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"It's easier for people to close their eyes, than to open them. Open your eyes to the possibilities." -Justin Brogden I'm a Junior at Oberlin College. I'm part of both the African American and LGBT communities. I was just 13 when President Bush was elected and I've waited almost eight years for this moment. Thank goodness it's finally here.

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Getting to Know You...

By Justin Brogden - Aug 26th, 2008 at 3:44 pm EDT

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If you tuned into the Democratic National Convention around 10:30 last night you would have seen Michelle Obama give one of the best speeches I heard from a campaign that is known for it's oratorical talent. It was a reintroduction of her and Barack that needed to happen so I was surprised today to see so much criticism, not just from the pundits and Republicans but from Democrats who are perhaps still bitter that the spouse of their candidate wasn't the one giving that speech or who have forgotten what it's like to be inspired.

It seems unprecedented to me in modern history that we've come so close to an election with so many huge misconceptions about one of the candidates. The number of people who believe Barack Obama is a Muslim, that he was born overseas, or even that he's a terrorist is something that seems unlikely given the mass media age with which we are a part.

If Barack Obama does go on to lose this election it will not be because he was wrong on the issues but because people were wrong about him. The reason the race has tightened is because the McCain camp has successfully made this election a referendum on Barack Obama and even that should be a landslide except for the fact that too many people still don't know who he is and are only too willing to accept the lies and smears presented to them.

While cable stations like MSNBC are covering the convention all day, network TV is only showing the last hour but I hope it's enough to get a sense of what the Obama Family and the Democrats can do for this country. Last night was a reminder to me and many Obama supporters that we want this man and his family in the White House. This is not a race we're willing to lose and for those who feel like 1/4 of the convention was wasted...they obviously weren't listening closely enough.

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Too Much Obama?

By Justin Brogden - Aug 6th, 2008 at 12:43 pm EDT

Nearly half of respondents in a new poll report hearing too much about Barack Obama. While it seems to me those same people will report that they don't know enough about Barack I agree! The media's obsession with Obama started after Iowa and has grown even more pronounced after Hillary Clinton's concession. You would think that one candidate holding a near monoply on the news would be a good thing and in some ways it is except for another recenty study found that over 70% of the new stories about Barack have been negative. While McCain is running even. This despite a candidate who seems to be changing his positions daily, a campaign that seems to be struggling internally and a message that often comes out as muttled nonsense. If there is a liberal media it's not doing us any favors by focusing on Barack and ignoring the growing list of mistakes John McCain has been making. So I say give McCain what he wants, and give Obama a break. The former will surely do himself in!

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A Few Pics From the NAACP Fountain Square Event

By Justin Brogden - Jul 15th, 2008 at 11:35 pm EDT

Also listed in: Cincinnati Supports Our President! | Ohioans For Obama | Pleasant Ridge/Kennedy Heights for Obama

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Pleasant Ridge Day Parade a Success!

By Justin Brogden - Jul 14th, 2008 at 4:51 pm EDT

Also listed in: Pleasant Ridge/Kennedy Heights for Obama

Though I moved from Pleasant Ridge two years ago after spending the first 19 years of my life there I was still filled with a tremendous pride to see the outpouring of support from my former community. We aren't perfect but Pleasant Ridge and Kennedy Heights are what the other neighbors should strive to be. Obama carried Ward our neighborhoods in the March 4th primary and I have no doubt that he'll do so again but what we need is not only to vote for Barack Obama but do everything within our power to make sure he wins every other neighborhood in the city of Cincinnati. The means registering voters, making phone calls, entering data and donating. Remember we are the ones we've been waiting for. Yes We Can!

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Ye Of Little Faith

By Justin Brogden - Jul 5th, 2008 at 12:10 pm EDT

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What I have seen manifest itself lately in this campaign is nothing less than a lack of faith and I don't mean the kind of faith that sends some of us to Church on Sundays. I mean faith in this movement, both from those within it and the leadership. Both are understandable. We voters are used to seeing corrupt political leadership. Public Officials that will do anything to win and much less to improve our lives. That's why it's so easy for even the most ardent Obama fans to doubt him in the face of the slew of negative stories that media has been releasing about supposed flip flops. I'm not going to waste time arguing that there might be a reason why the media wants to make this a close race which means bring down Obama and lifting up McCain but...there might be a reason why the media wants to make this a close race.

