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Obama: The Middle Class's Grand Illusion
Barrack Obama is having an identity crisis with the middle-class voters of America. It is this disconnection with middle-class voters that casts a grand illusion on Obama's campaign. Barrack Obama is having an identity crisis with the middle-class voters of America. It is this disconnection with middle-class voters ... more
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Voting for the lesser of two evils? A Nation of Sheep will beget a Government of W...
“A nation of sheep will beget a government of wolves” - Edward R Murrow. When we as citizens cast our vote with the “lesser of two evils” deduction, what we are essentially telling the candidates is that we support them. The politicians know this, the parties know this and the government is more of a quantity over quality scenario because of it.
I hear a lot of “well he’s the best we have” excuses and when I hear that I can’t help but ask who’s in charge of this country? The last I looked it was the citizens who elected our officials and presidents and so it should be the citizens who pick the best of the best, not the best of the worst. We need to come to the realization that our politicians do not want to change too much because they might lose the power that we don’t realize is ours to begin with. This, sadly is the case of our government, not the presidents nor the congress personally, it’s become more than that, it’s the horse they ride on.
To Vote or Not Vote
If you cannot vote with your full heart behind it, or are voting just so the other doesn’t win then you are telling your government that you are a sheep. You are telling the candidate that you support his ways and to keep it up. Think about that for a second, is that really helping you and supporting what you believe or is it supporting the candidate and the government that you really don’t believe in?
If you don’t vote or don’t vote for one of the two obvious winners then you are saying, no I don’t support you, or neither of you for that matter. What would happen if we all held our presidential employees to this standard? What would happen if no one showed up to their rallies, or no one tuned in to biased, time prejudiced debates? What if a presidential election tallied 19,000 total votes? Would it really make a difference if we vote for corruptness or not vote if corruptness is going to inherit our Whitehouse anyways?
What I see in both of our current candidates is differences in diversion, but the same tragic end for this country. If the end is the same, why should we care who gets us to the end slower or faster for that matter? We should tell our leaders (who are essentially our employees) that if you want our time, money and our vote then start calling out the very government that you want to lead. If we keep concentrating on how bad the current president is then we are shooting ourselves in the foot. This gives an easy way for our candidate to tell us why they are better than the last guy and not what the people really need to hear. We need to concentrate on a reformation of our government as a whole, not the Bush administration, or Clinton and his sexual endeavors; they are all really just failed and poor employees. Who’s the man behind the curtain? It’s us, the citizens and we don't even know it. To vote is to vote, to not vote is to vote. Well currently that’s the truth. Change it.
“A nation of sheep will beget a government of wolves” - Edward R Murrow. When we as citizens cast our vote with the “lesser of two ev... more -
Don't Blame Bush, Blame the past 60 Years of American Goverment
It seems that the Bush Administration and Republicans are taking a lot more flack than they can possibly be responsible for. With that being said I would also like to point out that the current administration is just as flawed as all the rest before it, maybe more and maybe less but that's not the point.
Follow the link for the whole story It seems that the Bush Administration and Republicans are taking a lot more flack than they can possibly be responsible for. With that... more -
Heaven On Earth
To long for most minds and short attention spans, but if you have any interest in Permaculture concepts then watch the full 25minutes.
HEAVEN ON EARTH
a film by Bruce Weaver
SYNOPSIS
Heaven One Earth
What images do we hold in mind for the future of humankind, and the planet? At present, we are bombarded with images of global climate change, worldwide food and water shortages and catastrophic wars. Heaven On Earth is a video travelogue documenting the work of permaculturist Rico Zook. Join us as we travel with Rico to the Northern most part of India in the shade of the towering Himalayas, to glimpse the future through Rico's eyes and learn what permaculture is, and what it has to offer both humanity and the planet. Is it possible we might find heaven on earth here, and now? Watch and see.
