Thanks My Alias for the reply. Was out driving a friend to see her husband in a physical therapy rehab. just out of the hospital from heart surgery. So, since the platforms were virtually the same between Sen. Clinton and Sen. Obama, does this mean you will vote for Obama? Or, do you think his church attendance and changing of his position on current issues will cause you to not vote at all ? Or will you vote for Sen McCain? Or even, will remain undecided at this point in time. That is, if you think this OK to ask, otherwise, I will understand that even with our anonymity, you may prefer not to say.

Maizie, Yes! Watched Charlie Rose and as is often the case, his show is different and he gets to a “real discussion” without the spin! Was home for a funeral over the weekend, and my aunt’s after-service meal was given by the local Republican Club, since my aunt was so active. I listened carefullly when politics was discussed. Race was named as a factor in that room. Just honest hard-working middle class folks with old—very old and unfortunately not enlightened views. The younger people, under-fifty (yup we were the young-uns) were primarily voting for Obama even if registered as Republicans since they are so very disturbed by George W. Bush’s policies. I found this all very interesting. Wondering if this is indicative of the mood of the Republicans at large? This has not show up on any polls I’ve seen and yet I hear it in my local country club too. Republicans voting for Obama.

Help me understand better. My history includes listening to Shirley Chisholm in 1973 speak about what it was like for her to run for President. Worked in an industry that only allowed men to come to state of the company annual address because it did not know “women would ve interested in attending”. Went to hear Ex-Pres. Bill Clinton speak while campaigning for Hillary. But, now you are going to wonder….why did I vote for Barack Obama? I was not because he is half black/white. It was due to his stance on Iraq, his view of government as needing to stretch hands across the aisle of partisionship, it was because he carried no long-standing pledges and could start fresh without encumbrances. He seems authentic, smart, and caring too. During the primary season he Had to ignore Pres. Clinton’s great legacy due to his opponent Hillary-he could not overpraise Bill without praising his opponent. Simple strategy. NOW he can prasie Pres. Clinton, prasie a worthy Hillary Clinton, and mean it!! I I predict he will. Please do explain to me your thoughts on opposing Sen. Obama, I am interested.

Just waking and looking at Wowowow, my new link to quality conversation, and I find your comment : ” we all have that common denominator that binds us. We are not going to be defeated and we all exhibit a love of life that is palpible. And in a world fraught with division, in our smaller world of WOW, we show care and concern, loving and openly expressing it with a grace that is most wonderful — and more than that, so touching.” thanks! and thank you again. My own credo: “Living life as if we all enjoy being here. Takes away expressing complaints.”

Sibelle, Now you went and asked me about my daughter……and I was just going to sign off and sleep. There is a common link of humanity here at Wowowow….a sense of community that permits me to speak. I am grateful for this. I all too happily will say that my daughter spent a month in classes in Geneva and travelled with Prof. and 16 other students every few days. Good to be young and able to be on the go! She loved skiing in the Alps, even with one day of clouds, but had one day of sun. She was very impressed with the thorough knowledge of US politics by all she met. She attended presentations at the World Bank, the EU, European United Nations, and Swiss banks. Learned a lot of economics through her texts, from her Econ professor, as well as through these presentations and tours. Great way to learn I think. Hands-on economics….well, …not quite.

Joan, Wonderfully descriptive. What an adventure! thanks

Caroline is elegant, intelligent, and a powerful woman. Yes! Ted looked great. His speech was no doubt so short to conserve his strength. Wanted more, but understand he needs to be cautious and only give of himself what he can. He too often in the past has given more than he coudl health wise-perhaps that is why he is sick now. I pray for him.

sibelle : “You must be kidding and tripping if you think “fans” denigrate foreign allies! I have double nationality and travel the world,and can assure you there is another reality out there than the one you are caught in! ” I think you write with a humorous tone that I only wish I had. From Italy, Switzerland, and Paris,.my daughter had people on the street wanting to take up conversations with her about Obama…and this was Jan 08. Yes, there is a wide support for change of Presidents and the folks she ran into all wanted the same thing. Obama would be a president to bring about that change in a positive way. Is this what you were saying or were you saying something else?

Dona, May these thoughts go from you to the under-thirty yr. old voters that we need to go, wait in line, vote absentee ballot, just vote!

Sibelle, You said you had better things to do………uhhh……does this mean you prefer to read the transcripts of the speeches or listen on radio or watch and listen to video on your computer or read the responses and editorials in the news? Is this what you meant? Our President will be elected by informed voters, which I would guess you are no doubt informed. By the way, I have to get this “off my chest” Voters, not fans, vote…this calling a candidate a “celebrity” is a dangerous place to take elected officials. Public servants have thousands, and yes, millions of voters…not fans. There is a BIG difference. People in foreign countries have historically been interested in the US and our politicians. They are therefore interested in hearing the platform of Senator Obama for themselves to make their own opinion. They are not fans. That denigrates our foreign allies to call them that. Senator McCain is insulting citiznes of other countries and our own voters to suggest this. Please stop these ads Sen. McCain

Liz, GREAT spot your wrote and delivered on Fox news. Fun to watch this since i missed it when it aired. Thank YOU for providing this site for we women over 40. You are brilliant and I look forward to your postings here on Wowowow.

My Alias, Good for you. It is too easy to criticize others for their belief system. Tom Cruise, your faith is yours to experience. Meanwhile, keep the day job. I enjoy your acting.

Joe Biden is a GREAT VP choice ! How anyone can be “on the microphone” and in the public eye since 1972 and still be quoted as a hard-working, intelligent public servant— well, THIS is more than just impressive in our day and age of 24/7 news. He will be a terrific sounding board for Pres. Obama on daily issues while in the White House.

Micky Mc With respect to your humorous side; table tennis is indeed a challenging sport, so PLEASE do not show oneself as an American who does not make room for other cultures and laughs at it. While the uniform of swimmers to basketball players’ changes through the decades( from tiny men’s suits to long & covering suits. or tight shorts to baggy basketball shorts), so will Table Tennis uniforms fit the times. Personally, I find less clothing less restrictive when playing,but no one wants to look at my mid-section—-believe me.! really, . :) So, in my view, yes it is sexist, to reveal the stomach just for ratings; however, tighter fitting-breathable clothing might actually help play. It IS a sport that demands much athleticism.

Very Wowowow of a post! Inspiring and informative. Please tell us more by selecting three Chinese team female athletes. Each person has their own journey and story to tell and you tell us this so very well. Thanks Junling.