I am Proud
Tonight, as I watched the 2008 Democratic Party Convention come to an end…I am proud. I am proud to be a Democrat. I am proud to be part of the Party that embraces ALL Americans. I am proud to be a part of the political party that stands up for the people. Because THAT is who America is all about.
I'm tired of arguing about abortion and gay marriage and illegal immigration. And I won't anymore. It's time for politicos to stop manipulating people by telling them THOSE are the important issues that are destroying the American way of life. PLEASE PEOPLE. Wake up. You are being used as a political TOOL. Don't let them use you or your vote in that way.
I'm ready to see solutions in the areas of energy, healthcare, education and rebuilding the foreign relationships that the current administration has destroyed.
And of course, food labeling. 
I have small children and they deserve my taking a stand for their future. And I am sure as hell going to do just that.
Republicans had their chance and failed miserably. Total failure. They had the President and control of the House and the Congress for 6 years and they did nothing to make America better. Actually…they WRECKED our country. Stop making excuses. Fix the problems in your party and stop blaming everyone else for the total failure of this administration.
Go Democrats in 2008. At every level. Be it Will Rothschild or Barack Obama. It will no doubt take a Democrat to bring the change we need.
PLEASE make America better than it is today.
Hopefully people saw this week that Democrats are the party to do just that.
Happy Friday,
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SeedingSpartanburg.com
on 29 Aug 2008 at 3:05 am # MrMcfeely
I’m worried. I’m worried because this was a great speech. This was an event where Obama told the world where he stands. But it was an event for Democrats.
I’m worried that the swing voters will have either not sen the speech or have seen it as “liberal.” The immediate response to his acceptance was overwhelmingly positive, but it seems that the republican spin machine has already latched its teeth.
I agreed with nearly everything Obama said tonight, but I find myself getting ready for an upset. I can’t put my finger on it, but I just see something happening that is going to dash my hopes. Let’s hope I’m completely wrong.
on 29 Aug 2008 at 10:11 am # Newman
It was not an historic speech (and I think everyone expecting that (including me) didn’t really think it through, as those don’t come around too often), but I was proud to be an American, as this guy, who, as he is fond of saying, does not “look like” the normal candidate, stood on a podium in front of 85,000 people and accepted the nomination for “Leader of the Free World.”
THAT is what “The Hope of America” is supposed to have always been about, even though it took us a while to get here.
We have to be diligent and relentless in our response to the lies of the RSM (Republican Spin Machine), which are certainly forthcoming, and we have to maintain focus on the issues. If we force them to debate on the issues, they simply cannot win. It’s up to us to keep the focus on the right things. I sure hope we can do it. I think Barry and Joltin’ Joe are more than capable! Obama/Biden ’08!
on 29 Aug 2008 at 11:00 am # Rob W.
I think you’re totally right about gay marriage being a non-issue that wins Republicans way more votes than they deserve.
I disagree when you lump immigration into the “doesn’t affect people’s lives” category- but I think the truth favors the Democrats. Immigration has a huge effect on our economy, an effect that is hugely beneficial IMHO. We’ve got about 12 million illegal immigrants living here, and even if only 75% of them worked, that means 9 million jobs are filled by illegal workers. We’ve only got 7.6 million unemployed people in America right now, and I doubt that too many of them want to do the dirty work these immigrants usually get. That means if Tancredo et al. had their way and all illegal immigrants went home tomorrow, we’d have widespread shortages, higher prices, and a general punch in the face to our economy. Do you like being able to buy food? Then you shouldn’t be opposed to comprehensive immigration reform.
I agree that the way that Republicans get votes on illegal immigrants is to use xenophobia and racism to deceive people. But I think immigration has a huge effect on everyday lives, and it makes me want to vote for the Democrats, not the Republicans.
on 29 Aug 2008 at 12:53 pm # Lisa D.
I thought Barack was great last night. It made me proud and hopeful. I really have the feeling that the Dems will finally pull this one off. It’s about time.
On another note, what about John McCain’s VP selection? Pretty big surprise! After months of the Republicans claiming that Barack isn’t experienced enough – they went out and recruited someone with even less experience…Interesting.
on 29 Aug 2008 at 3:59 pm # Richard
He never really outlined HOW he is going to accomplish these great dreams. I dream all day long I’m going to be a wealthy man. But alas, I wake up each morning, check the online banking statement and realize there is no magical money that has mysteriously appeared in the account.
Wait, he did promise 5 million jobs… but unless I was getting that bowl of cereal at that time (Cristina was asleep so I had to pounce on the chance to eat one bowl before going to bed), I missed HOW he was going to do it.
And I must correct one statement… the Democrat Party embraces ALL… except those with the R by their name. Have you heard the mean things being said about McCain’s VP pick???
Have a great holiday weekend!
on 29 Aug 2008 at 5:31 pm # PEEP
It was a great speech. And an overall great convention.
on 30 Aug 2008 at 11:30 am # Steve Shanafelt
This is getting to be a habit …
I just wanted to let you know that we featured this post as part of our weekly Blog Report at SpartanburgSpark.com. It was also cross-posted to SparkleCityBlogs.com.
The URL to the story is: http://www.spartanburgspark.com/2008/08/blog-report-weighing-in-on-palin-hyping-the-dnc-business-with-jesus-and-oodles-of-animation/
on 31 Aug 2008 at 1:19 am # Jack W. Grayson
You know, we Spartanburg Democrats have to be proud even if the GOP dominates most races in this county and state. We can’t give up hope. One of my nieces who will be voting in her 1st presidential election this year recently asked me why she should bother voting for Obama in November. She said a co-worker told her a Democrat for President would never win South Carolina. I told her that until the days of Reagan, this state had been solidly Democrat. I told her that it’s true, Obama would have a huge struggle to win South Carolina. I told her that even if she votes for Obama in November and McCain wins the state, she would still be doing her part. I told her that the Republicans want the Democrats to stay home during the election feeling defeated. I told her that many people are dissatisfied with President Bush and many will begin to see that a McCain presidency would be much like an extension of Bush’s administration. I told her it was important to always vote your conscience regardless of the outcome.
Peace!!