Clinton's Supporters Could be Key for McCain/Palin

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Sarah palin is an insult to women! Any Hillary supporter is more intelligent and is more interested in the issues. Having the same sex does not make the difference. This topic shows very clearly that McCain and Palin don't get it.
This election is too important for all US citizens to vote for a hockey mom. I keep hearing about the need for better education in the US and yet the Republican party has a president candidate who was the 5th lowest in his class and a vice president candidate who had to go to 6 colleges to get a degree in journalism.
I agree that the education system is in dire need if US citizens don't understand the difference.

donna K. McGee of MD 12:32PM September 09, 2008

This reason that Hillary remains silent is obvious, deep down in her heart she wants Obama to lose this election thus giving her another run in 2012. The Clintons’ are not good losers and they want the opportunity after the election to say to the DNC "I told you so" …..They both have said publically and in private that they do not believe Obama can beat McCain and that Hillary would have been a much tougher opponent. Also she was never ever considered for the Vice President which I personally think will cost Obama the election.

Tom Hedick of FL 5:07PM September 08, 2008

This is analysis? A series of "If . . . Then . . . " loops like this would cause any program to bog under the processing load of all of these conditional statements. A good rule of thumb in coding is also appropriate here: if you find yourself using so many "if/then" loops to control your processing flow, then you need to reset your assumptions.
You are the journalist: go through the polling data and tell us just where those former Clinton supporters are located; tell us which ones are still voting for McCain and draw some conclusions from what you learn - don't hem and haw.

Derrick Gibson of FL 1:51PM September 08, 2008

I'm glad the GOP finally came to their senses on one thing, at least. That women can lead a country. So for that I'm happy for Sarah.
That being said, the GOP also needs to learn that every attack on Sarah is not the equivalent of calling their mother a w****.
I'm not voting for Sarah because of her views on women's right to choose. Sarah can be assured that I will not judge her on her daughter or her personal life. That is maddening and I do think that Sarah is an honorable woman. The one thing I worry about is that the GOP will try to defend her without allowing her to speak freely. She will be ruling in a non-controlled environment, so I want to see how she responds under pressure.
I'm glad the GOP picked a "minority" for this reason: we can stop thinking of leaders as white men and start thinking of leaders based on their critical thinking skills. I look forward to the debates.

Mia of WI 12:22AM September 08, 2008

Kim of NY:It has been absolutely documented that Obama was born in the United States, in Hawaii. He was raised as a Christian by a single mother and his grandparents (all white Christians, not Muslim). He only met his African father once. His college professors at Harvard have confirmed Senator Obama is brilliant. He was chosen as President of the Harvard Law Review. He spent three years as a community organizer helping those less fortunate rather than taking a job on Wall Street. He worked ten years as a civil rights lawyer, and a professor of constitutional law. He was elected to the Illinois Senate where he served eight years, then elected to the U.S. Senate in 2004 where he has served three years (since January 2005). He spoke out early on against the Iraq war and has shown proven judgment and leadership consistently throughout his career. He has been a strong proponent for women's rights.
He has run a clean, grassroots supported campaign, refusing to take money from corporate lobbyists or PACs. Here are some of his legislative accomplishments.
Passed Senate
Jun 26, 2007 S.Con.Res. 25: A concurrent resolution condemning the recent violent actions of the Government of Zimbabwe against peaceful opposition party activists and members of civil society.
Passed Senate
Jun 24, 2008S.Res. 600: A resolution commemorating the 44th anniversary of the deaths of civil rights workers Andrew Goodman, James Chaney, and Michael Schwerner in Philadelphia, Mississippi, while working in the name of American democracy to register voters and secure civil rights during the summer of 1964, which has become known as "Freedom Summer".
Passed Senate
Jul 13, 2007S.Res. 268: A resolution designating July 12, 2007, as "National Summer Learning Day".
Passed Senate
Mar 28, 2007S.Res. 133: A resolution celebrating the life of Bishop Gilbert Earl Patterson.
Scheduled for Debate
Apr 24, 2008S. 2433: Global Poverty Act of 2007
Scheduled for Debate
Oct 4, 2007S. 453: Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2007
Introduced
Jul 29, 2008S. 3358: Improving Food-borne Illness Surveillance and Response Act of 2008
Introduced
Jun 17, 2008S. 3142: Preventing Stillbirth and SUID Act of 2008
Introduced
Jun 3, 2008S. 3077: Strengthening Transparency and Accountability in Federal Spending Act of 2008
Introduced
May 21, 2008S. 3047: Enhancing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education Act of 2008
Introduced
Dec 19, 2007S. 2519: Contracting and Tax Accountability Act of 2007
Introduced
Dec 6, 2007S. 2428: National STEM Scholarship Database Act
Introduced
Nov 16, 2007S. 2392: National STEM Scholarship Database Act
Introduced
Nov 13, 2007S. 2347: Prev ention Through Affordable Access Act
Introduced
Nov 8, 2007S. 2330: Veterans Homelessness Prevention Act
Introduced
Oct 24, 2007S. 2227: Success in the Middle Act of 2007
Introduced
Oct 24, 2007S. 2224: Nuclear Release Notice Act of 2007
Introduced
Oct 18, 2007S. 2202: Renewable Fuel Standard Extension Act of 2007
Introduced
Oct 4, 2007S. 2147: Security Contractor Accountability Act of 2007
Introduced
Oct 3, 2007S. 2132: A bill to prohibit the introduction or delivery f or introduction into interstate commerce of children's products that contain lead, and for other purposes.
Introduced
Sep 27, 2007S. 2111: Positive Behavior for Effective Schools Act
Introduced
Sep 18, 2007S. 2066: Back to School: Improving Standards for Nutrition and Physical Education in Schools Act of 2007
Introduced
Sep 12, 2007S. 2044: Independent Contractor Proper Classification Act of 2007
Introduced
Sep 6, 2007S. 2030: A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require reporting relating to bundled contributions made by persons other than registered lobbyists.
Introduced
Aug 3, 2007S. 1989: Pigford Claims Remedy Act of 2007
Introduced
Aug 2, 2007S. 1977: Nuclear Weapons Threat Reduction Act of 2007
Introduced
Jul 26, 2007S. 1885: Military Family Job Protection Act
Introduced
Jul 25, 2007S. 1873: Improving Emergency Medical Care and Response Act of 2007
Introduced
Jul 19, 2007S. 1824: Hospital Quality Report Card Act of 2007
Introduced
Jul 19, 2007S. 1818: Missing Mercury in Manufacturing Monitoring and Mitigation Act
Introduced
Jul 19, 2007S. 1817: A bill to ensure proper administration of the discharge of members of the Armed Forces for personality d isorder, and for other purposes.
Introduced
Jul 18, 2007S. 1811: Lead Poisoning Reduction Act of 2007
Introduced
Jul 16, 2007S. 1790: Communities of Color Teen Pregnancy Prevention Act of 2007
Introduced
Jun 27, 2007S. 1713: A bill to p rovide for the issuance of a commemorative postage stamp in honor of Rosa Parks.
Introduced
Jun 7, 2007S. 1574: Teaching Residency Act
Introduced
May 24, 2007S. 1513: Predominantly Black Institution Act of 2007
Introduced
May 17, 2007S. 1430: Iran Sanctions Enabling Act
Introduced
May 14, 2007S. 1389: Climate Change Education Act
Introduced
May 7, 2007S. 1324: National Low-Carbon Fuel Standard Act of 2007
Introduced
May 3, 2007S. 1306: Lead Free Toys Act of 2007</ TD>
Introduced
May 2, 2007S. 1271: Homecoming Enhancement Research and Oversight (HERO) Act
Introduced
Apr 25, 2007S. 1222: STOP FRAUD Act
Introduced
Apr 20, 2007S. 1181: Shareholder Vote on Executive Compensation Act
Introduced
Apr 18, 2007S. 1151: Health Care for Hybrids Act
Introduced
Apr 10, 2007S. 1084: Homes for Heroes Act of 2007
Introduced
Mar 29, 2007S. 1068: Healthy Communities Act of 2007
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Mar 29, 2007S. 1067: Healthy Places Act of 2007
Introduced
Mar 23, 2007S. 976: Genomics and Personalized Medicine Act of 2007
Introduced
Mar 15, 2007S. 906: Mercury Market Minimization Act of 2007
Introduced
Mar 8, 2007S. 823: Microbicide Development Act
Introduced
Mar 7, 2007S. 795: Citizenship Promotion Act of 2007
Introduced
Mar 6, 2007S. 768: Fuel Economy Reform Act
Introduced
Mar 6, 2007S. 767: Fuel Economy Reform Act
Introduced
Mar 1, 2007S. 737: Voter Advocate and Democracy Index Act of 2007
Introduced
Feb 28, 2007S. 713: Dignity for Wounded Warriors Act of 2007
Introduced
Feb 27, 2007S. 692: VA Hospital Quality Report Card Act of 2007
Introduced
Feb 16, 2007S. 674: Transparency and Accountability in Military and Security Contracting Act of 2007
Introduced
Jan 30, 2007S. 433: Iraq War De-Escalation Act of 2007
Introduced
Jan 4, 2007 S. 133: American Fuels Act of 2007
Introduced
Jan 4, 2007S. 117: Lane Evans Veterans Health and Benefits Improvement Act of 2007
Introduced
Jan 4, 2007S. 116: STEP UP ACT OF 2007
Introduced
Jan 4, 2007S. 115: Oil SENSE Act
Introduced
Jan 4, 2007S. 114: Innovation Districts for School Improvement Act
Introduced
Jul 29, 2008S.Con.Res. 96: A concurrent resolution commemorating Irena Sendler, a woman whose bravery saved the lives of thousands during the Holocaust and remembering her legacy of courage, selflessness, and hope.
Introduced
Sep 17, 2007S.Con.Res. 46: A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month.
Introduced
Sep 12, 2007S.Con.Res. 44: A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued honoring Rosa Louise McCauley Parks.
Introduced
Jan 31, 2007S.Con.Res. 5: A concurr ent resolution honoring the life of Percy Lavon Julian, a pioneer in the field of organic chemistry and the first and only African-American chemist to be inducted into the National Academy of Sciences.
Introduced
Nov 1, 2007S.J.Res. 23: A joint resolution clarifying that the use of force against Iran is not authorized by the Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against Iraq, any resolution previously adopted, or any other provision of law.
Introduced
Jul 25, 2008S.Res. 628: A r esolution expressing support for the designation of Disability Pride Day and recognizing that all people, including people living with disabilities, have the right, responsibility, and ability to be active, contributing members of society and fully engaged as citizens of the United States.
His most significant legislation was the Nuclear-Non-Proliferation Act, and the Ethics Reform Bill.

Sarah McDonald of 7:16PM September 07, 2008

McCain was a patriot! McCain is now a puppet for the corporate power and big oil that have taken over our government. It is exactly the hype of the media that has convinced people that Obama claims he is a messiah, when Obama has never proclaimed such nonsense. Obama's message is to ask people if they're willing to stand up for changing the status quo in Washington. That it is not about him, its about you. People across the country recognize his intelligence, and his integrity when they attend his town hall meetings and thats why tens of thousands attend his rallies. The man is genuine. The Media is driven by their corporate owners who shape everything you see and hear over the airwaves. Wake up!

Sarah McDonald of 7:11PM September 07, 2008

Obama said Friday "Maybe [I've] got Muslim connections"
Obama had apologized to two women who were barred from sitting behind the podium by campaign volunteers seeking to prevent the women's headscarves from appearing in photographs or on television with the candidate at a rally in Detroit in June.
Then he goes to ground zero to: 'put aside politics and come together - to honor the memory of those who died in the attacks.'
http://elections.foxnews.com/2008/09/06/mccain-camp-to-chastise-dems-for-discarding-american-flags/
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/08/06/AR2008080601081.html?nav=rss_politics
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/the-trail/2008/0906/obama_and_mccain_to_make_joint.html?hpid=topnews

of WA 5:34PM September 06, 2008

... seems if you are not a strident left of center liberal women the "Press" including the female press will look at you as if you were something stuck to their shoes...Palin has truly made an historical impact on... (as the "Press" thinks of us) ...we the great unwashed...they are petrified she will carry we Americans to a new centrist government...not catering to the left with our tax dollars...no more giveaways

Affirmative Action of OH 12:58AM September 06, 2008

None of these would have happened ... Had the democrats chosen Hillary as their nominee for president or had Obama chosen Hillary as his nominee for VP ...

of CA 3:05PM September 05, 2008

The real issue is not how well Obama or McCain might do in the closely divided battleground states, but that we shouldn't have battleground states and spectator states in the first place. Every vote in every state should be politically relevant in a presidential election. And, every vote should be equal. We should have a national popular vote for President in which the White House goes to the candidate who gets the most popular votes in all 50 states.
The National Popular Vote bill would guarantee the Presidency to the candidate who receives the most popular votes in all 50 states (and DC). The bill would take effect only when enacted, in identical form, by states possessing a majority of the electoral vote -- that is, enough electoral votes to elect a President (270 of 538). When the bill comes into effect, all the electoral votes from those states would be awarded to the presidential candidate who receives the most popular votes in all 50 states (and DC).
Because of state-by-state enacted rules for winner-take-all awarding of their electoral votes, recent candidates with limited funds have concentrated their attention on a handful of closely divided "battleground" states. In 2004 two-thirds of the visits and money were focused in just six states; 88% on 9 states, and 99% of the money went to just 16 states. Two-thirds of the states and people have been merely spectators to the presidential election.
Another shortcoming of the current system is that a candidate can win the Presidency without winning the most popular votes nationwide.
The National Popular Vote bill has passed 21 state legislative chambers, including one house in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, North Carolina, and Washington, and both houses in California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, Maryland, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The bill has been enacted by Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, and Maryland. These four states possess 50 electoral votes-- 19% of the 270 necessary to bring the law into effect.
See http://www.NationalPopularVote.com

susan of CA 3:04PM September 05, 2008