First, I would like to thank everyone who has extended congratulatory remarks I really appreciate all of your support. This entire trip would mean less to me if I didn’t feel like I was helping contribute to the community. As I’ve said, we all have an obligation as citizens of NEPA to give back whenever we can, because we aren’t willing to be there for each other, who is going to be?
A few of people also had a few questions regarding the inaugural ball that I will be attending. I must begin by saying that I still have no idea at all who is attending the ball, but I am very sure, (or at least I tell myself that I am), that there will be some significant people from across the country attending the event. The event itself, regardless of the celebrities it may or may not attract, will be wonderful however, because it gives me a unique opportunity to experience some Native American culture, as well as meet many unique and intelligent people from across this nation.
Finally I will address the comments I received concerning my thoughts on the Democratic trifecta. The democratic monopoly , I believe, has the potential to either right the wrongs of the past eight years or create new, compounding issues. I am always concerned when any one voice in this country is underrepresented because it is the minority opinion that so often helps streamline reform. If we look into the not so far past, we can remember a time when the Republicans had a very dominant majority in both the House and Senate, and controlled the executive branch as well as the Supreme Court, and I am certain we can all remember the outcome of the all red government. I do admit, that yes, a lot of the problems stemmed not from the Republican monopoly but from several tremendous mistakes made in the Executive Branch. That is not to say however, that the lack of democratic representation during this time did not hasten the problematic situations this country found itself in time and time again. There is potential therefore, for another bad situation. If the Democrats find themselves to afraid to question a potential piece of legislation submitted by the president we could all easily find ourselves, as I’ve said, in another disappointing time. Now, I will retort my own gloom and doom by saying that I believe Obama is a very smart and competent president elect who I think has surrounded himself with very strong people who will not be afraid to argue with him. That is something we lacked for eight years, and it is this sort of not so much hostile but expressive cabinet that will help right the wrongs that have been done, and ensure that all sides to an issue are looked at. As I said, so long as the minority is represented, which I believe it will be, we will see a push forward for both American Policy and the American people.
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Hi dave my names buddy what is the democratic trifecta?
ReplyDeletehi my names james what do you think obamas biggest upside is?
ReplyDeleteHi Dave, my name's Julie, I just wanted to say keep up the good work! I can see that you're the kind of guy who pursues his intrests whole-heartedly, that's a good and rare quality. Even those who don't agree fully with your stance can appreciate the way you don't take one side blindly, but take a step back and keep the big picture in sight. Your optimism about our president has encouraged me for our future. I hope his plans work out as great as he says they will. Good luck and enjoy this trip.
ReplyDeleteHi dave, my name is Adria. do you believe that a democratic president that past eight years would've done things that much differently?
ReplyDeletehi my name is Nate. Keep up the good work!!!
ReplyDeleteHey Dave, this is James. You mentioned that several momentous mistakes were made by the executive branch over the last couple years; however, could you specify exactly how you believe they need to be addressed by the upcoming president?
ReplyDeleteHi Dave, my name is Henzo. Do you think the new president going to change the forign policy. and do you think hes stratiges going to change the way of people thinking about United State.
ReplyDeletegood luck & have a nice trip
Hi Dave, My name’s Osama. I’m an international student at Wilkes-Barre. And I’m really glad to be her at this time. Even though I don’t have the right to vote, I was glad that Obama was elected as The US president. Before this day, I didn’t have any idea about the inaugural ball, or what it’s mean. To be honest I had to do some research to find out. But I didn’t understand what you mean about both; the Democratic trifecta. The democratic monopoly.
ReplyDeletegood luck.
Hey Dave! My name is Ryan. I just wanted to say that I really enjoyed reading your blog. I am not the one to really be involved a lot in commenting on these things, but yours seemed to spark an interest. Its unusual to see writing like this especially from someone of your age. Keep up the good work and I look forward to seeing how your experience goes on the 20th.
ReplyDeleteHey Dave, My names Nick. I'd like to start by saying that you trully have a great gift in knowing the facts and eloquently expressing your views on how things are and how they should be. I know that you wll have a great future ahead of you; which ever way you choose to take your knact for polotics and public speeking. Your trip to the inauguration will deffinately be something memorable.
ReplyDeleteWhat do you feel about the the whole race issue surrounding the president elect? I know many people say that them voting had nothing to do with Obama's race, but do you think that if McCain had the same policies and views that those so called "liberal youths" would find themselves voting for him?
Hey Dave, my name is Claire. I just wanted to say that I agree with everything you stated about Obama's cabinet. Your trip to the inauguration will be great.
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ReplyDeleteMy name is Laura. Just wanted to state that I'm not very up to date on all of the politics that I should be, but I'm making an effort to get involved. I do agree with you that Obama will right the wrongs that have been done in the past by the Republicans. I'm sure it can not get any worse than it has been. I'm sure the inauguration will be an exciting experience for you.
Well already some senior Democrats are criticizing Barack's stimulus plan. Sen. Kerry said of his proposal
ReplyDelete“Having a tax credit for hiring is not going to change that dynamic — creating a direct job will. So I’d rather spend the money on the infrastructure, on direct investment, on energy conversion and other kinds of things, much more directly and much more rapidly and much more certainly create a real job.”
He has already met criticism and probably will meet more. As for the GOP being underrepresented that is a mixed bag. What I mean is that it is the GOP's own fault for loosing badly in 2006 and 2008, and I expect them to do bad in 2010 as well. The party line they are selling the American people is outdated and not many people are buying it. Until they change their platform, they will continue to lose. If you look at the areas in the USA that voted more Republican this election, you will see that they have become a regional party with strength in the Southern Appalachian region. Most other areas either voted more Democratic or where close to how they voted in 2004.
The next 4 years will be difficult, but I believe that Obama's administration is poised to begin solving our problems.
Your use of the phrase "Democratic trifecta" confuses me. A trifecta is a bet in horse racing where you select what horses come in first, second, and third place. Could you tell us how you have created this term and what it means?
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