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I don't think I've ever felt so ashamed to be American.
It's been said by those of us outside America that we hate the American government, we don't hate the American people. That was true. In 2000, Bush did not win the popular vote. He campaigned on a platform of compassionate conservatism and uniting the country. Americans who did vote for Bush can hardly be blamed for not realising what they were voting for."The people have spoken. The people are fucking idiots."
As far as I'm concerned, all that changed yesterday.... The American people looked at the record of Bush and decided it was worthy of re-election. For that, the American electorate has my utter contempt.
- salmacis
So take a few days to rest up. Hope that Move On and the other other groups have the foresight and money to start next week with spot ads that remind everyone what these guys said and every time they fuck up or every time they act as if they got an overwhelming mandate to act in their own interests there is something to keep the congress and White House somewhat accountable. Hope that there are smart and intelligent people in each congressional district that can immediately working to change the balance of congress in '06 to stop what appears to likely be an attempt to radically change the direction of this nation to an even more socially conservative and business friendly country that I'm convinced will have the US economically hostage to China India and Japan within 50 years. When the next terrorist attack occurs make sure to point out that they failed in their promise to keep us safe. (how anyone can say that is beyond me) When all the pending scandals and dirty tricks start emerging make sure that the public understands that these methods are not acceptable. When they try to legislate rules that further consolidate their power and the ability of big money to own the system get pissed. Get some ads on TV. If its not on TV its not real. The 4th estate has been neutered by the corporate ownership of all news outlets. To change the direction is going to take commitment and creativity. unfortunately I don't think much of that exists any more. I hope I'm wrong.
- mss
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