I don't know if I'm asking for trouble posting this, since I've been advised to never discuss religion or politics on the internet and/or with strangers, but...
SQUEE! Go Dems for taking back Congress! And buh-bye Rummy. Good riddance.
Without even going into other issues (don't really want to open that can of worms on a public forum), I, for one, am sick of the financial indiscretions of this Republican administration.
I fully and freely admit that I am nowhere near educated or informed enough to feel comfortable presenting an ind-depth argument supporting my views, which are subject to change, but at the moment, I'd call myself a FISCAL conservative.
That means responsible, sustainable government taxation and spending. I generally side with taxing the rich, and government spending for necessary or good causes (social justice, education, research and development, etc.).
Oh, did I mention minimal government debt? Yeah, can't forget that one.
What has this current administration achieved? Tax cuts for the rich, spending cuts in non-military research and development (which happens to pay my salary), corporate handouts, burgeoning national debt, and a downright financial HEMORRHAGE into Iraq (which has also achieved next to nothing), none of which is consistent with my financial philosophy.
Now I have no clue if the Dems will do any better, but I think it's time for a regime change.
In other words, I'm with the kitty on this one. 
Go Dems!
November 9th, 2006 at 07:37 am
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November 9th, 2006 at 01:21 pm 1163078466
sheesh, any doofus knows you shouldn't operate at a long-term deficit or it'll bite you in the arse...
November 9th, 2006 at 01:47 pm 1163080043
Nevertheless, I am glad that there is a shift in the political winds. I've been very disappointed at our President's handling on the war on terrorism, and the war on Iraq. That and the national deficit. You guys know that he alone more than doubled our deficit right? That's insane!
I wonder what this presidential race will look like?
November 9th, 2006 at 03:46 pm 1163087175
He's not in touch with what Americans want in terms of:
* the war
* stem cell research
* the environment
and so much more.
November 9th, 2006 at 04:45 pm 1163090718
November 9th, 2006 at 05:16 pm 1163092615
I actually would consider myself more republican before this presidency, but I don't feel they have upheld many of the republican ideals and values. They have simply given republicans a bad name. I am not thrilled with the Dems either lately BUT I am thrilled that the Dems have control of the house and can keep Bush from doing anything too terrible these next 2 years. More deadlock, but less extreme actions, I think it is WONDERFUL!
Oh wow - it felt so good to see the pendulum swing back in the other direction, and hear the republicans actually making a little more sense. I tuned in to Rush Limbaugh yesterday just to hear what his spin would be, and he was actually eating a lot of crow. Never thought I Would see the day!!!!! They know they have to change to keep their power.
The next 2 years prove to be interesting. Hopefully the Dems can do some good. Yay!
November 9th, 2006 at 05:23 pm 1163092991
back on topic(ish) i read a book from the dollar store called "BushWorld" and it is TOO FUNNY!!! and yes, creepy and scary and sad, too...
November 21st, 2006 at 02:33 am 1164076409