can barak obama become the first african american president?

Question

there is still this stigma of racism,so can a black person be elected as president?

Answer 1

vote for tuhan

Answer 2

The majority of the racists in America wouldn't be voting for a democrat regardless of race. So I do think Obama has a decent shot if the average American voters who don't look too much into politics see him speak. He is a very good speaker and many vote based on who is most presentable (ex. Kennedy vs. Nixon debate 1960). Depending on what happens with the war in th unpcoming months, his stong stance against the war could either help or hurt him. I think it's way too early to count him in or out. He has a uphill battle, but I do think he can win the election if he runs a good campaign.

I also think he has a much better shot than Hillary at winning the General election

Answer 3

Political correctness skill to look over your shoulder once you talk approximately african human beings, because of the fact enormous Al Sharpton could be gazing. bill Cosby tries to talk approximately what you assert, yet he's talking and few are listening. Jesse Jackson and massive Al have a technique or the different been anointed to talk for blacks, and have been pronounced as "race card pimps". i think of a function variety is what barak would be. i'm not african american, yet if you consider which you're an engineer you recognize that ordinary is merely a putting on a bathing device. Tuskegee college graduates some super african american engineers, yet i don't understand what fields of engineering. i comprehend south koreans, yet some human beings could envy your success.

Answer 4

Time hasn't come yet. May be in next 10-15 years when most of the Latino baby boomers have second/third generation of them here which will make them largest minority group.
Well, there are far too many racists/sexists in the US than everybody realizes. And, to make a point elections are mostly the only opportunity for them. Because, apart from elections, any other public racist/sexists behavior is accountable in the court of law. What a pity that the world's oldest democracy have neither had a woman nor a non-white president. Whereas countries such as India (independent for last 60 years only) have had two Muslim presidents so far and currently have a Muslim president and a Sikh prime minister where Muslims are only 15% and Sikhs are only 3% of the total population.

Answer 5

Quite frankly I don't see how he could do any worst than the present leadership in power. He might surprise the entire world if he is given at least a half a chance at the top position in this nation. He appeals to both blacks and whites in a way this country has never ever witness. I don't know how his polling numbers compare with the best Republican candidate in the race and he doesn't come across as a Washington insider. Perhaps that's a good thing.

The young Senator has an impressive record as an Illinois Senator. Go on his web-site and take note of the causes he has fought for. Quite impressive for a young politician in a few short years.

I think the key for Barack is that he has to choose strong experience leaders to surround him in his Administration. I would be interested to know early in this race who he might be interested in having as his VP, Secretary of State, and Secertary of Defense. He will need a cadre of strong supporters and Advisors to bring out the best of a Barack Presidency. YES America, Barack is worth a second look. I am undecided but I have not ruled out a vote for the young Senator from the great state of ILLINOIS.

Answer 6

I think it would be great. I think he is poised, articulate, idealistic, passionate and very moitvated. For the first time, I feel that an individual is really passionate about making a difference in society, locally and internationally. Are we aready for a black President? I'm not sure. I know he's quite popular, but are the red states ready? I don't know. I'm ready for anyone who can make a difference, black white, purple or pink, female, male, shemale, transvestite, or whatever. The question is...is does Obama have the experience? is he too idealistic? are his promises and idealism too much? that he overlooks reality? I sometimes think this. Although I'm not a fan of Hillary Clinton at all (though I am female), I tend to support her on some of the issues. so, i'm still on the fence! If only al gore was running. An al gore and obama ticket would rock!

Answer 7

I believe he can-the racists are a minority, I think, especially if the youth get out and vote.

Race isn't important: substance and character are. I would vote for him even if he was purple, because I feel he is the most in-touch with average Americans and he will listen to us.

And experience isn't everything: Lincoln did not have a lot of political experience and many people think he did an excellent job.

For me, and a lot of his other supporters, we kind of like that he hasn't been in politics for very long: he hasn't been corrupted. He does not accept money from lobbyist or PAC groups, so his votes on policies cannot be bought to benefit special interest groups instead of the American public.

He also helped to pass a bill that requires politicians to make public how much they receive from lobbyists and PAC groups, and what groups they received the "gifts" from.

As for experience with working directly with regular people, he has a lot more than some of the other candidates: he worked for his church for $12,000 a year for 3 years to help families who had lost their jobs due to steel mill closings in Chicago.

He also worked as a professor of Constitutional Law, and he goes back to Illinois on a regular basis to talk directly to the people to find out what they think of what he is doing as their Senator and what improvements they would like to see.

I trust him more than any other candidate.

If you haven't read his book "The Audacity of Hope", it is an excellent read and gives you great insight to his character and what he would like to do for our country.

Answer 8

Americans had changed a lot in the last few years prompting them to accept Blacks and Asians as leaders in their society. Thus, Barack Obama could be voted as the first non-White President because of the present American preference.

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Answer 9

Yes, a black person can be elected President. Do I think that Obama is the one for the job? No.

Answer 10

It's interesting how these hidden racist questions get replies. Why is the color of a person's skin important and how does that qualifies one for an office? Are you all racist ? dayum! Maybe the reason why we can't advance because folks like you promote racism anyway and at anytime then cry when you get your *** beaten by folks who are tired of your racist ways.

Answer 11

It's in your mind... The real problem is the stigma of Hillaryism, which is a lot scarier than the KKK.