go4321,
Thank you for you insightful answer. The US has lost a tremendous amount of respect from our allies during recent years. We need a president that is willing to roll up his sleeves and work with other nations to restore our credibility. We need someone who is willing to negotiate, instead of having the philosphy of "it's my way or the highway". America has always been a leader in the free world up until our current administration whose philosophies John Mccain so plainly embraces.
As for Obama changing his mind, He has not changed his mind any more than John Mccain has. As a matter of fact he has changed his policies less. I wouldn't want a president who was not able to change his mind when situations change. That is what a true leader is suppose to do. A true leader will assess the situation and act upon it, even if it means changing his views.
I have been following this election from day one. I have become a CNN/Fox News/C-Span junkie. I advise my friends out there to start watching these stations for yourself and not listen to the grapevine. You are being misinformed about Obama. He would make a great president.