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Cindy wrote on Sep 10, 2008 11:04 AM:
America voted for change in 2006, and we got it!
Since voting in a Democratic Congress in 2006 we have seen:
1) Consumer confidence plummet;
2) The cost of regular gasoline soar to over $3.50 a gallon and crude to $117 a barrel;
3) Unemployment is up to 5% (a 10% increase);
4) American households have seen $2.3 trillion in equity value evaporate (stock and mutual fund losses);
5) Americans have seen their home equity drop by $1.2 trillion dollars;
6) 1% of American homes are in foreclosure.
Please vote Republican and give the Dems the boot!
Since voting in a Democratic Congress in 2006 we have seen:
1) Consumer confidence plummet;
2) The cost of regular gasoline soar to over $3.50 a gallon and crude to $117 a barrel;
3) Unemployment is up to 5% (a 10% increase);
4) American households have seen $2.3 trillion in equity value evaporate (stock and mutual fund losses);
5) Americans have seen their home equity drop by $1.2 trillion dollars;
6) 1% of American homes are in foreclosure.
Please vote Republican and give the Dems the boot!
tb or not tb wrote on Sep 3, 2008 11:40 PM:
TB - "Obama seems keen on playing the "Race card" everytime hes on T.V"
When has Obama ever played the race card? Seriously? Just by being on your TV screen? He upsets you? What does that really say?
TB - "...and yes I'm aware McCain used the "Gender Card"...but he didnt cry "Womens opression".
That is the definition of playing the gender card. You're contradicting yourself.
Also.... (thinly veiled) closet racists use the word "ego" instead of "uppity" when they want to say a black man doesn't "know his place". If he was white he would be "resolute", "strong", or "determined".
Vote Obama or vote for the continued destruction of our economy, U.S. Constitution, military, infrastructure, environment, industries,.....
Talk issues, not ridiculous spin or platitudes.
When has Obama ever played the race card? Seriously? Just by being on your TV screen? He upsets you? What does that really say?
TB - "...and yes I'm aware McCain used the "Gender Card"...but he didnt cry "Womens opression".
That is the definition of playing the gender card. You're contradicting yourself.
Also.... (thinly veiled) closet racists use the word "ego" instead of "uppity" when they want to say a black man doesn't "know his place". If he was white he would be "resolute", "strong", or "determined".
Vote Obama or vote for the continued destruction of our economy, U.S. Constitution, military, infrastructure, environment, industries,.....
Talk issues, not ridiculous spin or platitudes.
TB wrote on Sep 1, 2008 7:17 PM:
Obama seems keen on playing the "Race card" everytime hes on T.V...he cant seem to do his campaign on his OWN merit...and yes I'm aware McCain used the "Gender Card"...but he didnt cry "Womens opression" neither did Hilary!..so whats up Obama!!??,as it is here in Calif..news reporters think Obama has a bit of an "Ego" I agree
To AMANDA wrote on Sep 1, 2008 12:08 PM:
If you and the rest of the Coos County Republicans feel so strongly about John McCain then volunteer your time at the Republicans HQ in the PV MALL. MY BAD!! You can't because it is "NEVER" open.
Thomas wrote on Aug 29, 2008 2:18 PM:
Well CINDY, this Bush administration will without any doubt now go down as being the most anti-USA values gang of traitorous sociopathic thieves in our history.
So, why do you so hate America?
So, why do you so hate America?
Cindy wrote on Aug 28, 2008 10:33 AM:
Barack Obama associates are "anti-American" The list of Bill Ayers, Revs. Flager and Wright, and backed by felon Tony Rezko. Even Obama campaign's official blogger, Sam Graham-Felsen, has spent time in France participating in labor riots, has written for a socialist magazine, hung a communist flag in his home, and was a fan of Marx while at Harvard.
It this man is elected, this may be perceived by the far left/communists as their one chance to radically alter the shape and nature of this nation.
It this man is elected, this may be perceived by the far left/communists as their one chance to radically alter the shape and nature of this nation.
CB Lifer wrote on Aug 26, 2008 12:16 PM:
It amazes me how many subjects this one article has stirred up! Goodness! The only fact, as I see it, is that all politicians lie, they all have skeletons in their closet, (but who doesn't?), they say what they feel will get them elected, and after all, the electorial vote is actually what gets them elected anyway. MY vote probably won't even count. If you think yours really does, well, do some more research because I don't think it really does. What ever your beliefs are, they are yours to believe in. I try hard not to beat up people who believe different than me, so should some of the rest of you. Let people express their opinions, you express yours, and we'll be ok. Thank God for the free speech to do so in this country still.
. wrote on Aug 25, 2008 1:43 PM:
If LIFE doesn't begin at conception then why have Birth Control pills?
Its Not a Baby until its Viable. Get Real. wrote on Aug 24, 2008 4:03 PM:
TO KAY wrote on Aug 20, 2008 1:19 PM:
Kay, there should be no reason for abortion or unwanted babies these days (except in a few violent situations) with all that is available. I am discussed by your statement. Oh yes, Kay, we don't have to be sexually responsible, if we make a baby we can just destroy it. Good thinking, NOT. IF IT’S NOT A BABY, YOU’RE NOT PREGNANT!!
Amanda, I’m glad to see someone is thinking straight.
Please stop imposing your beliefs on every woman. It's not a baby until it can live on its own. Here is where you go off track...you think we all believe that a collection of cells is a baby. How ridiculous!
Mind your own business....no one is forcing you or anyone else to end a pregnancy. Get real. Why don't you spend your time bettering sex ed in schools and demanding mandatory coverage for birth control by all health insurance companies?
Kay, there should be no reason for abortion or unwanted babies these days (except in a few violent situations) with all that is available. I am discussed by your statement. Oh yes, Kay, we don't have to be sexually responsible, if we make a baby we can just destroy it. Good thinking, NOT. IF IT’S NOT A BABY, YOU’RE NOT PREGNANT!!
Amanda, I’m glad to see someone is thinking straight.
