Dear Friend,
Hope all is well with you and yours.
After being the Field Organizer for Barack Obama in Philadelphia and Raleigh
(North Carolina), I have been requested to go to Puerto Rico. I needed a few days to recoup and spend with partner (who has been making the trips on the weekends to Philly and North Carolina to help me out) so I will be here from today (Friday) until Monday, when I depart for PR to organize for Barack.
If you know anyone (friends, family, etc.) who lives in PR (near San Juan where I will be based) and who would like to join us to change the usual politics, please forward my email to them.
Until further notice, the best way to reach me is at:
HRivera@BarackObama.com
On a side note, many have emailed or called me to ask if I was still running for City Council in 2009 and my response has been clear and consistent: YES I am running. However, I must focus my efforts in making sure that we have a
President who understands the challenges our people face and offers the best solutions. I am personally tired of having politicians who care about us when election comes around and then do whatever they want when in office.
Clearly, it's time for a change we can believe in here in the Bronx and in the country.
I will be in touch and thank you for continued support.
From: United States
Mr.Barack Obama has no agenda for the American people that will constitude real change. The troops in Irack connot be brought back just like and if any U.S. president takes the steps to do so it will destroyed the chances of a U.S. military base in that region of the world. The idea is to have and keep a military present in Irack so as to keep in check such countries as Iran and other hostile nations to the U.S. and its allays. The economic as it stand and all the factors involved that are affecting it can't be approached by one individual ideas with no previous experience on a global basis. What changes are they talking about, I have no idea. What I do know is that cause a women is running for president and that women is an ex-first lady, is having psychological effects on people. This is more of an emotional democratic election than picking base on years of experience. Mr. Cinton had a good record as far as his presidency is was concerned but again people are not looking at that.
From: United States
Mr Vargas: what about the current administration (Bush-Chenney) have destroyed the american foundation as a society, debt is staggering and the US is owed by China almost 100%.
45% of the money collected from taxes is being funneled to Irak ,while the oil prices go up the Bush Administration want to blame the middle east countries instead of blaming the oil companies for getting richer abusing the general population.
There is not real treat from terrorism in the way this goverment want to scare the peple, Where are the so called WMD'S (LIES LIES LIES), if You go any bookstore in the US EX: Borders or Barnes and Noble, You will find so many books telling people all lies and false information that this corrupted, crooked and devil goverment has made up to control the planet.
The best part is the Israel Lobby group that is base in Washington, DC and which have a dark agenda against the middle east.
So much wrong information to the public is really negative and devilish.
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
Dear Haile I am sorry to inform you that" Indiana Clinton from the Temple of Doom" is going to beat the partially white guy like a red headed step child or as they say an Iraqui prisoner or as they say a drum or a baby seal...this will lend further embarrassment on Obama...they can call those people in West Virginia red necks...But what do you call 3 and a half million Latinos?
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
as Gertrude Stein was famously misquoted about the little town of Oakland Ca............................"There is no There There " is exactly what many people are saying about Obama.....Is he just another phony politician in a shiny suit?
From: United States
Haile Selassie...Romero,as a Dominican american,I ll not vote for Obama, because your first name gave me a weird feeling.
From: United States
Haile, I went to a bar in Philly in 1987 in a black neigborhood ,they would not serve me,theysay many,many racist remarks,i didnt have the chance to tell them that i was a minority.from that day on i stay with the people who don t discriminate me.
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
Excellent !
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
It is always best to be among friends life has to be faced with gusto and humility...... no point in isolating yourself.....Remember just because people dont understand your point of view...is no reason to treat them with hate....Isolation and sepratism is a dead end....Remember it is even possible you and I could become friends...but I would still have to be with my mischief and so would you
From: United States
Racism exist everywhere in US, abroad and even in DR. So your experience on racism is really irrelevant when you consider that Hispanics too reserve racist and prejudicial sentiments towards blacks, Meztizos, Mulattos etc.
On another note, if someone thinks That Bush Administration and their cronies deserves another chance, well apparently you must be in denial, incoherent or perhaps smoking crack or just plain stupid with a CAPITAL S. I'd prefer to take my chances with Obama or Clinton, or Ron Paul for that Matter.
