I am also a hispanic american and am proud of Gov.Richardson, although the Clintons gave him employment, I think it is great that Richardson, as an ethnic monority is supporting another ethnic minority. It has long been thought that if the african-americans and hispanic americans pulled together, they would be unstopable. But as the story points out," A Richardson spokesman told CNN that “no deal was cut between the two campaigns." So we should not throw stones at Gov.Richardson

Folks, what record does Obama have to back up this big talk about "change?" He gave a good speech at the Democratic convention in 2004, then became the US senator by default and is now wanting to become the president? He is a good orator and is charismatic but that doesn't qualify him to become the president. Wake up, folks.

Anyone but Obama. We need to save this country from falling into the hands of Obama.

"Ian Shoemaker January 3, 2008 10:08 pm ET:

Bill Richardson is the CURRENT governor of New Mexico, not the "former Governor," as this article states. Come on CNN!"

Obviously our comments are ignored by CNN. They apparently don't care about accuracy.

You guys are all missing the point. Clinton is the front runner. This is just Richardson's plan to bring her down a notch in the other state's polls and to dispell her "invincibility" cloak. If he can't beat her, why not Obama? It would have been no different if Kucinich was #2. By throwing his support to Obama rather than Edwards he hopes to get rid of Clinton and reduce the race to himself and Obama with whom he can compete on the basis of experience. Same message but more experience. Duh?! Politics people!

I am very excited about Obama winning in Iowa and I'm hoping voters will judge him and all the candidates by their platform, and the content of his character. We no longer need politics as usual but new ideas and a different direction. When you look at the leadership we've had and analyze the current conditions of our nation you would think any rational thinking person would be look for someone with fresh ideas and a new direction. If the status quo hasn’t been able to fix it in over 200 years how are they going to do it now? America I think we need to start using reality instead of color and do what's best for the conditions of your country. Just close your eyes and listen to the candidates messages.

OBAMA AND RAILIA AND MBOYA AND OGINGA ODINGA

The past 45 years have shown us that the Kikuyus will not allow a Luo to become president of Kenya. Will they permit one to be president of the United States?

In New Hampshire they will also vote against Billary, socialism, and all thjat other stuff. Yes, several folk lost Iowa and went on to win to nomination. They were competent. They were not despised and distrusted by the majority of Americans. She will say something untrue or dumb by noon. That campaign is circling the drain.

OBAMA CAN ROAR NOW BECAUSE THIS WILL BE THE ONLY LONG HAUL FOR HIM. ALL THE WEAK CANDIDATES WON IN IOWA AND I GUESS IOWA DON'T KNOW EXACTLY WHAT THEY WANT. BILL CLINTON DIDN'T WIN IN IOWA AND HE BECOME OUR GREATEST PRESIDENT. WATCH OUT OBAMA NO WAY YOU WILL BE THE NOMINEE FOR THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY. GO HILIARY GO!

Enjoyed watching the evening from up here in Canada. Couldn't be happier with the results. In a Huckabee – Obama contest, I see the GOP kicking the DEMs to the curb where they've been the last 8 years. Huckabee is a genuine man for the common person, not the rich. And President Huckabee has the presidential ring to it that will go down well in the history books eh!

Congratulations Barak Obama !!! Nearly 40% !!! All I can say is thank God !!! It does appear to me that THIS COUNTRY IS SPEAKING. The people of this country are tired – VERY TIRED OF EXACTLY WHAT THE CLINTON / EDWARDS CAMPAIGNS STAND FOR – MORE OF THE SAME – BIG THOUGHTLESS GOV. – no that's not correct – they do think – PRIMARILY ABOUT THEMSELVES – SECONDARILY about all the folks that got them installed. I think it's high time for a little less GREASE. We are going to need some exceptional ideas into the future to correct what is ailing this country. I BELIEVE YOU ARE THE RIGHT MAN FOR THIS JOB. You are indeed uniquely qualified. I have seen your platform with regard to the major issues that need to be addressed. Your platform can and will SELL on both sides of the isle. I have voted Democrat, I have voted Republican and I have voted Independent. I will always vote for the CANDIDATE I percieve to have the best platform/ideas. You stand the best chance of effecting real change for the betterment of this country. I do BELIEVE it's going to happen.

Clearly, many of you are speaking without thinking or simply know nothing about politics. Don't have time to give you a lesson in polictical science……….read up!

For those of you that claim Obama is inexperienced, consider this…… He has been a public servent for many years in different capacities, but most noteably he has servered in Illinois for over 10 years…

Before becoming president no one has experience as president…..

What experience does Hilliary have over him………..she was married to a president since when does being the spouse of a president qualify you for the job.

Experience does not equal qualified…….it just means you've done somthing before, it does not mean that you do it well………….,but since none of them have been president before they ALL ARE INEXPERIENCED!

There is a first time for everything……….

People came out in record numbers to support him, a lot of them young. Check your history……….it is the youth who lead and fuel the revelution to bring about change….. don't dismiss them, they are backing Barack!

The most important thing in getting people to do what you want is first getting them to like you. Barack has already done that……so he his one step ahead of the game.

The key to being successful as the head of anything including head of the free world is to recgonize that you don't know every thing about everything, so surround yourself with people who are experts in areas you are not……. which is why presidents have cabinets……(for those of you who don't know what I'm talking about read up on the Executive Branch of Goverment)

Until any candidate gets into office they are all selling a dream….the question is which candidate can get people to buy into their dream and make it a reality… that's the only way to get things done. And as I said earlier people do things for people they like, so the the dream that Barack is selling have a real possiblity to become reality.

When he nominee, the presidency will be decided by the minority vote…..

Most people will not cross party lines, so the white vote will be split along those lines giving him at least 30% from the white vote, as this country is about 70% white and about half of them are Dems and half Reps .
he will also win the majority of the minority vote, which will give him about a another 22-26 % of the overall vote for a total of 52- 56% of the popular vote, and if he picks Edwards as a running mate…. then it's all good.

Hilliary can't win the popular vote agianst the Reps because they will come out just to vote against her. The hate her more than they dislike Barack.

GO BARACK! 08

All you people refering to Governor Richardson as a formor governor are right. His days in politics are close to over. Obama thinks he is over the hill. Richardson you crossed the wrong line. To think. The Clintons gave Richardson his start. Now I am sure he will lose it. The people of New Mexico like Senator Clinton alot better then Richardson. Also Richardson I am sure Obama has another of his 40 something friends to bring along as Vice President. Your history Richardson. Obama will continue on at your expense. Senator Clinton 2008

OBAMA PLUS his supporters in background @ campain headquaters= "the new U.S.OFA.
THANK UUUUUUUUUUU 4 THE HOPE BARAK
INDIANABLU, NEW ROCHELLE N. Y.

Hey Democrats, nice to see so many of you are now REPUBLICANS!!!

Use the same tactic of FEAR that we loved back in 2004. WATCH OUT!! Obama is going to give us to the muslims…. what BS spread by people who want the status quo.

