OUR NATIONAL SHIFT...

[soonerboy_odanorth]

I must admit to being, at 40, a bit of a political dinosaur. I am an English/PoliSci double major with emphasis on 19th Century English Lit, Constitutional Thought, and (ahem) now defunct Soviet Foreign Policy. I am a Reagan Republican. I do believe the man should be added to Rushmore. He, through charisma, or the folly of opportunity in the face of the injustice of communism and the Cold War, elevated this nation. He singularly stood for freedom, justice, and the American way.

Is that turn of phrase describing Reagan hackneyed, and possibly comic book? Yes.

But the concept of an America that will stand against iron communism or dictatorship or facism...and will pick up by the collar other nation states that have wilted in the face of adversity... and will defend those seeking justice but that have no means of defense...and be refuge to the industrious individuals of the world seeking opportunity... these things MUST endure. (Please refer to the comments from Germany's Foreign Minister, who today said they and all of Europe look to America and need America to stand for what is right in the world,)

We the People are the beacon of justice and retribution against the various versions of terror that exist in this world...whether theocratic or socialist, or other.

The election of Barack Obama to the Presidency of the United Stated does not change this. In January the man will have to take an oath whereby he promises to defend our Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic.

As a Republican, I do not say we should concede to him all points of policy and national direction; but, I DO say we work hard to be diligent citizens working to find compromise when opportunities present themselves to advance this country from its current malaise, and also advance the standing of United States of America on the world stage. And we should in good concience oppose policies contrary to the Republican Party platform. But, again, all while seeking compromise.

Make no mistake: Should our good faith work with Obama fall short of serving the best interests of this country, then in four years he will be replaced.

And that is what makes ours the greatest nation on earth. Though personally disappointed, I cannot help but feel there is only one truly appropriate thing to say:

God Bless America!

[def_lazer_fc]

well said. even from this commie pinko. ;) :D

[Okla-homey]

I must admit to being, at 40, a bit of a political dinosaur. I am an English/PoliSci double major with emphasis on 19th Century English Lit, Constitutional Thought, and (ahem) now defunct Soviet Foreign Policy. I am a Reagan Republican. I do believe the man should be added to Rushmore. He, through charisma, or the folly of opportunity in the face of the injustice of communism and the Cold War, elevated this nation. He singularly stood for freedom, justice, and the American way.

Is that turn of phrase describing Reagan hackneyed, and possibly comic book? Yes.

But the concept of an America that will stand against iron communism or dictatorship or facism...and will pick up by the collar other nation states that have wilted in the face of adversity... and will defend those seeking justice but that have no means of defense...and be refuge to the industrious individuals of the world seeking opportunity... these things MUST endure. (Please refer to the comments from Germany's Foreign Minister, who today said they and all of Europe look to America and need America to stand for what is right in the world,)

We the People are the beacon of justice and retribution against the various versions of terror that exist in this world...whether theocratic or socialist, or other.

The election of Barack Obama to the Presidency of the United Stated does not change this. In January the man will have to take an oath whereby he promises to defend our Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic.

As a Republican, I do not say we should concede to him all points of policy and national direction; but, I DO say we work hard to be diligent citizens working to find compromise when opportunities present themselves to advance this country from its current malaise, and also advance the standing of United States of America on the world stage. And we should in good concience oppose policies contrary to the Republican Party platform. But, again, all while seeking compromise.

Make no mistake: Should our good faith work with Obama fall short of serving the best interests of this country, then in four years he will be replaced.

And that is what makes ours the greatest nation on earth. Though personally disappointed, I cannot help but feel there is only one truly appropriate thing to say:

God Bless America!


I'm Okla-homey and I approve this message.

I am also relieved the Donks failed to achieve 60 Senate seats when the new Congress convenes in January - the magic number needed to prevent Elephants from blocking bills and judicial nominees.

[stoops the eternal pimp]

40? I never would have guessed

[My Opinion Matters]

40? I never would have guessed

[hairGel] That's why I don't read your posts. Because they're garbage!

[SoonerJack]

That is good stuff right there.

[OklahomaTuba]

Really not that much of a shift.

It took 2 wars and the worst financial panic in 80 years to get a left-winger elected by a fairly slim margin (considering what was expected to happen).

30 counties decided this election.

Oh, and homosexual "marriage" was banned in CA and FL.

This was no ideological shift, rather a kneejerk reaction to a very difficult time in our history. The shift will only happen if it is proven that the neo-socialists agenda is successful.

Unfortunatly, raising taxes, protectionism and retreat don't have a good history of success.

[Fraggle145]

I must admit to being, at 40, a bit of a political dinosaur. I am an English/PoliSci double major with emphasis on 19th Century English Lit, Constitutional Thought, and (ahem) now defunct Soviet Foreign Policy. I am a Reagan Republican. I do believe the man should be added to Rushmore. He, through charisma, or the folly of opportunity in the face of the injustice of communism and the Cold War, elevated this nation. He singularly stood for freedom, justice, and the American way.

Is that turn of phrase describing Reagan hackneyed, and possibly comic book? Yes.

But the concept of an America that will stand against iron communism or dictatorship or facism...and will pick up by the collar other nation states that have wilted in the face of adversity... and will defend those seeking justice but that have no means of defense...and be refuge to the industrious individuals of the world seeking opportunity... these things MUST endure. (Please refer to the comments from Germany's Foreign Minister, who today said they and all of Europe look to America and need America to stand for what is right in the world,)

We the People are the beacon of justice and retribution against the various versions of terror that exist in this world...whether theocratic or socialist, or other.

The election of Barack Obama to the Presidency of the United Stated does not change this. In January the man will have to take an oath whereby he promises to defend our Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic.

As a Republican, I do not say we should concede to him all points of policy and national direction; but, I DO say we work hard to be diligent citizens working to find compromise when opportunities present themselves to advance this country from its current malaise, and also advance the standing of United States of America on the world stage. And we should in good concience oppose policies contrary to the Republican Party platform. But, again, all while seeking compromise.

Make no mistake: Should our good faith work with Obama fall short of serving the best interests of this country, then in four years he will be replaced.

And that is what makes ours the greatest nation on earth. Though personally disappointed, I cannot help but feel there is only one truly appropriate thing to say:

God Bless America!

Awesome post.

[1890MilesToNorman]

This will end up to be a huge shift, all those judges Bush appointed and the Dems stymied will be replaced with social engineering specialists to legislate from the bench!

This is only one aspect of the change about to take place. America wanted change and now it will get it.

[Flagstaffsooner]

Oh, and homosexual "marriage" was banned in CA and FL.
Also here in AZ. oSu fans must marry ewes not rams.

[Vaevictis]

I am also relieved the Donks failed to achieve 60 Senate seats when the new Congress convenes in January - the magic number needed to prevent Elephants from blocking bills and judicial nominees.

I was rather pleased about this too. The filibuster is a good thing.



Really not that much of a shift.

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This was no ideological shift, rather a kneejerk reaction to a very difficult time in our history. The shift will only happen if it is proven that the neo-socialists agenda is successful.

Agreed. People still believe in the same values today that they did 12 months ago. This election was a referendum on the behavior of the Republican party over the last few election cycles.

Hopefully, the Republicans in the Senate have the courage and fortitude to actually get up and filibuster when it's appropriate, and we won't do anything too stupid before the next mid-terms roll around and things even out a little.

[Jerk]

I was rather pleased about this too. The filibuster is a good thing.




Agreed. People still believe in the same values today that they did 12 months ago. This election was a referendum on the behavior of the Republican party over the last few election cycles.

Hopefully, the Republicans in the Senate have the courage and fortitude to actually get up and filibuster when it's appropriate, and we won't do anything too stupid before the next mid-terms roll around and things even out a little.

Good post, Vaev.

When they were in control, did the Republicans ever use the "nuclear option" against the Democrats? And, is the filibuster a constitutional right or is it merely a parliamentary procedure which can be changed? Thanks