Comments on: Man asked to leave Philly polling place

By: Voter Intimidation Allowed To Happen - TideFans.com

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[...] Re: Voter Intimidation Allowed To Happen Something is very fishy about this Fox article. Read this...from election day. First off, there were two people. Not three as the Fox article states. One of those people had a poll watching certificate, so he was allowed to stay. The other was asked to leave, and he left without incident. CNN Political Ticker: All politics, all the time Blog Archive – Man asked to leave Philly polling pl... [...]

By: anonymous one

anonymous one — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:46 +0000

If you were looking at Fox news, you would see the video of this very person intimidating potential voters. CNN probably has a copy of the video, but refuse to show it because the socialist may realize what they are voting for. I suppose he will be a member of Obama's new US police force he is gonna fund. KGB

United Socialist of North America

USNA here we come!-

By: big poppy

big poppy — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:32 +0000

$250,000 ? Because I have a conscience and I'm smart enough to spend my own money and don't need some corrupt politician to spend it for me and I don't feel I'm ENTITLED to anything just because I was born in this country and I choose to work for what I get...that's why I'm a Republican.

By: Obama/Biden

Obama/Biden — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:29 +0000

To
30 YEAR OLD REPUBLICAN MOM

What do you have to say for such statements from your Republican party...this is the problem, McCain and Palin had created such a division....remember, when one finger is being pointed at us, the other "4" is pointing back at YOU

47yo male for McCain November 4th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

This is clearly a member of the black panthers. This is the way blacks function. They know no better!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By: Michael

Michael — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:22 +0000

Time for people to think. McCain 08

By: War Eagle 0222

War Eagle 0222 — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:22 +0000

Philadelphia is a joke. The Democrats there have made vote fraud and voter intimidation a fine art. How many times have do we hear the Democrats talk about voter suppression from Republicans and yet they never, ever, provide any evidence of it. Now we have video evidence of Democrat voter suppression and the Dems are just fine with that because it helps Obamessiah. By the way, didn't hear any Republicans saying there will be riots if McCain loses, but maybe we need to look into that.

By: elvera

elvera — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:13 +0000

My greatest fear is that McCain campaign will commit another crime and will still the election. I am so nervous that I cannot even watch TV.
We do not need a ‘fighter’, we need a leader.
How come so many McCain/Palin supporters did not realize that the entire McCain/Palin campaign is a scam? Fake maverick – McCain; fake reformer – Palin; even fake plumber – Joe (actually, he is Joe the Con Artist). McCain is anti-intellectual, erratic, arrogant, and delusional. And Palin…? How in the world she was elected a governor? She is a pathetic liar and a blockhead!
Elvera in Texas

By: kevin

kevin — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:11 +0000

Its pretty sad that it took these two idiots to finally bring out the Republicans racist ideology.
OBAMA 08

By: Louis in MN

Louis in MN — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:09 +0000

We don't know if they belong to the Panthers, but one thing I do know for sure is that if a member of the Klan showed up in their garb, it would be a huge problem. Unfortunately, organizations like the Panthers and NAACP has masked separatism as equal rights. I'm all for equal rights, but let's keep some equality in there. It's really just separatism. Very sad.

By: pooty

pooty — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:05 +0000

BLACK PANTHERS IN BERETS! i JUST LOVE CATS!

By: Dee - VA

Dee - VA — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:35:03 +0000

GO OBAMA/BIDEN '08

By: NavyGirl82

NavyGirl82 — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:58 +0000

Why is it "OK" for intimidating Black Panther Gang Members to stand in front of the door where people go to vote?
And to think they are baring weapons. Where is the police presence in Philadelphia??

By: Was independant, but now McCain 2008

Was independant, but now McCain 2008 — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:56 +0000

I guess I could scream cheating or stealing the election by the democrats along with the violations of ACORN, but then I would sound like a democrat when they say the Republicans stole the 2004 election or anything that goes wrong this election is the Republicans that are trying to steal the election again.

Get over it people. No one stole any election. The democrats lost in 2004!!! No ones stealing 2008 even with ACORN and whatever people are saying in Philly.