Can we move beyond fear and try to vote based upon improving the country?

Who would really be best, a Republican that wants to keep business as usual? Hillary who had so much "experience" in the White House and Arkansas she had no clue how many women Slick Willy was seeing? So experienced she is against the Iraq war but slipped up and hit the YAY button by accident?

Good Job Karl Rove. Attention all Democrats. Republicans want Obama because they will make mince meat out of him. Also Independents gave him the win in one of the only states never to elect a women to any upper office. Obama did not win with the Democrats. Also with original votes Senator Clinton beat out Edwards. It was Richardson and Biden's votes that pulled Edwards in front of her by 11 delegates. Clinton will win in 08.. Senator Clinton for President.

Demakooks are not voting for Obama or Edwards. They are voting against that socialist that feels that we are too dumb to run our own hoseholds. Billary's lies will begin at sunrise. Her New Hampshire accent will be unveiled. Billary in office would lead me to sell everything and move. I refuse to live in a socialist country.
My son is optimistic now…I may be able to leave him all that I have worked and bleed for. Maybe illegal aliens will pack it up.

Congratulations to Obama. Now he is realizing that America wants authentic change, and a hope for a brighter tomorrow. But these pep talks and feel good moments of intimacy aren't gonna cut it. Its time Obama tells us not simply what he FEELS, but also what he BELIEVES. His position on immigration, gun control, the economy, abotion, things like that. I want to know where he expects to take us after we land in this mystical Land Of Oz he sees America venturing to. I want to vote for Obama and believe he can deliver the goods but I need to know more.

America is ready for a new direction, Mr. Obama. Tell us EXACTLY where you're going to take us. This country is faced with serious issues and challenges and pie-in-the-sky happy talk won't be enough to get it done.

Can you hear that? "It's the winds of CHANGE". Finally!!! For those who are comfortable with the way things are, the way they have been…you might want to fasten your seat belts.

GO B.O.!!!!

Amy in IA, the Democrats in Iowa are morons. They have not picked a winner in the last six election cycles. They are bunch of losers. My prediction is that when rest of the nation chooses Hillary and she goes onto win the election in November, Iowa Democrats will hang their heads in shame.

Clinton lost Iowa, Romney lost Iowa….who cares??? Obama's speech was like he just one the presidency. Huckabee's campaign manager was acting like fool. I still think super tuesday is the time to predict a winner. I say the rules should change. Just have one night of all the states voting in the primaries. This entire process is over-done JMO

Oh my goodness. Wake up America! Reading some of these I am going to now vote Democrat because Obama inspires me is ridiculous. Did any of you even know this person existed a couple of years ago, even last year. All of a sudden he is the person of change. Why are you buying this! We all have heard this message of change and hope before.

Why is it different now. Please look past Obama's charisma and excellent public speaking skills and quit being sold. Make sure this biased media also does not sell Obama to you either…..

If a democrat vote for a republican candidate over the democratic candidate, whoever it is because they are very capable, that democrat is not true democrat and obviously has no idea what it means to be one. The republicans running for nomination are weak and way inexperience. Once again I will say I am not an obama supporter but I strongly believe he will be a better president than any of the republicans. Democrats must stick together!!!

Went to caucus tonight. 209 people showed up for Dems. Obama got 100 votes and i didn't recognize ANY of the supposed neighbors. When Richardson's group wasn't viable, their chairperson said, "we have to go to Obama". I stepped in and said they could go wherever, said Edwards has the least sins that will be attacked by the Republicans, most of the Richardson group came over to the Edwards group where we beat Clinton. Obama is a spectacular speaker, but he seems to add things taken from other's campaign speeches. Did Obama really vote "Present" on issues of tightening up crime in Illinois? What is Jesse Jackson up to? Isn't Michele Obama supported by the Chicago south side/Jesse Jackson group? Many students supported Obama because of the word, "Change" and I told them how Jimmy Carter ran on the same ideals, I love Jimmy, but Washington insiders hated him and ignored what he wanted to accomplish. I feel Obama will rub many the wrong way as the "outsider".

America don't be fooled when Obama wins he will surround himself with all the "RIGHT" people to help cover that experience everyone say he do not have(SMART MEN & WOMEN) so no need to Worry. America don't take the Islamic terrorists bate. Obama 08

anybody but Clinton…..we have seen enough of zipper action in the white house.

It isn't that bad. 7% – 9% lead. It is sad that the good people of Iowa thought Obama is a better choice. I was pretty disenhearted w/this. I thought of saying f it. And, then I thought about Hillary Clinton. Would she say F it. Hell no. That's my girl. It's a man's world out there. No lie. It's not so much about a fresh start cuz we all know Obama isn't that fresh start. WE know that Ms. Clinton will prevail. He may have won Iowa but he wasnt won. It is truly a sad day to us in Texas that these people have more trust on a rookie than a fighter. Anyone but Obama.

The Republican will take over the WHITEHOUSE, IF Obama is the nominee for the Democratic party, many of us lifelong democrats will vote for any republican nominee, whoever is that person is MUCH BETTER than Obama.

OBAMA is an EMPTY SUIT like Bush.

Hey Donald,

NEWS FLASH:

The best person for the job is Obama, so take your sincerity elsewhere. That and $1.50 might get you a medium cup of coffes at Seven Eleven!

the GOP simply hopes that Obama continues to win states and nomination (though there is no way in !@@!!!! that he will) , this way they are guaranteed the big office because no way will a black man ever become president in the USA, and yes I am black and will never waste my vote on a candidate that can not win it all the way, nor on a candidate that does not have the skills to lead this nation and Obama does not have what it takes to run this nation nor will he make it to the big time office, he will never get this black vote!

I have been involved in politics for many years an worked on many campaigns. I am thrilled that we have so many attractive, qualified, impressive candidates in the primary this year. I would be honored to support Obama, Edwards, Clinton, Biden, Dodds, and Richardson….They all outshine the Republican candidates . It is not necessary to hate or deplore any of them just because one has a favorite among them.
Personally, I felt a particular rush at listening to and seeing Obama on the stump. The magic charisma is undeniable and reminds me of Jack Kennedy (yes, I worked on his campaign). IOWA proves that Obama inspires and unites and represents how we want to see us as Americans…neither one race or background or another but the best part of all …and rational and straight forward.

As a woman, I am proud of Hillary Clinton and how strong she is in her campaigning. Edwards and his wife are truly inspiring as well and clearly good people of depth, caring and smarts. Dodds has done excellent work in Congress and I have seen him do it. He is also a real asset and worthy of respect. Biden gets flack but he talks alot because he knows a lot, has a lot of opinions and historical perspective on issues and like Dodds..brings a lot to the table. I just hope that whoever we nominate brings some of these others into prominent positions in the administration. YEAH. We are going to win the White House .
Huckabee cant go the distance on prayer and a dimple. Romney is slick and seems totally plastic. Neither will pull in independents or Democrats in a general election … etc etc.

