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November 3rd, 2008

Don’t Fuck This Up, America

Alright, America, if this comic doesn’t set things straight once and for all then I’ve lost all hope in you. Do you want me to spell it out? You like Voltron. Obama is Voltron. Vote for Obama.

PLEASE, don’t fuck it up this time.

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^ 720CommentsDon%27t+Fuck+This+Up%2C+America2008-11-03+21%3A26%3A25Joel

Daniel
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:34 am
Come on now… we're America. Of COURSE we're going to fuck it up.

But the sheer thought of Roboma's rocket fists tearing through Sarah Palin's flapping mouth just makes me so giddy.
Just Christine
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:44 am
I just enjoy the fact that Josh is voting with his junk. I imagine his theme song playing as I see that.
dizastor
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:46 am
MUST… CAST… VOTE… WITH… JUNK…

Classic.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:49 am
Its the final "FUCK YOU" to the last 8 years. Actually fucking your vote in.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:50 am
Im actually pretty nervous. I felt this way last time, but I didnt actually believe in Kerry at all. I just knew bush had to be removed from power. This time I actually have a candidate who inspires me.
DrOswald
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:52 am
I wouldn't worry. I live in Utah, one of the most republican states in the USA, and most of the people I know are voting Obama. The republicans will still get Utah, but it is a good indicator that the people who don't just vote for a party know what they need to do.

If Obama makes president, you should make a Roboama T-shirt. I personally would get one for my brother in law, who is ultra republican and loves Voltron, as a "in your face" gift.
Mike Leuszler
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:53 am
No.
Daniel
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:55 am
I don't want to jinx it, but, all of the math I've done seems to
indicate that, despite how stupid we Americans are, enough people are
paying attention this time around that he'll do just fine.

Check out CNN's take on it:
http://www.cnn.com/ELECTION/2008/calculator/
Just Christine
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:56 am
I have to admit, up until this point your comic had been one of my safe havens from political mess - I knew there was a chance today would be political, but I took that risk coming here anyway. At least I was entertained. But I honestly cannot WAIT until this election business is over.
Daniel
November 3rd, 2008 at 9:56 am
Yes but… when you fuck your vote in… whose name do you scream?
Shaybe
November 3rd, 2008 at 10:18 am
As always your comic is so awesome words fail me. My husband and I have been long time readers and it's nice to see you weren't afriad to speak up. I think a lot of Obama supporters are very quiet right now while the McCain supporters lose their minds shouting and booing. We need to speak up. If I had junk I would vote with it.
Shaybe
November 3rd, 2008 at 10:19 am
Your own???
Lonebama
November 3rd, 2008 at 10:22 am
As the lone Obama supporter in a house of McCain supporters (what can I say…? Family…), this comic makes me happy. It has become a desktop on the computer. >>
Denise
November 3rd, 2008 at 10:28 am
i totally got a sweet sticker when i voted for the first time as a citizen! civic duty yeah!
Lardboy
November 3rd, 2008 at 10:31 am
As a non US citizen can I please beg you to get this shit right this time America and let us love you again.

Cause you know right now we kinda hate you for fucking us over

BTW awesome comic yet again. It's just a shame it's too late for a Robobama '08 T-shirt.
sandchigger
November 3rd, 2008 at 10:32 am
Exactly. Why would it be different than any other time?
Troy
November 3rd, 2008 at 10:54 am
Voltron needs 5 members (or possibly 15 if he's made of vehicles, or just 3 if he's the oft forgotten second Voltron toy that was made up of 3 humanoid robots that made a bigger humanoid robot (with 6 arms, or was that just the LSD?). I nominate Boxcar Pete. Then it'd be Hobo-Robobama!

Seriously, good work, and let's shirt this!
Flanked
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:07 am
I'm not voting for Obama or McCain. F partisan politics.
Orf
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:09 am
I'm nervous that all the polls are wrong and people will vote for milfy mcgee and walnut cheek and I'll be stuck eating a cold bowl of hubris gruel.
doug
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:17 am
Love that you're the voice of reason as the others are going crazy at the polls.
Dram
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:23 am
Vote with your boobs.
Dram
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:26 am
If we fuck this up (It's almost impossible according to the polls, but a few minds in a back room can and have changed that) please invade. And like, win. If you bribe our government they'll greet you as liberators and everything.
Dram
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:27 am
I always love the way you do lightning! Great example is the Macpocalypse comic.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:43 am
I dont think anyone has ever said, "I wouldn't worry. I live in Utah," before.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:44 am
The comic is about what interests me. Im interested in the current US political climate, so thems the comics you get.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:46 am
The reason we arent shouting and booiing is that we arent being riled up by constant misdirection and fear mongering by our candidate.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:46 am
Im Joel Watson and I support this message.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:46 am
email me if you want a higher res version or a particular panel. I'll see what I can do.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:47 am
She's new to the American democratic process. She'll learn
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:48 am
Im Joel Watson and I support this call for invasion.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:49 am
I actually had the blue lion toy as a kid (The Princess). Turns out, without the other 4 it wasnt that much fun.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:50 am
You can either play the game or not. There will never be perfect candidate and the choice always comes down to 2. Voting 3rd party or write in is the same as not voting. If you want America to change you have to be willing to concede your ideal candidate and support the one that will do things MOST to your liking.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:51 am
yeah, my stomach is going to be in knots for a few days.
hijinksensue
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:51 am
Thanks. Its really just simple photoshop tricks. Everytime I learn a new one I tend to exploit it immediately.
animathias
November 4th, 2008 at 1:12 am
Bah, I always dislike finding political comics/threads on the interwebs, because it reminds me just how my peers in this online world share a completely opposite opinion from my own. Especially with the two current candidates, Obama has certainly gained the respect of most of the geeks.

That said, I'll be one of those sorry bastards voting for McCain, and I realize that out of 35 comments, I'm the first, and probably the last reader of Hijinks Ensue to admit that.

What's important, though, is that you get out there tomorrow and you vote. I may not agree with your choice, but I'm 100% behind your excitement and tenacity to get out there and have your voice heard.

So vote, you fancy bastards! Vote!
iptydafu
November 4th, 2008 at 1:23 am
Indeed! -I've got election juices dribbling out of all my orifices. Thankfully, my bit is over with. I voted for the black guy, McCain. Obama's too old.
hijinksensue
November 4th, 2008 at 1:30 am
Kudos for having the guts to state your opinion. I respect that and respect your right to disagree with me.
Kyochan
November 4th, 2008 at 1:33 am
YES.
Shane
November 4th, 2008 at 2:02 am
Epic
Just Christine
November 4th, 2008 at 2:13 am
And that's awesome that you get to do that. I don't have a problem with that. I'm just sad that I couldn't escape to my happy place. O:-)
Duder
November 4th, 2008 at 2:37 am
Great comic, honestly at this point I feel like the Republicans are just trying to make the race close enough so they can steal it without anyone questioning it.
santy
November 4th, 2008 at 2:44 am
cool, HE is obama-friendly
i bet your next comic will be something about "Pallin' Palin".
Adam
November 4th, 2008 at 2:50 am
Go Obama! I'm in North Carolina, a swing state and I just got back from the Obama rally with tens of thousands of people! Come on America, yes you can!
Timewalker
November 4th, 2008 at 3:31 am
Exactly! As I keep telling my hippie friends around here, a 3rd party, a Green Party, is a great idea. And I will support their candidates in a local election. But until they build up enough support to get some House and Senate seats, there is no way I am going to vote for their candidates on a national level. Build a third party, don't just think you can walk in and make a showing on a national stage. Unless you are Oprah.
Timewalker
November 4th, 2008 at 3:34 am
Huzzah, you Fancy Bastards! I as well disagree with your choice, but applaud your stand and appreciate your civility.
Shakey
November 4th, 2008 at 4:20 am
Did you see that poster released by Grey New York switching their skin colours around?

http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/2008/nov/04/adver...
bloodjun
November 4th, 2008 at 4:46 am
I don't think South Dakota is smart enough to vote for Obama… but I will cast my vote even if it is pointless… funny comic man… here's to hoping *crosses fingers*
Sumit
November 4th, 2008 at 4:53 am
Be sure to check your vote if you're in a state with electronic voting. Reports are coming in that the machines de-select your vote. Be sure to select the button just lets your review all your selections before you cast!
DrOswald
November 4th, 2008 at 5:08 am
Oh, I know how screwed up Utah is politically. I know people who still insist that Bush was a great president. My point is that if even the totally messed up people of this state are starting to see the light then things are looking up. But I am an incurable optimist, so there you go.

