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yeah okay all i can say is that obama won't be able to make the cut, not while hilary is around at least!

I have a concern that needs to be clarified, was Barack Obama a Muslim and if so, whys is Opera supporting him if her beliefs fall under Scientology? Please reply.

Not that i'm a Hillary fan but, Bill is her husband reguardless of his ties to the Whitehouse. SO HE SHOULD BE THERE TO SUPPORT HER! All you people who thinks it's WRONG for him to be there and can somehow say it relates to Oprah being there for Obama is rediculous! That is unless the two O's are married.
I personally don't care for "O", I think she uses whites for her own black agenda.
And she thinks she is "something else", just ask her.
I think Obama has a black agenda too. If you look at his web site, he still fights for civil rights and he is gonna stop racial profiling ( I'm sure the muslims will love that one too). The muslims are already suing this country left and right. I was watching the news the other night and two black spokesmen for Obama were on
and they said that Obama had told them that he had "Years of opression to make up to the black man." Hummm..sounds racist to me.
I also don't think he is tough enough on immigration, seems we have forgotten how many illegals are in this country and something needs to be done!

Obama is a very handsome man and he gives GREAT speeches, but when he is not prepared for the question, he doesn't do as well.

The strange thing is, when Obama won in Iowa it was great! Finally, the black people have a chance to see that white people aren't as racist as they think.
That was a big moment for America, but I still don't think he's qualified to run this country.

If Obama is nominated, then a lot of democrats will not even vote. I know I won't.

As Oprah gets older the more I see that I truly do not like who she really it. No white children in her African school, Supporting Obama (surely based on skin) and the muted racist comments. If Obama were white, Oprah would not be supporting him, nor would she be supporting Clinton. Voting should be based on the candidates ability to lead our country whether Black or white and our votes should not be influenced by anyone society deems to be GREAT. Maybe Oprah should run for president. I personally will not vote for anyone who does not fit the bill and definately not for anyone who slaps our country in the face with the failure to site our state pledge. The Oprah stance is to win the votes of Women and blacks – We need equalism not racism!!

The first time Opra had Obama on her show she was giddy. He was called the rising star of the Democratic paty. Obama has a long way to rise yet to get to a place to be president. OJT is not an option in a world of succh peril.
I never understood the Opra factor and why people think she is magical. She supports Obama because he is black. If he were not in this race she would have had all the candidates of interest on. She is also a woman which stumps me. I think she is reinventing herslef. Doesn't work for me.

Karen Brun – Anyone can get shot at a gas station, BUT it is different for BLACK people. Ask the kids involved in Jena 6

Abel, if you believe that "Celebs need to stay out of politics", then tell Bill Clinton to stop campaigning for Hillary. Do you have any idea how many votes she willget because of HIM, that have nothing to do with her or her merits? And while you'rer at it, why don't you tell Arnold Schwarznegger to get out of politics, too. Not going to happen. I'm glad to see Obama has somebody famous on his side to level the field.

I don't know – someone casting a vote for Obama because of Oprah is really no different than someone casting a vote for Hillary because of Bill. Is it?

That's what I find sad – that elections today are not about candidates or where they stand on the issues – they're all about "sideshows", soundbytes, and distractions. Remember John Kerry – Great example. "Can't vote for him, he's a Horseface." How many people wish they voted for "Horseface" now?

Sure, Oprah has a right to wave her arms around and get the audience to scream with laughter or to hold hands and cry, but she's unable to tell us what results Barack Obama has produced for Illinois.

I believe that Oprah's support for Obama is primarily based on the fact that he is black. I would be very disappointed if her endorsement made a change in the primaries.

For those posting that they don't know what OBAMA stands for or what his policies are I simply ask that you do your homework. Go to Obama's campaign web site and read his positions and his speeches.

Then Go to Clinton's and Edwards and Biden's,
Then go to Giuliani's and Thompsons, and Romney's.

After you have studied and are less ignorant than you are now.,,,and I can say with certainty that most of you ARE ignorant....THEN explain why you disagree with OBAMA's politics or CLinton's politics or Romney's politics.... Otherwise. Don't waste my time posting here.

