She Speaks and We Listen

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Click here to listen to Oprah's inspired speech in support of Barack Obama, this past weekend in Iowa.

And click here to watch part two of the long and inspiring speech!

Posted: Dec 9, 2007 at 3:27 pm / Email this »

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one says – reply to this

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#1
freedom from religion says – reply to this

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9th!
Mrs.Perez says – reply to this

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He will never won!!!!
daa says – reply to this

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my nipples are sour…first
you know says – reply to this

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first!
daa@hot says – reply to this

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tug at my penis!!
i love oprah! says – reply to this

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OBAMA '08!!!!!!!!!!!
japi says – reply to this

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first?
alyssa says – reply to this

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Yo. I was there! I love iowa! Its not like everyone thinks, its the same as minniapolis.

YAY

add my on the space! (it wont let me type it correctly on here so figure this out.)

the space and then my url is lovelyritaa.

My photography website.

xoxoxo
Steph says – reply to this

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If Oprah can get millions to buy a pair of ugly ass sunglasses she thinks are cool, then she most definitely will help out Barak's campaign….
cinzano says – reply to this

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first
Liah Terkie says – reply to this

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YOU ARE A FAT LOW LIFE PEREZ
Stop talking smack about britney
she is awesome and you wish you could be as thin as her
jabba
sher says – reply to this

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first!!
ranae says – reply to this

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fuck Oprah, when did she become black, she usually cornrows her hair when she wants to be black….We don't ever acknowledge her in the black community, she is just another,O.J,,,Tyra…or Whoopi to us
Ava says – reply to this

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First!
Anon says – reply to this

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#30th I have a feeling that even oprah will not be able to get a black man into the white house
Ambie says – reply to this

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Oprah's a bitch……14th????
denishabaybee says – reply to this

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6th!!!
mutilated says – reply to this

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fuck oprah.
Ava says – reply to this

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FUCK anyone who talks badly about Perez. Keep talking Perez, because we wanna hear more!
mmm says – reply to this

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fuck her & fuck him.

they both suck.
t says – reply to this

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celebrities should not be using their power to convince small-minded morons who will vote for anyone who their "idols" are supporting..and she knows exactly what she's doing..it's especially obnoxious to see oprah giving away tickets to her show for those supporting obama. give me a break, celebrity dictators…
amber says – reply to this

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this is dumb who is oprah telling me who to vote for!!
voter says – reply to this

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Oprah's agenda has nothing to do with that which is best for this country. Oprah just wants to see an african-American finally get into the White House, AND, she wants to be able to say that she helped put him there. People who allow a talk show host to decide their presidential vote are too ignorant to deserve living in a country as great as America. Barack Obama will never be President and that, my friends, is an undisputable fact. You don't have to believe me. Just wait until 2008 and see for yourself. His campaign is a tragic waste of millions of dollars that could be better spent elsewhere.
Do some research on their platforms America, not just who is endorsed the most! says – reply to this

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Obama's not bad, but RICHARDSON is where it's at.
Hmmm.. says – reply to this

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She thinks she's MLK Jr.a
Wolfie says – reply to this

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VIVA LA HILLARY
LEONa'$ GHO$T, yep, gotta admit, BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER BITCHES!!! says – reply to this

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Let's get REAL–Oprah would support FLAVA FLAV for President, with OJ SIMPSON as his running mate. Kisses all around the town, with a special nod to SUGARBOOTS! LEONA
MATT says – reply to this

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I HAVE LOST ALL RESPECT FOR OPRAH! OBAMA IS AN IDIOT IF YOU LISTEN TO HIM DISCUSS POLITICAL ISSUES….I call him an Idiot because many call our current President a FOOL which I also agree with but Obama is NOT A STEP UP he's a step DOWN….Oprah is only backing him because he is identified as BLACK. OBAMA IS NOT THE RIGHT MAN and now I hope all see that…..Oprah this is SAD!!!!
Nobody Cares about O and O says – reply to this

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Nobody gives a duck about O or O in Iowa. RON P A U L wins here.
jeezlouise says – reply to this

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Re: voter – Hopefully evryone that votes also sees through her transparent attempt at ultimate "black power"
Ta says – reply to this

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I love Oprah and Obama. The are great and Obama has the best, well thought out plans for our country.

