When I first met Tom, he was very liberal. I know this is hard to believe – but in our dating years, he was even further to the Left than I was.
Then came the Dark Years - a time when some sort of alien being controlled my husband's mind and body - turning him into a dreaded Conservative. Like most families, we try our best to hide the skeletons in our closet. For years Tyler and I lived in fear that the truth would come out – how would we explain to our friends that Tom actually supported George W. Bush? You have no idea the pain that comes from living in a bipartisan family.
But, not long ago, Tom made a startling announcement. It wasn’t exactly an apology – but it was good enough for me. It seemed he now realizes the error of his ways, going so far as to say that it would take several generations of Americans to recover from the economical, environmental and diplomatic damage that GW has done.
It gets even better! Tom is now giving his full support to Obama. What happened to bring about this sudden change of heart? Is it possible that Tom is having an affair with a Democrat? Not one to look a gift horse in the mouth, I’ve decided not to ask questions, and simply embrace and love the new Tom.
Then came the Dark Years - a time when some sort of alien being controlled my husband's mind and body - turning him into a dreaded Conservative. Like most families, we try our best to hide the skeletons in our closet. For years Tyler and I lived in fear that the truth would come out – how would we explain to our friends that Tom actually supported George W. Bush? You have no idea the pain that comes from living in a bipartisan family.
But, not long ago, Tom made a startling announcement. It wasn’t exactly an apology – but it was good enough for me. It seemed he now realizes the error of his ways, going so far as to say that it would take several generations of Americans to recover from the economical, environmental and diplomatic damage that GW has done.
It gets even better! Tom is now giving his full support to Obama. What happened to bring about this sudden change of heart? Is it possible that Tom is having an affair with a Democrat? Not one to look a gift horse in the mouth, I’ve decided not to ask questions, and simply embrace and love the new Tom.
Free at last.....
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Where you rejoice, I will mourn. I'm sorry I've lost a brother to a world full of lies and deceit, but I know in the end, the Sovereignty of God will bring the real truth. Yes, America will eventually destroy itself, but it won't have anything to do will George W. I fully believe his validation will come when the liberals least expect it... For the battle we all face is not a battle that can be seen and if America doesn't have a president that understands this, lies will eventually implode this great country.
Please do not take this the wrong way, but why do Canadians care about America's President? Since Canada is on this Earth, and is living a Western-Secular culture, one should agree that Canada has her own severe problems to deal with. It would be refreshing to see your blog focus on Canada, since this is where you call home, instead of your birthland. It seems a bit passive-aggressive and the Mika I love is so beautiful, giving and tender. Please do not take this fantasy away from me! :)
Yes, the world needs saving, but it will not come from ANY man (Democrat or Liberal). To think it will is perhaps the biggest lie one could tell themselves.
I'm sorry...I mistyped I meant to say (Democrat or Republican) in the last paragraph...oops!
Hi Mika. It's an interesting contrast - that desire to be a global thinker versus being focused on just one place. I love that your vision and sensibilities are so broad and I believe that's part of what makes one a Canadian - whether born here or not. It truly is important for us as global citizens to be aware of, and care about, what's going on beyond our borders. And given the impact of American activities on the world, it would hardly make sense for us not to pay special attention to what goes on to the south.
Re. Tom's conversion - you know what they say about conservatism - it is generally more dominant when one feels they have something to protect (children, home, investments, etc....). Maybe Tom's now feeling mellow enough to let go of that fear-based approach! :) Or perhaps it's a latent result of a cross-country, soul-searching road trip about a year ago!! ;)
Global awareness is one thing, blaming and ridiculing is another. Perhaps focusing on the true tyrants of the world, such as Castro, Kim Jong, Chavez, etc...would put things more in perspective.
I am a conservative because it is the only political system that, for the most part, supports my values. I am only trying to protect those values.
It's interesting that liberals claim to be so open-minded...unless, of course, one's values are considerbally contradictory to theirs. Let's get real...in the world of politics it's rarely open-mindedness that rules but a firm set of beliefs that make us sway either left or right. My point is, since Canadians do not even share the US's political system, why claim to be either? I do not claim any alliance to the Queen of England...why would I?
Mika's husband Tom says:
Okay, okay....now that the Queen is involved - this opens up a whole new can of worms!
This thread is getting very interesting to say the least!
Keep it up, ladies!
Tom (whatever happened to Ross Perot) Ryan
Mika, you know that our political, religious and general "life' views are pretty much on the same page. I'm sure you're aware I'm churning inside wanting to make a comment and how difficult it is for me not to. All I'm going to say is it's like reading Ann Coulter! And Tom, on behalf of the Queen, welcome back!
Whoo-ee! Mika you're stirring up the pot again!! First let me start with a couple of quotes.
Quote #1
" Of all the enemies to public liberty war is, perhaps, the most to be dreaded because it comprises and develops the germ of every other. War is the parent of armies: from these process debts and taxes...known instruments for bringing the many under the domination of the few. No nation could preserve it's freedom in the midst of continual warfare" James Madison, Political Observations , 1799
Quote #2
"And there is distrust in Washington. I am surprised , frankly, by the amount of distrust that exists in this town. And I'm sorry it's the case, and I'll work hard to try to elevate it." Bush in an interview on National Public Radio, January 29, 2008.
The United Nations was set up to be committed to preserving peace through international cooperation and collective security by the United States and it's allies.
For nearly 2 decades the UN has faced a financial difficulties and it has been forced to cut back on important programs in all areas. Many member states have not paid their full dues and have cut their donations to the UN's voluntary funds. As of Oct 31, 2006 member's arrears to the Regular Budget topped $661 million of which the United States alone owed $526 million ( 80% of the regular budget arrears)
US military spending
2006 $571.6 billion
2007 $626.1 billion
2008 $643.9 billion
As a Canadian and Global citizen I care.
Just one final thought - I believe that Mika's views as part of her own personal blog were challenged (and not the other way around).
Freedom of speech is a wonderful thing enjoyed in both the US and Canada and individuals on the left as well as the right are entitled to their views, values and votes. When these are questioned, dismissed or invalidated (and in a personal fashion) this is an afront that deserves defending. There is nothing 'wrong' with having differing views, but often the right comes across in a self-righteous, angry, 'my way or the highway' way.
And to reiterate, as global citizens, it is our obligation to be aware of, and engaged with, what is taking place beyond our borders. To criticize George W. Bush and his war-mongering ways is not to say that other world leaders are beyond reproach - that really wasn't the point though...
I know I know...enough already! I just couldn't resist!
George W Bush's Resume
Past work experience
Ran for Congress and lost.
Produced a Hollywood slasher B movie.
Bought an oil company, but couldn't find any oil in Texas, company went bankrupt shortly after I sold all my stock.
Bought the Texas Rangers baseball team in a sweetheart deal that took land using tax-payer money. Biggest move: Traded Sammy Sosa to the Chicago White Sox
With father's help (and his name) was elected Governor of Texas.
Accomplishments: Changed pollution laws for power and oil companies and made Texas the most polluted state in the Union. Replaced Los Angeles with Houston as the most smog ridden city in America. Cut taxes and bankrupted the Texas government to the tune of billions in borrowed money. Set record for most executions by any governor in American history.
Became president after losing the popular vote by over 500,000 votes with the help of my fathers appointments to the Supreme Court.
Accomplishments as president -
Either lied or used extremely flawed intelligence against the advice of many of our own military, most of our allies, and most of the church leaders of America to waste much of our wealth and many of our soldiers lives on an unwise and unjust war.
Spent the huge surplus left by the Clinton administration and bankrupted our nation's treasury.
Shattered record for biggest annual deficit in history.
Set economic record for most private bankruptcies filed in any 12 month period.
First president in U.S. history to enter office with a criminal record.
First year in office set the all-time record for most days on vacation by any president in U.S. history (25%).
After taking the entire month of August off for vacation, presided over the worst security failure in U.S. history.
Set the record for most campaign fund-raising trips than any other president in U.S. history.
