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In reply to the discussion: President Obama is the Best President in My Lifetime. [View all]milwaukeelib33
(140 posts)He is a great, historic president. I, and countless others went to the mat to see he was elected twice. Now, I expect a truly Progressive agenda pushed.
Things I expect to happen:
- Equal opportunity in the military regardless of race, gender, and sexual preference (partially achieved)
- DOMA fully repealed (in the works)
- End of all occupation overseas. Operations and military bases ceased. Troops come home (much to be desired- GUANTANAMO)
- Due process through a court of law for all humans (drone strikes? NO!!!)
- Slashing the war department budget
- Increased funding and expansion for public schools, social programs, shared infrastructure.
- Meaningful gun control (ban and buy-back programs for semi-automatic assault rifles)
- Monetary repercussions for states that refuse to implement the ACA
- Taxes on carbon to protect the environment (no Keystone XL pipe, no drilling on public land, carbon credit exchange)
- Support workers!!! Unions are under assault and it's time for the President to put his comfortable shoes on and support unions.
- Implement a FDR-style WPA to address unemployment and infrastructure needs. Fed Govt run and direct employer.
- Impose tariffs/trade restrictions to help American workers
Wheew!!!!
My demand list could go on....
But, is 8 years enough time?
Well, 4 years have gone by with less than I would expect. So, better get crackin' on the final 4. Let's see what can be done. No reason to hold back anymore. My hopes remain high.