Conservative vs. Liberal
“If there’s one thing that makes me sick
It’s when someone tries to hide behind politics…”
Joey Ramone of The Ramones from Bonzo Goes to Bitburg, 1983.
If you read this, I would appreciate you voting in the comment area. Seriously.
In these days, it is becoming more difficult to decide things as we as a society tend to label everything—so I am unsure if I am a liberal or a conservative, but I have to say, I do not know when either became “dirty” words.
Financially, I am cheap. Therefore, my fiscal policy is conservative. I really hate the idea that I make an excellent salary this year and a ton of money goes to the government. Boo, hiss, bad government. I want MY money—period. I work hard, I am paid more than adequately for it, and it sucks to have it drained by the government for things I do not like. I am all for road repairs and school projects and other traditional expenses, just not on my dime.
Emotionally, I am open-minded to a degree. I guess my social policies are liberal. I think women have every right to chose, I think people have bad luck and may need financial assistance in welfare when they do, I think people have a right to stand up and be heard and to have a voice, I believe in everyone’s religion as equal and I do not think anyone is “above” anyone else—so elitism sucks.
So I have decided to rattle off some social aspects and let others decide if I am a liberal or a conservative. Feel free to vote--you do not have to leave a name.
Guns—I hate them. No reason to own one—none that I can think of. It is not a constitutional right unless you are in a Militia and your security is threatened; therefore, do not quote the Second Amendment to me. If you need them for protection, maybe you should move. I am not sure where you live, but thieving and raping criminals do not break into my house every evening.
Prisons—Love them. We have way too many idiots running around escaping the law so I say three strikes and you are out of society. Why so many shifty lawyers help career criminals—not sure, but move on. Three major crimes and Na Na Na Na; Na Na Na Nah—Hey Hey Hey, Goodbye.
Animals—Love them. People who are cruel and abuse them should be locked up forever and should spend their years cleaning the animals they have abused feces.
Kids—See above, for understanding just change the word “animals” with “kids.”
Wars—Unless a specific country with specific proof attacks, I believe in more of an isolationist policy. I also love Teddy Roosevelt’s speak softly and carry a big stick ideals.
US Presidents—The top five in order: Lincoln, Truman, Teddy Roosevelt, Andrew Jackson, and Thomas Jefferson. By the way, too bad Hamilton could not be elected—he would have rocked.
The worst five from least worst to worst: Harding, Van Buren, Tyler, Bush Junior, and Nixon.
The “eh” Presidents—not so good; not so terrible: FDR, JFK, Carter, Eisenhower, Adams Senior.
Best President in my lifetime: Clinton.
Women’s Right to Choose—Yep. I am not a woman, I do not understand it, and I am going to completely cop out and say women have their own rights and men should just shut up. I figure women wrestle with this decision enough and that someone who chooses to end her pregnancy does not deserve to be judged by me. I think this will tick people off.
Religion—keep it to yourself. If you believe in something; great. If you do not believe in anything; great. Do not try to convert me, patronize me, feel pity for me, consider me righteous, or argue with me about it. You will never convince me your way is right, and I am polite enough and respect you enough not to even try to tell you my belief system—privacy is a wonderful thing. Oh and never mix religion with politics—it is so cowardly. Besides, and this is for the idiots out there, the United States was NOT founded on Christian beliefs. The founding fathers were deists and not Christians. If you do not believe me, take a college class on the Age of Enlightenment.
Racism—if you are ever thinking of using something so ridiculous as race to judge a person, you are, quite frankly, an ass. Racism is unfair, unethical, and quite ungodly. Racist people are the most ignorant and most horrid type of bully that exists.
Freedom of Speech—nice but it comes with a price and I am afraid that if I want my rights, I need to protect others. So play the rap and print the porn; but let me say what I wish as well. I hate censorship because it only censors intellect. I choose not to listen to rap—uh…I’ll leave the porn thing alone—5th Amendment and all.
Money—we all deserve it and we should all work for it. I understand poverty and I honestly believe that those on it wish not to be. Are people taking advantage of it; sure but bigger companies take advantage of loopholes for corporate big cats that cost the government more money.
Politicians—two terms and you are gone. Washington and Jefferson had it right—career politicians suck.
Big Corporations—I agree with them because we cannot operate without them. Say what you will, but Wal-Mart and McDonalds hire a ton of people.
Unions—I like them until corrupt people in the Union screw over their own to gain ahead.
Teachers—see the above for Unions.
Management/Administration vs. Unions—Choose your side of this one. If you want to be in management or administration; gain the training or education and do so. If you wish to be in the Union—go for it. Whatever you wish; just quit whining about the other.
