A Little Controversial

We just read an article that reviewed racial bias and its pertinence to the current presidential election, but I wanted to look into other aspects that might effect the race as well.

One thing that I thought would have a pretty big effect was religion, and how many people would vote for a candidate because of their religious beliefs.

For example, I am a Roman Catholic, which tend to be more conservative, but I view myself as a more Liberal Independent. My parents on the other hand are conservatives, this fitting the religious mold.

Any one else have a take on this? (Possibly with other religions)

No Dancing Shoes for Mr. Dawson

Just wanted to point out that at the Homecoming dance I did not once see that Mr. Dawson was out on the dance floor. I did however see, Mr Lester, Mrs. Hamilton, Mrs Wright, and that new History teacher, but alas, no Mr Dawson...what a shame

No Dancing Shoes for Mr. Dawson

12th Congressional District Showdown for House of Rep

We recently had both the candidates who were running for the local Congressman spot in the House of Representatives. Both Rush Holt, and Alan Bateman came to North Brunswick to take our questions, and provide insight as to what their stance was on certain topics, and how we would benefit from them being in Congress.

In my opinion, Rush Holt would have won this if it was a debate. When both candidates were asked similar questions, I felt that Holt had stronger responses, thus gaining the upper hand over Bateman. Although I don't completely agree with the views of either candidate, I believe that Holt's answers were more thorough than Bateman's.

On some topics, Bateman seemed to have a good angle, but could not develop his ideas enough, and on others he just didn't know what to say. If there were one question where he won out over Holt, it would be the one asking "what is your opinion of the tenure system, and should some teachers not deserve it?" I felt that since he had a family background in the subject, he was able to give a better answer than Holt, even though oddly enough Holt was a teacher.

Anyone else have opinions on them?

Are Americans Stupid?

Since we are currently researching our candidates for the NJ 12th District House of Rep, I decided to provoke a question on more local terms.

With the congress's approval rating getting lower and lower, I ask you why do we continue to elect the same people for congress and senate?

It seems to me that they are not representing us as we wish, if we do not approve of our actions, but come election time, it is still a walk in the park for the incumbents.