What worries me about Obama's policies?

[chefsteph07]

Another example of the extreme bias that goes on..
I read an article this morning about the conservative celebrities and Keley Grammer was quoted in it that he was forced early in his career to contribute to a democratic candidate for fear of losing his job. Someone else was quoted as saying that they can't belive Palin gets made fun of so much when there's so much good material on Obama. I'm gonna try and find that article again..and post it...it was interesting.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

You mean this one?

http://www.comcast.net/articles/entertainment/20081021/ENTERTAINMENT-US-REPUBLICANS/

 

[chefsteph07]

You mean this one?

http://www.comcast.net/articles/entertainment/20081021/ENTERTAINMENT-US-REPUBLICANS/

That's the one! I just grabbed it to post, thanks!

 

[crystalscookingnow]

My DH heard about the statement that Biden made yesterday. He said the radio program indicated that the FBI has already been meeting with the two candidates on this so that either of them can prepare. That's scary.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

My DH heard about the statement that Biden made yesterday. He said the radio program indicated that the FBI has already been meeting with the two candidates on this so that either of them can prepare. That's scary.

For the most part, the MSM is not making this a news story at all. Because they know if they do, McCains ratings will soar.

 

[chefsteph07]

For the most part, the MSM is not making this a news story at all. Because they know if they do, McCains ratings will soar.

I didn't watch MTP on Sunday when he made the statement, but the only reason I heard about it was on Rush yesterday...

 

[crystalscookingnow]

Dh doesn't usually listen to MSM. It was on an 'off' program, some type of talk radio, though I'm not sure which one.

 

[PamperedCaniac]

Dh doesn't usually listen to MSM. It was on an 'off' program, some type of talk radio, though I'm not sure which one.

Yes it was on yesterday afternoon on a talk radio station!

 

[gingertannery]

I just saw an article in the Adirondacks News that there is a possibly serious meeting going on right now. A United States plane landed at the airport there and it was unloaded by military and had many top leaders of other countries on it. I got the e-mail.. how can I put it on here???
Somethings is cooking.. and has been.

 

[gingertannery]

I figured it out...

Top international military officials meet in Adirondacks - Adirondack Daily Enterprise

 

[chefsteph07]

I figured it out...

Top international military officials meet in Adirondacks - Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Well if it's being reported it can't be all that worrisome, but interesting nonetheless...

 

[Kitchen Diva]

I figured it out...

Top international military officials meet in Adirondacks - Adirondack Daily Enterprise

That story didn't share much, so what's the story exactly? I'm confused... (which some days does not take much! )

 

[chefmeg]

I am praying that McCain gets BOLD in these last remaining days before the election and points out that the current economic situation can be directly related to Democrats.....I really think we need the undecideds to hear this from McCain!

 

[Kitchen Diva]

I am praying that McCain gets BOLD in these last remaining days before the election and points out that the current economic situation can be directly related to Democrats.....I really think we need the undecideds to hear this from McCain!

I agree. I'm very disapointed in his complacency (sp?)-I feel that he needs to adopt a real sense of urgency and not be like George Bush Sr. was the second time he ran, and like Bob Dole was when he ran. IT IS NOT in the bag for McCain- he needs to fight for this like he fought for his life when he was a POW!

Sorry, I'm a little worked up today.

 

[Stampaholic1961]

http://www.onenewsnow.com/Election2008/Default.aspx?id=293390

 

[JAE]

Here's a response about Biden's remarks.

http://www.bennettmornings.com/blog;jsessionid=36AFB15EF234B8A274180F12FDAEBB32?action=viewBlog&blogID=-56301266458641678

Biden said something like that Obama is going to be tested by foreign leaders,and he needs his supporters to respond to the test.

Now, we are not supposed to be concerned about Obama's judgement, right? We are supposed to trust his judgement in the same way we trust his judgement when choosing a church and choosing alliances? Hmmm.

