Trump wins! Clinton loses! Clinton wins! Trump loses! Trump wins! Clinton loses! Clinton wins! Trump loses! Trump wins! ...and so on....
My first post's headline was not an attempt at an election prediction. I was trying to make a point in the body of the post - that no matter which candidate was elected, there is still a tremendous amount that needs to be done (well beyond what one citizen i.e. the president can do) to tackle the expanding issues and problems that we Americans face. The most specific and core issue is that the existing establishment (political and corporate) is doing very little to truly address substantive issues and problems. The philosophies and actions of those that have a bigger say in society in the US create motion, but many times it is a smokescreen that blinds the vast majority of citizens. Things happen and millions are unsure why or misinterpret what is happening. This is not a conspiracy but a silent understanding among those in power and money positions to serve themselves.
Are you shocked by the election outcome? You might be equally surprised whether you voted for the winner or the loser. I'm not surprised at the outcome at all. Prior to this election, I may have been personally and quietly disappointed with past election outcomes, but it has never upset me or made me angry or want to protest. What disappointed me most was the almost nonexistent improvement promised by each American President over the past 25 years. My disappointment in past leaders falling well short of the initial hope each started with was never a surprise, and in fact, it was quite predictable. The life-knowledge I have developed (and continue to evolve) allowed me to see the upside and the potential opportunities given each president’s unique strengths and shortcomings. Specifically, I adapted and improvised at many key junctions over the past 30 years to adjust my life game plan to take advantage of the many opportunities that surfaced. Also, presidential influence is only the tip of the iceberg when compared to the multitude of factors that Americans must be able to interpret to adjust life decision-making. Knowledge and insight is key. Given the rapidly changing variables we all face every day, month, year and decade (and the presidential election is just one of them), I always would adjust my life game plan and proceed onward in pursuit of life's wonders and mysteries.
The anger and angst and nonsense of this election takes away from what is important, and ultimately what is best for this country and the people. The worrying, angst and vitriol becomes more smokescreen - the media plays a big role here. People take everything so personally. It's good to be passionate and enthusiastic but the extreme personal direction of this election undermines the potential for proper change in the country - our country. Most US citizens are distracted from seeing the opportunity each election presents, regardless of the winner.
During my life (even when I was much younger and then more intensely over the past 10 years), I have always tried to understand things so that I might share my ideas with others to truly help them. So what is going on?
The apple cart is turned over...
Character of P-e (President Elect) Trump: Questionable
Business acumen of P-e Trump: Some good, some not so good
Manners of P-e Trump: Not so good
Depth of knowledge of P-e Trump: limited
Consistency of message: like a ping-pong ball
Concept of P-e Trump as a change agent: Bingo! (the idea of change to the bureaucracy of govt and big business): this concept is critical
Trump work ethic: Excellent. Always in motion, campaigned tirelessly
Yep, the apple cart is on it's side and the apples are rolling and bouncing all over the place. The chance for positive change has improved dramatically. Don't get me wrong, a lot of work has to be done first and the vast majority will come from everyday citizens like you and me. President-elect Trump possesses a heavy dose of mega-ego that needs to be served. However, he is not a Washington insider, who are polished professionals adept at expert misdirection. Herein lies the vast opportunity for true, healthy change. Ignore for the moment President-elect Trump's short comings and look more so at the potential for change and disruption of the entrenched establishment. The door is open. That is a substantial positive.
The first four posts will serve as a backdrop for the bigger picture issues I believe are the most important. I think the context driven by these first 4 will help people understand what I'm trying to say. Beyond the first 4 posts, future posts will raise specific issues and will provide answers from my perspective.
