Opinion Talk

By Concerned oldtimer

November 3, 2008 9:42 PM | Link to this

Hold my nose..McCain is the man!

By Concerned oldtimer

November 3, 2008 9:44 PM | Link to this

holdmy nose…McCain is the man…

By Concerned oldtimer

November 3, 2008 9:45 PM | Link to this

McCain

By Steve

November 3, 2008 9:54 PM | Link to this

Well we are screwed either way. If McCain wins, the blacks will protest, have riots, claim racism, etc. If Obama Bin Laden wins, they will riot, loot, etc. The only good news is that if that thug does win, he will only be in office for four years for sure. It’s funny how the NAACP, SCLC, and other racist leaders never had marches, rallies, and all the other crap four or eight years ago when only white people were running. And the blacks say they are NOT voting for Obama because the color of his skin? YEA RIGHT!

By Pillsbury Doughboy

November 3, 2008 9:56 PM | Link to this

Obama will take Georgia.

By Concerned Youngin'

November 3, 2008 9:57 PM | Link to this

Judging by the overwhelming population of hicks and suburban trash vs. intelligent hard working people in the state of Georgia I’m going to have to go with McCain taking the state.

By gofigure

November 3, 2008 9:58 PM | Link to this

Who should win? McCain, Who will probably win? Obama. The media has pushed Obama from the beginning and wouldn’t tell the negative truths about him. People are voting because of his color and that is all they care about. How sad the U.S. has become!

By About Time

November 3, 2008 10:12 PM | Link to this

It would be wonderful if Obama could turn our racist state. If so, it will be so close. Most Georgian Rs just follow the piper, no matter what he plays or says, and they all say, “Yes,” we agree. No thinking. We have a gal at work who told me that if Jesus ran as a Democrat, she would have to vote against him. And she’s big Baptist. Go figure. Stupid? Yes. But how many more are like that out there. Our state is just backward. I kind of think Jesus was a Democrat. Surprise to all you racists and hate-filled folks. Let Obama bring us all together as we were in the late 60s and early 70s before politicians divided us into the hate filled right and left groups we find ourselves in today, especially thanks to Dubya and K. Rove. No more.

By Bryant

November 3, 2008 10:15 PM | Link to this

I believe McCain will win but it will be very close. I believe Obama will win the election and I feel he could boost the morale of the country dispite the fact McCain has the most experience.

McCain and Obama are both good men and no one should be degraded for voting for either one. There is ignorance on both sides. Obama supporters have no right to call McCain supporters hicks and racist. There is racism on both sides and it it time it stops.

I am voting McCain but I will support and admire an Obama presidency if it more than likely happens.

By ItWasMe

November 3, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this

Wow…”the blacks”? White people are the biggest racists of them all. Every president EVER has been white, and there are people voting against Obama for no reason other than the fact that he is black. Things are changing so get over it!

By PMS

November 3, 2008 10:22 PM | Link to this

If Georgia voters do so with honest consideration of the issues we Americans currently face and put aside prejudices, then Obama will win Georgia.

By PMS

November 3, 2008 10:27 PM | Link to this

How effective would it had been if our only exposure to the presidental candidates was audio?

By laidback and lucky

November 3, 2008 10:28 PM | Link to this

Obama this term and Valdez in 2012. My prediction for 2010 Fidel will pass on and all the Cubans will come here. Cuba will be taken over by an elite group of golfers and will sell the right to live in the country. The price will be high and can only be bought by the millionaires that the $700 billion dollar bailout made richer.

By Glen

November 3, 2008 10:30 PM | Link to this

I think McCain will carry Georgia, and I hope he wins the election. I have nothing against Obama, but I just think McCain is more qualified now.

I am more concerned with the “cult of Obama” groupies who are all gaga over him yet they don’t understand the “changes” he’ll planning are likely to damage our economy and competitveness in the global market.

By laidback and lucky

November 3, 2008 10:32 PM | Link to this

If Obama wins will the blacks blame the white or the black side of him when things don’t go their way. Think about it.

By MCCAIN/PALIN

November 3, 2008 10:37 PM | Link to this

McCain/Palin 2008!!!!

VOTE VOTE VOTE!!!

By Alex Turner

November 3, 2008 10:43 PM | Link to this

I can’t believe how backwoods my Georgia people are!! How about vote for the candidate that you BELIEVE will do the best for the country!! If it’s Obama great, If it’s McCain even better. I’m in the military stationed overseas and the responses I see in here are just STUPID!! Grow up!!

By Georgia Gal

November 3, 2008 10:46 PM | Link to this

I think McCain will win Georgia, but I believe it’ll be very close and I believe Obama will win the Presidency.

By Call It LIke It Is

November 3, 2008 10:49 PM | Link to this

Do us all a favor and do not vote for the Socialist!

McCain all the way!!!!

Enough Said!!!

By Luv2Talk

November 3, 2008 11:00 PM | Link to this

Obama will win in Georgia. Hopefully one day the uneducated people that are making racist comments will understand how ignorant they sound. If not that is okay because Obama is the change that is needed to bring the majority of Americans together. Change is hard for many, but change can be great if you open your hearts and minds. Peace to all.

By concerned citizen

November 3, 2008 11:01 PM | Link to this

Concerned youngin’ is obviously one of the uneducated, trashy people that he/she talks about. If you don’t like the state of GA then LEAVE!! No one wants you here and no one is keeping you here. Just leave!!!!

By Luv2Talk

November 3, 2008 11:04 PM | Link to this

All that call Obama a Socialist really probably never even learned what this is. Please go and really study all of what his policies are and all about socialism. Learning is a great thing and ignorance is not. Obama is brilliant.

By dave

November 3, 2008 11:04 PM | Link to this

The Democrats are about to pull a Soviet-style takeover of this country. They have told bold-face lies in their campaign ads about the Fair Tax, among other things, and whoever wrote those ads should be arrested and tried for perjury. We’ll have the new Gang of Four in DC, Obama, Biden, Pelosi, and Reid. Khruschev said years ago that they would bury us, and by golly, if he wasn’t right.

USA, July 4, 1776 - January 20, 2009. RIP May God have mercy on our souls (can I still say that?).

By Nameless

November 3, 2008 11:31 PM | Link to this

I am voting for Obama because we do need a big change from what Bush did to this country and McCain is too close to Bush. But I do have a problem about Obama running. All the black people are voting for him because of his color. It’s supposely a record turnout for the blacks this election and you wonder why? It’s sad they’re not voting for what they believe in but voting because he is half black. They probably have no idea what Obama believes in or what he wants to do with the country. Sad Sad Sad.

By Independent

November 3, 2008 11:32 PM | Link to this

Oh good grief … I am so sick of all of the socialism talk. If all of you people who keep calling it socialism would listen to that whole conversation he had with “Joe The Plumber” (something or someone else I’m sick of hearing about) you would see that was not at all what he was talking about and the part of “spreading the wealth” was taken out of context. That whole conversation had nothing to do with socialism whatsoever … it had to do with finally giving the middle class a tax cut since for the last 8 years we have all been screwed over by the Bush administration and most of the middle class has been paying more in taxes that those in the income tax brackets above us.

By Dodge902

November 3, 2008 11:40 PM | Link to this

What Obama is wanting to do by taking from the rich(people who have worked hard for what they have) and giving to the poor(those who have no amvitions) is socialism. Neither one of these guys are gonna do anything for us. The economy will eventually fix itslef. I am more worried about Barney Frank talking about reucing the military spending by 25% this could leave this country open for another attach.

By Little Miss Sunshine

November 3, 2008 11:41 PM | Link to this

About the African Americans turning out for Obama … you have to remember that African Americans tend to vote for Democrats anyways. Most of them would vote for him whether he was black or white. I’m sure there are some that are voting for him just because he is black, but there are probably white’s that are voting for McCain only because he is white and Obama is black. Unfortunately that is very sad, but I believe most likely true - although fortunately it isn’t true about the majority of people out there - thank god.

All that said, let me just make it clear - I am a white, middle age, moderate (who tends to vote Independent) female from North Fulton.

By Algonquin J. Calhoun

November 4, 2008 12:03 AM | Link to this

Obama is going to take Georgia! Primadonna, a simple McLame or Obama would have sufficed.

By dave

November 4, 2008 12:04 AM | Link to this

Better Karl Rove than Karl Marx. If the Republicans had lied the way the Democrats have in this campaign, there would be Senate investigations out the wazoo.

By William Bill Scott

November 4, 2008 12:09 AM | Link to this

The State of Georgia and other southern states have always been driven by race and hate, whites don’t like blacks in this state and that is a known fact, get over it folks!, don’t try to cover up what’s been going on for years NOW, most Whites WILL vote for McCain regardless of his stand on America, whites(in Georgia) just don’t want to see a black person (man or woman) in office!, and I happen to know people that have said just that, and I was like that also, but enough is enough, I care about more who’d be best for this country and I’m sick of struggling, I’m voting for Obama, sorry folks.

By Aulesia

November 4, 2008 12:15 AM | Link to this

OBAMA OBAMA OBAMA ALL THE WAY…YALL COUNTRY WHITE REDNECKS DON’T WANT OBAMA CAUSE HE’S BLACK WELL MIXED. WHY NOT PICK HIM? HE WILL DO THIS REDNECK COUNTRY SOME JUSTICE FOR ONCE…OLD A$$ MCCAIN AND GOOD A$$ PALIN YEAH RIGHT..THEY ARE BOTH WALKING GOOF BALLS. PICK HIM BECAUSE HE WANTS CHANGE IN AMERICA…DONT PICK HIM BECAUSE OF THE COLOR OF HIS SKIN.. YALL HAVE HAD WHITE PRESIDENTS FROM THE BEGINNING….DAMMIT LET US HAVE A BLACK PRESIDENT FOR ONCE…HELL WE DESERVE IT AFTER ALL THE WORK BLACK FOLKS DID FOR YOU WHITE FOLKS DURING SLAVERY…LET US HAVE IT…AND U CANT GO WRONG….

By Aulesia

November 4, 2008 12:20 AM | Link to this

I WOULD’VE THOUGHT WHITE FOLKS WOULDVE HAD ENOUGH OF BUSHANOMICS..WHY WOULD U NOMINATE MCCAIN THAT BUSH RIGHT HAND MAN..AFTER ALL YOUR SONS AND DAUGHTERS ARE BEING SLAUGHTERED IN A WAR THAT MAKES NO SENSE…YALL DONT CARE AS LONG AS HE’S WHITE..THATS WHAT HAPPENED WITH BUSH..YALL WANT ANOTHER 4 YRS OF PURE HELL…VOTE FOR OBAMA HE’S THE RIGHT CANDIDATE…LORD FORBIDS IF MCCAIN WINS AND GOOFY PALIN WINS..OHHH U TALK ABOUT A MESSED UP COUNTRY..YEAH OLD OLD MCCAIN YEAH RIGHT????

By Robert Bryant

November 4, 2008 12:39 AM | Link to this

McCain will win. Despite the fact that there are so many progresssives in Atlanta, Georgia is still in the South. This is the land of Jesus and Slavery and Jim Crow. Our govorner prays for rain from the capitol building. This is McCain land. Obama will will the national election though because the rest of the nation is much more forward thinking than the South.

By Cynthia

November 4, 2008 1:03 AM | Link to this

MLK envisioned a time when his children “will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.” I have examined both of the candidates thoroughly by reading articles in the newspaper and online, and listening to the debates. I judged the candidates not by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character. Neither candidate is without flaws. However, I cannot ignore the company that Barack Obama has kept in the past. Whether you like it or not, a person’s character is judged by the company that they keep. How could Obama sit in the congregation of Rev. Jeremiah Wright for twenty years and listen to the anti-American and the anti-Whites message that has been preached from an allegedly “Christian” church and NOT have that become a part of who he is? If that kind of hate-filled message had been preached in my church, I would have found another church a long time ago.

By Algonquin J. Calhoun

November 4, 2008 1:13 AM | Link to this

Some white folks will vote for McLame because he is white but a large number of white people, including my own honkiness, will vote for the best man for the job, the only man for the job, Obama!

By Manny

November 4, 2008 1:15 AM | Link to this

Glen:

McCain is not qualified to lead this country in the 21st century. Being a POW or Senator for 26 years doesn’t qualify him to be president. You have to have the intellect, judgment and temperament to be president. Like George Bush, he was a very poor student. He graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1950 with a class standing of 894 out of 899. He exhibited poor judgment by selecting a running who is ABSOLUTELY NOT QUALIFIED to be vice president. He has a bad temper and even President Bush used that against him during the 2000 Republican primaries when he sent out fliers in South Carolina saying that McCain was “mentally unstable” to be president. I wouldn’t argue with president Bush on that. I think he was trying to tell us something then.

By lenny

November 4, 2008 1:32 AM | Link to this

I CAN SAY THIS!. IT’S ONLY A MATTER OF TIME NOW, BUT, WHAT I HAVE DISCOVERED IN THE LAST 8 MINUTES OF READING THESE COMMENTS, LETS ME KNOW THAT THIS COUNTRY STILL POSSESS A LOT OF PEOPLE THAT HAVE NOT MATURED OUT OF THIS IGNORANCE OF THE PAST. IT DOES NOT REALLY MATTER WHO GETS ELECTED, BECAUSE THE BOTTOM LINE IS, IS THAT THIS COUNTRY AND MOST OF THE WORLD IS MESSED UP AND ITS GOING TO TAKE A LONG TIME FOR IT TO BE CORRECTED. SO THE BLACKS, AS SOME OF YOU CALL IT AND THE WHITES, WITH THE LATINOS,INDIANS KOREANS,CHINESE,JAPANESE AND EVERYBODY ELSE WHOM IS REGISTERED TO VOTE ALL SUFFER TOGETHER. I JUST CAN’T BELIEVE THAT PEOPLE ARE STUPID OF THIS FACT. I BELIEVE THAT MR. OBAMA WILL WIN THIS STATE AS WELL AS TAKE THE ELECTION. I SAY THAT BELIEVING THAT KNOWING THAT IT IS NOW TIME FOR SOMETHING NEW AND DIFFERENT AND THAT “” THE ALMIGHTY ONE”” HAS ALREADY ORDAINED THIS DAY IN HISTORY AND THAT DESPITE WHAT ANYBODY MIGHT DO OR SAY. THE ENEMY IS NOT GOING TO MANIFEST. WE ALL KNOW WHO AND WHAT THE “”REAL”” ENEMY IS. JUST DON’T CONTINUE TO FRUSTRATE YOURSELVES OVER NOTHING. “EXAMPLE” ..WHEN GOD TELLS YOU TO DIE, YOU DIE! NOBODY CAN DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT EITHER. NOBODY REALLY CHEATS DEATH AND “”GOD”“. SO TAKE THIS WITH YOU ON YOUR MISSION…TOMORROW IS NOT PROMISED TO ANY OF US AND ONE DAY YOU’RE GOING TO “DIE” JUST LIKE ME AND NOBODY’S GOING TO BE ABLE TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT,BECAUSE “GOD” HAS AND HAD ALREADY ORDAINED THIS EVENT IN THE UNIVERSE.SO BE NICE, YOU WOULDN’T WANT GOD TO KNOW REALLY WHO AND WHAT YOU REALLY ARE.

By downtown guy

November 4, 2008 2:03 AM | Link to this

At long last our 8 year long nightmare is coming to an end. And Georgia will be the early surprise of the evening. This state will turn blue. After suffering through the lies, the corruption, malfeasance, bloated government, assault on privacy, liberty and individual rights and the ongoing war on intellectualism and the manipulative culture war waged upon us, this country has had absolutely enough! The Ronald Reagan of the left is Barack Obama and today we will elect him the 44th President of the United States.

By shannon

November 4, 2008 5:29 AM | Link to this

blacks will riot? how stupid does that sound.. blacks in america have dealt with far worse things than losing the presidency so trust me we know how to cope with disappoint well in this country. There are blacks who are voting for him because he is black and even though i wouldnt do that i cant blame them. My grandparents and parents had to go through true racism in there lives. so for them to see the day were a black man can be president is special. To ignore the history that blacks have to had to endure is sad. We just dealt with 8 years of a unquailified president who happened to be white but he gets the benefit of the doubt because of his skin color and you know its true. The world is watching america, its time for us to show them how great this country truly is by turning a page on one of the biggest things that has held this Country back far too long.

By common sense

November 4, 2008 5:37 AM | Link to this

After reading most of this nonsense, it’s clear that America still has a lot of growing to do. It’s not a black thing that makes us African americans vote for Obama, it’s the clear fact that we have given you all the opportunity to run this country over and over again, and you always seem to find way to screw your opportunity up. Being that I’m from Texas, I saw George Bush doin s** the wrong way then. When he was elected president, I knew it was over for all of us! But now, I personally want change. I am a “Joe the Plumber” & I have paid very close attention to what has been said by both candidates, & OBama seems to have my best interest at heart. I look forward to change & you all should do the same. The only people that I find to be afraid of change are the ones that have done some wrong somewhere in their past, and are hoping that they won’t have to reap what they hAve sewn. Just remember, payback is a mutha! And last but not least, ask yourself this question…if change does come, will I be able to accept it??? What happened in the 60s will NEVER happen again….

By Military spouse

November 4, 2008 5:44 AM | Link to this

I hope Obama takes Georgia and the White House. Ever notice how intelligent the responses are from those voting Obama and how ignorant and mean most of the responses are from the pro-McCain people? Who wants an irrational, immature leader who thinks singing “Bomb-bomb-bomb Iran” is funny and would pick someone as woefully incompetent as Palin as his running mate? McCain is lacking in the good judgement dept.
I hate to think of McCain as my husband’s Commander in Chief. Now THAT is SCARY.

By AnnieR

November 4, 2008 5:49 AM | Link to this

I HOPE McCain will take GA, that is who I will vote for…however, the question is who will take GA and I suspect Obama will.

I can live with that too…he’s got some good policies, I just agree with McCain’s direction more and I DON’T think McCain is 4 more years of Bush.

But of course, to some on this board the very act of voting for McCain automatically makes me a racist and that is why no matter who wins our country is still in deep trouble.

By Rufus Paige

November 4, 2008 5:58 AM | Link to this

What kind of people are supporting McCain? Racists, deceitful people voting more than once, people who hate and joe the plumber who has not a clue whats going on but just hating because the man has color. You got to give it to Joe the plumber he is milking it for all the money he can. T-shirts, book and recording deal. LOL!!! I would too joe. Barack Obama President of USA 2008.

By Rufus Paige

November 4, 2008 6:00 AM | Link to this

They said Bush had the experience and look what happen. Lets get a man thats smart and loves this country. Barack Obama 2008.

By B-Bro

November 4, 2008 6:04 AM | Link to this

I’m voting for McCain because I don’t want to see every dollar I make being taxed to death to give to someone that is too lazy to work. His or her abilities are just as good as mine to get out and work. I started digging ditches and doing many labor task and no one gave me anything nor would my pride allow me to ask. This country will only go downhill by Obama winning the presidency and taxing the hard working people to give to ones that will not work now and definatly will not work with Obama giving them a check. The idea is to create jobs not to destroy the small companies that provide the jobs and by taxing us and our homes and all other that goes with it we the small companies will not make it. You call it spread the wealth I call it supporting laziness.

By ms smith

November 4, 2008 6:28 AM | Link to this

I think obama will winn. This man has inspired so many people of this races, religions, gender, economic backgrounds etc;. He is making think about tomorrow instead of worrying about yesterday. So many people have lost there jobs,savings, and housing and they blame it on BUSH. And with the negative campaign MCCAIN was running until a week ago they realize he is not for them he is for himself. I think people just want a total change from BUSH and thats OBAMA

By Ben

November 4, 2008 6:35 AM | Link to this

I predict that McCain will win Georgia. Honestly, I don’t like either McCain or Obama and I’m voting for Bob Barr and the Libertarians this time. At some point in the future I may come back and vote for someone in the mainstream parties but not today.

For all you Obama supporters here in Georgia you need to be honest with yourselves and acknowledge that your vote really doesn’t count because despite your massive turnout in Dekalb, Fulton and (gasp) Clayton counties, they are only 3 counties out of 159 that will decide who will win and winner takes all.

By dawglover

November 4, 2008 6:37 AM | Link to this

So I guess, if I don’t believe in high taxes, I don’t want a President that will immediately sign the “Freedom Of Choice Act”, I believe in the 2nd Amendment as written, I don’t want National Healthcare, I want energy independence by drilling and I believe it is wrong to pull out of Iraq, I am a racist?

By wayz

November 4, 2008 6:50 AM | Link to this

When McCain chose a runing mate with an Obama level of expierence, he sealed his fate. McCain deserves to lose. The USA dosen’t deserve an Obama presidency.

By dawglover

November 4, 2008 6:52 AM | Link to this

Reading these comments is absolutely ridiculous!! What the heck is wrong with you people. The more you use the word racists you diminish it’s meaning. In order to insult people who don’t think the way you do,, you have desensitized people to the word and what it means. According to the comments on this board, racists has nothing to do with the color of ones skin but everything to do with someone who disagrees with you. If your intent is to shame people into feeling guilty by being called a racist for not liking Obama’s policies, you have instead p** them off. I for one, value my independence, feedom to make my own choices and believe that I can take care of myself and my family better than the government. I want less government. I am probably more a constitutionalist than I am a Republican. You see I don’t want any of the handouts that Obama is promising me. I do make less than $250,000 a year yet I don’t want anybody elses money. I don’t want the government to pay for my healthcare, that is my responsibility. And as for the 1,000 dollar tax cut, I won’t even notice it, it equates to an extra .24 cents an hour for the time my husband and I work. You can keep the change.

By DctrRon

November 4, 2008 6:54 AM | Link to this

We are a nation at war. Our enemy endorses a presidential candidate and half the nation STILL votes for him! Welcome to the Twilight Zone.

By DctrRon

November 4, 2008 6:59 AM | Link to this

The Democrat Congress creates a financial crisis. The American public want “change” but vote for the same party that created the crisis. Unbelievable!

By wayz

November 4, 2008 6:59 AM | Link to this

We just had 8 years of an inexpierenced, ivy league educated (believes he is smarter), idealouge from the extreme from the extreme end of the political spectrum. We don’t need another.

By Thinking

November 4, 2008 7:03 AM | Link to this

Obama.

While Palin is much prettier and sexier, she would not make a good president for us today.

By shelli

November 4, 2008 7:04 AM | Link to this

I truly believe that God has his arms wrapped around Senator Obama and that he will win. I also believe that God had shown Senator Obama’s Grandmother that he will be our 44th president of these United States of America and told her that she could rest now! God Bless Senator Obama, his Sister and his Family.

Obama 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16.

By Lauren

November 4, 2008 7:05 AM | Link to this

Steve, you are such a racist. You think the black people of this country are going to react violently no matter what happens. Give me a break! And stop griping about identity politics. McCain picked Palin because of identity politics! I am sick of Republicans pointing fingers on something they are so guilty of, too. Can’t stand to lose you, can you? My prediction is that no matter who wins GA it will be only by a few percentage points and either way that is bad for the Republicans. Their day of reckoning has come! Hallelujah!

