It’s becoming a trend…well, ever since the 2000 election. All day, yesterday I saw posts on Facebook and heard people say, “My vote doesn’t count!” Or, “The electoral process is broken” in reference to the United States’ use of the Electoral College versus a popular vote. It is perceived that because a candidate MAY win […]
The Ronald Reagan Library
After my airline ticket was purchased for the Gathering my uncle moved from L.A. back to Atlanta, so I got stuck in California for a couple of extra days alone. My friend Tom suggested that I go check out the Reagan Library, so I did. Reagan was my President. He was in office from the […]
Politics and Blogging
I am not blogging today. I just don’t have it in me. There is a lot on my mind, but its a friday off. I am excited about Sarah Palin being selected as John McCain’s running mate. I think there is more excitement about her than there is for John McCain himself. Anyway, I am […]
Vetted
You probably only hear the word, vetted, every 4 years. Wikipedia’s definition is this: Broadly, vetting is a process of examination and evaluation. Specifically, vetting often refers to performing a background check on someone before offering them employment. In addition, in intelligence gathering, assets are vetted to determine their usefulness. On Saturday, as soon as […]
Young Voters, Please Stop Playing!
I believe that everyone who has the priviledge to vote should. It is one of the greatest responsibilities we have in this country. This article is not a Pro-McCain or a Pro-Obama article, its purpose is not to sway voters to one camp or the other, however I do want to point some foolishness out […]