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"Obama doesn't represent black people"

Published: 16 July, 2009, 11:34
Edited: 17 May, 2010, 06:45


Wax figure of the US President Barack Obama at Madam Tussauds, Photo by Sam Mason

RT has been to visit the black U.S. pastor James David Manning from Harlem in New York, who claims the world's most-popular leader President Obama only got into the White House by playing on the nation's racial guilt.

 
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Samuel July 16, 2009, 13:00 quote
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"He's not a U.S citizen..." I thought this anti-obama propaganda had already been dismissed as untrue?

lolo July 16, 2009, 13:38 quote
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This person is very harsh, but there is at least 1 truth here... Obama has done nothing for Black people, infact they are getting poorer. When Mandela became the first black president of South Africa, th first thing he did was to uplift black people through the Black Economic Empowerment Programme. Obama doesn't have to do something at a large scale, anything small, even a gesture, will do. He truly is the commander in speech

David July 16, 2009, 17:45 quote
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Thank You RT for publishing this. I doubt the American press will see this. If they do there is hope in America.

Meslin July 16, 2009, 17:49 quote
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Mister Obama, being or not an USA born citizen is not the most important thing in the World. We live in the 21st century and we are all terrians. Naturally, being elected in America, he owes respect and consideration to that country's citizen. He is requested to do the best possible job for his people and considering his country's place in the World, he has also responsibilities toward all of us. Apparently, like the "clown" that we have elected in France he seems to be the product of marketing and communication. Being in close ties with some decent average Americans, I started from the beginning (RTTV and other medias are witness) to call that new greatest show on Earth, made-up to cover-up the World-wide financial fiasco: Obama. Sadly, I am close to consider having been right all along. Sorry Future Generation; the actual mankind governance is a shame. Sincerely...Jean-Claude Meslin

mike July 16, 2009, 19:26 quote
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This article lacked one thing . FACTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jean Pierre July 16, 2009, 23:42 quote
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This person is misled for even pretending to represent Jesus because he is so full of hatred and Jesus was not . I am a black immigrant and I am proud to see Obama there, not for to fill some black's agenda or white's, but for both americans regardless their race color. His courage,sacrifice and effort has filled the gap that such negativity did not achieve for years. He just made a step, let this pastor then complete what Obama has not done instead of taking the back seat of negative talks

Julie July 17, 2009, 00:27 quote
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This man David Manning calls himself a pastor!How can a man who calls himself man of God be so filled with jealousy and hatred for another man of the same race as he trying to achieve the best for everyone?Obama reaches out to both sides of the fence but this pastor's narrow mindedness would never; and I am astounded at the amount of proposterous mistatements, and lies uttered by the preacher under the name of God and the Bible concerning Obama. DAVID MANNING IS A FALSE PROPHET! (Matt 24:24). I am proud of Anastasia who interviewed him and countered his lies with reverse evidences and profound analysis which he could only reply to by saying that it's:"racism"...word of advice to David Manning-Get your facts straight before going public with statements.

James July 17, 2009, 02:42 quote
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So IoIo what do You propose He should do? Should He tax people like me more? I don't think I should ask that because You already made Your opinion known.... Here how bout We change the rules and make everyone equal. You know what I mean? How bout We give everyone the same chances. The same chance to get a high school diploma. The same chance to learn english. The same chance in the work force to get ahead. No favorites just a level playing field. For some reason I don't think You will like this sort of world.

Michel July 17, 2009, 09:30 quote
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This pastor was strange. Calling everyone racists is probably racism itself. Why does church people are getting involve in politic? It's none of their business. That was a nice interview from a news perspective. But, that pastor should not be allowed to speak publicly because of his strong hate speech and is significant lack of facts. But that's what religion is about: Faith - it mean believing in something without proof.

lolo July 17, 2009, 11:40 quote
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It is common knowledge that black people in America receive inferior education in the ghettos, there is hardly any financial assistance to get into college, they are filling up the jails in America, they are tortured in Guantanamo Bay, they have a hard time finding jobs in America. They were very happy when he was elected and yet he did nothing to acknowledge their plight and struggle in America. He could have given one of his famous speeches just to say I know how hard life is for you here. No taxes, nothing racist, just some acknowledgement.

David July 17, 2009, 15:06 quote
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It is common knowledge that all public schools poorly educate Americans. Black people are not tortured in Guantanamo Bay only those who fought against America, i.e. militant Muslims.I am a minority not considered white in America. Most minorities choose to hate whites and commit crimes. America is still the land of opportunity. The silent majority of successful blacks and other minorities do not speak out against these idiots who turn to crime because they are busy taking care of families and working at their jobs. the racial hatred comes from lazy minorities. Why does Obama get a pass in the media? No one criticizes him and asks him direct questions , not even in Russia. He blamed Bush for spending money and destroying the economy then has a trillion dollar budget pass in both the house and senate. What hypocrisy!!! He was not born in America. He is illegally the president. His birth certificate on Obama's website is a fake. It does not show his weight at birth or the name of his parents.Don't be lazy, seek the truth.

Blink July 17, 2009, 21:44 quote
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I agree with the Pastor. Obama is the anti-Christ. He tries to be everything to anybody and at the same time he shows loyality only towards one ethnic group - the Jews. Look at his cabinet, at his appointment: only Jews as far as the eye can see.His abortionist stand is an absolute disgrace, killing fullgrown babies just before they are born.

