Chasing the Mythical 'Obamacan' Masses

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Politicswithagrin — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:07:20 GMT

Even if just a publicity effort, it's a smart way to emphasize cross-over appeal.

http://www.politicswithagrin.blogspot.com/

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Scott Kaye — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:19:53 GMT

Stories tend to have more credibility when they appear to have been edited... "now that he's vying for Republican support against a real, live Republica--a slightly different dynamic--I started to wonder whether the story would still holds up to scrutiny"... now the last part of that sentence wouldve just slid by the spell check function, (would holds up to) but the use of the term 'Republica' is pretty good evidence that the spell check button was never even clicked. GOOD WORK NEWSWEEK!

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ltk0001 — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:38:14 GMT

YAWN...Just more "political propaganda - bunkum for the masses" from the Barack Hussein Obama camp...nice try, and we look for more of this "BO BUNKUM" from the BO camp, but all thinking voters, young, middle age, et al., will vote for McCain...you'll see. Have a nice day.

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xbjllb — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:44:19 GMT

Thank you for pointing out what should be obvious. The notion that the uber-Party that gave us eight years of George Bush is going to support Obama is ludicrous and hysterically laughable on its face. Furthermore, for every supposed "Baracklican", there will be 1000 racists who will come out and stand in line at the polls three days early on election day to keep a black man out of the White House.

The entire notion of GOP crossover is beyond preposterous; it reeks of pathetic desperation because the Obama campaign knows it's lost fully 80% of centrist Hillary supporters to McCain.

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Angela40 — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:06:46 GMT

Important to note though is that many people who used to identify themselves as Republicans are now Independents. Republican numbers are shrinking and so it's not surprising that those who remain loyal to the party are more conservative and less likely to support Obama. The polling that would truly be more interesting is "how many people who voted for Bush in '04 are now planning to vote for Obama"

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hnsez — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:26:46 GMT

If Gore WON in 2000 with a delta of -3% and Obama now has +1% it gives Obama the win...

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dmaninmoval — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:30:01 GMT

I am a Republican who is caught for the first time in voting limbo. Although I have been an avid supporter of McCain and what he represents to us vets, I have been torn with the message and deeds I see from Barack. I just don't think that McCain is ready to lead this nation in a direction that we need to be in globally. We have to be more then a strong defensive nation and I am just not sure McCain understands that.

Derek M. Herbert, San Diego Ca.

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ARTSanDiego — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:36:43 GMT

Question for xbj11b, ..."It's hysterically laughable on it's face"? That doesn't even make a shred of sense. And can you please tell us where you're getting that 80% stat from? I'm betting not. Nice arbitrary toss-in though. And, FYI, there's not a single Hillary supporter, that will now support a candidate, whose partys' policies completely opposes the fundamentals of their own. THAT is ludicrous.

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HappyDay41 — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 20:30:03 GMT

xbjllb....

Centrist Hillary supporter for McCain, reporting for duty, sir!

Out of about 20 democrats that I know who supported HIllary, there are more than 80% voting for McCain... it's more like 100%.

Thank you very much... and everyone check out McCain's website... It is hilarious...

we need a president with a sense of humor-- they don't take themselves so seriously as to post pictures of themselves all over their office walls (like the potential democratic nominee!)

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HappyDay41 — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 20:33:16 GMT

ARTSanDiego ...

you say, "there's not a single Hillary supporter that will now support a candidate whose party's policies completely opposes the fundamentals of their own."

1) you use too many commas and your sentence is choppy and wordy-- much like Obama''s writing/speaking (without teleprompter)

2) I am a Hillary supporter for McCain... and where there's one of me there are millions like me.

I'm not voting for a party, I'm voting for a man.

The best man for the job--the one I trust to put country before party--is McCain.

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chrisfrenzy — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 20:56:52 GMT

HappyDay41, the only things Hillary and McCain had in common were the "gas tax holiday" fantasy and their divisive nature. Hillary did not win the Democratic nomination because she practices the politics of division, the same as Bush and the same as McCain. The fact that "80%" of your Hillary supporting friends would rather vote for John McCain than Barack Obama is further proof of her divisive candidacy.

Of the hundred or so Hillary supporters I know, not a single one would ever consider voting for McCain. I guess I don't know that many vindictive, polarizing people.

And, seriously, if you think John McCain and his website are funny, well you MUST be a republican. [OK, that was vindictive!]

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flamingo123 — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 20:58:44 GMT

To: xbjllb and HappyDay41

COUNT ME IN !!! A HILLARY SUPPORTER NOW WILL VOTE FOR MACCAIN.

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nnormm — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:13:26 GMT

Dmaninmoval

What exactly does McCain, who voted against VA education benefits, mean to us vets? Other than 100 years creating more of us, that is.

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wgoin — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:36:13 GMT

To flamingo123: I'm always amazed that people who supported Hillary say they will support McCain who has none of the political values of Hillary. He is against women's issues: fair pay; choice; etc. He is for tax cuts for the wealthy and doesn't care much for anyone who isn't wealthy. He will continue the practices of George Bush. He voted against the new GI bill. Why would you vote against American by voting for John McCain??

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nguyen dynasty — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:45:35 GMT

Crossing over happens in any election. But as for this year's one, a new element surges. Democrats will vote for McCain, stay home or write in as a way to protest their party's leaders, the undemocratic nomination process etc,,, while the Rep side is quiet. Polls show an increasing number of Dem turned independant not including those who openly declaire their McCain leaning.

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nguyen dynasty — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:48:53 GMT

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pixiepunk — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:54:04 GMT

To wgoin: I'm with flamingo123 and I'll tell you why. Because I would never vote for an inexperienced man such as Obama just because he's "cool" against a national hero with over 30 years of experience in Washington. Dems are going to control congress so the natural balance of power will exist. Obama doesn't have the resume to be POTUS. We should be electing someone based on their qualifications to lead our country. McCain has been a change agent in Washington long before Obama made change cool.

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McCain B4 Obama — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:06:11 GMT

Another Hillary voter supporting McCain here. I've always voted Democratic, but I cannot support an inexperienced, naive, egomanic such as Barack Obama for the presidency.

I'm not worried about the SCOTUS, or any other scare tactics used by the Obamaniacs. The House and the Senate will remain in Democratic hands.

BTW, maybe Pelosi, Reid, et al., should get off their asses and stop keeping their powder dry. While George W. Bush (the worst president in modern history, if not ever) has a 24% approval rating. But Congress' is at 11%.

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eaglstock1 — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:09:59 GMT

It's unbelievable that the David Duke republicans are not going to vote for a black man no matter how great he is. The republcians will hurt themselves with failed polices of the Bush years and the same old polices of the new McCain .Mc Cain will turn on the Republicans if he gets elected so hold your noses when you go the the voting booth.

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cuppa jo — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:26:38 GMT

eaglstock1, I am a white woman voting for McCain. I take great offense to your stereotyping a group of people. You should be ashamed of yourself. You are not helping your cause by throwing insults at people you know nothing about.

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Loden Green — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:50:04 GMT

Andrew, do us all a favor and declare your support for McCain. You're not fooling anybody.

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ara9557 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:18:03 GMT

eaglstock1,

Sir where to you get off. I find it unbelievable that blacks are voting for Obama without taking a good look at McCain. You don't hear racism do you when they vote for a black candidate without looking at all the facts. Democrats hurt themselves when a boneheads like you open your mouth. Stop drinking the Obama kool-aid and take some aspirin and maybe the effect of stupid will wear off.

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jetflyr — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:29:27 GMT

Hillary supporters voting for McCain seem to be voting on emotion rather than policy (see US Presidental Election of 2004). It's obvious that McCain opposes the majority of her policy positions especially on ending the war, veterans benefits, tax policy, and "HillaryCare" as he called it. If you look at Hillary's vision for America's direction in the next few years and compare that with John McCain's policies it's a no-brainer. I'm starting to wonder electoral college has it's merits seems that the Passions of the Mob aren't passing the rational thought test.

