Okay, this is the day when it all happens. It's showtime! Let's roll!
The Liberty Sphere will be posting throughout the day to keep you informed on election news.
We start by saying that there is great optimism in the John McCain camp. Staffers and reporters who have covered the Senator for years say that rarely have they ever seen McCain so upbeat.
The reason? Polls in the battleground states and swing states are showing an encouraging shift toward McCain. In 7 key states McCain has pulled ahead, or even, or slightly behind within the margin of error.
And this includes Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, Ohio, and Missouri.
The most accurate poll of the 2004 election, the IBD/TIPP poll, shows undecided voters breaking toward McCain. And this poll claims that there are still roughly 9 or 10% who consider themselves undecided...more than enough votes to swing the election to McCain, erasing whatever lead Obama may have had.
It's not over, folks. Get out there and vote! Show the mainstream media, Nancy Pelosi, and Harry Reid that there is a vast silent army of voters in the heartland of America that will not stand for an Obama Presidency!
Showing posts with label 2008 race for White House. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2008 race for White House. Show all posts
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
The Final Stretch
With one week to go until Election Day, John McCain and Sarah Palin, and Barack Obama and Joe Biden head down the final stretch of Campaign '08, making their case before an electorate that shows signs of being more fired up this year than any in the recent past.
No doubt the citizens are 'Bush-weary' as they were in 2001 when they were described as having a bad case of 'Clinton fatigue.'
And, with the nation's first African-American chosen as the standard-bearer of one of the 2 major political parties, and with the very first Alaskan governor and the first female to be chosen to serve on the GOP ticket, the excitement generated in this campaign has been one for the history books.
The mainstream media and the Obama campaign have all but proclaimed victory before a single vote as been counted and before most votes have even been cast.
Polls have varied widely.
But most reputable pollsters are admitting that in this final stretch, the numbers show a vastly tightening race.
Only 4 days ago Gallup showed a 7-point gap between McCain and Obama, with Obama gaining 51% support among those surveyed.
As of today, McCain has closed that gap, picking up 5 points in 4 days, and is now within 2 points of Obama--well within the poll's margin of error.
Other reputable pollsters, Rasmussen, Zogby, TIPP, and others also show tightening numbers.
The battleground states, of course, will be key to winning the White House. Polls show Obama ahead in Florida, Colorado, North Carolina and Pennsylvania, but with McCain showing signs of a last-minute surge in at least 2 of those states.
McCain is slightly ahead in Missouri and Ohio, but within the polls' margin of error.
One electoral factor to bear in mind--in the last few days of a campaign, undecided voters have a history of breaking in favor of the underdog. And McCain has been running behind during most of the Summer and Fall.
No doubt the citizens are 'Bush-weary' as they were in 2001 when they were described as having a bad case of 'Clinton fatigue.'
And, with the nation's first African-American chosen as the standard-bearer of one of the 2 major political parties, and with the very first Alaskan governor and the first female to be chosen to serve on the GOP ticket, the excitement generated in this campaign has been one for the history books.
The mainstream media and the Obama campaign have all but proclaimed victory before a single vote as been counted and before most votes have even been cast.
Polls have varied widely.
But most reputable pollsters are admitting that in this final stretch, the numbers show a vastly tightening race.
Only 4 days ago Gallup showed a 7-point gap between McCain and Obama, with Obama gaining 51% support among those surveyed.
As of today, McCain has closed that gap, picking up 5 points in 4 days, and is now within 2 points of Obama--well within the poll's margin of error.
Other reputable pollsters, Rasmussen, Zogby, TIPP, and others also show tightening numbers.
The battleground states, of course, will be key to winning the White House. Polls show Obama ahead in Florida, Colorado, North Carolina and Pennsylvania, but with McCain showing signs of a last-minute surge in at least 2 of those states.
McCain is slightly ahead in Missouri and Ohio, but within the polls' margin of error.
One electoral factor to bear in mind--in the last few days of a campaign, undecided voters have a history of breaking in favor of the underdog. And McCain has been running behind during most of the Summer and Fall.
Friday, October 24, 2008
Most Accurate '04 Poll Has McCain, Obama Tied
Go back in your memory with me to the 2004 Presidential election, when nearly every major poll showed John Kerry with a fairly comfortable lead over George W. Bush in the 2 weeks prior to the election.
As you will recall, the polls were wrong and Bush won handily.
But one poll stood out from among the crowd as amazingly accurate. It is the Investor's Business Daily poll.