You go gal! certainly this is not Clinton and Hsu. White people have always done this kid of stuff. Now that it is a black person, due to so much program that people have heard over years now seem not right. I think this is absolutely ok and should be taken ok. Just like you would receive other news and have an impact on you on other people and not the same for others. We need to correct that. Obama can get as much help as he can.There are many rich people that need to go the polls too and Oprah can be a voice for Obama. I certain back this idea.

Obama's candidacy is a joke. His inexperience and naivete is matched only by his chances of wnning the nomination. Dems need to face the fact that the reason they lost to a mediocre Bush twice is because of their weak nominees. It appears they will make the same mistake this time, too.

If Oprah is only endorsing because he is black, I can't wait for Homer Simpson and Eric Cartman to endorse Ron Paul and Mitt Romney as being two-dimensional jokes.

Has America seen Oprah Winfrey’s home? Celebrityhomesphotos.com; some may have opinions that she may be trying to pay for this election.

the real intention behind Oprah's support is simply based on racial background only. It seems that Oprah herself is not tolerating racism but she turns out to be one herself. Her comments about her hiring so many 'white folks' and her unsubstantial support for Obama clearly show that she is a racist, the black against all other races. Her statement about "she knows Obama well" seems to be all on racial motive. It will be interesting to know how long exactly Oprah knows Mr. Obama as he is only becoming a public figure in the past couple years at most. Oprah is so busy to even call David Letterman to go on her show and tells me that she knows Mr. Obama well, whom is not even on anyone radar 2 years ago. A black US president is possible in the future, but at least he/she has to be the best qualified candidate at that time. I am sorry for now that Mr. Obama just simply lacks experience in all aspects of politic. I cannot vote for someone because of his skin color, not to mention his naiveness in foreign policy certainly will jeopardise the security of the whole country!

^^^Some white Americans are just plain dumb! Now all of a sudden Oprah is a racist lol and oh yeah Obama is a racist right! get a grip please your part of our problem today.

Using Oprah to get African American women voters??? Look at Oprah's studio audience.....99% white women. How is Oprah helping to attract african-american voters? Maybe he should get Tyra Banks to campaign for him if he is looking for african american votes.

Is Oprah supporint Obama, just because he's black? I think so!

Anyone who says that they don't even know what Obama stands for and he is just all charm but not substance should read his book, or get his book thourgh itunes and listen carefully. All his answers are right there. ALL! This is a highly intellingent human being with good judgement. Stop repeating what Bill "Orally" and Rush say and do your own research. Be an educated voter.

I think Oprah could help his campaign. Oprah has made an educated and intelligent decision to support him. I am not made that she is using her position or the platform she has to support him. I would too. I don't care if she is supporting him because he is Black or because he would be a great leader. I don't think it is because he is black, but based on knowing who Obama is.

Oprah has the biggest disconnection from African-Americans among any celebrity. That is not a bad thing. She doesn't have to cater to Blacks because she is Black. But if you ever look at her show, whites outnumber blacks like 300 to 1. I am serious. Look at the show. So this isn't about him being black.

While I don't support Obama nor will I vote for him as an African-American, I think he could be a good president. People says he is inexperienced especially in foreign affairs. Well, so was Bill Clinton and we all know how that turned out.

Rather people know it or not. The presidency isn't about experience, it is ON THE JOB TRAINING. I'm Republican, but George Bush isn't exactly the most experienced person Republicans have.

Anybody candidate would love to have Oprah's endorsement, Reps and Dems. Imagine if Dave Letterman supported Guliani or if Jay Leno supported JOhn Edwards. Or if Ellen Degeneras supported Mitt Romney. (Excuse me, editor scratch that last one.)

I will leave like it this. The Democrats have a 99% chance of winning the presidency, whoever they put. But if they keep hitting each other about celebrity endorsements and a whole bunch of other stuff, the United States will end up with another republican. Which I do want? I like Romney, Thompson, and Guliani.

