We are bailing out companies left and right. And what is even scarier is that the government is now taking stakes in all of these companies, banks, etc. This is called nationalism, and we are getting dangerously close to fascism. Think about it. We have all of these companies receiving federal money in exchange for stakes in them. And we will soon have a President in office that sees no problem in socialistic view points and centralizing government control over industries (the Big 3 Automakers). Not to mention the very, very liberal Congress that also has no problem having power over industry. We are marching towards fascism.

I think the America as we once knew it is gone. We are on a very slippery slope. If enough people don’t wake up, I fear we will slip off into something America has never seen on its shores. But it leaves me with the question of how did we get here? Was this intentional? (Think the SPP but on a bigger scale.) Common sense would dictate that you don’t pile on more debt to get yourself out of debt. It just doesn’t make sense. I understand the whole practice of ‘spending money to make money’; however, this isn’t money we have. We have printed close to $2 trillion in recent months. And now we don’t even know the total count because they’ve stopped providing information. Our government is not being honest with us. I know, I know that’s not a real big shocker. The biggest shocker is that these people forget that they work for US.

Our credit standing in the world is dwindling. We have calls from PM Brown in the UK and France’s Sarkozy for a ‘one world society.’ And our 44^th President has already called himself ‘a citizen of the world.’ Not to mention the fact that he worked on school foundations that promoted the UN and Marxism. One central government? One world government? All of the pieces seem to be snapping together coherently. Will America lose its sovereignty completely? We must stay vigilant…

We need to dismiss some of the republican intelligencia in the media and the republican elites that pushed forth McCain as our candidate. On the platform for the Republican party should be limited government, adherence to our Constitution, low taxes, strong defense, strong border security, independent energy sources (drilling, natural gas, nuclear, coal), pro-life (left up to states), pro-Free Market, tort-reform to decrease medical care costs, state control of education, and cut spending on programs. What we need is a conservative coalition that isn’t made up of ‘country-club republicans’, but instead, of WE the ordinary people who value their freedom, the Constitution, and the ability to live their lives with the least amount of government interference. We can assemble around our Constitution and make sure that our leadership adheres to it. It is the opportunity that is laid before us. Are we going to take it?

Early this morning, as I drove my usual route to work, I took notice of my polling place – it was overflowing. It was full of citizens exercising their right to speak on who they would like to lead their country. I couldn’t help but swell with pride for my fellow citizens and their willingness to make their voices heard. But as I continued down the road, I couldn’t help but think, ‘could this be the last time we hold elections?’ I know it may sound far fetched; but truly if we consider how governments have fallen in the past, all we need do is look at how one charismatic leader gained power and then later silenced dissention. I’m not saying that is what is going to happen, but I feel that our Constitution is in danger and that is the very document that is supposed to protect us from an overreaching government. I hear some people say, ‘what’s wrong with socialism?’ Really, are you kidding me? I would only have to say, ‘Okay. So, why do so many Cubans risk sailing to the US on makeshift rafts in shark infested waters? Are they testing their nautical abilities? I think not. Why did so many Russians risk their lives to defect and come into freedom? Did they really want to pole-vault a brick wall? No, I don’t think so.’ Socialism is only the beginning to something bigger and meaner, especially when there is absolute power given to one party. Our Founding Fathers warned us so long ago to avoid despotism.

I too went and cast my vote at Noon this 4^th day of November, 2008. And now all I can do is pray that God’s Will is done…Come what may, I shall stand with my fellow Americans for my God and my country – Let Freedom Ring!

Words of wisdom from George Washington’s Farewell Address

“Of all the dispositions and habits, which lead to political prosperity, Religion and Morality are indispensable supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of Patriotism, who should labor to subvert these great pillars of human happiness, these firmest props of the duties of Men and Citizens. The mere Politician, equally with the pious man, ought to respect and to cherish them. A volume could not trace all their connexions with private and public felicity. Let it simply be asked, Where is the security for property, for reputation, for life, if the sense of religious obligation desert the oaths, which are the instruments of investigation in Courts of Justice? And let us with caution indulge the supposition, that morality can be maintained without religion. Whatever may be conceded to the influence of refined education on minds of peculiar structure, reason and experience both forbid us to expect, that national morality can prevail in exclusion of religious principle.”