The top qualifications for running the country are: Judgment and Diplomatic Skill. Not experience through time in congress (see:Buchanan, Johnson, Harding) or military experience/war heroism (see: Grant). While noble and possibly beneficial in some way, John McCain's military experience as it would relate to 'presidential experience" was far different then that of, say, Wesley Clark or Colin Powell.

A president must formulate a diverse, knowledgable cabinet, be able to quickly process the incomplete information and make sound decisions. But if you don't agree with his policies (decision making) then how can you support him for the office, especially if you once supported Hillary's policies? If If you didn't really pay attention to policy, you should probably stay home on election day...

It's not a personality contest.

Policy costs lives--after more than 100 combat missions in Iraq/Afghanistan I've seen the effects of policy first hand.

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Matt429 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:40:19 GMT

I'm a Republican army officer, and I'm voting for Obama.

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robthesunjr — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:10:03 GMT

It's weird...ever since the primary has ended-msnbc, andrew and newsweek seem very pro-mccain. I had better do some digging! LOL! But seriously, I find it really odd the condescending nature of even the titles and tone of the articles as well as the love affair with McCain.

You'll probably find a knee jerk reaction from blacks because to me there is still this "Know your place Obama-we don't need no uppity Negroes trying to tell us what's what!" I'm pushing 40 and I've never heard of eloquence being elitist, compromise being weak or ANY politician NOT flip flopping their words (any human actually)-why the aggression towards Obama? What's even funnier is that folks will say the media is slanted towards him. I don't remember McCain's priest problems following him for that long....geesh!

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abadreview — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:30:19 GMT

Romano, you are most transparent Republican journalist that doesn't work for FOX News. Maybe you should join them. If McCain is pulling more Dems than Obama is pulling Republicans, then why is it that in every poll, every rally, all over the U.S. AND the entire planet, Obama is winning by pretty significant margins. You can deny it all you want, just like when the Iraqi disinformation minister denied the presence of U.S. troops in Baghdad, even though they were only blocks away from where he was broadcasting. You too are a sort of disinformation agent (although much less well known). This articel is nothing more than biased speculation, when the truth is every where we look, every rally Obama attends, thousands gathering like never before in the history of Presidential politics. How will you explain all of your silly little editorials when Obama pounces all over McCains parade in November? You really ought to leave SnoozeWeek, and apply over at FOX. They'll eat your s#$t up over there.

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abadreview — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:32:49 GMT

Good for you Matt429!!! Way to show Romano what's REALLY going on!

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Spacer — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:14:34 GMT

The "handful" of Republican endorsements for Obama are all that is left of moderate Republicans. There is no moderation left in the Republican Party. The McCain coalition consists of the radical neo-fascist right and low-information voters. And the corporate media is helping McCain keep the low-information voters that way.

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TexasRepublican — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:31:33 GMT

I think there are more Republicans waiting to decide than is being currently measured. There are more Republicans like me that have just given up on the Party at this point but are awaiting to see who the candidates choose as their running mates. For the first time, a running mate will determine a few things about the features of their future Administrations and therefore really influence the switch overs.

But let me remind folks that the reason there is any discussion about Republican frustrations is the following that will surely see more debate herein and over the next few months - what elements of the failed Bush Administration will John McCain keep intact? If any Republican on this blog can honestly say that they want McCain to continue the failed policies on shredding the Constitution under my fellow Texan Al Gonzales, the failed energy policies under the watchful eye of Spencer Abraham, the failed vet hospital and health care under the former Secretary of VA, etc. then I am sure McCain looks great. So the question has to be - tell us now Senator McCain - what policies of the Bush Administration - the executive orders, the signing memos on top of passed legislation, the work of David Addington and the other WH Legal Counsel under the thumb of Dick Cheney - what policies, rules, regulations, and mandates will a McCain Presidency end on Inauguration Day and which ones will carry over for months and years before cleaning up behind Bush?

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magiclady — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:20:28 GMT

From a Republican womans point of view I cannot even think of Hillary or Bill being associated in the future administration. I would put them ahead of McCain because as far as I am concerned he dies not present him as Presidential. It appears to me he is begiinnng to show show signs of impairment regardless what his Doctor may say. At this point I am undecided. I am waiting to see who thw VP is going to be. McCain is out totally. Obama is out of he picks Hillary. I would rhen vote for Barr. I am also tired of the negative spin by any candidate. They can lose my vote very easily by using negative ads with the lies as McCain has been doing.

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Medge — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:25:02 GMT

It is obvious by the choice of words and topic, whose side are you on. It goes without saying that there are Republican writers that are worth reading. At least they are honest about there political position and don't beat around the Bush with sickening preambles. You Andrew Romano should be working with the sick bunch of Fox News. But in spite of you and reporters like you that delight in putting down Senator Obama, Obama will win with the biggest Democratic landslide in American Political history. The corrupt Republicans in the White House will be denied a third term under John McBush. They will be replaced by a consciencious, honest team who will put and end to our sad state of affairs under Bush and Cheney.

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reinadelaz — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:29:06 GMT

I am a Republican who supported Obama in the primary. I believe he has a much needed common sense approach to both domestic and international policy. Like the Texas Republican, I am waiting to see the VP picks before I work to support anyone in the general election. I must say, though, Obama will have to pick a ridiculously liberal running mate to lose my tentative support. The Republican party has been overrun with neoCons, has abandon the working class, and we MUST have change in Washington if we are to remain a world power.

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vshearer — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:31:00 GMT

Everyday. A dozen stories headlining Obama with a positive spin. Not a whisper on McCain. Media bias? Hardly. You are trying to throw this election. Guess what? We are on to you. The mainstream media, never held in high regard, has sunk to an absolute new low.

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Alma — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:40:50 GMT

There is only one problem with Romano's tale. It is that he has always and from the start rejected Obama. So, he will always spin a good news into some kind of doubt or question. Guess what! We know you Romano.

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Alma — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:43:52 GMT

Romano, please go an work for FOX NEWS. You deserve better and so do we.

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bfoxnoah — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:45:26 GMT

I'm a Republican and I'm voting for Obama. This country needs change and there's no republican tactic that will change my mind.

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rashinal@gmail.com — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:49:57 GMT

well

this is pretty hilarious !

The fact that the story seems to based on data from FOX news renders it divisive at best and a complete farce at most-likely.

Sure, there's going to be crossover.. a statistical certainty.. but no mention here about all the repubs that registered dem to vote in the primaries. ( I know MANY and met quite a few in the caucus where I live) Those that were sincere DON'T count as repubs voting OB. ('cause they're now registered dem)

And those that were trying to upset the race (following clown-rush) now DO count as crossovers to JM (even-though they're really not)..

a double whammy.. sorta .. but NOT .. in reality.. which plays such small role at fox news.

You gotta hand it the rnc for simply brilliant tactics at manipulating facts, truth and the feeble minded.

It's a clever way to say something that's "true", but doesn't reflect truth.

people really need to turn on their brains and start paying attention to actual REALITY

for instance: the mcain campaign is spending millions to spread documented LIES !

If he does this in the race, what do you think he's going to do in the WH ?? and haven't we had enough of that ??

common romano, we all know fox news has an agenda, what's yours ?

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NotFooledByDistractions — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 03:57:31 GMT

Watching McCains reaction to the situation in Georgia has convinced me that McCain is absolutely the wrong man for the presidency right now. McCain is a disaster waiting to happen. Enough of the bully cowboy politics, it aint workin'!

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emmitt22 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:02:35 GMT

I am a Republican not voting for Obama; as are many other Rep's. So, I suppose we can all negate one another's votes. Your point?

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ChicoCDM — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:10:34 GMT

Hey NOTFOOLEDBYDISTRACTIONS!! You make this announcement like you were EVER considering McCain. I can smell sissies a mile away. Here's a question for you and your Prince - OBAMA. WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMEONE DOESN'T WANT TO TALK!!?? What do you tell someone who is telling you their side with their fists. When this war broke out OBAMA said "both side should engage in DIRECT talks!" OH hail is masterful understanding of teh situation. He should have just SHUT UP and stayed on vacation. Last time I chekced he was NOW saying the EXACT SAME THING McCain said from the start. I WOULD NEVER VOTE FOR OBAMA! And I always vote Democrat. Voted Jerry and Gore - McCAIN!! ALL THE WAY!

