This is shear abuse of power on Oprah's part!

She has become not just a celebrity in this country but an icon & as sad as it is,
many people will vote for anyone she backs, not because of what they stand for but simply because "If Oprah says it, it must be true".
She's not dumb, she knew that putting her name on his campaign would get him votes and that's abuse of power!

People of her stature should never divulge who they're voting for.

Opraaaaaaaah, I was your fan but I will nver be anymore. Remember, you will never be the number one as Clinton. Many women are disappointed that you do not support our female candidate. You turned me off.

I don't think ameica is ready for muslim president called barak hussein obama, his uncle saddam hussiem is dead. second i believe that oprah is polorizing person that needs to worry and fix the problem she created with her girl school. fianlly, come out about her gay friend lover gayle. fially she needs to embrace her own culture in instead of criticing hard worker rap players.

Posted By frank salizar, houston texas

Frank…has it ever occurred to you to go back to school and obtain yor GED? Your post is clearly a myriad of untruths and innuendos and we won't even get into the grammatical and misspelling portion of your post.

Further, in case you were unaware, it appears that Senator Obama shares kinship with our current VP and not with the now deceased Saddam as you inferred.

Reality Check: It appears posters "being called racists" & posters "calling other posters racists" have a slight dilemma. Sen. Obama is BOTH white & black! He chooses to worship the "Black Value System" While Totally Ignoring his "White Roots". Who Then is the "TRUE Racist"?

So how does Ms. Winfrey say "thank you" to these American women and girls who have made her the woman she is today. She establishes a leadership academy for girls in a foreign country. How dare she. She ought to be ashamed. That leadership academy should have been established in the United States, to give back to the community that has given Ms. Winfrey the ability to establish such a school. Secondly Obama as president.WE ARE STILL LAUGHING…
Maybe he would be more helpful to Oprah to run her school, since the girls are being abused…
BTW OPRAH? Maybe you should concentrate on your school instead of trying to buy a black presidential candidate.SHAME ON YOU OPRAH…
BOYCOTT HARPO

Oprah is doing this because she is an Afro- American, and I will never vote for him and I will not ever watch your show again. You are a racist.

MD i Iowa: Prove it! I think you're making it all up. Apparently you missed the poll that had Obama ahead of Clinton by 20-16%.
I love how folks get on here and make up facts and statistics to fit thier purpose but offer no referential evidence to support their arguments.
FYI, we are not all sheep. And Hillary is demonstrably two-faced, wishy-washy, wants it both ways and will say whatever she thinks any given audience wants to hear.
It's hard to say Hillary will be worse than Bush for this country (hell, that's an awful tough act to follow) but she is in this for her own personal glorification, could care less for the rank and file American and will do no good for this country.

Go ahead, vote for Hillary, vote for the status quo in D.C.

I was on the fence between Senator Obama and Clinton but, he has sealed the deal for me by joining up with the Queen of Manipulation and Exlpoitation - Oprah. He has lost credibility in my eyes.

In the recent Iowa and other state and national polls or surveys, Hillary Clinton beats out Obama and other candidates in being the best qualified candidate, with most relevant experiences, having worked the hardest, and is the most electable in the next general election.

I won't vote Obama or watch Oprah TV shows any moore.

Today is Tuesday, November 27, 1957.

Oh did I write that? It must have been because of the comments.

I thought this was the modern, progressive, and new America where a person had the right to vote his or her conscience.

Plus the right to endorse whom-so-ever you wanted to endorse. Sound like we are heading towards an American type Germany of the 1940's where you went along with the majority whether right or wrong.

For years Blacks have supported Whites when it came to running for a public office. Some times it was a good choice and some times not.

For years Whites have supported Whites with maybe some rare occasions where they supported Blacks. It was no big deal.

And to all of a sudden make it a crime in the minds of a number of individuals that have commented seems absurd.

Oprah has the same right that all of you that are commented have. Which is to pick the best candidate for the job and to give them your support. "Which is the Bottomline!"

I read somewhere that liberalism was a mental disorder. Meaning that when liberals can't attack your logic and thinking ability they began to attack the person. Example the negative comments about Oprah herself and not about her reasoning for deciding to campaign for Obama.

Yes I am inclined to concur liberalism is a mental disorder.

You go O!!!

Ryan, NJ - I have been around the world and I must say, the "Clinton" name is not loathed. The education system was Not messed up as a result of the "Clinton" administration. Taxes were Not the hardship for the middle class due to the "Clinton" name. We also were not killing our son's and daughter's in the "Clinton" name. What you did see, was ONE common thread. . . . the Republican name. You can wish away history if you like. I for one, Know that things were better with the "Clinton" name, than we are presently.

This is not news. Please hire serious reporters to cover the campaign. If Winfry needs more attention, she should just visit her plastic surgeon. Stop covering this ridiculous angle.

I think there's credible amount of evidence that Oprah Winfrey supports credentialed blacks without fully doing her research.

One recent case is her featuring of the plastic surgeon Jan Adams on her show. That's the doctor that operated on the mother of rapper Kanye West.

Adams was not even a board certified plastic surgeon and had complaints/lawsuits against him but Oprah chose to have him as a guest because he was a black doctor with a degree from Harvard. She has had other black medical professionals who have been sued in malpractice suits and who turned out less than qualified in full view.

Now we have Obama, another credentialed black dude who is not qualified to do what she says he's qualified to do.

Anyone who thinks Oprah is endorsing him just because he's the best candidate in the 20 plus years she's been in entertainment is fooling himself.

She endorses Obama because he's got the Ivy credentials and because he's BLACK. We'll find out he's not qualified when he steps into the White House and screws things up just like Bush did.

I've followed Hillary and Barack for some time. Just can't buy into Hillary's claim that she is "experienced" because she was the first lady. Certainly as a senator, she has been credible, but she has changed her positions to bring potential voters into her camp.

I am not sold by her campaign promises, and I am fearful that she will enable a republican to win the white house again. God help us if Guiliani becomes their candidate.

Barack Obama will bring a welcome "change" of leadership. He is bright, honest, articulate and, in my view, cares very much about our country. He will also bring respect from our former allies who now look upon our country with some distain.

