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Dean Smith Endorses Obama Save Email Print
Posted: 2:31 PM Oct 13, 2008
 Last Updated: 7:42 AM Oct 14, 2008
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Barack Obama received support today from one of North Carolina's living legends -- Coach Dean Smith.

In an e-mail sent to the Democratic presidential candidate's supporters, the retired UNC head basketball coach called Obama "a patriotic American, a committed Christian, a good family man, and a man who shares the bedrock values that most North Carolinians have in common".

Smith and his wife, Linnea, say the United State is in a critical juncture and that Obama is the right change in direction.

Smith retired in 1997 after leading UNC to two national championships. He previously had supported John Edwards for president.
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Posted by: Kevin Location: Washington on Oct 25, 2008 at 12:54 AM
This is no suprise,who cares about Deano?,much less Obama?We need to see if he is a NATURAL BORN CITIZEN first and foremost!! It's funny how the networks have not "swarmed" on this news,yet they are worried about what Palin is wearing? Get a grip people!!! WAKE UP!!!
Posted by: Kevin Location: Washington on Oct 22, 2008 at 09:23 AM
Why is this news? Who cares who Dean Smith endorses in politics. Dean Smith was a great basketball coach, how that correlates to presidential politics I'll never know. He also endorsed Matt Daugherty for UNC basketball coach several years ago. How'd that work out, Dean? It just goes to show that even the mighty Dean Smith doesn't always use the best judgement.
Posted by: Kathryn Location: 27858 on Oct 22, 2008 at 07:31 AM
Why is anyone surprised that Dean is voting democrat? Chapel Hill is one of the most liberal schools in our state. I could have called this, easily. Also, just because he is voting for Obama does not mean he is a bad person or bad coach. I am a republican and I love Dean for his accomplishments on the court, not for his opinion on politics.
Posted by: David Location: ROPER on Oct 18, 2008 at 11:14 AM
I thought Dean Smith Had better sense Than that.I have Been a Carolina Fan Since 1974.Obaama Does not kow are how to run the country.Bad choice Dean.
Posted by: UNC TRUE Location: VIRGINIA on Oct 18, 2008 at 09:51 AM
HEY C, YOU COULD NOT HAVE SAID IT BETTER! OBAMA IS LOST AND HE IS CONVINCING THE WORLD TO FOLLOW HIM TO NO WHERE! ARE YOU PEOPLE CRAZY? OUR PRESIDENT WITH A MUSLIM BACKGROUND? WHAT HAPPENED TO OUR PRESIDENT HAVING PATRIOTISM AND BEING A TRUE AMERICAN CHRISTIAN? OBAMA? HAS NO IDEA! MCCAIN WAS THERE AND HE KNOWS WHAT IT MEANS TO SERVE. HE HAS GOOD ETHICS AND MORALS. OBAMA? JUST KNOWLEDGE OF BEING MUSLIM!! HE HAS NO IDEA WHAT IT MEANS TO SERVE OUR COUNTRY. I LOVE DEAN SMITH, BUT WHO HE VOTES FOR DOES NOT CHANGE MY RESPECT FOR HIM OR MY MIND ABOUT A PRESIDENT WITH A MUSLIM BACKGROUND. IF MCCAIN HAD A MUSLIM BACKGROUND, THERE IS NO WAY I WOULD VOTE FOR HIM EITHER! READ THE BIBLE PEOPLE! THE BIBLE PREDICTED IT! OBAMA IS NOT RIGHT FOR OUR COUNTRY, REGARDLESS IF HE IS A DEMOCRAT OR REPUBLICAN!
Posted by: deadfish Location: nc on Oct 17, 2008 at 03:52 PM
What is the purpose of his statement? Does he gain anything by mixing sports and politics? I don't care who he votes for. If I say I vote for X or Z nobody cares. That is because I am an average Joe. Mr. Smith is NOT an average Joe...
Posted by: Keith on Oct 15, 2008 at 10:58 PM
$$$ McBush is a good sum of it all...lol.
Posted by: $$$ on Oct 15, 2008 at 10:44 PM
Well McBush lost another one LMAO
Posted by: kinston Location: nc on Oct 15, 2008 at 07:56 PM
Just two words...Go Duke!
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 15, 2008 at 07:52 PM
To true, Will you stop whining all the time.
Posted by: true Location: home on Oct 15, 2008 at 05:30 PM
to lavon ,what you said about bush ,most is true ,but McCAIN is not BUSH ,HOW can anybody in their right mind vote for OBAMA ,with all his shady past and friends YOU obama people JUST can not handle the TRUTH , THIS man tells you a new fairly tale every day and you people eat it up ,IF this man get the pres job ,we will not have a pot to pee in ,
Posted by: T on Oct 15, 2008 at 05:12 PM
t.b.a.a-I replied to your post b/c I saw that YOU "went there" about Jesus. Don't bring religion into this if you don't want people to speak their mind. Honestly, I can't decipher most of what you are saying, you leave out words. Typical liberal.....speaking in codes. You think that Obama is the answer to all of our nation's problems. The TRUTH is that he is going to make things much worse. Open your eyes! Don't you realize that if he increases taxes for those who make $250,00 or more, including businesses, we will all feel it? I am so glad that my eyes are open and like "C", I don't drink Obama Kool-aid!!! Insult me as you will, you will see that us REPUBLICANS (and proud of it) are right!!!
Posted by: ThisIsntTheDeanIKnew Location: Greenville on Oct 15, 2008 at 04:16 PM
I had a friend who used to brag she drove an Acura that was owned by Dean Smith. She's glad she got rid of that car before this got into the media. Good Coach in his day...
Posted by: Carol Location: Kinston on Oct 15, 2008 at 04:05 PM
Just goes to show what IDIOTS from UNC think.
Posted by: ECU Republican Location: Greenville on Oct 15, 2008 at 04:01 PM
Not the end of the story Reverend Wright is docummented, Ayers is documented and Rezco is documented.
Posted by: Touched By An Angel on Oct 15, 2008 at 03:09 PM
TO C Every one of your statements have been proven false, end of story.
