All Forum Posts by: Chris Chung

Excellent points.

I do feel however, that it is absolutely impossible for the media to make all candidates appear equal in standing.

We must ask ourselves if a Duncan Hunter should be given as much attention as a Hillary Clinton.

Also, Hillary got enormous press attention for 2 years concerning this election cycle. She was definitely viewed as the front runner.

As well, McCain was viewed as having no chance.

I was talking about Capital Gains Tax policies.

and no other candidate has said they want to edit the current rates.

A simple fact.

PNW,
I agree. Barack Obama, for example, wants to double standard capital gains taxes however he wants to eliminate capital gains for start ups. However, I think the good that he does elsewhere is truly worth the price tag.

No other candidate has said they want to change anything.

I feel that the key issues relating to real estate and or the economy in general are:
1. Capital Gains taxes
2. Weakening of the Dollar

"I see nothing from this side of the pond that indicates people think McCain is going to increase anti-American sentiments. His stand on terrorism is very similar to many folks in the world. Granted there are many that think Bush is right. Western Europe vs. folks in the Middle East and Eastern Europe?"

His Iraq war policies are identical to those of our current President Bush. Those are to stay the course until we "win" -whatever that means.

Additionally, his stand on terrorism is the same as Obama's and Clinton's. They all hate terrorists. The Iraq war is a separate issue. It is aggravating terrorism.

My view is that the Iraq war is not a good one nor is it popular anywhere. Therefore, any president that continues it will end up leading the United States to a point of universal contempt by the countries of the world.

Separate Note:
Why I won't be voting for him:

1. Very Pro War. Has stated that the American people would not be averse to fighting the war in Iraq for a hundred or even a thousand years. The Iraq war, in my opinion, was wrong and should not be dragged out to maintain honor. Young men and women dying unjustly is not honorable by any count.

2. His presidency will most probably increase strong anti-American sentiments. Through his plans to establish permanent bases in Iraq and to bomb and (possibly invade)Iran, world opinion of us would go down and terrorism would increase.

3. Poor Economic Strength: Has stated himself that he needs to learn more about Economics. Perpetuation of an expensive war will continue to have negative economic effects include inflationary costs and the cheapening of the dollar. (It might however, help the employment level).

4. World View: A staunch nationalist. I am personally of the opinion that the simple human bonds that we all share transcend every flag and religion.

Senator John McCain: Legislative and Personal Achievements

1. Graduated from the Naval Academy 1958
2. Fought in the Vietnam War
3. Was a prisoner of war for 8 years, during which time he suffered extreme torture.
4. 1982 United States Congressman for 1st District, Arizona. 2 Terms
5. 1986: Arizona Senator Serves 4 Terms (non-Consecutive)
6. Co-Authored the McCain-Feingold Bill in 2002 For Campaign Finance Reform. This displays ability to cross party lines.
7. Member of the Senate Armed Services Commitee.
8. Member of the bi-Partisan POW, MIA committee (Chaired by Democrat John Kerry).
9. Helped in Pushing the Line-Item Veto Act into Law. This act would make it possible for the president to veto individual items of a bill to avoid pork legislation. It can however be argued that this bill vastly increased executive power.
10. Considered for VP by both Republican Senator Bob Dole and Democratic Senator John Kerry during their respective presidential candidacies.
11. Ran for the Republican Nomination in 2000, lost to George W. Bush.

Bottom Line. Famous for his financial reforms and for his Bi-Partisanship. Considered by hard-lined conservatives to be a traitor to the republican party for his close work with democrats. This has earned him the reputation as a maverick.

Totally agreed Spectrus,
but I would also like to add that repeatedly Barack Obama does talk plenty of substance in his speeches. It is very simple to fact check on this point: watch one! I can refer you to several speeches where he outlines his mortgage crisis, health care, student subsidies, Iraq War, diplomatic, and Iran War policies.

If you buy into the idea that Senator Obama is simply an idealist who doesn't speak substance you are having the RHETORIC of a 72 year-old man, and a 60 year old woman shoved down your throat. And it is RHETORIC that everyone is using.

It is RHETORIC that Clinton and McCain are using to condemn Obama's oratory skills. They are using RHETORIC when they say that they both have more experience.

So if you would be so kind, examine his speeches and cross examine them against Clinton and McCain's. There is no difference in substance. There is simply a difference in quality.

Go Obama! Yesterday he whipped Clinton and Edwards in SC
55% Of the vote
27% Clinton
18% Edwards

ALso, he nearly doubled the amount of people coming out to vote...now that is an admirable thing!

Certainly,
Obama will end the war in Iraq definitively. Obama will close Guantanamo Bay definitely. Obama has stated that he will definitely negotiate with leaders viewed to be America's enemies (Chavez, Kim Jong Il) whereas in the same debate, his colleagues have weakly stated that they won't promise negotiations. Obama will eliminate capital gains taxes on small businessess to harness the power of free-market job creation. Obama also will enable a system of healthcare with guaranteed eligibility and affordability. As well Obama has made himself accountable for a reduction of carbon emmisions by 80% by 2050. His website has a list of ACCOUNTABLE goals that would bring about positive change if enacted. When possible, he has been quantitative in describing his plans.

Another thing that is really touching is that Obama turned down lucrative jobs in Wall Street and in law after is graduation from Harvard Law to work with the less fortunate as a prosecutor in inner city Chicagp/

Now, as to the idea that he would have to deal with a bipartisan, deadlocked congress...

This challenge does not require anything from Obama that it does not require from Clinton, Paul, Romney or Kucinich. A bipartisan congress would not come into play as a result of Obama's election as president. Any of the candidates would be forced to come to terms with this difficult situation. Therefore, that situation doesn't make him any worse of a contender.

The executive branch has the power to make appointments to the court and, if you haven't noticed, a few of those old coots are getting old.

This problem exists with every single other candidate...Obama is not at fault for his ability to motivate and inspire the electorate.