I should mention that I like living in Utah, the only real problem here is politics. Most of the people here were raised to vote Republican come hell or high water. I myself tend to lean Republican, but I am voting almost entirely democrat this season because they are the better candidates.
hijinksensue
November 4th, 2008 at 5:14 am
Just keep in mind that this comic was never supposed to be "fair and balanced." Look at it as if it were my blog. I have opinions and this is how I voice them. I think Heroes sucks, so I do comics to that effect. I think Indy 4 sucked, etc etc. This is my sounding board/ soap box, not "equal time for all ideas." Thats what the comments are for (and you are using them correctly). Another thing to remember is that I try to keep HE topical to what matters to geeks. Im hoping this election matters. I would be remiss if I didnt weigh in on it at some point.
hijinksensue
November 4th, 2008 at 5:15 am
Obama looks like Dave Chapelle's white newscaster
klinqueen
November 4th, 2008 at 5:29 am
agreed. I keep telling everyone that if we have a repeat of 2000, what will happen will make the French Revolution look tame.

Must have a victorious Robobama shirt!
DrOswald
November 4th, 2008 at 5:36 am
I personally believe in the 2 party system. Imagine we didn't have a 2 party system, that anyone who could fund a campaign could have a shot at president. We might end up with 6 or 7 strong candidates. If that happened, when the election was done and over it is probable that the new president would only be supported by a quarter of the population. Can you imagine the corruption that would come into the system if the president only had to secure a quarter of the vote to win? Can you imagine the bitching and whining of the 3/4ths that didn’t want that candidate? The 2 party system helps avoid corruption and chaos in our political system which is corrupt and chaotic enough as it is.
Dean
November 4th, 2008 at 5:58 am
LOL, nice one.
Dean
November 4th, 2008 at 6:00 am
What is this… "Utah"… you speak of?

jk
Dean
November 4th, 2008 at 6:08 am
Best advice I've heard in years.
Dean
November 4th, 2008 at 6:14 am
I'd like to see a high-res of Robobama, ESPECIALLY if you can make it in this pose:
http://www.criticalgamers.com/archives/pictures/L...
Dean
November 4th, 2008 at 6:17 am
Should Robobama lose, I second the invasion. Please don't kill us; just reform our government.
Dean
November 4th, 2008 at 6:19 am
"Hoborobobama" is awesome. And since Josh is there, it's more like "Homohoborobobama".
Dean
November 4th, 2008 at 6:23 am
I felt the same way until I voted for Ralph Nader in 2000. I then saw Gore lose to Bush. Had all the Nader votes gone to Gore (who was the closer candidate, politically), Bush would've lost and the world would be quite a different place. Until a third party can make a major political stand, this is a two party system. That may seem sad and defeatist, but that's reality, in my opinion.
Troy
November 4th, 2008 at 6:24 am
LOL…with Eli it becomes Tacohomohoborobobama

What 4(ish) letter, end's in 'o' things can we come up with for Joel and Denise?
Ben
November 4th, 2008 at 6:25 am
I understand it's your forum to say what you wish. I would never question your right to express your opinions on here or anywhere. That's a freedom I hold dear and love to see other people expressing.

I wasn't even bothered until I saw the title "Don't Fuck This Up America".. because I get annoyed to have my vote referred to as "fucking up." While you have the right to say that, I don't think it helps anything.
Dean
November 4th, 2008 at 6:27 am
I respect your right to vote and your encouragement of others to do so. Since this isn't a political forum I won't ask for your reasons to vote for McCain, but honesty is always appreciated - even on the interwebs!
Dean
November 4th, 2008 at 6:53 am
I was trying to come up with something for Eli - nicely done!

