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Papillon Noir
08-29-2008, 10:08 AM
This year's up and coming election has probably been the most interesting in decades. Even the primaries were intriguing with the whole Clinton vs. Obama thing and McCain winning the Republican Nomination.
So, I was interested to see who here is a Democrat or a Republican or neither (i.e. Green Party, Libertarian, etc.) and if you are voting along party lines or a different candidate?
Personally, I am a Republican and I am voting for McCain. Not because he's a Republican, but because I think he will be the best candidate for our next president.
neverending
08-29-2008, 10:12 AM
I know I replied to newb's thread, but I try to stay away from discussing politics online.
I know I started a political thread , but I too, do not seriously discuss politics.
but for the record....I'm not a staunch Republic or Democrat.
urgeok2
08-29-2008, 10:38 AM
i'm a little bit of everything, but mostly a juicy hunk of manflesh.
Papillon Noir
08-29-2008, 10:41 AM
I don't seriously discuss politics either, I was just merely curious to see what political party people were associated with and who they were voting for. Not really why they were voting for that person, and or that they think so and so sucks, or whatever.
bloody_ribcut
08-29-2008, 11:02 AM
im with the green party, is that something? i thought i heard that somewhere before.:D
La Chat Noire
08-29-2008, 11:03 AM
I'm not affiliated with either party, but I'm planning to vote for Obama.
urgeok2
08-29-2008, 11:04 AM
I'm not affiliated with either party, but I'm planning to vote for Obama.
goes without saying !
you're a black cat, he's a black cat ...
ChronoGrl
08-29-2008, 11:18 AM
Well, it's good to know who HDC endorses... :(
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v623/Chronogrl/polad.jpg
Vodstok
08-29-2008, 11:24 AM
Nah, that just means they are paying for a contextual ad with keywords that are contained in this thread, google ads dont imply any actual endorsement on the part of the site showing them.
for the record, i am undecided so far. Also, as far as party affiliation, the libertarians seem to be the most in line with my views, but i refuse to be pigeon holed.
For the record, Kurt Russel, Matt Stone and Trey Parker are libertarians, so they could be worse company.
ChronoGrl
08-29-2008, 11:43 AM
Nah, that just means they are paying for a contextual ad with keywords that are contained in this thread, google ads dont imply any actual endorsement on the part of the site showing them.
OH! Interesting. See what I know about the internetz. :o
Vodstok
08-29-2008, 11:47 AM
OH! Interesting. See what I know about the internetz. :o
Many of them are quite daunting :)
Just use The Google if you have questions
:D
Angra
08-29-2008, 11:51 AM
I'm atheist..
illdojo
08-29-2008, 11:54 AM
No party here.....I'm agnostic and an independent.
Despare
08-29-2008, 02:43 PM
I usually vote Republican although I wouldn't say I'm a member of either party.
The_Return
08-29-2008, 04:49 PM
I'm Canadian (of course) but I'd vote for Obama for sure...
pure democrat - i think obama is the real deal - a chance to see the american dream come true and us to regain our respect in the world
Vodstok
08-29-2008, 05:12 PM
pure democrat - i think obama is the real deal - a chance to see the american dream come true and us to regain our respect in the world
if he gets elected, I hope you are right.
I honestly dont think mccain has a chance in hell, and havent since he entered the race. I actually voted for him the last time he ran because i thought gore and bush were bad bets. Kinda wish Gore had made it, but i think he has done more good NOT being president, so there you go.
But mccain said last time, if he lost, that was it, he would never run again. then went back on his word, so that immediately set off the trust
And honestly, i think his choice of running mate was assinine.
Roderick Usher
08-29-2008, 05:42 PM
Libertarian here
voting Democrat this time
Freak
08-29-2008, 05:48 PM
I'm neither but I'll be voting for Obama.I don't think McCain will do our country any good.He's even stated that we'll be in more wars with him in presidency.
Dante'sInferno
08-29-2008, 06:16 PM
My whole family is Republican.But im a democrat ,so i'll be voting for Obama.
ferretchucker
08-30-2008, 02:49 AM
If I could I'd vote Obama because I don't think it'd be so good for McCain to carry on bush's "good work" and Obama seems genuine.
Incidentally, this is a funny little bit about McCain vs Obama on the British Comedy Panel show "Mock the Week".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWApSrLThDM
Doc Faustus
08-30-2008, 12:57 PM
Anarchist voting Democrat this year.
MisterSadistro
08-30-2008, 09:25 PM
To quote the late, great Groucho Marx: “I refuse to join any club that would have me as a member." I will say the Green Party is wonderful as is the Libertarians. Unfortunately neither makes a dent in the final rounds and I tend to go Democrats at that point. It would just be nice to think anyone running for office seriously gave a shit about the job that was entitled to them rather than the personal opportunity the title provides them. Maybe we need to hold an HDC election. I can think of a few people I'd elect.
pinkfloyd45769
08-31-2008, 08:58 AM
I dunno what i am! This year will be the first time that i vote.I've been registered just never voted.I was going to vote for Hillary,now i have no idea.
VampiricClown
08-31-2008, 09:23 AM
Chaos....I take no sides.
Hilti88NYC
08-31-2008, 04:48 PM
Neither. I go wth who is best at the moment.But that dont even matter cause Im 30 and dont vote and wont,strictly cause i have my opinions aout certain things.
Hilti88NYC
08-31-2008, 04:51 PM
Obama seems genuine.
