November 5, 2007
Posted: November 5th, 2007 04:50 PM ET

Sen. Clinton took questions from reporters Sunday along the Mississippi River in Clinton, Iowa.

CLINTON, Iowa (CNN) – Sen. Hillary Clinton, D-New York, told reporters Sunday that her Democratic rivals are attacking her simply because, as she said, she’s “winning.”

Clinton was asked about an essay written by Kate Michelman, a senior adviser to the campaign of former Sen. John Edwards, that criticized the New York senator for what she called “disingenuously playing the victim card” by bringing up gender in recent stops and emails.

“I don’t think they piled on me the other night because I’m a woman,” Clinton said. “I think they piled on because I’m winning. And that’s what happens.”

Clinton has been using the phrase “piling on” ever since Tuesday night’s Democratic debate where her opponents took various opportunities to draw contrast with her over issues like her vote to authorize the war in Iraq, her vote in support of labeling the Iranian Revolutionary Guard a terrorist organization, and whether or not she’s stated clearly enough her position on New York Gov. Elliot Spitzer’s plan to give illegal immigrants driver’s licenses.

-CNN Iowa Producer Chris Welch

Filed under: Iowa


Robin, VT   November 8th, 2007 7:05 am ET

Hillary always seems to put the spin on things when other candidates go up against her...like because she is winning or she is a women (certainly there's more). Yes, Hillary, her people and ads have implied or stated she was attacked at the last debate because of her gender – Bill thought she was being swiftboated. I have no sympathy for Hillary Clinton – she knows this is politics. Plus, I believe during the last debate the moderator brought up a lot of the subjects she was being judged on. Polls right now do not mean a whole lot, however, understanding if all the candidates are vying for the Democractic nominee position we will see each of them comparing themselves to each other – as are the Republicans. Personally, I think the Republicans want to go against Hillary to beat out the Clintons – It's not because she is winning.

Jerry,worcester,ma   November 7th, 2007 10:52 am ET

Double talk,tripple talk and whatever you are doing we just don't understand!!! Winning not because you are a woman, being piled on, Hit because you are a woman....Are you looking for Housekeeper job or the Job of next President of UNITED STATES? I am getting confused!!

Brian Reynolds, Muscatine, Iowa   November 7th, 2007 10:22 am ET

How can a person who's life has once been shadowed by scandal, expect to be allowed to run a nation? Of course, we are talking about a nation where some council decides WHO does and doesn't run for president so it may be ok...........Where are we taking this nation?

Anonymous, VA   November 6th, 2007 11:13 pm ET

I have Clinton fatique.

Steven, Denver, CO   November 6th, 2007 4:00 pm ET

Or perhaps she's attacked because she committed a felony in the 2000 election by helping in the organization of a concert which included Cher and other celebrities to raise money for her Senate campaign. This crime is well-documented and even on camera! Should we be electing a felon for president?

Greg, Waverly, NY   November 6th, 2007 3:49 pm ET

Hillary you are being attacked because you are a threat to this country. You are a liberal pig that wants to raise taxes and give driver licenses to illegal aliens. Don't vote for Hillary!

Chloe, Austin, Tx   November 6th, 2007 3:46 pm ET

Kayla,
For the record, not every minority, woman, university graduate got a free education...I am all three and worked a full time job while attending school....and I graduated with honors. Perhaps the reason you are so discouraged is because you are so focused on blaming others for your plight, you have taken your eye off the prize. You know that almost sounds like the twisted logic most racists like you use when your own life sucks...

Sara, Rochester,NY   November 6th, 2007 3:40 pm ET

She is Worse than Bush.

OBAMA 2008   November 6th, 2007 3:38 pm ET

Well if she's tired of being the wone picked on than dot eh whole world a favor and drop out while you still can. If she win's the election my family has done made up it's mind we are moving to canada where there is a stable leader and someone who belong's in the leader. She Flip Flop's on issue's because she doesn't have a clue what to think about the issue's she been asked about in that small brain. I hope she follow's the same path her no good rotten husband did and i hope she get's impeached assuming she win's which she won't. Because america is smart and won't pick a leader that will cause america to collpase. Were barley hanging on now if she win's were all going down. HOLD ON TIGHT AND BUCKLE YOU SEAT BELT'S WERE ALL GOING DOWN!!

Barbara Doyle Cape Coral FL   November 6th, 2007 3:38 pm ET

FACE IT, GUYS! yOU'RE SCARED s---You are all threatened by smart, intelligent,articulate, ambitious women.You suspect that they just may be as smart as you or GOD FORBID, maybe even smarter. GROW UP. Women are here to stay.

James, Louisville KY   November 6th, 2007 3:35 pm ET

Join Hillary's "winning team"? I think not. A Hillary presidency will continue the downfall of this country, the downfall that has been happening for a while now. You can be sure we will continue the quagmire in Iraq with Hillary in the White House, because she supports special interests and corporations. Elect someone that represents you- Ron Paul 2008. He voted AGAINST the war. He voted AGAINST the Patriot Act. He votes AGAINST more spending for the war. Hillary supports these three things. Ron Paul 2008- FOR the people.

Nicholas, Kapolei, HI   November 6th, 2007 3:33 pm ET

Hillary is as arrogant as the day is long. Anyone, man or woman doesn't get a pass to become President because of their gender. Its a card Hillary feels entitled to play. Its not a winning hand.

Franky, NY NY   November 6th, 2007 3:32 pm ET

Go Hillary. She's the only candidate out there us what we've been asking for – NON PARTISAN POLITICS. I wish naive America would realize THEY (WE) are the ones flip-flopping and not our soon-to-be Madame President – Can't wait to hear that!!

Columbus, Olivette, MO   November 6th, 2007 3:32 pm ET

I will not vote for Hillary because I don't want to create a situation where only two families in a population of 300 million rule. The founding fathers never envisioned dynastic rule. I would hate to see our great Republic embrace dynastic rule as if only two families are endowed with inalienable rights of lording it over 300 million for a generation.

JD, Evansville, IN   November 6th, 2007 3:31 pm ET

I clicked the link to the RON PAUL article about him rakin' in over 4 MILLION in 24 hours and I am linked to this article about Clinton!

FIX THE LINK!

RON PAUL 2008!

FINISHED   November 6th, 2007 3:31 pm ET

IT'S OVER. I'M NOT COMING BACK.

demwit   November 6th, 2007 3:03 pm ET

Ummmmmm....., or maybe it has something to do with you wanting to give immunity to illegals..

AJ, Chicago IL   November 6th, 2007 2:49 pm ET

More flip-flopping by Hillary. All these Hillary supporters must have short-term memory loss because Hillary's campaign has played the "gender card" for nearly two months. No Hillary's campaign is trying to move away from the gender issue focus because they realize it will hurt her in a general election.

Randy Boll, Dayton, Ohio   November 6th, 2007 2:15 pm ET

I think it is important to be realistic that Hilary Clinton is a very experienced and qualified candidate. Even as a republican I respect what she has accomplished as a politician and the trailblazing movement she has made for women in politics. Although I do not agree with many of Senator Clinton's ideolgies, I do agree that all the other democratic nominees will continue to gang up on her for the next 4 months or so, until, in my opinion, she is ultimatlely nominated as the democratic presidential candidate.

Kate, Aurora CO   November 6th, 2007 12:32 pm ET

in response to sf:

This posting was about Hillary and her statement of "winning". I was responding in regards to Hillary and thank you but I have in fact "done my homework" and am well aware Obama, Edwards and Biden's stance on illegal immigration. That is why I am not voting for any front-runner but instead am looking at second tier candidates as a possibility. Also I never said I "hated" Hillary, I admire her success as a woman in a male dominated government but I disagree with her stance on illegal immigration.

Rose Hann New London, CT   November 6th, 2007 12:12 pm ET

Folks, go back and check your comments. It seems there is a bias. I wrote several which were posted and removed.
I commented on the gender issue and it was originally brought up by Edwards wife stating her husband was at a disatvantage because of gender. Any reason other than the obvious why that was forgotten? It's a no brainer.

John, Michigan   November 6th, 2007 12:05 pm ET

I guess I'll pile on but only because she is a politician who is wrong. We should raise the Social Security wage-cap and we should get tougher on illegal immigrants. In fact we already should have done both.
She could also try to get a better Senate leader (?) than Harry Reid.

sf, ca   November 6th, 2007 11:44 am ET

I like most other women, are excited at the thought of a woman presidential candidate, sadly though it had to be this woman. As a liberal independant I would never vote for Hillary. Her stance on illegal immigration is proof enough for me to see she does not put the interest of her voters or American citizens first. She is all about putting the interests of corporations desiring cheap labor before those of her voters. Its a shame though. I would love to see a woman in the presidential seat.

Posted By Kate, Aurora CO : November 6, 2007 10:41 am

Kate, whom do you support then if illegal immigration is proof enough for you? All Democrats support it (except Dodd) and all Republicans oppose it.

Do your homework to know that Obama and Edwards and Biden – all support giving license to illegal immigrants. If you hate Hillary with no logic, then I can not help you.

Lydia, Austin, TX   November 6th, 2007 11:29 am ET

I read all the comments, and wasn't going to say anything, but I think it can be all summed up by what a say country we are when you see a woman, i.e. "Karen" saying "I was not in favor of a woman for President." We consider ourselves to be a progressive country, far ahead of other countries, and yet we are sadly ahead of so many other countries in this regard... conservative to an extreme.

Danny G. Boca Raton, FL   November 6th, 2007 11:27 am ET

Flip-Flop??? I believe that this is rubbing her opponents the wrong way because she is coming above the fray, she is winning and they just can't stand it... I predict she will learn from this, she is a very intelligent person and will understand what she needs to do, Good For you Sen. Clinton, Good for you!

