Republicans and Democrats. “Change” and “Conservatism.” Our two choices. Am I the only one that sees how hollow the system has become? It's like the beer companies that advertise one product against the other, knowing that you're gonna buy one or the other, regardless. So, does it really matter?
President Bush tarnished our country's image through poor statesmanship. President Clinton tarnished our country's image through poor decision making. In general, we've come to define a good president as one that simply doesn't screw things up too bad. Mr. Obama promised something different.
What has he given us so far? Ambassadorships are handed out to “bundlers”- people who handed him $100,000-plus in campaign money. Our deficit has grown as deep in the first 100 days as Bush dug us in his last three years together. We have the opportunity to appoint a new Supreme Court judge. I can't fault the President's nominee for her credentials, but it's an amazingly lucky break for Mr. Obama that the most qualified person for the post also happens to hit a couple minority categories that he needs to keep solid for re-election.
The Republicans are no better. Rather than offering a solid alternative vision, they are reduced to frivolous complaints and petty bickering. Implying a female Hispanic court nominee might be a racist? Calling out the President and First Lady for having a date night? This is what we're left with as the opposition party- they sure know how to get to the core of the problems America is facing.
I wonder how many actual statesmen have served in our federal government in the 28 years I've been alive? Are there any politicians left who are fighting for more than to stay in office? Do any of the esteemed gentlemen in either wing of Congress feel the burden of responsibility for our country as it slips into the darkness?
When will we demand a third choice?
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