Protest Or Effigy?

Halloween is a time of trick or treat however recently the media has focused more on the trick. In Hollywood, CA and in Lexington, KY have both played the trick card but neither one was in good taste. The difference was simply a matter of party choice. In Hollywood a home owner decided to have a mannequin of Sarah Palin hanging by a noose from a roof. In Lexington, a mannequin of Obama hanging from a tree. By no means are either in anyway acceptable nor funny. Now comes the difference in reporting from the media outlets. While we have the likeness of Sarah Palin hanging from a roof, the media first called it a protest. Okay, I can live with that, but still do not agree with the act. Then yesterday on the UK campus we have media reporting of an Obama effigy. Effigy? Now that is taking sides now isn't it?
It is no secret that for years the media fascination with democrats have been rubbed in the face of conservatives. Now we have Obama who has been rather successful in his Pied Piper act and charmed the media once again. So why is it there can be a protest of a Republican VP candidate and an 'effigy' of the democratic presidential candidate? This just proves how the news coverage of the candidates is so very skewed toward a Liberal States of America.
Let's say the polls are accurate and November 5th we will be introduced to President elect Obama. Just as we had more than our fair share of Bush bashers and protesters, I am sure that there will be the same for Obama. Or will there? If anyone dares speak out against Obama, be it verbal or by effigy, the labels will fly and brands will be inserted. Racists. I see that the Secret Service will have its share of work cut out for them. Just as they arrived in Lexington to investigate the Obama effigy. Yes, they did respond to the Palin protest however, they didn't seem as concerned, or so the media reports. Much like Biden has said that Obama will be tested in his first 6 months in office, so shall the First Amendment. Hate crimes accusations will increase exponentially simply because the commander in chief is a black man. Never mind the words Hillary and 'spirited' debate, it will be racist citizens protesting a landmark event in the course of American history. Much like the past, weshould expect the double standard to fall upon the side of the liberal democrats. It is acceptable for them to protest George Bush, he is a white male Republican, protesting a black liberal democrat is criminal.

Tells It Like It Is!

Finally somebody who can completely support my position. Thanks to Kim for sharing this video.

10 Helpful Hints

Today I was having a conversation with a colleague of mine and the topic was the election. It was only a matter of time before the inevitable question was posed, who was I supporting for the President? I answered in my usual tones with 'I am supporting the McCain/Palin ticket'. I knew what was coming, 'are you not supporting Obama because he is black?' I was taken back since I was talking with someone who I thought should have, by my estimation, know me better than to immediately go with the nuclear race option. There it was, the formidable term racism looming overhead. This is nothing new this year. One could be assured that this very conversation is and will be the prominent topic discussed across this nation. The reason why? Many European Americans are simply stunned at the idea of being labeled racist becasue they are not voting for a candidate who is black. The democrats don't want to hear that several do not want to vote for Obama because they completely disagree with him on practically every issue facing this nation. They just want to focus on his race and that is why votes will not be cast in his favor.
Just as I was taken back by the very accusation of such a ridiculous statement, the only recourse is an answer uttered back with the same flawed ideas. With that said I have done some research and have come up with a few helpful responses when faced with the claim that not voting for Obama is indicative of being a racist.
1. Every time someone votes for Obama, God kills a kitten.
2. You have judged my by the color of my skin and not the content of my character. Shame on you.
3. I know you are but what am I? (childish but it works)
4. Because I prayed, and God told me to vote Republican.
5. Oh yeah? Well you molest small animals. Prove me wrong.
6. Obama is not my homeboy.
7. fo shizzle my nizzle (just sounds odd, throws them off course)
8. At least I am not an idiot.
9. Takes one to know one.
10. Don’t transfer your white guilt to me. I was never a Democrat. My Party was the party of Lincoln, abolition, and emancipation.

The Voting Booth Should Be Color Blind

The closer to the the completion of this election the better a majority of the US population would feel. This is by far the most disturbing election for a number of reasons, the length of the campaign trail, the lack of REAL candidates on either side of the aisle and lastly the hype that both sides have been promoting. Last week we saw another one of those election moments that will remain the talk of the election no matter the outcome. Much like the Dukakis tank photo op which has outlasted his importance in the world of politics. This time it wasn't as moment frozen in time, it was a verbal faux paus. Not from Joe Biden, but from the Pennsylvania Senator Jack Murtha. Murtha stated that Western Pennsylvania "is a racist area", and then he tried to back pedal and correct the gaffe. He then say what he meant to say was that "Western Pennsylvania was really redneck". Now I am no Rhodes scholar but are either of these statements appropriate? My question once again is who is really putting emphasis on the issue of race in this election? During the Pennsylvania Democratic primary (which is partisan based, only Dems can vote) the exit polls asked if voted for Obama and if not what was the factor. 1 in 6 said they voted against Obama because of his race. This issue should really bother everyone for the fact that I believe that most Caucasians I feel harbor no racist inclinations at all. If Obama does not successfully get the reins of the White House, the racist fingers will be pointing to every white individual.
Now the other interesting idea presented is (yes once again another poll number) in a recent poll of black American voters, over 94 percent say that they are voting for Obama because he is black. So why the importance? Simply stated that the race card has been an issue for the Democrats, be it used simply for blame, or to just keep mentioning that his race is the issue in the event of a loss of the election to stoke the fire of modern racism in America.

