By popular demand Elbert Wade, PMAFA-certfied professional consultant astrologer for over 35 years, has decided to present the birth horoscopes and offer his astrological comments about both presidental candidates: John S. McCain lll (RINO -- Republican in Name Only) and Barack H. Obama ll (extreme far-left liberal Democrat) chosen by primary voters for the November 4, 2008 general election. After a study of both the Obama and McCain natal horoscopes, Elbert Wade believes both are poor choices for America's future but nevertheless these are the frontrunners. Note: Neither horoscope includes a complete in-depth reading but only comments on horoscopic factors voters might consider important when selecting the future leader of the free world. [There are problems, especially with Senator Barack Obama's horoscope regarding the place of birth, but I will go with the "official" reported data. Also there may be a problem with Senator John McCain's horoscope related to the time of birth. His mother reports he was born "around 9 AM" -- which may or may not be accurate.] Below is the Barack Obama natal horoscope with astrological "highlights" (comments) beneath the chart. To see the other frontrunner John McCain's horoscope and astrological "highlights" (comments), please click here.
First, and of utmost importance, note that there are only 2 planets on the left half (rising side) of the circle (horoscope) and 8 planets on the right half (setting side). Additionally the 2 planets (Jupiter and Saturn) on the left are in the 12th-house, the house of "limitations," meaning their "power" is severely reduced. [For further in-depth and detailed information regarding this, see Are You A Leader or Follower? Your Horoscope Can Tell You on this website since 06/09/02 -- over 6 years.]
Without any astrological doubt whatsoever this Barack Obama birth chart is the horoscope of a "follower," not a "leader." With such a weak-left versus a strong-right configuration the individual is severely limited when it comes to making decisions and acting unless they have the support, backing and/or steering from "outsiders." In simple terms these individuals normally are best suited as the "employee" rather than the "boss," the "puppet" rather than the "puppeteer." As a Commander-in-Chief this could present severe problems.
Clearly the inner desire/motivation to "control" and/or "co-operate" is equally balanced -- 5 planets (Moon, Mercury, Sun, Uranus, Saturn) in masculine (active, action) signs and 5 planets (Venus, Pluto, Mars, Neptune, Jupiter) in feminine (passive, "adjusting") signs. However, the marked imbalance: only 2 "weakened" planets rising -- on the left side -- versus 5 planets in masculine signs normally results in inner frustration and the liklihood of making unwise or wrong decisions regarding critical matters mainly as the result of attempts to prove they actually are "super-smart," in total control, and are immune from making errors.
Senator Obama's Sun-Sign (basic inner self) is Leo -- the Lion, 'king of beasts.' This is the "star" sign which loves to be in the spotlight, to show off, to be the center of attention. Typically there is a clearly-evident huge and overblown ego. The most recent Leo president was Bill Clinton. Other Leo presidents: Herbert Hoover and Benjamin Harrison.
The rising sign (ascendant -- outer self, personality) is Aquarius -- associated with the planet Uranus. Uranus is regarded astrologically as indicating the "flip-flop," the "unexpected," the "unusual," the "original," the "reformer" and possibly even the "weird." Often Uranus' rulership of the ascendant makes for some type of perhaps unusual and somewhat striking physical appearance feature(s) and/or mannerisms.
The Moon-Sign is Gemini. The Moon is associated with the emotions. Since Gemini is an air (mental) sign this can suggest shallow, ever-changing and superficial emotions/feelings. Translated this can mean "talk the talk" rather than "walk the walk."
Further, the 4th-house Moon -- indicating many changes of residence -- with its three squares ("hard" aspects) to Uranus (ruler of his ascendant/personality) and Pluto (ruler of his 10th-house of career and profession), and to the Moon's North Node all in the 7th-house of partners/associates can indicate difficulties working constructively with others. The two trines ("easy" aspects) to Jupiter and Saturn in the "secret" and "behind-the-scenes" 12th-house can add to an inclination to make non-disclosed or totally-concealed "deals."
With the 'Part of Fortune' in the 10th-house of recognition, fame and "stardom," it is not at all surprising that Mr. Barack Obama has gained such unbelievable "rock-star" renown by doing little other than just running for president.
The 7th-house of partnerships and close associates/associations, containing three planets (Uranus, Pluto, Mars) as well as the North Node of the Moon, is a very interesting focal point. The North Node here would indicate he is lucky in forming beneficial-to-himself alliances, contracts, agreements, contacts. Uranus also here would suggest some associates/associations are "unusual" or "secret," "unexpected" or "suprising." Pluto here could indicate some associates/associations might even prove to be "shady." Mars in the 7th-house (co-ruler of his 2nd-house of money) tends to indicate financial support (money) by/through "partnerships" -- and since Mars trines ("easy" aspects) both Jupiter and Saturn in the 12th-house of "hidden-from-view" matters, this might indicate massive amounts of "concealed" or "under-the-table" funds or other types of generally unknown, not publically disclosed monetary and/or other types of support.
Another interesting factor is Mercury (the mind/nerves) in the 6th-house of health and well-being and its opposition ("hard" aspects) to Saturn (possible depression) and Jupiter (possible euphoria) in the 12th-house of limitations and hidden/private or undisclosed matters. This could suggest the possibilty of extreme mood swings alternating, often rapidly and unexpectedly, between being "on top of the world" to being "totally down in the dumps."
There is a "T-square" footing on Neptune (ruler of his 2nd-house of money/priorities) in the 9th-house of beliefs, philosophies, religion, dealings with those at or from a distance (foreigners), combined with oppositions ("hard" aspects) from Mercury (ruler of Mr. Obama's 6th-house of health and his work) to both Jupiter and Saturn in the 12th-house of limitations. It is difficult to ascertain -- without client feedback -- what this might mean. Possibilities relative to the duties of President of the United States of America could include at least the following: (1) Problems when dealing with foreign governments, especially related to money/trade matters; (2) Difficulty in working productively on any/all important matters with foreign leaders/countries or courts; and/or (3) A marked difficulty in determining the difference between what is hoped (hoped for) will happen and what is actually desirable.
There is much more but since Senator Barack Obama did not order or request my professional astrological services, that is all I will explore at this time.
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