Posted by: C on Oct 15, 2008 at 02:05 PM
Touched By An Angel, so you want to talk about evading the truth ? Obama has had a free ride from our mainstream media from day one. They have taken a much harder look at Gov. Palin than they ever have at him. This man only has his time as a ''community organizer'' to claim as experience. He has a 20 year relationship with a racist preacher, a long-time friendship with a domestic terrorist, and is LOST without his teleprompter. He glosses over all the facts I just mentioned and the mainstream media REFUSE to look into it [with the exception of Fox and talk radio]. THAT is ''evading the truth''. I'll gladly take a ''washed up old man'' who at least actually loves his country and served it with honor. Your guy can't make that claim. Do you realize that if this man were trying to obtain a job in the FBI, he'd be REJECTED because of the documented friendships I mentioned ? Yet, you Obama Kool-aid drinkers want him to win the Presidency ?! Wake up !
Posted by: here Location: here on Oct 15, 2008 at 02:04 PM
Honestly, who cares? Is this really news?
Posted by: Bob Location: Winterville on Oct 15, 2008 at 01:44 PM
ECU Republican: You are painting with too broad of a brush. The current Administration is 100% Republican. The current Congress is approximately 53%/47%, along party lines. Now, I know that you may answer with bringing up the leadership in Congress, but the closeness in percentages alone of Congress vs. the all-Republican White House makes your statement dubious, at best. Your logic is contrived. By the way, I will be voting for Walter B. Jones, my local Congressman, for what it's worth. Liddy (where have you been?) Dole, on the other hand, bahhh! And good riddance.
Posted by: ECU Republican Location: Greenville on Oct 15, 2008 at 11:38 AM
If Bush and the Republicans are so bad why didn't your Democratic controlled congress do anything to help it in the past two years. They didn't accomplish a daggon thing but a couple of nice taxpayer paid vacations. I think if you look at the congressional approval rating you will see the winner of the next election. Some Americans might be fed up with Bush but more are fed up with congress and America will show that disgust by electing McCain.
Posted by: Obama Snake Oil co Location: Washington on Oct 15, 2008 at 11:23 AM
Bashing Bush is easy, you don't have to understand the problems. You just follow "party lines" and believe anything they say about him. Of course you would go after him and blame will follow suit. Facts for you; Democrats run both houses, it failed on their watch with a 12% approval rating. They might loose control this year for that reason. The mortgage industry failed because Barney Franks and other democrats choose to ignore the problem and be on the "take". I am not voting for Obama, I am voting against a secular progressive liberal socialist by voting for McCain. I will wait until the democratic party puts a moderate at bat. Liberals will not win this country. Look at past elections and history, you just cannot trust them. Lastly, 80% of Americans are afraid of Obama. This leaves Boots and Lavon on the 14% of supporters of the guy. I understand ACORN will allow you to vote in every state if you register. Now theres corruption you can believe in.
Posted by: Touched By An Angel. on Oct 15, 2008 at 11:21 AM
To T, You need to read a post that you understand if there is such thing. It is for sure it is not my post. You saw what you wanted to see in my post just like a true republican. YOU see everything with your blinders on, YES I would say you are a true republican. If you people don't understand a comment please don't post a rebuttal. You do that to evade the truth within our post. McCain is doing the same thing to draw attention away from the fact that he is a washed up old man. Come on people Obama has three AAA in this game and after tonight he will have four AAAA the game is over folks.
Posted by: Boots on Oct 15, 2008 at 10:34 AM
To ALL Blogers, I am old enough to vote for my choice of a candidate with out being harassed and without approval from you. I have no intentions of voting republican. Eight years is eight long years to long "NO MORE OF THE SAME FOR ME" It is unbelievable that McCain has made one whopping mistake after the other and you all just smile and keep tagging along behind him, like good little sheep that you are I can hear you now babababa. You go vote for McCain and I will go vote for Obama. My vote counts more than your vote does anyway because I am from OHIO, just a little food for though :)
Posted by: lavon Location: kinston on Oct 15, 2008 at 10:12 AM
Oh you forgot to mention that GW Bush is without a doubt the most failed president in presidential history. You disn't mention that he singlehandedly took down this economy in his eight year term. You didnt mention the fact that he has the lowest approval rating in the history of mankind which is 16%. Just more republican filth and garbage once again. Tell the facts!!
Posted by: connie Location: kinston on Oct 15, 2008 at 09:55 AM
He done lost his mind. Us true tarheels may have to disown him.
Posted by: T Location: NC on Oct 15, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Touched by an Angel...I don't believe anyone said Christ was a Republican...it was said that he is conservative. You know, pro family, pro life, etc. Please don't tell me you believe that our Heavenly Father would support someone who is in support of letting newborns [who have survived the brutal attempt to murder them] die without any medical help?! Obama has not done ANYTHING to qualify him to be President. I can't believe he even won the endorsement. It is merely his skin color that is going to win him this election. That is a sad reality. Lee Greenwood is going to have to rewrite his song to say....."God HELP the U.S.A."!!!!!
Posted by: Obama Snake Oil Co Location: Washington on Oct 15, 2008 at 08:44 AM
Thanks ECU Republican, the secular progressive liberals ignore Obamas history and past dealings with shady, hidden facts but will attack anyone not voting for their canidate as being racist. This election is not about race, its about belief. I researched, yes, thats right, steered away from moveon and other liberal sites, watching Fox and CNN to learn the facts on the canidates. Obama has too much ties to a questionable past period. Its not about color, its about honesty. Some of us just aren't gullible to believe "party" lines. Ignorance is Bliss, this democrat will vote republican because I am not sheepist. I haven't fallen from a moderate position. Hillary was moderate, Obama is a secular progressive with an agenda, read his book, then post here.
Posted by: ECU Republican Location: Greenville on Oct 15, 2008 at 07:25 AM
On the military experience....George W was a Pilot in the Air National Guard, and Clinton well we all know he dodged the draft. George H Bush was in the Naval Reserve, Reagan was in the Army Reserves, Jimmy Carter was in the navy, Gerald Ford was naval reserve, Richard Nixon naval reserve ... and the list goes on...do your research. Once again you folks bring up race its not the issue for us but for ya'll its the whole issue. Ignorance is Bliss.
Posted by: Carl Location: Greenville, NC on Oct 15, 2008 at 06:04 AM
I love UNC basketball but don't agree with Dean Smith on backing Obuma. Dean has been known to drink alittle too much and is getting senile. forgive him
Posted by: Noneya Location: IBX on Oct 15, 2008 at 04:31 AM
Whats Dean Smith got to do with anything ? I guess Obama must play basketball ? Liberal UNC ?