Please stop imposing your beliefs on every woman. It's not a baby until it can live on its own. Here is where you go off track...you think we all believe that a collection of cells is a baby. How ridiculous!
Mind your own business....no one is forcing you or anyone else to end a pregnancy. Get real. Why don't you spend your time bettering sex ed in schools and demanding mandatory coverage for birth control by all health insurance companies?
Its None of Your Business wrote on Aug 24, 2008 3:56 PM:
TO KAY wrote on Aug 21, 2008 10:10 AM:
What about the rights of the unborn child. When a woman, young or not, makes the decision to lay and play and creates another HUMAN what is it that gives her the right to decide for that life?? How do her rights outweigh the rights of the LIFE she created. Just for the record I do know first hand. I am the grandmother of a beautiful 2 year old little girl that, thank God, is here today because my daughter chose adoption over taking the life of this beautiful child. As for minding my own business, I am a woman, it is as much my business as any others. God help your wicked mind.
Why don't you just take care of your own life and other women will take care of theirs. It's none of your business what other women do with their lives.
What about the rights of the unborn child. When a woman, young or not, makes the decision to lay and play and creates another HUMAN what is it that gives her the right to decide for that life?? How do her rights outweigh the rights of the LIFE she created. Just for the record I do know first hand. I am the grandmother of a beautiful 2 year old little girl that, thank God, is here today because my daughter chose adoption over taking the life of this beautiful child. As for minding my own business, I am a woman, it is as much my business as any others. God help your wicked mind.
Why don't you just take care of your own life and other women will take care of theirs. It's none of your business what other women do with their lives.
Kay wrote on Aug 23, 2008 8:11 AM:
Cindy says: Cindy wrote on Aug 21, 2008 2:55 PM:
Kay, sweetie I've been supporting the troops!
100 Democrats in the House and Senate, who had access to the same intelligence as the President, voted to support removing Saddam Hussein from power.
Supporting the troops how? Sending more of them to die and be maimed for lies?
That's your sad way of "support"? And worst of all, continuing to do so when it's proven beyond all doubt it is, was, and will ocntinue to be a lie?
Good thought process there.
Oh, and your view of young people having sex is: " When a woman, young or not, makes the decision to lay and play and creates another HUMAN what is it that gives her the right to decide for that life?
It's called "choice" ma'am, and thank Gawd we still have it.
"Lay and play" huh? haven't heard that one in a long, long time. Most of us have educated ourselves just a tad further.
Kay, sweetie I've been supporting the troops!
100 Democrats in the House and Senate, who had access to the same intelligence as the President, voted to support removing Saddam Hussein from power.
Supporting the troops how? Sending more of them to die and be maimed for lies?
That's your sad way of "support"? And worst of all, continuing to do so when it's proven beyond all doubt it is, was, and will ocntinue to be a lie?
Good thought process there.
Oh, and your view of young people having sex is: " When a woman, young or not, makes the decision to lay and play and creates another HUMAN what is it that gives her the right to decide for that life?
It's called "choice" ma'am, and thank Gawd we still have it.
"Lay and play" huh? haven't heard that one in a long, long time. Most of us have educated ourselves just a tad further.
Cindy wrote on Aug 22, 2008 8:29 AM:
The past post from Cindy was supposed to go under Jason Reed's letter
"Bush orchestrates war for oil profits"
Aug. 20, 2008. It was an answer to "Kay" about what had I been doing for the past 5 years to stop the illegal invasaion of Iraq!
"Bush orchestrates war for oil profits"
Aug. 20, 2008. It was an answer to "Kay" about what had I been doing for the past 5 years to stop the illegal invasaion of Iraq!
Cindy wrote on Aug 21, 2008 2:55 PM:
Kay, sweetie I've been supporting the troops!
100 Democrats in the House and Senate, who had access to the same intelligence as the President, voted to support removing Saddam Hussein from power.
100 Democrats in the House and Senate, who had access to the same intelligence as the President, voted to support removing Saddam Hussein from power.
to kay wrote on Aug 21, 2008 10:10 AM:
What about the rights of the unborn child. When a woman, young or not, makes the decision to lay and play and creates another HUMAN what is it that gives her the right to decide for that life?? How do her rights outweigh the rights of the LIFE she created. Just for the record I do know first hand. I am the grandmother of a beautiful 2 year old little girl that, thank God, is here today because my daughter chose adoption over taking the life of this beautiful child. As for minding my own business, I am a woman, it is as much my business as any others. God help your wicked mind.
Thomas wrote on Aug 21, 2008 8:37 AM:
"I think we're WAY past due for another Boston Tea Party!!" --- LOST FAITH
Agreed, and as that event was a protest against the big tax breaks and unfair governmental connections of a rich and powerful corporation, Obama clearly better reflects the attitude of our nation's patriotic founders than does McCain.
Sometimes it seems that those who most vigorously wave our flag know the least about what it represents?
Agreed, and as that event was a protest against the big tax breaks and unfair governmental connections of a rich and powerful corporation, Obama clearly better reflects the attitude of our nation's patriotic founders than does McCain.
Sometimes it seems that those who most vigorously wave our flag know the least about what it represents?
Lost Faith wrote on Aug 20, 2008 11:12 PM:
Doesn't matter, some racist idiot will shoot him within 2 years anyway!
If you think your vote counts you're delusional. It hasn't counted for a long, loooong time. They're all snakes. Do you think they really care about you?!? Open your eyes, enjoy what you DO have contol of and quit whining about politics...oh wait, there it is in the title..."POLITICS"!
I think we're WAY past due for another Boston Tea Party!! Lead by example and LEARN from example!
If you think your vote counts you're delusional. It hasn't counted for a long, loooong time. They're all snakes. Do you think they really care about you?!? Open your eyes, enjoy what you DO have contol of and quit whining about politics...oh wait, there it is in the title..."POLITICS"!
I think we're WAY past due for another Boston Tea Party!! Lead by example and LEARN from example!
Seer wrote on Aug 20, 2008 7:45 PM:
Have you noticed how easily programmed and brainwashed people get. I never cared much for a product that demeaned a competitor's product to sell their own. I always felt theat they didn't have faith or confidence in their own. There is so much BS today in the media, that wer'e left with what to Believe???
