Do you think Obama should be the Democratic presidential candidate?

Question

I really don't think he should be and here's why. I really don't think that the majority of white people in the United States would vote for black man, and especially considering that he has a Muslim father, I'm sure the republicans will smear that all over the media in order to destroy Obama's image. At this point American cannot afford to lose another election to the Republicans.

What do you think?

Answer 1

IF Obama was the candidate, his record, or lack of one, and his personal politics would be what kept him from the presidency, not the 'racism' of white america. Tell me which is racist: the man who thinks we all should have an equal shot, none favored over others, because we're all equal, or the person who believes some aren't good enough to make it on their own, and need large amounts of help? Personally, I think the latter is the racist, as most of the civil rights leaders pre-90's would fall into the former. No character assassination would be required.

Answer 2

I respectfully disagree. I think Bush has created such a bad taste in everyone's mouths that America is ready for a Democratic President. This is not the 1950's. "White" people are becoming the minority. I honestly think if Obama would run with Hillary as his VP, they would be an almost unstoppable force. I believe people are sincerely listening to his words and not looking at his geneology. I voted for Bush thinking he would make a huge difference in this country and he has...just not in the way I thought he would. I am ready for a major change and I believe the nation is, too. Unfortunately, the next President, whether Republican or Democratic, white or black, male or female, will inherit the problems of this Presidency, including the war. That will be a major obstacle and an automatic reason for criticism.

Answer 3

Most white people in America would be willing to support a black candidate who shares their values on the issues - but by most I mean ~80%. That said, many white Americans (including Democrats) may not want to give Obama the benefit of the doubt because of his race. I believe this will be particularly true in Pennsylvania, a key state for any Democrat - Pennsylvania is a religious and socially conservative state (perhaps surprisingly so), and white Pennsylvania Democrats may not be willing to support Obama when they hear his stance on religion. Same may be true to a lesser extent in Michigan (where an anti-affirmative action vote passed by ~16 points last November) and Wisconsin. All three of these states are must-wins for any Democrat,. Obama's race will also be a liability in long-shot Democrat states Virginia and Florida.

Answer 4

I would prefer to see Hillary 50times over. I seriously don't think the US is mentally prepared for an African-American president. Lets face it I think we are willing to accept a female president first and foremost. I am an African- American with multi cultural back ground and that still makes me an individual first. So I don't agree with characterizing Obama based on his parents religious belief or other wise. He is his own person. Now I much rather see him on the ballett then flipping Arnold Schwartza what cha ma call it. At least by right Obama would earn his name on the ballett. He would meet all the criterias. As for what cha ma call it. He is not a natural born American. Since he is married to a Kennedy ( Maria S.) does not make him that much more qualified or should not mean we would even think of changing the Presidential Criteria. If that's the case then hell yeah maybe we are ready for a black President after all. I would prefer to see a female president wether black or white over a black male. I am definitely not prepared for a foreign President even if they were to change the policy. Take that as you may. I am sure I don't speak on behalf of everyone but at least I think i speak on behalf of the ones with better sense. You know what someone told me and I am beginning to wonder if it is true. Not to make this a black or white issue. Someone told me the poorest white man would prefer to see me and the rest of the black population suffer and put a republican in office even if it will kill them. I guess the last election speaks for itself. As well as, the fact that we are on this topic is proof of that as well. So rock the vote America when the time comes. It's all up to you the voters. It does not matter what you or I think as individuals. Peace and Love

Answer 5

... Mostly I hope you are not right. I hope that free thinking educated Americans can and will decide on a person because of who they are and what they stand for.. not their fathers religion or the colour of their skin.. however... I do agree.. the Republicans will start some stupid rumour about him.. just as they always do about every new person. I'm not sure what they are afraid of. After Bush, you would think even they will be happy for an honest change.
If he's on the ticket.. as president or vice president.. i will vote for him. Who says we have to have someone with more experience. Experience often breeds dishonesty... I'm ready to take a chance.

Answer 6

Yep, they`ll run with him returned. Who ought to probably be greater qualified than a guy who might have executed the job for just about 4 years by using the time November 2012 comes around? A sitting president hasn`t been denied of project to run for a 2d term because of the fact the Eighteen Eighties and it ain`t getting in this time.

Answer 7

The Repubs don't have to lift a finger to smear Obama's image, the Hillary Clinton "click" have already started doing just that!

Answer 8

Seriously... people are so petty that they would not vote for him based on his father's faith and race? Really?

The fact that he was a Harvard-trained lawyer who skipped a lucrative private practice job to devote himself to being a social activist on Chicago's South Side means nothing about his character? (If you want to be petty, he's half white - mainly from Ireland - and a distant cousin of Bush and Cheney.)

I first heard about Obama on the El - Red line in February. One of his students at the University of Chicago was actually walking from car to car, saying "Good morning. I want to talk to you about my professor, Barack Obama, who is running for Senator." and then would answer questions to anyone who would ask. I must have seen this guy 3 times before the Democratic Primary. My vote was decided on this, because I know that I would not stand out in 10 degree Chicago weather walking up and down the red line for any of MY college profs.

That guy has charisma. He's intelligent. He can handle complex problems with nuanced answers. What more do you want?

Answer 9

I'd take him over Hillary in a day. He would probably do better since she has had some shady real estate deals that came be drudged up. Plus she just seems after her own interests. So I think America would trust Obama more. He just needs more publicity which will come in the coming months.

Answer 10

The coming months will be telling, as Obama will be required to face a great deal more scrutiny than he has to this point. I don't think the lack of experience will be such as a negative factor given that our current president had executive experience (as governor of Texas) but it did his presidency very little good. We shall see!