Long Time, No See

Yes, it's been a while since I blogged here. To be honest, I've become a bit politically cynical lately. I've been so busy "being a journalist" in classes that I've distanced myself from politics. However, a few things have happened lately to start to bring me out of that attitude.

Don't Ask, Don't Tell repealed- most people don't realize that this policy was not made to keep gays out of the military. It is supposed to apply to all people. Neither straight nor gay soldiers are supposed to talk about their sex lives. However, as a passionate advocate for gay rights, I am thrilled that all people who want to serve their country now can do so. There is no greater honor than fighting for one's country, and now every American has the opportunity to do so.

9-11 First Reponders Bill- This is both an example of why I love and hate politics. In Washington, people can't just vote on something on its own merits. Everything has to be bundled with other things so people have to vote for stuff they don't like in order to pass stuff they do like. Originally, the 9-11 responders bill was bundled in a larger defense bill which failed. However, it was later voted on on its own, and passed. It seems to be that a lot mroe would get done if things were voted on individually instead of in a lump. However, I am glad this bill passed. Those who responded on 9-11 are nothing short of heroes, and should have all medical ailemnts they got from responding taken care of.

The 112th Congress begins with the reading of the Constitution- how cool is this? The House of Representatives today read the entire Constitution of the United States, from start to finish, to start the new legislative session. Unfortunately, very few representatives were in the house chaimber for the reading. It only took a little over an hour people! And you couldn't sit through that? I know it's hard, actually having to listen to the rules of your job, but I have to do it, why shouldn't they? I applaud the house leadership for taking the step, though.

My application to Mercury Radio Arts- Yes, yesterday I sent my cover letter and resume to Mercury Radio Arts- Glenn Beck's company. It would be way more fun than spending the next three years in law school :)