Windsor 2,233 Posted January 9, 2008 Being one of those saddos who stayed up watching the New Hampshire primary results until 4am, I thought I'd do a poll. Given that Clinton and Obama seem to be neck and neck, which of the two do deathlisters think will win their party's nomination? Do you think that either of them have a real chance in middle America when it comes to the Presidential election? Or don't you really care? I think that Hillary will win by a whisker, but you know how good my political predictions are (Charles Kennedy will still be Lib Dem leader this time next year and the SNP will not win the Scottish Parliament Elections)! [Poll added - ff] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emily the Strange 2 Posted January 9, 2008 I think it'll be Obama. But I still think Barbie should run for president ;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Real Madron 6 Posted January 9, 2008 Clinton. By are long way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themaninblack 2,112 Posted January 9, 2008 Hmm..I'm not too keen on either of them, but Clinton will probably win the nomination, unless Edwards can make a late burst. Don't forget the Republicans too. I think we're in a win-win situation here, becuase no-one is going to be as bad as Dubya.. That particular contest is wide open... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 110 Posted January 9, 2008 It's going to be Hillary over Obama. But I'm still not completely convinced Bill will be literally 'the first man' I feel the next president will probably be Republican. Either Giuliani or McCain. Obama for 2016? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phantom 2,531 Posted January 9, 2008 It's going to be Hillary over Obama. But I'm still not completely convinced Bill will be literally 'the first man' I feel the next president will probably be Republican. Either Giuliani or McCain. Obama for 2016? I doubt very much that Giuliani will make it to the very end. McCain is emerging as a new favourite for the Republicans and it's between Clinton and Obama for the Democrats. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bearer 6,100 Posted January 9, 2008 Don't really give a sh*t Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Oates 21 Posted January 9, 2008 Don't really give a sh*t Well said, HCW; they're all about as bad as each other, in the end. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monoclinic 39 Posted January 9, 2008 Is there a Vote RON option? Failing that there is a Belgian PM going spare in Yves Leterme(inator), who has demonstrated the similar levels of inefficiency as Dubya, who has been voted in but yet to take up the position. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,233 Posted January 9, 2008 Don't forget the Republicans too. Indeed, the Republican race is wide open but then their candidates are almost as bad as the Democrat ones. If I'm not mistaken the three front runners in that contest are McCain, Romney and Huckabee. McCain is 71 years old. Romney is a Mormon. Huckabee is in the God squad. McCain is said to be doing well off the back of the recent surge plan in Iraq. That was apparently his idea. I have a feeling that the Democrats first woman or first black nomination will have a difficult time beating white, god-fearing war mongers. Isn't that what it means to be American? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
football_fan 42 Posted January 9, 2008 Clinton and McCain get my vote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themaninblack 2,112 Posted January 10, 2008 Don't really give a sh*t Well said, HCW; they're all about as bad as each other, in the end. Yeah, why should it concern us what poxy President they elect, it's not as if they have any great influence over Britain do they... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deadsox 894 Posted January 10, 2008 Don't forget the Republicans too. Indeed, the Republican race is wide open but then their candidates are almost as bad as the Democrat ones. If I'm not mistaken the three front runners in that contest are McCain, Romney and Huckabee. McCain is 71 years old. Romney is a Mormon. Huckabee is in the God squad. McCain is said to be doing well off the back of the recent surge plan in Iraq. That was apparently his idea. I have a feeling that the Democrats first woman or first black nomination will have a difficult time beating white, god-fearing war mongers. Isn't that what it means to be American? You say "Romney is a Mormon" like there's something inherently wrong with that. You sound a bit bigoted W. Plus, we are the same God-fearing war mongers who saved you Brits in World War II. By the way, I am proud of the voters in my home state of New Hampshire. We turned out more than 525,000 strong, which is 40% of the entire electorate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Madame Defarge 21 Posted January 10, 2008 Indeed, the Republican race is wide open but then their candidates are almost as bad as the Democrat ones.If I'm not mistaken the three front runners in that contest are McCain, Romney and Huckabee. McCain is 71 years old. Romney is a Mormon. Huckabee is in the God squad. McCain is said to be doing well off the back of the recent surge plan in Iraq. That was apparently his idea. IMO John Edwards is the best man for the job, but McCain will likely be the one to get it. On the bright side , he was looking very rough indeed on the evening of the debate....