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America has just done the unthinkable. We elected a pure leftist to lead the nation. It shows that the old proverb about a democracy failing as soon as people realize they can vote themselves money from the treasury may well be true. The lazy and useless members of our society have made their voices heard, and we have a new President-Elect.
I'm going to break from my normal methodology in elections and give Obama a chance. Don't get me wrong, in the coming days this blog will be full of my thoughts about the situation (warning: it will not be something everyone agrees with) and what the future holds. However, on January 20 we will have a clean slate. I will wait with held breath and see what the man does. If we're lucky he'll govern from the center, much like Bill Clinton attempted to do. While not ideal, it is far better than if he governs from the left like I believe he will do. Will he be the Obama of the general election, or of the primary season? Only time will tell.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Obama and Coal
Mr. Obama has been in a fight to win states like Ohio and Pennsylvania, as well as Virginia and West Virginia to a lesser degree. Thus, he has been a proponent of "clean coal" on the campaign trail. But, he let the truth slip in an interview with the San Francisco Chronicle. Hear for yourself what Mr. Obama thinks about coal.
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Do you know Obama?
The leftists try to tell us that it is easy to know Obama. He has a voting record (of present!), he has written two books, (which the media refuses to talk about- particularly portions that are openly anti-American), and he has been a candidate for President since he walked into the US Senate. But, does anyone really know him?
According to this piece in the LA Times, even those closest to him on the campaign, by his side day in and day out, have no clue as to what really makes him tick. Take it for what it is worth, but it seems odd to me that he doesn't let anyone close to him.
According to this piece in the LA Times, even those closest to him on the campaign, by his side day in and day out, have no clue as to what really makes him tick. Take it for what it is worth, but it seems odd to me that he doesn't let anyone close to him.
Monday, October 27, 2008
The lead isn't what it seems to be...
When you look at the polls on television, the internet, or (gasp!) in the newspaper- you see the headline that Obama is winning. Nearly every poll taken these days has Obama ahead (they don't poll places that aren't in question- and Obama is winning the swing states and the nationwide polls). But, is it really over, like the media would have you believe?
McCain has been saying that he is going to come from behind and win the election. People laugh and assume he is just trying to show confidence- or possibly believe he is getting senile. His staff has had some infighting and there have been sharp barbs launched at Governor Palin. The forecast looks bleak, no doubt about it.
But, when you take a closer look at the situation, McCain isn't doing so badly. Zogby's most recent poll gives Obama an edge by 49-45 with 6% still undecided- with a 2.9% margin of error. The race is close, and McCain is gaining ground. While it would take some massive movement to assume that all six percent of the undecided would break for McCain, there is reason to believe that the poll numbers may be skewed towards Mr. Obama. If this is true, the election may be much closer than even Mr. McCain realizes.
In some circles, the Bradley (or Wilder) Effect is a hot topic of conversation. To save time and space, I'll simply link to the wikipedia article and let you read up on the basics for yourself. The left, and often the media, dismiss the phenomenon out of hand without ever really investigating the reasons that we have seen this happen in the past, and without concern over whether it could be a possibility now. However, it is important enough for scholars at Harvard and Yale to examine, so I believe it is worthy of a mention in this humble space.
The crux of the issue is simple. Black candidates have, in the past, had much more success in pre-election surveys than they have had at the ballot box. The most striking example is that of Tom Bradley, who had a wide lead in polls leading up to the 1982 California governor's election, but lost on election day. However, that is far from the only example. In 1989 Douglas Wilder had a 15 point lead in the polls leading up to election day, but won by only 6,700 votes in a race where 1.7 million ballots were cast. On the same day, David Dinkins won the race for Mayor of New York by 2 points, when polls had him leading by as much as 18%. Simply put, there is a pattern of African-American candidates polling better in pre-election surveys than they do on election day. At times, the difference is quite large.
