While we were debating amongst ourselves Senator Clinton was working her heart out to ensure our troops come home, that Health care is available,and all the other benefits an Obama Presidency would bring. Meanwhile McCain and his Rovian "proteges" are preparing to stop all this. They are not interested in ending the war without "victory" They won't change
health care except for making sure you can't choose to have an abortion, yet we are talking on Mydd about how Hiliary must be taking great pleasure in Obama being scrutinized. While others are insinuating without a trace of evidence that Obama suporters are shutting down pro Obama blogs that dare to question his actions. If this was the case MYdd would be the first to be shut down. While other diaries imply he might be an anti abortionist. The latest "Talking Points" by McCain focus on you can't believe a word Obama says he's a "typical politician" that treated Senator Clinton unfairly and who won't end the war. The Republicans would love to instill division within our party and of course this is their strategy. This is why I admire Senator Clinton so much she has her eyes on the prize. For her changing America far outweighs any personal goals. Let's keep debating the issues but let's not forget Rove, McCain, Bush and the America they have created.

I don't know what happened this weekend but there were so many Great diaries this is not one of them and it isn't meant to be.
But as someone mentioned in their wonderful diary this is our moment!(MMR2) We have the opportunity to change the planet for the better. Another diary talked about the North Pole and how it could be a lake by September. These are important issues that we can effect positively. Other diaries reached out to thoses still bruised by the primaries. Of course the war and photos of our soldiers was the most reccomended diary. Then we had a few diaries actually praising and supporting our nominee. This was a dream weekend for me because I always thought that this was a place to exchange and challenge ideas for the purpose of making it better for everyone. Thank you for taking the time to lift us all up. We have a lot of work to do until November and even more after January 20th P.S. No comments are required. Thank you Mydd

The Trolls are working well together these days. One writes the diary and another is the first to comment. Of course they all have something in common Obama is my guy BUT............When will McCain supporters realize they are on the wrong side of history. Senator Obama and Senator Clinton are leading us out of this nightmare. Independents, Democrats, and even a few Republicans understand that Senator McCain is no different from President Bush except McCain's history of sexism.  While our Soldiers are getting killed and thousands wounded physically and mentally the trolls are at work. How you can be doing this while so many people are suffering is beyond me. I would ask sincerly to consider all the people suffering because of the last eight years and what a 3rd term would mean to those who put their LIVES on the line every day to help others. McCain Trolls not supporters should really look in the mirror and ask themselves. Is this the best I can do with my life?

Lately I've noticed some of my fellow Democrats are not willing to give an inch on some issues. I admire and respect that and there are thoses who are more flexible which I also respect. Many of you have supported Senator Clinton in what was a very emotional and hard fought race and yet you are getting behind Senator Obama. This of course was difficult and painful because you believe Senator Clinton is the best Candidate. You have given up your first choice for the benefit of the American people. We all have one thing in common we want to see our issues implemented. We want action. In order for this to happen we need momentum to pass laws, to do this we need overwhelming support from the American people and we need to work with Republicans. If we enter the White House with a tidal wave of support we can accomplish so much. Malcolm X was a person who would not give an inch but as he once said I made Martin Luther King look good. I agree Malcolm X played the "Bad" guy. Meanwhile Martin luther King had the ear of President Johnson.

Through the years McCain has surrounded himself with yes people
so he has grown lazy and arrogant which is why he is always off balance. He seems surprised when people disagree or challenge him.
It's as if he expects us to just accept it.

Drilling for Oil in Florida, Alaska, and else where,
Continuing the war,
Supporting George W,
Hiring former lobbiest Charlie Black as his chief strategist (not an aide) "an attack on America would be good for McCain"
Overturning Roe vs Wade

Bush and his crew of criminals have transformed America to such an extent that I hardly recognize it. Secret prisons, Torture,
Big Brother policies just to name a few. McCain wants to continue
this "legacy" of war and manipulation. Charlie Black and McCain believe if people are scared enough this will help his campaign.
Fear is helping Senator Obama now because we all fear one thing.
A third Bush term.

I'm sure McCain will inherit the 23% approval rating our current president has but not too much more. McCain and Bush represent all that is bad about the Republican party. Bush and McCain want to control the media and a woman's body. Really George W and McCain have made the Republican party what it is today PATHETIC! Is it any wonder that people want a change from all this? McCain is such a "Maverick" he has nothing to stand on but quicksand. Thank you Karl Rove you have created such a negative legacy that your party will reap it's just "rewards". You were "Brilliant" and President Obama and the Democratic party Thank you.

P.S. Help Obama pay off Senator Clinton's debt.

There are those who would have us believe they are Democrats and at every opportunity trash OUR candidate. Then we have the ones who are "disillusioned"  Please come out of the shadows and tell us why you support McCain. Let's debate!  We are excited about our candidate Senator Obama. It has been eight long years of George W Bush and his War. By making our nominee President we will make history. How many Black Presidents or Prime Ministers in history can you name from Western countries? Our candidate has a new way with fresh ideas. If there was ever a time to be excited THIS IS IT. We have an opportunity to really make some changes to our country and this world. The Old and the New are really at play here so make a choice do you want to evolve or continue this madness?  Tim Russert said to his coleagues "Can you believe it, we are actually getting paid to observe and comment on this race" He was so excited as many are but of course the usual suspects are trying to drag us down. It will never happen. The polls are starting to reflect the Republican "legacy" and it's only going to get better for all those who want America to be at it's best. It's our time and we will bring our troops home, transform healthcare, and change the political landscape in a way that will bring our country together. It's time for Brothers and Sisters of all walks of life to join forces and bring about a just change for all. Our candidate has made me dream again and I will demand everything of him. I do not expect perfection but I expect his best.

With Polls already reflecting what we expected it's clear McCain supporters are now feeling the "rewards" of the last eight years.
This has been the WORST Presidency ever. This is what we should be outraged about.

McCain supporters are asking us to play "nice" while they do a hatchet job on our candidate.  They tell us don't defend yourself just wait and let us dictate the "game".

This campaign should do everything possible to win in order to get this country back on track. The impact of the last eight years has been devastating. We rarely hear about this. Instead people are "outraged" by tactics real and imagined by our party.

How many years in the future will we be "paying" for the Bush years? 10, 20, ?

We as supporters of Obama should demand the very best of him. We should hold him up to the highest standards. To attack our nominee is fine but lets win first. Our opponents want us to be distracted and to fight amongst ourselves for example race and gender. Lets take Senator Clinton's lead and fight the enemy. To our opponents, Senator Obama with our help will destroy the Republican Party as we know it. Thank you fellow Democrats.

There is no doubt in my humble opinion that there is bias everywhere you look. We like some people more than others for many different reasons. The word and the issue of sexism is thrown around a lot now and it should be. But I don't believe we should use it to explain why Senator Clinton lost. I believe Senator Clinton lost for other reasons just like her male conterparts of the past. I'm sure Senator Obama would have improved his numbers if more racists had voted for him. Racism and Sexism is a way to divide us. If we want to raise the bar on these issues then lets get behind our candiate. The only way I can imagine conquering sexism and racism is by leveling the playing field and evolution. It's easy to rant and complain but what do we expect our nominee to do about these issues. How do you change a sexist or a racist these are much more difficult questions to answer. Michelle Obama seems like an amazing person to me and I imagine she knows something about both issues. Senator Clinton didn't enter this race worried about sexism she
was very confident and did very well and really should have won if only she had a better game plan. Senator Obama entered this race not worried about racism. We should fight both issues with everything we have as one people.