To long for most minds and short attention spans, but if you have any interest in Permaculture concepts then watch the full 25minutes.... more -
Anarchists gearing up for the Democrat convention, too
A group under the name “Unconventional Action” has indicated that they plan to use violence as a means of protest at the Democratic National Convention in Denver, this coming August. An obvious offshoot of “Re-Create 68,” the group stated on it’s website the intention of using “militant action” in getting their message out. A group under the name “Unconventional Action” has indicated that they plan to use violence as a means of protest at the Democratic Na... more
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Democrats to open Obama nomination speech to public
Reuters reports:
"Barack Obama will accept the Democratic presidential nomination next month at a Denver football stadium that can hold more than 75,000 people after the political party decided to open the event to a broader audience."
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Dale City Fourth of July Parade
This video captures Barack Obama's supporters as they march in the Dale City Fourth of July Parade. It also displays the viewpoints of many of Obama's supporters. Supporters were asked, "Why are you in support of Senator Barack Obama?"; their responses are intriguing. This video captures Barack Obama's supporters as they march in the Dale City Fourth of July Parade. It also displays the viewpoints of... more
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IF THIS DOESN'T PISS YOU OFF...
...or INSPIRE YOU then your political compass may be off....
The message of Obama is one of transformation, reformation, and hope. All may not agree with this message and that is their right to do so but unless you are truly satisfied with the current condition do you really think not voting or voting for McCain is going to help? ...or INSPIRE YOU then your political compass may be off.... ... more -
Barack Obama's team: Real change?
The people on Barack Obama's political team seems to have very similar ideas to politicians in power today. Is this change we can believe in?
Hopefully Barack Obama is not like them. The people on Barack Obama's political team seems to have very similar ideas to politicians in power today. Is this change we can beli... more -
Politicians do David Bowie's Changes
Canidates sing changes...
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Tom Morello - Rage Against the Machine
great interview about how the true chance for change must be sustained from the bottom up.
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Barack Obama: A Manner of Thinking
This very detailed article examines the conceptual manner in which Barack Obama presented his broad visions for America in speeches that he gave during the early phase of his presidential campaign. The evolution of Obama's thought processes since having become the Democratic presidential nominee is contrasted, from a psychological perspective, to the nature of his earlier conceptualizations.
This article includes many great, high-quality photographs. In addition to the written review detailing the evolution of Obama's thinking, five video are presented to illustrate the changes. This very detailed article examines the conceptual manner in which Barack Obama presented his broad visions for America in speeches th... more -
Gore Endorses Obama, Pledges His Help
FLINT, Mich. (AP) ― Al Gore announced his endorsement of Barack Obama Monday and promised to help the Democrat achieve what eluded him — the presidency.
"I present to you the next president of the United States, Barack Obama!" Gore said in a brief introduction of Obama at a Detroit fundraiser. He planned a later appearance with Obama at a 20,000-person rally at the Joe Louis Arena.
In a letter to be e-mailed to Obama supporters, the former vice president and Nobel Prize winner wrote, "From now through Election Day, I intend to do whatever I can to make sure he is elected president of the United States."
In 2000, Gore won the popular vote but lost the disputed election to George W. Bush, who captured Florida and its electoral votes after a divided Supreme Court ended the recount of ballots. Since then, Gore has made combatting global warming his signature issue, and has been recognized worldwide for his effort — from an Academy Award to the Nobel prize.
Gore is one of the most popular figures in the Democratic Party, but he maintained a low profile in the primary campaign.
It's the second time that Obama has rolled out a major endorsement in Michigan, a state he did not campaign in during the primary because its election violated the party rules. Obama is counting on a win in Michigan in November, but brought Gore and 2004 vice presidential nominee John Edwards to help validate him among Democrats in the state after skipping their primary.
"It means a lot, obviously," Obama said of Gore's support, as he greeted workers outside the General Motors Flint Engine South plant. "He's somebody who is a visionary, not just for the party, but for the country."
Gore also asked for donations to help fund Obama's effort — the first time he's asked members of his Web site AlGore.com to contribute to a political campaign.
"Over the past 18 months, Barack Obama has united a movement. He knows change does not come from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue or Capitol Hill. It begins when people stand up and take action," Gore wrote. "With the help of millions of supporters like you, Barack Obama will bring the change we so desperately need in order to solve our country's most pressing problems."
