Why Obama's Afraid of Town-Hall Debates ...for 240

[CQ]

If I was Mccain, there is NO way I'd want to stand next to Obama in front of 40 million TV viewers.  No way.

It really will look bad, first thing my dad said - and he is McCains age

McCain does *not* move well either, he is very slow getting up steps etc. The height thing will not help either. McCain will totally look a short feeble old man.

Will be sticky, does Obama help him out his his seat? If he tries - that may look condescending. If he does not - that may look rude. I assume he went through the same thing with Hillary, a female 15 years his senior [but vibrant, not all decrepit] and he went with pulling out the chair.

[240 is Back]

Will be sticky, does Obama help him out his his seat? If he tries - that may look condescending. If he does not - that may look rude. I assume he went through the same thing with Hillary, a female 15 years his senior [but vibrant, not all decrepit] and he went with pulling out the chair.

I'm sure mccain's team is preparing for this.

I predict he'll
1) agree quietly with their team ahead of time that neither party helps the other into chairs.
2) hope obama offers to help him, so he can deliver a prepared quip about "I don't need your help, I ... [insert reminder he's a war hero].

At least that's what I would do if I was running his campaign.

[OzmO]

Obama will likely shred him.  McCain, the pandering nipple whore, doesn't have the mental agility to keep up.

Besides, McCain sold his soul to get the nomination.

[CARTEL]

Why do people refer to Obama as JFK?

JFK was a Hawk and Obama is socialist pussy.

[240 is Back]

Why do people refer to Obama as JFK?

JFK was a Hawk and Obama is socialist pussy.

Young, good looking, represents change.

JFK was like a 10.

Clinton a 7.
Obama a 7.

People are so sick of the bush/Clinton machines... if there was no JFK, they'd be syaing obama is the second coming of jesus.

[CARTEL]

Young, good looking, represents change.

JFK was like a 10.

Clinton a 7.
Obama a 7.

People are so sick of the bush/Clinton machines... if there was no JFK, they'd be syaing obama is the second coming of jesus.

What is the change?

Gun control and heavy taxes?

Sounds like the same old crap to me.

[240 is Back]

What is the change?

Gun control and heavy taxes?

Sounds like the same old crap to me.

Bush was mean.  (I don't care if 99% of you hate this war, it's not stopping)
McCain is mean (bomb iran)

Obama is nice.

maybe it's that simple?

[CARTEL]

Bush was mean.  (I don't care if 99% of you hate this war, it's not stopping)
McCain is mean (bomb iran)

Obama is nice.

maybe it's that simple?

Now that's the change this country needs.

A nice whimp.

Great.

[a_joker10]

Obama wants to invade Pakistan.
A sovereign nation and an American Ally.

Ya he's really nice.

Won't be too long till HH6 is in Darfur.

[240 is Back]

Obama wants to invade Pakistan.
A sovereign nation and an American Ally....

an ally who has protected Osama for 7 years?

[a_joker10]

Hey they let America fly over their country and they have lost more troops fighting the Taliban then any other country by far.
Certain groups inside of Pakistan's frontier area are protecting Al Qaeda, but the government has no control over this region.

If they close their Airspace America will have a really difficult time in Afghanistan.

[240 is Back]

Hey they let America fly over their country and they have lost more troops fighting the Taliban then any other country by far.
Certain groups inside of Pakistan's frontier area are protecting Al Qaeda, but the government has no control over this region.

Hey, for the $6B we've given them, airspace is more than fair.

If they admit they can't control this region, what is wrong with us doing it? 

[a_joker10]

The FBI has already been helping them, however the change in government has really hindered efforts as the groups are finding more allies in parliament.
http://www.longwarjournal.org/archives/2008/06/pakistans_swat_peace.php

http://www.longwarjournal.org/archives/2008/06/north_waziristan_pea.php
• "Foreigners' must leave North Waziristan.
• Al Qaeda operatives can live in North Waziristan "as long as they pledge to remain peaceful."
• The Taliban may not establish a parallel government.
• The Taliban must halt attacks on government and security forces personnel.
• The Taliban "agreed to jointly struggle against extremism and terrorism throughout the agency."
• Disclosing the contents of the peace agreement is prohibited.
• A fine of about $740,000 will be assessed for anyone violating the terms of the agreement.
• The government will withdraw the Army and turn over security to the paramilitary Frontier Corps.
• The government will release captured Taliban leaders and fighters.

[240 is Back]

The FBI has already been helping them, however the change in government has really hindered efforts

Are you referring to the 2007 change in govt?

[CQ]

Bush was mean.  (I don't care if 99% of you hate this war, it's not stopping)
McCain is mean (bomb iran)

Obama is nice.

maybe it's that simple?

I respect the fact that this is a US election, but just look at world opinion.

Maybe as I watch news from all over the world, I see it more. The world LOVES Obama. He has been front page news all over the world.  Parties were held everywhere when he got the nomination. You see Obama t-shirts everywhere in the world. Old people I ask, tell me they have never seen anything like it. Nothing close, ever. Politicians worldwide are invoking his name, saying they need one in their nation.  People are planning to fly in for the election, saw it on CNN and actually *know* a few people. I personally have never seen my islands gives a rats ass about US election and its Obama fever here. World is Obama mad - and I am serious, check it out.

