local osider wrote on Aug 29, 2008 6:53 AM:Its nice to see that some people still have faith in humanity after 8 years of disgraceful behavior by Dick and Bush..obviously there will be doubters who cannot imagine someone like Obama actually following through with his promises...none the less...Obama understands our issues clearly and will heal America in multiple directions...no longer can the charge of racism be used by those who are not succeeding...Obama shows everyone that we can shape our own futures no matter where we come from... We need an intellectual in the white house that has a backbone made of steel...this man embodies strength and wisdom...a powerful combination. Go OBAMA!!

Ladies wrote on Aug 29, 2008 7:31 AM:I am proud to announce the first female VICE- (Wait, McCain is 71 years old, one year in office he will be 72 and probably of had a stroke.....) The first female PRESIDENT OF AMERICA! Gov. SARAH PALIN! Remember get your husbands, boyfriends and sons to vote for SARAH PALIN!

To Bad wrote on Aug 29, 2008 8:09 AM:A lot of feel good crap and Bush bashing! I was hoping to hear specifics but in Obamas usual fashion spoke in generalities. Again no plans with specifics. Sorry, taxing the heck out of those that make over $250,000 isn't going to pay for all the give aways. Renwable energy is NOT going to get us off imported oil for years, not drilling is only delaying our independence. Oh yes, he talks change in Washington? His VP is one of the longest serving Senators who has done nothing of note. So it is just more of the same. I wanted to vote for Obama but I have to stay with experience.

To To Bad wrote on Aug 29, 2008 8:27 AM:I agree all I have heard is we are for change, ask them what change? They counter with we have a plan. What is the plan brings he response we are for change. Sounds like Peoplsi a few years back.

Cardiffian wrote on Aug 29, 2008 8:37 AM:Well, "To Bad", it appears your mind is already made up and nothing can change it. Hope you enjoyed the speech anyway. As for Sarah, maybe, maybe not. Personally, I can't understand why a woman would not be pro-choice - seems counter intuitive. She may be qualified, but it reeks of desperation that McCain feels he has to choose a woman for his VP. Since he has to crater to the evangelicals, maybe he thought her gender was a silver lining to an otherwise black cloud? I did find McCains spot last night congratulating Obama on his and our country's achievment in coming so far very classy. That's the McCain I used to know and admire. If only he would show more of that side of him, he might have a chance. I thought the speech was good, had plenty of substance, and we now know what he's going to run on. Good job all around. I understand that the GOP convention maybe postponed due to the storm. Do you think any of the right wing evangelicals will read any religious significance to it? Obama/Biden 08!

they still need wrote on Aug 29, 2008 9:01 AM:a spot on the ballot that reads " none of the above". Till then- how can you feel good about voting at all ?? I don't think any of them truly represents middle class America= sorry!

American Male wrote on Aug 29, 2008 9:25 AM:Lady Sarah for Vice President!

Lady Sarah for VP wrote on Aug 29, 2008 10:13 AM:England had Lady Di now America has Lady Sarah! Long live Lady Sarah!

AmericanFemale wrote on Aug 29, 2008 10:23 AM:Sarah Palin, really? I agree with the above statement that this is desperate pandering to a voting block John McCain needs. Obama's choice, despite being an older, D.C., insider white dude, is at least strategic in a GENUINE way-he picked Biden because the team is a good compliment of skills, strengths and a blending of experience. I respect that, but what I DON'T respect is the INSULT to women EVERYWHERE that is McCain's choice of Sarah Palin. It's an insult, because we ladies know at least enough to look past her gender and see her for what she really is: inexperienced and terrible policy. Just because she doesn't look like Dick Cheney doesn't mean she's a good second in command-the country would go to hell in a handbasket with this woman in charge for more than a day. This is NOT about gender, that's why as a democrat, and a female, I voted for Obama. Please people-don't let the facade distract you from the real and incredible chance we have at turning this country around by electing Obama/Biden. Let's get these republican jokesters out of here once and for all before McCain changes his mind and selects a Beanie Baby for his running mate!