Democrats, don't kill yourself with things like race and celebrity endorsements. Go ahead and get the Clinton-Obama ticket and clean up. Orpah can run White House communications. She'll be giving out gift bags at every press conference. Plus the White HOuse galas would be off the chain.

There are Idiots here, who keep mentioning RACE, pathetic people, what does the Color of one's skin have to do with Anything? you are just FOOLS, to the bone, no one can help you! I can't even waste more words on you, RACE at this Era should not be an issue, your Grandparents would be so sick of you!!

Oprah has her constitutional rights to support any candidate she likes, black white, blue or red. She chose Obama who is neither black nor white and who talks of USA rather than blue or red states. Who talks more Common sense than political sense. And this annoys those who would rather see the divide between us.

The energy agaisnt Obama and Oprah is not because of what they stand for but because these people know that Oprah's endorsement will shift a very good number of voters to Obama.
Nobody would have cared if it was otherwise.
Vote wisely.

Kate in Woodland Hills does not know how offensive her comment sounds to most right thinking Americans. It is a premitive thought process, not befitting an enlightened society. Could it possibly be that Obama is Oprah's Senator in IL.? Is it possible she feels connected to him based on the "O" thing both share in their names, or perhaps, he is the first PERSON who has inspired her? Stop being affraid of African-Americans who try to make a positive difference in all of our lives, including their own. STOP IT!

Oprah has never endorsed a candidate before; I heard her say that on one of the shows. She's not even "partisan," IMO, as I recall her being very nice to George Bush when he went on her show in 2000.

She's supporting Barack Obama because she is a believer in the opportunity to change America and the world that Obama represents. That he is a person of color is part of it but also his personal heritage, his life story, his plain-speaking opposition to the Iraq War (a dumb war); his not speaking in soundbites; his age; his appeal across all kinds of lines; and the desire of the country for change.

I do agree with Columbia, SC that someone needs to sit Michelle Obama down for a talking-to. That "stinky" remark was the second time she made a bad mistake that I've seen. The first was the 60 Minutes interview where she's asked about whether she fears for his safety and she says that she knows that "as a black man" her husband could get killed when he stops for gas. So could anyone! What an out-of-touch devoid-of-empathy-for-others remark that was. I worry about my husband and my daughter all the time. Michelle should take some guidance from her husband and sit back and be thoughtful and then she won't make these odd, snappy remarks.

I hope Oprah brings Barack Obama a lot of luck and support.

Teri,

You do know that Obama is a Christian. He goes to the same church that Oprah goes to.

Taylor,

Obama has more time in office that Hillary Clinton, or John Edwards, neither of which has any executive experience either.

Of the top Democrats Obama actually has the most experience.

Some are commenting that Obama isn't the first black candidate, so that saying that Oprah is endorsing him because he is the first black candidate isn't the case, etc........

" there have been black candidates for president in previous elections, including Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, and Carol Mosely-Braun."

Come on, folks. Just how important were the candidates mentioned above? Did any of them have a snowball's chance in you know where to get elected? No. Of course they didn't, and Oprah would have made a complete fool of herself if she had endorsed one of them. Obama is one of the front runners (after Hillary. GO, HILLARY!!!!) and Oprah thinks he is the first black that has a chance. This is why she is indorsing him.

the real intention behind Oprah's support is simply based on racial background only. It seems that Oprah herself is not tolerating racism but she turns out to be one herself. Her comments about her hiring so many 'white folks' and her unsubstantial support for Obama clearly show that she is a racist, the black against all other races. Her statement about "she knows Obama well" seems to be all on racial motive. It will be interesting to know how long exactly Oprah knows Mr. Obama as he is only becoming a public figure in the past couple years at most. Oprah is so busy to even call David Letterman to go on her show and tells me that she knows Mr. Obama well, whom is not even on anyone radar 2 years ago. A black US president is possible in the future, but at least he/she has to be the best qualified candidate at that time. I am sorry for now that Mr. Obama just simply lacks experience in all aspects of politic. I cannot vote for someone because of his skin color, not to mention his naiveness in foreign policy certainly will jeopardise the security of the whole country!

