June 20, 2007

Sorry I have not updated the blog for a couple of days. Let's just say that I have been dealing with "ex" tra issues. Okay so how about a run down of today's stories that peak my interest.

1. Michael Bloomberg - Of course Michael Bloomberg left the GOP (hint: He was never a Republican to begin with). Bloomberg was elected as a Republican in New York City for one reason - Rudy. Rudy was one of the most successful mayors in New York City history. Rudy actually reduced taxes, cut crime, and turned The Big Apple into a great city. I may not agree with Rudy on his social issues but I certainly can say with integrity that Rudy was an excellent manager of the city - and perhaps our next president.

Bloomberg is gearing up to influence the 2008 election season like Ross Perot did in 1992. If we remember correctly, Perot took 19% of the vote in 1992, the most a third party candidate has ever taken. Bloomberg can easily self-fiance his campaign because the guy has billions of dollars. People who are fed up with scathing partnership in Washington may look to Bloomberg as a new voice of reason (haha) or somebody who is neither a Democrat or a Republican. I would assume that America will never elect a third party candidate, but the tides are changing in the USA and voters have done some wacky things in the past - remember when they elected Jimmy Carter - yeah, exactly.

But now as Bloomberg exits the Republican party many Democrats may start to sweat a little bit. I believe that Bloomberg, who is left of center but not totally kooky left will take votes away from the Democrats. How many Democrats running for president are in Congress? 5.. and what is Congress' approval rating. 23%. Remember, the people elected the Democrats to end the so-called "disastrous" war and to end the era of corruption. Well, it seems that since the Democrats have taken Congress the Surge that has taken effect has seen many new accomplishments. And oh yeah, how about those pesky earmarks. Remember last week when the Democrats tried to stop the Republicans from exposing earmarks in the the appropriations bill? Whatever happened to sending the message to the people that bringing the pork home just ain't gonna happen no more? Anyway, back to Bloomberg - him running for President should not be taken with a grain of salt. Here is a successful business man and a self-made billionaire. He can surely put up the money for his campaign and does not have to spend too much time begging like other candidates have to do. Who knows what Bloomberg may bring to the mix but it is safe to say, I will never vote for this guy.

- More Bloomberg -

I read that Michael Bloomberg has said that he wishes to give money to the poor people in New York City for doing good deeds and following basic laws. Money given to the poor for following basic rules and for acting like parents ought to act? Bloomberg, are you out of your mind? You want to reward people with a couple hundred bucks for attending their kids PTA meeting? How about you should be there anyway, perhaps without the hefty financial incentive? Goodness... I hope New Yorkers do not buy in this garbage. Does Bloomberg plan on giving away his own money to these folks being rewarded for not be lazy? Certainly Rudy wouldn't pull this type of garbage with New Yorkers. No wonder Bloomberg left the Republican party. Even moderate Republicans would not buy into this social welfare for all program. Bloomberg, who are you kidding? You are a Blue Dog Dem...

Here is a Politico.com story about Bloomberg.