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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 15th 2008 at 11:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 15th 2008 at 11:58 pm EST)

Just logged on, wasn't expecting an open thread tonight :)

Speaking of standing tall, I feel compelled to post this:

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By Doris from MD Nov 16th 2008 at 12:05 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:05 am EST)

Hey Lace, congrats. A new thread, thank goodness.

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By S v K Nov 16th 2008 at 12:13 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:13 am EST)

HI Lace ;-)

SvK

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 16th 2008 at 12:17 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:17 am EST)

Where ya been? I was thinking about you yesterday, wondering where you and Joe Ruwe were.

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By S v K Nov 16th 2008 at 12:47 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:47 am EST)

I've been getting back into my life......
So much work to catch up on...was really slipping.....

How about you?

SvK

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 16th 2008 at 2:40 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:40 am EST)

Sorry for the late reply :-/

I haven't been doing a whole lot since the election ended besides read (Sex and Superstition by G.L. Simmons, currently). No job (except on call babysitter :). No school (I finished in October). No campaign.

Good luck with catching up :o)

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By Canadian Supporting President Obama to 2016 Nov 16th 2008 at 2:49 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:49 am EST)

Hi Lace, Formerly Canadian, Wild About OBAMA
Are you not studying Government Affairs anymore?
How is it that you were finished in October?

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 16th 2008 at 3:14 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:14 am EST)

Ah, I don't start college until next fall. I'm a senior in high school for the time being. Next fall is when I'll begin studying government. :)

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By Celtic Nov 16th 2008 at 8:39 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:39 am EST)

VIDEO- Obama's Grandmother Eulogized in Honolulu Link

Craig Picked as White House Counsel Link

Obama News Mosaic Link

Obama On The Cover Of Ebony Link

Local Papers Report More Anti-Obama Incidents From Maine to California Link

VIDEO- Obama's First Weekly Address Link

Please help us keep you informed Link

Overnight Happy Photos Link
VIDEO: Obamas Describe Moment Of Victory Link
Obama talks to Clinton, Richardson, and John McCain Link
Details on Hillary-Barack Meeting: No hard offer Link
Valerie Jarrett is in Link
Why Obama wants a Secretary of State Clinton, among others Link
The Obama Transition: Five Queasy Pieces Link
Obama Makes History.... Again Link
Why Obama Wants Clinton in Cabinet Link
Quote-O'-The-Day: Frank Luntz slams McCain edition Link
VIDEOS- Bill O'Reilly Appears on The Daily Show Link
Obama to Pay Bonuses to Campaign Staff Link
VIDEO- Obama, McCain to meet Link
Obama takes radio address online Link
William Ayers GMA Interview About Obama - 11/14/08 Link
PHOTO- Vice Presidential Upgrade Link
VIDEO- Late Show - Top Ten Highlights of the Cheney/Biden Meeting Link
Happy Photos Link
Summers may be off of Treasury short list Link
The state of Hillary for State Link
Let's play Biden/Cheney Captionary! Link
Vice President Biden needs a new long distance plan Link
Dick Durbin on Obama's resignation from the Senate Link
Happy Sasha Obama Photos Link
Barack and Michelle Obama to be on Sunday's 60 Minutes Link
Sunday = Former Senator Obama Link
Obama and the Bedouins Link
Obama's cabinet: The Chart Link
'Nanobama' makes Obama's likeness microscopic Link
Super Obama World! Link
VIDEO: 60 Minutes talks to President-elect Obama's inner circle Link
Yes We Can- The campaign in pictures Link
Pictures- November 3rd 2008, Manassas, Virginia (Do Not Miss) Link
Happy Obama Pictures Link

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By Celtic Nov 16th 2008 at 11:54 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:54 am EST)

VIDEO- A New Attack Ad Hits Obama Link

Obama's resignation letter Link

Obama chooses more White House positions Link

Obama Pizza Coming to D.C. Link

Michele Norris of NPR on "Change" Link

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By WEBMASTER Nov 16th 2008 at 12:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:59 pm EST)

GOD BLESS GENERATION OBAMANATION

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By Canadian Supporting President Obama to 2016 Nov 16th 2008 at 9:24 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:24 am EST)

Congrats for graduating. It's a long time before
college. I do hope you find a job in the meantime.
These blogs will not be the same without the core group and you are one of them.

Where's Lulu? Thanks for responding.

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By Diana from Seattle, WA Nov 17th 2008 at 4:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 4:37 pm EST)

"The Borgen Project has some good info on the cost of addressing global poverty.
$30 billion: Annual shortfall to end world hunger.
$540 billion: Annual U.S. Defense Budget."

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By IthacaForObama Nov 16th 2008 at 12:14 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:14 am EST)

Congrats Lace.
Anyone knows whats going on in Alaska. The last I heard Mark was up by more than 1000. Any Chnages?

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By Livvy Nov 16th 2008 at 12:18 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:18 am EST)

Congrats Lace

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By S v K Nov 16th 2008 at 12:13 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:13 am EST)

Hey guys.......

Watch this ;-)

Link

Ted Turner is the original founder of CNN......And we all know Lou Dobbs (uggghhhhh)

Watch the full 9 minutes...TRUST ME!
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ps: GO BAMA.......I think we can win this!!! hehehehe

SvK

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 16th 2008 at 12:56 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:56 am EST)

Congrats Lace, I like the stairway. You been kind of quite the last couple of days. What's up?

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By Linda...President Obama/A New Beginning!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:27 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:27 am EST)

Today at work I was discussing the SOS position as it relates to Hillary. I suggested another position would suit Hillary much better than SOS and named a few. He said those jobs do not offer the power that SOS does.

Yes, the key word is POWER...and the fact that he bought into the assumption that the position should be offered to give someone of a certain status the necessary POWER they desire was really depressing.

The SOS comes with a large staff and no doubt, if Hillary recieves it, she will staff it will ppl who are loyal to HER.

My disagreement with the possible pick of Hillary has nothing to do with Hillary personally.

We face challenges in countries (in the Middle East) that are 100 years behind us when it comes to the way they treat women. Some leaders will not shake a womans hand. With all that we know about the countries where we face our greatest challenges, why are we placing yet another women in the post of SOS? Yesterday I spoke of this issue and asked exactly what did Madelyn Albright and Condi Rice accomplish as SOS??? Were the leaders secretely offended by having to deal with a women as SOS? Are we being offensive by sending women to countries in an arrogrant attempt to throw the success we as women have in this country in their face and hope they will change their ways? This is not the job of the SOS.

What is the purpose of choosing a women for this post? Hillary wasn't even able to decode the body language of her husband when he was having an affair right under her nose...will she be capable of understanding the body language of men who are cunning and calculating?

This job needs to be returned to a man who is more capable of accessing when another man is giving him BS.

This job is HUGE and we need to make GREAT PROGRESS in our foreign policy. Chuck Hagel or John Kerry are better suited for this position.

As I stated before, I have absolutely no beef with Hillary. I want to see positions filled by people who have the greastest opportunity to garner results. It is not unrealistic to factor the sex of a candidate when accessing if that person will be handicapped by it.

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By Ray Baisden Nov 16th 2008 at 1:11 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:11 am EST)

PLEASE, not Hillary for State . . PLEASE! I have known her and Pres. Clinton since 1972, and their loyalty is not to Obama or the principles on which this campaign was based.

Sure, we need to unify the party and there will be many contributions she has yet to make, but I see absolutely no reason at this point to just give away the store to the people who tried so hard to drive us into the ground.

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By ★Holly♐HH Honored to Have Helped with This Historic Campaign! ★ Eugene Nov 16th 2008 at 1:35 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:35 am EST)

I think she would make a good SOS. She would bring a lot to the position. And better to have her inside the tent than out.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:49 pm EST)

I disagree Holly. They are better people out there besides Hillary!!

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By Ohio Republican for Barack Obama Nov 16th 2008 at 2:57 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:57 am EST)

I really think that Hillary Clinton would be a poor choice for any job in this administration. Bill and Hillary seem to be loyal only to themselves, and are motivated only by thier own self interests. The only reason she became a New York senator was to have some kind of credibility when she ran for president. I believe that she is still and will always be very bitter about having her dream of becoming president ruined by Barack Obama. She had planned on running in 08 since early in her husbands presidency. Her nomination was suppose to be a sure thing, but it was derailed by Obama, and I don't think she will ever get over it. I don't think Bill will ever forgive the Obama campaign for the way he was treated either.

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By Viva Obama so proud to have voted for HOPE and to have rejected the hype Nov 16th 2008 at 4:38 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:38 am EST)

let's not forget the conflict of interest posed by bill clinton who has had and continues to have shady dealings with foreign officials and citizens. i am not trying to bash bill but these are things we cannot afford to sweep under the carpet for the sake of the nation. granted bill has some impressive humanitarian works also in places like africa but the fact is his/their shading dealings will hurt us more than his good works will help us. besides, not to be so repetitive, hillary is too hot-headed for the job, imo. so therefore hillary clinton is a seriously risky option for sos. this country is in a bad shape we need a better sos (secretary of state) option to assist barack in sos (saving our souls!). seriously, we can handle domestic drama, but spilling it into foreign territories will doom us. but i will accept barack's option because he has more info than i do to make the right call.

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By Theresa in Maine Nov 16th 2008 at 8:47 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:47 am EST)

Afusat:

Hillary Clinton is a remarkably intelligent person and would make an excellent Secretary of State.

I am sick and tired of people like you who pretend to support Obama, but think that you know more then he does.

Obama will choose the best people for each and every important job that needs to be done.

Would you please stop your drama? PLEASE!

TRUST
HOPE
FAITH

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:51 pm EST)

I disagree with Theresa 200%!!

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By Ms. Support Nov 17th 2008 at 11:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 11:15 pm EST)

Amen

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:51 pm EST)

I agree Afusat 200%!!

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:50 pm EST)

I agree Ryan 200%!!

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:47 pm EST)

I agree Ray 100%

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By Soma Nov 16th 2008 at 4:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:24 pm EST)

I would prefer Bill Richardson for the position. He has the actual experience and the nominations for the Nobel Prize. Plus he is bilingual and has the credibility abroad.
HRC should get HHS as she knows a lot about healthcare.
Whatever Obama decides, I will support him.

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By BarakaWolf the GREEN WOLF Nov 16th 2008 at 2:18 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:18 am EST)

Also, please keep in mind that Hillary said she would (her words) "obliterate Iran" with nuclear weaponry, if she became President.

Ahmmm..............

No.

NO!!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:52 pm EST)

That is true Diane!

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By Dorothy from White Salmon, WA Nov 17th 2008 at 5:03 am EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 5:03 am EST)

I think it would serve you well to come clean with what Hillary Clinton really said. When asked "what would you do if Iran shot a missile into Israel?", Hillary Clinton's response was that she would obliterate Iran. You must remember that Hillary has always had a lot of support from the Jewish community and this strong remark was to ensure them of her commitment to keep Israel safe - it served her well, and it also served Barack Obama well when she was campaigning for him. Don't you agree?

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Nov 16th 2008 at 5:22 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:22 am EST)

I can't believe that you think a woman couldn't be SoS!!!! I am of two minds about Hillary taking up the job, but your arguments for having a man in the post are not really well-founded.

The current possible PM for Israel is a woman and believe me, she's one tough cookie and the Muslim heads of State will just have to deal with her and will deal with her just fine. Condoleeza Rice, whatever you thought of her, holds her own with these men.

I find your comments to be very sexist in their tenor. It's this sort of thing many Palin and HRC supporters are responding to and it alienates them further and hardens them against Obama. Sexism is alive and well let's not contribute to it or give people excuses to turn against Obama.

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By Victoria Nov 16th 2008 at 6:32 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 6:32 am EST)

Nanci regarding Livni in Israel. Very exciting and you're right, she's tough, smart and very capable from what I've read of her. She's on track. Very exciting. You're right about Rice too. There are others as well that we could mention but you're wasting your time with those two (Linda and Vero). They are both idiots.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:53 pm EST)

Well Victoria be careful who you call an idiot!

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:24 pm EST)

Oh, Victoria, do I know you?

If you want to discuss my views on the issue that is fine. Clearly reading is not your strong suit, as you would see that I've never asserted that women aren't smart enough or strong enough for a position of power like SOS. All I wondered was whether certain misogynistic cultures had a problem with dealing with strong women. That was it.

I'm honestly shocked by your name calling, I don't think I've ever exchanged words with you on here and I'm very offended that you would refer to me in such a way.

How about we steer clear of each other. I'd appreciate you not referring to me again. I'll be sure to do the same with you.

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By Mick >>"You may say I am dreamer, but I am not the only one!" Nov 17th 2008 at 4:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 4:29 pm EST)

There you go again Victoria.

Coming here to call people idiots?!

A woman who is so concerned about other woman to call them idiot's just because they are capable to do something what you might not be or just might not like (to think with their own brain, not with any other organ, and have their own position on the issue). Instead have and promote position of radical extremistic feminsts.

May God help woman whos rights depends on feminists.

Regarding Cippi Livni I really do not see the point to even mention her in the frame of Obama Nation except to keep feminist extremism in play. Maybe she is good maybe she is not, we do not know now because we do not see any international effort that she accomplished by now, nothing serious. We never saw something like that by Hillary either (except that sniper fire). Maybe she will be good, maybe not. We will see.

By the way; don't worry to much about Hillary. Your lobying here for her is pointless because it's only Barack's call and if he decide to put her there we will support that because of him not because of her, because we trust in his judgement not in her. We know her, so does Barack. However your opinion is welcome just as anybodies else (as long you don't call us idiot's and spread division with hate rethoric).

Once again I will quote Voltaire:

"I disagree with you but I will fight to death for your right to express your opinion"

Just do us all and yourself a favor and reconcider your language before you next time open your mouth. Baking cookies is good creative and inspirational way for any kind of reconcidiration. I love cookie's. Especially Aunt Becky cookie's. They are magnificant, trust me. We all love them here.

I don't like to see any Obama supporter being called "idiot" by anybody and keep in mind; we in Obama Nation are very sensitive about that.

Woman equality is right of every woman to have their own position on anything just like every man does. Woman equality is not obligation to line up behind feminist extremists (professional victims of abuse).

I am urging you to read my book
"Family Testament" because it could have healing effect on you and maybe complete revelation.

Link

It will be available online in about two weeks.

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By Food Fascist Nov 16th 2008 at 11:21 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:21 am EST)

Exactly my point. Have we forgotten the very reasons why we fought so hard to put in Barack over Hillary. Now Iran will have the same reason to gear up against us as was used by Bush to rationalize attacking Iran- because someone with loose lips made an irresponsible loose cannon commnent.

Hillary insulted our intelligence with the Bosnia matter. Will she also be lying or fabricate how she perceives what a strained versus peaceful relationship is.

As for the fact that she is a woman- give me a break- Maggie Thatcher was a woman. Cruella DeVille also had an xy chromosome. Gender calling is not part of a healthy decision.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:54 pm EST)

I hear you Karen!!

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By Theresa in Maine Nov 16th 2008 at 8:42 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:42 am EST)

Linda: STOP THIS NONSENSE!

Hillary Clinton is a remarkably intelligent person and would make an excellent Secretary of State. Bill is loved throughout the world. I hope she accepts the position if indeed it has been offered to her.

I am sick and tired of people like you who pretend to support Obama, but think that you know more then he does.

Obama will choose the best people for each and every important job that needs to be done.

Would you please stop your drama? PLEASE!

TRUST
HOPE
FAITH

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:56 pm EST)

That is your opinion Theresa and your right. My opinion and right is that she would make a bad SOS and they are far more better ones then her!!!

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By redcat Nov 16th 2008 at 1:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:06 pm EST)

1. The idea that Mr. Obama should select or not select a SOS based on gender - is insulting to all candidates.

Secondly, the idea that a man as SOS would be more 'acceptable' to the leaders of certain nations suggests that their biases against women are/should be more important than selecting the best person for the job.

Their biases are their problem and we can not accommodate someone else's reality - at our own expense.

If the best candidate is a woman, so be it. Given enough time, certain individuals will hopefully figure out exactly why she was chosen - and her gender - will be as irrelevant as it was on the day she was hired.

When representatives from other nations visit the United States, we honor and respect their value systems, cultures, and norms.

American representatives who visit other nations - should be afforded - the same level of respect.

2. I have been amazed at the number of women who have been complaining about 'sexism' and the 'treatment of women' throughout the entire campaign process.

What women do - is important. What some people may say/think about women - is not important.

We know not to feed 'trolls'. So why would a woman even bother to respond to a foolish individual with foolish ideas - about women?

"Next question, please" - is the only answer to a 'sexist' comment. Why? Because if a comment is indeed stupid - it doesn't deserve an answer.

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By SFT Nov 16th 2008 at 1:00 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:00 am EST)

"Stairway to Heaven" was exceptional. Thanks so much for linking--

Keep HOPE shining.

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By Food Fascist Nov 16th 2008 at 11:22 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:22 am EST)

Yes Hillary Clinton is a remarkably cunning and sly person who made no bones about lying to her followers on NAFTA. Once again our country would be divided by those who so strongly do not trust the war hawk.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:57 pm EST)

I agree Karen!!

Smile Jesus Loves You and so do I :-)

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By Dorothy from White Salmon, WA Nov 17th 2008 at 5:13 am EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 5:13 am EST)

As a Clinton supporter who then supported Barack Obama, I am just sick to read the posts that his supporters are making ridiculing her. Her embellishment of Bosnia wasn't near the big story that Barack Obama told about his parents meeting in Selma - 4 years after he was born.
Perhaps it would do everyone a bit of good to take a step back and trust that Barack Obama will put the most qualified person in the Sec of State job - and from where I sit, that is Hillary Clinton.
And, you would do well to remember that without Hillary and Bill Clinton, Barack Obama just might not have been the president-elect because their campaigning in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Florida brought those states into his column.
I really didn't think Barack Obama supporters could be as nasty as some I have read herre.

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By Cathy in Seattle Nov 16th 2008 at 4:07 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:07 am EST)

WOW! Brought me to tears. What a powerful video. I remember those days....used to live in the south with segregated high schools, etc.....thank you for sharing....

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Nov 16th 2008 at 7:42 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 7:42 am EST)

S U N D A Y

The War In Afghanistan Is A No-Win Situation
Link

Updates Summers may be out as a Treasury prospect + A penitential Obama cover from the New Yorker.

To receive this daily one-page "magazine" the next morning in your inbox, with all updates, go here Link and subscribe.

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By Pam Nov 19th 2008 at 7:44 am EST (Updated Nov 19th 2008 at 7:44 am EST)

How great to see the Kennedy kids all grown up! Inspirational!
Did Bush really suggest that the oil companies bail out Detroit? They have the funds. It would be in their interest, wouldn't it? Could we make sure that ecological new cars be manufactured?

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By Dinerlee Nov 16th 2008 at 8:52 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:52 am EST)

That video was brilliant. Thanks so much for sharing it.

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By Soma Nov 16th 2008 at 4:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:30 pm EST)

That was a powerful video. Ethel Kennedy and Max Kennedy - couldn't get a more heartfelt endorsement than that.

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By Catherine of Riverdale, IL Nov 16th 2008 at 5:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:37 pm EST)

Lace...
That video really touched my soul. It forced me to remember all that we have lived through/ I realized something.... many of us never really stopped crying. We've just been holding back the tears for years. Just trying to make it through the pain.
Catherine

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By James from Lockport, NY Nov 18th 2008 at 12:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 18th 2008 at 12:24 pm EST)

Just a comment..
Our slavery import business here is the USA at that time was less than 8% of the real slave trade business going on in the rest of the World.
Great Britain had already outlawed it, most of the "trade" went to South America and Bahamas, Burmuda, etc
The USA was the least of the money earned by slave traders in the world.
But how come "we" seem to be "the bad boys" in History!
Can you say propaganda and the "news media"????
(and yes I am registered here at this site!)

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By sheilasnewyork Nov 16th 2008 at 12:11 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:11 am EST)

hey

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By sheilasnewyork Nov 16th 2008 at 12:13 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:13 am EST)

still standing

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By Obama#1 Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 am EST)

What an appropriate title

First time I came back to the blog since the election. Thought it would not still be up. I'm so glad it is. This blog got me through some rough times in the campaign.

I'm up making plans for the innaguration. Is anyone else going?

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:58 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:58 am EST)

I think folks on the blog are planning something.

I'm kind of torn. I live in VA, about an hour and a half south of D.C. I could easily go and sleep in my own bed.

But it's going to be a zoo and I'd probably get a better view from watching it on tv.

I'm torn.

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By ★Hold Firmly Without Wavering,To The Hope That We Confess★- bonnie4Obama of MD Nov 16th 2008 at 1:15 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:15 am EST)

I hear you, Vero. I'm in MD, 15 min from Capitol, and I too am torn. Not sure I would get more pleasure from the crowds in person or tv. Glad I have a bit of time to think on and can still sleep in my own bed!

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By Kim D, I survived the Tx Dem Convention, Nov 16th 2008 at 1:16 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:16 am EST)

Please know that millions would love to be in your shoes, I can only watch if my gov.people in red tx will not help get tickets. We will all be blessed because we worked for our new direction and leader and we got it, via telephone, telefax, via xerox you can copy or standing their, we will all arrive together.

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By ★Hold Firmly Without Wavering,To The Hope That We Confess★- bonnie4Obama of MD Nov 16th 2008 at 1:30 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:30 am EST)

Amen and Amen!

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By Yesican Nov 16th 2008 at 12:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:13 pm EST)

And its going to be COOOOOOOOOOOOLD

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By Suzie McKay Nov 16th 2008 at 7:18 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 7:18 am EST)

I'm going with 3 others. We're traveling across the country in our van, as we need it for my DH who uses an electric wheelchair.

We love to travel that way. Luckily, we have 2 gypsy souls with us so I can't think of a more enjoyable way to get there.

Anyone who's going, o-mail me. We'll meet for drinks or lunch or just general celebrations.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 12:25 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:25 am EST)

i tried to reply to you upthread lace, but your signature is doing that thing again...it takes me to your profile when i click reply....

anyway, tamsin and i were talking about joe just tonight when i called her, missing him. haven't even seen evidence of him since election night...now where IS he???

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By Linda...President Obama/A New Beginning!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:25 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:25 am EST)

Today at work I was discussing the SOS position as it relates to Hillary. I suggested another position would suit Hillary much better than SOS and named a few. He said those jobs do not offer the power that SOS does.

Yes, the key word is POWER...and the fact that he bought into the assumption that the position should be offered to give someone of a certain status the necessary POWER they desire was really depressing.

The SOS comes with a large staff and no doubt, if Hillary recieves it, she will staff it will ppl who are loyal to HER.

My disagreement with the possible pick of Hillary has nothing to do with Hillary personally.

We face challenges in countries (in the Middle East) that are 100 years behind us when it comes to the way they treat women. Some leaders will not shake a womans hand. With all that we know about the countries where we face our greatest challenges, why are we placing yet another women in the post of SOS? Yesterday I spoke of this issue and asked exactly what did Madelyn Albright and Condi Rice accomplish as SOS??? Were the leaders secretely offended by having to deal with a women as SOS? Are we being offensive by sending women to countries in an arrogrant attempt to throw the success we as women have in this country in their face and hope they will change their ways? This is not the job of the SOS.

What is the purpose of choosing a women for this post? Hillary wasn't even able to decode the body language of her husband when he was having an affair right under her nose...will she be capable of understanding the body language of men who are cunning and calculating?

This job needs to be returned to a man who is more capable of accessing when another man is giving him BS.

This job is HUGE and we need to make GREAT PROGRESS in our foreign policy. Chuck Hagel or John Kerry are better suited for this position.

As I stated before, I have absolutely no beef with Hillary. I want to see positions filled by people who have the greastest opportunity to garner results. It is not unrealistic to factor the sex of a candidate when accessing if that person will be handicapped by it.

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By Linda...President Obama/A New Beginning!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 am EST)

Today at work I was discussing the SOS position as it relates to Hillary. I suggested another position would suit Hillary much better than SOS and named a few. He said those jobs do not offer the power that SOS does.

Yes, the key word is POWER...and the fact that he bought into the assumption that the position should be offered to give someone of a certain status the necessary POWER they desire was really depressing.

The SOS comes with a large staff and no doubt, if Hillary recieves it, she will staff it will ppl who are loyal to HER.

My disagreement with the possible pick of Hillary has nothing to do with Hillary personally.

We face challenges in countries (in the Middle East) that are 100 years behind us when it comes to the way they treat women. Some leaders will not shake a womans hand. With all that we know about the countries where we face our greatest challenges, why are we placing yet another women in the post of SOS? Yesterday I spoke of this issue and asked exactly what did Madelyn Albright and Condi Rice accomplish as SOS??? Were the leaders secretely offended by having to deal with a women as SOS? Are we being offensive by sending women to countries in an arrogrant attempt to throw the success we as women have in this country in their face and hope they will change their ways? This is not the job of the SOS.

What is the purpose of choosing a women for this post? Hillary wasn't even able to decode the body language of her husband when he was having an affair right under her nose...will she be capable of understanding the body language of men who are cunning and calculating?

This job needs to be returned to a man who is more capable of accessing when another man is giving him BS.

This job is HUGE and we need to make GREAT PROGRESS in our foreign policy. Chuck Hagel or John Kerry are better suited for this position.

As I stated before, I have absolutely no beef with Hillary. I want to see positions filled by people who have the greastest opportunity to garner results. It is not unrealistic to factor the sex of a candidate when accessing if that person will be handicapped by it.

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By S v K Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 am EST)

mary....

Howdy ;-)

PS: Obama's should name their puppy: "Maverick" ;-)

SvK

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 12:41 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:41 am EST)

lol

hello steve. how are things with you? .

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By S v K Nov 16th 2008 at 12:49 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:49 am EST)

workin' 9 to 7 ;-)

SvK

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By Linda...President Obama/A New Beginning!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:28 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:28 am EST)

Today at work I was discussing the SOS position as it relates to Hillary. I suggested another position would suit Hillary much better than SOS and named a few. He said those jobs do not offer the power that SOS does.

Yes, the key word is POWER...and the fact that he bought into the assumption that the position should be offered to give someone of a certain status the necessary POWER they desire was really depressing.

The SOS comes with a large staff and no doubt, if Hillary recieves it, she will staff it will ppl who are loyal to HER.

My disagreement with the possible pick of Hillary has nothing to do with Hillary personally.

We face challenges in countries (in the Middle East) that are 100 years behind us when it comes to the way they treat women. Some leaders will not shake a womans hand. With all that we know about the countries where we face our greatest challenges, why are we placing yet another women in the post of SOS? Yesterday I spoke of this issue and asked exactly what did Madelyn Albright and Condi Rice accomplish as SOS??? Were the leaders secretely offended by having to deal with a women as SOS? Are we being offensive by sending women to countries in an arrogrant attempt to throw the success we as women have in this country in their face and hope they will change their ways? This is not the job of the SOS.

What is the purpose of choosing a women for this post? Hillary wasn't even able to decode the body language of her husband when he was having an affair right under her nose...will she be capable of understanding the body language of men who are cunning and calculating?

This job needs to be returned to a man who is more capable of accessing when another man is giving him BS.

This job is HUGE and we need to make GREAT PROGRESS in our foreign policy. Chuck Hagel or John Kerry are better suited for this position.

As I stated before, I have absolutely no beef with Hillary. I want to see positions filled by people who have the greastest opportunity to garner results. It is not unrealistic to factor the sex of a candidate when accessing if that person will be handicapped by it.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:54 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:54 am EST)

As politically incorrect as it is, I see your point. And I'm a well educated woman, going toe-to-toe with men on a daily basis at work. I believe we can do everything a man can do - sometimes better.

But I do think that the cultures we are dealing with view women much differently and I do wonder if having a woman deal with these countries is an avoidable barrier for brokering peace.

Who knows.

Man, this Hillary rumor sure is shaking stuff up, and not in a good way.

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By ★Holly♐HH Honored to Have Helped with This Historic Campaign! ★ Eugene Nov 16th 2008 at 1:37 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:37 am EST)

Let us recall that PAKISTAN had a woman for President... and I would also be happy to support a woman for president of the UNITED STATES.... I just didn't want Hillary when I could have Barack instead. Angela Merkl is a very effective leader.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 2:02 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:02 am EST)

I knew my comment would be misconstrued. I have no problem with a woman president of the U.S. either. And I know about past and present female leaders in other countries.

I am just wondering whether or not gender is an issue when we're trying to deal, diplomatically, with countries that aren't as equal and open as ours.

That's all I'm saying.

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By Victoria Nov 16th 2008 at 4:48 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:48 am EST)

In Afghanistan, earlier this week, young girls on their way to school were attacked, battery acid thrown on them, blinding and disfiguring these young women. The next day, none of the girls (over 1,000 in the area) would go to school. They are staying home out of fear so the mission is accomplished by the thugs.

And you think the answer for America in dealing with these kinds of people is to remove our women from positions of leadership and power and keep them home too? You think the answer is to make those kinds of people more comfortable in dealing with us diplomatically by making sure they don't have to "deal with" an American woman as SOS?

I just want to make sure I'm hearing you correctly.

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Nov 16th 2008 at 5:26 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:26 am EST)

Seriously! I could not believe this remark and I just commented on one of the postings of it above (hasn't posted yet.)

This kind of thinking is sexist and only fuels the flames of anti-Obama sentiment. And is totally unhelpful for women in leadership.

Victoria, I don't always agree with your posts, but I'm 100% in accord with ya on this one.

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By Victoria Nov 16th 2008 at 5:47 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:47 am EST)

The saddest is the sexist opinions came (apparently) from a women. Vero and Linda I believe.

Their ignorance and thoughtlessness is astounding.

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Nov 16th 2008 at 6:13 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 6:13 am EST)

It is so frustrating that it is women making these comments, I agree. I have to say I was shocked that there are proponents of this kind of thinking still out there. I would recommend people get more informed about international relations and realize that gender is not an issue at the top echelons of leadership and actually it is a good thing to have women in positions such as SOS.

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By Victoria Nov 16th 2008 at 6:51 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 6:51 am EST)

btw: here's something for you to read if you are so inclined. HillBuzz. I know you said you are of "two minds" regarding her potential appointment. Still, you might find this interesting if you haven't already seen it.

Link

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:41 pm EST)

My comments were to DISCUSS gender issues on the international level. I do not PROMOTE gender discrimination.

I try to avoid discussions like this because inevitably people become emotional. I do not appreciate being called ignorant, an idiot, or sexist because I expressed an idea based on my suspicions of these less than progressive countries we have to deal with.

Once again, I do not believe women are incapable of fulfilling these roles. My question lied with the countries that do not treat women equally, and how they view dealing with women. I believe Obama should appoint whomever he wants, male or female. I only sought to consider the barriers that being a female may create with these misogynistic cultures.

I am very offended that people who do not know me, who I don't converse with on this blog would make generalizations about me like you have, based on this one issue. To label me with the words you 2 used is upsetting. You have no idea what barriers I have overcome, what I've done in my life, and how I got here. If you did, I'm quite sure you'd realize that my motives were anything but sexist, ignorant, or idiotic.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:29 pm EST)

I posted earlier that I wouldn't respond to you after you referred to me as an "idiot."

But to answer your question, NO. I never said we shouldn't appoint a woman. All I desired to do was discuss gender as an issue when dealing with these less than progressive countries. THAT'S ALL.

Jeez.

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Nov 16th 2008 at 5:31 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:31 am EST)

Vero, I just don't agree with you or Linda on this one.

Make any other argument you want against HRC taking the post. But a woman will be just fine in this job and there are numbers of qualified female and male applicants.

The future PM of Israel is likely to be Tipi Livni (blanking on how to spell her name at the moment) and Israel has had a female PM. There have been female leaders in these countries and they will just have to deal with women. Kowtowing to their gender ideology is a total pander.

We need to be a beacon of equality. Obama's election was a beacon to teh world about equality based on race and I would really be disappointed if he pandered to sexism.

Gender is not an issue in these appointments and most world leaders are grown up enough to deal with it even if it's not their first choice.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:48 pm EST)

Nanci, thank you for discussing this without name calling, as others on this blog have decided to do.

I agree that we should not pander to these countries. And I'm sure we all realize that these countries do not view women equally so that is a barrier that any female woman of power must face. We should, and I'm sure will continue, to show these countries that all people should be treated equally.

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By Mick >>"You may say I am dreamer, but I am not the only one!" Nov 17th 2008 at 5:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 5:21 pm EST)

Nanci I really don't see anything sexist in Vero, Linda, Karen, Debbie's and many other posts. Nobody ever said here anything like that. You and Victoria are trying to make case that simply doesn't exist. Let me just remind you; sexism is two way street. You two believe that Hillary is best choice which is just completely unacceptable for most of others here for very simple reason: She is not. There is a lot of other people who fit far better in that position then she doe's everybody knows that. Could she be an option? Maybe. But she is definatelly not the best choice. This statements have nothing to do with sexism but your reaction on all this people opinions and blind bullying in support of her does.

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By Victoria Nov 16th 2008 at 5:32 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:32 am EST)

wow. So I guess you think we'd be better able to broker a real and lasting peace with these "other cultures" (and we both know you mean the ME) if they only didn't have to deal with women. Maybe you're right. A lot of people from "those cultures" have a problem with women.

Come to think of it, I think people from "those cultures" also have a problem with Jews. Better not appoint any of them either.

Actually, I think people from "those cultures" have a problem with white Americans generally. Also Christians. Better add these "avoidable barriers" to the list too.

So what will we really have at the end of day when we find someone for SOS who doesn't make folks from these "other cultures" uncomfortable or angry? What kind of real and lasting peace agreement will we have brokered? Hmmm...

I know. Something for you to wipe your silly ass with.

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By Victoria Nov 16th 2008 at 5:50 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:50 am EST)

Better add Hindus and Buddhists to the list too, Vero. Oh, and don't forget gays. My goodness, don't forget the gays! All of these will surely be a part of the list of "avoidable barriers."

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 8:25 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:25 am EST)

yes....don't we have a couple of ME folks around that may be interested in SOS? of course...they've have to deal with the prejudice in this country then....after all, they are already talking about rham emanuel being a militant jew and a few other far more disrespectful things....

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By Rick Beaule' Nov 16th 2008 at 9:21 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:21 am EST)

Mornin' all! It's been awhile. I, too, have been catching up on life.

I see a little firestorm has been created this morning by gender-based comments. When I looked at Linda's commentary, I took from it more of an issue about Hillary because of the mistakes that she had made in the past than it was about women in general.

That being said, here's my two cents:

There have been plenty of women who have filled important and even the chief executive positions of government in the past several decades. If you look at humanity in general, you see that people fear the unknown People fear change because it is an unknown.

This is why you are hearing the racially-based comments about Obama. This is why you hear the comments about Emmanuel being a "militant Jew". They fear the unknown. Sure, they know we need the change, but they are deathly afraid that it may work out badly.

A case-in-point:

Yesterday I held a fundraiser where people could get their picture taken with Santa. One small child, when asked if she wanted to get her picture taken with him, excitedly said, "Yes!" But when told to come over to where he was, immediately screamed, "NO!" (She had earlier asked if Santa was going to "eat her".)

She wanted to see him, but was afraid to go over to him because she didn't know him. The ironic thing was that once she finally had tremulously stodd in front of him for a picture, all of her fear had vanished and she talked to him non-stop for a good five minutes straight!

So folks, don't sweat the name-calling and the rumors. After all, if we had paid attention during the campaign, we would never have gotten to this point at all!

Rick
Mustard seeds for everyone!!!

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 10:04 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:04 am EST)

Rick, i think you are wise beyond words, so i went back and re-read Linda's comments based on my trust in your perspective....here is a copy/paste;

This job needs to be returned to a man who is more capable of accessing when another man is giving him BS.

i think it is possible for anyone to be racist, sexist, or bigoted toward their own 'protected class' or category or whatever....and often it's just part of aculturation, i'm afraid...