The Top 10 Percent Are The Only Patriots

Recently in Seattle, WA, VP hopeful Joe Biden preached to his mutant followers another sermon, this one describing how Obama will 'be tested' on the world stage. He further pointed out he current economic crisis as well as the war in Iraq and Afaghanistan will be how the world judges Obama. Interesting to note that all issues already have Obama history attached. Obama was in favor of the deregulation of Fannie and Freddie, look how popular that has been on Wall Street. He mentioned our military was in Afghanistan 'air raiding villages and killing civilians' and lastly, we have Iraq. Yes, he voted agaisnt the war and subsequently some of the funding for the military.
Biden continued how things might seem unpopular but they will 'have to have the faith' that they do now in Obama. The unpopular decisions are more likely the wrong ones. I can only hope that the American people remember the sage like words of Biden if Obama is elected and then everything that conservative has warned about come to fruition. Remember taxes, the 16 month time table for surrender, and botched government health care. With all that said, Biden wants the American people to continue to have faith in the Obamessiah knowing that he is the savior to the nation and the world.
His tax proposal will be the first to hit the nation. The top 10 percent wage earners will have to burden even more of the debt (currently they are responsible forover 75 percent of all tax liability) and the lower 50 (responsible for less than 7 percent tax liability) will be not also be paying no tax, but getting $500 to $1000 refunds. Obama has said that he wants to spread the wealth and Biden has said that it is patriotic to pay taxes. I suppose the only patriots will be those in the top 10 percent of wage earners. As for the rest of Obama test results, well only the world will be able to judge. If Obama is elected, it will be the first time in my adult life I will not be proud of my country.

Mensa Members Attend The Premiere

The premiere of Oliver Stone's latest political fantasy film 'W' opened last night. And as with all movies with the subtle tones controversy, this was no exception. You did have the Hollywood elitist out in full force giving their own opinions of the Bush presidency, and none of which were favorable. As one blogger reported, "looks like a Mensa meeting outside the premiere'. I could not have said it better myself. So once you obtain your SAG card, you are simultaneously enlisted into the DNC. Oliver Stone enjoys making films of political controversy. Films about Nixon, JFK, Vietnam and now President Bush. The only film that Stone gave favorable treatment of a president was JFK. Color me surprised, but JFK was a democrat and Stone sees like the majority of Hollywood elitist, liberals are good and Republicans are the root of all evil in the world. Each time you have some actor bashing conservative based principles, the talking heads of liberal think tanks arrive on news programs to defend their ideas. Recently I had to endure Sheryl Crow on Larry King, (which was my first mistake by actually watching Larry King) and her rants about the tax cuts for wealthy and the Iraq war. Ms. Crow, like everyone is entitled to her opinions, but much like the rest of the liberal elitists in the entertainment industry, she is not entitled to her own facts.

Nuclear Obama

Round two of the presidential debate was at best boring. Although it did have its moments, but I once again have to say that McCain could have done better. Obama was as he always is, poised and well spoken, but incorrect and misleading. Case in point would have to be his newest stance on nuclear energy. His favorable position indicates that sees the potential benefits, including the reasonable cost and it environmental aspects. With that said I do recall Obama having a completely different view on nuclear energy just about one year ago. Nuclear energy is a viable energy source, but so is clean coal technology, wind and solar power.
McCain has been what I like to term the all of the above approach. His energy policies would encourage multi level energy sources as a way to 1 - create a diverse market place for fuel which goes hand in hand with lower costs 2- helps create much need jobs for a solid economic stance 3 - makes the US a true power player in the new world of the Green Standard. The opposition has been seen as 'Big Oil' but that really isn't the problem. Most oil companies are currently involved with solid new technology that is Eco friendly. But is Big Oil the actual problem or could it be government involvement? The facts show that petroleum companies make less profit on their commodity than the US government is making just by its tax. Yes tax dollars go to interstate infrastructure, but our worst roads are far more better than many nations best. So the next time you have to endure losing the money you use to fill your tank, ask this, why is it that the government profits on each gallon are double what oil companies make.

