What does "change" even mean?

Question

When someone says that, until they are more specific, I don't believe a word out of their mouth. How about you?

Answer 1

You are right, change is such a generic concept, that it is meaningless by itself. Until he tells us exactly what he is going to change, I can't get too excited.

Answer 2

Change: from the text book defintion to the working defintion.

Huge differences.



1. Obama says he will change how money is raised to run

campaigns. He lied. Bundlers and George Soros have

seen to this Puppets money needs. Not single mom and

pop saying lets not eat today,. Send Stymie the money.



2. Obama says he will change How DC does business.

He lied. Same ole Same ole in DC. Look at Reid and Pelosi.



3.Obama says he will change anything to fit what anyone

wants to hear, Now that he has been successful on. He will

lie to more people in the scope of one hour than most will

in a lifetime.



4. Obama says JOBS. will bring em to ya. OVER 10 Year

plan. What happened to today. Tomorow or the next day.



5. Obama says FUEL I will Change that for you. He LIED.

he is a stuck in the mud dem. Who would rather appease

the big oil producers than help the American People.



6. Obama says I'll change the ECONOMY. No President

in the History of this country has had the direct impedus

into doing a damn thing with the economy. The last damn

people in the world you want dealing in the Nations economy

are government.



7. Obama says I'll change to just change because change is

what I change best. Now we have reached the bottom of

the Obama barrell, we have him at his best. Full of Crap.

Answer 3

Change is not always good. It is just different than the current situation.



Change for the sake of change, without a specific goal in mind is pointless, and can even lead to a worse situation.



For instance, a man is tired of his job, so he wants a change. Ok, so he quits. That's a change. But now he is unemployed. That is a bad change. He has no job. So he now takes the first job he can find, which turns out to be worse than the one he quit in the first place. It is certainly a change, but it has not brought progress.



See how this can go? Instead, he should have decided where he wanted to go and what he wanted to accomplish, then changed based on those goals. Change for the sake of change does not bring progress. Change with a specific goal might bring progress if you plan it out thoroughly and evaluate it frequently.

Answer 4

Change is another word or a new slogan to use in order to get elected & it works all the time and if you're asking about specific,we heard before about cleaning up & bringing

integrity back to the White house after the Clinton scandal & look what America is going through ! politician is a politician and you should know that there's no difference

between the Democrats or the Republicans

It's like two wings for one bird of prey,as pat Buchanan put it. please read his article about the same subject (Obama's war)

And here's a link :

http://www.buchanan.org/blog/

It's very good reading.

Answer 5

If nobody challenges him for a definition, he doesn't have to give one.



Obama realizes that he's better off with a generic appeal to all Bush-haters alike than limiting himself. He gets to run against Bush even though Bush isn't running.



He cannot run as your standard liberal, even now. The Democrats tried that in '04 when they were really running against Bush, and it didn't work. Most people hate Bush, though for very different reasons. We were angry at Bush in '04, but what happened? Kerry for the first time in his life ran an honest campaign, telling America that he was basically a Brahmin version of Dukakis, and he lost.



This country wants someone in between the 40 yard lines.



But if it doesn't have that choice - if the choice is someone on the right 25 versus someone on the left 25, they'll choose the one on the right 25, all other things being equal.



If Obama runs to the left, that would allow McCain to run to the right and McCain would win.



For Obama to win it has to be a battle over the center - because if Obama stays in the center, the lefties will still come out for him, in part because of his race, while the righties, no matter how many times you remind them of John Paul Stevens' age and Ruth Bader Ginsburg's health, will stay home if they remain convinced that McCain is a RINO.



McCain's moves to the center - and left, frankly - don't win him any support. He's having trouble with Latino voters now, despite his support for total amnesty for a measly five large.

Answer 6

"CHANGE", from the Obama book of definitions, the ability to change ones mind, stand, views , at the drop of a pin and blow hot air into a microphone. Obama changes direction more than the wind across the windy plains. Its impossible to keep up with all his changes. He talks and talks about change, but has not yet offered any solutions to any of the issues.

