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Who will be the next US President? |
Barack Obama |
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G-BYGB Member
Joined: 21 Dec 2006 Posts: 1813 Location: Bangalore/Delhi
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Posted: Sat Sep 01, 2012 3:23 pm Post subject: Will Obama be the US President for 2nd term? |
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Since the US Presedential election is few months away, I'am starting this thread to discuss about who has the chance to become the next US President?
Can Obama make it to the 2nd term? or is it Mitt Romney the right choice for American?
US Presedential elections have been closely watched across the globe. Even in India also it means a lot. From India point of view, the major issue would be the immigration policy.
If Romney was to win, will he improve the trade relations with India.
The important point of discussion will be as a Republican nominee, will Romney's Foreign Policies with the Middle East be to go for a war with Iran and Syria. He has stated that if he becomes the US President, he would 1st visit Isreal and support them for an attack on Iran's nuclear arsenal.
Current scene in the US is that there are lots of job loss and the economy is not doing good.
According to you guys will Romney be a better bet than Obama in creating more jobs in the US?
Would like to know from you all.
Cheers. _________________ www.flickr.com/G-BYGB photos |
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Nimish Member
Joined: 16 Dec 2006 Posts: 9757 Location: Bangalore, India
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Posted: Sun Sep 02, 2012 12:15 pm Post subject: |
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Romney seems like a wierdo to me, perhaps it's his Mormom faith that gives me that impression. _________________ We miss you Nalini! |
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PAL@YWG Member
Joined: 22 Dec 2006 Posts: 438 Location: YWG, Canada
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Posted: Tue Sep 04, 2012 12:07 am Post subject: Re: Will Obama be the US President for 2nd term? |
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G-BYGB wrote: | He has stated that if he becomes the US President, he would 1st visit Isreal and support them for an attack on Iran's nuclear arsenal. |
Easy to say and grab attention of diehard Republicans than to actually walk the talk. Haven't we seen that happening with Obama already?
"America doesn't torture" or "I will close Guantanamo if I become president" - well, 4 years down the line, Guantanamo is still holding bad guys and no end in sight. _________________ Tally Sheet:
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airindia787 Member
Joined: 18 Nov 2007 Posts: 770 Location: DAB & ZTF
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Posted: Wed Sep 12, 2012 8:32 am Post subject: Re: Will Obama be the US President for 2nd term? |
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PAL@YWG wrote: | G-BYGB wrote: | He has stated that if he becomes the US President, he would 1st visit Isreal and support them for an attack on Iran's nuclear arsenal. |
Easy to say and grab attention of diehard Republicans than to actually walk the talk. Haven't we seen that happening with Obama already?
"America doesn't torture" or "I will close Guantanamo if I become president" - well, 4 years down the line, Guantanamo is still holding bad guys and no end in sight. |
Agreed. These past few election cycles have been filled with outlandish, unrealistic, and unreasonable promises. Another example is how Romney promised to create 12 million jobs. How, as President, is he going to create 12 million jobs without massive government spending? This would go against how he has campaigned in recent months, opposing big government and excessive spending. _________________ http://openflights.org/user/akumanduri |
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G-BYGB Member
Joined: 21 Dec 2006 Posts: 1813 Location: Bangalore/Delhi
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Posted: Fri Sep 21, 2012 11:13 pm Post subject: |
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The Election campaign from both camps have become more personal than the real issues facing Americans.
The recent burning of the US embassy in Libya has forced these candidates focus on foreign policy and National Security rather than the economy and job creation.