I don't think that Oprah is supporting Obama because of race, I think she's supporting him because she believes in him. I just do not think this man is ready to be president. If he wants to run in 8 years, I would probably vote for him, but not right now. We need someone with experience.

Thanks for blurring the line between entertainment and politics, Oprah. You have just contributed to the downfall of Western Civilization.

Oparah – What a truly lovely lady. Class Act for sure.

Thank you Oprah. I was a faithful watcher of your show and your magazine. I will not watch your show or read your books or mags. again because you are supporting Barak Obama for the Oval Office and I as an American do not want someone that was raised partly Muslim to be in the Oval Office. He should not hold any political office in the United States. Did you forget what Osama Bin Laden said? He said, It is the Muslims responsibility to kill Americans, men women and children. I have never heard Barack denounce the Muslims belief, therefore no Barack for President.

Barack Obama will be our next president. This country will begin take the steps necessary to resolve our legislative crisis and regain our leadership role in the world. Thank you Oprah for your support. For the ignorant people here talking all that racist trash......never mine it's useless to engage the worthless.

Obama 08!

Apparently, some folks on this blog are absolutely incapable of seperating race from their thought process. Let's see, Oprah is only supporting Obama because he is black. Right? This stupid point outlines one of the often "hard to explain" struggles of being a minority.

Think of two scenarios: The first involving Hillary clinton being backed by Bill, and a bunch of other well known celebrities (most of them white). To the average American, this is the status quo (i.e normal way of doing things)

Now imagine another scenario with Obama along with Oprah. An unbiased observer would be hard pressed to find the difference between the aforementioned scenarios. Ask the average American, and they will have no problem pointing out the racial angle.

This doesn't say much about the candidates, but actually reveals a lot about the character of people who do this. In other words, they've made something out of nothing. As an American who grew up elsewhere, I can say without a doubt... Nothings makes white people (who make this sort of comment) more uncomfortable than a constructive gathering of African Americans. I see this all the time. It is quite educational!

Obama 08!!!

He will be unstoppable, not because of any endorsement, but simply because enough people are at least taking a look at him. That's all it took for me. Once I started investigating him fully, I realized that hands down he's the best candidate for the time of crisis we're in. I'm so weary as politics as usual and Obama is just the fresh face and fresh ideas that we need to turn this country around once and for all.

I've never been more excited about a candidate in my life. In fact I've never even bothered to be interested in one before except in a negative way.

I feel good about America for the first time in a long time. Oprah has the respect of millions because she's earned it by being level headed, hopeful and she doesn't dumb herself down. Soon people across the nation will Obama shares these exact same traits. The man is brilliant.

Kate et all

Why is it that when a Black person endorses Obama, “the ONLY reason they are doing so is because he (OBAMA) is Black ?" Yet you reserve that critique when other celebrities endorse other candidates of the same race. If Barbara Walters endorsed John Edwards, would she ‘ONLY be doing so because he (John Edwards) is White?’

This insinuation is almost as asinine as the question: "Is Obama Black enough?" This question implies that a Black candidate that is intelligent and can effectively ‘articulate’ a message with a subject/verb agreement is somehow NOT “Black enough!”

This type of nonsense is insulting not only to Black people – but the intelligence of all American people.

An American hoping for a better America!

Barack the best candidate for the job? How? Wait, don't answer that because you don't know. See, you've fallen for his charm and charisma like millions of others have. Anyone with charisma can stand up in front of a crowd and criticize Bush and say, "We need to. . ." "We should be. . ." "I promise to. . ." Obama is the very definition of a politician. . .someone who talks the talk long enough to get elected, but won't walk the walk once he's in office.

If a black person thinks he or she gets screwed she whines racism – it always isn't racism. So don't preach until you clean up your own house.

