Barack Obama Elected President of the USA!

Puck · The Texan Joined: 05 Jan 2004 Posts: 5596

Well I think it's early, but the media has already chosen the top contenders for us to choose from, so I guess we can start a sticky topic for anything having to do with the 2008 Presidential Election. News, comments, rants (nothing that violates rules of course...) all go here.

I'll start by saying I really do not like any of the choices that Democrats are putting up (don't act so surprised). I also don't like any of the Republican candidates. I know that we still have a long way to go though...so maybe something will happen that will make me a bit more happy. I doubt it though.

Republican_Man · **Sun May 27, 2007 1:39 pm**

Tancredo's my number one choice, but he doesn't have a prayer, therefore...Giuliani all the way!

Kyle Reese · **Sun May 27, 2007 6:11 pm**

Mitt Romney's my man right now. Second choice would be Tancredo.

CJ Cregg · Commodore Joined: 05 Oct 2002 Posts: 1254

Hillary! or Mayor Bloomberg!

Arellia · **Sun May 27, 2007 6:47 pm**

Why on earth Hilary? I'm an Obama fan, big time.

Republican_Man · **Sun May 27, 2007 6:49 pm**

Arellia · **Sun May 27, 2007 7:01 pm**

I think he has some sound ideas. He's got a plan for ending the war, security measures (securing water sources) that I find prudent, I believe he's honest, he's new to the political realm (Which HAS to be a plus), and... other things. Reading through his positions on issues on his webpage, I found little to disagree with. His speeches are terribly inspiring and uplifting, and I believe he's sincere. He did a very interesting speech on religion in politics. Besides all this, I believe he would be a very cordial diplomat and give the united states a fresh look. I believe he'll do very well amongst younger voters. Also, his wife did an interview that I felt was very candid. She sounded like she would make a fine first lady.

It's my belief that Obama will pull ahead in the polls once Hilary starts talking... because Hilary is a socialist masquerading as a moderate with highly liberal overtones. It's unlikely that the people will elect another Clinton (Bush/Clinton/Bush/Clinton), and a certain poll suggests 70% of the voters are afraid of her. Afraid. I don't think Republicans have a chance. They've taken way too much of a blow in the last four years, and no one's going to forget this war in a hurry. If it came down to Hilary vs. a republican, I'd be for Thompson or possibly Romney.

squiggy · **Sun May 27, 2007 7:02 pm**

...Ummm... can I vote for... the uh... that guy... ou know... that guy... the politician one... ummm.... who is running for president... you know! That guy!!!!

La Forge · **Sun May 27, 2007 7:39 pm**

Obama is definitely my choice, much for the same reasons as Arellia pointed out above.

squiggy · **Sun May 27, 2007 7:40 pm**

I hope it's not obvious that I don't follow american politics that much...

TrekkieMage · **Sun May 27, 2007 10:58 pm**

I think of all the candidates (Republican and Democrat) Obama seems the strongest.

So far the Republicans don't seem to have been able to pull up a single candidate (or two) who are strongly recognized and supported - whether I support them or not - it's hard to build support when you look that splintered. Not to mention, as Arellia said, the Republican party has taken quite a hit in the last four years. Especially during the 2006 midterms.

As for the Dems, Hillary has too much history and controversy around her. She can't manuver opinions the was a good president needs too.

Obama has the energy, the youth, the fresh start, and a certain spark of life (candidness, etc.) that seems to appeal with a lot of voters who've been disenchanted with the same-old politicans over and over again.

I think I was drawn over to Obama's camp when I saw his speech declairing candidicy. I'm rarely able to stay attentive for the duration of a political speech, but I was able to for his.

Arellia · **Sun May 27, 2007 11:02 pm**

I saw Obama's candidacy speech, too. I was awed by his ability to make me feel like something could change. You just don't see that kind of charisma in other candidates.

