Friday, June 27, 2008
After reading the article I was left with the impression that Cindy McCain does not seem to be well suited to a life in the public eye. The life of a public figure is very difficult, and they are placed under constant scrutiny. Cindy McCain's history of drug problems and emotional distress do not seem to be the makings of a stable first lady. The article also makes me think less of John McCain. He was much older then Cindy when he met her and a married man. It is surprising that conservatives are willing to accept John McCain's indiscretions but have made major scandals out of any Democratic indiscretion. If John McCain were the president when he began his relationship with Cindy they would not be very different from Bill Clinton and Monica Lewinsky. I did not know much about the McCain family before I read this article, but it has not left me with an improved opinion of them.
intro
Hello everyone! A little bit about myself.. I was born and raised in the suburbs of PA and continue to live there with my family while commuting to class everyday. While school keeps me pretty busy, I have a job on the weekends, love to read and to travel with my family. My lifelong dream is to be a host on "Globetrekker," a show where they travel to different countries, learn about the culture, and experience great food, shopping and people. I look forward to hearing everyone's opinions on the upcoming election...
McCain
Although a lot of people in the blogs have wrote that Cindy McCain was judged as a privileged person who was not reprimanded with the right consequences for her actions, I tend to disagree. She is human, just like the rest of us and just because she is in the spotlight of the media, she has more pressures than most, doesn't mean she can't make mistakes as well. As far as not having to pay for her consequences, it said in the article that she did community service, took drug classes for addiction, and paid a fine. I don't know about you but that sounds like a punishment. I feel as though just because she was viewed as a "trophy wife" she was not taking seriously with her action abroad. She has funded many charities with the money she has earned through her parents business, who she became a part of. Instead of focusing on the good Cindy has done and continues to do, the media and many people focus on what she as "the possible future first lady" has done wrong. This happens more often then we think, turn on your local news station and watch it for 20 min. All you will hear and see is the negative things happen within our country and around the world, because although it is said to say the negative and "bad" things in our society is what sells. So therefore, we are the ones contributing to it but the people who its affecting the most are the ones being written about, Cindy McCain.
The more I read about Mrs. McCain the more I was inclined to see her as a first lady. I don't know about the rest of the people who live and are involved in this election but I would like to see a mother who has gone out of her way to help others and seems very caring. Even though I am making the assumption that she is this way without ever having meet her. But I feel I have read enough about her to believe that she is sincere and also believe that her husband has the same attributes as well.
Touching on the subject that another student stated, her first encounter with Mr. McCain was in fact when he was separated. Although some believe that because he was officially divorced it is considered adulteress. I believe that when two people are separated and have moved on with their own lives that it is alright to date. Having seen how a divorce works myself, it is very hard to sit back while the divorce process goes through, because of the long process that the two individuals have no control over. Therefore dating while"separated" isn't not adulteress in any way. Also Mr. McCain's ex had nothing but good things to say about him as a person which coming from an ex-wife is very uncommon.
Overall I thought this article was surprisingly interesting and informative considering I did not have any clue about our possible first lady.
The more I read about Mrs. McCain the more I was inclined to see her as a first lady. I don't know about the rest of the people who live and are involved in this election but I would like to see a mother who has gone out of her way to help others and seems very caring. Even though I am making the assumption that she is this way without ever having meet her. But I feel I have read enough about her to believe that she is sincere and also believe that her husband has the same attributes as well.
Touching on the subject that another student stated, her first encounter with Mr. McCain was in fact when he was separated. Although some believe that because he was officially divorced it is considered adulteress. I believe that when two people are separated and have moved on with their own lives that it is alright to date. Having seen how a divorce works myself, it is very hard to sit back while the divorce process goes through, because of the long process that the two individuals have no control over. Therefore dating while"separated" isn't not adulteress in any way. Also Mr. McCain's ex had nothing but good things to say about him as a person which coming from an ex-wife is very uncommon.
Overall I thought this article was surprisingly interesting and informative considering I did not have any clue about our possible first lady.
Big Business Brewing: Another White House Scandal
Big businesses run America and are the "economic backbone" of this country; they also control the political arm of the US. “Big business” lobbyists can be found at congressional buildings at all times. Monetary contributions from multi-million dollar companies pour into political campaigns on a daily basis; they do this in hopes of the business or industry being rewarded in the future.
I find it to be coincidental that the Bushes took their family oil business with them to the White House, which resulted in two invasions of Iraq, one of the largest oil producing countries in the world. The Bushes clearly claimed their reasoning for the invasion of Iraq was 'because of the atrocities committed against the Kuwaities' and then 'the democritization of Iraq.' Cleverly enough, through this premeditated war, Bush built tactical alliances with Saudi Arabia, another leading oil-exporting country.
Oh, and who could forget the contracts that Halliburton received? Here is another coincidence... our vice president at the time was the former CEO of Halliburton from the years 1995- 2000. He also continues to receive financial compensation from them, as well as lucrative stock options. Is it any wonder that they were granted a “ no-bid” contract worth $ 7 billion over 5 years? (I think not.)
How do all of these coincidences tie in with Cindy McCain? Ironically enough, ‘ Cindy is the chairman and majority owner of her family’s beer business… the largest Anheuser-Busch distributorships in this country.’ Of course, this would seem insignificant, had Bush Sr., Bush Jr., and Cheney not taken advantage of their high political positions to ensure financial success for themselves. They did this sufficiently by positively affecting various companies and industries, which could only benefit them. Selfish? (I think so). Because restrictions on alcohol are very uncompromising, I believe McCain’s presidency would result in diminishing regulatory controls on alcohol, thereby altering societal perceptions on drinking.
If McCain becomes president, I’m sure his wife will have significant influence over his presidential decisions. (I definitely see a future with even more drinking adds, a reduced drinking age, & a cut on alcohol taxes. The McCain’s stand to get even richer. Well, at least someone’s got society’s interest as their top priority.)
I find it to be coincidental that the Bushes took their family oil business with them to the White House, which resulted in two invasions of Iraq, one of the largest oil producing countries in the world. The Bushes clearly claimed their reasoning for the invasion of Iraq was 'because of the atrocities committed against the Kuwaities' and then 'the democritization of Iraq.' Cleverly enough, through this premeditated war, Bush built tactical alliances with Saudi Arabia, another leading oil-exporting country.
Oh, and who could forget the contracts that Halliburton received? Here is another coincidence... our vice president at the time was the former CEO of Halliburton from the years 1995- 2000. He also continues to receive financial compensation from them, as well as lucrative stock options. Is it any wonder that they were granted a “ no-bid” contract worth $ 7 billion over 5 years? (I think not.)
How do all of these coincidences tie in with Cindy McCain? Ironically enough, ‘ Cindy is the chairman and majority owner of her family’s beer business… the largest Anheuser-Busch distributorships in this country.’ Of course, this would seem insignificant, had Bush Sr., Bush Jr., and Cheney not taken advantage of their high political positions to ensure financial success for themselves. They did this sufficiently by positively affecting various companies and industries, which could only benefit them. Selfish? (I think so). Because restrictions on alcohol are very uncompromising, I believe McCain’s presidency would result in diminishing regulatory controls on alcohol, thereby altering societal perceptions on drinking.
If McCain becomes president, I’m sure his wife will have significant influence over his presidential decisions. (I definitely see a future with even more drinking adds, a reduced drinking age, & a cut on alcohol taxes. The McCain’s stand to get even richer. Well, at least someone’s got society’s interest as their top priority.)
Intro and McCain life
I would love to say I'm a great writer but I'm far from it. I need a lot of help and if I could I would probably never take another English class ever again. Nothing against the class I'm just not a fan of writing. But I will do my best to write well.
I don't really follow politics all that much but I do know a little about whats going on. As for Mrs. McCain I have a lot of respect for what she has been able to do on her own. For someone who is set for life financially she completely went out of her way to make a difference in the world and go beyond what she needed to do. Even though she made mistakes with the abuse of pain-killers she still made it a point to do the right thing. For someone who pretty much never saw her husband she stayed loyal and stuck by whatever he chose to do as well as supported him. The part about politics I hate the most is the defaming technique politicians use to make their opponents look bad even if the person they are defaming isn't the one running. I felt bad for Mrs. McCain and her child. She is very brave to go through the ordeal of having a private life turned into a public tv show, in which every aspect of her life is picked apart. Me personally i don't think I would be able to handle being in the spot light the way she has been. Even through all she has been through she has found a way to learn from every experience and use that to better prepare herself for future situations.
...dustudent
I don't really follow politics all that much but I do know a little about whats going on. As for Mrs. McCain I have a lot of respect for what she has been able to do on her own. For someone who is set for life financially she completely went out of her way to make a difference in the world and go beyond what she needed to do. Even though she made mistakes with the abuse of pain-killers she still made it a point to do the right thing. For someone who pretty much never saw her husband she stayed loyal and stuck by whatever he chose to do as well as supported him. The part about politics I hate the most is the defaming technique politicians use to make their opponents look bad even if the person they are defaming isn't the one running. I felt bad for Mrs. McCain and her child. She is very brave to go through the ordeal of having a private life turned into a public tv show, in which every aspect of her life is picked apart. Me personally i don't think I would be able to handle being in the spot light the way she has been. Even through all she has been through she has found a way to learn from every experience and use that to better prepare herself for future situations.
...dustudent
My Girl Cindy
As stated in my introductory post I have never been interested in politics. I don't know anything about the candidates and I am a little ashamed to say that I, before reading the article, had no idea who Cindy McCain was. After reading this article I have come to the conclusion that it is extremely important to know the ins and outs of our political candidates.
I have never been interested in politics because I can never stay engaged in the serious discussions that run on channels like CNN. I can however, slowly get involved in politics by reaching my candidates on a more personal level. I think that it is a very good idea for candidates to have more personal articles about them released because it builds a closer relationship between the candidates and the voters. The voters want a future representative of the country to be someone that we know very well. They are not perfect and neither are their family members or spouses.
Cindy McCain was thrown into the spotlight unwillingly and I think that she has been very brave throughout the whole ordeal up to this time. She is a human being and unfortunately had a weakness, but she has clearly grown from that experience. Seeing that she is still a successful woman with good intentions shows the American public that you can fight through difficult times. She should take advantage of the lessons that she has learned from her struggles with her addiction and use that as a platform to reach people.
Shoot, I forgot....
Hi everyone, I am Rosycheeks :) and just as my name implies, my cheeks are rosy, without the help of the blush :p
I hope to learn much from this class, as much as I hope someone learns from me.
I am politically inept, I am trying to learn as much as Mr McCann is (I am probably worse) but I hope to get something out of this experience. I look forward to getting feedback on my posts from everyone, constructive criticism would be appreciated.
and errr.....Does our teacher know who posts what? *saint wanna be*
I hope to learn much from this class, as much as I hope someone learns from me.
I am politically inept, I am trying to learn as much as Mr McCann is (I am probably worse) but I hope to get something out of this experience. I look forward to getting feedback on my posts from everyone, constructive criticism would be appreciated.
and errr.....Does our teacher know who posts what? *saint wanna be*
Mrs McCain
I wouldn't try to claim to know much about her, I didn't even know her name till very recently, but seeing the posts by others, and getting her gist from some conversations I have had or from the news, she seems like a very strong woman, handled stroke, raised her children almost all by herself, and is very independent in general(financial and otherwise).
Not that I can relate to her, given that I am still young and I barely have a feel of life but she is definitely someone I would want to be like when I get older (I know its cliched and all), without the stroke, loneliness and illness that is, but I guess these things made her the strong woman that she is today, just like Hillary Clinton, she has gone through phases in her life that only strong women can come through making them stronger. nights they felt lonely, days they wanted to give up, days they felt like they where single moms, days of possibly wanting to end their lives.
