Well Obama has my vote! And no not because of the celebs that’s supporting him. But because to me he means change. I can clearly understand his campaign and what it means and what he stands for. He has accomplished so much in his life. Like becoming the first African American president of the Harvard Law Review, becoming the third to be elected U.S. Senate since Reconstruction, giving people in his state tax cuts that were over one hundred million total. After graduating from college, he put law school on hold and became a community organizer. I could care less that all these celebs are supporting him. I’m voting for Barack because whenever he speaks I listen. Because I believe not only in him but his ability to change the America so we can FINALLy be UNITED! Because he knows how it feels to struggle being that he was raised by a single parent. Because he is family oriented. So dont mock him because he can speak the perfect speech, because I think he made it clear that they are not JUST WORDS! My comment was not directed towards any one person for the record!

Thanks CBB! Usually Ron Paul supporters get censored or mocked. Not by you guys though because you’re GREAT!

Thanks for posting this. Freedom of speech is wonderful isn’t it!?

Now it’s my turn to speak.

Simply put, I really feel Obama is not right for the job. For one, he wants free college for all B average (and above) students. Um… who’s going to pay for that? And can you imagine all the pressure that will be put on teachers and all the ticked off parents? Nice idea but not thought out. He’s just to liberal for me. But I realize people have the right to disagree with me. He’s a great speaker, he should have been a minister. I want to vote for a leader not just a charismatic speaker.

Hillary: Oh man, free universal health care?! Again, nice idea but we CAN’T afford that! I want to get out of Iraq like she does but she’s a “big government” supporter and I can’t agree with that. The government already has too much power.

McCain: In Iraq for 100 years? No thanks.
He’s pro amnesty for illegal immigrants. Why should I have to pay taxes if they don’t have to? You want to live here that’s GREAT but pay taxes and follow rules like the rest of us. He’s pro National ID and voted against the 2nd amendment.

Ron Paul: He’s pro-life, pro small government, against illegal immigration against the national ID card in the only candidate who’s not a member of the CFR and wants out of Iraq. He’s the whole package. That’s why my vote went to him at my caucus and he won our county. Also, he’s gotten more donations from our military than any other candidate. That says something about the man. I have to support our troops and vote with them. Ron Paul 2008.

Here’s a quick reference on the candidates and the issues:

http://2decide.com/table.htm

If we truly do have the freedom of speech lets see if my comments get posted intact!
I love this site by the way!

Raelene

Very well said Danielle.

I am really torn between the two democratic candidates. I really like Obama, but I like Hillary because of her stance on a mandatory health care system (that is an issue that is really affecting my family right now.)

Thank you for posting this I like to see peoples opinions about the candidates. This video was very moving.

I have to say that I was moved by the video. My professor sent to me, and it was the first time that I saw it.

To those who deem Sen. Obama to be some sort of celebrity chaser, I’d like to say that in this country, we sometimes forget that celebrities are people too. They have every right to be invlved as an American citizen in this grand process as anyone. Therefore, if they choose to stand behind Senator Obama, that is their choice. They are no different from myself and the thousands of volunteers around the country out everyday educating and reaching out to voters.

I can not tell you how many people from differing political background are inspired by the Senator and what he stands for. In a time of uncertainity, fear, and downright hopelessness; Senator Obama offers hope. He offers a window into possibilities.

I am uplifted when I stand alongside a registered Republican or an Independent or a man/woman/single/married/straight/gay/black/latino/asian/whatever. We stand together in unity, finding that our differences are what make this country great.

I am responding because I feel that many have missed the point. This video was created by artists who happen to be blessed with a certain level of fame. They are people similar to you and I. They should be applauded for doing what so few are willing to do: get involved.

thanks for your obama endorsement, danielle. smart, articulate, well-reasoned, not just about his personality, but about his position.

Joy – you got the point! Thank you for converting my words in comprehensible speech.

(And thanks to CBB for publishing it. I thought it would be censored as it has happened to me before.)

As a non-American living overseas and following the campaigns, I find it very uplifting that a Candidate can inspire American to action wether you support him or not.

I watched the Yes I can song and feel moved. Its not about the campaign or the politics but purely about the power of that speech to inspire and motivate. I appreciate the song for what it is; An acknowledge of an event that moved the artist and his way of say thank you for the inspiration.

Not endorsements. No politics. Just Inspiration.

LOL! There have to be parodies of that soon! Good God.

Let it be known that freedom of speech works both ways. Some people here are complaining about the people who dont care for Obama or the people who are not liking the political issue posted on this site. I’m not sure why they are ignoring the good old “if you dont like it, dont keep reading” idea, but to each his own. I’m sure the article was posted so people could discuss, as is the way of the message board here, and if it was for other reasons (which I doubt) then I have to politely ignore that.

I dont know why when it comes to politics, people act like others are insulting a family member when others poopoo that candidate. Everyone has to be right, and everyone has to try to be the loudest endorser. (sigh and shrug)

And now back to assuming I know what J-Lo’s babies sexes and names will be.