Anyone remember when we were all BEGGING for...

[YvonneCa]

...an intelligent President? We wanted someone elected who was smarter than we were? We wanted a president who completely understood issues that we struggled to understand?

I think we got him. :patriot:

[tridim]

1. Yes indeed.. He's the polar opposite of whistle-ass

We deserve him.

[Skittles]

2. I figured that out on Day One

yes INDEED

[ginnyinWI]

3. I know we did.

He never does disappoint. And his quiet confidence in himself is the bonus in the deal. He's a leader who is unshakeable.

[YvonneCa]

20. I know. Every day when he speaks about an issue...

...or legislation, or a new appointment, I am reminded that THIS is why we worked so hard for so long. I'd never expect perfection in any human being...even a President...but intelligence is a MUST. Barack Obama delivers on that every day.

The message that alone projects to the world is, "Yes, finally, America got its act together." FINALLY. :hi:

[Phoebe Loosinhouse]

4. He's a lot smarter than the cretins who "comment" and bloviate about him

If anything, he just makes them look worse.

[phantom power]

13. They should watch what they say. And watch what they do.

[donheld]

5. But still all some do is bitch about him.

Right here at DU.

[Laelth]

6. Yes, I do remember. It wasn't that long ago. n/t

:toast:

:dem:

-Laelth

[Cha]

7. Yeah, he or she had to be intelligent and

strong to take on the goperverts and their base, the corporatemediawhores.

[applegrove]

8. Yup.

[rosesaylavee]

9. Yes we do.

:kick:

And though there are a number of things I would change about the last 60 days, I very much appreciate what he is doing.

[YvonneCa]

21. Same here. But he worked hard, too, to be elected...

...and now he deserves the opportunity to use that intelligence. JMHO.

[babylonsister]

10. I think you are right!

:fistbump: I'm so grateful.

[mopinko]

11. hey, we tried to tell you. here in illinois we knew all about this smart ass.

we are very glad you all listened.
president barack obama. i still like saying that.

[TahitiNut]

16. Are you saying "I told ya so!!"?

:silly:

[mopinko]

17. as a du'er, i get to say that often.

scandals come out 6 months after they were totally hashed out here, and i get to say it. but for once i get to say it about something that is a good thing. a great thing, even.

yeah, president barack obama. i think i am still gonna like hearing that in 8 years.

[TahitiNut]

18. You and me both.

I've been saying "President Obama. Doesn't that sound good?" almost daily for over two months. (It'll never get old.)

[Mithreal]

12. It's a nice change. nt

[azmouse]

14. I couldn't be prouder.

:)

[TahitiNut]

15. Mammaries are short.

When they get long then memory gets short.

:dunce:

[bigwillq]

19. The smart thing bothers me.

Might be a bit off-topic..


Yes, Obama is a very intelligent man, and I am glad we elected an intelligent human being. He's certainly smarter than I am, and smarter than many Americans. The way a president should be.

What I'm about to write has noting to do with Obama but....

But I don't really think Obama cares that he's smarter than us. I think Obama looks to everyone as equals, and that we're all in this together no matter how smart we are, and that he's a person open to hear all sides of an issue, even from people who are "not as smart".


That's why I find it funny when the only rebuttal from some here when another DUer questions Obama is "He's smarter than you, na, na, na, na!" (paraphrasing there). Almost like we can't question Obama because we are less superior intellectually.


Obama, to me, doesn't see it that way. But that's DU for ya.

[YvonneCa]

22. Not OT at all. I agree with you that Obama...

...sees regular Americans as equals. He treats everyone with respect, and never talks down to people. I think that reflects well on him...he's a class act.

As to questioning our elected officials...that's our JOB as citizens. IMO, it's a bit childish to do the 'na, na, na' thing...unless a person is just teasing good-naturedly.

[rosesaylavee]

23. I think he is that way - treating everyone with respect

because he came from the middle class. His beginnings were humble and he's experienced what it's like to not have enough money, to see what it's like for a family member to not have work or to be underemployed. His mom and grand-mom must be very proud of their young man. He is one of the best humans to inhabit the white house ever and wouldn't be surprised if he doesn't run a close second behind Lincoln when all is said in done in about 8+ years.

[YvonneCa]

24. I, too, have great hopes for what he...

...may be able to accomplish. My hope comes from knowing he is intelligent enough to understand problems we face and find solutions, seeing that he has great empathy for all people (even those who don't agree with him), and observing that he is willing to learn from what has gone before (both in politics and policy) and builds a strong foundation for the things he proposes.

Had we elected McCain, I'd be very afraid. :7

[politicasista]

25. Kick. Yes We Did!

President Obama has a really nice, peaceful ring to it! :kick: :fistbump:

And your post :yourock: :hi:

[YvonneCa]

26. Hey, you!!! Nice to ...

...see you! :hi: Guess what? :yourock: TOO!! :)

[politicasista]

27. Thanks!

I will be back around soon. :hi: