Monday, January 23, 2012

Is Obama, with his cabinet appointments creating a government akin to a Technocracy?

A Technocracy is a Government in which the various aspects of society are run by those that know them best. With Obama's Choices for his staff being all across the board and being focused more on their ability to do the job well then their ideology, is Obama making somewhat of a Technocracy?Is Obama, with his cabinet appointments creating a government akin to a Technocracy?
Possible. On the other hand we tried the 'faith-based', flag waving and cross shaking method of government. That didn't work out so well did it? Obama is a realistic kind of guy with a 'get the job done' mentality. He's a fact based decision maker, a good thing in a time when most of the 'facts' are against us. Does this mean he'll pull a prosperity rabbit out of his hat? No it doesn't. Sometimes in spite of the best efforts the ship sinks, the plane crashes and the boy doesn't get the girl. We may find a way out of this via the 'technocrats', but it's just as likely we'll all be characters as in 'Lost'.....forced to adapt to an entirely new situation with no obvious rescue in sight. Ah,well....we're Americans aren't we? Americans can do anything when properly motivated. I'd say the current situation is motivation enough to get us individually and collectively off out @sses and begin dealing with the reality we're in, not the reality we'd like. Wadda' 'ya think?
It sounds like what he's doing fits the definition of your word, if that's what you're asking.Is Obama, with his cabinet appointments creating a government akin to a Technocracy?
In a way this time round it is not a popularity test as to who

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Gets what position

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Kind of like I like that dude and I don't like the way that creep looks idea of picking who can do the job this time

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Only this time Obama is using the idea of

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Do you know what the hell you are doing

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Before he even picks someone to be considered for the position

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Sure - - - and Al Gore is an expert on environmental issues.

I do not trust any elected politician to have enough knowledge about science and technology to make a logical decision about anything.

Free market investors are far better equipped to make logical decisions on how they need to invest their money to supply the world with what it needs - at a profit - the Government will do it at a loss, with lots of waste, and fraud.

They will ruin lives. They will kill wildlife. They will produce little and all will suffer.

Hold on to your pocketbooks.Is Obama, with his cabinet appointments creating a government akin to a Technocracy?
Granting your definition I would say yes. But I don't agree that he is finding the best people for the jobs without regard to ideology. His selection for DCI shows that.
No, you've got to be kidding! The word you're looking for is Socialist.
Not at all. That would imply that he was appointing people which were experts in particular fields. That would be encouraging and real change. What he seems to be doing is just more of the same or worse. He's appointing a lot of old pols from the Clinton years. Furthermore, he in my opinion did the unthinkable. It was rummered that in two years he would replace Fed Chairman Bernake with old pol Larry Summers. The last president to do something like this was Carter who appointed Miller to Fed Chairman which resulted in disaster. Later he was forced to appoint a pro, Volker. From then presidents have appointed Fed Chairman with good technical credentials. It looks like Obama wants to go back to the old method of putting pols in office rather than the technical knowledgeable
Good answers, everyone!!



Nah, it's more like a Hollywood movie with an over-representation of minority stuffed shirts.

Blago laughing at Obama,? How is Obama going to stand up to Achmedinajad if he can't control a mere corrupt ? ?

Governor of his home state,

Blago is running all over him, literally giving Obama the finger, while Obama makes weak speeches at his podium?Blago laughing at Obama,? How is Obama going to stand up to Achmedinajad if he can't control a mere corrupt ? ?
Blago is a typical mobster. He is doing it, because he can. I don't have to tell you what happens to people, who screw over the Mob. Obama can't do anything now, but crap his pants, and wait for the next shoe to drop. No pun intended, President Bush.
Because the Governor stated today that he's going to sing a pretty little tune to the FBI, America gonna love it!



