Bush's victory makes me sad. This seems to prove that all that matters is your ability to put together the better ad campaign.
I have no beef with what I believe the Republican party stands for. I don't agree with the social conservatism, but I am a big supporter of fiscal conservatism. I do think that the party seems to have been taken over by people who are not in their right mind, though. I heard the RNC chairman talk about how the elections dealt a "demoralizing" blow to the Democrats. Is that really the point?
People of differing opinions vie for elected positions. Though they differ in their beliefs, I believe it's important to realize that everyone is on the same side. "Demoralizing blows" should be dealt to enemies (like Al Qaeda) not to other people who wish to help fellow citizens (via a different path). I don't think the ultimate purpose of either party should be to eliminate the other party. It should be to make your community and country better. In fact, competition should be welcomed.
Different opinions let you know how other people think and feel. Opposing ideas help you refine and evaluate your own. On occassion, you may even realize that you are wrong. The point is to serve the public. They should welcome anything that can help them do that better.
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