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Obligatory Day After Post

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Well, the presidential elections have come to a close (Thank God.)

My reaction?  I’m bitterly dissappointed.  I’m still waiting on two California Props, which are going my way as of this writing, but are too close not to wait to the bitter end for the final results.  But as for the presidency, I’m terribly, terribly dissappointed.  I did not want President-Elect Obama to be my president.  I did not vote for him.

I’ve always said that even if you don’t like the president as an individual, you still need to respect the office he holds.  This is the first year that it’s going to take me a few days to get over my bitterness and get to that point.  I will.  I think I just need to go through a small grieving process after all my hoping during the last year.

Beyond the presidency, I honestly fear for my country this time around.  It seems to me that in previous years, there’s been more of a balance of power…  That is missing now.  It is truly a liberal government now, and that, to be completely honest, scares me.  Why?  Because I don’t see a checks and balance.  That frightening to me.  Because the system, as we hold hold dear, will simply further an agenda, rather than hold it accountable.

Obviously, we’ll have to wait and see what the future holds.

Although, I have to say…  A part of me is glad that President-Elect Obama was elected…  That perhaps an African American president will further the eradication of raciscm in our country.  I just wish that it had been a candidate that I could back.

So, for now…  I must force it out.  Congratulations, President-Elect Obama.  Please…  Please.  Prove me wrong.

And to Senator McCain.  Thank you.  Thank you for your continued service to our country.  Regardless of any campaign shortcomings, you have proven your allegiance to this country, and then some.

Why the Snark?

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I’m sitting here at my computer with CNN Live.  Cindy McCain just finished, the video has finished, John McCain is up next.

I had thought I wouldn’t get involved politically on my blog…  Twitter…  Blogs…  There’s something I’m seeing that I find disturbing.  The venom.  The absolute venom shot at people of a different party than you.  Venom at the the candidates of a different party than you.  Venom shot at families. Attack their stance on the issues that matter to you…  Challenge that.  I think that’s necessary as a citizen, and also an exercise in articulating your own beliefs for the next time you’re asked to expound on your beliefs.

Attacking the hair?  Attacking pronunciations of a spouse?  Creating drinking games?  Making fun of people?  All the way down to the music? It’s not just in the Net either…  I’m afraid to add a bumper sticker to my car.  My car would be keyed in the parking lot for it at work.  I’m not kidding, and I’m not exaggerating.

I have – not once – made fun of anyone in the other party than myself.  Not once.  Not even alone, with my husband, when no one can hear me.  I’ve certainly discussed issues with him as I do my research in order to make the best decision for myself and my family with my vote.

So far, one person seems to be doing it respectfully, that I’ve noticed.  I’d like to call out Erin Kotecki Vest.  While she is a staunch supporter of Obama, in issues regarding the RNC, and McCain, she’s kept it fair, observational, and about the issues.  Even when she’s freakin’ out about something that drives her nuts on a personal level – say on Twitter, or somewhere – she’s never been derogatory.  You know what, Erin?  You have my utmost respect.  We don’t agree on a whole heck of a lot politically – but you know how to disagree with class, style, and education on your stance.

Something else.  These two men – both of them – are running for President of the United States of America.  That commands respect.  Regardless of who wins the election, the man who actually holds the office, the office itself commands respect.  Barack Obama or John McCain will be the leader of your country.  That commands respect.  You hate Bush?  I don’t care.  Take issue with his record – fine.  The office commands respect.  You hated any of the previous Presidents?  I don’t care.  The office commands respect.  Hold yourself accountable to your words and actions.  Maybe that will trickle up.

I know that you might think I’m a right wing, religious fanatic whack job.  I suppose that’s ok.  I just think you’re passionate about your beliefs.  You know what?  So am I.  I don’t deserve to be called names, if I’m not calling them.  I don’t deserve to be afraid of saying who I’m voting for.

I am voting for John McCain.

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