Answer 7

It means that if you elect Obama , change is all you will have in your pocket. Socialists, as you know have to pay 60% of their money in taxes.



Their health care is ineffiecient, with the inability to care for the masses, as there is not enough money for technology, equipment or research into good drugs. That is definitely a change.



Change by biting the hand that feeds you, by overtaxing those with money they worked to obtain. punishment for incentives, intiatives, and furhter investment in this country.



Lets "hope" that we don't have to go through this "change!"



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Answer 8

Change is a campaign theme that is used for every election. Its not new, but unless some details accompany this rhetoric, it is meaningless.

Answer 9

In terms of Obama; Change just means the status quo. Continuing the wars, spreading the wars, expanding the Government and continuing to devalue our currency.

Answer 10

Ron Paul doesn't need to use the word change, look at his policies and you know he's for change.

Answer 11

Mccain has been said to be a bush clone and probably will keep many of the policies of Bush which has nearly doubled our deficit in less than 8 years. That is worse than Carter and Hoover combined. People are trying to compare Obama to Carter why not compare Mccain to Carter instead??

Answer 12

He has know idea and will not say. He is a wonderful talker but says nothing. Peace

Answer 13

It means they are hoping you won't ask them about their plan or agenda and that you will put your own thoughts into what "change" you want and project that onto your candidate.





Basically a lame excuse for not having a plan.. Kind of like, figure it out as you go along.

Answer 14

Change is what is left in ones pockets after Obama gets his tax plan in place..

Answer 15

Change (Obama)- to do what I want to do and increase taxes and get all Republicans out of office.

Answer 16

Ya, but when they say "change we can believe in", I'm convinced.

Answer 17

I think it means "get ready im going to nickel and dime you"

Answer 18

here, here.



I've never seen so many follow empty words so blindly....

Answer 19

To each his/her own I suppose.

Answer 20

It's a word that strikes fear into the cold black heart of conservatives.

Answer 21

well he has told you his views on everything... they are indeed different than the current administration. I don't understand how that would not be change. Maybe you should just use your brain

Answer 22

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change Audio Help /tʃeɪndʒ/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[cheynj] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation verb, changed, chang·ing, noun

–verb (used with object) 1. to make the form, nature, content, future course, etc., of (something) different from what it is or from what it would be if left alone: to change one's name; to change one's opinion; to change the course of history.

2. to transform or convert (usually fol. by into): The witch changed the prince into a toad.

3. to substitute another or others for; exchange for something else, usually of the same kind: She changed her shoes when she got home from the office.

4. to give and take reciprocally; interchange: to change places with someone.

5. to transfer from one (conveyance) to another: You'll have to change planes in Chicago.

6. to give or get smaller money in exchange for: to change a five-dollar bill.

7. to give or get foreign money in exchange for: to change dollars into francs.

8. to remove and replace the covering or coverings of: to change a bed; to change a baby.

–verb (used without object) 9. to become different: Overnight the nation's mood changed.

10. to become altered or modified: Colors change if they are exposed to the sun.

11. to become transformed or converted (usually fol. by into): The toad changed into a prince again.

12. to pass gradually into (usually fol. by to or into): Summer changed to autumn.

13. to make a change or an exchange: If you want to sit next to the window, I'll change with you.

14. to transfer between trains or other conveyances: We can take the local and change to an express at the next stop.

15. to change one's clothes: She changed into jeans.

16. (of the moon) to pass from one phase to another.

17. (of the voice) to become deeper in tone; come to have a lower register: The boy's voice began to change when he was thirteen.

–noun 18. the act or fact of changing; fact of being changed.

19. a transformation or modification; alteration: They noticed the change in his facial expression.

20. a variation or deviation: a change in the daily routine.

21. the substitution of one thing for another: We finally made the change to an oil-burning furnace.

22. variety or novelty: Let's try a new restaurant for a change.

23. the passing from one place, state, form, or phase to another: a change of seasons; social change.

