|
NASCAR Dads (And Moms) Voting Guide 2008
1/14/08: SOZ Studios, MI - By Dennis Michelsen "DMIC" (RaceTalkRadio.com)
 Here we are again in the middle of a Presidential Campaign. It's hard to believe its been four years since President Busch took the oath of office to start his second term and to wave the green flag on the 2008 campaign cycle! In the past the choice by the majority of the so-called "NASCAR Dads" has been easy. But this year the political landscape is muddied and there is not a definitive pick among the candidates vying to be the most powerful man (or woman) in the world! Here at RaceTalkRadio.com we strive to bring race fans the news (and nonsense) that they need every week. Somewhat Official Disclaimer-None of the news, nonsense, or commentary below is meant to indicate the endorsement of RaceTalkRadio.com or its announcers, writers, or flunkies. This guide is simply intended for educational purposes but may be used to line the bottom of your birdcage provided the proper paper is used in printing this report. RaceTalkRadio.com management further discourages the use of your computer monitor at the bottom of said cage and will not be responsible for damage to such devices. Candidates were organized in alphabetical order without regard to political party. Other random methods of alignment were considered, however, official nose hair counts of some candidates were unavailable at press time.
Senator Hillary Clinton-New York
Background- Grew up in Park Ridge, Illinois where she got her start in politics as a "Goldwater Girl." Attended the prestigious Wesley College followed by Yale law school where she met her future husband who would become Governor of Arkansas and then President of the United States. After her husband's tumultuous presidency she would add her maiden name to the roster and become a Senator of the State of New York. Senator Clinton has since lost her Rodham and decided to run for President of the United States.
Should Be Supported By- Fans of Erin Crocker can be expected to throw their support behind Hillary Clinton for President. Ms. Crocker has the best chance of any woman to make it to NASCAR's Cup division just like Senator Clinton is the most viable female candidate for the White House.
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- Less than 1%
Despite her impressive resume she will remind most men of the grouchy wife that won't let them have another beer during the race!
Senator John Edwards- North Carolina
Background- Raised in North Carolina, Senator John Edwards is an All-American Dream success story. The son of a mill worker, Edwards became a lawyer and made a name for himself winning large judgments in personal injury lawsuits. Senator Edwards' most difficult assignment was propping up Presidential candidate John Kerry as his running mate. If his bid for President fails, rumors have Edwards and Kerry reuniting for a remake of "The Odd Couple" way off Broadway in 2009.
Should Be Supported By- Fans of Denny Hamlin should find Senator Edwards the perfect match. Both men are now successful in their chosen occupation due to hard work, perseverance, and a few breaks along the way. Edwards sounded eerily similar to Hamlin when after his recent loss in New Hampshire he said he was, "Really fustated."
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- 2%
His gritty determination would play better if he didn't have a Government solution for everything! NASCAR fans are used to solving their own problems! (IE-chilling the beer)
Mayor Rudy Giuliani- New York
Background- Born and raised in New York, like all kids Rudy dreamed of chasing down fly balls in Yankee Stadium. Since he was slow afoot and the Yankees never called he became a fierce lawyer busting the chops of syndicate hoods and inside traders instead. One of only thirty-two thousand people in the United States that admitted to voting for George McGovern in 1972, Giuliani would switch to the Republican Party years later. Nicknamed "America's Mayor" and named "Time's Man of the Year" in 2001.
Should Be Supported By- Fans of Kasey Kahne and Denny Hamlin are often found together at Giuliani events. (Numerology joke there) Whenever he has seen his favorite drivers race they have finished 9th and 11th respectively (Work with me please). Rudy is the ninth New York mayor and eleventh Italian to run for the Presidency. (Pun intended)
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- 20%
Mayor Giuliani is bringing in the donations from NASCAR brass and that might hurt his chances with some rank and file NASCAR fans.
Governor Mike Huckabee- Arkansas
Background- Mike Huckabee asks us all to give Hope a second chance. Born and raised in Hope, Arkansas Huckabee is an ordained minister and plays the bass guitar in his Washington-based band called "Capitol Offense." Made his way to the Governor's mansion in Arkansas the old-fashioned way, taking over for the indicted Governor. While serious about his run for the Presidency Governor Huckabee isn't afraid to kid around with comedians Steve Colbert and Rock Mercer proving politics can be fun!
Should Be Supported By- Fans of Richard Petty will learn that Governor Huckabee is a man of his principals just like Old King Richard. Petty has never allowed a beer sticker on his car because of his mother's concerns even though it cost them money. Huckabee has touted his Creationism beliefs even though it has cost him some votes.
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- 18%
Governor Huckabee's support of gun rights is very popular and it might be handy having a preacher at parties to keep things from getting too out of control.
Representative Dennis Kucinich- Ohio
Background- The only candidate that has admitted to seeing a UFO also had a mafia contract hit put out on him. Kucinich's time in politics has never been boring! His tenure in congress is more memorable for the bills he opposed (Flag-burning amendment and the USA Patriot Act) than those he authored. Representative Kucinich voted against counting Ohio's electoral votes in 2004 because of voting machine concerns. (The company contributed to the Republican Party and promised to deliver Ohio in 2004)
Should Be Supported By- Fans of the pre-ear surgery Kurt Busch are big supporters of Dennis Kucinich. Not only do those appendages on the current Kucinich and the old Busch show significant wind resistance in wind tunnel tests, both men married up. Both are also witty when challenged on their opinions although Busch has mellowed recently.
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- Less Than 1%
While he should be commended for being the "Nails on the Chalkboard" of congress, Representative Dennis Kucinich's platform misses the mark with the NASCAR crowd.
Senator John McCain- Arizona
Background- Born a "Navy Brat" in Panama, his Father and Grandfather were heroes in World War II. Following the family business of being in the Navy, McCain would graduate from the Naval Academy and become a combat pilot. Shot down during Vietnam he would turn down a chance to be liberated from his captors because it was a propaganda ploy. It would be an additional three years before freedom was his again! A true American hero McCain is giving the Presidency one more shot in 2008.
Should Be Supported By- Fans of Mark Martin will be ardent supporters of his this year. Just like Martin, Senator John McCain is giving it just one more season to win the championship! Both guys were award winning party animals in their youth that tamed their bad habits to become true champions even without winning the ultimate race!
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- 30%
Might be old enough for carbon dating to be effective, but Senator John McCain has the no nonsense type of personality that NASCAR fans love!
Senator Barack Obama- Illinois
Background- The junior senator from the Prarie State is the youngest candidate in the campaign. Is this a sign that political politics is also adopting the "Young Guns" mentality? Born in Honolulu Obama has a culturally diverse family heritage, which NASCAR brass would covet in a driver! Known more for his amazing oratorical ability than experience, Senator Obama is so inspirational that there are reports of Morgan Shepherd planning a full time run for the Cup in 2008 after talking to Obama.
Should Be Supported By- Fans of Jacques Villeneuve will be Senator Obama's biggest supporters. While both men have great records in other areas, both are rushing to the highest level of their business. Obama might prevail riding the wave of change. But Villeneuve is not likely to hear anyone say, "Yes you can (win at Daytona)."
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- 4%
NASCAR Dad's might be willing to support an African-American candidate but not one that was born after the first Daytona 500 was run.
Representative Ron Paul- Texas
Background- After listening and watching Ron Paul talk in a recent debate 35% of Americans polled believed space aliens might have abducted him at some point in his life. But the ideas espoused by the Texas Republican make a lot of sense. The concept that people know the best way to spend their own money is brilliant! A Physician that has continued to deliver babies in his district even while serving, Paul is a throwback politician that serves his constituents in many ways.
Should Be Supported By- Fans of the Wood Brothers will find Ron Paul their kind of guy! Never tell the Wood Brothers that they need some sort of help from NASCAR. They believe it takes hard work and an even playing field and they still have a chance! Representative Ron Paul is the consummate underdog and not to be underestimated.
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- 8%
Don't let the Government tell you what to do in your life is the kind of philosophy that the moonshiners that built NASCAR would appreciate!
Governor Mitt Romney- Massachusetts
Background- If you called central casting and asked for the consummate politician you would be sent Governor Mitt Romney. This version even comes with a very flexible backbone to bend whichever way the political breezes seem to blow! Governor Romney was bred to be a politician. His Dad was Governor of Michigan and his Mom ran for the United States Senate. Mitt Romney has been a success in business as co-owner of an investment firm, CEO of the Olympics, and Governor of the thirteenth largest state.
Should Be Supported By- Fans of Jamie McMurray should relate to Governor Romney. Both look and act as if they should be the best man in the race! But once the hard times come McMurray fans have learned that their guy is in that second-tier of NASCAR drivers not among the elite. Will Romney fans arrive at the same conclusion in 2008?
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- 8%
The NASCAR Dad's might see a lot of NASCAR management in Romney and therefore might not support him. Southerners might not trust this Yankee either.
Senator Fred Thompson- Tennessee
Background- Born in Alabama and raised in Tennessee, Senator Fred Thompson grew up in the heart of NASCAR country! A successful attorney Thompson gained notoriety on the National stage as minority counsel during Watergate. (This had nothing to do with a rain-delayed race, which I mention for our younger race fans) He got his acting start playing himself in a movie about a crooked Governor and went on to fame as the District Attorney on the award winning show "Law and Order."
Should Be Supported By- Fans of Jeff Burton will be huge supporters of Senator Fred Thompson. Both men are not always the most thrilling of public speakers, but if you get them fired up on a topic look out! The smart money is betting that when his racing days are done Jeff Burton will someday be referred to as "Senator Burton!"
NASCAR Dad's Projected Support- 10%
Support might have been closer to the 20% mark if he had not been so rough on Cole Trickle! NASCAR Dad's might not forgive him for that.
CONCLUSIONS
During the last Presidential election it was very obvious which candidate the majority of the so-called "NASCAR Dad's" would support. We were in the middle of the war in Iraq and NASCAR fans support their President. (When he is a Republican at least) This time around the choice among the Republican candidates makes this a tight race for the nomination in general and among NASCAR Dad's in particular. My fellow Americans no matter which way you decide to vote please vote! The World is faced with so many dangers and concerns. It is vital that in 2008 you select the candidate that will change the Top 35 rule once and for all before it annihilates our way of life as Americans!
The time for action is now!
Editor's Note: Attempts were made to contact the campaign headquarters to see where the candidates stand on the important topics of our time. None of the Presidential hopefuls would commit to being in favor or against the Top 35 Rule, the Car of Tomorrow Design, or the Lucky Dog rule! All of us at Race Talk Radio will strive to continue to dig for the important information that you the NASCAR fan needs before you head to the ballot box to cast your vote for the future!
 |
  RaceTalkRadio.com's
Official Newsletter
     |
NASCAR® is a registered trademark owned by National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, Inc.
The Spin Out Zone is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by NASCAR® or ARCA®.
The Spin Out Zone is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by CBS Sports, ABC/ESPN, Fox Sports, SPEED, FX Networks, TNT,
MRN, PRN or Sirius.
The Spin Out Zone owned and operated by RaceTalkRadio.com in association with Spin Out Zone Enterprises.
Images on SpinOutZone.com are used for entertainment purposes only.
2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 © Spin Out Zone
All Rights Reserved