In 100 words or less, explain your reasoning behind your party affiliation

[Packfan11]

I'll start:

I label myself as a moderate republican. My moral and social beliefs derive from my strong catholic upbringing, and my fiscal beliefs are strong conservatism. But I do feel my religious beliefs have no bearing on political policy. I’m against abortion, but I don’t think my government should tell people not to do it. I’m for the death penalty. I feel children and the elderly need to be taken care of. You don’t tax a country into prosperity. Healthy, able-bodied Americans should dig ditches & pick produce to pay for the assistance they get if unemployed. I’m for border control.

There. 100 words. From reading some of the posts on the politically-driven threads, I thought it would be good to see where and why everyone stands for what they do. I know 100 words is not enough, but try - I don't want this to turn into someone's manifesto. It's my hope that this doesn't turn into a flame thread, but a thread of understanding for everyone.

[Stuck in Seattle]

Republican. I'm not religious, but Christianity with its objective morality and belief in human dignity is an important part of the founding of our nation. The more we depart from these key points the more we suffer as a society. People today are not smarter about human nature than the founding fathers. So slow change based on the processes outlined in the Constitution is the best way to provide wealth and freedom to the citizens. Majority opinion should rule except in cases where we are violating our own beliefs that were enumerated at our founding. Big government is a leach on society and destructive of freedom. The Republican Party best fits with these views.

REVISED for clarity and to better follow the rules.

[Posturedoc]

I hate conservatives, they are all Currently Unable of Normal Thought S, whatever that means. I especially hate PF11 and all he stands for in life except when he buys me lunch and a beer.












How's that for a thread hijack?

Edit: I'll chime in with a legitimate post on this thread later, but it might have to wait until I return from vacation on Monday as there are no internets where I'm going and I don't think I'm going to have time to construct a paragraph jam-packed with my super unique and 100% correct political views in less than 100 words. Heck, I've surpassed the 100 word limit in this post with the addition of my edit. Can we make a 1000 word exception for me?

[furry]

My spiritual beliefs used to determine my party affiliation, but no longer, since neither party is committed to build a spiritual platform. I am non-partisan since it is the focus of each main party to simply get power by any means, and each are not focused on the people they supposedly represent. Partisanship ensures that this country stays in a weakened condition and neither party deserves loyalty. Work together and strengthen this country or stay out of politics.

[student4ever]

Non-partisan. Most of my non-SBS friends are liberals and consider me to be the conservative of the group. I'm increasingly leaning more and more democratic due to republicans actions and words, particularly with regards to science and religion. I am a scientist who grew up in a very religious family, and I feel like the republicans have been increasingly using pro-religion and anti-science rhetoric as a tool to control their constituents through fear. I don't see the disconnect between science and religion many people from both sides try to force upon others. I agree with the concept that those who are yelling the loudest are often the least in touch with reality and if both parties are unhappy, then I generally think things are going ok.

That pretty much sums it up. Good thread to try to get an idea of where people are coming from.

[PACKFAN22]

Ok, so i am a republican leaning moderate. I am pro gun, and pro choice on abortion. I am a fan of science and not a huge fan of organized religion. I believe we need to secure our borders, and do something about our immigration issues. I also don't believe in handouts, for all those that sit there with their hand out waiting for money, if it were up to me that hand would be filled with a tool (shovel, pick axe, axe etc) you'll work for it but you will get it.

[NMpackalum]

Independent. The Dems and Republicans are equally adept at playing politics to the detriment of their constituents. Socially I'm on the left side of the fence but like many on the board, I'm fiscally conservative. My liberal friends don't seem to want to debate based on facts, they just "feel that they are right". My Rt wing friends let single issues determine their votes. As a business owner and physician, I see the outrageous expansion and abuse of entitlements. The recent health bill under the guise of reform has pushed me to vote Republican though as this bill with its bazillion unintended consequences does nothing but make private insurance unaffordable for anyone and covers no one. Probably more than 200 words.

[Slapdad]

I love elephants.

[Posturedoc]

I love elephants.

But you're such a jackass............dammit! I just can't stick to the rules. I'm leaving now......happy 4th everybody.

[Slapdad]

but you're such a jackass............dammit! I just can't stick to the rules. I'm leaving now......happy 4th everybody.

****knee-slapper alert*****

har-har-har-snort

[thevoice]

Fiscal conservative and social libertarian. I don't care what you do, who you do it with, or why you do it as long as you don't shove it in my face, use my tax dollars to pay for it, or infinge on somebody else's rights to do what they want.. I take care of my family and expect you to do the same. No handouts expected and none forcefully taken. You take care of the kids you bring into this world. That's your job, not mine. Strong borders, plentiful police and fire, and tax only what is necessary.

