Comments on: Blitzer: What would you like me to ask Barack Obama? http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/ All politics, all the time Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:07:36 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Mark http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1043513 Mark Thu, 08 May 2008 07:53:16 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1043513 I have two questions, when he says he can bring change and hope, how? I hear him say it all the time but not HOW he is going to do it. We all know the senate and house are already paid for somehow is he going to get rid of lobbyists all together? that is the only way to make real change in washington. So a real answer to how? Or what does he think about having 90% of the black vote and how does he justify telling the superdelegates to vote for the pop. vote they helped get instead of voting who they think is best qualified when it is more than evident that the 90% black vote is based on him being black and not what he stands for, which is the right way to vote for a president, race or qualifications? I have two questions, when he says he can bring change and hope, how? I hear him say it all the time but not HOW he is going to do it. We all know the senate and house are already paid for somehow is he going to get rid of lobbyists all together? that is the only way to make real change in washington. So a real answer to how?
Or what does he think about having 90% of the black vote and how does he justify telling the superdelegates to vote for the pop. vote they helped get instead of voting who they think is best qualified when it is more than evident that the 90% black vote is based on him being black and not what he stands for, which is the right way to vote for a president, race or qualifications?

]]> By: Kenny Jones http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042894 Kenny Jones Thu, 08 May 2008 02:02:06 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042894 In 2006 we elected a Democrat controlled Congress with promises of "Change". Since then they haven't done a thing with Social Security or Inmirgration. Promised to cut out pork,spending and earmarks. Cut fuel prices and be independent from foreign oil along with countless other promises of change. Yet we're worse off now under a Democrat controlled Congress. How does your call for change in Washington deal with that? In 2006 we elected a Democrat controlled Congress with promises of "Change". Since then they haven't done a thing with Social Security or Inmirgration. Promised to cut out pork,spending and earmarks. Cut fuel prices and be independent from foreign oil along with countless other promises of change. Yet we're worse off now under a Democrat controlled Congress. How does your call for change in Washington deal with that?

]]> By: A&K http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042801 A&K Thu, 08 May 2008 01:32:13 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042801 Mr. Wolf please ask Senator Obama the followings: 1. What makes you difference from other democratic presidents before you? 2.What are your plans for the enviroment? 3.Are you going to continue the bush/ Republican policies . 4.Whoud you keep us informed before you take action. 5.Would you consider Senator Hillary as your running mate. 6.What are your plan on gas price and consumption. Abi & Kazeem, Alpharetta GA Chattahoochee High Sch. Mr. Wolf please ask Senator Obama the followings:

1. What makes you difference from other democratic presidents before you?
2.What are your plans for the enviroment?
3.Are you going to continue the bush/ Republican policies .
4.Whoud you keep us informed before you take action.
5.Would you consider Senator Hillary as your running mate.
6.What are your plan on gas price and consumption.

Abi & Kazeem, Alpharetta GA Chattahoochee High Sch.

]]> By: Mike Fairfax Va. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042762 Mike Fairfax Va. Thu, 08 May 2008 01:14:40 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042762 I have it on good authority that the Clinton campaign will file an application to the court regarding Fla. and Mich. They will argue that both elections fall under state/federal constitutional law. In other words, you cannot separate out the Dem. primary election from the state election process. The question will be who has the greater right - the DNC or the constitution? Politics aside I think the Clinton group has a strong argument. The results in Michigan and Florida must be counted otherwise Clinton supporters will cry foul. I have it on good authority that the Clinton campaign will file an application to the court regarding Fla. and Mich. They will argue that both elections fall under state/federal constitutional law. In other words, you cannot separate out the Dem. primary election from the state election process. The question will be who has the greater right – the DNC or the constitution? Politics aside I think the Clinton group has a strong argument. The results in Michigan and Florida must be counted otherwise Clinton supporters will cry foul.

]]> By: AMIA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042759 AMIA Thu, 08 May 2008 01:14:08 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042759 As President, how will Obama crack down on this never-ending epidemic of police abuse and misuse of power, particularly against African American males? Also, will he hold judges accountable for their rulings which clearly reflects a miscarriage of justice (i.e., Sean Bell case)? It's my sincere hope that you, Mr. Wolf, will these questions to Mr. Obama. As President, how will Obama crack down on this never-ending epidemic of police abuse and misuse of power, particularly against African American males? Also, will he hold judges accountable for their rulings which clearly reflects a miscarriage of justice (i.e., Sean Bell case)? It's my sincere hope that you, Mr. Wolf, will these questions to Mr. Obama.

