Ole Miss Debate

And the winner is....Barack Obama!

I realize that this was an unusual debate. Here we are talking Foriegn Policy in the middle of an economic crisis. John McCain got lucky. Seriously, If this debate had been on the economy he would have been railroaded, most likely to the point where it would just have been unfair.

Barack wins not because he laid a huge bomb, no pun intended, but because he took away John McCain's main point of Obama's "Inexperience."

On the early wire Madeleine Albright says Obama had "A Breakthrough Night"

Jim For Georgia

Hey Georgia! Lets vote out Saxby Shameless. Vote Jim Martin for Georgia's Middle Class.

Are you a fiscal conservative? Then take a look at Allen Buckley the Libertarian.

Earmarks v Palin, Biden, et al.

On AC360, Anderson Cooper makes a point of "Keeping Them Honest." A few nights ago, the focus was on Gov. Sarah Palin (the Bridge and Road to Nowhere) and Sen. Joe Biden (with His own Bridge Earmarks) Earmarks have become somewhat of an issue. The media has latched on to them as a form of quasi-corruption. I however have two issues with earmarks, the lack of spending control and their secretive nature.

I have no doubt that within the earmark society there is corruption. However the projects that are funded via earmarks are important nevertheless. An earmark is really just a budget request. We cannot deny that the U.S. Congress, just like any other legislative body, has to allocate money for special projects. The issue is that while these allocations have no open platform, in the full view of the nation, they will continue to be hidden. Or they will continue to bloat massive spending bills.

So yes lets eliminate the pork. But lets also provide for projects to be brought into the light, where Americans can view them and give these special projects all due fiscal and ethical consideration.

Until then, lets keep them honest.

Its the Regulations Stupid!

The US Government is considering bailouts for Wall Street Firms and even some foreign banks. Current Cost...$700 Billion. Look for that price tag to go up before the bill passes. While this bailout may be necessary it is also an opportunity.

The Bush Administration is out to maintain some sort of legacy. They do not want to go down in history as the modern era equivalent of Herbert Hoover. Not to mention Democrats that want to push Obama into 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., not to mention their goal of a Filibuster proof Senate Majority. Everything is on the table, Dems have the upper hand.

I have my 7 condidtions for a bailout and they are:

1. End Short Selling, While it is an easy way into the markets it is not worth the problems it causes.
2. Create a 4, 6, or 8 person council to decide who gets bailed out and how much money they get. This council must have an even number of members. Included on this board must be the Chairs of the House and Senate Banking Committee, Secretary Paulson, and the Ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee. They must agree in order to bailout. The Council only has a lifespan of 6-months.
   
3. The bailout must include aid and a restruturing plan for firms and in trouble households. Allow Local Courts to restructure loans from bailed out firms.
   
4. The Government must recieve a fair value in shares of companies bailed out. Said number of shares must be a condition of the bailout.
5. The Government must disclose who is being bailed out, why, and all of the terms of the bail out.
6. CEO's of bailed out companies cannot recieve pay or severence packages exceding $300,000
7. THERE MUST BE A COMPLETE OVERHAUL OF THE REGULATORY SYSTEMS FOR THE FINANCE INDUSTRY and any other industry in need of major government assistance.
   

I don't like the idea of a bailout but otherwise we risk turmoil. Oh and one more thing, NO BAILOUTS OF FORIEGN FIRMS!!!

Quote for the Day

Republicans for Voldemort
Originally uploaded by crownjewel82

Interesting Bumper Sticker...To Say the least

John McCain...Out of Touch

This Barack Obama commercial uses the Arizona senator's own words to make him appear out of touch with the havoc wreaked by the Wall Street meltdown -- and therefore is accurate in its portrayal.

The McCain campaign quickly realized that its candidate had struck the wrong note yesterday morning, and soon sent reporters new remarks in which John McCain declared the economy to be "in crisis."

• Quote from The Trail, Article by Howard Kurtz
• Emphasis Added
  

An Email From Barack Obama

Friend --

You'd be surprised by how many people you know who aren't registered to vote.

Registration deadlines are coming up soon, and we need every single vote we can get to win this election.

Tell your friends, family, and neighbors to check out our new one-stop voter registration website.

Just forward this message.

VoteforChange.com makes it easier than ever to register. Instead of tracking down the right forms, all you need to do is answer a few basic questions and you'll be ready to vote. You can also:

• Confirm your existing registration
• Apply to vote absentee
• Find your polling place

If you don't know your own registration status or you'd like to learn more, take a minute to visit the site right now.

This race is too close and too important to stay home on Election Day.

If you take the time to register and vote -- and make sure everyone you know is registered as well -- we'll be able to turn the tide of the past eight years.

It's people just like you who will transform this nation.

Thanks,

Barack

Email Received from the Obama for America Campaign

Tax Plan in $$$

BREAKING DOWN THE NUMBERS

Here's how the average tax bill could change in 2009 if either John McCain's or Barack Obama's tax proposals were fully in place.

MCCAIN OBAMA Income Avg. tax bill Avg. tax bill Over $2.9M -$269,364 +$701,885 $603K and up -$45,361 +$115,974 $227K-$603K -$7,871 +$12 $161K-$227K -$4,380 -$2,789 $112K-$161K -$2,614 -$2,204 $66K-$112K -$1,009 -$1,290 $38K-$66K -$319 -$1,042 $19K-$38K -$113 -$892 Under $19K -$19 -$567

Notice that the Average Person saves more under Sen. Obama's Plan. However if you happen to make over $603K a year, your going to have a huge increase.

Info from the Tax Policy Center and CNN.

Go Dawgs!

It wouldn't be right if I didn't post this video.

Go Dawgs!

Signs of Hope & Change

Over the past 17 months, millions of Americans from every corner of this country have taken part in the political process and built an unprecedented movement for change. This video, featuring footage and photos from supporters across the country, documents this grassroots movement and the supporters who truly are the backbone of this campaign.

Featuring music by The National and sunrise footage courtesy of BlueMarvel.

From Barack Obama's YouTube Channel

Disappointment

I actually believe Sen. McCain to be an honorable man and Gov. Palin to be a genuine person.

However, I am tired of these constant lies from the RNC. I once hoped that the RNC under John McCain wouldn't be so petty. That they would bring substance to the party of Lincoln. The GOP has only proven to have as much substance as a bag of hot air. The GOP under McCain is the same as it was under George W. Bush.

The GOP convention lacked a soul. It had no heart. Maybe it was the speeches of 75% false attacks. Or maybe It was the lack of policy talk. Could it have been the Clearly coached crowd. Even the confetti was weak (The balloons however did look nice). I felt let down. I expected much more from the "maverick."

My Friends,
We MUST Elect Barack Obama President of the United States
Good Night & God Bless

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