Courting the SportsCenter vote

This could end like a MLK story?

WASHINGTON—Two white supremacists allegedly plotted to go on a national killing spree, shooting and decapitating black people and ultimately targeting Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama, federal authorities said Monday.

obama is the man and will be the best president in modern history

I don't care if Obama wears a Steelers, Sox or Patriots uniform for a photo op -- this male sports fan won't ever vote for an african for president of the United States.

I think you mean 'African-American', JohnL. His father was Kenyan and his mother was an American of white ancestry. I guess that just makes you a bigot.

What does he mean by "my faith in the american people is now vindicated????
What is that supposed to imply? I have never lost faith in the American people until now...democrats so desperate they would elect someone who is non-patriotic, criticizes the constitution, and is blantantly divisive with comments like these!
Yes America, please choose wisely on Nov.4th- if there is an Obama presidency we will all be paying the price and getting back alot of change.

John L.

Why don't you join those skinheads in Tenn. that were arrested earlier, you racist pig...

This white man can't wait for Obama, a proud American of immigrant ancestry like so many of us, to win this election. The world will learn that America is the place where intelligence and ability triumph over bigotry and parochialism.

why? whAT'S WRONG WITH aFRICANS?

He was also a White Sox fan while in Chicago, a Tampa Bay fan while in Florida, a Phillies fan while in PA. This man we do or say anything for a vote. Actually, he will do anything to register a voter, even if it's Mickey Mouse. Just ask the people that work for ACORN.
Obam has said he doesn't believe in the Constitution. He agrees with black theology, which preaches hatred toward whites. He has been friendly with anti-American activists, anti-semite racists, and other hate mongers. Yet, the self proclaimed tolerant people are the one's that are beeing fooled by his message of "hope" and "change" . They should be disgusted by his past. I don't get it.

Hey, John L: Obama's an American, not an African, bonehead.

Your ignorance is shameful John L.

Yeah! Obama has a Steelers' jersey! I'll vote for him! No wait, McCain is wearing a Steelers' jersey AND a Pirates' hat. I'm switching to him! No wait...

John L.
your comments read: "I don't care if Obama wears a Steelers, Sox or Patriots uniform for a photo op--this male sports fan won't ever vote for an african for president of the United States."

Though being an african-american, i agree with you !00% simply because the United States constitution will not allow same. Go back to kindergarden and learn that you MUST be an american to run for President of the United States. STUPIDDoes it really matter if you are black or white? STUPID!!! Thank God you are in the MINORITY. God bless America!

STUPID!!!

Can we all agree that what John L. so clearly says here is actually what the McCain camp has been aiming for through their many and varied attempts to slime Senator Obama. John, you're probably not a very smart guy, and definitely not a good guy, but you're hit on a major theme.
One of the major sideshows to this election is the outing of disgusting, racist attitudes such as the one you espouse here. News Flash to McCain and his race-baiting minions: African Americans were the victims of slavery, not the perpetrators. Second News Flash: the color of someone's skin has nothing to do with their ability to govern. Good luck to Senator Obama.

John L you should join the KKK. Obama will become the next President and be gazillion times better than any white man. There's no one to blame but yourselves now that minorities have a say. Maybe it's time for you to go back to Europe or wherever.

covering yourself in glory there john l.
welcome to the 21st century captain caveman

Ahh Racism.

I agree with John L.: it's wiser to stick with white, fourth-generation twits like McCain. So what if his war-time comrades thought he was dumb and dangerous? At least he's got a pale face.

There it is right from John L. "I won't ever vote for an african American.."
Nobody cares who is the right person for the job (I'm not saying who is here)
just the "I won't"
May we live in interesting times.

And that's why, John L., yours is the Party of the Past. May it rest in peace.

John L
Are you proud of being in the age of enlightenment? From "the Hub of the Universe"? "Athens of America"?

This is the type of BS that drove me away from Boston!

John L, should Obama use a seperate water cooler too? You racist punk!

It is a sad state of affairs when a "male sports fan" states he won't ever vote for an "African" for president of the United States. Sad when he is inaccurate for Obama is an AMERICAN and both white and black. Sad to be so prejudiced and unchanging in his opinion. Sad when he does not realize that this country needs a president with a calm cool demeanor, not a "maverick" with a hair trigger temper.

well the Rooneys already sold out the fans, the team and western PA by selecting an inexperienced, unqualified, untalented, uninspiring mentally deficient black head coach, why not go for Mao-bama?

figures, irish know how to work the welfare state for all it's worth.

Sure I'd vote for an African-AMERICAN, someone born in this country and sharing our values. It's great that some people can come here legally, make a life, and become an American, like David Ortiz or somebody. I got nothing but respect for them.

But OBAMA isn't a citizen, and is about to pull of the greatest fraud in history, electing a African-NON-American to the highest post in the land! If he shows me a birth certificate, then he might get my vote, but he doesn't have a birth certificate, except the one from Africa -- NOT a citizen, go read our constitution! Don't be fooled by his clothes.

Don't get your expectaions too high for Obama. Winning an election doesn't make you good. THis guy is smoke and mirrors. Does this make me a racist klansman idiot bigot?

speaking of obama and sports, did you know he dropped 8 of 10 from downtown during a game of HORSE with the troops in kuwait?