Surprised and Disappointed July 19, 2009, 01:56 quote
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I'm sad to see RT has created this story. I am an American but am also interested in Russia's rich history and where the future will take this strong nation. I was hoping after Obama met with Russia's current leaders relations would improve between the two nations. Although, it doesn't seem relations will ever improve if the media uses resources such as this man, who is an ex-con, separatist, and believes Obama is trash simply because his parents are different ethnicities (Fun Fact: Obama's parents met in a Russian language course). "Dr." Manning (his PhD is from the unaccredited ATLAH Theological Seminary; ATLAH is the church he created and only has 600 members). This is simply a publicity stunt for his "church." 1. Obama is an American citizen. He was born in Hawaii 2 years after it became part of the US. Hawaii and the Annenberg Public Policy Center have confirmed the authenticity of his certificate. 2. He is accused of "stealing" the presidency from black people cause he's not 100% black. This is just someone trying to split hairs on how we define race. Is someone 50% black considered black? Is someone who is 50% Russian considered Russian? You tell me. 3. America is not perfect, like all other nations in the world racism still exists. Obama had an uphill battle in becoming president it wasn't given to him and he was simply the best candidate. 4. Obama regularly gives speeches at the NAACP, the last one being 2 days ago. 5. The whole world focusing on him cause he's black is not racism (the Rev. is now calling Obama black), the world has every right to be excited Obama has broken down another barrier and brought us one step closer to all races being equal. I hope the public does not take this seriously. Is any political leader perfect? No, but I do believe Obama is trying to improve international relations, and the Rev.'s criticisms are unfounded. Also, I wish Russia and the US will become closer and work together in the future.

N.G. July 20, 2009, 12:02 quote
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Not only is obama NOT an American citizen, he never registered for the military draft as required by law when he was 18 years old. I suspect he did not because he actually knew he was NOT an American citizen and figured he could get away with not registering. Then, he goes to college on a scholarship reserved for minorities and NOT based on grade average at high school, gets a law degree somehow and eventually gets picked by powerful money people in Illlinois to be their token semi-black candidate for political office. AH HA!! But it could be discovered that he DID NOT register for the draft, so his friends, the powerful Democrat operatives in the Defense dept. then "dummied up" a draft registration. BUT WAIT!! His pals used a form NOT AVAILABLE the year he was to register, so they used the another form, one that was ONLY recreated some 15 years later. obama then signed and dated it as IF he, obama had registered at the time he was 18! A crime and enough to keep one out of political office. Money and power go along way in the USA.... to get the FRONT MAN for certain political beliefs elected.... the USA has a fraud/criminal, NON-AMERICAN for President. And don't even get me started on GW Bush, another fraud.

tennishawk July 20, 2009, 18:53 quote
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Blink and NG are correct. Surprised and Disappointed probably does not even know George Soros funded not only Obama but McCain as well. So, those who feel Obama is ok should do their homework on George Soros. If I spill the beans on George you won't believe me. If you still feel he is ok, then ignorance is really, really bliss.

REDONE July 21, 2009, 01:54 quote
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oh my goodness! I am an American, and I very much like Russia. I don't like Obama, and so very much wished Mccain won, but let's face it, McCain didn't have a chance, because McCain was nothing compared to Obama, and Palin was even worse to the point that no matter who was running for the Democrats they would have won. But Obama is an American. He does try to be everything to everyone, but I wouldn't go so far as to say the other part. The thing with most people is that they thought he would be all, they didn't realize that he's still in politics. He's just like everyone else, so no. But I think some people go to far in their anti-obama-ness, to the point of crazy. Don't be crazy, he's an American.

David July 21, 2009, 17:08 quote
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oh my goodness! Don't be crazy or lazy! Quit watching tv and do your homework! Obama is legally not an American and the big question is why the media gave him the pass unlike Governor Schwarzenegger who they said could not run! Why the media gave Obama a pass on his trillion dollar deficit but pounded Bush for his million dollar spending? Does the press and media still investigate the news or are they simply a propaganda machine???

Mary Alice July 23, 2009, 21:53 quote
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It griefs me to hear all of the things this so call minister said about the president It's even sadder to hear the responds of some of the people writing in. It's sad to know that in the 21st century some people think they have the right to believe they are better than other people because of the color of their skin. I think they should wake up and smell the coffee, do they not know that you can think what you want it doesn't make it so. I do believe that God has PRESIDENT OBAMA'S back I believe that he will over come every evil that's set against him.They say he's the antichrist, well I can say one thing he sure has a Christ like attitude and he has continued to maintain it through it all. I wish the haters would leave him alone but I know it want happen so I will continue to pray for him and yes I got his back and I'm sure millions of others share my sentiments.

tennishawk July 24, 2009, 18:18 quote
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Obama does not have a "Christ like attitude". Is it Christ like to lift the ban on partial birth abortions?(i.e., is it Christ like to kill babies?) Is it Christ like to lie? Obama said Bush spent too much, than Obama himself pushed through a trillion dollar budget in congress without allowing the public to read it? In America if you speak your critical opinion about Obama you are called a "hater". When they criticized Bush they called themselves American patriots. In America if you do not agree with the media or liberals you are "crazy" or a "hater". An excellent strategy to block the truth. They have a communist attitude toward people of different views. Thank God they do not have Stalin's power to silence us.

Don July 26, 2009, 17:01 quote
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Someone said in this discussion we live in the 21st century it doesn't matter if Obama is an American citizen... You sound like him, that the constitution doesn't matter. Have any of you seen his birth certificate? Why hasn't he released it to the press? Come on people this man is from Chicago. He is also affiliated with that fraudulent/corrupt organization Acorn. This man is destroying America. Wake up, America

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