Posted By Getan Pade SD, CA : September 13, 2007 4:16 pm

It beggars belief that there are those like you Getan that think and say what you just wrote above. But alas there are. Good luck to you...I just wish you all those who think (bleat) like Getan would express themselves honestly and truthfully all the time especially when speaking to their black collegues/co-workers, friends (that's if you have any black friends). You get the drift Getan. I doubt however that you're this rabid in front of anyone "real"...just in the cyber-world. You're a coward.

WINNERS ARE ATTRACTED TO WINNERS

Oprah has a brilliant mind for business. She is better at business and finances than 90% + of the rest of the country. Warren Buffett is the second richest man in the country and honored as being a brilliant business man. It is well known he is a supporter of Obama.

Oprah and Buffett are among the very best examples of what makes America great. They have lived the American dream. They know about what makes America great and have a strong view on how to make America greater. They've chosen Obama as the politician who best represents their own view of the world.

Oprah's endorsement is important, because she is one of the most successful American's alive today. She is a role model for the American Dream.

People can dislike her, just as people dislike Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and Donald Trump.

Oprah is a very smart lady – no one can intelligently argue against that. She knows Obama very well from them both being in Chicago, and she knows he'd be a great president. So she is supporting him. She's not asking anyone to vote for him just because she is going to. She's asking people to actually look at what his views are. To take the time to read his speeches and policy ideas on his web page, rather than have it be presented as distortions and half-truths through the media.

That's all. No big deal.

I hope Oprah does jump on the trail..
Then Obama will fall further back in the polls..He will be no factor in the race when it's all said and done..And Hillary, John Edwards..If you win the nomination please don't pick Obama as your running mate because you will surely get crushed by the Republicans.
His recent comments about Iraq and meeting with US Enemies etc..has many not even taking him seriously..And that momentum is growing rapidly. With or without Oprah, no factor..

Oprah is NOT endorsing Senator Obama because of the color of the skin, just like she is NOT voting for Hilary just because she's a woman.
Oprah did NOT endorse Revs. Jesse Jackson or Al Sharpton OR Sen. Carol Mosley Brown when they ran for president so to say that Oprah likes Obama because of his skin color is in it of itself, racist.

Oprah is supporting Obama because he IS the best candidate with the best judgement, the right amount experience, and the best qualified person to LEAD, to Change this country and the terrible, divided direction it is going in, and will continue to be divided if Sen. Clinton is nominated.

WINNERS RAE ATTRACTED TO WINNERS

Well someone has to say it.

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The Momentum continues with daring positions on the issues and the continuing grass roots ground swell
for this natural leader and true agent
of creative and effective change. This promises to be one of the most interesting and pivotal presidential
elections ever. Thank you Barak Obama!!

When was the last time Oprah voted in a primary, wasn't it 1988? Good selection Mr. B. Hussein Obama!

It is Oprah's constitutional right to help Obama or whatever candidate she chooses. It is our right as citizens to change the channel and tune-out Oprah the talk-show-host.

I hope ALL citizens white, black, yellow, orange, red – look at the candidates for their VIEWS – and not simply their race or gender.

I wonder how many people are going to vote just because:
"well Oprah supports him... so he must be a good person. I guess I will vote for him too."

Educate yourselves people. Don't follow Left Celebrities or Right politicians.

Do your own research and vote for who YOU think will do the best job, not what oprah thinks.

Celebs need to stay out of politics way.

I have never watched her show as I work for a living, but I have a ton of respect for her, for her hard work and dedication.

She is the epitomy of capitalism and should be applauded for it.

She is also charitable as hell and you can't always say that about rich folk.

If she wants to endorse Obama, it's her time and money.

There is a possibility that Oprah may regret this decision because much like James Frey, portions of Obama's last book are in question.

http://thedcsir.blogspot.com/2007/09/james-frey-obama.html

Oprah should have just stayed as talk show host. Without her knowing a lot of her audience and fans are now starting to alienate her.

If a black person supports another black person, (usually) white people say it's because of race alone.
Posted By monica, rochester new york : September 13, 2007 3:57 pm

If a black person thinks he or she gets screwed she whines racism – it always isn't racism. So don't preach until you clean up your own house.

