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The thread discusses the election of Arnold Schwarzenegger as governor of California, focusing on participants' reactions, opinions on his qualifications, and broader implications for American politics. The conversation includes personal anecdotes, political critiques, and reflections on celebrity involvement in governance.
Participants generally express disagreement regarding Schwarzenegger's qualifications and the implications of his election. Multiple competing views remain about the role of celebrity in politics and the effectiveness of the political system.
Participants reference various assumptions about political behavior, voter psychology, and the impact of celebrity culture on governance without resolving these complexities.
Originally posted by Zantra
was there ever any doubt? Personally, I'd have preferred the stripper
Originally posted by Zantra
was there ever any doubt?
Speaks well of the alternative, huh?Originally posted by RageSk8
I voted no on the recallHow can someone who sexually harassed women for over 30 years, who has no political experience, who wouldn't even debate without getting the questions in advance, win a ****ing election? Oh, that's right, Republicans.
Or when they have someone promoting a book complaining about celebrities speaking out on politics, and then endorse an actor for public office. Or when they say that a former NATO commander is less qualified for public office than the guy who made Commando.Originally posted by Beren
I love the people who yell at actors in political positions, especially when they're the same people who voted for Reagan.
Speaks well of the alternative, huh?
Follow the money?Originally posted by Jonathan
I agree, I think McClintock should have won. The reason he didn't is that people don't want to vote for candidates they think will lose, but that's the irony, most people liked him better, and if they had just voted for him they would have gotten what they wanted. I don't know how people can be so stupid, our political system is so simple.