Both of these, in some way speak to how are leaders have failed us and we or we allowed it to happen. Obama is correct, we need change. However what we need is an overhaul of our political system. I have seen some headlines and crawls on news channels that ask, “Has Capitalism failed?” My answer is no. Our two party political system has failed us.

We have two parties that are more concerned with getting enough votes to stay in office than coming up with sound policies that will secure our nation for the future. Why are they mortgaging the future of our country to provide a few hundred dollars to ‘stimulate’ the economy. Kevin, whom I linked to earlier, suggests investing that in gaining energy independence. Sounds like a great idea to me! At the very least, update our infrastructure so that electricity can be easily moved throughout the country. Provide some of that money for alternative fuel research.

However, both sides like to talk a good game. Why are we in the state we are in now? Ultimately, it is my fault and yours. We have given in to a two party idea. Why? If neither party is doing what is good for our country, and polls show that Americans don’t think they are as I think congress’ approval rating it at 11%, then why stick with them? We need to get out of this idea that these are our only two choices. We need to stop sitting on the sidelines. Vote third party. Or at least start writing your representatives in office.

Change is needed, but I don’t think it is the change Obama or McCain really wants.

-Kevin

It appears to me that Obama is going to win. Before you give me a high five or start calling me a socialist, that is not intended as an endorsement. Just an observation. If we assume that Obama is going to win, how can we take advantage of this? Green Energy.

Obama has said that he wants to get the US off dependence of foreign oil in ten years. That is a bold and aggressive task. That means he will use the government to fund research, give tax breaks, and other measures to accomplish this. Or at least try. This puts green energy in a good position. So this is an area I am going to spend a lot of time learning more about and finding some possible good investments within the next year or two as I expect to be able to start investing some within about two years. Plus, with the economy the way it is, it will likely be a couple of years to get things turned around. We technically haven’t hit a recession yet.

I know that McCain could possible still win. If he does, I think it would require a slightly different approach. He will be pushing for more nuclear plants. I am just looking at the polls and making the best guess I can. And since I think the key for financial security is planning ahead, I am going to try and get ahead of the curve.

-Kevin

The current economic crisis has had me thinking about many things. What I want to talk about, however, is deciding who to vote for. Whether it is Obama, McCain, or some third party candidate you should spend your time researching their positions. I see this as our responsibility as citizens. Become informed.

Don’t vote for one party because you think they are liberal or conservative. Actually look at the issues and see where they differ. Just spend a couple of hours a week reading. You will learn a lot.

Don’t vote for the lesser of two evils. I have a friend who is disgusted with the two main parties. He actually likes one of the third parties, but will not vote for them because they do not stand a chance. If your beliefs line up with the Green or Libertarian parties, vote for them. The only way they will get traction is if people start supporting them with votes.

Well, that sums up the Rebel’s thoughts on the voting process. learn about all candidates and vote for the one you believe to be the best. Stay involved in the process. Many say it is broken. It won’t get fixed if people don’t act. Start acting!

-rebel