]]> By: Marni Todd http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042754 Marni Todd Thu, 08 May 2008 01:13:32 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042754 I initially supported Obama and continue to do so. proudly ! I was fortunate to see him at two events in Indiana - it is he, not Clinton, who initiated the enthusiasm, the energy , the quest for change - it is he who has made this election electric~ My question for our future President is, "Do you need help packing for your move to D.C.?" Marni B. Todd Hanover, IN I initially supported Obama and continue to do so. proudly ! I was fortunate to see him at two events in Indiana – it is he, not Clinton, who
initiated the enthusiasm, the energy , the quest for change – it is he who has made this election electric~ My question for our future President is, "Do you need help packing for your move to D.C.?"

Marni B. Todd
Hanover, IN

]]> By: Vernon Shorter http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042750 Vernon Shorter Thu, 08 May 2008 01:10:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042750 For the unfortunate people who brought gas hog Trucks, Vans, Cars, and Sport Utility Vehicles for work before gas prices went way up. As President , would you purpose a plan for Research and Development of a product or products to help americans boost potential gas hogs into more Fuel Efficient Vehicles ? P.S. I speak this question in the form of recent and older generation vehicles made by Car Makers, before these Car Maker giants, agree to your demands of producing Fuel Efficient Vehicles only. P.S. II Also, not after your demands for Fuel Efficient Vehicles have been met too of course. For the unfortunate people who brought gas hog Trucks, Vans, Cars, and Sport Utility Vehicles for work before gas prices went way up. As President , would you purpose a plan for Research and Development of a product or products to help americans boost potential gas hogs into more Fuel Efficient Vehicles ?

P.S.
I speak this question in the form of recent and older generation vehicles made by Car Makers, before these Car Maker giants, agree to your demands of producing Fuel Efficient Vehicles only.

P.S. II
Also, not after your demands for Fuel Efficient Vehicles have been met too of course.

]]> By: Kim http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042726 Kim Thu, 08 May 2008 01:04:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042726 Most of the answers to these questions can be found by simply researching the candidate. Most of the answers to these questions can be found by simply researching the candidate.

]]> By: Ishmael http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042719 Ishmael Thu, 08 May 2008 01:03:04 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042719 Would you mind asking Senator Obama if he has any specific plans for the future of the space program? Thanks. Would you mind asking Senator Obama if he has any specific plans for the future of the space program?

Thanks.

]]> By: Matthew http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042718 Matthew Thu, 08 May 2008 01:02:51 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042718 Wolf, Please ask Mr. Obama to detail how investments in solar and wind and the electricity grid can create jobs in America, decrease foreign oil and financial dependence, and promote peace in the Middle East. Many thanks. Wolf,

Please ask Mr. Obama to detail how investments in solar and wind and the electricity grid can create jobs in America, decrease foreign oil and financial dependence, and promote peace in the Middle East. Many thanks.

]]> By: Will http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042709 Will Thu, 08 May 2008 01:01:17 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042709 Our nation is quickly becoming behind in scientific progress, and Capital Hill is partly to blame. To name two examples, stem cell research and particle physics research are two areas that are repeatedly cut short--and both have extreme importance in their respective fields (stem cells for medical research, and particle physics for unraveling the very fabric of our universe). How will Obama contribute to ensuring that our nation still holds a place as one of the top research nations in the world? Our nation is quickly becoming behind in scientific progress, and Capital Hill is partly to blame. To name two examples, stem cell research and particle physics research are two areas that are repeatedly cut short–and both have extreme importance in their respective fields (stem cells for medical research, and particle physics for unraveling the very fabric of our universe). How will Obama contribute to ensuring that our nation still holds a place as one of the top research nations in the world?

]]> By: Anonymous http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042703 Anonymous Thu, 08 May 2008 01:00:30 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042703 Everyone knows what a different senior staff make, but no one seems to be willing to say who they are going to be. (a) Is he willing to say whom he would appoint to senior positions, or (b) has he not thought that through (not a good sign), or (c) is he witholding it because it might cost him votes, in which case people would want to know :) Candidates talk abou their plans for X, but the success of a plan depends on the people carrying it out. How can we have confidence in anyone's plan, if we don't know who those people are? Everyone knows what a different senior staff make, but no one seems to be willing to say who they are going to be.

