This is quite a statement from Mike Huckabee

Wonder how long it will take the rabid right to attack him for it.

Barack Obama, My President

Monday, November 10, 2008

By Mike Huckabee

It's no secret that I personally supported John McCain for president. I agreed with him on core issues and he and I are in the same party, but I also truly believe he's an extraordinary and honorable American hero.

I campaigned hard for him — to the point of losing my voice in fact. But Americans elected Barack Obama and it's time to put the election behind us and the country in front of us.

Barack Obama wasn't my choice, but come January 20, he will be my president. I will pray for him and his family. I want him to be successful in leading our country.

I will not seek to see all of his faults and none of his qualities.

Some of President Bush's harsh critics went beyond loyal opposition and engaged in angry, vile and mean-spirited hate.

Those of us who found that kind of attitude and behavior despicable can hardly engage in similar conduct toward a President Obama.

We can show our true patriotism conducting ourselves in the way that we wanted people to have treated President Bush.

In my lifetime, I saw the revolting and repulsive indignities of racism manifested in people of color being subjected to separate schools, waiting rooms, seating areas in theaters and water fountains.

It's an embarrassing part of our nation's history that we can never ignore. The evil, selfish — yes, sinful — treatment of other Americans because of color cannot be erased. But we can all celebrate that on this Election Day, a man was elected to live in the White House who 50 years ago would have at best been able to serve coffee there.

It means that when mothers put their children to bed, they will be able to tell them that there are no limits to their opportunities in America and young black children will be able to know that their pathway to the top is not necessarily limited to sports or entertainment, but might be through education, hard work and public service.

Surely, even the most partisan Republican can appreciate that.

If Barack Obama pushes tax increases, indifference to the sanctity of life or same sex marriages, I'll strongly and loudly disagree. But I will still show him the respect that he has earned having been elected president of the United States.

Yes, my president.

That's my view. I would love to have yours. E-mail your comments to: huckmail@foxnews.com

I see no reason to attack him for these comments...they're very articualte and gracious...

I Don't think anything will Happen! He isn't Joe Lieberman and this isn't the Democratic Party.

It's what I've been saying as well.

Policy is one thing but the personal attacks by the LIBS shows that they have no class.

I get attacked for raising ISSUES I think are important while many here just like to name call at posters. I think the OP should be practice a few things from huckabee as well.

I don't agree with Huckabee and never have. That said, bravo to him for showing graciousness and unity.



You, my dear, aren't attacked for bringing up issues. You are attacked for saying "...those LIBS always..." in almost every one of your posts. You are attacked for being an attacker. It's called self-defense.

Thank you!

I dont aggree with Mike Hukabee at all, but his gracious and understandable attitude was right on, i commend him for it

noblenan, I find it funny, as well, that she never replies to any posts that point this out... so much for fair and unbiased debate.

I see. Is suggesting we "LIBS" have no class a personal attack? Just checking.

I'm starting to think it's a compliment to be insulted by certain people. Makes me think I'm on the right track!

Yup! Kinda like when Weird Al does a cover on one of your songs.

wouldn't that be the " left "...track ?...

I'm thinkin' more middle of the road. You can see good points on both sides to take advantage of when it's not soooo fanatical!

I'll second that...old noble one...

WELL.......I get attacked CONSTANTLY on this forum cause I am a Conservative, Christian Republican...........& some of my attackers are on this thread and other threads this VERY night.....ALL because I post my OPINION!!!

HUMMMMMMMMMMMMMM Obviously you and others were not around when it happens to me....

But that is OK.....I am a big girl & big girl's don't cry........

LINDYY

Watch out ladies and gentleman.

Hate plays well here. Well, depends what side of the isle you are on. Some posters enjoy more latitude it seems.

Question or comment on it and you may get warned as I have been.

I usually come here for the laughs...to have fun...I will debate an issue...but...when it gets to yelling and screaming and beating a dead horse...it's exit...stage right !!--------->...I don't need the headaches...

Hypocrites invite questions.

explain ?

Oh, Lord...........I am calling upon Michael the Archangel for protection......

Lindyy