Personally, I'd welcome a chance from the "clinton" "bush" white house.

Bea, Hoboken, NJ–The talk show hostess can buy and sell you a BILLION times.

Sorry "MiddleAmerica", my vote is not for sale. I couldn't care less how much money she has and how many people would be vacuous enough to vote for Obama simply because Oprah endorsed him. I guess that you're one of them.

Pathetic!!!

Oprah might be a celebrity, but she is also a person and a citizen, and if she believes he would make the best president for this country, then good for her - help him win. I see there is nothing wrong with it.

And worse, if one does not think Hillary would make a good president and she is they front-runner, it gives all the more reason to help Obama, Edward, Biden, Kucinich, Richardson, Dodd - anybody, to avert the impending disaster should she win.

Her inability to give straight answers is one weakness, and now, her mandate for healthcare, imposing her will on everyone to pay for health care. This country is founded on giving people choices. Now, if the plan is attractive, with good benefits and affordable and people willingly pay for it, then I don't mind, but it seems she will force people to pay for it, whether they like it or not, and I am not sure how it will be enforced. Will people go to jail if they don't have health insurance?

Oprah Winfrey has the same right as any American to get involved in the political process. And for that involvement she should receive the same applause as any other American, none.

Americans that are swayed by celebrity endorsements are either too busy to read/research a candidate on their own (read as lazy); or they are just like so many sheep, willing to be herded along in one direction or another without any thought of their own.

I don't think much of Oprah's opinion on aything, and I never have. If she supported Senator Clinton I might even be looking for another candidate.

And can ANY Hillary hater please explain the basis of their informed judgement against her? Leave out the cackle comments, don't like her voice and other nonsense.

If they can't find something of substance to base their opinion on, maybe, just maybe they have been led to their opinion and need to rethink their position.

This campaign is all about being not black enough all they need now is Carlton from the fresh prince of Bel-air. Danny Glover ought to beat both of you grapes of wrath style, cracker wannabe

Only in America would you see Celebrities Publicly endorsing Presidential Candidates! Only in America does the Presidential Race endure for months on end, answer to Corporations and Lobby Groups and belittle even the smallest of minds!
What can citizens hope to learn about Candidates in 12 months plus that they didn't know in three? It seems campaign funds are more mandatory than than Leadership abilities!

Thankfully Oprah's support will prove to be Obama's greatest misfortune and America's greatest Salvation!

But it is totally amazing how cleavage, book sales, rags to riches biographies and Daytime Television ratings can warp so many American minds!

And even more amazing is that there are still Americans supporting Republican Candidates!

As they say, you reap what you sow. And the proof of that is in the Republican pudding.

Eli Yokley, Webb City, MO: It's people like you that make nonsense comments that have no substance.

Some of you people have serious issues. Why is there so much negativity over an endorsement? Get real people. You don't have to like a candidate's supporter, and it shouldn't influence your decision to back or not back a candidate. People that say they will not back Obama because of Oprah never truly supported him from the start.

Well, considering she had her audience trust the stories of the guy that wrote "Shattered Pieces", maybe they shouldn't be so easily swayed by her opinion.

I don't care Oprah, she think she can change voter's mind, I don't think so. She is the big loser, Obama is not qualified as VP too.

O,O! Obama, Oprah?

well, obama chastised hillary for playing the gender card. he now is playing the race card with the help of oprah. shame! shame! shame! i thought you were above that obama

Sorry about that, I didn't think my first one was put on here so I did it again.

Sorry about the spelling to, I know better than that, it's OpraH.

Bout time we had a black president.

Opra is famous and can help him win.

Go Opra.

OBAMA 2008

I question (big time) Oprah's motives for supporting Obama. I recently visited friends in Chicago where it is no secret that Oprah Winfrey treats light skinned (service) people differently than those with dark skin. Makes me think her support for Obama is race based. That's too bad.

We are at a critical point in our Democracy. We live in a dangerous and sufficiently complicated world. We need a leader that will not let race enter into the decision making process. That does not sound like Obama, based on some speech transcripts I've read.

Oprah's credibility has taken a significant backslide as far as I'm concerned.

Shame on Oprah!

Vote Richardson 2008!

I am a white male who likes Obama, but I can not stand Oprah. I do no think I am alone as males go for most races of men. This is not a good thing for Obama because for every female he picks up he will lose males. Oprah is too big of gun for him at this time.

Senator Obama should focus on issues. Winfrey ought to do her shows and stay away from politics. Many people find her extremely annoying.

Oprah should stick to books and Dr. Phil. Who cares who she votes for?! Hopefully, people will judge a candidate on their offerings and views, not if some celebrity campaigns for them….then again, California did elect Arnold. I think Oprah's endorsement hurts Obama.

And Oprah, shame on you for not supporting a woman! What's wrong with you?Posted By Maggie, Mammoth Lakes,, California : November 26, 2007 10:25 am

Excuse me Maggie, but what kind of a reason is that to support Clinton? JUST BECAUSE SHE IS A WOMAN? I'd love to see a woman president, and I used to be very supportive of Clinton, but the more I see and hear from her, the less I like her.
I don't think I have ever watched Oprah and I probably won't. But celebrity endorsements are a way of life in politics. She has a lot of power; maybe because of her endorsement, some women - or men - will take another look at Obama. I'd hate to see someone vote for a candidate just because that candidate is endorsed by a certain celebrity but it makes just as much sense as women voting for Clinton just because she is a woman. This election is way too important

Oh, Middle America - you made some greats points there!!!

Is Ron paul going to have a brothel fund raiser? But that is no big news. Oprah talks real issues facing American families and other social issues. She is an inspiration and I am proud to have her on the campaign trail of Obama.
Go 'O's!

Geez, Oprah is a politicain on her own right. I don't even know why she is not a presidential candidate anyway. Oprah has alot of credibility in America.
Obama 08!

You go Girl. I am a white woman and I have no problem you hitting that trail. We love you and we loved Obama before anyway!

I don't think ameica is ready for muslim president called barak hussein obama, his uncle saddam hussiem is dead. second i believe that oprah is polorizing person that needs to worry and fix the problem she created with her girl school. fianlly, come out about her gay friend lover gayle. fially she needs to embrace her own culture in instead of criticing hard worker rap players.