Karen,ny   November 6th, 2007 10:58 am ET

I have thought this whole situation over again and even though I am not in favor of a woman as president, I feel that the only way to keep the Republicans out of office is to vote for Hillary. This can be verified by going to NewsMax.

Kate, Aurora CO   November 6th, 2007 10:41 am ET

I like most other women, are excited at the thought of a woman presidential candidate, sadly though it had to be this woman. As a liberal independant I would never vote for Hillary. Her stance on illegal immigration is proof enough for me to see she does not put the interest of her voters or American citizens first. She is all about putting the interests of corporations desiring cheap labor before those of her voters. Its a shame though. I would love to see a woman in the presidential seat.

Ryan Indianapolis   November 6th, 2007 10:18 am ET

Oh God please shut up,,,you made your bed now lay in it. You wanted this to be about you being a woman so why are you changing your tune now?

A. Thomas, New York, NY   November 6th, 2007 9:50 am ET

She is right. She is being attacked, by the repub candidates, and other dems candicate, for her leading in polls. It hurts these macho men's ego for losing out to a wowan, not to mention never in the american history that a woman presidential candidate leads the polls of all men candidates. The crowd has envy and success blinds them all.

Edwards is a loser and considers himself a victim all them time. He now calls Hillary playing the woman card, while he called Obama earlier playing the blacks card, as he is neither.

Edwards should note that american has had white male presidents only, and therefore he should blame himself for not being able to beat a woman or black candidate. He should criticise himself for his policies, his negative campaigns, his $400 haircut.... I can hardly wait to see him out of the presidential race in 2 months.

Laura Hubka   November 6th, 2007 9:41 am ET

Yeah Hillary what happend to the speech you made at your alma matter about being prepared for the "boys" yeah you are not playing the gender card.

I want a Leader, Not a justice Cheater   November 6th, 2007 9:12 am ET

I find all this talk of "flip flops" moronic, and stale. It's like watching a remake of a movie that was mediocre in the first place. I want a candidate who learns from lifes experiences and is OPEN MINDED about her postion. Some retards on this forum seem to think dogma is the best approach to government. If I still held the same opinion on issues I had 10 years ago, or even 5, shame on me for not growing with my experiences. This is all juvenile Spin by a bunch of people who should go bak to their Everquest conquests.

Terry, El Paso, TX   November 6th, 2007 8:57 am ET

For the first time, single women are as numerous as married women in America. There are as many single women as there are evangelical Christians (though there are surely a lot of women in both groups).

Polling suggests that this group is going to support Sen Clinton in large numbers. As elections draw closer and closer, I predict that women will support Hillary in greater and greater numbers.

Mark, BBH, ME   November 6th, 2007 8:39 am ET

She is winning because that is who the big guys/gals want to further thier agenda of defeating the founding priciples of our great nation. They espouse a socialist agenda that eliminates individuality, supresses the pursuit of happiness and thwarts the very heart of our collective consciousness.

She is only leading with people not aware of what is happening, the ones who believe the main stream media, the ones who toil and work thinking they have a choice, when in fact it has been orchstated for their benefit for many years, culminating in another stolen election, and the further destruction of our currency, our youths in harms way, our christian values of loving one another, our right under the US Constitution, and the very meaning of what it is to be American.

Joe, Florida   November 6th, 2007 8:29 am ET

It's the truth!

Edwards is desperate already, as he knows he is about to leave the "3 leading Democrats" pack. Obama should take the VP job; he'd be great. He would then be Mr. P in 2016.

Mary, Beaver, PA   November 6th, 2007 8:26 am ET

No, you are attacked because you are a flip-flopper who can't answer a question with a simple yes or no. Admit it, Shrillary. You couldn't ask for a glass of water if you were thirsty. However, those who have followed your "career" know you for what you are: A socialist know-it-all on domestic policy and a neo-con on foreign policy. We don't need Clinton II in the White House and we don't need Bush-Cheney lite either!

Chip Celina OH   November 6th, 2007 7:39 am ET

“I don’t think they piled on me the other night because I’m a woman,” Clinton said. “I think they piled on because I’m winning. And that’s what happens.”

You have to admit, she's right in this statement, they did question her because she is(was) in the lead, it's the way she whined afterward that is at issue.

I don't even think they turned the heat up that much.

The dwards video "Politics of Parsing" is brilliant! The more she opens her mouth, the more it 'piles' up. The window dressing is falling off and it looks like there might be a real race out there instead of a media propped up candidacy.

Have a good day!

Kerry, Burlington MA   November 6th, 2007 7:30 am ET

To All You CNN people: Will you start covering more candidates? It seems like half of the Politics headlines, and even more than that at times, have the word Clinton somewhere in the title. She is one of what, 8 Democratic candidates? And one of what, 20 or so people actually running for President? Stop the bias. Or just be honest with yourselves and start covering Bill instead. He's the only reason anybody gives a darn about her.

mark wilkes barre pa   November 6th, 2007 6:46 am ET

You can't make a pile without things to pile, Hillary could pile Mount Everest and have enough left over to repair Mount St. Helen.

