Those of you who know me likely know that I am a self-avowed political junkie. While I have long resisted the temptation to run for office myself, I during every election select a candidate or two to work for, donate whatever computer resources and time I have available and put in some serious effort to get him or her elected. I'm not sure why I'm this way; but I suspect it's largely because I grew up in a household with a father who was like me – sleepless on election night(s) watching returns trickle in and glued to the TV during political party conventions.
By now I'm sure you've said what many have long known – this guy's a real nut! But for me, I don't know whether it's in the genes, the bones or just stuck back in the back corner of a brain that's short circuited in its political core.
Well – Super Tuesday is over! Thank goodness! It happened that Super Tuesday coincided with another important day – FAT TUESDAY – the day when Christians and heathens alike gorge themselves on pancakes and all things they should not eat supposedly before the beginning of Lent. I heard absolutely no mention of Fat Tuesday yesterday – in fact, I heard very little about Mardi Gras. It took back seat to the election.
What did I think about yesterday? I thought it was GREAT! Having what was essentially a national referendum / primary is a great idea. Why not make it a true one next time and have all 50 primaries on the same day?
What did I think of the results? My guy is ahead so it's goodness from my perspective. I'm not sure about what's going to happen in the opposition party; but they can fight it out amongst themselves. One thing is for sure, this election cycle will not be dull; it's going to be hard fought and interesting till the end.
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