Yes Obama years of experience may be questionable to a degree, but you can bet that all the experience in the world does not result in the best decisions. A leader represent the following traits Knowledge, Tact, Justice, JUDGMENT, Enthusiasm, Endurance, Decisiveness, Discipline, Initiative INTEGRITY, Courage, Loyalty, Unselfishness, and Bearing.
From: United States
BUSH had a governorship with substantial experience, and what has he done to improve the U.S. on a national and Global scale?
SQUAT!
Obama's change is not just a change in ideology and politics, but a physical and psychological change. We need to clean up the house. This means, not just wash the dishes and clean the floors but throw everything out the door, to the trash and start anew. Keep only the fixtures (perhaps just one or two) the foundation and the Roof. Everything else must go.
Pa Fuera!
Pa La Calle!
Que no hay cama pa tanta Jente!
From: United States
Ladronazo i do not agree with you . by the way the proper spanish is LADRONASO.
From: United States
Yes I am aware about the spelling and unfortunately this is an error I have not
given much time to correct. Its a reminder to be careful when drinking and surfing.
Regarding your comment, what is it that you disagree with? Please expound if you will.
Written by: juliony, 19 May 2008 6:09 PM
From: United States, New YOrk
Ladronazo, As a New York I voted for Hillary but in November. I have no other choice than to pick McCain.. Obama is too young and without experience... god help us.
From: United States
Your argument is much the same as many. But I find no evidence that gives light to the paucity of Obama's political experience. I believe this can be seen in the verdure of his statements or answers highlighted by the media. Statements and answers which too often are a reflection of the reality and not the political correctness or embellishments that we have become accustomed to hearing and seeing.
Hillary would have been a good candidate but unlike Obama, I and many find her abrasive and polarizing. Though his fervor does not parallel hers, his freshness, his charisma, appeal and his ability to convey his message and idea with clarity, eloquence and control is a quality than can only work for him while in the Oval office. Mind you, these qualities are some of the same qualities and attributes that Bill Clinton possessed. No president make decisions on his own. So I'm sure he will have plenty of advisers to guide and advise him, just as others have done.
From: United States
On another note, McCain would have been a viable candidate for my vote in 2004. But we are in a new era and times are very different from just four years ago. Drastically different. Because the dire state of our economics and politics, I and many feel, it is time for a complete overhaul of our politics, politicians, and mindset.
Finally , McCain is just another George Bush, just packaged differently.
Written by: zak325, 20 May 2008 5:46 PM
From: United States
It seems many people, including Hispanics, fear an Obama presidency. This fear is based on many beliefs, I'll address the most prevalent one first, that other "minorities" will be held back while a "Black" president promotes his own people first. I have heard this from Asians, Hispanics and even Anglo-Americans (white). The very idea that a Black president could, even if he wanted to, advance "his" people over the rest of the U.S. population is immpossible. A U.S. president does not have imperial powers to give out money to favorite groups and programs. He cannot appoint any one he feels who will follows his orders to important positions, there's a process for this.Other groups will no more be second class citizens with a Black president than they are today.
Those who question Barak Obama's experiance are mostly using this as a smoke screen. A President has a cabinate, he cannot make ill advised decisions, unless those around him are also ill informed. Change means a new approach.
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
He better pick Sam Nunn for a running mate ........ he is the most respected democrat with foreign policy and military affairs experience ....He cant get away with 2 liberals on the ticket
From: United States, New York City
The boomers have had their chance; thanks for the memories and the wacky sixties, but enough is enough. Moreover for another Clinton to take office makes us no better than the worst banana republic with a couple of families trading the executive power like nobles and kings.
Obama was educated at our finest institutions and by all accounts is a skilled diplomat, orator, and organizer. After the Cheney administration what we least need is a strong executive; at least all the remaining candidates are senators and not governors. Of the three Obama is least likely to be a unitary executive type and most likely to be a consensus-builder as a President is meant to be. Presidents, again, are not meant to be nobles or kings.
As for McCain the maverick Manchurian candidate ...I'm amazed at the folly of the Republicans in letting this guy win. Either Clinton or Obama, or even Kermit the Frog, could whip this guy something fierce come November.
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
as said before lets hope the partially white guy chooses somebody that knows something for a running mate Sam Nunn would be excellent good experience in defense and Foreign affairs....Obama is an empty suit but a good politico in a shiny suit
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
AND YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT ABOUT THE BOOMERS ...they blew it ...the self indulgent losers that they are
From: United States
Well he has done a pretty good job running his campaign. He has also come this far with more money raised than the Clintons. He has moved and mobilized more people to register and vote than anyone in a very, very, long time.
