Obama lied last week and than came clean today. Don't want a liar in the whitehouse or an EXTREME liberal. He ain't NO Christian in my view.
He should have been honerable right at the beginning of his election but didn't until the cat came out of the bag.
NO MORE PLEASE "IT'S BECAUSE HE'S BLACK". I'm sick of that one.
Where were all Black Americans when Alan Keyes was running for President. My husband and I supported him. Remember, he's Black. He's brilliant and would have been an awesome President. I never heard Black Americans come forth and vote for him. He didn't make it far at all!
Borack, this morning, said too little too late. He just got caught and now is trying to sugar coat everything. Well, actually that isn't true. He said he would never denounce Wright.
Just listen to his speech and you'll come to the same conclusion. He Shouldn't Be OUR PRESIDENT.
God Bless America!
You are just another white racist Hillary Clinton supporter.
Nothing more than damage control, and I don't believe a word of it. I also believe that White will CONTINUE to be his spiritual advisor. I hope the American people take this to heart and see what the REAL change would be.
I am sure this was a difficult speech for Senator Obama to have to make, but it also revealed the fact that he lied when he said he had never heard the type of sermons his "spiritual advisor" has been preaching. Unfortunately, this is a pattern we have seen throughout this campaign. First he allows his campaign to blame the Clinton campaign for whatever it was, then he denies whatever it was, then he allows his campaign to turn it into something racial, then he has to admit the original charge was true. We saw it when he denied anyone from his campaign had spoken to the Canadian consulate about NAFTA until a 1300 word memo was produced, we saw it when another advisor tells a foreign press that he may not stick to his Iraq campaign promises (of course, she supposedly had to step down because she called Hillary a monster rather than because of what she said to the foreign press). We saw it when he denied that his campaign was engaged in distorting words of the Clintons and trying to paint them as racists in SC until a 4 pg memorandum released by his own press secretary that spells out just how to do that was produced. He denies he knows much about Tony Rezko and then he has to come clean and say that not only was there more to that relationship, but that they talked almost daily and he did know Mr. Rezko was in trouble already when they made their "boneheaded" land deal. Over the weekend, he denies that he ever heard the type of rhetoric that his own spiritual advisor was making against the US until the videos were released. Now during his speech today, he admits he did and never stood up and said anything about it. Now he also wants to minimze it by trying to explain the black experience and pain still suffered by things from the past. I certainly am ashamed of some of my country's past, espcially slavery, but I am tired of it being used as an excuse to say what today can somehow be justified. I HAVE stood up to people I know when they make outrageous statements, including my own grandfather whom I loved dearly. He came from a different age also, but it still didnt make it right and I would say so. Senator Obama should have had the guts to do the same thing. That certainly doesnt make my judgment superior to Senator Obama's, but it sure doesnt make his judgment any superior to mine or anyone elses either.
Obama is a MUSLIM!! his middle name is Hussein and his pastor is a racist!!
WE CANT HAVE HIM RUIning our country!!
I think Obama's 20 year relationship with Rev. Wright has tarnished his image. I have been on the fence with Obama or McCain and now I am going to vote for McCain.
Obama has lied from day one. He knows all too well what the pastor is. His supporters will spin it becuase they can't defend it. He is a big PHONY and finally the news is getting out about his character. He does not have the moral fiber to be president adn run on uniting all of us. I knwo for sure today that he does not represent me.
#2 YOUR AN IDIOT!
No one who associates themselves with anti-Americans should be allowed to be President of this nation. It isn't only about Rev. Wright; it is a pattern that has been forming for months, from his wife to his college friends. There is something not right about the man.
He lied like my long lost Dutch Uncle.......
..........and that's all I got to say about that
Signed,
Forrest....Forrest Gump
PS
Sorry Bubba
If Senator Obama is so worried about the education of the young generation, wasn't he worried when the children and the teenagers in that church herd this kind of speech?
B. Larson
Teacher
The man lied last week. The man knew of his skeletons in the closet. The man was described by Oprah as "brilliant." The man talked of change and hope. Did he lie then? Or is he lying now? In court, he would be torn apart. Like the NY Gov, he believes he's above the law and can get away with lying or hiding the truth.
I see no difference between David Duke (KKK) and Jeremiah Wright (US of KKKA). If it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, it must be a racist! Black against white racism is no different than white against black racism.
His true colors are coming out now. I thought at first he might be able to bring all Americans together, but after his speech today I have a lot less confidence in him and would NOT vote for him.
Dear Obama Supporter,
You just proved Corrine's point.
Last week he denied hearing the comments. This week he acknowledges that he at least knew about them. He got caught, plain and simple. We're not as stupid as he and Hillary think we are.
Haha, the generic retort shows up already. "You are just another white racist Hillary Clinton supporter.". Get a grip, loser, they are both communist scum. The hard right needs to come down like a hammer ... take this country back.
I'm an undecided voter. Tonight Obama demonstrated that he "walks the talk". I know he's a politician --- a good one. But, I'm begining to see that he just might be THE person to bring the left and right together. He spoke TRUTH for everyone of every color. I'm going to listen more.
It stretches belief that you could spend that much time with someone and not be aware of the philosophy of the Reverend. The speach was eloquent true. It did address the present and future. It did not resolved the issue of how you stay in the church with a philosophy you claim to disagree with.
For me it is irreconsilable for someone who says he wants to unite black, brown, white, yellow Americans to have spent 20 years with someone he calls mentor who is so intentionally divisive and inflammatory as Reverend Wright.
As a disheartened Democrat, I saw his speech as a sincere effort. It left me not having sense that he is a strong leader, but a weak apologist. I do not think he has leadership. Magnatism yes, but I will not vote for him.
I live outside Chicago in Illinois and we all have known he has cozied up to less than reputable people to get ahead. We were hoping he wasn't just another Jesse Jackson clone.
I was with him and he was winning in my opinion until he admitted that he lied about never being present while those kinds of things were being spouted. And talk about hypocrisy with the whole Imus fiasco!!! Just a total shame!!! I can't believe that so many in the African-American community buy into these things. If he becomes president I fear there will be retaliation.
Obama is a liar and he cannot be President of USA
Now I really believe Obama has an agenda!!!
As a disheartened Democrat, I saw his speech as a sincere effort. It left me not having sense that he is a strong leader, but a weak apologist. I do not think he has leadership. Magnatism yes, but I will not vote for him.
Obama is an agent that will start the next war. Whites and Jews will be rounded up into Hussein Obama's concentration camps.
SEE HERE:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Prhnc2fxAzg&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=9hPR5jnjtLo
Anyone who would equate their OWN grandmother to Rev Writghts ranting, is beyond the pale.
Nice Barak, throw your own grandmother under the bus.
#2 shows how dumb you have to be to support this crap! LOL
Nothing Mr. Obama said would satisfy most of you
I truly wish Obama had given this speech a month ago. Obama lost all credibility with his ‘denial’ of knowledge of Wright’s radical sermons. He’s told too many lies. Why did Obama put Wright on the Obama political campaign, when he knew about Wright’s radical beliefs? It appears the Obama Team only comes clean after they get caught! Too little---too late. Maybe next time.
For me, it is the double standard of which exists within Obama's church. How can a man who is going to "unite" America belong to a church that reminds me SO much of the racism I was taught was COMPLETELY wrong. Only, it was me being White and told that people who talked like Mr Wright in regards to Blacks were stupid and to be ignored.
Obama has really lost respect in quite a few voters eyes. I cannot even begin to understand how people say "why are people spending so much time on this story?". Well, if a white pastor had said such things at a church that Mcain had gone to for 20 years, there would be protestors outside of Mcain's office demanding not only he withdraw from the bid for the White House, but to leave office COMPLETELY.
That is the part of this story that truely angers me, amazing levels of a double standard. I thought any form of racism was wrong, here I guess I have been wrong 36 years of my life...
The speech was excellent and he touched on issues that all Americans have dealt with. He exposed his faults and his strengths as well as his pastors. He could have easily thrown away a person for his faults, but chose to forgive him as any Christian is obligated to do, in everyday life. Yes, even in politics.
Obama will never make partisan repubs happy.
There was nothing racist or anti-American in what Rev. Wright said.
If you can point it out to me, then we can have a debate rather than a
Circle Jerk(R)
Too bad you guys can't see the forest for the trees
Does anyone think he reminds you of San-Jiya or whatever his name was? Who is voting for this phony?
These Polls are a joke. Obviously they are being manipulated by racism and bias. How does it feel Greta to know your core audience is white, bigoted men and woman who will go after any person of color? You are fanning the flames, I don't understand why you aren't being more forgiving and you are going after Obama's and his pastor with such vigor and quite frankly venom.
Why don't you go after the people who de-fund inner-city schools which has a direct cause and effect on poverty and drugs rates in our society? Where's your vigor on those issues?
He tossed his grandmother under the bus! You have to be kidding me! I'm sure if she were alive she would give him a dope slap! Tells me volumes about who Obama is!
Well at least he admitted he lied.....not good enough...McCain gets my vote now.
I have been a member of the UCC church all my life. It was very disturbing to hear the hate speech of Reverend Wright and, coupled with the remarks made by Mrs. Obama (and even the topic of her dissertation) all indicate that if Barack Obama actually is unaware of all these remarks and viewpoints flying all around him, then he is either stupid, naive, and untruthful. I am beginning to believe the latter and that mades me sad.
His JUDGMENT and CREDITABILITY are more at stake here than ever.
This is supposed to be a Presidential candidate? NO WAY. His so called
church speaks of more divisiveness than ever. He has been involved
with too many low life's. And those were HIS CHOICES.......dismiss them?
NO GET RID OF THOSE PEOPLE! and he has NOT......instead, he threw his
WHITE grandmother under the bus.......
If it walks like a duck,
Talks like a duck,
It's probably a duck.
Birds of a feather flock together,
They also fly together,
They eat together,
Yup! Nothing more to say.
Sen. Obama might be a great public speaker, but he is running for the highest office in the USA. He represents me and my beliefs and as of today, nothing has changed. He lied before, what is to stop him in the future? Once a liar always a liar. I don't want a Commander in Chief that is a liar and doesn't have the "cajones" to tell the truth in the first place. Sounds like a typical politician!
America will never move on if ppl are not willing to change.. Simple as that. Regardless of this speech. Barack is the first black man running for President and if it wasnt this situation there would have been something else... America can be very disappointing sometimes.. media included.
I don't believe Obama subscribes to the beliefs of his pastor but as Corrine stated, he tried to lie his way out of it. He waited until had no choice to address an issue he tried to hide and then did the only thing he's good at - gave a great speech. A great speech as a whole - I won't get into the areas that were less than fair to various people - does not make a great leader, as CNN is trying to suggest at this very moment.
It is unacceptable he takes his small children to a church that preaches such hatred. America will not trust him to be a leader and protector of America
Obama has been given a free pass by the media up and until this point. If he is to lead the nation he must be able to challenge "Ignorance" and show leadership which he apparently couldn't muster in his own life.
He's a very fine speaker but, where's the beef?
Obama knocked this one out of the park. He did something that most politicians are afraid to do. He addressed the issues of white resentment and black anger. He did so in a way that was unifying, not divisive. Finally, he elevated the myopic focus on Wright's statements to a broader issue of the complexities of race in America.
Please, let's not retreat into our respective corners. Let's give credit where credit is due. This was a fine speech.
DONT BLAME OBAMA, HE HAS BEEN AN AGENT OF BLACK COMMUNITY AND ALL HIS ACHIEVEMENT IN LIFE HAS BEEN THE EMANCIPATION OF BLACKS AND HES PERFECT IN THIS, ITS A MISTAKE FOR ASPIRING FOR THE PRESIDENT OF AMERICA. HES BEST FIELD SHOULD HAVE BEEN THE PRESIDENT OF BLACKS
I think he breachee a subject that all thee other candidates dances around. More to come. Let's get Clinton to release tax returns and her earmark list. Is she hiding something. The Clintons are shady.
WOW! Obama is so ignorant;
We dont want a leader who is only for the Blacks!
WOW he throws his grandmother under the Bus to become president?
How dare he be anti Israel, Anti semitic Anti 9/11. He is so ridiculous and so naive its proof positive he should not be President.
ALso , Minister Wright was so influential in Obama's life.... if he espoused these views for 20 years, Obama must certainly agree with them.
How dare Obama condemn whites and his grandmother.
ITs OVER OBMAMA> He has no judgement. BYE BYE
I think he did a terrible job explaining himself. He lied Friday night on FOX news when he said he never heard his paster speak that way. Then today he said he did. He lied then and is lying now. So you can never believe him, he thinks we the people of America owe him and his race. Sorry, we are all Americans not just one race. He says America is a great country, but he wants to change it. He can't have it both ways.
Notice how he said he never heard Rev. Wright say anything derogatory or mean to any white people in PERSON... i.e. the 2 white people at the sermon. I'm sure he said plenty of racist things about white people and I'm sure becoming President is just Obamas way of GETTING BACK at the white man.....
We saw a sign of the way the Obama's believe with the comments of his wife.
Sounds similar to the reverand's I you can classify him as such.
Where would the blacks be if the whites had not brought them here from Africa. I don't believe in slavery but at least the black african americans have not had to go through what the people of Africa has gone through.
I have been a member of the UCC church all my life. It was very disturbing to hear the hate speech of Reverend Wright and, coupled with the remarks made by Mrs. Obama (and even the topic of her dissertation) all indicate that if Barack Obama actually is unaware of all these remarks and viewpoints flying all around him, then he is either stupid, naive, and untruthful. I am beginning to believe the latter and that mades me sad.
I believe that Obama's statement that Wright profoundly influenced his life put Obama's foot further into the Political grave.
It is deeply disturbing that Obama allowed such negative influences into his life and that of his family. ... and to think that he's a legitimate candidate for the highest power in the land. I'm sure the CIA and other agencies are looking into this with grave concern.
David in Orlando
I think Obama is the best person that has come to us and it is only natural that people who are against us would condemn him to gain their own rewards. We had the Clintons for eight years and we do not need them again.
What has this country come to? I'm 43 and and I know of the problems we have in this country but I cannot believe the America I know and love and was raised in can vote for somebody who represents so much hate, won't wear an American pin, who won't denounce such hate speech and who will ultimately divide this country like never before.
Why are we giving away the American way, letting in so mnay illegals, won't fight around the world for what we believe in, and actually believe WE are the criminals!?!?!? Our founding fathers and the greatest generation would turn over in their graves.
I'm proud to be an American and this candidates wife is NOT? And Hillary would allow the United Nations to be the foundation for our laws?
For God's sake, what has happened to our great country? Who turned off the melting pot????????
Obama is hypocrite
Obama claimed last Friday that “the statements that Rev. Wright made that are the cause of this controversy were not statements I personally heard him preach while I sat in the pews of Trinity.”
Today Obama states” “Did I ever hear him make remarks that could be considered controversial while I sat in church? Yes.”
So this I take it is the “new” straight talking politician that is here to unify us. Looks like he needs some practice when it comes to honesty, sincerity and judgment.
Geraldine Ferraro may have made some crass comments about Barack being where he is because he is black, but it turns out she was right! If John McCain attended a church for 20 years where a preacher preached racial epitaths against black in the genre of Rev Wright, McCain would be gone right now. He would not even be able to serve on an town council - end of story.
While everyone else in the church was standing, singing and shouting over the radical comments, I'm sure Obama was sitting quietly thinking about how devisive the comments were!
To-day Obama has shown his true color... He is a dangerous man.
This is a shuck and jive speech, nothing else. My God, can't you just him, his pastor and Farrakhan sitting in the oval office of the white house with their feet on the desk.
senator obama said that he didn't agree with 'most' of Wright's anti american comments but spend the remainder of his speech applauding the man and justifing why he did agree with Wright's veiws.
by his own admission he lied in earlier statements when he said he wasn't there or had knowledge of Wright's political views. you don't spend twenty years with someone in that close association and not know, so it was evident he lied and in this speech, confirm it.
Obama plays the race card and panders to the black who feel they are victims of america and americans.
"The Audacity of Hope?" I think not; how about "The Hypocrisy of Dope!" Let's see; what has he ever done besides drugs and getting elected in the most politically corrupt area of the nation? Hmmmmm???
How dare Obama cast aspersions upon real Christian pastors that do not spew hate and malice as does his pastor J Wright. My pastor models Jesus Christ everyday to everyone. He is a hard-working, gentle, gracious, serving, kind, always-available, honorable man. Would you describe J.W. in these terms? And how can you trust an eloquent liar? One who throws his "loving" grandmother under the bus.
I wanted so badly for Mr. Obama to do the right thing and denounce Rev. Wright and his hatred for america.
He did not. He tried to justify Rev. Wright's remarks and behavior and came off as a closet racist himself.
I appreciate those in the media who brought this to our attention.
Prior to this Mr. Obama had a smooth ride.
He should not be President!!!!!!
Reverend Wright is correct in everything he said. White America is arrogant and hopefully Obama will change this arrogance for good.
You who oppose Obama are just like the Clintons, racist to the core.
The Clintons are the most racist, white supremacist in the U.S and everyone who supports them are racist too.
This is all a ploy of the Hillary Clinton campaign to target the good name of Obama.
Anyone who believes this crap, is just as racist as Hillary.
I noticed that Sen.Obama failed to mention 'forgiveness' in his listing of things he learned from Rev.Wright. Does Rev.Wright believe in forgiveness or will he just forever remain bitter toward white people?
Obama, Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, Farrahkan....all the same. Racista who hate anyone who is not black. Difference is Obama is more polished and educated.
Pastor Wright is a racist and Mr. Obama has followed him for 20 years. Does that make Mr. Obama a racist? NO. It tells me something about his judgement and I donot want a man with such poor judgement as my President. For Mr. Obama to ask me to compare his pastors racist views with my pastor is insulting.
Also for Mr. Obama to bring his "white" grandmother and her views into this controversary is shameful.
Vote for McCain.
It just seems beyond belief that Barack Obama, given his intelligence, could have attended Pastor Wrights church for 20 years and not once come upon one of his outrageous sermons. I am very concerned that Senator Obama is in actuality a black separatist. Only now, when it possibly gets him in trouble, he trys to get out of it. Not only was Pastor Wright talking hate, but hate against our country, and white people in general. I think that White supporters of Senator Obama should wake up and smell the coffee. It seems to me, that Senator Obama will say whatever he needs to to try to extricate himself from this controversy.
Thanks to your attention to this important story I have changed from the bias of MSNBS and Mathews and Oberman to Fox. Six weeks ago I would never have believed that possible but MSNBCs cover up of Pastor Brown's contact with Obama has been too much to bear - and I once supported the guy.
B. Hussein Obama should change his slogan from Obama for America to Obama for Aftica. I do not believe Obama at all. My pastor does not say anything I do not agree with. The day I do not agree with my pastor, the day I leave my church. I see Obama's pants on fire. After today's slick speach, there isn't anything he can say to change my mind. 20 years of brain washing, exposing his children to racist brain washing is not the type of president I would like to see in the White House.
Obama has a judgement crisis. Do I want some one as my President who attends a church for 20 years and then tells me he is deaf to the sermons!
Great to see that more people are realizing the true person that Obama is by the kind of people he calls "spiritual advisors". I really wonder if the reason he has made it this far is only because of the other choice the Democrats have?
I'm so sick of hearing about the wrongs that were inflicted on the African-Americans. Our history, along with that of the entire world has inflicted terrible acts on all kinds of people. Look at Hiroshima . . . or the Palestinians attacking Israel . . . or the Japanese Internment . . . or if you want to get down and dirty, what we all did to the American Indians! It's all part of our history. Rev. Wright's opinions are horrible, inexcusable and un-american! Obama can sugar-coat this to death . . . but he obviously harbors the same feelings about the injustice done TO HIS PEOPLE. I use to watch Oprah because she always seemed to cross all racial barriers . . . that is until she also said TO SUPPORT OBAMA, IS TO SUPPORT OUR PEOPLE. IT IS OUR TIME! That doesn't sound like a collective voice for America to me!
Why have we never heard about Mr. Obama's mother, white grandmother, or his father?
Come on! This Obama guy gets shadier the more we get to know him. He is nothing more than a corrupt politician! Nothing he says is the truth anymore because we find out later that he is nothing more than a liar. I am cringing at the fact that he already admitted he lied about the amount of money Rezko raised for him! How can I put my faith in him when everything he says is a lie! Especially the lame excuse of, "I wasn't there to hear those comments." Duh, he attended this church for 20 years, he had to have heard something!
I guess there absolutely are no honest politicians anymore. I keep waiting for someone to be "REAL" but guess what? No matter what Sen. Obama preached, he is the same as the others. He should have owned up to this from the beginning. If he made this speech when this came out I would have had the utmost respect and been committed to his quest for the presidency.
I can only wonder if Obama would have been as indignant had been Hilary's or McCain's minister saying simialr words about blacks... or if Black maerica would have been as quick to defend the words of a white minister. The level if desingenuosity is appalling.
This was not so much about race as it was about hate and untruths that is being spewed to the black community, including all of the children in the congregation --- sounded very much like a madrassa (sp?). Having the people in the congregation be told not to speak after the service --- 0h, Oh, what about free speech. Shades of a cult.
Great speech. Very comprehensive. Comments above are full of hate
not showing an impartial reasonable judgment.
I think Mr. Obama fights only for one race. I haven’t heard him speak of his activism for Hispanics, Asians, poor White people or any other races. He’s all words and no substance. He’s also part of the corrupt Chicago Political Machine. So he and his campaign is not without sin.
Mrs. Clinton has a long record of public service for the working and poor classes of ALL races and creeds.
We saw a man who people believed in and now he has become a politician
Obama is a phony, and now he has been caught. The down side is, to push him aside, leaves Hillary...... Talk about a no win scenario
No way that he did not know what his Pastor was preaching.
Romney was chased out because people were afraid he would take orders from the LDS Church.
Obama should be chased, because he could end up taking his cue from this pastor who taught him for 20 years.
Hypocrisy, thy name is Obama.
John
Im a life long Republican and was seriously considering voting for Senator Obama....NOT NOW!
It is not fair to say he lied about anything. Anyone who says that has not heard a word he has said and just has there own agenda. What we need to do is stop focusing on distractions and deal with the real issues facing this country and who is best to solve them. The war in Iraq and all the problems facing our country are important than what some minister said 6 years ago.
Unfortunately, I feel betrayed by Senator Obama. He is either still lying to us or to himself.
I do not believe a word he has to say, i always felt that he was not being truthful
with everyone
I just don't think I can trust Senator Obama anymore. Rev. Wright is, in his words, like family to HIM. To ME, if Rev Wright were white, he would be wearing a sheet. I don't think you can hide your true colors for decades - Senator Obama had to know what a racist Rev. Wright is.
I have no respect for a man who would label his grandmother a racist for comments she made privately, and compare her to a racist pastor who uses his public pulpit to spew his hate speech.
I am a conservative republican who was considering voting for him. He will NOT get my vote.
Problem- 20 years is 800 sundays, 1/2 that is 400 sermons---cannot believe in 400 sermons that he never never heard anything----improbable!!!!!
What disturbs me the most is the realization that, just as Islamic terrorists preach hate to their children, so do preachers in the black church. Now I understand why we'll never get beyond race in America. Hate is being taught every Sunday in America's churches. Powerful blacks in America don't want things to change.
Listen, if I run around with skin heads but I defend them by saying they are still nice people because they helped a lost puppy one time. that is crazy.
The speech was just another Dem. shell game. Quickly change the true subject and blame anything or any other instead of accepting responsibilty.
It is too bad that the Stupid Party didn't elect a real conservative because they would have slaughtered the Evil Party.
Finally, the truth comes out about Obama. He will say or do whatever it takes to be elected. He lies, miscontrues and aligns himself with questionable individuals. Is this the change America needs? I think NOT!!!!!!!!!!!
He has stated that Rev Wright is family. I know what everyone in my family believes, so does he. I don't see how we can believe him any more than we can believe Hillary.
It would be a huge mistake if america allowed this man to be president!! Anyone with intellegence could see that he was not telling the truth but , was trying to save his pollitical career!
Obama is done! He can try to do all the damage control he wants to, but most white Americans, especially outside of the Northeast, had much anxiety about voting for Senator Obama - Now that he failed to unequivocally denounce Mr. Wright makes him unelectable. He has actually created a greater race divide. I don't think Senator Obama is electable anymore. The only alternative for us Democrats, now is Hillary.
It is not fair to say he lied about anything. Anyone who says that has not heard a word he has said and just has there own agenda. What we need to do is stop focusing on distractions and deal with the real issues facing this country and who is best to solve them. The war in Iraq and all the problems facing our country are important than what some minister said 6 years ago.
One thing I have learned in life is true character is all about moral courage. That only gets truly tested in times of personal conflict. If Obama is true in his statements today, and I believe he is, I still give him low marks for moral courage. He should have confronted his preacher years ago. That would have been true moral courage.
I have more respect for him today for sticking his neck out and explaining himself where some politicians would just ignore or shuffle the deck. I'm tired of politicians going out of the way to not answer questions or pretend they are answering them. I'm considering voting for him and I have never voted for a "D" ever.
I was so impressed with that speech
Barack's speech just shows how far he is willing to go, to lie to his supporters, in an effort to do whatever it takes to get elected. God help us if he does get elected. We know he'll surely backtrack on things he's promised. Look at the NAFTA controversy. We're seriously supposed to believe that his "spiritual advisor" his "uncle" for the past 20 years never revealed these anti-American and extremely racist views to him??? Give me a break!!!
Wow, this must indeed be a Faux News poll! Talk about right wing nut cases--Obama is a MUSLIM and yet this uproar is about his CHRISTIAN pastor??? You guys have been listening to Sean Hannity too much. Sean Hannity's America indeed.
Nice job of reading prepaired politically correct speech. He needs to get real look people in the eye and answer tough questions without the hype.
Unfortunately, Mr Obama was less than truthful today, and he preferred to throw his grandmother under the bus rather than just admit his mistake.
Change is not about winning regardless of methods, but proving that he is the different type of politician he claims to be.
This guy is wasting his time and our tax dollars. He can never be elected and should not be. He hasn't got a clue about anything.
20 YEARS, HELLO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
An important issue for me is that I don't feel any differently toward the
Reverend!
I don't think you listened to the speech!! You need to open your eyes and ears!!!! I think it was an incredible speech!! I think the contents of his speech were very real and true, so many people should really evaluate what he said, uniting our country is what needs to be done, and he is the one to accomplish this..
Greta, first he said that he only took $60K from Tony Rezko during three campaign cycles. Now he admits it is closer to $250K. Last week he said that he had never heard Rev. Wright spew his hate speech. Today he admitted he did. Why? This is no boy from the hood. This is an educated, articulate man who has attended universities that most Americans can only dream of sending their kids to. What was his point in trying to cover up the truth about Rezko and Wright? He gained nothing and he is smart enough to know that in the end, he would not gain by lying.
I am a Republican. Faced with McCain as our candidate I had actually thought about voting for Obama as the thought of having a Clinton for president again makes me nauseaous. However after hearing what the reverand has to say and knowing that Obama has been involved with that church for 20 years I would no longer consider voting for him and will tell every democrat I know that they should not either. I can only hope now that McCain will win the race. I hate seeing how rascist people still are. I was hoping Obama would maybe be the one to get us out of the pettiness and help the US move beyond the race issue.
We had better be afraid....very afraid!! Judy
The flags were a bit too much. A lot of fluff in his speech. Great political speech but don't feel he is sincere. Tell the people what they want to hear. I'm tired of this type of rhetoric.
Should Obama be cheated out of the Democratic nomination, my family and I would actively campaign for and vote John McCain. Simple. Hillary is the cause of all this bad blood and division within our great party because of her greed and stupid belief that the white house is the clintons birth right.
It's unfortunate for America that Mr Obama has put the fat in the fire. By his own hands he has created a racial dilemna that may very well set race relations back several decades. He is rather arrogant to say that race is an issue we cannot offord not to address these days. Where has he been all these years. America has been addressing this issue since before the 60's. I hope to God that he has not lit a fuse that we cannot put out beforte it creates chaos. In my opinion Mr. Obama was not qualified to run for the presidency when he started and for the good of the country should withdraw now.
I think it just shows Obama is yet ANOTHER Liar. What choice does he have but to deny the comments? THINK America. We do not need another Liar in the White House. How can you believe a word he says??????
I believe he wants the presidency.... so he can take the country down --and get his revenge on Americans...he does NOT respect this country, or the segment of this country that fought, for the freedoms that he and his Harvard -educated wife enjoy. Whjite , black and other types of people, and they were NOT all white or all black, and he has let his anger and resentments toward white Americans out. So how can he represent and lead a nation when a great portion of it matters NOT to him?
Obama should drop out of the race. He is a liar. He will say anything now just to get votes. I am so ashamed of him and that horrible angry preacher of his.
Obama has already changed his story about never having been in church when these sermons were given, now he admits to having been there, yet not agreeing with the pastor. He also plans to continue his relationship with rev.
Wright, which is an absolutely frightening claim for a man running for president of our country
Whites and Jews will be rounded up into Hussein Obama's concentration camps. SEE HERE: http://youtube.com/watch?v=Prhnc2fxAzg&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=9hPR5jnjtLo
Obama is running on a platform that he excersises good judgment. His judgment however is suspect because of the company he keeps; racist ministers, fellons, previous wethermen, etc. His judgment by is own words are suspect in his dealings with Rhizo (sp) on a land deal not much different from whitewater.
Why isnt the press and tv comentators make a large point about this. Last, I saw his impromptu statement and can only conclude that he is lying and thinks that the public consists of fools. It is a Sharpton and Jackson hussel.
Greta,
I enjoy your analysis of things legal, but your political bias is disturbing. Obama is probably the most authentic politician in a few decades. Fox News has mostly a conservative audience. You may be about to lose the 25% of your other viewers
Why did the church put out these particular videoes to represent their church if they can't take the questions about them. Obama said last week he was not in the church when these comments were made today he says he was.
Birds of a feather flock together. I can't fathom the thought of Obama and Pastor Wright sitting in the Oval Office laughing and reminiscing about their last 20 years together..
Obama made a good point about Gerraldine Ferraro.
Reverend Wright cannot be compared to Geraldine Ferraro, who is truely racist.
She is far more racist then Rev Wright.
How can you give Geraldine Ferraro the master racist of the Hillary campaign a free-go?
I think Obama's 20 year relationship with Rev. Wright has tarnished his image. I have been on the fence with Obama or McCain and now I am going to vote for McCain.
There is nothing he can say. It is obvious his wife was there during some of these sermons.Plus 20 years says it all
IF OBAMA CAN'T EVEN STEP UP AND LET REV WRIGHT KNOW WHAT HE IS PREACHING IS WRONG OR CONTRAVERSIAL... HOW CAN WE EXPECT HIM TO HOLD WORLD LEADERS ACCOUNTABLE AND POINT OUT THE WRONGS THAT LITTER THE WORLD TODAY...
I believe people are a product of their associations. He exposure to the Reverend has impacted his thinking. He can't deny that. He can say one thing but the reality is that he is exposed to this garbage. I dont believe this is the first time this Reverend has spoke racially either. If it had been a white pastor up there he would be considered the kkk.
Obama LIED!!!!!
Last week on Hanity he said he was not at the church when those inflamatory statements were made and then TODAY said he was aware of the controversal remarks,SO WHICH IS IT huh Obama.I do not want YOU
in the whitehouse.I was considering you UNTIL all t his came up.It is
just inexcuseable how you would skirt the issue and dance around
this.I don't know how you could go to the "CHURCH OF HATE" when
you came out of and were carried NINE months by a WHITE woman.
This is DISGRACEFUL!
Barack Obama's children and MANY other children heard these messages. When you see the glee on some of the people's faces, it is heartbreaking. We need to get beyond the past, and make a better future for all people. Many atrocities happened to "white" people. This was a bad decision, I feel, for a mentor for a privileged black child who grew up in Hawaii and went to prep school and to Harvard. There are many positive thinking black pastors in the country who could have helped him learn about part of his heritage.
I am 72 years old. My Grandfather lived in a time when there were signs saying "HELP WANTED, IRISH NEED NOT APPLY".
The Irish Priest did not DAM America, as a matter of fact, the Irish, in spite of their status, were the majority of volunteers in the civil and 1st WW.
A wolf in sheeps clothes and disguising himself as an angel of light is the tall man who will not walk into the White house to rule from the highest political office.
God will not be damned nor America according to his spiritual advisor of 20 years.
I did not think of Obama as "black" at the onset of his campaign, but I do now. He has injected race into his campaign, and has demonstrated why many whites in this country are so upset by the double standards of race in this country. It is perfectly acceptable for blacks to do and say whatever they feel, but whites cannot say anything even remotely politically incorrect. I am not racist, but I cannot feel sorry for blacks who promote the victim mentality. We all have difficulties to overcome - ALL OF US!!
Greta, first he said that he only took $60K from Tony Rezko during three campaign cycles. Now he admits it is closer to $250K. Last week he said that he had never heard Rev. Wright spew his hate speech. Today he admitted he did. Why? This is no boy from the hood. This is an educated, articulate man who has attended universities that most Americans can only dream of sending their kids to. What was his point in trying to cover up the truth about Rezko and Wright? He gained nothing and he is smart enough to know that in the end, he would not gain by lying.
Obama is done. He has lost any creditability he may have had. No one can look at him and not wonder what he really thinks. If all this type of hatred is preached in Black churches, as they try to say, then it is easy to see where the black mindset is and why they are flocking to this man. If Hillary Clinton's pastor said anything like this, especially about the blacks, all HELL would break loose...
I absolutely agree Senator Obama's speech on Race in America was appropriately timed to be addressed now.....not one moment before today. I am confident he prayed to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, to find the guidance as he lay his pen to paper and with every stroke of the pen. Can you believe that Hillary said "she didn't hear his speech?" That tells you something FAR MORE telling....wasn't she interested? Was she too busy to hear one of the more important speeches EVER in her generation?
I have a very hard time believing Obama didn’t know about the hate speech in his church.
If i were running for president and had a mentor who was a grandmaster with the kkk i would have been crucified by now. What's the difference?
IF OBAMA CAN'T EVEN STEP UP AND LET REV WRIGHT KNOW WHAT HE IS PREACHING IS WRONG OR CONTRAVERSIAL... HOW CAN WE EXPECT HIM TO HOLD WORLD LEADERS ACCOUNTABLE AND POINT OUT THE WRONGS THAT LITTER THE WORLD TODAY...
Everyone was wondering just how to attack Obama without being called a racist. It looks like he did himself in. No one had to say anything. Hillary just sat back and waited until he shot himself in the foot. He is toast. He lied. He should have walked out of that church the first time he heard the hate speech. I would follow the money and see just why he stayed on.
I do not think more or less of him. I never liked him to begin with. He was harder on the grandmother who raised him than he was the hate monger he calls his spiritual advisor.
Obama just showed us that he is a poor judge of character ... known this racist man well for 20 years and had no idea of his beliefs? Do we want this type of quality in our President?? I'm glad his true colors are coming out.
A couple of days ago he said he never heard these views. Today, he said that he did hear these speeches but did not agree with them. Just one more reason not to vote for him
No one could sit under such hatred and not be affected by it. God is love and those that loveth not knoweth not God For God is LOVE.
"None of these statements, are anything that I heard personally, in the pews." What did you say Barack? Oh, you changed your mind now? You did hear it then, I see. So you told us an untruth? That would be lying, wouldn't it? Thank you, will the real Barack Obama please sit down.
Has Rev. Wright's church been reviewed for violating its tax emempt status? My understanding is that when a non-profit organization, such as a church, uses the pulpit for political influence, the organization may potentially lose its non-profit status for tax purposes.
If this is correct, (I'm not a tax expert), what is a potential president of the U.S. doing by participating in this situation?
Also, the litmus test for any pastor's sermon or message in a Christian organization is: is it scriptural, is it Biblical? Scripture is the standard by which a pastor's statements must be compared.
I am 72 years old. My Grandfather lived in a time when there were signs saying "HELP WANTED, IRISH NEED NOT APPLY".
The Irish Priest did not DAM America, as a matter of fact, the Irish, in spite of their status, were the majority of volunteers in the civil and 1st WW.
Again, Americans are waking up too late.. It looks like Democrats
will have to vote Republican if Obama gets in there because we can't
let that nigger control our White House.... After two sessions of Bush
Obama will finish off the US for sure!!!
WE NEED TO GET CLINTON IN THERE AS SHE IS THE ONLY HOPE WE HAVE LEFT!
This guy is wasting his time and our tax dollars. He can never be elected and should not be. He hasn't got a clue about anything.
Enough already. Obama is the only one who has made any differance in any election in my life time. I have always voted Republican, but with the country in the shape it is, I believe it is time for change, and Obama can bring it. Please STOP the "Republican Witch Hunting".
Here is a man that for 20 years has set under preaching by a man that he claimed today “distorts reality.” Here is a man who knew what his pastor was saying about this country and even worse about a particular race of people and yet for 20 years said nothing. Here is a man who would have never said a word, had this not exploded in his face. He is a liar and a hypocrite, a man who claims to believe in racial equality, yet attends a church and sat under a preacher who is obviously a racist. I am not interested in electing a liar as the next President.
This poll was difficult for me to answer.
Prior to hearing this speech, I wasn't sure I could have thought more favorably of Senator Obama than I already did.
Now I know, it was, in fact, possible, and most likely, inevitable!
Our next President of The United States of America, Barack Obama, is the certain to be the greatest President our great nation has had in over half a century.
GOBama '08
Four More Years! Obama '12!!!
Blah, blah, blah, Obama can give all the race speeches he wants until the cows come home. The fact of the matter is that for twenty years he and his wife have allowed themselves to be exposed and mentored by Rev. Wright, the satanic anti-American racist that he his, and now Obama wants to distance himself from Wright by making compassionate race speeches; sorry but it won’t work.
Obama is a shallow and transparent person who needs a good lesson in life. People that you associate yourself with are reflective of the principles and standards of oneself, notwithstanding a Harvard degree! And the same applies to his wife Michelle, a Princeton graduate, calling America “Mean” and making other such undignified statements.
It’s a gloomy time in America when the likes of these people rise to the level of a presidential candidate and first lady.
Everyone is missing the truth behind Obama’s Pastor and Church doctrine. All their worldview is base upon Liberation Theology. Liberation Theology is Marxism dress in Christian garments. Or if you prefer using Jesus words: “Wolfs in sheep clothes.” Wake up and do not be deceived. Obama cannot go against his spiritual leader because he believes in the same doctrine, and will continue to apply it to all he does. He is deceitful.
Obama's a liar. In Michelle Obama's speeches have been reminiscent of Rev. Wright attitude and beliefs about America and Americans.
It is obvious that Obama cannot be trusted to teel us the real truth. If he is so Patriotic and loves this country who gave him the opportunity to be where he is today, that he woud disown his miniter who is clearly un-Patriotic. His pastor is clearly racist.
Mr. Wright, the so-called preacher, should stop reading books on liberation theology and read the Book, the Bible. I think this man should research the slave story. Their own people sold them. If he is not happy here he needs to return to his ancestors' country. He has lived better here than he ever could have in Africa. GO BACK.
What hypocrisy - Senator Obama was one of the first presidential candidates to come out and ask for Don Imus to be fired after his racially charged remarks, and yet he stands with his pastor who spewed more hateful remarks and anti-american rants which were factually untrue.
For someone who is preaching unity - this is certainly not the way to create it! Since Senator Obama has said he will not disown this hatemonger, then it will certainly reflect in the polling booths.
I think Senator Obama reflected in his speech today his perhaps conflicted feelings regarding his bi-racial ethnicity. It was as if he had a white side and a black side and for awhile I felt as though he was saying things that reflected his white side and then he would switch and start saying things that reflect his black side. I kept getting very mixed, conflicted feelings during his speech. I think he is conflicted.
Obama turned me off completely when he began his speech going back to slavery before the civil war. Race has nothing to do with this issue. Antiamericanisn has everything to do with it.
Thank you Fox News and Hannity and Greta for reporting the truth of Rev Wright and letting Americans know what is going on. I don't like Obamas judgement and he is lying. I do not feel he needs to be President.
I would never have voted for Mr. Obama because I thought he was an inexperienced, inept socialist. Now I think he is dishonest, deceptive, arrogant, insulting, and dangerous. His "pastor" is revolting. I truly cannot understand how American people can consider this man for office.
I have heard enough about Obama. It has been on every channel today all day long. I am not a Hillary supporter but I hope she demands equal time. I won't believe a word he says from now on.
Go John McCain
Wake up America!!!!! Do you want a President that would go to Rev.
Wright for advice on how to lead this country? He has lied to his country
by saying he wasn't there to hear those comments by Wright, then today
he admitted it. Race is not an issue in this election, but honesty and integrity is.
THIS GUY OBAMA IS A LIAR!!! IF THIS WAS A WHITE PERSON THAT MAD THE REMARKS THAT THIS SO CALLED REVERAND MADE- THEY WOULD BE STRUNG UP!!!AL SHARPTON AND JESSE JACKSON WOULD BE HAVING A FIELD DAY. BY THE WAY- I AM BLACK
Obama has shown himself to be like any other politician: deny, deny, deny; admit nothing & when you do have to admit something, make it as little as possible
I don't think America is ready for a black president. I am very fearful that if he should win the Democratic nomination that the ensuing race problems will make the 1960s look like Romper Room.
I have never been in a church where a minister behaved like Rev Wright did. I have never seen that kind of goings on in any church. I am a 62-year-old white woman born and raised in the south. We already have enough racial issues in Atlanta.
We dont know who to believe, I think they are all decieving us, it is scarry to thank this is all we have to vote on in our President for 2008.
He insults my intelligence, he disrespects his white grandmother (there were things that were taboo many years ago), he equates Wright's remarks with a misquote taken out of context from G. Ferraro and he is truly an egotistical ass who thinks he is going to lecture and demand from the white population that we discuss and address the race issue. Whites have been very impartial in this campaign and voted for him based not on the color of his skin, but what they thought was the content of his character. He has only himself to blame and he needs to address the racial issue with his own supporters who are incredibly divisive and racist.
He really needs to accept defeat because he will never be elected President.
I am a Republican Voter. I was very touched by Obama's speech and I am considering voting for him to get Hillery out of the picture. I just can not trust her.
Whites and Jews will be rounded up into Hussein Obama's concentration camps. SEE HERE: http://youtube.com/watch?v=Prhnc2fxAzg&feature=related http://youtube.com/watch?v=9hPR5jnjtLo
Question. Just wondering what position in the Federal Government would a President Obama appoint White to.
Yes Margret, Black Racism is alive and well.
I am native american and no lover of whites,but, his doublespeak offended me deeply. I was an Obama backer but no more. It is a sad day when it is ok when one race can claim it is ok to condemn another,yet, you arent supposed to condemn them! A sad day indeed.
How can a presidential candidate not denouce a so called preacher ,who in may opinion is a racist and anti american and reaping the benifits of america in doing so.
Wright introducted him to his Christianity. What was he before, a Muslim? I have never heard such hate speech in my 70 years. Thanks to Fox & other news people for making us aware of this. Obama is so scary. I can not imagine him head of the most powerful country in the world.
I live in Ontario Canada, and of course always watch U.S politics due to the impact it has in Canada. I think the U.S is the greatest nation on Earth as well as Canada.
Regarding Senator Obama and his speech today: Anyone who believes that Obama did not intimately know what his Preacher was all about is extremely naive and I have some property on Baffin Island that I would like to sell you.
Obama could not have had the relationship with Wright for 20 years and not know what his beliefs, ideals and convictions were.
Obama is doing damage control. He is obfuscating the issues and snowing the American public. I know because I come from a country with a lot of snow.
Seriously Obama is not to be believed. He is a great speaker but he is doing nothing but giving people who are tired of the "battle" more and more spin.
I believe that America would be more dangerous to live in with Obama as President because I believe that he too is naive.
If he succeeds good for him however I believe he is way over his head.
Did anybody notice the keywords right smack dab in the middle of the speech? Theres a very weak attempt to shift negative focus on conservatives.
It went something like this:
blah blah blah..."white anger"..."Reagan Coalition"....blah blah blah.."conservative commentators"..."bogus claims of racism"...blah blah blah...next paragraph...blah blah blah "evil corporations."
Why all the American flags behind a "man" who won't even pledge allegiance to our flag? Mike
Mr. Obama used the speech to talk about the Rev. Wright issue as a racial one.. In fact he should have told us why we should think he is able to use good judgement when it comes to dealing with world leaders who hate America. They will be much more cunning and deceptive than Rev. Wright would ever know how to be.
Greta, I am so disappointed in your reporting on the clearly biased reviews of the Borack speech. Since all the reviews were positive one might get the impression that all American's were impressed. Clearly the deck was stached with Borack supporters. Passed that, Borack needs to get his story straight. He eithier lied during the Major Garret interview or he lied today. In any event, I hope this eye opener opens a lot of eyes!!!!
The man lies and his judgment is lacking. He has no business being president.
I believe him to be a lying muslim. The koran allows lies when it is expedient to do so. A Christian, although some do, is not to lie. There should be a movement to remove him from the presidential race.
IF OBAMA CAN'T EVEN STEP UP AND LET REV WRIGHT KNOW WHAT HE IS PREACHING IS WRONG OR CONTRAVERSIAL... HOW CAN WE EXPECT HIM TO HOLD WORLD LEADERS ACCOUNTABLE AND POINT OUT THE WRONGS THAT LITTER THE WORLD TODAY...
Fox news is no different than Rev Wright in thier rooted righteousness. It is time to look beyond this and join as a nation, united for a common good. Ask yourself...which canidate will lead us there?
My issue is, if he allows his children to go to this church and if he is friends with someone that is so negative and hateful what kind of example is that for his own family first off, if he allows this for them what will he allow for us when we are not even his blood! They say the pastor didn't mean it to be hateful, but what else could it be... If it was a white pastor there would be hell to pay. There are too many double standards here.
"Obama should drop out of the race". He is a liar. He will say anything now just to get votes. I am so ashamed of him and that horrible angry preacher of his.
Was he there in the church or wasn't he? Today he says, yes, I was there. Two days ago he wasn't there. His uninviting Pastor Wright last year tells me he knew then!!! If you believe that he didn't know, do we really want a pressident that doesn't even know what's going on in his own church? The democarats must look beyond these primary elections with their convoluted rules of counting votes and look to November. Obama is NOT ELECTABLE !!!
He lied. Simple and short. He had lied that he had no idea the kind of rhetoric his spiritual adviser uttered. Today he admitted he had known all along. It's a shame he is a liar too.He just wants to win an election as all politicians do. Trust me he is no different.
He won't wear the flag on his lapel, he lies to us openly, he will not disassociate himself from a man who openly hates this country and Obama wants to be President of the USA, I don't think that would be the America I want to be a part of.
Why does the news only interview black or white leaders on this subject. Why not talk to the person on the street, including some white people? I'm sure their views are as important as anyones. After all, they're the voters.
He lied. Simple and short. He had lied that he had no idea the kind of rhetoric his spiritual adviser uttered. Today he admitted he had known all along. It's a shame he is a liar too.He just wants to win an election as all politicians do. Trust me he is no different.
Ms Ferraro is due an apology from this man and his campaign He has used race when it was to his advantage and now wants a free pass from the press and media like he got when his campaign was tarring the clintons as racist the only racists are Sen Obama and his campaign staff.
I believe he is forcing people who didn't necessarily have a racial complaint to take a side. This may help Obama but it is hurting the racial divide that is in America.
No. Obama lied and now he is being a politician, just as he was when he joined the church 20years ago to get ahead.
After stating emphatically several tmes last week that he never heard his pastor say these inflamatory things, in his speach he now says he did.
I found alot of things troubling about the situation and the speach, but I think my main concern is his judgement. How can Obama unite the races of this country, yet take his children to a church that teaches hatred of non blacks?
Obama's relationship with this church is bothersome. My question is, there are things that I have read about Obama, like is it true he will not recite the pledge of allegiance? Is it true he will not salute the flag? Is it true he attended the Wajabi (spelling ?) school in Jakarta? (sp. ?) Is is true that this church does not allow whites? There is more to this man than meets the eye. Wake up America. FYI, I am a white woman from a predominantly black community.
This was perhaps the best political speech of my lifetime (I'm 34 years old). It addressed a serious topic few politicians dare discuss, and did so with candor and complexity.
Some of the comments here seem to reflect either people who did not actually watch the speech in its entirety, or who are so predisposed to dislike Obama that they would have criticized absoluately anything the man had to say.
It's a shame, because Obama -- much like McCain, in fact -- is a break with dogmatic politics. That may not be good news for Fox (or other partisan media on both sides), but it could be very good news for America.
I think it is time to move on to more important issues.The Iraq war is approaching it's 5th year anniversary,and we are on the verge of an economic recession and this is what we are talking about.This is just shameful.Time to move on to the bigger problems facing the American people.
How quickly we forget the words of Nostradomus when he clearly predicted that an Arab (Muslim) would rise up from no where that at first appeared to be good for us all; but eventually would reek havoc on the world and become the catalyst for Armeggedon! Are we not already seeing this....
THINK ABOUT IT
Obama wants to keep his pastor for the black votes..but the white democrats will not vote for a person who is associated with some one who hates america and whites ..we have better choices..surely we aren't that desperate .. we have other choices in a president
Senator Obama continues his rant for change and how he is not a "politician". Finally people can start to see him for what he is, a true politician. He wants us to believe he has had a relationship with his pastor for twenty years ( a close one) and does not that have similar beliefs. He chooses to use race when it is beneficial for his campaign, but when we get some insight into his world and associates he is being picked on. Obama can dish it out, but can't take it. This country does not need a liar that tells everyone everything they want to hear just to get elected.
Obama's first reaction to this episode was to not tell the truth during his interview with Major Garrett. Now that he knows it can be proven he was in fact in the pews when these anti-American statements were made, he decides to tell the truth in this speech. I think this speech should do him more harm than good because he told us who he was during it.
I have changed churches when I did not agreed with the view of the pastor.
I do not feel that the pastor should preach politics from the pulpit, he should be teaching the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Flo: He had no choice! He lied on Fox TV when Major G. interviewed him last week than stated something else today! He did know about his Pastor. Think about it. Do you attend church or someother organization? After attending a while I bet you know most of what they stand for or their mission statement. Now take a 20 year history. DId you see Wright humping the alter immitating Clinton and Monica? DISGUSTING. Wright thinks we injected blacks with hiv virus!!!!!!! Now Obama gets on declaring him as a family member. Do you really, in your heart of hearts, believe that they are NOT of like mind? This is just common sense. What did you expect obama to do? He's been fooling the country and BEEN FOUND OUT! He had no choice but to come out and start talking. Wasn't even from his heart. He read it either off a paper or promptor. Don't be fooled my friend!
Obama is an inexperienced weak leader and his presentation confirms that fact. He is not qualified to be President of the USA.
I now know he is a liar. I work with several blacks at work, I am out numbered 3 to one, and they all support Obama, and try to draw me into arguments everyday. They say it is time for a black man to rule over whites. I am no racist, but I am sick of the whole I am black thing. My Parents, Grandparents, Great Grandparents, nor any of my relatives ever owned Slaves. I am sick of the favoritism they get. The whole black attitude has to go. He has now shown himself to be a liar. In addition, I believe his pastor is a racist, and I personally do believe Mr Obama to be a radical left wing extremest, and possibly a Closet Muslim. I am sick of the whole lawyer/politician thing in State Capitols and in Government Period. It is these Lawyer-Politicians that have screwed up the economy. Mr Obama, go away, stop playing the race card. I for one am mad as hell.
It seems there is a never ending attempt to say someone on the other side did the same thing so we should give some lattitude. I thought Obama might be the one person that would finally stand up and say no matter who does it, it is wrong and there is NO excuse for it. Period. Racism will continue until that person comes along and says it is wrong everywhere, everytime. Obama showed he is another in a long line that just can't get it done.
One issue that is ignored in the discussion of Race,but is ALWAYS exploited by African Americans is that the HISTORY of slavery includes many races ,yes even white people were ensalved in Ancient Culture. Many different ethnicities in fact been enslaved throughout history.
Last week he said he had not personally heard Wright say these things. Today he said he did hear him say them. Which is it Senator?
I think Obama if he had in honor in him at all should step down because we don't need a liar running our government he got caught lieing about NAFTA , about Wright ,Faracon, and the one who bombed several places in the United States He is nothing but a phony
I find it strange that he surrounds himself with flags at this speech but will not wear a lapel flag pin.
I know we do not need a president that stands by an individual that is not only racist but is anti American. What judgement does Obama have in staying with this pastor for 20 years and beyond. This pastor has obviously done a lot of political favors for Obama for him to have such support for this pastor. Can you imagine what Americans would be saying if Hillary or McCain's pastor supported the KKK!
Steve
This man is a lying, muslim, anti-american racist. Are we seriously considering allowing him to run our country.
O'Bama just cost himself the Presidency. In order for him to win he would have to take the white moderate independents. There is no way he will take this group now. We are rollng the dice and moderates are not gamblers.
I will keep this short. The man scares me and I am sick over this. The hatred that many African-American still have in their hearts is awful and un godly! How can he associate himself with the wolf in sheeps clothing??? I pray Obama does not become President of the United States of America. He is who he associates with. That is REALITY!!!
The anti-American rhetoric of Jeremiah Wright directly reflects the attitude of many in the black community. I find it utterly amazing and absolutely unacceptable rhetoric on the part of a presidential candidate. A candidate who is unwilling to face and apologize for the remarks made by a confidant to any segment of America does not deserve the presidential and commander in chief position.
How is Obama a lier? He hasn't changed what he is saying. You have to actuality listen and use the facts.
Dont just believe the hype take a second to actually look things up.
Did anyone else notice how bias Gretta's last out and about interview was. She didn't do an interview she did a out and about statement. LOL this is why Journalism is something you go to school for.
AS A CHRISTIAN I CAN NOLY SAY THAT IN MY CHURCH WE PRAY FOR ALL REGARDLESS OF RACE OR RELIGION. I RESENT MR. OBAMA STATING THAT PRIESTS, RABBI'S AND OTHER CLERGY SPEAK LIKE MR. WRIGHT. MY PRIEST DOES NOT AND HE SHOULDN'T ASSUME OTHERWISE. LETS GET DOWN TO IT, HE LIED AND GOT CAUGHT.. THERE IS NO WAY HE CAN GET OUT OF THIS ONE.. HE'S BLACK WHEN HE WANTS TO BE AND WHITE WHEN HE WANTS TO BE.. I AM SICK AND TIRED OF WHAT WE SHOULD AND SHOULDNT SAY.. AFTER 9/11 MY CHURCH PRAYED FOR ALL THE LOST SOULS THAT PERISHED ON THAT DAY..WHAT ABOUT OBAMA'S CHURCH. WHAT HIPPOCRITES...
Like it or not we all are judged by the company we keep. First Obama tried to say he wasn't in church during these inflammatory statements. When that didn't work, today he admitted he had heard them. He lied. I actually think he's been lying about a lot of things the whole time. I think his bid for the presidency has suffered a fatal wound. I am glad this has come out. We don't need a man like this for President.
I think Obama may be a little "culture confused", ya think?
Talk about a flip flop, this takes the cake!!
It insults me to have this man say he has had such a strong relationship with this man and yet would have us believe he has never been in a service when these views were expressed. I would certainly have thought more of him had he just been honest.
I also believe Obama is a muslin, and so does my sister. The only racist remarks that have been made are from Obama, and Rev. Wright, number 2
I have been a lifelong republican and feeling this country needs change, I was supporting Senator Obama. That is until I heard his comments today. I feel his position is devisive and very inappropriate in these times of deteriorating race relations. His spiritual leader is and has been spewing radical thought and I fear that he may have the good Senators ear. This will not be helpful in resolving these difficult issues.
Now we know why Michelle Obama made her remarks..So, why shouldn't we believe Obama is only saying what he is to get votes. First he says he never heard Rev. Wright's words, now he says yes I did so, which is it?? We have had 8 years of half truths..Please,no more.
I cannot believe that anyone here does not think that the Clinton's are liars. What about Whitewater and stealing from the White House at the end of the second term? Lots of lies from the Clinton's over the years,
Barack Obama is another Jimmy Carter -- an unknow on to whom we projected our fantasies. This time, however, we are learning more about Barak before the election than we learned about Jimmy, and it is not favorable. He lied to the nation when he said he never heard Wright make those extreme statements. We now see that Barak played the race card since he got to Chicago; that's how he was able to run for the State Senate. Today's speech revealed the shallowness of Barack Obama.
If you want to see how a mixed race person with integrity behaves, look at Tiger Woods.
I have attended church all my life (50+ years), and my pastors have NEVER talked politics in church. I would not attend a church where politics were brought into sermons.
Obama reading the teleprompers and never looking directly into the camera came across as insincere. Twas like a child looking away after just getting caught. Wright's church has muslim beliefs.
Is Rezco tied to this church also and did he launder his money thru it for Obama?
Obama thinks more of his American-hater so called pastor than his own grandmother who raised him. He can recall bad remarks from his grandmother when he was young, but can't remember things his so called pastor said.
He won't hold himself accountable for his own actions. He brought every politician in on HIS mistakes and continued to use the race card against whites. We gave him a chance and he blew smoke up our behinds.
Ummm...Wes? Pastor Wright claimed that America invented the AIDS Virus as a way to kill African Americans. This is the same Pastor who is Mr. Obama's so called "spiritual advisor". If you do not see a serious problem with this...then please stay away from the polls on election day.
He did not convince me that he does not share the same feelings towards white people and America as Rev. Wright. The old adage is most appropriate here: "Tell me who your friends are and I'll tell who you are". I cannot believe that Rev. Wright has been Obama's spiritual leader for these many years and he could sit in the pews and listen to such racist and hatred views if he did not share these views to some degree. There is no place in God's house for racism - it's hatred. "I command you to love one another as I have loved you and all men shall know you are my disciple." So if he was not there to indulge in this man's non-religious rants, why was he there?
If Obama gets in , we may as well kiss out butt goodbye. We can wake up each morning & kiss the prayer rug ! get long white robes & wont have to SALUTE the U.S. Flag, anymore !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lets get real ! Vote McCain. Thanks , Sambo
Obama started his speech this morning talking about slavery and how the white man enslaved the blacks, but it was actually blacks in Africa that were selling other blacks and shipping them off as slaves to the rest of the world.
Think about it. Do we want the "Rev" Wright visiting our White House, bringing along Malcom X and Louis Faracon in tow? Obama stated that he will NOT disavow his minister and "spititual adviser". God only knows who will be sleeping in the Lincoln bedroom next.
He needs to have a press conference and answer specific questions. He's using a typical ploy of giving a speech so he DOESN'T have to answer questions. It's NOT GOOD ENOUGH and this isn't over in my view. I'm a democrat but I'll NEVER vote for him in the general election unless he answers ALL questions put to him without trying to deflect the question or change the subject. Looks like McCain's chances are getting better every day.
What bothers me is that he spoke brutally about his grandmothers comments, but he didn't share the same disgust about the reverends comments. If he does not hold the same view, he should be drawing a CLEAR line in the sand. This is NOT the man that I would want to lead our country. The wife's comments, the view and words of the reverend, and now his own actions all come full circle. Very disappointing.
Senator Barrack Obama is doing what he accuses others of doing and playing the "race card". today is the first time I have ever heard him mention that he had a white grandmother, however it is a well known fact. I have no problem voting for a black person but surely there are black candidates more qualified than he to run for this office. Not only does he lack the experience to be president he is naive about so many things
i have been in many black churches (i am white) and have never heard anything like this. this church is muslim, going by the name of christanity. if he doesn't like it here go back to africa and take oboma with you.
I, TOO, AM A CHRISTIAN. IF MY PASTOR HAD EVER EXPRESSED HIS VIEWS THE WAY PASTOR WRIGHT HAS, I WOULD HAVE LEFT THE CHURCH IN THE MIDDLE OF HIS SO CALLED SERMON.
MY PASTOR IS OBSESSED WITH AMERICAN HISTORY, POLITCAL FIGURES, ETC. NEVER ONCE HAS HE SPOKEN OF HIS CHOSEN CANDIDATE.
LET US NOT FORGET THAT AS CHRISTIANS, WE SHOULD NOT SPEW WORDS OF DISCORD AND HATE, BUT RATHER ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO FORGIVE OTHERS FOR "WHATEVER" GRIEVANCE THEY HAVE CAUSED AGAINST US.
I EXPECT THAT SENATOR OBAMA'S DAYS OF GLORY IS NOW ON THE WAY OUT.
Obama's speech was couragous and honest. Although I probably won't vote for him I do respect him. This country doesn't need any more bigotry from either side. Listen carefully to his speech and give him credit for addressing the very difficult race issue and his position in seeing both sides.
Obama lied, no way he didn't know his pastor/spiritual leader for 20 years
is a racist/anti-semite. Also, he doesn't have enough clout to face a Putin or
that nut in Iran & have them take him seriously. I worry about his policy toward Israel, too. He`says one thing, but once he got in(G-d forbid)he'd
change up, I feel it. He is not to be trusted, bottom line. hey, my son calls
him the "JIHAD PARTY CANDIDATE"!
McCain '08
If my priest said something I didnt like I would go to another church. Why does Obama think that the average American would sit through a raciest rant such as the one give my his pastor...??? I dont trust him and I think the American people need to wake up.
ah fair and balanced.............hillary and bill enjoying their moment of being in favor of the republicans, because they are scared of trying to run against obama. I hope that Americans can see past this propaganda. I'm from appalachia and through out all my life and after 911,katrina I listened to white Christians in the bible belt say we had it coming for this and for that, that those regions got what they deserved. And thats exactly what his preacher was saying. BUT WE DONT WANT TO TALK ABOUT THAT DO WE.................my advice go to appalachia and listen to the old world(Appalachia) and its just the same except they are white and voting republican.
