Petty. That's the only word I can find to describe Thursday night's GOP debate. The constant back-and-forth name-calling and accusations dominated the nearly two-and-a-half hour event. I didn't learn anything new about the candidates and their positions, but I learned plenty about Donald Trump's tax audits.
It made for great TV. It was even funny at times. Marco Rubio seemed to be enjoying himself, taking one jab after another at Trump. He repeatedly called on Trump to give details on his health-care plan. Trump appeared to get flustered and failed to provide any real answers. He kept giving his usual pat answers, saying "it's going to be huge. Huge, I tell you!" As usual, Trump insulted the debate moderators when they pressed him on how he would get Mexico to pay to build a wall on the border.
The slugfest between Trump and Ted Cruz was heated at times. Cruz made some strong arguments while all Trump could muster up was his standard response calling Cruz a liar. Trump looked out of place and not presidential at all. He interrupted his opponents and talked over the moderators. It was a circus atmosphere with the CNN hosts failing to keep the candidates on topic.
I felt sorry for Ben Carson and John Kasich. They just stood there most of the debate, hoping they would get an occasional question. Carson could be heard in the background saying, "someone mentioned my name. I want to respond." Poor guy. He doesn't have much of a chance, but he's hanging in there. I admire him for that. Kasich just needs to go away. He's so annoying.
This was the 10th GOP debate with another one scheduled for next Thursday. With a debate nearly every week, it's like a reality TV show. I only wish we could vote to send one candidate home each week. The debates have become more like an entertainment program to see who has the best sound bite instead of a serious discussion of the issues.
At least next week's debate is on Fox. I'd rather look at Megyn Kelly than Wolf Blitzer any day!
Friday, February 26, 2016
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Don't Follow The Crowd
I'm usually an optimistic person. I try to look on the bright side of things. No matter how bad things seem sometimes, there's always a silver lining.
I have to say, though, the future of our country doesn't look very bright right now. In fact, it looks pretty grim. The choices we make this year will determine whether we turn this country around or we send it completely over the cliff.
We are one Supreme Court justice away from losing some of our fundamental rights. Gun rights, religious freedom and even our First Amendment right to free speech all hang in the balance. Whether the next justice is nominated by Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump, we will see dramatic changes to our country's values system. If you don't believe it, just look at how the high court went around the will of the people to legalize same-sex marriage. The next justice will help shape the direction of the country for decades to come. We can't afford to have another liberal judge on the court. We need a Supreme Court justice who will uphold the rights in the Constitution.
The next president will chart the course of the country. If we elect the wrong person, we may reach the point of no return.
A lot of voters and even some of the candidates themselves are treating this election like it's a reality TV show. We have a cocky billionaire TV star on one side and a lawless compulsive liar on the other side. Neither has the best interests of the country in mind. It's all a power grab for them.
Yet people are flocking to Trump and Clinton in record number. Even socialist Bernie Sanders has attracted an unbelievable number of supporters. What wrong with people? This isn't a game. The future of the country is in our hands. We can continue to follow the crowd and elect another pop culture icon, or we can stand firm in our convictions and pick someone who will restore law and order.
There are some good and worthy candidates running for president. We just have to take the time to look and see what they really stand for.
When Obama came on the national scene in 2007, the crowds flocked to him because he was new and different, and he promised hope and change. The crowds are now lining up behind Trump and Clinton. Don't follow the crowd. Stand with the candidates who most closely reflect your values.
There's still hope for America, but it's not in a man. Our hope is found only in God. We must remember to do three things: Pray, research the candidates and their positions (with the Internet, there's no excuse for not being informed about the candidates) and, finally, we must get out and vote! The Texas primary and Super Tuesday is a week from today. We have one week to do these three simple things. Will you do it? Or will you sit back and let others make these important decisions? The future of our country depends on you!
I have to say, though, the future of our country doesn't look very bright right now. In fact, it looks pretty grim. The choices we make this year will determine whether we turn this country around or we send it completely over the cliff.
We are one Supreme Court justice away from losing some of our fundamental rights. Gun rights, religious freedom and even our First Amendment right to free speech all hang in the balance. Whether the next justice is nominated by Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump, we will see dramatic changes to our country's values system. If you don't believe it, just look at how the high court went around the will of the people to legalize same-sex marriage. The next justice will help shape the direction of the country for decades to come. We can't afford to have another liberal judge on the court. We need a Supreme Court justice who will uphold the rights in the Constitution.
The next president will chart the course of the country. If we elect the wrong person, we may reach the point of no return.
A lot of voters and even some of the candidates themselves are treating this election like it's a reality TV show. We have a cocky billionaire TV star on one side and a lawless compulsive liar on the other side. Neither has the best interests of the country in mind. It's all a power grab for them.
Yet people are flocking to Trump and Clinton in record number. Even socialist Bernie Sanders has attracted an unbelievable number of supporters. What wrong with people? This isn't a game. The future of the country is in our hands. We can continue to follow the crowd and elect another pop culture icon, or we can stand firm in our convictions and pick someone who will restore law and order.
There are some good and worthy candidates running for president. We just have to take the time to look and see what they really stand for.
When Obama came on the national scene in 2007, the crowds flocked to him because he was new and different, and he promised hope and change. The crowds are now lining up behind Trump and Clinton. Don't follow the crowd. Stand with the candidates who most closely reflect your values.
There's still hope for America, but it's not in a man. Our hope is found only in God. We must remember to do three things: Pray, research the candidates and their positions (with the Internet, there's no excuse for not being informed about the candidates) and, finally, we must get out and vote! The Texas primary and Super Tuesday is a week from today. We have one week to do these three simple things. Will you do it? Or will you sit back and let others make these important decisions? The future of our country depends on you!
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