Blogging Politics

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Permalink Reply by Anne Marie Goodrich on October 2, 2008 at 2:45am

Julie, I responded to one of your posts on SmartNow last night but didn't know that was you. What a small Internet when you get women and moms together.

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Permalink Reply by Julie Roads on October 2, 2008 at 7:19am

That's a riot! It is very weird that they aren't using our last names and won't link to us...not sure I'm psyched about that! Can't wait to read your comment.

Anne Marie Goodrich said:

Julie, I responded to one of your posts on SmartNow last night but didn't know that was you. What a small Internet when you get women and moms together.

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Permalink Reply by CantHardlyWait on October 2, 2008 at 8:13am

I actually rarely blog about politics. My family reads my blogs, as do my in-laws. All of which are staunch republicans. That's choppy waters, and I hate family feuds. Especially when it's 1 against 30.

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Permalink Reply by Julie Roads on October 2, 2008 at 8:25am

Ouch! Maybe you could start a new blog...that they don't know about!

CantHardlyWait said:

I actually rarely blog about politics. My family reads my blogs, as do my in-laws. All of which are staunch republicans. That's choppy waters, and I hate family feuds. Especially when it's 1 against 30.

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Permalink Reply by Jennifer on October 2, 2008 at 10:41am

I do blog about politics but I've calmed down some and just post opions and funny things I find. Now on twitter I tend to go all out, rant and rave, because I know my follows are of a like mind and I don't have to worry about being bashed for what I believe in.

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Permalink Reply by Julie Roads on October 2, 2008 at 11:10am

I hear you on the Twitter thing - my peeps get me all fired up...and sometimes calm me down - thank goodness.

Jennifer said:

I do blog about politics but I've calmed down some and just post opions and funny things I find. Now on twitter I tend to go all out, rant and rave, because I know my follows are of a like mind and I don't have to worry about being bashed for what I believe in.

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Permalink Reply by Melissa Smallwood, Multi-Tasking Mama on October 2, 2008 at 1:26pm

I had never (and had always said I would never) blog about politics because I have so many friends that have differing political views than I. However, after Sarah Palin was chosen as McCain's running mate and my friends (who I apparently give way too much intellectual credit at times) acted like she was the best thing ever I couldn't stay quiet anymore! I have been vocal on Twitter, my personal blog and will continue to be until the election. This election is too important to worry about losing followers, potential clients, etc. over. People need to be educated on the real issues and understand the ramifications of another four years of the same or we are in BIG trouble as a nation!

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Permalink Reply by Julie Roads on October 2, 2008 at 1:31pm

You go girl!!! Thanks for chiming in. I mean, seriously, who wants friends that believe SP is...good?

Melissa Smallwood, Multi-Tasking Mama said:

I had never (and had always said I would never) blog about politics because I have so many friends that have differing political views than I. However, after Sarah Palin was chosen as McCain's running mate and my friends (who I apparently give way too much intellectual credit at times) acted like she was the best thing ever I couldn't stay quiet anymore! I have been vocal on Twitter, my personal blog and will continue to be until the election. This election is too important to worry about losing followers, potential clients, etc. over. People need to be educated on the real issues and understand the ramifications of another four years of the same or we are in BIG trouble as a nation!

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Permalink Reply by Renée on October 2, 2008 at 2:11pm

Yeah....my family and in-laws read mine too. They're mostly moderate democrats but I make most of them super uncomfortable with my bullhorn and enthusiasm. I've stopped caring because progress and change only happen when people decide to get loud and say what needs to be said. (but I totally understand where you're coming from - Thanksgiving dinner is no fun when you're by yourself at the kids table because nobody will speak to you ;) )

CantHardlyWait said:

I actually rarely blog about politics. My family reads my blogs, as do my in-laws. All of which are staunch republicans. That's choppy waters, and I hate family feuds. Especially when it's 1 against 30.

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Permalink Reply by Anne Marie Goodrich on October 2, 2008 at 2:29pm

Julie, have you said anything to the Julie or Lynn at SmartNow? It seems they're very open for suggestions and I can understand why you would want your last name and/or a link for your posts.

Julie Roads said:

That's a riot! It is very weird that they aren't using our last names and won't link to us...not sure I'm psyched about that! Can't wait to read your comment.

Anne Marie Goodrich said:

Julie, I responded to one of your posts on SmartNow last night but didn't know that was you. What a small Internet when you get women and moms together.

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Permalink Reply by Julie Roads on October 2, 2008 at 5:15pm

LOL! No, no one wants to be stuck at the kid's table. My dad used to be a Republican, but he was the only one and Bush drove him to our side - he just didn't vote in 2000 and then voted for Kerry in 2004 - we nearly passed out!

Renée said:

Yeah....my family and in-laws read mine too. They're mostly moderate democrats but I make most of them super uncomfortable with my bullhorn and enthusiasm. I've stopped caring because progress and change only happen when people decide to get loud and say what needs to be said. (but I totally understand where you're coming from - Thanksgiving dinner is no fun when you're by yourself at the kids table because nobody will speak to you ;) )

CantHardlyWait said:

I actually rarely blog about politics. My family reads my blogs, as do my in-laws. All of which are staunch republicans. That's choppy waters, and I hate family feuds. Especially when it's 1 against 30.

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Permalink Reply by Julie Roads on October 2, 2008 at 5:16pm

I asked and didn't get an answer...maybe I'll try again!

Anne Marie Goodrich said:

Julie, have you said anything to the Julie or Lynn at SmartNow? It seems they're very open for suggestions and I can understand why you would want your last name and/or a link for your posts.

Julie Roads said:

That's a riot! It is very weird that they aren't using our last names and won't link to us...not sure I'm psyched about that! Can't wait to read your comment.

Anne Marie Goodrich said:

Julie, I responded to one of your posts on SmartNow last night but didn't know that was you. What a small Internet when you get women and moms together.

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