Thoughts on 2008 President Elect - Barack Obama
Well I hope the Dems out there are happy. As passionate as I am about this subject, for the sake of minimizing any offensive comments, I’ll try to keep things only mildly bitter. But there are some things which I’ve learned about young voters that are just appalling.
Browsing the Facebook statuses, Twitter updates, etc. of people my age made it obvious that Obama was the overwhelming favorite among the young voters. However, I have yet to come across a liberal who has the guts to even address the reasoning behind voting for Obama. That’s beyond pathetic. Vote based on a candidate’s policies and history rather than their political party affiliation or what they say. Straight-party voting is just an ignorant habit by lazy Americans who don’t research the candidates. You should be able to argue in favor of your candidate rather than repeating everything he/she has said. Now, based on that premise, for those who researched both candidates and voted for Obama, I ask you a simple question: Why not McCain?
If you have the audacity to say something along the lines of “McCain is another Bush; Obama is for change and a better America”, I hereby revoke any preconceived respect I had for you. 
Totally kidding. Yeah, we all heard Obama’s very eloquent speaking as he smiled all 800 of his teeth, but as young adults, you should know that all politicians lie. People always say that “you can’t change the past” as if that’s a bad thing. It’s the only thing that speaks truthful volumes for both candidates. So why don’t you go and actually research it before you claim that “Obama is for change?” For once, stop being spoon-fed the facts by the media and take the initiative to investigate the matters on your own.
McCain is the one who knows about national defense and combat. McCain is the one with the sound energy plan. What’s Obama afraid of in nuclear energy? Heck, if anything, his utter lack of experience in politics (especially foreign affairs) makes me wonder if global terrorism has a renewed interest in attacking the homeland with their nuclear arsenal. To make matters worse, people actually think that Obama’s views on taxation are actually worth pursuing. A large fraction of Americans don’t even pay income tax to begin with, and its not a coincidence many of their low income statuses can be directly linked to laziness. How does wealth redistribution solve anything? At best, it’s just going to let those scum bags have another reason to remain lazy. And for the Obama supporters who are saying that they aren’t part of the low-class income bracket but still like his tax policies, I wonder if you ever heard of the social ladder. Do you plan on staying a member of the middle class and working *just* hard enough to keep that status? If so, then so be it, but there goes the American dream along with that mentality. There’s no incentive to progress if you’re going to punish the role models of American success.
In a Congress already controlled by far left-wingers, we needed a Republican who could truly utilize the “checks and balances” inherent to our government. Instead, you’ve just added fuel the fire. Don’t get me wrong, Obama had a fantastic campaign (in many regards, far superior to McCain’s); however, his campaign succeeded the most in exploiting the ignorance and desperation of American voters.
Remember, not all change is good.
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UM! The “obama is for change, mccain is another bush” was said my one of my better friends..
apparently she doesnt know about his “terrorism” policies YET SHE STILL VOTED..
Thats more than pathetic..LOL..
I RESPECT ppl like Blessy who knew they didnt know enough about the candidates, and DESPITE the fact that shes Republican she didnt go do a straight party vote! Thats admirable!
The one thing, I must debate with you is the “theres no incentive to progress”
Human nature is to be greedy. In todays world, money is everything. Higher tax cuts, or wealth distribution really dont hinder people from trying to get richer…because the fact of the matter is, its “get rich or die trying”…have more money within itself IS incentive..buying nice houses, nice cars IS incentive..
I mean, cmon think about…lets say a person has a 60K job, and are offered a huge promotion and begin making 6 digits..they arent going to be like “oh, i refuse, i’ll have to pay more taxes” lol..its doesnt work like that…NO tax policy can make human nature NOT want money…
But other than that, hear hear!
I did not vote in this election, but I am glad Mr. Obama win. Yes Mr. Obama tactic were silmilar to Hitler. He know how to use the media for his gain and the public love him because of it. Anyone who does not see that is a fool. Basically I like tax cut and the rich should keep their money. I also pro-choice, anti-gun law, and my agenda is more of democrat in republician when it come to personal issue. I am Libertarian. Why I choose Obama,maybe it security because if Heaven Forbid Mccain died, that sarah palin will be President. Maybe it arrogant on my part but something about her just does not seem right.
I’m sorry I lost your respect, Rishi. I did research both candidates and did see the debates and just like you found McCain appealing, I found Obama the lesser of two evils. I am glad Obama won because this opens the doors to a woman or even a HIspanic to run for President. It also means, America has changed from the cotton-picking times slavery, and politically, it has moved away from racism (for the most part). Most conservatives don’t like change, but to make an omelette, you have to break some eggs. Issues like abortion? Well, that is a woman’s choice, and I support James D. Watson view, even though I think he is a nut who stole Rosalind Franklin’s crystalline X-ray images. His taxation policies will generate debate and it will depend on a person’s socio-economic status. One thing to remember is that most people, when we are young, we want to change the world. I figure that is why young people voted in favor if Obama. To be young, and not want to be a revolutionary is a biological contradiction. We don’t know if we have added fuel to the fire just yet. I am surprised to read that from you, but I also understand your point of view and frustration. That is like judging a book by its cover. I say give him some time, and then we may say “Gosh, this idiot is even worse than Bush. His brain is the size of a strange quark.” Or, “wow, this guy exceeded my expectations.”