 

[Kitchen Diva]

Here's a response about Biden's remarks.

http://www.bennettmornings.com/blog;jsessionid=36AFB15EF234B8A274180F12FDAEBB32?action=viewBlog&blogID=-56301266458641678

Biden said something like that Obama is going to be tested by foreign leaders,and he needs his supporters to respond to the test.

Now, we are not supposed to be concerned about Obama's judgement, right? We are supposed to trust his judgement in the same way we trust his judgement when choosing a church and choosing alliances? Hmmm.

Right, because just like they decided with President Clinton...what you do in your personal life has nothing to do with how you govern or make really important decisions. So if you can't make wise tiny decisions, I guess you automatically become stellar at making big decisions..:blushing:

 

[gingertannery]

Well if it's being reported it can't be all that worrisome, but interesting nonetheless...

It was reported.. but just in that local news. Someone snapped the pic.. and probably didn't know much else to report. I agree it may not mean anything.. but it also might mean something. I haven't heard the news anywhere else. Has anyone see this on any other news. Pretty squelched to me. And I agree.. very interesting.. especially since it is being reported that CIA is talking to both candidates about the near future.

A lady at our local Republican headquarters said she heard that when the question of Obama's birth certificate first came up.. he went to Hawaii to "Visit" ....hence his trip in August... and it is all coming to a head about his birth certificate now.. and where is he headed?? must be a coincidence!!
She also said if it turns out he is not a natural born american.. he'll be inpeached and Biden would be pres with Nancy Peloci would be VP.. now that is a sickening thought .

 

[JAE]

Okay, you all know where I stand and that I'll be voting for McCain. But, I don't think it does anything to advance our pro McCain/Palin cause to bring up the things like Obama's supposed Muslim religion or his supposed fake birth certificate. Let's try to stick to the issues that will help inform people.

But to clarify, I do think it's quite okay to bring up his proven alliances, his proven voting record, and actual words he has said (well proven speeches and conversations) or written.

 

[PamperedCaniac]

Jae - I agree and disagree with you. To me a persons "true" birth or citizenship is important because of the Constitution and its requirements to be a president. A Birth certificate is required to go to Kindergarten and college history is required for lots of jobs so since we are "employing" the next President I think they should supply the information. Also if they have nothing to hide then I feel that he should show this also. However, I believe that should go for ALL people trying to run for the President. Now I do agree 100% though that their past voting records should play a major role on voting!! Also I think that if McCain has things hiding then he too needs to give the information over. However, I just wish (I am a McCain supporter) that Obama would hand over the items requested to the Judge just to be a better person if he is not hiding things. Also to teach people to not waste goverment money by not handing over information and tying up the courts right now. I do not think the attorney trying to get the documents is doing it for the right reasons, but I would respect Obama more if he would just give the info over to save goverment money... I do respect your post though and can somewhat agree with you about it all!

 

[JAE]

Yes, it's true that Obama should do the right thing, and I agree that one must be a U.S. citizen to be the president. I just don't think that Obama's opposition should spread the rumor that Obama isn't a U.S. citizen because it just turns people away from the important messages that we have about why his beliefs and views go against everything we believe this country should be about. Yes, the truth should come out, but I still believe in innocent until proven guilty. If he's breaking a law then he needs to be prosectuted just like anyone else.

 

[PamperedCaniac]

Yes, it's true that Obama should do the right thing, and I agree that one must be a U.S. citizen to be the president. I just don't think that Obama's opposition should spread the rumor that Obama isn't a U.S. citizen because it just turns people away from the important messages that we have about why his beliefs and views go against everything we believe this country should be about. Yes, the truth should come out, but I still believe in innocent until proven guilty. If he's breaking a law then he needs to be prosectuted just like anyone else.

Agree with you JAE.... I think we sometimes look too much into "well what about this and what about that" at time instead of the issue. I was only annoyed because I hate people tying up the courts if innocent and wish they would just show why. LOL It cost so much money but still there voting past is very important!

