Do you think...it's over? [Archive]

dgreenshield

10-20-2008, 04:19 PM

I just saw an article about Palin stating she would support a constitutional ban on gay marriage, do you think for all practical purposes, this election is decided? There was a bookie in Ireland that has already paid all his bets out on our election...they decided it was over.

HLWalter725

10-20-2008, 04:23 PM

I'm not following you. Are you saying that Palin supporting gay marriage is the final nail in the coffin? I thought her stance on that was pretty clear from the beginning.

Regardless, I don't think its over, till its over. The votes haven't been counted yet -- most haven't even been cast. Its going to be a looong 2 weeks.

scribler

10-20-2008, 04:24 PM

I'm not following you. Are you saying that Palin supporting gay marriage is the final nail in the coffin? I thought her stance on that was pretty clear from the beginning.

I'm with you. I'm not sure how the two are related.

txmusicmom

10-20-2008, 04:25 PM

Palin only gives a vote if the Senate is tied if McCain /Palin wins the election.

McCain is not for it.

Executive, Legislative, Judicial

That is a Judicial decision.

dgreenshield

10-20-2008, 04:32 PM

no...I am just asking if that added yet another item to rally the troops to vote against or for Obama/McCain. I am curious since the bookie in Ireland paid out millions calling the election over and Obama the winner.

I personally think this is not only going to be a long 2 weeks but a longer month.

scribler

10-20-2008, 04:33 PM

No, I don't think the election is over. I do think the bookie is stupid to pay out early. He may regret that.

Scorpiosue1102

10-20-2008, 04:39 PM

It's not over until someone is giving a concession speech.

Heather Manning

10-20-2008, 04:41 PM

I'm with everyone else, it's not over til all ballots have been counted and all court cases over. :lol

dgreenshield

10-20-2008, 04:43 PM

I'm with everyone else, it's not over til all ballots have been counted and all court cases over. :lol

I think there may be a few of them.

strangejen

10-20-2008, 04:44 PM

I'd love for Obama to be the winner . . . but I'm not seeing the relevance of a bookie in Ireland? Sounds like the beginning of a bad joke (you know . . . a priest, a nun, and an Irish bookie are on a boat . . . )

Kater07

10-20-2008, 04:46 PM

I'm with everyone else, it's not over til all ballots have been counted and all court cases over. :lol

Yuppers, there will be several court cases to be heard, and Florida will likely have to recast all their votes with a chaperone nearby.

ayaandjudah

10-20-2008, 04:47 PM

lol heather.......
it is NEVER over until its over.

Hollie

10-20-2008, 05:11 PM

Well, I *wish* it was over. Does that count? :lol

scribler

10-20-2008, 05:12 PM

Yuppers, there will be several court cases to be heard, and Florida will likely have to recast all their votes with a chaperone nearby.

There is only county in Florida that is need of assistance and that is Palm Beach county. But I have come up with a plan. There ballots will be prepared, collected and counted by people in other counties. They seriously have major issues. (My dh and I really thought about taking away the right of PBC residents to vote, due to incompetence, but decided that would be wrong. :O) I have friends in that county that I know are perfectly capable of casting their ballots properly.)

Before I moved here, I too thought the entire state was filled with incompetent voters, now I know it's only one county.

Glueless Media

10-20-2008, 05:15 PM

I'm with everyone else, it's not over til all ballots have been counted and all court cases over. :lol

:lolLOL at you Heather but so true!

No its still a very close race and could still go either way..
All of those unsure States are only 1-2 point lead ......

http://www.cnn.com/ELECTION/2008/map/polling/

http://elections.foxnews.com/2008/10/20/fox-newsrasmussen-reports-poll-mccain-gains-slight-lead-florida-ohio/

It's still any mans race.
( a conservative and a liberal news source):wub

Microferk ~ Miki Ferkul

10-20-2008, 05:17 PM

I'm with everyone else, it's not over til all ballots have been counted and all court cases over. :lol

No truer words have ever been spoken.

snaggletooth75

10-20-2008, 05:21 PM

When you see Oprah singing on TV then you'll know its over LOL

hellosunshine

10-20-2008, 06:45 PM

When you see Oprah singing on TV then you'll know its over[/COLOR] LOL

:rofl2:rofl2

I know we don't agree politically, but this is too hilarious--I hope she's singing a happy song!

mama_pajama

10-20-2008, 06:51 PM

:lolLOL at you Heather but so true!

No its still a very close race and could still go either way..
All of those unsure States are only 1-2 point lead ......

http://www.cnn.com/ELECTION/2008/map/polling/

http://elections.foxnews.com/2008/10/20/fox-newsrasmussen-reports-poll-mccain-gains-slight-lead-florida-ohio/

It's still any mans race.
( a conservative and a liberal news source):wub

I don't like that CNN map. It counts the popular vote, not electoral votes. We all know from the 2000 election that the popular vote doesn't matter, the electoral votes do.

scrapper_gal

10-20-2008, 07:04 PM

Some of the polls today showed the gap actually decreased so I think we are still in for a bumpy ride.

Theresa Hernandez

10-20-2008, 07:23 PM

Absolutely not over yet. Anything can happen in the next two weeks.

daly

10-20-2008, 08:17 PM

I don't like that CNN map. It counts the popular vote, not electoral votes. We all know from the 2000 election that the popular vote doesn't matter, the electoral votes do.

Yeah, and hopefully they will count all the military votes this time too!

quote (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politicselections/nation/president/2004-10-29-military-vote_x.htm):
In 2000, for example, Florida officials disqualified 1,527 military votes because they lacked postmarks. George W. Bush won Florida — and the presidency — by 537 votes.
The military traditionally votes Republican. In one recent informal survey of the armed forces and their family members, 72% of respondents said they favored Bush over Democrat John Kerry.

Gina.Maria

10-21-2008, 01:35 AM

When you see Oprah singing on TV then you'll know its over LOL

That's a little mean, don't you think?

daly

10-21-2008, 05:01 AM

That's a little mean, don't you think?

I don't get it....? Why is this a mean statement? Oprah very publicly endorses Obama.....wouldn't she be happy if he wins?

Charlene

10-21-2008, 05:04 AM

I don't get it....? Why is this a mean statement? Oprah very publicly endorses Obama.....wouldn't she be happy if he wins?

I sounds like a dig on her being fat "It ain't over till the fat lady sings" which, I agree, is uncalled for.

To answer the OP, no, I do NOT think it's over.

Keely~B

10-21-2008, 05:12 AM

It's not over until the POTUS is sworn in.

daly

10-21-2008, 05:53 AM

I sounds like a dig on her being fat "It ain't over till the fat lady sings" which, I agree, is uncalled for.

To answer the OP, no, I do NOT think it's over.

Ohhhhhhhh.....thanks. I was puzzled over that....

snaggletooth75

10-21-2008, 08:50 AM

IM FAT LMAO Trust me at least I can have a sense of humor about it
:lol:lol:lol:lol:lol PLUS Oprah endorses Obama do you not think she will sing if he wins!
Either way I AM A FAT lady and I wont be singing

I sounds like a dig on her being fat "It ain't over till the fat lady sings" which, I agree, is uncalled for.

To answer the OP, no, I do NOT think it's over.

Charlene

10-21-2008, 08:51 AM

IM FAT LMAO Trust me at least I can have a sense of humor about it
:lol:lol:lol:lol:lol PLUS Oprah endorses Obama do you not think she will sing
Either way I AM A FAT lady and I wont be singing

what makes you think she will sing? I don't recall her singing on her show?

snaggletooth75

10-21-2008, 08:54 AM

Ummmmm no. I am fat I can laugh at that statement at least:lol Im proud of my junk!
That's a little mean, don't you think?

snaggletooth75

10-21-2008, 08:56 AM

:duh OMG your right. Then maybe Rosie will sing. I love Rosie!

what makes you think she will sing? I don't recall her singing on her show?

Charlene

10-21-2008, 09:00 AM

Ok, I guess I'm not seeing the funny in it *shrug*

Microferk ~ Miki Ferkul

10-21-2008, 09:03 AM

Well, at the very least- we all know Ellen will dance!

snaggletooth75

10-21-2008, 09:03 AM

Sorry :(. I thought it was. Guess its cause Im large and in charge that I can see the humor and the fact it was a joke.

snaggletooth75

10-21-2008, 09:04 AM

I ADORE Ellen. Her dancing is the best!!!
:love
Well, at the very least- we all know Ellen will dance!

mama_pajama

10-21-2008, 09:07 AM

My mom has been overweight my whole life, and she definitely has a sense of humor about it. But she NEVER made fun of others for being overweight and she taught us to behave the same way. Making fun of people is disrespectful. Period.

snaggletooth75

10-21-2008, 09:19 AM

Oprah isnt even FAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! First of all! I have the utmost respect for Oprah.
I see candiadtes made fun of DAILY here. Whether they talk funny, they are OLD. Yet thats okay and I make a joke and its social warfare.
Im just gonna go back to eating my McDonald's.

My mom has been overweight my whole life, and she definitely has a sense of humor about it. But she NEVER made fun of others for being overweight and she taught us to behave the same way. Making fun of people is disrespectful. Period.

strangejen

10-21-2008, 09:30 AM

mmmmmmmmmmmm . . . McDonald's. :)

Heather Manning

10-21-2008, 09:34 AM

I know, I'm sitting here wanting a quarter pounder with cheese right now. And I so don't need that. But man, it sounds so good.

snaggletooth75

10-21-2008, 09:38 AM

You want some of mine:) Its gonna go to my computer butt!!!:blush
I know, I'm sitting here wanting a quarter pounder with cheese right now. And I so don't need that. But man, it sounds so good.

Heather Manning

10-21-2008, 09:41 AM

You want some of mine:) Its gonna go to my computer butt!!!:blush

Pass me some man! I'm sitting here thinking, McDonald's is only 1/2 a mile down the road. I can practically smell it from here. I'm trying so hard to be good with this pregnancy. But it's calling my name. You just can't mention food around me period right now. :lol:lol:lol

snaggletooth75

10-21-2008, 09:44 AM

Oh not good when your preggers a McD so close:( I have one down the road and it taunted me every day when I was pregnant :lol
Pass me some man! I'm sitting here thinking, McDonald's is only 1/2 a mile down the road. I can practically smell it from here. I'm trying so hard to be good with this pregnancy. But it's calling my name. You just can't mention food around me period right now. :lol:lol:lol

strangejen

10-21-2008, 09:49 AM

I have one down the road and it taunted me every day when I was pregnant

I have to drive by about 5 to get home, not to mention the Arby's, Sonics, Wendy's . . .

snaggletooth75

10-21-2008, 09:53 AM

Whats Sonic????????? LOL And is it good:lol
I have to drive by about 5 to get home, not to mention the Arby's, Sonics, Wendy's . . .

strangejen

10-21-2008, 09:57 AM

OMG, SONIC RULES!!!

Sonic Drive-In (http://www.sonicdrivein.com/)

You're missing out. We literally have one 1/2 a mile from my house. :)

kjbstevens

10-21-2008, 09:57 AM

Whats Sonic????????? LOL And is it good:lol
Extra long chili cheese conies with tator tots are on sale for $2.99 at the Sonic here. Yum. It's a drive in type place. Some is gross as most fast food but the hot dogs are great. Just make sure to check the bottoms because they have a problem with giving out moldy buns occasionally. Probably doesn't make it sound great but hey one bad experience will scar you for life. Awesome ice cream drinks too.

