Coffee Table Declarations
Monday, July 26, 2004
I am so sick of this stupid DNC already. I'm sitting here worrying about how I'm going to get home tonight considering they are closing a major highway and my street is one of the last exits before the shut down. I have a feeling I will be stuck on my street all night. Stupid DNC. It's not like we don't already know the outcome... gee, who do you think will get the Democratic nomination?? Do you think John Kerry might have a chance? Are there even any other contenders at this point? The whole purpose seems to be a giant political party designed to be a security risk and a traffic disruption. Is it really necessary?
I have actually been to a convention, albeit not a national one. It was a state convention. Basically it involves a lot of sitting and listening and cheering. I suppose there is a measure of excitement involved, but not enough to justify throwing all traffic within a 50 mile radius into total chaos.
And while we're talking politics... I believe that everyone has a right to their opinions but lately it seems like if a person's not completely pro Kerry and anti Bush, they may as well be no better than a tyrannical dictator because it's with that kind of disdain that they are treated. Can anyone tell me why everyone seems to hate Bush so much? Is he any better or worse than any other president we've had? So a lot of people disagree with the war, but you also have to notice that we haven't had another terrorist attack since September 11th so he must be doing something right. And no, I have not seen that Farenheit movie. Why would I want to see some skewed propaganda based on partial facts and half truths but presented as a documentary? I am not necessarily a die hard Bush supporter, but since when did he become public enemy number one? You can support an administration without whole heartedly agreeing with all of its actions.
Even if I was against Bush being re-elected, could I in good conscience support Kerry? What do we even know about the guy and where he stands on the issues besides that he's Not Bush? How do we know he's a better choice? All I'm saying is, if you want to vote for Kerry, vote for Kerry and if you want to vote for Bush, vote for Bush and if I tell you I'm thinking of voting for Bush, don't look at me like I have three heads and a scarlet letter sewn onto my clothing. But for goodness sake, before you vote for anyone, make sure you're informed. Make sure you understand why you're supporting whomever you're supporting and don't just go along with something because it sounds good or because other people are doing it or because you saw some sensationalist film. O.K., that's my public service announcement for today. They say that every vote counts, but before you get angry at me for the opinions I've voiced, remember that I live in Massachusetts so my vote doesn't even matter one way or the other.
I have actually been to a convention, albeit not a national one. It was a state convention. Basically it involves a lot of sitting and listening and cheering. I suppose there is a measure of excitement involved, but not enough to justify throwing all traffic within a 50 mile radius into total chaos.
And while we're talking politics... I believe that everyone has a right to their opinions but lately it seems like if a person's not completely pro Kerry and anti Bush, they may as well be no better than a tyrannical dictator because it's with that kind of disdain that they are treated. Can anyone tell me why everyone seems to hate Bush so much? Is he any better or worse than any other president we've had? So a lot of people disagree with the war, but you also have to notice that we haven't had another terrorist attack since September 11th so he must be doing something right. And no, I have not seen that Farenheit movie. Why would I want to see some skewed propaganda based on partial facts and half truths but presented as a documentary? I am not necessarily a die hard Bush supporter, but since when did he become public enemy number one? You can support an administration without whole heartedly agreeing with all of its actions.
Even if I was against Bush being re-elected, could I in good conscience support Kerry? What do we even know about the guy and where he stands on the issues besides that he's Not Bush? How do we know he's a better choice? All I'm saying is, if you want to vote for Kerry, vote for Kerry and if you want to vote for Bush, vote for Bush and if I tell you I'm thinking of voting for Bush, don't look at me like I have three heads and a scarlet letter sewn onto my clothing. But for goodness sake, before you vote for anyone, make sure you're informed. Make sure you understand why you're supporting whomever you're supporting and don't just go along with something because it sounds good or because other people are doing it or because you saw some sensationalist film. O.K., that's my public service announcement for today. They say that every vote counts, but before you get angry at me for the opinions I've voiced, remember that I live in Massachusetts so my vote doesn't even matter one way or the other.
