Four years ago today I voted for my first Republican.
Despite my usual tendencies toward the Democratic party, I was given the choice between Republican Bobby Jindal and Democrat Kathleen Blanco for Louisiana governor in 2003 and I chose Jindal based on all the newspaper stories I had written on the two. I don't normally side with the Republicans. I usually agree with the ideals of the Democrats. But in this case, Jindal seemed to have the ambition and goals that I thought were essential for the job. He seemed like someone who could bring hope to the state.
Unfortunately, the rest of the state didn't agree with me then. Even my family members (who often equate me with the liberal media and call me a tree hugging hippie) thought I was crazy for liking Jindal over Blanco. What? How could that be? My parent are Bush supporters. But Blanco was the good ole boy (er... girl) of the day.
Today I think the state of Louisiana finally wised up to gave Jindal a chance. He won his seat as governor without much competition and without a runoff. Louisiana celebrates a Republican governor. I celebrate the future of Louisiana. I have hope for the state I grew up in under the leadership of Bobby Jindal.
Many of you Republicans on this board may argue I've finally wised up. I assure you I still lean left. I guess for me it just reinforces my belief that political parties aren't the end of discussion. I think there are times when political parties mean nothing and you have to vote for the best person for the job.
Does anyone out there agree?
Am I the lone blogger who thinks the separation between Democrats and Republicans isn't has wide as we make it out to be?
We were finally able to convince the powers that be at Fox Interactive Media to add a new Political Blog section. Many of you have been asking for it for quite a while. I hope you will enjoy.
