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A Modest Proposal for an American Political Party

November 5th, 2008 | Comments Off

This is the first in a series of essays where I will explore the necessary foundation of a political party to replace the Republican Party. I do not call for the disillusion of that party. It remains to be seen if it can be salvaged. In the history of the United States, however, a new party with principles and commitment can grow and become a successor to one that has failed. The Constitution of the United States is one of the most remarkable documents ever produced by man. It seeks to limit the power of the national government and to curb the powers of government at all levels. It defines the three branches of government with their checks and balances, a system that is demonstrably better than the parliamentary forms preferred … Read entire article »

Filed under: American Politics, Commentary, Government, Original writing

How to Run a Presidential Campaign

June 19th, 2008 | Comments Off

Let’s face it. Campaigning for President has become a narrow road laced with minefields. We’ve made the process all about avoiding any word, deed or notion that could possibly offend anyone. Why? A hundred years or so ago, the campaigns abounded with silly songs, limricks and absolute lies. We still managed to elect capable Presidents. Who really cares if you have a bastard son someplace? Hey, so what if you matriculated publicly. Are you gonna kill Osama bin Laden? That’s what we really want. Some folks are lazy or criminals or slobs. You used to be able to label people, and the voters understood. Everyone has a lazy SOB in their family or their neighborhood. No one minds you telling him to get off his ass and get a job like everyone else. You can’t … Read entire article »

Filed under: American Politics, Executive Branch, Politics, Satire