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By Sir Winston

October 11, 2008 5:10 PM | Link to this

Shocker!!!!! John Lewis has just played the race card. Honestly, who is surprised. That is what Democrat politicians do when pressured. Obama and his sycophantic followers blame racism for his inability to close the deal, and then use race against their opponents. The Obama, peace be upon him, deserves the vetting that the main stream media failed to do during the Racist/Sexist Democrat primary. The have the unmitigated temerity to, now, complain when the microscope of the process fully examines The Obama, peace be upon him, and his design for this nations future.

Will The Obama, peace be upon him, now repudiate John Lewis (D-GA) or will he simply sigh that “This is not the John Lewis I used to know?” (A LA Rev. Wright)

Peace.

By Michael

October 11, 2008 5:26 PM | Link to this

John Lewis has a hole where his brain used to be.

By BigotsWillHATEnov5

October 11, 2008 5:28 PM | Link to this

That is what Democrat politicians do when pressured. Interesting. I don’t think Obama is being pressured. In fact, he’s in the lead and all the McCain supporters can do is spout hate. It doesn’t matter, though, because on Nov. 5, the bigots of this country wake up to find that Obama is the new POTUS. They will have to deal with the fact that we are growing together as a country, instead of apart.

By Proud American

October 11, 2008 5:29 PM | Link to this

John Lewis like Barack Hussien Obama has his on interest, and niether one is in the best interest of America.

By sbw

October 11, 2008 5:29 PM | Link to this

This is just a bunch of bull-dookey. Racism is always brought out when the going gets tough. I’m so sick of it. Put the race-card away. It’s dog-earred from over-use.

By Lizzie Tish

October 11, 2008 5:29 PM | Link to this

Why am I not surprised at Lewis’s comment? There they go again, throwing that race card. Too bad it took the mainstream media so long otherwise it would be a Hillary/anyone but Biden ticket.

By Customline2dr

October 11, 2008 5:30 PM | Link to this

I’d be shocked if he wasn’t right. When they let people holler “kill him” at their rallies. When they make no attempt to squash the outright hatred their stirring up. Get back to the issues and leave your hoods at home. Nobody’s got this election locked up.

By Richard

October 11, 2008 5:38 PM | Link to this

This good old southern boy commends John Lewis for saying what many of us are thinking, that Sarah Palin is nothing more than David Duke in drag, and that the racist tone of her rallies is little better than a Klan shindig. At least McCain had the wisdom to try to calm the rhetoric. Palin has no wisdom, no ethical standards, and is destroying McCain.

By FIRERICHT

October 11, 2008 5:39 PM | Link to this

Wait til Wednesday……………….Obama loses, McCain wins and the Presidential race is back where it needs to be, with a man like McCain and an awesome Sarah Palin. But hey, it was fun for Obama I imagine.

By V Hood

October 11, 2008 5:39 PM | Link to this

I agree with John Lewis. The atmosphere that McCain/Palin are instigating is one of hatred. Not so much as McCain, but Palin is really the culprit. For the crowd to get so worked up that they start name calling and saying to kill him (Obama), that is the same racist atmosphere of Governor George Wallace. I thought America and the American people had progressed to a higher level.

By FIRERICHT

October 11, 2008 5:40 PM | Link to this

Wait til Wednesday……………….Obama loses, McCain wins and the Presidential race is back where it needs to be, with a man like McCain and an awesome Sarah Palin. But hey, it was fun for Obama I imagine.

By MAC

October 11, 2008 5:40 PM | Link to this

What happens at a McCain or Palin is mild compared to the statements made about Bush and Cheney every day at Obama rallies and by Obama supporters like the daily kos and moveon. If anything, McCain is being TOO WEAK in his criticism about Obama, his record, his policies and his associations. Whatever happened to free speech in this country??? It’s free only if it’s liberal.

By G

October 11, 2008 5:43 PM | Link to this

Why is anyone surprised by Lewis’ comments and that AJC is exlpoiting it…and supporting it.

By Richard

October 11, 2008 5:43 PM | Link to this

This good old southern boy commends John Lewis for saying what many of us are thinking, that Sarah Palin is nothing more than David Duke in drag, and that the racist tone of her rallies is little better than a Klan shindig. At least McCain had the wisdom to try to calm the rhetoric. Palin has no wisdom, no ethical standards, and is destroying McCain.

By Richard

October 11, 2008 5:44 PM | Link to this

This good old southern boy commends John Lewis for saying what many of us are thinking, that Sarah Palin is nothing more than David Duke in drag, and that the racist tone of her rallies is little better than a Klan shindig. At least McCain had the wisdom to try to calm the rhetoric. Palin has no wisdom, no ethical standards, and is destroying McCain.

By Modius

October 11, 2008 5:46 PM | Link to this

proudAmerican needs to learn how to spell!

By JethroTull

October 11, 2008 5:46 PM | Link to this

Hey Customline, why don’t you watch the news? McCain has been playing down all of the negative attacks that most of us want him to highlight. Did you not see him sntach the mic from a woman and get booed by his own supporters. As usual, Lewis still thinks this is the 60’s, because he has no relevance unless it is all about race. Obama’s alliances in the past are highly relevant and would be exteremely damaging if he were a white Republican and had these types of alliances with right wing nut cases. The media would be all over it and he wouldn’t have a prayer.

By Louise j

October 11, 2008 5:46 PM | Link to this

Did I not hear someone say “Kill Him” and John McCain said nothing! He was there and he heard it. What is really happening the people at these rallies are showing who they really are. Only something like this can really bring them out of the closet and show the world who they really are. It will get even worse if Obama wins, its in their nature, they can’t help it they talk about it when others are not around, but now they have to let it rip, shout it out, let us know how you really feel. Be honest not only when you are in hiding. Go John Lewis, tell the truth, we all know its the truth.

By iudf

October 11, 2008 5:47 PM | Link to this

i guess black america has not been going to church for the past 2 months listening to all the rev wright’s wanabes’. talk about hate spewing.

By bullwinkle

October 11, 2008 5:47 PM | Link to this

There’s nothing for Sen. Obama to repudiate. Rep. Lewis is correct in his assessment of Palin/McCain’s (excuse me McCain/Palin’s)campaign tactics. Just read the article about the White male who was recently arrested in Louisiana. He stated that he had to vote so that he could keep that “N’ word out of office. Just stick to the issues and all will be well. We all know that McCain nor Palin has a stellar pass. Sen Obama has not resorted to gutter politics as has the compassionate party..

By Louise j

October 11, 2008 5:47 PM | Link to this

Did I not hear someone say “Kill Him” and John McCain said nothing! He was there and he heard it. What is really happening the people at these rallies are showing who they really are. Only something like this can really bring them out of the closet and show the world who they really are. It will get even worse if Obama wins, its in their nature, they can’t help it they talk about it when others are not around, but now they have to let it rip, shout it out, let us know how you really feel. Be honest not only when you are in hiding. Go John Lewis, tell the truth, we all know its the truth.

By Louise j

October 11, 2008 5:48 PM | Link to this

Did I not hear someone say “Kill Him” and John McCain said nothing! He was there and he heard it. What is really happening the people at these rallies are showing who they really are. Only something like this can really bring them out of the closet and show the world who they really are. It will get even worse if Obama wins, its in their nature, they can’t help it they talk about it when others are not around, but now they have to let it rip, shout it out, let us know how you really feel. Be honest not only when you are in hiding. Go John Lewis, tell the truth, we all know its the truth.

By Louise j

October 11, 2008 5:48 PM | Link to this

Did I not hear someone say “Kill Him” and John McCain said nothing! He was there and he heard it. What is really happening the people at these rallies are showing who they really are. Only something like this can really bring them out of the closet and show the world who they really are. It will get even worse if Obama wins, its in their nature, they can’t help it they talk about it when others are not around, but now they have to let it rip, shout it out, let us know how you really feel. Be honest not only when you are in hiding. Go John Lewis, tell the truth, we all know its the truth.

By Rogie

October 11, 2008 5:49 PM | Link to this

The problem with Mr. Lewis’s remarks are that Mr. Wallace had hatred in his heart and Mr. McCain does not. The only accuracy to his comparison is the idea of trying to incite fear in people as a method of trying to win this election. It doesn’t help that Mr. Lewis makes these remarks without clarity. If he believes what he stated, then he is wrong and clouds what the real issue is and is no better than McCain. But, regardless of that, Mr. McCain has given tacit approval to use of this despicable tactic at recent rallies which is over the line…or, in his own words, beyond the pale. He needs to look in the mirror. Nobody, democrat or republican should get a pass for using the race card — neither Mr. McCain or Mr. Lewis

By Dennis

October 11, 2008 5:50 PM | Link to this

That’s about as ridiculous a comment as has ever been spoken. Congressman Lewis, who is eminently more qualified than Obama to be President, just dispelled that idea. The presidency is about judgement, and there are legitimate questions that are being asked about Obama and his judgement. To spend 20 years going to a church where a man spewed racism, and pass that off as something he had not heard, is quite unbelievable. And to start your political career at the home of a man who bombed the US is at best, very poor judgement, and at worst, calls into question what Mr. Obama believes. There’s nothing racial about these questions, and those who think otherwise are spewing forth their own hate.

When David Duke ran for office, blacks and whites rightly were outraged, myself among them.

What of the prominent black conservative men such as Michael Steele of Maryland and JC Watts of Oklahoma? Is their calling into questions the very issues the McCain campaign raises mean that they are racist, or are they just exercising their constitutional right? I know of other African-American’s as well who will not vote for Obama, mainly because of his stand on abortion, his lack of experience, and his questionable judgement. There’s no racist issue there. Again, it’s a question of qualification.

By MAC

October 11, 2008 5:50 PM | Link to this

John Lewis, like Jimmy Carter, has squandered his opportunity to be a great American statesman and instead is nothing but a sad partisan who’s constant hyperbole demonstrates his lack of class.

Just because you used to a hero doesn’t mean you ARE a hero. Grow up, Mr. Lewis.

By Carlton

October 11, 2008 5:54 PM | Link to this

If you seen any of the videos, you’ll notice that McCain stated that he admired Obama and tried to tell the crowds he’s a decent person and they shouldnt be afraid of his presidency. Please give an apology. I’m an Obama supporter and I think everyone needs to focus on the economy. This is not 1964, 1988, or 2000, it’s 2008. Let’s talk about the problems we face right now.

By luf

October 11, 2008 5:54 PM | Link to this

lewis wouldn’t know the truth if another brick hit him on the head

By Sir Winston

October 11, 2008 5:55 PM | Link to this

Democrats have called Bush Hitler and worse. The libs get mad over the fact that their candidate pals around with and wants to sit down with terrorist, without preconditions? Really? Sorry, libs, this is the big league. Put on your big big undies and deal with it. Or the Obama, peace be upon him, could complain.

Repudiate the race card players or grow up, Barry. Peace.

By TheAntiMe

October 11, 2008 5:56 PM | Link to this

I went to a John McCain for Presisdent campaign event, last week, and a KKK rally broke out.

By Rogie

October 11, 2008 5:57 PM | Link to this

The problem with Mr. Lewis’s remarks are that Mr. Wallace had hatred in his heart and Mr. McCain does not. The only accuracy to his comparison is the idea of trying to incite fear in people as a method of trying to win this election. It doesn’t help that Mr. Lewis makes these remarks without clarity. If he believes what he stated, then he is wrong and clouds what the real issue is and is no better than McCain. But, regardless of that, Mr. McCain has given tacit approval to use of this despicable tactic at recent rallies which is over the line…or, in his own words, beyond the pale. He needs to look in the mirror. Nobody, democrat or republican should get a pass for using the race card — neither Mr. McCain or Mr. Lewis

By Sharecropper

October 11, 2008 5:58 PM | Link to this

Lewis is playing the “race card”? McCain and idiot Palin are out there inciting riots while the Secret Service tries to figure out how to contain it. Palin can be given a pass. She’s the governor of a very small state following service as mayor of a very small town. she is entitled to her idiocy. McCain? What a fraud and dishonorable man he is. Now we understand why he signed war criminal charges 30 years ago. He caved. Honorable prisoners did not. A coward and quisling. Anyway, ain’t he the man who claimed Lewis was his hero?

By TheAntiMe

October 11, 2008 6:00 PM | Link to this

I went to a John McCain for Presisdent campaign event, last week, and a KKK rally broke out.

By Bonita

October 11, 2008 6:00 PM | Link to this

Where the heck was John Lewis during the primaries when Obama was playing the race card? Obama has used it at every turn in this election. However, this type of comparison by Lewis only makes it harder to hold real racists accountable for their statements and behavior.

By TheAntiMe

October 11, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

I went to a John McCain for Presisdent campaign event, last week, and a KKK rally broke out.

By TheAntiMe

October 11, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

I went to a John McCain for Presisdent campaign event, last week, and a KKK rally broke out.

By TheAntiMe

October 11, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

I went to a John McCain for Presisdent campaign event, last week, and a KKK rally broke out.

By TheAntiMe

October 11, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

I went to a John McCain for Presisdent campaign event, last week, and a KKK rally broke out.

By TheAntiMe

October 11, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this

I went to a John McCain for Presisdent campaign event, last week, and a KKK rally broke out.

By Bonita

October 11, 2008 6:03 PM | Link to this

Where the heck was John Lewis during the primaries when Obama was playing the race card? Obama has used it at every turn in this election. However, this type of comparison by Lewis only makes it harder to hold real racists accountable for their statements and behavior.

By TheAntiMe

October 11, 2008 6:03 PM | Link to this

I went to a John McCain for Presisdent campaign event, last week, and a KKK rally broke out.

By TheAntiMe

October 11, 2008 6:04 PM | Link to this

I went to a John McCain for Presisdent campaign event, last week, and a KKK rally broke out.

By GaLiberal

October 11, 2008 6:04 PM | Link to this

Here’s the statement from McCain:

“Congressman John Lewis’ comments represent a character attack against Governor Sarah Palin and me that is shocking and beyond the pale.

What a load of Rethuglicon fake outrage cr@p. All John Lewis did was draw a comparison between the dishonorable character attacks by McCain and the hate-filled rhetoric that Wallace used. Both were specifically intended to “motivate” their supporters to action. When McCain/Palin tolerate cries of ‘kill him’ at their rallies, they are sowing the seeds of violence. When McCain calls his specious character attacks ‘legitimate criticism’ it demonstrates his complete lack of understanding of the consequences. He is simply chumming the water drawing in the sharks to do his dirty work. John McCain has dishonored himself with these character attacks. Obama could talk about how John McCain cooperated with the enemy in Vietnam. How John McCain dumped his first wife after she was disfigured in a car crash. How John McCain had an affair after his return from Vietnam while his wife was confined to a wheel chair. Instead, Obama takes the high road sticking to the issues. Like how McCain voted with Bush 97% of the time. I don’t call 3% being a “maverick.” McCain and the Rethuglicons are desperate and desperate people do desperate things. I’ll remember in November. Will you?

When you vote Rethuglicon, you vote against your own best interests. And McCain’s character attacks are living proof.

By alan

October 11, 2008 6:08 PM | Link to this

When words like “he is not one of us,” “terrorist,” “kill him,” “he attended a Madrassas,” “he is a Muslim,” “he palls around with terrorists,” “he is not an American,” “he is an Arab,” “that one,” “Messiah,” etc are being used on the trail by the campaign and/or their surrogates to fire up ignorant people’s prejudices, what is one supposed to conclude?

I don’t agree with Lewis but I don’t blame him for his comments either.

alan

By Alabama boy

October 11, 2008 6:09 PM | Link to this

As somewhat of a student of Wallace, I made the comment to some friends and family on Wednesday that this McCain/Palin push felt like an old-school Wallace campaign. Rep. Lewis is correct, Wallace never ignited a bomb or shot a gun, but he lit a fuse. He did it with cold calculation. That is what McCain and Palin are doing. That is the scary part of this whole mess, they want to walk away from it and call it political debate. This deeper than political debate, and far more dangerous. Hopefully, McCain is smart enough to back away from this because Palin sure isn’t.

By Alabama boy

October 11, 2008 6:10 PM | Link to this

As somewhat of a student of Wallace, I made the comment to some friends and family on Wednesday that this McCain/Palin push felt like an old-school Wallace campaign. Rep. Lewis is correct, Wallace never ignited a bomb or shot a gun, but he lit a fuse. He did it with cold calculation. That is what McCain and Palin are doing. That is the scary part of this whole mess, they want to walk away from it and call it political debate. This deeper than political debate, and far more dangerous. Hopefully, McCain is smart enough to back away from this because Palin sure isn’t.

By Reggie

October 11, 2008 6:14 PM | Link to this

Sorry Guys,

It won’t work this time. Ignorance has run it’s course.

By Cindy

October 11, 2008 6:15 PM | Link to this

I’m not sure why Obama should repudiate anything. His name is not even mentioned in Mr. Lewis’ statement. Man up and ask Mr. Lewis to apologize, not Obama!!!

By CEM

October 11, 2008 6:16 PM | Link to this

To bad McCain’s indignation didn’t rise up when his supporters were hollering the “N” word and “kill him,” and “terrorist.” It was reported that when offensive remarks were made, McCain and Palin smiled and paused at lenght to allowed the remarks to reverberated throughtout the crowd. Many Americans found their behavior offensive, so for him to ask for an apology is crazy and unnecessary. He does not speak for the majority of Americans. In fact, if the media had not publicly reprimand his and Palin’s behavior, he would have continue to allow his followers run amuck. McCain is softening his tone as not to commit political suicide. McCain and Palin true colors were shown. Senator Obama needs to remain cool, calm and push forward and not issue any statements.

By Tom

October 11, 2008 6:16 PM | Link to this

I think every one needs to COOL OFF and cease from being so quick in jumping to assumptions regarding RACE BAITING in this election. One would think that in 2008 we all could have gotten past these trivial matters. To be fair, Gov. Palin lit the match when she started comparing Obama to former terrorists. I’m a young african american, I voted for McCain & Palin….we deserve better.

Interestingly enough, McCain has recently hired the same political strategist who composed the swift-boating campaign against Senator Kerry- this strategist was the same man who sent Senator McCain to his doom back during the Bush/McCain Primary.

I believe each campaign must keep their surrogates in “check” whether they be a U.S. Representative, a Sheriff, or a Governor.

National campaigns are too savvy to “look” the other way when race baiting comments are made.

There’s much blame to go around on this issue. Shame on us all for not rising above this petty racial rhetoric.

May the voters be savvy enough to sift through the b****** and focus on the issues critical to our nations Progress.

By russ

October 11, 2008 6:19 PM | Link to this

At least Wallace realized his errors later in life. Would Lewis realize them? I doubt it. The one thing that the Dems have consistantly done (besides distributing empty sound bites)has been “point out” how “different” their candidate is. The biggest difference I see is that their candidate thinks he’s smarter that I am and wants to turn our country towards socialism. I also find it amusing that it turns out to be a “character attack” when reality is pointed out. Obama is no different that any old Chicago Dem that would do anything to get another job. He hasn’t given the last folks who elected him a full term yet…….maybe Ayers can finish it out for him?

By Chaos Dog

October 11, 2008 6:19 PM | Link to this

All those comments against what John Lewis said are mostly likely white and don’t know or don’t want to face the truth about their country… The truth may hurt but it’s still the truth. You people are filled with hate read your history, ask the native people of this land, ask the Japanese during WWII ask any hispanic person, you are what you are.

By Tom

October 11, 2008 6:20 PM | Link to this

I think every one needs to COOL OFF and cease from being so quick in jumping to assumptions regarding RACE BAITING in this election. One would think that in 2008 we all could have gotten past these trivial matters. To be fair, Gov. Palin lit the match when she started comparing Obama to former terrorists. I’m a young african american, I voted for McCain & Palin….we deserve better.

Interestingly enough, McCain has recently hired the same political strategist who composed the swift-boating campaign against Senator Kerry- this strategist was the same man who sent Senator McCain to his doom back during the Bush/McCain Primary.

I believe each campaign must keep their surrogates in “check” whether they be a U.S. Representative, a Sheriff, or a Governor.

National campaigns are too savvy to “look” the other way when race baiting comments are made.

There’s much blame to go around on this issue. Shame on us all for not rising above this petty racial rhetoric.

May the voters be savvy enough to sift through the b****** and focus on the issues critical to our nations Progress.

By Chaos Dog

October 11, 2008 6:21 PM | Link to this

All those comments against what John Lewis said are mostly likely white and don’t know or don’t want to face the truth about their country… The truth may hurt but it’s still the truth. You people are filled with hate read your history, ask the native people of this land, ask the Japanese during WWII ask any hispanic person, you are what you are.

By Chaos Dog

October 11, 2008 6:21 PM | Link to this

All those comments against what John Lewis said are mostly likely white and don’t know or don’t want to face the truth about their country… The truth may hurt but it’s still the truth. You people are filled with hate read your history, ask the native people of this land, ask the Japanese during WWII ask any hispanic person, you are what you are.

By Chaos Dog

October 11, 2008 6:24 PM | Link to this

All those comments against what John Lewis said are mostly likely white and don’t know or don’t want to face the truth about their country… The truth may hurt but it’s still the truth. You people are filled with hate read your history, ask the native people of this land, ask the Japanese during WWII ask any hispanic person, you are what you are. If any are the comments against Mr. Leiws are from Blacks , a House N_ is a House N_

By steve-o

October 11, 2008 6:25 PM | Link to this

McCain and his advisors and many of his followers are purely evil. He is trying to stir up an atmosphere that will cause Obama to get assassinated. It is clear that McCain will lose the election in November but along the way he has lost honor, dignity and any hope of having a respectful place in history. He and Palin are a couple of real low-lifes. They fit right into their party.

By CaucasionReality

October 11, 2008 6:26 PM | Link to this

Why is it so hard for you racist-bigots to accept the TRUTH. John Lewis only expressed what those with eyes have already seen. The handwriting is clearly on the wall. This country has no other alternative but to move into a new direction. OBAMA WILL BE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. Stop making yourselves gravely sick with hatred and bigotry. Accept it!

By Chaos Dog

October 11, 2008 6:26 PM | Link to this

All those comments against what John Lewis said are mostly likely white and don’t know or don’t want to face the truth about their country… The truth may hurt but it’s still the truth. You people are filled with hate read your history, ask the native people of this land, ask the Japanese during WWII ask any hispanic person, you are what you are. If any are the comments against Mr. Leiws are from Blacks , a House N_ is a House N_

By Ted

October 11, 2008 6:28 PM | Link to this

Well, of course he does. I have always known that John Lewis was one of the dimmest bulb in the Congressional chandelier. He barely beats out Maxine Waters for being truly brain dead, and that is quite an accomplishment! The fool can’t put two words together and make any sense, but those who are more foolish than he keep sending him back to “represent” them. As the Marquise De Tocqueville said in the early 1800’s - “In a democracy you get the representation you deserve, not the representation you need”; and John Lewis certainly meets the bill on that point.

By CaucasionReality

October 11, 2008 6:29 PM | Link to this

Why is it so hard for you racist-bigots to accept the TRUTH. John Lewis only expressed what those with eyes have already seen. The handwriting is clearly on the wall. This country has no other alternative but to move into a new direction. OBAMA WILL BE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. Stop making yourselves gravely sick with hatred and bigotry. Accept it!

By The Anti-Lewis

October 11, 2008 6:29 PM | Link to this

When any political race is close (or even if it’s not), John Lewis looks in his armamentarium for which club to use against his opponents. His club of choice is the only one he has—race. In a close local race—“oh lawdy, Bull Connor (a Democrat) is on the loose. Watch out for dem dogs.” In a national race: “Lawdy mercy, look out for da Klan. Somebody helps me.”

Lewis’s actions remind me of a combination of chicken little and the boy crying wolf. It’s tiring, boring, wrong-headed, and insulting.

Mr. Lewis, when you have one finger pointed at someone else, you have four times that number pointing at yourself. You are a racist and bigot. Anything you’ve done in the ‘60s has long been overshadowed by your relentless singular focus on calling everyone a racist and blaming everything on race.

As a reminder, whites:

• Don’t cause 80% of black babies to be born out of wedlock. • Aren’t responsible for a crime rate 6X that of the white population. • Don’t produce educational underachievement at all grade levels. • Aren’t responsible for blacks having the lowest scores on achievement tests of any race. • Don’t prevent blacks from graduating from high school. • Don’t cause blacks to have a high school drop out race that ranks as the highest. • Don’t cause blacks to receive government transfer payments at 4X the rate of the white population. • Do not advance the use of ebonics or hinder adoption of the English language. • Did not produce Jeremiah Wright, craft racist, anti-Christian sermons or deliver them. • Did not hire ACORN to subvert the election process-central to our free society. • Did not call terrorist William Ayres a friend, a confidant, a fellow board member—nor did they endorse his book (as Obama did). • Did not throw their white grandmother under the bus or refer to her a “typical white person.” • Do not count Palestinian terrorists as among their closest political allies. • Do not take illegal campaign contributions—small contributions that don’t have the reporting requirements of larger amounts.

Once again, John Lewis has to find an honorable white person to call a racist in a feeble attempt to distract attention from his personal failings and the failings of the black community.

John McCain paid a physical price more terrible than you ever did. He and his wife adopted a child of color who was deformed, took her into their family as their own and love and care for her today. If you and “your kind” were half as beneficent as McCain, our country would be so much better.

Now go back to your Community Redevelopment Act ways of bankrupting this country so that working people (yes John, that excludes people you know) can once again bail your sorry self out.

Reparations? You already have them my friend.

By CaucasionReality

October 11, 2008 6:30 PM | Link to this

Why is it so hard for you racist-bigots to accept the TRUTH. John Lewis only expressed what those with eyes have already seen. The handwriting is clearly on the wall. This country has no other alternative but to move into a new direction. OBAMA WILL BE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. Stop making yourselves gravely sick with hatred and bigotry. Accept it!

By Mike

October 11, 2008 6:32 PM | Link to this

I would say that Palin referring to Obama as “Sambo” is about as racist as you can get.

By Todd Green

October 11, 2008 6:32 PM | Link to this

This country was builton the backs of blacks, negroes, or what other name whites have used and often think… Before this comments, I ahve said the Republican campaign has been border line racial. The tone of the crowd, that McCain only recently spoke against were like a fuse waiting to be lit. McCain has let Palin run off with sttements so bad that if you look at her feet, the shoes have shalt make from stepping on the line. Racist people hate to be called out. Good call John Lewis.

By readyforNov5

October 11, 2008 6:33 PM | Link to this

Lewis can’t stand that the old civil rights guard has been supplanted by Obama, so he’s got to grab some fast-fading limelight.

By kenney

October 11, 2008 6:33 PM | Link to this

i personally think it’s true u white racist think someone is scared of u. i’m not!!!!! when it go down, lets go. i’m a marine vet serve my country how many of u want to go.

By Tony Smith

October 11, 2008 6:34 PM | Link to this

McCain and Palin are making the same mistake Republicans always make. If we play nice the Democrats will too. The Democrats always use negative campainging. The Democrats always play the race card especially John Lewis who owes his congressional career to playing the race card. The Democrats will do anything to get elected especially now. They know they have nominated an empty suit.

By Savannah

October 11, 2008 6:35 PM | Link to this

Lewis reminds me of an old political cartoon. It showed Hosea Williams running down the street yelling ‘Fire! Fire!’ while dragging the torch that lit the town.

By Tony Smith

October 11, 2008 6:35 PM | Link to this

McCain and Palin are making the same mistake Republicans always make. If we play nice the Democrats will too. The Democrats always use negative campaigning The Democrats always play the race card especially John Lewis who owes his congressional career to playing the race card. The Democrats will do anything to get elected especially now. They know they have nominated an empty suit.

By nm

October 11, 2008 6:36 PM | Link to this

Has McCain said recently in one of his speeches while addressing Obama,”Please.” Senator Obama need not offer an apology to McCain and Palin as Lewis’ statement is correct. First of all, when Ayers was bombing or denouncing America OBAMA WAS A CHILD. Second, if his alledged association with Ayers makes him a terroist then so does all of the students, faculty members, and staff at the University of Illinois. FACT: The University of Illinois, where Ayers is a professor, alumuni consists of 23 NOBEL PRIZE winners and 19 PULITZER PRIZE winners. Many I am sure of have been associates of Ayers. FACT: Ayers was never sentenced. QUESTION: Using the same argument as McCain and Palin, should the government shut down University of Illinois. Should parents refused to allow their children to be taught by Ayers. Most importantly, should all those recipents of the Nobel Prize and Pulizer Prize be investigated? On the other hand, McCain and his associates of the savings scandal were indicted. What’s the problem w/ this picture?

By Nolonger Undecided

October 11, 2008 6:38 PM | Link to this

Thank you Mr. Lewis for getting me of the fence. I was an undecided voter until this day. I will now vote for a man far more qualified in every way, more of an AMERICAN, who has shown more experience and leadership, who has not interjected the race card but shown great respect for his opponent. That man is McCain. Thanks Mr. Lewis for bigots like you who pull a comparison so ridicilous just to make this a divided election fueled on lies and racial hatred by you against anyone white regardless of their records. I hope Others will follow.

By HannitySucks

October 11, 2008 6:38 PM | Link to this

McCain and Palin encouraged this hatred. When they are having rallies and supporters are yelling “kill him” and “terrorit” they didn’t say to their supporters to stop. After the media reported this for a few days, McCain did ask his supporters to be respectful. By this time, it was too late. Palin is still encouraging this type of behavior. Palin is the one that is an extremist. McCain is a good man that has lost his way due to his ambition of being President. The McCain of 2000 would have never allowed his campaign to act in such a divisive manner. I can see McCain being pulled in different directions by his campaign. He was a man of respect. It’s too bad that man doesn’t exist anymore. McCain cannot be trusted to be President because he is a shell of the man he used to be.

Remember, no one knows anything about Palin other than what has been reported. You better read the writing on the wall. Palin is an ambitious extremist. Her obvious lack of knowledge on issues is just the beginning. Take a look at what you know about her and be objective. The closest she should come to the White House is on a tour. I doubt Alaska will want her back after this election is over.

By larry

October 11, 2008 6:39 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is an embarassment to Atlanta.He needs to be deported back to some country in Africa with Cynthia McKinney,Cynthia Tucker.They hate white people,period.Let them go live over there and see what their home land has to offer them.They don’t appreciate anything,are a bunch of ingrates. Let’s get Ward Connerly here to lead the black community,it’s time for us to be proud of our accomplishments (yes,I’m black from California). As a military man myself,I know Senator McCain loves all people,it’s black Atlanta that makes Atlanta and the south look bad and always playing the race card.C’mon people !

By alan

October 11, 2008 6:39 PM | Link to this

Hey “The Anti-Lewis”@ 6:29 PM, Stop the nonesense! Obama is a highly-educated Havard graduate. The same idiots and fear-mongers like you supported and still believe GW Bush has done an “excellent” job. Look where this country is now headed. Can Obama do any worse?

alan

By Todd Green

October 11, 2008 6:39 PM | Link to this

This country was built off the backs of blacks, negroes, or what other name whites have used and often think… Before this comment, I have said the Republican campaign has been border line racial. The tone of the crowd, that McCain only recently spoke against were like a fuse waiting to be lit. McCain has let Palin run off with statements so bad that if you look at her feet, the shoes have chalk marks from stepping on the line. Racist people hate to be called out. Good call John Lewis.

By Savannah

October 11, 2008 6:41 PM | Link to this

Lewis reminds me of an old political cartoon. It showed Hosea Williams running and yelling “Fire! Fire!” while dragging the torch that lit the town.

By steve-o

October 11, 2008 6:41 PM | Link to this

Tony Smith you are totally delusional. Democrats always use negative campaigning? Really? Who got Swiftboated? Remember Willie Horton? Remember Repubs calling Clinton a draft dodger? You have a very selective memory. McCain/Palin have turned to negative ads because NOTHING else has worked and they are about to get their buts whipped. Face it, your party is being fired for its poor performance and they will remain in the the woods for years to come. Good riddance!

By Tin Foil Hat

October 11, 2008 6:41 PM | Link to this

Did you know that the US army has stationed troops in the united states that are training for ‘crowd control’ missions?

Did you know that many blogs are saying Bush threatened Marshal Law if the congress did not pass his bailout package?

Did you know that thousands of mercinaries called “Blackwater” are based in North Carolina? They are despised by our troops, but they are given political immunity by the congress.

Did you know that many Republican congressmen defended them as patriots?

Did you know that our national guard, which might protect us if there was an attempted coup de etat are now in another country so the governor couldn’t call them up to respond to an attempted take over?

Of course this is all crazy talk. We can trust our government.

By larry

October 11, 2008 6:41 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is an embarassment to Atlanta.He needs to be deported back to some country in Africa with Cynthia McKinney,Cynthia Tucker.They hate white people,period.Let them go live over there and see what their home land has to offer them.They don’t appreciate anything,are a bunch of ingrates. Let’s get Ward Connerly here to lead the black community,it’s time for us to be proud of our accomplishments (yes,I’m black from California). As a military man myself,I know Senator McCain loves all people,it’s black Atlanta that makes Atlanta and the south look bad and always playing the race card.C’mon people !

By larry

October 11, 2008 6:42 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is an embarassment to Atlanta.He needs to be deported back to some country in Africa with Cynthia McKinney,Cynthia Tucker.They hate white people,period.Let them go live over there and see what their home land has to offer them.They don’t appreciate anything,are a bunch of ingrates. Let’s get Ward Connerly here to lead the black community,it’s time for us to be proud of our accomplishments (yes,I’m black from California). As a military man myself,I know Senator McCain loves all people,it’s black Atlanta that makes Atlanta and the south look bad and always playing the race card.C’mon people !

By Mike

October 11, 2008 6:46 PM | Link to this

I love how the Democratic party and the media work in concert.

The media sets em up and the politicians knock em down.

Any chance we are ever going to see the media report on liberal hatred. You know, the kind of hatred that appears on this board and every other newspaper blog in the country?

I like Obama, so it doesn’t bother me that he will be President. What bothers me is that the media has demonstrated that it can put anyone into power that it chooses to and that is really scary.

By Doubtful

October 11, 2008 6:46 PM | Link to this

No offense Undecided, but I don’t believe you.

Oh, it is indeed possible that John Lewis comparing John McCain to a hate mongering former white supremicists COULD convince someone to vote for McCain after everything that has happened….

But then again that means that the things McCain has said and done (like Palin) haven’t convinced you.

That means Reverend Wright earlier didn’t convince you or the Obama Youth video, or the Obama Gay Sex video, or the Ayers association, or the Rezco association.

It was this.

Sorry, but even though it could theoretically convince someone out there, your tone doesn’t sound convincing to me.

I don’t think it convinced YOU, I think YOU decided a long time ago and just wanted to make people think that you were deciding because of this.

By GA Voter

October 11, 2008 6:46 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is right. Fear mongering is what is happening. Don’t you get it?? The anger with this election is scary. We don’t need hate to make policy decisions. Or to win an election. Times are hard and will be more difficult. I like the call to action- from Obama- those who can need to be involved with the peace corps- or some other way to involve ourselves with the world issues. Not just sending a child to die in Iraq. god. Wasn’t that the only sacrifice we were asked to make?? Too much. End it. We all need to make big changes in our lives that Washington will not mandate, but we will do it for our own survival. Personally, I am planning to make sure that I can live with a garden and a generator…oh yeah, those are gas fueled… well maybe we can grow more corn…We need leaders who can speak without hysteria. Who can protect our freedoms. And speak to our concept of America - the land of the free. Sara Palin and her take on Roe v Wade scares the crap out me. This is personal and the government should not be involved. Women will die if not allowed by law access to a safe, legal procedure. Does anyone remember how many women died with unsafe procedures?? Coat hanger induced and death by infection? Horrible. Rape happens and many other unfortunate circumtances occur. Will we eventually be stoned? Or raped as worthless? Mostly men mandate this law. Univerally. I wish that they had they could bear children- and had to consider better the legal choice with their body. I know very well how spiritual this is. But- it is a personal choice. The government should not have a right to criminalize and cause death due to lack of legal medical procedures. And the hate mongers need to be voted down…

By Bill B

October 11, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

John Lewis had one too many beatings during the “Civil Rights” movement, I don’t think he has all of his mental faculties. He is a fool to make comparisons between McCain and Wallace. Enough said.

By Savannah

October 11, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Lewis reminds me of an old political cartoon. It showed Hosea Williams running and yelling “Fire! Fire!” while dragging the torch that lit the town.

By SHS

October 11, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

Representative Lewis did NOT play the race card. He correctly pointed out that George Wallace incited hatred that led to vicious attacks and violence. McCain and Palin are also inciting hatred that — now unleashed — almost certainly will lead to bloodshed and violence. At no point in his statement did Representative Lewis ever refer to race.

The reality is that Sir Winston, Michael, Proud American, and Lizzie Tish played the race card when they responded to this article. Race is always top of mind for them. They are so obviously hate-filled bigots who take every opportunity to spew their vitriol.

By CEM

October 11, 2008 6:48 PM | Link to this

By referring to Obama as as Arab, is that not playing the race card? By referring to Obama as a terroist,is that not inciting a crowd? By using the “N” word to reference Obama, is that not causing racial divide? I appauled Obama and Michelle by the restrain and class they have shown during all of the disparing remarks made about them.

By Ted

October 11, 2008 6:50 PM | Link to this

Well, Well… It all boils down to just who is what..doesn’t it? The comment by “Kenney”, though grammatically embarrassing, goes right to the heart of the problem. “i’m a marine vet serve my country how many of u want to go’ couldn’t possibly be construed as a ‘raciest’ comment by any truly “progressive” person could it?

My advise to ‘Kenney’ and his ilk, be very careful what you wish for.

By alan

October 11, 2008 6:50 PM | Link to this

Larry 6:42 PM—After McKinney, Tucker, et al are deported to some African country, YOU SHOULD ALSO BE DEPORTED TO SOME COUNTRY IN EUROPE.FAIR?

alan

By john

October 11, 2008 6:52 PM | Link to this

The recent terroism tone of the McCain campaign pointing and accusing United States Senator Barack Obama of terroism acceptance and association is dangerous in this manner.

What do Americans do to terroist or those they think might be terroist? The answer is that they kill, hurt, or lock them up in jail. By nurturing this terrorism theory to their faithful following, the McCain campaign plants the seed to do what America has been doing since 9/11, hunting down, and killing terrorist.

Many in society imitate and do violent acts of crime based on what they see, read, or hear on television. If one listens to the tone of these emails discussing this topic, we need look no further at the spirit of racial prejudice, and the potential danger that comes with that spirit.

Men have killed for far less than the power and position of United States President. Yes the terroism conversation is a danger for University of Harvard graduate and Senator Barack Obama.

john

By Sam in Atlanta

October 11, 2008 6:52 PM | Link to this

Poor John Lewis, He really has shown his true colors of being a racist of the likes of Lewis Farakan and Jessy Jackson. And this is not the first time he has played the race card at the wrong time. I am embarrased to say that I have voted for this man more than once. I deeply regreat Ever voting for him now! John Lewis, Please retire now before you follow in Cynthia McKennys footsteps and really step In IT! You have earned your retirement at our expense. So take the big $$$ and retire! Don’t tarnish you reputation any more, just retire and give someone else better qualified a chance.

By DL

October 11, 2008 6:52 PM | Link to this

Why doesnt Mr Lewis condemn Obamas Eldridge Cleaver likr dollar bill speeches this past summer?

Or Obsms’d implying Bill Clinton was a racist.

Mr Lewis seeems to have some Willie Horton timing of his own.

Welcome to the other side John

By STOPIT

October 11, 2008 6:53 PM | Link to this

Voting for Barack Obama simply because he is black is just as wrong as voting for John McCain becuase he is white. I educated myself on the issues and that is how I make my decisions. This campaign is exhibiting all the ‘isms’….racism, ageism, and sexism….stop it and look at the issues.

By SHS

October 11, 2008 6:55 PM | Link to this

Representative Lewis did NOT play the race card. He correctly pointed out that George Wallace incited hatred that led to vicious attacks and violence. McCain and Palin are also inciting hatred that — now unleashed — almost certainly will lead to bloodshed and violence. At no point in his statement did Representative Lewis ever refer to race.

By Jerry Johnson

October 11, 2008 6:56 PM | Link to this

It’s okay for that loose red lipped Palin to talk about Obama. But when the TRUTH HURTS it’s found insulting and pale. Give me a break. McCAIN and PALIN started the nasty insults.Let’s stick to issues and STOP dividing this nation on TRASH TALKING.

By Demcrat nomo

October 11, 2008 6:57 PM | Link to this

after these comments….I am disvowing my democratic affiliation. I am in disbelief that such a comparison has been made against a great senator and great american who has NEVER shown any racial hatred like GEORGE WALLACE. I am an african AMERICAN and I am voting for the MORE qualified AMERICAN regardless of race.

By CEM

October 11, 2008 6:58 PM | Link to this

I am a Viet Nam era veteran and will not vote for Hanoi McCain.

By justmyopinion

October 11, 2008 6:59 PM | Link to this

I have always like John Lewis even if I didn’t necessarily agree with his policies. I am really upset that he would say something like this. I guess what a lot of people on here are saying is true, if there’s nothing else to hang your hat on let’s play the race card, it seems to always work. I too was waivering on who to vote for but was leaning towards McCain. I have now decided to vote that way, glad I didn’t vote early.

By McWorter

October 11, 2008 7:01 PM | Link to this

Mr. Lewis must have been attending the services of Jeremiah Wright.

By Losing It

October 11, 2008 7:01 PM | Link to this

Didn’t he compare Walt Disney to David Duke too ? Wow - I think he must be into prescription drugs now or worse yet……………eating at the Varsity - Come on congressman who is the next comparison - Richard Simmons and Bull Connor ? C’mon - everybody twist ………ewhh !!

By CaucasionReality

October 11, 2008 7:01 PM | Link to this

Why is it so hard for you racist-bigots to accept the TRUTH. John Lewis only expressed what those with eyes have already seen. The handwriting is clearly on the wall. This country has no other alternative but to move into a new direction. OBAMA WILL BE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. Stop making yourselves gravely sick with hatred and bigotry. Accept it!

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 11, 2008 7:01 PM | Link to this

Very fine and noble sentiments STOPIT.

Unfortunately, asking people to stop being morons is about as useful to ask ….well, I can think of few things more pointless.

A few great souls in the course of our nation and the world have managed to get people to stop being selfish animals for a short period of time, and while I support Obama, contrary to what others may think, I don’t regard him as a ‘messiah’ or even a Ghandi.

Obama can do good for this country, but he’s not stopping the rabid fools from acting more rabid. Quite the contrary, his mere victory may finally push them over the edge.

If they are talking about a ‘communist take over’ of the United States, then one wonders how long it is before a true domestic terrorist network sets up in this nation under the guise of ‘revolution against the communists’.

Fortunately, it is doubtful that most of these people have the slightest idea of the power of the modern crime lab. Yes, Eric Rudolph Randy can run around in the wilderness for months with out anyone finding him but most of these people won’t last more than 30 minutes before they get picked up and sent to prison.

By Todd Green

October 11, 2008 7:02 PM | Link to this

How many white people really like black peole? My answer is absolutely none. Why should John Lewis really care what he thinks? Do any of you think McCain cares about backs. Heck, he’s 72 yers old and grew up during the 40’s 50’s and 60’s… I am sure blacks, to him, are and were n-word’s”. McCain will use anything to try and swing the election. It will not work.

By MARTHA

October 11, 2008 7:03 PM | Link to this

JOHN LEWIS, SHAME ON YOU. McCAIN IS NOTHING LIKE GEORGE WALLACE. McCAIN TRUSTED YOU AND YOU HAVE BETRAYED HIM. SHAME, SHAME, SHAME.

By Julie L.

October 11, 2008 7:03 PM | Link to this

What a farce! Lewis is doing just what I would expect, which is playing the race card. Obama is off limits when it comes to any legitimate concerns about his character and judgement. Why is that? Obama has allowed his campaign to attack John McCain many times, but he hides behind them and acts as if he wasn’t aware that it was being done. What a joke. The truth is that race has ONLY been made an issue to divert the attention away from Obama’s questionable associations. When the questions get tough, this kind of garbage becomes the leading news versus the REAL concerns about Obama’s judgement. McCain has NOT caused any form of racial unrest, but Obama has. It’s amazing to me that we aren’t allowed to hold Obama to the same high standards and ask the same questions, because he is BLACK and us asking automatically makes us racist! Obama is the greatest kind of manipulator and this campaign has proven it. He has everyone fighting his battles for him while he stays nice and clean for the media. I’m not fooled and I sincerely hope that the majority of this country isn’t either! Lewis making any type of comparison to the Church bombing, and the death of those young girls, is just INSANE! John Lewis making crazy statements like this just prove that the democratic party is desperate to avoid having to actually answer the hard questions about Obama. If you can’t deal with the questions, divert attention and cry racism. Sad…. Oh and don’t believe that Obama is not VERY aware of all of these things. He is orchestrating it beautifully from behind the scenes. I’m not afraid to say what MOST of the conservatives are thinking… Obama is an opportunist and isn’t prepared to lead this country. He shows poor judgement by the associations he has and truthfully, he wouldn’t have made it this far, if he WEREN’T black. I’m not walking on eggshells about it. If he were a white man, he would never have made it this far in this race and everyone knows it! Race IS an issue, but it is the reverse discrimination that has control of this election and how it plays out in the media.

By Doubtful

October 11, 2008 7:04 PM | Link to this

Demcrat nomo strikes me as the same guy who I commented about early. I don’t believe you.

By Julie L.

October 11, 2008 7:04 PM | Link to this

What a farce! Lewis is doing just what I would expect, which is playing the race card. Obama is off limits when it comes to any legitimate concerns about his character and judgement. Why is that? Obama has allowed his campaign to attack John McCain many times, but he hides behind them and acts as if he wasn’t aware that it was being done. What a joke. The truth is that race has ONLY been made an issue to divert the attention away from Obama’s questionable associations. When the questions get tough, this kind of garbage becomes the leading news versus the REAL concerns about Obama’s judgement. McCain has NOT caused any form of racial unrest, but Obama has. It’s amazing to me that we aren’t allowed to hold Obama to the same high standards and ask the same questions, because he is BLACK and us asking automatically makes us racist! Obama is the greatest kind of manipulator and this campaign has proven it. He has everyone fighting his battles for him while he stays nice and clean for the media. I’m not fooled and I sincerely hope that the majority of this country isn’t either! Lewis making any type of comparison to the Church bombing, and the death of those young girls, is just INSANE! John Lewis making crazy statements like this just prove that the democratic party is desperate to avoid having to actually answer the hard questions about Obama. If you can’t deal with the questions, divert attention and cry racism. Sad…. Oh and don’t believe that Obama is not VERY aware of all of these things. He is orchestrating it beautifully from behind the scenes. I’m not afraid to say what MOST of the conservatives are thinking… Obama is an opportunist and isn’t prepared to lead this country. He shows poor judgement by the associations he has and truthfully, he wouldn’t have made it this far, if he WEREN’T black. I’m not walking on eggshells about it. If he were a white man, he would never have made it this far in this race and everyone knows it! Race IS an issue, but it is the reverse discrimination that has control of this election and how it plays out in the media.

By Michael

October 11, 2008 7:05 PM | Link to this

Blacks see Lewis’ statements as fairly dead on. White’s see the McCain/Palin rhetoric as “what’s the big deal?” Maybe the White Bosnians (muslims) and White Serbs (Christians) can kindly tell American white folks what slurs and incitement mean since the Whites evidently will never understand how Blacks perceive things.

Learn from analogy, maybe? Is that too much to ask?

By nm

October 11, 2008 7:05 PM | Link to this

I definitely believe there are many on this blog who are misrepresenting themselves as African-Americans. Poor attempt at reverse psychology does not work. People minds have already been made up as to who they will vote for or have already voted for. This topic is the latest political public debate as to how the candidates are running their campaigns. Therefore, Lewis’ comments will not (unless someone is small minded to allow one issue to sway him/her) reflex a person’s presidential preference.

By Julie L.

October 11, 2008 7:07 PM | Link to this

What a farce! Lewis is doing just what I would expect, which is playing the race card. Obama is off limits when it comes to any legitimate concerns about his character and judgement. Why is that? Obama has allowed his campaign to attack John McCain many times, but he hides behind them and acts as if he wasn’t aware that it was being done. What a joke. The truth is that race has ONLY been made an issue to divert the attention away from Obama’s questionable associations. When the questions get tough, this kind of garbage becomes the leading news versus the REAL concerns about Obama’s judgement. McCain has NOT caused any form of racial unrest, but Obama has. It’s amazing to me that we aren’t allowed to hold Obama to the same high standards and ask the same questions, because he is BLACK and us asking automatically makes us racist! Obama is the greatest kind of manipulator and this campaign has proven it. He has everyone fighting his battles for him while he stays nice and clean for the media. I’m not fooled and I sincerely hope that the majority of this country isn’t either! Lewis making any type of comparison to the Church bombing, and the death of those young girls, is just INSANE! John Lewis making crazy statements like this just prove that the democratic party is desperate to avoid having to actually answer the hard questions about Obama. If you can’t deal with the questions, divert attention and cry racism. Sad…. Oh and don’t believe that Obama is not VERY aware of all of these things. He is orchestrating it beautifully from behind the scenes. I’m not afraid to say what MOST of the conservatives are thinking… Obama is an opportunist and isn’t prepared to lead this country. He shows poor judgement by the associations he has and truthfully, he wouldn’t have made it this far, if he WEREN’T black. I’m not walking on eggshells about it. If he were a white man, he would never have made it this far in this race and everyone knows it! Race IS an issue, but it is the reverse discrimination that has control of this election and how it plays out in the media.

By Losing It

October 11, 2008 7:08 PM | Link to this

Didn’t he compare Walt Disney to David Duke too ? Wow - I think he must be into prescription drugs now or worse yet……………eating at the Varsity - Come on congressman who is the next comparison - Richard Simmons and Bull Connor ? C’mon - everybody twist ………ewhh !!

By Lauren

October 11, 2008 7:08 PM | Link to this

Poor John McCain. He will never be president and I think he knows it. Now if only his followers could come to grips with it. I will make several predictions for you: Obama will win in a landslide (more than 150 electoral votes), Obama will carry Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia, and last but not least, Saxby Chambliss will also be fired on November 4th. You GA Republicans can gripe and complain all you want but the Amercian people are about to show you what they think of your party and you are not going to like it. And another thing, this economy is the Bush recession and it will always be known as the Bush recession (or depression if gets that bad). Bush will go down as the worst US President in history and you folks have supported him two times and said we should vote for him. Now you are saying we should vote for McCain. I think we can see that you have very, very poor judgment so why should anyone listen to you. Hold out your hands so we can hand you your a*******es!

By Whatthe...

October 11, 2008 7:09 PM | Link to this

I agree that there are some who are attempting to sway people with the idea that Lewis’ statements is causing them to move toward the Republician Party. First of all, did Senator Obama speak or did Lewis make a statement? Did the article implied that he was speaking on behalf of Senator Obama? Take a class in critical thinking, please?

By Jessica

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

John Lewis is 100% right. Palin and McCain did not confront their supporters UNTIL they were forced to (i.e., the media began to report the vicious, vile words). So, you can disagree all you want, CONGRESSMAN LEWIS IS RIGHT!!! John McCain is a mean, erratic, tempermental OLD MAN who will do ANYTHING to get in the White House. Palin is a puppet!

By Sam in Atlanta

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

Well, if you have a Big Mouth, Why not put Both of Your Big Feet In IT! Just like Cynthia,whats her name? Or the Horror Jesse Jackson OR the King of Racists, Lewis Farakan. It is amazing to watch self destruction in Action. Please retire..tomorrow!

By al

October 11, 2008 7:17 PM | Link to this

Obama is going to win the election and America will never be the same. We will truly become a nation of extreme liberal policies that will be the demise of capitalism, religious freedom and the official beginning of immorality reigning, thugs running the country. The stock market is not crashing because of the credit crunch. It is crashing because money is fleeing the markets for fear of Obama. I recommend Ireland, Australia, Brazil, Japan, Korea, Singapore, India and places where real estate and hard commodities will have real value. The end is at hand.

By Get over it John

October 11, 2008 7:19 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is taking a play out of the Democratic playbook. Anytime someone of color is questioned or challenged with an issue they find uncomfortable they automatically play the Race Card. John Lewis is a master at that game, and plays so well he could be a Vegas card dealer. He’s done one thing admirable in his life, and that was take a beating 45 years ago for something he believed. That is his only real accomplishment in life and the only thing he has going for him. He may be a congressman but he aint the brightest bulb in the pack. If it wasn’t for his actions during the civil rights movement in the 60’s the man would be nothing more than an uninformed bigot. He’s ignorant, not real intelligent, and thinks it 1965 rather than 2008. He has no real interest in seeing black people excel because he is dependent on them to keep him in office.

By macyard

October 11, 2008 7:20 PM | Link to this

Wisdom is not attained by the granting of degrees. Obama’s education is not better than Bush’s. But I would be willing to guess that none of the Bush naysayers would argue that point if it meant that Bush were as intelligent as Bush. Until people start basing opinion on a factual basis, all discourse will be just opinion versus opinion. For what ever reason, Obama can give the same “let me explain what is happening” speech about the economy that just about all politicians are giving without having to suggest some specific cures for it. The bad part is that when his followers realize this, it will be too late.

By You oughta be ashamed

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

it’s one thing to disagree with people’s political views. It’s another to attack their character. Calling them names is just petty and childish (are you folks really old enough to vote?) I’m really ashamed that the honorable Mr Lewis - who has a long history of honorable service has chosen to stoop to using the race card. I guess I should be surprised - but I’m not. Disappointed? Yes Surprised? No.

By Dusty

October 11, 2008 7:22 PM | Link to this

John McCain is shocked. Why not? Lewis had written his admiration of McCain in the book he wrote. I guess when Lewis switched form Hillary to Obama he also switched his thoughts on McCain.

Would some of you please tell me how a speaker on stage can stop a heckler in the back of the auditorium? Should the speaker run off the stage and do what?? Call more attention to the heckler which is what they want??

Security was there for protection but they do not stop free speech unless it threatens someone in the vicinity. SO WHAT DO YOU WANT THE SPEAKER TO DO??

Another question. How do you know whether these hecklers support McCain or someone deliberately trying to cause trouble at a McCain rally? YOU DO NOT KNOW. It was so obvious that it seems like someone trying hard to cause a big commotion, ‘specially since libs jumped right on it and started making accusations.

John Lewis is doing his part. Ethics out the window. Run with the crowd, John Lewis. Your days of dignity are gone.

By LaSalle Smith

October 11, 2008 7:24 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is a flip-flopping retread of a politician that should be ignored at all costs. He did not even support Obama’s candidacy at the outset, and his archaic rhetoric is simply a tried-and-true method to show that he is going to support his party with no regard to fact or intelligent comment. This type of brown-nosed drivel is exactly the reason that the approval level toward Congress is even lower than President Bush’s.

There are legitimate issues of substance to address in this campaign, and neither Democrats nor Republicans seem capable or inclined to have a reasonable dialogue. This is exactly why I will not be voting for the candidate of either of the major parties, and I suspect that many others are now making the same consideration.

By peggysue

October 11, 2008 7:25 PM | Link to this

You know, the first comment was that Lewis played the race card, when the truth is that McCain has been playing the race card. I am white and am just appalled at the crudeness of the Republican candidate’s smear tactics. I am worried that we might see violence as a result of this stirring of a stink pot by McCain, Palin and the talk show folks like Hannity and Limbaugh. I am embarrassed to be living in the south where so many while folks are all scared of Obama and calling him a terrorist and a Muslim. I am a born-and-bred southern. I am ashamed. I hoped we were beyond this. I can tell you that for the first time in my life, i am considering moving away from this region.

By MARCUS

October 11, 2008 7:25 PM | Link to this

As an African American at least McCain did’nt say he was going to cut someones balls off like the Rev. Jessie Jackson. I do appreciate McCain correcting people at his rally’s. And I do respect John McCain. If Sen. Obama was a Terrorist you would aready be dead OK?? Do you think he would wait for your vote?? Hect Bush has already had most of the Military killed in this War already over Oil. And please tell me what constitues a win??? More dead bodies??? Obama is not a man of evil. Stop saying kill him, or off with his head whomever you are.
I have not heard him say that he was going to kill anyone. I did hear Bin Laden say he was going to kill, “and did!.” Why, Why, Why are we not after the real killers. I believe if Sen. Obamas in office, our terror threats would be over, because if some Americans are unsure and afraid, then that has got to be scarring the “crap” out of the real threats to our Nation and others.

By dawgsarejokes

October 11, 2008 7:26 PM | Link to this

OK let’s see Obama is flat out a Muslim appeaser, we are fighting terrorist Muslims and it’s wrong for white people to say get the Muslim terrorist out of office???????

HE IS ALSO A SOCIALIST, ALL DEMOCRATS ARE SOCIALISTS. THEY WANT THE GOVERNMENT TO HAND THEM EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!

OK I’ll say it vote to keep this BLACK IDIOT MUSLIM LOVING TERRORIST APPEASER OUT OF OFFICE.

I LIKE AMERICA AND DON’T WANT TO BECOME A MUSLIM NATION.

