Legend tells us that a former Kossack, who is no longer among us, used to post Roll Call diaries, wherein it was requested that willing Kossacks list some information about themselves, most notably their ages, occupations and places of residence. The purpose of these diaries, I am told, was to build local communities of Kossacks, whether for Meetups or other political action.
I wish to continue this tradition, but instead, in light of the epic MetaWars, I want to change it up a bit.
It is well known that Daily Kos' membership is gigantic. I am user 117,000. Now, that does not mean there are 117,000 active users, but it does mean that there are a hell of a lot of diverse people here.
The diversity I speak of is not diversity of gender, religion, sexual orientation or race, but rather diversity of opinion and ideology.
The Democratic Party, and by extension, Daily Kos, a Democratic blog, is home to a variety of different viewpoints on a whole host of issues. These differences in opinion can show themselves in spectacular flame wars and fights at times. Liberals, Progressives, Libertarian Democrats, Moderates, and even some Conservative Democrats make up the Democratic Party, and thus, they make up the membership of Daily Kos. Some of us are religious, while others are atheists. Some of us are pro-death penalty, while others are against it. Therefore, I think it is helpful for us to learn more about the political views of our fellow Kossacks.
So, if you are willing, describe your political views, and be sure to mention your views on the below issues:
- ABORTION (Pro-choice, Pro-life or some where in the middle?)
- AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (For, Against, or should be modified?)
- BUDGET & TAXES
- CAMPAIGN & POLITICAL REFORM
- CRIME, DEATH PENALTY & DRUGS
- EDUCATION
- ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE
- EUTHANASIA ("Right-to-Die")
- PATRIOT ACT
- GAY MARRIAGE OR CIVIL UNIONS?
- GUNS
- HEALTH CARE
- IMMIGRATION
- TRADE
- LABOR UNIONS (WORKER'S RIGHTS)
- IRAQ WAR
- SOCIAL SECURITY