Both women are very independent and that's what strikes me the most about them, even though I believe Hillary faked her marital strength, she has shown young women how to be strong, given young women and older women hope, she has set a role for women all over the world to follow.
If there is nothing else we can credit them for, the hope(false or real) they have given women, let us hope the women dont snap out of it if its false :o
Not that I can relate to her, given that I am still young and I barely have a feel of life but she is definitely someone I would want to be like when I get older (I know its cliched and all), without the stroke, loneliness and illness that is, but I guess these things made her the strong woman that she is today, just like Hillary Clinton, she has gone through phases in her life that only strong women can come through making them stronger. nights they felt lonely, days they wanted to give up, days they felt like they where single moms, days of possibly wanting to end their lives.
Both women are very independent and that's what strikes me the most about them, even though I believe Hillary faked her marital strength, she has shown young women how to be strong, given young women and older women hope, she has set a role for women all over the world to follow.
If there is nothing else we can credit them for, the hope(false or real) they have given women, let us hope the women dont snap out of it if its false :o
Thursday, June 26, 2008
A Nice Woman, but...
When I first read this article about Cindy McCain, I was distressed. I didn't know what to think. As many of my fellow bloggers have pointed out, she has a long list of redeeming qualities, and many qualities that are far from being so. Like CINFG, I am wondering why she got off without criminal charges for her drug addiction and for stealing from her not-for-profit. I wonder why she still (apparently) is allowed to be in control of this organization after this incident. In regard to John McCain, the concerned husband, I don't believe we can expect someone to uphold the law if they feel they and theirs are above it. I feel bad for Cindy that no one noticed her problem for (from what I gather from the article), THREE years, and then it was her mother who finally realized--someone who seems to have been close by the whole time. On the whole, I am happy for Cindy that she has gotten to spend so much time with her husband on the campaign trail after all these years of being apart. However, the article made me feel like the author is pushing for us to elect John McCain for the sole purpose of reuniting these separated lovers. That seems like a bad idea.
Cindy says that she always knew that her husband would "put country first." In my opinion, if a man can't keep tabs on his own family, he has no business running the country. If he can't cope with a small group of people under his leadership and authority, how can he lead the entire population of the United States? I don't know all of the circumstances, but he started seeing Cindy before he was divorced. Quite frankly, I wouldn't have been so excited at a married man paying his attentions to my daughter as the Hensleys seemed to be. As a few people have pointed out, including Parapluie, McCain made vows to his first wife, and it didn't seem like he made that much of an effort to make the marriage work. Aside from the inference (or am I reading into it) that he didn't want to be with his permanently INJURED wife anymore and wanted to "reclaim" his life (isn't she the life he was missing out on as a POW?), part of the vows I'm assuming he made is that he would be true to the person he was marrying in sickness and in health as long as they both were alive -- Carol Shepp was definitely alive. His first wife is referenced as saying she didn't "blame" him for essentially wanting to be something that he's not (referring to his age) and seemingly looking for greener pasture. If a man can't stay true and keep his promise to one other person, how can he expect to keep his promises to an entire nation?
Back to Cindy: She obviously has a lot going on, and I can understand her wanting to keep her and her family's privacy, but she can't expect much of it on the campaign trail or if her husband gets elected to office. In that respect, I think we as a nation need to reevaluate the degree to which our media delves into people's personal lives when they attain celebrity. Other bloggers have even admitted they read far too much celebrity gossip. Why do we perpetuate this invasion of privacy? How much is too much? Why was there so much press on her visit to Vietnam that Cindy became, in her own words, a "distraction"? It doesn't seem like it helped very much, except I guess we can credit the media with the information about Cindy and that poor woman and her baby in Vietnam. Like LANEUVIEMEROBE, I wonder what ever happened to them. Perhaps the most compelling part of the article, the end of that particular story is left hanging, seemingly irrelevant for Newsweek's purposes. That leads me to believe it was an unsuccessful operation -- but was it? Why not say so?
One more thing -- why on earth do they have "family" recipes on the Campaign website to begin with?
Cindy says that she always knew that her husband would "put country first." In my opinion, if a man can't keep tabs on his own family, he has no business running the country. If he can't cope with a small group of people under his leadership and authority, how can he lead the entire population of the United States? I don't know all of the circumstances, but he started seeing Cindy before he was divorced. Quite frankly, I wouldn't have been so excited at a married man paying his attentions to my daughter as the Hensleys seemed to be. As a few people have pointed out, including Parapluie, McCain made vows to his first wife, and it didn't seem like he made that much of an effort to make the marriage work. Aside from the inference (or am I reading into it) that he didn't want to be with his permanently INJURED wife anymore and wanted to "reclaim" his life (isn't she the life he was missing out on as a POW?), part of the vows I'm assuming he made is that he would be true to the person he was marrying in sickness and in health as long as they both were alive -- Carol Shepp was definitely alive. His first wife is referenced as saying she didn't "blame" him for essentially wanting to be something that he's not (referring to his age) and seemingly looking for greener pasture. If a man can't stay true and keep his promise to one other person, how can he expect to keep his promises to an entire nation?
Back to Cindy: She obviously has a lot going on, and I can understand her wanting to keep her and her family's privacy, but she can't expect much of it on the campaign trail or if her husband gets elected to office. In that respect, I think we as a nation need to reevaluate the degree to which our media delves into people's personal lives when they attain celebrity. Other bloggers have even admitted they read far too much celebrity gossip. Why do we perpetuate this invasion of privacy? How much is too much? Why was there so much press on her visit to Vietnam that Cindy became, in her own words, a "distraction"? It doesn't seem like it helped very much, except I guess we can credit the media with the information about Cindy and that poor woman and her baby in Vietnam. Like LANEUVIEMEROBE, I wonder what ever happened to them. Perhaps the most compelling part of the article, the end of that particular story is left hanging, seemingly irrelevant for Newsweek's purposes. That leads me to believe it was an unsuccessful operation -- but was it? Why not say so?
One more thing -- why on earth do they have "family" recipes on the Campaign website to begin with?
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.
