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After Word

Recently I was asked what I thought the world was going to be like in the future. I found that my response directly connects with the presidential election and it’s importance. Here is my after word on the topic of society and the role of an individual. 

It’s inevitable that there well always be problems in society, I sometimes wonder if this is how the government keeps us in fear so they have control.  The government seems to have a hidden agenda, hides information, and is simply corrupt. The politicians are a different story and is very disappointing because of the lack of quality in our candidates. I have one question for our government since when has money been more important then the well being of our country?  Unfortunately the government has control and the fate of the country relays on them. Since we live in a democracy we all need to stand up for what’s right and take back our government by being educated, voting responsibly, and exercising our rights. I honestly cannot predict what well happen because there are many variables. But at this moment I see our country crumbling. I think now is the time everybody need to save our country and what it stands for. I pray this well happen. Although I can say there is only room for improvement. I think natural disasters well occur more frequently due to the damage to our ozone.  With the incredible advancements in technology I predict there well be even more privacy issues and eventually a complete lack of privacy. I also think that natural resources such as water and fossil fuels well be drained and a complete conversion to renewable resources well happen. Such as electric cars, recycling water, wind power, water power, and solar power. I believe educational systems well improve unless we lose our democracy. We need to stop pushing through students and teachers to be invested in their students. I am sure new diseases well occur, but with scientific advancements I believe we well find a cure quickly and the average life span well be extended. Due to the common trends I think cost of living is going to continue to increase, but I hope job pay well go up also. In the future I predict employment rates well increase because of the many new advancements. As long as robots don’t take over the labor force. In my opinion technology should help increase productivity and help humans with their jobs, but not take their jobs. The best advancement is for the United States to be completely self sufficient so foreign involvement well be limited. If money is taken out of foreign issues than world peace is more attainable. Our involvement so far in other countries is leaving us all in a constant state of fear and that is not healthy. We need to put a end to the controversy. We have a the United Nations in place but is it really serving its purpose? One of my major hopes for the future is that human relationships well still remain the same because these are the roots to our growth, strength, love, and happiness. We are still are human because of these relationships. This is the one thing that has stayed constant through history. Keep in mind this is my personal reflection on our society’s future and I hope this after word sparks interest and thought, because it always a good thing to reflect on the bigger picture.

As a young adult I am very concerned about the state of being our country is in. Our nation is facing many complex serious issues. Such as the economy, jobs, budget deficit, national debt, education, AIPEC, government, politicians, health care, war, foreign affairs, immigration, global warming, sustainable natural resources, sustainable energy resources, bureaucracy, social security, various social issues, nuclear weapons, national security, united nations, and taxes. There is a long list of problems that are equally important and I fear the outcome of them if there is not a solution. In my research I have noticed all these issues and the politicians running for election. There are a few extremist politicians that are promising economic growth and jobs. This scares me because in desperate times people vote for these politicians and resulting in extremist having control over our country and everything it stands for. This theory has proven true through out history and devastating events have occurred. I have also read the book 1984 recently and this has left me analyzing the connections to our world today. “There are many connections that are disturbing such as: the purpose of war, privacy issues, technology, government control, and doublethink.” (Orwell, 313-326). These problems are displayed in the story and in modern society.  In my opinion the fact that Orwell wrote this book in the 1940’s and practically predicted the future makes this book more convincing. On a possitive note we have not lost our individuality, human connetions, or democracy, but we need to save these things that make life worth living.  This book of a negative utopia has inspired me to write this blog. I believe awareness is one way I can inspire others to make a change. I also encourage recommended reading of the books 1984, and Brave New World. “These books are warnings for our generation and should be given some thought.” (Orwell, 313-326).   I hope this books inspire you and help you analyze modern society as they did for me.  It’s extremely important for everybody to vote and to be educated voters. This means filtering the news for it’s credibility, being informed on the candidates, and being informed on different points of views. Keep in mind the issues and possible outcomes our nation is facing when voting. By being a educated voters we can solve and conquer society’s issues by voting responsibly. We cannot change the world but we can change our country by embracing democracy while we still have it.  Save our country and keep your freedom.  

 

Rick Santorum, 53 years old.

