Name something that Hillary has done? She wants to exit a war that she voted for, without providing any pullout plan, nor has she done anything for the state of New York. She is a old time Carpetbagger going to where ever she can to get votes.
Name something that Hillary has done? She wants to exit a war that she voted for, without providing any pullout plan, nor has she done anything for the state of New York. She is a old time Carpetbagger going to where ever she can to get votes.
When phillipj talks of Obama just saying what people want to hear. He fails to remember Good Ole Bill and his campaigning . Many people don't mention how Bill Clinton sent thousands of jobs to mexico with his NAFTA agreement.
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What is wrong with this world? Is everyone blind? Oboma is a pathetic liar, he claims his black side but doesn't claim his white side, he is 50 percent white and 50 black so that means me is mixed. How can you vote for a man who does not even know who he is? Also who cares if he goes to church, I was raised in the church and see tons of people leaving church and smoking crack and beating thier wives and children. Wake up America! H.C for president!
I just hope that people voting for Obama in the Afro American states are voting for what ever it is he promises instead of the color issue. Hillary is more experieneced. I am a Rep. so it doesnt reflect that I am being prejudicial.
I don't get it.
Obama is a FANTASTIC SPEAKER! But, we need more than that for a President. We need someone who is experienced in communicating with other World leaders, someone who has strong relationships with other leaders in the US, someone who has seen and done more. I don't have a clue where Obama stands on a lot of the issues, abortion rights being one of them. Even his website does not address issues the way Hillary's does- clear and straightforward. Obama also touts that he voted against the war- well, he actually didnt because he was not in the Senate at that time, when the "evidence" (a.k. lie), was introduced. So, he can say it all he wants, who knows how he really would have voted? Probably "present" which has been his "cop out" over 60 times since he was elected.
It seems that the media is really controlling the way people are voting, which is so sad. Why aren't people looking at voting records? I don't want a President with no experience and wishy-washy voting
I totally agree. I don't get it either. He is a fantastic speaker. He's very inspiring. I was originally an Edward supporter, and when he dropped out, I felt as deflated as he did. I went to both Hillary's and Obama's websites and I read their issues and I read them again, and again. I did my homework, which most people in this country don't do. They decide on a candidate based on something completely arbitrary, like deciding they're not going to vote for Obama because his middle name is Hussein. Come on! That means nothing! That does not make him a terrorist. But I digress. My point is, people choose a candidate to support based on the weather instead of coming up with informed opinions by researching the issues and the candidates. People are sold hook, line and sinker on Obama because he's such a great speaker. But do your homework and research the issues. I don't see where he has a solid plan. He has lots of great ideas, but no firm explanation as to how to put those plans in place. And the media truly are controlling the people. The media is run by the right wing. They want Obama to win because they know he doesn't stand a chance against McCain and we end up with 4 more years of a Republican president. The media know that the people will fall for whatever they say, so if they Obama's great, the people will buy it. Really sad that people are allowing themselves to be manipulated by the media.
And I'm so sick of Obama's attack that Hillary voted for the Iraq war! Who cares??!! She made the right decision at the time based on misleading evidence. Bush had everyone believing Iraq had WMD. Any one of us, if we were politicians, would have voted the same given that evidence. Once we all reaized that Bush misled us, people apologized for voting for it and admitted it as a mistake. End of story. Let it go. Move on.
Legislative Experience:
Senator Clinton has served only 6yrs and another year campaigning. She has authored and passed into law 20 pieces of legislation. These bills can be found on the website of the Library of Congress (www.thomas.loc.gov).
1. Establish the Kate Mullany National Historic Site.
2. Support the goals and ideals of Better Hearing and Speech Month.
3. Recognize the Ellis Island Medal of Honor.
4. Name courthouse after Thurgood Marshall.
5. Name courthouse after James L. Watson.
6. Name post office after Jonn A. O'Shea.
7. Designate Aug. 7, 2003, as National Purple Heart Recognition Day.
8. Support the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.
9. Honor the life and legacy of Alexander Hamilton on the bicentennial of his death.
10. Congratulate the Syracuse Univ. Orange Men's Lacrosse Team on winning the championship.
11. Congratulate the Le Moyne College Dolphins Men's Lacrosse Team on winning the championship.
12. Establish the 225th Anniversary of the American Revolution Commemorative Program.
13. Name post office after Sergeant Riayan A. Tejeda.
14. Honor Shirley Chisholm for her service to the nation and express condolences on her death.
15. Honor John J. Downing, Brian Fahey, and Harry Ford, firefighters who lost their lives on duty. Only five of Clinton's bills are, more substantive. 16. Extend period of unemployment assistance to victims of 9/11.
