bigbri wrote:

Wow, people really believe in this day and age that they need to stockpile weapons to fend off an invasion? I hope that's not representative of the GOP as a whole. If it is, that's pretty preposterous.

I was being facetious, but my point remains the same.  Someone willing to shake hands and negotiate with those who want nothing short of our extinction is naieve and a fool at best.  Regardless, I don't want him in charge of the military in which I serve in because I'm not interested in serving as a UN soldier.  No one has explained how Clinton or Obama will aide in the depleting value of the dollar.  My biggest issue with Obama is the same issue I made vocal in 2006; change for change sake is not good policy.  Americans took it hook line and sinker in '06 that things would some how be different if Democrats were elected.  Democrats ran on the same platform as Obama is now (anyone wonder why) by saying elect us because it will be something different; won't elaborate or explain how it's different, just that it's different.  As anyone can point out, nothing has changed since 2006 under and Democratic program and in fact, congressional approval rating has fallen.  People should take notice of this when they champion behind Obama just because he is "different".

I'm interested in a leader who loves America and sees themself as an American and not simply a member of the world community.  I'm not interested in being a peace keeper, aide or police to whatever ills other nations have.  I want someone who's primary focus is the longevity of America and believes in self determinaion and individual responsibilty.  The Democrats have been the antithesis of this thinking for at least the past 30 years.  Recently, Republicans have adopted similar ideas.  McCain, while not perfect, best represents my values and I believe he is most qualifed to protect our national security interests which is my primary concern.