Colin Powell endorses Obama

[Gerry]

Whether you have made up your mind or not, you must listen to this.

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If all Americans could rationalize and weigh out the differences like this, not just in politics, this would solve so many differences among not only our citizens but with our global image.

This is the former Secretary of State under George W. Bush.

This is what I have been preaching about when I say free-thinkers, individuals being individuals and not going with the party politics and "think-speak".

You can never convince me that the Democrats are right about everything and you can't convince me that the Republicans are right about everything.

It's time to wake up, peeps.

[Seraphim]

Whether you have made up your mind or not, you must listen to this.

LINK

If all Americans could rationalize and weigh out the differences like this, not just in politics, this would solve so many differences among not only our citizens but with our global image.

This is the former Secretary of State under George W. Bush.

This is what I have been preaching about when I say free-thinkers, individuals being individuals and not going with the party politics and "think-speak".

You can never convince me that the Democrats are right about everything and you can't convince me that the Republicans are right about everything.

It's time to wake up, peeps.

Ahh... Colin "WMD" Powell. When he's not refurbishing his public image, he should be awaiting trial for crimes against humanity, along with Bush, Cheney, Rumsfeld, Wolfowitz, Feith, Perle, Abrams, Rice...

Colin Powell's opinion on anything is worthless as far as I'm concerned. 4,000+ dead American soldiers would probably agree. Not a fan of his.

[Gerry]

Ahh... Colin "WMD" Powell. When he's not refurbishing his public image, he should be awaiting trial for crimes against humanity, along with Bush, Cheney, Rumsfeld, Wolfowitz, Feith, Perle, Abrams, Rice...

Colin Powell's opinion on anything is worthless as far as I'm concerned. 4,000+ dead American soldiers would probably agree. Not a fan of his.

I am of the belief that he was set up and given false information to present to the American people and the world.

I think his departure from office and virtual disappearance from public life basically confirms this.

I absolutely agree with the other names listed regarding crimes against humanity that we so often preach, endorse, and convict others for.

And I think Dubya would agree. That is why he has already issued a pardon for his own butt and his entire administration.

The US would be much better off when it realizes that it is not the global police force. It needs to spend all that time, effort, and money here in the US securing our own borders and ports.

[Seraphim]

Obama has a lot of younger, staunchly antiwar supporters. Probably would have been a better idea if Colin had just kept his endorsement to himself, especially so close to election day. I wonder if McCain's people will turn on their party and try and spin this?

[stewie]

is that edorsement a good thing???

[katherine]

Ahh... Colin "WMD" Powell. When he's not refurbishing his public image, he should be awaiting trial for crimes against humanity, along with Bush, Cheney, Rumsfeld, Wolfowitz, Feith, Perle, Abrams, Rice...

Colin Powell's opinion on anything is worthless as far as I'm concerned. 4,000+ dead American soldiers would probably agree. Not a fan of his.

Have to agree here.

[tldrental]

Well, I would imagine that the left could care less about this endorsement and Powell all together.

This endorsement was made to inspire the right to come across the line. Which I think will be very effective.

As well as i think Powell has his own political carer in mind for future hopes of president.
Show the world he is the actual Maveric

[Gerry]

is that edorsement a good thing???

Beginning to wonder.

The point I was really trying to make is members of a party who realize that there is more to seeing the big picture rather than tunnel vision.

I was pro-McCain in 2000.

I was anti-bush in 2004. Yet I found John Kerry not to be the answer.

In 2006 I was part of McCain's advance exploratory committee for the State of NC.

The job of Vice President is to be ready to assume the position of President at a moment's notice.

I have never seen anyone so unqualified for this task than Sarah Palin (Dan Quayle used to hold this honor). This is not a position for on-the-job training.

[biggedon]

powell's support will give weight to obama's campaign on the military advisory issue. it will counter any of the POW weight that mccain uses for sympathy and ability to lead.

the difference in the campaigns is more evident, when obama shows who his backers are and who potentially will be consulting him. where in contrast mccain mostly says he will do it all by himself, with the help of his mate palin.

[Gerry]

...who potentially will be consulting him

Hmmm...interesting take.

...mccain mostly says he will do it all by himself, with the help of his mate palin.

