Obama, Now That You Work for Me (A Letter to the President-Elect)
by Chuck Norris

Dear President-elect Obama:

First, congratulations on your victory. The historical magnitude of your presidential win is nothing short of stupendous and a colossal fulfillment of the American dream (an achievement embedded long ago in the equality clauses of the Declaration of Independence).

It's likely no big surprise that I don't see eye to eye with you politically. Actually, I stand in stark opposition to most of your politics. Still, I realize that we must learn to work together if we are to see our country get back on track. After Election Day, I asked myself, "How can I work for our new president to help better America?" Then a thought occurred to me. The first question that should be answered is: How will you work for me? After all, "We the People" of the United States employ you, correct?

So here are a few ways you might begin to gain the respect of those who oppose you and to show that your campaign pledges to bridge the divides were not empty promises to get you into office. And these requests I make are based upon the inaugural oath you will make Jan. 20, "I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of president of the United States and will, to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States." No doubt these won't be my only requests through the years, but they serve as a good beginning:

-- Use and cite the Constitution. If that constitutional oath ("preserve, protect and defend") is the central duty of your job description, then I assume we will be hearing often from you about exactly how you are doing just that. There is no replacement for strict adherence, application and defense of the Constitution. And it's high time that presidents quit reciting the presidential oath tritely and then abandoning its tenets when they enter the Oval Office. You should be quoting from the Constitution publicly as often as a preacher quotes the Bible to his congregation -- at least weekly. If you take this oath and challenge seriously, you will limit the powers of federal government, reduce taxes (for everyone), encourage the freedom of religion and expression (even in the public square), and stand up for such things as our right to bear arms. The American public and the government have lost their grip on the content and role of the Constitution, but if you daily choose, you can help to re-educate and model its usage for them.

-- Protect American life. Thomas Jefferson wrote in 1809, "The care of human life and happiness, and not their destruction, is the first and only legitimate object of good government." Those are powerful and enlightening words. Of course, such a role was created and secured in the very fabric of our nation -- in the Declaration of Independence. The commitment to protect life should serve as the basis for all you do, even as a foundation for your national defense strategy. I'm sure the first of your secret briefings this past week on our global security threats have opened your eyes to the extensive onslaught of our enemies. Don't allow your pride, partisanship, personal bias or political abilities to jeopardize the safety of Americans lives. As commander in chief, you are called to preserve American life. Quite frankly, that is why I'm surprised that a man such as you, who professes to fight for minorities, would not recognize the clear value of a human life in a womb. Federal law should not decree the sacrifice of one human life for the preference of another. Both lives should be protected. Otherwise, what do Jefferson's 1809 words mean? As president, you are called to protect (not destroy) human life; it is the "first and only legitimate object of good government."

-- Lead more from the center. It's been pointed out by countless pundits, and your track record is clear: You have one of the most liberal records in the Senate. You've had the liberty of voting and fighting for an agenda "from the left" as you've tried to persuade state and federal lawmakers to do the same. But if you continue to lead our country down a more liberal road, you will follow the peril of Bill Clinton, who stepped into office and initially tried to lift the ban on gays in the military and extend abortion rights, only to prompt the creation of a more balanced and strong Republican Congress in the 1990s. Don't underestimate the resurrecting power of the conservative voice. You observed in last week's election how three states across this union voted to protect marriage in their constitutions (the 28th, 29th and 30th states to do so -- California, Arizona and Florida).

We will be watching who you choose to be in your Cabinet. We will discern how you lead Pelosi and Reid. We will be observing those you select as candidates for Supreme Court justices. The election is over. No more promises. No more words. You might work well in a team, but this time, you don't have congressional members to hide behind. You're on your own -- leading the pack -- and the whole country is watching. I, especially, am watching. So make sure you lead more from the center.

One of your 300 million bosses,

Chuck Norris

alright chuck norris....

Aww he was on the losing side and now he has sour grapes and wants obama to lead from the center, dont get me wrong being a moderate on some issues is good, but people didnt vote for him because he is a conservative. and I think unlike georgie boy, obama has actually read the constitution and maybe more importantly, can understand it. We had to go through 8 years of republicans electing a complete moron, and they tried to do it again this year with palin, and now you want to work together....Im cool with that we are all americans but republicans are pathetic.

Hey Pockets..

At least the right wants to make an effort to work with the other side.

The Dems sure did not do that when they had the chance. No wonder we were a country divided and had to fight for anything to get done.

No wonder our military went without while the two parties held up help from on the hill.

You all wasted 8 years by holding things up on the hill that only hurt our people just to get back at Bush.

Is that really what you want the right to do with Obama now rather than trying to find a middle ground?

Plus, if Obama is as smart as you say he will move a little to the center. Even slick Willie had to scoot over to the middle so he could get things done ..

and oh btw he also had to change some of his promises when in office because once he got in and saw what he was up against he knew he had to in order to get things done.

Say what you want about Bush but there has not been another attack on our soil since 9/11.

No President wants to go to war, there are mistakes in every war and people get hurt and die. It is awful but so is waking up to the fear of terror and being attacked on your own soil.

No doubt some Republicans are as you say pathetic, but what about the pathetic Dems?

What about Barney Franks being in charge of Freddie and Fannie and the mess they are in with the housing market? What say you on that pathetic Dem?

What about Chris Dodd and Obama being the two highest Dems to recieve funds from Freddie and Fannie? Why don't they give that money back? How can you take that kind of campaign support and then let it crash and ask the rest of us to bail it out?

How about the Dems baby ACORN and the pathetic corruption going on behind that organization?

At least Obama has more class than his party and the gang leaders Nancy and Harry and suggested this is not a time to stone Leiberman for backing his friend.

So, the Dems have no problem with Rev Wright, Louis Farakan, Ayers etc backing their family friend, neighborhood buddy, church follower, political party member, or race but it is not OK for Leiberman to do the same?

tisk tisk

You should not throw stones at ALL so called pathetic Reps when you live in a glass house full of some pathetic Dems on your own side.

Just remember that this election was pretty close and there are two terms and it was not only Dems that voted in Obama. Many of those Rep's you now call pathetic gave him their vote too.

Why don't you join me in the middle and spend the next four years working together rather than feeding the fire of hate to keep us divided and apart, yes?

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Originally posted by PocketRockets:
Aww he was on the losing side and now he has sour grapes and wants obama to lead from the center, dont get me wrong being a moderate on some issues is good, but people didnt vote for him because he is a conservative. and I think unlike georgie boy, obama has actually read the constitution and maybe more importantly, can understand it. We had to go through 8 years of republicans electing a complete moron, and they tried to do it again this year with palin, and now you want to work together....Im cool with that we are all americans but republicans are pathetic.

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What is wrong with telling him to follow the Constitution of the United States. That is what it is for. To deviate from it into socialism or Marxism is not what the President Of this country is supposed to do. He works for us , both dems and reps, and we all have an equal say so get with program, I am also telling him to follow our constitution and it don't make any difference what party you are. Unless you want him to go to Socialism then continue to feel your way.

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Originally posted by EOCRon:

quote:

Originally posted by PocketRockets:
Aww he was on the losing side and now he has sour grapes and wants obama to lead from the center, dont get me wrong being a moderate on some issues is good, but people didnt vote for him because he is a conservative. and I think unlike georgie boy, obama has actually read the constitution and maybe more importantly, can understand it. We had to go through 8 years of republicans electing a complete moron, and they tried to do it again this year with palin, and now you want to work together....Im cool with that we are all americans but republicans are pathetic.

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What is wrong with telling him to follow the Constitution of the United States. That is what it is for. To deviate from it into socialism or Marxism is not what the President Of this country is supposed to do. He works for us , both dems and reps, and we all have an equal say so get with program, I am also telling him to follow our constitution and it don't make any difference what party you are. Unless you want him to go to Socialism then continue to feel your way.

That is the point I do want some socialism for our country. Obviously too much of anything can be bad, but we need some to keep a level playing field. and the 16th amendment gives congress the right to collect taxes, aka socialism. And there is nothing wrong with telling him to follow the constitution, I hope obama does, Im just willing to bet he kept his trap shut when bush was skirting it.

Yes Barack, don't be like your predecessor, follow the Constitution! . lol . I'm sure Barack will have no problem with that.

We the people...
Hey, look at this $2DOLLAR BILL.

quote:

Originally posted by usa_girl:
Hey Pockets..

At least the right wants to make an effort to work with the other side.

The Dems sure did not do that when they had the chance. No wonder we were a country divided and had to fight for anything to get done.

No wonder our military went without while the two parties held up help from on the hill.

You all wasted 8 years by holding things up on the hill that only hurt our people just to get back at Bush.

Is that really what you want the right to do with Obama now rather than trying to find a middle ground?

Plus, if Obama is as smart as you say he will move a little to the center. Even slick Willie had to scoot over to the middle so he could get things done ..

and oh btw he also had to change some of his promises when in office because once he got in and saw what he was up against he knew he had to in order to get things done.

Say what you want about Bush but there has not been another attack on our soil since 9/11.

No President wants to go to war, there are mistakes in every war and people get hurt and die. It is awful but so is waking up to the fear of terror and being attacked on your own soil.

No doubt some Republicans are as you say pathetic, but what about the pathetic Dems?

What about Barney Franks being in charge of Freddie and Fannie and the mess they are in with the housing market? What say you on that pathetic Dem?

What about Chris Dodd and Obama being the two highest Dems to recieve funds from Freddie and Fannie? Why don't they give that money back? How can you take that kind of campaign support and then let it crash and ask the rest of us to bail it out?

How about the Dems baby ACORN and the pathetic corruption going on behind that organization?

At least Obama has more class than his party and the gang leaders Nancy and Harry and suggested this is not a time to stone Leiberman for backing his friend.