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NotFooledByDistractions — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:28:36 GMT

Hey ChicoCDM - peel yourself off the ceilin' Skippy and loosen up your tinfoil!! Yikes, after reading your diatribe, I see why you're a McCain supporter - anger issues...??? Scary!

I did consider McCain until I did my research on his history, his voting record, and the people behind his campaign - and that raised concerns. Theres no "maverick" there, all that's left is a bitter intellectually lazy warmongering puppet being manipulated by the same neocon scum that lead the last underachiving legacy admission occupying the white house into disaster. Deja vu. McCain is a foreign policy nightmare.

Maybe you could use a little vacation yourself Skippy,

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jlowell1 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:32:59 GMT

Hey Andrew...people actually pay to write this crap?

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lordmi — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:41:05 GMT

with his comment "on behalf" American people McBush demonstrated again - what a risky choice this old aggressor is.

be aware!!!!!!!!

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lordmi — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:42:27 GMT

to ChicoCDM - yes, talk and talk! Not talking costs too many lives.

As agressor You and Idiot McBush - you do not care.

Do not vote, we do not need agressors in our colomn

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denmill — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:44:40 GMT

You all know that the newsweek so called journalists are very leftist and are not impartial. This is another tactic of Romano and his leftist socialist and communist clans to try to persuade the American People psychologically. Romano Bla Bla Bla!!!! we will not vote for a leftist, an appaiser and America hater like Barack Husein Obama.

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PapaRonn — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:58:06 GMT

Wow,McDo-Nothing has more people fooled than I thought.Andrew auditioning for Hanity's spot over at Fox I see.Amazing how a man who has not shown up for work in 3 months can comment on another man taking a vacation with his family.How is it in a week when Obama is not making news ,we have not heard any of McBush's policy plans for America?The "maverick" is such an empty suit that even repubs see right through him.People continue to ask why Obama 's lead is not larger ,who's to say it isn't? Wait till after the debates ,when everyone can see McCain knows nothing of governing and then all he'll have left is Carl Rove's 2008 plan to corrupt this election .I wonder which state(s) will have the irregularities this time?????

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ahem — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 05:43:19 GMT

I guess I'm the only Obamacan, or one of the very few.

Or not.

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keating 7 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 05:44:19 GMT

who is this pimply faced teenager? he is the next sean hannity. Can we get real reporters please! The reason Obama doesn't have more crossovers is because he is newer to politics than oldy McCain so for a newcomer how come he is still beating McCain in the national gallup polls? Obama is doing pretty good for a newer candidate. This Romano guy is just a right wing nutjob.

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keating 7 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 05:47:52 GMT

I guess it's bad for Obama to see his grandma since she lives in hawaii. the news has been plastering it everywhere that he is on vacation like it is something bad. he isnt vacationing he went to see his family who has been living in hawaii for decades. Also Obama was born there so he went home to see his grandma. Stop twisting this to make it seem that he is a bad person who takes a vacation.

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agnstheflow — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 06:01:19 GMT

I can't even consider Obama because I don't trust where his money comes from, don't see anything substantial he's done to make him worthy to be president, he says he's Christian but votes against an Illinois bill banning infantiside and is all for making taxpayers pay for all forms of abortions. One moment he seems moderate, then the next he seems like the most liberal extremist cannidate in history. With a democrat controlled senate using Obama as a puppet we will have the most communist liberal and largest government in the history of our nation. Goodbye freedom, hello China!

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George from Westerville — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 06:05:51 GMT

McCain was the guy who dumped his disabled wife and married a rich women 20 years his junior a month after his divorce, called his current wife the "C" word (captured on tape) during a public gathering, wants us to be in Iraq for 100 years, sang a "bomb bomb bomb bomb bomb Iran" song, once told a reporter "thanks for that question you jerk!", admitted he knows nothing about the economy, doesn't know a Sunni from a Shiite, has to have Lieberman whisper in his ear to correct his many gaffes. Do we really want this man to lead our country? There is no perfect candidate to choose from ... but the choice is clear to me. Well ... unless you are a multimillionaire and want to keep your Bushy tax breaks.

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George from Westerville — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 06:14:59 GMT

agnstheflow, Obama's money has come from over 1 1/2 million small doners, the most American citizens ever to donate to a candidate. There are many Christians who are pro life, but I guess you are in a position to decide who is a Christian or not. You are stating that elected officials of our government, sworn to uphold the constitution, are going to turn our country into a communist regime? Rhetoric and nonsense. Talk about socialism, under the Bush administration our deficit and trade imbalance is at an all time high. Under Clinton's administration we had a balanced budget. But, I guess logic is not your strong suit.

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jlowell1 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 06:25:55 GMT

Everyone needs to realize, the game's been afoot since the primaries ended. If the race were a blowout, how would megamedia sell ad space around it? They need to spin it so that it's close to keep us reading and watching. And by doing that, they actually wind up making it closer than it would be without their pimping. So, Americans, you need to ask yourselves...are you participating in a media game or are you participating in a (supposedly) free election?

So, really, I'm a pawn, you're all pawns, even Dandy Andy is a pawn (although, I doubt he gets up in the morning, looks in the mirror and says to himself "You worthless pawn!"). Money in the pockets of the self-chosen few is all that matters.

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aj2k — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 09:23:18 GMT

How many Red States are turnin blue? How many Blue States are turning red? EXACTLY..... Don't be fooled. Obammacans are not a MYTH.

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jonnyooh — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 09:39:34 GMT

Twice you mentioned a FOX News poll. Not once did you mention a National Enquirer poll. Do you have some kind of problem with National Enquirer? Enquiring minds want to know! Have you conferred with Gary Coleman on this important matter? We could stand to get input from such Republican intellectuals as Gary.

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Junglejim123 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:16:40 GMT

Many of us will vote for McCain as a vote AGAINST Obama and the radicals at the DNC who have hijacked the party. They no longer represent most of us middle class white and blue collar workers. Obama is not qualified, he associates with criminals , terrorists, and racists and nothing NEWSWEEK prints about him will make many of us change our mind. While Newsweek is promoting him, the rest of us can see right through him and do not trust him. Change you CANNOT believe.

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maramara — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:19:16 GMT

Rely on polls Mr. Andrew. Reality will shock the GOP, The polls out there are not representative at all because they are a sample from the 2004-2006 election cycle. The 2008 sample will be known only in November. Guess what, millions of us have just registered and millions are still to register.

Pollsters like Gallop and CNN and Bush station, Fox news ,will be shocked.

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MNoffsinger — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:27:01 GMT

One thing I've noticed when discussing Obamacans is the lack of acknowledgment by the media of Rush Limbaugh's 'Operation Chaos' during the early Democratic primary, where he instructed republican listeners of his daily radio show to vote in the democratic primary for Barack Obama, in open-primary states, in order to prevent a Hilary Clinton primary win wherever possible. The theory went that no administration would be worse than another Clinton presidency (including an Obama presidency) and what ensued was a massive turnout of republican voters for Obama during the democratic primaries.

There really is very little evidence to showcase much Republican support for Obama, as this article demonstrates. It is the wish of many Obama supporters that he seem to cross the aisle in his quest to appear moderate, but it is more wishful thinking than fact.

