I think the biggest detractor to a Ron Paul candidacy is that he's running from the platform of the Republican party. Republican Party?!?!? If he were running as a Democrat or even an Independent I could see him polling a LOT higher.

Has anyone stopped to consider for a minute that maybe the reason he polls consistently in single digits is that such polls are comprised of likely and/or registered voters in REPUBLICAN caucuses and primaries?

For a party that voted twice for George W Bush into the office of commander in-chief, I doubt such a Pro-Torture, Pro-War, and Pro-Religion in Government pool of voters would be interested in the truth to power that Ron Paul speaks and his insistence of upholding the constitution and separation of church and state.

But his identification with the Republican party is why I cannot, in good conscience, vote for Ron Paul. Instead I would ask Dr. Paul to please consider a run as an Independent.

It's awesome how Ron Paul says he is "pro" something as opposed to saying he's "anti" its opposite.

It's like Mother Theresa said…. "I was once asked why I don't participate in anti-war demonstrations. I said that I will never do that, but as soon as you have a pro-peace rally, I'll be there."

I'm tired of paying taxes for programs I'll never use like social security… and federal income tax is unconstitutional anyway.

Thanks cnn. Thanks for erasing the hell out of my comment. For what? You slanted, slandering, fearful, two faced, pathetic, elitist monkeys. How can you look at the state your government is in, shrug, sigh, and just delete these comments? How could you? How can you not be ashamed of that picture of Ron Paul? In accordance with CNN Comment Policy eh? As in, in accordance with whatever mainstream agenda must be pulled through to prevent freedom in this country? To prevent educating and informing the people? The number one job of MEDIA???? ISNT THAT YOUR DUTY? I KEEP SEEING FAIR COMMENTS ERASED? WHY?!?!?!?!?!?

Congratulations to you folks, who have proclaimed you have changed your voter registration to vote for Ron Paul. Let me point out though, it does not matter what party you are registered under, you can vote for anyone you want. On the 2nd Amendment, Ron Paul is on the money. The fact that there are crazies running around shooting people and creating a negative stigma for gun owners. The 2nd amendment was in fact written to allow people to keep the government in check, and take it down should it be needed. This is a legitimate concern these days, and we need to keep our constitution. Another point I would like to make, while i don't agree with everything Ron Paul says, or all his positions, I do firmly believe, that if they people speak, he will listen, and the majority would rule. This would not, and has not been the case with other leaders. I do not think Paul is as polished as he could be, but the message is clear, and he has proven himself to be beyond reproach. I don't care who you are, you have to respect that. Life is too complicated these days, and while we don't always agree on everything, I would hope, that given the chance, Paul will listen to the people, after all, that is what he is all about… the people, our freedom, and restoring the republic.

Thanks again for staying involved if we agree or not.

Ron Paul 2008
you have my vote, and any donation needed to restore freedom to America!

Guess what I just did? I'm a lifelong democrat who just switched parties so I can vote for Ron Paul in the primary! (My state has closed primaries.) This guy is huge, and I think people will be surprised when he flat out wins NH.

>But i wonder how many really understand his positions.

I think you'll find more of his supporters know his positions more than other candidates' supporters.

>Ron Paul would cut drastically on domestic spending.

Yes, that's the whole point. But he would cut internalional spending completely.

>He would let the market and private sector deal with health care…which means no change.

You right on his stance for the most part, but your conclusion is wrong; it would be a BIG change. Right now the problem with the health insurance industry IS government policy.

We don't complain about auto insurance, do we? Instead, we see Geico commercials on 24/7 and lots of competition.

This is because we don't get car insurance from our employers and our car insurance doesn't cover tune-ups and oil changes. So why is health insurance different? Because the government makes health insurance tax deductible for employers (but not for individuals) and insurance claim expenses tax deductible for insurers (but not for you).

>I think he would cut a lot of important domestic government programs.

Like what? Important why? I think hard working Americans are getting tired of paying 40%+ (effective tax rate) for income taxes and getting nothing in return. Name one FEDERAL resources that you use on a regular basis?

I can't name one besides national defense, which isn't defending our nation because it's being used to police the world.

In fact, you get a TON more value from your local tax dollars. Police, fire, rescue, local and state roads, education, etc…

I've read these comments and the dumbest ones are from people who say they would not vote for Ron Paul solely based on the fact that he's running as a Republican. Not real smart about what a true Republican stands for, are ya? It's called LESS GOVERNMENT! Now vote on the issues and with your heart — not on party names that mean nothing. Grow up.

If we see Hillary vs. Rudy I hope Ron takes his money and runs on his own so I can go waste my vote.

Why are there people who say they will not vote for Ron Paul because he is a Republican? STOP towing the party line! There is no big difference between Republicans and Democrats. They are all after special interest money! Finally an honest man (Ron Paul) with a perfect voting record comes along, and people can't pull their heads out of their butts! If you are sick and tired of the direction our country is going and you want America to get back to the way it is supposed to be, Vote for Paul!

More RON PAUL news:

Ron Paul won a recent NY straw poll. He beat Giuliani 26 votes to 21 votes.

Paul beat Rudy in his own state!

The rEVOLution is here

What an amazing feat!

Too bad it is buried deep down in the Politics stories. Not even in the Top Stories list. OH, I see why:

TOP NEWS: Pat Robertson backs Giuliani! He's got it in the bag folks! Big story here!!
TOP NEWS: McCain gets Brownback endorsement!

So Ron Paul pulls in $4M in one day – 24 measly hours – from 35,000 people – and gets this short blog? Not even a link as a Top Story? If Giuliani or Hillary did this we'd be reading front-page-news about it for months.

Nice to see someone making real legitimate progress, and not simply looking as far as their next lame "endorsement".

Odd, many comments have dissapeared in here that were previously posted.

Including mine.

And my last comment was nothing but positive and calm.

What gives, CNN?

I like his stance on the war but being basically a libertarian i disagree with him on most everything else.
I wonder if people are more attracted to his rising popularity…almost like it's "cool" to support Ron Paul.

But i wonder how many really understand his positions. Ron Paul would cut drastically on domestic spending. And leave almost every decision to the market. He would let the market and private sector deal with healthcare…which means no change.
I think he would cut a lot of important domestic government programs.

Although i won't vote for him, i respect his positions and respect his character for holding to his beliefs and staying firm on his positions even when it is not the politically correct answer for his party.

Who is Ron Paul…oh yea the guy that has no chance and acts like a bigtime wimp and wants to put his head in the sand and wants to be an isolationist. This guy is Pathetic.

Apparently my comment was deleted. You've gotta love that 1st amendment. If 'constitution being molested' is too defamatory, then we've got a real problem here folks. Wake up.

I am shifting my support away from the democratic mob and beginning to embrace the idea that Ron Paul deserves my vote. Prior to this, I felt that I'd waste my vote if I did so. I now realize that the worst thing I can do is cast my vote for another arrogant member of the governing class. Dr Paul is the only candidate who speaks in support of the American public.

The internet is a valuable source of information. It allows one to speak without signs being taken down off of fences, or being told to move off of a busy intersection with a written point of view. For those who care about their country and how it's being run are aware of the issues that our country is facing today. They know who's running for president. They listen to the candidates and their point of views. If anyone is listening close enough they'll realize that Ron Paul has America's best interests at heart, and he won't let us down.

What's so shocking about it? There is no such thing as an unbiased media these days, when increased quarterly profits dictate what we're going to see on television or hear on the radio. No corporation is going to put the spotlight on the man who is going put things back into order by killing ridiculous spending; in this case, 'Big Pharm' will take a blow when Paul fixes free trade with drug imports (i.e. Canada and Mexico). Are those not your sponsors CNN? Which "side effects may include.." commercial are you scheduled to air next? It's a real disappointment That objectivity has been replaced with so much opinion.. and that some of the most important stories go unheard, and are suppressed by garbage that isn't even newsworthy. In a poll two weeks ago, 41% of Americans could not name a single republican candidate running. FORTY ONE PERCENT!!! More people are aware of things 'you people' think we should care about, like what kind of trouble Britney Spears and Paris Hilton have gotten themselves into this week. That is repulsive and intolerable. The American people are being 'dumbed down' and misinformed, and this network takes a fair share of the blame. Here's a newsworthy story: The American People are becoming more and more aware that we can no longer allow the corrupt policies and Corporate Machine to run on cruise-control; because absolute powers will ALWAYS corrupt, and we have long since passed that mile-marker.

America is waking up now. We have a year to go and most voters have internet connections. While many corporate sites are filtering-out much of the Ron Paul phenomenon, there is a passionate and unstoppable drive from many 'true Americans' to get the word out that our Constitution is being molested, and we have to remedy the problem before it's out of our hands. Ron Paul is the only candidate willing to acknowledge the truth, while every last one of the others turn a blind eye to it (their only difference are the degrees to which heads are turning from the 'real' issues of today). THAT'S the shocker.

Finally a nice guy who WONT finish last. Ron Paul is more than just presidential material, he's a light of hope in the darkness the Bush administration has cast.

For those that support Ron Paul, I am happy that you are looking forward to VOTING. It is ashame that not all Americans are VOTING. Let me state this again; we as American need to be voting even if it means that a bunch of people write in someone for city council. It starts there.

As to those that think Ron Paul is a statesman, I must respectfully disagree. To remove the U.S. from many treaties and trade in the world is asking for trouble. He appears to be an isolationist to me. I can't agree with a man who believes government is totally evil. That is how it appears. The money he raised is for the fact that he is an underdog and not just for his views.

Ron Paul's going all the way to the white house folks!

Posted By William, Sacramento Ca : November 6, 2007 4:08 pm

To offer his congratulations to President Hillary Clinton.

I notice that most of the negative comments here are pretty much just name-calling. Trolls with an agenda, perhaps?

It's a shame that this was not the top story on the politics page yesterday and is relegated to only the Political Ticker. Meanwhile the top story on the politics page was "Obama supporters rally to get Colbert off the ballot" I like Colbert, but come on. Biggest single-day contriutions in one day and you're talking about a comedian running a fake election??!? WTF?

This guy has a lot of good ideas, but there is one position that he takes that I just cannot agree with: the Second Amendment. He comes off as just another NRA nut on this topic, and for that reason alone I cannot support him.

WHERE do you get the ugliest possible photographs of Ron Paul for your stories??

I don't see any other candidates portrayed as grumpy and mean. There must be 10,000 other pictures you could use.

The 'lame stream' media becomes more antiquated every week. The world is changing faster all the time and the narrow minded corporate fascist elite media simply is not agile enough to deal with a motivated, educated and technologically literate voting constituency.

It's funny how we (me included) love to get upset at the ridiculous spin the media puts on Ron Paul. I make a sport out of sniffing it out and discrediting it…I look forward to the day when we all realize that their voices have become totally irrelevant.

Don't become a Fox News, Ron Paul is for real and you will not be able to hide him forever. It is a Ron Paul Revolution!

Ron Paul is the real deal and the media can't take that away.

Ron Paul is the people's choice. So sad that the other candidates need all the media coverage to beef their campaign. If you haven't had the pleasure of finding out about Ron Paul you're missing out, he is the best for all American citizens.

