reason wrote on January 19, 2008 10:13 AM: What I regret about these recent weeks of dirty politics, is that Barack Obama, through no fault of his own, has been painted, in lurid colors, by the Clinton's(cause let's face it, Bill is running with Hillary this time:)) into a person he is really not. It's obvious that many people didn't know about Obama before this election heated up.

I'm not trying to sway anyone's vote, because we are all going to vote the way according to our own reason. All these heated exchanges and bare naked attempts to appeal to each other's emotions for the benefit of our chosen candidate are not likely to change our minds. But with that said, and no matter if Hillary winds up destroying Barack, or if magically people wind up supporting him in wild numbers again, Barack Obama has honestly led a remarkable political life, and has largely worked toward helping the poor, fighting corporate power, and working to improve health care.

Now, you may be skeptical of that, given all the press coverage and rumors that have been floating around, but it really is true. Read Time Magazines article - http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1704117,00.html\

Time's article is clear and concise, but if you'd rather read just a listing of facts on Obama, read the Wikipedia Encyclopedia entry on him: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barack_Obama


Barack has lived a fairly noble life, as far as politicians go. So I just don't think its fair the way the media, and the Clinton's are trying destroying his image. he's lead a good life, and honestly believes in the idea that our government would better if we'd minimize bipartisanship polarization. He's one of our better politicians, and even if he doesn't win, he's still going to keep fighting for the common good.

LOL! wrote on January 18, 2008 09:55 AM: Andrew In Phoenix -

Sounds like your welfare check wasn't in yesterday's mail......LOL!!

douglas wrote on January 17, 2008 11:01 PM: people "put themselves down" by their choices in life.

blaming others, "the system", the neighbors down the block, the gubmit, some recession or corporate "cutback" for one's plight is chickensh*t.

take responsibility for one's own action and stop whimpering.

Andrew in Phoenix wrote on January 17, 2008 10:30 PM: To Puh-Leeze!!

I hope you and your family get hit by a drunk driver so I don't have to listen to your selfish comments putting other people down. I would love to pee on your parents' grave.

Dave wrote on January 17, 2008 06:57 PM: First, I love my fellow Americans, white, black,asian, and everything in between. Because despite our bickering, we are still the greatest nation alive. I say that not because of the historic moment we are in now, in an age where corporations dictate the largest, most important policies of our country. We are the greatest because of everything we have done. We taught the world how to be a civilized nation, and not just because of our constitution, but because of our civil rights movements too. Not just for African Americans, but for women, for the handicaped, for the sick, and more.

We have so much to be proud of, but unfortunately this is a dark time. It's dark because every time we some light to a brighter future, entrenched financial forces come to shut out our chances.

douglas wrote on January 17, 2008 05:55 PM: for events "beyond one's control", one buys insurance. one buys insurance to protect them from financial losses they cannot afford.

same as those who intentionally resided without insurance, below msl in louisiana. they elected to be self-insured.

citizens who intentionally choose to be self-insured have made a wager. they prefer to spend the equivalent of the insurance premiums on other things. that's their option.

after the fact losses should not be carried by other more frugal citizens. same as the 3 little pigs tale. should the pig who built the brick home subsidize the decision of the one who intentionally built the straw house ?

as to "corporate cutbacks", that goes with the job. who on earth [besides residents of cuba and north korea] expect [demand ?] that any jobs are permament ? want more job "security" ? become self-employed.

as to how much anyone "needs", that's for each citizen to determine. what's wrong with multiple jobs ? long hours too tough ? menial, low paying jobs too rough on the cuticles ?

meanwhile, those who think that health care, car payments, whatever, should be free for everyone, must step up to the plate and tithe their entire wealth to provide those benefits.

jeremy wrote on January 17, 2008 05:01 PM: All replies have sounded very selfish so far. These are very lousy responses. I learned a lot from Canadians. They were generally not so selfish as to say that someone did not deserve to see a doctor when they were sick. I talked with those in the upper tax bracket who complained about taxes but they always valued their Universal Health Care. So, what happens when you get cancer and get fired from your job because of corporate cut backs. What happens next. Oh yes, it was your fault for not working harder to make more money. The reality is that not everyone can make it financially no matter how hard they try. Luckily, my wife and I are covered and have no children. My mother is a pediatric nurse and has been for 20+ years. She is well educated and has served the same practice for 20 years. Now they are cutting back on her health care coverage. Answer me...how much education and dedication does one need in order to avoid loosing their coverage at some point in life? It could happen to YOU when you least expect it. So continue to support higher medical and medicine costs. But remember that things do happen in life beyond your control.

douglas wrote on January 17, 2008 01:18 PM: what exactly does jc/allah/buddha/etc. have to do with a citizen's lifestyle preferences ?

if i want a car with a 10 foot long hood, i need only work sufficient jobs to buy it. is it the neighbors' responsibility to make the payments ? why can't i attend enough schools, work enough jobs, save enough, to buy that car myself ?

if the poster suggest that some/any religion should bear the costs of another citizen's lifestyle choices, that's called charity. i believe that charity is voluntary. bravo/brava to that citizen who would tithe their entire income to support a less than frugal neighbor.

voluntary is the operative word.

Puh-Leeze!! wrote on January 17, 2008 01:13 PM: To Jeremy-

Sorry, don't want to support you and your 12 kids.
Not my problem if you dropped out of school, and now can only get a menial job that does not offer insurance.
Every person has the opportunity to further their education, thru grants and student loans. Thus, securing their future.
Stop looking for handouts from people who thought ahead, and considered the future for themselves and their children.
I work for my money. And trust me, I have no guilt over not supporting you and your rugrats. No, not at all....
I enjoy buying a new sports car every other year. I enjoy hiring someone to clean my house. I also enjoy going on lavish vacations.
Guilt over you not preparing for the future??? LOL!! Nope, not at all.

Puh-Leeze!! wrote on January 17, 2008 01:13 PM: To Jeremy-



Sorry, don't want to support you and your 12 kids.

Not my problem if you dropped out of school, and now can only get a menial job that does not offer insurance.

Every person has the opportunity to further their education, thru grants and student loans. Thus, securing their future.

Stop looking for handouts from people who thought ahead, and considered the future for themselves and their children.

I work for my money. And trust me, I have no guilt over not supporting you and your rugrats. No, not at all....

I enjoy buying a new sports car every other year. I enjoy hiring someone to clean my house. I also enjoy going on lavish vacations.

Guilt over you not preparing for the future??? LOL!! Nope, not at all.

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