As I watched President Obama on The Daily Show, I couldn't help but to acknowledge the fact that every thing seemed to revolve around the "battle" between Democrats and Republicans for political power. My judgment may be a little clouded after writing a paper compairing the two parties websites and being frustrated with the bickering I saw. To be honest, when I turn on the news, no matter what program, I like the "Party System" of this Country less and less.......and less.
The power of party affiliation is one of the most absurd concepts of politics I have ever seen. Since when is casting a vote or taking a stance on an issue, simply to conform with party agenda, right, moral, or even democratic? Shouldn't a political representative represent the people that voted them and not an organization of self proclaimed leaders? I believe what the Republican Party claims when they say our government needs serious change, but they need to make just as many changes as the Democrats do! No wonder their mascots are asses and elephants, two of the dumbest looking animals on the earth!
I guess what really did it for me was when I heard about Democratic politicians taking pride in voting against their own party, like the Senator from West Virginia putting a .308 slug in the Cap and Trade Bill. Give me a break! Why do we even have parties? I know it is a great way to raise campaign dollars, but is it really that important when it impedes democracy? I will admit, I have no clue whatsoever on the issue of an alternative method. But is this really the best we can do?
Oh, and while we are at it, whats up with all of these ignorant, incompetent politicians running for office and actually being allowed to do so ? You know who I am talking about. Is this the best we, The FREAKIN' United States of America can do? Are these really, seriously the best and most qualified individuals we can produce to lead our country out of the hard times we find ourselves in? Think about it, Really!!
Justin,
ReplyDeleteBreath!! haha!! I agree with you on some points. First, that interview with President Obama was all about political power. He had all the power in Washington, and still did not do anything but pass a health care bill. With that said, I think that, that kind of supports your argument about political parties. If the Democrats had all this power the first two years and didn't get much done, then your right what is the point of political parties. It seems they serve no purpose and to me its just a way to keep Politics interesting.