Ron Paul said it: Let's peel off the Obama backers. Engage the Obamites!
Posted June 8th, 2008 by meforronp
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Yesterday, I was at a local gathering of people and vendors at an annual event. I had seen Dr. Paul earlier on C-Span speaking to the FFF (Future of Freedom Foundation). When asked about Obama, he said that our role should be to 'peel them [e.g., young supporters) off' for our movement.
So, I approached the Obama kiosk of about 7-8 people. I asked, 'What kind of change is Obama for?". A young kid said, "The good kind". I told them that I was a Ron Paul supporter. The kid said that he had no problem with him.
Another young supporter engaged me. She thought that Ron Paul was 'very right' (opposite of left). When I pointed out that he was against the war, she agreed. When she said that he was against the income tax, I asked her if she wanted to pay income tax. She said, 'Yes. As long as it goes towards the things around us'. I explained that probably was not the case given the Federal Reserve system. She gave me literature (which I said that I would read) and her card to e-mail her (which I plan to do). They were very kind.
As I walked through the rest of the displays, I read the information. In short, Obama appears to want to do good things, but the money is the issue. Since my bike was back where I started walking, I returned past the Obama kiosk. I said, 'Please let me know if I am too argumentative, but where is this money going to come from?". A nice woman said, 'By saving money from the war". We agreed on that, but, of course, Ron Paul is for reducing spending also. I said, 'Where is the money for proposed increases in Pell Grants (about $4,000 to $5,000), U.N. involvement ($20 billion), and refugee assistance ($2 billion) going to come from?'. She said that Obama wants to engage other leaders through platforms like the U.N. We agreed on the need to talk to other leaders also, but I pointed out that agencies such as the U.N. and NATO are used as mouthpieces for other countries--and for us to get our way sometimes--but that the money simply is not there.
When we discussed the war, we agreed again, but she had to ask someone else whether Obama voted for the supplements to support the Iraq War (e.g., the $87 billion one). Someone said something about him supporting the bill, but not the amendment. I have to admit ignorance on what that means (although I would like to be enlightened), but pointed out that it is illogical to be against the war and support it financially.
Finally, I discussed the importance of sound money, without being conspiratorial. I mentioned that the Federal Reserve lowering of rates really is creating money that we do not have. She seemed to take in the information, but only responded that Obama was the reason that she became engaged in politics. She pointed out how impressive of a campaign he has run, especially as an African American, to bring together so many different people. She talked about his ability, as a community organizer, to get people to work together. I conceded (to the previous girl who was not around the second time) that he seemed like a good man and an excellent orator and listened to her perspective with respect. I gave her the last word, thanked her for her time, and left. I think that it was an excellent exchange that, hopefully, planted some seeds.
The moral of the story (for me) is that we engage the Obama supporters. I am convinced that his support will wane somewhat between now and November given the fever pitch of his supporters and the coming scrutiny of his policies. Ron Paul is so brilliant. I do not know if even he is aware of it, but it just goes to show how humility and truth are the hallmarks of wisdom. Let's continue to support Ron Paul and the 'Revolution' come what may. I believe that things can change because the cream rises to the top. Thank you, Ron Paul, Daily Paul (e.g., Michael Nystrom), and everyone doing more than me for life and liberty in these United States.
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My entire family supports
My entire family supports Ron Paul now. Two years ago, they thought I was a nut. Many of my friends at least respect, if not support, the ideas of the good doctor and our liberty movement. Education is the key folks. The elites have tried to dumb down this country but talking to fellow citizens as equals and educating them is the key. They still do have some common sense and will find the way. Don't hammer the 9/11 Truth and that kind of stuff. Start simple. The two parties are broke, they've created our problems and then I get into who is really running things. I usually leave the 9/11 stuff out and the people bring it up. Patience and understanding are the keys.
You said,
"When I pointed out that he was against the war, she agreed. When she said that he was against the income tax, I asked her if she wanted to pay income tax. She said, 'Yes. As long as it goes towards the things around us'. I explained that probably was not the case given the Federal Reserve system. "
PLEASE LET HER KNOW: The IRS funds that are collected go directly to pay-off interest on the debt (or the US loan issued by the Fed) 0% go to social programs of any kind!
evangelicals
Liberty Belle,
I disagree with the posts above. Do you really think that
1. having a condescending attitude toward people who disagree with you and their "emotional deception" is going to get you anywhere?