Don’t get me wrong. The outcome of this election isn’t going to make me leave the country or anything, and I still have faith in America’s ability to triumph. What worries me is how Obama was elected. If he was able to play so well on people’s desperation for change, doesn’t that tell you how weak-minded many Americans are? I agree this will inspire women and people of non-white ethnicity to pursue roles of leadership in the government, but I can only focus on the matter at hand. And yes, I’m frustrated at people… including McCain. He could have easily had this in the bag by modifying a few things in the campaign trail - namely, announcing members of his future cabinet.
…and no Oscar, lol, you haven’t lost any of my respect. I really appreciate your opinions and curiosity.
The Rockets lost today and a rain cloud now overshadows the results of the election. No matter what election or who won. I feel that young (and yeah even old) basketball fans are missing out on the real issues here.
The Rockets have gone through some major changes throughout this season. One origin of these many changes is our new GM, Daryl Morey. An MIT graduate he has brought a new school of statistics to our front office which includes some other very talented individuals who will remain nameless due to ignorance as of now.
The Rockets did not lose any players of extreme significance and have picked up the volatile and very talented Ron Artest. We have also picked up veteran Brent Barry and signed our up and coming talent Carl Landry to a 3-year deal. We are highly weighted favorites in the (tough, but losing some steam) western conference. This is ALL on the assumption that our star players Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady stay healthy and play a consistent amount of games together.
Let’s get back to the real issues that every Tom, Dick, and Jane is worried about…thoroughly painting our bodies in entirety the mighty Rockets red in support of the only thing that really matters, professional sports.
Phil.
I voted for Obama for very specific reasons. First and foremost through the passage of the patriot act, wiretapping, and its position on torture and water boarding, the republican party has showed me that they no longer represent the civil liberties and checks and balances you so claim they do. Neoconservatism has been dedicated to the rise of am imperial president since the rightful crippling of presidential power after the Watergate scandal. Furthermore, the election of the republican party represented to me the rise and legitimization of the extreme christian right. These people consider those not like them dangerous, unpatriotic and unamerican.
Furthermore, Science funding and science education is of paramount importance to me. During the course of his campaign McCain ridiculed science drawing attention to a grizzly bear population experiment that is being used not only to count population but to study territorial behaviors of grizzly bears. On top of this Palin ridiculed genetics research in her speech mocking a project being funded in france. Also, Palin has regularly stood by her position as a young earth creationist who does not believe in evolution and advocates “teaching the controversy”. Barack Obama has shown that he is willing to embrace the appropriate use of technology and promote scientific research and education. I am tired of science funding being consistently cut and am ready for that change.
(Obama quotes on technology and science: http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/research/4236740.html?page=2)
I also know and expect that you would have recognized the logical fallacy of guilt by association. Also, I am disgusted by your acceptance of the demonization of an academic professional who has made great strides in public works in chicago. I am also surprised you didn’t look into his other associations due to the bipartisan nature of the Annenberg society, that include David Kearns the former deputy of education under G. H.W. Bush and Arnold Weber who was a member of the Nixon administration. Furthermore, factcheck.org has repeatedly shot down these claims of obama’s association with Ayers.
The Wright association is also mildly ridiculous considering the withdrawn endorsement of Pastor Hagee who called the catholic church “The Great Whore”.
In regards to national policy, McCain’s Policy directly opposes Henry Kissinger. Arguably, the expert on foreign policy McCain opposes him by trying once again to force others to bend to america’s will through force rather than reasoning and calm consideration. McCain is known throughout the senate as having an extremely short volatile temper. This fact greatly worries me seeing as you have to have the foresight and good judgement of an unclouded mind in order to operate in international relations. Furthermore, Clinton had no foreign policy experience before entering office and neither did George W. Bush. One was considered a successful foreign policy president and the other is considered a catastrophic failure. The ability to leave personal emotions behind and consider each situation strategically and analytically, as well as listening to and considering the opinions of all not just those that agree with you are the most important qualities in international relations.
I’m tired of feeding the stereotypes about americans, i’m tired of living in an america where I am not considered american to one of the major parties because I do not believe in god. I’m tired of education and thoughtfulness being qualities to attack people on in America. and as such, I voted for Barack Obama despite not agreeing with him on every single issue.
Finally! An actual, well presented argument in support of Obama. Thank you Kelson! (Hope you’ve been doing well buddy). You definitely brought some noteworthy facts to the table (a few of which I wasn’t aware of myself). All I’m simply trying to say is too many people our age voted for Obama (without half the understanding you have showcased) for ridiculous reasons. Both candidates are good at some things and bad at others. My personal opinions have and most likely will continue to favor conservative policies, but I do analyze each candidate’s qualifications before jumping to conclusions.
Again, thank you for redeeming my faith in the Democratic party having intelligent, youthful constituents.
Oscar, Kelson, THANK YOU for voting for the RIGHT reason: Knowledge..not ignorance!
Majority of people will say that voting is the number one characteristic of a good citizen. I did not vote in this election, but I did last election. This in term makes me a BAD citizen, and I am proud to say that I am bad citizen. No, this is not a mistype. As Aristotle said a good man and a good citizen are two different things. One can be a good man and a bad citizen and vice versa. This is very clear if you review the history of the world. Many great men were considered bad citizen during their time because their views are different from the majority of the public.
Martin Luther King Jr. Martin the King was consider by some during his time a bad citizen because of his view on Civil Right. He was thrown in prison for his view on this. Many Whites whom marched with him were consider bad citizen in the eye of the general public. Yet when history look back they were consider heroic for their stand on what is right.
This is also seen during the time of Nazi Germany. Many German who opposed Hitler’s were consider traitor. On the other hand man who supported Hitler was consider heroic by the people of Germany. Now if we look back we often made movies and film about those who were “traitors”, and slammed those who we consider heroic during that time.
So what does this mean, majority of people are stupid. They only go for what is popular at that time. They go with the crowd. Now the crowd is suggesting people should support marriage, support higher tax for the rich, and support removing God name everything, and so on. I do not support gay marriage; I do not support higher taxes for the rich; and I do not support removing God name. All I have to said is people are always changing and what we consider popular now may not be so popular in the future. We should be careful when making decision. We should not always go with the crowd because chances are the crowd can be wrong or is wrong.
I did not vote because I felt neither are worthy. Yes I am glad Obama win just because he is the first Black President, but that is it. I do fear of what lies ahead for America. And with the majority of American being complete idiot, I fear the will do what he said even if he suggested their jump off the bridge they will. Mr. Obama if you are right I am with you all the way behind you 1000%, but if you are wrong I will not support you.
To me I chose and voted for Obama. I was with the election since the primaries. I chose to vote for Barack Obama because he was a Muslim. jkkk. But I just said that to show the ignorance our nation faces. However, I voted for President Elect Obama, because I felt that he focused on the issues. Mr. Mccain, even though he gained my respect after the election, just went against his own arguments. His first argument was that President Elect Obama was not experienced and could not handle the scrutiny of the white house. And what does he do, he chose Sarah Palin as his V.P pick, runner up VP did not even know enough to answer simple foreign policies. I’m sorry, but it scares me, that a woman with such ignorant statements like Obama pals around with terorists and was not even well acknowledged of the policies could be our vice president and maybe president. She just seemed too ignorant for me to support their ticket. Obama throughout the election, showed that he can handle situations better then the other candidates. On policies, I get offended when others claim that not many people did background search on both candidates and just voted for Obama for the sake of history, because I voted for him because he had commonsense and I feel like he can handle and help our country get out of this mess. I feel that our current president tried but to an extent failed because of his VP pick Dick Cheyney, who propelled many of the issues we deal with like the War in Iraq. I don’t think we can get any worse, Obama deserves our 100% support in hopes that our country will succeed. I don’t think we should focus too much in allowing gay marriages or other social matters, but firmly focus on how to get out of this financial crisis.
on another issue, Obama was well connected with the changes and open minded to science and the development of science.
Another issue was the issue of guilty by association of William Ayers, Jeremiah Wright and Kaledi that other side tried to fear monger the American people to believe in.
Even, with the economic crisis, the republican campaign announced that it had to get the focus away from the economy and personal attacks of Obama. They attempted redherring,ad hominum and other possible fallacies in politics.
Just as there are many people who voted for Obama for a non-policy reason there are people who voted for Bush because “he’s a great guy to have a beer with”. Yet, you only complain when it results in a Democrat winning, but assume people voted on issues when a Republican wins. How convenient.
I thoroughly vetted the issues - just go to their websites, it’s that simple.
I disagree with almost every issue stance of John McCain (although he at least admits that global warming exists unlike other Republican clowns who think it’s God holding us closer)- the war in Iraq (you know those people who DIDN’T attack us on 9/11), his wanting to tax for the first time healthcare benefits, thinks that we should further increase tax breaks for the extremely rich further driving the federal deficit, etc.
It doesn’t matter WHO you vote into office, Republicans do raise taxes. Reagan did that after his defeat of Mondale, JUST as Mondale predicted. Oh and let’s not forget Reagan giving arms to Osama Bin Laden to fight the Soviets.
Wow, I guess “experience” isn’t everything, after all wasn’t it Republicans who were applauding Sarah Palin?
I will be in the top 5% of income earners when I graduate from residency, but guess what it won’t matter how huge of a tax break I get if the middle/lower class can no longer afford my services and most of my tax break is going to high gas prices, high food prices, etc. The only reason gas prices are low now are because of the economic recession. Funny how we don’t hear “Drill baby Drill” is no longer being shouted by the RNC. I guess oil supply really has nothing to do with the ability to price gouge - which they would do if oil was selling for more than $85 per barrel.