CAN IT BE ANY PLAINER THAN THAT????????????????????

By dawgsarejokes

October 11, 2008 7:27 PM | Link to this

OK let’s see Obama is flat out a Muslim appeaser, we are fighting terrorist Muslims and it’s wrong for white people to say get the Muslim terrorist out of office???????

HE IS ALSO A SOCIALIST, ALL DEMOCRATS ARE SOCIALISTS. THEY WANT THE GOVERNMENT TO HAND THEM EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!

OK I’ll say it vote to keep this BLACK IDIOT MUSLIM LOVING TERRORIST APPEASER OUT OF OFFICE.

I LIKE AMERICA AND DON’T WANT TO BECOME A MUSLIM NATION.

CAN IT BE ANY PLAINER THAN THAT????????????????????

By Ken Strickland

October 11, 2008 7:28 PM | Link to this

WOW, some of you are so stupid and delusional. You claim JLewis is playing the race card, but your own republican minded ignorance prevents you from seeing the race card is being played by McCain & Palin. You are so quick to assume Obama guilty by association(Ayers) of whetever your racist minds can conceive.

Yet, you republican fools had no problem supporting Bush even though he and his family were very close associates, and did business with, the mastermind of 9/11, Osama Bin Laden. Bush even provided a plane and safe haven for Bin Laden’s family after 9/11. You fools are too stupid and republican minded to realize it’s no accident that Bush has made finding Bin Laden a low priority. He chose to invade Iraq looking for nonexistant weapons of mass destruction. Then he pretended to bring them the democracy he and the republican party destroyed in this country by rigging the last 2 presidential elections. Do you republican minded idiots remember that?

Since you republicans have given the entire Bush family a pass for associating with America’s ultimate terrorist, Ben Laden, that leaves no doubt about RACISM being your reason for making Obama’s casual association with Ayers such a big issue.

If you republicans insist on uaing guilt by association, why not take a closer look at Sarah Palin. How patriotic can she or her husband be if both can be influenced to join/associate with a radical 3rd political party called the AIP(Alaskan Independence Party) that advocates seceding from the United States and making Alaska a separate country/state that’s not bound by the US constitution? Todd was a card carrying, dues paying member and Sarah attended their events and was a keynote speaker on several occasions.

She even filed a lawsuit against the Bush administration, and the federal government on their behalf for declaring the Baluga whale and Polar Bear on the endangered species list, which the AIP opposed.

By whatacrock

October 11, 2008 7:28 PM | Link to this

All of your repubi’s are just a like. You blow a smokescreen to cover your rears and at the least little controversy, you go crying all over the place. Congressman Lewis did not call McCain George Wallace. He simply said that McCain and McPalin were creating an atmosphere that if not careful could consume us all. He is speaking the truth. And frankly, it could.

Anything that is in the least way critical of the republican party is acted as if it is a criticism against God. Grow up crybabies. You are losing the election because of an angry old man and his little sidekick Govenor witch. Whatacrock!!!

By LaSalle Smith

October 11, 2008 7:28 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is a flip-flopping retread of a politician that should be ignored at all costs. He did not even support Obama’s candidacy at the outset, and his archaic rhetoric is simply a tried-and-true method to show that he is going to support his party with no regard to fact or intelligent comment. This type of brown-nosed drivel is exactly the reason that the approval level toward Congress is even lower than President Bush’s.

There are legitimate issues of substance to address in this campaign, and neither Democrats nor Republicans seem capable or inclined to have a reasonable dialogue. This is exactly why I will not be voting for the candidate of either of the major parties, and I suspect that many others are now making the same consideration.

By CEM

October 11, 2008 7:29 PM | Link to this

To Al: There are two things which cannot be attacked in front: ignorance and narrow-mindedness. They can only be shaken by the simple development of the contrary qualities. They will bear no discussion.

By dawgsarejokes

October 11, 2008 7:30 PM | Link to this

IF LEWIS HAD ANY NUTS BETWEEN HIS LEGS HE WOULD CALL OBAMA WHAT HE IS ………A STINKING RAG HEAD BLANKET WEARING W******* MUSLIM TERRORIST APPEASER.

IF JOHN LEWIS LIKES THESE STINKING MUSLIMS SO MUCH GO TO SOMALIA OR IRAN OR AFGHANISTAN OR PAKISTAN AND GET THE HECK OUT OF AMERICA!!!!!!!!!1

By Fred

October 11, 2008 7:30 PM | Link to this

DITTO, Git over it John

Could not have said it better myself.

By Jessica

October 11, 2008 7:32 PM | Link to this

It is not Obama nor Senator Lewis who is playing the race card, it is McCain and Palin. Yes, the race card can also be played by the opponent. Silence can also mean agreement. If the senator and governor are both silent during these outbursts at their campaign rallies, then I am forced to play my hand and say that they either agree with what is being said, or they want the ocmments to fester as it has done. The anger is not just at the rallies, there was a guy at my job just last week that blurted out that Obama is an Arab and Muslim - so you tell me who is playing the race card?

By It's the Media, stupid.

October 11, 2008 7:33 PM | Link to this

The very real anger that is spreading through the country is not due to anything McCain/Palin is saying. The anger is due to the sense of fairness that most Americans have. And what we are seeing is not fairness, rather home team propaganda by the media, for Obama. The anger and sense of frustration is that this man has not been vetted, is not being asked the questions that he should be asked by the media, and is actually being promoted by the media. Just look at the headlines on the news. All anti-McCain. All “tingles down my leg” for Obama. Questions the media should be asking: His ties to Acorn and illegal voter registration. His ties to terrorists. His ties to racist preachers. His ties to convicted felons. The very real question of whether he is actually an American born citizen. His Chicago style thug politics. His liberal, let’s call it for what it is…Socialist, voting record. His lack of experience to be the President in the most dangerous time in this country’s history since the 1930’s and 1940’s. It’s what you feel when you’re sitting at a football game and the refs are obviously in the tank for the other team. So, yes, we’re angry, we’re really angry. And we’re afraid, probably more than we’re angry. We see the danger this man can do to this country, and it is terrifying. If he becomes President, God help us.

By peggysue

October 11, 2008 7:33 PM | Link to this

I apologize if this post appears twice, but my computer was freezing so I shut it down and stared again. I copied my first post before I shut down, so if this appears twice, it is verbatim.

You know, the first comment was that Lewis played the race card, when the truth is that McCain has been playing the race card. I am white and am just appalled at the crudeness of the Republican candidate’s smear tactics. I am worried that we might see violence as a result of this stirring of a stink pot by McCain, Palin and the talk show folks like Hannity and Limbaugh. I am embarrassed to be living in the south where so many while folks are all scared of Obama and calling him a terrorist and a Muslim. I am a born-and-bred southern. I am ashamed. I hoped we were beyond this. I can tell you that for the first time in my life, i am considering moving away from this region.

The posts here suggest that most of the posters are really right wing. Me, I’m an independent and certainly not right wing.

By Tony Smith

October 11, 2008 7:34 PM | Link to this

Steve O, I don’t blame you. If I didn’t know history any better than you, I would not print my name either. One of the earliest negative ads was run by the LBJ campaign in 1964 where they led voters to believe that Goldwater would start a nuclear war. The ad was the brainchild of Bill Moyers. I will agree with on one thing. The Republicans got away from what got them elected in the first place. The problem is that the Democrats offer no better answer.

By Rarl Kove

October 11, 2008 7:34 PM | Link to this

Top secret OBAMA tapes not for under 18.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK5TprmkgRw&feature=related

By Thomas

October 11, 2008 7:35 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is an IDIOT. Vote him out with all the other idiots in Washington.

By Jessica

October 11, 2008 7:35 PM | Link to this

It is not Obama nor Senator Lewis who is playing the race card, it is McCain and Palin. Yes, the race card can also be played by the opponent. Silence can also mean agreement. If the senator and governor are both silent during these outbursts at their campaign rallies, then I am forced to play my hand and say that they either agree with what is being said, or they want the comments to fester as it has done. The anger is not just at the rallies, there was a guy at my job just last week that blurted out that Obama is an Arab and Muslim - so you tell me who is playing the race card?

By Wackolibhack

October 11, 2008 7:35 PM | Link to this

It is Bush’s fault that the Obama camp is playing the race card. I hate Bush!!!

By jethroD

October 11, 2008 7:36 PM | Link to this

The klan was started by and still has the most members in the Democratic party. Remember Senator Byrd was in the klan and so was Harry Truman for a brief period of time.

By Just Nasty & Mean

October 11, 2008 7:36 PM | Link to this

Next, John Lewis will issue a press release that any criticisms of Obama will result in fire hoses, attack dogs, and church bombings.

John Lewis has much to be admired for. But this proves he wants RACE, and all the political correctness that goes with it, to be a part of choosing a president.

He has abandoned that which Martin Luther King fought and died for—to judge a person by his character and not the color of his skin.

This is a shameful, sickening and disheartening display from a national hero.

Lewis just lost an admirer.

By dawgsarejokes

October 11, 2008 7:39 PM | Link to this

JOHN LEWIS IS A BIGOT HIMSELF…..ASK HIM WHY HE IS SUPPORTING NOBAMA…..FOR ONE REASON ALONE …BECAUSE HE IS BLACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH WHAT HE SAYS………THEY HAD HILLARY CLINTON IN PLACE AND BEEN SUCKING AT HER T** FOR YEARS AND YET WHEN THE MUSLIM EXTREMIST SUPPORTER SHOWS UP WITH BLACK SKIN GOOD OLE JOHN JUMPS SHIP FASTER THAN DEMOCRATS RUNNING FOR WATERMELON.

By Lyn

October 11, 2008 7:40 PM | Link to this

ah-h-h natives getting restless… McCain will win…he is more qualified…black’s rant & rave from their demented “entitlement” view…Lewis is just their mirror…blacks are too stupid to even begin to understand issues, they will vote for Obama because he is “black like I is”…thank goodness they actually are in a minority, white voters in US will flood to the polls to put McCain/Palin in office. Obama’s wife looks like someone beat her with an ugly stick, underbite & all.

By tye

October 11, 2008 7:40 PM | Link to this

You are so right V Hood. There is something wrong with McCain/Palin. They have started something that may get out of hand. Can’t they see that what they are doing is hurting all of us, including themselves. Now McCain is trying to act like a nice person, it’s too late, I along with the other sensible people know how he really is, we’ve seen it up close. Calling Obama “That One” and didn’t even look at him in the first debate and I don’t think he did in the second one either. McCain is just a rude, disrespectful, angry, unstable old man. McCain has one foot in his mouth and one foot in the grave. I believe he’s senile. McCain and Palin have stooped so low. I have to applaud Obama for taking the high road and not stooping to McCain and Palin’s level. They are the lowest of the low. Neither one of them deserve to be President and Vice President. McCain needs to be on a lake fishing somewhere and Sarah Palin needs to go home and study because she doesn’t know anything she’s a complete dummy.

By dawgsarejokes

October 11, 2008 7:41 PM | Link to this

JOHN LEWIS IS A BIGOT HIMSELF…..ASK HIM WHY HE IS SUPPORTING NOBAMA…..FOR ONE REASON ALONE …BECAUSE HE IS BLACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH WHAT HE SAYS………THEY HAD HILLARY CLINTON IN PLACE AND BEEN SUCKING AT HER T** FOR YEARS AND YET WHEN THE MUSLIM EXTREMIST SUPPORTER SHOWS UP WITH BLACK SKIN GOOD OLE JOHN JUMPS SHIP FASTER THAN DEMOCRATS RUNNING FOR WATERMELON.

By Huskies

October 11, 2008 7:41 PM | Link to this

Dear John Lewis…nice attempt to manipulate people using the race card….that’s all this is.

The sad news is Obama did hang out in Ayers living room and did sit in Wrights’s church for 20 YEARS…that’s 20 YEARS….and did conribute 800k to ACORN.

I’m no Harvard garduate nor am I running for POTUS…but I (and my family) would have walked out on Jeremiah Wrights hatred within 10 minutes.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:42 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By dawgsarejokes

October 11, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

JOHN LEWIS IS A BIGOT HIMSELF…..ASK HIM WHY HE IS SUPPORTING NOBAMA…..FOR ONE REASON ALONE …BECAUSE HE IS BLACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH WHAT HE SAYS………THEY HAD HILLARY CLINTON IN PLACE AND BEEN SUCKING AT HER T** FOR YEARS AND YET WHEN THE MUSLIM EXTREMIST SUPPORTER SHOWS UP WITH BLACK SKIN GOOD OLE JOHN JUMPS SHIP FASTER THAN DEMOCRATS RUNNING FOR WATERMELON.

By Whatthe...

October 11, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

I do hope that no one is responding to dawgsarejokes. Plainly, Nothing is more terrible than ignorance in action. Thanks goodness people seem to be overlooking his 3rd grade drop out logics. Obviously, as an underachiever, he speaks from fear. Once you realizes what a person problem is, one does not feel offended but pity.

By Susie Boyko

October 11, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

How is bringing up Obama’s association with Bill Ayers racist? Ayers, as far as I can tell, is a white man. But, have as it as you will, you want Obama and shortly you will have him. Why did the market sell off in a panic the last two weeks when it became apparent Obama will win the election? The market looks ahead, and it does not like what it sees. Obama is the anointed one, let’s see what he can do with this economic disaster, with his promises of free everything for everyone, oh except for the everyones who actually pay the bills. Uur enemies bomb New York again - let’s sit down and talk. We have a global economic meltdown from sub-prime mortgages - let’s expand the Community Reinvestment Act. If it makes sense, the Democrats oppose it. Now John Lewis chimes in that questioning Obama’s judgement, associations, and policies is racist.
Batten down the hatches; rough seas ahead.

By white man

October 11, 2008 7:44 PM | Link to this

Black may be beautiful and Tan man be grand. BUT WHITE is the color of the BIG BOSS MAN

By jen

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

How sad. Mr. Lewis is sounding like Andrew Young; please retire and let someone who can think clearly be my congressperson. Geez it is nauseating.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By judy sanders

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

NOW THAT WE’RE FINISHED BASHING EACH OTHER PLEASE LET’S SOLVE THE REAL ISSUE: THE ECONOMY.

By It's the Media, stupid.

October 11, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this

The very real anger that is spreading through the country is not due to anything McCain/Palin is saying. The anger is due to the sense of fairness that most Americans have. And what we are seeing is not fairness, rather home team propaganda by the media, for Obama. The anger and sense of frustration is that this man has not been vetted, is not being asked the questions that he should be asked by the media, and is actually being promoted by the media. Just look at the headlines on the news. All anti-McCain. All “tingles down my leg” for Obama. Questions the media should be asking: His ties to Acorn and illegal voter registration. His ties to terrorists. His ties to racist preachers. His ties to convicted felons. The very real question of whether he is actually an American born citizen. His Chicago style thug politics. His liberal, let’s call it for what it is…Socialist, voting record. His lack of experience to be the President in the most dangerous time in this country’s history since the 1930’s and 1940’s. It’s what you feel when you’re sitting at a football game and the refs are obviously in the tank for the other team. So, yes, we’re angry, we’re really angry. And we’re afraid, probably more than we’re angry. We see the danger this man can do to this country, and it is terrifying. If he becomes President, God help us.

By JOHN MCKLAN

October 11, 2008 7:46 PM | Link to this

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MY NAME IS JOHN MCKLAN I DIDN’T WANT A MLK HOLIDAY MY FRIENDS AND MY FAMILY HAS TIES TO THE KLAN MY FRIENDS AND I MARRY A YOUNG WOMAN THAT FAMILY HAS MOB TIES, MY FRIENDS I CHEATED ON MY SICK WITH AFTER SHE WAITED 4 YEARS FOR ME MY FRIENDS, AND WHEN I GOT OUT I WAS A FULL TIME OLD BROKEN DOWN W******* MONGER MY FRIENDS!!

MY NAME IS JOHN MCKLAN AND I APPROVE THIS MESSAGE. THANK YOU MY FRIENDS LOL LOL

By JOHN MCKLAN

October 11, 2008 7:46 PM | Link to this

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MY NAME IS JOHN MCKLAN I DIDN’T WANT A MLK HOLIDAY MY FRIENDS AND MY FAMILY HAS TIES TO THE KLAN MY FRIENDS AND I MARRY A YOUNG WOMAN THAT FAMILY HAS MOB TIES, MY FRIENDS I CHEATED ON MY SICK WITH AFTER SHE WAITED 4 YEARS FOR ME MY FRIENDS, AND WHEN I GOT OUT I WAS A FULL TIME OLD BROKEN DOWN W******* MONGER MY FRIENDS!!

MY NAME IS JOHN MCKLAN AND I APPROVE THIS MESSAGE. THANK YOU MY FRIENDS LOL LOL

By nm

October 11, 2008 7:47 PM | Link to this

October 11, 2008 6:36 PM | Link to this

Has McCain said recently in one of his speeches while addressing Obama,”Please.” Senator Obama need not offer an apology to McCain and Palin as Lewis’ statement is correct. First of all, when Ayers was bombing or denouncing America OBAMA WAS A CHILD. Second, if his alledged association with Ayers makes him a terroist then so does all of the students, faculty members, and staff at the University of Illinois. FACT: The University of Illinois, where Ayers is a professor, alumuni consists of 23 NOBEL PRIZE winners and 19 PULITZER PRIZE winners. Many I am sure of have been associates of Ayers. FACT: Ayers was never sentenced. QUESTION: Using the same argument as McCain and Palin, should the government shut down University of Illinois. Should parents refused to allow their children to be taught by Ayers. Most importantly, should all those recipents of the Nobel Prize and Pulizer Prize be investigated? On the other hand, McCain and his associates of the savings scandal were indicted. What’s the problem w/ this picture?

By JOHN MCKLAN

October 11, 2008 7:47 PM | Link to this

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MY NAME IS JOHN MCKLAN I DIDN’T WANT A MLK HOLIDAY MY FRIENDS AND MY FAMILY HAS TIES TO THE KLAN MY FRIENDS AND I MARRY A YOUNG WOMAN THAT FAMILY HAS MOB TIES, MY FRIENDS I CHEATED ON MY SICK WITH AFTER SHE WAITED 4 YEARS FOR ME MY FRIENDS, AND WHEN I GOT OUT I WAS A FULL TIME OLD BROKEN DOWN W******* MONGER MY FRIENDS!!

MY NAME IS JOHN MCKLAN AND I APPROVE THIS MESSAGE. THANK YOU MY FRIENDS LOL LOL

By JOHN MCKLAN

October 11, 2008 7:47 PM | Link to this

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MY NAME IS JOHN MCKLAN I DIDN’T WANT A MLK HOLIDAY MY FRIENDS AND MY FAMILY HAS TIES TO THE KLAN MY FRIENDS AND I MARRY A YOUNG WOMAN THAT FAMILY HAS MOB TIES, MY FRIENDS I CHEATED ON MY SICK WITH AFTER SHE WAITED 4 YEARS FOR ME MY FRIENDS, AND WHEN I GOT OUT I WAS A FULL TIME OLD BROKEN DOWN W******* MONGER MY FRIENDS!!

MY NAME IS JOHN MCKLAN AND I APPROVE THIS MESSAGE. THANK YOU MY FRIENDS LOL LOL

By jethroD

October 11, 2008 7:47 PM | Link to this

Jailed political fundraiser Antoin “Tony” Rezko, the Chicago real estate developer who helped launch Barack Obama on his political career, is whispering secrets to federal prosecutors about corruption in Illinois and the political fallout could be explosive.

Democratic Gov. Rod Blagojevich, whose administration faces multiple federal investigations over how it handed out jobs and money with advice from Rezko, is considered the most vulnerable.

Rezko also was friendly with Obama — offering him a job when he finished law school, funding his earliest political campaigns and purchasing a lot next to his house. But based on the known facts, charges so far and testimony at Rezko’s trial, there’s no indication there’ll be an October surprise that could hurt the Democratic presidential nominee — even though Rezko says prosecutors are pressing him for dirt about Obama.

Once the beans are spilled, its over for this creep Obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Derek

October 11, 2008 7:47 PM | Link to this

IDIOTS!

Live and let live.

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 11, 2008 7:47 PM | Link to this

Yeah, right. This is the same liberal media that handed the election to Bush on a silver platter in 2000. The guy had done nothing worth anything his whole life and was a terrible governor, but they handled him with kid gloves so we got a moron for 8 years.

Gore was boring and ineffective as a candidate, but the media didn’t help. The reason they’re ‘in the tank’ for Obama isn’t because they’re liberal its because Palin snubbed them for six weeks and because McCain is attacking them.

Conservatives only attack the media when it is saying things they don’t want to hear.

By Why?

October 11, 2008 7:48 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is 100% correct!

McCain/Palin are likely members of the KKK. They know exactly what they are trying to do. It was only 40 years ago that America was segregated, living with domestic terrorist (KKK and other similar groups), and completely divided. Obama has absolutely “zero” to apologize for. To bad, the truth really hurts, right?

As a Republican who is voting as a Dem, I am completely embarrassed and disgusted by the Republican party. Remember lynch mobs? Yeah, that is what those rallies are becoming. And they could never admit that they are scared of seeing an intelligent, educated; smart black man become president. Their “hood-loving” parents and relatives would roll over in their graves.

Oh well, the “new Republic” your ignorance and backwardness will pay the price.

By bclark

October 11, 2008 7:48 PM | Link to this

McCain stoking hate?? You’ve got to be freakin’ kidding me. All of Obama’s speeches are race baiting, class warfare, divisive speech. Yeah, we’ll wake up to Obama being POTUS, but those that have so blindly supported him will be the shocked ones to find what he really is.

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By Bonedaddy

October 11, 2008 7:49 PM | Link to this

I just flushed something that resembled John Lewis. I think it must have been the beans.

By towner

October 11, 2008 7:49 PM | Link to this

bottom line is that he’s right about the hatred and nonsense spewing from the mccain campaign but wrong to compare it to wallace. went a little over the line there. he is a little old and senile though. maybe there should be an age limit on congressmen…whoops that would prob leave mccain out too.

By kris

October 11, 2008 7:51 PM | Link to this

I’m a little confused here. How can Sen. Lewis honestly call McCain and Palin racist after Obama attened Rev. Wright’s hate spewing church for 20 YEARS? Then, when the McCain campaign calls Obama on his associations with such people all of a sudden they’re racist. Is Sen. Lewis saying it’s ok for black people to be racist and attend a church, and I use that word very loosely, that not only spewed hate against whites but also against our great nation? Who’s the racist here? The McCain has every right and, quite frankly, it is their duty to bring up Obama’s association with such people as it speaks great volumes about Obama’s integrity, honesty, judgement and his character in general.

By Dee

October 11, 2008 7:51 PM | Link to this

Are you all Republicans blind? The Media’s fault … McCain/Palin not at fault … it’s Obama’s fault … What rock are you living under??? Palin has been video taped on numerous occasions slandering Obama’s name! There’s no policies being mentioned in any of their ads or rallies - just negative nasty remarks. Face it folks - it’s a scare tactic. Obama is soooo far ahead in the polls. All of McCain’s ‘wow’ attempts between the slander and the novice trophy VP he selected isn’t working! In fact, it backfired on him. Too bad he didn’t feel he could run on merit.

By steve-o

October 11, 2008 7:52 PM | Link to this

If you doubt that Republicans are racists just read the comments on this blog! I have news for you Lyn, you are a total bigot and a very hate-filled person. Do you honestly think all white people support McCain? And do you honestly think McCain will win in November? If you answered yes to either of those questions then you are an idiot!!!

By WLE

October 11, 2008 7:54 PM | Link to this

Let’s all get real. Sen. Obama has taken the high road during this entire process. He was the one that said the family was off-limits when is was revealed the Gov. Palin’s daughter was an unwed mother and the daughter’s boyfriend said on his “web site” that he did not want to get married. He did not bring up the fact that Gov. Palin was under investigation and was found guilty of abuse of power. Yet - Gov. Palin has tried to question Sen. Obama’s loyalty to this country and try to paint him as a terrorist monger. The McCain rallies have become like “hate rallies” - there is a fevor to go after Sen Obama “by any means necessary” - quoting Malcomb X. Who cries out “Obama is an Arab” - so untrue. Who cries out “Kill Him”. Who got caught with a gun and bullets in Denver? When Sen McCain finally asked for the crowd to controll their rhetoric, what happened - He was booed by his own people. Can you imagine, a call for civility was “booed”. Now you tell me - who is insighting hate and race. Sen Obama is sticking to the issues and a plan. What is Sen McCain’s and Gov. Palin’s rallying points - FEAR??? You tell me!!

By LewisMan

October 11, 2008 7:56 PM | Link to this

The irony of the comments attacking Lewis and defending McCain is almost laughable. Congressman Lewis states that McCain and Palin are creating an atmosphere where anger and hatred consume people and reason. He relates it to his historical experience with George Wallace. So what happens? Angry and hateful comments that largely avoid reason. As has been noted by many other commenters, there is a basis for Lewis’s comments — the behavior at the McCain-Palin rallies has become so extreme that McCain has felt the need to try to contain it — before resuming his effort to scare people away from Senator Obama.

Perhaps the comparison to Wallace shocks some, but Wallace begot the Republican Southern Strategy that begot Lee Atwater that begot Karl Rove that begot the current McCain campaign team and the strategy to scare people away from Obama. And while the McCain team hides behind the veneer of some rather slim facts, they are engaging in the same politics of anger and division that Wallace preached. Ultimately, Lewis knows of what he speaks. This is not the politics of hatred and division experienced in the 1960’s. It has evolved. McCain-Palin are practicing the politics of hatred and division of the 21st century. And when Lewis points this out, McCain’s supporters hatefully attack him and his ilk.

Surprise, surprise, surprise.

By JOHN MCKLAN

October 11, 2008 7:56 PM | Link to this

this text will be bolded

MY NAME IS JOHN MCKLAN I AM A OLD BROKEN DOWN W******* MONGER THAT CHEATED ON MY SICK WITH THAT WAITED FOR ME FOR 4 YEARS WHEN I GOT CAUGHT BECAUSE I AM DUMB AND DIDN’T FOLLOW ORDERS MY FRIENDS.

I DIDN’T WANT AND VOTED NOT TO HAVE A MLK DAY A REAL HERO MY FRIENDS

I MARRIED A YOUNG RICH GIRL THAT FAMILY HAD MOB TIES THAT SOLD BEER TO THE MOB W******* HOUSES MY FRIENDS

I AM A SICK OLD ANGRY WHITE MALE MY FRIENDS

I AM A SORRY SICK ANGRY WHITE MALE THAT NEED SOME VIGRA MY FRIENDS LOL

I CAN’T BELIEVE “THAT ONE” MEANING A TALL GOOD LOOKING BLACK MALE MY DAUGHTER THINK IS HANDSOME IS BEATING ME MY FRIENDS LOL

By foxdog

October 11, 2008 7:56 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is right, he is “deeply disturbed”, mentally. But, he is only returning to the Democrat’s core position on everything…I AM A VICTIM, NOTHING IS MY FAULT! EVERYTHING IS YOUR FAULT!!

By LewisMan

October 11, 2008 7:57 PM | Link to this

The irony of the comments attacking Lewis and defending McCain is almost laughable. Congressman Lewis states that McCain and Palin are creating an atmosphere where anger and hatred consume people and reason. He relates it to his historical experience with George Wallace. So what happens? Angry and hateful comments that largely avoid reason. As has been noted by many other commenters, there is a basis for Lewis’s comments — the behavior at the McCain-Palin rallies has become so extreme that McCain has felt the need to try to contain it — before resuming his effort to scare people away from Senator Obama.

Perhaps the comparison to Wallace shocks some, but Wallace begot the Republican Southern Strategy that begot Lee Atwater that begot Karl Rove that begot the current McCain campaign team and the strategy to scare people away from Obama. And while the McCain team hides behind the veneer of some rather slim facts, they are engaging in the same politics of anger and division that Wallace preached. Ultimately, Lewis knows of what he speaks. This is not the politics of hatred and division experienced in the 1960’s. It has evolved. McCain-Palin are practicing the politics of hatred and division of the 21st century. And when Lewis points this out, McCain’s supporters hatefully attack him and his ilk.

Surprise, surprise, surprise.

By LewisMan

October 11, 2008 7:57 PM | Link to this

The irony of the comments attacking Lewis and defending McCain is almost laughable. Congressman Lewis states that McCain and Palin are creating an atmosphere where anger and hatred consume people and reason. He relates it to his historical experience with George Wallace. So what happens? Angry and hateful comments that largely avoid reason. As has been noted by many other commenters, there is a basis for Lewis’s comments — the behavior at the McCain-Palin rallies has become so extreme that McCain has felt the need to try to contain it — before resuming his effort to scare people away from Senator Obama.

Perhaps the comparison to Wallace shocks some, but Wallace begot the Republican Southern Strategy that begot Lee Atwater that begot Karl Rove that begot the current McCain campaign team and the strategy to scare people away from Obama. And while the McCain team hides behind the veneer of some rather slim facts, they are engaging in the same politics of anger and division that Wallace preached. Ultimately, Lewis knows of what he speaks. This is not the politics of hatred and division experienced in the 1960’s. It has evolved. McCain-Palin are practicing the politics of hatred and division of the 21st century. And when Lewis points this out, McCain’s supporters hatefully attack him and his ilk.

Surprise, surprise, surprise.

By T Man

October 11, 2008 7:58 PM | Link to this

Let’s be honest about racist in this election. It is the blinded balcks taht will vote for Barack no mater what he did or what he does. He coudl committ cold blooded urder and they woudl still vote for him. Me I am whte but I am not racist. I like Bill Cosby, Condi Rice, Colin Powell, Justice Thomas and many other blacks. The reason I respect them is they are about persoanl responsibilty and moral caharcter and are not looking for a govrnment handout and government solutions to their problems. Thier past is not rife with controversial issues and nor they talk out of both sides oftehir mouth and claim not being able to remember past thngs when convienent like Barack. In my opinion the blacks that support Barack without seriosuly looking at his record are voting for him because he is back (or half anyway)and that is racist.

By T Man

October 11, 2008 7:59 PM | Link to this

Let’s be honest about racist in this election. It is the blinded blacks that will vote for Barack no mater what he did or what he does. He could commit cold blooded murder and they would still vote for him. Me I am white but I am not racist. I like Bill Cosby, Condi Rice, Colin Powell, Justice Thomas and many other blacks. The reason I respect them is they are about personal responsibility and moral character and are not looking for a government handout and government solutions to their problems. Their past is not rife with controversial issues and nor they talk out of both sides of their mouth and claim not being able to remember past things when convenient like Barack. In my opinion the blacks that support Barack without seriously looking at his record are voting for him because he is back (or half anyway)and that is racist.

By T Man

October 11, 2008 8:00 PM | Link to this

Let’s be honest about racist in this election. It is the blinded blacks that will vote for Barack no mater what he did or what he does. He could commit cold blooded murder and they would still vote for him. Me I am white but I am not racist. I like Bill Cosby, Condi Rice, Colin Powell, Justice Thomas and many other blacks. The reason I respect them is they are about personal responsibility and moral character and are not looking for a government handout and government solutions to their problems. Their past is not rife with controversial issues and nor they talk out of both sides of their mouth and claim not being able to remember past things when convenient like Barack. In my opinion the blacks that support Barack without seriously looking at his record are voting for him because he is back (or half anyway)and that is racist.

By CEM

October 11, 2008 8:01 PM | Link to this

** To kris:

Regarding Rev. Wright’s church, did you know that when the Wright began preaching at Trinity 20 years ago it was a Biracial church? Now unless, he was tying the whites in the basement and bringing them up on Sundays, he was not spewing hate. Second, the J. Wright’s sermon was not played in its entirety; therefore, unless one hear the whole message, it is impossible to conclue J. Wright is racist. Next, and again, Obama was a CHILD IN SCHOOL, when Ayers was w/ his organization. Next, Obama should not associated w/ Ayers, what about the staff and students at the college. Would someone address that?**

By foxdog

October 11, 2008 8:02 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is right. He is “deeply disturbed”, mentally. But, he is only returning to the Democrat’s core position on everything…I AM THE VICTIM! NOTHING IS MY FAULT. EVERYTHING IS YOUR FAULT!

By tye

October 11, 2008 8:04 PM | Link to this

Lyn you are just as demented as McCain and Palin. The behavior displayed by McCain and Palin is shameful. Katie Couric mentioned in her interview with Sarah Palin that McCain has been a senator for 26 years and he can’t conduct himself any better than he has done. They both are a disgrace. Blacks understand the issues all too well, it’s affecting all of the american people in the same way. I didn’t vote for Obama because he is black, but because he is the best AMERICAN to be president. McCain and Palin have stepped way over the line and it has really hurt them and the rest of us. I applaud Obama for taking the high road and not stooping to McCain and Palin’s level. McCain and Palin have stooped to a low to the likes of which I’ve never seen. Palin has stirred up alot of division and hatred. From what I’ve seen of McCain is that he is a very erratic, mean, angry, disrespectful, unstable person, who isn’t fit to be president.

By Bonedaddy

October 11, 2008 8:04 PM | Link to this

I don’t have a problem condemning OSAMA OBAMA. Look at what is happening with all the federal investigations of ACORN. Look at his deal with Rezko. The fat lady is getting ready to sing OSAMA OBAMA. Can we say October surprise? Then he can lay in the yard like the rest of the turds.

By jethroD

October 11, 2008 8:04 PM | Link to this

This is what blacks do. You tell the truth and a hit dog yells. Even Bill Clinton stated the Obama campain plannned to play the race card from the beginning.

Facts that race played no part in:

Obama hanging out with a person that bombed the pentagon, capital and police station.

Obama ties to ACORN a group that’s linked to voter fraud and he was their lawyer in the past.

Tie Obama has to a convicted soon to be felon Tony Rezko.

His record on abortion where he stated a baby has no rights until it come to full term.

Black people, I know you are hate mongers, but you don’t know this man.

With 12 million abortions since 1970, the high jail rate of black, the murder rate, the country will have fewer Negros like Lewis in the future anyway.

By CommunistAJC

October 11, 2008 8:05 PM | Link to this

John Lewis compares John Mccain to George Wallace. Last time I checked, George Wallace was a DEMOCRAT!!!!!!! What an idiot. What has John Lewis EVER done for the people of Atlanta? Answer: Nothing.

Democrats=Race Baiting

Obama=Communism

By Clint

October 11, 2008 8:07 PM | Link to this

It is amazing that Obama has to keep apologizing for things that other people say, but when the crowd at John McCain’s rally called a fellow Senator of the United States a Terrorist, he says nothing? When they call an African American Camera Person a “N” and a Boy, he says nothing? This whole thing is stupid! I am an independent voter and let me tell you when John McCain lost my vote. When he picked that airhead Palin.

By NC Conservative

October 11, 2008 8:08 PM | Link to this

You should be ashamed Lewis!

By Clint

October 11, 2008 8:09 PM | Link to this

It is amazing that Obama has to keep apologizing for things that other people say, but when the crowd at John McCain’s rally called a fellow Senator of the United States a Terrorist, he says nothing? When they call an African American Camera Person a “N” and a Boy, he says nothing? This whole thing is stupid! I am an independent voter and let me tell you when John McCain lost my vote. When he picked that airhead Palin.

By jeffrye

October 11, 2008 8:10 PM | Link to this

As a white American, I can see the divisive tone Republican rhetoric is creating from a position of indepence. It is not imaginary nor is it harmless or benign. The far rights’ stance of being unwilling to acknowledge it is in itself a form of racism as not recognizing the experience of another people is discounting or patronizing to them. Recognize and apologize, then we should move on. We have MAJOR issues to tackle!

By TC

October 11, 2008 8:10 PM | Link to this

I’m always careful to criticize Obama’s white half so nobody can call me a racist.

In fact, I make sure the criticism comes from the 1/32 Powhatan Indian in my DNA to attack Barry’s white half in order to maintain PC legitimacy.

So there.

By Black Reverand

October 11, 2008 8:10 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is a known BIGOT…had him on a flight, it’s a disgrace that same folks who voted for the black female weirdo vote for lewis. Black people always vote for “their own”, given a choice.

By Drew

October 11, 2008 8:11 PM | Link to this

Man, one need look no further than the racist commentary in this thread to know how right John Lewis is - “Sen. McCain and Gov. Palin are playing with fire, and if they are not careful, that fire will consume us all.”

Cool off, McCainiacs.

By Clint

October 11, 2008 8:11 PM | Link to this

It is amazing that Obama has to keep apologizing for things that other people say, but when the crowd at John McCain’s rally called a fellow Senator of the United States a Terrorist, he says nothing? When they call an African American Camera Person a “N” and a Boy, he says nothing? This whole thing is stupid! I am an independent voter and let me tell you when John McCain lost my vote. When he picked that airhead Palin.

By Whatthe...

October 11, 2008 8:12 PM | Link to this

What does Wallace having been a Democrat has to do with comparing the effects of negative campaigning? Here is another one w/ cerebral damage.

By Obama '08

October 11, 2008 8:12 PM | Link to this

Why is it that when people of color call it like it is they are accused of pulling the race card? McCain’s rallies do indeed remind me of the turbulent 60’s: N word, off with his head, etc. The underlying reason for all of this IS the racial motivation. Why is it that Obama has not opened up a 30 pt or higher lead on McCain? Because there are people out there who will not support him because he is black (the race card). The bottom line is that people realize Obama may very well win this election and some would rather die and go to hell than to see a black man in the “white” house. They are even willing to ignore Sarah Palin’s lack of ethics and the fact that she supports an extremist political party that harbors pure hatred towards this country, and she has the nerve to talk about the Rev. Wright. Moron McCain has screwed everything up in his campaign (especially the chosing Palin, who has more baggage than a Delta airliner). He has no choice but to try to put the genie back in the bottle the he himself uncorked

By Say What?

October 11, 2008 8:13 PM | Link to this

I wholeheartedly disagree with Congressman Lewis. It’s Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity and Neal Boortz and the Great One and all the other cast of right wing radio radicals who are sowing the seeds of discontent in America, and have for over 20 years, uttering divisive comments to a closed set of incendiary fools, creating an inflexible and disharmonious atmosphere in a country where compromise and bipartisanship are integral to our success. They are the culprits; McCain himself seems to find this group distasteful, but his VP pitbull and the rest of his surrogates are trying to whip this base into a frenzy.

When President Obama takes the scene, you better believe that the Fairness Doctrine will be revisited, and these scumbag anti-American mouthpieces will be shown the door. They have hurt America one hundred times more than Osama Bin Laden could ever dream.

By kris

October 11, 2008 8:13 PM | Link to this

Anyone familiar with Revelations?

This will make you re-think: A Trivia question in Sunday School:

How long is the beast allowed to have authority in Revelations?

Revelations Chapter 13 tells us it is 42 months, and you know what that is. Almost a four-year term of a Presidency. All I can say is ‘Lord, Have mercy on us!’ According to The Book of Revelations the anti-Christ is: The anti-Christ will be a man, in his 40’s, of MUSLIM descent, who will deceive the nations with Persuasive language, and have a MASSIVE Christ-like appeal….the prophecy says that people will flock to him and he will promise false hope and world peace, And when he is in power, will destroy everything.. Do we recognize this description?? Anything sounding familiar to you?

I refuse to take a chance on this unknown candidate who came out of nowhere.

As I was listening to a news program last night, I watched in horror as Barack Obama made the statement with pride…’we are no longer a Christian nation; we are now a nation of Christians, Jews, Muslims, Buddhists, .….’ As with so many other statements I’ve heard him (and his wife) make, I never thought I’d see the day that I’d hear something like that from a presidential candidate in this nation. To think our forefathers fought and died for the right for our nation to be a Christian nation—and to have this man say with pride that we are no longer that. How far this nation has come from what our founding fathers intended it to be.

And to think that people are “afraid” of Sarah Palin. Why is it that Obama does not allow the use of his middle name “Hussein”? Is it racist to call him his name, Barach Hussein Obama?

After what this county edured on 9/11, I call only say WAKE UP AMERICA!

By TC

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

I’m always careful to criticize Obama’s white half so nobody can call me a racist.

In fact, I make sure the criticism comes from the 1/32 Powhatan Indian in my DNA to attack Barry’s white half in order to maintain PC legitimacy.

So there.

By WLE

October 11, 2008 8:18 PM | Link to this

What did Sara Palin mean when she said, “He doesn’t think like us”. What “us” was she talking about????? Let’s stick to the issues and stop dividing this country. What happened to “One nation, under God, indivisible, with libery and justice for all”

By CEM

October 11, 2008 8:18 PM | Link to this

Listen up, people. As a licensed therapist, I can professionally stated that Kris is clinically nuts.

By Glads

October 11, 2008 8:18 PM | Link to this

Why do the blacks always bring out the race card? I am white but some of my best friends are black. I do not look at the color of the skin. It is what is within. I pray God touches everyone heart for them to vote for the right person to lead our Country.
Please people we have got to pull together in this election. May God Bless America.

By Glads

October 11, 2008 8:20 PM | Link to this

Why do the blacks always bring out the race card? I am white but some of my best friends are black. I do not look at the color of the skin. It is what is within. I pray God touches everyone heart for them to vote for the right person to lead our Country.
Please people we have got to pull together in this election. May God Bless America.

By Glads

October 11, 2008 8:22 PM | Link to this

Why do the blacks always bring out the race card? I am white but some of my best friends are black. I do not look at the color of the skin. It is what is within. I pray God touches everyone heart for them to vote for the right person to lead our Country.
Please people we have got to pull together in this election. May God Bless America.

By LewisMan

October 11, 2008 8:22 PM | Link to this

And as a reminder, John Lewis endorsed Hillary Clinton before bowing to the will of his district. He also has spoken very highly of McCain in the past. He is not a racist demagogue. Of course, I am probably wasting my time pointing this out to the folks who are posting here.

By Ronnie

October 11, 2008 8:23 PM | Link to this

WHO THE F369 YOU ARE CALLING RACE CARD? MC(COCAINE) HAS MADE IT PLAIN IN HIS RALLIES WHAT HE FEELS ABOUT PEOPLE OF COLOR. YOU HAVE SOME NERVE, WHY DON’T YOU GO BACK WHERE YOU CAME FROM. IT’S MOTHERF879 LIKE YOU THAT MAKE THIS WORLD SO FU87 FULL OF HATE.

By my take on it

October 11, 2008 8:26 PM | Link to this

The Truth Hurts

By my take on it

October 11, 2008 8:27 PM | Link to this

The Truth Hurts

By my take on it

October 11, 2008 8:27 PM | Link to this

The Truth Can Hurt

By Ronnie

October 11, 2008 8:28 PM | Link to this

WHO THE F369 YOU ARE CALLING RACE CARD? MC(COCAINE) HAS MADE IT PLAIN IN HIS RALLIES WHAT HE FEELS ABOUT PEOPLE OF COLOR. YOU HAVE SOME NERVE, WHY DON’T YOU GO BACK WHERE YOU CAME FROM. IT’S MOTHERF879 LIKE YOU THAT MAKE THIS WORLD SO FU87 FULL OF HATE.

By KeepingItReal

October 11, 2008 8:29 PM | Link to this

Your ideology is nice Glads, but in the real world we do not live in a color blind society. However, many of us attempt to judge people by their merits and not their color, gender, culture etc… As you can see from the many comments, we have a long way to go. With that being said, that is while we need someone in office who is culturally sensitive and a visionary.

By Bubba

October 11, 2008 8:32 PM | Link to this

For you racists F*,… If Obama was a Terrorist you would be dead already.! OBAMA/BIDEN….PARTY AT THE WHITE HOUSE 2009!!!! SINGERS WILL BE CAMEO, PRINCE, PDIDDY, SPRINGSTEEN, BEONCE, BILLY JOEL, THE GAP BAND, THE NEW BRITTNEY SPEARS AND THE TIME. **OBAMA/ BIDEN…LANDSLIDE VICTORY,….. THERE’S A NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN!!!!!

By Bubba

October 11, 2008 8:32 PM | Link to this

For you racist F*,… If Obama was a Terrorist you would be dead already.! OBAMA/BIDEN….PARTY AT THE WHITE HOUSE 2009!!!! SINGERS WILL BE CAMEO, PRINCE, PDIDDY, SPRINGSTEEN, BEONCE, BILLY JOEL, THE GAP BAND, THE NEW BRITTNEY SPEARS AND THE TIME. **OBAMA/ BIDEN…LANDSLIDE VICTORY,….. THERE’S A NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN!!!!!

By Tyrus Raymond

October 11, 2008 8:32 PM | Link to this

There have been 208 comments on this blog topic. Not one understands Lewis’s comment, nor McCain’s response.

Lewis criticized only the mob-rule tone of the attack dog campaign McCain/Palin is waging.

McCain response was simply a chess piece move countering the gambit.

that’s why Lewis doesn’t play in Peoria. Nobody gets him.

Thank god.

Obama by a landslide.

Obama 08: He’s right for what’s left of America.

Palin 08: Even a blind squirrel can find an ACORN.

By JustAQuestion

October 11, 2008 8:35 PM | Link to this

Is there anyone who can explain to me how the party of slavery, the party of lynchings, the party of the Klan, the party of the anti-civil rights movement (yes, that would be the DEMOCRATIC Party) become the best friend of the black community?

By anton levay

October 11, 2008 8:36 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is a lightweight in Congress and always has been. Does anything he says carry any creedence? No and he is certainly unlikely to sway any undecided voters. This is the same man who was all for Clinton until his district was ready to replace him with Markell Hutchins.

By Rodney

October 11, 2008 8:36 PM | Link to this

Can’t we all ………………. just get along ?

By kris

October 11, 2008 8:37 PM | Link to this

TO CEM:

This is all I will be saying to you. Rev. Wright might have started the Trintiy Church 20 yrs ago as a bi-racial church but I can assure you that as a black or a white person, I certainly would not have been attending such as churh with “sumons” “God-damning America.” I sure you can agree that had John McCain attending such a church for even 20 minutes he would not even have been able to run for President, not to mention how the main stream media would have crucified him. Funny, that the main stream media gave Obama a pass on this. Rev. Wright should be thanking God that he lives in a country that allows him free speech instead of damning it.

As for Ayers… Yes, Obama may have been child when Ayers did his bombing, however, he was an adult when he ran for the Senate and took his money and accepted his backing for his Senate campaign. Neither you nor Obama and his campaign will insult my intelligence and tell me his was not aware of Ayers’ background as he sat in his living room. Mr. Ayers my not be bombing anymore but I’m sure his sentiments toward the USA have not changed. As for the staff and students, who knows, maybe they feel the same way about America as Mr. Ayers does. I for one, would not allow my child to attend a college where he was teaching. But why is it wrong to question Obama’s judgement for associating with these people? The list goes on Franklin Raines, Rev. Wright, Ayers, Rezko. It speaks to his character.

By Why?

October 11, 2008 8:38 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is 100% correct!

As a Republican who is voting Dem this election, McCain/Palin have shown their true colors. And they have chosen to take their hood off. McCain’s ties to the KKK are commonly known. Palin just looks and acts like a true “rednect” hood-member.

Republicans cannot imagine an intelligent, educated; smart black man beating them, huh? McCain has shown just how truly ignorant he is by his VP pick. Republicans have shown just how “dumb” they are by loving a joe-six-pack “redneck” hillbilly named Sarah. Dumb!

Well you certainly do reap what you sow. McCain has sown discard, hatred, and division. So we’ll see what he reaps, huh?

By brad

October 11, 2008 8:39 PM | Link to this

Who cares what he thinks, sounds like a racist to me.

By anton levay

October 11, 2008 8:41 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is a lightweight in Congress and always has been. Does anything he says carry any creedence? No and he is certainly unlikely to sway any undecided voters. This is the same man who was all for Clinton until his district was ready to replace him with Markell Hutchins.

By anton levay

October 11, 2008 8:41 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is a lightweight in Congress and always has been. Does anything he says carry any creedence? No and he is certainly unlikely to sway any undecided voters. This is the same man who was all for Clinton until his district was ready to replace him with Markell Hutchins.

By WLE

October 11, 2008 8:41 PM | Link to this

God bless America. Land that I love. Stand beside her - and guide her. Through the night with the light from above. From the mountains - to the praries - to the oceans white with foam. God bless America - my home sweet home.

May God bless us all - Vote your conscience - and respect your fellow man. Let’s make intelligent decisions based on the important facts. If this economy is not fixed, we will all be standing in the same soup line and all Americans regardless of color will be either serving or getting served by each other. You can take that to the bank - or can you?

By missesthesouth

October 11, 2008 8:43 PM | Link to this

John Lewis said what needed to be said ever since Gov. Palin’s horrific comment that Obama ‘pals around with terrorists’. See also Frank Schaeffer’s article in yesterday’s Baltimore Sun.
The rhetoric Palin and McCain have been spewing has provoked the crowds to the sort of vile public language we have not witnessed in this country in over 40 years. The minute I heard the words shouted at the McC/Palin rallies (‘terrorist’, ‘kill him’), I was afraid for Obama, and taken back to the days so many of us lived through—the assassinations, the bombings, the hatred—during the 1960’s.
Clarification: Lewis did not compare McCain to Wallace; he said McCain’s campaign reminded him of Wallace’s. But such linguistic subtleties get lost in the campaign.

By Tyrus Raymond

October 11, 2008 8:44 PM | Link to this

Has Lewis set off some fire Crackers?

Oh that’s good.

I am the best, aren’t I?

Palin 08: Even a blind squirrel can find an ACORN.

Obama 08: He’s right for what’s left of America.

Wow, that’s good. I’m the best. Dig it.

By CEM

October 11, 2008 8:44 PM | Link to this

To JustAQuestion:

African American were loyal to the Republician Party mainly do to Lincoln, who was Republician. Many African-Americans which political parties when F. Roosevelt ran for president. Perhaps the biggest switch came during the Kennedy’s administration when he adopted the Civil Rights as a key issue in his administration.

By Ken Strickland

October 11, 2008 8:45 PM | Link to this

This is for you republican minded individuals who rely on emotion rather than intellect to formulate your conclusions/opinions. I grew up in Alabama during the George Wallace era and I know 1st hand what his approach was like. He used inflamatory statements, comments and racist rhetoric to stir the crowd emotionally which motivated them, through hatred, to spew racist slogans and remarks.

The comparison John Lewis made with McCain and Palin is valid. Like Wallace, they’ve used comments, accusations and unsubstantiated rhetoric to excite the crowds emotionally, causing some to spew their hatred and use racist and/or derogatory and accusations at Obama.

Both McCain and Palin have recently toned down their attack and are trying to reverse the trend towards hatred, which they both started, after the polls showed it wasn’t working. John Lewis wasn’t comparing McCain and Wallace as individuals, he was comparing their political approach. But, of course, most of you republican minded individuals are incapable of comprehending that. Like Wallace, McCain’s had a long history as a staunch civil rights opponent. He’s the primary reason Arizona was the last state to approve MLK’s holiday. He also has a long standing record of opposing every piece of Civil Rights legislation that’s ever come before him. Bothe he and Wallace have that in common also.

By Historian

October 11, 2008 8:45 PM | Link to this

It’s typical Democrat response. They created the problems on Wallstreet with their subordinate group Acorn, by coercing banks into giving people (undiserving, unqualified) loans that drove the housing, banks, loan institutions, into the ground. I use to be a Democrat, but I’m an independent voter now. That party is built on the big lie, and their supporters in the national press supporting their behavior. Our country is teetering on the brink of socialism or worse. Isn’t it interesting that we see an organization like the democratic party moving our country away from free markets to controlled markets. I hope America will embrace what they’ve done, because the government will be run by them for at least the next four years.

By Ronnie Moseley

October 11, 2008 8:48 PM | Link to this

I AM AN ATLANTA NATIVE, AND FROM WHAT I SEE, IS NOTHING BUT RACIST COMMENTS FROM THE REPLUBICOMS.WHAT DO YOU REALLY NO ABOUT ALASKA, THERE ARE NO PEOPLE OF COLOR EXCEPT THE INDIANS, NOW LOOK HOW THESE RACIST WHITE FOLKS HAVE TAKEN THEIR LAND AND EVERYTHING ON IT.IT ALL BEGINS WHEN YOU COME OUT YOUR MOTHERS WOMB, HOW YOU BE BE BROUGHT UP. AND WHEN THAT PAST OF YOUR PEOPLE KNOW NO BETTER ,THIS WHAT YOU HAVE (PALIUM&MCCOCAINE)

By Ronnie Moseley

October 11, 2008 8:49 PM | Link to this

I AM AN ATLANTA NATIVE, AND FROM WHAT I SEE, IS NOTHING BUT RACIST COMMENTS FROM THE REPLUBICOMS.WHAT DO YOU REALLY NO ABOUT ALASKA, THERE ARE NO PEOPLE OF COLOR EXCEPT THE INDIANS, NOW LOOK HOW THESE RACIST WHITE FOLKS HAVE TAKEN THEIR LAND AND EVERYTHING ON IT.IT ALL BEGINS WHEN YOU COME OUT YOUR MOTHERS WOMB, HOW YOU BE BE BROUGHT UP. AND WHEN THAT PAST OF YOUR PEOPLE KNOW NO BETTER ,THIS WHAT YOU HAVE (PALIUM&MCCOCAINE)

By jeff

October 11, 2008 8:50 PM | Link to this

CEM:

You must be an atheist. Read your Bible.

People, race is not the issue. If Colin Powell were running, a man of experience, intergrity and who has proven background of serving his country, I’m sure there are plenty of whites and people of color who would vote for him. However, is it not racist to vote for a man just because he is black?

It is not racist for the American people to question the charter of either man (or woman) running for the hightest office in our nation.

By Ronnie Moseley

October 11, 2008 8:50 PM | Link to this

I AM AN ATLANTA NATIVE, AND FROM WHAT I SEE, IS NOTHING BUT RACIST COMMENTS FROM THE REPLUBICOMS.WHAT DO YOU REALLY NO ABOUT ALASKA, THERE ARE NO PEOPLE OF COLOR EXCEPT THE INDIANS, NOW LOOK HOW THESE RACIST WHITE FOLKS HAVE TAKEN THEIR LAND AND EVERYTHING ON IT.IT ALL BEGINS WHEN YOU COME OUT YOUR MOTHERS WOMB, HOW YOU BE BE BROUGHT UP. AND WHEN THAT PAST OF YOUR PEOPLE KNOW NO BETTER ,THIS WHAT YOU HAVE (PALIUM&MCCOCAINE)

By Hmmmmm

October 11, 2008 8:52 PM | Link to this

Who Cares what John Lewis says!!!! He is a typical democrat, a LOSER and an IDIOT!

By Bill

October 11, 2008 8:52 PM | Link to this

Too bad J.B. Stoner isn’t around anymore to offset this junk.

By Dondee

October 11, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this

**NM…..Oman was a child when Bill Ayers bombed buildings….however, he wasn’t a child when he kicked off his political career in “Mr” Ayers’ house!!!!! Obama has a serious lack of judgment when it comes to selecting his associates.

The media has given all sorts of free passes to the Obama campaign, something that wouldn’t be permitted for the “Evil Republicans”

If OMan is elected, I think our country is headed down a dangerous path. Not because he is black ( or half black), but because he is extremely liberal, inexperienced and I think lacking solid judgment to be the president of this great country.

I think that is something we should all be concerned about!**

By Tommy Maddox

October 11, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this

HEY!! THERE”S A BLACK GUY RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT!!

Who cares if he’s a Socialist ?

He’s gonna raise your employer’s taxes and you’ll be out of a job!

No problem - he’s black; I’m voting for him!

By CoCoMarie

October 11, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this

Barack was eight years old when Ayers did his deeds, but Barack wasn’t eight years old when he went to Ayers’s house to kick off his campaign. Now Barack says he thought Ayers had been “rehabilitated”- whatever that means. Here’s a man with no public record to speak of, but any questioning of his past associations and activities is not just racist, but positively George Wallace-like.

The markets sold off the past two weeks because the markets look ahead, and they see the likelihood of Barack being President.

But, you want Barack, and Barack you will likely have, in more measure in a couple of years than you can imagine.

Yes, talk radio will be shut down, as will all other forms of non-compliant speech and behavior. Everything basic to life will be free, except for those who actually have to pay the tab. The economy is in a crisis, so let’s raise taxes and slam the door on free trade - then when the country is crippled, maybe our enemies will like us. Maybe the Easter Bunny is real, too. Barack is going to make Jimmy Carter look like Ronald Reagan.

Batten down the hatches; heavy seas ahead.

By the way, you only have to hit the Post button once. It’s like the elevator button.

By Say What?

October 11, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this

I wholeheartedly disagree with Congressman Lewis. It’s Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity and Neal Boortz and the Great One and all the other cast of right wing radio radicals who are sowing the seeds of discontent in America, and have for over 20 years, uttering divisive comments to a closed set of incendiary fools, creating an inflexible and disharmonious atmosphere in a country where compromise and bipartisanship are integral to our success. They are the culprits; McCain himself seems to find this group distasteful, but his VP pitbull and the rest of his surrogates are trying to whip this base into a frenzy.

When President Obama takes the scene, you better believe that the Fairness Doctrine will be revisited, and these scumbag anti-American mouthpieces will be shown the door. They have hurt America one hundred times more than Osama Bin Laden could ever dream.

By Rodney

October 11, 2008 8:54 PM | Link to this

Lewis?

In a thong ?

PLEASE !!!!

Can’t we all just get along ?

By Ronnie Moseley

October 11, 2008 8:55 PM | Link to this

I AM AN ATLANTA NATIVE, AND FROM WHAT I SEE, IS NOTHING BUT RACIST COMMENTS FROM THE REPLUBICOMS.WHAT DO YOU REALLY NO ABOUT ALASKA, THERE ARE NO PEOPLE OF COLOR EXCEPT THE INDIANS, NOW LOOK HOW THESE RACIST WHITE FOLKS HAVE TAKEN THEIR LAND AND EVERYTHING ON IT.IT ALL BEGINS WHEN YOU COME OUT YOUR MOTHERS WOMB, HOW YOU BE BE BROUGHT UP. AND WHEN THAT PAST OF YOUR PEOPLE KNOW NO BETTER ,THIS WHAT YOU HAVE (PALIUM&MCCOCAINE)

By Voter

October 11, 2008 8:55 PM | Link to this

Lewis played the Race Card—so I guess I can say Obama is like Jesse Jackson—a smooth talker with his hand out. Lord help us if we get a Democratic Congress and a Democrat for President.

By Ronnie Moseley

October 11, 2008 8:58 PM | Link to this

I AM AN ATLANTA NATIVE, AND FROM WHAT I SEE, IS NOTHING BUT RACIST COMMENTS FROM THE REPLUBICOMS.WHAT DO YOU REALLY NO ABOUT ALASKA, THERE ARE NO PEOPLE OF COLOR EXCEPT THE INDIANS, NOW LOOK HOW THESE RACIST WHITE FOLKS HAVE TAKEN THEIR LAND AND EVERYTHING ON IT.IT ALL BEGINS WHEN YOU COME OUT YOUR MOTHERS WOMB, HOW YOU BE BE BROUGHT UP. AND WHEN THAT PAST OF YOUR PEOPLE KNOW NO BETTER ,THIS WHAT YOU HAVE (PALIUM&MCCOCAINE)

By whitepower

October 11, 2008 8:59 PM | Link to this

Black may be beautiful and tan may be grand but White is the color of the big BOSS MAN

By Tommy Maddox

October 11, 2008 8:59 PM | Link to this

HEY!! THERE”S A BLACK GUY RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT!!

Who cares if he’s a Socialist ?

He’s gonna raise your employer’s taxes and you’ll be out of a job!

No problem - he’s black; I’m voting for him!

By Georgia_Independent

October 11, 2008 9:00 PM | Link to this

For those who believe that it is appropriate to hear people say, “kill him,” at political rallies that are for John McCain, a candidate for President of the United States, you lack an understanding about what America is.

I can not imagine great American leaders like Franklin Roosevelt, Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, Ronald Reagan, or Dwight Eisenhower speaking at a rally and not saying something if the people at that rally said the words “kill him,” when referring to their opponents.

It is shocking. I should not expect anything else from a political disgrace and political lightweight like Sarah Palin. On the other hand, I expect much, much more from a man with the character of Arizona Senator John McCain.

I wish we could vote out John Lewis. However, I agree with his assessment that if leaders in this nation allow people to make such violent remarks without showing the leadership to correct it, we are at risk.

For those Obama-bashers, I have NEVER header Barack Obama make excuses about his race. When reporters constantly push him to say that his race may serve as a disadvantage, he reminds the person that if people do not vote for him that means that he did not properly articulate his message.

To McCain’s credit, he has not fallen into the gutter tactics that we have witnessed from Palin. Nonetheless, both have the responsibility (along with Obama and Joe Biden) to immediately stop the crazies (and they show up at both parties rallies) that distort the beauty of the American electoral process.

By CEM

October 11, 2008 9:00 PM | Link to this

I will leave you alone, Kris. No, I do not agree w/ any of your statements. The most violent element in society is ignorance.

By Ronnie Moseley

October 11, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By Ronnie Moseley

October 11, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By CEM

October 11, 2008 9:05 PM | Link to this

TO Jeff: I am a Christain. That is the only part of your piece I can address because the remainder was unclear. I simply did not know the point/argument you were attempting.

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:05 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By American of African Descent

October 11, 2008 9:06 PM | Link to this

Lizzie Tish, Your thoughts and applied notion “There they go again, throwing that race card” is indicative of the mentality that McCain and Palin targets. And you being a part of this targeted crowd (Just in case you did not know, you are no longer the majority in the “Good Ole U.S. Of A.) is evidenced by you hiding your head in the proverbial sand and not realizing that Rep. Lewis’ comments are right on target and that you have bought so deeply into Gov. Wallace’s…sorry, John McCain/Sarah Palin message of hatred and their use of innuendo racism (code phrases such as soccer moms or Joe six pack (sic)) disguised as political discourse that you are erroneously under the assumption that race relations in this country are null or you in fact fall under the guise of a racist your self or a politically naive individual. Just think of how you started your post: “There they go again, throwing that race card”; exactly who is the “they” in your opening statement? Are you referring to Americans of African Descent or Democrats? It is time for you and the other peddlers of this nastiness (racism), including McCain and Palin to decide whom you really are, whom you support and the real reason that you are that way and why you support the ones that you do!!!

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:06 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By Jakester

October 11, 2008 9:07 PM | Link to this

Shame on Congressman Lewis — he has displayed his true colots that of a race-hater and stoker of racil flames. His statements in the last few years have taned his credibility to new lows. Disagreements apart, the lack of INTEGRITY in race baiters like Congressman Lewis and other black ‘leaders’ is a mockery of all the “struggles” they went through. Democrats have shown that they belong to the gutter and unfortunately, want to take this nation with them.

By Tyrus Raymond

October 11, 2008 9:08 PM | Link to this

Georgia Independent: What R U saying? That you believe in the single bully theory?

So what if someone yells “kill him”…..we’ve come a long way from JFK’s head exploding.

relax.

Obama 08: He’s right for what’s left of America.

Like that?

By Hmmmmm

October 11, 2008 9:08 PM | Link to this

Say What? You couldn’t be that BIG of an idiot! You just proved how big a MORON you are? Lets shut everyone down who does not agree with my opinion…. Good Grief, you libs are ALL alike! GET SOME HELP!

By Bill

October 11, 2008 9:08 PM | Link to this

Hey Louisej and you other news deficient morons….John McCain DID speak up against those at his rally who shouted angry, threatening things about Obama. If you do not know the facts, then why do you bother to speak up and show your extreme ignorance? In fact,the Obama camp has publicly recognized and applauded McCain’s taking a stand against the ugly tone and rhetoric. I don’t care who you support, it takes gut and character to stand in front of your own supporters and get booed when you defend your opponent. Those of you who criticized him and were DEAD WRONG should have the decency and integrity to apologize in this open forum. Wallace (early in his life) was a hate monger. Later, he was an unrepentent voice of healing and racial reconstruction. Lewis is using cheap theatrics to get his mug on the news - and again the AJC obliges him with a forum. How many days did Lewis serve his country militarily or serve his country as a prisoner of war? Such cheap shots have no place in politics….or in simple humanity.

By Dondee

October 11, 2008 9:08 PM | Link to this

Ken S…..I “know” you are “right” that not one Democrat has posted with emotion….just clear headed brilliance. I should switch to Dem because that way I know I will automatically be invited to join MENSA…God, we will be so lucky when Comrade Osamabama becomes our President.

By check your color

October 11, 2008 9:09 PM | Link to this

he’s not black or white? mama is white daddy is black, not all black , just what do you call Him?new race a Tanner

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:09 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:09 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:09 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:09 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:09 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:09 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:09 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By Raul

October 11, 2008 9:09 PM | Link to this

Once again, ignorance coming from afro americans! God help us if NO-bama is elected…

Raul

By Raul

October 11, 2008 9:10 PM | Link to this

Once again, ignorance coming from afro americans! God help us if NO-bama is elected…

Raul

By david duke

October 11, 2008 9:10 PM | Link to this

The Ni@@ers and ni@@er lovers are taking over!

By Jb

October 11, 2008 9:10 PM | Link to this

O-tay Buckwheat.

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:11 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By Raul

October 11, 2008 9:12 PM | Link to this

Once again, ignorance coming from afro americans! God help us if NO-bama is elected…

Raul

By luckydog

October 11, 2008 9:13 PM | Link to this

I had a little respect for Lewis, now I have NONE.

By MITSU

October 11, 2008 9:13 PM | Link to this

TO VOTER. DO YOU HAVE ANY INVESTMENTS? AND DO YOU HAVE A JOB? AND BY THE WAY YOU ARE POSTING, ARE YOU RENTING OR A HOME OWNER?

By American of African Descent

October 11, 2008 9:13 PM | Link to this

Lizzie Tish, Your thoughts and applied notion “There they go again, throwing that race card” is indicative of the mentality that McCain and Palin targets. And you being a part of this targeted crowd (Just in case you did not know, you are no longer the majority in the “Good Ole U.S. Of A.) is evidenced by you hiding your head in the proverbial sand and not realizing that Rep. Lewis’ comments are right on target and that you have bought so deeply into Gov. Wallace’s…sorry, John McCain/Sarah Palin message of hatred and their use of innuendo racism (code phrases such as soccer moms or Joe six pack (sic)) disguised as political discourse that you are erroneously under the assumption that race relations in this country are null or you in fact fall under the guise of a racist your self or a politically naive individual. Just think of how you started your post: “There they go again, throwing that race card”; exactly who is the “they” in your opening statement? Are you referring to Americans of African Descent or Democrats? It is time for you and the other peddlers of this nastiness (racism), including McCain and Palin to decide whom you really are, whom you support and the real reason that you are that way and why you support the ones that you do!!!

By nm

October 11, 2008 9:16 PM | Link to this

Ok, let’s go w/ the argument that Obama was a child when Ayers began his organization, but as a man he allowed him in his home or vice/versus. Then, using your argument, if McCain/Palin, fearing terrorist activity in U.S., while having they a history of an ongoing battle with University of Illnois, the students of Ayers, the Noble Prize and Pulitzer alumini from the school, many of whom were associates of Ayers. If in fact Ayers is viewed as a threat to the security of the US. Why have there not been an ongoing assault against Ayers, teaching at a school that receives federal and local funding, impacting his students by his views, and associating with Nobel and Pulitizer recipents. Having said that, why is Obama association w/ him questioned. Again, if the Republicans are afraid of Ayers’ view, provide documentations that they have attempted to removed him as a professor. Surely, they knew where he was before Obama started his campaign.

By Concerned Voted

October 11, 2008 9:17 PM | Link to this

Does John Lewis have a specific example? Regardless or WHO you want for President, John McCain is a long way from a George Wallace. If McCain wins I hope he changes his mind about using John Lewis as a person to consult!

By Georgia_Independent

October 11, 2008 9:18 PM | Link to this

To JustAQuestion and CEM, I do not wish to be disagreeable. However, both political parties participated in the Civil Rights movement. An element of the Democratic Party were so against the Civil Rights Movement that they left the DNC and created a political party called the Dixiecrats.

The first major stone of the Civil Rights movement was turned by the GREAT US President Dwight D. Eisenhower, a Republican, when he sent National Guardsmen to Little Rock Arkansas’ Central HS. He continued this process through his administration.

Kennedy is always credited with doing so much for Civil Rights. John F. Kennedy did not pass or push a single piece of Civil Rights legislation in his two years in the White House. His younger brother Robert F. Kennedy was much more active as the Attorney General.

To credit John F. Kennedy with sweeping Civil Rights’ reforms is just inaccurate. Before people begin to make excuses, the Eisenhower administration took HUGE steps to permit Black students an equal education. Kennedy could have done something and chose to do nothing. In less than one year, President Lyndon B. Johnson got the Civil Rights’ Act and soon after the Voting Rights’ Act passed. Let’s not credit JFK for something that he failed to accomplish.

Both parties participated in the Civil Rights’ process and Southern Democrats fought to block Civil Rights. The truth is most of those Southern Democrats turned to the Republican Party and Black have remained loyal to the remaining Democrats since that time in the 1960s and 1970s.

By Dondee

October 11, 2008 9:19 PM | Link to this

Ken S…..I “know” you are “right” that not one Democrat has posted with emotion….just clear headed brilliance. I should switch to Dem because that way I know I will automatically be invited to join MENSA…God, we will be so lucky when Comrade Osamabama becomes our President.

By Boots

October 11, 2008 9:19 PM | Link to this

I never though I’d agree with John Lewis and, even as I’m agreeing with him, would like to temper his remarks. However, I’ve been apalled by the tenor of the McCain —- ie. Obama palling around with “terrorists” and the comment about Obama voting to cut off support for the troops when everyone knows, as it’s been discussed ad nauseam, that Obama was trying to get a time certain for the beginning of withdrawal by his vote.

McCain and Palin have not been able to win in the arena of ideas, so they have reverted to character assassination —-and, that’s sad for a man I’ve admired for years.

I just wish that everyone would back off and let’s finish the campaign with intelligent discussion of the issues sans all the negativity and character assaults.

By CEM

October 11, 2008 9:23 PM | Link to this

All of the racial slurs are not offensive. It only speaks to the person’s character. Many takes our cues from Obama: brush off the ignorant and push towards the prize. There is not time to stop and tip for tap w/ rude statements. A person on a mission is not easily disturbed by foolishness. You keep your hate; that’s all you have.

By Dondee

October 11, 2008 9:23 PM | Link to this

To those of you so anxious to vote in someone who believes that health insurance is a “right” and not a “responsibility”, along with his other left leaning/socialist views….before you mess up what our founding fathers envisioned for this country (limited government), why don’t you move to say Cuba, China or some other socialist/communist nation. That way you’ll be happy and so will we.

By ATL

October 11, 2008 9:23 PM | Link to this

Should Obama or McCain be voted for because of their color?

I do not think so. I am concerned with both candidates, but more so with Obama. He seems to be waivering on his stances and ideals. More importantly, the next President will encounter a poor economy similar to Reagan encountered upon entering office his first term. The policies that Obama is instituting are against what worked for Reagan in many ways.

Ultimately, we need to rally around whoever wins the presidencey, but it seems as though folks might base their decisions on shallow reasoning versus firmly and diligently investigating what the campaigns are pushing.

By ATL

October 11, 2008 9:24 PM | Link to this

Should Obama or McCain be voted for because of their color?

I do not think so. I am concerned with both candidates, but more so with Obama. He seems to be waivering on his stances and ideals. More importantly, the next President will encounter a poor economy similar to Reagan encountered upon entering office his first term. The policies that Obama is instituting are against what worked for Reagan in many ways.

Ultimately, we need to rally around whoever wins the presidencey, but it seems as though folks might base their decisions on shallow reasoning versus firmly and diligently investigating what the campaigns are pushing.

By ATL

October 11, 2008 9:26 PM | Link to this

Should Obama or McCain be voted for because of their color?

I do not think so. I am concerned with both candidates, but more so with Obama. He seems to be waivering on his stances and ideals. More importantly, the next President will encounter a poor economy similar to Reagan encountered upon entering office his first term. The policies that Obama is instituting are against what worked for Reagan in many ways.

Ultimately, we need to rally around whoever wins the presidencey, but it seems as though folks might base their decisions on shallow reasoning versus firmly and diligently investigating what the campaigns are pushing.

By JD

October 11, 2008 9:26 PM | Link to this

Liberals on this blog are just as those in Congress.

Liberals in Congress repeat lies over and over and their ignorant followers take the lies as fact.

Liberals on this blog simply hit the post button over and over, thinking this will make their ignorant defense of Lewis the accepted fact.

Lewis has repeatedly made this type of asinine statement and will again in the future as long as the Black people follow the Democrats into the abyss. Democrats have been playing the Blacks for fools now for over 40 years and the only person of color to call them out is CHARLES BARKLEY.

Barkley accurately described the Democrat use of Blacks as making them poor and keeping them poor.

Virtually any Black person you question regarding Obama’s qualifications will eventually refer to the questioner as a racist.

Why? Because they have no answer for the Obama history of racial thuggery, failure to release his academic history, failure to release his medical history and for his general failure as a man.

Obama’s failure to adequately answer the questions can only mean the questions are legitimate and Obama himself has no answers.

By John

October 11, 2008 9:27 PM | Link to this

Someone actually understood something John Lewis said? For the life of me the man can’t speak understandable english, so who cares what he says.

By Rodney

October 11, 2008 9:28 PM | Link to this

Lewis?

In a thong ?

PLEASE !!!!

Can’t we all just get along ?

By Georgia_Independent

October 11, 2008 9:30 PM | Link to this

Tyrus Raymond, I NEVER mentioned John F. Kennedy. I have mentioned that it is not appropriate for any person running for President or any person on the Presidential ticket to stand at a podium and simply listen to people yell things like, “kill him.” I could care less if the person at the rally is talking about Barack Obama, John McCain, President George W. Bush, or any other person.

If that person is a responsible leader, then that person corrects the hecklers in the crowd. Of course, the clown of the class Sarah Palin does not say anything because she is not an appropriate leader on this level (very similar to Geraldine Ferraro’s joke VP candidacy in 1984).

Before you go on some ridiculous rant, responsible leaders have spoken up at their rallies. Both John McCain and Barack Obama have corrected the severe inaccuracies at rallies. If there is any objective person who believes that leaders (at this level…we are talking about the President and/or VP, not Shirley Franklin) simply watch people yell, “kill him,” you have no idea what leadership means in this country.

By Athalie

October 11, 2008 9:31 PM | Link to this

To begin with, a recurring comment that professes “the state of Georgia embraces cultural diversity” is one of the biggest lies ever told! Sure, a number of African Americans & people of other ethnic groups have manuvered into some growth-oriented opportunities in this city/state, but those achievements mean nothing when the people actually controlling the purse strings and/or placed in decision-making capacities have chosen to ignore the plight of disadvantaged citizens around them. Atlanta & all of Georgia is still very much a stronghold base holding on to deep-seeded racist feelings from the past. WAKE UP ATLANTA and not only vote to get racist politicians (like the John McCain’s, Sarah Palin’s & Karen Handel’s) out of the way, but also Uncle Tom & Aunt Thomas Ann type of blacks who cater to a racist establishment against their own. Secondly, stop financially supporting their white-owned businesses & establishments and use your money to support your own restaurants, clothing stores, insurance companies, auto dealerships, grocery stores, gas stations & miscellaneous small businesses. The African American community has no excuse; we make & spend more money collectively on new clothes, automobiles & entertainment than any other ethnic group in the world! So…enlarge your thinking!

By ProudToBeRight

October 11, 2008 9:34 PM | Link to this

Racist? The only racism I see is from democrats and blacks. I have yet to hear any Republican say anything even close to be considered racist. Before long, I will be accused of being a racist because I don’t have an Obama sticker on my car. I heard a democrat say that Palin’s comment “Joe Six Pack” was racist, and so was the term community activist. You want to know what is racist? Affirmative action, ACORN, United Negro College Fund, Congressional Black caucus, Rainbow Coalition, Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, John Lewis, Ronnie Moseley, and the honorable Rev. Wright.

It is about time that the Republicans got mad! I hope McCain is just as angry as we are about the lies the democrats keep repeating about the economy, Iraq, and this ridiculous racism bull squeeze. Now the democrats are scared, and they start their whining to the lame stream media.

I know a lot of you democrats are gloating because you think Obama has this wrapped up. But, every poll since 1972 has had the democrat in the lead right up to election day. I don’t believe the polls, and I hope the anger comes out in the next debate. If it does, and the American people wake up, we can keep this socialist out of office.

By Andy in West Cobb

October 11, 2008 9:40 PM | Link to this

John Lewis ia an idiot

By Ralph

October 11, 2008 9:44 PM | Link to this

What is it that make people so ignore, or lacking common sense. What, and or who would they blame, for not, bring able to keep up with other races in this county. Who advance in the world. Blacks get the majority of the welfare, and if they don’t get what they want , their theme song kicks in with the race card. A very large portion of the Blacks are races. They get away with every thing, and still want more, they say they were brought to America as slaves, which at that time in history, weren’t not the only ones. Now the generation after, instead of thanking their lucky stars, that they are here and not in Africa, they complain about it. If they don’t like it here there are planes leaving for Africa, Cuba, Iran, China, anywhere in the world and they sale one way tickets. Mr. Lewis loves to play the race card, and making stupid statements about Sen. McCain and Gov. [Sarah] Palin, is not only irresponsible, but races. Mr. Lewis sounds like a cry baby, So Mr. Lewis it’s the white middle class people who, pay your fat sorry salary, and keep the welfare system alive.

By JD

October 11, 2008 9:46 PM | Link to this

Athalie,

There is so much wrong with your comments.

McCain, Palin and Handel are racists? Based upon what act or event? Your ignorance is pervasive and simply confirms stereotypes.

The African American community spends more money than any ethnic group? You are totally uninformed. You are referring to 12% of the population in the US - yes, 12%. I would submit the African American community receives more benefit from the work of those outside the community than they have earned or deserve.

By Ed

October 11, 2008 9:46 PM | Link to this

If John Lewis is looking for racists, he need only look in the mirror. Too bad; he seemed to have it under control from time to time but now he’s too engrossed in milking the system and will obviously do or say whatever he thinks will keep him in office. Just another greedy, self-serving politician like all the rest.

By Giver

October 11, 2008 9:46 PM | Link to this

I think Congressman Lewis may be getting old. While another Republican administration would be as dangerous to our country as The Gov’na would have been, he seems to be a decent fellow who would make a good conservative Democrat.

Sarah, however, I worry about. I think she is dangerously conservative. Being Church of God she would follow the teachings of her denomination, which makes the Southern Baptists seem liberal by comparison.

By RT Smith

October 11, 2008 9:49 PM | Link to this

Reading all of this makes me really hope for a giant asteroid hits the Earth. All of you f*cks make your genes cry.

By guy

October 11, 2008 9:49 PM | Link to this

Just wait until obama gets elected and you’ll hear a lot more racist remarks from all the angry black group.They don’t realize how lucky they are because they aren’t in Africa. You haven’t seen anything yet!!!(from both sides) Let’s roll!!!

By Lewis & Clark

October 11, 2008 9:49 PM | Link to this

Wait a minute !

Who was in the thong ?

Lewis?

Connor?

Or McCain ?

I can’t see any comparison at all

By kboren

October 11, 2008 9:51 PM | Link to this

I didn’t know Cynthia McKinney was back??

By Tyrus Raymond

October 11, 2008 9:52 PM | Link to this

Ga. Ind: U R at a critical juncture in your political metamorphases. Your rebuttal was very….

Here’s all you have to do: Write a reply. then delete it. Write a second draft of that deleted reply. Delete that too. then write a third rebuttal. Of course, delete it. Then stick your head in the toilet, because sir, U R hopeless.

there’s nothing worse than someone who doesn’t get it that they’ve been clobbered beyond salvation. Your comments r chin music for a three member audience, you know, U have 2 accept that your chin is a triangulating ball-sac guidance system.

bwa haw

moron

By kboren

October 11, 2008 9:55 PM | Link to this

I didn’t know Cynthia McKinney was back??

By kboren

October 11, 2008 9:55 PM | Link to this

I didn’t know Cynthia McKinney was back??

By American of African Descent

October 11, 2008 10:00 PM | Link to this

Ralph, If you want others to respect your thoughts, go to your local community college and take a English/Grammar/Spelling course…while your engaging in that activity, try and get John McCain an instructional period in the basic use of the “email” function on his Government supplied computer.

By Lewis

October 11, 2008 10:01 PM | Link to this

John Lewis can’t keep from commenting on his Selma days in one form or another. There is no doubt Rep. Lewis was truly hit on the head by a state trooper in 1963 in Selma and hasn’t recovered. Does anyone think that John Lewis has a clue concerning the financial bailout and what is was all about?

By Giver

October 11, 2008 10:01 PM | Link to this

McCain himself is probably not a racist. Sarah is just a well educated redneck who would fit well into Cobb County.

The problem is not what they themselves are saying, its their hangers on like the hate group American Family Forum that recently sold “Obama Waffles” at their recent Value Voters Conference where good old Newtie was a main speaker. (Good old Cobb County. Why have y’all not seceeded and joined Alabama. You would not have to pay your teachers as much.) Then a few months back there was the t-shirt portraying Obama as a monkey.

These are the real people supporting McCain, like the womaon from Minnesota who thought he was an Arab. Rednecks, racists, value voters. They are all one in the same.

By Peggy

October 11, 2008 10:04 PM | Link to this

I really don’t care that John Lewis wears a THONG! If John McCain wears one that’s his business…….but I don’t think they had THONGS back in the sixties. So Bull Conner wouldn’t be wearing a THONG. So there’s really no comparison after all ………………right congressman ?

By kell

October 11, 2008 10:06 PM | Link to this

I would not let this race baiting slug in my home and find it disturbing myself ythat he has not spent time behind bars as he has been fraudulently converting campaign funds into his personal funds for many years. Seriously, look at his lifestyle and ask yourself how someone who has never held a job lives that way. Even for a congressman it’s somewhat beyond his legal means. Get to work AJC.

By kell

October 11, 2008 10:07 PM | Link to this

I would not let this race baiting slug in my home and find it disturbing myself that he has not spent time behind bars as he has been fraudulently converting campaign funds into his personal funds for many years. Seriously, look at his lifestyle and ask yourself how someone who has never held a job lives that way. Even for a congressman it’s somewhat beyond his legal means. Get to work AJC.

By Tyrus Raymond

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

Answer: Sarah Palin, Bristol Palin, and John McCain.

Question: Name two hockey moms and a puck.

Okay, who didn’t love that joke? Who didn’t steal that joke?

Now, it’s a month old, and well, I guess it’s shelf life has expired.

BUT!

I rule this campaign. I could destroy Obama if I wanted. I know exactly what the combination of words need 2B.

I’m selling out. You conservatives want McCain? Really?

Okay. 25 million. That’s the price. I will put together the exact words and slogans and speeches Sarah Palin, and John McCain need to pronounce.

You’ll win, but no mandate.

You waited too long for a mandate.

Your choice.

By ProudToBeRight

October 11, 2008 10:13 PM | Link to this

Don’t you just love it when someone thinks they are smarter then they really are, kind of like John Lewis. This nugget of goodness brought to you by American of African descent-

code phrases such as soccer moms or Joe six pack (sic)) disguised as political discourse that you are erroneously under the assumption that race relations in this country are null or you in fact fall under the guise of a racist your self or a politically naive individual

Wow, talk about calling the kettle black! Ooops, was that a “code phrase”? It is people like you (another code phrase) that continue the cycle of racism. You do know that racism goes both ways right? You know, you never argue with an idiot. They will drag you down to their level, and beat you with experience.

Is it racist when a James Carville (a democrat) says that if Obama does not win there will be race riots?

You people (yet another code phrase) need to get off this racism gig you have milked for the last 50 years, it is getting old.

By Mari

October 11, 2008 10:16 PM | Link to this

Let me get this straight. McCain’s followers have yelled, “traitor”, “off with his head”, “terrorist”, “kill him” and it was only in the last day that McCain has tried to calm the waters and McCain wants Obama to apologize and repudiate remarks made by John Lewis. I have heard it all. And they accuse Obama of not being honest when Gov. Palin and Sen. McCain continued to claim that the Gov. turned down the bridge to no where even when the media reported otherwise. Now who is dishonest? And another thing, Gov. Palin has not answered questions from the media but she accuses the media of being soft on Obama. The woman has been treated with kids gloves and has been given a pass. They have intimidated the media and labeled them as biased in order to discredit them.

When I saw how George Bush ran a smear campaign again McCain, I was outraged, and I had planned to vote for McCain if he ever ran for office again. Unfortunately, the lesson McCain learned was to do unto others what is done unto you.

John McCain has run a despicable campaign and does not deserve to hold the highest office in the land. How does he expect to govern when he has alienated half of the electorate. It’s been said that the way one runs a campaign is a good indication of how one will govern. If that’s true, spare us all from John McCain and Sarah Palin. This country can’t survive another 4 years of this kind of division.

Senator McCain, put Country First and stop the smear campaign.

By BJB

October 11, 2008 10:17 PM | Link to this

Lewis & Obama play race card For months Obama has been “warning” his crowds that “they will say this” “they will call me this” Lewis backed Clinton until a rival for his position campaigned against him Both Obama and Lewis are brilliant men that chose their words and positions carefully.
Obama spends months planting the seeds or race. Of all the acrimonious campaigns held in our nations history Lewis just happens to choose Wallace.

As a “Title IX Dad and coach” and a “basketball dad & coach”, “football dad and coach”, “soccer dad and coach”, “softball dad & coach”,”track and field dad and coach” as well as my boss being the same except plug in mom I can categorically state that “hockey mom” is not a code word for anything other than supporting kids. Just give me a break with the “code words”.

By Susan

October 11, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is exactly right, and neither he nor Obama have any need to repudiate the statement. The McCain/Palin campaign has stepped up the rhetoric and have encouraged outright lies that say Obama is a terrorist, an Arab, a Muslim, etc. Now, when called on it, they scream and shout “unfair” just as bullies always do. Kudos to John Lewis for speaking the truth, and standing up to hatred and prejudice, as he always has.

By Howie D

October 11, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this

What we need to start doing is put all candidates for any office on “Are you smarter than a fifth grader”. But then this wouldn’t be a presidential race. Well in Palin’s case, smarter than a second grader. The woman McCain took the mic from called Obama arrogant. I guess if I was running against two candidates that couldn’t beat the fifth graders, I would be arrogant. The real issue is that she felt that way because he is a black intelligent man. If a black man is smarter than McCain supporters,he has to have something wrong. Why won’t racism just die for GOD sakes?

By ant banks

October 11, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this

the whole world is watchin’ this election. america is hated around the world becuase they are hypocrites!! you have a stolen land, with stolen people and you proclaim “justice for all?”

you fought germany in the ‘40’s to save the jews and you were persecuting and lynchin’ blacks back home?

you were fight aparthied in south africa and had jim crow laws in the south?

you gave money to and supported castro, sadam husein, manuel noriega, and iran, the contras in nicaragua, then you go to war against them?

america’s hypocrite policies are why we are hated around the world.

don’t forget how the election was stolen in florida, then you go to the supreme court to resolve it? they should have recused themselves because of their ties to republican party.

keep bein’ hypocrites america. see where it gets you!!!

By True Word

October 11, 2008 10:19 PM | Link to this

Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr., a Democrat from Chicago who serves as one of the national co-chairs for Obama, told on The Tom Joyner Morning Show that if we are to use the association tag as evidence of a candidate being unfit for president, what about McCain serving and working alongside people with virulent bigoted pasts like Sens. Jesse Helms, Strom Thurmond and Robert Byrd?

Do we have evidence that these individuals committed specific acts against African-Americans during Jim Crow? No. But we do know that their hateful words, and willingness to uphold laws that were absolutely anti-American, did not represent the best of this nation.

Thurmond ran for president as a Dixiecrat in 1948 with a platform of maintaining segregation. Based on Helms’ policies, he didn’t see blacks as full Americans.

By justmyopinion

October 11, 2008 10:19 PM | Link to this

I have a feeling that the ones on this blog stating they are Republican but voting for Obama are nothing but POSERS. It’s amazing that Dems can’t see through him but absolutely unbelievable that a REPUBLICAN would vote for him. Like many here have said it’s not about the color or his skin (he is 1/2 white, remember?) but it’s his policies. He and his party believe that what makes America great is the government not the people. The government will be running everything soon. Anyone making over $250k a year and a running a small business will be taxed so heavily that they will no longer hire anyone. I don’t know about anyone else but I have never gotten a job from a poor person. We also hear that 95% of Americans will get a tax cut. How is that possible when over 35% of Americans don’t even pay taxes? Health insurance is not a right it’s a responsibility, once we have national health insurance it will be a disaster just look how the government runs the post office. Smarten up people quit voting with your emotions or what hollywood tells you to do research the candidates and vote for the person who’s going to lead America as our forefathers envisioned it not a socialist country.

By We've Been Here Before

October 11, 2008 10:19 PM | Link to this

If Obama is elected president one good thing might come from it.

White people, heretofore hamstrung by white guilt, will be freed from any further encumbrances. After seeing the unqualified community organizer carry out an administration characterized by gross incompetence, negligence, corruption, and outright fraud, many (though not all) will be not be so unforgiving as they are now. Obama will do what so many black urban politicians have done before. Not a single black mayor has turned his city around from decay; in fact, the opposite is true. Obama will go down their well-worn path.

If a Republican candidate were close friends with Klan members and convicted felons—and worked with organizations to suppress the black vote—and attended church where the congregation feasted on a message of white power and white supremacy—that Republican candidate wouldn’t get 100 votes.

But when it’s a black candidate, he can do no wrong. You’ll get what you deserve—every bit of it.

By LeVonne

October 11, 2008 10:20 PM | Link to this

O.K. Let me get this straight - it’s cool for John Lewis to wear a thong at Greenbriar, or on the West End and Cascade……..but not cool for McCain to wear a thong in Phoenix or Scottsdale ? A thong is a thong - there’s no comparison here !

By sandy

October 11, 2008 10:20 PM | Link to this

Yes, I am terrified to have Obama as POTUS. I am terrified because we will the US will become the United Socialist States of America. My hard work and effort will be awarded to those who sit around and wait on hand-outs. I am terrified that when I need to get a breast biopsy, I will have to wait 2 years, and then it will be too late, because Sen. Barrack HUSSEIN Obama wants to give everyone free healthcare! I am terriefied that Obama will sit across from Iran’s Akmadanijhad and shake his hand on a “let’s be Friends” deal that brings us closer to an Islamic government. I am terrified that Obama’s neighbor mr. Ayres will be education secretary and will force his radical views down my children’s throats! I am terrified that the excellent grades and merit of my white son will not be enough to get him to a first rate college because all those deemed “disadvantaged” receive admission over the middle class white male who has been deemed”privileged” because his parents have not been incarcerated, drug addicted, or welfare recipients. Any questions ?????

By ProudToBeRight

October 11, 2008 10:21 PM | Link to this

Speaking of racists, whatever happened to Cynthia McKinney? That woman was pushing bills through congress when she wasn’t qualified to push a mop through a Waffle House!

By The Sleeping Giant

October 11, 2008 10:25 PM | Link to this

Obama, with the help of Lewis, is about to awaken a sleeping giant.

By Susan

October 11, 2008 10:26 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is exactly right, and neither he nor Obama have any need to repudiate the statement. The McCain/Palin campaign has stepped up the rhetoric and have encouraged outright lies that say Obama is a terrorist, an Arab, a Muslim, etc. Now, when called on it, they scream and shout “unfair” just as bullies always do. Kudos to John Lewis for speaking the truth, and standing up to hatred and prejudice, as he always has.

By Sandra

October 11, 2008 10:27 PM | Link to this

I’m really almost too peeved to speak. I must admit that I’m STILL of the opinion that Obama is most likely a Muslim rather than a Christian. He just about crapped in his post toasties on one program where he referred to his religion as being Muslim and then said, Oh, I made mistake. Got that right.! Mistake my behind! This man has been in the midst of the most deplorable people. He is not fit to be president.

By The Sleeping Giant

October 11, 2008 10:31 PM | Link to this

Well said Sandy @ 10:20.

By DAN DEACON

October 11, 2008 10:31 PM | Link to this

Lewis has to be the most unintelligent person to be in the position he holds. To make the comparison he has made is convoluted and racist.

And he promotes a racist free society? What a joke he is. He should be ashamed and bow down to the Honorable Presidential Nominee McCain and kiss his feet to apologize. Most likely he will be it’s over. Most racist eventually start kissing up to real leaders.

Lewis’ hypocrocy reminds me of Farrakhan, another well known racist and race hate based idiot.

By Reggie Williams

October 11, 2008 10:32 PM | Link to this

Anyone with an ounce of brains knew that the selection of Sarah Palin as VP for the GOP was intended to create a “Southern Strategy”. What is not known is whether this was McCain’s decision or the decision of the powers behind the throne.

By Reggie Williams

October 11, 2008 10:33 PM | Link to this

Anyone with an ounce of brains knew that the selection of Sarah Palin as VP for the GOP was intended to create a “Southern Strategy”. What is not known is whether this was McCain’s decision or the decision of the powers behind the throne.

By Tito

October 11, 2008 10:34 PM | Link to this

I don’t feel comfortable with the thought of our politicians wearing thongs. I don’t want to picture Congressman John Lewis or Senator John McCain wearing a thong. And I don’t think there could be any comparison of John McCain to Bull Connor in regards to Congressman Lewis’ remarks - because Bull Connor didn’t have the benefit of knowing what a thong was !

By Reggie Williams

October 11, 2008 10:34 PM | Link to this

Anyone with an ounce of brains knew that the selection of Sarah Palin as VP for the GOP was intended to create a “Southern Strategy”. What is not known is whether this was McCain’s decision or the decision of the powers behind the throne.

By george

October 11, 2008 10:36 PM | Link to this

Lewis is an idiot. If it weren’t for his hanging on the coat tails of MLK nobody would have heard of John Lewis…same with Jesse Jackson and a few others. There are many “qualified” blacks in the U.S. who would make excellent presidents, congressmen, etc. Barack Obama and John Lewis just happen not to fall in that category.

By Fustoni

October 11, 2008 10:36 PM | Link to this

Atlanta - The City Too Busy To Hate…Yeah Right. John Lewis you are an A*******hole. To all you Obama supporters…he’s nothing but a loser like Al Gore and John Kerry, with the exception of his skin color.

By papa

October 11, 2008 10:41 PM | Link to this

If someone votes for Obama just because he is black is that not being a racists? Whites are not the only racists.

By Francesca

October 11, 2008 10:41 PM | Link to this

You know what they say about Bull Connor in a thong ?

That’s a lot of BULL !!!!

By ProudToBeRight

October 11, 2008 10:43 PM | Link to this

Lets face it, 50% of the people who are voting for Obama are doing it because they are ignorant, and he is black (actually he is an Arab). The other 50% want more government hand-outs, and they will get them with his ridiculous tax credits.

I may be in the minority here, but I really don’t think Obama is going to win. I have said this before, but every poll since 1972 has shown the democrats leading right up to the election. Reagan was down 30 points the week before the election. George W. Bush was down to both Gore and Kerry, and he won. And for you idiots that still think he stole the election, grow up! Several recounts have shown that Bush did win. Stop whining, it has been 8 years now.

I fully expect the democrats to start crying “dis-enfranchised” again when McCain wins. And this time, they will also throw in some “racist” crap also.

By John Henry Nations

October 11, 2008 10:44 PM | Link to this

Congressman Lewis,

Quit being such a crybaby—politics is rough business.

Man up and quit acting like a girl.

By Ralph

October 11, 2008 10:46 PM | Link to this

To the “American of African Descent”. What my going to a local college, and taking English/Grammar/Spelling course, how to do with facts. You are dancing around the advise that Obama does not have, the experience to be president of this country. McCain, is more than qualified. Being neither a Republican or a Democrat, I vote for the best qualify person and no matter what your opinion is, McCain is the best. I don’t vote for a person who can use the so call basic “email function” if you did you would have a monkey in office, they can use a computer better than some humans.

By Seriously?

October 11, 2008 10:48 PM | Link to this

Lewis never mentioned the “race card”, he said that McCain is creating campaign based on peoples fears. Palin went on tv and suggested that Obama as a terrorist and un-american because of who he served on a board with. McCain-Palin are the ones who started emphasizing Obamas middle name, as though he must be associated with terrorist because his name is muslim. What is really great is that once they instilled the fear in their supporters, McCain had a town hall rally in PA the other day where a woman stood up and said that she didn’t trust Obama because he was a Arab and McCain actually defended him saying “No that’s not true. He’s a good American and a good man with whom I just have a difference of opinion on political issues.” Is it possible that McCain realized that he was bordering on slander?

I have no doubt that Obama may lose but I wish folks would say what they really think instead of covering up their actual opinions with garbage, you would never vote for a black man, no matter how much experience he has or how good he may be for our country.

By Chris

October 11, 2008 10:50 PM | Link to this

I think it’s important to make up your mind on the issues and where the candidates stand on them. Most of you would agree. However a campaign advertisement on the TV or what comes through your email, or what the liberal news media says aren’t places to find out. I would encourage everybody, no matter who you are supporting, to go to both candidates websites and read their plans - and they’ve both got TONS of stuff about what they want to do. Once you’ve read BOTH candidates stuff make a decision. In fact I got copies of both candidates stuff and digitally removed their names/logos from it and then just read the text - made up my mind from there, which for me happened to be Obama. That doesn’t make me unpatriotic, a socialist (which that term is getting inaccurately bandied about as of late - I read one blogger a few days ago say that Nazis were socialists - clearly someone who flunked history class) or some godless baby killer (which Obama’s views on abortion are WAY oversimplified by us pro-lifers - and abortion issues ain’t gonna fix the economy)

By JB

October 11, 2008 10:53 PM | Link to this

What the He** is going on? Has everyone lost their minds? I was born in the 70’s after the Civil Rights Movement. I grew up with multi-cultural friends and today have coworkers and even family members from different backgrounds and ethnicities. This election scares me - no matter the outcome, violence seems inevitable. I’m so very glad that I’m not raising a family at this time in our history. This election is going to so fracture our society and domestic terrorism (race riots) against our own citizens are a real possibility. When that starts happening, the number one concern will cease to be the economy. We’ll all be more worried about stepping out our front doors.

By Gangsta Gangsta

October 11, 2008 10:57 PM | Link to this

Congressman Lewis,

Now that you have gotten the name calling out of your system—associating McCain with the bombing of the Birmingham church was a nice touch—how do you suggest we fix this g******* mess of an economy?

NWA

By Joan Q Public

October 11, 2008 11:06 PM | Link to this

It is very clear to me that many people commenting have been thoroughly “hannitized”. Your time has come and gone. Please no more screeching. It just sounds too desperate.

By We are the real losers

October 11, 2008 11:06 PM | Link to this

After reading these posts - I believe we need an MLK Holiday more than ever now. We may as well put in a Ghandi and a Saint Francis Day too ! I really believed that we had come a lot further - but after reading these posts, sadly to say - we all have a lot of growing up to do. I really think we all better PRAY for our country and one another. We are all better people than what has been posted here. Let us remember that when we return to our workplaces Monday - and live that !

By Fustoni

October 11, 2008 11:07 PM | Link to this

The blacks are the racists here, they are just looking and wishing for a reason to call McCain and anyone who votes for him a racist. An Obama presidency will be another Jimmy Carter. I’m neither black or white, but Cherokee….remember us?

By true word

October 11, 2008 11:08 PM | Link to this

Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr., a Democrat from Chicago who serves as one of the national co-chairs for Obama, told me on The Tom Joyner Morning Show that if we are to use the association tag as evidence of a candidate being unfit for president, what about McCain serving and working alongside people with virulent bigoted pasts like Sens. Jesse Helms, Strom Thurmond and Robert Byrd?

Do we have evidence that these individuals committed specific acts against African-Americans during Jim Crow? No. But we do know that their hateful words, and willingness to uphold laws that were absolutely anti-American, did not represent the best of this nation.

Thurmond ran for president as a Dixiecrat in 1948 with a platform of maintaining segregation. Based on Helms’ policies, he didn’t see blacks as full Americans.

CNN

By Tyrus Raymond

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

Answer: Sarah Palin, Bristol Palin, and John McCain.

Question: Name two hockey moms and a puck.

Okay, who didn’t love that joke? Who didn’t steal that joke?

Now, it’s a month old, and well, I guess it’s shelf life has expired.

BUT!

I rule this campaign. I could destroy Obama if I wanted. I know exactly what the combination of words need 2B.

I’m selling out. You conservatives want McCain? Really?

Okay. 25 million. That’s the price. I will put together the exact words and slogans and speeches Sarah Palin, and John McCain need to pronounce.

You’ll win, but no mandate.

You waited too long for a mandate.

Your choice.

By Slabrock

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

Wait til Wednesday……………….Obama wins, McCain loses and the Presidential race is back where it needs to be, with a man like Obama and an awesome Joe Biden. But hey, it was fun for the old man I can imagine it.

By Joan Q Public

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

It is very clear to me that many people commenting have been thoroughly “hannitized”. Your time has come and gone. Please no more screeching. It just sounds too desperate.

By Joan Q Public

October 11, 2008 11:12 PM | Link to this

It is very clear to me that many people commenting have been thoroughly “hannitized”. Your time has come and gone. Please no more screeching. It just sounds too desperate.

By ant banks

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

so what if barack is a muslim? back in the ‘40’s you white christians were lynchin’ blacks, had a jim crow south, and had policies to keep blacks uneducated, without votin’ rights, health care or employment.

i am sick of you idiots throwin’ the word christian around. i fear any and all religious zealots!! just as many deaths have occured at the hands of christians as have occured at the hands of muslims

By jon

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

Disagree with Obama’s cut and run proposal for Iraq? Racist.

Disagree with Obama’s proposal to give tax cuts to millions that don’t pay any taxes? Racist.

Think that Obama used poor judgement (or is just plain lying about it) when he sat in Wright’s church for 20 years? Racist.

Bothered by Obama’s association with the founder of the Weatherman radical group? Racist.

Concerned that the most liberal member of the US Senate might be President? Racist.

Concerned that his promises of cut taxes while increasing Federal spending by billions, just doesn’t add up. Racist.

Concerned that Obama is inexperienced and dangerously naive about foreign policy? Racist.

See how easy this is.

By EAV girl

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

Why is no one here talking about the elephant in the living room?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vJcVgJhNaU

By cmac

October 11, 2008 11:20 PM | Link to this

Why is it only the black politicians play the race card? Somewhere in Alabama, there is an old retired white police officer that thinks back to the 60’s & wishes he could have had one more crack at John Lewis. I know I wish he could have!

By jon

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

Disagree with Obama’s cut and run proposal for Iraq? Racist.

Disagree with Obama’s proposal to give tax cuts to millions that don’t pay any taxes? Racist.

Think that Obama used poor judgement (or is just plain lying about it) when he sat in Wright’s church for 20 years? Racist.

Bothered by Obama’s association with the founder of the Weatherman radical group? Racist.

Concerned that the most liberal member of the US Senate might be President? Racist.

Concerned that his promises of cut taxes while increasing Federal spending by billions, just doesn’t add up. Racist.

Concerned that Obama is inexperienced and dangerously naive about foreign policy? Racist.

See how easy this is.

By ProudToBeRight

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

Chris, maybe you haven’t listened to what Obama has said. He is not going to cut taxes, he is going to give “tax credits”. A tax credit is nothing more then wealth re-distribution. In other words, from each according to their abilities to each according to their needs. That is socialism. That is one reason I am not voting for him. He also said that the tax system is not “fair”, the wealthy don’t get taxed enough. What is wealthy, and who is it that decides? By the way, the wealthy pay more in taxes. If you increase it, like Obama has said, people start losing jobs. I have never worked for a poor person.

He wants to raise the capital tax on small businesses, another fact you have not heard him say, but you can read it on Obama’s web site. Funny thing about that, with the economy as it is right now (thanks to leftist liberals who wanted to give loans to people who had no business getting loans), he will not be able to do it. Another reason I am not voting for him.

He does want to nationalize healthcare, he said it the other night in the debate. He thinks healthcare is a right. If it is a “right”, he do you think is going to have to pay for that “right”? Another reason not to vote for him.

As for him being a Muslim, I have no idea. But, I do know he had Muslim on his college application. Who cares? Did you forget about 9/11? Sorry, I don’t trust a group who wants to wipe another country off the map and refers to them as a stinking corpse. And another reason I am not voting for Obama.

As for your Bible thumping comment, that is pretty sad, but an expected comment from someone who obviously does not have their facts straight.

By WHite Male

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

I have already voted and I vote my race card. I’m so tired of the black demand more than I am able to recieve. Like the Miss Black and BET. This is so old.

By WHite Male

October 11, 2008 11:23 PM | Link to this

I have already voted and I vote my race card. I’m so tired of the black demand more than I am able to recieve. Like the Miss Black and BET. This is so old.

By WHite Male

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

I have already voted and I vote my race card. I’m so tired of the black demand more than I am able to recieve. Like the Miss Black and BET. This is so old.

By blackprix

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

As far as John Lewis and his comments - I think there are whole lot of folks in the country that might be feeling the same way but had no forum in which to complain.

Quite frankly the McCain Campaign is losing badly and they are fueling fires of hatred and it’s showing in their stops on the campaign.

Palin started the nastiness and McCain didn’t not shut it down like he should have. Now, you’ve got Americans acting out with hate and vitriol CAUSED by the McCain tactics.

This is what I say to McCain/Palin .. you are not only losing votes but respect as well!

By ummm yeah

October 11, 2008 11:27 PM | Link to this

umm yeah Kenney. if you’re black and you’re for Obama and really are in the marines You are a @(#$&@#* DUMBASS! Obama wants to completely ditch our armed forces in Iraq and leave them there to die you are willing to support that??? GO BURN IN HELL!

By ME

October 11, 2008 11:27 PM | Link to this

I wish that you country white @$$ bigots would keep your RACIST comments to yourself because none of your broke @$$e$ have the required $500,000 income to be considered rich in McCain’s eyesight ; therefore, YOU TOO will be just another victim of his policies. If you would start looking beyond color and see what is in your best interest, you may learn something from someone other than your STUPID country @$$e$. In a sarcastic way, I at times hope McCain does get elected just so that you can see that he is NOT in your best interest either, you DUMB FOOLS! THAT IS WHY YOU STILL HAVE THE SAME MENTALITY THAT YOU PEOPLE WILL ALWAYS HAVE……JUST STUPID!

By Ken Strickland

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

The republican ignorance, stupidity and denial in getting deeper and deeper. It’s truely revealing how far removed from fact and reality they have to drift in order to support McCain and Palin, especially Palin.

Take this republcan minded moron that calls himself RONNIE MOSLEY. Even though republicans have controlled the White House for the last 8yrs, both House and Senate 6 of the last 8yrs, and republican policies have dictated the country’s direction socially, politically and economically, this ANAL MINDED REPUBLICAN MORON blames Democrates alone for all of our problems. I guess that’s a better options for these MORONS than facing the truth.

WHITE MAN-not after this election.

Why don’t you republican minded morons deal with my 7:28PM post. Obama has been thoroughly vetted by the FBI, CIA and HOMELAND SECURITY, yet you race mungers still spread your unsubstantiated racist, ethnic BS about him being an alledged terrorist, Arab or Muslim.

Sarah Palin wasn’t vetted and look at what McCain and the republican party ended up with now. Who but an ignorant republican think Sarah Palin, a women too stupid to name a single newspaper, magazine or book she’s ever read, or think field dressing a moose in close proximity to Russia gives her foreign policy experience, is qualified to be the VP of anything, let alone president of the US?

Who else but an ignorant republican would support John McCain, who is so out of touch with reality he felt and stated “THE ECONOMY IS FUNDAMENTALLY SOUND”. Then, about 2hrs later, after someone finally penetrated that dense fog that surrounds his brain, he declared “OUR ECONOMY IS IN THE WORST CRISIS SINCE THE DEPRESSION”. Who else but a stupid republican and/or moron would believe McCain is in touch with middle class America when he couldn’t remember how many cars or houses he owns? You stupid republicans really believe, in this day and time, that an individual(McCain) who can’t operate a computer or send an email, and has admitted financial matters aren’t his strong suit, is capable of resolving our economic crisis?

JUST HOW STUPID, IGNORANT, MORONIC, DELUSIONAL AND/OR DEEP IN DENIAL DOES ONE HAVE TO BE TO BE A REPUBLICAN?

By Mike In Woodstock

October 11, 2008 11:32 PM | Link to this

WELCOME TO ISLAM!!

By RogerT

October 11, 2008 11:32 PM | Link to this

john lewis… Hummm Black Racist does come to mind quickly. Can he count to ten on both hands… Like one DJ once called him Buckwheat… How true, go back to the hand out line lewis, you are as bad a racist as Mr.J.B.Stoner ever was !

By WeWillAllSurvive

October 11, 2008 11:35 PM | Link to this

For the purposes of full disclosure, I wouldn’t vote for Obama/Biden if they were on the ballot uncontested. BUT, if they win (or when they win… as so many people have written before, and so many more will respond after me), I will survive, and so will all of my hardworking Republican friends. We’ve been through this before, and we will find a way to prosper even with Obama’s hand in our wallet/purse every time we turn to look in the other direction. (5% of us are already paying well over 53% of the nations’ taxes). It has been our ability to adapt and evolve - even under unfavorable circumstances - that has propelled us into a category of citizens that Obama’s followers strive to become. If (or when) he wins, I am doubtful that the change he speaks of will occur. BUT I do hope that a change will take place inside the brainwashed flock that are just now, for the first time in their lives, getting out to vote. May they find hope in his presidency so much so that they actually wake up in the morning excited about the possibilities of what they can accomplish with HARD WORK (like we’ve been doing our whole lives). Again, this is what I hope for, but I am doubtful it will be achieved. Regardless, we will survive.

By BossLady

October 11, 2008 11:36 PM | Link to this

Please read the Rollin Stone and see the history of McCain. I don’t know what Obama is but I know we have to get the Republicans out of the White House. It does not matter about race it matters about Party. Since Obama is the Democratic nominee the we have to go with him.

The Republicans have always believed in the ones who have, so therefore they would pay all that money to bail out the rich. They could have funded a health/prescription program, gas program, company/jobs buy outs and many many programs that will benefit American citizens.

I don’t put a rats behind what Lewis say

By Tyrus Raymond

October 11, 2008 11:38 PM | Link to this

Dont you fools see what you’re being played to do?

At what point would one party destroy the other to achieve victory, and by doing so, destroy the USA?

The GOP would nuke us all to preserve the small government, pro-gun, GOD philosohy that they adhere to like scotch tape.

Surrender, Sarah.

By deanH

October 11, 2008 11:44 PM | Link to this

OBAMA (A BLACK MAN) WILL BE ELECTED PRESIDENT BECAUSE PRESIDENT BUSH HAS SCREWED UP THIS COUNTY SO BAD HE WILL GO DOWN AS ONE OF THE WORSE PRESIDENT THE USA HAS EVER HAD. I CAN’T WAIT UNTIL JAN 20 2009.

By ProudToBeRight

October 11, 2008 11:45 PM | Link to this

Jeez Mr Strickland, a lot of Republicans feel the same way about you dumbocrats. I was thinking you were going to call us pooh-pooh heads next.

You must be so proud of Barnie Frank, Chris Dodd, Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reid, and the impeached Bill Clinton.

By Derrick

October 11, 2008 11:50 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is an idiot! It’s absolutely disgraceful that this fool represents the state of Georgia!

By ProudToBeRight

October 11, 2008 11:53 PM | Link to this

Hey BossLady, do you really get your news and info from Rolling Stone? Wow, and you vote? God help us all……….

By elreyjones

October 11, 2008 11:54 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is a racist bigot who hates white people! I can’t stand that Mugabe loving racist. Lewis needs to find black on white crime that defines Atlanta. Or he needs to march over to the big poster of Elijah Muhammed and tear down that racist genocidal supremacists picture. Lewis is a hatemonger and he oppresses white people. To me, John Lewis is a devil. What he says means nothing. Thank God Almighty for Freedom that I am able to tell the truth about that Obama loving racist monster. And the Angels of Heavan said, “AMEN”.

By Drew

October 11, 2008 11:57 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is a one-trick pony, an old man who longs for his glorious days of youth. He sees every issue, every incident through his comfortable civil rights goggles, whether appropriate or not. He serves an active and vital district as if it was some honorary, tenured position that will never require any honest assessment of his performance. And there never will be so long as he faces only token opposition in elections.

By shirley

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

Lewis has it right.

By The White Opressor

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

Whites did cause everything below, we created their culture, even after slavery ended WE created the culture they have today through violent suppression and forcing ignorance upon their members. We are STILL creating this culture, by blaming them, instead of helping them. WE are doing this, by sending them to the poorest and worst schools in the nation, when if we want their culture to change, WE are going to have to do it, by educating their children in GOOD schools, instead of allowing ignorance to be passed down from generation to generation.

WE MADE THEIR CULTURE WHAT IT IS THROUGH OPPRESSION, how do you expect them to raise their children right when they were never raised right, and never got an education because of the schools we made them go to. It is a cycle that WE HAVE BEEN UNWILLING TO PUT THE ENERGY MONEY AND TIME IN TO BREAK. WE DID THIS WE HAVE TO FIX IT, it is unfair for us to blame them, we created the problem.

“• Don’t cause 80% of black babies to be born out of wedlock. • Aren’t responsible for a crime rate 6X that of the white population. • Don’t produce educational underachievement at all grade levels. • Aren’t responsible for blacks having the lowest scores on achievement tests of any race. • Don’t prevent blacks from graduating from high school. • Don’t cause blacks to have a high school drop out race that ranks as the highest. • Don’t cause blacks to receive government transfer payments at 4X the rate of the white population. • Do not advance the use of ebonics or hinder adoption of the English language. • Did not produce Jeremiah Wright, craft racist, anti-Christian sermons or deliver them.”

By Fred

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

My comment will be lost among all the lunacy that populates a message board but the AJC doesn’t care as long as they get hits but what the hell……..

