Kerry essays

Kerry essays November 2, 2004 may mark a new beginning for our country. The Bush Administration that began with so much promise and hope for our country has fallen far short of my expectation. From family values, the economy, foreign policy, gun control, and the environment, are just a few of the issues that have swayed me to turn to the Democratic ticket for hope. I never would have thought our country would be in its current state of affair. Coming through the Clinton years which had its ups and downs I thought once President Bush took control, the glory of this country would begin to be bright again. I am disappointed with this Administration and I would like to point out some issues that are important to me. First and for most, our environment is very important to the survival of the human race. Bush has allowed big business to pollute the environment. He has not been a supporter of clean air laws, and I feel he has gotten away from his promise of protecting this countrys environment. The Bush Administration has not lived up to its promise of clean air, free of pollutants, clean water, and protection of our wildlife. These issues have not been important to this Administration. Without a clean environment program our country and the world does not have a chance to survive. We need to recognize the importance of these issues and develop a program which will protect this generation and those in the future. The United States of America has always been a leader in these areas, always setting the tone for the world to follow our lead. Now, this Administration has fallen short and other countries are surpassing us by taking more of an active role in protecting our environment. The economy also plays an important part in my decision to turn toward the Democratic Party. During the Clinton Administration our country's economy prospered. Americans enjoyed increased prof...