So, the Dems have no problem with Rev Wright, Louis Farakan, Ayers etc backing their family friend, neighborhood buddy, church follower, political party member, or race but it is not OK for Leiberman to do the same?

tisk tisk

You should not throw stones at ALL so called pathetic Reps when you live in a glass house full of some pathetic Dems on your own side.

Just remember that this election was pretty close and there are two terms and it was not only Dems that voted in Obama. Many of those Rep's you now call pathetic gave him their vote too.

Why don't you join me in the middle and spend the next four years working together rather than feeding the fire of hate to keep us divided and apart, yes?

because these message boards wouldnt be any fun of we all just got along. And sorry barack wiped the floor with the republicans, so I am happy and will rub it in for awhile. And after how the last 8 years have been, I think I have earned it.

We can hope that Barack Obama follow the Constitution.

He has two things going for him:

1. He is a Constitutional Scholar by training.

2. He is a dedicated Christian saved by grace.

oh sheesh Pocket........you just trying to get me all worked up for fun! lol bad bad bad

No worries on your desire to bask in the feeling of Obama's victory. Enjoy the moment.

Only don't forget, what comes around goes around, right? You only get so long to walk the talk.

Just try and remember when you come back down to earth that you do him more harm than good by keeping the country divided by parties, yes?

I wish Chuck had written a similar letter to George Bush.

That administration has considered the Constitution little more than a barrier to be gotten around, an impediment to their program which required ingenious, and disingenious, legal opinions to skirt past.

Bush couldnt do anything without the congress and senate. for the last 2 yrs the dems have given him everything he asked for. Before that they all gave him what he wanted. Senator Kerry and Senator Clinton both said Saddam must be stopped go get him Bush.. I am not sure but aren't them and all those other Senators Dems & Reps.

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Originally posted by EOCRon:
-- Use and cite the Constitution.

Didn't Chuck Norris support Huckabee for President? The same candidate who wanted to change "the Constitution so it's in God's standards"?

Right, Chuck

...Alex

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Originally posted by jaluck:
[QUOTE]Originally posted by EOCRon:
-- Use and cite the Constitution.

Didn't Chuck Norris support Huckabee for President? The same candidate who wanted to change "the Constitution so it's in God's standards"?
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What difference who he started out for a lot of us started out looking different ways. You notice he didn't get nominated or elected..

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Originally posted by EOCRon:

quote:

Originally posted by jaluck:
[QUOTE]Originally posted by EOCRon:
-- Use and cite the Constitution.

Didn't Chuck Norris support Huckabee for President? The same candidate who wanted to change "the Constitution so it's in God's standards"?
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What difference who he started out for a lot of us started out looking different ways. You notice he didn't get nominated or elected..

The difference is that Norris supported a candidate who wanted to destroy the Constitution, but now demands that PE Obama "Use and Cite" the same Constitution that wasn't good enough for them.

And "Lead more from the center"? Norris couldn't find the "center" with a map, a compass, and a trail of breadcrumbs.

...Alex

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Originally posted by PocketRockets:

quote:

Originally posted by EOCRon:

quote:

Originally posted by PocketRockets:
Aww he was on the losing side and now he has sour grapes and wants obama to lead from the center, dont get me wrong being a moderate on some issues is good, but people didnt vote for him because he is a conservative. and I think unlike georgie boy, obama has actually read the constitution and maybe more importantly, can understand it. We had to go through 8 years of republicans electing a complete moron, and they tried to do it again this year with palin, and now you want to work together....Im cool with that we are all americans but republicans are pathetic.

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What is wrong with telling him to follow the Constitution of the United States. That is what it is for. To deviate from it into socialism or Marxism is not what the President Of this country is supposed to do. He works for us , both dems and reps, and we all have an equal say so get with program, I am also telling him to follow our constitution and it don't make any difference what party you are. Unless you want him to go to Socialism then continue to feel your way.

That is the point I do want some socialism for our country. Obviously too much of anything can be bad, but we need some to keep a level playing field. and the 16th amendment gives congress the right to collect taxes, aka socialism. And there is nothing wrong with telling him to follow the constitution, I hope obama does, Im just willing to bet he kept his trap shut when bush was skirting it.

You want Socialism? Move to a Socialist Country. This is the U.S. of A. And we ARE NOT Socialists.

Duane A. Brinson Lahaina, Hi.
U.S.M.C. 1985-1989

The President Elect is not qualified...by his own admission, he is a dual citizen (UK)which disqualifies him to be Commander in Chief. There are 17 lawsuits currently out there, 1 is Ambassador Alan Keyes California, and two in the US Supreme Court. One very interesting in SCOTUS is this up to date link http://www.blogtext.org/naturalborncitizen/ Biden will be our man if all goes right.

Dale he was not a professor in law school another bs thing... he was a student and temporary editor of the Law Review..he taught classes like any graduate student...huge difference...he was a Teaching Assistant...nothing else. The rest is bs.

I saw the website...your right as an English citizen he is the worst nightmare of the Founding Fathers...holy crap!