The Superdelegate Showdown Might be Key to the Democratic Nomination
Both Clinton and Obama are fighting for support from this key group
Reader Comments
He's American! Good For him
I do not have much to say, but I felt it necessary to put in my two cents concerning Mr. Obama (considering that I will barely miss putting in my two cents in November). I have listened to all the comments concerning Obama's lack of experience, his Chicago "homies", his slip up with the 57 states of America, his pastor's opinions, and much more than worth repeating here. But do you know what I hear when I listen to all these comments? A normal American. Obama is not something fantastic, but neither are we. Why do we expect perfection when we cannot live up to that ourselves? We should judge Obama like we judge everyone else; is he a decent guy? Seems so. Is he intelligent? Better than most. Is he Honest? For a, politician--sure. He's made a few goof-ups sure, but no worse than the experienced people. I figure it's about time to let the new kid on the block have a chance at the wheel.
If Obama has just been thrown into the sea of politics; he's doggie-paddling (same as most of us would be). And I would prefer to have this country run by someone doing their own swimming.
To All Superdelegates
West Virginia just tried to send a loud and resounding message to the Democratic Party; we do not want Obama as the nominee. Obama and the party just shrug off the win as insignificant. The Democratic Party is not listening which begs one to ask why? What is the hidden agenda? Obama comes from a radical black theological church as witness by the tapes of Rev. Wright. His beliefs are the same as his pastor (even his pastor tried to tell the public this fact). This man will not unite this country. Obama will pull its guts apart and spread them across the nation, which should be clear to even to everyone by now. The Democratic Party has selected a man that does not even know how many states we have in the Union as witness by his 57 or 58 states with two to go comment. His Chicago criminal friends seem to be an asset to him rather than a disadvantage. Obama has money and “greed” will help him along this path. This vote obviously will come down to the Superdelegates. Are there any Superdelegates left with respect for America; a reverence for citizens who have given the ultimate of sacrifice “their lives” so that America will be the land of “freedom and choice”? This is not race issue; this is a man that should not be President of the United States because of his character.
Mother Day Reflection on Electon Campaign 2008.
Mother Day Reflection on Election Campaign 2008 :
Obama and Black supportors reminisced wrestlers whose matches are pre-arranged and play by hitting under the belt theatric causing economic downturn just to win. So, stop watching American games. Obama's white supportors are insulting their own race as incompetent and incapable of managing their own country . Whether Obama will be elected his "super delegates", who endorsed at other's expense, must be sentenced to live in Black neighborhoods for more than four years to find out what they are really like. The democratic governor of Oklahoma who had just endorsed Obama must be executed for causing their supernatural tornadoes. The communication media of the U. S. are circus clowns not worth commenting on because they have never given any honest election comments. Hillary Clinton, best American candidate in history, can be identified with a unspoiling mother who has wasted her own $10 mllion just to warn her stubborn and ignorance daughter not to date strangers in the street. American voters in general are "blind" to good judgement. Happy Mother Day!
The Democratic formula
The democratic formula for rigging this election has backfired. If Obama is the candidate I will vote republican and have talked to many others who feel the same way. What ever happened to the popular poll which tells what the American people really want? Better get it together before another 4 years and there is no Democratic party left.
Drip, Drip, Drip
I think that when dealing with a lot of us (the voting public); we for the most part form many of our impressions from sound bites, images, repetition of news headlines (which many times try to shape news), from the reinforcement of views from our peer groups, etc. – the simple headline or analysis (true or not) has the most impact. It’s the drip, drip, drip of the same types of headlines that form and shape the depth of gut feelings about a politician. Before Rev. Wright, Rezco, Ayers, Blackwell, sweetheart land deals, etc. Sen. Obama was somehow above our definition of a politician. But, drip, drip, drip, he is now a typical politician on a downward glide path for the general election.
