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I haven't posted anything recently, because my cranky level was so high that I was in danger of harming myself, if I had to listen to another word from the political front.I mean I really wanted to tear my ears off, gouge my own eyes out and have myself committed--that's how bad I felt!
It's bad enough that the likes of Palin, Limbaugh and all of their lackeys have an open door to the so-called liberal media--but I have to work really hard to fight off my disappointment with the Obama administration, and so I chose to do what I always do when I can--switch to tennis--which can keep me enthralled deeply enough to stop me from thinking about politics.
But no matter how hard I try--I always get sucked in again, since I can't do without my morning Hartmann--and if I'm up early enough --Stephanie Miller. At least I get a good laugh, usually followed by a lesson about something interesting from Thom, and once again I sign all the petitions coming my way and occasionally I write a response to something formulaic from the White House.
Although I still believe that having President Obama in office is one of the greatest things ever--but I do wish he were slightly more progressive (in fact I wish he were totally progressive), but things are what they are and a leopard cannot change his spots, but my GOD--what has happened here? Cow-towing to these idiotic, right wing, gun-toting fanatics who wish him nothing but harm--is not the way to get anything done!
And the Blue Dog Democrats are even worse--please use the power given to you Mr. President--and force them to see things your way, or the Democratic party might well be finished.
Anyway--now it's out there, and just one more thing--before you ask me for any more money or my precious time--think about the majority of the people who worked so hard to elect you!
Here is a copy of my letter to the WH from last night.
Dear Mr. Axelrod, Thank you for all the information- and all the effort you are putting into reforming the health care system, and the myriad of problems you all tackle every day. I think that the president is doing a fantastic job over all, in these really tough times--but he can't do it all alone, so we have to be patient--I know. I have never been taken in by all these stupid rumors spread by your political enemies- but I will pass it on ASAP--but I also want to add a little memo of my own to the White House. I for one totally support the single-payer system and have lived in countries that have it- to my benefit. I have also written to you before, when asked for an opinion, and always supported this universally accepted position--that "Basic Health" is a human right. I am appalled at the greed the CEOS so openly flaunt in the face of the public, while others die for want of a few bucks. But since that is not an option right now--Medicare for those of us who cant afford to really pay anything--sounds pretty good for a start. Please Do as Thom Hartmann, the wonderfully astute author, proud liberal and progressive radio host suggests- simplify the message -make the public aware that the 'public' option would be and should simply be called Medicare for All! From what I've heard--this system does work--for those who really need it--but it also needs tweaking to make it better. So why not try it now? I have been totally stressed out by the lack of leadership among the democrats, and President Obama's need to include the opposition for the sake of bi-partisanship--in these extremely important matters. It drives me nuts.
We are all out here; we have your back --just use the power! Sincerely, XXXXXX
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