Last week I watched portions of the Democratic National Convention, and was not particularly overwhelmed by Kerry's speech. However, I did appreciate Barak Obama's speech. I suppose it is appropriate to reflect back on the debacle that was the electoral process of 2000. Many people felt betrayed by our gov't. How important is your vote ?
I watched Fahrenheit 9/11, by Michael Moore. If you're not familiar w/Moorer, he also directed a few other notable documentaries(ie. Roger & Me and Bowling for Columbine).
Regardless of your political affiliation, the film sheds light on many curious occurences that took place immediately after 9/11.
I will probably 'google' to check some of the references Moore named in the film. The film is worthy of trip to the theatre. For those that are interested, Moore has 'requested' that the film be dispersed via the internet. It is readily available, simply 'google' for the torrent.
Update: Get the facts to back-up the references mentioned in the F 9/11 film. Ann -Thx for the tip.
I too liked the 9/11 Fahrenheit movie. However, I enjoyed watching the Democratic National Convention. I thought there were several great speeches: Barak Obama, John Kerry's and Al Gore's was rather good as well.
Michael Morre has a Web site that explains all references. He hired researchers to confirm and clarify all references. Dealing with the Republicans, Moore wanted to be sure that they could find no errors to use against him! Anne
Kim: I have to admit, I don't have much faith in our political process. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if Bush were re-elected. Be assured, that if he is re-elected, it would not be any fault of mine ;)
That aside, F 9/11 certainly captured our political process in its finest hour.
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Thx for the tip, I found the 'facts' that you discussed. I'll post them later today.
I agree whole-heartedly with Kim's comments. In fact if Bush gets back into office, it wouldn't be due to our voting process. He did it once, he can do it again.
I thoroughly enjoyed F 9/11. It confirmed many people's suspicions. I would advise everyone to own it and Bowling for Columbine.
The DNC was a total joke in my opinion. John Kerry basically stated that he will continue the war. Al Sharpton speech was less than enlightening, especially with his references to the Democratic Party being a friend to Black folks. Barack Obama is selling this American melting pot dream. It was a generic scripted speech and event that I feel ignored Black issues. American issues and Black issues are not one of the same in my opinion.
Haven't seen the film. It should have been titled Farrakhan 9-11. Min. Farrakhan brought this to light many times especially in his paper The Final Call. I really have no interest in viewing the film.
DJP: I agree that the politics of the US affect black folks differently. As the black community has needs that are unlike that of the majority. Additionally, I believe it is dangerous to 'blindly' place your trust in one political party. Especially, considering how little resistence the D-crats put up in the face of a false Presidential election and failed electoral process.