I'm a black woman and I support Hillary Clinton. Enough with the race thing already. I love oprah & I think Obama's OK - but my vote will go to Hillary.

Opra needs to stick to her television show. Let the public decide who should be president.She is pampering with the future of all of us.

WOW!!! I tell you, the HATERS are out in FULL FORCE!!! Ignorance = "any race card coment", Stupidity = "any 'stick to your show and shut up' comments"
I am reminded of the new Jill Scott song"
HATE ON ME, HATERS, NOW OR LATER
'CAUSE I'M GONNA DO ME,
YOU'LL BE MAD, BABY
(go ahead and hate…)
GO 'HEAD AND HATE ON ME HATERS
I'M NOT AFRAID OF…..
WHAT I GOT I PAID FOR..
YOU CAN HATE ON ME!!!
(i must say.. I am LOVING the hater-ation on display on this thread… eat your hearts out, haters!)

I boycotted oprah years ago,she is no Phil Donahue.she isnt going to sway my vote for a non expierenced person.
I want a person with the best interest for us and the COUNTRY thats Hillary of course,I dont want to be left out of the 15 million with out health care,like obams plan that is alott of americans without health insurance,and oh he has foriegn policy skills when he was 10 as a kid in indonesia,oh gosh get real,stupid remark,he believes it,then Preaches on the trail God is with us all..OMG..and telling kids he smoke crack and boozed it that is not good..and all those missed votes in the senate,he has done nothing in CHICAGO,NOTHING<
…GO Hillary!!!!

I don't like this Bush, Clinton, Bush Clinton pattern. At least Obama and Oprah are not in a "Secret Society" like Bush and the Clinton's.

Some of you are out of your mind, because someone is an entertainer they shouldn't be able to voice their opinion. They shouldn't be able to volunteer for the candidate of their choice… You don't lose those rights because your job is an entertainer, really people!

Oprah does not lend her support to Barack because he is BLACK, it is because she believes what he says, and she believes he can make a difference. It is her opinion, her vote and she is ENTITLED to express it, if you don't want to hear it close your ears!

You state your opinion on this blog, to your friends and anyone who will listen, but because someone is in show business they should lose that right? Get a LIFE!

typo us is up……

Oprah's celebrity status has far reaching effect. I wouldn't chalk this one us as your average endorsement, yet.
This is bad news for the Shillary base. I'm a Ron Paul supporter, but I'd be willing to listen to someone with sense tell me why I should vote for Mr. Obama.

Arguably the most recognizable black person in American and look who shes rallying behind…the country watches in amazement…NOT! This is alright though because if anything it will just bog down his campaign further into the message "vote for me because I'm black." Better luck in 2012…

What Oprah brings is an audience, people who may not have been open to hearing Barack will come out to see Oprah and listen to Barack, and then the people will decide.

While Oprah has influence, people will make their own choices.

I do not understand why Oprah has to get in this. She does not even gear her shows to black women. I would not trust Oprah any more than I trust Hillary. I am an african american woman and Obama has let me down bringing in Oprah - YOU DO NOT NEED HER MAN

Two Words

"BILL CLINTON"

Game over.

Randy H.

WHAT EXPERTISE CAN OPRAH EXUDE IN THIS CAMPAIGN? I FEEL THAT HER INVOLVEMENT IN OBAMA'S CAMPAIGN IS PURELY RACIAL AND AN ATTEMPT TO USE HER FAME TO AID HIM IN HIS BID FOR ELECTION, BASED ON HIS ETHNICITY. WE MUST ELECT BASED ON A CANDIDATE'S QUALIFICATIONS, NOT BECAUSE OF THEIR ASSOCIATION WITH THE RICH AND FAMOUS.

It's time for a Black President and I'm glad Oprah is helping Barak.
She is strong and has a lot of money so get ready for the first black man to be president. Besides, many women will do what she asks them to do, which is good.
Thank You Oprah.

Obama is a brilliant man. He shows Leadership by making WINNING choices. Whether you like Oprah or not, One has to admit this is a brilliant strategy. America needs our President to be able to make WINNING choices. I suspect we all won’t totally agree with President Obama’s every decision after he is sworn in. But as long as they turn out to be WINNING decisions for us Americans. So be it. Anyone that says this is a not a winning decision, would not be saying that if Hillary had gotten Oprah's backing.

It's interesting how many people are quick to dismiss Oprah's endorsement. The truth is Oprah can't deliver the election, but she can deliver her audience. Millions of women watch Oprah every day and trust her judgement. So what's Oprah's endorsement worth? Millions of votes, millions of dollars, and a ton of additional media coverage. In other words…priceless

Oprah is an angel and she is supporting who she thinks is the most sincere and caring. Obama 08.

Oprah's out of control ego, self-indulgent excesses, and nasty verbal attacks on those she feels are inferior to her or who cross her in some way, add up to making Oprah what she really is: a big, FAT fraud! Hitting the campaign trail with her bud, Obama, is great news for the other Democratic candidates.

This is ridiculous, everyone who bases Oprah's sponsership as race-based are trivial. So what if she is supporting a black man, Bill Clinton is supporting Hillary- his wife. Why does Hilary only get exclusivity? We just went through the worst 8 years of our lives and she recognized where she is needed and simply measured the candidates. Obama came out as the most qualified candidate for her to stick her neck out to get chopped at. A very brave and wise deciion if you ask me. Don't let race play in this- we are all Americans who will either benefit or suffer under who is next elected. Go Obama

It's called sarcasm. Look in up the dictionary when you unstick your ample rear from the chair . Oh never mind, you can look it up online without having to leave your computer at all.

Posted By ronnie - knoxville tn : November 26, 2007 3:03 pm

hate to break it to ya, ronnie, but it would appear that middle america knows sarcasm better than you.

I'm pretty sure the majority of her audience don't vote either and wouldn't be willing to miss an episode to do so.

Posted By Kate, Aurora CO : November 26, 2007 3:19 pm

Well kate, that was a very enlightened, refreshing… no, wait a minute that was really an arrogant, judgmental, stereotypicla comment. You have no basis in fact for such statements. I'd wager, if one were to research a little, that Oprah's demographis are for the most part, intelligent, thoughtful people who DO take the time to vote.

and shes sponsored/written numerous bills in the Senate across party lines.

