Behind already?

Just a few days in and I have already fallen completely behind! Meh, it takes 28 days to make a habit, right? I'll just go with that and keep practicing this whole blogging thing.

So on to the real reason why I've logged on today: the debates.

I must preface my response to the debates with the statement that I do consider myself a very liberal democrat, and thus such a bias will be apparent.

The republicans were atrocious. Although the neo-con perspective (and perspective of the republican candidates) that converting literally everything to the private sector is positive for the economy, it seems that once again the probable reality - the people will not pay for necessary services when they are offered only privately - is completely ignored. As my mother put it, "The [republican] candidates don't ever think about the effects on those who can't provide for themselves...they've never had it bad, and therefore have no grasp whatsoever on the concept of struggle."

On the other hand, I (obviously) felt the democrats were wonderful, except for Richardson. I don't know what it is, but he just does nothin' for me. A lot of focus was obviously placed on Obama, and he really crumbled when shots were taken at him by both Clinton and Edwards. Each on the offensive were valid in every point and fact they presented, and presented them in assertive ways. Despite his talks of progress, change, freedom, equality, and whatever wonderful abstract concept there is, Obama's lack of experience overshadowed this and showed us why he should not be on the ticket as our presidential candiate. Vice president would suit him much better, and would in fact propel his running mate's campaign to new heights, all the while giving him the experience he'll need to run a nation. Edwards actually came through as the winner with his statements regarding more socialized healthcare and reinstatement of the middle class. Plus, he's kind of cute.

...and last but not least, Hilary Clinton was aggressive, but poised as she pushed buttons on the other candidates and expressed over and over again how she is a catalyst to change. She even showed some emotion (!) which made me love her just a little bit more. However, Edwards is quickly chewing at my support for Clinton.

With all that said, I must not forget that there is still over a month until the Washington primary and caucus, and that's a lifetime in politics. Maybe my vote will swing toward some unforseen candidate that rides in on their white horse to save America.

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Five Things I'm Grateful for today:

1.) Brooke's text telling me to have fun at college.
2.) Seeing Atonement with my mom and pops.
3.) Listening to the Shins.
4.) The intelligent satire of The Simpsons.
5.) Getting to see my Benjamin one more time before school starts.

Peace and love to all.