I think Obama getting a wee bit worried, if he is one of the Lyrics!Blago laughing at Obama,? How is Obama going to stand up to Achmedinajad if he can't control a mere corrupt ? ?
Without pre-conditions.
Blago knows too much and Obama is worried. I wouldn't be surprised if Blago conveniently disappears or "commits suicide."Blago laughing at Obama,? How is Obama going to stand up to Achmedinajad if he can't control a mere corrupt ? ?
How is ANY president or president-elect suppose to control a governor? They don't work for the president, you know i.e. there is no chain of command there. As for Obama giving "weak speeches" on this matter, are you aware the the FBI asked Obama to hold off saying anything until next week?
What exactly should Obama do? For that matter what does he have the authority to do?
You know, sometimes it best to be silent and thought a fool then to open your mouth --or in this case, key your thoughts and prove it.



President-Elect Obama is not divulging any Information at this time because he was asked by FBI to hold off until next week. His transparency will be revealed then. As I am sure you will be ready to absorb.
I guess it's a lot like why we can't control stupid people posting stupid questions and I think you have to be pretty dense to think that a state senator has any powers over a state governor. You are a moron!
He's not going to stand up to him he's going to sit down and talk, remember.
he cant. obama is a weak leader.
No person can "control" any other person.
I don't know what happened with Blagovich and neither do you, and Obama has bigger things to worry about at the moment. I have yet to see the tapes where Blagovich was supposedly recorded.
Obama can't put someone to death, just because of the fact they are an embarrassment
Obama is going to be POTUS and with have no problem handling any foreign leader. Blago is going to jail. And your comments are not a question.
No, I haven't actually heard him laughing at Obama. But it might help if you try it. You take yourself too seriously. Why not take a few weeks off, and relax?
You better hope he can.



HE IS YOUR PRESIDENT in a few weeks.



To answer your "question" YES HE CAN !!!!!!!

How do you think Obama has helped this country?

I notice every time I comment on someones political issue and I mention something about Obama's failure I get a lot of "thumbs-down". What has he done to help us so far? Unbiased, curious question.How do you think Obama has helped this country?
A very wise quote from an unknown author



"The danger to America is not Barack Obama but a citizenry capable of entrusting a man like him with the presidency. It will be easier to limit and undo the follies of an Obama presidency than to restore the necessary common sense and good judgment to the depraved electorate willing to have such a man for their president. Thus, the problem is much deeper and far more serious than Mr. Obama, who is a mere symptom of what ails us. Blaming the prince of the fools should not blind anyone to the vast confederacy of fools that made him their prince. The republic can survive a Barack Obama, who is after all, merely a fool. It is less likely to survive a multitude of fools such as those who made him their president."



He is a man that does not have the freedom ideals of self reliance, taking responsibility and being a representative of the people. His actions show through the laws he pushes despite the voice of the people, bailing out companies which destroys the meaning of capitalism, and wanting to expand a government. But as the quote says, it is the people who vote in such fool that is the problem. It seems that people no longer desire God given freedom.
well I think it's far to early to start getting into how he failed and how he helped the country, we are still finding out how policies in the Regan era are affecting us let alone a guy that isn't half way through his first term. everyone is entitled to their own opinion. And I'm not saying he doesn't have to be criticized now, just saying don't jump the gun on huge failures and successes with the little bit of information we have because most of what everyone is talking about is based on their own opinions of what should have been done without seeing the end results. Like the answer above, it doesn't sound like a good idea to him, so he has already proclaimed it a huge failure without knowing the end result. Forgot to say I'm not an Obama supporter, I didn't like either candidate. But I do agree the health care system needs fixed. I'm not an expert, but I don't think public safety should be in the hands of insurance agencies. I also have to add that while Obama has spent a crap load of money, so did Bush, but did Bush have to deal with this recession? the bailouts of the banks were globally accepted as a must, economies would not have survived with out them. A lot of you people are just reiterating nonsense you heard on the radio or TV without taking into account alterior motives that these people might have, or forming your own opinion based on researching and taking into account all other arguments objectively. It's all getting very annoying now that I actually have been paying attention to politics.How do you think Obama has helped this country?
He has done nothing to help the "average America."