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 2:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:00 pm EST)

When did I say DON'T APPOINT A WOMAN? I never said that. My only point was to discuss whether being a woman was a barrier.

Many people have respectfully made their point (can't say that would include you) regarding how women in leadership roles in those countries are typically accepted in ways that those countries do not accept their own women. I see that point and now that gives me another perspective to consider.

I have no problem disagreeing with people, but I do not appreciate being disrespected, especially when I didn't disrespect you.

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By Linda...President Obama/A New Beginning!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:29 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:29 am EST)

I hope the correct choice is made as SOS..

The correct choice would be Chuck Hagel or John Kerry...

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By Linda...President Obama/A New Beginning!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:31 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:31 am EST)

Sorry for the multi post but I couldn't get anything to post then all of a sudden a host of dupes....

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By Viva Obama so proud to have voted for HOPE and to have rejected the hype Nov 16th 2008 at 4:40 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:40 am EST)

spot on! my choices exactly.

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 16th 2008 at 12:32 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:32 am EST)

Count me in among the inquiring minds. I miss Joe and want him back on the blogs. I don't even care if he's begging for donations!

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By Lee Church Nov 16th 2008 at 12:46 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:46 am EST)

Yes, the times when joe was begging for donations were definately big time funny. The Joe and Kevin 'feud' helped blow off some of the tension and can't be understated in how much it helped so many people (aside from the donation part of course).

Makes me think fondly of the 'old' days, filled with 'attack of the day', trolls and all that fun stuff. It sure was one heck of a battle, and to quote someone who didn't win "and I have the scars to prove it".

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By Recovering Whine-O Nov 16th 2008 at 7:05 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 7:05 am EST)

Count me in too, fellows!! I miss Joe Ruwe something awful, he always made my day with some new quip to get folks to donate to the JRFT!!!
Hey Mon, him bring de reggae, too!!
(((((((((((((((((((JRFT))))))) )))))))))))))

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 16th 2008 at 2:36 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:36 am EST)

~just changed that. Hopefully that fixes it :-/

[just got back from the hospital, sorry for the wait. Sister has an ear infection :( and now she wants to watch nemo on the laptop, so I'll be off for a bit. But you're probably snoozing by now anyway :o)]

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 8:28 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:28 am EST)

lol yes i was.....back @ work @ 0700 means getting up @ 0500....

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:31 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:31 am EST)

...this is worse than any of us can imagine. This is why Bush is overly gracious to Obama. He and Obama now share the same level of inside information regarding this problem. So Bush feels for him.

Now I see why PE Obama looks so serious. I don't even know how much of this is under his control to fix.

This is an interesting article about Wall Street.

Link

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By Loretta Nov 16th 2008 at 8:51 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:51 am EST)

all of this happening on GWB's watch and he is doing next to nothing to improve our economy.

I guess he has decided to pass this and all the other mess that was created during his 8 years on to the next administration.

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By Rick Beaule' Nov 16th 2008 at 9:33 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:33 am EST)

It is a vastly underreported fact that Presidents truly have little control over the economy. What they DO have the power to do is help to shape public perception and attitude. Obama, his advisors, and the Congress, with oversight from the American judicial system, can, through good legislation signed into law and good policies, allow the American people to feel confident that the problems are being addressed.

This is what FDR did during the Great Depression. And I believe that this was the ultimate reason that Obama was elected with the mandate that he was. He has the ability to set the stage for the economic recovery. His very being projects poise, equanimity, and ability.

Will it take time? Yes. After all, we have numerous laws to pass that will require careful study to make sure we are not adversely affecting ourselves as a nation. We also have an entire nation mired in bad energy and economic habits that we need to retrain. But we need to do it, and we will.

So, let's get started!

Rick
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By Food Fascist Nov 16th 2008 at 12:33 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:33 am EST)

So this is all inspiring but how is change going to come about by putting a devisive hawk like Hillary into the Chief of Staff position. I understand she will most likely scare the terrorists into respect and maybe beat the crap out of them; she may play into a good cop bad cop routine with Obama, this could be good- but will it make the world the happy place we want it to be- well I am willing to entertain the keep your enemies closest to you, Johnson was said to have been part of the meeting at the Clint-Murchison meeting. See here: Link

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By IA for Obama ☮ Nov 16th 2008 at 12:54 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:54 am EST)

Chief of Staff? He's already got that: Rahm Emmanuel. I gather you mean Secretary of State. And even still, that's mainly a media-induced drama at this point. You'd think folks would be tired of all that by now.

It's almost entertaining watching everyone get spun by this HRC as SoS speculation.

Almost, but not quite.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:00 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:00 am EST)

I just thought the same thing - this Hillary speculation is really shaking things up, huh?

I will admit, it got me at first, but I've since adopted the wait and see approach. Once I know for sure I'll be able to wrap my head around his decision, either way. Right now, it's just so up in the air...I can't make heads or tails of it.

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By Food Fascist Nov 16th 2008 at 11:27 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:27 am EST)

Thank you for the perspective that this is media induced trauma. Hopefully that is all it is. We worked so hard for an anti-war candidate. Everyone is forgetting that this move was historic itself apart from any gender, age or color issues.

Bill Richardson gets my vote, someone who can lull things over and chill people out.

I feign a heartattack worrying if Hillary will tell us stories that she was under sniper attack when she landed and therefore recommends more war in line with all the campain money she rendered from the military complex.

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By Mick >>"You may say I am dreamer, but I am not the only one!" Nov 17th 2008 at 5:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 5:53 pm EST)

Way to go Karen, Bill Richardson would be definatelly broadly accepted, I can also easily agree with Linda's options (Kerry or Hagel), I personally belieave that Maddy Albright should be deeply concidered too (very deeply by the way), and of course do not forget Richard Holbrooke who already maintained position simillar to that one (or exactly that one if I am not mistaken).
All of them far more stronger then HRC. All of them have far more experience and broad knowledge of international issues, and all of them were very sucessfull.

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By Andréa- (You've called him everything else- now call him Mr. President!) Nov 16th 2008 at 1:03 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:03 am EST)

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!

My goodness, some folks have crapped their pants over media hype. Pure media hype. Anonymous sources! Andrea Mitchell (oh please spare me her "scoop"), speculation over absolutley nothing!

Once Gov. Richardson is named Sec. of State, I hope folks become more savvy to MSM BS.

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By ★Hold Firmly Without Wavering,To The Hope That We Confess★- bonnie4Obama of MD Nov 16th 2008 at 1:18 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:18 am EST)

DITTO!!!

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By ★Hold Firmly Without Wavering,To The Hope That We Confess★- bonnie4Obama of MD Nov 16th 2008 at 1:25 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:25 am EST)

Gee, now how did my "DITTO" end up here, was placed after Vero's post. LOL it's definitely time to hit the sack! Goodnight Family!!

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By Rick Beaule' Nov 16th 2008 at 9:45 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:45 am EST)

Karen, the change IS putting those who are or can be divisive into positions that give them a voice in the government. We as a people thrive when all voices are heard. We have just lived through eight years of Yes Man politics. Do you really want to continue it?!?

Rick
Mustard seeds for everyone!!!

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By Food Fascist Nov 16th 2008 at 11:13 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:13 am EST)

I appreciate what you are saying Rick. I was born and raised during the Vince Lombardi days when the Green Bay Packers were winning all their championship games. And Mr Lombardi's son now gives talks on how you want a diverse group of people to be working with you. So I am right with you on this point.

Where I have a problem is that irresponsible comment Clinton made about obliterating Iran which I see is so aligned with her character.

Even if you reject this notion that Hillary is prone to a turrets sniper syndrome, this is the perception many Americans have with her and precisely why I devoted so many hours to campaign for Mr Obama.

We voted for Obama over Hillary precisely because of her stance on the war and the military complex. [have you seen the documentary- Why we Fight?]

Hillary's campaign as I understand it was backed by much military money. We gave Barack our money so that he would not have to take the military industrial complex's wish list.

Placing Hillary into the position of Secretary of State would indeed over throw the very reason why we elected Barack over Hillary.

Bill Richardson, is more in line with those that support Obama's agenda of getting out of the business of war.

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By Mick >>"You may say I am dreamer, but I am not the only one!" Nov 17th 2008 at 5:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 5:57 pm EST)

Amen Karen

Oh by the way are you in Wisconsin?

Just curious because Mick is just south of Green Bay :)

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By Mick >>"You may say I am dreamer, but I am not the only one!" Nov 17th 2008 at 6:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 6:04 pm EST)

Oh Northern CA
I see now in the profile
never mind :)

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By Stan Z- Christian-President Obama Knows His Stuff Nov 16th 2008 at 12:38 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:38 am EST)

It was so rewarding to make calls for this campaign. I made around well over 5000(they didn't all register).

I felt bad for some of the supporters here who felt nervous leading up to election day. The feedback I was getting from people I s/w was telling me we were in for a big day Nov 4th. There probably were some machinations at the polling places, but the numbers for Barack were too strong for it to make a difference.

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By SFT Nov 16th 2008 at 12:46 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:46 am EST)

I made so many calls too--not as many as you, just over 3500. However, I made many calls through our local organizer off of Excel sheets and with GOTV directly off of call sheets. I wished they had all counted too. It was so touch and exhilirating at the same time. Thanks for sharing your experience.

Keep HOPE shining.

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By SFT Nov 16th 2008 at 1:06 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:06 am EST)

sorry--touch=tough

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By Suzie McKay Nov 16th 2008 at 12:55 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:55 am EST)

"There probably were some machinations at the polling places, but the numbers for Barack were too strong for it to make a difference."

And that's precisely why we were encouraged to vote early and stay in line on Election Day.

Sheer numbers and the pollwatcher and voter protection operations of the campaign assured of us the fairest election possible.

When they know you are watching, they're not gonna screw it up!

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By Andréa- (You've called him everything else- now call him Mr. President!) Nov 16th 2008 at 12:57 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:57 am EST)

Love the sign on name Stan!

I did not make anywhere near the # of calls you and others made. But the ones I did do (primarily to Indiana) will stay with me forever. The people that I talked to Black, White, Spanish they were all so very supportive. This kind of thing does not happen everyday.

I will continue to pray for PE Obama. He will need our support and help during his administration.

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By SFT Nov 16th 2008 at 12:42 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:42 am EST)

It all began in 1957 when I was 18 and marched for Civil Rights for the first time and joined a small campaign at the University of Illinois to ensure that all students were treated equally by local businesses. I learned quite a bit about justice and organizing. I voted for John Kennedy in 1960 against my family's tradition. Following the Civil Rights movement Martin Luther King and John Lewis became my heroes. Years later I read in a magazine and saw the picture of a handsome young man, Barack Obama, who was now President of the Harvard Law Review. I was deeply touched that the "movement" had made a difference. In 1986 I began organizing local community collaboratives for a large PreKindergarten project I had started in suburban Illinois. Living in a community outside of Chicago I heard a great deal about Project Vote--terrific I thought. Then State Senator Obama became a strong advocate for children's health, childcare, and early childhood education. I learned his name for a new reason--not remembering he was that Harvard Law Review President or the Project Vote organizer. Then State Senator Obama was running for U.S. Senate--did I want to support him? Of course, I'll donate. How about a yard sign--sure. He gave the 2004 Democratic Convention speech and I wept as so many did. He was elected--Yeah! Then off to Tom Harkin's Annual Steak Fry in 2006 where Senator Obama was the Main Speaker. There were 4,000 people and Press everywhere--I could only weep. I bought a button--Barack Obama for President: Coming Soon! I wore it every day for six months until January when he announced his Campaign for the Presidency.I knew he would win--people kept asking was I sure--I was. I, SFT, immediately joined MyBO, donated, and began calling folks to attend rallies, register to vote, and volunteer. On Christmas Day 2007 I helped cook Christmas dinner for Obama campaign staff in Des Moines, IA at my son's house. They were 100 of the smartest and most thoughtful people I had ever met. New Year's Eve the Obama family celebrated at my son's home in Des Moines. The pictures of our son, his partner, and our daughter and the future President-Elect are treasurers on my screensaver. During the IA Caucus my son called and described the scene--he had never seen such a Caucus. Senator Barack Obama WON--I was always sure he would.

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By SFT Nov 16th 2008 at 12:47 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:47 am EST)

In May we came to the north shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota where we live till mid-November in the cool north woods. My husband and I happily joined the Cook County for Barack Obama group on MyBO. We were thrilled to join organizing events, sign making, post card writing, phone banking, voter registration, canvassing, debate watching, and so many other activities. We donated and donated. We put up yard signs, lost yard signs, put big home made signs in trees, and I kept calling. I am so proud of making more than 3500 calls. It was wonderful when our Cook County for Obama group learned that 91% of the registered voters in Cook County, MN voted and 61% voted for our President-Elect Barack Obama. As I look back over 50 years, I am incredibly touched that the strands of CHANGE hoped for so long ago are truly here in this day. This campaign and its result have forged the best of times in this toughest of time. Keep HOPE shining.

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By IA for Obama ☮ Nov 16th 2008 at 1:08 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:08 am EST)

Outstanding work, Sandra! I've always loved your shining HOPE on this blog!

I don't know how many calls I made. Way too many to count, but even still I don't know that it would be 3500 or 5000 (then again, over the past year, it could also be twice that or more--who knows!). But like you I was thrilled to learn that my precinct had about a 95% voter turn out, which is amazing, and here too Barack won 63% to 36%. In 2004, Kerry won our precinct by just four votes; in 2008, Barack won by well over 300. In the other precincts I worked, Barack more than doubled the votes Kerry received, and his votes greatly surpassed the total number of votes cast in 2004, for all presidential candidates. Needless to say, he won those precincts by about 75% to 25%. That's change we can believe in.

I wonder if your son is in any of the precincts I worked (67, 69, 74).

It has been a truly amazing thing witnessing this country wake up to the power of our own possibility, and I feel so fortunate to have had a front-row seat to it!

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By SFT Nov 16th 2008 at 1:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:59 pm EST)

He lives in house with the Turret kitty corner from the Hoyt Sherman Mansion in Sherman Hills. He been a community activist restoring and saving houses for nearly 20 years now. Sorry, don't know the precinct. Thanks for all of your work--it is os nice to sit back a bit and reflect. He is going to need so much of our support and on the ground work to bring this country back. We have more work to do.

Keep HOPE shining.

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By Suzie McKay Nov 16th 2008 at 1:10 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:10 am EST)

Great story.

So much of what we do cannot be quantified by the points system. How do you get points for talking to the lady at Sam's Club who is worried her Social Security won't be enough for her retirement? Or paying out of your own pocket to print out the tax comparison tables so the NEXT time you encounter someone with tax questions, you can pull the info out of the back of your DH's wheelchair? What about talking to the pharmacist who was for McCain until Palin was chosen to be on the ticket because he knew he was more qualified than she was for the post (and bringing him a button the next day)? How many of us have dropped off dinners at local HQs or made loaf after loaf of banana bread because our field organizers said it tasted like what his grandmother made (yes, Cameron, I mean you!). When your canvassers are dead on their feet but come back to a hot lunch; when no one else will sit in 105 degree heat to register voters; when the campaign needs lunch for 100 in an hour - who did these things?

WE DID!

And we'll keep on doing them.

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By SFT Nov 16th 2008 at 2:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:03 pm EST)

Lovely--and oh so amazing. Isn't astonishing what a "small committed group" can do with so many other "small committed groups"? Thanks so much for sharing.

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By meta Nov 16th 2008 at 8:52 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:52 am EST)

SFT, it's so wonderful to read your story. Thank you for always being here. I remember your posts from so long ago. It was such a pleasure to hear from you. I am so privileged to sit back, take a deep breath and treasure all these memories. Thrilling, humbling, inspiring.

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By SFT Nov 16th 2008 at 2:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:09 pm EST)

Thank you and thanks to everyone like you who has always shown up! It has been remarkable.

Keep HOPE shining.

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By Suzie McKay Nov 16th 2008 at 12:48 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:48 am EST)

I want to post a leter I've written but it's longer than the 400 words allowed. I noted other posters have simply continued their posts. How do I do this, please?

Thanks!

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By Suzie McKay Nov 16th 2008 at 12:57 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:57 am EST)

OH I get it. Just reply to my own post, right?

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:01 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:01 am EST)

You can do that. I also think you can create a personal blog then paste a copy of the link for us to click. I haven't done my own blog, so don't ask me how to. :-)

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By SFT Nov 16th 2008 at 1:03 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:03 am EST)

Yep--except you have to wait until your first post appears then reply. You probably knew that.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 16th 2008 at 12:53 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:53 am EST)

While I would rather not see an administration with HRC and many of her associates, It's inevitable.

Please remember that while Barack will offer change, he is still a politician (and certainly one of the best).
For months, many of the Hillary supporters refused to come on board. Yes the convention did bring us "regular folks" together regardles of who we supported but behind the scenes her staunch supporters and well connected democrats still weren't on board. There's more to the outcome that most might think.
I'd bet my last name that Barack made a "deal" (for lack of a better term) not long after he won the nomination that Hillary would get what she wanted within reason. Hell most of the pundits said this would happen. Remember David Gergen saying so many times that Barack needed to reach out to Hillary/Bill and thier supporters. This is in part what he meant.
While I may not agree with it, this is how politics actually works. And this is also one of the reason there was "unity" at the convention. Arrangements were made in advance.
This is not as far-fetched as some might think; heck I've seen this myself many times over.

Like I said last night, I am not a HRC fan but I supported Bill Clinton in good times and bad. I don't hate the Clintons. I just personally believe that 20 years of the same two families (Bush's and Clintons')is more than enough.

Last but what's most important is if Barack feels that he wants/needs her, then we have to respect his decision.
For my family members like Debbie,Tammy,Sans,and others, IT WILL BE ALRIGHT.
Obama/Biden 2008/2012
Repost from the last thread.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:10 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:10 am EST)

I agree. Barack is a politician, as well as a public servant. I believe that meeting in Harlem with Bill also had some wheeling and dealing.