You are scaring the hell out of me!

[JuniperPark]

This really has to be an embarrassing time to be a steadfast Republican.

I mean, you've got to close your ears to all of the crimes your party members have committed, to have been the party to literrally bankrupt the nation DURING A TIME OF EXTREME PROPERITY, to have an elected president that almost everyone agrees should be tried for war crimes, and now have to hide the fact that your idiot president is still in office while you campaign... that's a tough load to swallow!

One comedian last night said that people are so sick of the Republicans and their corrupion that the KKK now supports Obama.

As far as Powell, Obama should REJECT his support unless he's willing to do prison time for his treason and leading us into a war for profits.

[BELLC1]

Colin Powell did his job in Desert Storm and joined the Republican ranks upon leaving the armed services. After being Secy of State and then retiring from federal service, he has spent his retirement working for black causes.

Therefore, his endorsement of Obama should come as a surprise to no one.

[Gerry]

Colin Powell did his job in Desert Storm and joined the Republican ranks upon leaving the armed services. After being Secy of State and then retiring from federal service, he has spent his retirement working for black causes.

Sorry, but what comes as no surprise it did not take long for someone to point that out.

[Gee]

it is not a genuine endorsement ... moreover it looks like a racist endorsement

Everyone is just seeing a blackman's endorsement of a fellowship

I would say it was better if Powel kept his endorsement to himself!

[Devil Dog]

Sorry, but what comes as no surprise it did not take long for someone to point that out.

[thevirtual]

it is not a genuine endorsement ... moreover it looks like a racist endorsement

Everyone is just seeing a blackman's endorsement of a fellowship

I would say it was better if Powel kept his endorsement to himself!

I would say it would be better to keep your posts to yourself.

[Gerry]

At issue, is an intelligent man, a distinguished General, makes an endorsement of a candidate.

It is a shame that race is perceived as being the factor here. If folks would bother listen to his assessment of both candidates, it is spot on for what all eligible voters should consider.

With such attitudes as race coming into play, I can not help but think that if he had endorsed McCain, some would say he betrayed his race.

Fact is, racism and discrimination still plays a part in everyday life. Unfortunately I see it on this forum many times.

People need to get over the fact that there are differences among peoples and nations. Not a damn thing in the world says you have to think like them or be like them. But it is important to honor the simple basic fact that there are differences.

And as soon as the US gets over its cocky attitude regarding the other nations and religions and ethnicities in the world, that same attitude is destined to isolate us not only on a global scale but even at home.

I can change anything. But I sure as hell don't need to be like many I encounter here on this forum and in daily life.

I hope like hell if many of you are ever injured and end up in an emergency room in, you end up in an all white hospital or all black hospital dependent upon your preferences.

Oh, snap! Wait a minute. That is so 1950's.

[stock_post]

it is not a genuine endorsement ... moreover it looks like a racist endorsement

Everyone is just seeing a blackman's endorsement of a fellowship

I would say it was better if Powel kept his endorsement to himself!

On CNN thy were telling if a Black person support a black person that is not rasist and that only apply to whites.

Based on that Powell's endoresement can not be seen in that view.
Race word only apply to whites

If it is hard to believe, try to digest it.

[Seraphim]

Race word only apply to whites

If it is hard to believe, try to digest it.

That's an old argument, and it's simply not true. "White Pride" the movement has some pretty damning historical connections, affiliations, associations, that's why you won't see any self respecting person wearing a "white pride" t-shirt out in public, the social awareness of it's dirty past is a deal breaker. But on the other hand, showing Irish Pride, Scottish Pride, Polish Pride, Italian Pride, English Pride, Greek Pride, Norwegian Pride... I seriously doubt anyone of any race would have any problem with that, so long as you're at least semi subtle about it, non threatening, respectful of other cultures and races, etc. Obviously racial / national pride can be a gateway towards hate, though there are healthy forms of it. You'll notice Black and Brown Pride are going the route of White Pride, due to some socially harmful associations in the past and present. Racial movements are things to look out for.

[Donald Aquilano]

I think what you're all missing is that Colin Powell was never a conservative Republican. Social issues being one area where he and Obama agree. IMO its no surprise that he is backing Obama.