I am not sexist or racist.----I have questioned whether some people will vote for or against Hillary simply or partially because she is a female ??........And I am now asking If Some People Will Vote For Or Against Obama Simply Or Partially Because He Is Black ??---Do You think it is Logical to vote for or against a Candidate because of their race or sex ??? - Do You think Obama's race or platform is more of an issue ??- How important will Obama's race be in determining whether he is elected President ?? - PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE QUESTION BEFORE YOU ANSWER - Thanks
2007-12-06 03:28:34 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
Of course.
We in America nominate and elect men as much for how their profile will look on a coin as we do for his/her convictions.
Race is more contentious than height or profile so I'll say it will be a major factor for many voters.
2007-12-06 03:35:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 4⤋
I'm from Arkansas and I have heard several people make the comment that they would not vote for Obama because he is black. It's sad, but it's true. I also think there are still people that would note vote for JFK because he was Catholic and I know there are many people that will not vote for Romney because he is Mormon, but our country has come a long way over the last few decades. I think we are at a point that a black man can get elected president, but whoever that 1st black president will be will be held to a higher standard than our rich old white presidents. I really like Obama and I was planning on voting for him until I discovered good ole Dr. Ron Paul.
2007-12-06 03:48:35 · answer #2 · answered by Porkchop Jones 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
There are some people that a to lazy to learn the issues and where each candidate stands. Those people will vote based on there biases. This is a very intrusting presidential race. We have strong candidates that are Mormon (Romney), black (Obama), a women (Clinton) and a evangelical pasture (Huckibee). Hopefully people will vote for a candidate that shares there values and views and not who looks the most like they do.
Personally I'm leaning towards Romney.
2007-12-06 03:44:43 · answer #3 · answered by uthomelist 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The answer to your question is "yes." There are racists and bigots on both sides of the issue; some will vote for Barack, and some against, just because of his race. And it's wrong, racist, and bigoted to do either.
I like Barack, but I'm not going to vote for him, because he's a liberal. But I'd love to sit down with him over a beer and talk with him. He seems like an interesting guy.
Vote for Rudy!
2007-12-06 03:44:59 · answer #4 · answered by Rick K 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Sure. And some will not vote for him because of his name. Others will not because of his lack of experience. A few because they just don't like him. Some might even pass on him because they don't like his political ideals, a particular stance on an issue, or his plans for America.
The same can be said for Hillary.
Or any candidate.
2007-12-06 03:38:26 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
Without a doubt there are still many people in this country who will not vote for him because he is black. However, there are also many who will vote for him because he is black.
Me, I am color blind, I cannot see the color of a mans skin, But I do see what's in their hearts, and that would be his platform. for me that's what is most important.
Too bad we all can't see it.
2007-12-06 03:35:44 · answer #6 · answered by SFC_Ollie 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Some will no doubt about it. I don't know that human beings will ever collectively come to a point of no prejudice. Simply because of pride we have always tried to segregate ourselves in some form or another. Of course its wrong, but it happens.
Religion is a much bigger factor to me.
Also politics.
Also value system.
But not race.
2007-12-06 03:39:39 · answer #7 · answered by Jordan J 1 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Of course "some" people will (on both counts)....
No its not "logical" to vote for people purely on the basis of skin color, but that does not change reality.
If he can do well in Iowa however....I think this indicates that he can do pretty well anywhere.
(I am a Republican who wont be voting for Obama however. It has nothing to do with his skin color.)
2007-12-06 03:34:13 · answer #8 · answered by Calvin 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't vote for him for any reason. He is the most liberal candidate in either party (even more than Hillary), and that is reason enough for me not to vote for him.
2007-12-06 04:21:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
No we shall not vote for him because he is black.
2007-12-08 05:06:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