I just can't believe how fooled everyone is by this man. As a steeler fan I am ashamed that he has one of those jerseys. And its not because he is an african-american. It is because he is a socialist. He wants to take our guns, give away my hard earned money to people who do not deserve it and appoint judges that will judge purely on emotion not on laws and evidence. It would be a great shame if this man would be elected.

John L you are a racist, bigotted PIG! Your children will turn out the same unless they run away from home. McCain lost more planes than Osama. He finished nearly dead last in a class of 699. His wife stole drugs through her charity. McCain led a training squadron which is one step up from a ROTC member in high school. He has an uncontrollable temper and doesn't even know how many houses he has. He cheated on his first wife, was a part of the Keating scandal and he is a liar and an embarrassment to our country. Palin is just a plain IDIOT!!

I just can't believe how fooled everyone is by this man. As a steeler fan I am ashamed that he has one of those jerseys. And its not because he is an african-american. It is because he is a socialist. He wants to take our guns, give away my hard earned money to people who do not deserve it and appoint judges that will judge purely on emotion not on laws and evidence. It would be a great shame if this man would be elected.

Wow, Rooney, I am utterly ashamed to be called a Steeler Fan at this point.

Don't put JohnL in the same category as other Republicans. The color of the candidate's skin makes no difference to me. Neither does the color of his football jersey. I am a die-hard Steelers fan, yet I would never vote for Obama. I actually can't believe that Dems say that the GOP are using the "race" card. If anyone is using race, it's Obama. It's a shame that people are voting for him based solely on the fact that he is black.

No doubt about it -- John Lewis hit the nail on the head.

I can't believe how many racist, biggoted morons there are still left in America. On the other hand, yes I can. Some responses are so incredulous I am ashamed you idiots live in my country. There is NO PLACE IN SOCIETY for that kind of thinking and behavior. John L. and Tommy L. are a disgrace to our country and all it stands for. They are ignorant, pathetic sub human beings. Stay in your hole because society doesn't want you!!!!

Come to think of it, it's real appropriate Obama is wearing a STEALERS jersey, since he's going to STEEL the election. To bad he couldn't be caught dead in a PATRIOTS jersey. Don't be fooled by Barack HUSSEIN Obama.

John L,
If you learned how to spell it would be a godsend. It would be STEAL, not STEEL moron. I think you need to read the Constitution. His mother is an AMERICAN and he was born in AMERICA. This means he is an American citizen. And as far as his middle name goes, Hussien is as common as John in the US. Too bad the man's mother was proud of his heritage. I, too, am proud of my heritage as is all of my family. If I have a name decending from German heritage does that mean I'm a Nazi Skin head? If I have a Russian name, does that mean I'm a Soviet? Or an Italian name, does that mean I'm a fascist? You are a racist and a biggot and cannot see beyond a man's skin color, which is sad in today's, allegedly, enlightened world of equality. Please go educate yourself.

Tommy L,
Stop using the "He's going to take away our guns" argument because its been played before and false. There would have to be constitutional amendment to overturn the 2nd amendment and that will never happen. If you're talking with sentiments to a possible assult weapons ban, I'm 100% for it. You do not need a full automatic AK-47 or M-16 to hunt deer or small game. You're other points about 'being a socialist" are moot. When you pay taxes, they go to fund social programs in this country which are needed. Plus, I feel universal healthcare should be an entitlement, not a luxury only enjoyed by the rich. Sorry if you don't feel that way.

WOW!!! Democrat all the way. It’s astonishing I only thought the media could twist words around. You would be glad to know that I am an African American father with two daughters. I do live in Pittsburgh. Fortunately I grew up with a good family and a good community and don’t see the color of a person’s skin as an issue. Unlike some people I am not racist. Is it possible that the whole Democratic Party is the prejudice because they keep bringing up the race factor? I am ashamed of people like you in this country. If you like socialism so much I would suggest moving to France.

Race IS a factor in this election. The only way Obama will win is because of his race, not because of his qualifications. Sad, very sad. Yes, I agree that we are ready for a minority as president, but Obama is more than just unqualified...he is downright scary! It should not be about the color of a man's skin, but rather his stance on the important issues: "wealth redistrubution" ie. socialism (this covers so many other issues in itself); national security; gun control; immigration; finance crisis; and the most important of all ABORTION. All of these are issues that Obama is dead wrong about, which is why I can only describe him as Scary. I also am very willing to admit that I strongly disagree with many decisions made by George W. and I disagree with McCain even more, but they stand on the correct moral side of most of the important issues. The biggest problem with Obama supporters is that they are so blinded by all the hype from Obama and the radically liberal media that they can't even admit when Obama is wrong about anything, even when the cold hard facts have been presented. I'm not thrilled with having to vote for McCain, but at this point, he is grossly the lesser of two evils. Everyone, please take the time to research the facts on both sides and make an educated decision. If Obama is elected, we really are in for CHANGE. That's what scares me the most, because the change he stands for will ruin this country. If you want a black president that bad, don't ruin it by electing Obama. Wait 4 years and put up a black person, male or female who is actually qualified and stands for what we believe in...I WILL vote for that person, democrat, republican or independent.

"Wait 4 years and put up a black person, male or female who is actually qualified and stands for what we believe in...I WILL vote for that person, democrat, republican or independent."

JASON FRAZIER, who is this "we" you refer to? You need to speak for yourself!

I am so ready for November 4th...I'll be sitting on my couch laughing the entire time as I watch Obama win this election.

I agree with you Jason. You can speak for me. I am very scared as well.