Unfortunately for Sen. Obama, there remain many stories that have not been allowed to make their way into the general public’s awareness. Have you noticed that a few of the blogs that are trying to advance such stories (the coming drip, drip, drip) are starting to get a lot of internet traffic. One such site is http://larrysinclair0926.wordpress.com/ which went over 400,000 hits early in the evening on April 30th. The Larry Sinclair site primarily puts forth the accusation that in 1999, Sen. Obama and Mr. Sinclair shared crack cocaine and had gay sex. (Evidently, there were other gay lovers and damaging conduct.) Most people would dismiss this story as too far out there, but drip, drip, drip, and it becomes believable.
It has been my experience in trying to follow the Sinclair/Obama new story that many news and other organizations will not allow anything with Mr. Sinclair’s name to be posted in response to articles, etc. The more this happens, the more it reinforces the idea that the forces that be are not allowing the free expression of ideas on the internet. This is a troubling thought – the censorship of differing beliefs and opinions on the internet might also be a big news story. It seems that Google might be trying to limit access to postings (responding to mainstream articles) that contain Mr. Sinclair’s and Sen. Obama’s name together. Drip, drip, drip. The story will break into the main stream eventually and I would think the democrats would want it to come out sooner, rather than later so they can try to protect their down ballot choices.
Shameful Super Delegates
The best litmus test (a chemical COLOR test) for whether race was a
factor in deciding the votes for this Democratic primary especially
for those super delegates is:
To make it a requirement for all those White super delegates who
support Obama to live in a 95%+ Black neighborhoods/communities for at
least four years (the duration of a presidential term. This should
especially apply to some member of the Kennnedy family who strongly
support Obama. They must ride the public transportation buses to with
Black rider which is also good for the environmental and gasoline
prices for not driving. They must also have to and their children or
grandchildren to neighborhood schools and shop at their neighborhood
stores which also save gasoline. Which may not be a bad idea any way
because of many of those gracery stores were being pressured into
giving unfair and even illegal discounts at the store especially food
store which has driven up food prices. Much of the saving from unfair
merchandise discounts could also go into Obama's campaign finance
making such finances illegal. They have to attend neighborhood
churches and community activities. The main problem with the U. S.
is Americans are extremely selfish. Those who have very little or no
contact with African-Americans vote for Obama and related candidates
so no matter who got elected the racial when with living with Black
people will not affect them. This is the reason why many small states
with less then 5% Black population such as Maine had voted
overwhelmingly for Obama to let those big states who have more 20%
Black population facing the real racial problems. This also account
for the fact that many voter fors Obama are college graduate because
they in on the average have a higher income who can afford higher
priced housing very far away from poor black
neighborhoods/communities. Those selfishness had already cause of the
Civil War, when the northern states voted for freeing the slaves when
they had little or no Black population. Now, do those "super
delegates" really to destroy this country and the world?
Mrs Hillar Clinton for President
Experience in domestic and international affairs is important. Mrs. Clinton is equipped with the qualities of leadership to solve the economic problems facing the nation today. Taking care of the dwindling economy is important than any issue facing the country. Let the wisdom of our forefathers guide the present generation to elect a woman president. Please remember a simple fact a mother takes care of the family so can Mrs Clinton will take care of a proud nation of liberty. God bless America.
Copy of e-mail sent to Mike Esley, Governor of North Carolina:
This E-Mail is about Ethics of Elected Officials
One of the significant differences between Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton lies within the ethics of each candidate.
Barack Obama's book, "Dreams From My Father," gave me my first insight into his razor-sharp honesty; his courage to put it all out there with no sugar-coating to make himself appear better. That unfortunately rare quality guaranteed my support before considering his incredible leadership skills and other amazing credentials. His record is clean and admirable, so his opponents try to destroy him with the less clean records of people with whom he has crossed paths.
Hillary Clinton, on the other hand, is a documented liar wrapped in equally documented and unresolved scandals. She was fired from her job on the House Judiciary Committee during the Watergate Investigation because of she was an unethical, dishonest lawyer. That, in itself, is good enough reason why Hillary Clinton should not even be running in this race, let alone why she must never be president. Her integrity void is becoming deeper and deeper, as she and her campaign engage in the nasty politics of untrue diversions directed at an honest, decent man, Barack Obama, her opponent from her own party.
