Okay, let me take this time to say that before I started watching this debate, I told myself to try to be as open minded as possible. As the President and Governor Romney debated, I would try to pay close attention to both sides of the argument. I would find which had the same or close to the same beliefs about the government and vote for them.
Unfortunately, I had to miss the opening statements, but as soon as I got back to the room I turned the TV on. The question was about how each candidate felt about social security. Romney made some good points that I agreed with, but then Obama started talking. He mentioned his grandmother, and he came up with a scenario that was totally avoiding the question. I almost felt bad for him. Looks like the first round went to Romney. Next they started talking about education. I followed Obama for a little bit, but then I just did not agree with his statements.
The point that really stuck with me and made the biggest impression is when Romney started talking about his state government, and how they made decisions by working together-Democrat and Republican. Imagine that. Our government these days is too much of a competition. So many people are biased on one side or the other and do not even want to hear other side's arguments. The government needs to take a step back altogether anyway. They are progressively getting too much power. If everyone's voice can be heard then maybe some problems can finally be solved without loosing citizen's freedom in the process.
I also agree that we need to keep our military strong. The world is still just as violent as it used to be in many countries today.In one of the last questions, Obama said his belief of the governments purpose was to keep America safe, but how can you say that if you want to cut down our strength? After watching this debate, I am able to say with confidence that I support Governor Romney. Still, I look forward to hearing the Vice Presidential debate next Thursday. I am not a Joe Biden fan, but it is funny at times to see how he answers questions. I just get the impression that he does not think too well when put on the spot.
Just a few last thoughts. Its crazy to think I am old enough to have a voice in voting. This time four years ago, I remember not even caring much about these debates. What did I know, and how was my opinion to matter? I actually found this debate to be interesting and almost comical at times. I have a close friend that goes to Liberty University. He is very involved in politics, and I knew for sure he was watching. I sent a text to him to hear his thoughts. It was funny. At this point it seemed that there were three sides to choose from. Did i agree with my best friends points, Romney's, or Obama's .
Unfortunately, I didnt get a chance to watch the debate, and I havnt even had time to watch some recaps, so I cant really say much on this topic. But what i do want to say is that im glad you kept an open mind on both sides. so many people nowadays are so biased that they wont even listen to what the other side has to say. They wont hear them out because they just think their way is better. And you're right, there is so much competition in the government between Republicans and Democrats, even though we're supposed to be on the same side. It doesn't make sense.
ReplyDeleteI agree with a lot of the things you wrote about in this blog. Also, it is very different now that I can vote this election because I actually had to pick a side to be on and had to make my own opinions based on my own thinking. Before this year, I would always just ask my parents who they were going to vote for and then I would support that as well.
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