Reply #15: I Was A Democratic Primary Wall Flower - Now I Am Excited [View All]

[Median Democrat]

I have noted this several times, but I was fairly satisfied with either Hillary or Obama. There are things that I thought could be improved (which means they accept my views on certain positions, but, hey, I am not the one running for President), but I was not motivated to support one over the other. I did think that Hillary was a slam dunk shoe in to win the Democratic nomination at the outset, but I can't say I was overly upset that she is not the nominee either.

However, now that the primaries are over, I am excited at the possibility that notwithstanding what I see as a heavy anti-democratic slant by the MSM that Obama has a fighting chance to win the Presidency. I think it will be tough, since the MSM has become increasily willing to try tilt the scales against the Democrats by giving McCain a free pass on his many flip flops. However, I do like the aggressive approach taken by the Obama campaign, particularly with respect to contesting certain red states.

Another 4 years of GOP rule will just be catastrophic on multiple fronts. Also, if McCain wins, I really begin to doubt the viability of our system of government in an age of Media Consolidation. Politicians pander to the MSM and the MSM panders to sponsors. Obama has been outspoken with respect to promoting media diversity, and if he loses, will any other politician dare challenge the media giants?

I kind of see this election as a make it or break it year.