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McCain Robocalls: Obama Is a Baby-Killing, America-ignoring, Hollywood-loving, Terrorist-Loving ...
October 16, 2008 6:29 PM
The liberal muckraking site Talking Points Memo has collected some of the slough of anti-Obama robocalls being made by the McCain/Palin campaign with the RNC.
One of them (listen HERE) says:
"I'm calling on behalf of John McCain and the RNC because you need to know that Barack Obama and his Democrat allies in the Illinois Senate opposed a bill requiring doctors to care for babies born alive after surviving attempted abortions -- a position at odds even with John Kerry and Hillary Clinton. Barack Obama and his liberal Democrats are too extreme for America. Please vote -- vote for the candidates who share our values. This call was paid for by McCain-Palin 2008 and the Republican National Committee at 202 863 8500."
Another (listen HERE) says "Barack Obama and his fellow Democrats got caught putting Hollywood above America. On the very day our elected leaders gathered in Washington to deal with the financial crisis, Barack Obama spent just 20 minutes with economic advisers, but hours at a celebrity Hollywood fundraiser. Where are the Democrats' priorities?"
A third (listen HERE) says, "Barack Obama and his fellow Democrats aren't who you think they are. They say they want to keep us safe, but Barack Obama said the threat we face now from terrorism is nowhere near as dire as it was in the end of the Cold War. And Congressional Democrats now want to give civil rights to terrorists."
A fourth (listen HERE) says, "You need to know that Barack Obama has worked closely with domestic terrorist Bill Ayers, whose organization bombed the U.S. Capitol, the Pentagon, a judge's home, and killed Americans. And Democrats will enact an extreme leftist agenda if they take control of Washington. Barack Obama and his Democratic allies lack the judgment to lead our country."
This doesn't seem to me to be such a great recipe for future bipartisanship achievement, should Sen. McCain win in 19 days.
But maybe Harry Reid and Nancy Pelosi will let bygones be bygones.
- jpt
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I am so disappointed in some Americans and their willingness to believe lies that are not even based on facts. If you take the time to go to Obama's site and read the 64 page handbook outlining his plans to improve America for all Americans, you would find that he is a Democrat, not a Marxist, a terrorist, or any of that crazy sounding stuff. I think some American's are just affraid of black people. There I said it. And they are looking for reasons to not vote for Obama that don't come right out and say I don't want to vote for him because he is black. So people become so affraid that they listen to crazy stuff, and please know that the GOP know some people are scared and they are using your fear against you. The majority of Amicans would benefit if Obama can deliver on his promises. Are you going to let fear keep you from getting a break from the Elitist experience of the last 8 years?
I'm voting for Obama. People only resort to trying to scare you into voting against the other person when they can't say anything good about their work to make you vote for them.
Mc Cain can kiss my hinny! Obama '08!
PS: I am not a marxist or a terrorist, I'm a tax paying American just like Obama.
Posted by: Carmela | Oct 29, 2008 1:47:56 PM
OBAMA IS A MARXIST SOCIALIST.
AMERICAN SOLDIERS FOUGHT AND DIED AND SHED BLOOD FIGHTING MARXIST. WE WILL NOT ALLOW IT HERE. OBAMA GAVE ACORN OVER A MILLION DOLLARS TO STEAL YOUR VOTES. WITH THE STOLEN VOTES HE THEN CAN HAVE A SUPER MAJORITY IN THE SENATE AND HOUSE (VETO PROOF) HUSSAIN OBAMA'S PLAN IS TO STRIP YOU OF YOUR FREEDOM, RELIGON AND YOUR BELONGINGS! THEN HE WILL GIVE IT TO HIS MARXIST SOCIALIST FOLLOWERS. HE THEN BECOMES YOUR MARXIST EMPEROR! THIS IS WITH OUT A SHOT BEING FIRED.
Posted by: Pat | Oct 24, 2008 11:08:47 AM
The Obama retirement plan. I love it, we want to tax and take your money and possessions so we can spread your wealth among us. I will not have to work for that acorn to hustle fake votes. They said the more fake votes the bigger cut of your wealth we will get. Us Obamiacks were told when the master Messiah is elected we will party on your working backs. I want your car and your house . You will just give me your money. I just love Obama’s tax plan. Retirement brought by the messiah Obami. Sdcialist is a code word for communist
Posted by: Jasemin | Oct 24, 2008 11:07:43 AM
This was a message from a highly decorated and one of the most respected intelligence agents in the world. His last warning words to his beloved country before he died last month.
