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Friday, Sept. 14, 2012 | 2 a.m.
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After President Barack Obama took office, two influential Republicans made statements to show the world that the Republican Party had no intent to cooperate with him in solving problems and putting the country back on the right track. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell stated his party’s top priority was to deny the president a second term — not to fix the country’s problems. Thus came minimum cooperation and continual obstruction of the bills introduced by the president and of his policies. Rush Limbaugh made it very clear when he said, “I hope he fails.” Didn’t these two realize that if the president fails the country fails, or did they even care?
Kenneth,
Excellent letter. Thank you for writing this letter.
Right after Obama took office he told Republicans they were the enemy and their ideas were rejected because as Obama said "I Won"
Today Obama is trying to keep Romney from taking the Presidency.
Obama calls Romney the enemy, a felon, unpatriotic, Murder
Obama stated his party's top priority was to deny Romney a first term -- not to fix the country's problems
"Didn't these two realize that if the president fails the country fails, or did they even care?"
Answer: Apparently not!
Letter writer is wrong. President Obama as the leader must forge alliances within his party and the opposition to move the country forward. His power of persuasion is the issue not the republicans. He failed. And after the mid term shellacking of 2010, in which the American voters kicked out democrats in favor of republicans, what did President Obama do? Doubled down and moved more to the extreme left. President should have taken a lesson from former President Clinton and moved to the center. Apparently President Obama doesn't know his political history or more sadly didn't care.
CarmineD
It is over, Romeny will lose. Even FOX has OBAMA winning.
MOST OF US CAN RELATE TO GEORGE W. BUSH AND BARACK OBAMA
No matter what career field we have each chosen, many of us at one time or another have been faced with a boss who has confronted us and said, "I need you to takeover this position and turn around things around."
Didn't we all think at the time that this would be our opportunity to prove to ourselves the resolve and worthiness that we have as individuals? Then, once we took the position, we discovered that we were in the midst of a chaotic firestorm where there was no real end in sight. Haven't we all privately regretted taking the job that poses seemingly impossible solutions, but refused to give up, and carried on the duties giving our absolute "heart-n-soul" to make things right through change? Of course we have. This is a big part of what makes each American special. This applies to the majority of our Presidents, as well.
I remember the look on President Bush's face when he was in that classroom of children when his aides notified him of the 911 terrorists attacks. I saw the same look on President Obama's face when he came to the microphone to address the terrorist attacks on our Embassy's in the Middle East. For myself, I can never forget my expressions of both hurt and anger that I would have to do my best in concealing publicly when I have received news related to my occupation that was just devastating. I'm sure we have all been there.
However, we have all had to go on with our quest for change. It becomes more difficult as the stakes rise, the opposition to change intensifies, and the scrutiny we face borders on, or would cross over into the intolerable. We all know we must see it all through to the end. However, to have this quest cut short is the absolute worst that can happen to any of us. As well, this includes our Presidents.
We have our triumphs and successes in effectuating change. But, for sure, we all have had our downfalls and shortcomings in the promises that we have made in promising a more positive transformation. But, all along, our hearts have been in the right place. I think President Obama more than well deserves to be reelected. Politics aside, Mr. Obama is no different than George W. Bush and many of us Americans who have gone through this same type of ordeal.
The day my time was up as both a United States Marine, and a Peace Officer, I cherished my successes in making change, and was disappointed in myself in areas where I failed to do so. As Americans, most of us have this in common.
A Republican presidency may be right for change in the country. But, not now. To take President Obama out of the Oval Office for a second term would be wrong. His heart has always been in the right place. He, like the rest of us, deserves to complete his best efforts to effectuate the changes in America that he initially promised.
Kenneth,
Now, I am up and would like to, once again, thank you for your excellent letter. I completely agree with you.
If you are reading the comments, just ignore the negative comments; dismiss and ignore them as they do not matter.
If you see a comment that you believe is offensive, just FLAG the comment; using the RED button.
Thank you again for your letter.
Oops, another one of my many shortcomings, in paragraph one I meant to write, "I need you to takeover this position and turn things around."
"After President Barack Obama took office, two influential Republicans made statements to show the world that the Republican Party had no intent to cooperate with him in solving problems and putting the country back on the right track."
Reed -- you seem to be clueless about how this republic works. One of the fundamentals is the checks and balances in the Separate Powers Doctrine -- three branches of government equal in power to the others. The purpose was to prevent a tyranny of, say, a dictator. So McConnell was right.
No one We the people elect can take office without swearing an oath of office, each one's promise to each of us to support, defend, etc., the Constitution. That would make faithfulness to our republic's organic law the priority over getting along with another politician.