No Win Again wrote on Aug 29, 2008 10:35 AM:McCain will be another 4 years of Bush that we simply cannot afford.

Obama will be 4 years of all talk no action.

Of all the billions of people in this country ... are these two really the best we can do? Very sad.

Old Timer wrote on Aug 29, 2008 10:52 AM:The Republicans are finally abandoning the insane politics of Bush/Cheney for a more compassionate style of government. Unfortunately, they should have ousted Bush/Cheney long before now and saved our country so much grief, death, debt, lies and embarrassment. I still blame the republicans for the mess this country is in and after eight years can not, in good conscious can not give them four more years. They had their chance and now we have pedophiles, corruption, public rest room homosexuality, lies, convictions, embarrassment. No more for them. McCain and Palin represent a needed change in the Republican party, but until all the old guard are gone (or imprisioned) No way - No how.

ObushMc wrote on Aug 29, 2008 11:08 AM:If these were normal times, I'd probably vote for McCain because he's a courageous and red-blooded American. But these are not normal times. Bush has been a complete screw-up for the last eight years. I don't buy the Democrats' line that McCain is some kind of Bush toady, but he's obviously going to be a lot more like Bush than McCain is. Republicans should've thought twice before nominating a stupid hick like Bush back in 2000. Be careful what you wish for...

esteban wrote on Aug 29, 2008 11:08 AM:Look at these naive Obama followers in the photos! They look like they are watching Christ himself!!!!! Left loons, they have NO IDEA!!!!

Consider the next wrote on Aug 29, 2008 11:14 AM:60 days of Sarah said this, Sarah did that. This race is over it's Sarah by a mile.

Remember Obama is wrote on Aug 29, 2008 11:16 AM:for change! What Change? They have a plan! What plan? They are for change! Sorry McCain 08.

Disgusted or elated wrote on Aug 29, 2008 11:24 AM:McCain picked a baby machine with 2 years of government experience in the wastelands of Alaska. She was probably put into office by oil money as a pipeline deal is her only accomlishment in two years. He really scratched the bottom of the barrel with this pick. Can you imagine if he drops dead and she is the commander in chief? God save us all.

Hilarious wrote on Aug 29, 2008 11:27 AM:Palin qualified for anything? Hilarious! I can hardly wait to envision her as commander in chief with 5 kids and an infant. Hilarious! Great pick John. Shows just how out of touch you are with your base!

Dr. K - Independent wrote on Aug 29, 2008 12:10 PM:Is anyone but me tired of hearing the only line the Republicans seem to have: "Obama doesn't have a plan . . . or Obama speaks in generalities . . . or 'What is the plan brings he response we are for change. Sounds like Peoplsi a few years back.'" I'm not sure what that last challenge means but it appears to be posted from a McCain supporter. Both candidates have offered plans of similar specificity, if not similar content. Set aside your biases long enough to listen with an open mind and an open heart to both sides, then vote your conscience. In the meantime, remember that everyone has an opinion but too few have an informed opinion.

To esteban wrote on Aug 29, 2008 12:30 PM:Just wait for the RNC ... you'll see just as many clueless idiots oggling McCain as you did for Obama.

And still not a decent candidate in the bunch.

This means... wrote on Aug 29, 2008 1:06 PM:that if Esteban is for McCain I will for sure vote Obama. This really is my sign.

To To To Bad wrote on Aug 29, 2008 1:33 PM:Yep they have a plan of change. Isn't that what was said when the Dems won back the House and Senate last election? We got change all right because of their typical inaction: Mortagage crisis, Mortagage bailout to irresponsible borrowers and lenders while those of us who are responsible pay for it. Higher unemployment, oil crisis ala Jimmy Carter days, Russia beating their war drums. I think we have had all the change we can handle. Where is a Reagan when you need him?

