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Why you probably definitely should not vote for me as President
August 28, 2008 – 10:05 amWARNING: If you’re like really, really into politics, you might not want to read this post. Seriously. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
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Last night I walk downstairs, cup of tea in hand. Jay is sitting on the couch watching TV.
“Whatcha watching?” I ask.
“The Democratic National Convention.”
I look at the screen. Sure enough, some politician-looking guy is standing in front of a bright blue background talking avidly about something. He’s ALL worked up.
“Ewww!” I say, “Why are you watching that? Didn’t you know Bones is on?”
Jay rolls his eyes. “Jen! it’s not every day you get to watch this stuff. This is history in the making.”
I grunt. “Whatever. It seems like a big fat infomercial to me. How many people watch this who aren’t voting democrat? Huh? Huh? It’s like… propaganda.”
(and Bones is high-quality entertainment)
Jay shakes his head in disgust. “It’s NOT propoganda. These are REAL people. This could be our PRESIDENT and VICE PRESIDENT.”
Whatever.
I plop down next to him to watch. CJ joins us. “MOMMY! I don’t want to watch this!” he hollers. But he is overruled by history in the making.
Despite myself I find that I’m sucked in. The excitement on screen is infectious.
Plus they’re promising to do stuff like FIX THE ECONOMY and LOWER GAS PRICES and STOP GLOBAL WARMING. Which all sounds pretty good to me. Although there’s a teeny-tiny voice in the back of my mind that wonders, can you really do ALL THAT in four years?
At least Bones is realistically unrealistic.
As Joe Biden starts shouting “JOHN MCCAIN WAS WRONG! BARACK OBAMA WAS RIGHT!” over and over, CJ looks up at me and says, “Mommy? Who’s Barack Obama?”
“Well,” I scramble trying to come up with an answer, “Barack Obama might be our next president.”
“President?” he wrinkles his nose, “What’s a president?”
“Umm, well… it’s like a KING.” I tell him.
“Ohhhh.” this makes total sense to CJ.
Biden’s speech is drawing to an end and the camera pans behind him to show a row of fans (but really, is there anything else at this event?)
“Hey!” I shout, pointing at the screen, “I recognize that silver-haired guy!”
Jay looks at me in disbelief.
“What?” I ask.
“That’s John Kerry,” he says, his voice thick with disgust.
“Oh.”
What can I say? Politics is not my bag, baby.
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On to more serious topics…
I was saddened to hear that blogger Stephanie Nielsen and her husband, Christian, were in an airplane crash and are both are in critical condition. The family has set up a website for them here. Many bloggers are stepping up to help out, including Katie who is currently hosting a silent auction to benefit the Nielsens with money to help with what are sure to be hideously large medical costs. Be sure to stop by and show some support!
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By Mrs. G. on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
Actually, both you and Jay are both right. History and inspiring infomercial.
And boy am I ready for a new king.
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By Kristen M. on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
This is amusing because of a conversation that I eavesdropped on while the kid and I were out for ice cream the other night. A couple came in with a 3ish year old and a baby and sat right behind us. The guy said “did you watch any of the convention today?” And she said “NO!” in a really incredulous tone. And he said “Did you hear what Bill Clinton said about so-and-so?” And she said “like I care?” And all I could think was that this couple, after obviously a few years together of baby-making, hadn’t taken even one moment to discover what each other’s political views were. Based on the age of their older child, the chances are that they have even been together through a presidential election before.
Maybe talking to your spouse is overrated. :)
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By Kathryn on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
Ugh. Politics. I am so over it. I don’t trust any of them, to be honest.
And to think my hubby talks about going into politics. Good grief!!!!
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By Jesica on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
Oh my goodness, I’m SO with you. Dh is one of those who actually knows what’s going on in politics. I’m one who has a marathon session with the voter’s pamphlet and the internet the night before the ballot is due :). And as a new big fan of Bones (love that the first season is on hulu.com), I’d SO rather watch hours of Bones than politics any day!
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By Amy @ Milk Breath & Margaritas on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
I’d vote for you if you’d make me the Secretary of Something Fun! Like SHOES!
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By HeatherY on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
I watched Hilary the other night and will probably watch Obama speak. I like to hear what they all have to say but my attention span is just too short. I’m just hoping it doesn’t cut into my Big Brother live double eviction. lol! Is that bad?
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By WM on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
So yeah, I’m completely 100% with you. Haven’t been watching the DNC. I figure i can just get the recap all over the internet anyway.
