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Ohg Rea Tone is all or nothing. He is educated and opinionated, more clever than smart, sarcastic and forthright. He writes intuitively - often disregarding rules of composition. Comment on his posts - he will likely respond with characteristic humor or genuine empathy. He is the real-deal.
Obama – Clinton, Democratic Debate, 1-31-08, II
Son, The debate continues. To Obama: why are you qualified? Obama recounts his entire resume, “I have found that the leadership that is needed is someone who can bring people together… I respect Senator Clinton’s record but I believe that the skills that I have are the right skill that are needed right now…” To […]
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Clinton-Obama, Democratic Debate, 1-31-08
Son, For the first time ever we are watching a woman and an African-American debate for the nomination of their party for President of the United States. Wolf Blitzer has just introduced the candidates. There is a couple of minutes of photo-ops. The stakes are very high – with only five days to the Super […]
1Feb2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
The John McCain Shelter for Abused Conservatives
John McCain has brought sanity back into the Republican Party. McCain is the realistic optimist of Ronald Reagan. The Reagan Revolution has been hijacked by abusive personalities who hope only for power and control. When an abused spouse cries out for help we provide an Abuse Shelter. We provide a place of sanctuary. We provide […]
31Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 4 comments | Continued
Republican Debate, 1-29-08
Son, The Republican debate is on CNN tonight. It is being hosted by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. John McCain, Mitt Romney, Ron Paul, and Mike Huckabee are participating. I missed a few minutes because of a black tie affair that I could not get out of. The question is what about 100 year involvement […]
31Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Bill Moyers and Big Media
Son, You will note that I really like Bill Moyers. I have addresed the issue of Corporate Media. I find the pundits seeking Nielson Ratings to meet the needs of their Corporate owners – thus failing the American public. The idea of the 1st Amendment is central to a free society. Corporate Media ownership removes […]
31Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Bill Moyers and Big Media | Continued
The Ron Paul Revolution – reports by PBS
Son, This guy, Ron Paul, is something of a phenomenon. He is wildly conservative – while presenting himself as a practical man. The mainstream media has given him no attention – other than to dismiss his candidacy. There is a Ron Paul Revolution. This ten term Congressman has used the modern technology of the internet […]
31Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Ron Paul Revolution – reports by PBS | Continued
Bill Moyers, Rupert Murdock, PBS
Son, I am a big fan of Bill Moyers. He is that long time respected journalist that now works exclusively for PBS, Bill Moyers brings intellect, poise, and dignity to journalism. Over the years Moyers has introduced me to such influential people as Joseph Campbell and Robert Bly. I respect him a great deal – […]
31Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Bill Moyers, Rupert Murdock, PBS | Continued
Ron Paul reports on his campaign
Son, This guy does not quit. Others have hung it up – perhaps they are more practical. But there are realities. Ron Paul continues to raise money. He continues to win votes. He is not considered a ‘serious candidate’ by the mainstream media. And is probably not considered serious by the other Republican Candidates. I […]
31Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Ron Paul reports on his campaign | Continued
Negotiate technique – but never negotiate Principle!
