Reply #62: When I read a post like yours

[kad7777]

I get truly frightened.

First, the Republicans are not afraid of Hillary. They're doing everything in their power to make her the nominee. That in itself will energize their base like there was no tomorrow. The Clintons (especially Hillary) are hated beyond belief by the Republicans. They will come out in groves to vote against her. This is what they are counting on.

Second, and most importantly (and this is why your post frightens me), we really must look beyond "one issue" voting. This next election is not about electing the first woman because she's a woman, or electing the first African American, or voting solely because of gay rights, or abortion, or ANY "one issue", or "one reason". This Presidential election is so critical to the future of our country, it is beyond words. We must elect someone who is qualified. Qualified at every level. Our young men and women are spilling their blood and losing their lives abroad. There is Armageddon in the Middle east, turmoil in Pakistan (a nuclear power), tensions in Iran, Syria, Israel, China and now Russia. We have lost credibility and strength with our allies, and are sinking in a quagmire. Our nation desperately needs a President who can mend it. Rebuild our nation to greatness. An America we can all be proud of once again. Our next President must have:

1) Intelligence
2) Experience in ALL phases of government
3) Strength
4) Respect from world leaders
5) Diplomacy
6) Command of issues
7) Solutions to problems that face our nation
8) Honesty
9) Integrity
10) Respect and trust from his peers
11) Respect and trust from the people who follow him
12) an EXPERT in foreign policy

There is only one candidate running (on both sides of the aisle) who fits this criteria. And that candidate is Senator Joseph Biden.

Please people, don't be a "just because" voter. Do your homework. Compare the candidates and then decide what's best for our country, and for people around the world.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtGCaqOdIJ4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUC8LeZ1hM4