Comments on: McCain calls on Obama to repudiate 'shocking' Lewis comments

By: Kat

Kat — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:53:45 +0000

McCain needs to take a good long look at what he's doing. He's encouraging all this mess with his "pitbull" VP up to her winking eyes in hate and racism.

If someone shoots and kills Obama a good deal of the blame will land at the feet of McCain and Palin for inciting all this mess.

By: It is Obama-Biden in 2008 and 2012

It is Obama-Biden in 2008 and 2012 — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:53:34 +0000

Why in the world would Sen. Obama repudiate the TRUTH that Rep. John Lewis has stated.

What McCain and Palin need to do is apology to Sen. Obama and ALL of the America people for their hate-filled remarks and for wasting time in this election, turning the page from the economy, and turning to their old stale and dirty politics of fear, hatred, and division !

McCain-Palin's campaign is in the toilet. The question now is how will they exit – as someone who tried to focus on the economic wows with real solutions, or as someone who spent all of their time in negativity and divisions. I wonder which one will they choose.

I truly hope everyone will turn the page on this old dirty stale politics, and choose a better path. It's time for the American people to get it right and NOT vote for McCain-Palin, instead vote for change. It's time for this country to turn the page and seek a new and better future for ourselves and our children.It's time for REAL change in Washington, it's time to elect Barack Obama for president !

Obama-Biden are the wiser and stronger team to solve the crucial challenges we have in this nation and abroad !

By: yen

yen — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:51:29 +0000

The republican party has failed with Bush/McCain. Now McCain/Palin and they have added Cindy to the mix are just trying to add hatered and division to the already angry and hurting American people. Please McCain go to your retirement while people still think kindly of you.

By: Amy

Amy — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:50:43 +0000

Actually leaders of the KKK have stated they want Obama to win, their numbers have gone down because more people are tolerant or don't care about color these days, and the KKK thinks Obama and people upset with the direction of the nation will increase their numbers. Obviously, they don't have to wait that long with McCain/Palin inciting hatred wherever they can. It's a dangerous thing, this inciting of hatred... only days before JFK was shot, a "Treason" ad with JFK's picture and his "treasonous" acts ran in a Dallas newspaper...

By: Danel

Danel — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:50:25 +0000

This is 2008 NOT 1960. Time to turn the page and look for a better tomorrow.. America are you ready? The whole world is watching us how we conduct ourselves.

By: prepared

prepared — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:48:14 +0000

to many people believe that in todays' society, blacks, whites or all america will stand for this non-sense. slavery days are over and the Karl Rove fear tactics want work this time. My only comment is to tell folks that when, not if this thing finally blow, be prepared to defend yourself and stand up for what is right. According to mulitple news sources, the economy crisis were caused by lending to blacks and minorities (what ever). Bottom line McCain, if this thing turns into a war, we will have you and your pitbull soccermom to thank. remember George Wallace sicked the dogs on blacks (us), this time it will be diffrent.

By: jason, tx

jason, tx — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:47:32 +0000

Obama has to say NOTHING! The McCain campaign has become an incredible cesspool.

By: A former Republican

A former Republican — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:47:26 +0000

McCain and Caribou Barbie have been telling lies and inciting hatred because they don't have anything substantive to talk about. The Republican crowds can protest all they want that they're not covert racists but everyone knows the truth.

Not only should Sen Obama not repudiate Rep Lewis (A man whose opinions McCain says he respects), But more people need to point out McCain has no clothes and Palin is far too stupid to have any authority in America. ( Even dumber than W ).

I am concerned for the safety of Sen Obama, if anything that happens it will be completely Sen McCain and Palins fault.

I'm saying No to 4 more years of the most horrible and criminal administration in history

By: Clemiko

Clemiko — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:47:11 +0000

Noble Americans, let us work to mitigate the risks possed by McCain/Palin by voting Obama/Biden which represents the new face of America. We need to resolve the our economic issues at home and reclaim our respective and leadersship in the world. Let us stop McCain now and prevent him from crashing this nation just as he crashed 3 US jets as a pilot

By: J.C.

J.C. — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:46:47 +0000

Does it matter who said what now?
I could not stand sending Hillary Clinton back to the White House and neither can I see a Democrat in the White House to help a Dem-controlled Congress drag us into more trouble after the 700-billion bailout.
I am with President George Washington. Partisan politics is no good.

By: Janet American Abroad

Janet American Abroad — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:46:37 +0000

The McCain & Palin campaign should look in a mirror first!

By: Shannon Wolfe

Shannon Wolfe — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:46:29 +0000

What John McCain and Palin
are doing is more detrimental than a "blatant" racist. It
is beyond disturbing and it is beyond belief that a person who is
running for the President of the United States could be so divisive. He is purposely feeding into racism and prejudice. It has been a sad and frightening week to watch as McCain and Palin fuel the flames of racism in our country. Our beautifully DIVERSE country!

When Barack Obama is elected President of the United States it will be an incredible day! We can celebrate unity and diversity. Barack Obama has given his all to get to this point and I know that he will give his all to us as the President. I can not wait to celebrate!

Our children are experiencing this historical moment and it is only the beginning. Barack has broken down barriers and It has not been easy but he has faced it with dignity and determination. Before Barack there were many more African Americans who whittled away at these barriers to allow him to break through. It has been such a long journey. I am thankful to each and every person who struggled but kept pushing forward.

Barack Obama is intelligent, level headed and has all of our best interest at heart. He will be our next President!

Thank you Barack and Michelle Obama!

By: VETS4Obama

VETS4Obama — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:46:16 +0000

Impeach McShame's smart mouthed, eye candy power abuser now!!! She is the pig in lipstick who is inciting the mobs!

By: Marie

Marie — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:46:05 +0000

John McCain is a very pathetic and desparate man. All I hear is the rhetoric that he hides behind and all I see is an egotist trying to attain the top postion of the presidency any way he can.

The only people that need to apologize are John McCain and Sarah Palin. They have done nothing but spew fear, hatred and division when this counrty desparately needs to be pulling together. We don't need a bully and his parrot running this great country further into the ground. We need a leader.
Obama 08

By: TheRealThing

TheRealThing — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:45:30 +0000

Please, please, please, John McCain cry me a river!

By: Alaska

Alaska — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:45:08 +0000

Anonymous said...
On Daily Kos, an interesting article about the building of the Palin's house, and how it coincided with the building of the super new sports complex, and how Todd Palin says he built it with the help of some friends!!!
Hope we have some investigative reporters out there who could do some follow up, do you have any Alaskan bloggers?

By: McCainLostMyVote

McCainLostMyVote — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:43:51 +0000

i am have been writing to Republican senators and congreeman that McCain and Palin sound like KKK cheer leaders. They are disgusting. Palin is clearly a cessionist and traitor. She should be prosecuted for treason

By: elisabeth

elisabeth — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:43:19 +0000

this whole thing is just plain stupid....sadly, there are lot of folks buying into it. Of course it is dangerous what the campaign is doing, most of all Palin. Only ignorance and arrogance can do that. Igniting the base feelings of a mob is bound to create disaster...do they know what they are doing or are they that ignorant? In terms of Palin whatever she advocates and stands for is just empty rethoric. I am a working mother of 2 healthy children...for her to be pro life and not being at home with them is not pro family, opposite. It is ruthless self-importance.

By: Joel Parkes

Joel Parkes — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:41:48 +0000

McCain has always been a feisty dude and he is doing the best he can with a terrible political party that has no hope of winning after what Bush has done. I believe that we will start to see a more graceful side to McCain as the election date draws near and, after seeing he has no chance, he will be doing what he can to at least make the Republican brand palatable for the future. I still can't help but respect a guy who, when offered release from a Vietnamese prison camp, refused unless his fellow prisoners could go with him. Don't get me wrong, however. I wouldn't vote for the guy, but I do admire what he has achieved in his life.

By: jpinaz

jpinaz — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:41:48 +0000

I voted early for OBAMA. Everytime Mc Cain/Palin is on T.V. I change the channel. Have we forgot this is THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA year 2008 not the 1960.

By: Hmmm

Hmmm — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:41:41 +0000

Be careful Ridegway...your mullet is hanging awfully low, and you're looking a bit red about the neck.

By: No Hillary = No Obama

No Hillary = No Obama — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:41:31 +0000

If you don't think the so-called Bradley Effect isn't alive – just look at the McCain rally with all those angry people. That's the Bradley Effect unfolding right before your eyes. Add that to the 18 million Hillary supporters who Obama raised his middle finger to and see how many return the gesture on election day. Yep, that's what I call Rock The Vote.