How can Senator Obama and Oprah continue to be so-called advocates for health care initiatives since Sen. Obama smokes and is yet to condemn such behavior, one of the most devastating to the health of Americans.

Obama says he now has "two powerhouse women" in his campaign with his wife and now Oprah – he gives Oprah equal billing as his wife. Now, I like Oprah, she needs to do another movie-win an oscar or something. But please, Oprah, stop playing with Barack's mind. Let the man and his wife do their thing.

Oprah is supporting Obama because he is inspirational, truthful, and incredibly rational. I bet the people who can't get past skin color have never taken the time to listen to Obama's speeches and research his ideas. There's a reason Obama drew a crowd of 20,000 people in Texas of all states, biggest ever in the history of all presidential candidates in ANY state- and it wasn't because he's black...

Hi Kate from Woodland Hills, CA

Why do you think Oprah is supporting Obama because he is black??

Having Oprah campaign for Obama is a bad move. I think she will alienate more voters than she will recruit.

Why isn't Oprah the candidate and Obama the endorser?

People who say Oprah is just supporting Obama because he's black, must not realize just how insulting that comes across. If a black person supports another black person, (usually) white people say it's because of race alone. Totally disregarding that Oprah is an intelligent, educated successful person capable of making intelligent decisions based on important facts. Obama is NOT the firt black alternative to come along (jackson, sharpton, chisolm have also run). Oprah knows Obama personally and knows better than anyone where he stands on the issues. My white brothers and sisters please stop accusing blacks of supporting other blacks just because of race. For the entire history of this country we've supported whites (when blacks were allowed to vote), I think we've done enough to prove we're willing to support whomever we think is the best candidate. I don't see anyone criticizing blacks for supporting Hillary, I guess blacks are allowed to do that. Just as long as they're not black. Please, give Oprah the respect to choose just like the rest of us do (and I'd hate to know what reasons people have for supporting the candidates they choose, I don't think those reasons would be too intellectuall based considering the quality of the average american's education.)

To Kate, Woodland Hills CA:

My own personal opinion is that you are unaware that there have been black candidates for president in previous elections, including Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, and Carol Mosely-Braun. Two of those people are from Chicago, where Oprah’s show is located, however, NONE of them were ever endorsed by Oprah.

For anyone to think that Oprah’s endorsement is all about race is just intellectual laziness and, perhaps, latent racism.

No one seems to mind when white people endorse other white people. Besides, Barack’s mother was white, so how do you know Oprah is endorsing the black half?

Considering Oprah's involvement in projects in South Africa, I think it's good for her to be active in the world/national scene. Whether politics is a good arena for her is another story, but I think that Obama is certainly a great candidate to stump for.

Why does everything have to be about race? Oprah supporting Obama has nothing to do with him being black. Oprah is a very intelligent woman who is supporting the best "Person" for the job! No more Clintons, No more Bush's! This country needs Obama! GO OBAMA! YOU HAVE MY VOTE!

Oprah might want to really be careful on this one if she has any desire to see her TV show keep its high ratings. This one might cost her big time with viewers.

Oprah is evidently a reverse-racist herself based on an incident I heard from an airline pilot who flew the plane she was on one time a number of years ago.

Oprah will only show if Gayle can come too! Oprah stick to taking credit for giving away free cars that GM donated to your show & then you took credit for,providing the New Orleans mayor kleenex,screening audience members so that nobody makes any waves during the taping. Oprah, Why dont you run for office & sharpton can be your running mate? The 2 of you seem to have the world figured out.

I have never understood why so many people posting comments around here don't like Oprah and/or don’t like the fact she’s backing Barack Obama.

Oprah certainly should have the right to advocate for her candidate of choice, just like the rest of us. I think most people are certainly capable of figuring out whom to support without celebrity endorsements. However, what’s wrong with speaking to your audience about issues that matter to them? They obviously are interested, otherwise they wouldn’t be fans.

I think endorsements from public figures, including celebrities, are more like having someone you trust recommend a good doctor or school instead of researching from scratch. If you have found a person, celebrity or not, who you trust and/or with whom you have generally agreed in the past or has given good advice to you, you will give more credence to their opinions and rightly so.