2. pushing your own "soapbox religious ideas" about the bible is going to be effective?
The evangelicals are deceived in many respects. Fine. They also have some solid points that we are ignoring, and which we can use to get some traction.
Do you set a good example with your family relations and morality? They value those things. Those things can help make you independent from the government. You will find that, to some degree, they also value independence from the government.
Is the Middle East a screwed up place containing many religious nuts who want to kill everyone who rejects Islam? In fact, it is. Is the US and Europe largely responsible for how screwed up it is? In fact, we are. Totally responsible, no, and most evangelicals (you will find) have a genuine desire to help those people and make their countries and region a better place. They supported George Bush overwhelmingly in going into Afghanistan and Iraq on this basis. There are many, many solid arguments that Bush's approach was the wrong one. But saying that Islam is wonderful and the Middle East would be just fine and not filled with imperialistic and oppressive countries except for our meddling is nonsense, and they know it. So don't shoot yourself in the foot by trying to argue that way. You can argue just as forcefully that there probably wouldn't be *as many* oppressive and imperialistic (and generally screwed up) Middle Eastern countries were it not for our meddling. You can argue just as forcefully, that Bush's approach (whatever his good intentions) is not working and is not sustainable, financially, politically, and in a host of other directions. The evangelicals know these things too. But that Bush is just "evil" and "peace" should be pursued at all costs, they do not know, and no Ron Paul pothead will be able to convince them of those things. In point of fact, you have no convincing argument for these things, any more than the long rambling post about the rapture and Israel is convincing.
Stick to the facts. They are in our favor. It may be hard to get evangelicals to listen because they are used to swallowing and ruminating on a lot of nonsense. I don't think that they are more guilty of this than many others, however. They can distinguish (in general) a solid point from nonsense, and I think our biggest problem is that we are providing them with way too much that they can easily (and often correctly) classify as nonsense.
Hey Farmer Stick to the Facts?
If you want to stick to the facts...I want to know where you got your facts regarding Ron Paul followers being potheads.
That's like saying all farmers are dumb and taking government handouts. (I am allowed to say this because I am a smart farmer and I am not a pothead).
PS:Liberty Belle was asking how to relate to evangelicals and that is why we discussed Rapture and Israel...Bible LITERATE people know these topics are very relevant when discussing Ron Paul, NWO and the Constitution's stance on Foreign Policy.
please read my posts carefully
I do not believe that I have anywhere stated as a fact that (all) Ron Paul followers are potheads (or even a majority, or even many, of them). There is nothing of the sort in the post to which you responded. I have (very often) referred to the perception of large numbers of Americans that Ron Paul supporters are predominantly potheads. I think this perception exists, and I think that there are many vocal Ron Paul supporters who go out of their way to fuel this perception---check the posting banners of the sort "I'll light up to that!" Some Ron Paul supporters, I would guess by their comments, truly are potheads.
In general, there is a pronounced absence of critical thinking, humility, and reasoned argument among the posters in a forum such as this one---in many different directions. This hurts our cause, and if it hurts your feelings for me to point it out, I'm sorry---but not too sorry at the moment.
P.S. You really show your professed humility by yelling (all caps) Bible LITERATE at me (contemptuously). Of course, you don't know my level of bible literacy. And your post certainly suggests that because I think Paul (not Ron Paul) meant something when he said "We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of any eye..." that I cannot be a patriot. Thanks for that.
"I'll light up to that"? Show me two posts with this title.
Just two.
What if every Ron Paul supporter smoked pot? If Americans let that be a reason for not supporting the Constitution, they are in worse shape mentally than I thought.
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they're there
I'm sorry that I didn't note them specifically, and they are not so terribly easy for me to find, so I'm not going to take the time to do that. I read recently two together that might have been in one of the Kucinich impeachment postings.
OK, you got me and I went off and wasted my time and found a third one on the Washington state resolution: "haha wile we smoke bud and feel freedom and peace in the mind , body, and world..."
This is a post of LEGALize420
Now, I don't mean to criticize L-420 per se, but what I am saying is that a tremendous amount of the rhetoric on DP doesn't rise much above this level. (Actually, I apologize for politically incorrectly categorizing the "level" of this post, but I don't know how else to say it...Oh my, it's hard to get my point across on this.)
