Opinion Talk

By Lou

October 7, 2008 8:31 PM | Link to this

This debate is NOT FAIR to McCain! 9:00PM has to be past his bedtime!

Obama will serve McCain up in short order tonight. One maverick going down.

Seriously folks, I have been serious here…McCain is toast.

By McCain - Palin 2008

October 7, 2008 8:42 PM | Link to this

The Obama camp is using the Keating deal against McCain, what a joke. McCain has already said that was the biggest mistake of his life and he was found to have done nothing wrong. At least he admitted it was a mistake to be associated with the deal.

Obama on the other hand has made (still making) many questionable choices, Ayers, Wright, Rezko, Johnson, ACORN and on and on. The difference is, he isn’t man enough to admit his mistakes and instead tries to defend them.

I want a President that is associated with a man that bombs buildings that are paid for with my tax dollars and then not only admits it but is in a recent photo stomping on an American flag. I want a President that has had a spiritual advisor that is as anti-American as anyone can get. I want a President that has advisors on his economic policies that have ridden their financial institutions into the ground.

- NOT -

If that’s what you want, punch the Democratic ticket in four weeks. Your choice.

By Lou is a Do

October 7, 2008 8:46 PM | Link to this

Hey Lou - McCain is from Arizona, any idea what time 9:00 PM eastern time is in Arizona?

Seriously folks, I have been serious here… Lou is a Do….

What a fool!!

By bigave1938

October 7, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this

The problem with this whole mess is that people don’t have a good memory. All the mess we are in was not started by George Bush, but by Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. The Democrats cannot run this country. Okay, let’s pull out of Iraq, and let’s lower our defense’s. That is what will be the downfall of this country. We are deteriorating from the inside and will be vulnerable from the outside, just as the Romans were, just as the Germans, just as the Soviet Union, just as the Greeks, just as the Japanese. Read your history books, if you can get away from this BS.

By Mark

October 7, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this

Tonight McCain will force Obama to tell the truth. No more lies.

Obama is for higher taxes and bigger government. With a trillion dollars in new government programs someone has to pay the bill and it is not just the those earning over $250K per year.

Wake up America, Obama already has his hand reaching for your wallet!!!.

By Ace

October 7, 2008 8:54 PM | Link to this

This Ayers thing about Obama is downright stupid. People, please! Obama sat on a board with Ayers along with several other people, INCLUDING REPUBLICANS! It was a board to help children in poverty. He is not friends with Ayers and Ayers has become a solid citizen. If he wasn’t he’d be in jail. McCain/Palin are just trying to distract the American people to get them away from the issues. Wise up, people. McCain/Palin are a joke!

By Do Me Right

October 7, 2008 8:57 PM | Link to this

Lou - Great comment!

McCain - Palin 2008 - You’re an idiot!

How could anyone in their right mind vote for a man who has voted 90% of the time with the jacka** who’s responsible for the mess our economy is in? McSame keeps preaching change, but if he was so interested in change, he wouldn’t have voted with George W 90% of the time. I wouldn’t care if Obama was black, white or Smurf Blue, as long as he can get this country back on track or somewhere close to it. Myself, like a lot of homeowners, are stuck with homes we can’t sell and adjustable rate mortgages that we can’t refinance out of. Not to mention the huge unemployment rate. That has affected me as well because my employer sent my $15 per hour job to some guy in India who could do it $2 a day. I’m sick and I’m tired of the way things are. McSame isn’t offering anything that will benefit me because I don’t make over $250,000 per year. I want, no I NEED a change that’s going to benefit ME.

By GoDawgs

October 7, 2008 9:03 PM | Link to this

When is America going to wake up. Obama/Biden are nothing but trouble for this country. Some how they’ve gotten the dems believing that “hope and change” will follow. NOBAMA is nothing but trouble.

By Do Me Right

October 7, 2008 9:03 PM | Link to this

bigave 1938 - You’re an idiot too!

Mark - You’re an even bigger idiot!

Ace - Great comment! As least someone on here tonight has their head screwed on right!

