Monday, October 8, 2012

Elections



The Romney/ Obama presidential elections are getting closer every day.   It’s important for America, and the world.  

 


I have voted in South Africa, UK and even an Irish referendum.  These are some of the things that amaze me every day about the American presidential race:
1.       $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$.  The amount of money spent by both sides.
a.       As of today, October  8th: Obama $615.6m and Romney $530.7m
b.      Super PACs have raised $315,624,814….
2.       And even with all the spending, and the ads, and robocalls…the percent of undecided voters
3.       AND, in the land of free speech and democracy, in 2008 only 56.8% of people bothered to vote.
 



What I love about the race?  Comedians like Jon Stewart and Andy Borowitz 


  A few of my recent faves: 
  • Romney: "President Obama is involved in a conspiracy to lower the unemployment rate. On Day One I'll reverse that."
  • As Americans, voting is our most precious right. (Offer limited to those with valid ID. Check state for details.)

And Jon Stewart has tons of great videos: http://www.thedailyshow.com http://www.thedailyshow.com/full-episodes/thu-october-4-2012-bill-o-reilly?xrs=share_copy