By: SB in NoVA

SB in NoVA — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:41:24 +0000

Forget it McCain ... you and Hateful Barbie have sown the seeds. Now you think all you have to say is "don't be scared of Obama"? Not only are you using racism to try win an election ... you ARE INCITING FEAR IN UNITED STATES CITIZENS ... isn't THAT terrorism?????? Domestic terrorism????? I watched the one lady in the red shirt who said Obama was an Arab. She was truly scared. She believed in what you told her to, "Who is Barack Obama?" "He pals around with terrorists." She believed you and now she is scared. Are you happy now? You are a disgrace! Obama/Biden 08-12

By: Carol in Florida

Carol in Florida — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:40:55 +0000

As a white American, I can only say that Rep. Lewis did not say anything that was not true. The McCain-Palin ticket for the last two weeks have been stoking the crowd to make these vile and down right threatening statements. After watching some of their townhall rallies I thought I was watching a Ku Klux Klan or Skin head rally instead of a Presidental rally. If anything happens to Senator Obama, John McCain has a lot to answer.

By: Eric Cooper

Eric Cooper — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:40:41 +0000

@ Ridgeway – You can tell a lot a bout a man based on the comments he is willing to attach to himself in a public forum. "Shock of shocks a black guy supporting Obama." I wonder if you even see the irony in your own statement. I hope you're able to step outside your little box one day and see that the world truly is a big, wonderful and diverse place.

The Obama was right to repudiate the comparison to Wallace and the 60's, but the statements by Lewis are not wrong. It is sad state of affairs when a politician is being begged by his supporters to attack a man not on his policies, but on surface issues never fully researched, but brought to the forefront as if they were cold hard facts. I'm sorry, but some of these people are finding it hard to hide their hoods.

Obama/Biden '08

By: John

John — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:40:26 +0000

I respected McCain in the past. I am ashamed that I ever wanted to vote for him. He has turned the Republican Party into a hate group. I have voted Republican all my life. I can never again.

By: Liz

Liz — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:32:05 +0000

McCain is the candidate and therefore, responsible for his campaign. Who is giving these hatemonkers the microphone and putting them in the position of doing introductions? McCain and his people that's who. And this Palin evil-doer...the hockey moms and the women who have spewed that "she's just like me" or "one of us" - that scares me if it's true. So many with so much hate inside. I pray for our country and it's survival through this and for Senator Obama's safety. A good man trying to honor his country by doing good.

By: Vote for Change

Vote for Change — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:32:04 +0000

Hatred begets Hatred.

Everyone needs to take a deep breath and think pleasant thoughts to soothe their emotions at this point. We will each have a chance to vote very soon, and our voices will be heard in this great democracy we love.

By: Rhonda in KY

Rhonda in KY — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:32:03 +0000

P.S. I'm a white person in KY voting for Obama.

By: lynn

lynn — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:32:02 +0000

With the rhetoric of the McCain campaign.....especially Palin's hateful and snarkey comments....what do they expect? Of course the lunatic fringe comes out and it's fueled by the inuendo and outright comments of both the candidates.....especially Palin who relishes her job as being the attack dog for the campaign.

By: SAM BROWER

SAM BROWER — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:31:56 +0000

We know John McCain fought for this country honorable. Let’s be very clear, he is rewarded immensely for his service. I don’t know what else he wants from this country? There are very less fortunate veterans virtually from all the wars this country fought. The homeless veterans do not complain that they are not presidents, they complain because their country reneged on its promise to them.

By: BK

BK — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:31:50 +0000

Representative Lewis was at Selma. He is simply calling out McCain/Felon and comparing what he sees now with what he saw then. The truth hurts, and if McCain/Felon cannot see it – then shame on them. Of course they see it – of course they know they have gone too far – thats why McCain is pulling back on the hate speech.

Should Obama repudiate Lewis for speaking his opinion? – NO – Obama has nothing to do with it

By: Calling all Witch Doctors

Calling all Witch Doctors — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:30:26 +0000

I can't wait to see the newest installment of McCain's 'I'm a POW Hizzy Fit' to run away from another problem he created.

By: JWR

JWR — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:30:19 +0000

What kind(s) of medication is McCain on?

