By Nitya

Aug 26, 2008 11:10pm

McCain Aide Mocks Obama’s Columned Stage

ABC News’ David Chalian and Teddy Davis report:

When Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., moves the Democratic National Convention from the Pepsi Center to Invesco Field in Denver on Thursday, the freshman senator is planning to speak from a columned stage resembling an ancient Greek temple.

"Is this from the Onion?" quipped a McCain adviser.

The reference to the satirical newspaper came after Reuters reported that Obama is planning an elaborate rock concert setup complete with post-speech fireworks.

The national anthem will even have a touch of celebrity: Jennifer Hudson, the Oscar-winning actress and former "American Idol" castoff, will perform the honors at the onset of the evening.

Starting with a July ad which included footage of Paris Hilton and Britney Spears, the McCain campaign has been airing a series of television ads which paint Obama as a celebrity lacking in substance.

The celebrity-like trappings of Obama’s Thursday’s speech may have given the Republicans new ammo.

User Comments

Oh, just more grandstanding from this pathetic wannabe pop star. Too bad the Democrats couldn’t have got behind a politician that actually wanted to get elected so she could help the people in this country. Instead all they have is someone interested in his own celebrity. Someone could offer him a movie or tv deal tomorrow and he’s forget all about being President.

Posted by: Melanie | August 26, 2008, 11:26 pm 11:26 pm

you have to be kidding me. please tell me this is a joke. please

Posted by: JA | August 26, 2008, 11:29 pm 11:29 pm

Is he competing on American Idol or for the presidency of the United States of America. What an arrogant, pompous a$$. Spending all that money and no one is even going to be watching.

Posted by: Kay | August 26, 2008, 11:32 pm 11:32 pm

Hi Kay,
I assure you that millions and millions of Americans will be watching.
Sorry to disappoint.

Posted by: Connor | August 26, 2008, 11:34 pm 11:34 pm

Perhaps the McCain campaign is jealous because they couldn’t begin to pull off something like that.

Posted by: Bill | August 26, 2008, 11:34 pm 11:34 pm

Just hand us republicans more material for more “One” ads…has he got anything to show? What was his record as a senator? Huh?

Posted by: sandy | August 26, 2008, 11:35 pm 11:35 pm

Obama maybe in 10 years not, but not this year no way! An empty suit with no experience.

Posted by: Democrat for McCain | August 26, 2008, 11:35 pm 11:35 pm

Obama maybe in 10 years not, but not this year no way! An empty suit with no experience.

Posted by: Democrat for McCain | August 26, 2008, 11:35 pm 11:35 pm

You would think with all the high powered Hollywood help, Staging the children in the act and then the Kennedy, they could do better. This is Entertainment Tonight, not someone who can be president. We did find out who is paying for this run to be President. Kennedy, Kerry, Biden and the whole east coast political mafia. Why else Biden as VP.

Posted by: s63m | August 26, 2008, 11:36 pm 11:36 pm

McCain you are old enough to remember what it was like to be in a Greek temple.
Go to sleep old man, the future does not include you!

Posted by: Samir | August 26, 2008, 11:36 pm 11:36 pm

Great moment for a great country USA, and a great moment for our next President Obama.

Posted by: yessipuede | August 26, 2008, 11:37 pm 11:37 pm

What a DORK!

Posted by: Eric | August 26, 2008, 11:37 pm 11:37 pm

Obama can speak from Mount Olympus for all I care.
Any Jew who votes for Obama is crazy!
He is surrounded by Jew hating rats.

Posted by: Moses Tietlebaum | August 26, 2008, 11:37 pm 11:37 pm

I really cannot tell what Oboma is running for. He is running to be President of the world, he is running to be the messiah or does he turly believe he is the one and only ture God. I think it must be the later. Maybe ones should look at the scriptures as he may just be the fortold anti-christ. At the most he thinks he is some kind of immortal God. That is all we need.

Posted by: Thomas Messuri | August 26, 2008, 11:37 pm 11:37 pm

Sounds like the opening of a Madonna concert. I can’t wait for this guy to lose, thanks in big part to his arrogance.

Posted by: Lon | August 26, 2008, 11:37 pm 11:37 pm

If you are not outraged you are not paying attention. Research Barack and His Hate Filled Black Liberation Theology. NO WE CAN’T!!!!!

Posted by: Alex | August 26, 2008, 11:38 pm 11:38 pm

I understand why the GOP mocks the set-up…Ancient Greece is the birthplace of democracy.

Posted by: Ron | August 26, 2008, 11:38 pm 11:38 pm

Hi Kay – actually millions will be watching. Maybe you should too – you might learn something.
And I’d suggest that everyone else quit speculating and see what materialized.
Odds are that the 28 percenters won’t like anything – but the rest of us will be just fine with the setup.

Posted by: Brent Mack | August 26, 2008, 11:38 pm 11:38 pm

The desperation and hate in each one of your posts is funny as hell.
Keep posting you discontent lunatics.
Real americans are working hard everyday to take back this country from the Bushies!!
You guys can keep squirming and posting garbage
Its gonna be a fight

Posted by: You are all a bunch of hate full wackos! | August 26, 2008, 11:39 pm 11:39 pm

NO WAY, NO HOW, NO MCCAIN…lol..you pathetic neo cons are so much in trouble. Obviously, ya’ll don’t know what you are against…

Posted by: Shollie | August 26, 2008, 11:39 pm 11:39 pm

Moses – you’re a putz.

Posted by: 12_angry_men | August 26, 2008, 11:39 pm 11:39 pm

This has got to be a joke. Will the One be carrying his commandments on a tablet as he rises? Maybe Samson can pull down the temple and the savior can resurrect it? He may give a great speech but after hearing what an authentic president should sound like with Hillary I’m going to have to vote McCain. God we got it wrong.

Posted by: RIA | August 26, 2008, 11:40 pm 11:40 pm

Maybe Mother Nature will provide Senator Obama with a nice storm of wind, rain, hail. thunder and lightening just when Obama steps up to the podium on Thursday night. Obama’s ego is just too great for a rational man. He is so corrupt.
He will never get my vote or approval.

Posted by: Mary | August 26, 2008, 11:40 pm 11:40 pm

It’s funny that even Hillary tonight couldn’t say anything nice about Nobama except the fact that she supported him. Heck I’d say that for the 20 Mill she got to pay off her campaign debts. But that’s the only reason she showed up. Bill isn’t even going to the love fest on Thurs. Obama=empty promises+empty suit….

Posted by: Bob | August 26, 2008, 11:42 pm 11:42 pm

What a joke he is so into hiself and thinks he is God maybe God will do us a favor and get rid of idiot.All that follow him are showing how stupid they are just like sheep to slaughter

Posted by: Larry Smith | August 26, 2008, 11:42 pm 11:42 pm

Oh well that which is FINE, SMART,BRILLIANT, NEW and 21st century shall indeed be put in display in a very grand fashion. Don’t be a hater, there’s still plastic surgery and brain transplant. No Way No How No Mcsame

Posted by: yoye | August 26, 2008, 11:43 pm 11:43 pm

Let’s see if I can predict what this guy will say “Republican bad, Democrat good”. If he had to wing it with no teleprompter he wouldn’t last 2 minutes.

Posted by: frank3108 | August 26, 2008, 11:43 pm 11:43 pm

It’s funny. For the candidate who is saying the other guy is the celebrity, McCain is spending alot of time on television, doing Jay Leno. McCain is certainly more comfortable in front of the camera. And which candidate was in Wedding Crashers? The real celebrity, Mr.$500 pair of shoes, John McCain.

Posted by: Jeff in Los Angeles | August 26, 2008, 11:44 pm 11:44 pm

Classical cholars who have studied the Gettysburg address say that the speech reflects Abraham Lincoln’s intimate familiarity with classical oratorical style and that it’s perpetual appeal is grounded in Lincoln’s command of it. Everett spoke for three hours at Gettysburg. After Lincoln spoke, he acknolwedged that what Lincoln said in fewer than three minutes was immemorial. All of television is theatre. Is the classical staging so distressing to distract from the fine oratory I anticipate?

Posted by: Robert Charlton | August 26, 2008, 11:45 pm 11:45 pm

Because all great presidents of substance rise out of the floor in front of fake Greek ruins with fireworks in the background and Bon Jovi playing a concert.

Posted by: HawkTheSlayer | August 26, 2008, 11:46 pm 11:46 pm

Oh geeze, can this complete “show” be any more corny?
Can’t wait for McCain to take over the White House.

Posted by: Jo | August 26, 2008, 11:46 pm 11:46 pm

To me- Obama cannot even cross the finish line without the help of the Clintons whom the Obamas cannot even show respect to. What a show to see the powerful Clintons begging their base to back Barrack. Did you notice the loud applause that Hillary got vs. Michelle’s applause the prior night. Did you see how uncomfortable Michelle was when the camera was on her. Geez. Hillary had to remind her own party of her hubby’s, former president!!! accomplishments. Can you believe Bill is so yesterday news! God, after the libs defended him endlessly. Thank God Hillary is not on that ticket! The dems selected the wrong person. It proves the northeastern libs run that party and remember Hillary’s not from NY. She couldn’t stand out on her own because she needs that same base in 2012. Libs always put their party before their country. She would had given McCain a hard fight.

Posted by: Christie | August 26, 2008, 11:48 pm 11:48 pm

Where is the CHANGE? Kennedy, Biden, Kucinich, and O-same-o!

Posted by: Melanie | August 26, 2008, 11:48 pm 11:48 pm

I can’t believe how much McCain supporters love to continuously blaspheme God by calling Obama, The Messiah, The Chosen One,and the likes and comparing him to Moses. Jesus is The Messiah and The Chosen One. You who thinks it is so cute and so funny to call Obama this are facing the gates of hell…and deservingly. And it’s even sadder coming from so called “evangelicals.”

Posted by: jean | August 26, 2008, 11:51 pm 11:51 pm

Yeah, sure, you betcha. I guess Harvard graduates have low standards. Yeah, sure, you betcha.

Posted by: Stephen | August 26, 2008, 11:51 pm 11:51 pm

Dems are too stupid to figure out what Obama’s policies are…they think he will end the war..they don’t even know that the war has been won already..they think he will send them a check in the mail..but he will tax them double the amount of the check….can the Dems be so stupid to elect a man with no experience? Yes, because they “watch the tv and CNN tells them Obama is cool..I would be so embareassed to be a Democrat..

Posted by: julie | August 26, 2008, 11:52 pm 11:52 pm

Truly the consummate narcissist. Hope his love for himself stays aligned with we the people or we’re in trouble.

Posted by: CJ | August 26, 2008, 11:52 pm 11:52 pm

Is this report serious or is it an SNL skit? Please tell me it’s a skit.

Posted by: hopesprings52 | August 26, 2008, 11:54 pm 11:54 pm

IS it a coincidence or what that all the IDIOTS happen to be republicans?

Posted by: talktalk | August 26, 2008, 11:54 pm 11:54 pm

let us not forget, first, okay, no experience, but we wont discuss that.
and Hilary could only say that “Michelle will make a great First lady”…she did not say “Barack, I mean Barry Soereto will make a great president”
Barry “Barack” Obama’s only jobs since youth have been on the public trough..
he has never held a job that wasnt funded by public funds.
Funny…him and his wife had it pretty good. My parents both worked and still couldnt send me to Harvard…
lets see…Equal Opportunity Grants? Affirmative Action Grants..?

Posted by: sandy | August 26, 2008, 11:57 pm 11:57 pm

You fools….this crap ain’t true
If it is…..i’m speechless

Posted by: Anthony Allen | August 26, 2008, 11:57 pm 11:57 pm

You’re right – SNL already has enough material from this clown for 3 years.

Posted by: Jo | August 26, 2008, 11:58 pm 11:58 pm

NAME ONE THING OBAMA HAS DONE FOR THIS COUNTRY…JUST ONE..

Posted by: steve | August 26, 2008, 11:59 pm 11:59 pm

Reminds me of men who make up for uh er, “shortcomings” in the pants always try to make up for it with a flashy car.
That’s Obama in a nutshell.

Posted by: Jo | August 26, 2008, 11:59 pm 11:59 pm

So if some angry blogger tells you to vote for McCain because he voted for Bush twice, thought going into Iraq was a good idea, calls vietnam a success, supported a tax break for those with 7 houses or more, and said nothing of torture, and not to mention that he knows next to nothing about renewable energy the –obvious economic future-
should I heed his advice?

Posted by: evan thyme | August 27, 2008, 12:00 am 12:00 am

fire works? laser light shows?
how many of the groups or musicians will be on the ground posing at his feet looking up at him..?
never discount camera angles, etc..they are packaging this guy so everyone will buy him!! ask yourself, why wasnt Hillary nominated, she has more years in the Senate..
ask yourself..
sorry..Im a republicn..
Nobama

Posted by: sandy | August 27, 2008, 12:01 am 12:01 am

Jean, by the way, when O-SAME-O first started running for President, some of his supporters posted a video online depicting him as Jesus. His so-called minister, the Rev. Wright, likened him to the second coming of Christ. The Republicans didn’t start it. O-SAME-O’s supporters did.

Posted by: Melanie | August 27, 2008, 12:01 am 12:01 am

So if some angry blogger tells you to vote for McCain because he voted for Bush twice, thought going into Iraq was a good idea, calls vietnam a success, supported a tax break for those with 7 houses or more, and said nothing of torture, and not to mention that he knows next to nothing about renewable energy the –obvious economic future-
should I heed his advice?

Posted by: evan | August 27, 2008, 12:01 am 12:01 am

Not that this is much better, but Washington DC has strong Greek and Roman architectural influences, so perhaps he is alluding to where he plans on being after the election as opposed to him thinking he is “god-like.”

Posted by: BethAnn | August 27, 2008, 12:02 am 12:02 am

So if some angry blogger tells you to vote for McCain because he voted for Bush twice, thought going into Iraq was a good idea, calls vietnam a success, supported a tax break for those with 7 houses or more, and said nothing of torture, and not to mention that he knows next to nothing about renewable energy the –obvious economic future-
should I heed his advice?

Posted by: evan | August 27, 2008, 12:02 am 12:02 am

Yeah, and Bush 41 talked about “that show the democrats put on up in New York” back in 1992.
History repeats itself, like Bush McCain flails and then loses.

Posted by: Republican Failures | August 27, 2008, 12:02 am 12:02 am

actually, think about it…Obama rising UP out of the stage..coming UP from below..
hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
think about that visual.
they are trying to capitolize on the Black Mans struggle to come up..and he has risen..except, he is HALF white..so actually he is as White as he is Black..so how come they keep refering to him as Black..I dont get it..

Posted by: sandy | August 27, 2008, 12:03 am 12:03 am

Most of u on this board are total idiots!!!

Posted by: lloyd | August 27, 2008, 12:05 am 12:05 am

damn there are a bunch of whiners here tonight. Obama will be the next prez and just like I told repub fools in 92 he will make things better

Posted by: Scalliwag | August 27, 2008, 12:05 am 12:05 am

LETS SEE………SHOULD I VOTE FOR A GUY WHO WAS WILLING TO LAY DOWN HIS LIFE FOR THIS COUNTRY…..OR A GUY WHO HAS DONE NOTHING FOR THIS COUNTRY AND HANGS OUT WITH PEOPLE WHO CURSE THIS COUNTRY?? MCAIN IS THE BEST AND ONLY CHOICE..

Posted by: LISA | August 27, 2008, 12:06 am 12:06 am

No one who supports Obama thinks he’s the messiah. Democrats actually don’t do messianic. That’s Republican terrain.
Democrats like to think, Republicans are the ones who like to take things on faith, like the existence of WMDs in Iraq, the effectiveness of trickle-down economics, the wisdom of a weak-dollar policy, the idea that if you leave business alone, it will regulate itself and act ethically, that John McCain really is a maverick…
The proof that Republicans aren’t good at thought (if all of the above weren’t enough), they criticize Obama because he “pauses” before answering questions.
That’s called thinking. You all should try it. When your candidate answers questions before they have been asked (or really doesn’t answer them but launches into oft-repeated war stories) that’s not thinking, and where I come from, that’s not good.

Posted by: momof2inTX | August 27, 2008, 12:07 am 12:07 am

It’s 3:AM and there is an emergency…….
Obama is in a toga at a gay men’s bath house…….
that’s just great.
—————————
LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: JA | August 27, 2008, 12:08 am 12:08 am

Momo,
Sorry, but he’s nicknamed Obamessiah for a reason. People blindly follow him…
Does he make you “weak in the knees” too.
Does he send a “shiver up your spine” every time you hear him speak.
Get real. The Dems are voting for a messiah.
NO THANKS.

Posted by: JA | August 27, 2008, 12:09 am 12:09 am

Is he doing a Caesar??

Posted by: outsider | August 27, 2008, 12:10 am 12:10 am

I honestly don’t understand why this entire farce isn’t getting more attention from the media. Oops – maybe I just answered my own question. Has any candidate, Dem or GOP, ever done anything like this before – moved his acceptance speech away from the convention and into another arena just so he can put on a bigger show? What does that say about the man – the REAL man – you know, the one we really don’t know because he hasn’t been around long enough? Where did the man come from, anyway – and who are the people who put him where he is – and, perhaps even more importantly – WHY?

Posted by: Trish Jones | August 27, 2008, 12:11 am 12:11 am

If this is true, it will just add more fuel to the fire of his “one world government of Obamanation, Abomination”. I hope there’s enough real Christians left in the US to keep him out of Washington altogether.

Posted by: wild | August 27, 2008, 12:11 am 12:11 am

will it have an alter to show dead fetus?

Posted by: bornalive | August 27, 2008, 12:11 am 12:11 am

Hail, Ceazar Obama!!!

Posted by: al4mcattack | August 27, 2008, 12:11 am 12:11 am

WHAT A BUNCH OF REPUKE-LICAN LOSERS!
Hillary after two months of rest, gave a great speech! She full throatedly endorsed Barack Obama for President tonight!
After doing that she slammed McCain and his “TWIN” George Bush firmly against the wall!!!!
Any of these PUMAs supporters that are still around posting crap about Obama -Then you ARE NOT true Hillary supporters, just Repuke-lican losers from now on!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!!!!!!! Hillary 2016!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 12:13 am 12:13 am

Empty barrell makes loud noise!

Posted by: mtr2311 | August 27, 2008, 12:14 am 12:14 am

What does it tell you about someone who lets his handlers plan a rock star tour of Europe to give a glorified speech at a rock concert? Further, this Greek temple backdrop being planned is to show him as a magnificent of the ages? What drama! After the bad reviews of his grand tour of Europe, you would think he has a mind of his own and would say no to it. More gimmicks and more sound bites. American idol venues just won’t do for electing a President. When you are lacking in deep down substance and experience, I guess you need a lot of filler. Show biz, folks. “No way, no how, no Obama!”

Posted by: georgia | August 27, 2008, 12:14 am 12:14 am

@Trish Jones
Yeah Kennedy accepted his speech at a stadium too.
Wait and see. No point criticizing someone on something that hasn’t even happened yet. I heard McCain was gonna ride a giant Geroge Bush balloon through the streets of St Paul.

Posted by: Seth | August 27, 2008, 12:14 am 12:14 am

IF YOU DEMS WANNA WIN..YA GOTTA GET SOMEBODY WHO IS MORE OF A REAL GUY..
JOHN KERRY AND OBAMA JUST ARE TOO STUCK ON THEMSELVES..MCAIN (AND MOST PEOPLE) WOULD NEVER MAKE SUCH A SPECTACLE OF HIMSELF

Posted by: MIKE | August 27, 2008, 12:15 am 12:15 am

talktalk
I think that your comment lacks a certain amount of objectivity.

Posted by: steve | August 27, 2008, 12:16 am 12:16 am

ENOUGH OF REPUBLICAN CORRUPTION AND LIES!!
THIS TIME,
DEMOCRATS ALL THE WAY!!
ALL REPUBLICANS DO IS TO SHOW THEIR ENVY AND THEIR HATRED FOR ANYTHING GOOD THAT HAPPENS IN THIS COUNTRY. SHAME ON THEM.

Posted by: americanvoter | August 27, 2008, 12:18 am 12:18 am

PEOPLE WILL WATCH AND LAUGH AT THE STUPID DEMS!

Posted by: ELSA | August 27, 2008, 12:18 am 12:18 am

I hope it rains Thursday in Denver really hard. The moonbats are crazy over Obama.

Posted by: Christie | August 27, 2008, 12:18 am 12:18 am

Reading all the anti-Obama comments here, it’s obvious that the RNC has a team of bloggers spewing as much nonsense as possible in reply to these articles, in order to create the impression that anyone would actually vote for McCain. Have fun guys, with all your fake aliases. Your party has destroyed this country already, it’s time to lay off and let Obama fix the damage you’ve done.

Posted by: Clifton | August 27, 2008, 12:23 am 12:23 am

Yes, John McCain was a war hero. That automatically means he’d be a great president, right?
We can tell this because throughout history, there have been so many great democratic leaders who were soldiers/war heroes. Let’s revisit a few:
1. Napoleon Bonaparte
2. Joseph Stalin
3. Robert Mugabe
4. Pervez Musharraf
5. Fidel Castro
6. Idi Amin
7. Mao Zedong (Mao Tse-Tung)
8. Hugo Chavez
9. Tito
10. Francisco Franco
And in our own history, Ulysses Grant (another Republican war hero), ranked one of the worst and most corrupt Presidents in our history.
Well I could go on, but just from this list I think we can see why I advocate thought. Saying someone will make a great leader of a democracy because they were a soldier/ war hero is an argument that clearly lacks thought.

Posted by: momof2inTX | August 27, 2008, 12:24 am 12:24 am

It sounds like he’l change the calendar year too – as in 1 A.O., 2 A.O., etc… This man is a legend in a lot of people’s minds – his cult members and his.

Posted by: Obama-Yah-Wright | August 27, 2008, 12:24 am 12:24 am

JOHN KERRY AND OBAMA JUST ARE TOO STUCK ON THEMSELVES..MCAIN (AND MOST PEOPLE) WOULD NEVER MAKE SUCH A SPECTACLE OF HIMSELF
Posted by: MIKE | Aug 27, 2008 12:15:00 AM
=========================================
A SPECTACLE OF HIMSELF????
I guess you missed McSenile at the Sturgis motorcycle rally then?
You don’t remember him pimping his wife for a topless (sometimes bottomless) beauty pageant, in front of a bunch of Hells Angels?
Yes, I guess McBush is just above it all!!! Guess again you dumbass Repuke-lican!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!!! Hillary 2016!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 12:25 am 12:25 am

I mean this from the bottom of my heart-Most of u on this board are total idiots!!!

Posted by: lloyd | August 27, 2008, 12:26 am 12:26 am

Well if the Greek columns aren’t enough showmanship, he can always borrow Apollo Creed’s old star spangled boxing trunks and descend upon the stage like Apollo did right before he fought the Russian in Rocky IV………………

Posted by: Lee | August 27, 2008, 12:28 am 12:28 am

Just remember: when Lyndon Johnson was John McCain’s age, he had been dead for seven years.

Posted by: KGB | August 27, 2008, 12:28 am 12:28 am

It amazes me, Davis, that just a few months ago, you were on here calling Hillary every name in the book! But, now, she’s wonderful! Just like your messiah, you are a flip-flopper, no substance. I’m glad I’m not a part of the Obama cult!
McCain 08!
Posted by: Will | Aug 27, 2008 12:16:03 AM
=======================================
Will,
That was then, this is now (plus Obama won)! It is called PARTY UNITY you dumbass!!!!!!!
Hillary supports Obama now, so what am I supposed to do you Repuke-lican idiot!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!!!!! Hillary 2016!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 12:28 am 12:28 am

Yeah, “Larry”. Go on and quote that a thousand more times, and it still rings false. Bush/Cheney certainly had a lot of experience and what did it get us? America’s economy, jobs, ideals, and foreign relations all into the garbage can. We don’t need another experienced loser in the WH. Barack Obama is almost 50 years old, and had enough “experience” to call the Iraq war a “Stupid War” just as Bush was lying to us about WMD. So you may as well stop repeating the Biden comment, everyone understands that the two were campaiging for the same spot at the time. No one buys it, and no one wants another 4 years of republican destruction.

Posted by: Clifton | August 27, 2008, 12:29 am 12:29 am

Who is McCain?
Involved in Keating 5 scandal
On the hook to big telecom lobbyists
Bush lover
Endorsed lying ads against Obama
Voted in opportunistic not maverick way
Not Presidential
Votes against women’s equal pay and Violence Against Women act.
Will not restore our standing in the world

Posted by: julia c. | August 27, 2008, 12:29 am 12:29 am

Well I hate to beat a dead horse (or an elephant as the case may be) but actually, detailed polling shows that the smarter a person is, the more they know about the world, and the more they think the more likely they are to support Obama and therefore, it follows that the dumber they are, the less they know about the world, etc…
This is not suprising, there was a study done after the election in 2004, and it showed that more than 50% of the people who voted for Bush could not correctly identify his positions on most issues or those of John Kerry.
While more than 90% of Kerry supporters correctly identified both his positions and those of Bush.
Since people tend to project their own flaws onto others, I assume this “messianic” and “blindly following” chant coming from the Republicans is an attempt to distract their attention away from their own mindless devotion to a party that has run this country into the ground.
As for McCain, how can anyone know what his positions are since they change daily…

Posted by: momof2inTX | August 27, 2008, 12:32 am 12:32 am

“The opening night of the Democratic National Convention drew more than 22 million viewers, a 20% larger audience than in 2004, according to Nielsen Media Research.” LA Times.
In other words. More people saw Michelle Obama this year than saw Barack Obama in 2004.
And all channels which carried it are up from 2004. Including PBS and ABC.
McCain has nothing to sell folks. He’s all negative energy. Like the lady said tonight…MOVE ON. No Way. No How. No McCain.

Posted by: kravitz | August 27, 2008, 12:33 am 12:33 am

I just do not understand why Obama is trying to suppress the ad connecting him to Ayers. If it is untrue, than just point out the facts and get over it instead of using brown shirt tactics by trying to take criminal action against American Issues Project who produced the ad. Obama attorneys to the Dept Of Justice: “We reiterate our request that the Department of Justice fulfill its commitment to take prompt action to investigate and to prosecute the American issues Project, and we further request that the Department of Justice investigate and prosecute Howard (sic) Simmons for a knowing and willful violation of the individual aggregate contribution limits,”All the Obama supporters seem to think Bush is some type of Hitler but if that were so, maybe Dan Rather should have gone to jail for his hit piece on Bush too, eh Obama ? I don’t think Bush even suggested it, in order to maintain the civility he tried to bring to DC, that the democrats have consistently ignored No, the dems are not civil, do not play fair and suppress free speech. 3 strikes, you’re out boys.By the way why is ABC and the rest of the main stream media not reporting on this? It is all over the Drudge Report.

Posted by: tim | August 27, 2008, 12:34 am 12:34 am

Will,
You are just a dumbass… You Repuke-icans have no idea about loyalty to a party and a cause. All you guys do is try to cheat everyone and wreak havoc on the country! Just like your daddy Bush and your grandpa McSenile…
If Hillary would have won the nomination, I would have been behind her 100% because she is a DEMOCRAT!
And after Barack Obama and Joe Biden are elected and re-elected president in ’08 & ’12, I will back Hillary 110% in 2016!!!
You Repuke-lican evil doers have no loyalty to anything, but your own selfish greed…..
Obama/Biden ’08!! Hillary 2016!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 12:40 am 12:40 am

momof2inTX, Going to college does not make you educated or smarter than anyone else. In fact just the opposite is true. Our educational system is full of leftists like Obama’s friend unrepentant domestic terrorists Ayers whose goal is to indoctrinate people like you and make them good little slave of the State.

Posted by: jane | August 27, 2008, 12:40 am 12:40 am

And as evidence of mindless devotion (and the mindless repetition of RNC propoganda) we note the distinct failure of any McCain posters to actually respond to what is being posted here.
Well it was nice (okay not nice, but interesting)wading through this intellectual cesspool, but back to more important things…
Oh and Tim, there are these things, they are called “laws” they are kind of like the rules that keep society in order. If people break them, you know, they should not be rewarded. I guess you missed that growing up.

Posted by: momof2inTX | August 27, 2008, 12:41 am 12:41 am

I remember seeing another speech given in a stadium on a stage with tall columns as a backdrop. A lady named Riefenstahl was filming it.

Posted by: Sekhmet | August 27, 2008, 12:41 am 12:41 am

OBAMA’S FRIENDS WERE JEREMIAH “GOD DAMN AMERICA”… And after 8 years of Bush, I agree with that. What would you say of a country that starts wars to satisfy the ego of its “presdint”… “God BLESS America”? I think not. I am voting for Obama in part because he associates with people who aren’t afraid to say it out loud when our country is on its way to hell.

Posted by: Clifton | August 27, 2008, 12:46 am 12:46 am

momof2inTX, Is free speech now against the law in the new world order of the world as it “should be” not as it is?

Posted by: Jill | August 27, 2008, 12:46 am 12:46 am

The rock-star rallies only preach to the coverted. The rest of America is going to be turned off by this, maybe even frightened. It’s starting to sound like a Nuremburg rally…

Posted by: tony | August 27, 2008, 12:47 am 12:47 am

The rock-star rallies only preach to the coverted. The rest of America is going to be turned off by this, maybe even frightened. It’s starting to sound like a Nuremburg rally…

Posted by: tony | August 27, 2008, 12:47 am 12:47 am

Clifton, At least you are being honest. The reason you are voting for Obama is because you hate America and so does Obama.

Posted by: Joe | August 27, 2008, 12:48 am 12:48 am

Obama coming up from the stage, like Elvis or James Brown…wow….will there be a band too? IS THIS POLITICS OR SHOW BIZ? Really a bad idea and another “rock star” moment in his resume. Why aren’t they getting it that Americans don’t like this grandiose display?
Speaking of display….how about Michelle’s angry mug on the screen….everyone’s talking about it over at the live blog.

Posted by: DLM | August 27, 2008, 12:50 am 12:50 am

Now Jane, follow closely here, I said nothing about formal education. I said “smart.” George W. Bush, for example, has an Ivy League education and even an advanced degree, but he’s not smart. So clearly being educated and smart are not necessarily the same thing.
I also specifically said the more they knew about the world the more likely they were to support Obama (over McCain). This means people who can find other countries on a map, have maybe even been to them. Or it could mean, people who know what is happening in the US and the world, rather than people who, for example, just vote for the person they think will give them a tax cut.
Oh yes, and I specifically pointed to that study (done by the Kaiser Foundation as a I recall) that suggested that in 2004 people who voted for Bush DID NOT REALLY KNOW WHAT HIS POSITIONS WERE and DID NOT KNOW THE POSITIONS OR RECORD OF HIS OPPONENT.
Whereas, THOSE WHO VOTED FOR KERRY KNEW KERRY’S POSITIONS AND THOSE OF BUSH.
So, unless you are now going to make the argument (and it would not surprise me if you did, after all, you support McCain) that it is a BAD thing for a voter to
1)UNDERSTAND THE ISSUES and
2) KNOW WHERE YOUR CANDIDATE AND THE OTHER CANDIDATE STAND ON THE ISSUES
I am going to rest my case.