In the end, Barack beat Hillary, but she decided, cleverly, not to go quietly into the night. They are "fighters," remember? I believe she felt that if she couldn't win, she wasn't going to just recede into the Senate. There's nothing for her there - she too is just a junior Senator. So to survive, she had to find a way to latch herself onto the O-train. Her precious 18 million cracks was her leverage - and she knew it. That's why we heard about it over and over.

What to do with Hillary is a very complex decision for Obama, but one that he must address. I noticed that she had been eerily silent since election day.

This is politics right now, and it ain't pretty.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 16th 2008 at 1:23 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:23 am EST)

We are truly on the same page. While some on this blog have an idealistic view to our candidate and this entire campign season, It's still politics...

I'm sure deals were made. She certainly doesn't "just" want to return to be a junior senator.

P.S. I hope this doesn't backfire on Barack.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:36 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:36 am EST)

I hope it doesn't backfire either. I believe many who are so upset over this possibility are upset because they understand that if she is chosen, and if she accepts - this was not Obama's first choice. But I'm starting to believe that this is the best way for him to appease her and her supporters, and maintain some control over her, so that she cannot undermine him in a way that she just might do if she's not working in his administration.

On a side note - I remember thinking that if Obama were to lose, I didn't want him to be VP, I didn't want him to do anything accept go back to the Senate and do his thing. For me, Obama had to be President, or nothing at all. I had no desire to see him have a high position, just because.

Unfortunately, I believe many want Hillary in a high position just because. Her running for the Presidency was a plan that Hillary and her crew came up with early...probably when Bill was still President, and it seems to be very difficult for them to let go of the dream. I have no idea what is behind the compulsion.

Anyway, let's just see how it plays out. This is one of many "bad or worse" choices Obama must make. We need to get used to it.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 16th 2008 at 1:45 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:45 am EST)

I'm cool but if she's offered the Sec. of State spot and accepts, I beleive his paid his debt (so to speak).

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 2:13 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:13 am EST)

Oh yes he has!

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By Viva Obama so proud to have voted for HOPE and to have rejected the hype Nov 16th 2008 at 4:52 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:52 am EST)

and who else will be paying too? i don't like the stench coming from this. barack does not owe her and if he does he isn't going to sacrifice the millions that voted for him. i'll wait and see but something tells me we will get similar results as when the veep speculations about her were spreading in july.

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By TCP (Tim Prudhel) Nov 16th 2008 at 1:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:32 pm EST)

What debt???

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By Beautiful Shades Of Fuchia Nov 16th 2008 at 1:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:44 pm EST)

The fact that HRC helped Obama campaign. She has got a lot of pull/power. That is what politics looks like. I was hoping Obama could RISE ABOVE IT.

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By Jimmy from MA Nov 16th 2008 at 1:15 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:15 am EST)

Great post, i supported Bill Clinton too, those years in the 90's were practically heaven compared to these last 8 with Bush.

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By Jasmine, NC Congratulations President elect Obama, Nov 16th 2008 at 1:45 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:45 am EST)

I was telling my husband the same thing about politics, and sometimes you have have to play the game to make the change. That being said, we are lucky that we're given the chance to speak freely here, and I do think that some of what we say is passed on...may be wishful thinking, but now and then words have surfaced that reflected a responce to our joint concerns. and yes, I trust that Obama will do what he must do and he has all the facts and he'll make the smartest choice. I just really don't want to see Clinton in that role, even if it she did bring along some of Bills connections. My reasons are stated below.

I also can't see her as an attorney general, she's not ethical enough....honestly health care has been the one thing that I think she has been sincere about and not self serving, maybe that.

But why on earth do we owe her anything? That's the part of politics that I hate and the part that I think had kept many of us out of it for so long.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 16th 2008 at 1:55 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:55 am EST)

I know, that's why alot of supporters here are so up in arms. Many feel he doesn't owe her anything. Truth is he doesn't. But he would have had a very, very difficult time winning the election without Hillary's supporters and everyone knew that. He knew that! I agree, she should be Healthcare Czar.
No matter, if he offers the position and she accepts, HE'S PAID HIS DEBT TO HER...PERIOD.

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By JuanE. Nov 16th 2008 at 3:57 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:57 am EST)

No, No, No. She does not need to be a health czar of any type. I don't know how old you are but apparently, you do not understand what Hillary did in 1993 with her health reform dictatorship. She refused to compromise with any differing factions and caused the Democrats to lose the control of congress after having it for 40 years--which is why we are suffering now. Her definition of Universal Health is that we are all required to buy health insurance from the companies that have made her the highest recipient of lobbying money of any politicians or have our wages garnished. This is not universal health care; this is more money for the insurance companies that she is indebted to.

She is not qualified for any position in the administration. If she really cared for people, she would have sometime over the last 8 year written a bill to address our awful health care system. She has not and has not even addressed why she hasn't done anything in the senate to help anyone but the Clintons. Research her record and you will see nothing but failure or positions given to her because of who she knows.

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By Viva Obama so proud to have voted for HOPE and to have rejected the hype Nov 16th 2008 at 5:06 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:06 am EST)

spot on to everything you wrote, absolutely no exceptions.

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By Kathy Nov 16th 2008 at 2:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:37 pm EST)

Let's review what the Clintons accomplished with healthcare in the '90's -
* SCHIP - Children's health insurance plan for families that do not qualify for Medicaid. Bill funded with 70B before leaving office. Came up for a vote under Bush & was supported on both sides of the aisle. Bush initially vetoed, but eventually funded with 5B. This is the prototype for Obama's universal coverage for children. Even with SCHIP, 10 million children remain uninsured.

* Small Business Health Insurance Reform - guaranteed issued health insurance for companies with less than 50 employees. Previously they were denied coverage. Even though it was a great victory, SB is still medically underwritten in most states. Premiums can raise as much as 600% in PA for example.

* HIPAA - protecting both privacy & portability. Allowing people who lost their group benefits to get individual health insurance regardless of pre-existing conditions. Began the movement towards unified administration across insurance companies and states. Biggest reform in health care since Medicare.

* Medicare + Choice - continued funding for Medicare and allowed Managed Care companies to compete. Introduced Risk Adjusters to adjust Federal reimbursement based on higher utilization of sicker people vs. Federal rates being paid simply on zip codes and counties. Came to fruition under Bush. Could be a model for universal health care.

* PACE - Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly. Modelled on Ted Kennedy's CLASS model. Allows elderly who are disabled to remain living in their homes and brings the healthcare to them.

Here's why it needs to be UNIVERSAL:

* 25% of the uninsured die younger & sooner than the insured.
* 50% bankruptcies due to healthcare costs.
* 47M uninsured swell to 74 MILLION when in-between jobs - hello! It's the economy, stupid!
* Top 5 reasons for hospital admissions - diabetes, congestive heart failure, asthma, low birth rate, pneumonia. All preventable & treatable with routing doctor visits.
* We are paying for the uninsured with rising group premiums. Health insurance companies pay into a risk pool.
* Healthcare costs will continue to rise - aging of the population, cost for technology, increased Rx costs.

Hillary is the person for Health & Human Services. Nobody understands it as well as she does. UNIVERSAL or bust! After LBJ (Medicare & Medicaid) the Clintons shoved through the most aggressive healthcare reform.

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By Viva Obama so proud to have voted for HOPE and to have rejected the hype Nov 16th 2008 at 5:00 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:00 am EST)

hillary urging her supporters is nothing new so why are we all acting like she did something extraordinaire. granted it's great she did but it's a given or she would have risked being branded in the party. besides hillary or her supporters probably could not live with herself or themselves with an option like mccain-palin. uurrgghh! she did what any decent human being would have done. howard dean had to put a lot of work into urging his supporters too 4 years ago though not as publicized and dramatized as this time around.

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By Obama Grandmama Nov 16th 2008 at 3:11 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:11 am EST)

I keep remembering during the Primary debates in particular one of the debates where Hillary would not let go of the Health Care Issue. She kept coming back again and again on it. Barack did not believe that the Universal Health Care she was pushing was the best plan since he did not think it would pass through to get legislated and involved an insurance mandate. He thought we need to go from where we are now and add to what we have available to get it through. She also didn't let go of her way when her husband was in the WH and it has been said she isn't inclusive and is dictatorial so she puts off people and doesn't get things passed. So I am not sure being in charge of health care is the best place for her either.

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By Ali Alavi Nov 16th 2008 at 1:53 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:53 am EST)

On foreign policy, those who voted for barack, did that because of him offering dialogue and diplomacy instead of arrogance and cowboy attitude. Certainly there are great choices in line with barack on that approach, Samantha Power and Susan Rice are both in total harmony with such approach and even if we want a more experienced hand with negotiation skills, Bill Richardson seems appropriate, he even negotiated with Saddam. We should be looking at qualifications not politic, election is over! Just my opinion!

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By Jasmine, NC Congratulations President elect Obama, Nov 16th 2008 at 2:11 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:11 am EST)

I agrea with you completely.

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By Adrianne Byrd Nov 16th 2008 at 1:07 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:07 am EST)

I took a nap this afternoon and dremt that Obama was going to offer Mccain Sec. of Defense position this coming Monday. can someone talk me down?

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By Andréa- (You've called him everything else- now call him Mr. President!) Nov 16th 2008 at 1:11 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:11 am EST)

Girl, you live in GA... how is it for Mr. Martin? Are you gonna vote to keep that nasty Saxby person out of the Senate?

As for your dream- stop. It is not going to happen.

That's the best I can do for you.

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By Adrianne Byrd Nov 16th 2008 at 2:33 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:33 am EST)

Sorry, but Saxby is going to win GA. i get so many robocalls and there is more Saxby commericals running than anything else. I can hardly tell martin is doing anything.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 10:07 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:07 am EST)

he may well, but don't underestimate the strength of ground game. the O campaign has sent LOTS of staffers.

and don't worry about that dream....this is traditional for the two rivals to meet once a winner is declared, tho often it's a bit closer to the inauguration.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:14 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:14 am EST)

Ok, "Rachel"...I will.

1st - McCain is a neocon.

2nd - McCain still can't bring himself to admit the war in Iraq was a mistake.

3rd - McCain's in bed with lobbyists.

4th - Obama's folks have explicitly said that this meeting is to see how they can work together on various issues.

5th - I doubt Obama would offer McCain any position with Rahm and Lindsay Graham there, which will be the case during their meeting.

6th - McCain is a neocon.

7th - McCain is an idiot, and Obama knows it.

8th - There's no reason to replace Gates with psycho McCain...that's trading DOWN.

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By Viva Obama so proud to have voted for HOPE and to have rejected the hype Nov 16th 2008 at 5:10 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:10 am EST)

i think you forgot to add mccain is a neo-con ;-)

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By Andréa- (You've called him everything else- now call him Mr. President!) Nov 16th 2008 at 1:09 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:09 am EST)

Has anyone made any phone calls to GA to help GOTV for Mr. Martin? I just realized that there is a phone campaign to do just that.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:15 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:15 am EST)

I didn't know that. Maybe I'll make some calls. To be honest, I don't have much faith that we'll win that one.

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By Andréa- (You've called him everything else- now call him Mr. President!) Nov 16th 2008 at 1:29 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:29 am EST)

That's why GOTV is important. If this is a movement, then it cannot be just about PE Obama. Folks have to think outside the box.

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By Thank YOU President Obama!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:14 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:14 am EST)

Please trust our President . . . He knows what he is doing. I keep remembering his campaign team on 60 minutes. All the positives they have stated about our President - BO!

He is our leader, let's wait and see what decisions he makes.

Trust in hin////OBAMA/BIDEN 08/12

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By Andréa- (You've called him everything else- now call him Mr. President!) Nov 16th 2008 at 1:25 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:25 am EST)

No worries here! PE Obama will be alright. Some folks have their faves and want to be vocal in their support.

This is just like the VP sweepstakes. Everyone has an opinion. There is a chorus of no HRC or any one of her "surrogates". Whatever. My personal fave for VP was Gov. Kaine or Gov. Schweitzer (sp?), so I was a little disappointed when it was Joltin' Joe that was selected. But I got over that (really quick recovery), and then realized that Joltin' Joe was a huge asset to this campaign. He layed some good ground work with his stump speeches in many small towns in battleground states.

My point is, folks are gonna be pissed one way or another. PE Obama cannot please all the 64M folks that voted for him every single time (nor should he try). He has to make decisions based on what is best for our country.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:40 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:40 am EST)

I love the way you put it - 64 million folks that voted for him.

AMAZING!

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By Eric from Oklahoma City, OK Nov 16th 2008 at 1:27 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:27 am EST)

Check out my blog for everything Obama, including news, merchandise, videos, etc.

Here's the link: Link

ObamaEqualsChange.com

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:27 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:27 am EST)

Here are some pictures from the Obamas' visit at the White House. I hadn't seen all of them.

Link

Enjoy!

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By Stan Z- Christian-President Obama Knows His Stuff Nov 16th 2008 at 1:32 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:32 am EST)

If you are an experienced caller or know someone who is, and you want to try and help pick up the Georgia Senate seat, you can " email(county chair?) at phonebankforbluegeorgia@yahoo. com to get setup with a Vote Builder account and to get busy making calls."

Link

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By Dinora Nov 16th 2008 at 4:50 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:50 am EST)

Stanley is available in our homepage too I just saw it today.

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By Jasmine, NC Congratulations President elect Obama, Nov 16th 2008 at 1:34 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:34 am EST)

hello old friends,

regarding the discussions about Clinton as SOS, I hope that doesn't happen. One of the big reasons that I was on board with Obama from the start was his foriegn policy and respect for all people and all nations. I just don't see H. Clinton as having that, and that is not something that you can teach, or mandate in a preseidential possition, it's a natural position form the heart and the mind that comes accorss in the samllest of gestures even more then in the spoken message. Clinton would not put the face of Obama on our international relations.

Linda, regarding women, I grew up in saudi arabia and I served in the military here, I know about women and national as well as international challenges, that beinmg said, as a representative of the U.S. I think that they would respect a female just as much. The middle eastern countries don't mind power, and even liberal sexualism for other women, it's just their own that they don't wnat falunting it, kinda like a protective, controlling do as I say not as I do thing.

I do agree stringly that Kerry would be MUCH better and more inline with Obamas message.

Remember ablitherate Iraq comment by Clinton, that wasn't that long ago, and her tone is just who she is.

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:40 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:40 am EST)

Election spurs 'hundreds' of race threats, crimes

By JESSE WASHINGTON, AP National – 1 hr 7 mins ago

Cross burnings. Schoolchildren chanting "Assassinate Obama." Black figures hung from nooses. Racial epithets scrawled on homes and cars.

Incidents around the country referring to President-elect Barack Obama are dampening the postelection glow of racial progress and harmony, highlighting the stubborn racism that remains in America.

From California to Maine, police have documented a range of alleged crimes, from vandalism and vague threats to at least one physical attack. Insults and taunts have been delivered by adults, college students and second-graders.

There have been "hundreds" of incidents since the election, many more than usual, said Mark Potok, director of the Intelligence Project at the Southern Poverty Law Center, which monitors hate crimes.

One was in Snellville, Ga., where Denene Millner said a boy on the school bus told her 9-year-old daughter the day after the election: "I hope Obama gets assassinated." That night, someone trashed her sister-in-law's front lawn, mangled the Obama lawn signs, and left two pizza boxes filled with human feces outside the front door, Millner said.

She described her emotions as a combination of anger and fear.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 16th 2008 at 1:46 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:46 am EST)

This is truly sad and the individuals that particpate in hatred will pay...one way or another.

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By ★Hold Firmly Without Wavering,To The Hope That We Confess★- bonnie4Obama of MD Nov 16th 2008 at 1:48 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:48 am EST)

Hi Ben,

Would you explain,pls why you keep posting this negative story? Personally, I feel it brings the blog down. The less publicity these stories get the better. I believe the majority of these NUTS are attention seekers, so we don't need to keep feeding their hunger.Get me??

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 2:03 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:03 am EST)

I tend to agree. This article is all over the internet on many other sites too. It's getting enough play.

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By Obama Grandmama Nov 16th 2008 at 3:20 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:20 am EST)

True. Also I feel so sad everytime I read those negative postings. I know I should not be naive, but I unfortunately cannot do anything about it and prefer not to dwell on the negatives. My only answer is to keep the Obamas in my prayers for their safety. He gives so much to us.

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 2:04 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:04 am EST)

Get me?? ??

There have been "hundreds" of incidents since the election,

"many more than usual",

said Mark Potok, director of the Intelligence Project at the Southern Poverty Law Center, which monitors hate crimes.

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By Jamal - It's not Mr. Obama, It's President Obama! Nov 16th 2008 at 2:28 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:28 am EST)

We can't be in denial about this. If anyone sees or hears anything threatening to PE Obama we MUST contact the Secret Service or your local authorities.

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By Kathy Nov 16th 2008 at 2:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:40 pm EST)

I read the article on Yahoo yesterday about how Obama has already had more death threats than any previous President. They included the link to the White Supremicist group Crossfire. For the heck of it, I clicked on the link. After hearing, reading, listening to what was being posted I lit a candle for our POTUS-elect. We need to pray daily. The next time the US wants to look for terrorists I suggest that they look closer to home. Timothy McVeigh anyone? Scary.

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By Pam Maccabee Nov 16th 2008 at 1:54 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:54 am EST)

Seeing the video after the election made it even more meaningful to me. I had tears of gratitude in my eyes. So many people never gave up and because of that we have placed in office an individual who will probably be one of the best presidents we've had since Lincoln. He will have our support...our commitment to remain "political" in a loving and thoughtful way.