I remember seeing an interview, I believe with Oprah, in which Obama's wife, Michelle, made a comment that I thought was very racist. I can't believe that the news media didn't pick up on that comment. I think his wife is very bitter and I also think Obama's niceness is just show. Why would we want someone like leading our country?
Is the hate filled preaching by Rev. Wright indicative of what is being preached in other black churches across the nation? Is there a secret society in the black community that cannot look forward because they hate all others except the blacks?
I do not trust this man now for sure! He will say or do anything to get to the white house. What next if he does get the presidency, get Rev. Wright to say the White House needs to be painted BLACK?? This is just God showing us that this man is not all clean and right for our country. Hillary is not the answer but this man makes HER LOOK BETTER!!
How could you subject your kids to this kind of preaching. Hate is not acceptable and if your willing to subject your children to this however rarely it is spoken it says something about who you are and if you should be the person bringing our country together.
I feel that Mr. Obama is genuine. Calling him a racist because of what the pastor said is ridiculous.
This is the second time Obama has been caught in a lie...He didn't understand Wright's philospohy...pure BS!!! and the news barely mentioned Obama's recent admission that he had an more involved relationship with Rezko than he led everyone to believe. More to come on this for sure. We have another John Kerry here...planning it all out ahead of time...membership in a powerful black church and sleazy money to fund his political ambitions.
i think that you all are stupid for not beliving obama its ridiculuos and he didnt admit anything if you actually listened to the spheech he was never there when the rev said those things so your all stupid and need to pay attention to detail to me your all racists pigs and it makes me sick but you would put john mccain in office so more of or hard earned money can be wasted and you wonder why the economy is in reccesion it kills me so much that the american populus is retarded i thought you the american people would have learned after bush but you havent so if anyones bringing down the country its you wasting trillions of american dollars every month on a war we wont win how would i know cause i was over thats how i know so stop being racists you pigs you all make me sick
Obama lied last week when he said he didn't know of anything the pastor said, like he lied about his person going to canada about nafta. he doesn't come clean until he is caught. I liked Obama before all this came out, but I do not want some one in the White HOuse who has been aligned with a pastor so filled with hate.
IF IT WAS SUDDENLY REVEALED THIS WEEK THAT JOHN MCCAIN ATTENDED AN "ARYAN NATIONS" CHURCH HE WOULD BE FORCED TO STEP DOWN AS THE GOP NOMINEE..WE CAN ASK NO LESS OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY..OBAMA HAS FAILED TO ADDRESS HIS BELIEFS OR HIS PHILOSOHICAL ASSOCIATION WITH REV. WRIGHT...INSTEAD THE VERY JUNIOR SENATOR FROM ILLNOIS PREFERS TO LECTURE AMERICA ON RACE!!!! THE LEADERSHIP OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY SHOULD ASK SEN. OBAMA TO STEP ASIDE ANYTHING LESS IS REVERSE RACISM.
The Church put out on it's DVD's the best of it's sermons it had to offer. It was with a purpose it wanted to share these beliefs and teachings. They are proud of what they believe and are not shy in saying so.
They are self imposed slaves and are a dangerous lot.
Obama is a LIAR and apparently if you don't buy his lying B.S. you are a racist. When Greta interviewed the black Pastors; everyone of them without exception tried to take up for Obama. HE LIED yesterday when he said he was not in the Church when his Pastor made those racial or absurd comments; today he said he was in fact in the Church when those comments were made. Roger Clemens tried this approach didn't he? Everyone raise your hand that believed him. We don't believe Obama and we are a racist; what are we if we don't believe a white person? Answer: Intelligent!
This speech is unfortunately in the Nixonian tradition of creeping candor. If he is unable to confront the very real problems with the sermons one worries about other nation threatening problems. That he found the statements in the sermons in any way new strains credulity. Better to have been open and voice regret than to attempt to soften the blow. Americans will forgive people who are open and honest in their misjudgements but find little to like or trust in political spin or half truths. This entire episode takes Obama from the ranks of leader in the image of JFK to another politician covering his tail.
I had considered voting for Barack; however, after this debacle, I certainly will not vote for him. Personally, I think he dislikes women. To discount the love his white mother and grandmother had for him is disgusting. They cared for him, loved him, and raised him well - and quite frankly, I can't imagine him saying derogatory comments about them. After all, it was white people (mother and grandmother and grandfather) who made him what he is! Shame on him! His black father left him as an infant. His grandmother is not here to defend herself,but I'm certain she is rolling over in her grave that her beloved grandson has disparaged her character globally!
Obama stated yesterday that he was not in attendance in church when pastor Wright gave his remarks and today in his speech he admitted he was there and he heard Wright's remarks. Obama did not leave the church and therefore he is not to be trusted. Obama is a true liar and people need to think twice before they vote him for president. Obama talks the talk and walks the walk. He is a smooth talker.
I don't believe Obama missed all of those sermons. I find it hard to believe he wasn't present for at least one or more of them. I cringe when I hear what was suppose to be a sermon. I can guarantee my Pastor never talk about anything but Christ and him crucified and raised from the dead. If we heard this kind of politicing from the pulpit we would have our 501C3 removed and the church would disappear. I pray Obama really admits the truth and we don't find out he is just covering up what he knows is wrong. Pastors DO have great influence, so do we really know this man?
There is and old Spanish saing : Tell me who you keep company with and I will
tell you who you are" I think this Speaks volumes .
Omar
If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen. If Obama can't take the pressure and the heat for his actions, then quit.
I agree with a previous comment, that if Obama was a true Christian there is no way that he should have been a member of his pastors church, let alone listen to him. His pastors preaching is all contrary to the Doctrine of Christ.
Obama's speech today was blaming everyone esle except himself, or his pastor. If Obama cannot simply admit that he was wrong, and his pastor as well, then we don't need anyone like this as President. It simply would not be in the best interest of the country and it's people.
Could you please explain the relationships between the following people and barack obama?
Part1 (from these reputable sources)
Raila Odinga - BBC - Telegraph - ABC News
William Ayers – Washington Post - Fox News
Rashid Khalidi – Yahoo News – WorldNet Daily – FreePublic.com
Nadhmi Auchi – Washington Times – Chicago Sun Times
Tony Rezko - ABC News - MSNBC – NY Times
Allison Davis – Chicago Tribune – Associated Press
Gov. Blagojevich - MSNBC – Daily Herald – Associated Press
Hillary 08
Part2 (from these reputable sources)
Khaleel Ahmed – ABC News
Zubair Ahmed – ABC News
Rev. Jeremiah Wright – Fox News – TUCC Trumpet
Louis Farrakhan - CNN - ADL - CSPAN – Washington Post
Alexi Giannoulias – NY Post – Chicago Business News – Chicago Tribune
Aiham Alsammarae – NY Times – Washington Post - NBC – Chicago Tribune
Deval Patrick – ABC News – Washington Post – Boston Herald - CAGW
NEW
Robert Malley – World Net Daily – Huffington Post – World Press – Washington Post
George Soros – NY Times – Herald Tribune – NY Post – CNS News - NY Sun
Zbigniew Brzezinski – Washington Post - NY Sun - Politico
Hillary 08
Obama has also shown the ability to adjust position as needed!
Barack Obama flipping on issues, 180 degrees to make the voters happy
Watch the videos at:
http://www.youtube.com/user/quervodrinker
Hillary or McCain 08
I'm a black american....Obama is not fit to be President or Senator!
I don't know how he made it this far...this is amazing, but I'm glad the media has begin to focus on him, and hold his feet to the fire. All black churches aren't radical, Obama knew exactly what this church/pastor was all about, and thought that the press would give him a free pass. Obama, would you like a pillow?
I am a born again Christian and go to church every Sunday. I know what my pastor believes in and I agree with him and trust him to lead me down the right path. I WOULD NOT BE IN THAT CHURCH IF I DID NOT AGREE WITH HIM!! There is no place in any of God's churchs for racism of any kind. That is not what the Christian messege is about. Instead of preaching race and politics, why not preach the thing God put Pastor's in there for to start with? Christ's love and mercy and forgiveness. Senator Obama is in a tough spot, but I don't believe that you can be a real Christian and believe in your heart anything that comes out of the mouth of Rev Wright! God bless everyone.
I find it hard to believe that after twenty years Obama missed every sermon that was racially motivated....???? How could anyone miss this????
For the Obama supporter, give me a break, you believe everyone that does not agree with you is a racist. We have a mind also. Obama is not telling the truth. I would rather see Hillary win and I do not care for her
I disagree with his statement that our white congregations have spoken in the same manner. After leaving my catholic religion and trying to find a religion better suited to my needs, and checking out the Lutheran faith, the Christian faith and so on, I have never been to any service in all my 51 years that has ever talked about another race. I am appalled!!! I was actually impressed with him at some point, he has really changed my opinion of him.
I was torn between Obama and Clinton. Now there is no question about who is the better candidate.
Another incorrect statement....Rezco and now this. He was disingenious when he said that he didn't hear any controversial comments when he sat in the pews. Today he had to admit it. Judgment, honesty and integrity is questionable now. Exactly who is he? By explaining away the pastors remarks and reasons for them does NOT heal all of the wounds incurred by the minorities. He never addressed how he intends to bring about UNITY! And what about the other racial and discriminating issues? Gays, women, etc.......I am also tired of NBC and CNN coddling over Obama. Be fair and attack and investigate all candidates equally! And why doesn't Obama's campaign end the negative attacks from his supporters against the opposition? It is nasty and mean spirited.
just like I said last time, if he thinks that america is a idiot, he is very foolish person and he needs to understand that. he also is a lair.
I am offended by the 'moral equivelancies' he cited - he is very gifted in his oratory and has the talent to sway opinions - he is nothing that we (white americans who are over the race thing and just saw him as a leader) thought he was - I am totally confused by the man I see him now to be from the image I was so anxious to buy into
The speech was supposed to be about the outrageous rantings of a delusional man (of God???). It turned out to be a totally racist speech. He didn't disassociate himself from this man..How do we (the voters) know if he has the same opinions of Americans. It should not have had anything to do with race or politics. It was shameful!!!
Anyone who would still hold in high regard as "friend" a person who condemns (and asks God to damn) his country, doesn't have high regard for their country and should never be elected to the highest position in the country.
Obama will be bad for the country if elected in President. He know has shown track record of poorly chosen acquatiences. I can't trust him.
After watching Hannity's interview of McCain. You can tell McCain is a genuine good person; unlike, Obama who is a good friends with an Anti-American and racist bigot (Obama down deep has those same thoughts). Look at Obama's wife, "For the first time in my adult life, I'm proud to be an American." These may be soundbites; however, there are too many and becoming consistent. Coindence? I don't think so. God help this country if Obama is elected.
GO MCCAIN!!!!!!!!!
Barack's explanation fell short in my mind. All his supporters can only defend his pastor by citing instances of past, undocumented incidents supposedly with Republicans candidates. Focus!!!! Let's talk about this guy who is running for President now and his affiliation with this hate mongering preacher he is tied too!!! He is off the wall and America will rebel. These statements are inflammatory and I don't believe for one second that he was not in the audience. He was there and can't admit!!! Not Presidential in my mind!!!
Senator Obama is a calculating men, who knew about pastor Wright's beliefes and was cleverly keeping it from the voters.
In my opinion he fooled the innocent people who were willing to take him for who he presented to the people. He should not only appologize to the white voter but also to the black voter. But, most of all to his grandmother who as he said sacrificed for him and loved him for putting her on the same level as this pastor who has so much hate for this country.
It was unfair of the senator to state all priests, pastors, ministers say things they regret. I was raised catholic and never ever heard any priest or priests at church services comment or belittle any race or culture from the alter. I also have friends of different religions (Jewish, Greek) and have attended their church services and have never witnessed their religious leaders negatively commenting or bringing up racial slurs.
Christians talk of love and forgiveness...not hate and damnation. I did not hear of any leadership Barack exhibited in changing attitudes of his mentor, other blacks or his grandmother. He avoids making decisions by avoiding votes in IL legislature.
Where is his leadership and integrity?
Yes, number 8; number 2 is an idiot. However, the correct form is "you're" not "your." When calling someone else an idiot, it's probably a good rule of thumb not to look like an idiot yourself.
Now...Of course Obama initially lied. It simply wasn't credible that he wasn't aware of his pastor and close family friend's views. He made it worse by saying he (Wright) is part of who he is. OF COURSE he is. That's why who a person associates with IS important, particularly given their close relationship, and if you happen to be running for President.
Obama was an unknown, unseasoned Senator who most of us had never heard of, outside of Illinois. His VERY FIRST PROBLEM has come up, and he LIED!! This pastor was disinvited from coming to his presidential announcement, because his sermons are "a little rough". So he knew painfully well that the pastor is a racist and an America hater! PART OF HIS SPEECH TODAY SHOULD HAVE BEEN SAID ON FRIDAY.....instead, he lied! What a terrible President he would be!!!
All you have to do is compare Barack's first book with the reverend's words and you will plainly see Obama has major issues with "White people". He sure uses those words in his book!
Just like most other politicians, he will say whatever it takes to get elected. What's he supposed to change again?
I think it was a little too late. Obama should have said how hostile Rev. Wright's words were and how they have divded the country even more. He down played the fury in his (Rev. Wrights) sermon's. When I saw the snips of this man, I truly felt I was listening to a leader of a cult, not a church!
First of all, Obama told Fox News last week that he'd never been present when Wright was on one of his rants. Then he says today that he was, in fact, present on a few occasions. One could argue that it's all semantics, but in my opinion, he's lying. You don't go to a church where such terrible rhetoric is being delivered for twenty years if you don't share at least a few of those beliefs.
If my pastor were to say anything along the lines of Wright, I'd stand up in church and call him out directly as a bigot and a poorly educated PhD. The man quite simply should be ashamed of himself - and so should Barack Obama be ashamed not only of himself, but of his associations. To no small degree, we are the company we keep.
I heard him denounce his "white"grandmother and stick up for his racist minister. Thats what I heard. Beware, this man has an agenda for sure. We do NOT need someone like this in the White House. His minister is Damning our country and his wife said this was the first time she was proud of the country-come on people wake up
We have had a lot of sly dogs enter our highest office, but if this man is elected he will be the slyest. Certainly not like our greatest as he referred to in speach today -Washington, Lincoln which were our greatest! He has an incredible speaking ability that can draw one ,but then what?
FOX News is not actually news. It is the media hatchet of the Republican Party and the Bush Administration. Your coverage of this matter differs enormously from the coverage of what was truly a landmark speech by a great American by legitimate news media. FOX is merely pandering to its right wing audience by finding fault.
Meanwhile, your candidate of obvious choice, Mr. McCain, is off in the mideast celebrating a war and trying to look presidential, telling us all that he thinks Al Queda is now being trained in Iran.
And I can't help notice that you led off your show with video of Spitcer's hooker shaking her behind and have now (at 20 minutes after the hour) teased up that story about three times, each time promising to show us the video.
I guess nothing is more American that making a buck off pandering to morons, but please, stop calling yourselves a news outlet.
I am hurt to learn that Senator Obama could consider someone with such hatred his spiritual advisor for 20 years. Chicago has countless churchs and I am sure if he found any of Rev. Wrights remarks intentionally divisive at any pint in the past 20 years, Barak could have found one with a pastor who had a more open minded view of the country that we all call home, and he want to be the leader of.
I believe that both Obama and his wife have long shared the views of J. Wright. It would be dangerous to elect him and have him prove it to us. He claims to be different, bull, he's nothing more than another slick politician. Wake up America.
I thought he was condenscending and preachy. If anything,he makes race an even bigger issue. If I counted how many times he used the words black, white, brown, yellow, etc. it would have been astounding. HE is forcing race down our throats. I don't hear the Republicans and McCain talking race...they are talking ISSUES. The notion that we still need to "work through" our race issues, as Obama said today,makes me think that he is only focused on that issue and none other.
During my 7 years in Africa my black friends constantly expressed puzzlement over the victim mentality of American blacks. My African friends who have come to the United States love it and have prospered and contributed beyond my hopes. While I am proud of them, I am disappointed in native-born black Americans who use the slavery of 7 generations ago as an excuse for their present lives. My black African friends find their black American brothers a puzzling embarrassment.
I can't believe that Senator Obama, for over 20 years, was not aware of the racist, anti-American and anti-Semetic comments and values of Pastor Wright. If this is what he expects all Americans to believe then I seriously questions his judgement, leadership quality and toughness to be President of the greatest country in the world. We may have our faults but ask yourself if there is any other place you would rather live. I would venture to say the the overwhelming response to that question would be "NO". I hope come November the people of this country will realize that both Barak and Clinton would be destructive to this country and do not have the experience or judgement to lead this country.
I am a republican... and I have to admit, that I was enormously impressed with Obama's speach today. I felt that he successfully dealt with the "problem" beautifully. But, honestly, I can't believe that so much fuss has been given to this in the first place! Nobody can be held responsible for what anybody says other than themself... and just because someone has a sharp tongue, a strong opinion, and a completely different political point of view, does NOT mean that I can't have a close relationship with that person!!! It is when we can accept one another in spite of our differences that tolerance has a chance. I was impressed with the way he put this "problem" into real perspective!
Obama is a liar! My instinct told me that the first time I saw him on TV. People will see through him eventually, but it might be too late, either for the party or for the country.
He tried to divert the attention off his lack of judgment and guts and tried to lay guilt upon the entire nation. He reminds me of a kid who gets caught doing something wrong and tries to blame someone else. He knew his "uncle's" feelings, he gave his implied approval by not denouncing the comments when they happened, and lied when caught up in the situation. Shameful! What a charlatan!
A politian should have removed himself from that environment immediately. I realize he thinks of this man as family but he should have sat down with him then and said how he feels about him and that he must stop that line of speaking or he can not be associated with him. Simple as that. The fact he stayed for 20 years tells it all he can not be our president. For thise of you who believe him you still must have some doubt about it and we cant have doubt in this area in our president. learn more about him over the next 4 to 8 years before you put him in office.
The Paster sounds anti American, how can Obama be a close friend of his and run for president?
If my pastor spoke in my church like this so-called "preacher", I would walk out in a heartbeat and NEVER return. That means if my preacher talked about blacks in the manner that "Reverend" Wright did about America and whites, I would be sickened. This "Reverend" is not teaching from the Bible; at least, not the Bible that I know.
He got caught lying! He first said on Friday he never heard the racist comments, I wanted to believe him. Well no more! Today he showed his true self when he said he did hear the hateful speeches. Drop out Obama!!! You are a racist and your wife is a ungrateful women ashamed of her own country.
An empty suit with a silver tongue. I would imagine that both he and his wife share Pastor Wright's views and deep down inside he is a muslum - of the black muslum variety. We cannot afford to have a president of the United States that would have this man as a spiritual advisor for the whole world to see. Unfortunately, he may be the democratic nominee. My votes for John.
It appears that obama supporters haven't changed their minds but he will never get the rest of the votes and with the hillary supporters going to mccain, obama is dust.
I am writing from Panama City, Republic of Panama.
I believe that Senator Obama is a calculating person, dishonest because he lied. He stated to Major Garrett, Fox News Reporter, that he have never heard the Rev. Wright making those horrible comments.Today, he stated that sometime he did hear the Rev. Wright makes those horrible statements.
I believe once again that he is calculating, a lier and lacks judgment.
I was going to vote for him since I am a U. S. citizen residing in Panama.
Now, I have decided to vote for Hillary Clinton. I believe that the News Media has been very harsh with her and extremely soft with Senator Obama.
Greetings,
Michael J. Rosetti
The speach today should in no way influence what Americans believe about who Obama really is. Mr. Obama has built his campaign around words. This particular issue, and the character of Mr. Obama should only be judged based on his actions. Mr. Obama, has demonstrated throughout his career that his inaction is his calling card. Whether it is his voting "present" in the Senate, or continuing to frequent a church that spews anti-Caucasion remarks, Mr. Obama did nothing. He continued to go to the same church to listen to Pastor Wright for 20 years.
If Rev. Wright is truly a man of God, then why is he spewing these comments from the pulpit? And, if Barack Obama is a true believer, why doesn't he dis-associate himself from Rev. Wright?
No way can I believe,he has never been in Church when Pastor White was saying things like G xxxx the usa!!! I thought he was above this! All my life I've never heard anything like this in any Church! I'm Lutheran,Pastor White would "defrocked"!!!!!!!!
R. Scott
Shame Shame on Obama, to insinuate that his white Grandmom is a bigot.
When you anounce the results you may want to note that the result might be scewed by the composition of your audiance. From a staunch conservative! Does not mean I will vote for him but his response did favorably impress me..
#207 - your right. obama stated something like "we've all been to churches where we didn't like what the pastor priest minister said". NOT. I have never ever in the thousands of times I have been in a church heard such filth or anti black, anti white, anti american or anti anything. If I did I'd be RIGHT OUT THE DOOR!
It really frightens me that anyone could elect for President a man who sat under this hatespeech for 20 years. Voters beware and use good judgement!
I thought Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr. was retired from this church according to Obama.
Check out their home page http://www.tucc.org/home.htm
Looks like to me he is alive and well as the pastor?
Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright Jr. - Senior Pastor
Did I miss something?
I'm so disgusted with Senator Obama and his ties to this church. He sent his own daughters there to listen to these sermons. I question him as a Parent and Leader. He should be forced to resign from his position as Senator. He made it very clear that he supports his pastor. So be it... his choice to stay connected to such a racist group... his church of people..... the ones who cheer as racist remarks are being chanted.... well it is for this reason he lot Americans trust. Obama has poor judgement and is not fit to be President today, tomorrow or forever.
Those rabid Obama supporters in Rev Wright's congregation scare me as much as the man himself. Amazing how a bunch of people can be so super-sensitive to racism in others, and yet are so totally insensitive to it when they are guilty of the most rampant racism. I think Obama's speech did nothing but attempt to excuse and justify this attitude. He just doesn't realise that there IS no excuse, especially because he knew that Wright constantly said incendiary things, and yet he still sat in that church week after week. And then he compares his grandmother to Rev Wright????? Hardly presidential!!!
Everyone has racist views if we look deep within. But Fox News coverage unyielding, relentless coverage of this most unfortunate situation with Senator Obama's FORMER Pastor is nauseating. It is clear that Fox News is doing everything in its power to destroy the career of Barak Obama. I am sure each of us associates with someone who harbors racist, bigoted remarks, but do we share them and live our lives by such standards, No.
I think Fox News is the real racist here. Rev. Wrights words were mostly true if we look at the history of this nation.
Wake up Americans and see this for what it really is, Fox News attempt to prevent Senator Obama from becoming President, or perhaps to stop a black christian man from becoming president.
If it is Fox's position to move onto issues including the economy, healthcare, the war in Iraq, then they need to stop airing the same old speeches of Rev. Wright.
Fox News is so inept, they can't even see that they are only validating the words of Rev. Wright and giving him more material for his upcoming sermons.
Fox News employs the biggest racists on the planet. May God have mercy on Gretta, Bill, Hannity, Lundt and all the others that spew hatred and create division in our beautiful America.
Oh, by the way.. some think Senator Obama is a muslim, that just shows how many ignorant people there are in America, maybe they should all work for Fox News.
BIG BAG of WIND, and an empty shirt = Obama. BUT - we Conservatives/Republicans need to get him as the nominee - easy election then for McCain (a man with unquestionable values, Patriotism, and long-service to this wonderful land of the US of A!).
I am sure Senator Obama has heard his share of ranting and raving from Rev. Wright in the past 20 years. What disturbs me is the fact that this is his mentor and advisor his minister, that relationship is influental on many many levels, and he wants to unite us? I am looking long and hard at any canidate that whats to be Our President with this type of friend in their corner, yet he doesnt invite him to a special night for the Senator. HUUUUUUUUMMMM
I will NOT vote for Obama. His judgment is more than questionable. What happens in the White House when we need strong judgment and character?
I did not see a leader making a speech, I did see a leader making excuses
I have no trust in Senator Obama. He lied last week about not knowing the terrible hateful sermons Rev. White was giving. My concern is for the young children hearing those terrible things. These statements do nothing but poison the minds of young children. Where is the hope and the encouragement for these young people to try to unite with all people and heal the wounds of the past. I also bebelieve Sen. Obama has subjected his young children to lies about our country and very damaging and hateful thoughts. This shows VERY poor judgment on Sen Obama and I do not feel that he is fit to lead to lead our Country. My mother always said you will be judged by the people you associate with.
Obama's speech was great! He's not a liar, he's a realist. How can you honestly think he is less than capable of being president, when you bamboozled a drunkard, C-average, lousy business man into the presidency. Anyone would be an improvement at this point, but Barack far superior than the other candidates. Go Barack!
Mr. Obama has tried to sweet talk Americans this whole campaign. Fortunately, people are starting to see just what he would do for Americans. Like most politicians, he lied until caught, then tries to cover it up. We all can come up with explanations when our butts are hanging over the coal!
Obama is a liar. He lied last week when he claimed to never have heard Wright's racist and anti-America sermons. He said today that he had heard them. His wife is a racist, his church is racist, his pastor is a racist and he is raising his daughters to be racists by allowing them to hear such hate filled comments towards America and white people. He proved today that he will do and say anything to get elected, even accusing his white grandmother of being racist. He has lied about his ties to Rezko. He lied about NAFTA. He is keeping the voters of FL and MI from having their votes count.
He cares only about his political agenda, not AMERICA or AMERICAN citizens
OBAMA'S SPEECH FOR THOSE WHO "LISTENED" WILL GO DOWN IN THE ANNALS OF HISTORY AS ONE OF THE FINEST SPEECHES EVER GIVEN BY ANY LEADER. CAN AMERICANS RISE TO HIS CHALLENGE AND TRULY HAVE A RACIAL DISCOURSE THAT CAN AND WOULD CHANGE OUR COUNTRY? IF ANYONE CAN BRING OUR COUNTRY TOGETHER IT IS OBAMA.
Putting race and gender aside, I think the public or media or both are missing the most disrespectful comments of Rev. Wright's sermons. The fundamental theme that we are igoring is his "Anti-America" rhetoric. Senator Obama has also purposely switched this Anti-America rhetoric into a "race" issue, and although racism is wrong and should never be tolerated, I think hating America is a bigger problem, especially during a war-time. More people than not agree that he gives amazing speeches and they are all about what we want to hear. At the end of the day, he is just another politician that side-steps the issues. In noting this, Mr. Obama is running for President of the United States of America and the closest male figure in his life seems to be a pastor that has some unpatriotic tendencies. For me this is just scary.
i think we can readily see where his wifes comments originated after hearing wright mrs obama made me see red when she made them so you can imagine what wrights comments did . obama won't go against the rev cause he agrees w/ him wake up america or we might get the "change" of our lives. keep on greta wouldn't miss your show for anything. i am so sick of politics why did they start so soon? to give obama a chance maybe?
I'm very disappointed in the speech. America has come a long, long way since 1960. It's time to turn the page on racism, whether black or white.
Obama comparing his mother with his pastor is not right!!! We cannot elect someone who will not sever ties with someone like Rev White! Why, when a white person says anything against a black they are racist but when a black says something against a white it's okay. I am white - married to a black man - and have heard more negative comments and vicious ones from the blacks than the whites. It's because of people like Rev White and others (both white and black) who keep the racism in America going. If he doesn't get elected it will be because of all the racism in the USA.
Obama and MISTER Wright need to stay in chicago.......Not the White House!
This exposure is very distrubing and scarry! I am glad this was exposed. Obama had a lot of people foooled didn't he??!! If this had been made availabe at the beginning of the election Obama would not be an canidate. I am ashame that I voted for him in the primary! I'll vote Republician if he is the Democrat canidate! Go Hillary!! Please let Hillary win the nomination!
I cannot understand why blacks do not see themselves as racist when they do not condemn and renounce people and statements made by people like Reverend Wright. The fact is that if the word black was inserted everywhere Rev. Wright demonized whites there would be no question the person would be labeled RACIST and condemned by all. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE!!!
If Obama cannot renounce without equivocation people and statements like those made by Wright he lacks the judgement he claims to have to be my President.
Typical politician! Now he's spinning trying to save his rear end. What a liar. I hope he wins so McCain blows him away.
There were many expressions within Sen Obama's speech that I took exception to. I am not a supporter of Mrs. Ferrera (sic). For the Senator to compare the one statement made by Mrs. Ferrera (sic) to the many statements made by his pastor shows an extreme shallowness in thinking ability. There would be no comparison to one statement with the many statements made by the minister.
The reality of this situation is in that there is no difference to children being taught the hate for America by the pastor and the children of Iran and other countries teaching. His lies are so easily provable.
Obama has put his relationship w/this pastor and church BEFORE serving God. God says to avoid all appearance of evil. God says to "come out from among them and be ye separate and touch not the unclean thing."
It is frightening to think that many were on his bandwagon, not realizing that he had been under this man's influence for over 30 years! I certainly would have not stayed in a church where I do not agree with the messenger! I definitely would not have brought my children into that atmosphere!
His refusal to do that says he is not up to making proper judgements for our nation. And this business of the "black experience." Very few of them went through slavery-caused by their own people selling them. It is sad to realize that their is no recognition of what others have toiled and paid taxes for, so that they might have the same life experiences if they chose to, by hard work, education and honesty. That man has bit the hands that once fed him!
Whites and Jews will be rounded up into Hussein Obama's concentration camps. SEE HERE: http://youtube.com/watch?v=Prhnc2fxAzg&feature=related
He lost me when he said "none of the statements were statements I had ever heard him speak before." I'm sorry there is no way he is as close to Rev. Wright as he is; and as a member of his congregation for 20 years - and has never heard statements such as these. I definitely don't buy that!!
Mr. Obama has been an enigma from the beginning. A packaged, cardboard cutout created by a favorable, liberal media and their focus groups. Now that we get down to bedrock, what the man is all about and with whom he associates, we wonder how we could have had the wool pulled over our eyes so easily. Well, my fellow Americans, like my grandfather used to tell me. Believe nothing you hear and only half of what you see.
The man lacks the judgment and integrity to be in control of the most powerful office in the world. He is unelectable, in my humble opinion. The Democrats have painted themselves into a corner on this one, a seriously wounded candidate to stand next to the honorable John McCain for comparion.
Do politicians actually think that we are all idiots? They must because I've seen and felt who this man has been all along. Him becoming President of the United States literally terrifies me.
I appreciated Mr. Obama addressing a touch issue in a sincere way. Having attended church at Trinity in the 90's with my daughter. I found Dr. Wright to be highly intelligent and deeply concerned for his congregation. Have the newscasters listened to an entire sermon or just picked out what they found offensive? Have you listened to Hillary's and McCain's pastors sermons?
The fact that he made a comparison of his Grandmother who sacrificed alot in raising him, to his relationship with his Pastor, in my opinion, was quite horrific. I think Obama is definitely not ready to lead this country.
So, our country is only served by those who feel it is ideal the way it is, Travis? Ours is not to question; ours is not to admit where and when we have been wrong? We cannot listen to opposing viewpoints to form our own? We cannot acknowledge that our society has evolved racially? Where would you have had our country stop in its growth? When Chinese immigrants were put in slave labor to build our railways? When we slaughtered Native Americans? When Hearst and Rockefeller ran the country? When our young men were in Viet Nam? When we threw Japanese-Americans into holding pens during WWII? As for me, ideas do not scare me. Change does not scare me. Selling my country's soul because hard decisions will have to be made to a woman who has amassed $40 million in personal wealth; somehow collected $500 million for her husband's libary; who lies and attacks when confronted, is not my choice. Between the Clinton machine, out for themselves, and Obama, Obama has my vote.
If black Americans are this angry about their life experiences, I can't see how Obama can bring us together. I'm not going to work with or listen to such hateful people. I would have voted for Colin Powell if he had been running but I' m definitely not voting for anyone who supports a pastor who uses such hate speech against a country I love. According to many blacks on tv, this is what black churches are like in America. I didn't know that -- it really scares me! I'm glad I found out now... This is going to backfire on the Democratic party I'm afraid.
As a grandmother, I think Obama was very disrespectful to his White grandmother. After she helped raise him, he compared her to his hateful, racist pastor. I think his white grandmother should wash his mouth out with soap. He is a liar and does not get my vote.
What amazes me most is the tap dancing that most of Senator Obama's supporters try to do to trivialize the issue for someone running for the Presidency and will if elected represent all American's. I'm also amazed that the mainstream media were drug kicking and screaming to this story when you have had guys like the Reverend Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton race bating the race issue for years and then wonder why the people the profess to represent can't help them get beyond race. Some of my best friends are black and though I still believe there is race hatred still in America, it is perpetrated by white, black, latino, native americans, and asians.
Greta -
You have skewed your show that makes it seem abit off on the "fair a balanced" view.
Where in our approach to creating a government of the people for the people that we decide to disregard dissenting views? Was it the way that Rev Wright preached his sermons what causes Fox News and some Americans to be afraid, so very afraid?
Is it the root thread in the Hillary 3am message that we see as "coming home to roost"?
Obama saying that he can not separate himself from Wright any more than he can separate himself from being black makes no sense. White racist use that defense all the time and they sure as heck would not be able to get away with it.
I am disappointed that the many blacks that are supporting him can not see his association with Wright is association with a biggot and racist. Especially the number of pastors that think you can pick and choose who you determine is racist and who is should be able to be near a potential candidate for the office of the most powerful position in the world.
Obama is slick but I don't think he can easily slide out of this. His supporters will see and hear what they want to concerning him. His judgement is non-existant keeping close company with a radical militant. His problem is that all of this in now coming to light and only the most brainwashed are not going to have serious questions about this person's ability to lead the United States fairly representing all our citizens. Wright's 9-11 comments were despicable. Someone should have clued him in that all the dead bodies in the WTC were not just white people. At that point, if not earlier, Obama should have walked out that church and never looked back. Probably quite a few who voted for him would like to retract that vote now. Too late. The Dems are done..... McCain should win this in a rout.
I can't believe that Senator Obama, for over 20 years, was not aware of the racist, anti-American and anti-Semetic comments and values of Pastor Wright. If this is what he expects all Americans to believe then I seriously questions his judgement, leadership quality and toughness to be President of the greatest country in the world. We may have our faults but ask yourself if there is any other place you would rather live. I would venture to say the the overwhelming response to that question would be "NO". I hope come November the people of this country will realize that both Barak and Clinton would be destructive to this country and do not have the experience or judgement to lead this country.
He won't salute the flag--a symbol of the country he wants to represent--he won't wear a flag in his lapel--he won't place his hand on the Bible, which tells of the Christ he claims to have embraced; but instead takes an oath on the Koran but denies that he is a Muslim. What should we believe? How can someone be a part of such venom spewed from the pulpit?
I myself am not a supporter of either Hilary or Obama, either he believes the words of his pastor and what he teaches, he himself stressed the importance and power of words when he debated Hilary Clinton. The other possibility is that he has used this church for his own political gains. Is this individual a true Christian or is he really a muslim, a wolf in sheep's clothing.
As a red and white American ,I am tired of paying for the sins of others. My white side came from Germany and never owned slaves and fought in the revoution , and in civil war for the north and the red side fought for the north. My grandmother{am.indian} was raped by Black Buffalo Soldiers yet we never held racist attitudes to the black race only the evil ones.Enough is enough. My neighbor goes to school and has classes on white privelege, and I see all of us fighting for our lives against terrorists and invaders from the south.
Dick Morris says: "I don't believe at all that Obama thinks the way his pastor does..." No one can say what he believes but the fact that he sat under this pastor for 20 years and then calls him FAMILY! etc., would indicate his thinking is identical or similar. How can he say he's never heard this man's incendiary views?! When people are with family & friends the tendancy is to expound in greater depth their strong feelings--not less! This man, Obama, is a liar who will say (or read it from the teleprompter!) anything he believes is necessary to gain the presidency--then LOOK OUT!
There are no other Black churches, or white churches that have this kind of hate speech. There are hate speech laws on the books in this country and I think that this is one of them. Creflo Dollar and TD Jakes are also Black ministers but they don't have this kind of hate speech. I wonder if Jesus was sitting in the pew what he would say to Pastor Wright. Black people keep racism alive with this kind of hate speech. I certainly would not go to a church with this kind of sermon's and neither would any of my friends black or white. Obviously the board of this church is racist.
We are judged by the company we keep enough said i know who im voting for John McCain.
It is a lie that he never heard about that type of remark in his church within 20 years. His wife's comment about being proud for the first time indicates the same essence behind this type comment. I am a US citizen and was born in Indonesia. I am proud to be American from day 1. I faced discrimination from various race, but never I ever not being proud of being American. Regardless of the mistake we made for having the war, I still believe majority of American have more integrity than a lot of nations out there.
I got to say there are a lot of bare lands in the rest of the world. For anyone does not like being here or think they can do better in other part of the world, I suggest they pack up and go.
The Reverend Wright was clearly racist and without a clue. The media did not make him into a cariacature. He did! It was really his self portrait. Why is it black leaders can only lead if they use the race card?
I have a hard time wrapping my mind around the fact that he has been a member of the church for 20 years yet he never heard any of these speeches. I think it is very unfortunate because I was leaning towards the newness he brought to politics but now I feel betrayed. Although I don't believe these are his views he should not be associated with this individual.
Obama has cleverly interjected race into the campaign in a way that suggests America continues to be racist unless he is elected. Also, it goes unnoticed that he identifies Conservative radio hosts and the Reagan campaign as being responsible for racism. Trouble ahead!
I admire Baraks passion and honesty with addressing the issue. White or Black we all have experience bias and racial and controversial comments by whites, blacks, hispanics, or religion based biases.
Baracks openess and passion are far better than the empty rhetoric of Hillary Clinton.
I am still voting for McCain since I believe his passion for this country and the God that it is one nation under is absolutely the only candidate qualified to be the President of this Great Nation!!
I would like to know why people would still want to vote for Obama over any of the other candidates? He has the least amount of experience, middle of the road liberal views with very few specifics, no military experience, no business experience to lament, no foreign relations experience, nor any executive governing experience. I do not get it at all.
I am very alarmed and concerned about the American public's motives and judgement in this election.
While I respect and admire Barack Obama and believe he is an honorable man, it is incredulous that he could be unaware of the racist, anti-american, and generally inflammatory remarks made during Rev. Wright's sermons. After 20 years??? Remember, the black community was in an absolute uproar over a single sentence made by Don Imus and forced him to be FIRED. The Rev. Wright influences an entire congregation every single week - and his hatred is poisoning his followers. And now he has reached across the entire USA with his vitriol and is defended by the majority of the black population. How can he possibly be a spiritual advisor to anyone - much less presidential hopeful Obama - with a heart, mind and soul so full of unresolved hatred and racism?
Wait a minute....I have never heard my pastor make any negative comments nor preach any hate sermons towards our Govt. Obama chose to attend this church for 20 years, therefore, his character and judgement is definitely in question as well as chosing to raise his children in this type environment is very disturbing. I question both he and his wife's beliefs and views of the United States. Very disturbing..
I think he is too smooth a talker, is not clear of his positions and I do believe he is using (maybe not 100%) his ethnicity and to throw your grandmother in for sympathy is pathetic. I just don't trust him, very deep feeling of that, in his ability and how he'll move this country forward (not that i have any idea of how he would anyway) He's just another politician telling all what they want to hear. i do have to say he is smooth and does have a lot of people fooled. If he sincerely has his faith he doesn't need Wright.
"Slick" Willy all over again. Spin, Spin, Spin.
We are every family America. We have raised two children, worked hard every day and can't believe how the talking heads on tv don't understand the people of America. We feel Barack Obama told it like it is and the pundits don't get it. We don't judge people but we believe his sincerity. Lastly, we are republicans who for the 1st time in our lives would consider voting for a democrat. We want more than anything to have ONE America that our children and we can continue to be proud of. We are so tired of politics as usual (nothing getting done).
It is easy to see why blacks keep bringing up slavery. The preachers won't let them get over the past, regardless of all the benefits they have in this country, as compared to what they wouold have if their ancestors had remained in Africa.
How can you be spiritually led by someone if you do NOT agree with their teaching?
Rev. Wright isn't anti-American. He's anti-white American.
Is the "Change" he means, all the changing he's done in his statements?
My Mom's church got a new preacher. The flock is getting smaller. Hmh?
Anyone going to church as long as the Obama family, should know the meaning of hypocrisy. Saying you don't agree with the message, yet staying for the sermon, speaks volumes. Explains where Mrs.Obama gets her attitude.
History proves, the majority of blacks don't care what their own do.
Barack Obama's book is titled; "The Audacity of Hope", from a sermon by his preacher. After seeing and hearing his preacher, seems what they consider their only hope, is to take control of the country from the white folks. They are succeeding with our help and blessings. We are well on our way to becoming;
"The United States of Africa". Only then will they be satisfied.
Then they can send us all back to Europe, where our ancestors came from. I can hardly wait. I may not wait.
We are not a "Free" country anymore, when we have "Freedom of Speech", only if we say nothing against blacks.
Blacks should have enough brains to think about where they would be at this moment, if their ancestors had NOT been brought here as slaves. They have more opportunities to achieve and succeed in life than I do, because this country has given them those rights and priviledges. Yet they continue to belly-ache and complain.
Instead of being hostile and hateful, they should be grateful that they are where they are. This country, that has given them everything they need to survive and prosper.
If they can't do anything with all that, then they need only to look in the mirror to see the reason for failure. If the only excuse you can conjure up is the color of your skin, then you have NO excuse.
And stop threatening us with riots if things don't go your way! You're supposed to be more civilized than that. Aren't you?
Sean Hannity could not get Karl Rove to engage in the kind of chicanery that you got your colleague Tim (whatever his name is) to engage in.
Greta, I have been entertained by your antics in the past. But on this one, you are down right wrong. I truly believe that by now you have heard the Rev Jeremiah Wright sermons in their entirity, and your deep seated bias cannot let you report your findings to your audience.
Your credibility is a big FAT Zero.
He wanted Imus fired yet he stays with his minister. How do you spell HYPOCRISY.
I see that I have stubbled into a close-minded comment board..... America will continue to have these problems bc there is no motivation to do anything different. Im assuming that most respondents here are white so let me tell you.. the black church is different!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is something that people looking in from the outside will probably misunderstand. Read a book on it! Realize that there is an America BEYOND you! Embrace it! and Grow up!
if this was a white candidate for president he would be asked to resign from the presidential race. being white i would be frightened to be in rev wrights church after a "sermon"
Mr. OBAMA is a LIAR. On friday everything he said was a lie. On friday... he said he was never in the pews during any of this kind of talk. Today he said "yes" he was!!! On friday he claimed that if he knew of this talk he would have disassociated with this "hater"... today he said that he could never disavow REV? Wright. He will not wear a flag pin because he to "hates" America... he just can't say it or its all over... well I would like to tell him now... too late ... IT'S OVER!!!!!! Maybe Obama, Wright and Farrahkan can all go on vacation together.
If he didn't agree with the majority of what his pastor says, past and present, he would have left that church 20 years ago. But no, he let that man preside over his wedding and baptize his daughter!! Obama says he wasn't sitting in the pew on those "specific" days that are in "question" in the media, but what about that last 20 years worth of ALL the other possible inappropriate, unfounded, and destructive comments. The odds are against it that those few comments, that the media has been airing on TV recently, are the only ones in the LAST 20 years since Obama has been active in the church!!
Last time I went to church... it was by choice. And my grandmother was a relative.... not a choice. How does he compare the two? He attended this church to get the black vote or he believes what his "shepard" is preaching. Which one is it? Either way.... he has lost any "HOPE" with my vote. SELL OUT is what I see. And if what this "REV WRIGHT" says this is really what black people think of white people.... we have some serious issues. There is alot of damage done and some major setbacks.
If we are going to judge Sen. Obama by what Rev. Wright says or does, then in all fairness we need to judge Sen. Clinton in the same light.....We need to judge her by with what Bill Clinton did with Monica L.......Do we want either in the White House?
Look everyone, just settle down. He obviously denounced the comments. Can we all stop with drama junky mentality and move on to some political talk? !!
If one observes the reaction of the Congregation during Rev. Wright's "sermons" I would find it impossible to believe that Mr. Obama, a member of that congregation for 20 years is not both influenced by them or by his continued membership gives tacit approval of the message. I find it very disingenuous to hear comments that "he was not present during these sermons" so he did not know what was going on in the Church. I would love to see what would happen to a "white" preacher and any candidate belonging to that church who was espousing anti-black rhetoric in the same way that Rev. Wright was. If we truly want racial equality and justice this divisive talk must come to a halt.
20 years association speaks for itself. No speech can undo that. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
What Jerimiah said was not a total lie, when it came to how america has treated black people. Why is it such a problem when a black man tells the truth on how blacks have been treated in this country. It's as if white people want to act as if Slavery never existed, and all the atrocities to blacks in this country, never happened. What is that about? How can white america be sooooo proud of their treatment of "all" minorities in this country.
Sen. Obama just has to know his pastor's heart on these explosive issues. If I heard my pastor make idiotic comments like that, I would leave and never come back. I have not trusted this man from the start. I still think he is a closet Muslum, and if elected, will reveal himself as such. Then our country will be in a mell of a hess.....God save us all from politicians such as this..!
Obama has a gift with words. Unfortunately he forgot to clarify some key aspects:
1.
Hussein is an Arab name not necessary a MUSLIM name. Incidently in Jerusalem we can find a lot of Jews with Hussein as part of their names just look at their local phone book.
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Logic tells us that if you go to a place where fanatism and sectarism are prieched you gotta believe in it.
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He only used his WHITE relatives to soothen the crazy preacher message
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He himself son of privilege could not face the music in corporate America and decided to follow the easy route of activism
5.
Let's ask Obama if he would allow his girls to marry interacially? With latinos maybe???
Obama is all talk and no substance.
Hillary well she is focused and false that makes me cringe
MacCain who wants to vote for a war prisoner?
God save the USA please!
Nothing that Pastor Wright said was untrue. People are calling Obama a liar. What person in politics has not told a lie. Obama is finally bringing to light the real race issues in America. This country is in the mess its in because race has always been an issue. Race isn't just about Africian Americans, its anyone that doesn't fit the "blonde or blue eye" sterotypical persons of those country. Obama speaks truth. America will remain divided until it deals with the people.
Hey he would make a great ROCK STAR but not a President of uSA...sorry
If Sen. Obama really cared about this country and wanted to see a change in Washington, he would resign as a candidate immediately to allow Sen. Clinton to prepair to take on Sen. McCain in November. His credibility is gone and his continuing his campaign now only goes to show his sefishness.
20 years association speaks for itself. No speech can undo that. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
I can not see who any WHITE person would feel welcome in this church. This is sickening. I thought this way of thinking was over with the civil rights amendment 40 years ago. He is just a BLACK DAVID DUKE!
Obama has shown that he will say ANYTHING to get elected. He has been caught in at least 4 lies that I can think of. His facade has been shattered and he has been shown, by his choice of churches and mentors, to be something other than what he'd like us all to believe. He is not a blank slate, any longer. I could never vote for him or imagine his pastor in the White House- and not because it's called the White House- because it represents the highest position of authority in our country. I would hope that the President of the U.S. would love our country. That doesn't seem to be asking too much.
Mr. Obama has truly shown his inexperience through this.
How scary for our country to let a man of his thinking even get as far as he has in this political race. Who the heck are the people encouraging this man? People get to know your candidates before you support anyone!! There isn't any person who would sit under a minister/pastor he didn't agree with, there are way too many churches. WAKE UP AMERICA!
Obama was getting ahead of Hillary and McCain.........Hannity and the rest had to throw in a road block.........People burn the flag and say all kinds of remarks against the President (Bush) for the world to see.
I say Americans wake up the rest of the world is looking at you...........
Yes, I would vote for Obama...........(I am white)..................You can tell the ones that are for the other team...................The media is quite clear......{fair is another subject}
What really bothers me is that he through his own grandmother under the bus in defense of Rev Wright.
I was deeply moved and think he more than answered the question put before him. Let's move on to the real issues now like the economy and the war. I'm ready for some real dialogue but all Fox seems to want to bring up is irrelevant garbage. The country's on fire and you just want to play the fiddle!! Wake up Fox!
I believe the only reason Obama addressed the nation today was because he had been caught in a lie. He knew what his minister's beliefs were. You can not be a Christian and sit in a church for 20 years and grow spritually listening to that kind of hatred spill out of a minister's mouth. If my minister did that, he would be gone from my church or I would leave.
Also I found it very interesting that he had to be in the middle of 8 American flags. Was he trying to do overkill to prove to us that he loves this country?
That's all I have to say, folks.
With few words, Obama just dough his own political grave. I am an independent, can care less about republicans or democrats, as long as someone is going to do something for me and the people. But we can't put a liar in the White House. Also today in the speech he blamed other people too, such as media, and compared Mrs. Ferraro to the crazy preacher, which is far beyond. But most of all, it has been almost in a couple occasion that Obama has denied things and come back to tell the truth. We all know that lies will come out sooner or later, why not just level himself and let voters decide for themselves. He already had almost everyone behind him, because they wanted a fresh air and someone we can relate too. Sorry to anyone but Obama, should give a resignation speech. He left the Democrats in the middle of the road. If they let Obama take the nominee, than general election after this will be lost. If the give it to Hillary the black community will get pissed off, so guys get ready, 4 more years with republicans.
The truth is finally comming out. It always does and it`s a shame Obama is a liar.He is also trying to bring racism back and he`s to stupid to know better. His campaign can`t even spell Judgement right they forgot the "e" and spelled it judgment.Come on America he really blew it.Thank God its comming out now insted of after the stupid people elected this Liar Racist.Also Please let your white Grandmother Rest in peace don`t throw her under the Bus !It`s also about time you mentioned your White side guess you forgot you are half White also. Geez Obama you really did screw up huh ???? God Bless America !
Many blacks are hostile and racist towards whites and seem to justify it because of slavery, but slavery ended many years ago and many whites died fighting for the slaves freedom. It is better to live in the present and look towards the future than to hate due to the past.
What about the content of his speech? It's not just about whether he redeemed or cleared himself. I respect that he also focused on the issues. He has the guts to address what others try to avoid.
He has lied about not previosly knowing or hearing that talk from Wright.Today he admitted that he had.Who wants a liar who lies to the public like Bill Clinton to run this country.
He knows how to TALK AND THAT'S IT! HE TALKS THE TALK ,BUT CAN HE WALK THE WALK??? ( AN OLD SAYING)
This is sad because I think he set the racial issue back 50 yrs. He sounds as angry as Wright. I don't care what color the members are at the church.. the church is not a political platform. It is to carry the message of Jesus Christ.. Most white people are over the black/white thing. If you don't believe it, come south and see the interracial marriages. They are every where. A lot of blacks just want get over the way it use to be. There are just as many white people who are suffering economically as blacks. Poor blacks have many advantages over poor whites. If you don't believe this, you should try to apply for food stamps & assistance as a white person. They make it especially hard. Obama blew it today.
It absoutely repulsive how he has lied to the American citizens. He and Michelle Obama are both racists, and radical people. The American people are so desperate for change and something new from the Bush Administration, that they sold their sold to the devil. My reservations were well deserved! My concern is that with all the delegates and popular vote, and states he has won, he will be the Nomiee for president. This is very disturbing to me on many levels. This is not a white or black issue, but it is now a racial issue that Barak has brought forward. Chris Matthews stated that he was forced to do this speech, that is so wrong, they have played the racial issue from day one. Why did he not embrace the white race through his mothers side? No because his ambitions were very high, and he knew he could get the black community easier than the white vote. But now it seems he has the white vote. Reverend Wright is disgusting, and spews hatred. Twenty years of this preaching, it is certainly worrisome on many levels.
You cannot sit in church and listen to these kind of comments and not be a racist and an american hater. This has been preached in this so called church for 20 years and he had no clue. Please. This is not a church. And, they should not benefit by being considered a non profit organization. This is a building that has theatrical performers giving their opinion on whatever they chose. Never in my church has any of these things been mentioned. If I had walked into a house of God and heard this nonsense I would leave immediately.
He is just like Jessie Jackson & Al Sharpton & not about to let whitie off the hook...He would love to be our President & put our country in a most horrific racial devide...Don't be deceived by this man...and don't forget he would not even salute our American flag??? Is that a sign of a proud to be American?? Even his wife was not proud till he started winning...He cannot forget the past just like his pastor & he wants the opportunity to stick it to us or pay back to the whitie's....Hope I never see this man make it one inch further in our country the good ole U S of A...He's un-American & needs to go back to where he came from..
I beleave he lied to start with, and he is lieing now.I also think he has the same feelings for white people that the so called preacher has.Both are racest as al Sharpton and jessie Jackson. lord help this county if he wins the election........................
I beg to differ with those who state all Pastors preach as this one does. My Pastor never speaks of politics and our denomination does not take a stand on moral issues, ie abortion, as it is assumed that we have enough moral ethics and teachings to know right from wrong. I am pleased to say this white woman looks around her church and sees African-Americans, people from the Caribbean Islands, Chinese, Germans, etc., and racially mixed marriages. We are one big Christian family. Hate is taught...
I was sad to note that Obama is just one more person who is determined to keep the blacks thinking that all of their problems are due to other groups. I thought that he might be above playing the blame game.
I think this speech should have been said because people are sacred to talk about black and white how america really is its time that america wake up and see whats really going on there's alot of people with hate in their heart but hate to own up to it. but really deep down in their heart it really is but you have to be of color to really see it TRUST me........
GRETA,
THIS IS A JUDGMENT ISSUE, AND CREDIBILITY, HE DOSE NOT POSSESS
THE LEADERSHIP TO BE IN THE WHITE HOUSE, PER HIS SPEECH TODAY
hANNITY STATED HE HAS BEEN GETTING TERRIFIED OVER E-MAIL
THAT HE GOT ON THIS ISSUE, WE ALSO ARE BEING TERRIFIED, AND FRIGHTENED, BY WHAT WE HEAR ON SOCIAL CITES AND BEING
THREATENED BY SOME OF HIS SUPPORTERS IF WE SPEAK OUT
ON THIS ISSUE. ALSO, MANY OTHER SUPPORTERS HAVE BEEN
TOLD THAT IF HE DOSE NOT GET THE NOMINATION, THEY HAVE THREATENED
VIOLENCE IN THE STREETS.
THERE ARE SOME AMERICANS THAT ALREADY ARE AFRAID TO SPEAK
OUT ON THIS ISSUE. pLEASE DO A POLL ON hOW MANY OF US FEEL
THREATENED AND AFRAID, BY WHAT MAY HAPPEN IF HE DOSE
NOT GET NOMINATION. AND INVESTIGATE THANKYOU
I like Senator Obama and I believe he's a good and honorable man. I do not see him as being racist in any way. I do question his qualifications to be President, given the fact that he chooses to expose his children to the sort of anti-American and racist spiritual leadership of Reverand Wright. I was on the fence and may have given the senator my vote before this came to light....I believe we can be judged by the company we keep.
just like I said last time, if he thinks that america is a idiot, he is very foolish person and he needs to understand that. he also is a lair.
Obama gave a life-altering, lyrical, uplifting, courageouus speech. I firmly believe that all bright, reasonable people, even Greta and Sean, agree with my position.
first i would like to say that i really appreicate that barack went out and gave the speech he made. this is just the fact.. it is not going to matter what obama says.. to some people he's never going to be good enough, he's never going to say the" right thing". people search every word obama speaks to find something wrong and even when there is nothing they make something up or say "what he meant was". just stop! if your for him great, if not then that's fine too. just stop trying to slander his name. to me obama is the only one running that can bring the usa together like we should be. i love all people white, black, yellow, and brown. i believe obama does too.
Barack Obama is running on a platform to unite blacks and whites in America. He has just proven to me that he cannot do this since he actually believes what Rev. Wright has said. Michelle is in with Rev Wrignt and has no pride in America as a whole, just pride that a black man may get to be president. Both are quite small minded and shortsighted people and are not even close to being up to running this great nation.
It saddens me that blacks in this country harbor that kind of hatred toward this country and white people. I thought we had come farther than this.
CAN NOT BELIEVE SUCH A THING COULD HAPPEN IN OUR COUNTRY????
DON'T WE DO ANY KIND OF BACKGROUND CHECK ON SOMEONE BEFORE THEY CAN RUN FOR PRESIDENT?????WHO WOULD HAVE EVER THOUGHTWE WHOULD EVER LET A MUSLIM RUN FOR OUR PRESIDENT???
COME ON AMERICA LET'S WAKE UP& TAKE OUR COUNTRY BACK.
SHOULD THIS BE REVERSED LORD HELP US. THANK'S
This minister is preaching hatred and victimization and this does no one any good. His audience takes on the idea that they are victims of the establishment and are due something from the government and or the group that they feel took advantage of them. Vengeance and hatred never gets one any place in this life.
I am OUTRAGED that this is still such a large issue for America. Obama is not being truthful on this race issue . He made a choice 20 years ago regarding the doctrines of the church !
Please! Barack is immature, selfish, and condescending if he thinks we can accept someone with such vocally racist and anti-American friends as the "uniter" of our country. He'll surely own so many favors to these friends that they'll quickly pull his puppet strings and try their reparation tactics against us. God help us see through this scheme of theirs!
This is definitely a presidential campaign that is more than politics, it is about race, spirituality, and integrity. Obama lies, holds a double standard, and sits on the fence on tough issues. Thank God his true colors are finally coming through.
I also agree with Corrine. I also supported Alan Keyes when he ran for President. Reguadless of Alan Keyes Race , Americans could have been so lucky to have a man of his caliber and intelligence as President of this country. If Obama really wants positive change for this country where was he when Alan ran. I would love to hear Alan Keyes response to all this bull.
I have been undecided between Obama and McCain. But after hearing what Obama's "mentor" had to say about the United States (GD the United States, several times), it wouldn't matter what Obama says now. That man is scary! Obama was younger then, and more impressionable. The influence of Rev. Wright on a young Obama's attitude makes me concerned. That influence is not what this country needs. Ever! For any reason! McCain has my vote.
#306 - his voting record in the senate - are you joking??? i'm rolling on the floor laughing. You better get your facts straight. He likes hiding when those big important votes need to be VOTED on.
Obama should step down for the good of the party.
I was born in USA from black mother of Kenya and white American father but wont favor Obama who lied in the beginning. I have been watching him since the decision for runing but deep gut feeling somethings not straight.
At 30 years old I still wont give him by vote. He need to be with Mr. Wright because he his WRONG, perfect couple. His wife is also ONLY proud of this country, (her country) only because her Extremely Liberal Husband is running to rule the country. Obama and his wife needs to get stepping and leave it to the Pro.
First of all he is a liar. For one week he said he was not present during these sermons and now in his speech he says he was present. How anyone could allow their children to be exposed to such hatred for one's country and hatred for white people and Jews is beyond me and shows that he is not a person of good judgement. Of course he relates to his pastors rants and ravings, otherwise he would not stay with this church for so many years and consider the pastor his close confidant and advisor. We can not have a person like Obama be the president of our country not only because of his Marxist/socialism views but also because I believe he is not proud of his country, has some problems with it and is probably ready to make excuses and apoligize to the disgusting tyrants in the world. His wife is just as dispicable and to have her be the first lady would be an embarassment to most Americans. Remember, when she said that this was the first time she was proud of the US that she was showing how she was influenced by her pastor.
He trashed his Grandmother for saying bad words regarding black men but he didn't do that about his preacher saying "God Damn AMERICA", the HATRED, repeat HATRED that his preacher has can not be forgotten....it is horrible...and his Grandmother raise him....
#178
"I am native american and no lover of whites,but, his doublespeak offended me deeply. I was an Obama backer but no more. It is a sad day when it is ok when one race can claim it is ok to condemn another,yet, you arent supposed to condemn them! A sad day indeed."
LOL you start by saying that you are no lover of white people, then say:
"It is a sad day when it is ok when one race can claim it is ok to condemn another,yet, you arent supposed to condemn them! A sad day indeed."
This is the type of person who hates Obama for his minister.
I am fearful of this man. I cannot believe that he sat in Rev. Wrights services and never knew this about him. He either never went to church or agrees with him. If my pastor preached hate like his did I would have walked out and never gone back. I am voting for McCain.
I think this speech should have been said because people are sacred to talk about black and white how america really is its time that america wake up and see whats really going on there's alot of people with hate in their heart but hate to own up to it. but really deep down in their heart it really is but you have to be of color to really see it TRUST me........
Im a former Marine, a registered Republican and I believe a solid American who at times have had said racist remarks. Im also a white man and I believe that Senator Obama is the right man to lead our country for the next 4 years. Im crossing the line this time he has my vote.
You know...I'm really tired of hearing black America say that one is racist for calling a spade a spade.....we all heard very clearly what Rev. Wright said, not on one occassion but several....what I've come to believe is that most blacks are racist. We should not be tryin' to vote someone President because of color or because of ones gender but because we believe in what they stand for based on their records. For one thing, Obama doesn't have a record to stand on and should wait another 4-8 years and show America what he stands for.....Clinton atleast has something for people to look at.
After Obama's speech today it is very clear that he speaks whatever it takes to continue misleading the American public. To defend Wright's overall character in light of what he has stated in Church is nothing less than scary to think Obama could be our President.
Senator Obama made an awesome speech this morning that told the truth. I realize that not all people will be open enough to hear it. But what he said needed to be said. Now I believe we have an opportunity to really, openly discuss racism and its impact on America. Not until we do this will be ever heal from the pain of the past.
One thing that surprises me is the shock "White" America has at the bitter feelings some black people still have. They (White America) are especially surprised that middle class blacks could still have these feelings. The mere fact that White people are surprised shows we are still operating in separate realities. Not until we have real dialouge about the past and its impact on the present can we truly move forward.
I totally agree with number 215. I too wonder about the flags behind him buy yet he will not wear a flag pen. Why is that?
GO McCain!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I would never vote for Obama
Obama only shoved his foot deeper down his throat with his "stories" today. He is a great story teller, very eloquent and ends every story with a sweet, sugary ending. He should be writing books for the "feel good" libs. What I heard from him today was contridictions about how he detested the things Pastor Wright was saying but making excuses as to why we shouldn't hold those inflamatory remarks against the idiot pastor. Obama even tried to make us all believe our own pastors were of the same caliber as Wright by stating he was certain our own pastors and priests had said things we didn't like, or agree with. In my opinion, he is a bigot. For him to think we are all going to swallow the story about him not knowing what his pastor was all about, after twenty years, is ludicrous. If he didn't know what was going on in his own church after twenty plus years how could we ever trust him to know what was going on in foreign policy, or even right here at home? I predict he is done. Even if he does get the nomination for the Dems, he won't get elected. Neither will Hillary with all her radically extreme liberal views. Libs are always fun to listen too, and they make great joke material. No one wants them to be in charge of anything for pete's sake! Obama and his uncle-like-pastor have set the civil rights movement back 30 years in the last three days. We surely don't need any more of them.
When did the Black churches turn into the American Black version of Medrossa's? We were very shocked to think that is common in black churches as what they describe as their "social ministry". Yes, there is a lot more to do in this country, but it seems to us who thought that was close to over, now realize that blacks are carrying it forward with enthusiasm and quite frankly sets our thinking back a long way! I think we will respect & appreciate even more, those blacks who have escaped that culture, and now understand why they are so villified by the black culture. This is pretty scarey stuff and makes us think differently about a lot of things including all the appologists. It appears that the only really virilant racism in America is on display right there in what has been described as a normal black church. What journalist is going to go to these churches and give us the real deal? We are really interested to see just how commonplace this is.
I think Obama's speech hurt him more than helped. It's so sad to me as a white female who has many african american friends to hear him defend his pastor. My 3 children were taken care of by an african american lady when they were young while I was at work. She was with them 8 to 9 hours a day and she instilled many great values in them--she is also still a part of their lives. They think of her as another grandmother and they have all three questioned me about Rev. Wright's comments--and they are all teenagers now! It hurts our children, both black and white, to hear the things Rev. Wright says. We teach our children to love and respect all people and then they hear a preacher saying things that are directly in conflict to the way they were raised. When my children's pictures are on her mantle and she tells people "those are my white grandchildren".....and they love her and she loves them it makes it difficult to explain these comments coming from a preacher. I think this issue may erode the support Obama has received from the young voters. Sad, but true.
I feel very concerned this is going to turn into big trouble, some Americans are to blame for this like Ted Kennedy, just how much do we know about this man, it's frightening talk about Hillary doing anything to win what about Obama? No way i would sit in a church where the pastor run down the USA. How on earth can he lead someone to Christ when he has so much hatered?I'll be voting for McCain, don't think we need that much change....
I feel he can only make a good speech-he certainly should not be the leader
of the U.S.-he shows no honesty. Hopefully, most Americans will be able to
see through him.
I admire Sen. Obama for his courage and honesty. He chose to take a high road and direct confront this issue. I like him because he takes less political spin on his words. He seems more honest than other politicans. He possessed a good quality that will take this country moving forward.
The race issue is way complicated that every one can comprehend just through 10-sec sound bite. Sometimes, I think Media should play more constructive role in building and strengthening this country. The Media should pay more attention to the root cause of social problem. But disappointly, they tend to run / re-run sound bite for commercial gains. A lot of major news are run more like tabloid news.
Let's all do something constructive confronting issues rather than polarizing them.
I agree with Corrine. He is no christian in my view either and if his minister were a true christian than he should have been, by now, able to forgive. When is the black race going to quit whining and crying how there forefathers were slaves and because of it they can't get anywhere in life. This is the greatest country in the world and they should be thankful for at least ending up in America. And if not, there is such a thing as airplanes and one way tickets to africa are available. My God, the jews were slaves for four hundred years under Egypt and look at them now. We don't hate the Blacks, we just hate there relentless digging up of the past and the constantly wanting of reparations. Well how much is enough. Name the price and let us get you paid and then we don't want to here it anymore. Grow up black race.
To attend a church for 20 years and not know your pastor is anti-American and racist leads one to believe he would not be suitable as President of the most powerful nation on earth. I think he's clueless. Michele Obama was at least honest enough to say this was the first time in her adult life she was proud of our country. I would never vote for this man.
I have been a Catholic all my life. Never, have I heard my priest or any other priest spew anti-American sentiments or racial slurs against blacks while attending church. An attempt to justify attending a church with the rhetoric is unbelievable. Maybe we now know why his wife has said the things she has said.
I always liked Obama but after last week and after today there is no doubt that if he becomes President Reverend Wrigth will be sleeping in the Lincoln bedroom. All my life I only saw people I never saw colors , until last week when I saw Reverend Wrigth , and how can he take his children to hear this kind of sermons? where is his judgement?
A former Obama supporter.
I know racial tensions have existed in the past, but I see blacks having great opportunities today. I'd be glad if they would just quit complaining. Be thankful that they still live in the best country in the world where so many others, less fortunate, would love to live. I'm 58 years old and have attended church all my life. I cannot remember one political statement being made from the pulpit. Church is not about politics, it is totally about the Lord. I'm sorry to say I do not consider this a church at all.
First of all, he appears to be well edcated, but he does not have much experience--only his short time as a senator. He is neat looking, but that is all he has going for him. I don't trust him because of his background, and his association with "questionable characters".
His father and step-father were muslim. His mother was an athiest. His pastor is a racist. His wife is finally proud of being American. He is admitting he lied. Gee, I wonder how smart Americans really are? From the things that have been written here tonight I can tell that MOST are smart.
Senator Obama has attempted to divert attention from the issue: that a close adviser is a racist and anti-American demagogue. The issue is not my possible racism or that of all the people Obama was addressing: it is the factual racism of Pastor Wright.
It is just not credible that Senator Obama never heard these "objectionable" ( rather than merely "controversial" ) remarks. It is also not necessary for Obama to have heard these things directly. It is certain that someone would have mentioned it to him. Further, Pastor Wright's positions have been well-known in the black church community for decades. So we have the Senator being disingenuous, at a minimum, mendacious possibly. Wright was a member of Obama's campaign advisory team as recently as last week.
Either Obama subscribes to Wright's positions, which he denies, or he has exercised bad judgement. Most likely, it was opportunism; becoming a member of Trinity and a confidant of Pastor Wright were of a piece with Obama's ingratiating himself with Bill Ayers, a confessed terrorist bomber and leader of the Weatherman Underground but a member-in-good-standing of the radical community in Chicago. Rather than being a change agent, Senator Obama has advanced rapidly in the radical political community of Chicago by both his oratorical skills and his ingratiation with Wright and Ayers with his positions being rather run-of-the-mill standard leftist positions.
The word demagogue clearly applies to Wright and his "success" reflects that of a demagogue who appeals to rather base instincts of a fairly large ( but ethnically undiverse ) group. Whether some of the same stripe or even someone who is associated with such should become President of the U.S. is another matter.
Ithink Obama did a splendid job of further polirizing an already skeptic electorate.
He went on and on describing his pastor, but not even once did he say he had a serious error in judgement concerning his pastor.
He rattled on about the blacks as if we were still in the 1800's when slavery was topic number one.
He did nothing to further his cause to become a trusted world leader.
I say he should get out of the race and let a responsible proven leader take on the republican party in the general electiion.
Obama brought this on himself, and it didn't just happen overnight.
After listening carefully to Senator Obama's excuses, I truly think his judgment is not sufficient for his continuation to run for President of these great United States of America. If he does not have the courage to dismiss someone who is a racist, an anti-American such as Rev. Wright, and has close ties with someone who has tried to bomb the Pentagon, he doesn't need to be in this country, but rather run for some office in some tribe in Africa! He stated that, "he could not distance himself from Reverand Wright." What if Roosevelt had said he could not distance himself from Adolf Hitler?? I have always been told that there will possibly be another holocaust like the poor Jewish people suffered during WW11. For the first time in my life, I am actually afraid that the time has come for the second holocaust and the white people of the United States are the ones who are going to suffer if Obama is elected. He clearly is a racist, and we are tired of racist remarks and innuendoes. We as a nation have far passed that, and don't want to hear it referred to again! Senator Obama you do NOT need to be running for President, but rather just running. You are not strong enough to stand up for your country, but rather you stand by a dishonorable preacher and bomb assissin. AMERICA WAKE UP!!!! What else is it going to take for us to get this man, Obama, off of any ticket--whether Democrat or Communist. He is a dangerous man. However, we can no longer say we do NOT know who he is. We now know who he is. A wolf in sheep's clothing!! Donna Powell
I am fearful of this man. I cannot believe that he sat in Rev. Wrights services and never knew this about him. He either never went to church or agrees with him. If my pastor preached hate like his did I would have walked out and never gone back. I am voting for McCain.
obama even betrayed his grandmother! !
listened very closely to obamas speech. found it by and large to be one of his normal election forum speeches ie health issues schools issues emplyment issues etc. the main issue is the fact that he lied last week that he had never heard anti american rants from his pastor in church and now today had to admit he had. if he is capable of lying to the public over this then what is he going to be able to deceive not only america but the rest of the world of if elected president!!! at least hillary clinton is coming across as a honest and transparent candidate
Oh who? Bama? He's toast. America doesn't want more of this garbage. can't hide from yourself, he acknowledged that but that's not what we want. Hillary might now win and then back into the nomination. Wow, that would be something. Even McCain might be able to beat her then.
20 years association speaks for itself. No speech can undo that. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
i believe that america is ready for a black or female president. the remarks of pastor wright and the approval of his parishioners made me angry and sad. hate begets hate.
Greta, this mess concerning Obama and the hate filled messages have made me sick physically, and made my heart heavy. The saddest part is that they are thousands of beautiful black folk that are being taught hate, not hope, bias and racism, not love and tolerence. Obama is a great speaker, so is Wright. The problem is being a great speaker is not the only trait I look for in a person. Truthfullness and the ability to deal with a subject that is probably heartbreaking to Obama. Obama could not cut out the cancer that Wright is from his life. I am sure Pastor Wright does good things, and the church does good things. They are also teaching hate, and telling outright lies to make the hate worse to a congregation of 8000 persons. Pastor Wright does not honor his black Brethern that have made a life for themselves such as Clarence Thomas that he spoke of in one of his sermons. How many young black persons have hate and no hope because of these lies, hate and racism? It is a heartbreaking situation.
The other shocking item is the numbers of Black Pastors I have seen in interviews on all the news channels, that have swallowed this hate message hook, line, and sinker. It is stunning and scary to me how they can be so deceived by this evil.
I saw a commentator on MSNBC say we brought her ancestors here in chains, sh forgot to mention that her tribal leader sold them to the traders. As to Obama we know he can talk the talk, the question is can he walk the walk?
If any of you are so naieve to think that all along Obama and Wright havent ben in the back room discusing Obama's Presidency you've got to be mentally challenged
I don't know enough about Obama to trust him as my President. It doesn't have anything to do with his race. I'm from Illinois and I still don't know of anything that he has done politicially that has help me or the country over the past few years? WHAT EXACTLY HAS HE DONE THAT makes him qualified to be President?
At least with Clinton or McCain we know the skeletons in their closet and I feel they have paid their political dues.
Why is Obama in such a hurry to be President anyways, he's still very young and I think he's still too inexperienced and I believe his smooth talking ways deflect and distract people from seeing the truth about what exactly does he want to do for the country and how he expects to accomplish these things.
We already had 8 years of a guy who was basically winging it and now we're in a war we shouldn't have gotten into and the economy is in the toliet and gas prices are through the roof.
How exactly is Obama going to solve these types of problems.
And now with all this Reverend Wright stuff coming out, and Tony Resco and god knows what else...these things show really bad character or just bad judgement on his part. And they are probably only the tip of the iceberg.
Personally I would love to have a black President or just a good President regardless of race or sex or even political party.
Just someone who will help solve the complex problems that are plaguing the nation and the world these days.
I don't get a strong feeling that he can change things for the better only change things for the worse and that's not what we need right now.
All this blah blah is typical of the country and the media. I see Senator Obama like he is, a good person and a good christian.(period)
I remember the last election when Howard Dean got caught up in the moment when he won and said "YEOW and it's on to New Hampshire and let's win there" He got reamed and eventually dropped out of the Democratic race"
I think Senator Obama needs to step down now. What he is involved in is ALOT more harmful than what Howard Dean said. This will only harm the Democrats chances of securing the White House. We might as well hand it over to John McCain now & save the campaign dollars!
This whole thing has made me wish I could have my vote back. I am from Boston and I encourage the superdelagates to reconsider their support for Obama. "Just Words"...yeah horrible divisive words. Senators Kennedy and Kerry, you need to support Hillary. She has her baggage yeah but at least its all out in the open.
Hey he would make a great ROCK STAR but not a President of USA...sorry
Senator Obama gave one of the great political speeches of all times
on one of the most difficult topics there is.
I have a long and very involved experience in republican politics and I have personally known many presidents, vice presidents, senators and congressmen up close and back stage, so to speak.
I admire someone who has the courage Senator Obama has, who does not throw a friend under the bus for his own gain and because the mob desperately wanted him to do so. Senator Obama is a breath of fresh air.
How much money has Obama given to support this church over the 20 years?? Greta get his tax records and lets see just how much he loved this church and how much he owes this man.
He was disgusted with Imus which he should have been as he said his daughters wanted to be athletes and this hurt them. Yet what was he thinking when he took his children to this church and let them listen to this minister of God, who says don't say God Bless American, but rather God Dam America. He said there was a lot of good things his pastor had done and that may be true, but while I was disgusted with Imus saying what he did about the Rutgers basketball ladies, he also did good things like have thousands of children access to his ranch in New Mexico, but he didn't forgive him, but he did his pastor. Tell me the logic in this. A man of God spewing hatred from the pulpit should have the church's tax status as non-taxable taken away from them. He needs to go to Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church and see where the largest ethnic group first is African Americans, second, Hispanics, and third Caucasions and last, Asians. And there is nothing but harmony in that church because they preach love for one another. It is the most integrated church in America that I have seen and I went there for 20 years before moving away to Tyler, TX.
Have a blessed day and a blessed week.
It is no wonder that you find so many blacks killing blacks when you hear such hatred as Wright shouts. What kind of Christian values does Obama says he learned from such hatred coming from the pulpit.
I am still in AWE that Mr. Obama did not TOTALLY denounce the MAN and his comments. But then Mr. Obama has been sitting in that RADICAL Preachers sermans for how many years 20-plus??? You can not tell me that listening to the RADICAL RACIST preachings for that long you do not have those same tendancies!!! If you did not have them you would have changed churches the FIRST time not the LAST time. The question to Mr. Obama is this why stay and listen to that RADICAL RACIST if you yourself did not believe what the man was saying?
Mr. Obama your choice has been made in front of Every American you stand for what and has been preached by that RADICAL RACIST. And when is a CHURCH the correct forum for these RADICAL RACIST comments ??? The last time I went to church we prayed to Jesus Christ and did not slanderize people and sirtenly DID NOT preach politics.
As for me a Retired United States Army Sergeant First Class who has stood while the wall was taken down in Germany during the end of the Cold War and was deployed to the 1st Gulf War I am discusted and you will not get my vote. Mr Obama this type of RADICAL RACISM is unacceptable and I can guarantee will not be tolorated by the American People.
Excuse me writing again, but surely he and his wife are very unwise to bring their impressional young children to a church where so much hate is preached, I cannot understand it myself being the mother of two and the grandmother of 4. children are like sponges and soak up everything. If my church gave sermons like that I would leave immediately and then call the pastor later and tell him that I could no longer attend a "house of worship, that preached lies and hate.
Attending Rev. Wright's church for 20 years, I now understand why Senator Obama will not say the Pledge of Allegiance to our American Flag.
It's hard to believe that he could be so clueless as to what is going on in his church after twenty years of attendance. I frankly question his judgment if he becomes president that he would be able to see through people and make sound decisions on what I have seen and heard so far. He just doesn't get it. Is he someone that just makes exuses for anyone's behavior and it is okay if he finds some good in them. It's a scary thought if he would do this with Iran and other countries that want to destroy us.
The antiAmerican remarks were not ever addressed. I am concerned that pastor Wright is keeping racism and anti American sentiments alive and influencing the next generation. If Obama doesn't have the discernment to recognize the people he is fellowshiping with, he is dangerous and if he does know and still aligns himself with them, he is more dangerous
I am saddened about the division that continues. Language used by Wright is so vile and full of hatred. Obama showed poor judgement for staying under the teaching of this man....but most of all for subjecting his little ones to it! I believe the statement his wife said about being proud of the USA for the first time shows how continuely hearing racist talk affects how we perceive things...I wouldn't have been proud of America either if I believed what Wright preaches! I am also so angered the double standard that continues...rap stars are allowed to say the n word and it is fine...now black churches feel it fine to bash white people. What would happen if my church would preach against blacks ? Jackson's bus would be parked outside on Mon. morning!!!
the more i see and hear sen obama defend pastor wright, the more i feel that he is lying about not knowing that wright had made so many incendiary remarks. he is supposed to be such an intelligent man, therefore, he should have been able to detect pastor wright's anti-american sentiments, even if he did not hear them directly. was obama living in a vacuum??? obama has disappointed me tremenduously. furthermore, he needs to stop blaming the media for all of his woes concerning this issue. he is the one who is cheifly responsible for his decline in the polls!! i feel that this issue will be repeated in the media and in the streets, up until the general election, and will cause the demise of obama. he has only himself to blame for this!!
IT'S TIME AMERICA FACED THE FACTS. HE'S DONE, HISTORY, KAAPUT!!!! IT'S TO BAD BILLARY WAS'NT OUT OF THE PICTURE TOO.
Obama's speech today doesn't pass the smell test! When he said that he was sure we (the public) have heard many things in our churches by our pastors that we strongly disagree with he was WRONG. If one goes to a church where the pastor preaches the Word of God and not hate, there would be nothing to disagree with! He may say he is a Christian but he is not, he is a Muslim at heart. If he was truly a Christian he would never attend a church where the pastor preaches hatred and constantly incites anger among the parishiners. God help us all if someone like him becomes the president of our country!
He can distance himself or cozy up to Wright! It makes no difference. If he says he has been friends for 20 years and didn't know Wright's opinions, then I think he's lying. It's still the same old thing - - If it walks like a duck, and quakes like a duck; then in all probably it's a duck and should not even be in our Congress.
I have come to the full conclusion that FOX news is simply anti Obama as they have continued to divide this nation with the continuous and repeated airing of this nonsense that should be thrown out of the window.
Obama has said he was not there when the particular statements been aired were stated. He has denounced, rejected etc. He has said he does not and has never agreed with the mans views. He has said everything but because of the thirst of FOX news in the promotion of bitter differences amongst the people of the United States, they continue to overflog this issue negatively.
I have decided to vote Obama should he make it.
GRETA,
THIS IS A JUDGMENT ISSUE, AND CREDIBILITY, HE DOSE NOT POSSESS
THE LEADERSHIP TO BE IN THE WHITE HOUSE, PER HIS SPEECH TODAY
hANNITY STATED HE HAS BEEN GETTING TERRIFIED OVER E-MAIL
THAT HE GOT ON THIS ISSUE, WE ALSO ARE BEING TERRIFIED, AND FRIGHTENED, BY WHAT WE HEAR ON SOCIAL CITES AND BEING
THREATENED BY SOME OF HIS SUPPORTERS IF WE SPEAK OUT
ON THIS ISSUE. ALSO, MANY OTHER SUPPORTERS HAVE BEEN
TOLD THAT IF HE DOSE NOT GET THE NOMINATION, THEY HAVE THREATENED
VIOLENCE IN THE STREETS.
THERE ARE SOME AMERICANS THAT ALREADY ARE AFRAID TO SPEAK
OUT ON THIS ISSUE. pLEASE DO A POLL ON hOW MANY OF US FEEL
THREATENED AND AFRAID, BY WHAT MAY HAPPEN IF HE DOSE
NOT GET NOMINATION. AND INVESTIGATE THANKYOU
I am fearful of this man. I cannot believe that he sat in Rev. Wrights services and never knew this about him. He either never went to church or agrees with him. If my pastor preached hate like his did I would have walked out and never gone back. I am voting for McCain.
Obama is way too smooth. He seems to me to be a well trained and groomed person. Groomed for this time in our history.
His racist beliefs have finally surfaced and he's been caught like a rat in a trap.
He's done, you can stick a fork in him.
No dem will get my vote. As an independent voter, I choose McCain. We can't afford to have Obama or Hill as President. Just imagine, Jimmy Carter multiplied 20X.
I don't trust MR.Obama! Some how i believe he is the Antichrist!
Obama's speech will not change the mind of any of the "Great Republican Base" - but then, they would never have voted for him anyhow. As for myself, I thought his remarks were amazingly honest & courageous.
I had great hope for Obama. He presented himself as a man who could bring us all together but as it turns out, will end up being very divisive. We in NY have seen this all before. David Dinkins too presented himself as a man who would draw all people together. As it turned out, he was an extremely divisive mayor and did nothing that could be perceived as against the black community. He even stood by and did nothing while the blacks of Crown Heights in Brooklyn held a three day pogrom against the Jews there. Obama has shown he is cut of the same cloth as Dinkins. I am sad to say he must not be elected president or we will see the other cities of the US burn as did the community of Crown Heights.
I am a registered Republican , although, I have folllowed Senator Obama's campaign. I listened to him today and understand where he is coming from.
The media is what is TRYING to destroy him or they would have let this go after the first day. He isn't the one that has said these things it was his minister , which he can't tell him what to have his sermon on. I don't agree with the minister, Marine or no Marine just as Obama doesn't either.
I want to know why the media is doing this and yet letting Hillary pass , even though there is a lot that should be brought out about her. Just listen to Dick Morris and do research about the Clinton's. Again, Obama hasn't and would never say the things his minister has .
A racist is a racist is a racist regardless of his/her own color. When you make speeches from a pulpit you have thought them out. If a person will say racist comments in public, EVERYONE knows the person is saying them in private. And if you are a close friend of a racist for 20 years YOU KNOW he is a racist!!!!!!!!!!!
How can ANYONE call themself a pastor and preach such HATE? His chruch is not a church of Christ but it is a training ground for HATE!!! Do his parishers go to chruch just to HATE? So much for preaching the GOSPEL.
Perhaps many of those media individuals as those on FOX and other networks are just those individuals Obama referred to as making their living or making their mark in reading their own derogatory thoughts/statements into an individuals statement -racism-rumbling below the USA surface --black & White a like to their own monetary avail.
He is a wonderful speaker. He is not ready to be our President. We do not know this man. Shame on my black community 91% voting for a black man and not the issues. There will be a time we will vote for the person and vote as a country. Both parties need to wake up in Washington.
I have one statement that would wrap this all up. Imagine what would have happened IF a white minister had said what Reverend Wright said. There would be riots in the streets of our country. Mr. Obama is guilty by association-not just by a few years, but 20 years. Doesn't THAT take in account for his views? I would say so. Like I have been saying to friends for this entire campaign: I just need to hold on tight for this ride.
You are the company that you keep. And while Senator Obama may not himself believe the hateful rhetoric that the Rev Wright spewed, he has to be at least sympathetic or he would have disassociated himself long ago from that church because that is what people do when they strongly oppose an ideology that they can not reconcile.
He should have told us about this last year when he started running and said he was condeming Wright at that time. Now is too late. First he said he never
heard these and now he says he did. I don't believe that he is honest and that he is way to liberal and wants to raise our taxes, spend the money and will say and do whatever it takes to get there. No difference between him and Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton. I won't vote for him.
The question I have in my mind is now that this is out how would the votes have changed in the states that already voted. Maybe it is the superdelagtes job to change the nominee and not just vote with the people who voted before they had this information. If the superdelagtes keep him it will drive a lot of democrats to vote republican.
Political damage control -- too little, too late. "You will know them by the company they keep."
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Re the above YOUTUBE. Just reading the words on the video, having seen the congregation of Obama's church,hearing the anger in Obama's voice todayplus his pastor's voice in many tapes,I shudder to think who Obama will appoint for government positions. God help us all My secret prayer? That another candidate will emerge before the election. Our choices are not the best the USA has to offer.
we cannot afford to guess on what the truth might be. i would never vote for obama at this point. this is not bringing us together it is deviding us further.
Mr. Obama made a desperate move with his speech today. The problem is not that he "heard" things he disagreed with; the problem is, this is his trusted friend and advisor and it took him 20 years to know how he feels about America. Is Rev. Wright the person that taught him not to use a Bible to be sworn in to the Senate? Is he also the person that taught Mr. Obama not to put his hand over his heart during the Pledge of Allegience? Did he teach his children these things also?
Now he is claiming Christianity? This move to seperate himself from this situtation is pathetic. His speech writters must have worked late into the night. Mr. Obama was raised by a Grandmother who used racial comments.....? What kind of household was that?
His judgement is in question, seriously! 20 years to hear what someone close to him is saying.....will he pay that kind of attention to the people or even the cabinet members?
Hillary and McCain both need to let him talk & talk; and they shouldn't even mention his floundering for excuses. His lies and political moves are starting to wrap around him.....He has done this to himself.
The DNC is in trouble. What will they do?
Obama's preacher ( by far not reverend) hates America...He asked God to damn her. He talkes about the US of KKKA. That church is not a house of worship for God. but a house of hatred against our beloved country. We don't need Obama or his ideas.
We all know what the Clintons did ..they lied, cheated. And those who got cross ways with them ended up dead.
We need someone who will stand up for our country. Someone who loves her. Someone who loves and respects our brave military. Someone who will not turn their back to what is right.. In short, We NEED John Mc Cain for president !!!!!!!!
God bless our country. Anyone who does not love her should know., our borders are open. find one and get out.
Meanwhile, to our heros in uniform.... God bless all of you !!!!!!!
Barack Obama gave a brilliant speech today. Unfortunately, the speech he should have given, to Reverend Wright and the congregation of this divisive church, about the "unity and "change" that he says he represents, was never delivered. The gift of great oratory skills is not experience, it is not judgment, it is not an indication of a man's character. Now more than ever - words, just words.
Obama's clearly an intelligent, effective speaker. While America's free speech allows arrogance and vanity of the type pastor Wright is evidently so fond of spewing, but we can under no circumstances allow a man who aligns himself with such filthy, ungrateful and unpatriotic rhetoric, to lead our country. Somehow, Obama has sold his own soul to the devil in order to gain the support of the black community in Chicago. I don't want this man in the White House.
I agree Barack lied about sitting in the pew and hearing comments like the ones that was shown on TV. Today he came clean but why didnt he just tell the truth in the first place. What amazes me he then counterdicks himself further in his speech today and says he never heard those kind of comments uttered from Rev Wright. Which part of his speech is correct today he did hear those comment or he didnt. Either way He lied. We have had 7 years of lies!!!!!!! Kevin From Indiana
The more I hear Obama and the more I learn convinces me he is not fit to be our President. If he can attend a church for 20 years and not know what was going on what does that say about his ability to discern, judge or stand up to those who would destroy us. It is my humble opinion he is a man with an agenda and not one that we should trust. the speach today was simply an attempt to save his political butt. not sincere, definately not honest and he is not to be believed. if he is elected we will live to regret it.
Great, Obama refuses to place his hand over his heart during the Anthem, his wife is not proud of her Country and he listens to anti-American rantings of Wright (who parrots the Farrakhan rantings).....and it's all about mainstream America's refusal to change. How did that happen? When can a White guy get 40 minutes of national air time to HONESTLY map out how Black-change is the solution that community needs....without being character assasinated for being a racist? If we are truly opening a dialog on race, Black America is going to have to "look in the mirror" and may not like what they see. Better to continue letting the black race-baiters hijack the issues until that community is better prepared for "the rest of the story".
Obama looked arrogant to me. Why was he bringing up slavery as an excuse for his pastor's insulting remarks? Obama's father is from current Africa, not the Africa of 100 years ago. Isn't it time that blacks quit victimizing themselves over and over again? If hate like this is preached as "gospel" every week, how is a new generation of blacks ever to get past the past and take advantage of all the special programs in place to get them past the past? I feel sorry for Obama's white grandmother. He certainly trashed her!
All along I've felt Obama never has said anything of substance, just looked pretty and had this tremendous ability to mesmerize Americans that at this point, we just don't have anyone to vote for to be our next President. Now he's fighting for his life! he wants this presidency so much he's flailling to keep his head above water. Most practical Americans are not blinded by his talk anymore. Its better we find out now what he's all about than after he's in the white house. The saying goes... 'your past will come to haunt you'. He's tried to play it so safe hoping, that if he doesn't make waves he won't be found out! We cannot afford putting this person in the White House and then he'll change his mind again, taking on his true beliefs that aren't in the best interest of all Americans!
GRETA,
THIS IS A JUDGMENT ISSUE, AND CREDIBILITY, HE DOSE NOT POSSESS
THE LEADERSHIP TO BE IN THE WHITE HOUSE, PER HIS SPEECH TODAY
hANNITY STATED HE HAS BEEN GETTING TERRIFIED OVER E-MAIL
THAT HE GOT ON THIS ISSUE, WE ALSO ARE BEING TERRIFIED, AND FRIGHTENED, BY WHAT WE HEAR ON SOCIAL CITES AND BEING
THREATENED BY SOME OF HIS SUPPORTERS IF WE SPEAK OUT
ON THIS ISSUE. ALSO, MANY OTHER SUPPORTERS HAVE BEEN
TOLD THAT IF HE DOSE NOT GET THE NOMINATION, THEY HAVE THREATENED
VIOLENCE IN THE STREETS.
THERE ARE SOME AMERICANS THAT ALREADY ARE AFRAID TO SPEAK
OUT ON THIS ISSUE. pLEASE DO A POLL ON hOW MANY OF US FEEL
THREATENED AND AFRAID, BY WHAT MAY HAPPEN IF HE DOSE
NOT GET NOMINATION. AND INVESTIGATE THANKYOU
Obama showed what kind of slick talker he is. His speech today was a series of misdirections to mislead the public so the public would not focus on his lies. He stooped to the lowest to bring in his white grandmother to put her on the same level as his racist pastor. None of what his pastor has said is new to OBAMA which shows his true character. HE never actually took a stand to disagree and distance himself from his pastors racists comments. He instead defended his pastors actions and words which shows his true feelings towards whites. Racism exits today in America but it is the BLACKS that hate the whites. Look at all the whites that have voted for Obama and don't have a problem with him being black and running for office. This whole election shows that it is the Jesse Jacksons and Al Sharptons that are always bringing the race card into everything. Whites are willing and ready to vote for a black man for President. JUST NOT THIS BLACK MAN!!!!
Watched Obama today. It was not consistent with what he shared with the American people this last Friday night. Lied.
Also, I found it really pathetic that he had no problem throwing his grandmother under the bus about racists statement. Stood up more for Rev. Wright than his own family. Notice that he always brings someone else to blame for something every time he has to acknowledge faults of those who are close to him. Sad to see a once rising star come crashing down. Damaged goods from this point on.
Obama is a very intelligent man. The media should leave him alone ! This IS OUR next president !!
Mr. Obama, In all my years, I can't remember anything that my Pastor has said that I do not agree with. Sorry that you had to listed to your Pastor spew out all that hate.
#316 - Fox News and other stations only reported on this subject as found from the CD's that the church SELLS! Wise up...you too will be affected by this man if, if, if he gets into the White House.
In his speech today, he mentioned that he had "crenged" when his white grandmother said things about black men. Why didn't he crenge for his grandmothere when Rev. Wright said the things about whites? Seems he's leaning more to his black blood than his white blood. More importantly, why would someone stay in an all black church, when he's trying to bring the country together? Isn't he talking out of both sides of his mouth?
We don't need a LIAR in the White House?! What the heck have we had in the WH for the past 7 years?!?! There is NO denying that Obama will bring a perspective to the presidency that NO ONE has had before him.
Under no circumstances should an individual be considered for election as our president whose mentor and spiritual advisor words are the same as the radical elements of Islam who want us dead.
I was quite impressed with Mr. Obama's reasoned speach. I can understand every point he made, and I agree with him. His is the first truly honest presentation of the facts surrounding Racism in our country.
I last voted for a Democrat in 1960; I haven't voted for one since. I'm 71 and had been a luke-warm supporter of Mr. McCain. Now, I intend to vote for Obama. I am convinced he is able to listen to our military and Intelligence leaders regarding their thoughts on Iraq; he will be quite capable of giving us the leadership needed to do what is truly in our best interests about the Iraq War.
Mr. Obama appears to have more well-thought concepts than Mr. Kennedy had when he campaigned.
Jim Needham
Wes, I'm not a white man or women! I'm what most people would consider a "minority" however I consider myself an American; willing to die for the freedoms that most Americans take for granted! Sen. Obama is throwing the "race" card around (which is getting old) and he is still a liar and doesn't represent my values at all! I'm what you might consider an undecided voter. And I guess I'll vote like I did last time, I did not like any of the Pres. candidates so I voted on the woman who would be the "Best" First Lady! Looks like I'm doing that this year again.
This has the potential to incite racial division unlike anything we have seen in decades. This is far from over. I firmly believe that more information will surface about Obama. I was skeptical when he refused to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance. There is something very scary about this church and their beliefs.
we as white people do not have the slightest idea what the black people past years went through or how their life was ruined by many white kkk's . the older folks in the past experienced these ruined lives by whites and obama is trying to put the past behind and have the black children of the future try and put that in the past and unite us all but it seems like the white folks don't want to put it to rest do they?????? well i'm sure this is a ploy of the white folks to keep a black becoming president because whites are still racists against blacks . as far as i'm concerned i find nothing a wrong with obama or his wife and i'm as white as you can get to me hillary is worse than any black folk could be they are compassionate people and she is as cold as a cucumber. she has no feelings in her body for yoU OR me , she is in it for the ego of herself thats all in life she has thought of HERSELF
Reading these comments makes me feel reticent to respond: these arguments seem biased and uneducated. If the Reverend's views are so important in this race, and supposedly reflective of Mr. Obama, then we should be asking for more footage that goes beyond the inflammatory and gives us a better perspective of the man and his work. I thought that Obama was clear in expressing HIS views and making it explicit that the "negative" views of Rev. Wright do not reflect his own. We seem to be quick to condemn- which shows that we have completely missed the point of Obama's speech. I am disappointed that the response to Obama's speech is so negative, but after reading the comments (to quote the first response), I "ain't" surprised.
Obama`s church is not only anti-american its racist and there is no way around that. I would leave my church in NY minute if that happened. I support Clinton now but if Obama wins I`ll vote for McCain. Obama`s supporters blame the media but his church sell the DVD. The big O just lied and now its to late.
I am sick and tired of double standards. If a white minister had made those kinds of comments, he would not only be chastised, but put out the ministry, and if happened to be possible, would be put in jail.
Since when are ANY KIND OF RACIAL COMMENTS TOLERABLE ANYWHERE???
REV. Wright is a racist / bigamist just as much as so many whites were in the 1960's and for Sen. Obama, who himself said that he attended his church with Pastor Wright more than NOT and then to LIE and say he never heard the man make any racist comments. I am not a fool and certainly hope to Mr. Obama doesn't think that this "Whitey is in any wise a stupid fool whereby he can get by with such as this. Paul T. Watson, Thomson, Georgia
GRETA,
THIS IS A JUDGMENT ISSUE, AND CREDIBILITY, HE DOSE NOT POSSESS
THE LEADERSHIP TO BE IN THE WHITE HOUSE, PER HIS SPEECH TODAY
hANNITY STATED HE HAS BEEN GETTING TERRIFIED OVER E-MAIL
THAT HE GOT ON THIS ISSUE, WE ALSO ARE BEING TERRIFIED, AND FRIGHTENED, BY WHAT WE HEAR ON SOCIAL CITES AND BEING
THREATENED BY SOME OF HIS SUPPORTERS IF WE SPEAK OUT
ON THIS ISSUE. ALSO, MANY OTHER SUPPORTERS HAVE BEEN
TOLD THAT IF HE DOSE NOT GET THE NOMINATION, THEY HAVE THREATENED
VIOLENCE IN THE STREETS.
THERE ARE SOME AMERICANS THAT ALREADY ARE AFRAID TO SPEAK
OUT ON THIS ISSUE. pLEASE DO A POLL ON hOW MANY OF US FEEL
THREATENED AND AFRAID, BY WHAT MAY HAPPEN IF HE DOSE
NOT GET NOMINATION. AND INVESTIGATE THANKYOU
If is unfortunate that a man that is so educated and speaks so well did not know what was coming. If he wants to be President, it was his business to know everything about a 20 year association with any orginization. I do not want a President that will not put his hand on his heart during the National Anthem, wear a flag on his lepal, or know about a orginatation and a friend or uncle as he calls him, that preaches the radical hate about AMERICA in front of anyone especially children. This is as bad as the brain washing of children in Iraq to be radicals. GOD BLESS AMERICA
I am a strong believer in considering all sides of an issue. I have no color bias. I attend a church that is 98% white with a progressive black minister. He inspires change. Church is a holy place where one goes to worship. No member of a church of faith should tolerate the irreverence shown in Obama's church.
For Obama to compare the concerns of his grandmother and the remarks made by Ferraro to the inflammatory and untrue statements made by his minister derogates my intelligence.
The black community needs to quit being so prejudice. Many whites fought to free the black slave and lost their lives in the process. The black community needs to move on and learn to live together with prejudice toward none. Too many favors have been given to black people at the expense of the hard working white middle class people who receive nothing from their government but higher taxes. Rev Wright is a bigot and needs to be identified as such who preys on the feelings of others to increase their own pocketbook. Barak is lying and not being truthful about his real intentions.
Enough of the Rev. Wright!!!! We get the point. How about doing some research into all the dodgy people Hillary has associated with over the years. Why does she not want her First Lady papers and phone records exposed. How about doing a bit on some of the many people Bill pardoned on his last day. I'm sure you'll find some more disgusting characters than Rev. Wright, who have given more than words to the Clintons. Time to move on, I say.
This has opened my eyes as to the racism being used by Obama. He never challenged his pastor and mentor about the anti-American statements he made, but was quick to accuse Geraldine about her remarks. He lectured the white americans, but defended his mentor. He accused the media, talk radio of being devisive, but not his pastor. He threw his white Grandmother under the bus. For a couple that made a million dollars last year thanks to this great country, he has no credibility now with many Americans. He may think he can bully the public to vote for him, but it just will not work after today. Justine, Raleigh, NC
I am still trying to recover from the shock of this. Obama is done. What a waste,
so much potential lost. Hatred, resentment and unforgiveness is a formula for defeat. Mr. Wright should have read his Bible colorblind.
Obama is explaining to us that Wright's comments, good and bad are a refection of the black community. This makes me fear the black community in a way that I never did in the past. I never realized that this type of hate speech was so completly mainstream in the black community. How can people with these ideas unite with anybody?
Thank you Greta and Fox News for covering ALL the news the way you do.
You know what offends me ... disbelief in Darwin and evolution and the attempted sell of Intelligent Design! Is one fact and the other fiction?
What lies in the dark shall come to light. I live in Atlanta where there is a huge black population. Many Blacks are very racist against white people, and I am not shocked to hear Wright say anti-american, anti-semitic and racist statements. I can only hope it is a wake up call to all Americans black and white alike, it is time to leave race at the door and appreciate each other as people. I will be proud to vote for a black man or women when he/she is the most qualified and shows he/she is ready to lead our country.
Senator Obama has attempted to divert attention from the issue: that a close adviser is a racist and anti-American demagogue. The issue is not my possible racism or that of all the people Obama was addressing: it is the factual racism of Pastor Wright.
It is just not credible that Senator Obama never heard these "objectionable" ( rather than merely "controversial" ) remarks. It is also not necessary for Obama to have heard these things directly. It is certain that someone would have mentioned it to him. Further, Pastor Wright's positions have been well-known in the black church community for decades. So we have the Senator being disingenuous, at a minimum, mendacious possibly. Wright was a member of Obama's campaign advisory team as recently as last week.
Either Obama subscribes to Wright's positions, which he denies, or he has exercised bad judgement. Most likely, it was opportunism; becoming a member of Trinity and a confidant of Pastor Wright were of a piece with Obama's ingratiating himself with Bill Ayers, a confessed terrorist bomber and leader of the Weatherman Underground but a member-in-good-standing of the radical community in Chicago. Rather than being a change agent, Senator Obama has advanced rapidly in the radical political community of Chicago by both his oratorical skills and his ingratiation with Wright and Ayers with his positions being rather run-of-the-mill standard leftist positions.
The word demagogue clearly applies to Wright and his "success" reflects that of a demagogue who appeals to rather base instincts of a fairly large ( but ethnically undiverse ) group. Whether some of the same stripe or even someone who is associated with such should become President of the U.S. is another matter.
Obama is eloquent and charismatic to be sure, but he is also affiliated with a
church that preaches racisim and hate. I hate to keep bringing the shoe back to the other foot, but if this were a white candidate who was affiliated with a "church" that preached this type of intolerance our conversation would not be so subdued and dignified. The Jessie Jacksons and Al Sharptons of the world would be screaming their heads off and that person would be run out of town on his rear! On the matter of Church...I am a christian and I tell you this plainly, this man is NOT christian. Bad people can do good things just as good people can do some bad things. This man does not Jesus. Jesus is a spirit and God has No color. A real Minister is to lead by example.
Obama can not expect American people to vote him into office of this country
knowing that this man is considered not just a family member but a man who does 'good' He damned the nation that Obama wants us to intrust him to gaurd.
First Obama states that he never heard such talk then he says that he did.
He really frightens me. Will say anything he thinks people want to hear. Typical politician.
What about his friends that bombed the Pentagon?
McCain just received my vote
This is all about judgement, or the lack there of, that said, his speech today was wonderful, but did nothing to show me that his judgement is that which I would expect for a President of The United States. His statement that Affirmative action helped form the Reagan Revolution convinced me that he has no place as president.
Thanks again Greta and of course Hannity for presenting the facts, just the facts. I agree with your summation that Senator Obama has drawn a line in the sand as to how far he will now admit to what he heard in church from Dr. Wright. But please take it further than that...he is very condescending with his remarks, so Clinton-like. He has told us what to think and we should fall in line. As a 54 year old white male from Memphis I have seen it all. I am not racist, but I am observant and why would i want to have even a casual acquaintance with blacks if they are so against us. I never owned slaves. I would not have condoned slavery if I had lived then, but I am paying the price for all those who came before me. Would Martin Luther King want this hatred to be at the forefront of any Christian church?
And U can't forget Hillary. This story is old about Dr. Wright. Why did it come out during this lull in the Democrat primary voting? Also, first she was for counting the Fl & Michigan delegates, then against, then no re-count, then oh yeah a re-count.
Please think for yourself before society sacrifices free thought for being led by a group of people responsible for feeding U what they want U to eat...try another dish.
Terry, #290, look at the consensus opinion of this blog. The only reason you don't like Fox News is because they tell the truth and don't slant it toward your left wing agenda. Wise up. The guy is less than forthcoming and 95% of the people responding think he's toast!!!
I couldn't agree with Corrine more. I can't wait until somehow, someway, someone finds proof that he was in the church during Wright's highly racist comments. Obama waited too long, and he only came out with this B.S. speech because of the heat. I wouldn't be surprised if he turned out to be some kind of Manchurian Candidate. Someone to right all the so called wrongs of our past. I am so tried of this crock of s@#$ about it's because someone is black. Try starting a church with the word white in it. See how fast Sharpton shows up to condemn it. Liberals open your eyes already!
This isn't just about race. We are used to hearing this from Rev. Sharpton, Jesse Jackson, and others. What really upset me was the anti-American rant. Is this why Obama doesn't salute the flag, refuses to say the Pledge of Allegience to the flag, and won't wear a flag pin on his lapel. I believe this is deeper than a lot of people see and is very concerning. And as for his speech today, in his own words, it was just words!
Face it.. Obama is full of crap. Remember, you can only be a racist if you are white....
yes, he lied and now he's trying to tell the truth? Oh please- really makes me want to believe him but can't really figure out what is the truth and I don't think he knows what it is either. Also really makes me wonder about another one of his supporters- Oprah. I hear she attends this church too - does anyone know if this is so
OBAMA GAVE A VERY GOOD SPEECH, WHICH IS WHAT HE IS SO GOOD AT, BUT WE KNOW ONE THING, AND THAT IS THAT HE DID LIE ABOUT ALL OF THIS, TRIED TO KEEP IT HIDDEN IN THE BACKGROUND. THIS IS NOT ANYONE WHO SHOULD BE OUR PRESIDENT BY ANY MEANS. THE DNC SHOULD HOLD SOME RESPONSIBILITY FOR NOT DOING BETTER HOMEWORK ON THE ONES THEY WANT TO REPRESENT THE DEM PARTY.
OBAMA AND HIS CHURCH ARE TRYING TO TO DESTROY OUR COUNTRY AND THEY DONT CARE
OBAMA AND HIS CHURCH ARE TRYING TO TO DESTROY OUR COUNTRY AND THEY DONT CARE
Obama looked arrogant to me. Why was he bringing up slavery as an excuse for his pastor's insulting remarks? Obama's father is from current Africa, not the Africa of 100 years ago. Isn't it time that blacks quit victimizing themselves over and over again? If hate like this is preached as "gospel" every week, how is a new generation of blacks ever to get past the past and take advantage of all the special programs in place to get them past the past? I feel sorry for Obama's white grandmother. He certainly trashed her!
It is far too little, far too late--about 19 years and 364 days too late. Colin Powell attended a meeting (referenced in one of the Wright film clips) where it turned out to be one of anti-semitism--HE WALKED OUT!!....Obama not only continued to choose this hate-mongering anti-semite and anti-American has his inspiration, he stated today that his relationship with Rev. Wright will continue.
Obama wants it both ways--it doesn't work that way. If the country is so concerned about dashing the hopes of breaking racial barriers in the White House, that they would sell out their conscience, then it will underscore those who claim he got there because he was African American. It is unfortunate that he was such a good orator that he managed to keep his relationships of such poor judgement hidden until after he procured so many delegates (which he would not have gotten had he been properly vetted from the start when the media was giddy as a schoolgirl over him instead.
He should do the right thing and step down. He is no longer a viable candidate in the general election.
As for the dashed hopes of the African American population and those who believed in his now hollow messages of hope and judgement to lead, I am truly sorry. Perhaps the next "non-white" candidate (perhaps Colin Powell or a few others I could name) will come to the table without this kind of divisive and secretive ugliness attached to them.
As before, Kennedy had Chappaquiddick--Obama has Wright, Farrakhan, Ayers and Rezco--too much to get beyond.
This comment is to the second person who made the comment about the first person who commented. The first person who commented is definitely not a white racist as you have judged. Obviously, that person and her husband supported Alan Keyes and as she wrote, he is black.
All I can add to this exposer is that as a Christian who has attended church for the past 30 years and because of relocations have attended several churches throughout these 30 years, I could tell almost immediately what the pastor(s) believed and could discern the Pastor's heart with just a few visits. It is IMPOSSIBLE to attend a church for 20 years and not be influenced by the leadership of that church. You only remain faithful in a church and support it when you believe what that leadership believes. You cannot say that the leadership at this church that Obama has attended has not influenced him. That would be a lie. From the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks. This is what is in the heart of this pastor, leadership and all those who attend and support them. This applies to any church, ministry or organization be it white, black, hispanic oriental or any other race. When you don't agree, you leave.
Senator Obama is great at flowery speech with dramatic themes. However, he lacks the integrity to admit when he has been wrong. To believe that he could have attended a Church for 20 years and not know his pastor spoke about our country in this fashion is ludicrous. Either he is hopelessly naive or outright dishonest on this topic... either of these qualities are not what we need for the leader of our nation.
Let's all face it. We need a White Man running our country.....
Senator Obama is a good canidate for president and this is the first time I have had the opportunity to vote for a black canidate. Racist people are still living among us in this country. I encountered racism the other day when I went to a all white community and the man was sitting outside I pulled up in my car and the man went in the house not to answer my question. Slavery was wrong and the wounds and the memory of it is still in peoples hearts. Obama is the best candiate for the country and most of what Mr. wright said was the truth.
My son was watching the news and saw wright speaking. He was so afraid!!!
I THINK SENATOR OBAMA, IS A BLACK MILITANT CLOSET MUSLIM , AND I THINK THE TRUTH IS JUST STARTING TO EMERGE!!! FROM HIS WIFE JUST NOW STARTING TO BE PROUD SHE IS AN AMERICAN TO HIS TIES TO REV. WRIGHT, LOUIS FARRAKAM AND MUAMMAR QADDAFI.
Isn't this the same man who called for the firing of Imus because of his racist comments - yet when it comes to his friends/pastor being a White Racist and Bigot and ANTI - American. . . Doesn't make sense to me! And, if that church is healing wounds in the community - I already am the President!! That church is building a DIVIDE between the races! Also, from the Pastor's indication that this country has murdered so many - but he is also SUPPORTIVE of roe vs wade! Sounds like a great church for Oprah, Obama and the rest of the liberal community! For Obama not to know what his Pastor is saying for the last 20 years he has either been asleep in the pew or he way to absent to be President of the United States of AMERICA (not of KKK) I wonder if he remembers what has happened during any of his SENATE meetings??
OBAMA IS JUST THE TYPE OF PERSON TO LEAD AMERICA FOR A BETTER FUTURE. I BELIEVE THAT REV WRIGHT IS A GOOD INFLEUNCE; AS WE AS AMERICANS ALWAYS NEED TO QUESTION OURSELVES FURTHER.
THE REAL CRIMINAL RACISTS ARE THE CLINTONS WHO HAVE BEEN SUPPORTING RACISM IN AMERICAN FOR TWO DECADES, THEY HAVE CHEATED AND RIDICULED THIS NATION. THEY CANNOT BE TRUSTED JUST LIKE THE DEVIL. OBAMA AND WRIGHT ARE MUCH BETTER THEN THE CLINTONS.
VOTE OBAMA
Obama brought high Hope to blacks and whites.
Now we have a Low Sadness for blacks and whites.
How many black churches preach this hate just like
the hate preached in mosques?
How does this hate help our young to be the best they can be?
I was so impressed by Obama and now I question his strength to speak up and It Is Scary!!
I was on the fence between Clinton and Obama, All I hear from Clinton are plans, she seems to be ready to start the job tomorrow. From Obama, all I keep hearing is hope this, hope that, change, new america...but hope for what? what are his plans? How has he come so far without spelling out his plans?? I thought that it was just that I hadn't caught enough of his speeches, so have been giving him the benefit of the doubt putting it down to my lack of research, but how come I have heard Hillarys plans with the same lack of research??!
Even still now that I've seen the reverend footage, I'm actually afraid, because Obama is so closely tied with him, 20 years of this sort of brainwashing over a 40 year olds lifetime is a long long time of indoctrination, what worries me more is that this attitude would become more prevalent and acceptable nationwide if he were to become president. With no detailed plans set out and this cult-style preaching marking his background, and his latest display of cowardess in addressing a difficult issue for example this rev issue up until today, has moved my feet to the other side of the fence and am getting ready to jump into the Hillary camp.
I also think that the media's idea that Obama has ALL the young people's votes is an insult to young people and their ability to make up their own minds without having a personalised visit by a candidate on campus. I am under 30 and like I say have been undecided due to lack of information from the Obama side until now. I think if this footage came out in January you would be looking at a very different set of results from the primaries.
I am sick and tired of the racial talk. Obama was fine with me until all this came about. It has tarnished him enough to cause me not to want him in office. Rev. Wright should be chased out of this country. It seems to me that America has been pretty good to him in light of his education and career. He should be thanking the white people. I can't believe Obama sat in his church, even off and on, for twenty years and not know what a racist and anti-American he is and what effect his sermons have had on young people.
OBAMA GAVE A VERY GOOD SPEECH, WHICH IS WHAT HE IS SO GOOD AT, BUT WE KNOW ONE THING, AND THAT IS THAT HE DID LIE ABOUT ALL OF THIS, TRIED TO KEEP IT HIDDEN IN THE BACKGROUND. THIS IS NOT ANYONE WHO SHOULD BE OUR PRESIDENT BY ANY MEANS. THE DNC SHOULD HOLD SOME RESPONSIBILITY FOR NOT DOING BETTER HOMEWORK ON THE ONES THEY WANT TO REPRESENT THE DEM PARTY.
North American Union.......CIA secret prisons.........NSA spying.........KBR Detention centers........fed propping up bankers to create an economic depression to bring about a CASHLESS SOCIETY.............
Obama should be truthful, that pastor is a black racist and if Obama stands by his side then he is a black racist and should be denied the White house... The Govt. for the past 40 or so years that I know of have given support and MUCHO DOLLARS and even looked the other way at the black mans indescrition, White America has been held hostage bescause of the black man, does the White man have Caucasion Colleges, white history month? if that was the case , the black man would cry racisem and demand action, I am glad the veil and the gloves are off...
Obama's church's agenda is not to promote all Americans, its main concern is for only of the black race. The church is always preaching items of racist tender. This keeps the racial agenda in the minds of all the blacks that attend the services weekly.
Questions to Obama should include: what is his agenda toward the blacks in Africa if he is to become our President. If he agrees with his churches policies, our tax dollars will get earmarked to aid the blacks in Africa, as his church does.
Of course Obama was aware of Rev Wrights views. But forget Obama.
Why is there no commentary on all of those parishioners applauding Wright's vicious rhetoric.
Obama said in his speech "We'd be making the same mistake " inferring that anything that we might say against Rev. Wright preaching , that we'd be sounding just like him. Then turns around and says we haven't had dialoge which "Reflects the complexity" of blab blab blab. Obama is double talking ....... Slick Willy move over. "OBAMA YOUNG CHILDREN WERE IN THE AUDIENCE LISTENING TO THIS BLACK RACIST HATE SERMON"
I WONDER WHAT THE LORD THOUGHT OF BOTH THESE MEN'S SPEECHES.
I'm from Ill. and voted for Alan Keyes for senate. I beleive the liberal agenda Obama has for America is as dangerous as Wrights foolish babbling and I am not at all surprised Obama is associated with him. I hope the American people will see through this phony and vote for a more honest and experienced leader like John McCain.
oh my goodness. this man could not run this country & treat us all fairly. He bold faced lied to us. He could not even admit the truth until he was able to make a 5 hour long speach with it. half of it sounded like he was campaigning, not trying to apologize for lies he told us all. I unlike others (Obama supporters) will not allow someone to shovel crap at me & take it. I wish now foxnews would play all the times when he was asked questions about all of this, then play his answers at the time (THE LIES) then play his confessions today. He was justifying the america & american hate basher at every turn. I knew the minute he compared Wright to his (white grandmother) he was bringing race into it. Lets all remember as well he is also linked to terrorist, domestic & abroad. He was also probably at the affair when Louis Farrakhan was given the award of greatness from Wright & his church. Obama could say no, but we would have to wait for another month until he could write up a speach to come out with the truth. Remember how all americans can be prosecuted from, guilt by association? well what puts Obama above this? If you are with someone while they commit a crime, you are guilty as well. Well Obama may not be able to be convicted, but he's guilty by association. let's all love and want the best for our country & countrymen. Obama is not the best. What would be the greatest accomplishment a terrorist group could ever accomplish? Taking over our government, how about the President of the united states. And now where is Wright? Maybe he is back in Lybia making sure Obama supporters are still on board. He could just never again be believed. He lies so well even his supporters didn't question him.
Did anyone notice the long delay before Senator Obama began his address? A little "Audacity of Entitlement"--last I heard; network time is very expensive.
Look, either he has no judgement or capacity to recognize the deep chism and hatred coming from Rev Wright; or he just told a little story about never being present when divisive language was spewed. But then he speaks differently today. Sorry---can't have it both ways. I think Barack is a unique and gifted man--not perfect and no one is---He did not throw his Rev under the bus---I respect that but he Does the Politically advantageous to His agenda and to continue to encourage the young on an agenda purported to be pristine is not good. Wake up America--The Republicans Will pulverize the Dems---Another time Barack--not this one.
I think it was a great speech and I do not think any less of him for his position on this. Of course political posturing is a part of it, but let's face it...I would rather have a REAL person in the White House. I don't know anyone that doesn't have some relative, co-worker, long term aquaintance, church leader, etc that has said something idiotic and firmly believe they are right. REAL people have exposure to all types and kinds instead of living in the political land of make believe.
#11 if you are a teacher so concerned with the younger generation brush up on your english. It would be "heard" not herd. Not a very good example yourself are you?
People are making a judgement without hearing the whole statement from the pastor. I think it is the job of a reporter to report the TRUTH. And the TRUTH is when the pastor spoke with what seemed to be against anger about whites, the next few seconds of that sound-bite and the point of his message was to forgive as in "forgive those who trespass against us".
To report things you haven't done your homework on is just propaganda. So how then can we talk about another country feeding propaganda to their citizens.
THAT IS THE STUPID LEADING THE STUPID.
I preferr to read for myself AND I preferr the truth.
For the first time in many years I felt like I was listening to someone who really gets it. Too many americans are operating out of fear. My conservative brothers seem to be afriad of losing something. What is this man going to take from you? I am most embarassed that part of my household voted for Mr. Bush. I get tense everytime he opens his mouth. I have heard the Obama criticisms and in spite of them all. He has clearly become the candidate that represents all. It is really time for us to grow up and let go of this racial thing! Lets show the world that this is the greatest place to live for ALL.
Once again people like H&C have stirred the pot and have polarized this election. If this is all you can find on Senator Obama then I wonder who is really behind this issue. Could it be the owners and sponsors of H&C and FOX who are really concerned if Obamo is the Democratic nominee? I think that Obama's remarks were truthful. He stated that he was not present during the specific remarks that have been played on your show and You Tube; however, he stated today he was present when "other" remarks were made. How does anyone interpret this to be contradicting? Once again the media (H&C - FOX) have swayed the viewpoints of this survey. Good job! However, at the end of the day the American people will make the right decision so long as sponsors and owners of various broadcast are not biased.
The whole Obama campaign has done nothing but sream racism about Clinton. It would appear that Obama's chickens have come home to roost.
Thanks to Sean Hannity and FOX for finally bringing the true nature of this man to light. CNN and the rest of mainstream media are still kowtowing to the Obama line of BS. KUDO's to FOX for not being coerced into ignoring this issue the way Anderson Cooper, Lou Dobbs, Gafferty and Campbell Brown of ONN(OBAMA NETWORK NEWS, FORMERLY CNN) are doing.
The more I hear Obama and the more I learn convinces me he is not fit to be our President. If he can attend a church for 20 years and not know what was going on what does that say about his ability to discern, judge or stand up to those who would destroy us. It is my humble opinion he is a man with an agenda and not one that we should trust. the speech today was simply an attempt to save his political butt. not sincere, definately not honest and he is not to be believed. if he is elected we will live to regret it.
I like Obama more after his speach. I think his thinking is beyond the scope of a lot of people's thinking. He came across as sincere. I don't think you can take 220 years of history plagued with injustices and flush them down the toilet in one election. I also respect the fact that he did not disown the rev.-it shows loyalty to people and not politics...it was selfless in a sense. Obama is real and would make a good president BECAUSE of his background. Finally, I think people are making it a bigger deal than it is. What actually scares me is how the media and commenttor are pressing the issue of identity and how Obama has to PROVE himself-even before this controversy, that somehow he is obligated to try a little harder than any other candidate to identify with the people. I think that is a bit racist!
Why would you vote for someone just because they are black. That is what shows racism!
He cringed when he heard his WHITE grandmother use a racist comment, but he didn't cringe at his BLACK preacher's racist, hateful comments that he chose to listen to for 20 years. Nice try, but I'm not buyin' it.
How can you trust someone who nationally threw his grandmother under the bus today, probably the one person in his life that is more responsible for him even being alive, just to appease his black supporters, i.e. not come totally clean about Wright. Wright is his "mentor". Why is he still a candidate for president of the United States. Wake up citizens, he can not be trusted.
This makes me sick to my stomach. I think much less of Obama today than yesterday
GOOD POINT ABOUT THE FLAGS. HE CAN'T WEAR A PIN BUT CAN HAVE THEM ALL AROUND HIM WHEN HE WANTS TO LOOK AMERICAN FOR HIS OWN GOOD. HE CAN'T POSSIBLY HAVE GONE TO THAT CHURCH FOR 20 YEARS AND NOT KNOW ABOUT THE LANGUAGE THE PREACHER SPOUTS. IT IS PROBABLY RUBBING OFF ON HIS CHILDREN IF THEY HEAR IT. AND IT OBVIOUSLY HAS ON HIS WIFE BECAUSE SHE SAID SHE WAS NEVER PROUD OF AMERICA UNTIL HE STARTED RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT. DO WE WANT HER FOR FIRST LADY AND A GUY NAMED BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT WHO GOES TO HEAR SERMONS PREACHED BY A SO CALLED PREACHER LIKE THAT? I THINK NOT!!!
WOW! NOW THIS IS WHAT IM TALKING ABOUT SO MANY COMMENTS. AMERICANS ARE FINALLY AWAKENING AND SPEAKING OUT ON ALL TOPICS, NOW MAYBE FINALLY WE CAN GET SOMEONE IN THE WHITEHOUSE THAT CAN HAVE ALL OF AMERICA AND THE REST OF THE WORLD IN OUR BEST INTREST. SIGNED A CONCERNED AMERICAN....
Here is a man who threw his own Grandmother under the bus! He and his wife want this election. I can see the White House gatherings now!
He lied when he said two days ago, he had never been present during any of these remarks made by his mentor, I knew he had to be lying. Tonight he admitted he was present and did lie. Can't you see him trying to lie his way out of troubles he gets into if elected?
SOME people amaze me!!!!! If you can't see the writing on the wall...something is seriously wrong with you! How in the world could anyone vote for a man that is so connected with THE hatemongers that are raising their ugly heads now? If people could just put down the old poor-poor me attitudes and try to move on....to a BETTER world, we'd all be at PEACE. WHY do you want to live in the PAST??? I believe it's because you're afraid of the FUTURE. Since your PAST was so painful...why be stuck there? I believe that most people-BLACK, WHITE, ETC. TRULY WANT TO HEAL but there are those that just won't allow it. I WILL NOT VOTE FOR OBAMA NOW! THAT'S FOR SURE and I'm disappointed about that. I have been singing his praises for the past month or so. But, now I feel like I've been duked! WAKE UP AMERICA!!!!!
America has always been racist which particulary began with Caucasian-Americans and slaves. Many successful Caucasian-Americans are like Serpents with quick tongues. They always know how to flip situations to make good people look bad and to sway weak-minded people. Instead of performing a true self-analysis of oneself. Something like Devil's Advocates. Mr. Hannity on FoxNews said something to the fact that if Obama is friends with a racist pastor, then he must have the same beliefs. Mr. Hannit, if Bill O'Reilly can be friends with a Democrat, "Kirsten Powers", does that make him an undercover Democrat. White America is full of hypocrites. I'm not racist, but I call it how I see and hear it. Please take time to read the Holy Bible and love one another.
So, he cringes at what his grandmother says, but no cringes for Rev. Wright. Is that a double standard?
And when are they going to start sacrificing white people to atone for the sins of racists? I don't believe racism is right, but does it even matter? I am white, so that makes be part of the white racists. I don't judge all black people as racists though I know that some are. Obama should understand that he needs to forgive, as do many of us, because of the judgements made upon him by racists, including his grandmother. I, too, have to forgive, now more than ever. Rev. Wright could use a few lesson in that as well. As a man who speaks for God, he is in grave danger of being judged by God in the same way he has judged others. Hate the sin, love the sinner. Love your enemies and pray for them. that is pretty hard to do when you are hatemongering.
I might actually buy the fact that these were isolated comments and forgive Obama's feigned "ignorance"; where I have the problem believing this is that the comments about 911 being deserved or words to that effect came less than a week after the incident, when his congregation, in fact, the nation, needed reassurances, needed to feel united now more than ever, so that our OWN children would not be the next victims. People did not need to be screamed at about how it was deserved, rich white people brought it on themselves, etc. How is that uniting? And if this is this type of church's reaction to a crisis, HOW in the WORLD can we feel safe with like minded individuals at the helm should, God forbid, something happen again?
And the fact that children are being bombarded with these messages...no wonder the bitterness and divide are alive and well still today!
There is no way Obama could have been associated with this bitter, radical, so-called Christian minister and not have known about his negative thoughts, feelings, and actions toward the white population of America. I am white and have no negative feelings about our black, fellow Americans, but I do resent idiots like Wright and his supporters, like Obama that want to place all the blame for any black shortcomings on the white man. If I had any choice in the American presidential election process, Condi Rice would be my candidate. She wouldn't be just a black running for president, or a woman running for president; she would be an extremely intelligent, very capable American that would represent EVERY AMERICAN in a way that would instill unity and tolerance for all. Too bad this ole white boy has no say.
I think Senator Obama's relationship with Pastor Wright and his church is VERY IMPORTANT to this campaign. The very fact that he has participated as an active member of this church for 20 years and not till now disavowed any of the policies says a lot. It is impossible to believe that this relationship has not affected his thinking and bias about race relationships.
Obama is a liar, and the truth is not in him. As a christian I pray to God he never becomes President. He is another Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpten rolled up into one.
Obama is a liar, and the truth is not in him. As a christian I pray to God he never becomes President. He is another Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpten rolled up into one.
I feel a large degree of sorrow that our nation has not resolved the race issue.
I always believed it was the white people who were the racists, but after hearing Obama's speech, he helped me to understand that it is not the white people, but the black people who are the racists. All of these years, I have blamed the white race, but in recent years it is the black population that pushes the race card, perpetuating the disharmony between us. I feel so stupid.
For Obama not to disown Revence Wright is a question of judgement. You are judge by the friends you keep!
The comments by Mr. Obama just add to the negative feeling that has accumulated over the past several weeks. To run on "change" alone is not very fruitful and supports "nothing" other than the far left in the political domain.
This does not provide Hillary any "slack", since her communications are either from the same "leftist" domain or perhaps one step beyond.
The United States of America is not ready to "run" from Iraq, supports the troops efforts to sustain Democracy and a majority of the voting population
will support Senator McCain in November, barring another "chit", "hole", "tear" fiasco.
A true American, not the fringe, will support the right individual who has shared his blood when a member of the military: McCain.
Racial tensions in our nation are promolgated too often by so-called "ministers of the faith," who say they are preaching their culture liberation. When in fact they are keeping prejudicial hatred going for third, fourth and fifth generations who have had all the freedoms, and who have never had to live with segregation! They are anti-American liars who spew venom like that to keep their people hating whites.
Barack Obama did not separate himself from that kind of rhetoric; actually, he seemed to endorse and explain it as being something EVERYONE should understand. The Obamas should be proud that they have had a Harvard education. They should be proud to be American and they do not show it.
Viv Reeser
If Obama won't distance himself from Rev. White what kind of appointments can we expect from him if he becomes president?
#36 - why don't you stay in school, quit producing dozens of kids in and out of wedlock, quit expecting something for nothing, quit expecting that you should get something for nothing and the rest of us tax payers PAY for your free ride. If you don't like it LEAVE!
Thank you Fox News for informing the American people about the Reverand Wright and his close association with Senator Obama! No other major networks even touched on this horrendous event. And, THANK YOU Sean Hannity for telling the truth and watching this situation with Obama and his beloved anti-American, racist pastor! I admire you, Sean!! You are stronger than any of the other news commentators I have listened too, and I listen to just about all of them. THANK YOU AGAIN, SEAN!!!!! Obama, to you: GET OUT OF THE RACE!!!! WE DON"T NEED ANOTHER BLEEDING HEART LIBERAL in the WHITE HOUSE!!! Donna Powell
THIS HAS TOTALLY BACK FIRED ON OBAMA...WHEN HE JOINED THE CHURCH IN QUESTION 20 YEARS AGO, HE DID SO TO VALIDATE HIS "BLACKNESS". IT MAY HAVE GOTTEN HIM ELECTED IN CHICAGO, BUT IT WILL NOT WORK WITH THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
IT IS IRONIC THAT THE SAME PEOPLE THAT HELPED HIM GET ELECTED IN CHICAGO HAVE SUNK HIM IN THE RACE....AMERICA IS NOT READY FOR A SEPERATIST... HE IS VERY GOOD AT MANIPULATING "WHITE GUILT"...WHICH MEANS GETTING WHITE FOLK TO VOTE FOR HIM. BUT REV. WRIGHT SCREWED THAT UP FOR HIM...
HAPPY TRAILS HUSSAIN OBAMA---
My husband is a pastor and Mr. Wright certainly is not preaching the Word of God that I hear and read. He broke the most important commandment of not taking the name of the Lord in vain with his G...D....America. What does that say for his Christianity. Mr. Obama has proven himself to be a liar. I watched his interview with Major Garrett and his "oops, take my foot out of my mouth" speech today and they do not equate. He told Major that if he had heard the hatred and racism spewed by Mr. Wright he would have quit that church and today admitted he had heard inflammatory messages. So much for his veracity. Apparently his wife took the "messages" to heart according to her opinion of this country. God will certainly not bless this country if it is foolish enough to elect a person so undeserving.
A true pastor's wife.
Yes, I think we should have a talk about equality and reverse discrimination. I am really wondering why I must pay a 10% bidding preference because I am white and a college graduate. Why must my niece sit in a court room amd have people stand up and tell the judge it is the white culture that caused the young black man to stalk her daughter, shoot her, take 20 dollars and let her die on the sidewalk.
Yes lets confront the race problem ...... before you say, "yes", it may not turn out the way you think it will.
RA VEGAS
I love it.. over 550 comments in 19 minutes. Greta will loave it.
Thank you Fox News for informing the American people about the Reverand Wright and his close association with Senator Obama! No other major networks even touched on this horrendous event. And, THANK YOU Sean Hannity for telling the truth and watching this situation with Obama and his beloved anti-American, racist pastor! I admire you, Sean!! You are stronger than any of the other news commentators I have listened too, and I listen to just about all of them. THANK YOU AGAIN, SEAN!!!!! Obama, to you: GET OUT OF THE RACE!!!! WE DON"T NEED ANOTHER BLEEDING HEART LIBERAL in the WHITE HOUSE!!! Donna Powell
I'm from Ill. and voted for Alan Keyes for senate. I beleive the liberal agenda Obama has for America is as dangerous as Wrights foolish babbling and I am not at all surprised Obama is associated with him. I hope the American people will see through this phony and vote for a more honest and experienced leader like John McCain.
I am glad to see everyone's comments and honesty in how they really feel about Obama. If you were silently or secretly looking for a reason not to vote for him because it just felt uncomfortable, now you have it. However, I must also say White and Black America of "modest" means will never again, in the near future, see any other candidate that actually "gets" their side because they have actually "lived" their side both from a racial and financial standpoint. Politicians can lie to either not make people uncomfortable or they can lie for their own personal gain. So far Sen Obama has not sought to be for his own personal gain so much as he's trying to do something for all members of his country.
I hope we all don't blow this opportunity. We are in big trouble as a country for the obvious reasons(eonomy, global strife, IRAQ war). Some of the best things in life come from having good balance. Sen Obama, by his very nature represents balance. He is not ashamed of who he is; the white side or the black side. He claims both. He will do right by All of us. God bless you all...
I'm listening and watching from a far to be exact canada.
it would seems that the world is going to stop because of a man words
you know what tomorrow will come.and the after so get on with it people.
I wish we would spend the same energy to help the needy, and those that are loosing their home or have no food to feed their kids come on America you can do better then that.
the world is watching
Obama is now off the pedalstal. He is a lying politician who will sell his own soul and that of his Grandmother just to get elected. My prayer is that America will wake up to this fraud and not trust his judgment to lead our great nation. If he is elected we will all be in serious trouble.
I'm from Ill. and voted for Alan Keyes for senate. I beleive the liberal agenda Obama has for America is as dangerous as Wrights foolish babbling and I am not at all surprised Obama is associated with him. I hope the American people will see through this phony and vote for a more honest and experienced leader like John McCain.
No wonder Obama has been full of talk without substance! There seems to be a need to hide his real views.
You can't associate with a Pastor and a church that is so racist without it having and affect.
Obama niver said that he ever confronted the Pastor regarding these views - and he has lied regarding his presence when some of the statements were made.
We can't have him as President.
Having an affair while you are President did not or will not hurt this country. Being Racist does hurt this country. If Obama has such a close relationship with Rev Wright expecially for 20 years he is fully aware of all the Rev Wright's horrible racisim.
Boy he really had it going...but...now we may know why he stayed away from the media during all his campaigning. He said he personally did not hear any terrible comments the pastor made just a few days ago and today in his speech he admitted hearing some. For a campaign touting his good judgement I think he rates at the bottom of the scale. Trust and judgement..
important virtues ...prerequisites to run the greatest country in the world today. Anyone want to take their vote back?
I love it.. over 550 comments in 19 minutes. Greta will love it.
I have known from the beginning what Senator Obama is all about...I've done my homework...his book says a lot about him and none of it GOOD...Senator Obama is not for ANYONE but himself...If this were Hillary Clinton the DNC would already be asking her to resign...I think OBAMA and WRIGHT both owe her and the White people of America an apology...This is disgusting and Martin Luther King himself would be very disappointed...I can say that Fox News does a much better job of reporting than CNN...I am very disappointed in CNN and the way they have campaigned for OBAMA...Oh and where is OPRAH? She's another racist!
Wake up America! This man is WORSE that George W. Bush!!!
Obama could have saved a lot of newsprint and airtime if he had simply said, " I did not learn what my grandmother taught me, 'You will be judged by the company you keep'."
Having an affair while you are President did not or will not hurt this country. Being Racist does hurt this country. If Obama has such a close relationship with Rev Wright expecially for 20 years he is fully aware of all the Rev Wright's horrible racisim.
Having an affair while you are President did not or will not hurt this country. Being Racist does hurt this country. If Obama has such a close relationship with Rev Wright expecially for 20 years he is fully aware of all the Rev Wright's horrible racisim.
Senator Obama has condemed only some of his Mentor's WORDs. It seems that Obama gave a speach in which he basically said that words were nothing and action is what mattered.
Why did he not quit this Church long before. His wife's comments also righ of the Words of his Pastor.
This leaves me with a very bad taste in my mouth that seem to point to a smooth talking Al Sharpton or Jesse Jackson. None of which would do the country any good if serving as president.
On his Churches Web Site is the following:
The Pastor as well as the membership of Trinity United Church of Christ is committed to a 10-point Vision:
4. A congregation with a non-negotiable COMMITMENT TO AFRICA.
Is this the purpose of Obama's 800+ Billion to help underdeveloped countries?
I believe what Obama was trying to say is that we all have friends or family that may be racist to some degree and racism goes far beyond white and black. It's a shame that this country can't move beyond it's devides. For me personally I find that extremely religous people of ANY RELIGION tend to judge to quickly and are the first to start slinging racail slurs or putting other religions down. And lets not foreget that most religions love to stereotype everything under the sun, from race to people who believe in a different religion than the one they practice. I agree with obama that this country has to look at the big picture of americas future. NO ONE IS PERFECT.
We dont need a person in our Whitehouse, that can't tell the truth.
His wife made a statement, saying she is finally, in her adult life is proud to be an American.
We have always been proud to be am American
GOD BLESS AMERICA
I didn't think I would ever support a Clinton for anything, but after my suspicions were confirmed today I'm afraid I must. Hussein Obama would be very dangerous for this GREAT Country. In the end I believe Senator McCain is our best and only hope in this election.
I feel bad for Obama, but he is making a mistake by staying with his Pastor; Dr Wright, the bible says, out of our hearts our mouth speaketh! I'm Hispanic; but most of all I'm a christian. That, makes a difference, not race.
He lied he is the devil in sheep sheeps clothes. Are we sure that he is not OBL. He talk like duck so he must be one.
I didn't think I would ever support a Clinton for anything, but after my suspicions were confirmed today I'm afraid I must. Hussein Obama would be very dangerous for this GREAT Country. In the end I believe Senator McCain is our best and only hope in this election.
#36 - why don't you stay in school, quit producing dozens of kids in and out of wedlock, quit expecting something for nothing, quit expecting that you should get something for nothing and the rest of us tax payers PAY for your free ride. If you don't like it LEAVE!
I have to respect the man for standing up and saying what is really important to him, even though he new it would probably be unpopular. Mr. Wright is his long time friend and he will not denounce him. The problem I have is that the statements that were made, and continue to stand, are not as much racial and social as they are anti American. Any person who can stand with or uphold anyone who can make that kind of anti-American speech has no business being in the politics of the American Government!
We dont need a person in our Whitehouse, that can't tell the truth.
His wife made a statement, saying she is finally, in her adult life is proud to be an American.
We have always been proud to be am American
GOD BLESS AMERICA
You are the company you keep. How can a Man who claims he wants to bring the world together belong to such an opinionated, hate filled church? I am puzzled by the fact that a black Christian Muslim (how's that for faith) who hates whites and Jews can get this close to becoming our President. Doesn't anyone have a problem voting for BARAK HUSSIEN OBAMA? sorry if there are spelling errors, I'm not used to writing such names. His Wife has not until now been proud to be an American and his respected Minister hates America. WAKE UP PEOPLE! WHO LET THIS GUY IN?
#36 - why don't you stay in school, quit producing dozens of kids in and out of wedlock, quit expecting something for nothing, quit expecting that you should get something for nothing and the rest of us tax payers PAY for your free ride. If you don't like it LEAVE!
Two things: #1 - I'm not a Harvard grad, but I can tell what a person believes
by listening to him/her for a few sermons! It's absolutely impossible to sit
under someone and call them your mentor for 20 years and not know their
leanings. So, the burden is on Mr. Obama because he cannot separate himself from this racist, anti-American & anti-semetic indoctrination. Now...
#2 - If he geniunely CAN sit under a teacher for 20 years and not "get it",
he's certainly not qualified to be a leader of any country!!! He couldn't win
a local county seat where I live in south Florida if he's that slow mentally.
I once heard a famous motivational speaker say: "You'll be the same person
you are now in 5 years with the exception of two things: the books you read
and THE PEOPLE YOU HAND AROUND WITH"!!!
Final judgment...can you say..."expediency"???
I want a leader not an eloquent speaker. He is politically motivated and his idea of change scares me. We need a smaller Government with less involvement in our personal lives. What Obama and Clinton want to do to this country is socialism at it's highest level.
Quoting Mrs. Obama "Now is the only time I've been proud of America"....I'm not suprised she said that, after associating with that racist and anti-American pastor for 20 years. How could anyone, including the Senator who listens to that kind of indoctrination for that long have a good view of America????
God Help Us.
*Please take time to read the Holy Bible and love one another*
Please tell this to "Reverend Wright"
i think obama co-sponsored him... but dident vote on his final acceptance.....................
Obama waited too long before making a statement about Rev. Wright's hate-filled, racial tirades. As far as I can tell from Rev. Wright's statements, tirades or speeches(they certainly are not sermons) that Church is just a front for a Black Power Group. If the Black community wants to be equal and integrated and united as a nation then they should be working toward that goal by having a minister to encourage we follow Jesus' admonition to love one another. Jesus did not say, love one another only if you have the same political views, He did not say love one another only if everyone is the same color or race as you, He did not say love one another and denounce the country where the Rev is free to spew his hate speeches; He lived, died and rose again so that we, by following His example, could love one another unconditonally. Barrack Obama wants to be President of the greatest country in the world, yet he will not disavow a man full of racial hatred. Obama should be forced out of the race for President right now. One thing I was taught in the fundamentalist church I grew up in, was to not be doing, saying, thinking or being somemplace should Jesus come back again while you are doing these things. If you were visiting in Obama's church, and Rev. Wright was spewing one of his hate tirades, would you want to be there? Or if you had been going to this church for 20 years and knew what the pastor spewed out of his mouth but you continued to go anyway, would you want to be in that church when Jesus came? Today, Sen. Obama was given a chance to disavow this man who has been leading him in the wrong direction and he refused because he felt so close to this man who introduced him to Christ. Knowing what we know about Rev. Wright would you want to be in Obama's shoes when Jesus walked in? Wake up America and get proactive about changing things for the better. Write your congressman and senators and let them know how you feel about Obama. Also it has been proven that Obama does not put his hand over his heart when the National Anthem is played and he used a Koran rather than a Bible when he was sworn in as Senator. If, God forbid, he is elected President do we have to be politically correct and let him do it? Or do we cause an uproar and protest this abomination? Is Obama going to follow his earthly mentors and faiths or is he going to be the Christian he claims to be? Will he choose Jesus or Rev Wright to fashion his life after? It's time to pray America.
425 you need to get on medication to get the voices out of your head.
Everybody keep adding to your own lies and fake freaking out. I'm sure it well help your trailer home look better.
The pieces to the Obama puzzle are starting to fill in now. And, many of the pieces (i.e. removal of the lapel pin, no hand over the heart when pledging allegiance, a wife that is not proud of our Country, a racist-hateful pastor viewed as an uncle, and a politician who didn't hear the things the reverend said before he did hear the things he said!
i fell sorry for the people sitting in this church, they do not know JESUS as LORD when they wake up in hell they will be highly pissed looking for wright
Senator Obama is just another politician that would say anything to get elected.
Rev. Wright is obviously an important person to his community and what he says has an impact on his congregation.
I am neither black or white. My objective opinion is that slavery is long gone for the black people. There were a lot of white people that died to end it.
U.S.A is make up of diversified ethnic groups and as far as I am concerned our
government encourage equality, not like some other government which encourage racism.
GOOD POINT ABOUT THE FLAGS. HE CAN'T WEAR A PIN BUT CAN HAVE THEM ALL AROUND HIM WHEN HE WANTS TO LOOK AMERICAN FOR HIS OWN GOOD. HE CAN'T POSSIBLY HAVE GONE TO THAT CHURCH FOR 20 YEARS AND NOT KNOW ABOUT THE LANGUAGE THE PREACHER SPOUTS. IT IS PROBABLY RUBBING OFF ON HIS CHILDREN IF THEY HEAR IT. AND IT OBVIOUSLY HAS ON HIS WIFE BECAUSE SHE SAID SHE WAS NEVER PROUD OF AMERICA UNTIL HE STARTED RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT. DO WE WANT HER FOR FIRST LADY AND A GUY NAMED BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT WHO GOES TO HEAR SERMONS PREACHED BY A SO CALLED PREACHER LIKE THAT? I THINK NOT!!!
What ever happened to preaching family values, hard work, education, start at the bottom and work your way to the top?
If the African Americans hate America this much and so many things need changing, why are millions of Hispanics flocking to this great country, working hard, getting educations and raising their families.
One group sees opportunity and one lives in the past. Just an observation.
yes, he lied and now he's trying to tell the truth? Oh please- really makes me want to believe him but can't really figure out what is the truth and I don't think he knows what it is either. Also really makes me wonder about another one of his supporters- Oprah. I hear she attends this church too - does anyone know if this is so?
yes, he lied and now he's trying to tell the truth? Oh please- really makes me want to believe him but can't really figure out what is the truth and I don't think he knows what it is either. Also really makes me wonder about another one of his supporters- Oprah. I hear she attends this church too - does anyone know if this is so?
I also think Senator Obama should step down from his post as Senator and especially from the potential nomination to be the next President of the United States of America.
Senator Obama didn't say any more today than he had in the past, except we now know he lied in the past. Not the person I want in the Presidency. Obviously the American people are not racist - he is leading in attaining the Democratic nomination. We also must not vote for someone because he is black and we don't want to appear racist. This person must lead our country.
It is funny - Obama always says he is black, but he is half white from his mother's side. His mother raised him and yet we never hear him saying he is also white. His black father deserted the family when he was young.
I would not stay at a church and have my spiritual leader say such outrageous things about our country. I would not want to have as my spiritual leader someone who traveled to Libya with the racist Louis Farrahkan. Pastor Wright did not say these blasphemous things just once, but over many years. I do not believe Obama did not know what he had said, even if we did believe Obama was not at church during the sermon. Numerous other black leaders knew what he had said and they didn't attend the church. Yes, I believe Obama is not telling the truth.
I would never vote for him. I would vote for other black leaders: Larry Elder, Condaleeza Rice, and Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to name a few. These are very respected people and have risen to high places and did not surrounc themselves with racists and America haters.
Pastor Wright is a racist and an America hater. Maybe he should go live in Libya if he does not like the United States.
Now, shouldn't the networks also give equal time to Hillary and McCain for a 37 minute speech. Or is this reverse racisn - giving the black candidate the opportunity to speak on national TV and radio.
I want the President of the United States to be someone we can be proud of and can represent us around the world, but will come from strength not weakness.
Why did the Berlin Wall fall? President Reagan came from strength and would not capitulate to Gorbachav. The Soviaet Union fell and many people were freed to live, work, and worship as they wanted.
We need someone with integrity and strength to be our President.
Its amazing how FOX, first, tries to sway voters to Republican. Next, is it just bc you run for the office, you can't be truthful? Are we so American that the truth can't be tolerated? There are Black ppl who feel looked over who are just as qualified for jobs. Yes, there are White ppl who feel that there is a line in which they are above Blacks. The difference bt Dems & Repubs is Dems care about Black ppl, White ppl,etc. Repubs don't give a shit about nobody under a particular salary. Look at what the govt. chose in dealing with the tax refund. Statiscally, less than 15% of the millionaire population shop at Wal-Mart and Target or any other middle line shopping center.
I guess they could no longer assasinate his character, so it became guilty by association. The pastor said it, not him!
Its not a Black or White thing on most issues, but let the media tell it by implication, the world isn't supposed to hv a Black man or any kind of woman running the house.
Half of you idiots voted for Bush twice knowing his father was crooked in the CIA...knowing his grandfather was a supporter of Hitler by sending money to help fund his program. Hitler bombed his own to start a war with the Jews, so why would it be hard to believe Bush wouldn't bomb the towers? He is a heartless, dumb for the ppl ass president. However, he is the golden boy for the family. He got the planes away from here afterward, got the bg contract for Haliburton, and now is ensuring oil pices to get the last run on the big check before his term ends. Then the clown is a Bonesman...and you're worried about a pastor making a comment?
"If you do what you;ve always done, you'll get what you've always gotten" ..kept Bush for 2 terms, no more surplus, unemployment increases, recession talk bubbles, a deficit of billions a week arrive, and he is a well known failure. Before his presidency, what happened to the company he ran? How much money did he lose? Again, Bush destroyed the country for a his own wealth, and you're worried about what someone else said and NOT your new president?
Phukn idiots-
I feel that Obama is as much a racist as Wright and if any blacks cant go on with life and forget about slavery they should go back home. I also think that Wright does not deserve the title as Reverend as there is nothing religous about this man.
Why should America lower itself to such negative rhetoric from Rev Right who claim to represent the black Christian people of Chicago? Rev King is turning in his grave and watching how Right is doing wrong to what King give the ultimate sacrifice for.
I am not a democrat nor am I an Obama fan, but Mr. Obama should not lower himself to this. What if he get elected? Can he serve ALL Americans? How can you deny Israel the right to kill he Islamic terrorists in Gaza and hope for the American Jewish votes?
Mr. Obama, sorry….. bad try. You are a good talker; however you can not talk yourself out of this one.
IT IS ASHAME THAT THE PEOPLE WHO VOTED FOR THE RADICAL RACIST AND HAS NOW SEEN WHO HE IS AND WHAT HE REALLY STANDS FOR, CANNOT TAKE THEIR VOTE BACK. I'M SURE IT WOULD BE A DIFFERENT OUTCOME IF THE PEOPLE HAD THIS INFO PRIOR TO THE PRIMARIES. IF HE REALLY CARED ABOUT THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY HE WOULD GET OUT OF THE RACE.
WOW, this issue blows me away. I thought politicians in this day and age were wiser now, guess not. disassociating with anything that resembles anything negative should be standard ground work for presidential candidates i would think. well, obama said he and the rev were very close so i think obama did know what rev wrights stance on the issues were, but even by some slim chance he didn't know, i don't want someone running the country who could MISS something so important and then again we have obama saying they were close but how could he miss who his rev and friend really is? man, i love America, it sure is exciting - never a dull moment. Think i'll vote for mccane - don't think the dems have thier act together this year.
White people are not racists! Black people are! This only proves it! How can anyone defend or try to explain away this kind of HATE preaching? Wright is a hate monger!! Remember Don Imus? His comment was nothing compared to Wright's weekly screaming hate America speeches! If Obama is going to stand by this kind of man, what would he do if ever in office as President?
BEEP ! BEEP! BEEP! Obama just came out of the microwave and he is toast. DONE. Good bye Obama. This reverend, Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton are all the same. Did you ever see any of these guys answer a straight question. You ask Al Sharpton about the comments made by Reverend Wright and his answer is: The church has a great Aids program, Single mothers assistance program Blah Blah Blah. Always the same bullshit. These people think they are smarter than everyone else.
I was a supporter of Barack from the beginning. I looked forwatd to hearing what he would say today. It wa a good speech, but created more concerns about his relationship with Rev. Wright. Sadly, I can no longer support Barack especially after he told the world things his grandmother said at private times just to lump her in with Rev. Wright. As he stated, his grandmother raised him and loved him more than anything. Is this how he pays her back? Also, she is a private person. Writing about her in his book is different than a sound bite on TV. A book is more intimate. He now was willing to hold her up as an example of racism to justify his relationship with Rev. Wright. He was very disloyal and unloving to his grandmother. My heart goes out to her.
It is clear that Obama is a devout follower of Wright. To throw his own grandmother under the bus speaks volumns. He has been "outed" as a
racist and a bigot. Anyone who buys into his lies and spin is truly delusional.
He has admitted this man is his mentor - he has chosen a bigot, racist, and
anti american to be his mentor? God help this country if people actually
vote for this man.
SOMEONE SHOULD SEND ALL THESE COMMENTS TO THE DELEGATES IN PENNSYLVANIA AND THE OTHER STAES WHO HAVEN'T HAD PRIMARIES.
Senator Obama remebers his Grandmother's comments about black men, however, he does not remember pastor wright's anti-american hateful, and incendiary comments about white people, and america? Definately, he has managed to show his poor judgement in this controversy. Can you imagine him as president misjudging other world leaders? especially those like Iran, Venezuela, North Korea.....etc., etc., From the beginning of his mcandidacy I was not sold by rethoric and wonderful change and hope speaches, because they lacked details like what, how and so on. Todays speach was eloquent, yes, but I feel he was trying to save his political career and presidential campaign. I did not trust him before, I can not even think that I would trust now.
Only after the facts are revealed does Obama admit knowledge of Wrights hateful and bigoted rhetoric. Obama remained a member of the church for reasons only he knows, but clearly he did nothing to change the hateful language and conduct. That is not a leader. That is not the personality of a leader and certainly not the kind of person who will be a leader of the free world and president of the United States. I will not vote for Obama under any circumstances and no one I have talked with will vote for him. He may yet get the nomination but he will provide no choice for thinking and fair minded Americans.
I have had enough, I am tired of the racist bias from the black community and the fact that they will go on a witch hunt if any whites even in the slightest say anything resembling racism but when they are involved in or actually commit racism then they play it down or misdirect peoples attention or even rationalize what was said or done. Here is the bottom line Obama's preacher is a racist, so just admit it and start dealing with it and stop having debates about it. If it walks like a duck, quacks like a duck and looks like a duck then folks its a duck. His preacher proved what he is racist, he was caught and Obama to say he had no inclination over a 20 year period that his pastor was like this was a down right lie. He said one thing during his fox interview with Major and on CNN then the opposite at this damage control speech. So no I did not trust him before and do not trust him now. Its time for the nonsence to end and lets get on with more important issues. I strive to treat everyone fairly as I want to be treated and live my life good and when I see this it hurts. yeah he gives good speeches but he is hiding his real feelings from us people.
Since "Senator" Obama chose to walk out of the Senate chamber because he did not like or agree with something said or discussed in his presence, why did he not to choose to walk out of a church(?) due to words he found offensive?? He was elected to represent ALL the citizens of Illonois and it is his duty and obligation to remain on the job as a Senator rather than walk out. He is paid well by the taxpayers to do his job, not walk out on it!! How can he possibly justify remaining in a church listening to offensive words yet shurk his sworn duty to hear offensive(?) words in the Senate?? Mr. Obama has finally shown his TRUE priorities and is not only unfit to be considered as a presidential candidate, he is not fit to be a Senator!! This man is not to be trusted in any capacidy of public service!!
Give me a break..Does he think we are all deaf, dumb and blind. Have Americans woke up finally to this nut. If a white had said those things there would have been rioting and Jesse Jackson would have been the first one on tv to say we are raciest. I can't help it I just don't trust him. If he becomes president he will offer the front door to muslims good or bad.
People talk and you can't tell me someone in the congegration didn't call obama to discuss the sermon. Did anyone see the peoples reaction in the congegration when he was on his tirade. I'm afraid it will be the begining of the end for americans. I know my ancestors were probably english, german, french or irish but I don't have to advertise the fact. For generation,s now we have lived here, I'm an AMERICAN. The only ones to say there country and name are the AMERICAN INDIANS. Look what was done to them.
On the issue of slavery... blacks from Africa were the first slave owners. So how can the Pastor blame the white man for all the problems that have eminated from slavery? Canbalistic tribesmen captured other tribes and the ones they didn't eat, were sold into slavery. Why isn't this part of history being brought up?
And, if Barack allows his children to listen to this Pastor's views, it shows his lack of judgement, that would not befit the President of the United States!
Wright’s hatred of America reflects in Obama’s wife in her statements and in Obama himself - remember he refused to wear an American flag on his lapel. I have been in a lot of different churches in my life, I attend church weekly, I am a Christian and I have visited black churches with friends from time to time but I have never heard a preacher, pastor, or priest use the language of hatred toward this country or another race or religion like Wright has done. Only a fool would believe that Barrack Obama has not been in that church for the last 20 years and has not heard one of his tirades. The reason Obama has stayed in that church is because he has the same beliefs as Wright. Any Christian would have gotten up and walked out of a church that hateful. Remember Jesus Christ sent a mission of love. Maybe now the mindless mice will know who the Pied Piper is that they are following.
TO ALL THE SO CALLED "BLACK AND WHITE LIBERALS AND CONSERVATIVES COMMUNITIES, REAL CONSERVATIVES THAT CAME FROM THE SLAVES THAT TAUGHT YOUR MOTHERS AND FATHERS HOW TO CONSERVE NOT HAULED BACK. YOUR ATTACK MIGHT LEAD TO A DIVINE INTERVENTION. SO YOU HAVE TO BE CAREFUL NOT TO MISLEAD THIS COUNTRY BY BIAS, CHILDISH, IMMATURE JUDGMENT. YOU FINALLY HAVE SOMEONE THAT IS GOING TO WORK FOR THE BEST INTEREST FOR THE ENTIRE NATION THAT IS GOING TO BE HONEST, SINCERE AND FAIR.
JUST A FEW DAYS AGO.... WE COULD SAY YEARS NOW, BUT WAS MISLEAD WASTING MONEY ABOUT THIS THEORY OF" WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION". THIS MIGHT BE THIS COUNTRY'S LAST CHANCE. I HOPE WE DON'T "STUNT" THIS COUNTRY'S DEVELOPMENT WITH DIVERTING THE ATTENTION FROM THE ECONOMY, THE WAR, DISEASES AND PROPER HEALTH...............MAY GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!
Obama's campaign has not been about race, but since it has raised its ugly face, Obama has taken the couragious step to discuss how it has skewed our nation's promise for too long. Obama presents a new possibility of overcoming this underlying hatred, suspision, and injustice, and moving forward into a new era progress and opportunity for all Americans of every race. But first, he asks us to face this issue and denounce it whenever we find it, whether in our white friends, our pastors, or our news commentators.
In regards to Jared, get real, you should hear all the facts before you give opinions . Obama did lie about being in the church during Wright's un-excusable remarks!!! Just listen to FOX , you will be amazed at what you can learn.
It is finally good to see the gloves come off with regard to the untouchable relationship the media had with Obama. The voting population should have had this information prior to all the primaries. He would not have even ranked in delegates or the popular vote. Didn't we have the wool pulled over our eyes. He is not Presidential material ....and yes my opinion can be based on twenty years of a man listening to a hate monger from his own pulpit. He defended a black racist, anti semite, who lied from his pulpit, who politicized from his pulpit who damns America....this is not a Christian pastor. It is frightening that the American people were almost lulled into voting It is sad that they support this hate talk.
Signed,
An Angry American Minority from Texas
Obama attends a church whose paster preaches hate against whites and America. That really scares me. It should scare Obama, but obviously is doesn't. Give me that old, crumpy McCain for President. I know he loves America.
Obama's speech today was a pathetic attempt to hoodwink the American people. I agree with Kit...he is a phony. I also think he is a liar and should not be trusted. No one remains in an environment for 20 years that they don't feel comfortable in. He and his wife have brought their children to that church where Pastor Wright has continuously spewed his racist, anti-American hatred. The truth about the Obamas has gotten out, and all I can say is, thank God it came out now, and not after he and his America hating wife, (remember her comment about how she has never been proud of America until now - when her husband is running for president), were in the White House.
This entire episode brings into question Senator Obama's judgment in selecting his friends and advisors. Since he has limited experience in government and would rely heavily on advisors as president, this is a deeply concerning revelation. What if he decides he likes "Akmaidiotjob"? Many hopes for the significance of electing a black president as the beginning of a post-racial America, have been dashed.
Obama.....just like a politician.......I didn't hear the things the Reverend said before I did hear the things he said.
I can't believe that Obama would take his children to a church with a pastor like White. He had to know what White stood for because he uninvited him to his campaign announcement
At the very least, Pastor Wright's speech was political and thus not legally delivered in a tax-exempt church. Therefore at the minimum, the church should be stripped of it's tax-exempt status if it had one.
WHY DO WE NEED ANOTHER PRESIDENT IN OFFICE THAT CAN'T
TELL THE AMERICAN PEOPLE THE TRUTH? WE HAD ENOUGH OF
THAT WITH CLINTON. AT LEAST WE KNOW THE TRUTH ABOUT
OBAMA NOW.BEFORE NOVEMBER.I THINK SOMEBODY IS LOOKING
OUT FOR U.S. THANK YOU LORD!!!
When I saw Obama in the interview with Major Garrett it was obvious to me the man was lying. I have seen many of his speeches and interviews and NEVER did he say "uh" so much. I told my sister to watch it because she missed it and she also said she didn't believe him because it wasn't the Obama that we have seen speak. Sure his speech was well written today but that was not from the heart. If it was he would have spoken it not read it the way he did. I dont trust him and will not vote for him. NEVER!!!!!!!!!
to grantie: Yes, Oprah was a member of this church, and she stepped away many years ago with good judgement. That is also why I cannot understand his judgement to stay.
George Bush is our president right? Do we agree with everything he says? No. Does president Bush say things that are politically incorrect? Yes! But we follow him because in his heart he believes he is doing the right thing handling the war on terrorism...right? Everybody knows at least one person whos probably a family members who somtimes says things that are biased, or racist depending on thier experience especially if negative with other races but you don't stop loving them because they are flawed. I am a black man and as a black man I know that there are somethings that black people need to let go of. Racism at best can be described as a never healing scab. Just as the scab is about to heal the scarred area Gena 6 rips the scab off stopping the healing process. Thus taking racism back to its beginning state. Barak Obama should not be held responsible for Rev Wrights comment he can only be responsible for words from his mouth.
I don't think Sen Obama is a racist. I think he is a politican who used his church membership to give himself a base to enter political life and advance his career. Now its his honesty, judgment and a charcter issue that's in question. Who is he? I agree with his words about race but question is it only to get my vote or his true beliefs.
I want to say that I am a conservative Republican who has decided to vote for Obama if he is the nominee. Here is why. McCain was not question about the lie/misrepresentation of Mitt Romney's view of having a timetable for withdrawing troops. I believe this is more of a revealing of the moral fiber of a man with political aspirations than Obama being a friend of a controversial pastor. Also, I would add that his friendship to Wright is no more an endorsement of his views than Sean Hannity and Bill O'Reilley's membership in a Roman Catholicism is an endoresement for the molestation of youth. Granted these two are not running for President yet it is these two who seem to be weighing in heavily on the subject. This needs to go back to the issues. What really is driving this is the fear of having to face Obama as opposed to Hillary. Obama has done up to this point what no politician has been able to do since Reagan. We had the Reagan democrats who I am sure did not agree with Reagan on policy but respected the man. You now have Obama Republicans who do not agree on policy, but respect the man. Both have positive messages. He was dead on when he said to conservative host, his speech would not be enough. Also, a friend is one who stands by you through thick or thin or else they would be "fair-weathered friends" or really not a friend at all. Senator Obama has my full support and NOW I am encouraging my friends to support him as well. Shame on Sean,Rush, and Mark for this shameful act out of the liberal handbook. I would also add that Rush encouraged Republicans to cross party line to vote for Hillary instead of voting their conscience. This may have been legal but certainly dishonest. Double standard HUH.
I'm a life-long Republican and may very well vote for McCain - because I believe McCain is a patriot with great integrity as well as a great deal of experience. I like Barack Obama, though, and am certainly open to voting for him. I am sick and tired of those who say he's a Muslim; he says he's a Christian and, as a Christian, I won't judge him otherwise. And who are those who challenge his beliefs because of his middle name? What do you know - who appointed you God's judge to judge someone else's relationship to God and Christ?
I believe Barack Obama is a man of faith - just as he says he is. I believe he expressed a thoughtful and reasoned response. He rejected some of the inflamatory remarks Rev Wright has made and said he strongly disagrees but still claims and respects the man. While I also reject the inflamatory remarks, I haven't heard the other 1,500 or 2,000 sermons he has preached over a 40ish year career! So let's not condemn the man but rather the specific statements; and let's not condemn the Senator because of statements of another. I applaud Senator Obama's thoughtful, measured response, his loyalty to his friend and his family even when they say things with which he doesn't agree. And I applaud his taking the opportunity of this incident to open discussion of race and try to fix it. He's a strong, intelligent man who would make a President of whom we could all be proud. Unless we're too knee-jerk, name calling, judgemental and prejudiced.
White people must bend over backwards and be so careful at what they say, anything can be construed as racism. The black people will jump on anything and they work hard to punish the person they target. But they can say any outrageous , insulting, mean, nasty words and that's alright because they're angry and have been treated badly. things will never be better until they put the past behind them and try to be part of society. Obama's preacher is one of the reasons that whites and blacks are still seperate and resentful.
Obama is another lying black Democrat typical of those who have ruined our major cities and school systems with their administrative incompetence. He is totally out of touch with reality. His experience has produced nothing and has contributed nothing to society. He was given every opportunity because he is black and learned nothing from it. His personal choices show his ignorance. And should a woman who hates her country be considered for First Lady? He should go back to Hawaii, find a quiet spot on the beach, and bury himself in the sand. The Democrat Party is truly in serious trouble if this Obama and Clinton trash is representative of the best they have to offer.
Obama speech was confusing to say the least. The real challenge is with you the reporter to keep us informed! How about more of this real investigative reporting, help the citizens who love the United States of America to learn real truths! So far your doing good, now let's see you do great!
I don't trust Obama to be our President; I believe he would say anything to promote himself politically. He makes good sounding speeches, but what is the meat of what he's saying? I hear him saying "change", but change isn't always a good thing. We have the greatest Country on Earth; why change it?
I am glad that Obama has made a statement. I am a bi-racial citizen who grew up in a black church. On occassions, I too heard several remarks that I did not agree with. Did I leave the church? No. Why, I cannot truly explain. African American culture is different. I was born and raised in that church and I love my pastor still to this day. We share the same theology, which is what will last beyond the politics. However, our political views contradict. I disagree with Rev. Wright's teaching in politics, but he is theologically sounds. It's a shame that the racial hurt from our past struggle seems to be ever rising in today's culture. After the constant remarks and slams against Obama, I am now inclined to change my political party from Republican to Democratic in order to show support to Obama. As a bi-racial citizen, it is hard in American. Why? I am not black enough. Yet because I have an African American parent, I will forever be black. God Bless You Obama! I hope we can one day come together.
This man should never be President, if only because of his stupidity! To accept the type of rhetoric that has been going on in his church for 20 years then to lie about having known is tragic. The President of the United States is a world leader; he must know who to talk to, when to talk to them, and when to denounce them. I have been a church member of several churches—one for 30 years, and never in my 76 years have I heard, nor would I have tolerated the type of sermons that Obama apparently embraced…
Whites are not racist, can you see he won many white states! He is a BIG FAT TRADER and LIAR! So, JUST DEAL WITH IT!
obama supporter - your still an idiot
THIS IS NOT ABOUT RACE!!! It's about being honest with us, the public, John Q, average American. How many promises has he made, how many flowery speeches? But when it comes to telling the truth, he has great difficulty. Why I ask, why? Because if he told it he would lose the chance to be President. A dummy spending 18 years in public schools knows something about the teachers, the kids in the school, the bus driver, the janitor, who's done what with who. Barack, "I knew nothing about it." Oh, and now today he knows more than he admitted earlier. That's a leader I can admire, how about you?
A lot of his supporters says that he should not be condemned for people that he is associated with. How many mothers have told their children, "You are judged by the company you keep." As a parent you try to make sure that your children do not hang out with kids who are on drugs, who are bullies, who are racists because you fear, no matter how much faith you have in your children to do the right thing, being around people with those behaviors and beliefs will evidently have some sort of influence on your children. As a spouse, you have the same concerns for your mate when they choose the wrong friends. Why would it be any different to have those fears for someone who wants to be President of the United States and make decisions that affect your family whom you have tried to protect? If he has chosen for 20 years to include a person with the hate speeches in his family and has exposed his spouse and children to someone who preaches to thousands his mean and devisive words with such theatrical methods, you have to wonder if indeed these are now Obama's thoughts as well. His wife has already expressed that her views are more in line with Wright's than the message her husband has been stating in his campaign.
I have also never been in a church where the pastor has ranted negatively about blacks and would not be a member of such a church if they did.
Long before he entered this campaign, Obama should have chosen to exclude this man from being his pastor and even more importantly, that adopted family member. Not for his benefit--but for his children.
It's absolutely amazing how liberal spin permeates the political spectrum. Sen. Obama never once condemned Rev. Wright until it culminated to the issue that it is has become. There is absolutely no way one could be in an environment such as the Trinity Church, especially for 20 years, and not at least perceive the level of support amongst the congregation for misled anti-American and rascist ideologies involved in the church's doctrine. Im suprised that the media was not accused of rascism for reporting on this issue, as such generally occurs when one (especially if caucasian) expresses any concerns and/or questions regarding African American leaders or institutions that encompass such beliefs.
Greta, I tried to tell you about this race issue a couple of years ago, when we emailed online briefly. Pls see my url to be able to view the Obama-Rev. Jeremiah Wright matter in context with the black church events over 20 yrs ago. I am a Preacher and my Pastor was Rev. John L. Wright (in Maryland). He was and remains one vivid explanation into the outrageous actions of the black Preachers, with impunity. News reporters refused to listen to my complaints and would not investigate them at that time. Investigations will reveal how right now, as then, many white and black Senators and Representatives (in MD) are now serving in Congress who relied on Rev. John L. Wright to garner black votes for them and even they have never said one word about his firery rhetoric both in and out of the pulpit for fear of having themselves being labelled pubicly as being racist. This is a story that still needs to be exposed and reported on. Black religious and political leadership have, themselves, contributed to the race problem in our communities and in this nation, and I've said that (with proof) for over 20 years. Pls contact me for documented proof. Read my website links. Thanks. -Rev. L. Dowell. (Columbia, Maryland)
The speech Obama made today, well I think he just gave Clinton more of a chance to win and to knock him out of the race. I think this is great watching these two slinging mud back and forth at eachother! This is one of the reasons John McCain is going to be our next President of the United States! He is a very Proud and Patriotic man and he's going to be a Great Leader of our Country! John McCain has my vote!
It is not a question of race. It is an ANTI USA thing. Hate !!!! . I know that alot of folks went to race form the sermens of J. Wright. Myself I herd all Hate and how much this man hates. Why did Obmba not talk to that? I have my ideas but we wont go there now.
I completely agree w/ Robert (19). I left a church just last year where comments where made with which I didn’t agree. It was hard to do that…we’d been there 5 years…but we left all the same. Convictions are what you do when no one is watching (or when you’re not living your life like you’re running a Presidential election). I think Obama’s speech was very compelling if you’re persuaded by good speech-writing and a magnificent delivery. Truth be told, even Hitler did “good things” for Germany—he rebuilt roads, helped the economy recovery from a devastating First World War, etc…if only you were a blonde-haired, blue-eyed German. The rest got sent to death camps to the tune of 6million. There is just no excusing some of the things Rev. Wright said. Saying that Rev. Wright helped out families, supported the AIDS cause (I don’t know how he “worked with” whites when he said he thinks they gave HIV to the African Americans of this country and to nations abroad—if I had this conviction I certainly would not hold them in high regards)…is, to me, like pointing out the good things Hitler did. I’m not saying Wright is anything like Hitler, I’m just saying there is no defense for his actions and words. Wrong is wrong. That should have been the end of the speech.
the truly unfortunate situation is that this information is just getting the attention from the media and to date, senator obama has gotten a pretty easy ride. i'm wondering if the results of all of the previous primaries would be the same if his association with his pastor were known and voters had the opportunity to factor this information into thi equasion before they voted. some might feel duped, lied to and even insulted. as a self identified tried and true liberal democrat, i feel that senator obama has exhibited poor judgement, and is not the canidate i want elected president.
Barack Obama had 20 years to walk away from Rev.Wright with his anti
american, racist beliefs. The only reason one would not, is because he shares the same sentiments as the Rev.Wright. Obama looks apon the reverant as his mentor and almost a family member, need more be said. Go home Barack and I don't mean the White House.
#568 - Give me a break! Order the CD from Wright's church if you want the whole sick hate "preaching"...They ARE on sale and you can see time after time, hate preaching.
Obama has dug a deep hole for himself.......he has shown what his real character is by that "speech" more likely written by the group that is behind his push to the front. And why are people changing Wright's name to White???
Let's get the names correct and pay attention. This has turned into a race issue to whitewash what the reverend said about America. Already Obama has shown he cannot stand on his own two feet!
I am an older person, and can't be swerved any more like younger ones are........I am INDEPENDENT and neither Republican nor Democrat.....it really doesn't matter much any more, but McCain is No. 2, Ron Paul is No. ONE......but he has been discredited because "they" didn't like the truth from a good man..............amen
You Can Fool All the People Some of the Time, And Some of the People All the Time, But You Cannot Fool All the People All the Time...
I admire a man who in the face of great pressure continues to stand by his friends. It would have been very easy for Obama to disown Rev. Wright but he refused to let the public or the media force him to do something against his beliefs. In my opinion, that is a quality that I would like to see in my leader. Anyone on here that is black or has ever been to a black church has heard similar comments delivered in a simlar, passionate manor. Thats the way it has always been. Back in slavery days the only place black people were able to speak freely was in their houses of worship. It is very funny to me to hear the comments from the white media while their black guests are like "what's the big deal". I personally don't agree with everything Rev. Wright has said but who are we to discount his experiences. Even as a black female, I have not lived through the racism and discrimination that Rev. Wright has. While we are speaking of the glory of America lets not forget that people had to DIE to give blacks the right to vote. White America during the time Rev. Wright grew up preferred to see a black man hanging from a tree than allow him to drink from the same water fountain. So until we have walked a mile in a man's shoe I think we need to reserve judgement. The problem is people in America believe that the way things are here are the way they are everywhere. A co-worker who is from Africa recently said that she never realized that color mattered until she came to the United States. She has lived in at least 5 countries including England and Russia. When she came here she was classified as an alien, had to get a green card and then forced to check her identity in a box.
I want to know why Trent Lott was made to step down and Imus was fired for not even endorsing such nonsense. But no one is wanting Obama to step down. He shouldn't even be a Senator.
Greta your father worked for McCArthy, so we know you will find it difficult to get beyond the epithets. You of all should look within your own heart at your short comings before you judge Obama on other peoples words.
Just like the body language experts, FOX would do well to employ rhetoric experts to help people to understand what is being said. There is an art and a soft science there that can be very interesting. It would serve the audience both to educate us and to provide informed analysis of a more educated kind than the "first impression" or "partisan" type that most of the guests seem to bring. I'm afraid that many of the guests that are asked to render a verdict of this sort appear to be completely unaware of what rhetoric really is. On the flip side, experts in the field would help the audience to understand the devices used and generally how to analyze orators. It would be good if "the folks" had a working understanding of figures of speech, the construction of an argument, logical fallacies and truths, and the enthymemes/syllogisms that are employed.
I believe Barack Hussein Obama has an agenda for the United States that will please the Rev.(?) Jeremiah Wright, and possibly Islamic radical zealots. I don't trust him! If he had any good judgment whatsoever he would have condemned Wright: And, even with his feet to the fire he won't renounce him. Why? He revealed that Wright was his mentor! A mentor is someone that a person truly believes in, and can now, or has all along shared his ideals. Obama is not fit for a Senator, let alone President! GOD BLESS AMERICA!
Could we possibly trust Obama's answer to world problems when he lied to Major Garret about not being in the church when Wright made those ststements. How can he be trusted on anything he says that he would do if he became president.
How much taxpayer money would he send to Africa because his father was from Africa. Would Al Sharpton be his Secratary of State?
Obama has been lieing all along. He is muslim, he is racist, he can't be
trusted. In his speech today, after he said he did not agree with his
pastor, he then went on to say good things about this same man. He is
speaking with a forked tongue.
Barak Hussein Obama is not only a muslim but a great liar, anti-american, anti-white who tried to disguise himself as a good christian to capture the christians and white voters. Remeber 9/11, sadam hussein, the president of IRAN, Kadaffi, they are all anti-christ and anti-Israelites.
What do all of you mean he lies. You have a sitting President who lied to not only the country but the entire world about "WMD's" in Iraq. Have we found any yet. Additionally you have a sitting Vice President that was quoted a few months after we entered in a war that is a lie stating the US would be viewed by the Iraq people as a liberator. Do you believe we are liberators today. Those of you bad mouthing Obama were not going to vote for in the first place. His speech today is validated by your own comments and insecurities. This was a speech for the right time. Race is the 800 pound gorilla in corner they no one seems to acknowledge. Racism is a stain on our American History!
If Senator Obama did not believe in Reverend Wrights beliefs he would not have belonged to his church for over 20 yrs. I'm sure there is a tape out there that shows Obama sitting in a pew when his beloved preacher was preaching his racial and anti-AMERICAN(never where's the AMERICAN flag pin) slurs. If someone belonged to Charles Manson's family for over 20 yrs. and went to his meetings, would you belive them if they said they didn't know that Charles Manson was a crazy cold blooded murderer?
I believe he is considers his self more black only due to the fact that he could not say anything bad against the pastor, but cut his grandmother and could repeat things that she said about blacks. Then stated he NEVER heard the pastor make any of the statement other from tv. Come on
It was a great speech. they have all been great speeches, however, how can anyone be a pal/confidant of a church Reverend for 20 years and not know their stuck-in-the-race riots of the sixties paranoia, racist rants and motivations. Senator Obama said he never knew it although he attended church every week or at least every time he could. Now he says he did know some of the comments but denounces them. That is a contradiction. People should throughly scrutinize the United Trinity of Christ church site thoroughly and the books they promote before it is completely rewritten.
Senator Obama denied the amount of contributions to him by Iraq affiliated Rezko and then admitted to a greater contribution of multi-thousands. This is a contridiction. Taking into consideration a church promoting outlines for controlling America with might and the acceptance of many thousands of dollars from an Iraqi affilliate friend found guilty of corruption, one has to wonder if this is divide and conquer America. The possibility of the risks are far to great to elect this candidate for President of the United States.
We've had Bush for 8 yrs and now you ppl worry about lying? Why put on a flag when the county is full of ppl who don't believe what this country is SUPPOSED to be... hipocracy and contradictory statements and ppl wouldn't be an influence on me as well. Its supposed to be equal, but is it? Land of opportunity, but is it? For all or some?
Greta - Give me a break, you bring Ted Williams on then question and interpret what he says!
You bring him on to try and validate your attack but don't attack Ted just because you don't like what he says!
Greta, you are normally level headed why have you changed?? All citizens have a right to wonder!
Wow! Weren't some of you some of the same people saying Obama was a Muslims now he is a Christian and he still isn't good enough! You guys are nut jobs. Be honest Black, White, Asian, Latin or whatever we all have some racist views and have voiced them. And if we want to talk about being conservative then read the Bible. Rev. Dr. Wright wasn't too far off! Wasn't the chosen people of God punished because they were disobident? Wonder the wilderness and everything. What makes America so better because last time I checked we weren't the chosen people. America is very very disobident and uses God to fit when it is convient. I am so sick of Liberals waving their blue flags and Conservatives waving their red flags like crips and bloods of the streets. Grow up and fix the problems. No one has the right to claim to be the party of God. Race has been a problem since the signing of the Declartion of Independence and so has the Economy. Those who don't know History is doom to repeat it.
I am a conservative, but I am still failing to see how this turned into as big of a story as it did. Yes I know that if he has these same feelings then it would make for a frightening president. He has openly DENOUNCED it so let's concentrate on winning this election on the issues and not media bull.
I forget his name, but in the not very distant past we had a Republican U.S. Senators career destroyed by the democrates and the news media. This was because of his association with and comments he made concerning a retiring Senator who was seen as a racist. I think Obama should be held to the same or higher standard because of the high position he is seeking. He should now be disqualified for two reasons, 1) because he lied to us last week about his prior knowledge and 2) he did not come clean until he was caught. Neither of these should not be tolerated by anyone black, white, red, or brown.
OMG. get over the slave thing. it's been over for a very, very, very loooong time. We live in the NOW. Obama hasn't got here yet .He absolutely should not be running this country.We are not black or white... we are AMERICA!!!
This speech reflects a serious deficiency in his ability to lead our nation. You're either part of the solution or you're part of the problem. He first says he didn't hear his pastor say anything wrong, then does a reversal. Let his pastor go back to some other country if he doesn't like it here. Nobody has his ankles shackled!
Steve #537-
I am looking at the consensus opinion on this blog. It is frightening, and I now think I have a better understanding of why Faux News is still in business.
I think Obama has lied to us from the start. I mean not inviting his Rev. to his announcement for president because he said that he has had some rough speeches at his church. He knew what he stands for. Not to mention it was his campaign co-chair that started the race-baiting against Clinton in S. C. Jessie Jackson Jr.(who i have respect for) but said Clinton's tears wear fake because she didn't cry for the Katrina victums? How does he even now how she felt? Let's not forget he lied about Reskco too. He had a much more involved relationship with him too. That story needs to be adressed more. Finally, MI and FL. For somebody who wants to unite the country he sure is quick to make sure these two states don't count. Even though Obama has broken all the rules and Clinton has followed them. I have read the DNC rules on this and Obama shouldn't have any rights to votes in either state. He held a press confrence in Tampa in September 2007 after a fundraiser. Then he ran a national tv ad there for over a week. In MI he broke the rules when he went there to urge people to vote uncommited!!! There was nothing in the rules that he had to take his name off the ballot in MI. He did it sway voters in Iowa because they hadn't caucused there yet. The rules clearly state that any campaigning WHAT SO EVER in a state in violation of timeing forfeights all rights to any and all delegates and alternate delegates. So whether he was on the ballot or not in MI is a moot point. Greta you and other news anchors need to talk about this. FL and MI primaries should count as they are. I can send you the rules of the DNC if you like. No pun intended there. If you and other news networks do not adress this issue regarding FL and MI we are going the the newspapers and any news network that will listen. If you all aren't going to do something about this we as the VOTERS who want ALL votes to be counted will!!!!!!!!!
Don't make this anymore than it is----wright is a racist against the white people. obama is a liar! very simple. Just hope the American people are smart enough to realize this.
obama respects wright...he respects a person who HATES whites and all American people. Do you really want someone like that who respects a racist with a terrorist mentality to be President of the GREATEST country in the world??????
Come on! Please tell me you are smarter than that! And NO because I am sick and tired of black racism doesn't mean I hate blacks and I surely would not stand on an alter representing Jesus Christ, love and forgiveness and SLAM a whole race. It is a proven fact that Africans captured and sold their own people into slavery. You forgive the seller but not the buyer? Wrong is Wrong and yes calling me "Whitey" is the same as the "n" word for blacks and WHO WOULD STAND UP ON A CHURCH ALTER AND SPEW RACIAL SLURS and then claim to be a forgiving loving pastor. (FALSE PROPHET) I guess he loves you only if you are not "WHITEY". Yes I am talking about Obama's mentor and "like" family close friend. He(Obama) stands up and says he disagreed with SOME of the things he said. His kids have been listening to these SLURS TOO! GIVE ME A BREAK! I WAS voting for him BUT NO WAY NOW! (FALSE PROPHET WHO SPEAKS WITH FORKED TONGUE)...
signed am american indian (talk about sick and tired of racism!)
Wow! Weren't some of you some of the same people saying Obama was a Muslims now he is a Christian and he still isn't good enough! You guys are nut jobs. Be honest Black, White, Asian, Latin or whatever we all have some racist views and have voiced them. And if we want to talk about being conservative then read the Bible. Rev. Dr. Wright wasn't too far off! Wasn't the chosen people of God punished because they were disobident? Wonder the wilderness and everything. What makes America so better because last time I checked we weren't the chosen people. America is very very disobident and uses God to fit when it is convient. I am so sick of Liberals waving their blue flags and Conservatives waving their red flags like crips and bloods of the streets. Grow up and fix the problems. No one has the right to claim to be the party of God. Race has been a problem since the signing of the Declartion of Independence and so has the Economy. Those who don't know History is doom to repeat it.
White Americans need to rise up, unite, form an unashamedly white church, hire a pastor who blames the ills of the world on blacks, blames blacks for the spread of AIDS since it did originate in AFRICA, blames blacks for all the wrongs white people have endured since the beginning of time, have an annual State of the White Union conference every year. Then sit back and see how long it takes blacks to start yelling discrimination, racism, bigotry and burning and looting cities.
Senator Obama clearly stated that he was not in the church [pews] to hear the comments or bits of sermons that all of the networks have been showing for the past several days.What he said today,was that he had heard Reverend Wright say other things that were/may have been contraversial.He also said that he did tell him when he did disagree with him.So we should be careful not to paint Senator Obama as a liar.
It took a lot of courage for him not, to do what everyone thought that he should do,which was to completely severe his ties with Reverend Wright and the church.So i think he should be judged on the basis of his character.
I find it very ironic that Barac Obama would not wear an American flag pin on his lapel but today for his speech he surrounded himself with large American flags on the stage. Looks like he only wants the flag around him when he needs it to make him look patriotic ----- has nothing in his heart for our Country. He needs to move on and move out of this race. Can you image our military reporting to someone who has a problem wearing an American flag pin on his lapel. Shame on him!
I find it funny that in the over 45 years I've been going to my Cathlic Church my pastors always taught racial tolerance & love thy neighbor, and all the while some Black Churches are telling their people white people are evil. I guess we know who the raciest are now.
I think there are more hidden racism in America than what we want to believe, so many of us are in complete denial. It is often very easy to judge another, especially when the closed doors of most are not exposed. Deep in my heart I want to believe that this is not true, but society shows me different. We are at a time in our lives where CHANGE is of the essence. If we continue in or on this same path in life, all I can say is GOD help us all!
Hi Greta...thanks for all your efforts! Every time I hear these clips of that manical man ranting obsenities against America I am disgusted! Senator Obama admitted he will not distance himself from Reverend Wright and feel he should not even be running for PRESIDENT of the UNITED STATES. This problem has had too much air time already and they should disappear into their own cocoon of self destruction and let candidates with substance and integrity represent our country.
My folks taught me that when people lie, they rarely, if ever, look at you eye-to-eye. Watch Obamas' speech from today. Do you see him looking directly at the camera that represented the citizens' eyes. I did not see him look directly into the "eyes" of America once in the entire pre-prepared speech. Was something this important not important enough to speak from the heart, or was there an opportunity that he may have said something even more damaging than the speech that he gave? Obama needs to fade into history from wherever he came from. If Colin Powell or Condolezza Rice want to take his place, the Democratic party would have a true winner on their ticket. Obama is a self professed liar, and a threat to national defense due to this alone. John McCain may be older, but he is the real deal. An honest-to-God war hero and an honorable man. He is my choice for President of The United States!
This is an "opportunity" to honestly discuss the extreme racism within the black community. But NO ONE will, especially within the black community. To merely mention it if you're white brands you as a racist! But they can use the "N" word, hate language, racist words and accusations and lies. But there is ALWAYS an excuse! The Jesse Jackson's, the Al Sharpton's etc etc scream to us that we must take Wright's comments "in context". Do they EVER take any white person's comment "in context." How many have boycotted and gotten fired over an out of context statement? I had hoped Obama may change some of it. But watching the dancing going on just shows it is just more of the same. If a black man cannot just simply and straight forwardly admit that Wright is a racist then there isn't any hope for "CHANGE" because they just are not honest!!
Too bad we all have eyes and ears. We see what the Media is trying to do to Obama. The Media has even said lets stay on Obama about his Pastor, so he won't be able to to discuss any thing else. Then we will say he spending to much time talking about race. They have him Damn if he do, And Damn if he don't. I'm sorry I voted yes when I should have voted no. You can't fool me both answers is a yes vote for Obama. No our feeling haven't change. we love him just the same.
Good Job Ted Williams!
He isn't a united, but a divided. How can we go about getting him off the democratic ticket. We can not allow this man to become President. Talk about racist -- he fits the bill. How dare they accuse the white people of America of being racist. How dare they preach this hate about America? How can he bring his kids to this church?
If any one knows the process of getting him off the democratic ticket please let me know. I will do my research also, and contact the democratic party. We can not allow an anti-American hater in the White House. I thank Fox News for bringing this to light, and for continuing to investigate this. I thank Greta, and Hannity for really digging into this. More needs to be done, and I am hopeful that Fox will uncover it. Thank you Fox for being proud Americans and not to be afraid of informing the people. We have a right to know, before it is too late. Any one that criticizes Fox for doing this is wrong, and they want to go on with a blind fold on. I want my eyes open, and I want to know the facts.
Very disappointed that he is just another politician who will say whatever he thinks is wanted to be heard to get elected instead of the TRUTH! He was never there for any of the hate sermons for over 20 years? GET REAL! Who are you Obama? Certainly not someone I would trust. Admitting the truth in a speech as damage control after being exposed by his own words does not get my vote. If you are so proud of your country and ALL of your heritage, then why are you a part of one of the most DIVISIVE churches in our country? You don't bring people together by spouting hate and being a proponent of hates messenger.
My college age kids are trying to convince me to support Obama. Pastor Wright's comments, Obama's flip flop- I was not there, I was there, and his comments about his White grandmother being afraid of Black men are appaulling. As a middle-aged White woman, I can identify with his grandmother being afraid of Black men who might cross her path. It has NOTHING to do with race! Obama just ASSUMED the concern was race. Men of all colors and races can be threathening to older women. Michelle and Obama are too young to appreciate the reality of age. Obama is not mature enough to have the judgement to lead this country. His speech shows his political ambitions- he will do or say whatever it takes to win.
Good Job Ted Williams!
Sounds like y'all are in Hillary's camp.............cannot believe the "todo" over what Obama's minister has spoken.............yes he's a whack job, yes he was wrong to say what he said, yes it was incendiary and racist............but Obama did not say those words..........and to imply that he thinks as his pastor does.........is ridiculous............and fodder for those who are trying to tear down Obama's achieving the nomination...............
I have supported Barack Obama since before he announced his candidacy......and still do.....will. And, by the way, my views are my own.....not that of my minister's.
He's a pathetic LIAR and a MANIPULATIVE CON-MAN! His smooth words will NOT fool the American people!!!! UNITED WE STAND!!! By choosing to associate with this hateful, racially charged, denigrating pastor, it seems logical his next step would be to return to Kenya and STEP OUT OF THE PRESIDENTIAL race of the United States of America!!! Go be a leader in Kenya! We don't need him here!!!
Good Job Ted Williams!
Has the black comunity forgot how many WHITE people died from FREEING them from SLAVERY. It sickens me to see anyone back or assotiate with Mr. Wright yes Mr. not Rev. anyone that can mislead God's children into Hate does'nt deserve the title of teacher. They eat and drink the milk and honey of this GREAT NATION and then turn and spit in it's face .
He isn't a united, but a divided. How can we go about getting him off the democratic ticket. We can not allow this man to become President. Talk about racist -- he fits the bill. How dare they accuse the white people of America of being racist. How dare they preach this hate about America? How can he bring his kids to this church?
If any one knows the process of getting him off the democratic ticket please let me know. I will do my research also, and contact the democratic party. We can not allow an anti-American hater in the White House. I thank Fox News for bringing this to light, and for continuing to investigate this. I thank Greta, and Hannity for really digging into this. More needs to be done, and I am hopeful that Fox will uncover it. Thank you Fox for being proud Americans and not to be afraid of informing the people. We have a right to know, before it is too late. Any one that criticizes Fox for doing this is wrong, and they want to go on with a blind fold on. I want my eyes open, and I want to know the facts.
He isn't a united, but a divided. How can we go about getting him off the democratic ticket. We can not allow this man to become President. Talk about racist -- he fits the bill. How dare they accuse the white people of America of being racist. How dare they preach this hate about America? How can he bring his kids to this church?
If any one knows the process of getting him off the democratic ticket please let me know. I will do my research also, and contact the democratic party. We can not allow an anti-American hater in the White House. I thank Fox News for bringing this to light, and for continuing to investigate this. I thank Greta, and Hannity for really digging into this. More needs to be done, and I am hopeful that Fox will uncover it. Thank you Fox for being proud Americans and not to be afraid of informing the people. We have a right to know, before it is too late. Any one that criticizes Fox for doing this is wrong, and they want to go on with a blind fold on. I want my eyes open, and I want to know the facts.
Senator Obama is a wolf in sheep clothing! Anyone that is more concerned about offending another by not saluting the flag of the country he is running to lead is very scary. If he is not discerning enough to know that his pastor is anti-American after sitting under his preaching for 20 years, what will he do when he is leading this country against the enemy that wants to eliminate us? Will he be able to discern who the enemy is? If my pastor had ever blasphemed my beloved country the way that man did I would have walked out before the sermon was finished, not 20 years later. WAKE UP before it's too late.
Obama's Grandmother said it all. He was raised in a white world & is using his race to be elected.
I think that this is all being blown out of proportion. Show me a politician that has mentioned all the skeletons in their closet. Should Hillary distance herself from Bill? Doesn't he have a closet full. Did she, by staying with him, say that she condoned his behaviour. How about her brother? And what of Dickie Scruggs? I think that if you really look in even your own history, you would have quite a few skeletons too! We all have several people even in our own families that we would not agree with. Obama did the right thing by saying that he didnt agree with everything that Pastor Wright says. Maybe there is something in his background that caused him to say all those things. I just hope that he read the bible more closely and teach accordingly. Also, he should get his facts straight. There are many cases of the governments of the time, using soldiers as guinea pigs--especially african-american soldiers. Think of it this way--the undesirable issues that we have today, are just a result of our past issues. Mama always said that if you do wrong, wrong will come back to you. This just proves that we will never get over the race issue. We are responsible for what happens from here on. We can choose to change it for the better.......or do nothing and hope we get a better result. If you always do as you always have done, then you will always get what you always have gotten.
#107 - another idiot!
i have not heard obama say that he was appalled by the comment god damn america. until i hear that i can not even consider obama for any position including dogcatcher.
Poor judgement and poor response. When you tell the truth you don't have to cover with more lies. Would his Christian spiritual advisor, Rev Wright, tell him to be honest?
I am a white male who lives (by choice) in a predominately black rural community. My neighbors are my friends and we help each other when needed and opportunity presents itself. That said, I find Barack Obama to be a great speaker who is easy to listen to, but I don't put any credence in what he says. If one believes for a minute that Barack Obama spent almost two decades in Jeremiah Wright's church and did not know of the hate he spewed then I have some swamp land to sell that person (and maybe a bridge or two). Any number of black politicians have over the years received my vote and no doubt others will if God sees fit for me to live long enough to cast future ballots. Barack Obama will definitely not be one of them.
Michelle Obama gave us some insight into what I believe to be the mindset of the Obama household when she said for the first time in her adult life she was proud of her country. She probably is closer aligned in belief with Mr. Wright than Barack is. Nontheless, if Barack does not believe the same way as Jeremiah Wright, then he sould have long ago left his church or had courage enough to approach the pastor about the filth he was preaching and tried to show him where it was wrong.
Barack's support of Jeremiah Wright brings into great question his true feelings toward our country, his judgement, and his willingness to confront those who appear to be enemies of America which Wright appears to be.
Senator Obama said he found some of Rev. Wright's comments objectionable. The word "objectionable" was not strong enough. He should have said they were despicable and an abomination. Obama is certainly no Colin Powell, a patriot and a man I would have crossed party lines to vote for.
He finally stubbed his toe I knew it would happen I am voting for Hillary for sure now..............
I Though Obama was Black but today I find out he is 1/2 black and 1/2 white Rev Wright said Obama was raised in a single family home and made it sound like he was raised by a black parent but he was not he was raised by WHITE mother and white grandparents and he said he went to the best schools but the pastor made it sound like he was a poor black.when he was a well off black/white kid
Senator Obama said he found some of Rev. Wright's comments objectionable. The word "objectionable" was not strong enough. He should have said they were despicable and an abomination. Obama is certainly no Colin Powell, a patriot and a man I would have crossed party lines to vote for.
Can someone from the Obama's political team explain to me, how can he be part of a church for twenty years and have not heard these hatred words? where is his judgement having his daugters exposed to such mean and anti-american words.
Obama did not state that he was present when his pastor said those controversal statements that are being aired on youtube and other places.
Here is exactly what he said and I quote
"Did I know him to be an occasionally fierce critic of American domestic and foreign policy? Of course. Did I ever hear him make remarks that could be considered controversial while I sat in church? Yes. Did I strongly disagree with many of his political views? Absolutely - just as I'm sure many of you have heard remarks from your pastors, priests, or rabbis with which you strongly disagreed."
End quote.
Can someone please tell me where he clearly admitted to being present or hearing the controversial remarks that he has already condemned?
There is a major difference between hearing "some controversial remarks" and hearing the one's that have been running on television and you tube. To refreshen everyone's memory I have provided a link for the entire speech.
http://my.barackobama.com/hisownwords
I think that its time to move on and address the major issues that we are faced with as a country as a hole.
Senator Obama said he found some of Rev. Wright's comments objectionable. The word "objectionable" was not strong enough. He should have said they were despicable and an abomination. Obama is certainly no Colin Powell, a patriot and a man I would have crossed party lines to vote for.
Senator Obama said he found some of Rev. Wright's comments objectionable. The word "objectionable" was not strong enough. He should have said they were despicable and an abomination. Obama is certainly no Colin Powell, a patriot and a man I would have crossed party lines to vote for.
Senator Obama said he found some of Rev. Wright's comments objectionable. The word "objectionable" was not strong enough. He should have said they were despicable and an abomination. Obama is certainly no Colin Powell, a patriot and a man I would have crossed party lines to vote for.
This whole Obama for President thing is a conspiracy. Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr and Obama figured this out years ago. Now that there is national news about the Trinity United Church of Christ lead by Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr which has an anti white agenda,
Millions and millions of black dollars will be donated to that church on-line. They will then split the money even if he looses.
For the first time in my life I will vote republican before voting for Obama. There are some out there that calls that racist. I call it Patriotic. I don't care what color the skin, but what is inside. Sorry Obama, but there has to be a 666 somewhere on you.
Obama should have known this would serfice, He attended this church for 20 years. He shouldnt distance himself from it . He should embrace this church and its pastor. Take a stand Obama, live fat or die skinney stand up for what you belive in. If you want to be president act like a man .
I did not from the beginning think he was qualified because of his lack of real experience. The fact that his minister is racist and anti-American and that he stands by him still even though he says he rejects the statements we have heard. He admits he was in the church?(is it really the true meaning of church I think not) when similar things were said. Well it's all great and good that this church? does great community work. Every church I have ever been to a did great community and world work with what little or large amount of money they hao work with. I have been attending churches since I was small with lapses that a lot of people go through and I have never ever heard racist and anti-American talk. I always thought and believe that churches are supposed to teach from the Bible. The fact that he doesn't want to offend in some way the Black community but he throws to the curb the white grandmother and grandfather and mother who raised and as he said sacrificed and loved him is very sad. Why would he put up with talk that he has to know must hurt the people who loved him etc. He has had more opportunity than most Americans have or will ever have. Sorry he should lose any credibility with all voters for sitting in this church for 20 years and not walking out. He has lied just like all politicians but all politicians are not attending racist anti-American sermons.
Who hasn't lied. Get over it. Rev. Wright is an individual that is stating his own opinion. Bush lied during the 8 years he has been running the country has anyone tried to call him out. McCain,Clinton, and Hilliary has lied got caught and everyone got over it. It is mighty funny that everyone is making a big deal about one man's opinion when you have a MULTI RACIAL AMERICAN running for president that is making a difference and gaining major support from all races and socioeconomic backgrounds. It would seem that the media just can't except it but will find anything they can to commentate a one-sided viewpoint. OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT!!!
bamboozle v : conceal one's true motives from esp. by elaborately feigning good intentions so as to gain an end;
It's funny how the media's just latching on to this story for dear life. Could you all be afraid of Mr. Obama being the first African American President? Mr. Wright is entiltled to his thoughts and beliefs. Mr. Obama should not be held responsible for what came out another mans mouth. If that's the case then we will never be ready for change or to grow from the past history of slavery. It has been said to the black community that "we should not hold any animousity against the white community because of slavery, they say we are not responsible for the past that was our ancestors not us. Let go of the past. Stop crying about slavery and move on." How can we move on when SOME of the whites won't allow us to move on. Mr Obama wants CHANGE and this is just a part of the change that he has in mind. We as people have to let go of the past, this is true if we want to change for the better.
I think there are more hidden racism in America than what we want to believe, so many of us are in complete denial. It is often very easy to judge another, especially when the closed doors of most are not exposed. Deep in my heart I want to believe that this is not true, but society shows me different. We are at a time in our lives where CHANGE is of the essence. If we continue in or on this same path in life, all I can say is GOD help us all!
Wow! Weren't some of you some of the same people saying Obama was a Muslims now he is a Christian and he still isn't good enough! You guys are nut jobs. Be honest Black, White, Asian, Latin or whatever we all have some racist views and have voiced them. And if we want to talk about being conservative then read the Bible. Rev. Dr. Wright wasn't too far off! Wasn't the chosen people of God punished because they were disobident? Wonder the wilderness and everything. What makes America so better because last time I checked we weren't the chosen people. America is very very disobident and uses God to fit when it is convient. I am so sick of Liberals waving their blue flags and Conservatives waving their red flags like crips and bloods of the streets. Grow up and fix the problems. No one has the right to claim to be the party of God. Race has been a problem since the signing of the Declartion of Independence and so has the Economy. Those who don't know History is doom to repeat it.
I truly believe that BO is not honest in his speech. And, I believe he always knew this subject was a MUST to stay away from. Tonight, this just reassured me of why he continues to portray himself and campaigning on the subject of JUDGEMEN! When his very own judgement cost him this election!!! I am so glad to have supported HILLARY CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT ALL ALONG!!! GO HILLARY!!
Is Ted 'Special' or just a result of affirmative action?
I think it's a shame that someone who is wanting to make a change in america after the shambles it's in, would have his words twisted and turned all because of something someone else said. It would be a great to have someone as president who loves this country as much as Mr. Obama. Some of these people remind me of a bunch of rats junping off of a ship. If this is how opininated they are and no more loyal than this then lets find out now. This is what's wrong with this country, we are too critical and forget about the main issues. Shame on you FOXNEWS you are one of the instigators of this mess.
I had held out that B. Obama was above the fray and truly someone who might bring all Americans together for a brighter and better country. But he appears to have a "dark" agenda. From statements made on Friday to Tuesday -- he lied. Here is the Senator ready to throw us under the bus right along with his grandmother. I was disappointed that he didn't have the courage to take press questions. I didn't want another political speech -- I wanted necessary questions asked and honest answers given. Got NONE of that today. He took the easy and cowardly way out.
I believe obama is great guy and i judge his words but now what somebody else say!!
I am amazed that people still cannot see that racism is alive and well in America. As an African American woman, while I disagree with the comments made by Rev. Wright, some of them I do understand. I think Obama did the right thing in waiting to gather his thoughts before just spouting off with a comment about this entire matter. I don't think he can please the media no matter what he does or says. It was just a matter of time before they (the media) latched onto something to continue the festering of racism and the divisivness. Why is it OK for him to throw Rev. Wright under the bus and not his grandmother - the truth is the truth - isn't it? It seems like whenever truth is revealed and it is not favorable to white people, it is easier to attack it rather than trying to correct the wrongs - the path of least resistance is not adequate if you truly want to fix a problem. I'm sticking with Obama!
Fox News: Fixed and Biased
We should be looking at the foreign interests supplying the funds to Obama, and were so eager for this candidate they ignored reviewing his history, but THEY did agree with his socialistic, liberal, retreat from Iraq policies. Obama is the perfect front man for the globalist, anti American interests!! I do not disagree with Wright..I am offended and saddened that our nation has such
"bottom of the barrel" candidates, with hidden ulterior agendas for America!!
its time to call for this liar to step down from his run for President and should resign his Senate seat...If a white pastor was recorded saying half the things Wright said in his sermons there would be rioting in the streets, we sure have a double standard when it comes to blacks/whites
This is a con man - he's gone from never having heard or known of his pastor's remarks in twenty years of attending his congregation, or he would have said something, to his speech today -"of course" he knew of Rev Wright's remarks and views on America, but can' disavow association.
I think his performance and rhetoric mask his true self.
I DON'T WANT TO CALL OBAMA A LIAR, YET ITS CALLED "kISS"- KEPT IT SIMPLE STUPID-THE FACTS SPEAK LOUDLY. HE KNEW ! HE STAYED & HAS SAID THIS MAN "WRIGHT" IS LIKE FAMILY !! WELL ALL OF US WHO CALL PEOPLE FAMILY BELIEVE THEM-COMMOM GROUND WITH THEM & ENBRANCE THEM. GO FIGURE. i HAVE NEVER BELIEVED OPRAH OR OBAMA WHEN THEY STARTED THIS RUN FOR THE WHITEHOUSE , THAT THEY WERE LOOKING FOR A PRESIDENT!! I BELIEVE THIS WAS PLANNED BY OPRAH JUST TO SHOW THIS COUNTRY JUST HOW RACIST IT WAS!!CHANGE WELL NEVER BE WITH YOU , ME OR US !! IT CAN ONLY COME WHEN WE CAN TEACH THE CHILDREN OF NOW - 1ST 2ND-PRE-SCHOOL & UP THAT THEY ARE ALL EQUAL IN RACE COLOR AND GENDER. AND NOT TILL THEN. THEN IT WILL TAKE A 20 YEAR IN THE MAKING TO TAKE A HOLD. I AM A 45YR OLD REPUBLICAN VOTING FOR HILLARY FOR THE RIGHT REASON!! THANKS ANYWAY HANITY & RUSH. IF YOU CAN REALLY THINK OF OTHERS, MEANING THE CHILDREN. THE ANSWER WILL COME . YOU MAY NOT LIKE THEM .YET THERE THEY ARE. ALSO REMEMBER , THE WHITE MAN HAS ALWAYS HAD THE VOTE!! THE BLACK MAN GOT THE VOTE IN 1878 AROUND THERE!! THE BLACK WOMEN & WHITE WOMEN DIDN'T GET IT TIL 1923. SO THINK ABOUT THIS. HOW CAN WE HAVE BLACK MAN PRESIDENT WHEN WE CAN'T EVEN BE EQUAL AS MEN AND WOMEN.AS A MAN NOT THINKING OF MYSELF THE ANSWER IS VERY CLEAR HILLARY!!!
Certainly obama has a muslim background. This plus the fact that he says he will surrender to Al Qaeda in Iraq soon after becoming President tells me all I need to know about his loyalties. Now we discover he has been listening and nodding his consent to the racist and anti-American rantings of his esteemed minister, and that his wife has a very negative view of America, and then to find that he lied to us last week about not being at church when the worst of the sermons were preached to an enthralled audience (like clinton not inhaling)--what more evidence do we need? He may be a good speaker and a good looking guy and have a nice smile and all that, but that is not what we need in a President. We need someone who does not have divided loyalties.
They all lie and everyone has some type of skeleton in their closet they don't want known, in Obama's case it is a spiritual leader with racial opinions. I feel that his speech to recover was weak which was a shame as a supporter because now he lost my vote.
I feel that the economy, healthcare, gas prices are far more important and he just won't be able to handle it if he cannot handle this!
Sorry Obama
In his speech today he stated that we more than likely heard verbage from our priests, pastor or rabie in our own place of worship that we did not like. In my walk of life I had the opportunity to visit many churches of denomination and at know time did I ever hear close to what his pastor said about America.If I did I would have left the sermon and attacked its leaders for letting that happen. It is hard to beleive Obama attented this church for 20 years and never stood up to his pastor regarding his teachings. His wife's comments about America most likely were picked up in his teaching as well. It also bothers many Americans as to why he does't have his mother next to him as family in public. His speeches are well spoken however the details of what he needs to do are more so talk than planned.
This poll is skewed because it allows the voter to vote multiple times. It is as reliable as the votes for American Ideal!
I feel this country is still racist and looking for any little thing to put this man down because he is black. Mccain is an old man and it is time for a change in this pitiful country. The rich gets richer and richer, but the poor stays poor and there is no middle class anymore. Mr. Obama can't do no worse than any of these other men. He might make a change for good, but this country do not want a change. I look at the Katrina situation and it's embarrassing, but in those other countries we hurry up and rebuild. this country is built up on DRAMA!!!!!
#2McCain:
How much "kool aid" have you drank lately??????
im not raciest but after hearing mr wrights sermons it seems to me he is ,,but to the whites BHO is standing behind mr wright 100% BARACK has said that clinton was starting the using the race card but it sounds to me that him and mr wright is using it themselves and the reason im not calling him revarend wright is because in my book he is no preacher of god
Sorry that I did not edit before I sent my message. Some grammar errors. Regarding children--I meant eventually influenced by friends.
If my Pastor said that when I was there or even not there in church he would no longer be my Pastor. We need to be preaching love like Jesus preach in the bible and not all this hate that they preach in church and to use the Lord"s name in vein and talk about the Jews the way he did in his hate fill sermon thats a big no no and he will not get my vote any way shape or form.
I have this innate or better known as a gut level instinctual ability to sense a wolf in sheep's clothing. Obama had risen up out of obscurity like the wave at a football game and over whelmed the majority. No one has this ability but the good lord almighty. If you believe in God you have to believe in the Devil.
Evil exists and we can not deny it. It was like leading the sheep to slaughter that would eventually become the silence of the lambs scenario. I thank the Good Lord above for smoking this demonic creature out! Shame on the Black Community for selfishly thinking of themselves and excluding the poor whites and other races whose suffering continues to this day!!
He wants to be the leader of our country but he condones this paster saying such unpatriotic and racist comments in front of his own children and other young, impressionable minds. We are members of a church of 8,000 members of all races and I would never be apart of any church that would make these comments. In all my 48 years I have never heard such outrageous statements and I resent you saying that this is common in churches. I am sorry Mr. Obama and his wife do not have the love and devotion that we do for our country. SHAME ON YOU MR. OBAMA!!!!!!!
I bet Obama made that up about his grandmother making remarks about been afraid of black people to protect Rev. Wrong, I mean Wright. He is his MENTOR according to Obama. Obama sees thru Wright's eyes. People need to see the difference between right and wrong, Obama is wrong.
America, take a good look at this mess. You cannot be blinded by pretty words from this man, he would be a total disaster as our president. Not voting for him. Keep playing those clips Fox, people need to wrap their brains around the hate and prejudice that goes on in Barack Obama's home church. I don't want that kind of a President.......this is so frightening.
Those on the left prefer to call the terrorists freedom fighters,
and like the Rev. Jeremiah Wright blame America for all the ills in American and the world!
Obama as President would be inclusive of all Muslims and
would “no more disavow them” than he could the Rev. Wright.
The Higher Moral Ground is to do whatever it takes to save American lives and to support Israel. That’s why John McCain is the best person to be President.
I hope mainstream America can see through his bologne...Come on people he is a Politician?? NO Obama-Nation for me thank you...I don't think Bush , Clinton ,Bush, Reagon , Carter,Ford,Nixon, Johnson or Kennedy had any Terrorist buddies... anti semitic pastors..... and none of those afore mentioned had anti american pals... God Bless America.. I am not a racist...
#126 Dr. Perham - Goodbye - its been great! I'm sure Fox is really scared now Doc
#2McCain:
How much "kool aid" have you drank lately??????
NOT ON YOUR LIFE.............
Obama has had such a pass with the media, he thinks he can get by with anything..I hope we will finally hold him responsible for his actions..I am sick of hearing his story .. Oh,lordy no more,"I think he gave a great speech" ..bringing us together..PLEASE.He is just a spin doctor..doing anything to get votes. He doesn't want to be a president for ALL people..he wants to be a "LOOK WHO I AM , President .
A few days ago Obama said, in the interview with Major Garret, that if he had known about what Wright had said, he would have left the church. Now he clearly knows about the sermons as we all do. Does he leave the church? No. The congreation of the church clearly agreed with what Wright was saying. So, now with this knowledge he who hopes to be President continues to voluntarily associate with people who whopped it up at someone shouting "God D*** America!" Further, Obama declared today that he could not disown the man who said that any more than he could disown his white grandmother. Intersesting. GOD BLESS AMERICA and protect her!
Just another disingenuous speech by a tainted politician. Obama has shown himself to be deeply untrustworthy by not coming clean with the American public.It is totally ridiculous to imagine that he had no knowledge of pastor Wrights disgustingly rascist attitudes. Its also an insult to the intelligence of the American people to come out today, reading a speech, carefully crafted by other people, from a teleprompter, and still defending the reverend Wright. Would you trust this man with the presidency of the U.S. I dont think so.
Those who are writing here that he lied or contradict himself about his statements before now that he was in the pew when the statements where made, did not really understant his speech today or they choose what they want to believe regardless.
When Major in foxnews interviewed Obama the last time, he said he was not in the pew when the recent comments in these taps were made. Look at how he addressed it today..
"Did I know him to be an occasionally fierce critic of American domestic and foreign policy? Of course. Did I ever hear him make remarks that could be considered controversial while I sat in church? Yes. Did I strongly disagree with many of his political views? Absolutely – just as I’m sure many of you have heard remarks from your pastors, priests, or rabbis with which you strongly disagreed.
But the remarks that have caused this recent firestorm weren’t simply controversial. They weren’t simply a religious leader’s effort to speak out against perceived injustice. Instead, they expressed a profoundly distorted view of this country – a view that sees white racism as endemic, and that elevates what is wrong with America above all that we know is right with America; a view that sees the conflicts in the Middle East as rooted primarily in the actions of stalwart allies like Israel, instead of emanating from the perverse and hateful ideologies of radical Islam. "
In his words he said he have been in the pew when he had made "controversial remarks in the past"; but look at how he address to recent videos that he said he was not priviledge to see himself firsthand because he was not in the pews:
"But the remarks that have caused this recent firestorm weren’t simply controversial. They weren’t simply a religious leader’s effort to speak out against perceived injustice. Instead, they expressed a profoundly distorted view of this country.
You can see he draw a distinction between "controversial remarks" and the remarks that have surfaced recently.
Also there is a video spreading around on the internet that put Obama in Miami speaking at a convention on July 22, the very that some of the comments in the recent video were made.
Check out this link of his activities on the day in question:
http://www.nclr.org/content/news/detail/47475/
Obama has blown his ticket to the White House. This issues isn't going away. The fact is Obama lied and continued to defend his relationship with his racist spiritual advisor. This issue will be fresh in our minds all the way to Election Day. Obama hasn't a chance and should walk away while he can.
HE DID NOT LIE!!!! He said he was not in attendence when THE sermon was delivered. He said today he had heard sermons, (in the past), given by this pastor that were extreme and he didn't agree with them then. People are twisting this as hard as they can to discredit Obama. All of the FOX NEWS programs have spent their whole hour on this, Greta included. Only 15 minutes of Mondy's show had any other subject and it looks like the same tonight. Guess I've seen the last of FOX!!! I have better channels to watch.
To the person who wants to criticize Hillary claiming that she is responsible for smearing Obama, I think Obama needs to take ownership for his own actions. It is high time these supporters stop blaming other candidates. These insults from Obama supporters that have been on the blogs for many months, insulting every other candidate has been so mean-spirited that it is no wonder people have had to step up and defend Hillary or even John McCain.
The black community will never accept anyone other than Barack, which shows that they are the ones who are truly racists. We didn't do this to Obama, he did it. Please, we need to have the best candidate to address the serious problems facing this country.
Not only were Pastor Wright's comments divisive they were entirely un-biblical. I am ashamed that my faith has been hijacked by racist. And anyone who would not have the discernment to recognize a false spiritual mentor cannot possibly be qualified to chose advisors in the most dangerous times of our lifetime.
Forget your feelings about Bush! This has nothing to do with Bush nor the Clintons, etc.; this is about Obama and what he really is. Before this mess showed on ALL tv stations, I thought he was pretty cool and an eloquent speaker. Now, I know that he speaks lies!
HE DID NOT LIE!!!! He said he was not in attendence when THE sermon was delivered. He said today he had heard sermons, (in the past), given by this pastor that were extreme and he didn't agree with them then. People are twisting this as hard as they can to discredit Obama. All of the FOX NEWS programs have spent their whole hour on this, Greta included. Only 15 minutes of Mondy's show had any other subject and it looks like the same tonight. Guess I've seen the last of FOX!!! I have better channels to watch.
Dick Morris had it right...Obama cozied up to Jeremiah Wright to be elected senator! I think he will do anything to be elected. #32 & #61 are right... the press and public would not let any republican get away with this; there is a double standard in this country and it's not about color!! John McCain is an honest American I am proud to vote for. Give it up Obama...God is watching!
HE DID NOT LIE!!!! He said he was not in attendence when THE sermon was delivered. He said today he had heard sermons, (in the past), given by this pastor that were extreme and he didn't agree with them then. People are twisting this as hard as they can to discredit Obama. All of the FOX NEWS programs have spent their whole hour on this, Greta included. Only 15 minutes of Mondy's show had any other subject and it looks like the same tonight. Guess I've seen the last of FOX!!! I have better channels to watch.
#2McCain:
How much "kool aid" have you drank lately??????
Long before it was ever mentioned on TV, I said Obama was a muslem. His speech was a joke. He has insulted our pastors, with his statement, that all our pastors preach this kind of junk in our churches. If I here this kind of hate from the pastor in my church , he or I will not be there for twenty years. What we heard from Jerimiah Wright ( I cannot call him reverand) is the same thing we here from the muslems, in their mosques. We cannot aford to elect a president, to run this BELOVED COUNTRY, who must have the same mind set as Jerimiah Wright. If the likes of these people don't love AMERICA, leave It!!!
If I misspelled the preacher's name, SO WHAT? There's nothing else right about him.
Terry, 715,
You're a hoot. Watch Fox News more religiously and I think we might be able to convert you over to listening to facts rather than rhetoric and ranting. I did and I really started to learn something.
Responding to comment number 712 (Gary)
Right on! Couldn't have said it better myself. To add, this in my opinion speaks right to the HEART of his judgement. If he honestly didn't know about how his Rev. stood after twenty years. How will he know who to appoint to supreme court or which of our foreign leaders is telling the truth?
HE WILL SOON BE BACK ON THE STREET STRUNG OUT ON CRACK...OBAMA, THAT IS!
I am neither white nor black but I find it difficult to believe in BHO. Barrack's denial of hearing about Rev. Wright's hateful remarks reminded me of Bill Clinton's denial of having sex with Monica Lewinsky. Barrack is not in the same league as Marthin Luther King, Jackie Robinson, Collin Powell and Condoleeza Rice. He does not have the guts to reject Rev. Wright. He is easily pressured by the media, by the polls etc.. Governor Paterson delivered a better speech.
The poll tonight has 10 times the number of votes then was cast on Monday night. This is a phony poll that means nothing because a voter can vote multiple times.
Sen. Obama had to start his I am a black man image twenty years ago at the Rev. Wright's Church because he did not grow up poor. And in a poor one parent family. He had a white grandmother and grandfather, both who helped him attend the best schools in America. infact some of the black community thougth he was not black enough. Which he brought up today.
He can not denounce the Church or the Rev Wright because he will lose the black vote. And this is why he will not ever denounce them. He said last week he didnot hear Wright say anything racist or anti American. Now he said today that he did hear the Rev. say these things. How can we beleive this man he is flip flopping already. I do not trust this man and can not beleive he will bring the nation together. I can not understand how Obama could sit through the hateful sermons Wright gave about whites when Obama's grandmother who he said loves him so very much. What does this say of how he returned that respect and love for her. Would he do the same for America.?
God Bless America and God help us.
What a major influence Rev. Wright had to have been on Obama over a 20 year period and we wonder why we still have racial issues in this country? These pastors are fueling the fire and we almost elected one president. WHAT ARE AMERICANS THINKING? BLACK OR WHITE IT'S WRONG!
The American voters will answer this question in November. Obama seemed sincere, but today's speech proved he lied last week when he first addressed this matter. He is not above lying! He should have apologized for that. Greta just commented that he was smoked out. And Ted Williams agreed. As for the "rev" Wright he should have pled insanity or at least dementia. It's a shame Obama did not disown Wright. But he stated he couldn't disown him anymore than he could his white grandmother. YIKES!
This is nothing about politics this is about the sad reality that there are people out there that truly believe in what Reverand Wright preaches and that there is a presidential candidate that has been a part of this congregation for 20 years. This is not someone who represents OUR AMERICA!! He may attend a place where hate sermons are preached but that is not a church where the Lord's name is used in vain.
Greta,
When IMUS said something derogatory towards the black basketball team, he lost his job and everyone screamed and yelled for him to never return to radio talk show. Why is it that when Rev. Wright speaks about whites and our country they way he did, and Obama lied and said he had never heard such language in his 20 years of attending this church, why does he think he can give a speech and keep his job???? I don't see the difference. So when whites say something derrogatory they are labeled racists. When Blacks say something derogatory, we are suppose to just believe that they didn't really mean it and this is just the way they talk in their black homes and churches. Also, why is it that blacks always threaten to riot in the streets when something doesn't go their way?
I think the only thing that Sen. Obama continues to do is separate the races and all he has caused is division. I think that if he made it to the White House we could all see another civil division as in the 60's . I don't want that. I think he wants division and civil unrest. When I go to church I go to hear the word of God, and how God wants us to live our lives through his commandments, I don't use church to hide behind racial radical motives. If anyone would read his book he explains how to manipulate white people with their guilt over slavery. Maybe he ought to worry about the slavery still occurring in the Sudan. If a white politician had a aquaintance who was a racist he would be ostricized and have to distance himself from that person. Only a Black politician could get away with this using the old its a black thing excuse. I would gladly support Alan Keyes or Condaleeza Rice as Presidential Candidates but when I see Barak I see a wolf in sheeps clothing.
What a major influence Rev. Wright had to have been on Obama over a 20 year period and we wonder why we still have racial issues in this country? These pastors are fueling the fire and we almost elected one president. WHAT ARE AMERICANS THINKING? BLACK OR WHITE IT'S WRONG!
I think in point of fact this whole controversial upheaval will in the end solidify why he(Obama) would be the greatest voice for the people that we have had in many, many years. Uniting a nation under one President will never be easy, there will always be personal agendas pulling at the fabric of its individual citizens... I pray that we finally realize how much strength there is in truly being the "United States of America".
I think it has become far too common for human beings running for public office to just turn their back on whomever they think might somehow do them political harm. Many people have different talents and skills to contribute to the potential of this great nation. If you only ever see one side of an argument you will always be blind to the possibility of a better life.
If Obama called for Imus’ resignation then He should have had the same standard for Rev. Wright. I would be appalled if McCain or Clinton attended a church that spoke of black Americans like Rev. Wright speaks of white Americans.
Guilt by words and association and remember he didn’t do anything during those twenty years. Not doing anything about it is a serious error in judgment – which begs the question. Can Obama lead this country? I say no.
The only experience that Barack has shown is that he will lie and avoid the issues to try and stay in contention just like Hillary!!!!!!!!
697 said, "I want to know why Trent Lott was made to step down and Imus was fired for not even endorsing such nonsense. But no one is wanting Obama to step down. He shouldn't even be a Senator."
BECAUSE OBAMA DIDN'T SAY IT! DAM SOME OF YOU PEOPLE ARE REALLY STUPID!!!
I feel that Obama expressed himself well and I believe him.
My pastor used to preach hell and brimfire , politics, gossip
and all. Idid not leave the church, I spoke to him one on one
about his comments. After all pastors come and go. Obama didn't
do anything wrong , his pastor did.
Jeanne of SC
Senator Barrack Obama laid his soul to the American people today. Understand his unique background as a bi-racial. I cannot morally conclude that this man is not a genuine American who loves his country. Is there any other political figure in a more unique position who can understand the divide we see, but are afraid to confirm?
It is very difficult for me to accept any inference that the Senator does not love his white family who raised him, as much as he does his black family who has accepted him. Let us with good conscience look into ourselves and the people we know as we frame and define this situation. Our response will determine how we move forward.
To All Undecided Voters: Hopefully, You will be more informed about what is going on around you, than Sen. Obama has been the last 20 yrs. And someone that "doesn't have a clue" about the man he claims for his
Spritual Advisor, as a White Hater...he wants to be President for all the people???Read the speach he gave today before you decide on this man. As Greta said..read the speach..
I can't believe he trashed his own grandmother.
#154 Abe - Republican witch hunting? HUH? Hussein is a Dem Abe!
A few weeks ago I listen to Obama's 45 minute speach in Houston, Tx. I wanted to hear what he had to say. In 45 minutes he bankrupted the country, belittled our military and said that he would meet with the terroist counties. Some time later he commented in response to a question that if you don't beleive I will meet with terroist, just wait until "I am President and (In your face) I will show you". Obama is not telling the truth, he will not separate hims self from Mr Wright, because he believes in what Mr Wright has said. Obama has no leadership qualities, and should get out of the race. In fact he should resign as a Senator. Young people of America, Is this what you want for the President of the United States of America, you need to wake up, before it is too late. It is mind bloggling to me of this young following he has. If our minister espoused any thing like Mr Wright did, from the pulpit, he would be fired, before day was over. I resent Obama suggesting that other churches permit comments of the nature that Mr Wright uttered. Racist and unamerican comments. God bless America. USAF Retired.
NOPE, Not favorable at all. Right foot in mouth, followed by left foot.
NOPE, my pastor has NEVER, EVER made racial, radical statements like Rev. Wright. I attend a Quiet, loving, prayerful, gracious, grateful church. We give thanks and help everyone we can. Witness for God.
I AM WONDERING IF THESE ANTI-AMERICAN HATE SPEACHES ARE BEING TAUGHT IN MANY BLACK CHURCHES ALL OVER THE COUNTRY. MANY PEOPLE HAVE ISSUES I'M SURE. BUT SHOULDN'T WE BE SPEAKING OF FINDING ANSWERS IN STEAD OF FAULT FINDING. IT SEEMS TO BE EASIER TO POINT FINGERS THAN MOVE FORWARD. I BELIEVE BARACK SHOULD HAVE CONDEMED THIS YEARS AGO, NOT ONLY WHEN IT WENT PUBLIC. MR. OBAMA WILL NOT HAVE MY VOTE.
Greta,
I am so shocked at how much, race has become so out of control. The small town that I live in has always been the most loving kind place to live for everyone black, white or what ever, but senses obama started running for president everyone is divided. I feel so bad about this because I see this country is more divided then ever. And if this is what it will be like if he is President then I will not vote for him.
By: Steve | Mar 18, 22:44
I watch Fox News, MSNBC, CNN, BBC and PBS to try and get a balanced view on the world and I am not surprised to report that if you want news, real news you can get it from the BBC and PBS not FOX!
I THINK SHOULD BE ASKED TO STEP OUT OF THE PRESIDENTIAL RACE AS WELL AS THE SENATE! I have said for months there is more to him...AND, since he has been running, there have been more race issues than ever. We don't need riots in the streets!
I thank Jeremiah Wright for allowing me to see, first hand, the way Mr. Obama responds to a crisis. His decision to confront this matter, and the manner in which he did so, reminded me of the leadership acumen displayed by President Reagan in 1980 when he remained true to his word and fired the striking PATCO controllers. I am white, 53, a business owner and a lifelong Republican... but I am an American first. As I watched the speech today, I realize that Mr. Obama represents, with incredible decorum, everything best, bright and right for our country at this point in our history. This morning I learned everything I needed to know to vote for the man. Randy from Peoria.
How dare this man expose a private family comment in a despaerate attempt to save his behind. If he can betray his grandmother he will betray the Americans, be them black,white or other. Listen very carefully to this man's words. He states he had never heard Reverand Wright's disgustingly anti-American comments personally in the pews. These "sermons" are available on tape & sold in the church store. Obama has spoken many times of Rev. Wright's support of himself and family. Can we not assume Obama supported his church by not only tithing but purchasing goods from the church store? This is NOT a race issue but an American issue. Where is the outrage at this supposed true American that has stated his devotion to a reverand that not only blasphemes God, but also Country.
Obama's preacher is promoting racism. We have come a long way and he has taken us all a hugh step backward. Barak has forgotten that he is half white and only cares about his African heritage. I am afraid that if he is president that he will only care about African Americans. His track record is getting a bit long, especially after his wife's remarks. There is no really good candidate this time around.
The silver in Obana's tongue is turning to lead in the parachute he is going to need.
What a frightening sermon for children and teenagers in a congregation to hear. Adults at least had the opportunity to run out the door, but I didn't see that happening. Aren't we lucky that this has happened before the election. God does answer prayers when you ask for his guidance even on choices to make for President of the Great United States of America.
He should of used good judgement long ago and resigned from that church and its leader. The ministers evil hatred sayings and associations are out and out bad. Tonight he could of said, I am resigning and dis associating myself with him. He didnt and he still is his good ol"uncle". I hear a good liar talking.
I also heard Obama was associated with gays and the gay and among others
the churchs gaty choir director that he allegedly had a affair with him and all of a sudden when this was to be investigated, the director was killed.
Obam can talk. But he is far from being our next President.
There are many other skeltons in his closet and the Republican will be digging out many.
Obama is not fir to ne President or VP. He needs to spend 12 years more as a Senator and build a repuatation.
I used to like him but no more/
He lied about this and he suddenly remembers more about Rezko too. Tried to bury that in this preacher problem. Also if he doesn't have better judgement as a father, a leader in his home....president? NO
Greta,
I listened to Sen. Obama's speech this morning. He did not speak from within his heart. I will not be voting for him. His judgement not to disown J. Wright is a poor judgement. OBAMA IS UNFIT FOR COMMAND!
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to voice our opinions.
Angelito
Obama is not to be trusted. He is not truthful. He is as dangerous as his pastor. Think back to the times he was asked why he didn't wear the American Flag lapel pin and why he never salutes the American Flag. I wonder if he even recites the Pledge of Allegence to the Flag of the United States of America. Please America wake up before it is too late . His speech today was not an explanation of his lack of knowledge of those terrible sermons by the spiteful Rev. Wright.
I am a Christian and beleive that Barack Obama is also a Christian. I am an
African American and belong to a predominately Black Church. I have always
been taught to read the Holy Bible and "rightly divide the word of truth" as
we are directed by the scriptures.
It is certainly possible that Senator Obama was not in attendance during the
times of the controversial statements made by Rev. Wright. The Senator said
that he was in attendance at times when Rev. Wright made statements that
could have been controversial, which I am sure most of us have been in
attendance when persons have said things that we did not totally agree with.
In reading the bible, a lot of the people that Christ used were not perfect; they
had faults. At one time He told those following Him "Ye without sin cast the
first stone". When He looked around, there were none that were qualified to
throw stones. That is what I beleive today. There are none of us qualified to
"throw stones" because we all fall short of the Glory of God.
My family and friends pray daily that God's will be done as to whether or not
Senator Obama receives the nomination to run as the Democratic Nominee
against Senator McCain. I beleive that Senator Obama is sincere and represents the best choice of candidates to help in the healing of this nation.
I am 69 years of age and can relate to a lot of the injustices over the years,
but Praise be to our God, we shall overcome someday. If not this time, God
will provide a true leader that will carry out His Will.
Give this man, Senator Obama, a chance.
Greta:
I am a little disappointed in you. I first started to watch you during the O.J.
Simpson trail. You were very fair, I thought. Since that time, you seem to
have become more judgemental. You don't seem to understand all people
as you appeared to do in the early days when you were on the air with
Roger Cassock. Excuse me if I spelled his name incorrectly.
Please stay 'FAIR AND BALANCED" as you appeared in the previous years.
Thank You
You are what you associate with. How can Obama not be influence after a twenty year relationship. Come on America, get with it. Open your eyes. I am not particullary fond of any of the canidates but the two Democratic canidates have a big "NO" vote. It is people like Rev. Wright who continue to keep racism going. His words are pathetic and quite frankly, very scary. How dear he damn our country. Is Obama Christian or Muslim, who really knows....A President Obama...I'll fear for our country!
GOD BLESS AMERICA
Greta,
You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
The whole issue of racism has evolved from the erroneous belief that there are different "races" of people. In truth, we are all of one race, the human race. For more on this see.
http://www.answersingenesis.org/home/area/OneBlood/chapter4.asp
Three words...LET IT GO! No white candidate is being asked to be responsible for the every word uttered by everyone associated with their campaign so as to have to denounce that individual entirely. There's clearly a double standard here. Hilary--who, by the way is a Wellesley alumna sister of mine whom I despise because I've MET and DEALT with her, PERSONALLY and her character is reprehensible--was not required to denounce Geraldine Ferraro or any number of the other individuals who've been associated with her campaign and DO reflect her true character. But Barack must? Why? Now, don't get it twisted, get it straight. This African American conservative evangelical Christian could never support Barack's campaign because I don't like the man's politics. But, guess what, folks? While most of what Rev. Wright (or white or whatever his name is) said is patently RIDICULOUS and clearly evidence of a mind deranged by anger, some of it is true. What is the race of the owners of this news station? Your big company? Your President (of whom I'm a great supporter)? Most of Congress? The CEOs of nearly every fortune 1000 company in the US? Most of the next door neighbors of the average Fox viewer? Who runs this country? How many of you who are white HAVE been called a N*gger? How many of you face racism daily? (Not BIGOTRY...Wright is a BIGOT, he can't be a RACIST by very definition; one has the power to control social and legal policy and create a structure based on their bigotry that hurts the targets of those policies; the other does not. Guess who is whom?) Has anyone ever told you that you are articulate because they presume you wouldn't be because of the skin you're in? Do you get judged by your skin before the content of your character is ascertained? Do cabs refuse to pick you up? Do jobs, apartments, business opportunities, etc. vaporize when you show up to apply? When that happens to you on the regular, then you can say Wright is entirely wrong, Barack's wife doesn't know what she's talking about and Barack's friends are crazy. I can be a black conservative and acknowledge ugly truths that still persist in America and this is one of them. Barack is being required to disavow this man entirely because Barack is black and blacks are still expected to do what white people expect to appease them or whites won't be happy. Nobody else is expected to be responsible for the words and deeds of everyone else in their lives...all we gotta do is look at Billary and we KNOW that's true. But they get a pass because they're white, like it or not. McCain, who, to me, is a closet liberal (something's just not right about that man--he's a little off, to me)--gets a pass because he's white. Barack shouldn't get a pass because he's black but he shouldn't be put to a higher standard because he is, either. Finally, to me, this is largely a media generated scandal and is no different from what liberal media frequently do to conservatives. That's a LITTLE embarrassing for a conservative who has a lot of friends who are liberals to whom I'm constantly pointing out a clear liberal media bias. And, as a former, award-winning, investigative journalist, I KNOW whereof I speak. EVERYONE here needs to step back and think about the real basis of their anger, here. White folks feel attacked and don't like to feel attacked, especially when they want to believe racism has died. This black conservative is here to tell you it hasn't. Black folks are defensive, in PART, because they want to believe Barack is a demi-god and he's not. But he's not a demagogue, either. His pastor is. Personally, my spiritual advisor is WHITE and I've had to correct some of her assumptions but I love her like the second Mom she is and I won't denounced she or her family simply because they do and have gotten it wrong in the past. Barack has denounced his Pastor's words and that's enough. GRETA, LOVE YA BABE, BUT LET IT GO! THE REST OF YOU, TOO, SO I CAN GET BACK TO WATCHING FAVE STATION!
The speech was great. All the speeches were great, however, how can anyone be a pal/confidant of a church Reverend for 20 years and not know the teachings of stuck-in-the-race riots of the sixties paranoia, racist rants and motivations. First Senator Obama said he never heard it although he attended church every week or at least every time he could. Now he says he did know some of the comments but denounces them. That is a contradiction. People should throughly scrutinize the United Trinity of Christ church site thoroughly and the books they promote before it is completely rewritten.
Senator Obama denied the amount of contributions to him by Iraqi affliliate Rezko and then admitted to a greater contribution of multi-thousands. This is a contradiction. Taking into consideration a church promoting outlines for controlling America with might and the acceptance of many thousands of dollars from an Iraqi affiliate friend found guilty of corruption, one has to wonder if this is divide America and conquer. The possibility of the risks are far to great to elect this candidate for President of the United States.
#757 THANK GOD YOUR NOT RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT......
It is obvious that black people will never get over the slavery issue, so what is the point of this. Obama is a racist just as all of his black supporters are, who support him just because of his skin color. He could tomorrow go out and murder someone for no good reason and black americans would still vote for him. My problem is with the young white americans who are delusional to think he could be a great president of the United States
Reminds me of Bill C. - I didn't have sex with that woman. Whoops, I got caught. Yes, I did, well maybe it wasn't exactly. Obama got caught and HAD to give this speech. When one has to do something, it doesn't mean it is meant or believed. You know the saying - birds of a feather flock together. He spent 20 years in that church and heard every word. He is just as racist as that minister who perverts the true gospel of love. It's no different than if we had a KKK as minister of a white candidate. Why does it seem that everyone wants to give this guy a pass just because he is a minority. He has had a privileged life. Annual vacations in Hawaii, best schools, and the ability to do a deal with Rezko. When Clinton lied he was impeached. Are they going to impeach him for lying? I really don't see the difference. He needs to step down from the race so the dems have a fighting chance to take the White House or it will be more of the same.
I have been to church thousands of time and never heard my pastor tear down his country, rather he lifts it up. I have never heard him talk against another race, rather he lifts them up and encourages us to work together and to love one another. He has never used profanity, lied about his country by saying we invented AIDs for the blacks. If he did even one of these, I would have been out of there. But not Obama.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK PEOPLE! DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING SET BEFORE YOU. DON'T YOU THINK FOR ONE MINUTE SOMEONE WANTED YOU TO THINK THIS. SOMEONE WITH AN AGANDA MAYBE. THIS NEWS IS AS CONVENIENT AS THE UNTRUE STORY THAT HE CALLED THE CANADIAN GOV.
PLEASE!
IT PAINS ME THAT THE SAME PEOPLE WHO WERE DUPED BY BUSH (EVEN AFTER HE GOT US INTO THIS WAR) VOTED FOR HIM AGAIN AND ARE NOW COMPLAINING. AND WORSE THESE SAME PEOPLE WILL VOTE AGAIN (DUPED AGAIN)
COME ON PEOPLE THIS IS POLITICS AS USUAL.
THIS ISN'T SOME GUESSING GAME, DO A LITTLE HOMEWORK ON THESE PEOPLE, IT IS IMPORTANT.
I have been leaning toward Senator Obama in my opinions of who I would support. I am very disappointed not in what was said by his pastor, but rather in his choice to intentionally not tell the truth earlier this week. His original statement after this issue became public this past week, was that he did not hear these statements from the pews. However, today, he makes the open statement that in fact he did hear "controversial comments" while in church. His statement earlier was that he would have confronted these type of comments directly with his pastor, but we did not hear this today, which says to me that he made up a deliberate first attempt to cover himself, and apparently decided this was not selling well, so here is track #2.
My concern is not one of race, but of character. I have the same issue with both of the Clintons based on their history. This leaves a real quandry for me as a voter, and I suspect others as well. This delimma is simply, if we are looking for change, where do we look. It would seem the pool of candidates is simply another pool of those who will say anything to increase their power.
However, in short, I did a short study of the Trinity United Church of Christ website, and I encourage others to do the same. The first thing you see is an outline of the African Continent. The foundations published by this church are not one that would lead you to believe that this is a racially inclusive church, that its mission is the salvation of souls, or anything other than other than the Black agenda. Sadly, this was the spiritual foundation for Mr. Obama for the past nearly 20 years. I can not help but question what impact this has on his views. I also do not object to this position, but would prefer that a person say what they believe and mean it. Should a black person be ashamed to say that they seek the best for black people? I believe that saying anything else would appear less than honest. The same would be true for Hispanics, Asian, and yes for that matter Caucasians.
I want to find a person who truly lives up to the ideals of the Reverend Martin Luther King who clearly stated that his dream was not a Black person in the White House, or a Hispanic, Asian, or anything else. His dream was that one day a person would be judged on the content of his character not on the color of his skin. I agree, but today, an assessment of character finds Obama lacking.
Dave, #838:
that was a classic. I agree!!!
There is no question that Obama is a fine orator, but so was Hitler, Mussolilini
and Castro and look what a great job they did of running (ruining) their coutries.
No one knew what their core beliefs were either until it was too late! Obama's anti American friends and advisors say much more about him than his words.
Obama has very,very bad judgement, to think this garage is O.K. It's not!!!!!!!! We have now been in touch with the true Obama. I just pray that alot of Americans have been woke up!! It's all about how some black churchs PREACH to hate white people and our wonderful America we Love!!!!!!!!! And also about the fact Obama been going to this church for 20 yrs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Please vote for Hillary Clinton!!!!!!!!!! And #2 is stupid. Believe me if I thought for one moment Obama would be a better President then H.C., I would definitely vote for Obama, and race would have nothing to do with it!!!!!!!!!!
If I ever attended any church where rasial slams were made I would get up and walk out the first time not make excuses for him 20years later. He calls him self a pastor, I call him a radical nut.
Hey Steve, #537: Of course the concesus of this site is anti-Obama. This is the Fox Noise Network we're talking about--a surrogate to the right-wing destruction machine. It's one thing to report his story. It's a far different thing to devote ENTIRE news cycles to it and then offer ONLY right-wing pespective. Fox tells the truth? Did you actually type that statement with a straight face?
And to EVERYBODY expressing their "disgust" at Obama's lies: OUR CURRENT PRESIDENT IS THE BIGGEST LIAR THIS COUNTRY HAS EVER SEEN!
There you go again,
Obama admitted he lied. What this entire incident has proven is that while white people are constantly being told they are racists, it proves that more black people than care to admit are in fact racist and equallity will never come about until everyone comes to common ground to move forward. I am 59 and have taught my children to be color blind. They are all college educated and will do an even better job with their children. This is how progress is made when one generation determines to make it better then we will see progress. And, I know what I am talking about since I am full blooded Mexican who on more than one occasion was called a Spic or dirty Mexican. We don't need to change the entire world, just ourselves and our children, then let the progress go forward.
He isn't a united, but a divided. How can we go about getting him off the democratic ticket. We can not allow this man to become President. Talk about racist -- he fits the bill. How dare they accuse the white people of America of being racist. How dare they preach this hate about America? How can he bring his kids to this church?
If any one knows the process of getting him off the democratic ticket please let me know. I will do my research also, and contact the democratic party. We can not allow an anti-American hater in the White House. I thank Fox News for bringing this to light, and for continuing to investigate this. I thank Greta, and Hannity for really digging into this. More needs to be done, and I am hopeful that Fox will uncover it. Thank you Fox for being proud Americans and not to be afraid of informing the people. We have a right to know, before it is too late. Any one that criticizes Fox for doing this is wrong, and they want to go on with a blind fold on. I want my eyes open, and I want to know the facts.
they have it so bad here i would like to drop wright and oboma in the middle of darfur with no money and no weapon and leave them there. i thank GOD i was born in the USA everyday.
Thank you for showing us the real Obama. Please don't drop this. He lied last week and had to 'fess up this week. I am surprised he can remain so loyal to Wright. Where is his loyalty to his white mother and grandmother? How can he be comfortable listening sermons so derogatory of his white relatives? His girls are learning hate for white people in church. This explains some of the remarks made by his wife. I think if he is elected president (God forbid) his priority will be black issues and he will primarily be a black people's president.
Again, Greta, please keep this in the news. Thanks again
Here's the problem. They were "hate" speeches, not just controversial criticisms of my country. At this time of fragile race relations, the Rev and Barack showed poor judgement in not stopping this. We were so close to nominating and possibly electing a black President but the Rev could not just shut up and put his lying "hate speak" on hold/ Black America, always the victims, will blame the media or white america but need look no further than the Rev to blame and Obama for a) not knowing or b) not condemning it. Either reason makes him a very flawed candidate. We know one thing, Michelle probably didn't miss any speeches.
I am a born again Christian, I have attended the same Church for 30 years. If my pastor said things about blacks and our country, like Obama's minister said about whitey and our country, I would know it and I would leave the Church and take my financial support with me. The Civial War is long over, Wright wants to keep it going, he needs to get over it and find the peace of God. By the way I am ( as Wright calls us) a "CRACKER"
I was for obama...now I am voting for McCain....I am just disgusted with "the change" he was promoting...no change...sos...
THE NEW TESTAMENT READS, " Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord." The church is to teach the word of God, not hate speaches, as it seems have been taught in the denomination that Mr. Obama is a member of. I pray that men and woman of all races will teach God's word, for that is the purpose of the church as God planned it. Hate is of satan, to be affiliated with a group of people such as Obama is, and won't condem it, i find that wrong, and God will judge us all by the company we keep.
Fox News has never been asleep. The other networks could follow their example !!!! And no, I don't work for Fox News, but wish I could work for Fox News Channel, from home. I love to research and get the truth out. As does Fox News !
We have a saying where I come from... "Don't Pi## down my back and try to tell me it's raining". This Dog and pony show today was nothing more than Obama squirming for political expediency. Another thing to keep in mind, on Friday March 14, 2008 in the midst of the Rev Wright Firestorm, Obama gave an interview to the Chicago Tribune... and guess what?... He suddenly remembered that he received 100K more than he had previously stated from his good buddy Tony Rezko. this has been buried. Obama is a political Huckster! I am not insulted by the the hateful rhetoric I have heard the past five days. I am however, highly offended that we are expected to swallow this and then NOT question the mans credibility!
And where is the good reverend????? no one seems to be asking that question....... seems rather convenient that he is "out of the country" for all of this.... I wonder who bought the plane ticket......hmmmmmmm
I do believe people have become deaf, dumb, and blind. I know from personal experience that if a preacher has views that are totally against what you believe you know it and you don't want to be a part of it. I left a church after being a member for 20+ years when a new preacher came in an began conducting himself and saying things that went totally against the values that I and my family held to be important. If people can believe that Obama did not know the heart of his preacher then something is very wrong. Someone as outspoken as Rev. Wright does not only express his views occasionaly. It is a part of his very being. It is a sad day when we have to even think about letting someone run for President who chooses to associate and refuses to disassociate himself with the likes of Rev. Wright who habors such hatred. Where in the Christian faith does it say it is okay to harbor hatred?
I guess we can say Obama's father was not prejudice and neither was his step father as they were Black and his mother didn't see color either
#642 WHAT DOES BUSH BEING A SNIVELING DRUNKEN LOSER OF A PRESIDENT HAVE TO DO WITH WHAT OMAMA IS? THESE ARE TWO SEPERATE ISSUES. I NEVER VOTED FOR EITHER BUSH BUT I SURE WON'T VOTE FOR A BARAK HUSSEIN OBAMA EITHER!
I think when Obama said he had not heard the particular sermons on Friday when Major interviewed him. I believe him.
When he said he had beem present in other services where Rev Wright spoke about things he disgreed with, he confronted him and let him know he disagreed with him. Admitting that, doesn't mean he was present when the clips we have seen in the news lately were made. I believe he has tried to make this right, but there will always be those who will condemn him because they're either for Hillary, or McCain. Only those who didn't like him to start with will gripe and complain. No, I don't plan to vote for him, but he's not being treated fair at all. Nor do I plan to vote for Hillary or McCain. They have the same ol' stories and promises as their other "SEASONED" fellow politicians.