For ALL of you Republicans and Clintonites who think that OBAMA will be crushed by the GOP after he receives the Democratic nomination in November. See you a year from now at Obama's inauguration. You haven't seen anything yet, and there will be NO karl Rove hood wink this time around!

I really would like to know how so many folk posting here know the future. Please send me the winning super lottery numbers since several of you know Obama will lose to any Republican candidate…American will NOT vote for a black man…BTW, that's Americans…I don't know the numbers, but I am certain there are not many blacks in Iowa and they heard something they liked in Obama’s message. Just because Obama won in Iowa does not mean he will win the nomination. Clinton is still and will continue to be a very formidable opponent…as is Edwards, Richardson and Biden…but not Mr. Dodd. This is not a race for the swift. Why not just do your part and vote and let the rest playout as it will. Remember Ms. Cleo lost here job after trying to predict the future. BTW…I am not certain who or which party I’m voting for…I still have time to decide considering none of the candidates…Republican or Democrat…has the experience to run this country. Has either of the candidates ever been the President of these United States!?

The way I see it, if the Democrats want to win in 08, they will NOT nominate Hillary. She can not win and we will have four more years of business as usual. I know many Democrats that, if they have to choose between Hillary and any Republican, the Republican will win.

when will Iowa ever learn, have they picked a winner as the president in the most recent past? Iowa is such a nobody state that anyone can win it, but loses the nomination as president, says alot.

Edwards is without the best candidate and its a shame that people are so blind to this. I am pleased that he managed to beat out Clinton; I don't think this leaves him dead in the water I believe he still is very much in this race. There are still 49 more states to go.

To my dear republican hans:
Obama smoked pot in his youth/early adult hood and openly admitted to it. He didn't have anything hide. I am not an Obama supporter, however I will be if he wins the democratic nomination. Everyone has made mistakes in their past. example president bush and his alcohol problem and that didn't stop him from being elected unfortunately. Obama is far from a druggie and you are a being very typical republican with all your ridiculous and totally off base negative bashing. I guess bashing the other party is the only way the republicans think they can win. PATHETIC!

I cant believe that as much trouble as we are having with Islamic terrorists and Obama ha ties with his family who are Islamic whether they are peaceful or not but who knows. What is he going to do hand us over to the muslims. As an american i vote for the best person for the job whether she is a woman or black but i dont vote for somone who has ties with islamic family whether they are terrorists or not. Also alot of republicans came over to support Obama. It seems like we didnt learn our lesson with Liberman. The only people who has the experience to lead this great nation of our with experience and foreign policy are Clinton ,Biden ,Dodd. I dont like canidates who will sell their votes to another canidate. So my fellow americans you better wake up and smell the coffee or we are going to be in a greater mess than we are in now. Now i dont vote in Iowa but i hope other states will learn. Because if we dont have a person with experience and who cares for the american people we will have 4 more years of republicians. You might not like Hillary but she is the only one i see who can get this country untracked. So its up to you the "Democrats" of American to get behind her. If Obama get the nomination i will vote for a republician or a writein

Sincerely

Donald Newton

i support bill richardson,but not obama,if he wins the democratic race,i will vote for mike,i have vote demo.since84,but i will not vote for inexperience person. the nation needs a person that can make changes that will determine our nations standard for the next 50yrs. we need a person of inner leadership,from the mind,heart and most of from the human soul. i am a democrate,but will place my nation first,i have been come more non-liberial?,or what?

When all is said and done, a state with a population no more than double the size of the City of Phoenix isn't going to have the final say in the presidential election. No need to get too excited this evening. That final say is going to be up to the voting portion of the other 298 million of us. America is not yet ready to hand over the reins to a junior politician with limited experience.

Whether anyone likes it or not, the most experienced and best candidate of all this election just happens to be a woman. In addition to that solid body of experience, she is the ONLY candidate running who has actually lived in the White House and seen and experienced firsthand the running of this country from the Office of the President.

Just admit it. She is absolutely the most qualified candidate of all in this Presidential election. It's about time this country was run by a woman anyway with great strength, intelligence, fortitude and a bit of compassion, as well.

They're probably in negotiation for VP, obviously.

If Obama or Edwards win, the GOPs will be celebrating big time. They rather face Obama or Edwards anytime.

Republicans will dig on Obama's Illinois state senate records which he's trying to hide. Republicans like to dig up the dirt.

Well said, Mr. Peters. It is unfortunate that the Iowa Democrats acted so foolishly.

Folks, I just heard Mike Fitzgerald, Iowa State Treasurer speak at Obama campaign. He thanked the Democrats, Independents, and REPUBLICANS for supporting Obama. It is obvious several Republicans supported Obama so they wont have to face Hillary in November.

Are the Iowa Democrat so sutpid not to see this?

Jen, you are right on a couple of things, yes, all candidates are American and each has a shot at the big office. Operative word, SHOT, having a shot does not get you to be the president, John Blow on the street has a shot at it if he so wants it, but will he get it? And you are seriously fooling yourself if you think that this nation if you think that this nation has forgotten about looking at skin color as ones definition of self or that the words in the famous document stating that all men are created equal really means that today all men are truly being treated as equal. As a person of color, I can definitely tell you that this nation still sees color first and the person second and not all are treated as equals, look into the court systems and see if a man of color gets the same time for the same crime that a white man does, look and see how many discrimination cases are heard each year. It would be nice if how you see the world is actually how the world is, but take off the blind folds and you will see that it hasnt changed much.

I am a Hispanic and a Republican (voted Independent though, never for Bush). I do not think its being a traitor to stand behind someone you believe in. So what if BILL Clinton (NOT Hillary) gave him a position? Should Richardson follow Clinton to the ends of the earth becuase of it? Loyalty is important, but so is judegement.

If Richardson, knowing the Clintons, decides NOT to support Hillary…. stop calling him a traitor and THINK about what that means. Does he realize that Hillary is not the person to be president? Does he think that perhaps Barak will be a better leader or has the right idea?

Im sorry, but the Clintons have shown several times that they deserve no loyalty. So has Bush. I am ready for change, loyalty to the establishment will only lead this country to ruin.

If the democrats, coupled with the angry independents and cross over Republicans, put their hopes on Obama – who has ZERO experience in executive office, has very little to his name by way of interesting (let alone meaningful) legisltation and is weighing his campaign on superficial change with no real platform to roll back the bumbles of the Bush years – then they might as well put their vote in the R (or if Bloomberg jumps in I) category when they go to the voting booth next year. He is green, way idealistic and extremely superficial. If that's what the youth vote is after then Obama's their man. However I warn in the national election he goes down to the vastly more experienced R front runners.

I love all the "Republicans will eat Obama" posts. We reject that.

This is the first step in a march to the White House – a march to restore dignity, honor, compassion, justice, and intelligence to the office of President, and to our great nation.

NO MORE FEAR.

OBAMA 08.

Obama will never win the presidency, who cares who wins Iowa, look at how many lost the presidency that won Iowa. The only thing that counts are the two final candidates that are actually chosen to vote on for the big office. And Obama will not be one of them, can you ever see the USA put a black man in that office to be the head, never! His running for this office is nothing more then name recognition, he has no experience to even know what to do for any type of disaster or attack on us. And how many years has he been in politics, right! The person that will win the big office will be a white male either democrat or republican, but definitely no one of color or female, this nation will never accept either to lead the nation. So what has he won in Iowa? Nothing at all.

Wow, America, the land of the free and where all men are created equal is not practicing what it preaches right now. I thought we lived in a time where the color of someone's skin was NOT a definition of their character. Can you really say that Obama is 100% black? Isn't his mother white? Wouldn't that make him brown? Get over the color issue and the gender issue. All the candidates are AMERICAN and each has a shot at the big office.

Independents love Obama and that is why he will win the general election. Independents despise Clinton and that is why she would lose the general election. We have to have independent voters on our side so we can't nominate Clinton.

Forget "change". "It's the economy, stupid" should be the operating mantra from now until November. (Unless, of course, you want to elect another "no new taxes" budget busting, warmongering, deficit creating Republican.)

Can anyone tell me what differentiates ANY of these Duhmocrats?

Duhmocratic Platform:

1. Hate Bush
2. Get outta Irag in 1 month, 2 months, 3 months, uh, 4 months, uh, 5 months, uh, and on and on
3. Hate Bush
4. Tax everybody, and anything that moves, lives or dies
5. Hate Bush
6. Free (LOLF!) Health Care for EVERYBODY in the Entire Universe! Yippee! (Oh, what the heck, let's let Canada in on our's too. They already know about "free" Health Care)
7. Hate Bush
8. Let anyone in our country that wants to be here, even if illegally, give them lots of money and free stuff so they will know who to vote for in future elections
9. Hate Bush
10. Oh, and hate Bush

Style AND substance in this group? Puhleeeze. How can there be any serious DEBATE with this gang of clowns when they all say the SAME thing?!

Mr. Peters: to in any way compare an intelligent man like Obama to a bumbling moron like Bush is "idiocy"

Democrats will win with Obama. You Clinton supporters don't know the strength & power of angry Independents & Republicans. Even the Clinton's know it's the Democrats election to lose.

Face the facts, Obama represents the youth vote. They have more at stake ever since Bush & the Republicans created this monstrous deficit & sent us to an expensive and disastrous war.

Thank you Richardson, you did what I wanted, and I'm very happy. I'm still waiting for Joe Biden.

Obama08

Obama has no substance. He's all fluff and will be a hinderance to progress. Do people really think respected world leaders will take President Osama…er Obama seriously. Hell, the brilliant sliver of Iowans participating in the caucus process should push for a Obama/Huckabee (or vise versa) ticket! It'd be more of the same idiocy we've experienced over the last 8 years.

Just came back from Iowa City Caucus.

Obama DESTROYED both clinton and edwards in most delegations. In ours Obama had 70% of the vote.

And yes we got all most all 9% of Richardson's people.

I think Richardson realizes Obama is the meal ticket for the next 8 years.

David couldn't more right in saying, "Other than talking about "change" what qualification does Obama have to lead this country? He is handsome and speaks well but that is not enough to be the president. Unfortunately Iowans look for style over substance.

Way to go people, I guess we didn't learn anything when the Democratic Party nominated Mayor Bill Bradley for Gov. and then he got trounced in the California Governors election by a GOP "nobody". Or, when we went out in force for our Latino candidate for Gov and we wound up with Arnold!!!!

Yes, It's nice to be heard but, do you really want another Republican in the White House???????????

The numbers aren't there to elect Senator Obama or Senator Richardson as President the GOP knows it and they will continue to throw money and media attention to these two fine gentlemen hoping that they will get the nomination so that they can once again prey on the fears of white America and elect another Bush Republican!

Enjoy the night but, please think about the next four years!

In the last seven election cycles, no democrat chosen by Iowa democrats won the general election. Iowans are good at choosing losers.

When it comes to Richardson, he have just killed his own candidacy in other state of the union. Me and my friends were following Iowa this evening, three of them are Richardson supporters, they're changing their support, they're voting for Hillary on February 5.

First of all I am a black woman, with that said I am not surprise that Obama won in Iowa. I feel that their trying to make a statement that Iowa isn't a racist state. I will not vote for Obama, because I truely don't believe he's ready to be president. I will vote for Hillary and try to get my family and friends to do the same. I bet karl Rove is the happiest person of all!!!!!

GO HILLARY 2008

Bill Clinton also lost New Hampshire and ran into trouble in Massachusetts, but still was elected by a large margin. He also like Senator Clinton had the most super delagates and was an early Democratic favorate like Senator Clinton. Remember her National Average is at 45%. No other canadate camoes even close. Way to go Obama. Clinton 2008. Richardson won't even be a Governor in a couple of years. That is 2% Governor Richardson who I used to like Boo on you. Senator Clinton 2008, and not with richerdson ex gov of New Mexico.

Folks, here is something to reflect on. In the last six election cycles, Iowa Democrats never chose a winner. Hillary should be happy about this.

"Two men–Obama and Richardson (both people of color)–conspired against Clinton, a woman. This is consistent with what I know about a lot men of color- they tend to be against women. Unfortunate." – What's unfortunate is there are still people like you Dan Birch who think like this. Why can't "the men" just believe in this very important situation "the woman" is not qualified to do the job? If these 3 fine people where in a working situation and "the woman" was not selected to head up a major project because she was not qualified, I guess you would want to sue.

The biggest supporters of Obama in Iowa are independent voters from age 17-29.

Obama=Dukakis

I'm glad Iowa is finally over, one more to go NH, after that, its the REAL DEMOCRATS who will make a decision who they wanted to represented their party not the republican or the independent voters.

Does anyone else wonder why a state with such a small population and an inflated sense of their own political self worth is given so much media coverage? Given the outcome this evening, we have to wonder if they have lost what minds they may have had in endorsing a candidate with very limited real-world political experience domestically or internationally. What are these people thinking?

Folks, here is something to reflect on. In the last six election cycles, Iowa Democrats never chose a winner. This is a blessing in disguise for Hillary.

congradulations Oboma, a job well done

I am a white man and so what! Since I am hearing impaired and blind in one eye, I endure through enormous discriminations and bigotry in this country during horrid Bush era! A time for change! A terrific job for Obama! GO OBAMA GO! GO get and tear up Hillary and Republicans apart! OBAMA will succeed!

Democrats will never win the general election with Obama.

Bill Clinton finished with 5% the first run and went on to win the Presidencey twice.

Hooray for Republicans. Huckabee (or McCain) will trounce Obama, if he is the nominee.

I hope New Hampshire keeps it going for Obama. At that point it will be too late to change the nomination and the Republicans will win again.

I am a Republican and I want to thank the democrats for giving Iowa to Obama. Please tell your friends in New Hampshire to do the same. We will mop the floor with Obama.