Remember what I said. It is true and part of a misinformation plan is to make the truth look paranoid. Just look around and see the media and DNC parroting the party line. The Christian Religion is evil. Homosexual is normal. Patriotism evil. Rebellion and changing the Constitution normal. Disarm the citizens normal. NRA and hunters evil. The Military and heroes evil. Anti military and ridicule heroes normal. Success and hard work evil. The government owes me normal. Shocking this is right out of the handbook of communist and Islamic terrorism guides to revolution and over throwing a country. Schools teach the government is evil and socialism utopia normal. Divide the races through agitators and media. Destroy marriage and the families. The state is the parent. Call evil good and smear and destroy good. Look at the Hollywood crowd. McCarthy was right and history has proven it. They flock around dictators and tyrants Chavez, Castro, Iranian, and Syrians. Wake up and vote for McCain if you want freedom. After 40 years of Intelligence service I can just say look and watch. Look at Obama’s friend’s Islamic Marxists terror operatives. Rev. Wright Marxist preacher of Racist Hate and division. William Ayers Marxist radical terrorist. Farrakhan Muslim Marxist. Research the hidden years at Columbia University. Also the overseas trips. Victor Marchenco, Mohamud Kioj, Sayad Kael, Fhaad Hussan these are a few of the Islamic and KGB friends who financed and open doors here through contacts. I am not long for this earth. A Terminal Sickness has attached to me. I want to warn my beloved country.
Posted by: Colonel | Oct 24, 2008 11:05:31 AM
Sorry, the link to the article I posted below has been deleted.
Basically, a woman was called my an Obama campaigner and questioned about who she would vote for. Her response (listed below on my previous post) was misinterpreted/falsified into the lady wanting Obama to end up dead on a hospital floor. The next day the secret service knocked on the ladies door and confronted her about wanting to kill Obama. She claims the campaign caller lied about her saying she wants Obama dead. The lady is now pressing charges against the Obama campaign caller. Both sides are playing dirty.
Posted by: Lufkin, TX | Oct 21, 2008 5:18:37 PM
Personally, my mind was made up when I saw Roe vs. Wade and economic stances of each candidate. I know that many people are divided on the ethical and moral issues involving the Supreme Court decision, but having the right to make that difficult decision for myself is an American right that I cherish (Largely due to my intense phobia of being pregnant, but still). And trickle down has been proven to not work during the Regan administration, when crime and welfare applications were on the rise and the economy stalled.
The thought of McCain and/or Palin sitting across the table from the leader of another nation discussing the relationship of the two countries really makes me laugh, which is not a good thing. If talks were at a standstill, showing the desire to come to an agreement that is desirable for both parties as opposed to "mavericking", which to me means "spearhead something based upon what I think is right and try to make other people like it too"). Being able to counter negative or cutting comments without becoming flustered is essential to being the President, who is serving as the figurehead of our nation for the next four years.
If you are worried about Obama relying too much on diplomacy and not using our military might because of the strengths of the Head of State, then you place no confidence in the people that he would surround himself with. Everyone in the Cabinet and in various other positions in the White House are realizing their dreams; they don't want to screw up the culmination of their career, and they will work with each other to arrive at a decision that is best for the nation. At least that's how it needs to work, in any administration, in order for the people to truly benefit, as opposed to special interest groups taking precedence.
Posted by: IMTonks | Oct 21, 2008 4:58:52 PM
Here is an article from the local paper about a woman who was accused of death threats to Obama by someone making campaign calls to her. Unfortunately the call was not recorded, but here is what the lady claims she said: "She asked if I was an Obama supporter, to which I replied, 'No, I don't support him. Your guy is a socialist who voted four times in the state Senate to let little babies die in hospital closets; I think you should find something better to do with your time.' (And then) I hung up."
So, it appears that callers from BOTH SIDES are getting out of control. At least the Republicans 1)record their calls and 2)don't call the secret service in when they get bent out of shape. Whether the lady really did make a death threat or not, we will never know. Regardless, do idle threats require secret service attention?
Posted by: Lufkin, TX | Oct 21, 2008 4:24:48 PM
The poison from John McCain's robo calls are scaring young children all across America who are frightened by the malicious lies being said about Obama. These terrified children, who answer the telephone calls, believe America is being attacked by terrorists. John McCain, we have laws to protect children against such abuse. These robo calls are criminal behavior and you and your thugs should be punished to the full extent of the law.