Interesting that CNN would delete my post from 8:19 or so EST. All it did was refer to the marginalization of Mr. Paul while clearly indicating that I wasn't a supporter. I simply referred to the fact that the people, not the mainstream media, should decide what was relevant. Oh, and that Mr. Paul's notable fundraising was perhaps more significant than Obama's camp blocking Colbert's candidacy in S. Car.

Mea culpa. And, to paraphrase Mr. T., "I pity the fool that didn't expect me to copy my prior posts." Because the one I sent earlier today did not contain anything objectionable in the way of language or usage.

Oh, and by the way and, again, I'm not a member of Ron Paul's cadre, but seriously CNN, you could not find a more neutral picture in your archives? Freedom of speech and fairness of the press demands not that you put the best face forward, only that you not put the worst face forward and that you try to navigate in such a way that you stay towards the middle. Wow. I'd like to take the clever individual who thought that pic was a good idea to lunch. I don't expect I'll receive an acceptance. Hubris reduces wisdom and cowardice confirms it never existed. Whoever chose this picture of Ron Paul is a coward or, worse, is not objective because he or she has a stake in the next election.

Ron Paul's ideas are refreshing and logical. If you have not taken a serious look at his politics visit his website or catch some of his videos on youtube.com. He knows what real freedom means, unlike the "powers" that are trying to block or suppress the legitimacy of his message. CNN we want more Ron Paul!

Did you hear it? The sound of every Neo-Conservative jaw hitting the floor at the same time?

It's about time. The mainstream media still downplays the numbers of Americans who want liberty and true justice, but it's going to come back and bite them in their collective butts.

America needs Ron Paul big time. Anybody else will just result in more of our children getting killed for another undeclared and illegal war.

I am a supporter of Barak Obama – but
I must say I am impressed.

I am also a registered Republican and I will be voting for Ron Paul in the NY primary just to stick it to the old guard of the very old fashioned Rep. party.

I truly respect your doctor!

YOU CAN'T IGNORE THIS CNN!!!!!!!

Ron Paul is the only Republican I'd even consider voting for. The man has a great vision for America, but will it result in votes. All the people who are dependent on the Federal government (welfare) will probably dislike him.

But he's someone who represents what the Republican party used to stand for, before it became the huge mess it is today.

If Obama isn't the Democrat running I'll be voting for Ron Paul, even if I have to write in his name, 1) because I think Ron Paul would be a great candidate and 2) I will never ever vote for Hillary. I don't care if I have to suffer through another Republican there's no way any of them would be worse than Hillary, well anyone but Gulliani who's just as bad.

Why are you not reporting on Ron Paul's rise in the presidential nomination race?
Don't underestimate the frustration of the American people and their desire for a fair, reasonable and democratic government!

Ron Paul should have been on the front page of CNN for this. Once again hiding him in the riff raff? The public wants to hear about Ron Paul, we want to see stories on Ron Paul. CNN just can't figure out what the people want. Ron Paul for President 2008!

If they are trying to reform their party with this guy too bad….I don't want a white house controlled by republicans.. Doesn't matter who they are!

Posted By james,boston,ma : November 6, 2007 4:09 pm

They think they can fool us by picking on the nice guy for us to think that their party is still alive…looks like this guy is cashing in too with a book.I don't see any honesty in that…I just hate republicans no matter how good they might!

Posted By Mike,NH : November 6, 2007 4:34 pm

I have been thinking the same…Take for example your sister get killed by a husband of a certain family….They have another son that is good and gets along with people..Would you go ahead and feel good about the other son and associate with him and think you can eat from the same table…..I wouldn't and I think I would feel that the memory of My sister would hurt further relationship with such a family….I wouldn't use the other son to bring them into any kind of friendship…..This is the same here. No matter how good Ron paul might be….I wouldn't think to have him as my president would be a good idea for me and not any republican!
I am hurt and I am sure American people are hurting…Time to move on without these Idiots(republicans)…
If you feel he is still a good choice, good luck with that….

Excellent news! He deserves to be recognized by the American public.

Nice of CNN to bury this story halfway down the politics blogs website, and not mention it anywhere on the cnn.com homepage.. instead you have a huge image of hillary talking about her horrible debate performance. I see where CNN's loyalties lie.

At least MSNBC ran this story on the front page of their website!

I would like this guy to win. Even though I am a non-resident living in US, he has the best interest of Americans, the USA and the World.

I've never given to a political campaign before, until Ron Paul. Finally there is someone who speaks for me. That is Ron Paul! He is the ONLY true defender of the constitution out there! Now if some of you newspeople would grow some spine and put him on the front page! What are you afraid of?

WASHINGTON — Census Bureau data suggests approximately 600,000 Republicans are likely to vote during the 2008 election cycle. GOP campaign fundraising reports show 75 percent of all Republicans will donate to their candidate of choice. Ron Paul's fourth-quarter fundraising activity includes 70,000 individual contributions between. Oct. 1 and Nov. 1. roughly 65% percent of all Republican voters.

Ron Paul Rally this Veteran's Day weekend at Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA

I was one of the many who donated $25.

Remember the fifth of November!

Go Ron Paul!

Whoever picked the photo for this report should get a raise at CNN. Even Saddam Hussein had better photos of him on CNN. Come on!

Changes will be painful and this just shows CNN, a big corporation is afraid of change even if the change will make us all more proud as Americans. But thanks for publishing my first comment!

Ron Paul has a considerable following and he should not be taken lightly by the Republican party, as they may find him running as an Independent this summer!
The campaing is built and is growing in leaps and bounds. An enigma truly, not seen since Ronald Reagan??

"I guarantee you the number is false. "Reported" versus "Actual". Ron Paul's campaign will do/say anything to try to drum up notice.

The guy is a kook who thinks the pentagon was blown up on 9/11 by a government missile because there was no wreckage from an airliner found.

Posted By Ray, Rochester : November 6, 2007 3:16 pm ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, but Ray,,, they (bushies) didn't find any airplane parts. none. not even the kind that don't burn. could it be Ron is not a kook but Ray is intentionally ignorant? or did you find some airplane parts and can show anyone? I am voting for Ron Paul, because there were no airplane parts, and we don't build the kind of building that can be knocked down with a silly lil airplane, let alone 2 of'em.

This is the first time I've heard it called "anti-abortion rights". What happened to "pro-life"? Obvious spin there! Ron has made it clear its up to the states to regulate this, NOT the federal government!

Stick to your message and values and you could turn America around Paul!!! America First and politics last!!!

Small donations mean votes. Large donations per person mean more money for running TV ads, but you have to watch TV. Many people now spend more time online than in front of the TV. This election will be hard to predict. Dr. Ron Paul is looking stronger day by day. He is a magnet for online intellectuals and people with common sense.

This is fantastic news! Someone breaking through the ridiculous media "filter". I really do believe America needs a new direction….sticking to the Constitution, is a truly noble idea.

p.s. Ron Paul isn't a kook, he's just so sensible that it sounds kooky to us brainwashed Americans. For example, abolishing the IRS is something we think will never happen. Replacing it with a higher sales tax will bring in more money from the "underground" economy of people such as drug dealers who don't pay (or file fraudulent income claims.)

Paying tax on what we buy instead of what we earn makes a lot of sense. Keeping every penny of what we earn and paying tax on what we buy should be appealing to the average American. Ron Paul has grand ideas such as this, but it sounds radical to most people.

If the media would spend more time discussing issues in detail and less on fluff, most Americans would learn that they probably agree with Ron Paul more than they agree with any other candidate. Paul probably understands the Constitution better than the other candidates as well, and would certainly follow it more than they would. If Guliani or Clinton are elected, we're only moving more quickly down the path of bigger government and socialism.

My comments were also deleted. They were neither mean-spirited nor wild nor hyperbolic; does cnn try to tip the balance to fit their own views, or what?

Finally a candidate who is for America and Americans. The other candidates, or for that matter the media, never challenge his 20 yr. congressional record because it is rock solid and has not changed. I have never been fired up by a Presidential candidate before Ron Paul. He is the real deal and exactly what America needs.

CNN apparently doesn't want you to know about anybody but Rudy, Romney, Hil, and Obama. I like what Ron Paul is doing. Keep getting the word out. Personally, I'm voting for Joe Biden. Give him a look too. CNN, stop deleting our posts.

I am proud to have been a Ron Paul supporter in 1988 (when I met him) and I'm proud to be a Ron Paul supporter today! He's the only candidate that honors the U.S. Constitution. It's a shame more voters don't respect that document and that the elections for them have become little more than a sporting event with each side rooting for their team, flawed as they may be.

1776 … long live the Revolution.

Many people forget that this country is a Republic not a Democracy. A true Democracy is tyranny by majority. The founding fathers understood this and setup our Constitution to provide a Republic where the rights of the individual are protected from the will of the majority.

True "American Patriotism" is the resistance of Government tyranny when it infringes on the rights of any individual. Concepts such as freedom and personal liberty belong to each and every human being regardless of the existence of a government. The founding fathers revolted against the British government and against King George and declared these concepts, risking their lives.

Today, men and women who stand for these same ideals are commonly ridiculed. Great men such as Ron Paul who stand firm on concepts that matter to our personal rights, freedom and liberty … as well as the Declaration of Independance and Constitution are often ignored. I stand with Patriotic men like Ron Paul. It's my duty to do so because of the Country I grew up in. Our freedom, our liberty, I fight for everyone.

Republicans and Democrats are busy wrapped up in using the government to pursue and execute their personal agendas. This concept is wrong. Governments role is not supposed to be social engineering our country the way the majority feels they think it should run. That logic results in oppression that is no different than the facists we have fought over the years and that we continue to fight in the Middle East.

If RON PAUL gets the Republican nomination the R.N.C. would hire N.R.A to shoot the R.O.N and the folowing statements would follow: RUDY GULIANI: He would hold a press conference and blame it on the liberal media and THE CLINTONS and then happen to mention 9/11 a dozen times. MITT ROMNEY:The incident happened on a weekend and I was busy passing out my church pamblets door to door.FRED THOMPSON: Wife,Jeri Thompson held her own press conference and said her husband Fred was taking a nap at the time of the incident.JOHN MCCAIN: I'm glad they didn't waterboard him (Tortured) If I did it I would of BOMBED, BOMBED, BOMBED.MIKE HUCKABEE: Huckabee only statement was "Did you know I won the Iowa Straw Poll".DUNCAN HUNTER:Hunter said he believes that we should all be able to bear arms and protect ourselves from all evil-doers foreign or domestic.TOM TANCREDO: Tancredo says he believes that Illegal Aliens were involved and that they should of built a fence around Ron Paul. AND ON THE DEMOCRATIC SIDE…HILLARY CLINTON: I blame the Bush Adminstration but I could see why they did it and if I knew now what I knew then ( A minute ago) I wouldn't of said that.BARACK OBAMA: White People? Go fiqure. JOHN EDWARDS: I Blame Hillary!! JOE BIDEN: Biden remarked he was the only one with the track record to bring both partys together and that he could of made it a BI-PARTISAN incident.CHRIS DODD: He commented that he thought that shooting a candidate was a privilage not a requirement.BILL RICHARDSON:At his press conference he took the opportunity to go over his resume once more. DENNIS KUNICH: He commented that Tom Tancredo was wrong it wasn't the Illegal Aliens that were involved it was just the Aliens that were involved. MIKE GRAVEL: When Gravel was found he was very upset that he wasn't invited once again to particapate.

