Politcs, Schmolitics

The good Mr. Jim Wojcik is forcing me to write a post concerning politics on this fine, post midterm election day.

You know, I've always wished I was interested in government. I mean, sheezus, the government dictates my career, my rights, my salary, my life. Those are all very good reasons to care about who's in power.

But the truth is, I don't.

I can't bring myself to give a sh*t about the stupid, unabashedly phony back and forth bantering amongst the candidates and the holier-than-thou egos. "Republican Governor Rick Snyder has shown that he puts big corporations and the wealthy ahead of regular people," reads Democrat/former governor candidate Mark Schauer's campaign website. "At the same time, he has put the Michigan Dream at risk, dismantling our public education system, making college unaffordable for many, cutting money for vital services like police and fire departments that keep our communities safe, and removing key protections for our Great Lakes and our other natural assets."

Well, that sucks. But here's what Rick's website has to say: "Just as Rick had a plan for his professional career, he had a 10-point plan for reinventing Michigan: create more and better jobs; leverage our new tax system; reinvent our government; keep our youth -- our future -- in Michigan; restore our cities; enhance our national and international image; protect our environment; revitalize our educational system; reinvent our health care system; and win through Relentless Positive Action. The reinvention of Michigan is a growing success story that's still unfolding. It's already earned Michigan the title of 'Comeback State.'"

So who's right? Who's the good guy? Who's got the better intentions, the creative ideas, the bigger plans, the balls to carry them out?

I don't know, and I don't know who does know. Maybe somebody out there happens to be best buddies with both guys and holds the golden secret to Michigan politics. If you know this person, give me a call. Maybe then I'd be interested in a little chat about government.

But I don't know Mark, and I don't know Rick. Sure, I guess I could research what Rick's accomplished so far. However, there'll be an article saying he's done all the good in the world, and it'll cite all of his deeds in support of humanity. And then there'll be another source that says he's a complete dbag with a comprehensive listing of all the reasons why. It muddles my brainwaves.

I'm already anxious enough about college and my impending graduation/career. I simply don't have the room to stress over politics. I was not informed enough to vote yesterday. I am not informed enough to complain about who's running the country. And I will never be informed enough to engage in one of those wretched political debates people deem "intelligent."

And you know what? That's okay. As far as I'm concerned, my load is much lighter because of it.