Obama focused on his plan to improve the economy while in Michigan, which has the nation's highest unemployment rate. He told a crowd in Flint, which had a seasonally unadjusted April unemployment rate of 9.3 percent, that they cannot fear globalization but must embrace it as a reality of the future.
"At critical moments of transition like this one, success has also depended on national leadership that moved the country forward with confidence and a common purpose," he said.
FLINT, Mich. (AP) ― Al Gore announced his endorsement of Barack Obama Monday and promised to help the Democrat achieve what eluded him... more -
Come on people make them hear us
It's time for change and not just changing from him to her, it's time to win our freedoms back ...
I am sick of seeing the Nazis pulling over people left and right ... hearing that children don't have any rights. This is one of our last chances for freedom ... it's only a matter of time before we have no food and no gas and no rights. It's only a matter of time before sites like this have to abide by strict guidelines ... it's only a matter of time before I cant say what I am saying here. Take a look at this world we are living in ... there have been people fighting and dying for the freedoms you are taking for granted. Riots will only get worse and as one guy said the revolution will not be televised ...
It's time all you people stop playing kids and start looking and helping win the freedoms you need to look into all the people she is talking about and as for her vid its free. She wants as much as me to help free you all before you all are truly slaves to the state you so love ...
I dread the day I'm right because I have been a revolutionary all my life and d@$# it I think I am becoming right.
It used to be rare I found a song that supported my views but now I could show you about 50 songs - rappers, rockers and others. It's time we put our differences aside ... we all have been fighting for small rights and we are losing because we can't get past the point that we are different ... this is me trying to wake up the people of the world because this is not just happening here in the states ...
Wake up world before it's too late!
Always me fighting for you . It's time for change and not just changing from him to her, it's time to win our freedoms back ... ... more -
Bob Dylan backs Obama
His 1964 track 'The Times They are a-Changin' became the anthem for his generation, symbolising the era-defining social struggle against the establishment.
Now Bob Dylan - who could justifiably claim to be the architect of Barack Obama's 'change' catchphrase - has backed the Illinois senator to do for modern America what the generation before did in the 1960s.
The times they are a-changin'
His 1964 track 'The Times They are a-Changin' became the anthem for his generation, symbolising the era-defining social struggle again... more -
Clinton's new role
From the report:
"It's a very important period for Obama and if Clinton plays it right it solidifies her place as a positive force in the party with an incredible future," said Democratic consultant Joe Trippi. "But if Obama somehow loses, you don't want people saying 'It's Hillary Clinton's fault.' And if people see her as a hurdle for him, she risks people saying 'Wow, she hurt him.'" From the report: ... more -
EQUAL RIGHTS FOR ALL
Please sign this petition and forward it to everyone you know.
It's 2008, time for true equal rights.
I'd equate the gay rights issue to that of the civil rights era.
It's time for change, true equal rights for ALL.
Please sign this petition and forward it to everyone you know. It's 2008, time for true equal rights. ... more -
Obama wants to "open up the process"
Confused about Obama's policies? These excellent candid videos explain some of this man's ideas on how to change the way things are done in the White House.
Imagine going to www.WhiteHouse.gov and seeing personal messages, televised round table discussions with the key administrative players, and oppourtunities for you to contribute ideas... Confused about Obama's policies? These excellent candid videos explain some of this man's ideas on how to change the way things are do... more -
"The times they are a changin'" - Bob Dylan
No one said it better than Bob Dylan
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Stop whaling! Help support a whale sanctuary-
"I support the creation of a South Atlantic Whale Sanctuary. The South Atlantic is an important whale conservation area that provides the bordering nations with opportunities to develop whale-watching operations. In addition, the Sanctuary would provide a safe area to conduct humane scientific research.
"I call on the International Whaling Commission to approve the South Atlantic Whale Sanctuary during its annual meeting that starts on June 23rd, 2008, in Santiago, Chile."
"I support the creation of a South Atlantic Whale Sanctuary. The South Atlantic is an important whale conservation area that provides ... more
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