Hail Mary Pass

Earlier this week McCain has stopped his campaign, canceled all previous engagements, and halted all TV ads. Why you ask? To return to Washington to be part of the solution to the bailout for the economy and to stop Obama’s surge. This is truly a Hail Mary pass for the Senator to throw, especially since we see polls returning in the favor of Obama. Recent economic news puts Obama back in the lead with a small margin but none the less stops McCain surge in the country. With the economy teetering on indecision and chaos, Americans due what they due best and start jumping the gun. “Our economy is in danger.” President Bush summed up what is going on, and is urging for Congress to start responding before the economy collapses. But with this current strategy by McCain and Obama there are two political stories that can occur and only one in which will work. McCain hopes that his return to Washington sparks leadership, and that he is ready to tackle all of the problems that will face a President. Obama hopes that no deal is made, and if it is made that it fails, because last time the economy crashed FDR won a landslide election. This is nothing new, and surly doesn’t catch anyone off guard. Obama supporters and McCain supporters are all praying for a win for their respected candidate, but what about those suffering with the economy and need answers. Christmas is around the corner, and the Holliday season is coming fast, so for many people answers are needed now rather then in January when the next President takes office. Gallup polling has given the edge back to McCain by stating the race is now tie, and that the majority of Americans are happy to see McCain trying to solve the problem now rather then later. Obama at a rally today was booed when he said he would return to the senate to vote but not any time earlier. A woman with an Obama shirt was disgusted and left the stage. But it is still too early to tell who will gain from our misfortunes in the economy. I personally favor the McCain strategy fixes it now, rather then late but there is another negative. If McCain fails, and this risk ends up being fatal, then McCain will most likely get crushed in November. Either way I will be watching tomorrows debate and I hope so do you.

Remembering September 11, 2001

For every American I can bet that you remember where you were and what you were doing on this day seven years ago. For me it would be an event and a time that I will never forget, nor will ever let anyone forget. On this day I always like to have a conversation with people about where they were or what they were doing. There are hundred of stories that all have the same result. That result was the feeling when looking up at the TV or being their yourself, when you saw two giant towers brought down, the Pentagon hit, and a plane crash in PA. I will tell you my story and I hope that you tell people your story too, because this is a day in which history and all those who lived it will never let go. It was a typical sunny Tuesday morning, and the start of the first full week of school my sophomore year of High School. It was second period, and my friend Mike and I had lunch that period, which we would walk around right before the bell would ring for third period. When we then saw a teacher running down the hall upset, and soon saw people watching the TV. It was then I saw what was first called and accident for myself. A plane had hit one of the Twin Towers. Then right before ours eyes, live on television, we saw the second plane hit the towers. Shock, tingly feeling ran through my body, and complete puzzlement. When reports came in saying that the Pentagon was hit it was soon after that we saw Accident turned to Attack. Our principal Sam Karlin announced that everyone was to, “stay where you are, by orders from the White House, the United States is under attack.” That is a quote that I will never forget, and gives me tears in my eyes thinking about it, and goose pumps up and down my arm. We were all human that day, no one was better, no one was safe, and the entire country was equal. Every plan in the sky and every sound everyone heard everyone would look and wonder if that was another attack. I remember standing in my 3rd period Spanish class, and just watching. Time had stood still, and the world seemed to have just stopped. Hearing of the stories of heroism helps us get through times like this, and reminds us that the greater good will always prevail over the evilest of situations. “What ever you believe in, or pray to, please do, planes are falling from the heavens, heroes are changing to angels, and everyone is dialing 911.” I will always say an extra prayer on this day for all those people who bravely gave their lives for us, and it is a day that never slips my mind. So while you read this blog or think about this day remember where you were and the feelings you had, because that my friends is a feeling and memory that will never die. 9-11 Always Remembered but not repeated, Thank You Mr. Bush.

Anchors away on MSNBC

Probably the worst team in political history to ever call or talk about politics were recently broken up on the not so popular MSNBC network. Of course I am talking about Chris Matthews and Keith Olbermann that were finally moved from their anchor positions and put on the back burner of the network. Both men have be criticized as being bias, and unfair while treating certain candidates, especially dealing with degrading remarks towards women and republicans. I have to say after reading, “Life as a campaign” by Matthews I have been surprised with the way that Matthews has gone after Governor Palin and cried during an Obama speech earlier in the 08 season. Many liberal bloggers have already attacked MSNBC for removing such talent, that I believe can be replaced by children, and have started a petition to get them to return these men back on to the air. I applaud MSNBC for their efforts for trying to equalize or report fair news, I won’t be watching anytime soon but still applaud their efforts. I feel that this should have been done earlier and felt that the network was trying to avoid this move but it was definitely unavoidable. In a recent poll Americans find Fox News to be the fairest network available and CNN close behind. MSNBC is far behind the fair line but has made some moves that may get them into some fair territory. As for Matthews and Olbermann I hope to never see you on the air again, and do enjoy your early retirement, hope to never run into you.

