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If Barack Obama is elected, we will live in a country which has a single party in power. The same party which currently dominates our legislature - how'd that work out for us?
But they don't talk about that on TV so we don't seem to be thinking about that.
According to TV, this election is not about corporate greed and government corruption and the dangers of a uniparty government, but is about which candidate has a better plan for government-run health care and a government-run economy.
Here's something you won't hear on TV - the problem with health care is that we're too sick and "everything" gives us cancer, yet the government says that everything it allows in our food is safe. The problem with the economy is that we all spent more money than we could afford, especially the government.
Throwing more government at these problems won't make them better, it will make them worse.
However, according to the corporate-owned media Barack Obama should be our president, and according to Barack Obama, the solution is to give our government more power and more money. According to Joe Biden, we just need to be more patriotic and pay more taxes. According to Congress, we need to give hundreds of billions of dollars to corporations which were run into the ground by multi-millionaire CEOs who take spa vacations that cost more than the average American earns in 10 years. According to the majority of economists who are registered Democrats, this is a good idea.
See a pattern here?
My Dad taught me this question: Can you name one thing, other than the military, that the government does well?
In stark contrast to Obama's spending spree, Sen.
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Re: Our Choices - Not As Seen On TV
By johnhatch, October 12, 2008 at 23:46Hi SC,
So far (attempted) humorous ones. But I'm about to embark on a new feature, 'Stand-Up' which (I hope) will be both funny and sad. My wife and I would also like to produce a new (but traditional) version of Macbeth, and also a film that deals with issues of modern-day torture, which is a huge issue for me, especially as it relates to recent American politics. Thanks for asking.
Re: Our Choices - Not As Seen On TV
By SmartCookie, October 14, 2008 at 03:35Hey John,
That sounds really cool. Funny, I didn't peg you as a humor kinda guy, but actually I bet you're really good at that. You seem very intelligent and I like your cynicism ... believe it or not. I would love to see some of your films. You have an interesting way of looking at things and (obviously ;-)) are not afraid to ruffle some feathers in the name of following your heart.
Alice Walker said, "Helped are those who create anything at all, for they shall relive the thrill of their own conception and realize a partnership in the creation of the Universe that keeps them responsible and cheerful."
Ok John, I don't agree with her politics either, but I do feel much in common with her philosophically. I learn a lot from many different types of people, and I'm glad to learn that you and I share an appreciation for humor.
Good luck with your upcoming works! Sounds very rewarding and fulfilling for you and your wife. Have a wonderful day!
Re: Our Choices - Not As Seen On TV
By SmartCookie, October 12, 2008 at 17:29Hi John,
What kind of films do you make?
Re: Our Choices - Not As Seen On TV
By johnhatch, October 12, 2008 at 17:20SC,
You have every right to vote for whomever you choose.
But a vote for McCain/Palin is an endorsement of two (and maybe soon four) illegal invasions, and countless innocent deaths.
A vote for McCain/Palin is to endorse the most vile forms of torture.
It's a vote for kidnappings and indefinite imprisonment without trial.
Why would I admire a nation or people who see no problem with the above, but want more of the same as the whole world looks on in disgust?
Why would anyone in their right mind want four or eight more years of Bush policies?
Isn't the nation morally and financially bankrupt enough yet?
President Palin? Geez! Unbelievable! Only in America!
Re: Our Choices - Not As Seen On TV
By SmartCookie, October 12, 2008 at 17:04John Hatch,
I deliberately did not refute anything you wrote. I see no need to. You're entitled to your opinion. I simply disagree with you. Nothing I have to say could change your mind. I'm not sure why you seem to feel that my articles are intended to allow you to insult my country and me.
Although I don't think you are a registered voter in the US, I apologize if I mis-characterized you as an Obama supporter. But I do find it interesting that you hate America and you also hate John McCain, Sarah Palin, and apparently me too. I should take you at your own self description as simply no friend of the US.
But I will tell you that I like your sense of style. There is nothing quite as motivational and reassuring as an anti-American opposing my opinion to help me feel even more solid in my vote for John McCain and Sarah Palin. I'm sorry that you don't respect my freedom to vote my conscience in my own country. Maybe you can consult today's quote of the day for some insight into how I feel.
You seem like a "last word" kinda guy.
Re: Our Choices - Not As Seen On TV
By johnhatch, October 12, 2008 at 15:48SC,
Nowhere in my piece did I endorse Obama.
Nowhere in your response did you refute anything I wrote. Oh, and I forgot to mention that a desperate McCain/Palin ticket is now resorting to racism and inciting hatred. It's not a matter of disagreement, but of acknowledging reality. A lot of Americans are good at self-delusion. Sarah thinks that the Earth is 5000 years old, and that Jesus is coming back in her lifetime. They both want to bomb Iran, which has done nothing to anyone, but did suffer their democracy being overturned (guess who did that?) in 1953.
Nowhere did I insult you 'personally' unless you took exception to being called an 'Exceptionalist', that is one who believes that America has a pass from God to invade, plunder, torture, and murder all around the world while telling other nations how to behave. Both candidates are American Exceptionalists, and so are many of their supporters. But the world is getting fed up.
Re: Our Choices - Not As Seen On TV
By SmartCookie, October 12, 2008 at 14:43John,
Thank you for your comments, and thank you for insulting me personally. I'm sorry you haven't read my other articles. If you had, you would realize how wrong some of your characterizations of me are. But then, you did say that you are not the friend of the US. I'm not sure you needed to confess it, though. It's obvious. And it's interesting that as a self-proclaimed "not" friend of the US that you would also prefer that we end up with Sen. Obama as our president. Why would you want that if you are not a friend of the US? Interesting.
And by the way, the depth of the insults I endure from left wing extremists is nothing new from you. But thank you for giving me yet another example of it. Although an Obama supporter boorishly taunted me in public yesterday, I hadn't been so privileged yet today, until I read your comment.
Also thankfully, I know many supporters of Sen. Obama who do not behave the way you do when expressing themselves. There are many decent people voting for both candidates with the best interests of the US in their hearts. It's just that we don't all agree with each other. I'm sorry you choose to represent your position by using such insults and inflammatory rhetoric. Extremists often make the evening news, but it's not how most of us choose to treat each other. I respect your human right to express your feelings and thoughts. I am disappointed that you are not able to afford me the same dignity.
You and I share the planet and I am grateful for that.
I don't think you and I will ever agree on politics, but I hope that you and I will be able to find a way to agree that I deserve to be treated with respect, even if you disagree with me.
Have a wonderful evening, John.
Re: Our Choices - Not As Seen On TV
By johnhatch, October 12, 2008 at 11:38'McCain' and 'corruption' in the same sentence is quite apt. You are aware of the 'Keating Five' scandal that cost American taxpayers billions? You talk about 'enemies' (in other posts), but not the reasons that America is despised. Could it be because you have 'war heroes' that drop bombs on peasants from 30,000 feet? Did you know that America conducted widespread torture in Viet Nam and murdered 50-75000 people (Operation Pheonix) with a bullet in the head KGB style? What about Iran (1953), or Nicaragua during darling Ronnie's years, or a hundred other examples?
You mention the current financial crisis, entirely American made, as if it weren't caused by deregulation, that is, government getting out of the way. McCain was all in favor until two weeks ago. He admits he doesn't know much about the economy (!)
That you could enthusiastically endorse a man who is in favor of endless war , even Beach Boy war ("Bomb, bomb, bomb, bomb bomb Iran) and one who endorses torture is indicative to me of just how huge a problem America faces. It's totally morally lost.
That you would be in favor of limiting health care (while bailing out the banks and Wall street) is another telling point. America is the only first world country to deny its citizens decent health care. Cuba does much better, and incidentally also in protecting its citizens from acts of nature, too.
The problem was never big government, it was always corrupt and incompetent government. It's people that kiss ass with the Reagans and the Bushes. It's insane 'Exceptionalism'.
That you would be willing to vote for an ignorant, ill-tempered, dishonest man who publicly called his own wife a cun* is the last straw. America deserves what it gets from such gullible, undiscerning voters. The rest of the world doesn't deserve America.