Is partisan politics getting worse over the last few administrations? Seems as though nothing is getting done.
594684
Yes it is.  That is why we need viable third parties, to suck the air out of those windbags in politics.  The game of one-upmanship has taken the place of doing what's best for the people of this country.
218663
Nobody currently in Washington. There are people "on both sides of the aisle" who would agree with you on some of these issues, but not all. Think 3rd party. Try my link...
860679
I really think we will see a virtual stalemate for the next 2 years and I do not believe it will be because of the Republicans. Many of the Democrat leadership are beholding to the far left, but many of the newly elected Democrats are much more moderate. Personally I think what you will see is a lot of Democrat infighting, especially if the remaining Republicans stand up for traditional conservative principles. The one area where I am very worried is on the illegal immigration front. I think there is a definite chance that they will try to pass the Kennedy/McCain immigration bill from the Senate. The stumbling block before was the House, but that block has been removed and if it makes it to the President' desk he will sign it because it is exactly what he has wanted all along.
564293
it says that our current government is doing a bad job governing the country as a whole. It's just that simple believe it or not. \n\nSometimes it gets so bad that partisanship doesn't even matter anymore and voters from other parties will vote for candidates other than their own.
729436
Seems that what's going on in Yahoo Answers is not much different from what's going on out in the "real world" of politics these days, especially with Election day looming.  I am tired of seeing the candidates rip each other apart on tv commercials, already.  But here on-line....sometimes it's just a dandy place to practice the fine art of sarcasm and shake off the stress of the day.
394536
I am with you girl, education is the key! It's all really obvious where the Bush administration has gone within the last 6 years. America will regain its self soon with the change of Congress. I am hoping for the start of quite a few investigations to move forward, with a new Congress.
776293
It the constant gridlock in Washington thats so maddening.  All the politicians want is to stay in office.  The Democrats fight hard to prevent the Republicans from accomplishing anything just as the Republicans fight hard to prevent the Democrats from accomplishing anything, the result:  GRIDLOCK.  Nothing is done for the country at all.
71937
Well, first of all don't expect honor or respect out of the past administrations that you have seen. Regardless of party affiliation, there has been covert projects going that lead me to believe that there is no direction for this country, we change every day. We can change the direction right now, all we have to do is use our minds instead of being told what to think. When is the last time that you took every 30 second blip on the news and tried to investigate all sides to every story. May be surprised on what you find out sometimes, believe in yourself, think for yourself. Live free always!
365877
I am chilled, thanks.\n\nI for one realize that the Bush administration are using this as a distraction from the real issues that should be in the public focus. Because we have mid-terms coming up in November, the Republicans need two or three bulls*** platforms with which to enrage their 'base'.\n\nI'm glad to say that so far it doesn't seem to be working. This issue was supposed to start a national debate that would last until the elections. Now that we're almost into May it seems to have been largely forgotten.
876694
Are they already in charge?  It certainly seems so with the news.  \n\nI haven't noticed much of a change, other than Rangel freaking out the youth with his draft talk, used to undermine support for the war.\n\nIs this the politicking we can expect for 2 years?  Yes.
390961
Obviously it is declining. George Bush has the lowest poll ratings since Nixon. Largest Deficits in history, No child left behind is a failed policy, Medicare is a disaster; Scandals involving his and Cheney's chief's of staff, Illegal wire taps, outing spies, cover-ups about war in Iraq; Gas prices $3.00 and predicted to get to $5.00 per gal.. I am a democrat, but do not involve myself in name-calling. FOX NEWS always puts there SPIN MACHINE into action, as to shed the best light on the issues, and blame Bill Clinton for many of GWB's problems. After 6 years of GWB's failing policies, too many mistakes have been made. The republicans are trying to get their mojo back, who knew they had it before? Bush is doing great for the late night comics, you can't make up this ridiculous stuff.
749326
I think even the Republicans are starting to see that.  Many won't admit it to a Liberal Democrat, but they see it.  Last nights election was a reflection of that.  Maybe some day the kool aid will run dry and all will see the light.
488256
I understand your theory but do not believe it to be true. Dirty politics's have been used by both party's for years, and it just depends on the delivery as to whether it is effective or not.
851714
both parties have moved in different directions. The extremists have taken over.\n\nSooner or later, a 3rd party may emerge for the middle.
976359
The only way for the country to go from where we are now is up.  The Republicans have proven that they are out of touch with the American public and can not effectively run the country.  So now maybe America will have a fighting chance to improve.
706025
I agree! It seems as though things in our government have gotten out of hand. I don't know if it would take a good president or the united states keeping our noses to ourselves. Its like we are trying to fix the world and we can't even fix ourselves. I'm glad that I'm not the only one who thinks our America is in need of dire help. Good job for speaking out.
870111
You are not In Charge of anything. You also apparently haven't been paying attention to the new party leadership. They made it very clear(last week), that there will be NO IMPEACHMENT.