I don’t always agree with Congressman Lewis, hell, I RARELY agree with him. But as a fat, white, redneck, I hold him in the highest respect. He is not a Cynthia McKinney, or a race baiter like Jesse Jackson. He is a thoughtful, respectable man who has endured indignities in his lifetime I cannot imagine. He lived in a time that thankfully I was not a part of. If he said what he said, it carries weight with me just based upon the content of his character and the experience of a lifetime. I think many people, regardless of their skin color agree. Save the rhetoric, look at the man.

By Joan Q Public

October 12, 2008 12:04 AM | Link to this

I agree with John Lewis and so does McCain. He is calming things down. Pitbull Sarah is stoking the lynch mob with Sean, Rush etc pouring gasoline on the flames. The thing that really saddens me about the attack dogs against Obama is that they will bite the hand that feeds them. Unless you are a corporate fat cat in the top 5% financially, McCain is going to leave you in the dust. Are you better off with the Republican running things? You had 6 years 2000 - 2006 with Repub rule of all branches of govt & the we know the rest of the story (nightmare). 99 days TILL 01-20-2008

By Ken Strickland

October 12, 2008 12:09 AM | Link to this

ROGER T(RABBIT)-why do you associate handouts with Blacks when Whites receive 51% of all welfare benefits. That’s more than all other welfare recipients combined. TALK ABOUT HANDOUTS!!!!!!!!!

ME-consider this. Since the signing of the Civil Rights Act or 1964, Whites, have seen Blacks go from being unable to vote for the president of the United States, to becoming the Democratic nominee, and possibly president of the United States. They’ve seen the time, before the Civil Rights Act of 1964, when Blacks couldn’t apply for a job at a company like IBM, especially in the south, except as a janitor, and now the CEO of IBM is Black. This turn of events is scaring the hell out of that fraternity of racist inbreeds that’s within our society, and you can see their hatred and stupidity on this blog.

This isn’t indicative of most Whites. Whenever there’s an Obama rally and I see all of those beautiful White faces cheering and supporting him, I can honestly say, WE’VE COME A LONG WAY BABY. And, with the help of those intelligent, spiritually and intellectually enlightened Whites, we’ll bury ALL racist morons, regardless of race, creed, color or national origin, along with their racist past.

By Joan Q Public

October 12, 2008 12:09 AM | Link to this

I agree with John Lewis and so does McCain. He is calming things down. Pitbull Sarah is stoking the lynch mob with Sean, Rush etc pouring gasoline on the flames. The thing that really saddens me about the attack dogs against Obama is that they will bite the hand that feeds them. Unless you are a corporate fat cat in the top 5% financially, McCain is going to leave you in the dust. Are you better off with the Republican running things? You had 6 years 2000 - 2006 with Repub rule of all branches of govt & the we know the rest of the story (nightmare). 99 days TILL 01-20-2008

By roberta

October 12, 2008 12:11 AM | Link to this

Those fine, up-standing folks at the latest McCain rally were hopping mad and played the race card long before Lewis. I’m talking about the lady who stood up and told McCain, “I’ve read about him, he’s an………….Arab!!”

I almost fell out because I know what she really wanted to say. “That one”.

By ugottabkidding me

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

There are so many stupid comments on this blog until it is just absolutely ridiculous. However..

Mac,

I only copied part of your quote but, You are absolutely correct except IMHO, your comment applies to John McCain and NOT John Lewis. You have your John’s confused.

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October 11, 2008 5:50 PM

Just because you used to a hero doesn’t mean you ARE a hero. Grow up, Mr. Lewis>>

There are white men riding around on motorcycles in fla w/ N-WORD PLEASE, IT’S CALLED THE WHITE HOUSE on their t-shirts. Republicans are so quick to call Barack Obama by his entire name…Do any of U ever stop to ponder the idea that he was given this name by his Mother. He didn’t choose his name.

Do U know the business of every1 that you’ve ever come in contact with? NO. Do U know if the person that sits in the cubicle next to you or across the table from you in the boardroom or next to you in the church pew or the person that just became the new Pastor of your predominately white church is a member of the KKK or some other messed up group? NO, you don’t. All of U that are NOT in support of Barack Obama are so quick to throw up Rev. White. But I’d be willing to bet that there are ALOT of unsavory folks standing in your pulpits every Sunday as well.

Take your blinders off and pull your thumbs out of your mouth, ya big babies

By Robert

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

For the next four or eight years that’s all you’re gonna hear is “THE RACE CARD” when things don’t go the liberal or democrat’s way. Mark my word’s. It’s a shame. GOD help us all.

By ADL

October 12, 2008 12:18 AM | Link to this

What disturbs me is that when Obama isn’t elected it will be because of all the “racist bigots”, not the fact that he isn’t qualified.

By Richard Pellegrino

October 12, 2008 12:24 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is right: hate filled rhetoric and words which are spewed daily by talk radio lead to hate filled actions and hate crimes and because of the precarious racial tensions in this country the candidates have a special responsibility to carefully weigh their words and characterizations. Does that place the “white candidates” with an unfair burden—no, because Obama has to do the same and has done so, repudiating any reverse-prejudice comment made by his friends in the past. In fact, he has not run a pro-Black campaign at all but a pro-people campaign. He has not attacked McCains personal associations with convicted felons and right wing, white supremacist pastors—so Palin better lay off any of Obama’s past associations. Lewis is right when he says that they are playing with a fire which could explode in their faces with unprecedented violence in this country while people are so economically unsure and seeking scapegoats.

By Yep

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

Why is everyone so burned over this? Those that are voting on race made up their limited minds when they looked at their same color candidate. There will always be a turmoil over race. So what? We are different. Deal with it!! We are not treated the same or held to the same level of accountability. Until that happens, let the dimwits fight it out over who said what. Let’s just be above board about it. If race is all you are voting on, your mind is weak.

By Richard Pellegrino

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

John Lewis is right: hate filled rhetoric and words which are spewed daily by talk radio lead to hate filled actions and hate crimes and because of the precarious racial tensions in this country the candidates have a special responsibility to carefully weigh their words and characterizations. Does that place the “white candidates” with an unfair burden—no, because Obama has to do the same and has done so, repudiating any reverse-prejudice comment made by his friends in the past. In fact, he has not run a pro-Black campaign at all but a pro-people campaign. He has not attacked McCains personal associations with convicted felons and right wing, white supremacist pastors—so Palin better lay off any of Obama’s past associations. Lewis is right when he says that they are playing with a fire which could explode in their faces with unprecedented violence in this country while people are so economically unsure and seeking scapegoats.

By Richard Pellegrino

October 12, 2008 12:27 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is right: hate filled rhetoric and words which are spewed daily by talk radio lead to hate filled actions and hate crimes and because of the precarious racial tensions in this country the candidates have a special responsibility to carefully weigh their words and characterizations. Does that place the “white candidates” with an unfair burden—no, because Obama has to do the same and has done so, repudiating any reverse-prejudice comment made by his friends in the past. In fact, he has not run a pro-Black campaign at all but a pro-people campaign. He has not attacked McCains personal associations with convicted felons and right wing, white supremacist pastors—so Palin better lay off any of Obama’s past associations. Lewis is right when he says that they are playing with a fire which could explode in their faces with unprecedented violence in this country while people are so economically unsure and seeking scapegoats.

By gstrent

October 12, 2008 12:27 AM | Link to this

et another example of a loud mothed dimocrap mouthing off with no real substance,,,,keep opening dem mouths and inserting yo feets

By gstrent

October 12, 2008 12:27 AM | Link to this

yet another example of a loud mothed dimocrap mouthing off with no real substance,,,,keep opening dem mouths and inserting yo feets

By Ronnie Moseley

October 12, 2008 12:28 AM | Link to this

Hey Ken Strickland,surprise, it’s me. I’m not republicum, I’ve voted all my Adult Life. Second, as I mentioned I am an Atlanta Native. Left there (17) seventeen years ago. Now as to where I live, it’s where the Indian Creek Nation once thrived, you see I’m Creek,Irish,and have a confederate history, and I’m a Black MAN. And I am a DEMOCRAT.

By gstrent

October 12, 2008 12:28 AM | Link to this

yet another example of a loud mouthed dimocrap mouthing off with no real substance,,,,keep opening dem mouths and inserting yo feets

By bigred

October 12, 2008 12:30 AM | Link to this

All blacks KNOW that for Barack Obama to be elected it will take a LOT of LIBERAL WHITES voting their PARTY’S TICKET.You,whether you like it or not,will still be indebted to “WHITEY” if Obama should get elected.Think about it!Either way,history will be made.But SHOULD Obama be elected,it might be the best thing that could happen for the country.After all,once Jimmy Carter was elected,he insured NO GEORGIAN will even be able to run for President for at least a HUNDRED YEARS!!

By Chad

October 12, 2008 12:42 AM | Link to this

Atlanta sucks. Lewis, McKinney, Carter Center…….Atlanta sucks.

By Val in Atlanta

October 12, 2008 12:43 AM | Link to this

There is absolutely nothing wrong with John Lewis’ original comments. As I watched footage from some of the McCain and Palin rallies last week, my first thought was “LYNCH MOB!” Even as the stock market took a nose dive, there was no mention of the economy by these folks. Instead, the focus was on personal attacks and spreading erroneous information. Palin is just a witless pawn, but I really thought John McCain was better than this!

By gene

October 12, 2008 12:49 AM | Link to this

to all you racist crackers who have given your racist opinions now listen and listen good especially dawg whatever, antilewis you clowns are still trying to right what your fore fathers had done to this country for over 400 hundred years no to you antilewis we still need our reperations you ah the list you reminded us of is the ones you taught us well more whites are on welfare than any other race check your statistics!!! you taught us how to avoid taxes, your race still does it best everyday white collar crimes are committed they just go to the resort jails to do the time you moron. you taught us about abortion that is the only reason more of your daughters are not having babies after not being allowed to read during slavery i thinks we doing (is this ebonics enough for you) pretty damn good to have caught up coming from behind!!! i know you scared because after all you have done, and do to keep blacks down we still keep coming even to the so called highest office in this damn country that was built on the backs of blacks! a black MAN SHOULD HAVE BEEN PRESIDENT LONG BEFORE NOW AS FAR AS I AM CONCERNED! further more to all you idiots talking that experience s if experience has gotten us what we have had for the last 8 years and the effects of which will last well beyond this term, you can keep your damn experience!! got that. and to all you who commented about the preacher wright, i wonder if you listen to your preacher and do what he directs you on sunday but i already know the answer you don’t because you show it everyday. so lets stop the bull we will be all day talking about each other because the truth is none of us is better that the other although you and your kind tried to make some of us believe that all our lives!!! the facts are what judy sanders said just the facts about the shape this country is in is all that is important. we’re so busy sitting around hating each other and the powers that be are running havoc over “we the people” don’t get scared because a black man may run this country enough of you whites will still be in key positions to over rule and veto him!

By Ronnie Moseley

October 12, 2008 12:51 AM | Link to this

Hey Republicums, Do you have a job? Do you have investments? Have you lost your home? Are you begging for Help? This what will continue to take place,if four more years of retardation,not so smart(bush,chaney,mccocaine,palin) becomes lets say Sadam as to what’s happening in Iraq. Get out of Iraq, spend what’s left on we the people. Where’s $850,000,000,000.00 coming from for wall street, and these banks, who created this mess? We need leadership that has been taught MATH. bush still use his fingers to count. so does mccocaine-paylamb.

By OBAMA / BIDEN SUPPORTER

October 12, 2008 1:07 AM | Link to this

FOR THOSE OF YOU WORRIED ABOUT SENATOR BARAC HUSSIEN OBAMA’S MIDDLE NAME, WOULD IT BE OK TO NAME OTHER NAMES LIKE YOUR’S AND MINE THAT COULD BE CONSIDERED MURDERERS AND KILLERS??? HAVE YOU FORGOTTEN ABOUT NAMES LIKE—— * TIMOTHY McVEYY, JEFFERY DALMER, OJ SIMPSON, SUSAN SMITH, SCOTT PETERSON, BIN LADEN, GEORGE BUSH, DICK CHANEY, AND DONALD RUMSFELD,…….JUST TO NAME A FEW. OK, SO DON’T GIVE ME ANY CRAP ABOUT HOW SOMEBODY’S NAME SOUNDS LIKE A TERRORIST OR KILLER IF THESE NAMES DON’T IMPRESS YOU!!!! * VOTE OBAMA/ BIDEN ** AND MAKE THE CHANGE!!!

By Richard Pellegrino

October 12, 2008 1:09 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is right: hate filled rhetoric and words which are spewed daily by talk radio lead to hate filled actions and hate crimes and because of the precarious racial tensions in this country the candidates have a special responsibility to carefully weigh their words and characterizations. Does that place the “white candidates” with an unfair burden—no, because Obama has to do the same and has done so, repudiating any reverse-prejudice comment made by his friends in the past. In fact, he has not run a pro-Black campaign at all but a pro-people campaign. He has not attacked McCains personal associations with convicted felons and right wing, white supremacist pastors—so Palin better lay off any of Obama’s past associations. Lewis is right when he says that they are playing with a fire which could explode in their faces with unprecedented violence in this country while people are so economically unsure and seeking scapegoats.

By ERIC

October 12, 2008 1:11 AM | Link to this

I BACK EVERYTHING LEWIS SAID, I LISTEN TO SOME OF THE RALLY’S . PEOPLE WERE YELLING KILL OBAMA HE’S A TERRORIST. JOHN MCCAIN IS A GOOD MAN, HE’S JUST LET BIGOTS LIKE SEAN HANNITY PUT STUFF IN HIS HEAD.

By Richard Pellegrino

October 12, 2008 1:18 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is right: hate filled rhetoric and words which are spewed daily by talk radio lead to hate filled actions and hate crimes and because of the precarious racial tensions in this country the candidates have a special responsibility to carefully weigh their words and characterizations. Does that place the “white candidates” with an unfair burden—no, because Obama has to do the same and has done so, repudiating any reverse-prejudice comment made by his friends in the past. In fact, he has not run a pro-Black campaign at all but a pro-people campaign. He has not attacked McCains personal associations with convicted felons and right wing, white supremacist pastors—so Palin better lay off any of Obama’s past associations. Lewis is right when he says that they are playing with a fire which could explode in their faces with unprecedented violence in this country while people are so economically unsure and seeking scapegoats.

By KenC

October 12, 2008 1:34 AM | Link to this

Just like that RACIST hoesa, in Cumming…

” We don’t have a REASON to be here, we have a right.” Then got run out of town.

john lewis is a BLACK RACIST from the word GO, just like mlk, andrew young and on and on.

Check with the Memphis Police Dept…

They were called to the Lorrine motel two nights before king got it… seems a loud party was in a couple rooms.

They took these B&W photos of old king with some of his white women in the bed…

That’s why I celebrate April 4 James Earl Ray Day !!!!!!!!!

By Lyn

October 12, 2008 1:35 AM | Link to this

“STEVE-O” “TYE”…wins award for most whimpy, pip-squeak names on blog…looks like I hit a nerve, YES white people are fed up w/N—-ers & all their ghetto ways: YES, McCain will win, YES whites will vote for him…just wait until after election, then we’ll see whose a* is blackest. Ever heard of Freedom of Speech? Better be careful how you talk about God’s handiwork, it’s Him you’ll have to answer…am not filled w/ hate, nor demented (love the way you coined my phrase-purest form of flattery is imitation, you must be a little black monkey);-) Na-Na-Na-Nah, Na-Na-NA-Nah, hey, hey, hey Obama goo-o-o-od Bye!

By ERIC

October 12, 2008 1:40 AM | Link to this

I BACK EVERYTHING LEWIS SAID, I LISTEN TO SOME OF THE RALLY’S . PEOPLE WERE YELLING KILL OBAMA HE’S A TERRORIST. JOHN MCCAIN IS A GOOD MAN, HE’S JUST LET BIGOTS LIKE SEAN HANNITY PUT STUFF IN HIS HEAD.

By roberta

October 12, 2008 1:50 AM | Link to this

I will say this about Obama. He is one brave brother. Because if he wins the presidency there is gonna be one assasination attempt after another. So much for the ‘race card’.

If he was white, he would be a shoo-in/ land slide victory and in your heart of hearts you know it.

That angry McCain rally they showed on CNN took the proverbial cake. I’d love to be the fly on the wall in some of these folks houses with the McCain Palin signs in the yard to see how much of a ‘non factor’ the race card really is as they ‘play’ it daily, haaa haaaa!!!

You gotta be kidding me?!?!?

By Danielle

October 12, 2008 2:01 AM | Link to this

I find it amusing that one would call others racist, but yet utter the word “cracker” in the same sentence as Gene did in his above post. That is the ignorant mentality of so many people in this country. They don’t feel that they or their race is capable of being racist and point the finger at other ethnicities. Criticism of an opponent’s stance on the issues and their showing poor character of choosing friends or associates is not racism!

I am SO tired of the race card being played by the black community, media and Democratic politicians. It is a deflection of the real issue at hand. The real issue in this case is that Obama is not ready to be President, coupled with the fact that he associated himself with people such as Rev. Wright, Rezko and Ayers is appalling.

The Democratic party claims to be the party for the black people. Tell me, have they eradicated the problems in the inner city, did they bus the poor people out of New Orleans before Katrina or decrease black on black crime in the U.S.? The answer is no. They like to keep you thinking of yourselves as victims, so that they can continually offer you a promise of a new day if you just vote for them. Wake up to the reality of this already! You are being played.

An example of this is the current economic crisis. The Democrats wanted to lessen standards so that minorities could obtain a home. In doing so, the top level of Freddie Mac/ Fannie Mae then took a golden opportunity to take advantage of the system. Democratic leaders went before Congress in 2004 insisting that there were no problems at these 2 organizations. Then add ACORN to the mix (Obama’s bread and butter), their pressuring banks to make bad loans, created an implosion. Now a majority of these minorities who bought homes are homeless, thanks to the Dems. And all taxpayers are bailing them out. Did they honestly help the minorities in this situation? Suprise, surprise, the answer is no.

Chicago, Obama’s playground, boasts one of the worst inner cities and school systems in the nation. What has he done for them? Has he “changed” things there? Made things better? The answer is no. If he cannot fix things in one city of America, how does he expect to change things in ALL cities of America?!

Vote McCain/Palin ‘08

By sandy

October 12, 2008 2:04 AM | Link to this

It’s interesting and ironic that Barrack Obama if seeking a government job in the white house or pentagon would be unable to pass security clearance due to his association with terrorists and other risky characters, yet he can be elected as POTUS?!!! Change America, that’s what you will get- No more change left in your pockets! Obama will change everything alright. You moron entitlement seekers stand around with your hand out, EXPECTING the government to give you another freebie and you’d like nothing more than to take from the productive members of society and give to the unproductive. You’re all so enamored by the simple-minded message of Yes we can, and 95% of you have no idea of how the government really works! The other 2% keep you brainwashed so you can keep them in office and the other 3% are already dead, but have voted in OHIO, Florida, and Las Vegas thanks to Obama’s trusty fraudulent voter registration organization- ACORN. You’re all so stupid, you blame the bailout on the republicans, when it was YOUR DEMCRAP senators Dodd and Barney FRANK with the help of the militant left-wing groups that DEMANDED banks lend to EVERYONE!!! Who cares if they don’t qualify, they are entitled to own a house!! You’re all such pathetic, brain-dead, losers, and you can’t stand to have to actually work for a living. When we had some rough timesand got behind on our house note, no one came to our rescue. WE had to do it the old-fashioned way- scrimp and scape one $ at a time!

By Allison

October 12, 2008 2:22 AM | Link to this

Obama supporters are so easily manipulated and weak minded. It is scary to think that these people reside and work among us. It reminds me of cult followers who believed that their leader was the true Messiah (David Koresh, Jim Jones, Warren Jeffs).

By Ms-Abigail

October 12, 2008 2:24 AM | Link to this

I’ve been blown-away by the INGNORANCE racist-bigots have demonstrated in this blog. I’m now convinced that HATRED, BIGOTRY and IGNORANCE runs deep-deep-deep in your DNA and it’s KILLING you just as it did your forefathers. Hatred and Racism has blinded you…therefore we should never expect you to see what John Lewis or anyone with eyes has already seen.

By Clay Grant

October 12, 2008 2:40 AM | Link to this

Lewis’ comments were another well-planned and effective effort to, as Obama himself said the other die, “We will not throw the first punch, but we will throw the last.

What Lewis said HAD to be said, simply because of Palin’s comment about Obama palling around with terrorists. That statement was way, way over the line, and Lewis was right to bite back in a way that knocked McCain off his heels.

Put another way, McCain lost his goodwill with Lewis when he allowed Palin to go there. That was his choice, and with choices there are consequences.

By Clay Grant

October 12, 2008 2:41 AM | Link to this

Lewis’ comments were another well-planned and effective effort to, as Obama himself said the other die, “We will not throw the first punch, but we will throw the last.

What Lewis said HAD to be said, simply because of Palin’s comment about Obama palling around with terrorists. That statement was way, way over the line, and Lewis was right to bite back in a way that knocked McCain off his heels.

Put another way, McCain lost his goodwill with Lewis when he allowed Palin to go there. That was his choice, and with choices there are consequences.

By Clay Grant

October 12, 2008 2:41 AM | Link to this

Lewis’ comments were another well-planned and effective effort to, as Obama himself said the other day, “We will not throw the first punch, but we will throw the last.

What Lewis said HAD to be said, simply because of Palin’s comment about Obama palling around with terrorists. That statement was way, way over the line, and Lewis was right to bite back in a way that knocked McCain off his heels.

Put another way, McCain lost his goodwill with Lewis when he allowed Palin to go there. That was his choice, and with choices there are consequences.

By Kate

October 12, 2008 2:44 AM | Link to this

I have worked among many black people before and can attest to racism as well. At one job at a hospital, some black workers would gather around in the hallway discussing their dislike for white people. These conversations would be overheard by fellow staff members, patients and their families. Complaints would be forwarded to HR to no avail. The Hospital Administrator feared a backlash against other black employees and those residing in the small community. This resulted in no firings or disciplinary action.

I, myself, also became a victim of racism on Friday. While at lunch, I visited a McDonald’s restaurant, and was essentially harassed by a couple of young black men. I did nothing to provoke them. I merely went to the fountain machine to get something to drink. As soon as I arrived there, they immediately blocked the machine and kept looking at one another and said “Like Obama says, it is time for a change”. This went on for about 3 minutes until another individual walked over. When I got my food and began to walk out the door, one of them yelled something to me but I did not hear what he said.

I am a young white woman who has black friends and I don’t have a racist bone in my body. However, wrong is wrong. Whether it is white racism, black racism, etc. Racism is racism and exists among all ethnicities.My black friends attest to this and we discuss this often. If we are ever going to heal the wounds of the past, why open more wounds for the future?

By Anthony

October 12, 2008 2:53 AM | Link to this

actually the media has given mccain a pass. The Weekly Update from Media Matters for America

It isn’t surprising that the conventional wisdom is that the news media have turned on Sen. John McCain. After all, decades of attacks from conservatives have conditioned reporters to believe that they are biased against Republicans — even when there is scant evidence in the reporting to support such claims. And the McCain campaign has launched an all-out assault on the media, complaining relentlessly about the coverage its candidate has gotten.

On top of all that, McCain historically has been the recipient of the most favorable media coverage of any politician in modern American history. Reporters spent years all but offering to peel McCain a grape. So, just as the media judge a candidate to have “won” a debate if s/he “exceeds expectations,” the fact that McCain’s coverage hasn’t been as hagiographic as expected has led many to conclude that it has actually been unfairly negative.

The truth is that when John McCain says “jump,” the media still ask, “How high?” Think about this: When was the last time McCain or his campaign has wanted the news media to focus on something, and they have refused? From “lipstick on a pig” to Bill Ayers, the media have scampered after whatever mud McCain has flung, like a puppy dog chasing a stick thrown by its master. Sure, sometimes they have pointed out that McCain is lying — and that’s tremendous progress for a profession that has spent a decade flatly asserting McCain’s honesty. But — as I’ve explained in the past — even as they’ve debunked McCain’s claims, they’ve too often privileged the lie by allowing those claims to drive their coverage.

And, increasingly, they uncritically quote McCain campaign attacks on Sen. Barack Obama for things McCain himself has done. When a campaign does something like this, the media often point out the hypocrisy, and the attack backfires. But those rules don’t apply to John McCain. So when John and Cindy McCain attack Barack Obama for what they describe as a vote to “cut off the funds for the troops,” the news media dutifully repeat the charge — without noting that, by the same logic, McCain also voted to cut off funds for the troops: Obama voted against a funding bill that did not include a timeline for withdrawal; McCain voted against a bill that did include a timeline for withdrawal.

The funding vote has been the subject of some of McCain’s nastiest attacks recently. Cindy McCain, for example, claimed Obama’s “vote to not fund my son when he was serving sent a cold chill through my body” and lectured: “I would suggest that Senator Obama change shoes with me for just one day. … I suggest he take a day and go watch our fine young men and women deploy.” You would think, then, that media reporting Cindy McCain’s purported indignation would note that John McCain also voted against funding. They haven’t. Indeed, some have falsely stated the opposite — that McCain did not cast such a vote. You might even think reporters would ask the McCain campaign if Cindy McCain got a “cold chill” when her husband voted “to not fund [her] son.” But there is no indication that any reporter has done so.

But the best indication that McCain has not yet truly “lost his ‘base,’ ” as The Atlantic’s Marc Ambinder put it this week, is the glaring media double standard in covering the two presidential candidates’ controversial relationships.

Let’s start with Bill Ayers, since the news media have spent much of the week obliging McCain’s efforts to make him the focus of the campaign. As an activist in the 1960s — when Barack Obama was a young child — Bill Ayers was a member of the Weathermen, a group of radical activists who launched a series of violent demonstrations and bombings in protest of the Vietnam War. Ayers is now a professor at the University of Illinois in Chicago and a school reform advocate. During Obama’s first campaign, Ayers hosted a coffee for him, and the two men have served together on the board of a school reform effort funded by a foundation chaired by Leonore Annenberg, who has endorsed John McCain. The New York Times concluded that Obama and Ayers “do not appear to have been close,” and Obama has denounced Ayers’ actions as a member of the Weathermen.

A search* of the Nexis database found that more than 4,500 news reports so far this year have mentioned Obama and Ayers — more than 1,800 this week alone.

Now: G. Gordon Liddy. Liddy served four and a half years in prison for his role in the break-ins at the Watergate and at Daniel Ellsberg’s psychologist’s office. He has acknowledged preparing to kill someone during the Ellsberg break-in “if necessary.” He plotted to kill journalist Jack Anderson. He plotted with a “gangland figure” to murder Howard Hunt in order to thwart an investigation. He plotted to firebomb the Brookings Institution. He used Nazi terminology to outline a plan to kidnap “leftist guerillas” at the 1972 GOP convention. And Liddy’s bad acts were not confined to the early 1970s. In the 1990s, he instructed his radio audience on how to shoot Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms agents (“Go for a head shot; they’re going to be wearing bulletproof vests.” In case anyone missed the subtlety of his point, Liddy also insisted: “Kill the sons of b***.”) During Bill Clinton’s presidency, Liddy boasted that he named his shooting targets after the Clintons.

What does Liddy have to do with the presidential election? As Media Matters has noted:

McCain even backed Liddy’s son’s congressional bid in 2000 — a campaign that relied heavily on the elder Liddy’s history.

To sum up: John McCain is “proud” of his “old friend” Gordon Liddy — an old friend who plotted to kill one of the most respected journalists in American history, and who urged listeners to kill federal agents and advised them on how to do so. McCain campaigned for Liddy’s son, and Liddy has even hosted a fundraiser for McCain at his home.

So McCain’s relationship with Liddy is pretty much a direct parallel to Obama’s relationship with Ayers. Except that McCain and Liddy have apparently spent time together more recently than Obama and Ayers. And Liddy’s extremist activities continued well into the 1990s, at least. And Liddy says he and McCain are “old friends,” while The New York Times says Obama and Ayers aren’t close. And Obama has never said Ayers adheres to “the principles and philosophies that keep our nation great.” Other than all that, it’s a direct parallel.

Yet even as they obsess over Barack Obama and Bill Ayers — just as the McCain campaign tells them to — the news media have all but ignored John McCain’s close ties to Gordon Liddy. A Nexis search** finds fewer than 100 news reports that have mentioned McCain and Liddy this year.

As Chicago Tribune columnist Steve Chapman — who has criticized Obama’s relationship with Ayers — has noted:

To repeat:

Incredibly, The Atlantic’s Ambinder today suggests that the media have not covered Ayers: “To truly drive Ayers into the public conversation, to trick what they consider an irredeemably biased press corps into biting, McCain has three vehicles gassed up and ready to go. … So far, McCain has done none of those things.” There are 1,800 Nexis hits for Barack Obama and Bill Ayers in the past week, and yet Marc Ambinder thinks the media have not bitten on the Ayers “story” — and that McCain, who is running ads about Ayers, isn’t “really serious” about pushing it, anyway. Even Steve Schmidt would likely be too embarrassed to try to claim that the media have not covered Bill Ayers.

Incidentally, Ambinder doesn’t seem to have ever mentioned McCain’s relationship to Liddy.

Not only have the media avoided stand-alone reports on McCain and Liddy, they consistently fail to bring up the connection when reporting on McCain’s attacks on Obama’s ties to Ayers, or in interviews with McCain staff who bring up Ayers. The McCain/Liddy relationship is such an obvious parallel — except arguably much worse — that it’s hard to imagine how any evenhanded journalist could possibly justify ignoring it. Yet it happens again and again. And, needless to say, McCain aides do not get badgered about Liddy the way Time’s Mark Halperin badgered Obama aide Robert Gibbs about Ayers.

Just this morning, NBC’s Chuck Todd said he is “sure” Ayers will come up during the final presidential debate next week, adding that moderator Bob Schieffer “may feel no choice but to bring it up” in light of the “TV ads” the McCain campaign and Republican National Committee are running. Setting aside the absurdity of the suggestion that a debate moderator is compelled to bring up a topic simply because John McCain is running ads about it, if Schieffer does ask about Ayers, basic fairness demands that he ask McCain about Liddy as well.

OK … moving on. How about controversial religious figures? Earlier this year, Media Matters showed that The New York Times and The Washington Post had published a total of 161 articles, editorials, and opinion pieces that mentioned Barack Obama and Jeremiah Wright — and only 12 that mentioned John McCain and John Hagee. That disparity wasn’t unique to the Times and the Post — and it hasn’t evened out over time.

161 to 12.

Land deals? Barack Obama once bought a parcel of land from a controversial donor named Tony Rezko. Obama paid more than the land’s assessed value — but that hasn’t stopped the news media from suggesting Obama had an improper relationship with Rezko.

Comparatively little attention has been paid to John McCain’s relationship with real estate developer Donald Diamond. Diamond, a co-chair of McCain’s campaign finance committee, has raised more than $250,000 for McCain’s presidential bid and is a “close personal friend” and longtime political patron. For his part, McCain has sponsored two bills sought by Diamond that helped the developer gain what The New York Times described as “millions of dollars and thousands of acres” of land. And McCain helped Diamond buy another parcel of land from the U.S. Army — a deal that helped Diamond turn a $20 million profit. The Washington Post and USA Today have identified other land deals McCain has facilitated as senator that have benefited some of his biggest donors and fundraisers.

Yet a Media Matters review last month found that five national newspapers had run a total of 39 articles, editorials, and opinion pieces that mentioned Obama and Rezko — but only seven that mentioned McCain and his donors’ land deals:

39 to 7.

And, of course, there’s always Charles Keating. The news media have done their best to ignore McCain’s involvement in the Keating Five — and, when they have mentioned it, they’ve done so by parroting the McCain-friendly storyline that the scandal turned the Arizona senator into the World’s Greatest Reformer. Even this week, after the Obama campaign drew attention to McCain’s involvement in the Keating Five with a Web page and a 13-minute documentary featuring one of the regulators McCain pressured on behalf of his political benefactor, the media have paid far more attention to Obama’s relationship with Bill Ayers than to McCain’s relationship with Keating. And when they have mentioned Keating, they have often questioned the propriety of the Obama campaign’s decision to bring up the subject.

Remember: Barack Obama didn’t have anything to do with Bill Ayers’ wrongdoing. He was a young child at the time. McCain did have something to do with Keating’s wrongdoing — without McCain, the scandal would have been called the Keating Four, not the Keating Five.

And yet the media are quick to dismiss the Keating matter. When the topic came up on MSNBC earlier this week, Andrea Mitchell dismissed it as having occurred 20 years ago. Well, sure. But McCain was involved in it 20 years ago, unlike Bill Ayers’ controversial activities, which occurred closer to 40 years ago, and which Barack Obama didn’t have anything to do with.

The American people have made clear that they think the most important consideration in deciding who to vote for is the economy. An astounding 52 percent of Americans call “the economy and jobs” the “most important” issue to them in this election, according to the latest CBS/New York Times poll. Terrorism and national security came in a distant second, with only 11 percent.

John McCain and his campaign have made clear that they do not want the last few weeks of this campaign to be about the economy, the war in Iraq, Afghanistan, health care, the housing crisis, or the Constitution. They want it to be about personal associations.

Incredibly, much of the news media have sided with John McCain in treating Bill Ayers and ACORN as the most important topic facing the nation. Even worse, they are scrutinizing only Obama’s relationships, not McCain’s. It’s bad enough that they’re letting McCain, rather than the American people, set the parameters of the debate. The fact that they aren’t applying those parameters to both candidates equally is an inexcusable double-standard.

By HighPriestess

October 12, 2008 2:55 AM | Link to this

For you McCain/Palin Supporters:

My People Perish for Lack of Knowledge Hosea 4:6

By Stan

October 12, 2008 2:55 AM | Link to this

Voting for McCain because you do not want to vote for a black man= racism Voting for Obama because you do not want to vote for a white man= racism

Do you see the logic? There is absolutely no difference between the two thought processes. Racism exists in the white AND black communities.

By Anthony

October 12, 2008 2:58 AM | Link to this

actually the media has given mccain a pass. The Weekly Update from Media Matters for America

It isn’t surprising that the conventional wisdom is that the news media have turned on Sen. John McCain. After all, decades of attacks from conservatives have conditioned reporters to believe that they are biased against Republicans — even when there is scant evidence in the reporting to support such claims. And the McCain campaign has launched an all-out assault on the media, complaining relentlessly about the coverage its candidate has gotten.

On top of all that, McCain historically has been the recipient of the most favorable media coverage of any politician in modern American history. Reporters spent years all but offering to peel McCain a grape. So, just as the media judge a candidate to have “won” a debate if s/he “exceeds expectations,” the fact that McCain’s coverage hasn’t been as hagiographic as expected has led many to conclude that it has actually been unfairly negative.

The truth is that when John McCain says “jump,” the media still ask, “How high?” Think about this: When was the last time McCain or his campaign has wanted the news media to focus on something, and they have refused? From “lipstick on a pig” to Bill Ayers, the media have scampered after whatever mud McCain has flung, like a puppy dog chasing a stick thrown by its master. Sure, sometimes they have pointed out that McCain is lying — and that’s tremendous progress for a profession that has spent a decade flatly asserting McCain’s honesty. But — as I’ve explained in the past — even as they’ve debunked McCain’s claims, they’ve too often privileged the lie by allowing those claims to drive their coverage.

And, increasingly, they uncritically quote McCain campaign attacks on Sen. Barack Obama for things McCain himself has done. When a campaign does something like this, the media often point out the hypocrisy, and the attack backfires. But those rules don’t apply to John McCain. So when John and Cindy McCain attack Barack Obama for what they describe as a vote to “cut off the funds for the troops,” the news media dutifully repeat the charge — without noting that, by the same logic, McCain also voted to cut off funds for the troops: Obama voted against a funding bill that did not include a timeline for withdrawal; McCain voted against a bill that did include a timeline for withdrawal.

The funding vote has been the subject of some of McCain’s nastiest attacks recently. Cindy McCain, for example, claimed Obama’s “vote to not fund my son when he was serving sent a cold chill through my body” and lectured: “I would suggest that Senator Obama change shoes with me for just one day. … I suggest he take a day and go watch our fine young men and women deploy.” You would think, then, that media reporting Cindy McCain’s purported indignation would note that John McCain also voted against funding. They haven’t. Indeed, some have falsely stated the opposite — that McCain did not cast such a vote. You might even think reporters would ask the McCain campaign if Cindy McCain got a “cold chill” when her husband voted “to not fund [her] son.” But there is no indication that any reporter has done so.

But the best indication that McCain has not yet truly “lost his ‘base,’ ” as The Atlantic’s Marc Ambinder put it this week, is the glaring media double standard in covering the two presidential candidates’ controversial relationships.

Let’s start with Bill Ayers, since the news media have spent much of the week obliging McCain’s efforts to make him the focus of the campaign. As an activist in the 1960s — when Barack Obama was a young child — Bill Ayers was a member of the Weathermen, a group of radical activists who launched a series of violent demonstrations and bombings in protest of the Vietnam War. Ayers is now a professor at the University of Illinois in Chicago and a school reform advocate. During Obama’s first campaign, Ayers hosted a coffee for him, and the two men have served together on the board of a school reform effort funded by a foundation chaired by Leonore Annenberg, who has endorsed John McCain. The New York Times concluded that Obama and Ayers “do not appear to have been close,” and Obama has denounced Ayers’ actions as a member of the Weathermen.

A search* of the Nexis database found that more than 4,500 news reports so far this year have mentioned Obama and Ayers — more than 1,800 this week alone.

Now: G. Gordon Liddy. Liddy served four and a half years in prison for his role in the break-ins at the Watergate and at Daniel Ellsberg’s psychologist’s office. He has acknowledged preparing to kill someone during the Ellsberg break-in “if necessary.” He plotted to kill journalist Jack Anderson. He plotted with a “gangland figure” to murder Howard Hunt in order to thwart an investigation. He plotted to firebomb the Brookings Institution. He used Nazi terminology to outline a plan to kidnap “leftist guerillas” at the 1972 GOP convention. And Liddy’s bad acts were not confined to the early 1970s. In the 1990s, he instructed his radio audience on how to shoot Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms agents (“Go for a head shot; they’re going to be wearing bulletproof vests.” In case anyone missed the subtlety of his point, Liddy also insisted: “Kill the sons of b***.”) During Bill Clinton’s presidency, Liddy boasted that he named his shooting targets after the Clintons.

What does Liddy have to do with the presidential election? As Media Matters has noted:

McCain even backed Liddy’s son’s congressional bid in 2000 — a campaign that relied heavily on the elder Liddy’s history.

To sum up: John McCain is “proud” of his “old friend” Gordon Liddy — an old friend who plotted to kill one of the most respected journalists in American history, and who urged listeners to kill federal agents and advised them on how to do so. McCain campaigned for Liddy’s son, and Liddy has even hosted a fundraiser for McCain at his home.

So McCain’s relationship with Liddy is pretty much a direct parallel to Obama’s relationship with Ayers. Except that McCain and Liddy have apparently spent time together more recently than Obama and Ayers. And Liddy’s extremist activities continued well into the 1990s, at least. And Liddy says he and McCain are “old friends,” while The New York Times says Obama and Ayers aren’t close. And Obama has never said Ayers adheres to “the principles and philosophies that keep our nation great.” Other than all that, it’s a direct parallel.

Yet even as they obsess over Barack Obama and Bill Ayers — just as the McCain campaign tells them to — the news media have all but ignored John McCain’s close ties to Gordon Liddy. A Nexis search** finds fewer than 100 news reports that have mentioned McCain and Liddy this year.

As Chicago Tribune columnist Steve Chapman — who has criticized Obama’s relationship with Ayers — has noted:

To repeat:

Incredibly, The Atlantic’s Ambinder today suggests that the media have not covered Ayers: “To truly drive Ayers into the public conversation, to trick what they consider an irredeemably biased press corps into biting, McCain has three vehicles gassed up and ready to go. … So far, McCain has done none of those things.” There are 1,800 Nexis hits for Barack Obama and Bill Ayers in the past week, and yet Marc Ambinder thinks the media have not bitten on the Ayers “story” — and that McCain, who is running ads about Ayers, isn’t “really serious” about pushing it, anyway. Even Steve Schmidt would likely be too embarrassed to try to claim that the media have not covered Bill Ayers.

Incidentally, Ambinder doesn’t seem to have ever mentioned McCain’s relationship to Liddy.

Not only have the media avoided stand-alone reports on McCain and Liddy, they consistently fail to bring up the connection when reporting on McCain’s attacks on Obama’s ties to Ayers, or in interviews with McCain staff who bring up Ayers. The McCain/Liddy relationship is such an obvious parallel — except arguably much worse — that it’s hard to imagine how any evenhanded journalist could possibly justify ignoring it. Yet it happens again and again. And, needless to say, McCain aides do not get badgered about Liddy the way Time’s Mark Halperin badgered Obama aide Robert Gibbs about Ayers.

Just this morning, NBC’s Chuck Todd said he is “sure” Ayers will come up during the final presidential debate next week, adding that moderator Bob Schieffer “may feel no choice but to bring it up” in light of the “TV ads” the McCain campaign and Republican National Committee are running. Setting aside the absurdity of the suggestion that a debate moderator is compelled to bring up a topic simply because John McCain is running ads about it, if Schieffer does ask about Ayers, basic fairness demands that he ask McCain about Liddy as well.

OK … moving on. How about controversial religious figures? Earlier this year, Media Matters showed that The New York Times and The Washington Post had published a total of 161 articles, editorials, and opinion pieces that mentioned Barack Obama and Jeremiah Wright — and only 12 that mentioned John McCain and John Hagee. That disparity wasn’t unique to the Times and the Post — and it hasn’t evened out over time.

161 to 12.

Land deals? Barack Obama once bought a parcel of land from a controversial donor named Tony Rezko. Obama paid more than the land’s assessed value — but that hasn’t stopped the news media from suggesting Obama had an improper relationship with Rezko.

Comparatively little attention has been paid to John McCain’s relationship with real estate developer Donald Diamond. Diamond, a co-chair of McCain’s campaign finance committee, has raised more than $250,000 for McCain’s presidential bid and is a “close personal friend” and longtime political patron. For his part, McCain has sponsored two bills sought by Diamond that helped the developer gain what The New York Times described as “millions of dollars and thousands of acres” of land. And McCain helped Diamond buy another parcel of land from the U.S. Army — a deal that helped Diamond turn a $20 million profit. The Washington Post and USA Today have identified other land deals McCain has facilitated as senator that have benefited some of his biggest donors and fundraisers.

Yet a Media Matters review last month found that five national newspapers had run a total of 39 articles, editorials, and opinion pieces that mentioned Obama and Rezko — but only seven that mentioned McCain and his donors’ land deals:

39 to 7.

And, of course, there’s always Charles Keating. The news media have done their best to ignore McCain’s involvement in the Keating Five — and, when they have mentioned it, they’ve done so by parroting the McCain-friendly storyline that the scandal turned the Arizona senator into the World’s Greatest Reformer. Even this week, after the Obama campaign drew attention to McCain’s involvement in the Keating Five with a Web page and a 13-minute documentary featuring one of the regulators McCain pressured on behalf of his political benefactor, the media have paid far more attention to Obama’s relationship with Bill Ayers than to McCain’s relationship with Keating. And when they have mentioned Keating, they have often questioned the propriety of the Obama campaign’s decision to bring up the subject.

Remember: Barack Obama didn’t have anything to do with Bill Ayers’ wrongdoing. He was a young child at the time. McCain did have something to do with Keating’s wrongdoing — without McCain, the scandal would have been called the Keating Four, not the Keating Five.

And yet the media are quick to dismiss the Keating matter. When the topic came up on MSNBC earlier this week, Andrea Mitchell dismissed it as having occurred 20 years ago. Well, sure. But McCain was involved in it 20 years ago, unlike Bill Ayers’ controversial activities, which occurred closer to 40 years ago, and which Barack Obama didn’t have anything to do with.

The American people have made clear that they think the most important consideration in deciding who to vote for is the economy. An astounding 52 percent of Americans call “the economy and jobs” the “most important” issue to them in this election, according to the latest CBS/New York Times poll. Terrorism and national security came in a distant second, with only 11 percent.

John McCain and his campaign have made clear that they do not want the last few weeks of this campaign to be about the economy, the war in Iraq, Afghanistan, health care, the housing crisis, or the Constitution. They want it to be about personal associations.

Incredibly, much of the news media have sided with John McCain in treating Bill Ayers and ACORN as the most important topic facing the nation. Even worse, they are scrutinizing only Obama’s relationships, not McCain’s. It’s bad enough that they’re letting McCain, rather than the American people, set the parameters of the debate. The fact that they aren’t applying those parameters to both candidates equally is an inexcusable double-standard.

By Ms-Abigail

October 12, 2008 3:09 AM | Link to this

I’ve been blown-away by the INGNORANCE racist-bigots have demonstrated in this blog. I’m now convinced that HATRED, BIGOTRY and IGNORANCE runs deep-deep-deep in your DNA and it’s KILLING you just as it did your forefathers. Hatred and Racism has blinded you…therefore we should never expect you to see what John Lewis or anyone with eyes has already seen.

By Gail

October 12, 2008 3:09 AM | Link to this

A person using the term “priestess” to quote from the Bible is priceless to say the least.

Definition of Priestess: “A woman who presides over religious rites, especially in pagan religions”.

Definition of Pagan: “A person who is not a Christian, Jew, or Muslim”.

Typical Obama supporter, doesn’t have a clue about the true meaning of things. LMAO

By Stan

October 12, 2008 3:24 AM | Link to this

Anthony, we read your post the first time, although it took 10 minutes to do so. Do you have “little man syndrome” or something ? Sheesh! LMAO

By Walter

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

George Will was right, John McCain is Don Quixote and Palin is his Sancho Panza.

While the economy is in the tank McCain is attacking normal intelligent Americans and she is pointing the way.

Who is in charge of this campaign, McCain or Palin or First VP dude?

America does not need John McCain or Palin.

On election day introduce them to the political ash can of history where they can join George Wallace, Hitler and Stalin.

By Memphis Cop

October 12, 2008 5:07 AM | Link to this

I know about the photos of King in bed with white girls two nights before he got killed.

The negs still exist somewhere, let’s show them, then rebuke King day once and for all, it is a sick worthless holiday.

Ask Andrew Young about his white women that night in Memphis, we were there we know, we took the photo’s.

King in bed with two white girls, was he baptising them ? With what ? A lot of Jack Daniels…. I know that, I saw it.

Just yet a true story of black racist’s doing what they always will… John Lewis is as racist as any Klan member, if not more so. He is also THE dumbest person ever in congress, which speaks volumes about Atlanta.

King,Young,Abernathy,Lowery,Lewis, ALL black supremacists, liars, cheats, w******* mongers, Truth hurts, but blacks are followers, NOT leaders !!!

By Ben

October 12, 2008 6:07 AM | Link to this

Everyone is seeming to misunderstand who has the potential to lose this election. I’ve watched the whole scene unfold and I’ve wondered why McCain/Palin haven’t done more to get the American public to understand who they are voting for. If McCain/Palin loses, we lose. Bottom Line. To make people understand what Obama stands for is to show who he is friends with, and well as who he considers his “mentors”. If you put Obama in the office of the President of the United States, be prepared. For the worst! He is not a proud American running for the highest office in our country, his actions and associations have proven this. We have not seen in our life times what we’re about to witness. Understand this, be careful about why you vote for your candidate. If you really think that your candidate will bring about a change that is good, great! Just don’t be confused with the facts of the matter. We’re suffering in our economy since the Democrats took control of Congress, not since Bush became President. He hasn’t been perfect, but he isn’t what he is being made out to be. Also, the whole Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac problems? The main players behind this whole fiasco, bringing our economy to it’s knees? They now are on Obama’s payroll. I hope the change we get is the change you’re looking for.

By shcdav269

October 12, 2008 6:56 AM | Link to this

I am an undecided voter.

However, I feel the comments reguarly made by Sarah Palin are offensive. I was leaning toward John McCain, until he picked Sarah Palin as a running mate, should something happen to him I can’t see this country being run by someone of her character.

Mr. Lewis made some good points, I have felt that Palin more than McCain has shown racial overtones in most of her speeches.

This is not a time for white vs black conversations, it is a time for the American people to pull together, leave the racist comments for another day/preferably never.

By Rufus Paige

October 12, 2008 7:03 AM | Link to this

All the lies just to get a vote. You know if you look back at this election Barack Obama has focused on the rights and welfare of the middle class who are suffering. God has a way of letting people know the truth. The crash of wall street, gas pices, losing homes and jobs. What more will it take to see who go us in this mess. I know that people who hate just to be hating people for no reason will always hate. They will take it to their grave. But the time is now and anybody that feels the pain of the economy knows that John McCain and all his lies will be the end of America economy. Who wants to risk such a thing? Nobody and thats the majority of the people will not stand for the lies towards Barack Obama. I believe America will be shock to see the landslide to victory for America by electing Barack Obama as President of the United States of America 2008. The first shall be last and the last shall be first.

By Rarl Kove

October 12, 2008 7:05 AM | Link to this

OBAMA Video, must be over 18 to view…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK5TprmkgRw&feature=related

By Chris

October 12, 2008 7:08 AM | Link to this

The Race Card. How in the heck can we ever move forward when the blacks always try using the race card. Get over yourself, this is the year 2008. Look all around you and you see hispanics, asians, middle eastern people from all walks of life prospering in America. Yet the blacks still blame their own self induced failures on whites. ???

By Chris

October 12, 2008 7:12 AM | Link to this

The Race Card. How in the heck can we ever move forward when the blacks always try using the race card. Get over yourself, this is the year 2008. Look all around you and you see hispanics, asians, middle eastern people from all walks of life prospering in America. Yet the blacks still blame their own self induced failures on whites.

By laidback and lucky

October 12, 2008 7:16 AM | Link to this

Has anybody heard from Jessie? I want to hear what he’s got to say.

By shields

October 12, 2008 7:29 AM | Link to this

Cong. Lewis is a dinosaur who only represents blacks in our district. he can’t even say minorities or economically challenged because he could care less about Hispanics or this white man’s 401(k). Obama has gotten every pass imaginable, the press or competitors aren’t even allowed to ask tough questions w/o cries of racism. He’ll win, then blame any troubles on Bush etc. I’d just like Lewis to go away like Cynthia.

By Jack

October 12, 2008 7:39 AM | Link to this

Lewis said he was “deeply disturbed”. I’ll go along with that.

By keith

October 12, 2008 7:41 AM | Link to this

Are we really surprised ay Mr. Lewis (Buckwheat) comments ?

By JW

October 12, 2008 7:42 AM | Link to this

John Lewis has a perspective that few others do. He could have found a better way to make his point. However, truth is truth. The the treament of Blacks was deplorable. Few spoke out against it. Words and innuendo were often the weapons of choice.

This is a new new day in the democratic party. What the GOP got away with over the past 12-15 years is not be accepted. Tone it down or be called on it.

By keith

October 12, 2008 7:47 AM | Link to this

Are we really surprised ay Mr. Lewis (Buckwheat) comments ?

By John McCain

October 12, 2008 7:54 AM | Link to this

We, America conservatives, are getting to arrogant with stupidity! Did you hear my crowds wanted to hang and kill Barack Hussien Obama cause he’s an Arab? Did you hear one of my campaign chairman Bobby May stated that Obama will get Ludacris to paint the White House black? This isnt new, remember in 2000 presidential race I hired hired Richard Quinn, founder and editor in chief of Southern Heritage Magazine who stated Nelson Mandela a terrorist, King a man whose role in history was to lead his people into a perpetual dependence on the welfare state; a terrible bondage of body and soul, and hyping former Ku Klux Klan leader David Duke by asking, What better way to reject politics as usual than to elect a maverick like David Duke? And what about my running mate, you know the dumb hockey mom who ran for governor on the bridge to nowhere campaign that I dearly oppose of and have more experience than your boy Obama cause she is closer to Russia, she loves telling you Joe Sixpacks that Obama is a terrorists? Next is my beautiful young wife (the one who plaster on the makeup like a trollop), the rich girl homewrecker who denies her half sister, lied about meeting Mother Teresa, will never reveal her tax returns, who is prouder American than Michelle Obama because she was born with a silver spoon in her mouth , defending working moms when she never had to work ever in her life and who brung that Asian baby without my permission to remind me on my POW days (she must didnt hear when I said I hated the gooks as long as I live), has been so high popping pills in her Arz Diamondbacks owner suite thinking she is Diana, Princess of Wales. And me, who was born in Central America, wants to continue to build a wall to keep out the Hispanics, for years oppose the national holiday for some black civil rights leader named Martin L. King then made a visit to Memphis on the 40th anniversary of King’s assassination just to get black votes (remember, I graduated from a segregated private high school in Virginia the year of Brown v. Board of Education, which my memoir states The Episcopal High School class of 1954 was all male and all white), I endorse George Wallace Jr., a frequent speaker at white supremacist events, I called the children “tar babies” in answering a question about divorced fathers and child support and I treated black sailors with disrespect and scorn; refusing to release my detailed military record that includes incidents issues with black sailors. I love showing you my racist, bigot & homophobic side! Now Im sadden that John Lewis has pull out that old race card! Lets see if it can trump my campaign! You see, Im no Maverick just a butthole! I got two jokes for you before I go that I share with my fellow colleagues: Question: Why does Mexican beer have two “X’s” on the label? Answer: Because wetbacks always need a co-signer. Why is Chelsea Clinton so ugly? Because Janet Reno is her father.
Im John McCain and I approve this message!

By stephen

October 12, 2008 7:56 AM | Link to this

By these comments you can tell you are in GEORGIA this is one of the most race divided places in the WORLD yeah Black and WHITE this is really crazy I am so glad I moved away from all you ignorant b*******

By JW

October 12, 2008 7:56 AM | Link to this

It’s sorta funny when you think about it but this presidential race, from the primaries to selection of candidates; from the beginning to the end of the election; for both Republicans and Democrats alike; can be likened to a dog sitting in the road licking himself, when unfortunately he’s run over and killed by an automobile.

The driver of the car depends on who you personally are supporting in the election, as can be evidenced by the posts submitted on this article.

“Drive on, America!”

By Larryg

October 12, 2008 8:09 AM | Link to this

What’s the news? Lewis has, like Jackson, Sharpton and a host of other democrat mutts, made a career out of whining about race. No news here. Just another whiney little liberal snit playing the race card. Lewis and others of his ilk are more racist a than any others in this country. Pathetic and contemptible.

By Rarl Kove

October 12, 2008 8:22 AM | Link to this

OBAMA Video, must be over 18 to view…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK5TprmkgRw&feature=related

By rightthinker

October 12, 2008 8:24 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is an old fool whose opinion is irrelevant.

By Matt the Brave

October 12, 2008 8:25 AM | Link to this

As some political insider put it a LONG time ago, the politicians on the Democratic side are going to push American into voting Barak Obama into office because of race and the guilt involved with not voting for a black person. I think that Obama is an upstanding man, and believe that he has a few good ideas, but I honestly feel as if he’s just toeing the party line more and more these days.

Do your homework, read the whole statements, and make sure to be an educated voter. 24 days!

By Mike

October 12, 2008 8:26 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is a disgrace.

By dawggirl

October 12, 2008 8:26 AM | Link to this

This is the exact kind of crap we’ll have to listen to for four years if Obama is elected. Any attack on his policies, his ideas, his plans will all be met with cries of racism. Any political cartoon that is critical, any journalist clear-headed enough to criticize him will branded as a racist. It’s funny that the ONLY time I’ve heard race mentioned in this campaign is when Obama and his supporters bring it up. Obama says “They will tell you I don’t look like the other presidents”…no one in McCain’s camp has ever said anything like that. It’s always Obama and now Lewis. McCain’s campaign has brought up obvious flaws in Obama’s judgment over the years. Rev. Wright, Tony Rezco, ACORN, Ayers…because Obama has managed to have no relevant voting record and he has very little experience in politics to look at, a voter has to look to other decisions he’s made to determine if he’ll be a good president. Paling around with these folks doesn’t speak well of his ability to make good decisions. I was taught that you will be judged by the company you keep. Obama’s company doesn’t give me confidence of someone who will make good decisions for this country.

By Gram

October 12, 2008 8:28 AM | Link to this

If Hussein is elected, GOD HELP US ALL!

By jwatl

October 12, 2008 8:31 AM | Link to this

John Lewis should be respected for what he did in the 60’s, BUT that was over 40 years ago. A lot has changed, and he needs to quit playing the ‘victim card’, and quit trying to have a pity party each time someone says something he does not like. If this race is any indication of what an Obama administration will be like (to wit, each time someone says something critical of Obama, then automatically the one voicing an opinion is a racist), then Mr. Obama will be a one term president.

John Lewis would probably do all a favor to retire from politics and let some younger stalwart move forward. He apparently just can’t do it — bless his heart!

By Tom

October 12, 2008 8:33 AM | Link to this

It says a lot about Obama’s supporters when they cannot reasonably conclude that many of us who do not like, do not trust, and do not want Obama do so out of reasonable worries about his politics and choice of associates.

When you need Fidel Castro to jump to your defense, really, who does that say more about?

By Bonedaddy

October 12, 2008 8:33 AM | Link to this

John Lewis just made up my mind. GO MCCAIN.

By George

October 12, 2008 8:33 AM | Link to this

AND THE BEAT GOES ON….. RACE/JOHN LEWIS/ IF HE WAS SOO CLOSE TO MLK, THEN WHY DIDN’T HE GET SHOT…

By jon gill

October 12, 2008 8:34 AM | Link to this

When they allow people to shout racist remarks and “kill em” without comment, yes it does add to the negative. McCain has actualy been less negative than his brainless running mate. Lewis went too far of course, but some of the argument is valid.

By George

October 12, 2008 8:36 AM | Link to this

AND THE BEAT GOES ON….. RACE/JOHN LEWIS/ IF HE WAS SOO CLOSE TO MLK, THEN WHY DIDN’T HE GET SHOT…

By Terry

October 12, 2008 8:38 AM | Link to this

Larryg. Your comment is right on. Pathetic. And others who says John Lewis is a dinosaur. I have lived in most of my life in Atlanta and the most racist people I know are the blacks. I have 50-50 white friends and black friends. My white friends never talk about race. It is not an issue with us. We don’t think of a person as a color. A person is a person. However, I also have heard blacks in their little groups talking about how they don’t like white people. This is really making me sick and I am ashamed that Mr. Lewis is from Atlanta. We are not like this.

By Candace

October 12, 2008 8:39 AM | Link to this

If I didn’t know any better you all sound racist to me.

By Get over it

October 12, 2008 8:44 AM | Link to this

I am a Democrat who will NOT be voting for Obama. He, his blind followers, and people like John Lewis have ensure that. I will write in someone else’s name on my ballot. Hell, I may vote for Cynthia McKinney to keep the racist people from within my own party from calling me racist. That way I could vote for a woman and an AA.

By Gram

October 12, 2008 8:45 AM | Link to this

From ‘Audacity of Hope’ (By Barrack Hussein Obama): “I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction.” If that isn’t enough to scare you, then Lord Help Us!

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 8:47 AM | Link to this

Gail,

Typical Republican. Thinking she has the authority to speak for God.

By Yolanda

October 12, 2008 8:48 AM | Link to this

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

By Cream

October 12, 2008 8:48 AM | Link to this

Why is anyone playing the race card?! He is just as much white as he is black! Good grief he is not a black man. He is a Bi-racial man. Why can’t anyone except that fact?

By bda

October 12, 2008 8:48 AM | Link to this

Wasn’t it a white man that was caught fighting with the Taliban? I don’t think the name ‘Hussein’ has anything to do with who a person really is.

God help us all is correct, because their seems to not be a God-fearing Christian to be found!

By Tired of Politics

October 12, 2008 8:51 AM | Link to this

I suppose the black community doesn’t think that John Lewis’s statement was hateful, divisive or racially motivated. I suppose they don’t think the foul things that spew from Rev. Wright’s mouth are hateful, divisive or racially motivated. I suppose they don’t see how Ayers’ lament that he didn’t do enough bombing is hateful, divisive or racially motivated. How hypocritical can you people be?

Obama’s tacit approval of Lewis’s comments tells me he is not the man of change he says he is but just more of the same political dung that’s stunk up American politics for years.

By mack

October 12, 2008 8:51 AM | Link to this

I just can’t get past the name of “Barack Hussein Osama of being our next president. If he is not Muslim, he sure has the name! I’m not against a black man or woman of any color being our next president. But this man has too many bad links with poeple I dont’ want to have power over Ameriaca in any way.

By bda

October 12, 2008 8:52 AM | Link to this

Wasn’t it a white man that was caught fighting with the Taliban? I don’t think the name ‘Hussein’ has anything to do with who a person really is.

God help us all is correct, because their seems to not be a God-fearing Christian to be found!

By Jake Johnson

October 12, 2008 8:55 AM | Link to this

I suspect that many of the people here who are disagreeing with Lewis haven’t read the newspapers recently. At recent rallies, McCain supporters have shouted that Obama should be killed and that he is a terrorist.

One side of me ones to hope that these demonstrations mean McCain is gone, that this is just the live-wrestling crowd who Palin has brought into the foreground. The other side of me worries that the live-wrestling crowd may vote.

By T

October 12, 2008 8:56 AM | Link to this

Remember folks, Lewis was not originally an Obama supporter. He hitched his wagon to the Clinton campaign then switched mid-stream when it became obvious that the groudswell of support for Obama was rising rapidly. Obama will be our next president and he will be a fine one. Lewis, on the other hand, will see his relevance continue to fade.

By KeepingItReal

October 12, 2008 8:57 AM | Link to this

It’s Sunday, people. May I suggest to all of you that are spewing hate, take a break and mediate, go to church, or reflex on how these insults and attacks are hurting race relations. This country is at a pivotal point in history. As adults, assuming commentors are voters, we need to grow-up, speak wisely, and look at the bigger problem. For once, regardless of race, age, gender, religious beliefs, we are in the same boat together. Hopefully, you all are better than this. However, I suspect that many will suspend commenting while they prepare for and attend church, sitting on pews anxiously waiting to get back on and tell someone off. Sadly, I thought we were better than this. It is best to let this go.

By Watch.....

October 12, 2008 8:58 AM | Link to this

Watch Sean Hannity Sunday (tonight). We may get a clearer picture of the election and not a one-sided report such as the ones that are reported in the mainstream media. Hannity and Colmes Sunday…..for a report with no holds barred…

By dr soul

October 12, 2008 8:59 AM | Link to this

Unfortunate comments….but, it also confirms that this campaign is more about race than substance… no intelligent voter could find a reason to vote for Obama…it has become a very biased campaign due to having a first Afro-American candidate… look at the volume of black leaders who have, in the past, demonstrated a high degree of intelligence and character, who are supporting Obama..it could be nothing else but skin color and a promotion of that issue.. there is not one reason to find that this man is qualified to be a President.. we will probably never see a campaign go without mudslinging and dodging of issues..most candidates are trying to be everything to everyone, which is ridiculous on it’s own merit.. Obama has the potential to possibly be qualified one day, but he has to get very far from some of his associations and also get some real experience in his foundation, other than showmanship… he needs to clean the latent radical hatemongers out of his association and beliefs.. he needs to educate himself to the real broad spectrum of foreign policy and economics.. he really needs to try and understand people.. this Hollywood act is a sham and disgrace to all who support him, a reflection of their own ignorance to qualification.. many have made this a popularity contests and I know that most of those know better in an intelligent way…they make themselves laughingstocks and pantywaist…

By WORRIED

October 12, 2008 9:01 AM | Link to this

**MAYBE I’VE GOTTEN THIS ALL WRONG - ME JUST BEING AN AVERAGE MIDDLE CLASS GUY WITHOUT MUCH FORMAL EDUCATION BEYOND A B.A. DEGREE…BUT NOW, CHECK THIS OUT:

THIS MAN WANTS OUR VOTE FOR U.S. PRESIDENT - HIS FATHER WAS A KENYAN, AND A BLACK- WE SAW ALL THOSE PICTURES OF HIS NICE AFRICAN FAMILY.

HIS MOTHER IS KANSAN, ATHEIST, AND WHITE. SO - WHERE ARE ALL THOSE PICTURES OF HIS NICE WHITE MOTHER AND HIS NICE WHITE KANSAS GRANDPARENTS - THE ONES WHO RAISED HIM ALL THOSE EARLY YEARS?

LETS SEE - HIS FATHER DESERTED HIS MOTHER AND HIM WHEN HE WAS VERY YOUNG AND MOVED BACK TO LIVE WITH HIS FAMILY IN KENYA (THOSE ARE THE ONES IN THE PICTURES).

HIS WHITE MOTHER THEN MARRIED AN INDONESIAN MUSLIM AND TOOK HIM TO THE CITY OF JAKARTA WHERE HE WAS FIRST SCHOOLED IN A MUSLIM SCHOOL.

HIS MOTHER THEN MOVED TO HAWAII AND HE WAS RAISED BY HIS WHITE MIDDLE CLASS - AMERICAN GRANDPARENTS THERE.

UMMM…NOW HERE’S THE BEGINNING OF THE HARD PART FOR ME (HELP ME OUT HERE, IF YOU CAN):

SOMEHOW, SUDDENLY - HE WENT TO THE BEST HIGH DOLLAR PREP SCHOOLS IN AMERICA, AND NEXT HE GOT INTO A TOP IVY LEAGUE COLLEGE , AND LATER, INTO HARVARD LAW SCHOOL - HOW? WHO SPONSORED HIM? WHO PAID FOR ALL THAT SCHOOLING?

HAVE YOU LOOKED AT TUITION EXPENSES TO ATTEND UNDERGRADUATE YALE LATELY?

HOW ABOUT HARVARD LAW SCHOOL? SOMEBODY PAID A LOT OF BUCKS FOR THIS KID’S IVY LEAGUE EDUCATION… )

WHO? HE APPARENTLY DID NOT HAVE SCHOLARSHIPS THAT PAID IT ALL FROM WHAT WE READ.

HE ALSO DID NOT HAVE TO BORROW FOR COLLEGE , ALSO FROM WHAT WE READ. SO???

THAT BRINGS US TO THE MORE CURRENT YEARS:

A U.S. SENATOR’S SALARY IS NOT THAT GREAT, BUT THIS YOUNG MAN AND HIS YOUNG WIFE JUST RECENTLY BOUGHT A $1.4 MILLION DOLLAR HOUSE THAT HE ACQUIRED THROUGH A ‘DEAL’ WITH A WEALTHY FUND RAISER, A FUND RAISER WHO APPARENTLY IS A CRIMINAL LAW BREAKER PER THE NEWS.

WHAT SORT OF ‘DEAL’?

AND, RIGHT OUT OF HARVARD LAW, HE ‘WORKED’ AS A CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST IN CHICAGO . WHAT KIND OF PAY IS THIS, WE CAN ASSUME IT IS LITTLE OR NOTHING PAY WISE! OR IS THERE OTHER KIND OF PAY INVOLVED??

HE THEN ENTERED POLITICS AT THE STATE LEVEL WHICH CERTAINLY IS A LOW PAYING JOB, AND THEN MOVED RIGHT TO THE NATIONAL LEVEL. DID HE ‘FUND RAISE’ TO GET THE FUNDS TO GET ELECTED? WHAT KIND OF PROMISES DID HE MAKE?

NOW, HE SCRAMBLES TODAY WITH A NICE SMILE BUT VERY MINIMAL EXPERIENCE IN ANYTHING - WHILE OTHER PEOPLE WRITE HIS RAH-RAH SPEECHES FOR HIM.

IN ALL HIS MINIMAL TIME IN THE STATE, AND NATIONAL LEGISLATURES -

HE’S NEVER LAUNCHED ANY IMPORTANT LEGISLATION, NONE WHATSOEVER.

MOSTLY, OF LATE FOR SOME TWO YEARS, HE’S BEEN OUT RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT.

THEN COME THE ENDORSEMENTS FOR HIM FROM OTHER COUNTRIES, ONES THAT ARE NOT EXACTLY USA FRIENDS, LIKE THE IRAN PRES, FRENCH PRES, THE IRAQ MINISTER THAT WANTS USA OUT. HMMM WHAT DO THEY SEE IN HIM THAT THEY LIKE?

HE CLAIMS TO BE ‘PROUD OF HIS AFRICAN HERITAGE’ — NICE BUT — IT SEEMS THAT HIS ONLY CONNECTION WITH AFRICA WAS THAT HIS AFRICAN FATHER GOT A WHITE AMERICAN GIRL PREGNANT AND THEN DESERTED HER.

UMMM….WHERE IS THE OUTSPOKEN PRIDE IN HIS WHITE HERITAGE?

AFTER ALL - IT WAS WHITE GRANDPARENTS THAT RAISED HIM!

HE IS PRESENTLY A MEMBER, OR WAS UNTIL POLITICS NECESSITATED A CHANGE, FOR OVER 20 YEARS OF AN ‘AFROCENTRIC’ CHURCH IN CHICAGO THAT SEEMINGLY HATES WHITES, HATES JEWS, AND BLAMES AMERICA FOR ALL THE WORLD’S FAULTS.

HE REPEATEDLY COVERED UP FOR THAT PASTOR AND THAT CHURCH - SAYING THAT HE CAN SEPARATE THE RELIGION FROM THE POLITICS, WHEN HE HEARS A HATE-WHITEY SERMON.

HE CLAIMED THAT HE WAS SIMPLY UNABLE TO CONFRONT HIS PASTOR OF 20+ YEARS ABOUT THE PASTOR’S DEMONSTRATED UN-AMERICAN BIAS.

BUT — HE WANTS US TO BELIEVE THAT HE CAN CONFRONT NORTH KOREA AND IRAN AND RUSSIA WHEN THE TIME ARISES TO TAKE AMERICA ‘S SIDE.

YEAH - WITH HIS BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE, HE ‘HOPES’ THAT HE COULD BE A ‘UNITER’ AND BRING US ALL TOGETHER;

BUT - WE ARE LEFT TO THINK THAT THE REAL ‘HOPE’ IS, THAT HE REALLY HOPES THAT NO ONE WILL PUT ALL THESE PIECES TOGETHER, AT LEAST NOT UNTIL AFTER THE ELECTION.**

By bda

October 12, 2008 9:01 AM | Link to this

Obama’s dad is the only African American I see in Obama’s family pictures before he met Michelle. All the other family members, friends, class mates, etc., are caucasian.

There is only one race and that is the human race. There is no difference in Heaven!

By Forthetruth

October 12, 2008 9:03 AM | Link to this

Where was John Lewis’ condemnation of Rev. Write’s hate speech? Why didn’t he or anyother liberal condemn his clear statements that sounded more like George Wallace fom the other side. It seems the liberals only apply the ‘race card’ when it benefits their side.

By JWLCentrist

October 12, 2008 9:04 AM | Link to this

In a time where the country truly needs leadership, Congressman Lewis steps back in time. Our country has no place for racism any longer. It is his responsibility to do everything in his power to prevent racism, not promote it. Remind me, wasn’t he one of the leaders in the civil change in the country?? Didn’t he fight racism? Now when it is convenient, he brings it up. Petty Petty Petty………..I am sure that the national press is going to say “oh hum hum”! Reminds me now of a former congresswoman from Georgia….you guys make all of us proud of your representation. I was not leaning one way or the other until today……..

By Uninspired

October 12, 2008 9:04 AM | Link to this

“Spouting hate”? So this is our society, now crippled by political correctness, when you criticize a black candidate for anything you are branded a racist. So if Obama gets elected, he will be immune to the criticisms that any administration must endure, because the liberal journalism majors employed by the declining newspaper industry will not challenge is flawed philosphy…flawed only if you still believe in individual responsibility and freedom. (Hint: Heathcare is NOT a right as proclaimed by Obama…its not a right if someone else has to give up something in order for you to that “right”. If you don’t understand this concept then you are too simple to be involved in the electoral process).

By OldGold

October 12, 2008 9:04 AM | Link to this

Get ready ladies and gentleman.. if he wins the white house next month you can be sure that for the next four years anytime anyone criticizes him they’ll be called a raciest. It’s going to get really old, really fast. He can do no wrong, and it’ll lead to a dangerous time in America where it’s not okay to criticize the president. Sounds like we’re in for a long ride.

By KeepingItReal

October 12, 2008 9:04 AM | Link to this

It’s Sunday, people. May I suggest to all of you that are spewing hate, take a break and mediate, go to church, or reflex on how these insults and attacks are hurting race relations. This country is at a pivotal point in history. As adults, assuming commentors are voters, we need to grow-up, speak wisely, and look at the bigger problem. For once, regardless of race, age, gender, religious beliefs, we are in the same boat together. Hopefully, you all are better than this. However, I suspect that many will suspend commenting while they prepare for and attend church, sitting on pews anxiously waiting to get back on and tell someone off. Sadly, I thought we were better than this. It is best to let this go.

By mike

October 12, 2008 9:06 AM | Link to this

The difference between McCain and Wallace is that Wallace knowingly incited his followers. I truly believe McCain has no idea what his handlers have started. McCain thinks he’s drawing honest distinctions between himself and Obama. His not-too-smart followers (Obama has plenty on his side also) thinks he’s dropping subtle hints about race and religion. I applaud him for stepping back from the edge.

Still, his selection of Palin convinced me that I could not support him in good concience. He’s a good man and it’s too bad he made such a terrible choice.

By God I Hope not

October 12, 2008 9:07 AM | Link to this

Lewis is a racist!! Yes, Blacks can be racist too!!!

I hope Obama and the monkey he’s married watch their political dreams go down in flames come November.

By Truthman

October 12, 2008 9:07 AM | Link to this

As a caucasian, let me just say, “Stupid White Folk!”

23 days until our long national nightmare is ended.

Obama/Biden ‘08!!!

By KeepingItReal

October 12, 2008 9:08 AM | Link to this

It’s Sunday, people. May I suggest to all of you that are spewing hate, take a break and mediate, go to church, or reflex on how these insults and attacks are hurting race relations. This country is at a pivotal point in history. As adults, assuming commentors are voters, we need to grow-up, speak wisely, and look at the bigger problem. For once, regardless of race, age, gender, religious beliefs, we are in the same boat together. Hopefully, you all are better than this. However, I suspect that many will suspend commenting while they prepare for and attend church, sitting on pews anxiously waiting to get back on and tell someone off. Sadly, I thought we were better than this. It is best to let this go.

By Truthman

October 12, 2008 9:08 AM | Link to this

Hey “Worried,”

Go to Hell with your christianist BS!!

Religion has ruined our world!

No god? Know peace!

By stan

October 12, 2008 9:09 AM | Link to this

McCain political rallies are lynch mob mentallity,kill him, off with his head,terrorist. I mean the venom and nastiness at these rallies are reminiscent of a very nasty time in our history. What is wrong with Congressman Lewis making this statement. Barrack is trying to keep things above board and talk about the issues.

By Nostradamus

October 12, 2008 9:10 AM | Link to this

More Things to Which to Look Forward Under President Obama:

• Gangster Rappers Routinely Coming By the White House for ‘Photo Ops’ with “THE PREZ”

• Felonious Pro Athletes with an Overabundance of “Body Art” Coming by the White House to “Keep It Real” with the President.

• Self-Professed Ho’s and B!tc#es Accompanying Said Rappers & Pro Athletes to Shake Booty in the Halls of the White House.

• Chicken Bones and Watermelon Seeds, From Foods That an Elitist Like Obama Would Never Himself Eat Anyway, Thrown All Over the South Lawn of the White House Cleaned Up Repeatedly by OUR Tax Dollars

• Higher Taxes

• A Diminished American Military and Decreased Ability to Defend Our Nation

• Jimmy Carter’s Second Presidential Term by Proxy

• Freaknik on a Nationwide Scale on Election Night and on Inauguraton Day

• A Worsened Economy That Turns Into a Depression

• A Presidential Oath of Office Using the Koran Instead of the Holy Bible.

Yippee!!!

By Truthman

October 12, 2008 9:14 AM | Link to this

The ignorance of the white people on this site just shows why the south is still the laughingstock of America.

Thank goodness enough of us Yankees moved down here to add a little intelligence and acceptance of our fellow man to the region!

Y’all can’t even spell…”raciest,” Rev. Write? Please go back to school with your 10-year-old!! DUH!!

Y’all have fun voting for McSame and Sarah Failin’…losers

By Wondering

October 12, 2008 9:14 AM | Link to this

NOT SURE IF THIS IS FACT OR NOT. RECEIVED IT IN AN EMAIL.I BELIEVE IT IS WORTH CHECKING OUT: Around 1979 Obama started college at Occidental in California. He is very open about his two years at Occidental, he tried all kinds of drugs and was wasting his time but, even though he had a brilliant mind, did not apply himself to his studies. “Barry” (that was the name he used all his life) during this time had two roommates, Muhammad Hasan Chandoo and Wahid Hamid, both from Pakistan. During the summer of 1981, after his second year in college, he made a “round the world” trip. Stopping to see his mother in Indonesia, next Hyderabad in India, three weeks in Karachi, Pakistan where he stayed with his roommate’s family, then off to Africa to visit his father’s family. My question - Where did he get the money for this trip? Nether I, nor any one of my children, would have had money for a trip like this when they where in college. When he came back he started school at Columbia University in New York. It is at this time he wants everyone to call him Barack - not Barry. Do you know what the tuition is at Columbia? It’s not cheap to say the least. Where did he get money for tuition? Student Loans? Maybe. After Columbia , he went to Chicago to work as a Community Organizer for $12,000. a year. Why Chicago? Why not New York? He was already living in New York.

By “chance” he met Antoin “Tony” Rezko, born in Aleppo Syria, and a real estate developer in Chicago. Rezko has been convicted of fraud and bribery this year. Rezko, was named “Entrepreneur of the Decade” by the Arab-American Business and Professional Association”. About two years later, Obama entered Harvard Law School. Do you have any idea what tuition is for Harvard Law School? Where did he get the money for Law School? More student loans? After Law school, he went back to Chicago. Rezko offered him a job, which he turned down. But, he did take a job with Davis, Miner, Barnhill & Galland. Guess what? They represented “Rezar” which was Rezko’s firm. Rezko was one of Obama’s first major financial contributors when he ran for office in Chicago. In 2003, Rezko threw an early fundraiser for Obama which Chicago Tribune reporter David Mendelland claims was instrumental in providing Obama with “seed money” for his U.S. Senate race. In 2005, Obama purchased a new home in Kenwood District of Chicago for $1.65 million (less than asking price). With ALL those Student Loans - Where did he get the money for the property? On the same day Rezko’s wife, Rita, purchased the adjoining empty lot for full price. The London Times reported that Nadhmi Auchi, an Iraqi-born Billionaire loaned Rezko $3.5 million three weeks before Obama’s new home was purchased. Obama met Nadhmi Auchi many times with Rezko.

Now, we have Obama running for President. Valerie Jarrett, was Michele Obama’s boss. She is now Obama’s chief advisor and he does not make any major decisions without talking to her first. Where was Jarrett born? Ready for this? Shiraz, Iran! Do we see a pattern here? Or am I going crazy?

On May 10, 2008 The Times reported, Robert Malley advisor to Obama was “sacked” after the press found out he was having regular contacts with “Hamas”, which controls Gaza and is connected with Iran. This past week, buried in the back part of the papers, Iraqi newspapers reported that during Obama’s visit to Iraq, he asked their leaders to do nothing about the war until after he is elected, and he will “Take care of things”.

Oh, and by the way, remember the college roommates that were born in Pakistan? They are in charge of all those “small” Internet campaign contributions for Obama. Where is that money coming from? The poor and middle class in this country? Or could it be from the Middle East?

And the final bit of news. On=2 0September 7, 2008, The Washington Times posted a verbal slip that was made on “This Week” with George Stephanapoulos. Obama on talking about his religion said, “My Muslim faith”. When questioned, “he made a mistake”. Some mistake!

All of the above information I got on line. If you would like to check it - Wikipedia, encyclopedia, Barack Obama; Tony Rezko; Valerie Jarrett: Daily Times - Obama visited Pakistan in 1981; The Washington Times - September 7, 2008; The Times May 10, 2008.

Now the BIG question - If I found out all this information on my own, Why haven’t all of our “intelligent” members of the press been reporting this?

By Harry S.

October 12, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this

Poor dumb redneck republicans, I know you have a difficult time expressing your true feeling without being able to use the N word! You have been forced to use Muslim, socialist, Arab, communist, African, terrorist, or appeaser (do you even know what that means?).

All us white people have been so abused…it must be REVERSE DISCRIMINATION!

How dare Congressman Lewis state the historical fact that hate speech leads to violence. Just because he was beaten half to death and his friend murdered for being black, does that give him the right to free speech. No, I think that was the Constitution of the United States!

Get over it, times have changed and most of us defiantly do not want to go back to 1955.

By Truthman

October 12, 2008 9:16 AM | Link to this

Goodness you people are as racist as you are stupid!!

“Freaknik?” “Qu’ran?”

Bunch of racist, non-christians. I hope your church burns to the ground!

By Andre

October 12, 2008 9:17 AM | Link to this

The blogger known as “TheAntiMe” is clearly an ignorant, uneducated, SUPER-RACIST.

Only a simple-minded, thuggish BLACK with hate in his heart and stupidity in his brain would hit the POST button so many times, especially for such a lame post.

Condoleezza Rice, Jackie Robinson or Clarence Thomas would never do something so stupid as “TheAntiMe”.

By larry

October 12, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this

I want someone to tell me or show me an example of a black leader in the U.S. or any foriegn nation at any level,mayor,sherriff,governor,prime minister,president,where the government flourishes,is highly efficient.NADA.Uh uh.

Who? Marion Barry ? Bill Campbell ? Current Detroit mayor ?Sherriff of Clayton County ? How about school systems ? Clayton County’s John Thompson ?

How about countries in Africa ? They are literally eating each other over there.There is genocide.Forty percent AIDS rate in some countries.

The only positive representation of the black community is their churches.They try to bring out the best of a culture and race that is truly still in pain,has no idea how to fit into America.Look at their leaders.Eddie Long,Creflo Dollar,TD Jakes,they extort the parishoners out of their hard earned money,live a lifestyle of the rich and famous.They are running a scam,period,the end. Mr.McCain was born and bred to serve this country as he has for 45 years. Mr.Lewis served his purpose when he walked across the bridge. Mr.Obama needs a new church.He’s better off starting one and becoming it’s pastor.

By Dee

October 12, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this

I have not been represented since I voted for John Lewis—so I did it only once.

Does Mr. Lewis think Jeremiah Wright, Michael Pfleger, and Louis Farrakhan are sre stirring up hatred and divisiveness?

By WORRIED

October 12, 2008 9:19 AM | Link to this

@Truthman…the TRUTH hurts, doesn’t it? Scarey, too.

By CEM

October 12, 2008 9:19 AM | Link to this

I agree that this blog is no longer about the correctness or incorrectness of Lewis’ statement. Many are using this blog to hide behind as they spew out their hatreds. I like Senator Obama style: Cool head and not reactionary. A less than wise person allows him/herself to be pitted into an argument. Senator Obama’s supporters should take their cue from him and brush off ignorant remarks. Like Senator Obama, take the high road and ignore simple-minded people. If you response, do one will be able to tell the different.

By Enough John

October 12, 2008 9:19 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is the most “one dimenisional” member of congress. He lisves, breathes, and yearns for 1964. Yet 40+ years later there is nothing he sees that does not have a race-baiting element. Black Atlanta: wise up and realize how this man is keeping you down! Respectfully vote him OUT and let him live his final years without his shameful slant on life in 2008. I respect his youthful passion, but he’s like a ballplayer who just does not know when to retire and live in the present. I can ignore him, but many whites see him as fodder for foolish racism and are angered back to days gone by….step down, John, please!

By Dondee

October 12, 2008 9:20 AM | Link to this

Jon….

You hit the nail on the head……Obama has it made in the shade. The sissy media won’t call Obama on any of his questionable past associations, liberal record, irrational foreign policy plans or inane plans to increase social programs while “decreasing” taxes…..Why? Well, of course, that would be racist!!!! The pendulum has now swung far to the other side, instead of to the middle, which is where I believe the civil rights folks of the 60s intended for it to be.

We are so afraid of just asking questions of a PERSON…..I could care LESS THAT OMAN IS 1/2 BLACK!!!

I am afraid of what his proposals could do to this country. We are leaning too far to the left and embracing more government intrusion into our daily lives and responsibilities.

I think that is what many of us are afraid of!!!!

By Bobby

October 12, 2008 9:21 AM | Link to this

John Lewis and Barack Obama are stuck in the 60’s. So are a lot of Obama’s supporters. Obama will be John Kennedy all over again. And if you study Kennedy’s record he was one of the worst Presidents we ever had.

John Lewis consistently gets away with this kind of crap. There sure is a double standard here. Just go ask Trent Lot. What he said at Strom Thurmond;s birthday party was not near as bad as what Lewis just did. Trent was stripped of his position in the Senate and and is no longer there. John Lewis will continue to get elected. When were there truly be justice in this country?

By roberta

October 12, 2008 9:21 AM | Link to this

The country is in deep doo doo and headed for another civil war. Racisim is alive and thriving based on the vehemence and volume of these posts. Black vs. white vs. black vs. arab vs. asian. We are all fools. Mankind has not the ability or spiritual evolution to come together as one and will perish because of it. Think fools think! It ain’t illegal yet!!

By dr soul

October 12, 2008 9:23 AM | Link to this

Great post “WORRIED”…and to the point.. and, as some of you have indicated, it does seem that the majority of racists in this country are blacks… as a person who does not distinguish color, but the character and actions of a person, it has surprised me how racist some of the black leaders that I have highly respected have become in this campaign.. sad, for it minimizes their efforts… cannot people just see that their actions speak for themselves, that their true selves are reflected by actions rather than cheap and meaningless words??? not that we have any real candidate that completely belies total confidence, but experience does speak loudly and a record to show for it.. some of the very things that McCain is criticized for were certainly not thwarted by the Democrats… sad year, but poplularity should not be the result… we have some serious major issues going on in this country and why would people want to put a person in charge who is so totally inexperienced in every phase of the American experience???

By WORRIED

October 12, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this

Truthman Those few little lines about “religion” were not so much about religion, but what that religion teaches!

By Barry Husein

October 12, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this

Dear Harry - “Poor dumb redneck republicans” , now you’re the one spewing racist words. If working my fields in the hot sun allows my neck to sunburn, then yes, I am a red neck. I am a proud, land-owning, tax paying, GOD fearing, CHRISTIAN red neck. Oh, by the way, the democrat party are the primary sponsors of racism and segragation.

By Dee

October 12, 2008 9:28 AM | Link to this

I have not been represented since I voted for John Lewis. So I voted for him only once.

Does Mr. Lewis think Louis Farrakhan, Jeremiah Wright, and Michael Pfleger are stirring up “hatred and divisiveness”?

By Russ

October 12, 2008 9:28 AM | Link to this

Lewis is right. He lived thru’ the civil rights era of violence and hate. And, George Wallace did foment these things at rallys. I also remember the time. I was in high school and had personal contact with it. It was in northern Indiana so it’s not the “southern” Democrat “thing” some of you appear to believe it is. What exactly did you think Palin was doing at her rallys of suspicion and innuendo????

By Jac Stilton

October 12, 2008 9:29 AM | Link to this

John Lewis would be working at McDonalds if he was white and doesn’t have sense enough to get out of the rain. All he sees is the color of his skin and nothing past that. As long as those welfare checks keep coming to his constituents, he will keep getting elected to Congress.

By No Anger for Me, Thanks.

October 12, 2008 9:30 AM | Link to this

Lotta COON RAGE on these blogs today.

Anyone know how to get Grey Pupon out of my chinos?

By greens

October 12, 2008 9:31 AM | Link to this

when this country is under its next major terrorist attack, and it will be- the color of someone’s skin will not be what saves this country.

By CBL

October 12, 2008 9:31 AM | Link to this

I’m in my mid 20s and am glad that it’s only a matter of time before we see this particular generation of race-baiting soundbyte w******* keels over for good. John Lewis, Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton are all embarrassments to the Democrat Party and stand in the way of the progress. Barack Obama and (gasp!) Hillary Clinton have more class than these wretches.

By Edward

October 12, 2008 9:31 AM | Link to this

I think John Lewis is an even bigger racist than Jessee Jackson. He has lived off the tax payers money long enough. We don’t need his kind in politics anymore. He surely must be kin to Cynthia McKinney. These are three of the biggest racists I have ever heard of.

By Truthman

October 12, 2008 9:33 AM | Link to this

“Worried: ” If hatred is truth, you’ve cornered the market.

Such hatred from people who call themselves christians.

Jesus would vote for Obama, who is a real christian, as is Jimmy Carter!

By larry

October 12, 2008 9:33 AM | Link to this

It is really scary that people who jumped for joy when O.J. was found not guilty of double murder in California are the very same group of people who support Lewis,Obama,and have voting rights. There was a reason Lester Maddox walked around town with an axe handle.

By larry

October 12, 2008 9:33 AM | Link to this

It is really scary that people who jumped for joy when O.J. was found not guilty of double murder in California are the very same group of people who support Lewis,Obama,and have voting rights. There was a reason Lester Maddox walked around town with an axe handle.

By ObamaFan

October 12, 2008 9:36 AM | Link to this

In defense of Obama’s schooling. If you think education is expensive,try ignorance. Obama 08

By RONNY

October 12, 2008 9:37 AM | Link to this

If anyone is causing racial divide it is the likes of John Lewis, Obama and the democratic party. McCain has never brought up race. We also need to remember that John Lewis supported Cynthia McKinney. So what does that tell you about Lewis.

By Filster

October 12, 2008 9:38 AM | Link to this

Lewis’ comments are a perfect example of wny the civil rights movement has stalled. The majority of whites living in the U.S. are not descended from slave owners, are not in the position to “hold” anyone back, and are too concerned with trying to make a living, even before the recent financial mess. To be constantly told by old warhorses like Lewis that we owe this, and should ay for that, pretty much falls on deaf ears. I think white America looks at the illegitmacy rates amongst blacks, the lack of education, and the same old tired “blame whitey for everything, I’m a victim” mentality espoused by Lewis andhis cronies and we just go “forget this.” Lewis and his cronies, byt keepthing that 60’s mentality, have held their own poepl back by making them dependent on an institutionalizing attitude. McCain as devisive as Wallace? Gee, so is Obama. And Hillary. And just about every other national figure in policitcs being devisive. If he or she wasn’t, we’d probably ALL vote for them. Hey JOhn, it’s 2008. Wake up and get up. Save the tired old spiel for your late night reruns, and let’s look forward instead of backward.

By Filster

October 12, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this

Lewis’ comments are a perfect example of wny the civil rights movement has stalled. The majority of whites living in the U.S. are not descended from slave owners, are not in the position to “hold” anyone back, and are too concerned with trying to make a living, even before the recent financial mess. To be constantly told by old warhorses like Lewis that we owe this, and should ay for that, pretty much falls on deaf ears. I think white America looks at the illegitmacy rates amongst blacks, the lack of education, and the same old tired “blame whitey for everything, I’m a victim” mentality espoused by Lewis andhis cronies and we just go “forget this.” Lewis and his cronies, byt keepthing that 60’s mentality, have held their own poepl back by making them dependent on an institutionalizing attitude. McCain as devisive as Wallace? Gee, so is Obama. And Hillary. And just about every other national figure in policitcs being devisive. If he or she wasn’t, we’d probably ALL vote for them. Hey JOhn, it’s 2008. Wake up and get up. Save the tired old spiel for your late night reruns, and let’s look forward instead of backward.

By green

October 12, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this

when this country faces its next terrorist attack or world war (and there will be one)- it is not the color of someone’s skin that will save this country!

By bda

October 12, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this

Come Lord Jesus Come!

By AL

October 12, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this

Thank goodness Lewis is black. What excuse would he use for everything wrong in his world. He has been using this lame b****** for 40 years. He’s a proffessional victim. Just like all the others that have made a living by being part of the 60’s civil rights movement. He has been riding(along with Jackson) on Dr. King for years. Just go away!

By HaHa

October 12, 2008 9:40 AM | Link to this

Hey, No Anger…it would be a lot easier to get “Grey Pupon” out of your chinos if you knew how to spell “Poupon”.

By Mavon

October 12, 2008 9:40 AM | Link to this

Dear Dumb@$$es:

There is NO such thing as “Reverse Discrimination” or “Reverse Racism.”

Racism IS Racism, regardless of who is giving or receiving it.

By TomP

October 12, 2008 9:41 AM | Link to this

The same John Lewis who said he voted for the Wall Street bailout bill even though he thought it was wrong. He thought it would ease Americans’ fears.

Now that’s LEADERSHIP! Why woud we want more of this from OBAMA?

How about some real leadership, someone who will stand up for what is right and not follow party lines! Maybe Lewis should look in the mirror and find the real problems.

By KeepingItReal

October 12, 2008 9:46 AM | Link to this

Our ignorance of history causes us to slander our ownt times.

By donald

October 12, 2008 9:47 AM | Link to this

Up until Friday, the McCain campagian let the his supporters become consumed with blood lust. He did nothing to temper the things that people were shouting, like “kill him”, “traitor” and ” get’em”. Being a Southerner, I know all too well what those “code words” mean. Trust me, if Obama had been there, the crowd would have invoked a mob rule mentality and have Obama’s neck swinging from the highest tree. While I applaud McCain for tampering down the rhetoric, his tepid response was too little, too late. George Wallace was a hate filled man early in his career who repented in front of the citizens of his state for his past deeds. The people at these rallies are having none of that. For people to sit here and blame John Lewis for stating the obvious is not only naive, but dangerous!!

By Chris

October 12, 2008 9:48 AM | Link to this

Pretty funny, how the race card is played so effortlessly. Wait until he’s elected….Against BHO’s policies? You’re a racist. Don’t like what he says? Yep, you’re a racist.

The secret a lot of black folks don’t get is racism goes away when they start ignoring it. Most white folks don’t believe in the Klan on any of that crap, because we don’t really see you as black. You’re our neighbors, friends, and even husbands and wives now.

I’m guessing at least 2-3 more generations before racism finally goes away.

By Taco

October 12, 2008 9:49 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is correct on one count…He is definitely “deeply disturbed.” He would be well served to try following his own advice…..”My statement was a reminder to all Americans that toxic language can lead to destructive behavior.” John has spent a lot of time lately with his foot in his mouth.

By DUMB AMERICANS

October 12, 2008 9:51 AM | Link to this

It seems as though a vast majority of americans were absent during reading comprehension.

This is not rocket science folks read the man’s issued statement. The issue is whether Mccain-Pailin are creating an atmosphere that could lead to violence?

The answer is unequivocally yes. How on earth does such a strategy enhance the lives of Americans? It doesn’t.

John Lewis although late, made his point based on his life experience. History repeats itself.

John Mccain brought this upon himself. Country first my arse.

By The Truth Comes Out

October 12, 2008 9:51 AM | Link to this

Put the race card back in the deck idiot! I am not shocked however because I have always known that Lewis was a racist due to him pulling out the race card in the past. It is 2008 race would not be an issue anymore if the blacks would just let it die.

By AdGurl

October 12, 2008 9:53 AM | Link to this

John Lewis was correct in his comments. The differences in each candidate’s town hall rallies and conventions are clear. While one campaign (Obama’s) has a more diverse gathering of folks, that truly represent the cultures of America, the other campaign (McCain’s) is widely represented by one culture/color. It is known at these rallies (particularly the outdoor rallies) there is such hatred spewed, nasty awful things said and the McCain campaign never addressed it until now. And now with the addition of Gov. Palin, she has only fueled the fire of racist and divisiveness which shouldn’t be apart of this presidential race, but sadly it is; you’ve NEVER hear any of this hatred mess at an Obama rally or gathering…NEVER. Now McCain wishes to turn it around after all these months — he can’t. The seeds are planted and now McCain’s supporters, because of their ignorance, are FORCING McCain to defend Obama. It’s McCain’s own doing and with only 4-weeks to go, he’s trying to turn this around this negativity that he breed, and sadly he can’t.

By Skip

October 12, 2008 9:56 AM | Link to this

People…….chill. My dad died of skin cancer because he spent a few moments too many in the sun. I’m a pink person. Some call it “white” but the fact is ….heck…I’m just pinkish white. I didn’t choose this pathetic color. I don’t refer to myself as a “white” person. (It does kind of freak some of us out that people have to put a color in front of another person’s name…….seriously.) People are people. I was born in downtown Atlanta. I don’t give a hoot if you’re purple…..(well, maybe purple means out of breath..)…other than that…….WE WHITE FOLKS DON’T CARE WHAT COLOR YOUR SKIN IS. We love John Lewis and John McCain ………..heck…and even Obama.

Let’s just be very careful and super thoughtful and decide who REALLY can pull the strings we can’t pull…………but wish we could. Cut the crap. This is tough and we all know it. We’re all freaking out. We’re all kind of scared and wanting to do what we believe in our hearts will be best for……. us. Just cut the racist commentary crap. We’ve earned our way past that. Jeeeze? Haven’t you seen “Driving Miss Daisy”?

Love ya…

By L. Smith

October 12, 2008 9:58 AM | Link to this

The bigoted, senseless banter that it being exhibited here by many of the AJC readers is sickening, and it will drive this nation to failure much faster than either of the presidential candidates will. Folks, this is not a time for a popularity contest or finger-pointing session - there are serious issues that plague our nation, and we should be able to engage in an intelligent dialogue related to those issues. If you are not willing to use your mind and words to formulate a productive and reasoned comment, then please don’t waste valuable copy space with your drivel.

Many of the people that have commented on this topic have no business casting a vote in this election, and are way more dangerous to America’s future than MaCain or Obama. For the sake of all of us, please try to be better than this.

By Chris

October 12, 2008 10:02 AM | Link to this

*John Lewis, et al, need to put away their black agenda and remember that their constituents are AMERICANS. John Kennedy and Ronald Reagan didn’t run for President on an Irish agenda. *

Every presidential candidate in history campaigned on their programs for protection of our country and citizens, and improvement of our country…. except for the black candidates. Jesse Jackson exhibited tunnel vision and was so self-focused on his segment of the community, that he was obviously blind to the fact that America is made up of citizens from every corner of the world.

John Lewis is painting Obama in the same racial corner with his outrageously stupid comments.

Lewis has harmed Obama’s campaign with his hurtful and divisive attacks. These people need to decide whether they are Americans or some other nationality. If you don’t identify with America and don’t want to be an American, then move out.

At this very moment, blacks are still enslaving their black enemy tribes in Africa. Why isn’t John Lewis leading a campaign to end the black-on-black atrocities in the African countries, or some of the Caribbean nations such as Jamaica instead of trying to ignite a racial bomb in the US presidential campaign? It seem that Brad Pit and Angelina are more concerned with the atrocities in Africa than John Lewis.

Stop making every issue a We verses Them racial affront. It just isn’t so.

By Delta

October 12, 2008 10:02 AM | Link to this

Wow, there really is a great deal of COON RAGE out there.

Send all that trash back to Africa!

By Joseph

October 12, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this

For a long time, I have been uncomfortable with John Lewis and what I saw as his willingness to “play the race card.” Lewis’ most recent comments, however, seem very responsible, intelligent and accurate. I was an undecided voter leaning towards the Republicans, but Palin’s idiotic remarks about “paling around with terrorists” is disgusting — she just lost McCain a vote.

By Enlightened

October 12, 2008 10:05 AM | Link to this

No one has the right to tell John Lewis what sparks a memory correlation for him.

Lewis is a civil rights leader that has been subjected to dogs, water hosings, and beatings to fight for civil rights for all Americans. I was a small child in the northeast during the ‘60s whose family subscribed to both black and white newspapers and magazines. I saw very vivid pictures of the lynchings that took place in the south. In a good number of them there was a truck present with a flag waving. When I moved to Georgia in 2001, the first truck that I saw with flags waving from the side sent a cringe through my body reigniting the memory of the lynchings and seven years later, it still does! When someone has been affected emotionally, and let’s be honest that is part of the intent of hate crimes and speech, you will never know how deep it is or the trigger points nor does anyone have the right to dictate the level it should be. My trigger point is the flag waving from a truck. John Lewis’ point is the hate filled speech coming from predominately Sarah Palin, but make no mistake, with the approval of the McCain campaign.

I agree with John Lewis;* “As public figures with the power to influence and persuade, Sen. McCain and Gov. Palin are playing with fire, and if they are not careful, that fire will consume us all. “They are playing a very dangerous game that disregards the value of the political process and cheapens our entire democracy. We can do better. The American people deserve better.”*

By BamaFanNGa

October 12, 2008 10:12 AM | Link to this

John Lewis knows nothing but race baiting. He’s deplorable when he speaks and most Americans, Black and White, are sick of it.

By Stop_the_madness

October 12, 2008 10:14 AM | Link to this

Woow!! I am truly amazed how people, both black and white, hide behind their computer screeens and continue to fuel the divisiveness that has spilled out of our radios and t.v. screens since this election took this dangerous turn. John Lewis was right to call attention to the divisive tone of the McCain/Palin camp. This is the same tone that reports have been speaking out on all week!! Race has been an issue since Obama entered this race. Even more importantly for those of you who only relate the race card to an issue of black and white check this out: * Racism has existed throughout human history. It may be defined as the hatred of one person by another — or the belief that another person is less than human — because of skin color, language, customs, place of birth or any factor that supposedly reveals the basic nature of that person. It has influenced wars, slavery, the formation of nations, and legal codes.*

According to the definition of racism this election has been full racism. The McCain/Palin rallies over the past week have been filled with visible racism. This country is filled with racism. These comments have been filled with racism.

Some of you have a point if Obama was a white man none of this would be a issue…but he’s not. Racism will continue to be a part of this election and these posts if we continue to fuel the fire.

McCain/Palin supporters and Obama/Biden supporters should be able to come together on this issue. We don’t need another four years of mess! No matter who is in office.

I wish everyone would remember “United We Stand, Divided We Fall”

…sounds like we are divided and falling fast.

Lord help us all!!! :(

By SharonH

October 12, 2008 10:14 AM | Link to this

Well did he lie? John McCain and Sarah Palin are inciting racist tensions by claiming that Barack Obama “pals around with terrorists”; their nutjob supporters have decided that he’s Arab (not that there’s anything wrong with that to normal people) and that he is really a Muslim in disguise(again nothing wrong with that to the sane). They allow this circus atmosphere of attacks and innuendo to go on while pretending that they don’t notice and now they want to cry foul when someone calls them on it. And the most laughable of all: John Lewis is the one who is supposed to be playing the race card when McCain supporters have been doind that since the beginning. Thank you John Lewis for telling the truth.

By Stop_the_madness

October 12, 2008 10:16 AM | Link to this

Woow!! I am truly amazed how people, both black and white, hide behind their computer screeens and continue to fuel the divisiveness that has spilled out of our radios and t.v. screens since this election took this dangerous turn. John Lewis was right to call attention to the divisive tone of the McCain/Palin camp. This is the same tone that reports have been speaking out on all week!! Race has been an issue since Obama entered this race. Even more importantly for those of you who only relate the race card to an issue of black and white check this out: * Racism has existed throughout human history. It may be defined as the hatred of one person by another — or the belief that another person is less than human — because of skin color, language, customs, place of birth or any factor that supposedly reveals the basic nature of that person. It has influenced wars, slavery, the formation of nations, and legal codes.*

According to the definition of racism this election has been full racism. The McCain/Palin rallies over the past week have been filled with visible racism. This country is filled with racism. These comments have been filled with racism.

Some of you have a point if Obama was a white man none of this would be a issue…but he’s not. Racism will continue to be a part of this election and these posts if we continue to fuel the fire.

McCain/Palin supporters and Obama/Biden supporters should be able to come together on this issue. We don’t need another four years of mess! No matter who is in office.

I wish everyone would remember “United We Stand, Divided We Fall”

…sounds like we are divided and falling fast.

Lord help us all!!! :(

By MrDan

October 12, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this

Democratic strategists are fully aware of the “Bradley Effect” being in full play in a lot of the current polling data. There are a lot of people who wake up each day believing someone’s going to think they are racist if they say they won’t vote for Obama (and Lewis knows that). It doesn’t make any difference what their real reason is. But when election day does come, these people will hopefully remember the candidate’s past associations and a his experience. Most of all they will realize the current worldwide economic collapse could be a result of this country’s potential hard left turn toward socialism. That is a lot more to be feared than what John Lewis is trying to stir up. Lewis is only following through what James Carville “warned” about Obama being ahead 5% on Tuesday morning and McCain being President Wednesday morning. Fear (one way or the other) is what will sway this election. Whether it sways enough to McCain’s way is anyone’s guess. Either way, it’s a sorry state of affairs when it’s come down to that. And personally I blame the media.

By RES Guy

October 12, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this

This causes me to wonder how long a Republican congressman’s career would have lasted if they had likened Obama to Papa Doc Duvalier, Idi Amin or Lewis Farakhan. Lewis gets a pass because he’s Black and Democratic.

By Will Jones

October 12, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this

Dee - Jeremiah Wright, a Marine who then enlisted in the Navy and became a Medical Corpsman, gives every indication, to any fully aware of the Principles and Ideals of America’s Creed and Covenant, that he is a patriot and a Man of G-d.

His focus on the prophecies of Isaiah may be troubling to those whose affinity is with Babylon or Mammon, or to a political realist wishing to mollify the unrighteous, but if one is aware of the context within which his most inflammatory excerpts are taken it is inarguable that the only object of his scorn is the same as Isaiah’s: the element in our society which has formed a false-elite, anti-G-d, fascist plutocracy, committing atrocities here and abroad, treason against an inspired Constitution, stealing Our Nation’s wealth, risking Our Posterity, and reducing the Anointed People to bond slaves of debt and inflation.

The racist allusions (“He’s…an…Arab”) mouthed moronically, in treason against Our “E Pluribus Unum” Creed, and the incited violence (“Kill Him”) against one so clearly full of grace, wisdom, and humilty as fully an apparent righteous and loving husband and father and Constitutional Scholar, Barack Obama, by a crowd in support of proven serial adulterer and martial incompetent “Married to the Mob” McCain, his Mob-frontman’s daughter wife/home-wrecker, and patently false prophet, marked by fate without grace, and confirmed abuser of the public trust in Alaska, Palin, make the divide in our society bright and clear between those who wish to follow G-d, in peace and gentility, with strength and reason, and those who embrace cancer, perversion, and the curse of George W. Bush, the greatest abomination to have ever befallen America.

Jeremiah Wright is clearly on the side of G-d and America. Obama is young and well-meaning.

McCain and Palin are corrupt and pathetic and must be rejected by Our Electorate lest Divine Providence be given further proof that His children in His Promised Land have lost the ability to appreciate His Blessings granted to us by The Founders’ Covenant with Annuit Coeptis - Almight G-d.

The Wrath of the G-d of Truth and Righteousness be upon those who violate Our Creed and Covenant: Racism in America, the New Israel, into which “all nations of the world flow” is an affront to G-d the King of America, and must be addressed and arrested.

John Lewis’ time has passed. His voice in this matter is true but his support for illegal immigration, his silence on Bush’s 9/11 treason, Clinton’s Waco massacre, Reagan’s IranContra treason, and the historical fact of the Roman Anti-Christ’s predation on Our People and Our Republic are unforgivable. He has served long enough to continue in underserved affluence in retirement. Atlanta, Martin King’s hometown, has a duty to Thomas Jefferson’s twin prophet Dr. King, and to America, to supply more inspired leadership in Congress.

It is the good and decent…and bold, of Atlanta, Georgia and America which must make it so. As Our White, Black, Gentile, and Jew Whig Founders did in 1776 against the Tory evil, so must WE.

Death for Treason

By Pete's Sake

October 12, 2008 10:19 AM | Link to this

Folks,

Do you think all those people at M-P rallies were hyperventilating about the ticket’s health care or economic proposals?

By BetaJoe

October 12, 2008 10:21 AM | Link to this

It is John Lewis that is “sowing the seeds of hatred and division…” I think that is the most derisive and despicable statement made in the campaign to date by anyone. First Mr. Lewis supports Hillary and then Obama and now in support of Obama he makes race-bating and hate-filled comments. I believe it’s time for Mr. Lewis to retire.

By Chris

October 12, 2008 10:27 AM | Link to this

*John Lewis, et al, need to put away their black agenda and remember that their constituents are AMERICANS. John Kennedy and Ronald Reagan didn’t run for President on an Irish agenda. *

Every presidential candidate in history campaigned on their programs for protection of our country and citizens, and improvement of our country…. except for the black candidates. Jesse Jackson exhibited tunnel vision and was so self-focused on his segment of the community, that he was obviously blind to the fact that America is made up of citizens from every corner of the world.

John Lewis is painting Obama in the same racial corner with his outrageously stupid comments.

Lewis has harmed Obama’s campaign with his hurtful and divisive attacks. These people need to decide whether they are Americans or some other nationality. If you don’t identify with America and don’t want to be an American, then move out.

At this very moment, blacks are still enslaving their black enemy tribes in Africa. Why isn’t John Lewis leading a campaign to end the black-on-black atrocities in the African countries, or some of the Caribbean nations such as Jamaica instead of trying to ignite a racial bomb in the US presidential campaign? It seem that Brad Pit and Angelina are more concerned with the atrocities in Africa than John Lewis.

Stop making every issue a We verses Them racial affront. It just isn’t so.

By Lizzie Tish

October 12, 2008 10:33 AM | Link to this

Just curious, y’all, but how is stating that Obama is an associate of Bill Ayers a racial slur? Facts are facts: Tony Reszco, Bill Ayers, 20 years of Rev. Wright, Michelle “for the first time in my adult life I am proud of my county” Obama, Acorn, etc. These are facts not conjecture, and not based on race. Grow up crybabies, and please, just hit the post button once.

By Dondee

October 12, 2008 10:36 AM | Link to this

Jon….

You hit the nail on the head……Obama has it made in the shade. The sissy media won’t call Obama on any of his questionable past associations, liberal record, irrational foreign policy plans or inane plans to increase social programs while “decreasing” taxes…..Why? Well, of course, that would be racist!!!! The pendulum has now swung far to the other side, instead of to the middle, which is where I believe the civil rights folks of the 60s intended for it to be.

We are so afraid of just asking questions of a PERSON…..I could care LESS THAT OMAN IS 1/2 BLACK!!!

I am afraid of what his proposals could do to this country. We are leaning too far to the left and embracing more government intrusion into our daily lives and responsibilities.

I think that is what many of us are afraid of!!!!

By bda

October 12, 2008 10:39 AM | Link to this

Blessed are the peacemakers (not peacekeepers) for they shall be called children of God. How can we be peacemakers if we don’t talk to people who hate us? I am a Christian that believes in EVERY word of God. As for all you ‘prejudice’ Christians….I can’t find anything in the Bible that indicates Heaven is divided by race.

By Pete

October 12, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this

Thank you, John Lewis, for noting that the emperor wore no clothes! The McCain/Palin campaign has been rabble rousing, and the tone was getting dangerous. You doused a potentially violent situation.

By bda

October 12, 2008 10:42 AM | Link to this

Blessed are the peacemakers (not peacekeepers) for they shall be called children of God. How can we be peacemakers if we don’t talk to people who hate us? I am a Christian that believes in EVERY word of God. As for all you ‘prejudice’ Christians….I can’t find anything in the Bible that indicates Heaven is divided by race.

By Pete

October 12, 2008 10:43 AM | Link to this

Thank you, John Lewis, for noting that the emperor wore no clothes! The McCain/Palin campaign has been rabble rousing, and the tone was getting dangerous. You doused a potentially violent situation.

By Pete

October 12, 2008 10:44 AM | Link to this

Thank you, John Lewis, for noting that the emperor wore no clothes! The McCain/Palin campaign has been rabble rousing, and the tone was getting dangerous. You doused a potentially violent situation.

By BetaJoe

October 12, 2008 10:46 AM | Link to this

It is John Lewis that is “sowing the seeds of hatred and division…” I think that is the most derisive and despicable statement made in the campaign to date by anyone. First Mr. Lewis supports Hillary and then Obama and now in support of Obama he makes race-bating and hate-filled comments. I believe it’s time for Mr. Lewis to retire.

By Dondee

October 12, 2008 10:47 AM | Link to this

Mr. Dan…

Agreed wholeheartedly that the media is THE PROBLEM in this election cycle. Too afraid to ask the tough questions and too afraid to give unbiased reporting….The media, as we used to know it, is dead.

By BetaJoe

October 12, 2008 10:47 AM | Link to this

It is John Lewis that is “sowing the seeds of hatred and division…” I think that is the most derisive and despicable statement made in the campaign to date by anyone. First Mr. Lewis supports Hillary and then Obama and now in support of Obama he makes race-bating and hate-filled comments. I believe it’s time for Mr. Lewis to retire.

By Hey Soose

October 12, 2008 10:49 AM | Link to this

After his years of service, and the path he took to get there/here, John Lewis deserves the benefit of the doubt.

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this

Where did the money come from?

How about all kinds of people who are p** off at Bush?

But no, it has to be PAKISTAN, because Republicans can’t get the idea through their thick skulls that people in this country think they’re lying morons.

By Lost my vote!

October 12, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this

Mr. Obama, you have withdrew your ties to racist preachers, Known 70’s anti-American terriost, Chicago’s corrupt businessmen etc. Please put John Lewis on your list. I was a Rep. voting Demo. this election. Not now! Even though I would not vote for George W. McCain, these comments of John Lewis is just an indication of what the next four years will be like. Every issue will be looked at with racial overtones. Get with it John Lewis, Americans just want the best canidate to run our country, regardless of race or sex. This has been shown at each Obama rally. How many white faces do you see in the crowd? Stop this! This country needs help from a smart leader….not your racial rhetoric.

By Whatever

October 12, 2008 10:56 AM | Link to this

RACE IS NOT GOING TO GET THE FOOD ON YOUR TABLE, PUT GAS IN YOUR CAR, TAKE CARE OF YOUR FUTURE, OR PUT YOUR KIDS IN SCHOOL. AS THE PREJUDICE PEOPLE AND THE YOUNGER GENERATION GROW, HOPEFULLY THIS WILL FINALLY NOT BE AN ISSUE ANYMORE. THIS IS GEORGIA, A RED STATE, SO ANYTHING NEGATIVE ABOUT RACE WILL ALWAYS BE AN ISSUE FOR NOW, UNFORTUNATELY. JUST GET OUT AN VOTE FOR WHOEVER YOU THINKS BEST FITS WHERE YOU WANT THE COUNTRY TO GO. FORGET ABOUT ALL THE NEGATIVE PAST. “HE WHO ALWAYS LOOKS IN THE PAST, WILL NEVER HAVE A FUTRE”. HATE TAKES TOO MUCH ENERGY AND TIME; IT MUCH EASIER JUST TO GET ALONG AND SHOW RESPECT OF PERSONS REGARDLESS OF WHO THEY ARE…YOU’LL LIVE LONGER!!

By Kennesaw Dave

October 12, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this

You know, either way I see it we’re all screwed. If Obama gets elected his tax policies and socialist viewpoints about what’s “fair” will create a worse economy than what we have now and further wide a racial divide that we keep hoping will lessen. If McCain gets elected it’s going to do the same thing because he won’t be credited with running a good campaign or pointing out legitimate flaws with Obama’s candidacy. It’s going to be blamed on racism and quite frankly, I wouldn’t be surprised although I hope I’m wrong, if there isn’t a certain amount of violence that breaks out if he isn’t elected. Either way, one group of people are going to be ticked off in a major way whatever the outcome is.

By Whatever

October 12, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this

RACE IS NOT GOING TO GET THE FOOD ON YOUR TABLE, PUT GAS IN YOUR CAR, TAKE CARE OF YOUR FUTURE, OR PUT YOUR KIDS IN SCHOOL. AS THE PREJUDICE PEOPLE DIE OFF AND THE YOUNGER GENERATION GROW, HOPEFULLY THIS WILL FINALLY NOT BE AN ISSUE ANYMORE. THIS IS GEORGIA, A RED STATE, SO ANYTHING NEGATIVE ABOUT RACE WILL ALWAYS BE AN ISSUE FOR NOW, UNFORTUNATELY. JUST GET OUT AN VOTE FOR WHOMEVER YOU THINKS BEST FITS WHERE YOU WANT THE COUNTRY TO GO. FORGET ABOUT ALL THE NEGATIVE PAST. “HE WHO ALWAYS LOOKS IN THE PAST, WILL NEVER HAVE A FUTURE”. HATE TAKES TOO MUCH ENERGY AND TIME; IT MUCH EASIER JUST TO GET ALONG AND SHOW RESPECT OF PERSONS REGARDLESS OF WHO THEY ARE…YOU’LL LIVE LONGER!!

By bda

October 12, 2008 11:01 AM | Link to this

This election is about keeping what is left of our Morality and Faithbased issues intact and hopefully reclaiming the ones that have been removed. I could care less about the color or ones skin or race or name for that matter. I’m not voting for the person, I’m voting for the Platform! Blessed is the Nation whose God is the Lord! There will not be a thriving economy or peace/protection in America without God on our side.

By Kennesaw Dave

October 12, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this

You know, either way I see it we’re all screwed. If Obama gets elected his tax policies and socialist viewpoints about what’s “fair” will create a worse economy than what we have now and further wide a racial divide that we keep hoping will lessen. If McCain gets elected it’s going to do the same thing because he won’t be credited with running a good campaign or pointing out legitimate flaws with Obama’s candidacy. It’s going to be blamed on racism and quite frankly, I wouldn’t be surprised although I hope I’m wrong, if there isn’t a certain amount of violence that breaks out if he isn’t elected. Either way, one group of people are going to be ticked off in a major way whatever the outcome is.

By Shelley

October 12, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this

John Lewis can’t even hardly talk because his lips are so big! How can anybody even understand him? We need to get him & others like him OUT OF THE SENATE!! Do NOT vote for ANY incumbant American’s!!!! Watch HANNITY & COLMES TONIGHT @ 9:00pm & see Hannity expose Obama for what he REALLY is & about!!!!

By Val

October 12, 2008 11:03 AM | Link to this

The notion of “playing the race card” is a farce. The issue of race lurks just below the surface of everything that happens in this country. Anyone who says otherwise is simply in denial.

…so let’s get back to the real concern that John Lewis raised, which is inciting violent and hateful behavior. This is a legitimate concern! This country is full of crackpots and gullible/ignorant people. Example: The folks who ignorantly proclaim that Senator Obama is an Arab or a Muslim…or a terrorist.

There is a difference between “pumping up” the crowd with harmless rhetoric, and stoking fear - based on lies. There is no place for it this campaign.

By bda

October 12, 2008 11:04 AM | Link to this

This election is about keeping what is left of our Morality and Faithbased issues intact and hopefully reclaiming the ones that have been removed. I could care less about the color or ones skin or race or name for that matter. I’m not voting for the person, I’m voting for the Platform! Blessed is the Nation whose God is the Lord! There will not be a thriving economy or peace/protection in America without God on our side.

By Jeff

October 12, 2008 11:05 AM | Link to this

YOU WANT TO KNOW SOMETHING? IF barry obama WINS WE WILL HAVE TO PUT WITH “CELEBRATIONS” ON EVERY STREET CORNER AND REDLIGHT FOR WEEKS AND MONTHS AND IF HE LOOSES (GOD PLEASE LET HIM LOOSE) THERE WILL BE RIOT ALL OVER THE US. SCREAMING RANTS OF RACISM AND RECOUNTS WILL BE RAMPANT. SO EITHER WAY IT IS GOING TO BE ROUGH FOR WHITEY. AND EITHER WAY MYSELF AND MY WIFE WILL BE “CARRYING” TO PROTECT OURSELVES AND OUR CHILDREN FROM THE BLACKS CELEBRATIONS OR PROTESTING. GOD HELP THE USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Hey Soose

October 12, 2008 11:06 AM | Link to this

Aaron Burr V. Mexico, why can’t you get it through YOUR thick skull, that regardless of affiliation, they are ALL lying morons. It was the Dems that got us moving toward this financial mess years ago, and it was the Repubs that did absolutely nothing to stop the train wreck. *I demand a ‘None of the Above’ box on our ballots this year. *

By Jane

October 12, 2008 11:10 AM | Link to this

When Lewis ran against Jullian Bond in the Congressional Primary Run-off, Lewis’s arguement was that Bond was biracial and not black enough to represent Atlanta. John Lewis has come very far in that he is willing to support a bi-racial candidate like Obama, but he is still uses the race card when necessary.

By T'VILLE DAWG

October 12, 2008 11:11 AM | Link to this

You can bet anything coming out of John Lewis’s mouth is a racial bumarang, he sees everything through his own prescription of HATE GLASSES!

By bringitback

October 12, 2008 11:13 AM | Link to this

Golly gee, I’m surprised no one has made a mention about Mike Vick in this contentious discussion…

By Jack Hussein Smith

October 12, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this

I am white and I am pulling back the curtain of racism by my fellow race. YES, there is racism everywhere HOWEVER, there are far too many closet racists in my race. Shine the light on them, and they crawl back under a rock (like the fat redneck holding the monkey at the McCain rally) It’s like the old saying “a hit dog barks” There are alot of white dogs barking right now. The truth hurts!!!

By Dondee

October 12, 2008 11:15 AM | Link to this

Hey Soose,

I agree that both parties are equally responsible for the economic mess and exactly for the reasons you stated…..Wonder what would happen if we threw them all out and started again?

By yoost

October 12, 2008 11:16 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is and always has been the biggest racist of all time.

By damndahaters

October 12, 2008 11:16 AM | Link to this

After reading these hating comments, I going to buy me some guns! I feel like these hatefull folks want to kill Barack if he gets elected! If that happens, DC snipers will have nothing on me!

By mdog

October 12, 2008 11:19 AM | Link to this

I am glad that John Lewis used an extreme example of comparison to get his point across….the hateful rhetoric of the Repulican/extremist right wing Christian conservative political machine should be held accountable for the possible outcomes of what hate they spread in the name of political competition.

I applaud McCain for trying to reel in the rhetoric; good luck to him as he works against some of his most powerful financial backers and even his own running mate!

By bda

October 12, 2008 11:19 AM | Link to this

Hannity’s show is nothing more than a platform for Obama bashing. Although I will not vote for Obama because he believes in abortion, stem cell research, etc., I don’t believe in the bias and outright lies Hannity is presenting as truth. Folks whether you are for McCain or Obama, do your own research. Don’t believe everything you hear from the mouths of those who are bias. Through the internet you can find the truth by sifting through all the dirt. But, you have to be open to putting aside your preconceived ideas and be open to finding the truth and not more junk to validate the lies. Do your own research! God bless each of you.

By Just A Grunt

October 12, 2008 11:20 AM | Link to this

Anybody else find it ironic that Mr Lewis invokes the name of another Democrat to cite his charges of racism? And yet people still don’t get it. The Dems have hoodwinked some many people and rewritten history so much that the truth is now too painful for people to take. Obama is the one recreating ‘68 by surrounding himself with all of these former Weather Underground and SDS members. Note to McCain, this is what happens when you reach across the aisle. Naming Mr Lewis as a person you admire has gotten you nothing.

By George Johnson

October 12, 2008 11:20 AM | Link to this

Where would black folks be with out the race card to pull all the time???

That card is gonna stop working pretty soon ya’ll, better make the best use of it, and this ain’t it.

By Jack Hussein Smith

October 12, 2008 11:20 AM | Link to this

Bringing up racism in others’ hearts does NOT lessen or justify the evil in YOUR racist hearts

By Jack Hussein Smith

October 12, 2008 11:20 AM | Link to this

Bringing up racism in others’ hearts does NOT lessen or justify the evil in YOUR racist hearts

By cityofdecatur

October 12, 2008 11:22 AM | Link to this

Rep Lewis’s point was spot on. I had just spoke of the tone of the McCain and more specifically Palin rallies as inciteful and dangerous. It is refreshing to see McCain backing off of this but too late. Palin is a dolt and is the most dangerous to America (considering McCain’s age and health). Wake up America. Vote real change to the last terrible 8 years. to paraphrase the Actor President Ronald Rayguns Reagan. “Are you better off than you were 8 years ago”? if you are then vote McSame and Failin. If you do not think America is better off than it was 8 years ago than there is only one choice of the major parties. Vote Obama-Biden. Or vote one of the alternative parties But McCain will just be a continuation of the Bush debacle. Wake up and smell the coffee America P.S. the only socialism Republicans like is Corporate Socialism which the have been practicing for the last 8 years.!!!!

By bda

October 12, 2008 11:23 AM | Link to this

Hannity’s show is nothing more than a platform for Obama bashing. Although I will not vote for Obama because he believes in abortion, stem cell research, etc., I don’t believe in the bias and outright lies Hannity is presenting as truth. Folks whether you are for McCain or Obama, do your own research. Don’t believe everything you hear from the mouths of those who are bias. Through the internet you can find the truth by sifting through all the dirt. But, you have to be open to putting aside your preconceived ideas and be open to finding the truth and not more junk to validate the lies. Do your own research! God bless each of you.

By Just A Grunt

October 12, 2008 11:24 AM | Link to this

Anybody else find it ironic that Mr Lewis invokes the name of another Democrat to cite his charges of racism? And yet people still don’t get it. The Dems have hoodwinked some many people and rewritten history so much that the truth is now too painful for people to take. Obama is the one recreating ‘68 by surrounding himself with all of these former Weather Underground and SDS members. Note to McCain, this is what happens when you reach across the aisle. Naming Mr Lewis as a person you admire has gotten you nothing.

By George Johnson

October 12, 2008 11:25 AM | Link to this

Where would black folks be with out the race card to pull all the time???

That card is gonna stop working pretty soon ya’ll, better make the best use of it, and this ain’t it.

By mdog

October 12, 2008 11:26 AM | Link to this

I am glad that John Lewis used an extreme example of comparison to get his point across….the hateful rhetoric of the Repulican/extremist right wing Christian conservative political machine should be held accountable for the possible outcomes of what hate they spread in the name of political competition.

I applaud McCain for trying to reel in the rhetoric; good luck to him as he works against some of his most powerful financial backers and even his own running mate!

By Tracee

October 12, 2008 11:31 AM | Link to this

This is truly amazing! I have never seen the Republican party & some of its supporters crack under this type of pressure. Make no mistake, race has EVERYTHING to do with this election. If the Democratic nominee for president was white (man or woman), the outrage over how far ahead he or she is in the race would not nearly be so great. But the fact that a black man is ahead & so close to becoming the next president of this country, is freaking these people out. It doesn’t even matter that Obama is half white himself. The fact of the matter is that a great deal of white people in this country cannot & do not want to fathom a face that isn’t white as Commander & Chief. I guess in this great country of equality, Arab Americans, Asian Americans, Latino Americans, etc. are not supposed to run for the presidency let alone succeed in doing so. These recent GOP town hall meetings & rallies are resembling Klan meetings, especially when you have people yelling out such things as “kill him”. John Lewis may be inaccurate to compare McCain to Wallace, but the emotional atmosphere & attitudes of recent GOP events is dead on with racial undertones & tension. Anyone who thinks that racism isn’t playing a huge role in this election is truly ignorant. Minorities, especially blacks have been the backbone of this country for hundreds of years. Vote for whomever who want to vote for, but if the main reason you oppose Obama is because of his skin color or even his ethnic name, then may God have mercy on you.

By bda

October 12, 2008 11:31 AM | Link to this

Hannity’s show is nothing more than a platform for Obama bashing. Although I will not vote for Obama because he believes in abortion, stem cell research, etc., I don’t believe in the bias and outright lies Hannity is presenting as truth. Folks whether you are for McCain or Obama, do your own research. Don’t believe everything you hear from the mouths of those who are bias. Through the internet you can find the truth by sifting through all the dirt. But, you have to be open to putting aside your preconceived ideas and be open to finding the truth and not more junk to validate the lies. Do your own research! God bless each of you.

By bda

October 12, 2008 11:33 AM | Link to this

Hannity’s show is nothing more than a platform for Obama bashing. Although I will not vote for Obama because he believes in abortion, stem cell research, etc., I don’t believe in the bias and outright lies Hannity is presenting as truth. Folks whether you are for McCain or Obama, do your own research. Don’t believe everything you hear from the mouths of those who are bias. Through the internet you can find the truth by sifting through all the dirt. But, you have to be open to putting aside your preconceived ideas and be open to finding the truth and not more junk to validate the lies. Do your own research! God bless each of you.

By bda

October 12, 2008 11:34 AM | Link to this

Hannity’s show is nothing more than a platform for Obama bashing. Although I will not vote for Obama because he believes in abortion, stem cell research, etc., I don’t believe in the bias and outright lies Hannity is presenting as truth. Folks whether you are for McCain or Obama, do your own research. Don’t believe everything you hear from the mouths of those who are bias. Through the internet you can find the truth by sifting through all the dirt. But, you have to be open to putting aside your preconceived ideas and be open to finding the truth and not more junk to validate the lies. Do your own research! God bless each of you.

By Rarl Kove

October 12, 2008 11:40 AM | Link to this

Wasn’t Lewis late to the Obama party? Wasn’t he a Clinton supporter? This little spectacle has Bill and Hillary’s finger prints all over it. John Lewis may be old, but he is not stupid. This will hurt Obama in the end. Something is very fishy here.

By damndahaters

October 12, 2008 11:40 AM | Link to this

Kill the hateful white people!

By Dondee

October 12, 2008 11:40 AM | Link to this

City of Decatur…..

Please enlighten the rest of us trogs….What exactly is corporate socialism? Never heard of it, so could you define? Socialism….the next step to communism….Are you ready?

By AJ

October 12, 2008 11:42 AM | Link to this

For all of you that do not understand that spoken words DO incite violence, hatred and bigotry, think about all of the acquaintances you have had in your life. Is there anyone who has done or said something that you do not approve of that would cause others to feel hatred, bigotry and violence? Would you like it if everytime someone spoke of you they lumped you in with them, which caused people to say they want to cause you bodliy harm? This is what has been happening over the past few weeks at the Republican rallies. People should stop being so disingenuous about not having any prejudice, everyone has prejudiced feelings about one race or another. Someone who has never had race used against them could never understand, but until people start to reject bigoty and hatred, race will ALWAYS be a factor in this country that we all love!

By Dondee

October 12, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this

And Tracee, if the only reason people are voting for Obama is the color of his skin then God have mercy on their souls!

By Dee

October 12, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this

How can anybody be surprised about Lewis’ comment? From day one, it has been implied on these blogs and on news shows that a vote against Obama, a campaign against Obama or ANY negative comment directed at Obama would be construed as racist. That kind of thinking is typical for Atlanta, and is spreading across the country.

By Hey Soose

October 12, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this

bda, apparently you don’t watch CBS, NBC, ABC, MSNBC, or read the AJC, Washington Post, New York Times. All have done nothing but continually bash McCain. I agree with what you said about Hannity, but you cannot single him out, when they are ALL playing the part of partisan w-h-ores.

BTW….In light of people preparing for November 5th, Wal-Mart has just ran out of sand bags and shotgun shells.

*Whoever wins, we all lose. If you think that McCain or Obama are any different from what we currently have, you may want to increase your midication. Like it or not, they are both bought and paid for. *

By You oughta be ashamed

October 12, 2008 11:45 AM | Link to this

Damndahaters, Listen to yourself, you jacka$$! You’re spouting the same hatred - in even more violent terms - that you accuse McCain supporters of doing. I don’t agree with McCain/Palin’s efforts to link Obama to Ayers. However, an honest question of Obama’s judgment and experience is well within the bounds. I’m not going to vote for Obama - not because he’s black but simply because he’s a Democrat. While I certainly agree with Obama on some issues I basically disagree with the Democratic views overall which I believe to lean toward socialism. If you believe that makes me a racist or a hate monger that’s your problem - not mine. However, it’s obvious to me and anyone with a modicum of decency that your views are just that - hateful to the extreme.

By I FOUNDTHEMORON

October 12, 2008 11:45 AM | Link to this

I am not surprised by the commmets made by Lewis. Typical fear talk. Typical lies of the extreme left. Today I have made Lewis, “MORON OF THE DAY”. I am not voting for Obama. Not because he is a black man but because he is a man who is a socialist and will not be good for America.

By GOM

October 12, 2008 11:46 AM | Link to this

The civil rights leaders of 40 years ago were courageous souls who filled a dire need at that time as our nation struggled. That said, their time is coming to a close. It’s now time for the next generation of African-American leaders to take center stage in a new world. Lewis, Jackson and the rest should go gracefully and not blight their fine service by trying to hang on to yesterday.

By damndahaters

October 12, 2008 11:48 AM | Link to this

Corporate socialism, or “corporatism”, is the act of big business taking advantage of big government. When government moves beyond its limits of protecting “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” it finds itself susceptible to being bought out!

By Kennesaw Dave

October 12, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this

Hey Obama fans, I hope none of you plan on getting a higher education or striving for incomes above 200,000.00 because if you are, you’re voting for the wrong guy. Now if you just want a job that pays you 31K and you can get by on that, by all means, you’re sitting pretty when his tax policies take affect. Only one problem though… Pay attention this one’s a doozie… Those 31K jobs that are out there, they will be few and far between. Wanna know why? Because people who make $200K or more create jobs that pay other people 31K. Oh and those 700K tax cuts that Obama doesn’t like CEOs to get. Guess what, those tax cuts allow CEOs to create more business, give employees raises and here’s a real shocker that relates to a hot Obama topic that money that a CEO gets in tax breaks might even allow for healthcare benefits for his/her employees. Wow, what freakin concept huh? You Obama fans and libs seem to think that everyone who makes 200K or more just had it handed to them or they somehow got it from a trust fund that they didn’t work for it. You seem to think that the people who make higher incomes somehow magically were instilled with knowledge on how to run a company or be successful. Nevermind that they may have gone to college, gotten a bachelors or higher that taught them how to run a company and create jobs. So go ahead and vote for Obama. Just remember, keep that income under 200K otherwise you’re going to be part of the “not fair crowd.”

By Kennesaw Dave

October 12, 2008 11:53 AM | Link to this

Hey Obama fans, I hope none of you plan on getting a higher education or striving for incomes above 200,000.00 because if you are, you’re voting for the wrong guy. Now if you just want a job that pays you 31K and you can get by on that, by all means, you’re sitting pretty when his tax policies take affect. Only one problem though… Pay attention this one’s a doozie… Those 31K jobs that are out there, they will be few and far between. Wanna know why? Because people who make $200K or more create jobs that pay other people 31K. Oh and those 700K tax cuts that Obama doesn’t like CEOs to get. Guess what, those tax cuts allow CEOs to create more business, give employees raises and here’s a real shocker that relates to a hot Obama topic that money that a CEO gets in tax breaks might even allow for healthcare benefits for his/her employees. Wow, what freakin concept huh? You Obama fans and libs seem to think that everyone who makes 200K or more just had it handed to them or they somehow got it from a trust fund that they didn’t work for it. You seem to think that the people who make higher incomes somehow magically were instilled with knowledge on how to run a company or be successful. Nevermind that they may have gone to college, gotten a bachelors or higher that taught them how to run a company and create jobs. So go ahead and vote for Obama. Just remember, keep that income under 200K otherwise you’re going to be part of the “not fair crowd.”

By JackP

October 12, 2008 11:54 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is the racist but he is too stupid to recognize it.

By clevis

October 12, 2008 11:54 AM | Link to this

John Lewis is a bigot, period. John Lewis’ constituency is bigoted, period. His presence on the national public scene is racially devisive.

By Fact checker

October 12, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this

George Wallace was a Democrat.

By Love and Peace

October 12, 2008 11:58 AM | Link to this

Without this type of garbage on this fourm, the media would not have anything to report. So, don’t be to surprised if this continues. The Meida instigates 90% of the “Major Issue” facing our country. If they didn’t, they would not have jobs. Just like Dr.’s..if we are a “well” society then they would not have jobs, Police….If we lived in a safe society…they would not have jobs…the underlying force behind all of this…is not Republican vs Democrat, blacks vs whites, but Money and Power. The media and those with power pit us against each other….sit back and chuckle…so I guess the old bible verse…“Money is the root of all kinds of evil” will be applicable througout the years…those in power and the media…do NOT want us to live in harmony…where’s the $’s in that? Rage against the “machine” “the man” whatever you call it and prove them wrong! Where’s the spirit of Christ, Ghandi etc…love and peach will tumble the powers and corruption!!!

By Chris

October 12, 2008 12:00 PM | Link to this

1st off - Kris you are illiterate. The anti Christ is barely mentioned in revelation and when it does appear (3-4 times scattered across the New Testament) it’s mentioned in the plural, indicating that there may be many anti-christs, or the anti-christi is anything that opposes Christ (hitler, racism, satan worship, non Christian faiths for that matter). It gives nothing about the age, race, or faith of the anti-Christ. Especially considering Revelations was written about 500 years before the founding of Islam it’s highly unlikely that Revelations discusses the antiChrist as being Muslim. Don’t copy paste emails fwds on here as fact complete with capitalization and punctuation from the email.

2nd - to the person who basically called me uninformed and lectured about tax credits - fine - I’ll give you the tax credit argument - so then McCain is spewing tax credits left and right - so they’re all even on that issue. Clearly you have not read Obama’s healthcare plan, you are basing your opinion and building your own idea based on a sound bite from a debate. And his tax plans do NOT apply to MOST small businesses. His plan outlines that. Most small businesses bring in less than 250,000 per year. Finally as to a Muslim shouldn’t be president because of 9/11 and some stuff than the Iranian president said - then by that argument neither should any Christian - inquisition, crusades, holocaust, the puritans, English Civil War, about 500 years worth of wars in Europe, colonization of the americas and the genocide of the natives. Let’s not pretend that Christians hands are clean of wrongdoing here. Of course all this is a moot point because Obama ain’t a Muslim. His father, who he did not grow up with, was. I find it odd that people want to blast Obama and call him a Muslim and a terrorist and then in the same sentence bring up his preacher, thus disproving their own argument.

Finally - thanks bda. We disagree on our candidate but that’s ok - I’m glad to hear a McCain supporter calling on people to do their research and make a choice instead of fear mongering (which is what both sides are doing) this is what I’ve been calling for all along.

By Airheadmotorcycle

October 12, 2008 12:01 PM | Link to this

If you read the comments of the early repliers like Sir Winston and Proud American you can see the racism in the Obama haters. The cries at the rallies and the far too late response by McCain demonstrate that Palin’s race baiting is intentional. Lewis is correct, and I’m proud he had the courage to make it.

History is about to be made, and its cares the heck out of the racist/Christian/Replicans.

But I’m just another white boy for Obama!

By lisa

October 12, 2008 12:05 PM | Link to this

I strongly disagree that McCain is equal to George Wallace. But I also remember that Wallace came to know Jesus Christ as Lord towards the end of his life. I hope that these hate spewing McCain/Palin followers with do the same, and turn away from their hatred.

John Lewis may have meant well by trying to point out the divisive rhetoric that Palin (moreso than McCain) has been using. But by invoking the comparison it simply inflames an already heated situation.

The only way this country will continue to be the greatest the world has ever known is if its citizens can come together as the motto states: E Pluribus Unum.

Sadly, with these Obama worshippers and McCain’s militia of idiots being the loudest voices out there, I fear that the USA may have seen its greatest days behind it.

By Hey Soose

October 12, 2008 12:05 PM | Link to this

damndahaters, our candidates are not “susceptible to being”, but ARE being bought out. God Bless America, where everything is for sale and nothing is sacred!

By Tracee

October 12, 2008 12:06 PM | Link to this

Dondee,

You will get no argument from me on that. I don’t encourage nor condone anyone voting for a candidate simply because of their skin color. My point is that those people who are accusing Lewis of “playing the race card” are out of touch with reality, because the reality is race is and always will be a factor. We haven’t gotten past it thus far, and what’s unfortunate is that we may never get past it.

By Ken Strickland

October 12, 2008 12:07 PM | Link to this

RONNIE MOSLEY-I owe you a tremendous apology. I transposed the wrong name, please forgive me. I’m so glad you responded, otherwise I wouldn’t have known.

I also what to say this is much bigger than just Republican vs Democrat. It’s about a certain mindset, and hatred, racism, ignorance and stupidity transcends race, gender, social, economic and/or political affiliations. There are Democrats that are just as stupid, ignorant and racist as so many Republicans have shown themselves to be.

You see, that same ANAL MINDED RACIST element that established the KKK, fought the signing of the Civil Rights Act, and dominated the southern Democratic party, switched over enmass to the Republican party under Ronald Reagan. Reagan and the Republican party wanted to gain a foothold in the Democratically controlled south, and used the Willie Horton saga to show southern racists like David Duke, Strom Thurman, Jessie Helms, Lester Maddox etc, the new Republican party embraced their racist philosophy.

This explains the violent hatred, fear, cowardess and the highly MORONIC element that now seems to permeate the Republican party as well as these blogs. They are irrational, delusional, incapable of cognizant reasoning, extremely emotional, as well as emotionally flawed and filled with hatred or all things unlike them. A lot of them are the result of inbreeding and suffer from its devastating emotional, psychological as well as physical effects.

In reality they despise themselves and have very low self esteem, so they need something they can identify with that gives them a sense of belonging and bolsters that extremely low self esteem and self hatred. This explains why they identify so strongly with the Republican party and defend it with such blind devotion no matter how stupid they may show themselve to be in the process.

By saying the truth

October 12, 2008 12:09 PM | Link to this

Obama is a socialist - lets call it like it is - There should be no class difference, we all have a RIGHT to the best healthcare, a RIGHT to a home that is paid for by the Government, a RIGHT to a car, A RIGHT to everything. You don’t need to strive for doing the best and being rewarded when you do it. In a socialist society, we all do some work, get paid some wages and life a great life - The socialist deam!

By lisa

October 12, 2008 12:14 PM | Link to this

I strongly disagree that McCain is equal to George Wallace. But I also remember that Wallace came to know Jesus Christ as Lord towards the end of his life. I hope that these hate spewing McCain/Palin followers with do the same, and turn away from their hatred.

John Lewis may have meant well by trying to point out the divisive rhetoric that Palin (moreso than McCain) has been using. But by invoking the comparison it simply inflames an already heated situation.

The only way this country will continue to be the greatest the world has ever known is if its citizens can come together as the motto states: E Pluribus Unum.

Sadly, with these Obama worshippers and McCain’s militia of idiots being the loudest voices out there, I fear that the USA may have seen its greatest days behind it.

By Pretty please

October 12, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this

About 6 months ago, I walked up to Rep. Lewis at the Ansley Kroger and I thanked him for his service. I consider myself a conservative but I was just grateful that I was not represented by someone embarrassing, like Cynthia McKinney. I figured I was lucky because Rep. Lewis had never created any controversy or stirred the proverbial pot in my district. Well, Rep. Lewis, now you are an embarrassment. I take those kind words I offered to you back. Shame on you for being a race-baiter!

By lisa

October 12, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this

I strongly disagree that McCain is equal to George Wallace. But I also remember that Wallace came to know Jesus Christ as Lord towards the end of his life. I hope that these hate spewing McCain/Palin followers with do the same, and turn away from their hatred.

John Lewis may have meant well by trying to point out the divisive rhetoric that Palin (moreso than McCain) has been using. But by invoking the comparison it simply inflames an already heated situation.

The only way this country will continue to be the greatest the world has ever known is if its citizens can come together as the motto states: E Pluribus Unum.

Sadly, with these Obama worshippers and McCain’s militia of idiots being the loudest voices out there, I fear that the USA may have seen its greatest days behind it.

By Dee

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

Palin’s race baiting is intentional.

OK…please cite ONE statement by Palin that is “race-baiting”.

History is about to be made, and its cares the heck out of the racist/Christian/Replicans.

So Christians are racist, too? Interesting!

By Cletus Snow

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

John Lewis is beginning to sound more like that moonbat Cynthia McKinney everyday. Let’s hope he’ll zip his lip before he becomes even more of an embarrassment.

By Hey Soose

October 12, 2008 12:19 PM | Link to this

Ken Strickland, here lies the problem. You villify some people “extremely emotional, as well as emotionally flawed and filled with hatred ” by calling them ignorant, hateful, moronic, with low self-esteem and self-hatred. *So doesn’t that make your arguement emotionally flawed and hateful, too, “no matter how stupid they may show themselve to be in the process?” *

BTW, I’m sure the Democrats have no one like that among them, huh?

By Call It LIke It Is

October 12, 2008 12:21 PM | Link to this

How can anyone vote for Obama when he surrounds himself with hate, finger-pointing, & blame America crowd? Yet, this is the guy that the media continues to prop up!

Let’s see, Wright & Ayers, now these are respectful people that I would want in my inner circle of supporters. Are you kidding me? A racist & a terrorist. Why do you Obama supporters not question this? If this were McCain, the election would be over.

Furthermore, Obama has profited from this Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac mess, and once again, nothing is said, but blame Bush?

Wake UP America!

That’s right, your wonderful Dem- Socialist Party at work for America. Did you know that 5 million home mortages went to illegals that had no social security or fake numbers? Remember the Clinton years? This is Geraldine Farrow, Biden, Harry, and the like at their best. This mess has their fingerprints all over it, and no one wants to get to the root of this mess! This was their plan that everyone is entitled to a home B.S.!

A Democratic controlled Congress that has done nothing, nothing!

Therefore, many of you still will cast your vote for these loosers.

Unbelievable!

Hey look! All I am saying is the President (one person) can not bring about the change that most of us want.

It starts by Congress, and the people that we vote to put into our government to hopefully, look out for our country’s best interest. Not the President!

All of you Obama supporters, should take time to do your homework on this guy before you vote since I do not believe that most do not really know what is behind the curtain.

Enough Said!

By justduckie

October 12, 2008 12:22 PM | Link to this

c’mon guys - get your blinders off. “Get Him!”, “Terrorist”, “Kill Him!” - not appropriate. Should not be tolerated. It’s an accurate comparision to how quickly things can go bad when the wrong people are incited and allowed to behave badly. Get over it - Lewis has a point. No self-respecting American, white, black, latino, Dem, Republican or Libertarian should tolerate this kind of “free speech”. It’s ugly hate-mongering and has nothing to do with one’s politics. Everyone can agree that McCain is not racist and that’s not what Lewis said. But racist people ARE showing up at rallies, and preaching (on both sides) from the pulpit. And it needs to stop. We as a community need to step up and say - NOT OK.

By AdGurl

October 12, 2008 12:23 PM | Link to this

John Lewis was correct in his comments. The differences in each candidate’s town hall rallies and conventions are clear. While one campaign (Obama’s) has a more diverse gathering of folks, that truly represent the cultures of America, the other campaign (McCain’s) is widely represented by one culture/color. It is known at these rallies (particularly the outdoor rallies) there is such hatred spewed, nasty awful things said and the McCain campaign never addressed it until now. And now with the addition of Gov. Palin, she has only fueled the fire of racist and divisiveness which shouldn’t be apart of this presidential race, but sadly it is; you’ve NEVER hear any of this hatred mess at an Obama rally or gathering…NEVER. Now McCain wishes to turn it around after all these months — he can’t. The seeds are planted and now McCain’s supporters, because of their ignorance, are FORCING McCain to defend Obama. It’s McCain’s own doing and with only 4-weeks to go, he’s trying to turn this around this negativity that he breed, and sadly he can’t.

By Obama my god

October 12, 2008 12:25 PM | Link to this

It is simply racist to run against Obama. It is racist to say anything negative about Obama. It is racist to think any negative thougts about Obama. Obama should only be praised. Because of him, we are all saved. Lets lift our hands in praise to Obama, our one true saviour.

By Woah

October 12, 2008 12:25 PM | Link to this

Obama is an elitist. Go ahead and vote Obama because he’s semi-black. It’s patriotic to take from other Americans.

By justduckie

October 12, 2008 12:27 PM | Link to this

c’mon guys - get your blinders off. “Get Him!”, “Terrorist”, “Kill Him!” - not appropriate. Should not be tolerated. It’s an accurate comparision to how quickly things can go bad when the wrong people are incited and allowed to behave badly. Get over it - Lewis has a point. No self-respecting American, white, black, latino, Dem, Republican or Libertarian should tolerate this kind of “free speech”. It’s ugly hate-mongering and has nothing to do with one’s politics. Everyone can agree that McCain is not racist and that’s not what Lewis said. But racist people ARE showing up at rallies, and preaching (on both sides) from the pulpit. And it needs to stop. We as a community need to step up and say - NOT OK.

By Race card Schmace card

October 12, 2008 12:29 PM | Link to this

“Anyone that does not support Obama is a racist.” That is how they will be able to get over a loss in November. They will never examine the fact that Obama is a radical liberal. Comments like the one uttered by that idiot, John Lewis, will hurt Obama in the end. That is why John Lewis is trying to walk it back. Too late!!!!!!!

By Hey Soose

October 12, 2008 12:31 PM | Link to this

*AdGurl *, please remove the blinders before posting.

By dr soul

October 12, 2008 12:35 PM | Link to this

Unfortunate comments….but, it also confirms that this campaign is more about race than substance… no intelligent voter could find a reason to vote for Obama…it has become a very biased campaign due to having a first Afro-American candidate… look at the volume of black leaders who have, in the past, demonstrated a high degree of intelligence and character, but who are supporting Obama..it could be nothing else but skin color and a promotion of that issue.. there is not one reason to find that this man is qualified to be a President.. we will probably never see a campaign go without mudslinging and dodging of issues..most candidates are trying to be everything to everyone, which is ridiculous on it’s own merit.. Obama has the potential to possibly be qualified one day, but he has to get very far from some of his associations and also get some real experience in his foundation, other than showmanship… he needs to clean the latent radical hate mongers out of his association and beliefs.. he needs to educate himself to the real broad spectrum of foreign policy and economics.. he really needs to try and understand people.. he really needs to accomplish something of significance (and this would go for someone of either party or seeker of office)… this Hollywood act is a sham and disgrace to all who support him, a reflection of their own ignorance to qualification….we have some serious issues to confront in this great nation and ‘playacting’ on a hollow promise will not resolve this.. we do need the experience of interacting and knowing how congress operates and the proven ability to help make changes to do so…when Obama gets this experience, then it may provide a better choice, but he is many years away from being able to achieve any of the programs that he espouses… many have made this a popularity contest and I know that most of those know better in an intelligent way…they make themselves laughingstocks and pantywaists….we need a better representation to the world of our society and intelligence of that society to elect a leader… be objective and smart in your research and vote..

By Sam1234

October 12, 2008 12:35 PM | Link to this

Obama is a sleeper Muslim. He even referenced his “Muslim Faith” on that Sunday show hosted by that dwarf Clinton hack.

By What a Joke

October 12, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this

Another ignorant schwarza espousing racism. What do you expect from the black caucus. Notice how there is not a white caucus in Congress.

By Citizen of Chicago

October 12, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this

**I was surprised to read the comments here. There are some people who seem not to aspire to present the world with an honorable image of what an American is.

Let the world please note, that there are Americans who care. Not all of us give into the lust of anger, wearing it like a badge of honor. We know that people who really do good are usually dedicated, well prepared, careful and patient.

Let history note, also, that most Americans vintage 2008 are no so easily frightened by anything culturally unfamiliar though you might think so reading some of these posts. An unusual name, for example, does not make most of us wet ourselves with fear. If we disagree with a politician, we say so in ways that are convincing in an adult way.**

By Kennesaw Dave

October 12, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this

Chris, First off, I wasn’t taking a swipe at you personally in anyway. Second, I did not get my argument from a sound bite. My opinion was based off of watching the whole debate. Early in the process I actually didn’t mind what Obama said about healthcare when he debated Hillary. he actually said during that debate that he would work with insurance companies to and give tax benefits to insurance companies that offered policies at a discounted rate. I have no problem with that. What I do have a problem with is the government running healthcare altogether. We already have a national healthcare system right now. It’s called Medicare/Medicaid. And while it may provide some level of healthcare it is widely criticized by the media and plagued with fraud. Now, you’re right, I have not read Obama’s healthcare plan and I may do so when I get an opportunity later in the day. As for the small business argument, your candidate wants to raise capital gaines tax which small businesses benefit from. And while small businesses may not make $250,000 in “profits,” A small business owner may make 250,000.00 in “income.” And just so we’re clear, I’m not one to tote either party line. I vote my principles and my beliefs. I have nothing personally against Obama as a person. We just disagree on policies and some views of what’s fair.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 12:41 PM | Link to this

Puleease…if Obama were white this would not even be a race. If McCain were black, I’d still vote for Obama because what’s really scary is Palin in office. All she focuses on is abortion, HELLO…that is so 1970. Government should not have control of a woman’s uterus. That is between that person and their God. Whassup with addressing the real issues? It’s so obvious that people are voting simply on race and not leadership. Republicans use the same old tactic of fear and stirring up people’s emotions. Americans are too smart to fall for it this time around. OBAMA 2008!

By Sir Winston

October 12, 2008 12:41 PM | Link to this

“Misunderstood,” my eye!! Lewis knows exactly what he is doing. The Obama, peace be upon him, should be up by 20 pts by now. The reason he and his media hangers-on are spazzing out is because they realize that The Obama, peace be upon him, cannot close the deal. The Obama, peace be upon him, could not close the deal against Hillary, the super delegates had to do that, and this use of the race card is from a position of pure desperation. I predict that Lewis just cost The Obama, peace be upon him, OH and maybe PA. Peace.

By Kennesaw Dave

October 12, 2008 12:42 PM | Link to this

Chris, First off, I wasn’t taking a swipe at you personally in anyway. Second, I did not get my argument from a sound bite. My opinion was based off of watching the whole debate. Early in the process I actually didn’t mind what Obama said about healthcare when he debated Hillary. he actually said during that debate that he would work with insurance companies to and give tax benefits to insurance companies that offered policies at a discounted rate. I have no problem with that. What I do have a problem with is the government running healthcare altogether. We already have a national healthcare system right now. It’s called Medicare/Medicaid. And while it may provide some level of healthcare it is widely criticized by the media and plagued with fraud. Now, you’re right, I have not read Obama’s healthcare plan and I may do so when I get an opportunity later in the day. As for the small business argument, your candidate wants to raise capital gaines tax which small businesses benefit from. And while small businesses may not make $250,000 in “profits,” A small business owner may make 250,000.00 in “income.” And just so we’re clear, I’m not one to tote either party line. I vote my principles and my beliefs. I have nothing personally against Obama as a person. We just disagree on policies and some views of what’s fair.

By Dee

October 12, 2008 12:43 PM | Link to this

AdGurl…Are you serious…NEVER???? Really????? Have you actually been to an Obama rally? If you have and there was no mud-slinging going on, you were at a very rare and wonderful event. Obama and his minions sling mud with the best of them.

Doesn’t it strike you as strange that Lewis came out with this statement just AFTER McCain called for more civility? Do ya think Lewis wanted to keep the bad stuff going??? Do ya??? huh???

By Citizen of Chicago

October 12, 2008 12:44 PM | Link to this

**I was surprised to read the comments here. There are some people who seem not to aspire to present the world with an honorable image of what an American is.

Let the world please note, that there are Americans who care. Not all of us give into the lust of anger, wearing it like a badge of honor. We know that people who really do good are usually dedicated, well prepared, careful and patient.

Let history note, also, that most Americans vintage 2008 are no so easily frightened by anything culturally unfamiliar though you might think so reading some of these posts. An unusual name, for example, does not make most of us wet ourselves with fear. If we disagree with a politician, we say so in ways that are convincing in an adult way.**

By God I Hope not

October 12, 2008 12:47 PM | Link to this

Lewis is a racist!! Yes, Blacks can be racist too!!!

I hope Obama and the monkey he’s married watch their political dreams go down in flames come November.

By Obamagasm

October 12, 2008 12:48 PM | Link to this

Kennesaw Dave, you are a racist. You are a racist because you disagree with Obama. The Dear Leader, Chairman Obama cannot be wrong. You need to examine your heart. If not repent, then you shall forever be a racist.

By Dave

October 12, 2008 12:49 PM | Link to this

I was a McCain supporter in 2000 his campaign in 2008 reminds me of Pat Buchannon’s campaign where you just rile up the crowd who have the pitchforks. The same people in 2000 who called McCain unbalanced and accused him of fathering a Black baby are now calling Obama a terrorist, a secret Muslim, some want to kill a black man, some hate homosexuals. This has become a campaign of hatred. McCain has hired Karl Rove’s people who know how to rile up the masses controlling them at these rallies is the problem. McCain will ultimately be embarrassed by those he has attracted.

By Balack Obama

October 12, 2008 12:52 PM | Link to this

Citizen of Chicago, You’re not convincing at all. You’re doing nothing but being a condescending A-HOLE, and belittling others who don’t agree with you. Which makes that just as ignorant.

By Mary 4 Obama

October 12, 2008 12:52 PM | Link to this

Here is proof of the racism:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khuu-RhOBDU&feature=related

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 12:53 PM | Link to this

Obama has maintained respect and class throughout the campaign agains Hilary and McCain. Does anyone else see the anger in McCain during the debates? It’s extremely condescending and ever since the RNC, extremely offensive. Anyone that says race doesn’t exist and oh just get over it is in denial. If Obama were white, this would not even be a race. If McCain were black, I would still vote for Obama. And the fact that McCain chose Palin is a HORRIBLE judgment call, I mean, can you really imagine her in the White House?? Wake up folks. Hope over Fear. Thank God Americans are smarter than that. Who has substance and wants to address the real issues? OBAMA Vote Smart This Time. Everyone knows Obama is not a Muslim or Terroist. TRUTH NOT LIES - do your research.

By Balack Obama

October 12, 2008 12:53 PM | Link to this

Citizen of Chicago, You’re not convincing at all. You’re doing nothing but being a condescending A-HOLE, and belittling others who don’t agree with you. Which makes you just as ignorant.

By Jim

October 12, 2008 12:54 PM | Link to this

Yeah it is Roves fault that Lewis had to play the race card. Whatever, Dave. Whatever.

By erika

October 12, 2008 12:55 PM | Link to this

The Mc KKK Lin candidacy for the highest office in this country is filled with hatred and racism. I watched McCain’s rally and Palin’s rally and people were saying “liar”, “lynch him”, “traitor”, and a little child said I can’t touch “Obama” without a glove with both parents present. And Palin, is quoted as saying “Sambo won over the Witch” in a public restaurant. The Americans are over in IRAQ fighting for the principles of AMERICA, but are our principles any different then theirs? We are country filled with hate “The Confederacy Lost” accept it and let’s move on.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 12:57 PM | Link to this

Obama has maintained respect and class throughout the campaign agains Hilary and McCain. Does anyone else see the anger in McCain during the debates? It’s extremely condescending and ever since the RNC, extremely offensive. Anyone that says race doesn’t exist and oh just get over it is in denial. If Obama were white, this would not even be a race. If McCain were black, I would still vote for Obama. And the fact that McCain chose Palin is a HORRIBLE judgment call, I mean, can you really imagine her in the White House?? Wake up folks. Hope over Fear. Thank God Americans are smarter than that. Who has substance and wants to address the real issues? OBAMA Vote Smart This Time. Everyone knows Obama is not a Muslim or Terroist. TRUTH NOT LIES - do your research.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 12:57 PM | Link to this

Obama has maintained respect and class throughout the campaign agains Hilary and McCain. Does anyone else see the anger in McCain during the debates? It’s extremely condescending and ever since the RNC, extremely offensive. Anyone that says race doesn’t exist and oh just get over it is in denial. If Obama were white, this would not even be a race. If McCain were black, I would still vote for Obama. And the fact that McCain chose Palin is a HORRIBLE judgment call, I mean, can you really imagine her in the White House?? Wake up folks. Hope over Fear. Thank God Americans are smarter than that. Who has substance and wants to address the real issues? OBAMA Vote Smart This Time. Everyone knows Obama is not a Muslim or Terroist. TRUTH NOT LIES - do your research.

By GACitizen

October 12, 2008 12:58 PM | Link to this

I am an Independent. My mother-who doesn’t belong to either Party- was watching the news with clips of some McCain/Palin rallies -told me she was scared for Obama’s life. She had seen the clips with people in the crowd shouting “terrorist!”, “treason!”, “liar!”, “off with his head!”, “kill him!” When I saw it myself, I was astonished at just how low McCain and Palin and their associates would go. I used to have some respect for them, but now I see their true colors. To insinuate that Obama is a terrorist, a Muslim, different from us, and so forth is clearly race-baiting. They have made these innuendos throughout the campaign to the point that their followers are actually scared of Obama! They are sowing this fear and then stirring people up at their rallies in a hateful way to the point where McCain recently has been obliged to correct people at his rallies, like the lady who called Obama “Arab” and others who say they are afraid that Obama could get elected. This has gone way too far and it’s out of bounds. This is dishonorable and deplorable. And could actually incite some people to violence by fear and hate mongering. So Lewis actually is correct in his comparisons. It is about time somebody spoke up. McCain/Palin should stick to the issues and stop their campaign of fear and hate mongering.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 12:58 PM | Link to this

Obama has maintained respect and class throughout the campaign agains Hilary and McCain. Does anyone else see the anger in McCain during the debates? It’s extremely condescending and ever since the RNC, extremely offensive. Anyone that says race doesn’t exist and oh just get over it is in denial. If Obama were white, this would not even be a race. If McCain were black, I would still vote for Obama. And the fact that McCain chose Palin is a HORRIBLE judgment call, I mean, can you really imagine her in the White House?? Wake up folks. Hope over Fear. Thank God Americans are smarter than that. Who has substance and wants to address the real issues? OBAMA Vote Smart This Time. Everyone knows Obama is not a Muslim or Terroist. TRUTH NOT LIES - do your research.

By Dondee

October 12, 2008 1:01 PM | Link to this

Mr. CMon Folks,

While Obama may not be a terrorist or Muslim, he most certainly is a very liberal democrat who seems to want to point our nation in the direction of socialism.

He has made some poor judgment calls in who he associates with and that leads me to wonder if we can trust his judgment in running the country. You can argue that everyone associates with people who are questionable. However, how can a person sit in a church for 20 years and claim not to hear hate filled racist sermons? How can Obama claim to not know that Bill Ayers was in his neighborhood, etc., when he began his political career in his neighborhood and has served on boards with him? Again, lapses in judgment that I think do not bode well for our country.

Mr. Obama is not ready for prime time.

By jlw

October 12, 2008 1:03 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is an outdated loon. Him, Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, and all “those other guys” are stuck in the ‘60’s. They try and find a bit of racisim in everything just to get media coverage. They had their time when what they did was neccessary, but now it’s time for them to lay down their pitch forks and torches and realize this is the year 2008 not 1968.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 1:03 PM | Link to this

I find it interesting that the first paragraph of the article states…Name-calling in the 2008 presidential campaign took a highly serious turn on Saturday morning.

How is this a more serious turn than Governor Palin stating that Senator Obama pals around with terrorist.

And to the posters that state that the race card is being played. Why wasn’t the race card being played when Sarah Palin brought up Rev. Wright. She was playing to the fears of white America.

By Mike Saunders

October 12, 2008 1:04 PM | Link to this

What is John Lewis doing? Has he lost his mind? This is gonna hurt Obama in the end. I wonder if the Clintons have gotten to Lewis, again. Something is very wrong with this thing. This makes no sense.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:07 PM | Link to this

I feel really sad for God I Hope Not. The beauty of American is the differences in everyone and the many many qualities each person possesses. The ugliness of America are comments that people like you make, so ignorant you can tell your exposure is probably miniscule. Get out of your box and meet someone different, I promise the color won’t rub off and just maybe you may learn something new. Wow is this really 2008??

By D Grogan

October 12, 2008 1:07 PM | Link to this

Obama loves to hang around people that hate America (His wife and Rev. Wright) and terrorists (Bill Ayers and the nutjob President of Iran). Obama has himself to blame for his associations. It is not McCain’s fault that Obama has poor judgment.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:10 PM | Link to this

I feel really sad for God I Hope Not. The beauty of American is the differences in everyone and the many many qualities each person possesses. The ugliness of America are comments that people like you make, so ignorant you can tell your exposure is probably miniscule. Get out of your box and meet someone different, I promise the color won’t rub off and just maybe you may learn something new. Wow is this really 2008??

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:13 PM | Link to this

I feel really sad for God I Hope Not. The beauty of American is the differences in everyone and the many many qualities each person possesses. The ugliness of America are comments that people like you make, so ignorant you can tell your exposure is probably miniscule. Get out of your box and meet someone different, I promise the color won’t rub off and just maybe you may learn something new. Wow is this really 2008??

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:15 PM | Link to this

I feel really sad for God I Hope Not. The beauty of American is the differences in everyone and the many many qualities each person possesses. The ugliness of America are comments that people like you make, so ignorant you can tell your exposure is probably miniscule. Get out of your box and meet someone different, I promise the color won’t rub off and just maybe you may learn something new. Wow is this really 2008??

By myconju

October 12, 2008 1:15 PM | Link to this

Haven’t you people learned yet. The AJC is race baiting.

How is it that the campaign took a highly serious turn yesterday with John Lewis’ remarks, but not when Sarah Palin stated that Barack Obama was paling around with terrorist.

And to the posters that claim that the race card was played. Why wasn’t the race card played when Sarah Palin, praying on the fears of white America, brought up Rev. Wright again.

Now I don’t think that every white person who backs John McCain is a racist, but I do think that every white person who is not making 250,000 and backing John McCain really needs to look closer at the issues. You might find that Barack Obama is the candidate for you.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this

Haven’t you people learned yet. The AJC is race baiting.

How is it that the campaign took a highly serious turn yesterday with John Lewis’ remarks, but not when Sarah Palin stated that Barack Obama was paling around with terrorist.

And to the posters that claim that the race card was played. Why wasn’t the race card played when Sarah Palin, praying on the fears of white America, brought up Rev. Wright again.

Now I don’t think that every white person who backs John McCain is a racist, but I do think that every white person who is not making 250,000 and backing John McCain really needs to look closer at the issues. You might find that Barack Obama is the candidate for you.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this

I feel really sad for God I Hope Not. The beauty of American is the differences in everyone and the many many qualities each person possesses. The ugliness of America are comments that people like you make, so ignorant you can tell your exposure is probably miniscule. Get out of your box and meet someone different, I promise the color won’t rub off and just maybe you may learn something new. Wow is this really 2008??

By What a Joke

October 12, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this

Another ignorant schwarza espousing racism.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this

I feel really sad for God I Hope Not. The beauty of American is the differences in everyone and the many many qualities each person possesses. The ugliness of America are comments that people like you make, so ignorant you can tell your exposure is probably miniscule. Get out of your box and meet someone different, I promise the color won’t rub off and just maybe you may learn something new. Wow is this really 2008??

By James

October 12, 2008 1:18 PM | Link to this

If you thimk John Mccain and Sarah Palin are racist, you wouldn’t know a real racist f he/she backed over you. The only racist in the crowd is John Lewis whose mouth is moving without ever engaging his brain.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:23 PM | Link to this

This campaign was extremely tough and emotional for all candidates. Obama has maintained a cool and sensible head during all of this mess. Look at McCain’s response to pressure! Choosing Palin and going back and forth on issues? He is not even sure what tactic to use against Obama? At least Obama has a consistent theme, he has maintained through out. And as for Dondee, do you really think McCain and not so bright are ready for prime time? Do you hear their responses? Yeah, Ok! Look people, when Obama takes office in January, you will see he is for all people UNLIKE McCain and whatever her name is. We see how McCain has voted in the past! Thanks but no thanks.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:24 PM | Link to this

This campaign was extremely tough and emotional for all candidates. Obama has maintained a cool and sensible head during all of this mess. Look at McCain’s response to pressure! Choosing Palin and going back and forth on issues? He is not even sure what tactic to use against Obama? At least Obama has a consistent theme, he has maintained through out. And as for Dondee, do you really think McCain and not so bright are ready for prime time? Do you hear their responses? Yeah, Ok! Look people, when Obama takes office in January, you will see he is for all people UNLIKE McCain and whatever her name is. We see how McCain has voted in the past! Thanks but no thanks.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:24 PM | Link to this

This campaign was extremely tough and emotional for all candidates. Obama has maintained a cool and sensible head during all of this mess. Look at McCain’s response to pressure! Choosing Palin and going back and forth on issues? He is not even sure what tactic to use against Obama? At least Obama has a consistent theme, he has maintained through out. And as for Dondee, do you really think McCain and not so bright are ready for prime time? Do you hear their responses? Yeah, Ok! Look people, when Obama takes office in January, you will see he is for all people UNLIKE McCain and whatever her name is. We see how McCain has voted in the past! Thanks but no thanks.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:24 PM | Link to this

This campaign was extremely tough and emotional for all candidates. Obama has maintained a cool and sensible head during all of this mess. Look at McCain’s response to pressure! Choosing Palin and going back and forth on issues? He is not even sure what tactic to use against Obama? At least Obama has a consistent theme, he has maintained through out. And as for Dondee, do you really think McCain and not so bright are ready for prime time? Do you hear their responses? Yeah, Ok! Look people, when Obama takes office in January, you will see he is for all people UNLIKE McCain and whatever her name is. We see how McCain has voted in the past! Thanks but no thanks.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 1:28 PM | Link to this

D Grogan Barack Obama does not pal around with Bill Ayers, neither is Rev. Wright a racist. Stop playing on the fears of white America. Rev. Wright not only served his Country in the marines, but the United Church of Christ is a predominately white denomination. While you are playing snippets of what Rev. Wright had to say in one sermon, why won’t you listen to it all. Why won’t you go to the truth about Trinity website and become more educated.

We turn this election into something bad when we debate race more than we debate the issues.

I am African American and I support Barack Obama. However, I do not believe every republican who supports John McCain is a racist. I do believe if you are a McCain supporter and you do not make at least 250,000 or more a year…you need to pay closer attention to the issues.

Barack Obama does not support socialized medicine. He believes that health insurance should be affordable for all. Compare his health insurance plan to John McCains.

Energy independance by exploring alternative sources is a biggy with Senator Obama. Not so with McCain…”Drill baby drill”. Exploring alternative energy sources will spawn new jobs all over this Country, not just in Alaska and Texas

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this

It pretty much doesn’t matter at this point anyway because we all know who will win the election. I have never voted in a presidential election, only local level and there are thousands maybe millions of new voters out there like me. And guess what, Obama is the reason I am getting out to VOTE! Again, Hope Over Fear. People are scared of change, but I think this time, America is sick of the same OLD MESS!!

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this

It pretty much doesn’t matter at this point anyway because we all know who will win the election. I have never voted in a presidential election, only local level and there are thousands maybe millions of new voters out there like me. And guess what, Obama is the reason I am getting out to VOTE! Again, Hope Over Fear. People are scared of change, but I think this time, America is sick of the same OLD MESS!!

By lakeman

October 12, 2008 1:30 PM | Link to this

buckwheat is at it again….he is in the same league of jimmy carter….open their mouths and lies come out…lewis is an embrassment to the state of georgia…he is a racist and tries to paint all those that disagree with him as being racist…shame on you so called congressman…

By erika

October 12, 2008 1:31 PM | Link to this

Terrorism is alive and well via Mc KKK Lin candidacy. These people have allowed their forum to be filled with terroristic threats, such as “Lynch him”, “traitor”, “Kill him”, and Palin is quoted “Sambo won over the Witch” The race card has been played in America by a Maverick who became a POW and Trailer Park Trash who abuses her power. We are fighting a war in “Iraq” for the same principles of America—how are Americans any different? The Confederacy was lost America’s terrorist—Get Over It!

By TheWord

October 12, 2008 1:33 PM | Link to this

To the ones on this board, and the ones in this country, who continue to bash Christianity, this is for you.

*Romans 12: 14-19 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.

Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord.*

By Hey Soose

October 12, 2008 1:36 PM | Link to this

CmonFolks, Please, calm down. You only need to press the post button ONCE.

By Snarks

October 12, 2008 1:42 PM | Link to this

But Republicans know that anything you tell them three times is true….this is why they repeat posts over and over again.

That, and they’re dumb as a bag of hammers.

By Hey TheWord

October 12, 2008 1:44 PM | Link to this

I am Christian, but I’m no dominionist like Sarah Palin.

See that part in the bible that says, “MINE to avenge”?

Sarah Palin and John McCain and many people here believe that they act in the name of God and that “MINE” means “THEM”.

It doesn’t.

By Proud American

October 12, 2008 1:46 PM | Link to this

Iknow that there is a lot of good hard working God fearing people in Ga. What scares me is the number of people not using there minds, but letting someone with a rock star aurora confuse the issues. Come on People this is America the land of the free and the home of the brave, and I for one am not willing to wave the white flag of surrender and give our country and our freedoms away. Lets go to the poles and send Barack Hussien Obama back to where he came from.

By Wackolibhack

October 12, 2008 1:48 PM | Link to this

It is Bush’s fault that Obama and his folks have decided to use the race card on McCain like they did Bill and Hillary Clinton. I hate Bush!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Citizen of Chicago

October 12, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this

I’ve avoided bigots and weird conspiracy people all my life. I should have tried harder to understand their obvious pain and to get them to understand — you don’t have to be that way. This is America.

Maybe teachers no longer teach this in the schools, that all men are created equal. Maybe they no longer teach this in the churches, to love God and to love thy neighbor, to do unto others as you would have them do unto you. I always thought somebody else was doing the teaching.

I am obviously not perfect, but whatever good example I can be and whomever I can share my knowledge with, I will.

By Jimmy A

October 12, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this

This little stunt will backfire.

By JD

October 12, 2008 1:53 PM | Link to this

Virtually everything Ken Strickland posts here is false. There is not enough time to discredit his nonsense. Just ignore the racist jerk.

By American

October 12, 2008 1:55 PM | Link to this

After reading the comments, it appeared that many on this blog lives sheltered lives; that is, apparently they only associated with people of their culture, limited education, and their ideology or world view is limited by TV consumption, blogs and uninformed family/friends. First of all, this blog has been limited to a Black or White issue. There are other races and cultures in America. Second, Americans practice various religions: Christanity, Unitarian Universalism, Judaism, Buddaish, Islam, Hinduiasm, Native American religions, and so on. America is a melting pot, containing people of all races, religions, and cultures. The only “Real Americans” are Native Americans. So to reduce America’s culture to Blacks and White is crazy and uniformed, at best. Those who have limited views and speak with contempt for others are speaking from fear of change. Only the extremely ignorant or the extremely intelligent can resist change.

By DaninMacon

October 12, 2008 1:57 PM | Link to this

What is with the Democrat politicians in our state? Carter, Mckinney (both of them, Billy and Cynthia) and now Lewis. The GA Democrat party has some real problems. This comment will haunt the Obama campaign in the weeks to come. I think Lewis just October Surprised his own candidate.

By Downtowner

October 12, 2008 2:00 PM | Link to this

The point of Lewis’s comments is that the hate rhetoric by Palin especially but also McCain is causing their supporters to shout at rallies, “Kill him!” “Muslim!” “Off with his head!”—and this may lead to the REAL horror: assassination. Palin’s comments are often racially-coded, with racial implications. “Palling around with terrorists.” “He’s not like you and me.” That is indeed playing with fire.

By Jethro

October 12, 2008 2:02 PM | Link to this

Pick me, pick me, pick me, I know what’s wrong! Just read the above posts, it’s the “us against them” mentality that’s ruining our country. It’s the “you’re a moron, because you’re views are different from mine” attitude, FROM BOTH SIDES.

Paraphrasing from above comments, it’s not the, “moronic” Republicans or the “ignorant” Democrats, causing our problems, it’s people with outlooks like the majority of you posting. People with these same outlooks are running our country, and rather than compromise or work together, it’s my way or the highway, which is, indeed, truly ignorant.

This November, we aren’t getting the best man. We’re getting exactly what we deserve.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this

im calm hey soose, just like my man Barack throughout this whole thing. this will be my last comment because I’ll be early voting tomorrow. I had a delay with my post button and I thought it was just going through once. So it’s cool. PEACE

By Reason

October 12, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this

I wonder how the independent voters will view these comments. I bet that this is a net negative for the Obama camp. This was a truly stupid thing to say.

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 2:04 PM | Link to this

im calm hey soose, just like my man Barack throughout this whole thing. this will be my last comment because I’ll be early voting tomorrow. I had a delay with my post button and I thought it was just going through once. So it’s cool. PEACE

By CmonFolks

October 12, 2008 2:04 PM | Link to this

im calm hey soose, just like my man Barack throughout this whole thing. this will be my last comment because I’ll be early voting tomorrow. I had a delay with my post button and I thought it was just going through once. So it’s cool. PEACE

By Will Jones

October 12, 2008 2:10 PM | Link to this

Proud American Faux - Obama is native born American. Your saying he should go back to Hawaii? Kansas? Illinois? …is idiotic and an affront to the true American’s Creed.

P.S. “their,” not “there;”

“aura,” not “aurora;”

“polls,” not “poles;”

“Hussein,” not “Hussien.”

To be free Americans must be enlightened. To be enlightened Americans must educate ourselves. Learning is a good thing and sine qua non for enlightened, free, established Individual Sovereignty: the crux of American Exceptionalism.

Despots rule through manipulation of venal and ignorant thugs. To be American and sovereign one must be enlightened and willing to execute sovereign rights.

Death for Treason against the Creed, the Constitution, and the People.

By ProudToBeRight

October 12, 2008 2:11 PM | Link to this

We have all watched a baseball game, or a football game where the referee or umpire make a call against our team, and we boo and disagree with the call. We think they are against our team, and we scream and yell some pretty bad stuff. Then we see the replay, and if you are an honest person, most of the time we find the call was correct. I think the situation with the economy is the same. A lot of folks are jumping all over the Republicans and placing blame on them. But once you see the facts (replay), if you are intellectually honest, you realize that this is not the Republicans fault, it is everyones fault, and that includes us. We have lived way beyond our means, and have borrowed ourselves into the level of debt we have never seen.

Just remember, when you point a finger, there are 3 pointing back at you!

By ProudToBeRight

October 12, 2008 2:20 PM | Link to this

We have all watched a baseball game, or a football game where the referee or umpire make a call against our team, and we boo and disagree with the call. We think they are against our team, and we scream and yell some pretty bad stuff. Then we see the replay, and if you are an honest person, most of the time we find the call was correct. I think the situation with the economy is the same. A lot of folks are jumping all over the Republicans and placing blame on them. But once you see the facts (replay), if you are intellectually honest, you realize that this is not the Republicans fault, it is everyones fault, and that includes us. We have lived way beyond our means, and have borrowed ourselves into the level of debt we have never seen.

Just remember, when you point a finger, there are 3 pointing back at you!

By nm

October 12, 2008 2:24 PM | Link to this

To CmonFolks: I am w/ you. As a Obama supporter, I take my cues from him and do not engage in spewing hate and insults. Brush in off is what Obama does. Good for you CmonFolks, I, too, and logging off as this blog is unproductive. See you at early voting tomorrow. Peace Out.

By Ken Strickland

October 12, 2008 2:27 PM | Link to this

This is something Republicans pretend not to notice because they are in deep denial. The entire McCain/Palin campaign, as well as the Republican party, has been operating and making decisisons out of desperation.

(1)McCain started his campaign promoting himself as the best qualified candidate because of his experience, insider influence and connections. When that didn’t give him a lead in the polls, he suddenly SWITCHED and started claiming to be an OUTSIDER. REPUBLICANS PRETENDED NOT TO NOTICE.

(2)McCain supported and voted for over 90% of Bush’s flawed Republican backed policies, but when Bush became a liability and a joke, he suddenly SWITCHED AGAIN and started claiming to be a MAVERICK. REPUBLICANS STILL PRETENTED NOT TO NOTICE.

(3)When those strategies didn’t work, he and the Republican party became truely desperate and selected Sarah Palin as his running mate without knowing a thing about her other than she would possibly appeal to women, racist/conservatives and religious zealots. The fact she was under investigation for abuse of power, possible witness tampering, as well as being unqualified to do much of anything, didn’t matter. REPUBLICANS PRETENDED THIS WASN’T AN ISSUE.

(4)After declaring THE ECONOMY WAS FUNDAMENTALLY SOUND, McCain then SWITCHED AGAIN less than 2hrs later and declared THE ECONOMY WAS IN THE WORSE CRISIS SINCE THE DEPRESSION. Then less than 2wks later, he pretended to suspend his campaign and rush to Washington to help solve a problem he’s admitted isn’t his strong suit. All of this is less than 2wks after declaring THE ECONOMY WAS FUNDAMENTALLY SOUND, which shows he’s completely out of touch. REPUBLICANS STILL PRETENDED NOT TO NOTICE MCCAIN’S IRRATIC BEHAVIOR AND FLIP FLOPPING.

(5)After his latest strategy failed, he and the republican party became even more desperate and started a slander campaign agaist Obama. Suddenly, after over 20 months of presidential campaigning, after knowing the FBI, CIA and Homeland Security thoroughly vetted him, they SUDDENLY SWITCHED AGAIN and pretended to be concerned about his past associations, middle name, while insinuating he might be an Arab, a Muslim or a terrorist. TALK ABOUT A BUNCH OF REPUBLICAN BS.

(6)Now, after these totally unsubstantiated negative attacks against Obama backfired, they’ve now SWITCHED AGAIN by pretending to show their concern about the racist hatred they’ve stirred up among Republican supporters.

Now, McCain and the Republican party is faced with the fact that millions of undecided voters are witnessing, and being turned off by McCain/Republican supporters spewing racist comments, hatred and displaying their special brand of ignorance and stupidity. Then McCain and his Republican handlers decided to switch and start pretending to be against their brand of behavior, only to find out they’re now turning off the racist/conservative base om their party.

AGAIN, I HAVE TO ASK THE SAME QUESTION. HOW STUPID, IGNORANT, MORONIC, DELUSIONAL AND DEEP IN DENIAL DOES ONE HAVE TO BE TO BE A REPUBLICAN? MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Ken Strickland

October 12, 2008 2:27 PM | Link to this

This is something Republicans pretend not to notice because they are in deep denial. The entire McCain/Palin campaign, as well as the Republican party, has been operating and making decisisons out of desperation.

(1)McCain started his campaign promoting himself as the best qualified candidate because of his experience, insider influence and connections. When that didn’t give him a lead in the polls, he suddenly SWITCHED and started claiming to be an OUTSIDER. REPUBLICANS PRETENDED NOT TO NOTICE.

(2)McCain supported and voted for over 90% of Bush’s flawed Republican backed policies, but when Bush became a liability and a joke, he suddenly SWITCHED AGAIN and started claiming to be a MAVERICK. REPUBLICANS STILL PRETENTED NOT TO NOTICE.

(3)When those strategies didn’t work, he and the Republican party became truely desperate and selected Sarah Palin as his running mate without knowing a thing about her other than she would possibly appeal to women, racist/conservatives and religious zealots. The fact she was under investigation for abuse of power, possible witness tampering, as well as being unqualified to do much of anything, didn’t matter. REPUBLICANS PRETENDED THIS WASN’T AN ISSUE.

(4)After declaring THE ECONOMY WAS FUNDAMENTALLY SOUND, McCain then SWITCHED AGAIN less than 2hrs later and declared THE ECONOMY WAS IN THE WORSE CRISIS SINCE THE DEPRESSION. Then less than 2wks later, he pretended to suspend his campaign and rush to Washington to help solve a problem he’s admitted isn’t his strong suit. All of this is less than 2wks after declaring THE ECONOMY WAS FUNDAMENTALLY SOUND, which shows he’s completely out of touch. REPUBLICANS STILL PRETENDED NOT TO NOTICE MCCAIN’S IRRATIC BEHAVIOR AND FLIP FLOPPING.

(5)After his latest strategy failed, he and the republican party became even more desperate and started a slander campaign agaist Obama. Suddenly, after over 20 months of presidential campaigning, after knowing the FBI, CIA and Homeland Security thoroughly vetted him, they SUDDENLY SWITCHED AGAIN and pretended to be concerned about his past associations, middle name, while insinuating he might be an Arab, a Muslim or a terrorist. TALK ABOUT A BUNCH OF REPUBLICAN BS.

(6)Now, after these totally unsubstantiated negative attacks against Obama backfired, they’ve now SWITCHED AGAIN by pretending to show their concern about the racist hatred they’ve stirred up among Republican supporters.

Now, McCain and the Republican party is faced with the fact that millions of undecided voters are witnessing, and being turned off by McCain/Republican supporters spewing racist comments, hatred and displaying their special brand of ignorance and stupidity. Then McCain and his Republican handlers decided to switch and start pretending to be against their brand of behavior, only to find out they’re now turning off the racist/conservative base om their party.

AGAIN, I HAVE TO ASK THE SAME QUESTION. HOW STUPID, IGNORANT, MORONIC, DELUSIONAL AND DEEP IN DENIAL DOES ONE HAVE TO BE TO BE A REPUBLICAN? MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!

By JR

October 12, 2008 2:31 PM | Link to this

I just want to say thanks to John for helping me make up mind. I don’t want a president that will label me a racist every time I disagree with him!

By Ricky James

October 12, 2008 2:36 PM | Link to this

When Obama takes a loss in November he can send a thank you note to Lewis. Lewis is some sort of old retard. This is not a smart move.

By Balack Obama

October 12, 2008 2:37 PM | Link to this

*Ken Strickland *, what you fail to understand is that the same might be asked of you, by someone who doesn’t agree with you. *HOW STUPID, IGNORANT, MORONIC, AND DELUSIONAL AND DEEP IN DENIAL DOES KEN STRICKLAND HAVE TO BE TO SUPPORT OBAMA? MY GOD, WHAT AN IDIOT! *

Wow, name calling, that really solves the problem now doesn’t it, Ken Strickland?

By JR

October 12, 2008 2:38 PM | Link to this

I see that most of the Obama supporters are posting the same thing multiple times. I guess they are just getting practice for voting!

By JR

October 12, 2008 2:43 PM | Link to this

I see that most of the Obama supporters are posting the same thing multiple times. I guess they are just getting practice for voting!

By Chris

October 12, 2008 2:46 PM | Link to this

*John Lewis, et al, need to put away their black agenda and remember that their constituents are AMERICANS. John Kennedy and Ronald Reagan didn’t run for President on an Irish agenda. *

Every presidential candidate in history campaigned on their programs for protection of our country and citizens, and improvement of our country…. except for the black candidates. Jesse Jackson exhibited tunnel vision and was so self-focused on his segment of the community, that he was obviously blind to the fact that America is made up of citizens from every corner of the world.

John Lewis is painting Obama in the same racial corner with his outrageously stupid comments.

Lewis has harmed Obama’s campaign with his hurtful and divisive attacks. These people need to decide whether they are Americans or some other nationality. If you don’t identify with America and don’t want to be an American, then move out.

At this very moment, blacks are still enslaving their black enemy tribes in Africa. Why isn’t John Lewis leading a campaign to end the black-on-black atrocities in the African countries, or some of the Caribbean nations such as Jamaica instead of trying to ignite a racial bomb in the US presidential campaign? It seem that Brad Pit and Angelina are more concerned with the atrocities in Africa than John Lewis.

Stop making every issue a We verses Them racial affront. It just isn’t so.

By Ken Strickland

October 12, 2008 2:47 PM | Link to this

Hi, I’m Ken Strickland, and I lick donkey nuts, and would blow Obama if given the chance. If you don’t agree with me you’re a stupid, moron, who has no right to this earth, much less an opinion.

By john

October 12, 2008 2:48 PM | Link to this

Anything anyone says negative about Obama will cause some people to scream racism. Obama’s color is the elephant in the room no one wants to talk about. I don’t care if he is black , white ,green or purple just stop the references to race ,civil rights etc when he is criticized.

By the way ,What are his qualifications to be President ? Oh ,I forgot I can’t ask that otherwise I will appear racist.

By Brian Strickland

October 12, 2008 2:51 PM | Link to this

**John Lewis is a racist and he should be censured. He is an embarassment to the state of Georgia. He needs to be voted out of office - I am doing my part this year to see that he doesn’t go back to Washington. Sadly, Lewis is just a puppet of Barack Obama to just throw it the race card and if any flack comes of it, Lewis takes the heat and not Obama. Obama is horrible and full of it. He will probably steal the election this year with the help of his organization, Acorn. Obama should be arrested.

By bigred

October 12, 2008 2:54 PM | Link to this

Hey Gene! You call Antilewis and Dawg and others “RACIST CRACKERS” and then precede to spew your own HATE! This only proves exactly what every other comment on here is saying.Blacks,whether it be yourself or John Lewis or Jesse or Al Sharpton somehow think that you cannot be RACIST because you are not WHITE.That is like saying that George Jefferson was just a sounding board for Archie Bunker!Who was the voice of reason and common sense in both families? Louise”WEEZY” and Edith”DINGBAT”,their wives!They were friends despite their husbands.The race card,in a world where any minority wants to be taken seriously,cannot be taken out everytime things don’t go your way because ALL minorities NOW have just as many if not more opportunities than anyone else.Money is available to minorities and foreigners that is not available to WHITES.SO to whine and whimper you are owed something for what happened to your ancestors is like smokers getting money because they got cancer.Oh,that’s right!They did!That is like the little ol’ lady that sued McDonald’s because she was burned by the hot coffee she ordered that turned out to be hot!Oh,that’s right!She got paid too!Oh well,those DUMBAZZES gotz PAIDzzzzz!Why shouldn’t you,right?After all,I as a white man have it made!I get to sleep in every day and have all my meals brought to me in bed and play golf every day and get all the sweet young stuff I want!WHUUT???Oh,I just woke up and it’s time to go to work!I guess I was just dreaming too!!! It wasn’t the dream of the great MLK but most blacks have spit on his memory and what he was about,including his own greedy and conspiring children!

By B6542

October 12, 2008 2:55 PM | Link to this

BOHICA !!!

By CoolHead

October 12, 2008 2:56 PM | Link to this

I would guess that many of the bloggers have family and/or jobs. Do you think that you can spend hours on this blogs, typing hateful remarks and it doesn’t affect you. It is impossible to impart that much hatred and get away from your computer and have a calm, loving spirit. The hate that you are espousing on this site hurts you and those close to you more than the reader. The people around you, your family, neighbors, and co-workers will have to deal with your anger. The mind and body does not work that way; that is, you cannot separate anger. If you are angry on this site, you are angry within your home and community.

By ProudToBeRight

October 12, 2008 2:58 PM | Link to this

I see Ken Strickland is very good at repeating the democratic talking points. He is probably doing a copy/paste from Moveon.org.

I find it extremely hypocritical when Mr Strickland goes into a hysterical rant about Republicans. Are you not taking your meds again?

Calm down. He makes my point exactly. If your guy is winning so big, why the anger?

By myconju

October 12, 2008 3:02 PM | Link to this

I am an Obama supporter. This election is not about race. It is about the Middle Class. Without the middle class of all races we have nothing.

Don’t let anyone make this thing about race. Back off any racist black or white that wants to make this about race. Remember the line…”We are all Americans, pledging allegiance to the Stars and Stripes”.

By Daren R Couch

October 12, 2008 3:06 PM | Link to this

Definitions to consider. Bigot: a prejudiced person who is intolerant of any opinions differing from his own Racist: An advocate of racism; Of, relating to, or advocating racism. Sound more descriptive of the democratic party than rebulicans.

By J in GA

October 12, 2008 3:25 PM | Link to this

What an embarassment John Lewis has become. He pulled this same race-baiting crap (along with Shirley Franklin) two years ago in the Fulton County Commission Chairman’s race when he warned about bringing back Bull O’Connor and the fire hoses if a Republican was elected.

By Kate

October 12, 2008 3:28 PM | Link to this

Congressman Lewis’ comments have been misconstrued, and in my opinion deliberately so. His clarification makes that clear, and frankly should not have been necessary. The comparison made by Congressman Lewis was able and appropriate. Senator McCain unleashed the politics of fear and hate and is now having trouble getting the genie back in the bottle. I don’t feel sorry for him. His weak repudiation of his own tactics and comments rings false. Congressman Lewis’ comments do not constitute playing the “race card”. They were a much-needed reminder of the history of the politics of fear and hate in America.

By By Earl

October 12, 2008 3:29 PM | Link to this

I’m not a Republican or a Democrat, just a veteran and senior citizen that loves this country. We all need to make sure the changes promised by both candidates are the correct changes needed and when we awake following the presidential selection the correct and honorable dreams were dreamt for us all. How can any reasonable person believe our politicians and/or their surrogates when both tell us opposite “truths” on the same issue and both tell us it’s true? We didn’t all fall off the turnip truck today, or did we? Somehow we need to improve upon our elective office selection methods that will get more honorable individuals to serve and to represent our country, both nationally and locally.

By TiredofIt

October 12, 2008 3:30 PM | Link to this

This is why I dislike Atlanta. IF O’bama Osama is elected, I guarantee he will refuse to cow tow to the black community, much to their dismay. He’ll be their next “Uncle Tom”. Everything is racial to most blacks and it’s past getting old! Anyways, in a few more years the Hispanics will rule and then what will they do?????

By BarrieGoldwater

October 12, 2008 3:35 PM | Link to this

John Lewis should be ashamed of himself. He should be displaying leadership, a positive attitude, and a optimistic outlook. But he does none of these things. He takes the easier path of race baiting cynicism. I can only hope that when election time comes around Mr. Lewis will be looking for a new job. Maybe something that suits his personality. How bout writing tickets for the parking authority?

By Margie

October 12, 2008 3:38 PM | Link to this

John Lewis just cost Obama 4-5 points. What an ignorant man. With friends like this…. right? Obama and his team know that this was stupid, why do you think Lewis and Obama started walking this back. I wonder if we will hear from the Rev’s Jesse and Al next?

By Sir Winston

October 12, 2008 3:45 PM | Link to this

Never underestimate the Democrat Party’s ability to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. Peace.

By dawgsarejokes

October 12, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this

http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=081012151913.899p7n58&show_article=1&lst=1

GET READY BULLDOG FANS!!!!!!!!!!!

Here it is……….Just what you Democrats and Obama want..Get ready America………..Muslim laws, rules ans banking all together.

Hope you Bulldog fans are tired of football because once the Muslim takes over those games are gone, your cheerleaders gone, fun times are over with. Muslim laws forbids that kind of stuff. Coming soon to America near you.

By dawgsarejokes

October 12, 2008 3:52 PM | Link to this

GET READY BULLDOG FANS……….ONCE OBAMA’S MUSLIM LAWS TAKE OVER THERE WILL BE NO MORE FOOTBALL IN THE SOUTH, NO CHEERLEADERS. NOTHING OF THE SORT, MUSLIM LAW FORBIDS IT.

THAT IS WHAT YOU DEMOCRATS WANT AND THAT IS WHAT YOU WILL GET.

STRICT MUSLIM DRACONIAN LAW.NO MORE FUN, NO MORE GAMES, WOMEN WEARING BLANKETS ALL THE TIME AND RAGS ON THEIR HEADS.

GET READY ….COMING TO AMERICA NEAR YOU.

By JT

October 12, 2008 3:53 PM | Link to this

As a person who formerly lived in Mr. Lewis’ district, I am not surprised by his comments. The man is a simply a joke who is no longer need by his country. I still don’t understand how he gets elected or what he actually stands for.

By dawgsarejokes

October 12, 2008 3:54 PM | Link to this

GET READY BULLDOG FANS……….ONCE OBAMA’S MUSLIM LAWS TAKE OVER THERE WILL BE NO MORE FOOTBALL IN THE SOUTH, NO CHEERLEADERS. NOTHING OF THE SORT, MUSLIM LAW FORBIDS IT.

THAT IS WHAT YOU DEMOCRATS WANT AND THAT IS WHAT YOU WILL GET.

STRICT MUSLIM DRACONIAN LAW.NO MORE FUN, NO MORE GAMES, WOMEN WEARING BLANKETS ALL THE TIME AND RAGS ON THEIR HEADS.

GET READY ….COMING TO AMERICA NEAR YOU.

By dawgsarejokes

October 12, 2008 3:56 PM | Link to this

GET READY BULLDOG FANS……….ONCE OBAMA’S MUSLIM LAWS TAKE OVER THERE WILL BE NO MORE FOOTBALL IN THE SOUTH, NO CHEERLEADERS. NOTHING OF THE SORT, MUSLIM LAW FORBIDS IT.

THAT IS WHAT YOU DEMOCRATS WANT AND THAT IS WHAT YOU WILL GET.

STRICT MUSLIM DRACONIAN LAW.NO MORE FUN, NO MORE GAMES, WOMEN WEARING BLANKETS ALL THE TIME AND RAGS ON THEIR HEADS.

GET READY ….COMING TO AMERICA NEAR YOU.

By Ken Strickland

October 12, 2008 4:30 PM | Link to this

Your ignorant, negative responses shows ou get my points and are embarrassed, and you should be. Some of you are accusing me of calling you names, but in reality, I’m only STATING THE OBVIOUS. I want everyone to notice how these clowns are quick to attack the messenger, while carefully avoiding the overall message. They know it’s true and makes perfect sense. But being a Republican, especially after enduring the last 8yrs embarrassing of Bush’s failed leadership, means you can’t embrace the facts/truth about McCain, Palin or the Republican party, especially their contribution to our current economic crisis.

NOW EVERYONE CAN SEE WHY THE REPUBLICAN PARTY SEEMS TO EMBRACE CANDIDATES THAT ARE ON THE LOWER END OF THE INTELLECTUAL AND/OR MORAL END OF THE SCALE. BUSH WAS A LOW C STUDENT AND COULDN’T HAVE GOTTEN ADMITTED INTO ANY REPUTABLE UNIVERSITY IF NOT FOR HIS FAMILY’S POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC INFLUENCE. MCCAIN FINISHED 4TH FROM THE BOTTOM OF HIS CLASS AND WOULDN’T HAVE BEEN ALLOWED TO FINISH AT ALL IF NOT FOR HIS FATHER AND GRANDFATHER’S PRIOR MILITARY HISTORY AND INFLUENCE. SARAH PALIN ATTENDED 4 SCHOOLS, FLUNKED OUT OF ONE, IN 6YRS. THIS DUMB BLOND TYPE WOULD MAKE EVER DAISY DUKE LOOK LIKE A RHODES SCHOLAR. HOW MANY OF YOU WOULD BE UNABLE TO NAME A SINGLE MAGAZINE, BOOK OR NEWSPAPER YOU’VE EVER READ? STUPID IS AS STUPID DOES.

AND YOU REPUBLICAN MINDED MORONS CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF THESE IDIOTS. YOU HAVE TO TAKE YOUR HATS OFF THE THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. THE REPUBLICAN BRAINTRUST CERTAINLY IDENTIFIED THE OVERALL LIMITED MENTALITY OF THEIR FOLLOWERS AND HAVE SUCCESSFULLY TAKEN ADVANTAGE OF THEIR INTELLECTUAL SHORTCOMINGS.

ALL REPUBLICANS SHOULD BE ASKED THE FOLLOWING QUESTION: “WHO IS THE BIGGEST FOOL? THE FOOL, OR THE FOOL THAT FOLLOWS THE FOOL. I REST MY CASE.

By Dr. Brains

October 12, 2008 4:34 PM | Link to this

Lewis is brain dead.

By cjackson

October 12, 2008 4:34 PM | Link to this

John Lewis you are living proof that yore momma had sex with Willie B.

By Ollie Obvious

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

Ken Strickland is an amusing coon who wishes to be liked and respected by whites by trying to sound more intelligent than he really is.

When Mr. Strickland doesn’t get his way, he CHIMPS OUT like so many other negroes (but thankfully not all) do.

By Whynot

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

Yet another example supporting the dinosaurs of yesterday have no place in the today and tomorrow!! All they have to offer is “I remember when” and race-baiting…

By Sir Winston

October 12, 2008 4:48 PM | Link to this

No, we got the message loud and clear there, Congressman. If you dare question The Obama’s, peace be upon him, judgment or his radical associations then you are racist. Message received and rejected, you race baiting loon. Peace

By Aaron

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

I don’t feel that the Mccain/Pailn speak’s are racist but, they are incendiary in the way they provoke anger and rage

By sddcvh

October 12, 2008 4:59 PM | Link to this

The news media wants us to believe that Obama has this thing sewn up but the words and actions of these pack of leftist maggots tell a different story. Smells like fear to me.

By LewisTheClown

October 12, 2008 5:08 PM | Link to this

John Lewis has freedom of speech, but he shows no responsibility to speak any truth. Lewis has exposed himself as an utter fraud. Dr. Martin Luther King would be absolutely ashamed of this type of race-baiting hate-mongering rhetoric. I call on everyone who reads my post to e-mail and call Lewis’s office tomorrow and voice your opinion. Jam his lines and flood his inbox. Shame him until he shows an ounce of contrition.

By GT

October 12, 2008 5:16 PM | Link to this

I don’t think the McCain campaign is racist but I think there are people in his camp scared beyond reality of having a black president, which is obvious in his town hall meetings and the absolute fear and frustration shown by some. What are they so afraid of. How could it possibly be worse than the last president. If the world hasn’t blown up now it is a very good chance it will get better whoever wins, can’t get much worse.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 5:18 PM | Link to this

For everyone that is lying that Barack Obama prefers one America over another…don’t reply to them. Barack Obama’s campaign has never been about race, it is about supporting the middle class. He has no policy to give anything to black people. He has policies that will help all people through tax breaks, alternative energy, and affordable health insurance.

Citizens of America, do not be deceived by fear.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 5:18 PM | Link to this

For everyone that is lying that Barack Obama prefers one America over another…don’t reply to them. Barack Obama’s campaign has never been about race, it is about supporting the middle class. He has no policy to give anything to black people. He has policies that will help all people through tax breaks, alternative energy, and affordable health insurance.

Citizens of America, do not be deceived by fear.

By GETIT2GETHER

October 12, 2008 5:19 PM | Link to this

@ Nostradamus,

You are ignorant. Are U smarter than a 5th grader? You must also be a big fan of the sterotypes U mentioned in your post in order to be able to post them so accurately. I’d be willing to bet that U are listening to some Gangsta Rap, watching Felonious Pro Athletes on your 19 inch TV,with your Self-Professed Ho’s and B!tc#es on your lap, eating Chicken and Watermelon,planning your next roadtrip to the non-existent Freaknik , holding the Koran.

October 12, 2008 9:10 AM | Link to this

More Things to Which to Look Forward Under President Obama:

Gangster Rappers Routinely Coming By the White House for ‘Photo Ops’ with “THE PREZ”

Felonious Pro Athletes with an Overabundance of “Body Art” Coming by the White House to “Keep It Real” with the President.

Self-Professed Ho’s and B!tc#es Accompanying Said Rappers & Pro Athletes to Shake Booty in the Halls of the White House.

Chicken Bones and Watermelon Seeds, From Foods That an Elitist Like Obama Would Never Himself Eat Anyway, Thrown All Over the South Lawn of the White House Cleaned Up Repeatedly by OUR Tax Dollars

Higher Taxes

A Diminished American Military and Decreased Ability to Defend Our Nation

Jimmy Carter’s Second Presidential Term by Proxy

Freaknik on a Nationwide Scale on Election Night and on Inauguraton Day

A Worsened Economy That Turns Into a Depression

A Presidential Oath of Office Using the Koran Instead of the Holy Bible.

Yippee!!!

By observer

October 12, 2008 5:19 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is out of touch. Quit the race-card and deal with the issues. How you get re-elected speaks volumes about your constituents.

By fredmars

October 12, 2008 5:26 PM | Link to this

John Lewis DID NOT play the race card. He played the ENOUGH FOOKING HATE SPEECH card.

He responded to growing levels of hate speech that had grown so greatly following the aggressive and desperate statements by the McCain campaign that the candidate himself had to spend valuable stump time correcting his own followers.

John McCain is not George Wallace, but he could, as Lewis points out, do similar harm. The problem is not John McCain the person, it is John McCain the campaign. In the past week, what they, the campaign, have said incites the ignorant, bigoted yo-yos whose semi-literate ravings so often pollute the discussion in the AJC discussion fora to even lower levels of depravity.

Just so you know, Bubba, Barack Obama doesn’t want to take your guns away, but I sure as hell do. We may have banned literacy tests for voting, but we should surely implement them for gun ownership.

By mary

October 12, 2008 5:29 PM | Link to this

How can any sane person not see what the GOP is doing YET AGAIN ? How can any sane person actually think Sara Palin is smart,awesome or anything but a BIGOT LIAR ? WITCHDOCTOR anyone? Hows’ YOUR 401K? Do you really feel good about a war that has no ending, no victory to claim, that continues to take our men ? Ask yourself these questions,answer them truthfully,then vote accordingly. OBAMA/BIDEN ALL THE WAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By asand211

October 12, 2008 5:30 PM | Link to this

Are we even sure that is what John Lewis said? I haven’t understood but about half of what he has said for many years. You need a translator to talk to him.

By pink lady

October 12, 2008 5:32 PM | Link to this

I suspect the offenders at the McCain rallies are KKK without the hood, including Palin. The bible says you will know a tree by the fruit it bears.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 5:34 PM | Link to this

Barack Obama supports do not respond to racists. We know that Barack Obama is a Christian, We know that he took the oath of office when he won the Senate with the bible, we know that he is a proponent of tax breaks for everyone making less than 250,000 a year. We know that he is not for socialized medicine. He is for affordable health care and will make it that way for all by streamlining the industry.

Black people who are Barack Obama supporters do not respond to any white racist with racism. White people who are Barack Obama supporters help get out the facts.

There is a hate that hate created, but it has to end as well.

By asand211

October 12, 2008 5:35 PM | Link to this

Are we even sure that is what John Lewis said? I haven’t understood but about half of what he has said for many years. You need a translator to talk to him.

By justduckie

October 12, 2008 5:36 PM | Link to this

1) wow. there are some really hate-filled people on here thriving under the presumed guise of anonymity. Makes me wonder and also a little bit afraid that you live near me. 2) again, statements like “kill him!” and “lynch him!” have nothing to do with McCain’s political platform and are inappropriate and should be an embarrassment to all Americans 3) it is a completely IGNORANT statement to continue,as so many have here, that “you can’t say anything bad about Obama or you’re a racist”. That’s asinine and an excuse of people who are bitter at something - what, I will never figure out. It’s always easier to blame someone else for your own problems - that’s human nature to avoid responsibility. It goes as far back as the origins of mythology - create stories for things outside of your control.
4) i’m a registered libertarian trying to decide who to vote for. Neither of “your” candidates excite me. But one definitely has a lot more class. I’m not going to list who I’m speaking of - as the McCain supporters will think I’m most definitely speaking of their candidate and so will the Obama supporters. Passion is great but man, 3/4 of you posting on here are scary. There is never a place for referring to other human beings as “monkeys” or “coons”. IT’S NOT OK. In case you didn’t realize, racial rhetoric and the dehumanization of different classes / genentic makeup of folks is what led to the holocaust and these ongoing bouts of ethnic cleasing. So it is NOT OK. But I’m probably speaking to folks who deny that horrors like ethnic cleasing even exist (or else, God forbid, you’re actually thinking “and what’s wrong with that??”). Please focus on the candidate issues and not what race they are / are not! John Lewis’ point was the same I made in bullet point #2. And it’s VALID.

By Ken

October 12, 2008 5:38 PM | Link to this

Mr. Lewis it’s sad you would make such a statement. I’ve lost any respect for you and I’m ashamed that you represent my state. I wish I could express my displeasure come election time and help you look for another job. I’m sure it would not be in human relations. I get so tired of people using the race card every time things get tough. There was a great unjust done and we are still trying to educate and help people get beyond this. This has been a nasty campaign from the beginning by both sides, with too much mud slinging and not enough facts about they are going to get us out of this mess. I’ve not heard you attack Mr. Obama for his dirty tactics or associations. I was an undecided voter, however I think you have helped change that. I’m afraid you would be in an Obama government slamming honest American based on the color of their skin. Maybe Cynthia needs a running mate. The proud people of Atlanta finally wised and sent her packing.

By justduckie

October 12, 2008 5:41 PM | Link to this

1) wow. there are some really hate-filled people on here thriving under the presumed guise of anonymity. Makes me wonder and also a little bit afraid that you live near me. 2) again, statements like “kill him!” and “lynch him!” have nothing to do with McCain’s political platform and are inappropriate and should be an embarrassment to all Americans 3) it is a completely IGNORANT statement to continue,as so many have here, that “you can’t say anything bad about Obama or you’re a racist”. That’s asinine and an excuse of people who are bitter at something - what, I will never figure out. It’s always easier to blame someone else for your own problems - that’s human nature to avoid responsibility. It goes as far back as the origins of mythology - create stories for things outside of your control.
4) i’m a registered libertarian trying to decide who to vote for. Neither of “your” candidates excite me. But one definitely has a lot more class. I’m not going to list who I’m speaking of - as the McCain supporters will think I’m most definitely speaking of their candidate and so will the Obama supporters. Passion is great but man, 3/4 of you posting on here are scary. There is never a place for referring to other human beings as “monkeys” or “coons”. IT’S NOT OK. In case you didn’t realize, racial rhetoric and the dehumanization of different classes / genentic makeup of folks is what led to the holocaust and these ongoing bouts of ethnic cleasing. So it is NOT OK. But I’m probably speaking to folks who deny that horrors like ethnic cleasing even exist (or else, God forbid, you’re actually thinking “and what’s wrong with that??”). Please focus on the candidate issues and not what race they are / are not! John Lewis’ point was the same I made in bullet point #2. And it’s VALID.

By erika

October 12, 2008 5:44 PM | Link to this

Terrorism is alive and well via Mc KKK Lin candidacy. These people have allowed their forum to be filled with terroristic threats, such as “Lynch him”, “traitor”, “Kill him”, and Palin is quoted “Sambo won over the Witch” The race card has been played in America by a Maverick who became a POW and Trailer Park Trash who abuses her power. We are fighting a war in “Iraq” for the same principles of America—how are Americans any different? The Confederacy was lost America get over it!

By erika

October 12, 2008 5:44 PM | Link to this

Terrorism is alive and well via Mc KKK Lin candidacy. These people have allowed their forum to be filled with terroristic threats, such as “Lynch him”, “traitor”, “Kill him”, and Palin is quoted “Sambo won over the Witch” The race card has been played in America by a Maverick who became a POW and Trailer Park Trash who abuses her power. We are fighting a war in “Iraq” for the same principles of America—how are Americans any different? The Confederacy was lost America get over it!

By myconju

October 12, 2008 5:50 PM | Link to this

As many believe that the McCain campaign is not about race, neither is the Obama campaign. Let’s get back to the issues. When we discuss race it divides. Let’s discuss the issue and bring this Country together.

Don’t be deceived by people! Barack Obama in 08.

By justduckie

October 12, 2008 5:52 PM | Link to this

cleansing… not cleasing in reference to my previous post. and what gives with the multiple submissions on this site? I hit “post” and walked away to get something to eat and my post is there twice. wonder if it happens again..

By L.J.

October 12, 2008 5:53 PM | Link to this

It’s sad it’s come to this. I’m talking about the tone of this dialogue on this comments page. I hope and pray cooler heads will prevail before something tragic happens. Last I checked, this is still a free country. Everyone has a voice. Go to the polls and express yourself!! Then, let’s move on and try to heal this nation. Clearly, we have a long way to go!!!

By Ken Strickland

October 12, 2008 5:53 PM | Link to this

Hi, it’s me again, Ken Strickland . Would somebody, please let me know when Obama is coming to town? I’ve got this pretty blue dress, and something special I’d like to give him. I’ve even bought special lipstick for when he comes back.

I’m right, and you all are wrong. I’m smarter than you, and you know it. I’m a Democrat, and I’m willing to get on my knees and blow Obama to prove it.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 5:53 PM | Link to this

As many believe that the McCain campaign is not about race, neither is the Obama campaign. Let’s get back to the issues. When we discuss race it divides. Let’s discuss the issue and bring this Country together.

Don’t be deceived by people! Barack Obama in 08.

By Wendell Franklin Wentz

October 12, 2008 6:11 PM | Link to this

The Honorable and Just Congressman John Lewis is right on target. Hit dogs always bark the loudest, and thinkging people who recall the speeches of George Corley Wallace know that his words excited people to murder and tragic events. We are seeing the same thing in the words of McCain and Palin, and they know what they are doing. The thinking American voter knows what they are saying. The difference in Wallace and McCain is that one was from Alabama and the other one is from Arizona. -Wendell Franklin Wentz

By AJ102

October 12, 2008 6:22 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is a dottering old fool with one claim to fame, which is he marched with Dr. King. He hangs everything on his civil rights record, whatever he claims that is. Apparently he doesn’t remember all the others who also worked and continue to work in that movement at all levels. Unfortunately there are those who lost their lives so old fools like Lewis can shoot off his mouth.

By Get Outta Town NObama

October 12, 2008 6:24 PM | Link to this

One of you said “we are all Americans, pledging allegiance to the same flag”. WRONG. Obama has refused to do just that, and refused to place his hand over his heart during the National Anthem. This speaks VOLUMES to me.

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 6:31 PM | Link to this

You hear that Democrats?

If you don’t do one thing once, you are like that forever.

So if Obama doesn’t wear a flag pin, he hates America and every time he wears one after that is just fake and not true.

If Obama doesn’t put his hand over his heart for one photo, all the other times he does it are just fake and not true.

And therefore by the logic….

If McCain says he’s not for reversing the Bush Tax Cuts once then all of the other times he says he’s against it are fake and not true.

If McCain makes a video under torture that says things bad about the US then all of the times he says he didn’t mean it are fake and not true.

If McCain says Obama is Arab just once, then all of the other times he says that Obama is a good person and a family man are fake and not true.

If McCain says he’s against torture once then when he says it is needed to give the CIA flexibility to do their jobs it is fake and untrue.

By DecaturTechFan

October 12, 2008 6:34 PM | Link to this

Once again we have a deluded black “leader”-I use the term loosely, crying race……How many more embarassments does Ga have to put up with before blacks clean up their own back yard. First it was McKinney, then his whacko daughter. Now Lewis. Add dementia to the long list of diseases that blacks are more susceptable too in advanced age.

By dl

October 12, 2008 6:34 PM | Link to this

GET BACK TO THE ISSUES? DONT YOU REALLY MEAN YOUR POINT OF VIEW? IF ONES POINT OF VIEW IS DIFFERENT, ITS RACIST.

By dl

October 12, 2008 6:34 PM | Link to this

GET BACK TO THE ISSUES? DONT YOU REALLY MEAN YOUR POINT OF VIEW? IF ONES POINT OF VIEW IS DIFFERENT, ITS RACIST.

By Kay

October 12, 2008 6:37 PM | Link to this

John Lewis must be senile … of all people to compare McCain to … Wallace. What a dumb move … it is time for Lewis to move off into the sunset …

By Brad

October 12, 2008 6:44 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is being what he always seems to be — A RACIST. Continually referring back to the Civil Rights movement on every issue is like a classmate reminding everyone of his touchdown in the big game 40 years ago. It had its place, but many people are tired of hearing the same old story. I wish John Lewis would represent ALL people. Remember 9/11? For a while, we were all proud “AMERICANS” together.

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 6:44 PM | Link to this

Issues? Why would we talk about ISSUES?!

I mean if we talked about Issues, that would imply a common frame of reference.

What’s the point of that? Republicans believe in Fox News and Rush and the Wall Street Journal and say that mainstream media is against them.

Democrats say that the Mainstream Media is actually owned by corporations and that Fox and Rush and the WSJ are fake.

How can you talk about issues when you can’t even agree on the facts?

And as for dl, I think racism is racism is racism. McCain has some some mildly racist things. Obama has let proxies imply other people were being racist at times.

Blacks and whites are racist. Oh well. Hell I’m racist, but that doesn’t paralyze me politically. I know who I am and what I believe.

And I know anyone who thinks Bush is a good president is a moron.

And I love how Republicans attack Lewis and Mckinny but just leg hump Sarah Palin cause she’s ‘just plain folks.’

Let me amend that: Anyone who thinks Bush is a good president is a moron, anyone who thinks McCain is qualified to be elected president because of choosing Palin is a moron, and anyone who thinks Palin doesn’t have the IQ of a 12 year old on crystal meth is a moron.

Obama is one flawed beast. McCain is starting to make Bush look stable.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 6:47 PM | Link to this

My point of view is that Barack Obama will offer tax breaks for those who make $250,000 or less a year. He wants to make health care affordable, not by socializing medicine. He wants to explore alternative energy sources. He wants to end the war in Iraq responsibly and focus on sniffing out Alqaeda and Osama bin Laden. He wants to refocus on Afghanistan. He wants to put more focus on Education. “No child left behind” was a good start, but it had no teeth.

Let us talk about those issues. Which one don’t you approve.

By Yep

October 12, 2008 6:56 PM | Link to this

Why is everyone so burned up about this? The blacks are voting for Obama simply because he is half black. This is proven by a recent poll I looked at today on Time magazine’s site. Why argue? If they are bigoted enough to only consider color in their choice, why doesn’t white america band together and do the same? It is simple. There is only one problem with this. It seems that the majority of Americans are trying to justify the selection of a Marxist simply to appease minorities so that they will feel loved or whatever. Use your heads people, this is not about black or white. It is about the introduction of socialism to this country. We will eventually have a man of color as president of this country, get over it. But, please, please, just not this one. Don’t sacrifice your children’s future just to make a statement that a minority can govern. Put America first, not your color!!

By butch

October 12, 2008 7:01 PM | Link to this

The funny thing is that all these “shocked” McCainiacs would vote for George Wallace today against Obama - and not because of their taxes, the war, the economy or any other legitimate issue. When many of these people (those making less than $250K per year) are voting against your self interest against a man who isn’t a color you like, or has a name that scares you, then isn’t that racism?

By butch

October 12, 2008 7:02 PM | Link to this

The funny thing is that all these “shocked” McCainiacs would vote for George Wallace today against Obama - and not because of their taxes, the war, the economy or any other legitimate issue. When many of these people (those making less than $250K per year) are voting against your self interest against a man who isn’t a color you like, or has a name that scares you, then isn’t that racism?

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 7:03 PM | Link to this

Yeah! Those black people! Shame on them for “manipulating the voting process” You know, with poll taxes and grandfather clauses and rampaging mobs of people in sheets and stuff.

Now I’ll admit that Cynthia McKinny and Vernon Jones don’t shine as great examples of humanity, but then again neither does Sonny “Jeckyl Island is my ANWAR” Perdue and Newt “I was only kidding honey about until death do us part” Gingrich.

There are good white leaders. There are good black leaders. There are bad black leaders. There are good black leaders.

Most of the people complaining about ‘fake registrations’ don’t seem that outraged about a pro republican party controlling electronic voting machines.

Hypocracy, of course.

Democrats are often incompotent, but at least they’re still half way grounded in reality.

Republicans are already gone round the bend. I wonder what party will replace them?

Because if they aren’t replaced by a conservative party that values intelligence, science, honor and American values, there won’t be much left pretty soon to worry about anyway.

By FaceCard

October 12, 2008 7:08 PM | Link to this

Be real!!! The race card is always in play, and Lewis makes a good point. Diversity seems to have no place in the McCain/Palin camp. This American has accepted life with the race card in play and I wish those who think differently could walk a mile in my shoes.

By William H Lundy

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

To the John McCain hotheads who, like McCain, shoots from the hip without thinking, you should know that the leader sets the tone, and when John McCain and Sarah “McPalin” questions Obama;s motives, integrity, and origin of birth, the tone has been set by McCain and Sarah “McPalin”. Are you aware of the disgusting things that McCain supporters were saying in Wisconsin; are you aware of the disgusting T-shirts that some McCain supports are wearing with awful words and phrases - McCain and “McPalin” set the tone, ergo, they are responsible. Representative John Lewis speaks the truth, and there are a lot of you hotheads who “Can’t handle the truth.”. Take a stand for what is right and honest and quit being a hothead and make a difference for the right. Work to bring us together, and make this nation stronger - we are facing some very difficult times, and we need to pull together.

By Change?

October 12, 2008 7:13 PM | Link to this

NObama keeps talking about change…but so far the only change I’m sure about is the little bit of change we’ll have left in our pockets if (by some fluke) he is elected. He wants to play Robin Hood by taking from the rich, and giving to the undeserving, unemployed poor.

By Obama sells snake oil

October 12, 2008 7:14 PM | Link to this

What don’t you liberals understand regarding tax cuts? Corporations don’t pay taxes. They pass them on to the customer. So when Obama says 95% of Americans will get tax cuts but he’s going to stick it to big business he’s really just talking out both sides of his mouth and taking advantage of your stupidity.

You cannot tax the country out of a recession. Someone needs to pay for all the government handouts Obama wants to give. That someone IS the working man, not the “evil” corporations or big oil. Add a dollar tax to a gallon of gasoline and see what happens to the price of gas.

How people can be so ignorant in basic economics is truly amazing. Anyone who thinks they’re going to pay less taxes with Obama is just a plain idiot. If you have a low income he may not get you on income tax, but he’s going to get you.

By Obama sells snake oil

October 12, 2008 7:19 PM | Link to this

What don’t you liberals understand regarding tax cuts? Corporations don’t pay taxes. They pass them on to the customer. So when Obama says 95% of Americans will get tax cuts but he’s going to stick it to big business he’s really just talking out both sides of his mouth and taking advantage of your stupidity.

You cannot tax the country out of a recession. Someone needs to pay for all the government handouts Obama wants to give. That someone IS the working man, not the “evil” corporations or big oil. Add a dollar tax to a gallon of gasoline and see what happens to the price of gas.

How people can be so ignorant in basic economics is truly amazing. Anyone who thinks they’re going to pay less taxes with Obama is just a plain idiot. If you have a low income he may not get you on income tax, but he’s going to get you.

By Vette

October 12, 2008 7:19 PM | Link to this

All of this back and forth! White people (not all) don’t get it,just like John McCain and Sarah Palin. When you do not speak out against hate filled responses and reactions it certainly says that you support what is being said. If you haven’t noticed, WE ALL (black, white, asian, hispanic,native-American,etc,)are paying the same high prices for gas, food, living expenses. John Lewis has never been a favorite of mine,however the essence of what he said is true.

As a Black American who was raised between the end of segregation and the beginning of integregation, I was always taught to respect everyone regardless of skin color.

Racism is a cancerous boil that begins inside and works its way out. The only way to lance it and allow it to heal is to stop as getting offended when someone speaks the truth your heart and mind closes out. Some whites still harbor racism that permeates outside in politicial rallies, events and yes, the church. You may not call me the “N” word to my face, but you still call me the “N” word in your heart,mind and your deeds.

Remember,if God sees fit for you and I to make it to Heaven, there will be no exclusive white side or black side. So if you cannot get over it down here-looks like you are in “H-LL already.

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 7:21 PM | Link to this

(Cue 1950’s music that’s zingy and peppy)

Ah! Our good friend the Corporation! He’s looking out for YOU!

When Uncle Sam charges him taxes, he has to pass those costs on to you.

You see, an example of this is the price of oil. When the price of oil goes up, so does the cost of gasoline.

That’s why when the cost of oil goes down, so does the cost of gas.

Kind of.

Well, OK, not really except 30 days before an election in the hopes that people will forget that the ecomony is bad because they OMG! Can you believe it! $2.98 GAS!

And our good friend the electric company. Sure, its true that since we deregulated gas and electricity you utility bills have gone up, but TRUST US, its really gone down.

And we know about basic economic theory. The trick here is less regulation. Nono, its not lack of Regulation that caused the collapse, but a bunch of Democrats 8 years ago. Just because Republicans have been in charge during all of that time has nothing to do with it.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 7:23 PM | Link to this

Yep, 80% of African Americans voted for the democrate in the last election. Were they voting for him because he was white. I don’t understand your reasoning. If African American’s think that Barack Obama is the person for them, why does that matter?

By MAC

October 12, 2008 7:24 PM | Link to this

John Lewis, like Jimmy Carter, has squandered his opportunity to be a great American statesman and instead is nothing but a sad partisan who’s constant hyperbole demonstrates his lack of class.

Just because you used to be a hero doesn’t mean you ARE a hero. Grow up, Mr. Lewis.

By We Are Not Ready

October 12, 2008 7:31 PM | Link to this

The country is not ready for a black president…I don’t care how many people say they are not racist. Anyone who continues to call him/herself AFRICAN-American instead of just plain American isn’t deserving of such a position. Call it racist, or whatever you like…by calling yourself AFRICAN-American, YOU are being the racist.

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 7:38 PM | Link to this

Well ready or not….

Here it comes.

Try not to kill anyone or blow them up while you spaz out, ‘k?

By everyoneneedstovote

October 12, 2008 7:40 PM | Link to this

John Lewis was talking in code. Like the “working middle class” calling Barack an arab or muslin. we know they want to call him “boy or the “N” word but don’t want to say it out loud. John Lewis was trying to let americans know they are on the edge of looking live 1968 instead of 2008. What do folks think is going to happen if a black man is elected president? Do they they the world is going to come to an end?

By myconju

October 12, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this

Barack Obama has never disrespected the Stars and Stripes. Never! He has never disrespected the Star Spangled banner, nor the pledge of allegiance. Please citizens, don’t let them fool you.

By George

October 12, 2008 7:44 PM | Link to this

And people wonder why the South is considered to be uneducated. Just read the retarded ramblings above.

Change is coming… get over it.

By donald

October 12, 2008 7:48 PM | Link to this

Reading the comments here makes one wonder if we Americans are really mature enough to be respected by our allies around the world.

I don’t agree with everything John Lewis has done in Congress, but I do admire and highly respect the fact that he put his life on the line to make America a better place for us all.

People commenting can say that Lewis is “playing the race card” all they want, but he was not the one calling for Obama to be killed, get’em and a traitor. It was people in John McCain and Palin’s stops. Franky, the buck stops with them, not Lewis.

I find it interesting how these same conservatives can shrill and cry race card on someone who got the crap beat out of of them at the Edmund Pettis bridge. Why is Lewis a racist!?

If you really want the “true” facts, McCain was aganist the MLK holiday as well as several other pieces of Civil Rights bills. He has also sought the endorsements of Hagee, Paisley and Bob Jones University, the latter being a school outwardly hostile to minorities. So who is fooling whom here?

What I would suggest to people claiming Lewis dealing the “race card” is to look at the true facts, not the crap you see on Hoax News, but I know you folks won’t because you, like the mob at McCain and Palin rallies are one in the same!

By Yep

October 12, 2008 7:48 PM | Link to this

My point exactly myconju. If blacks actually paid attention to the issues, they would not sell out to a party or candidate simply because it pandered to their entitlement mentality. The time artical said that 97% of blacks were voting for obama and they were not even considering another choice. Why ask white folks to consider your candidate if that is the exact oppossite of what blacks do. Certainly, we are open to free debate. Why not open your mind to other candidates than the ones only pandering to a race only for the sake of votes. What is right about that?

One last unrelated point about taxes. Does everyone know that Obama intends to let the child tax credit deduction go away in 2011 as well? This is a major increase on EVERYONE!! This is a huge increase that not one person is talking about. Why? McCain supports making that tax cut permanent for everyone. How much money will you have to make in addition to cover that loss? That is a 4k hit per year in my HH and we are no where near 1/2 the 250k threshold!! How much of your income as a percentage is this!! Think about it!

By Rodney

October 12, 2008 7:52 PM | Link to this

Cant we all……..jus git along.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 7:57 PM | Link to this

If calling yourself African American is unpatriotic, then you are unfamiliar with the term. I won’t disrespect your opinion, but it is definitely not true.

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 7:59 PM | Link to this

No.

We can’t.

Not anymore.

By Unforgiveable Blackness

October 12, 2008 8:01 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is one of the most respected U.S. Representatives. He represents his district, South Metro Atlanta, not Cherokee County or Cobb County or Deliverance Country. That’s why he keeps getting re-elected. He spoke the truth. McSame and especially Palin were trying to drum up fear in White America. They should be ashamed. Talk about the issues. “Kill Him”, is the hate that strong? “He’s an Arab”, so what if he was? Is he an American? That’s all that matters. Who is Joe Six-Pack? Is he Asian, Hispanic, Pacific Islander, Native American, or Mixed-Race? We all know who Joe Six-Pack is and who he isn’t.

I have a question for the secret “Conservative even though my finances don’t meet the party requirements” racists. Obama may not win, but one day in the near future a minority will be President. Hispanics will outnumber Whites soon. They will have the power. Not Whites or Blacks. Will you be able to wake up in the mornings? Will there be mass suicides? Will there be separatist movements? I pray that God blesses me with enough life to see that day. I can’t wait to see the pain, anguish, disgust, grief, sorrow, torment, agony, misery and fear that will be prevalent in your communities when you realize that there is a new reality for you of not being the BIG BOSS as stated above.

By JB Stoner

October 12, 2008 8:11 PM | Link to this

Tonight we are going to party like its 1899.

By Yep

October 12, 2008 8:20 PM | Link to this

If repubs are so bigoted, why are they the only party to allow minorities take part in governance? This current and hated president named a black female to his cabinet as well as a black man. Did Clinton or any other Dem do that? Rebubs vote and govern based on the issues… The best person for the job gets it!! What is racist about that? Ask Condi if anyone ever gave her anything like Obama is offering. Where is your proof, other than ranting RACIST< RACIST, RACIST!!! Or does having someone give you something you never earned really appeal to your sense of well being??

By myconju

October 12, 2008 8:20 PM | Link to this

Yep, you are not aware of the Obama plan. There will be absolutely NO increases in taxes for people making $250,000 or below. “READ MY LIPS” NO NEW TAXES.

There is no entitlement is Barack Obama’s economic plans. His plans are to stop this Nations dependance on foreign oil and to explore alternative energy. This will bring jobs to this Country.

His plans are to make medical insurance more afordable. The people that are without medical insurance are the ones that are working. They work! They need medical insurance. They are not depending on medicaid. They DON’T have insurance.

By the way, the only entitlements I’ve seen recently has been in the form of a 700 billion dollar law that helps the wealthiest people.

Barack wants to support and uplift the middle class. He doesn’t care if they are white, black, brown or yellow.

The middle class has always been what makes this nation great. Only a fraction of our citizens go from being poor to rich. They generally go from being poor to middle class. Most people remain middle class. That is who we are fighting for. Those that want to see a strong and sustainable middle class.

We do not want to see Americans fall out of the middle class.

By Yep

October 12, 2008 8:38 PM | Link to this

Myconju. You are right. Healthcare is an entitlement!! If allowing an important deduction to my taxes is not a massive hidden tax increase, please show me the light, for I am truly stupid. If Obama will state that he is going to drill now and right away within 30 miles of our coastline (where the oil is) to allow us to be independent of foreign countries while exploring new energy sources, I will change my opinion of this citizen of the world that only has promised free money and “change”. I do not see the positives!! I am part of the middle class that Obama proposes to fleece with his socialist agenda.

By mdog

October 12, 2008 8:45 PM | Link to this

Kennesaw Dave…get a grip….those that make 200,000+ a year are spending it on second and third homes…..not employee health care….get a grip….I run with that crowd…I know….and yet I am still an Obama supporter!

By DAN DEACON

October 12, 2008 8:46 PM | Link to this

Unforgiveable Blackness…..You are the epitomy of racist atred in America. How dare you make a statement like you made and expect to not get reprimanded for it. You should be ashamed and owe all the readers and apology for your racist anger.

McCain deals with the facts and it’s appropriate to bring to light another candidates poor character and/or unethical judgment. To say it’s because he’s black is a cop out by the blacks that are uneducated and expect a handout. I expect McCain and Palin to continue to point out Obama’s terrible past, terrible voting record and questionable character. We don’t need someone who cannot lead in the highest position America offers. Remember, no candidate can prevent a person in the crowd of people they talk to daily from yelling obscene and disgusting things. No one, including McCain’s camp encourages or condones that behavior. So get off the deal about McCain/Palin should have quieted down the idiot that cried “Arab” or “kill em”. That’s idiotic for anyone to thing that McCain encourages or has caused that.

Page 2…..Let’s consider another Obama’s cardinal sins. He is an abortion extremist to say the least. In 2002 he voted against a bill that was to end out of womb killing of babies when the abortion faulted. He later also said that he didn’t want his daughters being burdend by babies if they were to become pregnant by mistake.

What kind of people are you to vote for anyone that harbors this sick mentality? How appalling can one be? The facts and more details @ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/04/01/AR2008040102197.html

Uh oh…..I guess by me reporting factual information that John Lewis considers me the likes of George Wallace…..Paaaaleeez! What an irresponsible and idiotic statement. It shows you how uneducated and irresponsible Lewis has been and remains.

By JR

October 12, 2008 8:50 PM | Link to this

Do any of you Obama supporters see anything wrong with this? I surely doubt it!

Ashley King is only 7, but someone wants her to help with Barack Obama’s campaign.

Her father, Timothy King, said he got a call at his Ypsilanti Township home Friday recruiting Ashley to help the Washtenaw Democratic Party in its effort.

After King told the caller Ashley is a first-grader, he learned someone had turned in a voter registration form with her name and phone number accompanied by an Ann Arbor address.

By Ken Strickland

October 12, 2008 8:52 PM | Link to this

IF, AS THE OLD SAYING GOES, “THE TRUTH HURTS”, I MUST BE CAUSING YOU DELUSIONAL REPUBLICAN MINDED INDIVIDUALS AN AWFUL LOT OF PAIN. I’ve even gotten some of the more ANAL MINDED of you Republicans posting under my name and making the most senseless, childish comments one can imagine. But, then again, what more can you expect from an ANAL MIND.

Others of you try to be less obvious with your ignorance. You try to mock my comments by saying I must think I know everything or I’m smarter than everyone else. Nothing could be further from the truth. It just seems that way to those of you who know so little.

It’s obvious those of you that are upset with my comments aren’t upset at what I’m saying, but rather the fact that I’m saying it. Not revealing the truth about you more ANAL MINDED republicans doesn’t make you feel so stupid. But, when the truth is revealed, you feel naked and exposed, but you’re too stupid to remove yourself and/or seek cover. REMEMBER, YOU ARE WHAT YOU ARE AND THAT’S NOT MY FAULT, SO DON’T BLAME ME.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this

Yep, ask yourself how much oil this Country consumes. We cannot drill our way out of it. If we try, we only make the oil companies rich. Why not try alternative energy solutions. We can drill as well. The end result is that it won’t help us.

Additionally, health care will not be an entitlement if folks have to pay for it. It will be more affordable by streamlining. There will be no new taxes on people making $250,000 or less for the new medical program.

Explain to me what you are missing? Sarah Palin, prior to being choses as the VP nominee suggested that Barack Obama was right in his energy analysis. He even supports drilling, to a certain extent in the Anwar province.

But he also wants to explore alternatives that will bring jobs not only to Alaska and Texas but to Georgia too.

By JR

October 12, 2008 8:55 PM | Link to this

Do any of you Obama supporters see anything wrong with this? I surely doubt it!

Ashley King is only 7, but someone wants her to help with Barack Obama’s campaign.

Her father, Timothy King, said he got a call at his Ypsilanti Township home Friday recruiting Ashley to help the Washtenaw Democratic Party in its effort.

After King told the caller Ashley is a first-grader, he learned someone had turned in a voter registration form with her name and phone number accompanied by an Ann Arbor address.

By Ericka is an idiot

October 12, 2008 8:56 PM | Link to this

Anytime a black politician plays the race card, we are enlightened with the brilliant insight from scholars such as Ericka.

She states” Terrorism is alive and well via Mc KKK Lin candidacy. These people have allowed their forum to be filled with terroristic threats, such as “Lynch him”, “traitor”, “Kill him”, and Palin is quoted “Sambo won over the Witch” The race card has been played in America by a Maverick who became a POW and Trailer Park Trash who abuses her power. We are fighting a war in “Iraq” for the same principles of America—how are Americans any different? The Confederacy was lost America get over it!.

She conveniently leaves out the facts as so many race pimps and liberals do and fails to mention that the idiots at these McCain/Palin rallies were quickly removed from the premises by security and the Secret service and were discovered to be teenage idiots; which explains the ignorant comments. The last time I checked Sarah Palin never lived in a trailer nor did her husband. Instead they’ve managed to raise 5 kids on a middle class salary. They have probably never heard of Section 8 housing like so many “struggling” negroes have and consequently abused. I should know because I rented to enough deadbeats with a deep tan who had no intention of paying rent, and instead let the gov’ment do it. After all, its free. How many people do you know Ericka living off the govment dole? As a white man I don’t know anyone in my inner circle who lives off the man, but your man Obama wants to change that. How many illegitimate kids do you have Ericka? At least Sarah Palin’s daughter plans to get married.

By Vette

October 12, 2008 8:59 PM | Link to this

In response to YEP. Are you living on Mars? Blacks have always had to vote for a white man running for president-there has NEVER been another choice until now. And are you so inept to see that your white brothers and sisters are for Obama and there are some blacks who actually support McCain. As an American who is black, I have never voted for anyone based on their color or gender. I have voted for those who represented and articulated the issues and concerns I have. Someone who is willing to stand for the truth rather than support what is popular. So, Yep you are misinformed. Black Americans have taken alot off white Americans and for you to insinuate that we don’t have a clue as to how to vote, then you are blinder than Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder put together. Just think-if our economy should get worse-it is your people who will probably suffer more. Black Americans have always survived one less and have come through stronger and wiser. Suggestion: why don’t you sit down with a black american and ask them about what is important to them and their family, you maybe surprised-we all have something in common regardless of color.

By butch

October 12, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this

We liberals (and moderates) do understand that corporate taxes are passed on to consumers. Do you know what else gets passed on to every citizen? The interest on our debt to China and the cost of the war in Iraq. McCain’s plan cuts taxes for everyone, but especially the rich. Tell me how you pay for that without taxing something? Growth? Yeah, that worked out real well under Bush. Even conservatives like Ben Stein and Warren Buffet have said that the Bush tax cuts for the uber-rich went too far.

Maybe you’re one of those who doesn’t want any taxes? You don’t want body armor for our troops? You don’t want our borders protected? I guess you’re just not a patriot like we liberals (and moderates).

By butch

October 12, 2008 9:04 PM | Link to this

We liberals (and moderates) do understand that corporate taxes are passed on to consumers. Do you know what else gets passed on to every citizen? The interest on our debt to China and the cost of the war in Iraq. McCain’s plan cuts taxes for everyone, but especially the rich. Tell me how you pay for that without taxing something? Growth? Yeah, that worked out real well under Bush. Even conservatives like Ben Stein and Warren Buffet have said that the Bush tax cuts for the uber-rich went too far.

Maybe you’re one of those who doesn’t want any taxes? You don’t want body armor for our troops? You don’t want our borders protected? I guess you’re just not a patriot like we liberals (and moderates).

By Al in Atlanta

October 12, 2008 9:05 PM | Link to this

Ken Strickland, I noticed how the Republican, Party over Country smarties never addressed ANY of the issues that you brought up. Not a single one. It would be amusing if they weren’t our neighbors… But at this point, there’s little that we can do to cirumvent the Repubican base’s stupidity. They do what there’re told. They think what there’re told. They’re illogical and vote AGAINST their own interest time and time again. They’re narrominded….SLOW…really really aggressive. Unfortunatley we’ll have to continue to deal with them because they have kids that they don’t teach to think independently either. Maybe with continued immigration, we’ll eventually have enough Americans to silence this army of xenophobic, hypocritical, dumb dumbs.

By Bob

October 12, 2008 9:05 PM | Link to this

God bless John Lewis for what he used to be, not what he is now. It’s really sad to see the comments he makes now. It’s funny how people who cry racism never really see the fact that they themselves are the most guilty. I suppose that if Obama doesn’t win, it’ll be all the white people rioting. Oh darn, that was a racist thing to say wasn’t it? I mean, where have we ever seen evidence that blacks riot when unhappy? I am so ashamed of myself. I promise that tomorrow, I’ll enroll in an anger managerment class and personally apologize to all black people I see for being a racist for so long. Will this help…God @#$% America!!!!

By Dee

October 12, 2008 9:13 PM | Link to this

Will, thanks ever so much for your info on Wright—you did not attempt to justify Farrakhan’s rhetoric and Pfleger’s antics, nor did you comment on McCain’s greater service and suffering for this nation; neither did you note that McCain never felt the need to ask that God d_ America

Other than that your rant was highly entertaining!!!

Dee

By J Robert

October 12, 2008 9:16 PM | Link to this

This is why I am glad I am not a Democrat. J Lewis is a joke and I put him on the shelf right next to cynthia mckinney. I honestly feel sorry for people who have consistantly re-elected these clowns ( I am sure you think that is a racist comment too). Erika, you can tell Obama to keep the Change and I will continue to keep working hard, being happy and taking responsibility for my own actions and mistakes.

By John Lewis Speaks

October 12, 2008 9:21 PM | Link to this

There comes a point when senior citizens start to lose their mental capacities, either through their actions or statements. In John Lewis’ case, its the latter. His single beating in 1965(unlike the 5 years McCain took in a POW camp) has finally sent him over the edge. His speeches have always been prepared . In case you haven’t noticed, he is not the most eloquent speaker in the world. He is slowly turning into Jimmy Carter and every other comment out of his mouth is downright embarrassing and inflamatory.

By Ken

October 12, 2008 9:26 PM | Link to this

MR. LEWIS CAN YOU EXPLAIN THE CONNECTION BETWEEN OBAMA AND ACORN? I GUESS THAT WAS GEORGE WALLACE TOO?

By Ken

October 12, 2008 9:26 PM | Link to this

MR. LEWIS CAN YOU EXPLAIN THE CONNECTION BETWEEN OBAMA AND ACORN? I GUESS THAT WAS GEORGE WALLACE TOO?

By myconju

October 12, 2008 9:27 PM | Link to this

My prayer for this Country is that God will Bless us…the people. That we will learn to understand when forces are trying to divide us and not bring us together. I pray that his Country will finally recognize that the enemy is not within. After all…like JFK said “We all breath the same air and we all have the same hopes and dreams for our children”. Please let us keep this in mind as the debate continues.

I want nothing more but good health and prosperity for all citizens of this Country. May God Bless us all!

By LewisTheClown

October 12, 2008 9:30 PM | Link to this

Lewis says he was “misunderstood”.

Was Lewis also misunderstood when he evoked images of water cannons and attack dogs and said “your very life may depend on it” if you don’t vote for John Eaves two years ago?

Lewis is a shameless race-pimp, he simply hates white people and promotes an us-vs them agenda. It plays well to his “hate-whitey” urban constituency. The haters will keep electing him because they agree with him. Some of the most racist people I have ever met are black.

By Sir Winston

October 12, 2008 9:36 PM | Link to this

Only Republicans that do not support The Obama, peace be upon him, are racists. That is the line get with the program, Lewis the Clown. If we all start to internalize this train of thought, it will be easier for the libs to have someone or thing to blame when The Obama, peace be upon him, fails to win in November. Get it? Peace.

By Lewis is full of it

October 12, 2008 9:37 PM | Link to this

I guarantee you John Lewis would NOT have declared his comments to be misunderstood had he not been b*** slapped by the Obama camp.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 9:45 PM | Link to this

Lewis the Clown,

Do you think that John McCain is great because he was a POW overseas? Do you think that he has paid a price that no other American should? If you do, please be careful when speaking of Con. Lewis. Afterall he was attacked by citizens of his own Country. There has got to be collateral damage there. We the younger generation are able to move on because we weren’t beaten and bruised.

Though I didn’t respect John Lewis decision to support Hillary Clinton, I do respect his right to his opinion. Wrong or Right is has that right.

Let’s back up Georgians and give the issues a chance.

By Andy

October 12, 2008 9:47 PM | Link to this

J Robert I bet you think that George Bush is a genius. After all you reelected him twice and look at where we are now.

By Andy

October 12, 2008 9:47 PM | Link to this

J Robert I bet you think that George Bush is a genius. After all you reelected him twice and look at where we are now.

By Willx

October 12, 2008 9:52 PM | Link to this

Mr. Lewis, if you had not flung you’re head in the path of that brickbat, maybe you wouldn’t have made such a RACIST remark about Sen. John McCain, who has(HAD) a hugh amount of respect for you. Is time for you too retire to the back porch.

By Barry

October 12, 2008 9:55 PM | Link to this

Mr. Lewis, You show your ignorance when you make statements like this. So the candidate you disagree with is making statements about Barrack Obama that you don’t like and like everyone else who bows at Obama’s feet, it’s all of a sudden a racial issue! GIVE ME A BREAK! You should be spending more time in Washingon representing the tax payers of this nation who are getting taken advantage of by you and the rest of the Washingtion politicians. Pay more attention to the money you waste that does not belong to you and less time making ridiculous and incorrect statements like this. McCain points out some issues and you call it racial. You sir, are part of the problem not part of ANY solution!

By Michael T

October 12, 2008 9:57 PM | Link to this

I think people are missing the point. Mr. Lewis was not playing the race card. What he was saying is that in recent days the comments coming out of Republican camps has been very devisive and he was comparing it to how race divided people when Wallace was running. The current divisive atmosphere goes beyond race and the far right Republicans want to continue to rule on fear….we should be tired of this because the last 8 years has seen rule through an atmosphere of fear and division. Let’s bring on some change and get this country back together.

By trouble comin'

October 12, 2008 10:00 PM | Link to this

OK, it’s official: John Lewis is irrelevant and desperate to drag race into every political situation. He has done it many times in local races in Atlanta.

The bigger question is this: Is the riot if Obama loses going to be bigger than the riot if he wins, after the affirmative action laws are suspended?

After all, what part of having a black president requires continuation of AA policies? What higher position can blacks achieve than this?

I almost hope he wins to knock the legs out from under affirmative action. It would be worth the sacrifice to get rid of this pointless social engineering policy. How much “payback” would ever be enough? I often wonder.

I suspect for some no amount will ever suffice.

Good luck to us all, we’re going to need it, one way or the other!

By casoff

October 12, 2008 10:03 PM | Link to this

I would like to see this ” race card” that people keep referring that blacks have..where is it kept? Could it be guilt card that the majority race have instead.. Its amazing that the majority race still haven’t come to grips with their inner hatred yet..

By The south is still the south

October 12, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this

One thing is for sure, the national candidates with any sense realize that trying to get most southerners to vote the future and not the past is hopeless. You guys are truly sad. You call people coons and monkeys and then pretend not to understand their anger. John Lewis was beaten so badly in Selma, Alabama that of course his speech and other faculties are affected. And your words on this post are proof that the hatred he experienced still thrives; he lives with hate’s results every day of his life. There is no way to try and get those of you with real hard-core hatred in your hearts to try and see the world differently. You don’t have the courage or self-esteem to do so; its much easier to castigate and discount someone who is different from you in order to make yourself feel superior. But guess what? Nature always, always corrects itself. And many of us may not live to see it, but eventually a society will evolve that encourages people to recognize that since we have to be here together, our commonalities might as well supercede our differences. Or, we will destroy the planet and God will have a “do over”. So to those with the cancer of hatred and ignorance and intolorance in your hearts, nature will insure that your children and your grandchildren will be progressively better, if they choose, or else.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 10:19 PM | Link to this

There is no race card!!! Please people, it is the issues. Allow the people to beat Obama on the issues. Put them out there. Leave race to others.

By trouble comin'

October 12, 2008 10:24 PM | Link to this

Casoff — where is the race card kept? Well you ought to know, you just played it!

The race card is not a guilt card held by the “majority race”.

I don’t have one iota of guilt about the history of this country. Sure, there have been past wrongs to people of all races in this country ( as in Jews, Asians, blacks, whites - Irish, German, and on and on); almost all of us have some precendents who have been treated unfairly for one reason or another.

But guilt, NO. See that’s the problem. There is no guilt, just a continuation of mindless social policy that no longer has any basis in our society.

Believe me, therein lies the problem between the races; there is no guilt, but whites are constantly made to feel they SHOULD have guilt. And the result of that is ANGER.

By a conservative

October 12, 2008 10:29 PM | Link to this

John Lewis is out of step with the times. In his mind it is still 1960 and he is pertinent.

The race card is the Democratic way - if they have nothing else to say its what they play.

I cant wait for this to all be over - if on Nov 5 we have the liberal savior and all his baggage then I will pray for a fast 4 years and as little damage as possible.

McCain isnt my first choice but he would be better for the country and ALL its people that Obama.

Surely the people of this country will wake up before Nov 4 and realize that we have a lot at stake. Who knows on Nov 5 I may be booking a 4 year vacation out of the country.

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 10:36 PM | Link to this

Hey conservative scum…..shut the f up about Lewis.

Observe Sarah Palin.

http:// politicalticker. blogs. cnn. com /2008 /10/12/ palin-draws-a-line-between-good-guys-and-bad-guys/

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 12, 2008 10:37 PM | Link to this

Hey conservative scum…..shut the f up about Lewis.

Observe Sarah Palin.

Good Guys and Bad Guys

You racist losers plan on doing all kinds of things if you don’t get your way.

Hopefully the military won’t listen to you.

By Shocked

October 12, 2008 10:43 PM | Link to this

Poor John Lewis. His brain has gone south. Help us Lord if Obama gets in. Everything under the sun will be racist for a long time. Vote for McCain or Barney….not for the donkeys.

By Tin Foil Hat

October 12, 2008 10:44 PM | Link to this

Conservatives hate Liberals.

They hate FDR.

They hate Social Security and other ‘hand outs.’

This isn’t new.

Did you know that a bunch of rich white corporate thugs tried to bribe a respected general to lead a coup de etat against the United States government in the early thirties?

If the general hadn’t reported them, they might have succeeded?

Now they have a mercinary army of Blackwater supporters, and most militias and NRA members are behind McCain.

Betcha you stupid Democrats are wishing you weren’t spineless cowards in favor of gun control don’t you?

Did you know that conservative evangelicals have invaded most major military academies, particularly the air force academy, exerting enormous pressure on all officers to convert to their way of thinking?

They accuse liberals of being fascists, but stupid sheep like Liberals don’t do anything about it. Or they’re aware of the problem and blog about it.

You deserve what they’re going to do to you, both the sheep who believed in W’s lies and the liberals who didn’t do anything but blog about it.

Voting now for Obama is a good step in the right direction, but it is probably already too late.

By myconju

October 12, 2008 10:45 PM | Link to this

Trouble comin’, talk to me. I don’t understand your angst. I want to understand you.

By Proud American

October 12, 2008 10:50 PM | Link to this

Well Mr.Will Smith look where Barack Hussien Obama got his Muslim traing. I do not care about race, but principals and ideology we should all take to heart. Though we may not agree totally with any canidate, John McCain is the best canidate on the ballot. I pray we do not give our great country away.

By Proud Black Man

October 12, 2008 11:20 PM | Link to this

Why would the man in the lead be pressured? Let’s tell the truth! It’s John McCain that is despearate and grasping at air. He saw that he started loosing in the polls and started making a ton of bad angry comments to excite the masses. Why would you say that the man is paling around with terrorist? The man in questions did that mess when Obama was 8 years old. The man is question (Ayers) is a professor as a university teaching your kids and mines. Obama loosely knows the man. They just happen to be on the same board passing an education reform, but you say Obama is paling around with terrorist! Then you want to say your not trying to cause major racial issues? 40% of McCains base is racists. Just because they don’t say it out loud or they have traded there white hoods in for a microphone doesn’t mean that racism is dead. Racism is alive and well today and what John said was nothing but the raw truth but that is something that is not allowed to be said out loud, but everyone was thinking it anyway. McCain and palin sitting around spitting hate at the rallys and listenning to the chants of hang him, cut his head off, kill him and then DO NOTHING ABOUT IT…. HAHAHA! McCain recently started acting on that ONLY because the FBI started investigating those hate chants and McCain did the polictically correct thing and denounced it. Why didn’t he and Palin denounce it the when it first started? Why wait until the FBI and the newspapers start reporting on the hate the rallys. I want everyone here to stop acting like McCain did not know what he was doing! He started loosing in the polls and he saw Obama lead get larger and he got desperate and played the oldest card alive… his on RACE CARD of hate! For all the black people writing in and wish to pretend that those messages that McCain and Palin were using were not use to motivate hate you are just being stupid!

Obama/Biden 2008

By Proud Black Man

October 12, 2008 11:24 PM | Link to this

Why would the man in the lead be pressured? Let’s tell the truth! It’s John McCain that is despearate and grasping at air. He saw that he started loosing in the polls and started making a ton of bad angry comments to excite the masses. Why would you say that the man is paling around with terrorist? The man in questions did that mess when Obama was 8 years old. The man is question (Ayers) is a professor as a university teaching your kids and mines. Obama loosely knows the man. They just happen to be on the same board passing an education reform, but you say Obama is paling around with terrorist! Then you want to say your not trying to cause major racial issues? 40% of McCains base is racists. Just because they don’t say it out loud or they have traded there white hoods in for a microphone doesn’t mean that racism is dead. Racism is alive and well today and what John said was nothing but the raw truth but that is something that is not allowed to be said out loud, but everyone was thinking it anyway. McCain and palin sitting around spitting hate at the rallys and listenning to the chants of hang him, cut his head off, kill him and then DO NOTHING ABOUT IT…. HAHAHA! McCain recently started acting on that ONLY because the FBI started investigating those hate chants and McCain did the polictically correct thing and denounced it. Why didn’t he and Palin denounce it the when it first started? Why wait until the FBI and the newspapers start reporting on the hate the rallys. I want everyone here to stop acting like McCain did not know what he was doing! He started loosing in the polls and he saw Obama lead get larger and he got desperate and played the oldest card alive… his on RACE CARD of hate! For all the black people writing in and wish to pretend that those messages that McCain and Palin were using were not use to motivate hate you are just being stupid!

Obama/Biden 2008

By Sir Winston

October 12, 2008 11:31 PM | Link to this

Because Obama has been unable to close the deal, Proud Black Man. He should be up by 15 points, but now, like during the Racist/Sexist Democrat primary (remember the Super delegates gave it to him), he cannot stay above 50% for any length of time. You see, the media and other libs would like to blame it on racism, hence this topic chosen by the Urinal/Constipation, that way they do not have to come to grips with the fact that this country rejects liberalism. Always has. McGovern, Dukakis, Kerry now Obama, northern libs the lot of them. Democrats do better when the nominate southern Gov’s. It is simple, really. Peace.

VIVA MCCAIN-PALIN

p.s. It is not hateful to bring up Obama associations. It would be foolish not to. Peace, again.

By atlkevin

October 12, 2008 11:41 PM | Link to this

To the people who use the term “hater” on these boards:

Let me be 100% crystal clear in this statement.

It shows your abject ignorance when your reaction to someone not liking Obama is “you’re a hater” or “you’re a racist.”

I don’t like Obama for his economics. Pure and simple.

It’s incredibly insulting for you to assume that my dislike of this candidate is for any other reason.

Your statements to this effect are EXACTLY the same as Lewis’ comments. Your attempt to make everything about racism completly negates real examples of racism in this world.

I know it’s hard for those of you with a victim mentality to believe, but there are people in this world who dislike someone for reasons other than race. But that would cause you to have to accept the fact that others aren’t just out to get you because you’re black. But, then again, I suppose that’s wishful thinking on my part.

By Unforgiveable Blackness

October 12, 2008 11:57 PM | Link to this

DAN DEACON….. Appologize? What I said is true and needs to be said. It’s quite alright if McSame/Palin bring up issues so America can see the differences in the 2 tickets. Going negative isn’t bad in politics. You know in your heart what is going on in those rallies. McSame/Palin are trying to do whatver they can to energize the secret “conservative even though my finances don’t meet the party requirements” racist base. I have more education than most people and have worked extremely hard to make it where I have in life so it’s not a cop out and I never said bringing up facts was wrong. They were clearly trying to drum up fear in order to energize that portion of the base. McSame/Palin should have quieted down the idiots that yelled/chanted “Kill Him”. Obama would have quieted the crowd. McSame/Palin just smiled and basked in it until the media spoke out about what was going on in the rallies. ALL people have some level of RASCISM. Whites hate when minorites “Play the race card”. Sometimes the race card needs to be played. Sometimes it doesn’t. I see the world through the eyes of a minority. I want to know how you will see the world when your current reality no longer exists.

trouble comin’….. The bigger question is this: Will Whites reenact the aftermath of the Jim Jefferies vs. Jack Johnson fights? Will some of the base become incensed with the humiliation that they feel? It absolutely infuriates me that some, not all, Whites think that if a Black person achieves anything in life, it’s because of Afirmative Action, Quotas, or some other form or government assistance. You can’t knock the legs out of something that doesn’t exist. Minorities and women don’t receive equal pay now. That’s a fact you won’t bring up. If Obama wins, they won’t receive equal pay in the future. Since Obama is only half Black, maybe minorities will only ask for half of the “handouts” that they currently receive. :-) Will that make you feel better?

By Lyn

October 13, 2008 12:07 AM | Link to this

Truthman…yankee go home…yo a damn yankee, that’s a yankee who polutes our dear Southland by moving here, regular yankees come down, eat their hearts out, then go back north where they belong…how come nobody EVER retires to the North?

By Sir Winston

October 13, 2008 12:54 AM | Link to this

The high taxes and the high concentration of libs up north (the two do go hand in hand), Lyn. Peace.

By Ken Strickland

October 13, 2008 2:16 AM | Link to this

AL IN ATLANTA-why would you expect these ANALS to respond to something they’ve been trying to avoid all along? Do you really expect them to address Sarah Palin’s ignorance, stupidity, incompetence, racism and unethical behavior?

There was one ANAL MINDED individual that posted much earlier in this blog and rambled on and on about Obama’s father abandoning his family and his mother marrying a muslim man etc. Now, this is an example of their ignorance, stupidity and denial. This MORON acts like this is somehow all Obama’s fault or doing.

Yet, he, and other Republican ANALS like him, completely ignore the fact that Mccain abandoned his former wife and kids to marry his current drug addicted, drug stealing wife Cindy. After McCain return home to find his wife had been involved in a horrific accident that required radical surgery and left her a virtual invalid, he started openly have one affair after another until he met wealthy dumb blond Cindy. McCain was such a lowlife he committed the ultimate insult to his former wife by filing for a marriage license to marry Cindy while he was still married. Think about that for a moment. No municipality would have issued McCain, or anyone else, a marriage license if he was already married. That means he lied on his application.

Once he was divorced, he abandoned his entire family and married Cindy 5wks later. That also meant that all military benefits for his former wife were cut off. He left his family with no means of support even though he became a millionaire the minute he married Cindy. Ross Perot, who was once one of McCain’s closest friends, took it upon himself to pay her medical bills and provide for the family McCain left behind. REPUBLICAN MORONS PRETEND NOT TO KNOW OR CARE ABOUT THIS BECAUSE, AS THEY CLAIM, IT HAPPENED A LONG TIME AGO.

These ANAL MINDED MORONS can’t allow the TRUTH or FACTS about McCain or Palin to interfer with their quest at becoming the ultimate Republicans. THESE MORONS ARE LIKE THE DOGS THAT CONSTANTLY CHASE THEIR TAILS. WHEN THEY CATCH IT, THEY WON’T LET GO AND END UP CRAPPING ALL OVER THEMSELVES OVER AND OVER AND OVER AGAIN.

The words REPUBLICAN and CONSERVATIVE have become synonymous with the terms: ignoranance, stupidity, moronic, denial, delusional, hatred, racism, sexism, selfhatred and low selfesteem. WHEN ANYTHING THEY DO GOES WRONG, AND IT USUALLY DOES, THEY JUST SAY JUST BLAME IT ON THE DEMOCRATS, LIBERALS, BLACKS, JEWS, COMMUNISTS, HISPANICS AND/OR ILLEGAL ALIENS, ETC.

A Republican adminstration has set policy for America for the last 8yrs and they’ve controlled congress and the house 6 of those 8yrs. Yet, they force themselves to believe Republicans have had nothing to do with our current economic crisis, it was the Democrats, liberals, etc.

One LOW LIFE said if Obama becomes president, there will be handouts for Blacks, WOW. The fact that Whites receive 51% of all welfare benefits, more than all other recipients combined, isn’t a problem. This is part of that DELUSIONAL affliction that affects Republicans.

By Sam1234

October 13, 2008 9:33 AM | Link to this

Obama is a sleeper Muslim. What is John Lewis thinking?

By Ken Strickland

October 13, 2008 11:01 AM | Link to this

ADDITIONAL FOOD FOR THOUGHT. Have you noticed how these racists who staunchly defend and identify with the Republican party are reacting to John Lewis’ comments? THESE IGNORANT INBRED RACISTS ARE SO CAUGHT UP IN THEIR HATRED AND RACISM, THEY DON’T EVEN REALIZE THEY’RE ACTING MORE LIKE THE GEORGE WALLACE’S DAVID DUKE’S, STROM THURMAN’S, JESSIE HELM’S, LESTER MADDOX’S, ROSS BARNETT’S, CARL B SANDERS AND OTHER VILE RACISTS BOTH PAST AND PRESENT.

LIKE I SAID IN AN EARLIER POST, THESE LOWLIFE ANIMALS DON’T CARE HOW OFTEN THEY SHOW THE DEPTHS OF THEIR IGNORANCE, STUPIDITY AND RACISM AS LONG AS YOU DON’T BRING IT UP AND/OR MAKE AN ISSUE OF IT. These INBRED MORONS are calling John Lewis a racist for comparing McCains latest political strategy to that of former gov George Wallace. At the same time, they’re employing some of the same racist rhetoric and using some of the same racist comments used by George Wallace and his fellow racists of the past.

CAN YOU SEE HOW THESE CLOWNS ARE SIMPLY DROWNING IN THEIR OWN IGNORANCE, STUPIDITY AND RACISM WHILE LASHING OUT AT ANYONE THAT ADDRESSES THEIR BEHAVIOR OR THE BEHAVIOR OF ANYONE IN THEIR BELOVED REPUBLICAN PARTY?

“STUPID IS AS STUPID DOES”.

By Ken Strickland

October 13, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this

ADDITIONAL FOOD FOR THOUGHT. Have you noticed how these racists who staunchly defend and identify with the Republican party are reacting to John Lewis’ comments? THESE IGNORANT INBRED RACISTS ARE SO CAUGHT UP IN THEIR HATRED AND RACISM, THEY DON’T EVEN REALIZE THEY’RE ACTING MORE LIKE THE GEORGE WALLACE’S DAVID DUKE’S, STROM THURMAN’S, JESSIE HELM’S, LESTER MADDOX’S, ROSS BARNETT’S, CARL B SANDERS AND OTHER VILE RACISTS BOTH PAST AND PRESENT.

LIKE I SAID IN AN EARLIER POST, THESE LOWLIFE ANIMALS DON’T CARE HOW OFTEN THEY SHOW THE DEPTHS OF THEIR IGNORANCE, STUPIDITY AND RACISM AS LONG AS YOU DON’T BRING IT UP AND/OR MAKE AN ISSUE OF IT. These INBRED MORONS are calling John Lewis a racist for comparing McCains latest political strategy to that of former gov George Wallace. At the same time, they’re employing some of the same racist rhetoric and using some of the same racist comments used by George Wallace and his fellow racists of the past.

CAN YOU SEE HOW THESE CLOWNS ARE SIMPLY DROWNING IN THEIR OWN IGNORANCE, STUPIDITY AND RACISM WHILE LASHING OUT AT ANYONE THAT ADDRESSES THEIR BEHAVIOR OR THE BEHAVIOR OF ANYONE IN THEIR BELOVED REPUBLICAN PARTY?

“STUPID IS AS STUPID DOES”.

By Ken Strickland

October 13, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this

ADDITIONAL FOOD FOR THOUGHT. Have you noticed how these racists who staunchly defend and identify with the Republican party are reacting to John Lewis’ comments? THESE IGNORANT INBRED RACISTS ARE SO CAUGHT UP IN THEIR HATRED AND RACISM, THEY DON’T EVEN REALIZE THEY’RE ACTING MORE LIKE THE GEORGE WALLACE’S DAVID DUKE’S, STROM THURMAN’S, JESSIE HELM’S, LESTER MADDOX’S, ROSS BARNETT’S, CARL B SANDERS AND OTHER VILE RACISTS BOTH PAST AND PRESENT.

LIKE I SAID IN AN EARLIER POST, THESE LOWLIFE ANIMALS DON’T CARE HOW OFTEN THEY SHOW THE DEPTHS OF THEIR IGNORANCE, STUPIDITY AND RACISM AS LONG AS YOU DON’T BRING IT UP AND/OR MAKE AN ISSUE OF IT. These INBRED MORONS are calling John Lewis a racist for comparing McCains latest political strategy to that of former gov George Wallace. At the same time, they’re employing some of the same racist rhetoric and using some of the same racist comments used by George Wallace and his fellow racists of the past.

CAN YOU SEE HOW THESE CLOWNS ARE SIMPLY DROWNING IN THEIR OWN IGNORANCE, STUPIDITY AND RACISM WHILE LASHING OUT AT ANYONE THAT ADDRESSES THEIR BEHAVIOR OR THE BEHAVIOR OF ANYONE IN THEIR BELOVED REPUBLICAN PARTY?

“STUPID IS AS STUPID DOES”.

By Sir Winston

October 13, 2008 11:21 AM | Link to this

No, Ken, I cannot see your point. It seems that it is The Obama, peace be upon him, that brings race into everything. He played the race card on both Bill and Hillary during the Racist/Sexist Democrat Primary. And Bill Clinton was the first Black President!! Most people agree that John Lewis is a race baiter of the first order. Peace.

By Copyleft

October 13, 2008 12:38 PM | Link to this

Actually, “Sir Winston,” most people agree with liberal policies and want a more liberal America.

One at PEACE, the word you use without apparent understanding of what it means.

By Ken Strickland

October 13, 2008 4:22 PM | Link to this

SIR WINSTON-it’s not suprising you can’t see my points. You’re not the only one that can’t see the forest for the trees. You also approach issues with a typical delusional Republican mindset. You claim Obama always introduces racism and sexism, but you didn’t say how. I’m certain you’ve conviently forgotten how Hillary, not Obama, kept saying she was the most electable because only she could win the HARD WORKING “WHITE” VOTE, like that was the only vote that counted. If that HARD WORKING WHITE VOTE couldn’t get her elected as the Democratic nominee, how was it going to get her elected president? BUT, SOMEHOW, YOUR DELUSIONAL MIND CAN’T CONCEIVE OF THAT AS RACISM.

It was Hillary, not Obama, who claimed throughout her campaign that she represented the WOMEN of America and through her, WOMEN could make their voices heard. BUT, SOMEHOW, YOUR DELUSIONAL MIND CAN’T CONCEIVE OF THE AS SEXISM. Typical of most brainwashed Republican minded individuals, YOU ARE TERRIBLY CONFUSED AND OUT OF TOUCH WITH REALITY.

By Ken Strickland

October 13, 2008 7:44 PM | Link to this

PRESIDENTIAL ALERT!!!

McBush has changed campaign strategy AGAIN, can you believe it? This fool is now criticizing the very BAILOUT bill he rushed to sign, after previously claiming he’d never sign it if it contained any pork barrel add on’s, WHICH IT DID. He also claimed that all Obama wanted to do was spend gov money on bailout programs. Yet, he’s the one proposing one gov sponsored bailout program after another.

DO YOU STUPID MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTERS STILL THINK THESE INCOMPETENT FLIP FLOPPING CLOWNS ARE ANY MORE CAPABLE OF RUNNING THIS COUNTRY AND/OR RESOLVING OUR CURRENT ECONOMIC CRISIS THAN GEORGE BUSH?

Why aren’t you Republicans taking about Sarah Palin? This EXTREMELY DUMB BLONDE is now claiming the report is partisan, can you believe that. The 12 people comprising the commission that issued the report were 75% Republican. Even though the entire commission issued the findings in the report, this DAISY DUKE MORON(Palin) is claiming the 2 Democrats heading the commission are solely responsible for its findings.

CAN YOU SEE WHY I’M SO HARD ON THOSE ANAL MINDED MORONS THAT SUPPORT MCCAIN/PALIN? CAN YOU SEE HOW QUICKLY THEY RETREAT TO THEIR DENIAL AND/OR DELUSIONAL POSTURE? CAN YOU SEE THE TOTAL LACK OF COGNIZANT REASONING AND ANY SEMBLENCE OF INTELLIGENT THOUGHT?

REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES CAN DO AND SAY WHATEVER THEY WANT AND IT WILL BE ACCEPTED BY THE MAJORITY OF THEIR FELLOW REPUBLICAN MINDED MORONS. THEY HAVE BEEN PROGRAMED TO ACCEPT WHATEVER LIES THEIR REPUBLICAN HANDLERS FEED THEM. WHY ELSE WOULD THEY BELIEVE MCCAIN WHEN HE SAYS: (1)He’s an OUTSIDER, even though he has 26yrs and one of his 7 houses is in DC. (2)He’s a MAVERICK, even though he’s voted with Bush and his party over 90% of the time. (3)He’s a REFORMER THAT WILL FIGHT CORPORATE INTERESTS, even though he’s been a staunch supporter of Corporate sponsored DEREGULATION and REPEALING ANTITRUST LAWS. He’s hired lobbyist from the very corporations he’s suppose to be fighting to run his entire presidential campaign. (4)He can solve our current MORTGAGE CRISIS, even though he and his wife Cindy were both very deeply involved in our last great banking crisis, THE KEATING/LINCOLN S&L COLLAPSE. McCain was a member of the KEATING 5 and was repremanded by the Senate for his unethical involvement.

If McCain/Palin wins the presidency, this is what we’ll have in the White House (1)A 73yr old president that has the most progressive form of cancer and is a physical wreck. He abandoned his former wife and kids without providing any means of support and never looked back. (2)A 1st lady that was/is addicted to drugs, was caught stealing those drugs by DEA officials from her own charity, and attended a 90 day rehab. (3)A VP who thinks field dressing a moose near the Russian border gives her extensive foreign policy experience. A woman who can’t remember the names of foreign leaders or the name of a single thing she’s ever read. One who’s executive experience left her hometown with a 22M deficit and is currently guilty of unethical behavior. One who believes in practicing abstinence and safe sex for every woman other than herself and her daughter. They both got pregnant by foregoing abstinence and indulging in unprotected premarital sex.

THE REPUBLICAN PARTY HAS REALLY OUTDONE ITSELF THIS TIME AROUND. IT APPEARS THEY’LL HAVE TO RIG ANOTHER ELECTION IN ORDER TO GET THESE TWO REPUBLICAN MORONS OF CHOICE IN THE WHITE HOUSE.

By Emily Claire

October 13, 2008 7:52 PM | Link to this

What is with the anal fixation, Ken. Obama Osama has an anal fixation. Look at this video and let me know what you think.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVeFVtcdSYY

By Sam1234

October 13, 2008 8:00 PM | Link to this

Say what you want about Lewis, at least he is not a fudge packer like Obama. OBAMA IS A SLEEPER MUSLIM

By Ken Strickland

October 13, 2008 10:33 PM | Link to this

EMILY CLAIRE-it’s not a fixation. It’s just a recognition that you McCain/Palin supporters, as evidenced on these blogs and at the townhall meetings, are walking around in denial, and/or filled with hatred/anger, with your heads firmly entrenched up their ANUS’. AND I’M SUPPOSE TO PRETEND NOT TO NOTICE THIS? I don’t identify as Democrat or Republican, since I’ve voted for both at one time or another. But I couldn’t in good conscience support the Republican pary with its racist, radical moronic element so firmly entrenched in its idiology. I have far too much respect and reverence for the intelligence God bestowed upon me, as we all should.

How else do you explain being so drawn towards the ignorance, incompetence, irratic behavior, flip flopping and down right stupidity that’s been on constant display by McCain and Palin, but especially Palin, for everyone with an actual IQ to observe?

It’s also interesting how you focused on the use of one word while ignoring the entire context of my comment. Anything presented by HANNITY caters to you Republican/McCain/Palin loving ANALS.

By Dr. bobbi Anne white

October 14, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this

what I remember is that during the Saddleback Forum, when asked who were his three wise mentors, he mentioned Congressman John Lewis. I’m really shocked by him.

By Copyleft

October 14, 2008 10:59 AM | Link to this

Yes, it’s shocking that Lewis would point out the racism and hatred fueling McCain’s most fanatical supporters.

And in true Gee Dubya Bush fashion, McCain’s campaign knows the importance of shooting the messenger. “How DARE you point out our appalling behavior. You’re just a hate-monger!”

By Matea

October 14, 2008 1:02 PM | Link to this

Thanks for the link Emily Claire. Although the charge has been made and denied by Obama, I think the seriousness of the charge requires that the Mainstream Media investigate the charges that Obama had a crack cocaine induced gay sex affair with a limo driver in 1999 in Chicago. Ken Strickland is just jealous that he was not driving the limo that night.

Lewis is a race baiter. Period.

By JustMe

October 16, 2008 1:33 AM | Link to this

You people act as if race doesn’t matter, but if you were honest with yourselves, the BS you say with your closest friends, who believe and feel as you do, we could really have a discussion about race. Now that we are down to the wire, it is all abou race! Keep it real!! Obama is better educated and has a better plan for the nation. And the only reason that he is not up by 100% is because white folks cannot deal with the fact that a BLACK man will be President. Evaluate your real position. Take of the masks and blinders and be real with yourselves. Racism is part of the fabric of the US, it was built (literally) on racism!!

And would it be pulling the race card if democratic supporters were pulled on the carpet for hollering Kill the Cracker/Red-Neck? (Who could trust a man who cannot look you straight in the eye? Whe he speaks to the American people he blinks entirly too much, a sign of a liar)

By Ken Strickland

October 18, 2008 12:54 AM | Link to this

MATEA-it’s truely amazing how ignorant Republican minded morons like you go out of your way to ignore the fact your candidates of choice, McCain/Palin, are 2 of the dumbest most ill equipted candidates ever, especially Palin.

WHY HAVEN’T ANY OF YOU IGNORANT REPUBLICANS ADDRESSED MY COMMENTS ABOUT THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PRESIDENT BUSH AND MCCAIN AND THE WORLDS #1 TERRORIST, OSAMA BEN LADEN? WHAT ABOUT MCCAIN’S CLOSE RELATIONSHIP WITH THOSE CROOKS THAT WENT TO PRISON FOR THEIR INVOLVEMENT IN WATERGATE AND THE KEATING/LINCOLN S&L SCANDAL, IN WHICH MCCAIN WAS A KEATING 5 MEMBER? WHAT ABOUT SARAH PALIN’S LACK OF ETHICS, WHICH LENDS CREDENCE TO THE 2 QUESTIONABLE FIRINGS SHE MADE AS MAYOR OR HER VERY CLOSE ASSOCIATION WITH INDICTED SENATOR TSTEVENS?

REMEMBER, IF YOU LIVE IN A GLASS HOUSE, YOU SHOULDN’T THROW STONES.

By Ken Strickland

October 18, 2008 11:10 AM | Link to this

Come on all of you STUPID MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTERS and tell me how you feel about McCain now. It appears he BLATANTLY LIED about knowing or even ever talking to Joe Wurzelbacher(Joe The Plumber)prior to the debate. It also appears McCain LIED about JOE being a licensed plumber with hopes of ever buying a plumbing co.

YOU MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTERS HAVE TO BE MOTIVATED AND/OR INFLUENCED TO SOME EXTENT BY RACISM AS WELL AS BE EXTREMELY DEAF, DUMB AND BLIND. WHY ELSE WOULD YOU IDITS CONTINUE THINKING SCATTER BRAINED MCCAIN AND AILING PALIN ARE CAPABLE OF SOLVING ANYONES PROBLEMS. HELL, THEY CAN’T SOLVE THE PROBLEMS WITHIN THEIR OWN FAILING CAMPAIGN, LET ALONE THE ECONOMIC PROBLEMS CURRENTLY FACING THE WORLD MARKET. AND SARAH PALIN, LIKE I’VE SAID BEFORE, IS SOOO STUPID SHE’D MAKE DAISY DUKE LOOK LIKE A RHODES SCHOLAR.

WHO ARE THE BIGGEST FOOLS, THE FOOLS(MCCAIN/PALIN), OR THE FOOLS(MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTERS)THAT FOLLOW THE FOOLS.

COMEON YOU MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTING MORONS, LET’S SEE IF ANY OF YOU CLOWNS CAN FORMULATE AN INTELLIGENT RESPONSE AND NOT SOME CHILDISH ATTEMPT AT HUMOR TO TRY AND AVOID DEALING WITH REALITY/FACTS.

By Ken Strickland

October 18, 2008 11:15 AM | Link to this

Come on all of you STUPID MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTERS and tell me how you feel about McCain now. It appears he BLATANTLY LIED about knowing or even ever talking to Joe Wurzelbacher(Joe The Plumber)prior to the debate. It also appears McCain LIED about JOE being a licensed plumber with hopes of ever buying a plumbing co.

YOU MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTERS HAVE TO BE MOTIVATED AND/OR INFLUENCED TO SOME EXTENT BY RACISM AS WELL AS BE EXTREMELY DEAF, DUMB AND BLIND. WHY ELSE WOULD YOU IDIOTS CONTINUE THINKING SCATTER BRAINED MCCAIN AND AILING PALIN ARE CAPABLE OF SOLVING ANYONES PROBLEMS. HELL, THEY CAN’T SOLVE THE PROBLEMS WITHIN THEIR OWN FAILING CAMPAIGN, LET ALONE THE ECONOMIC PROBLEMS CURRENTLY FACING THE WORLD MARKET. AND SARAH PALIN, LIKE I’VE SAID BEFORE, IS SOOO STUPID SHE’D MAKE DAISY DUKE LOOK LIKE A RHODES SCHOLAR.

WHO ARE THE BIGGEST FOOLS, THE FOOLS(MCCAIN/PALIN), OR THE FOOLS(MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTERS)THAT FOLLOW THE FOOLS.

COMEON YOU MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTING MORONS, LET’S SEE IF ANY OF YOU CLOWNS CAN FORMULATE AN INTELLIGENT RESPONSE AND NOT SOME CHILDISH ATTEMPT AT HUMOR TO TRY AND AVOID DEALING WITH REALITY/FACTS.

By Sir Winston

October 18, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this

Wow!!! Now the libs are scared of Joe the Plumber. I love it when you guys have to attack regular folks like Joe the Plumber, Todd and Sarah Palin, or anyone else that sees straight through to the liberal/Stalinist mind of The Obama, peace be upon him. Joe the Plumber is the perfect way for McCain to attack The Obama, peace be upon him, on the economy. My favorite part is that The Obama, peace be upon him, brought this on himself with that idiotic “spread the wealth” garbage while off teleprompter in a rope line. So The Obama, peace be upon him, slips up and lets down his centrist facade, reveals his liberalism, and then you libs start attacking Joe the plumber, McCain or any of the other bitter clingers. Factor in that this is a two point race, and it just doesn’t get any better than this. The Obama, peace be upon him, peaked to soon. This is really getting good. Peace.

By Ken Strickland

October 18, 2008 12:56 PM | Link to this

Remember Obama supporters that only Republicans vote on Tuesday and Democrats only vote on Wednesday. All votes cast on Tuesday will go to Republicans and McCain. If we can wait 900 years for a black president, we can wait one more day. YES WE CAN!!!!!! VOTE ON WEDNESDAY NOV 5 FOR PRESIDENT OBAMA!!!!!!!!!

By Ken Strickland

October 18, 2008 11:33 PM | Link to this

I KNEW IT. I told everyone these REPUBLICAN MINDED MORONS couldn’t issue an intelligent response or respond directly to any of my questions. It also appears McCain did know this guy that he was calling JOE THE PLUMBER. It appears he’s related to CHARLES KEATING

By Ken Strickland

October 18, 2008 11:33 PM | Link to this

I KNEW IT. I told everyone these REPUBLICAN MINDED MORONS couldn’t issue an intelligent response or respond directly to any of my questions. It also appears McCain did know this guy that he was calling JOE THE PLUMBER. It appears he’s related to CHARLES KEATING

By Aaron Burr V. Mexico

October 18, 2008 11:42 PM | Link to this

Morph is a demon coward who has no ethics or morals.

By Ken Strickland

October 19, 2008 9:57 AM | Link to this

I was watching Larry King live and he had 3 Republican controlled morons as his panel. There was no attempt at creating semblance of balance, rebuttal or opposing views. One of the (R) MORORS said Obama wasn’t ready to be president. THAT’S REPUBLICAN/RACIST MORON SPEAK FOR “I’M/WE’RE NOT READY FOR A BLACK MAN TO BE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.

You see, Republicans have at least one more pair of complete idiots(McCain/Palin)that might rival the stupidity and incompetence of their last 2(Bush/Channey). I know you HEAD UP YOUR ANUS REPUBLICANS

By Ken Strickland

October 19, 2008 9:59 AM | Link to this

I was watching Larry King live and he had 3 Republican controlled morons as his panel. There was no attempt at creating semblance of balance, rebuttal or opposing views. One of the (R) MORORS said Obama wasn’t ready to be president. THAT’S REPUBLICAN/RACIST MORON SPEAK FOR “I’M/WE’RE NOT READY FOR A BLACK MAN TO BE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.

You see, Republicans have at least one more pair of complete idiots(McCain/Palin)that might rival the stupidity and incompetence of their last 2(Bush/Channey). I know you HEAD UP YOUR ANUS REPUBLICANS a praying the Republican Party can rig at least one more election like they did the last two.

By Ken Strickland

October 20, 2008 11:15 AM | Link to this

What do you REPUBLICAN MINDED MORONS/MCCAIN-PALIN SUPPORTERS think about the fact president Bush and his entire family, along with John McCain, had a 20yr business and personal relationship with the worlds most wanted terrorist, Osama Ben Laden, as well as his entire family. Their relationship runs so deep that immediately after 9/11, Bush rounded up Ben Laden’s family members here in the US and provided them with a jet and safe haven out of the country.

WHY AREN’T YOU IGNORANT, STUPID, RACIST SOB’S MAKING AN ISSUE OF THAT ASSOCIATION? WOULDN’T THAT ASSOCIATION MAKE BUSH, MCCAIN AND THEIR FAMILIES TERRORIST AS WELL? WHY NOT TAKE YOUR BLATANT STUPIDITY TO THE NEXT LEVEL WHILE YOU’RE AT IT. DO YOU IGNORANT MONKEYS CONSIDER THE STUDENTS THAT ENROLLED IN CLASSES TAUGHT BY AYERS TERRORIST BY ASSOCIATION? ARE ALL OF THE OTHER PEOPLE THAT ATTENDED MEETINGS/GATHERINGS WITH AYERS, AND LIVE IN THE SAME NEIGHBORHOOD WITH HIM, TERRORIST BY ASSOCIATION AS WELL, OR JUST OBAMA? WHAT ABOUT THE STUDENTS THAT ATTENDED THE SAME SCHOOLS AS AYERS KIDS?

SARAH PALIN ASSOCIATED WITH INDICTED (R) SENATOR TED STEVENS. HE WAS HER MOST AVID SUPPORTER AND MOST GENEREOUS FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTOR. WHAT ABOUT HER LONG TERM ASSOCIATION, SUPPORT AND DOCUMENTED INVOLVEMENT WITH THE ALASKAN INDEPENDENCE PARTY(AIP), A RADICAL SEPARATIST GROUP THAT WANTS TO MAKE ALASKA A SEPARATE STATE OR COUNTRY APART FROM THE US AND ITS CONSTITUTION? THEY WANT ALL FEDERALLY HELD TERRITORY AND ALL OF ALASKA’S NATURAL RESOURCES TURNED OVER TO THEM FOR THEIR OWN EXPLOITATION AND ACCUMULATED WEALTH. WHAT ABOUT HER HUSBAND TODD’S LONG TERM DUES PAYING, CARD CARRYING MEMBERSHIP IN THE GROUP?

WHY AREN’T THESE ASSOCIATIONS RAINSING QUESTIONS ABOUT POSSIBLE TERRORIST ASSOCIATIONS OR QUESTIONABLE PATROITISM WITH (REPUBLICANS) MCCAIN/PALIN AND BUSH?

AGAIN I ASK, “HOW STUPID, IGNORANT, DELUSIONAL, MORONIC AND/OR DEEP IN DENIAL DOES ONE HAVE TO BE TO QUALIFY AS A REPUBLICAN AND/OR MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTER”?

By Ken Strickland

October 26, 2008 1:19 PM | Link to this

Where are all of you McCain/Palin supporters? Food for thought. Many of you made a big deal of Palin’s publicity stunt where she baught Pampers at a Walmart. Some Republican minded anouncers went overboard by saying this proves she’s down to earth and in touch with the average American. Why aren’t you, and these delusional announcers, making an equally big deal about the 150K she spent at Neiman Marcus and Saks 5th Ave for clothes? How many average Americans shop at those stores? WHEN IT COMES TO HER BABY SHE SHOPS ON THE CHEAP. BUT, WHEN IT COMES TO HER, THE SKY’S THE LIMIT. She seems to think it’s perfectly acceptable, as a VP candidate, to continue the same unethical and illegal financial practices she’s practiced as governor.

Isn’t it funny how McCain claims he shouldn’t be associated with the failed Bush administration/policies. Yet, McCain has surrounded himself with former Bush advisors and relied heavily on their imput to create his economic plan. McCain also assigned top Bush aids to handle/advise Palin. COMMON SENSE SAYS IF YOU DON’T INTEND TO CONTINUE THE FAILED POLICIES OF THE BUSH ADMINISTRATION, WHY CONTINUE RELYING ON THE SAME ADVISORS WHOS ADVICE CREATED THOSE FAILED POLICIES.

COMEON ALL OF YOU MCCAIN/PALIN SUPPORTERS, STOP HIDING, I KNOW YOU’RE OUT THERE.

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