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Response to Political Emails

So I got a couple responses to what I sent out, and while I won’t post what was said, the response’s were stating that abortion is really the only issue that matters.  While it is a HUGE issue for me as well, I dont feel like either candidate is going to make big changes to the current policy.  So that being said, I have to look at other issues that are important to me, and there, Obama overwhelmingly wins out.

Here was my response to those emails:

Well if you truly mean the right to life for all people, then you would include not only being against abortion, but also against capital punishment, war, and for better social issues like universal health care and better aide to foreign nations. Being pro-choice doesn’t mean being for abortion.  The fact of the matter is, that McCain has been very wishy washy on his stance on abortion as well, as you can see at the following site. http://www.ontheissues.org/John_McCain.htm#Abortion

On that site it shows that he believes there should be exceptions for rape, incest, etc. He also supports stem cell and fetal tissue research. 

In any case, I don’t believe that either side would be able to overturn Roe vs Wade in the next 4 years.  McCain said himself ““I’d love to see a point where it is irrelevant and could be repealed because abortion is no longer necessary,” McCain told The Chronicle then. “But certainly in the short term, or even the long term, I would not support repeal of Roe vs. Wade, which would then force X number of women in America to (undergo) illegal and dangerous operations.” 

I think it is going to take better education in teaching people the consequences that abortion brings to really bring an end to abortion.  I know that it is a big issue, but it isn’t the ONLY issue that needs work in this world. While I respect your opinion to vote how you feel is right, please respect mine as well.  I think it is inappropriate to send out emails with nonfactual statements that just harbor hate and slander.  Obama is a Christian and I think its horrible that people are trying to associate him with terrorist activity. 

Thanks for listening!

Political Emails

So today I got a politcal forward that was extremely biased towards McCain and completely slandered Obama.  It made me so upset!  Not that the person who forwarded the email had those opinions, because I respect everyone’s rights to the values they feel are important, but that it was o horribly incorrect!  Why do people even start these emails that are so far from the truth and innappropriate.  I wanted to respond immediately telling the person one by one the mistruths in the email.  But I didnt want to keep the negativity going, so instead, I responded with Colin Powell’s eloquent speech on why he chose to endorse Obama.  I think it sums up what
I feel as well, and says it in a respectful way.

Here was my response:

I surprisingly haven’t been getting a ton of politcal emails lately, which is just fine with me as I would usually delete them, but I recieved one today that really hit a nerve.  So many of these emails foster hate or negativity, rather than promoting what is good about the candidates.  This election is exciting and should be viewed as such, as there is so much potential for “change” (a word too overused but important none the less).  I won’t be offended if you delete this now, nor will I be if you decide to forward this on, but I want to share to anyone who wants to listen.

Because I may not be as eloquent as Mr. Colin Powell, but I agree whole-heartedly with what he had to say just a few days ago, I think everyone should thoughtfully read his words, and put aside past views, issues, and anything else that is clouding our judgment towards the election this year. What is truly important right now is electing a leader who will LEAD us in the direction we need to go as a country.  While neither candidate represents ALL of our viewpoints completely, I will be voting for Barack Obama because not only what he represents, but how he represents it.  I am looking forward to a leader who wants to improve world relations, who values the importance of ALL Americans, and who will bring America back to being respected throughout the world.  His choice of Joe Biden as his VP candidate shows that not only will he make thoughtful and intelligent decisions as President, but that he already has.  And with the passion Senator Biden shows to helping those less fortunate throughout the world, I find it truly inspiring and in line with the values I was raised with.  I know that we all have opinions and reasons why we will vote how we do on election day, but I hope that everyone truly is voting for who they feel is the right person for the right reasons.  Not because that is how they always have, or because someone tells them how, but because they know that person will make the right decisions for ALL of America.  Thanks for listening and I sincerely hope you read Powell’s words.

Colin Powell’s Endorsement Speech

P.P.P.S.

P.P.S.

Ok, so that last question did catch my attention.  Way to pull it out in the last moment debate.  Well played.

And Obama gave a nice answer to that, so kudos.

And McCain ….well……he blinks a lot.

And so it goes.

P.S.

Fun times

Well this has been a fun time posting tonight and what great pics I have found, haha.  In fact I am closing my blog before the debates are even over because I am sure thee will be nothing more interesting said.  I am not sure of everything they said, but I know that nothing really caught my attention and nothing changed my vote.  Duh.

3 debates down, 1 to go.  Let’s hope they end with a bang….at least for my sake.  I really like to be entertained apparently :)

Go Vote!

Tina so lucky!

So when I was talking to Katie I got a call from a “Private Number”.  Of course I didnt answer cause that can mean anything.  Well apparently what it meant was Tina was calling from Wayne’s phone.

But I am bummed I missed it because apparently she went to a party tonight and saw……Michael Phelps!!!  I am so jealous - that kid is great.  On my birthday 4 years ago (pre Andrew obviously), the ladies at work “decorated” with pictures of him.  For all of our viewing pleasure.  And because I was obsessed with the Olympics and thought he was cute, to boot.  So yeah, I would have enjoyed seeing him in person.  Tina rocks….and Wayne too I am assuming :)  Well I mean I know he rocks, but I am assuming he also saw him, so thus rock’th.

Boxers or Briefs?

Uncomplete quotes

Is it super obvious I am not as into tonight’s debate as ones in the past?  I cant even listen to the whole quote?  Oh well, it is what it is.

Man, how old are these guys.  McCain looks so old, but yet whines about being able to respond.  “Well if he gets to, I wanna…”

I thought it was Ronald Reagan

You hitting on my man?

So Andrew tells me that the guys think the chica who served them at the mexican restaurant they went to tonight was hitting on him.  He didnt seem to think so, but I can believe it.  He is a cutie….but he’s mine lady, so back off.

Plus, he was wearing his Dr. Pepper shirt.  Thats hot.