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I never thought a politician could be a genuine and decent human being till I came across Obama.
I hope he continues to keep it real.
Obama, don't take my advice. I'm just an anonymous blogger on the 'nets.
by Bronxist on Wed Jan 02, 2008 at 07:45:41 PM PDT
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he said Obama actually means what he says. He really is bringing people together!
Grandpa is mean and he smells funny.
by MadAsHellMaddie on Wed Jan 02, 2008 at 08:47:54 PM PDT
Just look how well he's brought all of us together.
Help me reach my Goal!
by sgilman on Wed Jan 02, 2008 at 10:50:02 PM PDT
Obama seems like the next Kerry, doesn't he?
by dkmin on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 04:51:33 AM PDT
JFK was a wealthy playboy (and enjoyed every moment of his pursuits) but, despite those interests, he really cared about everyone. That's what made him so charismatic, that he honestly cared and it showed. Obama has the same quality. Only he's not a playboy and hasn't always been wealthy. It's quite evident that he's a real person, one who's filled with hope and concern, and wants to improve living conditions for everyone. That's charisma, baby.
"I am here because of Ashley." - Unknown Obama supporter.
by rainmanjr on Wed Jan 02, 2008 at 09:58:26 PM PDT
even describe him as wealthy now.
by Nick Blas on Wed Jan 02, 2008 at 11:31:00 PM PDT
But he's doing better than most.
by rainmanjr on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 06:32:20 AM PDT
You never thought a politician could be a genuine and decent human being until you came across Obama? Seriously? What about these following contemporary "politicians":
Which ones of these politicians is not a "genuine and decent human being?"
I have no doubt that Obama is a decent person, but to say that one cannot think of politicians as decent and genuine human beings until Obama is an insult to scores of decent public servants who have served our country so well.
"The Power to change this party, and the power to change this country is in your hands, not mine." - Gov. Howard Dean, MD
by deaniac83 on Wed Jan 02, 2008 at 11:23:40 PM PDT
May your entire existence be one sensuous, frolic-filled experience lived in defiance of care.
by Fonsia on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 12:51:12 AM PDT
Saying that about Obama isn't to insult those others.
And anyway, none of them are running for President...
The war for oil is a war for the Beast The War on Terror is a war on peace
by El Yoss on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 01:15:50 AM PDT
"...never thought a politician could be a genuine and decent human being till I came across Obama."
...it may not have been meant as an insult, but it should be called out as overblown hyperbole (AKA Fanboyism).
by zhimbo on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 06:53:01 AM PDT
Although to be honest, although those are all good Dems 6 that have done good work, and several are Dems that I would be proud to have as my President, none of them come close to possessing the amazing charisma and power to move peoples' hearts that Barack Obama has.
by El Yoss on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 07:57:57 AM PDT
get involved with politics or show any interest in researching the various candidates to make an informed decision - the politicians are perceived to be anything but genuine and decent.
People with hatred in their hearts never live up to their full potential. It's very sad.
by Nelsons on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 08:28:47 AM PDT
and I know them to be awesome progressives; but I don't know them in as much close up as Obama.
Some politically very kickass people I've known have been personally "maladjusted" for a lot of different gender/race/class/upbringing/personality reasons ... not true that personal integrity and good politics always go together ;)
(I did live in Wisconsin for years -- Feingold is a decent and genuine person; sorry for forgetting.)
So please don't get angry -- as Obama says as I too get older, anger is congruent with loss of control and not necessarily righteousness. We are on the same team.
by Bronxist on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 04:39:25 AM PDT
he was about as real and for the middle and lower class as they ever came.
by i love coffee on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 04:30:13 AM PDT
He is a hero of mine for the positions he took. But don't know him well enough to say that he was decent and full of personal integrity.
Do tell if you know any personal anecdotes!
by Bronxist on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 04:41:56 AM PDT
... round here, we breed presidential candidates that way.
You want me to vote for someone, stop talking about decency. Politics ain't a decent sport, and it's mostly fixed anyhow.
Tell me how COMPROMISE will defeat BLACKMAIL. Stakes are higher in Washington.
Jesus ain't comin', go ahead and put the Nukes back now.
by RisingTide on Thu Jan 03, 2008 at 08:36:35 AM PDT
wide narrow
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