 

[BethCooks4U]

It was reported.. but just in that local news. Someone snapped the pic.. and probably didn't know much else to report. I agree it may not mean anything.. but it also might mean something. I haven't heard the news anywhere else. Has anyone see this on any other news. Pretty squelched to me. And I agree.. very interesting.. especially since it is being reported that CIA is talking to both candidates about the near future.

A lady at our local Republican headquarters said she heard that when the question of Obama's birth certificate first came up.. he went to Hawaii to "Visit" ....hence his trip in August... and it is all coming to a head about his birth certificate now.. and where is he headed?? must be a coincidence!!
She also said if it turns out he is not a natural born american.. he'll be inpeached and Biden would be pres with Nancy Peloci would be VP.. now that is a sickening thought .

WHAT?? This is one small example of the scare tactics that the Republican party are spreading. Sad. IMO Palin is way scarier than anyone on the other side. She thinks she'd be in charge of the Senate. Whatever.

Obama is going to Hawaii because his grandmother is gravely ill and his visit there last August was also in part to spend time with her. I hope you all pray for him and his family.

One other comment: When people boo at an Obama rally he stops them and says we don't need that. When people boo at a McCain or Palin rally they egg it on and smile. Sad.

 

[PamperedCaniac]

WHAT?? This is one small example of the scare tactics that the Republican party are spreading. Sad. IMO Palin is way scarier than anyone on the other side. She thinks she'd be in charge of the Senate. Whatever.

Obama is going to Hawaii because his grandmother is gravely ill and his visit there last August was also in part to spend time with her. I hope you all pray for him and his family.

One other comment: When people boo at an Obama rally he stops them and says we don't need that. When people boo at a McCain or Palin rally they egg it on and smile. Sad.

actually he does not say that at all the rallies it is very rare that he says that.... and McCian corrected the ignorant woman on the "Arab" comment.

 

[BethCooks4U]

actually he does not say that at all the rallies it is very rare that he says that.... and McCian corrected the ignorant woman on the "Arab" comment.

Sorry, but I've heard it several times at different rallys on different days. McCain corrected her, that's true, but he didn't have a choice since she was right in front of him speaking directly to him. I have never heard him tell his audience to stop booing and he's never said a word about people shouting kill him or terrorist or other just as inappropriate things. He (and Palin) just smiles.

 

[janetupnorth]

WHAT?? This is one small example of the scare tactics that the Republican party are spreading. Sad. IMO Palin is way scarier than anyone on the other side. She thinks she'd be in charge of the Senate. Whatever.

Obama is going to Hawaii because his grandmother is gravely ill and his visit there last August was also in part to spend time with her. I hope you all pray for him and his family.

One other comment: When people boo at an Obama rally he stops them and says we don't need that. When people boo at a McCain or Palin rally they egg it on and smile. Sad.

I've been staying out of the politics lately but this just irked me again. Many here disagreed with the comment, but you didn't have to turn it the other way.

I'm sick and tired of people criticizing the right by saying, "they shouldn't have said, that but oh by the way Sarah is scarier." The democrats have been using that gig ALL election.

Palin has more experience in the Exec. Branch of gov't than Obama but since when is the race against Palin and Obama? It is against McCain and Obama - keep it to that.

...and about the rallies...media spin again...they have criticized it at times too...and believe me, Obama is using the "we don't need that" to get the attention you just gave them and claim he is "morally" better.

I agree Obama is going to Hawaii to see his grandma as he should. But that too is being used as a tactic to gather compassion and relationship from people. It IS being used to appeal to people's hearts.

JAE was right on talking about the issues and ignoring and not spreading false claims. I just wish the left would stop taking the "holier than thou" attitude and knock it off too...

 

[janetupnorth]

Sorry, but I've heard it several times at different rallys on different days. McCain corrected her, that's true, but he didn't have a choice since she was right in front of him speaking directly to him. I have never heard him tell his audience to stop booing and he's never said a word about people shouting kill him or terrorist or other just as inappropriate things. He (and Palin) just smiles.

