Today in History class, we were discussing the 1896 election between Populist/Democrat William Jennings Bryan and Republican McKinley. Our teacher brought up the interesting idea that our current election very closely parallels that of 1896. Is Obama a new W.J. Bryan? Is McCain a new McKinley? Obama definitely leans toward Populism with his policy and is very charismatic as was Bryan. McCain has the fear of populism (because it has some parallels with Communism) on his side much as McKinley did. Well... we'll see what happens. Another interesting idea... our teacher referred to Sarah Palin as "the next T.R." Apparently, her background, controversial policies and potential ability to make or break America bring to mind the days of Teddy Roosevelt. I mean, TR came into the presidency when McKinley was shot... many people have doubts that McCain will live through his presidency (if he is elected). And a final thought regarding the election... many politicians believe that Western Virginia very well may be the deciding point in this election. Exciting, right? All right well I'm out to write a psych paper!
... Oh and just a random PS, my brother never shuts up and it drives me nuts.
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