Posted by: Steve Location: Kinston on Oct 15, 2008 at 12:15 AM
I am so happy to know that ACORN has been giving equal fraud incentives to the Republican party by making sure that they split the false ballots equally between the two parties. YEAH RIGHT!!!
Posted by: Jimbo Location: NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 11:57 PM
Dean who? Relevant how?
Posted by: jtenn Location: USA on Oct 14, 2008 at 11:06 PM
I could have sworn you had a natural born citizen to be come president.So far he doesn't have any proof that he was indeed born in the USA.Not to mention during the national anthem he didn't have his hand over is heart.With me it isn't about what color your skin is,it's about whats in your heart and the quality of your words.I am in the US Army and personally don't want him as my boss(commander and chief).That's just my opinion but I don't want John McCain either.He picked a vice president who has a pregnant daughter,but yet is against sexual education.I mean every single one of them have talked a good game but once their butts touch the chair in the oval office nothing changes.It all just stays the same or gets worse.So Obama can either prove himself as a natural born citizen or not,the ball is in his court.
Posted by: Obama 08 4 Prez! on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:53 PM
Give me a D-E-A-N S-M-I-T-H goOOO OBAMA!! yaaaaAAAAAA ~doing a split~
Posted by: Bobby Brown Location: Chicago, ILL on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:44 PM
I'm glad to see someone of Coach Dean Smith caliber come out to support Obama/Biden. I can't understand so much rheortic about "ACORN." ACORN wasn't important when just the "White Boys" were running for President and needed the Black vote. Now, we have a Black man name Obama who will win Presidency, go under so much scrunity because of his race. Clear differential treatment for the race(s) here. You figure out. I got it. Sad
Posted by: Thinking beyond my nose Location: Scranton,NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:23 PM
I have seen some pretty crazy comments. Tis is a free country everyone can vote for whom they please. to tell you the truth why would a 72 year man be seeking office when he can sit home and rock his grandchildren with no problems. The only thing old I want is money and with Obama w I can have just that. Job, insurane, a strong economy, troop home soon,and no worries about my pension and 401K being secured.
Posted by: ken Location: farmville on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:13 PM
Isn't this the same man (Dean Smith) who wanted John Edwards to become the next President and now is jumping on Obama wagon. Tarhole fans, how can you pull for the most liberal whine and cheese university this side of Berkley, California. By supporting the tarholes you are supporting liberal views. Wake up, this is the same unversity that wouldn't allow military recuriters to set up show in Chapel Hill. Go WOLFPACK.
Posted by: Matt Location: NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 08:50 PM
Don't believe Dean, the polls or the liberal media. They all suck.
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 14, 2008 at 08:47 PM
about the military experience thing, tell me which of our past 10 presiedents had military experience. do u know? Bush, no,Clinton, no Reagan, yea a soldier in the movies...
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 14, 2008 at 08:46 PM
As a 44yo white man, I think it's great that someone of his stature has the"balls" to say he endorses Obama in this election. just read this blog, it will show u how racist this state still is. And to hide behind your racism as "a conservative christian" is really sad. to vote for or against a person because of their idealogy is fine, but because of the person's skin color is sickening.
Posted by: Denise Moore Location: Greenville, NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 05:43 PM
I think everyone has a right to their own opinions and if Dean Smith wants to endorse Obama, thats his choice and noone else has anything to do with it, you are choosing who you want to vote for aren't you? I think everyone else had a chance, so why not give Obama a chance. It's going to take sometime anyway to clean up the mess that President Bush has gotten us in.
Posted by: ECU Republican Location: greenville on Oct 14, 2008 at 05:26 PM
Edward why must you play the race card no one said anything about race???? We just said why was this important??? Nothing about race..If dean smith said to vote for McCain, Bush or Hillary it still would be unimportant...thats the point.
Posted by: Donald Location: Washington, NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 04:35 PM
Even more reason why I'm glad I don't like sports... I'm looking forward to voting for McCain/Palin !!
Posted by: Rascal Location: NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 04:28 PM
I have seen the LIGHT! I will now vote for Obama. I mean I have to, right? If a retired basketball coach supports him, then he must be the best candidate right? I will follow along like the dutiful sheep that I am and cast my vote based on another man's opinion and not my own. Thank you Dean Smith for doing my thinking for me.
Posted by: Edward Location: Dudley on Oct 14, 2008 at 04:26 PM
It is truly amazing just how much difference the color of a man's skin is making in this election. Never has America had an opportunity to vote for someone of color and now everybody is downing the world's best basketball coach just for endorsing. Give peace a chance and vote your convictions and leave your fellowman alone to vote his. God bless you and remember: It is better to keep your mouth shut and be thought ignorant than to open it and remove all doubt.
Posted by: ECU Republican Location: greenville on Oct 14, 2008 at 04:21 PM
Why is this even news??? Who cares what he thinks...I mean do we need to ask every coach or former coach what they think about the election. He is just like everyone else...one vote...why spotlight him...haha.
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 14, 2008 at 03:57 PM
It has to be Alzheimers. I can't beleive he nor anyone else in their right minds would vote for Obama.
Posted by: Lord Help Us All Location: Eastern NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 03:53 PM
First of all, who cares? What does this say about us? We care what someone in the sports or entertainment world thinks? I'm down here on Earth. Scrapping just to pay bills, hoping I can keep a job to do just that and only that. These famous peoples' opinions are squat. They have to money to run their mouths and believe what they believe. I live in reality. They get paid millions for their opinions. Do you?
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 14, 2008 at 03:45 PM
He's a great coach. I'm very disappointed in him. He should have kept this to himself. I just hope that if Roy Williams feels the same that he will not tell it.
Posted by: Alicia Location: New Bern on Oct 14, 2008 at 02:23 PM
Then coach Dean can stand before the Lord Jesus Christ when it is judgement day and explain why he voted for a candidate who allowed hands to shed innocent blood by trying to bring partial birth abortion back to fruition. There is going to come a day where all that have taken part in this are going to answer to their maker for killing of innocent babies. If there should be change it should be that the 10,0000 babies that have been aborted in the United States since January 1st not have been allowed to take place! May God have mercy on this nation!
Posted by: Kimo Location: Belhaven on Oct 14, 2008 at 02:22 PM
Just goes to show you. Being a good coach makes you no more astute as a political pundit than being a big time actor or actress.
Posted by: TarHeel Liberals Location: NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 02:17 PM
It is a shame for someone as well respected a Smith to be so liberal in his views. Just another example of how Liberal our universities have become. Its a shame to invest such money into such Liberal views.
Posted by: proud conservative Location: Beaufort County on Oct 14, 2008 at 01:58 PM
Touched by an angel indicated that GOD was neither Republican nor Democrat. Of course that is true, but thed question is do you believe all Christians (infedels) should be put to death, do you believe in killing babies (even if un-born), do you believe that Praying should be forbidden in schools and other public places. If the answer is NO then you must vote for McCain. Obama's party and the man himself support these beliefs even if he now denies alot of it for political gain. As for Dean Smith he should have stuck with basketball because it is obvious by his comments he knows nothing about plolitics. It is really sad when you do anything to keep in the lime light. Why would any right thinking american turn the government over to a man whose beliefs are all others must die!!! He has no experience and he will say anything to get elected. I pity those of you who can not see through this. GOD save america.!!!
Posted by: BOOO unc on Oct 14, 2008 at 01:41 PM
even moooore reason to pull against UNC!!:) GO DUKE!
Posted by: "YEAH RIGHT" on Oct 14, 2008 at 01:09 PM
Palin mistook reporters as hecklers that a HOOT and they say she fit to be VP "YEAH RIGHT" wake up and smell the coffee America
Posted by: Terry G. Location: Gloucester NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 12:58 PM
Noooooooooo! Dean are you crazy?
Posted by: Sandy Location: New Bern on Oct 14, 2008 at 12:53 PM
People who cares who Dean Smith is for its his right i mean i dont care for Obama myself but still Dean Smith is still the greatest basketball coach ever and this wont change my mind on this and this has nothing to do with his poltical views even though i dont agree with "The Dean Of All Basketball" I still think he is the greatest Coach of all time
Posted by: WHO CARES on Oct 14, 2008 at 12:39 PM
Who cares what you all think about Dean Smith or Obama for that matter. We do not care about your personal beliefs on this election. You go Nov.4th and vote for McCain\Bush and get "MORE OF THE SAME" LMAO
Posted by: Faye Location: Plymouth on Oct 14, 2008 at 12:24 PM
This is America and you have the right to vote for who you please. We do not have the right to judge people. If you want Obama, vote for Obama. If you want McCain, vote for McCain. We must all pray that God will put in the White House who he feel will be good for America.
Posted by: BANKING on Oct 14, 2008 at 12:14 PM
Now that Bush is buying all the private banks up we will do our banking the way the government dictates, Remember this day because soon the republicans will blame it on the Democrats. 10\14\08
Posted by: Barbara Location: Martin County on Oct 14, 2008 at 12:03 PM
I am a full blooded Democrat. Some of you think that only Republicans can see how untruthful and immoral Obama is but that is not true. Obama helped to train some of the ACORN volunteers and he donated almost a million dollars to help them round up people to vote for him. He denied this but some of the workers have already admitted to it. Dean Smith was a good coach but he must not keep up with the facts. He has been swayed by WORDS, but if he would take the time to look at Obama's voting record over the years he would be surprised and dismayed. Do you think Obama has changed his mind about raising taxes on the middle class. He says he has but I think he's fooling us until he gets into office. He's pretending that he's a centrist but look at his voting record. He's the 3rd most liberal senator. I don't want to give up my freedom and live in a socialist state.
Posted by: $$$ on Oct 14, 2008 at 11:53 AM
ACORN has been around for years, registered both Democrat\Republican. Google it
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 14, 2008 at 11:47 AM
i used to look up to dean smith now i might have to route for the wolfpack, sike!!!!!
Posted by: Obama Snake Oil Co Location: Washington on Oct 14, 2008 at 11:37 AM
I don't think that ACORN really came to being until Obama was selected from the primaries. The guy registered 73 times as a democrat as he was instructed. I don't think John had evidence that ACORN did this two years ago since he wasn't running for president. Mr Whitehurst, since you were never in McCains shoes, you resolve from posting on his war record. I know war too, McCain is and will always be a war hero. The Hanoi Hilton didn't getted tips from the occupants for staying with them. John didn't get frequent points for staying there. How many times can to take to be beat to near death? This democrat votes McCain Palin this year. I don't like what my party has become.
Posted by: FACTS on Oct 14, 2008 at 11:34 AM
To Obama Snake Oil, You do know ACORN registered both Democrat\Republican and Blacks\Whites so that blows YOU observations all to hell. You are expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence. Go get some facts about what you are saying.
Posted by: Steve Location: Kinston on Oct 14, 2008 at 11:16 AM
I can not imagine anyone putting Dean Smith in the category of a hero. For what? Is it because he created the four corner "offense"? He is a tired old liberal like your buddy Jim Hunt, whose only claim to fame is how much of the taxpayers' monies he could spend on useless social programs.
Posted by: ns native Location: nc on Oct 14, 2008 at 11:10 AM
this shows that ignorance is everywhere
Posted by: disappointed Location: greenville, nc on Oct 14, 2008 at 11:02 AM
I can't believe that Dean Smith has done that You would think a tarheel would know better Sure changes my thoughts about him
Posted by: 2008 on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:55 AM
TO Blog Refuter, Oh thank you, you said it so well and I agree with you 1000%. You touched on every point that needed to be addressed on this site. "WINKING" :) Let the best man win.
Posted by: Dianne Location: Greenville on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:38 AM
John McCain had no problem with ACORN two years ago when he praised them (video available) because they coincided with his political interests. How quickly he forgets! Once again, hypocrisy.
Posted by: Touched By An Angel on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:38 AM
TO Leslie, You are so right, I came on here under the name "Touched By An Angel" I ask people if they would slander Christ if came on here and said I am voting for Obama. I was told he would never vote for Obama because Christ is a Republican. Another reason I was given was Obama kills babies not true "mothers kill their babies" The Christ I know is nether BLACK\WHITE or Democrat\Republican. Now the Republicans that told me Christ is Republican have so much hate I don't think they know Christ OR they know a Christ that I don't know or do I want to know him.