Ever think about what they've been told about addressing radicals with the positions they are in? You don't know the whole crowd situation at those rallies. Obama may have found a good time to address the people to correct it knowing the crowd. McCain may or may not have that opportunity, or even hear what the camera hears and may have been told to ignore not address it.

It is an invalid argument in terms of the election in my viewpoint.

 

[JAE]

 

[pamperedlinda]

Whoa - can't believe I'm posting on a political thread , but my granny just sent me this (not sure that I can call it a joke though....) and I just couldn't resist

I asked my friend's little girl what she wanted to be when she grows up. She said she wanted to be President some day.

Both of her parents, liberal Democrats, were standing there, so I asked her, If you were President what would be the first thing you would do?

She replied, 'I'd give food and houses to all the homeless people.

'Wow...what a worthy goal. ' I told her, 'You don't have to wait until you're President to do that. You can come over to my house and mow, pull weeds, and sweep my yard, and I'll pay you $50.

Then I'll take you over to the grocery store where the homeless guy hangs out, and you can give him the $50 to use toward food and a new house.

She thought that over for a few seconds while her Mom glared at me, then she looked me straight in the eye and asked, 'Why doesn't the homeless guy come over and do the work, and you can just pay him the $50?

I said, 'Welcome to the Republican Party.

Her folks still aren't talking to me.

 

[AnnieBee]

Oh Linda, that is awesome and hilarious! And I'm not a die-hard republican type...

 

[ChefBeckyD]

2 points to ponder:

1. I know Obama's grandma is sick...we all know by now. But don't you think it was interesting that we heard for almost a week that he would be leaving the campaign trail to go visit her, before he actually did? How sick is she really? If she was REALLY sick - wouldn't he have dropped what he was doing to go be with her? Instead...we got a full week of hearing about it, complete with pictures and a retelling of how she raised him, etc...etc...before it actually happened. I was sympathetic at first...but the more I heard about it, the more suspicious I became. It just seems like one more way to get some sympathy support.

2. The AP Poll out this week has McCain and Obama neck and neck in the race. Why was this not reported by any of the MSM? Could it be because it doesn't have their candidate in the lead? Hmmmm...???

 

[Stampaholic1961]

Whoa - can't believe I'm posting on a political thread , but my granny just sent me this (not sure that I can call it a joke though....) and I just couldn't resist

I asked my friend's little girl what she wanted to be when she grows up. She said she wanted to be President some day.

Both of her parents, liberal Democrats, were standing there, so I asked her, If you were President what would be the first thing you would do?

She replied, 'I'd give food and houses to all the homeless people.

'Wow...what a worthy goal. ' I told her, 'You don't have to wait until you're President to do that. You can come over to my house and mow, pull weeds, and sweep my yard, and I'll pay you $50.

Then I'll take you over to the grocery store where the homeless guy hangs out, and you can give him the $50 to use toward food and a new house.

She thought that over for a few seconds while her Mom glared at me, then she looked me straight in the eye and asked, 'Why doesn't the homeless guy come over and do the work, and you can just pay him the $50?

I said, 'Welcome to the Republican Party.

Her folks still aren't talking to me.

That is so funny!!! I received the following email today. Instead of "What scares me about Obama" I would have to say "What scares me about our upcoming generations!!".

If this wasn’t so pathetic, you could almost laugh.


By KC Williams who teaches AP Government at Santa Fe High School.


In one of KC's classes, they were discussing the qualifications to be president of the United States. It was pretty simple - the candidate must be a natural born citizen of at least 35 years of age. However, one girl in the class immediately started in on how unfair the requirement was to be a natural born citizen.

In short, her opinion was that this requirement prevented many capable individuals from becoming president.

KC and the class were just taking it in and letting her rant, but everyone's jaw hit the floor when she wrapped up her argument by stating, 'What makes a natural born citizen any more qualified to lead this country than one born by C-section?'

