Archive for 'Political Opinions'

Election of 2008: A Choice of Roosevelts

November 25th, 2008 – 8:24 am Posted by TK

Now that the memorable election of 2008 is over, it may be time to do a quick analysis.  Throughout the election, I spoke often about how McCain reminded me of a new TR (Theodore Roosevelt).  But as the election cycle wore on, I also saw that Obama had all of the feel and politics of [...]

Last Chance for No-bama!

It appears this will be my last stab at the man who has done nothing except give good speeches and provide “hope” before he is my new boss According to the polls, Obama should win. I am desperately hanging onto that margin of error. I am convinced even more he is the wrong man.
I [...]

If Obama Wins. . .

November 3rd, 2008 – 12:27 pm Posted by Michele

As mentioned a few weeks ago, one of our writers has predicted that Obama will win the election.  This week he shares his vision of what healthcare, foreign policy, and more will look like under the direction of President Obama.
To read his article, click here.

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I am Confused…

October 21st, 2008 – 9:00 am Posted by Joe Lawrence

With less than two weeks left in this campaign season, I am still not 100% positive on my choice for president.  There are really tough questions that I am faced with.  One, is Obama really this courier of hope or is he going to run our country even further into the ground?
For starters, I have [...]

Explanation of an Election Prediction

October 16th, 2008 – 10:35 am Posted by Michele

One of our writers has predicted that McCain will not win the presidential election.  Not only that, our writer has explained why Mr. McCain has lost this race.
To read his insightful article, click here.

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A Vote for the Home Team

Who are you voting for this election year? Now for the more important question, why? There are many people who vote for a candidate based solely on conditions like party or affiliation. They are not truly informed about the issues and who would be the best leader. This is the equivalent of rooting on a [...]

The Reason Democrats Keep Losing Losing Elections

September 24th, 2008 – 9:00 am Posted by Chris

Clive Crook of the Financial Times and the Atlantic Monthly nails it on the head:
Democrats speak up for the less prosperous; they have well-intentioned policies to help them; they are disturbed by inequality, and want to do something about it. Their concern is real and admirable. The trouble is, they lack respect for the objects [...]

Stuck in the Middle

September 16th, 2008 – 9:00 am Posted by Joe Lawrence

Election years are stupid! Every four years the American public is forced to listen to politicians talk about how good they are. We get to hear them make promises that we are certain they will not keep. The main thing that happens to me is utter confusion.
Let us start with a little background. I was [...]

Are Catholics the New Soccer Moms?

July 30th, 2008 – 10:50 am Posted by Lisa Stauber

During the 90’s, the Presidential campaigns began courting a new voting bloc: The Soccer Mom. Democratic nominee Bill Clinton was sure that if he could get the moms in minivans to turn out and vote, he would win – and he was right.

There seems to be a new demographic ready to cast the swing vote, [...]

Local Oil?

July 24th, 2008 – 9:00 am Posted by Erin Steiner

One of the major points of conflict between our two current presidential candidates is whether or not to drill for oil within the borders of the United States. McCain has gone on the record as being for local drilling and has recently said that Obama’s opposition to local drilling is the reason gas prices are [...]