Choose 08...intro...

They always say, "this is the most important blah blah of our time."

Well maybe it is, and maybe it isn't. But this team of Drexel University students will get into it summer of 2008 (while we're not at the beach, or soaking up the free AC at the library)...

Get into IT.

Into the nooks and crannies, the issues the media has forgotten because a cat got stuck in a tree, or a congressman was caught with his pants down.

Issues not invective.

20 something voices start June 24th.

Thursday, June 26, 2008

The Cindy McCain Issue

Interesting information. I, personally, have only been tracking major issues in regards to the upcoming election; the question of a first lady really hasn't struck me as being something to investigate. I rely heavily on friendly gossip and internet sources for information about the upcoming election because I'm never home when the genuine news is on TV.
As I was reading, what jumped out most was the repetition of Cindy facing a hardship and overcoming it without the assistance of her husband. Miscarriages, stroke, and raising children near single-handedly are all pertinent examples. This unquestionably demonstrates that she is a formidable woman with a lot of drive and ambition. This doesn't mean, however, that she's not human. The article also lists instances when she broke down in tears or wavered from being so driven. Being away from a husband, raising children virtually alone, and especially suffering a stroke will undeniably take a huge toll on anyone. Protection of her children, as is the case for almost all mothers, seems paramount for Cindy. Having some of them join the military just has to add stress on top of all that other stuff. As I've been learning, letting a child go and do something potentially dangerous is something that a lot of mothers fear most. Whatever happens with Cindy, though, she seems to get herself together and make a strong comeback according to the article. While it presents wholesome information, detailing both Cindy's accomplishments and failings, it definitely favors her triumphs and puts a twist on her shortcomings that raises her to nobility.

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