There have been many events that have culminated to this day, but the progress that has been made has brought rise to concern for Republicans. At this moment, Obama is speaking to the nation about his performance, speaking also about the current conditions that America face. While I am grateful for the mediums that we have in which to communicate, I want to know that I am getting the truth. I do not want to hear what he is saying in an attempt to hide the bills being passed, actions being wrought, and apologies made that go against the foundations in which the Republican party were built.
I know what I think about Obama's first 100 days, I don't need him deciding for me.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Another One Bites the Dust
Pennsylvania senator (aka battleground state senator), Arlen Specter, has officially registered democrat facing the "right wing conservatism" that the Republican party has become. Should we as Republicans be upset, defeated, or defensive about this decision?
I have to vote that the decision is his choice. This news is not shocking due to his years of liberal leaning, but I will not infringe on anyone else's right to choose how a person believes... especially when his voting record has proven him to be democratic in the first place.
I am, however, a bit disappointed with President Obama's response to Specter's decision, basically welcoming him to the Democratic side. Specter's decision was finalized when Obama promised to support him in 2012. While Barack Obama is a democrat, he is also the president. ONE nation. ONE people. While I recognize that he has his own right to take a particular stance on issues, he is acting in the favor of the entire nation. President Obama has verbalized his desire to bring together party lines, but his actions are not matching up with his message.
True, the Republicans are down one more member of the team, but it shouldn't make our fight weaken, or our message get quieter.
Maybe we just have to determine what that message is.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Should businesses be involved in politics?
Businesses have many reasons in which they ought to be involved and concerned with the political process. Without the American business, the country could not survive on its investments and loans from other countries. Each member of the American business is a part of the American community and has a vote in the affairs of the culture. Participating in the political affairs of the population is beneficial to both the business and the society, and an American right for the individuals in the business. Businesses ought to get involved in the political process because the decisions made by political endeavors affect the business.
Politics is a demand on a business that has high stakes in the changes in the economy. Politicians promise new rules and regulations for a better future with many of the campaign pledges challenging how a company does business (Lawrence, Weber, & Post, 2008). This was seen in the past elections as politicians promised to take charge of Wall Street and other institutions that have reaped benefits in a slumping economy. People became disgruntled with the businesses, the companies were awarded forms of bailout packages and tax breaks, and the government felt obligated to assist the businesses in hopes to keep the economy afloat. The failure of key businesses will cause the economy to falter even further, and people will look to the government for assistance (Phelps, Parsons, Ballas, Dowling, 2006). Businesses must be involved in political situations to voice their opinion about current issues that will affect the business in the future.
Although some businesses are not involved in political acts, politicians and government are actively involved in business affairs. Keeping track of trends and following successful businesses is a common practice for politicians, as it gives politicians an advantage in reaching out to the community and evaluating the economy (Fenwick & Elcock, 2004). Politicians aim to make the product a success for both groups, enhancing the functions of the community and outlying businesses while gaining support for specific political efforts.
Participating in political functions is feasible through the work of lobbyists and other professionals who act on behalf of the business, ensuring that the company has met all of their needs and made adequate contacts for the business (Lawrence, Weber, & Post, 2008). Open communication about this process is mandatory and strict rules apply to those participating in lobbyist positions. Although rules and regulations are made to prevent fraud, lobbyists are fundamental to the business’ operations. Lobbyists are also involved in the political aspect of the business, usually understanding and relaying information that stands for the company in the government (Phelps, Parsons, Ballas, Dowling, 2006). The lobbyist is the voice of the business in politics, and critical to the business’ success in politics.
While businesses must be involved in political processes, politicians must be involved in businesses because of the business’s culmination of private citizens within the corporation. Each individual that is involved in the company has a vote that will add or detract from the politician’s success. Showing interest in, not only the company but also the community allows the politician to gain support from those in the company (Fenwick & Elock, 2004). This could be seen in a governor joining in at a celebration at a local supermarket, or a mayoral nominee holding a rally in a parking lot of a strip mall. Showing support of the community is a method that many politicians use to gain support from local voters.
A business has too much at stake to stay out of the way of politics. Stakeholders, stockholders, and forms of management all benefit from allowing the company to get involved in politics. Companies that become involved in political endeavors are exercising their American freedoms. Supporting political enterprises will make a stronger company, and allow those involved with the company to know that their rights are being fought for and protected.
