All Posts Tagged With: "politician"
Searching for Honesty and Integrity in Nationally Known Politicians
Sometimes I just write satire, or just sarcasm. The folly of national politics seems somehow unworthy of serious commentary. But however foolish the politicians seem – the business of our government is serious. Real people are directly and immediately impacted by political decisions. Real wars are fought. Real soldiers die. Real debt is incurred. Generations […]
16Aug2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
New Congressional By-laws To Change Government Process
Just about everyone in the United States agrees that there is a problem in Washington, D. C. Some blame the Democrats, some the Republicans. Some blame liberals, some conservatives. Anyone placing this sort of blame is a part of the problem. What the partisans fail to realize is that we are all on the same […]
19May2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Delusional Politicians, Pelosi, Boehner, Blago
These folks are really off the rail, sidetracked, stumbling over old rhetoric. I am talking about politicians who somehow think that worn out political tactics can continue to fool the public.
The most obvious is the Illinois Governor. The Illinois Senate is holding impeachment hearings for unethical practices by the Governor. The Governor, known now simply as Blago, is tooting his horn in any parade that will have him. Blago made the rounds of the New York based talking head shows – he claims he is a martyr, being nailed to the cross of injustice by local politicians who want to rape the Illinois treasury. It is only Blago who stands between the corruption of the Illinois Congress and the safety of America. Just about everyone is entertained – and not convinced.
28Jan2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
Risk Adverse Politicians
The art of politics is often seen as the art of compromise, the art of the deal. Politicians ask themselves, “How might I explain decisions made, and please 51% of the people?” The job of the politician is viewed through two lenses – what is best for the country, and what is best for the […]
12Jan2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
The Marines in Iraq
What is it about Marines that make them so special? When called upon to serve they do not ask why – they merely pack their bags and go. They do what is asked of them. They believe in their hearts that their missions are honorable – that they are in the service of America. How […]
9Oct2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Marines in Iraq | Continued
McCain’s Criminal Closed Thinking
There is a booklet in the State Prison System which is used in the drug and alcohol treatment programs. The association with drugs and alcohol is faulty – but the idea is this: What types of “Closed Thinking” leads to criminal behavior? In light of the criminal behavior on Wall Street we should ask these […]
20Sep2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Grief – an Emotional Response to the Economy
Son, I am suffering the stock market drop. My portfolio for retirement has been devastated. The emotion is gripping. As I pondered my own reaction I realized that I am suffering a grief response. This is not an academic discussion – people across America are suffering the grief of real loss. So what is Grief? […]
22Jan2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Grief – an Emotional Response to the Economy | Continued
following Jesus and the political process
Dad, Our discussion about Matthew 25 and politicians brings up a dillemma that I have wrestled with for some time. Should a follower of Jesus run for political office? Certainly, there is merit in being involved in the poklitical process and instigating change is a big job, but the teachings of Jesus are specifically about […]
19Jan2008 | bryan | Comments Off on following Jesus and the political process | Continued