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- otheruser, on 10/12/2007, -4/+45@hammydude,
stop being lazy:
http://obama.senate.gov/issues/ - russellnation, on 10/12/2007, -6/+46@TheCo1onel
you are a stupid *****. - mrspin, on 10/12/2007, -3/+38What about adding friends, organising events, groups etc? social network enough?
- alteratti, on 10/12/2007, -6/+30@TheCo1onel
welcome to my blocklist. - altjeringa, on 10/12/2007, -2/+25I think that Barak in a sense is kind of a revolutionary. If you've read through his latest book you'll note that one of his biggest fears as a new Senator is selling out. He writes a fair bit about the pressure put on Congressmen by fund raising. It's alot easier to ask 5 corporations or PAC's to give you 100,000 dollars than it is to ask 500,000 people for $5 dollars. This of course puts corporations face to face with Congressman and you and me in the background.
I think what Obama is trying to do is use the flattening power of the internet as a tool to bring some semblance of Democracy back our country, which has since the Regan age been a Corporate Run Feudalistic State. Is it to much? I don't know of a Web 2.0 geek or for that matter a Web 1.0 geek (back in the day) that didn't hope for this kind of thing. Obama is applying, and seems genuinely in-tune with, the principles of the Cluetrain Manifesto to politics. We demanded that Markets be seen as communities. We demanded to be given a voice in shaping our world. Web 2.0 is providing the technology to accomplish this, and finally there is at least one politician who can see that the power of Social Networks can rival the power of Corporate Networks, Special Interest Groups, and high dollar donors. I hope he is right.
I don't get the impression that Obama is disingenuous or attempting to exploit "our" world to his ends. There is a certain amount of uncertainness, trepidation, and sincereness in his well rehearsde words that seem very genuine. I really think he is hoping this will work, not just for him, but for us. - mrASSMAN, on 10/12/2007, -1/+18He says he wants to lay down broadband lines throughout the country, fiber ftw.
- neave, on 10/12/2007, -5/+21hammydude, you can check his website for where he stands: http://www.barackobama.com/issues/ (click on each title for more info)
- bobcrotch, on 10/12/2007, -5/+20If environmentalism can't win Barack votes web 2.0 sure can!
- alteratti, on 10/12/2007, -10/+23no. ***** "you"
- cr4ft, on 10/12/2007, -3/+16Smart call on behalf of Obama, finally using technology to an advantage
- neave, on 10/12/2007, -3/+15Feel free to submit an article about McCain or Giuliani... digg's a democracy you know ;)
- malfourmed, on 10/12/2007, -1/+13Anyone know if they're using/customizing an off-the-shelf social network software package or if they've rolled their own?
- itistoday, on 10/12/2007, -3/+14Where did all the idiots come from? It's like a digg-down-fest-athon.
- XISUPERMANIX, on 10/12/2007, -9/+20The top 1% wealthiest Americans had their income increase by 500% while Bush has been in office, and it took so many years just to get the minimum wage up. This will be my first time voting, last time I didn't want to because I knew Bush would win. If Obama doesn't win I will not vote ever again and if Hillary wins I will go on a killing spree.
- nixonrichard, on 10/12/2007, -6/+16@otheruser:
That website is just a generic policy page that says "bad things are bad and need to stop . . . good things are good and we need to support them"
Here is a summary of Obama's "stance" on various issues from the site (direct quotes):
"Tax rates should be as low as we can afford them to be"
"Senator Obama believes that America must commit to a new national energy policy focused on improvements in technology, investments in alternative fuels, and greater efforts in conservation, efficiency, and waste reduction."
"The only hope to end this burgeoning civil war is for Shiites, Sunnis, and Kurds to come together and resolve their differences"
"Senator Obama is working to ensure that the nation's defense capabilities are strong, agile, and prepared and that our troops are provided with the equipment they need."
"Senator Obama is a strong proponent of tougher measures to fight crime and provide more resources to local law enforcement officers. "
"He will continue to push for sound environmental policies with his colleagues in the 110th Congress. "
"Senator Obama believes that greater attention needs to be paid to the nation’s homeland security."
"Senator Obama shares the growing public concern about illegal immigration in the United States. The challenge facing President Bush and Congress is how to effectively stop the flow of illegal immigrants across our borders, better manage immigration flows going forward, and deal with illegal aliens who are already living and working in this country."
