Uncommon Common Sense

A friend of mine sent me this today, and it was simply too thought-provoking to pass up. Redistribution of wealth Today on my way to lunch I passed a homeless guy with a sign the read "Vote Obama, I need the money." I laughed. Once in the restaurant my server had on a "Obama 08" tie, again I laughed-just imagine the coincidence. Suddenly, it hit me. An experiment is in order. I asked the server, did he really believe that Obama's platform was a good one? Yes, he did. When the bill came I decided not to tip the server and explained to him that I was exploring the Obama redistribution of wealth concept. He stood there in disbelief while I told him that I was going to redistribute his tip to someone who I deemed more in need - the homeless guy outside. The server angrily stormed from my sight. I went outside, gave the homeless guy $10, and told him to thank the server inside as I've decided he could use the money more. The homeless guy was grateful. At the end ...

Let me begin with a couple of quotes. " WE THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF IOWA, grateful to the Supreme Being for the blessings hitherto enjoyed, and feeling our dependence on Him for a continuation of those blessings, do ordain and establish a free and independent government, by the name of the State of Iowa." Any idea where that's from? Correct...that is the Preamble to the Constitution of the State of Iowa. How about this next one? "Our liberties we prize, and our rights we will maintain." You guessed it...that's the State Motto. It can be found on our State flag, and elsewhere. My name is Larry Voorhees, and I’m applying for a job. The job I’m applying for is to represent the people of Northeast Des Moines in the Iowa House of Representatives. I’m asking you to hire me and allow me the privilege of serving you, the 68th District, and being your voice in the State Capitol, for the next 2 years. With that said, I feel it only fair that I tell you a little bit ...

Thursday, October 9th, there will be a Meet the Candidate event. The public is invited to come to the office of The Entertainment Group, 2400 Easton Blvd, in Des Moines. There will be free food and refreshments, and some games for the kids, so please bring your whole family, your friends, and your neighbors. This will be an opportunity for voters on the Northeast Side of Des Moines to meet me, and for me to meet you, and hear what you have to say. This is your opportunity to make your voices heard. I truly covet your input and want to take advantage of every possible opportunity to speak with you and listen to your ideas and concerns. I've said it before....one person CAN make a difference. Each and every vote and voter is important. So, please...come join with me and your neighbors on October 9th, from 6-8 PM at the Entertainment Group, 2400 Easton Blvd. I look forward to seeing you there. --Larry Voorhees