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Only in America can we stand up and say our vote does not count. It blows my mind to think in the cradle of democracy, we now tell the world the votes of the people do not count.
It is a shame the media has played this into headlines and not into what is best for our country. CNN sold us on going to war with Iraq, now they are selling us on our next President. Saturday Night Live played up the "truth through humor" on what CNN has done during the debates.
This process has turned into a campaign on age, race, and gender. I thought we were better then politics based on discrimination. Shame of the democrats for telling us our votes do not count. If they DID count we would not be having this discussion today.
We have history in the making...the downfall of America as a Superpower.
Hillary should be the candidate.
I find it funny Hillary is blamed for the Canada Gate and Rezko Gate. It looks like the Skeletons are about to come out of Obama closets. Can the Dems when once all his skeletons come out? Hillary is the best to fight McCain. We all have seen her skeletons.
Finally you pick the same choice as the viewers. Mr. Fierce was FIERCE all season long. Christian is the New Dior or Givenchy. He will be a fashion legend. His tears when he won were touching to everyone as they showed his real nature versus his fierce attitude. He is truly best in class!
As far as Rami and Jillian....
Rami should have never made it to the final three. His crisscross was great...but that is it. If Chris has not used human hair but goat hair he would have been "in". Viewers Picked him over Rami. Plus was a story to tell about the come back kid.....
Jillian. Anyone who wants to be a super hero so she can kick people she does not like in the face......enough said. Rami said it best...she is annoying!!
First, the votes should count!
Hillary respected the voters of Michigan and Florida by remaining on the ballot. Obama choose not to be on the ballot. So who is playing politics? I want to support a candidate who is there for me no matter what the obstacle.
A candidate of change would not ignore the voters.
All candidates made the decision on supporting the voters of Michigan and Florida by making the effort to be on the ballot.
Second, are we a third world country where we need an outside country monitor a free and fair elections?
What is the issue with him being blacker? He is bi-racial and his church supports the black community. He makes no claim to being white. Is he not proud to be black?
Stop playing the race card and just stand on the issues.
Why would you punish people for their vote? Is that not why we invaded Iraq? Is that not why we are still there? Does someone need to invade the USA so we can have free and fair elections?
The fear that comes with this speech is more on the idealogy of the Trojan Horse. Most Americans did not see Obama as a black man but a man. His motivational speeches got the entire country talking politics.
Is this idea a dirty trick or the dirty truth? The dirty truth is the racism runs both ways. Obama appears to have been raised on a religion that is not supportive of its country or its people. The dirty truth is he is aware of the feelings of his church but denies the knowledge.
He clings to his black heritage but ignores the white heritage. His campaign tried to pull the race card when they accused Clinton of claiming he was not a Chirstian but Muslim. The truth will seek you out.
The problem with Obama is his experience. With time, he could have molded himself into the image the media created for him. He has played politics and will pay for his inexperience.
What he should have done was be the better man, accept the voters choice in Michigan and Florida and conceded to Clinton. He took his name off the Michigan ballot. He choose not to be a voters choice. Take responsibilty for your actions.
Then he could have been VP running mate, then President. He could have had a 16 year run. Talk about change!!
The mud on Obama has only just begin. I am afraid the skeletons in this closet are not going to be pretty. They will divide the country even more.
How different is Rev. Wright's message on America then those who would see harm come to America?
Obama is no stranger to the message Rev. Wright's message. His wife is finally proud to be American! Connect the dots.....
Does anyone remember Oklahoma City bombing? These were people who hated America and they were Americans.
We are dealing with deep rooted hate. Christians do not preach hate from the pulpit. Christians do not support those but distnace themselves from those kind of people.
Does anyone remember the "luke warm" comment? When in Rome? Render to Ceaser what is Ceasars? Obama, are you hot or cold?
If I wanted to watch the real history about the Tudors, I would watch the history channel. The casting and costumes are right out of a Harlequin Romance novel. This is one of the best entertainment pieces Showtime has put out in years. It is what it is, light entertainment.
After a long day of CNN and our current politcal landscape, the Tudors are a nice escape from reality. Can someone banish some of the current candidates and reporters from court?
It is nice not to have to think for 58 minutes but I have to confess, I did go on line to research the facts about the "real" characters. So maybe it is a job well done.