[MadameX]

Originally Posted by Meroe

I honestly believe all the presidential candidates with the exception of Dennis Kucinich are too entrenched with the political status quo of this country. I have little to no faith in the electoral process. I would vote for Obama simply because he's a Black man running for the highest office in the land. But do I believe Obama would fulfill some sort of meaningful change in regard to the most pertinent issues effecting this country and particularly African Americans? No. Obama is still a trained politician who must walk a fine line between real domestic change or the end of his political career.

Valid point. You eloquently described the Obama agenda to a tee. Our Brothas & Sistas have to become more savy, see past political party propaganda, and weigh the issues carefully before even thinking about going to the polls.