September 17, 2008 at 19:54:29

Slackers Uprising and Uproar

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By Betsy L. Angert (about the author)

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Big businesses try to silence them, and these influential institutions succeed. Brazen persons, abundantly affluent, and government officials, content with the status quo also wish to secure the stillness. The hush from the hordes of those who do not vote does not disturb those who are well off. Undeniably, the quiet of millions calms those who want only the few and proud to vote. Hundreds of thousands of Americans are seemingly apathetic. Many of those who actively participate in elections are grateful.

Some might say the young, the disenfranchised, or the everyday average citizen does not care. Indeed, most feel as though they have no power. Half of the public, are not counted as constituents for they do not vote. Many have not bothered to register. Those who did file the proper papers do not appear at the polls on Election Day. Nor do they cast an absentee ballot. Throughout this country, people have no faith that they can change the system.

Several say, "You cannot fight City Hall; nor can one little person affect what Congress does." Certainly, these persons believe they will not choose the President of the United States. Politics is a game. The machine is fixed, and not in favor of the grunt, the peon, or the poor people who do the labor. What is, sadly, for those with less time, currency, or clout will persist. What will be, will be, fortunately for those with large fortunes.

Individuals who do not participate in the electoral process may appear to be slackers. Yet, in truth most of these persons feel uninspired. More than a few feel as if they are in dire straits. Indeed, they are.

The billions of dollars banks and industry borrow from the Federal government are not available to Anne or Adam. No one will bail out the citizen whose taxes are the cash poured into poorly managed financial firms. If a single solitary citizen wishes to go to college, he or she cannot turn to Uncle Sam and say please subsidize me, support me in my endeavors. However, General Motors and other carmakers can and do. Insurance companies also have leverage. Those they indemnify do not.

For the poor, pupils of America, and the persons who squeak by, day by day, no paycheck provides prosperity. Frustrated and forlorn these individuals turn inward. They feel no sense of hope. The fear of failure looms large in the future of the persons who have given up on government.

Enter Michael Moore. This filmmaker and activist promises soup and noodles a plenty. All he asks for is a vote, not for him, but for we, the people. Yet, a movement away from soup kitchens and towards Top Ramen threatens the dominant, the determined, and the persons in power. The Michigan, Grand Old Party filed charges against Director Moore for bribery. Pasta is apparently quite the bounty. Republicans rant; Michael Moore illegally offered underwear in exchange for votes. Imagine, clothing that covers a bare behind is objectionable. Yet, cash that cloaks bankrupt businesses, which robbed from the impoverished is acceptable.

With a guaranteed government intervention, these virtual monopolies will steal from the masses again. Levies collected from the little people will protect conglomerates from the storm they themselves created. Yet, the powerless people will have to endure the tempest. Why might near half the American public not bother to register or vote? Pray tell. Perchance, average Americans have seen what occurs when someone such as Michael Moore stands up in support of justice for all.

Those who have the will and the way to undermine the endeavor of wrongdoer Moore have established the filmmaker is a villain, a desperado of sorts. This bandit with bandwidth works outside the law, or at least the restrictions imposed by the "right." Michael Moore has a criminal profile. His offense? Michael Moore works to inform the public. The documentary film movie producer wants the people, the average American, Anne, and Adam to cast an educated ballot. Mister Moore hopes people will choose for themselves who they wish to place in the White House.

That transgression is troublesome to those who wish to sustain the silence and retain the rule. The wealthy desire to deter the workers. Efforts to restrain the rants or rage from the common folk are rampant.

Michael Moore may not fight back with mechanized weapons; he offers words and invites your wisdom. Dearest prospective voter, please read on. Discover the purpose of the film Slackers Uprising. Consider the profit, the potential, and the power you have. Then, decide for yourself. Does Michael Moore buy your ballot or allow you to think and act as a citizen free to be an active, influential American.

Neither Moore nor Brave New Films will make any money from the film, which had a budget of over $2 million. "This is being done entirely as a gift to my fans," said Moore. "The only return any of us are hoping for is the largest turnout of young voters ever at the polls in November. I think 'Slacker Uprising' will inspire million to get off the couch and give voting a chance."
"Our mission here at Brave New Films is to get out a message of social justice," said Greenwald. "This year , that means getting people to take a close look at what's at stake in this incredibly important election. You can find literally no better storyteller in the world for that purpose than Michael Moore. Michael is a genius and an inspiration to people all over the country. This new movie is a gift to our country in this critical moment, and we're honored to be distributing it for free over the internet."

Dear reader, please view the video. Receive a free download in days. Without obligation, spread the word, or be a slacker if you choose. Michael Moore and this author will not file charges against you. We are with you. We share your aggravation. That is the reason Filmmaker Moore and the person who penned this prose hope to get out the vote. You, sweet seeker of knowledge are the change Michael Moore, New Brave Films, and I believe in.

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