I am really bewildered and would like to understand

[bingo]

IAs a whole, Republicans tend to be more morally sound. And if you do not believe me, take into consideration the fact that there are more Democratics in prison, in rehab, on drugs, and on welfare.

Just checking the forum on a break here I am shocked

Ok come on now that has to be a joke right. I can not believe you actually believe that.

That is just as silly as me saying keep in mind most bible thumpers happen to be the most morally unsound people I have met. If you do not believe me check out the amount of them in prisons and on drugs and on welfare.

Now let me clarify I do not believe the above statement just using it as an example to point out how totally ridiculous the statment " fact that there are more Democratics in prison, in rehab, on drugs, and on welfare" truly is.

I have to add I respect your choice to be a PROUD Republican but to try and paint an entire party as immoral while painting another one as the utmost in moral is just not fair.

 

[tagalong]

As a whole, Republicans tend to be more morally sound. And if you do not believe me, take into consideration the fact that there are more Democratics in prison, in rehab, on drugs, and on welfare.

I agree with Bingo and Crabby Chicken... with all due respect, that is the kind of unsubstantiated, bizarre, let's-just-throw-it-out-there-and-see-if-it-sticks statement that is only designed to antagonize. Does everyone in prison, in rehab, on drugs and on welfare have to declare a political allegiance before they are incarcerated, rehabilitated, stoned or pick up a welfare check? No. There is no way to back up such a comment.

It sounds like something Rush Limbaugh would intone as he sat at his mic stoned on oxycontin - and not the facts and issues that are important for such a crucial election...

... whether one is a Republican, a Democrat or a One-Eyed One-Horned Flying Purple People Eater...

 

[Reijel's Mom]

Besides that, we could always cut the pay to the Democrats in office, they aren't doing anything but complaining anyway.

I vote we cut ALL politicians pay!!! How much of taxpayer dollars goes towards paying the saleries, benefits, security, etc for ALL of these folks in office. Seriously!

 

[Marnie]

Hey Jill, I'm actually still sitting here, shaking my head in awe, wondering why people even began to believe what they are told by Mc Cain. He hasn't proven anything in my eyes, I hear people talking a good talk on here, but the republicans who are in office don't seem to walk a good walk. But I'm still listening and trying to learn. It'd be interesting to know if all you guys think Bush did a good job too. Or is he just a mistake that slipped into the white house?

 

[horseplay]

It seems you have formed an opinion and your mind is made up so really no sense in instigating this any further.

 

[Jill]

Hey Jill, I'm actually still sitting here, shaking my head in awe, wondering why people even began to believe what they are told by Mc Cain.

Marnie --

You said you wanted reasons, and you were given many sincere reasons. Some of them by people who thought you were honestly interested in hearing why we feel as we do. Shame on me for thinking you might truly be asking for input vs. material you feel you can say you shake your head in awe / dismay over.

Since you seem to want to slip the gloves off, one thing that amazes me is that so many Americans can put faith in Obama -- a man who spent 20 years listening to his religious and moral leader, the hate spouting racist, Rev. Jeremiah Wright. People do NOT choose a moral and religious leader unless they are aligned in their heart with what that leader preaches...

Thank goodness for what the polls currently reflect and let's hope the McCain / Palin lead continues to grow.

Jill

 

[Marnie]

I'm sorry, Jill, I shouldn't have been so snide. I just meant that I don't believe everything I'm told. I've lived to long to just believe what I hear, I have to be shown. I don't know if this makes sense or not, it does to me. I do believe in some of the ideas that are listed on here, most of them actually but if they could become true, it'd be a great country again. I also believe that no administration can turn our country around by itself, it'll take everyone pulling together. I actually wish their was not the two parties, I also don't think only one person should be president, why not have a group to run the country, it's to much to expect of one person, the congress, etc doesn't seem to have alot of power at times. I wish that everyone would just get together and work together to make all these idea's come true. "I take it that people who want to vote the Mc Cain/Palin ticket accepts and likes Bush and I guess this is what I don't understand, can't people see what has happened to the country, it won't change if these two get in, they talk and tell the people what they want to hear but that doesn't mean it's a what they'll do, they will just carry on the Bush policies and to me, it Hasn't Worked, Period, that's why I'm wondering if the people who do like the republicans policies, believe Bush and his people have taken the country in the right direction, because i see it as a mess. I couldn't sleep, had to get up and come back here and ad this. Oh, and Mc Cain has voted against everything for yrs that he is now claiming to be for, that's what I mean when I say I have to be shown, words are hollow." I just have a hard time trusting Mc Cain, He's also voted against womens health care for 20 some yrs, his wife inherited a hundred million dollars (News Week) how can they possibly know what common people go through. And Palin took all the money for the so called Bridge to no where and spent it on other things and she still has not answered any questions from the public, this should be an interesting race.

I'll crawl back under my rock now.