Kay wrote on Aug 20, 2008 6:57 PM:
To Changing Horses: I think I'm in Love, thank you !!!!
Thomas wrote on Aug 20, 2008 6:08 PM:
I am voting for John McCain. He has always been pro-life, and pro military. --- AMANDA
You are correct that he has always opposed the rights of women, but the Disabled American Veterans has determined McCain has the worst voting record on veterans issues of any senator ......... whenever he actually bothers to show up for a vote, for which his record is also among the worst.
You are correct that he has always opposed the rights of women, but the Disabled American Veterans has determined McCain has the worst voting record on veterans issues of any senator ......... whenever he actually bothers to show up for a vote, for which his record is also among the worst.
Kay wrote on Aug 20, 2008 4:28 PM:
To: To Kay(quite clever there)
From: Kay
Young people are NOT responsible when it comes to sex, sorry to shock you, unless you were never young perhaps you aren't aware of that fact. And YES, most emphatically, young women should have the right to terminate a pregnancy. I'm NOT going to argue that point with you until you face an unwanted pregnancy, carry a fetus for nine months then give birth to an eight pound baby you cannot afford. MAYBE then you can speak to me about it. Till then, try minding your own business about women and their bodies. Kay?
From: Kay
Young people are NOT responsible when it comes to sex, sorry to shock you, unless you were never young perhaps you aren't aware of that fact. And YES, most emphatically, young women should have the right to terminate a pregnancy. I'm NOT going to argue that point with you until you face an unwanted pregnancy, carry a fetus for nine months then give birth to an eight pound baby you cannot afford. MAYBE then you can speak to me about it. Till then, try minding your own business about women and their bodies. Kay?
Changing horses in the middle of the stream wrote on Aug 20, 2008 4:20 PM:
THE SYSTEM IS WHO PUT GW BUSH IN.
THE SYSTEM IS WHO PUT THE USA IN IRAQ.
IF YOU WANT CHANGES, CHANGE THE SYSTEM NOT JUST THE LEADER OF THE DANCE.
THE SYSTEM IS WHO PUT THE USA IN IRAQ.
IF YOU WANT CHANGES, CHANGE THE SYSTEM NOT JUST THE LEADER OF THE DANCE.
MItch wrote on Aug 20, 2008 2:29 PM:
To "But Wait"....We have been waiting, and look at what's happened. Our leaders complain about the way things are, but who made it that way?
Peeping Thomas wrote on Aug 20, 2008 2:17 PM:
Observer:
You are dredging up Tabloid Trash! (remember John Edwards?)
The facts are that Sen. McCain returned from the war in 1973, he remained married to Carol for another 7 years, then got a divorce- yes to marry Cindy.
50% of all marriages end up in divorce.
He will not be the first President that has been divorced.
You are dredging up Tabloid Trash! (remember John Edwards?)
The facts are that Sen. McCain returned from the war in 1973, he remained married to Carol for another 7 years, then got a divorce- yes to marry Cindy.
50% of all marriages end up in divorce.
He will not be the first President that has been divorced.
What a Mess wrote on Aug 20, 2008 2:02 PM:
I have tried to post 2 times now. Both Obama and McCain are not good for our country. Why vote? The decision has already been made long before we even go to the poles. That's why they have electoral votes. Obama is the Anit-Christ, if you want my opinion. I don't want to see him in office...he will be the next terrorist....watch. He is a lion in sheeps clothing. Both candidates are full of it. They just want your vote. Don't believe a word they say.
Question wrote on Aug 20, 2008 1:58 PM:
Would you serve on a board with someone whose organization had bombed the Pentagon, killed innocent people, and then recently said they would do it again?
Obama knew who Ayers was/is. Everyone in Chicago does. Yet he was still willing to work for him in the Annenberg Challenge and with him on more than one board.
Was it politically expedient? Sure...but does that make it right?
Obama is WRONG for America.
Obama knew who Ayers was/is. Everyone in Chicago does. Yet he was still willing to work for him in the Annenberg Challenge and with him on more than one board.
Was it politically expedient? Sure...but does that make it right?
Obama is WRONG for America.
to kay wrote on Aug 20, 2008 1:19 PM:
Kay, there should be no reason for abortion or unwanted babies these days (except in a few violent situations) with all that is available. I am discussed by your statement. Oh yes, Kay, we don't have to be sexually responsible, if we make a baby we can just destroy it. Good thinking, NOT. IF IT’S NOT A BABY, YOU’RE NOT PREGNANT!!
Amanda, I’m glad to see someone is thinking straight.
Amanda, I’m glad to see someone is thinking straight.
Kay wrote on Aug 20, 2008 12:13 PM:
Marge, you are right on, but you won't get many replies, that takes too much thought. It's easier just to keep harping on welfare to poor people. Amerikans don't care about the raping of their coffers to keep the corporations up and running.
Kay wrote on Aug 20, 2008 12:11 PM:
Ah yes Amanda, spoken like a true conservative. Let's ban abortion, bring tens of thousands of poor, unwanted babies into the world. Let em grow up in poverty, and poor education, then they're fodder for the military. What a great plan you've got there !!! Why didn't I think of that?
Just An Observer wrote on Aug 20, 2008 11:50 AM:
McCain's track record:
The Keating 5 savings and loans scandal
His willingness to keep the troops in Iraq for years longer
NOT supporting the improved GI bill (which Obama supported)
His inability to keep Shia and Sunni straight
Lack of knowledge about geography of the Middle East -- Iraq does not border Pakistan like he said
His "I know nothing about economics" when our country is having an economic turndown
His support for making the Bush tax cuts for the rich and corporations permanent when our country is drowning in debt
Infidelity to and dumping of his first wife when she had an accident and ended up with a limp
The Keating 5 savings and loans scandal
His willingness to keep the troops in Iraq for years longer
NOT supporting the improved GI bill (which Obama supported)
His inability to keep Shia and Sunni straight
Lack of knowledge about geography of the Middle East -- Iraq does not border Pakistan like he said
His "I know nothing about economics" when our country is having an economic turndown
His support for making the Bush tax cuts for the rich and corporations permanent when our country is drowning in debt
Infidelity to and dumping of his first wife when she had an accident and ended up with a limp
Marge wrote on Aug 20, 2008 9:30 AM:
Marxism, Socialism?? What do you call it when the present administration gives welfare, or bailout with our money, to Private Industry when they have problems, usually due to management. An for paying farmers not to use their land, and they go out and buy 1000s of acres more and get paid for those also.