"As a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, Senator Obama is committed to providing every American with the opportunity to receive a quality education, from pre-kindergarten to college or vocational school to job retraining programs."
People should say they want to know SPECIFICALLY where he stands on the issues. He could be a great president, but he need to be more open and honest rather than just dodge attacks by being vague. That's what slimy politicians do . . . he should be above that. - anagoge, on 10/12/2007, -2/+12What's the point in linking to a five paragraph article instead of the site itself?
http://www.barackobama.com
http://my.barackobama.com - synystar, on 10/12/2007, -3/+12I think it shows good taste that his Myspace page is "unofficial".
- delveccio, on 10/12/2007, -3/+12I am surprised and disappointed at the number of morons who turned out to naysay this article.
- leobaby, on 10/12/2007, -2/+10I love it when people complain that the don't know enough about -whatever-. As if it's our fault they don't know where to look.
- neave, on 10/12/2007, -2/+10brenda23, if limbo had a decent argument or had something insightful to say, he'd be dugg up. Instead limbo's just moaning and bitching, so he gets dugg down.
- atdigg, on 10/12/2007, -1/+9Because it's Barak Obama's page not yours.
- Salgat, on 10/12/2007, -8/+15Already signed up :)
- praisethelard, on 06/06/2008, -5/+12limbo, probably because you're an *****, too.
- inactive, on 10/12/2007, -3/+9This is amazing, because, for the first time, a social network is used not just to connect people and ideas, but also to connect people and action(political activism).
See here:
http://www.digg.com/politics/Barack_Obama_The_First_Web_2_0_Presidential_Candidate
So, Obama is innovating not just in the field of politics, but also in the field of social networking in general! - jaycliche, on 10/12/2007, -3/+9"Great. Now we know where all the socialists will hanging out."
Yeah in the Army, at the Fire department, the Post Office, Public Works, Dept of Treasury, all those wretched socialist institutions. Do you guys know any other words? I'm starting to suspect that you are simply bots because you can't say anything except how everyone who isn't for absolute corporate power is a socialist. - LowRentDiggs, on 10/12/2007, -1/+6"Lack of military service and lack of sciences background raise warning flags for me"
In the last 10 presidential terms, only 2 were held by military veterans (Carter,GHW Bush). Only 1 was held be someone with a science background (Carter).
The fact that someone doesn't have these backgrounds doesn't bother me in the least. What does bother me is a president who lacks the judgement to make sound decisions based on the best advice of experts in these areas. Now we're stuck with a ***** who creates experts to tell him what he wants to hear so he can do what he wants to do. - Rice, on 10/12/2007, -1/+6I don't think what they're doing can hurt... can it?
- jaycliche, on 10/12/2007, -2/+7"You shouldn't say such things to all the little socialists on digg. Your comment will never see the light of day on here."
Yes hang with your Corporatists who believe in no law for companies and ultimate power for companies over anyone else. Great system. Anyone who believes in a government that actually serves citizens instead of bribes is Socialist. - leobaby, on 10/12/2007, -2/+7I wonder how many submitted articles each of you have. Let me guess, every complainer has zero. yup.
Maybe your problem is the lack of good news from the right. - Bolko, on 10/12/2007, -2/+6Umm, this is the Internet. Morons instinctively flock here like the salmon of Capistrano.
- inactive, on 10/12/2007, -1/+5Each day that passes brings me closer to completing my device that allows me to stab people in the face through the internet. Oh what a glorious day that will be.
- neave, on 10/12/2007, -1/+5The point of social sites is so supporters can get organized. The site won't be enough on its own, but it will bring people together online so they can campaign more successfully in the "real" world.
- jaycliche, on 10/12/2007, -1/+5Remember the George Bush action figures? Talk about creepy.
- neave, on 10/12/2007, -1/+4macktwo, check his site if you wanna know: http://www.barackobama.com/issues/
There's no excuse not to know where a politician's stance is nowadays. Don't rely on TV for a soundbite explanation of issues, read about them yourself online. - mike1630, on 10/12/2007, -1/+4This could be great...
