Already? We Don't Even Get A Week Off?
Farnhamia
09-11-2006, 22:23
The Governor of Iowa (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/15635323/) just declared for the 2008 Democratic nomination.
DES MOINES, Iowa - Democratic Gov. Tom Vilsack of Iowa, seeking an early jump on 2008, launched a long-shot bid for the White House on Thursday.
Edwardis
09-11-2006, 22:28
One of the good things about dictatorships is that you don't need to worry about the overwhelming aspects elections.
It almost makes dictatorships look desirable when things like this happen.
Farnhamia
09-11-2006, 22:38
One of the good things about dictatorships is that you don't need to worry about the overwhelming aspects elections.
It almost makes dictatorships look desirable when things like this happen.
There are times, believe me ...
I like the British system, they expressly limit the time during which campaigns happen to about five weeks, as I recall.
New Granada
09-11-2006, 22:39
His name is Valdick or Volcock or something, he's not winning any presidential elections.
Farnhamia
09-11-2006, 22:41
His name is Valdick or Volcock or something, he's not winning any presidential elections.
Winning or losing isn't the point. Politics needs a serious time out.
New Granada
09-11-2006, 22:45
Winning or losing isn't the point. Politics needs a serious time out.
And no one's taking mr Van Wiener seriously, so dont worry about it.
There are times, believe me ...
I like the British system, they expressly limit the time during which campaigns happen to about five weeks, as I recall.
This last month or so has highlighted to me in many ways why we in the UK should be grateful for the relatively good system we have going.
BAAWAKnights
09-11-2006, 23:32
He's a nice guy. I met him a couple times, as I graduated from the college his wife used to teach at.
Farnhamia
09-11-2006, 23:34
He's a nice guy. I met him a couple times, as I graduated from the college his wife used to teach at.
I have no doubt but please, take a few days off after the election before declaring, okay? :rolleyes:
Philosopy
09-11-2006, 23:44
This last month or so has highlighted to me in many ways why we in the UK should be grateful for the relatively good system we have going.
I think I would rather have the rest of this Parliament with Blair than have to suffer all this mid-term nonsense, it has to be said. There is such a thing as too much democracy,
Red_Letter
09-11-2006, 23:45
I miss Mark Warner.
Muravyets
10-11-2006, 07:19
Already? We Don't Even Get A Week Off?
The Governor of Iowa (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/15635323/) just declared for the 2008 Democratic nomination.
No rest for the wicked.
But yeah, there should definitely be a time limit on this stuff. There are seasons for ducks and deer. Why can't we have one for politicians, too?
Wilgrove
10-11-2006, 07:21
No rest for the wicked.
But yeah, there should definitely be a time limit on this stuff. There are seasons for ducks and deer. Why can't we have one for politicians, too?
Because their heads would explode if they don't get to spew their crap in a timely matter.
Muravyets
10-11-2006, 07:29
Because their heads would explode if they don't get to spew their crap in a timely matter.
That was way too accurate, appropriate and disturbing an image. Thanks for putting it into my head. I'm going to bed now, to dream of hundreds of popping heads...
*pop!* There goes another one.
Wilgrove
10-11-2006, 07:30
That was way too accurate, appropriate and disturbing an image. Thanks for putting it into my head. I'm going to bed now, to dream of hundreds of popping heads...
*pop!* There goes another one.
ROFL! God I hope someone sigs my comment. :D
Well, I'm officially announcing my candidacy for the Presidency...for 2034. :D
EDIT: I mean 2044. 44. Not 34. I can't count.
Soviestan
10-11-2006, 09:05
so far he has about 1% support among dems. No wonder he had to call it so early, he need to scrape up all the support he can get.