Amanda wrote on Aug 20, 2008 7:33 AM:
Usually I try to stay out of these forums, because I have no time or patience for people who want to put others down for their beliefs.
I am voting for John McCain. He has always been pro-life, and pro military. Obama believes in late term abortion, says that people cling to guns and religion, has socialist policies, cannot take a stand without changing position etc etc. John McCain has experience, Obama has a total of 144 working days in the Senate. He has radical associations too many to mention, he thinks that wind power will fuel an airplane, (Americans use 5 million barrels of oil a day on things not related to gas, such as nylon, plastics etc)
Please do your homework before you vote for Obama, please visits websites that show his voting record. His personal website will tell you what you want to hear and will change with the wind.
I am voting for John McCain. He has always been pro-life, and pro military. Obama believes in late term abortion, says that people cling to guns and religion, has socialist policies, cannot take a stand without changing position etc etc. John McCain has experience, Obama has a total of 144 working days in the Senate. He has radical associations too many to mention, he thinks that wind power will fuel an airplane, (Americans use 5 million barrels of oil a day on things not related to gas, such as nylon, plastics etc)
Please do your homework before you vote for Obama, please visits websites that show his voting record. His personal website will tell you what you want to hear and will change with the wind.
Throw the first stone wrote on Aug 20, 2008 7:31 AM:
I want to express my idea that not one President was 100% flawless.
Bush has been bashed many times by Conservatives for bowing to Democratic policies.
That was his biggest mistake, not staying true to his constiuents.
I say vote Obama, after he messes the whole country up, vote in 2012 to bring back the Conservative Republicans!
Bush has been bashed many times by Conservatives for bowing to Democratic policies.
That was his biggest mistake, not staying true to his constiuents.
I say vote Obama, after he messes the whole country up, vote in 2012 to bring back the Conservative Republicans!
But Wait wrote on Aug 20, 2008 7:25 AM:
Simply put...If you like the way things are, and want more of it, vote Democrat. If you want to take a chance on change, vote McCain.
Thomas wrote on Aug 19, 2008 9:42 PM:
Thanks for replying LOVE THOSE PIRATES, but your post does not make any sense. Dems are Markist? Gee whiz, get real.
Obama is the best presidential candidate America has been offered for a very long time, and McCain is mindbogglingly awful ......... so let's hope that we don't blow this opportunity.
Obama is the best presidential candidate America has been offered for a very long time, and McCain is mindbogglingly awful ......... so let's hope that we don't blow this opportunity.
Mitch wrote on Aug 19, 2008 2:51 PM:
Simply put...If you like the way things are, and want more of it, vote Republican. If you want to take a chance on change, vote Democrat.
Love those Pirates wrote on Aug 19, 2008 2:04 PM:
Thomas....
You are absolutely right when you ask:
"Why don't you GOPers ever have candidates like that to offer us?"
Sadly, the GOP, like the Dems no longer represent their traditional positions.
The GOP tries to slop over its lack of leadership with moralism
The Dems aren't democrats, they're Marxist and an honest self-assessment would verify the fact.
Back to your question: The present primary system is so badly broken that it puts machines and media influence far ahead of honest assessment of candidates' stand on the issue. It's all about momentum.
A later primary would put proper focus on the issues. Moreover, the cross-over activity in the primaries is simply evil. No one supports the efforts of either GOP or Dems gets shut out and there are plenty of third-party options.
You are absolutely right when you ask:
"Why don't you GOPers ever have candidates like that to offer us?"
Sadly, the GOP, like the Dems no longer represent their traditional positions.
The GOP tries to slop over its lack of leadership with moralism
The Dems aren't democrats, they're Marxist and an honest self-assessment would verify the fact.
Back to your question: The present primary system is so badly broken that it puts machines and media influence far ahead of honest assessment of candidates' stand on the issue. It's all about momentum.
A later primary would put proper focus on the issues. Moreover, the cross-over activity in the primaries is simply evil. No one supports the efforts of either GOP or Dems gets shut out and there are plenty of third-party options.
E wrote on Aug 19, 2008 9:26 AM:
The problem is that both candidates are sell outs already, just look at their views on energy policy, drilling,clean coal,bio fuels and nuclear. All failures from the get go.
Not one has mentioned public transportation, community gardens to help with food costs or real alternatives like wind and solar.
Not one has mentioned public transportation, community gardens to help with food costs or real alternatives like wind and solar.
Rich wrote on Aug 19, 2008 8:34 AM:
I didn't say that Obama is evil. It may be that he is just naive. The Socialistic Ideals that he supports are evil though. Just look at the results of every other country that has tried them. They ended up bankrupt. And I never said McCain wasn't evil. He is not right for this country either. In this election we are left with a choice of which kind of disaster we want. And, we had better be prepared to take care of ourselves with the help of God. Because, our government with either candidate isn't going to do it.
Undeniable truths wrote on Aug 19, 2008 8:13 AM:
To BlahBlahBlah: Rush Limbaugh actually gets his message out louder when a DEM is the President, Rush is proven true to his word everyday of the administration-just look at Bill/Hillary!
To Thomas: I am getting very tired of your propaganda on every comment. You are parroting lies and the unfairness of the Democrats.
To Tony: Your insults and intimitading comments are not going to get more votes for Obama.
Tell Stephanie Miller hi for me!
To Thomas: I am getting very tired of your propaganda on every comment. You are parroting lies and the unfairness of the Democrats.
To Tony: Your insults and intimitading comments are not going to get more votes for Obama.
