@ Amanda:
I am NOT a racist. My decision to NOT vote for Obama has NOTHING to do with the color of his skin. Anyone who votes for (or against) someone based on superficial things like race, looks, gender, speaking ability, etc., is a fool. One should focus instead on each candidate’s ideas, goals, past voting record on issues, and yes, on those he/she considers as their friends and mentors, because those we hold closest to us are the ones who have the greatest influence on us. That is why this association with Jeremiah Wright is so important. No way does one attend a place of worship and spiritual guidance and NOT know where the leader of said place stands, what he/she believes, or what the central teachings are. And no way can one sit under this level of vitriolic hatred and come out unscathed. Obama wants to take on what is arguably the most powerful position in the world. We need to know where he is coming from. This is not about race. It goes way, way deeper…into the very soul of the man. Open your eyes, Amanda. There is too much at stake.
