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Third Party Presidential Candidates’ Debate

Now it’s time for a real debate. On Thursday, October 23, at 9:00 PM ET (I believe that’s 6:00 PM PST) in Washington, DC, Chuck Baldwin will be debating with other third party candidates. They will show voters they don’t have to settle for the socialist policies of Obama or McCain. Chuck will detail his…Continue Reading…

Why Vote?

My friend Alan mentioned that he probably won’t vote because he doesn’t think his vote makes any difference. Well, here’s an answer from Peter Norvig’s Presidential Election 2008 FAQ. The best answer I’ve seen for this question, IMHO. Is it rational to vote? Let me explain what the question means. For your vote to have…Continue Reading…

This is not a democracy

Bob Barr is the Libertarian Party’s nominee for President of the United States. He believes the proper role of government is to ensure liberty, freedom, and free commerce; and not much else. GQ interviewed Barr and asked: Isn’t the government there to do whatever the people want? Isn’t that the whole idea of a democracy?…Continue Reading…

Ron Paul on the Difference between McCain and Obama

It’s a tough choice. Right now I’m really leaning toward McCain, as I used to be a strong supporter of him; but recently the more I’ve learned about the war, the more I disapprove of how our foreign policy is changing. Heck, maybe I’ll just write-in Ron Paul. Video is Ron Paul on MSNBC Morning…Continue Reading…

Did My Vote Count?

Yesterday’s “Super Tuesday” primaries were extremely sketchy. I specifically asked the lady at my polling place: Do I need to write my registered address on the provisional ballot envelope? She said “No,” they have other ways of identifying me. Yet no ID was required. For the record, her nametag said “Angelica.” My provisional vote may…Continue Reading…

Ron Paul – Abolish the IRS, Federal Reserve, etc.

First, let me say that if you don’t want to read what I have to say about politics (as one reader recently told me), then take a look at my business blog or technology blog instead (and subscribe to them by email). Otherwise, here’s a very compelling video supporting Ron Paul… (If it says “We’re…Continue Reading…