August 25, 2004
Kids for Kerry
Reading through the New York Times today, I was amused and dismayed by a picture on the front cover. It shows John Kerry in New York with some kids from a group named Kids for Kerry. To me, this is emblematic of just how screwed up our political system is. These kids are maybe 10 years old. I seriously doubt that they have developed a political philosophy of any substance. But that doesn't matter in America! Our politics are more like sports - people pick one of two teams (with little to no philosophical foundation for their decision) and then yell, "go team, go!" without really knowing why.
People allow themselves to take a shortcut and just pick "the lesser of two evils", without thinking much about what our government really should do. It cracks me up to see the number of people walking around campus with Kerry buttons. Of course Bush is no good, with his wars that make us less safe, but John Kerry isn't any better. Every time I hear about John Kerry's protectionist economic policies and talk of "Benedict Arnold companies" engaged in outsourcing, I want to puke.
I plan to vote for Michael Badnarik in November. Feel free to criticize me for "wasting" my vote, but at least I believe in something, instead of just voting against the bigger idiot.
Posted by Dirtae at August 25, 2004 09:06 PMYeah, I feel the same way, though I'll admit: I completely abhor Bush. That doesn't mean I'd vote for Kerry, though.
You're also completely right on about politics in this country. You go to/watch any political rally, and you see people with flags, posters, etc. cheering on their "favorite team." They've picked this guy to be their man, usually just because he's up against the guy they happen to hate.
To be honest with you, I don't vote in all; I've never really believed in it. And in this election especially, it doesn't seem really worthwhile at ALL. Heh... my stepmother told me she's a republican because "its the Christian thing to do." Now first of all, hahahaha!! Whatever. Secondly, does she automatically then believe that anyone labeled "Republican" has her best interests at heart? I certainly hope not.
I do commend you for going after someone/thing you at least believe in.
Posted by: dlc2k at August 26, 2004 02:47 AMKids do so have knowledge of politics and you think the system is screwed up the only thing screwed up is Jeff Hunter.
Posted by: John at April 4, 2006 05:13 PM