In just two years in office over 2 million Americans lost their jobs.
Cut unemployment benefits for more out of work Americans than any president in U.S. history.
Set the all-time record for most foreclosures in a 12 month period.
Presided over a 45% increase in the loss of home ownership in America since the year 2000.
Appointed more convicted criminals to administration positions than any president in U.S. history.
Set the record for the least amount of press conferences than any president since the advent of television.
Signed more laws and executive orders amending the Constitution than any president in U.S. history.
Presided over the biggest energy crises in U.S. history and refused to intervene when corruption was revealed.
Presided over the highest gasoline prices in U.S. history and refused to use the national reserves as past presidents have.
Cut healthcare benefits for war veterans.
Set the all-time record for most people worldwide to simultaneously take to the streets to protest against any person in the history of mankind.
Dissolved more international treaties than any president in U.S. history.
The most secretive and unaccountable administration in U.S. history.
The wealthiest cabinet ever in U.S. history. (the poorest multi-millionaire, Condoleeza Rice had a Chevron oil tanker named after her).
Presided over the biggest corporate stock market frauds of any market in any country in the history of the world.
Created the largest government department bureaucracy in the history of the United States.
Set the all-time record for biggest annual budget spending increases, more than any president in U.S. history.
First president in U.S. history to have the United Nations remove the U.S. from the human rights commission.
Withdrew from the World Court of Law.
Removed more checks and balances, and have the least amount of congressional oversight than any presidential administration in U.S. history.
Made the United States the least respected member of the entire United Nations.
Refused to allow independent inspectors access to U.S. prisoners of war and by default no longer abide by the Geneva Conventions.
First president in U.S. history to refuse United Nations election inspectors (during the 2002 U.S. elections).
All-time U.S. (and world) record holder for most corporate campaign donations.
George W. Bush's biggest life-time campaign contributor presided over one of the largest corporate bankruptcy frauds in world history (Kenneth Lay, former CEO of Enron Corporation).
Spent more money on polls and focus groups than any president in U.S. history.
First president in U.S. history to unilaterally attack a sovereign nation against the will of the United Nations and the world community.
First president to run and hide when the U.S. came under attack
Took the biggest world sympathy for the U.S. after 9/11, and in less than a year made the U.S. the most detested country in the world
With a policy of 'disengagement' created the most hostile Israeli-Palestine relations in at least 30 years.
Changed U.S. policy to allow convicted criminals to be awarded government contracts.
Removed more freedoms and civil liberties for Americans than any other president in U.S. history.
In a little over two years created the most divided country in decades, possibly the most divided the U.S. has ever been since the Civil War.
Entered office with the strongest economy in U.S. history and in less than two years turned every single economic category heading straight down.
Records and References
At least one conviction for drunk driving in Maine (Texas driving record has been erased and is not available)
AWOL from National Guard and deserted the military during a time of war.
Refuse to take drug test or even answer any questions about drug use.
All records of my tenure as governor of Texas have been spirited away to my father's library, sealed in secrecy and un-available for public view.
All records of any SEC investigations into my insider trading or bankrupt companies are sealed in secrecy and unavailable for public view.
All minutes of meetings for any public corporation I served on the board are sealed in secrecy and un-available for public view.
Any records or minutes from meetings I (or my VP) attended regarding public energy policy are sealed in secrecy and un-available for public review.
In all sincerity, I think my point has been made. The last rant came straight from a left-wing propoganda website, no less. Why am I not surprised when Hollywood and the media, all of whom are extremely moral and ethical, run the country? When Britney Spears is an American icon...well, it's down-right depressing!
Hopefully, Hillary or Obama can figure out a way to pay off that UN debt just as soon as they pay for all the illegal alliens and Government-subsidized health care. However, I have a feeling they won't have to worry about that since Al Queda might take over North America...but Canada will save us, right? :)
Sincerely,
Passive-agressive Ann
I just have to say one thing. I have never read so many false things in my life. I can't even imagine how people think up such lies about a man. If people want to make up stuff surly they could do better than that. I am amazed at the hate that comes out. So sad. M
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