Obama's Beef

In Obama's vision, presidential success is not measured by how many detailed policy proposals he can ram through Congress. Rather, his vision sets a new standard, that presidential success will be measured by an improved functioning of the government as a whole. In this vision, the details of policy are not as important as the principles that guide policy. In this vision, it is less important to secure ones preferred version of a bill than it is to ... Full Story »

Posted by Kaizar Campwala
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Subjects: U.S., Politics
Topics: Presidential Election 2008, U.S. Constitution, Obama Administration
Member Tags: optimism vs. specificity
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Posted by: Posted by Kaizar Campwala - Jan 30, 2008 - 9:57 AM PST
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Dwight Rousu
3.8
by Dwight Rousu - Oct. 1, 2008

The posting frames a view of the two candidates concepts of the presidency, and how this might map into their success or failure as a branch of government. The framing is well presented, but requires a leap of faith that the poster's interpretation matches the views and nature of the candidates. It is worthwhile thought-provoking reading.

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Donald Carl Isenman
4.4
by Donald Carl Isenman - Oct. 1, 2008

The story pulls the difference between the two candidates into a sharp focus on the issue of no specifics vs. faith in the future of government. It has been a contention of many that Obama is lacking in policy and therefore not as qualified as Clinton. This story emphasizes that "hope" can be more than an empty promise. Given the sorry political state of our country these past 4+ decades, it could be a powerful force in the nomination and subsequent election since statistically speaking policy details are not the prime interest of voters.

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Kaizar Campwala
4.5
by Kaizar Campwala - Oct. 1, 2008
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