Gabrielle Giffords Vote
Gabrielle Giffords is a good example
This past week when Congress passed raising the debt limit, it was a triumphant time for the American people. The surprise appearance by Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords was a moment that both Congress and the American people needed. In her brief appearance before Congress to cast her vote in favor of raising the debt limit, she gave both houses of Congress, Democrats and Republicans alike a lesson in civility. Her strength and resolve to make the trip to Washington to cast her vote spoke volumes to all Americans. Congresswoman Giffords is a charming and humble public servant. The rest of Congress could learn a lesson from Gabrielle Giffords. Amid much rancor and acrimony, Gabrielle Giffords’ presence seemed to help calm the divide between those factions feuding over the debt limit increase.
Categories: Politics Tags: american economy, debt ceiling, gabrielle giffords, GOP, john boehner, lunatic fringe, Obama, rancor, republican party, right wing extremism, right-wing, tea party
Republican Party and Indiana’s Political Legacy
Before we get all whipped up in frenzy about Gov. Mitch Daniels and his potential bid for 2012, let’s explore Indiana’s political legacy, one I’m sure they would like to forget. Most people outside of Indiana are probably unaware of Indiana’s colorful political past. When one thinks of the Ku Klux Klan, you think of the deep south. The Ku Klux Klan has been America’s most dangerous and long standing domestic terrorist group.
Categories: Politics Tags: 2012 Election, ku klux klan, michele bachman, mitch daniels, republican party