While suturing a cut on the hand of an old Texas rancher whose hand was caught in a gate, the doctor struck up a conversation with him.

The topic got around to Obama and his bid to be President. The rancher said, "Ya know, Obama is a 'post turtle.'" The doctor asked him what a 'post turtle' was.

The old rancher said, "When you're driving down a country road and you come across a fence post with a turtle balanced on top, that's a 'post turtle.'"

Seeing a puzzled look on the doctor's face, he continued to explain. "You know he didn't get up there by himself, he doesn't belong up there, he doesn't know what to do while he is up there, and you wonder what kind of dumb-4$$3$ put him up there."

Those that voted for George Bush the second time, after seeing what a mess he made in his first term, must be learning disabled. When faced with "more of the same McCain", let's see if they come back for a third helping!

Until yesterday I might have voted for Obama. But after selecting Biden, I think I will vote for Donald Duck.

"How can we think about electing a man whose experience is exactly one-half term in the Senate to the highest office in the land, President of the United States? Are we crazy?"

Yes some are crazy. Afterall, they elected George Bush to two terms. That's pretty crazy in my book.

This fall vote democrat; it's easier than working.

Yea, the red/blue state thing is politics for idiots. It's really very similar shaded of purple anyway since the margins are usually relatively small. I never liked that it's a all or nothing electors in most states. Really they should all be one elector per house district winner and two for state wide popular vote. I think that better fits the spirit of the big state/small state compromise.

Four more years of Republican rule and America will be a third world country.

I submit to everyone that the Red/Blue States is detrimental to our perception that we are good, honest citizens of the "United" States. It seems as if our people take pride in the Red and Blue state devisiveness, while at the same time trying to cast off memories of the Blue and Gray. If we continue the current partisan politicisms, we are doomed. In the past, the United States stood for teamwork, good citizenship, good neighbors, and everyone working for the good of all. Politicians on every side, everywhere, dishonor those values. How can this ever be a great nation when we are divided at every turn and seem to rejoice in the fact? Not even disasters such as 911 and Katrina pulled us together. What will it take? I shiver thinking about the answer.

I always thought it amazing how Republicans jumped on him like a pack of dogs in South Carolina back in 2000. But...now that he's thinking the only way to get elected is to be a Bush clone, I've got to go the other way. George "Baby Doc" Bush has laid waste to this country. I was a staunch Republican during Reagan and the first term of the first Bush; but I believe the good of the nation as a whole is more important than putting on blinders and pulling the lever for John "houses, what houses?" McCain.

Last I checked, Virginia doesn't vote being a state and not a human being. During the Bush/Kerry election, 1.4 million Virginians voted Democrat.

Vote Dem. and the only change will be in your pocket and not in your wallet. Take a look at the taxes Obama wants to levy. Unless you are at the poverty level or do not own a home you plan on selling one day or live on the government handouts, change in your pocket is all you will have. I wish both canidates would stop taking shots at each other and get down to business.

How can we think about electing a man whose experience is exactly one-half term in the Senate to the highest office in the land, President of the United States? Are we crazy? Are we truly endulging ourself in self-destruction as a country? Look what Bush has done. My common sense told me not to elect him. He had absolutely no experience in foreign affairs and look at the mess we're in ... need I say more!

George Bush is not the reason for our economic situation. We have never recovered from the havoc wreaked on our economy by the attacks on 9/11. Those attacks were executed by Islamic extremists and applauded by the entire Islamic community. Anyone who would consider voting for a person with Islamic roots to run our country needs a serious history lesson. Sometimes, I think people have forgotten what happened to us on 911 and who was responsible for those criminal acts.

You don't have to vote for Senator Obama just because you don't like George Bush and the Republicans. If you want real hope for positive change in our nation you should vote for the Libertarian Party candidate for President. Please consider voting for Bob Barr for POTUS (Presidnet of the United States).

The past 8 years have suffered with a Republican President and a Democratic House and Senate so I don't think all the blame can be laid on Bush. I fully support Obama's choice for VP - love Joe Biden! however, unless Obama changes his position on Nuclear Power, and supports it 200%, he will not receive my vote. We are light years behind Europe in utilizing Nuclear Energy - it is cost effient and environmentally friendly and something we cannot afford to pursue!

Sorry, but Obama has NO EXPERIENCE and if NOT for his 'gift of gab', he wouldnt even be in contention.

When has being able to talk been a requisite for Political Office ?

Unfortunately Virginia will most likely remain a "Red State".
The majority of Virginians are unwilling to change and are not nearly
as progressive as those living in "Blue States". In a word they are ignorant.

I feel Virginia and all of America is fed up with the downward spiral created by the Republican administration. Virginia will vote smarter this year. Obama all the way!

Why shouldn't VA vote for Obama? Look at the mess this country has been in for the last 8 years. People talk about taxes, but trust me it doesn't matter who the next president is there weill be higher taxes. There simnply is no other way to get out of the mess created by George Bush. I don't like either candidate, but I've finally made my decision to vote Obama.