The Obama Conundrum
"I'll marry Hillary, but I'll cheat with Obama." Its my Iranian friend again, the one who set us all straight about that nation's quirky president in a blog post some months ago.
She's an American citizen, a devoted Democrat and she can't wait to vote this year and she's a bit sad right now because her candidate appears to be losing.
"We really need a woman in the White House, she told me, obviously referring to Hillary Clinton. Thing is, she likes Obama too--its his wife thats pushing my pal away. She sees Michelle Obama as harsh and hungry for power--the same things Hillary Clinton's opponents seem to say about her.
Interesting. I wonder if many others see Mrs. Obama that way, and if might hurt Barak Obama's case the same way I am certain the 2004 nominee John Kerry was hurt by the public's perception of his wife.
Certainly, Mrs. Clinton is being whipped about by the mixed public sentiments regarding her spouse. But at least he used to be President. There is some reason to be concerned about what level of influence me might have if his wife were to get the job.
But what is it about Michelle Obama and Theresa Heinz-Kerry that seemed to rub some folks the wrong way at the wrong time? And I wish I'd asked my friend--"Would you be more likely to support Obama if he had a different wife?
posted by Derek McGinty @ 2:15 PM
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I had a conversation Sunday with a Hilary supporter (very close friend). I try not to get into these because I am on the 'other side' (republican), but it was OK.
Basically it may all depend who the running mate is in the Fall as to who gets the vote.
The old joke about George's pick was made when he ran the first time (and second)...
Not mentioned in the conversation, Ralph is running again and could end up 'again' as a vote in abstention. (just a thought)
I predict the two will be on the ticket together either way. This will ensure the precedent is set for either women or men of ethnicity in future presidential elections, and consolidate the votes into one group. In fact I think that was 'the plan' all along. Sure some blows are being traded, but this really is a very clean campaign in spite of the rhetoric.
As for Obama's wife?
I think they make a dazzling couple, they compliment each other.
But... they still don't get my vote.
I am a republican and decided I was shakey about McCain but seeing that Ice Queen wife at his side with those soul-less eyes I've decided I will pass on McCain and write in Mr. Paul.
I guess we women will hang each other everytime. Hillary screams and screeches too much for my taste.
I also find the piece about the my party trying to be careful not to appear sexist or bigoted. It's too late. After listening to Sean Hannity today the republicans are off to a bad start, much to our shame.
Just a joke...
I just made this up (although I'm sure someone has already concieved it, I've just not heard it yet)
Were Obama to be elected, what could you then call the USA?
Answer?
An ObamaNation!
I understand this contradicts your personal politics, but I felt you could appreciate the humor just the same.
No, no conflict at all. Its just a joke. Kinda funny too!
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