So he must be doing something right. But the nay-sayers still disqualify him, by saying he lacks experience.
Bush had experience as a governor. Either he was to stupid to use his experience or too stupid to listen to the truth.
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
David Axelrod runs his campaign give credit where credit is due...He gives a good speech ...but nobody is fainting anymore....and been shown to be disingenuous on occasion but what politico is not diingenuous...
From: United States, New York City
Well if you want to credit his campaign mgmt for his success it still shows Obama has proper organizing skill, which is the real skill we need for the next four years. The truth is that the CEOs of the Fortune100 are all more experienced and technically skilled men than any president. "Politics" is not really a skill in the sense of real CEOs, it is a cunning sense of manipulating/directing ppl that you have or you don't. Political skill is creating perceptions and managing diplomacy amongst different interests, and no one can argue Obama lacks in either of these realms; he is such a good speaker/perceptionist that some try to claim it is a negative, and he comes from Chicago interest politics. The man is the perfect product of his times and this is why I think he'll crush the anachronism that is McCain if he can only finish grappling with Clinton, who has shown herself to be a perfectly selfish example of her boomer times.
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
you got a good argument there...you are right.... probably even Kermit would win unfortunately
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
and Indiana Clinton From the Temple of Doom has gained my grudging respect ....she is no dummy by far...Her end game will be clever
Written by: jeffreyb, 25 May 2008 7:18 PM
From: United States
Haile good luck during your electoral run......however after listen to the democratic contenders lie,cheat and sound like politicians from developing nations....my vote goes to the only reasonable person...Mc Cain...
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
Hillary beats Obama like Iraqui prisoner .....will read the headlines
From: United States
Politicians say what people want to hear and people like for politicians to fight each other in their names. Talking elogantly with words sounding like sweet music to our ears is not the true realities of our cost of living. Talking that cause so and so is black you will get a better job tomorrow is wishful thinking but out of reality: thinking that a women in the white house will open a women to a better and higher pay just like that is also wishful thinking but out of realities. Though these things can take place just the same in its due time, people are expected to fight for their rights cause no politicians is going to just give them to the people but they will take the credits. So when a politician talks of change one must seriously asked -- What Changes? Just the same people want to be let so leaders are developed to lead people, not always in the right directions.
Written by: VladGCP, 25 May 2008 10:28 PM
From: United States
HectorVargas,
Former Pres. Clinton inherited a bubble economy that was formed after Pres. Reagan left the presidency 4 years prior. He did absolutely nothing but let companies outsouce labor which slowly began choking the US economy.
It is clear that Obama's politics will be different. Thus, changing DC politics. For example Obama had a big oportunity this weekend to hammer Clinton about her statements about RFK when she was asked why doesn't she leave the primary. Obama chose the higher road.
Written by: VladGCP, 26 May 2008 12:49 AM
From: United States
Colonial,
I don't think of Enron and rolling black-outs in California a rebounding economy.
get your head out of your ass. Just because these things happened during Retard W. Bush's era
doesn't mean that the pieces were not put into place by the Clinton administration.
Written by: VladGCP, 26 May 2008 1:06 AM
From: United States
Colonial,
You're a cyber bully that wants to call people names.
You say nothing with substance to back up your point.
I don't scoop down to that level.
Peace!
I didn't forget Bush the first.
I said "4 years prior," I simply didn't say his name.
-"Impale myslef..." very clever, I never heard that one before. :)
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
your a democrat who cant take a joke and you forgot Bush 1....so go impale yourself Vlad
From: United States
Many will argue and criticize Obama's stance on change. Much of the criticism is targeted at what some would categorize as his lack of substance or inability to define “change” in a precise, lucid and tangible manner. For those who argue and criticize I say this.
Drastic decisions in ones life are not always made on pure and perfect information. The idea or premise of change is a state and condition which one must adopt and take ownership. Ownership, I think he and many have taken.
I myself once criticized Obama's lack of substances and his inability to elucidate on how he plans to change our current state.
From: United States
(cont.)
