So I have been spending many days in NYC as a part of my work. Today, the news is that Weiner and Abedin are calling it quits after yet another round of sexting by....any guesses? There are so many bad and inappropriate jokes here I don't know if I should spend my time working on my humor, or ignore it in hopes that it will just go away. Either way, all I know for sure is that everyone I speak to wants all new candidates on both sides. No one seems to be supporting either party. There is the least number of advertising and yard signs I have ever seen. At this point, I suspect that this may be the lowest turnout of any presidential election in history.
I don't know which candidate is actually a better choice. Let me restate that. I could never vote for Hillary, however, I don't know that I can vote for Trump. If you read my last post, you know that I too have no interest in either candidate. I just wish we could go back to voting for people who have morals, who have principles, who care about protecting constitutional rights over entitlements. My freedom is more important than my security. When it comes to security, I will handle it. I know how to protect my family. I know how to take care of myself. I don't need big brother to look out for me. Military, yes. Protect the country. Have police, but don't infringe my rights in the name of security for the masses.
Lets move on to the 49ers. Colin something is creating a stir over not standing during the national anthem. I figured he was too injured to get up. Its not like he gets up very quick after getting knocked down in the backfield. I can appreciate his stance. He is in favor of locking up Hillary for her scandals and for her email issues. I also heard that he wanted to bring attention to the police issues in black communities. For those of you who think I am a racist for not claiming "African American," instead of "black," just remember, that we are specifically talking about skin color, not Ancestry. I have white skin, but no one ever refers to me as a European American. Furthermore, Not all blacks are from Africa. Maybe their ancestors are, but that is presumptuous to claim African American without knowing their heritage. Also, what about the blacks who are not Americans. Believe it or not, there are black people who are actually African, or European or Asian. If political correctness prevails, God Forbid, then I expect that I will forever be considered a European American and better not hear about being a redneck, or white guy any more.
Enough for now. The news is depressing. At this point, the hurricanes threatening the US are less damaging than the two party candidates, and at least on the Democrat side, the storms are less likely to be deadly than the Clinton machine. Hey, that is catchy. The Clintons, we've killed more people than natural disasters.
I know bad me. Pray for your enemies. I try. Harder than it should be, and I am not perfect. Either way, I pray that God Bless this country, this president, and the next one, regardless of their politics. Who knows, maybe this is God's way of giving us what we asked for. Can't expect God to intervene when we are collectively abandoning Him.
God Bless,
Geoff
Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Thursday, July 28, 2016
Reset Button
Is anyone else distraught that every time Hillary or Obama or frankly anyone in the DNC speaks it makes Trump look better. I don't like Trump. I don't want Trump. I am just as scared about the prospect of President Trump as President Clinton part deux. On the day they announce that President Reagan's attempted assassin is to be released in a few days, Obama makes me stay up late just to hear him dribble about the merits of Hillary. There are no merits. Not that Trump has any either, but what is going on?
Hillary famously referred to the "reset button" with the Russians, but when do we get to reset the entire field in DC? It appears that the "fundamental transformation of America" is complete, but I want a fundamental restoration of values and principles. I don't need to know how the government can take my hard earned money and use it to help others. I am active in my community. I use my own initiative to help those in need.
I have employed as many as 25 people at one time. I would pay my staff more if I could but the cost to employ often out weighs the benefit to the company and I value my staff too much to lower wages to compensate. I think most employers would raise wages if we could eliminate the expenses associated with it. I could raise the salary of my staff by 20% and simultaneously increase my own income by 10% if I didn't have to pay for the privilege (taxes) of being an employer. Most of my staff would gain an additional 15% if we simply eliminated income taxes. Imagine having 15% more in your pocket all year long.
Back to restoration. Life, Liberty and pursuit of happiness.....that is unless you live in a city, or own property, or use fuel, or have a firearm, or want to build a home, or want to help people. Yes, help people. I know several nonprofit organizations who spend much of their resources simply trying to maintain environmental permits and satisfy governmental agencies. Unacceptable. EPA=Enough Protection Already!
Why can't we all get along? Because the politicians succeed when we are attacking each other. If we are looking for someone to "fix" the problem, then both parties benefit, and the people lose. We don't have a government of the people, for the people and by the people. We have a ruling political class that is occasionally set back by the people's "intruder." It doesn't take much to change those who mean well once they reach DC. We need the people's reset button. It is beyond time to clean slate. But who will join me? With less than 50% of eligible voters showing up in an election, the non-voters could change the whole system by simply casting a vote.