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By Megan in Northwest Indiana Nov 16th 2008 at 2:03 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:03 am EST)

"Obama, Tammy Duckworth honor Veteran's Day with visit to Bronze Soldiers Memorial at Soldier Field in Chicago"
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The Wisdom of Eisenhower: The Costs of War
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Thank you Rachel Maddow!
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Maya Soetoro-Ng: Dealing with death and dying, and her brother's historic Presidential win
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Hoosier Jobs: Debt collection jobs available
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Robert Reich on Hardball talking 'Keynesian economics '
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Solidarity: Sarah Palin undercuts bloggers in PJs - Rachel Maddow wears PJs on TeeVee
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Hey Georgia! You got another chance - Take another look at Jim Martin for Senate
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Hoosier Reasoning: Democratic Senator Evan Bayh of Indiana explains the rationale for keeping Lieberman to Rachel Maddow
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Alaskan Horse Race: FiveThirtyEight.com calls Mark Begich is an "overwhelming favorite to win" after today's counting
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Dr. and Mr. Vice-President Elect Joe Biden meet the Cheneys - No Shots Were Fired
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The Young Turks: Center-Right? Chris Matthews calls out Republican Todd Harris on Hardball - I say Center-Wrong!
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Lame Duck Quackitudes - How the Bush Administration's incompetence benefits the rest of us
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Blogger's Dad's first question after coming out of sedation - Who Won?
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Nate Silver on Hardball with Chris Mattews on unresolved Senate Races AND Sean of FiveThrityEight.com with news from Alaska
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RCP: 'The Silly Season Continues' AND 'things like accuracy and solid sourcing are irrelevant'
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Solving the 'Global Financial Crisis' makes the G20 mighty hungry
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Bill O'Reilly Surrounded by Pandas
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Dan Rather Reports in Black and White: Karl Rove cut his political teeth in the Nixon Administration
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Video Snippet: Post-Election Reaction of Barack and Michelle Obama - 60 Minutes Interview to Air Sunday, November 16, 2008
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Your Weekly Address from the President-elect
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Broadband and Net Neutrality: Obama-Biden Transition Team Picks Experts To Review FCC
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Reuters: "Bush hails summit as success, sees more work ahead" By the way, I bet he was thinking "Its hard work".
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An Escape from Political Thought: At Home With John Cleese
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Change.gov: President-Elect Obama and Vice President-elect Biden Announce Key White House Staff
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Gun Ownership On the Rise: Welcome to Obama World
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Here kitty, kitty, kitty!
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The Political Carnival: Obama's Grandmother Eulogized in Honolulu
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Michael Moore taking a look at the economics in new film to be released Spring 2009
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By Ron Nov 16th 2008 at 2:06 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:06 am EST)

I have no doubt that what Barack is obsessing about, even as he fills staff positions, is the U.S. and world economy, and the jobs, homes and general well-being of Americans.

He wants to get moving on that right off the hop, and in a big way, because recession-cum-Depression is now a much bigger threat than terrorists or the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Barack has said that "fixing the plumbing", i.e., the U.S. economy, is Job 1. If the "plumbing" doesn't work, nothing works. Americans, first of all, have to eat and have a place to sleep. Guns and all the rest come second.

I know Barack has to assemble his people around him first, but the economy is in such a mess and going down so fast, it's almost tragic that Barack can't get going on it right now.

World leaders are looking to Obama now more than ever to lead them in a global economic recovery; they are not looking to Bush Jr. Bush Jr. is not only a "lame duck" until Jan. 20/09, he's been a lame duck since his inauguration and is handing Barack an economic disaster that even his two terms might not be able to clean up completely.

Assist the Big 3 U.S. auto companies? Yes, but with conditions and oversight, unlike the Wall Street bailout, in which tens of billions have been wasted on acquisitions and CEO bonuses, with nil improvement in the credit market. At least the auto companies produce a tangible and vital commodity; that they produced gas-guzzlers was only their logical response to the U.S. market that existed until gas went to $4 a gallon.

Bush Jr.'s $10-trillion national debt will have to go up until Obama's pump-priming, such as extending unemployment benefits, assisting homeowners pay down the mortgage and creating WPA-type jobs is complete. When the economy starts to move up again is the time to think about debt reduction (for the sake of future generations).

YES WE DID IT!!! | Report to Admin

By ♥♪Ben, a true evangelical for OBAMA; For PUBLIC OPTION♪♥ Nov 16th 2008 at 2:12 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:12 am EST)

YES WE WERE THERE...

Barack OBAMA, 44th President of the United States of America...
America and the entire World rejoice...

Thank YOU LORD!!!

cool music video on what Obama's election represents | Report to Admin

By Omid from Syosset, NY Nov 16th 2008 at 2:23 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:23 am EST)

Link

hope you guys like it.

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By Rachel from Oklahoma City, OK Nov 16th 2008 at 2:28 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:28 am EST)

The day I heard it..
Was in the erosion of streets..
The scratching of stiff leaves
Across pavement
Of permanence dying…

As the rush of
the ferociousness of movement,
As the force of change
Swept the white-washed, blanched faces
Of intolerance, of hatred, and greed.

There was present...
The usual screeching
And gnashing of teeth…
From those chained to allegiances dying..

For in that moment
That deep rush of color
Bled finally...
The wonder of a nation
Lived up to her credence
And paid the deficit
Humbly,
Of her unjust deceit.

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By Rock on Mr. President!! Nov 16th 2008 at 2:42 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:42 am EST)

Rachel do you have an author on that or was it yours...?

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By Stan Z- Christian-President Obama Knows His Stuff Nov 16th 2008 at 3:29 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:29 am EST)

That was well done.

It's frustrating when you know the one.. | Report to Admin

By Livvy Nov 16th 2008 at 3:25 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:25 am EST)

in waiting is the one the world is waiting for.

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 16th 2008 at 3:33 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:33 am EST)

You easterners have already seen it, but Justin is really cracking me up in the dance routine with Beyonce.

ROFL

Memories of JFK/Yes We Can inspirational poster | Report to Admin

By Joe Rademan Nov 16th 2008 at 3:51 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:51 am EST)

Barack Obama's election as the 44th President has inspired me like no leader that has come before him.

In 1961 - when I was 6 years old - my family took me on a tour of the White House. I ran down a hallway (away from the tour) and peered through a crack in a folding screen that was set up to block a doorway. President John F. Kennedy was seated on a couch in a majestic, sun-filled room reading a newspaper.

That vision and feeling of awe has been with me since that day. I can still close my eyes 47 years later and see that scene. I have that same feeling when I see President-elect Obama.

Here's a "Yes We Can" inspirational poster that I was inspired to put together. I think it turned out quite well. I hope you like it.

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By Connie_W in Arizona Nov 16th 2008 at 5:55 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:55 am EST)

What a cool story! It's interesting that even as young children we can have the knowledge or awareness of something important beyond our years.

I know, as a young child, I was aware of JFK's importance to our country. I was fascinated by him. More so than any other President before or after until Barack Obama.

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By BonForObama Nov 16th 2008 at 5:31 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 5:31 am EST)

Over the last few years I have been parroting others' opinions on the rising health care costs without having any of my own. Now, I need health care. This being the case, I went to work for the second largest employer in the U.S. and, found that the health care premiums/deductibles were too expensive. LOL For giggles, I looked up the costs of individual health care plans from other sources.

What a joke!

I found I'd be better off socking away a few hundred dollars (at below proverty level wages) a month. The rest is highway robbery. $500/mo premiums to pay from $3000-$10000 a year deductibles?

lolololololololololol

Perhaps, I should start saving for that pine box and all the federally mandated death taxes!

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By Suzie McKay Nov 16th 2008 at 7:01 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 7:01 am EST)

I'm with you on that but I'd be better off dead!

Between my husband and myself, thirty grand a year for premiums, deductibles, and scripts - before we see the doctor.....

And I have a...ahem...not insignficant amount of time before I can go on Medicare.

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By Strong Heart Nov 16th 2008 at 7:52 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 7:52 am EST)

I was rushed to the Veterans Hospital on Veterans Day (what did I do wrong). I was first cared for by African Americans Then Asian Americans had an emergency operation with the help of Middle East Americans and Native Americans with the help of White Americans. I am now home with the help of Americans for Americans. Now that we have melted that melting pot lets put another pot on the fire and make Health Care for every American. And yes maybe their was some bells and whistles missing in my care but it was more than made up for in Halos and Hearts...

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By Suzie McKay Nov 16th 2008 at 8:15 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:15 am EST)

First of all, S.H. (may I call you Strong?), I'm really glad you're OK. The blog would not have been the same without you.

I think most veterans enjoy at least adequate care. You were fortunate enough to have great care.

Let's work for all our veterans ensuring that they too have the same positive experience.

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By Strong Heart Nov 16th 2008 at 8:37 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:37 am EST)

I gave the Buffalo VA Hospital a 5 Star rating because they are manned by 4 Star Soldiers...

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By Strong Heart Nov 16th 2008 at 8:47 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:47 am EST)

I don't have to go grocery shopping in a Limo to enjoy the food...

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 8:35 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:35 am EST)

Strong Heart, SO glad you are on the recovery track and are able to be out of hospital. it's always good to see your wisdom here!

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By Strong Heart Nov 16th 2008 at 8:43 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:43 am EST)

We're all in recovery lets not forget to recover our troops...

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By Rick Beaule' Nov 16th 2008 at 9:51 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:51 am EST)

Good to hear from you, sir! I, too, am glad you're on the path to recovery. And your words are, as usual, spot on.

Rick
Mustard seeds for everyone!!!

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By Strong Heart Nov 16th 2008 at 7:32 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 7:32 am EST)

Barack Obama believes in Bury the Hatchet and I believe he won't forget where he buried it...

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By Mary Bailey Nov 16th 2008 at 7:57 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 7:57 am EST)

Hi Chris and family bloggers,
I'm a day late but thank you for the radio tread. I can't wait for fireside chats.

Mary the Carpenter

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By MOG-- Champaign, IL Nov 16th 2008 at 7:58 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 7:58 am EST)

WASHINGTON - Sorry, Mr. President. Please surrender your BlackBerry.

Those are seven words President-elect Barack Obama is dreading but expecting to hear, friends and advisers say, when he takes office in 65 days.

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By Strong Heart Nov 16th 2008 at 8:05 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:05 am EST)

Morals are your Spiritually, Ethics your Humanity…

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By Trueblue Nov 16th 2008 at 8:19 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:19 am EST)

not sure getting rid of blackberry or any direct contact with people is a good idea. messages could be filtered, taken out of context and keeps a barrier btw him and his people.etc..couldn't he have a sort of SWIFT like bank secured line?

By the way,I have been struggling with the difference btw morals and ethics.Thanks for the definition.

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By Theresa in Maine Nov 16th 2008 at 8:05 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:05 am EST)

Bush knew that Obama said he would get our troops out in 16 months. Why did he do this?

CAN THIS BE REVERSED BY OBAMA???????????????

Dear God, what more is Bush going to do before going back to Crawford?

The Iraqi cabinet has approved a security pact with the US governing the future presence of 150,000 US troops in the country, officials have said.

Under the deal US troops will withdraw from the streets of Iraqi towns next year, leaving Iraq by the end of 2011.

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By Strong Heart Nov 16th 2008 at 8:17 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:17 am EST)

Everyone points the finger if we could only learn to point when in front of a mirror...

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 8:33 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:33 am EST)

well....actually obama said combat forces...he never said we'd ever get out completely, tho i think from what i'm seeing and hearing that as soon as we begin the drawdown violence will increase and we will either have to withdraw completely (which i'm all for) or keep 'peace-keeping forces' in place.

and they haven't YET approved it, it's just passed by the cabinet, and still has to pass parliament (the council of representatives). so it COULD still fail....but it's doubtful.

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By Suzie McKay Nov 16th 2008 at 8:11 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:11 am EST)

We here in Las Vegas are watching the wildfires in L.A. and are so sad that so many of you have lost their homes. Is there anything we can do?

Can we organize a food, clothing or personal necessities drive for you? Is there a church or charity taking donations? Do you need cages and/or food for animals? We're pretty good at organizing here so just let us know how we can help and we'll coordinate a drive to help you.

If we don't all practice what the campaign taught us, we have learned nothing.

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By NY Woman for Obama Nov 16th 2008 at 8:13 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:13 am EST)

Strong Heart and the rest of the Morning Joe's (and I'm talkin' CUP OF JOE - not the other one)

I read Strong Heart's post about health care and the United Nations flavor of the care your received.

I was raised in an area I returned to with my own children, a "teaching hospital" and a university surrounding it.

Our residents come from all over the world. My parents had friends from China, Korea, India, Russia, Africa.

My mother, as a college librarian, had to learn the articles "The" and "A" in about thirty languages so she could search for a book by its title.

While we lived a VERY modest life (i.e. powdered milk, waiting for a winter coat until Christmas, you know the drill), we were wealthy with friendships and experiences. I NEVER felt deprived, I always felt fortunate, and I returned to raise my children in this multi-cultural society.

When my husband and I retire we'll look at a college town again. New York City is too crowded for us but there's nothing like a college town to bring in a pool of interesting people!

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By Strong Heart Nov 16th 2008 at 8:28 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:28 am EST)

When I was drafted I served, because I believed in National Health Care!!!

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By NY Woman for Obama Nov 16th 2008 at 8:46 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:46 am EST)

Stay well Strong Heart -

I'm off to the vegetable garden (still some lettuce, parsley, carrots, celery root) and the rest of life -

I'm glad I don't have to lose all my online blogging buddies - we're so spoiled!

Just to know... Yes We Can | Report to Admin

By RJ show me state Nov 16th 2008 at 8:22 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:22 am EST)

it is a sight to see that our next President will consider the people in this country who have been left behind. and have felt ignored for many yrs. by washington. it seems I can never thank president barack obama enough. for his courage and wisdom. to take on such an enourmus task. I pray daily that president obama can find comfort knowing he has changed the world and america forever. may god bless him and guide him in every task he does. (Sir) I have faith in you and what you will do for america. Yes We Can

Thought I'd never live to see this | Report to Admin

By Theresa in Maine Nov 16th 2008 at 8:31 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:31 am EST)

Good morning my dear Obama Family:
Lace posted this link at the first of this thread. I just watched it and am crying... again

Link

At 66 years old today, I never thought I'd live to see all races in America voting for an African American. We are so blessed to have come this far. However, there is still way to much racism out there who would do our President-Elect grave harm.

I wish that people like Rush and all the other right-wing nuts would encourage their followers to unite as one America. All the dirty tricks and lies about Obama from hate mongers didn't work this time. NOT THIS TIME!

Unless they change the Grand Old Party of my dear grandmother, they are going down and they know it.

They know they can't appeal only to ignorance and hate, greed and racism. It didn't work. We have an enlightened younger generation who worked hard.

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 16th 2008 at 9:57 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:57 am EST)

Hi, Theresa ! Did you realize it's Reggie who did it ?

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By Theresa in Maine Nov 16th 2008 at 10:21 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:21 am EST)

Helene: No I didn't know that. WOW! What an inspiration Reggie is.

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 16th 2008 at 10:44 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:44 am EST)

When he is online, he asks people what they think of it. So, when you'll see him you (and the ones who follow if they didn't do it already) will have tell him directly what you think !

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:17 pm EST)

Joyeux Anniversaire, Theresa ! Hope you'll have a big yum-yum cake !

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By Tracy in CT Nov 16th 2008 at 10:25 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:25 am EST)

Reggie did a beautiful job.

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By Yesican Nov 16th 2008 at 12:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:11 pm EST)

Whoooo!!! Reggie Love

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 16th 2008 at 12:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:35 pm EST)

It's a different Reggie :)

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By Life as a Wave Nov 16th 2008 at 10:18 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:18 am EST)

Wow ...
This got me crying my eyes out .... cheering loudly ... standing up singing out loud ... laughing ...

What a time to be alive.

I haven't posted in a while ... been getting my life back a bit .... very much needed so I can keep the electricity on ... you know?

Nice to see this site so alive ....

January 21 cannot come too soon

Carl

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 16th 2008 at 12:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:02 pm EST)

Happy Birthday Theresa. I will be 66 in March. Yikes. LOL.

Reggie did a heck of a job putting this video together. He has a lot to be proud of.

Hugs, Vicki

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By NY Woman for Obama Nov 16th 2008 at 8:43 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:43 am EST)

Young it is - so still unformed, however,

The 'Change.gov' site is growing - if you think the front blog/news header is all that's being modified, look again.

I just found this there -

The Obama-Biden Plan

"...The Obama-Biden foreign policy will end the war in Iraq responsibly, finish the fight against the Taliban and al Qaeda in Afghanistan, secure nuclear weapons and loose nuclear materials from terrorists, and renew American diplomacy to support strong alliances and to seek a lasting peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

SPECIFIC PLAN DETAILS ARE THERE AS WELL:
Link

The transparency Obama promised? He's delivering.

We currently have two "branding" issues between the incoming Obama administration and the outgoing Campaign.

I believe they'll develop an incorporation of the two sites, at least on the surface - what we see.

There are also two sides to the Obama news: the first, sort of a "People Magazine" version of news, with information on how many babies are being named Obaam and the other the "New York Times" level of news, which transcends the chatters and gets to the nuts and bolts of running the country and delivering on campaign promises.

Both have their value. Support the Change site with viewership so you're up on the talking points for Thanksgiving! (smile)

QUESTION PLEASE! | Report to Admin

By Doreen D IOWA Nov 16th 2008 at 8:53 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:53 am EST)

Does Sec of State also have to have fulltime secret service? just curious; who will it be?

Hillary
Hagel
Richardson
Kerry

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 9:16 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:16 am EST)

i don't think so....but that may change depending...

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By jerry25 Nov 16th 2008 at 10:48 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:48 am EST)

Hillary always will have Secret Service as a former first lady, not to mention her husband, assuming they are sometimes in the say place.

I think Hillary has the job if she wants it. Barack can't say no at this point. I wonder if the "leak" of SOS was deliberate to get reaction or to show that Barack is trying to reach out to Hillary's supporters.

However, these blogs never seem to discuss the possibility that Hillary may turn down the offer for SOS after she thinks it through. Certainly she loves the attention of being considered.

Why should Hillary want to be SOS for a few years and give up being Senator from NY for the rest of her life (say two terms + 4 years = 16 years)?