No one can understand why this war needs to be over until they have a loved one over there. Carrying the phone with you everywhere, even to the bathroom, because you don’t want to miss one of the very few calls they can make. Worrying like crazy and watching CNN when you don’t hear from them in over a week.

By Wise Up Ace

October 7, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this

Ace

Obama’s political career was launched in Ayers’ livingroom. It is more than a casual friendship.

Wake up and do a little research and you will see that Ayers is just one of many questionable people that Obama is associated with.

By Truthbetold

October 7, 2008 9:10 PM | Link to this

Has anyone noticed the economy has really taken a nose dive since Obama started gaining in the polls? Just a hint to the American people. Fix the economy by electing John McCain. The people that invest want John McCain to be president. When Obama started surging in the polls the confidence of those people went down and they pulled out of the market. Lets get real could our economy really take Obama as President.

By McCain - Palin 2008

October 7, 2008 9:13 PM | Link to this

to - Do Me Right

Oh the way the Democrats operate - disagree with someone so you call them names. Typical.

Now to your comments, I guess I would rather vote for someone that disagrees with his President 10% of his time than someone that is afraid to vote against his party. By the way, Obama voted over half the time (when he voted something besides “present”) with Bush.

Nice try with the McSame name too. I guess maybe I can lower myself to your standards and remind you of how close Obama Biden sound to Osama bin Laden….

Oh and You’re an idiot!

By Debbie

October 7, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this

Would you want the government who created and runs the IRS and allows financial irresponsiblity like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to also govern your health care? Just think, with government sponsored health care you would have to wait for approval for medical treatment. This is socialized medicine. Countries with socialized medicine have more people dying from non-life threatening illness than other industrialized nations. Vote Obama and you’ll move our country into socialism and have government (socialized medicine) health care.

By drew

October 7, 2008 9:22 PM | Link to this

Here is the fact - If OBAMA wins this election you will no longer be citizen, you will be a subject.

Obama is a Socialist and potentially the man who will singlehandedly bring down this Country with his lies, social programs, tax increases and inexperience.

By keithb

October 7, 2008 9:23 PM | Link to this

Ace.

McCain funded the Taliban, helped Iran get arms, and help torture people. Let’s face it, he is loosing on the real issues so his last result is try and bash character and associates. That’s like saying I am a terrorist, when I only met Huey Newton twice as a kid. What McCain is doing is a diversion and those with small minds and homes on wheels will believe that crap. He has stated that he doesnt understand the economy so many times I lost count. I guess economics is not a subject taught at the Naval Academy during that time, or maybe he was to busy being a “Maverick” to learn economics.

By Debbie

October 7, 2008 9:25 PM | Link to this

Obama is so desperate now that he is not only lying about McCain but Obama is lying about himself. For example, he has a friend in Bill Ayers and now says he doesn’t.
No one likes a liar. Obama changes his story in order to get votes. How do you know what he’ll do when IF in a leadership position if he is so desperate to lie now. If his plans are so great, he doesn’t need to lie about the plans of his oponent. But, Obama doesn’t have any plans until his oponent does. Then he just takes the plans of his oponent and calls them his own. Next he lies about his oponent. I thought this only showed up in the movies. Oh, but now, it’s in the media and in Obama’s story everyday. Vote McCain — no need to lie, just tell the truth.

By Do Me Right

October 7, 2008 9:27 PM | Link to this

McCain - Palin 2008 - That’s cool. I’ll be an idiot. An idiot for the next president (Obama) and you will just have to deal with it.

Debbie - Obviously you haven’t done your research on socialized medicine as you call it. In government run health care systems, the health care providers (doctors, nurses, etc.) actually get bonuses based on the how many patients they make and keep well. Everybody loves bonuses so of course you do your job to get one.

By Fact Check

October 7, 2008 9:33 PM | Link to this

Barack Obama voted yes on nearly every spending bill during his time in office – including President Bush’s budgets.

