not my prediction this time, but that of Electoral Vote.com (which generally tends toward the liberal viewpoint) as of April 18 they showed McCain beating both Obama and Clinton handily…..
v. Obama, McCain over Obama 277-237
v. Clinton, McCain over Clinton 298-240

Much ado has been made about the confederate flag. What about When black people proudly display “”"African”"” colors and the continent (essentially the “flag” of Africa)….what exactly are they saying? Are they beholden to the “flag” of Africa as some are to the confederate flag?
This is not about condoning or condemning slavery, rather, it is simply an observation.
Whether people like it or not, the south played an integral role in this country’s history. Before the industrial revolution, slaves were not uncommon, in fact, they were (mostly) considered necessary. It’s easy for us to look back and judge the southern people, now, after the industrial revolution, which was beginning during the civil war.

Blacks talk about how their history was ripped from them by whites during America’s slavery period, however, why don’t blacks complain about the blacks, arabs…who BEGAN the slavery trade in Africa by FIRST selling Africans for slave trade. You think it was white people who went into deep Africa and took people against their will? You would be sorely wrong.

The Arabs have long used slaves; in fact it is talked about in the Quran and the hadiths as a normal practice. The profit had black slaves himself. But you don’t hear darker pigment folks talk about Arab slavery do you? Why? Because the Arabs don’t have guilt issues like white Europeans. IMO, it has to do with the predominate religion, Christianity, which teaches us to forgive, whereas Islam is not so “forgiving.” This is not to say that the bible does not have examples of slavery, rather to show that, relatively speaking, the Quran “employed” slavery much more recently. And is not apologetic for it. In fact, talk to any muslim on the street and they will tell you that slavery under islam was/is not about skin color. So, is that the difference?
Let there be no doubt that slavery is not uncommon in human history. To protest that only whites are guilty in this use of human beings is the height of hypocrisy. I am not a historian, but I am willing to wager that blacks of Africa have also used slaves, that have skin as black as them. Ask an African American about the pigmies of Africa … that should open up an interesting conversation.

I have been told that the black nationalist movement is about “pride.” A sense of being forced to America and having your history torn from you. Where is the “pride” regarding black Africans who sold them you into slavery, who went deep into the jungles and plains and stole you and SOLD you? What is it that makes you “proud” of Africa? I say, that your homeland, is here, now, whether you like it or not, it is your homeland. You were born here, your kids were born here, and so were grandparents. Life is not perfect, deal with it, and make the best of your homeland.

Whether stereotyping is a valid method of making judgments, is not discussed here.  Discussed here is one, among many, of Obama’s lies.  This lie is about race.  Obama’s “more perfect union” speech proclaimed that race is not an issue this country can afford to ignore “right now.”  Yet, we see him avoid mentioning what exactly were the controversial statements, made by his pastor, that made him feel “uncomfortable.”  Apparently he can afford to ignore it, right now.

During a university town hall meeting on April 2, 2008, Obama proclaimed:

“I do not stereotype”

Since race is something that we cannot afford to ignore, i think this statement should be examined for its truthfulness, especially in light of his continual campaign slogan of “character.”  Let us examine Obama’s statement regarding his dear, albeit thrown under the bus, Grandma:

“The point I was making was not that my grandmother harbors any racial animosity, but that she is a typical white person. If she sees somebody on the street that she doesn’t know (pause) there’s a reaction in her that doesn’t go away and it comes out in the wrong way.” - Brack Obama, March 20, 2008 - AM610 WIP

 Stereotyping is defined as:

fixed impressions, exaggerated or preconceived ideas about particular social groups, usually based solely on physical appearance.

Poor Grandma, characterized based solely on her physical appearance, that being her white skin.  Did Obama apologize, no.  It’s painfully obvious that he lied, he does in fact stereotype.  But thats ok, because his supporters will tell you that it is somehow white grandma’s fault.  That anyone would consider such a lying, pandering politician for high office is beyond comprehension.

Or is it really funny when people provide evidence that refutes their own arguments. Makes life so much simpler doesn’t it?

 I get the feeling that despite the obvious mistakes of such people they will continue to claim that their position is somehow supported by the contradictory information. It’s just so funny though.