The John McCain I Used To Know and Like

Up until about a year ago, John McCain was a man that I liked and would have gladly accepted as President. At one point, I even said that I would vote for him some day if he were to run for office. But McCain has morphed into someone that I neither like nor respect since he received the nomination for the Republican party.

I caught a glimpse of the old John McCain on SNL last night, and it was really good to see him.

This Just Makes Me Laugh...

Attention, All Electioneers: You're Not the Boss of Me!

I always dread navigating the flocks of electioneers who rush me as I'm approaching the voting place. Previously, I've always politely smiled and accepted the flyers and cards being shoved into my hand and then thrown them away after I got inside.

As I pulled into a parking space today, I saw the lot of them sitting around in their chairs, talking amongst themselves. I exited my car, and they all poked their heads up like lions who have spotted an antelope. I felt myself becoming increasingly irritated as I saw them moving towards me in a big clump; this time, I smiled and said "Thank you, everyone, but I'm already decided...your cards and flyers won't change a thing", and I placed my hands behind my back. I think I offended them, which truly was not my intention...I just wanted them to understand that their stacks of propaganda will have no bearing on my vote--I'm not so easily swayed.

As they walked away from me, they still shouted out their candidates' names and urged me to vote for them. Ah, well. At least I didn't have to find a trash can once I got inside.

Does anyone else feel irritated by the electioneers, or am I just a brat who doesn't like being told what to do?