My question to you, Governor, is how do you stand tall and proud before your family and constituents when you completely disregard the importance of ethics by endorsing Hillary Clinton? You have taken the low road. Your endorsement makes it to clear to your constituents that you, yourself, do not have the integrity necessary for an elected governor.
This election and the United States are far too important for delegates to be swayed by loyalty or what fruits their endorsements might bring to them.
When does your term end, Governor? The people of North Carolina deserve a governor who possesses nothing less than the highest principals and integrity.
Just The Facts
DEBATE! DEBATE!! DEBATE!!!
It's time for everyone to face the truth. Barack Obama has no real chance of winning the national election in November at this time. His crushing defeat in Pennsylvania makes that fact crystal clear. His best, and only real chance of winning in November is on a ticket with Hillary Clinton as her VP.
Hillary Clinton seemed almost somber at her Pennsylvania victory speech. As if part of her was hoping Obama could have proved he had some chance of winning against the republican attack machine, and their unlimited money, and resources.
But it is absolutely essential that the democrats take back the Whitehouse in November. America, and the American people are in a very desperate condition now. And the whole World has been doing all that they can to help keep us propped up.
Hillary Clinton say's that the heat, and decisions in the Whitehouse are much tougher than the ones on the campaign trail. But I think Mr. Obama faces a test of whether he has what it takes to be a commander and chief by facing the difficult facts, and the truth before him. And by doing what is best for the American people by dropping out of the race, and offering his whole hearted assistance to Hillary Clinton to help her take back the Whitehouse for the American people, and the World.
Mr. Obama is a great speaker. And I am confident he can explain to the American people the need, and wisdom of such a personal sacrifice for them. It should be clear to everyone by now that Hillary Clinton is fighting her heart out for the American people. She has known for a long time that Mr. Obama can not win this November. You have to remember that the Clinton's have won the Whitehouse twice before. They know what it takes.
If Mr. Obama fails his test of commander and chief we can only hope that Hillary Clinton can continue her heroic fight for the American people. And that she prevails. She will need all the continual support and help we can give her. She may fight like a superhuman. But she is only human.
Sen. Hillary Clinton: "You know, more people have now voted for me than have voted for my opponent. In fact, I now have more votes than anybody has ever had in a primary contest for a nomination. And it's also clear that we've got nine more important contests to go."
Sincerely
Jacksmith... Working Class :-)
The right judgement
In 2002, Saddam Hussein provoked this nation in to war with just words - saying infamously this will be the "mother of all wars."
In 2008, Rev. Wright's words provoked many Americans in to categorical condemnation though some have softened a bit after a month of endless coverage.
In both cases, Obama showed an uncommon ability to judge intent, not just words. Against Saddam, Obama said "Now let me be clear, I suffer no illusions about Saddam Hussein. He is a brutal man. A ruthless man. A man who butchers his own people to secure his own power. He has repeatedly defied UN resolutions, thwarted UN inspection teams, developed chemical and biological weapons, and coveted nuclear capacity....But I also know that Saddam poses no imminent and direct threat to the United States, or to his neighbors, ...I know that an invasion of Iraq without a clear rationale and without strong international support will only fan the flames of the Middle East, and encourage the worst, rather than best, impulses of the Arab world, and strengthen the recruitment arm of al-Qaeda."
On Rev. Wright, Obama saw the big difference in intent between the first endlessly looped sermons and his re-justification of those inflammatory statements to the National Press Club. In the first case, Obama saw that Wright's words were in the context of a larger message about positive transformation to his own congregation. In the second case, he said that those same statements to a national audience gave "comfort to those who prey on hate."
Today we have more inflammatory leaders, Iran's Ahmadinajad of Iran, N. Korea's Kim Jong Il and even Russia's Putin who are all trying to provoke America in various ways. We need a leader who can judge intent before he commits the country to action or even categorical condemnation. It gives a chance for more sane action on all sides.
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