Whomever wins, wins and I will support although I may not agree. I am proud to have voted for McCain because I believe more in line with his stance on the issues more than Obama's.

For all of you who seems to believe that because I don't believe the same way you do that I am uninformed, ignorant, etc. it only shows your the wealth of your ignorance that you could possibly think you know what's best for everyone.

I also find it comical and insane that Bill and Hilary Clinton talks about getting us out of 8 years of mistakes by the Republican party when he is the one that created the banking fiasco by forcing banks to loan money to those that could not qualify for loans on their own. I cringe everytime I think about more of the same from Obama and the Democratic party.

By: Will

Will — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:53 +0000

If that was a white guy carrying a night stick in front of a polling place the DEMS would be screaming at the top of their lungs......

By: vote! OBAMA-BIDEN NOV.4th

vote! OBAMA-BIDEN NOV.4th — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:43 +0000

VOTE OBAMA-BIDEN, AMERICA WILL HAVE A NEW DIRECTION AFTER TODAY, WE WILL HAVE A LEADER WHO CARES FOR ALL AMERICA, NOT JUST PARTS OF IT. VOTE OBAMA-BIDEN

By: gail

gail — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:36 +0000

black panther? before the news makes a call like that, get the story straight just another example of trying to make Obama the boogie man. I voted for Obama and im proud of it, I believe in his policies and I thought he ran a decent uplifting campaign, as a white grandma I am appalled at sarah Palin she does not represent me as a women, she is vile and evil with every hateful word that she has used

By: David in red neck Texas where the hill billys roam

David in red neck Texas where the hill billys roam — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:35 +0000

Sure would be nice to go vomit after the election tonight and discard that last eight years of FAILED HUMAN BEHAVIOR

By: Leslie

Leslie — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:29 +0000

I was told at my polling place this morning in Missouri that I would not be allowed to vote until I turned my "Hillary" T-shirt inside out – paying homage to what could have been after being yelled at for several minutes while I simply refused, the poll worker called her supervisor over who told me that I could keep my shirt on and proceed to vote...Hillary isn't even a candidate. My 15 year old daughter who was there with me was proud that I stood my ground....It was beyond ridiculous!

By: Magenta

Magenta — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:23 +0000

All the FOX News fear-mongers need to pack there bags and head for Canada – there is new hope for America coming...and all us bleeding heart liberals will be left to re-create a country that works towards peace and a future for ALL of humanity

By: Obama Mama in Acadiana

Obama Mama in Acadiana — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:16 +0000

There was no mention fo race. I also pictured some half-witted guy who's watched Taxi Driver one time too many ("You talkin' da me?!). Race never entered my head. This is a scary place and will get scarier if we don't unify. Only 1 team on the ballot can do that. Vote Obama/Biden 2008! God bless America!

By: Hope-a-Dope

Hope-a-Dope — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:10 +0000

So the Clinton News Network reports what appears to be a democratic irregularity and the neo-coms start spewing anti-republican garbage as if they had anything to do with it. That's rich.

Maybe the media will try to come back to the center after their shameful pro-Obama campaign coverage. I doubt it though.

By: Samantha

Samantha — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:07 +0000

We should all keep in mind that AMERICA was founded on CHRISTIAN MORALS AND VIEWS. Now we have a man running for office who find our national anthem OFFENSIVE and our pledge of allegiance disgraceful.....WHAT ABOUT THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO HAVE DIED SO YOU CAN THINK THAT WAY!! MCCAIN/PALIN 2009

By: vahe

vahe — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:34:00 +0000

cant waith to see mccain lose.... Mccain is a crook thats what i can tell to Americans

By: today..

today.. — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:59 +0000

I am an African-American woman, I would like to say that no matter what happens, I want to thank EVERYBODY and thank God for letting Barack Obama get this far!

This election is a healing moment in this country and I just want to let you all know how thankful I am.

Regardless of who you are, what race you are, we are all Americans and I'm very proud to be a citizen of this country.

God bless America's spirit and hope. Let us wake tommorrow as Americans UNITED.

