Obviously this doesn't really matter b/c of the electoral college......
But, I kinda think it's odd that the country is literally split b/w these two candidates. Not trying to be political....but Bush/Kerry are worlds apart on issues. A near 50-50 split? Is the US THAT divided as a country? Perhaps we need another Civil War? A 51% majority doesn't really seem to do the system justice if we are that much at odds regarding public policies. You'ld think 2/3 majority vote would clearly identify the best candidate....similair to an over riding veto power. Too bad the Independent party can't get any traction.....
On a side note, I do have a philosophical question.....
Do you vote for who would be the best president for the country....or do you vote for the candidate that puts YOU in a better position.
For example - Welfare.
I'm not on welfare, I make a 6 figure income. But, I feel pretty darn bad for some people and humbled by my situation. I contribute to charity, take my deduction and volunteer at a homeless shelter once a month through church (on a side note, I have 2 homeless guys training for a marathon next year!).
Clearly, liberals put more $ into domestic programs......but I don't need them. Personally, I just need less tax burden (single/no kids).
Should I vote for what I feel is best....or what is best for ME?
Isn't democracy based upon EACH person voting? If so...how do they vote, for THEIR position or what they feel is the best position for someone else?
But, I kinda think it's odd that the country is literally split b/w these two candidates. Not trying to be political....but Bush/Kerry are worlds apart on issues. A near 50-50 split? Is the US THAT divided as a country? Perhaps we need another Civil War? A 51% majority doesn't really seem to do the system justice if we are that much at odds regarding public policies. You'ld think 2/3 majority vote would clearly identify the best candidate....similair to an over riding veto power. Too bad the Independent party can't get any traction.....
On a side note, I do have a philosophical question.....
Do you vote for who would be the best president for the country....or do you vote for the candidate that puts YOU in a better position.
For example - Welfare.
I'm not on welfare, I make a 6 figure income. But, I feel pretty darn bad for some people and humbled by my situation. I contribute to charity, take my deduction and volunteer at a homeless shelter once a month through church (on a side note, I have 2 homeless guys training for a marathon next year!).
Clearly, liberals put more $ into domestic programs......but I don't need them. Personally, I just need less tax burden (single/no kids).
Should I vote for what I feel is best....or what is best for ME?
Isn't democracy based upon EACH person voting? If so...how do they vote, for THEIR position or what they feel is the best position for someone else?