A certified analysis of the IBD's polling partner, TIPP, shows that its official final survey results prior to the 2004 Presidential election was the most accurate in the nation.
This year, IBD-TIPP shows that John McCain and Barack Obama are in a very close statistical tie. Obama narrowly leads McCain 44.8-43.7, with a whopping 11.6% still undecided.
The big news, however, is that in just 3 days this week, McCain has surged by 6 points. IBD-TIPP data shows McCain making significant headway in bringing working class and middle class citizens over to his side.
Folks, this thing is far from over. The tide, it is a-changin'.
As you will recall, the polls were wrong and Bush won handily.
But one poll stood out from among the crowd as amazingly accurate. It is the Investor's Business Daily poll.
A certified analysis of the IBD's polling partner, TIPP, shows that its official final survey results prior to the 2004 Presidential election was the most accurate in the nation.
This year, IBD-TIPP shows that John McCain and Barack Obama are in a very close statistical tie. Obama narrowly leads McCain 44.8-43.7, with a whopping 11.6% still undecided.
The big news, however, is that in just 3 days this week, McCain has surged by 6 points. IBD-TIPP data shows McCain making significant headway in bringing working class and middle class citizens over to his side.
Folks, this thing is far from over. The tide, it is a-changin'.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
BREAKING AP POLL--IT'S TIED!
In less than 2 weeks before the Election, the Associated Press has released a brand new poll showing a very tight race between John McCain and Barack Obama.
The poll shows the 2 candidates all even with Obama getting 44% and McCain getting 43%--a statistical tie.
Events over the last 48 hours within the 2 campaigns have indicated movement showing the concern of the Obama campaign and the heightened hopes of the McCain campaign.
For example, Pennsylvania's Governor Ed Rendell has become so concerned over what he once thought was a sure bet for Obama that he has called the candidate back to the state in order to 'reassure rural Democrats.'
In other words, Rendell sees signs of trouble. Obama is losing the 'God and guns' vote in the heartland of Pennsylvania. And the foot-in-mouth nutcase, John Murtha, certainly hasn't helped as he has constantly referred to his own constituents as 'racist' and 'redneck.'
It is also interesting that both McCain and Palin have been stumping in the state heavily over the past 2 days and appear to be unusually upbeat.
Meanwhile, in Missouri, another battleground state showing Obama with a comfortable lead, internal polling data supplied by local candidates for local offices show that the major polls may have drastically underestimated the strength and preferences of Missourians who live outside the large metro areas.
Obama is viewed in those areas as pariah.
There is yet another sign of a possible Truman-like surge for McCain. Police squads all across the country have been placed on high alert in order to be prepared for a possible 'Obama loss'... meaning, of course, that should Obama lose, law enforcement officials expect violence in the streets as the thugs, goons, and moonbats go Neanderthal over their failure to steal an election.
The poll shows the 2 candidates all even with Obama getting 44% and McCain getting 43%--a statistical tie.
Events over the last 48 hours within the 2 campaigns have indicated movement showing the concern of the Obama campaign and the heightened hopes of the McCain campaign.
For example, Pennsylvania's Governor Ed Rendell has become so concerned over what he once thought was a sure bet for Obama that he has called the candidate back to the state in order to 'reassure rural Democrats.'
In other words, Rendell sees signs of trouble. Obama is losing the 'God and guns' vote in the heartland of Pennsylvania. And the foot-in-mouth nutcase, John Murtha, certainly hasn't helped as he has constantly referred to his own constituents as 'racist' and 'redneck.'
It is also interesting that both McCain and Palin have been stumping in the state heavily over the past 2 days and appear to be unusually upbeat.
Meanwhile, in Missouri, another battleground state showing Obama with a comfortable lead, internal polling data supplied by local candidates for local offices show that the major polls may have drastically underestimated the strength and preferences of Missourians who live outside the large metro areas.
Obama is viewed in those areas as pariah.
There is yet another sign of a possible Truman-like surge for McCain. Police squads all across the country have been placed on high alert in order to be prepared for a possible 'Obama loss'... meaning, of course, that should Obama lose, law enforcement officials expect violence in the streets as the thugs, goons, and moonbats go Neanderthal over their failure to steal an election.
Friday, October 17, 2008
BREAKING NEWS! MCCAIN-OBAMA TIED!
Mike McCarville, Matt Drudge, and others are reporting that the latest Gallup Poll of likely voters, which was released on Thursday, shows John McCain and Barack Obama in a statistical tie for the White House.
The poll shows Obama leading McCain by 49-47%, which is within the survey's margin of error and is thus considered a statistical dead-heat.
Gallup's figures indicate a significant shift in voter preference in the week since the last poll was taken. At one point Gallup had indicated a 9-point advantage for Obama.
It is to be noted that the poll was conducted prior to Wednesday evening's debate. While some surveys show Obama winning that debate, many observers also admit that it was McCain's strongest showing yet.
And, contrary to popular opinion among so-called 'pundits,' the ads McCain has been running, which inform the voters of Obama's dangerous associations and ideas, are working. The pundits claim these are 'negative attack-ads.'
But the fact is the voters appreciate being informed of a candidate's life, identity, background, ideology, and voting record. This is not perceived as 'negative' by the voters themselves, no matter what self-appointed pundits say.
Thus, when Sarah Palin points out the plain truth about Barack Obama and Bill Ayers, the voters do not necessarily view this as a negative attack. When John McCain informs the electorate that it makes no sense for Obama to claim to give 95% of Americans a tax cut when he has proposed a trillion dollars in new government spending, the voters perceive that as no personal attack but as vital information.
It is also clear that many voters believe that John McCain is, indeed, providing specific proposals on taxes and spending that differentiate him from the nebulous, irrational proposals of Obama.
McCain has claimed for himself the Reagan heritage of reigning in runaway government spending and lowering taxes.
Thus, the race is getting close within these last 3 weeks of campaigning.
The poll shows Obama leading McCain by 49-47%, which is within the survey's margin of error and is thus considered a statistical dead-heat.
Gallup's figures indicate a significant shift in voter preference in the week since the last poll was taken. At one point Gallup had indicated a 9-point advantage for Obama.
It is to be noted that the poll was conducted prior to Wednesday evening's debate. While some surveys show Obama winning that debate, many observers also admit that it was McCain's strongest showing yet.
And, contrary to popular opinion among so-called 'pundits,' the ads McCain has been running, which inform the voters of Obama's dangerous associations and ideas, are working. The pundits claim these are 'negative attack-ads.'
But the fact is the voters appreciate being informed of a candidate's life, identity, background, ideology, and voting record. This is not perceived as 'negative' by the voters themselves, no matter what self-appointed pundits say.
Thus, when Sarah Palin points out the plain truth about Barack Obama and Bill Ayers, the voters do not necessarily view this as a negative attack. When John McCain informs the electorate that it makes no sense for Obama to claim to give 95% of Americans a tax cut when he has proposed a trillion dollars in new government spending, the voters perceive that as no personal attack but as vital information.
It is also clear that many voters believe that John McCain is, indeed, providing specific proposals on taxes and spending that differentiate him from the nebulous, irrational proposals of Obama.
McCain has claimed for himself the Reagan heritage of reigning in runaway government spending and lowering taxes.
Thus, the race is getting close within these last 3 weeks of campaigning.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Notes on 3rd Presidential Debate--10/15/08
This was by far the best nationally televised debate so far during this campaign. McCain and Obama 'mixed it up' and went after each other on various issues, making for an interesting exchange.
But let's get right down to the main point.
John McCain won on the issues.
Barack Obama won on style.
But a silvery-tongued liar is still a liar, and a smooth style often is nothing more than a cover for a person's real self, which is often hidden by a very well-crafted outward persona.
Thus, if we are electing a silvery-tongued orator who can let lies slide from his lips as smoothly as water glides off of a duck's back, then Obama is your man.
But if you want a President, a leader, a reformer, and a man who values the sanctity of human life and always puts his country first, then McCain is your choice.
And yes, it really is that simple.
But let's get right down to the main point.
John McCain won on the issues.
Barack Obama won on style.
But a silvery-tongued liar is still a liar, and a smooth style often is nothing more than a cover for a person's real self, which is often hidden by a very well-crafted outward persona.
Thus, if we are electing a silvery-tongued orator who can let lies slide from his lips as smoothly as water glides off of a duck's back, then Obama is your man.
But if you want a President, a leader, a reformer, and a man who values the sanctity of human life and always puts his country first, then McCain is your choice.
And yes, it really is that simple.
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Dems Panic as Obama Numbers Fall in Key States
A state of panic has set in with Democratic Party operatives as recent poll numbers show that Barack Obama's figures are plunging in key states.
Further, some operatives suggest that there is a 'hidden racism' among Democrats who will publicly claim they are for Obama but intend to vote for McCain. This, according to one such operative, would make Obama's poll numbers much lower than they appear in the polls.
