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by nm_dem February 14, 2008 5:36 AM EST
Here is a financial analysis of his most recent mention in his Wisconsin speech about an immediate economic stimulus plan:
http://www.bloggingstocks.com/2008/02/13/obama-unveils-210-billion-economic-stimulus-plan/

While it''s true Barack is quite liberal, there is absolutely no denying that currently, he has more moderate and conservative support than Senator Clinton does However, it is interesting to note that the things for which Obama is often criticized, e.g., "being too liberal" and having "too little experience," the government''s OWN statistics refute:

http://www.govtrack.us/congress/findyourreps.xpd

Type in each candidate''s last names and look at their voting records, the names and substance of bills drafted and supported, and basic biographical info .

Hillary is considered a "radical liberal" on the senate information website, while Obama is considered to be a bit right of that as a "rank and file" democrat. This designation is based upon their votes.


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by nm_dem February 14, 2008 5:34 AM EST
Oh yes, the Obama "has no position", "no platform", & "no experience" argument again. I am not surprised that Hillary is pulling out the stops in light of recent events, and let''s be honest- she''s just fighting for the face time that she needs right now, and who can blame her? However, the misinformation circulating about Obama''s "inexperience" is apalling. I am interested in & good at finding policy details and financial specifics, and ironically find it much more difficult to find them on her website or on news sites re: her platform thans can be found on Obama''s platform in about 5 minutes if you know how to use a search engine.

Apparently, if you are a skilled & eloquent orator, if you "inspire" people and are articulate- that''s spells danger for you politically. Indeed, the inspiring speech is evidence as to why you MUST lack substance on issues and policy, because in America we have come to not just expect, but actually *desire* that our politicians bore us, or scare us, or both.

For what it''s worth, there are many things I believe are to be admired about Hillary, but I also firmly believe that Obama is the better candidate to face down McCain, to inspire the country to roll up its sleeves, and to dispense with the bipartisan blood bath that has gone on so long. If you truly are interested in some facts about Obama''s platform, here they are:

Here is a 59-page policy handbook:

http://www.barackobama.com/pdf/ObamaBlueprintForChange.pdf

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by js19691 February 14, 2008 5:30 AM EST
For goodness sake! If I see or hear one more person say that Obama has no concrete solutions I''m going to scream! PLEASE just go to the following link. It''s all there, the war, the economy, education, just read!
http://origin.barackobama.com/issues/
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by akitapenny February 14, 2008 3:45 AM EST
TO OBAMAGRAVITY WHY DOES OBAMA NOT PRODUCE ONE SINGLE PIECE OF PAPER FROM 8 YEARS IN THE ILLINOIS SENATE IT IS BECAUSE OF HIS RECORD THERE WHICH HE IS AFRAID TO PRODUCE WHEN HILLARY HAS PRODUCED OVER 2 MILLION PAGES FOR VIEWING . GOD HELP US IF THIS QUACK GETS IN THE WHITE HOUSE HE IS A LOST PUPPY. VOTE HILLARY CLINTON THE ONLY CHOICE FOR A NEW AMERICA
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by boatdocster February 14, 2008 3:36 AM EST
If Hillary is so great at the solutions business, perhaps she can find a solution on why people are leaving her campaign in droves.

Expect to see Bill and Hill Clinton sling mud like a high speed GOP swift boat - beaten in the last 8 races.

PS - That''s why people are leaving your campaign.
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by tulwar-2009 February 14, 2008 3:24 AM EST
"Mr Obama-the man of hype"

I agree. Ya know, the guy can really get people jumping. Everything he says and stands for is the next cool thing. This hype even works on people in other countries.

Next thing you know, people are going to want to change our government and institutions. Populations of other countries are going to want to be more like us. This is scary!

Maybe we should vote for McCain or Clinton, they''re so much more comfortable.
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by chuegevera February 14, 2008 3:22 AM EST
Debate, debate, debate for what?
Obviously Clinton like delates...only
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by obamagravity February 14, 2008 1:50 AM EST
"He is too inexperienced" (I like that) "and too idealistic" (love that too) "He is too liberal" (can''t get enough of that) "too fringe" (I like lot''s of fringe) "he takes too strong a line on divisive issues" (Very, very, untrue)
Yep, That comment and most others really have no point. Why do some people just find it necessary to try and slander someone that is obviously the best choice for a nation drowning in yesterdays politics? Stop fighting it, and get on board man. This country is about to turn the corner and head in a much better direction for all it''s citizens.
To all the haters, prognosticators, and far right corporate butt lickers, Driving a cold, high-polished, steel dagger slowly into the chest "Shhhhhhhhhhhhhh........."
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by obamagravity February 14, 2008 12:37 AM EST
"He is too inexperienced" (I like that) "and too idealistic" (love that too) "He is too liberal" (can''t get enough of that) "too fringe" (I like lot''s of fringe) "he takes too strong a line on divisive issues" (Very, very, untrue)
Yep, That comment and most others really have no point. Why do some people just find it necessary to try and slander someone that is obviously the best choice for a nation drowning in yesterdays politics? Stop fighting it, and get on board man. This country is about to turn the corner and head in a much better direction for all it''s citizens.
To all the haters, prognosticators, and far right corporate butt lickers, Driving a cold, high-polished, steel dagger slowly into the chest "Shhhhhhhhhhhhhh........."
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by l00ker February 13, 2008 11:36 PM EST
Play the safe bet. Hillary Clinton

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Posted by jheckerman at 08:28 PM : Feb 13, 2008


Anyone care to roll the dice? Daddy needs a new pair of shoes! Snap.
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