Sherry Said:

Can the democratic party honestly not see what's happening or are they working for the mob?

We Answered:

The DNC has a long history of Mob involvement.

Oscar Said:

What is happening to the Democratic party in 2009?

We Answered:

Happens to every party in control of the power! You ain't see nothing yet, no you ain't seen nothing yet! Wait till Obama, Pelosi, and Reid have a set check. See who's got the biggest set. I guarantee they will have problems because each and every one of them think they are in control of the government!

Peggy Said:

What is the appeal of the democratic party?

We Answered:

First, it should be pointed out that the party is a pretty big umbrella party that envelopes a lot of different liberal factions, just as the Republican party envelopes different conservative factions.

Any point you make for either party might not be embraced by that entire party. For example, Democrats are for more government regulation in the economy in order to prevent any underhandedness, unfairness, or criminal acts, while promoting fairness and growth. The problem, however is that not all Dems want complete regulation, and some probably want less. And some want more, of course.

Democrats usually vote on more liberal policies such as pro-choice options or gun control. But again, not every liberal minded individual holds these beliefs simply because their party does.

If one had to sell the democratic party, it may be helpful to point out that the liberal stance allows for more debate. The beliefs are subject to adaptation per cultural change. Hence "liberal". The Democratic party, in theory, is designed to work for the public welfare.

Conservativism, even by definition, holds it's views staunchly. It too is designed for the public welfare, but does not adapt to public opinion. The views of conservatives usually revolve around traditional or fundamental beliefs that require the individual to conform to the belief.

However, it must be also pointed out that neither party can ever be classified as "better" than the other. Both parties are only as good as the people running them. And that is why many problems exist. Corrupt or misguided politicians make for bad interpretations of said parties' beliefs.

Roberta Said:

How will the Democratic party treat religious issues in say 5 or 10 years?

We Answered:

Greetings!

"Creation Science"?

"Historical Understanding of Marriage"?

And what is wrong with Pagans?

When the Pope goes to jail with his brother for sex abuse, along with loads of Fundies.....then reasonable people will shoulder the burden of keeping the World turning. And if you are an American, then you must follow the President wherever he leads....unless you are a Traitor to Democracy.

But feel free to mutter your ideas.......it`s a Free Country, thanks to the political system, the Military, and countless voters, who get to choose the Government...unlike Theocracies.

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Greg Said:

What is the difference between the democratic party and the republican party?

We Answered:

one is a JACKASS and the other is a LARDASS.

Brandon Said:

How was Democratic party transformed into un-American entity in opposition to the majority of Americans?

We Answered:

The political machine is designed to support the only two parties that ever have gained power: democrats and republicans. In many states, you must be explicitly registered as either to vote in a primary. The independent is disenfranchised.

Further, our government educated masses pay more attention to American Idol than American politics. They can sooner name the quarterback from various states than their own senators. Our politicians have a 90% reelection rate. They do not fear us as they should, so they get away with anything.

Both democrats and republicans have adopted statist, government growing policies and mentalities that in no way reflects the majority of the people in America. They have no particular skill for the business of government - only for getting and holding office - so it's all going to collapse on itself leaving Johnny Taxpayer to bend over and take it - once again.

Billy Said:

Have there ever been any presidents who have destroyed the Democratic party?

We Answered:

That would be Jimmy Carter. Truth is that both Carter and Bush had good intentions, but both failed.


Some people argue that we should lower taxes all the time. That is a very bad idea, as evidenced by Bush's years in office. His refusal to raise taxes meant that he could not pay for what he did (specifically the Iraq and Afghanistan wars), and he wound up having to borrow the money at extremely high (and exponentially growing) interest rates.

That sent the National Debt through the roof (he started his terms in office at $4 trillion, left the office when we had nearly $11 trillion in debt), which in turn devalued the dollar and collapsed the economy.



Jimmy Carter raising taxes through the roof were just as bad, however. He took way too much money out of our economic system, and no one had any money to do anything.



There is a window in which tax levels must stay. The tax revenue the government takes in must be enough to pay for what the government does (so the dollar maintains its value), but stay low enough to keep enough money in the economic system and keep it running.

Bush and Carter forgot this during their times in office, and both screwed up the economy pretty badly because of that.