The Facts About Barack Obama’s Record:

Barack Obama Has Never Voted Against A Spending Bill During His Time In The U.S. Senate, With The Exception Of A Supplemental Spending Bill To Fund The Troops In Iraq And Afghanistan. (Library Of Congress Website, “Status Of Appropriations Legislation For Fiscal Year 2009,)

Barack Obama Has Voted For A Total Of 19 Spending Bills During His Time In The U.S. Senate. (Library Of Congress Website, “Status Of Appropriations Legislation For Fiscal Year 2009,”)

Barack Obama Voted Against Providing $94.4 Billion In Critical Funding For The Troops In Iraq And Afghanistan. (H.R. 2206, CQ Vote #181: Passed 80-14: R 42-3; D 37-10; I 1-1, 5/24/07, Obama Voted Nay)

By Fact Check

October 7, 2008 9:35 PM | Link to this

Barack Obama talks about a rescue package but he didn’t lead on the last one and didn’t take a position on AIG.

The Facts About Barack Obama:

Barack Obama Did Not Make Calls To Round Up Votes For The Economic Recovery Package Obama Aides Concede Barack Obama Did Not Make Calls To Round Up Votes. ABC’s JOHN BERMAN: “The McCain campaign has been hammering Obama suggesting he did not take a leading role in the financial negotiations.” SEN. MCCAIN: “At first, he didn’t want to get involved. Then, he was monitoring the situation.” BERMAN: “Indeed, Obama aides say he did not make any calls to help round up votes.” (ABC’s “Good Morning America,” 9/30/08)

Barack Obama “Hinted That Had He Known Earlier The Deal Was Going Down To Defeat He Would Have Worked The Phones Even Harder.” “Obama also hinted that had he known earlier the deal was going down to defeat he would have worked the phones even harder, especially given that some of those who voted no, were some of his early supporters.” (Lee Cowan, “Obama Places No Blame, But…” MSNBC’s “First Read” Blog, http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com, Posted 9/30/08)

Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA) Said He Did Not Feel Pressure To Vote For The Bailout Bill. “Rep. Hank Johnson, D-Ga., told me yesterday that he felt no pressure at all to vote for the bill. ‘For me it was an easy decision,’ Johnson said. ‘The bill has nothing in there that mandates workouts of these foreclosures that are pending. We have up to 5 million that are meant to occur over the next year.’” (Jake Tapper, “And What About Those 95 Democrats?” ABC News’ “Political Punch” Blog, http://blogs.abcnews.com, Posted 9/30/08) Barack Obama Was “Mum” On The Financial Crisis The Washington Times: “Obama Mum On Market Crisis.” “Democratic presidential nominee Sen. Barack Obama opted Friday not to divulge details of his recovery plan for the financial crisis after a morning meeting with his top economic advisers – fearing it would stir Wall Street jitters.” (S.A. Miller, “Obama Mum On Market Crisis,” The Washington Times, 9/20/08)

Barack Obama “Opted Friday Not To Divulge Details Of His Recovery Plan For The Financial Crisis.” “Democratic presidential nominee Sen. Barack Obama opted Friday not to divulge details of his recovery plan for the financial crisis after a morning meeting with his top economic advisers — fearing it would stir Wall Street jitters.” (S.A. Miller, “Obama Mum On Market Crisis,” The Washington Times, 9/20/08)

Fox News’ Major Garrett Reported That Barack Obama Would Not Take A Position On Whether Or Not He Supported Or Opposed The Government Rescue Of AIG. GARRETT: “On the biggest financial issue of the day, Barack Obama would not say if he supported or opposed the government-backed rescue of insurance giant AIG.” BARACK OBAMA: “We don’t know all the details of the arrangement with AIG and the Federal Reserve must ensure that plans protect the families that count on insurance.” GARRETT: “Obama also wants taxpayers protected but executives and shareholders exposed but on the central question to intervene or not, Obama sidestepped. Advisers said lack of details forced caution. The larger political truth: advisors believe anxiety alone is enough to lift Obama in the polls. That is why on the trail, Obama doesn’t talk about specifics of the moment but the nation’s overall direction.” (Fox News’ “The Special Report,” 9/17/08)

By Tom

October 7, 2008 9:35 PM | Link to this

Palin is a Joke and McCain is stupid. He should have picked Mitt Romeny, it would not have been a race Obama would have gone to bed. I wish Ronald Reagan. Its will be a a sad sad for us ing the GOP on Nov 4. Lets face it its over……………………………………………………………………. Reagan/Bush Sr. that is 08

By junerivers

October 7, 2008 9:36 PM | Link to this

its time for new fresh ideas and faces. send grandpa mccain to the shady rest, and silly sarah on her way to a stand up comic career, judging by her performance last week i have no doubt that she will be a smashing success. but as vp, not a chance in hell. GO OBAMA!

By Fact Check

October 7, 2008 9:37 PM | Link to this

John McCain warned two years ago about Freddie and Fannie while Barack Obama was taking their contributions.

The Facts About John McCain’s Record:

John McCain Fought For Greater Oversight Of Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac

John McCain Cosponsored The Federal Housing Enterprise Regulatory Reform Act Of 2005. “‘Mr. President, this week Fannie Mae’s regulator reported that the company’s quarterly reports of profit growth over the past few years were “illusions deliberately and systematically created” by the company’s senior management, which resulted in a $10.6 billion accounting scandal. … I join as a cosponsor of the Federal Housing Enterprise Regulatory Reform Act of 2005, S. 190, to underscore my support for quick passage of GSE regulatory reform legislation.” (Office Of U.S. Senator John McCain, “McCain Statement On Co-Sponsorship Of The Federal Housing Enterprise Regulatory Reform Act Of 2005,” Press Release, 5/26/06) At The Time, John McCain Warned That “If Congress Does Not Act, American Taxpayers Will Continue To Be Exposed To The Enormous Risk That Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac Pose To The Housing Market…” “I join as a cosponsor of the Federal Housing Enterprise Regulatory Reform Act of 2005, S. 190, to underscore my support for quick passage of GSE regulatory reform legislation. If Congress does not act, American taxpayers will continue to be exposed to the enormous risk that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pose to the housing market, the overall financial system, and the economy as a whole.” (Office Of U.S. Senator John McCain, “McCain Statement On Co-Sponsorship Of The Federal Housing Enterprise Regulatory Reform Act Of 2005,” Press Release, 5/26/06) John McCain Co-Sponsored The Federal Enterprise Regulatory Reform Act of 2003 Which Would Have Created The Office of Federal Enterprise Supervision In The Treasury, And Given The New Office’s Director Supervisory And Regulatory Authority Over Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac. (S. 1508, Introduced 7/31/03)

The Washington Post: In 2006, John McCain Pushed For Fannie And Freddie Regulation While “Obama Was Notably Silent.” “In 2006, he pushed for stronger regulation of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — while Mr. Obama was notably silent. ‘If Congress does not act, American taxpayers will continue to be exposed to the enormous risk that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pose to the housing market, the overall financial system, and the economy as a whole,’ Mr. McCain warned at the time.” (Editorial, “‘Always For Less Regulation’?” The Washington Post, 9/19/08) McClatchy: John McCain Called For Increased Regulation Of Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac. “In 2006, he called for tighter regulation of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the two federally chartered, privately run mortgage giants that the government now has taken over.” (Steve Thomma, “Out Of Bounds! Obama Misstates McCain’s Position On Regulation,” McClatchy Newspapers, 9/20/08)

By Fact Check

October 7, 2008 9:39 PM | Link to this

Barack Obama Was “Notably Silent” On Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac

The Washington Post: In 2006, John McCain Pushed For Fannie And Freddie Regulation While “Obama Was Notably Silent.” “In 2006, he pushed for stronger regulation of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — while Mr. Obama was notably silent. ‘If Congress does not act, American taxpayers will continue to be exposed to the enormous risk that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pose to the housing market, the overall financial system, and the economy as a whole,’ Mr. McCain warned at the time.” (Editorial, “‘Always For Less Regulation’?” The Washington Post, 9/19/08)

In Just Four Years, Barack Obama Has Received More Money From Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac Than Any Other Member Of Congress In The Past Two Decades (Since 1989) Except Senate Banking Committee Chairman Sen. Chris Dodd. (Lindsay Renick Mayer, “Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac Invest In Lawmakers,” Center For Responsive Politics’ “Capital Eye” Blog, www.opensecrets.org , 9/11/08)

The Washington Post: “Two Members Of Mr. Obama’s Political Circle, James A. Johnson And Franklin D. Raines, Are Former Chief Executives Of Fannie Mae.” (Editorial, “Tough Decision Coming,” The Washington Post, 8/28/08)

Obama Adviser Jim Johnson Is The Former CEO Of Fannie Mae. “There is no public policy reason to exempt them. It is not fair.’ Inside Fannie Mae’s sprawling Wisconsin Avenue headquarters, Lightfoot’s proposal set off alarms. A team of executives led by chief executive Jim Johnson and Vice Chairman Frank Raines gathered around the firm’s 34-foot-long boardroom table to decide how to respond.” (David A. Vise, “Fannie Mae Lobbies Hard To Protect Its Tax Break,” The Washington Post, 1/16/95)

The Obama Campaign Has Solicited Franklin Raines, Who “Stepped Down As Fannie Mae’s Chief Executive Under The Shadow Of A $6.3 Billion Accounting Scandal,” For “Advice On Mortgage And Housing Policy.” (Anita Huslin, “On The Outside Now, Watching Fannie Falter,” The Washington Post, 7/16/08)

Former President Bill Clinton Said Democrats Bear Responsibility For Resisting Any Efforts To Reform Freddie And Fannie

Former President Bill Clinton: “I think the responsibility that the Democrats have may rest more in resisting any efforts by Republicans in the Congress, or by me when I was President, to put some standards and tighten up a little on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.” (ABC’s “Good Morning America,” 9/25/08)

By Fact Check

October 7, 2008 9:43 PM | Link to this

When rating the candidates, John McCain is still the most conservative with your money.

The Facts:

CITIZENS AGAINST GOVERNMENT WASTE: Barack Obama Has A Low Lifetime Rating Compared To John McCain’s High Lifetime Rating Citizens Against Government Waste Gave Obama A Lifetime Rating Of 18 Percent. (Citizens Against Government Waste, “2007 Senate Ratings,” councilfor.cagw.org, Accessed 10/4/08)

Citizens Against Government Waste Gave McCain A Lifetime Rating Of 88 Percent. (Citizens Against Government Waste, “2007 Senate Ratings,” councilfor.cagw.org, Accessed 10/4/08) NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS: Barack Obama Has Received Low Scores For The 109th And 110th Congresses While John McCain Has Received Perfect Scores The National Federation Of Independent Business Gave Barack Obama A 55 Percent Rating For His Voting Record In The 110th Congress And A 12 Percent Rating For His Voting Record In The 109th Congress. (National Federation Of Independent Business, “109th Congress, U.S. Senate,” capwiz.com/nfib, Accessed 10/4/08; National Federation Of Independent Business, “U.S. Senate, 110th Congress, Combined Sessions,” capwiz.com/nfib, Accessed 10/4/08)

The National Federation Of Independent Business Gave McCain A 100 Percent Rating For His Voting Record In The 110th Congress And A 100 Percent Rating For His Voting Record In The 109th Congress. (National Federation Of Independent Business, “109th Congress, U.S. Senate,” capwiz.com/nfib, Accessed 10/4/08; National Federation Of Independent Business, “U.S. Senate, 110th Congress, Combined Sessions,” capwiz.com/nfib, Accessed 10/4/08) NATIONAL JOURNAL: In 2006 And 2007, Barack Obama Had A Perfect Liberal Score On Economic Issues In 2006 And 2007, Barack Obama Had A Perfect Liberal Score On Economic Issues, According To The National Journal. (Brian Friel, Richard E. Cohen and Kirk Victor, “Obama: Most Liberal Senator In 2007,” National Journal, 1/31/08; Richard E. Cohen, “Left To Right,” National Journal, 3/3/07) NATIONAL TAXPAYERS UNION: Barack Obama Has Received A Grade Of “F” Every Year For His Votes On Reducing The Burden On Taxpayers The National Taxpayers Union Gave Barack Obama An “F” For His Voting Record In 2005, 2006 And 2007. (“National Taxpayers Union Rates Congress: 110th Congress - 1st Session 2007,” www.ntu.org , Accessed 4/9/08; “National Taxpayers Union Rates Congress: 109th Congress - 2nd Session, 2006,” www.ntu.org , Accessed 7/29/08; “National Taxpayers Union Rates Congress: 109th Congress - 1st Session, 2005,” www.ntu.org , Accessed 7/29/08)

