Many arguments about what Obama is doing and not doing has brought me to this question, " What would you do differently if you were President of the U.S.? Keep in mind you came into office with a huge deficit and an on-going war, a recession and the unemployment rate is high. Homes are still being foreclosed but they say the market is turning around. How would you handle health reform, the economy and keeping U.S. soil safe? Let's try to have this discussion without argument a good debate without swearing. Once the debate is complete we will take a vote on who would make a great U.S. President right here on Hubpages so this is going to be a two-part thread. Are you ready for the challenge?
AEvans wrote:
Many arguments about what Obama is doing and not doing has brought me to this question, " What would you do differently if you were President of the U.S.? Keep in mind you came into office with a huge deficit and an on-going war, a recession and the unemployment rate is high. Homes are still being foreclosed but they say the market is turning around. How would you handle health reform, the economy and keeping U.S. soil safe? Let's try to have this discussion without argument a good debate without swearing. Once the debate is complete we will take a vote on who would make a great U.S. President right here on Hubpages so this is going to be a two-part thread. Are you ready for the challenge?
well first ya gotta get rid of the lobbyists they are the ones running oboma so I guess I would take over for real and not be a puppet - thats what I would do first
starme77 wrote:
AEvans wrote:
Many arguments about what Obama is doing and not doing has brought me to this question, " What would you do differently if you were President of the U.S.? Keep in mind you came into office with a huge deficit and an on-going war, a recession and the unemployment rate is high. Homes are still being foreclosed but they say the market is turning around. How would you handle health reform, the economy and keeping U.S. soil safe? Let's try to have this discussion without argument a good debate without swearing. Once the debate is complete we will take a vote on who would make a great U.S. President right here on Hubpages so this is going to be a two-part thread. Are you ready for the challenge?
well first ya gotta get rid of the lobbyists they are the ones running oboma so I guess I would take over for real and not be a puppet - thats what I would do first
Good answer but how would you change health reform and correct the deficit after you have rid the Country of the lobbyists?![]()
Well, this question has to wide of a range and is a loaded question.
But the mistakes that I see Obama making that I would do differently would be to take care of the current problems before embarking on something ambitious like healthcare reform because that takes away everyone's time (Obama, Congress, etc.) from our current problems.
I would do whatever it takes to unite both parties on certain issues because Obama has even split the Democrats on certain issues.
I would also give less speeches. I think his approval rating is going down on some level because of over-exposure.
I can understand him wanting to make a name for himself and tackle a million things at once but he needs to prioritize. I don't think he set up a proper administration to get things done without him. So he needs to concentrate on the priorities right now which is the economy, military/terrorism and unemployment.
TimTurner wrote:
Well, this question has to wide of a range and is a loaded question.
But the mistakes that I see Obama making that I would do differently would be to take care of the current problems before embarking on something ambitious like healthcare reform because that takes away everyone's time (Obama, Congress, etc.) from our current problems.
I would do whatever it takes to unite both parties on certain issues because Obama has even split the Democrats on certain issues.
I would also give less speeches. I think his approval rating is going down on some level because of over-exposure.
I can understand him wanting to make a name for himself and tackle a million things at once but he needs to prioritize. I don't think he set up a proper administration to get things done without him. So he needs to concentrate on the priorities right now which is the economy, military/terrorism and unemployment.
Wow Tim!!! Now you are going in the right direction you are a great candidate for President. ![]()
AEvans wrote:
TimTurner wrote:
Well, this question has to wide of a range and is a loaded question.
But the mistakes that I see Obama making that I would do differently would be to take care of the current problems before embarking on something ambitious like healthcare reform because that takes away everyone's time (Obama, Congress, etc.) from our current problems.
I would do whatever it takes to unite both parties on certain issues because Obama has even split the Democrats on certain issues.
I would also give less speeches. I think his approval rating is going down on some level because of over-exposure.
I can understand him wanting to make a name for himself and tackle a million things at once but he needs to prioritize. I don't think he set up a proper administration to get things done without him. So he needs to concentrate on the priorities right now which is the economy, military/terrorism and unemployment.Wow Tim!!! Now you are going in the right direction you are a great candidate for President.
What can I say? Put me on the ballot! haha
If I were the President I would resign because clearly I am insane!
A Texan wrote:
If I were the President I would resign because clearly I am insane!
Oh my godness you are such a nut! Don't give up before your term is over honestly how would you handle it? ![]()
AEvans wrote:
A Texan wrote:
If I were the President I would resign because clearly I am insane!
Oh my godness you are such a nut! Don't give up before your term is over honestly how would you handle it?
I would lower business tax and possibly prevent a larger exodus of business to other Countries. I would lower personal income tax because it has shown the IRS gets more money when its done! I would push for tort reform and open up interstate commerce for health care insurance. I would outlaw American Idol and any show featuring dancing!
A Texan wrote:
I would outlaw American Idol and any show featuring dancing!
Ya' got my vote!
I don't know if any of us could answer that.
I think once you're in that 'hot' seat, so many things change because of all the variables involved.
As you said, he has so many messes to straighten out before he can really do what he wants to do. He has certainly helped some homeowners keep their homes and put people back in college. It's sad that so many are against him forgetting what he walked into. We can all stand or (sit) on the sidelines and complain or do whatever we can do in our part of the country to make things better. my 2 cents. A lot of complainers do nothing.
I wouldn't want his job. ![]()
rebekahELLE wrote:
I don't know if any of us could answer that.
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I think once you're in that 'hot' seat, so many things change because of all the variables involved.
