The quickest route to a reform of Congress is now, and has been, a return to the quintessential notion of American democracy; one person, one vote. Not one white land owner, not one corporation…one person. Real, sustainable, non-partisan campaign media and finance reform is the ticket for Americans. Maybe you would consider joining The Rational Middle and suggesting that course the next time someone emails you the false and misleading “Congressional Reform Act”.
Archive for January 2012
Hey Seniors, This Is Obamacare
As you can see, cherished senior friends, Obamacare might very well be the sign of the beast, and it will only get worse. In 2014, states will open exchanges that offer competitive, private, insurance plans. Also on those exchanges will be at least one non-profit insurance option, and funds will be provided that will support member-owned insurance co-ops at the state level.
Elite: The Lowest Caste Of American Politics
When I was growing up, to be elite was a good thing. My best friend and I from elementary school were focused on joining the Army’s elite; he made it to the goal when he made it to the Rangers. Americans loved the elite; athletes, warriors…winners of all stripes. We even liked elite criminals like Lex Luthor, elite monsters like Jason, and elite scoundrels like Gordon Gecko.
But Who Is Romney’s Plus One?
So who fits Mitt? John Huntsman is dropping out to endorse Romney, but a fellow Utah Mormon, who served in the Obama Administration and is a moderate by today’s standards brings nothing to the ticket. Huntsman would be the Secretary of State in a Romney cabinet. Gingrich is political napalm, and would rather rule in Tiffany’s than serve in the Romney campaign. Rick Perry is interesting, given his ability to help Romney with evangelicals, but his campaign lapses and controversial past (the name of his family hunting estate and his pro-secession statements come to mind) probably exclude the Texas governor.
Raiders Of The Lost Buck
Mitt Romney isn’t a bad guy because he was born with a silver spoon in his mouth. Mitt Romney isn’t a bad candidate for president because he is a multimillionaire with three large homes. We the people have enjoyed the results of successful presidents from many points in the American spectrum; rich, poor, and middle of the road. The problem for Mitt Romney the candidate, is that he does represent the kind of business that has nearly destroyed our way of life, and did destroy the lives of millions of our fellows.
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