Caroline Kennedy and Barack Obama - Kansas.com
Caroline Kennedy’s is best known for being the daughter of President John F. Kennedy, and most recently, one of the people responsible for helping Barack Obama pick his vice-presidential nominee. Other than that, her resume leaves little to indicate that she is qualified for the office of Senator, other than the title: “Relative”. It goes without saying that the founders of this Republic did not intend our government to be a monarchy, (or a government run by a “ruling class”),rather a democracy where citizens are elected based on worth - not bloodlines.
The question then arises: “Do we have a “class system” in the United States?” The answer, according to progressive professors, is “yes”. In Robert E. Weir’s, “Class In America , the so-called American Class system is discussed in detail – from the First Estate (Mayflower Decedents, regardless of wealth) to the Second Estate (the Robber Barons’), families that garnered great wealth and influence in the United States during the late 18th and 19th century (Included: familiar names such as Roosevelt, Carnegie and Kennedy), followed by the Upper Middle Class (the elite who have amassed large sums of money), the Middle Class (those who hold a 4 year college degree and therefore, can consider themselves to be “elite”), the Lower Middle Class (those who do not hold a four-year degree – and are considered “blue collar workers”), the Lower Class (those with no discernible education and/or skills). The later two often referred to as “the masses”. Outside of the halls of “higher education”, this is not discussed in detail, or brought up at all. (The "masses" could not "handle the knowledge") The “fact” that this nonsense of a "ruling class”, made up of individuals such as the Kennedy’s, is preached at a Colleges and Universities across the nation by those Progressive professors who are wedded the theories of Karl Marx and company, boggles the mind. It follows, therefore, that this “theory” allows for a certain sense of “entitlement” from those who are members of an “upper class”, and the certainty of those “newly minted elite” who have been taught (and bought into the bunk) that this nonsense of class systems is “acceptable”.
Therefore, Caroline Kennedy, by virtue of nothing more than being part of the “ruling” class, is considered an acceptable substitute by those “elite” who would see the “dynasty” continue. (CNN) . That said, Comments posted to a recent Boston Herald article on the possibility of another Kennedy in the Senate are not favorable. Comments to the Western Massachusetts, Springfield Republican’s Politics forum (thread #77455) show like minded disgust at the thought of a political appointment based on nothing more than a family connection. The same is true ofDaily Kos commentors, who are disconcerted about the concept of an “inherited” legislative post. It is interesting to note that the negative comments are being made by those who would, in all likelihood, believe that our Constitution does not contain any reference to a particular brand of “class” that would govern, rather, that the government belongs to the populace.
It is a fact that New York State laws guiding the replacement of elected officials, offer nothing to prevent Caroline Kennedy from working with Governor Paterson to give her Senate Seat, however, it remains to be seen if he will make such an appointment.. Should Caroline Kennedy be chosen as the replacement for Hillary Clinton, in the Senate she will be required to campaign for re-election in 2010, likewise Paterson. Those who are in the position to ultimately decide both Kennedy’s and Paterson’s political futures are the New York state electorate. Therefore, regardless of entitlement, or any “perceived” progressive class system, the Republic of the United States and our system of democracy will continue to be the deciding factor in political contests.
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Good read. I think there is a bit of a caste system in the US. More importantly, I think people like Ms Kennedy beleive there is and they are entitled because of it. The one good thing about our country is there is still plenty of opportunity for people of the "lower class" to change their fate. This is virtually unheard of in a true caste system such as India.
Hi Chuck,
That was my point entirely, it is the belief in a class system, and the perpetuation of the belief that it exists (in the case of progressives in “higher education”) that is at odds with the reality of our form of government. Unlike other governments where there are established “classes”, those fortunate to live in the United States are not hampered by birth into a specific class, giving them the ability to rise to any position. It is the directive written into the Declaration of Independence, that “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. — That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed...”, then further secured in our constitution, that eliminated “classes” in the United States. It does, however, go without saying, that there are the haves and the have-nots, (creating an illusion of “classes”), however, there are no restrictions placed upon anyone of lesser financial means from rising to great heights in this nation, on their own merits and through their own hard work. It is the perpetuation of the “myth” that somehow those “ultra wealthy, political family icons” are of a “higher class” than you or I, that is ridiculous, just as silly as a Professor sharing the “knowledge” with those who are about to receive a degree, that they are somehow magically transformed into an “elite” person – holding knowledge over those “less fortunate” “masses” and placing “responsibility upon the elite” to guide the masses (specifically in relationship to those who choose to educate”. This theory of class, applied here, to Caroline Kennedy, is noticeable by adjectives used in a variety of articles – most notably “princess”. Fromnewsbusters.org “ABC
According to ABC reporter Jan Crawford Greenburg, the co-chair of Barack Obama's vice presidential search committee, Caroline Kennedy, is a "a reluctant media star, stepping into the spotlight to back a man she says reminds her of her father [President John F. Kennedy]." Appearing on Monday's "Good Morning America" to discuss Kennedy's role in the selection process, Greenburg gushed, "Caroline Kennedy was, for a brief moment, the princess of Camelot."
There is a direct connect to those who believe they are “elite” and the perpetuation of this “myth” of social classes within the United States that lends to this type of nonsense being broadcast. The reality is that Caroline Kennedy is a celebrity, which arose out of the unfortunate events surrounding her family – nothing more.
The funny part of this is that while she seems like she may be a classy lady, the Kennedys themselves are largely white-trash with money. There is a long history of substance abuse, legal problems, and infidelity. There is a common theme of a lack of respect for women among the men. I, for one, do not hold the Kennedys to very lofty heights.
The sad statement on a good portion of the electorate today (especially in states such as New York) is that "American Idol" mentality. As proven, there are far too many voters that don't have a clue regarding the issues of the day, let alone a particular candidate's stand on any given issue. 'Simon says' Vote for Caroline!!!
BTW, Chuck ... you nailed it regarding the Kennedys.
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