By: S. Boatman

S. Boatman — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:58 +0000

Black Panthers? Do They Even Exist Anymore? Ha Ha. . . . Be Afraid Mccain Supporters! . . . Or The Big Bad Black Panthers Will Beat You With Their Sticks! Ha Ha! You Better Not Try To Vote Mccain Supporters! The Black Panthers Are Watching You! Ha Ha!

By: nick

nick — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:57 +0000

AMERICA IS IN TROUBLE

By: Laura (American abroad)

Laura (American abroad) — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:55 +0000

Come on, CNN. Call this what it really is. A non-incident? I in no way think Obama had anything to do with this or that he would condone this but I'm tired of being called a racist because I don't think he is qualified. Voter intimidation is wrong no matter who is doing it. It should never be dismissed or called a "non incident". That was America's past. I'd hate to think we've learned anything at all. Calling it a "non-incident" is an insult to everyone, no matter what race or party they are.

By: logic

logic — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:43 +0000

did we forget about the skins heads this past week?? atleast this poser didn't threaten to kill mccain who is one blood drop away from a being with god. face the facts america is still racisit im an educated multiracial man and im ready for change Obama/Biden 08-16 Clinton 16-24 lets go democrats

By: Dee

Dee — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:43 +0000

OBAMA/BIDEN '08 ALL THE WAY !!!
I don't want no McSANE in the White House !
You Go Barack, I am praying 4 you and your family ! I know God will do the right thing !

By: Archie C. Williams

Archie C. Williams — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:42 +0000

30 YEAR OLD REPUBLICAN MOM..yes lets get real.. and get Bush and that nut chenney out of office. He should be put in jail for war crimes. There is something wrong with your mine if your think this nut is ok. What a low life we had as president..Time to turn over a new and great page in American Histroy. A Great day to be an American.. .....search your inner self and be real.

By: Kris

Kris — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:41 +0000

To: 47 year old male for McCain: You are a prime example of what is wrong with this country. Also....grow up! (From: 59 year old white female for Obama)

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:40 +0000

If Obama is elected, i hope he survives. I've heard people say he may be "killed by his own".

I voted for him though. Can't stand GI John it that Alaskan retard

By: Danielle

Danielle — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:39 +0000

I hope the media doesn't make this out to be more than it is. You have a wanna be robocop on the loose which was handled by the people who should be handling idiots breaking the law. Move along – nothing more to see.

By: I Like Cats

I Like Cats — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:39 +0000

They are Black Panthers CNN!!!!

By: Obama-Biden 08'

Obama-Biden 08' — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:37 +0000

There is voting issues in every election. Does the GOP really want to talk about rigged elections. The repulicans and these right wing good ol boys who think the sky is falling just because someone who does represent the Red party and doesn't look just like they do is going to be the next President of the United States of America. They have already proven that as long as your on the right side of fence then they will vote for you. Hince "Sarah Palin".

By: SIMP

SIMP — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:36 +0000

If this was an incident trying to discourage white votes by having a person there that looked like a black panther, that would be ashame. Obama is going to fight for all of us not just the africian americans, he has said it many times. Obama does not want division, we have a lot of healing and wounds to heal as of now. Obama will be president for ALL the people not just one or two groups. Let unite the nation not continue to divide it.

Obama/Biden

By: Ernie Colorado

Ernie Colorado — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:33 +0000

I can't wait until electrical bills/taxes/gas etc. go up... DEPRESSION on the way, History doesn't lie... Elect your tax and spend DEM.... It's not new, fresh, or change........ Just the second coming of Jimmy Carter (Oh, with less experience).....

Yeah! Go Obama!

By: Philadelphia Resident

Philadelphia Resident — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:31 +0000

Facts of the matter:

1) This incident involved 2 men at one polling place in North Philly, a predominantly black neighborhood.

2) The man who was asked to leave is C-R-A-Z-Y. He's a local celebrity nutjob.

3) The police took care of it within 20 minutes.

4) No voters were intimidated or turned away.

5) End of story.

By: Sue

Sue — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:28 +0000

"what appeared to be a black outfit with a beret and holding a nightstick " APPEARED? There is video of this, and it was perfectly clear. What's this about "fear from the right wing?" (see comments) A large man standing there w/ a nightstick? I didn't see him carrying a McCain sign. And another comment here saying "no one was intimidated?" The police were called by a voter who felt intimidated, genius. Maybe the Philly DA's office hasn't received a complaint, but I know I wouldn't be calling the DA's office to complain if I'm being intimidated. I wouldn't even know who to call at the DA's office. But everyone knows 911. I'd call the police, which is what the intimidated people did. DUH... Of course the DA's office would call it a "non-incident." The police took care of it, and the man left w/o incident. No doubt the large man w/ the nightstick would try to turn it around and call himself the victim. I wouldn't be surprised if he hasn't claimed that already.

By: Jay

Jay — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:26 +0000

I just watched the video on You Tube. Regardless of who you're voting for, no one should be allowed to carry a night-stick and claim that they are security at a voting location unless they actually are law enforcement or a security company. The actions of not one, but two individuals dressed up like this could definitely be perceived as intimidation. Watch the video for yourself, then you can make your own conclusion.

By: Reasoned1955

Reasoned1955 — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:23 +0000

Cynthia...Do the research. There's photos of the incident on the web.

By: meek

meek — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:23 +0000

Black Panthers! They don't exist anymore. If they did there presence would be known through out this election.
There is no need to fear the black man because the white man will always find a way to cheat, still, and lie to
Keep him down.

By: T California

T California — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:22 +0000

Obama supporters exercising voter intimidation. Obama supporters writing blogs supporting it. Borderline stupidity.

By: Obar

Obar — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:17 +0000

They WERE black men. Fox news is reporting it and showing video...maybe you should fact check first.

By: AnnaKatherine

AnnaKatherine — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:16 +0000

Give me a break people… both parties have their crazy, unstable, questionable supporters – if one can even prove this man is a DEMOCRAT! I saw a photo from Halloween – a man dressed as the GRAND WIZARD of the KKK with a rope around a woman’s neck whose face was painted black – and pinned to his costume was a MCCAIN/PALIN button. Dare I say this is representative of EVERYONE supporting McCain? So tell me, "Marie from Ohio" - what's more indicative of a "SAD DAY FOR AMERICA".

And let me add - I am a white woman, registered republican who voted for OBAMA!

By: TJ

TJ — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:15 +0000

Stop the hatred America. It is doing no one any good. It is our duty as citizens of this great nation, when the votes have been counted, and the electoral votes awarded, to support the winning candidate as our next President. I cast my vote fo the candidate I prefer with the full understanding that if he is not the winner, I must accept and support the will of my fellow Americans. That is what makes this nation great and that is what will keep this nation great. Unless of course, we the people decide to allow the divisiveness to continue beyond the election and into the next four years. Our enemies around the world would love nothing more...Please America, it is time to come together and honor the gift that our forefathers gave us – all of us.

By: 47yo in Indiana

47yo in Indiana — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:11 +0000

all of you angry dems and repubs -chill out and act like Americans...remember we all have a country to love and build for our kids so drop the partisan anger and just act like freaking adults already

By: truthfulman

truthfulman — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:09 +0000

if Obama wins there will be violence and riots from the silent majority. People will not stand for Marxism!

By: believer

believer — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:08 +0000

a king????? you MUST be referring to Jesus, he is the only KING!!!!

By: Damion K. Miles

Damion K. Miles — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:33:07 +0000

From the looks of these comments, it appears as if there are a lot of White people out there that are afraid of Black people. The guys standing outside this polling station are not Black Panthers. There is one trait, out of many, that is not race specific.....ignorance. No one likes an ignorant person unless they, themselves, are ignorant.
This is a day that will be lawded in American History whether Barack Obama wins this election or not.
Fear is one thing that Americans cannot afford to have at this time. I hope that those of us that are not supporting Barack Obama will support him after this day is done. Because, people, whether you like it or not., after today, he will be referred to around the world as.....Mr. President.