Who knows what is going to happen. Obama had some momentum but now that stuff is starting to go towards being safer with our money around here he is losing some. I live in a non-Obama friendly area to start with though so you can't gauge things by here or apparently the McCain heads posted over his body down the road here. I swear people have gone and lost their minds. Okay I think the kids are waking up. Gotta get back into the Blue's Clue mode instead of Politics now.

Miss Chris

10-21-2008, 10:00 AM

Oprah isnt even FAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! First of all! I have the utmost respect for Oprah.
I see candiadtes made fun of DAILY here. Whether they talk funny, they are OLD. Yet thats okay and I make a joke and its social warfare.
Im just gonna go back to eating my McDonald's.
Snaggletooth, you and I could not be more opposed in our views, but I have to say that you make me laugh everytime!

Heather Manning

10-21-2008, 10:01 AM

Extra long chili cheese conies with tator tots are on sale for $2.99 at the Sonic here. Yum. It's a drive in type place. Some is gross as most fast food but the hot dogs are great. Just make sure to check the bottoms because they have a problem with giving out moldy buns occasionally. Probably doesn't make it sound great but hey one bad experience will scar you for life. Awesome ice cream drinks too.

Ok, you guys. the nearest Sonic is like 15 miles away. STOP! I love their conies!

That's it, I'm off to get a quarter pounder and my 4 year old is already begging for a barbie toy. Please mom?????

strangejen

10-21-2008, 10:03 AM

the french toast sticks are MY favorite. and you can't beat being able to get breakfast foods in a drive-through at 11 p.m. LOL

lunafaerie

10-21-2008, 10:41 AM

I worked at Sonic in high school, best job I've ever had, but mostly because we had a truly awesome manager.

Now I live 3 hours from the closest Sonic, the only thing I don't like about living in the SF Bay Area, LOL. But I'd probably weigh 300 pounds if there was one closer, LOL.

strangejen

10-21-2008, 10:43 AM

But I'd probably weigh 300 pounds if there was one closer, LOL.

we're way off topic, but this is more fun anyway.

I grew up in a small rural town with NO fast food. I was convinced that once I moved to a city, I would have McDonald's and Taco Bell EVERY DAY. And I did, for a short while . . . but then you get used to it and it's not so special anymore. LOL. But i have to agree with the pregnant thing . . . temptation is SO hard to pass up when you're pregnant! I used to get a chocolate milkshake like every day on my way home, my last month of pregnancy!!!

Gina.Maria

10-21-2008, 11:29 PM

Stop, please!:lolYou guys are gonna make me puke! :( I've lived without all those places for three years and the only place I miss is Taco Bell. Ugh, American fast food is so unhealthy!

scribler

10-22-2008, 01:59 AM

Whats Sonic????????? LOL And is it good:lol

Sonic is so awesome!! I grew up eating Sonic. And it is so good. When I got married I moved far away from Sonic. But we've finally got one close enough to go on a regular basis. Yummy!! (Man, I need a Chili Cheese Coney and Tater Tots. Yum!!)

Theresa Hernandez

10-22-2008, 10:34 AM

Stop, please!:lolYou guys are gonna make me puke! :( I've lived without all those places for three years and the only place I miss is Taco Bell. Ugh, American fast food is so unhealthy!

I'm with you. Fast food burgers just make me want to gag. They're so greasy... but, I must admit, my fast food guilty pleasure is a Jack-in-the-Box taco, which really, couldn't qualify as a taco in any other country, I'm sure. They may actually be the worst fast food on the planet, but got hooked on them in college... no real reason to ask why, I'm sure you can all figure it out :-)

kjbstevens

10-22-2008, 10:42 AM

Do any of you all have Pal's. The fries with the red stuff on them, I think it's Lawry's, are just the best. We don't have them here. I miss that almost most about home.