I don't believe Obama's views have changed substantially at all. I remember reading well before the primaries were held that many Democrats were surprised to find that Barack Obama was actually fairly moderate. His health care plan is a prime example. Most of us hail the fact that he able to work across the aisle and get things accomplished but to do this mean compromise. It doesn't mean taking a hard leftist position and forcing the other side to bend to your will. That being said the anger over Obama's FISA position is a little surprising. We might not agree but we should hardly find it surprising or out of character.

While Obama's views might not have changed the emphasis might have and that is concerning. In the primary he emphasized his more liberal positions and as soon as he won the nomination it seems the Democratic Party gave him the old playbook that said that a liberal Democrat can't win. Despite the support he had from independents and conservatives in the primary while he espoused his more liberal leanings the campaign started to emphasis his more centrist positions and the media labeled them as flipflops. This was a mistake. The way to win is not by taking centrist stances that please no one but principled ones. Obama has always done this and if he continues to do so he can win. Remember 11 percent of Democrats and 13 percent of liberals voted for Bush in 2004.

To supporters who have lost faith, take heed. I am supporting Barack Obama not because I believe in his stance of every issue but because I believe in him! If I simply supported the candidate who's views were most like my own I would have voted for Dennis Kucinich or Mike Gravel and called it a day but I didn't. Obama inspires me the way those two candidates never could. We might not agree on every issue but we agree on most and I feel he'll listen to me on those which we disagee even if he doesn't change his mind. If we have one fit in the water and the other foot out we're not going to be do anything. I have faith in Barack Obama and that's why I'm jumping in head first and doing everything I can to make sure he's the next President of the United States of America.

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My Short List-Wesley Clark

By Justin Brogden - Jun 8th, 2008 at 4:59 pm EDT

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Wesley Clark (General-Oklahoma)

Pros:

As a 4 star General he has the foreign policy experience that Obama lacks.
Since running for President in 2004, he has worked hard through his WesPAC and VoteVets to elect other Democrats.
As a Clinton supporter, he might be seen as a unity candidate.

Cons:

Shifty allegiences. Accused of running for President as a Democrat in 2004 because the Republicans already had a candidate.
As a Clinton supporter attacked Barack Obama several times. He would have a difficult time explaining his conversion.
Not a politcian and can sometimes put his foot in his mouth when dealing with the media.

Chances: Low/Moderate. He would be a good choice except for the fact that he's called Obama unfit to be Commander in Chief...kind of a deal breaker. If he can explain himself, however, he might have a chance.

What do you think?

Be sure to check out the other candidates on my short list!

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My Short List-Michael Bloomberg

By Justin Brogden - Jun 8th, 2008 at 4:38 pm EDT

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Michael Bloomberg (Mayor-New York City)

Michael Bloomberg

Pros:

As a Democrat turned Republican turned independent fits into the campaign's post-partisan message very nicely.
Might help Barack Obama with the Jewish vote
As Mayor of New York, taking over shortly after the September 11th attacks, he has national security experience that most Mayors and Governors lack.

Cons:

Is only a Mayor with no real foreign policy credentials
As a billionaire he wouldn't necessarily help combat Obama's elitist image or appeal to working clas whites.
Isn't well known outside of New York

Chances: Low. Michael Bloomberg is one of my favorites but while he fits in nicely with the campaign's post-partisan message he doesn't add much else.

What do you think?

Be sure to check out the other candidates on my shortlist!

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My Short List-Chris Dodd

By Justin Brogden - Jun 6th, 2008 at 9:35 pm EDT

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Chris Dodd (Senator-Conneticut)

Pros:

Experience. Dodd has been in the Senate for 27 years and in the House for another 6. This may help with Obama's perceived lack of experience.
Charisma. His natural charisma may be an asset to the campaign.
Endorsed Obama after dropping out of the Presidential race.

Cons:

After over three decades in Congree and one run for President most people still don't know who Chris Dodd is.
Doesn't necessarily fit into Obama's change narrative.
Isn't known to appeal to any of the key constituencies (Women, working class whites, hispanics).

Chances: Poor/Fair. Despite his lack of name recognition, many see him as a good ticket balancer. Not a bad choice. He may make it to the shortlist but it's uncertain if he'll go much furhter.

What do you think?

Be sure to check out the other candidates on my shortlist!

