Opinion Talk

By cd

October 15, 2008 10:42 PM | Link to this

McCain is done. He is not the president myself or anyone who had the issues my community has. All he cares about is making sure people who are doing just fine keep all their money. McCain never addresses the issues he is only intrested in attacking to Obama instead of addressing the issues.

By BUM

October 15, 2008 10:42 PM | Link to this

John McCain is a bitter old man who looked tired and sad.

Barack Obama is a vibrant young man who looked presidential.

This was John McCain’s best performance of the debates. Hands down. It was his best night.

And Barack Obama OWNED him!

By No_Osama08

October 15, 2008 10:43 PM | Link to this

Mccain had Obama back peddling all night…big win for McCain which will carry him to win in Nov.

By Bear

October 15, 2008 10:47 PM | Link to this

The look on John McCain’s face when Obama told Joe Plummer how much he’d be fined “ZERO!” was an instant classic!

Was it shock? Was it stunned oblivion? Was it “what just hit me?”

McCain got his clock cleaned.

I almost felt sorry for him. But I didn’t.

By Joanna

October 15, 2008 10:48 PM | Link to this

How can McCain pretend to support programs like education, child health care and medical research while he promises a freeze on program spending in the same breath? I need someone to explain how you can invest in federal programs while suspending funding. (investing being the key word here)

By ObeWan

October 15, 2008 10:50 PM | Link to this

I thought Mccain did much better in this debate than in the ones in the past. However, listening to his responses was like watching someone attempting ot herd kittens. He could not stay on point and was evasive.

Mccain reminded me of the old guy next door who was upset that my baseball landed in his fornt yard.

Obama was measured in his responses though seemed to become agitated at Mccain’s interuptions of his replies.

Obama was clear in laying down his plans while Mccain was sketchy and seemed intent to attack rather than answer.

I wanted to hear what these candidates would do for me and this country. Obama was the clear winner and he earned my vote tonight.

By Will

October 15, 2008 10:53 PM | Link to this

It is sad to see Obama try and back-pedel. I am in middle class America and if I work hard for my money, why should I be taxed higher than those who feed off my tax dollars? Vote Obama if you like living off the government!

By Will

October 15, 2008 10:53 PM | Link to this

It is sad to see Obama try and back-pedel. I am in middle class America and if I work hard for my money, why should I be taxed higher than those who feed off my tax dollars? Vote Obama if you like living off the government!

By DJ

October 15, 2008 10:53 PM | Link to this

I’m glad Obama was able to address the personal issues that McCain have been making. Even after Obama defended himself, McCain said he was lying. Never satisfied. McCsin was suprised to hear he was wrong about Obama’s healthcare plan (facial expressions). By the way, is Joe six-pack and Joe plumber the same person?

By Joe Plummer

October 15, 2008 10:54 PM | Link to this

Thank goodness that’s the last debate!

I couldn’t stand to watch John McCain get his nose rubbed in it another time. He’s not in Barack Obama’s league. McCain is a light weight (an old, tired, out of shape light weight) getting blown away by a young, strong, tip top shape heavy weight.

This is a mismatch of historical proportions. And the results in November will document this fact.

Obama will blow him away.

Big Time.

By Maverick

October 15, 2008 10:55 PM | Link to this

Obama brings home the WIN once again. The only difference was he wiped the Lipstick off of McCain this time, and made him turn Joe sixpack into Joe Plummer???

By GaLiberal

October 15, 2008 10:56 PM | Link to this

If there was any doubt remaining, it was completely dispelled tonite. John McCain is a Karl Rove, lying, dishonorable Rethuglicon. He and his party do not deserve my vote. His lame attempt to connect Obama to Ayres came across as bitter and ham fisted. If Obama can be linked to supporting a “domestic terrorist” then McCain can be linked to supporting Communists. McCain worked, slept, and talked to them for five years while in Vietnam. Of course, that’s completely ridiculous as is tying Obama to Ayres. I’ll remember in November. Will you?

True to their tactics, Rethuglicons will continue to repeat this lie until it becomes accepted as the truth. This is a brainwashing technique used to get people to believe something they would otherwise reject. No wonder McCain will carry Georgia and many other Southern states. Their racist leanings already make them suspicious of anyone that’s black. Very easy pickings for the Rethuglicon party.

When you vote Rethuglicon, you vote against your own best interests. And McCain’s desparate attempt to smear Obama is living proof.

By Wallace

October 15, 2008 10:58 PM | Link to this

McCain looked pathetic tonight.

It’s over.

I’m taking the sign out of my yard and the bumper sticker off of my car. McCain has lost this election. And it won’t be close.

I can’t believe I contributed money to his campaign! What a waste!

By matou

October 15, 2008 10:59 PM | Link to this

GOOD BYE Mc Cain!

By lauren

October 15, 2008 11:01 PM | Link to this

McCain isn’t as eloquent and as polished a politician as Obama, but he spoke from the heart and was believable on all of his points. We were expecting more from Obama, but he didn’t deliver. O’s closing statement gave us a creepy feeling of doom. We’re about “sacrificed” out here. Responsible?? What the hey does that mean??? Gawd!!!

By William

October 15, 2008 11:02 PM | Link to this

Obama won the debate. All McCain wants to do is attack with negative. He is behind because he supported the idiot in the White House, people are not swallowing negative attack ads and the Republicans don’t have any other options, and McSane is old and out of ideas. You guys in my home state of GA need to do the right thing and put Obama (fresh and new) in the White House.

By Kim

October 15, 2008 11:03 PM | Link to this

Thank God McCain finally had a debate “worthy” of watching.. Even though he kept referring/comparing the Obama which was unnecessary. CLEARLY OBAMA WON< JUST LIKE THE OTHER TWO!

AND JUST LIKE HE’LL WIN ON ELECTION DAY!

By Kim

October 15, 2008 11:04 PM | Link to this

Thank God McCain finally had a debate “worthy” of watching.. Even though he kept referring/comparing the Obama which was unnecessary.That didnt really didnt help becuase Obama answered every question without having to stoop low and he came back every single time. CLEARLY OBAMA WON< JUST LIKE THE OTHER TWO!

AND JUST LIKE HE’LL WIN ON ELECTION DAY!