- tgrossner, on 10/12/2007, -1/+4@jaycliche,
(sarcasm)Yeah, we SURE are. Its a wonder we Conservatives can even type!!!!(/sarcasm)
(OK, now for some real comment) Casting around such things as that are pretty stupid. Technology knows no ideological bounds. - _HAM_, on 10/12/2007, -1/+4I think you are Correct for the most part. But the whole point of this Website and this campaign is Money.
He is not accepting money from corporations or big lobbies. He is not waiting for campaign finance reform... he is practicing it right now.
The 08 Presidential Campaign is going to run in the BILLIONS. Obama is going to try and do it without accepting dirty money, money with prices attached.
He wants to only be accountable to the American People so he is only accepting support from individual Americans. Not lobbies and corporations.
You might not support the guy for President.. but how could you not support this decision on how to run his campaign... this one political decision should let you know what his intentions are. - fremeer, on 10/12/2007, -2/+5should have called it obamanation.com so much cooler
- jaycliche, on 10/12/2007, -1/+4Agreed...tech speaking this could be an interesting election.
- nixonrichard, on 10/12/2007, -1/+4I did click the links, they show selected examples of his voting record . . . which is not a reflection of his opinion on most issues (unless he actually likes the patriot act). The bottom line is you don't go to georgewbush.com to find out what george bush's stance on various issues is. These are non-confrontational cooked responses. I guess we'll find out for real once debates start up (unless all the debates are like the ones last election), but for now, there's nothing out there. You go to websites like ontheissues and all you have are vague passing statements Obama has made which give cryptic reference to his stance on very important issues. For instance, there is no source of information on Obama's interpretation of the second amendment. Is it an individual right? Do militias have a right to carry assault rifles? Are handguns protected by the second amendment? His response to questions like this has been (and I quote) "Gun control is a very important issue particularly in Illinois. I believe it is important to protect the rights of everyone, including the right to feel safe and secure on the streets of your city. We also must face the fact that gun control legislation is no fix for issues of the heart." Right now I'm inclined to vote for him, but I want him to answer questions honestly and directly . . . the last thing we need is another "surprise" president like GW. I want a president who is guided by strong principles . . . when you are guided by fundamental principals, you always know your exact stance on an issue and don't have to say "it's complex." Just talk to a libertarian sometime.
- neave, on 10/12/2007, -1/+3And how is this is different from every other politician? Of course he'll have public relations management, you can't do the job without it. We'll have to make do with this system whilst we've got it.
- XISUPERMANIX, on 10/12/2007, -4/+6people like you shouldn't be allowed to breed.
- neave, on 10/12/2007, -2/+4nixonrichard, have another look, the website's design isn't great -- you have to click on the headlines to get to more specific details (on both http://obama.senate.gov/issues/ and http://www.barackobama.com/issues/ )
- Zippo, on 10/12/2007, -0/+2The concept of a presidential candidate not being a complete computer-illiterate douchebag is one thing, but someone who is actually up to date with the times? This blows my mind. From this and other things I've seen, Obama has really impressed me.
If I was American, I'd vote for him. - leobaby, on 10/12/2007, -1/+3I'm not sure the top 1% wealthiest of this country really need you to defend them.
- inactive, on 10/12/2007, -0/+2www.obamanation.com would have been perfect for this. If I could, I would have registered it (I was thinking about it for a week) But then a christian fundie came and got it.
- betterth, on 10/12/2007, -1/+3But how many presidential candidates use those scripts?
It's certainly news worthy that a presidential candidate is attempting to reach out to the most highly underrepresented demographic in America. (Mine.) If a candidate can't take the time to reach me on my level, I can't take the time to vote for them. I certainly am interested to see if Barack is willing to appeal to the 18-25 demographic -- only a little time will tell if this is a gimmick or if he means business.
I'm also curious about how he is going to protect MY future and MY social security. - jaycliche, on 10/12/2007, -2/+4"You've got it backwards. If he *does* win you should shoot yourself. That will mean one less mouth for me to feed."
I know. I want a republican so that the VA gets trashed even worse and no soldiers get any socialist free handouts. This way we can have the money to keep the bellies full over at Exxon, Halliburton, Blackwater, et al. - moneyries, on 10/12/2007, -1/+3just signed up - find me under 'moneyries'
- drizek, on 10/12/2007, -1/+2OMG, we killed his site. Thats horrible.
The social networking page seems to be on a different serverthan his main site though. -
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