Gun control, anyone?
http://www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-way/2012/12/18/167544377/obama-supports-new-bid-to-ban-assault-weapons-close-gun-show-loophole?ft=1&f=1001&sc=tw&utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
In response to the tragic Connecticut events, the topic of gun control has become priority for both parties. Obama has recently supported another restriction of gun control, and I'm curious to see what you all think about the issue. Is there too much, too little, do you agree with Obama's latest decision, etc.
"Michelle is Superwoman"
I came across this article about Michelle Obama on the Newsweek website, and thought it was really cool to read. It kind of talks about her role when her husband is in the spotlight, but points out that even though she's the first lady, she is an incredibly strong woman who could do just about anything if she wanted.
Bad Move New York Post?
It may have already been brought to your attention some way or another about the New York Post Publishing a disturbing image on their front page showing a man struggling to get off the subway tracks as a train moves closer in the background. NPR recently came out with an article about the controversy over the image and explains how the photographer views the situation. As we've been talking about the media, what are your thoughts on this issue? It would seem to prove that the media will go great lengths to catch a reader's attention, ethical or unethical.
Decrease in funding for Pell Grant
http://redalertpolitics.com/2012/06/27/obamas-claim-he-doubled-pell-grant-funding-is-entirely-false/
This article describes the cuts of funding for the Pell Grant. It says that funding will decrease by $11 billion. It also lowers the maximum amount of money that a person can receive from the Pell Grant. It now says that families earning $23,000 or more can contribute to their child's college which is a decrease from $30,000. I don't know about you, but I do not want some of my funding for school taken away.
Fiscal Cliff Calculator
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/special/business/tax-cut-scenarios/?hpid=z2
This site helps put into perspective what the different tax plans are suggesting, and what will happen if democrats and republicans don't come to an agreement. Check it out if you don't know much about the "fiscal cliff" dilemma!
What do you guys predict will happen?
Fiscal Cliff Outrage
I recently stumbled across a video of Charles Krauthammer spitting out ill-thought rhetoric against Obama's offer on a solution to the fiscal cliff. He argues that Republicans should walk away. What is his argument for this? Well he backs it by saying that the offer given to Republicans is worse than the terms of surrender given to Robert E. Lee at Appomattox. This is like saying, my walk to the Anderson Center was easier than a marathon.
Robert E. Lee was possible given the most generous terms of surrender in history, next to those given by Major Anderson during the surrender of Fort Sumter. Comparing this to modern politics, and further citing it as an "insulting deal" is absolutely outrageous.
What Krauthammer fails to recognize is that politics are not easy. I guarantee that the offer was not ideal for Republicans, and likely there will have to be discourse between the two parties. However, saying that half of our central government should "walk away" from discussion is the truly insulting part here. His words should feel like a hot iron in the chest of all Americans. As the people who elect these officials, we should expect more from our representatives than to simply walk away. Krauthammer's war-mongering is childish, insulting, and sadistic.
There's my rant, what do you all think?
Private Meeting Between Romney and Obama
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/28/mitt-romney-obama_n_2204233.html
Romney will be joining Obama this Thursday at the White House in a private meeting to discuss the Republican opinions and views. Obama hopes to incorporate and hear the side of the Republicans and "work together to move this country forward."
I think this is great that the two are meeting and I think it is a good idea to keep the press out of the situation. Without press it will keep the discussion genuine without putting on a show for the viewers.
I'd like to hope that the two will be able to incorporate ideas from both parties.
What are peoples thoughts on this meeting?
Is it a good idea to keep the media out of it?
