Depends on what you think about Obama's plan I guess. Both candidates support a cap and trade policy, but Obama's is geared towards auctioning the carbon permits through a system to generate more government revenue. McCain plans for many credits and to just let the market price these permits. Obama's approach is fairly aggressive (with equally aggressive results in reducing carbon emissions though) and I think the critics are worried the auctioning will hurt some of the 'smaller' coal plants?greepoman said:
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PoliGAF Election Day 2008 Thread of A New Dawn in America (OBAMA ELECT)
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BenjaminBirdie
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All right, come on guys. Scarbs made a Wilco reference with Fred Armisen. Can we stop hating him now?
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artredis1980
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Some good news from Montana, nearly 180,000 people have voted in Montana, thats roughtly 40% of the total vote in 2004 where a total of 450,000 people voted.
Obama leads 61 to 35 among those 180,000 people
thats nearly 110,000 voted for Obama and 63,000 for McCain
so for the 270,000 voters for election day, its estimated McCain leads Obama 53 to 40
that means McCain is projected to have a total of 206,000 votes
and Obama is projected to have a total of 218,000 votes
thats extremely close, but for McCain its even closer because not all of those 53% may show up to vote and Obamas GOTV effort might top him over in montana
Obama leads 61 to 35 among those 180,000 people
thats nearly 110,000 voted for Obama and 63,000 for McCain
so for the 270,000 voters for election day, its estimated McCain leads Obama 53 to 40
that means McCain is projected to have a total of 206,000 votes
and Obama is projected to have a total of 218,000 votes
thats extremely close, but for McCain its even closer because not all of those 53% may show up to vote and Obamas GOTV effort might top him over in montana
mckmas8808
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Obama has the lead in early voting in Montana? DAMN! So when the votes are first counted will Obama be in the lead for like the first 30 minutes?
pretty much. I didn't vote 2004 (and don't regret it) and I am registered and voting this election. when polls are predicting one of the highest voter turn outs in history, comparing against 2004 seems silly.TheKingsCrown said:
edit - nm... didn't see that the 2004 was the highest turnout of all time.
Future PhaZe
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If McCain wins Florida and PA...are we fucked?
artredis1980
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In Ohio, of those who have already voted, Obama leads McCain 65 to 34 percent
On voters who will vote on Election day, McCain leads Obama 54 to 44
On voters who will vote on Election day, McCain leads Obama 54 to 44
artredis1980
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Dark FaZe said:
he would then need to win CO, NM, NV and VA to win
aesop said:
You should send them Wikipedia links so they can read up on what the definition of socialism & communism actually is.
I don't understand the socialism argument, it seems too 'silly' to use this as the main wedge against Obama the next four years. I think they will drop it right after the election to formulate a new way to de-legitimize his presidency.... because socialism is too lame to gain any traction.
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Nope, but then it would probably come down to Ohio again unless Obama grabs VA, then it would be Ohio or Nevada.Dark FaZe said:
electricpirate
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Dark FaZe said:
Nope, but this will be tougher.
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The libertarians in my office are in full "wait the fuck in line to get shitty treatment under Obama" mode. They fully believe that Obama is going to bring socialized medicine to the US.lawblob said:
This leads me to believe that a majority of people get their news from whichever outlet caters to their worldview the most instead of spreading it out. That, or that they are so in love with their own beliefs that they will demonize anything that isn't them.
It gets really old hearing that Obama is a socialist, and sadly I think it's here to stay.
...as an aside, I can instantly send those guys into a frenzy just by suggesting that I want retinal scanners all over the place like in Minority Report. They fucking lose it :lol
lawblob said:
It's impossible to argue legitimate points with these people. Sending them a wiki link would lead to more confusion and possible head 'splosions. One of the McCainiacs in my office actually tried to sell her car when the housing bubble popped so she could stock up on essentials to be prepared for the incoming depression.
typhonsentra
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I can't believe people are still concerned about Pennsylvania. The closest ANY poll has shown that race in over a month is a small handful within 4 points. Almost all others show it with Obama winning by double digits.
artredis1980
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In OHIO around 30% (but it may be upto 50%unconfirmed) of 2004 have already voted, Obama leads McCain by 65 to 34 percent
around 1.72 million have already voted in Oh, Obama has an estimated 1.12 million votes while McCain has around 0.61 million votes
On election day McCain is estimated to get 54% of the vote, while Obama 44
that means McCain is going to have a projected total of 2.78 million votes
Obama is going to have a projected total of 2.89 million votes
thats extremely close!
around 1.72 million have already voted in Oh, Obama has an estimated 1.12 million votes while McCain has around 0.61 million votes
On election day McCain is estimated to get 54% of the vote, while Obama 44
that means McCain is going to have a projected total of 2.78 million votes
Obama is going to have a projected total of 2.89 million votes
thats extremely close!