By TRAVIS

October 15, 2008 11:05 PM | Link to this

TO PUT THIS IS JOE PLUMMERS TERMS……

MAYBE IT WAS MCCAIN’S BEST DEBATE BUT HE SPENDS TO MUCH TIME ON WHY OBAMA SHOULDNT BE PRESIDENT WHILE NOT GIVING ENOUGH REASONS WHY HE SHOULD BE ELECTED!

OBAMA WINS

By sl

October 15, 2008 11:09 PM | Link to this

Oh my god, 99% of you people are insane…you actually would vote for Chairman Mau Obama? Wake up. You obviously have fallen into the hype that your saviour, Obama is going to get you some feebees! NOT raise your taxes. You will get to reap rewards off SUCCESSUL PEOPLES SUCCESS! How sad…how about YOU make the right choices in your own life, take chances, risk it all, open your own business, hopefully be a success, then come back and see if you feel higher taxes will HELP your risk, or HURT. See if you then want to “spread YOUR wealth around. I am floored so many people are so lazy, and willing to live off those of us that that have already suceeded. The bottom line is this. If you are PRO more gov’t and distribution of wealth, Obama is your guy. If your PRO CAPITALISM ( know what that is?) and getting to choose your own path, McCain is your man. God help us all should Chairman Mau Obama take office!

By kia

October 15, 2008 11:13 PM | Link to this

GOOD OBAMA! He did great tonight. McCain just wanted to attack. He must have felt it was his last ditch effort to win votes ut he lost a lot!

By S

October 15, 2008 11:13 PM | Link to this

Obama clearly told the American Public what his plans were for fixing the economy. McCain did nothing except mudsling. No one wants to hear mudsling, they want to know what will be done to bring the economy back. McCain lost for the 3rd time…3 strikes, McCain is OUT!!!!!

By kia

October 15, 2008 11:13 PM | Link to this

GO OBAMA! He did great tonight. McCain just wanted to attack. He must have felt it was his last ditch effort to win votes but he lost a lot!

By Murphy

October 15, 2008 11:14 PM | Link to this

McCain definitely exceeded expectations, maybe they gave him speed before the debate…he kept fumbling his words and looked like he was going to explode…but hey, at least he didnt look like a corpse like he did in the last debate!

McCain contradicted himself so many times talking about deregulation and “looking at the records.” He knows his supporters dont do research!

Obama actually stands for something, and it is a good thing to have a reality check from time to time. Change is more than a slogan. It is motivation and hope!

Murphy Norman Athens, GA

By Red

October 15, 2008 11:16 PM | Link to this

McCain did his best tonight. It is too little, too late.

The ten minutes spent on the John Lewis comments took ten minutes away from what is important to the average American. Spending that time on Lewis gave credit to those comments. It should not have been mentioned.

McCain’s comments about not being Bush were on point. But, again, too little, too late.

I think McCain’s comments about Palin’s passion for autism were playing on voter sympathies. Did not work for me. I agree autism needs more research. However, juvenile diabetes runs in my family. If one of Palin’s children had diabetes, would this be the focus of her appeal? I think all childhood diseases should receive more attention.

By S

October 15, 2008 11:17 PM | Link to this

sl, Are you that ignorant. Look what we have had for the last 8 years. McCain will just do more of the same. He voted with Bush 90% of the time. All the fat cats in government will get even fatter if you elect McCain. Pali? I won’t even go there. She is a total embarassment to the candidacy. and an even bigger embarassment to the women of the United States. Obama has plans, McCain has nothing.

By JP

October 15, 2008 11:21 PM | Link to this

You know, it amazes me that Obama can smooth talk his way out of associations with shady characters like: Rev. Wright, Bill Ayers and funding Acorn, which is now accused of voter fraud. People just don’t care, I guess. What has he actually accomplished? “Change” We will see how he changes when he gets in office and we will say, “what were we thinking?”

By Murphy

October 15, 2008 11:22 PM | Link to this

McCain definitely exceeded expectations, maybe they gave him speed before the debate…he kept fumbling his words and looked like he was going to explode…but hey, at least he didnt look like a corpse like he did in the last debate!

McCain contradicted himself so many times talking about deregulation and “looking at the records.” He knows his supporters dont do research!

Obama actually stands for something, and it is a good thing to have a reality check from time to time. Change is more than a slogan. It is motivation and hope!

Murphy Norman Athens, GA

By Sarah Palin

October 15, 2008 11:22 PM | Link to this

ok..ok…John had a few good zingers like we practiced, but that damn Barack kept wanting to talk about the issues…geeez. How can we get our zingers off if we keep trying to talk about the issues??? Betcha the next debate will be better for us!

By NC For McCain

October 15, 2008 11:25 PM | Link to this

McCain clearly won this debate. It wasn’t even close. You people who support Obama are so lost and confused. You are all buying in to a lie. Obama is a bad person with no back up for anything that he claims to support. He has done nothing of consequence to earn my vote or respect. See him for what he is, a half American, half Muslim who has never fought for our country and has done nothing to earn your vote!

By truthteller

October 15, 2008 11:25 PM | Link to this

The educated voter will look at tonight’s debate and see where both candidates did well but can’t deny that Obama was backtracking and stuttering most of the night. Close but a solid McCain win.

The drunken “I didn’t inhale” democrat will spout some incoherant babble about how great Obama is right before they pass out on the floor.

We’ve got ourselves a race…except in Georgia where Obama is McCain’s doormat.

By Jeremyoo7

October 15, 2008 11:26 PM | Link to this

Obama lost this debate in a big way. He has no real answers for the big issues that face this country. If you want a change that will put this country into more of a tailspin than Obama is your man.

By Pastor Carl

October 15, 2008 11:29 PM | Link to this

John McCain continues to look like an angry troll, his frail attempt at a smile looks like a painful grimace as he grits his teeth. He appears content to be petty, talks and ancillary nonsensical issues about which none of us are interested, and refuses to acknowledge the failure of the Bush policies that he supported 97% of time. On the other hand, Obama appeared in command of subject matter, lucid, correcting without the attack—and presidential. He was even able to pay Palin a genuine compliment in the face of her Air-headed attacks of him. Obama will win on a landslide!

By GA in TX

October 15, 2008 11:29 PM | Link to this

Chairman Mau…Chairman Mau…didn’t he “pal around” with Stahlen, Crooschev and Kastrow?

Seriously…do you know what your repeated misspelling of MAO tells me? It tells me that you’ve never in your life READ anything about the topics you are ranting about. It tells me that your information is derived soley from auditory sources, like talk radio or radical right-wing television broadcasts.