At best she would be SOS for 8 years, but that is very unlikely and I don't think there is much precedence. Would she then run for President at age 68? That would be a drag if she would be using SOS as a stepping stone to run for President again. And it would be hard for Obama to "let her go" as SOS.

There is always the possibility for Hillary to accept the offer and then have Barack name her to the Supreme Court, when an opening would occur. Then Hillary could say she has done everything except POTUS.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 11:33 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:33 am EST)

Ugh...I can't stand when people say Hillary should be a SCOTUS Justice.

She is not a legal scholar. She's never been a judge. She's never been a constitutional lawyer. She hasn't practiced law in many, many years. She's never written any legal opinions.

Hillary is great and all, but she's not perfect and she can't do everything. SCOTUS is out of the question.

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By jerry25 Nov 16th 2008 at 12:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:12 pm EST)

The "media" says she wouldn't want to be SC Judge because she likes to be her own person, not the bottom of a 9 person club.

However, now that it is likely that she will be SOS if she says Yes (a position she will likely be successful at - with the help of her husband), it should also be discussed - What Next?

I can't see Hillary being SOS for 8 years, nor can I see Obama "firing" her. Also, it is normal to choose a SC Judge who is younger.

So the problem is that while it may be a good decision to choose her for SOS, I don't see any other good exit strategy. Obama is someone who thinks things out carefully.

At least Obama and Hillary see things eye-to-eye on Judicial decisions. There are likely to be 2-3 SC appointments in the next 8 years.

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By Connie_W in Arizona Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 pm EST)

Hillary absolutely does not have the qualifications to be an SC judge. Not even enough to be nominated to it.

I actually see her being most effective in the Senate - oh, how I hate to lose her there. But, I also think she can be a good SOS.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:38 pm EST)

Obama and I see eye-to-eye on SC decisions too, that doesn't mean I'm qualified.

I'm an attorney. I went to law school. I had to take con law. Justices are scholars. They are deep thinkers of the law and have a breadth of knowledge about constitutional law that they cultivate throughout a career.

I don't believe she graduated with any distinction from law school. I don't believe she practiced law on a federal level. I'm sure she hasn't been a judge, or required to decide, interpret, and write her reasoning regarding constitutional issues. Not to mention she's way too political and having her on there would create the appearance of the SCOTUS being a hyper political part of the government, which is completely against what the Founders intended.

To be honest, Obama is more qualified than she is to be a SCOTUS Justice, and I still think he wouldn't get confirmed.

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By Beautiful Shades Of Fuchia Nov 16th 2008 at 1:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:12 pm EST)

I totally agree with you Vero. That is exactly what I was thinking.

Chris | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Nov 16th 2008 at 8:58 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 8:58 am EST)

Thanks! for saving my chair...

A perfect song for our new President Elect | Report to Admin

By Professor Xavior-The Ultimate CZARINA Mutant in the Universe! Nov 16th 2008 at 9:10 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:10 am EST)

This is defanently President Elect Barack Obama.
How I love our Prezzzzz.
:-)
President Barack's Theam song.
(Cool). To go with the Ebony Magazine
Link

Good Morning Fellow Bloggers | Report to Admin

By Kaki - Wisconsin Obama Mama Nov 16th 2008 at 9:27 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:27 am EST)

I had an epiphany this morning. Or, perhaps a caffeine enduced idea?

I don't pretend to have long-term spectacular solutions. It did occur to me, today, that the auto industry could be the beginning of a change movement with healthcare. Since a tremendous cost burden carried by employers is health benefits, could a 'bailout' option for the auto industry be moving employee healthcare to a government plan (perhaps modeled after what congress receives)? Rather than just throwing money at the industry, our government would assist by removing that burden and, in the short perhaps long term, show the rest of the country that National Healthcare Reform could be one of the first steps to ease us out of the current financial crisis.

Crazy idea, right?

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By meta Nov 16th 2008 at 9:29 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:29 am EST)

Not crazy, a perfect synergy!

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By Australian Helen Nov 16th 2008 at 9:58 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:58 am EST)

Re: Health Care

The first problem is to identify why America has the most expensive health care in the world. Other countries have far superior universal health care at much lower cost. I suspect it is because the health care industry has been allowed to run riot thanks to its powerful lobbying forces.

I also think there is a real need to take it out of the hands of profit seekers (who like the banks are seeking too much profit) & simplify it by making it universal health guaranteed for all. I am very much on Hilary's side there. At this stage there are too many forces on care givers to maximise care because that way profit lies rather than giving the best care.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 16th 2008 at 9:57 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:57 am EST)

that's just kaki! ;)

i like it, tho the wheels of beaurocracy turn very slowly, and it's probably not enough....but a great intervention

our antiquated and exploited health care system is a large part of why we can't compete globally--well, and the auto industry hasn't wantd to...

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 16th 2008 at 10:01 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:01 am EST)

President Elect Obama has already talked about this type of program. I believe he called it, "healthcare for hybrids."

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By Yesican Nov 16th 2008 at 11:35 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:35 am EST)

I have said this before. Helath care is part of the financial crisis and should be seen and acted upon as such. The reason why we are unable to compete with other countries or companies moving shop overseas i.e. canada is the high cost of labor which Health care is a big chunk.

I think we need to retool GM, CHRysler, and Ford to make mass transit transportation i.e. high speed rails and locomotives, Buses, ferries etc.

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By Livvy Nov 16th 2008 at 12:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:50 pm EST)

that is diversification.. thinking outside the box. Like David P's The art of possibility. Just because they make cars now, doesn't mean they can't move forward to other modes of transport. The bailout option is a result of limited thinking, they shouldn't be allowed to make the same mistake.

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By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 12:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:35 pm EST)

labor union leaders have been arguing that very point forever. if healthcare burden is removed, that would make US companies globally competitive, since other countries governments subsidize the healthcare for their workers.

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By Australian Helen Nov 16th 2008 at 9:46 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:46 am EST)

Barack Obama believes in Bury the Hatchet and I believe he won't forget where he buried it...

THAT IS THE BEST SUMMING UP OF THE MAN I SEE AS PEO! He will never forget his friends or his enemies but will utilise the skills of both as he sees fit.

Countdown to Victory Blog | Report to Admin

By TstormLortonVA "Health Care Reform Now!: Nov 16th 2008 at 9:59 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 9:59 am EST)

Check out this blog of countdowns across the globe when Obama was declared President Elect. Prepare for chills!

Link

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By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 1:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:49 pm EST)

nice.

i wish i had taped the crowd at grant park the couple hours before it was finally announced.

Amazing Place Amazing Grace | Report to Admin

By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 16th 2008 at 10:28 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:28 am EST)

Through all of the laughter
And all of the tears
The attacks from the trolls
with their lies and their smears

With focused attention
We would not be deterred
To make sure that Obama's
Voice would be heard

United we stand
And divided we fall
Desert Dan wishes
Peace & Love to you all

Here is my video tribute to the online community here at my.barackobama.com. I know that there will be people that I missed and I apologize for that. I've been receiving photos for about the past 4 weeks and really had to get the video created or I would have needed a Hollywood production studio to produce a feature length film.

Anyway, many thanks to everyone who participated and I hope I didn't misspell any names because it's a real hassle to go back and correct the video and then re-upload it.

I know it's long, a little over 8 minutes, but please stay 'til the end and see the special dedication after the credits. Thank you all so much.

Link

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By Tracy in CT Nov 16th 2008 at 10:42 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:42 am EST)

Beautiful Dan! Thank you so much for doing this for all of us.

: )

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By Arizona Grandma who needs affordable health insurance Nov 16th 2008 at 12:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:02 pm EST)

DD ~ Thank you so much for putting faces to the names of all of our "friends"!!! That was so cool!!!

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By pgoCapeCod Nov 16th 2008 at 3:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:34 pm EST)

Thank you!

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 16th 2008 at 11:13 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:13 am EST)

Thank you, Dan !!!!!!!!!!!!

No problem to send you to Hollywood !

I had often the circle for "wait". It's just occasional ?

I love the poem also !

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By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Nov 16th 2008 at 11:16 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:16 am EST)

THANKS DAN! I loved it and truly appreciated it. I will treasure memories with my blog family forever. Luv ya!

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By Suzie McKay Nov 16th 2008 at 12:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:14 pm EST)

It was really touching. And I liked the dedication most of all.

You have a big heart, Dan.

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By HSLK: Our Journey Has Just Begun Nov 16th 2008 at 12:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:45 pm EST)

This brought tears to my eyes (once again). Thank you so much, Dan, for all your hard work and for creating such beautiful musical tributes throughout this campaign and election process. I'm so glad that we will continue to see you on the blog as a key member of our Obama Family.

Love you back,
Helaine

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By Beautiful Shades Of Fuchia Nov 16th 2008 at 1:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:03 pm EST)

Dan - That was so beautiful. The special dedication brought tears to my eyes. It was so moving. And seeing the faces behind the names was lots of fun. Thank you.

Just Wait and See | Report to Admin

By A fellow patriot Nov 16th 2008 at 10:30 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:30 am EST)

We have had varied opinions on what has been reported in the press about many things concerning President-elect Obama's picks thus far. I say chill out. Take what they (the MSM) tell us and temper it with what we know (Team Obama's approach). Although Senator Clinton may very well be the Secretary of State; we must put it in perspective. First, it is the media reporting it so take it with a grain of salt. But, let's look at President-elect Obama's leadership skills (what we know). Recall, in the primaries, he knew almost exactly which states he would win and in the general election, again, they knew which states they would win and those they could win. The “would” wins put them over 270 electoral votes and the “could” wins would turn it into a rout.

I am saying this to say, most of what is reported is speculation. But, if it is true give the team some credit for always having projected insight into each decision they have made. They have made decisions which have attested to their thought process being the envy of any right think group or person. Many times we (the bloggers) wanted the campaign to assault both Senators Hillary and McCain in response to the dirty attacks. His approach turned out to be what the people wanted. Now, we have still some disagreement with issues such as FISA but, even there we can see some merit. But, I still say let’s wait and see how that (FISA) plays out.

President-elect Obama has been right so far I, for one, will just chill out and trust in his process.

Hillary as SOS | Report to Admin

By Donna NH - Thank you my fellow Granite Staters! Yes we did! Nov 16th 2008 at 10:45 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:45 am EST)

Honestly, there are pros and cons to having Hillary as SOS.

I trust President-Elect Barack Obama and his advisers to choose the best person for the job, as he did for his campaign staff.

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 10:56 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:56 am EST)

Well said.

I think pros & cons come with every candidate.

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By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 2:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:04 pm EST)

what if it turned out to be a false leak?

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By Donna NH - Thank you my fellow Granite Staters! Yes we did! Nov 16th 2008 at 2:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:27 pm EST)

Could very well be.

I just hope Barack does the right thing for him and our country and not make a decision because he feels pressured.

Again, I trust Barack to do the right thing.

I remember when I would get nervous before debates and I put my trust in him and he did fabulous each and every time.

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By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 2:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:33 pm EST)

it would be typical clintonian tactic: put out a story they knew barack couldn't afford to deny least it appeared he was demeaning her.

Economic Crisis Boils Democratic Message Down to Jobs | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 10:46 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 10:46 am EST)

Health Care, Energy Still Part of Agenda

By Alec MacGillis
Washington Post Staff Writer
Sunday, November 16, 2008; A06

Link

Reminder! | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 11:04 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:04 am EST)

The Obamas on 60 Minutes tonight

7:00 PM EST

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By Tracy in CT Nov 16th 2008 at 11:12 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:12 am EST)

I wouldn't miss it!

: )

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By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Nov 16th 2008 at 11:16 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:16 am EST)

I wouldn't miss it!

: )

TNT lives on!

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By Tracy in CT Nov 16th 2008 at 11:20 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:20 am EST)

WOO HOO!!!!

lol

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 11:23 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:23 am EST)

HA!

Hillary as SOS | Report to Admin

By jerry25 Nov 16th 2008 at 11:07 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:07 am EST)

I think Hillary has the job if she wants it. Barack can't say no at this point. I wonder if the "leak" of SOS was deliberate to get reaction or to show that Barack is trying to reach out to Hillary's supporters.

However, these blogs never seem to discuss the possibility that Hillary may turn down the offer for SOS after she thinks it through. Certainly she loves the attention of being considered.

Why should Hillary want to be SOS for a few years and give up being Senator from NY for the rest of her life (say two terms + 4 years = 16 years)?

At best she would be SOS for 8 years, but that is very unlikely and I don't think there is much precedence. Would she then run for President at age 68? That would be a drag if she would be using SOS as a stepping stone to run for President again. And it would be hard for Obama to "let her go" as SOS.

There is always the possibility for Hillary to accept the offer and then have Barack name her to the Supreme Court, when an opening would occur. Then Hillary could say she has done everything except POTUS.

If Hillary were to publicly reject the SOS offer, that would be ideal. As Chris Matthews and others have said, there could be discussions about naming Staff and Ambassadorships. Hillary might demand all her "own" people, which would not be good.

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 11:16 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:16 am EST)

I think we need to stop overthinking the motives as to why Barack would offer her the position or why she would take it (or not take it).

Why don't we just wait and see what happens......

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By Yvonne--- for World Peace Nov 16th 2008 at 11:25 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:25 am EST)

I agree, there will be pros and cons for anyone considered as SOS... I think the biggest concern are Bill Clinton's ties to international business, but perhaps that's not a bad thing. Although it is the only thing that worries me, that's why I like the fact that President-Elect Barack Obama has the wisdom to analyze all of that. (That's why I haven't run for president!)

Meanwhle, here is a perspective in favor of Hillary as SOS...

Link

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 11:32 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:32 am EST)

Thanks for posting!

That was a good read.

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By CNN (corrupt news network) loves corrupt policiticians and lobbyists. Nov 16th 2008 at 11:39 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:39 am EST)

We are all democrats.

-Obama, michelle, axelrod, valery, plouff, caroline, teddy...... has a plan for appointing hillary as SOS.

-Cnn loves hillary....and hillary will have to praise about president Obama on CNN. (cnn has been so unfair to Obama for the past 2 years)

-hillary's die hard supporters will be happy and will stay as democrats and never vote for palin.

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By jerry25 Nov 16th 2008 at 12:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:18 pm EST)

Yes.
If Obama is only halfway successful he will be easily reelected with the overwhelming support of women and the older Hillary supporters.

Palin will be soon forgotten, now that she won't be Senator. She must be in tears now that Begich is about to become Senator.

I really don't know why anyone is talking about 2012. Obama would have to fail. The media are just making up news.

Re: Hillary as SOS | Report to Admin

By jerry25 Nov 16th 2008 at 12:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:01 pm EST)

One thing about Hillary being SOS can be agreed upon, is that she would be great at "nation building" (with Bill Clinton being an asset).

"Nation building" should have been the #1 foreign policy reason to elect Obama over McCain, but noone was listening. Instead they said Obama didn't have FP experience and should just stick to The Economy.

Obama understands the best way to solve FP problems is to get the support of most of the world, just as Bush #1 understood. Hillary would certainly succeed, but it may only be a job that would last 2-3 years, not 8 years.

I think it is fair to criticize the media for not discussing all aspects of what Hillary would do after a few years. It is responsible journalism to point out that SOS's don't usually stay more than a few years.

It is also worth mentioning that by going this route, Obama is demonstrating how confident he is in himself, to allow the Clinton's to dominate news by being SOS. In most ways I think it is a great move for Barack. If our FP is successful, Obama doesn't care if the Clinton's get credit.

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By JuanE. Nov 16th 2008 at 1:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:24 pm EST)

Barack can say no and I sincerely hope that he does. Hillary is not qualified to be SOS. Having lunch and teas with first wives does not make you able to be chief diplomat. There are plenty of confirmed stories of her meanness, vindictiveness, and unwillingness to compromise (review health reform fiasco). She even stiffed hard working Americans all along her campaign route--some who had to sue her to receive their monies. This is not a qualified candidate.

Obama did not make her a hard offer. The offer has been debunked by Obama's transition team. Hopefully, Obama will not be convinced to pick her as an obligation. She did not come out to campaign for him until she saw that he was winning in the polls. She was giving McCain advice for the debates.

Now, she trots out Kissinger who is wanted for war crimes in other countries to say that she would be a good SOS. That reference alone should eliminate her from consideration.

Arnold Schwarzneger-Bravo | Report to Admin

By Yesican Nov 16th 2008 at 11:30 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:30 am EST)

Arnold was on ABC with George Stephnapolus..And he said
"Republicans talk about going back to core values. What are they talking about. Going back to 30, 40 50 years. Previous Republican presidents in that past talked about universal health care, building roads bridges the basic infrastructure that we all use today. When certain groups ask me what have you done for me...Arnold said well i want to build good roads, schools, hospitals, thats what i have done for you because regardles whether you are Repub, Dem, AA, Hispanic or what ever ethnic group we all use these farcilities. Arnold was on ABC with George stephnapolus and appeared to be indicting the republican party about the so callled going back to our core values. I think he spoke the truth. Guess repubs wont be inviting him to their next get together.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 11:37 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:37 am EST)

The reason Republicans can't start talking about building roads, creating jobs, etc. is that Democrats are doing that. If Republicans adopt those positions, then they're Democrats.

Democrats have to just fix this mess. Then things will get better and the Republican ideology with be palatable again, and they will try again.

They're going to be in the wilderness for a while though while we clean this economy and our foreign affairs up.

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 11:41 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:41 am EST)

Like Huckabee, Arnold has his moments and he made a lot of good points there.

The Republican Party will become obsolete if they continue to cling to their love of Reaganomics and 'Silent Majority'-mentality. Seriously, the Age of Reaganism is OVER.

That being said- I do think the low-road tactics of the McCain Camp. probably had Ronald spinning in his grave.

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By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 12:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:31 pm EST)

The Republican Party will become obsolete if they continue

let's hope so.

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By meta Nov 16th 2008 at 11:54 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:54 am EST)

Arnold can say whatever he wants in front of a camera. He has done nothing to build any of our institutions or accomplish any of that in California. He is a whole lot of nothing going on and it's cost us dearly. He's just proposed to raise the sales tax in San Francisco to 10%. Why? Because he's failed to balance our budget despite passing lots of pay increases for legislators and his staff. You can have him.