Back ground:

"Former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum of Pennsylvania was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1990 at the age of 32, and from 1995 to 2007, served in the US Senate.  In 2000, he was elected by his peers to the position of Senate Republican Conference Chairman.Senator Santorum became one of the most successful government reformers in our history, taking on Washington's powerful special interests from the moment he arrived in our nation's Capitol. Along with John Boehner and Jim Nussle, Senator Santorum was a member of the famous "Gang of Seven" that exposed the Congressional Banking and Congressional Post Office scandals.  It was this record of reform that prompted a Washington Post reporter to write in a recent article that "Santorum was a tea party kind of guy before there was a tea party." He was also an author and floor manager of the landmark Welfare Reform Act which passed in 1996 that has empowered millions of Americans to leave the welfare rolls and enter the workforce. Senator Santorum wrote and championed legislation that outlawed the heinous procedure known as Partial Birth Abortion as well as the "Born Alive Infants Protection Act," the "Unborn Victims of Violence Act," and the "Combating Autism Act" because he believes each and every individual has value and the most vulnerable in our society need to be protected. Senator Santorum fought to maintain fiscal sanity in Washington before it was in fashion, fighting for a balanced budget and a line item veto.  He bravely proposed reforming entitlements, cutting spending and even developed a "spendometer" that added up the cost of Democrat amendments to spending bills.   This record made him one of the most conservative senators in Pennsylvania's history. He served eight years on the Senate Armed Services Committee where he led the fight before the attacks of September 11th, 2001 to transform our military from a Cold War force to meet today's threats. He was a leader on US-Israeli relations, authoring both the "Syria Accountability Act" and the "Iran Freedom and Support Act" which he successfully fought to pass in spite of initial opposition by President Bush. An accomplished author, Senator Santorum penned the 2005 New York Times Best SellerIt Takes a Family. But of all his accomplishments, Rick is most proud of his role as a husband and father. Rick and his wife of 21 years, Karen, are the parents of seven wonderful children: Elizabeth, John, Daniel, Sarah Maria, Peter, Patrick and Isabella." (Why Rick? | Rick Santorum for President.").

(Santorum: Birth Control Harms Women and Society - YouTube." )

Questions: How is it harmful if it's used for medical purposes?
                   Who are you to control individuals sex life and choices?
                   Wouldn't it be more harmful to individuals and society if there was no birth control?

("Santorum: Pursuit of Happiness Harms America - YouTube." )

This debate Santorum presents disturbs me, what I about whiling watching it was Big Brother from 1984. I believe if he was elected president he would take away our individuality and conform us to do our duty for our government. I say no to this the citizens should not serve their government. The government should serve us and no one has the right to tell individuals what to do it's simply not their job. Their job is provide an environment that's beneficial to the people. If Santorum wants to be president he should rethink his position and what his job in tales. We need someone that well focus on the issues in our country not waste time on the petty social issues which should be left to the citizens morals and individuality.

("Santorum Says One Thing and Does the opposite - YouTube." )

This research leads me to believe he is another corrupt politician that is money and power hungry. I do see potential of him being an extremist that says what everyone wants to hear, but has a hidden agenda. I also think he wants to conform Americans instead of protect there individuality. I believe our country would be deprived of what it stands for if Santorum is our president.

Mitt Romney, 64 years old.



("About Mitt | Mitt Romney for President.")

