The Telegraph, a London newspaer has revealed some interesting findings from a year long study they recently completed called "Crossing America: a political odyssey. "
The daily London newspaper crisscrossed America and interviewed people all over the heartland of America and beyond to get a take on what Americans really think about their choices for America's next President ,and Americans views on politics and politicians in general.
The odyssey began inPortland, Maine and went to San Diego, Calif., with the return leg starting in the suburbs of Seatlle and ending in Florida's beaches.
What was very apparent was that Americans by and large, especially in the heartland despise Hillary Clinton, who the magazind described as " hated" and the findings revealed that she was liked by those " few and far between." However many said they would vote for her because she would be the Dmocratic candidate and was " battle tested " against the Republicans. And some women it was noted, said they would vote for her because she is a woman.
Check out the link below for a comprehensive read.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/24/wamerica124.xml&page=1
Sunday, November 25, 2007
Dollar Falls To Record Lows
The dollar has fallen to record lows against the Euro in trading Friday. The 13 nation European currency is now worth 1.4966 U. S. dollars. Speculation is that this is being brought about due to the credit crisis in U.S. markets, and that another credit rate cut will occur.
While the expected rate cuts are a plus, this certainly does not bode well for the dollar and the U. S. economy in the long run. James Hughes, an analyst at CMC markets says" once again the message is that with further rate cuts expected from the Fed, the dollar is struggling to find any serious supporters. "
The Euro, the British pound and other currencies have been rising against the dollar since August . The underlying concern is the financial disaster looming in the subprime credit crisis. With oil at $98 per barrel , an unstable economy , an enormously expensive war in Iraq, and a retiring baby boomer genaration set to retire, where does that leave us economically?
While the expected rate cuts are a plus, this certainly does not bode well for the dollar and the U. S. economy in the long run. James Hughes, an analyst at CMC markets says" once again the message is that with further rate cuts expected from the Fed, the dollar is struggling to find any serious supporters. "
The Euro, the British pound and other currencies have been rising against the dollar since August . The underlying concern is the financial disaster looming in the subprime credit crisis. With oil at $98 per barrel , an unstable economy , an enormously expensive war in Iraq, and a retiring baby boomer genaration set to retire, where does that leave us economically?
Sunday, November 4, 2007
Hillary " Broadly Supports" Licensing Illegals
Trying to avoid a "John Kerryesque " moment from the last Democratic presidential debate, Hillary Clinton now says she supports states' efforts to issue driver's licenses to illegal aliens.
Clinton was roundly criticized for her avoidance of a simple question from journalist Tim Russert on whether she supported NY Governor Elliott Spitzer's move to license illegals' in that state. It appeared she may one day say she was against it before she was for it.. or vice versa.
Good to know where Hillary stands...and that she'll probably pay a price in the general election in 2008. Either way she is now on the record. Clinton's argument is that driver's hit by undocumented immigrants and those in the shadows who need to come out would be helped, is touching, if seemingly insincere. Pandering for Hispanic votes and making access to the polls easier for illegal immigrants in 2008 is more likely.
Clinton was roundly criticized for her avoidance of a simple question from journalist Tim Russert on whether she supported NY Governor Elliott Spitzer's move to license illegals' in that state. It appeared she may one day say she was against it before she was for it.. or vice versa.
Good to know where Hillary stands...and that she'll probably pay a price in the general election in 2008. Either way she is now on the record. Clinton's argument is that driver's hit by undocumented immigrants and those in the shadows who need to come out would be helped, is touching, if seemingly insincere. Pandering for Hispanic votes and making access to the polls easier for illegal immigrants in 2008 is more likely.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Spitzer Setting The Stage For Massive Voter Fraud
New York Governor Elliott Spitzer appears to be setting the stage for helping Senator Hillary Clinton in he 2008 election should she run against Republican Rudy Giuliani . Spitzer has oredered state clerks to issue driver's licenses and allow those with driver's licenses to register to vote even if they have no social security cards.
Sheer insanity? Not really. A blatant effort to secure votes for the Democratic party in 2008?
Almost certainly. The New York state legislature, heavily Democratic, beat back an effort today to stop Spitzer and his cronies from this massive fraud.
If it's Giuliani against Clinton in 2008, the state of New York could be decisive. It will almost certainly be close and illegals could be the key to a Democratic victory.
A CNN poll taken on the Lou Dobbs segment said 93% of those responding believe this is to get more Democratic votes. It will also make it easier for illegals to book flights, endangering American security, and for illegals to have access to social programs.
Will Hillary Clinton come out now and denounce Spitzer's moves? Doubtful. Here's to hoping Spitzer can be impeached or stopped in some way.