Forced Socialized Health-care sounds like help to you? Because it sure as **** does not to me. This is America we can not, should not be forced to buy a Private product under Government rule.



Second Obama's spending as already outpaced- and passed Bush. This is not opinion. It is a national fact!



Lets borrow another 700 Billion BILLION dollars from China that we can not repay.
When President Obama came into office, he inherited a national mess. He has tried to stop the downward cycle and is trying to stop the insanity of "big" business. The greater question should be asked, "What if President Obama did nothing and allowed this national catastrophe to just run its course?"How do you think Obama has helped this country?
He is trying to get Health care to save America But not doing a very good job at it %26amp; America will get further in debt %26amp; Obama will make America become a week country %26amp; cause things to be worst then he all ready has, I would like to know when Obama is going to start doing his job.
The lack of substantive arguments in favor of 0bama's policies will be all the answer you need.
Nothing political-wise..



but I mean if I HAD to say what he did good, I guess he "inspired" the black community?
he's helped it toward destruction of the american way of life, that's about all.
He's a putz and the liberals will never admit they blew it by being so naive.
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  • If Obama wins and Republicans say it was Liberal media bias, will they finally admit Kerry was a plant?

    I admit Obama is playing the camera like crazy along with obvious wooing of the liberal youth but so what? How is choosing a bimbo for a running mate any better? Or lying about your past and pushing family values you never had? Both sides are dirty, so will Republicans admit Bush is a cheat?



    I see damn well what's going on with Obama and I admit it, is the GOP Men/Women enough to do the same?If Obama wins and Republicans say it was Liberal media bias, will they finally admit Kerry was a plant?
    Honey, we Democrates are able to admit when we are less than perfect, but the Republicans aren't going to ever ever ever admit to ANY wrong doing, no matter how bad it is. Bush cheated in the 2000 election, McCain picked Palin to get the Hillary votes, but it is OK as long as they get to the top and rule. They will never never ever admit the TRUTH, because Republicans are born liars.If Obama wins and Republicans say it was Liberal media bias, will they finally admit Kerry was a plant?
    He can't win now, all of the voters ACORN registered for him, are being thrown out. And the FBI is going after Obama, for paying ACORN $800.00 for their criminal service. Say it with me now, President John McCain.If Obama wins and Republicans say it was Liberal media bias, will they finally admit Kerry was a plant?
    What kind of plant do you think he was, or is?

    How can we trust obama's energy independence plans, when Jimmy Carter's didn't work?

    Jimmy Carter created the Department of Energy in 1977. The purpose of this was to end the US dependence on foreign sources of oil and transition us to renewable energy sources. 33 years later, all we have to show for it is an annual budget of $24.6 billion, Energy Star appliances and curly cue lightbulbs. 33 years.



    So how can we trust obama's energy independence talk?How can we trust obama's energy independence plans, when Jimmy Carter's didn't work?
    you make an excellent point.



    Obama considers Jimmy Carter to be one of his mentors and has adopted many of Jimmy Carters old failed plans as his own.
    Reagan dismantled the program when he took office in 1981. As the gas crises of the 1970's faded into the past, people, including politicians, lost the will to make the changes. Believe me when you have to get up at 3 am and wait in line for hours to get gas not knowing if there'll still be gas to get by the time you get to the pumps, you want things to change. When you're out on a dark country road after midnight because you got a call from a friend of a friend who drives a gas tanker who said he can fill your tank from what's left after he's made his deliveries, you want things to change. When gas is easy to get, you don't care as much.How can we trust obama's energy independence plans, when Jimmy Carter's didn't work?
    Blame giant oil. Along with them blame Reagan, Bush 1 and 2. Big oil's best friends.
    33 years later there's new technologyHow can we trust obama's energy independence plans, when Jimmy Carter's didn't work?
    Im all for it but when you have idiots running the place.

    Global Warming is a big tax scam .
    we can not trust him

    lol curly cue light bulbs
    This is a pretty immature and misinformed question for an engineer. LMAO!

    Is Obama's placing political stars nearby prove that he still needs others to boost his image?

