Posted by
TrueBlueAmerican on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 8:50:23 AM
The Republican and Democrat leaders are being handed a heavy lesson these days from their constituents. It has been awhile since there has been a loud outcry from the public against the government. Sure every once in a while there would be stories of protest but most Americans sat in their living rooms, turned on Dan Rather and watched what was going on in the world. The news of the day was just that, news. As long as the economy was going along at a steady pace, people had jobs and children were going to school to learn the basics of english, math and science, all was well. However, things have changed drastically these days. The news of the day now hits home harder than before and people are beginning to wake up. It's quite a rude awakening, too.
In fairytales, it has always been known that the hero of the story must never wake a sleeping giant. That can be hazardous to one's plans. Apparently, Obama, Reid and Pelosi, have forgotten that important tidbit of information. While using thug tactics to move their agenda, they have not angered some of their own party members. (In my humble opinion, there are way too few in Congress who are becoming angry at the White House.) The cause of their anger is not Obama Administrations plan to change America to a socialist country. It has more to do with the sleeping giant. Their constituents are angry, scared and vocal. Their constituents have begun to call, email, write and in every way conveyed that their congressperson's vote should reflect the needs and concerns of their district. Where once these same congressman had the luxury of making a few appearances here and there to make the voters happy, now these same voters not only want to see their congressman and ask questions. They also are demanding that the people's voice be heard and respected. The carefree days of legislating with liberal agendas which contradicts the voter's desires are over.
This lesson is not only aimed at Democrats, it is for moderate Republicans too. At a point in history, when voters are so fed up with lies, corruption and wasteful spending, the Republican party, which historically has represented the conservative views, should be ready to take over the helm of the Government again. Sadly, they are not. It seems as if the lesson of McCain/Palin campaign have taught the Republican nothing. In key races across the country, the Republican party insists on using the "Moderate" game plan hoping that this will be the time it actually works. President of the RNC, Michael Steele, former football player turned politician, should know better than most in his party. When a team keeps losing game after game, it's time to draft a new game plan. The "Moderate" game plan is not working. It's time to get the clipboard out to draft a new plan.
What has worked in the past, and it is surprising that Newt Gingrinch has forgotten this key element, are solid conservative values. Remember the Contract with America? This tool was effective for many reasons, but the three that comes to mind are cutting taxes, smaller government and recognizing the "natural" partnership between congress and voters. By listening to their constituents, and fulfilling their promise to work for American interests instead of against them Republicans won the debates of the day and the votes. Unfortunately, like some teams, with a huge victory came satisfaction that they finally won a mid-term election. Any coach will tell you the best thing to do after a win, celebrate however, prepare for the next win. The Republicans dropped the ball since 1994. If the Republicans want to win again, they have to dust off the conservative playbook.
Obama's presidency, could be a blessing in disguise. His radical agenda is exposed daily on talk radio, the internet and on Fox News. The fight over healthcare, energy, taxes and bailouts have caused Americas who normally just go about their daily routine, to stop and take notice. How can they not? Most of them who had a daily routine have now had it disrupted by job losses. Those who still have their daily routine, are wondering will they be next to lose their security? Obama has been nothing about hope and everything about fear. Fear that the government is controlling every aspect of our lives, fear that new programs will tax the middle class out of existence, and fear that America will not be able to recover from policies that are dismantling the foundation of this great country, freedom and capitalism. Fear can also be a great motivator.
The old phrase, "now is the time for all great men to come to the aid of their country", should reflect the mood of the majority of today's voters. It should read, "now is the time for all great conservative men to come to the aid of their country before it is too late." If both political parties insist on pushing agendas that are moderate and liberal than they have given the voters no other choice than to look outside the two party system. The test as to whether conservatives can win will be shown next Tuesday, November 3. Especially in key races in New York, Virginia and New Jersey. If conservatives prove that they can get the vote out and win, will it get the attention of the Republican and Democrat leaders? That will be the key question to be considering on November 4.
America has a rich history of telling off their leaders and replacing them when they see fit. It began with the American Revolution. It continues on today. All it takes is to wake up the sleeping giant.