I am Jewish. We now have a tape of Rev. Wright refering to the Anit-Semitic Durban Confrence which Secretary of State Colin Polwel walk out of. Rev Wright words spoke of his support for the Anti-Semitic Durban Confrence he went to call Israel and also by inplication, Jews, as a "Dirty Word"
Obama in his speach trys to excuse Rev. Wright because of the Black Experience. The fact is Obama claims to be of the Generation which has gotten byond their past. A generation who wants to move forward and creat one America byond Race. The Fact is you can't make that claim and continue to support a White hater, a hater of the United States of America, and an overt Anti-Semite. My grandmother taught me you are not only judged by your words but by the company you keep. Senator Obama cannot have it both ways. If he wants to be loyal to Rev. Wright then he has aligned himself with the Jew Haters. That makes him no better then Rev. Wright who he continues to support. No Obama is a divider not a uniter.
As a leader and a so called uniter, he should have stood up/corrected Rev. Wright when he made any racist and/or controversial comments in the beginning.
Oh, you people that still back this man! I am already angry with this so-called preacher's antics (to say the least) but reading the junk that his backers write...I realize how scary our society has gotten. We are all in this together; or should be. I suggest you Obama lovers order the CD from his church if you need proof that this HATE has gone on for years! I am completely offended as to how Obama spoke to all of us tonight; like we are too stupid to see what he really is? I'll say this...I am not that stupid.
Lets get real. If you take the time to go to church you are going to go and be a part of a church that reflects you and your beliefs. If everyone doesn't see this then we may need to rethink David Karish, Jim Jones and other extereme relgious groups.
For the past 18 years I have listened to black pastors on television & radio and never heard anything like Mr. Wright. These pastor have taught unity and acceptance. I have visited one of the churches and as a white female felt extremly welcome. I don't think I would feel that way at Mr. Obama's church.
I voted for Hillary in the primary, but I liked Obama also, I would have voted for him if he was the winner , But there is no way I could vote for him now.
I am so dissapointed in him, I don't believe him when he says he didn't know his pastor was saying all this nasty and hateful things, I pray that he will not be elected as president.
Obama needs to go to Hollywood. He could sell a kecthup popsickle to a woman in white gloves but I'm not buying it.
This country is now more racially divided than it was 6 months ago. This tells everything we need to know about where Obama would take this country. Progress means going forward not backwards. His color is not important. His attitude is everything. He is a racist. We can not afford to have one in the WhiteHouse, no matter what color he may be.
Greta,
You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Wes...You cannot think that calling me a "Whitey" is not slamming me for my race. How would you feel if I called you the "n" word in a derogatory white person slang? Yes, you would be offended and I wouldn't blame you. This story is BIG because..... look up your history! The name is DAVID DUKE!!! BIG BIG BIG STORY!!!!! proberly before you were born.
It is so very obvious that Obama has issues with our wonderful USA. He would never have stayed in church with his pastor's hatemongering against our country for 20 years if he loved this country. Just the fact that he obviously chose his black ancestry and chose to denigrate his white grandmother but refuses to disavow himself from Mr. Wright speaks volumes. Also, his wife's shameful comments about being proud of America for the first time in her adult life, Obama's refusal to say the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag, place his hand over his heart, or wear a pin of our flag are flagrant symbols of his disdain for our country. Why has there been so little concern about his relationship with his white mother, grandmother or white relatives? This information might be very enlightening. Also, I am surprised that no media has published a copy of the statement of the edicts of his church. I was sent a copy of it and one of the statements clearly stated that the allegiance of the church was to Africa. He is not fit to run for Commander in Chief of our country and should drop out of the election. His only asset is a "gift of gab" that is filled with untruths.
#860: "And to EVERYBODY expressing their "disgust" at Obama's lies: OUR CURRENT PRESIDENT IS THE BIGGEST LIAR THIS COUNTRY HAS EVER SEEN!"
That is the exact reason why we don't want another one like him! That was a dumb thing you did by saying that Bush can lie so Obama can too! haha
Can anyone see that this speech was probably done months ago, by speech writers. He knew this would come up sometime and he was just waiting to use it. They say he just wrote it by himself....I don't think so...
Does anyone have proof that Obama hasn't talked with Rev. Wright? Ever? Just was wondering~~~~~~~~
I don't like Rev. Wright's statements, but I like Obama. McCain nor Clinton can touch him! McCain and Clinton represent old politics!! I'd like to see what he can do for this country, given the chance.
ALSO:
I would like to hear more sound bites of McCain's endorsers....Hagee and Parsley. They may not be his pastors, but they're up there on the platform with him and he's proud of their support! Newt Gingrich didn't want to answer this question on Fox......he went on to another subject. I wonder why? Double standard?
Face it people~~~~ EVERY candidate this year has baggage in their background!
Obama is a good, polished, smooth speaker. He has politican written all over him. I believe the CHANGES that he speaks of are not the changes that this country need. His speech was fulll of pity racism, and that is just all we need in the White House. I have indian ancestors I would like his views on how he thinks they were treated - we don't hear them complaining year in and year out- get over it - forget it - the slaves were freed in 1865, don 't you think it is time.
I believe the MAJORITY of you didn't hear the entire speech. Can you really put yourself in a BLACK person shoes -- visit a Church one day. Maybe you will gain something from the experience. I don't think you White Americans are ready for a CHANGE - you're still stuck ON the "Masters" Slavery days. What is this world coming to - an END for sure.
Forget race! oSAMA would dance in the street if oBAMA AND wRIGHT were leaders of any nation. Pure evil.
mattjoy #860:
When your alarm goes off so you can pull your head out of your a**, remember all your highly esteemed Democratic leaders that are on record confirming all that past crap you think Bush lied about. Bush was the only one with the balls to do something about it. Clinton was too busy having his lollipop licked.
Today Obama had the audacity to preach about racism and a divided America. A man that sits in a church for 20 years and listens to a pastor shouting hatred from the pulpit is not in a position to bridge the racial divide in my opion. Sen. Obama is running for the most powerful position in the WORLD, can he explain his judgement in allowing a hate mongral to shape his childrens views of thier country of religion? Can he explain why he could not find the courage to leave a church that preaches hatred?
I am African-American and come from a long line of ministers. EVEN during the trying times of the 60's it NOT okay for any of them to preach hatred from the pulpit and they did not. Instead they preached about tolerance, education, building strong families and so forth.
It is scary that this monster is anyones spiritual advisor ESPECIALLY a potential president of the free world. Rev. Wright is no different than a gang leader that preys on weak minded individuals dying to fit in/dying to belong! Maybe Rev. Wright is the reason Michelle Obama was not proud of her country.
Obama attending this church and "backing" this minister is no different than David Duke not renouncing the KKK during his run for president. Black, White, or Red Hate is Hate!!!
In the words of Judge Judy "Don't pee on my knee and tell me it's raining".
Sincerely a proud American,
Bridget (Las Vegas)
Mr. Obama needs to recognize more clearly that he also has a 50% white heritage and is actually the first (half) African American candidate for President. He has had enormous support throughout the primaries from States with predominately white electorates. He needs to absolutely clarify his positions with regard to everything his twenty year mentor has espoused. How can anyone defend the the awful racist and anti-American rantings this Pastor has spewed for years? Would Mr. Obama's current delegate count be where it is if this information was out two months ago?
Hillary - "Where's the Chief", America wants to know!
Can someone please explain to me what criterion or threshold Hillary Clinton has met that makes her qualified to be Commander in Chief??
Is Hillary's "First Lady in Chief" experience greater then that of Laura Bush (Wartime First Lady) OR Barbara Bush (Wartime First Lady)? Is the desire to fight about everything with everyone a criterion to show toughness, or is that the "Fighter in Chief"? And what about "Monica in Chief" didn't she help Bill Clinton make a few risky but difficult judgments as "Scoundrel in Chief"
Is it telling General Pertraus, where Hillary attacked his honesty by saying: "The reports that you [Gen Pertraus] provide to us really require the willing suspension of disbelief" is that part of the "Attacker in Chief" or is that "Bash-the-General in Chief"? Hillary slammed General Petraus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker as "de facto spokesmen for a failed policy" of George Bush.: New York Times (http://www.nypost.com/seven/09132007/postopinion/editorials/sen__clintons_slur.htm).
Do those actions by Hillary make her ready to be the Commander in Chief in some way?
Most of the Flag Officers that endorsed Hillary Clinton are Generals and Admirals appointed when Bill Clinton was in office [Every Flag Officer is a Politician, remember that!]. I am sure that every one of them with the exception of Wes Clark, were solicited for their endorsements!
Wes Clark is separated from the rest because I believe he is trying to position himself to be Hillary's VP, assuming that she can cheat/defeat Team Obama!
General Clark had a critical judgment moment while NATO Commander that should rank as one of the biggest NEAR blunders of the campaign in the former Yugoslavia! Fortunately General Mike Jackson (UK) refused to execute Clark's directive to prevent the Soviet's from landing at Pristina airport. A quote from General Jackson: "I'm not going to start the Third World War for you," he reportedly told General Clark during one heated exchange. See Confrontation over Pristina Airport (http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/671495.stm)
Clark, as the led military [retired] supporter of Hillary for Commander in Chief, clearly shows that neither he [Clark] nor Hillary is "Ready-on-day-one in Chief"!
Now today I read that the Clinton Campaign are the ones whom contacted the Canadian Government to give them the wink & nod regarding NAFTA weeks before HRC accused Barack Obama of doing the exact same thing!
Maybe we should hold another debate but this time Hillary and Barack can both run through a short Leadership Reaction Course or some other form of situation awareness exercise with a bunch of old Flag Officers making up the rest of the team NOW THAT WOULD BE VERY FUNNY! Or how about the APFT (Advanced Physical Fitness Test)? Why can't that be part of the Commander in Chief criteria?? Help me here because I really what to know "Where is the Chief"?
No president can match Abraham Lincoln in setting the standard as Commander in Chief and what threshold did President Lincoln pass??? Lincoln could listen to others as professional equals, a style that ensured his success! Prior to the presidency, almost all of Lincoln's political life was in state politics; 8 years in the Illinois legislature and 2 years in the House! [W. Pederson & F. Williams, ISBN 0765610345].
The truth about Hillary Clinton's experience is as tangible as fiction itself and truly requires the willing suspension of disbelief! "Hillary in Chief" has now become the "de facto spokesmen for a failed Iraq policy" of Bush, Chaney and McCain . Does that make Hillary the "De facto in Chief"? [All 100 US Senators were privy to the full classified Iraq NIE complete with INR, DOE, and US Air Force intelligence dissents. Only 6 bothered to read it. Was Sen. Hillary Clinton, member of the Armed Services Committee one of the six? NO!]
Hillary Clinton states "I have a lifetime of experi
Obama lost my vote tonight. I was drinking the koolaide before the speech. We can't afford 4 more years of Bush(McCain). Hillary is weak and dishonest. I relinquish my vote, i quit. I'll vote again if we ever get a conservative candidate that has common sense. No more far Left or Right, It is bad for America!!!!
Fox News is pathetic.What a biased bunch.Fair and balanced my foot.
I know in your heart you don't believe Barack is a racist, but you will do anything to keep a Black Man from becoming President. I don't know who is truly a bigger racist you, Hannity or Rev Wright. It's very sad to see the hatred in your face while you do your reporting.
It's amazing to me how whites in america are considerably ignorant about the bigotry that their white counterparts have imputed upon non-whites in this country; and the moment the media has the opportunity to expose a comment made by a non-white american on something controversial such as issues of race, they are ready to take them to the guillitine under the judgment of anti-americanism. Bottomline, Barack didnt make those comments. we all have watched his campaign and have clear understandings about what his visions are, and that is to join people in our country together when/if he becomes president. if the voting public are that dense in their minds, that all it takes is a 30 second sound bite to be the ultimate demise for obama's candidacy for president i will never vote for a white candidate again in my life! because there are a ton of white political figures in office today, as we speak, that are associated with and have been associated with a person or group that they should have no affiliation! if we, the voting public, were to do background checks on every politican and who they have ties with, they'd all get booted out of office! The way it looks right now, Barack is the lesser of the three evils he's running against.
I just don't know where to start.. I listen to one news station and they praise Barak Obama as if he did nothing wrong, and then Fox brings forth the truth. Is everyone so mesmerized with this man that he can do no wrong and when he does his oratory covers it all up. Does this not remind you of a man in past history that did the same thing. A man who used his rhetoric and oratory to bring a country who was decimated from World War I and in deep financial ruin. A man who came from the bottom and worked his way up to lead one of the most powerful countries in the world. A man who ended up killing millions of people. The only difference between the man of the past and Barak today is time and race but both use rhetoric eloquently to sway people.
One item that really disturbs me is that he has lied over the last months about all issues that have dealt with his pastor. I have heard many people exonerate him stating that it was his pastors words and not his, that some pastors go to bed at night and wished they never preached the sermon they gave, excuse me these are only excuses. His pastor knew exactly what he was saying and I would be ashamed to use the pulpit and Sunday as a means to get your political agenda across. But that is not the only reason why I voicing my opinion. For Senator Obama to tell us that he does not agree with what his pastor said on many ocassions just blows my mind away. How can one stay in a church that they refuse to accept the views of a pastor. I left my church because I did not agree with what they were doing. Something just does not jive here. So I ask you, is this a person we want to sit in the White House? I for one say no.
I am a Republican and not a great fan of President Clinton ... however he is a former President and the "riding dirty" scene is one of the most offensive things I have ever seen ... I understand that Democrats are full of hate for President Bush and call him horrible names but the lewdness of the attack on President Clinton is sickening. Why do you all hate Senator Clilnton so much ... can't you just like Senator Obama more? You truly are the party of hate. Shame on you.
Hillary - "Where's the Chief", America wants to know!
Can someone please explain to me what criterion or threshold Hillary Clinton has met that makes her qualified to be Commander in Chief??
Is Hillary's "First Lady in Chief" experience greater then that of Laura Bush (Wartime First Lady) OR Barbara Bush (Wartime First Lady)? Is the desire to fight about everything with everyone a criterion to show toughness, or is that the "Fighter in Chief"? And what about "Monica in Chief" didn't she help Bill Clinton make a few risky but difficult judgments as "Scoundrel in Chief"
Is it telling General Pertraus, where Hillary attacked his honesty by saying: "The reports that you [Gen Pertraus] provide to us really require the willing suspension of disbelief" is that part of the "Attacker in Chief" or is that "Bash-the-General in Chief"? Hillary slammed General Petraus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker as "de facto spokesmen for a failed policy" of George Bush.: New York Times (http://www.nypost.com/seven/09132007/postopinion/editorials/sen__clintons_slur.htm).
Do those actions by Hillary make her ready to be the Commander in Chief in some way?
Most of the Flag Officers that endorsed Hillary Clinton are Generals and Admirals appointed when Bill Clinton was in office [Every Flag Officer is a Politician, remember that!]. I am sure that every one of them with the exception of Wes Clark, were solicited for their endorsements!
Wes Clark is separated from the rest because I believe he is trying to position himself to be Hillary's VP, assuming that she can cheat/defeat Team Obama!
General Clark had a critical judgment moment while NATO Commander that should rank as one of the biggest NEAR blunders of the campaign in the former Yugoslavia! Fortunately General Mike Jackson (UK) refused to execute Clark's directive to prevent the Soviet's from landing at Pristina airport. A quote from General Jackson: "I'm not going to start the Third World War for you," he reportedly told General Clark during one heated exchange. See Confrontation over Pristina Airport (http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/671495.stm)
Clark, as the led military [retired] supporter of Hillary for Commander in Chief, clearly shows that neither he [Clark] nor Hillary is "Ready-on-day-one in Chief"!
Now today I read that the Clinton Campaign are the ones whom contacted the Canadian Government to give them the wink & nod regarding NAFTA weeks before HRC accused Barack Obama of doing the exact same thing!
Maybe we should hold another debate but this time Hillary and Barack can both run through a short Leadership Reaction Course or some other form of situation awareness exercise with a bunch of old Flag Officers making up the rest of the team NOW THAT WOULD BE VERY FUNNY! Or how about the APFT (Advanced Physical Fitness Test)? Why can't that be part of the Commander in Chief criteria?? Help me here because I really what to know "Where is the Chief"?
No president can match Abraham Lincoln in setting the standard as Commander in Chief and what threshold did President Lincoln pass??? Lincoln could listen to others as professional equals, a style that ensured his success! Prior to the presidency, almost all of Lincoln's political life was in state politics; 8 years in the Illinois legislature and 2 years in the House! [W. Pederson & F. Williams, ISBN 0765610345].
The truth about Hillary Clinton's experience is as tangible as fiction itself and truly requires the willing suspension of disbelief! "Hillary in Chief" has now become the "de facto spokesmen for a failed Iraq policy" of Bush, Chaney and McCain . Does that make Hillary the "De facto in Chief"? [All 100 US Senators were privy to the full classified Iraq NIE complete with INR, DOE, and US Air Force intelligence dissents. Only 6 bothered to read it. Was Sen. Hillary Clinton, member of the Armed Services Committee one of the six? NO!]
Hillary Clinton states "I have a lifetime of experience
I would also like to add that it hurt my white heart to think that this kind of hatred is spewed in black CHURCHES!!! I am not prejudiced, have never been prejudiced, and love ALL GOD'S CHILDREN. I am having a hard time thinking about what blacks are being taught and what ideas they are personally reinforcing and passing along to their children. Obama is the racist. And he has betrayed all the color-blind people who have supported him. All of his polished rhetoric cannot change those facts.
OBAMA SHOULD STEP DOWN AS SENATOR !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Vote for the crook, it's important. No wait, vote for the old gray-haired senile fellow, it's important!
He listened to his preacher and stayed for the sermons, yet he cringed when his Grandmother said something racial ????
Here is an interesting video about Oboma by a Pastor Brown in Harlem
He is really blasting Oboma
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khuu-RhOBDU
As a Christian, I am appalled that anyone who calls himself a pastor would use the language Rev. Wright used no matter what his race. God is love, not hate. A pastor is the shepherd over his flock/congregation and is accountable to God for what he preaches. I John 3:15 says, "Anyone who hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life in him." (NIV) No pastor should teach his congregation to hate anyone, which is murder in the eyes of God according to the Holy Bible. By teaching hatred, Rev. Wright will have the blood of many souls on his hands. I also believe that Barak Obama would express the same opinions as Rev. Wright if he were not in a political race for the White House. I pray that people will seriously consider the character and integrity of each candidate before they place their vote.
I am no longer an O'Bama supporter. I will be voting on April 22 in Pennsylvania and I changed my vote to Clinton!
O'bama's association not only with Jere Wright and Rezko speaks to his character, and it speaks to the judgment which is the basis on which he has been running his campaign.
I do not believe Obama’s new, firmer denunciation of Wright's comments. We now know he lied when he said he didn't know about Wright's racist sermons.
Obama is a good speaker, he should have been in sales.....He is not someone who would run our country. He has very poor judgement in character.
I'm sure it's only going to get worse as the days go on. I think he should drop out of the race!
JoAnn
West Mifflin, PA
Hillary - "Where's the Chief", America wants to know!
Can someone please explain to me what criterion or threshold Hillary Clinton has met that makes her qualified to be Commander in Chief??
Is Hillary's "First Lady in Chief" experience greater then that of Laura Bush (Wartime First Lady) OR Barbara Bush (Wartime First Lady)? Is the desire to fight about everything with everyone a criterion to show toughness, or is that the "Fighter in Chief"? And what about "Monica in Chief" didn't she help Bill Clinton make a few risky but difficult judgments as "Scoundrel in Chief"
Is it telling General Pertraus, where Hillary attacked his honesty by saying: "The reports that you [Gen Pertraus] provide to us really require the willing suspension of disbelief" is that part of the "Attacker in Chief" or is that "Bash-the-General in Chief"? Hillary slammed General Petraus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker as "de facto spokesmen for a failed policy" of George Bush.: New York Times (http://www.nypost.com/seven/09132007/postopinion/editorials/sen__clintons_slur.htm).
Do those actions by Hillary make her ready to be the Commander in Chief in some way?
Most of the Flag Officers that endorsed Hillary Clinton are Generals and Admirals appointed when Bill Clinton was in office [Every Flag Officer is a Politician, remember that!]. I am sure that every one of them with the exception of Wes Clark, were solicited for their endorsements!
Wes Clark is separated from the rest because I believe he is trying to position himself to be Hillary's VP, assuming that she can cheat/defeat Team Obama!
General Clark had a critical judgment moment while NATO Commander that should rank as one of the biggest NEAR blunders of the campaign in the former Yugoslavia! Fortunately General Mike Jackson (UK) refused to execute Clark's directive to prevent the Soviet's from landing at Pristina airport. A quote from General Jackson: "I'm not going to start the Third World War for you," he reportedly told General Clark during one heated exchange. See Confrontation over Pristina Airport (http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/671495.stm)
Clark, as the led military [retired] supporter of Hillary for Commander in Chief, clearly shows that neither he [Clark] nor Hillary is "Ready-on-day-one in Chief"!
Now today I read that the Clinton Campaign are the ones whom contacted the Canadian Government to give them the wink & nod regarding NAFTA weeks before HRC accused Barack Obama of doing the exact same thing!
Maybe we should hold another debate but this time Hillary and Barack can both run through a short Leadership Reaction Course or some other form of situation awareness exercise with a bunch of old Flag Officers making up the rest of the team NOW THAT WOULD BE VERY FUNNY! Or how about the APFT (Advanced Physical Fitness Test)? Why can't that be part of the Commander in Chief criteria?? Help me here because I really what to know "Where is the Chief"?
No president can match Abraham Lincoln in setting the standard as Commander in Chief and what threshold did President Lincoln pass??? Lincoln could listen to others as professional equals, a style that ensured his success! Prior to the presidency, almost all of Lincoln's political life was in state politics; 8 years in the Illinois legislature and 2 years in the House! [W. Pederson & F. Williams, ISBN 0765610345].
The truth about Hillary Clinton's experience is as tangible as fiction itself and truly requires the willing suspension of disbelief! "Hillary in Chief" has now become the "de facto spokesmen for a failed Iraq policy" of Bush, Chaney and McCain . Does that make Hillary the "De facto in Chief"? [All 100 US Senators were privy to the full classified Iraq NIE complete with INR, DOE, and US Air Force intelligence dissents. Only 6 bothered to read it. Was Sen. Hillary Clinton, member of the Armed Services Committee one of the six? NO!]
Hillary Clinton states "I have a lifetime of experience
To all the Pi_ _Ants out there - QUIT ATTACKING GRETA!!! Greta has more backbone than all the other news shows that are not reporting a very important story that will affect all of us and our futures. She reports - we decide.
It's not a race issue - if Colin Powell, a black man, the last time I looked -would have run for President, Colin WOULD HAVE WON. I would have even voted for him.
OBAMA, HUSSEIN BARACK, whatever he goes by is JUST NOT PRESIDENTIAL MATERIAL.
Dallas, Tx - How dare you! I don't treat blacks any different than anyone else! Do not use your racist views on me.
Hate is hate. I love Ted Williams but he has it all wrong. BO can't pretend his own race doesn't preach hate and he sits there, in the pews. PEW! That's terrible. We need healing, not hate.
I loved you Senator Obama, but right is right, but you can't make a wrong "Wright." That's not Christianity, not at all.
P.S. My church never, EVER pointed out another race's short comings nor blamed. Never. That is where Mr. Williams and BO has it all wrong.
We women need to take the stand now and put Hillary Clinton in as our president. She or Bill have done nothing to we as americans. Any of the private things of their lives doesn't affect me. That will be between them and the Lord. We had one Clinton to put us in good shape in America and now we are all probably in the worse shape ever. They are both very smart and
know what it takes to get this country back in order if it isn't too late.
We women run our homes and do most of the raising of the children. Most men couldn't make a day without women. We are strong. So let a woman in and realize she couldn't be any worse then what we had in the last 8 years.
As the Inclusive President of the United States of America
Obama's first order of business would be to invite Osama bin Muhammad bin 'Awad bin Laden (Arabic: أسامة بن محمد بن عوض بن لادن; Louis Farrakhan, Castro Ruz, Hugo Chavez, Mahmud Ahmadinejad and most other radical world leaders to the White House.
Barack Obama CANNOT be trusted!
Lets see....he wont salute the flag, pledge allegiance to it, denounce the rantings of a obvious (not just WHITE hater, but AMERICA) hater...yet he wants me to give him the go to sit in the highest seat on planet earth and defend the country and the flag he can not bring himself to salute?
And this is about race....HOW?
Prejudice aside,, the man may or may not have an issue with the white race...
but he has an issue with the red, white and blue and that's all the color I need to know on this one!
Hate is hate. I love Ted Williams but he has it all wrong. BO can't pretend his own race doesn't preach hate and he sits there, in the pews. PEW! That's terrible. We need healing, not hate.
I loved you Senator Obama, but right is right, but you can't make a wrong "Wright." That's not Christianity, not at all.
P.S. My church never, EVER pointed out another race's short comings nor blamed. Never. That is where Mr. Williams and BO has it all wrong.
To all the Pi_ _Ants out there - QUIT ATTACKING GRETA!!! Greta has more backbone than all the other news shows that are not reporting a very important story that will affect all of us and our futures. She reports - we decide.
It's not a race issue - if Colin Powell, a black man, the last time I looked -would have run for President, Colin WOULD HAVE WON. I would have even voted for him.
OBAMA, HUSSEIN BARACK, whatever he goes by is JUST NOT PRESIDENTIAL MATERIAL.
#282 Alfred Neuman - Your also an idiot. golly gee wiz - Its nice of you to be so into yourself to correct our spelling. Gosh your just suck a nut gie! OR MAYBE A GIRLY MAN! I take that back, your not an idiot . You are a MORON
I don't want a man as my president that has a minister that he respects and loves, who he considers to be like family, who he gave thousands of dollars to support himm for over 20 years .. that turns out to be a racist and hates America.
Would you vote for a person who admitted to having a minister that he respects and loves, is mentored by, financially supports and considers him to be like family for over 20 years...if this person was also the head of the KKK ? Same thing no difference!
The only difference I see is that if it were reverse and it was a white candidate..he would have been disqualified from race by now. And All would agree with doing so...both blacks, whites , liberals , conservatives, etc.
But because it is Mr. Obama, and he is a black person, we somehow feel the need to pussy foot around him! Why? Why hasn't he been disqualified? Trent Lott was GONE instatantly for a stupid comment and this guy has 20 YEARS behind his belt of supporting an American hating racist and we sit here debating the issue???!!!
DOUBLE STANDARD....its beyond a double standard!
My first impression of Barak was that he was like a big bag of cotton candy at the fair. We're all tempted to buy it. Oh, it looks sooooo good tear off a chunk and put it in our mouth and how delighted our palette is for a split second...then it all melts away.... nothing sustaining, no nutrition, no lasting significance. But oh how good he looked, how good he sounded but really no substance. And now that he has a lack of moral conviction to stand up against hate and intolerance. The lasting taste in his supporters mouth must be sour like fake sugar.... Even the moments pleasure of a sweet taste turns to a sour after taste....
Better to see the light now then to have been one duped to vote him in the White House. Like Barack had the choice to get himself and his family out of a church like that we the people have the choice to keep the likes of a Barack out of our the people's White House!!! I have no problem with a black man in the White House it's just that he is the wrong black man and that's too bad. Maybe next time!!!
Michelle is also the wrong first lady, can you imagine someone who has nothing to be proud of about their country being expected to represent our country around the world and to greet world leaders to the White House??? She'd have more in common with our sworn enemies then our allies. Scary thought!!!!
By the way, I can't imagine what JESUS Pastor Wright could have shared with Barack. My Jesus loves all and requries us to love our enemies and to do good to those who dispitefully use us. I don't believe that the Jesus quoted in the Holy Bible would be welcomed in Pastor's Wright 's church. He'd be called an Uncle Tom and run out because hate and darkness can't stand the light of the real love that Jesus preached about.
Finally, We have had the privilege to have had the same pastor for 22 years and he preaches the Word of God and never has had to be ashamed of what he has shared in the pulpit. Contrary to what Barack stated in his speech. No sir if a pastor teaches God's word he need not be ashamed. If our pastor ever strayed from the truth within God's word we would have confronted him and if necessary pulled our membership.
I am totally appalled and so afraid for our country, that we have a presidential candidate that has a 20 year close relationship with such a anti-American person who has been Obama's spiritual leader and that he attended the church where Jeremiah Wright was the leader! Oh my gosh, if my pastor had uttered anything CLOSE to what Wright said he would be fired on the spot and not allowed to lead a congregation anywhere! These are not comments a man of God would be saying to a group of followers of Jesus Christ! To teach such a hatred of others and derogatory comments in the year 2008 and to use the house of God to preach those things, it is sounding too similar to hatred of infedels taught at a terroist camp! And to think that Obama made the statement today (3/18) that he will not and cannot, disown the man who made the statements! What am i to think of a presidential candidate who would not disown this man after witnessing what Wright has said? I am almost sixty years old and lived through the civil rights movement in the sixties, and I have never heard such shear hatred for the caucasin race, or such hateful and harmful language about our beloved country, especially under the umbrella of a house of God! The same God that loves all his children, red, yellow, black or white! It is true, those tapes with the comments Wright said, cannot be denied, it was him speaking, and am I to believe that this was just a few isolated times or "soundbites" that Wright expressed these opinions? I am sure that Wright and the church has done many wonderful things for the Chicago area and it's people, but those accomplishments are not what is at stake here. To say that these comments were "just soundbites" is to try to make a fool out of anyone who heard what Wright said! I have my precious son serving in our military and sacrificing five years of his young life, to protect our country, and I will not, and cannot condone a man who would have any relationship or association with Jeremiah Wright.
Before I wanted Barack to be the VP because I felt with experience he would become a great president. However, a few weeks ago I started to watch fox because I was sick of the obvious bias of the other networks. It is very clear cut that Obama is a closet racist. There is no way this guy should become president.
I am latina, and I have to admit that since I came to this country I have faced much racism and not so much from white people, but very much by black. Black people are very racist and they feel it's ok to be. I have no idea why.
how can we beleave anything he says now he lied from jump start. and now wants us to trust what he says now and to run the united states. oh just what we need running our country**** a lier. he should have confessed from the the start of all this . how can you want to follow a man such as a rev like that ** thats just what i would want my kids to be raised around keep your self and your kids in that church you love so much and ruel there world not ours
Obama had a choice: keep his relationship with his pastor or the White House, he chose the pastor.
I AGREE WITH KATHY(PREVIOUS WRITER) THAT THIS MAN HAS BEEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF THE REV. WRIGHT , WHO IS OBVIOUSLY ANTI AMERICAN .. HE IS AN ACCOMPLISHED SPEAKER, BUT THE CONTENT IS FAKE..........WE MUST NOT ALLOW HIM TO BE THE LEADER OF THIS GREAT LAND.........WE SHOULD BE ASKING FOR GODS GUIDANCE AND BLESSING ON AMERICA.............THANK YOU FOR TAKING MY COMMENTS
First, the issue surrounding Senator Obama and Rev. Wright only shows that politics and religion do not mix. The fire and brim stone sermons that challenge the human conscience and deal with the gospel have no place in politics. When did preaching become popular speech? If you cannot depend on God's messengers to truthfully say "America your actions are out of step with the Gospel", then "Who do they serve Man or God? . This was a wake up call for religious leaders. There is no solidarity amongst the religious community and no sense of purpose. Religious consciousness should trump race and politics any day. Religious leaders are pandering to political leaders and groups.
Secondly, whether you are black or white we are accountable what America does in the name of "american interests" that allows us enjoy our freedoms.
I was beginning to believe in him and his "seemingly' attempt to be open and honest.
His speach was defensive and I think he was being typically political and dishyonest. I feel sad for blacks that this is cratering.
I will not vote for him.
He is a manipulator and I believe his wife is cynical and perhaps raqcially bigotted.
If Obama didn't agree with this so called preacher, he wouldn't have spent 20 years in his church.
ONE OF OBAMA'S SUPPORTER'S PRESENT AT HIS SPEECH TODAY SAID:
"WHAT PREACHCER HASN'T GONE TO BED ON SUNDAY NIGHT AND
SAID TO HIMSELF, WHY DID I SAY THAT?" I'VE BEEN PREACHING SINCE
1969 AND I'VE N-E-V-E-R GONE TO BED AND SAID THAT BECAUSE I
STICK TO THE GOSPEL IN CHURCH AND NOT HATRED, MASKED IN
RACISM! IT'S REALLY EASY IF YOU'RE CALLED BY GOD TO THE G-O-S-P-E-L
MINISTRY!!!
I see a lot of viewers saw the speech, but not many took the time to grasp the message. Maybe it was too deep for some. Here are the key points here. They are as follows: Love, Unity, Forgiveness, Perfection
These are the ingredients we will need to eliminate the problems we have around the world, not only the United States with racism. It is bred with anger, distrust, resentment and hate. Now, as Barack has stated, what will we do as US citizens to perfect our union? With his background and advocacy experience I could not think of a better leader to see our great country through these issues. Change in our mind set and attitudes will also be required for us to become a perfected union. I think he provided background information pertaining to the African-America life in the past generations and his plans for his own direction in which he intends to lead America in todays generation. I in no way agree with Rev. Wright's sermon delivery in the press edited snips. I would not continue to attend his church, but the point is Rev. Wright is not running for President of the United States. We are waisting too much time on trying to get press show ratings, instead of dealing with the real issues of healthcare, education, economy and employment. It seems like the old divide and conquer routine.
Thank you, Oprah, for your very impressive recommendation. Now that we see what is really behind Obama, we see nothing but rhetoric and lies.
I guess no one wants to confront pastor wright about continually talking about slavery.As I recall from my history It was free white men of the Union Army that died by the hundreds of thousands in order to secure freedom for those slaves after the Civil war between the states.Some of those men and women who died to free the slaves must be rolling in their graves because they still can not get even the smallest bit of thanks for giving their lives to free the black man.A republican President did that. A democratic president presided over WW11,and A democrat President Harry S Truman Dropped the Bombs on hiroshima and nagasaki.Both Parties have had their wars,but history is supposed to teach us something,we have came along way in our short history as A nation,and we have made mistakes along the way,but Barack Obama just made the biggest mistake in his life by not resigning his membership from his church After denouncing his pastor,If he would have done that I would then be able to believe that he had no idea that his pastor was an extemely radical rascist,and I would still want to vote for him but no more.Not now2
The country is in a state, the dollar is not even worth trading on the street in Asia anymore, the US going into Iraq and Afghanistan has generated breeding grounds for more terrorism and who are we putting in there to fix the problem, whatever about our domestic issues?
McCain?? The man who claims to know NOTHING about the economy
Obama??? Now discovered to be part of a racial cult, a coward and a complete liar
or Hillary? who seems to be the only one concentrating and sincerely worried about the issues of the country, and has only of late been tarnished because of "charming" (unnervingly so) Obama and his BS speeches that seem to lead nowhere?
In these days of drastic uncertainty, we need a CERTAIN leader who is CERTAIN about the issues facing this country TODAY, if we take care of today, tomorrow will look after itself. Please we dont have time to fight a 4-yr or 8-yr racial battle and cannot afford to have a president ignorant in economic affairs try to bring the country out of recession.
IF YOU WERE SICK YOU WOULD WANT THE BEST PHYSICIAN AVAILABLE
This country is sick! and it needs the best, most experienced and most trustworthy and COMPETENT PRESIDENT-BRING IT ON HILLARY-GOD KNOWS WE NEED YOU. Jack Age:25
Obama go with wright.I will vote MCcain.
The country is in a state, the dollar is not even worth trading on the street in Asia anymore, the US going into Iraq and Afghanistan has generated breeding grounds for more terrorism and who are we putting in there to fix the problem, whatever about our domestic issues?
McCain?? The man who claims to know NOTHING about the economy
Obama??? Now discovered to be part of a racial cult, a coward and a complete liar
or Hillary? who seems to be the only one concentrating and sincerely worried about the issues of the country, and has only of late been tarnished because of "charming" (unnervingly so) Obama and his BS speeches that seem to lead nowhere?
In these days of drastic uncertainty, we need a CERTAIN leader who is CERTAIN about the issues facing this country TODAY, if we take care of today, tomorrow will look after itself. Please we dont have time to fight a 4-yr or 8-yr racial battle and cannot afford to have a president ignorant in economic affairs try to bring the country out of recession.
IF YOU WERE SICK YOU WOULD WANT THE BEST PHYSICIAN AVAILABLE
This country is sick! and it needs the best, most experienced and most trustworthy and COMPETENT PRESIDENT-BRING IT ON HILLARY-GOD KNOWS WE NEED YOU. Jack Age:25
I strongly believe Barrack Obama is showing his true self more and more - nothing more than a self-serving, dirty, hypocritical, lying politician. This speech is nothing more than a political tactic because he had no other choice. I find it very interesting that he is constantly accusing Clinton of "hiding things" and not telling the truth; yet. . . with regard to not telling the truth, just a few days ago he denied he heard any controversial comments while sitting in the congregation and then in his speech he claims he did. With regard to "hiding things", why did it take him so long to address this serious issue? And what about that Judgment he keeps trying to convince us that he has? I say he has showed poor judgment on several occasions. So, he needs to put that argument to rest because it won't do him any good any more. Further, I have learned throughout my lifetime that when someone is so overly accusatory of others about certain misbehaviors, then they are usually very guilty of those same misbehaviors. A very recent example is the "squeaky clean" NY Gov. who went to great lengths to catch others of the same misbehaviors that he was caught doing. Although Barrack Obama is very capable of making eloquent speeches, I do not believe anything he says. He is NO uniter or change agent and is no different than any other politicians that he so very critical of, EXCEPT he is worse because he tries to hide in sheep's cloth disguised as "new and hopeful politics". I can NOT and will NOT support or vote for Barrack Obama.
The country is in a state, the dollar is not even worth trading on the street in Asia anymore, the US going into Iraq and Afghanistan has generated breeding grounds for more terrorism and who are we putting in there to fix the problem, whatever about our domestic issues?
McCain?? The man who claims to know NOTHING about the economy
Obama??? Now discovered to be part of a racial cult, a coward and a complete liar
or Hillary? who seems to be the only one concentrating and sincerely worried about the issues of the country, and has only of late been tarnished because of "charming" (unnervingly so) Obama and his BS speeches that seem to lead nowhere?
In these days of drastic uncertainty, we need a CERTAIN leader who is CERTAIN about the issues facing this country TODAY, if we take care of today, tomorrow will look after itself. Please we dont have time to fight a 4-yr or 8-yr racial battle and cannot afford to have a president ignorant in economic affairs try to bring the country out of recession.
IF YOU WERE SICK YOU WOULD WANT THE BEST PHYSICIAN AVAILABLE
This country is sick! and it needs the best, most experienced and most trustworthy and COMPETENT PRESIDENT-BRING IT ON HILLARY-GOD KNOWS WE NEED YOU. Jack Age:25
The country is in a state, the dollar is not even worth trading on the street in Asia anymore, the US going into Iraq and Afghanistan has generated breeding grounds for more terrorism and who are we putting in there to fix the problem, whatever about our domestic issues?
McCain?? The man who claims to know NOTHING about the economy
Obama??? Now discovered to be part of a racial cult, a coward and a complete liar
or Hillary? who seems to be the only one concentrating and sincerely worried about the issues of the country, and has only of late been tarnished because of "charming" (unnervingly so) Obama and his BS speeches that seem to lead nowhere?
In these days of drastic uncertainty, we need a CERTAIN leader who is CERTAIN about the issues facing this country TODAY, if we take care of today, tomorrow will look after itself. Please we dont have time to fight a 4-yr or 8-yr racial battle and cannot afford to have a president ignorant in economic affairs try to bring the country out of recession.
IF YOU WERE SICK YOU WOULD WANT THE BEST PHYSICIAN AVAILABLE
This country is sick! and it needs the best, most experienced and most trustworthy and COMPETENT PRESIDENT-BRING IT ON HILLARY-GOD KNOWS WE NEED YOU. Jack Age:25
It is really hard to believe that after 20 years Obama didn't know what Wright was preaching.Apparently he supports this man or he would have left this church a long time ago.Most people would have issues with a Pastor who preached this message of hate.This "spiritual advisor"should check his Bible and see what Jesus taught mainly love and forgiveness.I would never trust Obama after this.
You can only get away with "I never heard these statements" if you name is Bill Clinton. Nice try Barrack but America is a little smarter than that. Now lets get focused on the only candidate who can realy bring a change to America...a true American who has always been proud of his country...John McCain
The country is in a state, the dollar is not even worth trading on the street in Asia anymore, the US going into Iraq and Afghanistan has generated breeding grounds for more terrorism and who are we putting in there to fix the problem, whatever about our domestic issues?
McCain?? The man who claims to know NOTHING about the economy
Obama??? Now discovered to be part of a racial cult, a coward and a complete liar
or Hillary? who seems to be the only one concentrating and sincerely worried about the issues of the country, and has only of late been tarnished because of "charming" (unnervingly so) Obama and his BS speeches that seem to lead nowhere?
In these days of drastic uncertainty, we need a CERTAIN leader who is CERTAIN about the issues facing this country TODAY, if we take care of today, tomorrow will look after itself. Please we dont have time to fight a 4-yr or 8-yr racial battle and cannot afford to have a president ignorant in economic affairs try to bring the country out of recession.
IF YOU WERE SICK YOU WOULD WANT THE BEST PHYSICIAN AVAILABLE
This country is sick! and it needs the best, most experienced and most trustworthy and COMPETENT PRESIDENT-BRING IT ON HILLARY-GOD KNOWS WE NEED YOU. Jack Age:25
I strongly believe Barrack Obama is showing his true self more and more - nothing more than a self-serving, dirty, hypocritical, lying politician. This speech is nothing more than a political tactic because he had no other choice. I find it very interesting that he is constantly accusing Clinton of "hiding things" and not telling the truth; yet. . . with regard to not telling the truth, just a few days ago he denied he heard any controversial comments while sitting in the congregation and then in his speech he claims he did. With regard to "hiding things", why did it take him so long to address this serious issue? And what about that Judgment he keeps trying to convince us that he has? I say he has showed poor judgment on several occasions. So, he needs to put that argument to rest because it won't do him any good any more. Further, I have learned throughout my lifetime that when someone is so overly accusatory of others about certain misbehaviors, then they are usually very guilty of those same misbehaviors. A very recent example is the "squeaky clean" NY Gov. who went to great lengths to catch others of the same misbehaviors that he was caught doing. Although Barrack Obama is very capable of making eloquent speeches, I do not believe anything he says. He is NO uniter or change agent and is no different than any other politicians that he so very critical of, EXCEPT he is worse because he tries to hide in sheep's cloth disguised as "new and hopeful politics". I can NOT and will NOT support or vote for Barrack Obama.
Comment by Daniel Harris
March 18th, 2008 at 10:54 pm
With regards to Senator Obama, I have heard comments of quotes in his book referring to his pastor. Is the Senator a person who believes in the pastor’s message? Or did he just continue to attend the church and make this pastor a part of his family based on the fact that he did not agree. Character is the question and I believe the American people have not heard the truth as of yet. Does Senator Obama truly hold the same beliefs deep inside? You have a choice on the church you attend, and if those core beliefs do not concur with your own, then how do you continue supporting a church and a pastor of that church for 20 years? If the quotes are true in his book that he wrote, how can he deny the belief on his own accord? Many questions are not answered, and I feel as if the “root” of the issue is being skewed.
Barack Obama continues to exemplify integrity. His mission is to unite this country and he has my vote!
Are you people serious? I feel like I'm watching a bogus celebrity tabloid when i turn on the TV. Think of your best friend that you've known for years. Now, think of a flaw of theirs. Ok, now are you still their friend? Yes you are. Ok, now shut up. Don't judge people on their friend's flaw. You aren't so don't do it to others. Worry about issues that worth worrying about rather than this pointless crap.
The country is in a state, the dollar is not even worth trading on the street in Asia anymore, the US going into Iraq and Afghanistan has generated breeding grounds for more terrorism and who are we putting in there to fix the problem, whatever about our domestic issues?
McCain?? The man who claims to know NOTHING about the economy
Obama??? Now discovered to be part of a racial cult, a coward and a complete liar
or Hillary? who seems to be the only one concentrating and sincerely worried about the issues of the country, and has only of late been tarnished because of "charming" (unnervingly so) Obama and his BS speeches that seem to lead nowhere?
In these days of drastic uncertainty, we need a CERTAIN leader who is CERTAIN about the issues facing this country TODAY, if we take care of today, tomorrow will look after itself. Please we dont have time to fight a 4-yr or 8-yr racial battle and cannot afford to have a president ignorant in economic affairs try to bring the country out of recession.
IF YOU WERE SICK YOU WOULD WANT THE BEST PHYSICIAN AVAILABLE
This country is sick! and it needs the best, most experienced and most trustworthy and COMPETENT PRESIDENT-BRING IT ON HILLARY-GOD KNOWS WE NEED YOU. Jack Age:25
WHERE'S OPRAH??? WHY ISN'T SHE DEFENDING DR. WRIGHT? I USE TO WATCH OPRAH, NOT ANYMORE. SHE HAS NO CREDIBILITY EITHER!!!!
Lets get real. If you take the time to go to church you are going to go and be a part of a church that reflects you and your beliefs. If everyone doesn't see this then we may need to rethink David Karish, Jim Jones and other extereme relgious groups.
For the past 18 years I have listened to black pastors on television & radio and never heard anything like Mr. Wright. These pastor have taught unity and acceptance. I have visited one of the churches and as a white female felt extremly welcome. I don't think I would feel that way at Mr. Obama's church.
I find it interesting that when "Corrine" posts a well worded comment on Obama's speach, and even states that she was an Alan Keyes supporter that an "Obama supporter" immediately throws out the RACE card.
Rev Wright's sermons were not so much "racist" as just un-American and full of hate and misinformation. The USA is a noble country and can not be remotely compared to the Islamist extremists that attacked us on Sept 11th. We, as a country, did shed tears for the Japanese people when the bombs were dropped in WWII, a war that we did not start by the way. I do not believe that the USA developed the Aids virus to wipe out minorities.
I think these statements, made by Rev Wright, are what deeply concerns Americans. I am very disappointed that Obama sat in his church for 20 years and listened to this nonsense.
Comment by Daniel Harris
March 18th, 2008 at 10:54 pm
With regards to Senator Obama, I have heard comments of quotes in his book referring to his pastor. Is the Senator a person who believes in the pastor’s message? Or did he just continue to attend the church and make this pastor a part of his family based on the fact that he did not agree. Character is the question and I believe the American people have not heard the truth as of yet. Does Senator Obama truly hold the same beliefs deep inside? You have a choice on the church you attend, and if those core beliefs do not concur with your own, then how do you continue supporting a church and a pastor of that church for 20 years? If the quotes are true in his book that he wrote, how can he deny the belief on his own accord? Many questions are not answered, and I feel as if the “root” of the issue is being skewed.
I have been a member of a Black church for about a year and had to leave. I am white and all I heard is anger and how we "came up the rough side of the mountain" from the pulpit. I am a born again christian and heard precious little about the love of Jesus, faith or the word of God preached. Many useless programs to look good and you had to work hard for the church and be obedient and submissive to the pastor. Thank God I can think for myself and left. Too much of a hard social gospel and I am not surprised that Obama stayed, because he liked what he heard. I thought maybe he was different but now see that he is just another politician that is well spoken. Jesus said to let no man deceive you. PRAY FOR AMERICA
#674, you are not a conservative republican! Obama stands for big government and major control of our lives. Get real. I never was fooled by this man who slithered into the public arena with lies upon lies. Where did he come from and what has he done other than get the support of the wealthy black woman Oprah. I wouldn't vote for her either.
Comment by Daniel Harris
March 18th, 2008 at 10:54 pm
With regards to Senator Obama, I have heard comments of quotes in his book referring to his pastor. Is the Senator a person who believes in the pastor’s message? Or did he just continue to attend the church and make this pastor a part of his family based on the fact that he did not agree. Character is the question and I believe the American people have not heard the truth as of yet. Does Senator Obama truly hold the same beliefs deep inside? You have a choice on the church you attend, and if those core beliefs do not concur with your own, then how do you continue supporting a church and a pastor of that church for 20 years? If the quotes are true in his book that he wrote, how can he deny the belief on his own accord? Many questions are not answered, and I feel as if the “root” of the issue is being skewed.
First, the issue surrounding Senator Obama and Rev. Wright only shows that politics and religion do not mix. The fire and brim stone sermons that challenge the human conscience and deal with the gospel have no place in politics. When did preaching become popular speech? If you cannot depend on God's messengers to truthfully say "America your actions are out of step with the Gospel", then "Who do they serve Man or God? . This was a wake up call for religious leaders. There is no solidarity amongst the religious community and no sense of purpose. Religious consciousness should trump race and politics any day. Religious leaders are pandering to political leaders and groups.
Secondly, whether you are black or white we are accountable what America does in the name of "american interests" that allows us enjoy our freedoms.
Imagine President and Mrs. Barak Obama's bosom buddy Jeremiah Wright hanging out in the White House!!! What a horrible thought!!! Wright does not deserve to step one foot in that sacred place, but I'm afraid that's what we would see if Senator Obama were to win the election. The White House, in particular the Oval Office, has been violated enough in the recent past!!!
I THINK OBAMA SHOULD STEP DOWN NOT ONLY FROM THE PRESIDENTIAL RACE BUT ALSO THE SENATE! This is really getting scary & I hope people are finally starting to wise up. OUR UNITED STATES WILL HAVE SERIOUS PROBLEMS IN THE MONTHS TO COME IF CHANGE DOE NOT HAPPEN! Step Down Obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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By: Randy | Mar 18, 22:47
I thank Jeremiah Wright for allowing me to see, first hand, the way Mr. Obama responds to a crisis. His decision to confront this matter, and the manner in which he did so, reminded me of the leadership acumen displayed by President Reagan in 1980 when he remained true to his word and fired the striking PATCO controllers. I am white, 53, a business owner and a lifelong Republican... but I am an American first. As I watched the speech today, I realize that Mr. Obama represents, with incredible decorum, everything best, bright and right for our country at this point in our history. This morning I learned everything I needed to know to vote for the man. Randy from Peoria.
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You hit the nail in the head.
Reasoning as such is why I love this country. Those who are willing to make sound judgment based on the fact. I supported Bush in ’04 and supported our current Governor, Crist. No, I am neither a democrat nor a republican; I have never been politically affiliated, but now I know whom I am voting for.
In my opinion, presidential candidate Barack Obama did not do enough in his speach today to distance himself from the controversial comments delivered by Reverend Wright during his sermons in church. While Reverend Wright conveys his very passionnate and personal feelings about the ongoing issues with race relations in our country, we need to continue to work in a positive way to improve these relations. Yes, we need to remember the unforgiveable hainus acts against our fellow citizens brought on by previous discremination, and need to forgive and bring unity to this great nation by bringing all people together. I am glad that the race issue is being discussed again. We need to address it. The "race" card shouldn't be a political card to play. It's finally time to work together as a unified society of American citizens. The Reverend Wright's comments are extreme, for sure. And allowing him to condemn the progress we have made in race relations in such provocative language is inexcusable. While progress in race relations may not be moving quickly enough for him, it is still moving forward. Yes, it is painful for those of his generation that have suffered so greatly in the past, but he should not impede future generations to learn from the past, appreciate it and adjust. In other words, you've got to finally let go of past grievances, as painful as those can be. And that concession is not easy to realize. Never forget about past injustices to all of our miniorty citizens, and learn to never let it happen again. Given that, we need to move on together as a nation to grow for the better.
I THINK OBAMA SHOULD STEP DOWN NOT ONLY FROM THE PRESIDENTIAL RACE BUT ALSO THE SENATE! This is really getting scary & I hope people are finally starting to wise up. OUR UNITED STATES WILL HAVE SERIOUS PROBLEMS IN THE MONTHS TO COME IF CHANGE DOE NOT HAPPEN! Step Down Obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By the way, I can and HAVE gotten up and walked out of my then-church (no longer) for comments that I cringed under, knowing my kids were hearing the messages, for bringing a very unforgiving right=leaning sermon and comments that alluded that we were doomed, since a newly elected senate and house, and especially speaker of the house, were now democrat controlled.
He certainly SHOULD have left that "church"
WHERE'S OPRAH??? WHY ISN'T SHE DEFENDING DR. WRIGHT? I USE TO WATCH OPRAH, NOT ANYMORE. SHE HAS NO CREDIBILITY EITHER!!!!
Did anyone hear about the Saturday Night Live show where they had to "get Obama a pillow"...SNL was referencing how easy the media has been on Obama, specifically during the debates. Now, with this mess, it looks like Obama will "use that same pillow to suffocate his run for presidency." :)
Greta, please remind the viewers that this is NOT just a race issue...it is about anti-American issues also. Our president MUST, WITHOUT DOUBT love and support America.
A president must be able to discern/judge situations to not only make the correct decisions for us as a nation but also but also he/she must be able to say "NO" to those he needs to say no to. Obama has NOT been able to do this. He waited until now to "distance himself" yet he remains "in bed with the enemy."
He is a liar...saying days ago that he did not "know" of any of the pastor's comments/views then he states in his speech tonight that he "was aware" of the pastor's views. LIAR!!! What else are you hiding, Obama??
His speech was VERY ELOQUENT...he is a GREAT SPEAKER, VERY CHARISMATIC, PERSUASIVE but....
....smooth speech does not and cannot disguise deception. He cannot be trusted!! We need you guys at Fox and other networks to continue to reveal the truth!!!!!!!! I love how you handled the "lying" part tonight. You simply showed Obama in his interview with Major stating that he did not "know" of the pastor's views. Then you read from, played the portion from his speech today where he said just the opposite.
The FACTS SPEAK...Obama's SPEECH is eloquent deception.
Keep us informed and PLEASE DO NOT DROP THIS STORY!!! Keep investigating ... we know there must be more to Obama yet that we have not heard...PLEASE KEEP INVESTIGATING!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks Greta, Thanks Fox!!!
SKey
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I SUPPORT OBAMA. WHY HASN'T HILLARY PRODUCED HER TAX RETURNS YET? WHAT IS SHE HIDING?
I find it interesting that when "Corrine" posts a well worded comment on Obama's speech, and even states that she was an Alan Keyes supporter that an "Obama supporter" immediately throws out the RACE card.
Rev Wright's sermons were not so much "racist" as just un-American and full of hate and misinformation. The USA is a noble country and can not be remotely compared to the Islamist extremists that attacked us on Sept 11th. We, as a country, did shed tears for the Japanese people when the bombs were dropped in WWII, a war that we did not start by the way. I do not believe that the USA developed the Aids virus to wipe out minorities.
I think these statements, made by Rev Wright, are what deeply concerns Americans. I am very disappointed that Obama sat in his church for 20 years and listened to this nonsense.
Senator Obama lied. Plain and simple. He lied when this first came out and he lied today during his speech. How can someone, anyone, after twenty years, attend this nutty pastors' sermons, and not know what is truely in his heart when it comes to the US government. It is time for the American citizenz who truely love this country to wake up and smell the coffee!!!!!!!!! Obama should resign as a Senator.
I'm a black female Captain in the U.S. Army. I have served for over 20 years and I love my country...I wouldn't want to live anywhere else in the world.
Obama and his links to Rev. Wright/Rezco is bad judgement....and blacks need to own up to it and STOP making excuses for Obama & Wright.
Before this story broke, I spoke to my 14 & 12 year old daughters about not hanging around those who have a bad reputation or continuously do negative things, because others will believe they are the same way....Obama should have had the intelligence to also know this by now!
Wright should NEVER use the pulpit to voice political rhetoric...regardless if they are true or not. The pulpit is ONLY for God's word.
I distastefully saw people...mostly young....crying, worshipping, and idolizing Obama at his rallies...calling him the Messiah. In my gut I saw trouble coming because of this.
The ONLY Messiah is Jesus Christ. When Obama didn't ask these young people to tone it down, and when he himself rellished from being in the spotlight....he lost my vote. NO ONE puts him/herself on a pedestal acting as if they are Jesus Christ...ONLY Jesus Christ can do that. And why on earth would a Christian preacher (Wright) give a lifetime achievement award to a Muslim......Farrakhan???? As a Christian, this is very suspicious to me.
Futhermore, I also blame white college kids who are Obama's core supporters. They also spew hate all over the Internet in defense of Obama 24/7. They blindfully supported Obama WITHOUT researching his platform....then alot of other whites followed suit.
bottom line....Obama needs to withdraw from the presidential race and the people of Illinois can deal with him and his Senate seat.
Every candidate/man of God....including Obama and Wright, need to be held to the same standard...regardless of the color of their skin.
If Obama was a white candidate....lets say Hillary Clinton and Wright was a white preacher....they would be fried by the media, black politicians and me....and rightfully so!
I have been saying to family & friends for a year that Obama wasn't ready YET to be President...maybe in 8 years or a Governorship FIRST. Remember, you never want to set a person up for failure.
As a Captain in the Army, my superiors would never put me in a position that I wasn't trained/ready for. The same should be the standard for the office of the Presidency.
Experience for Obama is just NOT there yet. However, Obama's chances of holding a political office in the future is gone...probably forever.
Some are right, I don't understand the Black church, On one hand I admire the way they worship the Lord with such compassion, but that is when they worship. When I go to church I go on bended knee and ask for forgiveness for my thoughts, actions, and words, not to take the Lords name in vein and say such words of hate. I thought Sen. Obama was of Change, that he is the one who can bring all people together. Talk about a racist. What is even scarier, Rev. Wright could even end up in the White House as part of Sen. Obama's cabinet.
I never trusted Obama and he's confirming my first impression. Clinton cannot be trusted either. The Democrats only want to increase our taxes; with the cost of loving raising so drastically, how much money would be left to live on? Everyone is telling us what we already know; the problems, but nobody is providing a solution. They are saying what they are going to change, but how are they going to make that change? I think the only person that has a chance of getting this country even close to back on track is McCain. He has more experience than either Obama or Clinton and is more trustworthy...
The Grim Reaper will be looking for Mr. Barack Hussein Obama for trying to play everyone for fools. Obama has been running based on judgement, but is now been proven a untrustworthy person, he has been linked to the racist rev. Wright, Louis Faracon, a convicted bomber and he even got caught lieing about NAFTA, What Next?
I have read many statements in here and I am glad to see everyone is not fooled by Obama (a lieing politician). It's time for the super delegates to swing over to Hillary!
Now I see why blacks feel like they do, they've been brain washed to think their white brothers and sister are out to get them. Guess I would to, if my spiritual leader/mentor taught about hatred.
I agree with #95's message
Now I see why blacks feel like they do, they've been brain washed to think their white brothers and sister are out to get them. Guess I would to, if my spiritual leader/mentor taught about hatred.
I agree with #95's message
I'm 60 years old and WHITE.
The churches I've attended all my life have never, EVER pointed out another race's short comings Never. That is where Mr. Williams and Barack Obama has it all wrong. From what I've seen and heard concerning BO's church and his pastor is that those blacks seem to hate whites folks and he wants to be President! I think NOT! They all were clapping and affirming his message!
#260 said it correctly. Obama disrespects his own family and I believe he has been tainted by the church and he has not been able to accept the fact that he is biracial.
I'm also concerned from many bloggers on different sites who are from Chicago who have expressed concerned that Obama is not to be trusted.
If you call a dog's tail a leg, how many legs does the dog have? Four. Just because you call it a leg does not mean it is one. Abraham Lincoln
# 30. If one person calls you a jack ass you may not be one.
If Most people call you a jackass... you may want to look behind yourself to see if you have a tail
# 34. Nothing racist?? get your hearing checked... At least we can see the trees......
# 36. Are white people not persons of color as well ????
I try to watch all the news channels, cable and network, and also read newspapers as well as internet news, and I did so today after seeing Obama's speech. I have to say that FOX had by far the most negative coverage. Never was a positive word said without an interruption or a quick, negative follow up question. While I know that all of the cable news networks tend to thrive on conflict (it is all about ratings and money, after all), the effort to keep that conflict going is much more obvious on FOX. So is the right wing bias.
But what I didn't realize, until I read the posts here tonight, is how filled with anger and hatred so many FOX viewers apparently are. Makes me wonder which came first, the chicken or the egg.... do these viewers believe that "fair and balanced" baloney and adjust their beliefs accordingly, or does FOX just pander to people who already hold such radical, unhealthy, and distorted ideas? Please, people, expand your news sources. Studies show that cable is the worst source of actual news. There's a whole other world out there, and if we all just paid a little more attention maybe we really could get beyond all these overblown, sometimes even totally contrived, "issues".
If we are going to choose our president based on race, or what their pastor said, or what his middle name is, then maybe we deserve what we get.
Hello America,
On Friday, Barack Obama said that he was not in the pews of the church when the Rev. Wright remarks that have been so widely broadcast were first uttered. Today, Obama said that he has been in the pews to hear controversial remarks that he did not agree with.But this does not contridicted his statement on Friday. He said that he heard contreversial language from the reverend before, but hadn't heard these specific excerpts until after he had decided to run for President. This is a fact that the talking heads will not tell you. America, you can think for yourselves. Don't just fall in line behind Sean Hannity.
Ok Obama lovers. Vote for him and just hide and wait. IF he is elected, this country will be in complete turmoil. Please, put your hate aside and vote for what is right. Yes, I know that you want a black man in office but, he is not the right black man. How about Colin Powell? Now, there's a good vote for a black man.
Obama's candidacy has proved that white people would be happy to have a African-American president. That was evident by the amount of support he got across the board. Racism has not been an issue in Obama's campaign.
That is the good news.
On the converse, although Obama is generally a good speaker, he obfuscated the real issues in addressing his relationship with Wright. How can he expect us to believe that he didn't hear those sermons? That would be a stretch for any intelligent thinker. How could he allow his daughters to be lead my that hatemonger?
His speech was just damage control. But the damage has be done. The truth is out now. It concerns me greatly. Obama will not get my vote.