Posted by: cluppins | Oct 21, 2008 2:26:07 PM
Perhaps instead of whining about the robo calls you could try to dispute the facts of them? Each of the four examples in this article are 100% true. You can't go negative when you are talkinga bout facts. OPINIONS can be positive or negative, but FACTS are statements of information.
So prove me wrong. Prove the robo calls wrong. McCain has crossed the aisle more than 3X asoften as Obama, yet Obama is the candidate for change? Obama selected a 35-yr beltway insider as his VP yet he's the candidate for change? Give me a break. Take off your Bush hatred goggles long enough to see the facts of the situation instead of your red-hot angst.
Posted by: Paul in San Antonio | Oct 21, 2008 2:19:33 PM
For clarification, didn't Clinton start the Obama smears? Wasn't she running against him before McCain? I agree, McCain is running a bit of a smear campaign, but the dems did it first.
You guys feel that anyone who would vote for McCain/McShame/McLame is the enemy and a fool/tool. I am a young guy with a small single income who is voting for the guy who is not the popular candidate for my demographic. Am I the tool, or is it the people that go with the grain instead of against it.
Both candidates have their flaws. Obama is an incredible speaker and is very cool under pressure. He also lacks experience. If you do not believe this, then I am sorry but the truth hurts. Biden has great experience and I feel would have made a better presidential candidate than Obama. Palin has very little experience as well and comes from a state with a small population. However, she serves and is important to Alaska 365 days a year. Senators are not called on for even half the days in a year. McCain has decades of experiences and will show change. His change will not be as radical as Obama, but it will be change. Remember "New Coke?" It didn't take long and the people wished the change would have never happened. Not all change is good! We are still the greatest country in the world, lets not forget that.
I know the smears are bad, and wish they wouldn't happen. They do not do any good for anyone. My only thought toward this is the "I told you so" disclaimer. Look at all the smears: no hand on his heart for the anthem, no flag lapel pin, 57 states, recent fau paux on being "Muslim" when he meant to say "Christian", his radical church that he isn't a big part of but has been a member of for 20 years (I am sure he could have easily found another one in Chicago if he didn't agree with the messages there), and so on and so forth. These are all horrible political smears that have been overly abused, but they are all true events.
I am not saying he is a Muslim, or saying he is a "terrorist", I am simply showing that his comments and actions could easily convince people to believe so. He is a great man with a sketchy past who is incredibly articulate and an even more incredible speaker. He has captivated so many people and has brought so many people into the political process. We should have a record number of voters - that can only be good for America. However, he is a lawyer, and may be to articulate and to good to be true. I don't trust lawyers or car salesman, he seems to be a little bit of both.
I am not trying to swing voters, I am simply giving my case, and the case of many others who feel like I do. I am a middle of the road guy despite what other posters may say. I vote a split ticket based on what I can learn about each candidate (local elections are difficult). I don't want people voting for Obama to hate people who vote for McCain and vice versa. I try to preach both sides and promote general peace. We are all Americans and we all have different views and opinions. Respect me for my opinions and views, even if they are different.
And by the way, I am a MoveOn member and have been since April or May. I signed up for their newsletter to better inform myself of that side. I am not a member of any Republican groups, only Democrat groups.
Posted by: MoveOn Guy | Oct 21, 2008 10:44:52 AM
The ring-wing fanatics and their lying deceitful campaign of whispers, rumors, smears, mudslinging, and now, the sleazy lying 'robo-calls' should demostrate to the American people the true nature of these creeps! They mean to deceive, distort, obscure and dupe. BUT, Check for the true facts and ALL of their in-the-gutter propaganda turns out to be lie-filled smears. They truly are the fear mongering and hate mongering lowlifes of the politic process and they must not be elected to office. No More Smears! No More Same Old Same! No McCain/Scary-Palin
Posted by: Texas Tornado | Oct 21, 2008 10:33:00 AM
The Republicans run a campaign of try into instill fear, divisiveness and smears in the minds of the voters. These lie-filled robo calls show how deep in the gutter they will go. Sleazy and False! NO More Same Old Same! Vote the smear artists out! NO McCain/Scary-Palin!
Posted by: checkthefacts | Oct 21, 2008 9:26:36 AM
"Hi, I am a republican operative who want's you to believe I am an idiot because I believe I can convince you to be an idiot too and vote against your own interests and those of our country." Holy cow - I believe you! Dude Move On please just Move On.
