Mock Election Mission #1

I wrote this speech for Richard to give when visiting Academic United States History classes.

When you think of government what do you think of? Partisan politicians incapable of moving beyond party lines? The current congressional stagnation over the federal budget? It is time to leave the two party system behind. It is time for representatives to begin addressing the concerns of their constituents, regardless of their party.

Democrats and Republicans are caught in a standoff. Progress will not be possible until we break out of this mold and begin to focus on the good of the people instead of the good of the party.  That is why I am running for senate as an independent candidate. This allows me to work with any politician as long as they have America’s best interests at heart. I am not confined by a political party. I am free to make independent decisions instead of walking in lockstep with platforms written by career politicians who are out of touch with the American people. I will protect small businesses and middle class families. I will help ensure a bright future for our country by balancing the national budget. I will work to bring our troops home from Iraq and Afghanistan. I will help to reestablish the U.S. as a champion of human rights by supporting Syrian refugees in Turkey. I have a plan. All I need is your vote.