With Mitt Romney criticizing Obama for not taking aggressive stance against the terrorist who did this. _________________ www.flickr.com/G-BYGB photos |
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HAWK21M Member
Joined: 19 Dec 2006 Posts: 8132 Location: Mumbai, INDIA
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Posted: Wed Sep 26, 2012 4:33 pm Post subject: |
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Pity theres no 3rd choice...... _________________ Think of the Brighter side !!! |
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airindia787 Member
Joined: 18 Nov 2007 Posts: 770 Location: DAB & ZTF
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Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 10:31 pm Post subject: |
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HAWK21M wrote: | Pity theres no 3rd choice...... |
Actually there is. Gary Johnson is campaigning on behalf of the Libertarian party. I am sure that some independents may be running. The issue is that they are too small to make any significant difference, especially since states are winner-take-all, meaning that whoever gets the most votes in a state takes all the electoral college votes for that state. _________________ http://openflights.org/user/akumanduri |
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iah87 Member
Joined: 17 Apr 2007 Posts: 2567
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Posted: Mon Oct 01, 2012 11:38 pm Post subject: |
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In the US it is very hard for a 3rd party candidate to win elections due to the electoral college system - which desperately needs reform. Last one who came close was Ross Perot in 1992 elections.
With most states safely either in Obama or Romney's column, they need to campaign in only a few states, no more than 8. Right now Obama is leading in most of these tossup states, so advantage Obama unless he screws up.
On immigration, Obama is sympathetic to illegal immigrants (both visa overstayers and illegal entry), but US Congress controls the agenda and nothing can be done without Congress approval. Romney is taking a more hardline approach to satisfy his party, however he also is generally soft on immigration too. On legal immigration, a proposal to increase the H-1b visas is held up in the US congress (even though both parties support it) and there may be breakthrough after the elections. |
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G-BYGB Member
Joined: 21 Dec 2006 Posts: 1813 Location: Bangalore/Delhi
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Posted: Sat Oct 06, 2012 10:04 pm Post subject: |
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The 1st Presidential debate, held on October 3rd, clearly saw Mitt Romney taking the advantage over Obama. The topic was regarding the American economy.
During this 90 min debate, Mitt Romney stated clearly what are his plans in reviving the economic condition, reduce unemployment and how to provide less expensive healthcare. Romney spoke about cutting tax rates for the Corporates.
Whereas Obama fumbled during the entire debate. I thought he was not at his usual best. He could'nt answer assertively to most of the questions and rebuttals that we were thrown at him by Mitt Romney and the organizer.
Obama spoke about the importance of raising the tax rates and utilising that for medical insurance and for medicare. He said that this move by his government has helped in providing people affordable medicare.
Throughout the whole debate, Obama focused on Middle Class while Mitt Romney was towards Pro-Rich. Mitt Romney stated that inorder for Americans to prosper and improve their skills and achieve goals, there has to be Free enterprise and less intervention from the Government.
I feel this is a closely fought election. At this stage there are no clear winners. Even though Mitt Romney was the clear winner in the 1st debate, still there is a chance for Obama to do well in the remaining 2 debates. Obama being a good debator, he will bounce back.
The performance during the remaining 2 debates will hold the key as to who will get the advantage of voters confidence from key swing states like Ohio, Florida, Pennsylvania, Virginia etc. _________________ www.flickr.com/G-BYGB photos |
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ssbmat Member
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Posted: Wed Oct 10, 2012 8:01 am Post subject: |
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Indian govt has for far too long pandered to the interests of the Democrats. They are full of talk and no action...both Prez and SoS come across as phony when it comes to India.
GOP is more realistic..there is apparently no mention of India in Romneys foreign policy outlook..(the guy doesnt appear to have travelled much anyway)..so they will have a fresh perspective if and when they come to power and actually engage with India. In any case, India should stop cozying up to the US on international political matters and show some spine of its own. |
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G-BYGB Member
Joined: 21 Dec 2006 Posts: 1813 Location: Bangalore/Delhi
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Posted: Thu Nov 01, 2012 1:18 pm Post subject: |
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ssbmat wrote: |
GOP is more realistic..there is apparently no mention of India in Romneys foreign policy outlook..(the guy doesnt appear to have travelled much anyway)..so they will have a fresh perspective if and when they come to power and actually engage with India. In any case, India should stop cozying up to the US on international political matters and show some spine of its own. |
Yes I agree that India stands to benefit if Mitt Romney, a Republican candidate, becomes the next US president. In the Bush era as well India were able to sign the Nuclear deal, outsourcing was possible.
But then the worrying factor is Republicans are conservative when it comes to their National Security. They will go to any extent to protect their borders and their International allies. They are ready to go for a war with Iran, Syria and other regions.
This world cannot afford another war. We have already to seen the amount of financial and human loss that has taken place in Afghanistan and Iraq.
That is why I feel Obama should continue for the next term. _________________ www.flickr.com/G-BYGB photos |
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VictorKilo Member
Joined: 18 Feb 2007 Posts: 252 Location: USA
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Aseem Member
Joined: 15 Dec 2006 Posts: 2841 Location: YYZ
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Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2012 6:54 pm Post subject: |
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A lot depends on how much weight each state brings! _________________ [url=http://openflights.org/user/aseemsjohri]
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vivekman Member
Joined: 26 Dec 2006 Posts: 1897 Location: BOM
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Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 11:05 am Post subject: |
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So, Obama wins...
What will change and what won't?
How will it affect India? _________________ Boeing makes planes. Airbus makes videogames! |
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Jaysit Member
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Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 1:31 pm Post subject: |
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All the "jobs being outsourced to India" election year bluster by both Romney and Obama will go by the wayside, and it will be back to business as usual.
India will continue to be a major ally of the US. |
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G-BYGB Member
Joined: 21 Dec 2006 Posts: 1813 Location: Bangalore/Delhi
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Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 10:52 pm Post subject: |
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This Presidential race is still not over as the counting in the state of Florida is still on. Obama has only 2% lead over Mitt Romney in the popular votes which could decide who will be the US president. _________________ www.flickr.com/G-BYGB photos |
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The_Goat Member
Joined: 03 Mar 2007 Posts: 3260 Location: South of France
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Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 11:36 pm Post subject: |
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HAWK21M wrote: | Pity theres no 3rd choice...... |
That is a sign of a mature democracy. Unlike in some other 'democracies' where every two bit joker can start a political party, get a following and seats in the parliament, leading to a chaotic and indecisive coalition where everyone does nothing useful besides lining his or her pocket.
Two party system, any day! _________________ I don't know which is the more pampered bunch : AI's widebodies (the aunties) or Jet's widebodies (the planes).
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sammyk Member
Joined: 20 Dec 2006 Posts: 2719 Location: Austin, TX
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Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 1:55 am Post subject: |
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G-BYGB wrote: | This Presidential race is still not over as the counting in the state of Florida is still on. Obama has only 2% lead over Mitt Romney in the popular votes which could decide who will be the US president. |
I don't think it matters. Even if Romney got Florida's 29 votes he would still fall short. |
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747-237 Member
Joined: 11 Jun 2007 Posts: 11365 Location: Gordon Gekko's Boardroom
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Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 9:01 am Post subject: |
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Shock, Awe and Disbelief.
_________________ 11000 posts (and counting) on Airliners-India.
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PAL@YWG Member
Joined: 22 Dec 2006 Posts: 438 Location: YWG, Canada
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Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 2:04 am Post subject: |
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747-237 wrote: | Shock, Awe and Disbelief. |
Well, I guess Republicans have to find some new issues to reach to bigger crowd. Bible/Pro-life/Gun/Anti-immigration -- these issues are not enough to win an election in today's US of A.
Who thought Same-sex marriage/Legalized Marijuana- issues like these will gain support in the land of Rush Limbugh or Sarah $$ Palin? _________________ Tally Sheet:
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HAWK21M Member
Joined: 19 Dec 2006 Posts: 8132 Location: Mumbai, INDIA
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Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 4:21 pm Post subject: |
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The_Goat wrote: | HAWK21M wrote: | Pity theres no 3rd choice...... |
That is a sign of a mature democracy. Unlike in some other 'democracies' where every two bit joker can start a political party, get a following and seats in the parliament, leading to a chaotic and indecisive coalition where everyone does nothing useful besides lining his or her pocket.
Two party system, any day! |
Voting trend seem colour/ethnic based rather than policy.....sad trend. _________________ Think of the Brighter side !!! |
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747-237 Member
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Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 4:28 pm Post subject: |
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HAWK21M wrote: | Voting trend seem colour/ethnic based rather than policy.....sad trend. |
Not much different from India; where they Vote their Caste, rather than Caste their Vote. _________________ 11000 posts (and counting) on Airliners-India.
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G-BYGB Member
Joined: 21 Dec 2006 Posts: 1813 Location: Bangalore/Delhi
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Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 10:48 pm Post subject: |
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HAWK21M wrote: |
Voting trend seem colour/ethnic based rather than policy.....sad trend. |
Thats exactly how Obama got re-elected. Because he got votes from the Ispanics, Blacks and the Asians.
Interms of gender, 48% of the woman voted for Obama. This is due to some loose talks made by some of the Republicans regarding the Legitimate Rape. This surely hurt the women. _________________ www.flickr.com/G-BYGB photos
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G-BYGB Member
Joined: 21 Dec 2006 Posts: 1813 Location: Bangalore/Delhi
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Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 10:56 pm Post subject: |
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As far as Fox news is concerned, it has never been Fair & Balanced as they claim to be. All of their opinions and views about all aspects of the political world are one sided. In other words, they are always biased.
They always criticize Obama and are never open minded. And Bill O Riely is one of the biggest entertainer rather than a good news anchor or a journalist. He has always been sceptical about Obama's Foreign Policy and his handling of the economy.
To me, they are far Right-Wing media group that will always support the Republicans no matter if they are wrong. Even though we all knew that the war in Iraq was a wrong choice, still this media praised Bush Administration for taking this step. _________________ www.flickr.com/G-BYGB photos |
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G-BYGB Member
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Posted: Tue Nov 13, 2012 8:51 am Post subject: |
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http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/lookout/secission-petitions-filed-20-states-190210006.html
..Secession petitions filed in 20 states
..By Mike Krumboltz, Yahoo! News
Mike Krumboltz
In the wake of last week's presidential election, thousands of Americans have signed petitions seeking permission for their states to peacefully secede from the United States. The petitions were filed on We the People, a government website.
States with citizens filing include Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. Oddly, folks from Georgia have filed twice. Even stranger, several of the petitions come from states that went for President Barack Obama.
The petitions are short and to the point. For example, a petition from the Volunteer State reads: "Peacefully grant the State of Tennessee to withdraw from the United States of America and create its own NEW government." Of all the petitions, Texas has the most signatures so far, with more than 23,000.
Is it just an exagerrated news from yahoo or is it really happening in the US. I just came across a news titled 'Secession petitions filed in 20 states'. I was asthonished to see the disunity amongst the Americans who voted for Romney. It seems as though they cannot accept the fact that Obama has won the election.
Now all the states that are traditionally Republicans stronghold are going for this radical move. I don't know how accurate it is. But I hope that the US congress don't accept this. _________________ www.flickr.com/G-BYGB photos |
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sammyk Member
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Posted: Tue Nov 13, 2012 9:40 am Post subject: |
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That nonsense won't happen in our or our great grandkids lifetimes. Last time there was a civil war and it still didn't happen. |
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iah87 Member
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Posted: Tue Nov 13, 2012 7:37 pm Post subject: |
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G-BYGB wrote: | HAWK21M wrote: |
Voting trend seem colour/ethnic based rather than policy.....sad trend. |
Thats exactly how Obama got re-elected. Because he got votes from the Ispanics, Blacks and the Asians.
Interms of gender, 48% of the woman voted for Obama. This is due to some loose talks made by some of the Republicans regarding the Legitimate Rape. This surely hurt the women. |
Correction, Obama got 55% of the women vote. Obama lost the white vote by 20 points, 59% to 39%, but still won the election as whites are shrinking in numbers and white voters in this election was just 67%. |
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Posted: Fri Nov 23, 2012 8:28 am Post subject: |
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Obama won 53% of the popular vote. Romney won 47%.
How's that for some irony? _________________ Editor of AeroBlogger |
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