Though both economic and social policies affect one another, I think they are separate and distinct, even if it’s not officially taught that way.[/quote]
CAR: It’s easier for politicians to “move” the masses if they focus on social issues, especially those wedge issues that really fire up their respective bases. Plus, it deflects attention/focus AWAY from economic issues (wage stagnation, income inequality, the emergence (over the last 30 years) of an oligarchic/kleptocratic elite, etc), thus enabling both parties from having to address, in any sort of substantive fashion, the real situation in this country.
Thus, we have Obama, who truly isn’t any different from Dubya, right down to continuing Dubya’s deplorable policies, including ignoring the worst abuses of Wall Street, all whilst playing the “class warfare” card.
“Meet the new boss, same as the old boss.”[/quote]
Absolutely right, Allan. The two-party system (and all the nonsensical emotional rhetoric spewed by these bought politicians) isn’t about giving “We the People” a voice as much as it’s about keeping us divided and distracted while the puppet masters make off with the loot.
And thanks for being such an intelligent, informed, and balanced poster from the conservative side, Allan. It’s always a pleasure to hear your perspective.