LOL, anyone see how happy Fox news was to project Obama has the winner. If the GOP felt Clinton was an easy defeat, they would be rooting for her. Clearly, the GOP feels Obama is easier to defeat. He has that clean slate. ANy negative news against him, could kill him even before Nov

Edwards is the only one who can beat all the leading Republicans according to the polls; when will Democrats ever learn that we need a true leader, a fighter, a truth teller? Even when people disagree with our candidates, they support the strong ones (look at Bush in 2000 and 2004). Edwards is the strong one.

The real folks have spoken, go to bed now as the game is over for some…

I am so let down with Gov. Bill Richardson. One can measure his intel though he only pulled 2%. Clinton for President 2008

Well said, Juan Carlos. Hillary is just getting started. Watch out.

How sweet this is!!!!

It's early in our travels but the journey always starts with the first step and that first step is for a vertically positive America!

Go Barack Obama

Hans, you seem to have forgotten Bush Jr.'s Hoover years.

Thank for acknowledging my question Justin… so in actuality, all this hype is over a bunch of nothingness…. And Corey… thanks for chiming in…it's nice not to feel so alone! LoL!

I am hoping for either Obama or Billary, but in the end, what really matters to me is how fast my pizza gets here.

I concur with this post from David, "Other than talking about "change" what qualification does Obama have to lead this country? He is handsome and speaks well but that is not enough to be the president. Unfortunately Iowans look for style over substance."

this is all such nonsense … iowa means nothing ,, huckabee will not win anything else and obama will not be elected president no matter who the republican candidate is

RE: "As a Republican I couldn't hope for a better (weaker) opponent than Obama. Thank you, Iowa democrats."

LOL, as Democrat I can't think of a weaker opponent than Huckabee, he is totally unelectable. LOL!

Indeed, it appears that Iowa Democrats prefer style to substance.

Alan you are so right…..Obama=Carter. Both nice men, but neither could run this country. They prefer to give hugs that drop bombs. Not going to work in today's world

I agree with David Thomas,

Other than talking about "change" what qualification does Obama have to lead this country? He is handsome and speaks well but that is not enough to be the president. Unfortunately Iowans look for style over substance.

Bill Richardson is the CURRENT governor of New Mexico, not the "former Governor," as this article states. Come on CNN!

Obviously Democrats are voting for the candidate, and NOT for the presidential seat. If we push Obama, then we push failure when the national battle over independents begins. Obama is a fantastic man and great speaker who has been able to rouse the young voters to caucus, but that will not fly when the general election presents its bigger issues. This country is still wildly racist in many areas. I, like most normal people, abhor that characteristic, but it exists. We need to elect a democrat into the presidential seat to gain power and kick out the radical religious-led big business morons that have no sensibility when it comes to REAL people and their REAL problems. It is time to put someone to battle that will become a VIABLE candidate. I'm sorry, but that just happens to be a caucasian male from the south. I speak candidly, but with honest truth. Stop listening to propaganda. Listen to reality.

By the way… all of the defectors from the Richardson group came over to Edwards (in my ward). Ha.

Obama win is good news for the GOP. Wake up folks,,,,,you have BIden, Richardson, Dodd and Clinton. You select Obama because he was the list of "Oprah's favorite things" LOL. Karl Rove is smiling right now. Everything moronic thing that obama has said will come back to haunt him.

A lot of people on this board are suggesting that Iowa democrats always pick losers. I agree with that.

Our local precinct caucus just ended. After the first vote, ALL of Richardson's supporters moved to Obama's 'grouping'. I personally interviewed two, who said Obama was their "automatic second choice".

What was scarier was the Clinton grouping's leaders who were harsher to the Biden and Dodd supporters (who ultimately went to either Edwards or Obama interestingly enough).

The worst thing I saw was a father who was supporting Obama and a mother who was supporting Clinton. The mother kept sending their little (four-ish) daughter, who was covered in Hillary stickers, over to Daddy. She (the daughter) kept saying things like "come stand with us Daddy" and "Mommy wants us to be together".
Given that Hillary narrowly won one more delegate than Obama (but more than Edwards), I would NOT want to be in that house tonight!

Obama's promise of 'Change' is a 'loaded word'……problem is that Obama never, ever explains what 'the Change Might Be".! Watch out for the explanation…don't Vote for 'Change' until you Know what 'Change' Is About………..you might be surprised! Never have heard Obama explain it either……..Never! He speaks only of 'pie in the sky!" Obama is 'Clueless"…..Remember this Vote is ONLY in Iowa…certainly Not the entire Nation. It literally means nothing in the scheme of things to come……..The Tide WILL Turn.

Whoever called the democrats in Iowa morons couldn't be more right?

Obama won. BFD.
I am a Democrat, and I won't vote for someone as inexperienced as Obama, no matter how smart he is. Jimmy Carter was an incapable genius. We can't go through that again.

I don't know what everyone is so happy for. This just guarantees another Republican in the white house. American will NOT vote for a black man. I don't care what anyone says. It will not come to fruition.

As a Republican I want to thank the democrats in Iowa for doing your part to make sure we won't have to face Hillary in November. Please encourage your fellow democrats to do the same.

I just want to say that the most recent comments by your so called "best political team" on the air was some of the most sexist I've heard and it just goes to show that some things don't change in the male dominated world we continue to live in. Shame on Wolf's pack of idiots to be unbiased and informative like we actually need. Who cares what it would be like for Bill tonight. Would you say the same thing for John Edwards or Ron Paul or any of the other male candidates that came in second or lower? No, I don't think so because it wouldn't enter that brain shift that our society still carries. Shame on you.

Do you know what happens to Idealism . . . . it runs smack into Reality! Obama wins for the most part because of the younger vote. Democats had a really good field of candidates to pick from, this nation has taken a really big hit since the Bush admin. took office there's much to repair, and they're poised to nominate the candidate with the least experience or foreign or otherwise! Well enjoy la la land while you can because the Republicans are going to have him for dinner!!!!!

If I were republican I would be celebrating. I bet they are, but relax the party just started she is not done and guess what? she is a bad moto scooter and will come back stronger than ever..

John Myers, of course you think of Obama as a weak candidate. You're a Republican.

Richardson is not a FORMER governor.

Too bad he didn't get the 15%.

C'mon people. Get behind the Democrat who gets the nomination – there are some excellent candidates and we all need to vote for the DEMOCRAT!!

The democrats in Iowa keep nominating people who can't win. They never learn their lessons. Oh, wait, most of them are Republicans who went to Democratic cacuses to make sure they get to trounce Barack in November.

This is turning into an Obamanation
Obama 08

As a Republican I couldn't hope for a better (weaker) opponent than Obama. Thank you, Iowa democrats.

Richardson is a "former governor"?

What were th Iowans thinking? Wha about the picture where Obama would not salute the flaf?

Articulate.

The Lord is in Control! Nice Job Obama and Huckabee!!!

