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Offline Dago

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Obama - If he can't have cameras there, why bother visiting wounded soldiers?
« on: July 25, 2008, 05:28:18 PM »
Obama is taking some hits for skipping the chance to visit wounded soldiers when he was told he couldn't have his campaign staff and attending media there with him.  I guess just the honor of visiting the wounded, showing some concern and telling them "thanks for all you have done for us" was not enough to bother himself with.

The Pentagon did some bending to accommodate him, allowing his campaign aircraft to allow at the nearby airfield, and offered to supply military photographers.

Seems Obama decided it would be inappropriate to visit the wounded since it might be considered to be a campaign stunt, but odd that he didn't feel that way until after he had been denied the opportunity to bring the media and cameras with him.

McCains camp has stated "it is never inappropriate to visit wounded soldiers". I find myself agreeing with that sentiment.

Is Obama a black version of John Kerry, a man with no respect for our military personnel?
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Re: Obama - If he can't have cameras...
« Reply #1 on: July 25, 2008, 07:36:27 PM »
Quote from: Dago on July 25, 2008, 05:28:18 PM
Is Obama a black version of John Kerry...

I didn't vote for Kerry and I disagree with most things he stands for but Kerry is lightyears ahead of Obama.  Given a choice between Kerry and Obama it wouldn't be a choice at all. Obama couldn't carry Kerry's socks.

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Re: Obama - If he can't have cameras there
« Reply #2 on: July 25, 2008, 09:57:12 PM »
Obama is only in it for his own personal glory.  His conduct - getting adoration from his masses - "playing president" etc. makes me sick.
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Re: Obama - If he can't have cameras there, why bother
« Reply #3 on: July 25, 2008, 11:56:11 PM »
it was a terrible mistake for him to make but one his supporters will no doubt admire.
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- If he can't have cameras there,
« Reply #4 on: July 26, 2008, 08:28:54 AM »
you people are ungrateful, don't you know obama is going to save the world.  :rolleyes:
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Re: - If he can't have cameras there,
« Reply #5 on: July 26, 2008, 08:34:38 AM »
Quote from: john9001 on July 26, 2008, 08:28:54 AM
you people are ungrateful, don't you know obama is going to save the world.  :rolleyes:

....and forget all about America in the process.  :mad:
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Re: Obama - If he can't have cameras there, wh
« Reply #6 on: July 26, 2008, 09:05:21 AM »
Today's America anyway; remember it's all going to change!
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Obama doesn't care.
« Reply #7 on: July 26, 2008, 09:15:39 AM »
The only change he's talking about is the change from our pockets to his.
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Re: Obama - If he can't have cameras there
« Reply #8 on: July 26, 2008, 09:45:20 AM »
Probably just as well. I don`t think the wounded soldiers would be too impressed with a visit from the dork since he is wanting to take everything they have done there so far and flush it down the toilet.
The man, and I use the term loosely, is a disgrace.
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Offline Carrel

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Re: Obama -
« Reply #9 on: July 26, 2008, 10:59:44 AM »
Everybody knows the Democrats hate our soldiers! Why, look at the most recent vote on the new GI Bill!! That PROVES it!!











(oh, wait...the Dems voted for it, the Repugs voted against it. Nevermind.)
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Re: Obama -
« Reply #10 on: July 26, 2008, 02:01:13 PM »
Quote from: Carrel on July 26, 2008, 10:59:44 AM
Everybody knows the Democrats hate our soldiers! Why, look at the most recent vote on the new GI Bill!! That PROVES it!!
(oh, wait...the Dems voted for it, the Repugs voted against it. Nevermind.)

Was this post intended to demonstrate your inability to separate the actions of one (Obama) from the whole of the democratic party?  Would seem that way since this discussion has been strictly about Obama, nobody else brought the democratic party into this. 

And, while I am at it, you might do a little more research on which party has consistently shown more support to the armed forces of the United States, then maybe rethink your statement.
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Re: Obama -
« Reply #11 on: July 26, 2008, 02:11:27 PM »
I don't know why Republicans care who gets elected.  Most of them are hoping Jesus will come back and destroy the earth and throw most everyone in hell pretty soon anyways.
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Re: Obama -
« Reply #12 on: July 26, 2008, 02:44:01 PM »
Quote from: AquaShrimp on July 26, 2008, 02:11:27 PM
throw most everyone in hell pretty soon anyways.

Now now, you know that isn't true, we do have a list but not everyone is one it.  Among others, the list has on it:

Pedophiles,
Liberals,
Pacifists,
Terrorists,
Moonbats,
Vegetarians,
Rapists,
Anti-gun activists,
etc.

 :aok :D
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Re: Obama -
« Reply #13 on: July 26, 2008, 03:03:29 PM »
Quote from: Carrel on July 26, 2008, 10:59:44 AM
Everybody knows the Democrats hate our soldiers! Why, look at the most recent vote on the new GI Bill!! That PROVES it!!

you mean the bill that wanted to give a 4 year college scholarship and full benefits to anyone that signed up for one 2 year tour?











(oh, wait...the Dems voted for it, the Repugs voted against it. Nevermind.)
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« Reply #14 on: July 26, 2008, 07:20:59 PM »
Never let the facts get in the way of a good rant...

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The senator decided out of respect for these servicemen and women that it would be inappropriate to make a stop to visit troops at a U.S. military facility as part of a trip funded by the campaign.

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