By DctrRon

November 4, 2008 7:06 AM | Link to this

Obama has brought out the worst racists in America. Just read the comments on this blog. Too many people don’t know or care what the issues are. They will vote for him just because he is partially Black. Obama has set racial relations back 50 years.

By Beverly

November 4, 2008 7:07 AM | Link to this

I voted for Barr. Don’t know his chances and maybe I wasted my vote, but after reading seante and congress records for the three candidates, he’s the best. I’m saying McCain takes Ga. though….will pray all day.

By Cath

November 4, 2008 7:09 AM | Link to this

I believe that a lot of the negativity and the unwarranted remarks are being made by racist and ignorant people who fail to see the how the country would benefit by a President as Obama. If they could get pass looking at the color of the skin and look at the content of his character the world would be a better place. By the way, Steve, did you vote?

By Thinking

November 4, 2008 7:12 AM | Link to this

Funny, the folk who keep calling Obama a Socialist are probably the same folk who think access to healthcare shoud be a right and not only belong to those who can afford it.

Duh, that is Socialism…

Ignorance always amazes me.

By Lauren

November 4, 2008 7:17 AM | Link to this

Everyone’s vote counts. To say otherwise is ridiculous and ignorant and another attempt to supress voting. The only way McCain can win this election is to supress the vote and he knows it. Sad! Pathetic!

By Bryant

November 4, 2008 7:20 AM | Link to this

Hillary 2012. Then we can have real change

By Observation

November 4, 2008 7:24 AM | Link to this

I believe Obama will win! He represents a change we can believe in. Plus he has a critical factor that many just seem to overlook - Basic Common sense!!

By Sherrie

November 4, 2008 7:28 AM | Link to this

So you think uneducated insurance sales people should be living in $1,000,000.00 houses because they’ve been allowed to charge millions in healthcare while people are dying daily because healthcare is either being denied or the premiums are entirely overpriced so the “Average Joe” can’t afford it????? This is why we’re in the shape we’re in….not George Bush!!!! Obama has explained his plan and it sounds like a great one. McCain says he has a plan but nobody knows what it is. It’s a secret.

By Allen

November 4, 2008 7:34 AM | Link to this

I believe McCain will win and I am disgusted at those who think you are a back woods racist if you don’t support Obama. Has it ever crossed some of your minds that some of Obama’s issues just do not meet some of our criteria for a man runing for president ie. experience, high taxes, promise of big government, etc. I have two masters degrees, one from Southern Cal and I don’t consider myself a racist or a back woods redneck. Sorry that I don’t fit some of your preconceived conditions for voting for John McCain!

By From Suburban Trash

November 4, 2008 7:44 AM | Link to this

Well, you idiot the concerned youngin’. The only reason you have a computer to be able to blog is because the suburban trash is paying for your welfare, medicare and food stamps. How dare you bite the hand that feeds you? Oh yea, it’s because you are waiting for that muslim democrat to get elected and give you even more from the “suburban trash” paychecks!

By Katrina

November 4, 2008 7:47 AM | Link to this

First and foremost, Obama is the best man. I am so tired of white people thinking they rule the world. Get over it, change is so needed in this world. There is racism all over the world and we all need to check ourselves. I voted for Obama because I feel the republicans have put us in the situation we are in and we need to get out of this hole. Say what you want on this site, but please remember no one is brave enough to front anyone in person. Just keeping it real.

By Raul

November 4, 2008 7:48 AM | Link to this

MCCAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GET OUT AND VOTE. DO NOT LET NO-BAMA WIN BECAUSE HE’s BLACK!!!!!!

By Ben

November 4, 2008 7:50 AM | Link to this

Lauren, how can speaking the truth about a perceived outcome be an attempt to “suppress the vote”? To all of you people who are so fired up about Obama, I say more power to you but despite your enthusiasm the end numbers just don’t work out in your favor if you look at any electoral map of the state of Georgia.

In fact to be realistic about what’s going on in GA look at Saxby Chambliss; it’s projected that he’s going to get about 48% of the vote, he needs 50%+1 to win but if he’s headed into a runoff with Jim Martin it’s not going to bode well for him.

By Stephanie

November 4, 2008 7:56 AM | Link to this

I am hoping for a McCain win. To many things in Obamas past makes me sick. In California he talks about small towns like their pieces of dirt. Hey we are all Americans. In PA he claims he will bankrupt the coal factories. Hey these are peoples lives. PA, VA, OH, they will all take note on what he said about coal. How can anyone who works hard in those states vote for a man who will close them down. In Obamas own words Bankrupt the companies. Obama has only one adjenda and thats to win the election and send our money to third world countries so they can live better. For those of you voting for Obama, get real. He will not make your life better in any way shape or form. Remember the words of Obama, and I quote.

“JUST WORDS, JUST SPEACHES” He gets a A++ for acting. He will tear our country apart. All of you remember 9-11 before going to the polls. The next one might be in your city and your friends and family could be involved.

GOD SPEED to one and all.

By Stephanie

November 4, 2008 7:58 AM | Link to this

To the military men and women in here posting, answer this. Will you re-sign under Obama. I really need to know. Please.

By Eleanor Daniels

November 4, 2008 8:00 AM | Link to this

If the people of Georgia have any love for their country then McCain will win.

By Democratic but Independent Thinker

November 4, 2008 8:02 AM | Link to this

Steve at 6:54…it must be to early in the morning for you….you wake up spitting Racist, Devisive, Hateful rhetoric. And you say OBAMA is our problem…Look in the mirror Steve…the FIRST word you used was BLACK. You might as well have said YOU PEOPLE. Im praying for you brother and all the many many HATEFUL Americans that refuse to use knowledge as your power and stop using IGNORANCE and HATRED to divide this country. God Bless America and God Bless Americans MINDS!!

By You Stupid People

November 4, 2008 8:05 AM | Link to this

It is so funny, how most McCain/Palin supporters are so ignorant and really know they have no true reason to vote for McCain other than he is a WHITE man. If you had any intelligence whatsoever, then you would know that there are a LOT of whites, Asians, and Hispanics voting for Obama. I think it really p** you all off because there are more of a cultural mix votign for Obama INCLUDING people of your own race. Now, you want to say we are only voting for Obama because of his skin color. I guess the other races that are voting for him are Pro-Black as well.

I would rather vote for an intelligent man with substance any day over a washed up “hero” who is as dumb as his pick for VP. IF McCain wins, then whatever we get when this man put out there is what we deserve because of so many people not wanting to do the right thing.

By Melody

November 4, 2008 8:06 AM | Link to this

Hey Katrina, yea there is rasism all over the country but its the blacks who keep it going. I am very sick of it too. Look at the welfare, look at the government assistance. It all goes to blacks. Dont tell me that you dont live by the give me rules that blacks deserve to be taken care of because thats all I hear from you. Its up to the government to take care of me.

I am a black women and the worlds not white anymore its black and you yourself are keeping yourself down. Let it go and educate yourself. Stop living in the past, that was a long long time ago. Get off your rear end and make something of yourself. I for one am tired of hearing about slavery and what the government owes you. We and our family were not slaves so get over it. This is America, you want something then EARN it. Stop asking the government to support you and your families.

A black women for McCain.

By Itended

November 4, 2008 8:12 AM | Link to this

Why do people keep bringing up the supposed company Obama keeps, if you want to talk about character how about McCain cheating on his wife and leaving her(while she’s sick). That shows a lot of character. What would your minister say about that from the pulpit?

By Ind

November 4, 2008 8:12 AM | Link to this

Obama will win the Presidency. Probably won’t take Georgia because Georgia is ignorant.

All the ‘progressive’ states are voting Obama…California, Illinois, New York, Washington…

Alambamie, Kaintuck, Louisiana, and Mississippi and Jo-Ja will try to hang on the ways of the OLD SOUTH.

By krich

November 4, 2008 8:14 AM | Link to this

Well from what I have read and understand McCain wil win GA. However, the name calling and ignorance from both whites and blacks needs to stop. This election is not about the color of a mans skin but who can take this country in a new direction. I have seen the underlying ideas and thoughts of both men NEITHER is a SAINT or a GOD. This country is suffering and whoever the next president is will not change much in the next 4yrs. So just face it until we all blacks and whites put our differences aside(which are stupid)and work together as one this country will continue to sink into the pits and become a third world country. I am a black man and that is something I do not wish to see in my lifetime. God Bless the next President of the United States weather it be Barak Obama or John McCain.

By Dav

November 4, 2008 8:15 AM | Link to this

While many other states have moved past the Black-white issue, Georgia is STUCK IN THE PAST. It makes me sad to live here.

I voted for Obama and I AM WHITE!

By wj

November 4, 2008 8:17 AM | Link to this

Anyone who votes for a candidate based on skin color is just plain ignorant. This election will show just how shallow this country has become. The uninformed will drink the Kool-Aid that the news media has served them and vote for whom they are told. They for the most part do not want to do any research for themselves, they are looking for someone to take care of them. Most of them can tell you who all of the past American Idols were but not the same number of past Presidents. My vote will be for McCain/Palin.

By Decatur where it's greater

November 4, 2008 8:17 AM | Link to this

Georgia will turn BLUE!!!

By Corey

November 4, 2008 8:19 AM | Link to this

Nameless, is that surprising given that that group of Americans have not been afforded full constitutional gurantees until the last forty years or so especially in the south? You do know history, don’t you? Stupid is as stupid sounds. Furthermore, blacks have always voted overwhelmingly for democrats since since the Votings Rights Act and Civil Rights Act under a democrat, LBJ. I would invite you to my house during the month of February, but you may begin to hate yourself. Peace.

By Shannon

November 4, 2008 8:20 AM | Link to this

I dont think either one can fix the mess we are in. So I am looking at other areas of the world. Hillary is right, we need a president who can step in and take over. Now one that has to hunt down all his advisors and find out what he has to do or what he should do or who he should call when our country is being attacked. We need someone with experience who can defend the constitution of america. That is not a president in training. That man is John McCain.

America is our future and I will vote likewise.

By Tamiko

November 4, 2008 8:21 AM | Link to this

I’m hoping and praying Obama wins period!! Not just Ga but the whole Usa. I grew up in Ga and just recently moved 2 northern va/DC metro. It’s a real big change and for the better. I never knew blacks, whites, latinos, africans, asians, etc… could interact so well with each other. I also notice alot of different races supporting Obama as well as ALOT of whites. I’m hoping he can unite atleast half of the racists folks down there in the south. Life is much better and I’m experiencing alot of different cultures here. U racist folks have no idea what your missing out on if u don’t experience different cultures. I’m amazed at how divided the south still is and bcuz I lived there most of my life, I thought that was the normal. I’m mixed filipino/blk/white and I love ALL people. Whether Obama is blk, white or whatever, his policies is the deciding factor of my vote.

By GA Peach

November 4, 2008 8:21 AM | Link to this

Obama will win GA.

By Amazed

November 4, 2008 8:23 AM | Link to this

I’m amazed. My 7 year old could run the country more effectively than the idiot “you people” have in there now. So a vote for Obama because he’s black, a vote for Obama because you believe in his policies or a vote for Obama because you want a change from the current regime is STILL a vote in the right direction!

By MARLON 99X

November 4, 2008 8:25 AM | Link to this

STVEVE@ 6:54am.. Granted Steve this shows how much your low college level and intelligence shines trough in this grand republican state! I am happy that this is the biggest,greatest than ever high election vote in history! Sorry about you wanting a white man in office,but sweetie its going to happen oneday a black American will be president of these United States ,and a women may president as well oneday. This country wants the best and smart prsident in the white house. TIME FOR CHANGE! My boyfriend is a republican ,and I am domocrat! THE WORLD IS WATCHING US STEVE THANKS FOR PROCLIAMING YOUR TRUE RED,WHITE AND BLUE RACISM! “Its people like you this change will become a reality my brother, Peolpe like YOU!

By Alfreda Reynolds

November 4, 2008 8:27 AM | Link to this

It is so sad that our country USA is divided with so much racism. When 911 hit, we all came together hugging and kissing each other because it wasn,t just white nor black in this. It involved all nationality of people. So, why can’t this be an election for the better of our country and not for racism because of a black or a white president. Regardless if it is Obama or McCain this country does need a change for the better. People cannot keep living like this here in AMERICA.

By Brian

November 4, 2008 8:30 AM | Link to this

I am amazed at the amount of hate, vitriol, and pure lies that people spout in these comments… on both sides. Luckily, most Americans are honorable, hard-working people who respect their neighbors and their neighbors beliefs and opinions.

By Shannon

November 4, 2008 8:33 AM | Link to this

Obama wants to supress people. Thats what happens when you start giving things away. One its handed out, hard work does not seem to follow. All one has to do is look at teens for a reasonable explaination of this statement. Give teens what they want anytime they want it and they come to expect it. Then ask them to do something to earn and they look at you like your nuts or something.

Listen it human nature to try to get something for nothing. Only problem is in America, people have the resourses now to thrive in this nation. There are government grants for college, there are scholarships for kids that excel, there are public assistance when your having a hard time, and yes there is medicaid for low income insurance for kids. Why is it that the more you create the more people want.

What is wrong with educating yourself, getting a good paying job and supporting yourself. With most jobs comes insurance. I simply do not think the government should be there to care for your each and every want. I think you should get out of bed everyday and make your own life. If you choose not to do that then why is that my problem. Ever heard of “your made your bed, now lie in it?”

The idea that every american citizen has the right to healthcare, money, a home, a car, well yes you do have the right to those things, if you choose to work hard for them. The idea that you have the right to them by me working hard is obsurd and thats where I draw the line. You want things then get out and work for them just like I do. I pay my fair share of taxes now and I dont feel like I should pay more because some people dont want to. Voting McCain

By Darrell (www.blackthen.com)

November 4, 2008 8:35 AM | Link to this

I just returned home from voting and I cast my vote for John McCain.

I’m a black conservative who has voted for the Republican candidate for president the last four elections. The reason hasn’t been so much that I’m a “Republican”, it’s that the platform of candidates, like McCain, tend to align more closely with my own personal beliefs and values, which happen to be the same as what most blacks, especially in the South, grew up with. Values such work ethic, individual responsibility and accountability for one’s actions.

The question I have during major election cycles like this is why do so many (not all) blacks set aside those values - which have more to do with the individual being responsible for their own success - to a “handout” mindset to where we look to an individual to create that success for us? Forerunners like Frederick Douglass and Harriett Tubman, didn’t make the sacrifices they made so those of us who came after them would line up behind ANY politician with our hands out like beggars. It’s like and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said: “A man can’t ride your back unless it’s bent.”

Here’s a prime example of what I’m talking about - a woman who believes that with Obama as president, she’ll no longer have to worry about paying her mortgage or for gas for her car. Listen closely to what this woman is saying: YouTube of Obama supporter

Amazing. ;-/ It’s not good that one political party commands 95+ percent support from black voters. No single party should have that much influence.

By abc

November 4, 2008 8:43 AM | Link to this

Wow (and not in a good way) is all I can say about Darrell’s comments (8:35).
But that’s the beauty of this great nation, we’re all entitled to our votes and opinions so I applaud all of those who get out there and vote. Make your voice heard!

By Ugabulldawg

November 4, 2008 8:43 AM | Link to this

McCain will win and by bigger margins than expected in GA, Atlanta voters aren’t the only ones to determine GA politics. McCain-Pain will also win a close one country wide in the EV as a true leader will lead this country. The lite-weight Senator will just go back to represent IL as Hollywood, CA and NY don’t speak for this country or its proud people!

By Frank

November 4, 2008 8:43 AM | Link to this

I personally think the rural areas will push all Georgia electoral votes to McBush. However, the polls do seem to be under-representing young and black voters who are often only using cell phones, so perhaps their votes will be enough to counteract the uninformed baboons who live in the sticks.

By Tweety

November 4, 2008 8:45 AM | Link to this

You ALL sound RACIST to me!!! This is not a black/white issue — this is an issue of what is right for America.

Bush-lied, cheated, stole, and played your tails for 8 years, so did his daddy!!!

Think about this most if not all of the financial bail-outs have occurred during the Bush Sr. or Bush Jr. administration; so have all of the most recent wars.

Middle class americans have suffered greatly and me as a middle class american am tired of suffering.

I have a college degree, laid off from a huge telecom corporation. I am in my early 40’s, I will never see a job I will be able to retire from. I also probably won’t ever see my retirement funds. I will never see a job I will be employed at for longer than 4-6 years before that employer makes the decision to lay me off and employ overseas in India or Asia.

I’m sick and tired of being sick and tired of seeing those persons of the upper class and high upper class reap the benefits of what I deserve a chance at reaping.

I’ve paid the price just as much and I’ve given just as much and I want to live wealthy and in peace too!!!

You all obviously don’t pay attention to history and obviously don’t pay attention to what is being broadcast in the news.

I am voting for CHANGE in AMERICA; I am voting for SEN. BARAK OBAMA !!!!

By JD

November 4, 2008 8:50 AM | Link to this

Senator Obama will win because he’s the better candidate and despite the ignorant racist, the number of intelligent people in Georgia outweigh them. The thing that I find most amusing about all of this is how these same racist people who deep down inside despise black people (why though? most can’t even articulate why their hatred run so deep), there the same ones cheering on and praising black athletes when they score a touchdown or hit a game winning homerun for their favorite team…people get over it and move on…The face of America (and Georgia) is changing for the better…embrace it and open your mind, you’ll be amazed at how enhances your life.

By Ash

November 4, 2008 8:55 AM | Link to this

It’s so funny that people would actually call Obama a thug when he has way more education than McCain and McCain is such a hipocrite that it’s sad people would even vote for hinm when he cheated on his wife and left her while she was inlabor to go cheat with that crack head drug addict wife of his. GET REAL PEOPLE. You wanted to impeach Clinton just because of his affair with Monica, well do McCain the same way. WE NEED A SERIOUS CHANGE. OBAMA will make that change for the better.

By MCCain Supporter

November 4, 2008 8:58 AM | Link to this

It is funny to me that people are actually making comments that McCain supporters are only voting for him because he is white! Why are Obama supporters(African Americans) voting for him because he is such a visionary? Ha. Most of the people voting for Obama have no idea what he stands for or what he will do all they know is he is African American. And he will work to make sure they don’t have to work and get free healthcare while we (taxpayers) pay for it. Vote Mccain! And Marlon 99x if you make comments about low level college education you should at least proofread your post and learn how to spell.

By Tweety

November 4, 2008 9:00 AM | Link to this

To Darrell of (www.blackthen.com);

I say to you that it is persons or men of color like yourself who give us all a bad name!!!

You say we are looking for hand outs and that we are lacking values such as work ethic, individual responsibility and accountability for our actions.

I would really like to know why you feel that way, because if your African American family and roots were anything like my partially African American roots and those of our African American fore fathers you were taught to be responsible for yourself and for others you were with and even in times when you knew you should not be, to be proud and stand proud always at your job even at the jobs we disliked(washing laundry for white people; cleaning white folks homes, you know whats up).

I don’t believe those can be considered hand-outs if you consider them hand-outs they are the same hand-outs that enabled your tail to go to college or university, sit anywhere you want to on the bus, ride an airplane, sit in that cubicle or have an office next to that white man/woman at work, voice your opinion and most importantly vote!!!

You’ve got it all twisted my friend it’s not a hand-out it’s a hand-up!!!!

Those are all so untrue, during

By Shannon

November 4, 2008 9:02 AM | Link to this

So how many of you think the handouts to americans will start with Obama as the President. Let me tell you something that is a fact. Theres not enough working americans to supply the budget proprosal that Obama is planning. Get ready for higher and I do mean higher taxes for all these programs to support the people in their desire to have what you have without the dedication and hard work backing it. You americans will work for a reason now and that reason will be to support those who dont want to work. A trillian in new spending is a lot of money people. Hes not cutting anything. You want to work and keep 30% of your pay for yourself? Well I think I deserve more then chump change after working 60 hours per week to make ends meet for myself. I work for it, I should keep it.

McCain/Palin, the choise for American WORKERS.

By ZEKE

November 4, 2008 9:03 AM | Link to this

THERE IS NO CHOICE! ONLY MCCAIN DESERVES A POSITIVE VOTE!

By Darrell (www.blackthen.com)

November 4, 2008 9:05 AM | Link to this

Tweety “…and I want to live wealthy and in peace too!!!”

The irony of your wanting to “live wealthy” is that as you acquire that wealth, the man you support for president (Obama) will be the very same person who will want to redistribute to someone else the wealth you will have worked so hard to obtain. (He has said that in his own words.)

As for your wanting to live in peace, we all want that. Who doesn’t? But for you to think that by electing a certain candidate - any candidate - as president will affect the hearts of individuals around the world who want to do harm to this nation, then you’re being naive.

You say we “don’t pay attention” to history. Well, history is replete with instances of nations sitting down across from each other and signing a piece of paper “promising” not to invade or go to war with the other. But a signature on a document is not a mirror into a person’s heart, and the only real way to avoid or avert war is to show the other guy that you’ll willing to fight if they come at you the wrong way.

Handshakes and empty promises don’t work. Never have.

By beki

November 4, 2008 9:06 AM | Link to this

McCain will win Georgia but by the narrowest of margins; say, by 1 or 2% of the population. Why? Because of Obama’s name, skin color, and party; after all, this is the South, and the whites ( especially among the poorer sections of the state )are very conservative. Me? I’m white, female, educated ( but not enough ), and underemployed; for me, it’s not about change, it’s about Iraq, jobs, and the economy. We don’t need another Republican administration to further ruin our country’s reputation by running up the debt. I voted for Obama.

By White Boy

November 4, 2008 9:13 AM | Link to this

Why does this country need change? Most of the people screaming change are on welfare and get food stamps. What more change do these people want? Oh, I almost forgot they get free medical care too. Get a job and get off the system!

By Seagull

November 4, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this

Im voting for Obama, but I think McCain will take Georgia only because of hicks and trash out number educated people in GA.

By President

November 4, 2008 9:19 AM | Link to this

My whole family voted for McCain. I think that all of those voters that are white and say they will vote for Obama once they get into the booth and no one is watching they will not vote for a black man. I think that you have to go with the lessor or two evils. Obama lied about the way he would take money for his run at this and that turned me off from him. The sad part about the whole thing is that if he does win some idiot in Kansas or some corn field will try to take him out because he is black so this is gonna change this country and hopefully for the good. I dont think either of them could do any worse then the fool we have as President now. But if you dont vote then you cant complain so good luck to both of them and GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!

By Gram

November 4, 2008 9:20 AM | Link to this

I am white, and I am not against a black man being president, as long as he is intelligent, and is educated in running a country. Obama is intelligent, but has NO clue as to how to run a country. McCain gets my vote.

By Donna P.

November 4, 2008 9:22 AM | Link to this

I think McCain is going to win this election. There are lots of people who don’t like Obama and aren’t buying his “change” mantra. I don’t think Obama will take Virginia, Florida, North Carolina, or Ohio. I’m thinking Pennsyvlania is also leaning McCain. I do expect some rioting over this election though.

By krich

November 4, 2008 9:24 AM | Link to this

White Boy I usually don’t get into back and forth but I must say that most of the People I have seen screaming change are Educated people of all races. It is ignorant commments and people like you that make this world a terrible place to live.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this

Textbook AJC blogs. A bunch of idiots with a grudge against another person because of their prejudices being able to voice their ignorant opinions. God bless America! Black peopele, don’t be fooled by the media and these polls, there is no way in hell this country is going to let a Black man be the most powerful person in the world. There is still a win in this historic race though, it got millions more people out there to vote. When McCain wins, I am going to stand behind him as our president. Can any of you McCain supporters say the same about Obama? You don’t need to answer, I already know what it is. Go Vote!

By Gram

November 4, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this

These people that live off of the government think that when Obama says he is going to take from the rich and distribute it that it means they are going to get some sort of money every month. Excuse me while I laugh.

By LookingForChange

November 4, 2008 9:26 AM | Link to this

What a great opportunity for Georgia voters! I hope that today is as historic for us as it will be for the nation.

By just saying

November 4, 2008 9:27 AM | Link to this

Obama is for abortion (even when a baby survies, that is murder) & socialism (practically communism) otherwise I would have considered him. Sadly this country is being deceived. Thank the Lord I have peace in Jesus.

By Alex

November 4, 2008 9:28 AM | Link to this

I agree with “white boy.” Why do we need change? Like he said, the only complainers are the thugs out there or people who don’t want to work for their money. I guess that is why 99.9% of blacks are voting for Obama. I think the funniest thing I have seen is that police nationwide are preparing for blacks to riot and what not whether Obama wins or loses. What does that say about your pathetic race? Unreal.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 9:28 AM | Link to this

White boy, most people in the country want change from this Bush adminstration. McCain would be a change from the Bush failures. Do you what 4 to 8 more years of the Bush adminstration? Stop being typical my friend. Why am I even responding to you?

By Shannon

November 4, 2008 9:29 AM | Link to this

Ben,

You’re right … people voting for Obama their vote most likely won’t count as McCain will most likely win Georgia, but you know what?? I really don’t care. I just cannot bring myself to vote for McCain who will just be 4 more years of President Bush (how can he not when he voted with Bush 90% of the time??).

By Observationist

November 4, 2008 9:30 AM | Link to this

This is all I have to say and observed. All of you folks spewing your hateful negative comments….come out and say it to our faces…just like someone said earlier..what happened in the 60s will never have again. That’s change enough for me. Yeah, just try it.

By iVoted

November 4, 2008 9:32 AM | Link to this

Some of these comments are blatantly ignorant and/or racist. Vote for who you believe in! Don’t criticize others for voting on the candidate that you oppose. The Majority rules and it’s a whole lot of non blacks that are voting for Obama as well. We are the minority so best believe Obama can’t win with our votes alone. So stop making it into a Black and White thing! This election is not about race. It’s about who would best run our country. So Vote for your best candidate. Mines just happen to be Obama/Biden 08!!!

By SCARED

November 4, 2008 9:33 AM | Link to this

It is truely going to be a scary day if we have OBAMA as president. Sooo, I should work harder to take care of the lazy as people that want everything handed to them. Not to mention the fact that his own Church promotes racism. But that’s right, he denonced them after 18 years only when he started running for President and it became known of his ties to this church. Vote him in, and when he screws this country up beyond repair his “Cult” followers will only have themselves to blame. ARUBA here I come.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 9:33 AM | Link to this

President, I must correct you on something. Obama never committed to anything initially in regards to his funding, he basically said he would look into it and weigh his options and then decided to go one way. There people go again, twisting words, but hey this is politics and most people don’t do research themselves and let the media dictate how they feel. That goes for conservatives and liberals.

By are we there yet?

November 4, 2008 9:35 AM | Link to this

“A democracy is always temporary in nature,” wrote Alexander Tyler; “It simply cannot exist as a permanent form of government.”

Why did he come to this conclusion? The Scottish professor explained, “A democracy will continue to exist until the time that the voters discover they can vote themselves generous gifts from the public treasury.

“From that moment on, the majority will always vote for the candidates who promise the most benefits from the public treasury, with the result that every democracy will finally collapse due to loose fiscal policy, which is always followed by a dictatorship.”

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 9:37 AM | Link to this

Alex, did you just call an entire race pathetic? Now is it an appropriate time to call someone a racist and not be blamed for pulling the race card?

By Kay

November 4, 2008 9:46 AM | Link to this

Wow people. Whats going on? If the white and the blacks were divided before look at whats happenening now? Have you all read things that are posted on here? Everyone has a right to vote how they see fit. That doesnt make anyone of us no matter what color you are wrong. It is a difference in opinion. Theres nothing wrong with that. Look God has a plan and HIS plan will be carried out no matter how we vote. If its Obama..praise God, if its McCain praise God. God knows what will happen long before we do. The man that wins this election God put him there for a reason. The color doesnt matter, I am sorry. The only thing that should matter is that this man wants what is best for this country and that he prays for Gods DIVINE will to be done. God made us all equal in HIS eyes, we are all beautiful. We are saved if we accept by HIS grace. People please pray for whomever is in this office. The time is at hand. I know that this one posting wont make much of a difference but maybe someone will read it and just pray. We are living in scary times…let us pray and seek HIS face n all we do!! In CHRISTS name AMEN!

By lss

November 4, 2008 9:48 AM | Link to this

I’ve been sitting on the fence, leaning towards Obama for the past several months. But now I am very conflicted after doing research and reading about Obama’s support of the Freedom of Choice Act. I’m a white working woman who is pro life (espcially after dealing with some ups and downs of having children myself). However, I am also an attorney who supports the democratic views. I am truly conflicted today.

By krich

November 4, 2008 9:49 AM | Link to this

For those of you who mentioned the abortion issue well what you have not heard is that McCain is no on the right side of the fence and not totally against it. Like I stated before neither is a SAINT or GOD. The truth behind both parties is always hiddend. JUST VOTE!!!

By Jason

November 4, 2008 9:49 AM | Link to this

SCARED, I’m pretty sure you don’t make anywhere near $250K or $200K or even $100K. I’ve never met anyone at those income levels who couldn’t spell “truly” and “denounced.” That being said, shut up and get back to work on my toilet, you ignorant, inbred hick.

By Shannon

November 4, 2008 9:51 AM | Link to this

hey guess what people. The presidents job is to defend this country and keep us safe. He has done that.

The congress job is to handle the money and taxes and create laws to government the country. After two years of a democratic congress and the financial downfall under this congress, I agree, we need a change.

I urge everyone to knock out the crooks in the house and senate up for re-election. They have done nothing to help this country. However Bush has keep us safe from further attack. That means Bush has done the job and the rest of the government has not. Replace them.

Then realize that McCain is not Bush, rushed back at the risk of his campain to make sure that the 700 billion bailout (house and congress doing) was not full of earmark money and once again went against his party the first go around to protect the people of this country from corruption while Obama yelled “call me if you need me” hummmmmmmmmm.

If the house and senate once more blame Bush for them not doing their job I think I will puke. Bush did his job, its the rest of them that did not. They caused this financial mess and they know it. Each and every one of them. So vote wisely and vote.

By Terrance Chatman

November 4, 2008 9:53 AM | Link to this

This is to the racist cowards who hide behind blogs, emails, websites and something called “conservatism”. You do not care about the economy, your neighbor or your community unless it run by whites and benefits whites first. I bet you want bring it to the “streets” where we are. You still feel white males got to be the Pres, coaches, principles, managers, chiefs. They cannot be just simple team member. This is the most ignorant and hillbillish thinking that has been the underlying platform of how America has truly been. Certain whites think because of the color of “their” skin they are smarter than other races. Not at all; but they are better theives, liers and enslaver of people and land thief.

You think you still slick but I am here to tell Martin Luther King is not around anymore so you bring that hillbilly sh*t if you want to. It wont the other cheek we will be turning this time!

And last but not least; America is the richest country in the world AND IT SHOULD BE BECAUSE IT GOT IT FOR FREE. IT STOLE THE LAND AND STOLE THE LABOR (SLAVES) TO WORK THE LAND.

Now to my good Americans of all races, I got much love you.

By Terrance Chatman

November 4, 2008 9:53 AM | Link to this

This is to the racist cowards who hide behind blogs, emails, websites and something called “conservatism”. You do not care about the economy, your neighbor or your community unless it run by whites and benefits whites first. I bet you want bring it to the “streets” where we are. You still feel white males got to be the Pres, coaches, principles, managers, chiefs. They cannot be just simple team member. This is the most ignorant and hillbillish thinking that has been the underlying platform of how America has truly been. Certain whites think because of the color of “their” skin they are smarter than other races. Not at all; but they are better theives, liers and enslaver of people and land thief.

You think you still slick but I am here to tell Martin Luther King is not around anymore so you bring that hillbilly sh*t if you want to. It wont the other cheek we will be turning this time!

And last but not least; America is the richest country in the world AND IT SHOULD BE BECAUSE IT GOT IT FOR FREE. IT STOLE THE LAND AND STOLE THE LABOR (SLAVES) TO WORK THE LAND.

Now to my good Americans of all races, I got much love you.

By sad in ga

November 4, 2008 9:55 AM | Link to this

OMG…it saddens me to read the ignorant, racist comments that have been made by supporterss of McCain and Obama. The truth is yes, some African Americans are voting for Obama because he is a black man, but some Caucasians are not voting for him because he is. So, what is the difference? The bottom line is as a country we must vote for the candidate that we feel will lead our country out of the crisis that we are in. If change is what we need then change is what we get. Please do not fault Obama for saying we need change, because the Bible said it first. “God grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change, the strength and wisdon to know the difference.” I understand that a blog is a blog, but when you attack someones integrity just to blog that is ridiculous. I am a supporter of Obama, not because he is a black man, but because I believe in his sincerity to lead this country, I believe in his family values, but most importantly I believe he will lead this country out of turmoil.

By Pillsbury Doughboy

November 4, 2008 9:55 AM | Link to this

I’m a liberal Democrat. I was born and raised in Georgia. Will John McCain get votes simply because Obama is black? The answer is yes for some people. However, it is simplistic and insulting to assert that all persons in this state who vote for McCain are racists. We have differing ideas about the way the country should be run. Most people I know who support McCain simply do not support Obama’s domestic policies, end of story. That is not racism.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 9:56 AM | Link to this

Very well put Kay and Krich.

By Concerned Georigan

November 4, 2008 9:58 AM | Link to this

It concerns me to read all of the responses for Mccain. Have you all noticed that everyone who is for Mccain has nothing but derrogatory comments about Obama? you all really need to grow up and understand that your president is the reason we are in this situation and people are being laid off by the hundreds every week. Do you not like Obama because he does have a black father or is it because you honestly in your heart and soul believe he is not the better candidate for this country?! With Mccain being so old, if something happens to him, Palin will be in charge. Dont get me wrong, i think she is a very charismatic and beautiful woman, however she doesnt know anything about governmental policies!! She is not a good candidate and would not do well with this country and the responsibilities at hand. EVERYONE NEEDS TO GROW UP AND VOTE OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By atlGAL

November 4, 2008 9:59 AM | Link to this

I think it will be a tie!! As long as Obama wins the Presidency, who cares, White people will have to respect the man anyways!! And for those who voted for Obama and are white, WE ARE BROTHERS AND SISTERS!!! those who voted for MCcain, YOU WILL ALWAYS WANT TO KEEP US DIVIDED!! AND FOR THOSE WHO ARE UNDECIDED, THINK ABOUT THE GAS PRICES, NO JOBS, HOME FORECLOSURES, AND GEORGE BUSH FOR THE LAST 8 YEARS!!! OBAMA WILL WIN TONIGHT!! JUST WAIT AND SEE!!!

By T Money

November 4, 2008 9:59 AM | Link to this

I think Georgia will go for McCain, but I think it will be much closer than a lot of “experts” are saying. Perhaps less than 1% difference.

I’ve been following this election since the primary season, and I truly believe Obama is more qualified for the job of President than McCain. He is more in touch with the younger generation. True he attended church where Jeremiah Wright was the pastor, but that has not influenced him in this campaign. His VP pick was sound, unlike McCain’s knee-jerk pick.

And as for possible riots, I have multiple friends, all white, that have said they will riot if Obama loses. Their reasoning was simple, this is the first election that both African Americans and the 18-25 crowd are showing up in droves, and if Obama does not win, they will feel that the election was stolen from them.

I looked at the issues that matter to me, and I’m voting for the ticket that I feel is best in line with those issues.

Obama/Biden ‘08

By lulu

November 4, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this

I have been a democrat/liberal since I can remember but have always said I would vote for McCain if he ever ran. He is what I consider to be the most qualified of the 2 canidates. I have read all the comments about racism and voting for one cause he is one color( and yes even I have said that the majority of blacks will only vote for Obama because of his skin color). I believe that Obama can not run this country properly because he is not a proud American. It is that simple. I dont care what color he is or what his personal history is but I do care that the leader of this country have pride in what he does! And so should you! In having pride for the USA you should hope that the voters know WHY they are voting for a person and not because it is the first time a person of color has run. I hope all make wise decisions based on wise choices and not to prove that a black man can win the white house. I want a leader for all not for some and so should you! Go John I will be voting for you soon!

By Scared

November 4, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this

Jason - Not that it is any of your business, but this does affect me and my family. In case you did not know if your married combined some people can make a lot more than you at McDonald’s. I will call Joe the Plumber to fix your toilet for you since your phone is most likely shut off for non payment. PS - Hick not a word that would describe me, but keep name calling if it makes you feel better.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 10:06 AM | Link to this

Get ready to get a trash can then Shannon. By the way, Republicans recently seem to forget the 6 years prior to the 2 years the Democrats were in control. I don’t have my degree in business, but it sure seems like it would take more than 2 years to get this country into $10 trillion worth of debt. When Bush got into office, we had a surplus, so how do you explain that? Yeah, there hasn’t been another terrorist attack on American soil since 9/11, but 9/11 was the worst terrorist attack on American soil in history.

By LOL@Obama

November 4, 2008 10:07 AM | Link to this

You people are a bunch of sheep!

atlGAL- you are a racist POS

By AM

November 4, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this

After the last 8 years of corruption we need a change. Obama all the way. Give the other party the same chance. If the dems can’t represent the people either, out they go!

By Scared

November 4, 2008 10:23 AM | Link to this

atlGAL is one of the first ones in line with her hand out so she does not have to get off her a* and work. People like you are the reason this election is going to tear us all apart. I am truely shocked at how racist your remarks are. Do you know the first thing about what Obama stands for? Do you have your strong beliefs on anything he is wanting to change? Is it just a skin thing? Wrong reason to vote!

By Jim

November 4, 2008 10:25 AM | Link to this

The blacks will riot either way. So no one wins, Georgia loses.

By Joe

November 4, 2008 10:28 AM | Link to this

McCain will easily win Georgia. Georgians can see a con man like Obama for what he is. A socialist who wants to take my hard earned money and give it to sorry asses who don’t want to work…..

By Sportsfan

November 4, 2008 10:33 AM | Link to this

McCain. BTW, as a majority of the rappers are rolling in “dough” and are Obama supporters, do you think they will object if he wins the election and takes their “dough” to spread around?

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 10:34 AM | Link to this

I have question? Why do people think that Obama’s economic plan is going to put more people on welfare? Do you think that anyone making under $200,000 per year is going to get food stamps and a welfare check? Obama’s plan is not to be handing out checks, but to give tax breaks for most people. I am pretty sure most of the people on this blog will be getting tax breaks. So if tax breaks are welfare, then most big businesses in America right now are on welfare. Please people, do me a favor, do your research before you get on here with your ignorance.

By gayle

November 4, 2008 10:34 AM | Link to this

Bush and his henchmen (Cheney, Gonzalez, Rumsfeld, Rice, etc.) have done such terrible damage to this country - within and without. This country used to set the example for peace and human rights for the rest of the world to follow. But that is all gone now. Can it be shocking that 80% of Europeans are hoping Obama wins?

At the point we are now, policies are almost secondary to a person’s ability to heal the rifts in this country and bring us together.

Reading the many hateful passages here shows how the politics of race and fear have divided us, particularly over the last 8 years.

McCain and particularly his sidekick Palin have shown they are ready to build on that hate and fear that their predecessor has wrought upon us.

Obama - in Colin Powell’s words - is a transformational figure, the kind of gifted person we need who might bring us back together and replace that fear with hope. He’s done it before and I hope he will do it for all of us now.

Be honest people, we all need it!

By GaLiberal

November 4, 2008 10:36 AM | Link to this

Steve@11/3, 9:54 PM posted: Well we are screwed either way. If McCain wins, the blacks will protest, have riots, claim racism, etc. If Obama Bin Laden wins, they will riot, loot, etc. The only good news is that if that thug does win, he will only be in office for four years for sure. It’s funny how the NAACP, SCLC, and other racist leaders never had marches, rallies, and all the other crap four or eight years ago when only white people were running. And the blacks say they are NOT voting for Obama because the color of his skin? YEA RIGHT!

Steve is the reason McCain will carry GA. He is a racist, but justifies his racism by blaming others. I’m sure there are many other “Steves” in GA that will justify their vote for McCain in a similar convoluted way. They will vote against Obama because of the color of his skin and not his abilities. If that was the deciding factor, McCain would not have a chance in hell of winning.

When you vote for Rethuglicon, you vote against your own best interests. And Steve is living proof.

By A True American

November 4, 2008 10:37 AM | Link to this

I have spent I do not know how long now reading all the post on here and it amazes me to see how we still seem to have such a split because of what color you are. I have listened to everything that has come down since we knew the two candidates and to be honest neither one is a great choice but at the same time we have to have one and I as an American will respect the President no matter whom it may be.

To just go straight on with this Obama is a clown and bold face liar period with everything he has been involved and associated with get a grip people ( do you really want this man leading the country). As an american I want a man that has been through something and not handed anything as well one of the candidates have had. People need to know the history and whom Obama went to school with and how he got the money to attend the colleges he attended.

If he get’s into the office this country is in some serious trouble and well we will be through. Say so long to your freedom.

By wnlmr

November 4, 2008 10:37 AM | Link to this

I couldn’t careless about McCain and his privileged class these people have no idea ,nor care of the of the real America, the working class. they have nothing but contempt for ideas of fairness as they have shown through the election it’s all been about them and their money me me me,that’s what we heard,and lot of gossip and accusations that have been proven false.no idea of watching dreams come crashing down on their heads losing homes no college for their kids a life time of work crumbled at their feet. they had their kick at the can nows it’s time for the real Americans turn

By ROOSTER

November 4, 2008 10:37 AM | Link to this

Be on the ready, either way it goes there is going to be a showdown.

By Is This DejaVu?

November 4, 2008 10:37 AM | Link to this

Look at all the racist remarks here on this blog. What’s really funny is the fact that you white people claim black people are voting for Obama because of his race. Well look at the pot calling the kettle black! You all are voting against Obama simply because he is black. What makes you right and others wrong? Use your brain and understand Obama is an awesome candidate and will be an effective leader for our country.

Can you not face the fact that the McCain/Plain team is really the same as the Bush Administration? Bush deployed our troops in search of so-called weapons of mass destruction only to come back and say “my bad.” What will Palin/McCain have us looking for during their administration? I don’t know and don’t care to find out. I voted Obama and I am ready to see him come through for our country!

I know change is hard from some of you die hard “southern” white folks, but pals this is long over due!!!

Now step aside and let Obama do his thing….

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By Dell

November 4, 2008 10:39 AM | Link to this

Obama will not win GA but he will win the election. Probably in a landslide but all you people out there calling him a socialist need to check yourselves because I don’t know or remember anyone who said they were going to be returning their stimulus checks when they came in the mail. I pose a very basic question to Republicans who are accusing Barack Obama of adopting “socialist principals.” How are stimulus checks not a form of socialism?

Let’s back up for a second. The concept of stimulus checks is nothing new. The idea is that the government gives its citizens a check for a few hundred dollars with the idea that they are going to p** it away on DVD’s, clothing or other retail items to improve the GDP. The problem is that most people use those checks to pay their rent or pay down existing debt or other things they need which are likely not made in the United States anyways. The research is in and stimulus checks don’t work as intended especially when the economy is doing badly. This comes down to targeting. Stimulus checks are issued to those who have relatively low incomes and don’t have as much money for discretionary spending. Instead of buying stuff as they are intended, they would rather use the money to simply not be as poor.

So what does this have to do with socialism and Republicans and the election? I am glad you asked. About a week ago when Obama was talking to our favorite person ever, Joe the Plumber, (if you don’t know who he is, please invite me to the rock you have been living under or use your stimulus check to purchase a television). Obama mentioned that he was interested in trying to reduce the class warfare our country faces by changing our tax structure to favor those making less then $250,000 a year (I.E. Those who are not pretty damn wealthy). John McCain took one line he used to describe this, “spreading the wealth around”, to be the battle cry to call Obama a socialist. Now here is where I get a little confused. How are reducing taxes for poor American’s more socialist then issuing them stimulus checks, which is quite literally spreading the wealth around which John McCain supports? If you can answer that then you are smarter then I am.

The great irony is that this country has always been interested in spreading the wealth around. Have you ever wondered why social security didn’t simply pay out benefits that directly correlate to the amount of money you have contributed to it in your lifetime and no more? That would be in alignment with John McCain’s Darwinist principals as well as that of the free market but he would never get elected if he said that directly (In fairness, he remembers when there was no Social Security! -ed). So basically John McCain and George Bush support socialism but as the old saying goes, it is not that they don’t get it, it is just that they can’t sell it. Well maybe not Bush but that is a different story…Have a great day.Remember,knowledge is power not ignorance. Before you start bumping your gums no WTF you are talking about.

That is all

By OBAMO GIRL

November 4, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this

LETS FACE IT HAVE OF THE WHITE PEOPLE DONT EVEN MAKE $250.000 A YEAR THERE JUST AS POOR AS SOME BLACK SO WHAT IF WE VOTE FOR OBAMA BECAUSE HE IS BLACK YALL VOTE FOR YALL WHITE PRES BECAUSE HE IS WHITE YOU CANT HAVE IT YOUR WAY THIS TIME FOOLS YOU BETTER PRAY TO GOD THAT WE DONT ENSLAVE YOUR ASSES YOU STUPID A* FOOLS DONT BE CARED NOW CAUSE WHEN ITS TIME TO MEET YOUR MAKER YALL ALL GOING TO HELL ANYWAY

By Sportsfan

November 4, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this

I’ve noticed that slavery keeps being mentioned. I nor you were alive during that time in this great country, therefore, I nor you owe the other a thing!

By DUKE

November 4, 2008 10:46 AM | Link to this

YOU VOTED FOR WHITE PEOPLE BECAUSE …DUH….THEY WERE THE ONLY ONES THAT HAVE BEEN RUNNING…..COME ON …DON’T BE SO NAIVE…..LET’S SEE WHO RIOTS FIRST WHEN HE WINS OR DOESN’T WIN..THERE WILL BE VIOLENCE….MARK MY WORDS……WE WILL SEE…..YOU ARE SO STUPID MY FRIEND……

By KoolAid House

November 4, 2008 10:49 AM | Link to this

I’m definitely can identify with what you’re saying abc.

By Scared

November 4, 2008 10:54 AM | Link to this

OMG! OBAMO Girl- First his name is Obama, not OBAMO. You of all people should have never even blogged. Did you pass third grade? Here in America we speak English, not Ebonics - at least not yet. You are a prime example of what is wrong with all of this. Go back to school and learn to type and then blog us back! Sorry for all of the big words.

By Daria

November 4, 2008 10:56 AM | Link to this

It scares me to think that some of the people who have commented are the ones out there voting. I wish they had a basic test that you had to take before you could vote to prove that you at least had a general idea of what policies each candidate supported. I voted for McCain this morning, but I completely respect anyone who votes for Obama, as long as you researched him and truly agree with his policies. I agree with his education policies, but that is where it ends. I believe that his healthcare policy will fail. He has never explained how he will fund it and therefore I can only assume it will be with taxes. No matter what form of healthcare we have there will always be some people left out. Its the sad, viscious truth. However, the US funds the majority of the drug companies. Whether I agree with that or not, what happens when they don’t have the money pouring in for R&D? How will we find new medicines to combat AIDS, cancer, etc? How will we maintain the greatest physicians/surgeons/etc. when we don’t pay the salaries they are used to receiving for all of their schooling? As far as taxes go, there is an old saying dating back a LONG time ago that a country will never advance by knocking down the strong. There is no perfect world, but I feel more confident in McCain.

By cornhole

November 4, 2008 10:59 AM | Link to this

Count me as one who will NEVER vote for a black! I don’t care if they are Democrat, Republican or from Mars they will NEVER get my vote and have two words why. CLAYTON COUNTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By atwork

November 4, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this

ha obama girl keep on dreaming, slavery was gone way before you were even thought of. Read your post and tell me who the FOOL is.

You all need to get over the slavery thing no one owes you anything.

By Notjustme

November 4, 2008 11:01 AM | Link to this

What ever happened to choosing the best man to better our country and world relations for our children??? we should put our energy into them rather than our own selfish opinions…… at least thats what I would do!!

By DUKE

November 4, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this

STEVE IS ABSOLUTELY RIGHT…YA’LL WATCH AND SEE…WHAT HAPPENS…….THEN WHY IS NEW YORK STEPPING UP POLICE AND IN LAS ANGELES AND THE OTHER BIG CITIES….JUST SIT BACK AND WAIT WHAT HAPPENS WHEN HEATHENS DON’T GET THEIR WAY OR DO GET THEIR WAY…..THERE WILL BE RIOTS..EITHER IN ANGER OR CELEBRATION……

By obama girl opps I mean obamo girl

November 4, 2008 11:05 AM | Link to this

fool of a typo makes me just as stupid a* your azz then guess what ill say it again so you wont misunderstand me this time LETS FACE IT HAVE OF THE WHITE PEOPLE DONT EVEN MAKE $250.000 A YEAR YOU ARE JUST AS POOR AS SOME BLACK SO WHAT IF WE VOTE FOR OBAMA BECAUSE HE IS BLACK SO F*** WHAT —YALL VOTE FOR YALL WHITE PRES BECAUSE HE IS WHITE YOU CANT HAVE IT YOUR WAY THIS TIME FOOLS YOU BETTER PRAY TO GOD THAT WE DONT ENSLAVE YOUR ASSES YOU STUPID A* FOOLS DONT BE SCARED NOW CAUSE WHEN ITS TIME TO MEET YOUR MAKER YALL ALL GOING TO HELL ANYWAY.. NOW IS THAT BETTER FOOL HA HA HA OBAMA OBAMA OBAMA OBAMA OBAMA OBAMA GOOD THING YOUR HIDING BEHIND YOUR KEYYBOARD BECAUSE WELL YOU NOW WHAT WOULD HAPPEN

By DUKE

November 4, 2008 11:07 AM | Link to this

OK, SO TELL ME WHY…….AND I WAN’T A DECENT ANSWER……WHY IN THE NEWS WE HERE ABOUT A 100 YEAR OLD BLACK MAN WHO HAS NEVER EVER VOTED IN ALL HIS 100 YEARS, I GUESS NEVER CARED ABOUT IT….WHY IN THIS PARTICULAR ELECTION ALL OF A SUDDEN HE GETS DIVINE INTERVENTION AND WANTS TO VOTE ALL OF A SUDDEN RIGHT? EXPLAIN THAT …..PLEASE……

By atlGal

November 4, 2008 11:08 AM | Link to this

Scared, do you even have a job? LOL@Obama, your a redneck, please we dont want any of your phony votes!!! ONLY THE REAL OBAMA FANS NEED TO STAND UP, NOT THESE IDIOTIC CLOWNS ON THIS BLOG!! OBAMA AND YOUR MOMMA!!! CORNHOLE, YOU WILL BE BEHOLDING TO THE BLACK MAN, HIS NAME IS OBAMA YOU REDNECK FOOL!!!

By asteve46

November 4, 2008 11:09 AM | Link to this

Georgia will go for Sen. McCain. I have been a McCain champion prior to his 2000 campaign and I wished that he would have beat out G.W. Bush. (I am a native Texan). However, McCain has changed his middle-right leaning philosophies to appease the far right of the Republican party. As many moderates/independents, I think this is why McCain may end up losing the election. I happily voted for Sen. Obama almost 3 weeks ago.

I wish I could say that race does not play a factor in the GA results, but it does. I agree that there are some black Georgians that will vote for Sen. Obama simply because he is African-American, however those votes will likely be offset by voters who will not vote for him for the same reason. The rest of us will decide who gets GA’s electoral votes. African-Americans have been voting for white candidates since given the right to vote (15th Amendment - 1870) and the lifting of obstacles to vote (Voting Rights Act 1965), so I think it is unfair to paint them with a single stroke.

Regardless of who wins I wish both men all the best. They have a huge mountain of mess to deal with once they are sworn into office. I also pray that no harm comes to either of these candidates. I believe that most Americans live there life in the middle of the political landscape and all have common goals for themselves and their families. Georgians are a lot better than some of the posts on this blog suggest.

By Aoril

November 4, 2008 11:11 AM | Link to this

All you people that truely believe that George Bush had any power past this democratic crap of a congress are full of it. If you were as open minded as you say you would then admit that there is no way Bush could look good because they made him look terrible. Took the country down economically while they were at it. Maybe just maybe had they worked together to back the president we would not be in this mess.

So was it Bush as much as the Congress fighting against him. I dont think so. They are all in need of a good replacement. Think the Americans can stand together to do this.

People dont you get it. Whats best for this nation is not the President. McCain, Obama, does not matter. Neither have business experience and the united states is just that. Its a business and needs to run as such. Whats wrong with this country are the lawmakers sitting in the house and senate. They are the reason for this mess, every single one of them. Go ahead and vote for your president, im sure either will be fine. You want change though, then vote your sitting reps out of office. They are the real reason we are here in this economic mess. Not the President but your tax and spend representatives. Move them out, and put new in. If the new dont work for us then move them out next time.

Open your eyes america, black, white, asian, mexican, it does not matter. We all bleed the same, so smile, hold hands and lets fix this country on our own. Vote out your holdovers in government. Thats the only way to remove the corruption.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 11:12 AM | Link to this

Is that you David Duke? Where have you been and when are you going to try that bid for president again?

By atlgal

November 4, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this

@Scared, Obama means change, idiot, CHANGE FOR ALL THE SCUM LIKE YOURSELF OUT HERE, CHANGE FOR ALL RACES TO COME TOGETHER, CHANGE FOR THE ECOMONY FOR HAVE A LASTING CHANCE, AND OUR DOLLAR TO MEAN SOMETHING, CHANGE FOR THESE GREEDY OIL COMPANIES AND THEIR FRIENDS TO NOT HAVE ALL THE MONEY AND FOR MIDDLE CLASS PEOPLE LIKE MYSELF, SO I CAN AFFORD TO PUT GAS IN MY CAR, CHANGE FOR THE WHOLE WORLD NOT JUST THE US. CHANGE FOR BLACK PEOPLE AND WHITE PEOPLE TO LOVE EACH OTHER OR DID YOU FORGET HIS MOMMA IS WHITE. LIKE I SAID BEFORE NO IGNORANT VOTES FOR OBAMA…PLEASE!!!

By DUKE

November 4, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this

YEP….OBAMA GIRL IS A GHETTO GIRL….FIGURES……

By michael

November 4, 2008 11:15 AM | Link to this

I read these posts and it’s hard to decide if people are just typing nonsense to get a fight started or if some of the people on here actual believe the things they are typing. I’m a 35 year old white male from a rural area in Georgia. For my whole life I’ve lived to believe that the only right vote was to vote on who you think was a better candidate. To see how many people on here still hold racial grudges against another human being is truly sad. It’s a sad day in America when a man is judged solely by his skin.It is 2008 right? I think many of you think it’s 1958 still.Everyone is equal.

By obama girl

November 4, 2008 11:16 AM | Link to this

WELL WILL SEE WHEN OBAMA WINS ALL YALL RACIST FOOLS WILL BE LOOKING DUMB FOUNDED AS YOU ARE DUMB ANYWAY I CANT WAIT LORD I CANT WAIT WE WILL ENSLAVE YALL RACIST FOOLS JUST YOU WAIT AND SEE JUST HAS YOU DID 200 YEARS AGO… ITS TIME TO TURN THE TABLES HA HA HA HA HERE ONE FOR YOU STUPID BLOGGERS OBAMO OBAMO OPPS I MEAN TYPO YOU NO WHAT I’M SAYING READ BETWEEN THE LINES FOOL

By Dan

November 4, 2008 11:19 AM | Link to this

@All

How about Black people are voting for Sen. Obama becuase they can vote for a Black Man for President of the United States.

History aside, this may be for some, a once in a lifetime chance to vote for an Black man for office. And people are doing it.

That said, the neoconservative, budget-busting, deficit spending, borrowing-from-China- constitution wrecking Bush administration has sufficiently fractured a coalition that has been around for 20 years.

It’s over now. Being a Republican mean being dumb (or acting like it), abdicating responsibility, debt, and a violation of fundamental right inherent in the United States Consitution since the inception of this Nation.

That is no longer acceptable to a large part of the electorate.

White people, you may choose to vote for who you wish, regardless of the reason. Black people, the same holds true for you.

And in the end isn’t that what the Country is about?

By Hardworking Blkwm

November 4, 2008 11:21 AM | Link to this

Alex, you are pathetic. You fear anyone who is not your color. There are more white people on welfare than blacks. Educate yourself before you speak. We need change in this country and I believe that Obama will bring on POSITIVE CHANGE for ALL AMERICANS.

By bob

November 4, 2008 11:23 AM | Link to this

Problem with Obama is that he’s buddy with terroist and anti-America idiots. So when an oil rich country is being attack by terrorist, he’ll just stand there and watch on TV and won’t protect the country being invaded. Then our gas will be $10 - $20 a gallon.

By OBAMA GIRL

November 4, 2008 11:24 AM | Link to this

@By atlgal WHAT EVER FOOL ITS TIME FOR ME TO NOT EVEN GIVE YOU ANYMORE OF MY TIME BECAUSE WHITE PEOPLE ARE NOT EVEN WORTH IT JUST WATCH THE ELECTION AND SEE WHO WINS HA HA HA HERE SOMETHING YOU WHITE PEOPLE CAN THINK ABOUT A white man asked his black friend, ‘Are you voting for Barack Obama just because he’s black?’

The black man responded by saying, ‘Why not? In this country men are pulled over everyday just ‘cause they’re black; passed over for promotions just cause they’re black; considered to be criminals just cause they’re black; and there are going to be thousands of YOU who won’t be voting for him just because he’s black!

However, you do not seem to have a problem with that!

This country was built with the sweat and whip off the black slaves’ back, and now a descendent of those same slaves has a chance to lead the same country, where we weren’t even considered to be people, where we weren’t allowed to be educated, drink from the same water fountains, eat in the same restaurants, or even vote.

So yes! I’m going to vote for him! But it’s not just because he’s black, but because he is hope, he is change, and he now allows me to understand when my grandson says that he wants to be president when he grows up, it is not a fairy tale but a short term goal. He now sees, understands and knows that he can achieve, withstand and do …

ANYTHING

JUST BECAUSE HE’S BLACK!

By tye

November 4, 2008 11:25 AM | Link to this

WOW, it’s funny. I didn’t know there were so many mind readers out there, who really believe that all black people are voting for Obama simply because he’s black. I found it amazing that so many people have that ability. I’m voting for Obama because he will make a great president. I can’t believe people would actually vote for McCain and Palin. McCain is so out of touch and Palin is a totally idiot. I along with other hard working middle class people have been taxed to death. It would be nice for the shoe to be on the other foot. Give people like me a break, we need it. We also need a president who cares about regular people not the super rich. Like it’s been for years with Bush and McCain.

By making

November 4, 2008 11:25 AM | Link to this

Well I just voted in North Fulton…only a 2 hour wait but as I left, the line had doubled…I would not be suprised to see a 80% turn out of voting. McCain/Palin 2008/2012

By Janet Le

November 4, 2008 11:28 AM | Link to this

The people in the State of Georgia is still living in the pass. They appear to be so Biblically correct, yet it does not take anything for them to display hate to the Black race. Obama would be the perfect one to win Georgia and the White House. He breaks the color barrier, remember he is Black & White by birth. He is fully equipped to bring the changes needed in this county. Get over the past ill wills of hate and corruption and vote for Obama, he will bridge the gap and make a difference in everone’s life.

By Eric

November 4, 2008 11:33 AM | Link to this

IDIOTS - All these people blaming Bush for the countries problems. These are the same people that do not understand American government.

Here is a little lesson for you folks. It is called trickle down economics. All that is wrong with the economy started with Clinton. Clinton’s glory days were a result of Reagen and the first George Bush. I am not saying that W did not make stupid choices but it is not all his fault.

I am white and voting for McCain not because Obama is black but because he is the better choice.

By bob

November 4, 2008 11:34 AM | Link to this

A lot of people vote for Obama because he’s charming and has charisma….I guess they forgot that Ted Bundy was charming and had charisma too.

By DUKE

November 4, 2008 11:35 AM | Link to this

WELL…..NO ONE HAS ANSWERED MY QUESTION I ASKED IN THE 11:07 A.M. BLOG…..I AM WAITING……ANSWER THE QUESTION THEN I WILL SHUT UP……

By Lukaea

November 4, 2008 11:35 AM | Link to this

Thanks Bryant. Yes I want Obama to win. Yes I do agree with some of his views and also McCain has good points as well. But I have to lean towards Obama more. I grew up in a Democratic household and I agree more with his views than McCain. I think that they are both well to do men and as a Christian I refuse to join in badgering either. I hope WHOEVER becomes president that they help our economy and the employment here in the U.S. That’s it. EVeryone stop show hate calling McCain an old man and and Obama a thug or Bin Ladin. I miss Ronald Regan my parent were Democrats but I remember my mom loving her some Ronald Regan. He was a great president I wish he would have lived longer and the laws would let him stay in office longer. I LOVE YOU RONALD!!!!

By AM

November 4, 2008 11:35 AM | Link to this

Its funny how Obama gets labeled :“socialist”. After GOP sponsored Bush and Co. has taken taxpayer money to bail out corrupt corporations (over 1 trillion dollars in Corporate welfare) NOW THAT’S SOCIALISM AT ITS FINEST. TAKE FROM THE MIDDLE CLASS AND GIVE TO THE RICH. The repubs have run our country into the ground for the last 8 years, robbing the taxpayer (borrow and spend). I believe some of you dumb toothless rednecks and bible thumpers would vote for Satan if he was running as s Republican. If you make less than 250K and you have enjoyed the last 8 years of corruption - McSame is your man.

By RevIKE

November 4, 2008 11:37 AM | Link to this

I can’t believe what I’m reading here. There seems to be the idea or suggestion here that black people are voting for Obama because of his race. It seems that more people are voting against him because of his race. If that is the case then those black people must be Republications because I’m pretty sure that most of the Black Democrats (and most blacks are democrats ) voted for democratic candidates in the past regardless of color. So the question to you is why are you not voting for him? Race seems to be a major factor for most of the McCain voters in this blog. Who by the way I believe would have voted for William Ayers if he was up against Obama. I have 2 neighbors who would normally vote democratic but for some strange reason this year they switched. Who knows the reason. I am willing to bet however that race has something to do with it.

By atwork

November 4, 2008 11:37 AM | Link to this

I am not a racist, can’t be I hate everyone. I voted for McCain I am white therfore I am a racist. Nice, you people are voting? What are you voting for, to finally have a black person, its owed to the black race huh? He deserves it, white man kept the black man down to long, etc. That craps be done a long time ago, let it go. I won’t hold my breath on that. Now the whole world is watching the USA and if obama Win/Lose there will be riots. I wonder if I should burn my own house down and flip my cars tomorrow. Nah I’ll go to work so I can be part of the handout obama wants to give. If i am racist because I did not vote for obama then in my book you are racist for not voting for McCain. See how silly that sounds. Vote for who YOU think is the best!

By some dude

November 4, 2008 11:38 AM | Link to this

Thank you everyone, reading all this racism is pretty funny

By Republician

November 4, 2008 11:38 AM | Link to this

I really hope Obama takes Georgia, im a Republician, that wants change. My party hasn’t been doing a Good Job. Where is George Bush, just a few months ago he was saying our Economy was doing well even with the Housing Market foreclosures.. We picked a Bad choice last time, But Now I got my glasses on!!

By not complaining

November 4, 2008 11:42 AM | Link to this

the Obama-maniacs do not understand what he means when he states (redistribution of wealth) Obama does not intend to take money from the RICH people in THIS country, and give that money to the POOR people in THIS county… OBAMA will take MONEY from ALL people in THIS country, and GIVE it to people who DO NOT reside in this COUNTRY !!!!

It is a shame that our GOVERNMENT holds the RIGHTS and LIBERTIES of people in OTHER countries to a HIGHER level than the actual citizens of THIS country!!!

ALL of you need to get educated !!!!

By J.ATL

November 4, 2008 11:42 AM | Link to this

Old South is about to meet the New South!

By Truth Only Please

November 4, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this

So much fear hate and racism - very sad.

Either way, we will be doing better than the last eight years.

Maybe it’s time for someone else to give it a go and see if we can actually be a better country after eight years of very poor policy choices.

The hate and ignorance is astounding.

By TRICEY

November 4, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this

OBAMA “08” THE CHANGE WE NEED!!!!!!

By Debate101

November 4, 2008 11:47 AM | Link to this

cornhole,

Yet, you would follow the republican party after the last 8 years. What Bush/Cheney has done to this country in the last 8 years is much worse than Clayton County could be at any given point.

The CEO’s of the Big Banks, Wall Street, Enron, Countrywide, etc…. are all being run by people you would follow to the end, but you only look at Clayton County.

The big automakers are looking for a handout and they are in financial RUINS. Sonny has been running GA for a while and we are not exactly having the best of times. Florida is struggling and so is California, one is Red and the other is Blue.

You really need to diversify your views.

By Dan

November 4, 2008 11:48 AM | Link to this

@Eric

Are you really saying that the results of the “trickle down” economic theory were responsible for Clinton’s glory years….

STOP!

Here’s your history lesson.

Reagan increased the national deficit 2x more than any other prior President. Why? becuase 1) he increased spending and the size of government, and 2) without taxes, there was no revenue to offset the spending. And he had the record til…..drumroll… George W. Bush!

George H.W. Bush increased taxes becuase the budget would not balance without his doing so. Clinton increased them as well and his economic record was the best in history.

So tell me this, if taxes pay for funding, how does reducing the income to the government (taxes) pay for War and other government services?

*Delsuional thinking….maybe…?

By Vancouver-bound

November 4, 2008 11:49 AM | Link to this

I sincerely hope McCain takes Georgia but this will be tight. Heard an interview on the radio this morning where an Obama supporter had the following to say: 1. McCain was a POW from World War 3. 2. He had to be told that Obama’s running mate was Sarah Palin (they were joking but he was clueless) and when asked what STATE she was from he answered Detroit. 3. Stated he had no job but that Obama was going to be finding jobs, and that he didn’t care how long it took as long as Obama was trying (and we keep paying for him or course). 4. Stated that he will party tonight when Obama wins. When asked how he would afford it with no job he said food stamps.

I’m afraid we need to start setting an IQ pre-requisite for voting. Especially if it is for Obama.

By Laughing Out Loud

November 4, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this

So much ignorance, not enough love. Come on people, it’s 2008 and we can’t get past race? Unfortunately, here in GA, race will be an issue for a very long time.

But the truth about this election is that there are good white folks and good black folks and all those in between voting for Obama, and McCain. I for one, voted for Bush in 2004, but voted Obama on Thursday.

Obama inspires me to want to be a better citizen and I don’t feel that with McCain. I agree, tax the wealthier. Where else is our government going to get it’s revenue? Taxing those who make less than $250K and we would be in this same situation in 4 years. This is economy 101 people. Our nation has a record deficit because these past 8 years, the wealthier and corporations have been given “tax breaks”. This is change I believe in. And you should too. George H Bush once said to his followers, “Read my lips…No New Taxes!” He found out that he had to raise taxes and the wealthier felt lied to and betrayed. McCain is not standing on that same soapbox. He is just letting Obama talk about his plan to “raise” taxes on the wealthy. McCain thinks this will help his campaign. I’m pleased to know that Obama is taking the honest route here and has already laid out the forecast for what your increased taxes will be.

Another econ 101 lessen: Wealthy people save money, poor and middle class families spend it. More spending = GDP goes up. GDP goes up, companies are making money because they are selling things. In turn, the market returns to normal. Redistribution of wealth, yes. But look at the distribution of wealth to the financial institutions. They got their bailout money and decided to keep it on their books. Again, wealthier folks save money. This will not help our economy. We need to get this “bailout” money to the people who spend the money.

And in 4-8 years, we may be in a different situation as a country, and my views and actions may change. But today, Obama has the better plan. Thanks for reading and pass on this message to all to understand.

By Turth Only Please

November 4, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this

Duke -

Maybe that 100 year old person never had any hope that there might a chance that their vote would count and they have been convinced now that someone who is of color might actually be in a position to lead our country.

You argument that Blacks are only voting for Obama because he is black is sort of silly - they have had no other choice for the history of our country. Do you really believe that if the situation were reversed the majority of whites would not be doing the same thing.

Add to the fact that we are seeing an African-American for President the fact that the MAJORITY of the country views Obama as the better choice.