This country needs change, Obama represents the change we so much need. We have had Clinton, Bush, Bush, and then now we do not need a repeat of Clinton..
We need Change, …………..
Iowa, thank you for starting to make the change.

Obama doesn't have the Nomination, yet…..and as for the GOP….Reagan didn't win in Iowa, either! It''s not over ….'till it's over! The tide will turn against Huckabee sooner or later…..possibly later!

Awesome. The 2nd their voting system of the Democratic Party is so much better than the stupid single vote system. Minus having to do it in person, it should be adopted for all national elections. This would be Instant-Runoff voting, by far the best voting system in the world. The current voting system just fosters corruption and makes it impossible to challenge the two party system. Also, GO OBAMA!

I just watched Anderson Cooper and Rafferty reported that Obama's lead is a good one, as he's articulant (among a list of other qualities). I'm tired of America referring to him as articulant. I've not heard this adjective used for any other candidate.

It's like when will America stop using this word in reference to black people. We don't all speak in double negatives. Why not use other refernces like he's a good motivational speaker…

Come on…

amazing how people claim those older than obama have such strong resumes. time to let a younger set of ideas step forth and fix some of what that crowd has gotten us into.. the remedy is clear.. its obama 08

Congratulions Barack Obama and congratulations Iowa voters for renouncing the negative smear campaign that Hillary has put on, using operatives to spread lies that Obama is a Muslim Terrorist and worse.

Tonight's vote is a repudiation of the "old school' tactics.

If that is possible, given all the bad things she has done in her life.

Democrats are doomed. They are framing Obama's victory in a black/white paradigm that has, in the past, only served to evoke ethnic loyalty.

Obama will never win a "Red" state as a "Black" candidate. Media reporters and Obama supporters alike need to be aware of the subtle message that comes from their "victory" for African Americans.

Yes, Iowans are indeed morons. They never voted for the winner.

Richardson may be a traitor to the Clintons, but he is a great patriot for America.

Obama and Huckabee….both one state wonders. I don't even understand what is going on in the Democratic election process. How about just filling out some ballots instead of this merry-go-round nonsense. I for RON PAUL!!!!

I was born and lived in Georgia for 27 years. I have lived in Iowa for 23 years. Until this year I have voted Republican. For what it is worth my impression is that most of my white Republican friends would find it easy to vote for Obama (and an Obama-Richardson ticket).

Justin, how would you know that John K commented on Dean's comment? Did you read his mind? Or are you posting under names?

David Thomas:
Bush and Cheney had plenty of the "qualifications" that people typically think are required to lead our country

….we've seen how well that worked for us

I am very happy to see a predominately white state put all the bull aside and see the content of a mans character. These folks see a true leader in Obama and they are exactly the type of people America needs to break us away from this ugly division we have in this country. How can we move forward as a nation united if we fail to see that Obama is the only one able to bring about this change. People, please get over your color barriers and get real. America, get real and do what's right…

I'm from New Mexico. I like Richardson if he doesn't get any nomination then New Mexico wins. He has done so much good for New Mexico and he is one of the best governors New Mexico has ever had. The rest of the nation is going to miss out on a good thing.

I am so happy we have a druggie to run against. I was beginning to think we might lose the white house.

Go Republicans!!

John K should stop making a fool of himself.

I love how all the doubters continue to bash Obama

How is he not electable now?

He just won solidly in extremely white Iowa. Polls show he wins head-to-head matchups against ALL Republican candidates.

Don't resist the amazing possibility for real change for our country. Lead by an extremely intelligent, charismatic, HIGHLY CAPABLE Barack Obama.

Jake from California, I agree with Suzie from Atlanta. Other than talking about "change" what qualification does Obama have to lead this country? He is handsome and speaks but that is not enough to be the president.

Iowans are morons. They never voted for the winner.

I am literally dancing with glee! I am so thrilled to see a Democrat who understands that if he's not going to win the nomination he should neither drag his campaigners down with him nor indulge in nepotism by returning "favors" one canidates family have done. He chose the canidate who best represented his values. O8ama!

Watch out America. Messiah Obama is on his his sneaky way, and the USA continues on the slippery slop. If this keeps up even a moderate Dem like me will vote Republican. Go Hillary or Huck!

David Thomas:

John K commented on a statement by Dean that "men of color attack women" (Richardson/Obama).

I'd say that takes the idiotic cake.

I can't believe I just heard Solidad O'Brien, referring to Obama's win in Iowa, say "a black guy won – how did that happen?" If Hillary had won, would she have said, "a white woman won – how did that happen?" or if John Edwards had won – "a white guy won – how did that happen?" Good heavens, haven't we learned anything yet???!!!

From: A 67-year old white woman

Grrrrrr, I'm starting to think the Republicans are going to win this election. An Obama-Richardson ticket? This election shall very much come down to race, in the end.

I previously believed that the next election would see Democrats and Republicans alike voting for a Democratic candidate; I now believe we'll see Republicans and Democrats alike voting for whoever's candidate is white.

White America isn't ready for the anti-white sentiment an Obama-Richardson ticket would bring. Don't see it happening. I've read the website of Obama's church, and before he makes it to the general election it WILL become an issue raised by Republicans.

Like most of the rest of America, I wait for MY chance to cast my ballot…

God Bless the voters of Iowa!!! Hopefully rhe voters in New Hampshire and South Carolina will send Hillary Clinton back to New York and Barack Obama will be the Democratic nominee. Obama will bring reconciliation to our divided country and will reach across party lines. We don't need the Clintons in the White House and hopefully the voters next week will send a clear message about the Polarizer and the Philanderer. OBAMA IN 2008!!!!!!!!!! God Bless America!!!!!!!!!

There are a lot of happy Republicans tonight. Y'all took the bate. We are fired up and ready to bash this coke head till he loses in the general.

John K, you are so right.

John K wrote,

"In the realm of idiotic things that people say on the internet, this has to rank as one of the MOST idiotic that I've ever read."

You need to substantiate what makes Dean's comment idiotic. At least he offered his reasoning. You are the one looking like the real idiot here.

At my Bettendorf, Iowa caucus site the Dodd and Richardson supporters joined the Biden camp to make him viable. However, many of the Biden, Richardson & Dodd supporters probably would have been in the Obama group had Biden not received a few people from the Obama group to make him viable.

So, Obama probably had more support than showed up tonight. Very surprising.

It's a sign that people are tired of the same old policies…corporate greed, lack of immigration enforcement and medical insurance.

We are tired of being spied on and tracked like we are the enemy while Bin Laden is still on the loose.

We are sick of our tax dollars going to rebuild Iraq while our Bridges fall and cities are slow being rebuilt after Natural Disasters.

We are tired of being so preoccuppied with keeping up with the Jones and for some just keeping a roof over their heads and not being able to focus on policies being made that affect our daily lives.

We are tired of being told to live in FEAR and that we must sacrfice privacy….HEAR our prayers GOD because we are TIRED of what is happening to our country.