Posted by: momof2inTX | August 27, 2008, 12:50 am 12:50 am

Caligula Obama

Posted by: seizethem | August 27, 2008, 12:51 am 12:51 am

The Republicans are not going to win, McCain won’t be President. The Democratic Party and Barack Obama will win this election. It will be close but we will win. More seats in congress and a Democratic President, to put our country back on the right track.
Bush=McCain=Romney=Cheney=Huckabee=Rove=Gonzalez=Graham=Allen=Stevens=Libby=GOP=Greed Oil Party=1000 years of wars=more spending=more of our tax money handed out to Big Oil=no education reform=No universal health care=McCain=Bush=Republicans=Evil

Posted by: Miguel | August 27, 2008, 12:51 am 12:51 am

What are you white people so afraid of? Do you think that when Obama becomes president that he will send you all back to Europe? I don’t think so. He wouldn’t repay evil with evil. So calm down and don’t let it scare you. And stop hating Muslims, too. We don’t have to be lacking in love for others. Talk about hate. Who are the real haters here?

Posted by: jean | August 27, 2008, 12:52 am 12:52 am

momof2inTX, If that is true why are you voting for Obama? Obama thinks he was in 57 States and has 2 more to visit. Call that “smart”? I rest my case.

Posted by: jane | August 27, 2008, 12:53 am 12:53 am

jean, No one has brought up Obama’s race except you. Guess you must be the racist.

Posted by: tim | August 27, 2008, 12:54 am 12:54 am

Maybe he’ll have his faux-presidential seal drop like they do with the ball on New Years Eve in Times Square. All the bots can count down the seconds until he graces them with his acceptance of the nomination.

Posted by: Mack | August 27, 2008, 12:55 am 12:55 am

what happened to the blow out talk from the Dems? Were they confused with the term Bill used on Monica?

Posted by: flattendems | August 27, 2008, 12:56 am 12:56 am

Seriously, Republicans are taking a huge sigh of relief tonight that Hillary is no where near that ticket, top or bottom. I would have only voted for her on the top and him not on it at all….that said I will be proud to vote for her again in 2012 after President McCain steps down.

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 12:57 am 12:57 am

Okay, I have to defend my state…
Actually, not all Texans are as smart as I am (David is proof of this and unfortunately so is W), but ALOT of them are. Obama did very very very well here, despite all the Rush-heads who mindlessly turned up to vote for Hillary Clinton in the primary (see, mindless)and were dumb enough to be declaring so as they did it.
How smart is it, for example, to assume that if you voted for Hillary,you would get McCain? Only a Republican could come up with that.
The race is actually surprisingly close here, even though not much campaigning is really going on.
McCain will probably prevail in Texas, but not by much. Texas is definitely turning purple.

Posted by: momof2inTX | August 27, 2008, 1:00 am 1:00 am

Hard to believe that Obama doesn’t understand yet that high blown spectacle and grandiose gestures reinforce the negatives about him. The pseudo Obama presidential seal, the rock star tour of Europe featuring the “People of the World” speech in Berlin, and the probable Convention Sermon on the Temple Mount all reinforce the rock star, cult leader, inexperienced egomaniac theme. And it also sends more millions of people to google “Obama, Antichrist”.

Posted by: hopesprings52 | August 27, 2008, 1:01 am 1:01 am

After Hillary’s classy, presidential performance tonight, Obama will end up making a mockery of himself, the convention, and the whole Democratic Party if he overdoes his “performance” on Thursday by including too many theatrics.
I can just imagine the new McCain ads already…………..

Posted by: Lee | August 27, 2008, 1:03 am 1:03 am

In the past week, Obama has nailed down Deleware and sunk in the polls. Imagine how bad it will be for the mighty one next week.

Posted by: Sluggo | August 27, 2008, 1:03 am 1:03 am

momof2inTX, You can’t fool me into thinking you are “smart” voting for the dumb and dumber 57 State Obama.

Posted by: gary | August 27, 2008, 1:03 am 1:03 am

Anyone can read between the lines. The only reason you hate him is because he’s black. Speaking the truth doesn’t make me a racist.

Posted by: jean | August 27, 2008, 1:04 am 1:04 am

Seriously, Republicans are taking a huge sigh of relief tonight that Hillary is no where near that ticket, top or bottom. I would have only voted for her on the top and him not on it at all….
Posted by: Debra | Aug 27, 2008 12:57:26 AM
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Debra,
So that means you are breathing a “sigh of relief then….
After what Hillary said tonight and asked all of her supporters to back Obama for president, then I guess you really are a Repuke-lican!
Because you are certainly not a Hillary supporter or a Democrat!
Just another Repuke-lican troll…
Obama/Biden ’08!!! Hillary 2016!!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:05 am 1:05 am

No Jane, Obama said he was in 54 CONTESTS (54 not 57). And there were 54 contests, because the territories had them also, not just the states.
Can’t you even repeat the talking point properly?
I believe Obama did once slip and say “states” instead of contests, but that is nothing like saying, oh for example, that Iran was funding Al Qaeda or repeatedly talking about Czechoslovakia (which does not exist), or not being able to count high enough to know how many houses you have…

Posted by: momof2inTX | August 27, 2008, 1:05 am 1:05 am

Senator Obama and his supporters have taken over the Democratic Party turning it to the Socialist/Communist Party. He does not care for American families: he just wants the power. He will raise taxes of the working class to pay for the life costs of the irresponsibiles. He bragged about his Mom collecting food stamps so she could send him to an expensive private school and that was after she had a college degree. His values are different than mine and my family.

Posted by: Mary | August 27, 2008, 1:06 am 1:06 am

jean, Again, No one has brought up Obama’s race except you. Guess you must be the racist? racist racist racist racist, jean calls anyone a racist who dose not vote for Obama because he is black. racist racist racist. Thats the truth. Deal with it.

Posted by: jay | August 27, 2008, 1:08 am 1:08 am

he always hires the most popular bands and gives free concerts so he can claim lots of people came to see him. he is so popular. but he is a communist and I will never vote for a communist for president. his mother was communist also. do a google search on frank marshall davis in wikipidia. he is a communist. that is why he is so far left. Does American need a Communist President like Putin of Russia. I do not think so. Hillary is the best candidate. blog.pumapac.org

Posted by: DemocratNoMore2 | August 27, 2008, 1:11 am 1:11 am

OK…I have the problem solved!
NeoCons LISTEN UP!!!
For McCain’s ‘Acceptance Speech’…
We get him out on an Oil platform, out in the Gulf, at dusk.
An air-born camera slowly zooms-in from a distance, miles away. We see scores of Oil platforms, each one with a HUGH flame burning off excess gass.
The camera slowly zooms in to one platform. The music from ’2001 A Space Odyssey’ plays in the background.
The camera zooms-in to what appears to be a chained man. IT’S JOHN McCAIN!!!
A dozen armed asian looking men in military uniforms surround him. As the music plays in the background, we see McCain struggle and then BREAK HIS CHAINS!!! McCain STANDS UP!! and with angry great theater dispatches/pushes the armed asian looking men into the shadows.
The music now reaches a crescendo!!!
McCain raises his arms to the sky, just as a flight of five F-4 Phanthom Fighter Planes do a low altitude fly- over.
McCain shouts to the sky at the top of his lungs “I AM THE NEW DECIDER!!!!”
The air-born camera slowly zooms-out, rotating around the Oil platform. Then fades to black.
——————-
What do you think???…
That trumps Obama!!! YES???

Posted by: Karl | August 27, 2008, 1:13 am 1:13 am

momof2inTX, Facts are a stubborn thing and as a typical Obama supporter you lie a lot.
Obama:
“It is wonderful to be back in Oregon,” Obama said. “Over the last 15 months, we’ve traveled to every corner of the United States. I’ve now been in 57 states? I think one left to go. Alaska and Hawaii, I was not allowed to go to even though I really wanted to visit, but my staff would not justify it.”

Posted by: jane | August 27, 2008, 1:13 am 1:13 am

In the past week, Obama has nailed down Deleware and sunk in the polls. Imagine how bad it will be for the mighty one next week.
Posted by: Sluggo | Aug 27, 2008 1:03:22 AM
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Sluggo, you are right about one thing. Democrats can’t wait until next week to see Bush and Cheney standing up there next to McCain the the Repuke convention!
In fact we can’t wait until Friday when McSenile appoints McMormon or McLoserman for VP, that is going to be great!!!
Can you say Republican FREE FALL in the polls!!!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!!!!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:13 am 1:13 am

You never know where he stands and he is a sock puppet….in his desperate bid to be the first black Prez, he would sell his soul and our country down the drain….NEVER OBAMA. COUNTRY FIRST!
McCain ’08/Hillary ’12

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:14 am 1:14 am

What a DORK!
Posted by: Eric | Aug 26, 2008 11:37:34 PM
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I was thinking more along the lines of
What a pompus A$$. He has a full blown EGO for sure.

Posted by: DemocratNoMore2 | August 27, 2008, 1:14 am 1:14 am

Clifton!! You are a breath of fresh air my friend. Set them straight! Obama/Biden Time!!!

Posted by: Bobba | August 27, 2008, 1:15 am 1:15 am

Barack Obama will be nominated for American Idol on Thursday, lol.

Posted by: Jane | August 27, 2008, 1:15 am 1:15 am

Jay, apparently you don’t even know what the work racist mean. I don’t think any race is better than the other. If I did, that would make me a racist.

Posted by: jean | August 27, 2008, 1:15 am 1:15 am

Obama should have picked Clinton. She was electric tonight. It’s going to be tough to vote for him…and even tougher to vote for McCain.

Posted by: Tyrone | August 27, 2008, 1:16 am 1:16 am

The DNC cheated out Hillary for this wanna-be. Sad, very sad…

Posted by: John W. | August 27, 2008, 1:16 am 1:16 am

David, dear, before I go, your mask slipped. You were signing your posts “McCain 08″ and then said you were for Hillary.
And Jill, it was laws I was talking about, not speech, but since you mention it, there is not absolute free speech. You can not, for example, tell lies about people, nor can you incite people to violence.
No right is absolute, and there are limits on all rights. Its a fundamental principal of democracy, dating back to the Enlightenment and reiterated by the founding fathers that we have maximum liberty such that we don’t infringe on the liberties of others (damn, that’s right, you have to think about others).
However, the ad in question violated campaing finance laws, not speech laws, since it was funded (to the tune of several million dollars) by a single individual (an individual who also bankrolled the Swiftboat Veterans), and since it was against /for a particular candidate.
Now I know Republicans think its fine to buy political offices (or give them to your friends and family), but the laws say otherwise (at least for now).

Posted by: momof2inTX | August 27, 2008, 1:16 am 1:16 am

The morning after the coronation/rock concert/overblown production….McCain will announce and get the media on his VP choice and suck the wind out of the BO camaign sails.
HILLARY SUPPORTER FOR McCAIN!

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:16 am 1:16 am

Karl,
Excellent post man! Obama supporters always write the best material…
Repukes just cut and paste from FOX or some other right wing-nut web site. Either that or they can barely put together a paragraph on their own!!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:17 am 1:17 am

momof2inTX, No laws were broken just like Obama did not break any laws when Rezco helped him buy his million dollar home.

Posted by: Harry | August 27, 2008, 1:19 am 1:19 am

The morning after the coronation/rock concert/overblown production….McCain will announce and get the media on his VP choice and suck the wind out of the BO camaign sails.
HILLARY SUPPORTER FOR McCAIN!
Posted by: Debra | Aug 27, 2008 1:16:57 AM
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We Obama supporters can’t wait for that either! Hmm, who will it be? McMormon or McLoserman for McSeniles VP??
I am guessing Loserman, as McSenile like it when he whispers the answers in his ear!!!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!! Hillary 2016!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:19 am 1:19 am

I am very, very upset, with myself, that I actually voted for this work-of-art in the primary. I hate like he!! that I have to vote for McCain in ’08.

Posted by: martha | August 27, 2008, 1:20 am 1:20 am

Karl, the more oil platforms the better that means more oil, which mean more power to rev up our economy, which means more jobs, which means a higher standard of living and a growing economy. Everything your guy Obama is against.

Posted by: jay | August 27, 2008, 1:22 am 1:22 am

Davis, I’m hoping it’s Mitt, so when you a h–es start attacking LDS Christians, Republicans can bring out Rev. Wright clips again and his hateful surmons…that Black Liberation Theology doesn’t fly with alot of Americans. I particularly liked when Wright was in the pulpit simulating sex in reference to Bill “ridin us”.
Bring it on…the religion topic, OBAMA IS SCREWED WHEN WRIGHT COMES UP AGAIN.

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:23 am 1:23 am

No Jane, I never lie. I am not a Republican.
I believe I said Obama may have misspoken once, and once he did.
Now, was McCain lying or mistaken about Iran and Al Qaeda, and what about Czechoslovakia?
Was he lying when he told the story about the bear research at Saddleback that he ACTUALLY VOTED TO FUND?
Was he lying when he said he opposed torture, and then voted to allow it?
Was he lying when he said he supports alternative energy although he has consistently voted against it?
Was he lying when he (like Bush) said we would be in and out of Iraq quickly?
Was he lying or mistaken when he said he did not know how many houses he had?
And was he lying when he said he and Cindy did not start seeing each other until he was divorced from his first wife, even though he applied for their marriage license a few days before his divorce was final? Or was he just mistaken?
I would love to hear your fascinating responses, but the baby is crying and I have to go…

Posted by: momof2inTX | August 27, 2008, 1:24 am 1:24 am

When Thomas Jefferson selected Greek Columns to represent our new Republic, the United States of America it was because they symbolized freedom.
Today the Blood on the Tracks McSame smear machine is ready to defame these symbols of our great country all in the name of more smears and lies.
I doubt they would have much use of Thomas Jefferson either because he had ethics which the McCain campaign sorely lacks.

Posted by: jsilver2th | August 27, 2008, 1:25 am 1:25 am

It looks “The One” has fallen from grace in the polls. That’s what happens when the media and the DNC nominate an affirmation action wannabe.
****** obama never *****
PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_

Posted by: abe | August 27, 2008, 1:25 am 1:25 am

Karl, Better an oil platform than some greek columns with Lord Obama descending like some Greek god down to earth so his adoring Obama dumb and dumber fans can look up in awe at his majestic but empty form.

Posted by: hugh | August 27, 2008, 1:28 am 1:28 am

Isn’t it funny to see the cynics wallowing in their own pathetic rhetoric?
They have absolutely no clue. For the past year and a half, they’ve been telling us all the negative things with regards to Obama crashing and burning. In actuality, nothing they’ve said has been correct. NOTHING.
This is the endgame. Read it and weep.
POTUS OBAMA – ITS INEVITABLE
(And you can’t stop it)

Posted by: Nat Turner | August 27, 2008, 1:30 am 1:30 am

Davis, I’m hoping it’s Mitt…
Posted by: Debra | Aug 27, 2008 1:23:47 AM
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Oh I am sure the Obama campaign is hoping it is Mitt as well. Then they can make a whole pile of commercials just out of that one debate at the Reagan library – When McSenile and Romney were having a heated session of pin the “timetable” on the donkey!
Too bad they were both wrong about that one huh!
Also I really don’t think Dems will go after the Morman thing, as the right wing-nut Evangelical Christians will do that for us!!!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!! Hillary 2016!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:31 am 1:31 am

Nat Turner,
Good to see you out tonight buddy!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:32 am 1:32 am

jsilver2th, McCain is not the one who is trying to suppress a negative ad about him. So do not smear McCain unless you can point to some specific thing that McCain has said about Obama that is not true. Obama is the one who is unethical. Obama is trying to suppress the ad connecting him to Ayers. If it is untrue, than just point out the facts and get over it instead of using brown shirt tactics by trying to take criminal action against American Issues Project who produced the ad. Obama attorneys to the Dept Of Justice: “We reiterate our request that the Department of Justice fulfill its commitment to take prompt action to investigate and to prosecute the American issues Project, and we further request that the Department of Justice investigate and prosecute Howard (sic) Simmons for a knowing and willful violation of the individual aggregate contribution limits,”All the Obama supporters seem to think Bush is some type of Hitler but if that were so, maybe Dan Rather should have gone to jail for his hit piece on Bush too, eh Obama ? I don’t think Bush even suggested it, in order to maintain the civility he tried to bring to DC, that the democrats have consistently ignored No, the dems routinely use smear tactics and lies against their opponents, do not play fair and suppress free speech. 3 strikes, you’re out boys. By the way why is ABC and the rest of the main stream media not reporting on this? It is all over the Drudge Report.

Posted by: jay | August 27, 2008, 1:33 am 1:33 am

I have been blogging for months and it is so comforting to see the tide finally turning, the press finally asking questions and Americans eyes finally opening…to the weakest Presidential candidate in my life (50 years old)….Barack Hussein Obama.
John Sydney McCain…..44th President of the United States…..get used to it!

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:33 am 1:33 am

PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_
Posted by: abe | Aug 27, 2008 1:25:38 AM
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abe,
Do you sit down to pee?

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:34 am 1:34 am

Maybe he’ll have his faux-presidential seal drop like they do with the ball on New Years Eve in Times Square. All the bots can count down the seconds until he graces them with his acceptance of the nomination.
Posted by: Mack | Aug 27, 2008 12:55:17 AM
Mack, thanks for reminding me of another theatrical, show biz image I had forgotten: the faux Presidential Seal! The gimmicks and soundbites never stop: the faux seal, the grand tour and speech in Germany as a nominee, not elected, and now the adoring throngs as he rises from an ancient temple (faux White House?). What will they think of next? Someone could start a new TV show based on this lunacy.

Posted by: georgia | August 27, 2008, 1:34 am 1:34 am

White American cynics are s******g their pants knowing that in 2040, Karma will be returning like the second coming of Jesus?
What you fail to realize is Obama is only the beginning. Ready for a Latin American POTUS? Ready for an Asian American Secretary of State? How about a African American/Latino mixed American as Speaker of the House?
It would behoove you to relax and accept the inevitable. This is only the beginning.
Karma is an amazing thing, isn’t it?
WHAT GOES AROUND, COMES BACK AROUND.
POTUS OBAMA – ITS ONLY THE BEGINNING

Posted by: Nat Turner | August 27, 2008, 1:36 am 1:36 am

Davis…MITT NEVER SAID JOHN McCAIN WAS NOT READY OR QUALIFIED TO LEAD THIS COUNTRY..BOTH BIDEN AND HILLARY DID, QUITE CLEARLY. Mitt and McCain disagreed over issues or talking points NOT THEIR ABILITY TO BE POTUS.

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:37 am 1:37 am

Nat Turner, the polls say you are wrong and and sad for you the mainstream media is finally starting to catch on about what a fake and phony Obama is and report on it.

Posted by: tim | August 27, 2008, 1:37 am 1:37 am

Almost 23,000 new members at PUMAPAC.ORG today. Hillary lives. Obama never.
PUMA = party unity my a$$

Posted by: Art in FL. | August 27, 2008, 1:37 am 1:37 am

The faux Presidential seal, the grand tour of Europe giving a speech to thousands at a rock concert, and now, Greek temples and grand princely entry? What will they think of next?

Posted by: georgia | August 27, 2008, 1:38 am 1:38 am

Nat you are obsessed with race…you’re not one of those black racists in camp Obama are you, calling the Clintons racist. Do you go to Trinity or a Black Liberation theology church too?

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:39 am 1:39 am

Nat Turner, you sound like a racist to me. However I bet like your hero Obama, Justice Thomas does not fit with your idea of a good little and compliant minority who will tow the line of the far left, so you hate him. hmmm

Posted by: Harry | August 27, 2008, 1:40 am 1:40 am

OK ! So they’re Greek columnes…. What did you expect from ZEUS!!! All along we thought he was the Messiah ‘now we know he’s really a Greek god!!!

Posted by: Bob | August 27, 2008, 1:41 am 1:41 am

Obama really doesn’t get it……….talk about baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaad judgement. Doesn’t he know that only solidifies his celebrity image that most voters don’t like? He has to still be using coke….his actions show it.

Posted by: chattyway | August 27, 2008, 1:42 am 1:42 am

Don’t forget Obama painted over a huge American flag on the tail of his plane at a cost of $500,000 and put his “O” symbol there instead…before his world tour….must be ashamed to be an American!
NEVER OBAMA!

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:42 am 1:42 am

Riiiiiiiiiiiight, Lil Timmy.
You’re just another cynic praying and chanting on your ouji boards while putting every ounce of HOPE in a POLL?
A POLL IS YOUR HOPE? It is true that a sucker is born every minute. A POLL????
I have a poll for you.
10 out of 10 cynics polled haven’t been correct on any predictions about OBAMA yet. Crow has been served, and they can’t get enough.
This is why this is going to be a LANDSLIDE.
A POLL IS YOUR HOPE? Hee Hee
You’re hurting bad, cynics.
POTUS OBAMA – ITS INEVITABLE
(You can’t stop it either)

Posted by: Nat Turner | August 27, 2008, 1:42 am 1:42 am

PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_PUMA_
Posted by: abe | Aug 27, 2008 1:25:38 AM
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abe,
Do you sit down to pee?
Posted by: Davis | Aug 27, 2008 1:34:18 AM
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Yes, when I have my daily Obama movement!!!

Posted by: abe | August 27, 2008, 1:43 am 1:43 am

I have been blogging for months and it is so comforting to see the tide finally turning, the press finally asking questions and Americans eyes finally opening…to the weakest Presidential candidate in my life (50 years old)….Barack Hussein Obama.
John Sydney McCain…..44th President of the United States…..get used to it!
Posted by: Debra | Aug 27, 2008 1:33:56 AM
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Dream on Debra!
Say just the other night you said you were 49 years old, was that a lie as well?
You said:
“I am a 49 year old white woman who is typing this from her second house in the desert.”
How many homes do you have again? Gee, you are a Republican and you are sounding more and more like your grandpa McSenile all the time…
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:43 am 1:43 am

MSNBC IS RERUNNING HILL’S SPEECH NOW AND I WANT TO SEE THE ANGRY MICHELLE FACE AGAIN….IT’S PRICELESS AND TELLS VOLUMES.

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:44 am 1:44 am

Davis, 57 State Obama is senile.

Posted by: Joe | August 27, 2008, 1:45 am 1:45 am

it’s just sad how eager you people are elect another old white man. don’t you people have any shame? no wonder the rest of the world hates us.

Posted by: jonK | August 27, 2008, 1:46 am 1:46 am

Davis it’s scarey you take notes….real creepy, but I had a birthday for your info…quit taking notes…are you paid for that part too?

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:46 am 1:46 am

This time next year, McCain will be limited to a rocking chair sipping the best buttermilk Czechoslovakia has to offer.
TOP VP CHOICES HAVE BEEN VETTED:
McCain/Yosemite Sam – Good on National Defense
McCain/Mister Ed – PETA LOVES IT!
McCain/Barney – Should help with the Gay vote
McCain/Bozo the Clown – Really connects with the Republican base.
THIS IS GOING TO BE A BLOWOUT!
OBAMA/BIDEN – VICTORY IS INEVITABLE!!

Posted by: Nat Turner | August 27, 2008, 1:47 am 1:47 am

The latest bet is on McCain, by ten points in november. The loss for LoserBama would be worse than the Dukakis loss in ’88.

Posted by: Atisha | August 27, 2008, 1:47 am 1:47 am

jonK….you think we should just give the keys to the WH over to B. Hussein because he’s black? What? The highest office in the country not earned?
Freak…get real.
NEVER OBAMA (and not cause he’s black)
HILLARY SUPPORTER FOR McCAIN!

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:49 am 1:49 am

Cynics are in their final stages of denial.
Reality is just over the horizon.
Make sure you’re Depends on on nice and tight to remove the possibility of leakage.
I LOVE IT! Two for one…..Nervous breakdowns and fully loaded Depends?
CLASSIC…..
POTUS OBAMA – Cynics Can’t Stop it!!!

Posted by: Nat Turner | August 27, 2008, 1:53 am 1:53 am

Debra,
I don’t take notes, I just have a great memory!
Happy Republican Birthday!
Obama/Biden ’08!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:53 am 1:53 am

not earned? he kicked her ass in delegates, and you just want to screw a historical election, because you have sand in your vagina. you disgust me.

Posted by: jonK | August 27, 2008, 1:53 am 1:53 am

What is a PUMA anyway?
Translation: Undersexed and Overstressed.
Remedy: Viagra for your man and Midol for the whining.
In case you didn’t realize, Whining is not an effective tool against a Superior Political opponent.
Just ask Hillary, losers
POTUS OBAMA – ITS A LOCK!!!

Posted by: Nat Turner | August 27, 2008, 1:57 am 1:57 am

After seeing Hillary give her speech at the DNC convention, I am certain the democrats will lose in november. We need a miracle to right this wrong. Obama is not presidential, he has hurt the democratic party and ensure the republicans will win again.

Posted by: Gloria | August 27, 2008, 1:57 am 1:57 am

Davis, 57 State Obama is senile.
Posted by: Joe | Aug 27, 2008 1:45:06 AM
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He meant 54 contests. However, if Obama messes up one word when he is tired and you Repukes are all over it!
McSenile doesn’t know who the enemy is and Loserman has to whisper it in his ear! Then you guys say oh well, it never happened or pull out the POW CARD as an excuse for MCSENILE!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 1:58 am 1:58 am

Puma – almost 10 million strong and growing.
If you care about our country, McCain is a much better choice. Hillary, Biden and McCain agree, Obama lacks experience and foreign relations knowledge. Remember, the last person of “change” was Bush! Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, shame on me.

Posted by: Angie in Jacksonville | August 27, 2008, 2:04 am 2:04 am

Davis,
Obama couldn’t even remember what city he was in last night. THought it was St Loius.
Guess that’s what years of crack addiction does to your brain. LOL

Posted by: JA | August 27, 2008, 2:06 am 2:06 am

Hillary or McCain !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I will never trust a hypocrite, racist, anti-american, closet muslim in my white house!

Posted by: Sylvia B. | August 27, 2008, 2:07 am 2:07 am

jonK…he limped to the finish line and super del had to be bribed. HE LOST 9 OUT OF THE LAST 14….ALL BECAUSE HE WASN’T VETTED BEFORE FEBRUARY…. the Wright, Rezko, Ayers, angry Michelle, Farrakhan, Hamas endorsement, and on and on….our liberal media is to blame for slanted coverage and the excitement of a new face…..too bad Americans don’t gamble on who they give the WH to.
President McCain – get used to it… you woman hater.

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 2:10 am 2:10 am

I can believe it. This guy’s ego is so big, it can literally suck the oxygen out of the arena. What an arrogant, elitist, racist, baby-killing man-boy.

Posted by: Frustrated Voter | August 27, 2008, 2:10 am 2:10 am

The only difference between Obama and Osama is just a little bs

Posted by: Sluggo | August 27, 2008, 2:10 am 2:10 am

JA,
It least he remembers the important stuff. Like who the enemy is (without Loserman whispering in his ear) and that Czechoslovakia hasn’t existed for about 15 years…
Obama/Biden ’08!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 2:11 am 2:11 am

Bottom line is – no one cares about the slips/gaffes – when they go to the booth they vote with their gut who they trust our great country to….deserving and qualified…that’s my man McCan!

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 2:13 am 2:13 am

>>>> Nat Turner & Davis <<<<
I hope Obama pays his bloggers a good salary. It's sad to see two mentally challanged people put the Obama slant on enteries. This is actually hurting Obama, not helping. I generally read blogs before I retire for the nite and your enteries leave a lot to be desired. Get a life, better yet, get a job.

Posted by: Willian in Orange Park | August 27, 2008, 2:15 am 2:15 am

US POP: 250 Millions
Hillary Suppoters: 18 Millions
McCains Supporters: 10 Millions
You do the math = Barack Obama = President

Posted by: piston | August 27, 2008, 2:15 am 2:15 am

Piston…you do the math….25% of Hill supporters voting McCain and 25% undecided….18 mill less 25% is about 4 million votes for McCain AWAY from Bozo and the 25% undecided is up for grabs…..Dems should be very worried.
HILLARY SUPPORTER FOR McCAIN!

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 2:21 am 2:21 am

D-e-b-a-c-l-e.

Posted by: Willis | August 27, 2008, 2:21 am 2:21 am

Debra,
Hillary said tonight in case you didn’t hear: “No Way. No How. No McCain”…
She supports Obama now and asked all her supporter to do the same…
You are not a Hillary supporter, you are just a plain old Repuke-lican troll!
Obama/Biden ’08!!! Hillary 2016!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 2:22 am 2:22 am

Joe Biden said it best, “Obama doesn’t have the experience to be president”. “There is no on-the-job training for president.”
McCain: country first, party – join PUMA.

Posted by: Arttie | August 27, 2008, 2:22 am 2:22 am

Looks like Barky is writing the Republicans’ next attack ad. Can’t wait to see him ascend through the floor with a toga and sandals on, maybe a nice olive branch wrapped around his head and The Great Seal of Obamaland cradled in his left arm, the dove of peace resting on his brow and the sword of vengeance sticking out at a suggestive angle from the front of his toga.

Posted by: Heather | August 27, 2008, 2:22 am 2:22 am

Davis….Hillary has to toe the line, I don’t COUNTRY FIRST.
I’m praying Hillary is with millions of her supporters and privately in the booth pulls the lever for McCain!

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 2:26 am 2:26 am

Piston…you do the math….25% of Hill supporters voting McCain and 25% undecided….18 mill less 25% is about 4 million votes for McCain AWAY from Bozo and the 25% undecided is up for grabs…..Dems should be very worried.
HILLARY SUPPORTER FOR McCAIN!
Posted by: Debra | Aug 27, 2008 2:21:00 AM
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Debra,
You Republicans are so ignorant. 125 million people voted in 2004. Even if your figures are right for the amount of Hillary supporters (and they are way over estimated), it is a drop in the bucket compared to the thumpin McSenile is going to get in November!!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 2:28 am 2:28 am

McCain said it correctly, Obama is just a -celeb-. Obama’s resume: community organizer and part time senator. Associated and done business with, racists, criminal muslims, terrorists and attended a racist anti-american church? for 20 years. If he was white, he would have been impeached from the senate.

Posted by: sally in wet jacksonville | August 27, 2008, 2:29 am 2:29 am

Davis….from cruising the blogs tonight I think your boy is in real trouble, from just this small group of people. Seriously…the term HillaryDems will replace ReaganDems.

