Barack Obama

For those that don\'t know him, Obama is a senator from Illinois and is considered by many to be a rising star in the Democratic party (and in US politics as a whole).

Some even speculate that he may be the first African American President or Vice President (They say that despite the fact that he is biracial).

I was just wondering what everyone else thought about him?

Here is a link to his site in case you wanted more info on his stance on certain issues.

cool. what\'s not to like?

Funny name, is he half black half arab? Is he a blarab?

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Black Daddy/White Mama

Obama kicks ass.  I saw his speech at the Democratic convention, and it was stunning.  I hope this guy goes all the way to the White House.  He has so much charisma, I think even cracker hillbilly bigots might vote for him.  

Originally posted by Coredweller
Obama kicks ass.  I saw his speech at the Democratic convention, and it was stunning.  I hope this guy goes all the way to the White House.  He has so much charisma, I think even cracker hillbilly bigots might vote for him.  

Thank you. Obama rocks. Im all for him.

And viv: His dad is African. Does that explain it for you?

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It would be cool to get a black president. This guy sounds ok

There should be a blarab...

As long as the Democratic party associates itself with blacks like Al Sharpton there will be no black president.  

I don\'t see this guy going any higher than the Senate.  Just being realistic.

Yeah, well a black president sure as hell isn\'t going to come from the Republican party.   What is this nonsense about "associating themselves with..."  Are you trying to say that conservative voters will say "Barack WHO???  Must be another Al Sharpton!"  That\'s somewhat dismissive of America\'s reasoning ability, is it not?

Originally posted by Coredweller
Yeah, well a black president sure as hell isn\'t going to come from the Republican party.   What is this nonsense about "associating themselves with..."  Are you trying to say that conservative voters will say "Barack WHO???  Must be another Al Sharpton!"  That\'s somewhat dismissive of America\'s reasoning ability, is it not?

You missed the point - the DP traditionally associates itself with the most radical black leaders and rarely mainstream ones.  This guy looks relatively moderate, but once again his voice is not the loudest or most recognizable of the party.  In all reality most voters will say "Barack WHO???" - his name doesn\'t help his ambitions if they are truly the presidency.  

Speaking of black Republicans - Alan Keyes is deciding whether or not to run in place of Jack Ryan (aka Jerri Ryan from ST Voyager ex husband).  Keyes makes some Republicans look like flaming liberals.

I guess I\'m still missing your point.  I don\'t understand what connection you\'re making between Sharpton and Obama.  The Democratic party can support many different voices, opinions, and attitudes.  They don\'t have just one point of view that everyone has to get in line with.  What\'s wrong with hearing Sharpton, who is not running for anything, then hearing and voting for Obama who is running for a senate seat?  Do you think Sharpton diminishes Obama\'s standing in some way?  I don\'t think so.  They are two totally different people.

Also, as far as Obama\'s name... I think the american people are tolerant of things like that.  All they have to do is hear him speak, and they will remember his name forever.

Originally posted by GigaShadow
You missed the point - the DP traditionally associates itself with the most radical black leaders and rarely mainstream ones.  This guy looks relatively moderate, but once again his voice is not the loudest or most recognizable of the party.  In all reality most voters will say "Barack WHO???" - his name doesn\'t help his ambitions if they are truly the presidency.  

Speaking of black Republicans - Alan Keyes is deciding whether or not to run in place of Jack Ryan (aka Jerri Ryan from ST Voyager ex husband).  Keyes makes some Republicans look like flaming liberals.

Mmm... the democratic party wont just associate with radical blacks. Sharpton hasnt even taken any serious positions anyway. I wouldnt consider him too much more than a strong voice within the democratic circle. Maybe not even strong, just "paid attention to." Its not like hes appointed to anything significant. Unless ive been living under a rock.

Obama has gotten pretty far during his time in the spot light. There is definately a higher acceptance rate for him than many other "black politicians" (Labels are so ugly). Anyway hes getting more attention than you seem to realize. How could you forget a name like his anyway? Perhaps hes just popular or "known" around here because i live in Illinois.

As for president: I could see it, regardless of his name. I think he would have a stronger chance than most black politicians. Keyes wouldnt stand a chance (just saying). I know so many people that hate his ass. Black republican is almost like an oxymoron, eventhough there are a couple in my family (some for reasons that dont make too much sense, but hey).

it seems you have the strongest vendettas against people Giga. Once you get going, you cant shut up. 1st moore then Sharpton. Who\'s next?

I\'m sorry folks but Bill Clinton was the first black president.

By the way, Giga, your point is well taken and understood here. The problem is that people like Sharpton and The Rev. Jessie suck up all the spotlight. The media and the democratic party should dismiss them for what they really are, a shakedown artist and a liar.

Isn\'t Alan Keyes that black guy that had that show on MSNBC, I used to love watching him, he was very intuitive.