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Barack Obama: "More celebrity than statesman?"
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by Rhonda J Mangus | September 5, 2008 at 02:09 pm
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A new attack ad by the McCain campaign again accuses democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama of being "more celebrity than statesman."
The ad, called "Temple," mocks Obama's speech at the Democratic convention before the throngs at Invesco Field, as a female voice-over intones: "Take away the celebrity. The thrilling words. What's left? Old ideas masquerading as change."
The spot then goes on to accuse Obama of planning to raise taxes on everything from your income to your electric bill.
Watch the video ad at the link above (Salon.com)
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Rhonda J Mangus
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at 14:12 on September 5th, 2008
He is a celebrity though - which is what makes, in my opinion, this race so fascinating and so interesting to watch.
at 14:37 on September 5th, 2008
Hi Amy, thank you for your comment. I would agree that the presidential race is certainly fascinating--one definitely worth following.
at 14:16 on September 5th, 2008
Watching scathing campaigns like this really gives me the creeps - not looking forward to seeing how much uglier it gets as the election draws nearer.
at 14:38 on September 5th, 2008
Hi Terri, thank you for stopping by and for your comments. Unfortunately, this is the way of elections.
at 14:45 on September 5th, 2008
I agree, American politicians as celebrities has existed since the Kennedy era, if not earlier.
I find it a little sad, and disappointing, really. I would have been a Clinton supporter for sure, for no reason other than Obama's lack of experience. What should be bothering women (and men) in the US is the fact that Palin is being attacked for her lack of experience (among other things, I realize) while Obama rose to power despite his. What else but celebrity could explain him beating a much more experienced politician?
I had hoped that the best person would get the Democratic nomination, but it looks to me like being a woman is still too big a hurdle in US politics.
And yes... that is all 110% opinion.
at 15:25 on September 5th, 2008
Hi Tina, thank you for reading and for your "opinion":). It appears that there may be more to Senator Obama's quick "rise to power" than meets the eye, and it is my opinion that efforts to continue to characterize Senator Obama as a "celebrity" actually serves as a distraction to what may be the truth. Perhaps you will find this link interesting reading: http://janechastain.com/2008/03/13/the-story-behind-obamas-rise-to-power/#more-79
at 14:57 on September 5th, 2008
When you don't have a product to sell, you knock the competition.
By the way, did you notice how much the GOP women's gowns for last night cost?
[chuckle]
It is funny that one celebrity thinks it works to call another celebrity a celebrity.
Yeah! And what about Baby Ruth? Curtis Candy says it named "Baby Ruth" candy bars to honor Ruth Cleveland, daughter of Grover Cleveland. It had nothing to do with an up and coming ball player at the time called "Babe" Ruth, also known as "The Bambino" for his baby face (with whom they had not signed an endorsement deal). That was their story and they're sticking to it. It even worked in court.
Finally, yes, Cleveland was a Democrat.
Thanks, Rhonda.
at 22:38 on September 5th, 2008
Democrat ticket in 2012....Clooney/Sarandon! LOL! Speeches written by Michael Moore, party favors provided by Obama's dealer and commentary by Paris Hilton. Who needs real policy when you can produce an election just like a Hollywood movie?
at 15:27 on September 5th, 2008
dunkelberg, thanks for a great comment and the Flag. You are also very welcome!
at 07:36 on September 6th, 2008
Rhonda J Mangus, I like this story. It's good stuff.
Well, Reagan was both and surprised a great many and he was an actor with less Political Know how then Obama. One thing though, I do worry about his International knowledge and skills, Yet as an American President for Americans he may do far better then the alternative.
at 08:52 on September 6th, 2008
Hi Paschen! Thank you for your comments and the Flag. That is true about President Regan, yet he was quite sophisticated. I think you might find the read at the link I provided in my comment to Tina Kells, if you haven't already read it, and related to Senator Obama interesting. Senator Obama seems astute enough -- I think he would seek the advice of top advisors in the White House before acting on any matter (my opinion:)).