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In reply to the discussion: Is it just me, or do many of the objections to the Obama Administration [View all]MineralMan
(146,400 posts)anyone who is in power. I understand that, and share it, to a certain extent. However, constant negativity has a negative effect on society. A constant pessimistic attitude really works to prevent good things from happening to some degree. If it discourages people from taking part in the process of government and elections, then that negative effect really can prevent good government.
It's frustrating to me. I'm no Pollyanna, at all. But, I try to maintain hope that good will prevail in the long run. If I couldn't do that, I would be very unhappy. So, I look at my next opportunity to actually change something, and work toward that goal. Right now, that's 2014, and the wheels are already in motion for that election.
I cannot simply complain and not act. So, I act by trying to change the makeup of national and state legislatures. I can do something about that, and I always will work toward that goal. The next chance is 2014 for most of us. I'm excited by the possibiliities.