Jason Monastra

My life and thoughts out on the web

The day is nearing.  November 1st.  Frankly I was never sure if this political chaos that has ruled the media would ever end, but it appears that the apex is finally approaching with an interesting picture developing.  The GOP, known for the ability to come together under one roof, is doing that which the Democrats have always been fingered for.  Specifically unable and unwilling to put their differences aside and stand united.  It appears it will cost them this Presidential election.

Major icons in the GOP have publicy supported Obama throughout this campaign.  The likes of Colin Powell and Christopher Buckley just to name some people you might know.  This has caused additional main stream Republicans to look across and see a possible candidate that they could not only live with, but vote for.  The party’s pick of Sarah Palin, though originally considered possible genius, has worn off littering the campaign with countless issues.  How Americans today view the GOP is strongly different from decades before as the message and tactics in this election has soured most people from the cause.

I have been a Republican since I can remember.  Most people I think learn from their parents and follow what they see.  As a child in a military family, the choice was clear with little exposure to people that even spoke of a Democrat.  Growing up is exactly that, growing up.  I have had the opportunity to review and look over the issues, understand the political parties and their movements, choosing that which falls closely aligned with my morale beliefs (as well as economic, environmental and a large number of other factors).  Today I find myself not knowing - possible independant.

Chinks in the armor are showing up everywhere, with a suitable group of middle conservative party members making up the group.  Right wing, and I mean deep right wingers are pusing their agenda at all costs.  It appears with all of the seperation, there is a class cavern building within the GOP.  This has been a growing divide and has essentially pushed classes within the party to look for alternatives.

Message is a little muddy.  The message of the GOP is all over the place.  I have never seen such jumping around, looking to somehow garner support from all angles in an attempt to beat out Obama.  This movement has made it impossible to understand the McCain doctrine and really know what he will do if elected.  No matter his record, nothing shocks me more than what people will do when given the keys to castle. 

No matter the cause, people are running from post to post, operating in survival mode.  As I can see, the election is over….Obama wins and I can see that now.  What will happen from there, who knows?  I will say that Obama might have some GOP’ers in some critical spots.  Solid professionals have been showing their colors by backing Obama in an attempt to solidy their own political future in a Democrat controlled government.  No surprise the Republican party can’t keep the ship straight - the crew is jumping right in the middle of the storm.  So is politics I guess.