In the government of George W. Bush, his Presidency is intended to symbolize the 'stern father'. The more Mr. Bush embodies that role, the more deferential the other branches will be. What's most interesting about George W. Bush is that his own stern father was really his mother. Hats off to the architect who taught Mr. Bush how to play the 'stern father' role. He may be a horrible President, but the guy can act up a storm.
Placing Samuel Alito on the Supreme Court will further tilt the balance of power, fortify the Executive branch, and seal the scalene triangle as the government symbol for many decades to come. One wonders how the stern father dynamic will play when a woman President is finally elected. It can't come a moment too soon.
Linda Milazzo is a Los Angeles based writer, educator and activist. She can be reached at pimbalina@mac.com.
Placing Samuel Alito on the Supreme Court will further tilt the balance of power, fortify the Executive branch, and seal the scalene triangle as the government symbol for many decades to come. One wonders how the stern father dynamic will play when a woman President is finally elected. It can't come a moment too soon.
Linda Milazzo is a Los Angeles based writer, educator and activist. She can be reached at pimbalina@mac.com.
(Note: You can view every article as one long page if you sign up as an Advocate Member, or higher).