"Mitt was born in Detroit on March 12, 1947. His mother, Lenore, gave up an acting career when she met and married his father, George. Mitt’s father came from humble origins and never graduated from college. He apprenticed as a lath and plaster carpenter and sold aluminum paint before beginning a career that brought him to the head of American Motors and then the governorship of Michigan. Mitt married his wife, Ann, in 1969. They first met in elementary school when he was a Cub Scout; he remembers tossing pebbles at her when she rode by on a horse. When they met again years later at a friend’s house, he was smitten. Between them, they have five sons and sixteen grandchildren, who are the center of their lives. Like any family, the Romneys have faced hardship: Ann was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1998, and more recently fought a battle with breast cancer. She credits her husband’s unwavering care and devotion to her for helping her through these ordeals. Mitt is not a career politician. He has spent most of his life in the private sector, giving him intimate knowledge of how our economy works. But he has also been an outstanding public servant. In one chapter of his distinguished career, he reversed the decline of a state mired in recession. In another chapter, he salvaged the 2002 Winter Olympic Games from certain disaster. When Mitt was elected Governor of Massachusetts in 2002, the state was in severe disarray, its budget was out of balance, spending was soaring, and taxpayers were being required to pay more and more in taxes for diminishing services. The state economy was in a tailspin, with businesses cutting back on investment or even closing and unemployment ticking up. Mitt made hard decisions that brought state spending under control. He restructured and consolidated government programs, paring back where necessary and finding efficiencies throughout. Facing a state legislature dominated by Democrats, Mitt cast more than 800 vetoes as he brought conservative principles to state government. He cut red tape for small businesses, signed into law job-creating incentives, and fought hard to bring new businesses to the state. He eliminated a $3 billion deficit without borrowing or raising taxes. By 2007, at the end of Mitt’s term, the state had accumulated a $2 billion rainy day fund in its coffers. This stringent fiscal discipline provided an essential backdrop for economic recovery. When Mitt came into office, the state was losing jobs every month. When he left office, the economy was generating new jobs by the thousands. In 1999, the Salt Lake City Winter Olympics was on the verge of collapse. Thanks to his reputation as a superb manager, Mitt was asked to take over. The event had been bogged down in a bid-rigging scandal, sponsors were fleeing, and the budget was bleeding red ink. The attacks of September 11, 2001, just months before the start date, created a security nightmare. Some were contemplating scaling back the competition or even moving it out of the country. Mitt set to work. In a remarkably short period, he revamped the organization’s leadership, trimmed the budget, and restored public confidence. He oversaw an unprecedented security mobilization to assure the safety of the athletes and millions of international visitors, staging one of the most successful games ever held on U.S. soil. Mitt’s impressive skills did not come out of nowhere. He began his career in business. After graduating from Brigham Young University in 1971, he earned dual degrees from Harvard Law and Harvard Business School. After working as a business consultant for several years, Mitt founded the investment firm Bain Capital in 1984. Under his leadership, Bain Capital helped to launch or rebuild hundreds of companies, including household names such as Staples, Domino's Pizza, and The Sports Authority. As Bain Capital was growing in prominence, Mitt returned to his old consulting firm, Bain & Company, as CEO. In a time of financial turmoil at the company, he led a successful turnaround."("About Mitt | Mitt Romney for President.").

("Believe in America - YouTube." )

I agree with his Obama message and his personal message. This video is general, but he is focused on the major points in this election in a positive way.

(RomneyAbortionAmendment - YouTube." )

("Mitt Romney: "Abortion Should Be Legal and Safe in America)

He contradicts himself in these videos. What I find interesting is how he can advocate differently on a topic even though he has a strong personal connection to this issue. It makes me question if he is saying what the people want to hear to get the power he wishes to obtain. I don't trust this candidate to be our president. If he is elected then I think it well be similar to Obama during his campaign and when he won none of what he said came true. He failed at his attempt to help us by destroying our country more.

I recently watched a republican political debate that took place in Iowa at a university. Mitt Romeny and Newt Gingrich were targeted by multiple candidate's about their positions they took in there political history and books they published related to their new current position. Also Newt was confronted about the accusations in Ron Paul's negative commercial about his political affairs and agendas. In this debate the support provided, the opinions of multiple candidate's, and the reactions of Romeny and Gingrich make a convincing argument that should be considered. I encourage others to watch this debate because of the accusations and important topics presented.

Buddy Roemer, 68 years old.

("Buddy Is the Only Candidate with Executive, Legislative, and Private Sector Experience | Buddy Roemer for President.")

Background:



"Governor Roemer served four terms in the United States Congress from 1981 – 1988 as a conservative Democrat who often broke ranks with his party to vote with President Reagan, and was Louisiana Governor from 1988-1992 as both a Democrat and Republican.
During his tenure in the Governor’s office, unemployment in the state dropped by approximately half, the state budget was balanced all years despite inheriting a huge deficit, teacher pay was linked to performance, education accountability standards were enacted, government unions were challenged, and sweeping campaign finance reform legislation was passed.
Since leaving public office, Governor Roemer has been involved in a number of business ventures. Most recently, he served as the founder, CEO, and President of Business First Bank, a small business community bank with approximately $650 million in assets that took no bailout money from the federal government.
Governor Roemer lives in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with his wife Scarlett, and is the father of three children. He received his undergraduate degree from Harvard College and his M.B.A. from Harvard Business School." ("Buddy Is the Only Candidate with Executive, Legislative, and Private Sector Experience | Buddy Roemer for President.").

