Bored? I'll proudly go where others won't by asking if anyone else caught Oprah's political push towards Obama with that ridiculous rise & fall (using Marthin Luther King's famous voice inflection as in his, I've Got A Dream?) Why does that woman switch personalities like a chameleon depending on her audience? On her show she sounds white, yet when she's supporting a black president to her black audience she sounds like a Louisiana preacher?

No, this isn't a racist statement, it's an observation. Word to Oprah: Decide who you are and be proud, not fickle.

For the record, I also take issue to people like Eminem who try to act like something they aren't. People keep asking what white vs. black sounds like even though we all know exactly what the person who wrote that means. Some black people have a distinct way of speeking that you can hear over the phone or on the radio but it's certainly not the sound of a color! My next door neighbors are black as coal, but their children are on the honor roll and they make us look like white trash next to their immaculate home and educated speech. They're better groomed than I'll ever be, and I sound like a moron mumbling with words like uhhuh, gotta, spoze to, shoulda, etc.

How is it Oprah's fault that people are dumb? Can't feel sorry for followers.

I don't feel sorry for them, those people have the potential to destroy our country even more. It's a ploy just to get votes, the candidates KNOW that people will vote for them because some celebrity says they're voting for them, whether it's Oprah or King Kong, it's still wrong. It's wrong for the celebrity and it's wrong for the candidate, to take advantage of the ignorant people. I would rather win knowing people voted for me because they know what I'm about and want that.

As far as talking black, i don't know what to tell you on that. I think you're beating a dead horse, because I doubt very seriously you're going to get an answer to than one.

Why take issue w/Eninem? How is he acted like something he isn't? He grew up in a trailer park in Detroit. I have been to the Detroit and 8 mile road. I'm confused are you saying a white male shouldn't rap. Should Cowboy Troy not sing country?

If you heard me talk you wouldn't know what race I was or where I am from. Over the phone or radio can you also tell the difference Asians, Latinos, and European Americans as well?

Why are you seem surprised your black neighbors kids are on the honor roll and are educated? What does the their complexion have to do with anything? Black as coal?

I guess where we are from helps use to form some of our opinions. I keep wondering where you are from. Either way that's not an excuse either. I am from the south and grew up in the country, but I know there is a world outside of NC.

I don't even know why I clicked on this thread. I had a feeling it was going to be something ignorant. What is talking white? talking black? There is definitely some real ignorance in this thread. And no I am not defending Oprah b/c I am black. I am speaking up against ignorance. Just b/c Oprah supports Obama doesn't mean she's doing it b/c he's black. I can bet none of us in this thread know Oprah. So, does Elizabeth Hasslebitch support Bush b/c he's white.

And I guess my lack of ebonics means I am typing white. That's some real bullshit. And let me follow suit, I'm not racist by the way.

I clicked to read some of the answers.... but I totally agree, I thought, I don't know why........ it was going to be an ignorant thread.... thank you.

I don't feel sorry for them, those people have the potential to destroy our country even more. It's a ploy just to get votes, the candidates KNOW that people will vote for them because some celebrity says they're voting for them, whether it's Oprah or King Kong, it's still wrong. It's wrong for the celebrity and it's wrong for the candidate, to take advantage of the ignorant people. I would rather win knowing people voted for me because they know what I'm about and want that.

As far as talking black, i don't know what to tell you on that. I think you're beating a dead horse, because I doubt very seriously you're going to get an answer to than one.

What makes it wrong? Should Montell Williams, Michael J. Foxx, Magic Johnson, Maurice Bernard, Tamia, Carnie Wilson, Muhammad Ali also not talk about their medical conditions? or should people like Susan Surrandon, Oprah, Julia Roberts, Bono etc not use their celebrity for things they believe in like fighting injustices in the world? I think they should spread the word about things they believe in whether we agree w/them or not.

Why not use their celebrity (fame)?

What makes it wrong? Should Montell Williams, Michael J. Foxx, Magic Johnson, Maurice Bernard, Tamia, Carnie Wilson, Muhammad Ali also not talk about their medical conditions? or should people like Susan Surrandon, Oprah, Julia Roberts, Bono etc not use their celebrity for things they believe in like fighting injustices in the world? I think they should spread the word about things they believe in whether we agree w/them or not.

Why not use their celebrity (fame)?

You're right. I guess I am putting more of the blame on the celebrities than I actually should. People should speak out for what they believe in. I just think it's wrong to vote for someone just because someone else is, no matter who it is. And in the end, that lays on the general publics shoulder to use our voting privileges the right way. People shouldn't let a celebrity or anyone else sway their vote just because of who they are.

Celebrities have the same right as anyone else to publicly support a political candidate. In the case of Oprah, I am sure she is putting her money where her mouth is. I say she has about a 50/50 chance of turning people on or off. Celebrities get attention and that is what a political campaign is all about. Newspapers, businesses, religious groups, special interest groups and other politicians endorse candidates, so I think a voter, whether or not they are famous, has every right to do the same.