SO SAD wrote on Aug 29, 2008 1:59 PM:Just look at the fadding flowers in the second picture, Just shows you that with enough BUD. We can suport anyone. No good choise from any party.We have not had a good choise for twenty years.So crab some more Bud. and drink up

To So Sad wrote on Aug 29, 2008 2:15 PM:Seems to me you're already halfway there! Happy Labor Day!!

local osider wrote on Aug 29, 2008 2:24 PM:All I am reading are mindless insults thrown at each other..nobody says anything that matters on this forum...Doesnt anybody have anything thoughtful to say besides me???? No wonder this county was so hard hit by the financial crisis...all a bunch of cranky idiots that write before they think!

To local osider wrote on Aug 29, 2008 3:04 PM:"We need an intellectual in the white house that has a backbone made of steel"

Let me know when you find one. I don't believe either one of them.

To local osider... wrote on Aug 29, 2008 3:30 PM:Don't you have anything thoughtful to say? You are calling everyone cranky idiots. Now that's not thoughtful at all. Welcome to politics. Let's not be a hypocrit.

former mccain vote wrote on Aug 29, 2008 4:16 PM:you know, I feel sorry for MC. I used to respect him for following his guts, being a maverick, etc. but I now wonder if he's truly senile! what is he thinking w/ this VP pick, truly scary, no doubt now that I'm voting for O.

Isnt that Ironic wrote on Aug 29, 2008 9:06 PM:Elephant Bar is liberal? Isn't that Ironic!? Maybe the Flying Donkey would be more appropriate!!

Greg in Oceanside wrote on Aug 30, 2008 5:22 PM:Obama is nothing but an orator, and his supporters are following him like lemmings. We can go on and on about 'why' you shouldn't vote for him but it'll take too much time and space. I do know I'm thoroughly sick of the bad-mouthing of America the Dems are good at, and how we need "change." I know I don't want any "change" Obama (and Biden) want to bring to our country. They want to turn the country into a welfare state. It's time for people to be accountable for themselves and not expect the government to do things for them.

McCain's pick for VP will push him over the top. I love the reaction from the Obama camp that claims Gov. Palin is too inexperienced. Hmmm, let's look at Obama's record and resume, shall we? No need, there's nothing to list or on his resume, and his greatest claim to fame (besides his Senatorial stint) was that he was a 'community organizer.' He hasn't even managed a convenience store, so what makes him think he can run a country?

Ok, let's look at Gov. Palin's; she was a mayor, is the governor of Alaska, and in charge of the AK National Guard. Sort of makes Obama look like a baboozler and a charlatan, doesn't it?

So, to all those who've been on the fence on which candidates are the best, are you ready to join us and support on the McCain/Palin? By the way, there a rally at the El Camino Country Club on Thursday 9/4, 6:00 PM, so come on over and join the team!

To Greg in Oceanside wrote on Sep 2, 2008 10:14 AM:I don't see how anyone can look at either of these candidates and think they're actually going to do anything they say.

McCain will be Bush continued ... NO THANKS!

Obama will be all talk with no substantial action ... Like we need more of that in Washington!

Palin was picked for one reason and one reason only ... The republican party wants to pull in as many of the disenfranchised Hillary supporters as possible and they're dumb enough to think putting a woman on the ticket will be enough.

Palin's experience is no better than Obama's ... just different. Unfortunately, we do have to consider whether or not Palin would make a good president considering McCain is about 102 with the health record of a 120 year old.

Once again, we are left with nothing more than the lesser of two evils. Which one is the lesser is a matter of opinion, but anyone who thinks either one of these candidates are actually going to bring anything new to the table (let alone run with it) is just plain kidding themselves.

Of course, I don't suppose it really matters anyway since it's the electors that determine the winner and not the voters.

Have fun at your party on Thursday. I've yet to see anything on either side worthy of my support.