Alright, I was busy with some other things yesterday so I only became aware late yesterday evening of "The Life of Julia" -- the Obama campaign's attempt to bribe stupid/ignorant, shameless, and unambitious women into voting for him.
The youtube video shows Julia from cradle to grave and how she lives (and even thrives!) off the government's largesse, thanks to President Obama. It also has helpful reminders of how each of these vital "gimmes" will be taken away under a President Romney.
I have a few questions for my liberal, female friends: 1) does this bother or offend you in any way?, 2) if not, why not?, 3) if not, have you no sense of shame? Because of all my liberal, female friends -- I'm not aware that any of you need the government's help to live your lives. You are all productive, tax-paying citizens who contribute positively to the fabric of our society (not counting your voting record, of course). This should offend you. I am offended for you. This is how your government sees you -- as a damsel in distress, waiting to be saved because you couldn't possibly save yourself.
Are American women unable to provide for themselves? Are we unable to actually earn a scholarship to college or work to pay our own way? What is the role of parents and family in our society? Are we truly helpless without government handouts? And if so, is that something to be celebrated? Is that a reason to vote for a particular candidate? He's just trying to buy your vote: "if you elect me, I will pay for __________."
The most offensive thing about this gambit is that he and his campaign think it will work -- they think we all operate on greed. That the most important thing to any and all of us is how much we can get for nothing. So, if your greed exceeds your desire for freedom (and it's responsibilities), then vote for Obama. (But before you do, take a look at this rebuttal: "The Real Life of President Obama's Julia".)
*My first name is Julia.
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