Every honest conservative will concede that this has been a tough year for the country, and I'm not just talking about the economy. With our party, platform, and political egos painfully bruised, conservatives haven't had much to smile about on the ideological front, either. Republican wounds have been slow to mend, when they're healing at all, and a perusal of mainstream media is something I would never prescribe to my brethren as an antidote for the post-election blues.
Until today.
The Huffington Post is to the educated conservative what the Qur'an is to the fundamental Christian- ignorant, uninspired allegory- and like any good seminarian who has read the Islamic text, I can't resist the compulsion to scan the Huffington rag with a similar motive: to discover what my enemies are thinking. This evening, my scrutiny was rewarded as I read this opinion piece by Drew Westen:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/huffpost/20091221/cm_huffpost/398813
As you read, consider the source, and allow yourself a sigh and a smile as you recognize that support for Mr. Obama and the Democratic Party is beginning to dissolve.
Stay diligent and continue to resist the common idea that the Republican Party and conservativism is dead.
It ain't over yet!
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Here I Go Again!
After a lengthy period of inactivity, I determine that it is time to resurrect my own personal op-ed page. I promise that this incarnation will be a bit more sophisticated, and at the same time infused with the unique humor for which I may never become even marginally famous. In admitting that I am not quite ready for stand-up, I resolve to impart my wisdom, written and/or illustrated, upon the internet stage- a venue not nearly as intimidating, but nevertheless as intensely participatory as any raucous comedy club.
Even though the bulk of my opinions are carried within a comedic vehicle, they may be viewed as well considered, serious thoughts in tune with my own personal convictions. Occasionally, the nature of the subject matter may seem too serious for a humorous treatment; I am therefore prepared for the bombardment of criticism that my public irreverence will undoubtedly illicit. I advise everyone to read every post and view each illustration at your own risk.
I also enjoy big words and won't apologize for using them. If you find yourself struggling to understand them, I recommend frequent visits to your local library for remedial exercise in the complexities of English language. You may have heard it said that a man is known by the words he uses, and I would rather be known among the loftier minds of our society than to descend into this country's growing multitude of the baser sort. By the way, if you count yourself among these, I challenge you to set aside your offense and receive a lesson in broader vocabulary coupled with a renewed appreciation for the English Language.
I recognize my humanity and imperfections, and accept that by virtue of the preceding paragraph I have set myself upon a ledge of close grammatical scrutiny. Rest assured, I am prepared to ruthlessly expose my own failings for your satisfaction and amusement, and recognize that a wise man will acknowledge his error to the end that he may grow by it.
Lastly, on occasion you may find yourself angered by my use of expletives- never tendered for shock value, but because in truth, they are sometimes the best way to punctuate an argument!
If this offends you... no apologies!
See- the fun has started already!
John
Even though the bulk of my opinions are carried within a comedic vehicle, they may be viewed as well considered, serious thoughts in tune with my own personal convictions. Occasionally, the nature of the subject matter may seem too serious for a humorous treatment; I am therefore prepared for the bombardment of criticism that my public irreverence will undoubtedly illicit. I advise everyone to read every post and view each illustration at your own risk.
I also enjoy big words and won't apologize for using them. If you find yourself struggling to understand them, I recommend frequent visits to your local library for remedial exercise in the complexities of English language. You may have heard it said that a man is known by the words he uses, and I would rather be known among the loftier minds of our society than to descend into this country's growing multitude of the baser sort. By the way, if you count yourself among these, I challenge you to set aside your offense and receive a lesson in broader vocabulary coupled with a renewed appreciation for the English Language.
I recognize my humanity and imperfections, and accept that by virtue of the preceding paragraph I have set myself upon a ledge of close grammatical scrutiny. Rest assured, I am prepared to ruthlessly expose my own failings for your satisfaction and amusement, and recognize that a wise man will acknowledge his error to the end that he may grow by it.
Lastly, on occasion you may find yourself angered by my use of expletives- never tendered for shock value, but because in truth, they are sometimes the best way to punctuate an argument!
If this offends you... no apologies!
See- the fun has started already!
John
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