You really can’t fathom why a majority of blacks don’t see a better choice in Obama? If it was a white candidate with as much organizational energy, we would probably be electing a white candidate. Why look for the negative reason?

By michael

November 4, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this

the same reason why I’m a 35 year old WHITE man that has never voted and found it my duty to go vote today. Why does it matter if he’s black or white or yellow or brown?? If you feel the need to go vote this time then I say god bless him.

By K_College Park

November 4, 2008 11:56 AM | Link to this

Obama will win Georgia by a very narrow margin

By Vince

November 4, 2008 11:56 AM | Link to this

Change we need..This is going to be Obama era, Obama is going to win the Georgia.

By Darin

November 4, 2008 11:58 AM | Link to this

Posted by LuvToTalk: “Obama will win in Georgia. Hopefully one day the uneducated people that are making racist comments will understand how ignorant they sound.”

To think Obama will win is optimistic. To think the idiots will suddenly find knowledge is delusional.

By K_College Park

November 4, 2008 12:02 PM | Link to this

OBAMA will win GEORGIA by a very narrow margin

By LW in BG

November 4, 2008 12:02 PM | Link to this

dave said: “The Democrats are about to pull a Soviet-style takeover of this country.”

I voted for McCain and I think he’ll win Georgia, but if Mr. Obama wins the presidency, I will accept him as my country’s leader, as all Americans MUST do if we are to continue to be the greatest nation in the world. (And the same goes if Mr. McCain is the winner.) Thank you to our forefathers for providing us with a system that allows us to have a peaceful, orderly “takeover” every four years, if that is the will of the people.

By Janet LE

November 4, 2008 12:04 PM | Link to this

Black Or White? That is Obama. Black Father and White mother. He just lost his White grandmother yesterday. Wake up people, this is the perfect person for the job the color barrier would be broken, we all would win we would have a BLACK-WHITE MAN IN OFFICE.

By Matt

November 4, 2008 12:04 PM | Link to this

Obama probably won’t win Georgia, but I’m 98% sure he’ll win the election.

Dan

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!! You hit it right on the money.

Bob

Couldn’t have expected anything else to come out of the mouth of warmongering, oil guzzling, materialistic ReTHUGlican. You people seem to only care about three main things: Terrorists, taxes, and OIL. You and your ‘Pub brethren seem to think that America must jump to the defense of every oil-rich nation every time there is a problem. If war will save us a nickel on a gallon of gas, you people are for it. That’s one reason why we are seen in a negative light in other countries. America is not a security guard. Other countries are more than capable of handling their own problems, and I say let ‘em. And you people should really shut up with the “palling around with terrorists” garbage. It is not “palling around with terrorists” to speak with other world leaders IN PERSON about important issues rather than trying to get your point across with belligerence and threats of military force. If you act belligerent, you can expect belligerence in return. As for the Ayers issue, he was doing all that crap when Obama was EIGHT YEARS OLD! It’s hard for me to imagine someone “palling around with terrorists” before they hit puberty. And for God’s sake will you people PLEASE shut up about gas. Republicans LOVE gas. Gas gas gas gas gas. Here’s one reason I voted for Obama: so we eventually will have fuel-efficient vehicles AND alternate fuels. Neither will happen under a Republican president, especially those who are friendly with the oil companies (see George W. Bush). If we develop alternate fuels, we won’t have to worry about gas prices! :-0 Imagine that! I say get it done! Obama ‘08!

By Informed Voter

November 4, 2008 12:07 PM | Link to this

All you fools saying that a vote for McCain is a racist vote are part of the problem with America. My vote for the Repub is not a racist vote, it is a vote agains Marxism, social welfare, nannystatism, and a vote against what is lined up to be the exact recipe of REPEAT that put us in the Great Depression back in the 30s. If Obama was a fiscal, central conservative republican I would vote for him. He’s not. Lose your stupid racist comments please.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 12:07 PM | Link to this

Let me clarify my stance on the economic crisis. I know it is not solely on the president, I was responding to the people that say it is all the democratic run congress fault of the last 2 years. What they seem it forget is that the previous 6 years was a Republican run congress, and I am pretty sure that it takes more than 2 years to build a $10 trillion deficit when we had a surplus at the beginiing of the Bush administration. I know all of America’s problems are not Bush’s fault and I actually feel he did some good things while in office. You guys are right, the president doesn’t have as much power in certain aspects of the government as many people think. Especially not in your local municipalites.

By Lauren

November 4, 2008 12:09 PM | Link to this

I, for one, am getting sick and tired of being told I don’t love my country because I support Obama or because I am Democrat. I may disagree with Republicans but I would never be so arrogant as to say that those who disagree with me hate America. Republicans only make up about 30% of the US population and if they ever want to win a national election again they better learn to have respect for the other side and tone down the rhetoric. Because we will not soon forget the insults that you have put on us the last 8 years and, as a thank you, you are about to get your a*******es handed to you.

By r

November 4, 2008 12:14 PM | Link to this

I predict a narrow Obama victory in GA. Study the early voting demographics on the secretary of state website. Assign percentages to each demographic that mimicks what polls say. I predict he was already ahead in early voting by 150,000 to 200,000 votes.

By Koz

November 4, 2008 12:16 PM | Link to this

Lauren, Go back to your soup kitchen and shut-up.

By DUKE

November 4, 2008 12:16 PM | Link to this

TO TRUTH ONLY PLEASE….FIRST OF ALL I ALWAYS VOTE REPUBLICAN OR LIBERTERIAN BECAUSE THOSE ARE THE VIEWS I BELIEVE IN IF JOHN MCCAIN HAD BEEN BLACK I WOULD STILL VOTE FOR HIM BECAUSE OF HIS VIEWS…WHY PEOPLE VOTE ONE WAY AND THEN THE OTHER ONLY MEANS THAT THERE VIEWS HAVE CHANGED WHY FLIP FLOP….ALSO EVERYBODY IS TALKING ABOUT TAXES, TAXES ECONOMY….YOU BETTER BE THINKING THAT WE ARE IN A WAR WITH VICIOUS PEOPLE WHO WANT TO BEHEAD US AND ALL PEOPLE THINK ABOUT IS HOW OBAMA IS GOING TO BRING THE TROOPS HOME…..WELL YEAH, DEMOCRATS WANT TO PUT THEIR TAILS BETWEEN THEIR LEGS AND QUIT..I WANT SOMEONE WHO HAS BEEN THERE DONE THAT….AND WANTS TO FINISH WHAT WE STARTED AND YOU STILL DIDN’T ANSWER MY QUESTION….THE 100 YEAR OLD MAN HAD PLENTY OF CHANCES TO VOTE…..YOUR JUST BEING NAIVE…..BUT WHAT IS NEW….

By QC

November 4, 2008 12:17 PM | Link to this

Everyone is entitled to their own opinion…I voted 4 OBAMA

By not complaining

November 4, 2008 12:19 PM | Link to this

REPUBLICANS stole the last two ELECTIONS, I predict another STOLEN election this year !!!! Thank you ELECTRONIC Voting, for getting rid of the old paper trail !!!!! 000100010001000100010101110001010111000010100101010001010101111010000010101111111

By Lukaea

November 4, 2008 12:20 PM | Link to this

Laughing Out Loud great point. Thanks for you wisdom!

By David S

November 4, 2008 12:25 PM | Link to this

Given the choices, its at least obvious who will lose in this election - the american public.

Until america wakes up and realizes that the problem IS the government and not the other party we are doomed.

By complaining

November 4, 2008 12:27 PM | Link to this

Democrats stole my last 2 TV sets. Thank you liberal Congress for relaxed laws.

By sharon

November 4, 2008 12:28 PM | Link to this

Stop this bullsh—t that Blacks are only voting for Obama because he’s Black. That is so lame and stupid. The truth of the matter is Blacks overwhelmingly vote Democrat! Some of you people are so stupid and insecure. It’s so funny to read and hear people calling Obama a socialist when 90% of you are the people his economic plan will help and need the help. Some of you don’t have a pot to p** in but yet you say he’s a socialst. Ignorance is bliss.

By Mike

November 4, 2008 12:28 PM | Link to this

It will be a close race.

Racism? If Obama were white, what would the voter turnout be, and who would win? Take color off the man and look at the issues and voting past. Don’t vote just on race, and if he does not win claim racism. Find me a black McCain supporter.

By atdcb

November 4, 2008 12:31 PM | Link to this

Obama…Castro….see the similarities!!!

By making

November 4, 2008 12:32 PM | Link to this

This is better than Jerry Springer…

By Matt

November 4, 2008 12:33 PM | Link to this

Another reason I voted for Obama: Because I, as an American, have the right to vote for whoever I want. Choosing one candidate over another does not make me any less patriotic, so please don’t tell me I’m un-American just because I voted Democrat. Thank you.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 12:33 PM | Link to this

I will say this one last time and in closing,there are going to be some very surprised people tomorrow when they find out John McCain is going to be the next president. To the black people, when Obama loses, how about surprising the people out there that want to think all of you are thuggish, lazy, ghetto animals on welfare that just want a handout and not riot. Just take it in stride and rally behind whoever the president is. This is history in the making. GO VOTE!

By Lauren

November 4, 2008 12:33 PM | Link to this

Koz, that was very well said. Like your fellow haters your words and thoughts are well planned and executed. Bravo. No wonder your party is about to be put out on the street.

By Dan

November 4, 2008 12:35 PM | Link to this

@Duke

First, caps lock…not necessary, we can all read.

Second, the people that want to “behead us” live in caves, and their main recruiting tool has been the Iraq War. Having the US in a quagmire, like Russia before us, was there intended goal.

All that said, maybe the election of a brown skinned man will help to change the veiw of America as the “oppressive god-less devil”.

It may and it may not, but we can do better than we have under this current administration.

By Mary

November 4, 2008 12:35 PM | Link to this

Frank Schaeffer is the author of CRAZY FOR GOD-How I Grew Up As One Of The Elect, Helped Found The Religious Right, And Lived To Take All (Or Almost All) Of It Back.Now in paperback.

Subject: Excellent Article by Frank Schaeffer (Republican) about Obama

Every American should read this article! Beautifully written!

Huffington Post, Posted October 8, 2008 |

Obama Will Be One of The Greatest (and Most Loved) American Presidents

Great presidents are made great by horrible circumstances combined with character, temperament and intelligence. Like firemen, cops, doctors or soldiers, presidents need a crisis to shine.

Obama is one of the most intelligent presidential aspirants to ever step forward in American history. The likes of his intellectual capabilities have not been surpassed in public life since the Founding Fathers put pen to paper. His personal character is also solid gold. Take heart, America: we have the leader for our times.

I say this as a white, former life-long Republican. I say this as the proud father of a Marine. I say this as just another American watching his pension evaporate along with the stock market! I speak as someone who knows it’s time to forget party loyalty, ideology and pride and put the country first. I say this as someone happy to be called a fool for going out on a limb and declaring that, 1) Obama will win, and 2) he is going to be amongst the greatest of American presidents.

Obama is our last best chance. He’s worth laying it all on the line for.

This is a man who in the age of greed took the high road of community service. This is the good father and husband. This is the humble servant. This is the patient teacher. This is the scholar statesman. This is the man of deep Christian faith.

Good stories about Obama abound; from his personal relationship with his Secret Service agents (he invites them into his home to watch sports, and shoots hoops with them) to the story about how, more than twenty years ago, while standing in the check-in line at an airport, Obama paid a $100 baggage surcharge for a stranger who was broke and stuck. (Obama was virtually penniless himself in those days.) Years later after he became a senator, that stranger recognized Obama’s picture and wrote to him to thank him. She received a kindly note back from the senator. (The story only surfaced because the person, who lives in Norway, told a local newspaper after Obama ran for the presidency. The paper published a photograph of this lady proudly displaying Senator Obama’s letter.)

Where many leaders are two-faced; publicly kindly but privately feared and/or hated by people closest to them, Obama is consistent in the way he treats people, consistently kind and personally humble. He lives by the code that those who lead must serve. He believes that. He lives it. He lived it long before he was in the public eye.

Obama puts service ahead of ideology. He also knows that to win politically you need to be tough. He can be. He has been. This is a man who does what works, rather than scoring ideological points. In other words he is the quintessential non-ideological pragmatic American. He will (thank God!) disappoint ideologues and purists of the left and the right.

Obama has a reservoir of personal physical courage that is unmatched in presidential history. Why unmatched? Because as the first black contender for the presidency who will win, Obama, and all the rest of us, know that he is in great physical danger from the seemingly unlimited reserve of unhinged racial hatred, and just plain unhinged ignorant hatred, that swirls in the bowels of our wounded and sinful country. By stepping forward to lead, Obama has literally put his life on the line for all of us in a way no white candidate ever has had to do. (And we all know how dangerous the presidency has been even for white presidents.)

Nice stories or even unparalleled courage isn’t the only point. The greater point about Obama is that the midst of our worldwide financial meltdown, an expanding (and losing) war in Afghanistan, trying to extricate our country from a wrong and stupidly mistaken ruinously expensive war in Iraq, our mounting and crushing national debt, awaiting the next (and inevitable) al Qaeda attack on our homeland, watching our schools decline to Third World levels of incompetence, facing a general loss of confidence in the government that has been exacerbated by the Republicans doing all they can to undermine our government’s capabilities and programs… President Obama will take on the leadership of our country at a make or break time of historic proportions. He faces not one but dozens of crisis, each big enough to define any presidency in better times.

As luck, fate or divine grace would have it (depending on one’s personal theology) Obama is blessedly, dare I say uniquely, well-suited to our dire circumstances. Obama is a person with hands-on community service experience, deep connections to top economic advisers from the renowned University of Chicago where he taught law, and a middle-class background that gives him an abiding knowledgeable empathy with the rest of us. As the son of a single mother, who has worked his way up with merit and brains, recipient of top-notch academic scholarships, the peer-selected editor of the Harvard Law Review and, in three giant political steps to state office, national office and now the presidency, Obama clearly has the wit and drive to lead.

Obama is the sober voice of reason at a time of unreason. He is the fellow keeping his head while all around him are panicking. He is the healing presence at a time of national division and strife. He is also new enough to the political process so that he doesn’t suffer from the terminally jaded cynicism, the seen-it-all-before syndrome afflicting most politicians in Washington. In that regard we Americans lucked out. It’s as if having despaired of our political process we picked a name from the phone book to lead us and that person turned out to be a very man we needed.

Obama brings a healing and uplifting spiritual quality to our politics at the very time when our worst enemy is fear.. For eight years we’ve been ruled by a stunted fear-filled mediocrity of a little liar who has expanded his power on the basis of creating fear in others. Fearless Obama is the cure. He speaks a litany of hope rather than a litany of terror.

As we have watched Obama respond in a quiet reasoned manner to crisis after crisis, in both the way he has responded after being attacked and lied about in the 2008 campaign season, to his reasoned response to our multiplying national crises, what we see is the spirit of a trusted family doctor with a great bedside manner. Obama is perfectly suited to hold our hand and lead us through some very tough times. The word panic is not in the Obama dictionary.

America is fighting its ‘Armageddon’ in one fearful heart at a time. A brilliant leader with the mild manner of an old-time matter-of-fact country doctor soothing a frightened child is just what we need. The fact that our ‘doctor’ is a black man leading a hitherto white-ruled nation out of the mess of its own making is all the sweeter and raises the Obama story to that of moral allegory.

Obama brings a moral clarity to his leadership reserved for those who have had to work for everything they’ve gotten and had to do twice as well as the person standing next to them because of the color of their skin. His experience of succeeding in spite of his color, social background and prejudice could have been embittering or one that fostered a spiritual rebirth of forgiveness and enlightenment. Obama radiates the calm inner peace of the spirit of forgiveness.

Speaking as a believing Christian I see the hand of a merciful God in Obama’s candidacy. The biblical metaphors abound. The stone the builder rejected is become the cornerstone… the last shall be first… he that would gain his life must first lose it… the meek shall inherit the earth…

For my secular friends I’ll allow that we may have just been extraordinarily lucky! Either way America wins.

Only a brilliant man, with the spirit of a preacher and the humble heart of a kindly family doctor can lead us now. We are afraid, out of ideas, and worst of all out of hope. Obama is the cure. And we Americans have it in us to rise to the occasion. We will. We’re about to enter one of the most frightening periods of American history. Our country has rarely faced more uncertainty. This is the time for greatness. We have a great leader. We must be a great people backing him, fighting for him, sacrificing for a cause greater than ourselves.

A hundred years from now Obama’s portrait will be placed next to that of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Roosevelt. Long before that we’ll be telling our children and grandchildren that we stepped out in faith and voted for a young black man who stood up and led our country back from the brink of an abyss. We’ll tell them about the power of love, faith and hope. We’ll tell them about the power of creativity combined with humility and intellectual brilliance. We’ll tell them that President Obama gave us the gift of regaining our faith in our country. We’ll tell them that we all stood up and pitched in and won the day. We’ll tell them that President Obama restored our standing in the world. We’ll tell them that by the time he left office our schools were on the mend, our economy booming, that we’d become a nation filled with green energy alternatives and were leading the world away from dependence on carbon-based destruction. We’ll tell them that because of President Obama’s example and leadership the integrity of the family was restored, divorce rates went down, more fathers took responsibility for their children, and abortion rates fell dramatically as women, families and children were cared for through compassionate social programs that worked. We’ll tell them about how the gap closed between the middle class and the super rich, how we won health care for all, how crime rates fell, how bad wars were brought to an honorable conclusion. We’ll tell them that when we were attacked again by al Qaeda, how reason prevailed and the response was smart, tough, measured and effective, and our civil rights were protected even in times of crisis…

We’ll tell them that we were part of the inexplicably blessed miracle that happened to our country those many years ago in 2008 when a young black man was sent by God, fate or luck to save our country. We’ll tell them that it’s good to live in America where anything is possible. Yes we will.

Frank Schaeffer is the author of CRAZY FOR GOD-How I Grew Up As One Of The Elect, Helped Found The Religious Right, And Lived To Take All (Or Almost All) Of It Back.Now in paperback.

By ACE

November 4, 2008 12:37 PM | Link to this

I would like some clarification from all of those individuals that believe, African Ammericans are voting for Obama becasue of his skin color. Why is it ok that we have voted for years and supported White candidates, based on their political views and now that there is a candidtae, that we believe in, some White Americans believe that we do not have a right to make a choice. Obama is as much white as he is black and his views are just as diverse and inclusive. Could it be that those who have been accustomed to a certain priviledge are fearful that they will be treated as they treat others? It is alarming that after the Republicans ran this country into the ground by refusing to communicate honestly that we aren’t all on the same page. Are you better off than you were 8 years ago? We are not alone in this world and we all are more alike than we are different. We want our children to prosper, we want to pay our bills and live a happy life, worship based on our faith, and not be criticized for our beliefs. Most of all we should be able to communicate and diagree without being disagreeable. Obama ‘08

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 12:38 PM | Link to this

Hey Mike, Lynn Swann is a black McCain supporter.

By SwedeAtlanta

November 4, 2008 12:40 PM | Link to this

Re Complaining at 12:27 What do you mean the Democrats took your last two televisions through relaxed regulation?

Are you referring to the switch to digital in February 2009?

By America

November 4, 2008 12:40 PM | Link to this

I hope McCain..I would hate to see the president of the United States of America refuse to salute our flag..It is a known fact that he is a Muslim and that is who Obama is going to help, not the true americans black or white..If anyone is voting for him just because of his skin color and not for his beliefs then God help you all..Oh yea I forgot, Obama doesn’t believe in the one true God either..God, please help our country..

By Georgia Voter '08

November 4, 2008 12:40 PM | Link to this

Lets hope it’s Obama

That would send a message to the republican party in GA and the USA.

I am a registered republican in GA, Have been since I was 18. I even voted for McCain in the primaries. But I have since researched each candidate, I even prayed about it. My vote went to Obama, I feel that at this time he is the person who can lead this country back to it’s moral center. As I said before I did vote for McCain, in more than one election. It’s just at this time I believe he’s “sold his soul” for this campaign. Meaning, some of his “new” stands on the issues, and his choice of Gov. Sarah Palin for V.P. made it painfully clear. He wouldn’t get my vote. Now as far as the GOP in GA, listen up. I’m not happy with you either. Some changes need to be made. But those things are for another time. Let’s hope that the people of this state have woken-up to what has been happening to this state and country for the last 8-10 years. Besides, if I’m wrong about all this. We have another chance to change it in four years.

God Bless America!!!

By Maurice

November 4, 2008 12:41 PM | Link to this

When my coworker called me to look at the comments on this website I was sickened and upset. After everything this country has been through and is still going through we still don’t have the time to REALLY look around us and appreciate the world and others not for what they look like on the outside but they’re character and who they are on the inside. We are all people. God’s people and its time we united under someone who cares about us as people and not about how much money we make or what we look like or even what community we live in. As the leader of the free nations we should be doing our best to set the type of example we want other countries to follow first. Yet, we are too busy bullying and telling other countries to do one thing why we show and do another. Half the world hates us and laughs at us behind our backs. Because they can see us for the hypocrites we are whether we can see it or not. Its time this world……. …. Its People were united and generations start seeing individuals for the work they have done and the good deeds they have spread through the world. While you sit on your computers making racist comments and having prejudice thoughts, you need to ask yourself when is the last time I judged myself. When is the last time I tried to change the world for the better? When is the last time I stopped looking and waiting for others and took a long deep look within myself for the CHANGE that will come. Because it will whether you want it to or not. This world is about making a better EARTH not just America but earth for the next generations to come. We won’t always be here and when you’re gone will you be able to say I did something positive, good, and blessed for others. Think about that when you’re picking the next president to lead not only America but this world in the years to come.

By ant banks

November 4, 2008 12:43 PM | Link to this

if mccain wins, i hope that he dies in office within the 1st yr, so that pailin can f-ck things up real bad so you fools can see the error of your ways, since bush did not show you in 8yrs, maybe 4more will help you see.

By Will

November 4, 2008 12:43 PM | Link to this

Although I voted for Obama, I expect that McCain will still carry Georgia.

Many of the comments on this blog are irrational and reflect intolerance, fear and ignorance—-on both sides. Its sad really. If some of the comments reflect “how far we’ve come” in the four decades since the assasination of Martin Luther King, then maybe we haven’t come very far at all.

When you really “get to it” neither Obama nor McCain will be able to implement EVERYTHING that thye’ve suggested. Congress will no doubt re-shape, to some extent, the basic core of all of their proposals for healthcare, energy independence, Iraq, etc. Seems to me that the important thing is the candidate’s mind and the way that he uses it and the way that he responds to crisis. I voted for Obama because, I trust the way that he thinks more so than the manner in which McCain thinks—-and reacts. McCain’s choice of VP was a cruel joke on the American electorate, his response to the Wall Street meltdown and his inability say EXACTLY WHY, he is necessarily more qualified to be Commander in Chief than Obama concerns me. Especially the later. Just because one has had a long military career does not necessarily make one a better CIC than his opponent. I laud McCain for his service to the country and the fact that he was a P.O. W. I really do. But there was nothing outstanding about his military career. Yep, he ws in the military. But then again, so was Custer.

