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I am dissapointed with the way California voted on our ballot measures.
- We had the chance to repeal the death penalty, but failed to do so.
- We voted on a tax increase. It's supposedly supposed to be for debt, but how can we repay debt if spending also increases?
- We are going to continue to allow Unions to use payroll deduction funds for political campaign contributions. (Since that makes sense..)
- There was some good insurance reform that would provide more discounts on premiums for more drivers, didn't pass. (I guess most people have bad driving records and don't want the increased premiums.)
California, I love you... But I don't understand your voters...
Post by Alberto Balsalm on Nov 7, 2012 3:19:27 GMT -5
Obama re-elected, marijuana legalized for RECREATIONAL USE in Colorado (and Washington), gay marriage in Maryland
Incredible night. Whether you like it or not, a historic night for America. We now have the most liberal marijuana laws in the world. So proud of our country, not just for that but for everything that happened today, and proud of my state (Ohio) for basically being the ones that determined Obama getting re-elected
Pretty pleased with the national results. Local results not so much. I am trying to not gloat a little at the office and on facebook, but part of me just wants to walk around doing this.
Last night I found out Irish people LOVE Obama. Like, I knew there was always the Obama/Ireland connection, but good god almighty I got 3 drinks bought for me at the bar just for saying I voted for Barry.
I'll admit that last night restored some faith in the American people for me. Wins for gay marriage across the board (not where it should be nationally, but at least it's gaining momentum in the right direction). Legalized it (I'm moving to Colorado). Warren and McCaskill both won.
This was by far the election I've cared about the most, so I'm thrilled with the way things turned out.
The only thing I will say that's so disgusting it's depressing is the filthy and vile sh*t being written on Facebook. I had no idea I was Facebook friends with so many racist and scummy people. Key word being 'was.'
One of the few friends I have on FB that voted for the other camp very graciously acknowledged Obama as our President and said he should be treated with respect. You would not believe the shiz she is getting from her friends.
I am dissapointed with the way California voted on our ballot measures.
- We had the chance to repeal the death penalty, but failed to do so.
- We voted on a tax increase. It's supposedly supposed to be for debt, but how can we repay debt if spending also increases?
- We are going to continue to allow Unions to use payroll deduction funds for political campaign contributions. (Since that makes sense..)
- There was some good insurance reform that would provide more discounts on premiums for more drivers, didn't pass. (I guess most people have bad driving records and don't want the increased premiums.)
California, I love you... But I don't understand your voters...
I am perplexed by California's ballot initiative procedure. If I was a resident, had $200, and three day weekends, I could get an initiative on the ballot to rename it "The Smurf State" if I wanted to. It's a more pure democratic process, which is not always a good thing. Your thoughts on this?
Post by Homer J. Fong on Nov 7, 2012 9:21:51 GMT -5
I'm glad Obama won, but the way people on the left are celebrating makes me kind of sad. I honestly wish everyone would realize that extreme attitudes, no matter which side of the aisle, are generally a bad thing.
"Idiots should NOT be allowed to vote! && apparently this country is full of them! The only things obama has done is give more undeserving "lazy ass" people food stamps, not protect our men and women in Libya(when all he had to do is say go!), he is a damn muslim (any person with common sense can see that!), he has put this country in more debt in ONE term, than EVERY PRESIDENT COMBINED!!! He is forcing religions to provide things they DONT believe in! Hes been caught OFF GUARD saying e is gonna sell us out to Russia and i mean thats a few things out of thousands or more!!! If you dont watch news or know a damn thibg other than "oh well he gives me a free phone && food stamps so i never have to work," well you need to move to another damn country"
"The end of the world is coming for sure now my people, now we just have to stick together."
the world is over.
Last Edit: Nov 7, 2012 9:55:31 GMT -5 by rdk - Back to Top
I'm glad Obama won, but the way people on the left are celebrating makes me kind of sad. I honestly wish everyone would realize that extreme attitudes, no matter which side of the aisle, are generally a bad thing.
Our country (and our generation in particular) is a pure heaven or hell state. People are either euphoric or infuriated. The number of rational and level-headed Americans is dwindling by the day and the sensationalist media only speeds along the process.
Things won't change quickly (if they do) because the House will be bucking anything Obama tries to get passed, although it remains to be seen if it's out of principle or spite. Obama learned how to flex his muscles in the Obamacare situation, so hopefully in matters of importance (like extending Bush tax cuts for all but the wealthiest people - something the GOP is already saying they won't compromise on) he can do it again.
I am perplexed by California's ballot initiative procedure. If I was a resident, had $200, and three day weekends, I could get an initiative on the ballot to rename it "The Smurf State" if I wanted to. It's a more pure democratic process, which is not always a good thing. Your thoughts on this?
I love how progressive we are. In addition to your three day weekends and 200 bucks, you would need about 600,000 signatures of registered California voters on a petition. THEN we could all vote on renaming it the smurf state
But seriously though. I am blessed to be in a place where any idea can just be put on paper, and enough people agree, it can be voted in as a law. It's one of the reasons we were the first state to legalize medical marijuana back in 1996.
I feel bad for other states, that still have outdated pointless laws that just make no sense (seriously, why can't you buy alcohol on Sundays, Georgia?).
I know no one probably wants to discuss this, and I might be run out of here for bringing it up, buy I'm already wondering about 2016. I seriously hope Joe Biden realizes he's a VP and has no shot at being elected president. I'd rather see Hilary run instead of him.
I know no one probably wants to discuss this, and I might be run out of here for bringing it up, buy I'm already wondering about 2016. I seriously hope Joe Biden realizes he's a VP and has no shot at being elected president. I'd rather see Hilary run instead of him.
Hopefully Joe doesn't run for President. I love him as the VP, would not love him as POTUS.
I know no one probably wants to discuss this, and I might be run out of here for bringing it up, buy I'm already wondering about 2016. I seriously hope Joe Biden realizes he's a VP and has no shot at being elected president. I'd rather see Hilary run instead of him.
If I could buy stock in things like "Chris Christie loses 100 lbs by next Christmas," I would.
I know no one probably wants to discuss this, and I might be run out of here for bringing it up, buy I'm already wondering about 2016. I seriously hope Joe Biden realizes he's a VP and has no shot at being elected president. I'd rather see Hilary run instead of him.
Hopefully Joe doesn't run for President. I love him as the VP, would not love him as POTUS.
He would be 74 on Inauguration Day if he won. Don't see that happening. Also, he is way too much of a polarizing figure.
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