(a) Is he willing to say whom he would appoint to senior positions, or
(b) has he not thought that through (not a good sign), or
(c) is he witholding it because it might cost him votes, in which case people would want to know :)

Candidates talk abou their plans for X, but the success of a plan depends on the people carrying it out. How can we have confidence in anyone's plan, if we don't know who those people are?

]]> By: Alice in Fort Myers, FL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042692 Alice in Fort Myers, FL Thu, 08 May 2008 00:57:45 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042692 I'd like to ask him why he's afraid to debate. I'd like to ask him why he subjected his children to Reverend Wright's lunacy. I'd like to ask him why he called for Don Imus to be fired even though he and his wife are bigger racists than Don Imus could ever aspire to being. I'd like to ask him about Rezko and Ayers. I'd like to ask him why he stutters and stammers all the time except when he's reading a pre-written speech. I'd like to ask him why he stole my Florida vote. I'd like to ask him why his followers act like pit bulls with rabies on all the posts and why they are so hate-filled. I'd like to ask him why being a community organizer qualifies him to be President. I'd like to ask him why he voted "present" so many times when he wasn't hitting the wrong button. The NUMBER ONE question I would like to ask him is: WHAT EXACTLY IS THIS CHANGE YOU KEEP PREACHING ABOUT?????????? I'd like to ask him why he's afraid to debate. I'd like to ask him why he subjected his children to Reverend Wright's lunacy. I'd like to ask him why he called for Don Imus to be fired even though he and his wife are bigger racists than Don Imus could ever aspire to being. I'd like to ask him about Rezko and Ayers. I'd like to ask him why he stutters and stammers all the time except when he's reading a pre-written speech. I'd like to ask him why he stole my Florida vote. I'd like to ask him why his followers act like pit bulls with rabies on all the posts and why they are so hate-filled. I'd like to ask him why being a community organizer qualifies him to be President. I'd like to ask him why he voted "present" so many times when he wasn't hitting the wrong button.

The NUMBER ONE question I would like to ask him is:

WHAT EXACTLY IS THIS CHANGE YOU KEEP PREACHING ABOUT??????????

]]> By: Andrew Lietzow http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042689 Andrew Lietzow Thu, 08 May 2008 00:56:58 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042689 I want to know when is he coming back to Iowa? We miss him. I want to know when is he coming back to Iowa? We miss him.

]]> By: hopeful in Florida http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042677 hopeful in Florida Thu, 08 May 2008 00:54:49 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042677 Obama has an opportunity to unite the party and include the Clintons, seating Florida and Michigan, and galvanizing the 50% of the democratic party and independents that want to see Hillary - with her experience - in the White House. How will he do this? Obama has an opportunity to unite the party and include the Clintons, seating Florida and Michigan, and galvanizing the 50% of the democratic party and independents that want to see Hillary – with her experience – in the White House. How will he do this?

]]> By: John Walker http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042676 John Walker Thu, 08 May 2008 00:54:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042676 Please ask Senator Obama if he thinks that after 8 years of George Bush the American electorate realizes that voting for someone they think they'd like to have a beer with is not the best criteria to use in reaching their decision. Please ask Senator Obama if he thinks that after 8 years of George Bush the American electorate realizes that voting for someone they think they'd like to have a beer with is not the best criteria to use in reaching their decision.

]]> By: Jo Ann Brown http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042674 Jo Ann Brown Thu, 08 May 2008 00:54:25 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042674 Ask him how does he propose to decrease and or eliminate white house lobbyist? How are they identified? Have him compare his campaign management expertise to ending Washington corruption. In other words, he ran a fine tuned campaign from top to bottom. Knowing where to set up offices, funding, contributions, etc. Give us a strategy for eliminating lobbyist who are presuading the various members and committees to vote on their behalf. Regarding a gas reprieve, can a tax deduction or credit be provided for using public transportation, as long as a receipt is provided. Secondly, can we have a strike date. Choose a Saturday, and request everyone not to drive their car. Can you ask American citizens to make this committment? Ask him how does he propose to decrease and or eliminate white house lobbyist? How are they identified? Have him compare his campaign management expertise to ending Washington corruption. In other words, he ran a fine tuned campaign from top to bottom. Knowing where to set up offices, funding, contributions, etc. Give us a strategy for eliminating lobbyist who are presuading the various members and committees to vote on their behalf.

Regarding a gas reprieve, can a tax deduction or credit be provided for using public transportation, as long as a receipt is provided. Secondly, can we have a strike date. Choose a Saturday, and request everyone not to drive their car. Can you ask American citizens to make this committment?

