Balance of Power in Washington

Many conservatives are working indefatigably to ensure that Republicans regain control of Congress in the upcoming Midterm Elections. While that is a good thing from a party standpoint, it may not be the best thing for our country. In my humble opinion, no party should control all branches of government.


The framers of the United States were insistent that while each branch of government – The Executive, Legislature and Judiciary – is powerful in its own rights, none should be allowed to operate without checks and balances. Today we have the best form of government because each branch is able to slow the “power march” of the other. However, the balance of power works best when one party does not control every aspect of government.


One thing is clear about our politicians in Washington is that each side is bent on promoting and to some extent “legalizing” its ideas for what America should be, whether those ideas be good or not. Politicians refuse to work together to produce “engines” that both sides will agree work best for this country. Instead we have politicians constantly bickering across the aisle and behaving like spoiled children when their ideas are ignored.


Let us be honest. Prior to 2006 when the Republicans controlled Congress and George W. Bush was President, how much good came out of Congress? Yes, admittedly, some good was accomplished. Yet, we watched exhaustingly as lawmakers constantly fussed, blocked bills, and did everything possible to prevent the other side from eking out a “win”. Whenever there was a “win”, it generally came about on a party-line vote.


Jump ahead to 2009 and 2010. What do you see? The Democrats control the federal government and the same things are happening: fussing, accusations, blocking and party-line “wins”. Not much good for America!


Yes, I am conservative and I want our country to reclaim and retain its conservative roots. However, I also want to see Republicans and Democrats working together for the good of America. That will only happen when government is shared among the political parties and the balance of power is intact. When both parties share power, they are forced to put America first and themselves second.


Desired 2010 Election Results:

Republicans 1;

Democrats 1; and,

Americans – Winners!!!


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