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,233 Posted January 10, 2008 You say "Romney is a Mormon" like there's something inherently wrong with that. You sound a bit bigoted W. Plus, we are the same God-fearing war mongers who saved you Brits in World War II. By the way, I am proud of the voters in my home state of New Hampshire. We turned out more than 525,000 strong, which is 40% of the entire electorate. There is nothing inherently wrong with being a mormon. You can have a wife to do the cleaning, another to do the cooking and another for the bedroom. Absolutely nothing wrong with being a mormon. Quite frankly, accusing me of being a bigot whilst defending the mormon church is a bit rich. As for the whole war thing, you reaped your benefits. It had less to do with saving us Brits, and more to do with sustaining your economy so please do get off your high horse. I can't remember criticising your state of New Hampshire -only the candidates thrown upon it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phantom 2,531 Posted January 10, 2008 You say "Romney is a Mormon" like there's something inherently wrong with that. You sound a bit bigoted W. Plus, we are the same God-fearing war mongers who saved you Brits in World War II. By the way, I am proud of the voters in my home state of New Hampshire. We turned out more than 525,000 strong, which is 40% of the entire electorate. There is nothing inherently wrong with being a mormon. You can have a wife to do the cleaning, another to do the cooking and another for the bedroom. Absolutely nothing wrong with being a mormon. Quite frankly, accusing me of being a bigot whilst defending the mormon church is a bit rich. As for the whole war thing, you reaped your benefits. It had less to do with saving us Brits, and more to do with sustaining your economy so please do get off your high horse. I can't remember criticising your state of New Hampshire -only the candidates thrown upon it. we are the same God-fearing war mongers who saved you Brits in World War II If it wasn't for us Brits, you'd all be speaking French over in the US. The US only dragged themselves into WWII because they were taken by surprise by the Japanese at Pearl Harbor. The US stayed out of WWI and WWII for as long as they possibly could. As soon as it affected them that's when they got off their butts and did something. As soon as the US go on their own little crusades, they expect other countries to sit up and take notice. Romney being a mormom will affect his presidential election hopes. Much in the same way that there was a controversy over Kennedy being a catholic. There's no such thing as a seperation between church and state in the US. People still go to the polls and vote on a candidate based on their religion. Bush Jr still believes that he was appointed by "God", I guess he doesn't believe in the so-called democracy that the US believes that they are the prime example to the world and instead are self-appointed cop, judge and jury for the rest of the world. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Twelvetrees 10 Posted January 10, 2008 Clinton for the Democrats, and Giuliani for the GOP. Giuliani's played a clever game so far - waiting until the others are wounded before stepping in, and when it comes down to the wire, McCain's probably too much of an independent thinker for the Republican Party to endorse fully. The only thing that might swing it McCain's way is if he appeals as a stop-gap one-term incumbent. I guess if Hillary wins, there won't be many vacancies for females interns at the White House... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Real Madron 6 Posted January 10, 2008 Clinton/Giuliani Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anubis the Jackal 77 Posted January 10, 2008 Have you ever read the history of the Mormon church? My word! If ever a religion was based on a flimsier premise. You say "Romney is a Mormon" like there's something inherently wrong with that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshees Scream 110 Posted January 10, 2008 Mormons believe that Joseph Smith, Jr. translated the Book of Mormon into English by divine inspiration from golden plates that he received from the angel macaroni Moroni. Mormons gullible people of the early 1800's believe that the Book of Mormon is another scriptural witness of Jesus Christ. You guys have to watch this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=303e6Cn65Ko Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emily the Strange 2 Posted January 10, 2008 If it wasn't for us Brits, you'd all be speaking French over in the US. Actually, no. They'd all be speaking Dutch. After all, English became the national language of the US by beating Dutch by one vote. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phantom 2,531 Posted January 10, 2008 If it wasn't for us Brits, you'd all be speaking French over in the US. Actually, no. They'd all be speaking Dutch. After all, English became the national language of the US by beating Dutch by one vote. I was referring to the war between the British and the French prior to the War of Independence Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Godot 149 Posted January 10, 2008 If it wasn't for us Brits, you'd all be speaking French over in the US. Actually, no. They'd all be speaking Dutch. After all, English became the national language of the US by beating Dutch by one vote. I was referring to the war between the British and the French prior to the War of Independence My vote is for Spanish. They'll get there in the end. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest popoff Posted January 11, 2008 If it wasn't for us Brits, you'd all be speaking French over in the US. Actually, no. They'd all be speaking Dutch. After all, English became the national language of the US by beating Dutch by one vote. i think that i will never see a poem lovely as a tree a tree that will in summer wear a nest of robins in her hair. ....last time my carer sang that to me a famous auther snuffed it. how do you like those apples.? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emily the Strange 2 Posted January 11, 2008 I was referring to the war between the British and the French prior to the War of Independence That'll teach me to respond to anything when I have a massive headache. So I'll shut up now (cause I still have that headache). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites