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Terrorism Threat Remains Real
McConnell
There are those who argue that the United States will be less secure if Barack Obama is elected president of the United States because our enemies will view him as weak and vulnerable and exploit that.
Others argue that the possibility of renewed terrorist attacks on U.S. soil is minimized with an Obama presidency because he understands diplomacy and will take steps to lower the anger level against the United States around the world. They say that John McCain is more likely to provoke a terrorist attack.
Then there are those who believe that, despite his other failings and his low approval ratings, one thing Pres. Bush has done for us is keep the fight “over there.” There have been no additional terrorist attacks (though some plots have been thwarted) they argue since September 11, 2001. Whoever is the next president, they say, needs to continue that policy of taking the fight to the terrorists.
But the nation’s intel chief says, it doesn’t really matter who the next president of the United States is. He is going to be tested by terrorists. Tested, very likely, on home soil.
In a Nashville speech, Director of National Intelligence Mike McConnell projects the next president, whether he be Barack Obama or John McCain, faces a volatile future. Sounding a bit like Democratic vice presidential candidate Joe Biden, McConnell, noted that the attacks on New York and Washington D.C. came early in the George W. Bush administration. He predicts whoever is elected on Tuesday will face an early surprise. During what he calls a “period of most vulnerability.”
Debate – Bailout Discussed On News Talk Online On Paltalk
Friday’s News Talk Online on Paltalk.com focused on the top two stories of the day, the vice-presidential debate and the House passage of the Wall Street bailout plan.
Many callers felt both Sarah Palin and Joe Biden made excellent points during the debate. Though some Republicans accused Biden of lying and some Democrats (and others) pointed out that Palin declined to answer some of the questions posed to her, electing instead to talk about topics she wanted to raise.
A CNN analysis about the debate found that both candidates made misleading or untrue statements, and predicted there will be a lot more of that between now and election day.
The bailout passage was applauded by some, decried by others. But even if one favored a package to help Wall Street, the pork that was stuffed into the bill was distasteful at best (money for wooden arrows and NASCAR for example). Those who voted yes should be expected to explain that portion of the bill to their constituents as they return to their home districts for the election recess.
Palin Stumbles Again
Tonight brings the much-anticipated debate between Republican vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin and her Democratic opponent Joe Biden. And, once again, in an interview with CBS’ Katie Couric, Palin has stumbled.
In precursor interviews with both candidates, Couric ask each to cite one decision the U.S. Supreme Court has made, other than Roe v. Wade, that they disagreed with.
Biden immediately cited the Violence Against Women’s Act, which he introduced, which would allow women who were victimized by crimes to sue their attackers. The Supreme Court overturned portions of that law.
Palin couldn’t think of one solitary high court decision, other than Roe v. Wade, that she disagreed with. Not a single one in the history of the United States.
As she has prepared for tonight’s debate, Palin has been calling conservative radio talk shows to attack the mainstream media. Saying that she’s looking forward to addressing the American people tonight without being “filtered” by the mainstream news media.
But if her past performances in interviews with Couric are any indication, Palin won’t then have an excuse for not knowing the issues. She has to ace this debate. Or she will be a heavy rock around John McCain’s neck. Pulling him under the political waters. Sinking his run for the presidency.
The upcoming vice-presidential debate will be one of the issues discussed at 5 PM New York time today on News Talk Online on Paltalk.com. CLICK HERE to join in the conversation.
Biden On Eggshells
Cautious debater
Editor’s note: The following analysis was written by guest host Dan Warner
Is it possible that the much more experienced in world affairs Joe Biden enters tomorrow’s vice-presidential debate with Sarah Palin disadvantaged?
That was the concenseus expressed during tonight’s News Talk Online on Paltalk.com.
Many callers said Biden must be careful to debate Palin without offending women. Several suggested that he must be careful to not “slap her down.”
But some callers, women mainly, felt that she should be challenged directly because to tread lightly would be demeaning to women.
Republican presidential candidate John McCain’s age and his health were raised as issues as well.
Making his choice of a running mate far more critical than Barack Obama’s.
Palin’s demeanor during the debate was also discussed. Some callers felt that she had to show that she’s really serious, and not just a bubbly deferential figure.
They also felt that Palin’s strong point is energy. Biden’s foreign policy issues.
Several women expressed the view that the vote should not be based on gender. They said they will not vote for McCain simply because Palin is a woman.
Of course, the nation might not be in this political mess had the Republicans nominated Ron Paul and the Democrats Bill Richardson, clearly, in my view, the best candidates during the primary process representing their respective parties.
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Biden Says Hillary A Better Choice
A better veep choice?