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By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 12:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:23 pm EST)

from 23/6:

Six ways the GOP can recover and start ruining the world again

Link

i can't wait.

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By Marbwi Nov 16th 2008 at 2:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:07 pm EST)

The Death of Republican Philosophy Link

RealityChex.com | Report to Admin

By Marie from Fort Myers, FL Nov 16th 2008 at 11:46 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:46 am EST)

If you haven't had your Reality Chex yet this morning, now's the time. There's a nice letter from the President-Elect to the people of Illinois and lots of other news on the transition & other matters presidential. Click on the Link and catch us every day with updates.

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By MOG-- Champaign, IL Nov 16th 2008 at 11:55 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:55 am EST)

I love this site. Thank you for the link.

Late Edition with Wolf | Report to Admin

By MOG-- Champaign, IL Nov 16th 2008 at 11:47 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:47 am EST)

Okay I was scanning channels on TV and happened upon Late Edition with Wolf Blitzer, he has interview with Sarah Palin. This is the first time that I have every actually sat down and heard her speak and I have to ask . . . does anyone know what she is saying or talking about. I don’t teach English but doesn’t she speak in run-on sentences. What is with the words "also" and the "there’s" thrown in with every other word. On top of that she never answered the freaking question.

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By Tracy in CT Nov 16th 2008 at 11:58 am EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 11:58 am EST)

You described it perfectly!!! A bunch of empty run on sentences.

As Jay Leno joked the other night.... Palin has received many, many phone calls asking her to run for President in 2012. All of those calls were from Democrats.

: )

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By CNN (corrupt news network) loves corrupt policiticians and lobbyists. Nov 16th 2008 at 12:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:00 pm EST)

Mitzi........surprising she has a degree in journalism! she can't speak well and her english sucks. she can only speak 1 liner attacks at a given time. that's it.

Wolf loves mean, annoying, divisive people. he treated Obama like crap for 2 years...i cant forgive him for that. Wolf is getting to work in promoting plain for the next election.

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By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:00 pm EST)

You see, although she does know a lot of English words, she also does not understand how to put them together there so that they are impactful. Remember, too, that Sarah attended 5 colleges over 6 years to get her degree in journalism. (I can't even write like she speaks . . . I tried. She likes "impactful" and "impacting," too.)

Have some fun with the Sarah Palin Quote Generator here: Link

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By Yesican Nov 16th 2008 at 12:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:03 pm EST)

You know i don't mean no disrespect. But when i hear Sarah on TV i literaly turn the channel because she has no substance. She is so irrelevant. She talks, thinks like a high school kid. Her politics and speaking sound so juvenile that it just makes me sick. She repeats campaign talking points as though the campaign is still going on. She is such an irritant and a waste of time. I don't even know why she is given so much air time. She has nothing new to say. No substance. Nothing intellectual. She jumbles sentences that i can't understand what the hecjk she is talking about. Actually you noticed no one ever talks about her anymore on this blog coz Palin is a big sham being put over us by the media and repubs. I wish she will be the front runner come 2012.

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By CNN (corrupt news network) loves corrupt policiticians and lobbyists. Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:26 pm EST)

Palin can start memorizing Obama's policies and add "also" to it and make it hers. wolf is nauciating.

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By Yesican Nov 16th 2008 at 12:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:37 pm EST)

And to drive her point home she makes herself sound confident by stressing points like she is really saying something of substance. Almost want you to beleive like she is full of substance and all she is is an empty shell. Maan. Mccain and repubs really tried to pull one on the American people and scaring thing is Mccain got 46million votes.

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By Terry From Rome, NY... A Team Member Welcoming Rivals For The Betterment of All. Nov 16th 2008 at 12:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:19 pm EST)

My brother in law loved Palin, until he actually took the time to listen to her, rather than oogle her this past week. LOL, he told me he would've choked to death if he had paid attention during the election.

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By Yesican Nov 16th 2008 at 12:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:31 pm EST)

Geez. Who did he vote for. Does he want to take his vot back from Plain. LOL

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:27 pm EST)

So, maybe that's why ??? I always understand Barack, or Michelle, or Joe, or Jill, or Hillary, or Bill, or Fareed Zacharia, or Jake Cafferty, etc..., even if from time to time I may miss a word, I understood Palin during the debate with Joe, but right now... during this interview with Wolf Blitzer... it's very very difficult ! In plus, she speaks so quickly...

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By Yesican Nov 16th 2008 at 12:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:28 pm EST)

I have a chinese friend who told me that Palin sounds like a chinese who is just learning how to speak english the way she structures her sentences and her use of vocabulary. Its almost like fill in the blanks whereby you have a sentence and a blank space to fill in a word in order to complete the sentence. She explained it something like that...

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By MOG-- Champaign, IL Nov 16th 2008 at 12:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:51 pm EST)

I really don't think she is speaking English. My aunt has lived in Alaska for 65 years and she doesn't speak like that so Sarah had to learn to speak that way. She needs to get her money back from colleges that she attended none of them served her well at all.

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By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 12:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:48 pm EST)

make it go away. is media going to force her down our throats for the next four years?

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By Carmen From New York City, NY Nov 16th 2008 at 3:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:44 pm EST)

I am waiting for someone to come out from the Republican party and say GOTCHA. This has been one hilarious ride with her. Unbelievable. So glad she's gone and I hope she does not come back. I can jump off a cliff with that voice of hers. I can't stand it....I can't stand it no more.

I'm not only standing tall... | Report to Admin

By Terry From Rome, NY... A Team Member Welcoming Rivals For The Betterment of All. Nov 16th 2008 at 12:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:02 pm EST)

I have a great big smile on my face to boot! My 7 year old nephew and 3 1/2 year old neice look on me as their hero, it is so humbling. Because I remember the impact Kennedy had on me at their age the look on their faces when I gave them t-shirts and buttons from Grant Park, were priceless.

Ah.. the Drudge Report... for Democrats | Report to Admin

By NY Woman for Obama Nov 16th 2008 at 12:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:10 pm EST)

Thanks to the blogger above for the realitychex link - I appreciate it!

Found the following GREAT news:

BILL CLINTON WILL CAMPAIGN FOR MARTING IN GA
11:02 AM ET

Clinton will hit the trail in Georgia Wednesday.
(CNN)

— Three weeks before Georgia’s December 2 Senate runoff vote, former President Bill Clinton

– the last Democratic presidential candidate to carry the state

– will stump for his party’s candidate Jim Martin, locked in a tight race with incumbent Republican Saxby Chambliss.

Clinton, who first visited the state for Martin last fall, will become the first high-profile Democrat to visit the state to campaign for the Senate challenger since Election Day.

The former president’s campaign event in Atlanta Wednesday will have an economic focus, according to Martin’s campaign.
Link

Another way to look at this Hillary as SOS thing | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:16 pm EST)

Well, at least Obama has fulfilled his pledge to put at least one Republican in his cabinent, if he offers her the position and she accepts.

HA! I kid, I kid.

It seems interesting that many Republicans and hawks are liking this rumor. That is disappointing to me. One of the main things I liked about Obama is his nuanced way of looking at foreign policy, and Hillary seems to be out of touch with that. But, I must remind myself that she'll be HIS employee and she'll have to conform to HIS vision, which I suppose she is capable of.

As you can tell, I'm preparing myself for her to be named. This is a very tough pill to swallow, so I'm chopping it up and swallowing it little by little, and trusting that this pill will be good for me.

Re: Another way to look at this Hillary as SOS thing | Report to Admin

By CNN (corrupt news network) loves corrupt policiticians and lobbyists. Nov 16th 2008 at 12:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:33 pm EST)

Hillary won't add her personal agenda to sos.
she must have EARNED Obama team's TRUST for sure.

as long as she doesn't cater to lobbyists iam ok with her being the sos.

Re: Another way to look at this Hillary as SOS thing | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:41 pm EST)

Valerie Jarret will keep an eye on her too, that's for sure.

The one pleasure I get out of this is thinking about how she would be working at Obama's pleasure. What a role reversal... from the woman who was talking about him being her VP at one point...now she works at PE Obama's pleasure.

Re: Another way to look at this Hillary as SOS thing | Report to Admin

By ♫ Cynthia ♫ championing choice, affordability and quality Healthcare in all 50 states Nov 16th 2008 at 12:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:45 pm EST)

I read one comment which said her future would be in his hands. What a change! Which means she would have to have a lot of faith in him.

But who do you trust the most? I trust PE Obama.

Re: Another way to look at this Hillary as SOS thing | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:02 pm EST)

Yes she would. If she went all rogue, she'd be canned and embarrassed for being insubordinate and basically confirming what many suspect - which is that she's not a team player.

I do think she'd be a good soldier because the alternative is political suicide.

Re: Another way to look at this Hillary as SOS thing | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 2:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:10 pm EST)

The truth of the matter is that HRC and Obama aren't really all that different on foreign policy.

She said some hawkish things during the primary to differentiate herself from Barack, but on paper their views are VERY similar.

The Agenda Pages are back at ... | Report to Admin

By Connie_W in Arizona Nov 16th 2008 at 12:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:17 pm EST)

Oh, good! The Agenda pages are back at change.gov

I've been wanting to direct certain conservative acquaintances to change.gov but without the Agenda pages, it wasn't much good.

Re: The Agenda Pages are back at ... | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 12:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:54 pm EST)

did they add something new that wasn't there before?

No to the Bail Out | Report to Admin

By NY Woman for Obama Nov 16th 2008 at 12:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:28 pm EST)

If you are against the current Bail Out plan, you can easily contact all your representatives in one fell swoop.

I just wrote the following to mine - see the link below and you can do the same:

"We just learned that in a conference call a Bank CEO plans to use the Bail Out money given to them for loans to buy up more banks instead of providing loans as promised.

The banks' reporting was due, and now, past due.

Why put out the Welcome Mat for foxes at the Chicken Coop Door? Why is not only the door unlocked but left wide open?

I suggest the following:
1. Banks draft a contract proposal, in writing, with a step by step plan, with milestones for money

2. Representatives must accept their proposal

3. NO money is given to them unless they reach and report and are confirmed for the expenditure in the contracted milestone.

When banks loan money to others this is what they expect. We should expect the same of them.

It is criminal negligence to use the American Taxpayer as a victim, the majority of whom strongly disagree with this blase handover of all our money.

Link

Re: No to the Bail Out | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 1:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:01 pm EST)

i'm agnostic on the bailout at the moment. i want to know what gm's profits are like in latin america and china first. but let's remember who GM is. they put out the humvee. that was a rolling FU sign on wheels to any concern about the environment or conservation. it's beyond ironic that a company that put forth a message of "me first" and "i don't care what you think" is now rattling their tin cup and begging for charity.

Re: No to the Bail Out | Report to Admin

By Marbwi Nov 16th 2008 at 2:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:10 pm EST)

The Death of Republican Philosophy Link

John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By jerry25 Nov 16th 2008 at 12:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:29 pm EST)

Does anyone know who has Seniority to replace Biden as Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee?

I believe it could be Chris Dodd or Kerry.
Here are the members:
Link

Many of us would like to see Kerry as SOS and certainly he is the most qualified on paper.

However, Hillary seems to have the job if she wants it, and she would be pretty effective too (though for other reasons).

However, I don't hear anyone in the media mentioning Kerry becoming Chair of the SFRC (the media has its own agenda). That position is the most powerful FP position in Congress as Joe Biden has proven.

I would love to see Kerry have that Chair. I wonder if Dodd is in line for that spot? I would much rather see Kerry get that spot. That is the sort of politics that is probably going on behind the scenes. Dodd was also great for Obama, but he is better for Economy.

Re: John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:46 pm EST)

That would be nice. I feel bad for Kerry, but this is politics and I'm sure Obama has mentioned the possibility of naming Hillary as SOS a while ago.

I'm realizing that leaking this Hillary as SOS was to get people thinking about it and getting used to the idea. If he kept it secret and then just announced it, it would have been really crazy. But now, every day people can mull it over, dissect it, discuss it, and so when she's named officially - it's just confirming what we all knew.

Re: John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Nov 16th 2008 at 12:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:56 pm EST)

I'm a John Kerry fan!

Re: John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 1:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:06 pm EST)

who is going to get hillary's seat IF she leaves the senate?

Re: John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 1:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:09 pm EST)

There's a Democratic governor. I can't imagine there being a shortage of adequate Democrats from NY.

I just read that Guiliani may run for governor of NY. I wish he'd just go away.

Re: John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By AZgrammy-"O"-wing Nov 16th 2008 at 1:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:17 pm EST)

That would be a Gov of New York Appointment...

Like it will be Gov Of Illinois who will appoint Barack Obama's replacement....

Think they then have to hold an election next?
But the Gov-appointed-one has a leg-up by already having been in the office.

Re: John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 1:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:27 pm EST)

i've heard bobby kennedy jr. mentioned as a possible hillary replacement.

Re: John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 1:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:17 pm EST)

or if the leaks about hillary were false, and kerry gets sos, can she get biden's chair at the foreign relations committee?

also, what happens to richard holbrooke?

Re: John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By TstormLortonVA "Health Care Reform Now!: Nov 16th 2008 at 2:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:08 pm EST)

Holbrouke for NSA?

Re: John Kerry's future | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 2:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:35 pm EST)

he has a reassuring quality about him.

ezraklein | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 12:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:29 pm EST)

i like this signal:

One of the themes I've been trying to push lately is that the success of Obama's presidency is dependent on his ability to navigate an increasingly dysfunctional Congress, and that the ability to pass bills through the institution requires pretty fair knowledge of how it works and pretty good relationships with the key players. Clinton didn't have that. He entered office and showed very little respect for congressional expertise, surrounding himself with trusted associates from Arkansas and young hotshots from his campaign.
Obama is not making the same mistake. He's surrounded himself with Gephardt and Daschle advisers, elevated Rahm Emanuel to chief of staff, and just named Phil Schiliro to be the administration's point person on legislative affairs. Schirilo was previously Henry Waxman's chief of staff, and as Marc Ambinder says, was "known as one of the savviest, smartest chiefs of staffs in DC." He also served as policy director to Tom Daschle

Link

Nothing serious | Report to Admin

By ♫ Cynthia ♫ championing choice, affordability and quality Healthcare in all 50 states Nov 16th 2008 at 12:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:34 pm EST)

Hello Obama Family,

I don't post a lot anymore, and this is not a serious post but here's my favorite snarky comment from the election and it's not mean but funny.

If Barack Obama does win the election tomorrow, it will be in considerable measure because he managed to teach Sarah Palin what a Community Organizer is capable of.

Namely, in this case, it would be organizing enough people to send her back to her community.

Keith Olbermann
11-3-2008 Countdown program
Ground Game is Bedrock of Election Victory

Do you have a favorite?

Re: Nothing serious | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 16th 2008 at 12:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:42 pm EST)

LOL. That was great.

Re: Nothing serious | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 12:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 12:45 pm EST)

from a wsj oped that tried to rehab bush's image and explain his low approval numbers :

"this is the price mr. bush is paying for trying to work with both democrats & republicans..."

from colbert, covering the japanese city of obama celebrating barack's victory:

the clockwise hula is the hula of shame.

Chambliss Refusing to Speak in Imperial Sugar Case | Report to Admin

By ObamaCanada Nov 16th 2008 at 1:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:14 pm EST)

News Three was the first to tell you Georgia Senator Saxby Chambliss had been subpoenaed by Savannah Attorney Mark Tate in the case against Imperial Sugar.

Tate, who represents families of the deceased, subpoenaed Chambliss because he believes Chambliss has pertinent information for the case.
In a News Three follow-up, we've gotten word that Chambliss' lawyer is moving to quash the subpoena.

Tate says attorneys for Chambliss claim he has immunity because he's a U.S. Senator.
"Our clients have said to reporters that they have felt like he was trying to influence them and dissuade them from filing lawsuits. That's the kind of activity a U.S. Senator does not enjoy privilege to conduct," explains Tate.
We were unable to reach Senator Chambliss' Office for comment.

***Sounds like Chambliss thinks he's above the law.

Re: Chambliss Refusing to Speak in Imperial Sugar Case | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 1:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:24 pm EST)

Georgia Senator Saxby Chambliss had been subpoenaed

lol. perfect.

what's the case against imperial sugar about?

Re: Chambliss Refusing to Speak in Imperial Sugar Case | Report to Admin

By Lawrence Gwyn Nov 16th 2008 at 1:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:43 pm EST)

Hi Family. Does anyone know if the President-Elect will appear on behalf of Martin down here in Georgia?

Re: Chambliss Refusing to Speak in Imperial Sugar Case | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 1:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:52 pm EST)

i haven't heard that he will. maybe they're keeping it mum in order to spring a surprise appearance in ga. wouldn't that be exciting?

Re: Chambliss Refusing to Speak in Imperial Sugar Case | Report to Admin

By ObamaCanada Nov 16th 2008 at 1:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:49 pm EST)

I'm not sure yet-but it could have something to do with this:

The day of reckoning appears to be nearing for Imperial Sugar. The company's Savannah sugar refinery exploded in February, killing 13 people and injuring scores more. Three-workers remain hospitalized. Today, after a nearly six-month investigation, officials from the Occuaptional Safety and Health Administration issued their findings and proposed fines.

If they stick, the fines would be the third-largest in OSHA history: $5 million for alleged violations at the Imperial Sugar refinery in Savannah and another $3 million for violations at the company's refinery in Gramercy, Louisiana. Many of these violations relate to a build-up of combustible sugar dust. OSHA Assistant Secretary Edwin Foulke expressed outrage over what he called Imperial Sugar's "complete disregard" for its workers' safety.

"Imperial Sugar managers had been repeatedly informed of serious combustible dust hazard at the facility as early as 2002," Faulke says. "While the company took steps to determine what hazards were there, they took no reasonable action to fix the problems."

In all, OSHA found 120 violations at the Savannah refinery, including 61 "egregious" violations. The agency says, the refinery had electrical hazards, fall hazards, machine guarding hazards and poor housekeeping related to combustible dust. OSHA's regional director Cindy Coe says excess dust fueled the deadly blast.