I couldn't think of anything for Joel, and I don't know enough about Denise. She's kinda like Racer X - the cool voice of reason when situations get wacky that no one knows much about.
fluffrick
November 4th, 2008 at 7:00 am
A little off-topic, but io9 have a link to the Roslin 08 shirt in their SF election story today - surely it's the sworn duty of Fancy Bastards to head over there and post like crazy in support of this fine site?
hijinksensue
November 4th, 2008 at 7:21 am
I think you dip your finger in ink and they shave off one of your eye brows.
hijinksensue
November 4th, 2008 at 7:21 am
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!
DarkSybarite
November 4th, 2008 at 7:42 am
Unless, of course, Cheney has both candidates (and their 'mates) killed, and then Bush calls for an emergency extension and martial law.

But I'm sure THAT won't happen!
Andrew
November 4th, 2008 at 7:46 am
Not only do I share your nervousness on the election tomorrow (today for you Fancy Bastids on the Eastern Seaboard) but for Prop 8 in California. You think you've seen fear mongering? Wait until you've seen commercials exploiting kids to scare folks into banning gay marriages.

If you're in California, for the love of God, recognize another person's right to happiness, don't give in to fear based on a religion maybe not even your own and vote no on *.

There, it ain't much but I feel slightly better.Best of luck out there folks.
Andrew
November 4th, 2008 at 7:47 am
The star in the above post should say 8 - it's late and I'm tired.
Timewalker
November 4th, 2008 at 8:08 am
Well, in that case we would need an adjustment to the current electoral process. Instant runoff elections, or multiple selections based on preference. - I really like Candidate C, but if he doesn't get a majority, count my vote for B; or even a more parlimentary system.
Josh
November 4th, 2008 at 8:09 am
I generally tend to play middle of the road, politically, but I usually find myself playing advocate for those who get dumped on. That being said, one thing boggles my mind. It seems that Bush is a scapegoat, to some degree. You learn in your basic high school government class about the system of checks and balances that is the Legislative, Judicial, and Executive branches of the US Government. Laws that are signed and policies that are approved all go through the Senate and the House of Representatives WHICH, I might point out, is controlled by the Democrats, with a Republican signing the bills (or not) when they get to him. Congress's approval rating is lower than Bush's even.

An amusing solution: Make serving in the senate mandatory, and random selection. Like jury duty ^_^
Destiny
November 4th, 2008 at 8:33 am
I'm going to figure out how a lady can vote with her junk…somehow. I think it's all about pencil placement.
Tankobite
November 4th, 2008 at 8:45 am
Maybe first, but not the last. This shall be the glorious stand of the right wing of the fancy bastards. If this is to be our end, then so be it, then we shall go out in a blaze of glory and what not!
John
November 4th, 2008 at 9:26 am
Write in Ron Paul!
I voted today | the rabbit hole
November 4th, 2008 at 9:53 am
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Ben
November 4th, 2008 at 10:03 am
I'm really disappointed to see this comic. I know most geeks support Obama so you weren't really risking losing any readers by posting this (nor will you lose me), but it seems like everyone chimes in on the election when they don't need to. I want to have some internet entertainment that doesn't tell me who to vote for, I'll do that research myself.

It's great to see so many people getting involved. Democracy is alive and well!
Shakey
November 4th, 2008 at 10:37 am
I'm sure you've seen Point Break - Utah is that crazy wooden FBI surfer who shoots into the air instead of doing his job.
Carlo
November 4th, 2008 at 10:39 am
Classic. Loving it.

God, I hope this turns out good. I couldn't stand seeing the US go down in a civil war after another vote stealing.
Shakey
November 4th, 2008 at 10:49 am
It's not like Joel's using his Macromancer mind-trickery to swing you to a pro-Obama position, is it. He has a right to express his beliefs in his own corner of teh interwebs and given how this election will affect us ALL, not just you Americans, I think everybody can freely "chime in" when it comes to election time.

