It's February 11... 4:42 p.m.
Hilary Clinton is exactly 27 delegates ahead of Barack Obama. It's not that many, considering the fact that the winning candidate must obtain 2,025 delegate votes and Hilary currently has 1,148 delegates.
It's mind-boggling to watch these two candidates struggle, drown, and re-surface in this campaign. Okay... so maybe I'm being a little dramatic. Still, you've gotta admit--both Barack and Hilary have class.
Hilary's a feminist, through and through--apparent through her own candidacy. She's evocative of a true Democrat and wants good things for the people. She's for capital punishment though--something on which she and Barack disagree. Hilary draws the older crowd of Democrats, along with plenty of women, to the voting booths.
Then there's the illustrious and ethnic Barack. He's so appealing to minorities; I'm not just saying that. I'm half Hispanic and half Asian, and I have to be honest; I am influenced by Barack's strong sense of unity when it comes to his ethnicity. He's proud of who he is. ...Maybe "proud" isn't the right word. Sometimes it has a negative connotation. He's dynamic. He reflects a young attitude. He may be callow--but in theory, he should be able to learn throughout his presidency, right? He's pulling in a lot of young voters who would probably not have looked twice at the voting booths.
When it comes to our country, I'm a Democrat. When it comes to personal views and beliefs, I'm a Republican in the sense that they are generally conservative. I think I'm going to settle for the title "conservative Democrat."
They do exist. Really. Truly.
I just wanted to get this thought out there: right now, we have to pick between two candidates who have never been preceded in running for president in gender and race. It's too bad that they're running against one another. At the same time, I'm glad that the presidential candidacy pool is beginning to reflect the United State's population.
We're diverse. Yes, there is a majority--but there's a minority, too. Shouldn't the candidacy reflect that?
Who will I vote for? (Actually, who would I vote for--I miss voting by a month!) I don't know. I really don't. Like I said, Barack's personality is very appealing. He seems fresh, creative, and full of ingenuity. But... he's very liberal in many of his views. I don't think I could vote for someone in good conscience who supports abortion.
Hilary is "pro-choice," too. It's a neutral term for something not-so-neutral. But she isn't as extreme as Barack. At the same time, she lacks a personality. I can't relate to her. I can't see why she has to be so edgy and defensive when it comes to answering questions. I just want to know where she stands!
Well, I guess that leaves the Republicans. And who's left? Basically McCain and Huckabee. Will Huckabee ever recover from being so far behind? Possibly. It's definitely been done before. But could you take Mr. President seriously if his last name was Huckabee? Ok. I admit it. That was a low cut. However much I'll be ostracized by my friends, Huckabee is looking like a reasonable choice.
...And I am honestly scared that John McCain is too old. I know that Ronald Reagan was approximately the same age when he was elected--but I need to see McCain's medical records before I'm happy. He better have a McDonald's free appetite and healthy heart, brain and appendages before he's hired. I don't want to elect a president who's going to die weeks after his induction. I don't mean to be harsh, but...
So now you see what kind of a dilemma I'm in.
What do you think about it all?
Wow, this was really good! It's pretty obvious I'm for Barack, mostly in part of because I believe him and his "change" attitude. The way I see it, he should not be denied the position simply because he isn't "ready." He's right for the job, and maybe his inexperience will help him handle the presidency in a way no "experienced" politician could.
And, I agree with you on being a conservative Democrat; it's more than possible. Personally, I'm a republican on many issues, but politically, I'm almost completely a Democrat. You're not alone!!
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Thanks Abby!
Abby, what is it about Senator Obama and his change that you like? I read his book and I've heard him talk how he wants to get along with people, etc. In his book, he recalled an incident at a breakfast/brunch (?) where those new to Washington were supposed to get to meet the President. Well, Senator Obama took pride in the fact that he was more interested in eating than meeting the President. President Bush had to call him over to meet Mrs. Bush. His behavior and attitude are not of a person who wants to get along with people, work with others, bring about change. He was rude and very unprofessional for someone who says he can work with others who have different opinions. I believe he puts on a good appearance but that he will be unable to put anything into action. He's in over his head.
Well, I respect your opinion, although I can't agree. I also read his book, and I found it some of the most well-written literature I've read in quite awhile. In the Washington incident, I don't think he was more interested in eating his food than in the President, maybe it was just his moment of reflection. He eventually engaged in conversation with the president. Those three pages of the book should not be overshadowed by the others that speak of just reaching across the aisle and engaging with someone a different party. That's why I believe in Barack--I think he can at least respect the opinions of the other party and break those lines of partisanship that have grown so strong.