If you are a regular visitor to my blog you've probably come to the realization that my political philosophy lies somewhere to the right of center. I am a fiscal conservative and social centrist who gets easily annoyed when politicians, pundits, and media commentators assume that they understand my views on any issue. One of the most enduring aspects of American life is the ability of our populace to refuse being assimilated into a one size fits all political compartment. We are not purely liberal or conservative thinkers. Most of us are independent and unaffiliated with any political party. Washington D.C., and the media in general, thrive on highlighting political bickering while the rest of us merely shake our heads in disbelief. Politicians have been a bane for our citizenry since our nation's founding so, the current political doldrums vacillating out of Washington D.C. shouldn't surprise anyone.
Politicians have been, and always will be self serving. Their reelection requires that all of them display this trait. Term limits would correct this problem however; what other aspect of governmental inefficiency might term limits create? Unlike many, I do not see our current political climate in a dire light. The anger of the populace on either side of the political spectrum is exciting. Incumbents in both parties are running scared and this is healthy for our republic. I cannot wait for the election this November!
I believe that most of us want to simply be left alone. I also feel that there is philosophical value for all of us when we ponder just what "rugged individualism" means to our nation. Americans have always believed in helping their neighbor but; this assistance has always been provided with the expectation that said neighbor would take charge of their situation. Washington D.C. cannot know what we need or want. It is our responsibility to keep them informed and if they don't listen, send them their pink slips via the ballot. I believe that the election of 2010 will send shock waves throughout the nation. The electorate is tired of the never ending bickering and the extreme viewpoints of the right and left. Most of us are centrists who want the simple things in life. We want a good paying job with some level of security, a healthy and happy family, close friends, national security, and to limit as much as possible, the dollar amount that we must give in the form of taxes to state and federal governments. The American family must live within their means and maintain a fiscal budget and the vast majority of us expect our government to do likewise. I fully expect the election of November 2010 to be a referendum outlining a new direction of fiscal responsibility for our nation. It is long overdue for Washington D.C. to balance it's checkbook.
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