Let's talk politics, presidential race

[pamela]

That's a very interesting quiz result. I wonder how it would change if it were to factor in running mates (once we know who Obama is going with, since it might not be Biden).

[Dusky]

I know who my top choice is but they're not going to win. Between the top contenders I'm still undecided.

[Deleted]

I know who I'll support, and I don't think you're the only one having a hard time deciding. Do you have a link to the quiz you took?

[Deleted]

I was 80% something for Obama and 20% something for Romney in the quiz I took. I was actually also 80% something for the Green candidate (Jill Stein) as well. Shocking that I'd have a lot in common with a female, Jewish doctor from MA.

[cajunmom]

Yes, I know who I'm voting for. Without a doubt.

[315bride]

I am basically a two-issue voter. Sounds stupid but those that are the two things on which I absolutely cannot compromise. These candidates made it super easy for me to make my decision.

[Deleted]

Aug 20, 2012 9:11:24 GMT -5 carrotsmakemefat said:

Aug 20, 2012 9:10:09 GMT -5 swizzlestx said:

I thought they said he was for sure going with Biden? Pretty sure I heard that on CNN late last week.

I heard he wanted Clinton and she said "hell no" because she doesn't want to be associated with him and ruin any chances she has for her own bid in 4 years.

oh that would make my year if she ran again. I heard a while back she wasn't interested in the presidency but I hope I hope I hope.

[krystee]

Yes, I will be voting for Obama.

[315bride]

Aug 20, 2012 9:17:03 GMT -5 carrotsmakemefat said:

Aug 20, 2012 9:12:32 GMT -5 @315bride said:

I am basically a two-issue voter. Sounds stupid but those that are the two things on which I absolutely cannot compromise. These candidates made it super easy for me to make my decision.

See, my issue is that I side with Dems on social/women's issue (minus one or two smaller things), and Republicans on finances, military, foreign, etc.

It sucks. It's like I have to CHOOSE which issue is more important to me at the time.

No, I definitely hear you on that one. For me, it's a gut reaction to these issues. I guess I also agree to disagree on those things that don't follow my own beliefs.

[Deleted]

I absolutely know who I'm voting for, no question. One candidate supports civil rights, the other wants to continue to violate them. Easy call.

[LoveTrains]

Yes, I definitely know who I am voting for. Not that it makes a difference as I am sure my state will be a landslide in one direction, like it always is.

[ejpint]

I am voting for the candidate that has a track record of supporting civil and women's rights.

[lanyac]

I definitely know who I'm voting for. I basically vote for the same party, because they're less crazy than the other one!

[cookies]

I took the quiz. Wow, I had no idea I was so, very left.

This blind item is about Obama's VP choice. I thought it was interesting.
blindgossip.com/?p=46661

[Deleted]

Yes, I know who I am voting for and thankfully the poll supports it while also showing my great disdain for the other major candidate. At least I'm consistent. LOL

[Awkward]

One candidate is planning to actively work against some programs and policies that have a direct, positive effect on my life. I can't imagine any possible scenarios that would end up changing my vote.

[Deleted]

There is no way they are dumping Biden unless he decides himself to resign.

[Velvetshady]

2008 was a harder decision for me, until VPs were chosen. In order for my vote to change now, my candidates would have to suddenly go completely BSC--like medically bat-shit-crazy. And then I might still vote for them.

[Deleted]

Aug 20, 2012 9:15:41 GMT -5 carrotsmakemefat said:

I took a quiz on www.isidewith.com

My results:

I side with:

86 %, Obama
83% Romney
62%, Jill Stein
56%, Ron Paul

For party:
78% republican
74% Democrat
58% Green
34% Libertarian

How can you be 80% for one and 80% for the other? I'm so confused.

[cajunmom]

Aug 20, 2012 9:21:00 GMT -5 @sessalee said:

One candidate supports civil rights, the other wants to continue to violate them. Easy call.

This is me, in a nutshell. No contest on this one.

[pamela]

Aug 20, 2012 9:36:40 GMT -5 Awkward said:

One candidate is planning to actively work against some programs and policies that have a direct, positive effect on my life. I can't imagine any possible scenarios that would end up changing my vote.

and for me, I'm sure that candidate is the opposite of yours. If Obama hadn't been elected, I might still have my last job.

[LoveTrains]

I just took the quiz - 92% Jill Stein and 81% Obama. I only got 7% for Romney!

[Awkward]

Aug 20, 2012 9:48:12 GMT -5 pamela said:

Aug 20, 2012 9:36:40 GMT -5 Awkward said:

One candidate is planning to actively work against some programs and policies that have a direct, positive effect on my life. I can't imagine any possible scenarios that would end up changing my vote.

and for me, I'm sure that candidate is the opposite of yours. If Obama hadn't been elected, I might still have my last job.

Romney getting elected won't make your job magically reappear.

But I've lurked CE&P enough to know better than to try and engage Pamela on politics.

[pamela]

Aug 20, 2012 9:53:25 GMT -5 Awkward said:

Aug 20, 2012 9:48:12 GMT -5 pamela said:

and for me, I'm sure that candidate is the opposite of yours. If Obama hadn't been elected, I might still have my last job.

Romney getting elected won't make your job magically reappear.

iNot anymore, damage done. Small chance with the right appointments.

[cajunmom]

I got these results:
Obama 93%
Stein 89%
Alexander 78%
Paul 36%
Romney 19%

By Party:


97% Democratic

89% Green

39% Libertarian

16% Republican


If there's anything I'm surprised by with those results is that I side 19% with Romney. I wouldn't vote for him if there was a gun to my head, ESPECIALLY since he chose Ryan for VP.

[Deleted]

I'm a one issue voter pretty much...easy choice for me.

[quickstepstar]

I didn't realize that I was agreeing Obama so much. I though I would have more issues sided with Romney... And I am embarrassed to say that I had no idea who Jill Stein was.

92% Jill Stein
91% Obama
73% Stewart Alexander
25% Ron Paul
21% Mitt Romney

94% Democratic
89% Green
33% Libertarian
13% Republican

[Deleted]

I may actually vote for Jill Stein, depending on how things look in my state. We're pretty blue so I think I'd be ok. I like her way more than I liked Ralph Nader. (and I don't love Obama-- but like hell I'd vote Romney/Ryan)

[Deleted]

I decided on the Dems a long time ago.

I'd like to find a party that gets out of my wallet and out of my vagina.

[Deleted]

Tough to decide between a viable economic plan and social issues this election. But I know where I am going.