What is your expectation on Obama's FIRST priority as president should be? - Page 2

Secretblend · 11-16-2008, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Reba

I see that most people voted "economy" first, and "fight terrorism" at the bottom.

Suppose that another huge terrorist attack happens in the USA soon after Obama is sworn in. Would that change people's priority for the President? Or would they continue to care most about the economy?

Only time will tell if it happens.

**shel90** · 11-16-2008, 09:01 PM

Voted economy as the first priority.

**Reba** · 11-16-2008, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Secretblend

Only time will tell if it happens.

I hope such a thing doesn't happen. I'm just curious if people would change their priorities if it did happen.

Tousi · 11-16-2008, 09:19 PM

I believe that, in reality, what happens is the security of our way of life comes first, regardless what the popular opinion is. I think both will be worked toward equally fervently.

Hear Again · 11-16-2008, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Reba

I see that most people voted "economy" first, and "fight terrorism" at the bottom.

Suppose that another huge terrorist attack happens in the USA soon after Obama is sworn in. Would that change people's priority for the President? Or would they continue to care most about the economy?

If we were to be attacked by terrorists after Obama is sworn into office, I definitely think people's priorities would change from the economy to terrorism.

Right now people aren't considering terrorism to be a number one issue because the economy is first and foremost in their minds.

**deafskeptic** · 11-17-2008, 01:07 AM

This is what I think he should focus on:

1.) Economy
2.) Healthcare
3.) foreign policy

Secretblend · 11-17-2008, 10:01 AM

It really doesn't matter what he should focus on first cause they all will hit Obama at once. He will have to deal with everything from beginning. The problems will be going to him the moment they starts. He won't really have a choice of what he can deal with first or next after that.

deafbajagal · 11-17-2008, 03:01 PM

IMO, the truth is...he's just the President- there's really not much he can do. It's really the Legislature Branch that will make the most impact. Our culture puts so much spotlight on "the" President...but in reality his hands are somewhat tied. He cannot make laws. He cannot enforce them. All he can do is sign or veto what is in front of him. Geting the piece of paper (law) over to him is what we need to do...so it's the Legislature Branch we should be pushing for the changes we so desperately need.

The impact he can make is with the military branch, since he's also the Commander. That's where all of the non-existing money is going...*flushes the toliet for dramatic effect*

LinuxGold · 11-25-2008, 08:55 AM

In my opinion, the President should LOBBY (encouraging Legislature which process laws) for health care FIRST to fix the source of our economic problem (health care have the uttermost power to ruin credit standings.) Once when health care issues have been resolved, it will help families (hint, our source) to better handle their inner economy. We DEPEND on health care because that is something that we CANNOT live without. Businesses are taking advantage of that weakness amongst ourselves.

THEN once when families can handle their inner economy, THEN have the President to work on the economy issues, giving the guide to both BUSINESS and CUSTOMERS (again, our source of problem.)

Finally, with economy fixed, we can use our solid economy to be able to provide whatever foreign policies require.

**Cheri** · 11-30-2008, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Reba

I see that most people voted "economy" first, and "fight terrorism" at the bottom.

Suppose that another huge terrorist attack happens in the USA soon after Obama is sworn in. Would that change people's priority for the President? Or would they continue to care most about the economy?

Of course I'll change my vote, But I double doubt it'll happen because I went through the homeland security myself, they're very strong. They do a lot of screening, more than I ever experienced in my lifetime.

First- Economy too, that's the most important crisis we are facing today.
Secondly-Bring the troops home. Get them out of Iraq
Third- The health care system. (Help ensure that all Americans have health insurance)
Fourth-Education system
Fifth-Create American jobs.
Sixth-foreign policy, I think they should change a few things, such as the visas like having to be married in 90 days after a foreigner visited the USA. I think it should be more like 6 months.

**Foxrac** · 12-02-2008, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by LinuxGold

In my opinion, the President should LOBBY (encouraging Legislature which process laws) for health care FIRST to fix the source of our economic problem (health care have the uttermost power to ruin credit standings.) Once when health care issues have been resolved, it will help families (hint, our source) to better handle their inner economy. We DEPEND on health care because that is something that we CANNOT live without. Businesses are taking advantage of that weakness amongst ourselves.

THEN once when families can handle their inner economy, THEN have the President to work on the economy issues, giving the guide to both BUSINESS and CUSTOMERS (again, our source of problem.)

Finally, with economy fixed, we can use our solid economy to be able to provide whatever foreign policies require.

That's very interesting to know about it.

I have agree with that.

**Liebling:-)))** · 01-07-2009, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by flip

To gain US trustworthiness, US would have to close the Gulag at Guantanamo bay. Can Obama make it happen?

