What do you think of Colin Powell’s support for Barack Obama?
Powell, who served in both Bush administrations, announced on Meet The Press that he will vote for Barack Obama.
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Filed on Thursday, June 30th, 2011 under Barack Obama FAQ
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Powell is washed up, its no different from Leiberman supporting McCain.
I think it is wonderful and will; help Obama.
Not much. That is his opinion and right to have. Four other Secretary of States are supporting McCain. So, what is your point?
Yep. I respect Bush, I respect Powell, and I will vote for Barack Obama.
Powell lost all credibility when he lied to the world in 2003.
http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2003/02/20030205-1.html
Colin Powell has always been one of those great minds in America that could always look at a situation from all sides and make the most educated decision. This time is no different.
its great. he is respected and his endorsement is quite influential.
Anyone that tries to discredit his support is pathetic. Both candidates have been pining for his support.
I think it is wonderful. Powell announced when he left the Bush administration that he disagreed with the way the Iraq invasion was “spun”. I don’t know why anyone would have thought he would back anyone running on the Republican ticket.
an endorsement long overdue
says a whole lot about the state of the Republican party today,
its not the same party that got elected in 2000
It’s impressive! Especially from such a staunch Republican.
Senator Obama is observably smarter than Senator McCain. Can’t we make this contest about “smart” and “not smart?” Perhaps that’s what the country needs.
No surprise in this corner of America. I was expecting it.
AMERICA, first and foremost!
I heard his explanation and it makes a great deal of sense. Powell does not like the direction his party is taking, the tactics they are employing and he made a decision based on weighing all the pros and cons of each candidate.
He is a moderate Repubican and in the last three election cycles, the moderates have been effectively shut out of their party. It was about time that the moderates saw that they are being forced out in favor of the lunatic fringe.
I think that he picked the best candidate to endorse.
Will cost McCain %4 points.
Game over!
I think he agonized over the decision… just like I have…. and has finally decided that Obama is the right man at the right time.
Oh it is just so obvious isn’t it ?
McCain/ Palin ’08 This country’s only hope
I would not be surprised that many republican politicians are voting democrat this year. But I am surprised that there are republicans still out there voting for republicans. It just makes no sense to me why anyone would want to continue the Bush agenda.
Racism plain and simple
I would expect this of Colin Powell. He is a great American, but his he let his heart speak out over his head. I don’t think he shares McCains stand on “country first”. Powells’ decision is totally understandable.
I think it’s his choice, and he laid out his reasons pretty well. They were true reasons to, that actually apply unlike a certain plumber I know. The amazing thing is that Republicans can complain about attacks on Joe the truth-stretching plumber and in the same breath attack Powell, a REAL American hero. Incredible.
Who cares. Powell is a spineless has been and what he says matters not. He has never been able to make up his mind until he has gotten the highest price for his “thoughts”
I am greatly saddened by Colin Powell’s endorsement of Obama.
I can not speak for all Republicans, I am only a retired journalist and housewife, but I was taught to respect other political beliefs.
Republicans, believe it or not, are very tolerant and accept a wide variety of political views. We may not always agree on a political candidate or platform but WE DO RESPECT the political process.
This time a greatly respected general has backed a Democrat.
It speaks volumes about the Bush presidency and less about McCain’s ability to be president.
I truly believe McCain will breathe a fresh air of change in Washington DC as he has always been the maverick. He’s not afraid to take on the tough issues, including campaign reform which he helped legislate, and now it’s come back to haunt him. His campaign has limited funding since he chose to accept public campaign funds. Obama has reportedly spent far more than McCain to get elected.
I’m still hanging in there, working to get McCain the maverick elected, as I do believe he is our best choice for president.
He has the experience, dedication to country and he is a true patriot. He put his life on the line as a Vietnam POW.
I am voting for McCain because he represents honor, duty, responsibility, patriotism and experience.
Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children what it was once like in the United States where men were free.” ~Ronald Reagan
well if Joe Lieberman can be Al Gore’s running mate in 2000 and abandon the Democratic party after Gore is robbed of the presidency by the Supreme Court, Colin Powell can jump ship as well. Powell is voting for Osama because he is black.
I think he is a respected world leader who is ENTITLED like EVERY American to his OWN opinion and I respect him immensely for not taking the Party line like a drone.
I am a lifelong Republican but I remember after the Reagan administration our country was in financial turmoil after the S&L scandal brought on by “The Keating 5″ which McCain was one of the 5. Our country is again in financial turmoil after eight years of Republican leadership. I need to see a change. I too am entitled to my opinion.
I think it is wonderful because of the manner he based his decision on. He could have come out for Obama months and months ago, if this were about RACE. Gen. Powell is friends with John McCain. So his decision was based on issues and behavior.
That type of deliberation (based upon respect for both sides) is what makeshis endorsement so welcomed and important.
I wish more people made decisions on such a mature level.
He would still be with the administration if it were not for BUSHS LIES!!It will hopefully help change alot if minds.
He endorsed for one reason – he is black.
I saw a brief press conference, and Powell lied about why he endorsed – one reason was the McCain campaign going negative claiming Obama is a Muslim and a terrorist – LIE – never happened.
The big one was Iraq – he put a spin on Iraq that gave Obama full credit for the success.
I don’t object to him supporting on the basis of race, but to lie about it is unacceptable.
It makes no sense for a a former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs to support someone who has more respect for terrorists then for our military.
birds of a feather, flock together.
Powell’s reasoning for supporting Obama was right on.
It’s probably more of a blow to the Republicans than a boost for Obama. Unfortunately the rabid right wingers will make it a race issue.