In any case, I speak to many people of a more conservative bent, and this kind of "talk" does not appeal to them. With the constitution, they have no problem, but with "make love, not war," they do.
To answer your question directly, if every Ron Paul supporter smoked pot, then there wouldn't be very many Ron Paul supporters. And that is the problem, you see. For as long as the perception persists that Ron Paul supporters (and I'm not saying it's true, but that it is a perception that many conservative Americans have---and there are a lot of them) are semi-conscious potheads, then I don't think they will be swayed to examine the current constitutionality of the federal government by Ron Paul supporters, but will rather dismiss what they have to say. And if large numbers of Americans are not convinced by Ron Paul supporters (and please note carefully that they *have not been* so far), then by whom will they be convinced?
The Ron Paul movement has revolutionized a significant portion of a virtual world and a (so far) pretty insignificant portion of the real one. Do you want it to stop there?
oops
I apologize for having this up here; it was meant to be a response to several posts in a pod started by Liberty Belle way down this page. Maybe someone knows her, and can let her know I responded.
But maybe some of what I have to say is of more general interest and can lead to further discussion here or elsewhere.
Those probably were
the smartest obama supporters anywhere. obama says he is against the war, but would leave 30-40 thousand troops there. a presense of 30-40 thousand soldiers simply means ending the war now only to be able to restart it later. its hypocritical
Semper Fortis
The Future of Freedom Foundation
Here is a link to Ron Paul's speech:
http://www.fff.org/webAv/...
Vali
'...truth is loved in such a way that those who love some other thing want it to be the truth, and precisely because they do not wish to be deceived, are unwilling to be convinced that they are deceived." --- St. Augustine, Confessions (10:23), 5th c.
You gave her the last word? WOW! You ARE good!
I think that is a good example for all of us to follow. I try and try and try to give the last word, but FAIL each and every time.
I read in a debate handbook that once you have made your point, be sure to give the other person The LAST WORD. It all goes to winning over that person LATER down the line...maybe next week, next month, next year.
Its psychology really and I guess it works. My way of getting the last word in certainly does not work. Apparently as long as the other person gets your point, do not expect acceptance then and there. The idea is set in place and will work its own magic later. Apparently if you are simply kind and confident and listen to their position and let them have the last word or two, you are making sure they have no reason to reject the idea you have now implanted. Further, according to the Socratic method, planting an idea with troubling questions, gets the best results.
So a HIGH FIVE to you for giving the Last Word.
Brilliant.
In Peace & Liberty,
Treg
PS. I have found myself asking Obama people a hypothetical. "What are the top 5 changes, as a voter, that you want to see President Obama do? Since change is what you are expecting from an Obama Presidency, tell me what particular change MUST be made in 4 years for you to vote for him again? Ok, now if none of the changes that you want are made in 4 years, would vote for him again?"
Hmm interesting technique...
plus I like your question for Obama supporter's. It really gets to the heart of his supposed 'change'.
Efforts in B.C.
I am an Idahoan working a small eco-marina in British Columbia. (Proud that my State represented well, by the way!) The majority of our guests are from the States and, as they are enraptured with Obama, are actually eager to talk politics. So far their reasoning runs along the lines of "We need some intelligence in the White House" (obviously), and "Obama speaks so sincerely" (ah... deceit is not deceit unless it deceives, eh?) In conversation we have all agreed that McCain is a nightmare and we need to get our troops home. I have agreed that Obama is charismatic and vibrant, yes, but lacks tested experience. Then, on the other hand, all the years of McCain's "experience" are not necessarily in his favor... So, I gently turn the topic to the oath of office taken by the President to uphold the Constitution and ask them if they think Obama would do that as President (and if his limited voting record has proven his loyalty to that oath). We talk about the scope of government and how it has ballooned, which they can all agree on, as well as our loss of personal liberties... Once we have found some common ground, it is easy to bring up a man who has consistently voted according to his oath, not violated the Constitution, and has remained principled during his years of service. Many have their curiosity piqued by this time, and are wanting to know more about Ron Paul and the movement to return to Constitutional principles. Some still continue on their way, chanting the Obama mantra... refusing to investigate deeply. But I am encouraged at those who blink as if coming out of a fog, the light dawning in their eyes... Truly wise people are seeking the truth, and just need some signposts along the way. (I can tell I am going to need more RP literature!!!!)
