I'm starting the blog because I need an outlet to discuss all the shortcomings I see in our politics, parties, economic policy, and general approach to solving our nation's many problems. Amid all the screaming, posturing, name calling, and gaming there has got to be a better way of moving ourselves and this country forward in a positive direction. I have an underlying fear that form is trumping function, messaging is besting results, and framing is overcoming accountability, and I want to discuss this. I view this country as rapidly embracing information overload by simply listening only to those that reinforce their own perspective. The polarization is clearer and clearer, and with it many seem more concerned with being right than being well informed.
This is how I fee today, and it's very likely this blog will evolve over time if I find it to be a good means of sharing my ideas and getting input from others. Please keep in mind the idea is for healthy conflict and debate; ideas should be challenged and doing so is welcome here. I will make every effort to be respectful of other's views and I expect others to do the same; however, if you act like a moron you can expect to be treated as such. Lastly, all are welcome here; the name of the blog serves to self-identify my political views, not to filter the readership.
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Enjoy!
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