Name three, Noel.

But all of the sudden because Obama and Edwards start throwing mud at her we forget all of those things.

What mud? That is so lame, all you Hillary-lovers. Whenever she can't give a straight answer (always) and someone calls her on it, they're mudslinging or ganging up or piling on.
Wah, wah, wah. Hillary is all talk and no substance and she will not be good for this country.

Whether or not Oprah hits the campaign trail will do little to influence my vote. I will base my vote on the candidate who can deliver the best package to the American people. I Just wonder if Obama promised her a cabinet level job if he wins. I am happy that she is going to stump for her candidate. For someone like me who has volunteered in so many campaigns getting out there and working the beat for your candidate is a great experience.

how small of a "great nation" are YOU that the base argument here is black or white? black or white? black or white? do they share nearly identical enough political views to support each other? yes? (no one has said "no" yet) so whey then can't they support who they like and you vote for who you like? when you criticize the "American public" you need only to look in a mirror as you are IT! do what you please, but stand not in judgement of those that do as they please as well. black or white, black or white, black or white, LISTEN TO YOURSELF!

Hey "MIDDLE AMERICA",

You have way too much time on your hands!

obama is not going to win

Oprah is free to support anyone she choses. Will that add to his experience level? Probably not.

As a voter I don't care what color he is, or is not, don't care which church he attends although going to church is a positive in my book.

So he inhaled, so what. I don't condone or use drugs.

What I care about is real world experience.

Becoming an expert on world affairs between 6 - 10 does not qualify.

Never been out of the public sector does not qualify.

We are attempting to elect a president, not a race or gender.

It's sad when american votes can be swayed by the "in crowd" more then what's really important.

Here's the proof that Obama is by FAR the most electible candidate (by 10 points over HRC against every republican candidate)

Check it out and show your skeptical friends:

http://www.zogby.com/news/ReadNews2.dbm?ID=1393

With Oprah, its all about being black. It doesnt matter who the best candidate is. If he doesnt win, she's sure to scream "RACISM."

How many of you have actually watch Oprah? Regardless of what the pundits or "EXPERTS" says…Oprah Helps!!!
Iam thrilled she will be on the campaign trail. I can't wait to see how she introduces Obama.
By the way…what other candidate has ANYONE as close to Oprah who can help spread his message?
I'm sure each and everyone of you have been told some time in your life to use your best assets…Well he's using his. And one other note…
The day she retires is the day she will no longer have ratings. OPRAH FOR OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!
A nation healed…A world repaired!

I think everyone who commented on here playing the race card is both irresponsible and ignorant. When high profile white Americans endorse Hillary Clinton I don't hear the claim, "its because she is white." Oprah is well within her power to support anyone she wants, regardless of race. its a double standard that it both stupid and shameful. people should reflect on the actual comments they intend to make before making them.

I agree with Jim (way up on top) - I'm a Republican who will vote for Obama (if Giuliani isn't running) - he is such an honest candidate…its refreshing….I don't necessarily agree with his left wing policy - I think he will work out compromises that are in the best interest of the country….unless Giuliani runs….then he will win!

This isn't news, Obama's from her hometown of Chicago and I'm sure she supported him in the past. I don't recall Oprah supporting Jesse Jackson or Al Sharpton for anything so this isn't a black/white issue to Oprah. It is ignorant to think that all of "us" African Americans will vote for Obama because Oprah has or because Obama is black. I will vote for whom I believe is best qualified.

As much as I do love Oprah, there are two major points. A) her endorsement is meaningless, and this will create as much resentment as it does support. B)She has said that she like Clinton just as much but is afraid she is polarizing, so basically invalidated her own endorsement C) The idealistic hardcore liberals already like Obama, what he lacks is realistic experienced support from other political leaders. We know he has the idealism going for him, but where's the pragmatism, experience and reputability? It doesn't exist with Obama….it seems he is running for idealist of the U.S.A not the president. He gives amazing and passionate speeches, yes that's true. And I really believe he means what he says. But that doesn't qualify him to lead one of the largest and most complex nations in the world. Hillary is the one with the best experience, intelligence, and reputation to run America. And she DOES have morals, she has stood up for amazing causes she belives in….Beijing Woman's conference 1995, Universal Health Care Proposal 1994, It Takes a Village 1996, and shes sponsored/written numerous bills in the Senate across party lines. But all of the sudden because Obama and Edwards start throwing mud at her we forget all of those things…and focus on the stereotypical negative rhetoric of two politicians trying to steal her lead. WAKE UP DEMOCRATS, WAKE UP AMERICA!

So how much is her endorsement worth? Will she have to declare all of that time she spends on her show pushing Obama?…she should. What is her time worth? Glad to see the democratic process in full swing, become rich get at TV show and buy yourself a president….I now loathe them both

i cant wait to see oprah and obama. i think this will help obama out a lot in south carolina where half of the caucus are black. go obama

Well since the majority of Oprah's audience/worshippers are overweight couch potatoes who don't follow politics but rather follow the events of Hollywood, I'm not at all concerned. I'm pretty sure the majority of her audience don't vote either and wouldn't be willing to miss an episode to do so.

middle america that was just great tell them like it is and all those obama haters ,it just seems like a lot of you guys parents are named jim crow grow up

This past summer, I saw a video clip where Oprah was saying that she'd never publicly endorsed a candidate before, but that she felt so strongly about Barack's honesty and leadership qualities, that she was standing behind him.

Now, I actually LOATHE Oprah for lots of reasons…ick. BUT her endorsement made me take notice; and I thought to myself, who the heck is this Barack guy, anyway? I went online and did some research on him to figure out what she was all hopped up about, expecting to laugh about how ridiculous Oprah is…but instead, I was left in awe. Barack left me feeling motivated and enthusiastic about what this country could be. I went out and got his first book and learned more about his life. No other candidate has made me feel so inspired to go out and help others in my community…and I never felt like I could actually TRUST what a politician says before now…

GO BARACK! The only candidate to help bridge the political divide! This country needs to work TOGETHER!