By Paris

November 4, 2008 12:43 PM | Link to this

Obama will win, it is time for this country to have change within. Bush really has made this country the way it is and it is terrible.

OBAMA WE ARE ROOTING FOR YOU!!!!

OBAMA 2008

MAY YOUR GRANDMOTHER REST IN PEACE WITH THE LORD FOR ETERNITY….

Paris and Lonnie…

By Georgia Girl

November 4, 2008 12:44 PM | Link to this

Who will GA? McCain. The election? Obama. But lets be smart here. Vote not for the color of skin but for the believes these men hold. And remember, it took both parties to get us in the mess we are in……there’s no way 4 years is going to change that. I just hope whomever gets elected will stand for the country as a whole and help the economy get back on it’s feet. So, don’t go out and act STUPID tonight regardless who wins. We all are in this mess together.

By williebkind

November 4, 2008 12:45 PM | Link to this

Well all those who think those who vote for McCain is redneck and hicks and not educated just remember you educated liberals…education dont cure stupid!

By Peadawg

November 4, 2008 12:49 PM | Link to this

ACE: it isn’t the ones who’ve voted for years, it’s the ones who JUST THIS YEAR decided to register to vote. It also goes both ways…idiot hicks that never voted before registered to vote this year and idiot thugs did the same thing.

By Alan

November 4, 2008 12:50 PM | Link to this

Have the thugs starting rioting and looting yet or does that start tonight? What a bunch of wild animals.

By honestly

November 4, 2008 12:52 PM | Link to this

The only time I’ve ever heard racist rhetoric involving this election is on this website. I honestly believe the AJC is a breeding ground for racial hatred. I have not voted yet, and I came here to read the arguments between the two sides to concrete my decision, and instead I get a bunch of adults acting like a pack of dangerous jackals spewing nothing but hate at one another. All of you, and I mean ALL OF YOU that have participated in this hateful slander of one other should be ashamed of yourselves. ASHAMED. Ya’ll are just plain SORRY. i’m disgusted.

By Diva

November 4, 2008 12:54 PM | Link to this

Hello People:

This election should not be about racism. This should be about electing who is best to lead America. I can not believe people write non sense comments on AJC to show how small minded they are. People please open your eyes and look around you to see what is going on in America right now. Compare America now to what it looked like eight years ago. We need change what ever that may be. God Bless America!!!!!

By Katie

November 4, 2008 12:55 PM | Link to this

you conservatives really need to quit letting fear control your emotions. we have just lived through 8 years of one of the most disgraceful presidencies to date and you are afraid of what will come? let me tell you, it can only get better!

quit whining and get over yourselves.

By Raneya Daniels

November 4, 2008 12:57 PM | Link to this

I know that this is a Republican State, however, I personally think that Obama?Biden, will get it. Even though I live here I am from Texas. I been here in GA to know that this state is behind in the times and Obama is everyone’s wake-up call. I mean get over it. There is a change coming and his name is Barack Obama

By ACE

November 4, 2008 1:00 PM | Link to this

Peadawg..I am excited that there are many new voters excersizing their rights to have a voice in this democracy and forgoing apathy regardless of their associations. They are still Americans!

By SAXBYMCCAIN

November 4, 2008 1:01 PM | Link to this

McCain will win Georgia, but I am afraid Obama will win the presidency. I am sick of left wing big government liberals calling everyone who doesnt support the inexperienced community organizer a racist. It’s very offensive!! My voting against the holly ONE…B. Hussein Obama has nothing to do with the color of his skin, but everything to do with his policys and his desire to take us further and further away from the constitution. If people look beyond the charisma and the smile, what you get is a big government left wing liberal who thinks it’s unpatrotic not to want to pay more taxes and thinks people are selfish to want to keep more of their money - wake up, we are a democracy, not a socialist society.

By deacspil

November 4, 2008 1:01 PM | Link to this

Judging from the comments already posted, the State of Georgia remains segregated, racist and fearful. This is national election and our vote should be for the best qualified and for the person who will represent our values. Race should never play any part in our safety, future and economy. There will not be any riots, just hard feelings but we will get over it; wake up Georgia.

By C from Marietta

November 4, 2008 1:08 PM | Link to this

Nov 4th 2008. The day capialism died in America. Republicans and Democrats are pushing for Facism not Socialism. Defination of Facism is the govt ownership of Industry and production. Bailout = Facism NOT Socialism. I love Freedom, but it is slipping away. I am beginning to realize people in this country are blind and being fooled by smooth talkers. It is already too late. All republics fall and America is no different. Pretty soon the government will do all your thinking for you. You got what you deserve. Facist states of America. RIP Constitution. YOu will still be remembered as the greatest document EVER created.

By making

November 4, 2008 1:10 PM | Link to this

Whatever the outcome…I believe either candidate WILL congratulate the other in a very quick sincere manner. As for the nation I hope we can do the same…accept the outcome as Americans. Instead, I believe we will see riots and chaos in the street of this great land and by doing so, show the world that we aren’t the nation that once was viewed as the one to follow. I pray for calm and acceptance among all fellow citizens. God Bless this great country and the President-Elect.

Hey ProHater…

By Peadawg

November 4, 2008 1:12 PM | Link to this

My point is why all of a sudden? I read a story of a 103 yr old man that never voted all of a sudden register to vote. Why all of a sudden care?

By SwedeAtlanta

November 4, 2008 1:13 PM | Link to this

Re America 12:40 p.m.

Please provide proof that Obama refuses to salute the flag. Please provide proof he is a Muslim.

The GOP and related nutcases have once again been raising the issue of Reverend Wright. Well you can’t have it both ways. Either Obama is a Muslim and the entire 20+ years he was a member of Rev. Wright’s church was all for show or he is a Christian. Please provide proof he is a Muslim.

Further even if he was, which he isn’t, what difference does it make? The wild-eyed evangelicals about died when Kennedy was running because he was a Catholic. I would much rather have a Muslim as president than a pretend evangelical like Bush who spoke about his faith but believed in war for gain, torture, poverty, allowing one of America’s cities to flood, real wage declines, etc. Those aren’t Christian values.

And you obviously don’t have a clue about the world around you. Jews, Christians and Muslims all worship the same God. Their expressions of their faith are captured in different books of faith and in different frameworks but their religions all point to the same God. Muslims look to Abraham as the great patriarch and see Jesus, just as the Jews do, as a prophet but not as the Messiah.

Please educate yourself before posting on this website. I suspect you get most of your education from Rush or Insanity.

By williebkind

November 4, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this

Atlanta lives off of racism. Those who does not think that simply does not want to see. The democrats in Atlanta will invoke or inject racism every chance it gets to promote its agenda. That is well known through out Ga and that is why McCain will win Ga. Atlanta is a nest for racists. It thrives off of racism and it is not the Whites who do it. Those who have blamed the “whites”(due to the bias media associating the whites with conservatives) continue to spew bigotry and reversed prejudice/racism nation wide. You are only fooling yourselves. And you keep bringing Bush into the conversation. Shame on you for hating and blaming the hate on others. I voted for McCain and I am an American.

By evolve people

November 4, 2008 1:18 PM | Link to this

the last person we need running this country is an old, white man that thinks war is cool…we need this country to be run like a respectable business not like an elite, untouchable boys club. Bush and his cronies have ruined the USA. —that’s what happens when people don’t vote.

By Keeping it real

November 4, 2008 1:23 PM | Link to this

To the Pillsbury Doy boy in the first response. It would take a lot more than black votes for Obama to win. Blacks only make up about 10-15% of the voting population. If each and every black voted for him it still would only be a small number. So I would figure that some other racial backgrounds are voting for him too and they out number the blacks that vote for him.

By Peadawg

November 4, 2008 1:23 PM | Link to this

SwedeAtlanta, you sounded educated except for when you says Bush allowed one of America’s cities to flood…lol, what?

By Amber

November 4, 2008 1:23 PM | Link to this

This year was my first year to vote and I went McCain All The Way!!

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 1:26 PM | Link to this

How is it going making? Even though we don’t agree on president, we agree to disagree and keep it cordial. We try to be a voice of reason on these blogs, but honestly, why do we even try? Like I told you before, I will be the first on the blogs to congratulate McCain and as an Ameican, stand behind him as president.

By making

November 4, 2008 1:27 PM | Link to this

evolve people…another stupid comment posted. John McCain has NEVER and would NEVER say war is COOL. What he says and does, “My Friends, I love this great country of ours.” The election is ON…stop writing stupid comments and let the outcome speak for America.

By ocendot

November 4, 2008 1:27 PM | Link to this

I hope McCain wins the state and the nation. For me, it’s not about race…neither is it so much about the economy (the economy is bigger than any president, congress, or cabinet secretary, and the measures taken so far are stop-gap and limited in success at best, and at worst totally ineffectual). It’s about ideology at its most basic level. I refuse to vote for a candidate who: 1. Does not support the sanctity of life (which begins at conception). 2. Believes that curtailing or even overturning the Second Amendment will accomplish anything other than depriving good citizens of the ability to defend themselves. 3. Discounts initiative and hard work in getting ahead, instead favoring a “redistribution of wealth”. 4. Publicly denounces gay marriage, yet fails to support Prop 8 in California. If you’re gonna talk the talk, walk the walk. 5. Has plans to circumvent the Constitution through the appointment of judges opposed to strict interpretation of the U.S. Constitution. 6. Plans to weaken U.S. security by deploying a naive and dangerous policy of accommodating terrorists and the regimes that support them.

If this is “change” leave me “unchanged”, please.

By a concerned southerner

November 4, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this

i moved from atl. to nyc a year ago and was opened to a whole world of diversity that just doesn’t exist in the south…why are people still prejudiced in GA and esp. Atlanta when they would rather vote to continue the same crap that has gotten our country into the mess it is in for the past 8 years. Our image with the rest of the world is the lowest it has ever been. Sarah Palin is an absolute joke—who and why would you even want to have her as a VP or President when McCain has heart failure. The republican agenda always wants to instill FEAR to the general public to steal an election from the rest of us. It happened in 2000 when i lived in FL., and 2004, with the gay marriage right-wing agenda, it is time the Democrats take control from this controlling monopoly even if it comes with voting for a black person who also will inspire many many other people to fulfill their dreams because that is what makes this country so great and why I moved to NYC to pursue a dream.

By ACE

November 4, 2008 1:32 PM | Link to this

Why care all of a sudden? Why not? Just becasue an individual previously chose not to excersize their right does not make them irrelevant.. Many people have not had a reason to believe that they could have a leader who would lead with a sense of fairness for all….transending race…Whatever their reason for joining the process now, they are welcome. If our economy is going to recover we must all participate.

By Move On

November 4, 2008 1:33 PM | Link to this

I cannot believe how ignorant half of the posters are on this board, this country has gone to h*ll in the last 8 years and yet you still scream republicans are the answer for this country. The only arguments I have seen against Obama are that he is a Muslim, a terrorist, doesn’t love his country and that he is going to take all our money. All this is crap and you are a moron if you fall for this ignorant garbage. I have not heard one good argument about what the republicans want to do to improve things. I will gladly give up my Bush tax cut in order to get this country back on track militarily, economically, and socially. Before the right wings bashe me…I am an Iraq war vet, a lifelong GA resident, a christian and to top it off…white

By Ms Gee

November 4, 2008 1:34 PM | Link to this

Steve: Has anyone ever told you how stupid you are. Keep those dumb comments to yourself….better yet, find something to do w/your time…go a knit, or just sit still in a corner. You sound like brat that need his a@# beat!! hahahahah!

By Observation

November 4, 2008 1:35 PM | Link to this

Alan Have the thugs starting rioting and looting yet or does that start tonight? What a bunch of wild animals.

I can just see you know. For every ethnic person you encounter, of the two, you’re the biggest coward. Just grin and bear it. I can almost bet as wekk, you try your darndest to paint that smile on because from that comments, without a face to it and in bold, is quite indicative that you’re a tail tucker. Isn’t it just grand that we can hide behind the screen and toss the trash? For all of you, GET OVER IT…we will NEVER go back to the sixties again. Somehow from the comments today, I think you know it as well.

By SAXBYMCCAIN

November 4, 2008 1:37 PM | Link to this

SwedeAtlanta - you are a racist idiot. Rev. Wright and Tony Rezko are friends of the HOLLY ONE and are therefore open to discussion. If McCain ran around with people like that, the liberals would pound him on it everyday.

By The source of the problem

November 4, 2008 1:37 PM | Link to this

I can’t believe I am even going to respond to this but I can’t take it anymore…I find it humorous that people who think Obama is going to “take from the rich and give to the poor” think that they fall in the “rich” category and the people in the “poor” category don’t work. Wake up and watch the news! You fall in the “poor” category, if you make less then 250k a year. These so-called “poor” people are your teachers, police officers, garbage collectors, cashiers at the grocery store, etc. I wouldn’t even know how to spend 250k in a year…that averages $14,500 a MONTH after taxes! Vote who you want, but understand what you are talking about BEFORE you post your angry comments.

By Peadawg

November 4, 2008 1:41 PM | Link to this

Move On, your a Christian…yet to support a party that is FOR ABORTION and FOR GAY MARRIAGE…two things that are mentioned in the Bible as sin.

By making

November 4, 2008 1:41 PM | Link to this

Good prohater…alittle tired from voting as I stood in line instead of using the handicapped booth. In an election, there will be a winner and a loser, that’s a given…that’s how it works. We as American will determine the outcome of the election and our outcome after the election. Please don’t make “W” to have to TRY and deal with civil unrest tonight…God only knows that plan of action that would be. Accept the outcome and if you don’t like the outcome…get involved in the political process…RUN FOR OFFICE and get involve! (The pay not too great…) Also, remember to laugh, this is American the land of the free!

By SwedeAtlanta

November 4, 2008 1:46 PM | Link to this

Ref Saxby/McCain at 1:37

Grow up!!

By Whitevoter

November 4, 2008 1:48 PM | Link to this

Steve…people like you give white folks a bad name. Racist pig. Thug cause he’s black. You’re just jealous because he’s a better man than you’ll ever be! Obama will win the country…even if Georgia stays red….redneck!

By mike, sandy springs

November 4, 2008 1:48 PM | Link to this

I’m African American and I’m disgusted with why we keep having babies out of wedlock. Then, a sister needs govt. help and blames everybody else for her issues. Obama will never really help us because you can never take enough. Poor people will still be poor. Rich will still be rich.

Poor will stay poor until we stop procreating outside of marriage. White people tend to marry and have families. Until you live your life with the right values nothing will change. McCain, Obama, whoever.

I hate to be painted with the same brush as my brothers and sisters who always have their hand out. Especially when they do nothing to help themselves. Please stop having kids you can’t afford. It’s not right to have a child that you can’t afford, and its not right for a child to come into the world with 2 strikes against them.

By Estrada

November 4, 2008 1:50 PM | Link to this

There are McCain supporters that are voting for him because he is WHITE. Our founding fathers were elected because they were white. The only options of presidential candidates have been WHITE and miniorities have voted for them.

It’s time for a CHANGE and vote for president, that happens to be BLACK.

By making

November 4, 2008 1:51 PM | Link to this

peadawg…neither candidate is for gay marriage…another studid comment.

By williebkind

November 4, 2008 1:51 PM | Link to this

By a concerned southerner November 4, 2008 1:29 PM | Do not call yourself a southerner please….I lived in Marylandd and New Jersey for over seven years. I have never put down the south or the southerners and I have heard the unmentionable “N” word more there than I do at home. Its a lie people! Do not believe a word *concerned southerner * says or those bigots/racist who still blame the south for the north selling blacks to the cotton states.

By SwedeAtlanta

November 4, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this

Ref Peadawg at 1:41

Let’s speak truth here

By Rusty Pecker

November 4, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this

McCain wins… the blacks riot. Obama wins.. the blacks riot AND call in sick tomorrow.

By MJ

November 4, 2008 1:53 PM | Link to this

Hey Luv2Talk, you need to educate yourself on socialism. Here’s the exact definition. (in Marxist theory) the stage following capitalism in the transition of a society to communism, characterized by the imperfect implementation of collectivist principles. Change is not always a good thing.

By A RICH BUSINESS MAN!!

November 4, 2008 1:54 PM | Link to this

i make 15K a month, and I voted McCain, if you try to take my money, I will quit making that money, and fire all of my 150 employees, file bankruptcy so that you can not collect unemployment from me !!

Figure it out, if you take from the RICH then give to poor, then, who will employ you ?? NOT ME !!!!

By Fleischman

November 4, 2008 1:54 PM | Link to this

I hear the blacks are complaining the voting lines opened too early. They like to sleep in ya know.

By Tina L

November 4, 2008 1:55 PM | Link to this

Just when I was starting to think that GA is not the racist state it used to be…voila! Thanks! I voted Obama/Biden/Martin but since the majority of Georgia is racist white trash, it will probably go to McLame!

By Felix Borgela

November 4, 2008 1:56 PM | Link to this

obama will be a winning

By Jake aka Diddy

November 4, 2008 1:58 PM | Link to this

I voted for Obama because he is black.

By making

November 4, 2008 2:02 PM | Link to this

rusty pecker…thanks for the laugh…I believe we all needed one to break the edge of the election.

By SAXBYMCCAIN

November 4, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this

concerned southerner - Sarah Palin has more executive experience that Obama. Obama’s claim to fame is being a community organizer and a few years in the state senate, then 2 years in the US Senate all the time choosing not to vote on any issues that would look bad once he ran for President. It’s not only the republicans that are racist - democrats are coming out in droves, just to vote for Obama because he is black. First time voters never concerned before today.

By Don

November 4, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this

Steve,

I am in the Military and sometime I am straight ashame to tell folks I am from GA, because of racist pigs like you.

By Darrell (www.blackthen.com)

November 4, 2008 2:04 PM | Link to this

mike, sandy springs

Your 1:48 is a good post. I agree with you.

By Josie

November 4, 2008 2:05 PM | Link to this

I am a black woman voting for McCain. I’ve been told by friends and family that I am going against my race by voting for McCain.In the words of Martin Luther King , “Don’t judge someone by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” This is what I am doing! The election should not be about race - and I am ashamed to see “my people” running to the polls and voting for a man just because he is black.

By Ron H

November 4, 2008 2:06 PM | Link to this

*By Jake aka Diddy November 4, 2008 1:58 PM | Link to this I voted for Obama because he is black. *

Therefore, you are what’s wrong with this country…

By making

November 4, 2008 2:08 PM | Link to this

If McCain gets the old vote…the handicap vote, the bald vote, the married well vote, it’s a landslide victory…kinda makes you wonder.

By Genesis

November 4, 2008 2:09 PM | Link to this

Whatever results turn up it’s all still going to a whole lot better than what we’ve all endured with Bush being in the White House. I am going to be the ignorant of ‘em all and admit that I’m veering on not voting today. I have followed this election since the get go and I honestly don’t have anything nice to think about either McCain or Obama.

I do have my opinion on the whole ‘race card’ issue..It has been and is so apparent with Obama running, the black culture has been more turned on(sorta to say)…I think it’s bad how voting NOW matters so much, to so many and for obvious reasons!! Just the mindset behind it is disturbing..

I am from So.California and now live in the heart of Atlanta on Martin Luther King Jr Dr and just around the corner from his burial site in fact.. in the time I’ve live here I have learned and been exposed to alot of the black culture..it’s amazing how naive I’ve been to it all..in good and bad ways.

With Obama in the running, people down here are really experiencing this election with such powerful passion..such extreme personal attachment..I am seeing this first hand..just here at work hearing coworkers straight out saying they are voting for Obama only because he’s black. They might not be saying this with their all their brains but man, they are meaning it with all their hearts. Now, how wrong and right is that?? Some one else shared how she’s taking her son to the MLK burial site tonight where there will be a gathering right where MLK marched..and this will be a day definitely for her son to remember. Georgia had Obama’s back here for sure.

I’m Native American(Apache), I was born on a indian reservation in Texas.. and I’ll honestly say my views and beliefs about government vary greatly on gray scales and it does hinder my ideas about it all. And one can say it’s because of my people’s history..so I’m feeling awful because if I don’t vote today I know it doesn’t make me any better then any of those others with their skewed views. Sadly.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 2:10 PM | Link to this

By the way, RICH BUSINESS MAN, the 150 people you lay off is probably less than a percent of the unemployed. Circuit city is closing 20% of it’s stores compared to you 150 employees. Don’t get me wrong, I feel bad that they have a boss that would fire them out of spite and find a loophole to not pay their unemployent, but it is much bigger than you in the current economy. Hell, are there any jobs left in America? So that point you are so desperately trying to make is like a fart in a hurricane.

By Alyna: Queen of Makos

November 4, 2008 2:10 PM | Link to this

What are the odds a black person used the election as an excuse to get out of work today?

By Red

November 4, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this

I don’t like either candidate. I will be voting for the “lesser of two evils”. Unfortunately, the one that will probably win is also the one that will do the most harm to me financially - I’m an accountant and I’ve run the numbers.

The Democratically controlled congress has already allowed tax breaks that help the middle class expire and most people won’t know it until they file their 2008 tax return next year. Teachers, who often vote for Democrats, are among those hurt - no more teacher expense deduction.

I have asked many people who they are voting for and why. When they respond with Obama, most say change is why. When I ask them to specify that change, they either can’t clarify or state that it is because they don’t want any more George Bush economics. When I ask what Bush did to the economy, they refer to the financial crisis. When I ask who passed the laws that allowed the sub-prime mortgages, most don’t know. That is when I refer them to the congressional record that shows Democrats sponsoring and passing that bill under Clinton.

In all honesty, both sides are to blame. I’m mad at McCain for agreeing to the bailout, but McCain helped write and sponsor a bill to stop the sub-prime mortgages before it got to this point - he couldn’t get congress to agree. I’m mad at Obama for agreeing to the bailout too, but he hasn’t been around long enough to blame for all the old stuff, except that he is supported by lots of long time Democrats - guilt by association.

One day, we may once again have a president who becomes president for the right reasons - to do what is best for our country and the people who live in it. Until then, I’ll keep voting for the lesser of the evils.

By Tim

November 4, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this

Steve……Steve…. Steve….. what an “idiot” yo’ mama!

By Dan

November 4, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this

@Mike

I do not agree with your 1:48 post.

It was a generalization that is not indicative of anything beyond your experience and platitudes. You couldn’t know every Black person or every Black person with children to make such a statement.

I portrays your ignorance ands speaks volumes about your intellect

By Fleischman

November 4, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this

Keep your posts short people! If you wanna rant, go blog on your blackplanet.com homepage.

By Red

November 4, 2008 2:16 PM | Link to this

Way to go Josie! I have met other black women like you and am inspired by you.