Coach Haughton NH   November 6th, 2007 3:33 am ET

She's being attacked for lying.

PAUL PROVIDENCE RI   November 6th, 2007 3:10 am ET

Flip flop,women,piled on, no mater whatever you call it she doggers the issues. Please let her answer the questions and then ask her again the same questions to be more clear where she stands. I will tell you now, she will not have the same answer twice. Go back to New York and do something there.

Jim, Springfield, IL   November 6th, 2007 2:14 am ET

I love this woman. She isn't trashing anyone, isn't being mean, just acting classy, and mature about everything. She exudes confidence, and shows everything needed and necessary to lead this country.

GO HILLARY 08!!!! WOOOO!

Juanito, Washington, DC   November 6th, 2007 1:54 am ET

Someone should ask Hillary what she is "winning". Oh...the national polls, right...we all know how reliable those are....paging President Dean!

Dave,des moines,Iowa   November 6th, 2007 1:53 am ET

I would think flip flopping should be one of the things Presidential candidates should be forwarded to ethics committee and have them drop the race. This is no better than Romney!

RAS Seattle, WA   November 6th, 2007 1:46 am ET

If Obama is attacking H. Clinton because she is a woman, then, I would wonder what kind of President he will be. How the woman's right will be affected if he becomes a President. If he is attacking Hilary because she is winning, then he is not a fair person. Hilary is indeed a woman, an excellent President she will be. One would wonder how far "she" as a woman can go from her own kitchen baking cookie or explore all the possibilities to the universe. Way to go H. Clinton.

Schratboy, Boulder CO   November 6th, 2007 1:41 am ET

Typical Hillary,lying and positioning herself as the victim. Whether it's her "right wing noise machine" or "vast right wing conspiracy" the woman always has a foil to cover up for her totally pathetic public appeal and complete and total lack of character.

LRS LA, CA   November 6th, 2007 12:52 am ET

I think there attacking you because you just dont know what the heck your doing.....enough said. Its quit obvious that this country is desperate if you`re winning anything. Without Bill Clinton you are nothing.

Walt, Belton, TX   November 6th, 2007 12:27 am ET

I think one and all will agree they didn't pile on Hillarity because she's a woman. Hell, even slick Willy will vote for that one!

Ricky Francis Rison AR   November 5th, 2007 11:43 pm ET

Men were not piling on, period. Look at her. Maybe Ellen and Rosie would be piling on. But not men.

Trang, Fremont, CA   November 5th, 2007 11:23 pm ET

Oh, my God. Hillary is getting more ridiculous day by day with her answers. I'll be embarrassed if the Democrats select her to represent the Democratic side. She was up there because of her connection with Bill Clinton and I like him a lot, and I think he certainly would be an asset for her. But this is getting ridiculous. First, it's the woman thing. Now, it's the winning thing. Hillary, take a stand and defend your position. I am not going to vote for you if you don't know where you stand on issues. If Hillary wins the Democratic nomation, I am going for Ron Paul on the Republican side, and it would be the first time I vote for a Republican.

Gary, Boston USA   November 5th, 2007 11:13 pm ET

Headline reads 'polls' show that Clinton is ahead/winning. Mmm? What polls? 100 or 1000 people polled? So how does that represent or predict how the entire voting body will -truly- vote in an election? That is not predictable. DO NOT believe these 'polls'. They are nothing more than disguised propaganda meant to make you think a given candidate is ahead of the pack, thus you might as well give up on your 'lesser' candidate and 'go with the flow'. Stop being a drone. Evaluate the candidates YOURSELF and choose whom YOU PREFER based upon thoughtful review of their background/promises. Do NOT choose the candidate the FLOCK wants because it is popular. If you do, then don't bother voting you lazy mindless drone. You will be hurting democracy, not helping it.

A. Thomas, New York, NY   November 5th, 2007 11:09 pm ET

Yes, Edwards & Obama are jealous of Hillary's winning. Hillary is winning and they are whinning. Anybody can complain, condemn and critize, and most fools do.

Edwards always considers himself a victim. He (actually his wife) said Edwards was victimised for not a being black candidate like obama (thus not getting blacks support). Now, he said he is being victimised for being not being a woman candidate like hillary (thus not getting the women votes).

Edwards is full of himself. He should note that all the american presidents have been white men. He should criticize himself as white man for failing including his policies, his negative compaigns, his $400 haircut....

DJ, Los Angeles, CA   November 5th, 2007 11:03 pm ET

The master manipulator strikes again. Rather that FACE her critics within her own party...she brilliantly spins it around to make it look like her rivals are out to get her.

Poor Hillary, never takes a position on any issue of substance and always finds a way to blame someone else...

Or worse in this case she simply tries to play games by changing the subject and tried to distract people into talking about her winning the polls.

Samantha,Nashville,TN   November 5th, 2007 11:01 pm ET

I agree therealist! I personally don't like or trust Hillary Clinton.

Baliman Chicago IL   November 5th, 2007 10:56 pm ET

A Winner ? heheheheheh A Winner ? hehehehehehehehehehhahahahahahahahahahhehehehehehehehehehehehehehhehehehehehehahahahh Why do we need that SC Candidate, when we got the greatest comedian already in the race ? Hillary, do you know the definition of a Winner ?

Dalymon Chicago IL   November 5th, 2007 10:53 pm ET

You got the woman part right. But not the winning part. Anyone that thinks a Mondale endorsement is a good thing, certainly is not a winner.

D. Everett, Dayton, Oh.   November 5th, 2007 10:50 pm ET

SHE'S so boring. everything out of her mouth is complaining, criticizing, accusing, yelling. Wait – is she my ex-wife? ?

las vegas nv   November 5th, 2007 10:32 pm ET

here we go again, your royal highness you still can tell why they are piling on you.

M.Lou WI   November 5th, 2007 10:31 pm ET

Where's Maggie Thatcher when you need her?

(former British Prime Minister for those who don't know)

KEITH JAMES LOUTTIT   November 5th, 2007 10:28 pm ET

No Hillary, we don't like you because your EVIL, not because you're a woman!

Brad, Stockton, CA   November 5th, 2007 10:28 pm ET

She is attacked because she is a lying hypocrite, the same as her husband. I'm surprised that people are not astute enough to recognize this.

Carrol Ann, Newport, Maine   November 5th, 2007 10:25 pm ET

I'm sorry but I think that Obama and Edwards are the ones playing the gender card. Obama is leading Edwards in lots of polls in lots of states and I haven't heard a peep out of Edward's mouth about Obama. Neither did Edwards lash into Obama the other evening like he did Hillary.

If your gonna dish it out do it fairly and squarely and dish it to the guys as well as the girls!

Joe   November 5th, 2007 10:24 pm ET

Another flip flop. She better keep her mouth shut

Rose Hann New London, CT   November 5th, 2007 10:20 pm ET

I saw the debate and I agree. They did pile up on her. Pundants were saying, for Obama to gain traction he would have to attack Senator Clinton. He did. Edwards was as ugly a character as you can be. His ego is bruised, so what can he do next? Attack the front runner. She happens to be a woman who is runnng for president. I get andry when I hear, she is pulling the gender card. Look at the poll numbers. She will get the nomination and the discomfort with her fellow Dems after will be dramatic.
Go Hillary and don't let anyone drag you down. You are WAY to smart for that!

Mark, Minneapolis, MN   November 5th, 2007 10:17 pm ET

She is such a class act. And her opponents are getting desperate. She is going to win this nomination and be our next president, and it can't happen soon enough.

Karen,ny   November 5th, 2007 10:06 pm ET

Hillary..you are not being attacked. You are being singled out by others who know they can prey on your powerless ways. If you fight them back they will know that you are not weak. If you stand there and take it they will do it over and over. No one respects a weak person.

Rodney Dallas, TX   November 5th, 2007 9:50 pm ET

I can't wait for Hillary to become president.

slc   November 5th, 2007 9:44 pm ET

Hillary you're the best, and will win. There is nothing wrong with seeing both sides as Hillary does. I can't believe all the hate that comes from other canidates. 2009 can't come fast enough.

Elliot Pidgeon, Mahopac, NY   November 5th, 2007 9:34 pm ET

Let's see. Does anyone see the irony of Hillary whining about being piled on by the boy's club and then licking her wounds at the Wellsley Girls Club?

Right. They're attacking you because you're winning – and becuase they know you can't answer a question with a simple Yes or No – and that makes you an easy target. Get used to it – all candidates are under attack – that's what a 'campaign' is all about. Ask any General.

Sarah   November 5th, 2007 9:14 pm ET

Interesting. This is exactly what Chris Matthews suggested you say after the horrible miscalculation by your campaign to play the gender card.

You even liked his suggestion about the heat in the kitchen enough to use it.

I really wonder if you have ever had an original thought.

Jay, Kenosha, WI   November 5th, 2007 9:10 pm ET

Clinton is ahead of the curve in acknowledging Iran's actions in Iraq. Moderate swing voters didn't vote for Kerry's "Bush is a Failure" campaign in 2004. Any Democrat who distances themselves from the Harry Reid "War is Lost" wing of the party will have a good chance in 2008 provided they can survive their own party.

Jen, Gainesville, FL   November 5th, 2007 9:07 pm ET

Another example of how quickly Hillary changed the tone after feeling the wind. Remember what she said and her campaign did on the first day after the debate! No character, no integrity at all.

Kate, Grand blanc   November 5th, 2007 8:58 pm ET

She didn't look like she was "winning" at the last debate.

Nice try Hillary. You are being attacked because you are flip-flopping on everything.

