Video Yr Vote: 9th Ward, New Orleans

[freakylocz14]

New Orleans elected a Republican to Congress in 2008.

[ismellpurp]

dat nigga name tada thats my fuckin round 9th ward nigga

[irishrocker82]

@ismellpurp what the fuck did you just say???? Go back to school

[ismellpurp]

@irishrocker82 its called ebonics it not meant for you to understand i can function in many circles unlike your sheltered self continue to exist in your on little bubble be cause in the grand scheme of things you or your opinion doesn't matter silly irish man

[irishrocker82]

@ismellpurp its called stupid, and you sound dumb even when your trying to talk normal, GO BACK TO SCHOOL.

[Sirafrican]

They're obviously for McCain! There's no way they could support Obamas liberal agenda.

[katgirl21]

It's wonderful how people genuinely care about the democratic process.

[laprop]

That long ass line for a vote that won't even count

[irishrocker82]

yes wow your right, becasue i beleive in old stories made up to make man behave, Oh and i will enjoy them while i can and i do, then i die. But its was great while it lasted

[jmidd89]

im in love with the way ppl from new orleans talk omg!

[TheOOLaLaShoW]

me tooo!

[irishrocker82]

and again iam not useless i make over 100 gs a year and am very happy with a beautiful wife and a dog so when i look in the mirror everyday i smile

[tswagg504]

you can be a millionaire and still be useless trash. Your money does not make you a good person. You are a horrible, hateful person..which makes you human trash.

[irishrocker82]

well, iam very very happy 'human trash'

[ismellpurp]

@irishrocker82 guess what else i can spell god bless u jesus loves u my brother relinquish the hate

[irishrocker82]

@ismellpurp oh, he does, oh man, i have to look at life in a whole new way now. With faith in God everything is gonna be ok an dnothing bad will happen to me. OH lord jesus, i have been saved. Thank you, oh man thank you, maybe if i have been a man of faith before my family wouldnt of been killed by a crackhead nigger trying to get a fix. Man i feel dumb

[ismellpurp]

@irishrocker82 shallow



[irishrocker82]

@ismellpurp WOW i am surprised you could spell shallow. good job, you get an A for the day

[DukeDaGod4]

racist cracker he mad cuz he couldent spend 2 minutes in new orleans without gettin robbed

[RPJ5203]

visit a city before you can talk shit about it

[zajebisty1]

I believe this is an awesome testament to the voting process.....and how groups, if unified, are able to make that difference.....if not in victory, then a full 180 degree swing in the mentality that this process actually can make a difference and hopefully will cast their votes with each subsequent election, both local and national to make that voice heard....it really amazes me that some choose to live in their racist holes and promote hate as if that ever helped a situation......

[AkeemJamal90]

Oh my... Look at my aunt!

[utprizzo]

see every vote doesn't count because Louisiana still came out a red state

[tswagg504]

Louisiana will ALWAYS be a red state..but the city of New Orleans is overwhemingly democrat...New Orleans has the diversity of an east cost city and we just don't fit in with rural, conservative Louisiana..whole different world

[noladem504]

its not like they have jobs. they live in the 9th ward. one of the most crime infested nieghbords here in new orleans. it is also an almost complete section 8 (welfare) neighborhood. i dont understand why everyone is offering to rebuild it when there are beautiful neighborhoods that were destroyed during the storm.

[tswagg504]

I guess they figured the lower 9th ward residents did not have the means to rebuild..the East got messed up bad too, but the East also has a few very rich residents..Lakeview also was middle to upper middle class...Lower 9 was mostly lower income.

[doanvik69]

im glad that you take th time to relize things before you say them like that 70 percent of the people on welfare out not black maybe if u ever read something other then a book entitled useless lies about the niggers i hate so much ud actually have a brain capable of thinking things other then what people tell you and say whatever you want about me not using periods or commas and how that make me stupid see if it makes u feel better

[noladem504]

sure 70 percent of the ppl on welfare are not black. BLACK PPL ARE ONLY 13 PERCENT OF THE POPULATION! it is you that need to read a damn book. they have the highest percentage of ppl on welfare PER CAPITA. look it up.

[DukeDaGod4]

you on that bullshit most neighboorhoods in new orleans is run down im in the 7th ward i used to live in st bernard. people need places to live. yall people in the french quarter livin in a fantasy land.

[noladem504]

we were harassed at the voting booths. im sure the smart ones carried their guns.

[imyourdaady]

hey guys im moving to new orleans is any good places two go

[aintmybabyfour]

Mardi Gras!!! Feb. 24!!!