Mr. or Mrs. Middle who doesn't have the guts to use their own name, but cowers under a fake moniker but feels free to attack without the fear of being called out.

It's called sarcasm. Look in up the dictionary when you unstick your ample rear from the chair . Oh never mind, you can look it up online without having to leave your computer at all.

Middle America,

You are too funny. Great post. I do however feel left out!

Someone mentioned that she has not endorsed a candidate before, and implied that she's only endorsing him because he is Black. I am a white woman, and Obama is the first presidential candidate to EVER inspire me. I think her endorsement will make a huge positive impact on his campaign. I'm not crazy about women-voters going with whomever Oprah suggests, but as a supporter of Obama myself, I don't mind the help!!

***NEWS FLASH***

Dennis Hof (owner of the Moonlight Bunny Ranch in NV - it's a brothel, folks) is fund -raising for Ron Paul. Maybe you can now get over the Oprah endorsement of Senator Obama!!!

MANY TIMES MORE THAN YOU MAY IMAGINE
WE ALL GET SCAMMED FOR GOOD OF OUR
INTENSIONS,I HOPE YOU HAVE SOME LUCK
AS MOST OF YOUR ENDEVORES HAVE BEEN
TO NO AVAIL. GOOD LUCK.

I think it's fine that she has endorsed Obama. All people who run for office have the right to get endorsements and all people in this country have a right to give endorsements. I like Hillary more than I like Obama but there is no reason to be negative about an endorsement!

Oprah just lost a lot of credibility by endorsing a presidential candidate - especially if she wants help with project like her school.

This isn't Paris Hilton. This is Oprah Winfrey. At this point, can we say she is just a celebrity? How many of you are very familiar with her show? Are you aware of the important issues she brings to millions of viewers? Are you aware of the millions she donates to charities and educational organizations?

She simply isn't just any celebrity. She is a shining light in a corrupt and jaded world. Some of her shows would bring even you - bitter reader - to tears.

I am thrilled that she is supporting Obama. Maybe, she can talk sense into those that are still on the fence and have yet to come to know this intrepid, intelligent, and honest man.

ADDRESSED TO:
BR, Richmond,VA
…AND
Middle America

THANK YOU MY FRIENDS! COULDN'T HAVE SAID IT BETTER (except for maybe some spelling errors, ha ha).

By the way, i'm a white hispanic single Mother of (1) daughter in my mid-thirties living in Orlando FL…. I SUPPORT OBAMA 100% BECAUSE HE IS THE RIGHT CANDIDATE FOR OUR TIMES RIGHT NOW! All of you haters & racists on this blog, maybe you should move to the city for a little 'diversity' exposure and stop spreading hate. It's a real shame that racists are allowed to vote with the rest of the American public.

Now there will be two people campaigning in Iowa, neither having the experience or common sense of what this nation is up against. It just proves that big money will get you a free ride in the "Senators Only" elevator.

I think this is great. Oprah is someone that alot of americans have looked towards for a long time…especially the women population. The demographics that she covers is large, and will give Obama a boost. No one…especially in NY complained when Hillary pulled the Bill Clinton card, and lets not forget that bill is now a celebrity in his own rights. LETS KEEP IT REAL. GO OBAMA

1. Commitment to God
2. Commitment to the Black Community
3. Commitment to the Black Family
4. Dedication to the Pursuit of Education
5. Dedication to the Pursuit of Excellence
6. Adherence to the Black Work Ethic
7. Commitment to Self-Discipline and Self-Respect
8. Disavowal of the Pursuit of "Middleclassness"
9. Pledge to make the fruits of all developing and acquired skills available to the Black Community
10. Pledge to Allocate Regularly, a Portion of Personal Resources for Strengthening and Supporting Black Institutions
11. Pledge allegiance to all Black leadership who espouse and embrace the Black Value System
12. Personal commitment to embracement of the Black Value System

Replace the word black with white, and tell me that if a white man running for office went to a church like this would he be a vialbe candidate, no. He would be ran out of the country because of his racist views, and he couldnt be trusted to run the country. Why does Obama get a pass for attending a racist church, when David Duke campaigned on white only issues, and nobody took him seriously. Oprah endorses him, good for her, you go girl, I wouldnt expect anything less from a person who didnt realize she was successful until she had white people working for her. Racism is racism no matter what color you are.

Who are you people that support Clinton so rabidly? What jobs do you have that you will not be crushed by the taxes foisted on us during her "status quo" presidency? Do you not worry about your child's education much? Do you not worry about your family living in a country loathed by the world? I'm fascinated by you, I really am.

My Gosh, did you see the new Zogby poll?

Clinton loses to every top republican and Obama wins against every top republican.

Now polls don't really mean much. But it surely shows that Clinton IS NOT the most electable.

http://www.zogby.com/news/ReadNews.dbm?ID=1393

The race card is sad and I boo all of you who think that. This is about exposure. Having Oprah endorse him will bring him more public attention.. Think not? Of course it did you all are talking about it!

My hats off to the PR team with Mr. Obama!

TO BR– it's "Falwell", not Faldwell.

And I again say, I don't need some egotistical celebrity to tell me who to vote for. I don't care who the candidate is or who the celebritity is… I can make my OWN decisions.

Like it or not, endorsements are part of the political process.

Why is this endorsement any different than the other 'entertainment industry' endorsements given to the other candidates? Clinton has John Grisham and Steven Spielberg, Guilani has Ron Silver and Robert Duvall, and Huckabee has Chuck Norris and Ric Flair (to name a few). Oprah has probably given more to the community than all the other 'entertainment industry' endorser's combined.
Go Obama '08

To Nicole in N.J.—DITTO.

Louise in Chaney, FL.–Get a LIFE!!!

Mark in Deep South–The Klan has been supporting whites for centuries!!

Lakeisha Johnson,IOWA–That's why you are stuck in Iowa.

Judy Davis, NH.–I won't waste my vote on Hillary Clinton.

Jerry Miles,Iowa–You boycott Oprah, the rest of us will continue to support her chose of candidate.

Betty Webster NY–We can only assume you are one of the crazies out there that put BUSH in for two terms.

Ray, Yoakum, Tx–You have it wrong, Hillary can be OBAMAs V.P.