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.
Intro...
Hey everyone... i finally got around to posting the introduction about myself. I am a freshman at drexel and am taking summer classes because i started drexel in the winter term and have to complete 3 terms (as drexel requires) i love everything about life, but have had a rough year, hopefully things will get better. I agree with everyone saying that taking summer classes suck, and i dont think i'll ever get use too, well i have 5 more years of it...hopefully it will be worth it. I love traveling, shopping and cant wait to graduate and start my life. I love sex in the city and for some reason when i started this blog pretty in pink came to mind..
pretty in pink..
pretty in pink..
hellooooooo.
heyyyyyyyyyyy guys. whats up? so the deal = that i was born in pennsylvania &have yet to move elsewhere. as a young child i ate a little bit too much play-doh which is probably why i have turned out the way i have. during the elementary years i was brain-washed at a catholic school, my mother cut my hair into a frizzy tranny mess and my uniform was the ultimate way to dress. i was freakishly tall. sixth grade i strived to be one of the cool kids. seventh grade i was a cool kid &by eighth grade i had my spleen removed &i was convinced that i was Malibu Barbie. blond hair and all. freshman year of high school can be described by one thing--- abercrombie &fitch. sophomore year i was diagnosed with being boy crazy &by junior year i realized i had been acting a fool for the passed five years. so obviously the proper thing to do would be hippie out, begin hanging out with the art kids &wear as many layers of clothing as humanly possible. senior year i was bad ass. i spoke my mind, skipped class and counted down the days until i was out of that hell hole. freshman year of drexel led to freedom, partying my long term memory away, falling in the streets of philadelphia while wearing cowboy boots &spending ungodly hours on the sewing machines located in the sweatshop in the fourth floor of nesbit. sophomore year i was lucky enough to have my appendix burst during winter term which knocked me down for about three months, but now i am up again. i am really fucking corny sometimes &i have a huge potty mouth. currently, i prefer to believe that i am the human version of the cartoon daria. amy winehouse is my idol. and 10 years from now i hope to receive at least 15 minutes of fame in the fashion industry.
ohh, and i hate capital letters.
ohh, and i hate capital letters.
Allow me to introduce myself...
I am a pre-junior in the Film and Video program here at Drexel University, who spends far too many hours in the editing labs. This is the first course I have taken which uses the technology we have available on the internet to this extent.
I come from a family with very decided political opinions -- not necessarily in harmony with either of the prevailing Republican or Democratic parties. I believe that you should vote for the best person for the job regardless of race or gender. However, in my opinion, this upcoming election doesn't offer any promising candidates.
I come from a family with very decided political opinions -- not necessarily in harmony with either of the prevailing Republican or Democratic parties. I believe that you should vote for the best person for the job regardless of race or gender. However, in my opinion, this upcoming election doesn't offer any promising candidates.
i love/hate cindy mccain
when i first realized this article was six pages long and it was 10:30 at night (since i am a procrastinator), i almost panicked. not only do i hate politics, i also hate to read. fuck. why do i have to take english to be a fashion major again? ANYWAY, i sucked it up and started to read the chapter book version of a newsweek article &now i can honestly say i am basically cindy mccain's BFF. why do i know so much pointless information about this not-so-poor lady? she obviously doesn't want to be in the spotlight as potential first lady, so can you explain to me why we just gave her whole life story again? i am pretty sure she wants to forget about the little pain killer incident along with the rumors of her inability to keep certain jet plane receipts and the one stating that her daughter, bridget, was a illegitimate child of john maccain.
reflecting on this article and the fact the mrs. mccain and i are currently number one on each other's top eight, i have to wonder whether i truly like her or really just hate her with the power of a thousand suns. i mean come on. for every negative aspect in her life in the spot light so far, two awesome, amazing facts were spoken about her. is it shady that they just wrote a whole article on her life in the spotlight starting from the moment her and john mccain met to all of her lows and illnesses. i feel as though since they gave us such an array of good and bad information in this article, there has to be some more hidden dirt on her that even i don't know. obviously this article is a publicity stunt for the united states to read and feel connected to her, just like i did. but my opinion = don't believe it. if they felt the need to talk her up this much in one article, there must be some pretty juicy stuff being covered up. why else would she keep reiterating that she wants nothing to do with the media? huh huh?
reflecting on this article and the fact the mrs. mccain and i are currently number one on each other's top eight, i have to wonder whether i truly like her or really just hate her with the power of a thousand suns. i mean come on. for every negative aspect in her life in the spot light so far, two awesome, amazing facts were spoken about her. is it shady that they just wrote a whole article on her life in the spotlight starting from the moment her and john mccain met to all of her lows and illnesses. i feel as though since they gave us such an array of good and bad information in this article, there has to be some more hidden dirt on her that even i don't know. obviously this article is a publicity stunt for the united states to read and feel connected to her, just like i did. but my opinion = don't believe it. if they felt the need to talk her up this much in one article, there must be some pretty juicy stuff being covered up. why else would she keep reiterating that she wants nothing to do with the media? huh huh?
Hola!
Hello everyone- I'm a fashion design major and I'm going into my junior year at Drexel. I know NOTHING about politics. It's just something that has never really interested me even though I know that it is so important. Since I have no personal drive to learn more about the pressing issues of our country I'm glad that I have to take this class because I'll learn about some important stuff. Hopefully this will give me a better understanding of current issues and guide me towards my final vote this November.
Cindy McCain is a glorified Pill Popper.
I don’t respect Cindy McCain. Arizona Sen. John McCain, has admitted that his wife not only illegally used drugs but walked away from criminal charges. The McCains have worked to make Cindy McCain's addiction into a political asset--despite the fact that she stole the drugs from a charity she directed and used them while mothering four young children. If any other woman in the United States would have faced stiff legal action and most likely would have lost custody of her children. I believe the McCain’s abused power to avoid Cindy facing any serious repercussion and for that I zero respect for them. She was the privileged wife of a prominent family and spouse of an important politician, a person who had her own position of prestige and power. Should she not be held at least as accountable for her actions as an uneducated inner-city drug user? After all, she could enter drug treatment at any time she chose, unlike many drug users who find themselves in prison. Moreover, Mrs. McCain was violating a position of trust by stealing from a charitable organization, using its money and medical expertise to fuel her drug use. Is this not morally more reprehensible than simply purchasing drugs illegally?
