09.18.08
Why Barack Obama Will Lose the Election
Now that the McCain-Palin train is picking up steam, states that were once democrat are turning into swing states or republican, and voting polls are showing the presidential race at dead even or with McCain leading, I’m starting to see that Barack Obama more than likely will lose this election unless the people of the United States suddenly have an epiphany. I write this post not as a conservative, but as a realist. Despite his articulate and polished presentation and his desire to help the working and/or middle class, he seems to be losing steam. People are “coming back to reality”. They’re seeing through his celebrity status, and realizing that he will not be the best choice for President of the United States.
Since Palin has joined the ticket, republicans are talking about how the party has been re-energized. The news shows many women who are now interested in politics and identifying with Palin’s personality and background. People don’t even care about McCain as much as they care about her. The celeb status has been taken away from Barack and passed to the new rock star. She’s his short term solution to a long term problem. Barack’s no longer able to hog the spotlight. Despite the failing economy that is a result of the Bush administration, middle and working class homeowners losing their homes, McCain’s very lame public speaking ability, and a lack of discussion on any of the issues relative to most Americans, the Republican Party seems to be picking up momentum. Don’t forget that many caucasian citizens who say that they will vote for Barack now will ultimately vote for McCain when election time rolls around. What people say publicly is a lot different than what they will say or do in private. People need to accept that.
How can you say this Slim? You are a black guy after all right?
Indeed. I am. I’m also a realist. I don’t say that Barack will lose because he is less qualified. I say that because people are still ignorant and scared of real change. When I say real change, I’m talking about the thought of a black man running the United States of America. People will use Palin as an excuse. People will say that Barack is an elitist as an excuse. But what it really comes down to is the fact it’s an African American guy. The Presidential Race still comes down to race. Like it or not.
How can the man be looked at as an elitist when many of the previous presidents have degrees from Ivy League Schools and parents or other family members that are heavily influential in politics? How can Barack not have enough experience or charisma, when John McCain is painful to watch speak and he seems to really be unaware of what’s going on for most of the working and middle class? The man is 72 years old with previous health issues, and the next in line for president is somebody wrapped up in scandal that went to multiple schools before getting an undergraduate degree in Journalism. People are comfortable with this? Why is it that people who are suffering the most financially/economically are willing to vote for someone who is filthy rich and has said very little to address their situations? How can he crack down on Wall Street, when the aim for him is to see Big Business thrive?
I don’t particularly think that either candidate is very strong, so people are more than likely voting for the lesser of 2 evils. At this point, it seems as if America would rather endure 4 more years of the same type of policies than look to create real change. If Congress is ultimately controlled by democrats and the presidential administration is primarily republican, won’t they just cancel each other out and have us in the exact same situation we’re in now? Do people really think that these 2 are going to “Shake things up” in Washington?
It seems that’s the new trend. And if we as American citizens continue on this course into election day, the country will get exactly what it deserves. As of today, we’re screwed. I’d love nothing more than to see the country prove my realism wrong at the polls. We shall see.
Ironman said,
September 18, 2008 at 1:44 am
Cosign. I hope you’re wrong, but I know you’re probably right.
Peyso said,
September 18, 2008 at 9:55 am
http://www.redroom.com/blog/tim-wise/this-your-nation-white-privilege
slimjackson said,
September 18, 2008 at 9:59 am
Anybody who reads these comments should read the link above.
Vanessa aka Miss V said,
September 19, 2008 at 1:30 pm
um… if Americans can vote for two idiots (read: McCain and Palin), then they deserve all the crap they will bring if they are elected to office. you can turn on the TV and see how ridiculous the two are, and at best, they are struggling to maintain their credibility in the media’s eyes. As a matter of fact, I read in the news as recent as yesterday that this whole Palin phenomenon is losing its steam after her recent TV interviews.
i’m a realist, too, and I believe the American people will see through the BS and elect Barack Obama in the Fall… for real.
Vanessa aka Miss V said,
September 19, 2008 at 1:31 pm
so yeah, i respectfully disagree
jay3arr said,
September 19, 2008 at 8:46 pm
Being a realist myself, I uttered the same words the other day. I don’t think he’ll win either. I would like to see him get there, but the way things are going, it doesn’t seem likely. Obama’s camp has definitely tried to align McCain with Bush, saying that he has voted with him upwards of 90% of the time, but it doesn’t seem like the public is getting it. Do you think the debates will do anything to shine light on the McCain/Palin ticket? Personally, I look forward to watching them.
Peace,
jay3arr.wordpress.com
slimjackson said,
September 19, 2008 at 10:21 pm
The debates will probably be the most watched ever. I think McCain and Palin will get eaten alive in the debate. Palin hasn’t faired very well in interviews, and McCain is just painful to watch. I reaallly don’t understand people sometimes.lol.
Anti-Crimmigrant said,
September 21, 2008 at 7:28 pm
Real Aermicans do not want a Marxist.Terorr Appeasing. Socialist piece of trash like Obama to win..and he won’t. Sorry pansy libbies!
slimjackson said,
September 22, 2008 at 12:10 am
If you weren’t in such a hurry to make a generic comment with little value, you probably could have avoided those spelling errors. Are pansy libbies related to teletubbies? They sound very similar….
Nyela Goodness said,
September 22, 2008 at 9:27 am
…and the tea I was drinking is now all over my keyboard…
Lee Grant said,
September 22, 2008 at 2:23 pm
The 2008 Presidential election will go down as the “Mealy-mouthed” election. People are saying one thing and will do the opposite in the voting booth. Mark my words. Furthermore, it appears that McCain is gaining lots of ground in Washington state. If he appears to take Washington states three weeks before the election, guess what folks? Yes, California and New York will jump on that bandwagon with a quickness; something to do with the ever-so-liberals-keeping-up-with-the-Joneses scenario. And the whole country will fall like dominoes with Michigan and Pennsylvania right behind. Bottom line folks: McCain 485 Obama 50. Oh, and another vision my crystal ball is forecasting and that is McCain will serve either one or less than one term as President. He’ll be turning over the show to Miss Kitty for the 2012 election, if not sooner.
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November 9, 2008 at 8:36 pm
Why Barack Obama will lose the election?…hmm………
Kelli Jenkins said,
November 10, 2008 at 7:44 pm
Wow, were you EVER wrong!
slimjackson said,
November 10, 2008 at 7:52 pm
Yeah, about me being wrong….
“I’m starting to see that Barack Obama more than likely will lose this election unless the people of the United States suddenly have an epiphany.”
And I wrote this back in like September. A lot changed since then. But while you’re here commenting to your heart’s delight, check out my new site at http://www.threewaystotakeit.com
Thanks!