Now I've said before that in the past election (and the one before) I didn't vote according to the issues. I voted the way I did because the other candidates were scarier to me than the one I voted for. This time however, I see two very capable candidates heading toward the election.
Today Ellen had Senator McCain on her show. It was interesting to say the least. They discussed the recent decision in California to overturn the ban on gay marriage. And she had him answer questions from the audience. Basically, the main issues he addressed were our military position and the oil crisis. He said he promised to bring our troops home with victory and honor, though he offered no timeline. And to the issue on the oil he expressed America's need to become independent of foreign oil sources.
The things I know that are important to me are what make me undecided in this election. I do believe in absolute freedom and equality, that includes all the major controversial issues. Morality should not be legislated. I also feel we do need to be independent of foreign energy sources and work *hastily* toward saving our environment. I think we need to remember that our president leads the world's largest military during his term, and for years now we have had active military forces in other countries. That means he is going to HAVE to know how to lead and military service can only benefit him. On the same hand, I feel it is time to bring our troops home in the safest way possible. I also wish we had a candidate working toward universal healthcare but I doubt we ever see that in America.
I have many more opinions as I'm sure you can guess. But this is a good overview. I'm not asking for you to tell me how to vote. BUT I would like your opinion. If you have decided who you will cast your vote for, share with me and tell me why. It's almost a sure thing the race will be between Obama and McCain, but if Hilary is your girl feel free to tell me that too and why.
These are NOT valid answers, so please don't waste any of our time with them:
1. I'm not voting b/c nobody's vote counts anyway. (This may be a valid viewpoint at times, but come on this is America and we can't fix what is wrong with Democracy if we don't make our voices heard.)
2. I vote Republican (Democrat) because I am Republican (Democrat). (This is irresponsible and your voting rights should be revoked.)
Also, please don't insult any other viewpoints expressed here. We are all entitled to our opinions and every opinion is a valid one. I learn from people who think differently from me, which is why I'm asking. :)
*Note: this blog was originally posted elsewhere, as where the aforementioned comments. So, comments for it here have been disabled since it is no longer relevant.
