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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Some personal thoughts on the 2012 election


My Personal Thoughts on Politics 2012
For months now, we have been bombarded with the views of many on the subject of politics. Although I find the constant advertising intrusive at times, the process is fascinating to me and I appreciate the opportunity to give my opinion too.
I find it enlightening when I compare what is happening today with what has happened in American history… it still amazes me that one president can make such a huge difference in the lives of millions of people. It happened in 1860 when President Lincoln was elected. (Without the influence of the the media, the Super PACS , the political pundits and the astronomical amount of money that has been spent on this one in 2012.)
As a Christian, I believe it’s not just a privilege, but a responsibility to vote as I believe God wants me to vote…knowing in my heart that no matter who wins this election, God is going to use the results to insure that His Will for His people will be done. I find the promise of that In Revelation 1:8  “I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending.”
With all of that said, I’m sure it’s no surprise to anyone who knows me that I will be voting for Mr. Romney. But one more time, before I cast that vote I am clarifying to myself WHY he is getting my vote.              
-The fact that he’s a real gentleman counts for me. I read a commentary recently that said this: “history records that where the typical male is a moral person, society thrives. When manhood becomes morally corrupt, that society soon fails.” The leader of the free world in my opinion should be a gentleman who brings honor not only to those in his family but to his country.(not to Hollywood)
 
-I am voting for Mr. Romney, not because I like all of his policies but because his heart is more like my heart than that of his opponent’s. I appreciate that he recognizes God’s graciousness and leadership to our country. 
 
-He believes in preserving life for all, including the unborn.
 
-He believes that marriage is between a man and a woman.
 
- The previous reasons are vitally important to me as a Christian because in the next few  years there are several members of our Supreme court who will more that likely need to be replaced because of their ages. American needs a conservative president to appoint those new justices.
 
-He is a business man and I believe he knows better than his opponent how to balance a budget. Doing that will be painful but I believe he will do it with compassion. (and Big Bird will survive in a free enterprise system…CBS and FOX will be fighting over him!) 
 
-He believes in the importance of a strong military for America, not to bully others around but to protect our citizens and our allies.
 
 
-I believe Mr. Romney is more intelligent and wiser, as evidenced by his performances in the debates and his platform.
 
 -I appreciate his choice of a running mate. In my opinion, anyone would be better than the one we now have.
 
-I want a president who will do his best to work with both parties. Mr. Obama has proven that he either cannot or does not want to do that. A President should not push onto us what he wants, disregarding the legislative and judicial arms of government…and the will of the American people.
 
 This is not the complete list of reasons why I will vote for the Romney/Ryan ticket but I think it is enough for me. I am just one American and my opinions are my own but I will vote this year because I honestly believe there may come a day when that freedom may be taken away from me if I don't do it this year.
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

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