karma wrote on Sep 6^th, 2008 at 10:43pm:


Whatever?

Yea Superhawk, I got it misconstrued. My point is if you know the bull is loose and you let it into your pasture, nature will take its course.

The wife and I planned both of our little prodigies (demons) and I as well as the rest of the world understand what the ramifications are of having unprotected sex. It’s no mystery at all, you have sex and the result will be here in 9 months.

Rolo..

As an outsider by virtue of geography and nationality to American politics and the current Presidential race, I’m looking and hoping people in the United States of America make the “right choice.”

For most of the world, the USA is still the free world’s remaining super power after the cold war ended.  I’m well aware Far East countries and China are not only emerging economies, they are also becoming citizen counties of the world.  Having said that, these emerging economies still depend on the strength and health of the US economy and markets.  That goes for us here in Switzerland as well, but to a (much) lesser extent, Switzerland is the vault of the world.

Therefore, the US has an obligation – like it or not, to be the leader for the free
World and if needed, serve as the policeman, along with a few nations like the UK, to be ready to take responsible action when we have a bad world citizen country, and not just take advantage of them.  You have an enviable record on that count rebuilding and supporting the economies of Germany, Japan, and most recently, Iraq.(in a way, “job” not yet complete)  We have a more peaceful and prosperous world thanks to the responsible leadership America provides on the global stage.

I will not suggest or point to either of the two candidates for president, that‘s a choice US voters must make so it is your responsibility.

Having said that, I am Swiss (and Israeli), but my ties to the US are greater than many of you may know, Marta is a US citizen, and both my sons hold US citizenship as well, I have lived and worked in the USA (with a Green card)  That makes your presidential election a very important and essential process of democracy to me.   I know the candidate I would vote for were I a US Citizen and I know the candidate Marta will vote for.  

So when you vote, please remember it’s not about one kid’s  pregnancy, or other pitiful below the belt accusations, on either side that tells you who to vote for.  It’s not about skin color or gender and it’s not about who Oprah will have or not have on her show…   It’s about skills, qualifications, competencies, and track record…  It’s also about principles and moral responsibilities.

The USA has, due to historical circumstances, the obligation, the duty and moral responsibility to the democratic, and not so democratic countries of world, to stand for democracy and its role of safeguarding our most important and cherished possession – FREEDOM

You represent the door to prosperity and much that is so very good– it’s the way of life and government all of you have chosen for over 200 years to support and stand for.  Like it or not, you, your country, and your way of life serves as a model of success for the rest of world to see, emulate, and hopefully join as good citizen countries.

So please think about the rest of us in the world when you vote.  Yes, I know at times many countries will say they don’t like you, yet many of their people still want to live there (or live the American way) to take advantage of all the wonderful opportunities you have.  You need to stay the beacon of freedom... stay the role model for a free and prosperous country / economy.

STAY WHAT YOU ARE:






Michael

Wow Michael, your post just blew me away!

Michael,
Thank-you.  It's nice to hear someone say something good about the US, given that some in this world don't think so highly of the US.

Carolyn

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There's a good reason for it Sandy. They get real news compared to only the crap that we get from cable scum here.

Charlie

cash5542 wrote on Sep 7^th, 2008 at 9:32pm:


No, Charlotte, you're not.  I'm thinking that my daughter and I will vote otherwise (very possibly independent).  However, I did listen to a news program on NPR, where the group being interviewed was Republican Women For Choice (I'm thinking that was the name of the group) and although they didn't agree with Palin on her abortion stance, they were backing her.  As the respondent pointed out, we still have a Democratic Congress and that should pretty much hold any wild ideas in check and prevent a *too conservative*  judge being appointed to the Supreme Court (scant comfort that is).

Carolyn

Is it a wonder that McCain-Palin are 10 pts ahead after the conventions are over?

Most of us grew up with the duck and cover routine of the nuclear age and we beat it because we outspent and out did the soviets. Do other countries have a more passive goal in this day and age just because they don’t have aircraft carriers? A missile launched is still able to take out our way of life as it could in the 1960’s. Are you willing to let that happen just because you don’t think you should be prepared for it?

My friends, do you realize what the Soviets and Iranians are doing these days? They might not be promoting world dominance anymore but the purpose of their actions is the same as it was in the 1970’s.

Their goal is for the US to respect them for their power not their deeds.

This is a global power struggle for energy (carbon based) and if we the people of the United States don’t get going on nuclear energy and alternatives like wind and solar, we will be doomed to energy failure. This situation will be our downfall! If we cannot beat the tree huggers on this one, we will all be chopping wood and hunting game for survival not comfort. It will happen in our lifetime if we fail to act in a responsive way!

If you think you can stand by and it will blow over you are a fool. If you (the people) cannot see this coming you will be eating crow (literally), and looking for a good mule to help you drag the logs from the woods to your fire box.

That my friend’s is utopia verses reality in my eyes. I don’t ever want to see us as a third world country, so don’t let them buy us out of what we have because of stupidity.

I am an independent voter and I have no cart in the race so do what you may, but remember that your grandchildren may live here someday after your pride and body are 6 feet under. Every parent wants a better life for the generations to come, but what are you personally doing to help achieve this goal?

Written by an ardent independent voter who cares more about my family than what is pondered at the dam water cooler.

Honor, Duty, Country folks! It used to mean something, and still does to me.

Roland