But when I sit and analyze our current state; who and how we were brought here; when I think about the divisiveness of our country; when I think about a president who has the lowest approval ratings in history 36-38% and the reasons why; when I think about an administration that has failed to cede or capitulate to the will of the people by hiding and distorting facts and information; an administration who has been in stubbornly pure denial and unwilling to admit and accept failure or acknowledgment of failure; when I think about all those who have lost lives and family for the sake of one mans capricious endeavor; when I think in retrospect of all that has been attributed to this pitiful excuse of human existence, rather than pledge a vote to mediocrity and a grandiose delusional administration, it will be better to flirt with curiosity and opportunity, than to entertain flirting with a confirmed group of inept and incompetent simian fools.
From: Afghanistan, BAF
I think Mr. Bush has done as fine a Job as any of you geniuses. FDR was hated in the press durring WWII . Do you have any idea what Lincolns' approval #s would be durring the civil war. America doesn't like sacrificing her sons But we're killing more of them than they are us so let's not give up now. Al gore would have immediatly surrendered to the Arabs and given them the east coast for their woman beating child raping cults to spread, And I'm sure after Barak Osama takes the oath of office by swearing on a Quran he'll sell Iran Nuclear missiles to make good on their hateful threats , What we need is gumption and fire power to put these bas*rds in their place not some one to "give in , give up and go home"...hey a new slogan for the Dems in '08
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
Pappy I agree with much of what you say and we can only hope for the best but I think the democrats as hollow as they are could get Kermit elected this time
From: United States
pappabowie, 14 Jun 2008 12:20 PM:
"I think Mr. Bush has done as fine a Job as any of you geniuses."
Another blooming mooncalf in denial. I dont' see how one can equally compare Lincoln and Bush considering the stark contrast in society and the many different societal factors. This is really an idiotic statement. Anyone with any G2 or a photon of intelligence would have to consider the society of that era. It is indicative of the moronic substance of American Voters that elected an idiot not once , but twice.
Start knowing! If you are going to compare and contrast ,state real significant facts that are going to give credence to your argument.
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
the choices were ...Ozone Al Gore and Wishy Washy Kerry....those two losers were the significant facts
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
before that it was" Mikey in the funny hat " Dukakis and" blow job" Bubba Clinton
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
And this time they could get Kermit the Frog elected but they are still pathetic liberal losers
From: Afghanistan, BAF
Mooncalf ?
From: United States, New York City
As bad as the comparison to Lincoln is any imagination of parallels between WWII and the present situation are even stranger. Whichever way you feel about the conflicts in Afghanistan or Iraq it is quite a stretch to compare them to WWII...one was a global war between industrialized militaries, while today we have a police action/guerrilla war. Totally different scenaios.
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
thank you Manhattan....and the difference between Viet Nam and Iraq/Afghanistan is.....THE VIET CONG DID NOT WANT TO FOLLOW US HOME
From: United States, California, San Francisco, Treasure Island
Haile ...I hope you do as good a job for Obama as you did in Puerto Rico.....Where Hillary beat him like an Iraqi prisoner she beat him like a baby seal she beat him like a drum......What happened ?Did you go to the beach ?Go shopping at Plaza Las Americas ?Go visiting at El Yunque ? the museum in Ponce ? what happened ?
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45% of the money collected from taxes is being funneled to Irak ,while the oil prices go up the Bush Administration want to blame the middle east countries instead of blaming the oil companies for getting richer abusing the general population.
There is not real treat from terrorism in the way this goverment want to scare the peple, Where are the so called WMD'S (LIES LIES LIES), if You go any bookstore in the US EX: Borders or Barnes and Noble, You will find so many books telling people all lies and false information that this corrupted, crooked and devil goverment has made up to control the planet.
The best part is the Israel Lobby group that is base in Washington, DC and which have a dark agenda against the middle east.
So much wrong information to the public is really negative and devilish.
On another note, if someone thinks That Bush Administration and their cronies deserves another chance, well apparently you must be in denial, incoherent or perhaps smoking crack or just plain stupid with a CAPITAL S. I'd prefer to take my chances with Obama or Clinton, or Ron Paul for that Matter.
Yes Obama years of experience may be questionable to a degree, but you can bet that all the experience in the world does not result in the best decisions. A leader represent the following traits Knowledge, Tact, Justice, JUDGMENT, Enthusiasm, Endurance, Decisiveness, Discipline, Initiative INTEGRITY, Courage, Loyalty, Unselfishness, and Bearing.