Common Sense And Speedos

I can appreciate fashion and style as much as the next. With style and fashion there are some rules somewhere that usually are applicable. Recently during the course of my day I was exposed to something that I just could help but bursting out in pure unadulterated laughter. Clear your mind and allow me to paint the canvas with the image I was witness to. A woman who appeared to be about 57 but was most likely only 37, blond hair that was in need of a wash with white strands throughout and about shoulder length. The pants were your average sleep pant, the ones that are lighter than sweat pants, faded from repeat washings with the tweety bird design just barely visible. A lit cigarette in the left hand with a diet Coke in the other and not a tooth in her head. The shirt was black and written in white was the phrase "Don't hate me 'cause you ain't me". I just couldn't help myself and laughed till I cried. I didn't even bother to hide the fact that I was laughing at her. I know I should have used decorum and civility, but if anyone has the backbone and intestinal fortitude to wear such a shirt when they clearly do not fit the phrasing on the front deserves whatever hand is dealt. There are some things that do not go together by the very laws of good taste, common sense and human dignity; oil and water, obesity and speedos, and garlic at dinner before the first kiss.

Personal Responsibility Or Government Intervention

The VP debate in St. Louis has finally given Governor Sarah Palin the much needed respect that she has not been given by the liberal media. Several news organizations had wrote her off and had expected her to blunder her way through the debates and not be a serious broker. Although Joe Biden did show that his vast knowledge and experience on foreign policy made him a formidable foe, he didn't connect with the American people. The measure of a quality candidate isn't always the campaign political rhetoric that has been over played in the political arena for years, it the ability to gain the trust of the people whom they wish to serve. Yes, Biden has been around the Washington loop for several years, is he a bad candidate, no. He is just a political liability for the US in times when we need to ensure that the best days for the US are in front and not looking back. Obama/Biden administration tells us they can fix the partisan bickering in Washington. They can lessen the current economic struggles of American families. Their plans are nothing more than progressive liberal talking points with the bottom lines being nothing but increased government and redistribution of wealth. Palin reinforced the principles that made the conservatives what they are. We need less government, less taxes and to be a leader in the world economically, politically and socially. Put our faith in the places where faith is best served, with God and not with broken social programs that do nothing but over burden the American worker. McCain has never been the poster child of conservatism, but he does have proven track record of bi-partisanship. There are very clear fundamental differences from both candidates. Both, I believe want the best, but it is in the manner in which they are achieved. Either with conservative theory of increased personal responsibility or with just simple liberal government intervention.

Obama, The Organizing Czar.

The United States has been fighting the Global War on Terror for 7 years now. We have taken on the evil men guided with the premise that Allah will bless them for destructive acts of violence. This is nothing new to us, we have taken on evil benefactors before with great success. Our history is full of circumstances mired in adversity, met with strength followed by triumph. Not too long ago the US had another evil empire, remember the Soviet Union? The nation whose government tumbled under the pressure to conform led by the great Ronald Reagen. Since the 'official' end to Soviet born communism and the Cold War, the US has been playing nice with Russia. Going so far as to consider them in some cases Allies rather than enemy.

Now we come to the economic factor. Russia has attempted to venture into the capitalism version of economics and did not fare well as the world can attest. Then President Yeltsin was seeing trouble brewing in the former Bloc nations and their succession from the beloved mother land wanting to stand on their own two feet to create a better way of life, was the ultimate snub to their former keeper. President Yeltsin took the very broken country and attempted to form a success story. He tried and did not have marked victory. The people of Russia spoke up and enter former KGB agent turned President, Vladamir Putin, takes the center stage. His popularity soared and for good reason. He knew the dark history behind the old Iron Curtain and took his knowledge and banked on it. He was younger and had moderate success in business during the capitalism rush. The people were making more money, their image was improving around the globe and they were once again serious players on the world stage. His eight years gave him street credibility. Here is the only problem as I see it. Russia should still be a major concern for the US and not disregarded as a has been super power. For the US to just blindly look away at Russia and not have serious concerns is not good foreign policy for the future security of the planet. The population of Russia is younger and full of new ideas that, if not proper harnessed, can create another revolution. Historically Russia has kept a level of instability that depending on what day it is will determine which way the pendulum will swing. The biggest concern is what type of revolution are those grassroots organizers starting. Here's an idea, Obama has a proven track record of community organizing, maybe he should put his skills to a use that will truly be a positive impact. His title will be the Organizing Czar.