If you have any ideas how to get registered voters who stay home to unite behind a real leader, let me know. Till then, I will wallow in self pity about the lack of leadership both parties have put as the best the USA has to offer.
Geoff
Hillary famously referred to the "reset button" with the Russians, but when do we get to reset the entire field in DC? It appears that the "fundamental transformation of America" is complete, but I want a fundamental restoration of values and principles. I don't need to know how the government can take my hard earned money and use it to help others. I am active in my community. I use my own initiative to help those in need.
I have employed as many as 25 people at one time. I would pay my staff more if I could but the cost to employ often out weighs the benefit to the company and I value my staff too much to lower wages to compensate. I think most employers would raise wages if we could eliminate the expenses associated with it. I could raise the salary of my staff by 20% and simultaneously increase my own income by 10% if I didn't have to pay for the privilege (taxes) of being an employer. Most of my staff would gain an additional 15% if we simply eliminated income taxes. Imagine having 15% more in your pocket all year long.
Back to restoration. Life, Liberty and pursuit of happiness.....that is unless you live in a city, or own property, or use fuel, or have a firearm, or want to build a home, or want to help people. Yes, help people. I know several nonprofit organizations who spend much of their resources simply trying to maintain environmental permits and satisfy governmental agencies. Unacceptable. EPA=Enough Protection Already!
Why can't we all get along? Because the politicians succeed when we are attacking each other. If we are looking for someone to "fix" the problem, then both parties benefit, and the people lose. We don't have a government of the people, for the people and by the people. We have a ruling political class that is occasionally set back by the people's "intruder." It doesn't take much to change those who mean well once they reach DC. We need the people's reset button. It is beyond time to clean slate. But who will join me? With less than 50% of eligible voters showing up in an election, the non-voters could change the whole system by simply casting a vote.
If you have any ideas how to get registered voters who stay home to unite behind a real leader, let me know. Till then, I will wallow in self pity about the lack of leadership both parties have put as the best the USA has to offer.
Geoff
Welcome
Hello and welcome to Politicked. This is a blog I have long considered to start. With the spectacle that the 2016 Presidential election is, I think it is finally time to let loose. I don't know if Google will permit me to speak freely or not. I am often not politically correct.
Let me introduce myself by concept rather than name. I consider myself as a God Fearing Constitutional Libertarian, but refuse to be grouped into any particular ethos. My background involves Nature, Law Enforcement, USMC, Construction, Business, Non-profits, Farming, Education, Christianity, Firearms, Law, Celtic Heritage, International Travel, Writing and many other pursuits. I will reveal more about me throughout our journey together, and yes, I will use my real name because I stand by my beliefs. You may feel free to speak your mind here just as I do. I will screen for profanity and insults. Your definition of these terms may differ from mine. If you don't like how I handle it, write your own blog.
I hope our journey together is a long a prosperous one for each of us. You will hear me rant, comment and quote on current affairs and history as I understand it. I am very blessed to live in the USA and although it is not perfect, I still believe there is nowhere better to live, but we all play a role in creating the world we want to live in, so here is my small contribution. Won't you join me even if you disagree with my stance on issues?
God Bless,
Geoff
Let me introduce myself by concept rather than name. I consider myself as a God Fearing Constitutional Libertarian, but refuse to be grouped into any particular ethos. My background involves Nature, Law Enforcement, USMC, Construction, Business, Non-profits, Farming, Education, Christianity, Firearms, Law, Celtic Heritage, International Travel, Writing and many other pursuits. I will reveal more about me throughout our journey together, and yes, I will use my real name because I stand by my beliefs. You may feel free to speak your mind here just as I do. I will screen for profanity and insults. Your definition of these terms may differ from mine. If you don't like how I handle it, write your own blog.
I hope our journey together is a long a prosperous one for each of us. You will hear me rant, comment and quote on current affairs and history as I understand it. I am very blessed to live in the USA and although it is not perfect, I still believe there is nowhere better to live, but we all play a role in creating the world we want to live in, so here is my small contribution. Won't you join me even if you disagree with my stance on issues?
God Bless,
Geoff
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