Circle of Protection

      The Circle of Protection is a group working towards the needs of the poorest and the most vulnerable. They asked both President Obama and Governor Romney how they plan to help and protect these people. Their response videos made it clear that they are both in full support of the Circle of Protection and are going to work to help the less fortunate. President Obama feels that it is his responsiblility as both the president and a human being, to help the most vulnerable. He feels that each person should have the right to a stable job, with fair wages, the chance to buy a home, healthcare for everyone, and opportunity to have retirement even if you are not the richest. He feels that we can pay down our debt in a balanced and responsible way, but we can not ask the poor, sick or disabled to sacrifice more then they already have. President Obama stated that he knows that every tax dollar isn't spent the best way and the government can not fix every problem, but it is our responsibility as a country to look out for those around us, because that is the true protection.
    Governor Romney begins by thanking those who are already helping the less fortunate. He mentions that at this time in recent history, it is most important that we help those around us. He states several record breaking statistics and mentions that every one in every six Americans are in poverty. He believes that we can and do better by restoring the economy and reducing the debt. By doing this we have the resources to help our "brothers and sisters." He explains his five part job to help the economy and provide jobs. He intends to make budget cuts. His goal is to have more people on the payroll and less on welfare bowls. Governor Romney promises to support the Circles for Protection.
    After viewing both President Obama and Governor Romney's video responses, I can see both strengths and weaknesses of each. I feel that Governor Romney's response feels more appealing because he states a specific plan to help the economy, and when the economy is successful there are less in poverty and we are able to help those who are still in need effectively.