Shocked & Disgusted

[ThetaPrincess24]

Originally Posted by ASTalumna06

Everyone has their reasons for voting for one candidate or the other, but I can guarantee you that a good portion of people have no idea what either candidate stands for.

That is the most true statement I've heard in the past week!!


Republicans and anti-Clinton people reacted the same way in 1992 and 1996 when Clinton was elected. The country did not fall apart and go to hell. Sure he did some bad things (morally and politically) while in office but that is true of every president. I dont think Clinton was a good president, but I dont think he was a bad one either. Maybe a similar outcome will happen with Obama being president? not good but not bad either? Regardless I believe it is God's will at work here. For good or bad there is a purpose for Obama being elected president.

[the rocketeer]

Originally Posted by ThetaPrincess24

Sure he did some bad things (morally and politically) while in office but that is true of every president. I dont think Clinton was a good president, but I dont think he was a bad one either.

Not having read the rest of the replies, I'm gonna be silly for a second...

"NAFTA!"

"Ooooh, say it again."

"NAFTA!"

"Ooooh, that tickles, say it again."

"NAFTA NAFTA NAFTA"

"Oooh, that's scary!"

[Leslie Anne]

Originally Posted by ASTalumna06

I think it’s great that Obama was elected, but I still don’t know if it’s the right time for it. There are still a whole lot of people who are not tolerant of those who aren’t like themselves. In 20 years, it might not even be much of a problem at all.

I think if we waited around for "the right time" it might never have happened. Race relations are better now than 50 years ago but things haven't changed nearly enough.

Whether it's fate, God, the cosmos, or chance, Obama is going to be our president. I tend to think race relations needed a huge shove whether some people are ready for it or not.

As for the FB status reports, I haven't seen a single bad one. I guess that's because almost all of my friends are Democrats. The others are at least mature and rational human beings who are only disappointed because of political ideals not the color of Obama's skin.

[AGDee]

Originally Posted by ASTalumna06

It’s going to be a rough time on both sides of the fence. I think it’s great that Obama was elected, but I still don’t know if it’s the right time for it. There are still a whole lot of people who are not tolerant of those who aren’t like themselves. In 20 years, it might not even be much of a problem at all. And could this all blow over in a couple of weeks? Sure. But there’s definitely a possibility that this is going to be a long and bumpy road.

I don't think it's about the right time, I think it's about the right MAN and Obama is the right man to break through this barrier. The road to defeating racism IS long and bumpy no matter what. This was HUGE though. Enough people in this country have come far enough that the majority of voters agreed that this African American man was the ONE to take on this challenge. Anybody who thinks that means there is no longer racism, they are awfully naive. Those who are racist will probably become more vocal about it because their worst fears have been triggered.

[Kevin]

It's just as offensive to be against the man because of his race as it is to support him because of his race. I wonder if black folks voted overwhelmingly for Obama mainly because of his foreign policy differences with McCain... or maybe his tax policy?

The door swings both ways.

[starang21]

Originally Posted by Kevin

It's just as offensive to be against the man because of his race as it is to support him because of his race. I wonder if black folks voted overwhelmingly for Obama mainly because of his foreign policy differences with McCain... or maybe his tax policy?

The door swings both ways.

there's a difference between pride and hate. and if you're offended by it, remain offended. white people have been voting their interests for CENTURIES.

[Munchkin03]

Originally Posted by Kevin

It's just as offensive to be against the man because of his race as it is to support him because of his race. I wonder if black folks voted overwhelmingly for Obama mainly because of his foreign policy differences with McCain... or maybe his tax policy?

The door swings both ways.

The door can swing both ways, just like how people stood behind Sarah Palin because she was a woman, or because she had ookabillion kids. BUT...if you think it's acceptable for people to post on Facebook that they hope Obama doesn't make it through his first term, that's a whole other problem.

[Kevin]

Originally Posted by Munchkin03

The door can swing both ways, just like how people stood behind Sarah Palin because she was a woman, or because she had ookabillion kids.

I didn't say those folks were all that bright either.

BUT...if you think it's acceptable for people to post on Facebook that they hope Obama doesn't make it through his first term, that's a whole other problem.

I never said that.

[WinniBug]

I've seen all sorts of facebook statuses.....nothing really racist...but more heated, I think, than if the election had been between 2 white men....but LOTS of people praying


Obama announced as new President.... major rally in front of Rawlins.... 25 cops later... some GREAT change there... ass.

is spellbound and has chills. Amazing. Completely unbelievable.

thinks there can't be a better commander and chief! you're defeated bitches! hope for tomorrow!

is very excited about the change goin on in the United States!!!

thinks this will bring us to our knees! God is in control! It's the beginning of the end. Jeremiah 29:11.

is hoping that Obama does as good of a job, as I think he can do.

is wondering what the future is going to hold....

is is wondering what is to come.

you know what I think is funny, Obama has only been President for like an hour, if that! And people are already talking shit. Really? He's president.Dealwithit.

is apparently a baby killer bc she's so ready for change.Lol. Oh wow, a political statement from me.

is boo obama.still have work tomorrow.

