There you go again

Sorry, Geevill, but I did read Obama's comments and he was quite clear. To his great credit, he acknowledged that Reagan was a successful president in the sense that he changed the direction of America and used hope and optimism as a way to inspire those who believed in what he was doing. My point, however, remains the same: Democrats who continue to engage in partisan attacks on Reagan (and I've seen quite a few of these since Obama's comments) are spending way too much time focusing on the past and not enough thinking about positive ways to deal with our future.

Howard, read the comments. Obama did not say anything like that.

"We want clarity, we want optimism, we want a return to that sense of dynamism and entrepreneurship that had been missing"

I give Obama high marks for having the maturity to acknowledge Reagan's successes, such as they are. Continuing to demonize Reagan is not good policy. It's backwards thinking and it just signals that Democrats are still fighting the battles of the past and not preparing for the challenges in the future.

Reagan did not campaign on a platform of change. Obama is full of crap.

I agree with Bob and James in their comments: Sen. Obama was candidly providing a historical analysis. Sen. Edwards, on the other hand, was doing what partisan politicians do so well--misinterpreting someone else's comments and vilifying the opposition. Sen. Obamb's candor is refreshing and most welcome!

Reagan fired Air Traffic controllers who were striking illegally. Reagan belonged to a union, the SAG.

Reagan did not campaign on change. He had specific goals unlike Obama and his babbling nothings.

I voted for Ronald Reagan-twice. Barack Obama is no Reagan. Here is a man who refuses to wear an American flag pin. President Reagan would not enter the Oval Office without a suit and tie on.

Obama thinks this is a POSITIVE statement? I've read his remarks, and re-read them. His statement is a foolish, and ill advised attempt to win (some) republican votes, while dismissing union voters as having short memories.

I was one of those laid off under regan's anti-union crap, and I'll never vote for someone who emulates that jerk.

Imagine, everyone not listening to the whole comment Obama made! Does it sound familiar Obama supporters. This is where you guys would now insert Hillary name calling. This really bugs you to be on the receiving end. I think I will enjoy this today, because bullys need to hit back, I'll look forward to the Hillary bashing tomorrow. Cause it will reassure me again why Hillary must win.

"Obama Republicans" could make the difference.

This is what Obama's campaign is all about. You can praise the other side while still disagreeing with them. You can work with the other side without vilifying them.

I for one find this refreshing.

This isn't new. Here's Obama in 2006 on Meet the Press:

'And, you know, there are circumstances in which, I would argue, Ronald Reagan was a very successful president, even though I did not agree with him on many issues, partly because at the end of his presidency, people, I think, said, "You know what? We can regain our greatness. Individual responsibility and personal responsibility are important." And they transformed the culture and not simply promoted one or two particular issues.'

Obama has long admired Reagan's message of hope and optimism, even as he disagreed on many policies.

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Obama did not praise Reagan at all!! Don't you see? Even today's republican candidates want to be Regan...Obama comes to bury Regan not to praise him.

Do people really not understand that Obama was only talking about Reagan's ability to change the direction America was going in, and his ability to appeal to members of the other party?

Obama is saying he wants to be a liberal version of Reagan. What Democrat would not want that? Even those supporting other candidates...

This is Edwards throwing crap at the wall in hopes that it sticks. Well, it sure stinks, I'll say that much...

The point is that people who live in 26,000 square foot glass houses shouldn't throw stones. The greed of rich trial lawyers such as John Edwards is just as bad as the corporate greed that he condemns.

All what some people keep bringing again again again against Edwards is the fact he is successful now and has a big house! Like is that was a crime or something, is not to be hypocrite neither. He made his way up to school, worked hard, became a successful lawyer, made money and can afford it. So what is that a problem? People is just silly! LOL

Obama just doesn't get it. He has only ONE item he can point to with all of his political experience - he has been RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT! Examining his record in the Illinois legislature and the U. S. Senate, there is a common theme - all show and words and NO ACTION!

There is no way that a majority of Democrats will vote for him! The Gazette-Journal have quickly regretted their decision to endorse!

John Edwards always complains about corporate greed but he is the one living in a 26,000 square foot house. Is corporate greed bad but trial lawyer greed good? What a hypocrite!

John Edwards is a loser and a crybaby. Since America seems to love Obama, Edwards is now trying to exemplify that he is the "moral compass" for America and a reflection of the "blue-collar" workers' values. He is a greedy opportunist who could care less about America. All he does is either apologize for the countless number of votes he has made as a senator, or make concession speeches for coming in third.
Obama is intelligent enough to recognize Reagan's appeal for all Americans. Reagan is an optimist who conquered America's heart and support. He was one of the best presidents in the US for being an inspiration, steadfast in his convictions, and gets the job done. All Edwards accomplished was being a repulse and a turn-off for the rest of America. I will caution Obama to not choose this loser for VP if he wants any chance for the presidency. Edwards is a vehement figure for republicans. No republican wants that fool anywhere near the White House.