January 9, 2008
Posted: 07:02 AM ET

CNN's Sasha Johnson reports that when televisions broadcast Barack Obama's comments on the Iraq war, midway through his election night speech, some Hillary Clinton supporters at her campaign headquarters began to boo.

Filed under: New Hampshire


koang   January 24th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

This how supporters always turn out to be when their favored lose the race.

Englasse   January 20th, 2008 5:12 pm ET

No bias. Fake tears. Cross her & you get Arkansas Flu. Clinton supporters accuse Obama supporters of suspicious behavior. Pot – Black.
How in Sam Hill does a woman, a discredit to the female gender, score so many idolizing fans when her entire record in office, gov. & pres., are ALL lies, manipulation, racist remarks, illegal campaign money, fraud, numerous ethics violations, failed pograms, on board with Walmart who openly abused employees and violated wage laws, an American Flag with satanic stars, open witchcraft practice in the White House, destroyed documents, withheld others….and last but not least Absolutely No positive content in her campaign. What tha.? Are these people paid, traitors, hypnotized, co-dependent or all of the forementioned?
Does character assassination, rigged voting, and a passel of paid celebrities qualify one to be an honest leader?

shaun   January 12th, 2008 1:25 am ET

You hillary clinton loyalist are starting to sound like smug, arrogant republicans..how unbecoming of you…

a vote for obama is a vote for a strong america…

hectoracuna   January 11th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

Which candidate cut a hole in the America flag while illegal aliens cross our border in the background?

Which candidate wears an eye-patch like a pirate?

And, did you know there are THREE women in Arizona's Primary ballot?

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As with all politics the sparks are already flying. Candidate Sean "CF" Murphy responds to a political ad filed by Democratic candidate Doctress Neutopia in which she desecrates the American flag by cutting a hole in it. Follow the antics of America's grass-roots candidates by tuning in to the campaigns blog.

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Jeri   January 11th, 2008 10:13 pm ET

Hillary is "then" and Barack is "now" She and Bill had their
eight wonderful years and its time to pass the torch.

Leonardo   January 10th, 2008 11:03 am ET

The USA need a honest person as president, to repair the international dammage done by Bush.

Most People all over the world, have lost the trust on America!

In the last years anti Americanism came very popular here in Europe and the rest of the world.

Since Obama became popular most people hope that he will win
Because he would be a president, in who we in Europe would belive and than we could beginn again to trust in your Nation America.

Not only because he is honest and good person the view of most people but also because we would see that the American population is ready to make a real change with Obama.

If Obama would win the election, America will get many lost friends back (me included ) and get also new friends all over the world.

ONLY Obama can do that!!!

Americans!!! Please vote for Obama and get the admiration from all over the world!!!

Leonardo from Switzerland

jmeder   January 10th, 2008 9:23 am ET

Cheryl wrote on Jan 9th that experience is on Bill's wife's side. What experience. She has done nothing meaningful while in Congress. Being the wife of the President doesn't make her anyone qualified to be President than being the husband of a jet pilot make him qualified to be a jet pilot. She is a smart person yes, but experienced enough for the Presidency no. We are not electing a celebrity we are electing a President. PLEASE think for a minute. Stop with all the trash talking and THINK. Who is the most QUALIFIED. The politician want you to follow blindly done.

SW   January 10th, 2008 5:50 am ET

Obama's charisma will not get this country out of the mess it's in right now. The only thing that will help at all is a candidate that knows what they are doing and that certainly isn't Obama. All of you that vote for him will be voting for the NEXT worst president of the United States. Your choice, vote for someone that can get the country back on track or vote for personality and stay in the rut you're in right now thanks to Bush. Bush and Obama are like two peas in a pod, no difference at all.

MJ   January 10th, 2008 5:21 am ET

Freddie January 9, 2008 5:38 pm ET

Laugh now HIllary supporters but your day is coming. I talked with a whole lot of minorities today and all of them said they will sit this election out if Hillary Clinton is the nominee.

I couldn't find one minority who supports Billary Clinton now. Here is a chance for the Republicans to grab African American voters and win the election.

Let me tell you, my African American neighbor said the New Hampshire Democrats just plain LIED about voting for Obama. Just tell the truth, folks.
You don't want to be known as a state full of LIARS do you? Just tell the darn truth, please. Nobody will blame you for choosing white over black. That's your right to do so.

HILLARY, YOU BEST NOT COUNT ON THE BLACK VOTE TO PROPEL YOUR FAT BUTT INTO THE PRESIDENCY. IT WON'T HAPPEN!!!!

I HOPE HUCKABEE, ROMNEY OR JOHN McCAIN STOMPS YOUR FAT BUTT IN THE GENERAL ELECTION.
______

I agree with you, Freddie. I wouldn't vote for the other old womanizer, Rudy Giuliani, but I would vote for any other Republican to show the Democrats that my vote cannot be taken for granted. If they want to choose Hillarly, then their ship can sink with her.

JT   January 10th, 2008 12:26 am ET

The job of the president is not to "inspire Americans." It is to lead the country. I do not believe either Obama or Clinton have that ability. I'm not sure who does yet.

Mr Papa   January 10th, 2008 12:05 am ET

How about we just boo both of them… and really loudly…

frankrhone   January 10th, 2008 12:02 am ET

hillary is all plastic. When she says she cares about people, what she really means is, I pretend to care about people so that I can assume control of the country. She's always thought of herself as better than the rest of us and better in position to tell us how to run our lives. A socialist at heart, it wouldn't surprise me at all to see her set up reeducation camps for everyone who disagrees with her if she became president.

David   January 9th, 2008 11:41 pm ET

Did anyone notice that Hillary mentioned Barack last after her win in NH. Poor Hilalry, she'll do anything to stop voters. 1 month ago she was unbeatable in NH, prejected to win by a landslide. She's down 1

starknetblog   January 9th, 2008 11:40 pm ET

Language in these campaigns are important, but actions are what everyone sees first. I wish the news would show the records of all the candidates. In full view you would then see what each person might do if elected. But our media just keeps trying to create issues, like this one. Tonight the news is all about the "Black" vote vs. the "White" vote in South Carolina. This would not even be an issue if Obama was not black. Likewise during the Hillary rally in New Hampshire a protester yelled out to Hillary, "Iron my shirt." That person would have never yelled that at any male candidate. For the record I would love to have an African American President, or a Women, however after looking at their records I am still not convinced that either are properly qualified. However Hillary does have more going for here out of experience than does Obama. I on the other hand would not be upset if John McCain won the Presidential race. But then again he has more experience than does Hillary. That is after looking at their records.

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Stacey   January 9th, 2008 10:24 pm ET

Clinton supporters can boo all they want. They may think Obama can't be the president for change but i will tell them this "YES WE CAN".

People need to wake up. I'm sick and tired of us sitting around letting politicians have their way with us, we all have to wise up. The Clintons already serve two terms in the white house, voting for Hillary could bring about yet another term. A term of broken promises such as those she promised on healthcare in 1993. We have a long way to go to know who will be the next democratic nominee and i hope all of us are wise enough to know that the best person for president is Barack Obama. I feel in my heart of hearts that he will win. He will make a good president. He is optimistic, he is the one who will bring a new change, a change we can belive in. People look around and see what's going on in this nation, do you want a president who will unite us are a next president such as Bush. Do you want to change or do you want to go on with the same old things. Wake up America. VOTE OBAMA!!!!

Ann   January 9th, 2008 9:39 pm ET

Now there's class, how appropriate for street brawlers.

kobis2005   January 9th, 2008 8:48 pm ET

No matter who is the coming president the first thing that should be in your mind is what they can do for you. Establishment of the government by the people should benefit the people not themselves !!

Paul C, Palmetto Bay, FL   January 9th, 2008 8:27 pm ET

I cannot believe that CNN considers this news…
Talk about jumping on the anti-Hillary bandwagon….
Start reporting the news not trivia..

Mary   January 9th, 2008 8:18 pm ET

Scott Ritter US/UN head inspector comes out public in 2002 before the war and states that there is no weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. So checking Senator Clinton's experience and records, she voted Yea for the war in Iraq and helped get us in this mess, and some are naive enough to think she is the right person who is going to get us out of this war. WAKE UP AMERICA.

Plain Truth   January 9th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

Do you think that Obama, Clinton or any of the Democrats will help the illegal immigrant situation or strengthen our Nation? The following Senators voted against making English the official language of America:

Akaka (D-HI), Bayh (D-IN), BIDEN (D-DE) Wants to be President?, Bingaman (D-NM), Boxer (D-CA), Cantwell (D-WA), CLINTON (D-NY) Wants to be President?, Dayton (D-MN), DODD (D-MN) wants to be president, Domenici (R-NM) A coward. Protecting his senate seat, Durbin (D-IL), Feingold (D-IN), Feinstein (D-CA), Harkin (D-IA), Inouye (D-HI), Jeffords (I-VT), Kennedy (D-MA), KERRY (D-MA) wanted to be president, Kohl (D-WI)), Lautenberg (D-NJ), Leahy (D-VT), Levin (D-MI), LIEBERMAN (D-CT) Disappointment here….., Menendez (D-NJ), Mikulski (D-MD), Murray (D-WA), OBAMA (D-IL) Wants to be President?, Reed (D-RI), Reid (D-NV) Senate Majority Leader, As Lazar (D-CO), Sarbanes (D-MD), Schumer (D-NY), Stabenow (D-M

"Congressmen who willfully take actions during wartime that damage
morale, and undermine the military are saboteurs and should be arrested,
exiled or hanged!!!"

President Abraham Lincoln (R-IL)

Bernal   January 9th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

CNN,
What I REALLY need is an in-depth special report (preferably a 3-part series) on the latest ZOO TIGER attacks across America. Get Anderson's "Keeping them honest" team on it (the tigers are obviously keeping something from us), and maybe Amanpour can report on location in Africa or India or wherever the tigers come from. Sanjay can explain to us why exactly it is that it is hazardous to a human being's health to be attacked by a tiger. Do not forget to include a clip from that entire week last year where you reported nothing other than some guy got bit by a cougar since it's human/feline confrontation related. You can follow it up with Lou Dobbs lamenting that, alas, they are not eating all illegal immigrants.

THEN you can report on the next most important story in the universe, the booing of a TV screen by Hillary Clinton supporters after her rival said he'd be the next president of the United States.

Bobbie   January 9th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

I received no answer to my questions I asked previously. When did Obama attack Clinton in the NH democratic debates and how many other candidate's spouses received as much airtime and attention as Bill Clinton? I would seriously like some perspective on this. TIA

yadayadamedia   January 9th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

Anyone smart enough to actually be a good president is too smart to want the job. I guess the same goes for the supporters who work for the hopeful presidental aspirants.

Eric, from THE Republic of Texas   January 9th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

So are we certain that it was truly the Clinton supporters "booing" Obama? Or was it Hillary herself "boo-hoo-ing?"

A.K.   January 9th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

I hope African Americans can see just how little the Democrats value them. I remember a few years back when an African American was in line to be the head of the Florida Democratic Party, he was passed over for a white man. Fortunately, Governor Jeb Bush stepped in and offered the gentleman a place in the Republican Party which he accepted.

Come on Republicans, here is your chance.

AZ for Obama   January 9th, 2008 5:36 pm ET

If Hillary's negatives are already at 48%, and that percentage holds among voters in the general election, then it is safe to assume that even after a perfectly run campaign she would strugggle to win 52% of the popular vote. It's hard to be a leader on "day one" when you already have almost half of the United States committed in their position against you.

And no one has been talking about what is likely to happen should Hillary actually be elected President: loss of democratic control in BOTH houses of Congress. She will ship so many anti-Hillary voters to the polls that, in states where she will easily win in a general election (like New Jersey or Michigan), the voters who want to bring her down will elect Republican representatives and senators to Congress. Then we have at least two more years of the toxic, divisive, partisan bickoring and name calling and nothing will get done.

Call me crazy, but that's not changing anything in Washington.

We need a leader who transcends boundaries between race, gender, age, and most importantly, party affiliation. A leader who can rally up even those who don't shre his values but trust his judgment. That leader is Barack Obama.

Guy   January 9th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

I guess the New Hampshireners aren't used to an intelligent, articulate, smart, honest, inspiring Black American. How pathetic. This man is has something that Hillary does not have. She is cold and extremely mean spirited. When her name is mentioned, many people cringe. She is not a uniter. She won't reach across the aisle. I watched Obama speech and it was clear that HIS supporters clapped for Clinton when he requested them to. There was no booing like the Clinton supporters. They can't even be gracious in victory. I am stunned that the Clintons, who were of very favorably by the Black community, would have so many supporters that refer to Barack Obama as a Black "kid" and my favorite, "Snoop dog will be the Security of state if Obama is elected." Wow. How classy Clinton supporters. Barack, I am behind you. You represent a potential fundamential shift in the way politicians can be viewed in this country. I will support you. I WILL NOT SUPPORT HILLARY CLINTON.

Middle America   January 9th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Don't worry all you Hillary lovers, if Barack don't win the nomination Hillary surely will not win the election because most DEMS will not vote for her. So we get another Republican…what do you think about that. Let's hope we get a good Republican as President this time!!!!

Bryan   January 9th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

This petulance seems to typify the Clinton campaign. The presidency is not a birthright, not an inheritance. The presidency belongs to the best leader for our nation. A leader whose closest followers would jeer at a fellow party leader are simply too partisan and too petulant to be acceptable to me. Why continue the politics of diversion and partisanship?

Joelene Reno, Nevada   January 9th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

All you folks that are falling for the Obama hype were probably not old enough to know the economic reality during Bill Clinton's Presidency.

Know your facts before you let your fingers do your uninformed hate mongering.

I want someone who actually does make change, not someone who PROSELYTIZES about changes they will make on a national level when in actuality Obama's tenure in the Illinois State Legislature was quite 'UNREMARKABLE'.

Charm and personality are great attributes, and Obama SEEMS so have both, but I'm not voting for someone to charm me or impress me with their wishful rhetoric.

I will be voting for someone who has ALWAYS been an active advocate for women and children's rights, and indeed equal rights for all people, nationally and internationally.

Hillary Rodham Clinton has been an ambasador (as First Lady) to over 80 countries. She has met the leaders of those countries and fosters good relationships with them today.

I will be voting for someone who knows my RETIREMENT PENSION is tanking, concurrent with our economy. Hillary Rodham Clinton is the candidate that can, and will, change the course of the GEORGE BUSH INDUCED RECESSION by aggressivly persuing renewable energy sources and technologies.

Hillary will facilitate an American resurgance in the fields of science, technology, innovation and motivation.

I will be voting for someone who will RESPONSIBLY deal with Iraq by bringing our troops home with dignity, giving them the respect, care and treatment they've earned.

AS A LIFELONG DEMOCRAT, I WANT HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON AS MY PRESIDENT.

After watching the NH Primary I concluded that if my party does not act responsibly in choosing the next leader of the free world, I will indeed wish for a John McCain victory.

I WILL VOTE FOR A REPUBLICAN WITH EXPERIENCE BEFORE I WILL VOTE FOR A DEMOCRAT WITH NONE!

BigOldDaddy   January 9th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Great article in Dec 2007 issue of The Atlantic. Gives a thoughtful look at some of the real differences between Obama and others, especially Clinton. Read it and add more substance to the conversations!

bruce patras   January 9th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

seeing hrc lose it at such a early time in the race shows me she will do anything
say anything
to win .
even further dividing our nation .
to hrc its all about her all the time .
barak says change and presto she's for change
edwards says personal presto hrc is personal.

and they both got the same amount of delegates

i would love a
barak/edwards ticket
or barak/bloomberg ticket

peace

Benny   January 9th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

Hillary winning yesterday restored my faith in humanity. The publicity by CNN and newspapers I found so underhanded I was disgusted. All I could think about was how obviously the media was trying to destroy her.and I am astounded by her courage. I am a canadian and I have never seen such dirty politics. Are you all women haters,afraid a women might make a great president? At first I thought Obama had something and then I realized he was saying nothing in perticular ,I find it a bit frightning that people can be led so easily. Can Oprah Winfrey buy the president of the USA.? That's scarey….

tim   January 9th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

This post is entirely ridiculous. If any of you actually WATCHED this tape, you would notice that the hillary supporters were not booing at barack's policy, they were booing at the point in his videorecorded speech when he said "when i am president." Who wouldn't boo at that? Secondly, the fact that hillary showed a little emotion the night before the primary has very little to do with her victory. considering when it happened, most voters in new hampshire (my home state) did not see the tape before voting. grow some balls and stop complaining and making excuses for barack's loss. he is a less experienced candidate who doesn't have any original campaign ideas. a fresh, original candidate? hardly. being a good speaker does NOT in any way qualify somebody to be a leader. Napoleon was a good speaker. Hitler was a great speaker. and we all know how terribly those both turned out.

RuthieM   January 9th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

They're just like their leader, classless and leaderless.

Tom   January 9th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

I think we know not to expect much from Mrs. William J. Clinton, but that bag of wind Obama is really irritating with his little empty catch phrases and his speaches filled with words too big for him to understand like 'hope', he hopes no one will realize he's the flavour of the week. Billary will probably win, but if she does anything as weak as crying on the world stage because she's 'perceivably' behind in a race again, she could push Edwards to the front of the race. Watch out, this will be fun!

Rebecca   January 9th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Won't someone please investigate how the Clintons can win an election that seems impossible for them to win?!! And they always accuse the Republicans of stealing elections.

Znaqvi   January 9th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

I agree the Clinton had luck and won in NH. As far as Obama getting booed I think it will happen to everyone.

John, NC   January 9th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

THE "OBAMA CULT" IS DISSIPATING!

Now that Obama is being scrutinized, his emotion-whipping, "oozzy-foozy" message is beginning to FIZZLE OUT. This stuff doesn't last.

Obama's run reminds me somewhat of Jesse Jackson's run in 1988. You may have all the FLOWERY talk and speeches, but when push comes to shove you'll have to back it with substance. Obama is lacking in that department.

Sorry folks, but his talk of "uniting us all – black and white, etc." is hollow. Where is the beef? What proposals does he have for that?

His Healthcare plan is what even gets me! It's nowhere comprehensive coverage. It's REPUBLICAN+PLUS. Same old "band-aid on a big wound". Hillary's plan is the real deal.

EVERYBODY (EXCEPT THE SEVERELY DISABLED, NON-WORKING, ETC.) PAYS THEIR FAIR SHARE BASED UPON THEIR INCOME.

That is RESPONSIBLE, no senseless govt. handout for lazy folks. Pay your fair share, feel entitled and empowered.

Go TEAM HILLARY !!!

DownSouth   January 9th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

ANYONE BUT HILLARY!!! NO one will be as divisive as Hillary. She will be BAD for the country. Look at the comments on this board. She will rip this country to shreds.

JTP   January 9th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

You're kidding!
Mean spirited comments about Obama from the Clinton campaign?
I don't believe it!
(Is the sarcasm palpable enough?)

Bobbie Campbell   January 9th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

One more question.
Can anyone cite examples of any other candidate's spouse being given all the airtime that Hillary Clinton's spouse was? TIA

NotMatt   January 9th, 2008 2:51 pm ET

When this is all over, Clinton supporters will look back and say they either crushed their competition or were robbed of their deserved victory.
Obama supporters will look back and say that for a fleeting moment we believed in something bigger than ourselves, that we felt what our grandparents must have felt when they voted for FDR or our parents when they supported Bobby Kennedy.
There is no loss to be had by supporting Barack Obama because even if we don't make it to the white house, he taught us that we are out there, that we do believe in things other than money and power and that together we can defeat any foe and accomplish any task.
I'd rather fight for what I believe in and lose than win by never believing in anything at all.

CL   January 9th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

I agree with Juliet….I think if we continue to pit these two against each other to the "nth" degree like we are and stay sooooo freaking divided….we might be looking and President McCain or President Huckabee in Nov…..YUK!

Bobbie Campbell   January 9th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Can all of the Clinton lovers on this board point out exactly WHEN Obama attacked Hillary Clinton in their debate? TIA

YU   January 9th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

CNN= Bias!!

Ed   January 9th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

WHAT? Hillary doesn't like the war? She voted for it…. Obama didn't. How is that for TRULY standing up and being counted.

n   January 9th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

I think im going to move to europe after this election….
Too much fighting!

enoch needles, jersey city nj   January 9th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

typical of the "win at all costs" attitude of the clinton machine. nothing new here.

CTYANKEE   January 9th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

P.S. This is like CNN and others reporting that the Clintonites had trashed the White House (removed the 'W' key, etc.) on their way out and then the stories turned out to be totally, completely, utterly false!

CTYANKEE   January 9th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

Don't you think people at all the rallies would cheer for their candidates and boo their opponents. Come on, this is total silliness.

Psst…there were a few people booing!!!

Holy cow…. is this the first grade!?!??

Juliet   January 9th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Didn't anyone notice when Obama congratulated Hillary Clinton on her win, a lot of people in his camp booed. Come on people, Obama and Hillary are not the enemy. We are playing right into the Republican hand!

Anonymous   January 9th, 2008 2:11 pm ET

It's not Hillary's fault that her supporters booed. If she had been in the room at the time, she might have quieted the rude reaction of her supporters, much like Obama shushed his supporters when they were in a screaming match with pro-lifers in Iowa. But overall, this isn't news–booing when you're emotionally charged is a pretty basic human reaction.

andy   January 9th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Barack has no one to blame but himself for this loss. Even though he was attracting a number of potential voters to his rallies, he kept giving the same speeches. I watched 4 different events in New Hamshire where I heard 4 similar speeches. Senator Clinton did more to relate her ideas for fixing this country. I am almost glad to see him lose, even though I am supporting him, so that we can see how much of a fight he has in him to win this nomination.

Jake, California   January 9th, 2008 2:07 pm ET

I project that Hillary Clinton can never become president of the United States, she may only win a few states.

1. She boasts of experience but plants questions so that she gives calculated answers
2. She cries for votes when she's not getting them
3. 50% or more of the country already hates her to start with..could get bigger with time
4. she has a promiscuous husband who is also notorious at lying and twisting information.

Wait….is she going to sit on round table with Al Queada and leaders of the Middle East and say if you don't become friends of America I'll cry right now?

That's really going to work…
Let her just enjoy these few moments which will encourage her to spend more wasteful money on her bogus campaign. In the end she'll be crying even harder.

tim   January 9th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

What's the debate, illogical emotion is the winner. All are establishement candidates. All are empty vessels. The candidate who suckers the most voters in the largest delegate states is the winner and you get a 3rd class ticket on the largest empy vessel in U.S history.

Stop me….. I'm way too sunny and optimistic.
Excuse me ….. while I well up inside.

Ralph Nader rules!!!!

Tim……
Connecticut

andy, san jose, ca   January 9th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

I can't wait for the CA primary to give Hillary another victory.

Claude   January 9th, 2008 1:55 pm ET

I am a registered AA Democrat. If Clinton gets the nomination, I'm voting Republican. Anyone but Clinton.

Patricia   January 9th, 2008 1:55 pm ET

What was so wrong in what he said ?
I don't understand why everyone is getting on bills case for speaking the truth ? Get real people the person that is elected as President has got their hands full this country is in a mess and it's all about who can do the job . Im not so sure that Obama can do it. This man talks and talks about change but yet he has done nothing in his past that shows me any change. We really need to think about where this country is headed. People can not even afford to buy oil to heat their homes make their house payments because People are losing their jobs .I heard on TV today where people are letting their phones and cable TV go because they can not afford them. This country can not go on with talk the talk and walk the walk person as we had in Bush when he was campaigning. Obama is doing just like Bush did . Lets hear what he is going to work on changing.

Rita   January 9th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

I am of HRC's generation and I want a woman president. She feels she should be elected because of who she is, not what she has done. It isn't like Obama has experience either. This is a fight to the finish and both of them had better deal with issues. No more fake tears. We are not fools. Tell us what you are going to do, exactly. Don't give us pie and in the sky speeches. Anybody can talk, few can deliver…..without excuses.

danielo   January 9th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

Common Sense!!

Tell me how BUSH-CLINTON-CLINTON-BUSH-BUSH–CLINTON-CLINTON = CHANGE.
Ever heard of musical chairs?

GOBAMA!!

JC: Paupers to Kings   January 9th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

35 years and we're still in the same akward, barely paritsan to any 21st century ideaologies. What can Hitler-y Change? Nothing. If she becomes anything it will be a foot rest for Rudy Gulianni.

Anonymous   January 9th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

Obama supporters, instead of going off on Hillary, have Obama tell us the changes he is going to make. We can do it doesn't tell us what we can do. Remember that he wouldn't be sworn into the Senate with his hand on the Bible.

Jin Rei   January 9th, 2008 1:50 pm ET

I hope someone digs the dirt from this Obama guy.
He is not clean. You can see it in his face.
Besides, putting a black guy in the oval office is not the American way.

ron   January 9th, 2008 1:48 pm ET

It's a shame… I traditionally vote democrat since the GOP is… well, the GOP. Not much more to say there as its all been said b4. But I just can't see myself ever voting for HRC as president. I never thought I would vote GOP for the president, but if the alternative is voting for a sham crying, back stabbing candidate like HRC, well screw it. The country is better of with McCain.

Bob   January 9th, 2008 1:47 pm ET

Hillary winning the Dem nomination would be the best thing that every happened to the Republican party.

alpy   January 9th, 2008 1:47 pm ET

will Hillary cry again ?

artseafartsea   January 9th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

I was against Hillary for a long time but when I see the forces at work to denigrate, chastise, and generally cast their mean spirited comments (especially the commentators (like Chris Matthews on KNBC) AGAINST HILLARY AND TRY TO CROWN OBAMA AS KING even before he has answered some hard questions and given his position on the state of the country and what he will do about it; I have decided I want a woman in the White House more than a young, untried upstart like Obama. Shades of George Bush. He gives a good speech and that's pretty much all I have seen of him. Oh and yeah the kids like him. Good for them.

Barrister4Hillary   January 9th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

Why not?

Obama supporters booed Hillary last Saturday night at the 100 event in NH. Obama supporters, staff and volunteers have shown that they won't hesitate to play dirty or bend the rules…and for what? "Change"

The media continues, even in Hillary's victory to try to manufacture BS "news" stories to cast Hillary in a negative light. Why? Because America wants Hillary, and the media is afraid of an American public that makes its OWN decisions and choices.

Winfield G. James   January 9th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

It is amazing what some adults fall for in politics. It must be obvious to more than me that the "Iron my shirt" stunt at the Hilary gathering with some women was orchestrated, calculated and developed for the media by the Bill Clinton Political Machinery in a successful attempt to manipulate the female vote on voting day. How else would a washed up politician like Clinton get 57% of the female vote in New Hampshire! Hilary Clinton could only win the Democratic nomination if the majority of us is still in this Day and Age not comfortable with such an intelligent American for no credible or sensible reason. Barack Obama is the best thing that could happen to our beautifully Country in the past 100 years. Let us show the World that we really deserve for them to treat us with more respect. If we do not wake up and smell the coffee for full inclusion of all our citizens as equals, it will only be a matter of short time before China replaces our influences from across Asia to Africa and South America. Where will we get our vitally needed resources when more and more Countries tell us to go to Hell? How can we as a people, one people, pay any credence to Bill Clinton saying that Obama is a "fairytale"?

DS   January 9th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

We do NOT need a BIG BOY but a leader. We are not palying DS or ipop here. When young people just out of school and got a job, you may know same skills but not a lot. Country is not a lab! You not say: oh game is over and try again. What he tolds people and I can say it too and may even better. SO what! He and opera are one playing color card now and not everbady in this conutry. We are looking a person who has the skills to run this conutry and not a talk show in TV or play DS games.

saintholyman   January 9th, 2008 1:41 pm ET

clintons = dirty politics know i know why nothing gets done in washinton

DOMINGO   January 9th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Must be tough for Obama to be running against both Hillary and Bill. Talk about double-teaming. I doubt that Hillary would have gotten this far if she were running on her own. These guys need to make up their mind who the real candidate is…is it Hillary or is it Bill? I voted for Bill before and I would vote for him in an instant if he were the candidate. I'm sure a lot of other people would too. I actually believe its time the USA had a female president. The males have really made a mess of our country. I just don't think Hillary is the one. So if I can't vote for the first female I will vote for the first black. Obama just inspires me. He will be back and he will win.

Gail   January 9th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

It's funny how people are piling onto Clinton about crying (I didn't see tears, but I did see emotions). I wonder what card Obama would pull out if he was faced with the same type of treatment that Clinton has had to endure. No one else on this campaign has been treated so viciously for no reason other than it's easy to beat up on a woman. Just read the previous comments. Women and gays are the last groups left to demonize and I think that's why she mentions her gender. Having said that, I will vote for ANYBODY but a republican when the presidential elections come up, just so that we can have a better country, whether it's Obama, Edwards or Clinton.

Jeff   January 9th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

Long story short…

Mr. Obama is a charming, carismatic and educated man. However, he too, is a politician just like all the rest of them. All of these contenders want to win and do go through a lot of BS for this position. None of them are perfect but everyone has to remember that they all are human too. People make mistakes and hopefully learn from them.

I think that the country will be best served with Hillary Clinton in office. She has plenty more experience than Obama plus she has already seen that side of politics. Also, the country is basically getting two presidents for the price of one. No one can say that like the Clintons. Hate her or love her, with Hillary and Bill in the White House, it will help.

