Schedule as destiny?
For a clear picture of the state of the Democratic race, just look at the candidates' schedules.
Barack Obama -- the finish line in sight, declared the nominee on the new Time magazine cover that says "And the winner is" -- is huddling in Washington today with superdelegates, who could effectively annoint him if a sizable number announce for him. On Friday, he is campaigning in Oregon, where he is favored to win on May 20 -- a victory that very well could put him over the top in the delegate count.
Hillary Clinton -- hoping for a miracle, more and more of her own supporters saying it is impossible for her to win -- is campaigning across the country today. This morning, she's in Charleston, West Virginia, which votes next Tuesday. Then, she's in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, which votes June 3. She ends the day in Central Point, Oregon. On Friday, she is scheduled to hold another event in Oregon, then speaks to the state Democratic Party dinner in Kentucky, which also votes May 20.



I believe that Obama is a natural for President. He will beat McCain as well as Clinton. Why? Because this is America and Obama can offer America what she wants and needs. I think you might say he was born to lead America at this time of crisis. To bring an end to her long trials and fear and to get her back on her way forward. The years of fear mongering and divisive politics, name calling, labeling people with names that segregate them from others, and henous acts and out right lies (covered up by those that should be exposing them), are coming to an end. Americans have had enough and in these elections the people will truly make their power felt.
Those arguing that Obama can't win this collar or that collar, this colour or that colour, this age or that age, this gender or that one. Sorry, everyone's vote is equal and Obama is reaching out to all Americans - each and every one in all States and conditions. He is for them all and will represent them all even those that might not vote for him. He will lead the way that is best for a United (States of) America.
Open minded Americans watching closely can see Obama's intent. More will see it despite many partisans and destructive icons that try to help those that want to keep things business as usual. Look at all the noise that has been made so far about Obama and this will continue. Yet, it has not damaged his standing with voters. I believe the negative politics of character destruction and guilt by association will not work when used against Obama. It is so extreme, it will simply reinforce his message.
And, of course, President Bush and his administration have been blatant and incredibly arrogant and aggressive with character assassination. I think it makes everyone queasy. And it gives pause for thought - what happens if they don't like me? What happens if I need to speak out? Why not vote in someone whose vow is to change the politics and who has grass roots backing to do it. This change in politics won't come easy but it can come if done forcefully with voting power. All it really takes is voting this type of politics, and politicians that practice it, out of office. And putting a President in charge that will carry this mandate out.
I see in Obama a Reaganesque persona - a positive, clear, and truthful vision, strong morals, principled and tenacious leadership. Not to mention grace and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well. It truly is not just words that is going on here.
The American people understand this and can see it now they can't be held hostage to fear by their own political leadership. I believe they will vote Obama, to follow his leadership to restore American principles, morals, and objectives and respect and to take him up on his call to follow the dream of America's founders to go forward and further perfect the state of her union.
I encourage Americans to think seriously about your individual responsibility when voting. It is not a game played with the idea that your candidate must win at all cost. It is about moving America forward based on her founding principles. Keeping her as the shining example of humanity and success in this shrinking world.
Think about it like your life depends on it, and your children's lives and futures depend on it too. Because they do. In both quality and quantity.
Some will try to label what I say here, put a negative spin on it and argue I have an incurrable and blind bias. Well I will say right now that I do have a bias, as should all of you. I am simply pro America, for all Americans including you.
I believe Americans of all kinds will push America back to seeking and following truth, justice, and the true American dream. I believe they will also push her forward to greater unity. And, if there is any form of intolerance it will be for intolerance.
Americans will not stop until she truly leads the world once again. And, I think there is no better place to start than with Obama.
I believe that Obama is a natural for President. He will beat McCain as well as Clinton. Why? Because this is America and Obama can offer America what she wants and needs. I think you might say he was born to lead America at this time of crisis. To bring an end to her long trials and fear and to get her back on her way forward. The years of fear mongering and divisive politics, name calling, labeling people with names that segregate them from others, and henous acts and out right lies (covered up by those that should be exposing them), are coming to an end. Americans have had enough and in these elections the people will truly make their power felt.
Those arguing that Obama can't win this collar or that collar, this colour or that colour, this age or that age, this gender or that one. Sorry, everyone's vote is equal and Obama is reaching out to all Americans - each and every one in all States and conditions. He is for them all and will represent them all even those that might not vote for him. He will lead the way that is best for a United (States of) America.
Open minded Americans watching closely can see Obama's intent. More will see it despite many partisans and destructive icons that try to help those that want to keep things business as usual. Look at all the noise that has been made so far about Obama and this will continue. Yet, it has not damaged his standing with voters. I believe the negative politics of character destruction and guilt by association will not work when used against Obama. It is so extreme, it will simply reinforce his message.
And, of course, President Bush and his administration have been blatant and incredibly arrogant and aggressive with character assassination. I think it makes everyone queasy. And it gives pause for thought - what happens if they don't like me? What happens if I need to speak out? Why not vote in someone whose vow is to change the politics and who has grass roots backing to do it. This change in politics won't come easy but it can come if done forcefully with voting power. All it really takes is voting this type of politics, and politicians that practice it, out of office. And putting a President in charge that will carry this mandate out.
I see in Obama a Reaganesque persona - a positive, clear, and truthful vision, strong morals, principled and tenacious leadership. Not to mention grace and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well. It truly is not just words that is going on here.
The American people understand this and can see it now they can't be held hostage to fear by their own political leadership. I believe they will vote Obama, to follow his leadership to restore American principles, morals, and objectives and respect and to take him up on his call to follow the dream of America's founders to go forward and further perfect the state of her union.
I encourage Americans to think seriously about your individual responsibility when voting. It is not a game played with the idea that your candidate must win at all cost. It is about moving America forward based on her founding principles. Keeping her as the shining example of humanity and success in this shrinking world.
Think about it like your life depends on it, and your children's lives and futures depend on it too. Because they do. In both quality and quantity.
Some will try to label what I say here, put a negative spin on it and argue I have an incurrable and blind bias. Well I will say right now that I do have a bias, as should all of you. I am simply pro America, for all Americans including you.
I believe Americans of all kinds will push America back to seeking and following truth, justice, and the true American dream. I believe they will also push her forward to greater unity. And, if there is any form of intolerance it will be for intolerance.
Americans will not stop until she truly leads the world once again. And, I think there is no better place to start than with Obama.
Oregon votes by mail - you can go to a polling station May 20, but many if not most of the voters will already have voted.
You might want to learn more about that ... maybe explore how it changes the dynamic of the contest.
Obama is used as a messenger boy for some few politician with selfserving agenda and Time Magazine is turning their back to Hilliary Clinton.I know a developed country where people use newspaper and magazines in place of tissues.
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