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giovannis — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:27:33 GMT

This is not about Obama or McCain, this is about America the country I loved and the ideal I followed. I envisioned America to be my beloved home after my death for generation to come. I was introduced to the American life by one of my Peace Corps teacher James K. Hall, who self-lessly tried to help the poor and disadvantaged in my country of birth. Mr. James K. Hall inspired a long lasting memory in the minds of many young people of an impassive and dreamland America, the land of bravery, equality, opportunity, progressive legend beyond limits and most of all a land of humanitarian sensitivity. I was baptized believing whole-heartedly what the USA stood for and at times confronted others who tried to demonize America. I still believe that there is nothing comparable to the people of America collectively. Their love for freedom, equality and respect for other fellow human being remains exemplary compared to other civilized cultures on earth. But I am afraid to say that the humble and successful approach of the peace corps, like that of Mr. James K. Hall, which won the minds and hearts of many young people in the world, seem to be a distant memory. American greatness has never been borne of the barrel of the gun, its greatness shined on the planet from its inclusiveness, democratic ideals and respect to other human beings and their intellectual contributions. Mr. Obama reminds me of the Mr. James K. Hall in his political attitude and hope will be elected to revive the great mission of the peace corps and make America once again the land of hope and inspiration to all mankind on earth, disregard of race, religion and country of origin.

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maramara — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:31:52 GMT

Jungle Idiot, Talk for yourself. You are not even a Democrat. I am a middle class white worker who has just registered. The DNC played by the rules. If you are one of those who think that because your father is the head teacher, you can be promoted when you don't merit it, then the GOP is the best party to cast your vote. I stand for merits, thats why I will vote a Democrat because there are stand on merits and the rules that we Americans cherish. They also have proposed better healthcare policies, better economic policies, better security policies etc.

I will vote for the democrat.

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mk2008 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:26:23 GMT

better healthcare policies? you mean, creating a socialist program that is doomed for failure like Social security and medicare/medicaid? rofl!

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notaliberal — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:46:52 GMT

Every election cycle we see the candidate parade the so called "defectors" in order to bolster their credentials. BS! Obama is an empty suit that talks pretty in large forums but falters to put a sentence together on the spot---listen to his work in the illinois state house.

He has not stuck to 1 of his "pledges" so far this campaign what in the heck makes any of you think he will be able to do anything at all as prez???

He is a corrupt Chicago politician and the sooner the media wake up and report FACTS as opposed to blind adoration worthy of a state run media in pre-war Germany. The better off we shall all be.

For your consideration: watch and listen to Adolf Hitler's huge media spectacle speeches. He and Obama have much in common in their delivery. Right down to the rock star response. The speeches are largely empty of substance and anything he has pledged so far he has backed away from. (remember the Camaign Finance Pledge?????)

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score keeper — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:15:40 GMT

ChicoCDM,

you say you voted jerry and gore? And, plan to vote MCBush??? way to keep a losing tradition alive!

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Jenny Orr — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:22:20 GMT

Posted by armybrat: I find people who liken Obama to Hitler extremely simplistic and completely without the facts of that time. Go read your history and you will see that what set Hitler in power was the action of the German Government. Hitler staged a coop and it worked. Also, if you read about his personal life you will see he was mentally ill. A guy who graduates from Harvard Law, marries, and gets busy organizing community action groups is absolutely not like Hitler in any way or shape.

Also, I am really tired of the typical American business oriented comment about socialistic health care. I have lived in two countries with that system: Britain and Canada and in both cases my family go excellent health care and it didn't cost me anything except the gas to get to the doctor or hospital. (My daughter required emergency medical care and received it immediately.) There are a lot of nonsensical claims that you have to wait years for treatment. Well, the bad news is that in the good old USA in many places you have to wait at least a couple of months for treatment even if there is a possibility of cancer. Its true that if you want a non lifesaving procedure and you live in certain areas of the country then you will have to wait for surgery. What's the matter with that? If socialistic medicine allows babies and young children to get instant good medicine and everyone is served, so what if you have to wait to get non critical surgery.

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fireworksforjeffy — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:23:30 GMT

I love the smell of propaganda in the morning.

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lee226 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:49:57 GMT

I am one of them but no one ever polled me.

I think polls are irrelevant at this point .unless you are trying to influence people of feeble mind.

What i see in the media is making up stories rather than say: look McCain has really no energy plan to speak of, look he is lying in his ad again, look at the sunt about oil drill, about demonizing the left when in fact the gop has not balanced a budget in the last 25 years, has infringed on the constitution and stolen the elections..

Face it we are governed by neo-con fascist we want to establish a new world order, with no border for economic and power gain.

Helloooo America, will you fall for the neo-con lies again?

Read Charles Krauthammer bio and the neo-con IDEALS and soon you may see a chip in your head...you know they are pushing for it, right?

If we do not decide to be honest and tell the truth about the candidateds we will end up with another puppet like Bush...and Mccain does have all the superb traits to fit the bill.

They try to demonize the left and any candidate who may remove them from power.

The roots of this devilish party run deep with the big money in every direction.

THE TRUE RADICALS ARE THE NEO-CON IN POWER NOW WHO HAVE BEEN INFRINGING ON OUR FREEDOM AND IGNORING THE CONSTITUTION AND THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE.

THERE IS NOTHING CONSERVATIVE ABOUT THIS GROUP, THEY DO LACK A MANIFESTO WHICH IS THE HALLMARK OF FASCISM...THEY MAKE IT UP AS THEY GO...IRAQ BEING.ONE MOVE.

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teaki2000 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:51:52 GMT

Jenny Orr, Although I agree that Obama and Hitler have no real similarities. I thought that you forgot to mention that Hitler also organized community groups. IE The Hitler Youth....

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divajls — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:53:51 GMT

I'm a proud Obamacan, member of RFO, campaign donor, t-shirt wearer, bumper sticker bearer. And I know pleny of others.

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ademeyer — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:01:52 GMT

I agree, its unlikely rank and file Republicans will cross over to vote for Obama, still, its pretty remarkable to see Republican leaders like Whitaker, Chaffee, Eisenhower, Leach, Hauser and Hagel endorsing Obama. I am 49 years old and I have never seen anything like it.

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debradebra — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:03:40 GMT

VOTE OBAMA FOR CHANGE.

I honestly dont understand how anyone can vote GOP at this time. The party has war criminals at the helm. The war is a disaster. The economy is a nightmare. Nothing Bush has touched is going well - other than his portfolio will is full of oil profits.

In spite of the lies from the GOP about Obama raising taxes for the middle class. it's FALSE. Obama will actually lower taxes for the masses. McCain will continue to give the corporations their tax cuts with the ridiculous theory that it will create jobs. It hasn't done so in the past 8 years and it won't in the future.

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lee226 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:04:17 GMT

teaki200,

your comment are soooooooo non- american.

If you like to talk about nazi...look at the history of the Bush family before and after WW2 and their business venture with other politicos with the nazi themselves.

We are not making anybody join they come of their own free will and that makes all the difference.

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lee226 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:06:18 GMT

ademeyer

those are the people who know what is changing in the party, I suppose they cannot talk about it openly.

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Chloe123 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:37:08 GMT

Did anyone stop to think what the ones that claim to defect really believe in? All of them are anti American or anit Israel. Most of them are as dumb as wood. Probably, some of them have seedy histories. One or two are actually influenced by cult behaviour. This nonsense about defecting the right kind of Repubicans to Democratic thought sheer is rubbish.They were never true Republicans to begin with.

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johnlouis — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:50:31 GMT

Look at the poll this guy is basing his report on - The FAUX poll. what a joke!

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paulte — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:58:42 GMT

The Obamacans are no surprise. There have always been liberal Republicans. There are also the pro-choice and log cabin (gay) Republicans. But pro-choice and even gay Republicans are not necessarily liberal. The pro-choice view is usually a question of laissez-faire and the gay issue can be seen as one of tolerance (actually a conservative value). Pro-choice and gay Republicans are usually fiscal conservatives so they have no real reason to support Obama.

The liberal Republicans who would support the most liberal member of the Senate seem to be in the wrong party. The Obamacans are a small minority; most of the Republican party (to include Evangelicals) are rallying behind the snow top patriot! Polls I've seen put Republican support for McCain at 92%. Can Obama claim the same level of support from his party? The jury is still out as to whether the Hillraisers will support him in November. And if Hillary's name goes up for nomination, expect some real problems for Mr O come November!

