POLITICS ARTICLES
What will the next President have, Appearance or Substance?
Glen B. Moberly
I decided to write this article because after watching this presidential campaign since before it started I truly believe that most people really don’t understand how the outcome of this campaign is going affect them. Many people are voting based on appearance, rather than substance. This reminds me of...
A Thought of Outsiders About The America
Guest
Americans feel as though their country is the greatest country in the world. They are proud of their country, as they should be. However, it is sometimes difficult to see ourselves as others see us.Most of the viewpoints expressed are from the standpoint of an American viewing Russia and Russians...
Are Politicians Using Smoke Screens To Sidestep Issues
aydancorkern
From the time the presidential started almost two years ago, we have been inundated with many candidates, but one by one they have been eliminated and the playing field has been cleared of all competitors except for the Obama team for the Democrats and the McCain team for the Republicans. At least now...
Real
Change We all Need
Guest
I am really excited that we have elected our first African American President. I wished that Sen. Obama was given the Presidency on 3rd November (Enabling him to be beside his grandmother in Hawaii) and we could have Sen. McCain as the Honorary President.Though I really admire President elect...
Anambra
Statewide Condom Ban
Ken Brower
Anambra is one of Nigeria’s most densely populated states with the 2006 census showing 4.1 million residents. The villages and towns are densely populated with anywhere from 1,500 to 2,000 residents living within the confines of each square kilometer. In Nigeria, alone, the HIV epidemic is staggering,...
Voting Logically And Not Letting Your Emotions Get Involved
paulbittle
I had been a registered Democrat for over 35 years and all my life I've always been proud to be an American. One of the things I don't take lightly is voting and out of all the years I have been voting, this election of 2008 has become one of the most important and most serious elections I or anyone...
Waiting for Josephine the Undecided to Make Up Her Mind
Jill
After a nail-biting, emotionally-draining year of watching what some people call the most gripping election campaign of modern times, the election now comes down to the opinion of the much-touted undecided voter. Who is this stubbornly indecisive population and why are they taking so long to make up their...
Obama Monkey Toy & McCain Monkey Toys at Sock Polticians
JennieHeckel
According to SockPoliticians.com the limited edition Obama Monkey is still selling well despite the economic downturn. SockPoliticians.com is selling The Obama Monkey Toy, which is a plush monkey toy wearing a tailored business suit with a lapel pin for Barack Obama. Not to be outdone is The McCain Monkey...
Self-Branding: The Golden Arches of politics
Guest
Self-Branding: The Golden Arches of politicsHelpful Tips for Yard Sign DesignYour logo in hundreds of yardsCampaign signs serve multiple purposes, but first and foremost they should establish and reinforce name identity. Just like any business, your campaign signs are your logo, the “brand”...
Recession? Depression? Deflation? The ABC's of the Economic Downturn
Dane Smith
News of the economy is inescapable these days and most of it is bad news. The economy dominates the headlines, the evening news and our daily conversations. Sorting out what all the terms mean and what they have to do with your individual bottom line can be difficult. Here is a quick rundown of some of...
Registered Voters Take Advantage of Early Voting In Travis County
Dane Smith
Early voting began on Monday, October 20th and ran until Friday, October 31st. Travis County alone is expected to see nearly 450,000 people take advantage of casting their ballot early. In the last presidential election, about 62% of registered voters in Travis County voted early. At the time...
Letsfixlosal.com - a different blog,
but a common purpose.
Guest
Letsfixlosal.com is a blog that intends to make a difference to the city of Los Alamitos and it has been making waves with ease.The major goal that this site wants to accomplish is to create a sense of unity among the people of Los Alamitos and combine them for the common purpose of developing...
A Flood Of Early Voters Leaves Some Places Unprepared
aydancorkern
It does not even have to be asked what is so special about this presidential election when compared to elections in the past. It would seem that the American people are so desperate for a change in our government and leadership, democrats and republicans alike, that they can scarcely wait for Election...
Barack Obama:
Astrology of a Presidential Candidate
learningannex
Barack Obama is a Leo, which is not surprising as it is often the sign of a famous man - and especially a famous politician. He is the Junior United States Senator and the only African American serving in the U.S. Senate. He is, of course, also running for President of the United States. His birthday...
John McCain: Astrology of a Presidential Candidate
learningannex
John McCain has an almost perfect triad of planets for a world leader. He was born August 29, 1936 in Canal zone, Panama. His Sun is in sensible Virgo, his moon is in practical Capricorn, and his ascendant (or rising sign as it is also sometimes known) is in fair-minded Libra. Put together, this makes...