Woo!! My FIRST time to vote! How exciting this is. The race this year is a good one... well, close at least. personally, I find neither candidate appealing, but I do feel there is one that is the lesser of the two evils. So what issues are important to ME? As a new mom in this difficult time for our country, I have a few concerns. Personally, I don't think that either candidate is completely honest about what they SAY they will do for this country. What politician is really all that honest anyway? What will it take to get elected? What do the people want to hear? How can I make the other guy look worse than me? Do either of them really care about US? *sigh* the dilemma...
Both parties are responsible for some opponent-bashing this year. Of course, who wouldn't want to make the other look too "dangerous" or "risky" for the nation? It's hilarious what the other will say about the other. John McCain is too OLD, he's just like Pres. Bush, nothing will change w/ another Republican in the White House. Barrack Obama is associated w/ terrorists, his minister and close friend for years promoted hate, he doesn't have enough experience. It's just all a little too much for me. The problem w/ Americans today is that no one goes out and does research. They just vote the way their parents vote, or the believe everything that the mainstream media tells them to believe. It's sad that we don't have a very informed society. If we did, then we might be able to make a correct decision for this country once in a while. I did research, so I think I am able to make an informed decision on who I will vote for. And I did this morning.
The Economy A pro-growth, pro-jobs strategy to get our economy back on track. John McCain's strategy includes taking the near-term actions needed to provide immediate help to American families while also taking the longer-term steps necessary to secure America's economic prosperity and leadership in the world.
Obama's Stance on the Economy
Barack Obama has offered a detailed plan to get America’s economy back on track, by creating new jobs and easing the burden on hardworking Americans by offering middle-class tax cuts three times the size of McCain’s.
Both parties are responsible for some opponent-bashing this year. Of course, who wouldn't want to make the other look too "dangerous" or "risky" for the nation? It's hilarious what the other will say about the other. John McCain is too OLD, he's just like Pres. Bush, nothing will change w/ another Republican in the White House. Barrack Obama is associated w/ terrorists, his minister and close friend for years promoted hate, he doesn't have enough experience. It's just all a little too much for me. The problem w/ Americans today is that no one goes out and does research. They just vote the way their parents vote, or the believe everything that the mainstream media tells them to believe. It's sad that we don't have a very informed society. If we did, then we might be able to make a correct decision for this country once in a while. I did research, so I think I am able to make an informed decision on who I will vote for. And I did this morning.
The Economy A pro-growth, pro-jobs strategy to get our economy back on track. John McCain's strategy includes taking the near-term actions needed to provide immediate help to American families while also taking the longer-term steps necessary to secure America's economic prosperity and leadership in the world. Energy Our nation's future security and prosperity depends on the next President making the hard choices that will break our nation's strategic dependence on foreign sources of energy and will ensure our economic prosperity by meeting tomorrow's demands for a clean portfolio.
National Security The most sacred responsibility vested in a president - the commander in chief - is to "preserve and protect" American citizens. John McCain has the necessary vision and unrivaled experience to command the United States armed forces and adapt our nation's defenses to the demands of a changing and dangerous world.
Health Care John McCain is willing to address the fundamental problem: the rapidly rising cost of U.S. health care. Bringing costs under control is the only way to stop the erosion of affordable health insurance, save Medicare and Medicaid, protect private health benefits for retirees, and allow our companies to effectively compete around the world.
Iraq John McCain believes it is strategically and morally essential for the United States to support the Government of Iraq to become capable of governing itself and safeguarding its people. The best way to secure long-term peace and security is to establish a stable, prosperous, and democratic state in Iraq. When Iraqi forces can safeguard their own country, American troops can return home.
Homeownership America's families are bearing a heavy burden from falling housing prices, mortgage delinquencies, foreclosures, and a weak economy. It is important that those families who have worked hard enough to finance homeownership not have that dream crushed under the weight of the wrong mortgage.
Immigration John McCain has always believed that our border must be secure and that the federal government has utterly failed in its responsibility to ensure that it is secure. If we have learned anything from the recent immigration debate, it is that Americans have little trust that their government will honor a pledge to do the things necessary to make the border secure.
Education Excellence, choice, and competition in American education. John McCain believes American education must be worthy of the promise we make to our children and ourselves. He understands that we are a nation committed to equal opportunity, and there is no equal opportunity without equal access to excellent education.
