“The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man [or woman] who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.” Variously credited to Mark Twain or Edward Abbey.
Here's the funny and sad part - all this electioneering and moaning about the need for change, and we are going to end up with status quo - Obama, Reid, Boehner (I know the latter 2 are not up for their own election, it's the control of those chambers I'm referring to) and it's Bush's fault.
So, who are the fools?
Sorry. The world doesn't work the way you tell it to.
Here's the funny and sad part - all this electioneering and moaning about the need for change, and we are going to end up with status quo - Obama, Reid, Boehner (I know the latter 2 are not up for their own election, it's the control of those chambers I'm referring to) and it's Bush's fault.
So, who are the fools?
Edson, the problem is that if a Republican candidate won the election, like Romeny or Alice Cooper or a clone of Hitler or a clone of Maynard G. Krebs, you would get change but is change in-of-itself what you want? The one's who will probably look like fools- and I say this not out of spite or disparagement- will probably be the Republicans for not choosing more wisely. Unless, of course, Romney wins.
“The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man [or woman] who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.” Variously credited to Mark Twain or Edward Abbey.
Here's the funny and sad part - all this electioneering and moaning about the need for change, and we are going to end up with status quo - Obama, Reid, Boehner (I know the latter 2 are not up for their own election, it's the control of those chambers I'm referring to) and it's Bush's fault.
So, who are the fools?
Edson, the problem is that if a Republican candidate won the election, like Romeny or Alice Cooper or a clone of Hitler or a clone of Maynard G. Krebs, you would get change but is change in-of-itself what you want? The one's who will probably look like fools- and I say this not out of spite or disparagement- will probably be the Republicans for not choosing more wisely. Unless, of course, Romney wins.
I don't think Romney is the problem. The party catering to the religious right is the problem. If the party had let Romney run as he wished without having to cater to a crazy base, I think he'd have beaten Obama pretty handily. Of course, I think we also still have some version of Obama care as well instead of campaigning to get rid of it.
I still say if the republican party actually ran on the "less government is more" platform and go the hell out of the way of gay marriage, and other personal social issues they would be a formidable party that would have a hard time losing an election.
Romney 285 Obama 254! Pa will be close.....!! Virginia will go for Romney!
Senate will be 51-49, Romney wins and Obamacare gets repealed!
I love exclamation points!!!!!!!
Weird. I agree. But I have Romney with 286.
The religious zealots and the old white people will come out in droves (for the ticket that wants to privatize social security and turn Medicare into a voucher program).
I don't think Romney is the problem. The party catering to the religious right is the problem. If the party had let Romney run as he wished without having to cater to a crazy base, I think he'd have beaten Obama pretty handily. Of course, I think we also still have some version of Obama care as well instead of campaigning to get rid of it.
I still say if the republican party actually ran on the "less government is more" platform and go the hell out of the way of gay marriage, and other personal social issues they would be a formidable party that would have a hard time losing an election.
I agree. They have to get rid of that anchor. I feel that the 18-26 demographic is getting more socially liberal/libertarian and fiscally conservative. The Republican Party should follow their lead.
I don't think Romney is the problem. The party catering to the religious right is the problem. If the party had let Romney run as he wished without having to cater to a crazy base, I think he'd have beaten Obama pretty handily. Of course, I think we also still have some version of Obama care as well instead of campaigning to get rid of it.
I still say if the republican party actually ran on the "less government is more" platform and go the hell out of the way of gay marriage, and other personal social issues they would be a formidable party that would have a hard time losing an election.
I agree. They have to get rid of that anchor. I feel that the 18-26 demographic is getting more socially liberal/libertarian and fiscally conservative. The Republican Party should follow their lead.
I definitely agree with you. It seems so obvious, and yet they seem to be throwing away an election that was there for the taking.
I read that Biden is hinting at a White House run in 2016. God, Allah, Mother Earth, and all of the above help us if that happens.
Romney 285 Obama 254! Pa will be close.....!! Virginia will go for Romney!
Senate will be 51-49, Romney wins and Obamacare gets repealed!
I love exclamation points!!!!!!!
even if Romney wins, my bet in 4 years with zero change or change for the worse is you'll be saying "how can he be expected to change it around in 4 years after the mess Obama created??!!!!!!"
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Simply because I think based on fact and my opinions that our future is not as bright as you wish, does not mean I hate or wish ill-will. I wish our nation would come together and work to build a better future for us and the world.. but you know the saying about wishing in one hand and pooping in the other. It won't take long to tell you which hand fills up first.
DANG DUDE !!......I agree with you to a certin extent but for me I'll just hope for the best and for my own reasons will vote for Romney but win or lose I will still hope for the best for our country, this is not a race to make us here the train angry at each other because of our voting choices,we all have our opinions and views but that should not effect how we communicate(angery) with each other here on the train..we all want the same thing in the end and that's just to survive and be happy.
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Our government is the potent, the omnipresent teacher. For good or for ill, it teaches the whole people by its example. Crime is contagious. If the government becomes a law-breaker, it breeds contempt for law; it invites every man to become a law unto himself; it invites anarchy. - Louis Brandeis
Here's the funny and sad part - all this electioneering and moaning about the need for change, and we are going to end up with status quo - Obama, Reid, Boehner (I know the latter 2 are not up for their own election, it's the control of those chambers I'm referring to) and it's Bush's fault.
So, who are the fools?
We all are fools. We get the government we deserve. Wanna make the government better? All of us need to start with the man in the mirror (Not directed at you, personally, Edson.). Become a smarter, more informed, less emotional, and less apathetic voter.