Also, for #14 Fuck you, Yes black people do love Oprah you jerk. There are all types of black people, just like there are all types of white people, all types of Asian people, & all types other people too. So speak for yourself not us as a whole.
7 Helens agree says – reply to this

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Re: t – you rock t
cdubz says – reply to this

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Re: voter – obama is the best, and i think we is whats best for the country. the middle n south need to get their head out of their asses and wake up! They are the ones that got us into all of this mess we ave been in for the last 7 yrs so they need to shut up
penguin says – reply to this

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everyone must know that OBAMA is MUSLIM!!!
DONT WASTE THE VOTE says – reply to this

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READ # 24 READ # 24 READ # 24
Grace E. says – reply to this

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Current Clinton campaign is still using Sandy Berger who was the security advisor for President Clinton who was convicted of stealing and destroying documents and US history about terrorists from the National Archives. SCARY!
Perez Is Spot On says – reply to this

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Thanks so much for bringing attention to Obama. He is truly the candidate for those who want a decent and electable Democrat. You should also be posting stories negative of Hillary. We must clarify that the Clintons did NOTHING for this country and anyone who things otherwise has been duped. Bush and Clintons are one and the same.
Hillary Sucks says – reply to this

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After seeing what Bill and Hillary did to all the women who came forward about Bill's sexual harassment, I am shocked that anyone votes for them. They not only did not apologize, they actively destroyed these women and their reputations. They are disgusting. They are also hiding info from the Clinton presidency? WTF?! There is totally something to hide. Why are we not talking about that?
u r a loser says – reply to this

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Re: ranae –

Oprah represents black people very well. By your ignorant comments i bet you are a bling bling black person…hahaha Black people always hate successful Black People, unless they "keep it real" and say the N word, and act ghetto…LOL..
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And im not even black and know this.
Beth says – reply to this

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I can tell who the democrats are, they can't spell. You can forget Obama and as far as Oprah goes, I liked her better before she became Jesus. She should stick to housewives. Owning your own show and having billions doesn't add IQ points. Obama is lazy and does nothing in the U.S. Senate just like he did nothing when he was in Illinois state politics. If you think he has a chance you probably think Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton were great presidents, too.
sk says – reply to this

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Re: voter – I agree. She probably doesn't know or even care what he is standing for. The only reason she is putting her money out there is because he is black.
Victoria says – reply to this

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The guy won't even sing the National Anthem or wear a USA flag pin WTF….yeah he really should become president Ha!
yikes says – reply to this

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Re: Beth – You sound so dumb. Someone who was editor in chief of the Harvard Law Review is clearly not lazy. Just out of curiosity, where are you from and did you graduate high school?
xoxo says – reply to this

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Ya! Last time she endorsed a black doctor and it turned out he isn't certified and killed Kayne's mom. Oprah isn't always right.
Ashley says – reply to this

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It's one thing to form your own political opinion and THEN agree with Oprah on her choice. It's another thing to be a mindless drone who anxiously awaits Oprah's word on where she stands. Let's all think for ourselves. She's putting her name on the line for the first time to support a BLACK candidate. Hmmm….does this really have anything to do with where he stands on political issues? Maybe. Probably not.
richnhot says – reply to this

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Racist Oprah! I feel so desperately sorry for Mrs. Obama when the "O" is around. She becomes a total nonentity as her husband is pawed and fawned over.
DR ANHALT VON BOESINGDURDENHOFFER, WHO IS ONCE AGAIN ABLE TO PRACTISE ON THE ZURICHSEE says – reply to this

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HE'S THE ONLY MAN WHO CAN MAKE OPRAH WET "DOWN THERE." INDEED, GAYLE HAS BEEN IN A CATATONIC STATE THESE PAST SEVERAL DAYS. STEDMAN OF COURSE COULDN'T CARE LESS–OPRAH'S TRIPS ARE JUST GIVING HIM MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO PRACTICE HIS "TIPPITY TAP RAP."
KL says – reply to this

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Perez and Oprah I know you have your right to campaign for your political choice but still NOT voting for him.
Liz Bowers says – reply to this

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As much as I like to watch Oprah, I think she is the epitomy of a racist. If Obama were white, would she be supporting him? Get with the program Oprah….support the woman in this race for pres!!! There will not, in the near future, be a black man in the driver's seat…just a fact. I am from Canada and am just sitting back watchin' ya'll. Oprah, you are using your power in the wrong direction…….
RJII says – reply to this

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obama is a PERSON running for president. why define him as a black man first and foremost.

