9th inning of Electoral College World Series to be played in Omaha
November 6th, 2008 . by MartySorry, I couldn’t resist the headline. Unfortunately, late word out of Nebraska’s 2nd District that Obama will likely carry the Omaha area, making it truly Oma-bama territory. Since Nebraska and Maine are the two states that split their Electoral College votes, this will be one more vote for Obama. Further proof that states like California and New York should adopt the same system. Somewhere, Gerald Ford - who was born in Omaha - is rolling over in his grave. On the other hand, this might help Omaha-native Chuck Hagel’s chances of getting a cabinet post.
Further proof that states like California and New York should adopt the same system.
Funny enough that you’re mentioning New York and California two blue strongholds but not Texas..red bias everywhere
I believe the term is “Obamaha”, rather than “Oma-bama”. “Obamaha” was the headline on the front page of the Omaha World-Herald the day after his visit to Omaha earlier this year. As a resident of Nebraska, I was pleased to hear about Obama’s victory in that district. I, unfortunately, live in the deep-red 3rd District.
“Further proof that states like California and New York should adopt the same system.”
I’m glad I’m not alone in thinking that…but why stop there? Why not every state? As the votes were being counted, I heard a number of Obama supporters in the South complain about the “red bias” near them, in spite of his being well ahead. It seems there are people on both sides that would be served by this. Yes, it would make it easier for the ‘lose-the-vote-but-win-the-election’ scenario. But, it would ‘encourage’ the candidate not to ‘write-off’ any state, or region.
People made light of it being said, at the time, but I think the comments about “real America” weren’t meant to denegrate anyone. But, were about all the people that live outside the major metropolitan areas. There is more _America_ outside the cities, just not more _Americans_. So, it could be argued that what the residents believe is best for L.A., San Diego, or Omaha may not be what is best for _America_. Looking at a county-by-county election map, it looks like a lot of people’s opinions (on both sides) didn’t get the weight that a democratic election process is meant to provide.
If this is the Democracy that were spending so much time, money, and blood to spread, I can understand it not being welcomed with open arms.
That isn’t to say that I wanted McCain to win…or Obama. I didn’t support either one, but knew one of them (likely BHO) would come out on top.