tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1323827107980168707.post7474298812965742068..comments2008-11-25T17:32:54.166-05:00Milenanoreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1323827107980168707.post-41345287763573985342008-11-25T17:32:00.000-05:002008-11-25T17:32:00.000-05:00You wouldn't get laughed out any more than anyone else. In general, roughly 1/2 the people will think you're wrong and about 10% of those will be mean about it. Trust me I know a couple people that have done it on both sides of the aisle. Both in their 20's - both elected to high office. It just takes determination.dpaulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288224632840946995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1323827107980168707.post-69089168402611288952008-11-25T09:38:00.000-05:002008-11-25T09:38:00.000-05:00@dpaul<BR/>Heh... I'm not sure I'm cut out for politics. I have a problem dealing with less-than-intelligent folks that think they are "smarter" than me for being "in the business" longer than I have. I think people like myself or Milena would get laughed at for having "original" ideas that they would NEVER consider utilizing.<BR/><BR/>At the same time, I have been considering getting involved at the local level. I just have to start networking more in my community. Thing is, I live in the Metro Detroit suburbs and I want to move back into the city after I get married. I have no idea how easy a transition would if I did anything other than do volunteer work or something.<BR/><BR/>@trav<BR/>I don't necessarily think a flat tax is going to really solve it for Michigan. We need new industry here, which Milena so eloquently explained. I think what needs to happen is for the state's tax structure should be opened up to allow every company tax breaks and incentives to try and sustain themselves.<BR/><BR/>Sure, a flat tax can work, but the tax has to be low enough that makes businesses want to be here. Therefore, there has to be added benefits for a business, especially a new(er) one.<BR/><BR/>If you open it up tax-wise with incentives, then that promotes competition where only the strongest survives. Everyone has the opportunity to try to make their company the best in the state, the country and the world. <A HREF="http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2008/11/what-to-do-abou.html" REL="nofollow">Seth Godin</A> has the nail right on the head in what the Big 3 needs in terms of help - COMPETITION. Any industry here needs that. That goes for the movie houses, the Google... everyone.Huberthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15442011254213179469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1323827107980168707.post-80023197169472183612008-11-25T04:48:00.000-05:002008-11-25T04:48:00.000-05:00The solution is the <B><A HREF="http://mifairtax.org" REL="nofollow">Michigan FairTax</A></B>. All it takes is for Michiganders to join the effort, and ensure they set up a recurring donation of 10 bucks a month to power this 1st-in-the-States effort!travhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03543878415664403556noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1323827107980168707.post-77479354215564572142008-11-24T19:37:00.000-05:002008-11-24T19:37:00.000-05:00I think you two should be running mates. I know just the right people to get you set up for running. Door to door is great fun. I've spent many a cold night holding a sign in the rain. I was a precinct delegate afterall... Shall I nominate you for the ticket? I'm not so sure Gamalam - Jenny isn't so spectacular up close nor have any of her policies helped Michigan. We'll be getting a tax hike just in time to start the worst economy Michigan has seen in my lifetime. Brilliant. If nobody's coming to your show - raise the ticket price?dpaulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288224632840946995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1323827107980168707.post-18497084314824276702008-11-23T22:31:00.000-05:002008-11-23T22:31:00.000-05:00@Milena<BR/>I cannot attribute all of Michigan's issues to Granholm. We were going this way before she even got in office. DPS was in the tank back in the Engler years, remember.<BR/><BR/>I think in terms of being a smart politician, Granholm is definitely playing her cards right. Is it in the best interest of the state? That's to be debated, because if your stats are the most accurate then I'm with you. I am sure there is an opposing story though that will probably say Granholm did the best she could with the options that were available to her at the time.<BR/><BR/>In the end, I'm cynical of all people in power that are not me. *smile*<BR/><BR/>I tweeted this blog, let me know if you get a bunch of random freaks following you.gamalamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15442011254213179469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1323827107980168707.post-2886479393289146502008-11-23T22:23:00.000-05:002008-11-23T22:23:00.000-05:00@gamalam - haha - I don't think you need to read anyone's blog to find out how Granholm's policies have been doing...if you live in the Metro Detroit area, you only need to look around you! : )Milenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12874760631554176315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1323827107980168707.post-26290349664887469652008-11-23T21:47:00.000-05:002008-11-23T21:47:00.000-05:00Wow... you're on a crusade. I'm scared of you, Milena!*<BR/><BR/>Reading this, Jenny is not looking good; even though, she is one of the more attractive politicians, but I digress.<BR/><BR/>At the same time though, I am sure there has to be another blog lauding her accomplishments and getting people excited for her to join Obama's cabinet. Either way, I don't really care.<BR/><BR/>On the subject of Michigan becoming new Hollywood, all I will say is <B>ick</B>, but it might bring some new life back to the state. I have already toured a couple of newly-opened soundstages in Metro Detroit and I'm sure it's not the end of them. In turn, I'm sure plastic surgeons will see an upsurge in profits as will the Democratic party.<BR/><BR/>Milena, you seem to be very critical of politicians. Have you considered running for office?gamalamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15442011254213179469noreply@blogger.com