So I dreamt last night that I should start this blog. It probably won’t amount to much other than amusement for my cohorts, an outlet for myself, and something that will stick in the craw of the statists–be they neocons or populists–that happen to stumble across it.
I may not have a degree in Political Science, but I do pay attention, and a lot of people tend to underestimate that. I am also blessed with many amazing friends (of like mind and not!) that share with me the latest in current events and their takes on the world in general. If it weren’t for my fantastic support system and incredibly lively and diverse “debate team” as it were, my life would be quite dull and this blog would most likely not exist… but here we are.
What to expect from me:
A laywoman’s take on today’s world, its problems, and possible solutions.
A fair and balanced argument for every point I feel is fit to be published. No, not “Fair and Balanced” a la Faux News. Really, truly fair and balanced.
A few oddball opinions that may instinctively make your hair bristle. Please bear with me, and read through the perceived insanity! Even my most unconventional conclusions have been reached through serious research, thought, and debate. Remember, I was raised by a single working mother, went to the same public schools you did, and have screwed around in my life as much as the next guy. It’s not like these thoughts have been programmed into me like this!
Sarcasm. I’m sorry, I really just can’t help myself sometimes. If you have a problem with smartasses, this is probably not the blog for you. Also, I drop the occasional potty word. Sorry.
What NOT to expect from me:
Hatemongering. I don’t know how this blog will come up in search engines, but if you Googled “conservative Christian blogger” and wound up here, you might not like what I have to say. I mean fiscally conservative if and when I call myself conservative, not socially conservative. I do not use my faith as a vehicle to have unconstitutional laws passed against my countrymen, nor as a vehicle to perpetuate name-calling or the “blame game,” as it were.
Driveling on and on about how X political candidate is so (insert adjective here). Politicians are imperfect, just like the rest of us. They flip-flop, lie, and come and go. I will not sit here and hash out all of a politician’s wrongdoings either. Nancy Pelosi, you shall be spared! I am here about the issues and real solutions to our nation’s problems as I see them. The issues will not change, and calling people names won’t get anything done!
Unresearched, thoughtless debate. This means that if you disagree with a point I make, you are entitled to either A: explain to me calmly (with documentation) why I am mistaken, or B: agree to disagree, keep your mouth shut, and move on. Before you cry that if I’m such a strong proponent of the First Amendment I should let people say whatever the Hell they want, remember that your rights end where mine begin and slander and libel are illegal. For example, when I say, “The war in Iraq is a prime example of American Imperialism,” you are not entitled to slander or libel my name, calling me a “liberal pacifist scumbag.” Rather, take a deep breath and try to find some sort of documentation that shows the pros of “Operation Iraqi Freedom” outweigh the cons and proves that it truly will make for a better world. You just might win a prize if you can accomplish that.
Endorsements for you, your product, or your website. If you are a politician, a salesperson, a businessman or businesswoman, a fellow blogger, or otherwise seeking publicity, please look elsewhere. I will not be linking with any web rings or other blogs, as I believe that you are judged not only by your own character, but by the company you keep. Not only that, but I wouldn’t want people thinking I’m endorsing you, your product, or your website just because you have linked to me and I want more hits. No thank you. On that note, if you do want me to check out your website, webpage, or product anyway, please send me a private message or contact me on Facebook. I would be more than happy to check out what you’re about, just don’t expect me to be part of your PR campaign.
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