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ARGH!!! My McCain loving Mom!!- UPDATED to post to Republican groups

By Abigail - May 16th, 2008 at 1:00 pm EDT

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Tags: McCain, the economy

I just invited my Mom to sit on the couch with me and watch Obama talk on CNN- because she needs to learn more about him for herself and not listen to the Men in my family. She shook her head no and said she is not going to vote for him. She likes him, but doesn't like his economic plan. My mouth was hanging open. (this isn't anything new mind you, I've know that this is where my Republican family stands- out to protect their wallets!) and I told her she can't just vote on the economy. I told her that by continuing to be at war the economy is going to suffer! Nope, didn't fly. AHHHHHHH wth!?! I was dumbfounded! But we are going to run some errands together today SO I will try to work on her and at least plant some seeds. But its just so sad! Seriously folks, my entire family is thinking this way about the election... its really depressing. I'm thinking of complying a packet for all of them to read! Maybe I will make it into a pdf that you all can download like the signs. this will compile financial endorsements, like the ones yesterday from the republican party, and other issues and the difference between their voting records! Start posting links or email them to me!

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By Obama4US.A May 16th 2008 at 1:05 pm EDT

Your Mom must be very well off.Can't blame her for trying to hold onto her money.But if she isn't well off,the republican party does nothing for her, but does offers her familiarity.
A very sad fact that in this country,many people vote by brand regardless if it is good for you or poisonous to you.

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By Al May 16th 2008 at 1:08 pm EDT

Abigail... I don't see how your mom supporting McCain surprises you. Barack is leading the popular votes because of new and young voters. Most of our parents are afraid of change and they have a reason to. Keep talking to her and give her the reasons why you support Barack and ask her for reasons other than economy. I'm sure you can sort out the differences by November. Good luck.

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By lauretta May 16th 2008 at 4:12 pm EDT

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It was a terrific speech and very clearly details his ideas on the economy. It was given short shrift by the media, but I think your Mom will be impressed. Obama was introduced by Bloomberg, who gave him a very warm welcome (not at all like the dismissive greeting he gave to McCain a week later).

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