His last name rhymes with a well known terrorist. He's colored. I can't think of any more.
2007-02-14 05:25:46
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answer #1
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answered by mrkitties420 4
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1. U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.)
2. Birthdate: August 4, 1961
3. Birthplace: Hawaii
4. Parents: Barack Obama, Sr. and Ann Dunham
5. Graduated from Columbia University in 1983
6. Graduated from Harvard Law School in 1991
7. First African-American president of the Harvard Law Review -- Outstanding level of intlligence.
8. Knows what it is to be poor and struggle, "Obama has worked as a community organizer and a civil rights attorney".
9. Served on three very difficult committees;
a. Environment and Public Works Committee,
b. Veterans’ Affairs Committee,
c. Foreign Relations Committee
10. Not affraid to "BRING BACK OUR TROOPS!!!"
2007-02-14 06:07:12
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answered by tropicalstardancers 1
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1. He was baptized in the Trinity United Church of Christ and
therefore is a Christian.
2. He was the 1st black president of the Harvard Law Review
and graduated from Harvard Law School.
3. He is a longtime critic of the Iraq War.
4. He supports Stem Cell Research.
5. He believes health care is a right and not a privilege for the
few.
6. He supports the woman's right to choose.
7. He believes that the Bush tax cuts help corporations and not
the middle class.
8. He fought for a minimum wage increase.
9. He supports Federal programs to protect the rural economy.
10.He believes in common sense solutions, not liberal-conserva-
tive labels.
2007-02-18 03:23:53
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answered by Anonymous
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I can't name 10, but I can name a few
1. His father is from Africa
2. His Mother is from the US
3. He grew up in a foreign country
4. His Dad was a professor
5. His Grandmother still lives in Africa
6. His wife makes $300,000 per year working as a community relations director for a hospital.
7.He is a Democrat
8. This is his first term in US Senate
9. Served in the Illinois Senate in Sprignfield.
Can't think of number 10.
2007-02-14 05:26:07
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answered by ? 6
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As as child, was taunted with "Obama's so fat jokes"
After finishing Harvard law, served as Doug Llewelyn's understudy on "The People's Court"
Follows Bush's weekly radio address DJ-ing the "Barock and Roll Power Hour"
Real last name: Obamawitz
At Senate hearings, throws on his iPod whenever John Kerry has the floor
Played Kenickie in the Senate production of "Grease"
Makes immigration speeches as hilarious, uninformed foreigner "Borat Obama"
Even Donald Trump can't think of anthing nasty to say about him
Presides over Congressional Committee to lower Al Gore's body fat
Only running for president to piss off Hilary
2007-02-14 05:40:51
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answered by Anonymous
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lol, proprs on the "clean, articulate" referance to bush's speach lololol.
He seems like a good guy, has little political experience, and is hoping his charisma will carry him further than his national policys will. Which it wont. He is blakc but I would hope we're at a point where that doesnt matter. If he had good conservative ideas i would vote for him because he seems intelligent and most importantly able to talk. But hes still better than hillary.
2007-02-14 05:34:46
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answered by Anonymous
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1. Two years ago he said that he would not run for president in 2008.
2. He voted against legislation that would provide health care to babies who survived abortion.
3. He has a 100 percent liberal voting record according to some think tank that measures such things. that beats Hillary and Ted.
4. Says he recently quit smoking.
5. Is not Muslim.
6. Middle name is Hussein.
7. Is very sensitive about the size of his ears.
2007-02-14 05:43:51
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answered by JB 6
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Is he Muslim or black? Look up: Barack Obama Mau Mau Kenya.
2007-02-14 06:30:44
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answered by spareo1 4
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I've got one.
He sponsored a resolution in the Senate that would make it illegal to ask for identification at the voting booths.
He voted for a law that would make it illegal to give medical attention for a victim of a failed abortion (a baby that is born, instead of aborted) I BELIEVE that is called infanticide.