Tell Stephanie Miller hi for me!
reality that is wrote on Aug 18, 2008 10:38 PM:
Hey Not Into It,
Blaming the media for reporting the economic situation as it is doesn't make sense, unless you count them helping the Neocon crowd's push for an unfunded Iraq War, or accepting ads from deregulated lendors who could supply loans to people who couldn't afford them, or not questioning what the catastrophic impact of deficits would be.
Hey, maybe you're right after all. Only it hasn't been a drive-by media. They've been sitting in a parking lot waiting for someone to call and then regurgitating that info without checking it out. The 4th estate has indeed failed us, cowardly succumbing to the sin of Sloth by not investigating and reporting with dilligence against those who happily engage in the sin of Greed.
Blaming the media for reporting the economic situation as it is doesn't make sense, unless you count them helping the Neocon crowd's push for an unfunded Iraq War, or accepting ads from deregulated lendors who could supply loans to people who couldn't afford them, or not questioning what the catastrophic impact of deficits would be.
Hey, maybe you're right after all. Only it hasn't been a drive-by media. They've been sitting in a parking lot waiting for someone to call and then regurgitating that info without checking it out. The 4th estate has indeed failed us, cowardly succumbing to the sin of Sloth by not investigating and reporting with dilligence against those who happily engage in the sin of Greed.
steve wrote on Aug 18, 2008 10:35 PM:
You can talk about all the diffent points of veiw all you want in reality people vote for what gets them what they want and the hell with everyone else, we have done this to ourselves. You can vote for whoever will pad your pocket book more or the lesser of two evils. Our system is broke. Never to be repaired. Some times the tree of liberty must be refreshed by the blood of patriots!
to rich wrote on Aug 18, 2008 10:14 PM:
Rich,
Why in the world are you trying to portray Obama as one who is a) evil and b) not Christian? I'm not saying that McCain is evil. He's delusional, maybe; hell-bent on carrying out the same bad policies as Bush. But compared to Obama, he is very uncomfortable mentioning his beliefs (not that it's werong to keep those things private), is the only candidate who, as a 42 yeear-old, hooked up with a rich 24 year-old and abandoned his crippled wife, and has a first reaction to bomb in every situation (who would Jesus bomb?).
I do agree with you on the saying "All it takes for evil to succeed is for good men to do nothing", but if torching our constitution, giving away our treasury to corporations, and behaving like Stalinist Russia in imperial pursuits isn't evil, what is? It is time for good men (and women!) to do something by not electing the person who has promised to carry on with this Bush/Cheney agenda.
Why in the world are you trying to portray Obama as one who is a) evil and b) not Christian? I'm not saying that McCain is evil. He's delusional, maybe; hell-bent on carrying out the same bad policies as Bush. But compared to Obama, he is very uncomfortable mentioning his beliefs (not that it's werong to keep those things private), is the only candidate who, as a 42 yeear-old, hooked up with a rich 24 year-old and abandoned his crippled wife, and has a first reaction to bomb in every situation (who would Jesus bomb?).
I do agree with you on the saying "All it takes for evil to succeed is for good men to do nothing", but if torching our constitution, giving away our treasury to corporations, and behaving like Stalinist Russia in imperial pursuits isn't evil, what is? It is time for good men (and women!) to do something by not electing the person who has promised to carry on with this Bush/Cheney agenda.
Barbara wrote on Aug 18, 2008 10:03 PM:
I read Ms Bowen's letter and then all of the comments, thus far.
I was really happy to see there are SOME sensible people in Coos County when I got to the responses opposing her comments.
I, for one, will be voting for Obama... doing my part to try to change the course our country has been taking during the Bush years.
I was really happy to see there are SOME sensible people in Coos County when I got to the responses opposing her comments.
I, for one, will be voting for Obama... doing my part to try to change the course our country has been taking during the Bush years.
BLAHBLAHBLAH wrote on Aug 18, 2008 4:51 PM:
RICH, So if you are not voting for Obama you must be voting for McCain. We will just go through 4 years of what Mr.Bush is doing. Hey Rush Limbaugh, start packing Obama WILL BE the next president..
Reasons to vote McCain wrote on Aug 18, 2008 4:09 PM:
You may think that John McCain is a 3rd term Bush, NOT SO!
Sen. McCain has crossed party lines multiple times on important issues and he's not as liberal as Obama.
McCain won't throw away the last 5 years of work we've done in the middle east, and give the families of the deceased soldiers more grief at the possibility that they died in vain.
McCain will continue to fight terror and keep America safe.
McCain is the only one with enough military experience to be commander-in-chief at this critical time in history.
Sen. McCain has crossed party lines multiple times on important issues and he's not as liberal as Obama.
McCain won't throw away the last 5 years of work we've done in the middle east, and give the families of the deceased soldiers more grief at the possibility that they died in vain.
McCain will continue to fight terror and keep America safe.
McCain is the only one with enough military experience to be commander-in-chief at this critical time in history.
Trisha wrote on Aug 18, 2008 3:55 PM:
On your ballot, if you dont like either shill candidate, then you should put NONE OF THE ABOVE. Will it help? Probably not, but at least you did vote.
In my opinion Obama is Carter part 2. Obama wasnt creative enough since hes using Carters campaign platform of "Change".
All the candidates are CFR members, and if you dont know who the CFR is you better check it out. Big think tankers that setup who will be prez, and have been around a very long time.
And there are way to many candidates related to to many former presidents and higher ups. For example, Obama is cousins with Bush jr & sr, and also Cheney! That should make us cringe and investigate more. McCain also is related to Laura Bush. It's almost like a monarchy is in control...hmmmmm....
In my opinion Obama is Carter part 2. Obama wasnt creative enough since hes using Carters campaign platform of "Change".
All the candidates are CFR members, and if you dont know who the CFR is you better check it out. Big think tankers that setup who will be prez, and have been around a very long time.
And there are way to many candidates related to to many former presidents and higher ups. For example, Obama is cousins with Bush jr & sr, and also Cheney! That should make us cringe and investigate more. McCain also is related to Laura Bush. It's almost like a monarchy is in control...hmmmmm....
CB Lifer wrote on Aug 18, 2008 2:21 PM:
OK, here's the deal. Obviously I have lived here all of my life, which is about 51 years now. I feel that if people don't like it here, then just shut up and leave. If people don't like the candidates, get new ones. I think someone should start a petition to do the election process all over again. I don't like either candidate, so what do I do? I don't vote. I feel it was unfair, when McCain pulled ahead that everyone else dropped out. Who paid who? Anybody got any ideas for those of us that don't like either candidate? I am positive someone does!!!
Rich wrote on Aug 18, 2008 1:56 PM:
Cookie says that to vote Republican is to succumb to "Greed, Fear and Hate".
Maybe it's just standing up for what's right.
It was once said that all it takes for evil to succeed is for good men to do nothing.
As for myself and the Christians that I know, We will vote against Obama (notice I didn't say for McCain) because we won't idely stand by and let evil prevail without doing our best.
Maybe it's just standing up for what's right.
It was once said that all it takes for evil to succeed is for good men to do nothing.
As for myself and the Christians that I know, We will vote against Obama (notice I didn't say for McCain) because we won't idely stand by and let evil prevail without doing our best.
Hey Not Into It wrote on Aug 18, 2008 11:39 AM:
You claim our government has destroyed our economy....I SAY FALSE!!! I blame the liberal drive-by media for this one. They can take one small event, such as a decline in housing sales, and next thing you know, they are screaming to the country not to buy houses! People get scared, so they don't buy, the more people don't buy, the more the media runs with it and so on! I blame our current economic state on the media!
Cheering from the valley wrote on Aug 18, 2008 11:37 AM:
Yeah, GO OBAMA, just go away.
Rush Limbaugh wrote on Aug 18, 2008 11:34 AM:
First of all, why on earth would anyone in their right mind vote for Obama??? Hey, I have a great idea! Why don't we punish all of those who have worked hard to be successful so that the government may support the trash that smokes dope, drinks, and reproduces all day! If you want healthcare, get a JOB! Second, Does he honestly think that he will be able to sit down and talk with all of the people in other countries who have grown up their entire lives hating us? So let met get this straight, you want to put a man who has absolutely no military experience in charge of one of the most powerful military forces in the world? Sounds like a great idea! He wins, I move to Canada... eh!
Thomas wrote on Aug 18, 2008 7:38 AM:
Lois, America needs a President who is honest, can think clearly, and also do this --> http://starbulletin.com/2008/08/14/news/artobama8.jpg
Why don't you GOPers ever have candidates like that to offer us?
Why don't you GOPers ever have candidates like that to offer us?
Bottomfeeder wrote on Aug 17, 2008 6:45 PM:
The wealthy are afraid of Obama. The under paid, benefit-less should endorse him. The ones whom want peace should look his way as well. This election will be determined between those in need, and those with excess. Question is, will Corporate America and the wealthy allow it to occur or will they intervene as in the last election?
Glenn Christensen wrote on Aug 17, 2008 6:18 PM:
FOOD, SHELTER, POWER, TRANSPORTATION, INSURANCE (all kinds), should be provided at cost. Makes no sense for capitalists to be profiting from the necessities of life. Let them make their dollar building iPods and tvs. Next thing you know the corporations will be convincing the slow thinkers that community barn raising is communistic.
To CB Boy wrote on Aug 17, 2008 12:41 PM:
Perhaps you shouldn't make assumptions about where people get their information. I actually do my homework before I vote for someone and I support Obama. Not because I think he is fabulous but because when it comes down to him or McCain, I feel we're just going to get more of the same from McCain. Whatever the case, a politician is a politician. They all tell us what we want to hear.
To MAMS wrote on Aug 17, 2008 7:49 AM:
I went to Snopes.com as you suggested and there is NO reference of Ayers or Rezko.
The good man wins his case by careful argument; the evil-minded only wants to fight. Prov. 13:2
The good man wins his case by careful argument; the evil-minded only wants to fight. Prov. 13:2
CC wrote on Aug 16, 2008 8:53 PM:
I changed my political party to vote for Hillary, now I've changed it back for John McCain!
If Hillary becomes the nominee at the convention, I'll show up at PV Mall and gladly be a part of the campaign!!
If Hillary becomes the nominee at the convention, I'll show up at PV Mall and gladly be a part of the campaign!!
UW Student wrote on Aug 16, 2008 8:36 PM:
I think all of you are what i call, "lifers." Your uninformed knowledge about politics is quite clear by the statements you post...get out of coos county and then re-post
wish I were there NOT wrote on Aug 16, 2008 4:37 PM:
I would like to say one thing if sen obama gets into office there are only one group of people to blame for the things that he gets away with and that is the democrats that elected him.....
Everyone blames our President Bush on all the problems that the econemy is in now.....Remember who is in control of the congress and the senate Who do you think nance WHO is?? The speaker of the house does she think she is anyway
Everyone blames our President Bush on all the problems that the econemy is in now.....Remember who is in control of the congress and the senate Who do you think nance WHO is?? The speaker of the house does she think she is anyway
kat wrote on Aug 16, 2008 12:26 PM:
Go Obama.
Cookie wrote on Aug 16, 2008 10:42 AM:
It's not just the older people who vote Republican. Many who profess to be Christians also vote Republican, as do those who are afraid of guns and gays.
People want to hold onto their money, the appearance of values, and their guns. It appears to me that voting Republican these days is to succumb to your fear, greed and hate.
Many of the younger generations see the hypocrisy that is the Republican Party and those who support it. Lois and any other Republican can spout their fearful nonsense, as it is their right. For those who do not agree with them, they will label you as a Liberal, and call you any name under the book. Nonetheless, they will not influence my vote, as I know the truth.
I will cast my vote for Obama!
People want to hold onto their money, the appearance of values, and their guns. It appears to me that voting Republican these days is to succumb to your fear, greed and hate.
