Posted on 01/19/2009 7:12:19 AM PST by EternalVigilance
We can be certain that some very nasty people will seize positions of leadership. They always do in times of political, social, and economic unrest. Such people are drawn to power like a magnet, and times of unrest give them golden opportunities.
"What's to prevent that?"
Nothing.
"What's the guarantee that they will be held accountable?"
None. Especially if a mendacious "newsmedia", serving as a political propaganda machine, provides cover for ambitious tyrants and the public tolerates corruption, dishonesty, and criminal activities in elected leaders, as has occurred in the U.S.A. in recent years.
Let's hope for the emergence of a Harry Truman, Ronald Reagan, George Washington, or Cincinnatus.
"So, no, I don't think I'll be praying for that."
Neither will I. If Obama is a benevolent genius, he will abandon any such vision. In fact, he will abandon everything he has stood for in the past.
And as Michelle gets used to her new digs in the White House, she’s going to see herself more and more as Jacki-O, and she’s not likely to want to kill the goose that’s laying all those delightful golden eggs.
Well, the MSM seems to generally agree that having a "D" after a representative's name is guarantee enough. *sigh*
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