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 2:30 am 2:30 am

NO Debra,
Hillary is a DEMOCRAT for Obama and you are a Republican Troll!
“No Way. No How. No McCain”…
Obama/Biden ’08!!! Hillary 2016!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 2:31 am 2:31 am

Oh lol…..Czechoslavikia or Czech Republic…does it really matter which one it is called? For that matter, does it matter if you say Brittian or England or Russia or the Soviet Union…anybody with 1/2 brain knows what you are talking about.

Posted by: chattyway | August 27, 2008, 2:31 am 2:31 am

Davis I was an Independent for Hillary and now for McCain….millions of us and growing everyday with Bozo’s character judgement under the microscope daily….press finally investigating this suit….and not all in his favor anymore…but take heart he still has 9 TIME covers to McCain’s 2, which will make his defeat all the sweeter.
HILLARY SUPPORTER FOR McCAIN

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 2:35 am 2:35 am

We know Hillary had to say it, but in her heart, she knows the DNC, Oprah and the media cheated her out of the nomination. Hillary had over 300,000 more votes tha “the one”. This ex-democrat will never forget.

Posted by: Vera | August 27, 2008, 2:35 am 2:35 am

Debra,
Give me a break! You really think these “comment columns” at the bottom of these ABC BS stories (not blogs) are indicative of what the general electorate feels??
Get real you fool! What are there maybe 50 psycho PUMA bloggers around here including you? Out of 125 million that should really make a dent!!!
Your pathetic!!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 2:35 am 2:35 am

Do you know what really makes me wonder about John McCain is here there is thousands of Americans that are losing their home’s and McCain doesn’t even know how many he own’s, that in itself tells me how far out of touch McCain is with the American People !
Then there is the other Supposed Hero John McCain the one who’s grandfather was an Admiral in the US Navy when John was shot down over Hanoi and John McCain’s legs were damaged and shot from him being shot down, the Vietcong relized who they had and they gave him preferential medical treatment for his leg wounds and at the same time he was colaberating with the enemy while the other P.O.W.s suffered locked up in confinement in hot boxes, then to top the cake with Icing after he was released and became a senator he was in charge of Senate Select Committee to investigate if Live P.O.W.s were left behind (ABANDONED) in Vietnam after the War, Mr. McCains Select Committee made a determination that there was none! Even after we had proof of Nail,Blood,Hair Sample’s from Live P.O.W.s The US Government Stated there wasn’t enough public out-cry to warrent an investigation, in other words there wasn’t enough people Complaining, only the forgotten P.O.W.s families were complaining, Now this is all I have to say we will be leaving the Middle East sooner or later so do you have enough faith in John McCain not to Abandon one of your relatives or friends family or relative in harms way, and if you do, you go ahead and vote for John McCain, and may God be with your Friends and your Relatives and Family when a love one has been abanded in the Middle East, beleive it or not there is still thousands still Missing from Vietnam !
In The Veterans Eye There No One Expendable !! So John How much did you get paid to keep your mouth shut !!

Posted by: Dennis 100% Disabled Veteran | August 27, 2008, 2:37 am 2:37 am

this sucks,either the poor who sent money or the rest of us are paying with our tax dollars. all this money he has or will spend could be spent to help so many people. first the seal then the airplane and now this. someone wake me as i must be having a nightmare.

Posted by: William | August 27, 2008, 2:38 am 2:38 am

Davis all the cable news channels now cover the disgruntled Hillary for McCain supporters, not just FOX. There is a movement, I hear it on C-Span it’s larger than you want to beleve.

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 2:40 am 2:40 am

We have the photos of the set. It looks like the WHITE HOUSE.
http://pgnblogs.wordpress.com/2008/08/27/breaking-obama-invesco-set/

Posted by: Jason Villemez | August 27, 2008, 2:42 am 2:42 am

Kent….thanks for the laugh, I just was thinking poor Dennis hasn’t got his GED.

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 2:42 am 2:42 am

Obama’s original birth certificate was discovered in Mombasa, Kenya. Again, Obama has lied. He lost his citizenship when he became a citizen of Indonesia. Obama has turned in two fake birth certificates to date. A Fedral judge has taken this suit against Obama. If Obama is not a natural born citizen, he CAN’T be elected president.

Posted by: Shenia | August 27, 2008, 2:43 am 2:43 am

“jonK…he limped to the finish line and super del had to be bribed. HE LOST 9 OUT OF THE LAST 14….ALL BECAUSE HE WASN’T VETTED BEFORE FEBRUARY…. the Wright, Rezko, Ayers, angry Michelle, Farrakhan, Hamas endorsement, and on and on….our liberal media is to blame for slanted coverage and the excitement of a new face”
yeah yeah we get it, everything was slanted and it was all a big conspiracy. why don’t you Clintonites accept that screwed up. admit that she came into the race thinking the nomination was owed to her. admit that she lied to voters.(sniper fire) admit she shrugged off caucus states. admit she put her own campaign in debt. are you guys ever gonna take responsibility for anything? or is Hillary “i’m always proud of Walmart” Clinton just so infallible in your eyes.

Posted by: JonK | August 27, 2008, 2:43 am 2:43 am

Something tells me Davis has been watching polls……….with Obama going down down down the week of the VP announcement and convention. This is very bad for Obama.

Posted by: chattyway | August 27, 2008, 2:45 am 2:45 am

Hey Kent:
I don’t have to have weed to speak the truth, it your problem if you don’t want to believe it, if you want to read a good book order this book it’s Titled. Kiss The Boy’s Goodbye !

Posted by: Dennis 100% Disabled Veteran | August 27, 2008, 2:45 am 2:45 am

Don’t worry, Obama is having “crack” flashback. He thinks he is a “god”. He will find out in November, when he heads back to southside Chicago to the house Resko helped him buy.
NOBAMA – NEVER !!!

Posted by: Thore | August 27, 2008, 2:47 am 2:47 am

Wow JonK….your list is so short for Hillary…..I don’t have the friggin time to list the 100 things wrong with Obama and his complete lack of judgement and experience. Seriously, for the months Hill campaigned, only one gaffe?
NEVER THE EMPTY SUIT
PS – Jason Villimez thanks for the link to the White House set….man this is going to be the greatest Republican ad for the anti rock star movement.

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 2:48 am 2:48 am

“No Way. No How. No Obama”…
John is the man !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: John R. in Orlando | August 27, 2008, 2:51 am 2:51 am

Obama will look like a real fool, when he loses in november. Dukakis II

Posted by: 90210 | August 27, 2008, 2:59 am 2:59 am

Obama should have had a ship, like the “Titanic” on the stage. At least, it would be closer to the truth.

Posted by: steve | August 27, 2008, 3:04 am 3:04 am

G’day mate’s, Just an observation from way down here in Australia. This looks good in theory, but would it not be apt to have the set based on your homeland America? Not some foregn country? I would love to see Obama as President. I feel his decisions would not adversaly affect our country as your current leader has (IRAQ war Afganistan war unfair trade deals etc etc). Why base your set on Greece, Obama?

Posted by: Dave from Downunder Australia | August 27, 2008, 3:10 am 3:10 am

hmm…a bitter old man who looks like
he belongs in a dark alley wearing
a long trench coat vs. a young
charismatic leader who looks like
America – why change now?
be stupid AGAIN like you
were for the past two elections,
choose the idiot in the trench
coat.

Posted by: joe | August 27, 2008, 3:14 am 3:14 am

so sad that people who have a chance to cast a historic would rather waste it on John. guess you all stick together.
i’m embarrassed for my country. really.

Posted by: husof | August 27, 2008, 3:15 am 3:15 am

me too

Posted by: muhamad | August 27, 2008, 3:21 am 3:21 am

Stage set for a Greek Tragedy?
Arrogance as Obama’s Achilles’ Heel?
I’m an undecided voter. I’m not 100% convinced this man could be a “great uniter.” In fact, he’s already completely ignored 18 million Americans who voted for Hillary. If Obama unites the country in the same fashion he united the Democratic party, we are doomed as a nation.

Posted by: Mary Santos | August 27, 2008, 3:26 am 3:26 am

Davis its called blind unthinking following of an idiot the same way they blindly followed Hitler,Stalin,and the other nuts of the world

Posted by: girlinvt | August 27, 2008, 3:47 am 3:47 am

Love the look of the Greek temple. I was walking around a similar looking one (could even be the one pictured) a couple of weeks back on holiday to Athens and it was amazing. Greece is an absolutely amazing place, so much history and such a nice atmosphere!

Posted by: Mark Jonas | August 27, 2008, 4:22 am 4:22 am

All these guys have is mockery. What they need is a platform and a candidate who has a clue about the broad range of issues involved here. He also needs better positions on the things that he knows all about. If the Republican Party wasn’t corrupt, cowardly and twisted by Fundamentalist charlatans, John McCain would have been their candidate in 2000 & 2004, but they nominated the village idiot and inflicted this fool upon the world. Now America need someone with vision to clean up the mess that Republican incompetence, greed and malice have created. Good luck to all concerned.

Posted by: Joey Tranchina | August 27, 2008, 4:38 am 4:38 am

Ye, remember what happened in Athens? They created a democracy for a minute… then lost it. Like us they talked about liberty while keeping slaves and like us the Greeks underestimated the strength of their enemies while they overestimated the strength of their own characters. The Greek theme is a good one for us to remember that precious moment of relative liberty lost long ago. It might remind some of us of the fact that ours is slipping away. Or… they can mistake them for Roman columns — would 1 in 100 Americans would know the difference? — then they could throw a toga party. That might be fun.

Posted by: Joey Tranchina | August 27, 2008, 4:47 am 4:47 am

How much of our hard earned money that has been donated to the DNC is being spent on this grandstanding? Pop Star O-SAME-O needs to go do some fundraising in those extra seven states if he wants to put on roadshows like this. We contributed money to the DNC to elect a Democratic President, not to fund American President Idol. Maybe they shpould lower him to the stage on a wire.

Posted by: Melanie | August 27, 2008, 5:08 am 5:08 am

Obama and the Democratic party have proven that they do not have the judgment to lead most powerfull country in the world by not choosing Clinton And for you idiots to say John McCain and George Bush are the same is just like saying Jesse Jackson and Obama are are one and the same. Or to prejudge white people as all the same or to lump all blacks as one. All Conservatives are not created equal. Just as Democrats vary widely. The dem argument will fail.
Osama will fail because of his poor judgement. I wish he had chosen Hillary.
And I wish the democratic leaders would have not forced this young aarogant nobody on the democratic party. I think the dems just want to lose or they were way over confident. Whatever go McSame08.

Posted by: Mr and Ms Independent | August 27, 2008, 5:31 am 5:31 am

Can you say “Gross!” What’s he going to do next? Start wearing ermine and carrying a scepter?

Posted by: anne1244 | August 27, 2008, 5:57 am 5:57 am

Hey People Its good to get aplateform to chat all U feel like. But as a responsible citizen don’t forget the dignity of urs. Don’t use words which r so abusive and vulger, whole word has a eye on that, U r very free to vote so its better to give ur judgement there. Don’t spoil the image of urs. Behave urself.

Posted by: Deepak | August 27, 2008, 6:04 am 6:04 am

LOL – I proud of republicans who are getting behind the message of a higher purpose of putting your country first and supporting the Draft (higher purpose) Mccain referenced at Saddleback .. and this time you offer your sons and daughters (thanks to the draft law passed after 9/11). Problems with fan fair and Fireworks & Greek Looking Columns?? I am really starting to wonder who really is un-American …

Posted by: USA | August 27, 2008, 6:12 am 6:12 am

Please senator John Mccain be responsible and behave matured if u can not fill an Arena do not complain about some body who can do it, try about bringing new ideas and new style in politics, senator Obama is bring new style in to the system u said about celerity statues but it is only celebrities who has more than one house so u senator Mccain u fall under that statue up till now u have not tell the american people how many homes you have you are taken them to your days at vietnam as a POW any time u are ask that question.Two former president have taken their acceptance speech to the arena so Mccain camp grow up to become president u do not need dirty tacties other wise u will meet dirty experience while u are president Mccain see what Bush did to you in 2000 and see what he got as president

Posted by: louis | August 27, 2008, 6:21 am 6:21 am

McCain & his clan can only mock or behave like ill mannered children. Is this what McCain meant by running a honorable campaign. His constant whining and complaining shows that rather than explain his policies or lack thereof, His campaign is revisiting the schoolyard playground. Is McCain reverting to his second childhood?
The Big jealous Baby.

Posted by: Elitist | August 27, 2008, 6:26 am 6:26 am

Mock, snear, smear, drill, surge, POW.
Wow! Great substitute for substance.

Posted by: susan | August 27, 2008, 6:32 am 6:32 am

well actually its YOU whose mocking it. fortunately you are just using a dufus of the mcsame to do the dirty work.
who cares about such trivial crap
yeah …. i know… you have to feed the animals.
kudos

Posted by: Omentum | August 27, 2008, 6:33 am 6:33 am

Whatever you say – what might be more funny : McBush is on the Rove’s Leash and Liberman is whispering him names, countries, borders… – that what McWar leadership is.
I guess we should hae daily Nationalwide report _ what is the next this ancient ruin forgot

Posted by: Linda,Fl | August 27, 2008, 6:34 am 6:34 am

noun verb POW

Posted by: Omentum | August 27, 2008, 6:36 am 6:36 am

Does anyone actually believe that Obama has the time and expertise to do his own set design work? Do you think that he also does his own media generation? If he can do all of that in addition to being a brilliant politician, he must be a genius of the first order.
It seems a lot more likely that he hires people who do the set design and media work for him. He may have final approval (as in, “Do you want the Greek temple theme or the Iwo Jim Flag Raising theme?”).

Posted by: JoelP | August 27, 2008, 6:36 am 6:36 am

The ally of neo-conservatism, ignorance, abounds.

Posted by: lockes ghost | August 27, 2008, 6:40 am 6:40 am

After watching HRC last night – you PUMA’s have defined your substance with your non-support of someone who she is backing. And after she has asked you to support BO – by not doing so you are further defining your main motives.

Posted by: jozy | August 27, 2008, 7:05 am 7:05 am

Never, never, never. Hillary has the experience and has paid her dues. The party elite have demonstrated their real feelings about women and I will not get in lock step with these sexist, racist radicals. If Obama is elected Hillary will lose her chance in 2012. We could have won this year and put our nation back on course. I will vote for the number two that Hillary selected, mcCain.

Posted by: AutumnLeaves | August 27, 2008, 7:11 am 7:11 am

That is because OBAMA thinks of himself as a Greek God, not the image that his wife just pushed…we are one of you.

Posted by: Mike | August 27, 2008, 7:17 am 7:17 am

Is he competing on American Idol or for the presidency of the United States of America. Spending all that money and no one is even going to be watching.
Posted by: Kay | Aug 26, 2008 11:32:23 PM
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While he spends millions on a stage costume his brother George lives on one dollar a month in Kenya. Poor Barack has no extra money to help out George. What will he have to help you?

Posted by: DemocratNoMore2 | August 27, 2008, 7:21 am 7:21 am

Get over it republicans, the era is over, Pres.Obama will be great, and the repbulicans just can deal with the fact that GWB has ended for all of you!!!!

Posted by: Rynaldo | August 27, 2008, 7:22 am 7:22 am

If this man gets elected will we as Americans be subjected to posters of him in various poses as he “saves” America from the evil republicans? Isn’t this how leaders in 3rd world countries behave with the staged lighting and Christ like pictures posted all over the place?

Posted by: david | August 27, 2008, 7:22 am 7:22 am

AutumLeaves….
Yes, you could have won, but you didn’t. And you didn’t win because Hillary’s campaign was mismanaged. Do you REALLY think that if McCain wins this time, she will have a chance in 2012? How do you know that she and Obama don’t already have a deal for her to be a member of his Cabinet?

Posted by: JoelP | August 27, 2008, 7:24 am 7:24 am

Obama just get one step closer to the goal. Obama is a lot like the other Greek Gods and he gonna take us away from this America crap that causes so much problems. We part of the world and it time we acted like it. Hillarys bunch need to get over it and join in or be left out. Thank the Gods, all of em, for Obama.

Posted by: Darryl | August 27, 2008, 7:28 am 7:28 am

OMG…with all the beautiful natural scenery in the US, this clown lets his “handlers ” decide that a backdrop of the parthenon in Athens is what he needs to fire up America? Fire up is the right word – to get this guy OUTTAHERE!!!!
His politics are too socialist for me!!! If I wanted to live in a socialist country, I’d go to France!! Better pray now folks b/c if this guy gets in we will be facing Mecca five times a day!

Posted by: howscary is this | August 27, 2008, 7:42 am 7:42 am

What a pompous jerk! Fireworks and a Greek temple…he thinks he’s so special, how very elitist of him!

Posted by: samhiguchi | August 27, 2008, 7:42 am 7:42 am

The Democratic Campaign has a “product” to sell and they know that image sells so that is what they have been pushing because their candidate is just an empty suit with a good speaking voice. These are professional people selling Obama but they do not know the American people. We may buy a brand of cereal because of the packaging but take our Elections more serious. Good try but no sell—America means to much to give it away as a box of cereal.

Posted by: Ann | August 27, 2008, 7:45 am 7:45 am

Tell me why people are soooo jealous and envious of Barack?

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 7:50 am 7:50 am

I don’t think the backdrop will be a Greek temple….it may just be one of McCain’s ten houses (one that he forgot to count). Obama is the only hope this nation has for getting back on track. McCain is just Yosemite Same, a crazy old coot with guns blazing. We need a level head and some dignity in the oval office for a change. Obama ’08! I can’t wait for NOVEMBER!

Posted by: Randi | August 27, 2008, 7:52 am 7:52 am

Well Lynn – typically people have to have more experience to qualify to run for President .. and his policies s*ck! How’s that? Unless you like Socialism ..

Posted by: Nick | August 27, 2008, 7:52 am 7:52 am

MCCAIN IN HIS WORLD OF SILLY NO SIGNIFINCE REMARKS CONSTANTLY SHOWS HOW DUMB HE IS—-OR LOSING HIS MIND —-WHAT LITTLE HE HAS—-WOW MCDUMMY THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT ISSUE IN YOUR WORLD–??????????????

Posted by: rodney | August 27, 2008, 7:55 am 7:55 am

Let me guess, McCain’s set will look like a POW camp. I’m so sick of that story. WE GET IT, YOU WERE A POW. What have you done since then, McCain? Cheated, lied, and thrown temper tantrums that’s what. He even dragged that story our on Leno the other night. Leno was teasing him about not knowing how many houses he has and McCain starts in with, “You know, I spent five years as a prisoner of war. I didn’t have a chair or a table. I didn’t do that so that I could have a house when I came back…” What??? He’s doesn’t even make sense anymore. Poor, old guy – he needs to pick a house and go home.

Posted by: Ben Dover | August 27, 2008, 7:57 am 7:57 am

thats funny because he has Creon-like arrogance

Posted by: WNYToby | August 27, 2008, 8:00 am 8:00 am

I hear you, but Obama just might be your next President; he definitely has my vote! Would have loved to see Hillary nominated and hopefully she will be the comeback kid and come on back! Wake up America, we are changing whether you like it or not! Obama/Michelle/Biden 08! I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 8:01 am 8:01 am

I CANNOT WAIT FOR MCCAINS SPEECH —IS SHOULD BE INTERESTING—CANNOT USE TELAPROMPTER—-HAS NO MEMORY—-CANNOT KEEP A TRAIN OF THOUGHT—YES IT SHOULD BE INTERESTING

Posted by: rodney | August 27, 2008, 8:04 am 8:04 am

Description of the “Event” from a newspaper:
“Some 80,000 supporters will see Obama appear from between plywood columns painted off-white, reminiscent of Washington’s Capitol building or even the White House, to accept the party’s nomination for president.”
“He will stride out to a raised platform to a podium that can be raised from beneath the floor.
Once Obama speaks, confetti will rain down on him and fireworks will be fired off from locations around the stadium wall.”
What does he think this is — the Olympics in Greece??

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 8:06 am 8:06 am

If one can’t see through the smoke and mirrors used by this traveling show snake oil salesman called “The One” then you were truly born yesterday. All this glamour is provided for one thing and one thing only, to attract attention away from the fact that “The One” has nothing else to offer. The change is starting before he even becomes (I hate to even speculate it) POTUS. He is breaking from every tradition of our government in acceptance of nomination to location of oath of office. It is so obvious that he wants to stick to his code which is to break anything black theology considers white tradition.
And democrazies can’t see that when they are on their knees kissing his feet. Hillary’s voice said support this nobody, but her expressions and body language said this is an obomination,

Posted by: seebogodown | August 27, 2008, 8:06 am 8:06 am

Chattyway…
“Oh lol…..Czechoslavikia or Czech Republic…does it really matter which one it is called? For that matter, does it matter if you say Brittian or England or Russia or the Soviet Union…anybody with 1/2 brain knows what you are talking about.”
Yes, it makes a very big difference, especially if you are engaging in diplomatic relations with the country in question.

Posted by: JoelP | August 27, 2008, 8:10 am 8:10 am

This is getting embarrassing. Obama please don’t do it!

Posted by: Pete | August 27, 2008, 8:13 am 8:13 am

Melanie, the green-eyed monster is showing. Are you jealous because Michelle is so beautiful? Obama/Michelle/Biden 08!!!

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 8:14 am 8:14 am

I was an undecided voter, an independent – and after careful study, forgetting Obama’s popularity (which is somehow a bad thing??) and forgetting McCain’s POW years (which I greatly honor) I saw that the ONLY wise choice was Barack Obama. America can not stand four more years of what McCain promises. I don’t hate McCain, he might even be a decent guy. But after researching BOTH candidates, Obama is the only sensible choice for this country. The crazies on here that scream muslim, communist,etc are just that – crazies. There’s no meat to their rants, just anger and fantasy. I don’t have to hate one candidate to vote for the other, but I do have to make an informed choice and THAT choice will be Obama-Biden.

Posted by: Alana | August 27, 2008, 8:17 am 8:17 am

With or without Hillary, Obama is headed for defeat. The liberal wing of the party may not care that he spent 20 years in a racist, anti-Semitic, un-American church, but there are plenty of Democrats who do. COUNTRY OVER PARTY.

Posted by: Reluctant McCain Dem | August 27, 2008, 8:19 am 8:19 am

Picky consumers are true consumers,
They are the true founders of every
successful markets,the high standard of
living setters.
Picky consumers are the most successful
company’s favorite consumer,they killed
their rivals with high demand.

Posted by: Picky | August 27, 2008, 8:19 am 8:19 am

Jealous and Envy, Bush and republicans have given us 8 years of hell, and yet people still cant see no reason to change. That goes on the same line as atheist saying they dont believe in god but will spend and want money that plainly say in god we trust. Go figure

Posted by: altnng | August 27, 2008, 8:22 am 8:22 am

His decision to hold a concert before his rally with Bruce Springsteen shows a lack of judgement and feeds into his celebrity status. To many more bad judgement calls and he will lose my vote (I’m just a casual supporter not a crazed one).

Posted by: Gretchen | August 27, 2008, 8:22 am 8:22 am

Why shouldn’t Obama have greek columns? Why shouldn’t his speech come off like he’s a rock star? Isn’t this what the media has turned him into? Isn’t this all he has to offer? HE HAS NO EXPERIENCE! Which is what makes him a very dangerous man to have in the White House in dangerous times. After eight years of Bush I understand why people are craving something else but you Obama supporters and the MSM have gone off your rockers if you think we will turn our country over to the likes of this man. I don’t want to vote for McCain, but I have been left with no other choice.

Posted by: Glenda | August 27, 2008, 8:24 am 8:24 am

We Democrats had the opportunity to nominate someone with some substance and instead chose fairy tales and idealism over common sense and intelligence. Obama wears hubris like a cheap suit, much like G.W. Bush. I think no matter who wins it will be a stunning disaster. I’m staying home in November for the first time in my life, and then I’m going to sit back and watch the clowns perform.

Posted by: AJ | August 27, 2008, 8:32 am 8:32 am

You all really don’t get it. The majority of Americans do want change. This country is changing. New energy is surfacing from a younger generation. Get with it!! We Need Change! I don’t care if he does have a funny name, I support him 100 percent! People talked about Jesus! And they will no doubt always talk about the little boy named Barack who had big dreams! You can’t break anyone’s spirit if they are determined, and Barack is a man of strength! Some people don’t like the strength that Barack has, especially having a strong woman like Michelle (the epitome of beauty) in his corner and 2 very beautiful children! The love they have shows! Most people don’t have love in their family and it’s hard for them to watch Obama’s loyalty and love for his family. I am watching the DNC from beginning to end and ready to vote! Obama/Michelle/Biden 08!! I love it!

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 8:32 am 8:32 am

CHATTYWAY – Ummm, yes it matters very much that you understand changes borders, changes in governments and the correct name of a nation. Yeah, it matters. Perhaps you’ve heard that we’re no longer an English colony? It’s people with your view of the world that think it’s perfectly okay for a presidential candidate to think that Iraq and Afghanistan share a border. That was John McCain’t showing his arrogance and complete lack of foreign policy knowledge.

Posted by: JohnD | August 27, 2008, 8:34 am 8:34 am

“Clifton, At least you are being honest. The reason you are voting for Obama is because you hate America and so does Obama.” — Joe, America is not “loveable” just because it’s called “America”. America is what we and our leaders make it. If you lived in America when it was a slave nation, would you have “loved” America then?Perhaps you would have. People who have the courage to stand up and damn America for its faults are the people who are driving America to restore our nation. Those who shroud themselves in “love of the flag” will wave that flag proudly all the way to America’s demise if not for patriots like Wright and Obama.

Posted by: Clifton | August 27, 2008, 8:35 am 8:35 am

I can’t believe some of the ridculous comments I am reading. Are you people “adults”? If so, it’s a wonder we are experiencing such trouble in this country. It’s doesn’t matter who is in office, do they have “the people” on their agenda.

Posted by: Shen | August 27, 2008, 8:36 am 8:36 am

McCain/(write in)Clinton 2008!!!!!

Posted by: Sue | August 27, 2008, 8:36 am 8:36 am

After Denver Nobama will take his ‘Greek Temple and the Massiah show’ on a world tour. I wonder if Madonna will join him as the opening act? I bet MTV will show it live.

Posted by: Norman | August 27, 2008, 8:37 am 8:37 am

Don’t know about anyone else, nor would I speak for them… but I’m doing the old Hillary write in nomination. Both of the current candidates are useless.

Posted by: Doug | August 27, 2008, 8:38 am 8:38 am

JohnD – haha, I’d forgotten about that gaffe of McCain’s. His supporters will jump all over Obama for saying 57 when he meant 47(how awful!)but it’s okay for McCain to think that Afghanistan and Iraq share a border, and to not have a clue about the difference between Suni and Shiite. The man is too busy buying houses, $500 shoes, and throwing toddler style temper tantrums to actually educate himself. He has no intellectual curiosity, and no desire to hear anyone’s ideas but his own. THAT is arrogance, not a few columns and a rock band. Obama-Biden ’08

Posted by: Randi | August 27, 2008, 8:39 am 8:39 am

The staged theatrics for his speech will only fan the flames of an elitist that thinks he rises with the sun. When is he going to learn that these large gatherings of people with rock bands does not support what many Americans want to see in their president.
McCain is making inroads with voters because he has smaller gatherings and takes questions from the audience. Obama on the other hand with the large gatherings seems unapproachable and no questions. Could this be why he just can’t seem to connect with average Americans?

Posted by: Independent minded | August 27, 2008, 8:39 am 8:39 am

Cool. It’s about time “thought” and “knowledge” made a reappearance in our national leadership. I’m guessing McCain will give his acceptance speech from atop a tank. And those won’t be fireworks at the Republican Convention. INCOMING!!!!

Posted by: TSnow27604 | August 27, 2008, 8:42 am 8:42 am

I try to be centrist, and the majority of Dems are just like the majority of Republicans, living their lives, and not watching cable news 24/7, a few issues distinguish them from one another, but Economy & Security can move them from side to side. The far left is to blame for the lack of winning by the Democrats. They control the money, thus control the candidate.
Take 2004: Every poll had Kerry ahead in everything, better on economy, education, social security, healthcare, environment, energy, but not security. Bush was lousy in the debates, yet Kerry Lost
Today with how the country views Bush and Republicans, McCain should not be sniffing the DNC candidate. Everyone has bailed on Bush and the GOP. The Far Right does not even like McCain. If the DNC had put up a centrist Dem, they would be up by 20 points. Instead the GOP picked a non-hardliner and look at what we have. A virtual tie.

Posted by: Lloyd | August 27, 2008, 8:42 am 8:42 am

I think the Democrats need to seriously look at Obama’s past associations.
There really is something “not quite right” with his version that Ayers “was just a neighbor”.
The Annenberg papers were finally made public yesterday (after Obama’s people tried to block the release).
They show that Obama served on the board as head of this failed Project and correspondence he sent included Ayers, since Ayers was on the board for this project. He sat in board meetings with Ayers.
Why is he trying to have his lawyers block information from coming out? I think Putin does the same thing if things show him in a bad light.
Why doesn’t he come clean and tell the truth like Edwards did about his mistress?

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 8:43 am 8:43 am

Amerika! Bow down to the OBAMA! And put air in your tires!

Posted by: Brian | August 27, 2008, 8:45 am 8:45 am

“If looks could kill Michelle Obama would be arrested for murder. She looked more like a bouncer at a lesbian bar. – SteveT” – Hey Steve, it sounds like after the 9 beers, you confused the ugly lesbian bouncer at the bar where you were drinking with the woman who graced our nation on Monday night. Michelle Obama is positively the most beautiful woman to speak as a public servant in my lifetime – not just her looks, but what she stands for. Face it, the problem you have is that she’s black. Look above you, my friend – the conferderate flag does not fly at our capital any longer.

Posted by: Clifton | August 27, 2008, 8:46 am 8:46 am

McCain has smaller gatherings because he is old and can’t take on much!! Could this be why he just can’t seem to connect with average Americans? Obama/Michelle/Biden 08!!

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 8:48 am 8:48 am

Independent Minded – I disagree. One of the jobs of the president is to inspire the American citizens. As has been stated, the spirit and drive of the American people are our greatest assets but Bush has squandered them and asked us to do nothing. After 9/11 we were asked to shop!? Not ration, save gas, volunteer – shop. And to your other point, Obama takes questions at almost every stop. Almost all of his campaign stops are for a couple of thousand people or less (many times less) where he talks with people and answers questions. The Republicans want to distort this truth but the truth it is.

Posted by: TSnow27604 | August 27, 2008, 8:48 am 8:48 am

Alana, you tried to sound smart, why are you so stupid? If you actually researched obama and didn’t puke when you found all his socialist and communist ties and studies, his ties to terrorist, his racist tendencies, his wifes racist tendencies, his vote present senate record (when he was there), his approval of killing babies, his Chicago dirty politics, his campaigning in all 57 states (57 islamic states), etc, etc, ect, then you didn’t use the same research material as I did and all the other non-believers did.
I’m still waiting for ONE significant accomplish that obama has done to help this country to come to light, just one, where is it? Nice vocal skills and concerts don’t count.
Then there are people like lynn, comparing him to Jesus!?! That is pure bBlasphemy.