Really, simply put, any decently educated high school student would know the proper spelling of the name of one of the most imporant historical figures of the 20th century.

This leads me to conclude that everything you say is tainted by sheer ignorance of…well…anything remotely resembling political thought and education. But please. Continue to tell us that we don’t know what capitalism is. Perhaps you can enlighten us?

As a Marketing doctoral student, I’m dying to hear exactly how your opinion compares with, oh, let’s be basic - Adam Smith’s description of the Market and Capital?

By CBAB

October 15, 2008 11:31 PM | Link to this

Yes, McCain did better than his last two debates. But, once again Obama won for the third time. So, this tell you who is the best candidate.

By Govtleeches

October 15, 2008 11:33 PM | Link to this

People…it’s the AJC…I just got my bill to renew this liberal rag and now that I know I can get coupons online…I won’t be renewing. Libs love uneducated voters that want the governement to provide for them…so does the AJC. I don’t listen to surveys, polls or message boards. I’m educated and believe in democracy (not socialism) and believe that people that have cell phones and cable TV but can’t pay their mortgage are living the American fantasy not the Dream. I hope Obama get s you your check…just like Ken Nugent…the rest of us will continue to work hard, live within our means, and strive for genuine happiness instead of just keeping up with the Joneses. I’ll tell you one thing, if it was between me choosing a cell phone, plasma TV or SUV…or my kids having a roof over their head…I’d choose the latter and not excpect others to bail me out.

By sl

October 15, 2008 11:37 PM | Link to this

“S”, yea thats it, I am ignorant. Thats why I have a multi million dollar corporation that I started myself with my own capital, risked it all, took the leap of faith that I could be successful, have since hired and employee over 100 people……yea that’s it, I am ignorant.

How about this logic. Maybe I am concerned that Chairman Mau Obama does not think that my “contribution” of about 35-40% in taxes each year is NOT ENOUGH. That because I earn over $250K I am considered, the “evil rich”, tand should be willing to “share the wealth”, “spread it around”. Who in their right mind would start a business with all that is at stake, and do so knowing that their success will have to be shared in UNEQUAL % basis to help fund losers, or sorry, “less fortunate” as “you people” like to refer to yourselves as. Its simple. I am for LESS Gov’t and PRO CAPITALISM. Suck on that and don’t forget to ask if your next person in line would like fries with their Hamburger.

By sl

October 15, 2008 11:47 PM | Link to this

“Ga In Texas”, typical response one would expect from someone that has NEVER taken any chances in life. Go ahead, explain to your 9th grade public High class tomorrow all about Capitalism. Hey, maybe you will get a raise that those of us successful people can pay for. Enjoy it, glad to help you out.

By Disdain for McCain

October 15, 2008 11:51 PM | Link to this

McCain’s campaign (you know the one – capitalize and prey on the fears of paranoid, extremist right-winged Americans who just don’t know any better) just backfired on him!

McCain’s typical diversion tactics of making personal attacks against Obama and evasion of the real issues only bring to light the weakness and desperation of his campaign and his politics!

McCain’s no maverick. He’s more of a steer! What an emotion reck.

Obama’s a true diplomat. He met McCain’s attacks on his character with fierce rebuttal, and put the debate back on track to address the important issues that really matter to the people of this great nation!

See ya McCain!

By carina

October 15, 2008 11:55 PM | Link to this

Hello, Im not Joe the Plumber, Im a single mom with no health insurance who works every week and goes to college.. Im a woman whos child almost failed the 8th grade because of “No child left behind”. Im a woman who believes the govt has no right to tell me what to do with my body. Im a woman who bought a home with a sub prime loan and has filed bankruptcy to keep from losing it.. im a woman who needs the govt to stop rewarding the rich and start helping the middle.. im a woman who pays taxes and doesnt mind paying if it betters my fellow americans. Im a white woman who doesnt look at the color of skin but the content of character. Im a woman who is VOTING for barrack OBAMA, are you Joe six pack? joe the plumber?, because I cant buy a six pack of beer or a plumbing business, I can barely buy gas, JOIN ME VOTE FOR OBAMA/BIDEN 08!!!!!!

By tinker

October 15, 2008 11:58 PM | Link to this

Hey sl,

I’ve done all those things. Worked hard, lived beneath my means, saved, been charitable and paid my taxes without too much complaint (who do you think pays for our soldiers, VA, police,fire, etc. IT HAS VANISHED UNDER THE REPUBLICANS!

My husband and I are BOTH unemployed, with no good prospects and no healthcare. A slip in the shower could bankrupt us! All we have left - which is disappearing daily - would be wiped out.

YOU SHOULD NOT HAVE TO CHOOSE BETWEEN DEATH AND DESTITUTION. We are college educated, white collar, very frugal people. To you I say, walk in my shoes. I am so tired of the self-righteous, sanctimonious, the “do-nothings want my money” tirade. I want MY money!!

I’d like to call you a bad name - but I won’t - I’ll just call you an ignorant twit.

By GA in TX

October 15, 2008 11:59 PM | Link to this

So…you can’t actually describe Smith’s interpretation of the Market? You can just rant about how you love capitalism (which, as a student of BUSINESS I also embrace) and how I must serve french fries to people?

I love when people who can’t spell common words claim to be multi-millionaires. It always entertains me.

By the way - how exactly do you define me as “less fortunate”? Not only am I being paid to attend graduate school - because of my consistent level of academic acheivement and multiple years of succesful work experience in the private sector between degrees, but I will be eventually entering into a market where the average starting salary is $113K?

Truly - people like you crack me up. You rant and rave about things that you claim to be expert on, yet obviously lack even the basic skills required to hold said expertise.

Good luck in fantasy-land!

By BUM

October 15, 2008 11:59 PM | Link to this

It appears “spelling” and “grammar” are not required to “have a multi million dollar corporation” these days. But one wonders what exactly “employee over 100 people” means.

If you are really “for LESS Gov’t and PRO CAPITALISM” then what’s your opinion of the republican party and its stewardship over the last eight years? Biggest expansion of the federal government in history. Largest intervention in private markets in history.

Please, (not) ignorant one, explain it to us so we can understand.

By Sharon/independent

October 16, 2008 12:01 AM | Link to this

John McCain clearly won this debate. Obama was rattled the whole time. I’m not sure what debate some of you were watching.