Thats how I get the bulk of my news anyway.
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By Scout's Honor on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
So, I like politics. I even blogged about politics today, but I never watch either party’s conventions.
They are so weird with their pins, hats, sticks, anthem songs and balloons. It’s just a vain spectacle.
Definitely would choose Bones over conventions. Actually my pic was watching Project Runway and Sheer Genius last night on TIVO.
Believe me, I have strong political beliefs–I wouldn’t have survived being a College Republican at U.C.Berkeley with a Political Science major without those strong beliefs, but televised conventions? Bleck.
Give me a newspaper anyday for politics.
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By anna on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
Yeah, they should have paid Kerry to stay away. And Dukakis. And Edwards.
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By McMama on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
I’m totally planning on watching the RNC, too, even though I’m a Dem. I was just saying to my hubby last night that I literally can’t believe there are people who might not have heard Obama speak or who are tuning into election season for the first time right now. You make it all so clear. :D
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By DadStuff on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
It’s really hard to believe anything said on television anymore. But the political commercials seem to be working. My ten year old and six year old can tell me who is running in each local race and wanted to visit both of their booths at the State Fair recently.
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By midwestmommy on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
I am with you on the politics. I have such a hard time usually. However, tonight I did get sucked in and I have to admit it got me pumped up a little with hope.
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By Mrs. F on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
John who?
hahahahahaha. Oh geez, I crack myself up!!!!
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By Ashley on Aug 29, 2008 | Reply
This is a hilarious post and I can totally relate! Politics is really not my thing and I just have the hardest time getting into it. I know I SHOULD care more than I do about who our next President will be, but I just don’t!
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By Jenny Henny on Aug 29, 2008 | Reply
that’s ok. I’m not sure I like Biden because of his hair. And after last night’s convention, I feel like writing to the Obama’s - not because of his moving speech but I really want to know if Michelle Obama has a stylist. If she does, she needs to fire her, if she doesn’t, now is the time to find one. Did anyone see those horrible dresses the last two nights?
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By In the Trenches of Mommyhood on Aug 29, 2008 | Reply
That reminded me of my Eldest (age 6) - when I asked him what Barack was running for, he answered “Gold.”
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By DemMom on Aug 29, 2008 | Reply
Funny - my oldest runs around the house cheering, “Barack Obama!” And she tells people that his opponent is bad because he doesn’t like babies or the environment! Um, can you tell we talk about this stuff a lot around here?
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By Real Style Real People on Aug 30, 2008 | Reply
Yeah but what a smart (and sneaky) move John McCain just made to nominate a women VP- and a gun toting one to boot :) it’s going to get interesting now!!!!
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By Jupiter on Aug 30, 2008 | Reply
It’s ok.I Am into politics but I won’t hold it against you ;) I grew up in the Birthplace of Womens Rights so the idea of being a woman and not being an informed voter is unfathomable. It’s hard for me to remember that not every girl has had it drilled into their head since elementary school.
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By Carrie on Aug 30, 2008 | Reply
Well, hopefully we even each other out because my kids go around cursing Dino Rossi . . . for reals.
And I cried during those speeches. I’m such a sap.
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By Jo Beaufoix on Sep 1, 2008 | Reply
Well I’d vote for you babe. I am equally, erm, enamoured of politics. Though I hope Obama gets in.
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By All Adither on Sep 1, 2008 | Reply
I’m with you on the lack of interest in politics. I would recognize John Kerry if I saw him, but I get so turned off by all the spouting.
That said, I love Barack.
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By Honey Mommy on Sep 2, 2008 | Reply
I sometimes feel like I should show more interest in politics. Then I think… NAH! There are people who are zealous enough to make up for my lack of interest!
I do vote… I just can’t sit and listen to all the rhetoric!
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By Heidi on Sep 2, 2008 | Reply
I completely understand your position in politics. I am not always on the up and up. I try to be, but I guess I don’t try to hard. I agree with your husband it is history in the making, but could they just cut through the bull and talk like normal people?
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By Brillig on Sep 3, 2008 | Reply
Oh, sure, I get all into the political stuff. Still, NOBODY messes with me and my Bones! I don’t care WHAT kind of history is being made! (And I’ll totally vote for you… Let me be a stop on your political tour. You can have the Bananas National Convention right here in bloglandia. I’m sure lots of people will give you their blog space for this. Hey, mommy-bloggers are a mighty force to be reckoned with. I think you could totally win.)
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