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Originally Posted by SuzeQuze
What about black women, I wonder? Are they behind Obama or Hilary? I'm not behind Hilary just because she is a woman, she frankly isn't progressive enough for me. But I agree with strand that even Obama probably will not get much achieved, like health care and such, in office because of the way the machine is set up. I hope he can prove me wrong.
I don't know why people in this country are so hell bent against any social programs as if they are evil. I think that is actually pretty sick. The whole "tax and spend" talking point bears no weight for me either. Because right now we have spend and spend. We just need someone very different in power and of course a dem. And we need to keep and strengthen the dem majority in congress. Although when one party has all the power it can be scary. I hope they use it wisely when they get it.
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Well he got most of the black women vote in South Carolina...and crossed race lines...getting a substantial showing among white voters as well. I think it's just as insulting to vote for him solely on race as it would be to vote for Hillary because she's a woman.
He may not be able to change much - but I like his message, he's inspiring people in a way that has not been done in years and it's beautiful and refreshing to me.
Can you imagine if Hillary got the nom and won (which it's unlikely she could win imo) - here's the breakdown of the presidency: Bush Clinton Clinton Bush Bush Clinton. No. Thank. You. A change in IS needed badly - and call me a fool if you want to - but I believe Obama can bring about change. Maybe not Earth shattering fast change - but I think he's a way forward. I'm not saying Hillary wouldn't represent a way forward - but I just don't think she's electable.