I can't say that for a fact socialism is the ultimate goal of Obama's administration. I am not a fan of his policies, and I didn't vote him into office, but I won't make the claim when it's not something anyone besides him really knows the answer to. If that is his motive then I think it should become clearer in time, and I sincerely doubt that Americans will welcome the idea. I believe that they will most definitely put a stop to it should it become an undeniable goal of his or the Democratic party. Saying that, I don't think Republicans, conservatives, or even independents help their respective causes by alienating those individuals who see it as fear-mongering.