Well, that’s finally over, and finished off as it should be. How this country even toyed with the idea of changing leadership at this moment in History is beyond me. No, I do not think elections should be suspended, yes, I believe our greatest strength is dissent, discussion, debate and the ability to adapt as a nation to shifting times, but…
The quality of the discussion, the level of animosity… the plain old immature boorishness of the critique is something we all have to think about. We sunk a few notches over the last year, I think this country can do better. There are more than a few people, public people who should take a long hard look at themselves and ask themselves “what good did they bring” to the growth of our democracy.
I claim no higher ground, but I honestly do not recall having YELLED at anyone, at least not as loudly and viciously as I was yelled at. I strongly believe that although I am steadfast in my disagreement with what the Democratic Party put forward this cycle, their platform was built on good intentions and love of country. AND yes, I know there are many layers and folds, activities and objectives underlying what we are made aware of, but again, I truely believe that underlying objective of both parties [all parties] are the advancement of this country and the protection of it’s citizens.
Let’s start from there next time around. Wouldn’t it be great if we were to demand a more thorough debate… I’m dreaming.
2008, unless a drastic change is made, will bring two brand new candidates. Let’s hope they are presented to us as something more than the two cardboard cut-outs that we were given this time ’round. America can do better, and so can we.
Now shut up and do what you are told, bitches!
