Neither Good or Bad, But Thinking Makes It So (Part 2)

As I wrapped up my final moments at Georgetown University, I couldn't help but reflect on my time here like a bad blogging cliche. Looking back, I've done quite a bit but still not enough.

First off, I actually held a job with real responsibilities such as helping kill the House Dem's healthcare plan and character assassination (deserved assassination for lying about their organization's members) of other groups. I enjoyed my time working at NFIB. The people were really nice, especially the dynamic duo (NFIB equivalent of Abbot and Costello) that I worked for. The internship gave me a really nice insight into how are government works, specifically the House and Senate.

The House functions as follows: the majority essentially passes legislation that is so blatantly horrendous that one can only imagine how these people were ever put in charge of anything. In contrast, the minority whines and moans about how bad said legislation is and accuses the majority of kicking sand in its face while offering no ideas of its own. The Senate is a different beast entirely. At least, the Senate can move efficiently and pretend to be bipartisan better than the House. Anyway, the Dems have the summer to be raked over the coals by their constituents.

Anyway, I ended my internship the same way I started by watching a Congressional hearing and realizing that maybe we need a third party in this country (similar to how Chavez won the Venezuelan presidency). We all had a nice lunch at an Italian place near the Metro center and talked.

As much as I would love to delve into politics, this blog is about travel. Unless I'm referring to another country's politics in a historical or social context. I'm not interested in some loonies (from both sides arguing on this blog ( As if anyone besides family reads this.).)

All in all, I had a very good time here. If I can manage it, I might actually apply again next year for the ICPES program since that seems to be closer to my personal interests.

PS
By the way, I recommend playing the NFIB YEF game, Johnny Money. The game is very similar to Hot Dog Stand from nearly a decade ago.

Onwards and Upwards, Gentlemen

Travel Update:
From August 10 to August 19, I will be traveling to Boston and New York City with my friend, Mark Guillaudeu (assuming we get the tickets.).

Here's the brief and rough itinerary:

August 10-14
Depart DC and arrive at NYC to catch a bus to Boston. Stay at someone's house via couchsurfing website.

August 14-19
Depart Boston and arrive at NYC. Enjoy NYC Fringe Festival and Shakespeare in the Park. Indulge in shopping as funds allow. Return to DC.

Neither Good or Bad, But Thinking Makes It So

I'm starting think that I might need to take a break from political science books, pop culture, theater, and literature. A majority of my blog posts have either been inspired by move lines or quotations from plays.

Anyway, I'm nearing the end of my time here at Georgetown University and I thought I would reflect back on my time here.

Needless to say, I have actually enjoyed my summer here in DC. I've had a chance to run into some old friends and do things I haven't done before or recently. Despite what I've said, I actually enjoyed my classes.
On the one hand, the Power and Values class actually made me think a little bit more about what I believe and what I consider to be moral choices. I really think that I may actually be a little bit closer to finally defining who I am (or at least more willing to use non ambiguous adjectives and concrete descriptions.)

My internship seminar class was kinda of a bust but at least I got to meet some interesting people. However, the other parts (Professional Development Series, Site Briefs, lunch) were rather informative and at least were pretty cool (although I wish we got tours with the site briefs). In fact, I might actually consider taking the foreign service exam. I've always had in interest in International Relations and working for the State Dept might be a chance for me to find out (albeit, an internship might be more likely given the economy and the government enjoyment of cutting State's budget for no good reason.)

I'll admit that I was a skeptic of the Business, Government, and Public Policy class. However, the professor did make some good points about how government interference can lead to messing up the marketplace. Apparently, the law of unintended consequences applies greatly in regulations and legislation.

Anyway, I'm happy that I was accepted to TFAS. I might consider applying next year for the ICPES program to finish rounding out my education. Plus, I'll be 21 and able to take advantage of Happy Hour!!