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The government that governs least does not govern best.

The U.S. government should implement a carbon tax.

Iran poses a significant threat to America's national security.

The North American Free Trade Agreement has not been effective.

Iraq will become a stable democracy.

Vice presidential candidates do influence the outcome of elections.

Barack Obama won the third presidential debate moderated by Bob Schieffer.

Obama's campaign was the most significant factor contributing to his election victory.

Barack Obama should invite Republicans to serve in his administration.

Hillary Clinton is a good choice for Barack Obama's Secretary of State.

Fidel Castro has had a negative effect on Cuba.

The U.S. embargo on Cuba has not been effective.

The U.S. military should decrease troop levels in Afghanistan.

Timothy Geithner is a good choice for Barack Obama's Treasury Secretary. from a 2006 speech: "We live with considerable uncertainty about the sustainability of the pattern of relatively low risk premia and reduction in the cost of insurance against future macroeconomic and financial volatility. That uncertainty necessarily add

The U.S. government should not subsidize corn-based ethanol.

People residing illegally in the United States should be offered a path to citizenship.

Based on the information available at the time of the invasion of Iraq, it was not justified.

The U.N. should impose sanctions on Iran.

Diplomatic measures or pressure are the appropriate next steps that the US should take with Iran.

The U.S. should negotiate with Iran directly.

The U.S. should set a timetable to withdraw troops from Iraq.

President Bush's federal tax cuts should not be made permanent. Our government has a serious revenue problem, and will continue to have a revenue problem (esp with a second stimulus plan, which I do think is a good idea if done correctly). Permanent fed tax cuts are not a good idea.

Barack Obama should win the 2008 presidential election.

The invasion of Iraq has not been successful.

The two-party system is not an effective means of governing.

A naturalized citizen should be allowed to run for President.

There should be term limits for elected officials.

The NSA surveillance program is not constitutional.

The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) should not include immunity for telecom companies.

George W. Bush was one of the worst presidents ever. I think we need the benefit of some hindsight before saying he is the "worst ever" but jeesh he has done a heck of a lot of damage.

Barack Obama won the second 2008 presidential debate hosted by Tom Brokaw.

The McCain campaign should make Sarah Palin more available to the media. how can the public make an informed decision about what she adds/detracts from the ticket if they never see her in action?

Joe Biden won the 2008 vice presidential debate. just because she didnt throw up doesnt mean she won...no substance, didnt answer the questions, oversimplified responses...biden nailed it

Barack Obama won the first 2008 presidential debate hosted by Jim Lehrer. Obama much more comprehensive in his responses, didnt stick to mere talking points or vague generalizations. McCain seemed intimidated and on the defensive.

Barack Obama is qualified to be President of the United States.

Illegal immigrants have a positive impact on the economy.

Based on the information available now, the invasion of Iraq was not justified. haha

Sarah Palin is not qualified to be the President of the United States. WTF is wrong with this country when they think we should have an "ordinary" person that acts/talks/lives like them either in office (Bush) or one heartbeat away (Palin).

The U.S. is not safer from terrorism today than it was before 9/11.

Barack Obama is more substantive than John McCain.