TrekkieMage · **Sun May 27, 2007 11:03 pm**

I think that's why I'm drawn to him. It's not just his career, it's obviously his passion. And that's just refreshing to see

Debra · Sweetest Angel Joined: 26 May 2007 Posts: 444

I am not sure anymore who should be president because no matter who is president, no one will be satisfied in my opinion. I just whoever gets to be President will not negotiate with terrorist and protect America.

Republican_Man · **Mon May 28, 2007 8:41 pm**

I got (sent to me

) some Giuliani stuff in the mail for the second time. My parents and I are going to give his campaign $40-50 this week.

WeAz · **Tue May 29, 2007 5:56 pm**

I like Giuliani, and if he won the election, I wouldn't feel so bad. But he'll never get his parties nomination. Too socially liberal.

Arellia · **Tue May 29, 2007 6:02 pm**

Well, he's the frontrunner right now, so I wouldn't be so sure about that. Sure, he's socially liberal, but he's the guy with the name recognition, the history, the fame of 9/11... and he's *strong on defense*. He's not my number one choice as a republican, even being a liberal myself. I liked Mit Romney and Thompson better for their other policies, despite being social conservatives. I also don't think they have a real chance at winning the nomination. We shall see.

Puck · The Texan Joined: 05 Jan 2004 Posts: 5596

WeAz · **Tue May 29, 2007 7:28 pm**

I don't like her. She seems phony. At least Obama has spirit.

Puck · The Texan Joined: 05 Jan 2004 Posts: 5596

The only person I actually enjoy listening to is Ron Paul (mind you I don't completly agree with him). However, it is refreshing to hear words coming out of his mouth that have not already been prepackaged. Since that looks like an impossibility though, my support right now is for Romney.

Arellia · **Thu Sep 06, 2007 6:08 pm**

So I'm bringing this up again. I recently actually got to meet Obama when he spoke in Lexington, and I gotta say, wow. He was an awesome speaker, very kind to me and my husband, I only like him more and more. I think people underestimate his electability, and anyone who has not read Audacity of Hope really, really should. I think he'll win the primary. I want to see what other people are feeling at this point in time.

On the Republican side, I really like Ron Paul. He has very good values, and though I don't agree on everything, I agree on the important things with him. Smaller government is not a bad thing. He won't win, but if he DID get the primary, I think he could win the general election. And that anyone who is pro-war will not win the election, so...

TrekkieMage · **Thu Sep 06, 2007 8:17 pm**

The more I hear about Obama, the more I like him. It seems to me that a lot of being a successful president involves is people skills and choosing the right people to support you (nowhere near all of it, but a substantial part of maintaining a strong presidency). And Obama certainly has the communication and interpersonal skills to make it.

I think of all the Dems running he's got the cleanest political record and the shear passion to pull it all off.

B'Elanna Torres 7 of 9 · **Sun Sep 23, 2007 9:11 pm**

i'm definitely not thrilled about any of the choices as of right now, but fortunately we've got another year to decide.

Arellia · **Mon Sep 24, 2007 9:33 am**

^That's really dependent on your state. The first set of primaries is in about five months (I believe?), and they're much more important than most people realize. I think people need to pay a lot more attention to the primaries this year, and vote in the primaries. If we do that, we might avoid another lesser-of-two-evils election like we've had in the last two. I really hope so. Unfortunately, the California primary falls just before my 18th birthday, and my husband's vote probably won't be counted. With the mishandling of the military mail, a lot of soldiers overseas don't have a vote. So eh, I'm bent on convincing other people. Vote!

Debra · Sweetest Angel Joined: 26 May 2007 Posts: 444

Who we need for President? Maybe not republican or democrat. Let an independant be president for once. It is always it seems republican or democrat in office. Get someone in there that will protect our country, help other countries, don't negotiate with terrorist, and just make a difference in the world. Who don't go by polls and listen to what he thinks is right and listen to what we want. I am a woman and I even don't want Hilary for President. No woman in office, we done had her lol no offense to anyone who likes her.