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In the words of Naomi Klein:

In the words of Naomi Klein:

“Whatever the events of this week mean, nobody should believe the overblown claims that the market crisis signals the death of “free market” ideology. Free market ideology has always been a servant to the interests of capital, and its presence ebbs and flows depending on its usefulness to those interests.

During boom times, it’s profitable to preach laissez faire, because an absentee government allows speculative bubbles to inflate. When those bubbles burst, the ideology becomes a hindrance, and it goes dormant while big government rides to the rescue. But rest assured: the ideology will come roaring back when the bailouts are done. The massive debts the public is accumulating to bail out the speculators will then become part of a global budget crisis that will be the rationalization for deep cuts to social programs, and for a renewed push to privatize what is left of the public sector. We will also be told that our hopes for a green future are, sadly, too costly.”

Diary, Influences

Naomi Klein

I’ve been a fan of Naomi Klein (fellow Canadian) I’ve read - NO LOGO and I’m reading her new book- THE SHOCK DOCTRINE- I’m also watching a film she was involved in called THE TAKE- tonight- She and another favorite of mine-Naomi Wolff (THE BEAUTY MYTH) are fantastic, insightful food for thought/people authors, minds_- to say the least- I’ve always loved politics or fascinated anyway- The world is our children’s- and there is a way to make it a better place- it’s overwhelming the information and the perceptions- but in the end its bottom line and simple- what is best for our kids? Lets do the right thing.

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Canada’s model for health care

WHY aren’t we using Canada’s model for health care?- Everyone’s treated the same- someone get a clue- so inexpensive and fair for everyone. While you are under your parent’s roof you are covered and when you move out it’s so little to be covered on your own as a single adult-

Diary, Obama

Visit Neighbor to Neighbor now, and knock on doors or make phone calls for Barack

Dear Friend,

Did you see the debate on Friday night?

Barack won a solid victory, and the polls all show that his message of change broke through to undecided voters.

In the next 48 hours, we have a great opportunity to grow this movement for change. By reaching out to fellow voters right now, and talking about the important differences we all saw on Friday night, you can make a huge difference.

Check out our exciting new Neighbor to Neighbor tool and reach out to people in your community. We’ll provide talking points and a list of potential supporters you can call or canvass.

For millions of people, Friday’s debate was the first time they heard Barack’s plans to cut taxes for 95% of middle class families, bring a responsible end to the war in Iraq, make health care affordable, and rebuild our economy from the bottom up.

They also saw that John McCain — after his erratic and reckless response to the nation’s financial crisis — never once mentioned how he planned to help struggling American families. Throughout the entire debate, he didn’t say the words “middle class.” Not once.

On Friday, the differences between Barack and John McCain could not have been clearer.

Now we just …

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FYI Hey spread the word U CAN NOT go to the polls rocking Obama gear.

FYI Hey spread the word U CAN NOT go to the polls rocking Obama gear. It’s illegal & they WILL NOT let u Vote! Get the word out

Diary, Obama

PLEASE REGISTER TO VOTE

PLEASE REGISTER TO VOTE there is still a short time to do this. PLEASE:

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Moscow is such an incredible city. Interesting the questions from massive press conference- I really can’t believe the attention I get - boy. A lot of young Russian people ask me if Americans like them. I say of course- though we seem to be at odds with so many countries at the moment. Traveling is a real eye opener-Thank God we have Barack Obama - we have world issues now. It’s a small world. Global warming Global Economy- we have to all get along. And take care of each other.
P

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I truly think Obama and the incredible Democratic party including Biden and the Clintons will save the world. Hillary Clinton IS the most powerful woman in politics in America. She will do more for Americans in any position or positions in the Democratic party than Palin could do as Mr McCain’s Vice President - if you have any loyalty to Mrs Clinton- you couldn’t possible switch over to that woman. They are opposite in every way. Let’s not fall for the political move that was clearly a slap in the face to Mrs Clinton. I believe whole heartedly in Mr Obama’s choice for Vice President. Mr Biden adds a great deal of importance and unique knowledge.  Ms Clinton has a lot up her sleeve. She can only be more effective if we elect Obama. There is a A force that goes beyond the Presidency. . The most intelligent people. Including the Clintons and many others are still very involved. Young people MUST vote. 1st time Voters MUST vote. This is our children’s president. It’s the most important election of our lifetime.  It will set the stage.  Or destroy the stage. It’s our choice. Every one counts.

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“She can suck it” means
(Roughly translated)::
“I am profoundly opposed to Governor Palin’s position on a number of significant issues. I am thus vehemently against her becoming Vice President of the United States of America.

Thank you,
Pamela

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Olympics

PEOPLE BETTER BE WATCHNG THE OLYMPICS INSTEAD OF MY SHOW!!! you know how E replays things over and over - if people are interested its always around—