Americans are so small minded. we derserve everything going wrong in this country.
S says – reply to this

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I love how Obama is considered black when he's also 50% white and was raised by his white grandparents when his black dad abandoned him and went back to Africa and his 10 wives there. That's what pisses me off about him.
Casey says – reply to this

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Re: Liz Bowers – A woman who destroyed the lives of other women and set back the report of sexual harassment and abuse? Gimme a break. Hillary as a some womens rights figure is a joke. Wait and support a truly inspirational women, not this snake. Obama is the way to vote for progress.
Gwen says – reply to this

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When Oprah speaks, I reach for the remote control.
Nubian Goddess In A Pucci Dress says – reply to this

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When Oprah loses the amount of weight this skinny bastard weighs, which is 102 pounds, only then can she approach looking as good as I do in my vintage Pucci wardrobe.
fuck you says – reply to this

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Re: Liz Bowers –

Hey stfu..what the hell do you know..You're a LOSER canuck…Go date your mountain men..
Tess says – reply to this

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Guys, RON PAUL is our only hope!
Dana says – reply to this

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So, I am supposed to vote for Obama because Oprah says so. Umm, I THINK NOT!! Following her lead on book selections and the next president of the US are totally different and opposite things. She is not that influential and he (Obama) is making a mistake. Just because she gives gifts to a bunch of white woman doesn't mean they are going to follow her to the ends of the earth. This is the next President of the United States. We have one idiot if the office for 8 years - we need to take the next one SERIOUSLY.
Vermont says – reply to this

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Why does anyone think any of us need some entertainment celebrity telling us who to vote for? I have a brain and can make political decisions very well without the help of a talk show host, actor, singer, or any other famous person who feels the need to guide the poor helpless stupid masses. They can keep all their opinions to themselves. I don't need their help.
Obama will be dem nominee says – reply to this

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Now tied with hillary in iowa, NH, and Sc the first 3 primary elections. His numbers keep moving up while Hillary's keep moving down.
vegasdiva says – reply to this

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I'm so sick of this blowhard bitch. Who the fuck does she think she is? She thinks that whatever she says is the only thing that matters…I wish she would go the fuck away…such a fucking narcissist.
Grace E. says – reply to this

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To caste a vote for Barack Obama as a black person would be the first time in history for a black person to vote for a blackman to be President of the United States. This is history ladies and gentleman. American history. Do not waste your vote for sure
Your IQ is what???? says – reply to this

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It's just as stupid and shallow and -ist to vote for a woman just because she's a woman as to vote for a black just because he's black. What a waste of votes cast for nothings…we have an enemy inside our gates, and we care about skin color or gender? Either of those two flip-flopping weenies will cower as Iran takes us over.
Go Hilary! says – reply to this

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I HATE when celebrities start putting their noses in business they know nothing about. Oprah should keep her trap shut and stop trying to be something she's not. She's just supporting the guy because he's black (and I'm not against a black president). If he was white, she wouldn't give a fuck. There's something shady about him - he's too slick.
piazzasbutttplug says – reply to this

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Google "Obama" and "Tony Rezko".
IOWA FOR RON PAUL says – reply to this

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I am from Iowa… people from Iowa.. the ones who will be voting… PEOPLE WANT RON PAUL here. Obama is a joke and nobody wants Hillary because — well, the Clintons had their chance at healthcare and all of that… they didn't do SQUAT. Why would we want to give them another chance to do nothing. Iowa wants RON PAUL for 2008. HANDS DOWN. Dems are not the majority here.
rando says – reply to this

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Re: ranae – go to hell and stay there…which blacks are u speaking for house negro? Oh wait I forgot…half you nitwits aren't old enough to vote anyway…Perez put an age limit on this comment thingy!
T says – reply to this

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Re: ranae –

Oprah is part of a global community and she represents that very well. Yes she is black but we should be past that she is a human and one who is doing a lot for the world. I thought the speech was very inspiring. She speaks in a way that appeals to all people.
Lamb Chop says – reply to this

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Re: Vermont – BRAVO - very well said and I completely agree!
puppies are soft! says – reply to this

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Isn't there a cotton field that needs a pickin'?
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Oprah is a CON ARTIST! Let us not forget of "Ape-rah's" past as a promiscuous YOUNG teenager who was "supposedly" raped…this alleged "circumstance/rape" was never verified legally - at least not to the public arena!…"her" story was just accepted because she vocalized it - she victimized herself in order to be accepted by the sympathetic viewing public. I personally think the persona she's CREATED for herself is completely fabricated…especially since she promotes herself as this ethical and moral standard that all should aspire to. She promotes segregation, publicly abuses and exploits the needy, and associates with those whom she can use to propel herself ahead in all aspects of her livelihood!!!
Phillip Brand says – reply to this

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Great speech!

But Colbert's muh man.
puppies are soft! says – reply to this

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Isn't there a cotton field that needs a pickin'?
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Oprah is a CON ARTIST! Let us not forget of "Ape-rah's" past as a promiscuous YOUNG teenager who was "supposedly" raped…this alleged "circumstance/rape" was never verified legally - at least not to the public arena!…"her" story was just accepted because she vocalized it - she victimized herself in order to be accepted by the sympathetic viewing public. I personally think the persona she's CREATED for herself is completely fabricated…especially since she promotes herself as this ethical and moral standard that all should aspire to. She promotes segregation, publicly abuses and exploits the needy, and associates with those whom she can use to propel herself ahead in all aspects of her livelihood!!!
The One says – reply to this

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WoW from the decriptions, it really sounds like Perez wants to drop to his knees for Osama oops i mean Obama. Oprah can run around try to single out Obama has a black candidate, its not like black people actually vote.
African Obamite says – reply to this

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Re: S – go Obama!! Africans for America. Africans rule…we are coming to get ours…you are all going to be working in the plantations
Truth says – reply to this

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If Perez actually cared about this country he would be highlighting Ron Pauls amazing background and qualifications for presidency. Ron Paul is our only hope for restoring America.
DIDO says – reply to this

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t says – reply to this

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Re: Vermont –

You don't need their help but other people need to become more aware. Millions of people vote without educating themselves on the issues and people at hand.

I honestly can't believe how stupid most of these comments are. People need to get past the fact that he is black and so is she. This is such a clear indication of the fact that people still think skin colour is everything. I think she can like him because of more than his skin. As a talk show host I think it's great that she's putting her power to use and raising much needed awareness.
peggy says – reply to this

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I thought it was just me who hated this bitch. She is the most racist person in the media today and has been for years. The problem is I found out much too late. I'm one of those stupid women who made her rich. B.O. needs someone other than Windbag to endorse him. #24, you rock.
mike says – reply to this

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OPRAH IS A RACIST! SHE ONLY SUPPORTS HIM CUZ HE'S BLACK!!!
gabby says – reply to this

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this women gets where shit wouldnt , what the hell does she have to do with everything , she only gets one vote like everyone else , but knows for a fact her legions will say how high when she says jump , what happened to senetors fighting there OWN cause , pfft makes me sick and i really liked obama !
BD says – reply to this

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ashley says – reply to this

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you mean inspiring. cmon perez
Obama's Wife says – reply to this

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I CAN'T BE THE ONLY ONE WHO THINKS OPRAH LOOKS LIKE A GORILLA WITH A BAD WEAVE.
MikeF says – reply to this

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I think its disgusting… Oprah already tries to play God on her stupid talk show, and now she decides she will get a candidate elected because of the colour of his skin. I usually keep my opinion of her to myself, but enough is enough. Go enjoy your billions O and keep of out politics.
puppies are soft says – reply to this

