Is America Ready for a Women as President or a Black Man as President?

My fiance (an American) and I were actually talking about this a few nights ago. I was telling him that compared to the Filipino women, I think the American women have much stronger personalities. I mean, I think that the Filipinas are raised in a bit more conservative and reserved culture than the American women, but the Philippines has already been lead by 2 women presidents. I was asking him the same question, how come America has never ever had a woman president. He said that maybe it may never happen.. because he thinks that the companies that control the political parties most probably will not allow a woman to be a president.

I lied, I didn't come straight here from the other discussion. Forgive me? What a compelling discussion and what a dismal field of candidates we have to chose from. At the moment no one stands above another. We here in the U.S. like to believe we are progressive. That may ring true in main stream America but when it comes to politics, it's what's known as the old guard or ultra-conservative. Whether the conservative Republicans or the liberal Democrats are in charge, makes no matter. Paulsy's fiance in the above response has a brief but good take on the political atmosphere in this country. The political community of the elite is a very close knit group. This doesn't include all politicians but only a select handful here and around the globe. This group also includes religious leaders as well as men who captains of industry. The decision of who's going to be the next president is known well in advance of the election. These people don't leave anything to chance or odds. ************ Now to whether I think America is ready for anyone other than a mid age or older white man for President. If it wasn't for the "war" fiasco in Iraq, I would say yes. Unfortunately, at this time, that would be to great a change for this supposed progressive country. Hillary will never be president because people have had enough of the Clinton's to last a lifetime. Not that they're bad but people want a fresh face. As you stated about mid-eastern views of women, combined with what I just told you about the political elite, it won't be allowed to happen. If it wasn't for the fiasco in Iraq, she still wouldn't be president but I believe another woman could be. You may not have seen my views about having a woman as president, so I'll summarize. I believe the right woman for the job could do better than most of her predecessors. I believe a woman possess the same leadership qualities as a man and than some more. Unfortunately none are present for this election. You may or may not have heard of this woman but the most recent and best qualified woman for the job could have been former Secretary of State Madeline Albright. What an unbelievable political genius. It just wasn't the right time for her. If Barack Obama continues to remain upbeat. He must remain as charismatic next year as he is today. He must avoid mud slinging and negative campaigning. He must embrace many of the conservative views shared by the opposing Republican Party, while staying true to the Liberal Democrats he represents. He must be able to whether the racial overtones. If does these things he will stand a very good chance of becoming president. He's about as fresh a face and personality as you're going to get. And that's what people want right now. He comes across a lot like John Kennedy but with a touch less experience. That shouldn't be much of a difference if he surrounds himself with an intelligent Cabinet. The only other thing that could stop him is a bullet from some deranged racist. I won't touch the Republican candidates. Because you didn't mention them and even if Jesus himself ran as a Republican right now, I don't think he'd win. ‹(°¿°)›

I'd say America is probably ready for a women president or a black president. But as you say will other leaders respect her views!!I am not so clued up on these war things etc. but I think it will probably have to be a lady president to get the war to stop.

i dont think that theres anything wrong with a woman or a black prestident,after all its the 21st century.as long they help the country,i dont see why not

I think if we did not have this many problems in America a Woman could handle the job and yes a black Presindent I could see doing a good job. I am afraid now that whoever takes over in 2008 is going to walk into a big mess and I feel sorry for that person. People will have to understand that the new President is going to have a real mess to straighten out and we will have to be patient and not judge Him or Her.

