Settle down, Amos.

My comment about Obama as the "Black Messiah" was aimed at those who are attempting to make this into a race-race. As to his record on Iraq, Carol C. has already noted, "Obama voted to fund the war. He also voted to re-authorize the Patriot Act."

Kucinich is the only candidate with a proven track record.   

Seems like the machinery is conspiring against him, though.

Thats politics. Once again, voters will have to choose the least offensive candidate which is what discourages people from voting at all. Once again, the U.S. will have to pander to corporate interests. Nothing will change.

Personally, I like Obama's message but change for the sake of change is not something I'd vote for. If elected, Obama will do whatever the Democratic machine tells him to do. That makes him very similar to most presidents. The difference is that Obama is an orator with a near perfect image which appeals to a wide range of voters. That doesn't mean he is able to make any real changes.

Hope is not the same thing as action.