Posted by: Robert Whitehurst Location: Greenville on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:30 AM
I can't believe you McCain supporters. I am a Army veteran and to think that Tarheels (people from NC) would attack Dean Smith. He only said the same thing about Obama that McCain supporters say about McCain. We really need to take a look at who we called hero's. Being a POW does not make you a hero. The hero's are those POWs that did not break and sold their country out. John McCain is no more hero than I. I would like to think that I could face my captures and never divulge anything but name, rank, and SS#. When I was overseas and some soldiers 1/4 cav were captured in Albania/Macedonia. Upon their release they lauded as American Hero's. No one take into consideration that they were in the wrong place and surrender to people who were outgunned. All I ask is to do what is best for the whole country instead what best suits you as an Individual. McCain is more of the same using fear instead of hope.
Posted by: Obama Snake Oil Co Location: Washington on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Yep, they should have put a "pen" around Chapel Hill a long time ago. I think ACORN and the media are trying to make the decision on who gets elected for us. With a Ohio guy who registered 73 times by ACORN, well, lets just say this is how the liberals want to level the playing field. We hear from Fox that the same is happening in NC but we don't see it on the big three. All are in the Tank. Leslie, republican or democrat are not the problem. The liberals are the problem. These are the people that don't want mention of "God" anywhere in society. You know, the ones that took the 10 commandments out of the court houses and schools. This is the liberal/ACLU agenda. However, it is OK to have foot washers for muslems in schools. Dean has always been a liberal. He was a great coach, just misguided by politics. He still thinks the democratic party is just that. With the liberals now controlling it, Pelosi and Reid...well, enough said.
Posted by: Blog Refuter Location: NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:13 AM
It is so comical how many of you make the most contradicting statements ever. You say, "Who cares who Dean Smith endorses?" Then you repeatedly post comments about his endorsement. If you did not care, you would not post in the first place. Just the simple fact that you pose the question asking who cares, shows that you really care. Otherwise, it would evaporate from your mind as soon as you read it. However, the truth is that you all care. You care that he endorsed Obama and you hate it. You're so full of hatred that all you can do is sit and think of any and all of the despicable lies and rumors you can think of. That is immoral, my friends. I sit back and laugh at you all because no matter what the result of this election is, there will be changes, and some of you may not like those changes. But, we live and we learn. We cannot stay stuck in the past, we must progress and move forward.
Posted by: Joe Location: Kinston on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:51 AM
A name change is due. change his name to Dean Sniff.
Posted by: Leslie Location: Pitt County on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:51 AM
As I read some of these comments, I am truly amazed. God is neither Democrat or Republican. The implication that if a person votes for one party over another indicates whether that person is a Christian is so wrong. Thankfully, there is such a thing as the separation of church and state. Again, I say, vote your conscience and enough of trashing one another. Dean Smith, like every other citizen in this country, has the right to vote however he chooses. If you disagree, then vote the other way. Please enough is enough. These hate-filled comments are more disturbing the closer this election gets to November 4th. Get a grip, people!
Posted by: Dianne Location: Greenville on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:35 AM
If none of you Republicans cared that Dean Smith is endorsing Obama, as you claim, this page would be blank! You are so funny.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: beaufort county on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:20 AM
Why should we care who Dean Smith is voting for? We can't stop him even though I feel that he is making a huge mistake. Anyone that goes against the Bible has no right running or winning. Dean Smith is not so important a person that will influence my decision on who to vote for. Come on WITN People should keep their voting to themselves. Its personal.
Posted by: lol on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:06 AM
To VBush, You spend a lot time on here trying to influence the way people vote. It is not working and will never work.
Posted by: Trey Location: Ayden on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:06 AM
This is just proof that our national AND local media have become sickly bias! Who cares that Dean Smith endoresed Obama. How can Dean Smith say Obama is a "committed" christian and the he shares our values? He sat under a so called pastor that preached racism and hatred for many, many years. You can't possibly tell me that he's a christian while sitting in Wrights congregation and voting for partial birth abortion, plus supporting many more liberal agenda's. I'm sick and tired of folks overlooking these radical positions of Barack Obama. May God help us if Barack Obama becomes President.
Posted by: Republican Location: Washington on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:04 AM
Those that are democrat will always be democrat no matter the person running!
Posted by: Nana Location: Southern Pitt on Oct 14, 2008 at 08:58 AM
Somebody way down the line mentioned Ernest T. Bass...Sounds like a good write-in to me.
Posted by: Bob Location: Greenville on Oct 14, 2008 at 08:54 AM
It's too bad Jesse Helms idea of constructing a wall around Chapel Hill didn't come to fruition. It would sure be nice if Coach Smith and the rest of the Chapel Hill bleeding hearts couldn't infect the rest of the state. It's scary to think some people will actually vote for Obama solely because Dean Smith endorses him.
Posted by: Go Obama! Location: Eastern N.C. on Oct 14, 2008 at 08:33 AM
Hardcore for McCain....McCain didn't serve in the military, he just hid out as POW until the war was clear. Wait a minute, not before having every bone in his body broken. Funny though, he looks like a robot moving those broken arms. lol!!!
Posted by: Go Mccain Location: Vanceboro on Oct 14, 2008 at 08:07 AM
If Obama does get elected as president, there is always impeachment right?
Posted by: Crystal Location: Vanceboro on Oct 14, 2008 at 08:06 AM
To Touched by an Angel: You have go to be kidding me. Jesus endorse Obama. You obviously are not in touch with the Chrisitan Bible. Jesus would never endorse Obama because he supports abortion, infanticide, stem cell research, and gays. He is the exact opposite of what Christ stands for. You should do some research before you post such a ridiculous comment.
Posted by: VBush Location: MHCY on Oct 14, 2008 at 07:51 AM
Hardcore For McCain; The liberals not only don't care Obama has never served, most liberals don't care about our military in general. If it was left up to them, we probably wouldn't have anything more than a National Guard and some sort of Coastal Defense Force. Most of them loathe the military. It represents a standard that they could never measure up to. Sacrifice, Service to our Nation, Discipline, and Personal Responsibility. Those are all character markers that no liberal could ever or would ever want to be identified with. So in answer to your question: NO, it does not bother them.
Posted by: HARDCORE FOR MCCAIN!!! on Oct 14, 2008 at 07:24 AM
Does it bother any of you who are Obama supporters that he has NOT served in the U.S. military? Do you think that our military stands a chance with him as president??????
Posted by: VBush Location: MHCY on Oct 14, 2008 at 06:47 AM
Is there some reason why who Dean Smith is endorsing for the Presidency is news? Why would anybody care? Moreover he was a basketball coach at the well known liberal college of UNC, is this actually some kind of surprise in anyone's eyes? I don't care anymore about his opinion than I do about Martin Sheen's. Anyone that is going to be swayed by what Dean Smith is doing isn't his/her own person anyway. Bottom line: WHO CARES?
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 14, 2008 at 06:29 AM
Dean Smith has the right to vote for whoever he wants without people saying he has dimentia, lost his mind, whatever. I could say the same about anyone voting for McCain. Or McCain himself, because he can't remember what he talked about yesterday, because he changes is message everytime I hear him. He'll say anything to get elected.
Posted by: Blog Refuter Location: NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 06:29 AM
"Pharmacy graduate", please be sure to read all of the post before commenting. That should clear up any discrepancies. Thanks.
Posted by: Mike Location: Edenton on Oct 14, 2008 at 06:04 AM
Supporting Edwards then Obama only shows Smith is a Liberal wuss showing signs of dimentia.
Posted by: Wood Location: Washington on Oct 14, 2008 at 05:59 AM
Smith has lost his mind, old age I guess, but he also voted for Edwards. Now, who cares how Smith votes? He obviously don't know right from wrong anymore and now wants to put a muslim in the White House. I sure hope he and a lot of Democrats will read up and study that mans History before election day. There's more to being an American and Freedom and we had best come home from the "Ball Game" and get serious.
Posted by: Kathy Location: Jamesville on Oct 14, 2008 at 03:35 AM
Dean, you have lost your freaking mind. I guess old age has made you seanile. A vote for Obama is a vote for the islam extremist and a vote for the lazy and trifeling who do not want to work for a living but have people who do work support their sorry butts through higher taxes and additional taxes. It would not surprise me if he created a project tax.
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 14, 2008 at 01:55 AM
In boredom I picked up a national enquirer and was amused at the fact that it was the only thing in print or on tv that didn't promote or endorse Barrack Obama...lol
Posted by: Disgusted ! Location: Bath, NC on Oct 14, 2008 at 12:41 AM
WHO CARES??? Just who does WITN think cares who Dean Smith votes for? He is a HAS BEEN. He doesn't influence me one way or another. Just another ploy of the "MEDIA" to plug NOBAMAH! GO McCain/ Palin!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 14, 2008 at 12:33 AM
hey elcid89--- My question to you is---just who are the stupid portion of the electorate? I would submit to you that it is the ones who want the nanny state to continue bleeding us dry while propagating this public/private partnership of government and business which has created a welfare subculture along with a corporate welfare structure. For your information, the founding fathers insisted that less government was the best government. I defy you to present any evidence that the founding fathers feared majority rule. The Bill of rights is the limit that was placed in order that minority interests would not be trampled. Other than that, majority RULES. I already know who the stupids are. I do not want "exceptional" leaders unless that means that they are moral, sensible and constitutionally literate people who love America and insist on the rule of law. Other than that they should be citizens just like the common everyday individual. They are not special, they are servants.
Posted by: Leigh Location: Williamston on Oct 13, 2008 at 11:17 PM
Okay Coach Smith...I still love ya and UNC Basketball. Although you are entitled to your opinion, I can't back you on this. Go McCain/Palin 08!!
Posted by: Windy on Oct 13, 2008 at 11:07 PM
To elcid89, Thank you for your comment, you hit the nail on the head. You know something is very wrong with the picture on here.
Posted by: elcid89 Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 09:33 PM
In reading through these comments, many of them inspire me to remember the founding fathers and their reticence at placing too much power in the hands of the masses. There's a reason they went to such lengths to insulate the execution of power in America from popular influence, and many of these comments serve to brilliantly verify that their concerns were not misplaced. In other words, how can we expect our leaders to be exceptional when it's clear that a large portion of the electorate is amazingly stupid.
Posted by: C on Oct 13, 2008 at 09:21 PM
Hey, Touched By An Angel : Don't worry about Christ saying He'd vote for Obama..If you just look at Obama's record [scant though it may be], you'll come to the inescapable conclusion that he is a liberal. Read your Bible, and you'll come to the equally inescapable conclusion that Christ is a CONSERVATIVE !
Posted by: Ken Location: Farmvile on Oct 13, 2008 at 09:10 PM
There you go Tarhole fans, your beloved Dean Smith is backing Obama. Didn't Mr. Smith also endorse Mr. John Edwards, the man who cheated on his wife while running for president while she is fighting cancer? Please, we do not want a liberal president and liberal senate and liberal congress, only the people who do not like to work, be sucessful and be happy will benefit from it. So all you Tarhole fans who beat your chest when your coach, not mine speaks, well congratulations. You are the very people who support probaly the most liberal school east of Berkley, California. Go Wolfpack
Posted by: MARWAN Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 09:07 PM
BARACKS HISTORY Rezko was one of Obama's first major financial contributors when he ran for office in Chicago. In 2003, Rezko threw an early fundraiser for Obama which Chicago Tribune reporter David Mendelland claims was instrumental in providing Obama with 'seed money' for his U.S. Senate race. In 2005, Obama purchased a new home in Kenwood District of Chicago for $1.65 million (less than asking price). With ALL those Student Loans - Where did he get the money for the property? On the same day Rezko's wife, Rita, BR purchased the adjoining empty lot for full price.The London Times reported that Nadhmi Auchi, an Iraqi-born Billionaire loaned Rezko $3.5 million three weeks before Obama's new home was purchased. Obama met Nadhmi Auchi many times with Rezko. More Baracks history to come
Posted by: UNC Pharmacy Class of 2000 Location: Greenville on Oct 13, 2008 at 09:01 PM
In response to blog refuter--please speak for yourself. I am a Carolina graduate but definitely Not an Obama supporter! This country needs to be lead by individuals with good moral character. Just visit www.ncfamily.org and compare the candidates position on various topics involving moral values. McCain and Palin without a doubt would better represent this country.