Many of the younger generations see the hypocrisy that is the Republican Party and those who support it. Lois and any other Republican can spout their fearful nonsense, as it is their right. For those who do not agree with them, they will label you as a Liberal, and call you any name under the book. Nonetheless, they will not influence my vote, as I know the truth.
I will cast my vote for Obama!
CB Boy wrote on Aug 16, 2008 6:08 AM:
Every oppinion I have read on this page gives me the impression that most of you are relying only on what your peers share with you as your source of information. I hope every one of you casts a ballot this election.
Rich wrote on Aug 15, 2008 10:13 PM:
I agree with Lois completely. Obama and most of the leadership in the Democratic party follow the doctrines of the Socialist party. I also agree with others who responded to Lois's letter. The Republican party has not done much for us either. The problem however isn't that the Republican party has been too conservative and should have gone with the Democrats on the issues. Quite the opposite. The Republican party has followed too much of the Democrats points on the issues. Especially after 2006 when the Democrats won the majority of both the House and Senate. Therefore, the economic disaster we have today. Neither McCain or Obama are the right men to lead this great nation today. We need a leader who will give us the opportunity to live our own lives, solve our own problems. The government just needs to get out of the way.
Unfortunately, we do not have that option this election the best we can hope for is to elect a president who will cause the least damage. That is not Obama. His socialist views will cause the same results that Socialism has caused the world over every time it has been tried.
Unfortunately, we do not have that option this election the best we can hope for is to elect a president who will cause the least damage. That is not Obama. His socialist views will cause the same results that Socialism has caused the world over every time it has been tried.
Ruthi wrote on Aug 15, 2008 2:18 PM:
I was born and raised in Coos Bay and noticed many of the older residents are staunch Republicans. I personally do not care to vote Republican this round because all they seem to care about is their own pocketbooks, oil and war. All the material things and not the realistic matters for the welfare of the people that actually support them!
McCain (McBush) is not the man. Yes, he spent years as a POW but he came back ALIVE and in one piece! How did he accomplish that? That does not make him more of a hero than any other man or woman that has or currently is serving our country. He is a vindictive, mean old man, brought up in a military fashion trained for war. We don't need that.
McCain (McBush) is not the man. Yes, he spent years as a POW but he came back ALIVE and in one piece! How did he accomplish that? That does not make him more of a hero than any other man or woman that has or currently is serving our country. He is a vindictive, mean old man, brought up in a military fashion trained for war. We don't need that.
CB Lifer wrote on Aug 15, 2008 11:19 AM:
"You're mistaken" thank you for your opinion. I'm sorry, I still don't trust ANY politician. And it seems funny to me, how people pick out "parts" of comments to comment on. I am still entitled to my own opinion, as are the rest of you. I don't think ANY of them will EVER restore the constitution, because if "we the people" allow them to change one part, they will continue to change all of it. God Bless you all, and keep thinking how you want, just quit trying to beat other people up for their opinions.
Local Lady wrote on Aug 15, 2008 8:59 AM:
Lois-your rantings are just that: rantings. I didn't read a sensible, educated word in that whole letter! Obama is the man we need in office and he is the man we WILL have in office. Open your eyes woman! Look at all the good the Republicans have done for us which is pretty much NOTHING!!!! They brought this war, they screwed up our healthcare, they killed our economy. I could go on. We need Mr. Obama's youthful fresh ideas to bring that "change we can believe in." And I believe he will do it. Personally I was for Hillary in the beginning but now with it down to the wire, Obama is our man!!!
C wrote on Aug 14, 2008 8:32 PM:
It's not like things could get much more worse than they are now. You're just going to get more of the same from McCain.
Mams wrote on Aug 14, 2008 6:39 PM:
Is Ms. Bowen making this up? I have never heard Obama commit to any of these lies!! This is outrageous!! To check on whether this is true, go to www.snopes.com . This is a tried and true site.
Youre Mistaken wrote on Aug 14, 2008 4:05 PM:
CB Lifer says, " last time I checked, we still had freedom of speech. We'll see how long that lasts!"
If you plan to vote for McCain don't expect him to restore the constitution. He is the same as Bush.
If you plan to vote for McCain don't expect him to restore the constitution. He is the same as Bush.
Coos Bay Resident wrote on Aug 14, 2008 2:16 PM:
To:Not so SMART; Senator Obama is a DEMOCRAT!!!!! Join us down at the PV Mall to change your political party as well.
Thankfully I dont live in CB anymore. wrote on Aug 14, 2008 1:28 PM:
Oh NO!! Someone who isn't white running our country run and hide! AHHH!!! Really? What era are you living in. Do you remember George W's Resume? Let's see he formed a few companies with Osama's Older brother who although a great pilot crashed mysteriously and died.. Then oh what else was there well.. WE could go back to Prescott Bush his grandaddy.. Now he worked for the bank that helped fund Aushwitz.. And the list goes on and on.
CB Lifer wrote on Aug 14, 2008 12:52 PM:
I can only pray we do not get Obama for president. Although, I think we should start all over, I really don't like either one. And before you beat me up, I am an independant because I think the "political parties" seperate the people and pit one against the other. Just look and read some of the comments. I really don't like either one, but if I had to choose, I'd go with more experience, sorry guys. No I'm not! I wish people would quit bashing other people on here. Posting your comments is fine, last time I checked, we still had freedom of speech. We'll see how long that lasts!
Smart wrote on Aug 14, 2008 11:04 AM:
I think Ms. Bowen represents the elderly views of most of Coos County.
Scared of change.
"Hey you kids, get offa my lawn!"
Change is coming, we will have Obama as President.
8 years of the most disgusting Republican administration ever has opened some eyes and even the low information voter is tired of voting against their own interests.
Remember, gas was 1.48 when B*sh took office...and a loaf of bread was 1.29!
I do not need to mention the budget surplus we had in 2000, do I?
Vote Republican, its easier than thinking...
Scared of change.
"Hey you kids, get offa my lawn!"
Change is coming, we will have Obama as President.
8 years of the most disgusting Republican administration ever has opened some eyes and even the low information voter is tired of voting against their own interests.