Mati, Seattle, WA   November 5th, 2007 8:52 pm ET

You are going to win Hillary. Don't listen to these idiots.

Markie Bee, Sacramento, Calif.   November 5th, 2007 8:49 pm ET

Well, here's another waffle and flip-flop. She certainly said it was because she was a woman at Wellsley College the day after the last debate. Now it's because she's winning? What is she winning? She's the leader in national polls people...polls that talk with 750 likely voters and make the claim that those 750 somehow reflect the entire electorate. And don't get me started on the CNN poll, which is conducted by Vinod Gupta – a huge Clinton supporter who had a cozy picture of him and Hillary together on his polling company's Web site until just about a month ago. I'm sure some minion from Hillaryhub pointed that out to him.

J. McKinney SW MO   November 5th, 2007 8:42 pm ET

This is rediculous. I have watched any political debates available for the last 45 years, and I never saw everyone jump onto one person while ignoring all the other candidates before. Some were ignored completely, and the only thing Obama and Edwards said was critical of Hillary. I would love to know what Edwards and Obama plan to do IF (not likely) they become the next president, but all they can do is pile on Hillary. They would seem so much more intelligent if they would state their platform. We, the voters, are intelligent enough to decide who we want to vote for, if we have any idea what they plan, but Hillary is the only one who talks about her plans. I am so for Hillary, as she is the only one with any plans.

Scott,Tupelo,MS   November 5th, 2007 8:35 pm ET

What a great day it will be when this flip-flopping hag and the idiot George Bush are no longer around. I no this sounds mean but I truly fell this way.

Peter, Wausau, WI   November 5th, 2007 8:28 pm ET

Therealist:
I agree... I clearly remember her claiming that the other candidates are singling her out for attacks because she's a woman...

Dave T, Cleveland, Ohio   November 5th, 2007 8:24 pm ET

Does any have the web sites that are organizing the movements to have Hillary arrested for campaign finance fraud (for starters)?

Coach Haughton NH   November 5th, 2007 8:22 pm ET

Surprise! hillary clinton with a politically savvy statement.

Kayla, San Diego CA   November 5th, 2007 8:20 pm ET

I think they are critizing Hillary because she is threat to other candidates because she is a woman. It is about time this country has a leadership with someone of a different mindframe than war. What I would like to know from Hillary is why I am a 24 year old single American white girl and I have to work a full and part time job while going to school full time to pay for my education in my own country. It seems you have to be a mother on welfare or a minority in this country to be able to afford an education. Yes I am able to federal and private loans with high interest rates but I am not able to get any "free" money because I am an American? I support Hillary Clinton but if a candidate supporting Americans attending our own college education I might be persuaded to take them up on their offer!

derrickm, Madison, WI   November 5th, 2007 8:15 pm ET

Talking about "piling on" is just another way not to answer the questions. I was all for Hillary, but it is becoming apparent she is just more of the same Washington bs. It seems like nows the time to take a stronger look at the other candidates.

A. Republican   November 5th, 2007 8:12 pm ET

Please Please Please nominate this woman!

Rex, Toledo, Ohio   November 5th, 2007 8:09 pm ET

Winning? I'm sure she meant whining. She's going to play the "piling on" card to the hilt, now isn't she. I sure hope folks get a grip and decide that she is not what they need as their commander and chief.

Susan   November 5th, 2007 8:05 pm ET

Y'know, architecture, like politics, still tends to be dominated by the "old boys." But if you keep playing the "I'm a woman" card, you'll get nowhere.

Liberal Chic   November 5th, 2007 8:00 pm ET

I hope Hillary Clinton gets all her ducks in a row by January. She's almost there, but she needs to follow through all the way.

People just can't handle a little common sense. What are you going to do with all the illegal immigrants driving on our streets. Just increase our own premiums for uninsured motorists? Or should Hillary Clinton open herself up to attacks later by saying she supports something she well knows the vast majority of Americans ignorantly disapprove. She is a statesman, not a fool.

Lance in Monrovia CA   November 5th, 2007 7:59 pm ET

She definetely does better when she says nothing at all, as she usually does at these debates.

First she accuses everyone of attacking her because she's a woman. Then the press says she's whining about losing the debate. NOW she says "wait wait wait, they're not attacking me as a woman, I mispoke, they're attacking me because I'm a winner!" Yeah, that's the ticket, Hillary.

She should have a show on t.v. and call it, "Flipper."

Anonymous   November 5th, 2007 7:57 pm ET

If her campaign is what winning looks like to her she has a great deal in common with George Bush and his idea of "Mission Accomplished."

Have you been to hillaryclinton.com lately? All the comments are sanitized and picked through by her staff and there's not a single event within a hundred miles of Southern California put on by real people.

Go to barrackobama.com and look for an event in your area. There are hundreds of them, all over the place, every day, put on by real people.

That, to me, is what winning is looking like.

Get a real job Hillary, one that you earned instead of one that you've been granted into by your husband.