Mary Adams NH–If OBAMA is not the nominee, I'm still not voting for Hillary!!!

Bea, Hoboken, NJ–The talk show hostess can buy and sell you a BILLION times.

xtina chicago IL–I wouldn't give you a dime, find a job!

ronnie knoxville tn–I agree with you Oprah is great and wonderful…

MR AMERICA - USA, So MR. AMERICA you must be 500 years old!!!

Colleen, Bloomingdale, NJ–Is it because Oprah is black that you to stop her? RACIST BIG

Kari, Chicago IL–DITTO!!!

Bernard, Scotch Plains, NJ–Who's more racist the CONSERVATIVES!!!

Jean, St. Louis–DITTO!!!

Jimenez - Texas–If you think Jerry Springer's show is better than Oprah..we can only assume what you are.

Rajesh Valluri, Columbus, OH–Where do you live, oh yes Solumbus.

Ashley Phillips–Why are you supporting Hillary, is it because she's WHITE!!!

Marianne, New York, You probably can't recite the pledge your ownself.

Ivan, Chicago, Illinois–Come on BUSH didn't have seasoning, admit it you don't want a Black President!!!

Larry, West Covina CA–You gave me another reason not to vote Hillary!!!

Geri, Sacramento, CA–You are wrong, Hillary is the desperate one.

jw, canadian,ok–learn how to write a complete sentence!

C Williams, Dallas, TX–Obama does not need your narrow minded vote.

Tony Houston, Tx–No, vote for Tony and see what he gives you.

ashamed american–Racism was exported to the Americas, where have you been.

Kenny T, Brooklyn NY–Now you being just plain SILLY.

Anybody is better than 4 more years of REPUBLICANS!!!!!

This celebrity edorsement in a primary is a joke! The registered voters will never vote because Oprah or Sean Penn or Tim Robins endorse some presidential hopefuls. These are serious voters who go by the policies, experience, leadership qualities, and how good these candiadates fare in the debates. Why Obama needs Oprah? It will turn off some voters who otherwise wanted to vote for him.

sorry to sound politically incorrect, but oprah is racist. why else would she just now start getting into politics when a BLACK MAN is running?

*Oprah can do what ever she wants
*Oprah doesn't care how much taxes she pays because she still sends up with a gazillion dollars after taxes
*however, I'd have a heck of a lot more respect for obama if he'd standup and say "HEY CONGRESS IS ALREADY SPENDING TOO MANY OF YOUR TAX DOLLARS" and if he'd first propose cutting discretionary spending before proposing all this new spending to "improve the country"

Oprah's endorsement as a celebrity is meaningless. Her endoresement as a humanitarian, leader, empowered minority person, and voice of reason is unparallelled.

Posted By Colie Brice

You said it. Naysayers naysay because THEY don't care for Oprah, being ignorant of exactly how many Americans love her and respect what she does.

It's intellectual laziness to write off her endorsement as a black thing, just as it would've been to call it a female thing if she'd supported Hillary. If you look at her position on social issues, you'll see her views align better with Obama's than anyone else's.

"Hopefully she will do better than she did running a girl's school in Africa."

***************

That is a CHEAP SHOT…personally I applaud Oprah's efforts and think she comes across as very genuine in her ideals. MUCH MORE THAN CAN BE SAID FOR HILLARY. Perhaps Oprah's high standard prevents her from backing Hillary.

"experince of 8 years in White House…"

Yes, I do consider that is experince, big time experince. That is the reason Hillary is always confident, knows that she can lead from day one. 8 years, how many events took place ? How many people come and go ? How many leaders they met ? How many meetings they attended. How many places they have been to. How many …. Good and bad, through thick and thin, they learned their lessons, they move on, they make progress, they made difference…. That is part of the experince. American people are the most generous and kind. But, with the damage we are facing now, America can not affort to train someone like Obama. He is a good person, no doubt about that. But choosing the leader for the country like ours, a good person is not enough.

By the way, "Guliani will become president and beat Hillary". Beat Obama, sure, beat Hillary, I don't think so. Never buy their tricks, including what Bush said about Hillary. To debate with Republicans, I bet you Hillary will be a powerful machine, just wait and see.

This is absolutely comical. Why is it such an issue when Oprah endorses a candidate? Howard Stern endorsed Kerry in 2004, along with Bruce Springstein. Reba McEntire and Kelsey Grammar edorsed the current President in 04 as well. Bill Clinton is now a celebrity and he endorses his wife. Remember the one he cheated on. ( That debate is long gone and I am glad but it makes you think. He didn't want her as a wife but now wants her as a president hmmm!!) Also in the 1980 campaign Faldwell endorsed Reagan..yes he was a minister but because he was on TV that made him a celebrity as well. Don't forget too that Reagan was once an actor. Celebrities have tremendous power and influence over those that hold their opinion in high regard. It is hilarious that when Oprah tips her hat in the endorsement ring that there are shouts of loser, turncoat and many other statements of sillyness. Chuck Norris is endorsing Huckabee…where is the rage and uproar? Bill Cosby endorses Kucinich, Pat Roberson endorse Guliani and I can go on and on but why the brew ha ha over Oprah? Endoresments are for influence just like Bush's endorsement from Faldwell and the like. Face it….her name garners power and influence and that has people running scared. This wouldn't be an issue if she were Halle Berry. It wouldn't be an issue because Halle Berry endorses Obama but you haven't heard of that. She hasn't the pull of an Oprah. All of this outrage and race nonsense spells fear.

Oprah with her integrity should be more than a counter-balance to Bill Clinton, the non-inhaler.

If Oprah hits the campaign trail in that outfit, Obama will not win. Oprah should be on the trail (literally) to loose weight!

"I don't mind Oprah. She has done so much in the world as Obama.
Posted By James,Nashua,nh : November 26, 2007 12:59 pm"

What has Obama done to the World? Oh, he lived in Indonesia! I bet he did some good things there when he was 6.

Obama should go on Oprah's show, it would be better than her hit the trail. If all this is not about race what else?