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ssbn777 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:00:51 GMT

No one with a brain would actually vote for this guy. Democrat or Republican. Hillary would have actually been in contention for Republican voters; Obama has turned the POTUS race into a joke....

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curryjm — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:02:23 GMT

Hey, it's not "Obamacan", it's "OBAMATON". These are people blinded by the myth of Obama. This guy has got to be the most packaged, branded, advertised candidate to ever run for office. He's got charm; he's got good looks (I guess); he's got great spreechwriters; he's got well-produced and high-budget advertisements; he's got a fund-raising website. The only thing he doesn't have is an adequate record and the experience needed for the job of president. I wonder if he will bother to run for re-election to the Senate when he loses this November. I don't think he ever really wanted to be a Senator anyway. Oh, by the way, check your tire pressure Obamatons; the nation can save huge amounts of gasoline if you just maintain proper inflation.

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Native New Yorker — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:10:26 GMT

You must be joking! Obama is drinking his own koolaid! The empty suit is so far to the left, so hell bent on raising taxes, increased spending and destroying our free capital system....no Republican would vote for this idiot. I am amazed any one would vote for this racist sycophant. He can't even speak without a teleprompter and a carefully scripted speech. Give it up....the man will never be president.

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herbo21k — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:10:37 GMT

FOXNEWS? FXNEWS: Special FXNEWZ! Can anyone trust and believe in an FXPOLL? No secret that FX is pro McC, pro conservative, pro BigBiz, anti Green, anti EPA and most decidedly anti Democratic party. So no wonder McC is ahead here, gaining there, according to FXNEWZ foxy view of the domestic poilitical landscape.

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Native New Yorker — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:11:45 GMT

I'm voting Democrat because I believe the government will do a better job of spending the money I earn than I would.

I'm voting Democrat because freedom of speech is fine as long as nobody is offended by it.

I'm voting Democrat because when we pull out of Iraq the bad guys will stop what they're doing because they now think we're good people.

I'm voting Democrat because I believe that people who can't tell us if it will rain on Friday CAN tell us that the polar ice caps will melt away in ten years if I don't start driving a Prius.

I'm voting Democrat because I'm not concerned about the slaughter of millions of babies so long as we keep all death row inmates alive.

I'm voting Democrat because I believe that business should not be allowed to make profits for themselves. They need to break even and give the rest away to the government for redistribution as they see fit.

I'm voting Democrat because I believe three or four elitist liberals need to rewrite the Constitution every few days to suit some fringe element who would NEVER get their agendas past the voters.

I'm voting Democrat because I believe that when the terrorists from over there come over here, I don't want to have any guns in the house to fight them off.

I'm voting Democrat because I love the fact that I can now marry whatever I want. I've decided to marry my horse.

I'm voting Democrat because I believe oil companies' profits of 4% on a gallon of gas are obscene but the government taxing the same gallon of gas at 15% isn't.

Makes you wonder why anyone would ever vote Republican, right?!

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Hessian.son — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:12:59 GMT

I would disagree with Romano's analysis of who has crossed over in primaries and why. Actually, a lot of Republicans/conservatives/independents crossed over in Ohio and Pennsylvania and voted for Hillary, not against Hillary, for a variety of reasons. Some thought Hillary was getting unfairly treated by the media, others saw McCain as a lock and wanted to try to influence the Democratic race as they saw Clinton the weaker of two candidates, and some simply wanted to vote against Obama. Those votes will be returning to the Republican ballot in November.

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monicaonline2005 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:15:56 GMT

Wake Up People!!

OBAMA = SOCIALISM

I read here that "oh socialized medicine DOES work in Canada and UK". That is pure **BS***!! My sister lived in the Netherlands for two years and had to bring her child back to the US early just to get decent healthcare!

Our government can't run any program in a fiscally responsible way - Look at Social Security (bankrupt!); the V.A. (ask our soldier's about their healthcare - it SUCKS and they go to civilian docs for the "real" diagnosis) - etc. etc. Remember the $500 toilet seats....... Have you tried to get a passport? Every single thing the goverment puts their hands on (Dems or Rep) cost US twice as much and usually MORE and they end up screwing it up!

If you want socialized government programs - move to Europe or Canada cause TRUE Americans want to earn their own way and we DON"T want to pay for all the lazy arses out there that aren't working to pay their fair share.

And for those that say this story is propaganda - I say ***BS**** again. The propaganda machine is the US Media that is trying to convince everyone that Obama has already won. Heads UP people -as an Independent libertarian leaning former Republican I am voting for McCain and everyone that I know that shares my views are doing the same.

Keep drinking your Obama Koolaide cause it ain't NEVER gonna happen. Down with SOCIALISM - DOWN WITH OBAMA

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BJONESEY — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:26:07 GMT

Apparently your polls did not reach western New York State - I am a registered Republican and from the "get-go" decided that Obama has my vote. I am white, Republican & well over 60!

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freedfrombrains — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:34:55 GMT

i dont understand when people attack others intelligence based on their political views. Why do some people who support mccain think obama supporters are "obama koolaide" socialist sheep that will follow anything and obama supporters think mccain followers are uneducated hicks who shot their guns. a person has a set of political beliefs based on experiences that they have gone through throughout their lives. we live in a democratic nation and a person is free to have the views that they want. yes it is your right to knock them but it just makes you seem more ignorant.

p.s.

i personally dont think obama=socialism that is a little to extreme and with the way our goverment is set up with liberals and conservatives i dont think we will ever reach the point of socialism or Libertarianism.

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wilds101 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:57:06 GMT

I am voting republican because I like our country to have zero diplomatic influence in the World.

I am voting republican because I believe every American has a right to be eavesdropped on by our government.

I am voting republican because my party comes first and country second.

I am voting republican because intentionally misleading our nation into a war with a country that was not an imminent threat has worked out pretty darn good for our economy and standing in the Wrold as it's leader.

I am voting republican because I enjoy seeing the value of our dollar erode to the point where it is worth half that of a Euro.

I am voting republican because I believe that running up the largest national debt and deficit is doing right by our children and grandchildren.

I am voting republican because global warming is a myth only believed by 98% of the scientific community who clearly are not to be trusted in things such as science.

I am voting republican because I believe torture is the only way to keep the moral high ground over the terrorists.

I could go on forever, but the bottom line is that the republicans are on the wrong side of every issue out there and as a result need to make up falsehoods and fear campaigns in order to hold on to the power that brings them and their friends money...at any cost.

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curryjm — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:58:44 GMT

To freedomfrombrains:

You say you "don't think we will ever reach the point of socialism"? What do you suppose will happen if Obama gets elected and the Democrats control both houses of Congress? I would not count on any "checks and balances" between the Executive and the Legislative branches if that happens. The Democrats will run amok; all of their crazy, left-wing liberal bills will pass into law; your income taxes will skyrocket unless you qualify as one of the so-called "middle-class masses"; Hillary will become the national health care program "czar"; Iraq will fall to al-qeada; inflation and stagnation will return as it was in the days of Jimmy Carter; the price of gasoline will go to $5 or more. You should not blindly vote for Obama; the consequences are too severe.

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Jason M Bryant — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:21:47 GMT

I have a different theory as to why the Obamacans don't exist.

Republicans have lost a lot of people this time around. Most of them have registered as Independents while many former Independents have registered as Democrats.

(I'm getting this from Chuck Todd at MSNBC's First Read.)

So if there were any Republicans who were open to voting for a Democrat, some of them probably aren't Republicans anymore.

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wilds101 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:23:19 GMT

To curryjm:

You say you would not count on any "checks and balances" between Executive and Legislative branches. That is exactly what the republicans allowed to happen in the first 6 years of the Bush presidency and, you're right, it was a disaster. I'm afraid that your friend Dubya has set in motion a trail of secrecy and false claiming of executive priveledge to the point where there is no room for checks and balances anyway. I mean how blind can you be to warn of the Dems possibly doing exactly what the republicans have done for the past 8 years and act like it would be something new.

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awain69 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:29:03 GMT

Because, Andrew Romano, as a journalist, you should trust those Fox News polls and not do any polling of your own.

