Character and the President ~ How are they related?
Current mood: determined
Category: News and Politics
First the definition of character that I am meaning in this blog:
Distinctive qualities: the set of qualities that make somebody or something distinctive, especially somebody's qualities of mind and feeling.
As I live in this nation and watch this latest election, it is becoming apparent that character is lacking.
You may ask why do I think character is important, why should character count? Right now, in this day and age with the people currently in high places, it does not seem to matter at all.
It seems that character is being bred out of the general pubic a little bit at a time. We are a nation that is getting spoiled and use to getting our way in all situations. We blame everything on everyone else. People do not take responsibility for their own actions. Our society is teaching our children to take the easy way out, only do what you have to do to pass or get by. We are teaching our children that character does not matter. If this is true, where is this nation headed? What could the future of this nation hold?
I have heard the argument that there is no connection between a person's personal life and their political potential. I disagree with this completely. In this time in history, we seem to be training more and more delinquents in our society, more and more people living off of the government. We can not allow this. We should be teaching morals and character, since they are two things that go together. A person can not have a strong moral compass without first having a strong, reliable character. Once a person has developed a stable character they also gain stable morals. Two things that can not be separated from one another in my opinion. Two things that is essential in this nation. Two things that are needed in our next President of the United States!
In a President, I feel that character should be everything! When in office the President has a lot of people to help him through, but no matter how many people he has by his side, they can not help him with the qualities of his character that will be called for. His character should have decency, be steadfast and he should be honest. He has to know what his ideas for our nation are, and with an open mind work through obstacles that will doubtlessly arise, but still be strong and courageous enough to stand up and remain firm on his ideas, not to bow down under pressure.
In politicians lately it seems that if Americans like what he says or does, then his character is not an issue. Political correctness and general popularity are replacing a person's character, honor, integrity, and duty. What they say is true for them today might not be true for them tomorrow.
If a candidate had true character, he should not have to stoop to the childish level of viciously attacking the other candidates that are in the same race to the Oval Office. What does that say about someone's character if they have to use such harsh words to tear someone else down? They might not see things the way you see them, nor have the same ideas for the future of the nation but they are still people and they are still citizens of the United States. We should never treat other people like that. If we do not like it when someone does it to us, we should never lower ourselves to that level to do it to someone else.
Character does not mean being the most brilliant political or military mind that is why you have advisors. Character does not mean you have to have a smart edged wit or the best sense of humor that is why you have script writers. Character is a function of the brain and heart.
Character is something that should come naturally and easily. It is not something that you can call upon to work for you when you need it. It is not something you can borrow; character is something a President must bring with them, something they must already possess. Character is the true factor that will guide them through the troubled waters of being President.
A person might have a great plan for the nation but they will not mean a thing if they do not have character. If a person does not possess character, how do you think they will be a great President?
I was told once that "anyone can be brave for five minutes, you do things that you could never see yourself capable of doing". I believe character is a lot like that as well. You can say one thing just to get elected and never truly be capable of doing it. But it takes greater courage and character to say one thing, mean it and then follow up by standing your ground and standing firm for what is right no matter what the opposition might be.
I believe I have great character. I am not saying that I am perfect or flawless, and I know I have made mistakes. I do not deny that, as a matter of fact I am extremely open about my mistakes. I might regret a few things here and there but I do not dwell on the past. I believe that they were lessons I needed, they have made me who I am today.
I always try to do my best. I try to do what is right, even when no one knows or cares. "Character is what a man is in the dark". I believe that everyone is important, every vote is important. I tend to treat everyone that I meet like a true friend and help them out however I can.
Character can not be measured by what a man has in his pocketbook. Character does come with a price. We should not elect a President based on what he spent on his campaign. They spend a lot of money that could be better used to help the homeless or some government programs. 30 Million dollars would greatly improve welfare, medical aid, or even social security. 30 million is what an average candidate spending campaigning for President. 30 Million! We should elect a President based on character and what price he has paid to stand by it.
I may be on this campaign trail with no money and a completely uphill battle but I WILL NOT QUIT! The government needs to change and I believe I can do it! This is America and I believe that dreams can come true here in America. The American dream is to become the best you can be. That you can be anything that you want to be.
I will do my best to leave this country in better shape financially and environmentally for you and your children and their children.
"Sow a thought, reap an action; sow an action, reap a habit; sow a habit, reap your character; sow your character, reap your destiny."
What Makes me Capable of Being President?
Current mood: adventurous
Category: News and Politics
I was asked the question the other day about what I have done that would show to the citizens of the United States that I am capable of running a country. They told me it is one thing to put together a family and keep it from falling apart, but something entirely different in running a nation.
