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You scored as Old School Democrat. Old school Democrats emphasize economic justice and opportunity. The Democratic ideal is best summarized by the Four Freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear.

Old School Democrat

80%

Green

70%

Libertarian

60%

New Democrat

45%

Pro Business Republican

35%

Socially Conservative Republican

30%

Foreign Policy Hawk

20%

What's Your Political Philosophy?
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The first time I took this quiz this past weekend, I was Green but I think this better fits my personality and voting for the Green party would be a throwaway vote even if I did agree with their policies. Honestly, I'd much rather keep out those who shouldn't be in office than put in those who should. In this day and age, it doesn't seem you can have it both ways. Looking ahead to the 2008 elections, right now, I think I'd vote for Hillary Clinton but I'd honestly not be that upset with John McCain as he's much more moderate than the current administration and, well, let's leave it at that...

An amusing note on the baseball front: I read in today's paper a quote from pitcher Matt Clement that said he played at Wrigley Field instead of Fenway Park. Was there more permanent damage from when he was hit in the head with that comebacker to the mound last season than people believed or is he just a moron?

And why has the media focused on the worry spots of Clement and Wells when Wakefield hasn't pitched stellarly either not mention that it was made painfully obvious recently that Beckett isn't as automatic as we were led to believe? True, Clement and Wells are big problems but most of the rotation is a problem so why minimize the blame?
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Anonymous said…
I agree with you on the voting thing, and I'm definately a green party gal. And, wouldn't it be interesting if McCain was voted in....people are constantly telling my Dad he looks just like him. ;)

~your cousin
April 25, 2006 9:44 AM
Likestrek said…
McCain and your father could be twins. I've thought that for awhile now...
April 25, 2006 10:30 AM
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