Presidential Debates from a Pop Culture Perspective

Now that we've all seen (or at least heard) the last of the presidential debates, what's our thoughts and reactions from a pop culture standpoint? Here's another question: has anyone noticed just how politically personal Twitter gets during these debates? I think it's outrageous. It seems like everyone and their brother turns into a politician while these events are aired. The problematic question that I keep thinking about is: 'Do these people even know what the hell they're talking about?' A harsh thought, but some of the things I've seen on Twitter about the debates make some of the smartest people I know sound ignorant, obtuse, and in some cases displaying a downright  refusal to see the different perspective to an argument. As Americans, I firmly believe that everyone is entitled to their opinion. People should be entitled to express their thoughts and beliefs about most things. But is it really the American way to reject something that they won't even take a chance on? Is it really the American way to absolutely refuse to stand in someone else's shoes, and see something a different way? I guess that's why I get so frustrated. I really wish people could see things in a different light, because I think that it's causing a disturbance within the realm of pop culture. One example I have is Mitt Romney's answer to a fair workplace; and how 'Binders of Women' were used to create an equal gender work environment. Personally, I think Romney adequately answered the question, but unfortunately the phrase 'Binders of Women' has been misconstrued so many times that it's cemented a negative image of Romney into Pop Culture. The same goes for Obama. Part of me thinks that Obama's never going to be remembered for any of his good work, but his 'Missing Birth Certificate' controversy. As a student in a pop culture class at Ball State University, I can't help wonder just as to why do these people even bother, when their posts and tweets reflect that they know so little? Looking back to analyze this, I can deduce that some people may just want attention, but maybe some people want to legitimately be heard. Another conclusion I've reached is that people love to see the hero's fall down. Sad, but true. All sorts of people spend millions upon millions of dollars weekly on gossip magazines, just to see the reputation of role models dissolve. Sad, but also true. Now just to clarify, this is not some kind of bashing of any political parties, because I think that both side's voters can and should be a little more respectful to the opposing parties. Is this blog going to change the world? Probably not. But if you get anything out of this, I would really encourage that you take the time to evaluate BOTH sides of any argument, including seeing it through your opponent's eyes. Let's stop being so judgmental and critical and start being more open. Seriously. I really don't want my generation to known as the "Talk-Political-Smack-Via-Social-Media-Pop-Culture". I challenge you, constant reader, to take something you really disagree on, and try to see the other side. In conclusion, let's have a good election. God bless America, and I approve this message.