BTW…In regards to someone saying that McCain and Clinton did not speak from the heart and used teleprompters….If you were watching FOX last night they mentioned that Obama was reading his speech from one too.

Schven   January 9th, 2008 1:25 pm ET

Sometime I wonder if people spew out information just because it sounds nice… a few people quoting exit polls saying HRC is "not pulling independent voter". What exit polls are you looking at exactly?

The exit polls on this site show HRC pulling 31% of the indepedents… yes Obama is pulling 41%, but how exactly is that 31% meaningless?

AND those who view John Edwards favorably split their votes almost evenly (RHCs 31% to Obamas 33%);

So I'm not exactly sure what polls people are looking at or quoting… maybe it's just wishful thinking but to claim HRC is not pulling an independent vote; but it's nonsense… the independents she DID pull in NH could be viewed as the reason WHY she ended up winning, and NH has a particularly large number of independents as compared to the rest of the country.

Also, the exit polls show for NH, that among DEMs she had an 11pt lead over Obama.

mark   January 9th, 2008 1:24 pm ET

the first thing hilary would do as president
hire all male interns and staff to keep bill in line

Rich   January 9th, 2008 1:23 pm ET

I'm sure you will find this type of reaction evident at any of the campaign headquarters, both Democrat and Republican. I don't understand why Hillary Clinton is singled out?

pam Eugene OR   January 9th, 2008 1:19 pm ET

I am voting for Obama because Clinton is as Corrupt and Slimy as they come. Before you say…yes I meant to capitalize the words.

italian citizen   January 9th, 2008 1:17 pm ET

I am a part of the world av3 mentioned. I think that a good change in USA will be a good change in the world, so I'm an Obama-supporter. GO, OBAMA!!!!!! and get us out of this HELL

still deciding...   January 9th, 2008 1:10 pm ET

i do like obama, he evokes promise and a new day, but such idealism and freshness can often cause one to be blind to the reality of one's situation. and for someone in the role of president would be bad.

i am a registered democrat and i still don't know who i'm voting for. the cynical part of me believes that either way, it's going to be all the same anyway and that this election is more about who gets their name in the guinness book of world records–a woman or a black man?

Karen   January 9th, 2008 1:10 pm ET

The sun went down last night and came up this morning. Furthermore, I went to bed and got up.

Main stream media got slapped down by the voters but still refuses to cover the ISSUES. The media is a clueless as the govt. The people are looking for solutions not to have corporations (media falls into this category) and politicians to COMPROMISE away their future and country.

Why does media spout "the people are tired of bickering, they want something done.' We see what they do when they COMPROMISE. They screw us. We don't want COMPROMISE. We want them to represent the people.

Be quiet CNN or get to the issues if you want to be part of legitimate discourse.

Schven   January 9th, 2008 1:08 pm ET

Question…

Are the Obama supporters who boo-ed HRC at the NH dinner…

are they lacking in class?
are they trashy?
do they represent "the kind of people voting for him"?

or is this just a one-way hypocritical street?

Man In LA   January 9th, 2008 1:07 pm ET

Folks, I would be very careful here. The bottom line is that both the Obama and Clinton camps need each other to win the election in November, which is the end goal. I really can’t believe the amount of mudslinging that is going on here. I’m middle-class and African-American – ultimately, my life won’t drastically be affected by whomever win the Democratic nomination, and even the presidency. I have weathered Bush just fine. If I feel like there is too much mudslinging, and or dishonestly by any Democratic candidate, I and many people just like me will simply sit out the election. What do you think happens then?

MORRIS   January 9th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

Where was Hillary moment of weakness when Bill did not have sexual relation with that woman? That was the performance of the year give her an Oscar.

Ralph   January 9th, 2008 1:02 pm ET

Why do people keep bringing up "class"? This is politics in America, down and dirty, rough and tumble. If you can't take it, you are in the wrong business, or you work for the Obama campaign. Let's do this thing, and break some stuff. That's how you get elected in this country. Whoever created this pretend world of warm and fuzzy politics should go work for Sesame Street.

By the way, the first change that Obama needs to make in America is his name. Apparently everyone is terrified to use his middle name for some reason. It appears he is embarassed of it.

matchu   January 9th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

Its fine. Not enough tears in the world will help her swim her way to the White House.

Shane, rockville maryland   January 9th, 2008 12:59 pm ET

Listen you guys talk about a president bringing ordinary citizens together? When will you meet him(OBAMA) with your neighbor that doesnt like you because of your color. Is he gonna sit down and mitigate their greivance with you? WAKE UP people….Unity comes from the people not the president!

larry   January 9th, 2008 12:58 pm ET

Things were different in Iowa… there was no hiding behind curtains. The overwhelming statement made last night in New Hampshire was, when given the cover of anonymity, the people voted for a white woman instead of the Black man they said they would vote for. Are you proud of that, Hillary? Are you proud of that, Democrats? Are we all proud of that? Well… are we?

Newcomer   January 9th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

We saw another Bush presidency after the previous Bush in the white house for 12 years! Let us break the cycle! It is time for new face, let us avoid another Clinton by voting for Obama or Edwards. America has enormous resources when it comes to politics, many of whom could be effective presidents and a lot of them unkwnowns and ordinaries. Let we the people give the chance for those to lead this extraordinary land!!

JC: Paupers to Kings   January 9th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

Yes We Can….Change-minded people remind yourselves of the problems and the solutions of the past. If the problems were too hard for the Left, their solution was to blame the Right. And when the problems were too complicated for the Right, their solution was to blame the Left.

The ten percent that run our country want us to beleive we only have two options to be governed by in this world where freedom and opportunity are paramount to aggitation, name-calling and banalities. What a gross representation it would be to ourselves if we are left to believe this, right?

Barrack Obama, is a uniting force. There is no denying him that. I think the true test is what each individual candidate has done in their personal lives to make change. Not what they have seen some one do, while they were married to them.

To you other-canidate-supporters: Fear is not in you, only representing you. To you church-goers, Be not Afraid, only believe….in Change….because, Yes We Can. And Yes We Will.

Obama '08

P.S. No comments needed just think about who you are and how you will adjust to change.

glory cartier   January 9th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

seeing bill and hillary clinton in the White House for another four years is scary to me. her tears won't matter in Ohio, men here think she is a stude-dud. I would rather see anyone in the White House but her and her dumb-women-chasing-no moral-husband. these two think they own DC

Pat   January 9th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

If you like where the country is i.e men and women dying in a war they should not be in, $3.00 a gallon gas and still climbing, more and more people becoming homeless because of the housing situation, the folks in Katrina in year 3 still homeless all of this while we continue to shell out millions and billions of dollars to countries that would rather fight than fight to improve the wealth they have.

Vote for Obama, we need change NOW…

Nancy   January 9th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

Very ill-mannered, since Senator Obama asked for a round of applause for Hillary Clinton in his speech.

It just shows that Obama is right that we need a different kind of politics in Washington.

AFRIKA   January 9th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

BARACK, YOU ARE A TRUE BORN LEADER DO NOT LET PEOPLE CRASH YOU. CNN IS SO PATHETIC TO EVEN COVER A STORY LIKE THAT, THEY MUST HAVE RAN OUT OF STORIES AND COVERAGE.
MR BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT

sly   January 9th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

Aww….stand up and be a big boy Obama. Hillary stood tough ground when you and Edwards ganged up on her during the debate and now your shedding tears over being boo'd? I really feel bad for you…lol

Go Hillary ^^

Richard   January 9th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

By the way, booing at a sporting event is COMPLETELY different than booing at a political rally….it sends a wrong and negative message from that group. I dont care who it is.

Phil   January 9th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

Okay, Barack Obama came in first in Iowa and a very close second in New Hampshire. Now, it is time to talk about the people that put Barack Obama there – the independent voters. The candidate in the general election in November will need more than just Democrats to vote for them. They'll need Democrats, Independents and even Republicans. Hillary Clinton is not going to pull in any Republicans, and as the exit poll data has been showing, she is not pulling in Independent voters. It is a matter of electability for Clinton. Barack Obama must make this one of his talking points and maybe even a TV ad to get this point across. What good is all that experience she has when she is not going to win the White House?!

Myron   January 9th, 2008 12:45 pm ET

Im stunned by her victory, but anybody could see the difference of quality in the victory speeches. Clinton is an old cod, she is establishment – Obama is the wave of the future, people. I honestly think Obama will dominate SC. btw, her supporters that booed Obama, are trash.

Clinton R.   January 9th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

Hillary will win, and the Obama lovers are all scared………they freakin should be!!!

Clinton

AFRIKA   January 9th, 2008 12:43 pm ET

MR OBAMA IS DOING A FANTASTIC JOB, REGARDLESS OF THE BOOING AND WHATNOTS, HE IS STILL THE BEST CANDITATE RUNNING, I MEAN I LOVE HILLARY BUT SHE HAS BEEN IN OFFICE BEFORE, DURING CLINTON ERA SHE RAN THE COUNTRY FOR 8 YRS. I THINK OBAMA IS VARSATILE, VERY INTELLIGENT AND YOUNG AT THE THE SAME. HE IS READY FOR OFFICE AND WE ALL CAN AGREE ON THAT. THIS IS A MAN WHO DOES NOT READ ANY SPEACH PREWRITTEN FOR HIM, BUT FROM HIS HEART AND WOUD DELIVER IT AT ANY GIVEN TIME!! OBAMA KABISA!!!!! HE HAS KENYAN TIES AND HE UNDERSTANDS WHAT KABISA MEAN!!! OBAMA NDINYE KIBOKO.

jude   January 9th, 2008 12:43 pm ET

Toni don't be so naive. Clinton and McCain may have been reading from a paper speech however, Obama was reading from a telepromter. Good heavens there are more pressing issues to think about.

Maurice - California   January 9th, 2008 12:40 pm ET

I'm not sure why it's considered a "come back" if Hillary has been the front runner for the last year and a half. The Obama campaign is run with class and a positive message. Then you have the Clintons coming in with the same old negative attacks from Bill. "False hope, dreaming" was part of a personal attack on Obama…..well, I happen to believe in Obama's message more now then ever before. I have spent the last 16 years being a strong Clinton supporter and now see them in a different light. The negative stuff from the Clinton side comes out against a positive light of the Obama campaign. I Hope Obama does win…….he's at least won me over from the Clintons. Here is my dream ticket…..Obama/Edwards 2008 and afterwards. Send your support now.

Kevin c   January 9th, 2008 12:39 pm ET

Oh yeah and Obama congratulated Hillary on her win and there were NO BOO's and even a mild applause! He is a uniting force and is very genuine.

Hillary's supporters reflect the divisive mood in her camp rooting from those old ways of politiking.

Schven   January 9th, 2008 12:37 pm ET

nit picking about boos and "fake" tears sound like sore-loser speak to me. If that's the best you can do, that truly is sad. If people thought the tears were fake and the whole thing feigned, I am sure that would have majorly hurt HRC results. Why do I think its the Obama supporters who make this claim???

I like both Obama and Hillary… but the truth is I don't think America will elect a black president just yet… which is sad but true.

In my state of NY, I dont think either a black man or a white woman matters to us, we're very "BLUE-STATE" here and not as intolerant as other states are (well in terms of race and sex anyway)… but overall nationally, I would put my bets on the electability of a woman president over a black one.

George, Miami, FL   January 9th, 2008 12:37 pm ET

The Clintons are mean. Nasty. Their hearts are cold. Their marriage is dead. Obama is innocent. When Bill called Obama a fairy tale he might have been talking about his marriage. No chance of Hillary getting AIDS from Bill, though, as I am sure they sleep apart, why would Hillary want to get sick from a womanizer like Bill?

And, the Cilntons are richer and more Republican than half the Republicans. They are really Republicans that say they are Democrats. We had 8 years of Clintons and the poor were just as not covered medically.

Wall Street loves the Clintons.

Shirley   January 9th, 2008 12:36 pm ET

What would you expect – a standing ovation for Obama? Also, regarding Clinton's emotional, teary-eyed response recently, I really think she was playing the gender card (which she recently denied during a debate). And, I am sorry to say I believe that so many women (who did not have backbone) fell for this "act" and voted for her. Clinton previously indicated she was as tough as any man in the running. But, afterall, she acts like she can't stand the heat. SO, SHE SHOULD GET OUT OF THE KITCHEN!

Kevin c   January 9th, 2008 12:36 pm ET

I am sorry but Hillary showed her phoniness with that whole emotional speech she put on before the NH vote. That was PATHETIC! I couldn't believe how low she was willing to go to actually come close to a break-down about how hard it was! Uhh, if it were easy, everyone would do it!

She is supposed to be the experienced politician?? When has she EVER shown a slight bit of emotion? As soon as her camp heard she lost Iowa because she wasn't speaking to the people, she staged that speech! I was in between until I saw that.

I don't want my next PRESIDENT to have an emotional breakdown when the going gets tough! Come on!

Jay Graham, Dallas, TX   January 9th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

This is a useless news. Whats the big deal when Hillary supporters booing Obama or Obama supporters not clapping for Hillary's win? Hillary or Obama-we need a democrat in the white house to end republican tyranny. Let people decide who is the most suitable democrat. Everything is fare in politics.

gw   January 9th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

I am sorry , everyone is entitled to their opinion and how they express it. We all like our own candiates for our own reasons.
Acting out may be wrong but read some of these emails. I dont trust Obama he is to young and I believe that experience is important at this time. I mean look at the way other countries look at us. We are hated everywhere. What is Obama going to do invite country leaders to fire side dinners and discuss differences. I thought his suggestion to get together with those world leaders without any experience in these matters or in how to deal with them is not a "good thing"! Let face it most of the emails here are MEN who are obviously threatened by the fact that a women is running for president. Clinton can run with the men and keep up too. Look at her stand up there at debates and fight for what she believes. What better change then to put a women in the Whitehouse. Women run the house hold raise the children and have raised previous men who have served as presidents. THIS IS CHANGE.

Susan   January 9th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

Very disappointing. When the leadership race is over, the Clintons will have given a lot of ammunition to the Republicans. Not impressed with her overall.

Catlover   January 9th, 2008 12:33 pm ET

And this is news why? I'm sure Obama supporters boo Hillary at times. As far as those who say HC's tears were fake I might say that being a yeller does not make one a great orator. Obama needs to be scrutinized more on the issues which to this day he has not been. He has been very vague on issues and takes an arrogant tone during the debates. Yes experience does count.

Matthew   January 9th, 2008 12:30 pm ET

Who cares? CNN is pro Obama, and all you mindless lemmings that think he is better suited for the job than Hillary need to get a reality check. And if you think his speech was off the cuff, you are just as pathetic as all his other mindless supporters.

av3   January 9th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

the clintons are offering the same old politics, and people are gobbling it up.

divisive. red vs. blue. men vs. women. old vs. young. "established" vs. "change".

and yes it is "the clintons", not just hillary. bill gets just as much media attention as her.

this type of politics is what disgusts people and turns them away from casting their vote.

CHANGE IS HAVING RECORD VOTING TURNOUTS. CHANGE IS COMMANDING FAIRLY CIVIL CAMPAIGNING FROM AN ENTIRE PARTY (until recently). CHANGE IS HAVING YOUNG VOTERS CARING ABOUT AN ELECTION. CHANGE IS TAKING MONEY FROM INDIVIDUALS, NOT SPECIAL INTERESTS AND LOBBYISTS. CHANGE IS BEING THE ONLY CANDIDATE (besides ron paul) HAVING A CONSISTENT MESSAGE THROUGHOUT AN ENTIRE CAMPAIGN. CHANGE IS HAVING DEMOCRATS, INDEPENDENTS AND A FEW REPUBLICANS CHAMPIONING YOUR CAUSE. CHANGE IS HAVING THE ENTIRE WORLD EYEING AN AMERICAN ELECTION, EAGER, NOT WORRIED, ABOUT THE OUTCOME. CHANGE IS HAVING HOPE, NOT FEAR.

how can people not see the change that Barack Obama has already brought to this election?

Joseph McLaughlin   January 9th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

Sasha Johnson has come up with another of her 'sensational' non-stories. Where do you find these people?!

Alonzo USMC(ret)   January 9th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

BLANCHE – January 9, 2008 12:00 am ET

Why don't the candidates speak about more important issues such as why the U.S. still holds a colony that maintains more than 4,000,000 (million) U.S. citizens without a right to elect their President and voting-representatives in Congress.

WHAT GIVES Hillary and Obama, what do you have to say about what the Puerto Rican Independence Party says about this?

Will Puerto Rico some day be able to vote for the government that holds ultimate sovereignty over its destiny?

IN ANSWER TO THIS QUESTION – WHEN PUERTO RICO FINALLY VOTES TO BECOME A STATE, WHICH IT HAS REFUSED TO DO MULTIPLE TIMES, THEN AND ONLY THEN WILL THEY BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ELECTING OFFICIALS OF THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. A RIGHT THAT EVERY AMERICAN SHARES.

Susan in Texas   January 9th, 2008 12:24 pm ET

Hillary wins a primary in a state where she has invested years and millions and for which she had double-digit leads for months prior to the Iowa caucus — and we're supposed to think she's got some mojo goin' on? Hillary is finished; she just doesn't know it. The only two reasons she "won" the raw vote in New Hampshire is because (1) the hypocrites in New Hampshire failed to back up their "liberal" leanings when they got behind the curtain in the voting booth and (2) the Clinton operatives managed to get the absentee balloting machine going long before the Iowa caucus results. If you count a victory by the number of delegates that each candidate received, then Obama is the winner with 12 compared to Clinton's 11. And John Edwards will surely give his 4 delegates to Obama, not Clinton. This race is far, far from over. And Clinton can only give crocodile tears once — it won't work again. Bill Clinton is going to come across as a grumpy old man if he keeps attacking. Obama fans, don't worry, this primary season will take a lot of hard work, but Obama is going to win the Democratic nomination because he's the one with the ideas.

And does this whole thing remind anyone else of the movie "Election" — with Clinton playing the part of the smarty-pants?

ROBIN   January 9th, 2008 12:24 pm ET

I HOPE SOMEONE DIGS INTO TO OBAMA I FEEL HE IS NOT CLEAN AT ALL I THINK WILL SEE HE IS FULL OF IT ,HILLARY IS THE ONLY ONE THAT HELP THIS COUNTRY AFTER THE BUSH YEARS, SHAME ON BUSH

Nelson, Colorado Springs Co   January 9th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

So where is the NEWS, want be the frist time. People can boo anybody so where the NEWS

Sylvia   January 9th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

and this is NEWS???? Hate to tell you this but IT HAPPENS EVRYWHERE!!!! to all of you that find that hard to believe they BOO and sporting events too!!!!

Joseph McLaughlin   January 9th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Bobbie Campbell is spot on about CNNs moderation policy. Censorship more like.

floyd   January 9th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

you know what's suprising is that pepeole still beleive everything the media and the pollsters write.if you think for yourself at times, or even take into consideration what the same media and pollsters said a couple of weeks ago about the lead that clinton had over obama entering iowa and nh you would realize that clinton entered nh as the favourite ,not obama. There is nothing that clinton had done before or after iowa that could have swung the % that much in obama's favour the way the polls had it.On the other hand Obama's win in iowa did cause him to cut into her lead entering nh.

the moral of the story,dont beleive everything you read or hear ,start thinking for yourselfs.do not allow the media and the pollsters to decide the future of this country by influencing the decision you make in deciding who you want to represent you as president. their ratings is what matters to them most ,so if they can feed us with these bogus #'s to make the news more exciting, thus sending up the ratings thats what they will do. if nothing else we as americans can finally say that the establishment is realizing now that the status quo will no longer be accepted,we owe this to a few of the candidates,again think for yourself,you know who they are, Mrs Clinton will be a beter canditate now because she found this out also.

RYL   January 9th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

Why is Hillary hated by some? Because she is effective! Obama seems to be a nice guy but who knows. What is he offerring? Unity? How and what makes he think that he is capable of doing that? Americans are church goers (sounds familiar?) and Obama is a preacher. Remember you have a brain? So there, THINK!

Keith, Chicago   January 9th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

To all of the Clinton supporters who are complaining about this article (which actually does have at least some relevance as it tells people out the nature of Clinton's supporters and whether or not she is running a positive or negative campaign) – were you complaining when the entire media gave a TON of coverage to Clinton crying on Monday? The fact that she did cry and the fact that it got so much widespread coverage, may have been the difference in a very tight NH primary. But how is a candidate crying any more substantive news than a candidate's supporters booing one of their candidate's competitors in the race?

john   January 9th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

Hilary's fans boo her opponent and she says nothing about it? She doesn't ask/tell them to be adults? Maybe it's because Hilary likes attacking people…especially when it's her fans booing her opponent and her husband twisting her opponent's words. The Clinton politics of personal attacks is in full bloom. And she is quietly letting it happen. Disgusting.

m   January 9th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

I thought this was CNN, not a gossip blog

Roger   January 9th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

The people who were booing are the establishment! And, they are NOT GOING to let average Americans get their hands on ANY political power. If they have to put down an uppity member of the African-American community to do it…so be it.

The Dems believe that they have the black vote locked up. Do they?

Senior Woman   January 9th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

This woman is NOT for Obama and will not be voting for him . I don't know how anyone could even consider doing that.

ABB   January 9th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

It seems pretty simple to me. Who is the "divider" here?
Obama supporters (and other Hillary haters) are insulted by the booing, so they post slams, insults, and name callings at Hillary Clinton . What has happened to the Democratic party? It seems supporters of ANY candidate in any party can only resort to nastiness to show that support. If you truly reject the Republican candidates, can't you at least show some civility for candidates of the same party? Or, is this the legacy of the Bush presidency?

Toby   January 9th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

I have Supported the Clintons Since 1992. I am a little disturbed by the fact that President Clinton is stating that Barack Obama does not have any foreign policy experience. I don't recall President Clinton having any foreign policy experience in 1992. He had only been the Governor of Arkansas. I think that the Clinton Campaign may need to be a little careful with their comments…..those comments can come back to haunt them and the Democratic party.

Thomas Jefferson   January 9th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

Ron Paul America…WAKE UP.!!What you gonna do when the dollar turns into pennies when comparing to foreign currency. Oh no worries well just go to war with them….the american way!!! Give me a canidate thats willing to talk about the real issues in this country..Boooooo the American citizens for not voting for real change.

Mako   January 9th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

I have always gotten the impression that Clinton is seeking the presidency because she feels she deserves it and wants the limelight. Obama wants the presidency cause he's trying to steer our country back on track and give us "hope", towards the future and it's possibilties. I don't get that same vibe from Clinton. Oh yeah… and I've been a Republican all my life. I will vote for Obama if he's the one who runs for president. If Clinton runs… I'm pretty sure the Rebublicans will have a better chance of winning. Just watch.

Durrell Owens   January 9th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

I think that it would be a huge mistake and political suicide for the Clinton campaign to use the race card in order to defeat Obama. Clinton would run the risk of losing the black vote and the election. Blacks were once solidly Republician before the New Deal threw crumbs at them to join the Dems. When it comes to Democrats and Republicans, blacks are between a rock and a hard place. If I get a sense that Clinton is using the race card, I will flip the switch and vote Republican and let the chips fall where they may and hope that the rest of the voting age African Americans follow suit. Bill Clinton has a lot of nerve to criticize Obama when he disgraced his office, cheated on his wife and barely escaped being thrown out of office. Harlem should chase him out of town. The sooner, the better. It is true, people who live in glass houses should never throw stones!

Nick   January 9th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

I don't condone the booing but emotions run high in a political campaign. I haven't made my decision yet but it's great to have two great candidates. Sen. Clinton is viewed as more polarizing but she did capture 75% of NY in her reelection. Sen. Barama is eloquent and has fresh ideas. It's great to watch this primary and really see democracy in action. Regardless of who you are for, let's not lose sight of how fortunate we are to have freedom and the right to choose.

Rachel DeMaria   January 9th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

Don't pull the my son is Iraq card. If you want to go there I am a proud wife and mother of 2 and guess what my husband is in IRAQ. He will be there till my infant is 2 and my daughter is 3. Would you rather see him dead from pulling out right away when they are needed or stay there and pull out safely. Give me a brake driveamclaren. She was being sincere and concerened about her country.

stan pitts pa   January 9th, 2008 11:59 am ET

Texan for change January 9, 2008 12:01 am ET

Where was the class of the Obama camp when he asked his supporters to congratulate Hillary for her win? Not one clap from his audience members.
Lets face it , 35 years speaks for itself. Hillary is the better person for the job.Obamas time will come just not this time around.

get your facts right, it was right at the beginning of his speech, and yes they did clap, obama is classy, and yes i dont trust hillary to change anything, she has been changing things for 35 years and this is the mess we have? time as first lady was disastrous for healthcare, besides who wants more of the bush-clinton-bush dynasty? not Americans! besides she is way too polarizing, obama is a uniter, and we could use one badly right now so we can solve our major issues, time to think big like JFK again, obama 08!

Disenchanted Person   January 9th, 2008 11:59 am ET

I hope someone reads this because I am peeved at how this is going down.

1. If Hillary Clinton wins the democratic nomination. I WILL NOT VOTE FOR A DEMOCRAT! Why you might ask. She does not seem genuine, she doesn't play fair, and she is using her husband as a shield to get votes. I feel like I sense that same movement that George W. Bush had when he won and followed his father and look, what he did.

2. Why is it ok for her to run around in debates or wherever and say hey I will change because “I will be the first WOMEN president"… but let Obama say hey I am change because “I will be the first African-American president" all hell will break loose. Therefore, at that moment you see she's being unfairly divisive Men v. Women… That’s another reason she such a person that makes me feel like this world is still the same…

3. No matter how genuine or fake her tears were it always was a ploy to use people, but either way why does that humanize her that she cried. That doesn't humanize a person and that should equate to votes. Did she say something about a reality check; well people need to see how much of an imaginative world she's living in.

Overall she is not the person to be president, lets move forward world, he days were when bill was in office wasn't that enough.

Shawn   January 9th, 2008 11:59 am ET

Wow, you people are voting for someone who said they would never run for President. She comes from a lying family, and you all believe her?

Good luck.

World Citizen   January 9th, 2008 11:55 am ET

Come on America!!!

Listen to the world. Never in the history of your primaries has so much interest been generated all over the world from Austria to Australia, from Tokyo to Timbuktu.

The reason is simply OBAMA and what he stands for.

Do not let this opportunity pass you by.

The world is watching, waitung and hoping !!!

OBAMA for president of the USA!!!

OBAMA A True World Leader!!!

William Robert   January 9th, 2008 11:49 am ET

I have heard some really dumb reasons people have said they were voting for a particular candidate.

“It is time for a woman president, I am voting for Clinton”. Vote for her because you like her position, her plans, etc. But, to vote for her just because she is a woman is a really dumb reason.

“It is time for a black president, I am voting for Obama”. Vote for him because you like his position, his plans, etc. But, to vote for him just because he is black is a really dumb reason.

Is there one evangelical out there that is going to vote for a Mormon? Really?

Is everyone comfortable voting for someone with a Muslim background and close family members who are still Muslim?

I am glad you have your minds made up, because I haven’t. The pickings are pretty slim.

riq   January 9th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Ummm pssst…Obama still leads in terms of delegates

pat   January 9th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Do we want a president that when the tough gets going, he goes off somewhere and crys =( Its ok to cry in private, just not when your leading a country in public…

Jim L.   January 9th, 2008 11:48 am ET

p.s. How does a football game have ANY relevence to politics, Chris?

Bobbie Campbell   January 9th, 2008 11:47 am ET

Oh, I see how this moderating thing goes. Sorry CNN for having the audacity to criticize you in my earlier comment.

Panther   January 9th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Well, very interesting to see there is so much hatred among democrats. Isn't it ironic that senator Obama has to depend on Independent registered voters and not registered democrats! It is about time: We might just pulled off the senator from democratic party and take over the White House as independents!

Jim L.   January 9th, 2008 11:44 am ET

And just to remind everyone, the presidential race should not be focused on one's sex or race.
I understand that its very inspiring (and refreshing) to have both a women and african american running for president, but their convictions, personalities, and morals are the real issues here…just remember that when choosing your candidate.

Brittany   January 9th, 2008 11:39 am ET

I strongly believe that Clinton and Obama should work things out together (as a team) for our country as a whole so that we can get ourselves out of this huge mess that this thing of a president has gotten us into. Bring our troops home and let everyone live in PEACE! We can't continue supporting and focusing on other countries, we seriously need to focus on US!

Dem in Northern VA   January 9th, 2008 11:37 am ET

The Clinton campaign (and both Clintons) certainly cannot be called a "class" act, as several commenters noted. They won NH, congratulations. But their pathetic out-of-context attacks on Sen. Obama and their changing message-of-the-day suggest that for them it's all about power.
By contrast, Obama has been consistent on the issues, refuses to attack opponents personally, and was quite gracious to Sen. Clinton last night (while she lumped him in with Kucinich and the others, and her fans apparently booed Obama).
The American people are ready for something better, which is why Obama will win!

chris   January 9th, 2008 11:37 am ET

Um…is this supposed to be newsworthy? The other night I heard some Ohio St. fans boo when LSU scored a touchdown. Holy cow…will the madness never end???

Chris   January 9th, 2008 11:35 am ET

"at hillary campaign headquarters a staffer ordered pizza."

