Obama's Accomplishments
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- Sarah Palin's Accomplishments
Some of Sarah Palin's Accomplishments will be listed and detailed here. She has been the Governor of Alaska for two years and Mayor of Wasilla Alaska for ten years. She also served as President of Alaska...
Introduction
In this article I will list a few of Obama's accomplishments. The rumors that have been working their way around the web have stated that he did nothing really that was important. What I have found is that he did many things which truly are important.
It seems Obama learned early in his political career to be shrewd and practical. Learning how to play hardball with the big wigs is a must for anyone who goes into politics. He endured racial slurs from many of the opposing party and hazing by other African American colleagues and learned how to recognize an opportunity when presented and a willingness to work with opposing party members.
Obama has a solid record of achievement during his tenure as Illinois State Senator. Some of his key votes are listed below.
He is now the 44th President of the United States. Congratulations Barack Obama!!!
Voted to end $300 million worth of tax breaks for businesses. (2004)
Voted for having Illinois endorse embryonic stem cell research. (2004)
Voted against restrictions on public funding of abortion. (2000)
Successfully co-sponsored a prescription drug discount buying club program for seniors and the disabled. (2003) Unsuccessfully co-sponsored ban on discrimination based on sexual orientation. The measure became law after Obama was elected to the U.S. Senate. (2003)
Successfully co-sponsored major ethics reform called the Gift Ban Act. (1998)
Barak Obama
Death Penalty
Obama played a key role in getting death penalty laws changed in Illinois. The state had previously been deeply divided because of problems with their death penalty laws before 2003.
One key point in the new death penalty law, was how interrogations are handled. Interrogations of murder suspects, according to the new law, are to be recorded. Previously 13 death row inmates were released because they were found innocent or were convicted using improper procedures.
"We brought police officers and civil rights advocates together to reform a death penalty system that had sent 13 innocent men to death row," he declare in a recent presidential debate.
Those who worked with him described Obama as a lawmaker who is personally involved. "He is just really a good legislator," says State Sen. John Cullerton, D-Chicago.
Fairy Tales
Statement
I apologize for this hub not being quite finished. I will add to it as I am able. As I stated in the Palin hub, I do not endorse either candidate as of this time. I am neutral. Feel free to comment and discuss, debate, argue or whatever you want but please keep it civil.
Also please check out Sarah Palin's Accomplishments.
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Nobel Peace Prize
Obama has recieved the Nobel Peace Prize. The decision has stunned many around the world. The Prize was awarded not for action, but promises more than anything. Obama hasn't had any major success in foreign policy as of yet.
Obama described himself as surprised and deeply humbled, and stated that the award is a call to action. "I do not view it as a recognition of my own accomplishments but rather an affirmation of American leadership on behalf of aspirations held by people in all nations," he said in the White House Rose Garden. (Direct quote in bold font.)
Obama's Accomplishments in the News
- Obamaâs approval rating sinking. Can he keep his clout?MinnPost2 days ago
WASHINGTON — No matter how you slice it, President Obama has a tough month ahead. The Senate vote on Saturday to debate health-care reform gave Mr. Obama a momentary victory, but he’s got weeks of haggling ahead and probably more than a few “perils of Pauline” moments to keep reform prospects alive.
- Obama goes basic for ThanksgivingThe Politico2 days ago
Obama’s declaration is short and gives no specific examples of things to rejoice in or recover from.
- Michael Eric Dyson discusses black community setbacksThe Daily Northwestern3 days ago
From President Barack Obama’s election to Kanye West, Michael Eric Dyson discussed modern representations of black identity at Northwestern on Monday....
- Vikram Pandit Tells DC Ethnic Media: Citigroup is CommittedNew America Media2 days ago
Citigroup CEO Vikram Pandit told the capital city's ethnic media that he is committed to restoring his corporation's standing globally and locally, and to aiding Americans hit by the mortgage foreclosure crisis.
- President to Attend Copenhagen Climate TalksThe White House33 hours ago
Administration Announces U.S. Emission Target for Copenhagen The White House announced today that President Obama will travel to Copenhagen on Dec. 9 to participate in the United Nations Climate Change Conference, where he is eager to work with the international community to drive progress toward a comprehensive and operational Copenhagen accord. The President has worked steadily on behalf of ...
- Steve Clemons: Who is Hot and Who was Blocked (or Forgotten) at First White House State DinnerThe Huffington Post2 days ago
The White House just released the list of those attending the State Dinner honoring India Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Cool list actually. But not...