Posted by: seebogodown | August 27, 2008, 8:49 am 8:49 am

On top of the columns Obama can raise a gigantic print of the Obama ceal to top of the experience.
This fantastic speech they say he’ll hold on the anniversary of MLK “I Have a Dream”-speech, except I never considered 45 years an anniversary. I though politics was about the future, not the past.
But I’m stupid, a minimum a little feableminded; I thought elections was about democracy too.

Posted by: Sylvia Johnsen | August 27, 2008, 8:50 am 8:50 am

He’s just practicing his plans for rebuilding the real temple. Yup, he’s on his way. Like he said…they don’t know who they’re messing with.

Posted by: mojo | August 27, 2008, 8:50 am 8:50 am

Is the DNC running for the “coolest kid in 7th grade” or are they running for presidency? He doesn’t have the experience or qualifications, and he and the DNC now need alot of other distractions to cover up his inadequacy. It’s sad that the DNC chooses to make themselves into a media frenzy spectacle. Just helps to prove that Senator McCain is the worthy presidential candidate who takes the job seriously and has the experience and qualifications to unify the country and get the job done.

Posted by: Barb | August 27, 2008, 8:50 am 8:50 am

Know Way,
Know How,
Know McCain!

Posted by: Angelo | August 27, 2008, 8:51 am 8:51 am

Obama deserves to speak in a Greek Temple. I hope he wears some leafs around his head. McCain is too plain. I can’t vote for someone who is so boring. Obama is exciting. He will do great and look good in the Greek temple speaking his soaring words/ McCain and Hillary addicts are just jealous because neither one of thier candidates could pull off a speech in a Greek temple. Wait until he arises from the floor and mesmerizes us with his beautiful speech. You will all be amazed. The fireworks will be the grande finale.

Posted by: Jody Spinosa | August 27, 2008, 8:53 am 8:53 am

I think he is doing something that most president don’t do and that’s try something different.

Posted by: Yesenia | August 27, 2008, 8:53 am 8:53 am

I wonder if he’s going to wear a toga?
I wonder if Michelle’s costume is going to have a “misfunction?”
Millions of Americans will be watching just to laugh at this clown.

Posted by: Michael McCullough | August 27, 2008, 8:54 am 8:54 am

He will have a group of schoolchildren of various races and creeds surrounding him cross legged on the floor and a multicolored light will dimly light his head. It will be quite a show. You’ll see.

Posted by: Jose | August 27, 2008, 8:57 am 8:57 am

No one still has grasped the fact that Obama did not carry any states that will get him elected. He blew off Hillary who carried Mass, NY, NJ, Fla, etc.

Posted by: Kathy | August 27, 2008, 8:59 am 8:59 am

Brian (to follow my last post) did you know that Obama was at a campaign stop and was asked by an audience member what she could do today to save gas? Obama’s answer was that she should make sure her car is in proper working order and that her tires are properly inflated. One answer for one lady and before he quietly released a statement saying he agreed that it was a good idea, McCain twisted those words trying to make them seem wrong. He wants to expand areas for off-shore drilling. The Dept of Energy says that at peak capacity they estimate this would add 1.4 billion gallons of gas a year. That would cover less than 4 days concumption! Meanwhile, the DOT, AAA, and others did a study and said that if all Americans properly inflated their tires, we could save 2.8 billion gallons a year. Twice as much and it could start today. Look it up if you don’t believe me. Senator Obama is the candidate with the good ideas for the American people, not the good ideas for multi-billion dollar industries like the Republicans.

Posted by: TSnow27604 | August 27, 2008, 8:59 am 8:59 am

McCain really seems to be stuck in the 60s. He hasn’t been able to get over the fact that the public was lied to about the Gulf of Tonkin incident we used as an excuse to get involved in a civil war in Vietnam and spent 5 years as a POW as a result.
He now thinks that we should exacerbate the lies of the Bush Administration and use force to coerce other countries to behave in ways more to our liking. Diplomacy is out; military might is in.
Such an approach will not serve to promote our national interests.

Posted by: JoelP | August 27, 2008, 8:59 am 8:59 am

Hey, Clifton, I did mention that jealousy is running rampant. Michelle is a very beautiful intelligent black woman and just might become this country’s first black First Lady!! And people hate that she is not ugly! Obama/Michelle/Biden 08!!!

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 9:00 am 9:00 am

Barrack doesn’t need experience. He’s one with God. Can’t you people see that? Open your eyes and rejoice, The world must learn to accept Obama if we are going to have peace. Accept him for your own sake,

Posted by: Jill | August 27, 2008, 9:00 am 9:00 am

Now they can use Charlton Heston as Ben-Hur chariot racing with Obama

Posted by: geevill | August 27, 2008, 9:02 am 9:02 am

“When love begins to sicken and decay,
It useth an enforcèd ceremony.
There are no tricks in plain and simple faith.” shakespeare julius caesar
‘there’s a sucker born every minute’ p t barnum
‘But where are the clowns?
Quick, send in the clowns.
Don’t bother, they’re here.’ steven sondheim

Posted by: scathinglybrilliant | August 27, 2008, 9:03 am 9:03 am

In the words of Taco Bell: People think outside the box! Or the bun!
McCain is funny because he always gives a story (like a grandpa would) on his Cold War experiences. I thought the Cold War was over. McCain represents the past with all the baggage. I don’t endorse Obama but look at the alternative: Republican leftovers from the 2000 election season that should not have been put on the table for general consumption. Ladies, you know of what I speak. Men will eat anything so it doesn’t matter with them. Question: Should people of this country give more support to the party that gave us such works as the Bush administration? They need a recall because their product is outdated in more ways than one.

Posted by: Tiff | August 27, 2008, 9:06 am 9:06 am

Both the Obamas appear very simian.

Posted by: Bubba | August 27, 2008, 9:06 am 9:06 am

Are there any LAW AND ORDER re-runs on the air opposite the little jerk’s speech?

Posted by: Soetoro NO! | August 27, 2008, 9:07 am 9:07 am

You’re right Clifton – we hate em all! Sheesh! You’re out of your mind OR better yet .. have nothing else left in your argument! Grow up! Got news for ya .. I see way more racist blacks then whites! FACT!!

Posted by: rodney | August 27, 2008, 9:09 am 9:09 am

I’m sick and tired of you racists and bigots. Obama is human and he will defeat your asses come November. He is not simian. You are an idiot.

Posted by: John Manhower | August 27, 2008, 9:10 am 9:10 am

Change change change. Anyone have any idea what kind of change this may be? I can give you one answer. Change = all you will have in your pocket if Obama becomes president. At least that is the goal of all good socialists….everyone having exactly the same amount of change…except the enlightened leaders, who will live quite nicely.

Posted by: Scout | August 27, 2008, 9:10 am 9:10 am

Watch it Bubba! You just released the green-eyed monster! I know you just learned a new big word today! Hooray for you! Obama/Michelle/Biden 08!!

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 9:11 am 9:11 am

Sad we all have to be subjected to this empty suit creation from Hollywood. Anyone who votes for Obama should be a shamed of themselves.

Posted by: Andy | August 27, 2008, 9:13 am 9:13 am

What’s funnier is that the reason Obama is moving his acceptance speach to the stadium is because many of Hillary’s supporters and delegates are leaving after the sham roll call, and he doesn’t want to speak to a half empty convention center.

Posted by: cavan | August 27, 2008, 9:14 am 9:14 am

Obama has a right to speak from a Greek temple if he wants to. You might say he’s a little jerk, but you are wrong. Research the facts – the Greek temple idea wasn’t his. It was thought up by Axelrod, so don’t blame Barrack. He’s just following orders from his campaign like any good candidate. He will not be wearing leaves on his head.

Posted by: jane | August 27, 2008, 9:14 am 9:14 am

Hillary is a witch. She sucks.

Posted by: Jim Beam | August 27, 2008, 9:18 am 9:18 am

When things in our country are at their worst, Obama can show us our best.
Meanwhile, Republicans just spew hatred, racism, and ignorance.
How can McCain supporters be proud of a candidate that votes against equal pay and against the Violence Against Women Act?

Posted by: Billy | August 27, 2008, 9:18 am 9:18 am

Obama -A noun, a verb, and an “uh”

Posted by: geevill | August 27, 2008, 9:19 am 9:19 am

Don’t forget — this is really American Idol and to cast your vote via text message.

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 9:19 am 9:19 am

I love the clip from the primaries when Hillary refers to lifetime of service from herself and McCain, and all Obama did was give a speech… Then Hillary proudly cries out “I do not approve of this message”. Is she denying having said it? Was she lying then or is she lying now?

Posted by: bullyforhim | August 27, 2008, 9:19 am 9:19 am

Actually, this sounds like a pretty awesome stage setup. I’m continually impressed with how well crafted this campaign is, right down to the details. I think it’s a good indicator of how the country would run under Obama.

Posted by: hey Scoob | August 27, 2008, 9:20 am 9:20 am

I’m a Hillary supporter and I’m voting for Obama/Michelle/Biden 08!! Would love to see Hil in office as prez but ain’t gonna happen right now! Get over it!

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 9:22 am 9:22 am

Wow…all the negativity levelled at Obama. At least he is putting a lot of hard work into showing how much he cares about the presidency and the issues at stake and is showing some imagination, some hope, his interest in helping America go back to resembling something a little closer to a democracy than what it has become in the past 8 years. What do we get from McCain? Comedy show circuits that attempt to show him as being “hip” and “young,” when underneath it all you have the McCain The Fatalist who believes For Whom The Bell Tolls is the best book ever and who would lead America on a self destructive course if he believed it was Right regardless of what anyone else would think about his decisions. Sound familiar? It really would be GWB the third term. Ultimately, this comes from McCain’s true surplus of experience, the experience of being an embittered, jaded old man who deep down under the facade fears change.

Posted by: PalatinePup | August 27, 2008, 9:23 am 9:23 am

Greek columns???? The symbolism is what??????

Posted by: rafraf | August 27, 2008, 9:25 am 9:25 am

This is going to be great, a replay of the Emperor’s New Clothes! Obama, the all knowing, all seeing, all changing do nothing junior senator and social democrat bearing the mantle of Ted Kennedy. Not even Hollywood could dream up this fairytale.

Posted by: FLOWERBOUY | August 27, 2008, 9:25 am 9:25 am

I didn’t hear Hillary once say that Obama would be an leader….she supports him??? But she really didn’t say why except that he is a Democrat.

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 9:26 am 9:26 am

“Then Hillary proudly cries out “I do not approve of this message”. Is she denying having said it”
No she doesn’t deny it’s true. she simply doesn’t approve of the ad. Unlike Joe Biden who is lying about suddenly thinking Obama is qualified to be President.

Posted by: geevill | August 27, 2008, 9:26 am 9:26 am

John McCain, talking about the Berlin speech: “He was the picture of confidence, but in some ways the confidence in one’s self and confidence in one’s country are not the same.”
Just another day; another McCain lie.
It’s sad to see him sink to these levels.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:27 am 9:27 am

I am sure Obama’s speech will be great. It always is when he reads from the teleprompter.
Is he running for President or auditioning for American Idol?

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 9:29 am 9:29 am

“Greek columns???? The symbolism is what??????”
I don’t know. John McCain’s boyhood? Maybe this is Obama reaching across the aisle and trying to make the veteran of ancient Sparta feel at home.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:29 am 9:29 am

When will his campaign graduate high school and enter the adult world? I bet the prom committee will do a swell job on the decorations and Zeus’s (the artist formerly known as Obama)rhetoric will exalt himself beyond just being God-like. He just may transform himself into a God then and there. Or has he already done that?

Posted by: McCain Dem | August 27, 2008, 9:29 am 9:29 am

As a very wise woman has said… What a nincomepoop!

Posted by: Rich T | August 27, 2008, 9:30 am 9:30 am

Don’t forget PalatinePup, Obama has some negro blood in him; that’s why there is so much negativity about him. They try to cover it up by saying he’s muslim, has a funny name, he’s a terrorist, etc. But the truth is, he is Black! America is changing! A Black man running for Prez! Wow!! Some people are simply depressed about all of this! I love it! Obama/Michelle/Biden 08!!!

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 9:30 am 9:30 am

I agree with a prior post that I hope there are enough Christians that vote to defeat Obama. Read your Bible about the end times – what will happen when the anti-christ shows himself. So much has been said about how Obama portrays himself and usually, even if blown out of portion, there is a measure of truth.
What about when Obama would not salute the American flag? What about Obama removing the American flag from the tail of his plane and replacing it with a symbol that represents him? There are other examples too. Go to truthorfiction.com and search for Obama. There are many rumors that are false, but there are some disturbing ones that are true.
We are moving fast enough to a one world system. I truly believe that if Obama is elected things will change but not for the better.

Posted by: Concerned Citizen | August 27, 2008, 9:31 am 9:31 am

Geevil: Clinton said she is a proud supporter of Obama’s.
So either she thinks he will be a good president or she’s lying. I’m guessing she thinks he’ll be a good president.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:31 am 9:31 am

Hillary was super last night she anointed her self I’m glad she didn’t anoint Obama.

Posted by: Gloria | August 27, 2008, 9:32 am 9:32 am

Kinda’ reminds me of the staging they used to do for rallies in the Third Reich. Heil Obama!

Posted by: Judith M. | August 27, 2008, 9:33 am 9:33 am

Where’s The Beef?

Posted by: egbok321 | August 27, 2008, 9:34 am 9:34 am

Obama: Even more sizzle to hide the lack of any steak.

Posted by: Joaquin B. | August 27, 2008, 9:35 am 9:35 am

Concerned Citizen – do you really believe Obama is the anti-Christ?
Sheesh. I don’t know about that one.
And, I do have a question for you or anyone else who is saying anything about this election was prophesized in the Bible. If that’s true, then whatever is going to happen is going to happen. There’s not much us mere humans can do about it, right?
See, that’s the rub. The so-called Christians who blindly support anything Republican seem to want divine power more than anything else. You want to change prophecy.
That’s not what’s taught in my Church. We’re advised to trust in the Trinity, etc., when it comes to big things like the end times.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:36 am 9:36 am

noun verb POW
McCain’s platform

Posted by: Omentum | August 27, 2008, 9:36 am 9:36 am

Gloria: “Hillary was super last night she anointed her self I’m glad she didn’t anoint Obama.”
What exactly do you mean by that? Clinton pretty strongly expressed her support for Obama. I’m not sure where annointing plays any role.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:38 am 9:38 am

“Greek columns???? The symbolism is what??????”
The first great democracy and to show that all the citizens filling the arena are supporting him … so all of the common citizens should be in awe of his greatness and support.

Posted by: tiredtoo | August 27, 2008, 9:38 am 9:38 am

He must be kidding! I can’t believe this until I see it with my own eyes! Good thing I see his true egotism before the election. But…senile McCain! What a choice. Think I will pass election day by. I don’t want either!

Posted by: Senior | August 27, 2008, 9:38 am 9:38 am

This is all new to most of you and very hard to swallow! It seems surreal, doesn’t it; just like a dream! You all are really depressed about Obama running for prez. Well get over it, becuz it is happening! It’s real! Obama/Michelle/Biden 08!!

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 9:41 am 9:41 am

Why do people not realize that Hillary and Obama are basically the same. Are you voting for polices or who you “like” better. I vote based on polices.

Posted by: marie | August 27, 2008, 9:41 am 9:41 am

Well, symbolism is important. I hear McCain is going to give his acceptance speech in a nudie bar.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:44 am 9:44 am

There is not one speeh made as of yets as good as Hillary Clintons last night, Hillary knows how to give the speeches and cares for the people. I rather see the Jew Temple with the real Messiah Jesus is his name

Posted by: GG | August 27, 2008, 9:44 am 9:44 am

perhaps he will come out dressed in a toga and wearing a laurel wreath.

Posted by: lordylordy | August 27, 2008, 9:44 am 9:44 am

Paul – I did not say that this election was prophesied in the Bible, but the Bible does state that in the end time a man will rise up and take unite the world into a one-world government.
Humans do have a choice. Our Creator gave man a choice. We choose how to live our lives. We also have a choice on who we elect to run our country, not only our President, but our Vice-President, Senate, House of Representatives, in addition to state and local officials.
I believe we must trust in God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit (the Trinity) but we also must pray that our country will get back to its roots. The values our forefathers used when they wrote our Constitution.
Christians should not “blindly” support Republicans or Democrats or Independents but support a candidate, regardless of party, that will represent our country and pray that God instill in our leaders the wisdom to enact laws wisely.
If you look at history, when a country’s values fall, so do the country.

Posted by: Concerned Citizen | August 27, 2008, 9:44 am 9:44 am

I,m From England and i can,t believe how dumb the republicans are . You see you are struggling to pay your bills. Someone comes and promise you to cut your taxes and give you reliefs . And what are you doing? You are voting for the old man who owns 8 houses and means that being rich begins bei having 5
millions Dollar a year. So Dumb and hardcore are you. Think about your Children… I,m serious …
We in Europe are searching such a leader who cares about small people.
I bet and I,m sure all across the world , every country would be proud to hav Obama as president.Think about yourself , your Kids , your future …. Obama is your Choice….

Posted by: Chris England | August 27, 2008, 9:46 am 9:46 am

Why don’t the Republican scumbags focus on more substantive issues—like their disastrous 8 years in the White House.
The economy is in shambles, Vietnam 2.0 is in the proverbial sh*t, and gas prices are at all time highs and this is the best you guys have? Name calling?
This is not a joke. My future, our children future depends on this election.

Posted by: J.R. | August 27, 2008, 9:47 am 9:47 am

MCcain has 7 Houses..Average Joe??? I think Not..Who is the celebrity??? No Way mCcain!!!

Posted by: Randy M | August 27, 2008, 9:48 am 9:48 am

Concerned: “I did not say that this election was prophesied in the Bible, but the Bible does state that in the end time a man will rise up and take unite the world into a one-world government.”
Um, okay, so are you saying Obama is the guy in this prophecy or not? Because if he isn’t, in your thinking, I can’t see any reason for you even bringing it up.
By the way, we have free will. But that free will determines how we live, and what happens to us after this world, according to the Christian faith. The prophetic passages of the Bible never implied us people could change the course of those prophecies.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:48 am 9:48 am

There is only one messiah and his name is Jesus in case no one knows this here

Posted by: GG | August 27, 2008, 9:49 am 9:49 am

I’m with Melanie…offer him a television script and he’ll leave the presidential race in a NY minute!!!!

Posted by: L | August 27, 2008, 9:50 am 9:50 am

If we simply get to the facts about Obama (without calling names and such), here’s what I’ve gleaned from my studies:
FACT:
1. Obama and Michelle subscribe to the most liberal of pro-abortion supporters, yet they call themselves Christian.
2. Obama has known support and associations to radical terrorists. This isn’t a presumptive remark but based on public information.
3. Obama was educated for a short time in a Catholic run school and for a slightly longer time in a Islamic school; taught to recite prayers in Arabic and learned the Koran – all during very formative years. This is based on remarks made by his teacher in Indonesia as well as some of his family members.
4. Obama’s mother was an atheist and very much interested in the Marxist teachings. Her parents, in later years, embraced their daughters radical views and religiosity (atheism/Marxism, etc).
5. Obama’s mentor was Rev. Jeremiah Wright. Wright, a black pastor in Chicago, has political ties to Islamic leader Louis Farrakan and also embraced anti-American sentiments as well as anti-semitic rants. 20 years under this mentorship is a long time to say you didn’t really subcribe to his thinking. However, how many different stories did Obama have to tell about his association with Wright, Farrakan and the church before we got the “truth”?
6. Obama claims an uncle served in the war and became distressed about what he saw. Have we gotten the final word on whether this is true to some extent or was it deemed to be total fabrication?
7. Biden clearly stated four years ago that John McCain was the best man to run the country if needed to do so. Fast forword to the present and Biden states that Obama is not ready to serve; could be ready but isn’t (asked by George Stephinolpolis if he stood by that statement and he said yes). Biden has now been asked to be the VP.
8. Obama’s health care plan includes every American and 12+ million illegal aliens. He would also like to finance the support of third world countries to help them be up to par with U.S. standards. Guess who will foot the bill?
There’s probably a few more I could list but I’m running out of time.
So, I’ll leave you with this thought: how many presidential candidates can you name that has designed their own presidential logo utilizing only part of the American flag (the circle with the configuration of a half-circle with stripes)? I ask this because I can’t think of one. However, I find the logo just ever so concerning. Why a circle and a half-circle within it? and why the stipes but not the stars? This bothers me as our flag represents the blood of so many people over the decades, who fought for our freedom and then to be dissected in such a way for whatever purpose – I’m finding it all difficult to digest. Is many the half-circle suppose to represent his father’s Islamic side and the stripes to represent the U.S.? Did he forget what the blue field and the stars represent? Those who serve our country know full well what every color, star and stripe mean and it isn’t trivial to them and it isn’t to me.
Think about this before responding with some wise-crack remark because it truly concerns me that this man could become the leader of our country and this would be his respect for our symbol of freedom.

Posted by: jr | August 27, 2008, 9:51 am 9:51 am

Who cares what McCain thinks~~He is boring as hell!!! he is a petty 72 year old juvenile, who lacks substsnce as well as vision!

Posted by: Leeda | August 27, 2008, 9:51 am 9:51 am

I wonder why the set is said to look like a Greek temple. It is the 45th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s speech in front of a Greek temple-like structure called the Lincoln Memorial.

Posted by: Mike D | August 27, 2008, 9:51 am 9:51 am

Obama will build this country back up from the shambles that it is currently in-the shambles that republicans have left us in. Obama will win this election

Posted by: julia | August 27, 2008, 9:52 am 9:52 am

I’m gonna put my toga on right now! You folks don’t like change, do you? Wish my fore fathers could see this now!! If you stop reading and blogging on this board, you won’t be so depressed! Obama/Michelle/Biden 08!!

Posted by: Lynn | August 27, 2008, 9:52 am 9:52 am

Oh, and Concerned, one more clarification.
The Bible doesn’t say this guy – the anti-Christ – will unite the world under one government.
He (and actually its not clear its a person – that’s something of an interpretation that became popular centuries after Revelations was written) will revive the Roman Empire. But other cats in the world don’t go along… which is what leads to Armagedon.
It always amazes me how the loudest Bible thumpers actually know so little about the Bible.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:53 am 9:53 am

Vote for McCain and stop the pain
He’ll get this country on track.
Vote for Hussein and feel the pain
This country will be under attack.
Vote for McCain if you’re American and proud
And you’re not afraid to say it out loud.
Vote for obama if you think freedom is free
A weak appeaser is all he’ll ever be.
Vote for McCain and the red, white and blue
To the USA he will always be true.
Vote for obama if want to cry
Do you really know where his loyalties lie?
Vote for McCain and in the end
This country will be the greatest again.
Vote for obama if you really don’t care
That this nation will fall deeper into despair.

Posted by: sam | August 27, 2008, 9:54 am 9:54 am

I heard Springsteen might play. That’s enough reason to watch. Seriously,though, does anyone on these blogs ever have even a semi-balanced viewpoint? Obama’s background is different but he doesn’t have horns and want to bring down America. McCain’s older but he’s not on a walker wearing Depends. If you can’t make an argument any more subtle than good vs. evil you probably haven’t really thought things through and I can’t imagine you could convince anybody of your viewpoint.

Posted by: BG | August 27, 2008, 9:56 am 9:56 am

The long awaited political star has arrived and will give his acceptance speech in a spectacular setting and he knows how to run a campaign and he will run the country with fiscal responsibility with tax cuts, balanced budgets, green collar jobs and glamor. Obama has made politics interesting and added millions to the voter registry. Obama is a real patriot who has already enhanced the image of the USA. The lack lustre campaign of McCain has nothing to offer but war and aggression and creating enemies out of friends so as to keep the war machine well greased. Oh yes he has one funny line “Arizona is so dry that the trees chase the dogs” What a creative guy. There is really no choice for independents it is either Obama or skip the election. Who would want to take responsibility for a failed presidency by voting for McCain.

Posted by: gjkotw01 | August 27, 2008, 9:56 am 9:56 am

Yep, Sam, stuff like that is pretty much all you McCain supporters have. Meaningless poems, and fear that Obama is either the anti-Christ, or Hitler, or the kidnapper of the Lindburgh baby.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:56 am 9:56 am

He is taking change to the extreme when he tries to depict himself as the savior from yonder high to save us all. I expect that he will be slowly lowered on a pedestal to the podium, the skies will open, trumpets will blare, angels will sing. Obama will eloquently tells us once again, he is what the world has been waiting for, followed with declaring himself the imperial ruler of the universe, as he recites declarations, exhortations, whips his followers into a frenzy, then the U.S. will brake off and sink into the ocean.

Posted by: Jumpin_George | August 27, 2008, 9:56 am 9:56 am

Why is it socialists, communists,and democrats all have to have big speech/spectacles to validate themselves? to sell themselves?

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 9:57 am 9:57 am

BG: “If you can’t make an argument any more subtle than good vs. evil you probably haven’t really thought things through and I can’t imagine you could convince anybody of your viewpoint.”
Maybe the best line I’ve read here.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 9:58 am 9:58 am

Paul – again, I did not say that Obama is the one prophesied in the Bible. What I said was: “…the Bible does state that in the end time a man will rise up and take unite the world into a one-world government.”
I’m not trying to change yours or anyones mind about who to vote for or what issues to vote for.
All I want is for Christians to pray and ask for wisdom when they vote for President and wisdom when voting for other candidates running for office or when voting for issues placed on the ballot.
Paul you also wrote: “…we have free will. But that free will determines how we live, and what happens to us after this world, according to the Christian faith. The prophetic passages of the Bible never implied us people could change the course of those prophecies.”
If you know your Bible, you also know that prayer does and can change things.

Posted by: Concerned Citizen | August 27, 2008, 9:58 am 9:58 am

I was ALMOST convinced to hold my nose and vote for Obama for the good of the party, until he pulled his little “VP announcment at 3 am” stunt. That did it for me. This man has the maturity of a ninth grader. He isn’t fit to be a Senator, much less a President. HILLARY CLINTON HAS SHOWN MORE CLASS IN HER DEFEAT THAN OBAMA HAS SHOWN IN HIS SUCCESS

Posted by: Nina Ruth | August 27, 2008, 9:58 am 9:58 am

Perfect! A phony speaking in front of a facade.

Posted by: Mike Jefferson | August 27, 2008, 9:59 am 9:59 am

Jennifer Hudson (American Idol) Springsteen and Bon Jovi — Ludacris couldn’t make it.

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 9:59 am 9:59 am

Concerned: Since you want to respond, how about answering the question.
Do you believe Obama is the guy in the prophecy? And if not, why bring up the prophecy?

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 10:00 am 10:00 am

I have had it. It’s just to difficult to read all this reguritated garbage coming from back-woods rednecks.
You can’t argue or teach them anything. The grey matter they have is pickled with moonshine or beer. If this doesn’t apply to an urbanite, well, it hits home somewhere.You Republicans are racist and always will be. Better it’s time to go watch ROOTS and see what good your thinking got us!
All your rantings and ravings just shows the world that what you FEAR is ANYTHING DIFFERENT. Intelligence doesn’t work on you because you don’t have any to figure it out.
Go back to your biker bars and have another beer. America doesn’t need your advice.
And this is for the AngryVet. Wayyyy to much drugs in the foxhole for you.
Give me a man who thinks before he opens his mouth, gives a good answer to difficult questions, has the character to admit when he’s wrong, and chooses a partner who is smart, experienced and proven himself to the American public.
None of that has any Republican done going back as far as Lincoln.
So pull up your butt-crack jeans,roll up your confederat flag and get out of town, ’cause your “Maverick” just turned into a sidekick to Bush, and Sherman’s coming’ to town!

Posted by: commonsensewins | August 27, 2008, 10:01 am 10:01 am

Concerned: “If you know your Bible, you also know that prayer does and can change things.”
You’re changing context. You clearly were speaking earlier from the perspective of changing a prophetic course of events.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 10:02 am 10:02 am

One word – patooey!

Posted by: Cindie | August 27, 2008, 10:02 am 10:02 am

I heard they just changed it to a large chunk of government cheese and a side dish of reparations!

Posted by: rodney | August 27, 2008, 10:04 am 10:04 am

McCain caved to the extrem right of his party just like he did as a POW when he confessed to war crimes.

Posted by: Adame Naimiles | August 27, 2008, 10:04 am 10:04 am

I continue to be amused at Hillary claiming “experience.” She has been in the Senate longer than Obama. That’s it. Period. To claim “experience” because she is married to a President would be like Ozzie Guillen’s wife claiming she is ready to manage a professional baseball team because she is married to the manager of the White Sox!

Posted by: Hoo-Ahh! | August 27, 2008, 10:04 am 10:04 am

Paul,,let’s move on from the prophecy since Concerned already said he/she didn’t think Obama was the one. I want to know what color toga Lynn is putting on.

Posted by: Anonymous | August 27, 2008, 10:05 am 10:05 am

??: “Paul, let’s move on from the prophecy since Concerned already said he/she didn’t think Obama was the one.”
I don’t remember Concerned saying that. And if he/she did, it still doesn’t answer why he/she felt the need to post prophecies about the anti-Christ.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 10:07 am 10:07 am

Hey – S63M – The reason you are able to sleep soundly – - is because of men like McCain!!

Posted by: Thomas Hare | August 27, 2008, 10:08 am 10:08 am

Though I have to admit the question about Lynn’s toga is intriguing.
Lynn? Can you fill in some details here ;)

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 10:09 am 10:09 am

Which celebrity from the McCain’s generation will the Republicans have performing the National Anthem? Francis Scott Key himself?

Posted by: Dave | August 27, 2008, 10:11 am 10:11 am

Most of you would have offered to go down on the Vietnamese within the first 2 mins of being captured .. hoping that would secure your release! Shut up with your nonsense “girly men”

Posted by: Roger | August 27, 2008, 10:11 am 10:11 am

Thomas Hare: “The reason you are able to sleep soundly – - is because of men like McCain!!”
Not true at all. His knee-jerk performance during the beginnings of the Georgian situation were alarming. I’m beginning to think the Republicans were right about McCain eight years ago. This guy doesn’t come across as stable and steady.

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 10:11 am 10:11 am

Hoo_Ahh! I would take exception that being married to a President doesn’t equate to experience. I look at Reagan in his last years as President and feel that Nancy was actually running things.

Posted by: lordylordy | August 27, 2008, 10:11 am 10:11 am

This is beyond bizarre. Isn’t there anyone in Obama’s campaign who has just a little bit of perspective remaining? They really can’t see how this will play with the voters they are courting? And like clockwork, the MSM will hail his speech as the most important speech EVER int eh history of mankind!