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My Short List-Hillary Clinton

By Justin Brogden - Jun 6th, 2008 at 9:07 pm EDT

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Hillary Clinton (Senator-New York)

Pros:

Would appease many of her supporters.
Has strength among women and working class whites.
Has foreign policy experience.
Might be the best candidate to unify the party.
Second only to during the primaries.
Fits into the campaign's message of change?

Cons:

Many Obama supporters shun the idea of a unity ticket. Some would argue she doesn't fit into the campaign's message of change.
Weakness among Republicans and independents.
Clinton baggage, including Bill Clinton. Might be a liability.
Has been critical of Barack Obama. Her loyalty and belief in his ability as President would be questioned.
Perceived attempt to blackmail Obama into choosing her. If he does so he may appear weak and his judgement may be questioned.
Most Americans don't trust her. Is a polarizing figure both within and outside of the Democratic party.

Chances: Poor. Hillary Clinton's chances has probably always been poor and have grown even more so as the primaries dragged on. Her comments about assassination and her defiance will probably cost her. There is some doubt that she and Bill Clinton will even pass the vetting process due to shady business deals and Bill's affairs. She may very well be the best and the worst choice for Vice President. The Obam campaign has hinted that she wiill probably not be chosen...thank God.

What do you think?

Be sure to check out the other candidates on my short list. Also, more to come later.

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My Short List-Kathleen Sebelius

By Justin Brogden - Jun 6th, 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT

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Kathleen Sebelius (Governor-Kansas)

Pros:

Might help shore up support among women, especially former Clinton supporters. Fits in Obama's change narrative.
Popular Governor of a Western Republican-leaning state and the daughter of a former Governor of Ohio.
Seen as a strong candidate among working class whites.

Cons:

Governor of Kansas. Little foreign policy experience.
Not Hillary Clinton. If Obama chooses her but not Clinton some Clinton supporters may be angered.
Her response to Bush's State of the Union was widely seen as a flop. Perceived lack of charisma.

Chances: Good. As with Bill Richardson their is a risk with choosing someone from an "oppressed group" for Vice President but her potential strength amongthe three Ws: working class whites, Western States, and women might be more than enough to override that concern.

What do you think?

Be sure to check out the candidates on my short list.

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My Short List-John Edwards

By Justin Brogden - Jun 6th, 2008 at 8:32 pm EDT

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John Edwards (Fmr. Senator-NC)

Pros:

As the 2nd place finisher and Vice Presidential Candidate in 2004, and 3rd place finisher in 2008 Edwards has a significant base of support.
His populist message and youth fits in well with the Obama campaign.
He might help shore up working class white support.

Cons:

As a trial lawyer he may not help with the campaign's supposed "elistist" image.
As a one term Senator, he has little more experience than Barack Obama. Something he was criticized for in 2004.
Has recently stated that he has no interest in being a Vice Presidential candidate again.

Chances: Poor. Edwards would make a good choice but he seems genuinely opposed to taking the spot again. He also does very little to bolster Obama's foreign policy credentials or combat his "elitist" image.

What do you think?

Be sure to check out the other candidates on my short list!

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My Short List-Chuck Hagel

By Justin Brogden - Jun 6th, 2008 at 8:19 pm EDT

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Chuck Hagel (Senator-NE)

Pros:

As a Republican he might bolster Obama's appeal among independents and Republicans and feed into the campaign's major of change and bipartisanship.
Outspoken critic of the War in Iraq. One of the few in his party to support a timetable for withdrawal. Has also spoken favorably of Obama while criticizing McCain.
A Vietnam War Veteran who obtained the rank of Sargent and serves on the Foreign Relations Committee. Helps bolster Obama's foreign policy credentials.

Cons:

Republican. His candidacy might ruffle the feathers of fellow Democrats.
Poor Record on social issues, including abortion. Might further alieanate women.
Might not necessarly help bring in Republican voters due to his opposition to the Iraq War.
Might be better suited for a cabinet position (Ie. Secretary of Defense)

Chances: Moderate. Do Democrats really want to ensure that a Republican canddiate will have the tie-breaking vote in the Senate? Probably not. It's unkown as to whether Hagel would agree to run as Vice President but if he does, expect to see him near the top of the list.

What do you think?

Be sure to check out the other candidates on my short list.

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My Short List-Bill Richardson

By Justin Brogden - Jun 6th, 2008 at 8:05 pm EDT

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Bill Richardson
(Governor-New Mexico)

Pros:

As a former Congressman, Ambassador to the UN, Secretary of Energy, and currently one of the most popular Governors in the US, Richardson has the experience that Obama may lack.
As a Hispanic man, he fits nicely into the Obama campaign's change narrative.
He may help Obama among a key constiuency, Hispanics and put Southwestern states into play.

Cons:

Democrats may not want to risk two minorties on the same ticket.
His bid for President failed to capture much attention. He might add very little to the campaign as Vice President.
He might help bring in Hispanic votes but a recent pole shows Obama already doing very well with that group. It's not known whether the votes the campaign will gain by choosing him is larger than the amoung they stand to lose.
Might be better suited for a cabinet position (ie. Secretary of State).

Chances: Moderate. Though the thought of two minorities on a ticket might scare some, Obama has already shown that race is not the biggest factor. He would be a good balance to the ticket and help shore up support among Hispanics. He has a shot.

What do you think?

Be sure to check out the other candidates on my short list.

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My Short List-Jim Webb

By Justin Brogden - Jun 6th, 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT

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1. Jim Webb (Senator-VA)

Pros:

A former sodlier, bolsters Obama's foreign policy credentials
Thought to be strong among working class whites, a constituency with which Obama supposedly struggles
From Virginia, a key state in Obama's electoral strategy.

Cons:

Very weak among women, has history of sexist thinking when it comes to the military. He may further alienate Clinton supporters.
Questionable allegiances. He was formerly and until very recently a Republican. Switched mainly because of the Iraq War. His opposition to war may be one of the few things he has in common with other Dems.
Somewhat of a loose cannon. While he may be able to attack while Obama stays above the fray, his temper might prove to be a liability.

Chances:Low. Though Jim Webb is a favorite among many supports I doubt he'll pass the vetting process. His problems among women and the long paper trail of his weird and discordant views are a deal breaker.

Update 6/10: Webb's paper trail gets in the way again. A new article looks at his views towards the Confederacy. http://news.yahoo.com/s/politico/20080610/pl_politico/10994

What do you think?

Be sure to check out the other candidates on my short list.

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My Short Post about Hillary as VP

By Justin Brogden - Jun 3rd, 2008 at 1:12 am EDT

I posted this on the blog recently:

Hey all, it's hard to think that Barack will probably be choosing his VP in a matter of weeks. He has a tough decision to make. It's rare that a candidate's choice for VP is a polarized as this. Half of Democrats are going to argue that there is only ONE person that they WON'T accept. The other half will argue that there is only one person that they WILL accept. In both cases that person is Hillary Clinton. No matter what decision he makes, there are going to be a lot of people who aren't satisfied.

Those who say that they will vote McCain or stop support Obama if he chooses Hillary are making the same mistake a lot of the Clinton supporters are making this very moment. I don't like Clinton, the kind of campaign she's run, or how she and he surrogates have dragged Obama's name through the mud. I will, however, stand by my man if he chooses her. I ask everyone else to stand by our guy! Remember in the end, it's not about him or the VP, it's about us and the movement we've created. Let's keep is strong.

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Anyone but Webb?

By Justin Brogden - May 27th, 2008 at 6:35 pm EDT

Here's a great article of Huffington Post about why Jim Webb would not make a good presidential candidate. Very compelling...

http://matthewyglesias.theatlantic.com/archives/2008/05/ixnay_on_the_ebbway.php

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The Assassination of Hillary Clinton?

By Justin Brogden - May 24th, 2008 at 12:18 pm EDT

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As most know I'm a hardcore Barack Obama supporter. If I accept a spot in the Obama Fellows program I'll spend at least thirty hours a week this summer proving my devotion. On the other hand, I can't stand Hillary Clinton and my animosity towards her and the campaign she's running has been building for almost a year. Yet, I admit I'm left scratching my head at the latest scandal to grip this primary season, which has become like a formerly good television show that jumped the shark long ago or a rich old husband that won't die.

Asked during an interview with a newspaper editorial board in South Dakota why so many people were calling for her to drop out, Hillary had this to say: "My husband did not wrap up the nomination in 1992 until he won the California primary somewhere in the middle of June, right? We all remember Bobby Kennedy was assassinated in June in California. I don't understand it." I have heard more than a few people say that Hillary is suggesting that Barack Obama could be assassinated and that she should remain in the race just in case. Her campaign quickly dismissed such ideas but a few hours later Hillary issued a half-hearted apology...to the Kennedy's.

