Obama and Clinton

It looks like it is going to be a done deal, Obama is going to get the nod for nomination. I'm torn here. I don't mean to be the guy saying that the emporer has no clothes, but, I just don't know what he has substance-wise. I know that's an easy critcism to lob at someone, and Obama in particular, but let me explain.

I have listened to a lot of his campaign speeches, and in particular I am thinking of his win speech last Tuesday, April 6. I think he's got a positive attitude, but I think he speaks in generic cliches. Yes, I agree, I'd love to see this country go from polarized to more unified. I'd love to see blue collar workers be able to support their families on a blue collar worker salary. I'd love to see the US pull out of the war in Iraq. But, other than his saying these things, I don't know HOW he'd do any of these things.

Does Clinton have any more substantive answers? Yes, but not by much. I have to give her credit for having the hands-on learning experience having tried to implement national healthcare back in 1992. I agree with her that the government needs to act on such matters as healthcare reform and I respect that she's been there.

But, it does appear that Obama will be the Dem's candidate. Will I vote for him over McCain? Yeah, of course I will. The more I hear McCain, the more unsettled I feel. Just his stance on the military's future in Iraq is enough for me to not want him for President.

Anyway, have fun.

Barack Obama as VEEP?

I have to admit, it was a bit ballsy for Clinton to speak about her and Obama as running mates, with Obama as the VP. But if Barry was smart, this may be a winning strategy, if he was, indeed, behind in the primaries.

Democrats would likely be more successful of winning the Presidential contest with Clinton against McCain than Barry. Many Dems have said they'd give their vote to McCain or Nadar if Obama was the nominee. Is this abandoning the party?

Barry is just not the strongest Democratice candidate to win the general election. Do we want 4 more years under a Republican? Or as some are saying "McSame?" I fear that is what will happen if BO wins the nomination on goes on to the GE. I don't think he can beat McCain. That's what we have to look at in the end - who can beat this guy.

Clinton was probably premature on making this kind of statement since she is not in the lead. It would've come across much better if the situation were reversed. If Barry ran as VP, he might then gain the experience he needs and move into Presidency after 4 or 8 years, for another, well, 4 or 8 years. This could possibly secure him 12-16 years of employment, instead of ZERO. This is the big picture Dems should be looking at!

The Democrats out there in the world need to think of this. Barry is a sure loser against McCain unless you all do something about this now.

Think long and hard folks before you raise your hand or cast your ballot.

The Thing About Obama...

I'm sorry, but exactly what has Barry done to win over America in this race toward the nomination? I cannot figure it out. Why are our savvy citizens SO QUICK to support someone who has minimal political experience, is rather young, and has YET to explain his plans to:

• End the "war" in Iraq
• Provide universal healthcare
• Increase energry independence

I am a bit disturbed by this. My feeling is that America is afraid to support a woman. I rarely hear people admit they are for Clinton, in fact, until they hear someone else supports her, they are embarrassed to admit it first. WHY???

There are still hundreds of thousands from the Good Ol' Boys Club who have a low opinion of women in general and unfortunately would not give an intelligent, well-spoken, educated woman a second thought because she is, in fact, a woman. Don't forget these types of men control the household so you can COUNT ON their wives and possibly their adult children following suit.

This brings me to another group of people: our youth. Now that this snotty generation is old enough to perform their civic duty as voters, they are supporting Obama in large numbers. My guess is it's because Hillary reminds them of their moms... and between the ages of 18-24 when they "know everything," and think their parents know jack shit, Hillary would be the last person they'd support. Instead, they go for someone only a couple of decades older than them. This is scary. I don't trust this generation. They are unreasonable know-it-alls and the fate of MY country possibly lies in their hands. Go ask them why they support Obama and you won't get some wise speech filled with facts and figures.

WAKE UP PEOPLE. Don't be afraid to go with your heart. Don't be afraid to go with the facts. If Hillary can deal with a rat of a husband like Bill, don't you think she's got what it takes to lead us into greatness?

Sorry Barry, but if you do get the nomination, I may have to change teams. Or worse, vote green.