Greta, Shawn, Bill, Britt, and Neal are not biased right-wing news commentators, they tell it like it is. However, Wolf, Anderson, Katie, Brian, Keith Sloberman, Matthews, and all the other NBC, MSNbc, CBS, CNN, and CNBC people are left-wing tree huggers who lie to their own mommas. Now, on to the basketball game.
I am an undecided voter, however, I am now wondering what the content was of Obama's University lectures, (being a Civil Rights Lawyer too) and then 20 years of listening to such a slanted preaching that touched him so deeply to involve this preacher in many levels of his life.....
Bottom line: We cannot vote in a candidate who will choose to perpetuate the unprovoked invasion and occupation of Iraq. Unfortunately, all the white folk on this site are getting another dose of fear from the Fox Noise Network which will probably tip the scales just enough to elevate McCain to the presidency. God help us all...
When I heard Obama speak tonight, I paused my TiVo and screamed "LIAR LIAR PANTS ON FIRE" to my husband. I was surprised that I didn't see flames shooting out of Obama's butt. I thought I was the only one who thought that till I read the other posts here. There is no way that you can NOT "be aware" of Wright's feelings after hanging out with him for 20 year. And to Senator Obama..... my pastor has never said things that I so strongly disagree with, as you say you diagree with your pastor, and if my Pastor did, I would stop going to that church and associating with that many long BEFORE 20 YEARS passed. This man can not be our next President
2.By: Obama Supporter | Mar 18, 22:12
You are just another white racist Hillary Clinton supporter.
THIS PERSON MUST HAVE LISTENED TO ONE TO MANY OF THE REVEREND'S SERMONS........SOUNDS LIKE HIS TIRED RETORIC TO ME.
I watch this program and station every day, but after tonight I will never watch this Station again and will do my best to make sure I persuade as many other good American's as I can not to.
#460 Blah Blah - what the......... Typical of the country?? Maybe the man or woman who runs this beloved country of ours isn't important to you but it is to most of us. GROW UP OR GET OUT!
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT STATE EACH OF YOU ARE FROM IF YOU DONT MIND
LET ME PLEASE REMIND YALL THIS COMES DOWN TO THE CHARACTER OF THIS MAN. FORGET WHAT THE PASTOR SAID FOR A MOMENT- THIS IS A MAN WHO TOOK HIS 2 YOUNG CHILDREN (GIRLS) TO THIS CHURCH AND THEY HEARD A MAN OF GOD TALK ABOUT SOMEONES SEX LIFE AND THEN HUMP THE PULPIT. WHAT CHARACTER DOSE THIS SHOW? WOULD YOU LET YOUR CHILDREN OR GRANDCHILDREN SEE THIS? THAT SHOULD SHOW A LOT OF PEOPLE WHAT KIND OF CHARACTER HE AND MICHELLE HAVE. I DONT CARE WHAT COLOR YOU ARE.....
I glad to see a refreshing honesty. I'm a red-neck, most would be called a racist because of my white culture pride. But Obama has my vote, I think this finger pointing and thought police period in America is long past its time and I would be proud to have him as president.
WE CAN SAVE RACIAL PROBLEMS NOW BY DOING THIS!.....
If Obama steps down on his own accord, racial issues most likely will not be as bad. BUT...if he keeps going & people continue to turn on each other, we could really see some nasty times yet to come. I watched all the newschannels just to see what everyone's take on Obama was & was not surprised to see all the black support he got from the interviewees. So wake up people, WE SHOULD ALL BE CONCERNED...GET OBAMA OUT!!!!
Thank you #967
I am an educated woman and was raised and still live in a small town near
Charleston SC. I was taught as a child that God loves everyone regardless of their color or their station in life. I learned from my parents and also from my Southern Baptist Church that everyone regardless of race or station in life had opportunities and that they created their destiny. I am offended as I am sure many other Americans were that Senator Obama would not take responsinbility for his Pastor's words. The fact that Senator Obama has refused to end his relationship with such a vile and viscious person says to me that he subscribes to Rev. Wright's philosophies and that his relationship with the Pastor is more important than his relationship with the American people. As an American people and throughout our Experiment in Democracy, many unpleasant and unfortunate events have occurred. The Civil War was over nearly 150 years ago..The Civil Rights movement occurred nearly 50 years ago..How long must the hate continue? Surely, Senator Obama while sitting in the congregation,. must have recognized the hateful rhetoric and evil sarcasm of his pastor as just plain wrong-but obviously not because he still refuses to end his relationshiop with him. The hand of one is the hand of all. Obama is guilty by association and in my book, that makes him a racist.
When I heard Obama speak tonight, I paused my TiVo and screamed "LIAR LIAR PANTS ON FIRE" to my husband. I was surprised that I didn't see flames shooting out of Obama's butt. I thought I was the only one who thought that till I read the other posts here. There is no way that you can NOT "be aware" of Wright's feelings after hanging out with him for 20 year. And to Senator Obama..... my pastor has never said things that I so strongly disagree with, as you say you diagree with your pastor, and if my Pastor did, I would stop going to that church and associating with that many long BEFORE 20 YEARS passed. This man can not be our next President
Poor old Grandma tossed aside, with Grandma Ferraro and Grandma Clinton, and, gee....looks like a pattern here.
And Revererend Wright, and Louis Farrakhan, defended.
Gee....Looks like a pattern here.
Poor old white ladies seem to be getting the worst of it.
The Rev. Jeremiah Wright, Pastor of the Trinity United Church of Christ thinks he was “God Damning” America and “White People”, but Scripturally he was “God Damning” GOD for allowing the institution of Slavery to exist in the first place!
The Bible tells us that GOD establishes Kings and Kingdoms and allows mankind to carry out his WILL!
What Jeremiah Wright preaches is assuredly is part of his normal conversation.
Most assuredly he shared his personal views with Obama either in his living room or in Obama’s living room at Christmas Dinners.
RACE was interjected into this campaign by Obama and his Pastor!
Obama MUST NOT be elected President of the United States of America!
AIRBORNE 1969
Greta,
You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Rev.Wright says that Hilliary Clinton can't be president becasue she has never been called a "n" before, he hasn't ever been called one either you can't even tell his black until he opens his mouth.
obama is a lier his preacher is worse than adolph hitler causing a farther split between the races he should be tried for treason and deported he hates america so much send him to iraq or iran he should be at home there i dont want someone in the whit house with anti american feelings if obama were elected he would probally have this preacher as the whitehouse chapplin we dont need people like this person in america i am sure he could find a place with the insurgans ot telaban lets get him out of the country now i know why people hate blacks
Obama is a liar! Do I hear an Amen?
It really don't matter who we select to be our president all will come up short. I no longer look for hope from any man but put my trust in Jeovah God who has all the answers for mankind. So we can continue calling each other names and blaming each others for this imperfect system will put us all on the road to h--l. May God be with you people of this world.
Well I watched the speech today and the first thing I notice was all the American Flags, and I had to laugh give me a break. When he said racist needs unity and I said to myself, does one promote unity in a church with such racist remarks and he is aware of this for sometime time. (20 yrs.) Nice try Obama but no go here, don't trust you and I sure don't believe anything you say. Words come cheat and actions speak louder then words, and the action I saw in that church was against white people. If I have to vote for John McCain I will to keep you out of office. Your speech was smooth I'll give you that but not believeable. I invite everyone to check out www.tucc.org/about.htm this will give you an idea of what the 10 point vision of Trinty Church is about and folks it's not about the USA or white people.
Greta when you were talking to the black man, the one you said this bothers white people what the pastor said, he said Obama didn.t sit under those remarks even though 35 minutes ago Obama said he sat under those remarks. WHAT . tHEY ARE NOT LISTENING. hE PREVIOUSLY DENIED HE HEARD THEM. tHEN CHANGED HIS STORY. hE ALSO TOLD mAJOR THAT HE WOULD LEAVE THE CHURCH IS HE HAD HEARD THEM. WHAT. hE SAT UNDER rEV. wRIGHT AND HEARD THE RHETORIC AND DID NOT LEAVE. HE IS UNBELIEVABLE NOW. bEST TO NOT RUN. AND LET AN HONEST BLACK MAN RUN. ONE THAT IS NOT ASHAMED OF HIS GRANDMOTHER. WHAT A SLAP IN THE FACE TO HER.
to #985, other networks will not stand up for what's right, thank goodness for Greta and Fox. "fair and balanced."
One person by the name of John B stated that blacks needed to quit being so prejudice. He said many whites had helped to free black slaves and lost their lives. Well John I want to tell you a few things. Yeah I am black and I have never expected any handouts from anyone, and was not brought up that way. But until you have walked in my shoes don't tell us how to act. No I don't use the race card but by damn I could. I live a community that has about 2% blacks if that. This is in California. When you drive down the street and you are followed home by the Sheriff for no reason except that you are black, it has happened to other members of my family. I finally had to write a letter to the top Sheriff and tell him that I was not going to put up with this anymore. When you work for a company and you are training people but you then get a lower rating than the people you trained. Yes the prejudices are alive and out there. Yes in their have been racial tones in this race for the presidency. When I saw Bill Clinton on the television I was stunned to see how mad he was pointing his finger. The man had a rage that I had never seen. They (Clintons) are behind a lot of this racial tension that is taking place. Geraldine Ferraro she did not have to make the statement that she did, however when I found out where she was speaking I knew why. As the black people say she was in "white county" here in California. I grew up very diverse and friends of all races, and I can get along with mostly anyone but I can also spot that person who throws the rock and hides their hands. We have Bill Clinton who thinks he has been character assasinated well I think he needs to go back to Hope Arkansas and put on his hidden white robe.
Go ahead put McCain-Bush back in the white house, many of you will be sorry and when times get even rougher than they are now you have only yourselves to blame.
Many of you writing here today have no clue of what racism is. Like I said walk in a black persons shoes and you will change your ways.
As I listened carefully to Senator Obama's address today, it was very obvious that Senator Obama's undertones were mostly about landing the presidency, not to enhance equal rights for all of the peoples in this great country as he has campained, or a coming together more fully of all to further heal, but rather to use his political power for affirmative action whereas his black race will put down all others in retalliation for the sins committed against that race throughout the history of our country. Note: The blacks are not the only ones who have suffered by racial or ethnic discrimination, or who still suffer---
OBAMA IS AND WILL BE OUR NEXT PRESIDENT! WHY? BECAUSE #1 HE KNOWS HOW TO BRING PEOPLE 2GETHER #2 HE KNOWS HOW TO BUGET MONEY #3 HE IS A MAN OF WISDOM THE BIBLE TALKS ABOUT HOW IMPORTANT WISDOM IS IN PROVERBS CHAPTER 2,3,AND 8 #4 HE KNOWS THE STRUGGLE OF AN ADVERAGE AMERICAN NO MATTER THE COLOR OF THERE SKIN AND #5 ALLLLLLLLLLL OF US HAVE FAMILY MEMBERS OR PEOPLE THAT ARE LIKE FAMILY ( LIKE HIS PASTOR) THAT COMES FROM ANOTHER GENERATIONS THAT BELIEVES WHAT THEY BELIEVE THAT DOES NOT MEAN THAT WE BELIEVE WHAT THEY BELIEVE!!!! COME ON AMERICA WE NEED OBAMA MCCAIN IS 70 YEARS OLD HIS WIFE USE TO STILL MED TO GET HIGH!!!!!! WE NEED SOMETHING NEW AND OBAMA IS IT!!!!! PB
Oprah is a racist too! She attended the same church while Wright was pastor. I always thought she was a bigot also.
Looks like the Obama camp did some research and found that he actually was in the congregation when some of the statements in the video were made; so he lied to us just two days ago. I don't think this makes Obama a racist, but the fact that he stood silent while Wright told his congregation that the Government imported Aids to kill-off black people, among other things, shows that he has neither the integrity nor the leadership to be our President.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but we must be true and honest with ourselves. Anyone of us who is without fault or sin... please cast the first stone.. none of us will ever be able to do that. Obama's speech was sincere, he felt the pain of the American people. The damage control he had to clear up for his Pastor was very difficult. Let us all instead of tearing him down give him a second chance. All have sin and come short of the glory of God. We all make mistakes and if we are not willing to forgive, how do we except God to forgive us. Let us all pray for healing, both for ourselves, the Obama's and the country.
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Greta: Where is the Rev. Wright now? I bet Obama's strategists got him out of the country ASAP. What do you think? Also, is Oprah really a member of this church too? If she is, maybe that's why she endorsed Obama in the first place!
A lie is a lie AMEN. You dont lie again to cover your real feeling. We the people need to get together & clean out all of congress. To many of them are corrupt. They all need to go. We need to start cleaning up our leadersor or put new people that will do what we the people ask them to do when we voted them in. If they dont then the next vote a new person in. Also get the ones taking money from the worest people "the lobbiest. That is bribery. S/P If one of the leaders lie oust them
OBAMA SHOULD STEP DOWN AS SENATOR !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Isn't this typical of the left, do as I say, not as I do? He's got an agenda I don't think this awesome country of the USA should be going. We should be united, strong and stand together. Not separated by a leader who says one thing and then another!??#@* What's scary is he's actually been given the support of the DNC. I'm not white, I'm considered what this country labels a minority. But I was lucky to have parents that believed coming to this country you become part of the American dream and assimilate, not stay in your neighborhoods and its culture! If any minority wants to break the racist thing, then go out on your own and make your dream come true. Don't expect someone like an Obama to 'help you along'. Thats what keeps you back, what the left wants to keep us in our place. Hard to understand if you haven't been there, but assimilating works America!
This whole thing seems to be getting out of control. Hate is something in that needs to be rooted out of America not taught in our churches, of all places. Jesus said, "Father forgive them." why can't we Americans work at developing an environment of healing and forgiveness. Why can't the black community think about the number of people who laid down their lives in the civil war so the slaves could be free, or the number of abolitionists() who lost everything to help people of color escape to freedom. Granted there have been many injustices-es done, but hate won't make that go away.
I am a registered Republican , although, I have folllowed Senator Obama's campaign. I listened to him today and understand where he is coming from.
The media is what is TRYING to destroy him or they would have let this go after the first day. He isn't the one that has said these things it was his minister , which he can't tell him what to have his sermon on. I don't agree with the minister, Marine or no Marine just as Obama doesn't either.
I want to know why the media is doing this and yet letting Hillary pass , even though there is a lot that should be brought out about her. Just listen to Dick Morris and do research about the Clinton's. Again, Obama hasn't and would never say the things his minister has .
Obama has willing associated he and his family to the disturbing leadship of Rev. Wright. This man (who calls himself a pastor) has made deplorable comments about our country, assorted people, political concerns, and other very important issues. I could never expose myself or my family to anyone who teaches mixed messages for 20 years. We all know that darkness and light cannot shine together. Obama did not protect his own family from negative thoughts and teachings....and that's a scary thought!
I have a hard time believing Obama has never heard these words from his pastor. He either does not attend church regularly or he is lying. If this pastor has these types of sermons for sale, it must be a subject he speaks freely of in his church. Not being able to disown an association with a person who speaks such negative words against America is not a man I want for my president. Some are trying to make this a race issue,...its not. It about believing in America. If your going to be the President you have to have the backbone to stand up for her....even if it's going against the grain.
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
How eloquently put # 967 . . .
#985 - You have No Idea do you! You just dip your head in the sand and stay there. How about I buy you a ticket for somewhere other than here! We care about who runs our country AND HAVE EVERY RIGHT TO INVESTIGATE AND KNOW THE CANDIDATE. Well you just go and spin your wheel, or put the names on a piece of paper, close your eyes and point your finger. I wish people like you would stay home AND NOT vote. You have to be intelligent, investigative and dig deep.
My biggest problem with Obama is that he does not respect America. He does not salute the American flag and will not wear a flag on his lapel. At least one of his friends was a terrorist, one whom Obama still associates with. He is a Muslim; need I say more? Probably... How can we trust him to run our country?????
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
On the "vehemently denies" video Obama says he did not hear the specific cliips while he sat at church, but today he says yes he did hear "some" things whille he sat at church. Duh,,,,,,,,,,he thinks were fools?
Goodness!! He's on video saying two different things. I wish these videos could be ran side by sidw.
I really cannot imagine how Obama can say with a straight face that he has been that close to this man for twenty (20) years and did not know his heart, his real thoughts and feelings. Obama obviously shares those thoughts and feelings, or there would have been a parting of the ways long ago. You're right, Greta. He did not come out on this, he was smoked out. Everyone should understand that Obama's silver tongue is forked, and has been forever. He is neither presidential material, nor should he be permitted to continue as a US Senator. There should be a movement in the state of Illinois to impeach him!
America is not ready for THIS quasi black president, who only knows hide and seek tactics. McCAIN HAS NO CLUE ABOUT THE ECONOMY. Hillary is our only hope.
When Denzel Washington runs for president he'll get my vote but until a serious black candiate who is not trying to pull the wool over our eyes or jump on the racial bandwagon as Obama has up until now with the media AFRAID to tackle him until he BLATANTLY Lied
HILLARY YOU ARE OUR ONLY HOPE
Obama said today , that Reverend Wright was "family" to him. That is the reason Obama said he could't disown Wright. If my own Mother (God Rest Her Soul) would have said "God Dam" America , I would have disowned her. In the Bible it says DO NOT USE GOD'S NAME IN VAIN!
This man ( Obama) in my opinion has proven himself to be anti-american. He and his wife have been in this church for 20 yrs,and from what I saw on TV that church is very much anti-american, and have no allegiance to America. A breding place for hate (that church). Obama will not place his hand over his heart for the Pledge of Allegiance, he would not put his hand on the bible when he was sworn in as senator,( he used the Koran)??? And he claims to be a Christan and an American. And wants to be President??? And his wife...for the first time in her life she is proud to be an american. If her husband wasn't running for president I guess she would not be proud to be an american. Again.
#425 Wisconsin - I see racism is strong in your state. Your native american you say and don't particularly like whites. Oh yeh, we stole your land. Sorry. I seem to remember hearing about the tons of casinos in Wisconsin that are raking in millions and millions of dollars from us dumb white folk who are stupid enuf to gamble. Drop in 20 bucks and receive nothing. Talk about theft! Well, at least your getting even.
In the face of the reality of Obama selecting Wright as his pastor for some 20 years, I think, for me, the only redeeming thing he could have said was “I have been working for 20 years as a U.S. Gov’t Agent on behalf of the IRS working to determine whether or not Wright has been operating in violation of U.S. tax code by claiming tax-exempt status as a church.”
I think Borack should just drop out of the race now. For him to be under the leadership of this so called Christian Reverend Wright for 20 yrs and say that he will continue to stand by him after all the hateful remarks Wright stated in his sermon scares me to think that Borack could be the leader of our Great American Country! When Wright said God Damn America, how UNAMERICAN IS THAT! Wright also stated that Hillary was never called the N word like blacks have been. How racist is that! Wright has no clue what Hillary or any other white person has been called by black people. I am white and I love Black & White People alike as God calls us all to do, but I am sickened by what I heard of this Imposter Pastor. This is not the way to stop racism and bring unity in our country. If I sat in my church and my priest preached like Wright did, I would flee from that church as fast as I can. Borack needs to get out of that church and find one that preaches that both Black and White People are all God's children and that He loves us all! We need unity in our country more now than ever, not division like this. There has been way too much hatred and bloodshed because of racism with both blacks and whites. History has confirmed it! What would Martin Luther King think of this Reverend Wright! One last word it really goes to show that we really need to be sure what we know about the candidates that are running for President before we go to the polls!
I am insulted by Sen Obama. For him to say that he was not aware of the various hate speeches his preacher has made. He must think that everyone is stupid. Today, he consistently pointed out the good his preacher has done for the community. Mrs Obama said that America is down right mean and that she is proud of America the 1st time in her adult life. I dont believe any of Sen Obamas supporters questioned her remarks nor did they try to correct Mrs Obama, making her aware of the huge amount of financial aid given by the America to children of Africa. I find Sen Obama ingenious and a liar, with very very poor judgement. I am not a Hilary supporter, but for him to question Sen Hilary's judgement for her red phone AD is laughable. I can accept what the Senator said, that his preacher is from a different generation where he may have suffered prejudice but that does not give him the right to preach hate to a younger generation, actions like this will only extend the vicious cycle of hate and more hate. I for one is not seduced by Sen Obama's eloquent speeches. I wonder, if there is a crisis in America and is President, will he have an eloquent speech or will he hold a proper news conference???
#1009 Ida---------- Gretta, did not impose her view on Ted Williams, he disapproved so much of Wright it was funny!!!!! She didn't force Ted W. to do anything. Didn't you hear him say how hard it was to sat thru and listen to the garage!!!!!!!!!
#322 Erica - when you start blatting about the President's grade average, at least get it right. I believe it was quite a bit higher than C's my dear. What was yours??? GOD BLESS AMERICA
I wonder where everyone is getting this "liar" stuff? If you watched his responses on the news channels, you would see that he was referring to the videos that recently came out. He did not say he had never heard anything controversial or anything he did not agree with while he was in attendance. Please stop spreading this, yes, LIE.
#988
Amen Bear.... I understand where you're coming from. If I may ask people to subject themselves to my opinion, I would like to read some responses to my post at #820.
Obama's comments, paired with his wife's comments about WHITE OPRESSION and this being the 1st time she can feel proud abouth her country and the continual sermons that are now emerging from their reverand prove that they all think alike and support each other. The 'change' that he speaks of, is a twisted agenda. Every race and nationality has been abused, none of it is right. We live in the greatest country on the planet, and every individual has the potential to have and be and do anything they set their mind to regardless of COLOR. If you believe this to be untrue, then that is your individual problem and you need to change yourself and stop living in the past and using it as an excuse and a way to manipulate others for your own purposes. Anyone who believes this country is horrible, needs to move the hell out and go live in another country and let us know how that works out for you.
Not voting for Mr. Obama, never was. Credibility counts.
Obama has very,very bad judgement, to think this garage is O.K. It's not!!!!!!!! We have now been in touch with the true Obama. I just pray that alot of Americans have been woke up!! It's all about how some black churchs PREACH to hate white people and our wonderful America we Love!!!!!!!!! And also about the fact Obama been going to this church for 20 yrs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Please vote for Hillary Clinton!!!!!!!!!! And #2 is stupid. Believe me if I thought for one moment Obama would be a better President then H.C., I would definitely vote for Obama, and race would have nothing to do with it!!!!!!!!!!
I think Obama is very smart. So smart that he has learned to be able to say whatever his listener wants to here. He has planned this for years. When his wife stated that this was the first time she has ever been proud to be an American I knew something was wrong. There is nothing Obama can say to make me believe that he don't have the same feelings that his pastor of 20 years has. I go to church that is mixed black and white. We work hard to help the poor - all the poor. Not just the poor black. Not just the poor white. We don't look at color. We look at need. I heard someone on Fox make the statement that we should not judge his life by a few statements. That he had spent his whole ministery helping the poor black people of Chicago. Are there not any poor white people in Chicago? If Christ only cared about his race - that would leave a lot of us out in the cold. Christ loved the "WHOLE" world so much he died for us all, not just one group. If my Pastor said anything close to what Obama's Pastor said I would run and not look back. The person I want in the Whitehouse should care for all the people. Our nation is of all colors and should have someone that is see color blind, All he sees is Americans.
Obama burned his own Grandmother in that speech he made today. If he can do that then he can RAT out anyone like his own country, right? His Pastor burned his own self or did he? I am sure his Grandmother could burn her Grandson and I am sure things he did IN THE PAST has made her "Cringe" too like his alleged drug use and I am sure there is more.
Obama's pastor has now become more popular with those who share his veiws and he's laughing about it because now he's known world wide now and he'll be making big cash overseas preaching his hatred, If Obama becomes President then he and his pastor will have acheived their goals together. I liked Obama although not his politics and today I saw a different side of him.
#1015
You obviously didn't see & hear Dick Morris's remarks tonight on Obama. He ways we have a serious problem. I am a registered democrat & if Obama gets in, I will be voting as a Republican. And don't forget, Obama has had a great deal of favoritism with the media over any of the other candidates.
I LOVE JESUS, MY MOTHER AND MY GRANDMOTHER!
Whatever happened in Barack’s childhood and life seems to disqualify him from becoming President.
Greta. To set the playing field. At 17 years old I chose to join the UNITED STATES AIR FORCE. NOW- I have 5 HONORABLE DISCHARGES, and very happy to say that I an a RETIRED MILITARY MEMBER. I AM PROUD OF MY SERVICE TO MY COUNTRY, VERY PROUD OF OUR COUNTRY.
I am NOT PROUD OF OBAMA'S , RECENT ACTIONS. I believ that he is
NOT THE TYPE THAT COULD BRING OUR COUNTRY TOGATHER. He DEFINATELY is NOT the type that would be good , for this country as COMMANDER AND CHIEF.
The reasons are: He does not put our country first. He did not admit his mistahes with Rev. Wright. He did not say sorry, and to cut all relations with this DEVIL. and agree to sin no more ,
as required in our bible. The book that I live by .
I was in Viet nam when John ,was in the BAMBOO CAGE. I know that he is the man for our next PRESIDENT, AND WILL BE. Because he has all the
necessary experience and is a good honest person.
Don Lawing
How dare Obama say that He thought most of us ( YOU, ME, EVERYONE ) had heard their pastors, preachers, mimisters, preist, etc; say derogatory statements we didn't agree on or with. Well, I think anyone with half a brain would get up and leave and look elsewhere for a worshipping place. He could have too ..This is sooo scary, wonder what reverend Wright 's influence would be to Obama if he was the next president.
Put two & two together; Reverend Wright says "God Damn America" and
Mrs. Obama said "This is the Fiirst TIME I have been proud of this country"
The Obama's and Rev. Wright subscribe to the same hatred of this country
and it's white citizens. Obama knows exactly what Rev. Wrights views of
our country are. He has heard them in sermons and undoubtedly agrees.
No one stays in a church for 20 years if they do not agree with the pastor
and his message. When two people share a close relationship, as Obama
and Rev. Wright do, they know exactly what each others beliefs are.
I believe both The Obama's secretly share the racist views of Rev. Wright
and his hatred of this country. The truth will not come out until the election
is over and things DO start to CHANGE...CHANGE AGAINST America and it's
white citizens, who they blame for everything.
God protect us from HATE mongers!
Rev Wright says much with little thought. Sen. Obama says little with much thought. Each is a sorry, empty shell.
#905 - Tom - Gee I wonder how long you'd last within the enemys camps. You'd be kissing Osamas robe. You'd probably be crying for your mama and spill the USA's secrets in what 5 minutes. Big Tit Baby!
HIS BLACK FATHER WALKED OUT ON OBAMA WHEN HE WAS TWO YEARS OLD YET OBAMA IS ASHAMED OF THE WHITE PEOPLE WHO RAISED HIM!!!! I WOULD ALMOST FEEL SORRY FOR OBAMA IF HE WERE NOT TRYING TO BE PRESIDENT...THIS GUY HAS SOME SERIOUS ISSUES AND SHOULD DEFINTELY NOT HAVE HIS FINGER ON THE "BUTTON"..HIS SUPPORT OF REV. WRIGHT IS A SAD ATTEMPT BY AN ABANDONED CHILD TO REGAIN HIS FATHER'S LOVE..REALLY SAD
How can you trust someone who nationally threw his grandmother under the bus today, probably the one person in his life that is more responsible for him even being alive, just to appease his black supporters, i.e. not come totally clean about Wright. Wright is his "mentor". Why is he still a candidate for president of the United States. Wake up citizens, he can not be trusted.
I truly believe he didn't personally hear some of these statements, but even if he did, how many Catholics, (including our president) who sat in their pews hearing priests speak on the evils of adultery, cheating, stealing, abortions etc. and didn't follow or agree with these sermons,so they continued with their own beliefs but continued to go their church. This type of thing is involved in just about every religion there is.
PLEASE AMERICA, VOTE FOR THE CROOK....NO WAIT, VOTE FOR THE GRAY-HEADED SENILE FELLOW. LORD HELP US.
I REALLY DONT UNDERSTAND WHY PEOPLE EXCUSE OBAMA FOR WHAT HIS PASTOR SAYS. IT IS NOT ONLY WHAT HE PASTOR SAYS, BUT THE FACT THAT OBAMA HAS SAT IN THE SAME CHURCH WITH THIS MAN AND LISTENED TO THIS STUFF FOR 20 YEARS OR SO. YOU CAN'T TELL ME THAT SOMEONE THAT DISAGREES WITH THIS SORT OF STUFF WOULD SIT THERE TIME AFTER TIME AND LISTEN TO IT. I DISAGREE WITH IT AND FRANKLY IT SICKENS ME TO HAVE TO HEAR SOUND BITS OF THIS STUFF. BUT WHAT REALLY WORRIES ME IS THAT OBAMA'S WIFE SAID, SHE WAS FOR THE FIRST TIME PROUD OF AMERICA....SOUNDS LIKE THE PASTORS THINKINGS HAS GOTTON TO HER. THEN PUT THAT TOGETHER WITH THE PICTURE ON THE INTERNET WHEN HE IS NOT PARTICIPATING WITH THE PLEDGE MAKES ME WONDER!!! SOUNDS TO ME THAT UNTIL THEY BOTH WANTED THE PRESIDENCY THEY WERE PRETTY MUCH ACTING LIKE ANTI-AMERICANS. WHAT DO YOU THINK??
I WOULDN'T TAKE A CHANCE ON OBAMA, NEVER KNOW WHAT COULD HAPPEN. COULD BE A LOOSE CANNON, LIKE THE PASTOR.
Oh, I was blinded today by the red, white and Blue, the FLAGS while Obama told more lies!!!!!! That could be a set for a new movie.
To Jo, # 960 - my sentiments exactly, please step dow from the Senate now, very quickly, and very quietly - thank you. I second that!!!
Where is Opra? where is Rev. Al Sharpton? Where is Rev. Jesse Jackson? I mean if the Rev. Wright were a white Rev. he would have already been railroaded out of town, just as Imus was. And just reading a few blogs, thanks to the people speaking out on Imus, that Obama asked for his show to be cancelled.
Imus got cancelled and people still miss his show!!! thanks to the Rev. Al Sharpton - I think he is sleeping under a rock. He needs to crawl out to defend Hussein Barack Obama - where is he, out of the country or what???
Where is Opra......... in Africa? Where's Rev. Jesse Jackson?
Where are the shake-down artists listed above???
#1005 Pauline - GOSH - with all that racist lingo you could probably get a post in Obama Hussein's cabinet if he's elected. YOU my dear would be a valuable addition, based on your most articulated idiotic words. Heaven help us but even nuts like you have a right to a vote. HEaven Help us! I think YOU need medication. Someday my dear you will be 70 and paybacks a bitch!
I never voted for a democrat in my life. I will definitely vote for Hillary is she gets the nomination. I will mortgage my house to make sure Barack Obama does not win the White House. It's Hillary or McCain or God help us.
DEAR MILITARY DAUGHTER AND WIFE,
TAKE A SLEEPING PILL AND GO TO BED,
PLEASE,PLEASE AND PLEASE.
What Obama should have said....
He should have apologized for his lack of judgment by sitting in that church for 20 years. He should have apologized for lying to us when he went on the record by denying he had ever heard those hatefilled words. This Rev. Wright is symbolic of the deep seated hate that some blacks still harbor after all these years. By sitting in that church and letting this minister pontificate and promulgate untruths, fabrications, hate speech, and anti-American ideas Obama is himself an accomplice to this fraud.
Also, what kind of "Church" makes copies of these awful comments, then markets them to others? So, we white folk are good enough to pass laws that provide for affirmative action, quotas, inject multicultural curriculum into our schools, then only for this? Is this the way a segment of black America demonstrates its gratefulness toward a noble nation and people? So while we white folk are mending, bending, and yielding, a group of blacks simply smile at us, yet they hate us and America at the same time. In some ways I have more respect for Rev. Wright as he speaks his mind and you know where he is coming from..as strange as this may seem..and Obama is the demogogue who hides from it and tried to keep it hidden. Is this the real agenda for so-called, "Change."
No candidate, either black, brown, yellow, or white deserves to lead this country when they permitted such comments to be made. I would have walked out of that so-called church on day 1, 20 years ago and would have found a real church that preaches the Word and brings people together..all people, not just one race. I am sickened over this.
The irony in all of this is that so many civil rights leaders fought to have an integrated society, yet it is a segment of blacks who now wish to be segregated. I often wonder if they are loyal to Africa instead of America.
Sadly, but trutfully, Obama does not deserve to be the leader of the free world. NO SALE.
WOW! After viewing majority of the comments, America has a true problem of racism and Obama is coming forth to address the issue. I commend him for not denouncing Pastor Wright. If he would have, he would be in the same class as many of you that made hate comments on this web site. John 8:7 "So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her. Obama will be President of the United States.
To those who are dissing Fox News saying that Fox is racist, the viewers are racist, the viewers are full of hate, etc...
1) This issue is NOT about RACE as much as it is about BEING AMERICAN!!!
Think carefully, if this 20 year association(+) with such views of HATE TOWARDS AMERICA, ACCUSATIONS ABOUT AMERICA, etc. has stirred up this much concern among Americans and stirred up this much question about the individual running for office as our American President, then HOW MUCH MORE DO YOU THINK IT WILL STIR UP OTHER COUNTRIES THAT do hate America???? Point: this is not about do we like Obama or do we like white, black or Asian...it is ABOUT WHO WILL BE OUR LEADER, OUR PRESIDENT!!!! One person, one VERY IMPORTANT OFFICE. Other countries who also hate America will LOVE TO HAVE A PRESIDENT IN US WHO POTENTIALLY HATES AMERICA ALSO!!!! Wonderful!
2) The "anger" you are hearing from the viewers as they express themselves is that a man who is asking us to elect him as our president to represent us as citizens is associated with such HATRED for our COUNTRY!!! That angers the viewers...it does not matter if the candidate is white, black or whatever. Our President, one office, one person out of ALL of America is TOO IMPORTANT to risk the possibility of such an association!!!
Get past the race issue, realize you are American, we all are American no matter what our color.
Obama needs to step down.
C'mon McCain!! You're the last man standing!!!
Here's what one reader above wrote:
26.By: Colorado | Mar 18, 22:15
As a disheartened Democrat, I saw his speech as a sincere effort. It left me not having sense that he is a strong leader, but a weak apologist. I do not think he has leadership. Magnatism yes, but I will not vote for him.
To #518, Catherine - For you to say that the people sending in their comments are uneducated, just indicates to me that perhaps you are uneducated yourself. I am an educated woman with an MBA, and I think you must be clueless if you are unable to see the handwriting on the wall. Obama is lying, plain and simple, but you don't have to be a rocket scientist to figure out that.
#1050 Oprah - ahhhhh, another ranting idiot! Whats your IQ "O"?
Isa 5:20 Woe unto them (Jeremiah Wright) that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!
To 967 probin. First THANK YOU for your service to our country.... By your submission you are a great mom teaching the same lessons that most of us teach and that is be careful who you associate with because they will pull you down faster then you can pull them up.
Secondly you are a woman of integrity!!! How do I know this because you don't play the race card or the female one you are just who you are and you have self confidence. You are not clouded with a victim mentality. You have stretched yourself and the military has rewarded your accomplishments not because they had to but because you earned it. Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!
I have two sons serving in the Army, I am proud of them and I am proud of you. Every success in your career and for your girls every hope!!!!!
First Obama heard about the pastor's sermons , then he did'nt, then today he admited he did......FLIP-FLOP, FLIP-FLOP, FLIP-FLOP
The horrible things a "so called" American minister repeatedly stated over a number of years in a black church, and yet the one member of that church that we now all know supposedly never heard any of this garbage ?????????? If I can beleive that he was oblivious to all this, how can I beleive that he is aware and alert enough of his surroundings and relationships to sit in the oval office?
Now, with all this new information coupled with what his wife said has made me see a similarity of "Mind Set" with the pastor's "black value system". This guy is wanting my white vote and wanting to be my President, but wants me to ignore his relationships with those that have a one sided view of America.
I am now looking at the other two candidates.
Here is a Serious Point to Ponder.... Where would Reverend Wright be every single day if Obama was actually voted in as President of the United States? Oh my God! p.s your right #970
#1059 Eileen - your too educated for some of these nuts! They wouldn't know the truth if Jesus came down from heaven and told them!
#1059 Eileen - your too educated for some of these nuts! They wouldn't know the truth if Jesus came down from heaven and told them!
#1059 Eileen - your too educated for some of these nuts! They wouldn't know the truth if Jesus came down from heaven and told them!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
THANK YOU 967 THANK YOU SO MUCH, IF YOU HAVENT READ THIS YOU SHOULD. NOT ALL PEOPLE FEEL THE SAME AS WRIGHT AND OBAMA. IM GLAD TO KNOW SOME PEOPLE STILL HAVE MORAL, AND VALUES.
THANK YOU FROM THE PEOPLE IN MISSISSIPPI FOR YOUR SERVICE.
#1057, Debbie
you just proved and earlier post, ie, if BO came out tomorrow and said he believes everything Wright preached, but please forgive me, most of the racists in this country would still vote for him! He should resign his senate seat and drop out of the race. He will not get elected. And Oprah should be called out for being a racist also.
For #847 - God made everything kind-after-kind... If you do not believe this, then you believe in evolution.
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Think about it. Senator Obama's father was a black muslim. His mother was a white atheist. His step-father was a radical muslim. When Obama grew up in Indonesia, he went to a muslim school. He also went to Catholic school for two years. Now he is christian. His speeches remind me of John Lennon singing about imagining all the people living life in peace. Frankly Obama scares the crap out of me. I can't imagine anyone being all these things, and not have some kind of psychological problems. That is a chance I don't want to take when I vote for a president. Hindsight is 20/20,and often times too late.
To 967 probin Hey I just though of this why don't you run for president ?????
You'd be the first female and the first black and I think we'd get a good deal by the heart and wisdom you shared............... Something to think about.
#967 Probin - Thanks for your service and for keeping me safe. God Bless You and keep you safe. My husband and I will always be indebted to those who serve and protect. People should start thinking that the most important thing is protection of our country. All the new jobs or money won't do us one damn bit of good if were dead! GOD BLESS AMERICA!
Obama's speech proved that he, and the members of his and Wright's congregation, are black racists who hate whties more viciously than even the KKK hate blacks. I have wondered why people would even consider voting for someone as phony as he is and now - after hearing this speech - I certainly hope people are starting to see the racist that he is and not vote for him. If Obama becomes President and follows the beliefs and mission of his church this country will have a civil war far worse than anyone can imagine. He will divide the country so that his Islamic friends can take over.
BTW - how did his white grandparents suffer to bring him up when he was living in Indonesia and Africa?
And to have the audacity to talk about his suffering because he was black!!! I'd be willing to bet he lived off of every hand out the government makes to blacks. Free food, free medical, free housing, free college with an allowance to live on; free travel expenses; the list goes on and on for blacks and illegal aliens - not so for whites in this country though.
What are you all talking about Obama didn't say these things, his pastor said them.....they are all just opinions....just like some of you do .....wat we ought to learn to do is do what i do when my pastor says thing that i don't agree with i simply don't listen...i love my Pastor to death but i he says things that sometimes i dont agree with , but because he's from a different era that i'm from. the younger generation just don't care about the foolishness of rasicm.. People please do not JUDGE Obama for his pastor "opinion" they are not his words or thoughts, od you honestly think the man would be running for president if he was a man who was a racist, especially being black don't forget we are still a minority here in "america"!!!! Just be for real!!! Are any of you "Real Christain" commenting on this page !!! You would ask a man to denounce his Pastor , when he truely loves and respects him... The bibles says that "LOVE" covers a multitude of sins!!! If you are a CHRISTIAN you couldn't just dis own a person by there opinion!!! Love looks over their flaws!!! You should study Christain Americans!!
Exactly what "CHANGE" does Obama plan to inflict on America?
I think that Barak Obama's talk was wonderful.....he said it like it was, in a tone that made you feel you were in his living room listening to him explain his inner-most feeling about this issue. I was a southern baptist girl married to a lutharin - he was a marine station in quantico, virginia....for a while I lived with his parents in Norristown, Pennsylvania..his father sang in the choir. One sunday the minister gave a talk about his vacation....how he had gone to rome and been blessed by the pope........the minister wanted to know what he was to do with the blessing? The congregation snickered......I got up and walked out of church. This was in 1951! Ministers have not changed.....................I did not let this warp my feeling toward ministers.....when they say ignorant thing I just pray for them and ask god to forgive them for they do not know of what they say..........................
#1073 Ida - I watched that show - were you on barbituates while watching? Heavy meds maybe? Maybe I only thought i was watching that show and didn't see Greta hold a gun to Teds head. Maybe the gun was hidden. Yeh! I bet that was it. Someone was giving Ted the evil eye back stage FORCING him to believe her. Yeh, she probably gave him that "evil eye" Ida. You need some meds Ida.
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
You said it #1076... God Bless America! We need to worry about keeping this country safe! #967 God Bless you too!
its is so ironic how the blacks and liberals are reacting to this idiot of a preacher.Now all of the sudden every black person is saying how a few ill spoken words should be forgiven, they say enough is enough why keep on talking about the past.Well guess what you dumbass niggers this is what we have been saying for over 200 years to your sorry good for nothing asses.Not one person living ever owned a nigger, yet you stupid asses keep bringing it up dont you.So the next time you blacks get your feelings hurt by the word nigger........ its all in the past quit talking about it.
The Bible verse quoted by so many; "Let him who is without sin, cast the first stone", is a footnote which was added to the scripts in a later translation. It is NOT a part of the original texts. As are many other verses erroneously included. ie. John 3:16 . For sure, we could learn a WHOLE lot if we would , study to show thyself approved. IITim.2:15 ....
It never occured to me to think of Obama as black, white, purple or green. He was an articulate speaking smoozing politician. It always struck me odd how people treated him like a rock star, swooning and carrying on. He never had any substance. All he did was shout, "I'm for change," "I represent hope." After hearing those anti-American, anti-white, anit-Semite rants from that man he calls his "Mentor," I was in shock. When he said he had never heard any of those rants, I knew he was lying. Today admitted he lied, and then compared his grandmother's comments with that hate monger's. It disgusted me.
It would never bother me to vote for a black person. I would dearly have loved to have had Colin Powell as President. I have never had any biased feelings but judge a person on their actions, not race, color or religion. I do, however, judge a person who aligns himself with a race-baiting, hate-mongering nut case. I am very disappointed in Obama. I thought he was a bit green and not ready to be president now, but possibly in the future because I knew nothing about him. Well NOW I DO know about him and what I know is disturbing.
Can you see either Colin Powell or Barbara Jordan ever sitting in Rev. Wright's church? Obama lacks honor and dignity. Please folks, each vote is important. Make it your business to know the people, what they stand for, what they do and have done, before you do them the honor of giving them your vote...
I find that most of you only have ugly names to call Senator Obama. You say he's a lair and a racist but provide little to any proof of that claim. You say that because he was friends with his pastor that he inturn he harbors the same exact views/ideas as his pastor. How many brothers and sister do you know who live together most of their lives who like the same foods, tv, books, etc. Most friends argue and disagree all the time. Maybe you people who hate Obama with a passion agree with everything your friends have ever said or done, with or without your knowledge. Some of you are the real liars, you lie like you liked him, but now you hate him. I think you only liked your own ideas and backwards ways and you can't get over the fact that you really don't have anything to hate about him, so you invent things to hate about him, because the hate was already there to begin with. I admit I'm 110% behind Sen. Obama. I can give real reason why I would vote for Obama, unlike some of you on the blog who can't give a reason why you won't vote for him, besides calling him ugly names. Anyone can call people names, it show very little mature intellect. I support Obama because he went to Washington D.C. and passed the toughest ethics-bill since water-gate. He opposed this "wonderful" Iraq War from the start. I could go on, but I've given reasons and back it up with proof. Remember my conservative children from the bible, "Let he who is without SIN cast the FIRST stone". Hold yourselfs up to the same standard that you want to hold Sen. Obama up too. You can't and I know you won't. Not only are some of you out right, YES RACIST, but you are ignorant, lairs, hypocrites, money hungry, and control freaks. Please I only ask of you to relaxes a bit, it will be over soon, and our next commander-in-chief will be African-American, will be a progressive, will be fair to all American, will be truthful, will be a great leader, and his name is BARACK OBAMA!!!!!!! God bless you wonderful angry devils.
What happened to separation of church and state? What happened to great statesmen of character? What happened to what our founding fathers wrote in our Constitution ? It is being ignored by unfaithful, greedy, politicians who think mostly of how to get what they want and heck with other grassroots.....middle AMERICA, who keep this great country alive......little did I hear Obama praise his country that gave him his space to grow up (not poorly) get his high education (who paid for that?) raise two children in a free society, ad nauseum.........and can you see the Reverend Wright in the WHITE HOUSE STANDING NEXT TO OBAMA MAKING PRESS CONFERENCES, BEING HIS MENTOR???? Think twice people, even the black part of Obama, about people who do cover-ups, and back-pedals to make things look good. No HILLARY, NO OBAMA!!! GET SOME GOOD PEOPLE UP THERE WE CAN FEEL GOOD ABOUT.............!
He looks much more racist the more he opens his selfish, hypocritical, proBlack and proMuslim mouth. Certainly, he IS a liar...that is obvious!!! I would like to see him and such hateful people take his racist black church and run it in Kenya and try to make a government in one of the places Obama and his group came from since they hate America...and I am referring to HIS group and to ANYONE who supports such hatred. Our government caters to the black man and I used to think that was okay to a certain extent because of their struggle, but now after listening to DEVIL WRIGHT, I realize there is NOTHING you can do to help a group of haters like that! NOTHING! People like this have a heart that is full of racism, blame, hate, and more hate and it continues to spew over into younger and younger generations of INNOCENT CHILDREN. This will change NOTHING, just a repetitive cycle! We are only going to have to be strong and to stand up against such hatred that is being splattered across this country!
THIS is the TIME that the SUPER DELAGETES NEED to OUST a FAKE, HATEFUL, and UNPATRIOTIC BLACK MAN! But the white man is too politically scared to do so. They know it will be another Rodney King incident, certain UNTAME, hateful blacks like Barak running around pillaging, killing, beating up innocent people, just as they are doing to each other in Kenya right now. Had Hillary been in OBAMA's situation, the Super Delegates wouldn't think TWICE about booting her out of this race. NEITHER would A**hole hypocrites like Al Sharpton stand for it not happening. AL"WHITE HATER" SHARPTON got DOG off the air and also got IMUS off the air and what these men said was NOTHING as HORRIBLE as this DEVIL WRIGHT (WRONG) SAID, a man who has groomed a possible presidential candidate!!!! NOW it's time to stand for what is RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Super Delegates NEED to be used to get rid of this cancerous man and his GROUP (a growing tumor) from ruining America!!! He and his GROUP will destroy our beautiful country. IF they hate it here, then they need to move elsewhere. I know I would! Life is too short to be so schitzo! They aren't the ONLY people in this world who have suffered. We all have suffered...it's just as a whole I don't go around blaming any specific group for my problems just because it's the easy route and neither do the other people I know, both white and black, just not like these people!!
Obama, you need to RESIGN!!! You are a LOSER! You will NEVER WIN EVEN IF it's too late for the primaries since your LIES got you so many VOTES, even IF the WHIMPY SUPER DELAGATES chicken out and do the wrong thing! These KIDS who voted for BARAK need to think twice and learn that they need NOT believe everything they hear from someone they don't know; otherwise, they are setting up this country for generations of being a failure!!
I KNEW THIS MAN WAS A NONPATRIOT, MUSLIM, WHITE HATER FROM THE START AND THIS HAS FINALLY BEEN SHOWN. I JUST DIDN'T REALIZE THERE WERE SO MANY LIKE HIM BACKING HIM UP! WHAT A SHAME, BARAK, TO LET YOUR CHILDREN LISETEN TO A CRAP WRIGHT ON a HOLY Day!!! You and your UGLY WIFE are not only awful citizens, but also BAD PARENTS!!! Enjoy it while it LASTS!!!!! You are an EVIL MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Read # 967. She makes a lot of sense.
I just want to say that if it was a white person doing this that they would have been destoyed by the media as a whole and the black community. What he was doing was no different than an elected offical attending a rally with osama bin laden or a neo nazi rally. Obama is a lieing and I hope he is forced to resign . We dont need clowns like him in our government and I hope that Rev wrongs church gets its full judgement from God. No church should preach hate in any way shape or form. Keep up the good work Greta.
What is the difference in setting in a church listening to the remarks of Pastor Wright and sitting in your homes listening to it by way of the Media. Great! now we have all heard the comments. Can we move forward and address the issues at hand. How are we going to get America out of the hole we're in?
If Obama were white and this was a white church, the candidate would have been forced to resign from the campaign and his senate seat. The church minister would have been fired, not "retired." This is more racism.
People need to wake up! This Obama is nothing less than a Marxist demoagogue. When you listen to "Reverend" Wright, if I close my eyes, I think I am listening to a pure COMMUNIST!
I cannot take another person defending this outright bigotry and anti-American statements along with Obama's.
Remember the saying, silence is consent. Well, Obama was silent for 20 years!
Just remember OJ Simpson's Jury before you think of voting for Obama and his black, excuse me, the liberation theology, aka..communist viewpoints. I think they called it..."Jury Nullification" Maybe this is the "Change" all the misguided folks have been waiting and hoping for.
Wow, well now I know what kind of people watch Greta! Did anybody go to college? Has anyone pickd up a Wall Street Journal, listened to NPR or watched CSPAN ever in their life? Hummmmm didn't think so.
You all are what is wrong with this country and why we have a total idiot in the White House. You would rather have an ignorant person like yourself running things, because it is less intimidating to you. Barack is VERY intimidating. Brilliant, educated, courageous, inspirational, moral and a leader. He is not perfect but no politician is. He is a great man, not a perfect politician, and I can more than live with that.
Go and educate yourselves and then you might have something valuable and meaningful to say.
1073 military wife--- Ted Williams didn't say what Greta wanted to hears so she was trying to redirect him. If he doesn't agree then don't try to make him. She was pissed that he enjoyed Obama's speech. She made herself look stupid. Not like an unbias journalist.
1082.By: Ida | Mar 18, 23:53
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Ida, honey, how intelligent do you look as the only one in this post who simply keeps reentering the same post?? Do you have any other thoughts or do you just feel that insecure to keep repeating yourself over and over?? If you will notice, you are the only one in the midst of all the others here who keeps reentering the same thing. I agree with #1081, take your meds, Ida, and go to bed.
Let us go straight to the point, Rev. Wright has an agenda and Sen. Obama is one of his disciples. That's why he attended the Reverend's church for 20 years!
I must admit, reading this blog is way more entertaining than anything on the television right now. LOL at some of the comments. I have come to the conclusion that the current human race is doomed and we all better really start studying our Bibles. God is only one that will solve all this mess. No politician is going to solve this mess. Good night and may God bless!
I agree with #1091. # 967 wrote a most intelligent comment.
1073 military wife--- Ted Williams didn't say what Greta wanted to hears so she was trying to redirect him. If he doesn't agree then don't try to make him. She was pissed that he enjoyed Obama's speech. She made herself look stupid. Not like an unbias journalist.
This is to everyone who sees Senator Obama in a different light. Let's face it. Reality is Reality. Most of the world is in hiding, but the truth is the truth and it hurts alot of us. Since the beginning of time White America has continued to do whatever they wanted to do. Most of the Presidents had affairs, with bi-racial babies and that was okay. But whenever Black People does something, it's like having a cardiac arrest, and gossip is spreaded all over the media. Senator Obama is bi-racial, and was educated from both sides of the fence of who he is. I believe he is the only one who understands what it is like to be Black, and White, so people should not judge." Who Shall Cast The First Stone"? This has been blown out of content. Senator Obama didn't send the troops to war. Thousands of Americans has parished. Is Bush to blame? Let's move forward, because I believe Senator Obama can fill this gap because it has been lefted opened for many years with the same ole politics. We will never get pass this if this continues. White America publicly opened up the Race Card and for many of us this was expected. Time brings about a change .
I see Obama is loyal to a friend of 20 years---But Oh, why was he a friend of twenty years?? It's almost scary what might be going on in the black churches. I for one do not want Rev. Wright even visiting the white house.
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Irene | Mar 18, 22:20
Again, Americans are waking up too late.. It looks like Democrats will have to vote Republican if Obama gets in there because we can't let that nigger control our White House.... After two sessions of Bush Obama will finish off the US for sure!!! WE NEED TO GET CLINTON IN THERE AS SHE IS THE ONLY HOPE WE HAVE LEFT!
Irene you disgust me! I am black and I am a Clinton supporter. I truly believe what Obama had done is wrong. I also feel he is not truthful but, to call him a NIGGER!, is not called for at all. You are not different that Pastor Wright. You, Irene and Pastor are they ones that make this country so ugly. You spit venom every chance you get and it is utterly shameful. You need ot get on knees and ask God for forgiveness for that nasty word, Nigger you used. The only person that appears to be a Nigger here is YOU, IRENE!!!!
I never believed him, don't know why, I prayed a lot for help in descerment, cause I do not want to sound raises...I came to this great country of "mine" when I was 11yrs old, not because of need, it was my parent's divorce...we had everything we needed and wanted, my own black nani, my mother was raised w/slaves but they were all treated like one of the family, they had our last name...I am now 71, love this country w/a passion...it was not easy growing up in this country that I love and will defend, but I just ignored those people, white/Anglos and Jews, when they used to say to my mother and my sisters and I "go back to where you come from" only because we did not speak the language back then, I took the good that this United States has to offer and together w/the wonderful things from my mother country and family.
I used to defend the blacks and the Jews when I was growing up because they had to drink from different waterfountain than I did...and the Jews did not have their own country yet....BUT why do all the blacks (and I do not want to hear African/American) have to stick together even if that black person is bad, just like they did w/OJ Simpson, this is what gets me and maybe many other white people upset, I know that I will not defend any Cuban that has broken the law or talks bad about my country (the great United States of North American)...we should all fight together for the this country that has taken so many of us foreingners, after all only the Native Indian are the real American Citizens....for years I have fought the problem we have created by asking people when applying for a job or anything, for so many ugly questions such as "race", "nationalaty", "gender".....this is the one things that has brought so much problems to us...
another thing, I say put the FENCE as high as it is allowed and in a hurry...
make it a "law" that English is the only language of this country (North American United States)...yes one can and should learn to speak other languages...but should not be force to make it a second language of our country, after all we are a melting pot, how many languages are we going to have as our "United States" legal language???
and most important....hispanic should not be use to identify any spanish person...look it up, Spaniars(varias), Italian, French are Latin....and we are of the white race...but like in North America...we have black, yellow and mix races...and at one time probably red (indian)
the blacks in Africa were the ones selling their own people to slavery and letting the English and French bring them to the Americas...
whoever commits a crime and is not a citizens SEND them back in a hurry, they should not receive any legal support...they are ilegal citizens...
I had to wait a long time to become a citizen because of my age, I was only 11 when I came here, 1948, back then we were told that if we broke the law we would be sent back...
Let me make it clear in case I did not before...Obbama lied, and has an agenda...Castro gave beautiful speaches and so did Chavez, but they did not fool me nor my family....and electing a far/lefty as a President of the United States of America.....no way jose....
Another thing that has not been brought up:
why is it that only the blacks can have "Black Colleges", "Beauty Pagant"...etc
but should a white group did the same...we would be call raises
true or not ???
Obbama, has change his explantion...and 20yrs hearing or associating w/people like those it rubs in...the saying is "tell me who you associate w/and I'll tell you who you are" & his Pastor has influenced many blacks for many years...just look at their attitude and excuses they make for each others, I know that not all black think like the Pastor but the majority are very defencive...but those black like the many good muslims we have here they do not speak up and they should...I know that if I was them I would I do not defend every Spanish/Italian...
God Bless America
I feel america is getting a good look at what black american churches are teaching young black americans. They (blacks) are basically saying this is normal day at church. BHO cannot be president of a country he does not believe in.
Where's his arrogance now? Just a couple of weeks ago, this dude was talking about " how is #2 going to ask me if I want to be VP?" hahaha! I bet this crook WISHES that Hillary would ask him to be VP. He is a fraud and now he's been outted! It's about time America took its head out of the sand and realized that he is JUST ANOTHER CROOKED POLITICIAN!! na na na na..goodbye!!!! later BO!
Where's his arrogance now? Just a couple of weeks ago, this dude was talking about " how is #2 going to ask me if I want to be VP?" hahaha! I bet this crook WISHES that Hillary would ask him to be VP. He is a fraud and now he's been outted! It's about time America took its head out of the sand and realized that he is JUST ANOTHER CROOKED POLITICIAN!! na na na na..goodbye!!!! later BO!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
#1104 Ida -- Good Night Ida - Any minute now the meds are going to kick in and we are going to literally be able to hear you snore right through your computer!!
MOST Black churches DO NOT teach this type of hatred! Please get educated, white america!
Nonetheless, Barack is a very shady, dishonest jerk who thought that he could BS his way into the white house! his speech made him sound like the conductor on the "excuse" train! No one's buying your BS anymore, you fraud (barack)!!!!!
Post #1095,
I'm with you Angie. These people really are uneducated. I don't have much myself, but the hate on here of Sen. Obama is more hatered then they would show someone who raped or killed a person. Truth really does hurt. Obama just tells the truth and it burns them up. OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!
I feel that the big picture is far more than a racial issue. It is about someone being President of our GREAT AMERICA and being able to make tough decisions. I find it very hard to believe that after 20 years of attending Rev. Wright's church, Barack Obama never heard some form of this controversial sermon's. To say that he was not there to hear this kind of sermonby Rev. Wright is extremely hard to believe. I do not feel that OBAMA should be the President of America. This incident brings up too many questions that can not be completely answered and disproves his creditability. I absolutley would not vote for him.
To comment #174: Obama is a very fine public speaker. I give that to him but he is a liar and a dishonest man. He lied about so many things: NAFTA, Rezko contributions and now about not hearing Wright's highly publicized comments at first and then retracting it today. And you're still voting this guy?
Umm...I wonder what would happen to any group of people whose forefathers where enslaved, lynched, separated from their families, etc? What does a legacy of this kind produce in its future generations? Think about it? I do think there is something to be said about the challenges African-Americans have had to overcome and how it affects us all today. Ignoring our past or dismissing it helps no one. It certainly won't help our nation to move forward and embrace the change Obama has a vision for. I believe this was one of the main ideas he tried to convey in his speech today. Ok he lied. Do we really expect to find a perfect candidate anyway? The majority, if not all of them, lie at some point or another. It all boils down to which one is the most authentic, has the better plan/ideas, and has the most passion/heart to serve the people of America. In this comparison, he beats Hillary hands down in my opinion.
#780 T - Lets talk about katrina. Let me excuse the sick, elderly and disabled. Now we'll just include the rest. 4-5 days to get out of town. Warnings!!! But how many idiots stayed. THen after the storm.... Well the govt. naturally is too blame. Not their Black Mayor who had tons of busses to help get those in nursing homes out. That would be too smart. Than the whiners who stood back, blamed Bush, rec'd mobile homes THAN newer homes (at the tax payers exp. mind you) paid motel room for a year, etc etc. Thats what a lot of blacks want. FREE! How many nat. disasters in this country happened without the govt. tossing everything to them but the kitchen sink? Our little town 30 miles west was wiped out by a tornado. Those people rebuilt. No whining that bush somehow blew the storm in and then didn't give them free homes. I'm sick of it. Do what the rest of us have to, buy insurance and PAY YOUR OWN WAY. WE DON"T OWE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We have a saying where I come from... "Don't Pi## down my back and try to tell me it's raining". This Dog and pony show today was nothing more than Obama squirming for political expediency. Another thing to keep in mind, on Friday March 14, 2008 in the midst of the Rev Wright Firestorm, Obama gave an interview to the Chicago Tribune... and guess what?... He suddenly remembered that he received 100K more than he had previously stated from his good buddy Tony Rezko. this has been buried. Obama is a political Huckster! I am not insulted by the the hateful rhetoric I have heard the past five days. I am however, highly offended that we are expected to swallow this and then NOT question the mans credibility! And where is the good reverend????? no one seems to be asking that question....... seems rather convenient that he is "out of the country" for all of this.... I wonder who bought the plane ticket......hmmmmmmm
We have a saying where I come from... "Don't Pi## down my back and try to tell me it's raining". This Dog and pony show today was nothing more than Obama squirming for political expediency. Another thing to keep in mind, on Friday March 14, 2008 in the midst of the Rev Wright Firestorm, Obama gave an interview to the Chicago Tribune... and guess what?... He suddenly remembered that he received 100K more than he had previously stated from his good buddy Tony Rezko. this has been buried. Obama is a political Huckster! I am not insulted by the the hateful rhetoric I have heard the past five days. I am however, highly offended that we are expected to swallow this and then NOT question the mans credibility! And where is the good reverend????? no one seems to be asking that question....... seems rather convenient that he is "out of the country" for all of this.... I wonder who bought the plane ticket......hmmmmmmm
Barack Hussein Obama is not an African American, born Muslim, his father come to U.S. from Kenya, Africa to study, meets his mother at age of 18 got her pregnant and returned home. He was not a U.S. citizen she divorced him and remarried another Muslim from Jakarta,Indonisia both fathers raised Obama as Muslim, the mother divorced again. Then Barack Obama got involved with drugs, that's when his white grand parents started to help him.
Rev. Jeremiah Wright has all Barack's dark closets, that's why he refused to denounce him and claims he is family AND INTRODUCED HIM TOTHE CHRISTIANITY. This guy has an Agenda--how can we find out if he is not a domestic terrorist or has a homegrown cell? Those type of agendas are planned for years!!!! BEWARE AMERICA---- BARACK OBAMA--REVIVED THE RACIAL PROBLEM AND EN MARCHE FOR A BIGGER TERRORIST EVENT. OBAMA SAID "I WILL NOT DISHOWN REV. JEREMIAH WRIGHT'
#1113 It seens to me that you're saying 87% of America is uneducated.....hummmmmmmmmm I guess people that don't agree with you are automatically stupid? You need to wake up from LaLa Land! I was never going to vote for Obama, I guess for being uneducated I only have my common sense.
