Did Powell's endorsement finish driving in the nail?

Would it still be possible for McCain to turn that hammer around and wrench the nail out that was driven by the endorsement of Barack Obama, by Former Gen. Colin Powell ?

This endorsement has been quoted and pushed throughout the Media, as the most significant endorsement of the campaign race. Well one would think that this endorsement would alleviate any doubt of Barack Obamas credentials and experience. While pondering if its possible, consider this. Colin Powell served as not only United States Secretary of State, but also General of the Army,National Security Advisor, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff. It's very clear that this endorsement covers a vast spectrum of positions within the government. This is an endorsement coming from someone with plenty more experience than both of the candidates, which could lead to even more middle of the road voters to follow.

Colin Powell stated early on in the election, that a large part of his endorsement was going to be based on whom the candidates chose as their Vice President and or running mate. Powell is quoted as saying "McCain picked a running mate that is not ready to be President" this reiterates what a lot of the GOP and voters have been pushing.

So what can John McCain really do to fight back? Well considering his ad campaign as of late has hurt more than helped. His choice of VP seems too be loosing her prowess.It seemst the latest McCain tactic is to go after Obama's tax policies, describing them as "socialism. George Bush has been in the same headlines and statements with Socialism as of late. Could this be a lifeline for the McCain campaign? Well, we'll all see very soon. In the following weeks, the Obama campaign should be throwing a huge wave of campaign ads. We'll have to see if John McCain and the Republican party can stay afloat.

McCain takes a new stand

At a rally in Minnesota, John McCain took a stand against some of the slander that has been thrown around about Barack Obama.

John McCain stated that "Barack is a decent family man, and a citizen that he has disagreements with on fundamental issues. That's what this campaign is all about". McCain's statement was in reply to comments regarding voters being afraid of Obama, and another saying he is an Arab. McCain also said that they need not to be afraid of Obama, after a supporter made a comment about being afraid if Obama was elected.

After reading and watching these statements, McCain has a good chance a gaining some ground back. I'm not saying he just defended Obama's character for one this reason, but stepping up like that could open a new gate for other voters. On the other hand one could think he would lose some of his voters, not likely. It is clear that the hard core ones that take a hard stance against the Obama campaign will be going nowhere. After all, some of them are crossing the line, showing everybody that they are too far in to turn back.

These ads, statements and comments really need to be toned down. Just think, all these negative remarks and actions going around could really lead to outside physical rage and or violence, and that is something the United States really needs to avoid. This could also lead to pulling Americans farther apart, not just politically, but emotionally. Maybe after all is said and done, and the new president has been seated, we could be feeling the backlash from this election battle for a long time. In reality, if you think about it, this really could be detrimental to the longevity of our government and citizens coming together as one per say. After all, regardless of Democrat or republican, we still have to work in uni sen.

The ups and downs of political hype

Following the RNC, McCain has sprinted up in the standings. This of course is mostly due to the "Palin Effect". But can we almost call it a Springer Effect?

In the beginning it seemed as if Gov. Palin's baggage that she toted along with her leading up to the RNC, would hinder any movement for John McCains campaign. For a while it did, when the media jumped on the pregnant daughter issue, and "trooper gate". But that all faded away after her speech at the RNC for the most part. Now we have another issue. This statement was given at the RNC, "I have protected the taxpayers by vetoing wasteful spending … and championed reform to end the abuses of earmark spending by Congress. I told the Congress 'thanks but no thanks' for that Bridge to Nowhere." Could this knock the hype rocket right out of orbit?Maybe so...

As mayor of Wasilla, Palin hired a lobbyist and traveled to Washington annually to gain earmarks for the town totaling $27 million. In her two years as governor, Alaska has requested around $750 million in special federal spending, the largest per-ca pita request in the nation. Now this kind of tosses a big portion of what she said out the window, hence leading integrity in question. Also adding plenty of free bash artillery to hurl from the Obama campaign.

As for the future of the candidates and their standings, well we'll just have to stay tuned for whatever backlash ensues. Because we all know its coming. With that being said, I don't think we are able to get a correct reading on the status of each party until November.

Barack, and celebrity Prowess?

Barack Obama has been labeled more a celebrity than a solid candidate by people all over the media and Web.

In today's global media market, Barack Obama has become a star. He has been on the cover of plenty of magazines, that focus on other topics other than politics for the majority of the time. Magazines such as, Ebony, GQ, Vibe, Us, and Rolling stone. Is this the face of new politics? Or a path set by Obama for a new generation of future candidates? Being able to bring 200,000 fans to Germany might just back that label. But, could some say hes a celebrity to take away from his status as a candidate?

