Communism on U.S. horizon

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Posted: 5/4/09

With Arlen Specter's recent hop from a moderate Republican to joining the Democrats, we as a nation have taken one step closer to becoming a communist regime.

The main premise of communism is based on common ownership and control of the means of production, as well as a government that promotes the establishment of such a society. Specter's move was a golden ticket for the Democrats, as they are now watching potential Minnesota Senator Al Franken (who needs to win a court battle over last November's contested senate seat in Minnesota, according to the New York Times) like a hawk.

A court victory for Franken will give the Democrats control of the senate with the 60 votes needed to override a filibuster, which is a form of legislative obstruction. Essentially, this control will allow the Democrats to do what they want, when they want. If that's not communism, then we don't know what is.

One party rule is a dangerous idea on many different levels. The biggest problem here is the fact that one party will have most of the power, perhaps too much power for the party's own good. And without a conflicting party like the Republicans, our nation will have one voice speaking for the majority. One voice at the helm leaves millions voiceless, particularly those who do not support the democratic ticket.

A voiceless community creates another problem - potential revolution. With nowhere to turn, people will rely on instinct and do whatever works, throwing old tactics to the wind and forcing their voices into the political megaphone.

Furthermore, as we step closer to communist rule, a sharp decrease in private ownership becomes visible on the horizon. With Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner's plan to use taxpayer dollars to buy all "toxic assets" from struggling banks, the private sector will ultimately take a hit. As a result, the government's control over economic policies will increase, further touting the idea of common ownership.

A decrease in private ownership will widen the gap between classes until there is no middle ground, only the filthy rich and the down-and-out poor.

Specter's defection was not a matter of passion or an eye for the people's needs - his actions were disgustingly selfish. According to the New York Times, Specter's announcement on Tuesday surprised many of his Republican colleagues, who dismissed any notions that it was a sign of increased fragility in the party, adding that he was essentially looking out for number one - himself.