Yes, I learn at few weeks ago that Obama wants to close horror Guantanamo camp in Cuba. I'm really glad about his plan. It's great news to us in Europe.

I must say that those Guantanamo camp remind me of Nazi camp. I feel sick with pain when I read Turkish-German Murat Kurnaz's book "Five Years of My Life: An Innocent Man in Guantánamo", I bought at 2 weeks ago.

Yes I know for long time before I registered AllDeaf Forum what and how Muslims/Arabs were being treated like animals in Guantanamo Bay and Abu Ghraib concentration camps, thru the proof of photos but the proofs were being denied and claimed that it's fake etc.

BradB08 · 01-08-2009, 01:05 AM

1. Economy
2. End wars in Iraq and Afghanistan
3. Prosecute members of the Bush administration. War Crimes Tribunals, etc.
4. UFO/Extraterrestrial Disclosure

BradB08 · 01-08-2009, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Reba

I see that most people voted "economy" first, and "fight terrorism" at the bottom.

Suppose that another huge terrorist attack happens in the USA soon after Obama is sworn in. Would that change people's priority for the President? Or would they continue to care most about the economy?

How are people supposed to pay for the ridiculous war on terrorism when the economy is in the toilet?

Come to think of it, the war on terrorism drains billions of dollars from the pockets of Americans every year and what has it accomplished?

Go ahead, toe the line and give me the same old B.S propaganda in support of the war on terrorism that you were taught to repeat.

**Reba** · 01-08-2009, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by BradB08

How are people supposed to pay for the ridiculous war on terrorism when the economy is in the toilet?

Come to think of it, the war on terrorism drains billions of dollars from the pockets of Americans every year and what has it accomplished?

Go ahead, toe the line and give me the same old B.S propaganda in support of the war on terrorism that you were taught to repeat.

Since you think you know me, who, pray tell, taught me to repeat "the same old B.S. propaganda?"

If you can live with the consequences of the USA quitting its war on terror, OK for you.

**Jiro** · 01-08-2009, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Reba

Since you think you know me, who, pray tell, taught me to repeat "the same old B.S. propaganda?"

If you can live with the consequences of the USA quitting its war on terror, OK for you.

ouch. good comeback. ouch... ouch... I'm afraid I have to agree with you there but I'm split on it though. My left side said - GET OUT OF IRAQ! but my right side said - ok fine but it'll be more expensive and troubling in the future.

this sucks... but I'm just glad I'm not in position to decide on such difficult matter.

BradB08 · 01-08-2009, 03:32 AM

What consequences are you talking about? Not living in a constant state of fear? I'd gladly take that consequence over the increased hatred towards the US from the Arab world.

**Reba** · 01-08-2009, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by BradB08

What consequences are you talking about? Not living in a constant state of fear? I'd gladly take that consequence over the increased hatred towards the US from the Arab world.

Do you sincerely believe that will happen if we quit the war on terror?

We weren't actively conducting a war on terror prior to 9/11 or any other terror attacks against USA property or people. There was hate for Americans by Arabs prior to the war on terror. So what makes you think all would be safe and sound without the war? Would all threats of terror attacks against Americans vanish?

SeanB · 01-08-2009, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Reba

Do you sincerely believe that will happen if we quit the war on terror?

We weren't actively conducting a war on terror prior to 9/11 or any other terror attacks against USA property or people. There was hate for Americans by Arabs prior to the war on terror. So what makes you think all would be safe and sound without the war? Would all threats of terror attacks against Americans vanish?

He does not have the whole story and history nailed yet, not worth it Reba, I know you are right on target with your posts. Move on and relax, let's find out what Obama has in store for us.

**Reba** · 01-08-2009, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by S.O.B.

...let's find out what Obama has in store for us.

You're right. It doesn't really matter what our expectations are on Obama's priorities; we will soon find out.

**Jiro** · 01-08-2009, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by S.O.B.

He does not have the whole story and history nailed yet, not worth it Reba, I know you are right on target with your posts. Move on and relax, let's find out what Obama has in store for us.

He does have the whole story but we all simply have different views on handling it - just like people who prefer life sentence for criminals who committed twisted murders while others want death penalty.

PowerON · 01-08-2009, 11:55 AM

1. increase big brother watch us
2. revenge on terrorist
3. build awesome wall on border.

**Jiro** · 01-08-2009, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by PowerON

1. increase big brother watch us
2. revenge on terrorist
3. build awesome wall on border.

epic fail. sorry but that will come to end on January 20th. THANKS GOD!

SeanB · 01-08-2009, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Jiro

He does have the whole story but we all simply have different views on handling it - just like people who prefer life sentence for criminals who committed twisted murders while others want death penalty.