References available upon request.
Politics is a demand on a business that has high stakes in the changes in the economy. Politicians promise new rules and regulations for a better future with many of the campaign pledges challenging how a company does business (Lawrence, Weber, & Post, 2008). This was seen in the past elections as politicians promised to take charge of Wall Street and other institutions that have reaped benefits in a slumping economy. People became disgruntled with the businesses, the companies were awarded forms of bailout packages and tax breaks, and the government felt obligated to assist the businesses in hopes to keep the economy afloat. The failure of key businesses will cause the economy to falter even further, and people will look to the government for assistance (Phelps, Parsons, Ballas, Dowling, 2006). Businesses must be involved in political situations to voice their opinion about current issues that will affect the business in the future.
Although some businesses are not involved in political acts, politicians and government are actively involved in business affairs. Keeping track of trends and following successful businesses is a common practice for politicians, as it gives politicians an advantage in reaching out to the community and evaluating the economy (Fenwick & Elcock, 2004). Politicians aim to make the product a success for both groups, enhancing the functions of the community and outlying businesses while gaining support for specific political efforts.
Participating in political functions is feasible through the work of lobbyists and other professionals who act on behalf of the business, ensuring that the company has met all of their needs and made adequate contacts for the business (Lawrence, Weber, & Post, 2008). Open communication about this process is mandatory and strict rules apply to those participating in lobbyist positions. Although rules and regulations are made to prevent fraud, lobbyists are fundamental to the business’ operations. Lobbyists are also involved in the political aspect of the business, usually understanding and relaying information that stands for the company in the government (Phelps, Parsons, Ballas, Dowling, 2006). The lobbyist is the voice of the business in politics, and critical to the business’ success in politics.
While businesses must be involved in political processes, politicians must be involved in businesses because of the business’s culmination of private citizens within the corporation. Each individual that is involved in the company has a vote that will add or detract from the politician’s success. Showing interest in, not only the company but also the community allows the politician to gain support from those in the company (Fenwick & Elock, 2004). This could be seen in a governor joining in at a celebration at a local supermarket, or a mayoral nominee holding a rally in a parking lot of a strip mall. Showing support of the community is a method that many politicians use to gain support from local voters.
A business has too much at stake to stay out of the way of politics. Stakeholders, stockholders, and forms of management all benefit from allowing the company to get involved in politics. Companies that become involved in political endeavors are exercising their American freedoms. Supporting political enterprises will make a stronger company, and allow those involved with the company to know that their rights are being fought for and protected.
References available upon request.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Late Night Laughs
It seems as if the president is showing his face a lot on TV and every other form of media. If he's not hanging out with Jay Leno, he's sharing his favorite music with the queen. With all of the publicity, it is easy to think that he's wasting his time pretending to be a movie star.
He has a plan.
Without telling anyone of his ploy, Barack Obama has srategically placed himself in the media's attention, reached out to other country's, and had gigantic portions of publicity spent on his endeavers. This can't hinder his popularity because we are seeing the "pop-star" side of Barack Obama. We are distracted from the bills being signed, motions being carried, and significant decisions being made because we see our leader show his charisma and personality.
Is this wrong?
Yes...and no. The shielding from the truth is a major distraction and not the way to handle the decisions of our country's direction. However, the coverage and relations that Obama has made by getting out there and showing people his personality is not a bad tactic. Viewers like him because he seems like them. People voted for him because they saw part of their likes and dislikes in him. Obama showed the world that he was likable and that he wanted to make a difference.
We rebuplicans need to take a hint, and do the same.
He has a plan.
Without telling anyone of his ploy, Barack Obama has srategically placed himself in the media's attention, reached out to other country's, and had gigantic portions of publicity spent on his endeavers. This can't hinder his popularity because we are seeing the "pop-star" side of Barack Obama. We are distracted from the bills being signed, motions being carried, and significant decisions being made because we see our leader show his charisma and personality.
Is this wrong?
Yes...and no. The shielding from the truth is a major distraction and not the way to handle the decisions of our country's direction. However, the coverage and relations that Obama has made by getting out there and showing people his personality is not a bad tactic. Viewers like him because he seems like them. People voted for him because they saw part of their likes and dislikes in him. Obama showed the world that he was likable and that he wanted to make a difference.
We rebuplicans need to take a hint, and do the same.
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