(""I'm Worried About America" - Gov. Buddy Roemer, Fox News Business - YouTube.")

I respect his credentials because he builds banks and has been on congress and a governor. This may be what our country needs is someone with a excellent financial record in government and outside of it.

(""I'm Fighting Corruptive Power of Big Money")

 I'm confused about is his confidence previously shown and then he shows uncertainty in this video. I do like the fact that he is disgusted with the corruption in government because I share the same opinion. He saw all these issues in government and took incentive to do something about it. His passion is amazing and I think he has real potential of saving our countries debt. I can tell he is focused on what inspires him to help instead of  being involved  in the petty debates and drama of politics's.

Rick Perry, 61 years old.

Back ground:

("Rick Perry: Time to Get America Working Again - YouTube." ).

"On August 13, 2011, Rick Perry announced his candidacy for President of the United States, declaring “It’s time to get America working again… The change we seek will never emanate out of Washington, D.C. It will come from the windswept prairies of Middle America, the farms and factories across this great land, from the hearts and minds of the goodhearted Americans who will accept not a future that is less than our past…patriots who will not be consigned to a fate of less freedom in exchange for more government. We do not have to accept our current circumstances. We will change them. We are Americans.” The 47th governor of Texas, Rick Perry grew up in the small community of Paint Creek, located along the rolling plains of West Texas. Rick Perry is the son of Ray Perry, a World War II tailgunner who flew 35 missions over war-torn Europe, and Amelia Perry, who provided a loving, nurturing home for Rick and his older sister Amelia. Ray and Amelia Perry started out as tenant farmers, providing a modest upbringing for their children. Rick Perry grew up without indoor plumbing the first five years of his life, wore clothes hand-sewn by his mother, and was even bathed in a number 2 washtub as a young boy. Perry was one of 13 students in the Paint Creek Rural School’s Class of 1968.  He played six-man football, worked on his family farm, and devoted himself to the Boy Scouts, earning the rank of Eagle while in his teens. Perry was among the first generation in his family to attend college, enrolling at Texas A&M University in the fall of 1968.  He joined the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Corps of Cadets and was elected twice to serve as an Aggie Yell Leader.  Perry graduated in August 1972 with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science. Upon graduation, Perry took a commission in the United States Air Force, flying C-130 tactical aircraft to destinations around the globe, including South America, Europe and the Middle East. In 1977, Perry was honorably discharged from the Air Force with the rank of Captain, and he returned home to the family farm, where they grew dryland cotton, milo and wheat.  During the next few years, Perry would become one of millions of conservative Reagan Democrats, and marry his high school sweetheart, Anita Thigpen, 16 years after their first date. In 1983, Rick and Anita Perry welcomed a son, Griffin, and their daughter Sydney arrived in 1986.  It was in 1984 that Perry set his sights on public office, running to represent his rural neighbors in the Texas House.  Perry would serve three terms in the House, ultimately switching to the Republican Party toward the end of his final term, before taking the bold step of running statewide for Agriculture Commissioner against a popular Democrat incumbent.  Perry scored an upset in 1990 and easily won re-election in 1994. Four years later, Perry won a close election to become the first Republican Lieutenant Governor in more than a century. He became Governor in December 2000 when George W. Bush resigned the office to become President. Since then, Perry has won three full terms as governor."("About." Rick Perry for President 2012.").
It's also important to consider that he made a vaccination for HPV required. I believe that a person's health should be their personal decision the government should not require vaccinations. I personally have taken this vaccination and it failed to protect me because it doesn't prevent infection of many strands. He's concentrating on petty issues that should be left up to the individual.

("Strong - YouTube." ).

This video is concerning to me because of the suggestion of bringing religion into politics. I understand where he is coming from because I am religious myself, but I completely disagree with involving it into politics because we are a democracy and support freedom of religion. This is similar to Michele Bachmann's view on politics. I think both of them have potential to cause a lot of controversy and have potential for extremist behavior.

("Rick Perry: OOPS - YouTube." )

I can understand nerves and short term memory loss, but as a candidate Rick Perry shouldnt make a important statement and forget what he wants to do. We need a president that knows what hes talking about on the spot other wise his arguments are not convincing. Overall I am not impressed with this candidate and think it would be a mistake to elect him mainly because of the religion and politics.

Ron Paul, 76 years old.

