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I have read alot of negative things about NAFTA. But just read Bush supports NAFTA.

"And, you go down to that border today, it is prosperous on both sides of the river, to the credit of those who proposed NAFTA and to the credit of those who got NAFTA through the Congress."  President Bush--  Full story here

http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/World/2008/02/28/488252
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He states it would be bad for our economy to pull out of NAFTA and the dems who started it want it gone- so what is the truth?

Any opinions?

 

This will be short and I may be naive but here goes.

It seems to be a trend that people will elect Republicans for a few terms then elect Demacrats for a few terms (mostly to right what the other party has done). They blame eachother for everything bad and fight for the credit of what went right. 

Also, it seems a politician has to be all right or all left. They can't just say ok I believe this way plain and simple even if it doesnt follow their party line. If they do they are crucified and not a true democrat or republican and a trader to their party. Look at whats happened to John McCain. He's not conservative enough sreams the likes of Rush. Oddly enough he is the Republican Party nominee.

To me it seems logical to come together, quit bickering, give a lil, and take a lil. I don't mean create a third party but just for a minute for the best intersts of our nation, GET OVER OURSELVES and act like adults.

There are heroes among us, some go unnoticed, and some receive the recognition they deserve for putting their lives on the line to protect our lives and freedom.  As America citizens we have the constitutional right to voice opinions, positive or negative. The "War Against Terrorism" has sparked many diverse opinions. However, no matter the opinion, loved ones have been lost and continue to die for the freedoms Americans put to use everyday.  Regardless of the controversry surroundind the war, those who are serving in the military deserve the respect of the American people - those who can speak without fear of persecution as they please. Putting a face with the mission sheds some realistic light on the people that sacrifice their lives and leave families behind everyday. ( My brother for me almost everyone sees a face)The U.S. occupied Iraq in an attempt to establish a new governmental regime. However, the coalition was unsuccessful at restoring order to the entire country, leading to a rough warfare with the Iraqi attacks and civil warfare between Sunni and Shia Iraqis. The causes and consequences of the war remain controversial. The morale of soldiers overseas and in the states is constantly wavering. The dedication and heart that is shown through the brave men and women should be acknowledged and appreciated. Americans should show their local troops how much they are appreciated even if it's just a pat on the back

All the hate, mud slinging, and sheer idiocy needs to stop! I am surprised there hasn't been more of an outcry by the public for the media to act in a more professional manner, stop worrying about ratings! 

Things have gonr from reasonable in the campaigns to utterly pathetic, in less than two weeks time is appalling to me!
With conditions in this country as they are, this election is very important....What lies ahead will affect all of us.

Not too long ago, I was close to a decision as to a candidate. Then Boom....out of no where....One now appears to be in need of hormonal treatment and is making no sense at all in any regard. Another is off traveling instead of staying put to talk to people, learn the countries economics, and worse yet demonstrates several times is unaware of the who's, what's and where's in Iraq. And the other is slammed with what I consider to be nothing less than a total character assault, and isn't given an opportunity to speak to issues as every tiny onslaught has to be addressed.

In and amongst all of this, each State is attempting to deal with the problems affecting their citizens, which also needs the peoples attention. Not to mention that all the candidates do have jobs in the Senate that need attending to as well.

The country is dealing with major problems, we know that, so we need to be coming together as a whole country, instead of what appears to be now a complete tearing apart. We can have our differences, but at the end of the day, we all pretty much want the same. For the country to prosper, succeed, and become whole again, amongst other things. That is what I would like my children and grandchildren to be able to look forward to at any rate.
None of the candidates have the ability to address issues, if every time one makes the attempt, they are having to play dodge ball.
I find it insulting to the people of this country, that the media is aiding and abetting the feeding of hidden fears, dislikes, and confusion that does indeed exist in this country, but the people for the most part were able to think on their own as of a couple of weeks ago. Now it's like there's a mass brainwashing going on breeding a form of ill informed chaos.
How is anyone, candidates or citizens, suppose to focus on the true issues that matter, in and amongst all that.....

It would be very refreshing if everyone could just "get over it" not allow the media to dictate our thoughts, or rush us into judgments, and allow the candidates to get back on focus, so that we as a country can join the process and get back on focus as well, not allowing ourselves or the candidates running to be drawn down into the muck....I do believe we are better than that!
A tall order perhaps, I've not seen anything quite like this before during a campaign process. It truly saddens me....