2. Identify and summarize at least three key issues in the upcoming elections. Discuss the positions of any two politicians still in the running for Presidental nomination in the Democratic and Republican parties. What are the major differences in their political views? Who's politics do you support more? Why?
3. Then, read a recent New York Times editorial about the similarties between Senator Hillary Clinton and one of the Presidents covered in out latest unit, Grover Cleveland:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jon-wiener/nyts-krugman-hillary-_b_70643.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jon-wiener/nyts-krugman-hillary-_b_70643.html
And an article from US News and World Reports about a scandal that took place in the 1888 election:
http://www.usnews.com/articles/news/politics/2008/01/17/phony-letter-helped-unseat-a-president.html
http://www.usnews.com/articles/news/politics/2008/01/17/phony-letter-helped-unseat-a-president.html
Summarize the scandal of 1888 and explain why the author feels Hilliary Clinton might be "the next Grover Cleveland?" Evaluate his position using evidence from your candidate research.
For optional extra credit you may complete one or both of the following tasks:
a) Research two third party candidates and summarize and compare their views with the other candidates you read about for this blog
AND/OR
b)Identify summarize two "Great Moments in Campaign History" from US News' recent coverstory: http://www.usnews.com/features/news/politics/greatmoments.html
a) Research two third party candidates and summarize and compare their views with the other candidates you read about for this blog
AND/OR
b)Identify summarize two "Great Moments in Campaign History" from US News' recent coverstory: http://www.usnews.com/features/news/politics/greatmoments.html
THIS BLOG MUST BE AT LEAST 400 words. Please remember to comment on at least one other post. Extra credits should be 200 words each. Due Monday 2/25 before class.
15 comments:
The 2008 presidential election, is one that may change America's look for a long time. Candidates are mostly questioned by the people of how they will act on issues like abortion, immigration, and same sex marriage. Wanting a democrat to win, I am comparing the beliefs of Hillary Cliton and Barack Obama to see how similar and different their views are from each other. On the topic of abortion, Clinton believes in "free choice" which is supported by her will to sign the Freedom of Chocie Act.Like most canidates, Obama formed his views of abortion with the influence of Roe vs Wade, a Supreme Court case that set the land mark for other abortion incidents. The decision stated that for any reason a woman chooses, up until the "point at which the fetus becomes ‘viable,’ that is, potentially able to live outside the mother's womb, albeit with artificial aid. Viability is usually placed at about seven months (28 weeks) but may occur earlier, even at 24 weeks." Also, abortion can be provided in regards to a women's health. These court rulings affected laws in 46 states. I don't feel that Obama really gave an ensuring answer. I feel that he is in the middle and does not like the topic. However, he also stated that he "opposes any constitutional amendment to overturn the Supreme Court's decision in Roe v Wade" and Did not cast a vote on Prohibiting Funds for Groups that Perform Abortions amendment in 2007. Moving on to another topic (immigration), Clinton and Obama supported Bush's plan of increasing funding and improving border security technology, improving enforcement of existing laws, and providing a legal path to citizenship for some illegal immigrants.They most likely does support immigration, but they want it done in a legal way. They also voted for a fense to be built along the Mexican and American boreder. Once again, Clinton and Obama have the same views on same sex marriage. They both oppose it but believe in the power of state. They also support civil unions and oppose the invention of a constitional amendment banning same sex marriage.
( I JUST REALIZED IT SAID A CANIDATE FROM REPULIC AND DEMOCRATIC SIDE) Opposibg Clinton and Obama ,Mike Hukabee doesn't beleive in the verdict of Roe Vs. Wade and would support a constitutional amendment to protect the right to life. Also, as govenor he banned partial-birth abortions in Arkansas and required parental notification. He would veto any pro-abortion legislation opened in Congress. Hukabee opposes Bush's immigration plan which Obama and Clinton supports. He also opposes allowing illegal immigrants to obtain driver's licenses and Would fine and penalize employers who hire illegal immigrants. He also wants a huge and effective border control. He obvioulsly, does not promote immigratiion. Simmiliar to Clinton and Obama, he opposes same sex marriage but is not trying to form any compromises like they did. I definitly support Obama and Clinton. They are more pro human. Hukabee seems like a mean man trying to control America and make it conservative. Same sex marriage and abortion are a touchy subject, But he could have made more options and considerations for immigrants. They have made America since the late 18th century.