SQUAT!
Obama's change is not just a change in ideology and politics, but a physical and psychological change. We need to clean up the house. This means, not just wash the dishes and clean the floors but throw everything out the door, to the trash and start anew. Keep only the fixtures (perhaps just one or two) the foundation and the Roof. Everything else must go.
Pa Fuera!
Pa La Calle!
Que no hay cama pa tanta Jente!
given much time to correct. Its a reminder to be careful when drinking and surfing.
Regarding your comment, what is it that you disagree with? Please expound if you will.
Hillary would have been a good candidate but unlike Obama, I and many find her abrasive and polarizing. Though his fervor does not parallel hers, his freshness, his charisma, appeal and his ability to convey his message and idea with clarity, eloquence and control is a quality than can only work for him while in the Oval office. Mind you, these qualities are some of the same qualities and attributes that Bill Clinton possessed. No president make decisions on his own. So I'm sure he will have plenty of advisers to guide and advise him, just as others have done.
Finally , McCain is just another George Bush, just packaged differently.
Those who question Barak Obama's experiance are mostly using this as a smoke screen. A President has a cabinate, he cannot make ill advised decisions, unless those around him are also ill informed. Change means a new approach.
Obama was educated at our finest institutions and by all accounts is a skilled diplomat, orator, and organizer. After the Cheney administration what we least need is a strong executive; at least all the remaining candidates are senators and not governors. Of the three Obama is least likely to be a unitary executive type and most likely to be a consensus-builder as a President is meant to be. Presidents, again, are not meant to be nobles or kings.
As for McCain the maverick Manchurian candidate ...I'm amazed at the folly of the Republicans in letting this guy win. Either Clinton or Obama, or even Kermit the Frog, could whip this guy something fierce come November.
So he must be doing something right. But the nay-sayers still disqualify him, by saying he lacks experience.
Bush had experience as a governor. Either he was to stupid to use his experience or too stupid to listen to the truth.
Former Pres. Clinton inherited a bubble economy that was formed after Pres. Reagan left the presidency 4 years prior. He did absolutely nothing but let companies outsouce labor which slowly began choking the US economy.
It is clear that Obama's politics will be different. Thus, changing DC politics. For example Obama had a big oportunity this weekend to hammer Clinton about her statements about RFK when she was asked why doesn't she leave the primary. Obama chose the higher road.
I don't think of Enron and rolling black-outs in California a rebounding economy.
get your head out of your ass. Just because these things happened during Retard W. Bush's era
doesn't mean that the pieces were not put into place by the Clinton administration.
You're a cyber bully that wants to call people names.
You say nothing with substance to back up your point.
I don't scoop down to that level.
Peace!
I didn't forget Bush the first.
I said "4 years prior," I simply didn't say his name.
-"Impale myslef..." very clever, I never heard that one before. :)
Drastic decisions in ones life are not always made on pure and perfect information. The idea or premise of change is a state and condition which one must adopt and take ownership. Ownership, I think he and many have taken.
I myself once criticized Obama's lack of substances and his inability to elucidate on how he plans to change our current state.
But when I sit and analyze our current state; who and how we were brought here; when I think about the divisiveness of our country; when I think about a president who has the lowest approval ratings in history 36-38% and the reasons why; when I think about an administration that has failed to cede or capitulate to the will of the people by hiding and distorting facts and information; an administration who has been in stubbornly pure denial and unwilling to admit and accept failure or acknowledgment of failure; when I think about all those who have lost lives and family for the sake of one mans capricious endeavor; when I think in retrospect of all that has been attributed to this pitiful excuse of human existence, rather than pledge a vote to mediocrity and a grandiose delusional administration, it will be better to flirt with curiosity and opportunity, than to entertain flirting with a confirmed group of inept and incompetent simian fools.
"I think Mr. Bush has done as fine a Job as any of you geniuses."
Another blooming mooncalf in denial. I dont' see how one can equally compare Lincoln and Bush considering the stark contrast in society and the many different societal factors. This is really an idiotic statement. Anyone with any G2 or a photon of intelligence would have to consider the society of that era. It is indicative of the moronic substance of American Voters that elected an idiot not once , but twice.
Start knowing! If you are going to compare and contrast ,state real significant facts that are going to give credence to your argument.