Newcomer   January 9th, 2008 11:35 am ET

I was surprised when she was running for the New York senate seat, a state she never lived in for a day and barley mentioned the state's name before she was intended to run. I was wondering if she was running because of the love she has for New York among all other states in the union, as she said the other day at the dinner place about America? Give me a break! The truth is: her ambitious to hold the office she is targeting at any cost whether it is state or national. Period!! However, the emotion she showed and the “experience” she is talking blended with familiar last name, a shortcut and ladder to reach her ambition and achieve her goal!!

DJ   January 9th, 2008 11:33 am ET

I am praying with every fiber in me that Democrats will wake up and talk to their republican, independent and fellow democrats. Senator Clinton will create nothing short of a miracle for the GOP if she wins the nomination for the Democratic party. I know a TON of independents and republicans that are sooo fed up with the Bush administration and everything that has gone wrong in the last 7 years they are switching parties because of Barack Obama and his ability to unite America and move on……. I can say that everyone of them and some Demcorats including myself would NEVER vote for Senator Clinton because we do not trust her and she continues to demonstrate why day after day after day. I hope you guys make an informed decision and think about the big picture of who can win in November and who can NOT.

SteveG   January 9th, 2008 11:33 am ET

1/9/2008

Obama still has 1 more delegate than Hillary Clinton. Something CNN or Fox News is not reporting by voice.

misty   January 9th, 2008 11:32 am ET

Obama read his speech from a TELEPROMPTER…..same as reading from notes on paper.

Richard, Memphis, TN   January 9th, 2008 11:31 am ET

McCain is a senile.
Giuliani is a crook.
Romney is a phony.
Huckabee is a simple-minded preacher.
Edwards is a slow southerner.
Hillary is a crying, deceitful dinosaur.
Thank GOD or OBAMA.
The rest is wasting their time.

MS MAE   January 9th, 2008 11:30 am ET

I would like to state that i would be embrassed if I was Ms. Clinton, she won the primary because women went (media states) for her emotional breakdown because she was picked on by two men. Come on, my first thought how are you going to represent me, my country when you can't take the pressure of two men. Lets be real this has a been a man's world for yrs. so if you step out their be ready. How are you going to represent me in a foreign country who's threatening war on us? Hey here husband doesn't how the power anymore. We should not be voting for someone, who already know the game, been in politics for how long? Been in the senate for how long? Experience for how long? Think about it.
Why would you cry over pressure or being picked on?

Yes I'm ready for a change and if that means voting for a black man I'm for it. His words are inspirational, encouraging, about making changes and yes even hope.
We need change to survive this crisis in our world.

If he wasn't in the front run I would vote for John Edwards I feel that he can also make a difference they aren't about themselves or trying to impress other but they are about the people. It time to stop being negative about our country and try to build it up before we destroy each other. Remember this is God's Country not ours.

La'Kitgum, Concorde, NH   January 9th, 2008 11:29 am ET

The truth is coming out. Starting NH, Americans are beginning to understand that in politics, endogenous is more important than exogenous – that reality and fact are more important than rhetoric and body language or charisma without substance. Americans are beginning to understand that Hillary stands for what the President of the USA should be and not Obama with his empty promises. Obama's leadership leaves a lot more questions to be answered but foremost, how can he be an agent of change without experience? How can he change what he does not know? How can he change what he does not have? Experience in economy, healthcare and security are all in Hillary's bag and Hillary can change them for the good of all America. Obama has a bag of experience but it is empty. He has nothing to change.

My prayers and Best wishes to Hillary and I urge all Americans (black, white, oriental, hispanic) to support Clinton because they will never regret their votes. We did it in NH. NH understands that it is issues, not body language, which stands out in this campaign and Hillary is all about issues. Listen to her carefully instead of cheering at her and you will understand just like the people of NH did – the issues matter,

driveamclaren   January 9th, 2008 11:29 am ET

ohmygosh
"Just remember it was the women vote that put George Bush into office.
Thank you sisterhood, my son in Iraq thanks you too."

I hope women in America dont repeat their mistakes. You can see what Bush has done so pls dont fall for the croc tears and vote for change.

E.L.T   January 9th, 2008 11:27 am ET

i hate when people spew rhetoric blindly!!!

1.) WHAT EXPERIENCE DOES HILLARY HAVE???? She was first lady, and that does NOT qualify her to be president; it means she can throw one helluva white house gala. First ladies are NOT policy makers! She has only been an elected official since 2001!

2. She can't claim to have been ready to lead from day one, yet she JUST recently found her voice. That negates all that experience and leadership she purports to have had for all those years.

2.) Obama is NOT a muslim!!!!!!

3.) He voted AGAINST the war from the start!

4.) He HAS been laying out his policy plans all along! Its even posted on his website. Read it before you start slandering!

5. "CHANGE/HOPE" was Obama's theme. She jumped on the bandwagon after the theme resonated with voters.

6. Personally, I loved Bill. I served in the Corps when he was commander in chief.. .but HILLARY IS NOT BILL!!!!!! To even suggest that she is the same contradicts her campaign as an agent of change!

7. As for the balanced budget.. it was accomplished under a Republican congress, as much as I hate to admit it.

Jeff   January 9th, 2008 11:26 am ET

Since we're on the subject of booing, I booed after hearing Mitt Romney's concession speech. He was rude to New Hampshire, rude to his supporters, and rude to his own sister. I can't believe he said "Well…we got a silver……woulda liked a GOLD, but……you know.."

joan   January 9th, 2008 11:26 am ET

right. and Obama's supporters boo Hillary. big whoop.

Debi   January 9th, 2008 11:26 am ET

i'm just waiting for Obama to play his "Ace" card.

Jon Cruz   January 9th, 2008 11:26 am ET

STILL no mention on CNN that Clinton is the first woman to win a major party presidential primary. Unreal.

Tempe   January 9th, 2008 11:24 am ET

While watching CNN on Tuesday night there was a great deal of Hillary bashing. It came mostly from the men. The so called experts. What's wrong guys, are you afraid that a woman may run our country? What took the experts so long to declare a winner? Were you afraid of looking like fools? Lou Dobbs was the only one who made sense. He tells it like it is. To the reporters on CNN. Don't make it so obvious who you like. You are suppose to give a fair and unbiased report. Go Hillary.

New York   January 9th, 2008 11:23 am ET

You gotta be kiddin' me? Booing someone is news? Gee — it isn't news at a ball park , a football field, even at a public speech. But it makes news when a roomful of supporters for one candidate hear statements about another candidate/rival? Like I said, you gotta be kiddin' me. This is just proof that CNN is pro-Obama and anti-Clinton and everyone else. CNN — shame on you!! I am embarrassed for you.

pam Eugene OR   January 9th, 2008 11:23 am ET

If Hillary wins I will vote for the Republican. I will not have her spoil my house in Washington and stink it up again.
Obama 08 or
Republican 08

Josh S.   January 9th, 2008 11:23 am ET

LOLWUT.

All of you guys are just bickering like bunch of drama queens over small stuff. I am still amazed by the fact that we, humans can do things without thinking in the first place. This post's comment section is the actual proof of people's stupidity.

I have one word for you guys. . .

Respect.

Thank you for your cooperation.
-Josh S.

MORRIS   January 9th, 2008 11:22 am ET

Let me start out by saying if people change their mind and voted for HILLARY because she showed a moment of weakness for the media. I feel sorry for our party, all she did is set women back in this country. Just when women are showing that they can do whatever a man can do or most cases better. As a veteran I look for strength in our Commander in Chief not a cry baby. She won this round by 2% that is nothing for her campaign to brag about. HILLARY at the top of a democratic ticket spell LOSER. THIS IS ONE DEMOCRAT THAT WON'T VOTE FOR HER IN A GENERAL ELECTION. Please people don't mistaken my loyalty to the party I been a DEMOCRAT for 23 years. HILLARY is not a visionary like OBAMA and she can not unite a country like OBAMA can. Her victory last night equate to a speed bump in the road to back this country for working middle class and the poor.

Rachel DeMaria   January 9th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Why don't they just join forces. I have said this all along that with both of their point of veiws things might get done. They would be unstoppable together but unfortunatly nobody can get along.

Joshua   January 9th, 2008 11:15 am ET

Steve: Rupert owns Fox, now CNN. Tell it to Ted.

Thomas Jefferson   January 9th, 2008 11:15 am ET

After losing in Iowa I saw the real clinton..who was crying with tears. Is this what she going to do when shes in office when things get tough. This not what I want out of my next president. I need a strong leader who can overcome adversity's and lead a counrty. She is clearly living in Bill's shadows. The best democratic for nomination is Obama..but the person that makes sense for the people and this country is RON PAUL.

Alex   January 9th, 2008 11:15 am ET

That has to be the most blatantly biased headline I have ever read. I watched all the speeches and when Obama called for his supporters to clap for Clinton you could hear crickets chirp in the room. When Clinton called on her supporters to clap for the other candidates there was enthusiastic applause.

Before the election was called for Clinton there were boos in both camps every time the numbers changed. For CNN to try to suggest that Clinton supporters are somehow bad sports or less honorable than Obama supporters is ridiculous. The suggestion is almost as ridiculous as the media's fawning all over Obama and not vetting his record the way they have all the other candidates.

I never believed the stories of media bias before Obama, but clearly he has been treated differently than any candidate I've seen in my lifetime. I have gradually begun to change my new source from CNN to Fox. At least they are honest about their personal biases, which makes it easier to tell what is real and what is just the opinion of wealthy, out of touch media blow-hards.

Michael J   January 9th, 2008 11:12 am ET

The Bush's welcomed the Clinton's into the White House and the Clinton's welcomed the Bush's back into the White House…now it's time for the Bush's to welcome the Clinton's back into THEIR home. Congrats to Hillary – our Next President of the United States!

Philip   January 9th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Obama's speech when he lost to Clinton in NH was not a class act far from it. It was hard to find where he actually mentioned lossing to Clinton, while everyone else took it on the chin and said nice things about each other including the winner Clinton.

Jennifer   January 9th, 2008 11:09 am ET

After listening to the candidates on both the Republican and the Democrats, I don't understand how NH did not see that the person for the job is Obama. Who is really running for office Hilary or Bill. Not only that it seems to me that the only person coming from the heart is Obama. The others are to busy reading information prepared by writers instead of giving of themselves through their communication in their own words.

This is my first time being drawn to an election.

John   January 9th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Vote for Hillary! and live better life.

Deidre   January 9th, 2008 11:06 am ET

I am still an undecided, female, independent voter with leanings towards the liberal side (I hate the assocation that the word liberal connotates but definately do not consider myself a conservative.)

I think Obama is a wonderful speaker who is definately inspiring but I don't think that alone makes a president. I do want to believe in his message but I want him to tell us HOW. How are we going to get there? Politics is a game and you have to know how to play it. Sorry folks thats just reality. Obama when you speak you make me proud to be an American again, but I need a little more confidence in you.Is that what America is saying with the strong Obama support-that we like to be entertained?

Clinton may not be as charasmatic but she is professional and knows the ins and outs of Washington. That is a very important factor in getting things done once in office. What makes me wary of her is that she may be part of the establishment too much.
I think a lot of the negative reports about her being power hungry are somewhat sexist. Aren't they all seeking the power to run the country? Why is it when a woman is ambitious she is "power hungry?" As far as the croc tears, I think that is also being misrepresented. I saw the video, she did not cry. Her eyes well up but she wasn't exactly sobbing. A tear did not drop. I think she won in NH because it was indeed a genuine sentiment that she cares for her country. People are not stupid, they can tell the difference.

I dare say I will do a lot of back and forth between the two before I go to the polls…in the meantime I am going to read as much as I can about both of their track records to make a decision.

Rachel DeMaria   January 9th, 2008 11:06 am ET

I will not vote republican regardless of who gets the bid. However, I do want someone who is telling the truth and is sincere. Obama doesn't seem like he fits either. I think they are both wonderful people but I know Hillary will get the jib done as her husband did when he was in the House. Maybe we can get out of debt again.

Jacki   January 9th, 2008 11:05 am ET

I expect men to talk about Hillary Clinton , I seen for myself that there are men out there that think woman should stay in female jobs or at home, I am a woman welder and I paid to go to school and I have 20 years of experience, when you have factory welders that are men who think they know more then me WRONG !!! For years I have seen woman work in many male jobs and were just as good or better. As for hate mail from Hillary Clinton's supporters, don't judge Hillary Clinton for what ignorant people do. Bill Clifton did a wonderful job in office , what he did with his personal time don't make you a bad president. I personally don't want a preacher for president.Or a war , and money hungry republican.Republicans have always been about power and money not the people.

Nikki   January 9th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Oh wow..what a tearjerker…I give it two thumbs up! To steal a line from "A League of Their Own" Are you crying?? Is SHE crying???? There's no crying in Politics!!!!

Jessica   January 9th, 2008 11:04 am ET

All I can say is that if Hillary gets the nomination I hope we have a good Independent candidate in the race. Prior to the last month or two I had an incredible amount of respect for the Clintons but there really is nothing that could entice me to vote for her now and I have been a Democrat since I was old enough to vote – and I'm not young.

connie   January 9th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Obama may lead in his current delegate count, but after February 5th, he won't
thats when all the states that really matter will vote and it won't be for Obama. we are not quite as naive as people in NH. Hilary isn't perfect, but we don't need perfect right now, we need someone with enough political savvy to get things back under control and that is not some inexperienced idealist like Barack. he is all rhetoric, but there is no substance behind it.

Patricia -Boston   January 9th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Senator Clinton said she listened to the people of NH, but I think she has selective hearing. If she listened carefully to her own supporters she would have heard the hostile behavoir of her supporters toward Senator Obama. Is this the kind of President we want in the white house? I wonder what kind of change is she talking about when her own supporters who represent her are showing hostile behavior to other canditate. This is the United State.

Bobby   January 9th, 2008 11:01 am ET

When he was a senator of Illinois, Obama did not votes on important issues. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22335739/

Cynthia   January 9th, 2008 11:00 am ET

As a woman, I am ashamed that Clinton would try to use tears as a way to show that "she is a person too"! It makes the rest of us look bad. I saw the clip and just could not believe it, but I am even more shocked by the people that believed the act!!

Women for Obama not Clinton   January 9th, 2008 10:59 am ET

So what she won in NH….Obama won Iowa! Enjoy it Mrs. Clinton because Obama is younger, more energetic, more inspiring, and not to mention human! Women, minorities, and the young want to see him succeed and be our next PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!

ottehey1   January 9th, 2008 10:59 am ET

I hope that Hillary Clinton win.
For this is on time that there come a women who take over.
So been this peace on earth.
I hope that Hillary Clinton have support in from your husband Bill Clinton for another so have she this in from me.

Carol   January 9th, 2008 10:58 am ET

I was present at the Iowa Caucuses as were several of my friends and relatives. While we don't all support the same candidates, one recurring comment about the proceedings was how rude Cinton supporters were. In my precinct, a
Clinton supporter ripped down a sign that was being used to mark space for Joe Biden. Although Biden only had one supporter in the crowd, the gesture was extremely disrespectful. Clinton supporters also failed in many cases to allow their spokesperson to speak – preferring instead to attempt to shout down comments from any of the other camps. The room became so divided that Obama supporters and Edwards supporters were actually banding together against those in favor of Hilary Clinton.

Hilary's attack on Obama in this weekend's debate, her "meltdown" and Bill's subsequent tirades against Barack on the eve of the NH primaries are proof that the Clinton machine is running into more resistance than they thought possible. It's funny, however, that Obama and Edwards are bringing their groups together while Hilary seems to be pulling hers away. Any possibility this will be a recurrent theme if she's actually elected?

Frank Chase Jr, Huntsville, AL   January 9th, 2008 10:57 am ET

Pandering to emotional heartstrings before the N-H primary was a good stradegy. But I think it was disengenuious to use emotions to garner votes. Hilliary is suspect in my mind. Why would the democratic electorate vote for another clinton. We had one already. Two bushes was enough. If Hilliary wins, then then we've had two families hijack this nation, the bushes and the clintons. John Edwards is trying to split the vote so Hilliary can win because he really does not want Obama to win. Hilliary cannot beat a republican, but Obama can. If America allows racial bigotry to get in the way and not see Obama as the avenue for All Americans to believe in the political process again, we are lost. Hilliary crying to get votes because she is a woman and knows it will work doesn't mean she should have used tears. Remember, the Republicans stole the last election. They will steal it again through lawsuits, and with help of the supreme court who appointed Bush. Who's gonna make sure the votes are counted without subtefuge in Nov?

Robin   January 9th, 2008 10:57 am ET

This news about the Hillary campaigners booing on Barack Obama's name – it only broadens and highlights the claim that – they will do and say anything to get elected.

PCM 01   January 9th, 2008 10:57 am ET

Well, this is the problem with elections. People can be manipulated by emotional statesments and behaviours. But the positive thing is that eventually people can separate good from bad politics: good politics is about visions , compromises and an inclusive behaviour. Bad potitics is about manupulation.
We have had 25 years of bad politics…the political spring is in the air. New leaders with new visions will prevail…it is a historical event. Mind you that the old establishement does not give up their privileges smiling.
Mr. Obama, there is a sentence that seems very relevant at this stage: 'The main thing is to keep the main thing, the main thing' (S.Covey).
I believe that you are at this junction as an agent of change. I think you have the potential to take this country out of the mess we are in. Keep up the good work and your ideas will be florish right across the country, right accross the globe.

Democracy is a slow process, but eventually we get there, no matter how frustrating it might be some times; especially when a new genertion is in the process of receiving the the banner from the previous group.
Some times it is difficult to evolve from the me-me into the we-we, but it has happened in the past and it will happen again. Social evolution is a complicated thing…it requires thinking.

Radical One   January 9th, 2008 10:57 am ET

I continue to hear these declarations from some that we should be careful what we say about Hillary because we will have to stand behind her if she wins the nomination.

No, we don't. If I am given the choice to vote for someone who I believe is not genuine and who is going to lead us in the wrong direction, I won't do it. I'll be happy to write in Kucinich again, or find a third party to give my vote. You see, Democracy isn't about choosing the best of the worst, it's about voting how you see fit. If I am presented with poor choices, our democracy allows – even demands – that I find a better choice.

So no, if Hillary is given the nomination, I do not have to stand behind her and give her my support. If Edwards is given the nomination, I have no obligation to support a plastic candidate. I am charged with the obligation to vote my conscience, not vote for some ridiculous idea of 'party affiliation'. People support college football teams because that is the school they went to, we should not support presidential candidates because they simply have the right letter behind their name. That is why this country has stagnated and why change is so desired by the populous. It is also why so many people refuse to vote in elections. They are presented with a choice that it pains them to make.

I say vote for your choice. If your candidate is not given the official nod and support of the 'party', vote for your candidate anyway. The party is not a constitutionally (or even democratically) based institution. The party is yet another coporate entity that we should reject. Vote for YOU and vote how you believe. Refuse the thought that you are somehow beholden to vote for someone simply because of party affiliation.

Nader 08   January 9th, 2008 10:57 am ET

Nader in 08!!!!

Bloomberg in 08!!!!

End the 2 party scam…

Shirley   January 9th, 2008 10:56 am ET

Having read the mission for Obama's church which is dedicated to helping Africa and incidently all black. I do wonder why is Grandma still, at 83 years old, preparing corn for the animals in Kenya. Shouldn't she be getting some help from grandson Barack??? The whole thing doesn't jibe for me. I did try to post the website for the church so that you could help me decide about this but CNN doesn't care to share this information. Still, Barack does have the school in Kenya which hopefully will be open again soon when the civil unrest dies down in Kenya

OC   January 9th, 2008 10:56 am ET

I am disappointed Barack didn't win. Hillary said she has "Found Her Voice", no what she has found is Barack's voice. She "now" realizes what the American people want….. after Barcak told her. Now she is preaching unity and change. I feel if she were really in tune with the American people she would have known that from the start. She is now just saying what will get her elected.

If Barack wins we have a sliver of hope he will bring about change for the better. Worst case scenario it will be business as usual. But if we vote for Hillary we know it will definitely be the same old Washington.

Heathcliffe, New York City   January 9th, 2008 10:56 am ET

Division about blacks and whites are starting again. Barack HUSSEIN Obama is being financially supported by his sugar mommy, Oprah Winfrey. She said that this is her first time to support a candidate …..(why because HUSSEIN is BLACK!) Lady O is the #1 racist in America. She throws parties only to black people.Colin Powell is a Rupublican but he is endorsing Barack HUSSEIN …why ? because HUSSEIN is black. Mr. Powell you are disgusting! Come on, America…open your eyes to these racists!

Jim L.   January 9th, 2008 10:56 am ET

Wow mary ann, arn't you a forward thinking individual!
I tought were intellectual people more prevalent than idiots…my mistake.

Matt   January 9th, 2008 10:55 am ET

all this talk of voting republican if one's preference of dem doesn't win is just so stupid…i'm a huge obama supporter, and I admit that if hillary gets the nomination, she won't have my enthusiasm, and she won't get any donations or volunteer work from me. but she will have my vote. the only way i would even consider voting republican would be if it were hillary vs ron paul, which won't happen, and even then i'd have to do some more research before making up my mind.

still folks, there's plenty of time to go, and i do think the more progressive movement has plenty of opportunity to pull this off, and that movement is represented by obama. nevada and south carolina…come on guys, lets get things back on track.

Shirley   January 9th, 2008 10:55 am ET

Having read the mission for Obama's church which is dedicated to helping Africa and incidently all black. I do wonder why is Grandma still, at 83 years old, preparing corn for the animals in Kenya. Shouldn't she be getting some help from grandson Barack??? The whole thing doesn't jibe for me. I did try to post the website for the church so that you could help me decide about this but CNN doesn't care to share this information. Still, Barack does have the school in Kenya which hopefully will be open again soon when the civil unrest dies down in Kenya

Linda SAT   January 9th, 2008 10:55 am ET

"HE LOST HAMPSHIRE" is so right about Obama, this guy stands for nothing, has done nothing, and says nothing except he wants CHANGE. Hello–everyone of us wants change in America after dealing with Bush for the last 8 years. CHANGE is just a word. It needs to be filled with substance, meaning and ideas. OBAMA HAS BEEN IS THE POSITION TO MAKE CHANGE FOR THE LAST FEW YEARS but he has none NOTHING but kiss up to Oprahs' you know what. Wake Up America and see this guy for what he really is before it is too late!!! My dog could vote PRESENT for a bill if he was in the Senate, but it takes a real MAN/WOMAN to take a stand and put out a vote that can be counted!!!

Joseph   January 9th, 2008 10:55 am ET

The Clinton campaign is showing sinister and desperate tendencies, and the press are allowing a wholesale distortion of what the senator has said, what his campaign means, and what the American people are looking for, apparently in an effort to help the candidate with the most establishment backing to remain viable, even when people are calling for something new, for imagination, trust, character and passion.

dan   January 9th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Apparently being a democrat is not enough- one must be a Hillary supporter or hit the road. Edwards called on candidates to stop distorting each other's views during the debate, but I suppose the Clinton Campaign still has a very long way to go in respecting not only opponents' views but the opponents themselves.

Mary   January 9th, 2008 10:54 am ET

It wasn't' the tears, it was the fact that every cable news network assumed Mr. Obama had the nomination wrapped up and wailed on Hillary for days, even convincing some in her own organization to talk of abandoning ship. Let the powers that be read their polls. It just goes to prove the pundits and "talking heads" didn't decide the election, the voters did. Congrats to New Hampshire!

Joseph McLaughlin   January 9th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Nice to see the Fox channel political 'experts' getting it wrong again in calling Obama the clear winner when only 20% of votes had been counted. Wishful thinking on their part. Obama would do well to ponder what it is about him that gains the support of this right wing rag-tag arm of the Murdoch media empire.

Philip Brown   January 9th, 2008 10:53 am ET

waste of time….

chris   January 9th, 2008 10:53 am ET

he lost new hampshire because 57% of the voters were women. no other reason. its a high school popularity contest people.as soon as it is a 2 person race hillary doesn't have a chance. edwards and obama need to team up sooner than later. no more tears for votes and former presidents stooping to get themselves back in the whitehouse.

Warc   January 9th, 2008 10:51 am ET

It's getting nasty out there, but what did you expect?

Claudia from Vista, CA   January 9th, 2008 10:50 am ET

This country will have had 16 years of at least half the country hating their president. Hillary can't change that, Obama can.

Mary   January 9th, 2008 10:50 am ET

At an event in Milford NH Obama supportors entered a Clinton event and booed her during her own speech. They were escorted out.

Supportors are not the candidates and their actions do not reflect the candidate's.

Also,. I'm sure you'll find rude supporters following each and every candidate.

Cryston   January 9th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Bush – 1988-1992
Clinton – 1992-2000
Bush – 2000-2008
Clinton – 2008-2016
POTENTIAL 28 YEARS OF BUSH/CLINTON DOMINANCE. THINK AMERICA.

ARE YOU KIDDING ME? THE ONLY 2 FAMILIES QUALIFIED TO BE PRESIDENT IN THIS COUNTRY ARE THE BUSHES AND THE CLINTONS. AND WE CALL OURSELVES A DEMOCRACY! THEY WILL LIE AND CRY TO BE IN THE WHITE HOUSE. PRAY AMERICA, PRAY.

Rachel DeMaria   January 9th, 2008 10:49 am ET

I noticed his fakeness and when he took Iowa he most likely had a speech memorized. That is just for all you of you who were bashing Hillary for having a pre-written speach. Just because Obama speaks well doesn't mean that he means well.

Steven   January 9th, 2008 10:49 am ET

I was at a caucus location in Iowa January 3. The Obama group of supporters was rude and pushed the rules of the caucus to the extreme. Richardson supporters were polite. Same with Edwards, Clinton and the lone Biden supporter. Perhaps that's why non-viable groups steared clear from Obama.

Mary Ann   January 9th, 2008 10:49 am ET

What's this about Obama speaking from the heart?? Using a teleprompter = reading a speech. I though racism was more prevalent than sexism, but I thought wrong.

Robin   January 9th, 2008 10:48 am ET

I believe the way you run your campaign is how you will run the White House. I want no part of what Hillary has to offer. It is amazing to me that people actually see what they want to see, instead of reality. It is amazing to me that Hillary, Bill and her campaign will actually say and do anything to get elected. Please take a look at how Hillary's campaign is being run and how Barack Obama's campaign is being run…a noticable difference. Barack Obama did fall off the wagon yesterday – why people are claiming he does not have the experience, please check your facts – http://www.barackobama.org. I am not just supporting Obama, I know he is the right candidate with the right experience, intelligent and a visionary. – this is more than just Obama.

TAZ   January 9th, 2008 10:48 am ET

It seems that all Obama is doing is using quotes from JFK, MLK Jr. and other great leaders. Anyone can give a great speech if they are stealing great lines from history's past (except for maybe the idiot we have now). Wake up democrats! Obama is selling the sizzle and not the steak! Obama is merely speaking of dreams and has no idea of how to obtain those goals. At least Senator Clinton has a plan and could begin leading the US back to greatness from day one. The best that Obama can do is inspire all of us to dream. We've lived the past 7 years in a nightmare…I'm tired of dreaming.

Joanne   January 9th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Sending Obama to the whitehouse would be like sending an intern in to do a CEO's job. Let's face it.. he has little experience. This country is in a mess…we need someone who can hit the ground running. The Clinton era gave this country a sound financial footing that we need to recover. Give me someone who knows what they are doing…give me Hillary!

Alan, Bonita Springs, FL   January 9th, 2008 10:47 am ET

Isn't it interesting the pattern we're seeing here? CNN posts articles about Obama and Rudy above and below one about Hillary. Both the Obama and Rudy posts report 0 comments (though I noticed there are a few on Rudy's). Hillary's? 800+.

Check through the entire ticker. Same pattern. If Bill or HIllary are the story — hundreds of comments, mostly slams and hatred.

Yes — booing anyone is tacky and I wish it hadn't happened. But you are talking about two brilliant, talented people who have been villified, derrided, slandered and hunted down throughout their entire political careers. We're talking about the likes of Rush Limberger spewing hatred about these people as a basis for his entire career — not to mention the entire Fox News Network.

And when we bash George Dubya for what he has done to this country, we're accused of being the ones filled with hatred.

I like Obama and Hillary and Edwards a lot. Unfortunately, it looks like it'll be between Obama and HIllarry. Unfortunately, it appears Obama's "plan" for turning the mess Dubya made around is "hope." But he's striking a chord that is helping him win.

Hillary is far more experienced for the job. But the hate-mongers (just read the REASONS why she is disliked — she's too tough, too cold, too emotional, too…you get the picture) and realize Rush has been wrong so many times it's not funny, but the likes of Rush and Fox and others spewing their hatred (oh yes let's not forget Coulter) does take its toll after a while.

Maybe Hillary's people, sick of the constant barrage of personal negative attacks from the windbags I've listed, were just letting off a little steam when she proved them wrong in NH.

Jamell in the ATL   January 9th, 2008 10:47 am ET

Obama is the natural choice. He honestly cares and has a plan to make some pretty good moves if you ask me. His stance on health care is really quite well thought out I believe. He clearly stated that a lot of Americans do not have coverage due to cost. His plan is to make it affordable so that everyone has a chance to get proper coverage without it simply being given away. I would like to see more from him on the subject of Off-Shoring and Outsourcing. Corporate America is really doing a number on the middle class in this country. Why is this going untouched by so many? Can we get someone in office that actually would like to see America take care of its own. I think Sen. Obama is the man to make all of this a reality. He is fresh and ready to take on the mess….I say give him a shot. It could not possibly get any worse than what Bush has done to us. Agreed?

Dan - Austin,TX   January 9th, 2008 10:46 am ET

Funny thing is earlier Obama's supporters were booing Clinton, it goes both ways, and if you are one of the ignorant people who posted on this forum unknowning this fact , then you are not awake and paying attention. Truth of the matter is Obama is not prepared during debates. He does a rara and does not give details. He has great speaches , but someone else writes them for him. Then the media compared him to Dr. MLK! That is insane! Dr. MLK wrote his own speaches. He had his own dreams that he spoke of. he made decisions that were tough , he didn't just vote present when it counted. Obama is a joke. Get real people open your eyes.

PS. Why don't you look into Obama transporting voters from IL to IA to win that primary?

The truth is out there America!

Sandy   January 9th, 2008 10:45 am ET

If HRC wins the nomination, it doesn't matter who is running against her. I will vote for them to keep her out of office.

J   January 9th, 2008 10:45 am ET

I am needing to know some information here. I have heard that Obama was raised by Muslims, and when he was sworn in to the United States he would not lay his hand on the Holy Bible. Furthermore he will not Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. His name is Barack Mohammed Obama I just want to make sure were making a wise choice here for the United States Of America and not giving the Middle East a chance to take over America. Whats wrong with this picture?

Anacostia   January 9th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Don't fret Obama supporters. She needed the win worst than him. Let's get on some Nevada blogs so that we can have some impact – DON'T GIVE UP! This is not going to be easy – I'm sure the Obama campaign knew this.

Rita   January 9th, 2008 10:44 am ET

I watched both speaches. During Obama's speech he asked for applause for Senator Clinton – he got very few and there were boos. During Senator Clinton's speech she applauded her competition and specifically mentioned Obama as one who has given to this country – no boos. It was only when Obama said in his speech that he was going to be President that Hillary Clinton supporters booed.

CNN has just skewed the factual reporting on what happened last night. They selectively reported on an incidence that quite frankly, in a heated campaign, is not even newsworthy. CNN get your act together or you will lose audience. Want to become a FOX News bias reporting organization?

Kate   January 9th, 2008 10:44 am ET

THANKS JASON FOR:

Hillary Clinton – 6 years in the Senate (junior senator), Partner of law firm in Little Rock 10+ years, Staff Congressional Attorney for one year. First Lady of Arkansas and of United States.
Barack Obama – 3 years in the Senate (junior senator) + 7 years in Illinois State Senate, taught constitutional law at U of Chicago law school while in State Senate, President of Harvard Law Review (first African American in 104 year history), Civil Rights attorney.
He has more public service experience than her as a matter of fact. I'd say this do to the fact that he was always in a postion to influence and actually take part in policy making. Mrs. Clinton has had less experience in doing so.

PLEASE PEOPLE!!

maggie,PA   January 9th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Poor,poor people who wish to demonize Cinton. Obama was having a hissy fit when he called Hillary "likeable enough". Talk about bad manners! Clinton has a 35 year history of human rights advocacy, law and a chance to reverse the mistakes Bush made. If for no other reason, there should be SOMEONE who won't repeat the mistakes that he made in the past 8 years..We always end up cleaning up the republicans mess that they create in our government.

Jourdan, AZ   January 9th, 2008 10:43 am ET

I'm for Hillary, but I wouldn't be upset if Obama recieved the nomination- I just think Hillary is the better choice. The fact that people booed is just human immaturaity at it's best- It's not reflection upon Hillary, so people should just get over it.

Katrina (Memphis, TN)   January 9th, 2008 10:43 am ET

I am an African-American woman that has always voted Democratic. That being said if the Democrats elect Hillary Clinton I will vote Republican. She is underhanded, devisive and has only visions of her own power rather than that of America. I dont believe anyone should be elected president because of a overriding amount of older women voters(or any one section of voters), which apparently happened in New Hampshire. While Obama may lack experience, he at least offers real change for our government. Hillary will not be able to get anything done in office. Obama/McCain ticket if you ask me. If Democrats do not vote Obama in, I will be voting for John McCain if he is the Republican nominee.

Ym   January 9th, 2008 10:43 am ET

I prefer to read about a Britney does her nails kinda story! Please! Well, shows how fickle people are, Hiliary cries so now she has personality?! Wow ! Women can't be that gullable… or are they?

Warc   January 9th, 2008 10:42 am ET

The Clinton's will do anything to win…they're gracious only when they do, but we all knew that so why is anybody surprised? Big Bill stepped in and shushed the voters, and Hillary turned on the fake tears…so now we have clear battle lines. Problem is that the change-vote is split and that helps her.
The NYT lead this morning made a good point: Obama went cautious, and that hrut him. Fortunately, there's time to learn and adjust. He'll do fine. He struck a deep cord.

Trudi   January 9th, 2008 10:41 am ET

What a stupid story….what does it have to do with anything?

Virginia from San Francisco   January 9th, 2008 10:40 am ET

My Friends,
Emotions ran HIGH. Those who booed shame on you though please folks don't blame any of the candidates for the actions of others…I know for sure you would not appreciate it. ALL the candidates are running because of their love of there country. How out there would put themselves in such a situation…not I. I admire all of the candidates. Not one candidate is an outsider just different styles of wanting to lead this wonderful country of ours with all it's faults. ALL the candidates are part of the political system including us as the REAL outsiders. Just a fact Senator Obama spend the most money of ALL candidates in Iowa. I have expressed before that Senator Obama is a good "inspirational speaker" though if some you folks out there truely believe his speech was not pre-written gosh this just shows me how little some folks really know politics. ALL the candidates had there speeches pre-written it just how sincere they come across. NO ONE candidate is faking it, ALL are sincere and just because one likes someone is not the reason to choose them to do the job. I am pleased that this is truely a reality check…. we as citizens will choose who will be our next president. I don't need an "inspirational speaker" I need an experienced leader. Give me the "meat" of how change will be made step by step not just promises for that is the person I will vote for to be president…an undecided and independant voter.

John New York, NY   January 9th, 2008 10:40 am ET

If the Clintonistas are so proud of her vote to authorize the Iraq war, maybe they should stop booing and enlist in the millitary.

CARLA   January 9th, 2008 10:39 am ET

God is on your side Hillary…Obama is too overconfident and forget God! Does he believe in God anyways!!

Patricia   January 9th, 2008 10:39 am ET

doesn't surprise me. the Clinton supporters are ruthless. One even took her elderly Mother to the polls, went in the booth with her to help her stand and made her vote for Hillary. The Mother wanted to vote for someone else, but the daughter insisted she HAD to vote for Hillary….. one less voice heard America!

Greg, NY   January 9th, 2008 10:39 am ET

Michael,

The Muslims have said they plan on destroying the US from the inside out. What better way to start than at the highest level – the office of the President of the United States.

You must know something I don't. There are Muslims running for president?

Your entire paragraph is just insanely ignorant and uninformed. Please do not vote in November.

Mike   January 9th, 2008 10:38 am ET

Simple math…… FrankenHillary = 4 mores of Republican rule.

?comprende?

K   January 9th, 2008 10:38 am ET

The booing is out of frustration of her fans. Beginning in Iowa, the media, including CNN, ran lopsided reports favoring Obama which influences the minds of voters way too early in the race. This is absolutely Anti American behavior. I'm not sure what happened but the reports coming out of New Hampshire were definitely more subdued and not one tv anchor called the race prematurely and for that I'm grateful.
Obama is a great speaker. He may have missed his calling as an inspirational evangelical. He would most definitely be an interesting choice as Hillary's VP.
GO HILLARY!!!!!

Julian   January 9th, 2008 10:38 am ET

I prefer the story about our Ex-President bad mouthing Barack Obama in a childish fit. Bill Clinton, we all know how excited you are to become the country's "First Ladies Man", but no more tantrums. It is not the nineties anymore. Your time was then, and this country is ready for a change.

jeremy   January 9th, 2008 10:37 am ET

Classy. I imagine they are all going to vote republican when Obama gets the nomination…..

Angie Wheeler   January 9th, 2008 10:36 am ET

I have had Hillary supporters send me hate emails through my myspace and personal blog for my support of Obama. My personal sites are even blocked from the public but I was tracked back from making supportive remarks on my candidates public site (no mention of hillary). To the people that do this let me say, this is not a game, this is not grade school, this is no time for tacky, rude, immature remarks. We all care about this country, don't stoop so low as to seek out a mudslinging.

- Angie

Changecoming   January 9th, 2008 10:36 am ET

m My worry is how nasty Bill Clinton has turned…when the Clintons do not win, it gets nasty and they die for people's blood. Obama maintains a clean motive and has little time to argue or call for people to scrutinize others. I liked what he said in the morning when asked why he stood by the troops in Iraq, the fact that he voted to fund the troops when they just got there in 04 was a very act of humanity, if they were not funded, what would they have eaten or lived on, wouldn't they have all died from hunger or lack of health amenities…Bill needs to stand aside and let her wife cry and cry.Let the people decide who is who.His negativity to Obama seeks to show who he really is!

tuna   January 9th, 2008 10:36 am ET

Toni said

"I did notice that Mr. McCain and Mrs. Clinton could not speak from their own hearts and minds but both had to read a pre-written speech. Mr. Obama did not and he delivered a fantastic off the cuff speech that was stirring. And I was not for Mr. Obama at the start. But he knows how to truly inspire all Americans and proves it by speaking without a teleprompter or a written speech. His words were his words and theirs were likely written by a speech writer and not their own words."

ARE YOU KIDDING ME? OBAMA USED A TELEPROMPTER .. THEY EVEN SAID IT ON THE AIR. AND IT WASN'T WRITTEN? IT WAS AN ACCEPTANCE SPEECH TWEAKED FOR THE MOMENT.

omg … how old are you?

Ken   January 9th, 2008 10:35 am ET

It's politics as usual. all politicians talk crap, including Obama. It's politics as usual, people boo and people cheer.

Dennis, Lindenhurst IL   January 9th, 2008 10:35 am ET

Experience? George W. had no experience and people voted for the idiot twice, not just once because they wanted the, "lessor of two evils" which, by the way is B.S. as, you wouldn't know how the other person would be unless they were in office. Besides, Lincoln was president and he had "no experience" but, it seems he got the job done.

LincolnDouglass   January 9th, 2008 10:33 am ET

Let's be absolutely clear about this from a numbers standpoint: Obama received just as many votes in NH as Clinton. Contrary to what Bill says, the media is not on some pro-Barack fantasy charade. We will soon see much more dirt. Already it appears that the media shows as much footage of Barack with Blacks around as possible so that it will scare white people – even though he has mass appeal and has run as a uniter of ALL people.

Not Voting Hillary!   January 9th, 2008 10:33 am ET

Hillary, as a woman, I would totally love it if you'd stop playing the bloody gender card.
Your crocodile tears won't fool anyone with a brain!

Americans! Do you really want ANOTHER Clinton in the White House? It's been nothing but Bush Clinton and Bush — Hillary is not her husband! If you really want change so badly like I know you do, DON'T VOTE HILLARY!

C'mon guys, I've lost enough faith in our country already. Don't vote this pathetic excuse for a woman into office if you really want change.

Student   January 9th, 2008 10:33 am ET

Why were they booing? There is a time to listen to what the candidates have to say. Citizens should listen to each candidate and then make there decision.

deadheat   January 9th, 2008 10:33 am ET

I cannot wait for Joel Rosenberg's new book Dead Heat! Sure to be a best seller during this election process 2008. Anyhow, Barack you rock! Hillary and company, quit bashing your opponents. I am tired of the tyrants you and your husband are!

Douglas   January 9th, 2008 10:32 am ET

GO DEMOCRAPS !!!!!!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND FIGHT REAL HARD WITH EACH OTHER ( unity? Ha Ha ) SHOW THE WORLD HOW YOU CAN MAKE CHANGE…….I smell something in that paper bag on the doorstep….

David, Fredericton, New Brunswick   January 9th, 2008 10:32 am ET

As an outsider, what confuses me are some of the comments about
how horrible it would be if the Clintons were back in the White House.
Many Americans seem to forget that Bill got standing ovations during
his speeches to the UN. That fiscal responsibility was in place during
his terms. That your economy was in good shape. How can they not
see what has happened to them and their standing in the world over
the last seven years and how much better everything was.
Go Hillary! I wouldn't be surprised if, given the chance, she turned
out to be one of the best Presidents ever!!

andre   January 9th, 2008 10:32 am ET

I was at the Clinton event last night and the sporadic booing that occured had nothing to do with Obama's war comments. I know this because the sound was not on until the very end of his speech, after the boos had ended.

michael   January 9th, 2008 10:32 am ET

At least Clinton had a speech with depth, more than Obama's one hundred: "yes we can" blah, blah, blah, BLAH! He needs go on and just replace Oprah, show business is where he belongs…he is a good speaker. But leader????

Hillary is the deal! Do you wonder why all of the supposedly "left wing" media outlets and "right wingers" love Obama, because they know he could never take the white house. Southern white democrats would switch hit.

Boy oh Boy   January 9th, 2008 10:31 am ET

I am very disappointed in NH. I am a proud Dem. and if that soundral Clinton manages to win the nomination, I hate to say it but I will vote Rep. for the first time EVER! I can't imagine anyone wanting that to run our Country!

Go OBAMA!! Lets show everyone the Classy way to win an Election!

Harry, NY NY   January 9th, 2008 10:31 am ET

Why have politics become a sporting event? Red vs Blue, Us vs Them?
Booing? Is that a sign of intelligent thought, of listening to an opposing position?

This is why she is viewed as a divisive candidate.

JJ Jax, FL   January 9th, 2008 10:31 am ET

I'm the kind of guy that's all for bashing Hillary(I'm an OBAMA supporter), but c'mon, is this really news? Oh, no! Supporters of one candidate don't like the other candidates! What a shocking news story!

Big ups to Captain Obvious for writing this one!

OBAMA '08!

Jon, Lantana, FL   January 9th, 2008 10:31 am ET

Ok, there are ignorant people on this board. 35 years of experience. Proven record. Its just a matter of Googling and you will easily find that out. Here is just a brief overview of the amazing things she has done.

During 1974 she was a member of the impeachment inquiry staff in Washington, D.C., advising the House Committee on the Judiciary during the Watergate scandal
Rodham joined the venerable Rose Law Firm, a bastion of Arkansan political and economic influence, in February 1977, specializing in patent infringement and intellectual property law, while also working pro bono in child advocacy
Rodham co-founded the Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families, a state-level alliance with the Children's Defense Fund, in 1977
In late 1977, President Jimmy Carter (for whom Rodham had done 1976 campaign coordination work in Indiana) appointed her to the board of directors of the Legal Services Corporation, and she served in that capacity from 1978 through the end of 1981. For much of that time[70] she served as the chair of that board, the first woman to do so. During her time as chair, funding for the Corporation was expanded from $90 million to $300 million, and she successfully battled against President Ronald Reagan's initial attempts to reduce the funding and change the nature of the organization
1979 Bill Clinton appointed her chair of the Rural Health Advisory Committee the same year, where she successfully obtained federal funds to expand medical facilities in Arkansas' poorest areas without affecting doctors' fees
As First Lady of Arkansas, Hillary Clinton chaired the Arkansas Educational Standards Committee from 1982 to 1992, where she sought to bring about reform in the state's court-sanctioned public education system. One of the most important initiatives of the entire Clinton governorship, she fought a prolonged but ultimately successful battle against the Arkansas Education Association to put mandatory teacher testing as well as state standards for curriculum and classroom size in place
She introduced Arkansas' Home Instruction Program for Preschool Youth in 1985, a program that helps parents work with their children in preschool preparedness and literacy. She was named Arkansas Woman of the Year in 1983 and Arkansas Mother of the Year in 1984.
From 1987 to 1991 she chaired the American Bar Association's Commission on Women in the Profession, which addressed gender bias in the law profession and induced the association to adopt measures to combat it. She was twice named by the National Law Journal as one of the 100 most influential lawyers in America, in 1988 and in 1991
Clinton served on the boards of the Arkansas Children's Hospital Legal Services (1988–1992)and the Children's Defense Fund (as chair, 1986–1992). In addition to her positions with non-profit organizations, she also held positions on the corporate board of directors of TCBY (1985–1992), Wal-Mart Stores (1986–1992 and Lafarge (1990–1992).
Clinton was the first female member on Wal-Mart's board, added when chairman Sam Walton was pressured to name one; once there, she pushed successfully for the chain to adopt more environmentally-friendly practices
She was the initial first lady to hold a post-graduate degree and to have her own professional career up to the time of entering the White House. She was also the initial first lady to take up an office in the West Wing of the White House, first ladies usually staying in the East Wing
Along with Senator Ted Kennedy, she was the major force behind the State Children's Health Insurance Program in 1997, a federal effort that provided state support for children whose parents were unable to provide them with health coverage
She promoted nationwide immunization against childhood illnesses and encouraged older women to seek a mammogram to detect breast cancer, with coverage provided by Medicare. She successfully sought to increase research funding for prostate cancer and childhood asthma at the National Institutes of Health. The First Lady worked to investigate reports of an illness that affected veterans of the Gulf War, which became known as the Gulf War syndrome. Together with Attorney General Janet Reno, Clinton helped create the Office on Violence Against Women at the Department of Justice. In 1997, she initiated and shepherded the Adoption and Safe Families Act, which she regarded as her greatest accomplishment as First Lady. As First Lady, Clinton hosted numerous White House Conferences, including ones on Child Care (1997), Early Childhood Development and Learning (1997), and Children and Adolescents (2000), and the first-ever White House Conferences on Teenagers (2000) and Philanthropy (1999).

Kevin R   January 9th, 2008 10:30 am ET

Perhaps they were booing the fact that Obama barely touched on his loss.

Did anyone but me notice his "concession" speech sounded just like a victory speech?

Did anyone besides me and one of the CNN analysts notice that the music they played was "signed, sealed, delivered"?

Obama and his supporters thought his win was a foregone conclusion and they got a wake-up call.

Don't believe the fairy-tale folks, Obama has the potential to be a great leader, but he doesn't have the political capital to get anything done as president right now.

There is a reason Obama is mostly supported by young people. Young people are brash and readily buy the snake-oil the media and the campaign managers sell them.

Hillary is the only candidate who has the knowledge, the experience and the support structure to make things happen.

It is all well and good to talk about change, but you have to be able to achieve results. Hillary can, Obama can't.

-Kevin R. – Independant supporter of Hillary Clinton and tried and true liberal

Jeremiah   January 9th, 2008 10:30 am ET

We still have many hikes remaining, to be the first again, so dont worry !!

Preacher   January 9th, 2008 10:30 am ET

Did anyone notice that Obama sounded like a preacher in his speech last night? He's a fake that doesn't back up his "change" claims!

Jacki   January 9th, 2008 10:29 am ET

I feel Sen. Barack Obama Is using his race to win ,because he has no experience to be in control of our country, And to many people are looking at Clinton's sex and not her experience, What is wrong with this picture, and do we really need another money hungry republican? Hillary Clinton is hope, and has my vote.

drew   January 9th, 2008 10:28 am ET

The news here is that this was reported. I saw her speech (and Obama's speech) and didn't hear any boos in the crowd. Seems CNN is trying to sway votes here. I know Fox is getting better ratings, but I didn't expect the same political bias. Personally, I don't care who gets the nomination. I like them both.

Anonymous   January 9th, 2008 10:27 am ET

so what

B   January 9th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Obama vs. McCain or Obama vs. Romney: In both of these scenarios Obama will likely lose. Obama is a risky choice for the nomination.

Republicans can't wait for the DNC to nominate Obama. He might be an easiest candidate to beat in the general election when compared to Clinton and Edwards. At least with Edwards and Clinton we know all the dirt. With Obama the dirt is only waiting to come out.

Jon   January 9th, 2008 10:26 am ET

Hillary may promise a change in policies, but she's demonstrating the same old Washington attitude of entitlement. She's made my decision easy with her tactics. She will get my vote in the general election only if the Republicans nominate Romney. Obama or Edwards will get my vote against any Republican.
Excuse me, now. I need to send Obama a check…

Calvin Preddie   January 9th, 2008 10:26 am ET

It is true that a decision to go to war is a very important and critical decision; therefore Ms. Clinton's reported failure to read through the entire intelligence report should be pointed out. However, it would be important to know if there was anything in the report that would have led her to change her vote. Media reports and other statements from individuals did suggest that the intelligence was not necessarily correct, but I do not recall any evidence being presented in the Senate to demonstrate that the intelligence was faulty.

Of course there were other factors surrounding Ms. Clinton's vote. She represents the State of New York that was victimized on 9/11; the republicans and some in the media were, unfairly, blaming her husband for failing to get bin Laden earlier–in fact, even Mr. Juliani recently blamed Mr. Clinton for not responding after the 1993 attempt to bring down the WTC even though the first file opened on the Saudi Prince (bin Laden) occurred in 1996 and it described bin Laden as a nuisance and no threat to the U.S., and President Clinton had only been in office for a few weeks unlike President Bush who had been in office for eight months before 9/11; Mr. Clinton was also being blamed for not responding to the attack on the Cole even though the information identifying the attackers was not compiled until November 2000 just prior to new elections, and finally all America was still in collective shock because of 9/11. I doubt that Ms. Clinton could produce any reliable evidence to doubt the U.S. President when he appealed to Congress for a strong hand for dealing with the U.N., which won him approval for war that was conditional on the exhaustion of all peaceful methods first. The question is whether or not any U.S. Senator in the same position would have supported the President's request at that time.

On the other hand, Mr. Obama calls his stated opposition to the war to be evidence of his good judgment. There should be one critical and important condition for good judgment in declaring war against another nation. Mr. Obama is correct, a person should be certain of the facts–the intelligence reports in this case. Was Mr. Obama, who was not in the Senate at the time privy to the intelligence reports? What was his reasoned basis for his decision? What were the facts known to Mr. Obama that guided his analysis and eventual judgment? Which situation would Americans prefer– a Senator who sides with her President on trust and emotion and in the belief that the President would not mislead the Congress, or an elected official who makes a decision about a case for war without having considered the intelligence reports?

On the issue of the vote for an amendment that would have made the President's decision conditional on U.N. approval, there is good reason to believe that such a vote would have been unconstitutional in the U.S. because it would give de facto approval for a U.S. declaration of war to the U.N. when the Constitution required that the decision be vested in the Congress and the President of the U.S.

The vote on the war is history and while reminding Americans that Ms. Clinton voted for the war is fair game, it should also be noted that no one in Congress was asked for, or voted for war with Iraq that was aimed at making that nation into a democracy and for a pre-emptive war with insurgents and terrorists that were in Iraq by virtue of an invitation from President Bush. Ms. Clinton should be credited for standing by her vote despite knowledge that it hurts her political image. She is correct to recognize that apologizing, after the fact, does not change her vote. As she says, there are no "do overs" once the vote is done.

Marcus, Great Lakes, IL   January 9th, 2008 10:26 am ET

L. Smith,

I forgot about the flip-flop sandal thing. I DO remember the fake PURPLE-HEARTS that they wore on their faces.

I just hope that this time, the Republicans have a little more class…..then again, it ain't going to happen.

Not Clinton   January 9th, 2008 10:26 am ET

Pretty easy for me and my democrat leaning friends. If Hillary gets the nomination we'll vote Nader or stay home.

Could care less if it is Obama or Edwards. I'll vote for either of them.

If Hillary wins then it is center – republican vs. right – republican.

PT   January 9th, 2008 10:26 am ET

Now people will be more in tune to what Hillary has to say. And her years of working for the middle class in America will be more relevant. Our gal is back!!!!

Suzann Settle   January 9th, 2008 10:26 am ET

I cannot believe you are reporting this. I booed him, too, in the privacy of my own home. Are you also going to report when Obama staffers and supporters make disparaging remarks about Hillary at their campaign headquarters….and you know they do. Your reporting is so silly that you are on the brink of irrelevancy.

Fox   January 9th, 2008 10:25 am ET

Does not surprise me. Shows their lack of class.

NWeb   January 9th, 2008 10:24 am ET

I happen to support Hillary Clinton, but I believe that everyone has a right to be heard. Booing another candidate is just poor manners; but I hope that people will not use those bad manners as a reason not to vote for Clinton.

JimmyG   January 9th, 2008 10:24 am ET

Better vote for Clinton. You wouldn't want to make her cry again, would you?

Rachel DeMaria   January 9th, 2008 10:24 am ET

I am personally thrilled that Hillary won last night. She is sincere. Obama's campain is filled with lies and false hopes. He is filling the American peoples heads with all this garbage about getting out of Iraq. In reality if he gets in office none of that will happen. He is too inexperienced to deal with Washington. I think he needs more time in senate before he tries for the White House.

Sebastian   January 9th, 2008 10:23 am ET

I feel bad saying this but Im glad… I don't hate Obama it's just I can't stand him!
There is just something about him that seems off… He feels really Fake!

Shane, rockville maryland   January 9th, 2008 10:23 am ET

If your going to vote Republican if Hillary wins……then your just plain stupid and dont merit any more comments than that!

andrea   January 9th, 2008 10:23 am ET

To whomever said they would vote Republican for the first time if Hillary wins…you think you're the only one in the world that is considering voting Republican?? I said the same if Obama won…so I just cancelled your vote…I love Democracy.

Police State   January 9th, 2008 10:22 am ET

What is wrong with you people in New Hampshire? Are you sheep? Please, all you folks in South Carolina…please do not make the mistake that NH made. We need change, not another dynasty in Washington.

robbie juan   January 9th, 2008 10:22 am ET

Obama is a kin to Malcom X, not Martin Luther. Remember that later in the race. He preaches but he dosn't deliver a solution, just a push to get what he wants, not what is right.

Listen to his speeches, review his past and plans, it's not about the AMerican people, the free world etc. it's about what he wants, domination and power. Not solutions for a better America, not peace, not protection.

Sharon Wendzel   January 9th, 2008 10:22 am ET

The Clintons have managed to make this yellow-dog democrat realize that they are liars and con artists. Even if they win (by destroying Obama), I plan to sit on my hands in November and I will not vote for them or anyone. I've had enough of their bad behavior….as much of the country did in the late 90's.

Peter   January 9th, 2008 10:21 am ET

Obama is like Bush. he don't know how to be a president.

We paid for Bush. but facing the big economic problem and war in Iraq, Afgan. we cannot afford now to pay for the second time for Obama.

Vote for Hillary and live better life.

Hillary 2008!

Joe, SoCal   January 9th, 2008 10:21 am ET

Fake tears? You all are forgetting about the completely bogus, staged "Iron my shirt" incident. Women of New Hampster, you will go down in history as dumb.

The Fighting Life   January 9th, 2008 10:21 am ET

That's news? Seriously, CNN?

Gerren   January 9th, 2008 10:21 am ET

Booing is just uncalled for, no matter you support.

Libbey   January 9th, 2008 10:21 am ET

Was he booed for his one word on the issue CHANGE. Is that anything like JUST SAY NO. Silly how we ride the wave on a word. He does say a whole lot of nothing. I am still waiting to hear something I can sink my teeth into, tangible.

Frankly, I would like to know what his change is? Changing his underwear? Changing the color and decor in the White House?

Out with the MEN and in with a WOMAN. That's catchy. Catchy as out with the OLD and in with the NEW, eh?

I am a South Carolina Independent.

Kate   January 9th, 2008 10:20 am ET

Maggie PA .. Let's discuss maybe you might convince me and others like me: WHAT IS HILLARY'S TRACK RECORD?

jacques   January 9th, 2008 10:20 am ET

DONT BELIEVE THIS STORY!! THOSE OF USWHO ARE DEMS AND PARTY PEOPLE LOVE BOTH HILLARY AND BARACK. REMEMBER HOE THE MEDIA WENT ALONG WITH THE SLAM DUNK AND WMDS, THE WAR, HOW THEY PILED ON HILLARY?? DO NOT FALL FOR IT AGAIN> STICK TOGETHER UNLESS YOU WANT ANOTHER BUSH, ROMNEY, high oil prices, lose YOU HOME TO THE BANKS, MORE WARS… THAT WHAT THE MEADI WANTS.

Another florida voter   January 9th, 2008 10:20 am ET

Barack will be the new Bush. He talks all this non-partisan, "united america" talk right now, but in the end, I predict that his ineptness at dealing with a stumbling economy and his inability to properly deal with our foreign counterparts will be they key to his political undoing. I'm all for a united america, but not at the cost of our nation's diplomatic prowess and economic superiority.

Too bad no democrat seems particularly capable of handling our economic crisis … then again, no republican seems to be either.

beatrix tieffenberg   January 9th, 2008 10:20 am ET

i would like to suggest to investigate the origin of the "polls" showing that senator obama would win the contest in new hampshire by a large margin. this kind of "poll results" would tend to lower the impetus of supporters to go to the polls.

Ardelia   January 9th, 2008 10:19 am ET

The Clintons and the Bushes have been in power for the last 20+ years. It is time for a new voice. Nothing against the Clintons but its time for a new voice. I feel if Clinton is elected it will be business as usual in Washington, Clinton will make some changes but she mostly fight with the Republicans and blame them when things go bad. Same ole, Same ole.

Joe   January 9th, 2008 10:19 am ET

And I thought NH women were smart.

Matt   January 9th, 2008 10:19 am ET

good job hillary-ites…a great display of the divisive politics as usual that ms. clinton represents. after all these years of Bush, you're going to boo a progressive like obama? I don't begrudge your preference for Hillary, but let's not lose sight of the real foe here.

jep   January 9th, 2008 10:18 am ET

You know what? Hilary WON!!!!!!!!! dispite all the bitterness and attacks toward her. The media was all along wrong, they tried to paint a bad image about the Clintons, even Obama and Edwards ganged against her but you know what? The American people and even so the true people of NH have chosen because they know who is best fit to lead this great country. No matter what nonsense you come up with, It is Hilary Clinton all the way to the White house come Nov'08. Just keep it real folks it is not over until it is over.
Go Hilary!! Go!! and don't let any of these negative attacks hinder distract you from being focused, you are a strong lady and you can make the difference. Now they have nothing to say because they are ashamed of what they said after Iowa "It is Obama and I…." Give me a break, this about the United States of America voting not Iowa or NH, there are 48 states to go. And Hilary will sail through, but you can rattle your mouth whichever way you want to because Hilary has won.
Hilary 08 and beyond!!!!

Nicholas   January 9th, 2008 10:18 am ET

I start by saying I am a registered Republican but will change and vote for the democrats for CHANGE, IF OBAMA IS THE NOMNIEE.
The time for Change is now If we keep going the same old way, this country will be set for failure. If you are a democrat and want change please come out an participate in the primaries and vote for the candidate that best represent CHANGE. The country needs someone who can unite both parties not a divider. So the time is now to unite behind OBAMA. He is geninue and sincere
and tells us all about his life. Please let us all rise up and believe."YES WE CAN"

Jason   January 9th, 2008 10:17 am ET

People, stop eating up the soundbites. Obama has more public service experience than Hillary Clinton. Look it up!!!! He has more experience in policy making! First ladies are seldom (if at all) involved in policy making! Gosh, wake up!
If you are not sure about Obama's "substance", take some time to go on his website and actually read what his plans are. He covers all of the issues, health care, the war, economy, poverty, etc. It's all there, just read it. You don't have to agree with him, just stop relying on sound bites to influence your decision.

Mark Washington NC   January 9th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Personally, I think we should all be very CAREFUL about bashing fellow Democrats! We'll have to get behind and support whichever candidate gets the nomination. And booing one of them during this time simply has no place in what we're trying to do – which is to:

-prevent any more illegal wars of choice
-end the subversion of the U.S. Constitution
-improve America's reputation abroad
-reverse the ongoing destruction of our environment
-keep right wing religious whackos from going any further in their takeover of the government
-returning science to its rightful place in informing policy

Cathy   January 9th, 2008 10:16 am ET

MR OBAMA IS A CLASS ACT AND WE AS HIS SUPPORTERS REFLECT THAT AND CONGRATULATED HER.

THE CLINTONS ARE CLASSLESS AND THE BOOS FROM THEIR SUPPORTERS REFLECT THEM.

Mike   January 9th, 2008 10:16 am ET

Classy,

She campaigns negatively against him and he talks about hope and the future and her supporters think he's a bad guy. Nice.

Aaron Z.   January 9th, 2008 10:16 am ET

If HRC gets the nomination, the Republicans will be in the White House again. There are several Democrats that I know would vote republican before voting for HRC.

As for Obama, I have heard several Republicans who said they would vote for Obama if he won the nomination because they respect him.

HRC seems fake. Her crying episode was fake. Her speech last night seemed that it was one that someone else wrote. The Clintons are saying that Obama's hopes are false.

Obama is very genuine. He talks from the heart. His speeches may be written, but they seem that they are written by himself. And as Obama said last night, there is nothing false about hope.

Here is why I caucused for Obama in Iowa. HE does not believe in red and blue states, but the United States. HE is the candidate that can bring a divided nation together. HE is the one that can improve the United States' standing in the world. HE is the one that can give hope to everyone in this great country. He has led a life committed to change, and he is the one that will bring the best change to this country.

L.G   January 9th, 2008 10:16 am ET

I congratulate Mrs HC for her victory; but I really like to ask Obama to pursue his dream. I trully believe he is the right ONE for this time.

ROUSS   January 9th, 2008 10:15 am ET

Obama supporters apparently missed Hillary congratulating ALL the democrat contenders for the great job that they are are doing in her victory speech and everyone of her supporters clapped…..noone reported that!!! Either Clinton or Obama winning the whole thing is a BIG change in US but lets give both candidates equal scrutiny….

Tom,Michigan   January 9th, 2008 10:15 am ET

Hillary doesn't have the ingenuity that Obama has. She keeps steeling ideas from Obama on everything. She took change word from him and lot of other things. She is just copying. In Iowa she had bunch of old people in the stage when she gave the concession speech, but look in NH, she filled it with all the college kids like Obama. That is the problem with her, she makes the right decisions only after she fails in her own decision. This shows her lack of judgement in making the decisions. That is what she did in case of Iraq /Iran. You cannot govern a country like this. Either she or her advicers are fit to govern this country. Only Obama can make right decisions as he has proven again and again. She knows only copying

dave kerr   January 9th, 2008 10:14 am ET

It is sad to see reactions such as Clintons supporters booing other canadates. However it is not surprising. When you support a canadate who cries at the thought of loosing a job for her husband, I would be wondering if she would cry when faced with an important decision or crises situation, or would she just let Bill handle it again.
A curious and interested Canadian

RedSea Foreign National   January 9th, 2008 10:14 am ET

If CNN is not on an anti-Hillary campaign, how come they take 12 hours to post my comments, long after the article and comments of the blog are buried on the 3rd page. Also notable, that my posts are backed with solid references and examples of what I do not like about Obama. They are slectively posting comments.

Joel, Pittsburgh, PA   January 9th, 2008 10:14 am ET

>>WHY NOT GIVE A CHANCE finally to a SMART
>>Intelligent Women, perhaps she can do a better job !

Because, frankly, I want someone in the White House whose name is neither Clinton nor Bush for the first time in 28 years. If Hillary wins two terms, that's 36 years of Bush/Clinton.

Enough. Time for new ideas. The US is not a dynastic empire. Or are we?

Lori   January 9th, 2008 10:14 am ET

My mother, my Republican anti-abortion friend and I were all undecided up until Hillary came in second in Iowa. Now we are all for Hillary. Then the "unfeeling robot" showed some human emotion and the right-wing (and even some left-wing) zealots starting piling on. And she just kept going. I've never seen anyone go through as much crap as she has, personally and politically, and have the strength to keep fighting. Hillary's balls are bigger than any of the guys who are running. You GO, girl!

Guillermo   January 9th, 2008 10:14 am ET

http://www.cnn.com/ELECTION/2008/primaries/results/scorecard/#D

Florida Voter   January 9th, 2008 10:14 am ET

Toni – Incase you really didn't know, Barack's speech was also clearly pre-written. It was obviously memorized, although I must admit that it was very well orated, in my opinion. Barack's a master orator, but then again, so was Hitler. My point is, I think we all need to look beyond what someone says they can do and look more closely at what can realistically be accomplished, rather than relying on potentially false promises of "change."

Will Quinn   January 9th, 2008 10:14 am ET

I began to boo at home too. Why aren't I on the ticker?

rv   January 9th, 2008 10:14 am ET

correction: obama obviously uses a teleprompter. i wouldn't want to give such a speech without one either, but let's just get our facts straight. note that there are no teleprompters in debates, and there he doesn't fare quite as well as his great speeches…

John   January 9th, 2008 10:13 am ET

Here you go again. Trying to create controversy when there is none. When will you in the media learn that most of us have little to no respect for you.

Jr., California   January 9th, 2008 10:13 am ET

Congrats to H.C. Shame on the voters that boo Obama. Democrats booing Democrats … priceless.

Joan   January 9th, 2008 10:13 am ET

Good grief! Didn't anyone hear the "almost silent" applause from the Obama supporters when Obama praised Clinton's participation in the election? And, didn't anyone hear the loud applause from Clinton's supporters when she praised, by name, each of the democratic candidates for their participation in the process.

At least be accurate in your observations and comments.

crc   January 9th, 2008 10:12 am ET

HRC tears were real, but she was only crying because she thought she was going to lose this primary, they were self pity tears.

Obama is very inspiring, and uplifting. I truely believe he would make a change. I to would rather vote republican then see HRC in the White House.

JR   January 9th, 2008 10:12 am ET

The party of diversity and tolerance. YEAH, RIGHT!

jmeder   January 9th, 2008 10:12 am ET

Please! Please! Please! Tell me what the former first lady has accomplished in her political career?

sean   January 9th, 2008 10:12 am ET

random question….does anyone know the total percect of america that voted in the last election?

Virginia   January 9th, 2008 10:11 am ET

One comment is that Obama spoke 'off the cuff". He did not. After his speech it was reported that he used a teleprompter. I like his speeches, but let's get it right.

Mac in Nova Scotia   January 9th, 2008 10:11 am ET

Do America a big favor, vote for Obama if you are a Democrat, vote for McCain if you are Republican. At least these two are honest. The ideal ticket would be Obama with Edwards as V.P. The Clintons forgot that America is a Democracy not a Monarchy. Undo the damage done by the present administration and elect a President who gives the rest of the world a reason to have hope for the future. Obama or McCain can do that. Clinton is too much of a Pit Bull.

Jennifer   January 9th, 2008 10:10 am ET

I am an American woman of African American decent and I have not made up my mind yet on whom I will cast my ballot. However, the comments that I overwhelmingly hear from the pundits and commentators concerning why black’s and especially black women should support Senator Obama have really started to irritate me. Why it is the assumption that all blacks should support Obama’s candidacy, we are individuals and think as individuals or should.
My five year old daughter and I were picking out a new place mat for her spot at the dinner table, she had several choices one of which was the pictures of the U.S. Presidents, she took a moment to look at the faces and said “I don’t want that one” when I asked why she replied “There are no girls on it”. Her concern was not that there were no black faces but no one she identified with.
Please give the voters more credit than voting based on what you tell us to be concerned about and for just one moment consider that we are voting based on personal convictions. If it is truly the desire of this nation to move past judging people by the color of their skin then don’t expect someone to vote based on what we all say shouldn’t be a criterion for judgment.

maggie,PA   January 9th, 2008 10:10 am ET

Also, don't forget the human rights issues that the Clinton's put into place. The balaced budget. the surplus and social security's solvency that it had during the democrats 8 yr during the 90's.We need jobs, security for people who don't have a voice in our society, and the right to chose if we want more of the Bush idealism or tactics in Washington. I know I don't. GO HILLARY!!

Youngn in ATL   January 9th, 2008 10:10 am ET

I think what they're trying to bring to our attention with this statement is whether Hillary supporters will switch their vote to a republican vote if Obama gets the nomination. I think that's the big question, are we creating division within the party? And is that division fueled by the wrong reasons leading to a switch in party/candidate votes.

Dom   January 9th, 2008 10:10 am ET

Obama is an inspirational awesome leader. A man who has the qualities to unite this divided country and reddem it's statue in the world community.

Hilary will continue to be divisive and vindictive. It is so apprent in her speeches and her campaigns and her followers. she lives, talks and walks negative, manipulative politics, acting as if the common people are fools (some obviously are, taken in by the hint of tears) – but the fact remains she is corrupt, and divisive – she stands no chance against McCain should he win the Republican ticket.

Guillermo   January 9th, 2008 10:09 am ET

Look at the crying now !
Get over yourselves Obamabots, you are sounding like everyone should bowing at Barack's feet.
He will have to earn the right to be the candidate of the Democrat Party just anybody else would.
BTW, Hillary didn't shed any tears the other day but did show human emotions

V. Leonard   January 9th, 2008 10:09 am ET

That's just rude… but typical politics.
Obama supporters — much more positive and enthusiastic for his POSITIVE message.
On to other states, Barack!

Jeff H   January 9th, 2008 10:09 am ET

Sen. Obama has been talking about change in Washington since the start. The change he is talking about begins with how Washington and this country is run. It is about uniting the people in the U.S. as a bipartisan voice. If Hillary wins, the only change will be whose pockets are being filled with special interest group money and the name behind the title. And a word about elect ability, I have talked to several republicans who caucused for Obama, several independents who did the same, and several democrats during the Iowa caucus. The only people who said they would vote for Hillary we the people in her camp. The others would either not vote, vote republican, or hope for a third party to emerge. To quote my wife, Hillary is like an olive, you either love her or hate her.

jinishans   January 9th, 2008 10:09 am ET

Obama fans, dont get booed yourself for a defeat with just 3%. Come on and speak about figures.

BTW, written speaches are nothing but planning. Obama is an orator, an orator can speak a lot in the field, but reality is always different. Speakers can mesmarize people, Obama can win also. But, think of a sec about reality. The other side Rep had voted for "Not a Speaker, Not a Businessmen, Not a New guy". A person with hell a lot of Experience.

I feel, NY Rep had chosen their Candidate, who can win the White House in 08. Im not against Obama nor supporting Clinton. I like Edwards, who speaks more frankly, his voice is his feelings. But, those things does not work. U got to beat Rep. For that, i Strongly Strongly feel, Hilary is the person.

Needless to say, already he has lot of contrversial subjects to speak. If Obama Wins, McCain & Rep. machine is going to Tear him apart. If Hilary wins the Nomination, Hilary will def. teach a lesson and more importantly, will win the WH. Winning WH is more important for Dem than who wins within Dems.

Jasmine   January 9th, 2008 10:08 am ET

I'm sure Hillary herself was among the booers, but CNN decided not to report it. Just goes to show the caliber of people that vote for her, and that would likely be in positions of power if she won. I hope that anyone but her wins the nomination.

Paula Ransom   January 9th, 2008 10:07 am ET

I havent decided who I am supporting yet but I have to comment on this piece – This is trivial and I am disappointed that anyone at CNN thought it was news worthy.

Naomi, PA   January 9th, 2008 10:07 am ET

Unfortunately a few supporters booed Obama, i'm sure there has been booers from the Obama supporters but since someone in the crowd heard a few boos this is news. I watched Hillarys speech last night and did not hear any boos, so it could not of been that loud for all the world to hear. What I did notice is when Obama congratulated Hillary the claps were very low but no one focused on that. Go figure…All your mud slinging doesn't help the democratic party, just makes us look bad. My question is, is it true Obama won't wear an American flag pin or anything flag related to the USA. If this is true, then why are we supporting him? I hope everyone that is supporting Obama is very proud of the USA and makes a point to this matter…Both Hillary and Obama are great politicians, but which one is prouder of the USA.

Jerry   January 9th, 2008 10:07 am ET

Let's start getting more "news" reports about who shows up at campaign rallies and boos at candiadtes. Then we can make a "truly informed" decision on the future of America. What ever happened to real reporting and truth finding, investigative reporting ?????????????????????????????????

ANDREW SMITH   January 9th, 2008 10:06 am ET

Its a shame to Hilarry and her supporters to boo a presidential candidate opponent in this country.I think we really need change and this our generation should stand up for a change.

jimdon   January 9th, 2008 10:06 am ET

1,716 ago,aboard the Majestic USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, George Bush said "WE AND OUR ALLIES HAVE PREVAILED,,OUR MISSION IN IRAQ HAS BEEN ACCOMPLISHED", [do you remember the banner ? ]since that day over 3,900 of our kids have been KILLED,and thousands have been MAIMED, America will pay the price of this folly for decades, every GOP candidate but RON PAUL backs the Bush policy ,of continuing this illegal war,, every DEMOCRATIC candidate vows to end this illegal war,and to bring our children home,and provide them with the care they will need..
GO DEMOCRATS / GO RON PAUL

just joe   January 9th, 2008 10:06 am ET

Is this piece of…..er…tripe…an illustration of good reporting? I fwould expect that you find the loyal followers of whomever the candidate taking it out on the opposition. You lately seem to be going down the yellow brick road in your effusive comments on Obama's candidacy. Get him in a room and make him tell us what in hell he means by CHANGE. CNN has been advocating it for a long time……………..now it appears you have jumped on a bandwagon for no apparent reason. I can understand this kind of approach from the F network, but not you guys……

mike walker   January 9th, 2008 10:05 am ET

Maybe they won't boo if Obama sheds a tear.

John   January 9th, 2008 10:05 am ET

She is not Bill Clinton. She is very political and cannot bring change and lead this country as Barack Obama or any other candidate.
Sources have said that Bill Clinton doesn't want her to win or even believes in her as a president, he's just acting along as a husband. Sure he likes black people, but that doesn't mean she does too.

Listen to Oprah Winfrey, she has done nothing but great things for this country and it's people. She is very credible in America than anyone I can imagine. She wouldn't have come forward and endorsed Barack Obama if she didn't believe in what he can do for this country.

Oprah doesn't want her name tarnished, she believes in Obama and let's please vote for Obama or someone else, and do not allow hilary to tell you that she cares, she doesn't.

I am a white man, born and raised in the United States and a veteran. I live in New york and I have written letters to senators of New York State multiple times about different issues in the City and personally.

I have written to the office of Major Bloomberg, Hilary Clinton, (whom I liked very much), Charles Schumer, even local community leaders…the list is long. And I can proudly say that all of them responded to all my letters multiple times with recommendations, some even had their secretaries called me to make sure all was ok; NOT ONCE DID HILARY RESPONDED TO ONE OF MY LETTERS, NOT ONCE.

I am very disappointed in her as a citizen of the United States and a veteran, she's political and will be worst than George Bush.

She won women's vote in New Hamshire because it's obvious that she acted to cry and women took pity on her..and yes, sources have said that the news on yahoo yesterday that two guys screamed out at Hilary's Campagne "Wash our Clothes" HA! Those guys were told to do that.. they are friends of people who work for Hilary…all POLITICAL. See people!!! Worst of all, she doesn't give a rats ass about black people. She's just using them..don't be fooled.

AB   January 9th, 2008 10:04 am ET

Hillary said in her speech she found her voice. That voice is sounding a lot like Obama's. Listen to the Candidate speeches before Obama won Iowa and listen at them now. Obama's candidacy is changing the election so I know he can galvanized the American People to change this country.

Richard   January 9th, 2008 10:04 am ET

So they booed. Hillary never voted for the war. She voted to allow Bush to use military force if the U.N. voted for it. He attacked before they had a chance to vote. So that is why Obama is spreading false propaganda. BOO!!

John   January 9th, 2008 10:04 am ET

This is NOT news. Get back tro reporting the news. Making such ridiculous staories "news worthy" discredits you and takes your eye off the things you should ne reporting on; kind of like missing Senator Clinton's ability to win in NH, against EVERY news outlets predictions and glee.

Dan Kamyck   January 9th, 2008 10:04 am ET

This is when I stopped reading CNN.com. Way to offer compelling coverage.

PoliSciPHD   January 9th, 2008 10:04 am ET

Everyone boos ANY other side – just because Hillary supporters, it's getting extra attention. BOOOOO.

Delilah   January 9th, 2008 10:03 am ET

I was disappointed to see how easily women were moved by Hillary playing "the damsel in distress." People made a grave mistake in voting for Bush for all the wrong reasons. Judging by how his father ran the country the warning signs of the upcoming disaster were clear, but many thought it would be cute to have father & son presidents. How pathetic can we be that we can change or make a decision on something so important as our future in one day. People should have already had their minds made up before the primaries based on what each candidate has proven to them prior to, not vote based on who's story is most touching during their last words. Wake Up America!! Do you really want to live in regret for another four years? If a candidate is not honest, open , & upfront now, what do you think they will be like during their term. Vote for the open-book!!!

Seth   January 9th, 2008 10:03 am ET

Is it true that Clintons are building house in Dubai? Why would a Presidential candidate build house in another country? I am curious to know about it.

Wufpakmom, Illinois   January 9th, 2008 10:02 am ET

There's always going to be a few bad apples in the barrel folks – I'm not going to slam-dance Ms. Clinton's campaign because a couple of ill-mannered boors behaved badly. But, as many others have pointed out, why is this news?

On the other hand, I'm not going to annoint St. Hillary, either. Someone has posted earlier, "It's her turn to be president". TURN? This isn't hopskotch people, we're talking about the leader of the free world.

As far as I'm concerned, the big loser's last night are every consultant, commentator, pundit, polster, policy wonk, talking head and so-called "political expert". When are you folks gonna figure out that we can make our own decisions, thank you very much, and do our own analysis. I say Bravo! to the people of New Hampshire who delivered a well-deserved smack in the eye to the mainstream media. "Live free or die" indeed.

Frank, NY   January 9th, 2008 10:02 am ET

because they lack class. they follow their leader.

Janet   January 9th, 2008 10:01 am ET

Someone need to shut Chris Mathews up

This morning on the Morning Joe program he said that the reason that Hilary

is where she is is because her husband had an affair, he is so mad that she won
.
I would like to say that he paid for that with impeachment, why can't they let go

of it ?

If this continues I can see a mobilization of women in this country coming together

and it won't be a pretty scene for the Chris Mathews and Hannity's.because there

is a very high percentage of women that know of Men that have cheated on there

Husbands.The stakes are high if women band together.

We don't need Chris on the election returns if he can't be fair and let others be

able to talk more then him.

He definitely reminds me of a Clinton Hater and thats sad when we are trying to

bring this Country together and he's on the air spreading so much hatred.

I can see his ratings going down because thers also a price to pay for being

so hateful to someone that did nothing to him.

He needs to keep his nose out of the Clinton's bedroom, IT'S NONE OF HIS

BUSINESS.

What he dosen't realize he is sending voters to Hillary's side.

AJ, IL   January 9th, 2008 10:01 am ET

I am disappointed that Obama didn't win New Hampshire, but am happy with the close second place finish. Hillary is not the "Comeback Kid" and didn't pull up an upset no matter what the media claims. Hillary led in the polls over Obama from Feb 2007 to Dec 2007 by an average of 10 to 20 pts. After Obama's win 9pt win over Hillary in Iowa, many of the polls re-tooled and pushed out new polls are soon as possible with only 5 days between Iowa and New Hampshire voting.

Hillary won over Obama by only 3pts after leading him by 15 pts for much 2007 year. This only proves that the polls won't be as reliable in the past due to the new voters Obama is attracting. Hillary supporters have to thank John Edwards for staying in the Presidential race. Edwards garnered 17% of the vote in which 70% of his support suggested Obama as their second choice. If Edwards would have been out of the New Hampshire race, Obama could have reached 48% with Hillary at 41%.

The Clinton supporters booed Obama's stance on the Iraq War because Bill Clinton has intentional been distorting (a.k.a. lying) about Obama's public stance. All the mainstream media has already confirmed Obama's position on the Iraq War back when Obama denounced the war back in 2003 before it started. The Democratic base that has been so anti-Iraq war that supports Hillary are continuing to be ignorant of her vote, because Bill Clinton has diverted attention away from it. If anyone is a liar about his position on the war, it is Bill Clinton. Voters in their 30s on up, remember that Bill Clinton has problems telling the truth all the time. This the same guy (President) who went on national television in January of 1998 and told America "I DID NOT HAVE SEXUAL RELATIONS WITH THAT WOMAN!" Then in February of 1999 got on national TV to apologize for lying to America the year before. GIVE ME A BREAK!

dean   January 9th, 2008 10:00 am ET

people say that clinton, put on an act ,with her chocking up,and with her phony tears, well let me tell you i,ve seen many man, do the same thing, when they watch a parade,when the marine band gose by, and when they see the staude,of libery, for the first time ,or go too pearl harbor, or any thing that has to do with this county i ,ve done this my self, and im a 71 young lady , so i know how she feels about the u.s.a. if theres any one there,says that they havent choke up at one time or another, even when our flage ,gose by then theres some wrong with them . dean from ft.mohave az.

PD   January 9th, 2008 9:59 am ET

Keep this in perspective less than 1% of the nation has voted, such a huge deal is made of such a tiny result.

Saint   January 9th, 2008 9:59 am ET

To all the people who are asking why this is news, I have an answer for you. It's news because it needs to be heard across the country by all undecided voters that these are the type of people who associate themselves with Clinton…immature, simple minded people who care more about sound bytes and the superficiality that is Clinton. Obama, as someone else pointed out, speaks from the heart and is intelligent. He thinks through things instead of just reacts on emotions. THAT's what we need in this country…more intelligence and thinking, not reacting. OBAMA IN 08!!!!!
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Every one should watch what happened New Hampshire Democratic Party’s 100 Club dinner and see what the Obama supporters did.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZaKFTbG3Vw
kinda surprised CNN wouldn't report this

dave rowan   January 9th, 2008 9:59 am ET

correct me if im wrong, i thought nominations were won on amount of delegates won, and since obama and clinton both got 9 delegates in new hampshire,,how can she be declared the winner? unless its based on percentages, and if thats the case, then i would understand,, but i do believe you need to win "x- amount" of delegates to win the nomination,, not the highest percentage of the vote….either way,, lookslike obama and clinton tied,, because they both won 9 delegates in new hampshire…….

Lil   January 9th, 2008 9:59 am ET

I like all the Democrats..Hillary…Obama…Edwards. I feel good for the first time in 8 years concerning the direction the country will go towards with a Democrat in the White House. I really feel "it's all good". Go Obama…Go Hillary…Go Edwards!

Adios Bush….thats what's important.

sean   January 9th, 2008 9:59 am ET

Is she really that experienced? And why do you honestly want the typical candidate… she seems like she would fit in with the fishy adminisration we have now.
But I guess she is the candidate for change? I love her "original" ideas.

Todd   January 9th, 2008 9:59 am ET

This is news? That some folks at Hillary Clinton's campaign HQ booed Obama? I would assume they do that every day. This is an irresponsibly titled and positioned item. In fact, it's not worth the screen space.

Paul, Tampa, FL   January 9th, 2008 9:58 am ET

Yeah, yeah. I guess that makes Hillary an awful person. Rush Limbaugh was correct after all.

Get over yourselves people. At least they didn't shout "iron my shirt"

John, Richmond, VA   January 9th, 2008 9:58 am ET

Supporting a Clinton is insane, because it is an endorsement for more divisiveness. What's the matter America, haven't you had enough? To those who embrace Hillary's platform, what makes you believe she can overcome the animosity she and her husband have stoked over the past 16 years? This ridiculous partisanship in Washington will not likely end as long as there is a Bush or a Clinton in the WH.

Bob Potter   January 9th, 2008 9:58 am ET

The boos from Clinton supporters do not surprise me. They are a clear manifestation of the meanness and lack of generosity that reside within the Clintons themselves, and so clearly characterize their campaign. Bill Clinton has descended into plain nastiness and Mark Penn is beneath contempt–and with him running the campaign, what should one expect from the Clintons but gutter tactics. Hillary's speech after the New Hampshire victory could not have been less gracious–she was gloating. All of this should make it plain what kind of a presidency we would get under her–same old bitter partisan chaos. She really is back to the future.

john R   January 9th, 2008 9:58 am ET

COME ON EVERYBODY WANTS BILL AS THE FIRST FIRST GENTLEMAN

IM Canadian   January 9th, 2008 9:57 am ET

1. Thank you to my friends and neighbors in the U.S. – I love to watch your politics and find it exciting that so many more people are engaged this time (hope the enthusiasm spreads North when we get into our next election cycle).

2. CNN IS NOT being anti-Hillary. Hil-lovers, quit reaching for excuses. Clinton is neither held back by negative press nor overcoming of some fantasy barriers that have her so hard done by.

3. Her victory was – not amazing. She is not a "comeback kid". She was supposed to run the table. She should have 2 victories by now but… no… a third and a first. Obama, a second and a first. She is falling away because she has no foundation beyond career ambition. Obama speaks like a president – Hillary does not match up to this at all.

4. Bill Clinton was neither a good leader nor a good president, simply a good politician. The 90's were "EASY". In Canada we had Chretien during the same timeframe as Clinton and Chretien was equally feckless but the economies ran themselves well enough. I am hopeful that thoughtful U.S. voters will ignore ridiculous ideas that a Clinton presidency equates to a repeat of the 90's good times. It's not the 90's, Hillary is a wonderful American, but she is divisive and ambitious for all the wrong reasons.

maggie,PA   January 9th, 2008 9:57 am ET

I think that we should count our blessings that we have someone like Hillary and Obama in the race. Just because the debates have begun, isn't it important to look closely at all the candidates and their backgrounds and accomplishments before pitting one another agaist each other? All of the Democratic candidates look good, but the one candidate that stands out to most voters right now is Hillary Clinton. Don't vote for someone for the color of their skin…Obama could be blue and Hillary pink. Just because someone says they will make change doesn't mean they have..vote for someone who has already proven with their track record that they speak of and carry out thewords they speak. Saying you will make change and actually making change are two different things entirely

Javier   January 9th, 2008 9:57 am ET

I have been somewhat indecisive about choosing between Obama and Hillary. But, over the past several months, I have to say, Obama is a very inspiring speaker. He actually makes you feel proud to be an American again! Congrats to Hillary last night on her winning the primary in NH and I'm sure the tears were a decisive factor in her win in NH. And yes, people should give her a break because throughout last year, because other canidates have persistently tagged team to win against Hillary (mostly instigated by Edwards). But, I'm still hoping that Obama wins the nomination. He's very classy and even encouraged his supporters to congrat Hillary. And yes, not everyone applaused when he said this but there were some people clapping. His speeches APPEAR to be not about him or about how he has changed for the better or how he has improved his strategy to become a better canidate (as per Hillary declaration of this last night) but his central theme is about WE, the American people. He continues to encourage all races and ages to unite in order to make a change. He doesn't believe that he will be the only person that will make that change. Oh yeah, not once did Hillary say congrats to Obama in her speech last night. It was only about how she changed for the "better" since Iowa. And people wonder why Obama is likeable?!

lin   January 9th, 2008 9:56 am ET

We are about to dump CNN, you ARE… most ANTI-HILLARY network …all day, over and over and over.
You should find out who had the "IRON MY SHIRT" sign at a Hillary rally? CNN talk about that!! You fired us up, made us mad and made up our minds. We will be WORKING for Hillary and DONATING to her campaign.

SSGT. Brooks (USAF)   January 9th, 2008 9:56 am ET

What we don't need in America is a soft crying leader! What we need is a leader that can bring about the necessary change that our nation and military needs. Senator Obama has a strong record for defending veterans in this country and I think that he's our man!

If Hillary wants to start mud-slinging then she needs to do that to the Republicans, because it doesn't work with me. You don't gain experience simply because your husband has been in office, you gain experience because you've been in office. In my opinion, Senator Obama certainly has just as much or even more when you consider his State Senate Leadership experience, than Hillary Clinton. Therefore, her notion that she will bring experience to the office is hogwash.

As the media continues to show what they want us to see, then the race will go in the direction it (the media) wants it to go and there's nothing we can do about it. Senator Obama is not mud-slinging or asking for anything except fairness. Fairness in reporting, fairness in coverage, and fairness in accuracy. Hillary Clinton was elevated anotch for two reasons, the mud-slinging and her husband interceding on her behalf. If the American people wanted whining cry-baby, then we would have chosen Hillary in Iowa. However, we want a strong and vibrant America who's economy will be revitalized with jobs and stability, along with a strong leadership role across the globe and that is something that you cannot get by crying!

Thanks

Jim, IA   January 9th, 2008 9:56 am ET

Big surprise…

And the Clinton camp wants all the other Dem candidates to drop out so it can be just Clinton v. Obama… Gee, I wonder how the campaign will be run when that happens??? Can you say open the attack floodgates??? We already saw a taste of the hate in Bill's little rant. If it becomes Clinton v. Obama, the Clinton camp will be able to target all their attacks (and money) at Obama with limited threat of driving voters to another candidate.

How about some real change! What happened to the Democratic party being the enlightened, compassionate party that I once identified with?

John J   January 9th, 2008 9:56 am ET

SO!

Jason   January 9th, 2008 9:55 am ET

First off I'd like to congratulate Senator Clinton on her win last night. I watched her speech and didn't hear an overwhelming clamour of boos. However, we need to stick to the real issues here. I agree that boos will be heard within any contingent of supports regardless of party.
I would be interested to know why people keep standing by the statement that
Hillary has 35 years of experience. I'd hope that people do their own research rather than succumbing to soundbites to support their candidate.
Hillary Clinton – 6 years in the Senate (junior senator), Partner of law firm in Little Rock 10+ years, Staff Congressional Attorney for one year. First Lady of Arkansas and of United States.
Barack Obama – 3 years in the Senate (junior senator) + 7 years in Illinois State Senate, taught constitutional law at U of Chicago law school while in State Senate, President of Harvard Law Review (first African American in 104 year history), Civil Rights attorney.
He has more public service experience than her as a matter of fact. I'd say this do to the fact that he was always in a postion to influence and actually take part in policy making. Mrs. Clinton has had less experience in doing so.
I honestly believe that both of them would make fine candidates, but the experience thing is something people really need to research more and understand more fully. Good luck to all of the candidates the rest of the way!

Leslie   January 9th, 2008 9:55 am ET

I'm always watching CNN, but this story by Sasha Johnson is the kind of thing that has me considering switching channels. It is so lame and ridiculous; why did CNN let it go to press?

eOpinion   January 9th, 2008 9:55 am ET

Not much news here, I agree.

I'm worried that this Democratic Party trend of picking losers is starting to find a sure loser….AGAIN. I was actually hopeful that that trend was no longer going to continue (after Iowa). But now I have doubts.

The GOP wants this candidate because they know they can beat her. They can make a candidate so distasteful to large segments of voters (despite ability, character, etc.) and Hillary is just what they need. She's no better than the rest of the potential democratic candidates but with a lot of baggage (and a lot of money behind her). In fact, all that money, corporate support, etc. makes her less appealing and less likely to truly get us off the track that Bush has us on.

PLEASE TELL ME DEMOCRATS ARE NOT GOING TO DO THIS TO THEMSELVES AGAIN. IF SHE WINS THE NOMINATION, YOU DID IT TO YOURSELVES. I HAVE NO SYMPATHY FOR PATHETIC LOSERS THAT LOVE TO GET BEHIND CANDIDATES WHO CAN'T WIN.

john   January 9th, 2008 9:55 am ET

that 's what your country needs another clinton this is some one who has a wealth of experience to draw from being married to a two term president obama you'll have your chance in 2016 you need more experience GO HILLARYALL OF US IN CANADA ARE BEHIND YOU

John Peters   January 9th, 2008 9:54 am ET

I have always wanted to vote Democratic in the General Election, my goal is to have a new direction in the helm of affairs in this country.

However, if Hillary wins the democratic primary, I will vote republican. Any republican is better than another Clinton in the Whitehouse, the republicans might win or might not win, but that is how I intend to exercise my civil right & reposibility to vote.

spiritof76   January 9th, 2008 9:54 am ET

What's the matter with booing? Isn't it about time there was some honesty in politics? Obama, and most of the other top candidates, give us a whole lot to boo about. Let get back to old fashioned politics, the kind that has been suffocated by soundbites, planted questions and media events. Say what you mean, mean what you say, and let the chips fall where they may. Time to raise hell, folks.

Kessington, Cleveland, Ohio   January 9th, 2008 9:53 am ET

Nick, need not bother yourself here. those of us who have followed campaign 08 since the candidates declared in Jan 07 know that there is more hillary hating nad hillary bashing in Camp Obama than there is in all the GOP fields put together which is why we think Obama is just another fake Politician riding on the ignorance of people to call his campaign a movement while denouncing other campaigns. Hillary was always positive and showing us what she wants to achieve but barack was always attacking Hillary and even famously got a Coaching from Karl Rove.
Hillary moves onwards to the Pepsi Centre for the Dems Convention in Denver, Colorado!
Hill 08!!!!

Adam   January 9th, 2008 9:53 am ET

I would love to congratulate Hillary (like Obama did)…. but I can't bring myself too….

… When Bill quotes Obama saying "I'm the same as George Bush on the war" (when Obama was describing that now we are in, we need to not leave the country in chaos) Looks like negative politics work, this form the party who were supposedly 'above all that'….

… When Hillary shows none of the grace Obama did when he won Iowa towards her opponents… and when Obama tells his supports to give her applause for HER win in NH (Which she never did, it was all about "I can still win")

… When Hillary (this really saddens me) blatently takes Obama's message of Change.. and runs with it (note all the "Change") signs at her rally.. and note – no Bill on stage, no Wes Clark, no Albright… she listened, and calculated.

It's so disappointing when someone who claims 'they know what to do' because they 'have experience'… ends up winning after only jumping on the bandwagon of a message someone "Inexperienced' has been using consistently. The old sad spin machine is working, and we were hoping for REAL change… We now face the prospect of more months of Hillary tearing down Obama, just like republicans would, then uniting ALL republicans (and independants) against her.

… am I childish for not congratulating her?

CW, Columbia, SC   January 9th, 2008 9:52 am ET

In a previous comment someone cited Hillary Clinton's 35 years of experience. I have also heard her make that claim. If that isn't resume padding, then I don't know what is. She's been a senator for what, 7 years?

sonya   January 9th, 2008 9:52 am ET

Why does being the president's wife and being in the Senate for a short time make Hilliary a more qualified candidate? Was SHE running the country when her husband was president because she says she'll be ready from day 1? Does her crying on camera in New Hampshire make her more human or does it indicate that she's so emotional that in a crisis she's going to break down and show weaknes? If her husband had to get into the action on Tuesday to bail her out does that mean for that for every time there's a crisis he's going to have to fix things for her? She just doesn't seem to be cut out for the pressure of the oval officice, and there clearly seems to be a different standard for her because she's a woman!

Boston guy   January 9th, 2008 9:51 am ET

I like both Clinton and Obama and would like to see either one as President and the other Vice President. Why are we attacking each other when we are all from the same party. It seems to me that there are a lot of mean spirited people from both camps. The Republicans are loving this! This is what the wanted. And to CNN, your reported needs to get the facts straight. The Clinton camp booed when Obama made a reference to himself as being President. What's wrong with that??

twc   January 9th, 2008 9:50 am ET

Regarding experience, Barack Obama has more time in public office than Hillary Clinton does.

Tamu   January 9th, 2008 9:50 am ET

aaahhh she touch the women in NH and the feminists fell back behind these times. My goodness will people will be fooled twice with that act.

Don't get to happy, your tears will not blind all..we clearly see who the best candidate is……the fight has only begun.

So her new tactic is to cry….WOW….sad very sad and even sadder that NH allowed for that to rule them. Open up your eyes…listen with your head and your heart….

….Obama will be the winner

Aimee Black   January 9th, 2008 9:50 am ET

I am so happy that Hillary Clinton won last night. What a terrific victory. Substance over style; actions and experience over flowery rhetoric. Great, great day!

john   January 9th, 2008 9:50 am ET

Could someone please stop the madness! Obama actually WON New Hampshire last night. He got 12 delegates to Clinton's 11. Like the presidential election, the primary is not decided by popular vote, buy by number of delegates won…and in that regard Obama has won BOTH states so far. This certainly doesn't mean that he has a commanding lead, but I don't see how by any stretch of the imagination Clinton has won anything. For pete's sake just a short time ago she was expected to dominate in New Hampshire, and now a 2% 'win' in the popular vote has someone become a miraculous 'comeback' by her? Give me a break.

Unlike many on these message boards, I don't see any consistent support by CNN of a particular candidate, just the typical modern mainstream media's attempt to package and brand an event for profit with nearly complete disregard for what's actually happening.

RedSea Foreign National   January 9th, 2008 9:49 am ET

I have noticed also that CNN is on an anti-Hillary campaign!

For me, a Hillary supporter, I can't believe that any people are so stupid that a few tears will really change anyones mind. I have my mind made up by looking at the Senate websites of both Obama and Clinton, and the Thomas Congressional library to see what kind of legislation both have been involved in.

At first I did not like Obama, but I had no reason, but just had a bad feeling about him. So I decided to investigate my feelings. Like I see most people commenting on this blog are commenting based on their feelings, and it sounds very unintelligent. So now I will tell you why I do not like Obama.

On immigration: Supported Bush-backed immigration reform legislation, which would have increased funding and improved border security technology, improved enforcement of existing laws, and provided a legal path to citizenship for some illegal immigrants. Voted to authorize construction of a 700-mile fence along the U.S.-Mexican border.

HOWEVER Obama voted to bring low-cost foreign labor into New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. What about the African-Americans who were displaced in that city ready and willing to work?

On Iraq, he opposes using military force in Iraq, HOWEVER, his voting record shows that he supports the war. He voted twice in 2006 against bringing America's troops back home, as 1 exapmle. ANd he has removed some of his speeches from his website where he has talked in support of the war.

Obama voted more than five times for USA-PATRIOT's renewal.

Obama's record on choice is less than 50%. He pretends to be pro-choice while voting for anti-choice justices who have vowed to end choice.

His most recently sponored legislation requires the US president to secure around the world all nuclear weapons and nuclear usable material. If this is not a law to sponsor US interventionism around the world, then I do not know what is.

And on his voting record, just go to his website and see that during his term as Senator he is 'not voting' 85% of the time! He sits on the fence and then criticises the voting decisions of others.

He may have been doing a little for Kenya in these days (coincidentally his grandmother lives there) while he is in the news spotlight, but before, he has mainly been busy trying to get funding for Fermilab, a local company contributing to his campaign. Whereas when Hillary was not in the news spotlight, she has visited Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and other places, long ago involved on an international level. Where was Obama? Cying about funding for Fermilab.

Anyone else have anything of intelligence to say that they can back up with references??

And to think my vote would be based on some tears?

Too CNN, I did not even need to know about her tears! This also is not a real story, and I feel deliberately reported to later imply that this is why she one, feeding off the gossipy catty nature of people who do not like Clinton.

4 Obama   January 9th, 2008 9:49 am ET

jinishans, even Dick Durbin, who has YEARS of experience, urged Obama to run for president and said to hell with experience. That's the problem with this government, the so-called "experience" is the wrong type of experience. It's the wrong decisions being made over and over again, with the deciders expecting different results…isn't that called insanity?

HP Moyer   January 9th, 2008 9:49 am ET

No news out there this morning, CNN?

twc   January 9th, 2008 9:49 am ET

Classless of those Hillary supporters.

Krista   January 9th, 2008 9:48 am ET

That just shows poor sportsmanship. One of the things I like least about the Clinton campaign is the sense of entitlement that they exhibit. Booing a rival that is giving a classy concession speech is yet another example of the folks around the Clinton campaign feeling like people owe them and need to defer to them.

GL   January 9th, 2008 9:48 am ET

Democrats need to start realizing that this is a win-win situation for our party. Hillary or Barack, Barack or Hillary, either way we are coming out on top and the country will be better off for it. Save the booing for George Bush.

Kwame   January 9th, 2008 9:48 am ET

DIVIDED WE FALL, UNITED WE STAND.
This NEGATIVITY / NEGATIVISM will get us nowhere.
It's time for our politicians to work together to move the coun try ahead.
Any presidential candidate who OPERATES on NEGATIVE CAMPAIGN does not have this country AT HEART, but just POWER CONSCIOUS – JUST WANT TO BE IN THE WHITE HOUSE.
That candidate, I mean, has NOTHING but a THIRST FOR POWER.
A WORD TO THE WISE IS ENOUGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

L. Smith in Atlanta, Georgia   January 9th, 2008 9:47 am ET

Gee, I thought only Republicans "booed" –remember that from their last Republican Convention–whenever Kerry's name was mentioned. They also, smuggly, waved around those silly, large flip-flop sandal things.
Hmmm….Money does not buy class. And, maybe the Repubs can recycle their convention-waving flip-flops for Romney and Giuliani. (Ah, never mind, their not big on saving the environment.)

Laura   January 9th, 2008 9:47 am ET

Let Hillary fans boo and enjoy the day while they can, because this is the only victory they'll be seeing. And let me just add- NA NA NA NA BOO BOO!

4 Obama   January 9th, 2008 9:46 am ET

To all the people who are asking why this is news, I have an answer for you. It's news because it needs to be heard across the country by all undecided voters that these are the type of people who associate themselves with Clinton…immature, simple minded people who care more about sound bytes and the superficiality that is Clinton. Obama, as someone else pointed out, speaks from the heart and is intelligent. He thinks through things instead of just reacts on emotions. THAT's what we need in this country…more intelligence and thinking, not reacting. OBAMA IN 08!!!!!

Cathy   January 9th, 2008 9:46 am ET

Correction: Obama does not use a teleprompter. He has notecards with names in case he needs them, but does not have his speeches written down anywhere. That's not to say they aren't rehearsed ahead of time, but that's also not the same as saying they're written by people like me (with degrees in communication.) HRC's speeches are most definitely written down for her, and the catch phrases she uses repeatedly were obviously dreamed up by committee.

"Time to pick a president" — I'm so sick of this one. We're picking a candidate right now. And by all the powers of Heaven above I hope it won't be Hillary.

Michael   January 9th, 2008 9:46 am ET

Clinton wins and my whiney fellow males complain that she only won because she shed a few tears. I watched the debates. I know why she won.

What I want to know is why are Hillary's tears any more manipulative that Obama's macho posturing about bombing Pakistan? He's never even been in uniform. He's just one more kid on the block trying to prove to the boys how tough he is. Don't tell me this isn't about gender.

Omar Norfolk VA   January 9th, 2008 9:46 am ET

To the Hillary supporters, she will NOT WIN in a general election. She is sincerely HATED by democrats, republicans and independents. Tell her stop crying and do what is best for the country, since she takes it personally, and get out of the race.

JS Finley   January 9th, 2008 9:44 am ET

Did Britney boo Obama?

John, Dallas, TX   January 9th, 2008 9:43 am ET

This just in: the Pope is Catholic! It's cold in Minneapolis in the winter! Political campaigns are competitive . . .

This is news?

jinishans   January 9th, 2008 9:42 am ET

HRC Cry ?

Common guys. have you seen today morning CNN. The lady who asked the question for which HRC brokedown (not cried), decided at that time to vote for HRC, but voted for Obama. So, NY primary is not due to HRC brokedown (cry wrt to media and other supporters).

It's people started thinking about her experience. Debate Obama's experience. Can anyone in this forum get a 1 $ Job without experience, how come you all expect a guy with 2 yr exp become a president…?

jinishans

Karin   January 9th, 2008 9:42 am ET

Talk about class – did hillary, like obama, even congratulate him in iowa – or for that matter, speak his name? obama had the good grace to congratulate her up front last night – she mentioned his name at the very end, as an afterthought – clearly ONLY because someone told her that she had to. Grudging, not graceful.

Joe ,,,,,,,,,WV   January 9th, 2008 9:42 am ET

This reminds me of a nascar race,,,,,even the greatest drivers get Booed when they win.
May be "Barack Obama". and "Hillary Clinton" should join Nascar ! Hillary would win and Obama would come in second…… and I ask myself " Where's Jeff Gordon ????

Ok !!! the real story is " It's going to rain tomorrow" !!! Who Cares ?????

AC   January 9th, 2008 9:41 am ET

The Democratic powers that be have never ( ever) all out rallied behind a woman nor black Presidential candidate.
I wonder which demographic they will choose to abandon? Hmmmm.

Not for Obama   January 9th, 2008 9:40 am ET

I have not decided on who to vote for yet; however I was very pleased that Obama lost, but only because he is running as a Black Man running for President and not a Man running for President whom happens to be black.

As Mr. Clinton put it; It's all fantasy because if it were not for Oprah's Money (and I like Oprah) and her nomination he would never even be here.

We need experience, strong values and someone whom will get American back on track with our reputation around the world. Obama does not have those experiences and is not sufficient to make world decisions as most of the other candidates are.

Also, I am not sure want to see a headline such as Obama goes after Osama because the article would really be confusing with only one letter seperating their distinctions.

Phyllis   January 9th, 2008 9:40 am ET

Hey… didn't you notice? The people booing were stand-ins from the Obama camp!

Really now. This is the most ridicuous reporting. A few people. How many? How is this news? Were there people booing at any of the other campaign headquarters? Would you write it if there were?

Somehow, the reports against Clinton are wrought with so much anger. It sounds like Rush Limbaugh. Why? Is it because it is possible she may win? What did she really do to deserve such anger? What does it stem from? Why not treat her as you would any other candidate?

Another writer wrote that she read from her notes, and that Obama was "off the cuff". How naive. Every candidate has speech writers. Obama gave a great speech; the same one he would have used had he won or lost the primary. Not trying to take that away from him.

But please give Senator Clinton a break. Just treat her fairly.

sean   January 9th, 2008 9:40 am ET

How is this even news???
Shame on CNN for wasting so much time on useless info
Why not just write another strory on Anna Nicole Smith?

Abigail   January 9th, 2008 9:40 am ET

I think we need to realize that this race isn't over yet. So Hillary won New Hampshire, but Barack won Iowa. Was that not to be expected? She's from the East coast and he's from the Midwest. This is not over. Barack and his supporters are not quiting because of one small loss. He will win the battle.

Anonymous   January 9th, 2008 9:38 am ET

Who is Obama? Does he salute the flag? Did he get sworne in on the Koran? What is true and what is not

Susan   January 9th, 2008 9:38 am ET

You know, I just saw the real delegate count … maybe the Clinton supporters were booing because Clinton actually LOST the election: Obama comes out with 12 delegates to Clinton's 11 — hey, folks, this is just like the Electoral College — it's the delegates that matter, not the raw vote. Maybe that's why they were booing.

Josh   January 9th, 2008 9:37 am ET

OBAMA DESERVES TO BE BOOED. HE RESORTED TO UNDERCUTTING HILLARY. NEVER COUNT OUT THE CLINTON'S. GREATEST POLITICAL TEAM IN MODERN HISTORY.

OBAMA = CAN GIVE GREAT TALK
HILLARY = CAN GET ACTUAL STUFF ACCOMPLISHED

Gerri   January 9th, 2008 9:37 am ET

I'm glad we live in a "free" country where money buys votes. Hillary's dollars did a good job of it in New Hampshire.

Hillary's allways talking about her experience. What experience does she have as President? I thought her husband was President during the 90's, not her.
If she was running the country in the 90's, she sure did a poor job of it. Why would we want her again?

From my point of view, it's just a power play for her. I really do not think she has the American people in mind — only herself.

sean   January 9th, 2008 9:35 am ET

In all honesty, what were her tears for? It felt a bit planned….a perfect made for tv moment.

KVN   January 9th, 2008 9:34 am ET

Obama is an other preacher……..admittedly a bit more polished …… giving false hope and impression to the 'empowered ' people, that ' HE/WE' can change things in Washington. It takes a lot more than his presidential powers, and his charm, to make significant changes in a gridlocked Washington. Changes are happening already in our society; inspite of Washington……..WHY NOT GIVE A CHANCE finally to a SMART Intelligent Women, perhaps she can do a better job !

Gary   January 9th, 2008 9:33 am ET

Remember, it was Bill who made comments on the war issue and that was nasty politics. DO NOT FORGET HILLARY VOTED FOR THIS WAR and BARACK DID NOT. I am a black man living in NH and what I saw happened in this 98% white state was a miracle. Hillary won by only 3% in NH because of Bill's last minute dirty politics which he will regret down the road. If the polls were wrong in NH then I suspect all that has been said about black vote for Clintons could also be wrong. I guess it is a matter of time and I am eager to see how nasty Bill is going to get against Obama and how the Black vote is going to react. Bill don't take black vote for granted! We know it is not Bill who is running it is Hillary.

danielo   January 9th, 2008 9:33 am ET

This says a lot about the kind of people who support Hillary. Most are least gracious.
Obama finished second and their team showed respect and grace. No wonder over 50% see Hillary as a divisive figure.

Amused, Las Vegas   January 9th, 2008 9:33 am ET

Gee, is this the only news that's happened all morning?

masterhurrikane   January 9th, 2008 9:32 am ET

the BOO HOO BOUNCE worked!!!!

people are so gullible LOL……

what a calculated move….. and women fell for it…. it sets feminists back 25 years….

will she cry before each primary now, since she's "found her voice"? LOL….. what a farce.

Tom - Dedham, Mass   January 9th, 2008 9:32 am ET

Picture the scene, a question from another woman audience member in South Carolina the night before the primary that Hillary is losing goes something like this:

"Would good weather help you or hurt you tomorrow Hillary and would it mess up your hair"?

"You know, bad weather or good weather makes my hair product decisions real personal and "sob, sob" real difficult for me to decide on and "You know", I really am glad you asked that "sob, sob" as I am sure you can relate to what I am going through".

What the hell, it fooled the geniuses in New Hampshire.

How can I make that assumption?

Pretty simple even for you sheep, the campaigns STATED MESSAGE FOR THE LAST TWO WEEKS WAS TO SOFTEN HER IMAGE and these people fell for it.

The old adage applies here, if you can't dazzle them with intellect, baffle them with BS.

I also LOVE this country (sob, sob) and am sick of the partisan bickering and NOTHING GETTING DONE, do you people really think her as PRESIDENT anything will change or get done?

YOU SHEEP would not even know of her if she was not married to the best POLITICIAN of our generation, Bill Clinton. FACT.

Make her the nominee, it will make it so much sweeter seeing her go away in shame LOSING not only the presidency, but Bilyboy finally getting his divorce that he so wants.

Has anyone ever seen these two actually kiss?

Cathy   January 9th, 2008 9:32 am ET

Her victory speech had three sentences in a row that began with "I". Where's the we? Where's the acknowledgement for the team that helped pull this victory off? The candidate for a campaign isn't just one person, there are thousands of people pushing from behind. And yet it's always "I this" and "I that" every time she opens her mouth.

She is the epitome of the Me generation.

GENERATION Y OF AMERICA FOR OBAMA

kojo   January 9th, 2008 9:31 am ET

so why is this news, CNN??????? ofcourse they're going to boo

Ted Haines   January 9th, 2008 9:31 am ET

You call this news? Really?

Ben E.   January 9th, 2008 9:31 am ET

Get over it so what? People have a right to boo or cheer. This is not news. Especially to be on the front page of the website for over 10 hours. Some bad apples are not examples of the first class campaign that Clinton has ran. CNN is not portraying this for what it was.

Wendy-Connecticut   January 9th, 2008 9:30 am ET

I normally don't submit comments on these things, but this time, I couldn't help myself. First all, please give voters credit for more sense than, voting for someone because they showed their human side. It's ridiculous to suggest than ANYONE would vote for ANY CANDIDATE because the candidate cried. (BTW, if you saw the footage, she didn't cry) If that is indeed the case (and we all know it isn't), we got BIG BIG problems, folks. Second, it would be refreshing, just for once, if candidates (and the people who support them)could talk about the real issues in an election instead of setting about trying to sling mud to cover the fact that they (or the candidates they support) don't have a real plan for our country. We're all grown, and it's time we started acting like it.

M   January 9th, 2008 9:29 am ET

Well, that's just disrespectful. Completely lacks good taste. I may not support Hillary, but I'd never boo her while she's making a speech, even if she's (once again) harassing Obama. Frankly, I wouldn't even think of booing a REPUBLICAN, because I realize they're just doing what they think is right for the country (regardless of whether or not I agree with them)! I mean, Huckabee's positions scare me, but I still listen to every word he says when he's on CNN… I'm in the 18-24 "young folks" demographic, but from the way this sounds, you'd think my age demographic was HILLARY'S core base. How did we end up more mature than our parents?

Kate   January 9th, 2008 9:29 am ET

ANYONE BUT CLINTON OR BUSH .. FOR HEAVENS'S SAKE THIS IS SUPPOSED TO BE A DEMOCRACY THAT OUT BOYS ARE DYING FOR OVERSEAS .. AND WE ARE MORE THAT 300 MILLION PEOPLE!!! … WHAT ARE WE TEACHING OUR CHILDREN … WHAT ARE WE SHOWING THE REST OF THE WORLD??

bruce vaughn   January 9th, 2008 9:28 am ET

Is this what politics is all about.Letting a politician cry and you will get elected.Americans are seeing votes casted off of emotions and not off of issues.Does people forget about the money we spent on Bill's affair and the money we spent for Hillary to do things for our country.Let them give the money back we gave to the hearings we had to pay for and be responsible for their own bills and not the govt.Do you forget that having an affair on your wife is a sin or is religion dead in this country.You have everyone attacking Sen Obama and why,maybe they are afraid that he will change our govt. and get rid of the old and make our country worth being called our country and not terrorists. What do we call ourselves when we go to Iraq because MR BUSH,s ppl say there are weapons of mass destruction there hmmm did we find them.But Sen Obama voted against the war then did Sen Clinton?What about our healthcare issues according to Clinton you can't afford insurance so i am going to fine you hello i can't afford inurance but i will pay your fines where is healthcare like Sen Obama wants.Bring our troops home now not after we lose 10000 of them get them home with their families and United States of America let us stop being babysitters we have enough issues in our country to fix for our people.Let us worry about our veterans our kids with no education because our teachers do not have the resources to teach properly.Thank you Sen. Obama for what you did for Illinois now american people let us vote him in so he can do the same for country

Comedy Queen   January 9th, 2008 9:27 am ET

Hip! Hip! Hooray! To the top you go Hiliary! At least the voters in New Hampshire are not swayed by a guy who looks like he's a Vaudevillian song and dance man. Give him big white cuffs ,tap shoes,and let him go on his automatic, tape recorded "change agenda" right out of the race.Thank God the hook went out last night and took him off stage and his hoiier than thou "I am the answer" posture. Obama grow up!
I'm soo happy it is Hiliary that won. Keep winning girl! Go-girl-go! As for Obama he needs to change-to dig deeper and be specific about his change agenda! Duh…isn't' change what it's all about? I guarantee that Washington DC is not going to kowtow to some guy who's only message is change. Where's the beef Obama?
Hiliary, you rock!

Bob, NY   January 9th, 2008 9:27 am ET

This is the change the Hillary represents.

ryszard   January 9th, 2008 9:27 am ET

CNN , is this headline news???

so a few clinton supporters booed when they were watching Obama on the television!?

so what?

lighten up please!

therealist   January 9th, 2008 9:26 am ET

This is the preferred form of rule by self described tolerant progressives.

Do not question what we precieved as correct. Stifle all free expression of thought and attack anyone that express it. Sound familiar??

Charles Daubner   January 9th, 2008 9:26 am ET

Since I am not a Democrat I watch with facination at Hillary Clinton's campaign. I do not agree with Obamas politics but he is a decent man. Hillary is a calculating and mean spirited person. We don't need her as President or her husband in the background. Booing Obama is minor to what these two have planned in this campaign and should she win the Presidency our country is doomed!!!!