From reading both "NYT's Krugman: Hillary -- the Next Grover Cleveland?" by John Wiener and "Dirty Campaign Trick: The Phony Charles Murchison Letter Upended Grover Cleveland's 1888 Presidential Bid" by Matthew Bandyk , I've determined that some people have a problem with Clinton being so focused on health care. Wiener compares Cleveland to Clinton because as a president he was so focued on buisness ( gold rush). He probably thinks that Clinton will spend all her time focusing on health care. However, unlike gold and making money, health care is a humongous issue in America now. I'd rather have my next president focusing on the health of the people, than some war in Iraq which has caused thousands of deaths. So many people can not afford health care due to their low income. In contries like, Ireland Health Care is free and many natives have a longer life spand. Clinton is taking care of her first and most important priority: the people of the U.S. Once we are ALL taken care of she can expand to buisnesss, wars and taking in refugees from other countries. How is America suppose to grow economically, if the people are sick and can not leave their homes to go to school and work? Clinton is exposing herself in being a very responsible president , showing concern for her citizens.
B) EXTRA CREDIT.
One Great Moment in Compaign History is the Nixon and Kennedy debate. The article glorifies the importance of the debate and to why Kennedy won it. Before the debate, past debates weren't looked upon as a big deal.Which is part of the reason why Nixon was somewhat unprepared for the debate. They said that he new his policies but that he should have practiced his speeches like Kenedy did. Kenedy took one day off to practice for the debate. For the debate, it was said the Nixon "looked unpresidential". Though Kennedy was scared due to his lack of experience, his good looks and winning speeches overtook the people away from Nixon's soothing voice. Viewers say that it was Nixon's appaearence and attitude that drawned voters away from him and into Kennedy's heart. After this presidential debate, debates after were taken more seriously.Now ,canidates practice what they are going to say, buy expensive suites and even by hair wigs! Another Great Moment in Compaign History is the mock convention held in Washington and Lee University. This is one more way in which the youth have a say in the elections. Since 1948, the students have predicted the nominees for presidency elections. They've gotten all of the nominees right besides in 1972. They choose Ted Kennedy instead of George McGovern. There prediction for this election has not yet been revealed. They throw massive nomination parties with the colors: red, white and blue everywere, along with confetti. I feel that more schools should hold such an event including CSIHSIS. Not only is it a great way to stay politically active, it also helps students make informative descions as young voters.
~ Dija...yo!
Janell McBean
F-Block
The United States presidential election of 2008 is life changing towards the country. A president serves their country and the country wouldn't be what it is without it's government and president. The United States presidential election of 2008 is scheduled to be held on November 4th and will be the 56th consecutive quadrennial election for president and vice president of the United States. This presidential election schedule is the exact same with the 2008 Senate elections, House of Representatives elections, and gubernatorial elections, as well as many state and local elections. Also, the United States Constitution, as amended by the Twelfth Amendment to the United States Constitution, an Electoral College will elect the president. These electors are arranged by mechanisms chosen by each state's legislature. The person who receives a large amount of votes for president will be the president of the United States; and the individual who receives a majority of electoral votes for vice president will be the vice president-elect of the United States. All three, Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and John McCain are trying there very hardest to become president or vice president. Democratic is the way to go, in my opinion. Nothing but the best is what they want. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are perfect for the United States of America. It seems as though they are both fighting for the same things anyway; just that Obama is a male and Clinton is a female. A female would be such a history making decision, she seems as though she knows what she is doing and wants for the Unites States anyway. Either or, Obama or Clinton winning would be a very great choice. They are both democratic. democrats all the way.
