Philosophy

I am torn with this issue because morally I consider prostitution wrong and I never would want a loved one to be involved in this disgusting trade but at the same time it’s the oldest profession in the world and it doesn’t appear to be going away anytime soon.  How can I think that prostitution should be illegal yet believe porno and topless dancing should be legal? I could claim that these are art forms but then all a prostitute and their John would have to do is film the act or do it front of a group of adoring fans and then would it be considered art?  I believe it might be time to allow localities to permit prostitution with strict guidance from the state. Here is a way I believe it could work. PLEASE SHARE YOUR VIEWS!

(1)  All prostitutes would be licensed in which they would be required to take a test to understand the different ways they can leave the business, the dangers involved and be required to practice safe sex.

(2) Prostitutes would be tested on a regular basis to avoid any sexual transmitted diseases from spreading.

(3) The industry would be heavily taxed in which monies would go to support clinics to help prostitutes who want to leave the business, drug treatment facilities and pay for the expense of the state regulation of this industry

(4) Prostitutes would be drug tested to insure that they are not addicts and would receive treatment if they are.

I believe we must judge each individual as a separate person and not give them “extra benefits” because they are the first but reality tells me that society sees it differently. We bend out backwards to give breaks and ignore faults to those who are the “first” . What is most remarkable is the group that this individual belongs to could be the one to suffer the most detrimental effects from their leadership but they will continue to be this person’s biggest supporter.  Maybe it’s a feeling of standing by your team when things get rough but this isn’t sports this is reality.  So the next time someone runs as the first “Hispanic President”, “Jewish President”, “Woman President” or a combination of the above let’s make sure we the entire American family are the first in this individuals heart and soul instead of a group he/she belongs to.

BUT IF MY UNCLE ….

Don’t worry I haven’t  decided to seek public service… yet.  Many conditions would have to be just right for me to make such an important decision including I would have to have at least one other supporter and it can’t be the four legged type.  What this post concerns is how I would actually run if those conditions were met. I don’t mean do disparage the political consultant because they have the expertise and knowledge that I lack but I believe it’s more important to get you’re message  out and truly be a public servant then worrying about winning the race at all cost.

If I sought public service I would truly run and expect everyone on the campaign team to keep up with me.  That means this would be my full time job in which every moment would be utilized for this goal and I would expect my core staff to agree. I would also need a staff that told it like they saw it but when a decision was made act like it was their idea no matter what. Here are a few more key factors (below) that would belong to my campaign.

(1) Thank even the smallest contributor or even those that just support the campaign regularly and personally by me or a core member of my staff. Insure that I keep a list of each one of those supporters and get them involved in the campaign as much as they are capable of doing.

(2) Visit various locations in one community then move to next community making sure that I stop by the “hot spots” and listen.

(3) Every Saturday visit a Shul/Synagogue and every Sunday visit a Church followed by a volunteer activity in that community.

(4) Insure that I take the time not only with the friendly press but those that oppose my views and try to find some common ground without changing my philosophy.

(5) On Thursday night visit a local bar and share a beer or wine with those attending.

(6) Have fun and show it. It’s important to take the position seriously without putting yourself to high on the pedestal.

(7) Pull out not only the skeletons but the bodies from the closet early so people can see me for who I am not the character the opposition media might betray.

(8) Have honest answers to the problems people are facing be empathetic  with their pain  and  most important always listen.