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The Campaign
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“That’s an interesting position, given the fact the current administration lied to the American people in order to spend half a trillion of our tax dollars on an illegal war,” Bette said.
“The evidence at the time indicated that war was really our only option to keep America safe from terrorists,” he replied.
“Don’t insult my intelligence by pandering to base fears,” Bette interrupted, shaking her head. “Americans are in more danger now than they’ve ever been because of the foreign policy of the present government.”
He decided to try another tack.
“Our commitment to deregulation will allow the free market to expand economic opportunities and ultimately allow for all Americans to lives more prosperous lives,” he suggested. “At present, businesses are shackled with the rules and requirements of misguided politicians.”
“Deregulation has resulted in the present mortgage crisis,” Bette stated flatly. “It’s been because of a lack of rules and regulations that the investment banks collapsed under the weight of defaulted loans.”
A bead of sweat appeared on his brow. Late September in California – hot to begin with, but his approach was being challenged at every turn.
“It’s a Republican policy to minimize government interference in the lives of its citizens,” he stated. ‘Who could disagree with that,’ he thought to himself.
“Except when it comes to things such as…gay marriage, for example,” Bette said sarcastically.
He didn’t catch the sarcasm. Nor did he notice Tina pulling into the driveway behind Bette’s car.
“Exactly!” he replied. “We want to ensure the security of our young people. Granting such rights will only undermine the moral fabric of our society.”
“So you’re essentially a hypocrite,” Bette stated factually. “You only want to minimize government interference when it suits you, but lord your power over minority groups when their actions run counter to your personal opinion?”
Tina walked up the stairs, being lead by Angelica.
He glanced over as they made their way to the top of the stairs.
“Hi Mom,” Angelica greeted Bette as she reached for the door handle. “Mommy said we could go for a swim.”
“Sounds good sweetie,” Bette replied, smiling as she stood to greet Tina.
“Hey,” Tina said, kissing Bette briefly in greeting. She turned to face the visitor. “We haven’t met.”
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Did I just get tricked into reading a PSA? LOL! No matter, it was a good read. This Scott dude must be living in the less-gay part of WeHo or something. :P
Good story and good shout out to those that don’t vote. I was raised that “if ya don’t vote ya can’t bitch” and lord knows I have a few things to say. Thank you, Md
We need to be very afraid if McPalin is elected. Obama’Biden in ’08.
JKS, well spoken. I too am Canadian and it never hurts to remind everyone that the only way in our society for us to be heard as individuals is to vote. Nicely written!
Thanks for the great story…
wow that was great, i really enjoyed it!!
AMEN!!!! APPLAUSE APPLAUSE JK!!!!!!!
Well written, intelligent and timely. Enjoyed it as always.
Bette and Tina forever, in every season, up to and including election season! Thanks for making them topical!
i have voted in every election since i was 18… and all of my children vote… we live in New York… but if we lived in Cal… you can bet we would be voting NO… i like this story,… then again i like every thing you write… PPS
That was great!
Hahaha!!!: “I’m sure that was entertaining for you,” Tina said. Beautifully and intelligently written, swimmer. Of late, and despite my abhorrence to anything political, I too have obsessively been following the federal election in the States. If only you weren’t Canadian, my friend, I’d write you in on the ballot…”Swim for President!” :)
Excellent as always…couldn’t agree more with your author notes if I tried. VERY well put! Thanks for the story and echoing what so many feel as well!
Very nice, swimmie. I’ll be thinking of you for the Canadian elections. For the US ones…CA voters…vote down prop 8. For all US voters — if you don’t think your vote counts, think about the US Supreme Court. They can mess up your life for a long, long time. 9 reasons right there to vote Obama/Biden.
Hey JKS, Powerful stuff. Loved how Bette provided a sound and logical argument at every turn. Now is a time to stand up for what you believe in. Volunteering is a great way to make a difference. Communication is a great way of showing people the choices that can be made and effect they might have on others. So many have lost their lives defending this right. It is our duty to vote. Thank you so much for showing that every political view has two sides. Loved it. Your Loyal Fan.
Right on sister… I am Canadian too… so I am with you about the California bill…Knowledge is power… Make sure you know your rights and make them known out loud…
Thanks for the wakeup call. Sometimes we get frustrated and think our one vote will not change anything so a little reminder is good from time to time.
i learned a lot from this little chapter and if i was allowed to vote, i would be doing it…alas, i have 4 more years before i can…i agree with Bette on everything
this was great. since i live in the state of utah, where the mormon church is headquartered. i was a mormon for 49 of my 52 yrs, so i have a ‘special’ place in my heart for the institution that is so discrimanatory. an fyi swimmie. the church has asked its members, especially in CA, to use their (members) ‘resourses’, meaning time and money, to ban gay marriage. so as you can imagine its a big to do here. being that ive been on both sides, its very disconcerting to know that i worshipped with a church that now thinks im sick. even tho for 49 yrs i did what it asked. oh i dont know, stuff like getting married in the temple, having 4 children, sending a son on a mission. now theres something wrong with me. it makes me very frustrated and sad. but i loved your story. write when you can. thx
I’m reading this in 2016, and sad to say, not much has changed, except maybe the GOP is even worse…
Perhaps it’s time to update this story to reflect the state of our democracy now? I’m sure Bette Porter would have a field day with the current administration in light of the recent NEA cuts.