Unity '08: The Answer to the Problems?

In the Presidential election of 1860, a relatively new political party offered something new to the United States of America. The country was dominated by two parties that had lost the faith of the American people—the newcomer that changed everything and united the nation was the Republican Party—its candidate was Abraham Lincoln.

A movement known as "Unity '08" uses this example as a comparison to America's current politics. They argue that today is much like 1860. The system is broken. The top-tier candidates take extreme positions. Lobbyists dominate—corruption plagues our government. Two parties have controlled for too long, and it’s time for change. Perhaps Unity ’08 is the answer.

Unity ’08 is a political party formed specifically for the 2008 election—it has no long-term aspirations, and has absolutely no corporate ties. Founded by bi-partisan moderates, it seeks to break through and disrupt the power-hold the Republicans and Democrats have on our government. How they plan to do this is truly revolutionary. By utilizing the vast influence of the Internet, Unity ’08 will hold the first ever online presidential convention. Members (YOU) will vote for the issues they believe are most important; they will hear out the candidates and decide for themselves who will be most suitable to lead the country—choosing a President, Vice President, and even cabinet members. It gives the vote back to the voters.

Unity is currently trying to recruit as many people as possible—it will be quite a task to get on the presidential ballot in all 50 states. Many distinguished politicians have endorsed Unity ’08, and it has been rumored that Mayor Michael Bloomberg will go for the Unity ticket. Even Sam Waterston, the actor from Law & Order, has become a spokesman (not a candidate) for the movement. Check out his brief video:


The Internet Revolution has brought us to this point—the point at which the Web can trigger true change in a democracy. Perhaps this is our opportunity to become an effective part of how this government is run. Maybe, through Unity '08, the people can enact true change and to reform a terribly corrupt system.

I encourage you to check out what Unity ’08 has to offer at: www.unity08.com …read up on it and research what it seeks to accomplish in further detail. Check out its videos on YouTube. Maybe this is what our country needs--maybe not, but it's definitely worth a consideration.