Obama say it isnt so!

[Seattleallstar]

"WASHINGTON (AP) - Sen. Barack Obama acknowledged Sunday he was considering a run for president in 2008, backing off previous statements that he would not do so.

The Illinois Democrat said he could no longer stand by the statements he made after his 2004 election and earlier this year that he would serve a full six-year term in Congress. He said he would not make a decision until after the Nov. 7 elections.

"That was how I was thinking at that time," said Obama, when asked on NBC's "Meet the Press" about his previous statements.

"Given the response I've been getting the last several months, I have thought about the possibility" although not with any seriousness or depth, he said. "My focus is on '06. ... After November 7, I'll sit down and consider it."

Obama was largely unknown outside Illinois when he burst onto the national scene with a widely acclaimed address at the 2004 Democratic National Convention.

In recent weeks, his political stock has been rising as a potentially viable centrist candidate for president in 2008 after former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner announced earlier this month that he was bowing out of the race.

In a recent issue of Time magazine, Obama's face fills the cover next to the headline, "Why Barack Obama Could Be The Next President." He is currently on a tour promoting his latest book, "The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream."

On Sunday, Obama dismissed notions that he might not be ready to run for president because of his limited experience in national politics. He agreed the job requires a "certain soberness and seriousness" and "can't be something you pursue on the basis of vanity and ambition."

"I'm not sure anyone is ready to be president before they're president," Obama said. "I trust the judgment of the American people.

"We have a long and vigorous process. Should I decide to run, if I ever decide to, I'll be confident that I'll be run through the paces pretty well," Obama said. "




If I were his political advisor I would highly advise against it this time considering the poltical climate right now regarding the democrats. He must first truly make a connection with Black America, and assure them he is their man. Then he has appeal to the masses which he has already done a great job of, but in addition to that he must get the Americans with some remnants of bigotry and racism to accept the idea that there can be a man of color as President. It really would be wise and prudent for him to get some years under his belt in D.C., before he goes to the Oval Office.

Obama in 2016!!!

[somerfrost]

Originally Posted by Seattleallstar

"WASHINGTON (AP) - Sen. Barack Obama acknowledged Sunday he was considering a run for president in 2008, backing off previous statements that he would not do so.

The Illinois Democrat said he could no longer stand by the statements he made after his 2004 election and earlier this year that he would serve a full six-year term in Congress. He said he would not make a decision until after the Nov. 7 elections.

"That was how I was thinking at that time," said Obama, when asked on NBC's "Meet the Press" about his previous statements.

"Given the response I've been getting the last several months, I have thought about the possibility" although not with any seriousness or depth, he said. "My focus is on '06. ... After November 7, I'll sit down and consider it."

Obama was largely unknown outside Illinois when he burst onto the national scene with a widely acclaimed address at the 2004 Democratic National Convention.

In recent weeks, his political stock has been rising as a potentially viable centrist candidate for president in 2008 after former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner announced earlier this month that he was bowing out of the race.

In a recent issue of Time magazine, Obama's face fills the cover next to the headline, "Why Barack Obama Could Be The Next President." He is currently on a tour promoting his latest book, "The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream."

On Sunday, Obama dismissed notions that he might not be ready to run for president because of his limited experience in national politics. He agreed the job requires a "certain soberness and seriousness" and "can't be something you pursue on the basis of vanity and ambition."

"I'm not sure anyone is ready to be president before they're president," Obama said. "I trust the judgment of the American people.

"We have a long and vigorous process. Should I decide to run, if I ever decide to, I'll be confident that I'll be run through the paces pretty well," Obama said. "




If I were his political advisor I would highly advise against it this time considering the poltical climate right now regarding the democrats. He must first truly make a connection with Black America, and assure them he is their man. Then he has appeal to the masses which he has already done a great job of, but in addition to that he must get the Americans with some remnants of bigotry and racism to accept the idea that there can be a man of color as President. It really would be wise and prudent for him to get some years under his belt in D.C., before he goes to the Oval Office.