The National Taxpayers Union Gave John McCain An “A” For His Voting Record In 2005 And 2006 (No 2007 Ranking). (“National Taxpayers Union Rates Congress: 109th Congress - 2nd Session, 2006,” www.ntu.org , Accessed 7/29/08; “National Taxpayers Union Rates Congress: 109th Congress - 1st Session, 2005,” www.ntu.org , Accessed 7/29/08)

By Kim

October 7, 2008 9:44 PM | Link to this

I believe Obama will win the debate because he shows that he understands the middle class better and McCain can not give straight forward answers. McCain talks to much about what Obama does not do but nothing about what he WILL do. Go Obama!!!!!

By Tom

October 7, 2008 9:46 PM | Link to this

Fact Check. Both will have to get us with Higher Taxes.

By Get it right

October 7, 2008 9:47 PM | Link to this

To anyone who is commenting against Obama, you have to be white! Sorry, but i’m the to type who gets straight to the point and not beat around the bush. In all honesty, the reason why most Caucasians are so against him is because of his ethnicity. I believe that if Obama was white, Mccain wouldn’t even be up for discussion becuase Mccain has a terrible vice president (who by the way has an irresponsible daughter), and they never speak upon the main focus.. which is the economy. They are always attacking Obama! We as americans need to know what is best for our country. I don’t hate Mccain/Palin but i dont believe they are meant to bring a better America. But time will tell, go vote! Becuase i know i will and sorry Mccain camp but im all in for Obama! Change Change Change!!! Not Same Same Same!

By Red

October 7, 2008 9:49 PM | Link to this

So far, it is the same song second verse for both of them. The most outstanding difference so far is that Obama is more of a gentleman the McCain. When McCain is talking, Obama remains seated. When Obama, McCain is pacing back and forth like his shorts are riding up! I keep expecting him to pull them out of his crack right on stage!

By Tom

October 7, 2008 9:57 PM | Link to this

(Get it right) you are a FOOL!!!!! Get off the blog, this has nothing to do with race. There are white people voting for Obama. you an FOOL!!!!!!!!!!!!People like u stink!!!!!!! Go to school and get and education.

By Get it right Got it WRONG

October 7, 2008 10:06 PM | Link to this

Get it right Got it WRONG

Palin has an irresponsible daughter?? And you acuse the whites of racism?? Whoa there buddy, look around a little before you even go there. Let’s drive through the projects in Atlanta and see how many whites are there with irresponsible daughters….. Pots calling one kettle black there isn’t it??

While there may be some white people that will not vote for Obama because he is “partially” black, there are blacks that are voting for him only because he is “partially” black. Check the demographics in the last WSJ poll if you don’t believe my post.

Sorry but I want more than change, I want paper money too. Change is all you will have left with Obama in charge.

By Fact Check

October 7, 2008 10:09 PM | Link to this

*Barack Obama says he supports nuclear energy but that’s not what he said last year. *

The Facts About Barack Obama’s Record

Barack Obama Does Not Support Nuclear Power. Obama: “I start off with the premise that nuclear energy is not optimal. I am not a nuclear energy proponent.” (Sen. Barack Obama, Remarks At Town Hall Event, Newton, IA, 12/30/07)

By Roll Tide Roll

October 7, 2008 10:11 PM | Link to this

Tom, Get It Right is only telling the truth. Sometimes the truth hurts. This is coming from someone that is educated and is a veteran of the United States Navy. Yes, white people are voting for Obama but a large percentage of white people are supporting McCain/Palin only because they cannot bring themselves to vote for a person of color (since Obama is half white and black). Face it there are still racist people and yes there are those that are black that will vote for Obama because he is black. So there you have it from an educated person as you call it.