John McCain is a big supporter in the drug war. He advocates stricter drug penalties, laws and enforcement against drug sellers. Obviously McCain also supports family values. Yet if John and Cindy McCain were regular 'Joe Schmos', they might not have a family at all. McCain's lack of concern for street drug users contrasts sharply with the support and understanding his wife received. How is that fair?
John McCain is a big supporter in the drug war. He advocates stricter drug penalties, laws and enforcement against drug sellers. Obviously McCain also supports family values. Yet if John and Cindy McCain were regular 'Joe Schmos', they might not have a family at all. McCain's lack of concern for street drug users contrasts sharply with the support and understanding his wife received. How is that fair?
Mrs. McCain
In response to the Cindy McCain article, i am astounded how real she is. She basically had everything handed to her, but used her power and money for a good cause. I feel as if i can relate to Cindy, being a target of reporters must be a hard thing to deal with. I can understand why she would cry and be emotional in front of reporters and media under such circumstances, it's like standing up to a bully and instead of fighting back, sucking it up and dealing with it. We all have our own problems are were lucky we don't have them plastered all over the front page of every major paper in the country. I'm glad she didn't stick to her labeled trophy wife title; I'm glad she is a strong independent person who with all she has dealt with still does things out of the good of her heart.
All i knew about john McCain before this article is that my boyfriend loves him and swears by him, but i on the other hand know nothing about him and frankly i didn't care. after reading this article i am almost tempted to Google McCain and learn more about him. i respect him too that he is a real person, not some fake uptight republican who does no wrong. i don't necessarily agree or disagree with divorce, but its refreshing to hear that a political force is actually a human being. whether or not i like his wife and think that she would be an awesome first lady and would try to do good, doesn't really matter if i think john McCain would be a good president. people shouldn't base their opinion on the family issues and judge a candidate by things in his past, they should vote for a candidate for the right reasons.
This article pulls me in opposite directions. I cannot decide if I like or hate that Cindy McCain is not completely absorbed into following politics and her husband’s dream of becoming president. Part of me likes the fact that Cindy is an independent woman who pursues her own goals and doesn’t just follow her husband around on his campaign trail. She has her own life too; separate from all the politics that dominate John McCain’s life. On the other hand though, wouldn’t you want a First Lady who is more interested in being that part? I feel as though the family in general should be more involved with the campaign. I feel like the whole should be on board when a parent is running for presidency. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying that John McCain’s family doesn’t support him, but just from reading this article it seems as though the whole family is not really involved at all with the campaign.
Furthermore, I think it is refreshing to hear of someone in such a special position (potential first lady) who hasn’t had a perfect life like TV makes it seem. She’s had her stuggles and she has had her share of ups and downs. I feel like that makes her seem more relatable.
Overall, the article really just tears me down the middle.
Furthermore, I think it is refreshing to hear of someone in such a special position (potential first lady) who hasn’t had a perfect life like TV makes it seem. She’s had her stuggles and she has had her share of ups and downs. I feel like that makes her seem more relatable.
Overall, the article really just tears me down the middle.
Introduction
I'm a sophmore/pre-junior here at Drexel. For some reason I really can't follow politics, probably because I know nothing about it. I took one political science class in high and that's as far as my politics education goes. I wish I could say that I do know about politics and I know who I want to vote for and so on, but I don't. I hope to get a lot out of this class and this blog and hopefully understand politics better.
Political Apathy
First on the McCain article, I spent four years in the Marine Corps with 2.5 of those years overseas, so naturally I have a great deal of respect for John McCain and his wife. That is respect for John McCain as a naval fighter pilot, the POW who survived 5 years in a Vietnamese prison camp, for achieving the rank of Captain in the Navy and for producing 2 sons who are currently serving in the military. As a politician (and the same for politics in general), I couldn’t care less. I used to be all for voting, interested in world issues and actually believed our leaders were looking out for our, and our country’s best interest. This is not the case. Our government is run through nepotism along with political and big business alliances. These factors bring scores of riches to a select few families while securing, and ensuring, their reign throughout the steady decline of fossil fuels and energy sources.
Moreover, since WWII the corruption within the upper echelons of government has facilitated all of America’s imperialist actions. The catalyst of this corruption is the world energy crisis. Peak Oil (google it) is real and in order to secure America’s dominance in the future America must control ALL the energy sources. Ever wonder why we are really in Iraq? Ever wonder why we are really in Afghanistan? If you believe it is because we want to liberate other cultures and prosecute terrorists, you are wrong. Isn’t it interesting that Japan was going to surrender weeks before we dropped the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki? Isn’t it funny that last year in Mexico a C-130 aircraft went down and on board they found 500 tons of cocaine along with 3 dead CIA operatives? Important economic and strategic decision made for the country are usually not specifially good for the whole country at that time, they are usually part of a bigger scheme. What they don’t report on in the mainstream media is the money laundering on Wall Street, the CIA drug trafficking enterprise (which is a $600-$700 billion dollar a year empire) or Dick Cheney’s connections with Brown & Root and Halliburton’s dominance in the Middle East. Do some research and you'll find that 'The CIA is Wall Street, and Drug Money is King.' All im saying is that if you are interested in politics don’t listen to the biased media, educate yourself through books and learn the real stories and history which dictate the course of world history and power.
Moreover, since WWII the corruption within the upper echelons of government has facilitated all of America’s imperialist actions. The catalyst of this corruption is the world energy crisis. Peak Oil (google it) is real and in order to secure America’s dominance in the future America must control ALL the energy sources. Ever wonder why we are really in Iraq? Ever wonder why we are really in Afghanistan? If you believe it is because we want to liberate other cultures and prosecute terrorists, you are wrong. Isn’t it interesting that Japan was going to surrender weeks before we dropped the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki? Isn’t it funny that last year in Mexico a C-130 aircraft went down and on board they found 500 tons of cocaine along with 3 dead CIA operatives? Important economic and strategic decision made for the country are usually not specifially good for the whole country at that time, they are usually part of a bigger scheme. What they don’t report on in the mainstream media is the money laundering on Wall Street, the CIA drug trafficking enterprise (which is a $600-$700 billion dollar a year empire) or Dick Cheney’s connections with Brown & Root and Halliburton’s dominance in the Middle East. Do some research and you'll find that 'The CIA is Wall Street, and Drug Money is King.' All im saying is that if you are interested in politics don’t listen to the biased media, educate yourself through books and learn the real stories and history which dictate the course of world history and power.
Cindy McCain, next first lady?
Okay, so I agree with everyone else who said that this article was meant to make Cindy McCain seem like a great right hand to John McCain. Yes, she has been a patient wife and a caring mother. She has been through many hard situations in her life like the three miscarriages, a long distance marriage, and her addiction; but yet, she managed to stay focused in her family and her community. She became a stronger woman during her life with John McCain even though she felt alone most of the time. What I want to know is if the McCains knew the possibility that this article may make John McCain look like a bad role model for a family man.
I mean Cindy is his second wife. I have nothing against divorces who remarry, but wouldn't a good family man/husband try to resolve his problems with his spouse or any other problems in the house. Maybe his first wife wasn't as strong as Cindy, and she couldn't stand raising a family by herself; but I believe that if a man vows "to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish; from this day forward until death do us part" to a woman, both sides should work very hard to try to stay in the marriage. It seems as though John McCain didn't really try to work on his marriage with his first wife. He started seeing Cindy before he got divorced. I don't know if I would want the next president to not try as hard as he should at issues that need to be solved.
Cindy should have expected the attention that is given to her and her family since her husband is a politician, especially as a candidate for presidency. Every action that they make counts because the public will always compare these actions to how John McCain would act as the President. Also because his family can greatly affect his decisions on issues that the country are facing.
Overall, I have a lot of respect for Cindy McCain for staying strong all these years serving the community and being a good wife and mother. She is a very supportive person and if I were in her position, I would've probably stuck to my addiction or just left my husband.
I mean Cindy is his second wife. I have nothing against divorces who remarry, but wouldn't a good family man/husband try to resolve his problems with his spouse or any other problems in the house. Maybe his first wife wasn't as strong as Cindy, and she couldn't stand raising a family by herself; but I believe that if a man vows "to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish; from this day forward until death do us part" to a woman, both sides should work very hard to try to stay in the marriage. It seems as though John McCain didn't really try to work on his marriage with his first wife. He started seeing Cindy before he got divorced. I don't know if I would want the next president to not try as hard as he should at issues that need to be solved.
Cindy should have expected the attention that is given to her and her family since her husband is a politician, especially as a candidate for presidency. Every action that they make counts because the public will always compare these actions to how John McCain would act as the President. Also because his family can greatly affect his decisions on issues that the country are facing.
Overall, I have a lot of respect for Cindy McCain for staying strong all these years serving the community and being a good wife and mother. She is a very supportive person and if I were in her position, I would've probably stuck to my addiction or just left my husband.
HELLO
Hello Everyone,
This is my intro post. Bare with me I am still trying to figure out this site. I am a fashion design major. I currently live in the city for school but I call South Jersey home. I am sophomore who wishes she did not have school in the summer but is getting used to it. I took an ap politics and government class in highschool but barely know much about current events. I look forward to seeing where this blogs takes us.
This is my intro post. Bare with me I am still trying to figure out this site. I am a fashion design major. I currently live in the city for school but I call South Jersey home. I am sophomore who wishes she did not have school in the summer but is getting used to it. I took an ap politics and government class in highschool but barely know much about current events. I look forward to seeing where this blogs takes us.
Salut!
Hi everyone! I hope your week hasn't been too bad, being the first week of class. It's my first summer term at Drexel and let me say that I'm glad that this class sounds like it will be interesting. I don't really keep up with politics. I only hear about it when I come home to Baltimore when my dad keeps CNN, MSNBC, or FOX News on ALL day. Anyway, I hope I'll learn a lot from this so that I can talk about politics and sound really smart. Well that's not the only reason why I think this blog thing will be beneficial for me. I'm also hoping to learn more about each parties and decide on which party suits me best. I want to vote in November knowing that I am confident about my choice, especially because it will be the first time I will get to vote since I just became a citizen two months ago.
I look forward to reading everyone's opinions in the next couple of weeks!!!
I look forward to reading everyone's opinions in the next couple of weeks!!!
On... Cindy McCain
I believe the article was meant to show the softer side of John McCain by sharing the trials and travails of his wife, Cindy. Was the article interesting? Sure. It shared information about her that most of us would never have known about. Does the article make John McCain more likable/electable to me? No. Like Alias2324, I question what this article has to do with John McCain's ability to run this country. I do not believe that we can translate his lack of presence in his wife's struggles as proof-positive that he would/would not make a good leader. (If anything he has shown that he puts his career first and isn't that what we want!!)
Mrs. McCain is described as knowing that her husband would "put country first" when she married him and does not resent him for that. I have always believed that when you marry or become seriously involved with someone in the military you have to expect that EVENTUALLY they will be called away, may be gone for a while and will be in harm's way. If your spouse/significant other is career-driven, you have to expect that pretty much everything they do is about their career. You have the opportunity from the beginning to decide if you can be in a relationship where you may end up spending a lot of time on your own. It is too bad that he was not there when she suffered the two miscarriages, but she was not alone. She was living not too far from her family so she had support. Will it make him seem uncaring to some people? Definitely. Does it mean he cannot lead? No.