You're insane! LOL Really, I know about respecting opinion, but knowing how to drive a point? It gets old fast, plus it breeds trash talk at times. BTW, about the above post - FRY 'IM!

BradB08 · 01-08-2009, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by S.O.B.

He does not have the whole story and history nailed yet, not worth it Reba, I know you are right on target with your posts. Move on and relax, let's find out what Obama has in store for us.

I think you both are paranoid in regards to terrorism. That's just an observation.

**Foxrac** · 01-08-2009, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Reba

Since you think you know me, who, pray tell, taught me to repeat "the same old B.S. propaganda?"

If you can live with the consequences of the USA quitting its war on terror, OK for you.

Obama support to keep the Afghan war and increase troopers in Afghan then his comment wouldn't going be answer.

Brad, it looks you trust to Al Qaeda.

Texan Guy · 01-08-2009, 10:09 PM

Well, I'm expecting that Hussein Admintration are going to focus on economics and wars rather than the gun issues. The gun issues aren't crisis for the USA. The economics are the crisis for the USA.

BradB08 · 01-08-2009, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Foxrac

Brad, it looks you trust to Al Qaeda.

And it looks like you're wrong. That's one of the lamest assumptions I've ever seen on here.

**Foxrac** · 01-08-2009, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BradB08

And it looks like you're wrong. That's one of the lamest assumptions I've ever seen on here.

I really don't care but there's pity for you.

Withdrawal from Afghan war is biggest mistake, it wouldn't be good idea to do.

Texan Guy · 01-08-2009, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BradB08

1. Economy
2. End wars in Iraq and Afghanistan
3. Prosecute members of the Bush administration. War Crimes Tribunals, etc.
4. UFO/Extraterrestrial Disclosure

You kidding, right?

View Poll Results: Obama´s FIRST priority should be
Economy	26	65.00%
Iraq war	4	10.00%
Health Care	1	2.50%
Foreign Policy	2	5.00%
Fighting terrorism	4	10.00%
Other	3	7.50%
Voters: 40. You may not vote on this poll

11-16-2008, 09:01 PM	#32 (permalink)
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11-17-2008, 01:07 AM	#36 (permalink)
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11-16-2008, 09:19 PM	#34 (permalink)
Tousi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 15,794	I believe that, in reality, what happens is the security of our way of life comes first, regardless what the popular opinion is. I think both will be worked toward equally fervently.

11-17-2008, 10:01 AM	#37 (permalink)
Secretblend Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 3,747	It really doesn't matter what he should focus on first cause they all will hit Obama at once. He will have to deal with everything from beginning. The problems will be going to him the moment they starts. He won't really have a choice of what he can deal with first or next after that.

11-17-2008, 03:01 PM	#38 (permalink)
deafbajagal Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Posts: 5,171	IMO, the truth is...he's just the President- there's really not much he can do. It's really the Legislature Branch that will make the most impact. Our culture puts so much spotlight on "the" President...but in reality his hands are somewhat tied. He cannot make laws. He cannot enforce them. All he can do is sign or veto what is in front of him. Geting the piece of paper (law) over to him is what we need to do...so it's the Legislature Branch we should be pushing for the changes we so desperately need. The impact he can make is with the military branch, since he's also the Commander. That's where all of the non-existing money is going...flushes the toliet for dramatic effect

11-25-2008, 08:55 AM	#39 (permalink)
LinuxGold Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Elkton, MD Posts: 2,463	In my opinion, the President should LOBBY (encouraging Legislature which process laws) for health care FIRST to fix the source of our economic problem (health care have the uttermost power to ruin credit standings.) Once when health care issues have been resolved, it will help families (hint, our source) to better handle their inner economy. We DEPEND on health care because that is something that we CANNOT live without. Businesses are taking advantage of that weakness amongst ourselves. THEN once when families can handle their inner economy, THEN have the President to work on the economy issues, giving the guide to both BUSINESS and CUSTOMERS (again, our source of problem.) Finally, with economy fixed, we can use our solid economy to be able to provide whatever foreign policies require.

01-08-2009, 01:05 AM	#43 (permalink)
BradB08 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vermont Posts: 2,676 Blog Entries: 1	1. Economy 2. End wars in Iraq and Afghanistan 3. Prosecute members of the Bush administration. War Crimes Tribunals, etc. 4. UFO/Extraterrestrial Disclosure

01-08-2009, 03:32 AM	#47 (permalink)
BradB08 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vermont Posts: 2,676 Blog Entries: 1	What consequences are you talking about? Not living in a constant state of fear? I'd gladly take that consequence over the increased hatred towards the US from the Arab world.

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