In fact yes, it could be perceived an attack of some sort. Calling him out as a celebrity in a sense, could mean that he is nothing more than a media magnet. This could be due to many things, such as looks,charisma, age,swagger, and just the all out presence he gives off when in front of the camera. There are many that believe he is on a wave of hype per say. Others believe people are voting for him because hes the new thing, or the hip thing to do. Well, this could be, but he could also just be well liked.

Sure all the hype talk, magazine covers and news coverage is present, but could this just be the future of politics expanding farther than your basic news coverage? This so called call celebrity prowess he has could do more good than bad. I mean reaching out in other venues attracts voters, that in any other circumstance wouldn't even pay attention. I don't think that's such a bad thing, do you? Being beloved by Americas people, doesn't mean your nothing more than a celebrity on a high wave in my opinion. I think it makes him a look even stronger of a candidate for being able to outreach so deep within the media.
Like i always say, I am not here to tell people whom to vote for. All and all both candidates have their good and bad. Figuring out who has more good, and carries a higher chance to succeed, well that's your choice.

P. Diddy On John McCain, States he is “Buggin’ the F**k Out”

I was searching through political relevant videos as I always do in the morning,when suddenly i came across one that read"John McCain is Bugging The F*** Out" by Sean P Diddy Combs. now usually I wouldn't really take a look at such a video, but I though that maybe just maybe he would have some solid analysis. So i watched it and this is my take on it.

The video started off with Diddy criticizing John McCain VP pick of Gov. Sarah Palin of Alaska.he kept repeating McCain is bugging the F*** out for the first few minutes. The content that followed this was, well how can i put it? I felt dumber for watching it . Diddy went on and on about nonsense for a bit. When the video came across the midway point, I was met with a true prize of all political opinions. Diddy stated "What is the reality in Alaska? There’s not even no crack heads in Alaska. There’s not even no black people? There’s not even like no…crime?

Now what would an average reader take from that statement? Is Diddy insisting that to have crime, crack, or reality the state must contain African Americans? Well Diddy I am not an African American but its truly sad when you make a statement like that. One that could effect the people that look up to you. Considering you are a big named celebrity, you should put a little more thought and merit in what you have to say before you go blabbing a slew of empty thoughts. Yes we are all entitled to our opinion, but when you put yours out there on video for people to watch, you should really use your celeb prowess to influence people with some kind of educated opinion.

These kind of posts from big named celebs in our country can have a significant impact on voters, especially young voters whom follow Diddy as a role model. What kind of content is he giving young voters to go off of? Let's all base our voting off whether crack,crime, and specific races are present where our leaders might come from. Let us tell everyone that might not have a mixed race community not to vote for Barack Obama. Now if I said that a lot of voters would probably say I am an idiot right?

I am not saying whom to vote for. I just think that the voters deserve some real reasons to vote either way. I will admit Diddy has done some good with the young voters in the past, and I do appreciate it. But instead of taking steps forward to influence and keep voters educated, he took ten steps back.

Barack truly inspired a veteran

A True Inspiration!

I started off tonight watching the DNC with little enthusiasm about what was going to be said. What i figured would happen is a repeat of the same content already covered by the news and or speaches. Well a little was repeated, but boy was i wrong about the big picture.

Let me start off by saying, that I usually dont get inspired by poeple other than my family and friends. For the most part its from the ones I live around and can speak to face to face. But tonight, listening to Barack speak about America, its people and his views really lit a fire under me. I was truly moved and humbled by what he had to say. I thought to myself about what I myself and americans as a whole are capable of. As of now I have a totally different outlook on what I and we as a whole can accomplish.


You see, i joined the military when i was 19. I wanted to be in a position to make a difference in peoples lives other than my own. I am becoming a police officer for this same reason. My calling is for the service to our great nation and its people. Having said that, I thought that would be enough. I thought serving as a police officer was sufficient. Well after listening to those thoughtful, truly inspiring words from Barack Obama. I told myself that I am not going to stop there.

I don't think it is our careers that define us fully. I think that it is what we do for this country,city,town,neighborhood or any other place and get nothing in return is what defines the soul of this great nation. This is why I am going to get active in my states affairs and issues. I am not sure where i am going to start, but i will find a way.

To sum this all up. Regardless if Barack wins the election. That man is someone we should not model ourselves after fully.Because we all have to be our own, but to instill some of his beliefs and ethics within us.