By Sharon/independent

October 16, 2008 12:01 AM | Link to this

John McCain clearly won this debate. Obama was rattled the whole time. I’m not sure what debate some of you were watching.

By Sharon/independent

October 16, 2008 12:01 AM | Link to this

John McCain clearly won this debate. Obama was rattled the whole time. I’m not sure what debate some of you were watching.

By Sharon/independent

October 16, 2008 12:02 AM | Link to this

John McCain clearly won this debate. Obama was rattled the whole time. I’m not sure what debate some of you were watching.

By tinker

October 16, 2008 12:15 AM | Link to this

To GA in TX - You go girl!!!guy?!!!

I suspect this very wealthy, business savvy, titan of commerce, is probably in the porn business on the internet. I know a few wealthy people myself (used to think I was one), and there a few who are not getting there clock cleaned at the mmoment.

What a twinkie… in addition to being an ignorant twit.

By Tinker

October 16, 2008 12:17 AM | Link to this

Ooops - that would be getting “their” clock cleaned. Will put on glassed.

By Tinker

October 16, 2008 12:17 AM | Link to this

Ooops - that would be getting “their” clock cleaned. Will put on glasses.

By politics as usual

October 16, 2008 12:26 AM | Link to this

McCain won the first 30 min.Obama won the last 60min.FOX NEWS will tell you that……..SPREAD THE WEALTH.DONT HIDE IT, DIVIDE IT.

By jEP

October 16, 2008 12:34 AM | Link to this

Go McCain! Save our babies!!!

By Chad

October 16, 2008 12:34 AM | Link to this

So the AJC comes out with their little goonies insinuating that Obama won. It’s so New York Times. We’ll find out in three weeks how your guy has done, liberals. After all, even Democrats are wondering why Obama isn’t running away from McCain in the polls with like a 25% LEAD, like he should have been doing four months ago. Considering you Democrats have had the media 110% behind your guy, and EVERYTHING negative said about Barack is considered RACIST, that’s pathetic!

Here’s one more little snippet for you liberal socialist Dummycrats to chew on: Reagan was 8 points behind Mondale in the polls just two weeks prior to the election in 1984.

By Chad

October 16, 2008 12:38 AM | Link to this

SPREAD THE WEALTH.DONT HIDE IT, DIVIDE IT.

And it will go overseas faster than snot through a sick pig. You boneheads on the left have no idea who and what you are voting for. Hope you enjoy your feel good joy, because it’s going to be short lived in a REAL depression under full socialist/marxist democrat government rule.

By JW

October 16, 2008 12:39 AM | Link to this

“WAKE UP AMERICA!! OBAMA’S TAX PLAN IS SOCIALISM NOT CAPITALISM!!! IT IS A REDISTRIBUTION OF INCOME!! THEY IS THE BASES OF SOCIALISM NOT CAPITALISM! YOU SHOULD BE FREE TO GO OUT AND MAKE LOTS OF MONEY AND NOT BE PENTALIZED FOR DOING THAT!! THAT IS WHAT CAPITALSM SHOULD BE ALL ABOUT!! PLEASE WAKE UP AMERICA BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE!!”

By jEP

October 16, 2008 12:41 AM | Link to this

Why isn’t the AJC posting comments about McCain? My friends and I have posted comments and we don’t see them.

By Hunter7Taylor

October 16, 2008 12:45 AM | Link to this

Vote Republican in 2008 because everybody can’t be on welfare.

McCain/Palin 2008!

By carina

October 16, 2008 12:45 AM | Link to this

Hey CHAD!!! it’s gonna be a landslide!!!!!! all us dummycrats and liberals are going to be celebrating with Joe Six Pack, nah nah nah nah nah nah nah nah, hey, hey, hey, GOODBYE!!!!

and you know what ??? Mccain is not W Bush and he is DEF not Ron Reagan!!!!!!!!!!!

OBAMA BIDEN

By NC27105

October 16, 2008 12:48 AM | Link to this

Senator McCain did not own up to the overt racist actions of his supporters at the Palin campaigns, and he did not during last night’s debate offer Senator Obama a formal apology for his silent approval of such activity. Eight years of GOP fear tactics, testosterone-charged leadership and xenophobic policies may definitely be coming to an end for a while, so that our country can move forward AGAIN. Too bad it took the Democrats so long to finally get a second grip — I wish this had happened 4 years ago!

By JW

October 16, 2008 12:48 AM | Link to this

WAKE UP AMERICA!! OBAMA’S TAX PLAN IS SOCIALISM NOT CAPITALISM!!! IT IS A REDISTRIBUTION OF INCOME!! THAT IS SOCIALISM NOT CAPITALISM! THIS ISN’T CHINA OR THE OLD SOVIET UNION!! YOU SHOULD BE FREE TO GO OUT AND MAKE LOTS OF MONEY AND NOT BE PENTALIZED FOR DOING THAT!! THAT IS WHAT CAPITALSM SHOULD BE ALL ABOUT!! PLEASE WAKE UP AMERICA BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE!!

By DLink

October 16, 2008 12:52 AM | Link to this

I’m a line voter, so I’ll be voting Democrat, yet again. That said, I liked McCain, until the Republican Party got their claws in him and twisted his entire political perspective. It was actually zombie scary watching that transformation for the last year or so.

On the bright side, Obama is a Democratic candidate that I finally like. Joe Biden, another good man. Finally there is a pair of good candidates presented on my side of the ticket that I can vote for. It’s time to pass along the administration to a younger energetic individual, because, that’s what it’s going to take with everything America has going on today. Healthcare, economy, war, foreclosures… Obama will age quickly in these times in office should he take the helm. Sadly, I feel that McCain not gaining office would be doing him a favor for his service to his country to date.

By Karen

October 16, 2008 12:52 AM | Link to this

McCain needs to throw in the towel, he doesn’t care about the poor and middleclass people, he only cares about the ones that have money and can afford to keep health ins and that is making it, he doesn’t care most of us that lost their jobs within the past year and don’t if we can pay our bills next month. He needs to send Palin back to Alaska and try again in 4 years, he’s done.

By MS MAE

October 16, 2008 12:54 AM | Link to this

WOW WOW!! OBAMA FO YO MAMA…LOL he was amazing tonight, he spoke well, smart,confindent.. I am happy to see that a man like him has come so far in a country that still suffers inequalites, for poor, rich, black white and latino. he has blurred the lines and sterotypes that hunts us all. I saw Obama as a man how cares no matter the color of his skin.