[zoning_out]

I'm Republican with Liberal tendencies... Probably because democrats cause inflation and make the lower class more poor. But I hate hardcore capitalism and having companies that control everything. <---I could expand but it would be more than 100 words. Registered Republican but I think if I stop being lazy I'll re-register as independent. I think I could almost fit the voice's fiscally conservative and socially libertarian.

[PackIzBack]

I shall title my 100 word essay

PIB The Conservative- A Christian man and a small business owner who's political beliefs have nothing to do with either of the aforementioned attributes.

My mother was born in Holland and was the fifteenth of sixteen kids in her family. She grew up with limited means and worked the family farm. I’m one of her two sons, both born in the USA. As she would tell you, the only reason to go hungry in this country is if you are too lazy to eat. I support the preservation of the freedoms and liberties on which this country was founded. I believe that the human desire to succeed and achieve comfort and happiness is the key to a successful economic engine. The free-market system with limited government interference is the system that best supports my beliefs.

cool side note-picture of my mom's family the day they left Holland: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n289/renodude22/vanaerts.jpg?t=1278129357

[blue grass wolf]

"If someone gets paid for not working, that means someone works for no pay." is a saying my dad used to say. The older I get, the more I agree with him. I"m not happy with either party, but I vote Republican for lack of a better choice. I'm a combat Vet and a Christian family man, the Dem's have nothing I want....

[Nosebleed]

Registered republican, but pretty liberal on social issues. I think the country needs to secure the borders. I don't mind my tax dollars helping those that need it through circumstances in their life, but if you are able bodied you should get a job. I strongly believe in term limits for all politicians, and would be happy with a jury duty type service for all of us to actively participate in the process. Line item veto for the president is a plus, I am sick of how many items are added onto the bills that go through the senate. In fact, I think we should grossly limit the amount of dollars that go back to Washington so there are less vote buying dollars available to those hos.

Probably over a hundred.

Rick

[rimrocker26]

Libertarian:

Both major political parties in the US suck! They both want to restrict freedom in different ways. The Republican party is just as guilty for the fall of America as the fiscally left dems because they alienate the fiscally conservative liberals. Basically, I just believe that too much government influence in both business and social issues creates nothing but problems.

[wolf_chatter]

First of all I am very liberal socially, my moto is why do you care what anyone else does?

Let gays get married. It doesn't change your life in anyway.

Legalize drugs and tax them. Booze kills more people per year probably than drugs so get off your high horse about pot, etc. You allow people to murder others all day in this country by legalized drinking... you have no leg to stand on.

Abortion isn't great but neither is the alternative, stay out of women's bodies you have no right to tell another person what they can or cannot do to themselves.

Legalize Euthenasia, quit pretending that forcing people to live in pain is even remotely humane. If you are going to die why not have the option to die with some dignity. And don't argue the bullshi* red-herring well then the Gov. will start murdering old people to save money. Thats crap and you know it. It will be a choice made before hand just like DNR's.


fiscally I am conservative, less govt. run more effeciently. I would have let the banks, wall street and the car industry fail.

Make as much money as you can, spend it however you want but pay your fair share of taxes. 5 - 15% no deductions, no breaks and thats for the poorest to the richest.

Privatize SS and mandate HSA's for those 18 - 70 then you can get on Medicare.

Privatize USPS as well.

Hand guns, rifles, shotguns... leave them alone, however any assualt rifles need to go. If you use an assualt rifle to hunt your fu89ing idiot and have no right to own a gun. They are made to kill many people very fast... its their only purpose.

Thats pretty much it. I tend to vote dems because the Libertarians that run are all cooky and the republicans to "christiany" I look at it as the lesser of two evils. I would rather deal with SS and Medicare being f-ed up over forced pregancies, forced prayer or pledge and and ever increasing religious nanny-state.

[Packfan11]

First of all I am very liberal socially, my moto is why do you care what anyone else does?

Let gays get married. It doesn't change your life in anyway.

Legalize drugs and tax them. Booze kills more people per year probably than drugs so get off your high horse about pot, etc. You allow people to murder others all day in this country by legalized drinking... you have no leg to stand on.

Abortion isn't great but neither is the alternative, stay out of women's bodies you have no right to tell another person what they can or cannot do to themselves.

Legalize Euthenasia, quit pretending that forcing people to live in pain is even remotely humane. If you are going to die why not have the option to die with some dignity. And don't argue the bullshi* red-herring well then the Gov. will start murdering old people to save money. Thats crap and you know it. It will be a choice made before hand just like DNR's.


fiscally I am conservative, less govt. run more effeciently. I would have let the banks, wall street and the car industry fail.

Make as much money as you can, spend it however you want but pay your fair share of taxes. 5 - 15% no deductions, no breaks and thats for the poorest to the richest.

Privatize SS and mandate HSA's for those 18 - 70 then you can get on Medicare.

Privatize USPS as well.

Hand guns, rifles, shotguns... leave them alone, however any assualt rifles need to go. If you use an assualt rifle to hunt your fu89ing idiot and have no right to own a gun. They are made to kill many people very fast... its their only purpose.

