May I come in?

[politicasista]

Been in lurk mode the last few weeks because I didn't think I was adding anything meaningful to the group discussions. There were other reasons, but the time away has been an eye-opener.

I have been spending more time talking with the family about how this race is playing out. And it is hilarious to hear my DP (Dear Parents) talk about "them" of late and call them names that I won't mention in here. They started out as thinking that "they" were going to take the party over, but after seeing (still seeing) their true colors come out of this primary season, they are pro-Obama all the way. Even DD (Dear Dad) mentioned that "they" didn't do much to help Gore or Kerry, and hopes that the Dems will step in and stop those two from taking control of the party and stealing the nomination.

I have also been lurking over at urban blogs discussing Tavis Smiley quitting the Tom Joyner show, and I can say that I am not surprised it came to this, as unfortunate as it may be. I stopped listening to him weeks ago because of his bias towards Obama just like it was towards Kerry in 2004 (though he has come around to Kerry since then), it's just worse this time around. A lot of it had to do with Obama not showing up at his SOTBU (State of the Black Union) conference (He also rejected Michelle as a surrogate. :grr:) and the MLK event in Memphis (O did the right thing). And Bittergate is so ridiculous.

I am all for accountability, but how about accountability towards the candidate's opponents from both sides of the aisle that cheat, distort, spread lies, smears, and say or do things for political gain? That's where the problem was. His loyalty to "them" is also being tested, as is Joyner's.

I have also lurking at Kerryvision (nice site! :) and the Obama campaign blog and saw that blogpost about a townhall meeting that the good senator gave in PA two weeks ago with some nice pics and comments too. :)

For the record, I still support the good senator, and his (and Momma T's and fam) unwavering support for Obama, and his 100% Civil Rights record. It was posted in the Bay State Banner this week and last week and considering the complaints about Democrats taking AA and our votes for granted, that's impressive. :) I also saw the Youth Build clip. That was nice too.

Apologies for being long winded post, just wanted everyone to know that yes, I still support the senator's works, and am supporting Obama all the way, just in case anyone thought or thinks I am a closet supporter of the other candidate (I got into a semi-disagreement with the blogger friend supporting her that thinks Obama's supporters are "cultists." that I don't even engage in political talk anymore, if you don't support her, you are part of the Anti-C brigade :eyes:). I am so ready for the primaries to be over.


Hope everyone is doing well. :hi:

























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[Luftmensch067]

1. Nice to see you, politicasista!

And good to hear your observations and thoughts!!!:hi: :dem: :hug:

[politicasista]

2. Thanks

Nice to see you too. :hi:

[JI7]

3. good to see you again

[politicasista]

4. Thanks

Nice to see you again too. :hi: As dynamicdems said, DU is a complete zoo right now.

[JI7]

5. because the Pennsylvania Primary is about a week away

it's going to be a very nasty week. i will try to stay away but it's hard to sometimes since i want updates.

[politicasista]

6. Good idea

I have a feeling that the rest of this week is going to be nasty also.

[wisteria]

7. Good to hear from you. I was wondering where you have been. n/t

[politicasista]

9. Thanks

Hope you are doing well too. :hi:

[Inuca]

8. Hi there!

Nice to read you again :-).

[politicasista]

10. Thanks. You too!

:hi:

[MBS]

11. Greetings!

Nice to hear from you again!:hi:

[politicasista]

14. Thanks. You too!

:hi:

[karynnj]

12. It is always great to see you

Your comments here are fascinating and it is always interesting hearing what others are seeing. The changes in opinion on the Clintons we are seeing in the blogosphere are obviously not limited to the blogospere.

I agree with others that this will be a very ugly week and possibly longer. It is clear that the Clintons are not going to limit their fight in any reasonable way. It seems they are willing to gamble that no matter how ugly they win - they will gain back their reputations. The further they go with that, the harder to accept loss. At this point, a loss could solidify people's negative perceptions.

[politicasista]

13. I agree.

They are all about winning at all costs. Thanks for the post. :hi:

[beachmom]

15. Great to see you back, Politicasista. We have missed your voice here.

I suppose what you are sharing is the one silver lining out of this incredibly destructive campaign season: a realization about what the Clintons really are about.

[politicasista]

16. Bingo and thanks

I guess it's safe to say that the "them" I am referring to is the Clintons. The more they talk, the more people are beginning to see who and what they are all about.

I know I am a harsh critic of 2004 and the campaign, but I support Obama because as Kerry himself, said, he wants to end the politics of swiftboating rather than keep it going. (Ok, I am paraphrasing :)) and he doesn't seem to stab people in the back so quickly. Hint... Hopefully, he will run with that corruption thing on them, they have so many skeletons in the closet that it's almost hilarious.

Also, sometimes you just have to regain your political perspective, which is what I am been working on. :hi: