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All I can say is, "Preach, Brotha!" I stopped reading Hutchinson over a year ago because he has nothing insightful to say. Thank you!

And, I all my go on with the truth Mr Winbush, these trifling anti-Obama, who Earl seems to hate as much as the CBC and Tavis Smiley, need the pat on the back from the white folks for a paycheck blacks like Earl, are just one hot mess.

Even though I dont agree with the conclusions Earl made in his swipe at Obama's father's day speech, I still think Earl's argument was by far better constructed that this one. This reaction is just dull, although I still believe it's conclusion is true that Earl has deep seated machanic biases in his view of the black world.

Jeff you obviously don't get the drift of what Earl is saying. Like any writer, we are not always going to agree with everything the writer says. However there has been documented facts to what Earl has written about. For example, during the campaign, Obama said that he would pull the troops out of Iraq and end the war. Now Obama is saying that he will end the war in a protracted way. He will consult the Joint Chiefs Of Staff, and leaders on the ground. Obama is being accussed of "flip-flopping." In essence he has, but that is just the nature of the beast. If are going to be a politican, be ready to "modify" your views. Don't be so quick to rush to judgement, Jeff. The brother has something to say and he is saying it.

Pedro, I think I understand Mr. Hutchinson quite well. You are absolutely right that writers don't always agree with each other. I'm just pointing out that his dislike of Barack Obama is rather pronounced and to deny it is there is to deny the fact. As regards Obama's supposed "flip-flopping" (a catchphrase that is really becoming tired), every politician that has a brain doesn't paint themselves into a corner. Obama is simply insulating himself from the "cut and run" charge the Republicans will make against him. No rushes to judgment here, Mr. Baez. I also have something to say and this brother is disagreeing with the other brother. That's all.

Jeff Winbush comments, "As regards Obama's supposed 'flip-flopping'...."

This is not a "supposed" issue; Obama is flip-flopping like a wet fish on hot dirt. Obama is not simply talking out of both sides of his mouth, Obama is talking out of both sides of his mouth, through his nose along with blowing smoke from his rear and both ears.

All politicians flip-flop. There are no exceptions. However, when a politician performs an about-face on critical core issues, this becomes highly problematic and tends to lose votes for a politician. Popularity of Obama is waning, he is losing ground per polls.

Obama is exemplifying for me he cannot be trusted any farther than you can flick a sticky booger.

Early on, Obama taunted his "change" policy, his breaking away from old school politics. Today, we know, with great annoyance, Obama is simply another pandering lying politician whose only intent is to satiate his ego. His boasting of "change we can believe in" is a core issue, is his party platform foundation. Now we know Obama was and is simply lying through his teeth like all other politicians. Obama is not offering change, Obama is offering the same old political game, "say anything to become elected."

McCain has and is flip-flopping. However, McCain is sticking to his promised core issues; his centrist conservative agenda. Yes, McCain, like Obama, needs to incorporate some changes in response to voter demands. However, McCain is sticking to his core party platform foundation. McCain is exemplifying he can be trusted. Obama is exemplifying he cannot be trusted.

McCain sends a message he is in this race because he truly wants betterment for America. Obama sends a message he is in this race to masturbate his ego. McCain is willing to speak his mind and take risks. Obama is only willing to speak what voters want to hear, with little risk taking.

Many years back, McCain attended a closed meeting with Sandinista rebels. One of those rebels so annoyed McCain he grabbed this rebel by his shirt front and lifted the man out of his chair, then McCain verbally assaulted the man. Some may disagree with this but I find this very refreshing; McCain is tough, is presidential material.

Obama is far too sissified to attempt sending such a strong message.

McCain is known for yelling "f-word you!" at other Capital Hill politicians. I like this. McCain refers to some as "jerks" and "assholes." I also like this.

Obama, not a chance. Obama will only orate and annoy by not ever taking a risky firm stance.

There is a distinct difference between Obama and McCain related to flip-flopping. Obama is a sissy, is fearful to take an assertive stance, is quick to surrender. Obama is a spin doctor who had not kept a single word of his. McCain is a Rambo who keeps his word and is willing to take on risks.

Obama is a wet-behind-the-ears fish on hot dirt flip-flopping like crazy. McCain leaps up from the waters, flips over, but always splashes back into his conservative waters.

There is valid reason to dislike Obama; he cannot be trusted, he is a wavering sissy, he surrenders his dignity and America's dignity for the sake of his fragile ego.

Okpulot Taha
Choctaw Nation

I am reading an increasing number of articles discussing Obama supporters expressing outrage with Obama flip-flopping and not maintaining his principle message of "change we can believe in" upon which he built his campaign. Many Obama supporters are turning off to Obama.

Obama promised change and this is what America is getting from him on a daily basis; Obama changes his mind more often than a woman changes her shoes.

Numerous other articles are appearing discussing Obama having to frequently hold secondary subsequent news conferences to explain away his change in position on issues. Obama is more often being challenged about not keeping his word. A good example are these blistering critiques he is suffering because of his sudden change in stance on the war in Iraq. Rather clear Obama is adopting the stance of John McCain. Obama supporters are up in arms about this.

Of equally increasing frequency are articles discussing annoyance with Obama never really saying much of anything. Obama provides flowery speeches but never discusses meat and potatoes. To me, Obama comes across as a "Who's On First" comedy routine by Abbott and Costello.

Strikes me Earl Hutchinson is right, Obama should be constantly critiqued because none can truly understand what Obama is talking about; Obama talks a lot but never delivers a coherent message.

Rather clear Obama was never on the Harvard debate team; Clinton ripped Obama apart during debate and now Obama is fearful to debate McCain.

Late last year, I supported Obama. Only took a short time and a little bit of research to realize Obama is a double talker and a very poor public speaker. Without a practiced script, without a TelePrompTer, Obama turns into the oracle firm of Stutter, Stammer and Stall. Obama is certainly not the man to take that 3:00 A.M. phone call requiring quick decisive action.

I switched over the Clinton after observing her and researching her. Clinton is quick to move into details and is quick with a knowledgeable response to any issue, planned or surprise. Clinton is a walking encyclopaedia. Clinton has and does stick to her word and she never stammers.

With the Democratic National Committee and our media handing the democratic nomination to Obama as an affirmative action move, I am now with McCain. I do not much agree with McCain but I know McCain keeps his word, even his cuss words.

Obama is flip-flopping so much, is going back on his word so much, is caught in so many lies, his followers are wavering in their support of Obama, are beginning to display anger, even beginning to abandon Obama. Polls are reflecting a slow backslide for Obama, he is certainly losing support. I and many others contribute this directly to Obama not keeping his word.

But the emperor has no clothes!

Obama has fooled himself into believing none will see him for the double talking naked politician he truly is.

Okpulot Taha
Choctaw Nation

AGAIN MORE VENOM FROM PISSY PURL,/p>

I must ask Pissy Purl. Why do you come here with your negativity pulling up bogus articles, and or taking something someone said out of context for your enjoyment of hatred of Senator Obama?

Since your're such a Clinton furburger. Can you prove that neither one her, or Bill has ever flip-flopped? Matter of fact can you prove that any congressman, or woman has not ever flip-flopped? I didn't think so

Your such an evil ass woman. Okay if he loses. Will you please go to hell and burn with all of the other scorned women who McCain will hurt with the right wing justices he will put on the Supreme Court and trust me HE WILL DO SO if he wins

Also, tell me what have Caucasians done so much for American Indians that you're all up in their ass the way you are

Just a few thoughts

I am tired of the flip flop attacks on Obama. There is not a politician alive today that cannot be accused of flip flopping on issues. I prefer a politician that has the ability to change his mind when faced with obvious situations, regardless of his original belief. Our country wouldn't be in the mess that it's in if our current lead had the ability to flip flop on issues. Refusal to change your belief when faced with a better solution is called stubborn. I prefer a flip flopper over a stubborn fool.

Yes, you are sterotyping. Sure there are baby mamas without fathers involved, but its interesting that we place all the blame on the men when women and girls need to be taught to make better decisions and choices as well. As women, we need to stop being so willing to play the role of passive victim and become better at decision-making. That is not to absolve any deadbeat father of responsibility, but just that the responsiblity should be shared. As men are often reminded, it takes two to make a baby. But more than that, black fathers are an easy target and picking on them is very palatable to the white mainstream. It would have been truly subversive to acknowledge not just the many caring, involved and loving fathers, but also the many, many stepfathers who step in when the biological fathers fall off. I know several black men who have taken on children that weren't "theirs" and yet their story is never told. I think that was the point Earl Hutchinson was trying to make. As far as Obama, the deification of the man is a bit much. Some people don't like him! That should be OK. We're a little naive as black folks in thinking that he's Jesus Christ, Buddah, the Pope, W.E.B. DuBois and Abraham Lincoln all in one. Either you support him wholeheartedly and unquestioningly or face the censure of your fellow black folks. Please. He's a man and a politician at that. He's going to do what they do.