Bill W - PA   January 9th, 2008 9:25 am ET

"Her negatives are legendary, 48% will not vote for her under any circumstance."

Yes, I am in that 48%. I would vote for ANYBODY other than Clinton.

Hillary is a warmonger   January 9th, 2008 9:25 am ET

Dear Saint;

Why is it that she is getting booed? Do you know why? Is it because she's a DLC Blue Dog Democrat or could it be because of her voting record? She has been aloof to the voters from what I've seen in the news, although I and she is plainly arrogant against anyone or group that demonstrates against the war. Why is that?

If she wants change in her lifetime? Then she should give it up.
She really does give 'Boomers" a bad name. ;)

OJC, Phoenix, AZ   January 9th, 2008 9:24 am ET

So Hillary won by a narrow margin in BILL CLINTON country. Obama still has the upper hand because he is much more intelligent and a better politician…

Obama '08

Brattleboro, VT   January 9th, 2008 9:24 am ET

I don't understand why some of you are so discouraged. We've started knowing about Obama less than four years ago, what is not the case with the Cintons. If the guy did this in NH I think it's a huge victory. Obama is the America's choice whether you like it or not. Those who booed him will cry these coming days.

America, wake up from your deep sleep, you leader is there! Obama will lead you to the promised land: Unity !!!!!!!

YES WE CAN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Emily   January 9th, 2008 9:24 am ET

But that's just the problem. They aren't "opponents" and the campaigners need to remember that. Their opponents are also jockeying for position on the republican side. This is why Obama is seen as unifying. Even in his speech last night he spoke about crossing lines and joining TOGETHER to make a difference.

Columbia, SC   January 9th, 2008 9:24 am ET

To all of the folks who are leaving posts with inflammatory labels like "stupid" and "idiots" to refer to candidates, CNN reporters, or people who voted for someone YOU didn't in the last election, THINK.

America is truly one great country. And YOU have much more class than that. Belittling people for using the freedoms that we ALL enjoy doesn't promote unity of any kind. None of us can survive without the other.

If everyone thought alike and did things the same way, why, Amercia wouldn't be so great! Respect, not arrogance, MUST be the catalyst to turning America around. YOU should think about the issues, especially the ones that affect you directly, and do your research!

Look at the candidates' records (all of the candidates – no matter what party you belong to). Make an informed decision. (There are no stupid people who vote…read the comments that have been posted on this site and you'll find the comment that refers to the "reason why stupid people shouldn't vote).

These candidates are people. If you were running for President, exactly what is it that YOU would do to change things? How would YOU get Congress to help each State with its issues? You have to BE a politician for that. And politicians know how to work both sides of the table to get what the people they serve need.

If you have never been a politician, served the people in your County, City, State, Country, then you may need to do more reading and less "commenting" on articles that stir your emotions.

Everything is news worthy. If you don't think so, stop reading the news on-line, turn off the t.v. and do something else with your life. Otherwise, enjoy living in this GREAT country of ours, the United States of America.

Read. Think. Vote.

Aunt B   January 9th, 2008 9:23 am ET

Why does Obama not salute the flag?

Michael Lovett, Lake Wylie, SC   January 9th, 2008 9:23 am ET

A few people boo, and this is news because……….???

I suppose a few people scratched their bums, too. Will this be a CNN headline tomorrow?

James   January 9th, 2008 9:22 am ET

As far as i concern,no half and half will rule this great nation.

Mike, Fort Washington, MD   January 9th, 2008 9:21 am ET

The fight continues. However, this Dem race is between Barack and Billary. He has to not only fight Hillary but also Bill.

Cole   January 9th, 2008 9:21 am ET

Enjoy Clintonians. Because come November if Clinton is the name on the Democratic Ticket, I will be voting for McCain. Hillary voted for Iraq and voted to declare the Iran revolutionary guard a terrorist organization. Hillary is a hawk, McCain is as well but atleast he is honest about it, not disingenous like Clinton who tells people what they want to hear for purposes of political campaign. I prefer Obama over McCain, but Clinton is roughly #6,789,895 on my list of who I would vote for President.

Jason   January 9th, 2008 9:21 am ET

First off I'd like to congratulate Senator Clinton on her win last night. I watched her speech and didn't hear an overwhelming clamour of boos. However, we need to stick to the real issues here. I agree that boos will be heard within any contingent of supports regardless of party.
I would be interested to know why people keep standing by the statement that
Hillary has 35 years of experience. I'd hope that people do their own research rather than succumbing to soundbites to support their candidate.
Hillary Clinton – 6 years in the Senate (junior senator), Partner of law firm in Little Rock 10+ years, Staff Congressional Attorney for one year. First Lady of Arkansas and of United States.
Barack Obama – 3 years in the Senate (junior senator) + 7 years in Illinois State Senate, taught constitutional law at U of Chicago law school while in State Senate, President of Harvard Law Review (first African American in 104 year history), Civil Rights attorney.
He has more public service experience than her as a matter of fact. I'd say this do to the fact that he was always in a postion to influence and actually take part in policy making. Mrs. Clinton has had less experience in doing so.
I honestly believe that both of them would make fine candidates, but the experience thing is something people really need to research more and understand more fully. Good luck to all of the candidates the rest of the way!

greg   January 9th, 2008 9:21 am ET

Carrie, it's Obama that is having his 15min of fame. Hillary has been doing this for 35 yrs. Alot of fame there don't ya think…greg

Michelle   January 9th, 2008 9:20 am ET

Post from yesterday: Hillay couldn't unite Legos! :) Love it!!!

Bruce S.   January 9th, 2008 9:20 am ET

There is a definite anti-Hillary campaign on CNN and most media. The voters know it, and they reacted last night. The media is giving Obama rock star coverage.

Obama did give one heck of a speech last night, but I also noticed he was using a teleprompter. I was amazed anyone could get such a long speech down in such a short time. I watched, and near the end you could see he was clearly reading off the teleprompter. He did do it with great finess, though. I read he hired Robert Kennedy's former speech writer. It shows. And Obama delivers his speeches with with the power of Rev. King. I am glad I recorded it. Hillary always has to overcome his speeches. He's very good.

I am just glad the campaigns go on. It would be extremely unfair to have two small states dictate the outcome for the rest of the country and the world.

May the best candidate win.

Marion   January 9th, 2008 9:19 am ET

What a dispiriting, bitter, and divisive campaign (Mrs. Clinton's). How can she possibly hope to unify the party let alone the country. Thanks to the so-called "Democratic establishment" of New Hampshire, we can anticipate the typically Nixonian (oh, sorry, Clintonian) campaign of character assassination, dirty tricks, and low down partisanship.

greg   January 9th, 2008 9:19 am ET

good i glad that the Hillary camp did boo him. he needs to know how people really feel about him. alot of people are not really speaking up. it's time that they do… greg

michelle   January 9th, 2008 9:19 am ET

Hillary won the because of her boo hoo and the women felt sorry for her. That's ok, enjoy your little fame for now because WE ARE FIRED UP NOW!!!!
Go Obama…

Rhonda - Boston   January 9th, 2008 9:18 am ET

What is so sad, is that the Clintons are again working their polical machine of record distortion of Sen Edwards and Sen. Obama and about to manipulating voters into thinking that she/they really care. It will be a sad day if and when we have another 8 years of polarizing politicians in Washington with the Clintons getting a second bite at the White House apple!

What is most scarey is if calculating, manipulation and record distortion politics wins over inspiration and the true desire for change offered from either Edwards or Obama and their not making it to the general election and Hillary Clinton becomes the democratic nominee, it could change the entire race at the general election. Perosnally, I WILL NOT VOTE FOR HILLARY AND HER RUNNING MATE BILL for President and as a matter of fact , either I would not vote at all in general election (which as an African American would be my first time not voting in 22 years) or consider voting republican for first time, ever. Perhaps many voters feel that way when it comes to the Clintons heading back to the White House, which could leave the door open for another republican White House for at least the next 4 years. Sad!

I certainly hope that Obama and Edwards can make some headway and continue to build the momentum to truly change Washington's politics and the country at large.

bizeditor   January 9th, 2008 9:18 am ET

There was no booing by Hillary supporters in my Cedar Rapids, Iowa district during the caucus. Obama received 52% of the vote and Hillary was barely a viable candidate. It was more of a response of shock and awe.

Abban   January 9th, 2008 9:17 am ET

I would like to watch the CNN provide a documentary on the ancestral homes of other presidential aspirants.

It would be interesting to see if their roots can be traced on both maternal and paternal lineages.

Perhaps a CNN definition of who an American is and what makes an American would also be helpful?

g   January 9th, 2008 9:16 am ET

Are you kidding me? Senator Clinton did mention Obama and all the other candidates in her speech and nobody booed then. Obama does it and everybody remembers and thinks it's classy. Don't you know that was calculated? Do you think he gave a speech from the heart simply because he came out without paper? It's called practice! memorization! That he's better at manipulation does not make him more honest. And further, if Jon Edwards or any other candidate had gotten emotional during a speech, would we be making as big a deal out of it?

Mary   January 9th, 2008 9:15 am ET

How un-classy of the Clinton team to boo Obama. Hillary will revert to her old, nasty self before this campaign is over. I will vote for anyone BUT her come the election…..she does not ring true, nor does her rude husband.
Hillary, take a page from Obama's book and copy his class and demeanor. Might do you some good.

ben, La.   January 9th, 2008 9:13 am ET

Booing a candidate? Of course HRL cannot be held responsible for that. Some people have no class and that's just the way it is. I see a lot of people fell for the old cry and get your way trick. I hope that's not her plan for running the country.

Collin   January 9th, 2008 9:13 am ET

Why in the world is this on the front page of CNN.com for the second day in a row.

NO SERIOUSLY WHY IN THE WORLD?

Bill W - PA   January 9th, 2008 9:13 am ET

If Obama wins, 99% of Hillary supportersd may vote for Obama – but I guarantee if Hillary wins, roughly half of Obama supporters will not vote for Hillary. She is devisive and not a leader. Hillary says what she thinks will get her elected. She does not care about the country, only about herself. She cried and got votes. But if she wins, it is US who will be crying.

leigh   January 9th, 2008 9:13 am ET

does cnn have any shame. hillary clinton just pulled off an amazing comeback and the first thing i see this morning on your website is this little piece geared to knock her back. if your going to report something so ridiculous, at least present facts. how many of the supporters booed? were they plants? it is time for the media especially cnn to retool its coverage!

Clint   January 9th, 2008 9:12 am ET

My gosh, why is this even news! I support Obama and this sort of childless, ignorant media coverage is NOT what we are about.

Brian G   January 9th, 2008 9:12 am ET

Watching CNN campaign coverage of candidates it's very noticeable that Obama must have been studying MLK videos. Just close your eyes while listening to his speeches and while the words are different it's sounds like MLK. and in the same format and tone.

Also it is noticeable that while his speeches tend to raise emotions , he never seems to get and answer specific questions from his audience like the other Democratic candidates. His lack of experience in this area tended to show up in the debates. Great presentation but lacks specifics on what he would do as President other than the word chant CHANGE.

Clinton has been bashed from the word go by first the Republican candidates and then picked up by Edwards who never opens his mouth without getiing a hit in on Clinton. As an Independent I was gratified to see both Clinton and McCain win in New Hampshire and would be torn on which I would vote for should both
win their parties nomination for President.

Anonymous   January 9th, 2008 9:11 am ET

Hilary will win sorry obama..

Ingrid Persson, Boston, MA   January 9th, 2008 9:10 am ET

I am absolutely sickened by the negative campaigning Senator Clinton has engaged in, and I am frankly appalled that she resorted to tears when she was behind in New Hampshire. Blurry-eyed politics is not what this country needs. She campaigns on a platform of being the first would-be female president, suggesting that gender alone is enough of a change for the US. She is "politics as usual" in sheep's clothing.

abby   January 9th, 2008 9:10 am ET

So the sleazy Clintons live to fight another day… The pathetic "establishment" Democrats who voted for her in New Hampshire will hopefully get what they deserve: Hillary as their presidential candidate. She is so reviled by such a large percentage of Americans that she will get destroyed in the general election by whomever the Republican nominee turns out to be. Obama is a much more likeable and formidable candidate. The Democrats just don't get it and will be left once again whining and shaking their heads in disbelief when another of their fatally flawed candidates loses yet another presidential election.

Lisa   January 9th, 2008 9:09 am ET

Hillary is not the right woman to be President. She is not a good role model for women. By having her husband come to her defense and attack her opponents, she shows weakness. She wants to play the "woman" card and expects special handling. She can attack others, but if anyone challenges her she cries that the boys are picking on the girl.

My mother would never vote for her. I will not vote for her, and none of my 4 voting age daughters will vote for her. OBAMA 2008

ForeignObserver   January 9th, 2008 9:08 am ET

It seems that, like Hillary herself, her supporters are only interested in being able to say they won. And if their leader stoops to negative attacks, why not boo the better candidate as well. Hillary and her supporters seem to have serious chips on their shoulders. Obama and his people seem to just be looking forward with optimism.

Susan   January 9th, 2008 9:08 am ET

Doesn't surprise me about New Hampshire — yesterday's vote was racist. Yes, the New England "liberals" will say all the right things to the pollsters, but when the time comes to back up those beliefs — whether in the board room or the voting booth — then the real nature of those yankee liberals shows up. New Hampshire, you had a chance to make history and you disappointed me. Thank goodness, you are less than 0.05 of our country.

Brian Nancoo - Trinidad   January 9th, 2008 9:08 am ET

Thank you for that important piece of news Sasha!I was just about to think something nice about Hillary when thankfully you enlightened me,and the rest of the world as well!Now we can all can go back to hating her!Thank you Sasha!Oh!Thank you!Thank You!Thank You!You know,if Obama wins the presidency,I think you should get the job as his White House Press Secretary!And what about the Pullitzer!

Lynda   January 9th, 2008 9:08 am ET

I can not believe that our great state of nh would actual want her back in office.

Just shows their mentalilty that they would boo him she is fake as well as maccain.

Saint   January 9th, 2008 9:08 am ET

Things you wont find on CNN.
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Hillary+Booed+&search=Search

John   January 9th, 2008 9:07 am ET

They can boo if they want, but in the end they will be saying boo hoo. IF YOU COUNT THE TOTAL VOTES IN IOWA AND NEW HAMPSHIRE, OBAMA BEATS BILLARY.

BILLARY cant stop the change that the American people want that only OBAMA can bring. Obama inspires millions. Ive never heard of 1 person inspired by the BUSH-LITE BILLARY. She tried to inspire people last night with that pre-written speech that was ripped off from OBAMA's non written speech. She fails, because its obvious shes a phony and cant even speak from the heart, unless shes crying in the coffeeshop because she was down in the polls. She is now tied. She hasnt bounced back. she isnt on a roll. she was 3RD PLACE in Iowa. All that says is that the people of Iowa arent like the people in New Hampshire. Do another Election in Iowa and she will lose again.

NO MORE CLINTONS OR BUSHES!! 2 Decades of giving our country away to big business and foreign interests. Im a democrat, but if BILLARY ends up on the ticket, ill stay home on election day, as Im sure other OBAMA supporters will.

Terry, El Paso, TX   January 9th, 2008 9:06 am ET

The posts that I see on this topic certainly demonstrate more incivility than a few boos. Many of us have become quite rude in public. Look at how we treat each other on the freeway: tailgating, speeding, honking, displaying obscene hand gestures, refusing to yield right of way, speeding up to prevent someone from changing lanes, not yielding to pedestrians, etc. etc. We are a rude and obnoxious people.

Booing gives the true believer a way to show others how passionately he feels about being a supporter of his candidate.

Hillary08   January 9th, 2008 9:06 am ET

Wow, CNN. Already, this early in the morning, you are desperate for anti-Hillary coverage. It is starting to become pretty transparent. I heard plenty of Obama supporters boo Hillary last night myself…

sdenterprise   January 9th, 2008 9:05 am ET

I am just looking forward to the US having a better leader… (yee haa)

torres   January 9th, 2008 9:04 am ET

I've been to the future, you want to know what they are saying; "No wonder you all had so many problems, America was hijacked by two families, Bush and Clinton, for twenty years! That is not democratic, that an oligarchic." For the sake of our so-called democracy, Hillary cannot be allowed to win! Go Obama, he's our only hope to break this entrenched system of professional politicians.

Ralph   January 9th, 2008 9:04 am ET

Lorenzo, you are extremely naive. Don't think for a minute that any American president will be respected in the third world. He/She will be disliked equally, regardless of skin color. They hate America because they blame us for their problems (corrupt dictatorships robbing them blind) and because America is powerful. It is always fashionable to be jeolous of success.

By the way, why did CNN go to Kenya to find speak with Obama's grandfather? I heard someone in Kenya say something about the whole village praying that Obama would win, and asking for economic assistance.

Barbara   January 9th, 2008 9:03 am ET

Obama's "concession speech" was inappropriate. It was a stump speech with an edge. He obviously did not plan on losing. If he can't take set backs in the nominating process, what would he behave like in a general election campaign?

Truethis   January 9th, 2008 9:03 am ET

Lou make up your mind you was against Hillary Clinton because of illegal immigration which she can't even make up her at least Obama is. Every sinces you been back something isn't right about you. You are showing your true colors. And yes John Edward and Hillary Clinton are in the same group of friends for sure….and that's a fact.

Roger   January 9th, 2008 9:03 am ET

Michael, way to call him "Barach Hussein Obama" (real classy), but you DO know that the name "Barach" is Hebrew, right?

You AREN'T an anti-semite now, are you??

Stacey   January 9th, 2008 9:02 am ET

I've poured through the comments of this particular posting because I thought the the "news" story was so funny (I teach high school science–it sounds like somethihng out of one of our newspapers). I found two postings to be very disturbing

Sam January 9, 2008 5:14 am ET — He/she stated "No darkie president in my time!"

Michael January 9, 2008 8:09 am ET — He spewed the same xenophobic mutterings I received in an e-mail from a spiteful Republican relative…about 6 months ago.

I honestly don't see why Obama's skin pigmentation has anything to do with his abilities to run our great nation. Besides, Sam, if it makes you feel any better, most of his advisors will likely be white. Does that put your fears to rest? I feel like his/hers was a statement from a white supremacist in the 1960s.

And in response to Michael, unless you have actually spoken with the man himself, you cannot assume that Obama is covering up his Muslim beliefs with attendance at a Christian church. People change religions every day: consider former British PM Tony Blair's conversion to Roman Catholicism. Most Muslims are peaceful–it's the vengeful people who make news. Besides, the school that Obama went to does not teach terrorists; in fact, when Obama went to that school, the term "Wahhabi" had a very different connotation, a connotation of peace. No wonder Obama has be staunchly anti-war–that's what he was taught.

Please, people, double-check your facts before you spew close-minded commentary. And always check your racism at the door.

Let the Leaders Lead, Arcadia, Iowa   January 9th, 2008 9:02 am ET

Ready to fire half of her campaign staff. How out of touch can you be. Once again the pundits show their stupidity and Hillary shows a lack of class. Imagine a tearful president in the White House making decisions on your future. The real deal is John Edwards who will throw his support to Obama at the convention, good bye Hiiary.

Guierllmo   January 9th, 2008 9:02 am ET

Look at the crying now !
Get over yourselves Obamabots, you are sounding like everyone should bowing at Barack's feet.
He will have to earn the right to be the candidate of the Democrat Party just anybody else would.
BTW, Hillary didn't shed any tears the other day but did show human emotions.

Skywalker   January 9th, 2008 9:01 am ET

CNN, please get rid of the reporter of this piece of news. He/She is cheating your paycheck.

Roger   January 9th, 2008 9:00 am ET

Barack Obama, you know what you need to do. It's now time for you to follow Hillary's lead and call a pre-scripted press conference, to show off your "lighter side" for all of the "lower class" plebeians who think you have no heart, and then pretend to cry in front of the media when someone asks you how you manage to get out of bed in the morning. American voters love being pandered to and having their intelligence insulted!

And maybe if that doesn't work, and Hillary manages to get elected, maybe she can cry a lot when she becomes president. That way, Ahmadinejad, Bin Laden, and the other terrorists we're standing off against will feel bad for her and surrender!! She can then hug them and give them milk and cookies.

chris   January 9th, 2008 9:00 am ET

This isn't news. CNN should concentrate on real NEWS not gossip!

Nate   January 9th, 2008 9:00 am ET

Too many bigots in America to make REAL change.

I Parihar   January 9th, 2008 8:59 am ET

When America can live with George W for 8 years…. anythings possible. Obama stands out yet he may lose the nomination, its very hard to understand why.

Sally Teladine   January 9th, 2008 8:59 am ET

I thought news agencies were supposed to report the news, not report personal opinions of the journalists. It is ridiculous that I have to go to a local TV station site to see the uncut version of Hillary Clinton's victory NH speech! Why do all candidates except Obama only have approx 1 min of video…Obama's video is nearly 5 min showing all the hugs and cheering for the first minute before we hear anything!

Why did it take CNN so long to call the projected winner last night? Obama called it for them by walking to the podium after AP already called it? This is not journalism.

I'm frustrated with the lack of professionalism by CNN in the unequal coverage.

Bond Mui   January 9th, 2008 8:59 am ET

My wife and I are from Illinois and I voted for Obama when he ran for senator for our state. He is charismatic and says the right things, but he has done nothing for us (the middle class) here in Illinois. If anyone can tell me what positive things he has done for this state and for the lower and middle class – please let me know. As far as I am concerned – he is all talk and no action. We do not need a person like that leading this country.
Young adults – do not be fooled by the smooth talking and song and dance routine of this inexperienced and ineffectual candidate.
This country does need a change, but Obama is not the answer at this point in his career.
Would you have a person with an MBA that graduated 3 years ago become the CEO of the largest corporation in the country? If he messes up – it is the future of all those corporate employees. Can you say Enron?
Why would you place such an inexperienced person in the most important position we have in this country? If he messes up – enemies could have the nuclear weapon, terrorists could be running unchecked, our country could be in a financial disaster, our children could have a future that is less bright than ours at their age.
Again – Obama – what have you done in Illinois and for the middle class citizens of your state? Nothing as far as I know.

nigel   January 9th, 2008 8:56 am ET

Obama receives a celebrity endorsement from Oprah Winfrey, a media mogul who has built her fame and fortune by empowering women…Oprah has the opportunity to majorly contribute to shattering the "glass ceiling" by endorsing a woman for candidate. Less than 100 years ago, Oprah would not be able to even vote. I guess all of that money compensates for her lack of conscience. How can Oprah continue to have a daily show and produce a periodical empowering women and look women in the eye when she in truth is short changing women and girls?

Hillary, you have my support and my vote!

Nigel

Mike, Houston, TX   January 9th, 2008 8:54 am ET

Clinton apparently has the support of the trailer parks throughout the granite state.

cash   January 9th, 2008 8:53 am ET

I think obama talks great and have lot of energy to lead the campaign may as well to lead the country, but all the time he wants to be nice which is not possible with the die hard politicians of washington to get job done. We don't know where he stands on many issues facing this country and critizing hillary for her vote on Iraq war is not reasonable, as after sep 11 attacks most of us supported the war on Iraq. I think it is better to stick with a known devil than a unknown friend. If you are still not convinced vote for Mike huckabee who is governor for 10 + years and have more experience to run a government than any of the candidates out there.

Columbia, SC   January 9th, 2008 8:53 am ET

Did she correct her people? All of the candidates should make sure they run a clean, respectful race. They will have to work together with the supporters of whatever candidate they beat in the end, right? All of the candidates are really qualified in one way or another, Republican, Democrat, Independent, whatever, they just have different styles. If the candidates are polarizing themselves, tauting themselves as the "best" and the "only", well, that could be a problem since once they become President, they have to work WITH people and bring them together. What good is it to promote prejudice and separation? What, are they going to magically come together once there is one winner for their party? This is doubtful.

If the candidates – ALL of them – can't be humble and gracious until they win, we may all need to think about who really needs to be in the White House. Would we really be better off with a different "me" guy/woman in the White House?

McCain seems to be running a clean campaign. Maybe the Democrats need to take some notes!

Daddy freddy   January 9th, 2008 8:53 am ET

The rural folks in New Hampshire changed the dynamics in the last minute because they had good weather.
If it was chilly they would have stayed home and forgotten about politics.
Most polls were taken at freezing temperatures when these guys were freezing.

Lynn   January 9th, 2008 8:52 am ET

AJ, re: the Michigan primary: Yes, HRC will likely win because she's the only one on the ballot. All of the other major candidates abided by the Dem party's request that they boycott the Michigan primary because the state broke party rules by moving its primary forward. But not Hillary Clinton. She's on the ballot. That proves to me it's all about her, and not about the Democratic party. Not one bit.

Roger   January 9th, 2008 8:52 am ET

Cheryl said: "EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

WHAT EXPERIENCE?!?!?

I keep hearing about all of this magical experience that Hillary has, BUT WHERE IS IT?

Being the president's wife doesn't count!!! Just because Brett Favre is a Hall of Fame quarterback, doesn't mean that his wife should be starting quarterback in the NFL! Being the wife of a heart surgeon doesn't make her an experienced heart surgeon herself!!

WAKE UP!

Wes   January 9th, 2008 8:51 am ET

If I am not mistaken, they booed when Obama said he was the next president not when he was talking about the war. Just another slam to Clinton to make her look bad.

When Obama speaks he sounds like a preacher getting ready for the alter call or getting money. He can really pump up the people but that's not going to to change anything in the end.

JR   January 9th, 2008 8:51 am ET

I was SHOCKED to hear that Britney's kid sister was pregnant. Thank you CNN for putting "the best election team" to work on that important story. It helps us keep triviality like "free and democratic elections" in the proper perspective.

susie   January 9th, 2008 8:50 am ET

This is headline news? You've got to be kinding me. What ever happened to real journalism.

Saint   January 9th, 2008 8:50 am ET

am an undecided Democrat but this type display of unprofessionalism is helping me make my decision. Whatever happened to decorum in politics where different views were acceptable? When did heckling, booing and such become the norm?

Guess you wont vote for Obama then.
http://www.time-blog.com/swampland/2008/01/hillary_booed_at_nh_democratic.html

haha

Michelle   January 9th, 2008 8:50 am ET

By the way, for "non-news" we jumped on this pretty fast with the posts (again, Daily Show reference of how Americans prefer "entertainment" over news), says more about us as average Americans than anything else.

Mark, Chicago, IL   January 9th, 2008 8:49 am ET

As they should… you wanna play hardball… the Clintons are masters at it! GO HILLARY!

Stamford   January 9th, 2008 8:49 am ET

Hillary winning has brought back my faith in the system. I do not want OPRAH for president.

Tig   January 9th, 2008 8:49 am ET

Iowa got it right. New Hampshire got it wrong.

South Carolina, you're on.

ohmygosh   January 9th, 2008 8:49 am ET

Just remember it was the women vote that put George Bush into office.
Thank you sisterhood, my son in Iraq thanks you too.

OBAMA 08

Michelle   January 9th, 2008 8:48 am ET

"Boo" and "Boo-hoo" – cry, whine, yell, win – I get the theme and formula. Thanks. (Pathetic). When he CAN say something, Jon Stewart thanks you New Hampshire, Media and the rest of America. This is great stuff.

Dozirulf   January 9th, 2008 8:48 am ET

If anything, Clinton's crowd ought to be embarrassed about how BARELY she won.

The Toad   January 9th, 2008 8:48 am ET

Why is it so difficult for the media to believe that some of us are FOR HILLARY not because she "cried" or is suddenly "human" or any of the other NONSENSE spouted BUT BECAUSE HILLARY IS l. Capable, 2. Bright, 3. Has a PROVEN RECORD IN OFFICE 4. Has a heckuva team ready to go on DAY ONE, 5. Was a "working partner" ,like NO OTHER FIRST LADY, in a Presidency that turned Daddy Bush's economic MESS around and can MAYBE do it again with Junior's economic and foreign policy mess? I, for one, LOVE Obama's "style" but am not voting because of "magic" or "electricity" or because his speeches make ME cry, but because this country is in trouble on ALL FRONTS, and I'm NOT WILLING to vote for "style over substance" in order to provide on-the-job-training in The Oval Office. This country can NOT afford to make the same mistake twice—by voting for someone "likeable" instead of someone CAPABLE OF LEADING.

Jon Cruz   January 9th, 2008 8:46 am ET

Still no mention on the front page or the ticker to the fact that Clinton is the first woman ever to win a major party presidential primary.

Hello?

hectoracuna   January 9th, 2008 8:46 am ET

HILLARY NOT ONLY WOMAN IN ARIZONA
PRIMARY!

Arizona has produced a slew of candidates for the highest office in the nation. That's right, more candidates to choose from. While the country and its political pundits are focused on tiny East Coast states, some ten Republicans and fifteen new Democratic candidates will appear in the Arizona Primary ballot this February. An effort sponsored by The Tucson Weekly, an Arizona alternative newspaper, has opened the gates for a stable of dark-horse candidates.

As with all politics the sparks are already flying. Candidate Sean "CF" Murphy responds to a political ad filed by Democratic candidate Doctress Neutopia in which she desecrates the American flag by cutting a hole in it. Follow the antics of America's grass-roots candidates by tuning in to the campaigns blog.

http://projectwhitehouse.wordpress.com/

Michael from Fairfax   January 9th, 2008 8:46 am ET

To Toni, in all fairness Obama's speech was read of a tele prompter, and it was the same speech given in Iowa.