WOW!!! The haters, bigots and "stepford wives" are en masse and showing their "true" colors on this post today. Admit it, guys, …if Oprah (or any number of other celebrities of her caliber) was endorsing or backing your choice for candidate, you'd be tripping all over yourselves with accoalades for her making the "correct" choice. WELL…SHE'S NOT BACKING YOUR CHOICE…SO GROW UP AND SHUT UP!!!

The trouble with a lot of you is that you're so accustomed to the status quo…that you don't have the good sense or intelligence to to at least be oepn to a credible and viable alternative which Senator Obama happens to be. You prefer to remain mired in the muck that we've all had to endure for almost 8 years now. While you continue to wallow in your stupidity, the rest of us will continue to try and put this nation back into some semblance of its greatness.

Oprah is a brilliant woman period. She knows a great leader when she sees one and bravo for her for having the courage to say it publicly. Hopefully the voters will have the same courage to help transform the same old politics and elect Senator Obama. An honest, intelligent leader.

I think President Bush has endorsing Hillary orally ever since. Why not Oprah? Go Obama!

What a joke. Why should we give a flip who Oprah or any other celebrity (ie: Chuck Norris) endorses? Don't we have our own brains to make decisions with? Why do we need some egotistical celebs telling us who to support?

I find it interesting that Oprah has suddenly decided to toss aside her vehement "I don't get involved in politics" mantra this year for Obama though. I know some AA airline employees with some interesting stories about Oprah and how rude & demanding & "reverse" racist she can be. More importantly, I think her ego (like Chuck Norris' ego) is totally out of hand. They think (like George W) that THEY know what is best for the rest of us. I've never been a Chuck Norris fan, and I am rapidly becoming a non-fan of Oprah. I don't need celebrities with a boatload of money & an even bigger ego thinking they should be able to tell poor-old-middle-class-me who to vote for.

While Oama is a candidate of almosts, Hillary is more and more inevitable to win the nomination and the election!

George Bush already thinks that she will win the Democratic nomination. The Republican candidates, particularly Rudy Giuliani, are positioning themselves as “Hillary-slayers”. And Hillary's Democratic rivals are paying her the ultimate compliment of concentrating their fire on her rather than on each other. More reasons:

First, Hillary is not like Howard Dean of 2004, who was favored first and then lost. The situation today is very different from 2004, when Iowa's unfortunate Democrats were confronted by a left-wing insurgent, the unattractive Howard Dean, and a rabble of second-division candidates.

Second, people put far too much unnecessary emphasis on Iowa. Hillary's recent loss in lead in Iowa is swamped by her strength elsewhere. She is ahead in national opinion polls by about 20 points, a lead she has sustained for months. She is also ahead in New Hampshire and South Carolina, where her nearest rival, Obama, has been losing traction since late summer. Hillary is currently crushing Obama in the political futures markets by as much as 55 points. These poll numbers are built on rock. Hillary is formidably disciplined and knowledgeable. And she has the best political machine in the business—built up over decades and honed by relentless battle with the “vast right-wing conspiracy”. The machine boasts most of the Democratic establishment's mainstream thinkers.

Third, the dem voters want Hillary and Bill back to white house. Most Democrats associate the Clinton years with peace and prosperity rather than stained dresses and disappearing furniture. Bill Clinton left office with a job-approval rating of 66%. Three-quarters of Democrats, and 53% of voters in general, would like him to play an active role in a future Clinton administration. Nearly nine in ten Democratic voters (88%) express a positive view of Hillary's candidacy; 38% express a very positive view.
Democrats are right to be nervous about polarisation: polls show Giuliani is close behind Hillary in a head-to-head race. But Mr Bush has proved that polarisation is far from fatal, provided you can combine it with a ruthlessly disciplined campaign. Hillary does not have to paint America blue; she only has to win one more state than John Kerry. And Giuliani seems less impressive in person than he does in the polls. His speeches are poorly prepared and convoluted, and he is given to silly gimmicks, such as stopping in mid-speech to the NRA to take calls from his wife on his cell-phone.

Moreover, Hillary 2007 is not Hillary 1993. She has shown an impressive ability to learn from her mistakes. She has also moved sharply to the centre: witness her success in winning rural votes in upstate New York in 2006, and her ability to work with former Republican tormentors in the Senate.

Hillary 08.

I always admire Oprah. Clintons have been imitating Obama in all he does. Now they can get endorsement from Martha stewart to be equal. Is this white and black issue. I am for it. Go 'O'!

She is a star and she can brighten the world with her good attitude and generousity. I am for it.
Obama 08!

Every one of the age to vote has the right to political party and presidential candidate of choice. If you have the right to tell your families and friends to vote for your candidate of choice. Why can't Oprah choose who she likes and tell her friends and funs who she likes?

I welcome Oprah in this race. If it was Clintons people could have seen it ok. I never understand American people. I think Oprah help many people go through their daily lives everyday and is welcome to endorse whoever she want. We are not complaining of Mike HuKabee and I think that is insane. Go Oprah Go Obama go O's…..

I don't mind Oprah. She has done so much in the world as Obama. I wouldn't look at her as a celebrity but an American who does good to the world. After all if she can help bring someone who can be respected in the world, why not!

Forget about Obama. Oprah should run for president. Her chance is a lot better than Colbert's.

whats with all this racism. I have a prediction, America won't give obama a chance, hilary will be slammed by the republicans on her so called experience. Guliani will become president, invade Iran. The rest of the worlds hate and distrust for america will grow at a rapid rate. Many more attacks like September 11 will happen. Ok people do get where I'm going… American ignorance will eventually be its downfall. And man will we fall hard. I'm just trying to figure out what country I want my kids to grow up in when the s*** hits the fan and everyone crying about the smell.

uhuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu, see ya on the trail Oprah!

Oh my! I can just see the political cartoons coming out now: Oprah sitting in a rocking chair, nursing lil' wee Barack with a crib full of political toy figures like Clinton dolls, a G.W. Bush stuffed teddy and a 'Look Like a President' dress up kit…

All I know is y'all better vote for Oprah because, if you do, we AlL…GET…NEW…CARS!

Obama is Oprah's friend. If she believes in him that strongly, who are we to say her she should not campaign on his behalf. I do not believe he is experienced enough, but neither is our current president.