17. Pay for city projects in response to 9/11
18. Assist landmine victims in other countries.
19. Assist family caregivers in accessing affordable respite care.
20. Designate part of the National Forest System in Puerto Rico as protected in the wilderness preservation system.
Sen. Obama's categorized list:
During the first 8 eight years of his elected service he sponsored over 820 bills. He introduced:
233 regarding healthcare reform,
125 on poverty and public assistance,
112 crime fighting bills,
97 economic bills,
60 human rights and anti-discrimination bills,
21 ethics reform bills,
15 gun control,
6 veterans affairs and many others.
In his first year in the U.S. Senate, he authored 152 bills and co-sponsored another 427. These included:
1. The Coburn-Obama Government Transparency Act of 2006 (became law)
2. The Lugar-Obama Nuclear Non-proliferation and Conventional Weapons Threat Reduction Act, (became law)
3. The Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act, passed the Senate
4. The 2007 Government Ethics Bill, (became law)
5. The Protection Against Excessive Executive Compensation Bill, (In committee), and many more.
Clinton claims to have so "many good ideas and opprtuntites for America but in the seven years she has been in office she has only dealt with nickle and dimes issues. She has been trying for fifteen years, as the first lady and as a member of the Senate, to get her health plan passed but has failed to get support fromeither side of the house.
I do not want to relive the Clinton circus although I voted for him twice. The Republicans will not let her govern, and we will be lleft with a divisive situation. I think with Obama we have a better chance to unite the country, and he does not have so many favors to pay back, which is why I voted for him in the primary and am encouraging others to do the same.
I have been a Republican since I was old enough to vote. I have voted for the Republican candidate in every Presidential election since I was 18 years old. Given a choice of McCain, Clinton, or Obama, I would vote for Obama over McCain and vote twice for McCain over Clinton.
AMEN!!! The very people who complain about anti blacks and women haters are the very ones who are voting for their candidates for that very reason. Why not vote for the best person for the job. ignore the gender and race... that means you guys on the left too!
i agree we dont need need to focus on the future right now...we need to focus on whats happeneing now because if we dont we wont have a future! we dont need obama in the white house! he isnt ready for one and honestly i think he knows what people want to hear and now is using that for his wins. change he says. he hasnt done one damn thing! how about name an accomplishment he's done. I dont need him to prove it if he becomes president. if he even can. we dont need to take that chance! thats why obama will not get my vote and theres nothing he can do to change that. I want someone in the white house that CAN and WILL! make a change for today and tomorrow. We need hillary!!!
We don't need to focus on the future?
That's one of the reasons why I'm doing my best not to vote Republican this time around.
Much has been made about Obama speaking out against the war in 2002. Unfortunately, he was not a part of the process at the time. He was not yet a US senator and did not have a vote; hence, he was a mere pundit. Hillary gave a speech in the senate explaining her rational for her vote the text of which can be found on her senate web sight. Given that most people had no reason to doubt the validity of the CIA IRAQ mass destruction weapons evidence, I found her vote rationale to be very sound post 9/11. My only criticism being that she trusted Bush to use the authority wisely. Unforunately, he wa only in office 2 years at the time and provided little insight into his ineptitude.
Nobody in the history of the United States of America has ever approached campaining for the office of POTUSA as though they had already paid the price of admission and were entitled to the office in quite the same way Hillary has. What's going on? Two terms of Bill, two terms for Hillary and by then Chelsea will be old enough.
Everyone wants to be on the winning team. Obama is waving the "change " flag high. Just how is he going to make all these changes that he is promising without experience? Why are folks believing his every word. What are they going on? He has a "dream". Where have we heard that before? Sounds like he is a follower not a leader. Hillary has experience.She wants to help everyone of all race.
If we elect Obama we will have once again fallen for a well oiled marketing machine, except this time it's not Republican. He is playing & preying on out fears of the republicans. We are being told that voting for him is the smart thing to do because the Republican with dump a truck load of stuff on Her! So we out of fear should vote for him. What are his accomplishments , why should he be president ? Because he can speak well & is a MLK wannabe ?
Come Nov if it's between Mc Cann & Obama , I'm going for McCann. I'm a democrat but I can't see this demagogue as the next President!
TerrieBari....Are you kidding? You sound like a campaign worker for Hillary. When it comes to communicating, Obama is well known to be a great communicator and consensus builder. This has been acknowledged by both Republicans and Democrats, which is exactly the type of person you want communicatinbg with leaders of the world as opposed to someone who is as polarizing as Mrs. Clinton. To a man or woman people either love her or hate her (ala George Bush) not the attributes you want in a the leader of the free world. Finally Obama never touted that he voted against the war! He has factually stated that he was publicly against the war from the beginning, big difference. Get your facts and opinions straight next time before you spout them like a Hillary robot.
I contend that the media does a great disservice to the American people. They conduct exit poles which
may or may not be valid and then project winners. I feel that many times voters for the opposing side
become demoralized when they hear that their candidate is going to lose. I know personally I would
not tell anyone how I voted or was going to vote in a pole. They don't have voting in front of the polling
place they have it in a private area of a room. So I question the accuracy of these poles. I definitely know that if early exit poles showed my candidate could not possibly win, I might well not vote at all. Maybe I am foolish but then I don't go and wait in line to buy tickets to a concert that is sold out either.
It's very sad that this coutry will elect the next President based on race alone and not merit or accomplishments. I truly have to wonder, if Obama was exactly as he is now except if he were WHITE, I wonder if he would have the same following he has now. Only then would people see that he has nothing to show for himself but empty promises based on hope, not proof.
It's amazing how these past presidents and current candidates have ALL this experience and this country is still in shambles. I think I'm willing to take my chances on someone new. The problem in this country is that we have no hope. Obama has brought that spark back. I'm definitely a supporter. I mean, what exactly has changed for the better? It's 2008 and racism is as bad as it's ever been. Our war vets still get the worse treatment when they come home. The education system is worse than ever and the unemployment rate continues to creep higher and higher. Who's watch did all this occur on? it certainly wasn't Obama's, In fact, Obama has brought prosperity back to the state of Illinois. They have one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country, racial tensions are not as high and the crime has been reduced significantly. Now, that's all the proof I need that Obama just might be the man for the job. Let's look past color and take a glimpse at change. Go OBAMA 08!!!!
My vote goes to Barack Obama he is fresh and I believe he wants to make a difference. He knows he will be held accountable. Look at our country today folks it's not good. We need to stand up for CHANGE right now. As I do admire what Clinton feels she can bring to the table. I don't want the risk I will vote for change and that's Obama. We have a lot to lose here. If Hillary won the repubicians will eat her up. Look at the polls it is clear that if Obama wins the nomination he will defeat McCain. Let's unite as brother's and sister's and rally behind him, if not we will pay the consquences when McCain wins the white house.
Race or sex , democrates or republicans is not what's important. Listen to the message the canidates are giving and even if you have to close your eyes and listen ... you will pick the best one. I have listened to all of them and frankly... if you are a democrate and you've heard one of Obama's speeches... you will want to vote for him but if you need to listen with you ears and heart (not your eyes) or you will miss something wonderful. I hate that the media is stressing race and sex. I don't care. It's time for people to stop pointing out AA accomplishments they are just as smart and hard working as everyone else.
i agree we dont need need to focus on the future right now...we need to focus on whats happeneing now because if we dont we wont have a future! we dont need obama in the white house! he isnt ready for one and honestly i think he knows what people want to hear and now is using that for his wins. change he says. he hasnt done one damn thing! how about name an accomplishment he's done. I dont need him to prove it if he becomes president. if he even can. we dont need to take that chance! thats why obama will not get my vote and theres nothing he can do to change that. I want someone in the white house that CAN and WILL! make a change for today and tomorrow. We need hillary!!!
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