Obama in 2016!!!

Jerry, I disagree....as we said in the 60's, "If not now, when? If not me, who?"
This may be the perfect time for him (although I'd prefer to see him as VP with Hillary)...a stay in the US Senate seldom helps potential Presidential candidates because there will be voting decisions that will always come back to haunt a candidate. He's a fresh face in a time when many many voters are fed up with BOTH parties (me for example)....I'd much rather trust my future to a guy who is intelligent and honest than another political hack bought and paid for by special interests! As far as the racial issue goes...do you really think it will vanish in another 4 or 8 years? That will always be an issue...until a person of color is elected...then, like the Catholic issue that Kennedy faced, it will be moot! There are 3 candidates that I can support at present...Hillary, Obama and Cordy, if one of those doesn't run...I'll vote but under president mark "none of the above"

[Seattleallstar]

I dont think it will vanish (racial issue) but I just believe since he is a relatively new face in the political arena it would best serve him as a future presidential candidate to learn a few more things and form a stronger tie with others in the Democratic party. A VP with Hillary would certainly be a step in the right direction, or a VP with whoever comes out as the Democrats candidate for president.

John Edwards and Barrack Obama would certainly be unstoppable

I don't think we'll see a black president until the baby boomers are dead. It's really unfortunate.

[GenuineRisk]

Argh; just a few days ago I read an article on why Obama's inexperience might not matter and now I can't remember where I read it... pbbt. I wanted to post the link. Well, here's another article on him.

http://www.slate.com/id/2152252/

Though, with Somer, if it were a choice between the two, I'd take Hillary, just because I think she'd do a better job. I'd prefer someone more liberal, but can't have everything. At least she's smart. So is Obama, though. So if he gets the nomination, s'okay with me.

Edwards would be good, though, too. And I like Biden; I just don't see him getting the nomination. Well, I guess there are worse things than to have a few potential candidates one actually kind of likes, right? They all seem focused on domestic issues, which I think is what we need.

Seattle, I LOVE these thread titles. Keep 'em up!

[Seattleallstar]

Originally Posted by GenuineRisk

Argh; just a few days ago I read an article on why Obama's inexperience might not matter and now I can't remember where I read it... pbbt. I wanted to post the link. Well, here's another article on him.

http://www.slate.com/id/2152252/

Though, with Somer, if it were a choice between the two, I'd take Hillary, just because I think she'd do a better job. I'd prefer someone more liberal, but can't have everything. At least she's smart. So is Obama, though. So if he gets the nomination, s'okay with me.

Edwards would be good, though, too. And I like Biden; I just don't see him getting the nomination. Well, I guess there are worse things than to have a few potential candidates one actually kind of likes, right? They all seem focused on domestic issues, which I think is what we need.

Seattle, I LOVE these thread titles. Keep 'em up!

I try GR, its time to start talking out on these things.

[Revolution]

Originally Posted by Pillow Pants

I don't think we'll see a black president until the baby boomers are dead. It's really unfortunate.

That isn't true. A black candidate could easily win. The states where a prejudice might hurt him are states where he would lose anyway. The way america is now it is all about 10 states that are swing states, and all of those states would vote for a black president. The states where they wouldn't are not voting for a democrat anyway.

[Revolution]

Obama has a better chance of winning than Hillary Clinton. In fact, the reason why he is now considering running is because many feel elections are now basically 50-50 crapshoots unless you start with high negatives, something Hillary Clinton has, and Obama doesn't.

Originally Posted by Revolution

That isn't true. A black candidate could easily win. The states where a prejudice might hurt him are states where he would lose anyway. The way america is now it is all about 10 states that are swing states, and all of those states would vote for a black president. The states where they wouldn't are not voting for a democrat anyway.

I didn't state it as fact. GFY.