Obama's Saturday in Philly

Ryan Mattox, Crown Point, Indiana — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 18:34:50 GMT

I read a news article this week in the Indy Star stating, in my home state of Indiana, that the last time a Democratic candidate had visited here this late in October was LBJ in 64. Last week, Barack was in Indianapolis, now Sarah Palin is coming to visit this week...Amazing!

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Eloise, Clearwater, FL — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 18:51:07 GMT

Obama has been barnstorming across this country for months...he has the kind of energy, focus and teaming skills needed to fix this mess that Bush has made of this country...

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melissa woods,jefferson city,tn — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:04:33 GMT

I am glad to see Obama talking about not being better off. People understand jobs slowing down, being laid off, or not haveing a job. Forget about not being able to get a loan try worring about how they are going to feed their kids. People need to know how he will help them make it with these hard times.

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katiec Pekin, IL — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:08:07 GMT

Keep up the good work Barack!!
Any intelligent voter cannot support or like
the dirty campaign, anger and hate mccain/palin
have produced.
Now is a time for our country to stand together
to try and surive all these diasters caused
by irresponsible decisions these last eight
years.
We must unite and we must demand change.

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Linda in AZ — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:10:43 GMT

Watching MSNBC you guys just can't give it up on the Bill and Hill no matter what they do for Obama you are questioning Why isn't it this way or that? You say they are there to also attend a family event so they are together then why is this the first time, why isn't Obama there? Hill has been out over 50 times for Obama, but you are into Palin so much that you don't mention that nor give Joe the same type of coverage. Gee she went shopping, like we care.

But then you never post my comments, guess you don't like what I have to say.

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nadeem — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:18:24 GMT

Pslin is a hater and will further divide this country.

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Kate, Bellingham, Washington — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:29:05 GMT

We have a HUGE job ahead of us, not just the government but every single one of us. This financial crisis is the beginning of the end of an era, the era of cheap energy and personal gratification. From the economy to the environment to social upheaval- all messages are pointing to a new, more humane, more localized, less wealthy world. A world richer in human relationships, with a focus on protecting the earth's systems and all life. The old way is unravelling- don't hold on.

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Scott Carter — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:30:08 GMT

when the berlin wall fell we had a budget surplus. Since then we have fought 2 wars and spent trillions and let rampant capitalism and the egos of the baby boomers run us into debt and beyond We need a leader with a vision and a goal that will galvanize the will of the people. It takes the will of the people a leader and all of congress to steer the ship Obama has the vision and leadership

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David, Baltimore, MD — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:32:56 GMT

McCain is a noun, a verb and POW. This morning his campaign manager said that John McCain was surprised at Rep. Lewis comments about inciting violence by stating that during the height of the civil rights movement John McCain was a POW. Huh? Is the answer to any issue POW.

The POW card is getting a little worn and tattered. I am waiting for someone to say, "Hey I am not responsible for my actions because I know John McCain and he was a POW." Or, "You can blame me - I say John McCain on TV last night and he was a POW."

There does not seem to be a limit to how you can use the POW shield.

Truthfully, John McCain is a dishonorable man running a dishonorable campaign.

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Cindi in Louisiana — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:35:25 GMT

Obama/ Biden has just GOT to win!! I am a bit concerned that the media has done its best to bury the Palin abuse of power case and I was concerned to see that McCain has regained the lead in Ohio today?? Unbelievable. As Janet Jackson said, " What has he done for us lately?"

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Steve Chinnasamy, Boston, MA — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:39:34 GMT

The country is desperately waiting for a break from the failed economic policies and failed foreign policy of Bush/ McCain. We just cannot afford four more years of the same. I personally believe McCain alienated lot of undecided voters and moderate Americans by choosing Sara Palin as his VP. It indicates erratic judgement process and a gambling attitude. It is very scary that a wannabe President of USA is such a gambler and erratic in his decision making.

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Steve Keane, Huntingdon Valley, PA — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:39:51 GMT

Isn't it time we had an articulate, bright, caring, multi-issue capable leader? Someone that has a clear path of success and caring during their entire life? Someone that has been vetted by the highest level of education (without any help from dad to get into or stay in Yale/Naval Academy), someone who has been vetted by the American people for the last 20 months? Someone that didn't run off the rails in his 30s-40s, drinking and fooling around on his wife? Someone that simply does what he says what he is going to do. And he does it with class, dignity, and has a wife that is probably his character and academic equal (both coming from very modest backgrounds to arrive at the top of there class). How is this even a choice? John McCain most important decision this year was naming someone that could be president. He picks a person who's honorable, original goal was to be a sportscaster. Not being coy here either, she is excellent on TV, with a script and a telepromter. But to put our nation at risk, with the background of a small town mayor, a 1.5 year governor of a 600,000 person state, this was the best person to lead our country from the Republican side? If something ever happened to Senator McCain, he did not put his country first there ..., my friends.

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Terry Trueman — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:58:01 GMT

One of the things people don't seem to discuss much about Obama is his potential to be a transformational political figure in our country. Not just because of the issue of his race, but because of his obvious skills. I'd bet the pink slip of my car that neither Mccane nor Palin have bothered to read either of Barrack's books--they should, then they'd know how absurd, grostesque and ugly their present smear campaign really is.

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Cindi in Louisiana — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:02:54 GMT

The difference between these two campaigns is glaring.. One is classy, well organized, methodical,hopeful, and intelligent. The other is erratice, disorganized, impulsive, hate-filled, and bipolar!! Yes, count me as being one of the folks who will think that race ( or corruption) played a huge role if McWorse and the "Witch from Wasilla" somehow prevail in this election.

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pa voter — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:03:57 GMT

Hey Indiana, I work in a company that has a plant in Indiana and I know a lot of people out there are voting for Obama. They are the intelligent ones!!!!! Indiana can pull through for Obama, they know what this country needs and it sure isn't McCain/Palin!!!!!!!!!!

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Bruce becker, Lincoln, CA — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:07:58 GMT

40% of registered voters did not vote in 2004

only 15% of the "under 26" age group voted in the 2008 Tex primary.

NO ONE KNOWS who will win this election even if one or the other candidate has a huge lead in polling.

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Jeanine McNail, Hamshire, TX — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:08:13 GMT

Go Obama! That being said, I do want to acknowledge Sen. McCain's statements at his town hall meeting about Sen. Obama. Now if he can just keep the pit bull penned up perhaps we can have a decent campaign. Sen. McCain is not the person for the White House - he needs to keep working in the Senate where he can be really effective in bridging the chasm between the two parties. Sen. Obama IS THE ONE - or perhaps better stated, "THAT ONE" the country needs. He will be, I believe, a great president.

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Schaun, Chicago, Ill. — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:11:39 GMT

Swingstate Indiana, wake up.. Vote Obama/Biden
2008. You know the people of Illinois support
Indiana. We spend our money in your state. We
cross state lines and buy in Indiana. We
support your economy every day. People have
moved from Illinois to Indiana. Now, support
our candidate, son of Illinois. We need you now
Indiana.

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gv, Kailua HI — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:11:51 GMT

It amazes me that the GOP keeps handing Obama such good stuff on a silver platter. First, they say that if the debate stays on the economy, they'll lose, and now they say that McCain doesn't know what to say about the economy! Unbelievable. It must be good fun down at Obama headquarters these days. Imagine the high-fives and cheers whenever McCain's camp comes up with another boneheaded comment like these.
Ah. . . life is good, and rich. . . full of promise.

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Cindi in Louisiana — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:18:03 GMT

Yes, and Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden are knocking it our of the ballpark in Pennsylvania as we speak!!

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Bill L,Decorah, IA — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:18:57 GMT

Man Shot in London For wearing a OBAMA T Shirt:Mc Shame Reap the Whirlwind!!! You folks created it Have fun Palin ever think some day someone could do this to you or is this beyond any capability u might have in the area of thought!!! You say you are a fundie Christian so read the bible something about :"As Ye Sew so shall you reap" So Sen Mc Shame & Gov Palen Reap the whirl wind

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Vote early if possible. — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:19:39 GMT

Turnout will be key this year. Please encourage all young people, especially, to make sure to vote. Don't take anything for granted. This is a crucial time for our country. Let's not blow it.

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Marzipan Missoula MT — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:24:23 GMT

The Obama campaign is taking no one's vote for granted. He's listening, he's paying attention, he's responsive to the mess we're in and how it affects the middle class. I'll be proud to call him President.

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mnheather — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:30:14 GMT

Obama has run a very smart campaign and Rendell and Casey are great surrogates. I hope this country gets it right this time. Obama/Biden '08!

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John Mehan, San Francisco, CA — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:42:42 GMT

Right on, Ed Rendell; Obama is the candidate we need for president. He has the necessary qualifications: intellect, judgement, and the ability to inspire people and to lead. I'm afraid McCain lacks most, if not all of the above.

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Chris F. Antioch, CA — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:54:35 GMT

Obama will probably have somewhere between 330 and 340 EV's. He could even get up into the 380's. Now, this is contingent on voters getting to the polls. Rendell is right. We all have to vote. This could be an historic blowout, but we all have to vote.

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Bill(Hussein) Jones — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:10:02 GMT

Republicans in Indiana are not the same as Republicans from Alaska...that's for sure...

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Chena Benna, PA — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:10:30 GMT

I was there at the rally in Northeast Philly. It was great to see Obama in the flesh instead of on tv. I also got a chance to meet Chris Mathews, who was cool. The best line he gave was, in talking about job loss, when he referred to how John McCain said that the "fundamentals of our economy are strong" and then Obama said "I don't know what is more fundamental than a job!" Everyone left the rally really excited.

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Kristy in Texas — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:15:10 GMT

PBS poll. "do you think Sarah Palin is qualified to serve as Vice President of the United States? Go to link and vote! show PBS why we are tired of there even being a POLL about PALIN'S qualifications!

http://www.pbs.org/cgi-registry/poll/poll.pl

My repub uncle sent this to me...thinking I was PRO McCain...NOT. Poll is tied right now 45-45.

Obama/Biden

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Joe, MN — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:32:58 GMT

Go Ed Go!!!!

A Great Spokesperson for Obama.

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allan G, Dover, NJ — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:09:24 GMT

The elections now to watch are those in the Senate. Palin and Mc Cain can avoid the war and economy all they want. The voters have enough information to make a decision regarding their future.

I wish Sarah would just go away, she is the poster child for everything that is wrong with politics and business. Remember when people were hired and promoted based on what they know instead of who they know?

It is funny now that the Clintons are no longer the devils, that title now it is Obama, a Harvard educated lawyer.

I have never been a political activist, but will send a check to anyone Democratic or Republican (as long as they have some background) who challenges Palin for Governor of Alaska. People like her who think themselves qualified but not, are the danger to the future of the country.

It is almost laughable that this under educated huckster is a Governor much less a VP candidate. Thanks John Mc Cain for showing me your true colors, you not only lost my vote but my respect for your judgement.