If Obama becomes president we need to support him. If McCain becomes president we need to support him. I have been admittedly wary of Obama because of his inexperience, stance on abortion, and radical associates, but any U.S. president needs the support of his or her citizens. It is during campaign season that our differences are most acutely felt because our future seems so wrapped up in theirs. In one sense the influence of the U.S. President on the world is impressive in the direction of humanitarian efforts, trade agreements/sanctions, military campaigns, and ideals promoted.
I urge a focus on where each candidate stand on issues and determine what beliefs they hold. Past elections have shown people vote with their feelings whether they admit it or not. Being cool or likable do not determine leadership. What direction they take the country must be assessed at best by their words and what history we know about them.
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