Senate Upset in Massachusetts and Obama's Next Move--Right, Left. or Down the Middle ??

And now for a little political chat---my favorite kind of chat! OMG, did she say political chat? Well, yes, I did--and I can---if you're game. Problem is nobody wants to chat about politics---not politically correct! But it's what I heard someone describe as the "wall paper" of our lives, so very present and influencing. How can we not think about it, and if we're thinking about it, why not discuss what we're thinking? Are we just reduced to harmless, but oh, so boring chit chat like-- "What's up?"," How do you like this weather?", and "Have a nice day"? Or, my favorite--"what movies have you seen lately? " ( I actually like that one, but that can be dangerous too, if you've seen a Michael Moore diatribe). But is it that difficult to agree to disagree ? I find the people who are willing to talk a little politics are the most interesting, because they are usually the most informed, therefore not fearful of entering into a conversation about which they may know little. I also find the wisest people are those who keep their cool, while expressing their view points and courteously listen to the opposing view without getting angry, huffy, or condescending. I believe that would be called an intelligent debate---an exchange of ideas, a civil discourse. I love that, so---let's have one!

What does everybody think of the Massachusett's Senate upset last Tuesday? How about that virtually unknown, Scott Brown? Is he the new Sheriff in town? Or just a way for the people of Mass. to say " no" to the proposed health care bill, and other things going on in government? If nothing else, it was a loud wake-up call to President Obama and his administration, that perhaps they had best start paying better attention and not be assuming that everybody is agreeing with them. I think they got the message---Obama has even ordered his former campaign manager, David Plouffe, to oversee Senate, House, and Gubnatorial races to try and forsee trends before the next voting season, so that they can avoid another Mass. It will be an interesting midterm election time. With the possible death of Obama's health care plan as it stands now, and the resulting ripple effect on other Democrat politicians, there's a lot at stake. Listen up, Mr. Plouffe---it's not just about trends and pretty speeches---it's about the message of the trends,which is that the the natives are getting restless---come to the middle, Mr. Obama. That's where most of us are--not hard left or hard right. Thank you chatting--or listening. Now, it's your turn!