Posted by: Touched By An Angel on Oct 13, 2008 at 08:54 PM
I find it so ridiculous that you Republicans would think some one in your life is a great person. When that person does not vote the way you want them to, you turn on them like a wild animal. We witnessed this characteristic even in McCain himself and now we see it in you when you speak about Dean Smith. You know I wonder what you all would do if Christ came on here and said, you know people I am going to vote for Barack Obama. What would you do then, would call him an idiot or would call him a terrorists or would shout out KILL HIM???? "THINK ABOUT IT PEOPLE"
Posted by: WOLFGANG Location: CHOCOWINITY on Oct 13, 2008 at 08:46 PM
Get your Conceal to Carry Handgun Permit before Coach Smith gets his wish.
Posted by: Elmo Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 08:13 PM
Dean who?????
Posted by: Marwan Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 07:14 PM
Marwan I am a Arab I hope they print a breif histoy of Barasck Obama I posted. Vote for McCain/Palin. If they do not post it beware. A phrase that keeps ringing in my ear - 'Beware of the enemy from within'!!!vote McCain/Palin
Posted by: Blog Refuter Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 07:13 PM
We here at Carolina are generally known to be a liberal school. There are some conservatives here, but they are highly outnumbered by the liberals. However, I consider myself to be moderate. Here at Carolina, we believe in freedom, justice, and equality. The plea of the Honorable Dean Smith is the same as the plea of many here on the Carolina faculty and staff as well as that of UNC Hospitals. UNC Medical School Researcher/Nobel Prize winner Oliver Smithies also endorses Obama. He says to observe the two candidates' health care policies, and clearly Obama's is far superior. Here at Carolina, we are called "Heels for Obama." I'm a Tarheel born. I'm a Tarheel bred. And when I die, I'm a Tarheel dead. So, it's Rah, Rah Car'lina 'lina. Rah, Rah Car'lina 'lina. Rah Rah Car'lina. Rah Rah Rah.
Posted by: Marwan Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 07:07 PM
Oh, and by the way, remember the college roommates that where born in Pakistan? They are in charge of all those 'small' Internet campaign contributions for Obama. Where is that money coming from? The poor and middle class in this country? Or could it be from the Middle East? And the final bit of news. On September 7, 2008, The Washington Times posted a verbal slip that was made on 'This Week' with George Stephanapoulos. Obama on talking about his religion said, 'My Muslim faith'. When questioned, 'he made a mistake'. Some mistake. All of the above information I got on line. If you would like to check it - Wikipedia, encyclopedia, Barack Obama; Tony Rezko; Valerie Jarrett: Daily Times - Obama visited Pakistan in 1981 The Washington Times - September 7, 2008; The Times May 10, 2008. Now the BIG question - If I found out all this information on my own, Why haven't all of our 'intelligent' members of the press been reporting this.
Posted by: John Location: Greenville on Oct 13, 2008 at 07:01 PM
Is anyone surprised that Dean is a liberal? He always has been, big deal. If you vote for someone because of a basketball coach you are misguided at best. The economy started a sharp rebound, the focus will shift and people will come to their senses and vote for McCain.
Posted by: Marwan Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 07:00 PM
Now, we have Obama running for President. Valerie Jarrett, was Michele Obama's boss. She is now Obama's chief advisor and he does not make any major decisions without talking to her first. Where was Jarrett born? Ready for this? Shiraz, Iran! Do we see a pattern here? Or am I going crazy? On May 10, 2008 The Times reported, Robert Malley, advisor to Obama, was 'sacked' after the press found out he was having regular contacts with 'Hamas', which controls Gaza and is connected with Iran. This past week, buried in the back part of the papers, Iraqi newspapers reported that during Obama's visit to Iraq, hewas having regular contacts with 'Hamas', which controls Gaza and is connected with Iran. This past week, buried in the back part of the papers, Iraqi newspapers reported that during Obama's visit to Iraq, he asked their leaders to do nothing about the war until after he is elected, and he will 'Take care of things'
Posted by: C on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:55 PM
Hey, Anonymous, you're right. It is great news..IF you happen to be an America - hating domestic terrorist like William Ayers. It is great news..if you want a President with only his time as a ''community organizer'' to pass for experience. It is great news..if you want a President who will try to appease our enemies rather than fight them. It is great news..if you want a President who spent 20 years in the church of a racist preacher. It is great news..if you want to see the law-abiding citizens stripped of their Second Amendment rights while the criminals get to keep their guns. Pardon me if I pass on that tall glass of Obama kool-aid, thank you very much. Give me a decorated Vietnam vet with years of senatorial experience anytime,and a former mayor/current Governor too. Obama has NO EXPERIENCE ! So, Smith is for Obama ? Smith, one of our state's more famous liberals ? Wow, who would've seen THAT coming ?! Next thing you'll tell me is that Clay Aiken is gay or something.....
Posted by: Marwan Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:52 PM
BARACKS HISTORY Rezko was one of Obama's first major financial contributors when he ran for office in Chicago. In 2003, Rezko threw an early fundraiser for Obama which Chicago Tribune reporter David Mendelland claims was instrumental in providing Obama with 'seed money' for his U.S. Senate race. In 2005, Obama purchased a new home in Kenwood District of Chicago for $1.65 million (less than asking price). With ALL those Student Loans - Where did he get the money for the property? On the same day Rezko's wife, Rita, BR purchased the adjoining empty lot for full price.The London Times reported that Nadhmi Auchi, an Iraqi-born Billionaire loaned Rezko $3.5 million three weeks before Obama's new home was purchased. Obama met Nadhmi Auchi many times with Rezko. More Baracks history to come.
Posted by: Marwan Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:44 PM
BARACK HISTORY After Columbia, he went to Chicago to work as a Community Organizer for $12,000 a year. Why Chicago? Why not New York? He was already living in New York. By 'chance' he met Antoin 'Tony' Rezko, born in Aleppo Syria, and a real estate developer in Chicago. Rezko has been convicted of fraud and bribery this year. Rezko, was named 'Entrepreneur of the Decade' by the Arab-American Business and Professional Association'. About two years later, Obama entered Harvard Law School. Do you have any idea what tuition is for Harvard Law School? Where did he get the money for Law School? More student loans? After Law school, he went back to Chicago. Rezko offered him a job, which he turned down.But, he did take a job with Davis, Miner, Barnhill & Galland. Guess what? They represented 'Rezar' which is Rezko's firm. More History to come.
Posted by: VBush Location: MHCY on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:37 PM
Is anybody going to vote for the President of The United States based on what Dean Smith says? Who cares.