To me the real story is Hillary's continued willingness to stretch the truth for her own purposes. The candidates might have still bene out in June but the primary season didn't start in January as it did this yeas and for all intents and purposes the eventual nominee was all but certain. In 1992 Bill might have not had enough delegates to be put over the top but his candidacy was for the most part inevitable and it had pretty much been that way since late February. If Hillary Clinton was simply making a time reference when she mentioned Bobby Kennedy who won the California Primary in June she forgot to mention that the primary rules were completely different back than...maybe she'd realize that if she ever followed the rules in the first place.

Still I can't help but believe that she was indeed only referencing the lateness of the primary battle. It was definitely a poor example and an even poorer choice of words but I can't believe that she meant anything sinister by it. I might call Hillary the devil but I don't actually believe she is one. David Axelrod of the Obama campaign and the editorial board to whom she made the comments both agreed that she seemed to making a time reference.

Hillary's been bashed for even saying the word "assassination", especially when there is a underlying fear that Barack Obama, as a serious African American contender for the Presidency may be a target. I know this fear first hand...we all feel it. Before Iowa my Aunt who grew up in the 60's (which seems to be the decade for political assassinations) said she hoped he didn't win because someone would kill him. It's a reality that we must face. Our inability to talk about it reminds me of the same hesitation with which we address race, in the first place.

We can't refuse to talk about the issue than act as if we had no idea when something actually happens so let me say it: Barack Obama could be assassinated! So could any Presidential candidate but as a black man the target on his back is going to be much bigger. The question we should be asking is "How come?". Why is it that if we are truly beyond race we can't even talk about the fact that Obama might be a potential target for some nut who's not? Why is it that America has such a violent culture where the right to own guns is one of the biggest political issues year after year? This is the conversation we should be having.

The media's reaction to Hillary's comments remind me of the "bitter" controversy...and the Wright controversy. Incidents where certain remarks were taken out of context and plastered everywhere! I remember how angry I felt because I knew Obama was being "swift boated". I'm not worried about Hillary's feelings and I welcome anything that will hasten her exit from the race. I'm gleeful at the notion that she might have killed her chance to become Vice President and after all she's put my man through...you might call this karma. What I am worried about, however, are her supporters. We need a united Democratic Party and assassinating the already nearly lifeless corpse of the Hillary for President campaign is only going to further alienate her supporters. Her campaign is over, her rhetoric over the past few days shows her desperation. She will be gone soon enough and any attempt to use this controversy as a reason for her departure will only hurt the party and our chances in November. So as much as I hate to say it I think we should all put down our metaphorical sniper rifles and wait it out...she's not going to last much longer anyway.

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Vice President Analysis: The Republican Have it Easier

By Justin Brogden - May 22nd, 2008 at 11:41 am EDT

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Is it just me or are a lot of the names being floated around for VP less than thrilling? Obama has recently started his Vice Presidential search but the names being generated aren't generating much excitement as far as I'm concerned. It seems we have bagged the biggest star in the Democratic Party to run for President and we are scraping the barrel to find someone that even comes close as a running mate. I recently read an article about John McCain's search and it would appear that he has plenty of relative young charismatic right-wing religious conservatives from which to shore up his conservative credential and offset fear about his age. Jindal of Louisiana, Crist of Florida, Romney (yeah right), to name a few. I feel less than satisfied with the pool Obama has to pick from and I've come to realize it's because of the odd nature of our primary and our candidates.

We are a party divided. We are a party that has a black candidate. We are a party that has a young relatively inexperienced candidate. We are a party that will undoubtedly upset a lot of women when Hillary Clinton drops out. There has been a lot of talk about Barack Obama choosing a candidate with experience in foreign policy. It seems then the best choice should be Bill Richardson but as much as I believe that our country is ready to elect an African American President; I have not been able to wrap my mind around the idea of Americans electing an African American-Hispanic duo. If he is the best choice, however, than I think Obama shouldn't hesitate to choose him. I'm willing to knock down a few more barriers and glass ceilings.

Senator Chuck Hagel of Nebraska and former Senator Sam Nunn have also been suggested because of their foreign policy experience. The former, however, is a Republican and although he is one of the few in his party to oppose the Iraq War he falls into line when it comes to social issues. It's not going to do a great deal to shore up the woman vote by choosing a pro-life VP. Sam Nunn, though a Democrat, was behind several anti-gay measures and the LGBT community would take up arms if he were chosen. So for the sake of argument let's scratch Richardson, Hagel, and Nunn.

Maybe Barack Obama should choose a woman to somewhat offset the anger brewing over Clinton's defeat. He could choose Clinton...but a lot of his supporters (myself included) wouldn't like that. He might also alienate some of the independents who support him but hate her. And if Barack chooses anyone but Hillary a lot of her supporters will be upset. Governor Kathleen Sebelius of Kansas has been tossed around as a prospect a lot lately. She's Governor of what could become a swing state (though it doesn't account for much as far the Electoral College goes), and she's originally from my state of Ohio, where her Father was Governor. Still she doesn't have that necessary foreign policy exepreince. Neither does Claire McCaskill, the Senator from Missouri.

John Edwards might be a good choice if he dared to run for Vice President again. Yet he is almost just as young and inexperienced as Barack. McCain would have a field day. It seems the best option I've heard so far is Senator Jim Webb of Virginia. He's a former Republican, turned Democrat from the important swing state of Virginia. He's served in the military and his son has served in Iraq. He might also appeal to those working class whites with which Obama allegedly struggles. I don't know much about his views on social issues but as a former Repblican and a well-known moderate I don't hold out much hope.

Lastly, there's Michael Bloomberg, the Democrat, turned Republican, turned Independent Mayor of New York. Usually being a Mayor doesn't provide one with any foreign policy experience...but this is New York after all. He doesn't have much name recognition though and as a Billionaire he doesn't help soften the idea that Obama is somehow elitist.

I've realized that we're not going to find a Vice President that is going to solve all our problems nor should we expect to. Some of us are going to be unhappy no matter who is picked but I urge everyone to remember what we're fighting for...change. As Barack Obama reminds us, in the end this is not about the candidates, it's about us. This seems to have been the campaign of hurt feelings an I hope that no one pouts and stalks off because they didn't feel the right person was chosen for VP. We must all work together for change. I hope everyone keeps that in mind as we move closer to the General Election.

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My Dream Administration

By Justin Brogden - May 12th, 2008 at 6:09 pm EDT

I recognize it's presumptive to start talking about Barack Obama administration, given he isn't even the nominee yet but speculation has been swirling and it can be fun to think about. Here are the people I'd like to see in Obama's administration.

Vice President:

1. John Edwards

2. Michael Bloomberg

-I admit the trial lawyer and the billionaire won't help much to combat the "elitist" image the media has branded Obama, or help bolster his national security credentials...or help with the experience aspect. Despite the fact that neither Edwards nor Obama has served more than one term in the Senate the idea of these two young and charismatic leaders running side by side excites me a little. I remember the New Hampshire debate where Edwards defended Obama against Hillary and ignited a fire storm of speculation within the media. If you want to candidates who inspire people and can really drive home that "change" theme I think Edwards is the man.

Bloomberg is not well known but he really helps with Barack's post-partisan approach. As Mayor of the largest American city he has some of the executive experience that Barack lack's.

Secretary of State:

Bill Richardson

Richardson seems to be the obvious choice for Secretary of State. He is one of the most experienced Democrats we have and has valuable experience as an ambassador.

Secretary of Defense:

Chuck Hagel

There's been talk of Chuck Hagel taking the VP slot. Given that he is still a socially conservative Republican I think that would be a terrible idea but as one of the few Republicans to come out against the Iraq War and a Vietnam Veteran, I think he would make a great Secretary of Defense.

More to come later...What do you think?

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Rest Assured...

By Justin Brogden - May 6th, 2008 at 11:08 pm EDT

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To Hillary,

Rest assured tonight that your place in history is secure. You served this country as First Lady for eight long years and didn't just stand with your husband in the spotlight, you got some of your own. You are the first Wife of a former President to hold an elected office, you are the junior Senator from the great state of New York. You came closer than any other woman up to this point of obtaining the Presidential nomination. Yes, your place in history is secure...and you should stay there. Barack Obama is the person to lead us into the future. He will be the Democratic Nominee and the next President of the United States of America! Yes We Can!

Thank you.

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