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Re: Obama likes early voting results in N.C.

kenerika — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 17:47:35 -0400

But does he like what North Carolina women are saying about him?

North Carolina:

Martha Jenkins, North Carolina Women for McCain state chairwoman: “Barack Obama chose Joe Biden to make up for his own lack of foreign policy expertise. He has absolutely no reason to criticize McCain’s pick of Palin. Governor Palin is infinitely more qualified than Barack Obama.

“In running this ad, Obama is acknowledging that Governor Palin is an effective and a positive part of John McCain’s candidacy. Otherwise, why focus on her at all? Barack Obama is using this ad to divert attention from the fact that the American public is realizing that Obama is just as radical as his associates, and that he lacks the experience and judgment to be President of the United States.”

Re: Obama likes early voting results in N.C.

kandinsky — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:51:06 -0400

Bill Clinton urged voters to consider Four Points in choosing a President:

* Philosophy - Obama's organizing philosophy is that America works from the ground up, not from the top down.

* Policy - Obama's policy ideas on the economy, education, health care, and energy are right for America now.

* Decision - Obama has demonstrated superior decision-making skills, e.g., his choice of Biden for VP, and his careful informed response to the financial crisis.

* Execution - In organizing and conducting an historically successful election campaign, Obama has demonstrated key talents as an executive.

... Clinton asked people to present these four ideas to voters until Election Day.

Re: Obama trying to make N.C. blue

AwakeReader — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 15:23:33 -0400

North Carolina usually votes Republican for national offices.

Registered voters as of January

scharrison — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 09:41:55 -0400

Democratic= 2,511,446
Republican= 1,919,575
unaffiliated= 1,173,399

Which would lead any Democrat (or Republican, for that matter) to believe this state could go either way. And considering some of our history combined with these numbers:

black= 1,128,082
white= 4,279,493

for Barack Obama to pull 40-something percent (steadily) in polls is nothing short of astounding. He may not be able to swing this state, but his candidacy has forced many people to reexamine their preconceptions about race, and that's a good thing.

The Lie About "Democratic Control" of Congress these last 2 year

Real_Americans_Think — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 01:05:22 -0400

Right-wing posters continue to repeat the Rush/Rove/McCain/Palin talking point that there has been a so-called "do nothing" "Democratic" Congress these last two years, and that somehow the GOP failure to govern properly (e.g., war based on lies, exploding federal $407B deficit, ballooning $8.5T national debt, failing economy, etc.) is somehow the fault of Democrats. The Democrats have razor thin majorities in both houses of Congress. However, in the Senate, many actions require a supermajority of 60 votes in order to end debate. The Senate Republicans have fillibustered **90** (NINETY) times in these last two years, thereby blocking legislative initiatives and paralyzing Congress. The Democrats do not have enough votes to override Bush vetos. So, the GOP still controls the show by saying NO NO NO to any helpful changes. Thus, blame the GOP, not the Democrats, for this gridlock, and vote the incompetent liars out of office. Don't reward 8 years of GOP incompetence with another 4 years for the same party.

Re: Obama trying to make N.C. blue

goldenblade — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 00:24:11 -0400

What's with all the hate. We need Obama to turn this nation around and get us out of this crazy war which is draining away all our taxpayer dollars. Go Obama!

Re: Obama trying to make N.C. blue

tangoz — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 21:19:41 -0400

Gary Pierce a Democratic consultant and Jesse Helms hater says Obama will not win here.

Re: Obama trying to make N.C. blue

Right_is_Right — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 20:59:27 -0400

Many polls are showing McCain with a 15-20 point lead in North Carolina. Obama would be crazy to stay here. Besides, I don't want to see anymore of those boneheaded "HOPE" posters downtown anymore. Makes having to go to work even worse. If you don't have all the HOPE you need in Jesus, this election is the least of your problems.

Re: Obama trying to make N.C. blue

SubwayScoundrel — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:17:10 -0400

I do think McCain is different but the same GOP lobbyist will be right in place to drive him just like they have with the Bush Adm. the last 8 years. No need to leave town or create new relationships. Stay at the same desk. At least with Obama in the WH, it will throw a roadblock in the road for the lobbyist and the money train that runs the special interest that controls at that level. Not sure how long the break will last with Obama but at least it causes a break in the continuity of money and influence flowing through the White House.

Re: Obama trying to make N.C. blue

bgarver — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 17:59:19 -0400

A McCain administration will be completely different from a Bush White House. It is complete bull to say that a McCain win will be Bush's 3rd. And, by the way, who has had complete control of the Congress for the past 2 years? Are things any better since Pelosi et al have been in charge? Any educated person knows that the president is basically a figurehead and that the main damage comes from the legislative branch.

Re: Obama trying to make N.C. blue

dieter — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 17:34:09 -0400

we should be Red in the face if we vote for 4 more years of Bush policies

Re: Obama trying to make N.C. blue

sweetsea — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:38:21 -0400

The Tar Heel state is not that crazy yet. Go McCain.

Re: Obama trying to make N.C. blue

bgarver — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:37:49 -0400

This country will definitely be blue if this unqualified man gets elected.

Re: Obama's Georgia staff moves to N.C.

albhood — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 00:13:08 -0400

Both campaigns got what they wanted out of their conventions...people forget that before the Republican convention, Obama had a huge national lead, and before the Democratic convention it was just as tight as it is now. So, basically, both didn't mess up in their conventions.

Frankly, I wonder how accurate polling is these days more and more...seriously, how many people answer these random phone calls by pollsters? How many people have unlisted numbers or use their cell phone as their primary phone, which people can't reach?

These polls also don't take into account younger voters (which it is documented they are coming out stronger than in any prior election)...still, you can't blame Obama for not concentrating as hard in NC when no poll comes out with him ahead...and McCain hasn't bothered to campaign in the state yet.

Re: Obama's Georgia staff moves to N.C.

FFC1304 — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 17:36:05 -0400

Meanwhile, McCain SURGES ahead 58% to 38% in NC today!!! and WTVD
abc11.com the daily poll has McCain at 83% ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !