Personally, I am an equal opportunity cynic about both party's candidates this election.
2007-08-03 06:07:49 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
I'm cynical about both parties' candidates. I was supporting Edwards, but in recent weeks, even he is starting to wear thin. I think they all carry some negative baggage, and I think they are all perfectly willing to say whatever they need to say to get elected.
In 1776, America was created by intelligent, open-minded, considerate, thoughtful men. Today, men like that wouldn't touch politics with a ten foot pole. Why? Because the electorate (that's you and me, folks) aren't interested in open-minded, intelligent debate. They are looking for someone who speaks to their heart, shares their values, looks good on TV, says the right things about all the hot-button issues. Since the 1960 Kennedy-Nixon debates, it's been more important to LOOK like a statesman than it has been to THINK like one.
How's that for generally cynical?
2007-08-03 06:27:01 · answer #1 · answered by Chredon 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I used to be a devout Republican. I admitted that there were bad politicians in all parties, but I thought that Repubs were generally better than Dems. I've since (as you say) become an "equal opportunity cynic." But it's not just that I think that we happen to have a lousy group of politicians this election. I've formed the attitude that most people who seek political power are not to be trusted. If these people didn't become our rulers, they would be worthy of being ignored.
The great thing about our country's heritage is how we limited the power of government. I think that's just lip service for the most part now.
The only man that I trust to actually honor a commitment to small government is Ron Paul. Please check him out.
2007-08-03 13:32:53 · answer #2 · answered by Joe S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's unfortunate that a lot of people are reacting in an irrational and emotional manner to Penelope's answer, because the plain and simple truth of the matter is that Rudy Giuliani has demonstrated a lot more competence as a political chief executive than all the Democratic candidates put together. The only declared candidate who comes close to matching him is Mitt Romney
2007-08-04 22:50:45 · answer #3 · answered by Robert V 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brother, you got that right. I am a complete cynic when it comes to the whole political process. Both sides are equal opportunity exploiters and just want the Job, not the responsibility that comes with it.
2007-08-03 13:12:15 · answer #4 · answered by libsticker 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm a Democrat, but Edwards rubs me the wrong way with his hypocritical stances......I find it amazing that Republicans defend a scumbag like Guliani, who makes Bill Clinton look like an alter boy
2007-08-03 13:11:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Rudy the CEO of NYC? I'm sorry but that's such a retarted statement. Are you from NYC? Because I am.
And so far this election's crop of wannabe Presidents, suck!
2007-08-03 13:18:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm cynical about both.
I don't like any of the Democratic candidates. i don't like any of the Republican ones either.
2007-08-03 13:11:10 · answer #7 · answered by Still Beautifully Conservative 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Gravel, Kucinich and Paul are OK.
The rest are Corporate Whores.
2007-08-03 13:18:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am skeptical about Dems who are running for president. I am not cynical.
2007-08-03 13:11:10 · answer #9 · answered by regerugged 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I'm with you. I'm not enamored with either sides possibilities. What I will say is this IF Democrats nominate Hillary I'm definitly voting Republican.
2007-08-03 13:28:52 · answer #10 · answered by namsaev 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