Obviously, Oprah’s opinion carries more importance since she has millions of people who watch her show, read her magazine, and, in many cases, act on what she has to say but the fact that she has a large fan base, in and of itself is a stupid reason to oppose her support of a candidate. If she was doing it for bad reasons, that would be one thing but she has said the main reason she’s supporting Barack is that he’s someone she trusts and knows well and thinks would be the best president. These seem like pretty good reasons to me.

Barack Obama has the experience, strength, character, judgment and character needed to be a great president. Oprah and many other people already see that. Her endorsement and activism for Barack should help to convince others, so it is a good thing overall. The people who don’t like it probably already have their minds made up, so there is little downside.

Yippie yippie yippie! The more campaign support the merrier. I mean it's another great one stumping for Obama, not to mention her name is - Oprah Winfrey. This is fantastic. Every candidate out there has someone(s) supporting them, so why not Oprah? She's American, she has a voice, she has a vote, she's for Barack!

Jeff from Arlington – what are you implying with "you go girlfriend, word up and the like?"

Kate – what do you base that opinion on? Do you know Oprah better than she knows herself? If a white person supports Hillary or Ron Paul, is it because they are white, maybe, but not usually. I don't know Oprah personally, but based on her actions and what I've seen from her the past 20 years, I definitely don't think she is for Obama because he is black. She is not that shallow.

Oprah like you and me can pick who she pleases, the only difference is she has a bigger platform to share her opinion.

Oprah isn't risking anything, if he doesn't win, then that is America's choice, and I'm sure Oprah understands that.

Among Democrats Hillary Clinton greatly benefits from wide-spread recognition of her name and support for her husband, family connections, former presidential advisors and especially popularity of the former president among media,who drummed her "inevitability" and Democratic nomination before she even entered the race. In this sense Barack Obama is the underdog still unknown to many. Yet, he already generates huge and enthusiastic crowds. The more people get to know him, the more they seem to appreciate him and his message. If Oprah uses her resources to introduce and promote him to her audience, that just levels the playfield a bit. "Clinton political machine" is well known just like "Bush political machine"... So go Barack and good for you!

Senator Obama makes sense.

I just wish I was an American citizen. He would have my vote.

Good luck Senator. America needs a leader like you and so do we in the rest of the world.

God's speed.

Not sure if Obama is going for the black or women's vote here. It dosn't really matter because Obama does not have the political experience to be the next president. Bush didn't either and we all have seen how that turned out!

I can't stand Oprah honestly. It amazes me how suburban white soccer moms seem to be willing to follow this woman into hell. I swear she has her own church. The Church of Oprah. They'd vote for Satan if Oprah told them to. "Do it because Oprah said so!" Right white soccer moms?

Obama DOES need a female stump-mate, since his spouse doesn't have the where-with-all for campaigning. She can't even do a simple interview without saying something rediculous like "he is stinky in the morning, so the kids crawl in my side of the bed".

Leave the spouse at home, Obama, and let Oprah stand in as your campaigning helper. John has Elizabeth, and the HILLarious HILLarian has Bill.

Oprah couldn't do anything BUT help, especially here in SC. African-Americans here are 30% of the population, but there are MANY MANY that don't vote.

Oprah's stumping in SC, would certainly energize the African-American voters, and women in general.

This is a GOOD THING. If Obama can take a couple of the early states, we might just have a chance to get rid of Hillary, so the Democrats can WIN in '08.

Go Oprah !! GO OBAMA !!

I can't stand Oprah or Obama and would not vote for him no matter what

Obama made a big mistake by hooking up with oprah.
He doesn't seem to realize that the change we want in politics is exactly the opposite of what oprah represents.
We don't want big business influencing our politicians and we don't want show business personalities either.
She is superficial and narcissistic. Like most celebrities, they start taking themselves too seriously and think they can run the country better than anyone else.
Barack got caught up in the hype celebrities and it is going to cost him. I wouldn't vote for him now.
He should have had the guts to say, Thank you for your contribution, but spending a lot of time with you is not in the best interest of the people I am wanting to represent.
Remember, if she has 20 million people watching her show, that means 280 million are NOT. She is not that powerful except in money.

What is this obsession with Obama? Does anyone really know what this guy stands for? All they see is some charming, well spoken black(half black actually) guy. He hasn't shown us anything that makes him qualified to be our leader. Being handsome and well spoken ain't enough Barack. But hey, in this country, it's all about Style over Substance.

Certainly hope the people of SC wake up soon. Democrats supporting Hillary
and Obama??? Oprah's lead can also blow up, remember the recommended book, that was a biography, turned out
to be fiction. Well that's what people will get with Obama, he is simply not
a geniune candidate. Vote for an honest and geniune candidate, vote for
John Edwards, he cares the about the poor people of color in that state, and really understands your pain(like
Bill Clinton use to say). Were things
better for people of color when Bill
occupied the White House, Hillary isn't
going to improve anything, it will the
status quo. Republicans supporting
Rudy the fake hero of 9/11, who's pro-
choice and pro gay rights? Since when
did the religious South Carolina Republicans accept someone, who doesn't stand for their family values.
Shame on SC Republicans, who claim their family values are above anyone
else's.

OK Everybody, get up, clap 'yo hands and head on down to the voting booths like a bunch a blind sheep lead by the self proclaimed political wizzards...
a talk-show big mouth and an inexperienced incompetent political joke.

There is consistent evidence that when Oprah pushes too hard, the "Oprah effect" turns to backlash. (See "Beloved" box office flop.) Mr. Obama should limit her exposure. A presidential campaign is not the same as a "book club". Viewers willingness to buy a paperback and be part of the "club," based on Oprah's recommendation, is very different from voting for the leader of the free world and protector of US national interests.

god help us all

If not for Obama, she would be campaigning for Hillary. Let us remember this is not a book club. "Facts" were not checked and we know what happened with that. Americans should not be hearded to the polls by "celebrities". We should follow our own conscience and live with the consequence.

Who is Hopra! Oprah!

Senator Obama is the only viable Democrat who showed the right judgement about George Bush's war in Iraq.

Defeating a former first lady will be a tough challenge, but he has impressive resources to get his message out- especially after raising the most amount of money than any candidate of either party, mostly through small donations from thousands of Americans.

The support of popular personalities like Oprah as well as more serious endorsements from veteran politicians like Tom Daschle and former Clinton cabinet members could have the power to influence the famously unpredictable early voting states like Iowa and New Hampshire.

I'm so happy that the Democratic nomination will not be a coronation.

ROTFLMAO!!!!

1. why should anybody care about Oprah, other that the super desperate Obama??? he is so blind-sided by her stardom he has not figure out that she will probably alienate black woman, because Oprah caters to white woman (if you don't believe me, watch the audience on her shows!!!)

2. why is Oprah risking a fall out from non-politically inclined audience, or even republican audience, taking a bigger roll in the campaing with ONE candidate...???? after all, this are just the semi-finals!!! is he so weak she can not risk it????

Every campaign has their endorsements and experts and celebrities. Bill Clinton is Hillary's celeb. Oprah is Obama's. That is just the way it goes. It draws media attention so the candidate's message gets out and of course political choices are more emotional than cerebral, so it helps voters to make the emotional connection to the candidate. That is just a fact of human nature.

My own personal opinion is Oprah is supporing Obama based on the color of his skin and not his politics or what he plans on doing to get the country back to its great standing. I think it would be amazing to have a president who isn't white old and rich but don't just vote on the first alternative simply because of the alternative.

If our enemy's enemy is our friend, I guess Oafrah is bad for Shrillary and therefore good for an electable like Edwards. You go, girlfriend, word up, and the like.

I never have understood why anyone cares about what Oprah thinks. This pied piper mentality is scary. If people can't figure out why they would vote for someone without celebrities (who don't live in the real world, anyway) telling them who to vote for, that speaks volumes about the intellect of the electorate.