If Obama thinks he can win this on his own and his supporters believe he is doing so great in Iowa and other places why does he think it is necessary to bring Oprah into the early voting states to campaign for him. Shouldn't he be able to win or lose on his own? Is Obama going to bring Oprah along with him to meet the leaders of other countries to get them to listen to him? I wonder how people in Iowa and New Hampshire will take some outsider who probably has never even stepped foot in either of these states telling them how to vote.

There are many things I like about Obama…but his views are narrow. He should promote the best things for all people instead of his church's focused and racist view: Trinity United Church of Christ: "We are a congregation which is Unashamedly Black with Black worship service and ministries which address the Black Community with a Black Value System detailed below:
1. Commitment to God
2. Commitment to the Black Community
3. Commitment to the Black Family
4. Dedication to the Pursuit of Education
5. Dedication to the Pursuit of Excellence
6. Adherence to the Black Work Ethic
7. Commitment to Self-Discipline and Self-Respect
8. Disavowal of the Pursuit of "Middleclassness"
9. Pledge to make the fruits of all developing and acquired skills available to the Black Community
10. Pledge to Allocate Regularly, a Portion of Personal Resources for Strengthening and Supporting Black Institutions
11. Pledge allegiance to all Black leadership who espouse and embrace the Black Value System
12. Personal commitment to embracement of the Black Value System.

I am commited to Africa as well having lived there for years, and supporting African charities with $thousands. I have a white family…does Obama want all American families to succeed? He needs to be more open minded….maybe in 8 or 12 years, I could vote for him.

Black people on this ticker trying to knock Obama… At least know what you are talking about first. Hillary ain't gonna do nothing for you just like the rest of'em. Her experience is really no experience. So wise up and get smart.

It is really amazing to me how many white Americans can criticize a prominent black person for supporting someone who happens to also be a prominent black person. This is America; white people support other white people everyday and it's a non issue. When has it become immoral or unethical for a friend to support a friend's campaign? Wake up people; for those of you who tout your so-called colorblind perspectives, this showcases one more example of how far we have to go in regards to race relations.

Wait a minute, Is it wrong for Oprah to exercise her constitutional rights ?
What about her freedom of expression?
…..she is not worried about her ratings,thats your problem…aren't we tired of the "old washington experience" that almost ruined us?
You cant expect to teach an old dog new tricks.Its logical to get things done differently when "old tricks" constantly fails. Oprah,just like any intelligent CEO believe that we must adopt new strategies of getting things done…like it or not she is speaking on behalf of those of us"that can not be heard" — you go girl. We support you.

I hear Morton Downey, jr is going to come out for Fred Thompson next week.

The more race is discussed in this country is the more racism is exposed. Oprah didn't make millions because she was lucky (I hope that person is more intelligent than that comment suggest). Lucky is when you happen to inherit money for example. She worked hard, made intelligent decisions and in the process revolutionized the industry. Why can't Oprah be allowed to support any candidate (including a man who's black)

Her show will continue to control ratings and she will continue to increase on her billions.

In the meantime, Obama is as intelligent and as qualified as anyone one of these candidates. (By the way, Bush was a two term governor and a Ceo of a company; he was thought to be "qualified" lol.)

Are so shallow that we give a farkle what Oprah does?

To all of you people who say this going to turn into a race thing it's only going to do that if you say it will. It is what you make it. I'm from the south so I know what all of this race TALK can do. It only causes more seperation. This the same mentality from back in the 50's and 60's "UH OH their banning together prepare the defenses" Ya'll didn't say anything about Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, Isaiah Washinton. But when Oprah comes into play it's "She's got too much money", "This is Racist", " How come she's not supporting a White candidate". Who cares it's who she wants to support get over it. America needs to forget everything about racism erase the word from our vocabulary, it only causes trouble. Like I said befor it is what you guys make of it. Don't be stupid!!!!

Sorry, Oprah, your endorsemant of Obama will not make him any more desirable; he will remain an inexperienced, weak, shallow candidate. If he needs the help of an over-hyped talk show hostess, maybe he's not ready for prime time. Your endorsement is a bad move for you and Obama. He will gain very few votes and lose massive amounts. Your endorsement is transparent, based on race, friendship, and a desire to grab more headlines. And we all know it. This whole thing is a disgusting move by a desperate candidate and his publicity-seeking, ambassador-seeking pal.

HA HA HA! This is making me laugh. What a joke this guy this. What a joke he makes us - the democrats to look like. Man I bet the republicans are thinking that they got us. No woman is going to change her mind cuz of her. We don't want the brother we want the sister. Don't you get it? First he inhaled - now her. Whats next?

Posted By Hoping for a better America : November 26, 2007 11:19 am

WHAT?!! JUST CALM DOWN, TAKE A BREATH, THEN START OVER USING ENGLISH

First of all, let me address the racists on this ticker…why is it a problem when Black people support Black people? Oh, that's right, because unity engenders strength, and Lord knows you don't want us colored folk getting any stronger. No, you have to turn it into some conspiracy engineered by Malcom X from the grave to completley enslave all non-black people. Geez…please switch to de-caf. What's the matter with rich celebrities supporting candidates? I did not see any of you coming out of the woodwork to criticize Trump for talking about Obama and backing Clinton. But I know(and anyone else with a non-retarded brain) why, because Oprah Winfrey is a lovable billionare, and Trump is a shrewd, greedy businessman with lackluster tv shows. While Trump has very little influence what others(non-employees) do, Oprah can get you to read 'ten reasons why i should kick myself in the n*ts' if she wanted to( and before you idiots pounce, I did not mean that literally)! You're all just mad because you know this is only going to help Obama with his lead in Iowa(yes, it is NOT a tie regardless of what the Clinton News Network says), and help him catch up in the national polls.

ANOTHER REASON NOT TO VOTE FOR OBAMA!

CLINTON 2008!!!

Wow, no one seems to understand that this is no different from any other endorsement. When Warren Buffet endorsed Obama did we say one of the richest white men in the world supported Obama because Obama is black. Maybe the super-rich love Obama because they know he is the best person for the economy.

The point is that celebrity endorsements get open-minded people to look at Obama more carefully. When people do look more carefully, they seem to really like what they find.