As you said, he has so many messes to straighten out before he can really do what he wants to do. He has certainly helped some homeowners keep their homes and put people back in college. It's sad that so many are against him forgetting what he walked into. We can all stand or (sit) on the sidelines and complain or do whatever we can do in our part of the country to make things better. my 2 cents. A lot of complainers do nothing.
I wouldn't want his job.![]()
By his inaction Obama is showing he doesn't want it!
A Texan wrote:
AEvans wrote:
A Texan wrote:
If I were the President I would resign because clearly I am insane!
Oh my godness you are such a nut! Don't give up before your term is over honestly how would you handle it?
I would lower business tax and possibly prevent a larger exodus of business to other Countries. I would lower personal income tax because it has shown the IRS gets more money when its done! I would push for tort reform and open up interstate commerce for health care insurance. I would outlaw American Idol and any show featuring dancing!
Outlaw dancing shows? I don't care for American Idol either. lololo but I do like your ideas. ![]()
AEvans wrote:
A Texan wrote:
AEvans wrote:
Oh my godness you are such a nut! Don't give up before your term is over honestly how would you handle it?
I would lower business tax and possibly prevent a larger exodus of business to other Countries. I would lower personal income tax because it has shown the IRS gets more money when its done! I would push for tort reform and open up interstate commerce for health care insurance. I would outlaw American Idol and any show featuring dancing!
Outlaw dancing shows? I don't care for American Idol either. lololo but I do like your ideas.
And don't forget, Bomb the hell out of Iraq and Afghanistan!
I would ask everyone who questions my Presidency and doesn't like the way I am leading the country to leave their name and email on a website.
Why?
To give everyone of them an opportunity to spend a day with me. They will then have an indepth knowledge of why I make certain decisions and would also see the fuller picture of being a President. At the end of the day, I would give them an opportunity to share their views and see if there is anything they would have liked to be done differently or suggestions.
A team will monitor the website. i.e contacting people with dates available, co-ordination etc
In doing this I am positive that people will change their negative views as they would’ve had a chance to see the inside challenges I face as a president. Also, have an idea of what’s in the pipeline and not forgetting the fact that they get a ride in “The Beast” and if I’m flying – Air force one.
At the end of the day, when I thank them (well, just being polite) for spending the day with me – as I open the door to the Oval office and bid them farewell, my final question to them would be “Oh, by the way, do you think I deserved that Nobel Peace Prize?”
Ps. I did a Hub out that interracial thread you brought up recently and referenced you at the bottom. Hope you don't mind. Thx.
Lady_E wrote:
I would ask everyone who questions my Presidency and doesn't like the way I am leading the country to leave their name and email on a website.
Why?
To give everyone of them an opportunity to spend a day with me. They will then have an indepth knowledge of why I make certain decisions and would also see the fuller picture of being a President. At the end of the day, I would give them an opportunity to share their views and see if there is anything they would have liked to be done differently or suggestions.
A team will monitor the website. i.e contacting people with dates available, co-ordination etc
In doing this I am positive that people will change their negative views as they would’ve had a chance to see the inside challenges I face as a president. Also, have an idea of what’s in the pipeline and not forgetting the fact that they get a ride in “The Beast” and if I’m flying – Air force one.
At the end of the day, when I thank them (well, just being polite) for spending the day with me – as I open the door to the Oval office and bid them farewell, my final question to them would be “Oh, by the way, do you think I deserved that Nobel Peace Prize?”![]()
Ps. I did a Hub out that interracial thread you brought up recently and referenced you at the bottom. Hope you don't mind. Thx.
We defintely need a woman President and I believe you could run for candidacy too! ![]()
TimTurner wrote:
to take care of the current problems before embarking on something ambitious like healthcare reform because that takes away everyone's time (Obama, Congress, etc.) from our current problems.
Oh, man. This was really funny. And by funny I meant sad.
livelonger wrote:
TimTurner wrote:
to take care of the current problems before embarking on something ambitious like healthcare reform because that takes away everyone's time (Obama, Congress, etc.) from our current problems.
Oh, man. This was really funny. And by funny I meant sad.
LiveLonger my friend what would you do if you were President? ![]()
AEvans wrote:
starme77 wrote:
AEvans wrote:
Many arguments about what Obama is doing and not doing has brought me to this question, " What would you do differently if you were President of the U.S.? Keep in mind you came into office with a huge deficit and an on-going war, a recession and the unemployment rate is high. Homes are still being foreclosed but they say the market is turning around. How would you handle health reform, the economy and keeping U.S. soil safe? Let's try to have this discussion without argument a good debate without swearing. Once the debate is complete we will take a vote on who would make a great U.S. President right here on Hubpages so this is going to be a two-part thread. Are you ready for the challenge?
well first ya gotta get rid of the lobbyists they are the ones running oboma so I guess I would take over for real and not be a puppet - thats what I would do first
well, first I would stop medicare scams - thats half the money right there saved - not sure what second - would hve to give that some more thought
Good answer but how would you change health reform and correct the deficit after you have rid the Country of the lobbyists?
AEvans wrote:
livelonger wrote:
TimTurner wrote:
to take care of the current problems before embarking on something ambitious like healthcare reform because that takes away everyone's time (Obama, Congress, etc.) from our current problems.
Oh, man. This was really funny. And by funny I meant sad.
LiveLonger my friend what would you do if you were President?
I, unlike most of the complainers here, am fairly pleased with Obama's performance so far. I don't pretend to be a politician, so I can't say how I'd approach things differently.

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