"First they ignore you, then they ridicule you, then they fight you, then you win ."
I predict the flame wars will be very interesting over the next 24 hours ... seems some are being very quiet right now, perhaps waiting to see if crow or steak is for dinner ...
I'll be watching the election result with my group of really good...really liberal friends. Of course they all work for the government in some way (county or public university) so it doesn't surprise me really.
That said...I'm bringing a lot of beer with me so that I may get past their bs and still enjoy myself!!!
I'll be watching the election result with my group of really good...really liberal friends. Of course they all work for the government in some way (county or public university) so it doesn't surprise me really.
That said...I'm bringing a lot of beer with me so that I may get past their bs and still enjoy myself!!!
A public university is working for the government? Damn, I guess I am one of the 47%...never in the majority, never!!!
Anyway, I am enjoying myself far more now than when I was at B of A or on Wall St.
Romney 285 Obama 254! Pa will be close.....!! Virginia will go for Romney!
Senate will be 51-49, Romney wins and Obamacare gets repealed!
I love exclamation points!!!!!!!
How'd that go for you?
WOOT!
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I predict our government will repeal the mandatory budget cuts that were put in place when our nation's credit rating was reduced and out debt ceiling was increased.
Good to know that despite all the bitching about the government the people keep on voting incumbents in left and right. What's the definition of insanity again?
my prediction....the stock market will fall aprox 300 points
unemployment will reach 9 to 10 %.
Godfather.
20 million people woke up today unemployed...
But we are making progress...
You can go to Washington and Colorado and get stoned..
And then you can go out East and watch Bob and Tom get married!
I am so proud to be an American!!!
But like I said in 2000, 2004, and 2008. It really doesnt matter who wins the presidential elections, my life just moves on. Republican, Democrat, Mickey Mouse, it really doesnt change my life one damn bit.
Take me piece by piece..... Till there aint nothing left worth taking away from me.....
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So, who are the fools?
Senate will be 51-49, Romney wins and Obamacare gets repealed!
I love exclamation points!!!!!!!
A man that stands for nothing....will fall for anything!
All people need to do more on every level!
that's pretty optimistic.. no?
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Edson, the problem is that if a Republican candidate won the election, like Romeny or Alice Cooper or a clone of Hitler or a clone of Maynard G. Krebs, you would get change but is change in-of-itself what you want? The one's who will probably look like fools- and I say this not out of spite or disparagement- will probably be the Republicans for not choosing more wisely. Unless, of course, Romney wins.
I don't think Romney is the problem. The party catering to the religious right is the problem. If the party had let Romney run as he wished without having to cater to a crazy base, I think he'd have beaten Obama pretty handily. Of course, I think we also still have some version of Obama care as well instead of campaigning to get rid of it.
I still say if the republican party actually ran on the "less government is more" platform and go the hell out of the way of gay marriage, and other personal social issues they would be a formidable party that would have a hard time losing an election.
Weird. I agree. But I have Romney with 286.
The religious zealots and the old white people will come out in droves (for the ticket that wants to privatize social security and turn Medicare into a voucher program).
I agree. They have to get rid of that anchor. I feel that the 18-26 demographic is getting more socially liberal/libertarian and fiscally conservative. The Republican Party should follow their lead.
I definitely agree with you. It seems so obvious, and yet they seem to be throwing away an election that was there for the taking.
I read that Biden is hinting at a White House run in 2016. God, Allah, Mother Earth, and all of the above help us if that happens.
I'm sure he has plans to run but I don't think, even as a sitting VP, he would be able to win the nomination. Particularly if Hillary runs.
"...I changed by not changing at all..."
Biden, Cuomo, O'Malley, all should step aside for Hillary. She will win the nomination and she has the best chance of winning the presidency.
I'll finally be 35 in 2016......does anyone know a lawyer who specializes in expungement cases?
even if Romney wins, my bet in 4 years with zero change or change for the worse is you'll be saying "how can he be expected to change it around in 4 years after the mess Obama created??!!!!!!"
Fargo 2003
Winnipeg 2005
Winnipeg 2011
St. Paul 2014
Our government is the potent, the omnipresent teacher. For good or for ill, it teaches the whole people by its example. Crime is contagious. If the government becomes a law-breaker, it breeds contempt for law; it invites every man to become a law unto himself; it invites anarchy. - Louis Brandeis
We all are fools. We get the government we deserve. Wanna make the government better? All of us need to start with the man in the mirror (Not directed at you, personally, Edson.). Become a smarter, more informed, less emotional, and less apathetic voter.
"With our thoughts we make the world"
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That said...I'm bringing a lot of beer with me so that I may get past their bs and still enjoy myself!!!
A public university is working for the government? Damn, I guess I am one of the 47%...never in the majority, never!!!
Anyway, I am enjoying myself far more now than when I was at B of A or on Wall St.
that would be a nightmare.
"Life Is What Happens To You When Your Busy Making Other Plans" John Lennon
by the way ... who won?
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WOOT!
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unemployment will reach 9 to 10 %.
Godfather.
I didn't vote for a single incumbent this time.
But we are making progress...
You can go to Washington and Colorado and get stoned..
And then you can go out East and watch Bob and Tom get married!
I am so proud to be an American!!!
But like I said in 2000, 2004, and 2008. It really doesnt matter who wins the presidential elections, my life just moves on. Republican, Democrat, Mickey Mouse, it really doesnt change my life one damn bit.
Till there aint nothing left worth taking away from me.....