"A Cause Greater Then Our Own Self Interest"

Just a few days ago Senator McCain took center stage at his Republican Convention. With more viewers watching then Senator Obama, McCain had to deliver what was called the most important speech in his life. In recent polls and from the people I talk to you McCain seemed to just about accomplish it. Some believe that there was not much energy and it lacked emotion, that he didn’t seem comfortable. Others felt that his speech was the start of a whole new campaign and motivated the donor base to contribute two hundred million dollars. If you don’t know me by now, I support my decisions and thoughts with proof. It today’s Gallup Poll McCain has a 3% lead over Obama, even Obama’s network CNN reports McCain has taken the lead in this presidential election. With more polls pouring in around the nation it seems that McCain has done the job and done it correctly. In fact this new message or campaign theme is to do or join a cause greater then our own self interest. This theme seems to be growing in our country and many are joining team of McCain. I had a discussion with a friend the other night that I am not sure where he got his information, but stated that Obama was leading in New Orleans. A poll today, today I mind, stated that McCain is leading in that area about 78%. So I don’t know where he got his information, probably CNN or someone he overheard but none the less WRONG. My friends and I discussed McCain and his speech, and surprisingly enough majority are probably not voting for McCain or Obama, but rather not voting at all. When talking to a friend from college he was surprised those friends of mine have not care or knowledge in what’s going on or if they do remain silent. But we are a group that a just roll with it and that seems to be successful for us so far but we shall see how far for me. I was just reading a blog how someone actually stoped being friends with his classmates because lack of emotion in this election, I will not go that far but I am also not that far behind. Back to McCain well simply enough proved to energize his base and campaign. Look at the polls and that will tell you what you need to see. McCain doesn’t speak well with a prepared statement, but speaks better when he is walking around talking to us. So I will not hold that against him but rather applaud it. October 26th is going to be the first Presidential Debate and I am looking forward to it.

The Honorable Governor of Alaska Sarah Palin

Save the best for last is what I decided to do and to dedicate a whole post on this great woman instead of bunching her in with a daily report. Words can not explain my opinion and affection I have for this woman, a gale that came from small town in Alaska, who never fathom being President or Vice President. She has always fought for the people, and never asked for any reward just trust in government, trust in the future, a trust in her. Governor Palin is more than toss meat for the left to attack, and for liberals to lift their ugly nose towards. She is a patriot who went to school the hard way, and always took the jobs that many people wouldn’t even want to. She made decisions that many politicians would simply avoid and run away from because of fear of political fallout. A Lead by example philosophy, a hockey mom attitude, has gotten Sarah Palin to where she is today. A successful parent, loving wife, and a true public servant are some of the most proud accomplishments that we have learned of that Sarah Palin accomplished. “I’m not a member of the permanent political establishment. And I’ve learned quickly, these last few days, that if you’re not a member in good standing of the Washington elite, then some in the media consider a candidate unqualified for that reason alone.” In recent days Sarah Palin has been treated horribly by the media, and simply enough because they don’t know her. When a reporter was asked, “Why you attacking her?” the reporter said in response, “She’s not one of us.” That is a profound statement that the reporter stated, “Not one of us” sadly many Americans are buying this crap, and are not looking at the big picture. Why would this reporter then cling to Obama who keeps telling us that he is an outsider to Washington, when he has lived there for the last three years. I was talking to an old grade school friend who is going to cast her vote for Obama on November the 4th, and she said, “It saddens me that women are never going to be in the White House.” And I have heard that a lot, to all the woman in the world I have this to say. If you want a woman in the white house, and are waiting for that perfect woman to come around to be that person, you will never see her or more importantly you will never get to vote for her. Generations of women are waiting for this barrier to break. My sister gets it and is going to cast her vote for McCain, because, “It’s time for me to realize that I can do and be what ever you want to do and be.” See it only takes one victory to turn into many, and open the doors for good. This would be our third shot at electing a woman to an area in which they have yet to be. Sarah Palin is not the perfect candidate, but she is trying to do something that is only talked about. “Here’s how I look at the choice Americans face in this election: In politics, there are some candidates who use change to promote their careers, and then there are those, like John McCain, who use their careers to promote change.” The decision is ours, and it’s not an easy one. For many people they are truly divided and I am sorry for that, but that is the burden of freedom and elections. There are winners and losers. Again I can not express my strong support for and honor that I feel for Sarah Palin. I only can pray and wish that many of you can see and hear what I do, and if you do then you will feel and see it soon. Sarah Palin is someone I would be honored to salute, stand up for when she enters a room, and honored to call her Vice President of the United States.