...well, there's the new president.

is wishin everyone would chill! This is good!!! Let him prove himself!

will respect the new President, and will not change his values just to be on the wining side.

is overwhelmed and scared for the future of this country.

says "For all yall who hated on Obama, bow down...Stop with the ignorance, and the utter stupidity. Release the racism and hate!!!!"

is where will I be in 4 years??? In heaven after this four years of S*** is over!!!!!

knows the world is not going to end, but does believe there will be some tough years ahead, as would be with either candidate. It's in God's hands.

is going to tear down the walls of racism, brick by brick, stone by stone until American unites under her first black President.

is hoping that everyone can be as respectful and gracious to each other as Obama and McCain were in their speeches tonight.... because right now we are not doing so hot.

thinks america voted for a marketing plan.





ETA: And these are only about half of the election-related status updates I've had since Tuesday.

[srmom]

Everyone has their reasons for voting for one candidate or the other, but I can guarantee you that a good portion of people have no idea what either candidate stands for.

Did anyone else hear the Howard Stern show where they sent a guy out into Harlem to ask Obama supporters if they agreed with his policies, but the questioner posed McCain's policies as Obama's, such as opposition to stem cell research, etc.?

Every one of them wholeheartedly agreed with McCain's policies because they were told they were Obama's. Obviously, they weren't too concerned with "issues" because they didn't even know who stood for what! They were voting for the person not the cause.

I'm sure this goes both ways in every election, but it was a pretty funny way (in the Howard Stern in your face way) to show the electorates ignorance of the issues.

[DrPhil]

Originally Posted by srmom

Did anyone else hear the Howard Stern show where they sent a guy out into Harlem to ask Obama supporters if they agreed with his policies, but the questioner posed McCain's policies as Obama's, such as opposition to stem cell research, etc.?

Every one of them wholeheartedly agreed with McCain's policies because they were told they were Obama's. Obviously, they weren't too concerned with "issues" because they didn't even know who stood for what! They were voting for the person not the cause.

I'm sure this goes both ways in every election, but it was a pretty funny way (in the Howard Stern in your face way) to show the electorates ignorance of the issues.

I wonder how many people they had to talk to to get those gems.

The average voter isn't politically savvy, or doesn't even have basic knowledge except for the things they've picked up that interest them. And the average person doesn't really listen when casual convo is directed at them. I liken it to when people say "how are you" and you say "I became an alien overnight" and they respond with " GREAT!!! GOOD TO SEE YA!!!"

[Dionysus]

No, I have not experienced this on facebook or anything. Majority of my friends are strong Obama supporters. I'm so glad I ditched certain friends I had two years ago, or I would be seeing shit like that on facebook statuses.

[srmom]

I liken it to when people say "how are you" and you say "I became an alien overnight" and they respond with " GREAT!!! GOOD TO SEE YA!!!"

Now that's something I'm going to have to try

[Scandia]

I did not see a single racist comment from my conservative friends when Obama won. There was disappointment. There was even a "what are you thinking?" one. But not a single one talked about Obama's skin color or ancestry.

[madmax]

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Shocked & Disgusted

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I've known that racism is still alive in our country. But I am appalled by the reactions and feedback that I saw in my Facebook “News Feed” on Tuesday Night regarding Obama’s win

I understand that McCain supporters are going to be upset that their candidate lost. I would feel the same if I was in their position. But I couldn’t believe the ignorance and hatred I witnessed moments after Obama’s win. I saw a countless number of “Status Updates” from people voicing their displeasure about Obama’s victory. Yes, everyone has the right to do this, but what disgusts me is how many people were making it blatantly obvious that they’re mad at the fact that a black man won. I knew racism was still around, but I guess I was just naïve, not realizing just how bad it really is still.

I’m not accusing all McCain supporters of being against Obama just because he’s black. Everyone has their differences in opinions about political issues and I know these are reasons that many people disagree on candidates. But immediately following the election, I witnessed an overwhelming number of people express their anger about our next President because of his skin color. To these people I say: If you’re going to hate Obama, at least make yourself sound educated and hate him for a real reason—not because he’s black.

Everyone has the right to their opinion as long as they have the same opinion as you and if they don't then they are racists.


PS. Why did you support Obama? I am sure it had nothing to do with the color of his skin.