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Politics As Usual
In today's society, no one political party is above scrutiny, especially when the future of American lives, ideals, and culture are at stake.
With that in mind there have been some interesting items as of late to consider. For instance, isn't it interesting how out of nowhere Osama bin Laden returned on the scene and was reported to be making an address to the U.S. on Sept. 11, 2007? Isn't it more interesting how he's not seen as a threat to the U.S. by President George W. Bush, even after bin Laden admittedly was responsible for one of the greatest tragedies to occur on American soil?
Recently Gen. David Petraeus announced his recommendation on the war in Iraq by beginning to pull troops out of Iraq. You'll get no argument here that for many U.S. families, this is welcomed news. However with this news comes another question: With the withdrawal of these troops, will we see less people paying attention to the 2008 election?
For many this question may seem absurd, but should this question hold any truth to it, people need to wake up and stop having the wool pulled over their eyes. We have to play a more vigilant role in the politics of our country. The 2008 presidential election is already upon us. It was one of the earliest starting campaigns to date, and for all of the exciting or historic implications a first time female or African American president may bring to the table, there are still some critical issues Americans need to consider.
What will America do about its healthcare concerns, education reform, and national security? Where do we as a nation go as we move into 2009? These are all real issues, but in order to address them, Americans must stay engaged in the political process and the issues that will affect all of us over the next four years.
Will troop withdrawal, coupled with people's short attention spans leave America in a subdued state of consciousness in 08'? Will the possible marriage of George W. Bush's daughter in the White house sometime soon give the president's ratings a boost? Will Americans look within themselves and vote their conscience on who will be the best leader of this country, or will we be swayed on the basis of a feel good moment and some well orchestrated timing? Americans are savvier than to let something like that to happen, right?