24. Jazz. harmonic progression from one tonality to another; modulation.

25. the supplanting of one thing by another.

26. anything that is or may be substituted for another.

27. a fresh set of clothing.

28. money given in exchange for an equivalent of higher denomination.

29. a balance of money that is returned when the sum tendered in payment is larger than the sum due.

30. coins of low denomination.

31. any of the various sequences in which a peal of bells may be rung.

32. Also,'change. British. exchange (def. 10).

33. Obsolete. changefulness; caprice.

—Verb phrase34. change off, a. to take turns with another, as at doing a task.

b. to alternate between two tasks or between a task and a rest break.



—Idioms35. change front, Military. to shift a military force in another direction.

36. change hands. hand (def. 47).

37. change one's mind, to change one's opinions or intentions.

38. ring the changes, a. to perform all permutations possible in ringing a set of tuned bells, as in a bell tower of a church.

b. to vary the manner of performing an action or of discussing a subject; repeat with variations.







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[Origin: 1175–1225; (v.) ME cha(u)ngen < AF, OF changer < LL cambiāre, L cambÄ«re to exchange; (n.) ME cha(u)nge < AF, OF, n. deriv. of the v.]



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chang·ed·ness Audio Help /ˈtʃeɪndʒɪdnɪs, ˈtʃeɪndʒd-/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[cheyn-jid-nis, cheynjd-] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation, noun





—Synonyms 1. transmute, transform; vary, mutate; amend, modify. Change, alter both mean to make a difference in the state or condition of a thing or to substitute another state or condition. To change is to make a material difference so that the thing is distinctly different from what it was: to change one's opinion. To alter is to make some partial change, as in appearance, but usually to preserve the identity: to alter a dress (to change a dress would mean to put on a different one). 3. replace, trade. 4. trade. 7. convert. 10. vary, mutate, amend. 18. transmutation, mutation, conversion, vicissitude. 21. exchange. 25, 26. replacement.

—Antonyms 10. remain. 18. permanence.

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Definitions of change on the Web:



* cause to change; make different; cause a transformation; "The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city"; "The ...

* an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another; "the change was intended to increase sales"; "this storm is certainly a change for the worse"; "the neighborhood had undergone few modifications since his last visit years ago"

* undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature; "She changed completely as she grew older"; "The weather changed last night"

* a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event; "he attributed the change to their marriage"

* become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence; "her mood changes in accordance with the weather"; "The supermarket's selection of vegetables varies according to the season"

* the action of changing something; "the change of government had no impact on the economy"; "his change on abortion cost him the election"

* the result of alteration or modification; "there were marked changes in the lining of the lungs"; "there had been no change in the mountains"

* switch: lay aside, abandon, or leave for another; "switch to a different brand of beer"; "She switched psychiatrists"; "The car changed lanes"

* change clothes; put on different clothes; "Change before you go to the opera"

* the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due; "I paid with a twenty and pocketed the change"

* exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category; "Could you convert my dollars into pounds?"; "He changed his name"; "convert centimeters into inches"; "convert holdings into shares"

* a thing that is different; "he inspected several changes before selecting one"

* exchange: give to, and receive from, one another; "Would you change places with me?"; "We have been exchanging letters for a year"

* a different or fresh set of clothes; "she brought a change in her overnight bag"

* coins of small denomination regarded collectively; "he had a pocketful of change"

* transfer: change from one vehicle or transportation line to another; "She changed in Chicago on her way to the East coast"

* money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency; "he got change for a twenty and used it to pay the taxi driver"

* deepen: become deeper in tone; "His voice began to change when he was 12 years old"; "Her voice deepened when she whispered the password"

* variety: a difference that is usually pleasant; "he goes to France for variety"; "it is a refreshing change to meet a woman mechanic"

* remove or replace the coverings of; "Father had to learn how to change the baby"; "After each guest we changed the bed linens"

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* Change denotes the transition that occurs between one state to another.

