Political Beliefs and the Process Research Proposal

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My parents are Republicans, so I did not gain many political beliefs from them! My friends and significant other are a mix of parties. I have a lot of Republican friends, but I do have some Democratic friends, too. I think that I have looked at both parties, and I just felt more comfortable with the Democratic Party and its platforms, especially on women's rights, healthcare, and climate change. The Party Web site says, "That commitment is reflected in an agenda that emphasizes the strong economic growth, affordable health care for all Americans, retirement security, open, honest and accountable government, and securing our nation while protecting our civil rights and liberties" (Editors). I agree with that, and it pretty much states my beliefs. I could not align with the Republicans, because I do not agree with the war in Iraq, I support gun control, and I do not like their stand on women's rights. I also feel that the Republicans are not supporting our new president, and I believe that change will be hindered as a result, so I believe my political beliefs have intensified during this campaign and election, and they have become stronger as Republicans like Rush Limbaugh call for President Obama to "fail."

Perhaps work experience has helped influence me too. I have worked for people who were very strong Democrats, and I think that I admired them, and so, I looked at the party a little differently. I also really have not liked some of the past Republican presidents, like George W. Bush. I believe many of his policies and procedures were anti-productive and abused Americans' civil liberties, and I believe he gave us a very poor reputation overseas because of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and I just disagreed with him far too much to consider the Republican Party or its values.

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I think it is extremely important for individuals to form their own opinions on political issues, and to understand those issues when they make up their minds. It seems unfathomable to me that people still believe global warming is a myth and that it is not human caused, I cannot understand how "educated" people can come to this conclusion if they study the facts. I think that many people make up their minds simply from the media, rather than looked closely at the issues, and I think that is one reason the country is so divided on issues. The media does not always present a balanced view of the issues, and people do not take the time to find out the truth.

In conclusion, everyone's political beliefs are different, and that is as it should be. I think that it is truly time for change in Washington, and I am tired of the "business as usual" routine of the divided parties and all the nastiness that goes around. I would like to see Congress start trying to really solve issues, instead of arguing, and I would like to see the parties try to get along, rather than always pointing fingers at one another. That would be true change......

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