Ida: And you know all this how - through your crystal ball, reading Gretas mind, Ted's mind. Voodoo thats it! I got it now! YOur kinda scary Ida. (I'm now in the process of shutting out my thoughts so Ida can not read them - shutting dowwwwwwnnnnnn)
Frankly, I am amazed at the ignorance of sentence structure, spelling and general grammar by some of the writers above. Did you not take advantage of the US government sponsored schools here in the USA and get any education at all? If this kind of ignorance and stupidity is the basis for voting rights in the USA, I think it is time for me to go back to Russia. Obama, probably is more a socialist than many in my old country.
#967 is VERY intelligent and on point! I am a young black professional woman who happens to agree with her 1,000,000%! He is a liability and he needs to drop out of the race...and politics for that matter! He makes all black people look real suspect! Not all black churches ( in fact, not most ) preach hatred like Rev. Wrong's church! he is very weak and has no insight or judgement. and, evidently, words DO matter to him! he's a fraud! and neither I, or my BLACK family, will EVER vote for him. he is NOT GOOD FOR AMERICA!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Since I'm so uneducated I felt the need to write 87% of Americans is instead of are uneducated.... military wife you are so right!!!!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
To #1003, There is more reverse discrimination in this country today, than racism against black people. Your experience in the work force happens to people of all ethnicities and races. It happened to my sister. Your vicious comments about Bill Clinton, demonstrate YOUR prejudice against white people. Whether you like Bill Clinton or not, no one has ever accused him of being racist, because it's simply not true. And you need to get your facts straight...McCain has never been aligned with Bush...quite the contrary. I can understand you being upset about the revelations about Obama, but don't twist the truth. He has been going to a church for 20 years that has a racist, anti-American pastor. That can only say one thing. He agrees with that kind of thinking and there is NO excuse for that.
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
Alexander - PLEASE let me buy you a ticket out of Dodge. Golly gee, were solly here dat were nott as smartt as som a you gys are duh! Cann ya ever forgiv us pore dumm edjacated dummmeees! Anyone want to chip in and ship this guy OUT OF AMERICA!???
PRESIDENT OBAMA HA HA HA. ALL OF YOU BLACK HATERS NEED TO GET USED TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE USA NAME. SAY IT WITH ME. O B A M A!!!!!I CAN TELL THAT MAJORITY OF POSTER HERE CAN ARE RACIST JUST BY HOW EASY THE WORD NIGGER COMES THROUGH HERE, BUT NO ONE HAS SPOKE OUT ABOUT THAT. SHAME ON YOU BLACK HATERS OR IN SOME OF YOU WHITE RACIST PEOPLE'S WORDS NIGGER HATER. YOU WOULD NOT HAVE EVEN CONSIDERED HIM BEFORE THE PREACHER INCIDENT. YOU WOULDN'T HAVE VOTED FOR HIM BECAUSE OF HIS BLACK SKIN.
PRESIDENT OBAMA HA HA HA. ALL OF YOU BLACK HATERS NEED TO GET USED TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE USA NAME. SAY IT WITH ME. O B A M A!!!!!I CAN TELL THAT MAJORITY OF POSTER HERE ARE RACIST JUST BY HOW EASY THE WORD NIGGER COMES THROUGH HERE, BUT NO ONE HAS SPOKE OUT ABOUT THAT. SHAME ON YOU BLACK HATERS OR IN SOME OF YOU WHITE RACIST PEOPLE'S WORDS NIGGER HATER. YOU WOULD NOT HAVE EVEN CONSIDERED HIM BEFORE THE PREACHER INCIDENT. YOU WOULDN'T HAVE VOTED FOR HIM BECAUSE OF HIS BLACK SKIN.
I think Ida is really Keith Soberman from MSNBC. Or maybe 'Chrissy' Matthews. Get out!
Greta, You looked REAL stupid trying to impose your views on your guest Ted Williams. Why ask people to come on your show if all you want to do is force them to believe what you think. You mind as well not have guest and flap your right wing BS for the whole hour!!!!!!!!!!
I would NEVER trust a man who would sell his OWN grandmother down the river to save his own hide. Obama's speech was a pathetic attempt to hoodwink America. He underestimates the American people.
PRESIDENT OBAMA HA HA HA. ALL OF YOU BLACK HATERS NEED TO GET USED TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE USA NAME. SAY IT WITH ME. O B A M A!!!!!I CAN TELL THAT MAJORITY OF POSTERS HERE ARE RACIST JUST BY HOW EASY THE WORD NIGGER COMES THROUGH HERE, BUT NO ONE HAS SPOKE OUT ABOUT THAT. SHAME ON YOU BLACK HATERS OR IN SOME OF YOU WHITE RACIST PEOPLE'S WORDS NIGGER HATER. YOU WOULD NOT HAVE EVEN CONSIDERED HIM BEFORE THE PREACHER INCIDENT. YOU WOULDN'T HAVE VOTED FOR HIM BECAUSE OF HIS BLACK SKIN.
Finally the true colors come out. What's the part " I was born a son of a black man from Kenya? What religion is practiced there? And so forth. If you are going to love your church and believe in it's teaching you will come away with those values. A smooth talker can sale you anything and leave you with nothing but false hope. Do you really want this person answering the phone at 3:oo am? His first call would probably to his freind the Reverend on what we gone to do now. Any body who has to go backwards to use Dr. King's statements to motivate the black communities for votes has a real problem and tonight proved it well.
Hey Pic A Nut - Arnt we just to dul garn lukky to have MR. Alexander sir brung is big pile of s..t, oops, i meane intelagence to our fornum? Tank Yu Mr.Alexander sur. We air so lucky to huve u corrupt oh i mean corecte us ourer spellin. Golly gee wiz. BITE ME!
Isn't it time for you to take a hike, go to sleep, so you can get up the the job that you ave here in the USA that probably pays a zillion times better than what you had back in your OWN country. Maybe one of us dumb dopes even employ your sorry arse.
Does anyone know how to ban FOX News during this election? Either you agree w them sorry bastards or you don't count.....sounds like RepubliCAN'Ts... Bill O made the statement about what WRONG W BLACK churches? Y not whats wrong will THE churches or blk & wht churches? Clownassdude-
Obama has NEVER made any inflammatory comments. Enough said. Thank you.
How could a US Senator sit and listen to such hate-filled and unpatriotic sermons and not confront Rev. Wright or walk away from the church? How could Rev. Wright have the courage to talk this way about America in the presence of a US Senator?
Did Sen Obama remove the flag pin from his lapel after 9/11 because he shares the same view as Rev. Wright on 9/11?
Here again is the double standard at it's best. No one says anything about Jerry Farwell, Pat Robertson, or the Gay Preacher out west who was President's Bush Pastor and friend. This is just another attempt by the media to blow something way out of proportion. The KKK supports and backs the Republican Party, no one says anything about that. Anti-American? I tell you what's Anti-American, letting all those people die in New Orleans, LA with no help from our government------ that's Anti-American-- real time.
Ida enough is enough. Steel City who wants a black Gomer Pyle for president....
I think Obama threw grandma under a bus...if she really said those things to a black child she is a monster. So far as Wright having a good side....Hitler liked dogs...so what!!!
STEEL CITY - YOU ARE NOT WANTED ON THIS FORUM. YOUR A BIGOT AND A RACIST. I HOPE THEY KICK YOU OFF. YOU ARE A MENTAL IDIOT! YOUR A OBOMINATION TO YOUR OWN RACE! I WISH WE COULD SHIP PEOPLE LIKE YOU TO ANOTHER PLANET! WHY DON'T YOU GO SOMEWHERE AND ROB A BANK! BY YOUR RACIST COMMENTS I'M SURE THATS CLOSE TO YOUR PRESENT PROFESSION.
Racism is alive and well living in the underbelly of all of us. Some understand it and deal with it intelligently and others let it control them. Obama and his church showed us which group they belong to. I am sorry that we have to live and deal with such a problem as skin color.
I think most of the people that watch FoxNews really was looking for a reason to bring down Obama's momentum. Bottom line many people, maybe a majority of Americans, knows that Obama would be the best candidate for the white house. But times still has not changed..... Obama's hue is too dark to be in the white house. Race is still destroying this country. Honestly I don't agree with everything Pastor Wright says but much of what he said is true. America has tried to govern the entire world killing many many women, men and children and 9/11 really showed us how other countries felt! Obama is the president for a bigger cause other than just the USA. Please look pass all the negatives and focus on the positives of Senator and President Barack Obama!
Even if Obama lose the presidency over his pastor I'm so happy he still respected his pastor's religious views! He's obviously not a sellout like many African Americans felt he was!
Sorry, to little to late, how do you vote for a person defending a person that hates America so much. Obama loves Whright, and loves America just as far as he can gets votes out of it, you can fool some people some time, but you can't fool all the people all the time.
He has done African Americans a great injustice, and for that he must pay. I say again, the Democratic party knows what to do, but they are not doing it, why, must I interpert that as support for Obama and Wright ?
Well, in my opinion, Mr. Obama has stated on several occasions that he wants to represent all peope. Well after today, it was very clear to me he doesn't want to represent me. He wants to make everyone pay for the past history of slavery. When it came out that on Friday he wasn't in the church and never heard Reverend White's comments, and then today, he admitted he was in the Church, what else is he lying about. I will be voting McCain for sure. It really bothers me that someone who was preaching to bring this Country together has done a great job of bringing the 1950-60 racial period right back. Why is it if it were a white man in Mr. Obama's situation we woud have marches galore, but when a black man says what he said, the whites are the racists! The only racism I see here is coming from a black man who wants to be President of this Country. Not with my vote and all Americans, black, white, brown or otherwise better think twice.
as an undecided voter, my decision was made after hearing the hatred in reverend wright's sermons and the fact that obama who spent 20 years listening to them along with his wife and children denied knowing the extent of the reverend's racism. How can one be a 20 year member of a church and not know the vile that was being put forth by one's spirtual counselor? Frankly, Obama is a liar and may very well harbor deep inside this racial ideals and come april in Pennsylvania I will be voiting for Hillary and in november I will vote for anyone but Obama.
To #1137, It is extremely unfortunate that someone used the "N" word. That was wrong and unacceptable, but you yourself are being racist when you say that everyone who has sent in a comment is, as you put it, a "black hater." And you need to get your facts straight. Barack Obama would not have won most of the states he won, without the white vote. You are ignorant to the facts. Nevertheless, I don't believe he will be getting as much of the white vote now, because most white people feel he has deceived them. His actions have spoken louder than his flowery words.
I guess some of us felt that America had made some progress in the last 40 or so years. It is really shocking to see and hear the horrible hate and resentment that still exists in some isolated areas of this country. Why can't some people move forward? Do they enjoy swallowing in the past and refuse to unite and learn from the mistakes of the past?
If I was in his church and this was said.I would of took my family and left. That is are rights we have in the usa is to be able to leave. If this is like other churches like this them we are in a great deal of trouble. If this would of been of happend to and church of a white rev then boy we would be a big trouble. He knows its been going on for ever. what is this world comming to. thank you
Family members can disagree. Take the adverage White Family. Most likely the Grandparents are racists, and the parents. So does this mean that the kids are racist? Ask any white family about thier parents views. They will tell you that they are racist. If not go marry a Black man or a Black woman, and bring them home to your family. Enough said. So, the prime example is right in front of your face.
Was what the Rev. said about the government true or false?
I guess all Don Imus and Michael Richardson fanss should never have allowed those men to lose their jobs and whatever else they lost for making remarks against a race. Just like Obama feels about Rev. White. I have been saying it for months now, Obama is like a lethal injection. Every place he goes he smoothes and sugar-coats extremes to make the people feel relaxed and good but in the end you're dead. On the other hand Hillary Clinton is like a rose. While she may prick and discomfort at times but in the end you get a beautiful shining bright red rose. Don't be fooled by the slick in depth persuasion of a bullshit artist.
The goodness is in the people's heart. You, don't have to go to church,to believe in god. You have to believe ,that everybody is equal regarding his color,language. That I thought about Obama. His speech today,change my opinion.I can't respect a man,who,in order to rich his ambitions,denigrate his grandmother and glorify his racist to the bon his so called mentor.He is like a mentor of my family,he said, but what about the grandmother. who loved him dearly (even he was black) . I consider him, shameless,hearless, over ambitios person, who will crush anybody and anything (even mother,grandmother some times,children)in order to achieve his ambition as his,to be PRESIDENT. I hope,for the good of our contry,he would not succeed.
Obama’s race should not matter if he is what he said he is. It is a very good speech, like always, given by Obama this morning; but is this good speaker a good candidate for the presidency of United States? I used to be a big Obama fan; however, the more I learned about him the more I feel what he said is different than what he did. Few questions hits me right after his speech – “What exactly is the “CHANGE” he has been talking about through out his presidential campaign?”, “Is he creating more racial tension when he makes the equivalent of disowning Mr. Wright with disowning the black community?”,
If like what Obama said that his white mother and white grandparents have sacrificed tremendously to bring him up to who he is today, then look around him now, the wife of his choice, the pastor he cannot disown, and the preaching he has chosen to associate himself with for the past 20 years all shows no matter how much love or effort his white half of background given him, it’s obviously Obama favors his black half of background much more. Nevertheless, he has been playing both sides of his background so well that he’s able to get what he wanted so far.
Now, thanks to Mr. Wright, I got a chance to look at Obama beyond his well-written books and nicely delivered speeches and look closely not only at his words but also at his actions. Honestly, I’m more confused now than before his “big speech” - “Who is this Obama person? Is Obama a good politician, a hypocrite, or a con artist?”
I have never been an Obama supporter. I haven't liked him since day one. I agree that he has charisma--and is compared to John F. Kennedy--but he is no Kennedy--he talks and says nothing--change change-change. I hate the fact that I am going to have to vote for someone that is 71 years old but for me there is no choice. I think of the young people that were in that church and heard that minister and to me all he did was stir the pot of hatred. I can't believe that you could belong to that church for 20 years and those beliefs were not rubbed off on Obama--I didn't believe what Imus did was right and Obama was wanting him fired right away--yet he sits in a church with a minister that to me is worse. Then again first he wasn't there at any of those sermon --now he says he was--It vote for a person for presiden of the United States and he has already been caught lying doesn't look good
I feel Obama is a very charismatic speaker, and I appreciate the fact he is trying to give voice to the racial divisions in this country. But I also feel that, if a person chooses to embrace such an angry moral and spiritual leader, there must be something in his makeup that is nurtured by that viewpoint. And the biggest question I have is, "why would someone want to take their sweet innocent daughters to a church that has this kind of agenda, with a probability of them learning such ugliness?" Not the kind of judgment I'm looking for in a president.
Throughout the whole speech tonight he forgot one thing to put in all of his sentences. The word is black. He wants to help the black people go to school. He wants to help the black people get housing. He wants to help the black people get good jobs and become independent from the government help. He wants to help the black people get child and health care. I only have one question. What is he going to do with the poor white people of America?. I am one of them who needs the government to help my family.
Black or white is not the issue, this guy scares me I would not feel safe with him as head of our country. Now everyone must realize that he does not tell the truth and why has it taken this long for this to come out about his Pastor .He has come out of nowhere and not everything is above board as he would like us to believe.
Sen. Obama, said in part, that he strongly disagreed with some of comments and statements that his pastor made and then went on to say in the same sentence, "just as I'm sure many of you have disagreed with things your own pastors have said.." I'm paraphrasing but I think I got the quote right as to its intent. That statement floored me. I have NOT heard my pastor make racist or hateful comments about anyone, at any time, for any reason. My pastor has not preached hate about any race, any religion or any ethnicity. If he had, my family and I would not attend that church one single day longer. The statement was offensive on its face because it assumes that the rest of the country doesn't have the integrity to hold our pastors to the ideals preached about in our Bible. I don't know which teaching of Jesus Obama has been listending to, but Jesus as not about hating, He was and is about love, redemtion, grace, mercy and kindness. All of those traits are diametrically opposed to the hate being preached by Wright. His assertion that he did not know has now evolved into I heard but do not agree with. This is offensive in that is supposes we cannot think and understand that most sane people do not stay in a church in which they do not agree with the pastor. A pastor, by definition, is NOT just a preacher, they are the leader, the guiding human force, the shepherd that leads the flock in its mentality and spirituality. This man has preached hate and racism and Obama must, deep down, agree with those teachings in order to stay and participate in the church for 20 years. To think otherwise is naive.
Lastly, Obama's assertions that the "Reagan Revolution" was the product of ingrained, subtle racism on the part of rich white republicans is insulting to the core. He should be ashamed of himself for even suggesting it and that statement coming near the end of the speech was a suggestion that he was justifying his own beliefs.
What are we to believe now? I'm sorry if some are offended by my comments, but they are my opinion and I believe justly held.
Good day.
I keep hearing these news media guys say all they hear at church is about peace and love, etc. Obviously, these people have never read their bibles. Jesus came to conquer and divide, separate right from wrong, expose and even condemn the political systems of this world, who falsely claim they are the end all be all, and not God. Rev. Wright is no more anti-American than Jesus was anti-semetic. This is just an another opportunity for the media stir up the scare factor of "rural" Americans.
READ YOUR BIBLES
Obama has a destiny ordained by God and this will not impede it!
all i know is if a white person was talking like that pastor was about muslims ,blacks not only would there be a march protesting that person, that persn would be in alot of trouble with black leaders or muslim people would sue this is now about race everyone see's it hears it but are afraid to say it. but god help a white person if they ever talk and say anything . what that pastor preached about white people was terrible and if thats obama's pastor well it speaks for itself i would not vote for him .
The nasty and bigoted comments directed at Obama are from many of the exact same people he addressed. He tactfully delivered an eloquent and legitimate speech that spoke to the condition of our society concerning race, which has to eventually be acknowledged by those who choose to carry on in denial of the flaws that America's Americans ail from.
Barack Obama had been a presidential candidate for more than a year before he outright repudiated his long-time pastor for racially charged, anti-U.S. sermons. But when talk show host Don Imus was in hot water 11 months ago for racially insensitive comments, Obama was the first candidate to call for his firing.
When asked about the different responses to his pastor and to Imus, Obama spokesman Tommy Vietor questioned the premise of the comparison and defended Obama’s response in each case.
“He spoke out both times, so it’s entirely consistent,” he told FOXNews.com Tuesday.
Click here to see the original ABC News interview with Obama.
Click here to see Obama discuss the Imus fallout on MSNBC.
Obama — who in a major speech Tuesday decried controversial remarks by the Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr. dating back to 2001 — called for Imus to be fired just one week after Imus made the remarks in April 2007, two months after Obama had announced his candidacy.
“There’s nobody on my staff who would still be working for me if they made a comment like that about anybody of any ethnic group. And I would hope that NBC ends up having that same attitude,” Obama told ABC News in an April 11 interview.
Imus ignited public outcry for calling members of the women’s basketball team at Rutgers University “nappy-headed hos” on his popular morning talk show.
The controversy dogged Imus, even after he issued an apology to the team and met with the players personally seeking forgiveness.
The public atonement wasn’t enough to save his job. He was fired by CBS Radio and by MSNBC, which produced the TV simulcast, but since then he has returned to radio with a show on WABC-AM in New York that started in December.
Obama said in the 2007 ABC interview he would never appear again on Imus’ show.
“He didn’t just cross the line,” Obama said. “He fed into some of the worst stereotypes that my two young daughters are having to deal with today in America.”
In the case of Wright, Obama denies ever personally hearing his pastor give sermons that blamed the U.S. government for HIV and cast the country as institutionally racist. But Obama has had a 20-year relationship with Wright, and on Tuesday he said he knew Wright had made controversial remarks.
When some of Wright’s remarks were publicized last year, Obama rescinded an invitation for Wright to speak at his Feb. 10, 2007, presidential announcement.
Obama didn’t outright condemn Wright’s views until last Friday, but Vietor said Obama had started putting the issue to rest long before now.
“He denounced specific comments months ago and he gave a thoughtful speech today,” Vietor said Tuesday.
STEEL CITY - You are ONE SCARY DUDE! People like you make my skin crawl. No wonder you like Obama and Wright! You probably just got dropped down from Feracon (or whatever that bigots name is)'s space ship. I think its ready to lift off. Please, be by guest, JOIN HIM! You are one of the most ignorant stupid people I've ever met on a forum.
I keep hearing these news media guys say all they hear at church is about peace and love, etc. Obviously, these people have never read their bibles. Jesus came to conquer and divide, separate right from wrong, expose and even condemn the political systems of this world, who falsely claim they are the end all be all, and not God. Rev. Wright is no more anti-American than Jesus was anti-semetic. This is just an another opportunity for the media stir up the scare factor of "rural" Americans.
READ YOUR BIBLES
Obama has a destiny ordained by God and this will not impede it!
Barack Obama had been a presidential candidate for more than a year before he outright repudiated his long-time pastor for racially charged, anti-U.S. sermons. But when talk show host Don Imus was in hot water 11 months ago for racially insensitive comments, Obama was the first candidate to call for his firing.
When asked about the different responses to his pastor and to Imus, Obama spokesman Tommy Vietor questioned the premise of the comparison and defended Obama’s response in each case.
“He spoke out both times, so it’s entirely consistent,” he told FOXNews.com Tuesday.
Click here to see the original ABC News interview with Obama.
Click here to see Obama discuss the Imus fallout on MSNBC.
Obama — who in a major speech Tuesday decried controversial remarks by the Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr. dating back to 2001 — called for Imus to be fired just one week after Imus made the remarks in April 2007, two months after Obama had announced his candidacy.
“There’s nobody on my staff who would still be working for me if they made a comment like that about anybody of any ethnic group. And I would hope that NBC ends up having that same attitude,” Obama told ABC News in an April 11 interview.
Imus ignited public outcry for calling members of the women’s basketball team at Rutgers University “nappy-headed hos” on his popular morning talk show.
The controversy dogged Imus, even after he issued an apology to the team and met with the players personally seeking forgiveness.
The public atonement wasn’t enough to save his job. He was fired by CBS Radio and by MSNBC, which produced the TV simulcast, but since then he has returned to radio with a show on WABC-AM in New York that started in December.
Obama said in the 2007 ABC interview he would never appear again on Imus’ show.
“He didn’t just cross the line,” Obama said. “He fed into some of the worst stereotypes that my two young daughters are having to deal with today in America.”
In the case of Wright, Obama denies ever personally hearing his pastor give sermons that blamed the U.S. government for HIV and cast the country as institutionally racist. But Obama has had a 20-year relationship with Wright, and on Tuesday he said he knew Wright had made controversial remarks.
When some of Wright’s remarks were publicized last year, Obama rescinded an invitation for Wright to speak at his Feb. 10, 2007, presidential announcement.
Obama didn’t outright condemn Wright’s views until last Friday, but Vietor said Obama had started putting the issue to rest long before now.
“He denounced specific comments months ago and he gave a thoughtful speech today,” Vietor said Tuesday.
OH HOW STUPID YOU RACIST ARE. I AM A MIXED MAN FROM THE STEEL CITY JUST CALLING IT LIKE I SEE IT. I LOVE MY WHITE MOM AND MY BLACK DAD AND PROUD OF BOTH SIDES. I KNOW OBAMA IS WHERE HE IS BECAUSE OF WHITE PEOPLE CAUSE ALL OF MY FAMILY ARE VOTING FOR HIM. I WAS NOT TALKING ABOUT ALL WHITE PEOPLE, JUST THE RACIST ONES ON HERE. I CAN TELL YOU READ WHAT YOU WANTED TO READ. I DIDNT SAY ALL.
O B A M A 08
Despite what all others might feel about Mr. Obama, I still believe that his candidacy is a big mistake, because he does not represent the average African-American in this country. I believe this because I am African-American who grew-up in this country and went to school here. From what I understand, Mr. Obama spent most of his childhood outside of America, and only became a part of it after his completion of college and law school. He says in his recent speak that he is the grandson of a white grandmother, who used the derogatory remarks towards the black race. The one thing we have not heard him say that he is linked and any way to slavery in this country, and the reason is that he is not, and therefore, he does not represent the same thing that might be found in someone whose ancestry is linked to African slaves in this country. The way I see it, he is an outsider who is black, but not a black American whose ancestry is linked to Slavery in America. I am not a supporter of Mr. Obama.
I wanted to be involved and write a comment here. I cannot include myself in a group of people that do not display the ability to write with correct grammar and spelling. Do these same people have any ability to really evaluate Senator Obama's candidacy?
Please avail yourselves of a decent education and inform yourselves through the full spectrum of the media...all sides of the political spectrum.
It is my personal belief that Senator Obama when swearing in using the Koran stopped all future upward movement in his career. He as well as countless African-Americans have constantly been in issues that play the race card. I'm 53 years old and have no debt to repay for my ancestors. The black people were freed and the Jewish people saved. My Grandmother came from Naples Italy, so what. I'm not Italian-American. I'm American. That's in our history. I'm a retired military veteran and sick to death of the way this country is being dismantled by the liberal democratic party. We need a leader that will pull this country out of the quicksand and show the world that we are a super power that will stand together. United we stand devided we fall never rang louder. The democrats want to lead this great nation in a socialist way. The people of this country are taking far to many handouts and need to start fending for themselves. As far as I'm concerned the democratic party needs to start over and get these two candidates out of the fire. We know that will not happen so all I can say is go conservatives...!
Barack Obama had been a presidential candidate for more than a year before he outright repudiated his long-time pastor for racially charged, anti-U.S. sermons. But when talk show host Don Imus was in hot water 11 months ago for racially insensitive comments, Obama was the first candidate to call for his firing.
When asked about the different responses to his pastor and to Imus, Obama spokesman Tommy Vietor questioned the premise of the comparison and defended Obama’s response in each case.
“He spoke out both times, so it’s entirely consistent,” he told FOXNews.com Tuesday.
Click here to see the original ABC News interview with Obama.
Click here to see Obama discuss the Imus fallout on MSNBC.
Obama — who in a major speech Tuesday decried controversial remarks by the Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr. dating back to 2001 — called for Imus to be fired just one week after Imus made the remarks in April 2007, two months after Obama had announced his candidacy.
“There’s nobody on my staff who would still be working for me if they made a comment like that about anybody of any ethnic group. And I would hope that NBC ends up having that same attitude,” Obama told ABC News in an April 11 interview.
Imus ignited public outcry for calling members of the women’s basketball team at Rutgers University “nappy-headed hos” on his popular morning talk show.
The controversy dogged Imus, even after he issued an apology to the team and met with the players personally seeking forgiveness.
The public atonement wasn’t enough to save his job. He was fired by CBS Radio and by MSNBC, which produced the TV simulcast, but since then he has returned to radio with a show on WABC-AM in New York that started in December.
Obama said in the 2007 ABC interview he would never appear again on Imus’ show.
“He didn’t just cross the line,” Obama said. “He fed into some of the worst stereotypes that my two young daughters are having to deal with today in America.”
In the case of Wright, Obama denies ever personally hearing his pastor give sermons that blamed the U.S. government for HIV and cast the country as institutionally racist. But Obama has had a 20-year relationship with Wright, and on Tuesday he said he knew Wright had made controversial remarks.
When some of Wright’s remarks were publicized last year, Obama rescinded an invitation for Wright to speak at his Feb. 10, 2007, presidential announcement.
Obama didn’t outright condemn Wright’s views until last Friday, but Vietor said Obama had started putting the issue to rest long before now.
“He denounced specific comments months ago and he gave a thoughtful speech today,” Vietor said Tuesday.
I'm been a member of a couple of churches over a 30 year period, the pastor sets the tone of the congregation its a simple fact of life, I've seen the men in the church sport a mustache if the pastor does, lend a helping hand if the pastor does, people emulate the pastor much like children do their fathers (or uncle in BHO's case). Either BHO is purely an opportunist taking advantage of the largest church in his voting district or he (as he states) is a part of that church family, emulating his pastor. You do not attend a church for 20 years and not know EXACTLY what's going on there even if you only attended part of the time. HE LIED & the values of his mentor who has been a guide to him should more than concern American citizens. BHO's natural talent in oratory does not carry the day.
Posts: #990, #1019, #1062, #1070, #1075, #1076, #1083, #1091, #1100, #1124......I very deeply thank all of you for your positive comments. I really love serving this country for all of our freedom. God bless all of you and good night.
We all need to pray that Obama doesn't get elected. I believe he is either a lying radical black extremist or a closet Muslim who intends to take this country down if elected to our highest office. I believe that we are in the last days and it is very possible even that He may be the anti-Christ.
If I wasn't a born again Christian I would be VERY afraid!
Wake up people and may God have mercy on America!
To #1147, The KKK has never backed the Republican Party! You sound like a crackpot! Are you unaware that Lincoln was a Republican, and he freed the slaves! You need to read a history book. And none of those other ministers you named have ever spewed the kind of racist, anti-American hatred that Wright has. Get your facts straight.
OBAMA, KEEP THAT WARM SMILE "GOD IS GOING TO TURN IT AROUND FOR YOUR GOOD".
OH HOW STUPID YOU RACIST ARE. I AM A MIXED MAN FROM THE STEEL CITY JUST CALLING IT LIKE I SEE IT. I LOVE MY WHITE MOM AND MY BLACK DAD AND PROUD OF BOTH SIDES. I KNOW OBAMA IS WHERE HE IS BECAUSE OF WHITE PEOPLE CAUSE ALL OF MY FAMILY ARE VOTING FOR HIM. I WAS NOT TALKING ABOUT ALL WHITE PEOPLE, JUST THE RACIST ONES ON HERE. I CAN TELL YOU READ WHAT YOU WANTED TO READ. I DIDNT SAY ALL. O B A M A 08
I am apauled to think that a Pastor would speak that way. No Christian would speak that way, let alone a Pastor of a church. I will not vote for Obama, and how did this man become a Senator, anyway? He puts on a false front, the same as Hillery Clinton does. She is the type who smiles at your face while she stabs you in the back. Neither Obama nor Clinton are fit to run this Great Country of ours...
Barack Obama had been a presidential candidate for more than a year before he outright repudiated his long-time pastor for racially charged, anti-U.S. sermons. But when talk show host Don Imus was in hot water 11 months ago for racially insensitive comments, Obama was the first candidate to call for his firing. When asked about the different responses to his pastor and to Imus, Obama spokesman Tommy Vietor questioned the premise of the comparison and defended Obama’s response in each case. “He spoke out both times, so it’s entirely consistent,” he told FOXNews.com Tuesday. Click here to see the original ABC News interview with Obama. Click here to see Obama discuss the Imus fallout on MSNBC. Obama — who in a major speech Tuesday decried controversial remarks by the Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr. dating back to 2001 — called for Imus to be fired just one week after Imus made the remarks in April 2007, two months after Obama had announced his candidacy. “There’s nobody on my staff who would still be working for me if they made a comment like that about anybody of any ethnic group. And I would hope that NBC ends up having that same attitude,” Obama told ABC News in an April 11 interview. Imus ignited public outcry for calling members of the women’s basketball team at Rutgers University “nappy-headed hos” on his popular morning talk show. The controversy dogged Imus, even after he issued an apology to the team and met with the players personally seeking forgiveness. The public atonement wasn’t enough to save his job. He was fired by CBS Radio and by MSNBC, which produced the TV simulcast, but since then he has returned to radio with a show on WABC-AM in New York that started in December. Obama said in the 2007 ABC interview he would never appear again on Imus’ show. “He didn’t just cross the line,” Obama said. “He fed into some of the worst stereotypes that my two young daughters are having to deal with today in America.” In the case of Wright, Obama denies ever personally hearing his pastor give sermons that blamed the U.S. government for HIV and cast the country as institutionally racist. But Obama has had a 20-year relationship with Wright, and on Tuesday he said he knew Wright had made controversial remarks. When some of Wright’s remarks were publicized last year, Obama rescinded an invitation for Wright to speak at his Feb. 10, 2007, presidential announcement. Obama didn’t outright condemn Wright’s views until last Friday, but Vietor said Obama had started putting the issue to rest long before now. “He denounced specific comments months ago and he gave a thoughtful speech today,” Vietor said Tuesday.
I guess Obama should have called for the Wrong reverend Write's resignation??
Furthermore was it a racist remark that Obama himself compared his grandmother's "fears of black men walking down the street" to an extremely angry reverend White against the white power structure in America? It wasn't as bad as what White said as the way he expressed it - in full blown out discussed and anger for something seemingly white. As a reverend has he not learned that the pen is mightier then the sword. That people respond to kindness and reason and not just to being right. Obviously Obama has learned that well but Obama is still too loyal to angry ties with past issues he seemingly has with black injustice .
Our For Fathers in the North Fought and Died to Save the Blacks from Slavery
and White People Died to Hide them and Save them and there Punnishing us in the North for what the South did. But on the other hand there own people in Africa would KILL the ones that they couldn't SELL. So if the South had not BOUGHT them for Slaves, NUN OF THE ONES COMPLAINING WOULD BE ALIVE ANY PLACE IN THE WORLD TO COMPLAIN! What in the World did what our For Fathers Saved Turn out too be. I'll bet there turning over in there Graves. God Bless America!
I read several post that asks the question that BO has been a candidate for over a year now, but why is this issue with his pastor/mentor now coming out. The reason is that 86% of the news media is controlled by left-wing radicals and they are not going to stir up any "stink" on any Demo that they feel can win the election this November. Fox is the only media unit that has given this issue any credence. And frankly, I don't think they brought it up until now because they didn't really feel BO had a chance to win the nomination, the feeling was that Sen. Clinton would win the nomination hands down.
#1178 Dawn - Gee Dawn sorry to see you go - we'll really miss you. Your a real piece of work! Go take a pill and go to bed. Your one stupid dupus dawney! Let me also include. My husband served our company and can't spell too good. But he went and protected b.....s like you! Your a real piece of work. Take your scrawney arse and go see a shrink!
Barack Obama had been a presidential candidate for more than a year before he outright repudiated his long-time pastor for racially charged, anti-U.S. sermons. But when talk show host Don Imus was in hot water 11 months ago for racially insensitive comments, Obama was the first candidate to call for his firing. When asked about the different responses to his pastor and to Imus, Obama spokesman Tommy Vietor questioned the premise of the comparison and defended Obama’s response in each case. “He spoke out both times, so it’s entirely consistent,” he told FOXNews.com Tuesday. Click here to see the original ABC News interview with Obama. Click here to see Obama discuss the Imus fallout on MSNBC. Obama — who in a major speech Tuesday decried controversial remarks by the Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr. dating back to 2001 — called for Imus to be fired just one week after Imus made the remarks in April 2007, two months after Obama had announced his candidacy. “There’s nobody on my staff who would still be working for me if they made a comment like that about anybody of any ethnic group. And I would hope that NBC ends up having that same attitude,” Obama told ABC News in an April 11 interview. Imus ignited public outcry for calling members of the women’s basketball team at Rutgers University “nappy-headed hos” on his popular morning talk show. The controversy dogged Imus, even after he issued an apology to the team and met with the players personally seeking forgiveness. The public atonement wasn’t enough to save his job. He was fired by CBS Radio and by MSNBC, which produced the TV simulcast, but since then he has returned to radio with a show on WABC-AM in New York that started in December. Obama said in the 2007 ABC interview he would never appear again on Imus’ show. “He didn’t just cross the line,” Obama said. “He fed into some of the worst stereotypes that my two young daughters are having to deal with today in America.” In the case of Wright, Obama denies ever personally hearing his pastor give sermons that blamed the U.S. government for HIV and cast the country as institutionally racist. But Obama has had a 20-year relationship with Wright, and on Tuesday he said he knew Wright had made controversial remarks. When some of Wright’s remarks were publicized last year, Obama rescinded an invitation for Wright to speak at his Feb. 10, 2007, presidential announcement. Obama didn’t outright condemn Wright’s views until last Friday, but Vietor said Obama had started putting the issue to rest long before now. “He denounced specific comments months ago and he gave a thoughtful speech today,” Vietor said Tuesday. I guess Obama should have called for the Wrong reverend Write's resignation??
OH HOW STUPID YOU RACIST ARE. I AM A MIXED MAN FROM THE STEEL CITY JUST CALLING IT LIKE I SEE IT. I LOVE MY WHITE MOM AND MY BLACK DAD AND PROUD OF BOTH SIDES. I KNOW OBAMA IS WHERE HE IS BECAUSE OF WHITE PEOPLE CAUSE ALL OF MY FAMILY ARE VOTING FOR HIM. I WAS NOT TALKING ABOUT ALL WHITE PEOPLE, JUST THE RACIST ONES ON HERE. I CAN TELL YOU READ WHAT YOU WANTED TO READ. I DIDNT SAY ALL. O B A M A 08
Barack Obama had been a presidential candidate for more than a year before he outright repudiated his long-time pastor for racially charged, anti-U.S. sermons. But when talk show host Don Imus was in hot water 11 months ago for racially insensitive comments, Obama was the first candidate to call for his firing. When asked about the different responses to his pastor and to Imus, Obama spokesman Tommy Vietor questioned the premise of the comparison and defended Obama’s response in each case. “He spoke out both times, so it’s entirely consistent,” he told FOXNews.com Tuesday. Click here to see the original ABC News interview with Obama. Click here to see Obama discuss the Imus fallout on MSNBC. Obama — who in a major speech Tuesday decried controversial remarks by the Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr. dating back to 2001 — called for Imus to be fired just one week after Imus made the remarks in April 2007, two months after Obama had announced his candidacy. “There’s nobody on my staff who would still be working for me if they made a comment like that about anybody of any ethnic group. And I would hope that NBC ends up having that same attitude,” Obama told ABC News in an April 11 interview. Imus ignited public outcry for calling members of the women’s basketball team at Rutgers University “nappy-headed hos” on his popular morning talk show. The controversy dogged Imus, even after he issued an apology to the team and met with the players personally seeking forgiveness. The public atonement wasn’t enough to save his job. He was fired by CBS Radio and by MSNBC, which produced the TV simulcast, but since then he has returned to radio with a show on WABC-AM in New York that started in December. Obama said in the 2007 ABC interview he would never appear again on Imus’ show. “He didn’t just cross the line,” Obama said. “He fed into some of the worst stereotypes that my two young daughters are having to deal with today in America.” In the case of Wright, Obama denies ever personally hearing his pastor give sermons that blamed the U.S. government for HIV and cast the country as institutionally racist. But Obama has had a 20-year relationship with Wright, and on Tuesday he said he knew Wright had made controversial remarks. When some of Wright’s remarks were publicized last year, Obama rescinded an invitation for Wright to speak at his Feb. 10, 2007, presidential announcement. Obama didn’t outright condemn Wright’s views until last Friday, but Vietor said Obama had started putting the issue to rest long before now. “He denounced specific comments months ago and he gave a thoughtful speech today,” Vietor said Tuesday. I guess Obama should have called for the Wrong reverend Write's resignation??
Obama Got Smoked out Now he is trying to spin out of trouble .
And doing a very poor job of it in my estimation . How do you compare your Grandma to that hate mongering preacher .... Or does he know something WE don't ??
Wow, I just read a post on here that said BO will become president because it is fortold in the Bible. Must be from another Rev. Wright follower. I hope no one really believes God helps false prophets come to power. Read your Bible.
#1192 - gee whiz - i made a typo - i meant COUNTRY not COMPANY. Gee Dawn can ya ever forgive me you idiotic moron
STEEL CITY: Sorry = your racist behavior is out of the bag. You sound like Obama Hussein now. You say one thing than back track and say "oh golly gee - i didn't mean everybody on here". You did AND YOUR THE BIGGIST RACIST I'VE EVER SEEN OR KNOW IN MY 60 YEARS OF LIFE. Your filthy mouth makes me sick. I bet your Mom and Dad are soooo proud! Get some therapy cause big boy YOU NEED IT
Barack Obama had been a presidential candidate for more than a year before he outright repudiated his long-time pastor for racially charged, anti-U.S. sermons. But when talk show host Don Imus was in hot water 11 months ago for racially insensitive comments, Obama was the first candidate to call for his firing. When asked about the different responses to his pastor and to Imus, Obama spokesman Tommy Vietor questioned the premise of the comparison and defended Obama’s response in each case. “He spoke out both times, so it’s entirely consistent,” he told FOXNews.com Tuesday. Click here to see the original ABC News interview with Obama. Click here to see Obama discuss the Imus fallout on MSNBC. Obama — who in a major speech Tuesday decried controversial remarks by the Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr. dating back to 2001 — called for Imus to be fired just one week after Imus made the remarks in April 2007, two months after Obama had announced his candidacy. “There’s nobody on my staff who would still be working for me if they made a comment like that about anybody of any ethnic group. And I would hope that NBC ends up having that same attitude,” Obama told ABC News in an April 11 interview. Imus ignited public outcry for calling members of the women’s basketball team at Rutgers University “nappy-headed hos” on his popular morning talk show. The controversy dogged Imus, even after he issued an apology to the team and met with the players personally seeking forgiveness. The public atonement wasn’t enough to save his job. He was fired by CBS Radio and by MSNBC, which produced the TV simulcast, but since then he has returned to radio with a show on WABC-AM in New York that started in December. Obama said in the 2007 ABC interview he would never appear again on Imus’ show. “He didn’t just cross the line,” Obama said. “He fed into some of the worst stereotypes that my two young daughters are having to deal with today in America.” In the case of Wright, Obama denies ever personally hearing his pastor give sermons that blamed the U.S. government for HIV and cast the country as institutionally racist. But Obama has had a 20-year relationship with Wright, and on Tuesday he said he knew Wright had made controversial remarks. When some of Wright’s remarks were publicized last year, Obama rescinded an invitation for Wright to speak at his Feb. 10, 2007, presidential announcement. Obama didn’t outright condemn Wright’s views until last Friday, but Vietor said Obama had started putting the issue to rest long before now. “He denounced specific comments months ago and he gave a thoughtful speech today,” Vietor said Tuesday. I guess Obama should have called for the Wrong reverend Write's resignation??
It makes me sick to see Senator Obama trying to defend his position concerning his pastor, and his own grandmother. Not only did he “throw his grandmother UNDER the bus", he threw her to the BACK of the bus, too! I think this will hurt him for his entire campaign and this will be just one of his many demises.
His credibility and personal character are NOW in question, as it should be. It appeared to me that he does not think for himself. Nor does he consider the entire people of the United States of America.
The best thing the American people can do, is educate themselves on all the issues, and what each candidate stands for. REAL knowledge is REAL power.
I'll take the old feisty McCain that will give his life for the America he loves, and supports whole heartily. The other two candidates are out for themselves, and truly NOT independent thinkers. Their loyalties are in question. Too bad, so sad, but, Senator Obama brought this all on himself, and he has only himself to blame. Hatred, and racism has no place in the 21Century, in the United States of America! Senator Obama needs a reality check badly. I feel pity for him, but he is getting what he asked for.
In closing, I was sitting on the fence for who I was going to vote for in the fall, not anymore; I'm voting for Senator McCain! I believe he will stand his ground. Being the maverick he is, is so refreshing after seeing Senators Clinton, and Obama in action. While these two lost souls are out there fighting it out it out with each other, Senator McCain is going about business, and educating himself on the issues, etc.
Sorry Senator Obama, your views are coming home to roast you, by your own admissions. God Bless America!
If Obama is willing to throw his grandmother under the bus instead of a racist pastor, what's instore for nonrelatives (rest of us in America). If that's a leader, GOD help us
From Dr. Phil to Obama, Ophra Winfrey holds on to her record of picking the ultra-doubtful person again.
obama said he didnt know nuthin about his paster on friday and then flipp flopped and came on t.v. today ta say that he did know about his pastor well i alreadyy knew that he knew about his pastor and i do appreciate obama coming out and being truthful but hee should have been straight upp to began with so it makes me wonder if he were in the white house would he be dishonest to the public about other things ????? so i have now come to figure out where i am with this....... i really want clinton for president but if obama becomes the democratic nominee i will be forced to vote for himm because there is no wayy i can vote for mccain due to not wanting to be at war for the next 100 years so i guess i would just be stuck 2 vote for obama but hopefullyy clinton will pull threw so i can vote for someone that doesnt wanna continue the war for the next 100 years or vote for some one that could possibly be dishonest but i rather chooz dishonest over war for another 100 years but pleeez and i say it agin pleeez pleez pleez clinton help
To #1178, Please do not generalize everyone who has sent in a comment. I am an attorney, and yes, many posts have been poorly written and grammatically incorrect, but the real point of this forum is to voice an opinion. Your superior attitude is quite rude, and as far as I'm concerned, the person with the high school education has just as much right to express their opinion as I, or anyone else has.
Hatred of a race is Satan speaking. Whether it is Rev. Wright or the KKK, it is hatred. I am a conservative, not a dem or rep. I was listening to Obama and I had liked him as a human being, yet I disagreed with his poltical views. However, up until we heard about Rev. Wright, I felt Obama was honest and sincere. He has not lost my vote because he never had it. However, he and Rev. Wright lost my faith.
I urge people of all races and ethnicities to look at this issue as fairly as you are able. The question is one of judgment and honesty. At the end of the day, does Obama have the leadership abilty to govern the country?
I will vote for the candidate who is best able to lead the country as a whole, one who loves this country, and one who will serve it well.
He is now throwing his own grandmother under the bus. Nice job B.O. You stink!!
When someone has listened to hundreds of sermons by a radical minister, but says he NEVER was in the pew when that person spewed his venom and views quite REGULARLY. And he thinks it is believeable that said minister ONLY SPOKE such slander and ABYSMAL LIES only when he noticed that BA WAS NOT PRESENT. Then you must believe in the TOOTH FAIRY.
Being President requires Good Judgment and not an: "Uh oh! I was caught in the "cookie jar" excuse maker. I really think that MICHELLE OBAMA HOLDS THE VIEWS OF REV. WRIGHT VERY STRONGLY. And her influence has led BO & his ambitions astray. He is not a bad man, but a bright man who is still naive and has faulty judgment and is too WEAK TO LEAD this country in these World Critical Times.
DAWN - full spectrum of the media - ability to write correct grammar - I just bet you only graduated from the 10th grade, are sitting in your trailer with your websters checking spelling and definitions - making your self look important. People like you Dawn have to spew a little and brag a little because normally your lower on the totem pole than most and have to find a forum which you can use to make yourself appear to be something you are not! INTELLIGENT> I feel sorry for you. There are many Drs. that can help you with this affliction.
This entire topic of Obama and his so called preacher sickens me. He will not be getting my vote. I too am sick of the race card and really tired of hearing it. Right now my heart and my prayers are going out to those who lost their loved ones on 9/11 as if that was not bad enough and now these people are having have to hear something as rediculous as this by a racist preacher and someone who apparently shares this idiots views. If he didn't share this mans views, I honestly believe that he would have left that church and pastor many years ago.
He is now throwing his own grandmother under the bus. Nice job B.O. You stink!!
Does Obama realize his grandmother was talking about fears that stem from angry people like The Reverend Jeremiah White?
THE HORSEDOCTER MUST BE ON DRUGS HERE. WHAT DID I SAY THAT WAS SO DISGUSTING? I MERELY REPEATED WHAT WAS SAID IN A LOT OF THESE POST. YOUR RIGHT THESE PEOPLE ARE DISGUSTING FOR SPOUTING NIGGER NIGGER NIGGER. YOU PEOPLE NEED TO GET PAST THAT. YOU ARE THE DISGUSTING ONE'S.
I feel now that there is now no way BO can win the nomination, unless the all the white college kids continue to vote for him.
GO KB!!! RIGHT ON! Generally, i find people like Dawn the EXACT opposite of what they want to portray. This is a way for them to get attention while they look up every word they spell in their websters. A way to "appear" intelligent while really not having to "prove" it.
I'm sure white people have never ever talked badly concerning blacks nore have blacks talked badly concerning whites
Just like Jesus have never hung around thieves, prostitute, murders, liars, and have never had them preach the gospel. Because if he had, he would have been hung on a tree. I'm so glade that we leave in a country that knows best for all parts of the would. How dare Obama's pastor say anything against our country. That's why I'm voting for Mccain. Obama is trying to make blacks and white see things as he do. How can anyone hang around him.
It's been stated that some are attempting to define the ministry of Rev. Wright and his church by 'cherry picking' or focusing on a small portion of negative statements or "words" he has spoken, yet failing to look at the good work or "actions" that the church has practiced through ministries over the years. And I agree, to do that would only reveal a false picture. Both aspects must be considered. However, in this case, I believe that what we actually see happening, is described in Galatians 5:9, where the apostle Paul says, "a little leaven, leavens the whole".
I do not believe it is race or color of man's skin that defines him, but instead, it is both his "words" and "actions" that reveal the truth and intents of man's heart. You cannot separate the two, if you are searching for the 'whole' truth. It is this truth, that judges us all.
While it may be true that the "actions" of Rev. Wright and his church, reveal that they have been responsible to fulfill the gospel and 'do good' by building the kingdom through multi-ministry, it is also true that the same weight of responsibility is to 'do good' by building the kingdom in "word".
As I see it, the judgement of truth and weight of questioning upon this minister, is not regarding the work or "actions" of his church or ministry but rather the "word" coming forth from the pulpit. And although the "words" in question may only be a small portion of negative in comparison to possibly years of positive... it is the scripture in Galations 'coming to life' if you will, in it's interpretation that 'a little bit' of negative can ruin the good of the 'whole'.
The pulpit is a sacred place from which we as a people, trust that the word of truth will come forth. But if that word is compromised or tainted by man's opinions and predjudices, even in a small portion, that promotes in any measure an agenda apart from the will of God, it violates the sanctity of trust and casts a shadow over all.
Leaders such as Rev. Wright, Senators Obama, Clinton and McCain, are subject to the same temptations and frailties of us all, but when they are appointed and agree to stand in the role and speak in the authority as a leader of the people, they are indeed accountable under God for every "word" and "action" equally, to lead the people in the way of truth and unity.
I personally am not confidant with any of our candidates to the extent that I can honestly say that I know who I trust to lead our country in the right direction. But I am however, listening to their "words" and discerning their "actions". I am hopeful, but not in the candidates or their abilities. But my hope is in God, and in His abilities... and in this I find peace and I hope the same for you all.
STEEL CITY: I have been here for 6 hours and have yet to hear the "N" word accept out of your stinking mouth. Your vial, hateful and a disgrace to your race. If you had a brain in your beanie you'd know that most of us ARE NOT voting for Obama because of his skin color. Your racism and hatred are so deep along with that chip on your shoulder or you don't have the intelligence to read or check out the facts. My husband and I supported Alan Keyes, who might I remind you is Black. I never ever saw or heard the Black Community stand up and fight for him. He didn't have a chance. He is a brilliant man and I wish he'd be in this race. He's too Christian and too conservative. He'd hate your words! Alan Keyes is a man of God and a man of great quality. Too bad your black family and friends didn't spend some time and effort trying to get him into office instead of spending your time spitting venom.
#1216, it is obvious your message was from the heart.
'WORD'! Now I can go to bed!
I watched Obama give his whole speech today and I heard history repeat itself all over again. See if this rings a bell, "I did not have sexual relations with that woman, Miss Lewinsky." Here we go again.
You people not all but the ones who are comparing Don imus and his remarks to pastor Wright are ridiculous and ignorant. Don Imus specifically called a group of african american females nappy headed hoes. Pastor Wright made comments that were broad and not malicious. When we go to church it should be to hear the message through a man a woman that god has for us and still we interpret it for ourselves. Anything else is extra I don't know about y'all but in my community we are not easily influenced by other and we don't idolize and put people on a pedestal. If I was a catholic I don't think I would be going around molesting young boys because my Priest did. This world is so scary because the people who feel like Barack stands by every word his pastor says does are the ones who are molesting people because they feel like they should idolize their spiritual leader which is so backwards. I think if everyone would have a mind of their own and would stop this sensation would other people and the way they conduct their personal lives this world would be a better place. And to the ignorant comment posted earlier obama did not call is grandmother a racist. She made a racist remark he said you idiot. thats wrong with america we never really register anything before we comment or have some type of reaction. Another thing is he said his Pastor has made some controversial remarks but the specific ones on you tube and that everyone is running he has not heard of.But here we go with these misinformed news casters and commentators putting there own spin on things oh obama is contradicting himself how is hat did he say I have heard of the comments my pastor is show saying on these news channels no he said his Pastor has made controversial remarks in the past he's never heard his say anything degrading to other races. How is saying hilary was never called a nigga degrading to white people it's the truth.You people are so caught up in what this pastor says about america and the politics. what you need to remember is that he was speaking in church and jesus is not American.
HORSE DOCTOR GO BACK UP AND READ. THE WORD NIGGA WAS USED BY WHITE POSTERS ON HERE REFERRING TO OBAMA. ONE SAID DONT LET THAT NIGGER GET INTO THE WHITE HOUSE. I DON'T NEED TO MAKE THAT UP. DONT COVER UP THIS TYPE OF BEHAVIOR. ONLY PEOPLE WHO ACCEPT IT WOULD. READ IT FOR YOURSELF
#1216 AMEN and GOD BLESS
Obama is trying to set a precedent here. He's saying that it's OK to be a racist, divisive and hateful person as long as there's context for it.
If that's OK, then let me come out and say that Black people have been very racist towards the asian community. Admit it, you call us names, you wreck our shops and paint your hateful messages on our shops.
You have mugged, raped, murdered and done countless of other unspeakable things to the asian community.
Therefore, going by what Obama says it's OK, I'm going to start my own HATE campaign against Black people. In fact, you should vote for me when I run for president because if you don't, you're all a bunch of racist.
I GUESS THE HORSEDOCTOR DOESN'T WANT TO ADMIT THE TRUTH
Hate to tell you Latoya (#1220), but Obama LIED. Plain and simple. That's the issue here. Forget the "Rev" for now even though he (the "Rev") IS a racist, he IS anti-American, he IS an anti-Semite, all as evidenced by his remarks. A few days ago Obama was interviewed by Major Garrett of FOX News and he specifically stated that he never heard the "Rev" make any such remarks yet in his speech today Obama said he did. HE LIED. Wake up and smell the roses.
If some idiot used that word why does it give you the right to act as stupid as he or she. Don't be like those. Be above it. We all hurt in different ways maybe, but none will go through life without pain. Adam and Eve started this business and we all pay. You may be black and I white, but we are the same. Blood runs through our vains, we have hearts that pump, etc. THere is nothing different. I just have to spend hours in the sun risking getting melenoma cancer just to look nice and brown like you. Don't live in the past. I at 60 am finally starting to learn that. I went through grade school picked on because I was tall and skinny. I wasn't the pretty popular one so why eat lunch with me. We all suffer from one thing or another. But we can choose to let it destroy us and ruin our life here on earth or we can choose to stick our nose in the air and just accept that not all beleve as we do and not all will accept us. If you don't Steel City your life will be too painful. WOrk hard, get ahead. You can. WHen i moved to the northern part of the state I am in it was hard for me to get a job. I was 50 and working at a gas station was about the best I could get. What should I do. WHine and cry. I'd be the one killing myself. I still fight issues that hurt inside. I don't turn to the Good Lord enough and ask for his help. Another fault of mine. I have plenty. Most people here don't respond to those types of words, but remember, their only words. They can't hurt you, only IF you let them. Your a child of God. How much better is that. He loves you. Now I know that most pictures portray Jesus as white, but we know where he was born so I believe he's of brown skin while on earth. What differene does it make even if he's green. I love him. He's the one thats important. I just ask to vote for a man who is of God, for real. Don't vote color. I do so wish that Alan Keyes would have been our President. I voted for Bush, but being human don't agree with everything he does. We aren't Clones. Just take away color. Research the man. We researched and listened to Alan Keyes and thought that he would have really made a change in our country. Not his color Steel City. His soul, his faith, what he believed in. We knew in our very soul that what came out of Mr. Keyes mouth was the truth. Not lies to get elected. Probably did him in. He didn't lie or promise things he couldn't give. Maybe oneday he'll run again. He had our vote than and he'd have it today. But not Obama. That same truth in his soul, just isn't there. You can want it be there, it just isn't. Just another politician with mt promises. Hillary is no different. A big liar!!! SHe's very good at that. Well I've got to get some sleep. Maybe we'll end this with you and I getting along here. I didn't think it so in the beginning. As an old grandma of 60, just remember, words can never hurt you OR people unless you let them. GOd Bless You.
Oprah had the judgement to leave the Church but Obama didn't. Juan Williams nailed it on the head when he said that Obama didn't and wouldn't because that's his political base.
Face it, he was raised in Hawaii. He studied at the best universities. He is educated and RICH. All that talk about "Barack knows what it's like" is more BS.
Barack knows as much about growing up like a poor black kid as much as I do. So please, if you think that man represents the black community, talk to the black folks he abandoned when he allowed Rezko to run those buildings they lived in to the ground.
HORSEDOCTOR-I AM BLACK AND WHITE RAISED BY BOTH PARENTS. AND THOSE WORDS ON THIS POST DISGUST ME. I WROTE THEM REPEATING NOT STOOPING. DEGRADING OBAMA TO A NIGGER BECAUSE OF HIS PASTORS WORDS IS A SCAPEGOAT. ANYONE WHO SAYS THEY WON'T VOTE FOR HIM BASED ON THIS WASN'T GOING TO VOTE FOR HIM ANYWAY AND WAS FINDING A BS EXCUSE.
NOT ALL WHITES ARE TURNED OFF. FOX DOES NOT REPRESENT AMERICA.
I was actually rooting for Obama and took time to tune in to most of his speeches throughout this campaign. After all of this, I will definitely not root for him. Most of the world knew little about him and I knew it was a risk voting for Obama but I really believed he wanted the best for America. Now...there's just NO AUDACITY FOR HOPE for him in the white house when you associate yourself w/ a pastor like that for 20yrs.
SteelCity: I tried but that chip on your shoulder just won't go away. Live with hate, live with anger, but I'm going to bed NOW for SUre. I can only say, from your words, how full of hate you are. The sad thing is you'd vote for anyone no matter what "JUST" because he or she was black. Just for skin color. For those who are doing that I feel sorry for you. I really do. You make yourself sound more racist than anyone on here. Most here stated valed points and all you came up with was "BLACK". Do you really call that intelligent thinking? The sad thing is the rest of us will suffer if Obama gets in. Have you even checked his voting record. I guess thats a stupid question because you obviously don't care. Just Black. You've called so many racist on here and whats funny is "You've Turned Out To BE the Worst Of THem All". God Help Us. But I think God will come through. I doubt that most americans and even the intelligent black community who actually read and obtain facts will vote for him. His popularity is declining and I doubt will be elected. Praise God. Good bye - You will go through life hard and it won't be because of whites it will all of your own making. Hatred breeds a black cold heart.
The "audacity for hope" with Obama in the White House is now definitely slim to none. If Obama doesn't share the exact same views as his pastor does and condemned statements that was said by his pastor throughout his 20yrs. of attendance...then his character and ability to lead this country is VERY QUESTIONABLE!
Obama claims he wants to resolve racial divisions through out this country.
If after a 20 year relationship he couldn't open the eyes of (1) person, that being Rev Wright's eyes against racism, then how does he plan on resolving racial divisions through out the rest of this country.
I get a very sick feeling just thinking he may be our pres. i think we would be in big trouble. hitler? THE ANTICHRIST? wake up AMERICA!!!!!
If Obama was truly for unity, he'd have gone to a multiracial church.
Why did he go to Trinity and try and act like a typical black kid? Votes. That's the gist of it.
Just another politician. Well, guess whose chickens are coming home to roost now.
Any body who can sit and listen to this pastor preached such hateful speeches about our country and many other people, for as long as 20 years, like Obama did, has to be just as racial, hateful and angry like his preacher. I believe his wife's (Michelle's) speeches reaffirm my concern is right.
#1221 Didn't I hear Rev Wright say that N word in one of those Videos. Maybe it wouldn't bother Obama, after all he did attend that Church.
Quote of the day:
posted by mtdew74 on http://www.oprah.com/community/thread/40024 :
"Poor Grandmother, I hope there's plenty of room under that bus, it's getting kinda crowded."
LOL
The speech shows how BIG LIAR IS HE. Few days ago, he said, he didn't heard any bad word from his supreme, then in his speech, he said he heard few words that are uncceptable. WHAT is that. HE IS A BIG BIG BIG LIAR. Please continue to cover this story cause CNN, and other TV networks are trying to kill the story so OBAMA CAN CONTINUE HIS PRESIDENTIAL BID.. WHAT A MORON... TV NETWORKS..
Where is OPRAH NOW!!!? Is she hiding? We need to know is she is also a racist. Where are the KENNEDY'S? Are hey racist too? These people need to explain why they throw their support on him? Its stupid not knowing his background before throwing your support. It seems like they know his background so i think there supporters are some what racist too... How sad, they act like stupid politicians and i CAN'T IMAGINE OPRAH IS PART OF THIS CHURCH.. People should wake up.... Now OPRAH needs to answer all this unresolved questions about OBAMA. These people always make wrong judgement. Its proven. Check how many times they lied...
Ask yourself why he denounced Don Imus which he should have and I do too, but then ask yourself why he didn't denounce his pastor. He stated his pastor had done a lot of good, but so did Imus with his childrens rand in New Mexico. And how can he not denouce a man who is a pastor who says, not God Bless America, but God Damn America. And he says that Don Imus was disgusting because of what he said about the Rutgers basketball players and he was and how it offended is daughters because they wanted to be athlets but yet he took is daughters to listen to a man spewing hatred and insulting remarks about white folks and doesn't think a thing about it.
He needs to attend and his pastor needs to attend Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston, TX where this church with about 22,000 members is primarily made up of first, African Americans and then Hispanics, and then Caucasians and then Asians and they all go to church together and love one another regardless of race and backgr
