An Auspicious Beginning
Bob McDowell |
The results of our past election seem to already be having some fall-out on the management of several other nations in the World, both friendly and not so friendly. Since the USA is arguably the most powerful, financially if not militarily, what we do has an effect on the rest of the world. It is very important that we have our ‘act in order’ to set the example of how things should be done. It has been 28 years since Reagan left office, and things have deteriorated substantially, both in the US and in the Middle East.
We have a new Trump administration preparing to take over on January 20. Donald Trump has been more energetic, and seemingly thorough in evaluating candidates to join his staff and Cabinet positions. Some announced candidates give me reason to feel confident that the next four years will see some substantial changes for the better in both the operation and size of the Federal Government. After all, the leaders of other nations will respect those who act with confidence, assuredly, and dependability.
Further, the leaders of Islamic ruled nations really have little to no respect for females. Under a Clinton administration, Islamic leaders would have done whatever they wish regardless of what is ‘right’, honest, or truthful. It is in their "law" (Sharia) which they obey.
Last month, it was refreshing to hear President Elect Trump was making remarks about the "excessive" cost of new B-747s on order to be used as "Air Force 1". It has been my understanding that there were four existing 747 planes equipped to be used and that the call sign ‘Air Force 1' was only used if the President was aboard. Also, if the Vice-President is alone aboard one in use becomes "Air Force 2" and policy dictates that there will NEVER be a time when both of them will be aboard the same plane.
That is an indication that maybe the future Government purchasing agents will actually ‘negotiate’ prices for items to be purchased. It has for far too long been the practice to just order items and accept whatever the vendor chooses to charge especially if there is a cozy relationship between the individuals making the deal. Hopefully, and to be expected, the new administration will be more businesslike in dealing with all vendors and thus vastly reduce needed budgets and the need for more taxes. For far too long the attitude is to demand ‘more and more’ without regard to the cost and ballooning size of government personnel. As a successful businessman, Trump hopefully will demand government buyers achieve greatly reduced acquisitions.
Also, the actual, i.e., real, number of government employees has not come to my attention. I believe that there is no one person who has even a definitive clue as to an actual census of Federal employees at all levels of government. It we don’t know how many, how can they be logically, sensible, or honestly managed? It seems certain that there are substantial numbers doing nothing but collecting a salary and benefits and building cushy retirements.
I do not seek an administration position, but would consider the position as Secretary of Energy with the primary goal to "terminate all, sell the furniture, shut and lock the doors, and turn in the keys". Even at my senior age, that is a job I would tackle with vigor and determination!
In any event, it seems that the future is much brighter than it seemed one year ago. I hope that the benefits of the improved changes by the new Trump administration are felt by all reading my concerns for our nation.
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Robert "Bob" McDowell, Jr. is a retired Professional Engineer and Geologist with over 50 years experience in creating drilling prospects, supervising drilling, well completion, production operation, and pipeline design for oil and gas including repair of problem wells. McDowell is a conservative activist and member of the Oklahoma Republican Assembly. He Contributes opinion and commentary articles to the ARRA News Service.
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