Pennsylvania, Ohio, Wisconsin, Florida, and Virginia all show that Obama's numbers have plunged over the past 2 weeks. McCain and Obama are now dead-even in those states.
In Oklahoma, however, a state where McCain has held a consistent lead, Obama's numbers have plummeted to even lower levels. McCain now holds a 2 to 1 lead over Obama in Oklahoma.
While Democratic operatives are quick to claim that 'hidden racism' among Democrats is the main reason for the plunge, it is clear that they are underestimating the impact of GOP VP candidate Sarah Palin on the campaign.
Palin's entrance into the race has energized a lackluster GOP base. The conservative base is wildly motivated to support and get out the vote for Palin-McCain. In fact, the ticket now leads in every single age-group except for 18-29 year olds.
Yet another tale-tell signal that McCain's choice of Palin is turning around the campaign, voters in the northwestern states are beginning to swing over to the McCain-Palin ticket. According to the latest polls taken over the past week, McCain has pulled even or within the margin of error of being even with Obama in Washington, Oregon, and Colorado.
All of this is excellent news in light of the fact that the mainstream media, liberal activists, and Hollywood elitists have all attempted to ruin Palin through the use of a well-orchestrated smear campaign. Charles Gibson's hit-piece with Palin this week is a perfect example.
The Gibson smear-attack interviews with Palin are also an example that the public is on to the ruse and sees the blatant bias of the mainstream media to the extent that they have simply cut them off. They are supporting Palin in even greater numbers the more negative the liberals get.
Perhaps finally decent American citizens are seeing the media sleazeballs for what they've been all along but kept carefully hidden.
For complete information on the developing changes in Campaign '08, click HERE
Further, some operatives suggest that there is a 'hidden racism' among Democrats who will publicly claim they are for Obama but intend to vote for McCain. This, according to one such operative, would make Obama's poll numbers much lower than they appear in the polls.
Pennsylvania, Ohio, Wisconsin, Florida, and Virginia all show that Obama's numbers have plunged over the past 2 weeks. McCain and Obama are now dead-even in those states.
In Oklahoma, however, a state where McCain has held a consistent lead, Obama's numbers have plummeted to even lower levels. McCain now holds a 2 to 1 lead over Obama in Oklahoma.
While Democratic operatives are quick to claim that 'hidden racism' among Democrats is the main reason for the plunge, it is clear that they are underestimating the impact of GOP VP candidate Sarah Palin on the campaign.
Palin's entrance into the race has energized a lackluster GOP base. The conservative base is wildly motivated to support and get out the vote for Palin-McCain. In fact, the ticket now leads in every single age-group except for 18-29 year olds.
Yet another tale-tell signal that McCain's choice of Palin is turning around the campaign, voters in the northwestern states are beginning to swing over to the McCain-Palin ticket. According to the latest polls taken over the past week, McCain has pulled even or within the margin of error of being even with Obama in Washington, Oregon, and Colorado.
All of this is excellent news in light of the fact that the mainstream media, liberal activists, and Hollywood elitists have all attempted to ruin Palin through the use of a well-orchestrated smear campaign. Charles Gibson's hit-piece with Palin this week is a perfect example.
The Gibson smear-attack interviews with Palin are also an example that the public is on to the ruse and sees the blatant bias of the mainstream media to the extent that they have simply cut them off. They are supporting Palin in even greater numbers the more negative the liberals get.
Perhaps finally decent American citizens are seeing the media sleazeballs for what they've been all along but kept carefully hidden.
For complete information on the developing changes in Campaign '08, click HERE
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Second Amendment News Roundup for 8/26/08
Focusing on guns, politics, and news of interest, here is today's Second Amendment News Roundup:
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*'A Credible Threat'--liberals and MSM types love to paint gun rights activists with broad brush strokes. This is an example, involving a threat against Barack Obama at the DNC.
*'Gun Rights on Trial'--a MUST-read.
*'What Ken Allows'--another great read.
Armed and Safe blogs about a great gun-rights organization started by Neal Knox--the Firearms Coalition.
Robb Allen is back from Blackwater and posts a pic of some man shooting some steel. Who IS that man?!
JR has posted Day 3 of the Blackwater event--pics and all.
Ahab says that he and Squeaks will be talking about ParaUSA and Blackwater tonight on Gun Nuts--The Next Generation. Tam may even be making a guest appearance.
Sebastian has a news story of a gun-owner and concealed carry permit holder stopping some thugs.
Breda has Part 2 and Part 3 of her Appleseed shooting event (Part 1 was posted yesterday on the Roundup).