Jeff Spangler, Arlington, VA   November 5th, 2007 7:49 pm ET

The Whiner from Wellesley is being attacked because she was and is duplicitous on the "licenses for illegals" issue, and incapable of winning even 50% of the vote, therefore a loser. Oh, and a practicing victimologist too.

Jeremy, Portland OR   November 5th, 2007 7:43 pm ET

This is one of the first articles on the ticker that I have read and not felt like CNN was just "backing" Hillary. Well written fair article. Thanks

Matt, Lawrence, KS   November 5th, 2007 7:41 pm ET

In a country where the democratic process is considered to be alsmost sacred. Why is it that out of 300 million people only 2 families get to lead the country for almost 30 years? Vote for change.

Joe, Indiana   November 5th, 2007 7:36 pm ET

I wonder when every one will finally realize that a woman in the White House can do something other than pick out the china pattern and host a social event! Don't write her off just yet. Go Hilary!

Bob, Seattle, WA   November 5th, 2007 7:25 pm ET

Hilliary is a woman to the women. A black to the black. A man to the men. A child to the children. A poor person to the poor. A forum for the lobbyist. A teacher to the teachers. A democrat for democracy. A dictator to the dictator. A dictator to the democracy. A democrat to the dictator. A religious person that doesn't believe that religion has a role in politics (never mind that religion forms the base of one's moral foundation – which indeed does affect the prism through which one views an issue). A anti-terrorist that promotes to killing of 100's of thousands of 'souls' annually (pro-abortion. Imagine the 'body bag' commercials of the anti-smoking crowd being used by the anti-abortion crowd). She is everything to everyone. A socialist at heart. Big brother to take care of everyone. Don't bother to be held accountable for yourself. Don't do anything for yourself because you are a bonafide member of 'The Hilliary Nation'. The official reservation of the Federal Government. Free to do nothing. To be nothing. (Except – vote democratic).

Ron, TX   November 5th, 2007 7:23 pm ET

First she was FOR the idea that she was being attacked because she's a woman. She graciously accepted the union endorsement the day after the debate when her strategists fed the union leader the line that was she beat up by six -men-, and then she willingly adopted the line "one strong woman".

Then, she was AGAINST the idea that she was being attacked because she's a woman. Now, it's just because she's the leader. Not because she's "one strong woman" or because she's in an "all-boy's club" that she tried to play at Wellesley.

Hmm.

Kim, Sacramento, CA   November 5th, 2007 7:21 pm ET

No Hillary, they did not pile on you because you are a woman or because you are winning. They "piled" on you because you refuse to answer questions, you refuse to state a position and if you do actually state a position you change it depending on who you talk to. This Hillary is why the other candidates said the things that they said to you last week.

jmaya, iowa   November 5th, 2007 7:20 pm ET

It amazing to see how these macho man like to underestimate an intelligent woman. Hillary you know it is tough and it gonna be tough for you; its not because you are flip flopper its because you are a woman. Even in 21st century man can't see woman winning. You are wining so men are whining.
Be strong and do what you can do!

Jed in Texas   November 5th, 2007 7:18 pm ET

Like a drunk trying to walk the line.Yes Ociffer I want to make everyone happy, especially swing voters........Signed Bush-Lite.

Michel, Los Angeles   November 5th, 2007 7:14 pm ET

The moderators set up the debate to be a democratic front runner bash to fuel the republicans and the foolish second tier dems. played right into it.
Obama and Edwards have only attacks; they obviously are not winning by their leadership abilities, issues or vision. They are weak candidates, that is very clear. Edwards lost twice in 04 (primary and general) he should have bowed out then. (Talk about learning lessons from the past). The campaign should be about issues not dems attacking dems. this just fuels the republicans. If you can’t win on your strengths, you will definitely not win on your attacks. Edwards seems to be the instigator of destruction for the democrats. Hillary will be the last one standing when the others have done themselves in with negativity. Hillary will win!!

travis   November 5th, 2007 7:10 pm ET

Then why did YOU play the gender card?

Alice Newman Center Harbor NH   November 5th, 2007 7:09 pm ET

I had a hunch it was her staff that thought of the piling on statement. Hillary is too smart and too tough to whine – she's ready to run with the big dogs.

It really annoys me tho, that when Mitt panders to one group and then another ... he's just "evolving" – in a party that doesn't believe in evolution! But only Democrats "flip-flop" according to those functioning in the parallel universe inhabited by the usual GOP hypocrites.

monica, rochester new york   November 5th, 2007 7:07 pm ET

Hillary's message that "The boys" were attacking the "Girl" came through loud and clear. Now that she sees this was a weak and insulting response she's trying to change her story. It's very telling that she didn't choose to address the challenges directly. She doesn't like answering tough questions directly and consistently.

Mike, Orlando FL   November 5th, 2007 7:03 pm ET

Wrong again Hillary....you're targeted because you are an insincere, lying scumbag.