    He has gathered the Clinton's and their former people. Caroline Kennedy from another famous family with so little experience in any area of life and politics, (unless you count the famous name). And also he has Rick Warren famous author of "A Purpose Driven Life" even though his particular religious beliefs are directly against Obama's support of gays. So is Obama all image and no substance.Is Obama's placing political stars nearby prove that he still needs others to boost his image?
    We've been trying to tell people that for months, they are just to busy swooning over him !Is Obama's placing political stars nearby prove that he still needs others to boost his image?
    I agree with you. So much for change...Is Obama's placing political stars nearby prove that he still needs others to boost his image?
    You're obvious proof that the Republican party is dead.
    Because he has done nothing and is nothing and has NO earthly Idea What the Heck to to Once he takes office.

    So Obama will listen to the will of the people in Egypt but not America?

    28 States, 33 Governors, The formation of the Tea Party all fighting against Obama-Care even 2 Judges declaring Obama-Care unconstitutional but he turns a deaf ear to us? Anyone else find this disturbing?So Obama will listen to the will of the people in Egypt but not America?
    Disturbing - yes. Surprising - no.



    He would rather cheer freedom for Egypt than for us.
    America has funded Egypt for decades.



    You are the ones turning a deaf ear not the president. He is trying to help millions of people and there are those going against it. Get a clue and facts not lies and hate and negativity.

    I am grateful that he has helped my elderly "white" parents and provide better health care and that his company is helping their employees to have decent health care. Republicans are funded by too many pharmacies and insurance companies to continue poor and expensive health care. You can have a good policy but you use it you lose it. Lot of young and middle aged people who have not been sick have no clue how it works or cost. But still Obama only came out with a watered down policy cause the republicans were having a fit which has angered many people also.So Obama will listen to the will of the people in Egypt but not America?
    I don't necessarily think healthcare reform is a good idea but this argument is silly.



    The president isn't required to do what 33 state governors want him to do. Nor does he have to do what the Tea Party or any other organization wants him to do. We have a republic. We elect the president and he gets to make the decisions for 4 years based on what he thinks is best. He isn't required to pay attention to polling - in fact presidents who do are often criticized for it and presidents who don't are often praised for doing what they think is right no matter the political cost.



    You are right. Some courts have found healthcare reform to be unconstitutional. But some courts have found healthcare reform to be constitutional. Just because a couple lower courts rule against it doesn't mean he is under any legal obligation to listen to them. It will likely end up being decided in the Supreme Court. If they find it unconstitutional, then Obama will have to listen.



    Another way your analogy is flawed is that Obama didn't support any side in the Egyptian situation. He ignored calls from the right and left to make strong public statements one way or another. Instead he worked behind the scenes with the Egyptian military to make sure the situation would not destabilize Egypt and possibly the region. Otherwise he kept out of it.
    America is free. Those people had half the opportunities Americans have so of course Obama wants to see an American alli better themselves. You should all consider maturing a bit and appreciate what you have and support other countries on their path to freedom. It takes a selfless leader to think about bettering the world along with their own countrySo Obama will listen to the will of the people in Egypt but not America?
    exactly, he is an inept leader incapable of leading. he is a johnny come lately. not one issue has he been on the front of, he even passed owe-bama care to the dem congress to figure out.
    I've noticed what you're describing from the beginning of Obama's administration, America suffers and he turns his back on the country.
    Obama is listening to the will of the people that elected him.
    I'm egyptian and I DO HATE it when obama interferes with our own affairs. that's not to help us but to show domination of his rich country over our poor country or whatever reasons that can NEVER be for our own good
    Conservatives do not make up the entirety of the American people.
    The formation of my answer is to shut you up.
    Great question and analogy.

    Must be a Muslim thing.
    He's listening, but Its out of his hands. Congress already passed it.
    yep,that's the way it goes,but to his credit.he did say he would stand with his muslim brothers
    WELL SAID!!!!!!
    Because they're moslem and most of US are not.
    he be keepin it real yo....