Nelson,

As a Hispanic I think you should watch the company you keep.

The SHOT HEARD AROUND THE WORLD!!!!!!!!!

GO OBAMA 08,12

Obama is young, weak and will crumble … we need someone strong LIKE Clinton or Edwards or hell even Kucinich! Obama is a green babyfaced unexperienced candidate

Obama / Gov. VA or Bloomberg or Webb!!!

Wow. That's all I can say.

Everyone in your respective states, mobilize your neighbors to attend your respective primaries!

The number of people at my local caucus in Iowa tonight (and across the state) was historic.

I have never felt a part of such a revolution in my lifetime. Tonight was a very special night for America. If we in Iowa can do it, everyone in America can do it!

Oh, Oh, Oh, Obama!

Everyone in your respective states, mobilize your neighbors to attend your respective primaries!

The number of people at my local caucus in Iowa tonight (and across the state) was historic.

I have never felt a part of such a revolution in my lifetime. Tonight was a very special night for America. If we in Iowa can do it, everyone in America can do it!

Oh, Oh, Oh, Obama!

Richardson was never a viable presidential candidate. He was running to become Hilliary's VP from the very beginning.

suzie from atlanta, GA
You are just hitting. You should read and or listen to Obama's speeches. This man is educated and smart. And as you added, he is a unitor. Those are the most important things we need in a president. Remember that MAN'S PRIMARY WEAPON IS HIS MIND from which he reasons. Obama has made numerous right decisions even before getting to the presidential race.

Senator Clinton with all the foreign policy experience doesn't know whether Musharraf was not running in the up coming Pakistani elections. I can only think that the reason she didn't know is because she had not been to Pakistan lately since she gains her foreign experience from travelling. If she becomes president are we going to wait for her to tour the world and come back home before making decisions? Hell no!

Obama will revive America like Bill Clinton did. He only needs his ticket to the oval office which I think is pretty much on its way.
If Black people in the South turn their backs and vote against Obama, I as a black male will forever remain with the believe that a majority of our people are way too stupid.

Look, Iowa's minority population is only 5% as reported by CNN. this means this is a 95% white state. Now If all these white folks see that Obama is the right choice for America and the black folks don't do so, I'll have no reason to be alive!

Juan Carlos,
you say so because you have been told that your color or color for that matter is not good and hence not deserving of anything good. Sadly, you believe this?

You of course have a choice. You can believe or not!
Change is on its way Juan…take heart!

hey shmuya I was wondering the same thing so you are not alone

With President, Barack Obama, it isn't just about change; it is about the sincerity behind the DESIRE for change.

While I am white and from the east coast, this article does exactly what I'd have done.

Support Richardson first, he is the most qualified person running to be President hands down, if he feels he can't win (and I still think he can without Iowa) I would support O'Bama all day next.

Actually, I saw people go to Obama's camp. I saw Live on CSPAN, that people did, or would not be 'viable' for Richardson.

Tell you what, though……If Richardson will be Obama's running mate, I would vote for the two of them.

I am a citizen of the State of New Mexico. Been here for almost 30yrs; Richardson is the Best thing to ever hit this Land of Enchantment.

Thank you for your time

Dan Birch wrote "This is what I think. Two men–Obama and Richardson (both people of color)–conspired against Clinton, a woman. This is consistent with what I know about a lot men of color- they tend to be against women. Unfortunate.."
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In the realm of idiotic things that people say on the internet, this has to rank as one of the MOST idiotic that I've ever read.

From a "man of color"…

I could not be happier. This is a great day in our history. Please America…keep saying no more Clinton and no more Bush! Their corrupt ways will no longer be tolerated in America. We want real change and that is not Hillary.
We have had enough of the past let us look to the future. I am just dancing with delight!!!

Its looking good for Obama. THANK YOU IOWA!!

And, thank you for putting Giuliani and McCain in their proper respective places for the Neocons side as well.

Hillary Clinton is not a "women" by your terms. She is as masculine as a "female" can get. Beware the femi-nazi!

Fired up! Ready to go!

Thank you IOWA!!!

this is the beginning of a movement.

A woman (Clinton) is being hurt by two men (Obama and Richardson) who decided to conspire against her.

Hillary wanted to finish second to Edwards…

well… she did.

BUT Edwards lost to OBAMA!

OBAMA 2008!

God Bless America. next stops for our Movement: NH, SC, Super Tuesday, White House, the WORLD!

FIRE UP! READY TO GO! LET'S GO CHANGE THE WORLD!

This is what I think. Two men–Obama and Richardson (both people of color)–conspired against Clinton, a woman. This is consistent with what I know about a lot men of color- they tend to be against women. Unfortunate.

if edwards is indeed dead in the water after this, why wouldnt obama choose him as vp now and both of them could combine their campaigns, money and personnel. if they did it now, wouldnt that make them unstoppable in the democratic primary even to the vanuted clinton machine?

Let the people speak; I am afraid if Obama wins, it could polarize the next primaries against him; unless America is truly changing !!!!!!!!

To reinforce the caucus procedure: if a candidate does not get 15% then they must go with their second.

If Obama can win in Iowa (94.9% white, 2.3% Black), why can't he win across the country?

Shmuya, take a look at my comment above.

To answer your question, no they won't. It just shows that Iowa will send more Obama delegates to the national convention.

The only real implications are for the candidates who did poorly and will likely drop out of the race. The talk now centers on who the drop-outs will endorse. (i.e., Richardson supporting Obama).

Good question though.

i dont kno if i want obama to win. i wanted clinton. !! and , back to the hispanic stuff, it dosent matter, were all equal and should be treated equally. So dont think that they are going to treat hispanics differantly.

re: January 3, 2008 9:02 pm ET

I am a Hispanic American. Bill Richardson has shamed us. How can he be so ungrateful and move his votes to Obama. When his career has been promoted and established by the Clinton administration. We Hispanic Americans believe in loyalty. He obviously does not. What a hypocrite and a traitor of principle..

What an idiot? Richardson's career, the future of this country, and the iowa election can not be determined to loyalty to Clinton. Please, i am Hispanic, and I support Obama. Clinton…take a wiff of the political air and smell the roses. you will lose and Obama will be the Democratic candidate.

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Will these results determine which democrat and republican candidate will be the actual Presidential candidate?

Pardon my ignorance.

WOULD YOU PEOPLE READ?

RICHARDSON DID NOT BETRAY ANYONE.
When he turned out not to have viable numbers, his delegates are SUPPOSED TO go to another candidate. That's how it works!

What a bunch of losers. Welcome to another 4 years of Republican leadership.

BARACK OBAMA is my Senator in Illinois… We love him here; he is a man of dignity and conviction. He will be one of the greatest American Presidents.

YEA!

Keep i going we really need change and I do have hope.

OBAMA WINS IOWA!!! WOO-HOO!!!!

Actually as a matter of fact… as someone falsely said earlier, the winner of the Iowa caucuses has NOT always lost the presidency.