Doing my best from a remote location.... one at a time, planting seeds...
"...By perseverance and fortitude we have the prospect of a glorious issue." Thomas Paine
Cool!
Do you have a "Canadian for Ron Paul" bumper sticker on your car?
If not, I have a few extra's...I could send you some. Contact me if so!
I Avoid Attacking Obama ..
In the context of the MSMs view of the coming election, the race is between Obama and McSlime.
Historicaly speaking, the MSMs view of an election have become the reality ... without exception.
So ... while I personaly will not vote for either, I certainly will not work to assist either. Focus on attacking Obamas support seems to me to be purely an act of aiding McCain's storm troopers.
Forced to choose between the two, I will take the one that wont result in our being recorded in history as the next generation that failed to resist fascist takeover. I will not be the one starring in the sequal to the movie "judgement at nuremburg" who ignorantly claims they only worked to support the nazis because they were unaware of the attrocities being commited.
While I may disagree with Obama on every single issue, at least he isnt sworn to lead down that path.
I have sympathy for the
I have sympathy for the obama supporters...some of them anyway. They really do want "Change" they just are clueless as to the issues...Its not an easy thing to do...The communist indoctrination has done massive damage...Need proof? Go read comments on dailykos...Its a pretty scary place...
Idiot Change?
Out of all the people I have spoken to who are voting for Obama, they all give the same reasons here.
3)Let the black man have a chance cause whitey screwed it up to long.
2)We dont want Bill back in office
And the number one reason people said they are voting Obama:
1)Because Oprah told them too!!!!!
PS The ones who said they where voting for McCain..their main reason was:
Its time we got a hero in office instead of a draft dodger...
Of course..my reply was...So your voting against Freedom..and the Constitution...and for a man the POW's hate...I told them Google POW's Against McCain
Freedom is another way to God...A corrupt government is a straight way to hell.
So
The question is how do we heard the sheep and wake them. Cause once I awoke I will never now go back to sleep.
Generally speaking, the
Generally speaking, the American people are profoundly ignorant.
The good news: Most people do NOT support McCain or Obama.
SUPPORT OUR FOUNDERS' AMERICA
Support the Constitution of the United States
Obama's ending the Iraq war
Obama's ending the Iraq war won't save enough money to do anything along the lines of what he wants to do. Obama still promotes our invasive foreign policy, which is where the real money is being blown. Ron Paul's approach to foreign policy would save 10 times as much money as Obama's approach - A point that needs to be made to Obama's supporters.
Revolving Door War
What good is it if Obama actually does end the war in Iraq...and shifts the focus (and troops) (and costs) to attacking Iran?
Didn't Obama just make some big announcement that we need to attack Iran? Like, just hours after he clinched the nomination? Let's do a quick Google search...
Ah. Out of the top eight articles returned by a search of "obama eliminate threat iran", six of them are from foreign press. Interesting. Here are links to some of them:
Obama says goal 'to eliminate' Iran threat (Agence France-Presse)
[Obama] also warned he would never take the military option off the table in guaranteeing US and Israeli security.
Obama vows to stop Iran nuke threat (Globe and Mail, Canada)
"As president I will never compromise when it comes to Israel's security," said Sen. Obama, only hours after he clinched enough support to assure him of his party's nomination.
Sombre Barack Obama aims opening salvo at Iran (Times Online, UK)
Israel’s security was sacrosanct, Mr Obama said. “I will always keep the threat of military action on the table to defend our security and our ally Israel."
Good thing he's an anti-war candidate! Be sure to ask your Obama friends about this.
Did you people know Obama voted in favor of funding the war??
Check this out.
Plus send this RP and Obama comparison video to any of your Obama friends.
Dems also rejected funds
Dems also rejected funds requested by Bush and added to the pot increasing the war funding.
Paul or NOTA2008 - Ventura/Paul or NOTA2008
"It is like a finger pointing away to the moon, don't concentrate on the finger or you will miss all the heavenly glory." - Bruce Lee
http://www.bmvgroupinc.co... Never tie your shoes again. Ever!
Here's some more...Obama supporters live in action:
"Obama supporters asked to name one accomplishment": Link
People interviewed on the beach about who they are voting for and why:Link
Taxes to be used
around us...that would disqualify Obama's Global Poverty Tax bill. The kind of change Obama wants to bring is socialist/communist kind of change. We are already heading there - he will only add more of the same to bring this to fruition.