Now, is there reason to believe that this will take place in the 2008 Presidential election? I believe there is. In many of the "swing states" there is a history of racial problems. Virginia and North Carolina are both areas where racial tensions have run high in the past. It isn't all unreasonable to expect that white voters in those areas may feel the need to deflect accusations and claim they're voting for a black candidate when they have no plan to actually do so. But, what about Ohio and Pennsylvania? Is this a possibility in areas that have not had the same racial history as the others? The answer will not be known until the final election results are in, but I believe it is foolish to dismiss the possibility that Obama's support will be markedly low when compared to the surveys being conducted now.
McCain has been saying that he is going to come from behind and win the election. People laugh and assume he is just trying to show confidence- or possibly believe he is getting senile. His staff has had some infighting and there have been sharp barbs launched at Governor Palin. The forecast looks bleak, no doubt about it.
But, when you take a closer look at the situation, McCain isn't doing so badly. Zogby's most recent poll gives Obama an edge by 49-45 with 6% still undecided- with a 2.9% margin of error. The race is close, and McCain is gaining ground. While it would take some massive movement to assume that all six percent of the undecided would break for McCain, there is reason to believe that the poll numbers may be skewed towards Mr. Obama. If this is true, the election may be much closer than even Mr. McCain realizes.
In some circles, the Bradley (or Wilder) Effect is a hot topic of conversation. To save time and space, I'll simply link to the wikipedia article and let you read up on the basics for yourself. The left, and often the media, dismiss the phenomenon out of hand without ever really investigating the reasons that we have seen this happen in the past, and without concern over whether it could be a possibility now. However, it is important enough for scholars at Harvard and Yale to examine, so I believe it is worthy of a mention in this humble space.
The crux of the issue is simple. Black candidates have, in the past, had much more success in pre-election surveys than they have had at the ballot box. The most striking example is that of Tom Bradley, who had a wide lead in polls leading up to the 1982 California governor's election, but lost on election day. However, that is far from the only example. In 1989 Douglas Wilder had a 15 point lead in the polls leading up to election day, but won by only 6,700 votes in a race where 1.7 million ballots were cast. On the same day, David Dinkins won the race for Mayor of New York by 2 points, when polls had him leading by as much as 18%. Simply put, there is a pattern of African-American candidates polling better in pre-election surveys than they do on election day. At times, the difference is quite large.
Now, is there reason to believe that this will take place in the 2008 Presidential election? I believe there is. In many of the "swing states" there is a history of racial problems. Virginia and North Carolina are both areas where racial tensions have run high in the past. It isn't all unreasonable to expect that white voters in those areas may feel the need to deflect accusations and claim they're voting for a black candidate when they have no plan to actually do so. But, what about Ohio and Pennsylvania? Is this a possibility in areas that have not had the same racial history as the others? The answer will not be known until the final election results are in, but I believe it is foolish to dismiss the possibility that Obama's support will be markedly low when compared to the surveys being conducted now.
Election Day is near
We're one week away from election day. Despite the fact that it looks impossible for McCain at this point, I'm excited. Despite the fact that some believe we could see a landslide that gives the Democrats a large majority in the House and a filibuster proof 60 votes in the Senate, I'm excited.
Simply put, I do not yet believe America is dumb enough to let this happen. Obama has lost his ability to hide. We now know who and what he is, without question. He has made it clear that he is a Marxist at heart. He has openly admitted that he wants to redistribute wealth. I do not believe America is ready to give up on the "American Dream" but that is what is required if we buy what Obama is selling. It isn't just about Joe the Plumber, it is also Jeff the Pharmacist, Jim the Lawyer, Julie the Doctor, Debbie the Hair Dresses, and so many others. America wants to build something. We want to be successful, and we're not ready for someone to step in and tell us that we have to give our hopes and dreams away because some people aren't willing to do the work to reach their own dreams.