Background:

"Congressman Ron Paul of Texas enjoys a national reputation as the premier advocate for liberty in politics today. Dr. Paul is the leading spokesman in Washington for limited constitutional government, low taxes, free markets, and a return to sound monetary policies based on commodity-backed currency. He is known among both his colleagues in Congress and his constituents for his consistent voting record in the House of Representatives: Dr. Paul never votes for legislation unless the proposed measure is expressly authorized by the Constitution. In the words of former Treasury Secretary William Simon, Dr. Paul is the “one exception to the Gang of 535″ on Capitol Hill. Ron Paul was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Gettysburg College and the Duke University School of Medicine, before proudly serving as a flight surgeon in the U.S. Air Force during the 1960s. He and his wife Carol moved to Texas in 1968, where he began his medical practice in Brazoria County. As a specialist in obstetrics/gynecology, Dr. Paul has delivered more than 4,000 babies! He and Carol, who reside in Lake Jackson, Texas, are the proud parents of five children and have eighteen grandchildren. While serving in Congress during the late 1970s and early 1980s, Dr. Paul’s limited-government ideals were not popular in Washington. He served on the House Banking committee, where he was a strong advocate for sound monetary policy and an outspoken critic of the Federal Reserve’s inflationary measures. He also was a key member of the Gold Commission, advocating a return to a gold standard for our currency. He was an unwavering advocate of pro-life and pro-family values. Dr. Paul consistently voted to lower or abolish federal taxes, spending, and regulation, and used his House seat to actively promote the return of government to its proper constitutional levels. In 1984, he voluntarily relinquished his House seat and returned to his medical practice. Dr. Paul returned to Congress in 1997 to represent the 14th Congressional district of Texas. He serves on the House Financial Services Committee and the Foreign Affairs Committee. On the Financial Services Committee, Rep. Paul serves as the chairman of the Subcommittee on Domestic Monetary Policy and Technology. He continues to advocate a dramatic reduction in the size of the federal government and a return to constitutional principles. Dr. Paul is the author of several books, including The Revolution: A Manifesto, End the Fed, Liberty Defined, Challenge to Liberty; The Case for Gold; and A Republic, If You Can Keep It. He has been a distinguished counselor to the Ludwig von Mises Institute, and is widely quoted by scholars and writers in the fields of monetary policy, banking, and political economy. He has received many awards and honors during his career in Congress, from organizations such as the National Taxpayers Union, Citizens Against Government Waste, the Council for a Competitive Economy, and countless others. Dr. Paul’s consistent voting record prompted one Congressman to comment that “Ron Paul personifies the Founding Fathers’ ideal of the citizen-statesman. He makes it clear that his principles will never be compromised, and they never are.” Another Congresswoman added that “There are few people in public life who, through thick and thin, rain or shine, stick to their principles. Ron Paul is one of those few.” "("About  Ron Paul | Ron Paul 2012 Presidential Campaign Committee.").

("Fox's The Five Show Trashes Ron Paul - YouTube.")

I live in Vermont and recently Hurricane Irene damaged so much of our state. I agree with Ron Paul's position on FEMA. During work I heard many complaints about the restrictions and regulation's FEMA puts on the people in need. Yes it is good because not many were prepared to repair the damage financially but in my opinion and others it's a bureaucracy.

(Views, CNNby TheLiberalPacifist3,568.).

("Ron Paul Highlights at Fox News/ Google Debate - YouTube.").

I agree completely with Paul, he says his opinions bluntly and I believe he is good leader because he shares the same opinions as a majority of the citizens. He is not stating new facts because society has been continuously like this and he is just presenting the harsh reality. If I was a politician I would be saying the same things. The reason we are in debt is because we need to stop wasting money on issues that cannot be resolved and bring our money back to our country. We are suffering here in the United States but instead we help other countries. I believe the saying you must take care of yourself before you can help others applies directly to his opinion and the flaws in our society.

Gary Johnson 58 years old.

