I don't watch the political conventions, which amount to little more than silly cheer leading. I know where the parties stand on issues. The conventions are a waste of time and money, which is what politicians do best. I scan the morning paper to see if anything interesting occurred and listen to a few minutes of conservative radio host Mike Gallagher. I didn't see Clint Eastwood's appearance at the RNC, but read and heard clips of it the next day. Whatever anyone thought of the speech, it was the highlight of the show, although it probably didn't sway independent voters. Yesterday it was the Democrats turn to provide unusual entertainment. In their platform, they left out any mention of God, and of Jerusalem being the capital of Israel. Dumb move. 89% of Americans believe in God. A significant majority support Israel. Party leadership decided to do a do-over and took a group voice vote on whether to restore those planks to the platform. Apparently, it had no clue as to the embarrassment that lay in store. The vote was taken three times and at best the delegates were evenly divided. Nevertheless, the resolutions were passed. Loud booing ensued. And today spokespersons tried desperately to spin the incident in a positive light. Paul Begala, party loyalist, wasn't buying it, calling it "an unforced error." I'm not sure this will be damaging to the President. The platform was changed. Jews will continue to vote in an overwhelming majority for Democrats. The general public will continue to view politicians as a necessary evil. It's always interesting when the true colors of the elites show, in this case the hardcore left. It's similar to viewing a Martin Scorsese film -- one doesn't know whether to laugh or tear one's hair out in despair. The corruption rife in New York is another example. No one expects anything less. Yet it apparently is what the electorate wants, as it keeps returning the same people to office. I will vote, but I'll do it with the lowest of expectations.
After a four day hiatus, the floating book shop will re-open tomorrow -- unless the front backs up.
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Vic’s Third Novel (Print or Kindle): http://tinyurl.com/7e9jty3
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Vic’s Short Story Collection (Print or Kindle): http://www.tiny.cc/Oycgb
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