Political Parties?

[purpleparrot]

Also fiscally conservative and socially liberal. I'm aware most of my views categorize me as a Libertarian but I have always said I don't believe in political parties and I still like to stand by that.

[LAblondeGPhi]

Uber liberal checking in: both socially and fiscally. I think government should have a robust safety net and quality-of-life programming, but do it in a fiscally responsible way.

And yes, I believe that in many cases, spending the money up front in preventative programs will avoid spending 10x the money to fix it later, in addition to it being the right thing to do.

[Morag]

When I was first voting in University, I leaned to the Red Tories (fiscally conservative, liberal policies). Gradually, as time passed, I became more Liberal, however, I do look at the Green Party. Part of the reason for this shift may be the impact of Dorothy Stowe upon my family. She was a founder of what became Greenpeace and knew my mother. She would ask my mother questions and Mom would bring her thoughts to Dorothy's questions home. I pondered them, too.

Of course, when I go to Cuba for a holiday, I will proudly wear my Che t-shirt! :-)

[Kappamd]

I didn't know there was a straight ticket option.

I'm thinking there really isn't in Ohio.

[KSUViolet06]

^^^I don't think there is. Unless I missed something. lol.

[knight_shadow]

I know there's one in TX. I've never used it, though.

[ibis]

Is there any real diff between parties?

I am a reg. Rebublican ( I try to vote for the best person), but
some of the platforms things are against my grain!
The Rebublica platform is a bit out of wack.

Why should the Govt. get into what a woman does with her body when it comes to having a baby? That is an individual situation for her only.

I feel that we are getting to many of our rights stepped on while the congress seems to make money off of our backs.

Congress is holding this country back, not one man in the White House.

We need a new PARTY to make a few of these long time wolves worried.

Congress does not want term limits, a cut in perks, PACs, and entitlements.

Why cut what the baby boomers who kept this country going be cut out/back of S S and Medicare, we paid for it. The Govt. barrowedfrom it(!), the money from us is in that arena. The Post Office is hurting, when times are good, there are raises given to Mgt. When a deficite, stamps are raised.

What else is wrong and what else is going to be cut back from those who need? One example is VETs!!! The VET has been screwed ever since WW II. Korean and V N war was umpopular as all have been since and they are lost. When does a change come when a fallen soldier is buried and the Flag is presented and now says for the grateful respects from the Sec. of Defense and not The President?

Sorry for the rant. The Politcals are scarying me.

[AlphaFrog]

Originally Posted by ibis

Is there any real diff between parties?

I am a reg. Rebublican ( I try to vote for the best person), but
some of the platforms things are against my grain!
The Rebublica platform is a bit out of wack.

Why should the Govt. get into what a woman does with her body when it comes to having a baby? That is an individual situation for her only.

I feel that we are getting to many of our rights stepped on while the congress seems to make money off of our backs.

Congress is holding this country back, not one man in the White House.

We need a new PARTY to make a few of these long time wolves worried.

Congress does not want term limits, a cut in perks, PACs, and entitlements.

Why cut what the baby boomers who kept this country going be cut out/back of S S and Medicare, we paid for it. The Govt. barrowedfrom it(!), the money from us is in that arena. The Post Office is hurting, when times are good, there are raises given to Mgt. When a deficite, stamps are raised.

What else is wrong and what else is going to be cut back from those who need? One example is VETs!!! The VET has been screwed ever since WW II. Korean and V N war was umpopular as all have been since and they are lost. When does a change come when a fallen soldier is buried and the Flag is presented and now says for the grateful respects from the Sec. of Defense and not The President?

Sorry for the rant. The Politcals are scarying me.

Your basic lack of proficiency with the English language makes it hard to take you seriously.

[Munchkin03]

Originally Posted by AlphaFrog

Your basic lack of proficiency with the English language makes it hard to take you seriously.

Isn't that Mr. Earp?

[pshsx1]

It's really hard to just say "I'm a _____" and not jump down other people's throats. lol

Anyway, I'm super liberal, socially and fiscally.

[adpimiz]

I consider myself a Republican, but I am socially liberal on a few issues. I'm pro-choice, and I believe that marijuana should be legalized.

Fiscally, I'm extremely conservative.

I am 100% for requiring an ID to vote and for drug testing for those on welfare. I also believe in cutting government programs to save money, instead of raising taxes.

[tea&krumpets]

I'll be voting for the first time come November 6, very exciting!

I'm registered as an independent but I lean right. More liberal on social issues (except abortion) and foreign policy, conservative economically.

[DGTess]

Originally Posted by tea&krumpets

I'll be voting for the first time come November 6, very exciting!

I'm registered as an independent but I lean right. More liberal on social issues (except abortion) and foreign policy, conservative economically.

Perfect candidate to view the Libertarian Party platform and possibly vote it; sounds like you have a lot in common.

[BabyPiNK_FL]

Hardcore Democrat. But I did almost vote for Charlie Crist...almost.

[Psi U MC Vito]

I'm a Third Way social democrat.