Back ground:
"Johnson, who has been referred to as the ‘most fiscally conservative Governor’ in the country, was the Republican Governor of New Mexico from 1994-2003. Governor Johnson brings a distinctly business-like mentality to governing, believing that decisions should be made based on cost-benefit analysis rather than strict ideology.
An avid skier, adventurer, and bicyclist, he has currently reached four of the highest peaks on all seven continents, including Mt. Everest. Governor Johnson, who has been referred to as the ‘most fiscally conservative Governor’ in the country, was the Republican Governor of New Mexico from 1994-2003. A successful businessman before running for office in 1994, Gov. Johnson started a door-to-door handyman business to help pay his way through college. Twenty years later, he had grown the firm into one of the largest construction companies in New Mexico with over 1,000 employees. Not surprisingly, Governor Johnson brings a distinctly business-like mentality to governing, believing that decisions should be made based on cost-benefit analysis rather than strict ideology.
Johnson is best known for his veto record, which includes over 750 vetoes during his time in office, more than all other governors combined and his use of the veto pen has since earned him the nickname “Governor Veto.” He cut taxes 14 times while never raising them when he left office, New Mexico was one of only four states in the country with a balanced budget. Term-limited, Johnson retired from public office in 2003. An avid skier, adventurer, and bicyclist, he has currently reached four of the highest peaks on all seven continents, including Mt. Everest. In 2009, after becoming increasingly concerned with the country’s out-of-control national debt and precarious financial situation, the Governor formed the OUR America Initiative, a 501c(4) non-profit that promotes fiscal responsibility, civil liberties, and rational public policy. He traveled to more than 30 states and spoke to over 150 conservative and libertarian groups during his time as Honorary Chairman. He has two grown children- a daughter Seah and a son Erik and currently resides in a house he built himself in Taos, New Mexico.Scaled the highest peaks of 4 continents, including Everest. Competed in the Bataan Memorial Death March, a 25 mile desert run in combat boots wearing a 35 pound backpack. Iron man Triathlon Championship, several times. Mountain biked the eight day Adidas Trans Alps Challenge in Europe." ("About Gary Johnson.").

("Former Gov. Gary Johnson: Phony Capitalism, The System Is Up for Sale 1/2 - YouTube." )

("Gov. Gary Johnson: Cut Spending by 43% - and Cut Social Issues from GOP Agenda - YouTube." ).

I don't agree with his fair tax plan simply our cost of living cannot increase because of the effect  the economy has already had on citizens financials. I also think he has the right idea about the endless drug war, but because of the seriousness of this subject he should not be so impulsive. I don't think he is the worst canidate, but I don't think his plan well work for our situation compared to other politicians experience and ideas. Also because he is not as publicized as much as others in debates it's difficult to get a idea of who he is as a politician.

Jon Huntsman 51 years old.

Back ground:

"Jon Huntsman Jr., at 51 years of age, has lived a varied and remarkable life in business and public service.
As governor of one of the most conservative states in the country, Jon built a strong executive record by cutting taxes, reducing waste and growing Utah's economy. Thanks to the free-market policies implemented by Gov. Huntsman, Utah weathered the economic storm and grew jobs while the rest of the country saw substantial job loss. Jon also has extensive foreign policy experience -- a passion that was sparked at a young age. When he was 19, Jon embarked on a two-year mission trip to Taiwan, where he learned to speak Mandarin Chinese and Taiwanese Hokkein. He was later named U.S. Ambassador to Singapore, becoming the youngest head of an American diplomatic mission in a century. As U.S. Trade Ambassador under President George W. Bush, Jon helped negotiate dozens of free trade agreements with Asian and African nations.His commitment to service rises above partisan politics. Asked by President Obama in 2009 to serve his country once again, Jon was unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate as ambassador to China. He turned heads by shunning motorcades, preferring instead to ride his bicycle and interact with the Chinese people. As ambassador, he worked closely with American business owners to facilitate commerce in the growing Asian market, bringing jobs and capital back to America. Jon occasionally butted heads with the Chinese government as he stridently advocated for the release of American citizens wrongfully imprisoned.
In the private sector, Jon is a successful businessman with hands-on job creation experience. He served as an executive in his family's business, which built hundreds of products and employed thousands of people. Using his international experience and language skills, Jon has helped the company compete and expand globally.Shortly after becoming governor in 2004, Jon began implementing his 10-point plan for jump starting Utah's economy -- including historic tax reform. He simplified the tax structure and cut taxes by more than $400 million -- the largest tax cut in the state's history. He maintained his fiscal responsibility even in the midst of the national economic recession. Rather than raise taxes or use accounting gimmicks, Jon cut waste and made government more efficient. As a result, Utah held its AAA bond rating and earned national accolades for debt management. Under his leadership, Utah ranked number one in the nation in the job creation and was named the best-managed state by the Pew Center. In 2008, Jon spearheaded and passed comprehensive, market-based health care reform. While other states relied on government control and individual mandates, Jon delivered reforms that give consumers freedom to choose and negotiate their own coverage in a competitive marketplace. He also signed landmark legislation to protect the sanctity of unborn life and defend the Second Amendment.When he is not working or spending time with his family, Jon enjoys riding his Harley and considers himself a street food connoisseur, frequenting taco stands. He is also an avid motocross racer, which has been a passion his entire life. Jon Huntsman, Jr. is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania. He and his wife Mary Kaye have seven children, including two adopted girls from China and India." ("Jon Huntsman’s Record: Governor, Ambassador, Entrepreneur | Huntsman 2012").

("Jon Huntsman on ABC's "Top Line" - YouTube." )

I agree with his position on all the topics he brings up. This is a politician with outstanding credentials and is devoted to our country and the people. I can say this because in my research I did not find any negative information. He has done well to protect his public image and he does not feed into the pointless drama in politics instead hes focused on a plan to save our country and help the citizens by listening to our opinions.

("Jon Huntsman: I Want America To Save America! - YouTube.")

This is one of my favorite debates, all I can say is I agree with Huntsman. The war in Iraq is a big issue and I believe the government is keeping us at war so they have control because of the constant state of fear. Huntsman shares my position on foreign involvement, because hes an ambassador I trust his knowledge with foreign involvement. I think he shares the same opinions as many Americans and I would be honored to have him represent United States in foreign affairs especially. Rick Santorum in my opinion is a example of a politician that is willing to sacrifice our democracy for a war that is completely unnecessary.

Newt Gingrich, 68 years old.

                                            

                          ("Meet Newt | Newt Gingrich 2012.").

Back ground:
"Newt Gingrich is the architect of the “Contract with America” that led the Republican Party to victory in 1994 by capturing the majority in the U.S. House for the first time in forty years.Under Newt’s leadership, Congress passed the first balanced budget in a generation, leading to the repayment of over $400 billion in debt.  Congress also cut taxes for the first time in sixteen years and reformed welfare, leading to over sixty percent of welfare recipients either getting a job or going to school.  In addition, the Congress restored funding to strengthen our defense and intelligence capabilities, an action later lauded by the bipartisan 9/11 Commission.Born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Newt's experiences as the son of a career soldier convinced him at an early age to dedicate his life to his country and to the protection of freedom. Realizing the importance of understanding the past in order to protect the future, he immersed himself in the study of history, receiving his Bachelor’s degree from Emory University and Master’s and Doctorate in Modern European History from Tulane University. Before his election to Congress in 1978, Newt taught History and Environmental Studies at West Georgia College for eight years. He represented Georgia in Congress for twenty years, including four years as Speaker of the House.Newt served on the Defense Policy Board under President George W. Bush, which provided strategic counsel to the Pentagon and Secretary of Defense on how to better address threats facing the United States.  He is also the longest-serving teacher of the Joint War Fighting course for Major Generals at Air University and taught officers from all five services as an honorary Distinguished Visiting Scholar and Professor at the National Defense University.  In 1999, Gingrich was appointed to the United States Commission on National Security/21st Century, the Hart/Rudman Commission to examine our national security challenges as far out as 2025. The Commission's report is the most profound rethinking of defense strategy since 1947.In 2003, Newt founded the Center for Health Transformation to develop free market health care reforms to foster a 21^st Century System of health and health care that is centered on the individual, prevention focused, knowledge intense and innovation rich.  Newt also served as the Co-Chairman of the National Commission for Quality Long-term Care and the independent congressional Alzheimer’s Disease Study Group.Newt and his wife, Callista, host and produce award-winning documentary films, including A City Upon a Hill, Nine Days that Changed the World, Ronald Reagan: Rendezvous with Destiny, and Rediscovering God in America. Together, Newt and Callista also author photo books and record audio books.Newt is the author of twenty-three books, including thirteen New York Times bestsellers.The Gingrich's reside in McLean, Virginia. Their family includes two daughters and two grandchildren." ("Meet Newt | Newt Gingrich 2012.").

(Views, CNN by TheLiberalPacifist3,568).

