We, the people of America, can play a major role in shaping our own future and the future of this great country in the November election for president, and for that matter, Senate and House races as well. Although there are certain unknowns about the candidates, we still have to make a choice. Experience is important, but not the over riding controlling factorsince, let's face it, there is no school to train future presidents.
So how do we choose? By Campaign ads that attack? But why should we believe ads when there exists an easy, clear, and factual way to check a candidate's record and position on the issue? By character or personal attacks? But do we really want to stoop that low?
Every candidate has weakness and strength. So how do we choose intelligently? One important way is the make up of the candidate. Will he/she govern by ideology or be progressive and look out for the best interest of America and its citizens.?Ideology is a loser because every issue has to be bent and shaped to meet one's ideology, and the problem is never solved. We've seen that with our current President. We need a problem solver in the White House this time around.
Which candidate has the best proposal to fit the needs of the people and the country? Does the proposal meet the current needs and problems? Does it offer reasonable and attainable solutions? Who is the forward looking candidate and which one will pursue the status quo and policies that have failed? Which candidate do you think will best work toward the future you would like to see for your family, your children, and your grandchildren?
Senators McCain and Obama are no strangers to the American people. It is up to us to make the final judgement on who will best lead our country in the coming years. We the people should not take that responsibility lightly. The future for progress or stagnation is our choice to make. Let's choose wisely.