 

[CyndiM]

Marnie, your thoughts about a group of people running this country is just what we have. The congress and senate have more power than the president does.

They can over ride his veto and he is done. He can NOT change a law just because he wants to, only congress and the senate can change or make laws. He can recommend or make his wishes known but he can not do anything on his own.

I will also adress the comment in a past post about WMD. George W Bush was NOT the only person in this world who believed Sadam Hussen had them! Both of the Clintons, Al Gore, John Kerry, Ted Kennedy, Madalin Allbright, (and many world leaders) to name a few ALSO believed he had WMD (fact). If he could bury jet fighter airplanes in the desert (fact) he sure as heck could have buried 55 gal drums in the desert and/or shipped them to Syria.

 

[Buckskin gal]

You have got to be kidding OH! And where would you go to get this kind of dirt? All we need to do is look at all the lies from Bush to know this is a fallicy. And it was McCain that said the jet was "sold" on ebay by Palin. May not have been a direct lie but it sure wasn't the truth.

As a whole, Republicans tend to be more morally sound. And if you do not believe me, take into consideration the fact that there are more Democratics in prison, in rehab, on drugs, and on welfare.

 

[minimule]

I am a Republican because this country was formed to be a FREE country. The Bill of Rights was written because the founding fathers knew that at some point someone would try to take certain rights away from us. They were very smart people.

I am a Republican because we believe that if you want something you need to work hard and earn it. You shouldn't be "paid" using hardworking people's money to sit around on your lazy behind and do nothing for yourself.

I am a Republican because I want to make my own decisions about which doctor I want to use. I also want to be able to go to a doctor when I need to. (If our medical system needs so much help why do a lot of Canadians cross the border to use our current healthcare system?)

I am a Republican because I don't want to live in a Socialist country. Russia doesn't sound like a lot of fun. They tell you where you will work, when you will work.........

I vote Republican because I want to keep this a FREE country.

Obama can't even do an interview without his "handlers" writing a script for him and them telling whomever is interviewing him to "stay with the script". He can't answer how he truly feels or his true identity would be found out.

Sorry Dems. I don't trust your candidate as far as I could throw him. He has no clue how to run anything, especially one of the strongest countries in the world.

As far as WMD....did they not find a HUGE stockpile of chemicals used in WMD. Sounds like proof to me. I actually like George W. He is a Christian man that isn't afraid to cry with a wounded soldier. He isn't afraid to pray in public. He is someone I would like to meet at some point in my life.

 

[CyndiM]

Minimule, you said it all and better than I ever could.

 

[Jill]

I am a Republican because this country was formed to be a FREE country. The Bill of Rights was written because the founding fathers knew that at some point someone would try to take certain rights away from us. They were very smart people. I am a Republican because we believe that if you want something you need to work hard and earn it. You shouldn't be "paid" using hardworking people's money to sit around on your lazy behind and do nothing for yourself.

I am a Republican because I want to make my own decisions about which doctor I want to use. I also want to be able to go to a doctor when I need to. (If our medical system needs so much help why do a lot of Canadians cross the border to use our current healthcare system?)

I am a Republican because I don't want to live in a Socialist country. Russia doesn't sound like a lot of fun. They tell you where you will work, when you will work.........

I vote Republican because I want to keep this a FREE country.

Obama can't even do an interview without his "handlers" writing a script for him and them telling whomever is interviewing him to "stay with the script". He can't answer how he truly feels or his true identity would be found out.

Sorry Dems. I don't trust your candidate as far as I could throw him. He has no clue how to run anything, especially one of the strongest countries in the world.

As far as WMD....did they not find a HUGE stockpile of chemicals used in WMD. Sounds like proof to me. I actually like George W. He is a Christian man that isn't afraid to cry with a wounded soldier. He isn't afraid to pray in public. He is someone I would like to meet at some point in my life.

SO well said!!!! Thank you

 

[OhHorsePee]

Has anyone been watching Obama being interviewed on the O'Reilly Factor?

 

[Jill]

Obama might be hoping not

 

[Bassett]

Has anyone been watching Obama being interviewed on the O'Reilly Factor?

Yes I have. Only the one last night though at 9:45 I started watching. I thought it was hilrarious. He could do nothing but stutter and sputter last night. He certainly can't make a statement on his own without coaching. Yes, If I was Obama I certainly would wish no one saw it.

Tonight they are in Alaska with Sarah Palin. Can't wait to see that.

 

[littlesteppers]

Well hello Marnie..good question..why would anybody vote for McCain/Palin..

Well you said you lost your job due to jobs going to overseas..well IF Obama wins get ready for much more if this.

What do you think where employers are going if they get taxed 50 percent of their profits..

Fred Thompson said it best..the tax increase will Not affect you..IF you don't eat, drink or buy anything..what do you think who will pay at the end for a tax increase on the rich?? Its like taking it on ONE side of a BUCKET of water..