Remember, gas was 1.48 when B*sh took office...and a loaf of bread was 1.29!
I do not need to mention the budget surplus we had in 2000, do I?
Vote Republican, its easier than thinking...
Not into it wrote on Aug 14, 2008 10:57 AM:
Ms. Bowen...
Economy? I doubt you have noticed but our economy has already been destroyed.
By the Republicans you helped elect.
I see no facts in your letter, I see only hate for things you may not understand.
Since you no doubt support McCain, perhaps your next letter should outline what a great President he will be.
Good luck with that.
And be sure to mention how McCain cheated on his first wife...with his second wife...
And owns 8 very large homes...
And his current wife stole percodan and vicodin from her clinic...and was forced to resign or face arrest...
Dont let your hate cloud your vision.
Economy? I doubt you have noticed but our economy has already been destroyed.
By the Republicans you helped elect.
I see no facts in your letter, I see only hate for things you may not understand.
Since you no doubt support McCain, perhaps your next letter should outline what a great President he will be.
Good luck with that.
And be sure to mention how McCain cheated on his first wife...with his second wife...
And owns 8 very large homes...
And his current wife stole percodan and vicodin from her clinic...and was forced to resign or face arrest...
Dont let your hate cloud your vision.
Not that theres anything wrong with it wrote on Aug 14, 2008 9:14 AM:
Rev. Jeremiah Wright blamed the US for 9/11 and named Louis Farrakhan their person of the year.
Rev. Jeremiah Wright delivered racist rants against white America for our maligning of Fidel and Gadhafi, and inventing AIDS to infect and kill black people?
If you substituted the word "white" church for "black" churcg there would be and outrage in this country!
If a white church proclaimed and pronounced it's whiteness the way that TUCC does, it would be shut down and even the ACLU couldn't protect it!!!
Rev. Jeremiah Wright delivered racist rants against white America for our maligning of Fidel and Gadhafi, and inventing AIDS to infect and kill black people?
If you substituted the word "white" church for "black" churcg there would be and outrage in this country!
If a white church proclaimed and pronounced it's whiteness the way that TUCC does, it would be shut down and even the ACLU couldn't protect it!!!
Trust politicians with healthcare wrote on Aug 14, 2008 9:00 AM:
So-called Universal Healthcare amplifies all problems:
1) Reduces patient incentives to find the best possible prices for the best possible services/products available.
2) Reduces physician incentives to provide competitive care and reduces drug companies' incentives to provide new drugs and treatments.
3) Steals from your wallet to pay for my health care.
4) The quality of "free" health care will deteriorate and the average citizen will get sicker.
5) Destroys your privacy.
6) Destroys your liberty.
http://www.angelfire.com/pa/sergeman/issues/healthcare/socialized.html
1) Reduces patient incentives to find the best possible prices for the best possible services/products available.
2) Reduces physician incentives to provide competitive care and reduces drug companies' incentives to provide new drugs and treatments.
3) Steals from your wallet to pay for my health care.
4) The quality of "free" health care will deteriorate and the average citizen will get sicker.
5) Destroys your privacy.
6) Destroys your liberty.
http://www.angelfire.com/pa/sergeman/issues/healthcare/socialized.html
Lois supporter wrote on Aug 14, 2008 8:56 AM:
I am sorry for the ugly comments toward you, Mrs. Bowen. Thanks for your letters.
TO THE WORLD EDITOR: I thought that personal attacks were not allowed in these comments!!!!
TO THE WORLD EDITOR: I thought that personal attacks were not allowed in these comments!!!!
But wait wrote on Aug 14, 2008 8:54 AM:
"The Rev. Wright thing" was not talked about ENOUGH. Trinity United Christian is a 10,000 member church that ministers to predominantly blacks on Black liberation theology. It preaches racial segregation or "Us vs Them"
And yes, Sen. Obama was brought to his Christian faith there and stayed at that church for 20 years.
And yes, Sen. Obama was brought to his Christian faith there and stayed at that church for 20 years.
Tony wrote on Aug 14, 2008 7:09 AM:
"...and when Lois Bowen moved to Coquille, she was indoctrinated into the Republican Party and then promised tax cut after tax cut."
When her grandchildren went to Iraq...when her grandchildren inherited the debt of the Republicans...
Look Ms. Bowen, you cant have it both ways...
Ayers was never convicted and did not know Obama-they sat on the same board once.
The Reverend Wright thing was blown out of proportion by the talking heads.
Besides, in your last letter, you said he was a Muslim-were you lying then or are you lying now? No Muslim would sit in a Christian church for 20 years...
Oh.."socialized medicine has failed"...
There is only one Industrialized country in the world without it...
Us.
Tell Rush Limbuagh hi for me.
When her grandchildren went to Iraq...when her grandchildren inherited the debt of the Republicans...
Look Ms. Bowen, you cant have it both ways...
Ayers was never convicted and did not know Obama-they sat on the same board once.
The Reverend Wright thing was blown out of proportion by the talking heads.
Besides, in your last letter, you said he was a Muslim-were you lying then or are you lying now? No Muslim would sit in a Christian church for 20 years...
Oh.."socialized medicine has failed"...
There is only one Industrialized country in the world without it...
Us.
Tell Rush Limbuagh hi for me.
Here We Go Again wrote on Aug 13, 2008 9:00 PM:
Lois, You really need to take a chill pill! Like I said before, put on a pair of that special magic mormon underwear. It will protect you from all of your illusions!
Thomas wrote on Aug 13, 2008 3:35 PM:
I am getting very tired of these "GOP propaganda" letters.
Lois is just parroting their ies, and in fairness probably she does not know it ........ but The World as a legitimate news source really ought, and as so treat these screeds accordingly.
Lois is just parroting their ies, and in fairness probably she does not know it ........ but The World as a legitimate news source really ought, and as so treat these screeds accordingly.
Enough Already wrote on Aug 13, 2008 1:17 PM:
Am I seeing double? How many of the same letters from Ms. Bowen will The World print?
Enough of this already!
Enough of this already!
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