The 2012 election is the first Tuesday of November and we're into the final campaign stretch. With the Republican National Convention set to start in Tampa today, or when Isaac lets it, and the Democratic National Convention to follow in North Carolina, things are about to get really intense. The big question being asked is, "Are you better off now than you were four years ago?"
The answer to this depends on who you are or who you listen to. Those supporting the Democratic ticket are trying everything to let you know you really are better off than you were when former President George Bush was in office. Conversely, if you listen to anyone hoping to change presidents in November, you're being told just how bad off you are now, almost four years later.
But you really know.
So our question is, ignoring all the chatter on both sides of this issue, do you believe that you are better off now than you were four years ago? Also, is this answer based strictly on economic conditions or does personal happiness come into play as well? And finally, how big an influence does the answer to this question play in how you will vote in November?
"The DC voucher program, passed by republicans in congress was an immediate success. Parents and students finally had the same chance as their more affluent neighbors....Students were excelling and thriving. When Obama came into office he ended this program, to the detriment of students in the area. Parents were furious, knowing it was a republican initiative that was helping their children to a better way of life." This is something that Romney is running on. Just thought you'd like to know where he stands on education. I think you'll agree. I know I do.
Thank you - it can't be said you don't take care of your posters...
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I was riding by and smelled something a little "fishy" here. This whole country would love to know. 1)What exactly did Obama do to suddenly perk up your business? 2) ACAct Excited "what it means to your employees" --Really? You certainly must have over 50 employees to be part of ACA Right? And if you do, you already have them insured Right? Or do you have under 50 employees with no medical insurance and are pleased that the rest of America will pay your medical coverages. Just asking?
You are a very informed person. Keep it up.
I wonder how many foreclosures are from the Heavy Real Estate taxes forced on all homeowners. Paying for public schools that many of us don't even use anymore. Many of us who do not have children. Why are we paying for Public schools all of our lives? Look at the foreclosures!
It's time for you tostop blaming the past. Focus on what Obama does, not what he says. When your pipes bust and water is gushing out, you certainly would not continue with the plumber who BLAMES the person who installed the plumbing. I inherited a big Plumbing Mess! But you would never accept that excuse. Obama also inherited the greatest Military!. No excuses there. Many believe the Military got OsamaBin. Who cares Right. He is inept and has no clue how to fix his problems. He has Zero experience on Financial problems facing this country. Romney is condemned but, gave America a great 2002 Olympic showing. See his Fix of that mess. That alone should qualify him to be given achance to fix this financial mess. Finally, many people created their own Home crisis. Many took out extra loans over the house purchase to buy things on credit. That was big reasons for forclosures. That is exactly what Obama has done. He has given many free things with Borrowed money. He is bankrupting all of our futures.
Why bring up other countries. America does not need any change. We need more "responsibility" We need young graduates who do not expect to have a job handed on a silver platter. No President could promise any Job. That is not the President's job. Education should also be a choice. But that is another Topic.
Do you know the difference in Billion vs Trillion? 2008 this USA owed $10Trillion debt. 2012 this USA owed $16Trillion debt. Obama has Borrowed everything he claims to do for the people. $6T to support his so-called I care Forward program. He has Zero money and zero policies. All $6trillion has been wasted on : 1) Paying $4000 for clunker car program 2) Paying College tuitions 3) Paying for 2 years of extended unemployment 4) Paying $8,000 for everyone that bought a home. 5) Putting millions of single un-wed adults on welfare as they offer their bodies as "Playgrounds" 6) Allowing billions in college loan writeoffs. 7) Borrowing $60b to keep GM/Chrysler afloat for about 6 years. (they will be gone and We all lose the $60bill This guy spends BORROWED money. You and all of us will have to pay the $70,000 each he has borrowed. Obama will bankrupt this country and take 100% of every 1%'er wealth to boot. That means no employers to give a non-teacher job.
Somebody else posted the paraplegic twister, and I stole it. Is there a point made by putting it out here? And what are you guys talking about with "prank"? Or violation? How could it be either. Again, I'm not afraid to put out here who I am, like some others. And then we talk about trolls and hackers? Are you kidding me? Holy crap, get over yourselves. And feel free to grow a pair and put your real name out here. Or don't. But don't feel like I need to read your crap if you're too scared to step up....
It"s 4 years FROM NOW! That is the question. The current Obama policies will: 1) Create $5 per Gal Gasoline. 2) 9% Unemployment. (Go ahead Google "Projected unemployment") 3) GM filing another Bankruptcy. 4) Another USA credit downgrade. (that will cause rise in Interest rates) 5) Credit downgrade will make Home prices decline again--All homes will have lower values in 4 years. 6) Your employer will be paying way more for your Health insurance (Your job is in jeopardy) (employers will need to choose the best employees) 7) Prices of everything you buy will go up. (That's Inflation) 8) Anyone earning more than $75,000 per year will be paying higher taxes because once Obama gets re-elected, HE WILL SAY THAT HE NEEDS MORE PEOPLE TO SUPPORT TAX INCREASES> So People who voted for Obama in 2008 and do not see he is begging to forgive him for not getting us on track , will be falling for all the above traps. He is NOT running on a job well done. He is running as a PARTY CANDIDATE. Obama is campaigning all over again, as if he never had a chance to prove what he has done. Pity those of you who vote "democratic" just because of the party, while risking your future for the last time. America is literally burning in the middle east. That , people is something to ponder. IT's NOT THE---"BRITISH ARE COMING" this time around. Go figure who is coming?!!!! IN 4 YEARS