I think Obama was on the defensive, but McCain could have added more power to his jabs by mentioning some other facts. Before I get into the list of things I think he should have touched upon let me just say this – don’t these people have staff that funnel news articles, etc. to them about various aspects of their opponent. I mean really, why is it that McCain didn’t go more in depth on several issues. Is it because he doesn’t want to? Is it because he doesn’t know it? Or, is it restraints of the format in the debate, etc.? I’d like to know because Obama misrepresents himself quite often and no one seems to call him on it, except for Sarah Palin.

The list that I think McCain should have pounced on more were as follows:

-         Taxes: Perhaps it would interest people that about 30% of that 95% don’t pay taxes into the system, so they would actually just be getting a check from the government. Can we say welfare? Plus, what about the Bush tax cuts? If Obama lets those cuts fade away, won’t most middle income earners have their taxes raised. I’ve seen articles that say those earners making between $30,000-$90,000 will actually have their taxes increase by about $4,000.

-         Associations: Instead of asking about Obama’s relationship with Ayers, McCain should have set the stage for Obama to refute or confirm the relationship he has with Ayers. For instance, picture this question, “Senator Obama, in a recent CNN investigation, it was uncovered that you have worked with Bill Ayers - who's an unrepentant terrorist that bomb the Pentagon and other buildings, and who has proclaimed himself as a 'communist' with a little 'c' - on a number of boards that have to do with education in the city of Chicago, i.e. Annenberg Challenge and the Woods Foundation. This relationship has spanned from the time you launched your state senate campaign in his living room to the time you shared a stage with him at an event planned by your wife discussing education. Also from that CNN investigation, one could see that your relationship with Ayers was not how you first described it, ‘just someone I knew from my neighborhood’, or how you next described him as, ‘I knew him because our kids went to school together,’ which isn’t true since his children are now full grown and your children are not. So, perhaps you could clear up any confusion that those in the American public might have with regards to your relationship with William Ayers and provide them with the true relationship between the two of you.” Next up would be ACORN. “Senator Obama would you please explain how you can say you don’t have any ties to ACORN when in your days as a community organizer you worked as a trainer for the Chicago area chapter. As well as throughout your senate elections and career, you've shown support to that organization. Not to mention that in December 2007 at their conference you said that you would make sure that they were invited to your administration’s White House to set agendas for the country. These are the same people that are now under investigation for fraud. Would you mind explaining the relationship further?” I too would have brought up Reverend Wright because that relationship also illustrates Senator Obama’s judgment. How can you sit in a church for 20 years that preaches hatred towards this country and not agree with what is said? Especially, since one of your memoirs features one of the preacher's sermon titles?

-         Abortion: He could have nailed Obama on the ‘Freedom of Choice Act’ that he promised to NARAL in the first 100 days of his administration. Not to mention that the same legislation that he opposed to give aborted children a fighting chance was supported by those in the US Senate that are pro-choice.

-         Healthcare plan: “Senator Obama, why would any small business keep paying for healthcare plans when they can dump them off and have their employees pick up the government plan. I mean this eliminates competition.

-         Education: “Senator Obama, you tout how the oil companies have such obscene profits and how much they have increased over the years. Sir, would you tax Universities that have increased their costs from 1986 to today by 423%? And, Senator, many colleges and Universities hold numerous endowments in their accounts; would you encourage them to spend those endowments by taxing them hardily? Perhaps the universities and colleges could 'spread the wealth' around.”

I’m just trying to figure out where all this money is going to come from in these two campaigns. Our country is out of money and no one is admitting to that fact. We have to cut spending drastically.

Anyway, I thought McCain did well. I would just encourage him to flush out more by stating the facts and getting them out there and allow Obama the chance to refute or twist them. Even if Obama tries to refute it, McCain still ignites the facts for people to come to their own conclusion. It’s all about making a good argument.

But following his logic in his newest statement, doesn’t that just prove that tax cuts are what drive an economy to healthier growth and prosperity. Doesn’t it say that when people are allowed to keep their own hard earned money they actually know how to spend it effectively? So, if keeping taxes low on the ‘wealthiest one percent’ is the best thing during a recession, wouldn’t it make sense to keep taxes low across the board when we’re in a healthy economy? Wouldn’t that take away the threat of a recession?

Here’s a link to the article I read this morning: