"That's American Politics, Pure and Simple"

[n_huffhines]

At least Samuel L is honest about it. Americans tend to vote on a very superficial level. Down with democracy!

“I voted for Barack because he was black. ’Cuz that’s why other folks vote for other people — because they look like them,” Jackson said. “That’s American politics, pure and simple."

Samuel L. Jackson: ‘I Voted for Barack Because He Was Black’ | TheBlaze.com

 

[VOLatile]

I wouldn't have pegged you as someone that reads The Blaze, Baker.

 

[n_huffhines]

And ironically, he finishes with this puzzling statement:

Jackson continued, “It’s not politics. It is not economics. It all boils down to pretty much to race. It is a shame.”

 

[n_huffhines]

I wouldn't have pegged you as someone that reads The Blaze, Baker.

I don't regularly. Reason linked to the article. If something sparks my interest, I'll check it out, no matter the source. I'm all over the place. I read Huffington somewhat frequently, and very rarely read Drudge.

 

[VOLatile]

Just don't stray down to the comments and the stupidity is fairly restricted on that article. Gotta commend Samuel L. Jackson for being honest.

 

[GAVol]

Breaking news . . . People gravitate toward people they have something in common with.

 

[IBlvNTmWrk]

Just don't stray down to the comments and the stupidity is fairly restricted on that article. Gotta commend Samuel L. Jackson for being honest.

Would you also commend a tea partier if they made a similar statement as to why they didn't vote for Barack?

 

[lawgator1]

The first major party black candidate and black people, who had never had the opportunity before, voted for him ? Shocking.

Face it: some blacks voted for him because he's black, some whites voted against him because he's black.

 

[utvolpj]

Face it: some blacks voted for him because he's black, all whites voted against him because he's black.

what you really wanted to say

 

[allvol123]

The first major party black candidate and black people, who had never had the opportunity before, voted for him ? Shocking.
.

And the excuse the second time around will be.......?

 

[tim]

Does he really think BO made it to the WH solely with black voters?

 

[volinbham]

Face it: some blacks voted for him because he's black, some whites voted against him because he's black.

Somehow I'm guessing you think one of these reasons is perfectly legit and the other is horribly wrong.

 

[dreVol]

this is what Ive gathered this far.
1. if you're white and you didn't and don't plan to vote for Obama, you are racist.
2. if you're white and you voted for Obama in 2008, you've kinda sorta atoned for the sins of white people from America's past. However, to prove you're truly not a racist, you have to vote for him again. otherwise, you're a racist.

 

[BeecherVol]

Jackson is havin white guilt issues.

 

[zjcvols]

this is what Ive gathered this far.
1. if you're white and you didn't and don't plan to vote for Obama, you are racist.
2. if you're white and you voted for Obama in 2008, you've kinda sorta atoned for the sins of white people from America's past. However, to prove you're truly not a racist, you have to vote for him again. otherwise, you're a racist.

3. If you're white and you voted for Obama in 2008, it's because John McCain sucked as a candidate.

 

[BeecherVol]

I voted against him because I felt bad for the guys that keep up with the national debt numbers. I hope they are union.

 

[OrangeEmpire]

The first major party black candidate and black people, who had never had the opportunity before, voted for him ? Shocking.

Face it: some blacks voted for him because he's black, some whites voted against him because he's black.

Yet another lg nugget

 

[YorkVol]

3. If you're white and you voted for Obama in 2008, it's because John McCain sucked as a candidate.

Exactly.

But, sadly this is precisely why the country is the most segregated on Sunday mornings.

 

[BigPapaVol]

And ironically, he finishes with this puzzling statement:

And it's stupid, since race has almost never been a differentiator in presidential elections prior.

 

[Cartervol]

He's only half black.

 

[KiffinKiller]

Samuel L? He's as black as you can get, mfer!

 

[Cartervol]

Samuel L? He's as black as you can get, mfer!

Obama. It really doesn't matter what color you are, just do the job you were hired for. That part he has failed at. I know i know it's Bush's fault.

 

[dreVol]

He's only half black.

iirc, wasn't that one of Al Sharpton or Jesse Jackson's arguments against Obama?

 

[Panthro]

This explanation goes beyond race. It also goes for whatever letter (D or R) is beside the candidate's name.
I'll admit that I've voted Republican for offices I didn't even know existed, just because it said "R" by their name. I'll also admit that, like Jules, I have regretted that.

 

[lawgator1]

Is it racist for a black person to vote for Obama because he thinks he will do things that help black people?