Son, 2008 is a year of change – but what change? The candidates for President each have their prescription for a healthy America. And each of them has suggested valid, workable solutions to the myriad of problems facing this great nation. But we must be careful – in our zeal to achieve we sometimes miss […]
31Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Negotiate technique – but never negotiate Principle! | Continued
Jon Stewart gives pointers to Ron Paul
Son, Ron Paul did the now required appearance on Jon Stewart’s Daily Show. Jon Stewart was not only gracious but offered some sage advice on managing the other candidates during the debates. They had a civil conversation. Mr. Paul presented well – to my surprise. Mr. Paul noted that the other candidates are not very […]
30Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Jon Stewart gives pointers to Ron Paul | Continued
Caroline Kennedy or Michael Reagan
Son, Presidents have sons and daughters. Sometimes the children grow up to engage politics, sometimes they don’t. Think of Caroline Kennedy, daughter of John F. Kennedy, and an image comes to mind. Think of Michael Reagan, son of Ronald Reagan, and another image comes to mind – hopefully not for long. Do the children of […]
30Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Caroline Kennedy or Michael Reagan | Continued
Obama is shaping the national debate
Son, Giuliani was on television tonight – talking about the need to overcome the idea of red states and blues states, noting that we have to be united. Romney is on right now – talking about a new generation of problems. New technologies and new competitors on the world market. “We must leave our children […]
30Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Clinton Ambushed Obama in Florida
Son, Hillary Clinton played a nasty game tonight. She ambushed Barack Obama in Florida. How so? There was no open competition. The Democratic National Committee chose not to recognize the Florida Primary because Florida chose to move the date of the Primary. The candidates had agreed not to campaign in Florida and to not accept […]
30Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
McCains wins Florida – huge for his candidacy
Son, Based on exit polling – John McCain has scored a huge victory. His totals look like they will come in around 31%. It is huge because this give confidence to the people with the money. More money translates into being able to better distribute their message before the Super Tuesday Primaries – one week […]
30Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
George Wallace Tie – 1968
Son, As I said before, I collect political campaign paraphernalia. Some people have asked to see a picture of my George Wallace tie from the 1968 Presidential election. Here is the tie with a 1988 campaign button for Jesse Jackson. I had to attach them because of the striking contrast. What do you suppose this […]
30Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
Boring Republicans run a 1994 Campaign
Son, Much of the media attention is given to Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. Why is that? Fox news would say it is because the media is too liberal. If the Republicans would ever say anything new perhaps they would be in the news. My notion is that the Republicans are so darn boring. Listen […]
29Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
The Super Bowl, PGA, and Prosperity Gospel
Son, If we use the measuring stick of Joel Osteen, that Prophet of Prosperity, we could reasonably surmise that the NFL is sanctioned by Jesus Christ himself. God sits at the 50 yard line. The Apostle Paul has season tickets. The Super Bowl is prospering, and Phoenix is the Promised Land. There is not much […]
29Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Super Bowl, PGA, and Prosperity Gospel | Continued
Notes on Belichick and Brady – psychological warfare
Son, The New England Patriots feel a sense of destiny. They are half right. They are destined to lose the big game. Their coaching gaminess is catching up with them. Psychological tricks only work for awhile. Fool me once sort of logic. Is Tom Brady injured or not? Is Belichick stonewalling? Belichick manages every aspect […]
29Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Notes on Belichick and Brady – psychological warfare | Continued
Christ, or Anti-Christ
Son, Take a look at the State of the World. Look at the role of religion in world events. Look at the disparity of faiths represented by the candidates for President of the United States. Who or what is running this show? The term, Anti- Christ, is mentioned in the Bible very briefly. I think […]
29Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Christ, or Anti-Christ | Continued
Bush – SOTU – no call for sacrifice – no hope
Son, One of the problems these past seven years is that the American public has not been asked to directly suffer to rigors of war. There is indirect suffering – blamed on the Democrats. Bush gave his State of Denial. The President gave a list of highlights of his Presidency with the same set of […]
29Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Bush – SOTU – no call for sacrifice – no hope | Continued
President Bush – State of the Union – 1-28-08
Tonight is the final State of the Union address by President George W. Bush. The speech is on. President Bush began with recounting seven years of turmoil and debate, calling on the Congress for unity in Government. Bush calls on the Congress to make tax relief permanent. If any bills to raise taxes reach my […]
29Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
John McCain on Iraq Strategy – Meet The Press
Son, I am in no way an advocate of the war in Iraq. With that said our country is engaged in a War. A war whose outcome has serious consequence for America. John McCain is a man who understands war. Mr. McCain is not a war monger. He is not a cruel man. Mr. McCain […]
29Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on John McCain on Iraq Strategy – Meet The Press | Continued
Video comparing Obama to Robert Kennedy
Son, The excitement of hope has returned to America. I was 18 and eligible for the draft when Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated. An entire generation of Americans was devastated. I remember the sense of loss, loss of hope, loss of dreams. Today I believe there are better days ahead. [wp_youtube]H6xyhBMMFlY[/wp_youtube] Dad
29Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Video comparing Obama to Robert Kennedy | Continued
A Sense of Hope, A Sense of Destiny…. Kennedy
Son, Inspiring events are happening in America. Civil Rights, Social Justice, workers, disabled, education, voters rights, quality Health Care, Senator Edward Kennedy. There is a movement afoot, and the Republicans will not be able to stop it. Senator Kennedy is endorsing Mr. Obama as I write and I can barely keep up. “…Courage, insight, bold […]
29Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on A Sense of Hope, A Sense of Destiny…. Kennedy | Continued
Hillary found her voice, his name is Bill
Son, When Hillary Clinton choked with emotion on the eve of the New Hampshire Primary many people saw her humanity. Some say that this very personal appeal, this letting down of her guard, this emerging humanity, was the deciding factor in the vote. She won New Hampshire. In her victory speech she claimed that, “I […]
28Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Hillary found her voice, his name is Bill | Continued
State of the Union, State of Denial
Son, The speech writers have their challenge. Tonight’s State of the Union by President George W. Bush will be his last. He is worried about his legacy – and this is an opportunity to set the historical stage. The State of the Union has become the mantle for the President to sway public opinion. So […]
28Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Racism, just another campaign challenge
Son, The media is in a big toot about Racism. Bill Clinton dismissed Obama’s victory in South Carolina by stating that Jesse Jackson won there in 1984 and 1988. The implication was that Barack Obama is just another black man. The media interprets this as an attempt to minimize Obama by Clinton. Well duh! What […]
28Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Racism, just another campaign challenge | Continued
What’s his name, that Black Golfer?
Son, There is some guy playing golf like it is nobody’s business. I am getting old and cannot remember names very well. But I will try to recount some of the legends. Then I’ll tell you about the new guy. That guy Jack could hit a nickle on the green. Gary was a player. Arnie […]
28Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on What’s his name, that Black Golfer? | Continued
Bloggers in the White House? What is that about?
Son, I’m not sure Hillary Clinton understands the narrative nature of blogging. But she does understand the value of interactive media – and the need for unedited content. She was asked a question recently – well, here is the video. Dad
28Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Bloggers in the White House? What is that about? | Continued
Kennedys endorse Obama – so what?
Son, There is an old axiom in local politics, “When someone or some group endorses you, you get all of their enemies and none of their friends.” Is this true? What can an endorsement by Ted Kennedy add to Mr. Obama’s candidacy. This is important on a couple of notes. Senator Kennedy has as many […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Kennedys endorse Obama – so what? | Continued
Video – Obama South Carolina Victory Speech
Son, This man could stand on the stage with Abraham Lincoln. Watch for yourself. [wp_youtube]RQcMNhCr4WU[/wp_youtube] Dad
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Video – Obama South Carolina Victory Speech | Continued
Obama speech in South Carolina.
Son, I was able to capture some of Obama’s words. There is no way I could capture the power. Mr. Obama has the oratory skills of Abraham Lincoln. The depth of his intellect is inspiring – This man is the real deal. Here is some of what he said: “Where we are met with cynicism […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
Redneck video commentary on the election
Son, These guys are really funny. What is funny about them? I don’t know – perhaps it is because they are so humbly accurate. At this time of political pundits on MSNBC and CNN and that other redneck station – it is refreshing to see a couple of guys that can have a good laugh. […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Redneck video commentary on the election | Continued
Obama South Carolina Slide Show – powerful!
Son, I know that you caucused for Obama in Iowa. You should be proud. This man is sweeping the nation with the Audacity of Hope. This is not just a title of a book. This man is real and people are seeing his power. Caroline Kennedy is endorsing Obama tomorrow with an op-ed that is […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Obama South Carolina Slide Show – powerful! | Continued
Obama Iowa Victory Speech
Son, Obama is an orator of Lincoln proportions. Cameras love some politicians, the microphone loves Barack Obama. Attached here is the speech Mr. Obama gave after his victory in Iowa. [wp_youtube]yqoFwZUp5vc[/wp_youtube] Dad
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Obama Iowa Victory Speech | Continued
Obama has the national Delegate lead
Son, This South Carolina primary election is really big. The Obama campaign was hoping to win up to 20 of the 45 delegates available in South Carolina. It looks like they will round up over 25 delegates. Obama already had a couple of delegates lead over Clinton. This clearly puts Obama in the driver’s seat. […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Obama has the national Delegate lead | Continued
Obama Wins South Carolina- AP says Rout!