Mr "I Hate Gooks". Wonder what the US bankrollers China, Japan and S Korea will really think of him. That will be lovely international relations there. McCain is seen as Bush partII - a serious threat to world peace and unstable. He gets as much press worldwide as I do

Some insular fool with say something stupid, oh they are all terrorists. Give me a break, it is worldwide, friendly nations, rich nations who are the ones lending the US cash, adore him.  It is an FACT that whatever else we may think of him, an Obama presidency will restore the US to greatness overnight in the world eyes. Happening already.  That is a tangible thing. Reduced hostility, increase tourism levels, friendlier and more beneficial relations.

Maybe instead of bombing [than borrowing] from the world - work with the world - which is what Obama is seen to bring.

[CARTEL]

The rich and friendly nation of China is lending us money because of Obama?

The Muslim Nutjobs, that put goats above women, are excited about the sweepng reforms that Obama will give to us to insure our freedoms and good standing around the world?

I'm glad the "Islands" are supporting Obama overwhelmingly. Could it be because he is black?

Is that what is making it so historic?

[CQ]

The rich and friendly nation of China is lending us money because of Obama?

The Muslim Nutjobs, that put goats above women, are excited about the sweepng reforms that Obama will give to us to insure our freedoms and good standing around the world?

I'm glad the "Islands" are supporting Obama overwhelmingly. Could it be because he is black?

Is that what is making it so historic?

Never even alluded to China lending due to Obama.

The islands - Your US press keeps saying Hispanics don't suppport Obama. You are aware majority of Caribbean is actually Hispanic?

For some reason people seem unaware of the invasions, killings and occupations the islands have been through. All in the name of "help" or "freeing" us ala Iraq. Recall us attacking the US? Or even each other? No. We have a vested interest in *not* seeing a bomb happy US president

Why are the Australians supporting Obama so much - one of your biggest allies and a 92% white nation? He was on their top 20 most searched terms for 2 months straight online and they held mock elections n schools and the kids loved him. I just returned from there, and they are into him royally. Watch BBC or read the Daily Mail? The Brits, your other strong allies, are caught up as well. They follow his ever move, send press corps to cover him. Many more examples....it is not a Muslim or black thing, it's a peace thing.

Twist it however, the world = very pro Obama as he seen as a man of peace, not some nutbag who will start up WWIII

[a_joker10]

Are you referring to the 2007 change in govt?

Yes,
They are signing agreements with Al Qeada and the Taliban.

Pakisan is sick of their civil war.

[240 is Back]

Yes,
They are signing agreements with Al Qeada and the Taliban.

Pakisan is sick of their civil war.

Okay.  So pakistan had a stable govt from 2001-2007 and were unable to catch osama in SIX years. 

Still pretty sad.

[War-Horse]

Okay.  So pakistan had a stable govt from 2001-2007 and were unable to catch osama in SIX years. 

Still pretty sad.

Nobody 'catches" him because he works for the CIA as a "Sub-contractor" 

[headhuntersix]

HH6, you're kidding right ?


NT

Dude the guy wants a standard debate because he will be able to get all his BS talking points out and can't be cross examed. Obama is apolished tele-promptor speaker. He gets a crowd fired up...but when he has to go back and forth..he will be in alot of trouble. Thats why McCain will smoke him in this format. Obama has no deep grasp of the issues. He speaks in general and grandios terms of hope and change. When asked about specifics, he refers people to his web site. He has come off horrible on the Sunday news shows. He''s better at making speeches.

[CQ]

Dude the guy wants a standard debate because he will be able to get all his BS talking points out and can't be cross examed. Obama is apolished tele-promptor speaker. He gets a crowd fired up...but when he has to go back and forth..he will be in alot of trouble. Thats why McCain will smoke him in this format. Obama has no deep grasp of the issues. He speaks in general and grandios terms of hope and change. When asked about specifics, he refers people to his web site. He has come off horrible on the Sunday news shows. He''s better at making speeches.

Obama is a way better speaker than debater for sure. Undeniable.

Thing is McCain is no peach. The king of gaffes, not all that quick on the mark either and seriously - present company excluded - to the general moron public the feeble old shriveled man creepy smile vibe he will project next to Obama will not be a benefit. Like voting in your elderly senile grandfather.

They both need work and are not stellar debaters, bring back Guilaini I say, at least his stupid laugh and comments were always interesting and amusing.

[headhuntersix]

At least u seem to be getting my point. Yeah Mccain looks old....but in the format described it won't matter. When Obama can't preach..he gets in trouble and Mccain knows it.....

[Soul Crusher]

mccain wants to SKIP the televised debates.

he knows why.  he'll look like an old man next to a young jfk.

if he wanted BOTH, I support it.  But skipping the one that'll make him look visually bad?  sneaky.

You have been kneepadding forever bro.   Waiting for you to bump those threads.