By: Sara

Sara — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:29:59 +0000

Are you serious okay, now my opinion, McCain is getting senile!!!!!! nothing makes sense that comes out of his mouth SCARY

By: jagdish, Bellevue, WA

jagdish, Bellevue, WA — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:25:02 +0000

silly...you can dish it but can't take it ??

By: Delbert

Delbert — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:22:53 +0000

McCain
isn't
Able

By: polar bears 08

polar bears 08 — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:22:34 +0000

Good going Mr. Lewis!

By: Jason

Jason — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:22:09 +0000

These guys have no shame.

By: Richard Johnson

Richard Johnson — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:21:36 +0000

Racism still exist. It is in the hearts and mind of many. But we need change. Barack Obama as president will give a new face worldwide of America. Electing him as President can be a dose of medicine throughout the United States that will minimize the effects of racism. It is not surprising that the sixpackers showed up shouting racist remarks.

By: frank J

frank J — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:21:23 +0000

Message from the Alien world...Palin will never be welcomed by any country outside of the USA

By: Concerned in North Carolina

Concerned in North Carolina — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:21:17 +0000

Representative John Lewis told the truth. The people at the McCain/Plain campaign events have begun to behave as if they were at KKK rallies. The McCain/Pain rallies have become Obama hatefests. Genetically, Obama is just has much White as he is Black. Some of the people who "fear" or hate him the most will benefit much more from an Obama presidency that they would a McCain presidency. Forget about race, think about your economic interest.

By: McCain scares me

McCain scares me — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:21:14 +0000

CNN

I no longer feel safe with John McCain in the United States. The Klan sees him as their new leader and it would be a shame that a vote for McCain is a vote for the Klan.

How do we as concerned citizens have McCain arrested?

Thank you in advance!

By: Ridgeway

Ridgeway — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:21:10 +0000

From the state that brought us Cynthia McKinney comes John Lewis another mental midget. The guy is barely articulate and remains stuck in the 60's. He's a racist of the highest order and I am disappointed McCain would pander to him. I don't know what McCain expected. If you lay down with dogs you get fleas. Shock of shocks a Black guy supporting Obama.

By: Bea in Virginia

Bea in Virginia — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:21:06 +0000

Deal with it McKKKain– you and your dimwitted pit bull in lipstick have riled up the your followers into a dangerous frenzy by feeding their racist fears.

Rep Lewis was 100% right to call you on it.

By: Watching Closely

Watching Closely — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:20:56 +0000

This is good. This is really good. It's like purging out the remaining ills within our society. Boil up the scum and scrape it off the top. The Dixiecrats have emerged, their children have embraced a better day, and a healthier mindset and it ills them that they've chosen a better value system. The McCain/Palin ticket have forced them out of hiding. They yell insults such as 'terrorists' and 'socialist'. They invoke fear in the hearts of others and use threats to express their own fears. They say things like 'he's Muslim, 'he's Arab', 'that one', and 'I'm angry that 'That Obama' has gotten where he is'. The faux Republicans are horribly fearful of what's to come, not realizing that they fear their own shadows. We knew you were hiding inside the Republican Party, posing as Christians. When this is over, in about a year, we will be on our way to a better America. You will be left behind.

By: Obama Supporter

Obama Supporter — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:20:52 +0000

Racism is alive and well. I believe mccain/palin is trying to incite a riot. However, Obama/Biden will win in landslide. I continue to hear mccain/palin talk about everything, but the issues that face America. I believe that they do not have any idea to help America. I heard palin say today, "they will clean up our trillion dollars of debt in their first term." I do not care to hear anything that she speaks about. I also believe that she continues to ask the question, "who is Barrack Obama?" I really would like to know who is "Sarah Palin." I need her to go back to Alaska and look for Russia from her house and give Monegan his job back. Oh!!!!!! please take the first dude with you.

By: greenwalk

greenwalk — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:20:26 +0000

See McCain, see what you started. If only you had run an honest campaign, none of this would have happened.

By: Justin from CT

Justin from CT — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:20:25 +0000

Wallace came around and admitted he was racist, McCain has yet to do so.

By: jason

jason — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:20:22 +0000

OH POOR BABY MCCAIN>......its OK for you to slam Obama but NOT ok for others....you two-faced angry old man, go hide your face in shame somewhere !!!!!