His oratory skills, I'm afraid, are used to deceive.
You are a gentle person - your approach is excellent.
The global tax bill is a
The global tax bill is a good point. Obama very much favors Americans being taxed to send money to poorer countries. He also wants to implement a carbon tax through the U.N. The welfare state is out of control, and Obama wants to make it a welfare world with middle class Americans footing the bill. The money will come out of our pockets and food will come off our tables. It's not his to give. People should understand this - and also Americans should resist any tax imposed by a global body as an attack on our sovereignty, even if it is a 'feel good' tax that sounds well intentioned. Try to get young Obama supporters to see this and you've got a chance of stealing them away.
Mention this: Obama might
Mention this: Obama might represent change but Paul represents revolution!
Good one! Plus...
Obama will give you change alright-- 45 cents back on the dollar fool!
Wow, I am a rock star like Obama :-)
Just wanted to say that I am a real person and supporter. Thank you all for your comments. They are awesome.
Here's a quote I came up
Here's a quote I came up with yesterday: If McCain represents experience and Obama represents change, what does Paul represent? Revolution.
I don't want a guy that
I don't want a guy that represents experience or change. I want one that represents ME!
Paul or NOTA2008 - Ventura/Paul or NOTA2008
"It is like a finger pointing away to the moon, don't concentrate on the finger or you will miss all the heavenly glory." - Bruce Lee
http://www.bmvgroupinc.co... Never tie your shoes again. Ever!
Nice Quote :)
Ramblin Randy
Project Sunshine... Time to send the grey clouds to the McCain Camp...!
Actually he's representing
Actually he's representing the Constitution and he's trying to keep it real.
Bonus Points
The more time you spent talking to them, the less time they could spend talking to other people. :)
Great read. I work in alot
Great read. I work in alot of different location from day to day and run into alot of different people constantly and adorn my RP bumperstickers proudly.
Every now and again I am approached by Obama supporters that like Paul and respect him and me for my support of him. It helps a great deal to know the issues and know Paul's stance on these matter. In addition, finding some documentaries that explain things like how the FED operates and memorizing how it is expained helps too.
But I concede that not knowing Obama as intimately as many of his supporters do that still aren't as familair with the issues and the inner workings of the FED or the IRS as you or I is equally as detrimental. To the cause is liberty and spreading the message.
If we want to sway Obama support. We need to become experts on Obama and his faults. In addition to Paul policy and FED and IRS inner working if you aren't already.
On a side note. HRC supporters, many of whom cannot back Obama are looking at McCain because he is open to Global warming and other leftist natured policy. These poeple may not come over to support Paul for any reason ever. They say they are considering either McCain or not voting. Well, you can paint a pig but at the end of the day it's still a pig. McCain is swinging left as we speak in hopes that he can pull independant casual voters and ex-HRC supporters. These people need to see McCains faults and think he is not a good alternative to Obama and prefer Paul if he were on the ballot. Or they need to write-in NOTA if they plan to just not vote at all. So far I have 2 HRC supporter that are inclined to not vote. But would vote NOTA if they could. It will take more effort to convince these people to write-in NOTA even if they are for it. Because they will have to write it in. But if the NOTA write-in campaign can pick up momentum coming from the old HRC camp. Then what we have is democratic vote split.
In addition to that I have 2 inwitting NeoCons ready to hold their noses for McCain. They will not back Paul either most of which is due to him having little to no chance of being on a ballot in November. (this is inspite of him being against the war) When I mentioned writing-in NOTA they really thought hard about it. Because to them it is more than a protest vote. It is pushing election fairness and voter consent legislation. Which is the real issue and the NOTA agenda.
Paul or NOTA2008 - Ventura/Paul or NOTA2008
"It is like a finger pointing away to the moon, don't concentrate on the finger or you will miss all the heavenly glory." - Bruce Lee
http://www.bmvgroupinc.co... Never tie your shoes again. Ever!
A lot of Obama supporters
are backing him because he is young and has coined the word "CHANGE" but they do not know exactly what that change will be.
To see all these young people backing a man who will not take Pre-emptive first strike out of his foreign policy is just mind boggling.
When I talk to anybody who is under 42 years of age and back Obama. I
use one simple word to open the discussion it is DRAFT ! And you will be surprised at how well they enagae in conversation between my candidate Ron Paul and theres Obama just the thought of being drafted in the
military makes them aware that Ron Paul is for peace and 100% for America.
Obama is riding high but I see him getting more exposed about his supported policies and with the economy in shambles there is only one remedy for our problems we are facing and his name is RON PAUL !!!!
As for McBush he will ruin himself and the delegates will NOT support him on the first vote in St.Paul.
O success
I have not been successful at all when talking to Obama supporters. They seem to be as convinced and passionate as we are! The spin on the Doc is hard to unravel, but I do try.
The racist spin?
Seems to me that Obama does not care for white folk. Isn't that racist?
A friend of mine was an
A friend of mine was an Obama supporter. He's usually very knowledgeable and informed regarding politics. Anyhow, we were having a beer at another friends place talking about the election (the other friend is also for RP). So we start talking about Obama and my other buddy talks about "change."
I asked him if he would be willing to answer a single question. After he agreed, I asked him to specify exactly what "change" Obama is talking about.
The next week that friend was no longer an Obama supporter. I suppose he realized that substance matters.
Unfortunately, the bad news is that as of last time I spoke with him he was supporting McCain.... meaning I must work more on my presentation I guess...
I'm sorry to break your
I'm sorry to break your heart but your friend isn't that smart and knowledgeable. Now he's McCain's "friend"
Touché
Sounds like the friend is just a normal uneducated fella when it comes to politics...
I always say to his
I always say to his supporters. "Obama is O.K., but after doing research on voting records, how they rate on lower taxes and who will get us out of Iraq ;Ron Paul is better.
They usually agree, but I sense that they may be in too deep and feel obligated now. I also think alot of them think Ron Paul is out.
I'll continue trying to wake em up though, them and Hillary supporters!
Socialism?
I have a young (very polite) banker who is an Obama man. He mentioned Socialism as if it was a good thing, and he affiliated it with Obama. With political correctness and bigger government are we teaching our children not to be individuals? Could this lead to socialism?
Big is Big
The government big enough to give you everything you want... is also big enough to take everything you have...
Ramblin Randy
Project Sunshine... Time to send the grey clouds to the McCain Camp...!
( more info to come )
I wish I could
be more like you and Dr. Paul. I'm going to keep trying but so far I start out ok then the more I think about all the bad stuff coming I start sounding crazy.
Some of the people I notice are starting to question what is happening which makes me happy. Peace
Why say anything?
Share Ron Paul's book. Tell them it is not his life story or promoting him in any way but it is very relevant to current events. Act like you know he is not eligible to be president but that they are well informed people so they ought to read his book. His book is for the well informed.
His book is so incredible, if people will just spend a little time reading the first few pages they will be hooked!
Healthnut4freedom
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3:5,6
It is really hard to keep from slipping in the words
"They meet in secret." Or something else like One World Government. That is so Biblical that many people instantly turn off to the idea. Many really resist anything "end times." Partly because it has been called "the end of the world." That is a misinterpretation. World = times. Or do you know about the North American Union? Or Bilderbergs are meeting right now and the media won't report it. Not.
Here's how to do it.
First, before engaging them, turn off your brain. And depending on the audience, get a decaf mocha latte' or a fresh carrot juice cocktail in a recycled cup which has a picture of Che Guevara on it.
Than, start talking emotional platitudes about "how great it would feel", and "how much more fair it would be", and all the emotional arguments you can come up with.
Avoid facts.
Mentioning, "The R3VOLUTION" alot would be great!
How will this be successful?
Well, it's the way they became leftists and Obama supporters to begin with.
So, it's obvious that they are receptive to that approach. If they thought logically or knew anything about freedom, they wouldn't be an Obama supporter.
You have to speak their language. Occasionally mention something about "the planet", and maybe even some talk about "people of all races and beliefs who support our movement", and an occasional mention of a whale or a seal might help to keep their attention. And, they would love to hear about how our R3VOLUTION despises the establishment and all its corruption and greed and evil, which is straight down our alley, so they should get right on to that. And then finish up with how we're all being "played" by both sides of the aisle, and sold down the river, so we need to return the gov't to the people. That should do it.
Then, don't expect too much from them. If you can get them to pull the lever for a good candidate, then that's about the most you can hope for.
And remember, emotionally-driven people can shift with the wind, so you have to time it right or they'll drift off with the next bird that flies by.