Posted by: MoveOn-Poser | Oct 21, 2008 8:40:47 AM
Each of those messages is truthful.
Some find the light illuminating, others it burns.
Obama and his supporters run from the light of truth.
Posted by: j | Oct 21, 2008 4:32:18 AM
People like Cj2008 scare me. Your comment about food stamps is unfair, but unfortunately not surprising for a Republican. I work with low-income families EVERY day who work full time, play by the rules and still can't make ends meet - all while corporate CEOS make out like bandits, earning millions, and pay their employees poverty wages with no benefits . . . WalMart anyone? The state of California pays tens of millions each year to provide MediCal benefits to WalMart employees - those are my taxes at work - while the WalMart family makes out like bandits. Research shows that WalMart employees are the top recipients of taxpayer-paid health care. Republicans have no problem exploiting government resources, or giving millions to fat cats on Wall Street and in Washington, D.C., - but help a family in need, and they scream welfare reform.
Every day I see hardworking families who are nickeled and dimed to death, and even with food stamps, their children go hungry. Where's our bailout? We deserve a break, so let government redistribute wealth DOWN for a change, and take from the corporate robber barons who make their millions exploiting their employees, share holders, and the American taxpayer, and share the wealth for a change. Obama WILL get my vote.
McCain/Palin are hypocrites, and they're dirty tactics are despicable, designed to stir up fear and divisiveness.. Calling Obama a "terrorist" and "socialist" is low. The $ bill that the Republican party sent out full of racial stereotypes? Disgusting and ugly. Neither Obama, Biden or the Dems have done ANYTHING close to this. The Republicans know that hate-baiting and fear-mongering works - I grew up in S.C. and know people who fervently believe Al Gore is a "devil-worshiper" because he's an environmentalist and that Hillary is a lesbian becaues she's feminist. The Republicans know it's not a big leap to make the same folks believe that Obama is a "muslim" and "terrorist." And these people will vote for McCain. The Republicans and McCain have put ego and ambition above what is best for our country.
And calling Obama a socialist is ironic. The $700 billion in corporate welfare that Bush just gave to Wall Street is the biggest socialist move ever made in U.S. history. But who cares about facts? The Republicans NEVER have a problem finding the money to pay for the mistakes of their cronies - but for every day people like me, there's never a bailout,never a break. There's NEVER any $ to fund healthcare, and other vital human needs. NO money to help homeowners facing foreclosure. But everytime their corporate buddies screw up, there's always money to bail them out - and we end up paying the price. WHAT HYPOCRITES.
All they're doing is trying to sow the seeds of fear and hatred of those perceived as the "other." Anything to get elected. Anything to keep their money and power. They don't give a damn about America. McCain was one Republican I always had respect for. Not any more.
And when did Obama "attack" Joe who is not really a plumber? Obama has attacked McCains policies, not his character. That is not being negative. In the meanhwhile, the Republicans are showing their true selves - using loaded language to breed hate and confusion, sending party literature full of the worst racial stereotypes Americans hold about blacks - watermelon, fried chicken Kool Aid - how can any Republican accuse Obama of being negative, and not look at the behavior of their own party? But why am I surprised. McCain supporters act no better than him - and this is NOT the time for this kind of leadership. America deserves better.
I can't wait til President Obama proves all the haters wrong. He has and will show you how a real leader should act. Especially Emm and Concerned in OH - I'm concerned that people like you vote. If Obama is a "fraud" with "no provable background or significant career" then what the hell was George W??? A frat boy and drunk who could never keep a job. And Sarah Palin is hardly better. She governs a state with a population smaller than Santa Barbara. She is NOT qualified to lead this country, nor does she have the demeanor or leadership, as her negative sniping clearly shows. Emm derided Obama for being "inexperienced," yet you defend Republican candidates who haven't any at all - again, hypocrites.
God help us even McCain wins. The powers of darkness, ignorance and greed will seize the day - ordinary Americans like me won't have anything left if we get 4 more years of Republican rule.
Posted by: Supa-D | Oct 21, 2008 1:16:05 AM
Everyone - should stop and ask Jesus to forgive us for not thinking about the USA as being a wonderful place to raise a family and to find a job-I know that things are not perfect, but it could be a lot worst if we lived somewhere else.