]]> By: Susan, Florida Democrat http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042673 Susan, Florida Democrat Thu, 08 May 2008 00:54:20 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042673 When I first saw Mr. Obama deliver the keynote address at the 2004 Democratic Convention, I said to myself, "I hope this man will one day become President." I thought 2012 or perhaps 2016. When I learned that he was running this term, I lost all respect for him because his views and issues are almost identical to Clinton's. I deeply wanted to see a woman President and I think his haste has hurt not only the first viable woman candidate but also will hinder his capability of being the best President he could've been. This is history: what's eight years? I am also a Florida Democrat who intends to vote for McCain if Obama is the nominee. My question is: Why couldn't he wait? When I first saw Mr. Obama deliver the keynote address at the 2004 Democratic Convention, I said to myself, "I hope this man will one day become President." I thought 2012 or perhaps 2016. When I learned that he was running this term, I lost all respect for him because his views and issues are almost identical to Clinton's. I deeply wanted to see a woman President and I think his haste has hurt not only the first viable woman candidate but also will hinder his capability of being the best President he could've been. This is history: what's eight years? I am also a Florida Democrat who intends to vote for McCain if Obama is the nominee. My question is: Why couldn't he wait?

]]> By: Robert from TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042672 Robert from TX Thu, 08 May 2008 00:54:06 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042672 I am a loyal Obama supporter, though sometimes I do see some hypocrisies that I see in all the candidates. I want to know if Obama would be willing to take public financing as he pledged to do earlier? If so, why? If not, why not and what has changed? I am a loyal Obama supporter, though sometimes I do see some hypocrisies that I see in all the candidates. I want to know if Obama would be willing to take public financing as he pledged to do earlier? If so, why? If not, why not and what has changed?

]]> By: vdemocrat http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042661 vdemocrat Thu, 08 May 2008 00:52:52 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042661 Ask him is he really a muslim. What does he think of mocking senator clinton reference" Kodak theatre debates." How does he smile so much? Where is his healthcare plans going? Why does he choose to attack Senator Clinton instead of Mcain? What does he think of abortion. Would he rather teenage girls pregnant and disowned? What does Obama have that Senator Clinton have and Mcain don't have? Shouldn't the Democrats be together fighting Mcain? Ask him is he really a muslim.
What does he think of mocking senator clinton reference" Kodak theatre debates."
How does he smile so much?
Where is his healthcare plans going?
Why does he choose to attack Senator Clinton instead of Mcain?
What does he think of abortion. Would he rather teenage girls pregnant and disowned?
What does Obama have that Senator Clinton have and Mcain don't have?
Shouldn't the Democrats be together fighting Mcain?

]]> By: Lawrence http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042650 Lawrence Thu, 08 May 2008 00:51:25 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042650 I am very happy the Rev.Wright has said that.Most of the things he says are true,but we as Americans do not want to hear them say.We lie to ourselves!!What he says it's the truth that we're facing right now.Why so many terror attacks?Why the whole world hate us?Why don't they attack other countries?It isn't because they envy our way of living,it is that WE THINK THAT THEY SHOULD LIVE THE WAY WE THINK IT"S THE RIGHT ONE!!We're wrong there!!We need democracy for the whole world ,and let them live the life they think is fair!They can't see what we see!I don't care about Obama or Hillary!But the whole world loves OBAMA!!Is that a sign? I am very happy the Rev.Wright has said that.Most of the things he says are true,but we as Americans do not want to hear them say.We lie to ourselves!!What he says it's the truth that we're facing right now.Why so many terror attacks?Why the whole world hate us?Why don't they attack other countries?It isn't because they envy our way of living,it is that WE THINK THAT THEY SHOULD LIVE THE WAY WE THINK IT"S THE RIGHT ONE!!We're wrong there!!We need democracy for the whole world ,and let them live the life they think is fair!They can't see what we see!I don't care about Obama or Hillary!But the whole world loves OBAMA!!Is that a sign?

]]> By: Stephy, Groton Connecticut http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042647 Stephy, Groton Connecticut Thu, 08 May 2008 00:51:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042647 "Senator Barack Obama, what do you think will be IMMEDIATE consequence of a rather fast withdrawal of the US troops from Iraq, on the economy, on national security?" -key word here: immediate_ "Senator Barack Obama,
what do you think will be IMMEDIATE consequence of a rather fast withdrawal of the US troops from Iraq, on the economy, on national security?"