- Complex U.S.-China Ties Took Center Stage on Obama's Asia TripThe Online NewsHour7 days ago
President Obama concluded a four-nation Asian tour Thursday that marked a potential turning point in relations between the U.S. and an increasingly influential China. A panel of Asia experts discusses the trip's high points and low points with Jeffrey Brown.
- Gallup: Obama approval rating drops below 50 percent for the first timeWashington Post6 days ago
President Obama's job approval rating has dropped below 50 percent for the first time since he assumed office, according to Gallup's tracking poll.
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Comments
Good list. This verifies what I've found, that Braack Osama has done nothing to qualify him for the CEO position of president, and much to disqualify him as pro-America.
But he is de facto president, so as an independent American who actually believes in our Constitution, I will say to the people who elected him "I will give your president the same respect you gave mine".
What could be more fair?
Thanks for the read and link Frogy. I appreciate it very much. You can link it to a blog also if you want or anywhere you can on the internet.
I got the graphic in an email from a friend. I love it personally.
SirDent, I just (hopefully) linked your article to one of my hubs as I think it would add needed information - and - opinion to people looking 'out there'. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU DON'T WISH ME TO DO THIS AND I WILL REMOVE IT. The hub is my 'Beauty in the eye of the beholder...'.
SirDent, I LOVED your fairy tale picture...how did I miss this hub earlier?
Possibility? Maybe you did earn/pick your name because you dent people's minds with words - and are a gentleman while doing it! BRAVO!
Andy, these were written not long after Palin was named as VP running mate for McCain. The numbers are scores for the articles and mean nothing about Obama and/or Palin. I merely found what I could verify as being truth when I wrote these.
Also, I see 74 "accomplishments" to Palin's 78. Are we comparing apples and oranges here? Do these accomplishments include getting to stick his name on something for going along with it?
Is this simply a quantitative analysis, or is quality examined as well?
Thank you very much Andy P. for that piece of information.
All I see is voted, voted, voted, co-sponsored, co-sponsored...
At least he got a couple of halfway decent votes in and didn't EXCLUSIVELY vote present. As for co-sponsoring, what a waste. Get back to me if you can find any bills he's actually authored.
Fitting that the embedded banner ad I got was about fairy tales.
Thanks Ruevera for the comment and support. As far as the WDN goes, I like it personally. Their reputation has been tarnished, (as can happen on the internet to anyone) and one cannot really use their site for support of anything.
SirDent, good for you for this publication. Very clever done!
Question- why are you so negatively influenced against WorldNetDaily? You don't look like someone who can be influenced by somebody's opinion. Why don't you check for yourself their site? Yes, they are too conservative, sometimes their articles are angry. May be it's because they are telling the truth?...
I commend you for remaining neutral as no matter who runs our country we have to commend them , as the task is not easy. There will be some who will love them and some that will not however how many of us could take our Country by the reins and lead that many people? Talk about serious organizational skills and multi-tasking my thoughts are with them both. Would I share who I am voting for no way as some may disagree and I am one of the many who are swing voters enough said. Great Article!!!
LOL Misha, if I hadn't checked the comments on the hub before I wouldn't have noticed it. I know it is all in jest also. ;)
Sorry SirDent, I did not visit this one before, and I did not actually follow up on my comments the other one. Thanks for unspamming my comment, trust me, not everybody did that :D
I got more sophistacated since then, and now I don't post a blatant agitation. I just say - vote for McCain! :P
I agree Tyhill. Thanks for the read and comment.
I just hope that who ever is elected that all the people will honor him. As for Christians the bible tells us many times to honor and one example is shadrack, meshack and abendigo in the bible. Unless he tells us to sin then we must not do it, but we must honor, its also a key to American unity.
PT, with all due respect, the link I noticed is to a WorldNetDaily news source. Many believe them to not be a good source of information. I wills earch for other sources that people may respect.
Bob, irt ismerely a screen name. In fact the person who gets the most votes by the peoiple still may not iwn the election. There are 50 states and not sure how many territories who vote, but each state and territory has a certain amount of electoral votes.
Anyway the electoral votes depend on how many people in each state. territory.
dear sirdent,
just courious, have you earned the title of "Sir" dent or is that just your screen name? Also, i would like to know how the president is actually elected??? when the votes are counted in the final stage does the people's vote really determine who will be president???
Thanks for the compliment Melinda. I have never been called "intelligent" before. :P I did acknowledge Obama's ability to work with mebers of the other party in the article.
My biggest problem is getting around all the lies that have told and the rumors that are going around. I did have to change one part out on the Palin hub already.
katie says:
6 weeks ago
omg