America is waking up to the simple truth that the economic mess we're facing isn't a result of deregulation or even the war in Iraq. It is because Chris Dodd and Barney Frank sold the country down the river to further their political agenda. The people are starting to see where the source of the trouble can be found, and it is only a matter of time until they stand up in revolt against those that would use the tax payers to further their own careers.
I don't know if America will be fully awake by Election Day. A President Obama is a very real possibility. But, I still have hope in this nation, I believe that the people will make the right decision. We are the last best hope for mankind- and that hope will be lost if Obama wins.
Will America do the right thing? Only if you do the right thing. Make sure you vote. Call anyone you know in battleground states and make sure they vote. Get every right thinking American to the polls on Tuesday. Of course, if you happen to know an idiot that would vote for Obama, feel free to tell him that the election is now being held on Thursday.
Simply put, I do not yet believe America is dumb enough to let this happen. Obama has lost his ability to hide. We now know who and what he is, without question. He has made it clear that he is a Marxist at heart. He has openly admitted that he wants to redistribute wealth. I do not believe America is ready to give up on the "American Dream" but that is what is required if we buy what Obama is selling. It isn't just about Joe the Plumber, it is also Jeff the Pharmacist, Jim the Lawyer, Julie the Doctor, Debbie the Hair Dresses, and so many others. America wants to build something. We want to be successful, and we're not ready for someone to step in and tell us that we have to give our hopes and dreams away because some people aren't willing to do the work to reach their own dreams.
America is waking up to the simple truth that the economic mess we're facing isn't a result of deregulation or even the war in Iraq. It is because Chris Dodd and Barney Frank sold the country down the river to further their political agenda. The people are starting to see where the source of the trouble can be found, and it is only a matter of time until they stand up in revolt against those that would use the tax payers to further their own careers.
I don't know if America will be fully awake by Election Day. A President Obama is a very real possibility. But, I still have hope in this nation, I believe that the people will make the right decision. We are the last best hope for mankind- and that hope will be lost if Obama wins.
Will America do the right thing? Only if you do the right thing. Make sure you vote. Call anyone you know in battleground states and make sure they vote. Get every right thinking American to the polls on Tuesday. Of course, if you happen to know an idiot that would vote for Obama, feel free to tell him that the election is now being held on Thursday.
Monday, October 13, 2008
A new home
Well, if you've found this you are one of the few people that found their way to me or that I told how to find me. Sadly, there was a segment of society that found the old blog, and they are not the people we're trying to attract.
If you're new to the blog, a little about me. I'm a white, Christian, American male. I'm a veteran of the Marine Corps, a life long Conservative Republican, and not willing to play the politically correct game. I say what I mean and I mean what I say. Nobody should ever question where they stand with me.
This blog is more of a sounding board for me. If people enjoy reading it, great. If not, that's OK too. This is here for my benefit. I try to update regularly, but sometimes life gets in the way. When that happens, I get back to the blog as quickly as possible. I won't apologize other than to say I'm sorry that I couldn't entertain you while I had to deal with something else. I will try to make up for it by leaving you with worthy posts each and every time I comment on something.
And, just to set the tone- remember a vote for Obama is a vote against America. It is not possible to be an American patriot and vote for Obama- make your choice now.
If you're new to the blog, a little about me. I'm a white, Christian, American male. I'm a veteran of the Marine Corps, a life long Conservative Republican, and not willing to play the politically correct game. I say what I mean and I mean what I say. Nobody should ever question where they stand with me.
This blog is more of a sounding board for me. If people enjoy reading it, great. If not, that's OK too. This is here for my benefit. I try to update regularly, but sometimes life gets in the way. When that happens, I get back to the blog as quickly as possible. I won't apologize other than to say I'm sorry that I couldn't entertain you while I had to deal with something else. I will try to make up for it by leaving you with worthy posts each and every time I comment on something.
And, just to set the tone- remember a vote for Obama is a vote against America. It is not possible to be an American patriot and vote for Obama- make your choice now.
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