The democratically controlled Congress has an approval rating, oh, of about 11%. The problems most Americans have with the House and Senate are that they spend, well to put it frankly, liberally. And that is not even the nastiest part, they are spending our money! John McCain advocates cutting the pork barrel spending. Washington abuses taxpayer dollars for such things as pet projects of special interest groups, often through last minute additions to appropriation bills. It is absurd and honestly angers me. Most Americans live tightly on a set budget, why shouldn't Congress? Senator McCain honorably understands that Washington insults taxpayers and needs to learn to be fiscally responsible. Dave Ramsey anyone?  

No one wishes for war. War is generally waged only as the last line for defending freedom. "John McCain believes it is strategically and morally essential for the United States to support the Government of Iraq to become capable of governing itself and safeguarding its people." The Senator solidly opposes anyone who advocates withdrawing American troops before that has occurred. Our war on terrorism also encourages the security of our beautiful nation.

On the issue of national security, John McCain acknowledges, and once being part of the armed forces himself understands that to protect our nation we need a strong military in a dangerous world. To encourage a strong military Senator McCain supports the development of an effective missile defense, increasing the armed forces, modernizing the armed services, and working aggressively to reform defense spending in a smarter fashion.

As far as the economy is concerned, Senator John McCain does not waver from the notion of free markets, capitalism, and less governmental regulation; a truly conservative stance. Here in Michigan, we understand that overtaxing small businesses only drives jobs away. John McCain advocates the economic growth of this country through traditionally conservative pro-market solutions.

When looking at a few of Senator John McCain's positions, you can see that his convictions lie in the right wing of the political spectrum. And I know I have said it before, but as a conservative it is acceptable not to agree with Senator McCain on every issue, but it is unreasonable not to vote for him because you do not agree with him on every cause.

Ben and I will continue to play softball, and hopefully will keep our heads in the game next time, but even if we don't, we will for sure be voting Senator John McCain for President this November!