AS for MR. MCcain.. All I heard from him was BLAH BLAH BLAH,and HI JOE PLumber, I sure hope Joe has an electoral vote, because you are going to need it. BYE BYE MCAIN.. no rich and only rich allowed politics.

By Tinker

October 16, 2008 12:54 AM | Link to this

Um, JW, the socialism has already occurred, and in a very big way. Republicans have bankrupted our country. Yes, this is my country too. They’ve looted the Treasury, sort of a Robin Hood in reverse. They robbed me, and they’ve robbed you. The first time, they just snookered us. This time, because they knew how gullible we are (some of us), they came back to finsh cleaning us out.

Didn’t you ever wonder back in ‘05, when all those Wall Street high rollers were raking in Billion (note “B”) dollar bonuses, where that money came from? Well, it’s gone now, and you know what? They’re laughing at you all the way to the Caymans, or Switzerland, or wherever they’ve stashed it.

Let me be blunt. I’ve made money, and a fair bit of it. It’s been stolen by the folks who’ve distracted you for 7+ yrs., with God (whom I still pray to), guns, gays, and abortions.

Now, who is it exactly that needs to wake up?

By politics as usual

October 16, 2008 12:55 AM | Link to this

MRS. OBAMA IS SUPER FINE.DID YOU SEE THAT PRESIDENTIAL BLUE DRESS.?

By politics as usual

October 16, 2008 1:00 AM | Link to this

WAKE UP AMERICANS,WAKE UP AMERICANS. Sounds like somebody is getting nervous.LOOK PEOPLE.GET USED TO PRESIDENT OBAMA.

By Jake

October 16, 2008 1:02 AM | Link to this

Please, one of you geniuses asserting that Obama won the debate and will win the election, explain one major accomplishment that has been achieved by Barack H. Obama excluding winning the nomination of the Democrat Party. Please explain further, how Obama was in the Rev. Wright’s Church for twenty years and knows NOTHING about Wright’s racist and treasoness rants. Please, finally, do not write about John McCain, just address what Obama has done to deserve the nomination.

By Suffrage

October 16, 2008 1:04 AM | Link to this

McCain’s will join Chaney who is on his fourth heart attack. You’ll never get the whole story from McCain, just twisted stories to make his point. McCain uses too many lower tier debate tactic.

My family is voting Obama!

I felt sorry for McCain, he reminded me of that old guy in the neighborhood who keeps repeating false stats.

By Toni

October 16, 2008 1:55 AM | Link to this

Obama is polished and knows his stuff. He studied and didn’t just go with his advisors. Mccain is angry and flustered. He and Palin are not ready for the White House. McCain didn’t say anything. He only tried to attack Obama and I didn’t hear anything about what he would really do. Obama knocked McCain out. All McCain could talk about was his POW past which means nothing in this economy. Obama’s healthcare plan is better and makes sense. McCain’s $5,000 isn’t enough. McCain looked stunned! I’ll stand in line from sunup until the polls close if I have to to vote for Obama! McCain now wants to distance himself from Bush yet supported most of his policies.

By Bryant

October 16, 2008 2:15 AM | Link to this

McCain seemed very sincere where Obama kept up his rehearsed rhetoric. Hillary would have been the best president but America is too stupid to elect someone who could put this country back together again.

I suppose we can watch Obama screw up the country some more and keep our fingers crossed that Hillary will run in 4 years even though she says she won’t.

It is sad because McCain is a better man that Obama. Obama just lies better and people believe his lies.

By Another point of view

October 16, 2008 2:45 AM | Link to this

What’s funny is McCain is talking about shady associations and nobodies said anything about his role in the S&L debacle. He was good friends with Keating.

Our country is heavily in debt and it’s going to get worse. Whoever goes in office will HAVE to raise taxes. The difference is McCains will go to the ricj and Obama’s will go towards prgrams.

Btw, this bailout is going to come back to haunt us. We’ve just provided a parachute for a bunch of rich folks to make some money at our expense.

Jake, Obama has done the same thing that all those idiots in Washington have. Nothing. They’ve sat around and earned pensions while you;re about to lose your job. To think that anyone would want to sign up for 4 more years of this. Wasn’t W enough?

By DLink

October 16, 2008 3:03 AM | Link to this

@Bryant

Hillary had the chops, the connections, and weathered the tough times that many Americans have. I’d personally love to see a catfight between Hillary and Palin.

Be that as it may. Republicans would NEVER have put Palin in if Hillary was the front ticket. Never

It’s OK if someone lies BTW. As long as the people hold them to their lies. I like Obama as a representative of the country. Speaks well, sociable, not as susceptible to the wingers as the right wing…

If I didn’t line vote, I’d be leaning that way, because, after 8 years of Bush on late night comedy hour, this country needs tracking. A statesman, or woman. And that’s why I like your post. Hillary compared to Palin? Palin’s already on the late night shows. And she’s just running for office. McCain has just changed in the past year, and I don’t care for the new look.

By Samatva

October 16, 2008 3:29 AM | Link to this

I really liked and respect McCain until he went into “win-at-any-cost” mode earlier this summer (when the polsters confirmed Obama’s lead).

I am disappointed by Obama’s level of negative ads (albeit much lower percentage than McCain!), but even still, I think (hope!!) we are seeing the beginning of the end of negative campaigning.

Obama has shown himself to be presidential.

Let’s also send Jim Martin to the Senate to work with Obama!!

By kim p.

October 16, 2008 6:35 AM | Link to this

Sen. Obama clearly one the debate. The pundits are off track indicated by the polls and the surge in the number of independent voters for Obama. Sen.McCain was irritable, could not articulate his plans, and was the “grumpy men old man” his fellow politicians and now the country knows he is. It was shameful to bring up Sen. Lewis and Ayers. His mistake, Obama’s win. Obama and his stand on Pro-choice/Roe vs. Wade was brillant.

By inou

October 16, 2008 6:39 AM | Link to this

Just wait until you working stiffs have to pay for Obama’s dictatorship. Where the heck do you think all of this money is going to come from for all of the spending he is proposing. Wake up. Money doesn’t grow on tres.

