Why I am Voting for Barack Obama

Because I believe this country needs intelligent, thoughtful leadership.

Because it is time for a smart person to be in the White House.

Because I want my daughters to know that you no longer have to be white, or a man to be a candidate for the highest office in the land.

Because I am tired of politicians trying to convince me that we can pay for two wars, and reduce taxes at the same time, without damaging the government to operate.

Because I am tired of the abuse of our Constitution at the hands of the Executive branch of the government.

Because I don't want another President who takes the position that Federal Government Employees are the enemy of the people.

Because I don't believe that calling prisoners of war "detainees" changes their status.

Because I don't think torturing prisoners of war is right.  We are supposed to be better than that.

Because I want a President that believes in REAL education, and who supports public education and supports teachers.

Because I am tired of homophobes in the White House.

Because I don't want a President that doesn't know the difference between Shi'a & Sunni muslims.

Because I don't want a President that doesn't know much about the economy.

Because I don't want the Vice President to have secessionist leanings.

Because being a prisoner of war, 40 years ago, doesn't mean you deserve the be President.

Because I don't want a President that gets elected by race-baiting.

Because the President must lead all Americans... not just some of them.

For these reasons and so many others....

Vote for Barack Obama for President.