I donated $150 yesterday, because I believe in Ron Paul's dedication to lowering EVERYONE'S taxes, slashing all this absurd unnecessary war spending, and ending foreign "aid" (welfare) so that Americans can choose their own charities privately instead of being forced to give to other people's causes.

Ron Paul will take us out of this fascist regime and bring back our freedoms.
We want peace and no nation building. Give the Iraqis their land back and get Black Water and the thousands of contractors out of Iraq. This suffering we have caused is more than despicable. Its time to end all wars.

Big media sucks, and this election I am NOT voting for a lesser of two evils (or what CNN calls a "frontrunner") I'm voting for who I want to become office, someone who won't run a huge national debt and polices the world.

I donated to Paul yesterday.

haha whoops meant three things….added one afterwards.

Two things
1. It is a claim that he raised that because it can no be verified before the end of this quarter people. It is not hard to understand.
2. It is a shocker because this guy is not polling well and it is rare for any candidate, front runner or not, to raise that kind of money in 1 day.
3. There are many reasons I will not vote for Ron Paul but one of them is how his supporters swear there is some conspiracy behind his coverage. look around folks every second tier candidate gets treated like crap. there is no real bias. Be happy with the coverage you get and quit telling people they are being fulled by the media. I have read his profile and that is why i am not voting for him….nothing to do with the media.

excellent, my comments are being censored. Way to support the 1st amendment CNN.

I would also like to point out that Ron Paul does not support the North American Union, The Federal Reserve, the IRS or the Council of Foreign Relations.

All these groups are eating away at our civil liberties like parasites. If you are uneducated in these matters, Google them, and open your eyes.

Ron Paul is the best candidate for president I have seen in my lifetime. Unlike our current president and the rest of the 2008 candidates, he does not have his own agenda.

I am going to actually register to vote for this election if he becomes the republican presidential nominee. I just hope that my vote and the rest of America's votes are actually COUNTED this election.

If another rigged election occurs in 2008, this country is doomed.

I am concerned about the marginalization of any candidate who apparently has some widespread appeal. It doesn't matter whether you like him or not; this is America and the people, not the media, should be the ones to interpret the message. Shame on Fox and CNN for not providing objective coverage proportional to the significance of this fundraising item. Less important than Obama vs. Colbert? We, as a people, are not that stupid, are we?

To those who say Ron Paul is a "nut". How? In what way? Is going back to the Constitution a nutty thing to do? What is more nutty? Someone who promotes a humble foreign policy or someone who throws out warlike rhetoric towards Iran that sounds very similar to the pre-Iraq War rhetoric?

Anyone who thinks Iran is a threat to this nation is just some kind of sheepie who can't think for themselves and listens and hangs on every word the media shoves in their face. Iran may have some nutjobs in leadership, but I could formulate a pretty solid argument that we have similar nutjobs in power here.

I am so proud to see Americans showing the mainstream media that they do not have a monopoly on who we will unite to support!

With that said, thank you CNN for your coverage of Dr Paul's campaign. If you keep me up to date on his progress, I will be a regular viewer of your website and news station.

Dr Paul cured my apathy

"I got a feeling there's a new day, the sun is rising. I got a feeling everything is gonna change"

Restore the Republic ~ Ron Paul 2008

Yesterday was the first time I've ever donated to any candidate ($50). This February will be the first time I've voted in any primary election.

Restore the constitution! Bring the troops home! Power to the people!

I hope that this will show the media that Ron Paul and his supporters are for real and that it will initiate a WHOLE LOT more coverage. We are not going away!

Also, for those who think they would be wasting their vote on Ron Paul because the polls show him in supposedly last place..think again!

Go Ron Paul!

Hard to ignore now. CNN-FOX-ABC-CBS-ETC

I noticed that my comments have been deleted. Democracy at work… thanks CNN!

As a physician and a democrat I think Ron Paul offers us our only hope. CNN is doing its best to make support for him look like a waste. Wrong – I'll choose my own candidate CNN and you can stick to the news. You can call him a "long shot" all day long but your polls disagree and that's called having an agenda.
Nice pic of Paul by the way – how obvious can you be?

CNN is tells a lie in its article here. Ron Paul is not anti-abortion rights as they claim. Anyone that has listened to him on this issue will know that he simply thinks there is no one-size-fits-all federal solution to this issue and that states should decide.

Keep your money retards, this guy is a kook.

Looks like a kook, sounds like a kook, raises money with a movie based on a kook….must be a kook.

Hey all you Ron Paul supporters!! I'm with you! I donated 200$ on Nov. 5th!!

Note: Ron Paul was not the one who started this nov. 5th drive — CNN called it a gimmick, shame on them. It was the grassroots internet community who called for, created, planned, organized, and put into motion this magnanimous day where one man raised so much money to spread his message of liberty on one single day.

Shame on all you out there who blame Ron Paul for the choice of day, it was not his. Why blame anyone? the message was that Nov. 5th was a day that attempted to end tyranny by determined individuals, not terrorists trying to kill off the government (note – americans are terrorists! I'm proud of it! I hate king George!)

ALSO!! Why the heck isn't this front page news?!?!! this is flabberghasting!!! I can't believe i had to click on the "Politics" page, then click on some tiny worded "ron paul get's money" headline that points me to a 200 worded news article. This is pure evidence that, for whatever reason, the media don't care about Ron Paul. I might take that one step further and say that they are Afraid of Ron Paul….

Anyway!! JUST LIKE WE MADE HISTORY ON NOVEMBER 5th, SO CAN WE MAKE HISTORY BY BOYCOTTING CNN. If these MSM nincumpoops can't get the idea that 37,000 people support this champion of liberty, then something is wrong.

REMEMBER YOU RON PAUL SUPPORTERS —

126m people voted in 2004 — that means that in 1 day 3tenths of 1 percent of the entire population of america — ONE YEAR BEFORE THE ELECTION — gave 100$ or more to Ron Paul. that's amazing, and I would think that this is a record

Tired of being ignored by your President, Congressman, senator and political party? Sick of watching them pass legislation that is not in the best interest of our Country? Want an end to the war in Iraq and our troops home? Tired of the corruption and watching our freedoms go down the drain with the dollar and our economy? Vote for Ron Paul for President

Its funny that Ron Paul supporters get so angry at the picture of Ron Paul, every picture on CNN usually is rather funky. Even Hillary, of whom the "Clinton News Network" is said to support, looks like she is bloated or mid-bite per each picture. CNN just needs to pick out better pictures.

Oh and Ron Paul, another white male in the oval office? Lets shake things up and have some change. Clinton and Obama 08 PEOPLE WAKE UP!

Amazing! Think that Nov. 5th is big. Wait until the next fund raiser. The RP Revolution is growing. The more CCN, FOX, ABC, CBS, NBC tries to censor the RP message, the stronger his movement gets. Please, keep up the sub-par work you are doing.

you people are absolutely insane.

Why did you delete my previous comment, CNN? It was up for 30 minutes so I know it went through. I thought it was appropriate, relevant, and generally mild. Was it because I called you Fox News Lite? Don't be so sensitive. I applaud you for covering this story, which they didn't, even if you did put it through a heavy spin cycle. Don't you know that Lies and Censorship are going to leave your clothes smelling really dirty?

The Guy Fawkes Day link is very relevant, but not because of the plot itself. After the attempted bombing, the incident was used by the English government to increase the power of the monarchy and reduce civil liberties. I personally don't see a huge assault on privacy and freedom of speech, as many people do. However, it's still an interesting parallel – terrorist attack leads to increased executive power and the use of torture. Yes, Guy was tortured.

I just donated $200 yesterday. I don't even think Ron Paul will win, but i can't pass up the chance to support the one candidate that i think will represent some real positive change in American foreign policy and monetary policy. Please give him some time and real thought.

Let's see: Ron Paul has won every post-debate poll to date and he just raised over 4million in under 24 hours yet news of this massive fundraising event finds its way only to the internet of most media conglomerates. If its so much of a "shocker", why did I not see it on TV today?

Democrat and physician for Ron Paul

I agree with the following

"why don't you guys fire Nancy Grace and Glenn Beck, both a couple of worthless idiots? You might find your ratings improve."

Posted By Josey2006

Good grief! Couldn't CNN find any pictures of Dr. Paul where he doesn't look pissed?! He actually smiles a lot, so I can't figure out for the life of me why the should select a picture that shows him in such an unflattering light. Oh, and the "anti-abortion rights" label was just priceless. Would it be too much to ask of a serious news organization that they just call him "pro-life" or simply "anti-abortion"? Instead they have to smear him as anti-Rights! Disgracefull!

Can you imagine if 100,000 people donated $100 instead of only 33,000 like yesterday? The media has been remiss in giving Paul's message much attention. If they start, there will be many more people supporting what is undoubtedly a very honest and straightforward politician. We need change and Paul can deliver.

Me and my husband both donate on the 5th of Nov. I will keep on giving until he get into the white house

Ron Paul has shown he can raise money and his opposition to the war and his dedication to the Constitution's principles are admirable traits. However, he introduced legislation to repeal the assault weapons ban (complete nonsense), and his immigration proposals are just plain unrealistic. Sorry Ron Paul fans, it ain't gonna happen.

I AM VOTING FOR RON PAUL BECAUSE I AM SO SICK AND TIRED OF OUR GOVERNMENT, DEM OR REP.'S SMOKESCREEN OF DECEPTION. THIS WAR IS ALL ABOUT OIL-SOLD WITH DOLLARS OR EURO, WHICH WILL DETERMINE THE FATE OF AMERICA'S FUTURE. AMERICA IS FIGHTING TO SAVE HER EMPIRE; AND THE EMPIRE IS BUILT UPON THE U.S. DOLLAR AND NOT UPON THE EURO. THE EURO IS THE REAL WMD. AND WILL DESTROY AMERICA'S FINANCIAL EMPIRE, UNLESS AMERICA CAN DESTROY HER ENEMIES FIRST. PRESIDENT BUSH TOOK SADDAM OUT, WHO IS NEXT IRAN?

I also made the switch from Democrat to Republican because Ron Paul is more representative of me than any of the other candidates. He will get my vote, and $2,300 of my cash, even if he doesn't agree with me on Roe v. Wade, but believes that is something best decided by each of our 50 states. WE ARE THE PEOPLE, and we are simply speaking up! Let's hope that serves as a reminder to all politicians of what it truly means to be an American!!

GO RON !

He is a long shot becoming more noticible.

