Politics of Politicians

Man, oh, Man....

Who to vote for? Well, what the hay? I'm officially endorsing John McCain. (If everyone else who thinks they're important can endorse someone, why can't I, right?) It's not that I was ever considering endorsing Barack Obama, because quite frankly, I think he falls on the opposite side of the coin on every issue important to me. He's a big government, big spending, and pro-abortion type of guy. The great thing about America is the fact that I do not have to apologize for having views, and neither does Barack Obama or any of his supporters, for that matter. However, it's a sickening thought to think how far our country has ventured from its original forefathers' intent. These are guys that were fed up with the Church of England, taxation, and so on...

The Boston Tea Party was a revolt against the "high" taxes that was imposed on tea, and it was a tax that was only about 5 or 6 percent if I recall. That would be tax heaven compared to our current system. Meanwhile, Dubai is one of the fastest growing places in the world, and their income tax is ZERO percent. We're punishing success and riches in today's soceity at the cost of American jobs. Recently, I've become somewhat of a historian. That's a strong word... I've been reading a lot about the history of our nation lately. So, the other day as I was reading I came across two quotes that two revered figures in our nation said, and it was as if they were reading into and warning against exactly what our country has become or is becoming.

I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.
-Thomas Jefferson

The Constitution only guarantees the American people the right to pursue happiness. You have to catch it yourself.
-Benjamin Franklin

The government has attempted to "take care" of the American people, and it has led us down this long road that is leading to socialism.

So, just a few things to think about. Hope it wasn't too heavy. Promise I'm not serious all the time.