As a long time Obama supporter I have become more and more convinced Senator Obama has chosen Senator Clinton as his running mate. In fact as I've stated before in a past diary I believe he decided on her a long time ago.
Senator Clinton brings everything you would want. Number one in her favor are VOTES. We would win in a landslide and imagine the excitement on the part of Clinton supporters. People sometimes say the Clintons represent the past. Choosing the first woman to be vice president of the United States represents CHANGE and EVOLUTION. It shows everyone a woman is qualified to be vice president and President. It shows every boy and girl what is possible and that "glass ceilings" are meant to be shattered. Just by choosing Senator Clinton, President Obama would always be remembered for choosing the first female Vice President of the United States. Looking at Senator Clinton's legacy we can see how she has earned this opportunity. What about Bill? Senator Obama has already stated he will use the former President. The upside of having Bill Clinton to send around the world far out weighs any downside. By choosing Senator Clinton you get an enthusiastic former President who can accomplish so much more than he has in the past. Finally who can compete with Senator Clinton for the Vice Presidency? Senator Clinton would be a great political move but more importantly the best man for this job is a woman and that woman is Senator Clinton. That's why it's a Dream team.
Old Guard/New guard, Black/White. Male/Female, Left/Right Clearly the Republican party have tried to instill division. We have all experiensed this at times on this site. But they have received a lot of help from us. We all have "Deal Breakers" issues that we will not compromise on and this is where the Republicans seem to be different, they will do anything to win. It seems to be part of the Democratic profile that we would rather win the "battle" than the "war". An Obama administration
has so much upside and of course a McCain administration would be unthinkable. But with our "help" we can make a McCain administration a reality. Imagine if we gave McCain four years. Your deal breaker may be different from mine which is why supporting McCain is the ultimate deal breaker. This is one deal breaker we can all agree on. Our candidate Senator Obama is doing a great job for a young "inexperienced" candidate. The Republicans are hammering him. PUMA is angry, Jessie Jackson is jealous. I don't believe we have a problem with diverse views or holding Obama's "feet to the fire" We do have a problem with being proud and supportive of a candidate who could grow with our help into one of our best Presidents. Let's welcome debate but let's defend our candidate at every turn because we have so much to LOSE.
Why do I have this nagging feeling that Senator Obama has already chosen his running mate? I also have the feeling he will surprise us. Adding those two feelings that I can't back up at all. I will make a prediction Senator Obama will choose Senator Clinton. Senator Obama has always said he likes to surround himself with people who have strong even opposing views. Senator Clinton is definitely strong and of course has so much to offer.
I know some of you will say the Clintons have too much "baggage"
but I don't think that would scare Obama off. I personally like Edwards better but Senator Clinton would guarantee a stronger win. I know it's just speculation but I'm sure he decided his running mate a long time ago. Choosing Senator Clinton would surprise a great many people and the down side? We would have nothing to fight about anymore. Well at least for a few minutes.
Has Obama already chosen his running mate?
Senator Obama has said he would consider his first term a failure
if all troops were not withdrawn from Iraq, if health care was not affordable for all, and if the Economy was still in recession. Personally if he was to accomplish even the first two I would be satisfied. Creating an affordable health care system for all would be significant. Ending the Iraq war would save American lives and billions of dollars that could be used in other areas such as taking care of our wounded troops for the rest of their lives, Education, Foreign aid, and the list goes on. My question to you is what would satisfy you? What does President Obama have to accomplish to be rewarded with a second term? We disagree on many issues, even candidates, but we all have issues that mean something to us. I'm very curious to know what others believe to be their TOP issues. What would satisfy you and what would exceed your expectations? As you all know I love our candidate but once he is elected I will pressure him in any way I can. This is what a lot of people don't seem to understand, the people with the highest of hopes will demand the most of our president. No free rides from me, I demand results and I personally believe he will deliver. He needs our support and he needs to know what is important to us in order to lead effectively. I have never considered Senator Obama perfect or a God I consider him an intelligent man who sincerely wants to make America better.
"We could have won the Vietnam war we just lost our will to fight" (John McCain)
About 60,000 Americans were killed during the Vietnam war and 300,000 Americans were wounded.
The number of Vietnamese killed and wounded runs into the millions.
The Vietnamese are still suffering the effects of Agent Orange and the land mines that blow off their limbs to this day.
Billions of Tears and Broken hearts.
And yet Senator McCain says we could have won if only we hadn't lost our will to fight. Does anyone doubt that Senator McCain would be willing to attack Iran at the drop of a hat?
Under McCain how long would we be stationed in Iraq?
I get the feeling Senator McCain is not afraid of War at all. In my opinion under a McCain adminstration we could slip into world War 3 as quickly as you can say stubborn old man. Senator McCain gives "experience" a bad name. This wouldn't just be a third bush term. McCain would leave his "mark" and you can bet American blood would spill. If you think Bush has been bad wait until McCain takes office. Bush will look like a pacifist in comparison to where McCain will take us. To those of you who consider Senator McCain an option I ask you to consider who will pay the ultimate price for your vote and for what? I know one thing for sure, McCain will never lose his will to Fight! Joe Conason's report at realclear politics or Salon has more on this
While we were debating amongst ourselves Senator Clinton was working her heart out to ensure our troops come home, that Health care is available,and all the other benefits an Obama Presidency would bring. Meanwhile McCain and his Rovian "proteges" are preparing to stop all this. They are not interested in ending the war without "victory" They won't change
health care except for making sure you can't choose to have an abortion, yet we are talking on Mydd about how Hiliary must be taking great pleasure in Obama being scrutinized. While others are insinuating without a trace of evidence that Obama suporters are shutting down pro Obama blogs that dare to question his actions. If this was the case MYdd would be the first to be shut down. While other diaries imply he might be an anti abortionist. The latest "Talking Points" by McCain focus on you can't believe a word Obama says he's a "typical politician" that treated Senator Clinton unfairly and who won't end the war. The Republicans would love to instill division within our party and of course this is their strategy. This is why I admire Senator Clinton so much she has her eyes on the prize. For her changing America far outweighs any personal goals. Let's keep debating the issues but let's not forget Rove, McCain, Bush and the America they have created.
I don't know what happened this weekend but there were so many Great diaries this is not one of them and it isn't meant to be.
But as someone mentioned in their wonderful diary this is our moment!(MMR2) We have the opportunity to change the planet for the better. Another diary talked about the North Pole and how it could be a lake by September. These are important issues that we can effect positively. Other diaries reached out to thoses still bruised by the primaries. Of course the war and photos of our soldiers was the most reccomended diary. Then we had a few diaries actually praising and supporting our nominee. This was a dream weekend for me because I always thought that this was a place to exchange and challenge ideas for the purpose of making it better for everyone. Thank you for taking the time to lift us all up. We have a lot of work to do until November and even more after January 20th P.S. No comments are required. Thank you Mydd
The Trolls are working well together these days. One writes the diary and another is the first to comment. Of course they all have something in common Obama is my guy BUT............When will McCain supporters realize they are on the wrong side of history. Senator Obama and Senator Clinton are leading us out of this nightmare. Independents, Democrats, and even a few Republicans understand that Senator McCain is no different from President Bush except McCain's history of sexism. While our Soldiers are getting killed and thousands wounded physically and mentally the trolls are at work. How you can be doing this while so many people are suffering is beyond me. I would ask sincerly to consider all the people suffering because of the last eight years and what a 3rd term would mean to those who put their LIVES on the line every day to help others. McCain Trolls not supporters should really look in the mirror and ask themselves. Is this the best I can do with my life?