What I find interesting is that she has had a pretty privileged life as a military wife. She has not had to move nearly as much as most military wives have had to. All she has had to do was cope with living in WASHINGTON (and I am sure in pretty nice quarters, not the base quarters that most military wives have to make due with). She did not like it so left to go back to Arizona. I wonder how many other military wives would LOOOOVE to be able to leave because they hate base life, but stick it out. That would be something to read about! The article states that Mrs. McCain "... quite persuasively" says she would be happy to move back to Washington if her husband were elected president. If she hated Washington before, does she really think she is going to like it any more now? Washington has not changed. I think she is smart enough to know that if she wants to see her husband elected, she has to watch things/statements like that because of the potential backlash to her husband's campaign. Of course, it should not matter to me (or any of us) whether or not Cindy McCain likes or dislikes Washington, DC because it has no real bearing on her husband's ability to lead, but stuff like this is what rules the news, political talk shows... and blogs.
Mrs. McCain is described as knowing that her husband would "put country first" when she married him and does not resent him for that. I have always believed that when you marry or become seriously involved with someone in the military you have to expect that EVENTUALLY they will be called away, may be gone for a while and will be in harm's way. If your spouse/significant other is career-driven, you have to expect that pretty much everything they do is about their career. You have the opportunity from the beginning to decide if you can be in a relationship where you may end up spending a lot of time on your own. It is too bad that he was not there when she suffered the two miscarriages, but she was not alone. She was living not too far from her family so she had support. Will it make him seem uncaring to some people? Definitely. Does it mean he cannot lead? No.
What I find interesting is that she has had a pretty privileged life as a military wife. She has not had to move nearly as much as most military wives have had to. All she has had to do was cope with living in WASHINGTON (and I am sure in pretty nice quarters, not the base quarters that most military wives have to make due with). She did not like it so left to go back to Arizona. I wonder how many other military wives would LOOOOVE to be able to leave because they hate base life, but stick it out. That would be something to read about! The article states that Mrs. McCain "... quite persuasively" says she would be happy to move back to Washington if her husband were elected president. If she hated Washington before, does she really think she is going to like it any more now? Washington has not changed. I think she is smart enough to know that if she wants to see her husband elected, she has to watch things/statements like that because of the potential backlash to her husband's campaign. Of course, it should not matter to me (or any of us) whether or not Cindy McCain likes or dislikes Washington, DC because it has no real bearing on her husband's ability to lead, but stuff like this is what rules the news, political talk shows... and blogs.
In Search of Cindy McCain
For instance I believe when people read this article about Cindy McCain and are compelled to vote for her husband for the things she endured and preserved through is ridiculous, how does that reflect on how good of a president John McCain can be? Sure, she has been through three miscarriages, a stroke, sending her child off to war, adopting a baby with severe cleft palate, and a drug addiction, but where was her husband in all this (you know the person who actually might be running the country). Oh right, he was in
ALIAS2324
Pertaining to the nondescript summary about yourself, I suppose I could start to say I too am a blogger virgin. I do have to say the only blogging I have done is reading in different forums about how to fix my computer, or to get personal opinions on purchases I might be making, etc.; however, I have never actually contributed to the blog itself.
I am a fourth year student who transferred in when I was a freshman, and I need to make up three courses in the English department. This class caught my attention because it was a hybrid of in class learning and utilizing the internet for the other half. Unfortunately, I too grew up down at the Jersey shore (and classes in the summer is something you never get used to) yet I still chose at my own free will to take six classes in hopes to make my senior year a little less chaotic.
When school and working part time does not consume my life completely, I enjoy all sports playing or watching, spending time with my family and friends, and meeting new people. I have ADD (non-medicated) so my attention span is lacking. I have a very open mind and enjoy experiencing new things. I also try to be somewhat up date with politics; however I have yet to finalize my candidate for the upcoming election. I believe since I voted republican in 2004 I am automatically viewed as voting that way again, but I was a big fan of the Hillary Campaign, so hopefully this class can help me sway one way or the other.
McCain?
The post is a little confusing in that first Cindy McCain is painted as the good housewife who stays at home in Arizona for the sake of the children, while patriarch John McCain has the freedom to pursue his military and political careers. Further down the articile, the author describes Cindy’s many good works which are spoiled by an addiction to painkillers. When it’s said that John had no clue about the problem it kind of paints the senator as neglectful of his wife’s needs. If this article was meant to build up the determination and worth of the McCain’s, it’s a strange approach: saying all the bad things then explaining how wonderful they are for learning from it.
Even though Cindy is pictured as a struggling victim of politics and the role as a wife etc, and AT1744there are moments where it’s just too corny. On page page 4 where it starts “Last week in Vietnam…” there is a section just about how Cindy helped another woman with a child born with a deformity.
“Ditching her handlers, she went over to talk with [a woman holding a newborn with a severely cleft palate]. "Where's the interpreter?" Cindy demanded.”
The whole paragraph is dedicated to Cindy’s good character since she convinced the doctors to operate on the child even though doctors feared the newborn would go into cardiac arrest. What’s even hidden about this shining bit is that they never actually mention the results of the operation.
~La Neu
Introducing...
Hello to all! This is my VERY first experience with blogging and I have to say, I have mixed feelings about the whole process. For the most part, I think blogs are another way of getting that fifteen minutes of fame. "Check out my blog of my vacation to WaldoWorld". "Check out my blog of my walk to the corner store." I am sure there are blogs that are good and informative but the jury is still out on it, but for the most part, I think people should save their photos for friends and family (invite them over). And as for that walk to the corner store... I don't think anyone REALLY cares.
I took this class to learn more about blogging and the world's current infatuation with it (and because, 'McCann is the ... man!'). I am also hoping to learn more about the two candidates. Every election year I say that I am going to learn as much as I can about the candidates and the REAL issues but, real life steps in and I end up choosing the lesser of two evils. Part of me thinks that is what our electoral process has been broken down to over that last few decades but then again, maybe it has ALWAYS been that way. I am hoping that the work we do in this class will help me become a TRULY-informed voter.
Good luck to all and I look forward to blogging with you this term!!
