Times really haven't changed that much

We in America do not have government by the majority. We have government by the majority who participate. -Thomas Jefferson

As true today as it was back in the day. I hope that everyone votes in a few weeks here. I also hope that everyone takes enough of an interest in their local elections to learn enough about the candidates to make at least a quasi-informed decision. With so many seats up for grabs here, I am having trouble keeping up, but will take the opportunity of my day off today to do some research. So far I am leaning independant in most races. We shall see.

Pleasant Valley Sunday

Today we went to see the new Scorsese film The Departed. It was very good. right before we left for the theatre, we saw a review for it on TV where the guy said it had is three top movie annoyances: too long (2 1/2 hours), too much violence and too much swearing. At which point James and I looked at each other and said "that sounds like the requirements for a good movie in this house!" (Quentin Tarantino is in both of our top three favorite directors) And yes, there was A LOT of violence and swearing (mostly in the form of "fuck" and it's variations, which happens to be my favorite curse word.) A very good plot with dual moles in opposing organizations, and a couple of clever twists. Apparently it is based on a Hong Kong movie. James & I were wondering if maybe we needed to start watching more Hong Kong action flicks.

I had something else in mind to write about too, but I forgot what it was. I guess I'll post it when I remember what it is.