Day Three of the Republican Convention

Tonight the Republicans decided to throw everything they had into the mix, and give it all they got. To answer this task the McCain campaign and the RNC put together a line up of speakers that could deliver that message. The speakers would be all former Presidential Candidates, and all would be favorites in 2012 when the next round of primaries would kick off. The first speaker was none other then former governor Mitt Romney of Massachusetts. Romney is mostly remembered as going negative the most in the primaries, and how his negative adds where extremely successful. Romney began with hard jabs to the other side of the spectrum, and was relentless when comparing McCain to Obama when dealing with evil. “And at Saddleback, after Barack Obama dodged and ducked every direct question, John McCain hit the nail on the head: Radical, violent Islam is evil, and he will defeat it.”Romney stern warning to American was received with great applause and received strong recognition from his fellow Republicans. Romney also ended his speech with a glance towards the future by giving a strong statement, “President McCain and Vice President Palin will keep America as it has always been: The hope of the Earth.” Next to speak was the last Republican to exit the race, second place finish presidential campaign, former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee. Mike Huckabee like Romney wasted little to no time going right after Obama and defending Sarah Palin. "John McCain offers specific ideas to respond to this need for change," this is point that seems every speaker is trying to identify, that McCain is the true agent for change. Huckabee speech was strong, and he admitted that McCain wasn’t his first choice, but he is the only choice now to make for President. After Huckabee speech it was time for the keynote speech which was fantastically done by Rudy Giuliani. Giuliani brought humor and enthusiasm to the convention floor, and it only reminded me how close he came from becoming the nominee of this party. “We are the party that believes ... in America's essential greatness” Giuliani explained to a stadium filled that its time for us to move forward. “You're hiring someone to do a job” this is when Giuliani explained the importance of this election, and tried to tell people that we are in charge and we get to pick the next President. “And now the job is up to us. Let's get John McCain and Sarah Palin elected, and let's shake up Washington and move this country forward” This is how Giuliani ended his speech with great applause and standing ovation at the convention. All three main speakers did their job effectively and successful but it was now time for the main event, Sarah Palin.

Republican Convention Kickoff!

Well early yesterday Republicans officially kicked of their party's convention with a call of service, and duty to those conflicted by the recent Hurricane that sweep through the south. Day 1 started as normal with Republican National Chairman Duncan using the gavel to bring the convention together. He was followed by both first lady Laura Bush and Cindy McCain. Both gave information out pertaining the hurricane and asked for people to donate and help out. Also during the first night the governors of those conflicted states taped a video message to the convention asking for help. But as the storm settled and the streets became clear in St.Paul, MN the Republicans picked up the convention and kicked it off. The second night of speakers where a list of many favorites from both past conventions, Democrat conventions, and favorite actor. Prime time had Laura Bush who introduced her husband President Bush. President Bush was there by satellite because of the hurricane but he still delivered a stern and continue line of support for McCain. Then came what we all were waiting for, the wait was over and the next speaker got everyone into the atmosphere. Former Senator from TN and Law and Order Actor Fred Thompson spoke next. He delivered which was probably the most entertaining and energetic speech thus far. He started with praising McCain and how he has already been tested, to immediately attacking the liberal Obama. "The Democrats present a history-making nominee for president, history-making in that he is the most liberal, most inexperienced nominee to ever run for president." This line probably was the most remembered line from Thompson speech that drew a great ovation. Thompson took of the gloves and was getting the Republicans ready for a fight. Then it was time for Lieberman, former VP nominee to Gore, an Independent leader in the Senate. Lieberman had stated before his speech that he wouldn't attack Obama and that he would only explain why he is for McCain. "Eloquence is no substitute for a record." Was the line that Lieberman stirred the pot and got allot of peoples attention. Lieberman also hoped to connect with Independents through the camera by looking straight into it and saying, "Country matters more than party." Lieberman didn't follow the advice from the Democrats and went after Obama and defended VP Nominee Palin. Overall the conventions seemed to gain its momentum back, and tomorrow night we hear from Governor Palin herself and other high profiled candidates.

A Maverick filled Ticket!

This past Friday, August 29th 2008, the country was introduced to the next Vice President of the United States, Governor Sarah Palin of Alaska. Originally I had thrown my support behind the nomination of Mitt Romney as the VP pick but just seeing her speak and listening to the reaction she has brought to the campaign has re-opened my opinion and has gotten me excited for this great ticket. This was a shock to the political world and also to everyone who was sure that McCain would choose the candidate that he needs to. Instead McCain picked the candidate that he wanted, and decided to take a risk by choosing a Washington outsider to answer the call and duty of Vice President. I don’t know if it was the music playing when they introduced her or just the fact that history was made through this historic event. Both candidates have fought the system and won, also having a great record of challenging Washington and always serving the peoples needs rather then their own self interest. But now comes the real challenge of Vice Presidential Candidate and how she will hold up for the next 59 days until the election. So far she has doubled McCain’s fundraising, and has received a higher favorability rating then that of her opponent Democrat VP Biden. She even has improved McCain’s longevity programs and trust in the McCain campaign which I thought would be almost impossible. But with the good comes the bad, and when it rains it pours. Early this morning Governor Palin announced that her 17 daughter is pregnant, and how she plans to stand by her daughter and will not allow the media to rip her apart. Some would view this as a negative but let’s face it, we are electing a President and Vice President of the United States not their family and sure enough we will not hold their parenting skills up for debate. Parenting skills are not even on my score card when picking a candidate and if it is on yours then you are lower then dirt in this country. So give the McCain/Palin ticket two thumbs up and feel that now this election is truly a toss up.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SfwC9vcm5Hg&feature=related

This is the link to McCain introducing his running mate!