All the increase on tax Obama propose on the rich will not even scratch the surface on his spending..

his heathinsurance for example..will cover all ILLIGALS in this country..

And if you like what the Senate does please vote for Obama..since it is majority Democrate..you have a preview of what would be coming!

Since Mars and Jupiter has not send any Embassadors..we don't need anybody to represent the world!

 

[Danielle_E.]

I am a Republican because this country was formed to be a FREE country. The Bill of Rights was written because the founding fathers knew that at some point someone would try to take certain rights away from us. They were very smart people. I am a Republican because we believe that if you want something you need to work hard and earn it. You shouldn't be "paid" using hardworking people's money to sit around on your lazy behind and do nothing for yourself.

I am a Republican because I want to make my own decisions about which doctor I want to use. I also want to be able to go to a doctor when I need to. (If our medical system needs so much help why do a lot of Canadians cross the border to use our current healthcare system?)

I am a Republican because I don't want to live in a Socialist country. Russia doesn't sound like a lot of fun. They tell you where you will work, when you will work.........

I vote Republican because I want to keep this a FREE country.

Obama can't even do an interview without his "handlers" writing a script for him and them telling whomever is interviewing him to "stay with the script". He can't answer how he truly feels or his true identity would be found out.

Sorry Dems. I don't trust your candidate as far as I could throw him. He has no clue how to run anything, especially one of the strongest countries in the world.

As far as WMD....did they not find a HUGE stockpile of chemicals used in WMD. Sounds like proof to me. I actually like George W. He is a Christian man that isn't afraid to cry with a wounded soldier. He isn't afraid to pray in public. He is someone I would like to meet at some point in my life.

I don't believe that the Democrats would make the U.S. not a free country so that argument doesn't truly stand up.

With regards to your health care system, ask any Canadian if they would want your system and I am absolutely convinced that each and everyone one of us would say "no way!". You seem to think that we aren't allowed to chose our own doctor, where did you get such an idea???? Who said Canadians couldn't go to a doctor when they need to? Seems to me that is what is happening in the U.S. for some since they can't afford the high insurance rates. Why do Canadians cross over for certain non-life threatening surgeries? Because they have the money to pay and they don't want to wait for non-life threatening surgery. We all live in a society of "I want it now" and if you have the money to do it and want to spend your money that way, that's their choice when that option is avaible to them and the U.S. makes that available and your doctors profit by it. It's the almighty dollar....

I think that both your parties have what it takes to run a country and it boils down to who can do it best. Slamming one or the other just muddies the waters and dirty politics by either side is not condusive to letting you make an informed and non-emotional choice.

Bringing religion into chosing your candidate is very dangerous. Religion has no place mixed with politics. Look at the mess in the middle east when they do that. You should make your choice based on the non-religious issues. Yes some are morale issues but everyone has their own set of morals, atheist have morals too, so do Protestants or Catholics, or Muslims, or Baptists or whatever. Our countries are so diverse with people of all faiths, of all skin color, that we should not be blinded by certain limitations. Your choice should not be because one was a POW, their have been many of those in the history of the U.S, does that mean they are all qualified to be President? and what does that have to do with the economy? Also your choice should not be based either on one candidate being charismatic and popular, nor that one is a mother of 5, nor because one is the first african american candidate. I am truly taken aback by some of the things I have read in various threads here. My question to each of you is, aren't you interested in making an informed choice based on the "issues" that touch your lives? Lets say you are a working woman, would you not look at what each candidate is saying that would benefit you in your situation? If you are unemployed because where you worked the company or plant closed down, would you not look at each candidate and see what plan they have to get jobs back? or if you can't afford Health Care would you not look at each candidate and see what they are offering as a solution and see which one you think would work best? Make an informed decision, whichever or for whoever that might be but do so in a way that makes sense and don't let your emotions give you tunnel vision. I know that is what I have decided to do regarding our election here in Canada. I don't like either the Conservative leader (present government) nor the Liberal leader so I decided to look at what they are offering, and I also decided to think for myself and not listen to the attack ads that our present government has out towards the Liberal party. I find those ads insulting to my intelligence. I can think for myself thank you very much and I don't intend on being swayed, one way or the other by the rhetoric that each side is throwing at each other. I decided to inform myself so that I can make a rationale and informed decision as to which way to cast my vote. At this point, after doing alot of reading, I still don't know who I will vote for in the end but what I do know is that by the time election day comes I will vote having informed myself of the platform of each candidate and will vote with my head and try to keep my emotions out it.

 

[Danielle_E.]

Obama is going to tax companies and corporations 50%???????? Wow, where have I been, I hadn't seen that yet.

and others will say that McCain will give such heavy tax breaks to the companies who will make huge profits and give to their shareholders who will get richer.

I believe both statements are not factual or accurate.

 

[Basketmiss]

Way to go Minimule!! You hit it right on the head..

 

[OhHorsePee]

This young man sums it up.



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