Those that get all worked up about Iowa being first in the nation, need to calm down. It doesn't make Iowa too important, and it doesn't matter if they aren't representative of the entire country.

The top candidates always continue through to the next primaries, just as they would in ANY state – regardless of what state goes first.

It's not detrimental to the people, it's detrimental to candidates who never had a shot in the first place. Lighten up, please.

OBAMA AND RON PAUL TICKET!

I am a huge non-fan of Barack – he is substance-free, unless you mean cocaine – but it is breaking my heart to see how abandoned Hispanics feel by Richardson.

I bet Richardson is still a nice person and I hope Hispanics will cut him just a little slack here. Obama may turn out to be a juggernaut in which case we are just going to have to hope for the best. It could be a mere political calculation. I just would hate for Richardson to lose his honest appeal to Hispanics due to this one wretched decision.

-j

This is fantanstic but the mission is still not over. Young people will have there voice heard, and its time for us to take control of our destiny. The work is not over, we need to get our moms and dad and all senior who we respect on board.

Obama for America–a country for immigrants, by immigrants, for immigrant, shall not perish from the earth.

Remember that what America great is not from shining sea to shining sea, it is the diversity and mosaic of its people and Obama is a true reflection of that.

I agree with Juan. Two people of color I agree, there is an underlining racism that will prevent Senator Obama from winning, He is the change that people need, He is the one that is uncorrupt..Its a shame that sexism and racism will lead to the loss of Obama.

OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT!

COUNT IT!

YEAH OBAMA

For starters, CHECK YOUR REPORTING. The rumor, which has been denied by both camps, was started by the media and Obama's campaign manager. Hmmm. Second CHECK YOUR REPORTING! Richardson is not the former Gov. He still IS THE GOVERNOR. Or did you forget your reporting from 2006?

Two people of color, Black and brown , ummm I do not think so. There are still a lot racism in this country. Richardson you used to be in my heart.

The Iowa caucus format (eg. 15% cutoff) is really coming into play against Clinton. I personally don't think the whole setup is really that fair as it puts a good deal of peer pressure into the process. And it throws the equilibrium of a single vote to a candidate in peril if there are pushy people affecting the situation.

Nothing like turning the Presidential Primaries into a new version of the reality show "Survivor".

Telling it like I see it,
Wynter
Loudon, NH

Hillary will still pull this out. Never count her out, even though the media has. Shameful….to say the least.

I am a Hispanic and am sad that Richradson has cut a deal with Obama. I will spit on him (metaphorically, that is) next time I see him.

T. Blackwell, I prefer Edwards (after Richardson) because I'm looking more for substance than style these days. Too much sizzle and not enough steak has done this country in.

Well of course they would……….and that's fine. BILL Clinton came in fourth in Iowa, in fact, the winner of Iowa has always lost the election.

Obama, like Bush, is all about uniting (I'm a uniter not a divider) and bringing people together. Of course he has not a clue how to run a country, but that's OK, he'll surround himself with people who do. Sound familiar? Pluse he LOOKS so refreshing!!! So what else matters, right?

Why are they moving? Because they were told by HQ to do that. This is a very complicated ballet. Things don't happen by accident.

He perhaps thinks Obama will win and he can have a seat at the table. Obama is not electable, for a million reasons, and if he does (G-d Forbid) get elected, Richardson will be very much needed because Obama has not a clue, and misses votes (such as funding Iraq) so he can say he didn't vote for it) and meetings for the job he is paid for: the Senate.

I still hope for a turn around, but in any case, I am curious about where Biden's votes went………or Dodd………one would think to Clinton. One would hope for either Edwards or Clinton.

READ IT AND WEEP!!!! 59% OF PRECINTS REPORTING SHOWS OBAMA IN THE LEAD WITH 35%!!!

FIRED UP…READY TO GO!!!!

Way to go, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa!

Nelson "you dont speak for me" we hispanics? what the h…, every hispanic is just a person, just as white, black or asian, "is not a matter of skin color" "a head a word" you talk I talk, you buy I I buy, you vote, I vote. "IS A MATTER OF CHOICE"

From here it looks like we could see either an Edwards/Obama ticket or an Obama/Edwards ticket. I prefer the former.

Hillary is trailing.

I pray we don't have to worry about another Clinton trying to redefine 2-letter words during an investigation.

How has Bill Richardson shamed anyone? He doesn't get to pick where his non-viable votes go. Shame he failed to meet the threshold though as he was a great candidate.

NO OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!

Spradley, is it really surprising that Richardson's people are moving to Obama given the change of appeal in Edwards. I am avid Edwards supporter, but given the competition and leadership America needs right now, people are looking for charisma and fluidity… character traits that Edwards just isnt the best at.

Save the Vice Presidency for Gov. Schweitzer. Richardson will be selected as Secretary of State.

b – CNN itself was just showing how Richardson delegates were going Edwards instead of Obama by 2 to 1.

I don't understand why they report otherwise.

I just came back from my local caucus here in Iowa. We had 234 individuals in our precinct show up (an amazing number). Two candidate groups (Richardson, Biden) were non-viable after the first role call. Approximately 80% of those from the non-viable groups went to Obama. Maybe the extremist politics of Hillary are too much for the more moderate general public.

Ummm…Nelson….Richardson isn't the traitor…..according to YOUR logic, HIS SUPPORTERS ARE TRAITORS…THEY ARE THE ONES MOVING TO SUPPORT OBAMA….

Catch the wave baby!!!!

Nick – NPR announced earlier this evening that Richardson said his delegates should go to Obama if he didn't get enough of a percentage to carry.

Richardson did move his votes. Indirectly. But he did.

And I think anyone BUT Hillary. We do not need or want another Clinton in office.

Just left my caucus in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, where EVERY Richardson supporter went to Edwards, giving him a lead over Clinton.

GO'BAMA GO!!!!!!

Obama-Richardson is the best ticket I can imagine. I'd prefer the flip of this ticket, but this will do fine. In Obama, you're looking at one of the most inspirational figures that we've seen in decades. In Richardson, one of the most experienced candidates in the field… an ambassador, negotiator, executive. This could be a real change in the way that this country is run.

Richardson wouldn't be bad, but Obama/Biden would be an awesome ticket. Hope this trend continues and Barack wins Iowa!!!

This is surprising. Richardson has the deepest, broadest resume—and Obama's is the skimpiest. Why aren't the Richardson people moving to Edwards?

Oh, Nelson, Richardson himself doesn't move his votes — research how the caucus works, if you don't meet a threshold you have to pick a different candidate.

I 2nd your nomination for Richardson for VP

Richardson goes to Obama – is there no loyalty amongst anyone anymore? I told you how mucha whites hate.

I am a Hispanic American. Bill Richardson has shamed us. How can he be so ungrateful and move his votes to Obama. When his career has been promoted and established by the Clinton administration. We Hispanic Americans believe in loyalty. He obviously does not. What a hypocrite and a traitor of principle..

RICHARDSON FOR VICE PRES!!!!!!!!