>>Most of us talk about THE government as if we are discussing earthquakes
or hurricanes - events and forces beyond our control. WE ARE the
government. How many people reading this post (and c'mon, be honest)
have taken the time to read Harry Browne's (Libertarian), John Hagelin's
(Natural Law) or Ralph Nader's (Green Party) platform? Yes, it's true,
WE are the problem. And when Nov. 5th roles around, we become a nation
of lazy, cynical, disinterested citizens who are ambivalent about the
miracle of democracy. And for the minority who *do* take the time to
cast their ballot -- they invariably vote the same Repu-Demo ticket and
*actually* expect things to change. Even laboratory rodents will
eventually stop hitting a lever that delivers a shock. Haven't we
learned anything from the courageous work of Joan Samuelson and Jim
Cordy re: the Udall Bill, or from Madison and Jefferson? WE are
responsible for our destiny. Wake up America. It's not some nameless,
faceless, Washington bureaucrat that's the problem. As Pogo said "we
have met the enemy, and it is us."
--
Martin K Bayne http://www.mr-longtermcare.com<<
Martin,
I agree 1000% But what is the answer???? I'm sick and tired of voting
for the "lesser of two evils" but also know what happened in 1992. I must admit
I voted for the other candidate and look what happened?? Do the same again and
insure another four years of that smirky, draft dodging, chameleon??
I think not. Unless someone can show me that its not in vain I'll probably vote
for Dole although I think his chances are slim to nothing. At least I won't
spend four more years of wondering what would have happened had I voted for
Bush. (If I thought they had a chance in h***, I'd vote Libertarian. Their
philosophy is nearer to mine.
Albert (Joe) Young Jr.
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