By keithb

October 7, 2008 10:12 PM | Link to this

(Tom) You are right, there are a lot of white people voting for Obama, but here in GA race is very big part. Just like other southern states. So be careful when you call someone a fool without the real facts.

By Do Me Right

October 7, 2008 10:14 PM | Link to this

Kim - Great comment!

Tom - $%#@?

Get it right - Great comment!

Red - I agree. LOL.

As for race being a factor… well let’s just call a spade a spade. Yes there are some white people voting for Obama and I applaud them for being able to look past race and focus on who’s best to get our country back on track. It has already been said and confirmed that a lot of white people will not vote for Obama just because he is black, not even acknowledging he is half white. These white voters do not agree with McSame, but they are willing to let this country suffer even more just because of something stupid like race. America has become one of the most diverse countries in the world and that’s not going to change anytime soon. I for one cannot go back to Africa because that’s not where I came from. LOL.

By Fact Check

October 7, 2008 10:20 PM | Link to this

Senate Democrats Are Already Raising Doubts About The Likelihood That The Obama Plan Will Pass:

Senior Congressional Democrats Are “Maneuvering To Lower Public Expectations” Of Barack Obama’s Health Care Promises. “Congressional Democrats are backing away from healthcare reform promises made by their two presidential candidates, saying that even if their party controls the White House and Congress, sweeping change will be difficult. It is still seven months before Election Day, but already senior Democrats are maneuvering to lower public expectations on the key policy issue.” (Manu Raju, “Dems Hedge On Healthcare,” The Hill, 4/23/08)

Barack Obama’s Promises To Deliver Universal Care On The Campaign Trail “May Not Match The Political Reality On Capitol Hill.” “For some senators, the promises made by Sens. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) and Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) outside of Washington may not match the political reality on Capitol Hill.” (Manu Raju, “Dems Hedge On Healthcare,” The Hill, 4/23/08)

Sen. Jay Rockefeller (D-WV) On The Obama Health Care Plan: “We all know there is not enough money to do all this stuff… What they are doing is…laying out their ambitions.” (Manu Raju, “Dems Hedge On Healthcare,” The Hill, 4/23/08)

Sen. Chuck Schumer Questions If The U.S. Is “Ready For A Major National Heath Care Plan.” “Sen. Charles Schumer (N.Y.), a member of Senate Democratic leadership and a key Hillary Clinton ally who also sits on the Finance Committee, said he is ‘not sure we have the big plan on healthcare. … Healthcare I feel strongly about, but I am not sure that we’re ready for a major national healthcare plan,’ Schumer said.” (Manu Raju, “Dems Hedge On Healthcare,” The Hill, 4/23/08)

By Do Me Right

October 7, 2008 10:20 PM | Link to this

Fact check? Maybe you should get a job at CNN or on McCain’s staff since you are such a good researcher. LOL.

I personally don’t need to check any facts to decide that I don’t want another 8 years of what we just had. Please find some facts that proves a man who voted 90% of time with George W has something different to offer.

By keithb

October 7, 2008 10:21 PM | Link to this

This is pretty much a flatline debate, same questions and same answers as before. No one is blowing up at anyone, but I will let the political analyst decipher who said what and how someone acted.

By david

October 7, 2008 10:25 PM | Link to this

ok people, everytime the AJC opens these blogs for discussion, we go after each other about race. This is not an issue of race people! Too many people are losing their jobs, homes, health care and energy(gas) are high as all get out. The finacial markets have crashed 2 times in the past 2 weeks. Get real everyone, think about and stick to th issues, make sure that you vote, and make sure this time that the person gets into the white house. We as a nation cannot afford another 4 years that are like the last 8! Vot and make your voice heard and stop all of the going back and forth about black this and white that! Choose wisely folks, your future(and your children’s future) ddepends on it! Obamba/Biden 08!