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…and another thing (or two) about "Ape-rah"…I think it's freakin' hilarious that so many people consider Ape-rah to be "beautiful/attractive/gorgeous/etc"….when in reality - they've had a few decades of looking at her FUGLY mug and now they've just become "numb" to how fucking ugly she looks…we all know that if she wasn't as rich as she is, no one in their right mind would consider her to be "beautiful/attractive/gorgeous/etc"!!!…and I ALSO love that Ape-rah can tell a high quality fabric (ie. thread-count, plush, soft, etc)…we'll DUH?!…like that's "news" coming from a "cotton picker"! HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA!!!!!
i love christian bale says – reply to this

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how can anyone that is halfway intelligent vote for someone who will not sing the national anthem, or raise his hand out of respect to the pledge, or wear an American flag? Even if you are not happy with the war in Iraq- if we get a leader in here that has as little national support for our nation, how do you think he will handle terrorists who are SALIVATING to get in to out country to KILL US, INNOCENT PEOPLE? If he gets into the oval office it will be the worst 4 yr in the history of our nation.
jess says – reply to this

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why doesn't Oprah just run for president?

lol

i'm rooting for obama still though.
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mutilated says – reply to this

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Re: Perez Is Spot On – get a life, HILARY is running, not BILL. don't judge the wife by the husband, moron.
kd07 says – reply to this

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what does it mean to be black?
lolo says – reply to this

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HILLARY 4 LIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Peace says – reply to this

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Apparently no one below has any INTELLIGENT opinions on this video, not surprising as many of you are American. That is probably why you elect the presidents you do…and unfortunately this lack of intelligence has resulted in many dead american soldiers for a war your president can't justify. I hope that you all make informed decisions the next time you vote.
Solaera says – reply to this

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Fuck celebrity endorsements. I don't give a flying fuck what any celebrity thinks on any topic, much less politics. Oprah is not the worst, at least she is educated, which is more than I can say for the majority of celebrity hypocrites who flap their jaws like they know what they're talking about. These people are so out of touch with the majority it is laughable.
Christine says – reply to this

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The quotes below are from Obama’s book, “Dreams of My Father”;
Although Obama spent various portions of his youth living with his white maternal grandfather and Indonesian stepfather, he vowed that he would “never emulate white men and brown men whose fates didn’t speak to my own. It was into my father’s image, the black man, son of Africa, that I’d packed all the attributes I sought in myself, the attributes of Martin and Malcolm, DuBois and Mandela.”
This is from “Audacity of Hope”;
“There were enough of us on campus to constitute a tribe, and when it came to hanging out many of us chose to function like a tribe, staying close together, traveling in packs,” he wrote. “It remained necessary to prove which side you were on, to show your loyalty to the black masses, to strike out and name names.”
From “Dreams”;
“The emotion between the races could never be pure,” “Even love was tarnished by the desire to find in the other some element that was missing in ourselves. Whether we sought out our demons or salvation, the other race would always remain just that: menacing, alien, and apart.”
“There was something about him that made me wary,” Obama wrote. “A little too sure of himself, maybe. And white”
I wonder how many have read his books?
Does this sound like a man who should be the president of America?
The president of blacks AND whites??
Buck says – reply to this

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Fuck Oprah and Obama. They are both low lifes. Ron Paul is the only way to vote.
Christine says – reply to this

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#24 - A-fucking-men!!!
Oprah is an Idiot says – reply to this

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SHE IS SUCH A RACIST!
tang says – reply to this

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whoooooo CANADA!
robert says – reply to this

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god, that woman contradicted herself so many times it was hilarious
"i'm not here to tell you what to think"
"i'm here to tell you obama is the man this country needs"
would she be endorsing him so kindly if he was puerto rican or mexican???? this is not about what is best for america, this is just oprah endorsing a brother with the same skin colour.

celebrities with popular book clubs should be banned from telling people what to think, and people who are as fickle as to listen to them should be banned from voting, cause obviously they have no real interest in politics.