It never amazes me how gullible people can be. Keep believeing that.They are politicians,man. understand that.They are all so full of shit. And if you believe some one is genuine in politics,well thats sad.They are all fucll of shit.
Why does Obama seem genuine,cause he walks out and gives people a pound and a hug or the fist like he is from the ghetto.Give me a FUCKING BREAK !!!!!!!!!!!!! Im the peoples President,lol,what a fucking joke these politicians are.
Vodstok
08-31-2008, 07:47 PM
It never amazes me how gullible people can be. Keep believeing that.They are politicians,man. understand that.They are all so full of shit. And if you believe some one is genuine in politics,well thats sad.They are all fucll of shit.
Why does Obama seem genuine,cause he walks out and gives people a pound and a hug or the fist like he is from the ghetto.Give me a FUCKING BREAK !!!!!!!!!!!!! Im the peoples President,lol,what a fucking joke these politicians are.
the sad thing is, as a country we are so jaded that he could be the real deal and most of us wouldnt even see it.
neverending
08-31-2008, 07:54 PM
The Green Hills of Earth.
ferretchucker
09-01-2008, 01:19 AM
It never amazes me how gullible people can be. Keep believeing that.They are politicians,man. understand that.They are all so full of shit. And if you believe some one is genuine in politics,well thats sad.They are all fucll of shit.
Why does Obama seem genuine,cause he walks out and gives people a pound and a hug or the fist like he is from the ghetto.Give me a FUCKING BREAK !!!!!!!!!!!!! Im the peoples President,lol,what a fucking joke these politicians are.
Yes, I know many politicians are liars but that means you have to pick out the liar who you think would still be a good help.
And what you seem to be forgetting is that although politics can be a bit shady and there are always secrets, they're still people and the fact they're running for president means one of two things.
1. They love power and want to exercise it.
2. They want to change a country for the better considering they live in it and feel the effects.
Now for me, when I watch Obama, he seems like he's more 2. than 1. So get off your pessimistic ass and try and make a difference by voting for what seems like finally a good guy for once.
Hilti88NYC
09-01-2008, 05:02 AM
Politics is always touchy,but I dont vote cause I have my opinion about alot of things,when it comes to this Country.So i wont get off my lazy ass to vote,the only time I get off of my lazy ass is when i wake up at 5am to go to worktill 3pm..... And OT is needed.
Vodstok
09-01-2008, 05:10 AM
Politics is always touchy,but I dont vote cause I have my opinion about alot of things,when it comes to this Country.So i wont get off my lazy ass to vote,the only time I get off of my lazy ass is when i wake up at 5am to go to worktill 3pm..... And OT is needed.
informed people not voting is still exercising political power, although a lot of people would like to say that not voting is wrong, it has always been my opinion that if you dont want your vote going to either of the major candidates, write someone in, or dont go.
ChronoGrl
09-01-2008, 10:12 AM
I dunno what i am! This year will be the first time that i vote.I've been registered just never voted.I was going to vote for Hillary,now i have no idea.
It took her a very, very long time, but Hilary has now finally backed Obama and is FINALLY encouraging her followers to do so too (she should have done that significantly sooner).
What is unfortunate about our bipartisan government is that you really don't have much of a choice. If you truly backed Hilary, then your only option is to simply vote with party lines. Mccain is a jingoistic warmonger who, even though he spent years being tortured in a prison camp rolled over on the topic of torture to please his party.
I initially thought that McCain has absolutely no chance in this election. But looking at polls and thinking about the thousands of backwards bigots in America makes me fear that we might actually have another four years of Bush (that's right - Bush - McCain is turning onto Bush's agenda to snag his votes).
Honestly - I try to stay open-minded and try not to criticize people for their opinions. I'm a bleeding heart social liberal who has some serious fiscal conservative leanings. As long as people can back the way they vote (ie Republican), then more power to them.
But to say that you're a Hilary supporter and don't know what to do - you'd be foolish not to vote with party lines. A vote formerly going to Hilary now going to McCain... is counter-intuitive. And to not vote at all - Is equally foolish.
Not trying to criticize you, Pinky - I am just constantly frustrated with Hilary supporters who are not backing Obama. Bipartisanship sucks, I agree, but it's currently the only political system that we have.
Vodstok
09-01-2008, 03:09 PM
food for thought:
http://www.southparkstudios.com/episodes/103888
funny and insightful. And a really good argument if you happen to not want to vote as a political statement itself.
In my opinion, you vote for McCunt, you're voting a 3rd bush term.
Obama's my pick, and has been since day one. I never thought he'd beat Hillary, but he's proven me and a LOT of other fucking people wrong. All politicians suck pretty much, but I really like Barack, and I think he's definitely going to be the new President.
Thing is, there've already been attempts at assasination, the latest one being caught before the DNC in Denver. It's amazing how they've no issue killing him, but no one's tried to assasinate that fucking prick in office now. It's unbelievable.
pinkfloyd45769
09-01-2008, 08:20 PM
I will admit the only reason i was voting for Hillary was cause shes a woman.I will vote for Obama now for the simple reason that i like his name.I know how dumb i sound,i just dont get into politics;)
ferretchucker
09-02-2008, 02:44 AM
I will admit the only reason i was voting for Hillary was cause shes a woman.I will vote for Obama now for the simple reason that i like his name.I know how dumb i sound,i just dont get into politics;)
Lol. One letter off the biggest terrorist ever?