By Fact Check

October 7, 2008 10:26 PM | Link to this

Democrats And Editorials Have Criticized Barack Obama’s Statements On Pakistan:

Joe Biden: “The Last Thing You Want To Do Is Telegraph To The Folks In Pakistan That We’re About To Violate Quote ‘Their Sovereignty.’” Question: “Senator Obama said in a speech today that he would send troops into Pakistan. Do you think this is a good idea or does this show inexperience in foreign policy?” Sen. Biden: “Yes.” Question: “Does this show inexperience?” Sen. Biden: “My answer was yes to the question. … The last thing you want to do is telegraph to the folks in Pakistan that we’re about to violate quote ‘their sovereignty,’ putting Musharraf in a position that makes it virtually impossible for him to do anything other than what he’s done.” (Sen. Joe Biden, Remarks At The National Press Club, Washington, DC, 8/1/07)

Senator Hillary Clinton: “Senator Obama Said, Yes, Last Summer He Basically Threatened To Bomb Pakistan, Which I Don’t Think Was A Particularly Wise Position To Take.” Clinton: “And on a number of other issues, I just believe that, you know, as Senator Obama said, yes, last summer he basically threatened to bomb Pakistan, which I don’t think was a particularly wise position to take.” (Sen. Clinton, NBC Democrat Presidential Debate, Cleveland, OH, 2/26/08)

Los Angeles Times: Barack Obama’s Vow To “Violate Pakistani Sovereignty And International Law” Could Possibly Show That Pakistan Is A U.S. Puppet And Could “Empower Radical Islamists.” “Second, the best way to empower radical Islamists in Pakistan is to offer proof of their views that Musharraf is a U.S. puppet and that the United States is a fair-weather friend with no respect for the Pakistani nation. Democratic presidential candidates Sens. Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton did our national interest a disservice last week when, to score political ‘tougher than thou’ points, they recklessly vowed to violate Pakistani sovereignty and international law. Pakistanis of many stripes were outraged.” (Editorial, “Strategic Silence,” Los Angeles Times, 8/7/07)

Daily News: Barack Obama’s Statement That He Would Bomb Pakistan Was “Not A Display Of Presidential Wisdom.” “It would not be unreasonable, under the right circumstances, to bombard an Al Qaeda aerie in Pakistan. But saying so outright is not a display of presidential wisdom. Pakistan is, after all, a nuclear-capable ally under intense pressure from Muslim hard-liners.” (Editorial, “Bumbling Obama,” [New York] Daily News, 8/3/07)

By Lifelong Hawks Fan

October 7, 2008 10:30 PM | Link to this

Well done Fact Check! Unfortunately, people have their minds made up period. Nobody likes to think for themselves or seek out truth today. As a mass public, we are weakly unintelligent. But individually, we are extremely smart.

Those who have done their homework and are voting on the pure issues and how it affects their own lives are the people who I respect the most. I respect you for thinking on your own regardless of the candidate. I hope every registered voter votes on each and every election. Good luck to both candidates.

By Fact Check

October 7, 2008 10:34 PM | Link to this

Ha Ha Ha - Like CNN (Comunist News Network) cares about facts.

Just remember that Obama will be the second coming of Jimmy Carter. If that isn’t enough to change your vote then I don’t know what would be. Bush may not be the best but he is stll better than the worst we have had (Carter)

You have been drinking the Kool Aid if you think McCain is the same a Bush. Listen enough to the lies that you are believing them.

By Joseph Stalin

October 7, 2008 10:40 PM | Link to this

Vote for Barack Obama -

Nikolai Lenin was a “Community Organizer,” Too!

By Do Me Right

October 7, 2008 10:42 PM | Link to this

Fact check - Bush has the lowest presidential rating in history and you call him better? What kind of clueless drink are you drinking?

By Roe V. Wade

October 7, 2008 10:45 PM | Link to this

Abortion should only be legal in severe cases where there is a danger that the child, or one of the prospective fathers, might be black.

By Vick Supporter

October 7, 2008 10:49 PM | Link to this

OBAMA beat that a$$!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! McCain is DONE!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Vick Supporter

October 7, 2008 10:57 PM | Link to this

Now presenting……. The President of the United States…… Barack…..Obama!!!!!!

By keithb

October 7, 2008 11:21 PM | Link to this

Posting on the blog is a waste. All you are doing is giving free press for the AJC. Stop doing their work for them, they already do nothing anyway.