I have a secret: I think I have a little political crush on Rep. Rahm Emanual. He is the genius behind the 2006 Democratic majority and deserves a lot of credit for the party’s resurgence in parts of the country traditionally ignored or considered “red.” He’s brilliant. So, when Rahm was in Orlando for a […]
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Carefully Crafted on October 29
Carefully Crafted on October 21
Hillary and Barack in Orlando
I realize I’m a day behind, but yesterday, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama made a joint appearance in Orlando to kick-start early voting in Florida. My husband and I were on the fence about whether we should go or not. Was it worth fighting traffic and thousands upon thousands of people? You betcha it was! […]
Carefully Crafted on October 20
Undecided in Ohio
There are lots of things I miss about Ohio. And, one of them is campaign season. I loved being involved in Ohio politics. Now that I’ve left Toledo, I’ve come to appreciate it even more, especially the organization of the party leadership and thier ability to get Democrats elected. (For example, Orlando is not nearly […]
Carefully Crafted on October 19
Why Can't a Muslim be President?
In this morning’s ringing endorsement of Barack Obama, Gen. Powell raised some points that might be overlooked — but are worth considering. I hope people will take the time to watch the whole interview. It was riveting television. One question that Powell raised that I think we need to ask ourselves: Why can’t a little […]
Carefully Crafted on October 19
Powell Endorses Obama
Gen. Powell is among the most respected people in this country. He clearly understands the challenges facing the next president and also understands the impact of his own endorsement. I think you’d be hard-pressed to find someone to better articulate why Barack Obama should be the next president of the United States. Obama supporters should […]
Carefully Crafted on October 17
The Obama/Bin Laden Photoshop Project
The Republican Party has officially gone too far. Since Barack Obama began his campaign, the GOP has tried to convince people that he’s un-American. Maybe he’s a Muslim, the whisper campaigns say. Or, maybe he’s a “black power” supporter whose wife refers to Caucasions as “whitey.” Or, you know, maybe he just pals around with terrorists. […]
Carefully Crafted on October 12
Coexist.
Have you ever seen this bumper sticker? It’s one of my favorites. Today, in church, our pastor used this graphic image as the basis for the Children’s Sermon — which sparked two thoughts. First, how nice to go to a church that preaches (literally) tolerance and acceptance. The pastor used this to explain to the […]
Carefully Crafted on October 10
A Message from the Prairie
I’m not a fan or Prairie Home Companion (maybe the only show on NPR that I don’t love); however host Garrison Keillor’s piece in today’s Chicago Tribune is worth noting. It’s full of nuggets to ponder. A couple samples: Stunning acts of heroism stand out, such as the fidelity of military lawyers assigned to defend detainees […]
Carefully Crafted on October 10
Cindy McCain: Only the Untrained Have PTSD
Cindy McCain, in an interview published by Marie Claire: MC: You met your husband after his POW days. To what extent is that still with you — or is it a part of history? CM: My husband will be the first one to tell you that that’s in the past. Certainly it’s a part of […]
Carefully Crafted on October 08
McCain Supporters Just Don't Get It
As I said earlier, John McCain supporters make me sad. I think it’s disappointing that people think it’s a good idea to vote for a candidate who: Doesn’t admonish supporters who shout “Kill him” in reference to Barack Obama. Refuses to call on his supporters to stop the whisper campaigns perpetuating the lie that Obama […]