The only constitutional requirements are that you are thirty-five, a U.S. born citizen, and that you have lived inside the nation for the last fourteen years. I meet those requirements, but there has to be something more, right?
How about the fact that I am in touch with what it is like to live near and below the poverty level, when not a single one of our presidents in history has taken office in need of the wages that the presidency offers.
The President does not run the nation. The President is in charge of telling the Senate and Congress ideas, and creating momentum with those ideas to improve and maintain the livelihood of those within the nation's borders.
This nation is starting to realize that the old days of tradition are leaving us behind. We have been turned into a nation of consumers, which has turned even our jobs into something disposable. The odds of your future Presidents being wealthy as the current ones are is diminishing, of them coming from a background where they and their fathers held the same job for twenty years and being married only once are dropping at a rapid rate as well.
It is your responsibility as a citizen of the United States to pick people in your leadership that represent what is best for the future of our nation, and not necessarily what will benefit you in the short term and not based on the money they have and spent on campaigning. It is time we start thinking about the legacy we are leaving those who will inherit this place long after we are gone! To preserve the rights our founding fathers fought and died to give us! That even soldiers now lay down their lives to preserve!
So, the things that make me capable of being President:
° I have the nation's interest as a whole at heart, and not some political point of view that I want to maintain.
° I am not wealthy. I know what it is like to choose between new tires and food for the family. To work fifty-hour weeks so the bills get paid.
° I am passionate about America, and have many creative ideas that I know will improve this nation for everyone.
My Party Affliliation
Current mood: working
Category: News and Politics
I have been repeatedly asked if I was a Democrat or Republican:
I have researched the philosophies of several different parties, and I have not affiliated myself with any one political party yet. As this current election drags on, I find myself questioning party affiliations and the "two" party system. I also find that the rules for each of the parties are very constraining. It may make things more difficult in some ways, but for the most part, going outside the parties will free me up to keep my stances. I think it's about time that, as a nation, we cease to allow the government to push us into categories and clicks so that they can further their own personal political agenda.
We all have had our trials in life, I know I have. I do not use them as excuses but I do believe that they have helped form me into the man I am now. I have even been teased because of my name, but who hasn't?
I have been classified and judged based on my religion, age or experience. I am sure all of us have at one point or another, it's how we react to those that shows our character and ability to stand up for what we believe in and really create a positive movement in our lives and the lives of those around us.
When I was attempting to grow my business, I had people looking down on me because of my age or the misconceptions of Quixtar. I am still as ambitious and driven as I was then, and still willing to go against the grain and stand up for what I believe in. I have worked with Quixtar for several years, and despite the many attempts to grow the business, I know that I can better serve this country by working on Capital Hill. My own personal business growth can wait for a few years until I feel that I have served this country to the best of my ability, at which point I can again focus on my own personal business ideas.
I believe there are a few things we should consider when electing the President of the United States:
We need to vote for the person best suited to represent the United States and its people as a majority, someone who doesn't have their own personal agenda that changes from state to state.
Someone who tells you what they honestly believe in, not something they say just to win votes.
Someone who can make the best decision for this great nation, whether it agrees with their beliefs or not.
Someone that research the issues and make an informed decision. Research the "changes" they want to enforce and see how it affects everyone, not just some special interest.
Someone willing to stick to their guns and stand up for the "right" thing.
I will maintain my own beliefs but I will not let that get in the way of the people's voice. As a public official it will be my job to represent the voice and beliefs of the people.
I know that I will have to face conflict from time to time. I bring something to the table that no other Politician seems to understand - How to work with less than you think you need. The government overspends on just about everything. I believe that if they were given less to work with they would quickly find a way to make it work.
I also believe that there could be a way to create a balanced budget that works for everyone and hopefully it could even include a surplus so that there may be more tax breaks. I have learned to create a budget in my own household. If someone can not balance and maintain their own personal accounts how can they possibly balance and maintain the trillions of dollars that run through the Treasury every year.
There will be challenges to face, but I believe that I am able to handle the challenges.
The effects of Campaigning and my Family
Current mood: blessed
Category: Life
Bringing a private life out into the public eye is always tough and can sometimes be traumatic. I have the same intent with this that Bill Clinton did during his run as presidency, where the public eye was very limited in interacting with Chelsie, there were a couple articles on things that were occurring, but for the most part, she was non-existent when it came to the public eye. Let the children have their years at being kids!
Children are people too, and as such, will have a different point of view than the others in their family. Mine is no different. When I first told my son and daughter, their protests were loud and to the point. They were just getting used to where we were living and didn't want to move again! After discussing the matter, especially why Mom and Dad wanted to do this, both became determined to help in any way that they could.
