Things you like about President Obama?

2015-01-14T11:41:13-05:00

We have seen many things about our POTUS that many do not like about him, and while we have all had leaders we did not like, we could usually pick out a few things, or traits/characteristics you could use or emulate.

So, list the things you do like, keep it professional as always. What did momma say? "If you have nothing nice to say, don't say nothing all."

I'll start:
(1) President Obama broke the racial barrier. He earned an education, became a Senator and a lawyer and is now the President.
(2) He has given millions a hope that one day they can do something great, especially those from under privileged areas.

(3) He has largely supported the military until as of recently with the downsizing, which is inevitable in every decade, our leaders have to make cuts...we keep only the best and brightest, right?

(4) He is a very supportive husband and father, and we need strong father role models in today's society where fathers are as rare as a long term-marriage.

I believe he honestly wants good things for America...I don't necessarily agree with the way he is going about it.

(5) He authorized the killing of Osama Bin Laden.

I know there aren't many fans on RP, but if there is something you like, share it if you dare.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 11:45 AM

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the day after 2017 inauguration I will post.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 11:45 AM

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I completely back him when it comes to the keystone xl pipeline. We need to stray away from fossil fuels. I also think he's handling the drawdown in Afghanistan much better than Iraq. He's got good and bad qualities as all leaders do but I think the people who call him the worse president ever are willfully putting on blinders

Response by SSG Trevor S. made Jan 14 at 2015 11:45 AM

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He boldly broke the barriers of Don't Ask Don't Tell, allowing Service Members to serve without fear.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 11:46 AM

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Sorry but I have to heavily disagree with all of your points except for #3.

Response by SSG Joe Huizar made Jan 14 at 2015 11:50 AM

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I DON'T LIKE THE DUDE!

All he does is talk but no action.

1. Look at Syria
2. Look at Iraq - Here we go again, same O shit again!!!
3. Now we run from the terrorist. he wants to stop the media from posting anti-islam cartoons and articles....!!! WTF.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 11:51 AM

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I am emphatic to think that every President we elect is representative of what the people want. We didn't want McCain, or Romney....both represented a rich white man. I know where you are going with your statement and you have every right to believe whatever you like, it's what keeps our country great. Carry On!

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 11:55 AM

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I can't fix my typos...from my cell phone...Sorry damn auto correct.

Response by MSgt Michael Durkee made Jan 14 at 2015 11:59 AM

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I like that he's a smoker, whether he actually is trying to quit or not.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 12:09 PM

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Tactical targeting...yep, I'm pro drone strikes as well, SFC.

Response by SPC Todd Fitzgerald made Jan 14 at 2015 12:16 PM

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Absolutely love this question, oftentimes detractors simply cannot or will not employ critical reasoning in order to ascertain a single positive quality, but I will always find something I like for each of our leaders. He recently came out in support of making community college available for free to those "willing to work for it". I joined the service in order to afford going to a full university and I have a great appreciation for what it's worth to me, but I really love that when he had an opportunity in front of the camera that day he chose to espouse the importance of available and accessible higher education. I think that is something he truly believes in and that it is an incredibly important focus for our society as a factor of our collective and global contributions to humanity.

Response by SGM Mikel Dawson made Jan 14 at 2015 12:16 PM

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SSG Michael LoGiudice,

I'll chime right in with you and list all the things I like about President Obama:
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Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 12:49 PM

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I like the cut of his jib.

Response by LCpl Steve Wininger made Jan 14 at 2015 12:51 PM

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I like the fact his second term is half over and we only have to deal with him for a couple more years.

Response by PO1 Chris Crawley made Jan 14 at 2015 12:59 PM

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Uh......he likes beer

Response by COL Jean (John) F. B. made Jan 14 at 2015 1:07 PM

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I will admit that I have a strong dislike for President Obama and honestly feel he is on a course to destroy our country and everything it stands for. I will give him the benefit of the doubt and assume that it is just because of his socialistic/communistic/progressive ideology and not some nefarious Islamic plot. Regardless, he has done more to destroy this country than anybody in the history of our great nation.

To address some of the points made in the opening of this thread:

"President Obama broke the racial barrier. He became educated, and became a Senator, a lawyer and now the President. He has given millions a hope that one day they can do something great, especially those from under privileged areas."

While that may be true, he continues to cause an enormous racial divide in this country by his racist attitude, appointees, policies, and personal actions. While the hope was that he would be the "great uniter", he has done exactly the opposite and it appears that is not by accident.

"He has largely supported the military until as of recently with the downsizing, which is inevitable in every decade, our leaders have to make cuts...we keep only the best and brightest, right?"

He has shown public disdain for all things military and has continued to push a liberal social engineering agenda on the military.

"He is a very supportive husband and father, and we need strong father role models in today's society where fathers are as rare as a long term-marriage."

While that I agree that he appears to be a very supportive husband and father, he is no role model. He openly supports immoral conduct/lifestyles; supports the murder of innocent babies; has done nothing to address the biggest issue in the black community, absentee fathers and black-on-black murder/crimes; and is openly racist. Some role model...

Having said that, what do I admire about him? Nothing... Not one damn thing. As I have stated on numerous times in many similar RP threads, he is the most corrupt, inept, racist, divisive and immoral president this country has ever had and likely will ever have.

Response by MSG William Wold made Jan 14 at 2015 1:36 PM

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The only thing that I can credit Obama of being able to do good, is read. He's a good reader (That's an "R", not with an "L") However if he doesn't have the teleprompter in front of him, he can hardly hold a conversation.
I've worked in the private sector for many a years. I've had blacks, Hispanics, women work for me. Frankly, I hired the most qualified. I didn't look at their skin. When hiring entry level, I had a couple manual dexterity tests, that did not require talking or writing, so their language or educational degree didn't mean anything. I had the biggest amount of women and non white people working for me, and my crew out did the other two shifts. There wasn't any drauma, they came to work, gave me both quality and quantity time. They are out there, go find them.. And you will be happy.
Fact is a lot of people voted for him solely because of the color. But he is not black. He has a biological white mother. Some voted for him solely because they thought it was time to have a black person in power to set a precedence.
To say he has supported the military, when he took office, as uneducated as he was and still is of the military, told the troops to get their own health care, after all, you volunteered..
I'm not sure where you want to Bash Bush in the off topic statements and put this guy on a pedestal I certainly am not going to put him on any pedestal, unless it's one heading out of town.
Since the comments have already gone off track of the original question, I will bring myself down to that level and do the same. this information is public record, not made up.
January 3rd, 2007 the DOW was 12,621.77
GDP was 3.5%
Unemployment rate was 4.5%
George Bush's Economic policies set a record of 52 straight months of Job Creation. (That is going back to the second year in office by the way)
I mention January 3, 2007 is when Democrats took control of both the House and Senate.
Bills do not start at the top and work down. Presidents can only suggest, unless he wants to get out his illegal executive order pen, which our current president feels he can do. But the sadder part is, he's being allowed to do it. And how can anyone still blame Bush when Democrats have had total control of the total government system from the top down for well over 6 years?
During Bush's term, he asked congress 17 times to dismantle Freddie Mac/Fannie Mae's policies, created during the Clinton era of sub prime home loans, and he was called "chicken little" by Barney Frank, and Chris Dodd was standing behind him in that public statement and was snickering. Barney Frank was the head of the Housing Financial Services Committee, and Chris Dodd was the Senate Banking Committee. Just 18 months after that public statement was made, the banking and real estate industry started falling on it's face, for mostly the toxic sub-prime loans to people who should not have had them in the first place, and as true to prediction of the before that time parameters of risk factors that would have prevented or at least reduced the effect, they walked.
The total Democratic congress got away with massive spending bills because of the little disclaimer within the laws is when they can't come to an agreement, they can pass a "continuing resolution" , bypassing the President's veto signature.
So where was Obama in all this? A member of that congress. He voted for the massive spending bills, or Continuing Resolutions, when he was there. His attendance at the job he was voted in for he was absent more than he was present. (congressional attendance is public record)
If the Democrats inherited any deficit, it was the 2006 deficit, the last of the Republican's budgets, which at that time was the lowest in 5 years, and the 4th straight decline in deficit spending.
The military is being dismantled not because we no longer need it, it's because of the concept of the unaffordability of it, because so much money is being spent on social programs and handouts to people that have not earned any of it.
The world is living proof that sitting around the camp fire, joining hands and singing Kum-by-ah, with the people that would rather slit your throat isn't going to work.

Response by Sgt Packy Flickinger made Jan 14 at 2015 1:50 PM

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Sorry can't think of one

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 2:14 PM

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A lot has been said already and if I can sum them all up in one statement, I would say: He challenges the status quo. Love it or hate it he meant it when his slogans said it "Change" and "Forward". Some want him tried, hung, blotted out of history as ever been president (I heard worse) but I respect him just as I respected Bush, Clinton, or Regan.

Response by Sgt Packy Flickinger made Jan 14 at 2015 2:19 PM

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I will say one thing, Pandora's box has been opened with this post.

Can't wait to see how it fares in a couple of days.

Response by PO1 Jason Taylor made Jan 14 at 2015 3:01 PM

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Nothing

Response by PO3 Tom Allen made Jan 14 at 2015 3:01 PM

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I am a Navy Vet. After following this President for the last 6 years, I find him to be an appalling, lying and treasonous coward, period!

Response by SPC Christopher Smith made Jan 14 at 2015 4:17 PM

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-He managed not to get killed while in office.

-What I really like is his second term is coming to an end and the Republican party looks like a shoe in for office.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 5:58 PM

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I will begin by saying a quote "If you can't say anything nice, then don't say anything at all". Frankly I am very disappointed in the profound lack of professionalism in this thread. The thread was about what you LIKE about President Obama. Please keep in mind that he IS our twice elected Commander-in-Chief whether you like it or not, whether you voted for him or not. And for you officers (with all due respect) talking recklessly on here, I do believe there is a UCMJ Article pertaining to Contempt towards officials. Please be mindful. And to ALL those who were blatantly and openly disrespectful towards him, I will only ask you this one question since most here are leaders; if you saw your subordinates posting the type of stuff here about YOU that you are posting about the POTUS, what would you (HONESTLY) do to them?? I will leave it at that.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 14 at 2015 6:08 PM

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I'm going to have to go with the bro hug

Response by SGT Steven Montgomery made Jan 14 at 2015 9:22 PM

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That he only has two years left mostly. I like him as a person and he's obviously very smart and well spoken but his foreign affairs policies scare me. Not just because he didn't go to Paris or anything like that but radical islam is on the rise and if we don't do something about it soon I think the US is in BIG trouble. He doesn't seem to acknowledge that, at least in public, hope there is more going on behind the scenes than what we get to see.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2015 4:31 AM

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At least he isn't fat.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2015 7:04 AM

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I will say he is at least a good person and I don't believe he wishes ill will on America. I do at times get the impression that he thinks he knows more then anyone else. But I don't think he is intentionally trying to destroy us. But I personally do not agree with his actions or policies. In my humble opinion he has not been what America has needed. I have never spoken of the man in a derogatory evil manner and don't approve of anyone speaking derogatory with evil intent on anyone. One thing that has been very classy by Mr George Bush is just staying out of all the lime light, name calling and criticizing the current POTUS. Even though his character has been routinely attacked by many, even from his own party. Its something I would like to see from more former presidents.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2015 8:37 AM

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I really wish I would not have read this thread. I come to RallyPoint to engage in informative & educated conversation. SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member presented a topic and specifically asked to stay focused on that topic and to leave negativity aside. This group's inability to remain professional is very disheartening.

Response by LTC Herman Valentine made Jan 15 at 2015 12:15 PM

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Things I like about President Obama? Hmmmmmm....NOTHING! No President who truly loved the country, the constitution or the constituents would do or proposed the things this President has done or proposed!

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2015 12:57 PM

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http://youtu.be/ri8BOynRGnc

This was funny, especially when he donned the Sox cap with the crowd who was already booing. He seemed to have a good time.

President Obama throws out the first pitch

4/5/10: President Barack Obama throws out the first pitch before the Nationals' home opener Check out http://m.mlb.com/video for our full archive of videos, ...

Response by SGT Marvin "Dave" Bigham made Jan 15 at 2015 2:10 PM

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1- He is bold (maybe to the wrong people, but he has guts to do what HE sees that needs to be done. Better to take action (even incorrect) than to do nothing (well, lately, he's done nothing good).
2- He speaks well (after the education he received, he had better!).
3- He id facing term limits. (Thanks to God and the wisdom of our nation's forefathers).
4-...er... nope, that's it.

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2015 2:49 PM

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I like that he can't spend more than 2 terms in office.

Response by SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2015 3:54 PM

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He did what he said he would do. I think that's very rare for politicians these days. I find it hard to understand why so many people are upset with him when he's doing exactly what he said he would do and he won both elections in a landslide. He said he would end DADT and he did. He said he would get affordable healthcare for everyone, and he brought you the Affordable Care Act. He said he would bring combat troops out of Afghanistan and that has started. He said he would continue to hunt terrorists and has done so to include the mastermind of 9/11 Osama Bin Laden. He also said it would get worse before it got better, as America is a big ship to turn, we have found that that is also coming to pass. I'm not saying I'm his biggest fan, I'm just saying the man ran on a platform and his been checking things off the list since he's been in office. A list that the majority of the country approved of when he proposed it in his campaign. You really can't be mad at a man for doing what he said he would do. You at least got to respect that. It's not like he lied to you about WMD's and sent you to war over them where you lost a bunch of friends.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2015 4:06 PM

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I genuinely think he's a nice guy - would love to have a beer with him.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2015 7:32 PM

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Here's my Top 10:

Response by SPC Stewart Smith made Jan 15 at 2015 9:27 PM

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Obama has the worlds worst job. It doesn't matter what he does, at least half the population will hate him. So here is a list of what he accomplished without personal bias:
- Repealed don't ask don't tell
- Executive order auditing government contracts
- Stopped a bush led depression
- Banned federal contracts from discriminating against homosexuals
- 50% cost decrease of prescriptions for seniors
- National health care system(complete failure, yet a push toward the right direction)
- Ended war in Iraq
- No more bush ordered tortures
- Greatly increased Veterans support
- Healthier school lunches for children
- Ended the F-22
- Increased stem cell research(this will cure hundreds of deadly diseases in the future, aids is already looking like it may be out the door.)

So yes. A lot of people do not like Obama. A lot of people don't agree with him. But the man has done a lot of good.

Response by CPT Craig Church, ASLA, LEED GA made Jan 15 at 2015 10:38 PM

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There are many things I don't like about how Obama has managed things but I do like his resilience and grace under pressure. His angst shows more through his graying hair than his demeanor.

1. I like his gracefulness under pressure. Speaking clearly, calmly and knowing the English language.
2. His hard driven fight for the under-dogs, though he has met much resistance.
3. His fight for environmental policy though he has met much resistance,
4. Being a good family man, I have two daughters also and it takes finesse for a man to handle that.
5. He has not had a major terrorist incident in this country under his watch.
6. The economy is turning around, but not in a way I like.
7. He ended the war in Iraq.
8. He ended the war in Afghanistan.
9. He made the first successful attempt to fix the miffed up health care system in this country, though he has met much resistance.
10. He has not screwed up any personal relationships in his life. He is a good role model.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2015 11:29 PM

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I think he must be a pretty good dad. He was willing to wear a tiara with Girl Scouts:

Response by SGT Michael Glenn made Jan 16 at 2015 1:39 AM

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That he will not live forever.

Response by SGT Michael Glenn made Jan 16 at 2015 1:51 AM

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I think he is a waste of everything, he is a radical muslim who lied about his nationality, locked all pertinent documents away so no one can challenge this and has tried time and time again to get his radical muslim brothers into the country . Enemies foreign and domestic my brothers and sisters.... there is no difference. I will honor my oath.

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Jan 16 at 2015 1:54 AM

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He puts the left shoe on the left foot. He put the right shoe on the right foot.

Response by 1SG Charmaine R. made Jan 16 at 2015 2:24 AM

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DOCTRINE - Respecting Elected Officials | Commander and Chief

United States Constitution - Article II Section 2 states: The President shall be Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy of the United States, and of the Militia of the several States, when called into the actual Service of the United States.

As the Commander and Chief (an Officer to/for our force) any words spoken ill or against the President, or any elected official "could" fall under the following of the UCMJ......

Article 88 — Contempt toward officials

Any commissioned officer who uses contemptuous words against the President, the Vice President, Congress, the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of a military department, the Secretary of Homeland Security, or the Governor or legislature of any State, Territory, Commonwealth, or possession in which he is on duty or present shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.

Article 89 — Disrespect toward a superior commissioned officer

Any person subject to this chapter who behaves with disrespect toward his superior commissioned officer shall be punished as a court martial may direct.

Article 134-12 — Disloyal statements

(1) That the accused made a certain statement;

(2) That the statement was communicated to another person;

(3) That the statement was disloyal to the United States;

(4) That the statement was made with the intent to promote disloyalty or disaffection toward the United States by any member of the armed forces or to interfere with or impair the loyalty to the United States or good order and discipline of any member of the armed forces; and

(5) That, under the circumstances, the conduct of the accused was to the prejudice of good order and discipline in the armed forces or was of a nature to bring discredit upon the armed forces.

DA PAM 600-60, Chapter 6 - Forms of Address (6–2) High officials
Address high officials such as presidents, ambassadors, and Cabinet members by their TITLES ONLY, never by name.

By regulation (AR 600-25, FM 7-21.13, AR 600-20, DA PAM 600-60, and the Manual for Courts Martial) we address our Officers by Sir / Ma’am or by their rank (e.g., CPT Snuffy, President Obama, Governor Romney, or Mr. President). Addressing any superior by their first or last name is a blatant sign of disrespect and dishonor to our traditions customs and courtesies.

Hatch Act: http://www.slideshare.net/USArmySocialMedia/social-media-roundup-social-media-and-the-uniform-code-of-military-justice - This act covers the utilization of Social Media for federal employee's and service members.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 16 at 2015 9:39 AM

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I like that in 2009 he accurately picked my Tar heels to win the NCAA tournament. And that's about it.

Response by SGT Timothy Byrd made Jan 16 at 2015 9:50 AM

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My momma told me if you don't have anything nice to say than don't say anything at all so with that statement I am done.....

Response by SFC William "Bill" Moore made Jan 16 at 2015 10:17 AM

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2016!

Response by SFC Michael Jackson, MBA made Jan 16 at 2015 11:53 AM

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1) equal pay for women
2) open the gates for women to serve in combat MOS
3) bail-out of the auto industry and improved fuel-efficiency standards of cars
4) The Home Affordable Refinance Program or HARP
5) bringing the Iraq mission to a close
6) he's a sports fan
7) once of best speakers I've heard
8) the fact has values/promotes education and public service

Response by SGM Lavoris Henry made Jan 16 at 2015 12:31 PM

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As a 30 year recently retired veteran I proudly voted for the President twice and have been disgusted by the disrespect shown by members of the military (civilians can do as they please as they are not bound by UCMJ). Without spewing talking points from the rightwing I ask for anyone to factually state anything that Mr. Obama has done to "tear down" this country. He brings a mature intellectual approach to government as he deals with issues both international and domestic. The knee jerk reaction of disrespecting any President is unacceptable from any person but it is truly bothersome when it comes from the military. My advice is to turn Fox news off and do some research on your own to gain some clarity of the progress our country during this administration.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 16 at 2015 12:36 PM

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Michael. You are the man!! LOL

Response by 1SG Charmaine R. made Jan 16 at 2015 1:59 PM

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Active Duty, Guard, or Reserve we are all Service members who serve this nation. Service members whose Commander and Chief is the President of the United States (POTUS). Whether you agree or disagree with his actions disrespecting him for the sake of doing so is unprofessional and contradictory to the good order and military discipline of our force(s). Reading some of the comments posted within this thread is embarrassing to say the least. Those of you that are Seniors (Officer and Enlisted) within this thread "openly" ridiculing and belittling our Commander and Chief are setting the wrong example. Agree to disagree, have an opinion.....but do it in the privacy of your homes NOT IN AN OPEN FORUM!

I previously posted the regulatory guidance, posting the information again. READ IT! Despite popular belief as service members our actions and words have consequences. Those of you who believe you're untouchable and you turn a blind eye to your OBLIGATIONS as members of the U.S. Military...be careful. You have no idea who is reading these comments, taking screen shots, and trying to look you or your unit information up. No idea why the moderators of this site are not cleaning this thread up or simply deleting it.

DOCTRINE - Respecting Elected Officials | Commander and Chief

United States Constitution - Article II Section 2 states: The President shall be Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy of the United States, and of the Militia of the several States, when called into the actual Service of the United States.

As the Commander and Chief (an Officer to/for our force) any words spoken ill or against the President, or any elected official falls under the following of the UCMJ......

Article 88 — Contempt toward officials

Any commissioned officer who uses contemptuous words against the President, the Vice President, Congress, the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of a military department, the Secretary of Homeland Security, or the Governor or legislature of any State, Territory, Commonwealth, or possession in which he is on duty or present shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.

Article 89 — Disrespect toward a superior commissioned officer

Any person subject to this chapter who behaves with disrespect toward his superior commissioned officer shall be punished as a court martial may direct.

Article 134-12 — Disloyal statements

(1) That the accused made a certain statement;

(2) That the statement was communicated to another person;

(3) That the statement was disloyal to the United States;

(4) That the statement was made with the intent to promote disloyalty or disaffection toward the United States by any member of the armed forces or to interfere with or impair the loyalty to the United States or good order and discipline of any member of the armed forces; and

(5) That, under the circumstances, the conduct of the accused was to the prejudice of good order and discipline in the armed forces or was of a nature to bring discredit upon the armed forces.

DA PAM 600-60, Chapter 6 - Forms of Address (6–2) High officials
Address high officials such as presidents, ambassadors, and Cabinet members by their TITLES ONLY, never by name.

By regulation (AR 600-25, FM 7-21.13, AR 600-20, DA PAM 600-60, and the Manual for Courts Martial) we address our Officers by Sir / Ma’am or by their rank (e.g., CPT Snuffy, President Obama, Governor Romney, or Mr. President). Addressing any superior by their first or last name is a blatant sign of disrespect and dishonor to our traditions customs and courtesies.

Hatch Act: http://www.slideshare.net/USArmySocialMedia/social-media-roundup-social-media-and-the-uniform-code-of-military-justice - This act covers the utilization of Social Media for federal employee's and service members.

Response by PO2 Lester Sullivan made Jan 16 at 2015 4:05 PM

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Nope, can't think of anything good! Except that he's a good example of pure evil:(

Response by TSgt Tim (lj) Littlejohn made Jan 16 at 2015 4:21 PM

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My mother said the same thing, so I'll be good and say not a damn thing!

Response by Cpl Peter Martuneac made Jan 16 at 2015 6:42 PM

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Before I answer the question, I kind of have an ax to grind with the military/veteran community. Since when is military down-sizing evidence of not supporting the military? Our military spends more than the next ten nations COMBINED. We could stand to cut back a whole heck of a lot. Frankly, any president who expands the military these days, buying more contracts for ridiculous jets or ships that we don't need, is AGAINST us, in my opinion.

Anyway, about President Obama, I like that he's taken steps to normalize relations with Cuba. The embargo has failed, and it should have been lifted decades ago.

Response by SSG Jeffrey Spencer made Jan 16 at 2015 6:45 PM

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He has single-handedly supported the golf industry.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 16 at 2015 7:43 PM

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This is kind of hard to answer because he says one thing and then his administration does something totally different. I don't believe he is the anti-Christ as some people claim and he does believe in his personal convictions.

He did repeal "Don't ask don't tell" which I felt was discriminatory. More combat related roles are opening up to women which is a good thing as well.

To be fair I will answer in greater detail once he is out of office and the entire eight years can be evaluated.

Response by CPL Clifford Gilliam made Jan 17 at 2015 3:25 AM

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there is not a dam thing I like about him and he is not a president at all and never will be one

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2015 8:35 AM

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I like that he pisses off racists because I can't stand racist people. I actually start up conversions all the time about the President just so I can hear there ignorant rants. It brings a great warmth to my heart to know that I ruined their day. Besides just my fun with trolling racists I think that he cares about education a great deal. He is a well educated man and speaks as so. I don't think there has ever been another President that has stressed the importance of the education system and has actively worked on passing many bills to help lower class citizens have a chance to enhance their education. I also like how he responds under pressure with a charisma rarely seen. I do not think he is perfect, but I do believe that he is a good role model for children.

Response by CDR Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2015 9:18 AM

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List of everything:

Response by MSG Greg Kelly made Jan 17 at 2015 9:23 AM

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I like the fact he is black I think it showed this country turned a corner. Other then that he and his cabinet have done more damage to this country than any POTUS in my life time or my Grand Parents. From disrespecting the military to causing a racial divide in this country. I really cant stand his ass I see him on TV and I know the shit coming from his mouth is not true and for God sakes man up take the heat for something stop pushing it off on someone else. I wonder did he take office with a plan to wreak this country.

Response by SPC Christopher Morehouse made Jan 17 at 2015 11:32 AM

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That he will be gone in 2 years.

Response by MGySgt Christian MacMillan made Jan 17 at 2015 11:37 AM

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He has helped increase the awareness of golf.

Response by Sgt Adam Jennings made Jan 17 at 2015 11:54 AM

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I like absolutely nothing about the man, and yes it is because I absolutely despise him. He could save a helpless baby and I would be happy that the baby was saved but is still wouldn't even like that about him.

Response by Capt Jeff S. made Jan 17 at 2015 12:43 PM

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I like the fact that his lies are a constant that you can always rely on.

Response by CPO Jon Campbell made Jan 17 at 2015 2:34 PM

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It is difficult to see the positive in the work of a President that you do not agree with or share party affiliation, but this is a country that draws it's strength from its diveristy and ability to work together as one. I can respect the President for his work on healthcare even though I don't like the outcome. He was able to accomplish what others couldn't or wouldn't do. I personally hope that the system eventually collapses and that health insurance is banned and drives healthcare into a free market system though this is too radical a leap to make in our current society.
I also like the way the President speaks up every once in awhile about gun control. This helps drive the pro gun lobby, sends people flying to the gun stores and keeps the industry strong and the 2nd ammendment strong. It also must infuriate the far left.
Cuba - There just isn't anything good that has come from being enemies with Cuba and by paving the way for diplomatic relations, he undermined Putin's influence and set the stage for a new free market boom as well as strengthened the US position in North American.
Cash for Clunkers - As derided as the program was, it got rid of a lot of polluting vehicles, drove thousands of shady used car dealers out of business, and boosted the economy a little. It was a bold and unique program and I give him credit for at least trying something new.
So that's 4 things that I can think of.

Response by LCpl Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2015 2:38 PM

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He goes on vacation a lot, which means actual work can get done.

Response by MSgt Russell Davis made Jan 17 at 2015 4:06 PM

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As far as helping the military I'll give him credit for VRAP, but that's about it. As far as breaking "the racial barrier" (OP: President Obama broke the racial barrier. He became educated, and became a Senator, a lawyer and now the President"), there have been plenty of Black people who've been educated, a Senator and/or a lawyer before him.

Response by PO2 Stephen Brinkley (Scott) made Jan 17 at 2015 6:06 PM

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I served under Mr Obama for his first two years and that was enough for me. Taking away pay increases, sending his wife to visit bases, and his complete disconnect as the Commander in Chief.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2015 7:20 PM

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Response by SMSgt Ottis West made Jan 17 at 2015 8:02 PM

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Let me see he has decreased spending nope. Wait he lowered the deficit nope. Well I know he defeated Al-Qaida well not exactly but he killed a few with drone strikes. He increased Americas standing in the world nope. He made America respected again nope. He closed Guantanamo nope. He drew down the war in Iraq and Afghanistan nope. Dang there has to be something! Oh I know he made health care affordable for everyone nope wrong again. Ok this just in he will now allow all Americans to now buy Cuban cigars Whoa that was tough:)

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2015 10:29 PM

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Considering where the economy was headed when he took over, and how he has fought the terrorist enemies both foreign and domestic, I give him a thumbs up.

Response by PO2 Frances Smart made Jan 17 at 2015 11:34 PM

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Nothing at all. Oops. You told me not to say that. :)

Response by COL Charles Williams made Jan 18 at 2015 12:38 AM

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I like nothing about him. I respect the office and position. I believe he was elected purely because Americans (most) are ill-informed and believe everything the talking heads on TV say. I also believe Americans were tired of the way things were in America (defined as the GOP at the time), so they wanted a change; hope and change. Not one thing that he said he would do, did he do. He does what he wants to do, which is in large part what the party wants and what is good for all of us. I think, now as his second term winds down, even his supporters are realizing he has no clue, and is simply a bad president. I do like the fact that he is term limited, but I am sure he will make an executive order soon to allow himself to run again. What were people thinking? Whatever happened to picking the best qualified.

Response by PO3 John Jeter made Jan 18 at 2015 12:59 AM

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Sorry, I keep circling around and around but I can't see which direction you're looking from. For every "positive" aspect you've mentioned I see nothing but failures. The only thing I can honestly give him is that glib silver tongued mouth.

Response by SGT Jim Filey made Jan 18 at 2015 2:47 AM

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What do I like about him?

He has shown all future presidents how NOT to act.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 18 at 2015 4:16 AM

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Drones. That is all.

Response by SPC Larry Mease made Jan 18 at 2015 8:17 AM

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Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Jan 18 at 2015 8:53 AM

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The President shows perseverance. He found out closing GITMO was not possible so he has been releasing prisoners in small numbers. They are religiously oppressed who are returning back to serving in their lord's name.

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 18 at 2015 9:16 AM

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Not the biggest fan of the guy. But I guess the only thing I like is that he's usually cool calm and collected. It doesn't matter what president we get. It's going to be the same story. He's either racist, he's destroying America, worst president, blah blah blah etc. If you want real change. You have to stand up as one and go against Washington. Other than that your hate behind a keyboard isn't going to get you too far with your opinion.

Response by PO3 Justin Doolan made Jan 18 at 2015 10:39 AM

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He overhauled a delapitated va loan finance system that before 2008 approved veterans for very little. I own my dream home because of that man

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 18 at 2015 1:08 PM

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Absolutely nothing. While my comments may be unpopular and as much I wish the following was untrue, I am deeply saddened that they are in deed true. There is nothing special or different about this president than the color of his skin and that is truly the saddest thing of all. Would he have received a Nobel peace prize had he not been of minority decent? What did he actually do to earn it? If you don't believe me or don't feel comfortable with that I understand. I mean it with no animosity or racism. It is what it is. Just go to the Nobel page and it says why it was awarded. He had been president for less than s year I believe. You tell me why he received it. That's just one item. The list is endless. He has eviscerated the services. He is unprofessional and unbecoming as a president. He makes me feel emabarrased as an American when i see his ever increasing antics. I just shake my head. Colin Powell where art thou?

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 18 at 2015 3:15 PM

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I like how he has stood up for his rich cronies by making everyone have to purchase their product or pay a penalty of $85 per person in their household during this year‘s tax filing. If the person still hasn’t purchased the product by next year’s tax filing then they will pay a penalty of $325 per person in their household. If the person STILL refuses to support the rich by the following year, then they will be penalized $1000 per person in their household. Very nice.

I also like the way his transparency of what he wants to turn this country into has galvanized and rallied many people into seeing the insidiousness of modern liberalism.

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Response by Maj Walter Kilar made Jan 18 at 2015 4:20 PM

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"I fully support my Commander In Chief". I have practiced saying that line with a straight face, and that is my answer here as well. Just in case the NSA is monitoring this message, I will say it again. "I fully support my Commander In Chief".

Response by MCPO Tom Miller made Jan 18 at 2015 4:47 PM

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Obama and his PC Secularism has hand picked his flag officers and retired some of our best. He is a failure in everything and I can't think of anything he has done to improve our country.

Response by Sgt Jennifer Mohler made Jan 18 at 2015 6:59 PM

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Since there are 113 responses already, the only unique answer I have would be that he has seriously soft hands and when he does a meet and greet he actually looks you in the eye even if you are over a foot shorter like me!

Response by MSG Brad Sand made Jan 18 at 2015 11:48 PM

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Thought about it and nope. Oh, wait....no, still drawing a blank. Every time I start to think of something I remember all the lies?

Response by TSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 19 at 2015 2:43 AM

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Well! Our Commander-In-Chief is a very calm, cool, relaxed and a second thought person. He doesn't rush to judgement until the facts are presented. But sometimes he is too second guessing & too cautious on what action to take on certain emergency related issues which I think he need to be more active than just allow things to settle and that make America looks weaker in the eye of the world. But one thing I congratulate him for is the interest rate on Mortgages is at it lowest 2.50%, and Extreme Cheap Gas prices $4.70-$2.09 per gallon pretty cool--cheapest price in half a decade. Free 2 years college, and Ending both Wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and getting rid of Osama Bin Laden. Give the President some credit guys and stop hating!!!

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 19 at 2015 3:33 AM

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Drone strikes. I am seriously considering writing my thesis on the role of middle management by comparing the targeted elimination of middle managers in the anti-network based organization efforts. (Kill enough of those 'useless' middle managers and the organization falls apart.

Polarization. He has made it easy to identify people who read and people who watch or listen to only commentators they agree with.

ACA. I wish there was a public option, mostly this is an economics issue we should not spend 15% of GDP to get worse results than a country spending 9%. Socialized healthcare was made law under Reagan but only funded under Obama. But I digress.

Finance reform. A long way to go but better than anyone else since since the Savings and Loans scandal. CFPB is a needed expansion of oversight.

Gun Control. More guns and less regulation since Jimmy Carter.

Diplomacy, better to talk to nations than strong arm.

Not happy with the NSA and CIA under him and he should have killed the F35 long ago.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 19 at 2015 4:07 AM

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I can say that this is the second Democratic President I have served under. Although I am not particularly fond of the way things operate under a Democratic control I understand that I am not aware of all that goes on at that level.

I will say that President Obama has made things easier for Military Wives in that they can now be a resident of the state which the military member is. In my particular case this is rather crucial as my Wife is a Nurse. It is going to make transition easier when I finally retire.

There are definitely other things but that is one that sticks out at the moment.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 19 at 2015 5:49 AM

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He has the ability to make large amounts of people believe and agree with him on almost anything. Other than that......

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 19 at 2015 6:20 AM

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I have nothing to say.

Response by SPC James Mcneil made Jan 19 at 2015 1:41 PM

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As a public speaker, I like his skills as a speaker. I mean if he can make it, I can. *grin*

Response by SGT Bryon Sergent made Jan 19 at 2015 3:17 PM

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That he has only 2 yrs left!!!!!!!

Response by 1SG David Niles made Jan 19 at 2015 3:41 PM

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My Momma always told me that ifn I dont have nuthen good to say, then say nuthen at all. I am mum.

Response by SFC Jeff L. made Jan 19 at 2015 4:58 PM

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In response to the orignal, slobbery, syrupy, twinkle-in-the-eye post I just have this to say - you have to dig deep to find positive things to say about someone who is an abject failure on so many different fronts. Sure, he has accomplished great things personally - good family man, lawyer, personal success story - but there are so many rotten things intertwined in that success story and even more in the time since he ran for President. I agree with LCpl Steve Wininger that the thing I like the most about Barack Obama is that his presidency has an expiration date.

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Jan 19 at 2015 6:07 PM

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Because of the affordable care act, millions of 65 year old ladies can now get birth control paid for and have it available. This is a good idea.

Response by CPL David Riopelle Spencer made Jan 19 at 2015 8:02 PM

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NOTHING!!

Response by SSG Stephen Arnold made Jan 19 at 2015 9:58 PM

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I like the fact that he golfs so much. I wish he would golf more.

Response by MSgt Bill Milligan made Jan 19 at 2015 10:19 PM

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Not one thing

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2015 12:28 AM

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I like that the supportes Israel with the development of the Iron Dom

Response by SGT James Allen made Jan 20 at 2015 5:34 AM

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What do I like? He will be out of office on 1/21/17.

Response by SSG Robin Rushlo made Jan 20 at 2015 10:09 AM

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Ok what I like.

#1 He is alive and Breathing.

#2 ??????

#3 ??????

Gee I do not think he really wants to do anything other than be former POTUS and get on the speaker tours and make money.

Response by Cpl Howard Pack made Jan 20 at 2015 11:18 AM

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Hmm nothing

Response by SPC David Hannaman made Jan 20 at 2015 11:51 AM

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I gotta hive him credit for authorizing the Bin Laden strike. Crossing border into a country we aren't at war with is a tricky situation. I'm not sure the previous three presidents would have done it.

That said, I think the *intent* of Affordable Healthcare Act is noble and timely, HOWEVER the political compromises have resulted in a system that is more expensive by adding an additional two levels of bureaucracy (State and Federal) to an already expensive and bloated Healthcare system.

Likewise the administration's *intent* for gun control legislation (i. e. requiring responsible *common sense* gun sales, background checks are already in place in Texas so I would assume everywhere else) was ineffective, and actually counter productive because it motivated millions of gun sales to people who are not trained, competent, or responsible (i.e. the idiots at the range that makes you leave early).

I cannot bring myself to believe that his intent is to undermine America's religious, political, or free trade traditions and laws. To do so for me personally is to admit that our founding father's "Democratic experiment" has failed, ant it's hard to stamp the richest, most powerful country in the world a failure.

I AM more cynical about the intelligence of the American VOTER though... I was flabbergasted in 2008 when a Senior senator with a track record of voting his conscience sometimes in opposition to his own party, and a Veteran and former POW lost to a Charismatic Junior Senator with little experience during a time of war.

I was less shocked during the 2012 election. I was apathetic about the Republican ticket that year... it it really concerns me that that was the best Republican the country could come up with.

Response by SSG Stan Morrison Jr made Jan 20 at 2015 2:28 PM

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I like the fact that he can't run for another term, no matter what!

Response by MAJ James Hastings made Jan 20 at 2015 4:39 PM

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I met the POTUS last year, ironically at the Ft. Belvoir Golf Club....LOL! And that's all I am gonna say on the matter!

Response by CSM Solomon Clift made Jan 20 at 2015 5:11 PM

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He's real!!!

Response by MSgt Timothy Johnson made Jan 20 at 2015 7:18 PM

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He became president. I would not want the job and the stress.

That said -
I feel he is systematically tearing this country apart. Look at some of his appointees. How did they become qualified for those positions? Illegal aliens, Health care reform. Does not support his military. Can not make a decision concerning the terrorist. Disrespecting local law enforcement departments. He is not race friendly. The list goes on and on.

I hope we still have a country when he is done.

Response by CPL Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2015 8:21 PM

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I like the fact that he ended two wars, made the unemployment rate low, made healthcare affordable, gas under two dollars and the other stuff the news is telling us

Response by CPL Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2015 8:34 PM

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It's funny how everyone have something neutral or bad to say about President Obama but at the end of the day no one really knows exactly what the president do. Just like we fight for our country I am pretty sure he is up there in the white house doing all that he can do to make sure that we are taking care of. I am not into politics all that much but last time I checked Obama doesn't call all the shots up there in the white house and he is basically a face. To be blamed for stuff that goes wrong when all the other parties involved make wrong decisions.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2015 8:50 PM

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Response by SFC Dan Sorrow, M.S. made Jan 20 at 2015 9:42 PM

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I've been looking at this post for a week now and still can't come up with anything.

Response by PO3 Jeff Lane made Jan 20 at 2015 10:11 PM

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ummmm?

Response by PO1 Steven Kuhn made Jan 21 at 2015 5:23 AM

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SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member I disagree that he has broken down the race barrier. He has supported African Americans, claimed one of them could have been his son, and sent 3 ambassadors to the funeral of a thug. The violence he (and Al & others) incited lead to the death of many white Americans and not a word was said. But, the truth causes me to digress from your original question. What I like about Obama is that with each passing day he has one less day to further damage our country. I also like the fact that he will look great dresses in orange in Guantanamo Bay Cuba when I am President! Peace and Love to all......
R/
Steve!

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2015 5:48 AM

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What do I like about Obama?...

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I'll have to get back to you on that one, maybe he will do something worthwhile in his remaining two years.

(not holding my breath)

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2015 2:12 PM

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I honestly tried to think of something good, but came up short handed. Finding something good about the man who is purposely destroying America as we know it is by far the hardest thing I've done.

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Jan 21 at 2015 2:12 PM

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I like the fact that he was elected and that we had the freedom to hold the elections without fear of retribution.

Response by CPO Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2015 3:56 PM

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That his Presidency is almost over!

Response by 1stSgt Bryan Meyer made Jan 21 at 2015 4:35 PM

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nothing

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2015 5:34 PM

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Plain and simple, NOTHING!!!

Response by SGT Steven Ransbottom made Jan 21 at 2015 8:27 PM

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Sorry, I have nothing, We be VERY HAPPY when he leaves office...

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Jan 21 at 2015 10:42 PM

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I like the fact he takes a stand against work place violence and the normal signs is a guy yelling "Allah Akbar" then guns down 12 people. Oops.

Response by SGT Ryan Johnson made Jan 22 at 2015 2:03 AM

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I think he is doing great things for the country in improving economy, reducing unemployment and improving americans at home,I don't like his foreign policy and how the military has been degraded.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2015 7:51 AM

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He is the Commander in Chief.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2015 8:29 AM

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Response by 1SG Rick Davis made Jan 22 at 2015 9:53 AM

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ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. OH, that was negative. I like the fact that is time as dictator will soon come to an end. I would like that he doesn't destroy the United States before he goes.

Response by PO1 Dan Patrick made Jan 22 at 2015 11:16 AM

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@ SGT Scott Bailey Your pie is liberal apples and oranges, we're talking about taxes, not income. How can you claim that the top 1% aren't paying "their fair share" when a) most of their income is from capital gains taxed at nearly 40%, plus they pay exponentially more in consumption related taxes. b) 47% of the people pay NO income tax AT ALL and the top 10% of wage earners pay 70% of the taxes in this country, how is that fair? Why are all those links "shams"? Just because they show a side of Obama you don't want to see? You have been drinking too much Kool-Aid, I'm done with this thread.

Response by SSgt Craig Manns made Jan 22 at 2015 1:36 PM

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My retirement is back on track. My home price is back where it should be. The country is much better off now than when he took office despite the GOP filibustering almost ever effort made. Thanks Mr President!!!

Response by SFC Joey Jimenez made Jan 22 at 2015 4:06 PM

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Cash for Clunkers! I know many of you took advantage of that program?

Lowest gas prices!

Down to earth person who can laugh, smile and also be serious when it comes to making things happen.

Competitive basketball player who loves all sports.

I don't follow politics, but I can't remember ever seeing a Bush on TV to discuss the State of the Union. I do remember each Bush sending us to two wars. I will pay more attention in the future and see if the next President can bring US together. It seems to be an impossible journey for America to be on one accord until something tragic happens. America won't ever be a TEAM until we can set aside our personal agendas which include many individual stars, egos, beliefs and traditions. I am on team America, regardless of who the President is or may be, I wouldn't bash them out of respect.

Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2015 6:23 PM

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Response by PO1 John Y. made Jan 22 at 2015 7:40 PM

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So list the things you do like, keep it professional as always. What did momma say? "If you have nothing nice to say, don't say nothing all." _______________.

Response by PO3 Devin Gallagher made Jan 22 at 2015 8:53 PM

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Not really sure there is anything I like about him. In my personal opinion a man's character is defined by what he spends the majority of his time doing and the majority of the time I see him screwing things up or doing things that should be illegal if not illegal and claiming it is what is best for this country. This really is the last place to be asking anyone what they like about President Obama for the simple fact that he doesn't care about us, and you will never be able to convince me otherwise of this.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 23 at 2015 9:56 AM

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I'm not sure I like anything about the President other than the fact he likes Star Trek. Other than that I think he has caused more than enough damage to America. He is almost as bad if not worse than Jimmy Carter.

Response by Col Joseph Lenertz made Jan 23 at 2015 2:40 PM

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When he speaks, flowers come out of his mouth. Smells lovely.

Response by SSG Michael Velez made Jan 23 at 2015 3:29 PM

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I disagree with his politics, but he appears to be a decent husband & father.

Response by SPC Jeff Paulsen made Jan 23 at 2015 6:53 PM

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Everyday is a day closer to his exit......

Response by Cpl Rick West made Jan 23 at 2015 8:05 PM

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"If you have nothing nice to say, don't say nothing all."

Response by MAJ(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 23 at 2015 8:54 PM

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I like how the question is worded. I firmly agree with the professionalism of not trash talking our Commander in Chief in an open forum.

Though I am more of a moderate and tend to stay in the middle, I vote Republican based on certain conservative views, to include the raw support of the military. However, I also agree with a few liberal causes.

With that being said, I like the fact that he initially renewed the political process for the younger generation. Even if the younger generation gets "it" wrong, they are still more involved now then they were before. I truly believe the next election will be more about policy and less about popularity.

We have had both sides of the coin - to the extreme - over the past 4 terms. Now let's vote a candidate that meets us in the middle.

Response by SN Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 23 at 2015 10:43 PM

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I like that he goes to small states like Idaho and meets people like my uncle. :)

Response by Sgt Jay Jones made Jan 24 at 2015 12:04 AM

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SSG Michael LoGiudice I would like to thank you for your effort to challenge the military community to name something they like or admire about President Barack Obama. I read your list and was frankly very impressed with your assessment. I think it was a fair and honest evaluation from your perspective and I respect your for that. What is disappointing is that other individuals cannot think of one thing they like or admire about him. I think the history books will show that President Obama has made significant contributions to this country. It may not come in my lifetime, but I do believe his administration will have long lasting postive effects on this country.

I do not believe he is out to destroy these United States. I believe he is trying to do what he feels will help this country grow and become less dependent on foreign resources and instead become a provider.

I don't believe in change for change sake, however the world is changing and we have to change with it. We cannot isolate ourselves and pretend this international issues will not occur. We have to be ready and change in the way that is best for the country.

I keep hearing people say "They want their country back". You have your country! You have a constitution and democracy that other countries try to emulate.

President Obama is doing what he feels is best, just like every other President since the Declaration of Independence was signed.

What truly saddens me is the amount of hatred and disrespect I see towards our Commander-In-Chief. It's one thing to disapprove or disagree with someone, but the outright hatred I've witness in these past six years is appalling.

Yes, I'm a Democrat, but I did not agree with everything President George W. Bush did I did not "hate" the man. I saw SOME good in him. Everyone has some good in them.

I keep hearing people say he is a liar. I think every American President has been less than truthful sometime during their administration. Some of the deception was intentional some of it was not, but they have all deceived.

I don't see where he has done anything any worse than any other President. In some areas he hasn't done many things as bad as other Presidents.

The economy is growing, the rich are getting richer because of the stock market being at an all time high. Unemployment is down. We still have the strongest military in the world. Everyone still has their guns. We are not under Sharia Law! Gas is under two dollars a gallon. Osama Bin Laden is dead! If these accomplishments were made by any other President, everyone would be singing his praises. The only reason I am seeing so much negativity is because people hate him.

Response by SPC Geoffrey Jenkins made Jan 24 at 2015 7:06 AM

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President Obama released more money to reconstruct the VA Hospitals to better care for our veterans including me.

Response by SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL made Jan 24 at 2015 10:11 AM

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SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member great post, President Obama is a great role model for me in respects to equality and justice. He overcame a lot to be where he is and he doesn't take no for an answer. I retired under his leadership as Commander-in-Chief. He has a strong family background and I model that. Simply a Amazing Man!

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2015 12:41 PM

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I'll get back to you in 2 years.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2015 1:21 PM

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On second thought I love his logical fallacy. The president is the exemplar of the Radical Right's logical fallacy.

Obama is wrong thus anything he does is wrong. If he deploys troops to Syria he is getting us into a war we cannot win. If he does not then he is ignoring the problem. If he chooses to go to an event (funeral memorial rally whatever) he is grandstanding if chooses not to then he is not involved.

There is nothing this president can do right. Whatever policies he chooses to follow they are wrong, kinda like arguing with a drill sergeant.

What this exposes, more than any other president is the manufacturing of news to fit a preconceived political bias. In this case the conclusion is that the President is wrong and the opinions of the speaker are adjusted to fit that conclusion. If this was not how humans generally think (coming to a conclusion then finding facts to fit that conclusion) it would be sad.

The idea that Birthers, Truthers and their less extreme science deniers (people unable or unwilling to follow a logical investigative method for the facts to support their opinion) are in any way reliable is laughable. They fail the "Scouts Report" standard to of sound information gathering. (Like putting the S2 on OP and grading him on how good his forecasts were)

What this president has done for us more than any other is to provide a test about how we process information and seek facts. Will we maintain a critical thinking process and insist on accurate information or allow our opinions to be made for us.

Websites such as Tiny Avian, TPNN, Raw Story, CopWatch, Examiner Online, and RT are all opinion making sites, they agree with the internal bias of the visitor and support it.

When studies on political opinions and discussions were conducted on groups of similar political leanings the person with the most extreme opinion got the most 'Air Time'. When this is translated to media channels this equates to extremists being money makers. The more extreme the tighter the audience is locked in the more advertising dollars.

When an opposing voice is inserted the most moderate speaker got the most 'Air time'. Take a look at the biggest discussions on this site, watch the two extremes yell at each other then the moderating voice speak up. How do you feel about the moderate voice?

What President Obama has done is lay this pattern raw for the world to see. Weather or not we do anything about it is another matter.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 24 at 2015 2:29 PM

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I'll go ahead and say what's on my mind, even though I anticipate a few down votes. Or, maybe not ...

First of all, wow! This thread really turned into a "bash-the-President" discussion. I don't like that. Some others, or at least one, noted that Mom always told us not to say anything at all if we have nothing nice to say. That's good advice.

Second, can't we all just get along? It's certainly your right to disagree with someone, but do we have to resort to personal attacks? They are unbecoming. When I get attacked or down-voted, I do my best to state my case as professionally as possible, and then to walk away. There's just about nothing to be gained by "serial down voting" or personal attacks. It's not only unbecoming, it's unprofessional.

Response by LTC George Shepherd made Jan 24 at 2015 7:01 PM

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There has been two times in my adult that I was ashamed of Our President, President R Nixon and President Obama. This man has set our Great country into a "Tail Spin" that will take years to correct,if ever. Not one country truly respects the USA under this President. The sad fact is there is no reason to respect BHO and the USA with him as the Leader. He coined the phrase "leading from the rear" . If that is not then the State Of the Union address cemented as place as a bit player on the World Stage
George Shepherd USA (ret)

Response by SGT Richard H. made Jan 24 at 2015 8:42 PM

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Haha....after a couple minutes reading, I'm not touching this one.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 25 at 2015 3:02 AM

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I agree SSG Michael LoGiudice, I like our President. I know several folks who do and many who do not. That is okay, we are each entitled to our own opinions.

I think personally I like he enact a repeal of the discriminatory “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” policy. My unit didn't care about personal gender preferences we cared about the mission. Overall, I liked his social opinions on LGBT.

I also liked:
- end to the Bush-era stop-loss policy that kept soldiers in Iraq/Afghanistan beyond their enlistment date.

- supported and signed Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act, which made more money available to enable better medical care for veterans.

- Issued an Executive Order to improve access to mental health care for veterans, military personnel and their families.

- The initiatives and money gone to educational programs like expansion of the Pell Grants program.

- Created White House Council of Native American Affairs, to improve government-to-government relations with Native American nations.

- Signed an Executive Order pledging support for efforts to end the global problem of violence against women and girls.

While, there are many others (in my mind) accomplishments, these are the ones that I liked and came to mind. =)

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 25 at 2015 6:54 AM

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2 more years!!!

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 25 at 2015 9:15 AM

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All you JOES need to calm down.. Stop being so Joe.. It's unbelievably annoying

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 25 at 2015 11:05 AM

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What kind of propaganda BS is this?

Response by Sgt Logan Dahlbacka made Jan 25 at 2015 12:07 PM

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It doesn't matter who it is, is seems most people forget that he's the commander in chief. So either way respect the position.

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 25 at 2015 2:13 PM

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Two things I like about Obamacare, and therefore the Prez: 1) Children being able to stay on their parents insurance until age 26, and 2) Coverage for pre-existing conditions.

There's still plenty to not like. It's a shame that we continue to swing between extremist positions. We desperately need a viable 3rd party in this country.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 25 at 2015 5:36 PM

2015-01-25T17:36:13-05:00

I would love to see you write about the things you liked about President GW Bush.

Response by SSG Jim Foreman made Jan 25 at 2015 9:39 PM

2015-01-25T21:39:04-05:00

I think the POTUS is a nice dresser. That's about it..

Response by Cpl Dennis F. made Jan 26 at 2015 3:52 AM

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Sorry but not one dam thing.
I would question it if he were to personally tell me the sky were blue.
I do not trust this man any farther than I could throw 1600 Penn. Ave.
My belief that he is at the very least a prophet of the anti-christ is not a reach.
The fact that so many others cannot recognize this snake in the grass, and would be an apologist for him, concerns me deeply.

Response by Capt Walter Miller made Jan 26 at 2015 1:09 PM

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"A Marine who used his Facebook page to criticize President Barack Obama has been discharged, a Marine Corps spokesman said Wednesday.

Sgt. Gary Stein was given an "other-than-honorable" discharge, said Capt. Brian Block, a spokesman for the Marines."

http://www.cnn.com/2012/04/25/us/marine-obama/

Marine discharged over online Obama comments - CNN.com

A Marine who used his Facebook page to criticize President Barack Obama has been discharged, a Marine Corps spokesman said Wednesday.

Response by Capt Jeff S. made Jan 26 at 2015 1:18 PM

2015-01-26T13:18:45-05:00

Well... he's really good at killing people!

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/03/obama-drones-double-down_n_4208815.html

Obama Reportedly Told Aides He's 'Really Good At Killing People'

A new book on the 2012 presidential campaign claims that President Barack Obama told aides that he is "really good at killing people." According to Mark Halperin and John Heilemann, the

Response by SFC Patrick Chapman made Jan 26 at 2015 2:21 PM

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The thing I like about Obama? Hummm he'll be out of office in January 2017. That's

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2015 2:56 PM

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This thread is the epitome of unproffesional. How embarassing. Too many chevrons and rockers on here ranting like lunatics. You all embarass me.

Response by Capt Jeff S. made Jan 26 at 2015 4:30 PM

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Instead of meeting with Bejamin Netanyahu, Obama chose instead to be interviewed by GloZell, who has no academic credentials in journalism, but a whole lot of followers on YouTube. Priorities! Why don't we just let GloZell tell us why she likes Obama:

Your Higher Taxes pay for My healthcare thanks President Obama Healthcare Reform - GloZell

Ha ha ha I'm getting healthcare... this is wonderful. So people keep on working. Thanks so much. Check out more of my videos! xoxo YouTube Challenges | http:...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2015 5:23 PM

2015-01-26T17:23:32-05:00

Things I like.
#1........

Response by SGT Steven Eugene Kuhn MBA made Jan 26 at 2015 5:43 PM

2015-01-26T17:43:00-05:00

We need to stay away from the Political and Economic praises, I can post a link for both positive and negative in every matter discussed and more, it all depends on the measurement factors Anyone who writes budgets and then does the P&L adjustments knows this very well.

So I will speak of him as a Human being:
As a person he is probably one of the most intelligent, well spoken POTUS in recent History.

That is all,
Steady on

Response by MAJ Matthew Arnold made Jan 26 at 2015 5:53 PM

2015-01-26T17:53:43-05:00

I agree with the change in regards to Cuba. It is the best thing the Obama Administration has done. It should have been done long ago.

Response by SFC Robert Miller made Jan 26 at 2015 6:25 PM

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I like the fact he likes micro brewed beer.

Response by Sgt Alex Bane made Jan 26 at 2015 7:45 PM

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I will agree that he has not been caught in a sex scandal or some other illegal activity that is obvious to the American public. I disagree with the strategy of you have to sacrifice some members of the military that sacrificed so much for their country. This was done to save money that was just spent in other areas of government spending. We are not balancing the deficit like we did in the 90s. We tripled our debt after reducing our military strength to pay for other programs and the many QEs. At the same time, I don't agree with the monetary or fiscal policy, but that is my opinion. I am a pragmatist, so I don't debate with my emotions on my sleeve. He did authorize the killing of Osama Bin Laden. I not sure if that really truly solves anything and did not seem to win the war on terrorism. I would say underneath his cool exterior he appears to have had a very stressful 6 years, due to graying and loss of hair. I think maybe he really does care, but has made some predictable but untimely and poor decisions.

Response by 2d Lt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2015 9:00 PM

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I agree in that I think he's trying to do right by the country...Which I guess is all we can really ask of someone in that office. I don't really agree with most of his approaches but I'll always give him the same respect as I would President Bush. I like that he's trying to do something in Iran other than stomping his feet around and saying they can't have nuclear anything OR ELSE! I also like in his SOTU that he wanted to start more diplomatic interactions with Cuba. I am NOT particularly a fan of him getting involved in state courts with racial tensions i.e the Treyvon Martin situation in FL (The president has better things to do than involve himself with sensationalist trials with people already on edge about them).

TL;DR He's doing what he can, I got his back.

Response by SGT Scott Bailey made Jan 26 at 2015 9:32 PM

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What I like about the President is his putting middle class Americans as his priority. He wants to lower our tax rate, while making the rich pay their fair share. No more, no less.
I like that he has tried to raise the minimum wage to a live able wage. If some of you were around before the minimum wage law, you remember how an employer could pay you next to nothing and if you wanted a job, you'd do it. Bottom line, to ME, the President is trying his best to put policies in place that are good for everyone, not just a few. He is my CIC and I would take a bullet for him as well as President Bush or any other living President. That is how I feel. Stand together. Division will be the death of this country. All American Presidents are the cream of the crop. And I would give my life to save ANY officer in our military. Even the ones on here that don't care for me, because, bottom line, I am and will always be a soldier and I have the HIGHEST respect for the importance of a secure chain of command. I don't see an R or D or an I. I se an American officer that may lead men into battle and I want him to know that his soldiers will protect and respect them. I would hope that duty, honor and Country, we're not exclusive, but inclusive. Drive on! I respect each and every one of you, regardless of the topic. Lol

Response by SPC Darin Taylor made Jan 26 at 2015 11:25 PM

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"No Comment"

Response by Sgt Dave Wayne made Jan 26 at 2015 11:46 PM

2015-01-26T23:46:14-05:00

I like the fact that president Obama is black. It speaks volumes that my country has the backbone to standup for what is right and elect a black man as president. He was truly better qualified for the job than his opponent. Now it is time to elect a woman. Not Hilary Clinton....My wife took over my personal finances before we were married and both were in the USAF. She has kept our accounts in good running order for 40 years. We will celebrate our 40 th anniversary in July this year. I believe a woman could help pull our accounts out of the dumper if she was given a chance. It may seem unfair to some, but women have a talent for things like that. It is part of the nest/home building instinct within them.

Response by Capt Walter Miller made Jan 27 at 2015 4:42 AM

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If you use the facts, not Fox, you'll see that president Obama has done quite a bit and you'll reflect on how the greatest jobs growth always comes under Democratic presidents.

Walt

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2015 12:21 PM

2015-01-27T12:21:13-05:00

I like the way he looks past all the negativity cast upon because he is a black president, he did create jobs for a good number of people, he is a positive role model in terms of being a father and husband. Im sure there are some that will continue to piss all over the President but thats your right. There are a few things I dont quite agree with that he has done but that is as far as I'll go with that.

Response by SGT Dwain Inman made Jan 27 at 2015 1:33 PM

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I got nothing... really... nothing at all. He has been the worst Commander and Chief ever..

Response by SSG Buddy Kemper made Jan 27 at 2015 2:45 PM

2015-01-27T14:45:19-05:00

Oh yeah.... almost forgot: I really liked that whole Bowe Bergdahl swap for five terrorists. That was awesome too................. F'N NOT!!!!!!!! Sorry ya'll....but it still burns my a$$. Spent a month of my life lookin' for this f@ktard. Screwed up the legit missions and GOOD and REAL troops lost their lives.

Response by TSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2015 3:31 PM

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How has he supported the military? As soon as he came into office, he cut our pay raises to the minimum, then went further and cut them below the minimum...

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2015 7:17 PM

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100% improvement over Bush

Response by Capt Walter Miller made Jan 28 at 2015 10:39 AM

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Obamacare cost to be 20% less than forecast, budget office says

Source: LA Times

President Obama's healthcare law will cost about 20% less over the next decade than originally projected, the Congressional Budget Office reported Monday, in part because lower-than-expected healthcare inflation has led to smaller premiums.

So far, the number of uninsured Americans has dropped by about 12 million. By the end of 2016, 24 million fewer Americans will lack insurance, the nonpartisan budget office forecast.

Excluding immigrants in the country illegally, who are not eligible for coverage under the law, only about 8% of Americans under age 65 will lack insurance by the time Obama leaves office, the budget office's latest report on the law estimates.

Of the Americans who will remain uninsured once enrollment has fully ramped up, the budget office estimates that about 30% will be people in the U.S. without legal authorization. An additional 10% will be people who are too poor to buy insurance on the exchanges, but who live in states that have not expanded Medicaid. The remaining 60% will be people who choose to not buy insurance or enroll in Medicaid.

http://www.latimes.com/nation/politics/politicsnow/la-pn-obamacare-cost-20150126-story.html

Response by COL John McClellan made Jan 28 at 2015 12:58 PM

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I like many things about our President! I like that he kept his pledge to end our active combat role in two conflicts that he felt were no longer in America's best interest. This may not have been what you or I would have done, but he was elected to lead and that was his judgement as to what is best going forward. He actually did what he said he was going to do. I like that he had strongly repudiated torture and ended some very dubious practices, despite any results they may have brought - this is NOT who we are. And I like that he is circumspect about the use of the American military, and in particular, MY ARMY. He has continued to combat terrorism, yet heeded for example, his CJCS on putting "boots on the ground" in Syria.

Response by SSG Johnathon Mullins made Jan 28 at 2015 4:10 PM

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1. Administrations use of drones in the "War on Terror"
2. Administrations push for more Veteran Opportunity, i.e. Mayors Challenge to End Veterans Homelessness, Executive Order 13518, etc..
3. OBAMACARE, Affordable Care Act, even though I first hated the idea for me personally... I am lucky enough to afford healthcare. I know people who have explained to me what it provided for them. I have witnessed how it has made their lives better. Hard honest working people who couldn't afford medical care otherwise now have that ability. I now support the Act.

Top three

P.S. No need in posting counter arguments. These are my opinions and they are not likely to change.

Thanks

Response by PO1 Ron Clark made Jan 28 at 2015 5:42 PM

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Upon taking office, he hit the ground running on things to help the economy, his humility, while being criticized by virtually everyone who opposed him. How he has been able to be the President for all people, not just people of color as many thought that he would play the race card once elected. How he has attempted to stay above the fray when, even when people attack his family, religion and even his birth rights. How the policies he put in place during the banking collapse, i.e,. freddie and fannie mae are beginning to pay out. How he has helped people who have no health insurance find affordable health care, how the country is beginning to see soaring fuel cost drop to affordable levels, how the stock market has been higher than ever in history, I could go on and on but I wont. We wont see another one like this one in our lifetime!

Response by CPO Ed Ball made Jan 28 at 2015 7:04 PM

2015-01-28T19:04:56-05:00

Let's see here:
1. Qualified Community Organizer.
2. Deceived the American Public over Benghazi to get reelected on the backs of 4 brave Americans KIA to save the Democratic Party, even though it back fired for Hillary. Thus far he's gotten away with it.
3. Best thing ever happened to the Republican Party.

Dislikes:
1. First POTUS I've totally lost respect for.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 28 at 2015 7:15 PM

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Funny, I got 3 down votes for my OP-ED question...I think we all need to re-think why we use the down votes...not sure my question, with my opinion warrants 3 down votes...with no comments, I might add.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 29 at 2015 1:14 AM

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I like.... There was that one time.... um... yeah... I've got nothing...

Response by Cpl Anthony Pearson made Jan 30 at 2015 3:07 PM

2015-01-30T15:07:20-05:00

Sorry, I cannot play along.

I am around active, reserve, and retired veterans ALL THE TIME - hundreds of them. Biker rallies, VFW, Marine Corps League, American Legions, and more. I have *YET* to hear *ONE* person who supports this president or thinks favorably.

The people I speak with are from several diversity groups, men and women, young and old, alike.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 30 at 2015 3:57 PM

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Man, I ain't touchin' this with a 10 foot pole. Great reading though!

Response by SGT James Donnell made Jan 31 at 2015 4:39 PM

2015-01-31T16:39:31-05:00

Only good thing about him is hes about to be out the door.

Response by PO1 John Meyer, CPC made Jan 31 at 2015 5:21 PM

2015-01-31T17:21:29-05:00

Like you said...... if you can't say something nice... so I'm not saying anything at all aside of him being the first minority POTUS.

Response by Cpl Brett Wagner made Feb 3 at 2015 6:40 PM

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How did so many people take a question like "Things you like about President Obama?" which I am not sure if this is a question or a statement (RP admins?) and turn it in to something about Presidents Bush, Clinton etc. I assume the poster wants to know what you like about President Obama.

I can say there are a few a couple things I like about almost anybody (don't get silly nothing good about Hitler, Mao, Castro etc.). I like that he will not be the president in 2 years. I like what I hear about him making beer in the White House. From what I have heard and read he has good taste when it comes to beer. OK after those two things I am at a loss.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 4 at 2015 5:54 AM

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You load these questions and some active duty Soldier is going to shoot theirself in the foot...

Response by LTC George Shepherd made Feb 4 at 2015 2:41 PM

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Nothing

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 4 at 2015 7:11 PM

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He has a good personality. I think he has done a good job of keeping his daughters out of the limelight. As far as our Commander In Chief, I don't think he knows what to with the worlds problems. He won't make any decisions on his own. I know he has to go through the chain of command, but he's the big link. He's our CIC and I respect that, but he also makes a lot of poor decisions. I really think ever since FDR, all of the presidents are pretty equal in the way they handle the job. FDR was, in my opinion, the greatest president this country has ever had.

Response by SFC Alfonso Moore made Feb 4 at 2015 10:44 PM

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He has done a great job.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 4 at 2015 10:48 PM

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- He repealed "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." I know this is controversial territory, but I'm a firm believer in egalitarianism which by definition must include homosexuals.

- He increased support for veterans by cleaning house at the VA and increasing funding. Reform at the VA is ongoing, but good steps have been made and more money for veterans seeking help is always a good thing in my book.

- He saw that Osama Bin Laden paid for his act of war. Yeah, he wasn't personally responsible and didn't personally kill him, but he was the Commander in Chief when the raid went down and if he's going to be blamed for everything bad that happens on his watch then he deserves to take some credit for the good.

- He's made us less reliant on foreign oil. Under his watch our nation is now the worlds top oil producer which from a strategic, geopolitical, and financial perspective is fantastic.

I could add more, but four seems like a good number, and I look forward to seeing what our next President accomplishes during their term(s).

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 4 at 2015 11:18 PM

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He is my Commander-in-Chief./.

Response by 1stSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 5 at 2015 3:07 PM

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Ouch, I think he is doing the best with the bullshit he got handed with.

Response by PO3 Mark Streit made Feb 5 at 2015 3:09 PM

2015-02-05T15:09:13-05:00

Let me think...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Nope can't Think of any thing

Response by CPO William Zaczek made Feb 5 at 2015 3:11 PM

2015-02-05T15:11:38-05:00

Nothing at all

Response by SGT Patrick James made Feb 6 at 2015 6:58 AM

2015-02-06T06:58:36-05:00

He has done more for gun sales than any other president in history!!! That is ALL.. Carry on!!

Response by SSG Sean Garcia made Feb 8 at 2015 12:12 PM

2015-02-08T12:12:57-05:00

No racial barrier was broken. People still complain about color, discrimination and so forth.

Response by Capt Walter Miller made Feb 9 at 2015 1:17 PM

2015-02-09T13:17:31-05:00

Unemployment IS down steeply under President Obama:

"The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) tracks six definitions of unemployment from the narrowest (U-1 at 2.7% Seasonally Adjusted in January) to the broadest (U-6 at 11.3% SA). The “official” definition is U-3 (5.7%). None is more correct than the others; everyone picks the metric they prefer.

Clifton could object to use of the U-3. He gives sound reasons why we should use one of the broader measures. That doesn’t mean that the official U-3 is “a big lie”. Do we get to call Gallup’s numbers “lies” if we disagree with their definitions?

Compare the Gallup and BLS numbers

Here is Gallup’s data for January; here is the BLS report. When calculating unemployment Gallup uses as the denominator the population over 18 years old. For U-1 to U-3 BLS uses the civilian non-institutionalized labor force age 16+; for U-4 to U-6 BLS uses broader definitions. Gallup’s are not seasonally adjusted (NSA).

The Gallup definition of unemployment corresponds roughly to the BLS U-5 NSA number: “Total unemployed, plus discouraged workers, plus all other persons marginally attached to the labor force, as a percent of the civilian labor force plus all persons marginally attached to the labor force.”
•Gallup: 7.1%. BLS 7.4%.

The Gallup definition of underemployed corresponds roughly to the BLS U-6 NSA number: “Total unemployed, plus all persons marginally attached to the labor force, plus total employed part time for economic reasons, as a percent of the civilian labor force plus all persons marginally attached to the labor force.”
•Gallup: 15.8%. BLS: 12.0%.

Both Gallup and BLS show similar steep declines. Gallup’s unemployment number dropped from 10.9% in January 2010 to 7.1% in January [2015] (-35%). The closest comparable BLS metric (U-5 NSA) declined from 12.0% in January 2010 to 7.4% in January [2015] (-38%).

Which is more accurate? The Gallup survey is 30,000 people. Its accuracy suffers from the increasing number of people using mobile phones or refusing to do surveys (see this about the problems with their 2012 election surveys). The BLS Household Survey is twice the size (60,000), with an elaborate process to ensure accuracy (see details here; see their work to compensate for rising non-response bias).

http://fabiusmaximus.com/2015/02/09/jim-clifton-gallup-unemployment-bls-government-lie-78422/

So adjusted for GOP bias, the unemployment rate has declined 38% in the last 5 years.

Are government unemployment numbers a "big lie"?

Summary: Today we look at an example of a recurring myth on the Right, that nothing the government does can be trusted. It's part of their long and highly successful program to delegitimatize our g...

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 9 at 2015 1:33 PM

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1) The Affordable Care Act - the concept is good, but with some bad implementation and execution. The opposition always points out how expensive health insurance has become due to this law. Question: how many people file bankruptcy because they don't have health insurance and can't afford the medical bill each year before this law? Do you think these unpaid bills just magically disappear? We have a problem and we need to fix it. I am not saying that The Affordable Care Act is the ultimate solution. But it is better than what anybody has come up with before, which is NOTHING.

2) Executive Order 13607 - Establishing Principles of Excellence for Educational Institutions Serving Service Members, Veterans, Spouses, and Other Family Members. For those who think the current President doesn't respect/care the military personnel, care to explain this to me?

3) Executive Order 13623 - Preventing and Responding to Violence Against Women and Girls Globally. For those who are against everything the current President stands for, PLEASE tell me how you are against this executive order.

The list goes on. You can call me a libtard all you want. But fact is fact. Now, commence your argument on #2 and #3. I will even let you call Fox News and Newt first.

Response by SPC C Higgins made Feb 11 at 2015 6:09 PM

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Nothing

Response by SSG Leonard Johnson made Feb 13 at 2015 12:35 AM

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Couple things I like bout our Prrez....I like how we took it to the Pirates with the SEALs....Like how he took it to France by not showing up....Like how he was part of getting OBL.....like some of his charities he donates to....
However...as a former small business owner....there a lot of things I disagree with bro

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 13 at 2015 5:16 AM

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We both like fruit.

Response by SPC Don Stringer made Feb 13 at 2015 12:09 PM

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I like the fact, that as President, he has done so poorly, and set the bar so low, every other President from this point on will always have the excuse, "at least he is not Obama."

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Feb 13 at 2015 10:37 PM

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SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member provides a list of things that he finds admirable in President Obama and, sadly, I cannot find one that I would agree is true. Yet, he has challenged us to find something, anything that we might find positive in this man or his Administration. I must commend the SSG for his courage in raising the question inasmuch as he expects little support and indeed, gets little.

I wish I could find something, anything, but will have to admit failure.

When candidate Obama promised "Change" I hoped for a change back to the America that existed before the progressives took command of it. To be honest, I had little hope because he spoke as a progressive.

When candidate Obama promised "Hope" I lost all because he was hoping for equality of outcome while I hoped for equality of opportunity and an end to the ravages of political entrepreneurism that has wounded the American economy.

When President Obama came to office, I thought that although he demonstrated no discernible qualifications for the position, at least his inauguration would signal the end of racial discrimination. Sadly, race relations have worsened so much that polls now indicate that Americans of all races despair of any healing in the rifts between them.

Sorry SSG. I have failed to meet your challenge...

Response by SGT Steven Eugene Kuhn MBA made Feb 15 at 2015 5:22 AM

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I like that one blue and white stripped tie he occasionally wears...is that stretching it? lol

Response by SrA Matt Shuman made Feb 15 at 2015 11:21 AM

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Wow really can't think of anything!

Response by SSG Leonard Johnson made Feb 15 at 2015 11:37 AM

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Well I'm a conservative not a democrat or republican. With that said there is a few things I like about him.
1) whether you agree or disagree with him, whether he and others are telling the truth or not, they are going to follow through with their decision on domestic issues. I don't agree with none of the domestic issues, but he will follow through.
2) I like it how he took it to the terrorists years back on that boat and smoked everyone. I got to admit, I would have reacted sooner, it was a complete shock.
3) I like it how he drones everyone that he can. He needs to do more though :-)
3) sorry guys I don't like France, they are a bunch of socialist freaks. So I like how you He disrespected France by not showing up. That was a very good decision.France was warned about terrorists in 2001 and they chose... Wrongly.
4) he was supportive and getting OBL.
I really don't think even Slick Willy would have tried to get him. Because of Slick Willy we had 911 when he refused to get OBL in the nineties
5) sorry can't think of anything else.

sorry if the post is a little to direct, with my injuries I can barely type and I have to use voice recognition on my software, and still makes mistakes.
2)

Response by MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca made Feb 15 at 2015 1:56 PM

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Um, uh, his term is ending in 2017.

Response by SPC Mark Beard made Feb 15 at 2015 6:18 PM

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WHAT i LIKE ABOUT HIM IS HE IS NOT MY COMMANDER AND CHIEF I served under President Regan

Response by SPC Nicholas Cureton made Feb 16 at 2015 1:25 PM

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He did Drake the barrier of race, as far as Presidencies. I think that he is a good public speaker, I also think the removal of don't ask don't tell was a great step forward. In off the top of my head that's all the positive I can think of.

Response by Capt Walter Miller made Feb 17 at 2015 10:48 PM

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How many of you Army guys ever heard of Rodger Young?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MEJM0cboDg

The Ballad of Rodger Young

Dedicated to Infantry Men and Women everywhere, and the Corporal that managed to sneak the song onto my pc without me noticing. I couldn't find this on youtu...

Response by PO2 Stephen Brinkley (Scott) made Feb 17 at 2015 11:03 PM

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Nothing

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 18 at 2015 11:43 AM

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I don't undertand why it's easy to oppose a person. What do we expect he didn't came to power when the country was in good shape. I do believe that all though we keep saying we have let a side color. Most of the comments that I could read are base in many cases on racist backgrounds. What you think that our prior presidents where good NO. So stop basing your believes on that.
I am againts abortion True but also I belive that every person has a reason for which they do what they do. They are so many kids that are abandon and don't have a home and a shelter or any one to call a family and in many cases. You have not idea what may have influence the decision of a woman to end her pregnancy.
Also seriously petroleum prices at least made it down for a little bit compare to our prior leaders who own most of the petroleum companies and guess who help them to make more money. Whoa!
The service has cut down on the number of troops. That has always happen. To be honest I am in an a new soldier compared to the career that many have. I agree with getting rid of people that has forgotten what we joint for, the image that we supposed to portrait, what we represent, and have become comfortable with their position and care nothing about teaching and influence others. Am sorry but I have encounter some people that makes me a shame of seen them wearing the uniform.
Please don't think I am a lover of everything that he does, but stop basing everything you said on color. The question clearly above ask you about your opinion, not about minotities and racist complications. Let go of ignorance please. I dislike his medical bill and many other things. What do you expect the men to make a miracle. Bush shit in the country for years and you expect whom to fixed. It takes years to see the mess that a president had made.
You want a free country. Freedom has consequences and comes at a price.

Response by SSG William Patton made Feb 18 at 2015 1:19 PM

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I guess I have nothing to say.

Response by MSgt James Mullis made Feb 18 at 2015 2:45 PM

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I like that we have had our first black President. However, I can think of several black men and women I would rather was in his place. For me his positive attributes are in relatively unimportant areas such as: he dresses well, always has a good hair cut, he can read off a teleprompter and can give a rousing speech. As for his policies, opinions, appointments, numerous vacations, actions and in-actions as president....I refer back to the "If you have nothing nice to say, don't say nothing at all."

Response by MSgt Sean Dion made Feb 18 at 2015 3:15 PM

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He has kept the hospitality and security industry actively employed this past 6 years with all of his vacations......

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 19 at 2015 1:41 AM

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Before his tenure, it was impossible for Soldiers like me to be able to hold up to one of the Army Values: Integrity. How can you expect any Soldiers to have integrity when some of them are forced to lie about their personal lives and hide their true sexuality on a day to day basis just to maintain a status in our Armed Forces? For some reason, this was accepted as the hypocritical norm.
President Obama, as much as I disagree with most of what he stands for, does stand for equality...and I like that. The repeal of DADT in 2011 followed by DOMA in 2013 was monumental in bringing our country up to par with others in regards to universal equality. I don't care what religion you are or what your personal beliefs are. ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL. Period

Response by GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad made Feb 19 at 2015 7:49 AM

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He can't be reelected!

Response by MSgt Norman Chaney made Feb 19 at 2015 8:02 AM

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The President is a great speaker. He convinced me that he could unify the country in 2008 and I voted for him in 2008.

Response by Capt Walter Miller made Feb 21 at 2015 4:23 AM

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Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2015 1:17 PM

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No need to make any statements! He was voted back in by the voting population and the nation has him for a little longer.

Response by PO1 Steven Kuhn made Feb 21 at 2015 1:48 PM

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What do I like about Obama? He is a fair golfer, and he is the first half black American President. Since you asked me what I liked about President Obama my post will be very short as I believe he is actively seeking to destroy our nation and does not share our American values. I would like to remove my vote on his golfing ability because he has become a better golfer while he should have been putting effort into being a better President!

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2015 1:51 PM

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I respect him as my president, and am quite disappointed in those of you in this thread who are lacking the professionalism to do so. Do I like his methods to handle many of the issues this country faces? That is irrelevant. As the POTUS he has earned my respect as a subordinate. The expression that comes to mind, that many may be familiar with, "Respect the rank, even if you don't respect the person wearing it".

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2015 3:12 PM

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He smiles a lot while he is lying. He is a great double talker. Pretty soon he won't be in the Whitehouse anymore.

Response by SGT Paul Zinder made Feb 21 at 2015 3:34 PM

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He is a wonderful man. He is everything that is free, professional, wonderful about our nation. He is many levels. I would say Our President has teaching from MLK, JFK, Bill Clinton, and is very smart. He is what we need today in this nation. He has helped out the military more then most before him. You all know the new Post 911 bill is pretty grate. What else can I say. I know that more people in the country need to talk about how he helps military and the avg Joe. He is a family man, and a champion of the poor, Middle class and all Americans.

Response by A1C Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2015 11:06 PM

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I don't agree with saying Obama broke the racial barrier...this country is too politically correct and also many rights are being taken away from Christians so we don't "offend" anyone..only thing Obama did right was maybe when we saved that sailer from those Somali pirates in the beginning. He showed leadership there, but now there's no credibility with all the madness going on within this administration.

Response by PO1 William Bargar made Feb 21 at 2015 11:48 PM

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Ummmmm....... I'm still thinking! Not to be a hater, but I really don't think he has done much...... Not to mention...... He first ran on the "CHANGE" campaign pledge! Well to be honest it looks like the same 'ol, same 'ol D.C. POLITICS....... Nothing NEW....... JUST WASHINGTON D.C. .......BLAH, BLAH, BLAH!

Response by SPC Brandon Spray made Feb 22 at 2015 11:29 AM

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Nothing. For those that say's he broke barriers. The only barrier he broke was brain washing poeple to vote for him, YES he is the first black president. Good for him, all the other barriers have been broke by other people.

He is an eletist that doesn't have a clue how the real world works and survives. Coming from privilege, not to be confused with the "White Privilege" the media and leftist schools are pushing.

As far as questioning the status quo, that's fine and dandie when that push for "Change" and "Forward" is within the law and the constitution.

Response by SGT Paul Zinder made Feb 23 at 2015 11:17 AM

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Ok so Obama gave us the Post 9 11. You can give that money to your kids, or use it. IT pays your and college. Name another President that has done that. That is all. God bless America and Obama a man who cares for Military and vets.

Response by CPL Hayward Johnson made Feb 23 at 2015 11:53 AM

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His ability to keep calm and speak without anger or hatered coming from his voice. His ability to stay humble though he is hated by many. Theres so much more i want to say to those who cant follow simple instructions but i will hold my tounge because i was raised better.

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 23 at 2015 12:03 PM

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Nothing

Response by SrA Matt Shuman made Feb 24 at 2015 7:59 AM

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Wow I'm glad you have seen all of that, I guess I'm blind. I can't find anything good to say. Sorry

Response by SPC Michael Simpkins made Feb 25 at 2015 11:15 AM

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I like that he will be out of office in a few months. I like that he could not break the backs of our great country even though he tried his best.

Response by SSG Jacob Wiley made Feb 25 at 2015 11:16 AM

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Response by CWO2 Shelby DuBois made Feb 25 at 2015 12:03 PM

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Likes sports.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 11 at 2015 2:07 PM

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I thought his "Obama Care" medical and insurance plans had some merit until I realized it was costing some, more than before the policy went into effect. I wasn't sure about the businesses plan providing insurance until it began putting small business owners out of business. I'm not sure what the big picture is with him, but it has always been blurry.

Response by PO3 Alan Haynes made Mar 11 at 2015 2:19 PM

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Response by Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 11 at 2015 4:42 PM

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He does have a certain charisma about him and he "presents" well.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 13 at 2015 3:59 PM

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2 more years and he'll be gone

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 13 at 2015 7:21 PM

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We are all still here and WE can remember the ones we lost.
This is what I appreciate.

Regardless if you hate the man (not sure I know why, have you had a conversation with the man? Did he take your girl/guy?) or you just dislike his politics (I can understand that then).
He is not becoming King of American like many thought was going to happen (seriously?)
He had his time and he is not going for a 3rd term like I have read (again.. seriously?)
We haven't been wiped off the face of the world or become a "Muslim" nation (some might come up with 'facts' that we have.)
If you are a Lib or a Dem, remember what you read now. All the back handed comments and the anger filled words, the angry words, the hate words and be better. There is no use in rehashing what was said after this Presidency is over. Be better! Look for the positive in the next person. Remember, negativity stalls momentum and positive is progression. We can't all agree (God knows what kind of comments I am going to get after this is posted), but remember we are all in this together. Blue, Red, or Green (or anything else you want to throw in there) we are all we got.

Response by Sgt David G Duchesneau made Mar 13 at 2015 7:57 PM

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If this were a test question on an oral board, I would get an F and flunk because all I would be able to do is give you the trout look!. Like they say, if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all. SF!

Response by CW3 Craig Linghor made Mar 14 at 2015 4:50 AM

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I got a free phone...just kidding:)

Response by Cpl Mark McMiller made Mar 16 at 2015 9:07 AM

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hmmm, well...crickets...crickets

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 18 at 2015 12:26 PM

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Uh, He only has two more years left.

The End.

Response by 1SG Rick Davis made Mar 18 at 2015 12:58 PM

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He only voted present when he was a senator. Locked his birth certificate and school records up so we didn' t know who he was. Never had a real job, conspired with a underground self admitted comunist bomber to run for president , on and on. Yes my mother told me if you can't say something nice, say nothing at all. But my father told me a snake was a snake and don't trust its next move. He hates the military, is a lousy President and is a true has destroyed the United States. He is also a true muslim, as he let slip in an interview, that corrected by the lib newscaster on television. To think that he is truely a commander in chief is just not living in reality.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 18 at 2015 1:52 PM

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I like the final resolve on Osama Bin Laden that is a positive.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 18 at 2015 5:40 PM

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He's a phenomenal role model of what not to do as president.

You can't appreciate mediocre until you've had terrible.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 18 at 2015 5:45 PM

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He was pretty funny on Jimmy Kimmel reading his own mean tweets.

Response by SGT James Hunsinger made Mar 18 at 2015 6:15 PM

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After long and careful contemplation I have arrived at the conclusion that there is absolutely nothing that I have liked about Obama.

Response by SGT Paul Zinder made Mar 18 at 2015 6:27 PM

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Free Health care now free college, what more can he do. The man is a saint. He sees the poor and middle class in the nation and wants to help all. His heart is in the right place now matter how you look at it.

Response by BG David Fleming III made Mar 27 at 2015 3:50 PM

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Michelle Obama

Response by MCPO Tom Miller made Apr 1 at 2015 12:23 PM

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I think that he was never qualified for the presidential office. He has divided this country base on socialist anti rich, racist rantor, selective law enforcement and scandalous leadership. My father retired army and died in a VA hospital from war disabilities loved our country in every respect. Like my father, I followed his foot steps with a career in the Navy. Most importantly it was God and country. When PC directed leadership became the mantra for Flag Officers, we lost our edge in training and pride. To celebrate the return of this deserter as a hero slapped all of us in the face and a rose garden show was treasonous at best. Trading 5 leaders with a historic record of murder of women and children and our troops is beyond comprehensive order. For him to considered a great leader he has a mountain to climb.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 14 at 2015 3:16 PM

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I like that he's black.

I'm not referring to breaking racial barriers, which is awesome. I'm not referring to the fact that, though slow, America is progressing and improving. I'm not referring to anything positive or negative he may have done in support or defense of the rights of minorities or individual freedoms while in office.

My community is full of racist, ignorant and closed-minded morons. It makes me smile to know that their day is made a little bit more miserable regarding something that in the long run is rather insignificant: their own prejudice.

Response by CPO Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2015 6:41 PM

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Please elaborate on the things you listed.... You stated opinions, not facts.. Thanks

Response by CPO Private RallyPoint Member made May 18 at 2015 6:43 PM

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Please state facts to support opinions

Response by SFC Tyrone Almendarez made May 18 at 2015 6:47 PM

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Here's a couple. For all the haters I also listed his accomplishments with citation. No punchlines and one liners. FACTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Here’s What He’s Done

Returned The Executive Branch To Fiscal Responsibility

Within his first week, he signed an Executive Order ordering an audit of government contracts, and combating waste and abuse. http://1.usa.gov/dUvbu5

Created the post of Chief Performance Officer, whose job it is to make operations more efficient to save the federal government money. http://n.pr/hcgBn1

On his first full day, he froze White House salaries. http://on.msnbc.com/ewJUIx

He appointed the first Federal Chief Information Officer to oversee federal IT spending.http://www.cio.gov

He committed to phasing out unnecessary and outdated weapons systems. To that end, he also signed the Democratic-sponsored Weapons Systems Acquisition Reform Act, which attempted to put a stop to waste, fraud and abuse in the defense procurement and contracting system. http://bit.ly/hOw1t1http://bit.ly/fz8GAd

Through an executive order, he created the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform. http://bit.ly/hwKhKa

Prevented a Bush Depression and Improved the Economy

Pushed through and signed the Democratic-sponsored American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, otherwise known as “the stimulus package.” The bill passed, even though only three Republicans voted for it. In a major departure from the previous administration, he launched recovery.gov, a website that allows taxpayers to track spending from the Act. http://1.usa.gov/ibiFSshttp://1.usa.gov/e3BJMk

The Bush-led Great Recession was costing the economy nearly 800,000 jobs per month by the time President Obama took office. But by the end of his first year, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act created and sustained 2.1 million jobs and stimulated the economy by 3.5%. http://reut.rs/i46CEE

Not only did he completed the massive TARP financial and banking rescue plan, he also leaned on the banks and others, and recovered virtually all of the bail-out money. http://1.usa.gov/eA5jVShttp://bit.ly/eCNrD6

He created the Making Home Affordable home refinancing plan. http://1.usa.gov/goy6zl

Oversaw the creation of more jobs in 2010 alone than Bush did in eight years. http://bit.ly/hrrnjY

Along with Democrats, and almost no Republicans, implemented an auto industry rescue plan, and saved as many as 1 million jobs. http://bit.ly/ibhpxr Many are of the opinion that he saved the entire auto industry, and even the economy of the entire Midwest. http://bit.ly/gj7mt5This resulted in GM returning to its place as the top car company in the world. http://lat.ms/zIJuQx

Doubled funding for the Manufacturing Extension Partnership, which is designed to improve manufacturing efficiency. http://bit.ly/eYD4nf

Signed the Democratic-sponsored Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act giving the federal government more tools to investigate and prosecute fraud in every corner of the financial system, and create a bipartisan Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission to investigate the financial fraud that led to the economic meltdown. http://abcn.ws/g18Fe7

Signed the Democratic-sponsored Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure (CARD) Act, which was designed to to protect consumers from unfair and deceptive credit card practices. http://1.usa.gov/gIaNcS

Increased infrastructure spending after years of neglect. http://bit.ly/f77aOw

Signed the Democratic-sponsored and passed Helping Families Save Their Homes Act, expanding on the Making Home Affordable Program to help millions of Americans avoid preventable foreclosures. The bill also provided $2.2 billion to help combat homelessness, and to stabilize the housing market. http://bit.ly/eEpLFn

Through the Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009, he and Congressional Democrats provided tax credits to first-time home buyers, which helped the U.S. housing market recovery. http://bit.ly/dZgXXwhttp://bit.ly/gORYfL

Initiated a $15 billion plan designed to encourage increased lending to small businesses. http://1.usa.gov/eu0u0b

Created business.gov, which allows for online collaboration between small businesses and experts re managing a business. (The program has since merged with SBA.gov.) http://www.business.gov

Played a lead role in getting the G-20 Summit to commit to a $1.1 trillion deal to combat the global financial crisis. http://nyti.ms/gHlgp5

Took steps to improve minority access to capital. http://bit.ly/f9xVE7

Signed an Executive Order instructing federal agencies to review all federal regulations and remove any unnecessary and/or burdensome regulations from the books. http://1.usa.gov/Lpo5bd

Through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, saved at least 300,000 education jobs, such as teachers, principals, librarians, and counselors that would have otherwise been lost. http://1.usa.gov/ez30D

Dismantled the Minerals Management Service, thereby cutting ties between energy companies and the government. http://nyti.ms/bw1MLu

Along with Congressional Democrats, provided funding to states and the Department of Homeland Security to save thousands of police and firefighter jobs from being cut during the recession. http://bit.ly/g0IKWR

Used recovered TARP money to fund programs at local housing finance agencies in California, Florida, Nevada, Arizona and Michigan. http://on.msnbc.com/i1i8eV

Crafted and signed an executive order establishing the President’s Advisory Council on Financial Capability to assist in financial education for all Americans. http://bit.ly/eyqsNE

China’s largest manufacturer, Foxconn, is building a large plant in Pennsylvania http://cnnmon.ie/1k7LT4S

Worked with Apple Computer to get them to build more product here, and thecompany is building two large plants to manufacture products here; one in Texas http://zd.net/1nkpt2O and one in Arizona http://bit.ly/1mXY5Vg

Oversaw increase of manufacturing jobs by more than 500,000 since 2010, and created an institute to invest in more manufacturing jobs in the technology fields of the future. http://nyti.ms/1egyXrV

Ordered all federal contractors to pay a minimum wage of $10.10 per hour, leading the way to a national increase. http://wapo.st/1iaU5kd

Ordered the completion of the International Trade Data System, a digital trade record book, by 2016. This move will streamline and simplify the process through which small- and medium-sized businesses set up the export of US goods. http://bit.ly/1nwSRF4

Created a climate in which there have been 55 consecutive months of job growth, totaling more than 10 million jobs, which is roughly 10,000,000 more jobs than Bush created in eight years. http://1.usa.gov/1vBDeyCThis is also the longest stretch of private-sector job growth in US history. http://wapo.st/1w3J8Zy

Led the country to 64 consecutive months of economic expansion, eclipsing Saint Reagan’s record, by far. http://onforb.es/1sxJ2by

Oversaw a reduction in the dollar amount of the federal budget deficit by two-thirds since taking office. http://bit.ly/1xKMmjY

Reduced the federal budget deficit from 9.8% of GDP in Fiscal Year 2009 under Bush, to 2.9% of GDP in FY 2014. http://www.cbo.gov/publication/45653

Under Obama, the stock market has reached record highs, restoring most of the economic losses felt during the Bush Recession, when it reached record lows, adjusted for inflation. http://bit.ly/1z4FAtL

Brought Much-Improved Transparency and Better Government

Signed an order banning gifts from lobbyists to anyone in the Executive Branch. http://bit.ly/fsBACN

Signed an order banning anyone from working in an agency they had lobbied in previous years, and put strict limits on lobbyists’ access to the White House. http://nyti.ms/gOrznV

Held the first-ever first online town hall from the White House, and took questions from the public. http://bit.ly/gVNSgX

Became the first to stream every White House event, live. http://1.usa.gov/kAgOP5

Established a central portal for Americans to find service opportunities. http://www.serve.gov

Issued an Executive Order on Presidential Records, which restored the 30-day time frame for former presidents to review records, and eliminated the right for the vice president or family members of former presidents to do the reviews. Provides the public with greater access to historic White House documents, and severely curtails the ability to use executive privilege to shield them. http://1.usa.gov/gUetLb

Improved aspects of the Freedom of Information Act, and issued new guidelines to make FOIA more open and transparent when processing FOIA requests. http://1.usa.gov/gjrnp2

Proposed rules that would streamline the Department of Education’s procurement policies and make them more transparent. http://bit.ly/1r9oQvh

Provided the first voluntary disclosure of the White House Visitors Log in history. http://1.usa.gov/hQ7

Wall Street Reforms and Consumer Protection

Ordered 65 executives who took bailout money to cut their own pay until they paid back all bailout money. http://huff.to/eAi9Qq

Along with Congressional Democrats, pushed through and got passed Dodd-Frank, one of the largest and most comprehensive Wall Street reforms since the Great Depression. http://bit.ly/hWCPg0http://bit.ly/geHpcD

By signing Dodd-Frank legislation, created the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau http://1.usa.gov/j5onG

Created rules that reduce the influence of speculators in the oil market. http://bit.ly/MDnA1t

Fashioned rules so that banks can no longer use YOUR money to invest in high-risk financial instruments that work against their own customers’ interests. http://bit.ly/fnTayj

Supported the concept of allowing stockholders to vote on executive compensation. http://bit.ly/fnTayj

Endorsed and supported the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act of 2009 that would close offshore tax avoidance loopholes. http://bit.ly/esOdfBhttp://bit.ly/eG4DPM

Negotiated a deal with Swiss banks that now permits the US government to gain access to the records of criminals and tax evaders. http://bit.ly/htfDgw

Signed the American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act, which closed many of the loopholes that allowed companies to send jobs overseas, and avoid paying US taxes by moving money offshore.http://1.usa.gov/bd1RTq

Established a Consumer Protection Financial Bureau designed to protect consumers from financial sector excesses. http://bit.ly/fnTayj

Oversaw and then signed a Democratic bill constituting the most sweeping food safety legislation since the Great Depression. http://thedc.com/gxkCtP

Through the Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act, extended the False Claims Act to combat fraud by companies and individuals using money from the TARP and Stimulus programs. http://bit.ly/SLTcSa

Set up rules for banks in handling legal marijuana money. http://nyti.ms/1b80o2K

Signed Executive Order to add a number of further protections to consumer financial transactions, to further limit instances of identity theft. http://1.usa.gov/1pjfUFq

Took steps to prevent pirate fishing and protect fish populations, and ordered stricter labeling requirements on labeling of seafood products in stores. http://1.usa.gov/1BYhTUn

Enhanced Civil Rights and Anti-Discrimination

Along with Congressional Democrats, advocated for and signed the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, which made it a federal crime to assault anyone based on his or her sexual orientation or gender identity. http://bit.ly/gsMSJ7

Pushed through, signed and demanded the Pentagon enact a repeal of the discriminatory “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” policy that forced soldiers to lie in order to be eligible to fight for their country, and put our troops at risk by disqualifying many qualified soldiers from helping. http://bit.ly/fdahuHhttp://bit.ly/mZV4Pz

Extended benefits to same-sex partners of federal employees. http://1.usa.gov/g2RLCj

Appointed more openly gay officials than anyone in history. http://bit.ly/g1lA7D

Appointed first openly transgender Cabinet Official in History. http://bit.ly/58zUp7

Changed HUD rules to prohibit gender and sexual orientation-based discrimination in housing bit.ly/9RxEnP

Changed his mind and publicly expressed support for same-sex marriage. http://bit.ly/JsiFKp

Issued a Presidential Memorandum reaffirming the rights of gay couples to make medical decisions for each other. http://1.usa.gov/aUueGT

Wrote and signed an Executive Order establishing a White House Council on Women and Girls to ensure that all Cabinet and Cabinet-level agencies evaluate the effect of their policies and programs on women and families. http://bit.ly/e1puTkhttp://1.usa.gov/rFfqMM

Signed the Democratic-sponsored Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, which restored basic protections against pay discrimination for women and other workers. This was after the GOP blocked the bill in 2007. Only 5 Republican Senators voted for the bill. http://bit.ly/fT3Cxg

Signed two executive orders that mirror provisions of the Paycheck Fairness Act, because the GOP Congress refuses to pass it. It makes is possible for employees to talk about their salaries without retaliation, and orders salary data collection. These measures will make it harder for employers to pay women less. http://huff.to/1nwVOWf

Expanded funding for the Violence Against Women Act. http://1.usa.gov/dSbI0x

Under his guidance, National Labor Relations Board issued final rules that require all employers to prominently post employees’ rights where all employees or prospective employees can see it, including all websites and intranets. http://1.usa.gov/qu2EhQ

Advocated that United Nations adopt a policy supporting gay rights worldwide. http://lat.ms/pQe1RS

Issued an order requiring hospitals to allow visitation by same-sex couples. http://reut.rs/llNJek

Appointed Kareem Dale as the first ever Special Assistant to the President for Disability Policy. http://1.usa.gov/fi5IY0

Helped Democrats in Congress pass and signed the Civil Rights History Act. http://bit.ly/th0JC8

Established the White House Council of Native American Affairs, to improve government-to-government relations with Native American nations. http://1.usa.gov/1cIEeEv

Formed a commission to examine and make recommendations for fixing the broken voting system. http://wapo.st/16K0D

As soon as the Supreme Court invalidated the Defense of Marriage Act, he moved to extend federal benefits to same-sex couples. http://wapo.st/1avDjue

At a press conference August 9, 2013, gave up a small measure of executive power, promising to create adversarial process in FISA regarding NSA surveillance. http://1.usa.gov/1dQmnyQ

Proposed new HUD rules that would enhance Fair Housing Laws, to give HUD and other enforcement agencies more teeth in enforcing them. http://bit.ly/1qkz4uQ

Shattered another glass ceiling by naming Janet Yellen chair of the Federal Reserve beginning Feb. 1, 2014. http://usat.ly/1gqMBfk

Appointed several prominent gay athletes and others, and plans to show US government’s commitment to gay rights to anti-gay Russia. http://on.cpsj.com/1fckN9h

Ordered a review of capital punishment policies after several botched executions. http://nyti.ms/RDJp58

Obama’s Department of Agriculture propagated new rules designed to better enforce nondiscrimination when it comes to USDA investigations. These rules also extended nondiscrimination to gender identity. http://bit.ly/1yChJhi

Obama’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commission clarified and strengthened rules prohibiting discrimination against pregnant workers. http://alj.am/1mo0kjV

Banned all federal contractors from discriminating against gay workers. http://1.usa.gov/1ok1gfH

Created a requirement in which companies who bid on federal contracts of more than $500,000 must publicly disclose all previous violations of labor law, including unpaid claims for back wages. http://1.usa.gov/V54qY3

Made it illegal for federal contractors with more than $1 million in contracts to force employees into arbitration to settle workplace discrimination accusations. http://1.usa.gov/V54qY3

The Obama Department of Justice made significant reductions in drug sentencing guidelines for current prisoners, thus releasing thousands from US prisons. This is the first step in 30 years toward reducing the US prison population, which is the highest in the world. http://n.pr/1mWBLkM

Thanks to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, inflation in the healthcare sector dropped to its lowest point in 50 years. http://on.wsj.com/1E6cYjF

Through a Presidential Memorandum, changed the rules to concentrate immigration enforcement on those who commit crimes, and voed to stop breaking up families. http://1.usa.gov/1uTZ8gV

Through another Presidential memorandum, President Obama streamlined the visa process, to make it more responsive and humane for those who want to be here legally. http://1.usa.gov/1tgDRti

Took steps to tighten the reins when it comes to providing local law enforcement agencies with military-style equipment and exercising more control over the equipment they receive. http://1.usa.gov/1ATWV3K

Oversaw the first drop in the federal prison population in 32 years. http://bit.ly/1B5h8rW

Vetoed Republican bill that would have blocked new NLRB rules that were designed to speed up the time it takes workers to unionize. http://reut.rs/1agujMO He also added a Memorandum of Disagreement to make his reasons for the veto clear and made a major statement in support of unions. http://1.usa.gov/1NG7RuA

Major Improvements in Foreign Relations, American Status Around the World

Visited more countries and met with more world leaders than any previous president during his first six months in office. http://bit.ly/hZycda

As he promised, he gave a speech at a major Islamic forum in Cairo early in his administration.http://nyti.ms/dKvY4g

Helped to restore America’s reputation around the world as a global leader that does the “right thing” in world affairs, at least according to the rest of the world. http://bit.ly/h743y7http://bit.ly/ho4TCr

Re-established and reinforced our partnership with NATO and other allies on strategic international issues. http://1.usa.gov/e7QuDj

Closed a number of secret detention facilities. http://nyti.ms/rpUc9l

Improved relations with Middle East countries by appointing special envoys. http://1.usa.gov/tiGAGe

Pushed forward the first realistic Middle East peace strategy in more than a decade, without abandoning the two-state solution. http://wapo.st/1avyste

Pushed for military to emphasize devlopment of foreign language skills. http://bit.ly/AxUCLV

Offered $400 million to the people living in Gaza, called on both Israel and the Palestinians to stop inciting violence. http://bit.ly/9axfWh

Refused to give Israel the green light to attack Iran over their possible nuclear program, and thus avoid another war that Republicans wanted. http://bit.ly/xVmSZK

Ordered the closure of the prison at Guantanamo Bay. It was Republicans (and, unfortunately, progressive Democrats) who prevented follow through. http://bit.ly/eW6CVF

Ordered a review of our detention and interrogation policy, and prohibited the use of torture, or what Bush called “enhanced interrogation.” He ordered interrogators to limit their actions to the Army Field manual. http://bit.ly/g6MTuC

Ordered all secret detention facilities in Eastern Europe and elsewhere to be closed. http://bbc.in/h6N9ax

Released the Bush torture memos. http://bit.ly/hWJ5z0

On his second day in office, he signed a detailed Executive Order that banned torture, reversed all Bush torture policies, and put the United States in compliance with the Geneva Convention. http://1.usa.gov/dL6Zvehttp://nyti.ms/hzWWys

In response to the emerging “Arab Spring,” he created a Rapid Response fund, to assist emerging democracies with foreign aid, debt relief, technical assistance and investment packages in order to show that the United States stands with them. http://bit.ly/zfmGv9

Ended the F-22 program, saving $4 billion. Though the single-seat, twin-engine, fighter aircraft cost $358 million each, and the military had 187 built, the F-22 never flew a combat mission. http://slate.me/PYzmzT(Just as an aside, that “fiscally conservative” Republican Party fought to keep it.)

Passed the Iran Sanctions Act, to prevent war and encourage the Iranian government to give up their nuclear program. http://1.usa.gov/wLtNjb

Ended the Iraq War. http://tgr.ph/ru0tyS

Worked to keep our withdrawal from Afghanistan on track, despite GOP opposition.http://reut.rs/1cIOsF1Reiterated that commitment in 2014. http://nyti.ms/1exnmRF

Authorized and oversaw a secret mission by SEAL Team Six to rescue two hostages held by Somali pirates. http://bit.ly/y8c9Fz

Through United Nations Ambassador Susan Rice, helped negotiate a peaceful split of Sudan into two countries, this allowing for the creation of an independent South Sudan. http://reut.rs/qzE0Tj

Worked with Democratic Congress to make donations to Haiti tax deductible in 2009. http://huff.to/6YkAVY

Established a new U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue. http://1.usa.gov/eX28DP

Issued Executive Order blocking interference and helping to stabilize Somalia. http://1.usa.gov/hxdf8U

Established new, more reasonable policies in our relations with Cuba, such as allowing Cuban-Americans to visit their families and send money to support them. http://n.pr/hY3Kwa http://nyti.ms/emQBde

Negotiated the framework for an agreement with Iran that would end their nuclear weapons program. http://bit.ly/1y5aD97

Became the first US President to visit Jamaica in more than 30 years and worked to restore relations with the country, and signed a natural gas distribution agreement with the country. http://bit.ly/1JtpFqi

A More Realistic Approach to “Defense” and National Security

Created a comprehensive new strategy for dealing with the international nuclear threat. http://1.usa.gov/gDX1nE

Authorized a $1.4 billion reduction in Star Wars program in 2010. http://1.usa.gov/gLFZl2

Restarted nuclear nonproliferation talks and built up the nuclear inspection infrastructure/protocols to where they had been before Bush. http://lat.ms/gkcl3i

Signed and pushed through ratification a new SALT Treaty. http://bit.ly/f3JVtw

Negotiated and signed a new START Treaty that will lst until at least 2021. http://1.usa.gov/cI1bC4

Through the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), reversed the Bush Administration and committed to no permanent military bases in Iraq. http://bit.ly/hk73OJ

Developed first comprehensive strategy with regard to Afghanistan and Pakistan designed to facilitate the defeat of al Qaeda and the withdrawal of most troops, as well as the rebuilding of Afghanistan. http://wapo.st/ee4Xcs

Returned our focus to Afghanistan, stabilized the country, and began the process of withdrawing our troops from the country. http://bit.ly/lNXUna

Negotiated a deal with Afghan govenment, to withdraw troops and military support, while assisting in rebuilding and modernizing of the country. http://bit.ly/K362an

Took steps to severely weaken al Qaeda and limited their ability to terrorize the world. http://yhoo.it/n5lXs6

Negotiated and signed a nuclear nonproliferation treaty with India. http://1.usa.gov/aHp0Cn

Took decisive action to use NATO to limit the slaughter of innocents in Libya, so that the Libyan people could topple the despotic Khadaffy government and determine their own fate. http://aje.me/qAh4Sj

Got Egyptian President/dictator Mubarak to leave the Egyptian government to the people, to determine their own fate. http://f24.my/efvgNZ

In 2011, reoriented American focus from the Middle East to the Asian-Pacific region by simultaneouly engaging China and crafting new alliances with Asian countries uncomfortable with Chinese behavior. http://bit.ly/RGlMDi

Restored federal agencies such as FEMA to the point that they have been able to manage a huge number of natural disasters successfully. http://bit.ly/h8Xj7z

Authorized Navy SEALS to successfully secure the release of a US captain held by Somali pirates and increased patrols off the Somali coast. http://nyti.ms/efBO7B

Has repeatedly beefed up border security http://bit.ly/mMYB4i

Ordered and oversaw the Navy SEALS operation that killed Osama bin Laden. http://bit.ly/jChpgw

Established the Homeland Security Partnership Council, which will attempt to enhance the nation’s ability to “address homeland security priorities, from responding to natural disasters to preventing terrorism, by utilizing diverse perspectives, skills, tools, and resources.” http://1.usa.gov/VJjLXO

Signed agreement with Afghanistan to end war, turn security over to Afghans. http://nyti.ms/1xSjgBd

Breaking with presidential tradition, especially recent tradition, instead of just attacking Syria in the wake of chemical weapons attacks on Syrians, Obama ordered a full report on the decision-making process, should he decide to order one. http://cbsn.ws/184RFgu

Instead of holding hearings and trying to create a political football, quietly captured a suspect who actually committed the Benghazi terrorist attack. http://wapo.st/1jFlmzv He is also getting a lot of useful information from the suspect. http://nyti.ms/UfE2Ka

Signed an executive order allowing sanctions against individuals and groups that threaten national cybersecurity. http://1.usa.gov/1HWcGMG

Returned Government to Treating Soldiers and Veterans with Dignity and Respect

Provided active combat troops with better body armor. http://bit.ly/hzSv2h

Created Joint Virtual Lifetime Electronic Record program for military personnel, in order to improve the quality of their medical care. http://1.usa.gov/f4yaxW

Put an end to the Bush-era stop-loss policy that kept soldiers in Iraq/Afghanistan beyond their enlistment date. (personal note: my son will be in harm’s way for six fewer months with Obama as president, so you know I love this one.) http://nyti.ms/e2YQ7Q

Along with Congressional Democrats, supported and signed Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act, which made more money available to enable better medical care for veterans. http://1.usa.gov/fN4ur1

Along with Congressional Democrats, ushered through largest spending increase in 30 years for Department of Veterans Affairs, with money to go to improved medical facilities, and to assist states in acquiring or constructing state nursing homes and extended care facilities. http://1.usa.gov/gY8O3x

Created the Green Vet Initiative, which provided special funding to the Labor Department to provide veterans with training in green jobs. http://bit.ly/epwUQY

Initiated and signed a recruitment and employment plan to get more veterans into government jobs. http://bit.ly/b48coi

Oversaw a $4.6 billion expansion of the Veterans Administration budget to pay for more mental health professionals. http://bit.ly/gjzTxX

Signed the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act, which ensures that spouses of military personnel who are forced to move because their spouse is posted for military duty will be able to avoid state taxes in their temporary residence. http://bit.ly/1Gh0NX

Issued an Executive Order to improve access to mental health care for veterans, military personnel and their families. http://1.usa.gov/TP7PVZ

was able to get Syria to dismantle its chemical weapons without military firing a single shot or dropping a single bomb. http://nyti.ms/1lVEkU7

Along with Congressional Democrats, not only reauthorized families of fallen soldiers to be able to visit when the body arrives at Dover AFB, but also provided funding for it. Ended the media blackout on coverage of the return of fallen soldiers. http://nyti.ms/glqN66 http://bbc.in/gWSSkA

Funded Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) with an extra $1.4 billion to improve veterans’ services. http://1.usa.gov/huhqfo

Signed into law a bill that provides support, counseling, and breastfeeding supplies to military moms who are covered under TRICARE, the health insurance provided to veterans. http://bit.ly/1yNxL8O

Refocused the Federal Government on Education, Made Rational Reforms

Through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act , invested heavily in elementary, secondary and post-secondary education. http://1.usa.gov/gGRIAr

Created the Race to the Top program, which encouraged states to come up with effective school reforms and rewards the best of them. http://bit.ly/NHtZ7L

Oversaw major expansion of broadband availability in K-12 schools nationwide. http://bit.ly/fNDcj3

Oversaw major expansion in school construction. http://bit.ly/fYwNrV

Also through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, he put $5 billion into early education, including Head Start. http://1.usa.gov/tzT2Rr

Signed the Democratic-sponsored Post-9/11 GI Bill, also known as GI Bill 2.0 http://bit.ly/hPhG7J

Oversaw expansion of the Pell Grants program, to expand opportunity for low and middle income students to go to college. http://bit.ly/hI6tXz

Along with Democratic Congress, passed and signed Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, which provided an extra $12.2 billion in funds. http://1.usa.gov/dQvtUe

Took major new steps to protect students from ineffective for-profit colleges through “gainful employment” measures, whereby schools have to demonstrate that its students actually find work to get federal aid. http://1.usa.gov/jkzQe2

Repeatedly increased funding for student financial aid, and at the same time cut the banks completely out of the process, thus us creating greater accountability. http://bit.ly/gYWd30 http://bit.ly/e9c7Dr http://bit.ly/eEzTNq

Reformed student loan program, to make it possible for students to refinance at a lower rate. http://nyti.ms/dMvHOt

Created a rating system for colleges, so that those applying for student financial aid know better what they’re paying for. http://bit.ly/14Dn7UL

An Adult View on Science, Technology and Health Care

Created a Presidential Memorandum to restore scientific integrity in government decision-making. http://1.usa.gov/g2SDuw

Opened up process for fast-tracking patent approval for green energy projects. http://bit.ly/j0KV2U

Eliminated Bush-era restrictions on embryonic stem cell research, and provided increased federal support for biomedical and stem cell research. http://bit.ly/h36SSOhttp://ti.me/edezge

Through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, committed more federal funding, about $18 billion, to support non-defense science and research labs. http://nyti.ms/fTs9t7

Signed Democratic-sponsored Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act, the first comprehensive attempt to improve the lives of Americans living with paralysis. http://bit.ly/fOi2rb

Expanded the Nurse-Family Partnership program, which provides home visits by trained registered nurses to low-income expectant mothers and their families, to cover more first-time mothers.http://bit.ly/jRRRJc

Obama EPA reversed research ethics standards which allowed humans to be used as “guinea pigs” in tests of the effects of chemicals, to comply with numerous codes of medical ethics. http://bit.ly/bKgqdS

Conducted a cyberspace policy review. http://1.usa.gov/gmbdvC

Provided financial support for private sector space programs. http://bit.ly/fn8ucr

Oversaw enhanced earth mapping, to provide valuable data for agricultural, educational, scientific, and government use. http://bit.ly/dNTRyP

Along with Democrats in Congress, ushered through and signed a bill authorizing FDA to regulate tobacco. http://on.msnbc.com/fiKViB As a result, the FDA has Ordered Tobacco Companies to Disclose Cigarette Ingredients and banned sale of cigarettes falsely labeled as “light.”

Through American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, provided $500 million for Health Professions Training Programs. http://bit.ly/ecQSgA

Increased funding for community-based prevention programs. http://bit.ly/frMPG3

Oversaw a 50% decrease in cost of prescription drugs for seniors. http://bit.ly/e5b1iqhttp://1.usa.gov/fVNkt9

Eliminated the Bush-era practice of forbidding Medicare from negotiating with drug companies on price. http://bit.ly/fOkG5b

Two weeks after taking office, signed Democratic-sponsored Children’s Health Insurance Reauthorization Act, which increased the number of children covered by health insurance by 4 million. http://bit.ly/fDEzGv

Urged Congress to investigate Anthem Blue Cross for raising premiums 39% without explanation. Democratic Rep. Waxman responded by launching a probe, and Anthem Blue Cross put increase on hold for two months. http://yhoo.it/e8Tj9C

Ushered through and signed Affordable Care Act, which expanded health insurance coverage to at least 30 million more people, ended many common insurance company practices that are often detrimental to those with coverage. He also established healthcare.gov, so that taxpayers could keep up with developments. http://www.healthcare.gov/

Through ACA, allowed children to be covered under their parents’ policy until they turned 26. http://nyti.ms/fNB26V

Through the ACA, provided tax breaks to allow 3.5 million small business to provide health insurance to their employees, and 29 million people will receive tax breaks to help them afford health insurance. http://nyti.ms/fNB26V

Through the ACA, expanded Medicaid to those making up to 133% of the federal poverty level. http://nyti.ms/ekMWpo

Through the ACA, health insurance companies now have to disclose how much of your premium actually goes to pay for patient care. http://nyti.ms/fNB26V

Provisions in the ACA have already resulted in Medicare costs actually declining slightly this fiscal year, for the first time in many years, according to the Congressional Budget Office. The increase in 2011 was 4%, which is very low compared to the average 12% annual inflation rate during previous 40 years. http://1.usa.gov/oMxpTh

Since passage of the ACA, health care inflation is at its lowest level since 1960. http://1.usa.gov/1vXR0Ld

Created the HIV Care Continuum Initiative, to strengthen the government’s ability to respond to the continuing domestic HIV epidemic, after years of Republicans weakening the government’s ability to deal with the crisis. http://1.usa.gov/1iLED0t

Expanded space exploration and discovery options to include more players. http://1.usa.gov/13qmZpm

Through the Connect America Fund, pushed through and received FCC approval for a move of $8 billion in subsidies away from telephone landlines to assist lower-income rural families in accessing broadband. http://lat.ms/vhRUEs http://bit.ly/129V3SY

In the wake of the West Fertilizer tragedy, in which an entire small town was devastated by an explosion at a fertilizer plant, in part because Republican negligence let the company do whatever it wanted, formed the Chemical Safety and Security Working Group, to work on measures to prevent another such event. http://1.usa.gov/18kHSlA

By 2014, the Affordable Care Act dropped the number of uninsured Americans by 22.3%, which amounts to more than 10.3 million people with insurance who didn’t have it before. Only 13.9% of Americans are uninsured, a drop from 18.9% in 2013. http://on.msnbc.com/1r4kjGn

The Affordable Care Act has increased the life expectancy of Medicare greatly. http://on.wsj.com/1yuNco6

Established a Cyber Threat Intelligence Integration Center, a recommendation made by the 9/11 Commission, to coordinate efforts to fight cyber crime and terrorism. http://1.usa.gov/1A0aEoS

The Obama FCC, with his leadership, adopted strong net neutrality rules, to keep the Internet open and equal for everyone. http://fcc.us/1MhTlIA

Strengthened the Middle Class and Families, and Fought Poverty

Worked to provide affordable, high-quality child care to working families. http://bit.ly/fNfidS

Cracked down on companies that were previously denying sick pay, vacation and health insurance, and Social Security and Medicare tax payments through abuse of the employee classification of independent contractor. http://nyti.ms/fOGLcj

Through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act , cut taxes for 95% of America’s working families. http://bit.ly/eSEI4F

Tax rates for average working families are the lowest since 1950. http://bit.ly/f74pD8

Extended and fully funded the patch for the Alternative Minimum Tax for 10 years. http://bit.ly/eFeSdP

Extended discounted health coverage under the COBRA health insurance law for the unemployed from 9 months to 15 months, and he’s also extended unemployment benefits more than a few times. http://aol.it/evtVxDhttp://nyti.ms/emrqKJ http://bit.ly/hOtIpg http://bit.ly/fTT7kz

Provided a $20 billion increase for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps). http://nyti.ms/gfLqyM

Signed an Executive Order that established the White House Office of Urban Affairs. http://wapo.st/eWECA8

Included the Buffet Rule in his 2014 budget proposal, thus trying to fulfill a campaign promise, to make sure tax rates are fair between the rich and the middle class. http://1.usa.gov/19PkdQo

Used the fiscal cliff negotiations to extend for five additional years the American Opportunity Tax Credit, which provides tax credits to families for college-related expenses, thus saving those families up to $10,000. http://onforb.es/17zYg3u

Increased protections for those who are unemployed and are seeking a government job. http://1.usa.gov/1jgXATu

Updated and modernized overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) http://1.usa.gov/1iGDO8e

With First Lady Michelle Obama, passed the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act, which will improve nutrition in schools and make children healthier. http://1.usa.gov/GAXkSk

In his continuing effort to make college more affordable and accountable, will begin rating colleges with regard to affordability and value. http://bit.ly/14Dn7UL

Initiated a reform of federal job training programs, to make them more relevant to the current economy and the job market. http://1.usa.gov/1kZLQHG

Under Obama, the bottom 95% of taxpayers are paying lower federal income taxes than at any time in the last 50 years, including under Reagan, Bush 41 and Bush 43. http://bit.ly/1w1W8Ns

Signed a presidential memorandum authorizing six weeks paid leave for all federal employees with a new baby, and encouraged Congress to do the same for all workers. http://bit.ly/18613XA

2014 marked the first time since 1984 that unemployment dropped in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. 1.usa.gov/1E25u0C

Concrete Steps to Improve The Environment and Address Our Energy Needs

Doubling federal spending on clean energy research. http://bit.ly/iN0sCE

Pushed through a tax credit to help people buy plug-in hybrid cars. http://bit.ly/j8UP5Y

Created a program to develop renewable energy projects on the waters of our Outer Continental Shelf that will produce electricity from wind, wave, and ocean currents. http://1.usa.gov/fgfRWq

Reengaged in the climate change and greenhouse gas emissions agreements talks, and proposed one himself. He also addressed the U.N. Climate Change Conference, officially reversing the Bush era stance that climate change was a “hoax.” http://bit.ly/dX6Vj3 http://bit.ly/fE2PxKhttp://nyti.ms/hfeqvv

Fully supported the initial phase of the creation of a legally-binding treaty to reduce mercury emissions worldwide. http://bit.ly/eJ6QOO

Required states to provide incentives to utilities to reduce their energy consumption. http://bit.ly/lBhk7P

Under Obama, our dependence on foreign oil has dropped to its lowest rate since 1985, and continues to drop. http://1.usa.gov/1p6kTUy Meanwhile, consumption is way down because of reduced driving and higher mileage standards. http://ti.me/1z4HFG8

Improved siting, review and permitting stations for power plants, in an attempt to seriously improve the nation’s electric grid. http://1.usa.gov/1l8zNqn

Following the neglect of Bush’s eight year reign, he reengaged in a number of treaties and agreements designed to protect the Antarctic. http://bit.ly/fzQUFO

Created tax write-offs for purchases of hybrid automobiles, and later he and Democrats morphed that program into one that includes electric cars. http://bit.ly/glCukV

Established a quadrennial review of our energy infrastructure, to encourage a modernization of the grid, and to encourage the transition away from fossil fuel use. http://1.usa.gov/1nx2oMo

Mandated that federal government fleet purchases be for fuel-efficient American vehicles, and encouraged that federal agencies support experimental, fuel-efficient vehicles. http://bit.ly/h5KZqyhttp://1.usa.gov/fLWq5chttp://1.usa.gov/hmUSbk

Got BP to cough up $20 billion to establish Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund, to reduce the need for taxpayer funds to be used for compensation and clean up. http://wapo.st/ds2BxT (Note: it took 20 years to get $1.3 billion for the Exxon Valdez spill. )

Oversaw and pushed through an amendment to the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 authorizing advances from Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. http://1.usa.gov/yTRYVo

Actively tried to amend the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 to eliminate the liability limits for those companies responsible for large oil spills. http://nyti.ms/bxjDi3

Became the first President to simply say “Climate Change is a fact,” and set up the first federal government protocols for dealing with the impacts of climate change. http://1.usa.gov/1b7V67B

Initiated Criminal and Civil inquiries into the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. http://nyti.ms/bVuB7a

Asserted federal legal supremacy to bar Texas from authorizing new refinery permits on its own.http://bit.ly/ww8eMd

Set up new, stricter standards limiting power plant emissions. http://1.usa.gov/1mML2M3

Strengthened the Endangered Species Act. http://bit.ly/hscjsH

Strengthened protection for wildlife, and expanded enforcement of laws against wildlife trafficking. http://1.usa.gov/1fce1Ai

Obama EPA improved boiler safety standards to improve air quality, and save 6500 lives per year. http://bit.ly/jYH7nt

Through the EPA, attemped to take steps to severely limit the use of antibiotics in livestock feed, to increase their efficacy in humans. http://bit.ly/fBuWd2

Through new EPA regulations, he created a pretext for closing the dirtiest power plants in the country, by limiting emissions of mercury and other toxic gasses. http://bit.ly/rQCIgA

Increased funding for National Parks and Forests by 10% http://bit.ly/fbJPjY

Announced greatly improved commercial fuel efficiency standards. http://1.usa.gov/oQiC1K

Announced a huge increase in average fuel economy standards from 27.5mpg in 2010 to 35.5mpg starting in 2016 and 54.5 starting in 2025 http://1.usa.gov/qtghsW

Issued an Executive Order to facilitate investments in industrial energy efficiency that will help create jobs, while strengthening US manufacturing. Increased efficiency could save businesses $100 billion over the next decade. http://1.usa.gov/WsIgbx

Through an executive order, set up the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council, which will to oversee Gulf Coast restoration efforts in the wake of the 2010 BP oil splll. The money to fund the restoration efforts comes from fines against BP. http://1.usa.gov/Rxjb29

Through executive actions and bypassing the ineffectual Republican Congress, announced the most comprehensive plan to combat climate change in a generation. http://bit.ly/13lXhET

Ordered energy plants to prepare to produce at least 15% of all energy through renewable resources like wind and solar, by 2021. http://reut.rs/fV155p (Republicans are trying hard to kill it.)

Oversaw the creation of an initiative that converts old factories and manufacturing centers into new clean technology centers. http://bit.ly/mjnq2R

guided the country into a 418% increase in solar power capacity between 2010 and 2014. http://bit.ly/1rHkWJC

Bypassed Republican opposition in Congress and ordered EPA to begin regulating and measuring carbon emissions. http://bit.ly/froaP5

Oversaw a tripling in the use of wind power to generate electricity. For the third year in row, the United States led the world in increased wind power capacity. http://www.worldwatch.org/node/5448

Ordered the federal government to incorporate climate resilience and climate science into all international development in which the United States engages. http://1.usa.gov/YV1EpW

Fast-tracked regulations to allow states to enact fuel efficiency standards that exceeded federal standards. http://nyti.ms/e8e94x

Fast-tracked increased fuel economy standards for vehicles beginning with the 2011 model year. It was the first time such standards had been increased in a decade. http://politi.co/hiaPKM

Oversaw establishment of an Energy Partnership for the Americas, to create more markets for American-made biofuels and green energy technologies. http://bit.ly/lZp73y

Obama EPA reversed a Bush-era decision to allow the largest mountaintop removal project in US history. http://bit.ly/lP3yEL

Ordered the Department of Energy to implement more aggressive efficiency standards for common household appliances. http://1.usa.gov/g3MTbu

Obama EPA ruled that excess CO2 is a pollutant. http://bit.ly/iQTSNN

Closed a deal with China to limit carbon emissions to perhaps slow down climate change. http://nyti.ms/1xzyS8K

Blocked all oil and gas drilling in Bristol Bay, Alaska, one of the most pristine environments in North America http://lat.ms/13xUVFD

Signed an Executive Order to improve environmental efforts in the Arctic region and to combat climate change by better coordinating the efforts of the 23 federal agencies operating in the area. http://usat.ly/ZEzLzE

Vetoed a bill to fast track construction of the parallel Keystone XL pipeline. http://nbcnews.to/1DVDFo7

Signed an Executive Order committing the federal government to lead the way in building a sustainable economy. It’s his fifth doing just that. http://1.usa.gov/1EzO2ne

But That’s Not All…

Nominated Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court. Sotomayor is the first Hispanic Justice in the court’s history, and the women represent only the third and fourth women to serve on the court, out of a total of 112 justices. http://huff.to/eOChg6http://bit.ly/i02wgP

Appointed the most diverse Cabinet in history, including more women than any other incoming president. http://bit.ly/dX6vNB

Eliminated federal funding for abstinence-only education, and rescinded the global gag rule. http://bit.ly/eCFAI1 http://bit.ly/f92drF

Loosened the rules and allowed the 14 states that legalized medical marijuana to regulate themselves without federal interference. http://huff.to/eQfa7j

Signed national service legislation, increasing funding for national service groups, including triple the size of the Americorps program. http://bit.ly/idgQH5

Signed an Executive Order that will speed up deployment of a more comprehensive broadband infrastructure. http://1.usa.gov/M7rVpe

Signed an Executive Order creating jobs immediately by instructing them to reduce the time needed for review and permitting of infrastructure projects. http://1.usa.gov/GHxaYt

Signed a bill that provided $4.3 billion in additional assistance to 9/11 first responders. http://bit.ly/o7cWYS

Signed an Executive Order pledging support for efforts to end the global problem of violence against women and girls. http://1.usa.gov/MHTRVU

Signed the Claims Resolution Act, which provided $4.6 billion in funding for a legal settlement with black and Native American farmers who had been cheated out of government loans and natural resource royalties in the past. http://1.usa.gov/dGppUa

To help those communities devastated by Hurricane Sandy, issued an executive order setting up the Hurricane Sandy Rebuilding Task Force, and asked Congress to approve $60 billion in supplemental assistance to aid in storm recovery. http://1.usa.gov/134L7hl

Produced 23 Executive actions designed to make it easier for law enforcement to identify those who shouldn’t have guns, thus helping them enforce the law. http://on.wsj.com/SX9xaZ

Expanded trade agreements to include stricter labor and environmental agreements such as NAFTA. http://bit.ly/etznpY

Oversaw funding of the design of a new Smithsonian National Museum of African American History, which is scheduled to open on the National Mall in 2015. He protected the funding during the recent budget negotiations. http://on.fb.me/fD0EVO http://bit.ly/ff5Luv

Oversaw and passed increased funding for the National Endowment for the Arts.http://bit.ly/dFb8qF

And Did You Know?

Despite the characterizations of some, Obama’s success rate in winning congressional votes on issues was an unprecedented 96.7% for his first year in office. Though he is often cited as superior to Obama, President Lyndon Johnson’s success rate in 1965 was only 93%. http://n.pr/i3d7cY

And of course…

Despite the odds, became the first black president and then, was reelected by a wide margin.

Response by SFC John Trujillo made May 28 at 2015 10:25 PM

2015-05-28T22:25:47-04:00

Coming from Kenya, he's probably a pretty good long distance runner.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 29 at 2015 9:04 AM

2015-05-29T09:04:02-04:00

Despite the news we watch, not everyone is all good or all bad. Here's 10 POTUS pros... 10 POTUS cons...

Accomplishments

1) he's a great speaker. He makes you believe his words, even if some are baseless hollow comments that will eventually make you cringe after evaluating the meaning behind the rhetoric.

2) he took the fight to al Queda (bin laden), fulfilled that promise, then moved us out

3) Although it's terrible for THEIR region, he's kept us from fully committing against ISIS, a fight we gain nothing from winning but it seems many want to fight in any case.

4) he started the goal of making it possible for everyone to have a doctor. (The approach is backwards and could potentially hurt people or businesses who oppose/ can't afford it, and has done nothing to FIX problems in the healthcare industry - but he's started progress toward fulfilling the 'life' part of "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness"). People should have a God-given right to live healthy. Obamacare will be either tweaked, replaced, or improved because it is inherently flawed, but America's children deserve to go to school and not come home 'with what the poor kid's got.'

5) he has requested raises for military every year in office despite furloughs for other government employees. (Yes, I want bigger raises like back in the day, but maybe that's part of the reason why the country went broke in the first place).

6) he has pursued leaps and bounds for women in the work place. Low income folks (including many vets) have access to food stamps, welfare, WIC, etc. (more on that not being checked enough I n the negative column, but helping people who legitimately need it is always a good thing).

7) he has enacted policies to create more total jobs than ever in this country's history and reduced unemoyment rates tremendously - 9.9% to 5.5% (although I wouldn't contribute that all to him). Add in lower gas prices, higher average income wages, record stock highs (combined with Wall Street oversight), and economically speaking he's been a very effective fiscal administrator. (I guess trickle-down economics isn't as effective as taxing and spending wisely.)

8) he has reduced the deficit from $1.4 trillion in the red when he took office $480 billion today. (Annual budgets included, the deficit is the most important aspect of government finance).

9) while I personally give two craps about it, he's enticed a clean-energy technological revolution. All the tree huggers and hippy environmentalists are happy I guess, but he did that without really hurting our current industries like coal or oil. So while I could care less, some folks are happy and I'm sure it will undoubtedly make my daughters' world cleaner.

10) he's been a diplomatic champion. While we could roll over any enemy that stands in our way, he's done thing unilaterally and brought more countries and more stakeholders to the table in an increasingly globalized world. Middle East crazies, Iran, Russia, North Korea, African war lords, tyrants and dictators have all been changed for the better through diplomacy.

Criticisms ...

1) he couldn't deliver on his "I'll change the world" philosophy. Despite those 10 accomplishments above which ultimately led to a better America, he promised to turn around every bad thing into an American utopia. That's freakin impossible! People who never voted before flocked to the polls giving him more reelection votes than any President in history - but guess what, we all still live in the same world with the same problems. Thanks for your one time vote!

2) this administration is possibly the worst public relations machine ever. He is blamed for everything, and takes it. He looks weak by letting opponents say what they will without responding in kind. They say he's ruined the economy, built up gun control, eradicated the poor, micromanaged and personally orchestrated scandals like IRS/Benghazi cover up/fast in furious- nothing could be further from the truth, but he stands there either looking like an inept president, or weak. That's the damn POTUS, stand up, grab your sack, and show you have a backbone. Terrible PR/ imaging.

3) poor management of his departments. As I said above, he didn't tell the IRS to scrutinize opponents, or a customs agent to sell guns to Mexican dealers, or didn't tell people to lie about why an attack happened on an embassy... But it happened on his watch. That's like saying the brigade full bird is responsible for PVT Snuffy who got a DUI. But is was under Obama's watch, so D- for not stopping things after they've happened.

4) pushes constitutional limits a little too much. If Congress doesn't write a law, F it- executive oder. If Congress can't agree- F it, executive authority. This has been the most dysfunctional Congress ever- partisanship, obstruction and sabotage everywhere. There will be NO PROGRESS with this congress, no compromise. So to combat that, the President just wrote his own laws. I'm not saying id be different, because I'd sidestep Congress if they were so terrible- but there's a Constitution for a reason. Actually, Obama has issued less executive orders than any President in more than 100 years, less than both Bush's, Clinton, Carter, Raegan- less than every President since William McKinley in 1900. The problem is, Obama's executive orders aren't all about national parks or ceremonies- they are replacing what Congress is supposed to due as written in the constitution- write laws. Obama felt he had few options...Option A) do nothing because Congress isn't functioning and deadlocked on any laws needed for progress; Option B) do it yourself as POTUS which flirts with unconstitutionality. But There has to be an option C though. One where progress is made, constitution is followed, and government functions without threat of shutting down.
Obama has been an independent isolationist who back channels around people who are against him, causing even allies to see him as divisive and catering only to his goals. Perhaps the rest of congress set him up by forcing his hand with constant gridlock, but Americans can't trust a guy who thinks he's winning at solitaire when they're watching world poker stars.

5) Obama has made it clear that States rights aren't his priority. $15 in NYC is much different than $15 in Kentucky. But to try for a federal minimum wage hike takes power away from local municipalities. Obamacare is federal. He has left gun control and some other things up to local voters, but policies show an attempt to consolidate power at the federal level without much respect for States.

6) Obamacare. Yes, millions of Americans have access to healthcare that they didn't have before. Public exchanges where multiple companies compete are popping up all over. Yes, the average premiums have gone down. Yes- that all sounds great, but POTUS has lost the public opinion polls. They said in the beginning that Small businesses couldn't afford it- large corporations would get shadier. Low income folks would declare bankruptcy. Insurance companies would raise prices. Doctor quality care would go down. They said the economy would be ruined forever!! None of it did happen. But POTUS lost the battle of public opinion. His arrogance showed by giving a 'mandate.' He sh*t on states rights by making them get involved or they'd be starved out of public funds. The website was pathetic at first. Most of all, he PROMISED America they could keep their plan- but that promise was broken.
-as an accomplishment above, I wrote the ACA was a good step forward to get the ball rolling as people shouldn't have to choose if they want to see a doctor- it is our right as humans to live. But Obama found a way to FORCE people into it. Several improvements are needed as it doesnt come close to fixing our messed up healthcare industry and mandates people get locked in to the shady insurance industry.

6) bark without a bite. He has claimed to support certain issues but has done absolutely nothing to improve them- some he should do nothing about and are t real issues, but he barks loud with little bite...schools, global warming, income inequality, race relations, lobbying, social security reform, gay marriage, bi-partisanship, campaign finance reform. Has he done anything to improve these cornerstones of his platform?

7) he sure can cut sling load. He pulled us out of Iraq and Afghanistan. He stopped most ops at Guantanamo. All good things. But pulling out to quick can leave some folks unsatisfied. What did we leave behind? Will it come back to haunt us?

8) Obama is the least transparent president in a long time. That's odd, since one of his promises was to be the most transparent. But he looks like a sinister, back dooring, shady guy and that makes his crappy PR even worse.

9) he spends a lot if money. Yes, He's reduced the deficit in record numbers and our debt is getting under control. Yes, the House controls the government's purse, not POTUS. Yes, tax returns aren't bad- but the country still spends without checking over the books. Hell, the dirtbags in Congress shut down the government and U.S. credit ratings got lowered. This guy can spend! Entitlements get handed out without reform. Hundreds and Thousands of veterans have welfare- hundreds of thousands of troops utilize WIC. Old people are doing OK. But there is no oversight. He's let the media show the 1 guy out of 10 who gets booze with his food stamps... It may be 1 out of 10, but that's 1 too many. Obama sure can spend (he's also raised money to balance those budgets for the most part), but spending reform is needed.

10) Washington money as usual. GOP's image is that they support the elitist big business tycoons. Truth? That's been Obama's job. He has had more fundraisers on record than any president or candidate in history. Business tycoons love him... Perhaps they run him?? Is that why Boeing keeps getting contracts or the 'auto bailout' happened or banks don't really get regulated much or the sylindra / corporate cronies get handouts and contracts? Money has ruined politics, and for the champion of the 'little guy,' POTUS sure has a lot of rich friends.

Response by TSgt Tim (lj) Littlejohn made May 29 at 2015 2:09 PM

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That one day he'll have to answer for his actions, if nor here on earth, then in front of God.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made May 29 at 2015 2:09 PM

2015-05-29T14:09:51-04:00

I like that I am not in Iraq.

Response by CPT Ahmed Faried made May 29 at 2015 2:17 PM

2015-05-29T14:17:25-04:00

:popcorn in hand, reading responses:

Response by Sgt Cody Dumont made May 29 at 2015 7:26 PM

2015-05-29T19:26:23-04:00

One thing, he can never be president again!!!

Response by SSG Laureano Pabon made May 29 at 2015 7:58 PM

2015-05-29T19:58:07-04:00

Personally I like his job, I like his pay.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 29 at 2015 8:20 PM

2015-05-29T20:20:30-04:00

He has less than a year left in office.

Response by SGT Forrest Stewart made May 29 at 2015 10:55 PM

2015-05-29T22:55:25-04:00

He, President Obama, hasn't totally sold us out...yet.
I pray he can make wise decisions for the next 19 months.

Response by SGT Anthony Rossi made May 30 at 2015 7:00 AM

2015-05-30T07:00:21-04:00

He looks good in a suit and tie.

Response by SGT John Wesley made May 30 at 2015 8:59 AM

2015-05-30T08:59:07-04:00

Smh.... I can't believe you'd ask this question on a military forum.

I read it front to back and the majority were negative in nature, they obviously cannot read or follow directions.

As for something positive about President Obama? He's a great Father, as for his legacy, history will determine that, not CNN or Fox...

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made May 30 at 2015 1:21 PM

2015-05-30T13:21:57-04:00

He's almost done.

Response by CPO Greg Frazho made May 30 at 2015 10:55 PM

2015-05-30T22:55:19-04:00

Not a damn thing.

Response by Lt Col Private RallyPoint Member made May 31 at 2015 2:49 AM

2015-05-31T02:49:55-04:00

I believe that he has tried to push the country towards the future. Some have been vehemently against this 'change', but then that has been the case at all times during the US' existence. Foreign and domestic policy, environmental protection, rebuilding our country's infrastructure, energy policy, and how we view and support the military have all received a renewed and different emphasis under his administration. Some policies have been more successful than others, but since no president gets it 100% right, no matter what their political philosophy, this isn't anything new. No administration operates in a vacuum, and they all build upon the policies and foundation set by previous administrations. Put aside all the rhetorical nonsense from birthers, conspiracy theorists, racists, political opponents, etc., and the fact that no administration's policies survive contact with the rest of the world intact, and let's discuss the true character of the man. I appreciate his openness to the public (I can't imagine any past president deciding to be that accessible, even if they did engage via Twitter, You Tube, etc.), intellectual and calm demeanor, and display of appreciation of his family. Navigating your daughter' teenager years is difficult enough, but imagine having to do that after rancorous meetings with foreign ministers and other dignitaries, tense sessions with Congressional leaders, and a dance with the media in the WH press briefing room. He gets my respect just on that note.

Response by CPT Jack Durish made May 31 at 2015 2:32 PM

2015-05-31T14:32:49-04:00

He can't be reelected...

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made May 31 at 2015 9:32 PM

2015-05-31T21:32:47-04:00

nothing.

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made May 31 at 2015 10:53 PM

2015-05-31T22:53:56-04:00

He can only serve until November 2016.

Response by TSgt Kenneth Ellis made May 31 at 2015 11:22 PM

2015-05-31T23:22:21-04:00

There is not enough space for me to comment. There are a few things ha has done. Gotten Hillary, Kerry, joe Bidin and Ken Salazar out of the senate. If you disagree with Obama policies you are branded a racist.

Response by SGT Jimmy Carpenter made Jun 1 at 2015 12:07 AM

2015-06-01T00:07:21-04:00

I like that he's got less than 2 years left in office.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 1 at 2015 12:47 AM

2015-06-01T00:47:34-04:00

I will be polite and respond with no comment.

Response by SFC William Swartz Jr made Jun 1 at 2015 9:44 AM

2015-06-01T09:44:59-04:00

The fact that he only has about 19 months left in office.

Response by PO1 Aaron Baltosser made Jun 4 at 2015 7:46 PM

2015-06-04T19:46:38-04:00

He has created long term permanent jobs in cities typically housed by illegals.

He has consistently lied when it was convenient to him.

He has pushed for military retirees to be paid 20% less.

His leadership has lost us Iraq and Afghanistan.

Not exactly blazing the trail of leadership from the front.

Response by SMSgt Tee Rogers made Jun 18 at 2015 4:31 PM

2015-06-18T16:31:34-04:00

He's personable, well-thought out in impromptu public speaking; he's maintained his cool through some of the ugliest comments from congressional members who've displayed a complete lack of decorum; he's not allowed race to be the cop out when dealing with others who want to claim his race should "fix" what's been broken in this country since its inception; and, since this is just to name a few, he's made the difficult decisions to move forward on the war on terror in manners that his predecessors have not (e.g., he's learned from history and attempted not to repeat the bad choices). He's not perfect as none other than Christ is. But he's done well under less than favorable circumstances.

Response by SFC Jeremy Stocker made Jun 25 at 2015 2:27 PM

2015-06-25T14:27:54-04:00

Just one thing. He is almost gone.

Response by SSG John Erny made Jun 25 at 2015 5:36 PM

2015-06-25T17:36:58-04:00

The white house released his home brew formula!

Response by Capt Walter Miller made Jun 26 at 2015 7:56 AM

2015-06-26T07:56:39-04:00

President Obama will be remembered as one of the great presidents if only because of the ACA. He is dragging the United States, finally, towards par with other advanced nations as far as their health care goes. He is clearly the best president in 50 years because of this -- getting a program passed that benefits all Americans the way the Great Society programs of the 1960's did.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 26 at 2015 9:34 PM

2015-06-26T21:34:15-04:00

He's shown remarkable dignity and aplomb in the face of unprecedented hatred and disrespect. I would not have been able to maintain such forbearance. He has managed to accomplish a lot in the country despite the hatred and attempts to block everything. He inherited a terrible mess and has done a lot to bring us out of it. He strikes me as a decent and personable man in character.

Do I have disagreements about him? Yes, of course, but this isn't the thread for it. However, my disagreements are voiced respectfully, with an eye towards making things better, not tainted in the red of hate.

Response by SGT Scott Bailey made Jun 27 at 2015 12:23 PM

2015-06-27T12:23:07-04:00

I would just like to share an old soldiers line, "Ours is not, to question why, ours is, to do or die" THAT is what a soldier is about. A soldier in my time would not even think, about disrespecting his Commander in Chief. There is a reason for that. It prevents "mutiny". And, it's punishable by court martial, rightly so.

Response by SPC Andrew Griffin made Jul 16 at 2015 1:46 PM

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Response by SPC Andrew Griffin made Jul 16 at 2015 1:47 PM

2015-07-16T13:47:25-04:00

I love his LEADERHSIP! His Competence! His Compassion! The will to continue to fight after setbacks and let downs! The Ability use Bi-Partisan to the Max! His Swagger!

Response by MSgt Marvin Kinderknecht made Jul 23 at 2015 5:14 PM

2015-07-23T17:14:35-04:00

True, always respect the uniform or the office. You Don't have to like the person.

Response by Capt Jim McLaurin made Jul 23 at 2015 5:30 PM

2015-07-23T17:30:41-04:00

Nothing to like about someone who violates their Oath of Office.

Response by SFC Jacob Hinkkanen made Jul 23 at 2015 10:02 PM

2015-07-23T22:02:04-04:00

The thanks Obama skit from Jimmy Kimmell Live

Response by Cpl Chris Rice made Jul 25 at 2015 4:42 PM

2015-07-25T16:42:24-04:00

The responses to this thread show that American military members are just as bad as politicians, which in effect are simply a reflection of the greater society. If you watch any of the presidential, Congressional, or other elected debates the moderator will often ask a question and you will see the candidates simply brush the main point of the question aside and utilize it as a segue into their main points. In this thread the question was what do you like about Pres. Obama, and a large portion of the respondents utilizes an opportunity to segue right back into what they don’t like about the president. A large portion of the topics, and discussion on the site are about how much the military community is not happy with the current administration, but when it cannot even set aside that unhappiness to answer a simple question, or elect not to attempt to answer the simple question then he shows it is only interested in scoring points within a political argument.

Response by SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL made Jul 25 at 2015 11:14 PM

2015-07-25T23:14:05-04:00

I retired under President Obama as Commander-In- Chief and I have a Certificate of Achievement to prove it!

Response by SN Greg Wright made Jul 27 at 2015 6:15 PM

2015-07-27T18:15:40-04:00

I like that he's nearly out of office.

Response by SPC George Rudenko made Aug 5 at 2015 5:13 PM

2015-08-05T17:13:39-04:00

Unfortunaly there is a lot of hate in the USA. Republicans hate Dems and hate Obama and so goes the campaigning. If you can't change the politics, destroy the person. Personally, and having been all over the world and seen where a universal health care program works, I have to go with Obamacare. I know Republicans hate it, but they hate it because it came from the Democrats. We pay for everyones healthcare anyway.... (think the $2000 ankle wrap in the ER). If we are to evolve as an intelligent society, we have to move away from educating ourselvs solely on FOX, CNN, MSNBC, do OUR homework, and make an intelligent decision separate from the poliital action commities billion dollar ad campaign.

Response by CPO Greg Frazho made Aug 26 at 2015 3:31 PM

2015-08-26T15:31:22-04:00

In a word, nothing. But I'll go down your talking points.

1.) I would argue that racial relations in the U.S. are at the worst I've seen in my lifetime and I'm almost 46. If he's broken the barrier, he's also broken or helped break the mechanism for a respectful dialogue between groups of people, something that doesn't exist any more. This is a myth.

2.) He's done nothing great in his administration, so much so that we're at what I feel is the lowest nadir in this country's domestic and international standing since the days of Jimmy Carter. We have almost completely conceded the arbitration of the brewing conflict in Eastern Europe to Germany, an unwise move given the tone of geopolitics in that part of the world over the last 100 years. We are now reacting to what Putin's war machine does, and what China's regime of maritime aggression is doing, despite the much-heralded 'pivot' to Southeast Asia. That's one thing I actually agreed with Obama on, but the fruits of that initiative are nowhere to be seen. If there's going to be another regional conflict, it's going to start in the South or East China Seas. On the home front, our economy is little if any better than it was in 2008 due to his policies and we'll be $20 TRILLION in debt by time Obama leaves office. He's not underprivileged and he never was. This is another myth.

3.) He does NOT support the military and has gone through three SECDEFs and is now on his fourth SECDEF in a little over six years. That's hardly indicative of a good relationship with the uniforms.

4.) I can't speak to his status as a good husband and father, because I don't know the situation first hand. I would concede that it all seems idyllic, but again, I really don't know. Whether he wants 'good things' for America is debatable. What you and I consider good things, he may not, and vice versa. That's a highly subjective piece of terminology. It also brings to mind the following proverb: the road to hell is paved with good intentions. If his intentions are to make this country a more socialistic entity (read: interventionist, nanny state) and attempt to bring that most elusive of all things, equality, to the masses, then yes, he's succeeding brilliantly. On a side note, I would argue that with the so-called playing field nearly leveled, where everybody's a winner, we have never been more miserable or rudderless as a society. In fact, we're a lot closer to Marx's 'workers paradise', something not lost on a lot of us.

5.) The operation known as Neptune's Spear is still murky, notwithstanding the VP's ill-considered decision to identify its executors. Any information that was garnered to get to the courier to get to Bin Ladin, if true, was obtained via what has become known as enhanced interrogation techniques, i.e., psychological and physical abuse, something the erstwhile senator from Illinois went on record as opposing. If what we have been told is true, that UBL was in fact killed by U.S. commandos in Pakistan in 2011, it was due to years of patient detective work by our intelligence and military communities, in spite of politicians like Obama. The political gain he made was getting reelected by being the right guy in the right place at the right time. If anybody deserves the credit for slaying the dragon, so to speak, it's the quiet professionals of the intelligence-gathering and uniformed services.

Response by MSgt Robert Slagle made Aug 28 at 2015 4:48 PM

2015-08-28T16:48:50-04:00

You lost me at "broke the racial barrier." While I admit he himself has made a great life and achieved what most in politics would consider the penultimate victory in being elected POTUS, it is clear the racial divide in America is at an all time high since the abolition of slavery. I blame this administration. For that widening gap.

Response by Capt Jeff S. made Sep 21 at 2015 10:09 AM

2015-09-21T10:09:13-04:00

He's good at getting away with lying?

Response by SSG Buddy Kemper made Sep 21 at 2015 10:43 AM

2015-09-21T10:43:16-04:00

486

Response by SFC William Swartz Jr made Sep 21 at 2015 11:38 AM

2015-09-21T11:38:30-04:00

I like the fact that in 16 months he will no longer be in office.

Response by 1stSgt Jeff Blovat made Sep 21 at 2015 11:41 AM

2015-09-21T11:41:39-04:00

I hear he's a good golfer....

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 21 at 2015 12:04 PM

2015-09-21T12:04:56-04:00

He only has a year and change left

Response by MSG Brad Sand made Sep 21 at 2015 12:33 PM

2015-09-21T12:33:40-04:00

He has a nice smile in the picture you put with question.

In truth, I had hoped he would prove my fears wrong when he was elected and that he was not all smoke and mirrors. I knew he was poorly qualified when elected but hoped that he would have the self awareness to rely on sound advice.

Let me critique your five:

(1) The American people broke the racial barrier by voting for him...it was not something he actually accomplished. He was not the first person of color to be elected Senator, to be a lawyer or make through college or law school. I think his election and the current state of race relations in our Nation show the negative of electing a person solely based upon race, gender or faith?

(2) I missed the message that they were handing out hope? Does it come in a box? He used hope as marketing tool but I guess many were able to gain hope from his running for office and election, sadly much of this hope was misplaced as those communities that provided him the strongest support are the one's suffering the most under his Presidency...but they are still his strongest supporters?

(3) He strongly supported the military? Missed this one too? Can you provide examples please?

(4) Okay, he is not a cheating piece of...he is not embroiled in the personal scandals that plagued Bill Clinton. So I will give you this one, but being a decent husband and fathers should not be considered something that exceptional? Was not there a time that this was the standard?

(5) There was NO WAY he could not survive the political fire storm of not authorizing the removal of bin Laden. In truth, I think it was poor leadership to announce that we had taken out bin Laden until after all the captured intelligence had been processed and communication line back traced...but I can also understand why one would want to let the American people know as well.

Response by 1stSgt Jeff Blovat made Sep 21 at 2015 5:05 PM

2015-09-21T17:05:18-04:00

Number 5 is the only good thing he's done in my eyes.

Response by PO2 Peter Klein made Sep 22 at 2015 10:27 PM

2015-09-22T22:27:43-04:00

It's the economy stupid!

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 25 at 2015 2:04 PM

2015-09-25T14:04:11-04:00

I like him because he always go to golfing when something happen. :)

Response by SGM Steve Wettstein made Sep 25 at 2015 9:17 PM

2015-09-25T21:17:25-04:00

His term is almost done.

Response by Capt Walter Miller made Sep 26 at 2015 1:44 PM

2015-09-26T13:44:10-04:00

He told the DOD to get OBL and OBL got got.

Response by SSG Timothy McCoy made Oct 9 at 2015 8:36 AM

2015-10-09T08:36:50-04:00

I guess I need to follow your momma's advice.
What did momma say? "If you have nothing nice to say, don't say nothing all."
I guess that sums up what I have to say.

Response by PO1 Kenneth Cardwell made Oct 16 at 2015 11:12 AM

2015-10-16T11:12:05-04:00

and he hasn't rush this country into any Billion dollar wars!

Response by Maj Kevin "Mac" McLaughlin made Nov 2 at 2015 2:41 PM

2015-11-02T14:41:03-05:00

I stand with him on his position to continue the surveillance by the NSA, although he has given in on that subject already. His support to cyber has also improved things but his overall support to the military has never been acceptable, both in pulling us out of Iraq (to eventually see ourselves going back I'm sure in the not so distant future), and his refusal to use the military effectively. His decision to kill UBL was hardly a tough one. I'm also not a fan of how he spiked the football and neglected to offer his appreciation to his predecessor who gave his intelligence personnel the tools to figure out where UBL was. There is no humbleness from this President, unlike what I loved about President Bush (despite the missteps he made as well).

Response by SGT Anthony Rossi made Nov 6 at 2015 10:33 AM

2015-11-06T10:33:33-05:00

He has established that anyone can become president.

Response by SSG Todd Halverson made Nov 12 at 2015 12:31 PM

2015-11-12T12:31:31-05:00

I like that he always makes a fool out of himself. I like that his term is almost over and we will get someone new to pick on.

Response by SSG Fred Campbell made Nov 12 at 2015 7:24 PM

2015-11-12T19:24:08-05:00

Here's my list on the things I like about Obama:

Response by SGT Rick Ash made Nov 15 at 2015 10:07 PM

2015-11-15T22:07:17-05:00

ZERO
Thanks,
Rick

Response by TSgt John Temblador, PI, CIPA made Nov 16 at 2015 1:04 AM

2015-11-16T01:04:46-05:00

Obama says he is God, mocks the Bible https://youtu.be/eY984VuVk_Q

Obama says he is God, mocks the Bible

Obama read Psalm 46 and attributed what was read to himself, PROCLAIMING HIMSELF AS GOD. Here are a few facts that really drive home that point. At the 9/11 ...

Response by PO1 Kenneth Cardwell made Nov 17 at 2015 6:33 PM

2015-11-17T18:33:05-05:00

kept this country out of another Trillion dollar war and less body bags coming back to the USA! The fact that a non white man finally delivered what many thought was impossible, winning the Presidency of the United States!

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 2 at 2016 3:28 PM

2016-03-02T15:28:17-05:00

This is his last year in office and he signed my Retirement Certificate.

Response by Maj Walter Kilar made Mar 10 at 2016 11:38 AM

2016-03-10T11:38:03-05:00

I am just here for the comments.

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 10 at 2016 10:05 PM

2016-03-10T22:05:35-05:00

That everyday is one day closer to getting rid of the POS in the Whitehouse.

Response by PO1 Kenneth Cardwell made Mar 11 at 2016 4:12 PM

2016-03-11T16:12:26-05:00

Any American, Democrat or Republican who can win the Presidency has all the honor that is needed! Congress controls the money purse, so always remember no President can anything without Congress approval! I would love to have a beer with any President! A real American respects whoever wins like a Superbowl winner. Maybe not your team, but you respect the winners! I am Proud to have served under Reagan, Bush, Clinton, Bush and Obama! Honestly, I don't give a Damn who wins the Presidency, I still have to work and pay my Bills!

Response by PO1 Kenneth Cardwell made Mar 11 at 2016 4:26 PM

2016-03-11T16:26:06-05:00

P.S. name one President you like, and a thousand people will tell you why they don't like that President! Start hating on Congress for failing our Veterans and Active duty! They control the money! Leave Obama and all future Presidents off RallyPoint! The majority of voters picked him. Live with it! Wow Hillary I hate to see what will be written about you!

Response by SFC Charles Temm made Apr 8 at 2016 5:19 PM

2016-04-08T17:19:42-04:00

He didn't get the US involved in the disputed Iranian elections a few years back and he seems to be a family guy...that took me a few hours of thought to come up with...

Response by PFC Chip Des made Apr 9 at 2016 2:39 PM

2016-04-09T14:39:46-04:00

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Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 9 at 2016 9:17 PM

2016-04-09T21:17:02-04:00

The thing that I can support is that he is a supportive father and husband. Other than fund-raising, playing golf and spending more $$$ than King Midas ($70 Million in seven years directly attributable) he HAS to be doing SOMETHING right. Closing GITMO and releasing terrorists is BAD juju. Thirty percent documented return to terrorist. Smart people learn from their mistakes. POTUS has never been licenced as a lawyer in Illinois. He lied on his background check, so badly a minimum check caught him. His claim and endorsement that he was a law prof

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 30 at 2016 3:07 PM

2016-09-30T15:07:58-04:00

im glad that he pulled us out of Iraq, got rid of Bin Laden, created health care plan for thousands, these are just a few that I can think off at this moment.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 6 at 2016 1:11 PM

2016-10-06T13:11:00-04:00

I like that he changed his name from Barry to Barack. Very edgy!

Response by CWO2 Shelby DuBois made Oct 6 at 2016 3:35 PM

2016-10-06T15:35:28-04:00

From day one the thing that got under my skin the most was his procilivity to apologize for America and be subserviant to every head of state and third world thug he came across. Every large overseas command has a protocol officer and a host county representative whose job it is to educate and instruct us on customs and courtesies. One thing we never did, was meet an equal and bow. The first time I saw Obama do it I was embarrassed for the person who should have told him that he is THE President of the US, thinking he/she was going to get a sharp reprimand, but it appears that all over the world, O likes to belittle the US... make disparaging remarks about our history and our culture and cowtow to some of the most questionalbe charachters on the planet. That's one. I have about a hundred more.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 7 at 2016 12:26 PM

2016-10-07T12:26:56-04:00

I really wish I could think of something good to say about him. You say he has "broke the racial barrier" I would have to ask you "are you deaf dumb and blind" He is educated? yes in constitutional law but not to uphold it BUT to tear it down. He isn't the first black senator but he is the first black president voted in because he is black not for his experience. As far as saving us from financial destruction who could by spending 7 trillion dollars...all he did was make America weak in the world, He is to much like his Dad. People that have anything "good" to say about this Barack Hussein Obama II, live in a bubble.

Response by Sgt Wayne Wood made Oct 9 at 2016 4:38 PM

2016-10-09T16:38:52-04:00

he's gone shortly?

Response by PVT Mark Brown made Oct 10 at 2016 1:30 AM

2016-10-10T01:30:04-04:00

He is not eligible for a third term. He has screwed this country up enough. I hope he just disappears and stays off the speaker circuit.

Response by SSgt Jessie Bolado made Dec 29 at 2016 2:26 PM

2016-12-29T14:26:34-05:00

He only has 3 weeks left in office....

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 2 at 2017 12:38 AM

2017-01-02T00:38:12-05:00

I like the fact that he is almost out of the White House. I also like the fact that he did not helped Hillary to win the elections. He is my number one president (from the bottom up).

Response by Maj Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 5 at 2017 3:54 PM

2017-01-05T15:54:40-05:00

I like that he's leaving the white house.

Response by SPC Sheila Lewis made Jan 5 at 2017 4:04 PM

2017-01-05T16:04:00-05:00

loves golf.

Response by SSG Timothy McCoy made Jan 5 at 2017 6:55 PM

2017-01-05T18:55:35-05:00

He has his clearing papers and he is almost a SINGLE DIGIT Midget.
He is being kicked out of the Public House by not a Politician.
His wife is being replaced by an naturalized immigrant.

Response by PO2 Rev. Frederick C. Mullis, AFI, CFM made Jan 5 at 2017 7:08 PM

2017-01-05T19:08:07-05:00

At this point, January 5, 2017 I am so very happy that we have basically 2 weeks till he is No Longer the CnC and Out of the White House but unfortunateky not out of Washington and not out of he News.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 8 at 2017 2:58 PM

2017-01-08T14:58:24-05:00

The main thing I like about him, and his family, is that they have never pubically responded to the racially based attacks against them from certain elements of our society. Every time a critic has gone low they have gone high.

Response by CPL James Parriott made Jan 11 at 2017 9:58 PM

2017-01-11T21:58:33-05:00

I like that he's leaving shortly.

Response by TSgt Kenneth Ellis made Jan 11 at 2017 10:23 PM

2017-01-11T22:23:12-05:00

Ha got Trump elected .

Response by TSgt Kenneth Ellis made Jan 11 at 2017 10:31 PM

2017-01-11T22:31:46-05:00

He got Biden, Hillary, Kerry, Salazar out of the Senate.

Response by CPT Wallace Dunn made Jan 12 at 2017 7:27 PM

2017-01-12T19:27:42-05:00

I think he's a disgrace to the office of President of the United States. I will refer you to my Facebook page. I also think if you SERIOUSLY believe he was good for this country that you need your head examined. He didn't "break the racial barrier," he destroyed the progress made in race relations over the last fifty years. The MOST despicable thing he did is the "War on Cops" and his support of Black Lives Matter. BLM is nothing short of a terrorist organization. He sold weapons to the Mexican drug cartels. His failed policies in the Middle East, along with his failed Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, directly contributed to the creation of ISIS. His most recent failure to support Israel is an embarrassment to our country and our strongest ally in the region. His despicable behavior surrounding the Benghazi attack and the abandonment of our soldiers is simply unforgivable. We STILL don't know where he was for 12 hours that evening.

The ONLY thing he did well was make Jimmy Carter look like less of a failure.

My Momma also told me "there is no stupid question." But I think you just proved her wrong.

http://www.facebook.com/stupidshitobamasays

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Response by CPT Wallace Dunn made Jan 12 at 2017 11:06 PM

2017-01-12T23:06:47-05:00

Here is his legacy...

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Response by SGT Patrick James made Jan 15 at 2017 8:56 PM

2017-01-15T20:56:20-05:00

He only has 5 days left!!!! YAY!!!!

Response by GySgt David Weihausen made Jan 16 at 2017 6:51 PM

2017-01-16T18:51:40-05:00

His exit!

Response by MSG Louis Alexander made Apr 8 at 2018 4:02 AM

2018-04-08T04:02:33-04:00

Notice my comment?

Response by Maj Rev. Fr. Samuel WATERS - Traditional RC Priest made May 7 at 2018 8:12 AM

2018-05-07T08:12:50-04:00

NOTHING!!!!!!! If we ever get to the TRUTH about his administration we will find out that he is trader!!!!!!!!!

Fr. Sam

Response by Cpl Bill Johnson made Aug 6 at 2021 6:32 AM

2021-08-06T06:32:04-04:00

He was a sensible President. Not a blowhard. He didn't kiss the @$$es the Generals. He told them what to do, which is what a commander in chief is supposed to do. Everything can't be about blowing things up.