Obama or McCain?

Saturday, November 01, 2008

With Election Day looming over the “land of the free, and home of the brave” many, if not all of us have already chosen the candidate we’ll be voting for, or supporting, on Tuesday. However, which is truly more qualified to lead America through the myriad of problems it’s facing? From huge economic meltdowns that threaten the well-being of the entire planet, to Homeland Securities that are constantly being tested and threatened, the next President will have some pretty big objectives to pass in order to get this nation back on the right track. America is on the verge of making serious history, no matter which way it goes. Either the first female Vice President or the first African American President in our history will make headlines across the globe. With only 3 days until the nation chooses a president, do you know the facts about the candidates? Does emotion, media hype, gossip, rumors, racial loyalty, parents/friends/teachers, religious beliefs, or logic influence your decision?

Which candidate do you support, and why?

Speak your mind here.

Walk This Way

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Since its onset as a successful genre in the early 1970s, Hip-Hop has easily merged with various music cultures in a major way. However, one major genre, and its followers, weren’t as willing to allow a mesh of societies. Rock, in its various forms, has held strong front against Hip-Hop/Rap, and hardcore fans of both sides believe the opposing genre is worthless as music. However, there have been many instances where the two genres were able to blend beautifully, almost killing the presumptions from the factions of both fields, though nothing has really merged their disbelief into a complete acceptance of one another.

Which is better: Rock or Rap, or are they just two incredible forces ready to take over the world?

Cut for the Cure

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Though every E-warrior across the galaxy has declared their proclamations as law, I think we all know how skewered the opinions of ITGs are. Though nothing new, cutting is defined as a form of dealing with depression or other emotional issues that a person (usually a teenager) is plagued with. However, what’s the reasoning behind it? Do cutters think about what they do before they make that first sliver into the skin? Does it really aid in coping with emotions, or is it just a cry to the world saying, “Someone please look at me, I’m desperate for attention!!”
Is a cutter synonymous with emo? Let’s get down to the vein of the issue (bad joke?)

Are cutters truly attention whores?

Talk about it here

I Can Do Anything You Can Do Better

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Throughout today’s society, women are fighting for what they believe is their God-given right as human beings: An equal standing among men. Throughout the history of mankind there have been very few cultures, societies, and empires, the biggest of which was the Ancient Egyptian culture, that gave women the same rights as men. Though constantly proving their worth, women across the globe are still struggling with their rights from the very beginning. From the workforce to the playing field, girls are apt to showing that they are made of stronger stuff. However, is it all in vain? Are men just destined to sit on top of the social food chain?

Will women ever truly be equal to men?

Talk about it here

Campaign ‘08 - Exclusive Interview: Odin, The All-Father

After uncanny developments following the first Presidential Debate, the “Norse Gods” of the Asgardian Party have been making incredible gains in what was once described as a tight race. Though no where near the lead, Odin the All-Father has impacted voters in a way most thought was impossible, drawing a very large percentage away from the other main Presidential hopefuls, John McCain and Barack Obama. Of course, I felt the public needed to know a bit more of Odin’s stance when it comes to a few domestic issues, though it was going to be hard…well hard if I was a human…to summon him. After 2 weeks or so, I had enough sacrificial virgins (72), cookies (chocolate chip), and mead (tasty) to please him for a few minutes (3) while we could speak on the issues the people are concerned about the most. I met him in his hall, Valhalla, where thousands of warriors live daily in preparation for the great war, Ragnarök. Of course, I had my own [KILLER] reputation there, and was immediately flogged by some 300 women (and some of the weaker Valkyrie, who just couldn’t help themselves) that happened to be in the room. The commotion caused the other 4-500 in the next room to start flooding the hallways just to get a peak at my incredible visage. Of course, Odin was understanding and we had our fill of meat, cheese, wine and women. We had to bat a few out as a dozen or so lingered after grown-up time, and that feeling of “Why is she still here?” was starting to creep over the both of us. After kicking out the last of the stragglers, I sat at the fire while Odin pulled up his High Chair, and we commenced with the interview.