By taylor

October 16, 2008 6:51 AM | Link to this

They both did great and they both have good and bad points to their campaign. I will be happy with either candidate as our next presedent but still lean slightly more toward McCain simply because Obama is promising tax cuts for the middle class and since the majority of the US is middle class I really dont understand how taking in less money is going to wipe out or even decrease our national debt. As a realist I truly believe it is a empty promise.

By sandman

October 16, 2008 7:17 AM | Link to this

Mccain clearly to me look more mature for the job and has more experience obviously than obama. I noticed last night that obama was some what back pedaling last night and some of his probosed plans seem crazy to me and will put the US more in debt. At some point it looked liked obama was agreeing with mccain on some issues and does not look like a clear leader. I just hope that people do not vote against mccain due to the way the economy is today under Bush, he is clearly against all that Bush stood for. Mccain maybe old, but I think he would be a better leader for the country. Obama talks a smooth game, but his policy are ludicrus and just will hurt the american people more

By Bonedaddy

October 16, 2008 7:18 AM | Link to this

McCain SHOULD attack OSAMA OBAMA. He is a socialist, hangs with terrorists, dictators LOVE him, and liberal racists are going to vote for him BECAUSE he is black, and for no other reason. Just goes to prove the masses are asses. Be careful what you wish for idiots because you will get it. Christ himself could come up with evidence against OSAMA OBAMA and you idiots would still not lose your “rock star” lust of this communist in sheep’s clothes. This goes to prove Obama voters have no clue.

By John

October 16, 2008 7:31 AM | Link to this

I am amazed when I hear how many people are going to vote for Obama. Yes, he is very eloquent, but clearly lacks experience and knowledge to be president. Government has proven that it can’t handle healthcare. This will finish bankrupting are country. I agree everyone should have insurance, but I don’t want to pay for it for them. There are many people that just refuse to work or try to better themselves. Instead, they just want a handout. Wake-up America!!! I already voted for McCain

By Jerry

October 16, 2008 7:35 AM | Link to this

Yes Obama is more eloquent than McCain. Would this make him a better president? NO! All you people who choose style over substance are just a part of the problem with this country. I’m sure you ‘tards loved Clinton too.

MCCAIN ‘08

By just me

October 16, 2008 7:41 AM | Link to this

I cannot believe what I am reading. You people actually support Osama Obama? How can you vote for someone who refuses to put his hand on a bible, befriends terrorists, and will not even acknowledge our national anthem? This man is a joke. He is the last thing we need in office. He has no experience and no values. WAKE UP AMERICA. If you vote Obama, we are screwed.

By Brent

October 16, 2008 7:45 AM | Link to this

Read what Joe the plumber had to say after the debate. Joe the plumber sides with McCain. You Obama supporters think Barack is the Messiah. Each and every one of you need to understand that Obama is Anti-American and he is just sucking you all in. Every day working people like Joe the plumber actually see this. Oh, and another thing, Obama will not win Georgia people. PERIOD!!!

By Ben

October 16, 2008 7:54 AM | Link to this

A vote for Obama is a vote for Socialism in America. Obama will put a tax on the very people that are paying your salaries and the people who employ you will probably have to cut jobs because the taxes on them will be terrible. I can’t believe some of the things I’m reading and seeing on Obama. People think he is wonderful. How wrong can you be! A welfare state is where we are headed if Obama is elected! MCCAIN is the best man for the job!!

By hrw

October 16, 2008 8:00 AM | Link to this

Obama won because he remain focus on the issues of America instead of continuing down the same old road of talking down at McCain. He makde points where McCain fail to answer the direct questions he was asked. Now don’t get me wrong..we see that McCain look’s down and talk’s down at Obama striking an uneasy and bias tone of him not being qualified to be President of the United States. We all know about “Joe” the Plummer…we all are “Joe” the Plummer because we face the same problems, “Joe” the Plummer is facing so McCain old story about joe went down with him when he mentioned him. John Lewis stands on his own merits and McCain should called John Lewis about what he said; and not Obams.

By sl

October 16, 2008 8:04 AM | Link to this

BUM-

I think your name says it all. You will obviously be first in line for all the FREE socialist rewards your “boy” will take form me and give to you.

As for typos, your right you dont have to be PERFECT to succeed in life. Only willing to stop sucking blood form others and go out and actually roll the dice, take some chances for yourself. I do agree though your method much easier. Let someone else succeed on their own merit and skill and risk taking, then get in line to participate in “spread the wealth”. LOSERS!

By hate em both

October 16, 2008 8:11 AM | Link to this

Do we have another choice? Neither can answer questions straight and all they do is blame each other for our economic failures.Tell me, was it the government that forced all those people to sign loans they could not afford? Or maybe it was the Democratic controlled House. There is not one economic expert on or near Capitol Hill. They are politicians!!! I pray that people will vote not out of Party or out of race but for absolutley the right man. in my opinion that person is not in sight. Sad

By McCain/Palin '08!

October 16, 2008 8:12 AM | Link to this

It is ridiculous how everyone oversees how inexperienced Obama is. 143 days in the senate vs. John McCain’s 22 years in politics. How can you guys vote for someone like that? Especially when he’s “friends” with terrorists! I just can’t believe it. If Obama becomes President, everyone who voted for him will be sorry when he turns this country communist.

By McCain/Palin '08!

October 16, 2008 8:14 AM | Link to this

It is ridiculous how everyone oversees how inexperienced Obama is. 143 days in the senate vs. John McCain’s 22 years in politics. How can you guys vote for someone like that? Especially when he’s “friends” with terrorists! I just can’t believe it. If Obama becomes President, everyone who voted for him will be sorry when he turns this country communist. Look outside his race, don’t just vote for him because he’s black and you think its cool to have a black president, look at his experience and tactics. And no, I am not racist, I think it would be great to have a black president, just not Osama, I mean Obama.

By Jim

October 16, 2008 8:26 AM | Link to this

It’s a sad time for the USA. The stock market sinks out of fear we will have a rookie with no real experience at the helm. Everybody with skin in the stock market is taking it out and squirreling it away for fear Obama will take it. The Caman Islands are gonna have a windfall of new accounts and deposits. This will all prolong the econ probs we have that began in the Carter years and he made it more affordable for the poor to own and finance homes. What we have now just morphed from that “help”. McCain is older for sure, but he has seen and made all the mistakes already that we are gonna have to endure as Obama does his on the job training. It amazes me that track record and leadership history and ability have no place in this election, but being young, reading well with enthusiasm and with proper english annunciation along with promising whatever it takes to promote “change” is all it takes. This is the change that will certainly impact all Americans for a long time to come. Hopefully the 4 years we must endure before we change again won’t damage our country too badly. Pelosi is a buffoon. Now she and the inexperienced community organizer will be in charge of the USA. Heaven protect us.

By AJQ

October 16, 2008 8:41 AM | Link to this

IF MCCAIN WOULD HAVE STOPPED TRYING TO BE SO PERFECT, POINT HIS LITTLE SHRUBBY FINGERS AND ATTACK OBAMA, HE STILL WOULDN’T HAVE WON THE DEBATE. HE NEEDS TO GET REAL. ITS TIME 4 A CHANGE. OBAMA 08

By Jan

October 16, 2008 8:41 AM | Link to this

John McCain should be our next President. There is no way anyone should be voting for an out and out racist - yes we know his father was black - he still is a racist and someone who acknowledges and thinks it is okay to sit in a pew for upteen years while any so called pastor says GD America and GD the whities!! John McCain has more experience in his little finger in all areas than Obama has in a lifetime. And, Obama is friends with Bill Ayers and never - ever has the grace to say he was wrong about anything!! Obama indeed has close ties to ACORN!! This man is not who he professes to be!!! McCain is a positive renegade and has been in the Senate - even against his own party. He is not afraid to stand up. Some times “polished” is just a cover for who you really are….a slick, memorized, untruthful person! McCain won the debate - and he will be our next President - God help us all if he is not.

By Grumpy

October 16, 2008 8:42 AM | Link to this

Hey, all of you McCain supporters. Do you want to see what kind of patriot McCain REALLY is? If you do, check out who he’s picked to be his Transition Team Chief if he’s elected President. He’s picked a long-time Republican lobbyist and advisor to Republican Presidents, named William Timmons who, prior to the invasion of Iraq, lobbied on behalf of Saddam Hussein and the Iraqi governmnet. Timmons and two other lobbyists even attempted to bribe former-UN Chief Boutros Ghali in an attempt to lift UN sanctions placed against Iraq. You remember Saddam Hussein, don’t you? You know he was the guy all Americans and their elected officials (including McCain) hated…the Evil One…

But I’m confused. I thought McCain didn’t like dealing with Washington lobbyists… You know, the ones who really run the system. So, I can’t figure out why America’s patriot and official POW would consort with lobbyists who were making millions representing the interests of someone as evil as Saddam Hussein. Surely, McCain must not have known about Timmons’s lobbying efforts. Check out the name William Timmons. Contact your friends in the McCain campaign you know, like the other lobbyists, like Rick Davis who now work for him) and ask them to explain William Timmons’s role in a future McCain administration.

By Wendy

October 16, 2008 8:42 AM | Link to this

I think Obama won the debate hands down. Even McCain supports can see that all he tried to do all night was attack Obama instead of really focusing on the questions and answering. Every chance he got he wanted to argue about Obama’s campaign…what happened to addresses the questions for the nation if you become president? I will definitely be voting for Obama !

By Tameka

October 16, 2008 8:44 AM | Link to this

McCain appeared very bitter. It was like his whole purpose was to try and take shots at Obama and not focus on the issues people are concerned about.

By Wanda Morris

October 16, 2008 8:48 AM | Link to this

Take your money out of the market. Buy grain, guns and ammo, and hide it! If “His Arrogance”, Obama, is elected, you will need them all! He will be surrounded by people who can help him make the right decisions, but he will be to pompous to listen. His continuous smirking is the mark of someone who thinks he is superior to others. African Americans do not be fooled, read Revelations if you are Christians.

By Sarah P./McCain

October 16, 2008 8:52 AM | Link to this

FROM SARAH P. AND J. MC CAIN: To all the good people who were voting for us Thanks, but since last night we have discussed it and we SAY WE ARE NO MATCH FOR OBAMA AND SO WE BID YOU ALL FAR WELL! I SARAH WILL BE PARTYING AND TAKING CARE OF MY HUSBAND BECAUSE HE WON’T WORK!!

AND I McCain WILL BE HERE AT THE HOUSE “NOT THE WHITE HOUSE” SITTING IN THE ROCKING CHAIR THINKING ABOUT THE GOOD OLD DAYS. And I still can’t see what is wrong with my ARM IT IS LIKE I AM A PUPPET BUT I KNOW OBAMA WON I LAY DOWN.

Barack Obama won we it is time to vote on November 4th we will also vote for Obama but don’t tell anyone.

AND IF ANY ONE HAS ANY QUESTIONS: I WILL GET BACK TO YOU ON THAT!!!!

By GDub

October 16, 2008 8:53 AM | Link to this

sl, your comments are flawed. So you think that “who in their right mind would start a business with all that is at stake”…well, anyone who wants to make more money. You’re saying you would rather pout and work for someone that pays you what they think you’re worth, rather than break out on your own and still make more under a possible new tax plan? As a small business owner myself, there are plenty of legitimate deductions I have found that help me pay less than I did in my corporate job. Go back to your bridge troll.

By Proud American

October 16, 2008 9:03 AM | Link to this

You and I ladys and gentlemen decide who will be our next presidentand the bottom line is do we want someone who has always fought for America, someone who truely believes in America and what America stands for , or do we want someone who obviously has other interest. America has many previledges and freedoms, do we want to be come a Socialist state? NO!!!!!! Please stand up and vote for John McCain our children and grand children will thank us for it.

By kim

October 16, 2008 9:03 AM | Link to this

i felt obama won this campaign, i have already voted and i am happy that i voted for the right candidate.

i had not planned to watch the debate, but flipping channels i landed on it, it is amazing that mccain avoided answering nearly every question. this is the last debate before elections and you are still attacking obama, and when obmma cleared up the attack, mccain just sat there with a stupid smile on his face.

he isn’t smart enough to know that the american people as he calls us…are not fooled by what he is proposing…who came up with change in the first place…

mccain, you are going down in history as the person who lost in one of the most celebrated elections of all of american history…your history, my history and senator obama’s history….

peace

By Dell

October 16, 2008 9:09 AM | Link to this

I think McCain should have the people working for him give him better advice on who he should mention in his debate for voters. “Joe the Plumber” was mention so many times that you know the media was going to look into this guy. What they have found so far is no voter registration info on this guy in the state of Ohio. So if he can’t vote for anyone why would McCain wrap himself up in this guy knowing he would look like an even bigger idiot when this came out?