 

[Stampaholic1961]

http://www.newsmax.com/headlines/obama_secrecy/2008/10/22/143157.html?s=sp&promo_code=6E1D-1http://www.newsmax.com/insidecover/obama_foreign_donors/2008/10/23/143619.html?promo_code=2A89-1

 

[JAE]

Oliver North : Messiah Deficit Disorder - Townhall.com

 

[cybourg]

Besides the fact that every time Obama opens his mouth he spouts a socialist agenda , imho, it is things like this that scare me:

http://www.onenewsnow.com/Election2008/Default.aspx?id=297446

 

[Cindycooks]

A young woman was about to finish her first year of
>> college. Like so many others her age, she considered herself to be a very
>> liberal Democrat, and among other liberal ideals, was very much in
>> favor of higher taxes to support more government programs, in other
>> words redistribution of wealth.
>> She was deeply ashamed that her father was a rather
>> staunch Republican, a feeling she openly expressed. Based on the
>> lectures that she had participated in, and the occasional chat with
>> a professor, she felt that her father had for years harbored
>> an evil, selfish desire to keep what he thought should be his.
>> One day she was challenging her father on his opposition
>> to higher taxes on the rich and the need for more government
>> programs. The self-professed objectivity proclaimed by her professors
>> had to be the truth and she indicated so to her father. He responded
>> by asking how she was doing in school.
>> Taken aback, she answered rather haughtily that she had a
>> 4.0 GPA, and let him know that it was tough to maintain, insisting
>> that she was taking a very difficult course load and was constantly
>> studying, which left her no time to go out and party like other
>> people she knew. She didn't even have time for a boyfriend, and
>> didn't really have many college friends because she spent all her time
>> studying.
>> Her father listened and then asked, 'How is your
>> friend Audrey doing?' She replied, 'Audrey is barely getting by.
>> All she takes are easy classes, she never studies, and she barely has a
>> 2.0
>> GPA. She is so popular on campus; college for her is a blast.
>> She's always invited to all the parties and lots of times she
>> doesn't even show up for classes because she's too hung over.'
>> Her wise father asked his daughter, 'Why don't you
>> go to the Dean's office and ask him to deduct 1.0 off your GPA and give
>> it to your friend who only has a 2.0. That way you will both have a
>> 3.0 GPA and certainly that would be a fair and equal distribution of
>> GPA.'
>> The daughter, visibly shocked by her father's
>> suggestion, angrily fired back, 'That's a crazy idea, and how would
>> that be fair! I've worked really hard for my ! grades! I've invested a lot
>> of time, and a lot of hard work! Audrey has done next to nothing toward
>> her degree. She played while I worked my tail off!'
>> The father slowly smiled, winked and said gently,
>> 'Welcome to the Republican party.'

 

[BadGirl]

Healthcare: It's gonna be a mess no matter who gets in - the healthcare system is broken badly. I am going into debt right now because of the system and my DH has "good" insurance.

At least Obama has a plan to start somewhere.


Iraq: Obama has not said he will "yank" them out. Come on! He said we will leave in a responsible way with a timeline.

Obama's health plan is modeled after Massachusett's Health Plan. It is bankrupting the state, with costs over double the planned cost, with only 1/2 of the uninsured now on the rolls. It's going to cost the state (read TAXPAYERS) an additional one BILLION dollars in taxes on top of what they already were paying.

Poor people qualify for FREE health care, but those that make between 60 - 100K (can you say middle class) can't afford the state mandated premiums.

Hawaii attempted to start a subsidized/ socialized health plan, and after 7 months they had to cease it's operations (something we wouldn't be able to do if it doesn't work on the National level) before it bankrupted their state.


Lastly: how do you feel about Obama's stance on private gun ownership and your rights to protect yourself? With Obama Pelosi and Ried in 'charge' do you REALLY believe they aren't going to attempt a national gun grab?