Of course, my belief is that family should come first in all situations, and if a situation arose that would require harm to my family in order to continue campaigning, I would choose to keep my family safe and secure. We all realize that this is not going to be a simple process, and that the road ahead is so steep that all odds are against us, yet we have decided as a family to stretch and show ourselves ready for the task ahead.
Starting this campaign has already influenced my wife and daughter in a positive way. My wife is focused in every attempt to get our intentions out to as many people as possible, and my daughter is constantly asking about special projects she would like to do to improve the quality of school education and life situations that children her age are going through.
I am constantly encouraged by their faith and attitude and fiercely proud of their unity in this matter!
Biography
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Category: Life
Telling a person's story is never easy; you never know really how much detail to go into, which events would really bring the people in, what would really capture someone's attention.
So it is with the life of Whence Brown.
The common statistics:
Born September 27, 1976 in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Whence was given his name by his father, who states that he was just trying to give his son an unusual name.
He has been married twice. He is a step-dad to two children of his second wife and they are hopefully going to be expanding their family soon.
Whence also has a deep passion for living life. He loves being outdoors whether it is a pleasurable stroll along the streets of Vancouver with his family, riding bikes with the kids, camping, hiking, rock climbing or going to the beach.
He also enjoys spending time with his friends and family.
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An ideal President is both ruthless and compassionate, visionary and pragmatic, cunning and honest, patient and bold, combining the eloquence of a psalmist with the timing of a jungle cat.
Not exactly the sort of data you can find on a résumé.
Some sayings about Character
Current mood: adventurous
Category: Writing and Poetry
"An individual step in character training is to put responsibility on the individual." Sir Robert Baden-Powell
"To educate a person in mind and not in morals is to educate a menace to society."
Theodore Roosevelt
"When wealth is lost, nothing is lost; when health is lost, something is lost; when character is lost, all is lost."
Anonymous
"I hope I shall always possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain (what I consider the most enviable of all titles) the character of an Honest Man."
George Washington
"Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder."
George Washington
The people "have a right, an indisputable, unalienable, indefeasible, divine right to that most dreaded and envied kind of knowledge-- I mean of the character and conduct of their rulers." -
John Adams
The qualities of a great man are "vision, integrity, courage, understanding, the power of articulation, and
profundity of character." Dwight Eisenhower
"Character is the only secure foundation of the state." Calvin Coolidge
"Americanism is a question of principle, of purpose, of idealism, of character. It is not a matter of birthplace or creed or line of descent." Theodore Roosevelt
"Respect for character is always diminished in proportion to the number among whom the blame or praise is to be divided." James Madison
"Of all the properties which belong to honorable men, not one is so highly prized as that of character." Henry Clay
"With all the power that a President has, the most important thing to bear in mind is this: You must not give power to a man unless, above everything else, he has character. Character is the most important qualification the President of the United States can have." Richard Nixon
"What a man's mind can create, man's character can control." Thomas Edison
"To arrive at a just estimate of a renowned man's character one must judge it by the standards of his time, not ours." Mark Twain
"The politics of crime is not about a party's record or a candidates proposals, but about perceived character and values." Susan Estrich
The true test of civilization is not the census, nor the size of cities, nor the crops - no, but the kind of man the country turns out. Our people are slow to learn the wisdom of sending character instead of talent to Congress. Again and again they have sent a man of great acuteness, a fine scholar, a fine forensic orator, and some master of the brawls has crunched him up in his hands like a bit of paper." Ralph Waldo Eemerson
"It is our character that supports the promise of our future - far more than particular government programs or policies." - William J. Bennett
"Faced with crisis, the man of character falls back upon himself." Carles De Gaulle
"Politics ruins the character." Otto Von Bismark
"Character is power." Booker T. Washington
"Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved." Helen Keller
"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically... Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education." Martin Luther King, Jr.
"Fame is a vapor, popularity an accident, riches take wing, and only character endures."
My Stand on the Issues:
Current mood: confident
Category: News and Politics
This is a quick reference on my stance over issues that have been asked the most. To read more about my thoughts, read the blog associated with each issue (I am in the process of putting them back on here). Your comments, both good and bad, are requested and will be posted on the associated blog as long as they are not vulgar or extremely offensive.
If you do not see your issue addressed here, or have any further questions, please feel free to message me. I will always attempt to answer back personally!
Why run for President:I feel I have a unique vantage point that other politicians do not have. I make only promises that I know I can keep, and as such, that means I only promise things that I am in direct control over. I promise that I will make every human attempt to keep in touch with the public, being open with them about the situations that are going on so that they are a better educated group on the workings of my office, and that I will make every attempt to keep the Constitution as the most important document in any law making decision.
My Party Choice:I have not affiliated myself with any political party yet. As this current election drags on, I find myself questioning party affiliations and the "two" party system. I also find that the rules for each of the parties is very constraining. It may make things more difficult in some ways, but for the most part, going outside the parties will free me up to keep my stances.
