Obama: Goin' South

the Pajama Pundit — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:24:56 GMT

In the Republican camp, strategists say that for all the difficulties the party is facing, the South remains deeply conservative. ‘It would take an awful big shift in the electorate this year,’ said Mike DuHaime, a senior adviser to the McCain campaign. ‘It’s not like we’re talking about states that were won by one or two points last time. These Southern states, with the exception of Virginia and Florida, were double-digit wins.
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voter — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:27:45 GMT

If Iraq is stable, why can't we pull out. We are about to lose the war in afghan because we don't have the troops and supplies to manage the war. Pull out of Iraq and transfer the troops to Afghan so we can fight the real war on terror and capture those responsible for 911. Iraq stablizing works well for Obama because it strengthens his argument to withdraw troops.

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Nashville_fan — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:33:10 GMT

"The relative success of the surge is one of the few issues going McCain’s way"

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Did I miss something? Is there a functional government in Iraq? Have the 3 warring factions come to some agreement? Are our troops still coming home in body bags, victims of roadside and suicide bombs?

This doesn't sound like "stablilization" to me - sounds like more media spin to defend the indefensible - more McCain bias in the media - surprise, surprise.

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Eric, Salinas, CA — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:35:51 GMT

It's going to be funny as we watch Barack Obama break up the solid south in November. It's about time they get their act together and start acting like they live in the 21st century AD not BC. Barack Obama is going to teach the old panderer a thing or two about politics and running in the general election.

Go Obama 08/12!

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donna — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:38:44 GMT

George Packer's opinion of over 80% of Americans thought processes, with regard to how we feel about Iraq if way off.

First of all, we are fed up with the borrow, and spend practices that have so much of our National Treasure, (both presently, as well as, our children's), being invested in Iraq, when it is sorely needed here at home.

Secondly, Mr. Packer, it's the economy Mr., 'I can afford to fill my tank, and refrigerator with ease' elitist!

Please, sir, keep your conjecture to yourself.

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BJ, CA — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:40:12 GMT

McCain=Bush...war monger..don't care about you,
no health care, no social security, no help...your own your own GI's, your debt not mine...sorry sucker politics..and did Daddy Bush really want to take out Saddam?....sure thing I'll do that for ya'
well sorry GOP....Bush Huggers

Obama'08

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donna — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:41:20 GMT

Not for a moment would I believe that Senator Obama's team intends to register new AA voters only in the South. Here we go again with the 'beer drinking bowlers' mentality analysis.

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Pete - Albany, NY — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:46:30 GMT

As conservative as the south may be they just aren't thrilled with Uncle Fluffy as the GOP's nominee.

Bottom line is that the GOP brand name is damaged goods right now and nobody's happy about Iraq, the economy, inflation...you name it.

Why not go for the 50-state campaign? How'd the old way work for Gore and Kerry?

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My Davis, USA — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:53:40 GMT

Are gas prices that low in the South? Must be nice. By November, those in walking distance to the polls may be the only Republican voters.

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Amy B Portland, ME — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:58:37 GMT

Anyone who knows anything about what is going on in this country is voting Democratic this election, how could they not? Democrats aren't perfect, but Obama will lower taxes on the middle class and raise them on the super rich, he will direct a massive effort to get us off imported oil, and he will use diplomacy over force to extricate us from the Iraq debacle. McCain will just continue Bush's policies, on the other hand, the same policies that are bankrupting our country. Why would any fool vote for McCain?

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Paul Miller, Woodbridge, VA — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:05:17 GMT

I think Obama can make Georgia closer than past Dems have but I doubt he can pull that one off. Still, there is a demographic shift toward more young suburnites, so never say never. But I suspect the Obama campaign is just trying to drive the McCain camp nuts.

Now Virginia is a different story. I'd say Obama's chances are better than McCain's here right now. And I'd like to see some polling numbers from North Carolina - just a hunch.

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Unhappy Dem — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:27:09 GMT

Obama's push to compete in the South. "Obama’s Southern strategy relies on significantly increasing black registration and turnout.

This is the only reason he is where he is today. They vote for him because he says he is black. They have no idea what he stands for or will do to this country. So it might just work.

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ID,GA — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:07:17 GMT

People in the South [GA] are feeling the same frustration as the rest of the country......we want change....not McCain.
GA will turn blue!

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Tina, NC — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:25:35 GMT

I believe turn out is going to be key in the south and every where else for that matter. But, epecially here in NC. Yes there are alot of conservatives here but they aren't happy with McCain. Most of the conservatives I know wanted Huckabee.
If Obama can turn out the votes he will win in NC because most of my Republican family members are either voting for Obama or staying home.

My husbands family lives in Tennessee, all conservatives and they are the same way. I doubt Obama can win Tennessee but McCain is going to have a problem with turn out.

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Class Warrior, D.C. — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:25:54 GMT

Where did the GOP get this lie that the Surge is working?!? Fewer Americans are dying, it's true, but we did the Surge to give the so-called Iraqi "government" time to get their act together, so the country can move upward and onward. But the bad joke that is the Iraqi parliament is still endlessly bickering, when it isn't vacationing, and has done nothing for America since the Surge started. So, the Surge is a success...HOW?!? So Obama is still on target here. Just because Americans have now relaized the GOP failed them as badly economically as they have in foreign policy doesn't mean that Obama's plans to pull out (like Ole H.W. should've)are not still important.

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HillDem4McCain — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:27:06 GMT

The Rasmussen Reports daily Presidential Tracking Poll for Monday shows Barack Obama attracting 46% of the vote while John McCain earns 40%. When "leaners" are included, Obama leads 49% to 44%. Two percent (2%) say they will vote for a third-party option while 5% remain undecided. New polling released earlier today shows John McCain continuing to enjoy a solid lead in Georgia.

Maybe the south will stay with good values, security,peace of mind that the country is in safe hands.

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Class Warrior, D.C. — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:27:10 GMT

Where did the GOP get this lie that the Surge is working?!? Fewer Americans are dying, it's true, but we did the Surge to give the so-called Iraqi "government" time to get their act together, so the country can move upward and onward. But the bad joke that is the Iraqi parliament is still endlessly bickering, when it isn't vacationing, and has done nothing for America since the Surge started. So, the Surge is a success...HOW?!? So Obama is still on target here. Just because Americans have now realized the GOP failed them as badly economically as they have in foreign policy doesn't mean that Obama's plans to pull out (like Ole H.W. should've)are not still important.

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James Lawton, OK — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:31:54 GMT

Unhappy Dem: "This is the only reason he is where he is today. They vote for him because he says he is black. They have no idea what he stands for or will do to this country."

So are you saying blacks are not smart enough to find out what a presidential candidate stands for? This comment in itself is why so many people are misguided by people like you who dont take the time to find out about different people, there veiws or what they believe in. I have no problem if you believe BHO is not qualified or you dont agree with what his goals are, but at least be smart enough to base your opinion on issues instead of some crazy notion that all blacks are voting just because as you say "he says he is black", do you think if there is a black president we will do something to put whites as slaves or try to give extra benifits to blacks that whites are not allowed to get. This is nonsense please understand that even as president there are checks and balances in government so why would any white government offical back someone who thinks this is even possible. Think About it.

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Mr. Unite Us — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:38:49 GMT

I predict Obama will do better than expected among Southern Whites, based on the issues that effect there lives.

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Paul in Clearwater, Florida — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:12:29 GMT

Here's a thought: the economy and the stock market are tanking similar to the pre-depression days, prices for gasoline and staple goods are climbing similar to the times in pre-Nazi Germany. Perhaps a democratic change and a return to sanity may keep our country alive.

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G Green, Oklahoma City, OK — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:24:58 GMT

Which world is this person living in? Iraq stabilized? More like getting used to the bombings and killings, which is something nobody can get used to. It's just that the media has stopped reporting as much as it used to. What Obama promised is still relevant. I'm all for Obama, I'm supporting him for president. Vote Obama! Go WhyObama08.org!

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marcia, san diego, ca — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:50:30 GMT

If Iraq is getting that stable, then we should be able to pull a lot of troops out, but even though it seems to be getting better, just one or two incidents would destabilize it again. Has anyone been paying attention to the disasters that the weather has caused the last couple of years here in the U.S? We should could use the war money to improve our own infrastructure and build our own schools, etc. Why do we need to do this in another countries? Also if we sign a Status of Forces agreement to keep troops in Iraq or Afganistan for years and years. Does anyone realize how expensive that will be to develop and maintain?

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unhappy dem 2 — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:01:47 GMT

Unhappy Dem, don't blame just the AAs. At least, as a group they have a reason as a sense of community pride. Now, I don't agree with that, but I can understand that more. The rest of these yo-yos can't tell you what he stands for because he can't tell you except "hope and change."

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Paul A Trouve, Montague, NJ — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:18:49 GMT

Obama is spreading himself too thin. He might have a shot at Virginia because of its northern suburbs but there just aren't enough blacks and progressive whites in the rest of the Southland to justify his presence there.

The Southland didn't support the last two Democratic presidential candidiates, Gore & Kerry. I doubt they will support a Democratic candidiate who is more liberal than they were as well as black. Obama seems to have a blind spot about residual white racism in America.

And his campaign contributions may just start to dry up once his supporters realize they have to subsidize the $85M in foregone federal money for the privilege of giving him even more!

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Brad San Diego,Ca — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:50:31 GMT

Unhappy Dem. There are a lot of people in the south are just fed up with the Repulicans crooks, and they will be voting for a great person by the name Barak Obama, and I think you should start to get happy or don't vote, just stay home and cry. McCain is the biggest flpflopper I have ever seen and a liar to boot.