 

[Yakmama]

That is so funny!!! I received the following email today. Instead of "What scares me about Obama" I would have to say "What scares me about our upcoming generations!!".

If this wasn’t so pathetic, you could almost laugh.


By KC Williams who teaches AP Government at Santa Fe High School.


In one of KC's classes, they were discussing the qualifications to be president of the United States. It was pretty simple - the candidate must be a natural born citizen of at least 35 years of age. However, one girl in the class immediately started in on how unfair the requirement was to be a natural born citizen.

In short, her opinion was that this requirement prevented many capable individuals from becoming president.

KC and the class were just taking it in and letting her rant, but everyone's jaw hit the floor when she wrapped up her argument by stating, 'What makes a natural born citizen any more qualified to lead this country than one born by C-section?'

Oh my gosh- I was laughing my butt off. I sent this to all my family in an email. so funny!

 

[JAE]

We aren't the only ones afraid of Obama.

http://hillbuzz.wordpress.com/2008/10/23/cleveland-and-pittsburgh-voter-report/

 

[JAE]

Read this and watch the interview.

http://elections.foxnews.com/2008/10/25/obama-campaign-cuts-interviews-florida-tv-station/

 

[Shawnna]

I am so ready for the election. Tired of all the junk on tv. I hope McCain can pull it off.

 

[Kitchen Diva]

I am so ready for the election. Tired of all the junk on tv. I hope McCain can pull it off.

I hear you Shawnna!

 

[cochef]

I dont' usually post about politics but I just finished watching a FOX show called Hannity's America. Very interesting - he listed the top 10 reasons NOT to vote for Obama. Very enlightening and he also made that comment that Obama could not even qualify for the FBI because of his background. Kinda scary that someone like that could be the leader of our country! Lots of prayer warriors will be hard at work the next 9 days praying that McCain will truly be the right person elected.

 

[Shawnna]

We are definately living in the last days. The signs are everywhere. No matter what happens just remember that it is going to get worse and worse until Jesus comes back. It has to, it says so in the Bible. Just remember it also says "when you see these things, look up for your redemption draweth nigh".

 

[PamperedCaniac]

We also need to remember what our Pastor has shared often with us lately. No matter who wins the election here our precious Lord and Savoir is still the King of Kings and on his throne for eternity and nothing can change that! Amen!!:angel:

 

[janetupnorth]

We also need to remember what our Pastor has shared often with us lately. No matter who wins the election here our precious Lord and Savoir is still the King of Kings and on his throne for eternity and nothing can change that! Amen!!:angel:

...and, sometimes God's Will is not our own. If Obama is elected and things change (for what I believe will be MORE restrictive in religious and personal freedom), I will have to CHOOSE to celebrate that God says that in the end things will get rough and true believers will be persecuted and choose to believe that the end is closer!

 

[pampchefrhondab]

Here's a link to show just how patriotic Obama is:

YouTube - Barack Hussein Obama refuses to salute US flag

 

[chefdiana2007]

About the birth certificate, on the news this morning, talk radio, the Govener of Hawaii as imposed a gag rule on the release of Obama's birth certificate to any one........if it is a real, legit one, why not just release it and let it go?

 

[janetupnorth]

About the birth certificate, on the news this morning, talk radio, the Govener of Hawaii as imposed a gag rule on the release of Obama's birth certificate to any one........if it is a real, legit one, why not just release it and let it go?

I don't get it either considering it was supposedly released already...
http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn227/Polarik/BO_Birth_Certificate.jpg
Unless they figure it will release more information on it or not match this one?

 

[PamperedCaniac]

Has anyone seen the 1,200th Obama ad about education? It is actually good! Obama said that he is going to raise teacher pay (yeah right this is a state thing) but then he says that higher pay is not enough and we as parents need to do our job and turn off the TV's!! Well he is right and on Wednesday night I plan on turning off my TV.... Oh and did I say that is the night Obama's 30 minute ad is running??? LOL LOL Oh I am just so funny over here!