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To: Lizzie Tudor who wrote (41140)	10/29/2008 4:34:17 PM
From: Mac Con Ulaidh	Respond to of 149317

Well, duh. There would have been no Robin Hood if the rich hadn't been taking more and more from the poor. 'Robin Hood' just means you actually get to keep what is yours rather than paying tribute to the overlord while keeping only enough to stay alive, if even that. And when has an overlord cared if the tribute payer (that would be us 'taxpayers') stayed alive? especially in this age of 'globalization'. They don't need American workers. And the day is coming they don't need us to consume. We will be fully expendible to the overlords. And yet the McCain's (of the 100 million fortune) try and tell us they care. As soon as they convince the Chinese to drink beer we are fully toast.

To: Lizzie Tudor who wrote (41140)	10/29/2008 6:00:47 PM
From: stockman_scott	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 149317

Romney practically predicts an Obama presidency politickerma.com

To: Lizzie Tudor who wrote (41140)	10/29/2008 7:43:04 PM
From: stockman_scott	Respond to of 149317

Commentary: Obama, The Internet President? govtech.com By John Eger Oct 29, 2008 - In March 2004 President George W. Bush laid out a broad agenda for America in the age of the Internet. Among other priorities, he said "This country needs a national goal for broadband technology -- universal, affordable access -- by 2007." Nothing happened. At least it is not obvious to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) or the OECD or perhaps the average American either. According to the OECD, a Paris-based think tank that keeps track of broadband penetration by nation, the U.S. has slipped to about 19th in the world. Smaller countries like South Korea, Singapore and Japan are leading the world by offering faster broadband at a fraction of the cost. Now come presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain. Both claim to have high technology plans that include broadband communications, new technology incentives and an overhaul of our education system to insure America can compete in what has become a global knowledge economy. Obama however, was first in creating a comprehensive view of the world of technology in every aspect of our life and work in his presidential announcement speech in Springfield, Illinois as early as February 2007. He said: "Let us be the generation that reshapes our economy to compete in the digital age. Let's set high standards for our schools and give them the resources they need to succeed. Let's recruit a new army of teachers and give them more support in exchange for more accountability. Let's make college more affordable and let's invest in scientific research and lay down broadband lines through the heart of inner cities and rural towns all across America." By contrast, John McCain, who served for many years as a member of the Subcommittee on Commerce responsible for telecom issues, and for several years as chairman of the committee, has had a long and reasonably attentive interest in technology. His plan was only recently released. In contrast to Obama it is clear he relies more on private-sector initiatives, and is not persuaded that government intervention is needed. In part, McCain says he "will provide broad pools of capital, low taxes and incentives for research in America, a commitment to a skilled and educated workforce and dedication to opening markets around the globe." He's committed to streamlining burdensome regulations and effectively protecting American property in the United States and around the globe." After two administrations in which telecommunications policy from the federal government was invisible and clearly not a high priority, both candidates are keenly aware of the pent up demand for U.S. leadership. Both candidates seem fully cognizant of the vital role technology plays in the new economy. McCain has confessed that he gets most of his information off the Internet from his aides and that he's somewhat "computer illiterate." He's said that his favorite high tech toy is his "razor cell phone." Obama on the other hand, like so many corporate executives and high tech literati, doesn't go anywhere without his Blackberry. Obama also has won the hearts of the "netizens" by being in favor of "net neutrality," shorthand for preventing Internet service providers from levying taxes or tariffs on the quality or quantity of what goes over their lines. While not clear about how he plans to accomplish many of this goals, Obama has called for Internet access among rich and poor, rural and urban across America, suggesting that broadband not unlike electricity or water or telephone service, was something that every American needed to have -- that it was perhaps even a public service that ought to be provided by the government if need be. McCain's thinking would never go this far. Both candidates seem to understand the importance of using technology as a tool for transformation. Both also are keenly aware of the importance of cyber security, not only to combat terrorism but also to protect privacy and avoid piracy as well. Unless something momentous happens in the next few days, the next President of the United States will be Barack Obama, an Internet president, to be sure. - John Eger is the Van Deerlin endowed chair of communications and public policy in the School of Journalism & Media Studies at San Diego State University, From 1974 to 1975 he was director of the White House Office of Telecommunications Policy.

To: Lizzie Tudor who wrote (41140)	10/30/2008 2:02:06 AM
From: stockman_scott	Respond to of 149317

Why Venture Capitalists Should Support Barack Obama _______________________________________________________________ Posted on: October 21st, 2008 / PeHub.com The following was written by Julius Genachowski, founding partner of LaunchBox Digital and special advisor to General Atlantic, and Mark Gorenberg, a partner with Hummer Winblad Venture Partners. This is a defining moment in our history and the most important election of our lifetimes. We face unprecedented economic, energy, environmental, and healthcare challenges. It is critical that the United States have a President who can respond to these challenges, regain the respect that we once enjoyed across the globe, and enact a plan to strengthen America’s competiveness in the 21st century. Senator Barack Obama believes America is a nation where the power of innovation and the world’s strongest work ethic can come together to provide solutions in these hard economic times. Senator Obama is the leader we need now. Barack Obama has laid out a comprehensive plan for America called the “Blueprint for Change.” These proposals incorporate the belief that science, technology, and innovation are critical parts of the solution to America’s most pressing problems. Senator Barack Obama launched his campaign for the Presidency in Springfield, Illinois on February 10, 2007 with a speech that let us know at the campaign’s earliest moments that technology and innovation would be key components of an Obama Administration. In November 2007, he gave a landmark speech on the Google campus in Silicon Valley and laid out his comprehensive Technology & Innovation Plan. Since then, the role of science and technology has appeared in Obama’s speeches on the economy, energy, health care, urban policy and government reform – together, comprising an unprecedented Innovation Agenda for America. Just last month, the Obama campaign rolled out its science plan with the endorsement of 61 Nobel Laureate Scientists, which was followed by the recent endorsement of all three American scientists who won Nobel Prizes this fall. Barack Obama’s Technology and Innovation plan details his proposals in six key areas: ensure an open Internet, create a transparent and connected democracy, encourage a modern communications infrastructure, prepare all of our children for the 21st century economy, improve America’s competitiveness, and employ science and technology to solve our nation’s most pressing problems. As part of his Innovation Agenda, Barack Obama will: Deploy a 21st century information infrastructure, and bring universal access to broadband to all of America’s communities. Lower health care costs and reduce medical errors by investing in electronic medical records. Invest in climate-friendly energy development by investing $150 billion over the next ten years (and creating five million new jobs) to advance the next generation of biofuels and fuel infrastructure accelerate the commercialization of plug-in hybrids, promote commercial-scale renewable energy, and begin the transition to a new digital energy grid. The plan will work to ensure that 25% of our electricity comes from renewable sources by 2025 and implement a cap and trade program to reduce greenhouse emissions 80 percent by 2050. Make a national commitment to science education and training by recruiting some of America’s best minds to teach K-12 math and science and by tripling the number of the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowships. Restore integrity to science policy to ensure that decisions that can be informed by science are made on the basis of the strongest possible scientific evidence. Double the federal investment in basic research. Encourage innovation to flourish by making the R&D tax credit permanent and streamlining our patent system. Reform immigration to further enable high-skill immigrants to contribute to the U.S. economy. Support regional innovation clusters to support American entrepreneurs. Use technology to build a 21st century government that is open and participatory, relying on the best minds and technologies to address our country’s problems while generating significant cost savings. Appoint the nation’s first Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to ensure that our government operates most efficiently for the 21st century. Barack Obama also understands that startups and small businesses create two-thirds of new jobs and will be the engine behind our next economic recovery. He not only supported the recent financial market rescue legislation, but he has also proposed a separate Small Business Emergency Rescue Plan to ensure small business can receive capital during this tough economic period. His plan includes both a zero capital gains rate for investments in startups and small businesses and a $250 million fund to create a national network of private company incubators to support small business growth. These are just some of the reasons we endorse Barack Obama for President of the United States and why the venture capital and private equity communities should enthusiastically support him as well.