Posted by: slick | August 27, 2008, 10:12 am 10:12 am

Hillary quotes:
Dec. 3, 2007: “So you decide which makes more sense: Entrust our country to someone who is ready on Day One … or to put America in the hands of someone with little national or international experience, who started running for president the day he arrived in the U.S. Senate.”
_March 2008. “I know Sen. McCain has a lifetime of experience that he will bring to the White House. And Sen. Obama has a speech he gave in 2002.”
_Feb. 23, 2008: “Now, I could stand up here and say, ‘Let’s just get everybody together. Let’s get unified.’ The skies will open, the light will come down, celestial choirs will be singing and everyone will know we should do the right thing and the world will be perfect.”
So she lost — and a miracle occurred and Obama is now ready to be President?

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 10:13 am 10:13 am

Roger – McCain was ordered by the senior American in camp not to accept the early release. I can’t say how this impacted his decision, but it surely could have. Had he accepted, and word ever got back to the states about him doing so in violation of an order, he might have been in some deep kimchi.
Sorry for mixing the Asian references ;)

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 10:13 am 10:13 am

NOUN VERB POW
MCCAIN 08

Posted by: Omentum | August 27, 2008, 10:14 am 10:14 am

3:00 AM. McCain refuses to answer the
phone because no one will understand him
without his dentures in. He knows, because
no one can understand his WITH his dentures
IN.

Posted by: spacerook1 | August 27, 2008, 10:15 am 10:15 am

come along you little sheep you are brainwashed into thinking you have to vote either dem or rep. look outside the box this year

Posted by: yousheep | August 27, 2008, 10:16 am 10:16 am

To commonsensewins, My my aren’t we a hostile little name calling child. If any one is angry it is you cupcake. Re=read your vile little nasty post and all the childish immature baby like mud slinging and name calling. You pretend to be so lofty and intelligent but the real you quickly rears its ugly head vomiting nasty bile and silly childish rhetoric. Go ahead sweetheart and be as angry as you like, pound you baby fists and take your tantrum while the rest sit back and giggle at your silly babyish antics. Ha ha ha……

Posted by: jill | August 27, 2008, 10:16 am 10:16 am

Omentum: “NOUN VERB POW”
The only question is, what does the acronym POW stand for? Prisoner of War or Protege of Dubya?

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 10:16 am 10:16 am

Commonsensewins, you are brilliant! Thank you for telling it like it is!!
NO WAY, NO HOW, NO MCCAIN!!!
OBAMA/BIDEN ’08!

Posted by: Diane - Dallas, TX | August 27, 2008, 10:16 am 10:16 am

McCain IS an onion. And he’s jealous because he can’t even get a thousand people to come and hear him speak, he has to go where the crowds are already gathered for some other event.

Posted by: Thomas Mc | August 27, 2008, 10:17 am 10:17 am

Are we to believe it’s for a Greek god?

Posted by: LongT | August 27, 2008, 10:18 am 10:18 am

I’m so sick and tired of all the Hillary whinners. What don’t they understand about the term “lost the election”? Although I voted for Mrs. Clinton, I’m not ashamed of those of us who just can’t get past the fact she lost – people like “Melanie”. You all need to go back to Civics Class and re-study!

Posted by: jec1950 | August 27, 2008, 10:19 am 10:19 am

“She didn’t say much, but she said it loud”-EVITA/Hillary Clinton.

Posted by: mojo | August 27, 2008, 10:19 am 10:19 am

Why couldn’t Barack have donated some of the outrageous amounts of money his group is wasting on this enormous spectacle… to a charity of his choice?
In these times of economic depression, why wouldn’t ANY candidate for the highest office of the land consider his country’s queasy economic situation before expending so much just to show off his ears!

Posted by: hmmmmm | August 27, 2008, 10:20 am 10:20 am

Sounds to me like McCain’s people are a mite bit envious of Obama’s plans. Oh well they can get glad in the same pants they got mad in.

Posted by: ronnieraygun | August 27, 2008, 10:21 am 10:21 am

A SPECTACLE OF HIMSELF????
I guess you missed McSenile at the Sturgis motorcycle rally then?
You don’t remember him pimping his wife for a topless (sometimes bottomless) beauty pageant, in front of a bunch of Hells Angels?
Yes, I guess McBush is just above it all!!! Guess again you dumbass Repuke-lican!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!!! Hillary 2016!!!!
Posted by: Davis
******************************
Ha McCain,really in touch with the
everyday citizen, Every Harley Davidson
owner or motorcycle enthusiast knows
that they go topless, except him!
Looking at the video, even Cindy wanted
to drag him through the mud!

Posted by: spacerook1 | August 27, 2008, 10:21 am 10:21 am

Thomas Mc – you mean like Berlin? For the free concert? How convenient .. stupid comment if you’re trying to defend the messiah!

Posted by: Roger | August 27, 2008, 10:22 am 10:22 am

Is this how Obama and the democrats display and practice fiscal responsibility? Obama is not a God. If anything he is closer to an anti-christ or devil in sheep’s clothing. When will all of his followers look past color and listen to the empty and angry message by Obama. I wouldn’t even let Obama in my house yet alone the White House.

Posted by: pumphouseplus | August 27, 2008, 10:23 am 10:23 am

commonsensewins; Aren’t we in a bad mood today? Calm down.

Posted by: LongT | August 27, 2008, 10:25 am 10:25 am

I have a feeling Obama’s arrogance will be his final ondoing. He just can’t seem to help himself. The McCain “celebrity” ads were right on the target. God help us if this joker gets elected.

Posted by: Traci | August 27, 2008, 10:25 am 10:25 am

If he really wants to impress people he should flap those teacup ears and descend from heaven!

Posted by: Roger | August 27, 2008, 10:26 am 10:26 am

And Paul, all you obanana supporters have is a brown nose, a love for communist, and a chicken heart.

Posted by: sam | August 27, 2008, 10:26 am 10:26 am

talk about out-of-touch. According to Obama everyone is suffering and he is throwing a giant toga party.

Posted by: geevill | August 27, 2008, 10:27 am 10:27 am

Obama: I’m Not Really a celebrity. Maybe an elitist Harvard Lawyer. Maybe a charleton, but not a celebrity.
its real telling that clinton never said Obama was READY to be president; only that the Dems should support him. a good speech but not effective for the critics. Obama the celebrity just keeps digging his grave deeper. after last nights convention a party for insiders, and holywood stars, and recording industry. He is just turning off more of small town america. who wants to see people like clooney, barkley, jason alexander, damon, afflack whopping it up on the convention floor. its disgusting and does nothing for his image. an elitst harvard lawyer is going to have trouble relating to working blue-collar men and women.

Posted by: dean o | August 27, 2008, 10:27 am 10:27 am

Susie,
I feel sorry for you for being so naive! Hillary Clinton is a GREAT politician and will (would) do/say anything on the campaign trail to get elected! You just don’t get it! This race is not about a person, as Hillary said last night, it is about a party and their ideals/philosophies! You need to decide if you want 4 more years of the same or if you want to look to change/improve the future of this country!
No Way, No How, No McCain!!!
OBAMA/BIDEN 08

Posted by: Diane - Dallas, TX | August 27, 2008, 10:28 am 10:28 am

Wonder how many homes that are in Foreclosure could have been saved by the money that will be spent on this spectacle?
Just seems a bit “over the top” given the state of the Economy.
His speech should have been at the convention center, since everything needed was already setup.

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 10:28 am 10:28 am

A Greek Temple? To replicate the power of the ancient gods I suppose? I’m a Democrat who will probably vote for him b/c I can’t stomach the alternative but I really hate the idea of “playing Greek god”. We need to base this campaign in reality not mythology. The Republicans will have a field day with this and I can’t blame them – very stupid decision. If he wanted an elaborate backdrop – why not chose something in THIS country?

Posted by: allie | August 27, 2008, 10:30 am 10:30 am

PAUL
POW= prisoner of war (past)
POW= protegee of dubya (present)

Posted by: Omentum | August 27, 2008, 10:30 am 10:30 am

Who comes up with this stuff? Really!

Posted by: LongT | August 27, 2008, 10:31 am 10:31 am

In reading through this blog, does anyone else notice that by a large majority the hateful, nasty, name callers are the Obama supporters?
Is this really change we can believe in or want? If people like this – and I’ve seen it all over – are what life will be like under Obama, no thanks. Between the racism (97% of blacks voting for Obama), the “don’t question me or you’re a racist” attitude, the rock star/American Idol atmosphere (which really isn’t quite true, is it, because many of these “uber rallies” have come with a free rock concert to pull people in) and the fact that STILL Obama has nothing of substance under the rhetoric, I can’t believe Hillary Clinton isn’t accepting the nomination rather than this man. What’s frightening is that he’s steamrolling along – kind of like Hitler in the 1930s and with real similarities, such as the “you can’t question Barack” – pushed by Dean and Pelosi, who don’t care one bit for this country. They hate the Clintons, and they’ve gotten what they wanted – she wasn’t the nominee. However, in the process they have hurt all of us. I’ll vote for McCain because although I don’t agree with him all of the time, I believe he’s a man of honor, and I certainly trust him a lot more than I do Obama.

Posted by: Traci | August 27, 2008, 10:32 am 10:32 am

It amazes me that republicans are trying to play that card seeing as their idol ronald reagan was a hollywood movie star…Are you kidding me? McCain has been in actual blockbuster movies…Are you kidding? What sorta dunce cant see that it is a fraud and they are trying to pull wool over your eyes.

Posted by: Mario from PA | August 27, 2008, 10:32 am 10:32 am

Posted by: julie:Dems are too stupid to figure out what Obama’s policies are…they think he will end the war..they don’t even know that the war has been won already.
Hey ABC, you should have some type of prerequisite,
like having some form of intelligence. That way we
would eliminate idiotic statements like this.

Posted by: spacerook1 | August 27, 2008, 10:35 am 10:35 am

Republicans are running from kitchen to kitchen fearful that another celebrity will run our country. Ronald Reagan did it. So can Senator Obama.

Posted by: newz4i | August 27, 2008, 10:36 am 10:36 am

I strikes me as odd that some americans can’t see beyond their Party Line. Obama is clearly the better candidate being intellectually superior to Mccain, Clinton, and miles above Bush. Has more in common with us nonMillionaires. As far as experience, has as much foreign policy experience as Ronald Reagan or Franklin D. Roosevelt. As far as Christian values are concerned, The Demacratic Party seems to be more in touch. Raising Taxes…Ok as long as I don’t have to pay 1K a month for health Care for my family and we get something for those taxes. Obama is the clear choice.

Posted by: GENE | August 27, 2008, 10:38 am 10:38 am

Maybe it’s not really a Greek temple, but instead, the White House in ruins?

Posted by: LongT | August 27, 2008, 10:38 am 10:38 am

OBAMA 08
MCCAIN ALREADY DONT KNOW HOW MANY HOUSES HE HAS
The White House will not be one of them.
He has enough money to build a replica.

Posted by: Omentum | August 27, 2008, 10:39 am 10:39 am

Obama is history-making. He will be the first candidate with a *negative* convention bounce. Good grief, people. This is becoming a cult joke.
I’m sure his concession speech will be marvelous.
You guys chose… poorly.

Posted by: gary | August 27, 2008, 10:39 am 10:39 am

OBAMA is QUALIFIED to be PRESIDENT. He has worked in the state senate for more than 7 years. He has been a US Senator and more importantly a COMMUNITY Organiser. He has deep understandin of the economy which his opponet admits he knows zilch. He has an understanding of the constitution far better than any republican alive. He is a constitutional lawyer and an intelligent one for that matter. Obama is the champion of middle class tax cuts. Not the kind of economics of the few Americans making $5million and year and the rest of us the poor ones making less than $5million. obama does not have a sedona ranch and does not have so many fancy homes and a thick bank account like his opponent who is out of touch and elitist. One of the most important qualification of Obama is he understands the common man and their plight.

Posted by: Phil Gramm | August 27, 2008, 10:39 am 10:39 am

I am voting for Sen. Obama for many reasons and I am sadden by the sincerely-felt but extreme observations posted here by so many who believe he is unqualified for office. I would never express an unkind word about the person, Sen. McCain, or belittle his opinions although I believe, if elected, he would probably be our last President. My suggestion for those who see it otherwise would be to present your arguements without such unkindness – as if the only power you have is anger? You are impowered by your vote – so let the attacks on Sen Obama’s person, end, and then perhaps someone who reads will be persuaded rather than provoked.

Posted by: Gail Edwards-Bryant | August 27, 2008, 10:40 am 10:40 am

Has anyone learned not to take anything PERSONALLY?

Posted by: GOD | August 27, 2008, 10:40 am 10:40 am

I don’t believe much in polls until after both conventions are done and the debates start.
But I think the Democrats are a little bit panicky because the bounce from the convention just isn’t there.
This morning’s latest Rasmussen poll shows McCain up by +1. It was tied yesterday. I know that isn’t much… but the “trend” since Joe Biden was announced as VP is not trending the way it should be going according to past history.
I don’t think Thursday’s Spectacle is going to help.

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 10:41 am 10:41 am

Spacerook1 – sorry .. we know you wanted to “cut and run” AND lose but we like finishing the job first!

Posted by: Roger | August 27, 2008, 10:41 am 10:41 am

It’s amazing that the left warns us about flagrant displays of patriotism, and then this hard leftist comes along and what does he do?
He creates a flagrant display of patriotism.
LOL, the left is filled with knuckleheads.

Posted by: Rev Dr E Buzz | August 27, 2008, 10:42 am 10:42 am

McCain= CAN’T BE TRUSTED
Obama=NEXT PRESIDENT!
End of Story!!!!

Posted by: Gordie | August 27, 2008, 10:45 am 10:45 am

Please, please, please let Sen. Obama emerge from a column like some rock star – please!! It’ll be the most hilarious thing ever.
I wonder if he’ll have a fog machine while he’s speaking?

Posted by: jose | August 27, 2008, 10:46 am 10:46 am

Is Obama putting on the musical, and will everyone be wearing a toga?

Posted by: Pete | August 27, 2008, 10:46 am 10:46 am

Millions of Americans made Senator Obama a celebrity. Those millions will make him President of the United States.

Posted by: newz4i | August 27, 2008, 10:47 am 10:47 am

I think PUMA really stands for Puppets Under McCain Assignments. They aren’t Democrats. I’ll wait to see what the stage is for Thursday.

Posted by: bhciapol | August 27, 2008, 10:47 am 10:47 am

Don’t the Obama’s remind you of George & Wheezy?
Rumor has it Michelle O plans to have all the White House portraits redone in black velvet.
The First State Dinner Menu: Fried Chicken Cornpone & Collard Greens

Posted by: Big Tent | August 27, 2008, 10:51 am 10:51 am

Steps from between columns
- “All hail my hopey-changiness. Pay no attention to the man behind the curtin.”
Rezco ducks.

Posted by: The great HE - otherwise known to mear mortals as Obama | August 27, 2008, 10:51 am 10:51 am

mccain = hate (evidenced by his supporters hateful statements)!!!

Posted by: hws | August 27, 2008, 10:51 am 10:51 am

Sandy Sandy Sandy! Why are you so bitter?? He is a black man who is also white. But, when you look at him. YOU see a black intelligent, articulate Harvard graduate. Hard work put him through school, sheer determination! He didnt get any handouts! If your life is so horrible! Do something about! Sandy Sandy. HOw pathetic.

Posted by: Connor | August 27, 2008, 10:52 am 10:52 am

For some reason, the polls are going in reverse for O! from this convention. No bounce with “Mr. Change in Washington” Biden. No Michelle Obma bounce.
Rather, it’s Obama fatigue setting in. The O!bots, increasingly desperate to spin away the polling trends, are learning that not everyone in the US is star-struck by this used car salesman from the ultra-corrupt Chicago Democrat political machine. They kiddies might be excited, but the adults aren’t.
We’ve. Seen. Enough. Never before has so much been made of somebody who has done so very little.
Methinks the O!bots threatening everyone here are about 12 years old on average.

Posted by: Good Lt | August 27, 2008, 10:52 am 10:52 am

The Obama stage should have been a recreation of Stonehenge, complete with chanting druids and dancing elves.

Posted by: Nigel | August 27, 2008, 10:54 am 10:54 am

I assume most of the commenters here would consider themselves Christian.
But reading these comments, I can’t help but be struck by how unchristian they are.
Where’s the Love people? War is Sin -
Thou shalt not kill -
and WE (yes you and I) just killed over 90 innocents in Afghanistan. (Oh it was a mistake, so sorry doesn’t really cut it if it was your family – would it?)
Who would Jesus vote for?

Posted by: A Piper | August 27, 2008, 10:54 am 10:54 am

I really don’t know the people who take McSame and his campaign seriously with all their high school antics. You will expect them to have a better amo against Obama. By the way, Don’t forget to welcome the Twins(McSame & Bush) to the Twin Cities next week.

Posted by: Hope | August 27, 2008, 10:55 am 10:55 am

Chris England: Funny. Seems to us like Europe is presently running away from socialism, not towards it.
And as for the Greek symbolism? The ancient Greeks and Founding Fathers despised pure democracy as nothing more than mob rule (see Aristotle), hence our Republic. What better example of mob rule can you find than a packed stadium full of twenty-somethings chanting out the party mantra of “change.” Indeed, it reminds me more of Nuremburg than anything American. But don’t worry, the MSM won’t point this out, or the fact the Greek motif is much more fitting to Obama’s image of himself as our Platonic leader.

Posted by: vancav | August 27, 2008, 11:00 am 11:00 am

senator Obama will win.

Posted by: shalom | August 27, 2008, 11:01 am 11:01 am

Considering our government is composed of a “Senate” which votes “Democratically” as part of a “Republic” – all names and processes handed down from the ancient Greeks and Romans, to ridicule the Greek look is to display an ignorance of History and politics so astounding that, to a learned person, the ridiculer seems as informed as Jethro Bodine on The Beverly Hillbillies.

Posted by: Mickey | August 27, 2008, 11:03 am 11:03 am

What an empty suit. What’s he running for President or American Idol. Too bad MSNBC thinks he’s the second coming. Hopefully when Sen. McCain wins, we won’t have to hear all these useless polls for the next election since they’re always wrong. Polls depend on who they’re asking and where. Naturally a left-wing channel like MSNBC will have Obama ahead since they’re asking Democrats or people that watch their station (which is not a huge base).

Posted by: Barbara | August 27, 2008, 11:04 am 11:04 am

This is the same kind of goofball narcissism that came up with the personalized presidential seal for Obama.

Posted by: JW | August 27, 2008, 11:04 am 11:04 am

lol… this campaign is getting hillariously funny. It was a mistake nominating the weaker, inexperienced candidate that talks about “change”… w/out substance.
You can see the votes going from the novelty of Obama to the more experienced Clinton at the end of the primar. But sadly it was too late. Novelty and flashy tendencies have always been shown to be a short-term gain; and experience w/substance is the long-term winner. BUT … oh well.
And yes, there will be too be watched by many. But as many as those who “oooooh and aaaaaah” (Faithful Obama supporters), there will more responsible citizens that will say… “why?”.
Absolute silliness and grandiose behavior. Is this all meant hide the lack substance? yet he keeps going, he keeps going, and keeps going w/his flashy ways.

Posted by: K | August 27, 2008, 11:04 am 11:04 am

Posted by: A Piper | Aug 27, 2008 10:54:22 AM
“I assume most of the commenters here would consider themselves Christian.
But reading these comments, I can’t help but be struck by how unchristian they are.
Where’s the Love people? War is Sin -
Thou shalt not kill -
and WE (yes you and I) just killed over 90 innocents in Afghanistan. (Oh it was a mistake, so sorry doesn’t really cut it if it was your family – would it?)
Who would Jesus vote for?”
How many legal abortions are committed in the US each year? Are you really that concerned over 90 innocents in Afganistan? If so – then where is the absolute OUTCRY and RAGE over the MILLIONS of of “innocents” killed here each year. Or does the death of innocents only matter in the case of an anti-war stance?
Infanticide anyone?

Posted by: meoky | August 27, 2008, 11:09 am 11:09 am

“…people who take McSame and his campaign seriously with all their high school antics.”
That would make the Temple of Obama about what… 3rd grade antics?

Posted by: sherlock | August 27, 2008, 11:09 am 11:09 am

Once again, the MEDIA has taken a smidgen of info and made a mountain out of it. So Obama is going to have some columns, huh…anyone think that maybe it was supposed to represent the White House and not a Greek temple? We’re going to let one reporter’s spin send us all into a hissy fit? Get a grip folks! I’m so tired of people reading a headline (ever hear of sensationalism?) and taking it as the gospel truth. That’s ridiculous. I’ll be voting for Obama-Biden because they’re the better, saner choice – not because of any backdrop or lack thereof.

Posted by: Honey | August 27, 2008, 11:12 am 11:12 am

A piper — “thou shall not kill”?
Tell that to all the born alive babies from botched abortions left to die thanks to Obama’s State Senate bill not to protect these infants. Would Jesus vote for Obama?
Tell that to all the radical Islam extremists who set bombs and fly airplanes into buildings. We shouldn’t kill to protect are freedom from this type of hate?

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 11:13 am 11:13 am

Hey, I say we elect Obama. Then we can all sit back and enjoy all of the freebies he promises. We will live in a utopian society where Big Government rules, makes all of our choices for us, provides all of life’s necessities and America replaces a republic form of government(since we are not and have never been a true democracy) with a socialist/communist government. It works for me. Now let’s go vote.

Posted by: Honest Abe | August 27, 2008, 11:13 am 11:13 am

Sure, the Obamessiah is just like everyone of us. Geez. He is way full of himself.

Posted by: const | August 27, 2008, 11:14 am 11:14 am

He is to much of a celebrity now…

Posted by: Paige | August 27, 2008, 11:14 am 11:14 am

He is to much of a celebrity now…

Posted by: Paige | August 27, 2008, 11:14 am 11:14 am

Bill Clinton, a Draft Dodger, Critic of America overseas ran on for the Presidency for CHANGE. G.W.H. Bush, A highly Decorated War Veteran was Digraced before the American Prople by being rejected. Now, we have an Arab American Muslim and a Washington Insider with no Military Experience, who during the Vietnam War was involved in a Scandal that the Democrats swept under the Carpet. Are The AMERICAN PEOPLE with any kind of Scruples going to Insult John McCain and downgrade him to their standards ? So, The McCains have several homes, which, by the way is not Owned by John McCain, but his Wife and Children and in a Trust. Why is that so impotant?
The most Imporatant thing about John McCain is; He is FOR AMERICA, THE AMERICAN PEOPLE, FOR OUR SECURITY, FOR OUR CONSTITUTION, FOR EVERYTHING THAT REPRESERNTS AMERICA, A CHRISTIAN NATION.
Under Barack Hussein Muhammed Obama you will have OUR COUNTRY turned over to the Muslims within 1 year and if you don’t join his UNGODLY Alliance, you will not have anything, Taxes will be high, Social Security will be a thing of the past. WAKE UP AMERICA, We don’t need Foreign OIL, We have all we need here in AMERICA, KEEP OUR MONEY AND JOBS HERE. Get rid of the Thugs running OUR Government, OUR UNIONS, THEY ARE WHAT IS CAUSING JOBS TO LEAVE OUR COUNTRY. LISTEN TO WHAT THESE DEMOCRATIC THEIVES ARE SAYING, NOTHING BUT CHANFGE, THEY HAVE NO PLANS AND HAVEN’T HAD IN THE LAST 8 YRS. OF BUSH. ALL THEY DID WAS BLOCK EVERYTHING THAT BUSH TRIED TO ACCOMPLISH FOR AMERICA…….. WAKE UP AND LISTEN TO WHAT THEY ARE SAYING. THE DEMOCRATS WANT TO TAKE AMERICA BACK. IT DOESN’T BELONG TO THEM, IT BELONGS TO US, IT IS OUR COUNTRY AND THET ARE OUR EMPLEES. DON’T LET THEM FOR GET THAT. FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS AS A CITIZEN OF THE GREATSET COUNTRY ON EARTH OR SUBMIT TO THE UNGODLY’S TAKING US DOWN THE ROAD OF DESTRUCTION.

Posted by: Billy Mills | August 27, 2008, 11:18 am 11:18 am

Bill Clinton, a Draft Dodger, Critic of America overseas ran on for the Presidency for CHANGE. G.W.H. Bush, A highly Decorated War Veteran was Digraced before the American Prople by being rejected. Now, we have an Arab American Muslim and a Washington Insider with no Military Experience, who during the Vietnam War was involved in a Scandal that the Democrats swept under the Carpet. Are The AMERICAN PEOPLE with any kind of Scruples going to Insult John McCain and downgrade him to their standards ? So, The McCains have several homes, which, by the way is not Owned by John McCain, but his Wife and Children and in a Trust. Why is that so impotant?
The most Imporatant thing about John McCain is; He is FOR AMERICA, THE AMERICAN PEOPLE, FOR OUR SECURITY, FOR OUR CONSTITUTION, FOR EVERYTHING THAT REPRESERNTS AMERICA, A CHRISTIAN NATION.
Under Barack Hussein Muhammed Obama you will have OUR COUNTRY turned over to the Muslims within 1 year and if you don’t join his UNGODLY Alliance, you will not have anything, Taxes will be high, Social Security will be a thing of the past. WAKE UP AMERICA, We don’t need Foreign OIL, We have all we need here in AMERICA, KEEP OUR MONEY AND JOBS HERE. Get rid of the Thugs running OUR Government, OUR UNIONS, THEY ARE WHAT IS CAUSING JOBS TO LEAVE OUR COUNTRY. LISTEN TO WHAT THESE DEMOCRATIC THEIVES ARE SAYING, NOTHING BUT CHANFGE, THEY HAVE NO PLANS AND HAVEN’T HAD IN THE LAST 8 YRS. OF BUSH. ALL THEY DID WAS BLOCK EVERYTHING THAT BUSH TRIED TO ACCOMPLISH FOR AMERICA…….. WAKE UP AND LISTEN TO WHAT THEY ARE SAYING. THE DEMOCRATS WANT TO TAKE AMERICA BACK. IT DOESN’T BELONG TO THEM, IT BELONGS TO US, IT IS OUR COUNTRY AND THET ARE OUR EMPLEES. DON’T LET THEM FOR GET THAT. FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS AS A CITIZEN OF THE GREATSET COUNTRY ON EARTH OR SUBMIT TO THE UNGODLY’S TAKING US DOWN THE ROAD OF DESTRUCTION.

Posted by: Billy Mills | August 27, 2008, 11:18 am 11:18 am

Hope said: “I really don’t know the people who take McSame and his campaign seriously with all their high school antics. You will expect them to have a better amo against Obama. By the way, Don’t forget to welcome the Twins(McSame & Bush) to the Twin Cities next week.”
************************** No sweetie, that high school antics is saved for Obama’s campaign. Remember the candy being passed out in high school w/those pearly whites, great looking candidates w/empty promises? Promising everything under the sky and what they think students want (doesn’t nesc equate to the responsible thing… it’s just what us children want at the time in high school). Then there’s the kid who has the plans, BUT wasn’t as popular. But the less popular kid will work hard to get his message out… and if the student body is smart, they’ll look past the facade of the empty shell of the pearly whites to see whether there’s substance.
I am all for popularity and a bright smile, but please give me substance too. BUT, Obama lacks the latter… everyone sees this but his faithful servants.
Substance always wins in the end.

Posted by: Kim | August 27, 2008, 11:19 am 11:19 am

Posted by: hws, I do agree McCain equals hate. He leads Republicans to hate and be fearful of “other” Americans … the neighbors. They’ve become Hooded Republicans.

Posted by: newz4i | August 27, 2008, 11:20 am 11:20 am

I’m wondering if McCain will appear on stage with Bush in front of a big Mission Accomplished sign.

Posted by: bhciapol | August 27, 2008, 11:22 am 11:22 am

Most of these comments are based on blatant raceism. ABC apparently feels the same racist way,if not they would have posted more of the favorable ones they received as well. Deal with it BARRACK will be your President for the next 8 years

Posted by: Naomi | August 27, 2008, 11:24 am 11:24 am

McCain’s best McCain Moment: The senator said (while in Jordan)that it was “common knowledge and has been reported in the media that al-Qaeda is going back into Iran and receiving training and are coming back into Iraq from Iran, that’s well known. And it’s unfortunate.” A few moments later, Sen. Joseph Lieberman, admiringly gazing at McCain until that moment, stepped up and whispered something in the presidential candidate’s ear. McCain then blurted out: “I’m sorry, the Iranians are training extremists, not al-Qaeda.” So this “man of experience” who wants to lead the free world, doesn’t know that Sunnis (Al Qaeda) and Shia (Iran) not only don’t work together but are in direct conflict. We have only been at war there for five years, so I wouldn’t expect Sen. McCain to concern himself with such trivial matters. I think I’ll vote for the guy with the columns and the brains.

Posted by: Randi | August 27, 2008, 11:25 am 11:25 am

Ah, Naomi. So predictable.
Another BO sycophant claims that everyone is “racist” because they all don’t just shut up and vote for a flawed candidate with no experience whatsoever. Pathetic.
Keep it up, child. The polls are moving away from Saint BO because of people like you.
Racist.

Posted by: Good Lt | August 27, 2008, 11:27 am 11:27 am

McCAIN = HATe@!32 OLD#@! LOL
Obama = GoD! and HOPe!
Shut up Rethuglikkkans#W@!
/Obama bootlicker off.

Posted by: Good Lt | August 27, 2008, 11:29 am 11:29 am

BILLYMILLS – 1) lay off the moonshine 2) get spell check 3) do some research There’s so much wrong with your “facts” that no one here has the time to fix your post.

Posted by: JohnD | August 27, 2008, 11:30 am 11:30 am

People keep saying “change” “change” “change”… but what KINDS of “change”? Seriously?
If it were someone else other than Obama, you wouldn’t have people being so incredibly resistant. He is weak, he has no core beliefs that he can discuss, he changes his decisions so often and quickly that I can’t even pinpoint where he stands on anything! He gets mad at anything negative being said about him, then he gets worn out and needs his rest. Sure this job is stressful, and the citizens are picky… but shouldn’t we be? Don’t we have the right to make a decision and ask questions? even the ones he doesn’t want to answer?
People keep touting McCain is the same… and funny b/c if you ask republicans, they’ll say they can find a more moderate republican. and as a matter of fact, they’ll say they feel like they have a choice of 2 democrats.
I like Senator McCain for many many reasons too long to list, but then I like Hillary a lot too. I am not an extreme left or extreme right. I WILL vote for courage and experience over empty promises any day.
McCain is CHANGE from Bush… but if your mind is closed, you won’t see it.

Posted by: Kim | August 27, 2008, 11:31 am 11:31 am

momif2int generals 1 thing most of them were alcholics and not recovering ones either. Marie on policies since the policies of the last 8 years has the American people in a deep deep hole do you want to dig some more. I for one am tired of the high prices and more jobs going to lord no where but they are not here. And it takes one pompous ass to know another pompous ass. Wake up America we are suffering unbless like MCBUSH said $5,000,000 is rich most people don’t earn that in a lifetime and this is yuearly acording to him MCBUSH has all the signs of dementia or are you people to blind and deaf to see and hear it.