-key word here: immediate_

]]> By: Octavio http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042645 Octavio Thu, 08 May 2008 00:50:56 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042645 I want to know if he may consider a join tiket with Hillary as his VP running mate. Thanks. I want to know if he may consider a join tiket with Hillary as his VP running mate. Thanks.

]]> By: Not for Obozo http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042636 Not for Obozo Thu, 08 May 2008 00:49:52 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042636 Three questions: 1. Why is he not telling the truth about Jeremiah Wright? I was told yesterday that every black person in this country knows who Jeremiah Wright is and what he stands for, that his sermons are sold and sent everywhere, and there is no way Obama did not know the contents of Wright's sermons. 2. Just what process in Washington does he intend to change? The process in Washington is prescribed by the Constitution, where the Congress makes the laws, and sends them to the President to sign. His colleagues from decades back state that he will not be pinned down, but if he wishes to be leader of the free world, it is time for him to give some concrete answers. Taking questions is part of the job, but I'm not sure he knows that. 3. Does he know that requirements for improving gas mileage were enacted after the gas shortages of the 70s and that it took 10 years? Does he have a plan for gas prices that has a slight possibility of working or helping the people at all? Three questions:
1. Why is he not telling the truth about Jeremiah Wright? I was told yesterday that every black person in this country knows who Jeremiah Wright is and what he stands for, that his sermons are sold and sent everywhere, and there is no way Obama did not know the contents of Wright's sermons.

2. Just what process in Washington does he intend to change? The process in Washington is prescribed by the Constitution, where the Congress makes the laws, and sends them to the President to sign. His colleagues from decades back state that he will not be pinned down, but if he wishes to be leader of the free world, it is time for him to give some concrete answers. Taking questions is part of the job, but I'm not sure he knows that.

3. Does he know that requirements for improving gas mileage were enacted after the gas shortages of the 70s and that it took 10 years? Does he have a plan for gas prices that has a slight possibility of working or helping the people at all?

]]> By: Damian http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042634 Damian Thu, 08 May 2008 00:49:47 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042634 Could you ask Obama, if elected; will he please teach the African American community to say the word "ask" properly instead of "axe" If that is accomplished, his presidency will be worthwhile in my opinion. Could you ask Obama, if elected; will he please teach the African American community to say the word "ask" properly instead of "axe"
If that is accomplished, his presidency will be worthwhile in my opinion.

]]> By: Kathy, Andover http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042632 Kathy, Andover Thu, 08 May 2008 00:49:23 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042632 Ask him if he received the Ancient Irish Blessing I sent . . . he must have. ;) Ask him if he received the Ancient Irish Blessing I sent . . . he must have. ;)

]]> By: Madrugada Jones http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042626 Madrugada Jones Thu, 08 May 2008 00:48:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042626 Mr. Obama, What will you do to make Muslim-Americans feel more comfortable about residing in this country? I know many Muslim-Americans who worry that, should we experience another terrorist attack perpetrated by Muslim extremists in the future -- an attack which has been all but guaranteed by the Deptartment of Homeland Security -- they'll be unfairly targeted as un-American. Thank you. Cartoons here: http://spinachflame.wordpress.com/ Mr. Obama,

What will you do to make Muslim-Americans feel more comfortable about residing in this country? I know many Muslim-Americans who worry that, should we experience another terrorist attack perpetrated by Muslim extremists in the future - an attack which has been all but guaranteed by the Deptartment of Homeland Security - they'll be unfairly targeted as un-American. Thank you.

Cartoons here: http://spinachflame.wordpress.com/

]]> By: Kay, Georgia http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042623 Kay, Georgia Thu, 08 May 2008 00:48:19 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042623 What is/was your relationship with William Ayers? You might as well get it out now . I listen to the the talk radio shows and they are waiting to ponce on this during the fall. . What is/was your relationship with William Ayers? You might as well get it out now . I listen to the the talk radio shows and they are waiting to ponce on this during the fall. .

]]> By: thatoneguy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042620 thatoneguy Thu, 08 May 2008 00:48:01 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042620 How does he feel about the suspension of Habeas Corpus for so-called "enemy combatants", and would he re-instate it? How does he feel about the suspension of Habeas Corpus for so-called "enemy combatants", and would he re-instate it?

]]> By: Stephy, Groton Connecticut http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042613 Stephy, Groton Connecticut Thu, 08 May 2008 00:46:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042613 "Senator Barack Obama, If elected president, after the troops withdrawal (that I believe you are for), what will be the foreign policy in Iraq and what will be the new functions and life of all these soldiers?" "Senator Barack Obama,
If elected president, after the troops withdrawal (that I believe you are for), what will be the foreign policy in Iraq and what will be the new functions and life of all these soldiers?"