When will we get proof of your Executive Experience?

Adam, Plano, TX   November 5th, 2007 7:02 pm ET

attacked for winning? there hasn't been a single vote cast, you aren't winning anything. you're attacked because you don't have a firm footing on ANY issue, you're stance spins around like a weathervane.

Wayne, Silver Spring, MD   November 5th, 2007 6:57 pm ET

Nov. 1st:
Hillary, "in so many ways, this all women’s college prepared me compete in the all boys’ club of presidential politics.”

Didnt you say that, Ms. Clinton? Dont you think it is disingenuous?

You are insulting our intelligence.

The "politics of parsing" in play, some can say.

David, Dallas Tx   November 5th, 2007 6:51 pm ET

"therealist" said, More flip flops??

She does better when she keeps her mouth shut…

I find myself in total agreement.

I didn't think I'd ever say that about one of therealist's comments.

Jesse, Burnsville, MN   November 5th, 2007 6:48 pm ET

Now she says she wasn't "attacked" because she is a woman, but I'm sure her and her campaign staff still want you to feel sorry for her because she is a woman. Sorry Hillary, you can have both sides.

Edwards/Obama '08

Tom, ALBUQUERQUE, NM   November 5th, 2007 6:47 pm ET

STAY STRONG MRS HILLARY CLINTON, the reason you are being attacked is because you are right, you are winning and the boys are running scared. HRC has the right message and she has the team structure to wrap up this nomination by feb.08. The last ditch effort by the boys is to portray HRC as weak and indecisive. To her contenders dismay, this tactic will fail and HRC will win the nomination and the Presidency.

Terri Tacoma, Wa   November 5th, 2007 6:43 pm ET

Oh WIN-ning. I thought she was talking about her WHINE-ning.

You're being attacked Hillary because of your flawed views and policies.

I hope someone – anyone – close to you tells you the truth.

Charlie, Upstate NY   November 5th, 2007 6:39 pm ET

She will be the next President. She's the only Democrat in the race who's being honest about Iraq and Iran, and that's because she has to consider the general election, while her opponents are all throwing Hail Mary passes in the hopes of igniting their soggy campaigns.

In the horse race, she's many miles ahead in the polls, organization, and money. When she wins the nomination, it will be a historic day that only foreshadows the amazing spectacle of her swearing-in in January 2009.

The GOP race is filled with cheap claiming horses, has-beens and never-was'es, wannabees and self-congratulators. Putting them all together, there's no plan for foreign or domestic policy, other than full-speed ahead on Iraq and Iran. Who's next?

If as expected Clinton gains the nomination, she will certainly trounce the sorry candidate propped up by the once proud party of Lincoln.

Let us hope that it's not too late.

Anonymous   November 5th, 2007 6:38 pm ET

The problem here is that she has had unofficial spokeswomen claiming she WAS attacked for being a woman. Geraldine Ferrara and the head of a feminist organization endorsing the campaign have pushed this "victim" aspect. This is the kind of double speak and deception we have come to expect for H.C.

Tere, FL   November 5th, 2007 6:34 pm ET

what are you winning, the opinion poll by Mark Penn?

roger, conway sc   November 5th, 2007 6:34 pm ET

They are all politicians and are going to tell us all what they think we want to hear...that includes Edwards & Obama as well as Clinton. I am sure if we all researched Edwards & Obama have done some flip flopping....BUT taking all that into consideration I will continue to support Clinton since she is running the least negative campaign & attacks the GOP more than the others...

Dan, Wilmington NC   November 5th, 2007 6:34 pm ET

They wouldn't waste their time if she wasn't a front-runner, but her flip-flopping answers based on the audience is reason for attack. I've seen many of the debates and she never answers a question yes or no. It's always "well, I agree with...but..."

Dave, Evergreen CO   November 5th, 2007 6:34 pm ET

Correction Mrs. Clinton, you are 'leading in the polls' not 'winning'. You can't win anything until votes are actually cast.

arrogance.

Gorbashov   November 5th, 2007 6:33 pm ET

Smart clarification!

Juan, Fort Lauderdale, FL   November 5th, 2007 6:30 pm ET

Give me a break – she's being attacked because of her warped political ideology!

s   November 5th, 2007 6:26 pm ET

I thoght she wasn't the frontrunner. What happened? P.S. You've won nothing yet!

Monte Brown, New York, NY   November 5th, 2007 6:23 pm ET

Mm Hm. Hillary Clinton is right. Obama and Edwards are player hating. They mad at Hillary because Hillary is winning. They need to stop hating and to join the winning team. Hillary Clinton is the most qualified candidate, the most experienced candidate and she's READY TO LEAD.

Casper NYC   November 5th, 2007 6:23 pm ET

I believe she meant to say she's being attacked for "whinning", not "winning". Probably a typo, doncha think?

therealist   November 5th, 2007 6:20 pm ET

More flip flops??

She does better when she keeps her mouth shut...

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