I took this class to learn more about blogging and the world's current infatuation with it (and because, 'McCann is the ... man!'). I am also hoping to learn more about the two candidates. Every election year I say that I am going to learn as much as I can about the candidates and the REAL issues but, real life steps in and I end up choosing the lesser of two evils. Part of me thinks that is what our electoral process has been broken down to over that last few decades but then again, maybe it has ALWAYS been that way. I am hoping that the work we do in this class will help me become a TRULY-informed voter.
Good luck to all and I look forward to blogging with you this term!!
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
First Post
Blog this, blog that.
It's been years since I've been out blogging. DIGM just completely consumes life. It feeds on it, runs on it; its success depends entirely on total, unwavering fidelity. For those of you not familiar with DIGM, it's an acronym for Digital Media, and used in present context, not only describes a major, but a way of life.
I'm a DIGM major student, and strive against the widely stereotypical computer-geek way of life. Although I enjoy TV, movies, and video games, the measure by which I indulge is minimal. I find working, being outside, and learning new skills to be far more rewarding. The one DIGM behavior which inescapably defines me is being able to go for extended periods of time without sleep. This past term, I broke my old record of sixty-eight hours and raised the bar to EIGHTY-EIGHT CONSECUTIVE HOURS, NO SLEEP, NO CAFFEINE! Take that, DIGM!
-The DIGM major's ROCK
It's been years since I've been out blogging. DIGM just completely consumes life. It feeds on it, runs on it; its success depends entirely on total, unwavering fidelity. For those of you not familiar with DIGM, it's an acronym for Digital Media, and used in present context, not only describes a major, but a way of life.
I'm a DIGM major student, and strive against the widely stereotypical computer-geek way of life. Although I enjoy TV, movies, and video games, the measure by which I indulge is minimal. I find working, being outside, and learning new skills to be far more rewarding. The one DIGM behavior which inescapably defines me is being able to go for extended periods of time without sleep. This past term, I broke my old record of sixty-eight hours and raised the bar to EIGHTY-EIGHT CONSECUTIVE HOURS, NO SLEEP, NO CAFFEINE! Take that, DIGM!
-The DIGM major's ROCK
Cindy McCain
I'm not really sure how to react to this article because it seemed to me that in the effort to make her sound like an independent and head strong woman, like many people see Hillary Clinton, they show the many many life experiences she has had that don't sit to well with many people. She was seeing a married man with a family, was addicted to pain killers, and even turned her back on politics many times in the past. I can understand how she may feel resentful to the media because of all they have said but come on. All Hilary was put through with the "stained dress," she never turned her back on politics and especially her husband. Then again you can say she had her own private agenda but thats a whole other blog in itself. I did like how involved Mrs. McCain is in many different community aspects such as the over seas aid. Another plus would be her experience in the special education field and bringing her in the White House would give her much more influence in not only special education but education itself. Two of my sisters are special ed. teachers and I'm sure they would love the extra attention to their programs. Overall I liked the article and am glad I know so much more about our potential first lady but I think we could all do without the corny over emphasis on the story telling such as how "Cindy slammed her fist on the table." But then again, that's politics today.
Politics, Apathy, & Nothing In Between
I do not believe this blog will change the world. I even have my doubts about its possibility of changing or enlightening me. I have little to say as far as politics go, but I guess the assignment isn't about my political interests. That said, I am not really a fan of any of the candidates; as far as I'm concerned, they are all liars. Both parties provide us with nothing more than ambiguous lip service, promising improbable changes that ultimately won’t pan out. This is where I stand. To be honest, I'd rather leave the country for the run-up to the election than to spend my time putting up with the non-stop pandering offered by both parties. You may as well wake me when it's over.
Hi everyone
Hi fellow bloggers and English 103 kids, a little bit about me.. I'm a fashion design major at Drexel University and
to be quite frank I don't know much about politics, so this whole thing should be quite interesting. I'm a sophomore and not looking forward to these summer classes, I'm from the shore so I wish I was home on the beach! I'm looking forward to hearing what everyone has to say..
-kelly hamels
Hi
Hi everyone,
I'm kind of new to this whole blog concept so if I do this wrong somehow please bare with me. I would like to think that I know a little bit about the recent issues and all with this election but I am also looking forward to getting a little outside opinion from others so that I may get an even better concept of both sides of the election. Good luck all in this class and I hope to have a much broader sense of politics after this class is over.
I'm kind of new to this whole blog concept so if I do this wrong somehow please bare with me. I would like to think that I know a little bit about the recent issues and all with this election but I am also looking forward to getting a little outside opinion from others so that I may get an even better concept of both sides of the election. Good luck all in this class and I hope to have a much broader sense of politics after this class is over.
Intro...
I'm the only one who won't be using an alias. Or maybe my alias is "Andrew"...
Thanks for the intros and getting us going - the names/aliases are great.
Thanks for the intros and getting us going - the names/aliases are great.
Ello!
Hello to my fellow 103-ers, my name is CINFG, which is an acronym for Change Is Necessary For Growth. I am currently a freshman at Drexel University majoring in business administration with a concentration in legal studies. Although it disgusts me how many people don’t value suffrage and allow themselves to be ignorant to public policy, I am guilty about knowing more about celebrity gossip than a politician’s respective platform. I am a strong believer in the mantra “be the change you want to see.” I am making a conscious effort to spend less time on gossip websites and more time learning and reading about relevant issues. I find it depressing how many people know how many Lindsay Lohan has been to rehab and how few know about the genocide in Darfur. Hopefully we can use the blog to open each other’s eyes to relevant issues. I look forward to growing and learning with you all.
Hello All
Hello all,
LaNeuviemeRobe here, first of the introductions. I’m a Central Pennsylvanian now a Drexel student in Philly. Dance and theater are my game, more so the first than the second. In fact, I’ll be performing in a military themed piece in this year’s Philly Fringe Festival. I’m a liberal thinker but I’ll admit that I’ve never followed politics very closely. Looking forward to learning more before the big vote.
~La Neu
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