Thursday, February 7, 2013

Obama dictator checklist

Poor economic conditions in the country- No, our economy is still stable enough.
Control over the media- No, some news stations are against him.
Developing a cult of personality- No, not everybody likes him.
Used schools or educational systems to spread ideas- No, schools are not forced to teach about him.
Got laws changed to add power- Somewhat, but he needs congress to approve them.
Eliminating other political parties- No, he is in one of many different parties.
Used propaganda- Yes, although to a small extent, like commercials.
Isolated or killed potential rivals- No, it's illegal.
Censored free speech- No, follows the constitution.
Secret police- No, it's also illegal.
Developed a scapegoat for the countries problems- Sometimes blames people or countries for issues.
Used nationalism (pride in your nation)- Yes, appeals to the U.S to get votes.
Used religion to their advantage- No, as some people don't follow his religion.
Powerful or motivating speakers- Yes, he delivers inspiring speeches to sway peoples opinions.
Pursued territorial expansion- Somewhat, as the U.S sets up embassies in other countries.
Promised change or better times- Yes, one of his most popular slogans.
Rose to power legally- Yes, he was elected by the people who voted for him.
Military background- No, didn't serve in the army.
Didn't grow up in a wealthy family- No, his family was middle class.
Educated, but not successful in school- No, he was very successful in school

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