McCain- had his time - it's time to pass the white house over to someone else-That someone is Obama-
We as American's can only see what's in front of us - Let's stop and see the whole picture- Fear is not from God!- We have the power to speak blessings over this world!- We must stop and give thanks to Jesus first and start loving our brothers and sisters- black and white and everything in between - God has no color - He Loves us all- That he gave his only son (Jesus), so that we can live in the wonderful place called USA-Let first accept him, so that one day you will be able to stand and say that I have been faithful and grateful-
This election is not about McCain/Obama
it's about ME and YOU!
Let's start looking at the next person
who will lead all of us not just some of us
May God continue to Bless all that live under this Flag called USA
M. Gravesande
Posted by: Maggie | Oct 20, 2008 11:11:31 PM
RESPONSE TO "TRUTH HURTS":
You say Liberals are a disgrace to this country. Tell me, what has happened in the past 8 years with Bush at the helm? We are now faced with "another" Bush trying to claim the Throne, but he will not get there! Intelligent Americans are tired of the lies, and the manipulation. When 9/11 was "allowed" to happen, Bush took full advantage of this situation. He used our fear and anger to manipulate us into attacking Iraq who did nothing to us at all! By doing so, we are no better than any other terrorist group on earth. Who was in charge of the 9/11 investigation? McCain of course. I am going to ask every single one of you this one question regarding 9/11, no one the answer in 8 years of my asking it:
On 9/11/01, your President Bush was at a very highly publicized event. He was at the Emily T. Booker Elementary School for a reading of a book by the second grade class. Before the reading started, Bush was told by Andy Card that a plane hit the WTC. Bush went on to start reading with the class. When the second plane hit, Andy Card told Bush and also told him that they did not know how many planes were hijacked. According to the FAA the number was as high as 12. Bush states the reason he did not leave the reading was because he did not want to frighten the children. Don't you think they might have been slightly more upset if a plane were to hit the school? Therefore I ask all you Bush lovers this question..."HOW DID BUSH KNOW THAT HE AND THE SCHOOL WERE SAFE FROM ATTACK?
Bush stayed at the school for another 20
minutes after hearing of the attacks on the WTC. HOW DID HE KNOW HE WAS SAFE?
Ask yourself this question and search for an answer. If you do come up with a rational answer, then ask yourself, but why did Bush give NORAD the order to "stand down" when they had 17 manned fighter planes ready to handle the situation.
THOSE OF YOU WHO THINK MCCAIN WILL BRING CHANGE TO THIS COUNTRY ARE WRONG. YOU ARE MERELY VOTING REPUBLICAN DUE TO YOU BEING A REP ALL YOUR LIFE. I KNOW THIS BECAUSE MCCAIN LOVES WAR, THINKS HE KNOWS IT ALL, AND IS TOO DAMN OLD FOR THIS OFFICE.
As for his running mate, Palin is just a wonderful woman isn't she? This is a broad who cares more for her career than she does for her own family. She has a 5 month old baby with Down Syndrome who will need his mother. She also has a 17 year old daughter who dropped out of high school because she got knocked up, and is giving birth in 8 weeks. Yep, Sarah you are a good woman..NOT!!!
Posted by: Linda | Oct 20, 2008 10:47:24 PM
"People who allow this hatred to happen in their rallies are responsible for the consequences."
As long as another Bush-type doesn't get in people might be held accountable. As it stands we have war criminals in office who will probably never even see a slap on the wrist.
Posted by: Dan | Oct 20, 2008 7:58:34 PM
I don't understand the hatred. I don't understand people shouting "Terrorist!" and "Kill him!" about Obama at Palin rallies. This is a United States Senator from Illinois, not a terrorist. Didn't McCain swear an oath to uphold the Constitution of the US? Is it against the law to threaten a US senator with murder? People who allow this hatred to happen in their rallies are responsible for the consequences. Did anybody get these threats on camera? Where is the Secret Service?
Posted by: Cuivre | Oct 20, 2008 7:52:36 PM
Some of the responses on this site are simply appalling! It looks like the Republican smear campaign is sending people here to try to make these awful messages seem like they have value.
McCain is a very dishonorable person for backing this sort of tripe. That's not to mention that he was nothing more than a second-rate pilot who wasn't thrown out of the military because of family members who had pull.
The reason Obama looks good is not the media twisting things. Anyone who has watched the debates and listens to McCain talk can clearly see a very angry, desperate man.
Don't vote McCain whatever you do. If he gets in, we're all screwed.
Posted by: Dan | Oct 20, 2008 7:49:38 PM
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