Re: Chambliss Refusing to Speak in Imperial Sugar Case | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 1:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:56 pm EST)

omgosh.

i thought it might have something to do with price fixing.

Re: Chambliss Refusing to Speak in Imperial Sugar Case | Report to Admin

By ObamaCanada Nov 16th 2008 at 1:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:56 pm EST)

U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss has been ordered to provide evidence in lawsuits stemming from the Feb. 7 Imperial Sugar Co. explosion and fire.The Republican lawmaker was subpeonaed Wednesday on behalf of four victims - two dead and two injured - of the Port Wentworth inferno that killed 14 and hurt scores of others.

Savannah attorney Mark Tate says Chambliss might be part of an Imperial "effort to shift responsibility" away from the company.Imperial Sugar Plant Explosion Click here to read about the Sugar Plant explosion as well as view photos and video.

The lawsuits, which Tate filed on behalf of the four victims and others, claim Imperial "wrongfully" failed to remove hazards that caused the disaster.

The U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration reached nearly the same conclusion. It is seeking to fine Imperial $8.8 million for safety violations at Port Wentworth and at its plant in Gramercy, La. The company is appealing.

Tate says he thinks Imperial enlisted Chambliss to help "denigrate the reputation" and "bias the Chatham County jury pool" against Graham H. Graham, Imperial Sugar's vice president for operations.

Graham said at a July Senate hearing that the company stymied his efforts to make the plants safer.At the hearing, Chambliss, who in 2007 received $1,000 from Imperial's political committee, badgered Graham and questioned the Imperial executive's sincerity.

The subpoena orders Chambliss to testify under oath Thursday at Tate's office. It also tells him to produce papers and e-mails provided to him by Imperial, related companies and Imperial's law firm.

Tate also said Chambliss attended meetings with two of his clients and top Imperial officials, including President and CEO John Sheptor.The clients' "impression" was that they were told "it would be better to let the government handle the matter than to litigate," Tate said.

Sheptor denies discouraging Graham from trying to make the plants safer and says Graham "exaggerated" at the hearing to divert blame from himself.

Re: Chambliss Refusing to Speak in Imperial Sugar Case | Report to Admin

By ObamaCanada Nov 16th 2008 at 2:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:02 pm EST)

Well, we know Chamliss is racist; it now appears he's dirty. He does not deserve to be a US Senator and needs to be taken down.

Re: Chambliss Refusing to Speak in Imperial Sugar Case | Report to Admin

By Patriot2008 Nov 16th 2008 at 2:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:46 pm EST)

I think Chambliss is toast at this point. The Sugar Refinery case has been a big issue. The explosion was heard well into South Carolina. He needs to go ASAP!

American Born Jounalists and Foreign Born Journalists | Report to Admin

By Nomination>FISA;PE>SOS;next time to be betrayed by a politician:2012 Nov 16th 2008 at 1:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:21 pm EST)

If anyone saw Wolf Blitzers stupid questions to Jerret (whether Obama will be willing to hear good ideas of Palin) or to Palin, (would you be willing to offer help to Obama if he asks), compare those interviews with the one going on right now on CNN with Zakariya facilitating a discussion thats of pure substance. I think we need to hire foreign born journalists asap to improve the MSM and hopefully in future to hire a foreign born President. I am sick of the so called big name white journalsists like anderson cooper , wolf blitzer who are my opinion are mentally impaired and histrionics

Re: American Born Jounalists and Foreign Born Journalists | Report to Admin

By ObamaCanada Nov 16th 2008 at 2:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:13 pm EST)

Both Wolf and Anderson Cooper give Palin very good positive coverage, which is the deal they made with her when she agreed to do the interview.

That's why their reporting on her is so biased.

Hillary Discussion | Report to Admin

By jerry25 Nov 16th 2008 at 1:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:24 pm EST)

The MSM is so narrow minded and predictable.
Regarding the Hillary as SOS discussion, I found a good story (and comments) at 538.com of all places:

Link

Maybe it is the detailed-oriented types that go there are read Nate Silver.

Of importance is the talk (Chris Bowers Blog) about Hillary not getting her way in the Senate on Health Care as a possible influence to accept SOS.

Also, they discuss in detail "what next" for Hillary, if she accepted SOS, because it is agreed she probably wouldn't stay more that 6 years as SOS (George Schultz lasted 7 years under Reagan).

Anyway, its time to get back to work. Enough fun for today speculating.

Re: Hillary Discussion | Report to Admin

By Beautiful Shades Of Fuchia Nov 16th 2008 at 2:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:29 pm EST)

I especially liked the comment that Philip Meyer posted. Very interesting.

Obama staff combines DC minds with Chicago roots | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 1:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:41 pm EST)

President-elect Barack Obama is forming a White House leadership team that combines experienced Washington insiders who can help build a bridge with Congress and trusted associates who share his Chicago roots.

Link

Re: Obama staff combines DC minds with Chicago roots | Report to Admin

By Naod from Pontiac, MI Nov 16th 2008 at 1:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:56 pm EST)

Kissinger says Hillary would be an outastanding diplomat. It seems we are heading back to GOP's foreign policy strategy. Is Obama backing off from his progressive world perspective? Gut check for him.

Re: Obama staff combines DC minds with Chicago roots | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 2:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:03 pm EST)

What are you talking about?

HRC is NOT a neo-con.

Can we stop the HRC bashing please...

Re: Obama staff combines DC minds with Chicago roots | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 2:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:29 pm EST)

he didn't say she was a neocon, but there is no denying she's way hawkish. hillary publicly applauded israel's assault on lebanon. and she had no qualms about promising to "totally obliterate" iran. sorry if you feel like that's bashing, but those are the facts.

Re: Obama staff combines DC minds with Chicago roots | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 16th 2008 at 3:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:35 pm EST)

I agree and remember if the Repugs think it's a good ideal that Hillary be SOS you better start worrying!!!

Re: Obama staff combines DC minds with Chicago roots | Report to Admin

By LaShanda (GRAB A MOP!) Nov 16th 2008 at 2:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:21 pm EST)

I am no fan of HRC, but you just went over the cliff with that comment!

Re: Obama staff combines DC minds with Chicago roots | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 2:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:24 pm EST)

what if the whole "hillary for sos" story was a false leak?

Obama's Filling The White House, And Early | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 16th 2008 at 1:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:47 pm EST)

Per Ambinder:

The Obama transition office dropped more senior staff appointments this morning. The names are interesting in themselves -- an ideologically diverse passel of people -- but, again, what's remarkable, at least for a Democrat, is how early Obama is staffing his White House. Most of Bill Clinton's senior staff weren't appointed until a least a month later. Read the press release after the jump.

Link

Re: Obama's Filling The White House, And Early | Report to Admin

By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 16th 2008 at 2:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:16 pm EST)

Thanks, Kim. Just saw these names on CNN crawl while watching GPS. Was wondering about them. Thanks for doing my homework for me. LOL

Hugs, Vicki

Re: Obama's Filling The White House, And Early | Report to Admin

By Marbwi Nov 16th 2008 at 2:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:28 pm EST)

It is also available at change.gov

Reconnecting with people we volunteered with | Report to Admin

By Catherine Nov 16th 2008 at 1:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 1:57 pm EST)

Hey, everyone. I met some wonderful people while volunteering with the campaign and am trying to find some of them. I'm looking for Steven, Derrick, and Miriam from the W. Lake phone bank in Chicago on election day - if you're here, message me! It was a honor working with all of you that day and I'll never forget it. Would love to be in touch.

Catherine
(from Boston)

cabinet | Report to Admin

By Marbwi Nov 16th 2008 at 2:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:00 pm EST)

The Clinton Cabinet
January 20, 1993 - January 20, 2001
Link

Executive Department ///Secretary/// Service Dates

Secretary of State
Warren M. Christopher 1993-97
Madeleine Albright 1997-01

Secretary of the Treasury
Lloyd Bentsen 1993-94
Robert E. Rubin 1995-99
Lawrence H. Summers 1999-01

Secretary of Defense
Les Aspin 1993-94
William J. Perry 1994-97
William S. Cohen 1997-01

Attorney General
Janet Reno 1993-01

Secretary of the Interior
Bruce Babbitt 1993-01

Secretary of Agriculture
Mike Espy 1993-95
Dan Glickman 1995-01

Secretary of Commerce
Ronald H. Brown 1993-96
Mickey Kantor 1996-97
William M. Daley 1997-00
Norman Y. Mineta 2000-01

Secretary of Labor
Robert B. Reich 1993-97
Alexis Herman 1997-01

Secretary of Health and Human Services
Donna E. Shalala 1993-01

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Henry G. Cisneros 1993-97
Andrew M. Cuomo 1997-01

Secretary of Transportation
Federico F. Peña 1993-97
Rodney Slater 1997-01

Secretary of Energy
Hazel R. O'Leary 1993-97
Frederico F. Peña 1997-98
Bill Richardson 1998-01

Secretary of Education
Richard W. Riley 1993-01

Secretary of Veterans' Affairs
Jesse Brown 1993-98
Togo D. West Jr. 1998-00

Change | Report to Admin

By meta Nov 16th 2008 at 2:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:09 pm EST)

A beautiful essay about Barack and the end and the beginning of politcal eras by Ron Suskind in the NYT:

Link

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 16th 2008 at 2:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:41 pm EST)

Meta, Thanks for this article. A must read peeps.

Hugs, Vicki

Re: Change | Report to Admin

By Roxanne from Bowie Nov 16th 2008 at 3:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:31 pm EST)

Thank you for the link to this wonderful descriptive article. I cried once again.

PLEASE READ!!

Re: Change | Report to Admin

By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 16th 2008 at 3:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:51 pm EST)

Great article; thanks for sharing.

nblb | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 16th 2008 at 2:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:16 pm EST)

new thread up:

Link

NBLB | Report to Admin

By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 16th 2008 at 2:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:18 pm EST)

New thread !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Link

Remembering All Patriots | Report to Admin

By Patriot2008 Nov 16th 2008 at 2:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:37 pm EST)

"Our fathers' God, to thee, author of liberty, to thee we sing; long may our land be bright
with freedom's holy light; protect us by thy might, great God, our King" (America, My Country Tis of Thee). (sniff, sniff!!!)

Re: Remembering All Patriots | Report to Admin

By yesterdaygone : they said this day would never come Nov 16th 2008 at 2:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 2:50 pm EST)

amen.

ATTENTION! Barack Obama not a "natural born citizen"? | Report to Admin

By Jasmine from Upper Marlboro, MD Nov 16th 2008 at 3:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:06 pm EST)

Ok, There are several lawsuits around the Country, that are challenging Barack Obama's presidency becuase they claim, he is not a "Natural born citizen".

And there is another lawsuit in New Jersey that might get up to the Supreme Court.

Go to this blog to find out!

Link

^^^^I am very worried.

And there is another lawsuit in California, by a Indepedent who is challeging the Sec. Of state in California, for them to not give there electoral votes to Obama untill they prove he is a "natural born citizen".

Does anybody else know about this????

Re: ATTENTION! Barack Obama not a "natural born citizen"? | Report to Admin

By TstormLortonVA "Health Care Reform Now!: Nov 16th 2008 at 3:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 3:37 pm EST)

The election is over...we won. Get a life!

Re: ATTENTION! Barack Obama not a "natural born citizen"? | Report to Admin

By Jasmine from Upper Marlboro, MD Nov 16th 2008 at 4:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:13 pm EST)

Ok first of all, what are you talking about?

Of course we won, I know that.

I'm just asking does the Obama camp know about these law suits.

And why are you telling me to "get a life"?

I'm just telling you guys about these lawsuits that's all.

Geze, what the f^ck is your problem?

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By Amy Nov 16th 2008 at 4:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:46 pm EST)

So OVER IT! Barack was born in Hawaii. The last time I looked, Hawaii is the 50th state in the Union. People have been saying since the beginning that his birth certificate is fake, he's not a US citizen blah, blah, blah. There are NO lawsuits.
Just the Repugs trying to stir everything up because they couldn't talk about the issues.

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By Carmen From New York City, NY Nov 16th 2008 at 4:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:51 pm EST)

Jasmine, this is over. It is irrelevant. Not true. Not true. The past..... Done......

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By Colin Inspired by President Obama' s proper bearings and strong visionary leadership. Nov 16th 2008 at 4:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 4:51 pm EST)

Jasmine, haven't you heard? Barack Obama was born on planet Krypton. His father is Jor-El.

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By CNN (corrupt news network) loves corrupt policiticians and lobbyists. Nov 16th 2008 at 6:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 6:09 pm EST)

these kind of news are for entertainment tonight and haniity and wolf. send em to them.

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By Nomination>FISA;PE>SOS;next time to be betrayed by a politician:2012 Nov 16th 2008 at 7:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 16th 2008 at 7:46 pm EST)

these people are crazy..just watch it for entertainment purpose:
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By Oregon Cats For Peace Love Barack! Nov 17th 2008 at 1:24 am EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 1:24 am EST)

I love this video! I spent a yr and a half knocking on doors and making calls for Barack and for our country! I am so proud of not only myself but all volunteers and voters in our great nation. I am still pinching myself that Barack Obama is going to be in our president! It's amazing and 1/20/09 can't get here soon enough! PEACE

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By Republian Defector Nov 17th 2008 at 2:35 am EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 2:35 am EST)

Now that the elections are over and the right man for the job won, I am sincerely hoping, requesting on behalf of two fine Border Patrol Agents, their children and comrades, that President Elect Obama please pardon

Agent Ramos

and

Agent Compean

These brave men were wrongly convicted in federal court by one of Bushs henchman Federal Prosecutor johnny sutton of San Antonio. They were protecting our country, our border, they encountered an illegal who was bringing many pounds of dope into the country. In the struggle the agents fired in self defense.

The Bush administration worked nonstop to go to Mexico, locate the drug dealer shot in the buttocks, give him immunity, bring him back to the US and testify against these good men. Bush made sure johnny sutton prosecuted and put these men away for many years, while letting the drug dealer go, and paying him alot of money.

Bush was sent millions of petitions requesting he pardon these men, and he snubbed them. He was more concerned about appeasing Mexico, rather than doing the right thing. The prosecutor used a law made for use against mob crimes and gang crimes on these agents, therefore the jury had no leway in sentencing.

Bush, did these heroes dirty, we are asking President Elect Obama to consider the millions of petition signatures, and free these men.

This is another example of Bush being hateful, and arrogant against a majority of Americans who demanded he release these wrongly convicted agents.

Please Pardon

Agents Ramos and Compean, send them back to their wives and kids where they belong. They have been faithful servants to their country, and served with valor and dedication.

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By Lisa from Marblehead, MA Nov 17th 2008 at 10:43 am EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 10:43 am EST)

Help! We're collecting all of Obama's campaign buttons to mark this historic occasion. Please send us any images you have. Thanks.

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By Dorothy from White Salmon, WA Nov 17th 2008 at 2:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 2:44 pm EST)

As a Clinton supporter who then supported Barack Obama, I am just sick to read the posts that his supporters are making ridiculing her. Her embellishment of Bosnia wasn't near the big story that Barack Obama told about his parents meeting in Selma - 4 years after he was born.

Perhaps it would do everyone a bit of good to take a step back and trust that Barack Obama will put the most qualified person in the Sec of State job - and from where I sit, that is Hillary Clinton.

There are a couple things everyone should remember.
1) Barack Obama won the nomination - not from the voters but from the Superdelegates, many after he had contributed to their campaigns.

2) You would do well to remember that without Hillary and Bill Clinton, Barack Obama just might not have been the president-elect because their campaigning in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Florida brought those states into his column.

I really didn't think Barack Obama supporters could be as nasty as some I have read here. I have fully supported him and now I am just disgusted reading these remarks. What happened to the unity that he and Hillary wanted? I don't think you are truly supporters to say the mean spirited things you are saying.

By the way, when Hillary was asked a question as to "what would you do if Iran attacked Israel?", Hillary did say she would obliterate them. Hillary always supported the Jewish community and that support was why Barack Obama won Florida - so put your claws back in your pocket and give Barack Obama some credit for making the best choice for his administration.

Meow....

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By Fama Nov 17th 2008 at 7:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 17th 2008 at 7:23 pm EST)

I feel compelled to reply to your last paragraph which I find troubling. For clarity let me paste it to follow:

By the way, when Hillary was asked a question as to "what would you do if Iran attacked Israel?", Hillary did say she would obliterate them. Hillary always supported the Jewish community and that support was why Barack Obama won Florida - so put your claws back in your pocket and give Barack Obama some credit for making the best choice for his administration.

Too often we hear this type of loose talk about a war with Iran. I'm going to call it like it is and anxiously await your reply. The entire world is faced with an economic catastrophe which mandates that all nations must take the diplomatic path to resolution of crises. So you can take your claws and put them back into your pocket.

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By Dr. Robert E. from Cumming, GA Nov 18th 2008 at 12:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 18th 2008 at 12:23 pm EST)

My fellow DEMS and Obama-Biden admirers,

The controversy surrounding H. Clinton as Sec. of State is a moot point; simply consider the travesty to our Republic had the GOP won the national election! Perhaps Eliz. Dole for this post (ugh)?

The point is to pick the most competent person for the position, not the most controversial...

Cheers, carpe diem, and blessings to our new Administration.

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By William C. from Springfield, MO Nov 20th 2008 at 3:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 20th 2008 at 3:28 pm EST)

The Auto industry has sat on its patents with no action since "Tucker" and have lost all credibility. We should pass a law that all patents that have not become products after 5 years should be open to public use in the United States, with no penalty. I believe that this would give us a whole new healthy automobile manufacturing industry!

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By Cory from Post Falls, ID Nov 20th 2008 at 4:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 20th 2008 at 4:40 pm EST)

The so called birth certificate that we have seen, is not a birth cerificate it is a Cerification of live birth.
Also, Obama's father would of been Nergo or Black, not African.
So where is the real birth certificate?
How come he won't produce it?

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