Political Spotlight: Bobby Jindal

Whether you are a Dem or a Repub, liberal or conservative, socialist or a capitalist, you need to keep an eye on Bobby Jindal. He is a young, fresh face in the Republican party, and presently the Governor of Louisiana. Jindal could be considered a threat to the Dems in future presidential elections.

Jindal called Obama’s stimulus plan “irresponsible” and even turned down over $95 million that would have gone to pay for unemployment benefits. He has a back bone and is not afraid to say what he believes. Jindal was scheduled to speak at the Republican National Convention this past August, but cancelled his plans to focus on Gustav, the hurricane that was on its way to hitting his state. Yes, he sacrificed a huge political advancement to help his state.

Although I do not agree with many topics Jindal stands for, he does seem to be less of a politician and more of a real person. He could care less about what the press says about him, and cares more about helping his state. Jindal is currently the youngest governor in the country at 37 years old, and there is much more political career ahead of him.