I just got a facebook update from my former co-worker, Mike. Mike has joined the Tea Party.
Mike is one of the dullest human beings on the face of the earth. A good soul. A very boring soul. Not at all a political person. I am sure that he has voted Republican in must elections. It is not a matter that he has though over deeply. His parents voted Republican. All those around him vote Republican. He votes Republican.
The disturbing matter is that now there is a spirit in the air. And the spirit is inspiring the Mikes of this world to join the nutsy right. We had the great spirit when Obama ran. We were unstoppable. Now, it appears that the Tea Baggers have the spirit.
I have been fighting for Health Care these last months. The Nuttys have worn me down. And now they have the spirit and the Mikes of this world are joining them.
How I hope that we progressives can find a way to get the fire back. Oh for a few inspiring slogans to rally around. Oh for the fire. Let the force be with us once again.