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Hillary Clinton Wants America To Be America Again, With Service and Opportunity

April 27th, 2008

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crowds line in to see Hillary Clinton in Wilmington, NC

Crowds line up to see Hillary Clinton speak, two hours ahead of her scheduled speech in Wilmington, NC.

photo 21; Hillary Clinton speaking in front of the crowd in Wilmington, NC

Hundreds of local and out-of-state residents came to see Senator Hillary Clinton speak in Wilmington, NC on a beautiful evening by the historic riverfront area in front of the Cape Fear River and the USS North Carolina. Before Clinton spoke, Senator Julia Boseman, who represents the New Hanover County district and is also a out politician, warmed up the crowd. Clinton dressed in Carolina blue not showing signs of wear, kicked off her hour and a half speech with, “Just another night in paradise in Wilmington, North Carolina!” to cheers from the loving crowd.

“Because you’re going to be able to make your decisions on May 6th as to what kind of country we want, and what kind of leader we need,” encouraged the North Carolina crowd to vote. She told the crowd she wants to be held accountable, and to rebuilt accountability in the White House. “This is truly about transforming our country and making sure our government once again does what it must do to regenerate that spirit of America that is truly our birthright,” Clinton said to why she is running to be the next President of the United States.

“We have throughout history, giving hope to the hopeless, and voice to the voiceless…and I believe with all my heart we can do it together,” she encouraged the attentive crowd.

Clinton touched on wanting to have a Declaration of Energy Independence from those we are dependent on from oil-producing countries; our relationship with China as well as her experience of standing up to China, ending No Child Left Behind and ending the Bush war on science and human development. Clinton encouraged scientific research for global warming, and Hillary vowed to sign a bill that would include ethical stem cell research in America.

Clinton also covered topics such as universal health care, getting the troops home safe in Iraq, including taking care of the troops after their return home. Clinton offered praise for the troops, but stressed how the political mission has failed. Clinton spoke passionately about being optimistic and excited about the future. “All we have to do is have to start acting like Americans again. That’s all we have to do. We are the people who can solve any problem, we are the people who can face any challenge and seize any opportunity.”

Clinton touched on wanting to make college affordable, as well as wanting to have public service as a option for forgiving college debt. Clinton wants to encourage the creative input of the youth again in the economy, as well as wanting a green revolution in North Carolina and everywhere.

Clinton closed out her rally by challenging her opponent, Senator Barack Obama, to a no moderator, old-fashioned style debate. “I am very very regretful that my opponent will not agree to a debate in North Carolina, because I think these issues are worth debating, and, you know, the other day he turned down the debate that I agreed to here in North Carolina. 20,000 people had already emailed in for tickets there was that much interest. So, he said no, he wouldn’t do it, and I know his supporters say, well they did like the last debate in Philadelphia, the questions were kind of mean and they were sort of tough,” she said. “You know, I’ve got to say, tough questions in a debate is nothing like the tough decisions you’ve got to make in the White House.”

photo 19; Hillary Clinton speaking in front of the crowd in Wilmington, NC

“I think that this state deserves a debate. So here’s what I’m offering. How about this — no moderators, just the two of us on a stage for 90 minutes asking each other questions, talking about whatever’s on our minds, just like the Lincoln-Douglas debates, and I think, you know, we could even do it on the back of a flatbed truck, doesn’t even have to be in some fancy studio somewhere. You can tell I’m having so much fun in this campaign.”

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9 Responses to “Hillary Clinton Wants America To Be America Again, With Service and Opportunity”

Stwrongtone Media Says:
April 28th, 2008 at 7:51 am
Great photos!
Patty S Says:
April 28th, 2008 at 1:48 pm
Awesome photos and a great article.
Rodney Says:
April 28th, 2008 at 2:24 pm
I read the blog, don’t see a word in it about gay and lesbian issues.

I really don’t think that the “don’t ask, don’t tell” family will advance any LGBT goals. Sorry to conflate Hillary and Bill, but he will be around to “advise and warn”. The Clintons caved in in the 90s, why shouldn’t they betray their gay and lesbian supporters again?

There are some great women who would make great presidents. Hillary isn’t one of them.
Hako Says:
April 28th, 2008 at 3:47 pm
We have been saying all along the the Republicans were going to tear
holes in Obama, and it already started. That’s why Hillary is the
better candidate against McCain. Hillary is gaining strength every
week for a good reason. The Obama “wave” has crested, and voters have
their feet planted more firmly on the ground. Hillary has very
detailed, common sense solutions to the key issues of jobs, Trade,
the environment, veteran’s rights, the economy and health care. Her
energy, clarity of thought and commitment are unequalled by either
Obama or McCain. She can run rings around McCain and Obama, and
voters are beginning to notice.
Sophia Says:
April 28th, 2008 at 4:06 pm
“Rodney Says:
April 28th, 2008 at 2:24 pm
I read the blog, don’t see a word in it about gay and lesbian issues.”

Have you checked Hillaryclinton.com under issues?
Janis Says:
April 28th, 2008 at 4:44 pm
FWIW, she’s said publicly that DADT doesn’t work, and that she’s eager to get rid of it. There’s no predicting the future, but I think her chances of getting rid of DADT are higher than her husband’s were. I’m also gunshy about LGBT rights through seeing those issues cut loose when they become inconvenient, but I’m willing to give Hillary more of a chance than anyone else running to do so.

McCain’s not going to go near it, and Obama’s been too wishy-washy about his stance on gay rights. I think Hillary will do what she always does: go into the problem, study and learn as much as she can, and then deal with it.

There isn’t a single person running for president who is more ware of the importance of the LBGT community to their campaign, is what it comes down to.
shawna Says:
April 28th, 2008 at 5:10 pm
Awesome coverage & photos–better than our local news stations did!
Jeff-NYC Says:
April 28th, 2008 at 7:40 pm
Those of you that think Hillary is overlooking the gay community, could never be more wrong about that. Trust me. She’s dedicated to LGBT and betrayal isn’t part of the equation. To be honest, she has undergone some harsh scrutiny over her continued support for gays but she’ll never let us down. I’m quite sure of that….and also before u assume that Bill will pressure Hillary to throw us gays under the bus…… that’s obsurd. His primary focus and activities for several years and counting is his work on HIV-AIDS. So dont sell yourself short of the truth and mislead others in the process. I’d like to direct you to a few things. Please check them out before you decide.. Check out my page and the videos at the top right especially.!!

http://www.myspace.com/ifeelbeats

God Bless Everyone.
Jeff
Uma Says:
April 29th, 2008 at 12:57 am
I don’t think Elton John would be such a staunch and vocal supporter of Hillary’s if he felt she would not stand up for LGBT. I am ready for Madame President!