Barack Obama -- a picture of his administration?

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The RNC bought clothes for the Palin family for 3 specific days' worth of functions. Nothing unusual about that if we are honest. What they did NOT tell you is that the money was spent to buy a bunch of clothes and shoes for the whole family in a variety of sizes because the Palins were NOT involved in the shopping. So at least $50,000 was returned, never worn. Today they announced the actual amount was more like $50,000 anyway, not 150,000. Anyway, the ones they wore were for specific functions, and NOT theirs to keep. Once the functions were over, they are put up for auction and the proceeds donated to charity. Gov Palin's clothing mostly comes from a CONSIGNMENT shop in AK. They are "higher end" second hand clothes, according to the shop owner.

trtgirl31 - I find it interesting that you would compare the $50,000 of clothing that Sarah Palin actually wore - provided by the RNC and not purchased by her with campaign funds - with the millions of dollars that Obama has spent on his campaign and especially the 2M that the is spending just on the services to be provided by the City of Chicago for his victory bash.

Actually, it is an opinion. They used to be allowed in the US. It's my opinion, and the opinion of many. And I offered two sources -- my other post, which give more detail, and Obama's first autobiography -- for anyone who wants to check out how I came to my opinion. I'm a red blooded American, so of course, I will tell you this: You are WELCOME to POST your opinion. I did not attack you or anyone on Mylot. It is a site for opinions.

I assure you that Colin Powell is also a red blooded American, a veteran, a past commanding General of the Pentagon, and past Secretary of State, and he's still a Republican, and he's a pretty smart guy, and he is on record of abandoning McCain and is supporting Obama. Right here at myLot you can find an Associated Press article on Powell's endorsement of Obama and many responses including mine.

Colin Powell endorses Barack Obama for president Associated Press 19 October 2008. http://www.mylot.com/w/newsarticle/1412860.aspx?p=1#2_4807791

Dogshrink, this is true. And these people who want change do not have the capacity to think about this.

Yesthey, you are so right. I'm still waiting to hear HOW Obama became a millionaire -- he didn't do it on a community organizer's salary. If he were really like us, he wouldn't be trying to pass himself and his policies off as "change", because he thinks we don't know any better. But you're right, too, that I am afraid a LOT of people don't even understand what that means -- that's why Biden reacted so strongly to Barbara West's question, because she quoted Karl Marx, which Biden says paints a clearer picture of what they mean by socialism. Socialism, Marxism, Communism: they have connections to each other; they have a dark, nasty history, and they also have a long history of FAILING TO WORK!!!! Our system is not purely capitalist. Regulations are needed, and some social programs are needed. But socialism is not a benevolent, gentle, easy way of "spreading the wealth". It never has played out that way. And has no one stopped to UNDERSTAND what that $250,000 income line means? It is NOT the big corporations who will be hurt. It is the small 1-5 person businesses that would fall into that group. That $250,000- $300,000 they bring in has to go not only for that business owner's sole income, but also to payroll and payroll taxes and social security. Do you realize that your employer pays a portion of your social security? It is NOT just the part you see taken out of your paycheck, but the employer has to pay more on top of that for each person who works for them. This "spreading the wealth" will crush the small businesses which are the backbone of our country.

I think whites are pretty close to being the minority now - that is why we're seeing the "majority" for Obama - they want "one of their own" elected President regardless of his/her qualifications.

Yes, I am OUTRAGED over Obama's refusal to allow scrutiny of all the areas of his life that all presidential candidates have always had to allow. But I am even MORE outraged at that judge, who said the PEOPLE, the VOTERS, did not have standing to question the validity of a candidate's eligibility!!!! That is a complete slap in the face to the Constitution, and the American people! It is government OF, BY, and FOR the PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!! Everyone should send letters and phone calls to their Secretary of State, Judge Surrick, and their newspapers. This is no longer about whether a birth certificate is forged. This is about the US Constitution, and the FACT that the PEOPLE of this COUNTRY do indeed have a right to questions ANYTHING, especially the eligibility of a presidential candidate to actually be president according to the Constitution. Oh, it is being appealed the the Supreme Court, so we should all write to that court as well.

Must have something to hide!

There is no evidence to support the assertion that McCain will cause WWIII! Obama has pounded in that he wants to withdraw from Iraq in order to gear up the war in Afghanistan. He has angered Canada already (not that I'm saying Canada would attack us, but we don't need to lose friends)!! They've issued statements. He's said he would invade Pakistan, and I believe he also made reference to "taking out Iran". Why do his supporters ignore these comments, some which were very, very irresponsible? Or are you one of those who have told me Obama is "just saying" that war stuff to get elected? If he is lying to that degree, that is NOT the man to have in the White House.

LOL!! Steve: that commercial with the missile did NOT mean McCain wants war!!!! He was saying an inexperienced President could lead us to war!!!!! Totally the OPPOSITE of how you are using it! i'll go watch your youtube now.

I'd personally like to see all the money spent on these campaigns to be spent on something more worthwhile!