]]> By: Ike http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042607 Ike Thu, 08 May 2008 00:46:00 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042607 Pls. do not bring up Rev. Wright. Ask about how he plans to bring about peace to the middle east, Africa and how he intend to crack down on terrorism all over the world. Pls. do not bring up Rev. Wright. Ask about how he plans to bring about peace to the middle east, Africa and how he intend to crack down on terrorism all over the world.

]]> By: JV http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042606 JV Thu, 08 May 2008 00:45:45 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042606 Ask him what are his relationships with Bill Ayers and Louis Farafan? Also, shouldn't all Americans be allowed to vote and make a difference. Why does he oppose the re-vote of Florida and Michican voters? This Democrat voting process is flawed if they are not allowed to stand and be counted. What has Senator Obama accomplished during his term as US Senator relating to the economy, foriegn policy, not being energy dependent, securing the borders, regulating the market speculators that drive the price of oil and other commodities up? Ask him what are his relationships with Bill Ayers and Louis Farafan? Also, shouldn't all Americans be allowed to vote and make a difference. Why does he oppose the re-vote of Florida and Michican voters? This Democrat voting process is flawed if they are not allowed to stand and be counted.

What has Senator Obama accomplished during his term as US Senator relating to the economy, foriegn policy, not being energy dependent, securing the borders, regulating the market speculators that drive the price of oil and other commodities up?

]]> By: wjb http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042603 wjb Thu, 08 May 2008 00:44:59 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042603 As he is campaigning against special interests owning Washington, does he support the RIAA and the Pro-IP Act? As he is campaigning against special interests owning Washington, does he support the RIAA and the Pro-IP Act?

]]> By: brian king http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042598 brian king Thu, 08 May 2008 00:44:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042598 Will Michelle Obama be proud of America even if he fails to win the presidency? Will Michelle Obama be proud of America even if he fails to win the presidency?

]]> By: Edward James , Dallas Texas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042596 Edward James , Dallas Texas Thu, 08 May 2008 00:44:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042596 Mr. Wolf, ask Obama & all federal officials SPECIFICALLY; 1)Does America need another Gasoline refinery? Yes or No 2) Where should we put it specifically? 3)What are the roadblocks? 4)What is the solution? 5) Does he have any consensus with any fellow Senators? and 6) when is he going to learn Spanish? Mr. Wolf,
ask Obama & all federal officials SPECIFICALLY;

1)Does America need another Gasoline refinery? Yes or No
2) Where should we put it specifically?
3)What are the roadblocks?
4)What is the solution?
5) Does he have any consensus with any fellow Senators?

and
6) when is he going to learn Spanish?

]]> By: Bob http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042592 Bob Thu, 08 May 2008 00:43:49 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042592 I would ask Obama... How could you even allow yourself to be interviewed by Wolf Blitzer? Almost similar to being interviewed by a former Clinton aide whose name starts with George and we all know how that went. Do you believe the reason Wolf supports Hillary is because he feels safer with Hillary's defense of the state of Israel and her desire to "obliterate" Iran rather than Obama's willingness to find real peace with input from all parties including the Palestinians? I would ask Obama...

How could you even allow yourself to be interviewed by Wolf Blitzer? Almost similar to being interviewed by a former Clinton aide whose name starts with George and we all know how that went.

Do you believe the reason Wolf supports Hillary is because he feels safer with Hillary's defense of the state of Israel and her desire to "obliterate" Iran rather than Obama's willingness to find real peace with input from all parties including the Palestinians?

]]> By: Y http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042589 Y Thu, 08 May 2008 00:43:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042589 I don't have any questions but I do have some answers to one of the questions on this blog.

In regards to Obama’s experience, Abraham Lincoln spent 8 years as a State Senator and 2 years as a US Senator before he became President. Obama has spent 7 years as State Senator and 3 years in the US Senate. Obama is as qualified as Abraham Lincoln was before he became President.

Senator Obama is a constitutional law professor and civil rights lawyer who has done more work in the community than most professionals. The March 20 edition of Time Magazine had an article called “Does experience matter in a President?” After you read the article you would realize that Obama is actually a preferred choice over Clinton and McCain, because doing the wrong thing over and over again is more detrimental than being successful in a few things.

