Monday, January 29, 2007
Reasons to Stay
--Democratic Iraq
--Pulling out would lessen US image
--Pulling out would make a Breeding Ground for Terrorists
--Dishonor Memory of Troops
--Prevent Iraqi Civil War
--Cost of Leaving is just too high
Cons
--American Casualties
--Iraqi Casualties
--Caught in Civil War
--American Public against War
--Iraqi public against war
--Not letting Iraqi forces take over
--Making US image in world lessen
--Forces stretched too thin
--Cost of staying is just too high
See a pattern? Like my history teacher said, you could substitute the word communist for terrorist and have Vietnam all over again.
Tuesday, December 26, 2006
--Only President not to be elected
--Four Children, Married to Mrs. Betty Ford
--Rest in Peace Mr. President
Saturday, December 16, 2006
What I think mostly did it for Bayh was when he went to New Hampshire and Obama had sold out crowds and Bayh could barely fill a room. While it was dissapointing to see him not run, I think it was the right thing to do. I would have liked to see Bayh in the debates, but I understand he had no chance. Anyways, if you want to read more click here.
Meanwhile, John Edwards, third in the polls for the Presidential bid is going to run. He will not make the announcement until later this month, but sources say his bid is evident.
Sunday, November 12, 2006
AMERICA HAS SPOKEN...NOW WHAT?
This has been a great week for America, folks! The Democratic Party took control of both chambers of congress. This will have a few affects. First off, the Democrats say they will allow the Republicans to have more power and access than they did as a minority. However, Republicans promised the same thing 12 years ago. I really dont' know how true the Democrats will be to that, but if they can put their politics and partisanship aside and truly allow the Republicans some access than Democracy may prevail, even if it may hurt the Democratic Agenda.
Secondly, Bush has promised to be bipartisan, but already you can see signs of problems. First off, he has already got a bunch of Conservative legislation he's trying to pass through this lame duck congress. Secondly, the Democrats have said they want to have a phased withdrawal of Iraq, but Bush seems adamantly against that. This comes four days after election day, and the new congress hasn't even taken control yet. I can see quite a few veto's down the line.
However, I also think Bush will sign a lot of bills and claim them as his own political vitocies. This will cause the President's approval rating to rocket. I think his numbers will go up in the next two years without the Republican controlled congress. However, I am scared the Democrats won't be able to follow through with a lot of the legislation they want to fullfill. They only have a very slight majority in the Senate, which will complicate things. However, this could be used as a campaign against the Republicans. I'm not sure how it will all play out, I just can't wait for the next two years to occur when it comes to politics. :)
Monday, November 06, 2006
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
DES MOINES, Iowa (Reuters) - Arizona Sen. John McCain, a likely Republican presidential contender in 2008, joked on Wednesday he would "commit suicide" if Democrats win the Senate in November.
McCain, on a visit to Iowa to campaign for Republican congressional candidates, was asked his reaction to a potential Democratic takeover of the Senate in the November 7 elections.
"I think I'd just commit suicide," McCain told reporters, to accompanying laughter from Republicans standing with him. "I don't want to face that eventuality because I don't think it's going to happen."
Democrats must pick up six seats in the Senate and 15 seats in the House of Representatives to win control of both chambers.
Polls show Democrats within striking distance of reclaiming the Senate, and in a strong position to claim a majority in the House.
"I think it's going to be tough, but I think we'll do OK," McCain said of Republican prospects.
Thursday, September 28, 2006