And surely it's not just geeks who'd vote Obama, it's anybody with a modicum of common-sense. McCain may have merits of his own but let's be honest he'll be dead before the end of his term which brings that wonderfully honest, sane, intelligent and pious VP of his into power…now THAT will truly be the end of us all.
Mutant enemy
November 4th, 2008 at 11:33 am
Just got back from voting for Robobama and now I'm heading back to bed. Go vote! I am America and so can you!,
Not_Mandatory
November 4th, 2008 at 12:15 pm
I approve this comic. Also, I feel you on the nervousness. I live in fear that the polls are ALL wrong, or the Dems will get lazy thinking its in the bag and not vote. I did find a bright side to this. Either way it goes, its NOT BUSH!
Diraan
November 4th, 2008 at 12:54 pm
I live in Canada-land, so I don't get a vote. But I swear to god almighty, if you guys elect McCain I am gonna fly down there and kick some ass!

PS. Voltron is baller
Tankobite
November 5th, 2008 at 1:59 am
Ah, yes because I'm responsible for Obama's association with him and McCain's subsequent emphasis. And of course I supported it and the adds that made such a big deal about Reverend Wright. So that makes my vote invalid and for a fucked up America, not just a different view.____All I said was it was offensive, how does what McCain's add says have to do with me thinking that the title was less than fair to me and the other Conservative Bastards.

And please don't get all morally righteous. Both sides ran attack adds; I recall one belittling McCain's inexperience with computers which ignored mittigating circumstances. Again, I'm not complaining, I'm just saying both sides have dirt on their hands.
Tankobite
November 5th, 2008 at 3:08 am
Yeah that is a little offensive.

Today's a nasty day for me; my wargaming group basically broke up due to personality conflicts, I was the only one to show up to extra PT…so I had all attention focused on me, McCain's losing, my girlfriend appears to be in the process of breaking up with me, I have a honors paper I have to present at a historical conference, and now I can't focus.
Dean
November 5th, 2008 at 3:50 am
"I know kung-fu!"
Oh wait - wrong Keanu movie.
hijinksensue
November 5th, 2008 at 3:51 am
At least Dallas voted for Obama.
Dean
November 5th, 2008 at 3:54 am
Oh, so she's Canadian?
Dean
November 5th, 2008 at 4:02 am
That's a very good point about the advantage of the 2 party system. Thanks for breaking it down that way!
Aaron
November 5th, 2008 at 6:25 am
FUCKING VICTORY!
Aaron
November 5th, 2008 at 6:27 am
I didn't appreciate McCain associating Obama with a terrorist. People say and do things on both sides that offend the other. You have to roll with it.
Zelia
November 5th, 2008 at 7:16 am
I'm a pretty new reader of the comic and I wanted to write something nice about how I like it, but I'm still so excited, etc. to know that Barack Obama is our newly elected president I can't think straight. Obama Obama. Yes we can!
Didu
November 5th, 2008 at 8:26 am
Fancy Americans with your blazing junk or voting swords, well done! And thank you.
I'm happy to know there's still some justice and hope left in the world.

-D
hijinksensue
November 5th, 2008 at 8:44 am
Whoah, its cool. Again, I am just throwing out my own opinions and using exaggeration for effect. Sorry if you got offended, but please dont take my silly comics that seriously.
Tankobite
November 5th, 2008 at 9:43 am
No, I'm fine, just seconding someone else's opinion. What I'm reacting to is the other guy's statement.
Santy
November 5th, 2008 at 10:50 am
i second that, Double Lol
Aaron
November 5th, 2008 at 11:07 am
I'm not getting morally righteous. My point was both sides say and do things that offend the others. I never said you were responsible. If you want to get that upset about it I would suggest finding another forum to do so as there are many political websites to go to. This is a webcomic meant for entertainment. Joel has his opinion and you either agree or you don't. Making a big fuss about it isn't going to change things.
quoteguy
November 5th, 2008 at 12:52 pm
made me laugh really hard! i love Point Break!
quoteguy
November 5th, 2008 at 12:54 pm
Robobama can't lose. He's fucking Voltron! Not literally, of course. But he could if he wanted!
QingTing
November 7th, 2008 at 6:11 am
I still want a B'arack son of Obama shirt. Can I send a donation and make my own?

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