Sheer insanity? Not really. A blatant effort to secure votes for the Democratic party in 2008?
Almost certainly. The New York state legislature, heavily Democratic, beat back an effort today to stop Spitzer and his cronies from this massive fraud.
If it's Giuliani against Clinton in 2008, the state of New York could be decisive. It will almost certainly be close and illegals could be the key to a Democratic victory.
A CNN poll taken on the Lou Dobbs segment said 93% of those responding believe this is to get more Democratic votes. It will also make it easier for illegals to book flights, endangering American security, and for illegals to have access to social programs.
Will Hillary Clinton come out now and denounce Spitzer's moves? Doubtful. Here's to hoping Spitzer can be impeached or stopped in some way.
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Jindal Elected Governor in Louisiana
Interesting to see Bobby Jindal lected governor of Louisiana yesterday, with 54% of the vote . Jindal ran as Republican and is the first non-white governor ever elected in the South.
He is only 36 uears old and is the son of Indian immigrant parents and is Oxford educated. This is quite a coup for the GOP , not normally known as the party of minorities in America. Also interesting since many tried to blame the failings of government on George Bush and his Republican administration after hurricane Katrina. This certainly is a sure indication that Democratic governor Kathleen Blanco is getting her share of the blame.
He is only 36 uears old and is the son of Indian immigrant parents and is Oxford educated. This is quite a coup for the GOP , not normally known as the party of minorities in America. Also interesting since many tried to blame the failings of government on George Bush and his Republican administration after hurricane Katrina. This certainly is a sure indication that Democratic governor Kathleen Blanco is getting her share of the blame.
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Sanchez: War a " Nightmare With No End In Sight"
Former top commander of U. S, forces in Iraq, Richard Sanchez, says " there is no doubt that America is living a nightmare with no end in sight. " Sanchez made the statement to a convention of military journalists on Friday.
The sad part is that Sanchez is probably right. We will most likely be in Iraq until there is a government in place there that is strong enough to insure the mineral rights of oil companies that are reaping the benfits of our involvement in Iraq. Sadly also, America needs the oil and energy resources . We cannot supply ourselves as long as environmental concerns outweigh our need to explore ANWR or build refineries. Our economy would quickly shut down without energy resources.
An offshoot of our involvement there is that we are currently engaging terrorists who wish to destroy us and we have also deposed a tyrannical dictator. These are good things.
The problem is that we have also destabilized an entire region. If the terrorists in the region gain control of the oilfields due to a premature departure on our part, they will become stronger immediately. And hence, we will become eminently more vulnerable.
The sad part is that Sanchez is probably right. We will most likely be in Iraq until there is a government in place there that is strong enough to insure the mineral rights of oil companies that are reaping the benfits of our involvement in Iraq. Sadly also, America needs the oil and energy resources . We cannot supply ourselves as long as environmental concerns outweigh our need to explore ANWR or build refineries. Our economy would quickly shut down without energy resources.
An offshoot of our involvement there is that we are currently engaging terrorists who wish to destroy us and we have also deposed a tyrannical dictator. These are good things.
The problem is that we have also destabilized an entire region. If the terrorists in the region gain control of the oilfields due to a premature departure on our part, they will become stronger immediately. And hence, we will become eminently more vulnerable.
Monday, October 8, 2007
Mexican Presdient's Self Serving Comments
Mexican President Felipe Calderon's criticism of the U.S. for building a fence to stem the flow of illegal immigration would be laughable if it wasn't such a serious problem for the United States.
Speaking on ABC's ' Good Morning America" Monday , Calderon assailed the planned fence, saying ' the world is open in so many ways, we need to build bridges and not fences. " Calderon went on to praise the Bush administration's attempt at " comprehensive immigration reform."
Calderon said he thought illegal immigration to the U. S. would decrease possibly " in a decade" after Mexico's economy grew.
How wonderful .. we can look forward to this in " only a decade. " What will be left of America as we know it afer another decade of disastorous policy and our country and our resources being ransacked by foreign invaders. Thanks President Calderon. You have given us all something to look forward to.
Speaking on ABC's ' Good Morning America" Monday , Calderon assailed the planned fence, saying ' the world is open in so many ways, we need to build bridges and not fences. " Calderon went on to praise the Bush administration's attempt at " comprehensive immigration reform."
Calderon said he thought illegal immigration to the U. S. would decrease possibly " in a decade" after Mexico's economy grew.
How wonderful .. we can look forward to this in " only a decade. " What will be left of America as we know it afer another decade of disastorous policy and our country and our resources being ransacked by foreign invaders. Thanks President Calderon. You have given us all something to look forward to.
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