Njord:
Odin, the All-Father. The new candidate for United States President. I think the majority of the people know the basics of your bid for leadership, but what made you decide to run for the presidency?
Odin:
Well, as I’ve stated many times before, I spent many years in America as Vegtam the Wanderer.  In fact, I had a drink or two on Benjamin Franklin.  That guy was alright. Well, anyway. So I took a liking to America, all it was built on, what it stood for, the message it sent. And America was always a bad ass in the Viking sense of the word.  I mean, if you look at the Monroe Doctrine, some pissant little agricultural nation just stood the fuck up and said “Hey, rest of the world…this is our area now.  If you mess with them, you mess with us.”
It was incredibly ballsy and they immediately gained my respect, however, in recent years, I’ve noticed a problem called “liberal hippie bed-wetting” or as it’s more commonly known as “political correctness”
So I decided I had had enough and if anyone is going to lead America back to it’s glory days of giving it hard and straight and letting those who were jealous have hurt feelings, it better be the Norse God of Awesome and Everything in Between, Odin!
Njord:
You don’t believe that your brash nature, strong words, and general “fuck it” attitude won’t put off potential voters? Because I don’t think many will put up with being told that their country is full of “liberal hippies”
Odin:
They can go fuck themselves.
NEXT QUESTION!
Njord:
Ahahah, well then.
One of the biggest problems facing America today is the myriad of wars we’re entangled in at the moment. What are your views on them and how to you plan to deal with each?
Odin:
I intend to not make the same mistake as most recent war time presidents have, and it’s a simple concept that had Hitler done it, we’d all be speaking German, and this concept, bear with me now, is called: “Letting the generals fight the war.”
What I mean by that is politicians and presidents since Vietnam on have always been to hands on with the way wars are fought, yet anyone who’s watched even seconds of CSPAN knows, that politicians know PRECISELY dick about shit.
You know who does know dick about shit?  The commanders on the ground.  The men who’ve made their bones in the Armed Forces:
The men who’ve spent 30+ years leading troops and making battle plans.
The men who’ve devoted their collective genius to war, rather than civilian endeavors which would have made them infinitely more rich and affluent.
The men who’ve graduated something called “The Command and Staff College” and “The War College.”
The men who know what needs to be done and how it needs to get done and when it can be done as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Njord:
You seem to have a lot of respect for the commanders in the thick of these wars.
Now it’s been widely speculated that the Norse god ‘Thor’ is a potential pick for Secretary of Defense, should you get the Presidential position.
Odin:
That is a terrible, terrible lie
Who the fuck wins wars through defense?
That’s the pussification of America I’m striving to fight against. Bring back the good ol’ days, the days your grandfather fucked your grandmother in back before he went off to fight the Nazis and Japs
Bring back the SECRETARY OF WAR!
and yes, Thor will be fitting that role nicely.
Njord:
Well that position has been abolished for over 60 years now, so Thor better have some mighty nice qualifications for the job
Odin:
There were times in the days of yore that merely invoking Thor’s name would force entire nations to surrender to their attacker, lest they face the wrath of Thor. I think he’ll do nicely, and if he completely bungles the job, he’ll probably just kill anyone who calls him out on it. So things should work themselves out naturally
Njord:
Though voters have questioned his…bloodthirsty nature. .Is it certain that Thor wouldn’t attack our neighbors and allies without provocation?
Odin:
I am his father, if I could handle Thor throughout his teenage years, I think I can handle him as my secretary of war. Now, that being said, Thor would attack them if he saw fit.  You listening rest of the world?  America is NOT to be trifled with.
Thor speaks softly and carries a big stick…named Mjolnir
Njord:
And it has already gained quite the reputation, but enough about Thor. Another big concern is the economy, which has literally gone to shit in the past few weeks.
Odin:
Odin knows enough about the economy to get him by, but he will need a great adviser to help him on this, so Ollerus will be filling the role of Secretary of the Treasury
Odin will directly do one thing with an executive order and that is he will abolish the over computerization and automation of the stock market. While computers can carry out transaction quickly, they do not have the intuition and foresight that human good at their jobs can have. Ollerus knows of a wise man who predicted this entire crisis at least a year before it happened, yet the computers couldn’t do that.
Njord:
But with the large chances of human error and corruption, aren’t you afraid that those same people might take advantage of that new system?
Odin:
There’s always that chance, but that’s what makes America so great
that we have a little bit of everything. We have good people who keep bad people in check. Would you rather Odin create a government board to directly oversee morality and transactions and kill anyone who doesn’t comply?
It’s the dice roll that makes the human experience so special. Now, obviously there has to be SOME government regulation to fix these loop holes that allowed these banks to find a whole new way to buy on margin, but the less regulation the better.
I wouldn’t say as little as possible, I’d use “as much as necessary”
Njord:
So, though it has been disputed about numerous times, it’s pretty much accepted that you and your comrades ARE truly Norse gods. Being “divine”, how do you plan on connecting with voters on a personal level?
Odin:
Is fucking your mother enough or do I have to throw your sister in there, too?
Njord:
Alright, new question.
Issue, education - Though our standards have risen, funding has fallen, and it’s getting harder and harder each year for students to enter college. How do you plan on dealing with our lackluster educational system?
Odin:
Again, personal responsibility is the main issue here
social programs such as social promotion are the main issues
If the child isn’t ready for the next grade, then damn it, he’s just not ready. If he’s “embarrassed” then he should be, also, parents need to get more involved. Studies have shown parents who take an active interest in a child’s life do better in school. You know, the parents that sit down and make kids do their homework.
And as far as inner city kids and education, it’s a dicey situation, but the internet is a great equalizer
everyone and their mother has the internet or opportunities to use it. As far as college being too expensive, there are city colleges and state universities in place that, by law, are cheap and accessible.
However the entire concept of mandatory college is getting out of hand and businesses are starting to realize it, so who knows what the future might bring.
society seems to be writing itself, I mean…why the fuck would a mechanic have to go to college for 4 years?
Let him apprentice under a mechanic, learn his trade and don’t waste his money, you know?
Njord:
Then again, the job market is getting slim.
Odin:
it’s because people with college degrees don’t want to be janitors
they think they’re “better’n” that kind of work.
We have to break that arrogance. There’s good honest labor to be had working with your hands
but let’s face it, you could think that janitor is a loser, but that loser has a job and you don’t, so who’s laughing now?
Njord:
True, but a lot of people don’t believe the “American dream” involves being a janitor
Odin:
OK
Nothing says you have to stay being a janitor
Work as a janitor and apply for other jobs, and the American dream pretty much is the rags to riches story.
Njord:
I can agree with that. Many of our grandfathers’ stories tell of working as a janitor, or construction worker, supporting a family of 6 kids without problems. I believe that America has lost of lot of their hard-working attitude.
(In other words, you’re all pansies, wanting everything to be spoon-fed and instantly gratifying, not willing to work for anything on the sake of “time”)
Well, since we’ve covered the basics of your beliefs and standings, are there any last statements you want to make to the American public?
Odin:
Prepare yourselves to be spanked, and hard.
You’ve all been naughty and lackadaisical and you’ve had your hands held for years without being seriously reprimanded
you’ve been told mediocrity is acceptable
They’ve created ribbons up to 10th place
and the notion that “just being nominated is an honor” has permeated every level of our consciousness
No longer
No longer shall the loser be glorified and made to feel better
No longer will you be spoon fed
and no longer will failure be tolerated
get ready for a reality check, America
you’ll thank me later
Njord:
Well it has been an interesting interview, so I thank you, Odin, for your time
Odin:
No present me with the throngs of women I was promised
and I shall need mead on the quick!

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So, of course, I had my virgins enter the hall, and I could almost see Odin smile at my efforts. After clasping his arm, I bid him goodnight and decided to be on my way. My own throng of vixens were waiting back in my hall, and had a tendency to bite when I took my time…I took the scenic route.

Of course, Odin has a long way to go before he has any chance of solidifying his place in this race, but I believe he can do it. With thousands of years under his belt, leading an entire realm of gods, men, and those insatiable Valkyries, Odin has the stuff for the job. It’s just up to you, the people, to see it.

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