Khadijat Olagoke
Feb 2 2008
In response to Jannell's comment. Presidents are SUPPOSE to serve a country justly. But, now-a-days, it looks like some countries would do much better with out their president. A country will be nothing without its citizens!
that is true khadijat; very true. I actually agree with what you said on how "it looks like some countries would do much better with out their president. A country will be nothing without its citizens!" very true in my opinion. but also, it is really important for the country to have a leader as well as citizens. Citizens need a leader; the leader is the one who keeps things in order and voices for the citizens as well. Otherwise, the citizens will try to overthrow each other and it'll become citizens against citizens. For example look at it as a school without a principal. The students need a leader!
The candidates in the 2008 presidential race discuss their standpoints on numerous issues. Democrat Barack Obama and Republican John McCain debate over issues such as abortion, stem cell research, and energy. Interestingly, the two politicians shared both similar and opposing opinions. On the subject of abortion, John McCain voted for Prohibiting Funds for Groups that Perform Abortions amendment in 2007 while Barack Obama did not cast a vote. McCain is a strong supporter of human rights and views abortion as a “horrible procedure [that is] taking of human life”. He is evidently pro-life and will work to ban abortion, while Obama presented a contrasting view. He explained that it is a moral issue that varies upon each circumstance. He proposed that women are in the best position to make the decision of abortion, not the government; therefore, Barack Obama is pro-choice. McCain plans on enforcing the law by deciding for the American people while Obama plans to leave the decision up to them, posing two different political views. With the issue of embryonic stem cell research, both candidates are in full support and even promote expanding federal funding. Obama and McCain both emphasized that the embryos being used for stem cell research would otherwise be discarded or perpetually frozen, making the procedure ethically appropriate toward achieving cures for diseases such as Parkinson’s and juvenile diabetes. Finally, the concern over immigration resulted in similar opinions. Both candidates believe that illegal immigrants should be provided a pathway to citizenship, yet those who committed crimes in this country should be deported immediately. Also, both Obama and McCain voted to authorize the construction of a 700-mile fence along the U.S.- Mexican border. Their major difference in political views can be reflected in the opinions given on the subject of abortion. Personally, I support the politics of Barack Obama because he considers his actions according to the needs of the American people.
The scandal of 1888 was an important moment in history, as seen in Matthew Bandyk’s article “Dirty Campaign Trick: The Phony Charles Murchison Letter Upended Grover Cleveland’s 1888 Presidential Bid”. The presidential race was between Democrat Grover Cleveland, for re-election, and Republican Benjamin Harrison. With New York’s 36 electoral votes left, Cleveland was in a good position considering he was once the state’s governor and mayor. However when George Osgoodby, a Republican, pretended to be a British expatriate and sent a letter to the British ambassador asking who would be the best candidate to favor England’s interests, the ambassador unsuspectingly replied by supporting Cleveland. The news was soon publicized, making it seem as though Cleveland was pro-British from the beginning. This insulted the large Irish population in New York, costing Cleveland the loss of all 36 electoral votes and the election. In “NYT’s Krugman: Hillary—the Next Grover Cleveland”, Jon Wiener pointed out that Hillary Clinton may be the next Grover Cleveland. While Cleveland was the only democrat elected between 1860 and 1912, he shut down the Pullman strike and joined Wall Street, acting more as a republican than a democrat. With health care being the primary issue of this year’s election, the author believes that Clinton may be involved in too much “compromising and negotiating with the insurance, pharmaceutical and hospital companies…” As Elizabeth stated in her blog entry, the article hints at the possibility that Clinton may lose the focus of politics to build more on businesses, just as Cleveland had.
1. Barack Obama is winning with 1,319 delegates
2. “This isn’t about the past, it’s about the future. I don’t talk about my opposition to the war to say “I told you so.”