Intelligence is not a requirement for voting, only being of age and a citizen. People have all kinds of different reasons for voting for one candidate or another. Not all of them are based on the candidate themselves. Besides they lie so much, what difference does it make why one would vote for any particulare candidate.

Celebrities have the same right as anyone else to publicly support a political candidate. In the case of Oprah, I am sure she is putting her money where her mouth is. I say she has about a 50/50 chance of turning people on or off. Celebrities get attention and that is what a political campaign is all about. Newspapers, businesses, religious groups, special interest groups and other politicians endorse candidates, so I think a voter, whether or not they are famous, has every right to do the same.

Intelligence is not a requirement for voting, only being of age and a citizen. People have all kinds of different reasons for voting for one candidate or another. Not all of them are based on the candidate themselves. Besides they lie so much, what difference does it make why one would vote for any particulare candidate.

ITA. People vote for the wrong reasons every day. Hell, many people that vote just vote party-line, and don't even look to see if they agree with the candidate. That's not any better than voting just because you like a celebrity.

For the record, I also take issue to people like Eminem who try to act like something they aren't. People keep asking what white vs. black sounds like even though we all know exactly what the person who wrote that means. Some black people have a distinct way of speeking that you can hear over the phone or on the radio but it's certainly not the sound of a color! My next door neighbors are black as coal, but their children are on the honor roll and they make us look like white trash next to their immaculate home and educated speech. They're better groomed than I'll ever be, and I sound like a moron mumbling with words like uhhuh, gotta, spoze to, shoulda, etc.

Ok - don't pick on Eminem. He has always talked like that.

ITA. People vote for the wrong reasons every day. Hell, many people that vote just vote party-line, and don't even look to see if they agree with the candidate. That's not any better than voting just because you like a celebrity.

What about all those people who thought they were voting for Bush Sr.? :whoo:

And BTW I have to look up every acronym you use, Lauren, so I definitely learn from you.

For the record, I also take issue to people like Eminem who try to act like something they aren't. People keep asking what white vs. black sounds like even though we all know exactly what the person who wrote that means. Some black people have a distinct way of speeking that you can hear over the phone or on the radio but it's certainly not the sound of a color! My next door neighbors are black as coal, but their children are on the honor roll and they make us look like white trash next to their immaculate home and educated speech. They're better groomed than I'll ever be, and I sound like a moron mumbling with words like uhhuh, gotta, spoze to, shoulda, etc.

If you've ever been to Detroit, you would understand why Eminem talks the way that he does. It's no different than growing up in NYC. NYC is separated by money more than by race. Therefore, people of all races tend to hang together in the hood. When I worked in customer service, I would actually get callers that would say, "thank goodness, I found someone who isn't Black to talk to." LOL. Sometimes they said things that were even worse.

You are wrong about that. I'm white and I'm offended by many of the posts in this thread. I have a feeling that you don't even know how ignorant your post is.

I have a feeling you don't even know how much of an hypocrit you are for saying so. Touche. Like I said it was my opinion, you don't have to like it.

So, does Elizabeth Hasslebitch support Bush b/c he's white.

Yikes, I hope I didn't offend. All I was talking about was accents, not anything to do with white, black, blue or any other "color". :phanvan

I had to laugh at the "Elizabeth Hasslebitch." There's one I can't stand! Let's talk about her for a while! :heh:

What I find offensive is that Obama thinks that just because Oprah "endorses" him that he'll get more votes, and what is even more offensive that he will just because of her. Why do they need to get celebrity endorsements? I'm sure it has nothing to do with them thinking the American people are too stupid to make up their own minds huh?

It's not offensive (IMO), it's good politicking.

There is a very valid phenomenon that happens when Oprah is involved. It has been nicknamed "The Oprah Boost." It happens with music, clothing, books in particular, and even politics. When Oprah endorses it, even implicitly, its popularity goes up - whatever it of the week may be. Even Bush.

It is sad that people flock behind a celebrity, but it happens. I don't find it offensive because it's our media imposed human nature.

It's really no different from the use of celebrities in commercials. It's all about manipulation, and the fact that by and large, we allow ourselves to be manipulated. Celebrity involvement - provided the right celebrity - usually equates to success, whether success is money, popularity, advertisement - whatever. Look at what the Pepsi commercials of the 80s did for a virtually dead company. They brought celebrities into their commercials, that was the only thing they did differently, and relatively overnight they went from borderlining financial ruin to the #1 cola product.

Also consider the demographic Obama is after, and the demographic that makes up a large percentage of Oprah's target audience.

It's a smart move on his behalf.

yeah i think hasslebitch supports everything white and conservative ...but i have to agree that oprah throws in her support with african americans ...