Election 2009

Well tomorrow is the first election during the Obama administration. As we all know, most of the talking heads on TV and radio say this is a referendum on the Obama regime. I think that this will settle some of the argument about that, but it's not the entire story.

As we see in the 23rd District of New York, the Republican has dropped out. Now it's a Democrat versus a Conservative. A third party candidate has made a big noise in a small area. Will this translate into a larger movement in this country for next year's election? Only time will tell. But it is interesting, isn't it?

Another question is, will a Conservative Party become a reality or will it be like the Independent Party that Senator Joe Lieberman belongs to? Now the Independent Party hasn't been around too long and I still haven't seen a national convention, but that doesn't mean that it will not happen.

But with the exit of Dede Scozzafava (R) in New York this is an exciting time for those of us that consider ourselves conservative more than just Republican. Besides, Dede wasn't really a Republican in my opinion. She has been described as a RINO, republican in name only. I won't even give her that much credit.

This is a woman that is pro-life, supported the Stimulus Plan and is in favor of gay marriage. Sounds more like a democrat to me. How about you? The media calls her a moderate Republican. Sorry, but there's no such thing. If you believe more in the things that the more liberal of us subscribe to, then you are a liberal. Period. Dede isn't a Republican, she is a Democrat. She should just change parties and call it a day. I've heard rumors she was going to pull an Arlen Specter party switch shortly after winning.

Those that consider themselves to be a "moderate Republican" or worse, a "liberal Republican" here's some advice, just go ahead and call yourself a Democrat. Leave the Republican party and start putting a "D" next to your name. You will not be missed.

I for one welcome a new version of the Republican Party. It has been said that the Republicans had lost their way and were drifting left. Maybe, maybe not, but they certainly needed a reminder of what they stand for. Remember that a conservative view (sorry about that) is one that wants smaller government, lower taxes and believes in the free market system.

Besides, if you want a referendum on the Obama presidency, look no further than Ford Motor Company. Today they announced a third quarter profit of $1 Billion. Now remember, Ford is the only one of the "Big Three" that didn't take bailout money. In other words, they don't have interference from the the federal government.

Or, did you notice that Uncle Barack had a meeting this morning with his economic advisers? He said that more needs to be done to create jobs. What the hell was the stimulus for? I think it was a waste of money, but what do I know?

But there is the true referendum.