[DukeDaGod4]

uptown off the chain

[fuqaho3]

fuq what ya say the dude with da sluga is hot and obama won so suck dick

[tswagg504]

on a cold wet day in an American trailor park, a slack jawed redneck baby is born from his aunt/mom

[poodlepink]

If any white says hey, president bush aint all that great but at least he's white, that's just like voting in Obama ust because he's black. It don't mean he can relate. But that don't mean he cant! It's just not a sure thing. Bt I think he's always been wealthy and IS a politician. Still, there's room for hope. I think we're looking at bigger goverment, more handouts, but then they own you! Don't doubt that. But really, they already do.

[ryankingisbatman]

Please explain to me how not liking someone or thinking they would not be a good president is racist? I have black friends and white friends you dumb fucks. And also, I have my own mind, my opinions arnt based on what my parents think. I just happen to know what is morally right. You can disagree with me all you want, its a free country (I hope it stays that way), but that dosnt change what I know in my heart to be true.

[evreniz]

I'd love Aaron to be my friend. Such a cool guy :)

[Alphelus]

And yes their votes counted look at the final total. Check my page and look at my video From Slavery to President Obama: Superman

[John61188]

I didn't mean he was a terrorist...im talking about the guy that commented racism. I'm for Obama...and voted for him. geez

[glockboy98]

MLK is rolling over in his grave...the only reason this dude won was because he was black...exactly the opposite of what he would have wanted. This guy is the average obama voter...no common sense, no job, nothing else to do with his day....must be wonderful to be on welfare.

[Steadno]

Obama isn't black you efing jim crow clone!

[tswagg504]

welfare is great!..what are you talking about..I just found out that even when I graduate from college with my bachelor's degree its a good possibility that I will still be broke!...ISN'T THAT GREAT!!!...gimme my damn food stamps, I want to reap the benefits of my own tax money.

[tswagg504]

I'm going to stay positive though, hopefully hard work pays off.

[i10azns]

hehehe

[rdangelo]

Ah, the ninth ward, the people stupid enough to reelect Nagin. And the way you blame the president is not only an act of denial, it is profoundly shameful for the country. He tried to help, and Nagin and the governor said, no, there's no problem. Then went back and blamed Bush. The ultimate dirty politics.

[yawsers]

Are you American? I really don't have to ask.

[cajunpballer]

Lines in New Orleans have NEVER been that long to vote. The New Orleans black community came out to vote for the FIRST time (like he ADMITTED!) to vote for the black guy! Anyone who says it was about race it full of shit. It was all about race. If vannessa would have asked him details about Obama's campaign and his political standpoints he wouldn't have been able to tell you a single thing except maybe that Obama will allow him to continue being an unemployed dumb fuck.

[kristnmarie14]

so what...at least the people in the 9th ward voted. Everyone has a voice. Last time I checked, you weren't the only one entitled to vote.

[cajunpballer]

Thats great and all that they exercised their right to vote, but for what cause? Because he's black. No, I am NOT racist so don't call me that.. most of my friends are black and they openly admitted to me that they would vote for Obama just because of his "race." He will be a fine president I'm sure, no better than Mcmuffin-head at least. But no one can possibly deny the fact that he won because of his race.. NO ONE! Whether they are for him or against him.

[kristnmarie14]

didn't call you racist.

[cajunpballer]

Oh I know you didn't. That was just in case any one else wanted to.

[yawsers]

Im not attacking you, I just want to know what your point is. If he won because he is black, what exactly is your point?

[kevdogg05]

Not at all. He won because he was facing an elderly war hungry republican. And black people make up only 13% of the black population so if we all voted he still wouldn't have won. And he advertise to the younger voters which makes up the majority of all voters. That is why he won.

[pinkgyrl09]

What makes you think that you can speak on behalf of all black citizens by saying that black New Orleanians only voted for Obama based on his race? Surely, that is not the reason for all their votes. And that sounded racist when you said that the man in the video couldn't have defended his political viewpoints if asked. Also, it's hilarious when white people claim being non-racist on the basis of having black friends. Give me a break.

[yawsers]

To this comment I say "He came out to vote for the first candidate ever, who understands first hand. (examples in all the ignorant posts) what its like to be a minority in the USA.

[XA713]

I have lived in the New Orleans area all my life.First, I don't care who won this election because neither impressed me much. But, I will tell you the fact. The people lined up in this video voted ONLY BECAUSE Obama is, in thier mind, "black". He is really interracial and raised by his caucasian mother and grandmother, but this gets pushed aside.Also, don't be surprised by the guy in the beginning who said he had nothing else to do (common in NOLA) nor that he had never voted before.

[TheTruthKnowIt]

Did Obama get the same memo you got, because in his mind he's black. What race are his kids? What about Michelle Obama? What percentage of white blood does someone have to have to be declared not really black. Halle Berry? Lionel Richie, Vanessa Wiliams, Smokey Robinson, etc. I would like to know, because if that is the case 75% of the people that we know as black in America would not be considered black.

[TheTruthKnowIt]

Actually, someone should notify Obama and the thousands of media entities that have been broadcasting this. They must be ignorant, because you seem to know everything.

[justb0009]

People's reasons for voting are irrelevant now. I didn't vote for Obama, but he won, and we have to keep an open mind and make the best of it. We're all still hard-working Ameri...oh, wait...didn't that guy say he didn't have anything else to do that day? Must be nice. I had to get up at 6 to cast my vote so I could get to work. Hmm...Well, at least under Obama's system, he still won't have to worry about having anything to do during the day. Someone else will pay for that leather jacket.

[jhk11774]

u r sooo right! and, he will be sorry when obama takes those cigarettes away!

[vdoeschaal]

If u want to know what this election was about watch the latest south park episode.

[aintthatcrap]

Barack Hussein Obama will fail. Give him time and you will wish you din't vote for him. He is not what you think he is.

[uhavechrist]

The Election was not about RACE, it was about an intelligent, well educated man who ran an excellent campaign and WON.

[boostn22]

It's really sad that the election was mainly about race. You wouldn't have a leg to stand on if it you wanted to talk on experience or what he has accomplished. The majority of the people who voted for Obama don't have a clue who he is or where his roots are. It's about change all right. If you like socialism. You most likely voted for him if you have to look up the meaning. For someone who spent over three times the amount that McCain did. Why not give it to the poor?

[jnhooper52]

your right...the amazing grass roots method he used during the election, the inspirational speeches he gave, the world attention and approval he generated, the record voting turn out that he caused, the way he handled himself masterfully during the debates.... truly disgusting that he won huh?

[johnyyyy78]

obama is god, all you white cracker getting out of america

[acestarone]

No way they are not voting because just because Obama is black. I guess that is how you vote based on race. He just had a much better campaign. People from all backgrounds voted for Obama. Palin is a joke.

[jnhooper52]

she did not know africa was a continent! thought it was a country!!!! and FOX reported it!!!!

[Sutra1lx]

This is the first time in american history that a Democrate won the educated white vote in America. That means he won the college graduate vote. You are showing your true ignorance and you're not advancing your race with your comments. I believe in this country and it's citizens as a whole. Stop living in fear and ignorance. Research instead of believeing everything you hear at home. Our parents aren't always right. The world has celebrated and we are here fighting amongst ourselves. How sad.

[Sutra1lx]

You have the audacity to talk about President Obama being a terrorist. The KKK has been terrorizing this country for decades. They bombed chruches, lynched blacks, murdered innocents', and burned downed homes. They raped innocent black young girls and women.Did anyone accuse the bushes or terrorism, NO, even though their Bushe's Grandfather and Great Grandfather were members of the Klan. Give it a rest. A black man is now President of the USA and the ENTIRE WORLD IS LOVING IT!

[blksung]

Now...I COULD call you a honkey, a cracker, red-neck, snowflake, pale-face, devil, dog-looking caucazoid, and you could call me some stuff too, which u have already done so (from the security of your PC, mind you). I aint gonna get into that with you. I will just say. HELL YEAH, I voted for him JUST because he is black. There were some out there who voted AGAINST him for the SAME FUCKING REASON!! And learn how to fucking spell "voting". DAMN you're stupid. LOL

[liberal23]

Liberals lived with bush for 8 fucking years and we survived. We didn't bitch about it (or at least we gave him a chance, then we bitched a little). Why don't you show some patriotism and support president elect OBAMA!

[leous666]

us black people think obama is gonna help us such, ignorance. He had the same goals as president bush and ever other president in history dont be fooled because hes black.

[djlilray73]

I have to admit that most of my black friends voted this time. You dont have to fear, i think thinks are goin to be ok.

[djlilray73]

I voted Obama and i feel great. But i always wondered if Obamas promisses dont come and things dont really change much what next, what do you think will happen. I live in Chicago and i kno if things dont go right even more problems happen.

[jpiccion]

Why does it make you sick?

[OctoberRoad]

It is a new world and the sun is shining so bright. I am so proud of this country. -Shane

[anyonebutobama08]

Im glad that we wont have to hear the constant complaining anymore from blacks who claim that only whites have rights in america. or at least we shouldnt have to hear it.

[kelleybest]

"got nothing else to do" there is the surprise

[kelleybest]

wow...what a surprise

[KickMyJuice]

nice

[toofinenette]

this is great footage!!!

[soundunivers]

:)))

[videoyourvote]

Fantastic piece, Vanessa!