By AM

October 16, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this

Obama has kept his message on target to the real people of this country. If he can deliver- that is another issue. However McCain is a grumpy old man who just can’t seem to say middle class and does not care. He is for a working class and an elite class. His free trade policies scare me the most. Open borders, cheap illegal labor to compete for the jobs that are left, deregulation (giving the consumer less or no choice), shipping jobs overseas, diminishing workers’ rights. He may not be Bush but has voted for his policies 90% of the time. Can’t teach and old dog new Tricks and the American people are sick of “Tricks” that only benefit a few! McCain is done - stick a fork in him!

By No How No Way No McCain

October 16, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this

Obama remained calm, cool and collected, and showed tact, as usual. McCain looked as if he were about to explode each and every time Obama responded to his attack-mode, rhetorical nonsense. McCain acted like an adolescent, with his eye rolling and chipmunk-like jowl clinching. Score: Obama 3, McCain 0.

By Cedric

October 16, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this

If I read the ignorance about Obama being friends with terrorist, I am going to scream. He is a true gentleman. Obama could have brought up G. Gordon Liddy (true terrorist) who started the Watergate scandal, Keating 5, and the US Council of World Freedom. Did not even bother to bring up Palin’s short comings. He has class and looks at the good in everyone.
Obama/Biden 08.

By Miss. BE ME

October 16, 2008 9:16 AM | Link to this

I can’t believe what I’m reading. I really enjoy watching Senator Obama not biting his tongue and not afraid to say what needs to be said to John McCain because he’ white, old, washed up, out of touch and hopefully out of time. Senator Obama has the best plans to help the American people. It is sad to see people who needs all the tax breaks he has to offer but will not vote for him because he is Black.Why let the next generation suffer because of your ignorance and racial beliefs.

By AM

October 16, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this

Obama has kept his message on target to the real people of this country. If he can deliver- that is another issue. However McCain is a grumpy old man who just can’t seem to say middle class. He is for a working class and an elite class. His free trade policies scare me the most. Open borders, cheap illegal labor to compete for the jobs that are left, deregulation (giving the consumer less or no choice), shipping jobs overseas, diminishing workers’ rights. He may not be Bush but has voted for his policies 90% of the time. Can’t teach and old dog new Tricks and the American people are sick of “Tricks” that only benefit a few!

By George

October 16, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this

Obama was clear about laying down his plans??? He’s lying about his magical tax break for us middle class. Of the 95% that this plan would help only 47% of us pay taxes!!!! The remaining 48% get a free handout from the government. How is that fair? Why should I even try to succeed if I have to turn around and give it to someone else. I’m glad someone like Joe the Plumber is stepping up and showing the holes in Obama’s plan. I’m not voting for someone who is a sneak and lying about his past. He is not the change that America needs.

By hw

October 16, 2008 9:42 AM | Link to this

Lets face it, McCain’s campaign is in a lot of trouble. When a campaign is in trouble, it resorts to personal attacks and name callings. Hence the “mau obama” and “socialist” labels.
I’m expecting every GOP foot soldiers in the media from Boortz to Oreilly to Hannity to turn up the personal attack. There will be more lies and stretched truths being toss around by the McCain campaign until election day because they can’t win on issues.

By Dell

October 16, 2008 9:49 AM | Link to this

GEORGE- Good for you don’t vote for Obama. But you know what “Joe the Plumber isn’t voting either because he is not registered in his state of Ohio. So he is a joke along with your canidate McCancerface. Way to mention a guy who can’t even help your cause. Obama 08!!

By Brainsaregood

October 16, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this

Really, I don’t care at all about Joe the Plumber. I care about me, the teacher. I am not a small business owner, and I certainly don’t care about people like sl who are so puffed up about their “accomplishments” that he has to try to make the rest of us look silly (try is the operative word). I care about issues that face my family and I who work hard and pay taxes and bought a house we can afford. So you make hundreds of thousands of dollars a year? Good, pay your share. Let me wipe away my tear for your sacrifice. GOBAMA!

By BAB

October 16, 2008 10:43 AM | Link to this

People- the word is spelled plumBer… Obama is a wonderful example of intellectual America. He is a true thinker across all lines . He is what this country, and what the world needs now. Ignornant,country hicks like Palin and her non- high school finishing dude are the types who think Obama is a Muslim, he is not. He went to a black Christian church were they do talk about social issues that affect that particular community. But, if McCain supporters truly believe in the foundation of this country, it was founded by the very people who were escaping religious persecution. (i.e.- you can practice any religion you want. That’s what makes America great.) People keep saying Obama lacks experience, he has as much experience as McCain has at being president, Zero. Bush had supposedly a lot of experience but is the worst president ever. He lied about Iraq. They weren’t the ones who caused 911. Bush has killed more American soldiers fighting in the wrong war that he created to finish what his dad started. Bush is an idiot and McCain was his 90% yes man on the wrong war and this screwed up economic situation. It is time for a much needed change. Thank God most Americans are realizing this

By swolf4810

October 16, 2008 10:45 AM | Link to this

I give a Sh*t about ‘Joe the plumber.’ I should have his finacial woes… he makes more a year than I ever have in any TEN years. And now, I understand that ‘good ol’ Joe’ isn’t even a registered voter. Obama won hands down!

By Copyleft

October 16, 2008 12:33 PM | Link to this

Jan: You may not realize it, but you’ve just spelled out why President Obama is winning.

Look at your argument—“We should vote for McCain because Obama is AWFUL. Everything about Obama sucks and is bad for America. Obama bad, Obama bad. Therefore, vote for McCain.”

That’s the same strategy the McCain campaign has been using… and it hasn’t worked. McCain was hoping to win by default if he piled up enough negative attacks against Obama—but he’s spelled out NOTHING about why people should vote for him.

Not “against Obama,” but FOR HIM. He’s offered nothing in that area. And America has noticed and responded appropriately.

By Proud American

October 16, 2008 1:43 PM | Link to this

When all the women have to cover their faces when they go out in public and when our Brave Troops are given the surrender order by Barrack Hussien Obama maybe we all will realize we have given away this once proud country. We can stop it now by voting for McCain. George Washington did not let Benadict Arnold give away America, so lets all be patriots and prevent this horrific act.