Un-American?

Earlier today, I ran across this little gem (NOT) of Congresswoman Michelle Bachmann of Minnesota speaking about the election and Barack Obama: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vbw4pdxVSOg

Un-American? Investigation? Really? I cannot believe that this woman sits in the House of Representatives. I cannot believe that she really said the things she said. She's a lunatic, and I am just stunned that she could really believe these things, and say them with a smile on her face the entire time.

I am so scared for this country, and I'm so scared for Barack Obama. I'm terrified that the hatred I'm seeing from some in this country will spark a recurrence of the ugliness that happened in the late 60s (go search youtube for "racist palin" - the videos you'll find should make you tremble with anger. heck, they made me cry, because I cannot believe that people are so blind) - this country has gone through turmoil before, and we do NOT need it now. The things coming out of Palin's mouth, inciting her supporters, scare me - "who is Barack Obama?" Really? They don't know? They haven't bothered to pick up one of the books he's written? To read the position papers on his website? I think I have a pretty good idea of who Barack Obama is - he's a thoughtful leader who's willing to look at both sides of an issue. He's a pragmatist who's willing to compromise. He's willing to stand up and tell the people at his rallies that it's inappropriate to boo the other candidate. I think he's a brilliant man and our best hope for America's reputation in this world. I'm disgusted by the politics of fear that are trying to scare the electorate, and I hope that folks won't fall for it again.

Politicians are supposed to represent us. I hope the good people of Minnesota's 6th Congressional District are smart enough to seat her opponent in this election. Because we don't need hate and fear. We need thoughtfulness and hope.