Taxes—necessary evil; although I am in favor of a flat tax rate.
Government Intrusion—Please; you live in a SOCIETY—you need government.
Freedom of the Press—Absolutely all for it. Among the greatest freedoms we have. If you do not like it; you are a mindless toady.
Drinking Alcohol—If it’s a quality beer; it is a great thing—make sure someone drives you. If you are a drunken idiot who drives around—jail is where you belong.
Artistic Expression—awesome; I just do not understand art very well.
Social Security—I do not expect it to take care of me, so I have planned for my own future. I think we have to take care of ourselves to a degree.
Politicians Who Attack One Another Personally—love it. Nothing is more entertaining; and if you think it is dirty now; it was ten times worst in the 19th Century. Dirty politics is as much fun as the Three Stooges; so sit back and enjoy the ride. By the way, Presidents can have affairs for all I care; I am more concerned with ones that screw the entire country.
Lastly, people who shout out their political views are usually the most insecure about them and have the most to hide. Just consider that when you engage in a political discussion and you start the rant/diatribe.
Feel free to tell me what you think I am.
It’s when someone tries to hide behind politics…”
Joey Ramone of The Ramones from Bonzo Goes to Bitburg, 1983.
If you read this, I would appreciate you voting in the comment area. Seriously.
In these days, it is becoming more difficult to decide things as we as a society tend to label everything—so I am unsure if I am a liberal or a conservative, but I have to say, I do not know when either became “dirty” words.
Financially, I am cheap. Therefore, my fiscal policy is conservative. I really hate the idea that I make an excellent salary this year and a ton of money goes to the government. Boo, hiss, bad government. I want MY money—period. I work hard, I am paid more than adequately for it, and it sucks to have it drained by the government for things I do not like. I am all for road repairs and school projects and other traditional expenses, just not on my dime.
Emotionally, I am open-minded to a degree. I guess my social policies are liberal. I think women have every right to chose, I think people have bad luck and may need financial assistance in welfare when they do, I think people have a right to stand up and be heard and to have a voice, I believe in everyone’s religion as equal and I do not think anyone is “above” anyone else—so elitism sucks.
So I have decided to rattle off some social aspects and let others decide if I am a liberal or a conservative. Feel free to vote--you do not have to leave a name.
Guns—I hate them. No reason to own one—none that I can think of. It is not a constitutional right unless you are in a Militia and your security is threatened; therefore, do not quote the Second Amendment to me. If you need them for protection, maybe you should move. I am not sure where you live, but thieving and raping criminals do not break into my house every evening.
Prisons—Love them. We have way too many idiots running around escaping the law so I say three strikes and you are out of society. Why so many shifty lawyers help career criminals—not sure, but move on. Three major crimes and Na Na Na Na; Na Na Na Nah—Hey Hey Hey, Goodbye.
Animals—Love them. People who are cruel and abuse them should be locked up forever and should spend their years cleaning the animals they have abused feces.
Kids—See above, for understanding just change the word “animals” with “kids.”
Wars—Unless a specific country with specific proof attacks, I believe in more of an isolationist policy. I also love Teddy Roosevelt’s speak softly and carry a big stick ideals.
US Presidents—The top five in order: Lincoln, Truman, Teddy Roosevelt, Andrew Jackson, and Thomas Jefferson. By the way, too bad Hamilton could not be elected—he would have rocked.
The worst five from least worst to worst: Harding, Van Buren, Tyler, Bush Junior, and Nixon.
The “eh” Presidents—not so good; not so terrible: FDR, JFK, Carter, Eisenhower, Adams Senior.
Best President in my lifetime: Clinton.
Women’s Right to Choose—Yep. I am not a woman, I do not understand it, and I am going to completely cop out and say women have their own rights and men should just shut up. I figure women wrestle with this decision enough and that someone who chooses to end her pregnancy does not deserve to be judged by me. I think this will tick people off.
Religion—keep it to yourself. If you believe in something; great. If you do not believe in anything; great. Do not try to convert me, patronize me, feel pity for me, consider me righteous, or argue with me about it. You will never convince me your way is right, and I am polite enough and respect you enough not to even try to tell you my belief system—privacy is a wonderful thing. Oh and never mix religion with politics—it is so cowardly. Besides, and this is for the idiots out there, the United States was NOT founded on Christian beliefs. The founding fathers were deists and not Christians. If you do not believe me, take a college class on the Age of Enlightenment.
Racism—if you are ever thinking of using something so ridiculous as race to judge a person, you are, quite frankly, an ass. Racism is unfair, unethical, and quite ungodly. Racist people are the most ignorant and most horrid type of bully that exists.