Paul has been called conservative, Constitutionalist, and libertarian. He advocates non-interventionist foreign policy, having voted against the Iraq War Resolution, but in favor of force against terrorists in Afghanistan. He favors withdrawal from NATO and the United Nations; supports free trade, rejecting NAFTA as "managed trade"; and opposes amnesty and birthright citizenship for illegal aliens. Having pledged never to raise taxes, he has long advocated ending the federal income tax and reducing government spending by abolishing most federal agencies; he favors hard money and opposes the Federal Reserve. He also opposes the Patriot Act, the federal War on Drugs, and gun control. Paul is strongly pro-life, advocates the overturn of Roe v. Wade, and affirms states' rights to determine the legality of abortion.[2]

from Wikipedia.

Is this THE Ron Paul you guys are spamming for? – SCARY.

It's encouraging to have a logical politician get some support. I've decided that he gets my vote.

Ron Paul is a nice guy and all and I agree with him on some points, Iraq certainly, but you guys need to be realistic; he doesn't have a chance,, too little, too late…

I have the impression that the mainstream media and lobbyists want to choose a President for us once again.

"He's a true freedom fighter"

B.S. Anyone who's anti-abortion is either anti-women in general, or deranged with made-up christianity, since the bible says ZIP about abortion.

In every falling empire there comes a critical point in which leaders fail their nation. George W. Bush has done just that, he has failed. I originally was a Bush fanatic, but his subsequent actions in Iraq and botched budgeting has turned my opinion against him.
Ron Paul, is a public servant with over 20 yrs under his belt. A doctor, and veteran, he has such a solid voting record that Main Stream Media (MSM) can't touch his record, so they attempt to portray Ron Paul as a "fringe" movement, well…
Hi, my name is Jacob and I work full time, and am not a multimillionaire. I don't believe the World Trade Centers were an inside job. Nor do I believe that the Patriot Act at this point is being used to target U.S. civilians. However there are certain limitations established by our founding fathers laid out in a document known as the Constitution. I feel it is imperative we adhere to them to ensure the survival of our great nation. We may or may not be considered an Empire, however regardless we are a Democracy. We have the ability to correct our mistakes rather than perpetuate them. Ron Paul is our eraser, he'll undo those things which have proven to be malignant upon the American people, and American spirit.
We MUST remove the income tax
We MUST allow those wishing to depart from the social security system to due so
We MUST go back to a precious metal standard if we ever wish to be lifted from the slavery of interest which the majority of Americans find themselves imprisoned too, lets not allow the statue of liberty be bond by the chains of debt.
We MUST end imperialism in foreign nations, 55 yrs in Korea, think it's been long enough?
We MUST revert to the old ways of our former Statesmen rather then the polarization for popularity.
We MUST not allow our apathy to allow us, good people, sit by as the small groups of sheep led by the Main Stream Media cast their ballots blindly.
it is our civil duty as informed individuals to vote accordingly to whom we feel is best fit to lead our nation, not vote as if we were betting or bidding on a auction for presidency, the object is not to vote to win. But to vote for who is best fit to lead.
http://www.ronpaul2008.com
become informed, if this man can raise over four million dollars in a single day, don't you think you should know who he is?
I'm not an extremist, I'm not a loon, I'm not a truther or w.e. they call um, I am an American, informed, and angry as anything at the status quo

Let me clear up the connection to "V for Vendetta" for the poor lost souls that somehow think it promotes "terrorism" or "anarchy".

V for Vendetta is about standing up to a tyrannical, fascist government that uses terrorism induced fear to impose control over the population.

If you can't see the parallels between "V for Vendetta" and the draconian security measures that BushCo have put in place (The "Patriot" Act, etc..) then you have to be completely blind or living in a CNN information bubble.

That's the real issue here that CNN and other lazy, dishonest media outlets will trivialize into some Anti-American promotion of terrorism. By that logic the founding fathers would be labeled terrorists too, right?

Sampling error: +/-5 percentage points. Based on interviews with 379 registered Republicans. The CNN/Opinion Research Corporation poll was conducted September 7-9, 2007. How dare CNN say Dr. Paul is regestering in the low single digits from a 2 month old pole of less than 400 Republicans does this answer your question is Ron Paul getting fair treatment .What happened at the Straw Poles. Why is the Republican Jewish Coalition excluding Ron Paul from their debate forum. Aren't they Americans they didn't exclude him due to low poling

Glad to see some more good reporting on Dr. Paul. I think he gets a bad rap in the media thinking that his support isn't wide spread. For me personally, it all comes down to that he's the only candidate, republican or democrat, that really has a grasp on our financial problems and how to solve them. I've been a fiscal consverative all my life and have been ashamed on what the bush administration, who I voted for in 2000 have done to the republicans being "fiscally conservative."

Ron Paul is truly the last, best, and only hope that we have in this country for a return to a Constitutionally limited Republic.

In the past elections, we've had a choice of the 'lesser of two evils.'

Well now, America, you have a real choice to vote for a real American Patriot.

Even if you do not agree with 100% of his views, you at least know that they are truly HIS views and know where you stand with him.

Have the courage to make the difference and elect a REAL President for once America. You won't be sorry you did.

"…Only trants can take a nation to war without the consent of the people. The planned war against Iraq without a Declaration of War is illegal. It is unwise because of many unforeseen consequences that are likely to result…"

Rep. Ron Paul March 1 2002

I guess these 'spam bots' have money

Ron Paul has raised $7,381,809.44 as of 11/6/2007 4:48 PM ET.

Maybe now the GOP will be forced to acknowledge Ron Paul… the only true Republican in the race.

Did anyone actually watch "V for Vendetta"? The theme of the movie was a popular uprising to overthrow a corrupt dictatorship that was stifling society in an attempt to protect people from themselves. The parallels to the current administration are obvious, and the popular support for Ron Paul is because of his stances on small government and personal freedom. How anyone overlooked this and when straight to a theme of violence is beyond me.

Media controls who to vote for…Ron Paul most definitely deserves more media coverage to spread his message.

This article is more important than it gets credit for, hidden away on the ticker. Get some guts CNN.

CNN Lies:

1) Headline read "Ron Paul Claims…" What claim? This implies it could be a false claim.
2) "Presidential Shocker" What shocker? That you actually were forced to report it?
3) "subject of the recent film 'V for Vendetta'" Wrong. This film is not about Guy Fawkes or that event and is a blatant attempt to connect this peaceful doctor with any kind of violence.
4) "anti-abortion rights" Clearly false and misleading. I can't believe they can get away with this!
5) "Paul registers in the low single digits in most polls." This should obviously read "some polls", specifically the ones that leave RP out and rely on landline-phone-wielding registered Republicans, considering he dominates every other Internet or texting poll by an undebatable margin.

CNN Smears:

1) Repeated use of the words "Internet", "viral", "online". Yawn.
2) Introducing the idea that the concept of the fundraiser itself may or may not be potentially violent (though the creator says it isn't), and that Paul promoted the concept in recent speeches (that may or may not be violent according to some people). Why don't you just go ahead and say he may or may not be supporting terrorism?
3) Horrible picture: low-angle, angry-faced, against black with hard shadows. Pay attention and you'll notice the media always portraying the "bad guys" like this. The "good guys" will be against blue, red, white, or all three (with stars).
4) Deliberate omission of "Dr." when referring to him. What else is new?

CNN, you also forgot to mention he ran on the Libertarian ticket and has a lot of young supporters. Maybe when you issue your full-page retraction for the lies you've spread, you can clear that up.

There will always be someone to critizice you, so to everyone who does not like the use of the "Remember, Remember the 5th of November" slogan rest assured you are not alone. I'm not sure if you are in good company, but at least you are not alone. To the rest of us who can rise above the needless bickering about things that don't make a bit of difference in the future, I say Amen. God Speed Ron Paul. Ron Paul is the candidate for President FOR the United States, as opposed to President OF the United States. He brings a breath of fresh air. Learn of his message and you will learn of freedom. Or perhaps you like the direction the mainstream candidates of the last 10 years have us on?

Ron Paul is not a politician, he is a Statesman. There is a difference, go to Youtube to watch Dr. Paul and see this difference for yourself.

Ron Paul is to the point with a clear message and not afraid of losing votes for his beliefs in the new direction (change) the next goverment should take, (unlike other candidate hopefulls). Unlike the front runners with prepared-coached speaches and bureaucratic-jargen answers to questions on important issues that are never addressed in a clear one line sentence for fear of losing a vote,, Ron Paul means business, we the people know he will keep his promises (change), maybe Americans are afraid of change. And no! Ron Paul does not recieve enough media coverage his "message" deserves.

go Ron Paul liberty and fredom to america I donated money got some bumper stickers and I am telling evry one about Ron Paul and I don't care if CNN and Fox don't

I think you are confused Jaik. Ron Paul doesn't believe in abortions and doesn't want government involved in it. He wants to put states up to the task of that. He has never said he wanted to pass laws on abortion or the "other" social conservative issue. In fact, passing laws won't do anything as you've suggested. If women want to kill their child, that is their choice and not the governments. If there are no doctors willing to perform the operation, then she will be as you say "bleeding from hangers". The government should not say either way the womens choice. JUST AS the government should NOT force doctors to perform these operations. Each doctor should decide his morales.

My main concern are my Christian brothers and sisters who think Paul is pro homosexual and doesn't want to pass laws against that. What they don't understand is that people will do whatever they want. They seem to think that if we pass a law against homosexuals all will stop!? Right. You can pass laws until you're blue in the face, at the end of the day you're going to still have same sex couples. I'm not advocating this nor is Paul, but it is a waste of time and money to pass laws that are meaningless to the populace.

Ron Paul and Dennis Kucinich–both unelectable, both CRAZY.

I am a conservative, but I recently switched to the Republican Party to vote for Ron Paul. The Republican Party is not going to win trying to find the candidate most like Hillary Clinton. Guiliani and Romney are Clinton-Lite. Huckabee is a social conservative, but will bloat our government almost as much as Guiliani and Clinton. Ron Paul is far from perfect, but he is the only real choice for conservatives.

Concerning our undeclared war, Bush is not supporting our troops enough to win in Afghanistan let alone Iraq. Guiliani and Clinton will be no different. If we are not serious about defeating terrorism abroad, then once again, Ron Paul is the only candidate who will save American lives instead of wasting them.

Concerning Ron Paul and abortion, he will leave it up to the states. If you live in California, nothing will change. If you are for unrestricted abortion and live in Texas, vote for Clinton/Guiliani. It is your vote.

Ah, yes. Ron Paul–the lunatic right's answer to Howard Dean.

I like many Ron Paul supporters
agree on many of his issues, while
disagreeing on some his ideas. The
key for me is the monetary system
in America. He understands the scam
and wants it trashed. On the war, I don't support and immediate withdrawal
of troops. I also believe he will
stop any plans for a merger between
Canada and Mexico, incorporating the
"Amero" as our trilateral currency.
Ron Paul respects the constitution
and the responsibility of Congress
to grant a declaration of war.
Ron Paul has my vote!

Ron Paul I believe is real canditate , the only canditate I would vote for if I voted republican .

Ron will get all Rudy's votes making the path to the white house much clearer for hillary .

Ron Paul = Howard Dean

I believe that Dr. Paul isn't getting nearly as much news coverage as what he deserves. Out of anyone, he has the most internet support and if he had more media coverage I guarantee that he would be the primary if not the top 3 of the Republican candidates. No one I have ever personally talked to has had something negative about Ron Paul and I think that that says something about the man's beliefs and his constant way of inspiring the nation.

Maybe now Ron Paul will get the recognition deserved for winning 21 out of 41 straw polls

I gave 250.00. Ron Paul is the most honest man in Washington according to John McCain. I believe there is still hope for America. I believe in Ron Paul.
Bravo !!!

Okay, a lot of people are claiming that Ron Paul isn't anti-abortion rights, he's just for states' rights.

Here's a direct quote from his website:

"In Congress, I have authored legislation that seeks to define life as beginning at conception, HR 1094."

You can't say he wants states to decide for themselves if he also wants a federal law that would in effect make abortion illegal. (Hint: Killing something legally considered a human person would make it murder in the feds' eyes.) He says himself several times, very cleary, that he's against abortions and wants to do something about it.

It's scary how many people here are rabid supporters of this man without actually knowing what his stances are.

Give Biden a closer look! Like Ron Paul, he's got a much better plan than all the wider known candidates. Demand the media covers all of the candidates, not just Rudy, Hilary, Obama, and Romney.

All these comments about him cashing in on writing a book…

Which presidential candidate HASN'T written a book?

Aside from GW the vast majority of presidents had written books before being elected.

"V for Vendetta" has about as much to do with Guy Fawkes and Guy Fawkes day as "Point Break" has to do with former president's robbing banks.

But don't let a little research or editorial review get in the way of getting information out to the public.

This guy's internet support and fund raising continue to amaze me and I cannot see him staying in the 5% popularity range for long.

I disagree with some of his views (just seems too "out there" on some things), but have no question on his sincerity, and have great respect for his stances on the Constitution and individual freedoms.

For anyone voting more on "character" than "ideology", this is the guy.

Jaik – Ron Paul is a Constitutionalist. As a Constitutionalist, one realizes that one can't support one group's rights while denying another group those same rights. Simply stated, he thinks unborn children have rights too. But he does support abortion in cases of rape and the health of the mother. He just doesn't support it fundamentally. but he also said he would leave this up to the individual states. Read before speaking.

My husband introduced me to Dr. Paul about two months ago, and the more I read about the man, the more I'm enticed. This is the first time I've ever donated to a presidential candidate and I'm thinking of doing so again. I've been doing a lot of reading about Paul (and I do try to get a balanced perspective on the candidates) and I've been amazed at the passion which RP supporters have for Dr. Paul. I used to be very cynical about the election process, as well as the government among other US institutions and I have to say that Ron Paul is a breath of fresh air. Perhaps there is hope for America!

I believe that Mr. Paul and his campaign have either misinterpreted the messages in both the Guy Fawkes celebration and the film "V for Vendetta" or are taking the voters for fools. I simply cannot see how they can make a positive connection between two terrorists and a presidential campaign in the contemporary United States. Weather or not you find yourself liking "V" in the film, as no doubt one should since he does fight for what our contemporary values consider to be right, or Fawkes for whatever reason you might find, the two are still terrorists. I would find myself in a state of horror if Mr. Paul were to actually attempt to terrorize us United Statens in this way for political gain. I realize that in a world of political hidalgos, each Quixote needs to separate themself from the flock, and using popular culture has traditionally been a very successful way of accomplishing that goal. However, perhaps Ron Paul and his campaign should look at the deeper message behind the celebrations and films of traditional and pop culture before using them to promote themselves, lest they find themselves looking the fool. Thank you,

Posted By Casey; Champaign, Illinois : November 6, 2007 2:40 pm

First, he's talking about the symbolic overthrow of the modern government.

Second, you do realize that our founder's would fit under our present day definition of terrorists, right? Would you like to go on about how much you hate Sam Adams and others who created this country that you live in?

So when lot of emails are sent by lots of people about a hot topic, its grass roots, but when its about something that the CFR media doesn't like its spam.

How shameful.

Jaik: Ron Paul doesn't believe the federal government has the right to ban abortions. Although I suppose it really isn't your fault for assuming that CNN did a little research before writing this article.

A) Dr. Paul is not anti-abortion rights. He believes in letting states decide this issue. Our federal government was never meant to be the all-powerful decider of everything and the more people condone such an attitude, the worse things will be in our country.

B) For those of you complaining about the Guy Fawkes Day thing, watch the movie V For Vendetta. The message is about people being in charge of their lives, not some big-brother government.

Hehe…he looks like Gandalf without a beard.

In my small suburban town I saw a truck with a Ron Paul sticker on it. I am not leaning toward a vote for Ron Paul but I respect him more than I do Rudy or Mitt. For these reasons I put very little value in political polls that say Dr. Paul is running in the low single digits.

This article was so full of spin that I was dizzy by the end. Since when did CNN become Fox News Lite? The mainstream media is a joke, and everyone knows it, which is why the Internet is, sadly, the only place you can find anything close to the truth, and there's so much mis/disinfo around that it makes it hard to know who to trust.

Luckily, Dr. Paul has a perfect record that spans decades, which is something the top-tier flip-floppers can't offer. Their lies are easy to see through and Dr. Paul is so easy to trust because of it.

Good job, RP contributors. Keep spreading the word. Obviously we can't depend on the news anymore to let people know the facts. Everyone's a RP supporter, they just don't know it yet!

Whether you like it or not there are ONLY TWO (2) candidates that have a chance of repairing the destruction this administration and many of its law makers have inflicted on this country and others. Those TWO candidates are Joseph Biden and Ron Paul.

Any other choice from the candidates at hand and America will fall into the abyss that awaits, and 50 years will not undue the damage.

The choice set before the people.

My boyfriend and I donated yesterday for our first time ever. We'll probably donate more to get Paul to his goal. I'm already a registered republican and would have probably voted for Mccain or Huckabee, but Paul really stands out above all the candidates to me as being strong, honest, and intelligent.

How can you be for limited government and also be in favor of making government prod into women's personal lives and abortion rights ? that's oxymoronic. Either you want women to have abortions in safe clinics, or you want poor women to die in back alleys with bloody hangars, while rich women and politician's children can fly to some place where it is legal. Abortion isn't going to stop, it's been happening since before the species evolved. Its just a matter of whether you want women to die. plain and simple.
I can't vote for a person who has such an elitist view, that safety and health is for the rich only. Typical Libertarianism.

CNN and their rhetoric around Ron Paul continues to be extremely obnoxious! I DON'T WANT THEIR OPINION – I want INFORMATION ON Ron Paul! How it is not completely obvious and disturbing that CNN’s reporting is an attempt to dissuade public opinion of Ron Paul.

Obviously, $4.3 million shows that there are people with minds of their own that lack indoctrination from MSMedia and aren't listening to them! Time to sing a different tune corporate media & CNN! WAKE UP. Ron Paul is reaching people, REPORT don’t DISTORT.

To Ray in Rochester, Ron Paul is not a 9/11 truther. He has never said that. He believes we were attacked, and that we were attacked because of the U.S. foreign policy. Why don't you check the facts instead of listening to what these bought and paid for, so called "journalist" are saying.

Let's get to the white house Ron Paul 2008!! ronpaul2008.com

Our elections do not need to feed us big business candidates from 2 similar parties to still be democratic. If fact other democracys have more than 2 parties. The "neocon" agenda is promoted by both parties. Ron Paul is the last, best hope for America. And it is sad- he obviously has a large ammount of people who support him, but the Republicans will certainly nominate somone else.
Instead of a libertartian that would love and protect our country, we'll get annother pro-Isreal puppet, great, I'm thinking of leaving!

I don't know if Ron Paul's the best guy to be president, but I am beyond impressed by the passion of his supporters, who I often hear referred to as "crazy." Looking around at where we are as a country today, I'm starting to think that outraged Ron Paul supporters may not be the Americans who are out of touch with reality…

Can we please have more bias in the media? 'Presidential shocker' for those who haven't logged on to any independent media site in the last four months, not to mention that an independent candidate setting the single day record for money raising for the republican party only gets four paragraphs of coverage, while Obama's team being urged to make sure that Stephen Colbert doesn't get on the South Carolina ballot gets over a page of coverage and the running spot as the top story on the politics page. This is a truly embarrassing sign of the blatant hypocrisy going on in MSM (Paul didn't even make the 'Top Story' section on FoxNews' political page, surprise?) and will, hopefully, lead to the public humiliation of MSM leaders when Ron Paul wins the nomination for the Republican candidacy!

If they are trying to reform their party with this guy too bad….I don't want a white house controlled by republicans.. Doesn't matter who they are!

Posted By james,boston,ma : November 6, 2007 4:09 pm

They think they can fool us by picking on the nice guy for us to think that their party is still alive…looks like this guy is cashing in too with a book.I don't see any honesty in that…I just hate republicans no matter how good they might!

You go Ron Paul!!!!! I'm not a Repulican and won't be voting for you. But in my book, you're the smartest and the brightess Repulican in GOP field. Good Luck Ron Paul!!!

For those of you out there who think that this man is only about ending the war, please the war is already over, onto more pertinent issues – 1. Dr. Paul is an OB-GYN who delivered 4,000 babies for no charge for poor couples who couldn't afford it. Is there a single candidate who can even match that kind of philanthropy. He cares for real. Period. 2. Taxes – your second biggest expense in life after kids, which today is forced from you, go to destroying human civilazations abroad will for once be stopped. Through this century, taxes will keep going up until people revolt and choose not to have a government anymore. Dr. Paul wants minimum government.

Ron Paul for President! He is the only Christian Statesman! He has not been bought out by the new world order folks. He believes in states rights and a LIMITED government with LOWER taxes. He will also work to get rid of the federal reserve which is neither federal or reserve!

America, Please wake up! If Ron Paul does not get president then we all are done and doomed. Stand up and let the government know that we all know what is truly going on and vote for Ron Paul!!!!!! It does'nt bother him at all to tell the truth about the things that are being hidden from us Americans. The government thinks they are so smart and the only way to get America back is simply vote for Ron Paul for President 2008! He will make a difference in all of our lives!

What a joke, and they call this impartial journalism. Nice smear tactic CNN. I guess a picture that makes him look angry was warranted considering he just blew all of the other Republican canidates out of the water.

I've got a test for you CNN, let's challenge the other candidates to drum up a grassroots fundraising effort and challenge them to raise more money. It will never happen without the corporate interests.

You should be ashamed CNN. This is history in the making.

Doesn't matter how white they are as snow. If republican, forget it!

A republican who has changed to be democrat for Obama

Thank you for reporting on Ron Paul's November 5th donations of over
$4 million dollars raised in 24 hours on the internet.
This is just the beginning of what we are going to donate for his win!
Ron Paul 2008

Dear CNN,

Surely you can find a worse, more cadaverous photo of Ron Paul in your archives; maybe something with fangs and dripping blood — or would that be more appropriate for the current resident in our White House?

One thing I wonder about; since, according to the wisdom of your polls, Mr. Paul always polls in the low digits; yet he somehow manages to raise the most money in one day of any Republican candidate to date. Something tells me — this does not compute.

Maybe–just maybe–your polls are not accurate, or perhaps they are purposely "skewed" — you know, like the photograph you ran with this article?

I also added $25 last night. I only got to realize Ron Paul 2 days ago. After watching yourtube videos, I am deeply motiviated by him.

To: William Wallace
Conspiracy theories like that from Ron Paul supporters is what makes most people run away from Ron Paul as fast as they can.

It is heart-wrenching to think that Ron Paul, who in my opinion is the best man to lead this country out of all the phoneys, might not win. America is afraid to speak it's mind. We are creating a political aristocracy by re-electing people of the same family, and from the same circles. Two Bush's and two Clintons… It's SAD. Out of all of us Americans, you mean to tell me that we can only settle on a select few? Lets put the people back in power. Vote your heart. Vote Ron Paul. If you could go back, who would you want to write our constitution, Clinton, Obama, Giuliani, or Ron Paul. You know who you would choose: RON PAUL.
Freedom is the people — the individual, NOT government and NOT big-business.

I have NEVER donated to a candidate or political party, but have donated 3 times to his campaign. Ron Paul is a man of integrity and it would seem that he cannot be bought. If people like me are donating and supporting, then there is definately something going on.

Good luck Dr. Paul.

If they are trying to reform their party with this guy too bad….I don't want a white house controlled by republicans.. Doesn't matter who they are!

All Ron Paul backers need to get behind Barack Obama who is Ron Paul in a true 'democratic' way.

Ron Paul's going all the way to the white house folks!

Why does the headline read: "Ron Paul's Claim". Makes it sound like he's claiming something not true. It's not a "claim", it's the truth. They guy is raking in record breaking amounts. So pay attention!

Ron Paul has my vote. But it is the message that is gaining ground. Dr. Paul has even said himself that he has his shortcomings, but the message has none. Americans are getting behind the message, we are just organizing behind the most principled man on the hill. That message is freedom, and we want freedom to ring proud once again in America.

I dont care about this guy…He is capitalizing on Presidential bid too with his book…He is cashing out people…..That is not being honest too

Who writes this stuff? Ron Paul is not against abortion rights: he wants states to make those decisions. (People could vote for what they believe.) He wants federal government out of our personal lives.

CNN probably won't post this one either. They despise Ron Paul because he doesn't fit into their system of blind consumerism politics.

Ron Paul 2008

http://www.ronpaulgraphs.com/

Go Ron Paul!

Yeah, we're all spammers – riiiiighht. When will the Mass Media wake up to the grass roots effort spreading like mad?

I checked Fox News to see if they covered this story on their website. Big Suprise! They've decided to completely ignore RP. Thanks for the coverage CNN.

To the person that said suggested that paying high taxes is better for society than donating money to a candidate – It boils down to this: I prefer to spend the money that I earn on what I choose to spend it on. I do NOT want the government stealing MY money and spending it on what they think it should be spent on. This country was NOT founded on socialist principals. I've given Ron Paul about $800 so far. I've also spent time making and posting signs, and went to the debate in Orlando to cheer him on. I'm proud to support Ron Paul with my time and money! He's not only sane, he's honest and a true patriot!

It was nice of you to use the most flattering photo of Ron Paul that you could find.

Brief Overview of Congressman Paul’s Record:

He has never voted to raise taxes.
He has never voted for an unbalanced budget.
He has never voted for a federal restriction on gun ownership.
He has never voted to raise congressional pay.
He has never taken a government-paid junket.
He has never voted to increase the power of the executive branch.

He voted against the Patriot Act.
He voted against regulating the Internet.
He voted against the Iraq war.

He does not participate in the lucrative congressional pension program.
He returns a portion of his annual congressional office budget to the U.S. treasury every year.

Ron Paul is the man! he's definitely getting my vote.

He speaks the truth, in a world where most politicians are just puppets.

Though I don't agree with all of his views – he is the most refreshing presidential candidate in years. Why? Because he always tells the truth (as he sees it) and he has INTEGRITY, which has saddley gone missing from our political arena in the US.
To: CNN – Please give him the fair coverage and exposure he deserves.

Ron Paul is NOT "anti-abortion rights". Ron Paul is outside of the normal pro/anti debate on most everything. His view is from an different prespective. Please try to get it right CNN.

This shows you how much people are fed up with government. I don't think anyone realized how much until now. I saw V for vendetta. Loved it. I'd love to know the genius who came up with that one. i'm sure some of the other candidates will be searching for him or her.. God bless!! Go Guy!!

I had never heard of this guy until reading this article. I went and checked out his website and now I think I'm going to vote for him and donate!

Ron Paul is My Love & HERO…He reminds us of what a real American looks like.

Ron Paul is catching on. People are beginning to realize there is no answer with any other of the candidates. Ron Paul is supported BY the people, and he will work FOR the people. Washington is seemingly void of honesty, and Ron Paul is the answer. 4 million! Ron Paul 2008

Can we please elect this man, please? He stands for many of things the Constitution and Bill of Rights speak to which is badly needed now.

Say what you want, but there's a reason Ron Paul gets more support daily. Just 2 stories down on the CNN ticker is a story about how the economy and gas prices are a hardship for families. When Ron Paul speaks about financial matters and tells people why everything is going bad for the dollar, and ultimately the middle class and poor, people respond positively. It gets hard to see that the US Dollar hits a new low against the Euro, every week… It only ends when the American people and government especially, live within their means. And in this election cycle, that's only going to happen with Ron Paul.

CNN took off my comment that had Ron Paul's website attached to it. Kind of makes you wonder what kind of "balanced" news we're really getting here. Pretty scary that CNN can manipulate the vote this way.

I heard a quote once.

"Ron Paul is the president everyone wants, and stands for everything americans think they want. But once in office his popularity will fall because americans don't realize the impact of his policies. When the services they depend on start to go away true support for Ron Paul will be revealed and it will be very low"

my vote is for ron..i think he is the only candidate serious about bringing america back.

I donated $100 yesterday to Ron Paul's campaign. How do the numbers he's raking in shock anybody anymore?

FREEDOM IS POPULAR.

Maybe it is just me but the wording of this story is just strange. "shocker", "Ron Paul's claim:". If this were Rudy, McCain or even Edwards, I'm pretty sure the spin would be much more positive.

A good article on Ron (best of the few CNN has posted yet IMO) but the picture did not match up. He looks like he is troubled in the pic when I can imagine he is overjoyed.

Who is Ron Paul?

What will it mean when we learn in early January that Ron Paul raised more money in the 4th Quarter than Giuliani, Romney, Thompson, Huckabee, McCain? Will voters be willing to accept the premise Paul has a legitimate shot at the White House? We could very well find out. Paul has now raised more than 7.3 million this quarter, and we have 55 days left till January 1st.

Ron Paul champions the Bill of Rights and tirelessly works to protect Americans' civil liberties. The "right to abortion" is one presently granted by our courts, but it is not written into our original governing principles.

Personally, I am pro-choice, though I still support Dr. Paul. The Bill of Rights states in Amendment X:

The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people.

I just thought to point this out since Ron Paul is pro-life not "anti-abortion rights." Dr. Paul has helped over 4,000 women deliver their babies into the world in his obstetrics practice in Lake Jackson, Texas.

Recently, Congressman Paul proposed the "Sanctity of Life Act of 2005″ (and 2007), which would require that "human life shall be deemed to exist from conception, without regard to race, sex, age, health, defect, or condition of dependency."

I just thought to elaborate on where Ron Paul stands on that issue. Otherwise, thank you for your article.

I wish Republican voters would be so generous when it comes to paying taxes. Why waste so much money on any one candidate? They will spend the money on things that are not too useful to society.

It's called a revolution for a reason.

Glad the media is recognizing that the people are speaking with their paychecks in support of Dr. Paul, it is still ashame that they list him as a single digit poll candidate, they fail to mention that out of the first 27 national polls taken, they conveniently left him out of all but 5 during a time when his support started soaring.

The Greens last ditch effort to stop the war in Iraq??

Exactly, this guys is NOT imposing his personal opinions on the people. If something isn't constitutional, he won't get on board, in spite of his personal beliefs. For example, he believes marriage should be between a man and a woman, but he refuses to deny gay people the right to marry because it is UN-CONSTITUTIONAL. He's a true freedom fighter

I guarantee you the number is false. "Reported" versus "Actual". Ron Paul's campaign will do/say anything to try to drum up notice.

The guy is a kook who thinks the pentagon was blown up on 9/11 by a government missile because there was no wreckage from an airliner found.

Money like that doesn't materialize out of thin air (unless the FED decides to print more

Federal contribution limits only allow $2300 per person. Do the math. Look at the FEC reports of other supposedly "top teir" candidates. They get a handful of people tied to business interests to max out (often they max out X 2 claiming their spouse contributed). $4.3 mil divided by 35,000 people = $122.86 per person. Ron Paul has MASSIVE grassroots support, and that support is nowhere near maxed out – AND it is growing by the day.

If any other candidate had set the single day fundraising record like Ron Paul just did, it would have been on the front page of every newspaper in America.

Face it CNN – We are not "spamming" your polls with bogus votes anymore than we are "spamming" Ron Paul's donation box. Americans everywhere are standing up and having their voice heard! WE THE PEOPLE.

Ron Paul is the only constitutional candidate running. He's the only candidate addressing the monetary system which gives the government the power to rob the value of money. This raises the question…either the others are ignorant of the fact or complicit with the Federal Reserve. In either case, it rules them out as a true candidate to lead the nation. Our nation is in dire straights and people need to wake up to the fact and vote accordingly.

Drastically reduce the federal government, abolish the IRS, close the borders, restore the Republic! Ron Paul rEVOLution!

I was talking to a good frind of mine the other day, who happens to be a Libertarian. He said that if Ron Paul does not get the GOP nomination, he'll probably run as a Libertarian. Which would split the conservative vote and hand the election to whomever us Democrats nominate.

Ron Paul – 2008's Ralph Nader.

Yea! Let the return of the power to the people begin.

Remember: Give me Liberty or give me death!

Apparently, G.W and the rubber stamp democrates will give the latter in a few years.

The wording of this article is misleading. Paul would not make abortion illegal in the United States. He would leave it up to each individual state to decide its own laws about abortion.

Why does the media insist on this kind of spin when it comes to Ron Paul??

To say that he is "anti-abortion rights" is simple mis-information. While Dr. Paul (a gynecologist who delivered more than 4,000 babies) holds the personal opinion that abortion is wrong, he maintains a constant stance of the issue being not only a State's decision, but also one that should be between a woman and her doctor.

Dr. Paul would never impose his personal will on the people of the United States. Being a strict Constitutionalist he believes that all powers not given to the Federal government in the Constitution belong to the individual States.

Come on CNN, quit with the villification spin and tell the real Ron Paul story at face value: massive individual grass roots support by Americans who want to preserve what little freedom they have left!

If this man doesn't win, then America is finished.

thank you for reporting on Dr. Paul for once. now, could you please stop marginallizing his candidacy? obviously fund-raising like this indicates that Ron Paul is a top-tier candidate.