"Letter writer is wrong. President Obama as the leader must forge alliances within his party and the opposition to move the country forward. . . . .Apparently President Obama doesn't know his political history or more sadly didn't care."
CarmineD -- you seemed to miss that about separate powers, too. No president is this country's "leader" for the reasons posted above. That would make him an autocrat. Yeah, could maybe just be a difference in semantics.
"We have long since made clear that a state of war is not a blank check . . . when it comes to the rights of th[is] Nation's citizens" -- Hamdi v. Rumsfeld, 542 U. S. 507, 536 (2004)
I refuse to back a commie president. Obama is a liar and a traitor. Vote Romney to straighten out the country AND the world.
The following are my opinions:
I believe that the Republican Party created a calculated tactical plan to ensure that President Barack Obama was a one-term president. From the beginning, the Republican Party set up roadblocks at every turn to ensure their plan was a success and that the president would fail and ever juncture. That is apparently how they earned the name "Obstructionist Party" or the "Party of No". The Republican Party turned their backs on the American People when we needed them the most. President Obama continually tried for forge alliances and reach a comprise with the opposition, but was hailed with NO. It is difficult to comprise with any group when the entire group says, "NO".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pq4eeyVr_... Gotta love this
The Republican Party plan did not focus on jobs, jobs, jobs as they promised the American People. The Republican Party plan did not address and/or establish plans to improve the economy as they promised the American People. They had their chance and they failed the American People! They did not live up to their promises! Sadly, the Republican Party still has not demonstrated that they care about the American People. The Republican Party has broken their promises to the American People. So, why would we believe the Promises they are making today?
OBAMA/BIDEN 2012
Oops, I probably should have said turn on the sound:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pq4eeyVr_...... Gotta love this
The following are my opinions:
Perhaps, Willard should zip it before he starts a war!!!
The Republican Party did focus on women's healthcare issues, women's preventative care, and light bulbs, but no jobs, jobs, jobs as they promised the American People. The Republican Party has shown us they know how to say NO, NO, NO, and No to the American People who were depending on them to create jobs. The Republican Party has shown us that they can come together and obstruct like no one else.
When the president presented his Jobs Bill(s), the Republican Party said. NO! you guessed it; they blocked the bills. However, while obstructing the president and his attempts to improve the economy and help the Middle Class and the poor, the Republican Party continued their focus on obstruction. What did they say? NO! you guessed it.
They were not focused on what they promised the American People, which was to create jobs, jobs, jobs and improve the economy. What did they say? NO! you guessed it.
The Republican Party equals empty promises.
The Koch brother's Tea Party pledged to 'primary' (fund a challenger in the 2010 primary election) any Republican who worked with the President. They followed thru with their threats and knocked out many true Republicans that wanted to repair the damage they created. This sent a clear message to all Republicans...cross the line and help the country and we will replace you with one of our puppets.
I believe the 'information age' is finally awakening...shown by the 10 point swing in Obama's favor in national polling.
Mr. Reed,excellent letter,it's what the republican's have said and done that have driven myself (life long republican) along with countless others to vote democrat. Republicans hopeing that the president fails is like saying to all of us,it's our way our the highway. The polls this Nov 6th. will show the difference with results in favor of the re-election of Pres.Obama.Stupid is as stupid does(forest gump).
"CarmineD -- you seemed to miss that about separate powers, too. No president is this country's "leader" for the reasons posted above. "
Nay, nay. The President of the USA is the strongest position in the world. Often called, for that reason, the "Leader of the Free World."
On your other point, checks and balances are what keep the president a leader of the people and not the dictator of the people.
CarmineD
"Nay, nay. The President of the USA is the strongest position in the world."
CarmineD -- only if you believe the headlines and the hype from the likes of John Wayne and other faux-patriots. He's subject to Congressional veto and impeachment, and getting cut off at the knees by the Supremes. As illustrated by that "blank check" quote I posted earlier.
"All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others." -- George Orwell's "Animal Farm" (1945)
Nothing new coming from Carmine. He continues to live in the "twilight zone."
He refuses to recognize the fact that the Republicans had NO intention of working with President Obama from day # 1. There main objective was to ensure that Obama would not win re-election in 2012...
Well, guess what? Their plan to see that Obama is a one term president is failing. Obama will win re-election come November.
This is my opinion:
The Republican Party of today is NOT the Republican Party of Yesterday ~ It is now the TEA Party
President Obama passed the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to address/manage the outrageous costs of healthcare insurance and ensure millions of Americans receive healthcare coverage. This plan modeled after Romneycare in Massachusetts drew harsh criticism from the Republican Party even though millions of people would benefit and lives would be saved.
