"TRICK OR TREAT! GIMME SOME CANDY!"
Posted on 11/03/2013 5:55:53 PM PST by garjog
President Obama’s Halloween Message
White House, October 31, 2013
Good morning.
From my family to yours on this festive fall holiday let me wish all Americans a happy Halloween. While my girls are getting older and we may not be going door to door, it is good for all of us to pause and celebrate the American tradition of giving and receiving.
Nearly 500 years ago, the people of Scotland set aside this evening as All-Hallows-Even, that is, the night before All Hallows Day. Since then, the ancestors of Americans have looked for inspiration in the giving and receiving of treats on this night.
Americans have long enjoyed dressing up in festive costumes at parties or to usher children from door to door to “trick or treat”. Nothing could better fulfill the American dream!
Honoring this beloved tradition reminds us that our courage to spread wealth raises the prospects of families who are struggling.
The simple message shines like a beacon in a dark October night: to each according to his or her need -- from each who have more than enough.
That is why Americans who have done well, myself included, should be able to chip in a little bit so that those with empty bags might be satisfied.
While only a few American’s are active in a coven, or choose to take part in Wiccan midnight rituals, we can all join in sympathy with the values of receiving as much free treats possible in the generous spirit of Halloween!
It’s going to take bold action to ensure that every American gets good, comprehensive health care and a descent job.
That’s why I’m committed to transform America into a place where more of us enjoy the wealth and free services that has for too long been horded by the top one percent.
In 2010 I announced my National Health Care and Economic Recovery Plan that will provide low or no cost care to everyone who asks while at the same time reducing the deficit and costs over all!
Now we see that it is working. Americans across the nation are shopping at the exchanges for lower premiums and better policies!
We are fulfilling the promise to reduce the average policy by $2,400. And for those who are happy with their current plan, you have nothing to fear. If you like your plan, you can keep your plan. Period.
Just as expected, our economic recover kick-start is creating or saving 7.5 million new jobs, reducing the sea level and carbon emissions while making the investments we need to fuel long-term economic growth, stability and a greener planet.
But this Halloween, we are reminded that the renewal of our economy won’t come from policies and plans alone - it will take dogged dedication to the cause of re-distribution backed by the strength of the American people.
Like returning home from a costume party, it will mean taking off the masks that have hidden our true potential.
It is a testament to our national character that so many Americans this Halloween are giving away treats to any child who asks. None will be left empty bagged.
It is this spirit that binds us together as one American family - the belief that we rise and fall as one people; that we want that American Dream not just for ourselves, but for each and everyone of us -- no matter of skills, intelligence or lack of initiative.
That is the All Hollows Even spirit we must summon as we make a new beginning for our nation. Times are tough. There are difficult months ahead. But if we stand together we can transform our nation into a place we can all be proud of.
So this evening - with one heart, the American people can give thanks to God, — or what ever male or female deity or higher power you may worship — that a new and brighter day is yet to come. We will not be held back by the forces of darkness and despair that got us into this mess to begin with.
Thank you and may God Bless America!
“If at the unmasking ceremony, the only thing that comes off is one mask and then everyone screaming and jumping out the windows, then you are at Hillary’s party. Stay thirsty my friends.”
Satire?
"TRICK OR TREAT! GIMME SOME CANDY!"
One part’s right-he’ll be going from door to door........
He forgot to add:
"For my treat, you can give me your money for insurance premiums for healthcare that will not kick in until you exceed the outrageous deductible."
And:
For your treat, turn around, drop trou, and bend over - I'll drive. By the way, you also have to pay for the Vaseline ..."
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