My Experience:It is unique, and I plan on filling my shortcomings with advisory teams. This nation is starting to realize that the old days of tradition are leaving us behind. We have been turned into a nation of consumers, which has turned even our jobs into something disposable.
Gay Marriage: I am for allowing the states to make their own decisions and educating the public. Personally I do not think that we should be able in infringe on their right to happiness.
Abortion:We need to make abortion not the issue and resolve this problem at the source! Education and prevention is the way to go.
Taxes:I feel the current tax situation is wrong and has become a heavy burden for some while others barely notice. I do support the "Fair Tax".
Iraq:As long as it isn't detrimental to our national security, I am for withdrawing our troops. I do believe that we need to help out other nations but we can not enforce our beliefs and government on them.
God in the public:I feel God and Religion have become dirty words, and they should not be. Removing them form schools and other public places does not mean they are still not there nor does it stop people from talking about them.
Illegal Immigrants:We call them "illegal" for a reason. They are not here legally and they have disrespected our laws by being here. Give them a short time to get legal, or send them home!
Welfare:Set programs to improve people's way of life without making them dependant on the government. We need to help the people of this nation get back onto their feet, become self-sufficient so we can improve our nation from the inside out.
Gun Control:Our second amendment right has been infringed upon! We should not take away our right to bear arms, we should educate people instead. Guns do not kill people, people kill people and it does not have to be done with a gun. Should we also tell everyone that they have to give up their steak knifes, screwdrivers, pencils, pens, toothbrushes, etc., etc. ...
Foreign Policy:Stand up to those who threaten us, but only use force when necessary. We are a great nation but we do not have to "bully" other nations with force to prove that point.
Balanced Budget:Those who pass a budget that will result in a deficit should be fined for doing so.
Political Corruption:This practice needs to be stopped. It's about time we didn't expect to get lied to by our leaders! I will prove that you do not have to lie to get the votes or to get your point across.
The Economy:We need to generate jobs now and lower gas prices. We should invest in our future and keep the factories here. We should be a nation that builds things again instead of outsourcing everything.
The Environment: The best way to make a better environment is to educate people. I do agree that we need to improve the environment. I would like to see that companies that illegally dump in our oceans and rivers get more than just a slap on the wrist. I want to make this earth a place worth leaving to our children and their children.
Health Care:Something has gone wrong in America when millions of people are just one medical emergency away from bankruptcy and financial ruin. All Americans should have access to affordable health care, including prescription drugs, and these costs should not burden future generations. Health care is too expensive for most families to have, like mine. We should not make it "mandatory" for everyone to have but we should work on making it affordable.
Social Security:I know that as it sits right now, this is a doomed endeavor. There have been efforts to reform this program. I would love to see new life brought into this program so they we all can maintain a way of life after retirement. I am researching and weighing options and ideas on exactly how to go about fixing this program, if possible.
Our Prison System:For the first time in U.S. history, more than one of every 100 adults is in jail or prison. I do believe that their needs to be a change in the way the prison system to run. We need to reduce the cost per inmate and the taxes that are needed to maintain our prison system.
Animal Abuse:We need to take a stronger stand. Animal abuse and neglect is just wrong! I believe animal abuse and neglect is a serious problem that too often leads to far more serious offenses like child abuse and other acts of violence against people.
Poverty:We need to help the people of this nation get back onto their feet, become self-sufficient so we can improve our nation from the inside out. People need a hand up, not a hand out!
Education:Our most important resource is our children, yet those who are educating them are severely short staffed, underpaid, and not equiped properly. This should be the most important issue for everyone, and no expenses should be held back for our future!
Please read my blogs for more in-depth insights on my stances.
More Blogs to come - - I was deleted.
Current mood: aggravated
Category: News and Politics
I just wanted to say thank you to all of you that added yourselves or accepted my invite to be friends on my MySpace page. I really do not like having to start all over, but I guess it is a necessary evil in life after being deleted.
Yes, I was deleted.
It happened sometime April 21st. I guess that means I am doing things right. :) I must have hit a nerve with someone in power, or someone that is afraid of what may come so they done their best to discourage me - well it will not work. Not now, not ever. I am going to face much tougher challenges than just a MySpace page when in office and then too I will stand firm.
But anyways, Again I just wanted to say thank you for being my friend (cheesy, I know) and for helping getting my page started once again. Please come sign my guestbook/map and click on the orange "join" button. I love to see where everyone is from.
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I am looking for all my old friends plus hoping to make many more and I would greatly appreciate your help with that. Please forward my page to your friends, or post a bulletin or blog to help support me in this grand adventure.
Thank you very much for everything. I am happy to know all of you.
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