Obama fundraiser at George Kaiser's home?

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http://www.tulsaworld.com/news/article.aspx?articleID=070319_1_BR1_Democ85858&breadcrumb=Breaking%20News

Barack Obama visits Tulsa
By Staff Reports
3/19/2007  2:43 PM

Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama surprised the staff of Tulsa's Educare Center, 2511 E. Fifth Place, with a surprise visit on Monday.

Obama was in Tulsa for a private fundraiser.

"I've been a big proponent of early childhood education for some time," said Obama. "I'm extremely pleased and proud of Oklahoma for the ground-breaking work that's being done here."

Obama's campaign had kept his stop at the Educare Center so quiet only a two staff members of the staff knew he was coming.

Those two, Co-Director Carol Rowland and Associate Director of Early Childhood Education Lyn Lucas, were sworn to secrecy.

"We didn't find out until Friday, and we were told not to tell anyone," said Rowland.

Obama strolled through the center, asking questions of the staff and peeking into rooms where children were stretched out for early afternoon naps.

"Can I have a mat, too?" he said at one point.

After the private fundraiser at the home of George Kaiser, Obama was scheduled to travel on to Oklahoma City for a public rally, a fundraiser and an appearance on Larry King Live.

[deinstein]

Kaiser knows what's up.

That's pretty cool he stopped by over there, maybe he should do it on the days I get deliveries over there. I'd love to bump into the next President.

[Conan71]

I still think Richardson is the best candidate offered by the Democrats so far.  I read in the paper he had a fundraiser in OKC over the weekend.

Maybe I'm just paying closer attention to Richardson and understand exactly what it is he stands for.

[Double A]

Obamania stormed through Tulsa. Senator Obama might be able to place second in Oklahoma if he continues to visit the state prior to the primary. I love the youtube Hillary video, BTW.




The state of education in New Mexico makes Oklahoma look ivy league. Richardson will be out of the race before the Oklahoma primary.

[Cubs]

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[USRufnex]

Actually, Alan Keyes is the anti-christ...

http://www.renewamerica.us/archives/speeches/05_04_08war_on_faith.htm

quote:The President of the United States is the supreme executive authority in America. Is that phrase used in the Constitution? We know it's true, but it's not there. But in Florida, it is. The supreme executive power shall be vested in a governor, it says.

Now, let's use our common sense here. Supreme--what does this mean? "Higher than this, there is nothing," in terms of executive power within the state of Florida. Right?

So, if the governor of the state of Florida goes into a situation and says to a county sheriff, "Get out of my way," does the county sheriff have, from any source whatsoever, constitutionally, the executive power to say "no" to the governor? I think it's pretty obvious you can't be the supreme executive power if there is somebody higher than you. That's not possible.

So, the notion that Jeb Bush did not have the power to go to Pinellas County, walk through the door, and, if he had to do it, reinsert [Terri's feeding tube] himself (and his representatives vested with his delegated authority would have had the same thing)--that is palpably absurd.

But it's more than absurd. It's dangerous.

[Ibanez]

quote:Originally posted by deinstein

Kaiser knows what's up.

That's pretty cool he stopped by over there, maybe he should do it on the days I get deliveries over there. I'd love to bump into the next President.

The next President? I didn't see the article mention that John McCain was there.

[Ibanez]

quote:Originally posted by Conan71

I still think Richardson is the best candidate offered by the Democrats so far.  I read in the paper he had a fundraiser in OKC over the weekend.

Maybe I'm just paying closer attention to Richardson and understand exactly what it is he stands for.

Yes, Richardson is the best candidate the Dems have running at this time. I've said from the beginning that I, as a Republican, would have no problem voting for him.

[Conan71]

Richardson is 1/2 Hispanic and has a tough view on illegal immigration and the southern borders.  His economic policies have worked in NM, he's been a part of the diplomatic corps, a U.S. rep, Governor, and head of the U.S. DOE.

He's got a good pedigree for leadership, is very charismatic, but lacks the "rock star" factor that Obama has and the entitlement that Hillary feels she has for the WH.

I've given consideration to changing party affiliation prior to the primaries so I could vote for Richardson.  Oklahoma GOP's I think will choose Giulliani hands-down.  If it came down to Richardson vs. Giulliani, I might well vote for Richardson.  

Unfortunately, I think he's being largely ignored in the media and therefore has much less voter awareness amongst the Democrats.

[Double A]

quote:Originally posted by Conan71

Richardson is 1/2 Hispanic and has a tough view on illegal immigration and the southern borders.  His economic policies have worked in NM, he's been a part of the diplomatic corps, a U.S. rep, Governor, and head of the U.S. DOE.

He's got a good pedigree for leadership, is very charismatic, but lacks the "rock star" factor that Obama has and the entitlement that Hillary feels she has for the WH.

I've given consideration to changing party affiliation prior to the primaries so I could vote for Richardson.  Oklahoma GOP's I think will choose Giulliani hands-down.  If it came down to Richardson vs. Giulliani, I might well vote for Richardson.  

Unfortunately, I think he's being largely ignored in the media and therefore has much less voter awareness amongst the Democrats.

You better check you're facts:

Richardson Speaks Against Border Fence

By JENNIFER TALHELM
The Associated Press
Wednesday, December 6, 2006; 8:46 PM

WASHINGTON -- New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson says a fence at the Mexican border authorized by Congress this fall "gets in the way" of U.S.-Mexico relations, and he wants the new Democratic Congress to reverse the legislation.

"The fence is very unpopular on the border in Texas and New Mexico, in Chihuahua," Richardson, a Democrat, said after meeting Wednesday with leaders from the Mexican state of Chihuahua. "So one of the most significant and constructive acts the U.S. Congress should take is to get rid of it."

Richardson said he will call on Congress not to build the fence during an address Thursday. He also will press lawmakers to approve a bill that secures the border and provides a path to citizenship for illegal immigrants. While Congress and President Bush approved the 700-mile border fence, a widely debated bill overhauling immigration policy died in Congress this year.

Open borders and amnesty? Yeah, he's real tough on immigration, alright. The Republicans love this guy because he is a guaranteed loser. Richardson wouldn't even debate his opponent in the last Governor election, but he has what it takes to be president? What a joke.

[Conan71]

Tulsa World 3/19/07:

He also believes the federal government has abdicated its responsibility for dealing with illegal immigration.

He said the nation needs to increase border security, add more border patrol agents and beef up the use of technology. In addition, Mexico must do more to reduce the flow of illegal immigrants to the United States. Third, the U.S. needs to punish those who knowingly hire illegal workers. Finally, the nation needs a legalization program for the 12 million who already are here, Richardson said.

"I don't know how popular that is," said Richardson, the son of a California man and Hispanic woman. "But I believe it is the right thing to do. Not amnesty. Not any kind of automatic citizenship, but a process if they speak English, if they pay back taxes, embrace American values. If they can also pass a background check and don't get ahead of those that are trying to come here legally, that they can stay in this country."

http://www.tulsaworld.com/news/article.aspx?articleID=070319_1_A13_pOKLA58616&breadcrumb=government

[deinstein]

quote:Originally posted by wavoka

quote:Originally posted by deinstein

Kaiser knows what's up.

That's pretty cool he stopped by over there, maybe he should do it on the days I get deliveries over there. I'd love to bump into the next President.

The next President? I didn't see the article mention that John McCain was there.

Has John McCain even made his mind up if he's running yet?

Get it, get it...

[}:)]

[deinstein]

quote:Originally posted by wavoka

quote:Originally posted by Conan71

I still think Richardson is the best candidate offered by the Democrats so far.  I read in the paper he had a fundraiser in OKC over the weekend.

Maybe I'm just paying closer attention to Richardson and understand exactly what it is he stands for.

Yes, Richardson is the best candidate the Dems have running at this time. I've said from the beginning that I, as a Republican, would have no problem voting for him.

If Bill Richardson is your man...who else would you like on the ticket? Does Obama/Richardson impress you? Just curious on a Republican opinion.

[Conan71]

quote:Originally posted by deinstein

quote:Originally posted by wavoka

quote:Originally posted by Conan71

I still think Richardson is the best candidate offered by the Democrats so far.  I read in the paper he had a fundraiser in OKC over the weekend.

Maybe I'm just paying closer attention to Richardson and understand exactly what it is he stands for.

Yes, Richardson is the best candidate the Dems have running at this time. I've said from the beginning that I, as a Republican, would have no problem voting for him.

If Bill Richardson is your man...who else would you like on the ticket? Does Obama/Richardson impress you? Just curious on a Republican opinion.

Obama/Richardson or Richardson/Obama?

From a demographic stand-point, Obama is a great candidate:  young, articulate, handsome, minority.  I think he could mobilize the largest bloc of black voters in history.  

From an experience stand-point I don't think he's ready to be the next prez.  If the Dems just want to win the White House and aren't concerned about great leadership, I think Obama is perfect.  I believe the Democrats think he would be a great puppet to push their whole agenda.  So far with the media attention and his fund-raising, I see him as the odds-on favorite for the Democratic nomination.  

I think Hillary might be in for a big surprise in the early primaries.  She's too polarizing a figure and I don't think she's willing to play second fiddle to a male candidate.  It's all or nothing for her.  

Honestly out of all the candidates (who are "officially" running), she has the best insight into the inner-workings of the White House.  One reason I don't like her is I'm not sure she has any personal convictions.  She seems to follow what the polls are showing she should believe.  Being a leader means you sometimes have to buck what public opinion says to do what is right or in the best interests.

If the Dems want a good leader, Richardson is their man.  Keep in mind, Richardson could mobilize a lot of the Hispanic vote.  I'd be okay with Richardson/Obama or Richardson/Edwards.

FWIW, for someone who isn't planning to run in '08, Algore sure has been seeking out as much free publicity as he can with his environmental ideals.

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