Obama 44th president; McCain concedes

[FSETH]

Obama is not who I voted for, but he was elected President and there isn't anything I can do about it, so I might as well wish him success because at the end of the day the well being of the US depends on it.

I just hope he doesn't go too far left with all the Dems that will be pushing/backing him.

[X5Dawg]

Originally Posted by Krimson X

Absolutely. Just like I am not gloating over an Obama victory. What I feel about the outcome is personal to me. There is work to be done here. I've never had a problem with McCain, personally. Obama was just my candidate.

I hope he does a good job, for All Americans

[tijanaw]

Originally Posted by Krimson X

As a long running and vocal Obama supporter on this board, today I am unapoligetically proud of what occurred last night. Not only do I feel that President-elect Obama will take this country in the positive direction, I would be remised if I did not say that last nights announcement caused me to pause and think of my grandparents and relatives who are not here to witness this historic event.

That said, anybody who is quick to pull down, degrade, and complain about the next administration without giving it a chance should think again. I can sympathize that Obama may be a hard pill to swallow for many on this board, but the continued negativity will do nothing to move this country forward. If the republicans want to recapture power it will be done by showing class, and define a positive direction for the country. The name calling and fear tactics do nothing to advance the cause.

[GmX5]

Originally Posted by ylwjacket

The fallacy of this is: I ALREADY PAY MORE.

Even at a flat tax rate, people who make more pay more. How come people can't understand that basic math?

For example - if the cap on social security taxes is lifted, I will have to lay off a staff person. It will cost my company more than $50k, which is about equivalent to the salary of some of our younger staff. Income is the same, and I have to make payroll. If the government throws another $50k on me, something has to give.

And, before you say cut your salary - I've invested 10 years and over a million dollars in my own business. I risked everything I was worth, my kid's college educations, everything, to make this work. I deserve some return on that investment.

Amen

[mwares212]

I very much did not want Obama to win, but I think I can give him a shot. Even as a lifelong Republican, I started to get teary-eyed during Obama's acceptance speech about moving on, joining together, and facing the many hurdles ahead of us. He sounded like a moderate. Hopefully he will govern as a moderate and not as a liberal as many of us think he will.

And hey, the silver lining is that if he does turn out a disaster, the Republicans will put a strong candidate up in four years. I do like Mitt Romney since he is an economic conservative. Also, they say Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal may be the future. The ineptness of Carter did bring us eight years of Reagan.

[MrLabGuy]

Originally Posted by Krimson X

As a long running and vocal Obama supporter on this board, today I am unapoligetically proud of what occurred last night. Not only do I feel that President-elect Obama will take this country in the positive direction, I would be remised if I did not say that last nights announcement caused me to pause and think of my grandparents and relatives who are not here to witness this historic event.

That said, anybody who is quick to pull down, degrade, and complain about the next administration without giving it a chance should think again. I can sympathize that Obama may be a hard pill to swallow for many on this board, but the continued negativity will do nothing to move this country forward. If the republicans want to recapture power it will be done by showing class, and define a positive direction for the country. The name calling and fear tactics do nothing to advance the cause.

As of about 7pm Pacific time November 4th I support Obama as President elect. It is my sincere hope he governs from the center and I'll give him the benefit of the doubt out of the gate. The rest of my opinion of his Presidency depends on his actions going forward.

One thing is for sure, he inherited a mess not only from Bush but the Democratic Congress as well.

Tell you what...If he does a good job he has my vote next election because I don't see much in the future of the Republican Party on the horizon.

[cbax5]

Originally Posted by Krimson X

As a long running and vocal Obama supporter on this board, today I am unapoligetically proud of what occurred last night. Not only do I feel that President-elect Obama will take this country in the positive direction, I would be remised if I did not say that last nights announcement caused me to pause and think of my grandparents and relatives who are not here to witness this historic event.

That said, anybody who is quick to pull down, degrade, and complain about the next administration without giving it a chance should think again. I can sympathize that Obama may be a hard pill to swallow for many on this board, but the continued negativity will do nothing to move this country forward. If the republicans want to recapture power it will be done by showing class, and define a positive direction for the country. The name calling and fear tactics do nothing to advance the cause.

[4.6is Ryder]

Originally Posted by Krimson X

As a long running and vocal Obama supporter on this board, today I am unapoligetically proud of what occurred last night. Not only do I feel that President-elect Obama will take this country in the positive direction, I would be remised if I did not say that last nights announcement caused me to pause and think of my grandparents and relatives who are not here to witness this historic event.

That said, anybody who is quick to pull down, degrade, and complain about the next administration without giving it a chance should think again. I can sympathize that Obama may be a hard pill to swallow for many on this board, but the continued negativity will do nothing to move this country forward. If the republicans want to recapture power it will be done by showing class, and define a positive direction for the country. The name calling and fear tactics do nothing to advance the cause.

Nuff said!!! Now McCain can retire..........Phil

[ylwjacket]

Originally Posted by Krimson X

That said, anybody who is quick to pull down, degrade, and complain about the next administration without giving it a chance should think again. I can sympathize that Obama may be a hard pill to swallow for many on this board, but the continued negativity will do nothing to move this country forward.

I remember a whole bunch of Americans saying that George Bush was not their President. A bunch of those Hollywood know-it-alls were going all over Europe running him down. Even Michelle Obama, our soon to be first lady, said she was ashamed to be an American. I am guessing she, at least, has changed her tune.

Stay Gold Pony Boy. It's cute.

Originally Posted by Krimson X

If the republicans want to recapture power it will be done by showing class, and define a positive direction for the country. The name calling and fear tactics do nothing to advance the cause.

This didn't apply to Democrats.

It is absolutely essential for the citizenry to question the policies of their government - in fact it is your duty. Obama is no different. The fact that the press can't contain their glee, or that he has rock-star celebrity super-status, does not give him immunity.

After all that has been said about our current POTUS, it is a bit more than hypocritical for any Democrat to now say "Back off- he's your President." PUHLEASE.

[trueX5er]

Originally Posted by Krimson X

As a long running and vocal Obama supporter on this board, today I am unapoligetically proud of what occurred last night. Not only do I feel that President-elect Obama will take this country in the positive direction, I would be remised if I did not say that last nights announcement caused me to pause and think of my grandparents and relatives who are not here to witness this historic event.

That said, anybody who is quick to pull down, degrade, and complain about the next administration without giving it a chance should think again. I can sympathize that Obama may be a hard pill to swallow for many on this board, but the continued negativity will do nothing to move this country forward. If the republicans want to recapture power it will be done by showing class, and define a positive direction for the country. The name calling and fear tactics do nothing to advance the cause.

Thank You.