]]> By: edward Ulrich http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042586 edward Ulrich Thu, 08 May 2008 00:42:42 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042586 Senator Obama, Why do you believe that a woman has the right to abort her child if she chooses to do so? God is the sole author and creator of all life. When a child is conceived in a mother's womb it is by the grace of God; man and woman only cooperated with God in this act of conception. In Gen. 4:1 Eve gives thanks to the Lord for haven given her a man child. In Luke 1:40-45 "When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the infant (not a glob of random cells or an non-entity) leaped in her womb...(The child in Elizabeth's womb was six months old). Have you never hear the expression "Mother with Child?" What is there not to understand in this statement? Chicago. Illinois Senator Obama,
Why do you believe that a woman has the right to abort her child if she chooses to do so? God is the sole author and creator of all life. When a child is conceived in a mother's womb it is by the grace of God; man and woman only cooperated with God in this act of conception.
In Gen. 4:1 Eve gives thanks to the Lord for haven given her a man child.
In Luke 1:40-45 "When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the infant (not a glob of random cells or an non-entity) leaped in her womb...(The child in Elizabeth's womb was six months old). Have you never hear the expression "Mother with Child?" What is there not to understand in this statement? Chicago. Illinois

]]> By: Ruthie, Stone Mountain GA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042584 Ruthie, Stone Mountain GA Thu, 08 May 2008 00:42:35 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042584 What are your plans to stabilize the housing market? What are your plans to stabilize the housing market?

]]> By: Don in Seattle http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042583 Don in Seattle Thu, 08 May 2008 00:42:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042583 Do NOT ask him about Wright! He does not derserve to have this thrown at him again and again! My main concern is that you, Wolfe, be gracious and fair with the man and not show your biases. Some good questions have been mentioned here. Most any would be good but the key is how you handle them yourself! Be fair and don't argue! Do NOT ask him about Wright! He does not derserve to have this thrown at him again and again! My main concern is that you, Wolfe, be gracious and fair with the man and not show your biases. Some good questions have been mentioned here. Most any would be good but the key is how you handle them yourself! Be fair and don't argue!

]]> By: Averill http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042582 Averill Thu, 08 May 2008 00:42:08 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042582 At what point in the primary process do you think Hilary lost her integrity and forgot this is not about her, but about the people. Why cant' Dean act like a leader and tell Hilary to step down? At what point in the primary process do you think Hilary lost her integrity and forgot this is not about her, but about the people. Why cant' Dean act like a leader and tell Hilary to step down?

]]> By: R.Rodriguez http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042573 R.Rodriguez Thu, 08 May 2008 00:41:16 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042573 What is your favorite beer? How do you feel about being so close to being the nominee for President of the US of America? What is the biggest misconception about you? Would you consider another woman other than HRC as VP candidate? I think that would seal the deal. Do you have any Pets? Thanks. What is your favorite beer?
How do you feel about being so close to being the nominee for President of the US of America?
What is the biggest misconception about you?
Would you consider another woman other than HRC as VP candidate? I think that would seal the deal.
Do you have any Pets?
Thanks.

]]> By: Mactar DIAGNE, PhD http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042569 Mactar DIAGNE, PhD Thu, 08 May 2008 00:41:06 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042569 Dear Mr. Blitzer--Here is the question I would like you to ask Senator Obama: Dear Senator Obama, Like your father, I came to the United States as an African student more than 20 years ago. I became a US citizen and I love this country dearly and deep down my heart. America has given me everything, including a good education and most importantly: HOPE. But given the daunting challenges: wars, economic downfalls, states collapsing, hunger, corruption, chaos, and many other problems facing Africans from Darfur to the Congo to other parts of Africa, my heart goes out every day to the peoples of Africa who are part of me; and for whom I would do anything to alleviate the misery in Africa. My question to you is: How do you honestly feel about Africa? Do you truly embrace your African heritage and how? What will you do to help Africa, if by the Grace of God you become President of this powerful nation? Thank you for your answer. Mactar DIAGNE, PhD Bowling Green, KY Dear Mr. Blitzer–Here is the question I would like you to ask Senator Obama:

Dear Senator Obama,

Like your father, I came to the United States as an African student more than 20 years ago. I became a US citizen and I love this country dearly and deep down my heart. America has given me everything, including a good education and most importantly: HOPE. But given the daunting challenges: wars, economic downfalls, states collapsing, hunger, corruption, chaos, and many other problems facing Africans from Darfur to the Congo to other parts of Africa, my heart goes out every day to the peoples of Africa who are part of me; and for whom I would do anything to alleviate the misery in Africa. My question to you is: How do you honestly feel about Africa? Do you truly embrace your African heritage and how? What will you do to help Africa, if by the Grace of God you become President of this powerful nation?