Son, This is a big day in American Politics. Barack Obama has won the South Carolina Democratic Primary. The Associated Press is calling this victory a rout. The white vote split three ways with Obama, Clinton, and Edwards. What can this mean? Obama continues to show strength. He seemed to lose some steam after Iowa […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Another video on Prosperity Gospel
Son, I appreciate your struggle with the variety of means that Jesus is presented. These are confusing times. People who have become successful in America are conflicted – the traditional message of suffering no longer fits their lifestyle. The ministers of the Prosperity Gospel seek to find an audience among the wealthy – why do […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Another video on Prosperity Gospel | Continued
Democrats on speaking English as official language
Son, I am happy that these folks take these issues seriously. Sometimes they sound like they are spinning the issue in their favor – but I believe that they are not. They are pointing out the necessary complications of making rash political decisions. Wolf Blitzer asked the question because he knows it is a hot […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Democrats on speaking English as official language | Continued
Bruce Springsteen on Immigration
Son, Bruce Springsteen sings “This Land is Your Land” – a beautiful rendition of the Woody Guthrie classic. This song was written by a frustrated Guthrie in protest about the State by State policy on immigration. See Where is Woody Guthrie. The tragedy of the Dust Bowl swept this great nation during the Depression. People […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Bruce Springsteen on Immigration | Continued
McCain on Immigration – I like him (video)
Son, I like John McCain. I think he is an honest and practical man. Unfortunately the Republican Party is so irrational that the fringe party base makes it difficult for a man like McCain to win the nomination. I write about immigration from the perspective of humanity rather than economics – and that is how […]
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on McCain on Immigration – I like him (video) | Continued
1984 Steve Jobs video introducing Macintosh
Son, Steve Jobs is a remarkable man. He introduced the Macintosh in 1984, replacing the Apple II. The progress has been steady and relevant. Jobs dropped the word ‘computer’ fro the Apple brand because the line of products surpassed what most people think of in computers. Here is a cool video. [wp_youtube]37GQXJvSxvU[/wp_youtube] Dad
27Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on 1984 Steve Jobs video introducing Macintosh | Continued
Matthews and Russert – Laurel and Hardy
Son, Chris Matthews and Tim Russert remind me of the original comedy team of Laurel and Hardy. Russert does not like to do heavy lifting – so he asks questions about driver’s licenses and race and gender. At a recent round table discussion Russert said something about women voters – a female panelist responded that […]
26Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Matthews and Russert – Laurel and Hardy | Continued
MSNBC Dumbs Down Demographics
Son, The constant harping on polls by demographics is wearing thin. Chris Matthews and Tim Russert have to be two of the worst. The suggestion is that people can only vote for people like themselves. Women vote for women. Blacks vote for blacks. Matthews votes for Russert. This denigration of masses of people based on […]
26Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on MSNBC Dumbs Down Demographics | Continued
Race is perception – why it matters in politics
Son, I am a baby boomer – that generation of people that outnumber the rest of you folks. We grew up with civil rights and anti-war protesting and counter culture movements. Today we are skeptical about those who wish to claim the mantle of leadership for cultural change. Race is always important. We loved Martin […]
26Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Race is perception – why it matters in politics | Continued
Foreign Policy – Ron Paul is almost right
Son, I am scaring myself. I listen to Ron Paul and find merit in some of what he says. The problem with Ron Paul rests with frequent leaps of logic. He is one of those conspiracy theory folks who sees ghosts in every corner. The problem is there is occasionally a ghost and no one […]
25Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
GOP Predictions – McCain and Romney
Son, After the Florida primary the Republican field will shrink. Two candidates will emerge as the front runners. McCain and Romney. McCain will be seen as the establishment candidate. Thompson, Huckabee, and Giuliani will line up with McCain. Ronmey will run as the outsider. He will run as the Republican of change. Not a bad […]
25Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on GOP Predictions – McCain and Romney | Continued
Irvin Rosenfeld on Medical Marijuana
Son, In an effort to present more information I offer this video from Irvin Rosenfeld testifying on the medical benefits of using Marijuana. Mr. Rosenfeld has some multiple congenital bone disease. This issue is one that has been taken out of the court of reason and placed in the court of politics. As anyone who […]
25Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Irvin Rosenfeld on Medical Marijuana | Continued
Rudy Giuliani is at Waterloo
Son, Rudy Giuliani is running for Mayor of America. It isn’t working. Giuliani was the Mayor of New York City when the planes hit the World Trade Center. He was a visible, courageous, forceful leader. Mr. September 11 has bumbled his campaign for President. Giuiliani has had a strange strategy – He tried to run […]
25Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Republican Debate, 1-24-08
Son, Brian Williams is on stage to moderate his biased colleague Tim Russert. The Republicans are at it. These folks are much less inspiring than the Democrats. Is this because I don’t believe that any one of these men will be elected President. Perhaps. At any rate the Republican debate is at times boring. Mike […]
25Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued