Good Morning Wrap and The Election
59Roll Up Your Sleeves
Good morning breakfastpoppers. Today is Wednesday, November 3, 2010. The balloons are popped, the lights are out and the votes are in. The people have spoken and their message is clear. Change direction, Mr. President, change our current course because as Americans we are unhappy with your decisions and we insist on being part of the solution to our country's problems. The people have spoken and they resoundingly rejected your policies and your methods. It's time to take a good hard look in the mirror and decide if you have what it takes to abandon your love of big government and your embrace of class warfare. We have changed the balance of power in the House and we have rejected you. What you do with this message is of course up to you and your conscience. You have the power of the veto and you are free to use it, but remember the people have spoken loud and clear.
Before we go on let's whip up some breakfast. and then talk some more. Today we will be preparing a Good Morning Wrap. You will need 1/2 cup of cottage cheese, 1 tablespoon granola, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 banana and 1 tortilla. Mix cottage cheese, brown sugar, honey and granola. Spread on the tortilla and add a vertically sliced banana on top. Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll up. Sit back and enjoy your tortilla. I have a few more thoughts I'd like to share.
Now that the votes have been counted it's time to immediately resolve to change the election process in this country. We have to start at once so that we are prepared for 2012. We need a uniform system that does not vary from state to state. Washington is an entirely write in state. There is way too much room for fraud and their method is unacceptable. All accusations of fraud, and there are many, have to be investigated and those responsible must be held accountable. Our disenfranchised military must never have to face the risk of being shut out of the election. Again an investigation of who is responsible for this travesty must start immediately. Every single person who wishes to cast a vote must have to provide identification and proof of citizenship. We have the technology to insure that people are not voting more than once. We have the technology to insure that dead people and fake people are not registered. Let's start using our resources and stop this garbage once and for all.
Now comes the great challenge. Congress must work with the White House and the White House must move to the center and reach out to Congress. We have to find ways to grow this economy and put people back to work. Taxing people to death and punishing them for succeeding is not the answer. We must cut spending, ear marks and idiotic hand-outs that waste money and accomplish nothing. The unions must take a back seat in this country and stop trying to influence and initiate policy. The people have spoken and like it or not President Obama is going to have to listen. I hope we can put an end to cap and trade, card check, the inheritance tax, and massive spending. I believe the Bush tax cuts must be extended for everyone. I hope we can repeal the health care bill and write something that makes sense and represents what the American people want. I hope that President Obama chooses cooperation over veto.
Only time will tell, but at least we can say that all of our voices made a difference. At least we can say that we, the people, changed the course of history. We must not let down our vigilance for once second. When those that represent us know they are being watched the outcome is always better. Power to the people, let freedom ring...POP...
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Pop,
I think repeal of Health Care is questionable during the Kings reign but all appropriations bills start in the House and it's overwhelmingly Republican so we can defund it. Also I have my first Republican Congressman since 1968 and if Obama and Biden buy the farm at the same time the presidential succession will go to speaker Boener and not to The Baroness of Botox!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Also the fillabuster is in place in the Senate!!!!!!!!!!
All in all I'm satisfied with a good start so meet me at the bar and I'm buying!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am surprised that things went as smoothly as they did I really expected it to go a lot worse. I agree that something needs to be done to fix the election problems we face. I was listening to Mark Levin last night waiting for election coverage to begin and a gentleman called up he said that his son along with other military personnel were set up to do maneuvers, and were unable to vote. That is wholly unacceptable, no one should be prevented from voting, especially our military men and women.
Dear nicomp,
I understand that, but it leaves the door open to so much fraud. Our vote is our voice and we should protect its integrity at all costs. See you at the bar and we'll talk some more.
Good morning Tom,
There are many possibilities ahead of us at this juncture but the picture is a lot brighter than it was on Monday.
Pop, it seems as though we are not totally surrounded by "ass bags" speaking of? where is lrcblogger and his crap wagon? Buyers remorse got them, and if the voted had not been split by independents we'd own Congress this morning.
Yet balance of power is sweet as no one can steam roll the other! the system is how it should be "balanced", 50
Good morning rachell,
All of the fraud is unacceptable and there was plenty of it. Disenfranchising the military is beyond criminal and should never, ever happen again. See you at the bar. We really should celebrate.
Good morning 50,
Mmmmm, I wonder what the liberal Obama lovers have to say now. I'm happy we stopped the socialist steamroller from flattening our system and our rights. See you at the bar and I am buying food and drink.
Encouraging write BP, but I don't want the pubs working with those animals! I want them destroyed and their lives made miserable! I know, I know this isn't the attitude becoming an outstanding citizen like myself but I can't help it! ha, I am amazed that Nevada and CA voted the worst back in!
Good morning American Romance,
I wouldn't worry too much, I can't imagine Obama cooperating on anything. Having said that the Reps. should try to open a dialogue because it was the Dems tactic to shut them out completely. They need to come up with solutions and try to get it done. Of course, Obama has the last word, doesn't he. I'm not surprised about California. It's all the dope they smoke and Nevada had a lot of goons calling the shots. Besides Angle wasn't a great opponent in my opinion. See you at the bar, it is time to celebrate and I am buying drinks and food.
I will meet you at the bar to celebrate that people are waking up and we do need "CHANGE". Let's take a moment because we have alot of work ahead of us...Next round is on me
Pop,
I am fully satisfied just knowing that Pelosi will be FORCED to sit down and SHUT UP!! Perhaps SHE should be going to the back seat instead of the repubs! I am disappointed that Manchin beat Raese here in WV, but at least for these first 2 years, Manchin will damn well be one of the MOST conservative dems up there. If he hopes to win again in 2012, he KNOWS what he must do.
Frankly, I find it quite disturbing that you are NOT required to produce a photo id in order to vote. Think of all the things that DO require an id and most of those are not nearly so important as a vote.
POP - Yes Ma'am now 'The Great Challenge' begins. I look forward to the great debate once both sides have to lay out the way forward. I am less concerned about repeal of the HC law since I think the courts will ultimately find it unconstitutional.
In just two short years we will have another chance to check the results and make our choices. I do so love this country and how we do it!
See ya at the Inn!
Well, it's over. A lot of the garbqage in the House is gone. I think it is good that we didn't get the senate at this time. Too much would have been expected. Let's enjoy the victory for a day. To the bar. Oh, I heard Obumma is going to a conference in India. I also heard it could cost about $200 milliion a day! aabout 3,000 are going with him. If this is true, he should be impeached. Howewver, to more important things. I think there is a JD on the rocks with my name on it. BARTENDER...........
For now, since Congess controls the pursestrings, we can take a deep breath, and relax.
Dear POP,
much has been accomplished to change the uneven balance and restore some kind of sanity, but the pressure is on and much is expected from the new politicians that just took office. Let's hope they can deliver. I take it that you are buying for all of us - as you should:-)))
Dear Jennifer,
I am in the mood to let loose and celebrate. I'll save you a seat and dinner is one me!
Dear Sheri,
The next 2 years should prove to be very interesting. Our guard has to remain up, up up. It is incredible that no ID is required in many states. In my district all I did was say my name, no proof required and sign. Registration is shoddy and not kept up to date. I know someone who is registered in three different districts and no matter how many times she tells them to take her off the rolls in two of the districts, her name remains. It's deplorable. But let's try to fix this mess and look forward to the end of destruction! See you at the bar.
Dear Hmr,
And so it begins with the promise of a brighter future. See you at the Inn. I'm buying and I am in the mood for cautious celebration.
Good morning taxlarry,
I do believe he is going to India and I know it's a costly trip, but then again he has a great example is his wife Michelle. In the meantime, let's celebrate what we have and get revved to keep the pressure and the vigil up. See you at the bar. Not only is there a JD with your name on it, there's a bar stool!
Good morning vrajavala,
Relaxing sounds sooo good! See you at the bar. I'm buying all night.
Dear Petra,
Well, if anything the next couple of years should be very interesting. Let's see how this plays out. I'll see you at the bar and yes, I am buying.
I stayed up late last night watching the election tally come in. I could almost see your profile pic peeking out a corner of fox news channel but instead of holding a spoon , you had two thumbs up. :)
POP, we finally got that Hope & Change!
Good to see some change in Congress. We must stay on our Representatives like white on rice so that they don't forget!
Pop, most folks are unaware of the practice that was put down by the original Constitution that Congress men were appointed by the house representatives as one of the check in the system to keep the congress balanced in power. Had the 19th or 17th, I don't remember, not been added to the Constitution we would never have been in this predicament to begin with.
The best is knowing the "runt" with a C will be out on her ass, pelosi is bad history now! The bitch has been tossed out with the dogs, ain't it sweet to see her get her do? Ha! gotta love it!
I'm thirsty and hungry let's laugh it up at the bar! Now when I leave Wednesday I can go with a clear mind and hunting will be great! 50
Hey pops, it was a good night that's for sure but we must continue to be vigilant until we see America rise up out of the ash. My fam is in calif, all conservatives. Check out the representative map for calif, all red save for way up north, bay area and down south. Taxlarry the obummer trip was announced on fox, 3000! Who the heck is he taking with him, does he know something we don't know? Little disconcerting and 200mil a day, he wants his final whack at trying to banckrupt us. See ya the bar, I'll be wearing red white and blue (heavy on the red!!)
Pop
Unfortunately this when guy looks in the mirror he says to himself; Allah please give me the strength to deal with such a collection of idiots that they do not realize just how wonderful I am and how fantastic my benevolent policies are; after all I am allowing them to keep some of their money instead of paying 100% tribute to me!
As for people speaking loud and clear; he simply puts both hands tightly over his ears and yells out La-La-La- I can’t hear you; LLLLLLAAAAAAAAA LLLLAAAAAAAA LLLLLLAAAAAAAAAAA I CAN’T HEAR YOU!!!!!!!!!.
Pop; fraud is the Latin Root Word for Democrat. They would just as soon write tort reform into the Obamination known as Obama Care as eradicate Fraud from the election process; without fraud there would never be another democRAT elected anywhere again!
Pop, Pop, Pop what are you saying; every single person who wishes to cast a vote must have to provide identification and proof of citizenship,” that is synonymous with the Democrats telling organized labor to go away or telling the Congressional Black Caucus they intend to push for welfare reform!
Ok Pop here’s where we part ways; Congress must work with the White House and the White House must move to the center and reach out to Congress. Sorry but that “ain’t gonna happen!” For Congress to work with the White House means Republicans we know you wanna be liked and the public will love you because my Press will praise you if you cave in and cooperate with me. You have just put forth a great revolution and frankly it scared the hell outta me but that’s over now and time to get back to business. We’ll spin this as Republicans being the party of NO if you don’t cave in and give me what I want. As for me moving to the center; ARE YOU OUTTA YOUR MIND; I’M A LEFTY AND A LEFTY I WILL STAY!
One if by land and two if by sea
But Barrackie Boo will never agree
So pack up your flags the day is done
As America sinks behind the crescent sun!
Dear Bail Up,
Yes, that was me and my thumbs were up way up. See you at the bar later. Drinks and food are on me all night long.
Dear jiberish,
Yes, we finally did get that hope and change. We still have along way to go, but for today I say let's party. See you at the bar. I'm buying.
Dear Ray Thoughts,
I couldn't agree more. Now we really need to be vigilant and get back our country. Come to the "bar" later for fun and relaxation. I think we earned it.
Dear 50,
In a perfect world we would have balance and common sense. With those 2 things we can't lose. But we did restore some balance and now both of us can take a bit of R & R and enjoy our vacations. See you tonight.
Dear Judicastro,
If Obama is spending that kind of money than he ought to be impeached. Actually, he ought to be impeached anyway. Today is a new beginning but our job is just heating up. We have to remain vigilant. See you at the bar. I'm buying.
Dear Patriot,
Love the poem, I really do. I don't believe that Obama will accommodate the Republicans, but the Republicans had better come up with some solid common sense plans to get our country back on track. That way Obama becomes the real party of no. See you at the bar. I'm buying. Would you please recite your poem tonight?
I just have one question...when do the taxpayers get the keys to Nancy Pelosi's Boeing 757 back or do we afford the same priviledge to the House Minority Leader? Time to fess up! WB
For 50, a day without lrcblogger is like a day WITH sunshine. I hope those liberal bloggers stay in their dark little holes. They are such a downer!
How about the power outage in Nevada? Rather convenient given it doesn't usually happen!
And Colorado, big disappointment here.
But overall, we should be cautiously elated, and then, let's get down to business in January. I will be very interested to hear (for once) what Obama has to say today. What he says today will set the tone for future communications between him and congress so for once, I will actually watch him.
You have a good list going, POP, for things that should be addressed immediately. Voting without ID has got to be stopped. The idea of it is sheer insanity and begs for fraud. Great hub!
I'm proud to be among all the loyal Americans who voted to establish a more balanced Congress. Time will tell whether our new representatives have the strength and fortitude to make intelligent choices and put the brakes on big government and its spending.
I agree with Drbj - it's better to have a balance of power. Let's hope this election served as a wake-up call.
Dear Wayne,
I heard she is keeping the jet and she might not stop being Speaker. What a woman! See you at the bar.
Good evening pcoach,
I too wanted to hear what Obama had to say and how he said it, but I was up to my ears in grandchildren. I'll have to catch up. See you at the bar. Maybe you can fill me in. I'm buying by the way.
Dear drbj,
You put everything in a nutshell. Time will tell but we will be watching, making our voices heard. Now that's what I call a democracy. See you later at the bar. I believe a celebration is in order.
Dear suziecat,
Balance of power is what we need and common sense must prevail. Let's hope for the kind of "change" we have been asking for. See you at the bar.
WTG my dear POP, I was really looking forward to this awesome hub, keep hubbing my dear Pop and never stop, we need you to keep reminding everyone that we are standing on our America the land of the free, and God Bless America...
Dear Darlene,
I hope this is the beginning of the kind of change the American people really want. Ultimately, we need Obama out of the White House to really change things in the best in the best interests of our nation.
The first step has been rendered. The American people have spoken loud and clear. Sure, a few of the former bozos (like Reid) are still in their jobs. But they won't have near the power they did. Their ability to outmanueauver the consensus of the American people is no more. The sad part is I'm not so sure Obama has it in him to get as close to the center as he needs to in order to get any real work done. And because he seems to take so many things personally, I think he might work against the Congress simply because they are the republicans and they were victorious. He'll just put his nose a little higher into the air, and spit back in the face of the American people as he has done since the day he stepped into the White House.
The reality is, IMO, that the real path toward progress comes post-Obama.
I feel and smell hope today breakfastpop. There is now more balance and let us hope good decisions will be made. I'll see you at the bar and hopefully more of us will be smiling.
Good morning Springboard,
I feel the same way. After all Obama has the veto and many things can "change" for us through regulation which does not require a vote. I hope that this new chance we have will at least slow the direction we were headed in. It's 2012 that will clear the air!
Good morning Minnetonka Twin,
We have a chance now to repeal or defund healthcare and start fresh. We must extend the tax cuts for all and we must bury once and for all l talk of cap and trade. The list goes on and on and all of this won't be easy. Obama has the veto and the power of introducing regulations which are laws that don't require the involvement of Congress. In any case, it is still a welcome victory.
Change has started, lets see what ya'll do with the opportunity. I'm glad to see a shift for balance and really hope the republicans play it right. The dems can get nasty but you already knew that!
Good morning jeremy,
The good news is that the people are energized and paying attention. We will be watching.
Let's hope our President really got the message...and he works with the Republican party, Clinton did, and we made him look good! But after all is said and done...I'm looking forward to 2012, and a New President in the White House!
Obama can join Jimmy Carter...building Houses for Humanity...then we can all respect him.
Good afternoon b.Malin,
It is exceedingly heard to picture Obama moving towards the center but hey, I'll give him the chance. In the end, we need a new President who represents this nation and it's people. See you at the bar. I'm buying.
Astute commentary. You are exactly right. Given what I saw of Obama's press conference yesterday, I'd have to say the president just doesn't get it. He is too much of an ideologue & remaking America in his socialist ideal is his agenda,
I like the idea of stopping voter fraud before it happens. Following the old maxim 'an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure', I'd expect the cost of a fraud-preventive system would be less cost to the taxpayer than investigating fraud, and far less expensive to the taxpayer than allowing our system to be run by those who can only reach office through fraud.
Dear Ken,
He'll never "get it" but he may make certain concessions to give the appearance of compromise. I expect he will push through the rest of his agenda in other ways that circumvent the Congress and the American people. See you t the bar. I'm buying.
Dear FitnessJim,
You are absolutely correct. We are not a third world country. This is the United States of America and our election process should be of the highest caliber. Come to the "virtual" bar tonight and we'll talk about easy ways to prevent fraud. I'm buying.
I became a citizen (and consequently got the right to vote) in 2007. I voted three times since (and each time I voted the only right way that a person who escaped from socialist country can vote). I have a strong accent, you don't have to be a genius to understand that I am an immigrant. Not even once I was asked for a proof of my citizenship.... I just came, registered and voted... hm... All three times nobody asked for my passport, my driving license was enough... But it is so easy to fraud with this kind of ID.
P.S. I had my American Passport with me all three times, just in case, but I didn't volunteer to show it, though I was expecting to be asked for it.
Good morning, ReuVera,
Our system is so flawed that it is unbelievable. In my district you can vote without any ID. Just say your name, sign and your in! We had better make this right before 2012.
POP, exactly. :)
Yes, Pop, in my district you also just have to say your name, but when I registered the first time, my driving license was enough. Hmmmm....
Dear Springboard,
See you in a couple of weeks....
Dear ReuVera,
I never had to show my license. It's ridiculous.
Yes, I agree! Especially it is just unbelievable in cases like mine (remember, my accent?). So, no one really cares.
Good morning ReuVera,
Let's hope we can get them to care before 2012. See you in a couple of weeks.
breakfast pop seem like I am always a day late and a dollar short. i wanted to let the comments settle down. (JK) I did make it on time to voting Fantastic hub. I thought of you after the elections. You have stood for us in America and I am so grateful. You are a gem and precious. God has touched hearts and opened eyes through you. May the Lord shine his favor on you breakfast. You are so right and we the people are thrilled at the stand most took. I do not think America will ever give up their freedom, not without a fight. Keep praying everyone.
I love you sending HUGS galore. Keep shinng your light my friend.
I'm catching up, hoping you're having a marvelous time. And what has anyone learned from the election? As I hear it, the Republicans have it wrong, too. Right now they're busy trying to marginalize the Tea Party. Which means the Constitution. They don't want things to change in Washington, either, not after they've worked so long for the power and money.
Let's hope the Republicans have the backbone to do what they were put into office to do. Compromise? BULL! NEVER did we hear that word from President Obama or any Democrat as they rammed that healthcare debacle down our collective throats. Closed door sessions, bribes - it was disgusting. You are absolutely right - it's time for President Obama to compromise. But I'm not holding my breath - that I'll tell ya! Great work as always Pop!
Dear skye2day,
Your support and incredibly beautiful words lift me up. I thank you.
Dear sheila,
I have a lot of catching up to do, but my superficial take on things is that the "message" of this election has been lost.
Dear cjv,
I don't see the signs of compromise coming from the Dems. These fools put Pelosi back in the driver's seat. I am astounded.
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nicomp Level 6 Commenter 18 months ago
Constitutionally, each state has the right to configure their own elections.