Blog Number 4: Constant battle of Global Warming

Eli just recently posted a blog discussing the constant battle between conservatives and liberals of global warming. I am neither conservative nor liberal and I value everyone’s opinion. On the other hand, when it comes to global warming I am a strong believer. After reading Eli's blog I thought that it was funny and had a major touch of sarcasm. He provided minimal information but still was able to make a valid point and proved his argument. He quoted an article from a professor from Princeton. He predicted that as global warming becomes worse and worse more farmland in Mexico will be destroyed. He predicted that "For every 10 percent of lost crop yields, 2 percent more Mexicans will leave and most will try to come to the United States." Eli was making jokes at the conservative party by saying, " Conservatives may be willing to shrug off the possibility of rising sea levels, desertification and mass extinctions, but can they live with the risk of more Mexicans crossing the border to breathe their precious American air." I really like how he made a funny spin on the situation but I wish that he provided more information about global warming and its continuing effects. I think he classified the conservative party a little to much. I know many conservatives that believe in global warming but just not to the extent that others believe. I would have wanted Eli to point out the major differences between both parties’ beliefs on global warming.

Brianna Monks
http://firedoglake.com/

Blog Number 2: Libertarians to pick candidate for governor

Austin American Statesman recently wrote an article called "Texas Libertarians to pick candidate for governor." This article describes efforts of the Libertarian party to select their candidate for governor and other statewide offices. They will vote this Saturday in Austin and make revisions of the party platform on Sunday. Their main party platform is a smalled government, more personal liberties, and lower taxes. Although the libertarian party is small it has expanded and demonstrated growth. Their operating budget is $370,000 which is the highest it has ever been and has 10,000 people in their state party database. They are realistic knowing that they are often overlooked but they are hoping for a strong candidate to really kick start a successful election cycle.
Here is the article link below
http://www.statesman.com/news/texas-politics/texas-libertarians-to-pick-candidate-for-governor-740736.html