Posted by: Rose Szymanski | August 27, 2008, 11:33 am 11:33 am

THE DEMOCRATS WANT TO TAKE AMERICA BACK. IT DOESN’T BELONG TO THEM, IT BELONGS TO US, IT IS OUR COUNTRY AND THET ARE OUR EMPLEES. DON’T LET THEM FOR GET THAT. FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS AS A CITIZEN OF THE GREATSET COUNTRY ON EARTH OR SUBMIT TO THE UNGODLY’S TAKING US DOWN THE ROAD OF DESTRUCTION.
Posted by: Billy Mills
***************************
Sorry Billy, The present president has
divided this country, lied to us, is a
arrogant jerk and we have had it with
his policies. McCain would have been a
real good president and I was going to
vote for him, 8 years ago, but republican
jerks who supported bush, degraded McCain
and his family by saying he was raising
a black child (the child is actually Indonesian).
Playing that statement in the south gave
bush the votes he needed.
So don’t lecture us on the “wonderful”
Republicans

Posted by: spacerook1 | August 27, 2008, 11:36 am 11:36 am

Maybe Albert Speer can decorate the stadium and Leni Reifenstahl can film it for a movie.

Posted by: BFD | August 27, 2008, 11:37 am 11:37 am

This is hysterical. It sounds like something out of the movie Spinal Tap. Maybe Obama can emerge from a trap door under the stage in one of those pod things that they used in the movie.
Is Obama intentionally trying to run the worst political campaign in the history of the universe, or is he just so in love with himself that he can’t help himself?

Posted by: EyeDoc | August 27, 2008, 11:38 am 11:38 am

Mickey: I will attempt to translate from hillbilly for you. It seems that utilization of this Jeffersonian symbolism risks alienating the Jacksonian wing of the Democratic Party as it will be viewed as presumptuous, similar to Mr. Obama’s earlier faux presidential seal. How’s that? By the way, congratulations on your contribution to winning over those still clinging to their guns and religion.

Posted by: vancav | August 27, 2008, 11:39 am 11:39 am

Why is Obama seeking to silence an ad linking him to unrepentant domestic terrorist, Ayers? Obama has filed a criminal complaint in the Dept of Justice. Is this the type of world that “should be” rather than “is” in Obama’s and his wife’s world view, a world without free speech.?
Obama’s ad excuses his friendship with Ayers by saying he ‘denounced’ the vile terrorism of Bill Ayers. However, this not not stop Obama from staying a good friend of Ayers who on 9/11 when talking about his bombing of the Pentagon “I wish I could have done more. The Taliban in Afghanistan ‘denounced’ bin Laden’s attack on us on September 11, 2001, (just like Cuba, Syria, North Korea, etc.) – but it sure didn’t stop the Taliban for making a allowing bin Laden to establish bases from which to further attack the US. Obama is a LIAR.
The Drudge Report has two articles on the fact Obama is using brown shirt tactics to suppress this ad. The question is, why is ABC and the rest of the mainstream media not reporting on this. If McCain was friends with an unrepentant KKK member who had bombed black schools and than was trying to suppress an ad bringing this to light, the media would be making this headline news day and night.

Posted by: Mary | August 27, 2008, 11:40 am 11:40 am

I think the election in November will be very close. I am concerned, however, that if McCain wins, there will be a riot that will makes the 60′s Watts riots look like a fourth of July picnic. Obama supporters appear to be much more militant (passionate?)….

Posted by: LongT | August 27, 2008, 11:42 am 11:42 am

Great, now he thinks he’s a Greek God. Let me guess, Zeus. All I got to say is they better make those columns far enough apart so his head can fit through them. Will the heavens open up and a light shine down on him too? This will go over like a ton of brinks, so by all means I hope its all true and everyone can have a nice healthy belly laugh afterwards.

Posted by: jill | August 27, 2008, 11:44 am 11:44 am

This is what this guys does…spend your money and tell you it is the best thing for you.
He feels as if GOD wants him to be Prez…
This is a sad joke on america and the Dmes will fall for it and condem us all !

Posted by: disdain | August 27, 2008, 11:45 am 11:45 am

Obama supporters think McCain supporters are racist. I don’t think so.
But Obama supporters suffer from “ageism”. I am sick of the “diaper/depends” jokes. Joe Biden isn’t that much younger than McCain.
I thought Democrats were against discrimination?

Posted by: Kerrie | August 27, 2008, 11:46 am 11:46 am

Drudge reports that Bill Clinton is going to skip Obama’s nomination acceptance speech. I don’t think Bill likes him very much, at least he seems to not respect him.

Posted by: LongT | August 27, 2008, 11:46 am 11:46 am

There is a picture of this “Obamanation” on Drudge.
Why couldn’t he just have given his speech at the Pepsi Center? So much money spent for just a couple of hours of “entertainment”. No wonder they were trying to sell tickets.

Posted by: susie | August 27, 2008, 11:50 am 11:50 am

This is a joke. I think Obama just wants to hand McCain the election. Hillary would have been much more qualified and she will have a chance in 2012 as Obama’s ego and lack of experience will cost him this election.

Posted by: Drew | August 27, 2008, 11:52 am 11:52 am

I actually get a kick from the venom spewed on this hate board, by Republican Trolls, and PUMA retreads so powerful that they can’t even retire Hillary’s debt. Wasn’t that Darragh Murphy on Harball a few weeks ago, gloriously claiming that you all raised 50K, after lying before and saying you raised $10 Million? 50 thousand??? And you claim to have membership in the millions? High school kids could raise more than that with a couple bottle drives, a car wash, and a bake sale, you guys are pathetic. Failing to see the movement, and how Obama took down the powerful Clinton machine, the bad taste of losing fumes your venom and your delusions. You recite Neocon talking points, and silly facts, when you actually don’t see the importance of getting rid of the neocon bums that have run this country into the ground. Here’s the facts, contrary to the BS narrative the MSM is trying to sell you. John McCain has been playing catch up in the polls you place so much importance on all summer long, the MSM still won’t illustrate with clarity how this is the most unmotivated Republican base in decades, that casually supports their candidate. Polling data is a miniscule measure of the true electorate, and there is NO polling template to measure the one area in which Obama will trounce McCain…turnout! Bank on it!

Posted by: Big Mike | August 27, 2008, 11:52 am 11:52 am

>I thought Democrats were against discrimination?
LOL – you haven’t been paying attention for the last 40 or so years, then.
Discrimination against the right people is OK by Democrats. By Democrat rules, it is OK to discriminate against Republicans, Christians, conservatives, business owners, whites, black conservatives, Catholics, pro-lifers, pro-Second Amendment advocates, tax reform advocates, “the rich,” or whoever else they perceive as standing between them and political power.
So make sure you get it right – all animals are equal, but some are more equal than others.

Posted by: Good Lt | August 27, 2008, 11:54 am 11:54 am

All I read is republican hate against Obama with absolutely no substance. America needs a president with common sense in the WH.
I will chose judgment over experience any day.
Obama 08.

Posted by: Keith | August 27, 2008, 11:54 am 11:54 am

The Emporer has no clothes, people. The best Democratic candidate for this election gave her speech last night. Obama will not win because people will not be able to get past the fact that they hear the same thing over and over without any mention of how he plans to produce this big change. All he has to offer are pretty speeches. The Democrats let the MSM railroad her out of the primaries, because the MSM wanted Obama. They are more interested in who gives them the most stories to write and talk about so they can stay employed, the he** with what the people want.

Posted by: J.S. | August 27, 2008, 11:56 am 11:56 am

>>All I read is republican hate against Obama with absolutely no substance. America needs a president with common sense in the WH.
All I read here is the Obama sycophants’ hatred of Bush with absolutely no substance. America needs a president with experience in the WH.

Posted by: Good Lt | August 27, 2008, 11:57 am 11:57 am

Debra wrote
“Obama’s original birth certificate was discovered in Mombasa, Kenya. Again, Obama has lied. He lost his citizenship when he became a citizen of Indonesia. Obama has turned in two fake birth certificates to date. A Fedral judge has taken this suit against Obama. If Obama is not a natural born citizen, he CAN’T be elected president.“
=========================================
These are some of the smears and flat out lies that come out of McCain supporters and am laughing because nobody is buying them.

Posted by: Krista | August 27, 2008, 11:59 am 11:59 am

Hillary would have been the better candidate than Obama Messiah. Hillary has the experience to lead and she has Bill to back her up.
Obama is an empty suit with a Teleprompter.

Posted by: Rebecca | August 27, 2008, 12:00 pm 12:00 pm

Wikipedia says it very concisely:
Hubris, sometimes spelled hybris (ancient Greek ὕβρις), is a term used in modern English to indicate overweening pride, self-confidence, superciliousness, or arrogance, often resulting in fatal retribution. In ancient Greece, hubris referred to actions which, intentionally or not, shamed and humiliated the victim, and frequently the perpetrator as well. It was most evident in the public and private actions of the powerful and rich. The word was also used to describe actions of those who challenged the gods or their laws, especially in Greek tragedy, resulting in the protagonist’s downfall.
Hubris, though not specifically defined, was a legal term and was considered a crime in classical Athens. It was also considered the greatest sin of the ancient Greek world. That was so because it was not only proof of excessive pride, but also resulted in violent acts by or to those involved. The category of acts constituting hubris for the ancient Greeks apparently broadened from the original specific reference to mutilation of a corpse, or a humiliation of a defeated foe, or irreverent “outrageous treatment” in general.
The meaning was eventually further generalized in its modern English usage to apply to any outrageous act or exhibition of pride or disregard for basic moral laws. Such an act may be referred to as an “act of hubris”, or the person committing the act may be said to be hubristic. Atē, ancient Greek for “ruin, folly, delusion,” is the action performed by the hero, usually because of his/her hubris, or great pride, that leads to his/her death or downfall.

Posted by: TomJ | August 27, 2008, 12:02 pm 12:02 pm

Obama and his cabal of worshippers gave a backhanded slap (and racial smears to boot) to the former two-term President, who despite my many disagreements with him, succeeded in putting the Democrats in the WH for the first and only time since Jimmy Carter.
What has Barack Obama done again? Was a failed “community organizer/agitator?” Anything else? A state Senator for two years? A not even one-term US Senator?
Wow. That’s impressive. Wonder why the polls are sliding away from Saint Barack – how could they, what with all of his years and years of executive experience and “judgment.”
LOL – go Billy Jeff. Let them know who the Godfather is.

Posted by: Good Lt | August 27, 2008, 12:03 pm 12:03 pm

Why do America want the same old thing? Do they know if you do the same thing you will get the same results. We have to worry if macain is going to drop dead or use what left of the health service already in trouble. Birds of a feather flock together. He is a bush man. oh yea, they are soooo important I forgot to capitalize their names!

Posted by: sickofrepinoffice | August 27, 2008, 12:14 pm 12:14 pm

Leaders of the Democratic Party, including the Obama camp, must have been pulling out their hair after watching Hillary’s amazing speech and the electrifying reception she received. Hillary rocks! As a Hillary supporter, I watched her speech with tears rolling from my eyes. Tears not only of appreciation of her speech but tears of deep regret for losing the opportunity to make her our next president. Through her speech, she showed friends and foes alike how a brilliant and capable president she would have become for this great nation. The injustice that the democratic party committed against Hillary and her supporters will never be forgotten. Hillary, I love you! For the first time in my life, I will be voting for a republican in November. Yes, McCain looks much better, capable, trustworthy, experienced, and honorable than Barack Obama. I will wait Hillary’s run in 2012. McCain 2008. Hillary 2012/2016.

Posted by: Lou Anthony | August 27, 2008, 12:15 pm 12:15 pm

his ego is inversely proportional to his resume.
this man is crazy – I suggest hey give him a fiddle and light up Denver for background effect.

Posted by: William | August 27, 2008, 12:23 pm 12:23 pm

Nice of them to build the set for the next 1000 McCain ads. Can’t imagine the bluecollar Dems in all the states Hillary won could be turned off by a huge temple built to Obama!
Rasmussen has McCain up by 7 in Fl. Obama spent $5 million plus, McCain $0
Why advertise when Obama’s stupid enough to make cardboard seals and temples in his own honor?

Posted by: Obama/Biden/Rezko 2008 | August 27, 2008, 12:27 pm 12:27 pm

The Republican Party of Virginia had the same Roman setup….what’s your point……look at buildings in Washington DC and half of the universities in this country….they have columns….I don’t get it….people just want something to complain about with this guy………
http://thinkprogress.org/2008/08/27/greek-columns-hypocrisy/

Posted by: Cowboy from Texas | August 27, 2008, 12:28 pm 12:28 pm

does this guy really think this is going to sit well with middle america?
so far, here’s the dem convention breakdown:
his wife gave an empty speech, basically repeating a bunch of lines from the stump. she brought nothing of substance, and if you knew what to listen for, she presented an intensely liberal / socialist concept. she went into the ‘world view’ area that has cost him in the past.
hillary did what she had to do – nothing more. sure, she said vote for obama – but ‘i stand for this, so does he, so vote for him’ translates to ‘this should be me’. she made no comments about respecting him, said nothing to promote his ability to lead (which she clearly denounced during the primary) – she didn’t even offer a ‘he’s grown as a candidate’ statement.
tonight is loose cannon night – should be verrry interesting.
polling has said that america wants substance and ideas, and if he does this ‘rock star entrance’ and fireworks, it’s going to perpetuate the ‘empty suit’ appearance he’s already developed for himself. nothing he says will make a spit of difference to regular people.

Posted by: just a thinker | August 27, 2008, 12:34 pm 12:34 pm

Just think everyone…this will all be over soon and Barack will be sent packing back to the Senate along with hateful wife.
Thank God!

Posted by: Tami | August 27, 2008, 12:34 pm 12:34 pm

I heard there will be baskets of Fish and bread and Obama will desend from on high and feed the multitudes

Posted by: Mike | August 27, 2008, 12:35 pm 12:35 pm

Behold the new Caesar of Rome, OBAMA will he be killing Christian’s for the entertainment of the liberal media,and his congress? Or maybe he can have Nancy Pelosi doing partial birth abortion’s for his crowd, I can see it now he will have his Muslim brotherhood beheading Hilly voters who will not bow down and vote for him. Joe can go after Larry Sinclair, and Jeff Rense for telling the truth , which we will never hear again.

Posted by: Shirley | August 27, 2008, 12:42 pm 12:42 pm

does anyone have the time when Bill Clinton will come on? Where do I find me the schedule he is worth the watch only and his wife I did not miss.
She anointed herself last night awesome adn those 18 million, big big mistake for those who choose Obama, it’s time for a women to run the White House. The pants

Posted by: grc4984@yahoo.com | August 27, 2008, 12:43 pm 12:43 pm

The reason Obama moved the location of his acceptance speech is to allow more of his 2 MILLION PLUS grassroots financial supporters and volunteers share in the moment. It’s not about HIM – it’s about THEM!

Posted by: Obama Supporter | August 27, 2008, 12:45 pm 12:45 pm

while looking at the the Greek column stage, I am wondering where they’ll put all the tables for the kool-aid that will be served.

Posted by: John the Skeptic | August 27, 2008, 12:46 pm 12:46 pm

No Way, No How. NOBAMA!

Posted by: Sophie | August 27, 2008, 12:48 pm 12:48 pm

Anyone who voted for Hillary and votes for McCain is elevating personality above policy. The choice is between a Republican administration and a Democratic administration. In either case it will be an administration, not just one man.
If you don’t approve of the Bush admin, don’t vote for McCain, because their policies will be essentially the same.
As Hillary so aptly asked, did you vote for the things she stands for, or just for her? If the latter, just think of all the folks who voted for W ’cause he seemed like a nice guy.
Vote on policy, not personality.

Posted by: Policies Matter | August 27, 2008, 12:48 pm 12:48 pm

Obama a Greek god? I wonder if the stage will look like the Parthenon?
:-)

Posted by: Kyle | August 27, 2008, 12:50 pm 12:50 pm

Wow Shirley you paint a gruesome picture, close to the truth, but pretty gruesome. I doubt there will be any actual sacrifices, but there may be some dummies burned in effigy of USA Patriots, you know… people proud of their country.

Posted by: seebogodown | August 27, 2008, 12:55 pm 12:55 pm

After Hillary’s “You screwed Up” presentation last night, I can only imagine the reaction of those that worked hard for her and believe in her when they try to watch the Messiah ride in on an A$$ over a path of palm branches Thursday evening.
While Republicans may see it as over the top Rock Star, Hillatites may be inclined to stick their hand down their throat and vote for Nader or McCain.
Is this fiasco from The Onion, Mad Magazine or Laugh-In?

Posted by: merlin | August 27, 2008, 12:59 pm 12:59 pm

Please tell me that this Greek temple background is a joke! Can’t you see the photoshopped laurel wreath on Obama now? Don’t these people have any class? (Answer: NO)

Posted by: anne1244 | August 27, 2008, 12:59 pm 12:59 pm

Melanie:
“CHANGE” is what you’ll have in your
pocket if Obama is elected.
Just Say No to Obama! No You Can’t!

Posted by: reaganfan | August 27, 2008, 1:08 pm 1:08 pm

Is this from the guy who is so out of touch he thinks middle Americans are bitter and cling to guns and religion?
Wow, this should really ease their fears about this guy understanding them and not being an elitist.
Who’s horrible idea was this to spend millions on a spectacle that could have just stayed in the convention hall?
Sort of like Obama spending $500,000 on painting over the big American flag on the tail of his jet and then painting his “O” logo on it instead…before his World tour. I guess he’s just not that proud to be an American….but hey, the Greeks should like this nod to them Thursday night.
HILLARY SUPPORTER FOR McCAIN!

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:09 pm 1:09 pm

Nat Turner:
You must be smoking weed.
The only way Obama is going to be
POTUS is if he becomes an actor and
plays the president in a movie.

Posted by: reaganfan | August 27, 2008, 1:11 pm 1:11 pm

DO YOU DEMS REALLY LIKE THIS GUY?

Posted by: PAUL | August 27, 2008, 1:13 pm 1:13 pm

Funny how so many alleged “tolerant” Democrats can’t restrain from insulting Republicans with nearly every sentence.
As for Obama’s “pauses” to think… why does a 40-something year old have to “think” before each and every answer?
Does he not already have ANY opinions?
OR is he pausing to go over his previous lies?
For instance, if a crazed maniac broke into his house to kill his kids, would Obama need to stop and “think” if what the maniac was doing was wrong, or not?
For some questions, there is indeed a quick answer.
Sheesh.

Posted by: Tim | August 27, 2008, 1:17 pm 1:17 pm

Obama gets confused…..he thinks he can play a President like Denzil does.
This is not a job you can act your way through Nobama…you have to earn your keys to the WH and you don’t measure up. If you had been white, you would have been out of this election long ago, with a thin resume and associations with Anti Americans…but different rules when you’re playing it PC.
HILLARY SUPPORTER FOR McCAIN!

Posted by: Debra | August 27, 2008, 1:18 pm 1:18 pm

If this is true, then the Obama campaign is making a big mistake. Things like this do not play well in middle America. Whether people want to admit it or not, BO needs middle America (especially in the swing states) if he wants to win the election.

Posted by: Casey Rae | August 27, 2008, 1:18 pm 1:18 pm

Here is my question: When Hudson sings the National Anthem, will Obama put his hand on his heart or sing along?

Posted by: Laurie | August 27, 2008, 1:20 pm 1:20 pm

Tim: Obama voted to allow the prosecution of homeowners who use personal gun to defend their person and home if intruders enter their premises!! So YES Obama would make you “think” as to whether you should even defend yourself or your family or your home!
OBAMA IS BUILDING A GREEK TEMPLE IN A FOOTBALL STADIUM, since audacity is his modus operandi, and look how he’s threatening criminal charges for a legal 527 ad, do not put anything past him. In Indonesia where he grew up, people who speak up get beaten bankrupted imprisoned disappeared and tortured and murdered. Obama has said he wants a (secret police) domestic military force “as well funded as the current military). Look at his patterns of intimidation tactics, imagine him with his secret police and FISA, and if you cannot see his Mugabe-esque DANGER, how he uses Stalin tactics NOW and he’s not even in power, you are beyond the koolaid stage.

Posted by: hfp | August 27, 2008, 1:26 pm 1:26 pm

He needs a coliseum…it’s large enough to hold his expanding ego!
What an empty fabricated suit!

Posted by: Mary | August 27, 2008, 1:26 pm 1:26 pm

Will Medusa be at his side?

Posted by: Mack | August 27, 2008, 1:28 pm 1:28 pm

My friends are losing their jobs and their homes. The financial market is crumbling under the weight of OTC derivatives. The FDIC is pleading for help from the Treasury. GM and FORD are pleading for loans from Congress to keep from going under. Drug lords won’t even accept the US Dollar anymore.
Wake up America, neither of the candidates has your best interest at heart. Ron Paul spoke the truth. What you have here is nothing more than smoke and mirrors to keep you from focusing on the truth.

Posted by: American | August 27, 2008, 1:29 pm 1:29 pm

“I can’t believe how much McCain supporters love to continuously blaspheme God by calling Obama, The Messiah, The Chosen One,and the likes and comparing him to Moses.”
Right, like that McCain supporter who said Obama’s nomination would halt the rise of the seas… that was… Obama.
So, is Obama a McCain supporter, is halting the rise of the seas not likening to Moses or the Messiah, or are you wrong… again?
Which campaign had halo photo shoots of Obama? Oh, Obama again… I guess Obama is a McCain supporter…
That would explain why he’s continuously making flubs, changing positions, and giving ammunition to McCain.

Posted by: Gekkobear | August 27, 2008, 1:31 pm 1:31 pm

Is there arugula in Caesar salad? I thought I’d bring it to the toga party.

Posted by: J.S. | August 27, 2008, 1:35 pm 1:35 pm

Imagine the restraint that went into, “is this from The Onion?” lol

Posted by: hfp | August 27, 2008, 1:38 pm 1:38 pm

Use your brain.
Vote McCain.

Posted by: Shelly | August 27, 2008, 1:40 pm 1:40 pm

MCBUSH IS A LOSER BIG TIME…HE’S TOO OLD, NOT IN TOUCH WITH AMERICA AT ALL, AND THE REST OF YOU BIG CRY BABIES NEED TO GO AND JUMP OFF A BRIDGE SOMEWHERE…YOU ACTUALLY THINK OBAMA NEEDS YOUR VOTE…YOUR A JOKE..

Posted by: ron | August 27, 2008, 1:41 pm 1:41 pm

He’ll be reading “Odyssey” from his teleprompter.

Posted by: Mack | August 27, 2008, 1:41 pm 1:41 pm

obama’s own VP can be quoted as saying obama does not have enough experience to be POTUS. What an insult to the dems intelligence, oh I forgot,that went right over their heads because they were on their knees in worship.

Posted by: seebogodown | August 27, 2008, 1:46 pm 1:46 pm

When Obama loses in November, it will be this kind of stuff that will be looked at and laughed at for decades to come. When future candidates appear to be getting too big for their britches, this kind of stuff, the European World Citizen Tour, “Invesco probably won’t be big enough for my ego” type antics will be hashed over and over by the pundits. Hopefully, all future candidates will have the maturity and humiliation to not behave like this.

Posted by: He's a Shallow Man | August 27, 2008, 1:48 pm 1:48 pm

Is no one at ABC News familiar with the Lincoln Memorial? i have a dream i’ve seen someone speak in front of such columns before…

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 1:57 pm 1:57 pm

Hillary supporters posting here,
Remember what Hillary said last night!
NO HOW. NO WAY. NO McCAIN!!!
Now everyone have a good cry and lets get to work for Obama and the Democrats!!
Picking apart his stage is not going to bring Hillary back, and it is certainly not going to get McSenile elected – SO GROW UP PEOPLE!!!
Obama/Biden ’08-’12!! Hillary 2016!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 2:02 pm 2:02 pm

He is the GOD, no less, he thinks

Posted by: vic | August 27, 2008, 2:13 pm 2:13 pm

Jean,
I like Colin Powell. He’s never been vetted, but if everything I think I know about him was true and he was running as a Democrat against McCain, I would be voting Democrat this year. We don’t dislike Obama because he is black, we dislike him because he is an arrogant, conceited, inexperienced Chicago machine politician with a messiah complex who artfully manages to disguise tired old Democratic policies behind a veil of Hope and Change.

Posted by: Kafir | August 27, 2008, 2:14 pm 2:14 pm

JFK said that communism was a very bad thing in his speech in Berlin, “There are some who say that communism is the wave of the future. Let them come to Berlin.” Seeing as how Obama’s pedophilic pornographer bisexual childhood mentor Davis was communist, and BOTH Michelle and Obama invoke radical socialist Alinksy (force socialism onto the unsuspecting by lying about it) in their own speeches “the world as it could be” (directly plagiarized from Alinsky), Obama is as far apart from JFK as humanly possible.

Posted by: hfp | August 27, 2008, 2:17 pm 2:17 pm

That’s amazing. Let the cameras roll, let the laser lights flash, let the fireworks blast and the trumpets blare to announce the anointment of The One for the entire nation to cringe at. That empty-suit yahoo is going to embarrass himself right out of contention. Soon-to-be President McCain’s campaign is just a formality at this point; Obama himself will get the man elected.

Posted by: Q_Mech | August 27, 2008, 2:21 pm 2:21 pm

Who cares if he creates a Greek temple?
I HOPE THE REPUBLICANS are so devoid of substance in their attacks that the only thing they can find to pick on is the stage he is standing on.
I would respect the Republicans more if they could discuss how to fix the economy.
Anice Ladi

Posted by: Anice Lady | August 27, 2008, 2:23 pm 2:23 pm

aus0 you’re so ignorant, OBama’s paternal lineage SOLD slaves out of Zanzibar for generations, Arab slaver cooperators took on Muslim names and religion as a class distinction above the lowborn Africans they captured and sold…and he still holds that aristocratic aire, and here you think he doesn’t look at AAs the same way his great grandfather justified selling East Africans…sad

Posted by: hfp | August 27, 2008, 2:24 pm 2:24 pm

Viva Las Vegas!!!! Gee I wonder how our enemies will view this?

Posted by: CuriousIndep | August 27, 2008, 2:25 pm 2:25 pm

Why are people surprised about this little man Obama.He has all these white people running around and worshipping him so he must think he is God.His wife told us that he is only running this one time so to have our savior we must vote for him.This whole thing is a joke. I will never forgive the Democratic Party for what they did to the Clintons.Go McCain Go.

Posted by: Iffymens | August 27, 2008, 2:26 pm 2:26 pm

AUSTO you’re not African, you’re just nuts

Posted by: hfp | August 27, 2008, 2:30 pm 2:30 pm

At the end of the day . . . clever remarks are empty, blogs are entertaining but not truly enlightening, and public discourse is so disrespectful . . . we must truly learn from the candidates’ past and listen to what this says more than political ads or even debates. We can also search ourselves and what virtues (versus ‘values’ which are only within context of time and culture) we truly hold. We must vote with our intellect and our heart.
Carol

Posted by: Carol | August 27, 2008, 2:36 pm 2:36 pm

My daughter’s high school had a Greek theme at their junior/senior prom last year. I’m sure they would be willing to loan their decorations to the Obama campaign. I think it will be sooooo cute!

Posted by: SAm | August 27, 2008, 2:41 pm 2:41 pm

hey you go obama do wats right

Posted by: Tonya | August 27, 2008, 2:49 pm 2:49 pm

Obama/Biden ’08!! Hillary 2016!!!!
Posted by: Davis | Aug 27, 2008 12:40:08 AM
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Just shows politically unsophisticated you are. Clinton will be 69 in eight years. What kind of chance do you think she will have since people are bashing Mac for his age now?

Posted by: SalG | August 27, 2008, 2:52 pm 2:52 pm

OMG…AND, we the people have allowed the mainstream media and press to SELL US ALL OUT on this deal. I wonder if the following guy is going to be there watching? I know the Arab Union is laughing their heads off at America with this Barack wannabe and all the nutty Dems spending their monies (oil monies) at Denver….not even knowing what they are doing and who is pulling the strings…..God help us all

Posted by: chplraj | August 27, 2008, 2:52 pm 2:52 pm

Once, JUST ONCE, why can’t he be humble? Why doesn’t he just give his speech where everyone else has? Why does he have to grand stand every single thing he does? Hillary’s speech was so great because she showed she was with us, and you just knew she was. When reading the posts on these sites, the single comment that shows up the most regards his ARROGANCE. “Look At Me, Look At ME!” This is why!! Ya think???

Posted by: Another Dem For McCain | August 27, 2008, 2:59 pm 2:59 pm

Somehow it all seems fitting. Obama, the “fast food” of politics. Truth is, he’s all sizzle, and no steak, but hey, who cares as long as it’s a good show.

Posted by: EOBFEOBF | August 27, 2008, 2:59 pm 2:59 pm

SAm, if you think that the media is giving Mcain a pass then you must also beleive that Bush planned 911 or all the other whacked out conspiracy theories on the net. Come on, Chris Matthews and the rest of the msnbc, nbc, cnn drones are all panting at the thought or a true SOCIALIST being elected, mostly because the American people don’t pay attention and have the attention span of a lab rat.

Posted by: KENNY | August 27, 2008, 3:00 pm 3:00 pm

You Republican LOSERS are just jealous!!
Because your boy McSenile can’t even fill a town hall with a couple of hundred people!!!
NO WAY in the WORLD he could EVER fill a 75,000 seat stadium! The biggest crowd he EVER spoke in front of was at the Sturgis motorcycle rally (just before the Kid Rock concert), in front of his base. The “Meth-base” Hells Angels!!!
Dumbasses!!!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 3:00 pm 3:00 pm

Obama/Biden ’08!! Hillary 2016!!!!
Posted by: Davis | Aug 27, 2008 12:40:08 AM
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Just shows politically unsophisticated you are. Clinton will be 69 in eight years. What kind of chance do you think she will have since people are bashing Mac for his age now?
Posted by: SalG | Aug 27, 2008 2:52:11 PM
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SalG,
Nobody is strictly voting against McCain because of his age you fool. If he was sharp I don’t think it would be an issue…
But he is NOT, he is a bumbling old forgetful SENILE fool, that has to have Loserman whisper in his ear who the darn enemy is!!!!!
Obama/Biden ’08!!!! Hillary 2016!!!

Posted by: Davis | August 27, 2008, 3:03 pm 3:03 pm

And furthermore he is an empty suit, a liar, anti-gun, and an anti-american (as we know it, you know with freedom and all). I want the government to leave me and my family alone, stay out of my way and stop stealing $$ from my paycheck to give to losers who do nothing all day excepy breed and breath. Obama is the affirmative action candidate and he is a Marxist.

Posted by: kenny | August 27, 2008, 3:04 pm 3:04 pm

AUSTO, you should be signing them up for school so they don’t have to express themselves in the same ignorant ranting rational that you use.

Posted by: seebogodown | August 27, 2008, 3:07 pm 3:07 pm

Just like a star struck celebrity to go for the fake set. Why not just give the speech in Greece? Practical sets all read better on film.
Obama’s all style, won’t admit substance.
McCain 2008!

Posted by: Rob | August 27, 2008, 3:12 pm 3:12 pm

Mccain is more interested in filling up the ballot box than stadiums. In case you Obamabots haven’t noticed, your man is slipping in the polls. Rock stars don’t get elected president. Let’s just see who is laughing in January.

Posted by: EOBFEOBF | August 27, 2008, 3:16 pm 3:16 pm

With the DNC killing itself off by abortion and “family planning” we won’t have to wait much longer for it to be a (not so) fond memory. So much for a party to protect my “rights”. What a shame they can’t protect the first and most basic right — life. I suppose the wonderful health care package the Barak Hussein proposes will be all about that and little else. MLK looked for the day when a man would be judged qualities, not the color of his skin, BHO is the greatest threat to a person’s life (more people killed by abortion than all wars). Sanger ,an eugenicist, in the ilk of the Nazi’s, who wanted to rid this country of inferior classes of humans, who Barak supports through their outreach program, Planned Parenthood, should scare the black community, since they “benefit” most from his “health care” views.

Posted by: jja | August 27, 2008, 3:18 pm 3:18 pm

OMG!! What an idiot!!

Posted by: Mr. Pay Grade | August 27, 2008, 3:19 pm 3:19 pm

THIS IS AN APOLOGY TO ALL THOSE ON THIS WEB BLOG. Yes, even you ignorants.
I am in a bad mood. I’ve lost a Republican friend of 35 years (more than the age of most of you I suspect), and live in a Republican dominated community.
I have been thru every election since JFK, and have learned that the American public are getting more stupid every election.
Television has not helped elections, because it leads viewers to make educated decision on the grounds of soundbites. If the voting public wants to know the FACTS, you have to READ, listen, discuss, research.
What is wrong with electing someone young, with ideas to help the public not plunder them,someone who may have a different sounding name? Maybe he CAN do something, in a way that has never been done before. If he craps out, well, we’ll just boot him out in 4 years. Gosh, good old Georgie sat in a preschool while the towers were falling. Some leader he is huh? And yet, some yahoos actually gave him another 4 years.Go figure. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice shame on me. So who’s going to take the blame the 3rd time?
NO WAY
NO HOW
NO REPUBLICANS!

Posted by: commonsensewins | August 27, 2008, 3:23 pm 3:23 pm

From Dreams of My Father:’I ceased to advertise my mother’s race at the age of 12 or 13, when I began to suspect that by doing so I was ingratiating myself to whites.’
From Dreams of My Father : ‘I found a solace in nursing a pervasive sense of grievance and animosity against my mother’s race.’
From Dreams of My Father:’There was something about him that made me wary, a little too sure of himself, maybe. And white.’
From Dreams of My Father: ‘It remained necessary to prove which side you were on, to show your loyalty to the black masses, to strike out and name names.’
From Dreams of My Father:’I never emulate white men and brown men whose fates didn’t speak to my own. It was into my father’s image, the black man, son of Africa , that I’d packed all the attributes I sought in myself , the attributes of Martin and Malcolm, DuBois and Mandela.
From Audacity of Hope:’I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction.’

Posted by: shutup | August 27, 2008, 3:23 pm 3:23 pm

KENNY, the media have definitely given McCain a pass to this point. He has turned into nothing more than a hypocritical, pandering tool of his campaign handlers. Yes his handlers. The lobbyists who bailed his campaign out of bankruptcy last Summer after CEO/executive/head guy John McCain ran it into the ground. Yeah boy, there’s some good economic leadership for you.

Posted by: TSnow27604 | August 27, 2008, 3:24 pm 3:24 pm

WHAT A DISGRACE!!!
And yet…people are still voting for him…..
Obama The Patriot – Removes American Flag From His Plane
Barack Obama recently finished a $500,000 total overhaul of his 757. And as part of the new design, he decided to remove the American flag from the tail…
What American running for President of the United States would remove the symbol of his country? And worse, he replaced the flag with it with a symbol of himself…

Posted by: Buck | August 27, 2008, 3:38 pm 3:38 pm

I assure you that millions and millions of Americans will be watching.
Posted by: Connor | Aug 26, 2008
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You mean you will have millions and millions with a rating less than “deal or no deal”? No Deal.

Posted by: lazy to think | August 27, 2008, 3:39 pm 3:39 pm

As far as I’m concerned Obama is just the democratic version of Richard Nixon. Nothing more than a crook who bought his way into office and soon enough his true colors will be exposed. Just hopefully before he gets into office. This nation can’t afford another Ticky Dicky!!

Posted by: my two cents | August 27, 2008, 3:41 pm 3:41 pm

As far as I’m concerned Obama is just the democratic version of Richard Nixon. Nothing more than a crook who bought his way into office and soon enough his true colors will be exposed. Just hopefully before he gets into office. This nation can’t afford another Ticky Dicky!!

Posted by: my two cents | August 27, 2008, 3:42 pm 3:42 pm

Hey shutup, you need to check your sources. You do realize that those quotes are either taken out of context or in the cases of #2 and #6, outright fabrications? I’ll assume you thought they were true.

Posted by: TSnow27604 | August 27, 2008, 3:42 pm 3:42 pm

Methinks Barack forgets his place.
Americans expect LESS arrogance out of the next president, not more!
This is a dumb move by a starstruck novice, and the libs are similarly dumb to not nominate Hillary at the convention while they still can.
Another eight years of Bush? Uh huh, that’s what we’re lookin’ at, suckers!

Posted by: EdS | August 27, 2008, 3:42 pm 3:42 pm

i think i want to vote for daffy duck

Posted by: lynn | August 27, 2008, 3:44 pm 3:44 pm

I meant to say Tricky Dicky–sorry about the mis-spelling.

Posted by: my two cents | August 27, 2008, 3:44 pm 3:44 pm

Buck, you should have been a lawyer. Your case is so compelling. How many Chinese made flag pins can McCain stick on his lapel? Can’t be an American without a flagpin.

Posted by: TSnow27604 | August 27, 2008, 3:46 pm 3:46 pm

There is just something wrong with such theatrics….or more precisely there is something wrong with someone who would put himself in such position. Delusions of grandeur? I think it speaks volumes about Obama.

Posted by: David, Charlotte, NC | August 27, 2008, 3:48 pm 3:48 pm

for such a great country you americans sure squabble amongst each other, it’s no wonder your leaders want to pick fights in every corner of the world. It is like preschool kids fighting over a toy. GROW UP FOOLS

Posted by: amused at the stupidity | August 27, 2008, 3:59 pm 3:59 pm

In response to Sandy who wrote: “My parents both worked and they couldn’t send me to Harvard”, I would like to point out the following:
Your parents and their work ethic had nothing to do with you not getting into Harvard. If you knew anything about higher education, you would have realized that admission to Harvard is Need-Blind. Since you probably do not understand what this means, let me tell you: it means that they don’t look at your financial situation in determining your admission. This is actually true of most elite institutions, and you would know this had you ever considered going to college. Every admitted student to Harvard is then offered funding according to need. Your parents work ethic had no impact on your failures in life. So the truth is that unlike Obama, you simply weren’t smart enough to get in….

Posted by: ProfessorInIndiana | August 27, 2008, 3:59 pm 3:59 pm

At some point we are going to find out that Obama is part of a new secret reality show – Who Wants to Be the President – it’s all just a joke being played on the American people…

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 4:00 pm 4:00 pm

At some point we are going to find out that Obama is part of a new secret reality show – Who Wants to Be the President – it’s all just a joke being played on the American people…

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 4:01 pm 4:01 pm

Greek Temple?
How about the Lincoln Memorial? Federal Hall National Monument? Every Statehouse and courthouse in the country?
The GOP attack machine is searching, searching, searching for all of the “outrages” that they can dream up. That way they can con the media into covering them, instead of the actual news of the convention.
Oor political discourse is so amazingly stupid.

Posted by: JP | August 27, 2008, 4:02 pm 4:02 pm

If Obama is doing “Caesar??”, Caesar was not a good man.

Posted by: Quincy | August 27, 2008, 4:05 pm 4:05 pm

God forbid the next president is popular with the people!
At least he’s not using a “Mission Accomplished” Banner and flying into the stadium via Jet Fighter, and you guys are complaining about theatrics? If Obama sneezed you guys would jump on him for being invaded by demons.

Posted by: albert, CO | August 27, 2008, 4:05 pm 4:05 pm

Look on the back of a penny or a 5 dollar bill. It’s the most famous Greek Temple in America. The same one that MLK spoke in front of 45 years ago.
It’s the Lincoln Memorial.

Posted by: OrlandoChef | August 27, 2008, 4:07 pm 4:07 pm

So is he planning on eating his children too? I say this because I figure he fancys himself a Titan more than a measly god.

Posted by: Joe | August 27, 2008, 4:07 pm 4:07 pm

I believe the Republicans are jealous because the Democratic Party is UNITED. I am a supporter of Hillary Clinton and will cast my vote for BARACK OBAMA. I am hispanic and cannot see this any other way. These last eight years have been very hurtful to me and my family. I believe OBAMA will do what is best for the USA.

Posted by: Patricia, San Diego | August 27, 2008, 4:09 pm 4:09 pm

I don’t see what the big deal is – it’s an appropriate setting for the Greek tragedy that the DNC has become.

Posted by: Donald Lee10 | August 27, 2008, 4:10 pm 4:10 pm

God help us from all this lunatics republicans voting d dissy old man. Presidency is not 4 Methusela,im sure he’s ready to start another war anytime like that idiot.
Either you want it or not Obama is our president.
PRESIDENT OBAMA 08

Posted by: M old like granpa McCain | August 27, 2008, 4:11 pm 4:11 pm

Could anything be more embarrassing than building a temple shrine to yourself? Do you think people on the south side of Chicago, in Obama’s neighborhood, would like for Obama to turn the shrine into food for their children? When he loses in November, his post-script will read “His choice not to pick Hillary Clinton as his Vice-President cost him the election. A man of great arrogance had the belief that he could win on his own.”

Posted by: Vote Republican | August 27, 2008, 4:12 pm 4:12 pm

TSNOW, please post the correct quotes and explain the context in which they were contained. Thanks.

Posted by: shutup | August 27, 2008, 4:12 pm 4:12 pm

I absolutely cannot wait until election night and it becomes evident that Obama has lost. I am going to be glued to MSNBC and will be gleefully watching Matthews, Olberman, Mitchell, Schuster and Todd. The devistation we saw on their faces in New Hampshire will be nothing compared to what they will be like when he loses. All their hard work and free advertisement down the drain. Of course, it will be all the Clintons fault.

Posted by: Humble American | August 27, 2008, 4:12 pm 4:12 pm

Envy thy name is the Republican Party. Hey, its nobody’s fault that not even GOP Senators want to attend and the ratings will be…well….low.

Posted by: Lynne | August 27, 2008, 4:13 pm 4:13 pm

Reading comments like these makes me wonder about the intelligence level of those posting them.

Posted by: RogerB | August 27, 2008, 4:13 pm 4:13 pm

This “temple of Obama” is as silly as that pathetic Obama presidential seal.

Posted by: jen | August 27, 2008, 4:13 pm 4:13 pm

If only Obama were The One (instead of just a far better candidate than McCain)… I would love to see him call down lighting to simultaneously light Bill O’Rielly and Sean Hannity’s hairpieces on fire. We’ll just have to settle for him winning and reversing 8 years of Bush incompetence.
To all you pathetic saps that mock people who are actually excited about their candidate with “The One” and lame “Messiah” comments, it must be hard to feel so “eh” about your candidate. Poor you.

Posted by: Daley in SF | August 27, 2008, 4:15 pm 4:15 pm

albert, not that I support bush but it one thing to celebrate some when you are already president, but when you are only a jr senator that wasn’t even voted into that office (skated in) you haven’t earned the right to act so godly as obama. He is the ultimate narcissist.

Posted by: sam | August 27, 2008, 4:20 pm 4:20 pm

Davis…we know Hillary did what she HAD to do last night..she never said that Obama was qualified…she knows he is not….we still will not vote for this empty suit…and this “really big show” at the “temple”…he is one sick puppy!! Never, never, never…and I would like to be a fly in the voting booth when Bill and Hillary vote…better it won’t be for Obama!!

Posted by: mfmros | August 27, 2008, 4:21 pm 4:21 pm

He really, honestly does think he is a god. I just can’t believe this. Please, people — for the sake of your intelligence — please don’t vote for this guy. Obama has a serious mental disorder.

Posted by: Joe | August 27, 2008, 4:22 pm 4:22 pm

Republican penis envy I’m afraid. Obama can fill a stadium at the convention with 80,000 people and their candidate wouldn’t have a hope. So the solution is basically sour grapes remarks that sound as if they are coming from 8th grade. In this day and age the Republicans believe charisma, thoughtfulness, intelligence and, worst of all, popularity are “bad” things. These are sad puppies.

Posted by: John | August 27, 2008, 4:25 pm 4:25 pm

“Posted by: Humble American
I am going to be glued to MSNBC and will be gleefully watching Matthews, Olberman, Mitchell, Schuster and Todd. The devistation we saw on their faces in New Hampshire will be nothing compared to what they will be like when he loses.”
Was this written by another hate-filled Christian? Hypocrites.

Posted by: J Carville | August 27, 2008, 4:26 pm 4:26 pm

NOBAMA in my homa

Posted by: John | August 27, 2008, 4:27 pm 4:27 pm

Holy Grecian Gods Batman! We may have just discovered Obamas portal to the Universe!

Posted by: david | August 27, 2008, 4:29 pm 4:29 pm

Anyone read Nietzsche? (to all you GOP low-information, anti-intellectual voters, I’m sure the answer is ‘no’).
Has John McCain become ‘The Maggot Man’, or what?

Posted by: Thinker | August 27, 2008, 4:29 pm 4:29 pm

Anyone read Nietzsche? (to all you GOP low-information, anti-intellectual voters, I’m sure the answer is ‘no’).
Has John McCain become ‘The Maggot Man’, or what?

Posted by: Thinker | August 27, 2008, 4:30 pm 4:30 pm

“NOBAMA in my homa”
Why do some ardent Republicans write as if they never graduated elementary school?

Posted by: J Carville | August 27, 2008, 4:32 pm 4:32 pm

Okay, this just makes me laugh. Obama whines about the celebrity ads and then he gives the world yet another taste of his enormous ego. And what’s with the Hollywood stars, singers and “entertainment?” We have yet to hear the campaign pitch Obama’s specific plans, is he hoping to win over voters with American Idols and Stevie Wonder? Surely Americans are not that stupid. I know I’m not.

Posted by: Seriously?? | August 27, 2008, 4:35 pm 4:35 pm

Instead of a roll call, why don’t they just add a chariot race and Roman gladiator fights? That would be GREAT!! Winner gets the nomination.

Posted by: Donald Lee10 | August 27, 2008, 4:36 pm 4:36 pm

Obama is a prelude to the anti-Christ.
He is a little horn.

Posted by: John Baltimore | August 27, 2008, 4:38 pm 4:38 pm

Maybe someone from the Obama campaign can explain the Jungian impact they are going for here?

Posted by: Paul | August 27, 2008, 4:39 pm 4:39 pm

You guys are missing the point- it would be stupid for the republicans to make fun of him giving a speech- In front of AMERICAN- Hello- and Mccain is just mad cause he can’t even get his own party members to join him at his convention

Posted by: Kristy | August 27, 2008, 4:40 pm 4:40 pm

When I heard about this, all I could think of was Adolph and Joe giving speeches from stadia stages designed to invoke Roman emperors.
In another vein, a C-SPAN caller said, “I’ll vote for Obama when he chooses a medical student over an experienced surgeon to do brain surgery on his daughter.”
Sadly, the Democrats have turned a sure thing into a November catastrophe. Better get used to saying, “President McCain.”

Posted by: Liz Stuart | August 27, 2008, 4:41 pm 4:41 pm

Will we have to call him Zeus and pray to him?

Posted by: Jazz | August 27, 2008, 4:41 pm 4:41 pm

Obama, you stabbed Hillary in the back, so forget about the Presidency. You can’t win without the Hillary supporters and every one I know will not vote for you. We will wait for our girl in 2012. Hillary said what she had to say at the convention, but we know what she wants us to do.

Posted by: Sandra | August 27, 2008, 4:46 pm 4:46 pm

When is someone going to make the obvious connection and publish a photo of Obama in one of his haughty poses bracketed by Hitler and Mussolini in theirs?

Posted by: Bill Kam | August 27, 2008, 4:47 pm 4:47 pm

Just to one-up Obama, the GOP will be sacrificing 10 vestal virgins to McCain at the republican convention.

Posted by: ooper | August 27, 2008, 4:48 pm 4:48 pm

“This has got to be a joke. Will the One be carrying his commandments on a tablet as he rises? Maybe Samson can pull down the temple and the savior can resurrect it?”
No. He’s going to be carried in on a golden sedan chair. Nancy Pelosi will take his scepter, crown, and ermine-lined cloak before he steps up to the microphone.

Posted by: Liz Stuart | August 27, 2008, 4:48 pm 4:48 pm

While the author of Obama’s theology, James Cone said: “If God doesn’t hate whites, we should kill God.”, Obama said: “I don’t hate whites, and why would anyone want to kill me.”

Posted by: Nerfle | August 27, 2008, 4:51 pm 4:51 pm

A Greek temple for Obama’s acceptance speech? What is this egomaniac dunce thinking? Obama’s no Zeus, and this ridiculous stage set looks more like Caesar’s Rome. Caesar ended the Roman Republic and establised an Empire. The Dems’ worthless Marxist candidate probably aspires to do the same. What normally intelligent, responsible adult can give Pastor Wright’s racist, anti-American acolyte the time of day?
Before harping too foolishly on partisan dissatisfaction with the Republicans, best keep in mind that Muslim terrorists have not attacked us since 9/11, and that Pres. Bush has changed the world by defeating Al Qaeda and creating a functioning democracy in Iraq in opposition to Iran and Saudi Arabia. This has broad, highly positive long-term implications for global peace and prosperity. We can all be proud.
Nancy Pelosi’s party of surrender and defeat has controlled Congress for the past two years, and all we have to show for trusting her is $4.00 gasoline. This excites you? McCain is clearly the better candidate. Obama should fold his temple, but that’s okay. We’ll fold it for him in November.

Posted by: Brian P. Blake | August 27, 2008, 4:51 pm 4:51 pm

The leftists were right. Obama is a rock star. Adored by adolescents and disliked by mature, successful, experienced adults. Now, he’s even playing arenas. And he has Bruce Springsteen as his opening act. Maybe they should bring in Brittany Spears to do one of her dances on stage as well.

Posted by: Bill | August 27, 2008, 4:53 pm 4:53 pm

behind whom?
McWar on Bush-Rove’s leash?
Give me a break.
America is smutter than that, no matter where: around kitchen table or on the stadium .

Posted by: Linda,Fl | August 27, 2008, 4:59 pm 4:59 pm

“McCain you are old enough to remember what it was like to be in a Greek temple.Go to sleep old man, the future does not include you!
Posted by: Samir | Aug 26, 2008 11:36:15 PM”
“Great moment for a great country USA, and a great moment for our next President Obama.
Posted by: yessipuede | Aug 26, 2008 11:37:06 PM”
typical rantings from typical democrats displaying typical cases of delusions of grandeur. These are manifestations of people who realize the end is near yet keep chanting asinine, nonsensical things over and over again perhaps as a prayer, or perhaps to stave off the inevitable…

Posted by: Hawk | August 27, 2008, 5:01 pm 5:01 pm

successful adult?
leave Your wife and find sort of Cindy to sit on her shoulders, like adult Alphonso did and ask Your kids how much you are successful.
As I understood – this ‘successful adult” does not make enough even to pay to the stuff in his multyhouse household.
Alphonso – that his his core. catolics, how do you appreciate this?

Posted by: Linda,Fl | August 27, 2008, 5:02 pm 5:02 pm

Will there be temple dancers?

Posted by: Donald Lee10 | August 27, 2008, 5:04 pm 5:04 pm

All hail the power of Obama’s name! Let angels prostrate fall! Bring forth the royal diadem… And crown him LORD of ALL!

Posted by: Tom | August 27, 2008, 5:04 pm 5:04 pm

And will the only way to please the God of Mt. Olympus be in the form of higher taxes?

Posted by: Jazz | August 27, 2008, 5:19 pm 5:19 pm

All hail Obama!
Get on your knees mortals, you are in the presence of The Messiah!
If these idiots think for one minute I would vote for this carnival sideshow, they are in for a surprise come November…

Posted by: Gary | August 27, 2008, 5:21 pm 5:21 pm

PARTY UNITY MOVEMENT ACTIVIST
I thought It was a good way to take over their name so we all can be PUMAS but with a different message. PUMAS FOR OBAMA/BIDEN08/12

Posted by: Orlando B. Fremont Ohio | August 27, 2008, 5:23 pm 5:23 pm

Render unto Obama, (Opps, I mean Caesar) that which is Obamas. (Opps, I did it again.)

Posted by: EOBFEOBF | August 27, 2008, 5:25 pm 5:25 pm

I have been keeping up with polotics, and I think the position Obama is in is great. It shows me that I can, without experience, be selected to run for the most important job in the world, the President of the United States. Why would the Democrates, Republicans, or anyone else for that matter, accept someone with so little experience as a potential leader of our Nation? Who thinks this is a good idea, would you let the 4th year store manager at a local WalMart run the entire WalMart corporation? No, you wouldnt because the idea is rediculous!

Posted by: Joe | August 27, 2008, 5:26 pm 5:26 pm

I hope he gets out there and heals Stevie Wonder while he’s at it.

Posted by: Debarak | August 27, 2008, 5:27 pm 5:27 pm

Gary, therein lies the BIG surprise for the Obamabots. When it comes time to cast the ballots, all this rockstar/circus stuff is gonna be his undoing. This certainly isn’t the kind of “change” a lot of people are looking for.

Posted by: EOBFEOBF | August 27, 2008, 5:28 pm 5:28 pm

PARTY UNITY MOVEMENT ACTIVIST
“I thought It was a good way to take over their name so we all can be PUMAS but with a different message. PUMAS FOR OBAMA/BIDEN08/12”
Hmmmm, just like your Fake Messiah – a copy cat, always stealing other peoples’ ideas, policies, etc.
PUMA! Party Unity My …

Posted by: LeeLee07 | August 27, 2008, 5:33 pm 5:33 pm

PUMA FOR OBAMA/BIDEN08/12

Posted by: Orlando B. Fremont Ohio | August 27, 2008, 5:37 pm 5:37 pm

PARTY UNITY MOVEMENT ACTIVIST
PUMA FOR OBAMA/BIDEN08/12

Posted by: Orlando B. Fremont Ohio | August 27, 2008, 5:38 pm 5:38 pm

I don’t know about other Americans, but for myself, I don’t want a celebrity president. It is embarassing, the Office of the President is serious. Putin must be laughing his rear end off at the thought of an Obama presidency. Just today, if you go to the Jerusalem Post (www,jpost.com) you’ll see that Russia is threatening us with military action. Does anyone think these seasoned leaders will take Obama with any seriousness? A rock star? Heck, they may as well elect Bono. Bono has more experience than Obama… now that I think about it.

Posted by: Deborah | August 27, 2008, 5:40 pm 5:40 pm

What a doofus! The audacity of this man is beyond belief. Who does he think he’s kidding? Unfortunately millions of Americans who can’t think for themselves and want the government to do it for them.

Posted by: Peg | August 27, 2008, 5:40 pm 5:40 pm

Obama gets a free ride. Nobody cares that he has a fake birth certificate. That according to the U.S. law at the time of his birth he is NOT a U.S. Citizen. How about the fact that he has shady ties to criminal elements? Racist America Hating / White hating preachers and friends. Unrepentant terrorist Ayers as another friend and mentor. Obama has said he will cut back defense and research and development leaving the U.S. defenseless. There really is a great divide in the United States between those who are with the founding fathers and freedom and the fascist communist supporters of Obama. Just say no to an america hating weasel.

Posted by: Patrick | August 27, 2008, 5:41 pm 5:41 pm

I wish a picture of the Greek temple-like stage had been included with this article, but my imagination will have to suffice. As for a celebrity singing the national anthem, post-speech concert and post-speech fireworks – really, is anyone surprised? What ever happened to the good-old days when candidates simply gave a speech accepting the nomination, without fanfare, then began the official campaign?

Posted by: Lil' Me | August 27, 2008, 5:42 pm 5:42 pm

The McCain campaign has turned into a bunch of whining babies since Steve Schmidt took over. In an attempt to control the daily news cycle, they complain about every meaningless detail of Obama’s campaign. When is the MSM or the Obama campaign going to start calling them out for acting like petty, immature 3 yr olds who cry to Mommy to get attention? I find it incredibly sad that they have been successful. The MSM is gleefully reporting this nonsense.

Posted by: EiVE | August 27, 2008, 5:45 pm 5:45 pm

“McCain is like a Grumpy Elephant with no vision and a flip flopping memory! There is a reason this Elephant is always attacking without a postive message. His trainers are Rove & Schmidt at the circus! We know what to expect at the McCain’s convention a Grumpy Elephant entwining his trunk with 2 Rogue elephants in Bush/Cheney with two cheering trainers in Rove & Schmidt who are trying to sell the American People a 3 rd George Bush Term.” RFK

Posted by: Yeil Raven | August 27, 2008, 5:45 pm 5:45 pm

It it’s amazing how in this day and age, we the people of this great country have polirazed our intelligence and intestinal fortitude for the sake of our parties. Having the power to effect change, bring back America from the jaws of worldwide economic disaster and ridicule, have engaged in petty word games and insults rather than look at the reality of what we as a people must do, to make us againg who we were known in the world to be. America are you blind?; Is the economy really stupid?; Did we have a dream about the mortgage crisis?; Is the gas at an all time high here in America, or is it America in another country?; Did any of you spend 26 years in the United States Marine Corps?; Do you have hundreds of friends that are disabled today beacuse of a liars war?; Why are Bush and Chaney best friends with Blackwater, Big Oil and all these Texan billionaires?; Have you done your homework and checked all the companies that have profited from the Gulf War?; What makes you think that McCain is going to be any different from George Bush?; Come on my friends, it is right in front of you and you can’t see it. Wake up America, please wake up.

Posted by: Danilo | August 27, 2008, 5:47 pm 5:47 pm

Our political discourse has been made so very, very stupid. None of the Obama hatin’ folks on this thread seem to remember the stage that Dubya accepted the nomination on in 2004. Here are some pictures of it:
http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0808/Bushs_2004_temple.html
Get a life, and find some other very stupid and fake thing to be outraged about.

Posted by: JP | August 27, 2008, 5:54 pm 5:54 pm

He picked Biden over Hillary.
Wait … what? He picked *BIDEN* over Hillary???
HE PICKED BIDEN?! Even Richardson is a better pick than that jerkface. FAIL!
He isn’t running a publically funded campaign? (I know, I know, do whatever it takes to win. Doesn’t make it ok for him to welch on his promises.) FAIL!
He voted for FISA?! FAIL!
And now this tragic greek stage thing? I hope there is a proscenium arch on the stage to properly frame this black comedy, this tragedy.
Your man is a starstruck, self-absorbed, flush with cash, n00b. He has all but guaranteed McCain’s victory! Call McC senile all you want, maybe he is! This is Obama’s race to lose and he’s lost it.

Posted by: EdS | August 27, 2008, 5:58 pm 5:58 pm

yeah, these egoists and their columns have GOT to be stopped

Posted by: gossamer | August 27, 2008, 6:05 pm 6:05 pm

NO MOAR COLUMNS

Posted by: gossamer | August 27, 2008, 6:06 pm 6:06 pm

People, it is the 40th Anniversary of Martin Luther King’s “I HAVE A DREAM” speech, which he gave in front of the LINCOLN MEMORIAL. This is what the stage is all about.

Posted by: anna | August 27, 2008, 6:07 pm 6:07 pm

What’s with these guys and their columns?????

Posted by: gossamer | August 27, 2008, 6:07 pm 6:07 pm

I STILL MISS BEING ABLE TO VOTE IN A PRESS. HERE IN FLA. ITS BEEN WAY TO LONG, AND BHO DID REFUSE TO A PRIVATLY FUNDED RE VOTE IN BOTH STATES! LEAGALIZE FREEDOM

Posted by: RELD1127 | August 27, 2008, 6:09 pm 6:09 pm

WE DIDNT ELECT THIS PERSON HE WAS SELECTED FOR US, WE NEED TO SEND A MESSAGE TO THE RANK DNC THAT SHOULD STAND FOR DO NOT COUNT VOTES!!!! WHAT SCUM AND IN NO WAY DEMACRATIC, YEH EVERY VOTE COUNTS SURE IF YOU DRINK COOLAID !!! VOTE COUNTRY OVER PARTY !!! LOOK AT THE WAISTED MONEY ON THIS CIRCUS SHOW THAT THEY CALL A CONVENTION 60,000,000.00 THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN USED WISER ON OTHER THINGS !! I WILL NOT FALL IN LINE FOR HILLERY OR THE CORUPT DNC…. MY VOTE ISNT UP FOR SALE !!

Posted by: RELD1127 | August 27, 2008, 6:16 pm 6:16 pm

Will Narcissus be able to pull himself away from his reflection long enough to even deliver the speech….I think not.

Posted by: SgtHaff | August 27, 2008, 6:19 pm 6:19 pm

Please don’t tell me he is going to plagiarize Martin Luther King’s “I have a dream” speech! He already has a plagiarizer as his running mate.

Posted by: J.S. | August 27, 2008, 6:20 pm 6:20 pm

WHY ARNT WE HEARING MORE FROM THE INVESTIGATIVE TEAM, OH YES THEY WERE ARRESTED FOR BEING ON A PUBLIC SIDE WALK FILMING ALL THE RICH SCUM BAGS THAT WERE GOING INTO THE BUILDING, WE DO NEED TO HIDE THAT !! SEND OUT 4 MORE GROUPS ABC AND LETS GET THE NEWS! GOOD JOB NOW KEEP ON IT!!

Posted by: RELD1127 | August 27, 2008, 6:20 pm 6:20 pm

Are the Republicans scripting this for Obama? LOL! A Greek Temple. LOL! Maybe he’ll arrive via chariot, big ears flapping in the wind! What a complete screwball – and that’s the best the Democrats can do – this swollen headed nit wit with absolutely no experience. A Greek Temple. LOL! President McCain – your office awaits you.

Posted by: Chas | August 27, 2008, 6:22 pm 6:22 pm

He’ll be fine Sarge, he will watch himself on a monitor.