By United Southern States

November 4, 2008 2:18 PM | Link to this

If Obama wins, there is only one solution - SECEDE

By Jwilliams

November 4, 2008 2:18 PM | Link to this

I am so tired of hearing that Blacks are voting for Barack Obama because he is black. Why did we vote for John Kerry? Why did we vote for Al Gore? Why did we vote for Bill Clinton? They aren’t Black. They are Democrats! Yes, this is the first time in history our Democratic candidate is Black. Yes, we as blacks are excited that we are able to witness history being made. Yes, we are excited that Americans have matured to the point that a Black candidate is even possible. But we are voting for Barack Obama because he is a Democrat.

By making

November 4, 2008 2:18 PM | Link to this

prohater…good comparison and great laugh!

By Lauren

November 4, 2008 2:19 PM | Link to this

SAXBY/McCAIN- Palin also has more executive experience than MdCain. If executive experience is so darn important then why isn’t she on the top of the ticket? I’ll tell you why, because it doesn’t mean diddlysquat. The more y’all squawk about it the more desperate you seem. Face it Republicans, you can thank George W. Bush for Obama’s victory. He screwed up things so badly that he is getting you party fired. You may not like it but that is the truth. America has had a long time to look at and listen to both candidates and I think you will find that Obama will win in a landslide (over 300 electoral votes). Heck, the fact that we are even talking about who will win GA is proof of how bad Bush messed up.

By Randall

November 4, 2008 2:19 PM | Link to this

Vote Obama… free Fried Chicken @ Churchs tommorrow if he wins!

By Mike

November 4, 2008 2:20 PM | Link to this

It kills me how everyone on here thinks that people who do not vote for Obama are racist. There are hundreds of reason I would not vote for Obama and not one of them is hte color of his skin. I am so glad to see the voter turnout that has turned out for this election. To bad 90 percent of them have never voted beofre and could never had a care less. If half of the new voters who are purely voting becasue there is a black man on the ballot have ever voted before our country might not be in the mess we are in now. Everyone is blaming Bush for the mess we are in now it has nothing to do with the Senate and the House all being run by the democrats. And to sum up my little rant here and what got me in to this was seeing 3 people in bright yellow NAACP jackets wheel in a man in a wheel chair and he stands up in front of me and goes up to the voting booth and asks a poll worker and these were his exact words “Which one of these says Obama”. Thats how my morning started so it can only get better from there right.

McCain/Palin 08

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 2:20 PM | Link to this

Alyna, good question, so when you find out, let me know. All the black people in my office are here today.

By ACE

November 4, 2008 2:21 PM | Link to this

Ocendot I find the following problematic:

I refuse to vote for a candidate who: 1. Does not support the sanctity of life (which begins at conception). NOT TRUE …HE BELIEVES IN CHOICE..WHY SHOULD GOVERNMENT OR STRANGERS DECIDE WHAT DECISION I MAKE FOR MY LIFE, FAMILY, AND BODY. I AM OFFENDED BY PROLIFERS WHO DON’T RCOGNIZE AND BELIEVE THAT THERE ARE MANY LIVES OF HOMELESS CHILDREN/ADULTS WHO REQUIRE ASSISTANCE,WOULD BOMB A CLINIC, OR CALL FOR THE ASSINATION OF AN AMERICAN WITH WHOM THEY DISAGREE 2. Believes that curtailing or even overturning the Second Amendment will accomplish anything other than depriving good citizens of the ability to defend themselves. NOT TRUE…WHY SHOULD CRIMINALS BE BETTER EQUIPED THAN LAW ENFORCEMENT? WHY SHOULD FIREARMS BE AS EASY TO BUY AS A GALLON OF MILK? 3. Discounts initiative and hard work in getting ahead, instead favoring a “redistribution of wealth”. NOT TRUE.. HAVE YOU READ HIS STORY. HE IS A PRODUCT OF HARD WORK AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND ADVOCATES THOSE PRINCIPLES. GOVERNMENT ALSO HAS A RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT OUR TAX DOLLARS ARE BEING SPENT CORRECTLY. HAVE WE GOTTEN THE MOST BANG FOR OUR BUCKS IN THE LAST 8 YEARS? 4. Publicly denounces gay marriage, yet fails to support Prop 8 in California. If you’re gonna talk the talk, walk the walk. NOT TRUE…HE SUPPORTS CIVIL UNIONS GAY AMERICAN SHOULD BE ABLE TO HAVE BENEFITS ETC FOR THEIR LOVED ONES. 5. Has plans to circumvent the Constitution through the appointment of judges opposed to strict interpretation of the U.S. Constitution. NOT TRUE…HE TAUGHT CONSTITUTIONAL LAW.. ARE YOU IN AGREEMENT WITH THE LOSS OF YOUR RIGHT TO PRIVACY? THE BUSH ADMINISTRATION TOOK THAT FROM YOU. DID YOU OBJECT? 6. Plans to weaken U.S. security by deploying a naive and dangerous policy of accommodating terrorists and the regimes that support them.NOT TRUE…WHERE WOULD WE BE WITHOUT DIPLOMACY..OH I KNOW…RIGHT WHERE WE ARE TODAY..IN TWO WARS THAT STRETCH OUR MILITARY VERY THIN.

By steve-o

November 4, 2008 2:22 PM | Link to this

Yes, they cry foul when we call them racists and then people like ALYNA speak up and prove that they are. Well done! You ignorant, hillbilly slag. Why don’t you go ride your 4 wheeler right into a brick wall.

By Tim

November 4, 2008 2:23 PM | Link to this

All these folks on here talkin’ about Blacks not having been so anxious to vote in the past, I would venture to say that most other minority cultures have been guilty of the same apathy in past elections. I for one don’t blame them. Generally, if you don’t have a dog in the fight, then you’re probably not all that interested…… Secondly, it shows the attitudes of a lot of biased majority voters given their view that all blacks or minorities will vote for Obama, it just ain’t so. There are too many blacks hating on Obama, because he is black and they refuse to support him for that very reason. By the token, a substantial number of white voters will vote for McCain for the same reason, he’s white and that’s who they identify with. Fortunately, there are some intelligent voters among us who will vote for the right guy for the right reason….. he’s the right man for the job!

Eat a _ _ _ _!

By Scott Wallace

November 4, 2008 2:23 PM | Link to this

The Brothas…

In Philadelphia, FOX News’ Rick Leventhal received a report from Republican poll watcher Chris Hill that two Black Panthers had stationed themselves at the door to a polling station and were intimidating voters. One held a night stick, Hill said.

Hill told FOX News that he went to talk to the men and they told him white power didn’t rule there.

The man reportedly carrying a night stick was escorted away from the polling station by police, and FOX News found another Black Panther outside the station who said he was a certified observer. Police asked him and the FOX News crew to leave the polling station.

By Employee

November 4, 2008 2:24 PM | Link to this

Obama will win Georgia. I can’t believe that Georgians are so ignorant as to vote in McCain. I just can’t believe that.

By Jose

November 4, 2008 2:24 PM | Link to this

The last time someone said “Let’s spread the wealth”, my family was fleeing an island 90 miles south of Key West.

History has an irritating way of repeating itself.

By making

November 4, 2008 2:25 PM | Link to this

I would hope any good company(employer) would allow their workers to go vote during business hours NO matter what color they are…I came in 3 hours late to vote…it’s our right to be able to vote and if your employer had issue with you taking that right, then I would go get a different employer.

By Kofender

November 4, 2008 2:25 PM | Link to this

I think and hope Obama will take Georgia. It’s not a matter of race; he’s simply the more intelligent, thoughtful, deliberating, thinking candidate.

Of course, I find it hard to vote for any Republican any more. I learned that lesson the hard way (about how Republicans use race to turn an election) from the late Paul Coverdell. In 1992, when he was running in the primary against Bob Barr (yes, the same one running now as a libertarian), I was working as a graphic artist, and I was asked by Mr. Coverdell to create a piece of campaign literature for him—and make the picture of Mr. Barr look “darker, sort of like he’s Black.” It was a horrible request, but it was done so the white Republicans in Georgia would vote for Coverdell and not Barr for Senate.

The late Mr. Coverdell went on to win the Senate seat, and while he might have done some good, I still feel he got there in a deceitful way. And from that point until now, I’ve avoided voting for Republicans who use race as an issue. McCain did it in a subliminal way, and so I vote now for Barack Obama. Proudly.

By Liberal

November 4, 2008 2:26 PM | Link to this

Obama’s socialist ideas of spreading the wealth makes sense to me. I will do my part. I plan to leave a tip of 10% for the hard working waiter or waitress and give the other 10% to the next homeless person I meet. I think we can all do our fair share and take money from hard working people and give to others.

By Tim

November 4, 2008 2:27 PM | Link to this

Randall… Randall…. Randall……. I see you’re in the same basket as Steve….. you “idiot!” Yo’ Moma, too!

By Lauren

November 4, 2008 2:27 PM | Link to this

Wow, no wonder our state is near the bottom in education. No wonder the south is considered the butthole of America. Just read all these racist and hateful posts and written by people who are sure that they are going to heaven. Oh, savor the irony. I feel sorry for you people. Obama is going to win. Despite idiots like you, Obama is going to win. I am ashamed to be a southerner, though. Downright ashamed. Stupid hick rednecks. God, I hate them. Lord save me from your followers!

By 2BFree

November 4, 2008 2:28 PM | Link to this

If a white votes for McCain, then according to the AJC and the bloggers, they are a racist. It doesn’t matter about who the best candidate is or any other issues.

However what do you call a black voting for McCain? I have talked to several today that voted today and 6 African-Americans have told me while they were going to vote for Obama, in their heart they just couldn’t do it. His past associations and so many unanswered questions about his past worried them. Not to mention the fact that even his running mate doubted he could handle a foreign crisis. Most I talked to stated they had already voted and several did not change their vote. But I found it interested that those opposing Obama are racist.

BTW - everyone I spoke with except one is college educated and reside in or around Atlanta. The fact is, if this election only allowed the college educated, well employed vote, McCain would win by a landslide. And if we eliminated or deported those liberal college professors Ron Paul may take 2nd place with Obama a distant third. Those that think Obama has the educated wrapped up need to stand outside an election poll and look at the demographics voting for each candidate.

By Snellville Voter

November 4, 2008 2:28 PM | Link to this

McCain people were out near 78 and Grayson last night. Its obvious McCain owns Gwinnett! America F* YEA!

By Amber

November 4, 2008 2:30 PM | Link to this

I have read about every last post on here and every last one of them has made me laugh! Most of you people on here do make us white people look racist and it is rather disgusting. I stood up for what I believe in today, but I didn’t do it in a racist manor and nor should you. Have some respect for yourself and your country. You can stand up for what you believe in with a nice respectable manor. I don’t think some of you racist/redneck low life’s think when you speak/type or even have a rational thought running through your head. Think before you speak/type didn’t your mother raise you any better? Oh wait no I’m sure she didn’t you are probably a spiting image of her! It’s time to grow up and stop giving us respectable white people a bad image!

By Rusty Pecker

November 4, 2008 2:31 PM | Link to this

Obama is just as white as he is black. Too bad the “undesirables” cant comprehend that.

By ACE

November 4, 2008 2:33 PM | Link to this

It’s so good to know that racism is no longer an issue as evidenced by the comments of:

Ayna SaxbyMcCain Fleischman Rusty Pecker

It’s funny how stereotypes are so pervasive. The good thing is just like you, African Americans have a right to vote. Hopefully you will support the new President regardless of who you chose to support. Stop being afraid..we’re more alike that we are different.

By Darrell (www.blackthen.com)

November 4, 2008 2:33 PM | Link to this

Josie

Isn’t it amazing how some of the same black people who say that Obama supporters shouldn’t be stereotyped as voting for him just because he’s black, turn right around and look in utter shock and amazement at people like you and me because we’re black and didn’t vote for the black candidate for president?

I just find the hypocrisy in that to be interesting, to say the least.

By SAXBYMCCAIN

November 4, 2008 2:34 PM | Link to this

SwedeAtlanta - my bad, I misspelled a word, get over it. I dont think he’s a Muslim. But you sir are are “typical”. Getover yourself and learn the facts before you speak. You, like Obama, are dead wrong. I appreciate your opinion, but its dead wrong.

By Alyna

November 4, 2008 2:34 PM | Link to this

pro hater - The Varisty downtown doesnt count my friend. WHATYAHAAAAAAAAAAVE!

By Moderate

November 4, 2008 2:37 PM | Link to this

Randall,

If you are going to make an ignorant comment, at least try to sound intelligent. It’s Church’s.

By Diddy

November 4, 2008 2:38 PM | Link to this

I’m bringing my gun to work tomorrow. Who knows what the savages will do once McCain WINS tonight!

By AM

November 4, 2008 2:39 PM | Link to this

Hey Mike just to clear things up the Republican had control of the house senate and the executive office for 6 of the last 8 years. Bush has made more bad poor decisions that will cause much harm for many years. McSame is that the same. Same GOP sponsored puppet for Corpoate America - Bush has borrowed and spent for 8 years - Given corporate hand outs to the tune of Trillions in taxpayer money (Now that is socialism pal). Barack Obama is so much more intelligent than Bush could ever be .. ever!! I would rather have an A student Harvard Grad leading our country than a bafoon and a corrupt and calculated one at that! Get your facts straight before you try to fool people!

By Fred

November 4, 2008 2:40 PM | Link to this

Steve, you are so ignorant. How can you call anybody a racist when it’s obvious that you are? What are you going to do if Obama wins? Hopefully you’ll committ suicide or leave the country. In fact African-Americans protested being disenfranchised in the 2000 election. It was the Gore campaign that asked us to stop protesting. What’s your address? If we riot, I’ll make sure we come to your house. What are you doing tonight? Come have a drink with me tonight at the victory party buddy.

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 2:40 PM | Link to this

Only a few more Hours Until the Election Of BARACK OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The GREATEST DAY IN AMERICAN HISTORY IS HERE!!

GOD BLESS YOU PRESIDENT OBAMA!!

By SAXBYMCCAIN

November 4, 2008 2:40 PM | Link to this

Tina L…..i love how you call Georgians “racist white trash”! I beg to differ…most of Atlanta is in fact trash that depend on governmental handouts from those people you call racist white trash! I work for a living and don’t want to pay more taxes because the anointed one Obama wants to reward black people for sitting on their a*. Its wrong. If they want money, get off their a* and go to work like I do. I should be getting a tax break, not them.

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 2:41 PM | Link to this

OBAMA WINS TODAY!!!!

SO LONG GW BUSH!!

OABMA WINS OBAMA WINS

By Jose

November 4, 2008 2:41 PM | Link to this

^^ hispanic for McCain/Palin!!!

The only blue dot showing up on a Georgia map tonight will be inside the 285 perimeter. The rest of the state will be more red than a tomato.

By Scott Wallace

November 4, 2008 2:42 PM | Link to this

Whatever does end up happening with the election…whether it is a McCain win or an Obama win, if you a white person stay away from Atlantic Station. I repeat….stay away from Atlantic Station. IF YOU ARE WHITE STAY AWAY FROM ATLANTIC STATION The Brothas and Sistas will be having a field day down there. The city of Atlanta will burn. Especially if McCain wins.

By Fleischman

November 4, 2008 2:43 PM | Link to this

ACE - I didnt know Dekalb county jail had internet access. You learn something new everyday!

By Lauren

November 4, 2008 2:44 PM | Link to this

ScottWallace, did you get that report from the same network that touted that McCain worker in PA who claimed she got attacked by a black man and got a B carved in her face? Yeah, that turned out to be true. Not! Funny how the McCain camp admits their hopes hang on PA and all these stories of reverse racism keep coming out of, you guessed it, PA. Does that pass your smell test? You probably believed that girl and were up in arms until she admitted she was a sick liar. Me, I knew that was BS the instant I heard it. You are gullible, my friend. The rest of us are not. This is all race baiting! It will not work. Fox News is an f’ing joke.

By Josie

November 4, 2008 2:45 PM | Link to this

jwilliams: Many black people are voting for Obama for one reason - because he is black. I know many black people that have never voted before, but they voted this election. They know little to nothing about the candidates, but they sure want a black man to win. I am a black woman, but I don’t agree with most of Obama’s ideas.

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 2:47 PM | Link to this

THER IS NO WAY OBAMA WILL LOSE TONIGHT Absolutly impossible!!!

By Fred

November 4, 2008 2:48 PM | Link to this

Savages huh? What about two white kids shooting an entire school of innocent people? That’s what I call savage.

By AM

November 4, 2008 2:49 PM | Link to this

President Obama ….I like it ….It has a nice ring to it!!

By Rusty Pecker

November 4, 2008 2:50 PM | Link to this

Lauren = 350 pound fat white woman with 8 tattoos OR a bitter, loser, lazy black woman. Take your pick! Either way your a loser.. just like Obama will be tonight. The only joke Lauren is your credit card debt.

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 2:50 PM | Link to this

Nick You are a Racist!!!

Hope you like President Obama— He will be sending narrowed minded people like you to Re-Education CAMPS!!!

OABMA WINS!!!!

We are Now the United States of Obama!!

By 2BFree

November 4, 2008 2:51 PM | Link to this

Hey Mike just to clear things up the Republican had control of the house senate and the executive office for 6 of the last 8 years.

Yes, and the economy was fine even after 9/11 up until 2 years ago. What changed? Oh yeah the Dems took control of the House.

I’m not a George W. fan, however I shudder to think how Gore or Pelosi(spl?) or many of the other Dems would have handled getting America back on track after 9/11. Wall Street and the World economy could have easily collapsed right then with extreme fear of living by the American people. But somehow Bush was able to make people feel a little safer and his advisors were able to plug Wall Street from total failure. Yes we had to take the war to the terroist and many young Americans have dies for our protection, but have we been attacked again on our soil? Yes Wall Street eventually did fall, but to point the finger at either party would be wrong, but it did happen on the Dems. watch.

By Amber

November 4, 2008 2:51 PM | Link to this

Nick, It is white people like you that give white people a bad name! You are a racist pig and deserve what the “colored” people give you! America has changed, but once again it is WHITE PEOPLE like you that make me and all other GOOD white people look like racist pieces of sh!t.

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 2:51 PM | Link to this

TONIGHT WE CHANGE AMERICA

We No longer will have a Republican Party After Tonight!!

By making

November 4, 2008 2:52 PM | Link to this

I’m going to stir things up with this observation…if the increased number of people registering to vote, isn’t because of race…why didn’t we see this happen back when Clinton was runing for office. Please remember to vote in the future elections…it’s your right to vote on a candidate…hopefully you’re voting for them for the right reason…time WILL tell.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 2:53 PM | Link to this

Alyna, yeah, I work at the Varisty. Excellent guess. What’ll have, what’ll have!!!

By Red

November 4, 2008 2:53 PM | Link to this

When your children tell you that black students at school are saying that there will be riots if Obama doesn’t win, then you know that racism is alive and well in the world. Unfortunately, few will admit that many blacks (not all) harbor just as much racism now as many whites (not all) did before the 1960s.

By White Dude

November 4, 2008 2:53 PM | Link to this

Come on people. It is 2008. Lets get over our fixation on color for goodness sakes. I am a white middle class male who would rather see Obama in office than McCain. I typically vote democrat but have switched in the past based on where they stand on issues. Yes, there are people that will vote based on color and I have seen it 1st hand by living in Clayton County and seeing what this county has turned into… a complete mess! If I were black, I would be proud that Obama has a very good chance to be president. Let us all not forget that Obama cannot get elected on the black vote alone. There are millions of white Americans that will vote for him too. So it is not a white/black issue. If it were, all the white people would vote for McCain and all the black people would vote for Obama and for goodness sake quit clumping an entire racial group into a category based on a small group of idiot racists (both black and white). Now get over your issues and welcome a new era into the good ole USA!! :)

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 2:53 PM | Link to this

Just found out OBAMA IS WINNING IN OHIO BIG TIME!!!!! OBAMA JUST WON OHIO.. NO WAY AN McCAIN Victory Now!!!

Once Florida Shows and Obama win its all over for The Repblicans!!

By ocendot

November 4, 2008 2:54 PM | Link to this

Ace, Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but your arguments don’t hold water… 1.”HE BELIEVES IN CHOICE..WHY SHOULD GOVERNMENT OR STRANGERS DECIDE WHAT DECISION I MAKE FOR MY LIFE, FAMILY, AND BODY. I AM OFFENDED BY PROLIFERS WHO DON’T RCOGNIZE AND BELIEVE THAT THERE ARE MANY LIVES OF HOMELESS CHILDREN/ADULTS WHO REQUIRE ASSISTANCE,WOULD BOMB A CLINIC, OR CALL FOR THE ASSINATION OF AN AMERICAN WITH WHOM THEY DISAGREE”- Choice is murder, just as assassination is murder, just as terrorism is… you cannot make those distinctions just because it’s “your body”…If a person can be charged with infanticide or two murders by killing a pregnant woman, how is it that the same pregnant woman herself could LEGALLY kill the same child via abortion? 2. “WHY SHOULD CRIMINALS BE BETTER EQUIPED THAN LAW ENFORCEMENT? WHY SHOULD FIREARMS BE AS EASY TO BUY AS A GALLON OF MILK?”- Why should they be better equipped than me? I have purchased firearms LEGALLY, and it is much more difficult than buying milk…it’s the ILLEGAL purchases that are easy, so banning LEGAL firearms will have no impact, except to make things worse for us and our families in dangerous times. 3.”HE IS A PRODUCT OF HARD WORK AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND ADVOCATES THOSE PRINCIPLES. ” Really? Is that why he plans to tax to death the very people and concerns which, by their success, provide our jobs? Or by their ability to keep costs down (i.e. taxes) provide affordable goods and services for us all? In effect, he will not ” spread the wealth”, he will “spread the misery”. 4.”HE SUPPORTS CIVIL UNIONS GAY AMERICAN SHOULD BE ABLE TO HAVE BENEFITS ETC FOR THEIR LOVED ONES.”- He said in the debates that he was against gay marriage…you may not have watched them, but I did. Why then, no support of Prop 8? Because he is double minded. 5. “NOT TRUE…HE TAUGHT CONSTITUTIONAL LAW.. ARE YOU IN AGREEMENT WITH THE LOSS OF YOUR RIGHT TO PRIVACY? THE BUSH ADMINISTRATION TOOK THAT FROM YOU. DID YOU OBJECT?” As a matter of fact, I do not agree with these measures…however, just because he taught constitutional law does not mean he agrees with the Constitution. 6. “WHERE WOULD WE BE WITHOUT DIPLOMACY..OH I KNOW…RIGHT WHERE WE ARE TODAY..IN TWO WARS THAT STRETCH OUR MILITARY VERY THIN. ” Name one nation that has successfully negotiated a lasting peace with terrorists…just one. Can’t can you. There’s a reason for this…if terrorists . Terrorists by their very nature are unreasonable, untrustworthy, dogmatic and violent. And you want to appease these people at the expense of America? Sorry, I’m not buying it, nor any of the other “problems” you have.

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 2:56 PM | Link to this

We are the greatest Nation on Earth and Obama winning is a good thing for us all!!

Shout out to my new Presidient OABAMA

TONIGHT WILL BE THE Biggest party since New Years 1999

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 3:00 PM | Link to this

I have OBAMA FEVER— TIME TO GET DRUNK AND PARTY

By obama baser

November 4, 2008 3:01 PM | Link to this

How does this sound …President Barack Huessin Obama? How come he had his birth records sealed? Was he a naturalized citizens when he came back from Indonesia? Only citizens of Indonesia could attend school in that country during the time he was enrolled. Therefore, to get back into the USA he had to be declared a naturalized citizen. That would disqualify him to be President.

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 3:02 PM | Link to this

Merry Christmas President Obama

By Maria

November 4, 2008 3:03 PM | Link to this

I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO glad I left Georgia. It’s too polarized between Black and White, and the people there use “liberal” as if it is a bad word. ALLL YALLL need to get off your bibles and start to look at the world in a realistic way. It’s not “God’s will” that McCain and Palin win. God has nothing to go with elections and shame on you for bringing God into politics. God is above all that. OBAMA FOR AMERICA!!!!!!! PEACE IN IRAQ!! HEALTH CARE FOR ALL!!!!

By making

November 4, 2008 3:04 PM | Link to this

tamika…I was going to ask “when did you get out of the mental hospital?”…but now I can tell from your comments, you’re still there watching tv in your own little world. God help us when they let you out….

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 3:04 PM | Link to this

Tommorrow is Barack Obama Day

By Observation

November 4, 2008 3:05 PM | Link to this

Don’t feed the trolls I find the snide lewed remarks rather funny. The Churchs chicken and WWHATYAHAAAAAAAAAAVE comments are killing me..LOLOLOLOL!!!

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 3:06 PM | Link to this

HAHAHA NO MORE HILLARY CLINTON

You White PEOPLE ARE SO MAD ABOUT LOSING!!

By making

November 4, 2008 3:06 PM | Link to this

instead of the United States of Obama…I like the term…Obamanation! That has a ring…a ding a ling like tamika!

By Guy

November 4, 2008 3:07 PM | Link to this

Tamkia stop using up space to post you Nobama comments, let other ppl try to talk

By WISE ONE!!

November 4, 2008 3:10 PM | Link to this

this is all engineered, the media is stirring the pot, they want a race riot, so that they can have another breaking story!!!!!!! Just open your eyes, surf the net for the truth, the information is there if you truely want to read it !!!

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 3:12 PM | Link to this

ALL I AM SAYING IS OBAMA WINS!! How is it even Posiible for McCain to win Now?

Answer that for me?? Please?

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 3:13 PM | Link to this

making, I do agree that many of the new voters registered because there is a black/white man running. Hopefully they will be able to get past the novelty of this election and continue to vote in the future looking at the actual candidate’s ideas. I was just very surprised though because an older white gentleman just came in the office and I asked him if he had voted yet. Now bare in mind, I didn’t ask or care who he voted for, but he got upset and said he didn’t vote because he didn’t like either one. This attitude, along with people voting based on race is probably what is killing the McCain’s campaign. Now just blacks voting for Obama because of race is not going to be nearly enough to sway the election one way or another in my opinion. I didn’t know that there are white people that don’t vote, I thought it was just blacks.

By Native Atlantan

November 4, 2008 3:14 PM | Link to this

Wow .. reading these comments makes me sad for my great state and the city of Atlanta. I’m a white, educated, professional 50-year old male from the Old South (I guess ‘redneck’), generally make over $250K/year and voted for Obama. My political views hover in the middle but I’m a strong believer in the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. I did my research and the proper due diligence and made my own choice. I’m not influenced by the media, as I know bias exist across the board. I believe in helping my fellow man and equality for all. I don’t believe McCain supporters are “idiots” or “rednecks” … I trust their judgement and what the believe is best for them (that’s the ‘freedom’ we all enjoy). However; I know what is best for me and is it not 4 years of McCain/Pallin.

So, let’s drop the name calling, focus on the issues we ALL face and move this country forward.

By Tamika

November 4, 2008 3:14 PM | Link to this

God Loves America- that is why he has given us an Obama WIN!!!

By Schelz

November 4, 2008 3:16 PM | Link to this

I believe Obama will win. Let’s hope his first order of business will be to install an electrified fence around the entire state of Georgia, so we can keep an eye on you whackjob cretins.

By SO DISAPPOINTED

November 4, 2008 3:17 PM | Link to this

As i read through the comments i’m saddened by the fact that some people are so racist against 1 another. We all bleed the same so cant we just get along?

By Ms. Reese

November 4, 2008 3:17 PM | Link to this

I am hoping Obama takes Georgia. I am tired of Bush and his cronies and McCain represents more of the same!

By Not Disappointed

November 4, 2008 3:18 PM | Link to this

I’m just happy the election will be over soon. “Have a good week all!”

By Lenin

November 4, 2008 3:18 PM | Link to this

OBAMUNISM 2008

By vet

November 4, 2008 3:19 PM | Link to this

don’t use God to defend obama he won’t even put his hand on a bible. oh and I don’t just vote party I actually listen then I back it up with research. The news doesn’t tell you the truth all the time!!

Why did CNN report obama’s grandmother’s death but not the fact that palin was cleared of any wrong doing in Alaska. I am sorry she passed but it’s not going to win anyone my vote.

By Josie

November 4, 2008 3:21 PM | Link to this

Native Atlantan - You are right. We should all vote for who we believe is the best candidate. Tamika, I am speaking to you as one black woman to another…PLEASE stop making us all look bad.

By Red

November 4, 2008 3:22 PM | Link to this

If you don’t believe the Black Panthers story, here’s some video.

http://www.breitbart.tv/html/213313.html

By Angelica

November 4, 2008 3:25 PM | Link to this

Aluesia, you are an ignorant twit.

First sweetheart, my ancestors were poor Italian immigrants, hardly the “slavedriver” types. So for you to pop your idiot mouth off to tout of “all the work black folks did for you white folks during slavery” is complete utter ignorant rhetoric on your part. It’s cool baby, get your “black president”. Once he’s in, don’t keep screaming about your supposed “injustices”.

McCain AND Obama SUCK. They’re BOTH financial elitists and care no more for you than they do for me, or any of us. They both voted for that lame excuse of a “bailout package” for not you or me, certainly, but for their banking buddies on Wall Street. NEITHER ONE cares about any of us, only their own agendas. And by us, I mean ALL of us, regardless of skin color. Something you painfully fail to see.

Fools like you don’t realize it’s not about race, this is class warfare. It’s the rich and elite (fed. government) vs. the working class (us) - it always has been, always will be. That goes for not only Democrats but Republicans as well. They’re ALL crooks and at OUR expense.

Don’t you dare speak for me as “one of them white folks”, you don’t know me or MY heritage. Go get your “education on” instead of mouthing off like a low-rent ghetto rat. How’s that for a stereotype?

By Obama Supporter

November 4, 2008 3:25 PM | Link to this

As a black American, I am insulted by the comments on this page. I believe McCain will win Georgia, but not deservingly. I am not supporting Obama because he’s black; I am supporting him because he represents an opportunity to take this country in a different direction. Watching the homes prices in my neighborhood plummet, watching the small business I worked hard to create crumple because the real estate market is dead, and watching everything for which I have worked hard blow away is devastating. There are McCain supporters who oppose large government and increased taxes, but I am doubtful that the majority of unintelligent bloggers here would pay a dime more taxes under an Obama administration. Many of those who commented on here can barely construct a sentence of even spell the most fundamental of words properly. These folks have no idea of why they support McCain except that he’s white and represents the status quo, one where white privilege is the norm. An uninformed black person, who claims to be a McCain supporter, asserted that blacks represent the largest beneficiaries of welfare, which is not true. She went on to state that we are all looking for the government to take care of us. I am ashamed for her. I don’t care that she’s supporting McCain, but at least have a compelling and defensible reason should you decide to give one. It appall me when those who think they’ve “made it” want to forget from where they come and turn their backs as though they are better. Not one of us is better than the weakest among us, and when one looks at you, they see a black person before they see anything else.
The fact that Obama is black is an incredibly big deal for me. Just 40 years ago, Barack Obama in this state would have by law been forced to drink from a colored only water fountain, enter restaurants through back doors and act in a subservient way towards white people just because he is black. Well today, I have an opportunity to vote for not just any black man, but to put in the WHITE HOUSE an intellectual, who is qualified to lead this great country. I am sick and tired of watching people suffer in this country, black and white alike.

By Darrell (www.blackthen.com)

November 4, 2008 3:25 PM | Link to this

Maria

With all due respect, Georgia hasn’t cornered the market on racism. It’s everywhere. You can’t move away from it. Even the least diverse states in this country have racists residing in them. Why? Because racism has to do with the condition of a person’s heart, not where they live.

A person is racist by choice, not by geography. So, whether it’s Georgia or Rhode Island, you’ll still come across them. The only cure for racism is a genuine encounter with Jesus Christ and a subsequent change of heart. That’s the only cure.

By Obama Baby!!!

November 4, 2008 3:27 PM | Link to this

OBAMA is going all the way to the WHITE HOUSE!!!!

By me

November 4, 2008 3:27 PM | Link to this

I don’t care if your blue! many obama supporters are voting just because he’s black so it goes both ways. Vote on the issues not the race of the person running. and in my opinion socilism is one step below ditctatorship.

By making

November 4, 2008 3:28 PM | Link to this

My rule…if you don’t vote, I don’t want to hear your complaints…everyone should vote and hopefully will in the future…could you imagine if the next election it’s greater than 80% turnout…

By PRO CHOICE

November 4, 2008 3:29 PM | Link to this

My brother a MUSLIM shed his BLOOD and died in IRAQ in 2006 for the USA. All I know is BUSH LIED and my only brother DIED. Why is it a bad thing to be a MUSLIM and run for president? We have FREEDOM of RELIGION only if you’re not running for PRESIDENT right?! The CRYPTKEEPER (McCain) never speaks of his religion, and I’ve never heard anyone question his beliefs, he could very well be a atheist. PEGGY HILL (PALIN) belives in WITCHDOCTORS and VOODOO PRIEST. BUSH ran this country on peoples’ FEARS, two (2)WARS,& astounding DEBT. What I don’t understand is why people don’t want taxes to be raised, is the USA to continue to borrow money from other countries?! There are more POOR people than WEALTHY people in this country, and if they know what’s good for them they WILL vote OBAMA. RICH people and BILLION DOLLAR CORPORATIONS do not need tax breaks. McCAIN will continue to give tax breaks to the wealthy 5% of this country. And will also continue to thank Companies when they take their businesses abroad by saying THANK YOU for not doing BUSINESS with the USA here’s a TAX BREAK.The CRYPTKEEPER (McCain) wants the war in IRAQ to end with a victory, why can’t the war just end with as many live soldiers as the USA can bring home. As we all have come to learn the USA does not belong and has never belonged in IRAQ. My mom wanted me to add that she is MAD as HELL that she LOST her SON,her ONLY SON to a LIE. Oh, I almost forgot this is for the CONSERVATIVE REPUBLICANS stay out of my UTERUS!

By Patrick

November 4, 2008 3:29 PM | Link to this

I’m very surpised about the negative tone of the majority of the comments herein. And I thought that the electorate was AGAINST negative campaigning, mud-slinging, and name-calling! I guess AJC readers had negative campaigning—unless they’re the ones doing it. What a shame that the newspaper of Henry Grady and Ralph McGill should be such a respository of invective and jingoism.

By Red

November 4, 2008 3:29 PM | Link to this

If anyone thinks that any particular state is won or lost at this point, they don’t have a clue about how elections work. Until the polls close, we won’t know anything for certain.

By Change Agent

November 4, 2008 3:30 PM | Link to this

I have heard many voters say that they are “voting for the lesser of two evils” and I think that is absurd. Actually, I think for the first time in a long time, we have the opportunity to choose between two great men. Both men are visionaries and I think either of them will make fantastic leaders of the free world - they will just go about it in significantly different ways. I have tremendous respect for both men and I look forward to either of them assuming the role of President of the United States.

There are many who obviously have a problem with the idea that Obama has been able to get many people (primarily black people but young people as well) to vote who have not voted in large numbers in the past. What those people are missing is that although Obama has been able to get black people (and young people) to vote, he would not have won the Democratic nomination (let alone the Presidency) without SIGNIFICANT support from people of all races, cultures and backgrounds. Black people make up less than 12% of this nation’s population and if every single one of them vote for Obama, he still won’t be CLOSE to becoming President without the support of a lot of other people. Obama is in position to become President due to his ability to convince the majority of voters that he is the right man to lead
this great nation out of this financial crisis and that he is the right man to lead us out of an increasingly unpopular war in Irag.

As for McCain, the idea that every person who supports him is a racist is ridiculous. McCain is an honorable man who has done a lot for this country and he deserves the respect of us all. Don’t let the racist ramblings of a few prevent you from recognizing that McCain is a great man. If he were to win the election, we would be FAR better off with him as President than we were under Bush.

The bottom line is that this nation will be FAR better off tomorrow than it is today no matter who is elected because both men are gifted leaders and that is something we have not had for some time.

By THE JUDGE

November 4, 2008 3:34 PM | Link to this

AJC IS A FRAUD!!!! WHY HAS THE BUTTON LEADING TO THIS STORY BEEN AT 50% all day????

what gives AJC????? OBAMA WILL WIN GA!!!!

By Josie

November 4, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this

Until we, the black community, begin to see the error of our ways things will never change. We need to stop having babies outside of marriage. We need to raise our sons to pull their pants up and get an eduction. We need to teach our daughters to respect themselves. We need to stop blaming others and take control over our own destiny. I can’t blame some of the racist remarks because we give people a reason to feel the way they do!

By Gary B.

November 4, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this

Obama will win in GA by 3-7%, and he will win the national election by a convincing margin !

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this

Well, Amber, you did assume that Tamika is on welfare and receiving food stamps. Someone might take that as racist though, because you sound like you are assuming all black women are on welfare sucking up your tax dollars. Just like someone assumed that I work at the Varsity (not that anything is wrong with working at the Varsity, it’s a paycheck). I could care less what people say on these blogs because for the most part, it is entertainment to me. It could just be me though.

By Ray

November 4, 2008 3:38 PM | Link to this

Has everyone forsaken that which our Founding Fathers established…& held dear? Race…bah. I grew up in middle GA & sure, we had a few issues, but it was fueled by an older generation. I graduated in 86’…& am proud of the good Southern values taught to me by my family & neighbors (of all races). God, family…good morals & manners…respect for all. Yes, some will vote Obama just because he’s black (no matter the %). Some for McCain due to his age/white, etc. Some, it’s a faith issue, a personal character issue, experience (or lack of)…for many; straight party line, period. For those of you who say white people in GA won’t vote for a black man…hmm, if JC Watts or Alan Keyes were running…I’d vote for him. Many Obama supporters probably have never heard of them…& won’t give them a second glance; they’re conservatives & good, decent Christian men. Personally, I don’t like either Obama or McCain. But to vote Obama is to make a Democrat run Washington. If this happens…I’m not sure America can survive. Sorry folks, but he is a socialist, with tendancies to communism…do your homework. I’m well versed in our history, which is proof. Check out the “Congressional Record of 1963…the Communist Agenda”…then see how Obama compares to that.

May God interced in our lives…His divine providence guide us. I fear for my children if the liberals rule this country…we cannot last for long. Kruschev was correct…”piece by piece, America will fall”.

By Stephen

November 4, 2008 3:39 PM | Link to this

I’m not sure why so many are saying that Whites will vote against Obama based on race when 98% of Blacks are voting for Obama. Clearly, that turnout is purely racially motivated.

Most have no idea about Sen. Obama’s political agenda or history. They just want to vote for a Black president. Look at some of the posters here. “White people are mad about losing”; as if this is a White vs Black election.

If there was another candidate with the exact same voting record and platform as Sen. Obama, but it was a White man, would 98% of the Black community support him? Nope.

*There is much more racism from the Black community in this election. *

By Amber

November 4, 2008 3:43 PM | Link to this

RACIST PIC hahaha if only i owned a tupac cd and i did have a baby and a black baby daddy then that would be true, but you have it all wrong buddy!

Thank you for the good laugh though. I needed that! HA

By Scott Wallace

November 4, 2008 3:50 PM | Link to this

PI$$onaDAWG…

Do you have room for one more? I am scared to death living here in Atlanta amongst the brothas and sistas.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this

At least they are voting. I could care less if they voted for Obama or McCain. GO VOTE!

By Red

November 4, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this

If Condoleza Rice were running, I would certainly vote for her. I would even give Colin Powell a chance.

By Red

November 4, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this

If Condoleza Rice were running, I would certainly vote for her. I would even give Colin Powell a chance.

By Pat

November 4, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this

You people cannot get over the fact that Mr. Obama is smart…..Why are you people voting for mccain, because he’s white…he sure as heck does not have anything good for the people of this United States.

By Jeff

November 4, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this

Too bad the media has to be soooo slanted to Obama, if they would have given Ron Paul a fair shake, he’d be WAY in the lead. We had our one chance at total freedom, now it’s going socialist. Media has NO BUSINESS donating to presidential candidates.

By ATLGAL

November 4, 2008 3:54 PM | Link to this

@DARNELL, A TYPICAL WANNA BE BLACK PERSON TO VOTE FOR A WHITE MAN, DARNELL DOESNT LIKE HIMSELF, ADN HE MUST BE UNEDUATED, BECAUSE IF HE HAD BRAINS, HE WOULD GO BACK AND READ ABOUT HIS ANCESTORS. HIM AND JOSIE, HORRIBLE BLACK PEOPLE THEY SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF THEMSELVES. AND WE ALL KNOW THEY DONT MAKE OVER 250000, THEY BARELY CAN PAY THEIR BILLS. I DISLIKE IGNORE PEOPLE, WHATS WORSE NOT TO VOTE OR TO VOTE FOR SOMEONE WHO CANT STAND YOU!!! TAMIKA, GO GIRL…..OBAMA OBAMA OBAMA AND YOU MOMMA!!!! OBAMA IS THE NEXT PRESIDENT MARK MY WORDS, AND FOR ALL OF THOSE PEOPLE WHO VOTED THE OTHER WAY DUMB AS$ES!!!

By Renea

November 4, 2008 3:55 PM | Link to this

I am reading a lot of people are still saying mccain has more experience, you do know bush had more experience and look where this country is today….in the trash…..

By Ticked Off

November 4, 2008 3:56 PM | Link to this

What does experience have to do with anythng? I don’t recall there ever being a Presidential class that you take prior to running for office. If that were the case we wouldn’t be in the same situation 4 years later. Its time that we have a President who is for the people and wants to bring fresh ideas to the table in trying to better our economy. If I am not mistaken when we vote and the president is elected he works for all of us as a nation, not just the ones that voted for him (which seems to be the case as the richer continue to get rich, and the middle class and low-income continue to struggle to maintain) Ask yourself when was the last time the President or any president actually asked for your input in the way the economy and the way that the government is handling things.

We have to ask ourselves where we will be in another 10 years if we keep the same people with the same ideas in office and pushing this country backwards. I am not sure if you are aware or not, but the last call that I made to confirm a hotel reservation the agent was was not in the states. If we continue outsourcing our jobs overseas the same ones complaining about those seeking government assistance will be the same ones fighting to get approved for it as well.

And by the way, Yes I did VOTE for CHANGE because I am tired of our elected officials not doing their job, but them managing to always come to the rescue of other countries and we have citizens here who can’t even get the assistance needed or programs put into place to give them that hand up that they need.

By shay

November 4, 2008 3:58 PM | Link to this

Stephen, how does voting for a black president make you racist? Vice versa. So if all the black people (who always vote demo) said they were voting for the first time repub, then that would be o.k.??

What is your definition of racism? Racism is when you think your race is superior to another race. What does casting a vote have to do with superiority?

Even if a person “is” voting because of race, that does not make them racist. That’s their preference.

Just because you choose to eat Pizza for dinner instead of hamburger doesn’t mean you think the Pizza is better than the hamburger. That’s just your preference that day. It doesn’t mean something is wrong with the hamburger or you hate it, you just want “PIZZA”.

Use this example: Just becuase you are republican doesn’t mean you think republicans are better people than democrats or that something is wrong with voting democratic, it just means that you prefer to be republican.

So stop making the negative comments because 98% of African Americans are voting for a black man. If he was white, 98% of the African Americans would still be voting for Barack Obama. WHY? Because of their belief in what he will do for the country, not because of the color of his skin.

By PRO CHOICE

November 4, 2008 3:58 PM | Link to this

The CRYPTKEEPER (MCcain) will continue to give the WEALTHY 5% of the country a tax break… they don’t need a tax break.He will continue to THANK COMPANIES that take JOBS abroad by saying thank you for NOT doing business with the USA here’s a tax break. My brother a MUSLIM dies for this country in 2006, I see that he is good enough to die for this country but, not run it. We have FREEDOM of religion here in the USA, ONLY if you’re not running for PRESIDENT. THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH BEING MUSLIM!!!!There is nothing that I can say about PEGGY HILL (PALIN) that hasn’t already been said she is a JOKE. CRYPTKEEPER (McCAIN) has never spoken of his religion that I’ve heard, he could be an ATHEIST. BUSH LIED AND MY ONLY BROTHER DIED. OH, and this is for the CONSERVATIVE REPUBLICANS STAY OUT OF MY UTERUS!! Why are people so against paying more TAXES?! Is the USA to continue to borrow money from CHINA? COUNTRY FIRST REPUBLICANS… AS LONG AS IT DOESN”T COME OUT OF YOUR POCKETS,RIGHT?! The CRYPTKEEPER wants to end the war on a victory, why not just end the war that was all a BIG LIE anyway and just bring the TROOPS home ALIVE and SAFE!

By big o

November 4, 2008 3:59 PM | Link to this

Hey Steve you don’t deserve to be the first comment on the blog. Why don’t you go snuggle up with your sister after brushing your tooth.I’m sure the long voting lines did not bother you because you drove your house to the polls.

Dude get over it Obama wins Ga and Obama wins the election.

By Pro Hater

November 4, 2008 4:03 PM | Link to this

Hey Scott Wallace, you don’t have to go too far to get away from black people. 30 miles outside 285 in any direction, you should be right at home. Might want to start looking for some housing.

By Josie

November 4, 2008 4:03 PM | Link to this

ATLGal - You couldn’t be more wrong about me. I am a highly educated black woman. I want only good things for black people, and for ALL people. The black community needs to wake up - if they want to see real change it needs to start at home! Obama is not our savior!

By Amber

November 4, 2008 4:07 PM | Link to this

gjt7481 if you would of read my previous posts you would know that i am far from racist, but you are ignorant as well so keep on thinking things that are wrong!

this blog is so entertaining! i love it!

McCain 08*

By Crazy People

November 4, 2008 4:10 PM | Link to this

Obama girls sounds like she is on crack. To all or you people that think most people in Georgia are stupid, backwoods people look around. If you dont like what you see. Please get out.