Posted by: Marwan Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:30 PM
BARACK HISTORY Around 1979 Obama started college at Occidental in California. He is very open about his two years at Occidental, he tried all kinds of drugs and was wasting his time but, even though he had a brilliant mind, did not apply himself to his studies. 'Barry' (that was the name he used all his life) during this time had two roommates, Muhammad Hasan Chandoo and Wahid Hamid, both from Pakistan. During the summer of 1981, after his second year in college, he made a 'round the world' trip. Stopping to see his mother in Indonesia, next Hyderabad in India, three weeks in Karachi, Pakistan where he stayed withhis roommate's family, then off to Africa to visit his father's family. When he came back he started school at Columbia University in New York.It is at this time he wants everyone to call him BARACK not Barry. More history to come.
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:29 PM
To ??? - Not senile, just older and very wise. Go Obama and Coach Smith.
Posted by: George King on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:22 PM
To Chairman of the Bored: My intelligence is insulted everyday living in this present American society! That's OK! I can laugh at dumbocrats and obama supporters. It can be annoying at times, however, having to put up with it. Thank God for the likes of Michelle Malkin, Rush Limbaugh, and others who counter all the bs out there. BTW, I'm on the winning side. NOTHING can change that!!!!
Posted by: Anonymous Location: greenville,blvd on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:18 PM
Anonymous Location: eastern north carolina on Oct 13, 2008 at 05:33 PM i sure hope homer simpson doesn't ever get stuck in easter north carolina with us dummies. __________________________________________ Dude, there isn't any dummies here in E/N/C.just hard working people who needs help. and yes I am a Carolinian, not a dummy.
Posted by: ACE on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:15 PM
OK listen up, felons are going to vote no matter who is running for office. The reason you bring it up now is because Obama is black. You go out of your way to connect black folks with crime. The only crime I see in this election is not about Obama. Now, I can tell YOU that if the shoe fits wear it. "NO I AM NOT BLACK" But I do have respect for my fellow man.
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:14 PM
Tracy Location: NB, tracy, now you know you is another one that had your mind already made up, so why you clowing over dean smith to, he haven't spoken a harsh word toward you, so move on man. I am not trying to upset you in any way,just don't clown on some because their choice of canidate may upset you.
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:09 PM
Chairman of the Board Location: Washington, DC === that was a very good commint.I just hope no one will have a black heart to take you up about calling Mr. dean a terrorist,we sure don't need those kind of people living next door to us. he is a good
Posted by: Steve Location: Greenville on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:08 PM
An awesome coach! An even better Christian man and an example for us all. 3 weeks and counting!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 13, 2008 at 06:00 PM
BD Location: NC << come on, stop showing out, you know you already had your mind made up before Dean Smith endorse Barak Obama, so man stop embarrasing yourself, we feel you. Thanks, oh yea, stay off dean smith.
Posted by: ??? Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 05:53 PM
That poor misguided fool must be getting senile. Even if he was a fair coach, doesnt mean he is intelligent when it comes to choosing a leader for our country.
Posted by: Pal on Oct 13, 2008 at 05:46 PM
traitor!!! What an idiot
Posted by: Anonymous Location: eastern north carolina on Oct 13, 2008 at 05:33 PM
i sure hope homer simpson doesn't ever get stuck in easter north carolina with us dummies
Posted by: BL Location: Greenville on Oct 13, 2008 at 05:19 PM
It seems that MSM (main stream media) has never went in depth about the Palin's affliation w/ the AIP ( Alaska Independent Party). I thought that since they want to succede from the Union then that is an act of sedition (guess that her oath is not to uphold and support the Constitution of the United States). As for John McCain and his "paling" around w/ G. Gordon Liddy(convicted felon) from the Watergate era...who espoused the killing of ATF agents, etc...and people freak because Obama has a first name which is Jewish (oops that will bother some folks), a middle name that has its roots in Palestine( aint that the Holy Land)and a Nigerian last name...good for Dean Smith..this shows his intelligence, his wisdom in seeing through the pavlovian response that comes from laziness, rooted in bigotry, rooted in ignorance...
Posted by: Homer Simpson Location: Springfield on Oct 13, 2008 at 05:08 PM
If I had to look at dead face Mccain for four years I don't know what I would do. People in Eastern NC are some of the dumbest across the nation. A well educated black man that is doing everything right by his family and community just isn't good enough for you. You show who you are by insinuating that he couldn't run the country but a woman that had to go to 7 community colleges to get a Bachelor Degree could do better. Some village in Texas is missing an idiot, as well as trailer parks.
Posted by: Ed Location: Wilson on Oct 13, 2008 at 05:07 PM
I am so sick of all these morons praising Obama...I want him to win so your life will SUCK so much under him you'll be wondering why you were so stupid in the first place. Remember Jimmuh Cartuh?
Posted by: TYPICAL on Oct 13, 2008 at 05:03 PM
Just a typical, liberal Tarheel from Chapel Hill...Would you expect any different?? This doesn't change my view of Dean Smith at all...he has always disgusted me! What a joke!
Posted by: BD Location: NC on Oct 13, 2008 at 04:36 PM
I could agree with you more Alma...I couldn't believe what I was reading....I have always liked Dean Smith but this disappoints me A LOT!! I think it says A LOT about you as a person if you can stand behind someone that has no problem with the murders of innocent babies...(which by the way no TRUE Christian would support!!) among the many other sickening things that Obama supports...This completely changes my opinion of Dean Smith!! MCCAIN/PALIN 08!!
Posted by: AirBorne Ranger Location: Winterville on Oct 13, 2008 at 04:30 PM
Since you didn't air my first post, I guess it was too controversial, let me try again. The people of NC and the U.S. need to look at the record of the candidates. If you want a sizeable tax increase and more of your money going for freebies to the folks who are too lazy to get a job, vote obama! There are jobs out there if you want to work. Dean Smiths' endorsement for obama does not surprise me at all. He also endorsed John Edwards. He is a democrat at the heart and his story got in the paper because he is an icon in NC to some - not all. I wonder if he had endorsed McCain would the story have been at the header of this web page. It's pretty clear where WITN stands. You can edit this or choose not to post it at all, it is your web page.
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 13, 2008 at 04:25 PM
Great news. Three weeks from tomorrow. Go Obama.
Posted by: 0010010010111010100101 Location: Gvillez on Oct 13, 2008 at 04:19 PM
Glad to see Dean is fighting the good fight! All you tractor pulling, co