Posted by: EOBFEOBF | August 27, 2008, 6:22 pm 6:22 pm

Go the his URL to see a bunch of Republicans giving speeches in front of columns that look like….GASP…greek columns and temples. OH MY GOD!!! Can you believe the NERVE of Obama!!
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/08/27/obamas-columns-at-invesco_n_121854.html

Posted by: jules | August 27, 2008, 6:30 pm 6:30 pm

Sadly, it appears the only thing the Republicans can do is point fingers at Obama. Perhaps Hillary’s speech should have been more to the point: “I threw the kitchen sink at Obama, and if that’s the Republican strategy as well . . . well, good luck with that.”

Posted by: tfseem | August 27, 2008, 6:35 pm 6:35 pm

Any of them running for president? Of course there is no difference between some run of the mill politico giving a speech in front of an existing structure, and an entire set built to grandious scale all specially constructed for your speech. And all done in the name of enhancing your superstar/god status. Nope, no difference at all.

Posted by: EOBFEOBF | August 27, 2008, 6:40 pm 6:40 pm

No! You can’t make me go. Waterboard me instead!

Posted by: Sheikh Khaleid | August 27, 2008, 6:45 pm 6:45 pm

tfseem: That’s when she started WINNING!
Mwahahahahahahaaaahahaahaa!

Posted by: Morgo | August 27, 2008, 6:47 pm 6:47 pm

That’s some fodunky shizzle!

Posted by: Mumia | August 27, 2008, 6:48 pm 6:48 pm

Danilo: You are loyal to an Obama slogan and your party. Not seeing much thought in that at all.

Posted by: Morgo | August 27, 2008, 6:50 pm 6:50 pm

I wonder who has the bigger ego…Obama or Biden? I thought maybe Biden since he’s told a reporter in the past that he had a higher IQ. However, this may take the cake. I think it may be some Obama campaign “humor”. I can’t imagine Michelle in a toga…ewwww!
http://www.hellnobama.com

Posted by: JenniferMiu | August 27, 2008, 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

I find all the salacious and ugly comments and ads from Republicans a sign that we are really getting to them. Good. The shameful man who has been president for 8 years told a class of graduates at Yale that they should not be concerned if they are C students because, after all, he was a C student and look where he was! How did he get an MBA from Harvard with that kind of record? A legacy admission and money. His family can buy him degrees.
After he was cloaked with degrees from two of the best schools on the East coast, he let his people leak out the fact that George W. hated those East coast snobs. It is easier to hide one’s deficits from a ranch in Texas than a perch on the East coast.
George W. was no more qualified to be president than am I. He was a failed businessman, a former coke addict, a man who joined the Guard and never served, and most offensive, a man who needed the Supreme Court to steal an election for him because he and the Republicans thought they were entitled to the White House.
Why doesn’t McCain stick to his platform instead of attacking Obama. McCain has been with the Republicans and Bush so long that he is no longer qualified to come to a conclusion about anything except what color his underwear should be today.

Posted by: Michele | August 27, 2008, 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

WHY YES TO MCCAIN & NO TO OBAMA …
It’s not that McCain was just a POW … it’s the fact that he was offered an early release by the enemy, after being tortured for 3 years. But, because John McCain had the honor, integrity, character, and love of America, he chose to refuse a release that would be earlier than his fellow prisoners, resulting in his being imprisoned and tortured for an additional 2 1/2 years. In addition to that, he also served this country as a senator for 20 years. What has Obama done? … He was a community organizer, who increased voter registration … then, he took away the people’s votes by disqualifying his opponents on technicalities. Next, he won the senate, due to a scandal by his opponent, Senator Jack Ryan. Furthermore, Obama is a junior senator, with no experience, who has spent half of his time in office running for President.

Posted by: Howard | August 27, 2008, 7:03 pm 7:03 pm

Morgo, thanks for the information, however, I followed the Democratic primaries fairly closely. If you recall, Senator Clinton fell behind and never fully recovered. Her strategy of throwing the “kitchen sink” at Obama did nothing but make the inevitable result a little more dramatic, and, perhaps in the eyes of some, diminish her and President Clinton’s legacies. Again, if all the Republicans have is some ham-handed finger pointing, . . . again, good luck with that.

Posted by: tfseem | August 27, 2008, 7:05 pm 7:05 pm

This is a great nation. And it will become an even more Perfect Union with Barack Obama as our President.
He has workable plans to create jobs here in the United States, to provide free quality education from pre-school through college to keep our country competitive in the world marketplace.
While McCain has an interesting history, he has yet to show us anything like a plan to create opportunities in this country, except more wealth for the same fat cats that run the Republican Party (and look down on the socially conservative base).
I feel very proud today to see our great nation take another great step forward.

Posted by: RobinLocksley | August 27, 2008, 7:16 pm 7:16 pm

The people that should read these don’t and until they do you can gripe all you want …..Scalliwag was right about 92 hope he is right again… Joe and hate there has to be something wrong with the USA since the rest of the world has no love or respect for it……democrat no more the usa doesn’t need people like you…..billy mills look around you this country already fell apart who is going to put it together again it looksl like Humpty dumpty but where are the kings men???

Posted by: Rose Szymanski | August 27, 2008, 7:18 pm 7:18 pm

jill – very well said. The ranting by commonsensewins is becoming typical of the sort of people who follow a leader who promises to unite, yet actually divides by instigating this class-warfare mentality.

Posted by: Lil' Me | August 27, 2008, 7:27 pm 7:27 pm

You all are ABSOLUTE MORONS. The simplicity behind the theme is astounding.
GREECE WAS THE BIRTHPLACE OF DEMOCRACY. CASE CLOSED.

Posted by: ClaremontObserver | August 27, 2008, 7:30 pm 7:30 pm

RobinLocksley – Yes, this is a great nation, I can certainly agree with you on that. But as for Obama having plans to create jobs – the government should never be in the business of creating jobs – government should be minimal – Obama (and McCain) should be looking at ways to reduce government spending – not increase it. The creation of jobs belongs in the free market and government should know when to get out of the way and let business thrive (apparently, our government doesn’t know this) ~~ As for free quality education from pre-school through college, well, we already have free education from age 4 (Headstart) through grade 12, and Obama’s plan only offers a $4,000 tax credit to some families – that’s not enough for even one semester at a community college. Other programs, already in place, offer more hope for getting Americans educated.
~~ you said “While McCain has an interesting history, he has yet to show us anything like a plan to create opportunities in this country, except more wealth for the same fat cats that run the Republican Party (and look down on the socially conservative base)” that’s just not true and a brief glance at McCain’s website would would dispel that myth. Look at it this way, until recently (actually until McCain became the Republican nominee) Democrats loved McCain – they referred to him as an Independent who could work both sides, in fact one democratic presidential candidate wanted McCain as a running mate – no one ever praised Obama for being able to work both sides of the aisle because that’s just not his track record.

Posted by: momobella | August 27, 2008, 7:40 pm 7:40 pm

Jean, on your blasphemy comment, it is actually Barack’s Obamabots calling him “The One”! That’s why people are mocking it.

Posted by: Cheri from Oregon | August 27, 2008, 7:41 pm 7:41 pm

Birds of the same feather flock together. Obama’s friends: Ayers, Wright, Pelosi, Reid. Ooooh how toxic!

Posted by: Cheri from Oregon | August 27, 2008, 7:48 pm 7:48 pm

Howard: Yes, Mc Cain is honorable and has integrity and Obama is a very junior senator. However, in my opinion those facts about Obama mean little when one sees how disenfranchised citizens are willing to come together for his candidacy. We will not let Obama make the same mistakes as Bush. He would not want to take us down the Bush road anyway. We are awake now and we will watch our government very carefully. If John McCain were an independent it would be so much easier for many voters. However, his ties to the Republican party ensure that another puppet administration is in the big house while the shadow government (special interests) runs the country. I know I sound paranoid and cynical. How else could I feel after eight years of body bags, a completely drained treasury and secret lies about the government actions of the last 8 years?

Posted by: Michele | August 27, 2008, 7:55 pm 7:55 pm

this life long democrat will never vote for the nobamamessiah!!! i would rather have a million years of bush than one day of nobamamessiah!! anyone see the nobamamessiahs flocks little hand sign they have for him.. nobamamessiah is a cult leader.. A LIFE LONG DEMOCRAT FOR MCCAIN08

Posted by: linda | August 27, 2008, 8:12 pm 8:12 pm

Maybe while these DNC aides figure out how to make their quasi-Greek temple look authentic, they should take a moment to look up another Greek concept-”hubris”. I suppose now we will have water turned to wine and the feeding of the multitude with organic loaves and fishes. Enough already. Hasn’t anyone got the reins on this runaway juggernaut of political machinery?

Posted by: Ellen K | August 27, 2008, 8:19 pm 8:19 pm

Momof2, with all due respect, you might want to talk to some of the outlying precincts that were supporting Hillary. In some areas, they simply stopped counting the votes and name Obama the candidate by acclamation. There’s some pretty bitter people who feel they were left behind by the new and beautiful people who are running Obama’s campaign. And when you come right down to it, nobody knows how anyone really votes. What do you want to bet Hillary votes for McCain?

Posted by: Ellen K | August 27, 2008, 8:22 pm 8:22 pm

Okay seriously here… you all really need to grow up already. I mean come on you are ALL ACTING LIKE CHILDREN on here! I mean why is it someone like me can respect other people’s opinions on these things, but NONE of you can? I mean honestly when I said you’re all acting like children I mean YOU ARE ALL ACTING LIKE A BUNCH OF TWO YEAR OLDS with all this name calling and such. GROW UP ALREADY PLEASE! Why is it you people don’t look at what you are typing and think before you post it? I have never seen such atrocious behavior in my life. This is why politics should be off limits on the Internet because people don’t know how to act on here, or think they can get away with whatever the heck they want online. i am so sick and tired of all of your childish games on here. And yea, that is people from both parties on here by the way(but I have to say I have noticed it more so from the Democrats unfortunately sorry you guys). As I said I am just tired of it. Tehse blogs aren’t set up for you people to name-call, but rather talk about the issues in this election season/the article that was written that you posted a comment under. Geez! You all need to get lives/jobs/or something else to do already.

Posted by: 21-YEAR-OLD FEMALE BIRACIAL REPUBLICAN COLLEGE STUDENT SUPPORTING JOHN MCCAIN!!!!!!! | August 27, 2008, 8:23 pm 8:23 pm

You do something bold, you’re gonna get NOTICED. Because of that, a US President NOT being an international celebrity is un-bold, un-daring, and Un-American.

Posted by: joc | August 27, 2008, 8:25 pm 8:25 pm

While Greece was the birthplace of a type of Democracy, it was also the scene of countless acts of infanticide, murder, and mayhem in the name of the causes they supported. And the lesson in that is that being tunnel blind to just your own basic philosophy creates a government that only serves YOUR needs. I see in Obama and man who will tax the middle class out of existence in order to pay for social welfare programs for lower classes and those here illegally. Why work when Uncle Sam can get it for you wholesale? We are already seeing that mentality in public health, where public hospitals raise taxes on the workers to subsidize payments they never recieve from people who get services. In the end, Obama is just another socialist in the pattern of Ted Kennedy. He brings nothing new to the game except the illusion of diversity where there is none.

Posted by: Ellen K | August 27, 2008, 8:27 pm 8:27 pm

A tribute to the chosen one:
When could they say, till now, that talked of Rome,
That her wide walls encompassed but one man?
Now is it Rome indeed and room enough,
When there is in it but one only man.
Hail Obama! We who are about to die salute you!

Posted by: CDC | August 27, 2008, 8:31 pm 8:31 pm

LOL, LOLER, LOLEST!
That Obama is crazy! Now he will be crowning himself as Greek god instead as the democratic nominee! The formal beginning of Obamism. You see through all this posts how the indoctrination process has advanced. Thinking about all these crazy people in the streets talking about the Antichrist coming, guess what is here: Obama and the sad thing is that Obamerica will elected him.

Posted by: RickyTampa | August 27, 2008, 8:43 pm 8:43 pm

Column? “Call ‘em” a Presidential candidate. – A light joke.

Posted by: joc | August 27, 2008, 8:47 pm 8:47 pm

I plan on recording this event in order to show at my McCain inaugeration party for some good laughs. It will be a historical moment seen how Obama’s attempt at a coronation turned into a Nuremberg-like rally filled with chanting worshipers. This of course will be viewed years later as the final push toward the fall of the Democratic Party.

Posted by: Dale | August 27, 2008, 9:14 pm 9:14 pm

I plan on recording this event in order to show at my McCain inaugeration party for some good laughs. It will be a historical moment seen how Obama’s attempt at a coronation turned into a Nuremberg-like rally filled with chanting worshipers. This of course will be viewed years later as the final push toward the fall of the Democratic Party.

Posted by: Dale | August 27, 2008, 9:14 pm 9:14 pm

the pro-democracy Greeks did not dress themselves up like gods. they were careful not to.

Posted by: FormerDem | August 27, 2008, 9:19 pm 9:19 pm

Barf! After watching the DNC’s convention it is clear that BHO is the DNC’s choice and Hillary is the choice of ordinary people who are democrats. The DNC has pooped and stepped back in it and they deserve to lose in Nov. I am a Hillary supporter who will vote for John McCain. He is a straight shooter and it is clear that he loves our country.

Posted by: Janice in NC | August 27, 2008, 9:35 pm 9:35 pm

Barf! After watching the DNC’s convention it is clear that BHO is the DNC’s choice and Hillary is the choice of ordinary people who are democrats. The DNC has pooped and stepped back in it and they deserve to lose in Nov. I am a Hillary supporter who will vote for John McCain. He is a straight shooter and it is clear that he loves our country.

Posted by: Janice in NC | August 27, 2008, 9:35 pm 9:35 pm

man this seems like it will be an fun event. Just because Mccain cant draw a crowd of 80,000 people of people under the age of 70 and deliver an interesting speech doesn’t mean that he has to be a sour grape about it.

Posted by: Marylander | August 27, 2008, 9:47 pm 9:47 pm

Thank you, LLoyd!
Although, having read a few of your posts, you don’t seen qualified to sit in judgement of any idiot other than youself.
My reason for thanking you for suggesting our idiocy is that your words indicate that you’re misguided enough to have excluded yourself from the list of idiots you’re compiling.
Which makes you pretty idiotic and thus, most likely incorrect in your assumption.
I’d like to call you “Butt Munch”, but (no pun intended) I fear the monitors would find such language unacceptable. However, next time you’re lunching between a pair o’ porcine glutius maximi, please keep the thought (unspoken) in mind.

Posted by: Ken | August 27, 2008, 9:48 pm 9:48 pm

All Democrats are communist baby killers.
None will ever get my vote.

Posted by: Jill | August 27, 2008, 10:38 pm 10:38 pm

Is he doing Caesar? LOL!
I can see it now – Bill Clinton stabbing him the back and Little Barry saying:
‘Et tu Bubba?, Et tu?’

Posted by: Big Daddy | August 27, 2008, 10:51 pm 10:51 pm

So many of you Democrats are so revved up about your candidate that you can’t even take the time to spell out ‘president’, instead opting for the nickname of ‘prez’ because it’s faster to type. After all, the faster you put your ‘VOTE OBAMA 4 PREZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!’ on this comment dialogue, the more people will get to read it and chew their knuckles with attempting to hold their laughter.
You people, so fluent in chatspeak, make me ashamed of my generation. I’m not even old enough to vote until next election, but here I say: Vote McCain, unless you want your intelligence to be in dire question.

Posted by: Alex | August 27, 2008, 11:44 pm 11:44 pm

I love it when Dems refuse to admit the ridiculous infatuation of man who was nothing more than a community activist a few years ago.Messiah maybe not but Idol worship definitely. Yeahh Democrats think real hard ‘’Ughh what kind of wasteful program can I create today… Hmmm – Let’s keep growing the size of govenrment when did socialism ever work…(DNC policies) NEVER.
I’m supposed to vote for a party
• That believes government programs is the answer. Please name one government program other than the GI bill that has actually worked.
• Believes socialized health care will actually work when it doesn’t work in Canada, England, France etc. etc
• Believes in the re-distribution of wealth.
• Believes laziness should be rewarded
• Believes Social Security is a Good program. When in reality it’s probably the worst government program ever created. A program to keep the poor.. poor. Doesn’t create wealth instead keeps the poor indebted to the government.
Doesn’t understand SS is a pay as go.
• That doesn’t understand economics at ALL.
• Believes higher taxes increase tax revenues when historically it’s proven to do the opposite and lower taxes have increased tax revenues.
• Believes 60% Income tax, is fair
• Believes raising capital gains tax will increase tax revenues – proven inccorect
• Doesn’t understand how higher taxes impedes moving up the economic ladder
• That thinks big business is evil even though they pay salaries, pick up a good portion of benefits, and contributes to retirement accounts, pay dividends on stocks, pays corporate taxes.. BAD –Evil Big Business
• Doesn’t understand how raising the min wage to pay teenagers hurt small businesses. The ironic part is our fine DNC led congress is passing a bill to give tax credits to business’s hurt by the increased min wage.
• Believes Death Taxes is fair. Tax the hell out of it when it’s earned, distributed and then kick em on the way out.
• Beat the WMD drumbeat for 10yrs, leading up to Iraq and now goes crazy after they weren’t there or moved
• Ignored the Nuclear material removed from Iraq this summer and doesn’t think its WMD.
• Believes the money spent on Iraq could be used for something else when the money is being borrowed. We don’t have then money.
• Done everything in its power to keep this county dependent on Middle East Oil.
• Cries no blood for oil yet refuses access to the resources under our land
• Won’t allow drilling offshore but its is fine for China, Cuba and Venezuela to drill 100 miles off our coast
• Believes Oil Companies make more per gallon than the federal government
• Believes an alternative energy source will ready within 15-20 yrs.
• Believes plowing more and more money into public schools will help the failure rate and low achieving students
• Believes Education spending has been cut when in reality it’s increased tremendously over the past 8 years.
• Believes Unions have a place in the 21st century
• Doesn’t believe in closed ballots for elections
• Doesn’t think the DNC commits fraud during elections.
• Continues to vote for Democrats decade after decade after decade in the worst economic / crime ridden cities in the country.
• Believes owning 7 homes is bad. We should all want that and more. Hell I have 13 investment properties guess I’m evil too.
• Believes owning 7 homes is worse than Obama getting hooked up with his Mansion from a convicted felon.
• Believes Christianity is worse than Radical Islam
• Believes Christianity is worse than Black Liberation Theology
• Believes the government had nothing to do with the housing crisis after pushing ownership on people that should not have purchased homes.
• Doesn’t believe people are responsible for making poor decisions on their mortgages.
• Believes guns kill and not the people who actually fired the gun
• Believes the Mainstream Media is not biased.
• That’s upset Bush didn’t increase the size of the government enough
• Thinks the Republican Party is different than the DNC. DNC far left socialists, RNC – Blue Dog Democrats. Spend
The list goes on an on but I’m tired .

Posted by: tm | August 28, 2008, 12:27 am 12:27 am

You have to love the Obama cultists on this blog. The truly brainwashed. Their entire argument is calling Republicans “Repukelicans”.
Don’t call us your family names. Just because you couldn’t finish high school and think you are going to get a free ticket on the Obama cult train to Stalinland, doesn’t make you qualified to have an opinion.
Go scratch your genitals one more time and see if another argument ad hominem comes up – if not, take a look at a picture of your mother – that will give you some ideas.
Go f___ yourselves.

Posted by: Nalyeskov | August 28, 2008, 12:45 am 12:45 am

What has Obama done??? What experience does he have???
Obama campaigned for his Kenyan cousin Raila Odinga when he visited Kenya in 2006.
Here’s what Odinga has done…. Odinga advocates Sharia (Islamic) Law. He ran for president of Kenya in 2007. He lost.
Here’s what Odinga’s followers did after he lost the election… They went on a violent rampage killing hundreds of people across Kenya, some of whom were Christians taking refuge inside a church. Odinga’s supporters surrounded the church and burned it to the ground, burning the people alive who were inside.
At best, 6 degrees of separation. At worst????
“God bless America? God *&(% America.”

Posted by: God Help US | August 28, 2008, 12:52 am 12:52 am

Well geez guys, I just can’t come with anything stupid or idiotic to say. You all have said it more than enough.
You all have the right to say whatever you like to anyone you like. That’s in the Constitution. I don’t have to like it, I can hate anyone I’d like, that is my right. I think Barak Obama should start a draft into the military for all Republicans.Men and women alike. Then maybe the Pumas’ can learn what it’s like to be equal. Perhaps then you can all support going to war.
I was impressed with the DNC and all the speakers that said everything I have always wanted to scream at the top of my lungs.
I would like to thank ABC for making this blog available to me, so I could RANT against stupidity, ungodliness, mean-spirited, backwardness, and the “good ole boy” mentality.
I will sleep better tonight knowing that the future of America will be in the good hands of Barak Obama and Joe Biden.

Posted by: commonsensewins | August 28, 2008, 12:56 am 12:56 am

Several posters here have noted the set’s historical allusion to Greece, as the birthplace of democracy and pinnacle of philosophy and reason.
Perhaps these posters fell asleep when the history class went on to mention that the very same empire also embraced infanticide and exalted homosexual pedophilia.
Ahhh, the trappings of the self-anointed intellectual and cultural elites…

Posted by: Ezekiel | August 28, 2008, 1:32 am 1:32 am

Will there be any connection at all with what took place at the convention center and what will take place at the stadium? Memories were made at the convention. Having two locations doesn’t make sense to me, besides the columns… these are two separate events and I am afraid there will be a huge disconnect with them both. The first was in a large but smaller hall filled with moments of warmth building for this moment and then a complete divorce from that scene to large, less intimate scene… how is this supposed to connect to blue collared workers?

Posted by: David | August 28, 2008, 1:34 am 1:34 am

Good question, David (about the change of venue upsetting the convention’s semse of continuity). Maybe it’s B.O.’s way of re-focusing people’s attention on his hype about ‘change’, after his VP choice did such a great job of trashing that. (The term ‘change’ is about as apt for Biden as it is for turning one’s briefs inside-out.)
One last thought (after reading through a sizable number of remarks here)… This redneck geek takes no personal offense at your flaming diatribe, ‘commsensewins’. But as far as I’m concerned, you can bend over, pucker up, and kiss your own behind, anyway.

Posted by: Ezekiel | August 28, 2008, 2:05 am 2:05 am

Madonna in her current concert tour compares McCain to Hitler. I submit that Obama is more like Hitler than McCain…
Both Obama and Hitler:
- have great oratory skills
- are charismatic
- were “community organizers”
- sell hope and change in their speeches
- speak before stadium size crowds
- have high powered propaganda machines
- were in their mid-forties when they pursued their dreams of power
- duped the Germans

Posted by: Susan G | August 28, 2008, 8:12 am 8:12 am

i am trully saddened that so many of you American have such strong hatrate in your hearts! It’s just a compain, a race and all are justfied to race! By the way, Science began in Greece. It is beauty. We can be anything we want. Humanity makes the difference.
Tell me why the democrats are not name-calling to their oppnents? Maturity is the answer.
Wish you the best Americans.

Posted by: PENINAH | August 28, 2008, 9:32 am 9:32 am

It’s amazing to hear all of these people eating what this media is feeding you. What happened to all the free thinking, intelligent Americans?

Posted by: Realist | August 28, 2008, 10:25 am 10:25 am

The backset looks like the Denver Civic Center dumb republicans! We all love Obama and want to see him. McCain-bush is dangerous, hot tempered, a phony POW braggart! who wants a war or two more, a kept man with an old trophy wife, cheated on last wife, born OUTSIDE the USA, too many houses to count, Keating Five, and thats just to start. Give H. Ross Perot a call about McCain-bush!

Posted by: philosopherkingtomas | August 28, 2008, 11:11 am 11:11 am

Millions may be watching, but come election day they’ll be to stoned to find the polling places! “Cccoooolll man!” “Hey! What do you mean I gotta register? Register for what man? This is a free country and I can vote if I want to vote! Man!” “I went to college for 6 years to get my associates man!” “I have have a right to vote man!” “Register my ass! Man! F___ you man!” Register this this! Man!” “F___ this man! Rock of Love is on!”
The preceding are just a few of the comments the BO supporters will be muttering election day!
Remember “Just say NO to BO!”

Posted by: Dan Hanke | August 28, 2008, 11:30 am 11:30 am

McCain/Bush 08!!!

Posted by: RedBlooded | August 28, 2008, 12:19 pm 12:19 pm

On the anniversary of the MLK “I have a Dream” speech which is meaningful to most African Americans, a crack head looking guy goes up into Invesco Field and reports that the stage looks Roman or Greek. From that Reuters reports that Senator Obama will speak from a Greek Temple. Soon all the Republicans are having a field day that Obama will descend like Zues in a toga with lightening bolts. They call him Nero Obama and what fun they are having continuing to paint Senator Obama as a foreign God worshipping terrorist. Anything to stop a Black man from ever becoming President. WOW!

Posted by: Anice Lady | August 28, 2008, 12:40 pm 12:40 pm

How about Bill Ayers? A REAL terrorist. The madie won’t even touch it because anyone who questions lord Obama is gotten rid of, through intimidation or any means necessary. It’s a tactic of leftist radicals, and of Communist China and USSR, and Hillary subscribes to this also.

Posted by: kenny | August 28, 2008, 12:45 pm 12:45 pm

This is only the tip of the iceberg.
Google, ‘The Obama file’
WOW

Posted by: E Howard Bailey | August 28, 2008, 12:47 pm 12:47 pm

Yo Redblooded, I know that when Obama loses your camment will be the mantra of the left. Obama looses due to American’s racism. What a freakin’ joke! I am white and would love to see a black president… a real AMERICAN black president who is a descendent of slaves. One who had EARNED IT through hard work and EXPERIENCE and one that is NOT a socialist! Obama is less black that he is Arabic and he’s part white as well, Give me a break with the racist crap… there are plenty if black elected people out there.

Posted by: kenny | August 28, 2008, 12:54 pm 12:54 pm

Until this week, I would likely have voted for John McCain… now there’s no chance… The RNC is taking him down with them and their weak weak weak shots at Barack Obama. I am embarrassed for anyone who endorses a candidate with a website dedicated to desperate, feeble attempts at making Obama look bad. Pleeeeeeease…………the OBAMA AUDACITY WATCH? BORING!!!! … Does McCain have a platform; does the RNC care? I would never know. And now, I don’t care in the least.

Posted by: Patty | August 28, 2008, 1:45 pm 1:45 pm

These Republicans (including so-called “Democrat for McCain” – as if anyone believes it) are so stupid and illiterate. Don’t get me wrong; I’m saying they are LACKING INTELLIGENCE. Fortunately, the days of celebrating ignorance are passing.

Posted by: Thinking Person | August 28, 2008, 4:10 pm 4:10 pm

These Republicans (including so-called “Democrat for McCain” – as if anyone believes it) are so stupid and illiterate. Don’t get me wrong; I’m saying they are LACKING INTELLIGENCE. Fortunately, the days of celebrating ignorance are passing.

Posted by: Thinking Person | August 28, 2008, 4:12 pm 4:12 pm

It’s a shame that the republicans can’t stick to REAL important issues because they have no answers for the state of the country today. As always they prey on people’s fears and innuendo in order to create a smoke field for their incompetence. Why not provide intelligent answers to issues the country is facing. Tell me what you plan to do to help the economy, stop the war and stop our dependence of foreign oil! Don’t tell me what kind of stage Obama has created for his speech!!! That’s so… elementary school!!!! You might as well say, “Oh yeah!!! You have the coodies!”

Posted by: Tina | August 28, 2008, 4:14 pm 4:14 pm

If the American people would educate themselves, they would know that the platform of the Republican party has kept our Republic from toppling over for the last 200+ years. Unfortunately, the democratic socialists want to turn our country into a communist state with Marxist policies. Big government= fewer freedoms, higher corruption, less efficiency, and more corruption. As Thomas Jefferson said, “The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not.” John McCain and Thomas Jefferson would argue. Barack Obama and Thomas Jefferson would come to blows.

Posted by: Paul | August 28, 2008, 4:39 pm 4:39 pm

The only thing that bothers me is “We are the ones we have been waiting for.” and “Change We Can believe in.” Mile High Stadium, now a Temple and Fireworks. Maybe he is the ONE, a Oprah says, but Oprah pushes a New Age antiChrist religion. She does because she denie Christ is the way, so I am not having a hard time believeing her Obama is the antiChrist. Obama Biden
Osama BI-n La-DEN It is creepy. CREEPY

Posted by: elenamarla | August 28, 2008, 5:05 pm 5:05 pm

If the USA elects this AntiChrist, then it is Bush’s fault because he buried his own party. He is the reason we got this creep, Obama. I did not vote Bush and I will not vote Obama.

Posted by: therisker | August 28, 2008, 5:08 pm 5:08 pm

As Obama gets more popular it seems the right just gets more hysterical. That tells me they are worried. Besides being a bunch of haters. Dress yourselves in sackcloth and ashes…

Posted by: Sebastopolian | August 28, 2008, 6:08 pm 6:08 pm

re: the “greek columns.” as pointed out at http://www.dailykos.com, has anyone here ever seen, uh, The White House? The Lincoln Memorial?

Posted by: Jim | August 28, 2008, 6:23 pm 6:23 pm

Read the article that appeared in the Boston Globe on July 20, “The audacity of ego”. Yes, you do need a large ego to run for President, but when it gets to this proportion it is not good for Barack, or the country. Without some experience to temper this unhealthy amount of ego, I fear we are going to be reminded of what can happen when a President thinks he/she is invincible and can do no wrong. Remember Viet Nam, Watergate and Monica?

Posted by: James D. Slayton | August 28, 2008, 9:35 pm 9:35 pm

Hahaha. This reminds me of Robespierre and the cult of the Supreme Being during the French Revolution. To make a long story short, after Robespierre and the extreme left of the revolution abolished the Catholic church they announced France’s new religion, the Cult of the Supreme Being, from a paper-mache mountain topped by a greek temple. And out of this Greek temple walks Robespierre, the leader of France, in a toga to be worshipped as the new god… I don’t know, I find the pseudo-Greek temple to be very amusing…

Posted by: Chet | August 29, 2008, 12:39 am 12:39 am

GOP: Party of whiners and crybabyies.
So since McCain is afraid he cannot win on a level playing field on the issues, his people have resorted to whining about the stage set up of their opponents? Now THAT’s the straight talk express!

Posted by: Ted Murrow | August 29, 2008, 7:30 pm 7:30 pm

Wow, just scanning through the comments here and find a lot of name calling and not too many intelligent answers.
BTW Sarah Palin is AUTHENTIC.

Posted by: Cat | September 1, 2008, 8:01 am 8:01 am

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Posted by: evan | September 2, 2008, 9:59 pm 9:59 pm

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