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* Changé may refer to the following places in France: * Changé, Mayenne, a commune in the Mayenne department* Changé, Sarthe, a commune in the Sarthe department

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* Change was an Italian-American group formed in Bologna, Italy 1979 by the creative genius of businessman and executive producer Jacques Fred Petrus (1949-1986) and Mauro Malavasi (1958-). They were heavily influenced by legendary disco band Chic.

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* Shinui (שינוי) (original full name: Tenua le-Shinui ve Yozma and then to Shinui-Mifleget ha-Merkaz) is a Zionist, secular and anti-clerical, free market liberal party in Israel. Shinui is a member of the Liberal International. In Hebrew, the word Shinui literally means "reform" or "change". ...

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* "Change" is a pop ballad written by DEEKAY, Niara Scarlett, Heidi Range, Amelle Berrabah and Keisha Buchanan for the Sugababes fifth studio album, Change. It also was produced by DEEKAY and released as the album's second single on December 17, 2007 in the UK.. hmv.co.uk. Retrieved November 3 2007.

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* Change is the fifth studio album by British pop trio the Sugababes, released by Island Records on October 1, 2007 in the Netherlands and October 8, 2007 (see 2007 in music) in the United Kingdom. It's their first full album with Amelle Berrabah and features production by Dr. ...

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* Change is the first studio outing by Ray Wilson in 5 years. He started to gain success after a series of sold-out gigs during the 2001 Edinburgh Festival. The album achieved a new form of success and did a series of tour dates throughout Europe.

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* Change is the fourth album by German hard rock group Pink Cream 69. It was the first album with new singer David Readman.

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* "Change" is a single from American Idol finalist, Kimberley Locke, the first from her Based on a True Story album, after plans on promoting Supawoman as the lead single were canceled. ...

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* "Change" is the first single from Lisa Stansfield's album, Real Love.

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* "Change" is a song by the British band Tears for Fears. Written by Roland Orzabal and sung by bassist Curt Smith, it was the band's fourth single release. ...

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* Change is a copy protected CD album released in Germany by Vanessa Amorosi in 2002. Highest charts position on the German Top100 was at #64. After one week the album disappeared from the German charts. ...

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* "Change (In the House of Flies)", often referred to as "Change", was the first single from American alternative metal band Deftones' third album White Pony, released in May 2000. ...

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* Change is the second and final album released by American country music band Sons of the Desert. It was released in 2000 on MCA Nashville Records, and contains the singles "Change", "Albuquerque" and "What I Did Right".

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* Change is an album by The Dismemberment Plan. It was released on October 23, 2001 on DeSoto Records. It was recorded by J. Robbins at Inner Ear Studios in Arlington, Virginia and it was mixed by Chad Clark. It was the Plan's last studio album.

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* The process of becoming different; A replacement; Smaller denominations of money given in exchange for a larger denomination; Money given back when a customer hands over more than the exact price of an item; Coins; A change-up pitch; To become something different; : (transitive, ergative ...

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* a place of (financial or commercial) exchange, as in the King's or Queen's Exchange (1601); a money changer's office (1569); the 'Burse' or Exchange built in London by Sir Thomas Gresham in 1566 received from Queen Elizabeth I the name of the Royal Exchange.

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* changing one card (or object) for another.

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* As the factory system shrouded over workers, conditions in the workplace declined, pay was low and animosities among ...

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* The addition, modification or removal of approved, supported or baselined hardware, network, software, application, environment, system, desktop build or associated documentation.

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* to make different

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* The appraisal principle that holds that no physical or economic condition remains constant. Change frequency The frequency (in months) of payment ...

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* The appraisal principle that holds that no physical or economic condition remains constant.

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* A change represents the difference between the contents of the depot in two subsequent Revisions. A change is also a tree delta.

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* is crucial as a driver within physical geography (as seen in processes such as coastal erosion) and human geography, as seen in issues such as urban redevelopment, or population growth. Managing change is a key aspect of geography - we learn from past changes and predict and manage future ones. ...

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* Changes to the deliverables, scope or objectives of a project

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* The difference between the last