BenjaminBirdie
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I heard one very surprising thing today. The NBC poll that has Obama up by 8 today?
Four years ago on this very day it had Bush up by only one.
I'd say that says it all, wouldn't you?
Four years ago on this very day it had Bush up by only one.
I'd say that says it all, wouldn't you?
TheKingsCrown said:
Yeah, Gallup expects 64% voter turnout. The US census estimated the voting age population to be 227.7 million in January of this year. So the theoretical maximum number of voters is 145 million.
http://www.gallup.com/poll/111703/Final-Presidential-Estimate-Obama-55-McCain-44.aspx
http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/population/011463.html
Ignatz Mouse
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Ignatz Mouse said:
Not even a shout out?
ZeroTolerance
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artredis1980 said:
WILL YOU PEOPLE POST A FUCKING LINK WHEN POST THE NEWS TOO.
Sersiouly dude, you are awesome when it comes to posting important and un-important news as well but could you at least post a link to your source so we know you not pulling shit from your ass ?
kthxbye
artredis1980
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duderon said:
thats 64% of registered, not all of those 227 million are registered or eligible to vote
Jason's Ultimatum
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BenjaminBirdie said:
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artredis1980
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ZeroTolerance said:
Links: http://elections.gmu.edu/early_vote_2008.html
and http://publicpolicypolling.blogspot.com/
electricpirate
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Ignatz Mouse said:
WOOO congrats man.
GET THAT BABY TO THE POLLS!
artredis1980
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University of Cincinnati Poll:
OH: Obama 52, McCain 46 (UCinc-10/29-11/2)
edit: this result is WITH the undecideds allocated to who they are leaning for
OH: Obama 52, McCain 46 (UCinc-10/29-11/2)
edit: this result is WITH the undecideds allocated to who they are leaning for
SpeedingUptoStop
will totally Facebook friend you! *giggle* *LOL*
So when does the GAF "Who'd You Vote for?" poll go up?
BenjaminBirdie
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Farmboy said:So they tend to overestimate the dem vote?
Didn't he only win by three? What was the final tally? I might be thinking of Ohio numbers.
artredis1980
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Some Quinnipac additional numbers
Florida: Obama leads 47 to 45
Obama leads 51 to 38 those who have already voted, 54% of 2004 have already voted
OH: Obama leads 50 to 43
Obama leads 61 to 26 on early voters, around 30% of 2004 have already voted
This sample is huge, more than 1500 people for each state
http://www.quinnipiac.edu/x2882.xml?ReleaseID=1225
Florida: Obama leads 47 to 45
Obama leads 51 to 38 those who have already voted, 54% of 2004 have already voted
OH: Obama leads 50 to 43
Obama leads 61 to 26 on early voters, around 30% of 2004 have already voted
This sample is huge, more than 1500 people for each state
http://www.quinnipiac.edu/x2882.xml?ReleaseID=1225
BenjaminBirdie
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jmdajr said:
:O
artredis1980
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RCP changes for today
Minnesota has changed from strong obama to lean Obama
Minnesota has changed from strong obama to lean Obama
Mama Robotnik
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I've not posted in PoliGAF, but dipped in and out with fascination. I've been getting more news, polls and articles linked here ten-times faster than BBC's News Website. Thanks guys.
Like most of GAF, I'm despererate for Obama to win. In the past, I wouldn't have hated a McCain victory. But that was before he became a puppet shouting out vulgar soundbites for the proud-armies of ignorance, and choosing that woman for his running mate. He's a lost cause now.
Not that it matters, as I'm British and have no place voting in your election.
What amazes me is the fundementalist reaction. Not content with yelling 'terrorist' and 'behead him' at the rallies, some of the forums are actually labelling an Obama victory as Osama Bin Laden's Plan B.
There is no possible concievable way that this notion makes sense to a rational mind. Its pure angry emotion, trying to form a counter argument which simply bypasses those awkward obstructions, namely facts and evidence.
One way or another, the amount of angry people by Wednesday is going to be staggering.
Like most of GAF, I'm despererate for Obama to win. In the past, I wouldn't have hated a McCain victory. But that was before he became a puppet shouting out vulgar soundbites for the proud-armies of ignorance, and choosing that woman for his running mate. He's a lost cause now.
Not that it matters, as I'm British and have no place voting in your election.
What amazes me is the fundementalist reaction. Not content with yelling 'terrorist' and 'behead him' at the rallies, some of the forums are actually labelling an Obama victory as Osama Bin Laden's Plan B.
There is no possible concievable way that this notion makes sense to a rational mind. Its pure angry emotion, trying to form a counter argument which simply bypasses those awkward obstructions, namely facts and evidence.
One way or another, the amount of angry people by Wednesday is going to be staggering.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-cusack/no-currency-left-to-buy-t_b_140250.html
Good blog post by John Cusack..
Good blog post by John Cusack..
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