Because of ACA everyone is saving on preventive care, including Seniors who are saving on prescription drug costs.
Since the passage of ACA, the Republican Party has been relentless in their criticism toward ACA; including Willard who created a similar program in Massachusetts.
The Republican Party is still desperately trying to turn the American People against ACA, which will help millions of American citizens of all ages and all income brackets obtain affordable healthcare insurance.
Learn more about ACA from:
www.whitehouse.gov www.healthcare.gov www.barackobama.com
www.hhs.gov
http://www.barackobama.com/record/health...
http://www.barackobama.com/record/womens...
http://www.barackobama.com/truth-team/en...
In addition to women's issues and light bulbs, the Republican Party fought and fought hard for no new taxes for the uber-wealthy. It is sad that the NEW Republican Party does not fight or seemingly care about the Middle Class or the poor. They do not put forth the same level of effort to improve the lives of the Middle Class; they fight to improve the lives of the very wealthy and large corporations.
It is important to know that when a Republican mentions small business, they are referring to S Corporations, like the Koch Brothers; not the corner store.
Double Standards? Interesting??
Speaking of Tax Returns:
http://www.barackobama.com/truth-team/en...
http://www.barackobama.com/truth-team/en...
I wanted to comment on Mr. DiFazio's comment at 4:36am, but just couldn't say it in a few words; only thing that camne to mind was "what are you talking about??" But thankfully, El-Lobo has said it for me: ""He refuses to recognize the fact that the Republicans had NO intention of working with President Obama from day # 1. There main objective was to ensure that Obama would not win re-election in 2012...""
And this has just about been confirmed since day one on every media site and, more damaging, from some Republicans themselves.
Thank you, El-Lobo.
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Ah yes kepi, nothing posted on www.barackobama.com could ever be less than the absolute truth.
I assume since you seem to feel that a presidential campaign wouldn't lie that you also accept everything on www.mittromney.com as truth also?
When George W was running for re-election in 2004, I remember something my Dad told me years ago: "Whether you like that president or not, when the country is in trouble and facing problems, you let that president serve more time to continue to try and solve those problems". In Bush's case, we were in the middle of the war on terrorism, something he was forced to start after 9/11. The country needed continuity. We didn't need a changing of the guard in Washington. The country had to let him finish what he started, or continue what he started (some of which turned out to be "not so good"). Notwithstanding the financial boondoggle that happened on his watch, he believed his efforts after 9/11 with terrorism were done for the best interest of the country. (Obviously many of us still don't agree with all that he did!!) I understood why he won another term. Of course, John Kerry was running against him and that guy wasn't exactly the best the Democrats had to offer. I believe even if we had a reincarnation of JFK to run, Bush would have still won because of that continuity.
I don't know if I'm making myself really clear here (I'm sure Carmine will come up with something to contradict what I said), but I think you can understand what I'm saying. Bottom line: like him or not - Obama deserves to win another term to do his best and to continue his efforts. And those living on Planet Romney - Romney is not going to make it better either in his one and ONLY term IF he wins.
Charles Gladu Sept. 14, 2012 11:15 a.m.
Ah yes kepi, nothing posted on www.barackobama.com could ever be less than the absolute truth.
I assume since you seem to feel that a presidential campaign wouldn't lie that you also accept everything on www.mittromney.com as truth also?
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I picked up a tad of sarcasm in the tone of your message. Almost in a condescending manner. Since I have never communicated with you before, I will let it go.
To address your question, if you have read any of my comments you will see I reference a number of sites; including, but not limited to www.barackobama.com.
Now, if you would like to use www.mittromney.com as a source, feel free.
If you do not like what I post or if you do not like the sources I use, don't read my comments.
That is your choice.
Charles Gladu Sept. 14, 2012 11:15 a.m
P.S. I am not writing comments for others who comment here. In fact, I do not engage and do not participate in a political marathon. Bottom Line: If you like the information contained in Willard's website, I would strongly recommend that you cite that source.
Have a great day.
Comment removed by moderator. Personal Attack
Thank you, Killer, for the quote from Animal Farm. I often find myself as bewildered as those farm animals looking from pig to man and not being able to tell the difference between them any more.
Recall President Obama had a democratic controlled House and Senate for 2 years. Wasted his political capital on Obamacare, not the priority: Jobs and the economy.
CarmineD
"He's subject to Congressional veto and impeachment, "
Pretty hard if President has his party in control of Congress.
CarmineD
Since when did Rush get elected to office letter writer?
Charles Gladu Sept. 14, 2012 1:31 p.m
You know, you really got me on the exchanging comments! I don't mean to be rude, but to be honest, I really do not remember exchanging comments with you. Sorry.
As far as the links, I provide links from a number of different sources. I receive over 300 emails a day.
I have also noticed that the conservatives provide conservative sites. And some just don't cite at all.
I really don't want to continue this with you. No matter what I do, I will never make everyone happy. If you do not like my comments. Then, just don't read them. There are several people that I read and several that I do not read.
And I am really sorry that I don't remember you. Really I am!
Have a nice evening Charles
Charles ~ On Second Thought
Your opinion of my posts as pretty much zero! That is only your opinion and I do not respect your opinion anyway.
If we had communication experiences before they must have been forgettable for me!
I will continue to post as I see fit and I advise you to do the same.
If you do not like what I post DO NOT READ IT!
THAT IS YOUR CHOICE!!
Kenneth.....GREAT LETTER.
YES, our great president deserves our support.
PRESIDENT OBAMA promised hope and change and he
DELIVERED.
DESPITE THE BLOCKAGE OF HEARTLESS REPUBLICANS!
President Obama delivered health care.
A HUGE AND GREAT DELIVERY.
President Obama got Bin Laden.
President Obama delivered the equal pay act for
women.
President Obama got rid of don't ask don't tell.
President Obama SAVED GM AND CHRYSLER.
OVER A MILLION GOOD PAYING JOBS, RIGHT THERE.
Almost 5 million new jobs were created under
President Obama.
YES, PRESIDENT OBAMA DELIVERED!
AND THE MAJORITY OF AMERICANS STILL SUPPORT HIM!!
FOUR MORE YEARS FOR PRESIDENT OBAMA!!!
SickOFSomeOFU......
Republicans have never been this desperate in
their miserable, heartless lives.
They are frothing at the mouth against our great
president because they are losing again to him.
Romney/ryan promise to steal our health care and
they wonder why the majority of Americans REJECT
THEM.
And to make matters worse, these two spoiled rich
republicans have had full health care from the day
they were born and will have it until the day they
die.
THESE GREEDY REPUBLICANS ARE SELFISH AND
HEARTLESS!!!
kepi.....
Great comments again.
The hand-full of republicans who post here don't
speak for the majority of Americans.
They will find that out in November, AGAIN!
Obumpkin has been in office for almost 4 years and unemployment has been above 8% for 42 straight months! Only a fool would relect him!
Mr. Teamster:
You said: "PRESIDENT OBAMA promised hope and change and he DELIVERED."
May I complete your statement for you...."DIVIDE and CONQUER."
What's the president's stand on the CTU in Chicago Illinois? Inquiring minds want to know.
CarmineD
looks like the guy that is keeping the Republican Party funded is having more legal problems:
http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/52...
Once Obama is reepected we should stop having elections for a while and give our President time to repair the damage done by talk radio and the Republicans. We also need the fairness doctrine and corporations should not be allowed to own more than one rafio and TV station. Also Rush Limburger should not be allowed to have anything to do with the NFL.
Sickofyou: Of course there was a good crowd the other day when Odumbo was at Cashman. The homeless shelter is only three blocks up the street. Plus that area is heavily section 8. What did they do this time to entice a crowd, free pizza, soda and cigarettes again ??
Carmine.....
We Americans like health care.
YES, PRESIDENT OBAMA DELIVERED.
No sane American would vote for the two clowns
who said they will kill Obamacare.
WE'RE NOT STUPID!
"WE'RE NOT STUPID!"
Who are speaking for other than yourself?
CarmineD
Sick of Some of U,
RIGHT ON!!!!!!!!!!!
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!
YOU ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!
YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!!!
A REPUBLICAN DESTROYER :)
Be Safe :)
"So, I have 1 more post 95% written, & I have to see my mechanic b4 I hit the campaign office, but carmine et al..in reply to "who's stupid ",I believe I made teamster's & my point."
Was their a point in your voluminous diatribes?
CarmineD
Carmine.....
The point that she made is that you are backing
someone who will not ever be president.
And she did a AWESOME job doing it.
AND YES, WE'RE NOT STUPID!
SickOFSomeOFU......
You rock!!!
Great job!!!
Unemployment for those with college degrees is 4%. Those without degrees have to compete with slave and child labor from the Third World, as well as being replaced by automation, their rate is well over 12%.
Since all of these Repugs and Demos work for Trans National Corporations, don't expect any big change on the unemployment front. They refuse to close the borders and impose proper tariffs. This seems to suit people like Teamster just fine. Obama could careless about the average American worker. He is lying by saying otherwise, LYING.