Thats pretty much it. I tend to vote dems because the Libertarians that run are all cooky and the republicans to "christiany" I look at it as the lesser of two evils. I would rather deal with SS and Medicare being f-ed up over forced pregancies, forced prayer or pledge and and ever increasing religious nanny-state.


After that manifesto, I hearby dub thee.......

BARACK ANGLE

[NevadaConvert]

I'm a registered Republican and would fall into the moderate classification. I'm pretty conservative on some social issues, and others not at all. Same would apply to the fiscal side. I'm a moderate Republican because I feel like it. :)

But having said that, any objective person would see the probelms that both parties have. For example, Rep's have a tendency to support big business no matter what and have thought that they're trustworthy enough to scale back regulation. Of course, a lot of Republicans are now in favor of more regulation due to the many scandals that have helped to tank our economy. The Rep's running for office better get that point.

And then you have the Dem's catering towards the greedy trial lawyers and out of control unions. Unions have done a lot of good things and definitely have their place today. But the Dems have let some unions ruin big business and even entire state's like California. For example, the CA prison guard union is one of the reason's why CA is broke. The benefits they get are totally ridiculous.

[rimrocker26]

First of all I am very liberal socially, my moto is why do you care what anyone else does?

Let gays get married. It doesn't change your life in anyway.

Legalize drugs and tax them. Booze kills more people per year probably than drugs so get off your high horse about pot, etc. You allow people to murder others all day in this country by legalized drinking... you have no leg to stand on.

Abortion isn't great but neither is the alternative, stay out of women's bodies you have no right to tell another person what they can or cannot do to themselves.

Legalize Euthenasia, quit pretending that forcing people to live in pain is even remotely humane. If you are going to die why not have the option to die with some dignity. And don't argue the bullshi* red-herring well then the Gov. will start murdering old people to save money. Thats crap and you know it. It will be a choice made before hand just like DNR's.


fiscally I am conservative, less govt. run more effeciently. I would have let the banks, wall street and the car industry fail.

Make as much money as you can, spend it however you want but pay your fair share of taxes. 5 - 15% no deductions, no breaks and thats for the poorest to the richest.

Privatize SS and mandate HSA's for those 18 - 70 then you can get on Medicare.

Privatize USPS as well.

Hand guns, rifles, shotguns... leave them alone, however any assualt rifles need to go. If you use an assualt rifle to hunt your fu89ing idiot and have no right to own a gun. They are made to kill many people very fast... its their only purpose.

Thats pretty much it. I tend to vote dems because the Libertarians that run are all cooky and the republicans to "christiany" I look at it as the lesser of two evils. I would rather deal with SS and Medicare being f-ed up over forced pregancies, forced prayer or pledge and and ever increasing religious nanny-state.

I nominate for POTW lol. Agree with absolutely everything you said.

[tru-believer]

I'm a Democrat,belong to a labor union and feel the constant attack from the Republican party.I believe in a hand up not a handout.I advocate for better management of my tax dollars and a common sense approach to the management of our lands.I don't trust large corporations and support regulation to monitor and limit their actions.I am Pro-choice and I believe in a liberal interpretation of our constitution and want your belief in a God kept out of my face...

[Posturedoc]

I'm a Democrat,belong to a labor union and feel the constant attack from the Republican party.I believe in a hand up not a handout.I advocate for better management of my tax dollars and a common sense approach to the management of our lands.I don't trust large corporations and support regulation to monitor and limit their actions.I am Pro-choice and I believe in a liberal interpretation of our constitution and want your belief in a God kept out of my face...

Holy schmoly tru, I've been procrastinating on posting in this thread because I've been busy dealing with other important issues lately and you post this. I'm certain that I couldn't summarize my position any better other than not belonging to a union - though I would were I working in a union represented profession - so I'm going to take a page out of the Limbaugh playbook and state:

MEGA DITTOS!!

[renowiggum]

Power corrupts, and this applies to both corporations and governments. Government is less efficient (accomplishing goals requires more overhead), so I lean towards market solutions. I believe that regulators overestimate what they can accomplish, and underestimate the cost of regulation, therefore it should be applied sparingly.

Those with resources to do good for others should do so. Using the coercive power of government to compel this is serious, and should be limited to very serious needs. I am a Christian, and believe caring for the alien, orphaned, oppressed, and for the environment we are given is my responsibility.

[backsthepack]

"The general human populace are idiots and should not have the right to vote. I believe that the government should keep its nose out of people’s lives, and that any sort of social funding by the government is a waste of money. I believe in high taxes to fund education, national defense, public transportation, and a more level national debt. I believe in privatized prisons where prisoners work off their sentences for corporate gain, indifference to god, in the abolishment of minimum wage laws, equal rights acts, and the abolishment of homelessness through death. I do not believe in democracy."

100 words on why I keep my views out of the discussion for the most part.