Very true. I heard a quote from Biden today, and I'm looking for it again so I can post it correctly. But basically, they banned that stations because they felt bringing up the name Karl Marx was going to have a negative impact on people's minds! Ya think??????

I thought it was very interesting after the Democrats have made the accusation that Palin was being withheld from the media - as well as accusations that both McCain and Palin were avoiding media questioning - that Obama now gets bent out of shape when Biden is asked a couple of questions.

I don't know what posts you've been reading, but I have NOT belittled ANYONE. Nothing I have written is COERCIVE either!!!! If you are offended by someone having a different opinion from yours, then I guess you will definitely enjoy an Obama Presidency -- til you find out YOUR different opinion is not acceptable.

I'm assuming your response is sarcasm -- correct me if I'm wrong. I didn't say ANYTHING so sensational, and I in no way think Obama will blow up buildings or kill babies. I DO think he plans to take us in a direction that most Americans would NOT want to go, but he is covering it, just enough, with pretty words and euphemisms.

I think there are many who will be deeply disappointed if/when he is elected - I don't believe he can fulfill all the promises he has made and a lot will become disenchanted quickly when the wealth doesn't get spread in their direction!

They are both forms of communism and therefore any perceived difference is meaningless.

LOL! I don't write about talking points. It is very telling, for anyone who is not sure, if you read what is written under socialism and Marxism on Dictionary.com and on Answer.com you will be well enlightened. Socialism is basically that system that is used to guide people farther along the continuum to Marxism and communism. In Socialism, the government owns/controls the wealth, and as you go farther along, owns/controls the means for making the wealth. It is a continuum -- or some might say a "slippery slope" -- esp when people are unaware of their leaders' propensity towards socialism and more. Marxism seeks to remove the class differences and have a "classless" society. Of course, in practice have ANY of us ever seen such a society where there aren't at least TWO classes: those in control and the rest of us? Those in control live quite well, but the rest not so much. Both systems have NEVER worked, as in NEVER produced a society that FLOURISHED. If you cannot HEAR this in the things Obama is saying, ESPECIALLY in some of the past interviews that are coming to light, some even this week, you are deaf. Am I in favor of eliminating all socialized institutions in the USA? NO, I'm not. s I said in another discussion, we are not a purely capitalist society, nor should we be. I think it is good for the government to manage such things as roads/infrastructure. Some regulation is NEEDED on our markets as the DEMOCRATS, including Obama, just demonstrated to us when they BLOCKED the attempts of Hagel and McCain and yes, even George W Bush to REGULATE Fanny and Freddie in order to PREVENT the situation we are in NOW. We don't need too much regulation. But we do need regulation, esp those that prevent people like Chris Dodd, Barack Obama, etc from enjoying the goodies from organizations like Fanny and Freddy while BLOCKING all attempts to regulate their golden goose, finally allowing it to run itself into the ground. I also believe in a free education, provided by the government (taxes), BUT I am NOT so much for public schools, and more for that money to go to private schools of the PARENT's choice. Well, that should be enough for you to catch my drift...

As for the first question: okay, "parroting talking points" it is. You didn't answer the second question, though. Yes or no?

Totally destroyed country? America? How about if we send you to a country that has experienced war in their very own country? You will see what it really means...

What do you see as being the most noticeable changes that Obama will make as President?

Right on! friend.

The only post I saw from you on politics recently was about Bill Cosby for President. It sounds like you don't like either Obama or McCain. Is there someone who was/is actually running that you do like? Or which do you think is the lesser of the two evils, then between McCain and Obama?

Me, personally , I've never been a big political person at all, I didn't even care too much about Social Studies in grammar school, though Ben Hur was a great movie:)! Since ur making me choose for the sake of discussion, I'll go with the dark Robin Hood; ironic as it may sound, I haven't heard about him dippin in the cookie jar, the others have and can't seem to get on the same page! We have enough confusion going on without some bickering dingbats adding to it! Taripre$

First, I didn't yell at ANYONE on mylot. Second, I didn't say the majority of Americans think like I do, however, now that you mention is, Yes, the polls show that 84% of Americans prefer an economic policy built on growing opportunities rather than "spreading the wealth". I KNOW socialism and Marxism are different, but if you read Obama's book -- since you feel people should make their decisions based on facts -- you will find he mentions being "drawn" to socialism, and Karl Marx. That is what I was referring to. Unfortunately, this post did not come out right when I started the discussion. The tone of my post would have been different, if I had realized the picture I was trying to upload was not going to show up. The picture would have made my words make more sense. Nevertheless, there is nothing wrong with what I wrote; I didn't yell at anyone, and I have not minused or yelled at anyone who has responded that I didn't agree with.

Apology accepted. And post given PLUS.

I'm sorry for offending you- the post I wrote before was partly a response to your original topic and partly a response to what others had written. The end did become very biting and it was innapropriate.

McCain is more moderate than true Conservative. Obama is nowhere near moderate and instead the far left liberal. I was referring people to read his book. Did you read and UNDERSTAND it? Are you also a Socialist? If you are, that's fine. Your choice. But I want people to be SURE they really agree with Obama's REAL agenda before they vote for him. That's all I am asking.