3rd party

I don't normally discuss politics with anyone but my closest friends. But I thought I'd share my views from the frozen tundra (Minnesota).

I'm a frustrated conservative living in a land of liberals. I've learned that liberals have some good ideas especially when it comes to those of us who deal with disabilities. Recently my frustration has grown to cover both Republicans and Democrats alike.

The recent vote to bailout the failing financial institutions pushed me over the edge. Both presidential candidates voted for it. The major flaw in the plan is the debt they put on the country in order to save private entities that were foolish. It was evident that this was wrong in the comments I received from my own Senator. He felt it wasn't the best of plans but *had* to do it to save the economy. Whatever happened to finding the best plan?

Before I get out of hand here, my frustration is causing me to seriously consider 3rd party candidates. The two party system is broken. There's corruption (and stupidity) on both sides of the aisle. I'm ready for our government to be shaken to it's foundations and get a fresh perspective.

I don't really like either presidential candidate.

In my opinion, John McCain some how believes he deserves to be president merely for his amazing service to our country. The service was and is amazing, but it's still not a ticket to the White House.

In my opinion, Barack Obama is well rehearsed and apt at playing the crowd and a camera. Whether or not he will be a good leader will be seen come January (in case you couldn't tell I'm resigned to the likelihood of his presidency).

The time has come for *real* change. Not the kind of change that blows with the wind or the latest poll, but the kind of change that is true, wise, foundational, and lasting.

I'm of the mind to "throw the bums out." Seriously folks, can we really do worse than where we are today?