As I browsed the headlines from the political arena for the day (Feb. 22, 2010), I was happy to see one particular headline regarding Scott Brown voting for the $15 billion Jobs Bill which was Harry Reid's latest edition of cures for our economic crisis. I am not a big fan of the bill itself because I'm not sure yet if its the most effective strategy at this time considering it will generate more debt. In other words, my question is: Are we getting the most for our money or debt? Nevertheless, it was pleasing and pleasantly surprising to finally see these people reaching across party lines to at least attempt to get something done. In addition to Brown, three other republicans voted for the bill as well. They were Kit Bond (MO.), Susan Collins (ME.), Olympia Snow (ME.) and George Voinovich (OH). It was equally as pleasing to see that Democrat Bill Nelson of Florida voted against the bill. All of this is a sign that sticking with "the party" no matter what rather than embracing America's needs may be coming down. That's a good thing!! If you can break old bad habits, then you can begin to train a dog, monkey, horse, or maybe even ladies and gentlemen new tricks. We need new tricks for the good of all Americans in Washington.
However, as happy as I was to see the Senate going across the lines in rare fashion these days, I was equally as disturbed as I surfed the news networks to see Sean Hannity still standing on the same old stage. This guy will never see the need to sometimes identify at least "one" positive thing across party lines. Message to Mr. Hannity: this is not Alabama vs. Auburn, Michigan vs. Ohio State, or USC vs. Notre Dame. These parties' actions in Washington unfortunately dictate the future of all Americans. It is time to stop "flapping our gums" in support of the side we chose while cutting the throat of the opposition party. Even if it means lying or distorting. This is not sports or playground after school games. The actions of these people in Washington will have a lasting affect on our lives and our children's lives.
Let's hope that Scott Brown (R- MA.) will give Mr. Hannity a call and tell him to "take a break"...."go on vacation"..... or do something else for a while. Just give us all a break from the partisan garbage. It's time for serious people to step up. Even if they're in the Media. Oh, but wait.... I forgot, he gets paid to sell garbage!! In that case. we shouldn't listen to him anyway. Maybe he'll go away. You think?
Sincerely,
Thinking About You
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