This debate between Ron Paul and Newt Gingrich lead to me to believe that Gingrich would be willing to sacrifice the democracy that the United States stands for easily. I can relate to someone that would have a gut reaction to do anything to protect the country, but a responsible president would need to think about all aspects of decisions instead of acting impulsively.

("Ron Paul SLAMS Newt Gingrich! - YouTube." )

This video has a bias against Newt Gingrich, but some facts seem credible because of the structure and support in the video. I am not in favor of this canidate because hes is always changing positions on issues that I cannot figure out what he really stands for. I see potential for him being and extremist for power. Gingrich has many credentials, but if he was lobbying then that is a credible reason of how he obtained them. Based on my reasearch I think he is another congress man that is money and power hungrey that doesnt have the best intrest of the United States in mind.

Michele Bachmann, 55 years old.

Background:

“Elected in 2006, Michele is the first Republican woman to be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Minnesota. Prior to serving in the U.S. Congress, Michele was elected to the Minnesota State Senate in 2000. Michele sits on the Financial Services Committee (FSC) and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. In July 2010, Michele hosted the first Tea Party Caucus meeting. She is seen as a champion of Tea Party values including the call for lower taxes, renewed focus on the Constitution and the need to shrink the size of government. Michele is a graduate of Anoka High School and Winona State University. She received her J.D. at the O.W. Coburn School of Law at Oral Roberts University and an L.L.M. in Tax Law at the College of William and Mary. She has been married to Marcus for more than thirty years and they live in Stillwater where they own a small business mental health care practice that employs nearly 50 people. Michele and Marcus have five children, Lucas, Harrison, Elisa, Caroline, and Sophia. In addition, the Bachmann family has opened their home to 23 foster children, which has inspired Michele to become one of Congress' leading advocates for foster and adopted children, earning her bipartisan praise for her efforts.” (“Michele Bachmann for President”).

(Michele Bachmann Dirty Little Secret Exposed on Crazy Ad - YouTube.").

This video is a campaign ad where Michele Bachmann shows her support for Israel. This may seem like she has good intentions at first, but this video proves her extremist views on Christianity. The connection to AIPAC I think directly displays Bachmann’s personal interests in the election.

("Christians Should Control Government - Michele Bachmann & Dominionism - YouTube.").

This video may not be completly credible, but it does mention simular facts that appear in multiple videos. If one was to analyze her statements they directly state that she is an christain extremist. In my opinion a government offcial should never push religion on a mass of people. The United states is democracy that stands for freedom of religion.

("Bachmann HPV Mental Retardation Story - YouTube.")

This video shows Bachmanns complete lack of proffesionalism because she takes hear say and uses it as an attack towards Rick Perry. She is running for president and is using flase information as arguements. This tells me she is not a good canidate to run our country. We cannot have a president that doesnt check the facts before publically speaking about a topic.

In conclusion on Michele Bachmann I do not think she is fit for president and is very risky choice. We need someone who is not an extremist and is professional about their comments and arguements.

Introduction.

            In this upcoming presidential election there is Barrack Obama representing the democrats and nine republican candidates. All the republicans have the same general ideas for a solution. The proposal they offer is,

          “- Major cut in government spending by cutting unnecessary government programs.

-         Repeal Obama care because it effects the quality of health care and free market. Also causes lack of jobs because of employer’s uncertainty.

-         Simplify the tax code by having less brackets and cutting taxes for job creators.

-         Eliminate the death tax

-         Repeal Dodd-Frank because it’s creating credit problems for business and families. It has unnecessary and expensive regulations which are bringing down the economy. It does little to protect wall street and doesn’t prevent future financial crisis.

-         Use natural resources to minimize foreign involvement, by converting to sustainable and renewable energy resources.

-         Increase more exports so the United States is more competitive by expanding trade.

-         Enforce immigration laws.

-         Eliminate EPA unnecessary regulations which well provide more money to create jobs

-         Overall they want to pave pathway to renovation and find permanent solutions.”  (Scott).

United States citizens should base their opinions on the politicians personalities, events happening in the presidential race, and their specific plans to achieve theses common goals. If people were to just look at the candidates pages they would probably vote for someone that they do not prefer because it’s not the full picture. It’s important to research mindfully for information’s credibility and for people to think about what they want society to be. Voters need to be educated so they can vote responsibly because it’s an important choice to make.