3. Hilary Clinton is in second with 1,250 delegates. She wants to take actions.
Barack Obama has a lot to say about the war. I hate to say that’s all he cares about, but that’s what it looks like. Hilary is clearly looking for a change in America. From a past speech she quoted “it's easy to give a speech about restoring the middle class, but it is hard to actually do it. ... We've been here before with a president who leaves the economic cupboard bare on Election Day.” If I had to choose between the two, I’ll have to pick Hilary Clinton because she is a woman that stand strong to her views and that’s what America needs. We don’t need another president to come into office and screw things up again. There are way more important things to think about other than a war. Perhaps the people!!!
cherricka
Shaun Quinto
F-Block
After researching the 2008 Presidential election, there are many different issues that each candidate is handling in different ways in their campaigns'. One of the main issues the candidates debate on is the War in Iraq. Most of the Democratic candidates oppose the use of military forces, while the Republicans support Bush's actions. Barack Obama strongly opposes the military force in Iraq. He is a believer in phasing the troops out of Iraq. John McCain, republican, supports Bush, and wants to send more troops into Iraq, for added protection. On the immigration issues the country is facing, both candidates want to improve efforts to end illegal immigration. In fact, both of them supported Bush's immigration reform legislation, and the building of the 700 mile fence along the US-Mexican border. For abortion, Barack Obama believes there should be no federal law, but McCain wants there to be a federal law banning abortion. The major difference I picked out between the two candidates is their opinion on the war in Iraq. Like most democrats, Brack wants to leave IRaq, but liek most Republicans McCain wanst to stay. This could be a deciding factor on our next president, if they are both voted as their party's candidate. After reading about the two candidates views on different topics, I strongly support Obama much more. His idea for Iraq, gradually bringing troops home, is soemthing I would want to happen.
In the 1888 elections, a dirty trick was pulled on the democratic candidate, Grover Cleveland. A republican from California sent a letter, as if he was a British man voting in the elections. He asked the British amabassador who would favor British needs, and he repsonded by saying Cleveland. Since the Irish were a big part of NY, 36 electorial votes, he publicized the letter and the Irish people then voted for the republican candidate instead. Since Hillary has a different view on health care than the well thought out plan of most democrats, she might become the next Grover Cleveland. If she is voted into office, peopel think her health care plan might be forgotten about or not work. She is thinking too deeply on how to find a working system that her views would soon support a Republican opinion. She might help out businesses, instead of the democratic idea of helping the middle class and individual. To sum it all up, her ideas on health care are starting to resemble repoublican ideas, just as Grover Cleveland's ideas did.
I strongly agree with Tiffany Cho's opinion of Barack Obama. His politics support the views of the common American, middle class, and are well thought out considering their opinions. His political ideas would help the ordinary person, in the long run to live a better and easier life than the republicans would create for them.
Karmila Saulong
Block F
Two politicians that are still in the running for the Presidental nomination in the Democratic and Republican parties are Barak Obama and Hillary Clinton. Obama believes that he can make a change in modern America while Clinton believes that she can provide for the country. The elections of 2008 discuss issues such as taxes, same-sex marriages, and environment. Taxes have been a huge issue for many Americans over the years. Many of the candidates either oppose the tax cut like Obama and Clinton. Other candidates supported the tax cuts. These cuts affect a large portion of the American society. Also, another issue is same sex marriages. The leading candidates for the upcoming elections do not support same sex marraiges. The homosexual community may feel that their rights have been taken away. However, I agree with Clinton's idea for the same sex marriages laws to be decided by the state instead of being banned by the constitution. Environmental issues have increased over time. As America continues to use up their resources for energy the environment has taken a toll on the gases released. Obama believes he can make a change with limitingthe greenhouse gases awhile Clinton wants to focus on using a renewable energy source such as wind and solar energy. Like Shaun, I would support Obama more because of what he plans to bring to America. He plans to reach the needs of Americans as Tiffany said.
The scandal of 1888 was a issue that believes Hillary Clinton might be "the next Grover Cleveland". Grover Cleveland was the only Democrat as president during a Republican streak. He was a politically corrupt president who created a controversy during the elections of 1888. He "had risked the support of big business by backing a lower tariff and earned a reputation for doing what he thought was right despite the political consequences". During the elections Cleveland was exposed as a person who negoiated with Britain Empire and was Pro-British. The author of the article believes that the key issue this year will be health care. Even with the Democrats having a potentially working health care plan. The author wrote about how Hillary Clinton may fail to take care of the health care issue and may only negoiate with pharmaceutal and hospital companies.
Yasmeen Sweatte
3.3.08
F Block
Blog Post:
1. War in Iraq
2. Barack opposes military force
3. McCain supports military force
Of the three facts that, I researched I support Barack Obama 100%. I believe and feel strongly that people shouldn't be "forced" to enter the military and, risk their lives for the foolish things that our government gets us into. I agree with Obama that our troops should all be sent home to live a normal life, instead of living each and everyday in FEAR. During the 1888 election a republican for California sent a letter to Grover Cleveland acting as a British man voting in the elections. Unfortunately, since the Irish played a major part in the 36 electorial votes, Cleveland publicized the letter and the Irish people voted for the republican. It seems as if presidental candidate Hilary Clinton is walking the path of Grover with her plan for health care that will be provided tp citizens if she is elected president.
Blog Response: I agree 100% with Karmila, Tiffany, and Shaun that Barack Obama would make a WAYYYYY better president and will make smart decisions that will have a positive effect on Americans. I appreciate the fact that, "he plans to meet the needs of Americans".
Ama Kwakye
Throughout these last couple of months there has been so much stress on the candidates running to become president. When the election first started Hilary was in the lead then once the election went to the South and as time progressed Obama caught up and feel in the lead. So far Obama is in the lead for the democratic and for the republican part John McCain. If I was able to vote it would be difficult for me because they both posses qualities that catch my attention. But after I read most of the articles provided on the blog I have decided to lean towards Obama. Obama and I have a lot of ideas in common. Obama feels the war should end as well as me. I feel the war is useless and is just killing people and is a waste of money. The war wasn’t the best thing from the beginning but after a couple of years of the war, I say to my self why don’t we just move on and leave it alone. The money being wasted could be used to help countries that America feels are in need, or even fix common issues, such as poverty and teen homelessness. IF Obama wins he might help America for the better and we might leave the gutter that we were put into. As other people have posted, Hilary has some good goals but she cares too much about other countries before us. Obama opposes abortion and Hilary is for abortion. I'm against Hilary right now; I don’t think its right to have to kill a baby even if it’s the size of a quater. What if our parent decided to say "oo ok let me abort you, not just one person does abort children it’s a lot. Would we be here today if our parents decided to abort us? NOOOO! Abortion shouldn’t be allowed period. Obama wants to help change education as well as Hilary which is a plus. Hilary wants to fix up the No Child Left behind Act and Obama wants to fix up education , he wants to reduce the Amount of high school dropouts which might mean a change in the way school are run. Mike Huckabee opposes the no child left behind act he feels every state should have their own standards. Obama's issues are more social and relevant to us, for example health care and Hilary is more interested in keeping inspectors in Iraq. Obama said he would rather bring the troops home and leave everything alone. I just hope that when America votes on our president we make our decisions wisely and not because of the color of ones skin or whether one is a male or a female. However as I usually like saying history is repeating itself and if we aren’t careful the scam that happened in 1888 can easily happen again. Because people will listen to what they here the President candidate say one thing that they think is good but then once they become President they wont do there job. As always with most jobs people will manipulate others to make it seem like they are better than they really are. Hilary might be the one to lead us to history repeating itself. She won’t do what is good for us but what she thinks is good for her.
Kadijat - E-/ G+: Both posts are accurate and include evidence to support your views, but the scandal blog is a little non-specific. Glad you went for the extra credit!
Janelle: G+ Thoughgtful and shows you are interested and informed on modern politics.
Cho- E: Thoughtful, analytical and informed.
Cherrika - G: A little short but shows that you feel the economy is an important aspect of the presidential platform... Obama does talk about this in other articles. I encourage you to learn more about his views because you have a strong political voice - knowledge is power! Try : http://www.ontheissues.org/Senate/Barack_Obama.htm#Budget_+_Economy
Shaun: E- you did an excellent job explaining the perspectives of several candidates and summarizing the Cleveland election.
Karmilla - E: Thoughtful and informed.
Yasmeen - S+: Not as detailed and analytical as some of your blogs, but accurate nonetheless.
Ama- G: I think you oversimplified the abortion issue but your post is otherwise pointed and analytical. go to this site to view Obama's veiws on abortion, you might be suprised.
http://www.ontheissues.org/Senate/Barack_Obama.htm
Loretta Au
Abortion has always been a controversial topic and still is considering it being a state law. Individual states have different laws on abortion. In the 2008 presidential election, abortion is one of many issues debated.
“I believe abortion should be safe, legal, and rare”, exclaimed Hillary Clinton. While thinking that abortion should be allowed, she feels there is actions that can help decrease the number of abortion. While she was First Lady, she helped start The Campaign Against Teen Pregnancy. This Campaign helped youths make wiser choices. In ten years, they decreased the number of teenage pregnancies by a third. Clinton feels that the answer to abortion is prevention, and intensive outreach. Barack Obama would agree with Clinton on this topic. He explains that he cannot anticipate the circumstance in which the child is conceived. McCain however, on the republicans side, opposite of Clinton, feels that abortion should be banned altogether. “I would do everything within my power to ban that horrible procedure”. McCain strongly believes in the rights of the unborn not only in America, but also in all other places. Having struggled for human rights all over the world, he views abortion as taking lives. For this issue I agree with Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama more. Abortion should be legal because the circumstance is never predicable.
Immigration ahs become an increasingly larger problem. Clinton admits her acknowledgment of illegal immigrants. Recognizing that deporting all immigrants is impossible Clinton has another solution. Clinton would register every immigrant in the country; however, if they have committed any crime they would be immediately deported with no exceptions. In order to stay in America, immigrants would have to pay a fine for crossing the border, pay owned taxes, and try to learn English. If they were still here, this proves their determination. Despite her peaceful solution, she is against illegal immigration. McCain however feels that borders should be completely secured. He promises to deport all illegal immigrants. Briefly mentioning sympathy for illegal immigrants, he only stresses how important it is to secure the borders. In this issue, I also agree with Clinton over McCain. Most illegal immigrants are hardworking and trying to support a family. It is not of American values to hastily rid all illegal immigrants. For a good reason and dues to pay, they deserve to reside in America.
A third issue the candidates have debated about is education, a widely concerned issue by citizens of all ages. Hillary Clinton would end the No Child Left Behind Policy. She believes there are more than tests in education. Children have a chance to live up to their own potential. And most importantly and supported is her proposal to lower college funds. Contradicting Clinton, McCain would keep the No Child Left Behind. While Clinton is passionate about improving the education system, McCain seems forced and apathetic. I would also agree with Clinton with this issue, especially with the college funds. College is becoming increasingly more unaffordable leading students to turn away from an education and an opportunity for a successful career.
Grover Cleveland is known for his selfishness in deciding the nation’s fate without considering the political consequences. The scandal in 1888 is that Cleveland was pro-British according to a letter between Cleveland and Murchison. This was a problem because at the time, America was conflicting with the British after the American Revolution in the 18th century. The votes in Cleveland’s election were clearly irrational. Cleveland’s wife told the White House staff not to change anything because she’d be back in four years. Some may feel that Hillary Clinton may be the next Grover Cleveland is because her relation to Bill Clinton, a former president of the U.S.
Loretta Au
As a response to everyone, I feel that Obama and Clinton share many similar views on issues. There were no conflicting ideas between the two in the three issues that I had researched,
If I would be able to vote, I would vote for Barack Obama. He had studied civil rights law and he knows where the average American's are coming from. He does want to stop the war because he doesn't believe in it, he thinks its nonsense. Hilary Clinton who is against Obama is from the same political party but she had different views that I don't agree with. I feel like CLinton thinks its easy to fix our American middle class lives. She don't believe in the Poor Americans? well everyone needs help. but some more than the others. Clinton should think about everyone, exspecailly, the Poor American's who need help. I think if she wants to be President she should step up a little bit and think about whats more important to people. Hilary is going to become the next Grover Cleveland according to the NY Time editorial because she has the same ideas for health care and the economy. Clinton and Cleveland were both Democrats who both have the same view on helping people in universal coverage.An major issue was the Pullman strike and the downfall of former Bill Clinton's Presidency health care services. From the scandal of 1888 was when the Cleveland was blackmailed for his letter by his Republican opponent Benjamin Harrison.It takes a lot of hard work to be a candidate for President because they have to win other people's vote and there support. They also have to go to many meetings and many dinner parties expressing how they feel about there country and how they are going to improve it.
Melissa Coughlin
3/10/08
ELection 2008 has begun! The Democrats are fighting like two wild animals over meat. I will be discussing Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton in this post because, after primaries, Barack and Hillary are still neck and neck. The Republican delegate has been set, John McCain. Many issues that are very popular with politicans (and what I have strong feelings for) are abortion, same sex marriage and stem cell research. Hillary Clinton wins my vote on the issue of abortion. Hillary is pro-choice and said that she would pass the Freedom of Choice Act. Obama's view on abortion does not seem strong at all. He is taking the same view as Roe v. Wade, which set the standard for many abortion cases all over the country. Obama didn't say anything clear about being pro-choice or anti-abortion. He seems to be reflecting a grey area in this issue. Same sex marriage is a heated debate, as well. Both Obama and Clinton oppose same sex marriage, but are for civil unions. Yet, Obama seems to be unsure and not clear with a 'yes' or a 'no'. Stem Cell research concludes that Hillary Clinton and Obama pretty much have the same views as each other. Hillary and Barack both support embryonic stem cell research. I am pretty stunned right now, and I am aware it sounds stupid, but I have just realized how important it is to chose the right person and to cast your vote for the right person who will be running your country. Both Hillary and Obama are very similar, but Obama's views are very clouded. I can see why they are both so close in the election, they believe in the same principles. Personally, I would want our president to enforce pro-choice laws on abortion, allow same sex marriage and allow stem cell research. Abortion should be a woman's choice because it is her body, her baby, her health and no one else's. Same sex couples pay their taxes and live just like everyone else, why can't they share the same heath insurance and have many more legal rights of married straight couples? Stem Cell research has led science through so many discoveries, it should only continue because it is only benefical. Hillary Clinton was said to possibly become the next Grover Cleveland in John Wiener's "NYT's Krugman: Hillary -- the Next Grover Cleveland?" Grover Cleveland apparently was a bad president. He was for the Gold Standard even when it was hurting America economically. The idea for healthcare for all Americans is great! Obama is for it. "Dirty Campaign Trick: The Phony Charles Murchison Letter Upended Grover Cleveland's 1888 Presidential Bid" by Matthew Bandyk explained a scandal that shook the 1888 elections. A Republican in California wrote a letter to the British Ambassador, pretending to be a British man. He asked the ambassador whom he believed was a better choice for America's President, the grandson of the ninth president or Grover Cleveland. The ambassador said Cleveland and the letter was released into the public, thus Cleveland won the election. It was a very horrible thing to do. Both candidates were very close and the election was pending on New York State's vote. This is very similar to the current election. Barrack and Clinton are extremely close election-wise. If anyonwe were to pull another stunt like the election of 1888, it could totally changethe country.
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