http://capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20081029/OPINION/810290325 I'm surprised they did. The Times endorsed Bush x's 2! But this was such a back handed endorsement.
They took no pangs dredging up Wright, Ayers etc... It's unfortunate but all the usual suspects will add their
hate filled comments all day. But they did endorse Obama, and for that I'm grateful.
>McCain has moved to the right in order to satisfy his base, but in doing so, he has moved far away from the candidate so many moderates came to like. Sadly, this is what it takes in today's national politics, but it has undermined who he is.
McCain's selection of Sarah Palin was both symbolic of this pandering and fatal in his judgment. While she energized the GOP base, it is clear she is not ready to be the vice president, never mind president. She is a talented politician and very likely has a promising national future, but she is well out of her depth in this arena.
Yes, Obama's experience is underwhelming as well. However, he has been tested by this campaign and has proven a quick study on foreign policy issues, among other things. He has grown over the two years running for president and has made smart strategic decisions at nearly every turn in the final months of the campaign. There have been times when McCain has appeared agitated during the campaign — that's who he is and it's not fair to criticize his temperament. But he is contrasted with Obama, who has consistently demonstrated a calmness that has helped him appear rock steady at even the most difficult of times. He acts presidential and he projects an image that is easy to envision in the White House.
Finally, one cannot underestimate charisma as a quality of leadership. We saw it in John F. Kennedy, and we see it again in Barack Obama. Just a few months ago, we were a nation simply in need of change. Today, we are one in need of transformation. We are sinking into a malaise and the times demand leadership that can inspire. On this point, Obama's charisma certainly matches McCain's credentials.<
DoogieRat
Member since: 04/24/2007
On October 29, 2008 at 7:41 AM
, DoogieRat said:
It won't be 'socialism' until after comrades Obama.... Pelosis.... and Reid throw free market enterprise under the bus by taxing business and retirement savings to excess to support their 'spread the wealth' agenda.... The only jobs left will be w... Full Message
AJ1812
Member since: 04/25/2007
On October 29, 2008 at 7:37 AM
, AJ1812 said:
For the Times to invoke the name of John F Kennedy in the same breath as Barack Obama makes me want to puke. How little history is learned in the public schools and journalism schools. Kennedy said "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask wh... Full Message
Blue51
Member since: 10/29/2008
On October 29, 2008 at 7:23 AM
, Blue51 said:
Do the right thing,vote for the person who has the best chance to fix our ailing nation...Obama.We have seen John McCain before...and really,who in their right mind wants Sarah Palin anywhere near the white house???? Full Message
ItWasAFumble
Member since: 02/02/2008
On October 29, 2008 at 7:20 AM
, ItWasAFumble said:
Throwing the word "socialism" around does nothing but show the ignorance of Republican puppets who, like lemmings to the sea, are willing to repeat any old buzz word the McCain campaign throws out there. Thank you, CCT, for getting it right this ... Full Message
LouEd
Member since: 10/29/2008
On October 29, 2008 at 7:19 AM
, LouEd said:
"Be careful what you ask for". How true.Yesterday Biden was talking about tax increases for anyone making "$150,000". Obama can't possibly pay for all the promised welfare programs he has presented without raising "YOUR" taxes. It is economic suic... Full Message
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