Hilary, Barack, or John?

Where do you stand? ... with HILLARY, BARACK, OR JOHN? Sen. Clinton's win in PA is changing the way the tide is flowing. In my opinion, she is showing strength, answers to the problems of health care and Iraq, and also new leadership skills. I am not saying I am on board with her, YET .... but the possibility is there. Sen. Obama seems to be ANGRY, DEFENSIVE, and TIRED. The calmness he once brought to the table is dwindling. I, personally, think these changes are not a good sign for his electibility. The changes, also, seem to have 'red flags' attached to them. He will be watched intensely from now until the election. Sen. McCain is riding 'on a cloud' of optimissism, one I hope will see him through until the end. Now, do not assume by that statement that I endorse Sen. McCain ... Republican runs in my veins, but my head and heart are still able to make decisions ! McCain is in New Orleans on his: "It's Time for Action Tour" going to the depressed areas and telling the victims how different it would be now, had he been president when Katrina came through. The residents expressed their concerns are with housing, health care, the economy, and the levi's replacement. Today is DNA DAY ... did you know that? I sure did not. So, if you feel happy and alive today - it's your DNA celebrating! Democrats in the US Senate are hoping to increase their seats in 2008 ... they have 12 seats that will be available and the Republicans have 23 seats up for grabs. Everyone needs to esercise their rote to vote in this Presidential Election if you want your ideas, ideals, and political policies enforce. In NC there is much controversy over the ad to run next week linking GOP candidates with Obama. The chairman of the GOP insists the ad will not hurt Sen. McCain and nothing he can say or do will change ... the ad is running. So where do you stand? Democrat, Republican, or "I No Longer Care!" I want comments ... for, against, or indifferent. So make comments.

Winter hits my 'little piece of heaven' ...

The temperature is dropping as I write! It is expected to hit the teens tonight. BRRRRRRRRRR! I wanted it to be more like winter ... I forgot you have to be careful what you ask for. It is the end of January, it should be cold! I am not complaining, just commenting. Everyone here in SC is still talking about the Democratic debate held in Myrtle Beach at the Palace Theatre and broadcast on CNN this past Monday evening. Yes, it was an honor. I understand it set some records. What it did for me was cause embarrassment for the Democratic candidates ... they acted like elementary school children bickering over who's dad was the best or siblings "tattling" on one another. Issues, problem-solving, foreign policy, economy, the war in Iraq - should not the focus be on these? The Republican debate the week before was much more civil and covered topics of concern to voters. Way to go, GOP! The Democratic Primary is this Saturday, January 26, 2008 in SC. If you are a registered voter in SC, remember YOUR vote counts! However, remember if you voted in the Republican Primary - you may NOT vote in the Democratic Primary! The Democratic race is close and you could decide the outcome ... VOTE! Sad news ... death of Heath Ledger. He will be missed by his many fans. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends. It is past my bedtime and I still have papers to write for class ... so, chat with you next time!

Democratic Debate TONIGHT in SC ...

Monday, January 21 - 03:32 PM EST

The debate will be broadcast LIVE on CNN tonight. Once again South Carolina is the focus of voters across our state and the country. Myrtle Beach is thrilled to be hosting the Democratic Party candidates.

Sens. Hillary Clinton of New York and Barack Obama of Illinois and former Sen. John Edwards of North Carolina share the stage at Myrtle Beach's Palace Theatre in a showdown as the nation honors the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with a federal holiday.

The debate, put together by CNN and the Congressional Black Caucus Institute, comes five days before the Democratic primary in South Carolina, where almost half of the Democratic primary voters are African-Americans.

These voters will be crucial to the outcome of Saturday's primary in South Carolina. They now appear to be leaning heavily toward Obama, who if elected would become the country's first black president.

This is quoted from CNN and is part of an article written by CNN's Paul Steinhauser, Rebecca Sinderbrand, Chris Welch and Josh Levs contributed to this report. Please read the entire article and check out the links within it for additional information about the debate, the candidates, and the Democratic Party. Do not forget the sand sculpture of the Democratic candidates' faces on display. Tomorrow we will share reviews of the debate. [tags]Democratic Party, SC debate, sand sculpture, Myrtle Beach, CNN, Congressional Black Caucus Institute[/tags]

VOTE!

Our GOP Primary in South Carolina is tomorrow, Saturday, January 19th.

In previous years, the candidate that wins SC wins the election in November ... talk about pressure!

My personal choice is Mike Huckabee. Please check out his web site, http://www.mikehuckabee.com and see what you think. I had the honor of greeting Mr. Huckabee in Florence on Thursday at our airport for a short press junket stop. I must admit I was undecided. However, he represented all the characteristics of the man I want in the White House and his issues are my issues. My decision is now one of pride to be casting my vote for the next President of the United States in 2008, Mike Huckabee!

If you are a registered voter in the US, please exercise this special privilege and vote in your primary and then in the election in November, 2008! EVERY VOTE DOES COUNT.

Excitement over Republican Debates

If you live in the South and you are a Republican, then last night was a good one for you! The Myrtle Beach Convention Center in Myrtle Beach, SC had the honor of hosting the Republican Party Debates. Approximately 3000 people filled the Center to hear the candidates' views on foreign policy, immigration, the war in Iraq and the promise of change each would make when elected. 

Yes, you are looking at a huge sand sculpture built of the candidates' faces. It took several days to construct and will remain there as long as it is presentable. If you are in the area, do walk by it - It is quite amazing!

 

Will it be business as usual? Or will the promises be kept? Will real change take place under the next Republican Administration? I guess we will know soon enough ... I, for one, sure hope so!

Remember, "Y' all come back, ya' hear!"