The Obama Delusion

Don't they all have shallow campaign slogans? I have voted republican my entire life, (yes I am white-american). For the first time I am considering voting Democratic and it wouldn't be for Hillary or McCain. Why - because the Republicans have squandered a golden opportunity, Hillary would have a co-presidency with Bill and McCain (and his wife) would be more of the same. Even us white guys are tired of old white guys!

I agree with Horton. I'm someone who was a republican until Bush, But now I've come to realize that skilled presidents are not defined by their parties, as Reagan and JFK were BOTH great leaders. While I do believe Obamas 'platitudes', and what a sad state of affairs it is when a man comes under fire for optimism, we really have no better options. New blood, the Socialist, or the possibly-senile warmonger? the choice is obvious.

I find it so ironic that people supposed reporters can write this tripe. Look at Obama's legislative record-yes you will have to look at his time in the Illinois Senate as well. You will see a man active in creating change. Compared to Clinton's naming of post offices, he has introduced and sponsored many bills to do just that.
I really don't know what Clinton's stand on things is other than her votes. Do your research.
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You are totally missing the point, as is Clinton and McCain. Clinton and McCain want us all to believe that they will be voted into office and they'll "take care of all our problems" or the vast majority of them. Obama makes no such claims. In fact, during his victory speech on Super Tuesday, he clearly stated that tough times and tough decisions lie ahead. He isn't offering to make everything all better with no sacrifice on our part, in fact he has clearly stated on MANY occasions that shared sacrifice will be necessary. What Obama brings that the old guard wants to ignore, is the inspiration to do this together.

Don't they all have shallow campaign slogans? I have voted republican my entire life, (yes I am white-american). For the first time I am considering voting Democratic and it wouldn't be for Hillary or McCain. Why - because the Republicans have squandered a golden opportunity, Hillary would have a co-presidency with Bill and McCain (and his wife) to me respresent the Elite!

It's not that he has some amazing new ideas that no one has ever thought of - that's not his basis for change. His basis for change is that he actually has the ability to get them done - actually doing what everyone else has been talking about for so long is exactly how he's going to change the state of our politics.

Dick Morris was a guest on Sean Hannity's radio show yesterday. He wants Sean to encourage his Republican listeners to vote in the Texas open primary and again to caucas for Obama. Apparently you can vote twice. Reason being was that McCain could beat Obama but not Hillary in the general election, so they want Obama to win. He was dead serious. Check it out for yourselves.

We need to get Obama to outline the steps he would take to get his proposals through congress. Any suggestions as to how we convince him we need to have more that just proposals

I'm worried. Is the Newsweek editor OK? Is he sick, or is his child sick? Did he lose a family member? All I know is he must be out of the office for a good reason. There's no other explanation for this piece appearing on the web. This is the first article I've read on Newsweek (and I read it daily) that questions Obama's rhetoric.

Please tell me the editor's OK. Next thing you know I'll be reading an article about Hillary that doesn't question her integrity, motives or abilities. Mr. Editor. . .Please get well soon. I don't want to read a pro-Hillary piece here or anywhere else. I really don't think I could take it.

Seriously...I AM an Obama supporter. But I have to be honest; this magazine promotes Obama as shamelessly as Fox News promoted Rudy G. Despite the fact that I am in favor of your chosen candidate, I cannot condone your actions. The media didn't used to be like this. It used to be that newspapers, magazines and such, you know, REPORTED news. Why the switch? Is there some sort of manufacturer's tax exemption you're trying to qualify for?

Anyway. . .Good work Mr. Samuelson. You got one by the Newsweek spin doctors. I can only assume you have a a better job lined up already. If not, shame on you for risking your family's security on a piece that's a clear example of "too little too late".

Evidently the Bush administration took Barack up on one of his plans. Jan 29, 2008 a Predator launched a missile inside Pakistan, killing the #2 Al-Quada leader. This was done without prior consultation with the Pakistani government. Just a thought.

We need to get Obama to outline the steps he would take to get his proposals through congress. Any suggestions as to how we convince him we need to have more that just proposals

How much are the Clintons paying you? How is Obama supposed to engage in the nation's major problems, when, so far, he is not in a position to do so! All any of the candidates can do is talk until they are in office. So, why should Obama be criticized for being an eloquent orator?

We have to start somewhere, though, and Obama appears to be the best prospect for that. The way this country runs, it will take time, but what's the alternative? 100-year war? Bill Clinton will not be able to control himself if his wife gets elected. It will be a Billary white house if she (they) wins. Obama is the only chance we have for change.

I am a lifelong Democrat, having voted for only Republican in my life: Ronald Reagan. Our country is at a crossroad in its history facing the challenges of those abroad who wish only harm to the United States; an economy that is floundering under debt and entitlement; a two-tired health care network based on insured vs. uninsured; and an ever-increasing dependnence for fuel on countries that sponsor terrorism. Two of the three candidates for President with a significant level of support appear to have the experience and plans to make some progress in the struggles that we face. The other candidate only offers rhetoric that makes us feel good. When challenged on his use of words, he could only use someone else's words without giving the author proper credit.

I was pleased to vote for Senator Clinton in the primary contest and it would now appear as though I, like other Reagan Democrats that I have spoken with, will be supporting Senator McCain this November.