THE RACE TO THE WHITE HOUSE
Well, I've made it no secret over the last eight years that I am a huge supporter of John McCain. I wanted him to win the nomination back in 2000 and was highly disappointed that he did not.
I'm not looking to go into a long post of why I support McCain (although I plan on doing so soon). I just wanted to express my contentment that he won the Republican nomination. For the first time in a long time I'm comfortable with the Republican nominee.
I know his age is a factor to consider, but I really think McCain is the man for this job. I'll list why soon.
Conratulations to him for his victory. Already I have much better feelings about the future of this country.
I hope those positive feelings remain.
As for Obama and Clintoover the democratic way... I have to wonder if many democrats were hoping for an Obama sweep... if only to allow the dems to focus on the fight against McCain instead of at each other. Clinton's strong showing in Ohio was huge though... it showed that the dems aren't quite ready to name Obama their top dog... and if memory serves me right... no candidate has ever won the election who didn't also win Ohio.
Let the games begin.
About Me
- Patrick J. Nestor, Jr.
- Pat Nestor was taught from a young age that he should always speak his mind. He was encouraged by his parents to walk and talk often as a toddler, which made it quite confusing for him after he turned four and he was suddenly constantly told to "Shut up and sit down." The little voices in Pat's head continued to scream and shout until the only way he could shut them up and get some peace was to write down the twisted and bizarre thoughts that swirled through his brain like flies on rotted meat. This blog is a result of those twisted thoughts. Pat is also a rabid Mets fan, which has added to his fractured psyche. Wear a Yankee, Phillies or Braves hat in his presence at your own risk. Prolonged exposure to the rambling thoughts of Pat's mind is not recommended. Do not attept to operate large machinery after exposure to Pat's thoughts. Wait at least a half hour before swimming. Please keep your hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times and PLEASE do not encourage Pat or he may never stop any of this. Pat would like to turn to his lovely wife Christine and his children Patrick, Tyler & Alex for their continued support, but after reading his blog they have decided to disown him.
4 comments:
I don't HATE McCain (which is actually the highest praise I've ever given a Republican, so take it for what it is worth), but I don't think he stands a chance against either Hill or Obama.
Sorry, just calling 'em like I sees 'em. Bush messed up so bad in so many ways and McCain will take some of the heat unfortunately by association. His best bet is just just agree with the rest of the world about what an f-up W is. He's come close.
I'd have to say that both Obama and Clinton have some fairly large hurdles to overcome in this election. I honestly do not belive a chunk of the country is smart enough to look past the fact that neither one of them is a white male. It's a sad comment to make, but it's true. A large part of this country will see only a woman and a black man. They will not look at the issues or the solutions both Clinton and Obama have in place to try and make the country better... they will only see what they want to see.
I think that this election will help pave the way forward for "non white male" cadidates in the future... but I don't know if we have enough intelligent voters in the country and the proper sense of enlightenment at this point in time to actually vote for who is BEST to lead the country and not discount a candidate for his/her gender, color, religion or creed.
I also think Hillary's rep is one that will hurt her, like Obama's "lack of experiance" is one that will hurt him (just like McCain's age will hurt him).
In the end, I don't think anyone is a clear cut no-brainer front runner... however, the Dem's will seriously hinder both their candidate's chances if they spend the rest of the time before the convention bashing each other instead of concerntrating on heading off McCain. Also, Nader getting into the mix will hurt the democratic nominee more than it will hurt McCain.
If McCain gets someone that the bible belt can get behind (Huckabee comes to mind) then he's going to have tha advantage... if only a slight one. He is so dramatically different from Bush that the republican backlash will be a little less than in the past where GOP Candidates were VERY simular.
The fact that McCain has been classified as a borderline "liberal" in many camps is actually going to help him temp voters who do not normally even consider a GOP vote but is also not ready to cast a vote for a 'non-white male' candidate.
I think things are going to get very bizarre in the months to come.
You are right about 2 things at the very least - McCain is very moderate for a Republican, and this is going to be a strange trip!
Just looking at the numbers, though, so many more Dems have come out to vote in primaries than Reps. The Reps better plan to get off their butts come November. That's all I have to say!
Look, I survived 8 years of W (although I did apply for a passport, JUST IN CASE) and I have no doubt I'd survive McCain. BUT 100 more years in Iraq? I sure as hell hope not!!!! (Twisting his words a bit here but still.. the nightmares...)
I'm fond of saying that I would have gone to sleep without worrying about the results in 2000 if it had come down to McCain and Bradley instead of Bush and Gore.
But with how McCain has operated since Bush won? I can't say I feel comfortable with him at all. Wants to keep us in Iraq forever, anxious to bomb Iran, and his immigration stance is horrendous.
On the Ohio thing? C'mon...like the Democrats that voted for Clinton won't vote for Obama if he gets the nomination? Obama won big in Wyoming...but that state is definitely going for the Republican regardless.
There's also the idea that Republicans that knew McCain had it sown up went and voted in the Democratic primary for Hillary, because they don't want the Dems getting ready and they know they can beat Hillary.
By the way...this time? Edwards and Paul would have let me sleep sound. So I'll probably be up late, again.
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