2007-02-14 05:25:55
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answered by Anonymous
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He's Black, he's White, he's a Christian, he's a politician, he's a liberal, he's a Democrat, he's a presidential candidate, he smokes Marlboro, he's from Illinois, and he stands for nothing.
2007-02-14 05:30:13
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answered by Matt 5
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Here's more than ten
Strengthening America Overseas
As a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Senator Obama has fought to strengthen America's position in the world. Reaching across the aisle, Obama has tackled problems such as preventing the spread of weapons of mass destruction and stopping the genocide in Darfur.
Plan to End the Iraq War
Before the war in Iraq ever started, Senator Obama said that it was wrong in its conception. In 2002, then Illinois State Senator Obama said Saddam Hussein posed no imminent threat to the United States and that invasion would lead to an occupation of undetermined length, at undetermined cost, with undetermined consequences. Since then, Senator Obama has laid out a plan on the way forward in Iraq that was largely been affirmed by the bipartisan Iraq Study Group led by James Baker and Lee Hamilton.
Cleaning Up Washington's Culture of Corruption
Throughout his political career, Barack Obama has been a leader in fighting for open and honest government. As a U.S. Senator, he has spearheaded the effort to clean up Washington in the wake of the Jack Abramoff scandal. In a politically charged election year, Obama acknowledged that corruption was a problem that plagued both political parties. He subsequently enlisted the help of Republican allies to limit lobbyist influence, shine sunlight into the earmarks process and promote open government.
Meeting America's Energy Needs
Senator Obama has been a leader in the Senate in pushing for a comprehensive national energy policy and has introduced a number of bills to get us closer to the goal of energy independence. By putting aside partisan battles, he has found common ground on CAFE, renewable fuels, and clean coal.
Honoring Our Veterans
As a member of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, Senator Obama is committed to helping the heroes who defend our nation today and the veterans who fought in years past. A grandson of a World War II veteran who went to college on the G.I. Bill, Senator Obama has reached out to Republicans and Democrats in order to honor our commitment to America's veterans.
Improving Our Schools
We are failing too many of our children in public schools. Right now, six million middle and high school students read at levels significantly below their grade level. Unfortunately, the debate in Washington has been narrowed: either we need to pour more money into the system, or we need to reform it with more tests and standards. Senator Obama has worked on bills that cut through this false choice and recognize that good schools will require both structural reform and resources.
Creating a Healthcare System that Works
The United States is one of the wealthiest nations in the world, yet more than 46 million Americans have no health insurance. Too many hard-working Americans cannot afford their medical bills, and health-related issues are the number one cause for personal bankruptcy. Promoting affordable, accessible, and high-quality health care is a priority for Senator Obama.
Protecting Our Homeland
Five years after 9/11, our country is still unprepared for a terrorist attack. From improving security for our transit systems and chemical plants, to increasing cargo screening in our airports and seaports, the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission have been underfunded and ignored. The 9/11 Commission gave the government five F's and 12 D's on the implementation of its recommendations. Senator Obama is a member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee and has supported efforts to base homeland security spending on risk rather than pork-barrel politics. He has also introduced legislation to strength chemical plant and drinking water security and to enhance disaster preparedness.
Strengthening Families and Communities
Strong families raise successful children and keep communities together. While Senator Obama does not believe that we can simply legislate healthy families, good parenting skills or economic success, he does believe we can eliminate roadblocks that parents face and provide tools to help them succeed. A husband and father of two, Senator Obama has promoted strong families in the Senate.
Protecting the Right to Vote
There is no more fundamental American right than the right to vote. Before the landmark 1965 Voting Rights Act, barriers such as literacy tests, poll taxes and property requirements disenfranchised many Americans, especially minorities. More than 40 years later, there are still numerous obstacles to ensuring that every citizen has the ability to vote.
Reconciling Faith and Politics
In June of 2006, Senator Obama delivered what was called the most important speech on religion and politics in 40 years. Speaking before an evangelical audience, Senator Obama candidly discussed his own religious conversion and doubts, and the need for a deeper, more substantive discussion about the role of faith in American life.
2007-02-14 07:26:08
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answered by Anonymous
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