“…my master’s gone away!”
It just makes me laugh when people post comments on Republican related articles on this blog in an effort to “educate” us about the Republican party’s connection to Abraham Lincoln. Newsflash: I’m aware.
There is a lot that has not changed from 1800s America, but the nature of the Republican party is not one of those things. The Republican party of the late 1800s is not the party of today. That could be painted as a bad thing, that could be painted as a good thing…it depends on who has the paint brush in hand.
In 2009, Republicans cannot claim the glory of Lincoln’s legacy by association any more than present day Democrats can claim the glory of Kennedy or Roosevelt presidencies. All we are really talking about here is political associations during a specific era. Political associations are flexible and subject to change.
Having a great last name doesn’t make you great. Being part of a wonderful family doesn’t mean you won’t one day shoot your friend in the face by accident. Being a great dad doesn’t mean you won’t cheat on your wife with an intern. Bottom line, it’s goodness by association. As to say, Republicans are good because of Lincoln’s association with the party. Republicans are neither all bad or all good…but that can be said of any person, place, or political party.
Note: When I hear of Democrats saying racist things on social media sites or via email I will be sure to post them…don’t you worry. Equal opportunity exposure, honey.