If Obama gets elected, the Bush Dynasty continues.

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The discussion revolves around the political implications of potential presidential elections, specifically focusing on the Bush and Clinton families' influence in American politics. Participants explore the idea of dynastic politics and its impact on the electoral landscape.

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  • One participant shares a link discussing the familial connections of political figures, suggesting a technical perspective on political lineage.
  • Another participant humorously claims that Bush is related to Dracula, indicating a playful tone in discussing political dynasties.
  • A participant notes that if Clinton is elected, it would signify a long period dominated by the same two families in the presidency.
  • There is a suggestion that this situation could be likened to a "dual monarchy," reflecting a critical view of the political system.

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Participants express differing views on the implications of dynastic politics, with some making light of the situation while others critique it. No consensus is reached regarding the seriousness or consequences of this political trend.

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The discussion does not delve into specific policies or the qualifications of the candidates, focusing instead on the concept of political families and their historical presence in the White House.

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Technically, anyway. Get a load of this:

http://www.suntimes.com/news/politics/obama/familytree/545460,BSX-News-wotreea09.article
 
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That's okay, Bush is related to Dracula [the real one].
 
Hey, if Clinton gets elected, it'll have be over a quarter century of the same two families in the White House.
 
That's what we need. A dual monarchy.
 

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