Freedom of Speech—nice but it comes with a price and I am afraid that if I want my rights, I need to protect others. So play the rap and print the porn; but let me say what I wish as well. I hate censorship because it only censors intellect. I choose not to listen to rap—uh…I’ll leave the porn thing alone—5th Amendment and all.
Money—we all deserve it and we should all work for it. I understand poverty and I honestly believe that those on it wish not to be. Are people taking advantage of it; sure but bigger companies take advantage of loopholes for corporate big cats that cost the government more money.
Politicians—two terms and you are gone. Washington and Jefferson had it right—career politicians suck.
Big Corporations—I agree with them because we cannot operate without them. Say what you will, but Wal-Mart and McDonalds hire a ton of people.
Unions—I like them until corrupt people in the Union screw over their own to gain ahead.
Teachers—see the above for Unions.
Management/Administration vs. Unions—Choose your side of this one. If you want to be in management or administration; gain the training or education and do so. If you wish to be in the Union—go for it. Whatever you wish; just quit whining about the other.
Taxes—necessary evil; although I am in favor of a flat tax rate.
Government Intrusion—Please; you live in a SOCIETY—you need government.
Freedom of the Press—Absolutely all for it. Among the greatest freedoms we have. If you do not like it; you are a mindless toady.
Drinking Alcohol—If it’s a quality beer; it is a great thing—make sure someone drives you. If you are a drunken idiot who drives around—jail is where you belong.
Artistic Expression—awesome; I just do not understand art very well.
Social Security—I do not expect it to take care of me, so I have planned for my own future. I think we have to take care of ourselves to a degree.
Politicians Who Attack One Another Personally—love it. Nothing is more entertaining; and if you think it is dirty now; it was ten times worst in the 19th Century. Dirty politics is as much fun as the Three Stooges; so sit back and enjoy the ride. By the way, Presidents can have affairs for all I care; I am more concerned with ones that screw the entire country.
Lastly, people who shout out their political views are usually the most insecure about them and have the most to hide. Just consider that when you engage in a political discussion and you start the rant/diatribe.
Feel free to tell me what you think I am.
posted by Eric Sweetwood at 10:17 AM
7 Comments:
Hello Eric,
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I think you are missing the point about the flat tax, if we had a flat tax on every thing you purchased we wouldn't need a state or federal income tax and we could get rid of the IRS department, think how much we could downsize government employees.
I didn't see any mention of ethics, this is much more important and meaningful than the so called moral majoriety. Think of Rotary's 4 way test. Sit down and give this some deep thought, if we all acted in this manner what a better world we would live in. But it has to start with each and every one of us. So before you do or say Think is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned ? Will it build good will and Better friendships? and last will be beneficial to all concerned? your Dad
In answer to Seven Star Hand--Don't know you; uh...thanks for the blogging.
In answer to my Dad: I am very much in favor of a flat tax. Ethics, however, are individualistic and a matter of experience. My ethics have changed as situations change. Unfortuantely, what some view unethical behavior can be deemed as ethical by another's standards. I consider myself ethical, but again, who doesn't? Thanks for blogging--and I think we see people's true ethics in times of determination--same is true of character.
What are you?
Original. Outspoken. Opinionated--but in a good way.
Maybe a Libertarian? Hope I spelled that right.
Labels never work. I am a registered Republican but find myself agreeing with the GOP less and less. And, I am not sold on the Dems, either.
We need to keep tabs on these politicians and take them to task when they don't think about the people.
Just started reading some of the recent books about the response to Katrina. Blunders all around; the various branches of government--local, state, and national--can take some of the blame. However, the federal blunders were awful and stupid, stupid.
Lou
Thanks Lou, as I agree and always have, with your views. For those not in the know, Lou Ann is an awesome person and one of the most intelligent and loving persons I know. Libertarian, eh? Jump on that Keith, as my favorite college professor, M. Paul Holsinger said the same of me--you are "astute" as the great Holsinger would say.
I would also add that my father is among the most ethical and great men I have ever known and I respect him as not only a dignified man, but an incredible role model for me and my siblings. Love you, Dad. You made all of us proud and did the most incredible thing a father could ever do for his children--you loved our mother with all your heart and taught us that family is important. Thanks!
You are a cheap Democratic! That is what I thought we were voting on.
MOM
Love Ya Mom, THANKS! See, your influence is here as well. For those not in the know, my MOM is most certainly one of the most intelligent people in the world and much of my philisophical beliefs (doing for yourself and believing in yourself) comes from her. All of her kids followed careers in language arts (my brother journalism, my sister and me in education with a flair for writing and reading. "Cheap..." well certainly when it comes to my humor and my frugal behavior! You are great! Thanks for the blogging.
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