Judicial Philosophy John McCain believes that one of the greatest threats to our liberty and the Constitutional framework that safeguards our freedoms are willful judges who usurp the role of the people and their representatives and legislate from the bench. As President, John McCain will nominate judges who understand that their role is to faithfully apply the law as written, not impose their opinions through judicial fiat.
Homeland Security Senator John McCain believes that the highest priority for any President is protecting the lives of American citizens, defending their personal freedom, and securing our land and resources. John McCain has the experience to insure that this priority is put into practice by the hundreds of thousands of dedicated men and women who serve their country in homeland security positions every day.
Fighting Crime John McCain's plan for keeping communities across America safe from crime begins with supporting state and local law enforcement. John McCain recognizes that the men And women of our law enforcement community serve on the front lines of America's struggle against crime
Ethics Reform John McCain believes that a government "of the people, by the people, and for the people" must remain ever faithful to that noble charge. America needs leadership devoted to the public interest, not the special interest, and a government that fulfills its duties with unfailing integrity, accountability, and common sense. Those who serve in positions of public trust have a patriotic duty to serve the national interest with integrity and accountability, to conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the people we are privileged to serve.
National Service John McCain will create a Service to America initiative to strengthen the teaching and understanding of American history, culture and core ideas, and to inspire Americans to serve causes greater than their own self interest.
There are A LOT of things that I didn't include here, so if you're interested in reading more about John McCain's platform, go here: http://www.johnmccain.com/Informing/issues/
Obama's Stance on the EconomyBarack Obama has offered a detailed plan to get America’s economy back on track, by creating new jobs and easing the burden on hardworking Americans by offering middle-class tax cuts three times the size of McCain’s.
Obama's Stance on Education
Barack Obama puts children first by investing in early childhood education, making sure our schools are adequately funded and led by high-quality teachers, and reforming No Child Left Behind.
Barack Obama puts children first by investing in early childhood education, making sure our schools are adequately funded and led by high-quality teachers, and reforming No Child Left Behind.
Obama's Stance on Energy
Barack Obama will invest in alternative fuels and renewable energy, including a plan to increase America’s energy efficiency and create 5 million new “green” jobs
Barack Obama will invest in alternative fuels and renewable energy, including a plan to increase America’s energy efficiency and create 5 million new “green” jobs
Obama's Stance on Ethics
Barack Obama has been a leader on government transparency – refusing to take donations from lobbyists or PACs, improving disclosure and creating a database where the public can track federal contracts and earmarks.
Barack Obama has been a leader on government transparency – refusing to take donations from lobbyists or PACs, improving disclosure and creating a database where the public can track federal contracts and earmarks.
Obama's Stance on Foreign Policy
Barack Obama will continue the long American tradition of smart diplomacy to keep the country safe while improving America’s standing in the world.
Barack Obama will continue the long American tradition of smart diplomacy to keep the country safe while improving America’s standing in the world.
Obama's Stance on Health Care
Barack Obama’s health care plan will provide accessible, affordable coverage for all, and it will reduce health care costs for families.
Barack Obama’s health care plan will provide accessible, affordable coverage for all, and it will reduce health care costs for families.
Obama's Stance on Homeland Security
Barack Obama supports increased security measures for our airports, ports, and land borders, part of a national plan to protect American’s infrastructure and keep our communities safe
Barack Obama supports increased security measures for our airports, ports, and land borders, part of a national plan to protect American’s infrastructure and keep our communities safe
Obama's Stance on Iraq
Barack Obama will work with his military commanders to responsibly end the war in Iraq. Obama will refocus our resources on al Qaeda in Afghanistan and finish the fight with the terrorists who attacked us on 9/11.
Barack Obama will work with his military commanders to responsibly end the war in Iraq. Obama will refocus our resources on al Qaeda in Afghanistan and finish the fight with the terrorists who attacked us on 9/11.
Obama's Stance on Taxes
Barack Obama provides a middle class tax cut for 95 percent of American workers. Middle class families will get three times the tax relief from Obama than they would from John McCain.
Barack Obama provides a middle class tax cut for 95 percent of American workers. Middle class families will get three times the tax relief from Obama than they would from John McCain.
Sorry I didn't do as much for him, but his site is really set up strangely. I also love how most of them talk about how much better than McCain he is... why not just stick to your own issues and stay away from the other guy? If you want to read more about Obama's platform, go here: http://www.barackobama.com/issues/
How will YOU vote?
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