The Brian Lehrer Show

I would like to ask Mr.Obama what he believes are the most pressing environmental issues today both nationally and internationally besides climate change.

I would ask him why he isn't publicly questioning the Bush Administration and Congress about the real reason for war in Iraq. Obama talks a great deal about not voting for the war, but not once questioning the objective. Isn't it really about oil?

Why is everyone so afraid to ask this VERY IMPORTANT question.

More succinctly could he respond to Greenspan's "I am saddened that it is politically inconvenient to acknowledge what everyone knows: the Iraq war is largely about oil."

Our sons blood is being spilled for something the media rarely talks about. We question governments in Iran but can't question our own.

Something is wrong here.

Arnold

Great job making Obama look like the cover to "In the Court of the Crimson King."

I think the answer to the questions posed re: not touching the topic of oil being "the real" reason for the war is unfortunately simple: NO ONE (on the left, right, or middle) is ready to proactively take steps to revoultionize the internal combustion engine-most likely b/c of the all mighty auto lobby, who is a contributor of BIG $$$.

On a more direct level these same politicians also don't know/are too lazy to take the initiative to educate themselves on the alternatives (no, NOT hybrids, hydorgen fuel cells). Additionally if they do get to that level, the inconvenient truth (oil reserves will all be tapped in about 60yrs) probably just blows their minds and they don't want to be labeled a "doomsday quack" if they start speaking about these facts.

Sorry if I went on too much, but I really do believe the cycle of ignoring the realities of our dependance on (and the diminshing) of oil is one of the biggest mistakes of mankind. I feel sorry for those who are around two generations from now...

Please ask him what he will do as president about the national affordable housing crisis - an issue particularly important to New York City.

Brian-

Enough with the horse race questions. This is not helping to inform voters. Please ask Senator Obama his plans to remake the tax code.

Thank you

Nice Brian. WHAT A WASTE?

You ask nothing and keep on about Amadejmajab. HE ALREADY ANSWERED IT?

What about oil? Iran is not a threat to the US.

I think the real question here Brian is for you. Why do you stick to the script? Why are you not trying to ask any real questions?

Do you think your failure to delve into "uncharted" territory with this man is promoting serious journalism?

Um let the Ahmadinejad thing GO! It is so pathetic you keep beating a dead horse.

What is with you Brian? You ask why this keeps coming up, it's BECAUSE you bring it up.

Arrgghhh I'm about done with WNYC.

My question for Obama is: does he still have his metal lunchbox and mug with the picture of Ossama from his days at the Madrasa? Please ask him Brian.

Brian,

I am a regular listener to your program. I consider you an informed and fair interviewer. I was dumbfounded and disappointed with your interview of Senator Obama. Nearly all of your questions referenced Senator Clinton. Throughout the short interview, Sen. Obama was forced to explain how he understood her positions(he can't just ignore your questions) and then contrast his own position to hers. How unfair to him as a candidate and me as a listener. I was looking forward to hearing your interview with Obama and had no expectation that you would frame the interview as a David versus Goliath battle. It is not a done deal that Sen. Clinton will be the Democratic nominee. The tone of your questions (paternalistic) simply reinforced the myth of the Clintons as unbeatable. Without the benefit of a former President campaigning for him, Obama has positioned himself as a viable candidate. He deserved a more respectful interview.

Lopate's got the same problem.

I am a life-long Democrat, and I vote in every election. I am sad to admit that in Nov. I will be forced to vote for John McCain if Obama is the Democratic Nominee. It is not about race --- it is all about experience. I greatly prefer Hillary Clinton of the remaining choices. I have done the online quizzes, and McCain is the only Republican I had at least 50% agreement with .. so I may decide to settle. Obama is just not ready in terms of national defense, foriegn policy, and national legislative experience. His best "plans" he has taken from John Edwards and Hillary Clinton, except for his weaker plan concerning health care. Hillary Clinton is the competent candidate, though Obama may be the winning canidate ... now, but not necessarily in the fall.

Is there a potential for massive riot if the general election between Obama and McCain turns out to be "less than perfect"?

Maybe we need to ask Obama to promise that he will calm the crowd that chants "No Obama, No Peace"

Just to be on the safe side.