Thank you for your answer.

Mactar DIAGNE, PhD
Bowling Green, KY

]]> By: Cliff http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042568 Cliff Thu, 08 May 2008 00:40:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042568 A critical issue that hasn't received as much attention as it deserves concerns judicial appointments, particularly to the Supreme Court. With Mr. McCain promising to continue appointing judges like Alito and Roberts, what is Mr. Obama's philosophy on this subject, and what qualities would he seek to promote in considering judicial appointments? A critical issue that hasn't received as much attention as it deserves concerns judicial appointments, particularly to the Supreme Court. With Mr. McCain promising to continue appointing judges like Alito and Roberts, what is Mr. Obama's philosophy on this subject, and what qualities would he seek to promote in considering judicial appointments?

]]> By: emily http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042566 emily Thu, 08 May 2008 00:40:43 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042566 This headline should read: "What would you like me to ask Hilary Clinton?" This page would been draped with messages asking her to drop out. This headline should read: "What would you like me to ask Hilary Clinton?" This page would been draped with messages asking her to drop out.

]]> By: Bob Johnson http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042562 Bob Johnson Thu, 08 May 2008 00:40:12 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042562 With Obama emerging as the probable candidate for the Democratic party, I think it's important to understand how someone who claims to be a uniter and someone who represents change can attend an all black church? Sounds like the same old same to me, despite the controversy raised by his former pastor. With Obama emerging as the probable candidate for the Democratic party, I think it's important to understand how someone who claims to be a uniter and someone who represents change can attend an all black church? Sounds like the same old same to me, despite the controversy raised by his former pastor.

]]> By: Angie http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042551 Angie Thu, 08 May 2008 00:38:50 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042551 Question: Why does he always appear to be so arrogant, seemingly anti-American, and mostly voted 'present' instead of a clear yes or no? Question: Why does he always appear to be so arrogant, seemingly anti-American, and mostly voted 'present' instead of a clear yes or no?

]]> By: Allison http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042548 Allison Thu, 08 May 2008 00:38:38 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042548 How does Senator Obama plan to get health and prescription care out of the hands of the big drug and insurance companies? Is there a way to return power to the doctors and nurses? Is there a way to limit drug companies' big money, big profit attitudes? Will he provide universal healthcare that not only offers healthcare to all citizens, but at a reasonable price. A description of an unreasonable amount: I'm a healthy, self-employed woman in her early 30's who pays $450/month for health coverage, even though I only see a physician for routine checkups once to twice a year. And that price does not include any maternity or labor and delivery coverage in case of pregnancy. How does Senator Obama plan to get health and prescription care out of the hands of the big drug and insurance companies? Is there a way to return power to the doctors and nurses? Is there a way to limit drug companies' big money, big profit attitudes? Will he provide universal healthcare that not only offers healthcare to all citizens, but at a reasonable price. A description of an unreasonable amount: I'm a healthy, self-employed woman in her early 30's who pays $450/month for health coverage, even though I only see a physician for routine checkups once to twice a year. And that price does not include any maternity or labor and delivery coverage in case of pregnancy.

]]> By: Tom http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042547 Tom Thu, 08 May 2008 00:38:32 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042547 Yes, please ask him about tangential people like Sandie above said to. You know, because his wife and his ex-minister are the ones running right? You're ratings will go higher, you'll have successfully convicted him of racism by implication by asking him questions he can't answer. Please! This is important stuff here. I'm not sure if the previous 8-9 questions about race and Rev Wight are enough. Yes, please ask him about tangential people like Sandie above said to. You know, because his wife and his ex-minister are the ones running right?

You're ratings will go higher, you'll have successfully convicted him of racism by implication by asking him questions he can't answer.

Please! This is important stuff here. I'm not sure if the previous 8-9 questions about race and Rev Wight are enough.

]]> By: JS http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/07/blitzer-what-would-you-like-me-to-ask-barack-obama/#comment-1042546 JS Thu, 08 May 2008 00:38:24 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=6985#comment-1042546 In my view, I believe Rush Limbaugh and Hillary have a drinking problem. Both are showing signs of abberant behaviour. In my view, I believe Rush Limbaugh and Hillary have a drinking problem. Both are showing signs of abberant behaviour.

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