A woman might be good in some areas. However, in dealing with the terrorism issue, it is not that she would be poor at dealing with it. The problem is the head of those countries will not take her seriously. They will always think they can overpower her and not take her seriously. A black man would be taken more seriously in those countries, but I think that many white people in this country will not vote for Obama because of his race and the fact that is a Muslim and tries to conceal that he is Muslim. Too late for that. Some say he is a radical Muslim. He knows that if he displayed that he is Muslim he would be out of here. I am not making a negative religious statement, as my husband is Muslim, but the facts are the facts. Taking a look at Rudy Giuliani, he was much more popular and I had more confidence in him before he took up with JudyJudyJudy. I have a problem with any man who cheats on his wife. He and Judy refuse to tell how they met. If that is not obvious, I do not know what is. He would probaby be the best candidate for dealing with international affairs. Hillary, Obama, and Rudy are all for abortion. I am pro-life. If I had to vote for one of them, I would vote for Rudy. If I vote for none of them, I am voting, indirectly, for the ones I really do not want to get in.

I think giuliani would do a great job, Obama I haven't been following that much so I don't really know too much about him, but I don't know about Hilary as president either. Are other countries really going to take us seriously if we have a female as a president? That is the only thing I worry about

Do I think a woman could do the job? Absolutely. Do I think a black man could do the job? Absolutely. Do I think it will happen? Not any time soon, unfortunately. There are still so many prejudices in this country. Despite all the strides we've made, there are too many people out there (Christian Conservatives, cough, cough) who feel women should be seen and not heard and act subservient to men. Racism is still rampant in thsi country. I don't understand the mentality at all, but it's there. It's as if people need to blame someone else for anything that happens to them in life that is slightly adverse, and they lash out at women and minorities. Hillary Clinton is too polarizing. Barack Obama is too new to the game. I won't even discuss Rudy Giuliani. I lived in New York for most of my life, and him being elected President might be what finally forces me to get out of this country...

What does experience count for - look at the current US President! I really like Obama and I hope he gets in, not because he's black but because he is dynamic and very intelligent. I like his presence. I wonder what other US citizens think of him. The US is definitely ready for a black President. The world is ready for a black President.

Yes for a women but not for a black president, Obama lack experience, so steer clear. Giuliani was a good mayor, and fantastic on crime, he should emigrate to SA.

I will say this, WHOMEVER gets the nomination, best be ready to deal with the serious issues that's gonna be there when Bush vacates offie; sorry to be the one to point that out, but face the facts while you may; Hillary, I can't say, Obama, who is to say, Guiliani who is to say? I tell you what, this country better sit down and face facts that we need a strong person to turn this country around for the better; Whomever it is, needs to face that. Whether this country is ready for a woman or Black man, they best to get used to it.

I'm in Australia & although i don't follow politics or anything, i think a country like the USA could benefit by having a female president - going on your current one, you cant really do much worse - i don't mean to offend but he's not the sharpest pencil in the tin! I doubt you'd have all your young men being shipped of to war & staying over there for years at a time if a woman were in charge. Here in Oz, even though we have a Prime Minister (who seems to be attached at the hip to your president) - i believe we would benefit by having a female in charge - we're part of the commonwealth which is under the Queen on England & if she can govern a country + all the other ones (being the age she is & she's been doing it for a LONG time now), then i think a female could run 1 country on her own. Other countries may not recognise women as Authoritive figures but she's Hilary is one highly intelligent lady who i think could bring another side to the USA - like being able to speak properly, pronounce words & such :), she would work hard at her job to gain the respect of the country & then other countries after that. People just need to give her a go i think & i reckon she could do great things if put in the top job! As for the black man, i haven't really seen much on him to judge but if he's as intelligent, bold & passionate as Hilary is, then he too deserves a chance to prove himself! Ok, i think that's enough babble from me! Just 1 more thing though - if i was an American - i'd be more than happy to put my hand up for Hilary! I reckon she would surprise a lot of people!

I think Hillary Clinton would be a good president. She's smart, savvy and she spent eight years in the White House as First Lady/Advisor. I've seen her speak in person and she is an impressive orator. She is also very personable. Besides, we couldn't do any worse than what we have now.

Many other countries have had sucessful female leaders. I think that the real matter is getting someone who is smart and capable into the White House, regardless of if they are male or female.

i really hope so pres and vp I think