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Originally posted by PHAShriner/1906
Hotep Brothers. JC Watts(Oklahoma) is definitely going to be utilized by the Republicans come 08. He just might be used to SPLIT the ticket. A strategic move was made by Watts to remove himself from the limelight in order for him to explore his 08 potential. Your thoughts on this? Can it happen?
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Watts' conservatism will resonate w/ a good percentage of AfAms, particularly those from the southern regions. But a lot depends on context of his 08 run? Is he the R candidate, VP candidate? what issue are at play at that time?
Although some GCers may disagree, I think the majority of AfAms make political decisions using the same rationale that other political segments do-- is he supportive of my political, moral and social self-interests. Can I trust the candidate and party he represents?
Frankly, we don't just vote majority Democratic because back in the day "MLK said to do so." We're waaaay too diverse for that. I think we'll see the same thing with Obama (not saying he's going to run in 08). If his Senate positions are too liberal, you'll see a surprising number of AfAms withold their support.
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