For all of you who are afraid of socialism, you can rest assured that the Democrats haven't turned red. Just because Democrats are in favor of socialized health care doesn't make them SOCIALISTS. Socialized health care doesn't mean socialism. Mitt Romney got socialized health care in while he was governor of Massachusetts, and nobody who liked Mitt Romney called HIM a socialist. Educate yourselves on the difference between making health care a PUBLIC SERVICE (social health) and SOCIALISM which is quite different.

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nodano — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:39:09 GMT

I know several Republicans who registered as Democrats so they could vote for Obama in the primaries. The draw is that strong - perhaps that's what the poll is missing, Republicans who aren't even Republicans anymore.

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NathanHale — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:49:22 GMT

Excuse me, but the first Fox News poll cited is from 2006! So give yourself credit, you've been tracking this for more than 18 months.. And I commend you for this construction "In fact, John McCain's share of the Democratic vote has typically--and surprisingly--been larger than Obama's share of the Republican vote," which although (possibly) historically accurate, is no longer true when we look at the current CBS News and Fox polls you cite.

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King Syd — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:56:27 GMT

I think everyone is in for a rude awakening. A lot of people do not want Barry for our President (anyone who changes his name after 20 or more years should be suspect anyway - can we say neurotic or narcissitic anyone - oh yeah, I think John Edwards). I can't stand Bush, and voted against him 2X. Having met him while Governor of Texas, I felt he was as self-centered and narcisstic as they come. I commented on it to several people at the time who simply said, no he's great, just wait - he brings people together and we see him as the next President of the U.S. And look at the mess we are in. Parallels anyone? Barry offers more of the same narcissitic and neurotic tendencies that we don't need in the White House, yet again, after 2 terms of creepy Clinton and 2 terms of creepy Bush. McCain was a war hero, but more importanlty in my book was the fact that his wife brought home an orphaned Bangledeshi and adopted her as his and Cindy's daughter. You can definitely tell a man by his actions. And, don't give me the crap about his cheating on his 1st wife. She is the first to say their marriage was over and she does not see it that way at all. She holds him in high regards. Even John Edward's mentioned the fact that McCain has spoken in detail about his first marriage. Operative language being he "spoke about it." Honestly, and without lying to the public about it. Barry is a Chicago political machine who offers no real substance. Change to what - he has NEVER articulated that. Change to higher taxes? Change to unions bringing down the economy? Change to taking away people's hard work to reward those who don't? Can we not have creepy follow creepy and creepy into office?

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bill c — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:19:33 GMT

maramara: Democrats stand for merit? Are you kidding me? Democrats stand for the antithesis of merit: Affirmative Action (I get the job because of my race/gender/whatever) higher taxes (I get your money becuase I am poor/disenfranchised/whatever) you pay my health care because I am (well you get the picture.)

Liberalism is at its very core immoral. If I walked up to you and put a gun in your back and took money from you to give it to someone I thought deserved it more, I would go to jail. Senator Obama wants to do it and is called compassionate.

Senator Obama believes I should pay more of my very hard earned money to someone else. He is apparently upset that in spite of the fact that my family was dirt poor I worked hard, went to school and make a comfortable living. Now, he wants to take the fruits of my labor and give them to someone else who has not done the same. If that is merit, I am Santa Claus.

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m.nolan — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:47:40 GMT

Lincoln Chaffee...who? Susan Eisenhower...who? Jim Leach...who? Rita Hauser...who? WHO ARE THESE PEOPLE? Some mayor from ALASKA is for Obama? OH, NO!!! It's about getting the white, male voters (a problem for Kerry and Gore (in case you're tempted to shout "racism") as well as Obama. The campaign is imploding and when B.O. fails to get the big "bump" his speech needs him to get, Axelrod & Co. will fold. John McCain will be the 44th Presisent of the United States of America.

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rmcbride — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:58:56 GMT

You people are LOOSERS!

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Joe Z. — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:02:02 GMT

I'm one former Republican voter that is supporting Senator Obama. Not only have the last eight years been a disaster but they've put America on a downward trajectory. McCain has no new ideas and panders every chance he gets.

Obama is the only candidate that speaks to the American people as if we were adults. We need to get energy independent - stat - and Obama understands this and has a plan. The economy, especially here in Michigan, needs some major attention that only Obama, a fellow Midwesterner, understands.

The Republican party has made a cottage industry of baseless attack ads and dividing the American people while stuffing their pockets with public money - it's disgusting.

Signed,

Republican No More

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debradebra — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:05:31 GMT

Bill C: Thanks for my laugh of the day. I think you better crawl out from under the rock you are residing and check out the facts. Your man, Bush, has helped the corporations get wealthier at your expense. it's time for change. Make the corporations pay their fair share.

If you're a wealthy oil man and one of the GOP base, vote Republican. If you are worse off than you were 8 years ago (as is everything else in our country - Vote for Obama. THROW THE CORRUPT BUMS OUT.

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4carol — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:09:27 GMT

Curryjm & billc:

You obviously are rich Repub's who don't give a damn about anyone but yourselves, just like this Pres and administration and everyone connected with MCCain. You don't want anything fixed because you're afraid that you may be found out using checks and balances as our government was meant to.

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tider — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:17:58 GMT

I'm a Democrat voting for John McCain and I've never voted for a Republican in my life. I voted for Carter, for Mondale, for Dukakis, for Clinton twice, for Gore, for Kerry, and now I'm voting for McCain. WHAT DOES THAT TELL YOU is going to happen in November?

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VirginiaMom — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:24:10 GMT

Well, the LA Times had a story yesterday about Obamacans in exurban Florida: http://www.latimes.com/news/politics/la-na-exurbs12-2008aug12,0,6209867.story

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jeff4955 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:46:11 GMT

I am a Republican who is endorsing and will vote for Obama. McCain has anger issues and the last thing we need is another LBJ in the White House.

I find it interesting that GW gave his uberwealthy friends tax cuts and incentives (all out of YOUR taxes) yet, when Obama says that he will reverse GW's give aways, you call it a tax increase? Face it guys....Huge multi-national corporations and BIG oil have lined up like pigs at the trough to feed off the public trust.

What happened to upholding the Constitution? What happened to personal responsibility? What happened to less government intrusion into our private lives? The neo-cons have trampled the Constitution, deflected or denied responsibility on so many levels, and are spying on US citizens without due process.

Throw the bastards out, and let the new guy have a chance. I believe beyond all doubt, Obama is the best hope for the future of the United States of America.

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VoiceofModeration — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:50:25 GMT

I guess the change Romano is talking about is from right wing to left wing...must we always swing from one extreme to another? That is what McCain can at least do - he WILL actually bring both sides together as he has done his whole career. In my opinion, there are 3 parts to US politics - the far right (Bush) the far left (Obama) and the middle (McCain) - where elections are won and where a vast majority of Americans reside.

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sami2 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:52:26 GMT

The resurgence of a bellicose Russia is not a good sign for Obama. Republicans who were looking for a more accommodating leader, may change their mind. Obama vs. Putin really does not look a contest. It looks like a rout. Putin is Bush, Russian style (more totalitarian but similarly stubborn and nationalistic). No wonder they liked each other. Democrats who were concerned about Obama's lack of experience in foreign affairs are also likely to be even more concerned now that the spectre of the cold war rivalry between East and West has risen again. In fact, this has been coming for a long time. Russia is re-establishing its power and influence in the world. Why wouldn't they? And they have the money to do it. Obama was hoping for a new world order. Instead, we are reverting to an older one. The "hegemonies" are solidifying. If there is anything positive in this, it is that Europe is going to have to take their security far more seriously and rebuild their defense capacity. They have the money to do it too.

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golfingfool — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:57:35 GMT

Who really cares? Obama is a socialist and the end result will be higher taxes and even less national security. As far as Im concerned I don't really care what the media prints they are so in bed with the Obama camp. I'm voting for anyone that is running against this idiot. He nothing more than empty suit with a lot of empty promises.

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jessejames4 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:01:27 GMT

Newsweek has always been a Republican mouthpiece with an agenda to print whatever it "finds" against the Democrats. I'm not even a Democrat, and it is so blatantly apparent that they don't even try to hide it anymore. Newsweek has no more street cred than the National Inquirer.

Jesse

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columbussailor — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:15:26 GMT

I'm sure Mr. Romano's mother is proud that her son has a nice job as a flack on a big mag. But, he's more than a little wrong.

As a reporter, I recently attended an Obama voter registration meeting in RED Tulsa, Oklahoma. I took a poll and twenty-five percent were registered Republicans and said so, adding, "the republican party has no idea how upset we are."

Mr. Romano needs to get out more.

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jbwyatt — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:21:51 GMT

Have you Stumper, or anyone else in the news business for that matter, ever considered the fact that the Republicans who support Obama aren't among the few people who've actually been polled? I know this may come as a surprise to you, but it is possible for these polls to be conducted and have Republicans questioned and not come across a significant number of Obama supporters, and yet there still be a large portion of Republicans who DO support him? There are 300 million Americans and when the MSM reference polls they show the sample size as something like 1,000-5,000 people. I myself have NEVER been contacted and sampled in a poll in regards to a presidential campaign. To me that says that these polls are unreliable for anything other than defining how those 1,000-5,000 people might vote. The real data is in the primaries. Obama AND Clinton EACH received more votes in a primary than any other candidate in history. And both of them are from minority groups, African-American and women, respectively. You can't blame that simply on a prolonged primary fight. Enthusiasm was so high, not just among Democrats, but among independents and cross over voters. John McCain, if you add up all the votes from the GOP primary that he got versus the field, he would lose. That's how divided and unenthusiastic the GOP is right now. McCain was never the favored choice of the right wing of the party, but because the less right wing of the GOP is embarassed and fed up from 8 years of Bush/Cheney, they were able to get McCain thru to the next round. But there aren't enough of those moderate GOP'ers to make up for the lack of enthusiasm of the right wing or overcome the overwhelming enthusiasm of the middle to left of the Democratic party. Sure there is still a loud voice coming from the right wing, trashing Obama, but it's mainly hot air with not a whole lot to back it up. Obama isn't going to win a landslide, despite all the reasons why it should be a Democratic landslide, simply because he is black. While our country has come a long way in the last 40 years, there is still enough doubt and resentment to keep some white voters from doing what they know our country needs. But logic will overcome and Obama will win and his victory will be vindicated by what he accomplishes in office. In the end these polls that everyone rushes to point to as evidence will prove to have been bullocks.

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StrongArm — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:27:21 GMT

golfingfool (August 13, 2008 at 1:57 PM)

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ikie12pts — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:33:03 GMT

I have always been a Democrat, but a lot of my more conservative Republican friends really like Obama. I think it's because they want something new...we've run through the same old rhetoric and the same old "reruns" in party platforms and candidates since the eighties. It's redundant and people are worn out with it. Also, as one of my republican friends said, "I've been a Republican all of my life, but every time there's a Republican president I lose all of my money in the stock market. He's a banker and knows what he's talking about. Is this true? If so, why?

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ikie12pts — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:36:00 GMT

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Amazing! He's a professor, but he's not intelligent enough to be President? HELLO!!!!! "McFly"..."McFly"....."Mcfly".....or "Bueller....Bueller....Bueller"....

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ikie12pts — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:38:10 GMT

My comments are cut off on the right margin. Don't know what's up with that. EVERYTIME THERE'S A REPUBLICAN PRESIDENT, HE LOSES ALL OF HIS MONEY IN THE STOCK MARKET. IS THIS TRUE?

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Russ60 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:40:35 GMT

I'd love to comment on this. I'm a 48 year old male in southwest Missouri, an area that traditionally votes Republican 60-40. I've never once voted for a Democrat in a presidential election. However, this year I have committed to vote for Obama. I joined his web site over a year and a half ago and have canvassed, called and done whatever I could for his campaign. His foreign policy "we'll talk" policy is just what this country needs and as for raising taxes, well they won't be my taxes! I don't make that kind of money. In this area in what are predominately white upper middle class neighborhoods, those that have always voted Republican, you see Obama signs in yards 10:1. That doesn't mean anything once you get to the voting booth, but it's the first time in my lifetime I've seen it, or done it.

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curryjm — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:45:49 GMT

To 4carol: Your comment makes me realize how this election is going to go. It's going to be about class warfare, haves vs. havenots, people who saved their money vs. people who wasted theirs and now want mine, the well-off vs. the not-so-well-off who still want my money anyway. The point I was trying to make is that without "checks and balances" by the Legislative branch over the Executive branch, there are no controls over government. Granted, the Congress has exercised very ineffective control over the Bush administration, but ever since the Democrats got control of Congress, who's fault is that? If Obama does get elected, all I can hope for is the same kind of deadlock that now exists in Illinois where the governor is a Democrat and both the State senate and representatives are Democratically controlled, as well. Nothing gets done in Illinois because the governor has shown himself to be self-serving and dictatorial. As a result of their inabiltiy to get along, they haven't been able to increase the State income tax rate.

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Benetegiii — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:59:38 GMT

I think the most interesting part of this conversation is seeing just how different we as Americans see our America. Some of you are pleased there are Marines dying in Iraq because your leader wishes to impress his daddy. Some of you are deeply concerned that we care more about the republic of Georgia than the genocide in Darfur. It is clear that class has something to do with these disctinctions, religious affilication is another component, and I think that Age is another major component. I believe that the disctinctions are relevant whether someone wishes to improve their immediate circumstances or if someone wishes to improve the American reputation world wide.

This kind of dialectic is what makes America ... AMERICA. And I firmly believe that until we have leaders that drive these conversations toward a middle ground instead of pandering to the far right or far left, then each and every one of your points is valid from your point of view. It is not morality that is flawed in America, it is Integrity that is missing. It is the religious right's campaign to make those terms synonmous that is confusing many people. We as Americans say we are certain things and that we stand for certain things. Lets actually stand for what we say we stand for. How we wish to be treated by our government and others is the standard we should hold ourselves to when it comes to dealing with the world, and the hardline in the sand we should expect our leaders to hold. With this filter either candidate is capable of leading this nation to a better place. A place we have drifted away from...

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StrongArm — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 19:00:03 GMT

It's funny to read some of the hate filled chaff that is being written here about Obama "The tax and spend liberal." It's the same ole crap that GOP folks say about any Dem. And I know none of these folks will think about let alone agree that the Bush adminitration lied about going to war, and lied about our energy policy. I have asked people i know who are GOP through and through about this and why Cheney (DICK) refused (fought) to keep seceret his meetings with Big Oil. I continue to ask because NO ONE WILL TOUCH IT! Gas in Oregon was $1.43 when Bush and DICK to office. DICK had a series of meetings (12) over the course of 18 months. Now that we are faced with skyhigh prices, I only asked Why did DICK fight tooth and nail to keep his meetings seceret?? (WOULD NOT TELL THE AMERICAN PEOPLE WHO IN BIG OIL HE MEANT WITH)

If Obama is a typical tax and spend liberal, what the hell should we call this administration and the GOP?? They said the war would be paid for with Iraq oil LIARS!!!!!!!!!!!! Bush and DICK have been borrowing money for this war and borrowing from...............F'N CHINA!!!!!! We have the largest deficit in history brought on because the OIL BOYZ, George and DICK made an OIL GRAB!! Anyone would thinks we went to war for any other reason is downing that GOP koolaide BY THE GALLONS!!!

You all can hate Obama and make up anything you see fit to tear him down, but he dismantled the vaunted Clinton machine and is now ahead of McBush despite all the crap the GOP has thrown. I will not vote to put McCain in office. Whenever I see some "NEW" revelation about EITHER candidate, I start with Factcheck.org and sift my way through the much and mire until I feel as if I have the right info. If McCain is voted in, this country is screwed!

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bergas — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 19:07:14 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4WMqlfiQKo

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benvictor — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 19:14:22 GMT

Newseek is going to look very foolishly with this type of nonsensical reporting. The polls say otherwise, and democrats are vey worried. And why not. As a Hillary Democrat, I support John McCain because the democratic party annointed one Unfit for duty. Only 4 years ago, their guy was voting "present" in the Illinois state legislature. What American wants to hand over control to someone as inept as this who has no experience, no record of accomplishment, and not trusted by Americans.

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jeff4955 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 19:38:19 GMT

StrongArm,

RIGHT ON! I agree with you. The conservative machine is using FEAR as a weapon. My 80 year old Mom is frightened nearly to death that the "Evil Democrats" will take away her retirement and health benefits. She will vote against her own interests to defeat the very people who would protect her.

I suspect ....before it's all said and done, much worse will spew from the corrupt political machine.

BTW, please don't assume all Republicans are of like mind. My wife and I are sick of the deceit and secrecy....and we're committed to Obama in 2008.

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nancysabet — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:02:15 GMT

Obama's nomiation is a joke. He is NOT QUALIFIED and he is INADEQUATE MAN. Wake up America, this guy is phony! Mark Penn was and is right.

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nancysabet — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:04:29 GMT

who shot Chairman of Arkansas Democratic Party ??? I wonder, he was Hillary supporter!!!

http://elections.foxnews.com/2008/08/13/arkansas-democratic-party-chairman-injured-in-shooting/

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bill c — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:22:28 GMT

debradebra & 4Carol: For what it is worth, I am by no means rich. I have certainly been blessed and have done well, but rich? Not by my accounts. Your comment that I don't care about anyone but myself is laughable, considering the large amounts of money I donate to various charitable organizations.

An Obama presidency will be disastrous for this country. I am no Bush fanatic, but he has kept us safe from those who want us dead (that includes you) and that is what I generally want from my government. I don't want them to give me anything, I don't want them to spend my money as they see fit, I don't want them to decide what causes I should donate to. I want them to leave me and my money alone to do as I desire and I want them to protect me from the bad guys. That is the foundation upon which this country was founded.

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jennifer.j7 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:41:07 GMT

The Democrats supporting John McCain are mostly racists - and most of those people (especially in the south) aren't afraid to tell you that.

Why don't some of you compare McCain and Obama's records and quit saying you "don't know anything about him"...do some research yourself instead of just listening to the facts that are thrown in your face.

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CouldCareLessAnymore — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:12:16 GMT

Yup we are racist against stinking Muslims...

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ajironworks4usa — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:20:26 GMT

So Barack Obama says that the Republicans are going to make you all fear him , because hes not the same looking as the Pictures on the Dollar Bills , so does that make me a Racist because I am Republican ?????

Obama: They're Trying to 'Make You Scared of Me' http://blog.washingtonpost.com/the-trail/2008/07/30/obama_theyre_trying_to_make_yo.html

"You know, he's not patriotic enough. He's got a funny name. You know, he doesn't look like all of those other presidents on the dollar bills."

Is he calling all Republicans racist ???

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tturbozack — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:27:19 GMT

I dont know how many republicans are voting for Obama but, Im one of the many democrats in my group of friends that is voting for McCain, I was totally disgusted with the way that the democrat party turned out to be a bunch of back stabbers. Im seriously thinking of changing my political party after these elections.

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Dam Tired Of This — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:34:50 GMT

Hey Barack........pssssst............I'm a Dem and I'm voting for McCain. I don't care for the socialist agenda that you support. I don't support making anything the people have to pay for out of their hard earned paychecks 'mandatory'! I don't believe in your IDEALISTIC approach to our enemies....case in point 'do you really think Russia would listen to your talk?' Are you going to talk Ahmedinejihad into stopping his Jihad against the petrodollar? How about stopping him from creating nuclear weapons? I don't believe public works programs........they are short term solutions. I don't believe that you have enough experience. I don't believe that you, a civil rights attorney has enough economic experience. I do want to hear, IN DETAIL, exactly what, when, why and how you plan to change my country. I want to hear, IN DETAIL, why the answers on your website to the platform issues match the answers Jesse Jackson used when he ran for president. Oh, I could go on and on and on here, But why bother.

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wildbill69 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:46:54 GMT

Trying hard to sell this lemon!!!

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Jose52 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:47:30 GMT

To Jeff45554543, Right Republican! BS! You libs need to do better.

Red staters do not drink the Koolaid/drugs you are on. Grow up and get a pair!

Maybe you can go to Russia and talk to Putin and make peace! The reality of

the attack of Georgia should convince all libs (hopefully Americans) that Bambi

will never be ready. His recent blunbers has proved that he has no GRAVITAS!

May God Bless America!!!!!

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justanothervet — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:55:44 GMT

"NUTS" - McCain is winning and will triumph over Obama.

I am a registered democrat and will vote for John McCain becuase among many other atributes he respects our military, he will drill for oil, he wants to win the war on terror, and he is saddened and supportive of Georgia (not Russia).

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ramseymj — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:56:44 GMT

Perrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrfect response by Dam Tired, let's fall for the "it's all the Democrats fault" propaganda. Republicans controlled congress for several years before the Democrats got a shot at it a coupe years ago. Di=on't bother to think about the fact that they didn't have enough of a majority to push through legislation. What are they supposed to do, how about a coup d' tat. Who put the policies into place inthe first place. Thie is really a brilliant strategy, let's make sure we get more of the same (garbage) instead of giving someone else a shot. What " presidential "experience" does John McCain have. He has never run anything other than a Senatorial campaign. He's never been the one on the pointy end of the stick, just the mouth lost amongst the many in Congress. What he has been best at is keeping his job. Yes I know he spent a number of years as a prisoner of war, I still have a hard time figuring out how this makes him the next great commander. Yes, I also understand that he at least went in harms way. That is certainly to be applauded, unlike the rest of his "mentors" who used their Washington clout to stay at home.

Brilliant, nobody even thought of it, vote for somebody who is the complete opposite of the of what we want because you are not 100% sure of our candidate. Brilliant, I wish I had thought of it first!!!!

I will freely admit that Obama has not been the commander in cheif, but who has? Unless you want to re-elect a one term president I think you are out of luck.

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disturbingfurniture — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:06:04 GMT

Yes, indeed they DO exist. My parents who have never voted Democrat have vowed to this time. And, uh Mom works for the Republican Party...I'm working on my sister next...

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marv1bmf — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:15:42 GMT

every dem i have talked to will NOT for obama. they dont trust him

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Dam Tired Of This — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:20:37 GMT

Hey Newsweek................could you please fix your systems so that the right half of people's posts aren't cut off by the archive calendar column. Thank you.

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Jose52 — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:38:34 GMT

To distrubingfurniture(whileyousmokeyourpot) You teenagers should educate yourself. Churchill

said when we are young, we think liberal and as we grow, we think and become conservative. Bambi is an empty suit and has no business running for POTUS. Your mom, sis and Hillary could be a better choice. Grow up and join up! We have job opportunities in Iraq or maybe Georgia.

Grab a weapon and stand post. There's russians that want to kill Georgians and you! Hurrrah!

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Dam Tired Of This — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:40:56 GMT

justanothervet,

Something all vets need to know about John McCain.

His vote against the vets benefits was for a good reason:

THE BILL WASN'T GOOD ENOUGH. HE FELT WE COULD

DO BETTER FOR THE VETS AND WANTS A BETTER

BILL WRITTEN.

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Dam Tired Of This — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:49:56 GMT

Jose52,

Right on!

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SophieL — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:06:36 GMT

It doesn't take an overpaid political consultant to see that the Republicans that pushed Obama through the primaries simply wanted the weaker candidate running against McCain.

Can we please have Hillary back now?

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Murray Rizberg — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 17:09:39 GMT

Am I the only person who can't read the comments in their entirety? The right margin is cut short, so I just have to guess what's being posted at the end of each line. It sucks. If it's Newsweek's problem, please fix it; if it's mine, please let me know. Thanks.