From The Liberty Zone:
*Nicki has a very provocative piece on why she refuses to vote for either McCain or Obama.
*And then she has THIS thought-provoking post on gun rights and property rights, which is sure to create some debate.
Uncle posts several links to bloggers covering the Democratic National Convention.
Roberta X blogs about her boiling points. I can relate to most of them. A good read!
Alphecca says that Nevada has proposed a Castle Doctrine bill.
Blogstitution wants to know how many times the Democrats have to run on THIS platform.
21 Guns Salute lays it on the line about life in modern society. This is worth reading!
From Gateway Pundit:
*Michelle Malkin attacked at DNC riot in Denver!--the thugs shouted, 'Death to Malkin' the entire time.
*The Obama campaign threatened a local TV station for showing the McCain ad that shows the links between Obama and terrorist Bill Ayers.
*Michelle Obama quoted from radical socialist Saul Alinsky in her speech last night.
Western Rifle Shooters Association has the latest chapter of Vanderboegh's novella. This chapter is entitled, 'Reverberations and Synergies.'
Days of Our Trailers comments on the latest, escalating problem at our southern border.
From Codrea's War on Guns:
*'A Credible Threat'--liberals and MSM types love to paint gun rights activists with broad brush strokes. This is an example, involving a threat against Barack Obama at the DNC.
*'Gun Rights on Trial'--a MUST-read.
*'What Ken Allows'--another great read.
Armed and Safe blogs about a great gun-rights organization started by Neal Knox--the Firearms Coalition.
Robb Allen is back from Blackwater and posts a pic of some man shooting some steel. Who IS that man?!
JR has posted Day 3 of the Blackwater event--pics and all.
Ahab says that he and Squeaks will be talking about ParaUSA and Blackwater tonight on Gun Nuts--The Next Generation. Tam may even be making a guest appearance.
Sebastian has a news story of a gun-owner and concealed carry permit holder stopping some thugs.
Breda has Part 2 and Part 3 of her Appleseed shooting event (Part 1 was posted yesterday on the Roundup).
From The Liberty Zone:
*Nicki has a very provocative piece on why she refuses to vote for either McCain or Obama.
*And then she has THIS thought-provoking post on gun rights and property rights, which is sure to create some debate.
Uncle posts several links to bloggers covering the Democratic National Convention.
Roberta X blogs about her boiling points. I can relate to most of them. A good read!
Alphecca says that Nevada has proposed a Castle Doctrine bill.
Blogstitution wants to know how many times the Democrats have to run on THIS platform.
21 Guns Salute lays it on the line about life in modern society. This is worth reading!
From Gateway Pundit:
*Michelle Malkin attacked at DNC riot in Denver!--the thugs shouted, 'Death to Malkin' the entire time.
*The Obama campaign threatened a local TV station for showing the McCain ad that shows the links between Obama and terrorist Bill Ayers.
*Michelle Obama quoted from radical socialist Saul Alinsky in her speech last night.
Western Rifle Shooters Association has the latest chapter of Vanderboegh's novella. This chapter is entitled, 'Reverberations and Synergies.'
Days of Our Trailers comments on the latest, escalating problem at our southern border.
No Bounce for Obama After Biden Announcement
A quick scan of the various polls reveals no bounce at all for Barack Obama following the announcement of the selection of Joe Biden as his running mate.
Polls indicate that the race for the White House is still in a dead-heat, with John McCain and Barack Obama in a statistical tie.
In fact, many observers note a 'ho-hum' attitude among most voters in response to the addition of Biden to the ticket.
Obama's selection of Biden is, in fact, a curious one. Biden represents Delaware. He brings no significant electoral votes to the table, neither does he help Obama by being a significant influence in one of the all-important 'swing states.'
Further, Biden, as a 36-year veteran of the Senate, seems to belie the Obama message of freshness, newness, hope, and change.
And thus, the question arises once again as to Obama's wisdom in decision-making. What on earth was he thinking?
Polls indicate that the race for the White House is still in a dead-heat, with John McCain and Barack Obama in a statistical tie.
In fact, many observers note a 'ho-hum' attitude among most voters in response to the addition of Biden to the ticket.
Obama's selection of Biden is, in fact, a curious one. Biden represents Delaware. He brings no significant electoral votes to the table, neither does he help Obama by being a significant influence in one of the all-important 'swing states.'
Further, Biden, as a 36-year veteran of the Senate, seems to belie the Obama message of freshness, newness, hope, and change.
And thus, the question arises once again as to Obama's wisdom in decision-making. What on earth was he thinking?
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