BernieHund: The Political Watchdog

The Republicans met in Florida tonight for what could best be described as a slow waltz through the issues, occasionally changing partners and then gliding into a minuet.  All that was missing was the 1760’s attire.  At the end of the debate, which was really more a question and answer session, I’m sure the candidates kissed cheeks and exited to begin firing the cannons.

For what it’s worth Marie Antoinette would have summed up the substance by saying, “Let them eat cake.”

Economic policy seemed to be based on tax breaks for corporations.  Energy policy included nuclear power.  Global warming is a semi-topical subject, most of the candidates still not willing to totally commit to it.  For Floridians, the topic of catastrophic insurance for property was a concern and everyone was willing to concede that it was needed, although there were differing opinions on how it should be achieved.

And, for those who are interested, we are looking at the long haul in Iraq if Bush is replaced by another Republican. 

Noticeably absent from the discussion was health care and homelessness.  As Marie Antoinette would say…. well, we know.

All in all, it was a snore fest.