Seriously. One day I don't know anything about him, the next I see he has two books, a whole bunch of people behind him, and "presidential" inspirations? Are you kidding me? What do you think about this guy? And what's going on? How did it all come so quickly?
I haven't been keeping up with politics...
2006-12-15 00:54:14 · 14 answers · asked by Mario E 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
Some of the things he stands for/against:
Thinks abortion is a woman's right & wants to protect right to chose
Believes we should extend presumption of good faith to abortion protesters
For Stem Cell Research
Voted YES on $100M to reduce teen pregnancy by education & contraceptives
Believes America's race and class problems are intertwined
Thinks sexual orientation protected by civil rights laws
Opposes gay marriage; supports civil union & gay equality
Marriage not a human right; non-discrimination is
Include sexual orientation in anti-discrimination laws
NO on constitutional ban of same-sex marriage
Wants more federal funding for health coverage
Believes that things happen in our lives and healthcare is necessary
Believes health care is a right, not a privilege for the few
Will expand health coverage & allow meds to be re-imported (like from Canada)
Ensure access to basic care
YES on increasing Medicaid rebate for producing generics
YES on negotiating bulk purchases for Medicare prescription drugs
YES on expanding enrollment period for Medicare Part D
Opposes privatizization Social Security
Opposes $2000 tax credit for Working Families Savings Accounts
No opinion on school vouchers
Supports charter schools and private investment in schools
Opposes most mandatory Three Strikes sentencing laws
Opposes absolute right to gun ownership (supports background checks, not allowing known felons to have weapons)
Opposes a ban semi-automatics, and more possession restrictions
Opposes decreasing overall taxation of the wealthy
NO on implementing CAFTA for Central America free-trade
YES on free trade agreement with Oman
Believes the Patriot Act harms civil liberties
NO on extending the PATRIOT Act's wiretap provision
More spending on armed forces
Give our soldiers the best equipment and training available
Stricter limits on political campaign funds
YES on establishing the Senate Office of Public Integrity
NO on allowing some lobbyist gifts to Congress
US policy should promote democracy and human rights
NO on redeploying troops out of Iraq by July 2007
Replace coal & oil with alternatives
Sponsored legislations that improve energy efficiency
20% renewable energy by 2020
Invest in alternative energy sources
Increase CAFE to 40 mpg
Renewable Fuels Standard: require ethanol in fuel supply:
YES on reducing oil usage by 40% by 2025 (instead of 5%):
YES on disallowing an oil leasing program in Alaska's AMWR:
YES on banning drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge:
Drug use is immoral: enforce laws against it
Allow churches to provide welfare services
He is currently the Democratic senator from IL. People have been pushing him towards the race as he tends to resonate well with both Republicans and Democrats, and is seen as a unifying force. His newest book was the most popular - the other was written some time ago. He is very charismatic. I am originally from IL, and my family and friends there (even those with a Republican bent) seem to think he's very intelligent, honest, and would be a good president. I am not sure if he is politically ripe enough, but I personally enjoy the fact that he's pretty scandal free - the worst thing people seem to find on him is that his middle name is Hussein (not after Saddam.)
2006-12-15 01:02:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
He gave a speech at the DNC in 2004. His speech was so inspiring and good that he became a rock star in a minute. He had written his first book before he was famous and now his second " the Audicity of hope" came out in 2006. He is now a Junior Senator from Illinois and hasn't really done much. In my opinion he is all hype and politically empty. He will be forgotten soon and if he ever runs he will crack down under media scrutiny. I think he could be a good senator but president any time soon it's ridiculous and won't happen.
2006-12-16 04:54:36 · answer #2 · answered by cynical 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obama won the Illinois Senator race with something like 80% of the vote, and he's a Democrat, so the political media is kissing his ***. The problem is, Senators have historically made bad Presidents, and this guy is just getting started.
2006-12-15 00:57:11 · answer #3 · answered by togashiyokuni2001 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I think he is a good guy with a lot of promise, but is moving too quickly. I think a person needs to gain more experience before running for president. Obama has only been senator for like 5 minutes and is already planning to run for the presidency. That seems too fast. In a few years, when he has more experience and more of a record, I think he will be a good candidate.
2006-12-15 00:58:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Obama is the media's darling because of the fact that he gave a "great speech" at the 2004 Dem. Convention (while he was a candidate for the U.S. Senate).
2006-12-15 02:06:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think much of him and I will tell you why.
First he "rambles on" on how he just wants to represent his constituency in the Senate.
Second a few months later ( and who knows by which $$$'s divine revelation), he starts talking about Presidency.
A man with just state Rep experience and now a new Senator, hardly seems to me that he can be a President that wont' succumb to all the "lobbies" of Washington and lead us to a "total mess" to say the least.
There's just got to be a better choice...somewhere out there....?
2006-12-15 01:03:12 · answer #6 · answered by dorianalways 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i agree with "andrew". Obama seems to be articulate and well spoken, but it is way too soon for him to be talking about a presidential run. he needs to get several years of experience under his belt, and prove his true mettle. we know very little about how he will perform in office over the long run. even though i have nothing against him other than his lack of experience, at this point i would not vote for him. i just hope the democrats don't run him in 2008.
2006-12-15 01:02:15 · answer #7 · answered by grumpy 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
5-8 nuclear powers in world now. North Korea went Nuclear under Bush Pakiston, Nuclear power, state could have a coup any day. Bhutto got killed. Iran could go Nuclear any day. Columbia under Chavez wants to go Nuclear China wants taiwan North Korea to rule south Korea Mexico wants to invade USA. A 46-year "community activist" who repeats words "hope" "change" is Not ready to deal with a dangerous china, russia, iraq, iran, afghanistan, north korea, taiwan, issues of oil, war & peace, bread & butter. better stay home and work as a "community activist"
2016-05-24 19:46:26 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
read his book. He needs the Money. The ticket will be Hillary/Obama in 2008, take that to the bank.
2006-12-15 02:21:15 · answer #9 · answered by jl_jack09 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He'll be a great canidate for president in 2012!
2006-12-15 02:33:48 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