Government Everyday? YEAAH!
The question isn't whether you see government in day to day life, but where and when you see government role in society. In America, the very fact that you can Bush Bash (making fun of George W. Bush), burn flags, read books, have an opinion, is proof enough that government is an active part in our society. In a more artistic way, the very physical view you have of your surroundings, roads, bridges, people, the daily life that goes on around you, was made with the help of the government.
What Makes An American?
I believe that being an American, (from my skewed point of view) is ultimately one who sacrifices or has sacrificed something for this country, whether they served in the war, or came here for economic opportuniy and contributing to American society, I dont believe that a piece of paper or a card defines you as an American as I know plenty of people that do so much for this country but aren't "citizens" of this country.
Would I vote if I was allowed to?
If i could, yes. In history, voting was a privilege, prevented dictatorship, etc. My vote will ultimately be worth more than 1 vote in any election as all the other people not voting will make my single vote be worth more than it is, but if more people vote, it is also a good side as the general public will (hopefully) be smart enough to vote for a leader who can lead a country to progress and well being.
My three most important issues in the election and the 2012 election
The three most important issues for this election and the election in the next 4 years would undoubtably be the war in Iraq, the economy, and health care. I am absoutely opposed to the invasion of Iraq, especially in the circumstances on which the war was carried out on. Iraq was invaded on a lie, Bush fabricated evidence, mission was not accomplished, and we spend 8-11 some odd billion dollars on a lost cause to a people that absolutely hate us for being there. Economy is another big issue especially after it tanked in september, and after it fell below 8000 for the first time in recent years, 1.6 million now unemployed, gas prices falling to 53$ a barrel from the lack of demand as no one can work for the gas, it is crucial issue to me as how the next president will help revive the American economy from the biggest mess since the Great Depression. And finally health care as the baby boomer generation is not slowing down on their age with time, and with the 10 trillion dollar debt, I want to know how i'm going to retire when I'm older when I won't be able to work to live the rest of my days.
Federalist 10 Response
The overall federalist reading was incredibly wordy, as any old writing back in the day would be. It was incredibly dense to read through and it's views on the flaws of different parties with different views on issues to create a central, unified government.
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