Join AARP
Join for Just $16 A Year
- Discounts on travel and everyday savings
- Subscription to AARP The Magazine
- Free membership for your spouse or partner
Message Boards Directory
Welcome to the AARP Discussion Board. Here you can talk with peers about current events ranging from Social Security to caring for your parents to the latest on health care reform. It is also the perfect place to exchange healthy eating recipes and job hunting tips.
These forums are for you to engage and have fun meeting new people. Just remember the community code: Be nice!
American elections
False
Government & Elections
American elections
<font face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif" size="1">With elections coming up, there’s no shortage of dialogue here. Whether you're a red state Republican or a blue state Democrat, everyone is welcome — just remember to be civil.</font>
I will make it easy for myself (and for your eyes!) and just place a link to Josh Tolley talking about our elections when somehow we allow media to turn it into a game--- the problem is we always lose
0
Cat:d51398b3-89f9-463d-bf1b-4b885f02c9eeForum:af978875-5bc6-4b07-a6fb-b18062132f95
Cat:d51398b3-89f9-463d-bf1b-4b885f02c9eeForum:af978875-5bc6-4b07-a6fb-b18062132f95Discussion:2d60d6ed-0c3b-47af-92e0-1587796f69e1
Forums » Politics & Society » Government & Elections » American elections
|
American elections
posted at May 29, 2012 6:56 PM EDT
|
Posts: 938
First: December 1, 2011 Last: May 7, 2013 |
I will make it easy for myself (and for your eyes!) and just place a link to Josh Tolley talking about our elections when somehow we allow media to turn it into a game--- the problem is we always lose although we may not realize it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PUqeCayUCI |
|
|
Re: American elections
posted at May 30, 2012 6:11 PM EDT
|
|
Posts: 471
First: December 21, 2011 Last: May 20, 2013 |
Thans Astra. Unfortunately it's come down to what will get the most votes, rather than what's best for the American people. We see that especially before elections, when candidates tell us about all the wonderful things they've done for us. Response to American elections: I will make it easy for myself (and for your eyes!) and just place a link to Josh Tolley talking about our elections when somehow we allow media to turn it into a game--- the problem is we always lose although we may not realize it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PUqeCayUCI Posted by Astra2012 |
|
|
Re: American elections
posted at May 30, 2012 7:56 PM EDT
|
|
Posts: 938
First: December 1, 2011 Last: May 7, 2013 |
When you think of it it is kind of sad how much we allowed american election to be such a show. They promise anything, and some of us believe "anyone-but" will be better--but actually what we are getting is more of the same. I'm trying to be more involved in politics but frankly it is not my passion (far from it) - But I like listening to people who think like me - but say it better like Josh Tolley here is he again talking about American elections http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msoilTq7e2M&feature=context-gfa |
|
|
Re: American elections
posted at May 31, 2012 5:50 AM EDT
|
Posts: 12532
First: February 29, 2008 Last: May 17, 2013 |
In Response to Re: American elections: When you think of it it is kind of sad how much we allowed american election to be such a show. They promise anything, and some of us believe "anyone-but" will be better--but actually what we are getting is more of the same. I'm trying to be more involved in politics but frankly it is not my passion (far from it) - But I like listening to people who think like me - but say it better like Josh Tolley here is he again talking about American elections http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msoilTq7e2M&feature=context-gfa Posted by Astra2012 The way our campaigns are conducted in the USA ....candidates have no choice but to seek funding and if you don't have wealthy backers or not wealthy yourself....then forget it. And further the public wants to hear what they stand for when they are campaigning .....and then are often disappointed when they cannot follow through with the "promises" made since there are too many other people involved to say yes to it. I kinda like England's method of allowing only 2 months of campaigning. The money and time spent in this country is insane. |
|
|
Re: American elections
posted at May 31, 2012 5:33 PM EDT
|
|
Posts: 938
First: December 1, 2011 Last: May 7, 2013 |
In Response to Re: American elections: In Response to Re: American elections : The way our campaigns are conducted in the USA ....candidates have no choice but to seek funding and if you don't have wealthy backers or not wealthy yourself....then forget it. And further the public wants to hear what they stand for when they are campaigning .....and then are often disappointed when they cannot follow through with the "promises" made since there are too many other people involved to say yes to it. I kinda like England's method of allowing only 2 months of campaigning. The money and time spent in this country is insane. Posted by JANMB Everybody knows it is insane and not democratic--but many Americans would protest changes: local stations and local businesses get some attention and money every 4 years. Iowa, New Hampshire... the whole country looks at them! sorrry to mention Ron Paul again, but he is trying to run supported only by the people, not corporations. So now he will not keep on paying millions for tv ads and rallies. Everybody knows what he stands for. Everybody knows Obama and Romney too, but they have more money (and it talks). But only because he will not pay millions for tv ads many people think he quit the race (which is NOT true). So we seem to be used to this madness. |
|
|
Re: American elections
posted at May 31, 2012 6:50 PM EDT
|
|
Posts: 938
First: December 1, 2011 Last: May 7, 2013 |
this is older clip (Judge Napolitano is not working in Fox anymore) but it is definitely worth to be placed here for all of us to listen to. Judge is one of the most intelligent people. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xodrdhtANHE |
|
|
Re: American elections
posted at June 1, 2012 12:53 PM EDT
|
|
Posts: 938
First: December 1, 2011 Last: May 7, 2013 |
There is not much diffeence between Romney and Obama and even Bush Jr (in policy!) Also differences between Democrats and Republicans are very superficial. (they are blown out of proportion to keep American people fight over petty issues and not notice that both parties establishment is ruining our country. Please see the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23Ei3xB1Vwk&feature=related |
|
|
Re: American elections
posted at June 4, 2012 2:22 PM EDT
|
|
Posts: 938
First: December 1, 2011 Last: May 7, 2013 |
Louisiana chair got assaulted by police at the state convention. here is the interview with him after he left hospital. Problem is: he is Ron Paul supporter (look at him! Does he look like young drug user?) unlike the GOP establishment people... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MST6gH9UTZg I wonder why people who really belong to 99% still follow orders of 1%? |
|
|
Re: American elections
posted at June 4, 2012 7:17 PM EDT
|
|
Posts: 585
First: May 28, 2012 Last: May 15, 2013 |
IMost of the 99% er's dont know any better and are controlled by the media, which is owned and controlled by the rich!! In 2010 The U.S. Supreme Court approved the Super Pacs, which makes the rich even more powerful. In a 5-4 vote, The Supreme Court now allows our richest Americans to contribute unlimited amounts of MONEY to influence any candidate and all the airwaves !!! Interesting how the votes fell ! The 5 Supreme Court Justices who voted in favor of unlimited contributions to influence our politicians were appointed by REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTS and the 4 Supreme Court Justices who voted against it were appointed by DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTS !!!n Response to Re: American elections: Louisiana chair got assaulted by police at the state convention. here is the interview with him after he left hospital. Problem is: he is Ron Paul supporter (look at him! Does he look like young drug user?) unlike the GOP establishment people... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MST6gH9UTZg I wonder why people who really belong to 99% still follow orders of 1%? Posted by Astra2012 |
|
|
Re: American elections
posted at June 5, 2012 12:17 PM EDT
|
|
Posts: 938
First: December 1, 2011 Last: May 7, 2013 |
I think Supreme Court should be beyond politics-and it is obviously NOT. So maybe there should be other ways to appoint judges--by independents? belonging to any party should disqualify? I know about media's influence listening to my husband - but fortunately he also has me to straighten his news... |
Forums » Politics & Society » Government & Elections » American elections
