Comments on: Richardson supporters moving to Obama camp http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/ All politics, all the time Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:07:36 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Nicole http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-233259 Nicole Tue, 08 Jan 2008 18:09:43 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-233259 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 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

]]> By: John Myers http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-218138 John Myers Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:11:51 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-218138 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. 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.

]]> By: Kelly A, NM http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217956 Kelly A, NM Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:57:07 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217956 "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. "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.

]]> By: Angelo http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217611 Angelo Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:00:09 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217611 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! 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!

]]> By: Geri, VA. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217199 Geri, VA. Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:10:53 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217199 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. 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.

]]> By: stefano mvuvi http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217196 stefano mvuvi Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:09:44 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217196 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? 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?

]]> By: Travis Sugarland, Texas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217015 Travis Sugarland, Texas Fri, 04 Jan 2008 13:24:39 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-217015 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. 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.

]]> By: share http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216979 share Fri, 04 Jan 2008 12:52:47 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216979 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! 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!

]]> By: WorldTravel http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216839 WorldTravel Fri, 04 Jan 2008 09:51:30 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216839 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! 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!

]]> By: sean http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216811 sean Fri, 04 Jan 2008 08:57:34 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216811 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. 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.

]]> By: A CHANGE IS COMING, IL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216730 A CHANGE IS COMING, IL Fri, 04 Jan 2008 07:31:28 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216730 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 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

]]> By: Jim, Cherokee http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216729 Jim, Cherokee Fri, 04 Jan 2008 07:31:26 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216729 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 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

]]> By: INDIANABLU http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216728 INDIANABLU Fri, 04 Jan 2008 07:31:15 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216728 OBAMA PLUS his supporters in background @ campain headquaters= "the new U.S.OFA. THANK UUUUUUUUUUU 4 THE HOPE BARAK INDIANABLU, NEW ROCHELLE N. Y. OBAMA PLUS his supporters in background @ campain headquaters= "the new U.S.OFA.
THANK UUUUUUUUUUU 4 THE HOPE BARAK
INDIANABLU, NEW ROCHELLE N. Y.

]]> By: Tyler in Raleigh, NC http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216718 Tyler in Raleigh, NC Fri, 04 Jan 2008 07:25:01 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216718 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? 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?

]]> By: Jim http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216710 Jim Fri, 04 Jan 2008 07:21:52 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216710 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. 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.

]]> By: Travis Sugarland, Texas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216578 Travis Sugarland, Texas Fri, 04 Jan 2008 06:12:17 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216578 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. 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.

]]> By: Kris In Atlanta http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216540 Kris In Atlanta Fri, 04 Jan 2008 05:56:14 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216540 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. 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.

]]> By: Kitty, Denver, CO. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216368 Kitty, Denver, CO. Fri, 04 Jan 2008 05:06:42 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216368 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.!!!! 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.!!!!

]]> By: David Birch, Chicago http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216306 David Birch, Chicago Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:55:17 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216306 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. 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.

]]> By: mike http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216271 mike Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:49:33 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216271 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 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

]]> By: Oscar http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216250 Oscar Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:46:23 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216250 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..... 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.....

]]> By: Elizabeth http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216213 Elizabeth Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:40:01 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216213 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!!! 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!!!

]]> By: edwards supporter http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216207 edwards supporter Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:39:19 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216207 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". 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".

]]> By: T http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216158 T Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:30:14 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216158 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 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

]]> By: Ted Kwapien http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216150 Ted Kwapien Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:29:30 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216150 anybody but Clinton.....we have seen enough of zipper action in the white house. anybody but Clinton.....we have seen enough of zipper action in the white house.

]]> By: Jimenez http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216132 Jimenez Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:26:14 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216132 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. 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.

]]> By: Les http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216106 Les Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:21:18 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216106 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. 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.

]]> By: AL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216098 AL Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:19:41 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216098 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! 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!

]]> By: notagain http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216065 notagain Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:12:40 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216065 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! 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!

]]> By: Wendy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216061 Wendy Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:12:08 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216061 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. 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.

]]> By: AL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216038 AL Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:08:38 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216038 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! 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!

]]> By: Greg http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216020 Greg Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:05:54 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216020 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!? 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!?

]]> By: Amy in IA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216019 Amy in IA Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:05:53 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-216019 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. 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.

]]> By: notagain http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215992 notagain Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:00:50 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215992 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. 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.

]]> By: Elizabeth http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215985 Elizabeth Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:59:22 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215985 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! 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!

]]> By: donald newton http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215981 donald newton Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:59:02 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215981 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 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

]]> By: jane http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215952 jane Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:53:29 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215952 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? 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?

]]> By: JP http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215951 JP Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:53:27 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215951 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. 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.

]]> By: Gem http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215950 Gem Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:53:11 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215950 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. 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.

]]> By: James, Iowa http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215946 James, Iowa Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:52:47 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215946 Well said, Mr. Peters. It is unfortunate that the Iowa Democrats acted so foolishly. Well said, Mr. Peters. It is unfortunate that the Iowa Democrats acted so foolishly.

]]> By: Ann Thomas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215940 Ann Thomas Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:51:09 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215940 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? 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?

]]> By: notagain http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215923 notagain Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:49:14 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215923 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. 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.

]]> By: Tyler in Raleigh, NC http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215904 Tyler in Raleigh, NC Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:46:35 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215904 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. 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.

]]> By: Mr. Peters http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215891 Mr. Peters Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:43:59 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215891 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. 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.

]]> By: Jim http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215879 Jim Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:42:12 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215879 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. 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.

]]> By: notagain http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215861 notagain Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:38:29 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215861 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. 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.

]]> By: Jen http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215839 Jen Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:35:29 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215839 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. 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.

]]> By: Lynn, Reno, NV http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215815 Lynn, Reno, NV Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:32:32 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215815 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. 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.

]]> By: Bob in DC http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215814 Bob in DC Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:32:16 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215814 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.) 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.)

]]> By: OverTheRainbow, KS http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215812 OverTheRainbow, KS Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:32:13 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/01/03/richardson-supporters-moving-to-obama-camp/#comment-215812 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?! 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?!

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