From the Blue State...
Six Things you can do to Help Beat George W. Bush -
By Todd Haskins
Talk to your neighbors, family, friends, boss, co-workers, barber, or anyone you are close with. Most voters in America are not involved in politics. They usually base their final decision of who to vote for on what they remember they heard, which is usually dependent on how many times they heard it. So over a cup of coffee or wherever, have a real honest discussion with the person about what is going on in the world. Don't necessarily bring up either of the two candidates. The dialogue needs to be centered around "whether or not you are better off than four years ago?" And why? Little conversations can help change the minds of voters because they are honest discussions about life in general - which average Americans who are not involved in politics can relate to.
Get involved in any way possible in helping John F. Kerry. It could mean joining the campaign in your local community, and organizing John F. Kerry "Meetups." If you do not have time, at least buy a sign that endorses him. Put it outside your house or apartment, on your window or even on the back of your car - someplace where the largest number of people can see it. Your friends and family need to know who you are supporting, and that you care about it.
Donate money to John F. Kerry or the Democratic National Committee. This could mean a simple $10 or $20, nothing more than you can give. Every dollar counts. George W. Bush has raised more than $170 million, which will be spent on backstabbing attack ads against John F. Kerry. We can do something about it collectively, only if we are willing to do what is necessary. As I said: every dollar counts.
Call in to radio and television talk shows. Right wing radio is going to every length in fraudulantly attacking Kerry's character. You need to level the playing field on the radio. If you really want to challenge yourself on the radio, then call up Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Bill O'Reilly, or other conservative personalities and challenge them. Don't yell. Just speak calmly and politely, stating your point by using facts and thanking the host when you are finished. Nothing drives conservatives more crazy than a mature Democrat that makes them look like old and grumpy.
Get informed. Watch the news, go to web sites like this one, and read books by progressives such as Al Franken and James Carville. You will be better prepared to defend your case in a debate, and even pursuade a few undecided voters.
Finally, defend yourself. Do not let conservatives get away with lying when they debate you in politics. Defend your party and yourself. Just don't do it by pointing fingers or raising your voice. For example, if you really want to annoy a Bush supporter, then nod your head at everything they say so they think you agree. When they are finished with their rant, then say, "You know, I've been trying to pinpoint what I like about Bush the most. Lately I narrowed it down to two issues. Well, I want your opinion." The person will smile, anxiously awaiting what you ask. You then say, "Which do you like better? The Deficit? Or the lies? Me personally, I like the lies. They were pretty creative, especially with the whole weapons of mass destruction and all." Basically, stand up for your political beliefs by poking fun at the other side, and getting them to think.
By Todd Haskins
Talk to your neighbors, family, friends, boss, co-workers, barber, or anyone you are close with. Most voters in America are not involved in politics. They usually base their final decision of who to vote for on what they remember they heard, which is usually dependent on how many times they heard it. So over a cup of coffee or wherever, have a real honest discussion with the person about what is going on in the world. Don't necessarily bring up either of the two candidates. The dialogue needs to be centered around "whether or not you are better off than four years ago?" And why? Little conversations can help change the minds of voters because they are honest discussions about life in general - which average Americans who are not involved in politics can relate to.
Get involved in any way possible in helping John F. Kerry. It could mean joining the campaign in your local community, and organizing John F. Kerry "Meetups." If you do not have time, at least buy a sign that endorses him. Put it outside your house or apartment, on your window or even on the back of your car - someplace where the largest number of people can see it. Your friends and family need to know who you are supporting, and that you care about it.
Donate money to John F. Kerry or the Democratic National Committee. This could mean a simple $10 or $20, nothing more than you can give. Every dollar counts. George W. Bush has raised more than $170 million, which will be spent on backstabbing attack ads against John F. Kerry. We can do something about it collectively, only if we are willing to do what is necessary. As I said: every dollar counts.
Call in to radio and television talk shows. Right wing radio is going to every length in fraudulantly attacking Kerry's character. You need to level the playing field on the radio. If you really want to challenge yourself on the radio, then call up Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Bill O'Reilly, or other conservative personalities and challenge them. Don't yell. Just speak calmly and politely, stating your point by using facts and thanking the host when you are finished. Nothing drives conservatives more crazy than a mature Democrat that makes them look like old and grumpy.
Get informed. Watch the news, go to web sites like this one, and read books by progressives such as Al Franken and James Carville. You will be better prepared to defend your case in a debate, and even pursuade a few undecided voters.
Finally, defend yourself. Do not let conservatives get away with lying when they debate you in politics. Defend your party and yourself. Just don't do it by pointing fingers or raising your voice. For example, if you really want to annoy a Bush supporter, then nod your head at everything they say so they think you agree. When they are finished with their rant, then say, "You know, I've been trying to pinpoint what I like about Bush the most. Lately I narrowed it down to two issues. Well, I want your opinion." The person will smile, anxiously awaiting what you ask. You then say, "Which do you like better? The Deficit? Or the lies? Me personally, I like the lies. They were pretty creative, especially with the whole weapons of mass destruction and all." Basically, stand up for your political beliefs by poking fun at the other side, and getting them to think.
posted by BLONDIE at 12:57 PM
1 Comments:
I also think that you should be prepared for physical confrontation. I observed a 200+ pound man intimidate a young woman for going to go see F9/11. If you see stuff like that, I think any good man should teach these intimidators a new attitude.
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