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Obama sets sights on Utah

Since I first voted in 1992, I have never voted for the democratic candidate for president. However, if Barack Obama gets the democratic nominee this year, I might just change my mind.

Why hasn't Obama's religion been attack like Romney's. That alligience to Africa stuff scares the day-lights out of me.

I don't see any of the repubican candidates campaigning in Utah. Well, Mitt likes to stop by and extract some cash, but that's about it. They must feel that they always have Utah locked up, and they don't need to spend any effort here. (Or make any promises to help this state) Of course, that's been true up until now. I'm starting to feel that the tide in Utah is changing, and its about time!

The key difference between Barack Obama and many other Democrats and Republicans is he is sincere, passionate and not partisan in his approach to finding solutions. He has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to look at an issue, arrive at a sound conclusion and to work with others to implement that solution regardless of political party. This is why he receives compliments from Republicans in the Illinois State Senate and the U.S. Senate.

I find it interesting that Obama is so well liked by independents, Republicans when they vote in the Democratic Primary and by Democrats. It says a lot about his character and his ability to lead instead of divide. He has demonstrated that he is willing to work with anyone regardless of what party they may belong to. This is what we need in America. We don't need more of the Clinton type of Democrats.

Alright, However. We'd need just under half a million other Utah voters to make a similar change for the Democratic Presidential Nominee to win Utah's 5 electoral votes. Quite a feat for a state that is known for it's open-minded, deliberative electoral behavior. I'll glady welcome any democratic votes that we can get at any level of government (Balance? Why'd we want that?) In the mean time, I'll gladly vote for the the candidate that best represents my views and be thankful that Utah and it's "value-based" voters has only 5 electoral votes to award.

do better than what's in there now.

"Only" when The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints supports Obama, would I ever support him!

I honesty believe Obama is a good man, not yet contaminated by the political process. His best days are definitely in front of him. But with his lack of experience, he is really running as an "idea". I question whether this nation, with all of its current challenges, can afford to take a chance on this rookie.

Obama is what our country needs after years of Clinton- Bush and politics that divide people. Slim majorities should not rule over the rest. The elected leader should be willing and ABLE to work with all.

Here's hoping Obama wins it.

I will heavily consider voting for Barack Obama as president in the general election. I feel like the republicans have slapped the LDS church in the face over a mormon candidate. For all our strong support over the years in the Republican party, our religion is discounted as a cult and we are seen as second class citezens by that party. Mitt Romney should be the national front runner in a campaign year where the other candidates are weak. He is voted down simpley because he is a mormon. I take offense to that and I am reconsidering my political party.

What is Barack's plan for illegal immigration?

I am a Latter Day Saint, and as such am presumed to be behind Romney. This is not necessarily the case. I have been a democrat most of my adult life, whereas I've been LDS for only ten years or so. I am independant enough in my thinking to be more interested in a candidate if they support my considerations than if they are my *religion*. I think that, unfortunately, the religion card is overshadowing Romney's declared position and many folk really don't care to *think* about platform, position or possible outcomes. Thinking is a dying art in this country, and probably never more accurately portrayed than in our political decisions.

I just learned that in the Swahili dialect the name Barak Obama means, "one who speaks with vague, ambiguous, imprecise words meant to inspire youth and people with the mental acumen of sheep."
Barak Obama is nothing more than a glorified High School class president that knows how to use rhetoric and buzz words to make the masses feel giddy.
I want substance not a pep rally.

What...How about Romeny? A brother...Come on Utah where is your head? You need an experienced person to run this country..

He is all talk no action. Some of his policies health care for all are a bit socialist someone else paying for what you use or someone using a service you pay for.

Have people lost their minds? Who in their right minds would vote for a man who will not respect the American flag? I wouldn't vote for him. Too many have died for that flag and what it stands for. Who does he think he is anyway?

If John McCain or Mike "Huckster" Huckabee are the Republican nominee I may vote for Obama too!
God help us.

How could anyone want to vote for Obama when he ignores the American flag, and turns his back to it. When I think how many brave men and women have died for that flag and what it represents, I am at a loss for words to express my indignation. Have the people in this country lost their minds?

Go change your voter registration to UNAFFILIATED and you'll be able to vote in the Democratic primary on Feb 5th!

The deadline is, I believe, on Jan 29th.

Never say "just might...."