Ron Paul is the only candidate that can return the United States to prosperity and greatness. Too long we have attempted to police the world. We have sold this country off to China, and we must get it back. Freedom and Liberty are what make America great, and we have lost sight of this. I ask all American citizens to join me in taking back our once great country, and restoring respect for the Constitution and the Rule of Law. God Bless America, Ron Paul in 2008.

amazing news! this goes to show that Ron Paul's supporters are not just pimple-faced pale kids as Fox news would like you to think. they are real people who are more than ready to put their money where their mouth is!

Ron Paul 2008 – the last true hope for America. Ron Paul is our last chance to keep our Constitution and to put an end to the phone wars.

When will people start to realize that this is the only man who wants to get us out of the mess in the Middle East. Just look around Iraq is mess, Afghanistan just keeps getting worse, Pakistan is in crisis, and the Neocons as well as Hillary is threatening to spread the war in Iran. Wake-up America, Ron is the only one making sense.

I donated yesterday too. First time I've ever donated to a politician. He's the only candidate who appears to love this country more than himself.

Who in the world writes these articles? Is fact checking not required when you make a "point". Dr. Paul is not anti abortion rights? I swear the more i read mainstream media reports, the more happy i am about the internet.

Kudos to RP and all the RP supporters.

Shame on CNN for using such an unlikeable picture (angle and pose) for this non-MSM endorsed candidate.

It is refreshing to see my fellow Americans finally waking up to the circumstances they are in. Even if 1 billion dollars is raised for truth and freedom, even if every thinking non-robotic person wakes up and supports Dr. Paul, even if every MSM media scumbag article is challenged on the facts by hundreds of people who see the facts, IT WILL ALL BE FOR NOTHING if we do not take back the voting system to open transparent fairness.

Electronic voting machines are a part of the foundation of the establishment's control. The tyrants can safely sit behind phony poll results as a screen for the fraud they will pull on election day. The establishment foresaw that a certain percentage of Americans would start to awaken as the tyranny became more obvious. Unless you want all your work to go down the drain you MUST do something about the electronic voting machines. The system can crank in any result they want.

50 lawsuits in the 50 sates are in the process of being filed that demand the decertification of electronic, paperless voting machines like the Diebold system. Please check out the votefraud org also VoteInSunshine and the National Clean Elections Lawsuit: "N-CEL" for more details about this vital subject. Time is short. I pray it is not too late for all of us!

“I care not who votes, I care only about those who count the votes”.-
quote attributed to the dictator Josef Stalin

No comments are showing….censorship?

When will the MSM and the American public finally wake up and realize that Ron Paul ain't no joke? Its a revolution.

"He's anti abortion rights."

That's an outright lie.

And what's with the choice of photo? It doesn't even look like Ron Paul.

Why is the mainstream media so deftly afraid of this man? Have you all been payed off?

35,000 nuts donating to another nut. While Ron Paul wants us out of Iraq, he's worse than Bush when it comes to everything else he stands for.

Thank you CNN for covering what will soon be an inevitable story for the MSM to focus on in this Presidential season. Congressman Ron Paul's supporters are growing by the thousands because of his message of Liberty and the fact that America deserves a federal Government as plainly designated by the Constitiution. Times have changed for sure. But the principles of individual freedoms and the definition and practice of tyranny have not changed.

You write that Ron Paul "is anti-abortion rights". Can't you people write an unbiased piece and just state that he's pro-life?

Paul believes that it is still the states decision to change or hold the abortion laws. He understands the role of the Federal Government… and respects State Government law.

"spread virally on-line"

That's a pretty nice spin on old fashioned spam.

Ron Paul spam has reached epidemic levels lately. Good thing for politicians that they made political spam legal when outlawing other kinds of spam, eh?

I guess there's nothing wrong with promoting yourself the same way pedophiles, porn peddlers, drug pushers and other miscreants promote their wares.

Good on you Paul. Spam some more.

CNN's "Claim": Objective Reporting

Nice picture of Dr. Paul by the way, you couldn't find anything with a smile? What a bunch of hacks you MSM'ers are.

Ron Paul 2008!

I donated $100 yesterday to Ron Paul's campaign because I believe he is the man that will fix the mess we are currently in as a country. Bush got us into this mess RON PAUL will get us out!

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."

Margaret Mead

Peaople are coming together over this man and wanting change… its wonderful!!

Ron Paul's supporters are making a stand. It would pure ignorance for the media to keep disregarding him as prime candidate after yesterday's show of support.

I'm interested in seeing
A) How this affects his poll numbers, and
B) If he wisely uses these funds.

I admire the vigor with which Representative Paul's supporters are raising money; he is now a major player in this presidential race, and perhaps he deserves to be. But I've got a problem with the "Guy Fawkes" connection to his fundraising drive (and I'm sure I'll receive angry responses from Ron Paul supporters for what I'm about to say): it's a bit flimsy in that, as is so often the case with us Americans, it's based more on a "feeling" than a true sense of the nuances of the gunpowder plot, which, as with so many things, was far more complicated than we have a tendency to care to learn–the fact that the money-drive is so heavily based on a film about a guy who glorifies the gunpowder plot, and not the actual historical event itself, is telling regarding how we Americans view European history. (It's like the Northern Ireland scenario; we have a tendency to see it one way or the other, probably because we're removed from the situation and can afford to take simplistic stands, but the Irish will often tell you that if you claim to truly understand the scenario and fall heavily on one side or the other, you don't truly understand the scenario.) I lived and worked in the U.K. for several years, and what struck me most about the U.S. upon my return to my native country was the naiive manner with which we toss around world history to suit our rather culturally isolated opinions. (Don't get me wrong: I'm happy to be back, but frustrated, as well.) It can be a bit embarrassing at times. Proof? Today I spoke with many British citizens, Catholic, Protestant, and (as is often the case in the U.K.) secular, and every single one of them laughed at the Ron Paul money-raising scheme (which some of them had heard about on the radio)–every…single…one. And it wasn't derisive laughter, but rather knowing laughter; the world is waiting for us to fulfill our great promise as a nation and actually take a leadership role, which means that either we deal with international issues on their own complex terms, and garner international respect for doing so, or we keep thrusting our fists in the air and sloganeering endlessly…and continue to look like amateurs about this stuff. It's too bad, really, because Representative Paul seems to understand the nuances of the Iraq scenario better than a lot of current presidential candidates in that he knows how ridiculous this current Bush Administration policy is, and he knows that it needs to change in a hurry. (Democrat Bill Richardson is the only other serious candidate who fully agrees on this issue.) If only Mr. Paul's supporters didn't have to view an historical event through the context of a film of a comic book devoted to anti-Thatcher policies by a writer in the 1980's who was barely referencing an historical event that took place hundreds of years previously…. The actual historical Guy Fawkes may very well have been right in what he did, but filterning one's knowledge through such a dubious amount of layering is a bit overly silly for a country that by now ought to be a bit more grown-up about international affairs.

This is simply amazing. Let's hope for a grass roots domination. By the way, Dr. Paul isn't necessarily against all abortion, but he does oppose it being mandated at the Federal level, and I agree. There are certain things we just can't agree upon and they should be left to the states. I'm sick of hearing every other politician wanting a larger Federal government.

Speak up America! No more politics as usual. This guy stands for everything America was meant to be. This guy is honest, consistent, smart and cares about this country. VOTE RON PAUL and donate here:
http://www.ronpaul2008.com/

"While Paul registers in the low single digits in most polls"

Most polls? Which polls are included in your sample? Do you count polls that are removed as soon as Ron Paul's results climb out of single digits?

Defend the the Constitution!! VOTE RON PAUL!! You guys at CNN should give him more coverage!! Or are you "worried" like the Demicans & Republicrats?? That he might actually rein in the runaway federal government!!

I think Ron Paul deserves the respect of the media now. you should be covering Ron Paul at least as much or more than John Macain and other so called front runner canidates

I donated and I'm proud of RP for getting so much support. Maybe now the media will stop trying to shut him out of debates and news coverage.

Way to go Dr. Paul!

I believe that Mr. Paul and his campaign have either misinterpreted the messages in both the Guy Fawkes celebration and the film "V for Vendetta" or are taking the voters for fools. I simply cannot see how they can make a positive connection between two terrorists and a presidential campaign in the contemporary United States. Weather or not you find yourself liking "V" in the film, as no doubt one should since he does fight for what our contemporary values consider to be right, or Fawkes for whatever reason you might find, the two are still terrorists. I would find myself in a state of horror if Mr. Paul were to actually attempt to terrorize us United Statens in this way for political gain. I realize that in a world of political hidalgos, each Quixote needs to separate themself from the flock, and using popular culture has traditionally been a very successful way of accomplishing that goal. However, perhaps Ron Paul and his campaign should look at the deeper message behind the celebrations and films of traditional and pop culture before using them to promote themselves, lest they find themselves looking the fool. Thank you,

Now we are seeing the building momentum being reported. This is good news for the Ron Paul campaign.

"Presidential shocker: Paul raises more than $4 million in 24 hours" Why the shocker? You idiots at CNN have done your best for the last 6 months to ignore the Ron Paul phenomenon [probably out of laziness].

While I'm on a rant, why don't you guys fire Nancy Grace and Glenn Beck, both a couple of worthless idiots? You might find your ratings improve.

Could this guy really pull it off? He’s got some really smart ideas, stuff that makes sense but at times seems too easy. Could it be that the U.S could elect a guy this honest?

The thing about Ron Paul that is most attractive to me is that he is very clearly on the side of the American public. I disagree with him on some issues, but I feel his stance on those at least comes from his own personal convictions and not spoon-fed by focus groups or corporate donors. I know where I stand with Ron Paul, and thats not something that can be said about any other candidate.

I've never voted Republican before, and may never again, but for this primary I'll make the switch to cast my vote for Ron Paul. I encourage others to do the same.

What a tremendous day for Ron Paul! He continues to have a large following and appears to be well on his way to the Republican nomination.

Ron Paul is the antidote to politics as usual. He appears totally sincere and unafraid to speak the truth, and his devotion to principle and common sense instead of the usual moronic "politicospeak" put him head and shoulders above anybody on the GOP side, as well as most of the dem field.

Dr. Paul's numbers will keep rising. Don't believe those out dated polls. They are not a true sign of his support. Its apparent he has major backing and NOT SPAMMERS. Com'on fox give me a break. Not all of us are spammers. Thats almost laughable. Oh wait it is..haha..Seriously though Our last hope is Dr. Paul. Anyone else and its more of the same old same old. Thanks CNN for reporting the obvious. Kudos for that at least.
One P!ssed off American

why remove my comment, was I not civil?

Go Ron Go!

Way to go! Keep up the good work!

"…anti-abortion rights…"?
No. He is personally opposed to abortion, but observes that the Constitution does not authorize the federal government to determine its legality at all. It is under the jurisdiction of the states, as are many other state issues our federal government has incrementally usurped.

Finally the wheat known as Ron Paul is separating from the chaff of Fred, Rudy, John, Mitt et al.

Hope this continues and the GOP has an good and decent Republican presidential candidate such as Ron Paul after the primaries.

Stop the bad journalism. Dr. Paul is not against abortion rights, he wants to delegate them to the states.

I hope that this will encourage more patriots and advocates of our Constitution to take notice of Dr. Paul and his plan for a re-invigorated United States of America.

Ron Paul smashed the record yesterday with his $4.3M fundraising in one day for a GOP candidate. Perhaps this will translate to more MSM coverage, since it is unlikely that a few hundred "spammers", "botnets", "spambots," sent in millions of dollars in campaign donations. Yes America, Ron Paul and his growing support are for real.

p.s. THE GIG IS UP and we aren't as dumb as you thought we were.

And if CNN, a mainstream media outlet, doesn't print these two comments it is no problem because Ron Paul isn't gonna go away and neither are we. Unlike the other candidates, we don't need big media to tell us we are a front runner.

Here's the one to watch… Smart guy…doctor, family values without stepping on individual rights. The one republican who voted against the war IN THE FIRST PLACE. Hilary can't say that!

The media is doing every single American an injustice by not having Ron Paul on their front pages today. The American people are speaking, and it is the responsibility of the media in this country to relay that message so that it is heard LOUD and CLEAR.

Ron Paul 2008 – A Real Choice for REAL Americans.

Way to go Dr. Paul…you are our only hope to bring back our dignity here and abroad….when will the MSM give him the credit he deserves instead of slandering his progression…first they thought it was a few spammers online….now they know the truth that he is the real deal..but, alas the MSM will continue to ignore him and further ignite the people to act…

While I can't help but agree with his stance on war, I can't completely overlook the problems the Republicans have saddled our country with over the last 6 years, either. That, coupled with Paul's rather extreme (and sometimes scary) views on what the federal government should be, and I think it's safe to say that he would not be good candidate for the White House.

We've seen what the US would be like under conservative control, and we don't like it. This country needs a new direction, and Ron Paul isn't it.

This is the man! This is the one honest, consistent, smart candidate out here!!!!!

It wasn't a shocker to those of us paying attention to the Paul campaign. Oh, and "V for Vendetta" took place in a near-future England — the story was only inspired by Guy Fawkes.

At what point will you no longer be "shocked" by Ron Paul's fundraising results? His message resonates with anyone who believes the Constitution should govern.

http://www.ronpaul2008.com

Under establisment-media zionist polls, Ron Paul is low; however, in reality on the ground in America, the support is the greatest for him.

Actions speak louder than words. Look at real polls such as txt message ones, Ron Paul won all those and look at all the money he is raising. Did you know Paul gets most money than any other candidate from the US military? What does that tell you.

Ron Paul is the alternative to the usual "lesser of two evils" that Americans have been forced to accept.

He has my support because he is the only one defending the Republic and the U.S. Constitution. This is the last breath of what made our nation good.

When "We The People" accept corruption and incompetence, we are cutting our own throats and denying any of mankind that follow us any hope of genuine freedom. Freedom is not government intrusion into every realm of our lives, that is in fact, prison.

It seems the media isn't particularly interested in exploring why Dr. Paul has such fervent, loyal supporters–why?? I think you are missing a huge story here.

It's only a "shocker" when you consider the mainstream media has ignored Mr. Paul.

He has far and away the greatest internet and grassroots following of any candidate. Yesterday's results prove it.

Way to go Paultards! Now when you lose the republican election, please fight as an independent! The right has their Nader!

Get a better picture…how about one of the more appropriate photos of him smiling, which he is normally doing.

It says in here that Congressman Paul registers low poll numbers. My question to you is, who are you polling? No one ever asked me or anyone I know.

I used to like CNN and thought you were relatively fair and balanced. Now I can see that you're just as bad as the rest of them and cannot be trusted.

Grow up, CNN.

Congratulations Ron for capitalizing on Guy Fawkes Day – commemorating an English terrorist.

Maybe next campaign fundraiser you can commemorate Timothy McVeigh who blew up a Government building too.

By the way – love the photo. Darwin would be amazed!

Warning…

Be prepared for all of the Ron Paul loonies to start posting. Geez.

Earth to Ron Paul loons. Your candidate has absolutely zero chance of being nominated. Raising money on the internet does not translate into votes in the booth. If it did, Howard Deam would be our president and Ned Lamont would be a senator.

Netroots love to sit in their basements making donations. Unfortunately for Paul, these netroots don't have tbe energy, or maybe can't drive, to go to the poll and actually vote.

Please Paul-Loons, don't bore us with your idiotic posts about how the Ron Paul Revolution is the biggest thing out there. It's not. It's an internet driven fundraiser that won't translate into votes.

Oh, and please stop mailing me your dumb brochures and pamphlets with Ron Paul's thoughts on why 9/11 was an inside job.

Go back to watching the X-Files.

Now here's something the rest of the mainstream media needs to pick up on. Countless times have I heard that he's not serious on running or a lost cause from every mainstream news outlet…I wonder what they have to say now.

CNN is monitoring and deleting comments that give this guy too much credit. be careful world, this is how the media plays. Ron Paul wouldn't have it! SHAME ON CNN

Actually, he's raised more than this.

This guy is about the only consistent, honest, smart candidate out there, and people are finally starting to notice.

GO RON PAUL!

I'm glad we have Ron Paul fighting for our US Constitution.

This is the man! This is the candidate of change.

I'm not sure about the Fawkes connection.

>Paul is the only Republican candidate who is calling for the removal of U.S. troops from Iraq

Actually, he's the only candidate calling for this in either party, but there's so much more to him than this.

PEOPLE NEED TO OPEN THEIR EYES TO RON PAUL.

He has never voted to raise taxes.
He has never voted for an unbalanced budget.
He has never voted for a federal restriction on gun ownership.
He has never voted to raise congressional pay.
He has never taken a government-paid junket.
He has never voted to increase the power of the executive branch.

He voted against the Patriot Act.
He voted against regulating the Internet.
He voted against the Iraq war.
He voted against the Real ID Act

He does not participate in the lucrative congressional pension program.

Finally – a candidate who gets me excited about living in this country!

when i watched the first presidential debate back in april…this was the only man that sounded sincere and plausible on the podium…unlike his republican counterparts…he doesn't seem to be playing politics with the questions posed to him…

Can you smell that?

That stench is the collective pants of Rudy McRomson, CFR members, Neo-cons, international bankers, and Hillary. Uh-Oh. Better make sure those Diebold voting machines are ready to change some votes. We can't possibly elect a man that won't treat the constitution like toilet paper or further the globalist agenda. Gasp

This is Awesome/Let the Revolution Begin

RON PAUL!!! REVOLUTION TIME BABY!!!

That is amazing. I think I might vote for Ron Paul. My father told me about him last week.

Lets hope the media can start giving Ron Paul some more of the attention that he deserves. Fundraising and support like this does not happen by accident nor political connection, but rather sound ideology and brilliant vision.

$4.2 Million in 24 Hours, $7.3 million in 5 weeks! Ron Paul's Q3 fundraising was double his Q2, and so far Q4 is 150% of Q3!

Well done! Thanks CNN for posting up this article, I'd like to see more on Ron Paul.

I'm struck that there's been so little coverage of this. That's a huge sum of money that most everyone (including you, CNN) has been ignoring.

How about we post this headline on CNN's main page? This is a huge political story that few are covering.

Obviously people are very satisfied with the status quo…

I'm not for all of Ron Paul's policies, in fact, I think some are a little nuts and short-sighted. They're things that I would like to see work in a perfect world, but simply can't because this is the real world, not some utopia.

That said, I am all for the disdain for our current government that his Presidential campaign represents, though.

I LOVE YOU RON PAUL!

Part of that $4M is from me!

I'll be continueing to donate to your campaign! Can't wait til' your President!!!

I think people should look at where the money is going and see how that support is shaping up. Whether its an anti-war democrat or an anti-war republican, the American people are voting with their dollars on this one. They want an anti-war candidate.

Now if we had Barack Obama taking the democratic primary and Ron Paul taking the republican primary, I think for the first time in a long time you would see a real debate about real issues. Also for the first time these 2 candidates would represent the vast majority of America, and as a public we would have our own honest debate on real issues. No more talking points and no more soundbites. And the worst elements of our political society, the extremist groups, Neocons, and religious right, would be tossed out of the process this time.

One can only hope.

Ron Paul is the voice of reason, principle, and freedom. He is the only candidate I would be willing to cast my vote on. Longshot no more – his presidency is a real possibility.

WOW…I just started reading about this guya few weeks ago because of all the Paul supporters posting on the Colbert threads.

Has a good platform for a REAL Republican conservative. Not the neo-con card carrying corporate puppets that most republicans are these days.

Over 4 million in 24 hours and STILL RISING!!

Keep your eye on Ron Paul people! This man is truely great!!

Good for him! We are feedup with the all of the canadates-both Republican and Demecrates. John Slaughter

Not bad for a bunch of hot-pocket eating, basement dwelling kids.

you rock, Ron Paul

This should be a free expression website for this network…They keep deleting or not dispaying our comments. What's its use then?

It's nice that you can add 280 additional comments to the Obama/Colbert article since posting Ron Paul money raising article last night, while you post ZERO comments to Paul's article. No bother cnn…I suppose when I said "eat your heart out cnn" that you already were doing just that. Keep it up, every time you dis Ron Paul, we just donate more to him.

I donated 25 dollars yesterday. Most of this money came from small donation from Ron Paul's wide reaching grassroots support. Please give a fair look to Ron Paul.

Ron Paul for the big money haul!

I am very liberal, but I find myself attracted to the Ron Paul campaign. I didn't donate to him yesterday, but I just gave him $500 today.

Ron Paul is not "anti-abortion rights." Although he does believe that life begins at conception and does want to overturn Roe v. Wade, he does not support a federal ban on abortion, and instead make it a state issue.

And it's time for CNN to get over its fascination with their polls. Traditional polls are conducted by phone or in person and reach out to people who voted in the previous Republican primaries. Ron Paul draws much of his support from non-traditional voter groups, including people from other parties and first-time voters. Not to mention that Paul isn't even included on many polls. If you want to see another barometer (though biased in the opposite direction), check out any of the polls on the Internet, which Ron Paul consistently dominates.

Let's let the numbers Paul pulls in– in terms of funds and rally turnout– speak for themselves, and let's not constantly denigrate his candidacy with comments about how he's a "long-shot dark-horse fringe candidate" with no numbers.

I really like most of what Ron Paul says, I dont agree that the reason muslim extremists hate us is soley our fault, I think it goes deeper then what america did over there. He puts to much responsability in the peoples hands, and unfortunatly alot of people are to focused on getting their 15 mins. of fame, they rely on gubment handouts instead of hard work. Ron Paul would be great for president, I dont think the people are ready for what he offers, especially with hillary promising she will give your kids 5 grand just for being born. Who can promise more gubment handouts will unfortunatly win this election.

"Anti-abortion rights" ?????
How is that translated in layman's terms? Someone please explain.

CONGRATULATIONS RON PAUL! Part of that is a donation from me! I can't wait for you to become President of the United States!

I am a life-long Democrat, but if my party is stupid enough to elect Barack Obama then I'm voting for Ron Paul or the Republican nominee.

So long as he is affliliated with republicans he would not get my dime though I like him….