Mark M   January 9th, 2008 8:46 am ET

You know I was at a home town sports game, and the home team fans were booing the opponent??? We booed them!

In reading these comments, the one thing that stands out the most is this simple fact. All of the Obama supporters comments come across as they are superior to the Clinton supporters.

Why on earth would you not boo the opponent? In life, you cheer for the one you want and you boo the opponent! I am not for either candidate. But I can say this, Obama supporters need to just wake up and act like a human not someone that is superior to others. You are supporting someone running for office, YOU are NOT running for office!

jt   January 9th, 2008 8:45 am ET

BO may be able to speak well, but he has no experience to lead a country. The people will see this and vote for the right person in the end. The one that can lead this country to bigger and better things. Ask anyone that had a job or owned and home when Clinton was in office, how much better off they were then when a Bush was there. Go Hillary!! You've always had my vote.

Ralph   January 9th, 2008 8:45 am ET

CNN formerly the "Clinton News Network" has now become the Obama Excuse Machine. CNN's coverage has been overwhelmingly negative regarding Hillary Rodham Clinton, while at the same time, surprisingly positive in regards to Barrack Hussein Obama. As a Democrat in NH, I can tell you why Obama lost. I am sorry to inform you, it has nothing to do with race. I know the race issue makes better headlines, but we actually voted on issues in this State. Yes, that's right, the economy is important to us. What's Obama's plan? I don't know, neither he, nor CNN will tell us. Hillary Clinton, has a record that amounts to a known quantity. There are actually reasons to vote for her. Ask Obama fanatics why they voted for him. The answers contain no issues, only comments like ,"change", "hope", "energy". I Hope, he would make a Change in the Energy policy in this country. I don't know, because he won't talk about issues. So, to summarize, we vote on known quantities, issues, and what matters in NH. We are not going to vote for someone, just because of the color of their skin, or because Oprah tells us to. Sorry to burst your bubble CNN.

Evelyn   January 9th, 2008 8:45 am ET

I have to agree with what a couple people said. First – The Obama croud applauded her win – that's class. Second – I who have never voted other than Democratic in my 61 years, will never ever support Hillary. She is just too divisive and negative. As someone once said – give the democratic party enough time and they will find a way to lose the White House this year. I believe nominating Hillary is that way. Over 53 % of people voted against her in her own party. Even when she cries, she can not make me like her. The party needs inspiration and someone that can cross party lines and get things done. I'm not the only one that thinks this way either as is shown by the comments.

AJ   January 9th, 2008 8:42 am ET

NH is sucks, as always….Iwoans proved their intellectual superiority. Specially women supporting a women candidate just because she is a woman, proves the foolishness of NH woman….

geo   January 9th, 2008 8:42 am ET

hey you guys I am upset with your early morning blogasphere not one positive comment for Hilary think non biased. I have been up since 2:30 and read 100's of positive Hilary comments. report all not just some who do you think you are FOX

ken   January 9th, 2008 8:42 am ET

The primary elections are just getting started and we will not know who will be on the main ticket yet. Obama gave a great speech last night but it was not off the cuff as some have said. Even the press first said he did but it was off a teleprompter folks. Sorry, you need to watch and listen a little closer…

Susan   January 9th, 2008 8:42 am ET

Maybe the facts are important! Maybe experience does matter. Maybe words really are just words. Go Hillary. You are the candidate with the qualifications to lead. NH voters voted with their brains and their hearts. Thank you NH. Here we come South Carolina!

Adam S   January 9th, 2008 8:42 am ET

Oh, gee, I can't imagine why. Maybe because they realize Obama's been mischaracterizing Hillary's stance on the war from Day 1?

Wow, CNN, you really outdid yourseld this time. A article only 32 words in length? In a single sentence, no less! Wow. How about just forgetting the journalism altogether and just giving us really long headlines? I wouldn't dream of troubling you for some actual facts about what happened.

Ten   January 9th, 2008 8:41 am ET

Obama 2008.

He's the best candidate. Hands down. I like his access to healthcare plan. I like the fact that he has DONE something about racial profiling. I like the fact that he helped put a hold on the death penalties in the state of Illinois due to the failure rate proved by the Innocence project. I like the fact that he is defending Roe. I like the fact that he always brings up how he wants to improve our educational system. I also like that he was a grassroots community organizer. I like the guy personally and politically. And I think he has something that alot of candidates don't have. And that is, the ability to inspire.

Hillary doesn't inspire me, she makes me feel conned.
John Edwards makes me feel like he may be alright, he just hasn't been in politics in a while.
And Bill Richardson, he's not forceful enough, but I like the guy.

And all the Republicans, well, they are Republicans.

OBAMA 08-final answer.

Voter in NC   January 9th, 2008 8:40 am ET

Obama is only another Bush. He already is talking about the uproar in Kenya and looking, once again, to police another country. We need a president that is going to focus on THIS COUNTRY – OUR MIDDLE CLASS, THE POOR WHO ARE SUFFERING AND HEALTH NEEDS, OUR EDUCATION STRUGGLES AND THE MONEY/HOME/GAS ISSUES THAT ARE EFFECTING THIS COUNTRY. When are the people going to say ENOUGH is ENOUGH! We want a President that wants THIS COUNTRY to be proud again, to be motivated, to once again, not be taxed to death and have nothing to leave our kids. Days of the inheritance are long gone because every little penny earned is needed to to bearly get by in today's economy. WE NEED ANOTHER PRESIDNET LIKE CARTER!

Brad, Charleston, SC   January 9th, 2008 8:39 am ET

I "boo" the war in Iraq as well, thanks, in part, to Clinton.

Scott   January 9th, 2008 8:39 am ET

Agreed – this isn't newsworthy.

To those who speak poorly of Obama, you are entitled to your opinion. I only ask that you do some research into the kind of person he is and what he has done in the past, as I have done for your candidate. Consider the relatively powerless position of a democrat in the Senate during recent times before criticizing what he was able to do there. Perhaps even read his book.

A discussion backed by facts is much more beneficial to all of us.

coby   January 9th, 2008 8:38 am ET

HE LOST NEW HAMPSHIRE- YOU GOTTA BE KIDDING ME. HILLARY IS THE ONLY ONE I SEE WITH HORNS GROWING OUT OF HER HEAD!!

Kristi   January 9th, 2008 8:38 am ET

..and your point?

Scott, Bethlehem, PA   January 9th, 2008 8:38 am ET

Stay classy (Hillary supporters AND CNN for that matter)

Columbus   January 9th, 2008 8:36 am ET

Why would you people blame Hillary Clinton for what Americans do in her campaign? What is she supposed to do? Slap them with a ruler? C'mon. That means absolutely nothing. I'm a Republican so I'm not voting for either of them, but that's playing dirty pool to blame her for that. She didn't boo the guy. As a matter of fact, I think they've been rather civil to each other during the campaigning.

michael, london, uk   January 9th, 2008 8:36 am ET

VERY telling comments. HRC supporters acting like the divisive, inflammatory candidate they support. Attacking people who they will have to turn to in 2 months for votes in order to win a general election. Sad really. For all those who (rightfully) are asking "Where is the news?" I submit that it is right here, on the comments page. Not only did HRC supporters boo and heckle their rival in a show of much-anticipated class, but they are now online booing and heckling everyone in the same manner. If this election is really about "Change" — can anyone tell me how driving deep divisions between people along political lines is any different than what is currently plaguing this country/world? I cannot wait for more of this…..

Sue, Michigan   January 9th, 2008 8:36 am ET

Was anyone watching? Omaba congratulated Hillary and asked HIS supporters to give her a big hand, and there was a tiny bit of polite applause (and who knows, maybe some quiet boos, too.)
I did not hear any boos during her speech, and I realize what the piece said, but I don't see this as an indictment of Hillary.
This is an example of someone trying to split the party.
And for those who say how uniting Obama is, I see an awful lot of anger on this board from his supporters. Did you all really believe the pollsters that this race was OVER? I was so thrilled to see the media blown out of the water on this one. I am leaning toward Hillary, but I respect Obama's oratory skills. I'm still trying to decide if he actually has any substance behind his catchy phrases. And please don't think that the easy, preachy style is totally off the cuff. It sounded like a rehearsed sermon to me, and other than the concession to Hillary, it was probably his victory speech.
So on we go. Just remember the goal, folks-to get Bush out, and change the way things are done in Washington. That cannot happen with a Republican.

E.D.   January 9th, 2008 8:34 am ET

I am a woman. I am terribly embarassed that women chose hillary Clinton just because she cried. It just fits into the stereotype. Do you really think that that image of her tearing because she was loosing is a sign of strenght? How are the international leaders looking at her? How could people believe she changed over night? Most of all how could women be so stupid to believe in that charade? It was a sad moment and a several steps back for women. It proved to me that she is really the STATUS QUO. In the back of their minds republicans must be laughing their head off. I know now for sure that there is no way I will ever vote for Clinton. She is a politician of convenience, greedy for power and will not hesitate to use whatever despicable methods in order to otain the personal power she so much craves irregardeless of the best interests of the american people.

As much as I want to trust that the american people finally grew up, criying episodes such as this shows me that after all we are still way behind being a responsible and adult nation.

AMERICA IF YOU COOSE HILLARY CLINTON, YOU GOT ALL THAT YOU DESERVE. AFTER ALL YOU PUT AN IDIOT IN THE WHITE HOUSE, WHY NOT ANOTHER ONE?

Columbus   January 9th, 2008 8:34 am ET

Obama is CLUELESS. I'm not voting for either – but that man doesn't have a clue how to run a country and from what I've read, he clearly lacks even the tiniest bit of patriotism. As much as I can't stand the Clintons, I'd vote for Hillary before him because she's a true blue American. Don't get me wrong – Obama seems like a classy guy – I like him – but not ready to lead until he gets some experience.

Change Agent 007   January 9th, 2008 8:33 am ET

And this is a story WHY?

aliou salam Jax FL   January 9th, 2008 8:33 am ET

Hilary's tricks went well in NewHamshire.
But America beware: There will be more trics as we go forward.

Saint   January 9th, 2008 8:33 am ET

Who cares.

ny yates   January 9th, 2008 8:31 am ET

Yah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! for Clinton, you go girl!
Obama, Boooooooooooooo

Kai   January 9th, 2008 8:31 am ET

I have to agree with a few comments here. Hillary supporters seem to be very nasty toward Obama supporters like myself. What Hillary supporters easily forget is this is the primary election, not the general election. Though I support Obama through the primaries, if Hillary wins the primary, my vote and support will be needed by Hillary. The same goes for all other supporters. Remember Hillary supporters, you might need us, if Hillary wins. Also, Obama attracts a lot of independent voters to vote democrat, so if you treat us like dirt, those independent voters might stay home on election day. Be NICE!

aliou salam Jax FL   January 9th, 2008 8:31 am ET

I am happy for America that Obama's "change" has been adopted by every candidate from republicans to democrats.

One risk for Americans who want change , however, is that change may end up so batardized that no one will recognize it as change.

As a matter of fact, we just saw how hard it is to effect change in a country, from the Newhamshire campaign and Hilary victory: When change agents work hard, forces of status quo work even harder.

Hilary and the forces of immobilism (status quo) doubled their efforts, and so should we.

Jim in Orlando, FL   January 9th, 2008 8:30 am ET

And this is news ? Good Grief ……. Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrggggghhh !

Jim   January 9th, 2008 8:30 am ET

The Clintons are truly amazing. After all the negativity of their comments (including calling Obama's campaign a "fairy tale" and in the process mocking all of his supporters) people still flock to them. I am torn between if their immorality or if the followers of their arrogance and hatred are more of a liability of our future.

I am a Republican who is going to vote for a Democrat for the first time, as long as it isn't another self-serving Clinton.

Wakeup   January 9th, 2008 8:30 am ET

No one should be gloating at this point. A candidate needs to earn the party's nomination. Let's just allow the system to work. There are many more primaries ahead and we will have plenty of time to learn more about Obama and Clinton. There is nothing wrong with some competition, it will give America the best candidate. HIllary was touched by that woman's question, because she simply asked Hillary how she was doing. After all the tough questions, it was probably a comfort that someone asked about her well being. She had a human moment. We saw a new emotion from her and it wasn't fake. I don't just cry at the drop of a hat and neither does she. We can compete, but let's not stop being human beings.

Mike Page   January 9th, 2008 8:29 am ET

Wow Democrats feeding off each other, due to another "Fox type' news report.

Now Dems seem to believe the Republican rhetoric that the Clintons are bad for the country. Remember, under Bill we had the longest period of sustained growth in our history, the Social security deficit issue solved, we were not at war and had real foreign policy. So the 'CHANGE' came under the Republicans to our current mess.

Stop letting the 'Clintons are bad' biased news media rewrite history and giving you false perceptions of the campaigns, listen to your candidate on the issues and make a choice that will beat the Republicans – that's what matters.

Maria Carrasquillo   January 9th, 2008 8:29 am ET

CNN is on a anti-Clinton campaign! Come on people, if you were on Hillary's Team, what would you do??????????

GO HILLARY GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

robert   January 9th, 2008 8:29 am ET

And the oscar is for………

Shannon for Hilary   January 9th, 2008 8:29 am ET

this shouldnt be a game of who is going to congratulate who in what part of the speech. So please tell me what the opening sentence was win Barack one in Iowa. We shall see…

Super Tuesday is coming soon then we shall see a little bit more clearly who is going to win the nomination

Jeen Rock   January 9th, 2008 8:29 am ET

I think Obama is being too nice. Obama needs to be more aggressive when it comes to Hillary and Bill because it is not just Hillary running it is both of them running. I saw Bill Cliton attacking Obama, and Obaman needs to be using that stragetegy to his advantage. Obama, you can't be too soft on the Bill family. Take it from me.

Chris   January 9th, 2008 8:28 am ET

this is news? what is wrong with CNN?

Cashin   January 9th, 2008 8:28 am ET

MARK MY WORDS !!!!!

When Hillary is behind during super Tuesday; Bill will FAINT on STAGE during a MAJOR media event; faux sympathy! And she will run to his side! More fake tears.

MARK MY WORDS!!!

Concerned Canadian   January 9th, 2008 8:28 am ET

Oh well they boo'ed, that's politics for you. Obama will overcome this loss, win the presidency and consequently bring about some real change in America. Obama for 08– make the world happy, America!!

JT   January 9th, 2008 8:28 am ET

Is this seriously news? Political reporting in this country is becoming a joke…

Shannon for Hilary   January 9th, 2008 8:27 am ET

It seems to me that this election is turning into who is booing who or who is not doing what…what really matters is the best person for the position is gaining her momentum back. This is just like politics to hit and kick someone when they are down. It is just like someone said earlier dont blame hilary for what the people who support her are doing because I gurantee you someone in the obama camp is doing the same thing. This is one of the most important elections of our time. we need not to lose the focus on that….

Please report things that are news worthy and when Hilary wins it will be all over

Heidi   January 9th, 2008 8:27 am ET

Hillary cares about America and her heart is in the right place. You may have seen crocodile tears but more likely the news told you you saw them. Those tears were real and so is Hillary's conviction to change and making the US better for the people of this great country.

jamesgraphics@yahoo.com   January 9th, 2008 8:27 am ET

Well I don't know much about politics, but I know history, and history will tell you that if we don't allow a change, a real change, a change that will turn this country in the right direction………. HISTORY WILL REPEAT IT'S SELF, and you don't want this country repeating its history, trust me
Obama "08″
I also know that when ever someone speaks against Obama they sound racist, ladies and Gentlemen. THAT IS EXACTLY WHY WE NEED HIM IN OFFICE RACIST PEOPLE ARE SICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you.

aliou salam Jax FL   January 9th, 2008 8:26 am ET

The newhamshire electors were had by another Hilary trick: Crocodile tears.
They were also swiftboated by Bill's lies about obama.
The clintons are still the bag of tricks we know them to be.

raddit   January 9th, 2008 8:25 am ET

I wonder how much tears she will shed or 'bengays' Hillary would put into eyes to fool the american people. Hillary was so pathetic, my mom said. I'd give her my vote for that pitiful act. Faked or otherwise, still it is pathetic.

stanfrombrooklyn   January 9th, 2008 8:24 am ET

Here is an example of why online news is stupid. Websites put out a provocative headline like "Clinton Supporters Boo Obama" so that we'll click on it. Then when you read the story you read that in fact it was a smattering of supporters at Clinton's campaign headquarters. So some CNN reporter hears a few muffled boos and makes it out to be like there is some huge class war. The reality is that if Obama wins, 99% of Clinton supporters will be disappointed but are certainly going to support Obama in the campaign. Same with Republican supporters. This isn't news worthy of a CNN headline. (Then again, CNN seems to have Britney as a top news story every day so maybe the definition of news has changed.)

Dave   January 9th, 2008 8:24 am ET

HRC doesn't cry when people keep asking her about Bill's cheating. She loves him so much that she stays with him after he basically disrespects her, but she cries from a question. Yes I see now.

JG - London, UK   January 9th, 2008 8:24 am ET

Come on America, the world badly needs anything but more of the same from you.

ron   January 9th, 2008 8:23 am ET

How is this even news? When will so called "news" informers start talking issues and not elementary school level garbage? Try reporting on just issues that affect this country such as Iraq, Iran, poverty, education, economoy, etc. Thank you

Tim   January 9th, 2008 8:23 am ET

How many times have Obama supporters and Obama himself put Hillary down. Hillary and her supporters have been very nice up to this point. Some times you have to be firm but still show love.

G.G.   January 9th, 2008 8:22 am ET

I guess New Hampshire isn't as advanced as they claim to be….

Ken   January 9th, 2008 8:22 am ET

I'm curious that Clinton has talked about knowing exactly what she would do on day one. I haven't seen a reported challenge her and say " what would you do" Maybe I've missed it, but I'd like to hear that.

Ewa   January 9th, 2008 8:21 am ET

Bravo New Hampshire! She cried and you voted her back. Well, it is her party and she crys if she wants it…but I wonder. If this is the way she is going to solve all her problems, she should rather invest in Kleenex, not in presidential campaign.
You had a chance to finde yourselves on the pages of the history books, instead you voted again for status quo decorated in bright coloures.
As for senator Obama, watching him is oplifting! Well done sir! Ewa

Michael Wood   January 9th, 2008 8:20 am ET

I am an undecided Democrat but this type display of unprofessionalism is helping me make my decision. Whatever happened to decorum in politics where different views were acceptable? When did heckling, booing and such become the norm?

M   January 9th, 2008 8:20 am ET

Hillary, Obama, McCain, Huckabee it does not matter who becomes the president as long as the president can steer the country in the right direction and make it what it once was – but then once elected the leaders seem to forget that there is a country called America and there are people called Americans and will again support the corporations in their relentless pursuit of outsourcing and draining the jobs in this country.

Shane, TX   January 9th, 2008 8:20 am ET

I've been avidly and anxiously watching the primaries. I applaud Obama for believing in a better America. I applaud Obama for being a formidable competitor. I applaud Obama for raising the hopes of America's citizens. However, I don't believe that American history books are ready for the name "Barack Obama". The connotation and resonance of that name doesn't bring to mind thoughts of "a better America". I remember the Clinton days when a dollar went a lot further. Clinton has the experience. For those who believe that experience doesn't matter, I say look at what we've gotten since Bush has been at the helm.

Seam, Philly PA   January 9th, 2008 8:19 am ET

Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton.

Is this change?

John Iowa City, Iowa   January 9th, 2008 8:19 am ET

What the Clinton supporters don't understand is, if she wins the nomination we the rest of the dems are going to vote Republican, we hate her that much, The Barack Obama/ John Edwards ticket is going to win anyway so we don't really have to worry about it. The Clintonions are the under educated, under paid lower middle class with a lack of vision, probably don't have internet, probably only high school educated, and probably only voted for her because they're union told them too.

FL on the 29th   January 9th, 2008 8:17 am ET

I can't believe you, CNN. This was posted last night and it still leads your Ticker?!?! This is not news, and even if it was, it only serves to show your bias toward Senator Clinton. BOO to CNN.

ELAINE LUNA   January 9th, 2008 8:17 am ET

MAYBE OBAMA SHOULD HAVE SHED A FEW TEARS WHEN THEY BOOED HIM AND THAN HE COULD HAVE PICKED UP SYMPATHY VOTES LIKE HILIARY…CROCODILE TEARS ALWAYS WORKS WHEN YOU GET BEHIND.

Obama-man   January 9th, 2008 8:17 am ET

Obama: "Hello, I'm a Mac."
Clinton: "And I'm a PC."

Go Barack '08.

Ken Hilton   January 9th, 2008 8:17 am ET

It's a shame how former President Clinton and Sen. Hillary Clinton responded to poll projections that they could lose the New Hampshire primary. While a single vote had yet been cast, their collective reaction to the polls revealed an unflattering side of their character when they went on the attack against Barack Obama. I believe that their display lacked class and could cost them votes not only in the African-American community, but also among democrat and independent voters who might have voted for them. Sadly it reveals how polarizing her election as President could be for the country when this country is in desparate need of unifying leadership.

Garry Lemons, Benton, Arkansas   January 9th, 2008 8:15 am ET

As stated, at a VICTORY party some of her supporters booed Obama?BIG DEAL, do you really think for one second if the roles had been reversed that Obama supporters would have done the same thing? Of course that would have, but the media doesn't want to report on that now do they!
GROW UP CLINTON haters…
Just because your candidate in his empty suit and more empty cup of changes, which by the way, has ANYONE heard WHAT that means?? I don't believe I have heard yet just what he plans to do other than talk about change.
I think Obama is a good man, but that being said just what has he done other than talk the talk??
It is one thing to woo and persaude your followers with promises but honestly I have not heard one iota of exactly what and HOW he plans to do change. Just talk, talk, talk…..

margie   January 9th, 2008 8:15 am ET

how come no one is saying that Obama currently is ahead in the delegate count?

KE, GA   January 9th, 2008 8:14 am ET

So what is your point CNN? They supposed to boo CNN too, of course. You are getting worse than FOX News…

Nick   January 9th, 2008 8:13 am ET

I believe that New Hampshire showed once again the Barak Obama has something to say to the American people. The great thing about freedom of speech in this country and the press coverage that candidates get during our primary election process is that people actually get to hear what the candidates have to say. I see Hilary Clinton talking about "not getting the people excited about making unrealistic changes in our country. "She of the biggest collector of campaign contributions by the pharmaceutical industry and other business groups" while OBAMA say that he believes a candidate for President should be speaking about "What he can do!" Listen to what the candidates are saying people. Hilary dashes off slick inconsequential blurbs that her speech writers come up with for her. OBAMA SPEAKS TO THE HEART OF AMERICAN!!! Don't be afraid of change America. Fulfill your destiny: together we can write a new chapter in our nations history: "We can become the "Yes We Can! nation.

Erica   January 9th, 2008 8:12 am ET

So what? I'm pretty sure Obama's side has done its share of booing too…the difference is they didnt have it caught in the act. This doesn't prove anything but only that this person that made this report had too much time on their hands.

Lets get on to more important things please………

JS Finley   January 9th, 2008 8:12 am ET

This is not news. Don't insult us with this drivel. Either report the real news or get out of the business.

RUPA   January 9th, 2008 8:11 am ET

I sometimes wonder why other ethnic minorities just dont get it that no matter how good a leader they can be they will never be elected into the office of the most powerful leader in the world? I hope Americans stop basing their judgement on military experience which give some of us the impression they are at war 24/7. That notion unfortunately has made Americans the most hated country in the world. And they say its a free world????????

Some of us feel the world will never be at peace if people like the outgoing Bush are allowed to sacrifice many Americans to satisfy his thirst for blood and ambition to be hailed a great leader in crisis. He played on the fears of an entire nation; UNBELIEVABLE. I see terrorism as the new phase of war of mankind against INJUSTICE and unnecessary political interference in domestic affairs of people who choose their own way of life.

Americans are once again being watched all over the world. What were the Americans doing near the territorial waters of Iran? It is unbelievable they have all the high tech available to their military yet freedom fighters of Al Qaeda still keep them scared. It is unbelievable the number of FREE SOULS although living in poverty are willing to kill Americans because of their policy of SCARE and WAR mongering as well as the export of democracy.

Brave peasants who will rather die than be slaves to American occupying and invading army will keep sacrificing their lives for FREEDOM of CHOICE OF GOVERNANCE AND WORSHIP as well LIFESTYLE and quiet.

Its time for Americans to once again choose to be at WAR or be at a relative calm and PEACE depending on whether some BLOOD THIRSTY military veteran is elected into office or they vote for WISDOM and a decent LEADERSHIP. I think about 90% of the worlds population think American leadership is EVIL.

Omar   January 9th, 2008 8:11 am ET

May I kindly ask, who cares?

DYLAN RIVIS   January 9th, 2008 8:11 am ET

Barack Obama showed true class by asking his supporters at the top of his speech to congratulate Hillary Clinton.

Hillary , on the other hand, chose to leave any mention of Barack until the very end of her speech, and then she started from the very bottom of the list , working slowly up the long list , finally ending with Barack Obama.

How insulting and also just how revealing.

Anon   January 9th, 2008 8:10 am ET

Booing isn't a crime. It isn't even a tactic. It's just an expression of losers! LOL! Hilary going negative is an act of desperation. I rather like Obama's inspirational message. We've been so beaten down we need to believe in ourselves again. There's so much work to be done to straighten out the horrible mess we have, it will take everyone. And the booing is divisive. I am sick and tired of the narcissistic Clintons whining about how they are treated. And their superiority complex.

Tim, Nevada   January 9th, 2008 8:10 am ET

Barack's speech last night was absolutely amazing. I'm undecided as to who I will caucus for but I've been leaning towards Obama. Clinton's crying came off as completely fake, her attacks this past week have been nasty and swift-boat like, and Obama talks about what we the American people can do to bring this country together.

Bill   January 9th, 2008 8:10 am ET

When Hillary had her moment of "reflection" a couple of days ago, network people were asking how it would be interpreted if Hillary is at an international gathering of leaders and starts to chock up and cry. Many network people dismissed that notion because Hillary is not really "electable". Now I ask, if Hillary isn't electable then isn't a vote for Hillary just a vote for the Republican party?

Kasey   January 9th, 2008 8:09 am ET

Way to go Hilary .. all that for nothing. Happy now??

Michael   January 9th, 2008 8:09 am ET

Barach Hussein Obama takes great care to conceal the fact that he is really a Muslim. He is quick to point out that, 'He was once a Muslim, but that he also attended Catholic school.'

Obama was taught in a Wahabi school in Jakarta, which is the radical teaching that is followed by the Muslim terrorists who are now waging Jihad against our country. Since it is politically expedient to be a Christian when seeking major public office in the United States, Barack Hussein Obama has joined the United Church of Christ in an attempt to downplay his Muslim background. But when he was sworn into office he didn't use the Holy Bible, but instead used the Koran.

He will not recite the Pledge of Allegiance or show any reverence to our flag. While others place their hands over their hearts, Obama turns his back to the flag and slouches.

We should all dig deeper into his past and his present before we decide who to vote for in the presidential race.

The Muslims have said they plan on destroying the US from the inside out. What better way to start than at the highest level – the office of the President of the United States.

Heidi   January 9th, 2008 8:08 am ET

CNN has a bunch of "good old and young boys" who don't really report the news. These boys always have a slant and it usually has a negative tilt in regards to women. CNN please report the news as is without you remarks and opinions, we will make our own opinions. We don't need "news drama" and we are sick of it.
Lets talk about the real issues and less about sensational crap. People boo, people cheer, and I ask you do you have anything else to report on.
Give us the news straight up and stop waisting our time on Hollywood reporting. This isn't a movie. This is our lives and we take the news seriously and want it reported that way. You're CNN for God sake not e-Hollywood. Report an impartial news.
It seems even CNN cannot handle change. I for one know this country needs a president like Hillary. She can get this job done and she has spent her life proving that for we the people. We owe it to ourselves to put Hillary in the White House. Hillary as President of the United States is change and it's time for change; not lip service.

Ken   January 9th, 2008 8:07 am ET

After submitting a comment, I took the time to read some of those submitted by others. Interesting. I'm not a supporter of Clinton or Obama – go Bill Richardson. However, I do have to make the following observation. The majority of the supporters of Obama here take the moment to criticize supporters of Clinton but then go on to show the same negative behavior they accuse the supporters of Clinton. Touch a nerve anyone?

Honestly, if Obama gets the nomination, it will be the first time ever I do not vote Democratic but will go for an Independent or Green candidate. Why? 1) Lack of experience; 2) Change? As if anyone really believes one person can change Washington without everyone on board. How much as the Democratically controlled Congress been able to move on their promise to change without the support of the Republicans or White House – talk about your rose colored glasses; and 3) Listening to his promises, his charisma, his political speak, and his way of packaging issues and answering questions remind me of aother politician who I'd really rather forget – George W. Bush.

Sean - NH Seacoast   January 9th, 2008 8:07 am ET

Now lets just start by saying the booing is wrong and childish. I agree with many on here , that have said HRC won because of tears and swing indy votes. I also want to add that the 10 or more e-mails about Obama being a Muslim , not doing "The Pledge" , and swaring into office on the Koran, not the Bible, had to have helped Hillary. I got the same e-mail at home , work and my phone. Only TWO were from someone I knew. That leaves 8 -10 more that came from someone that I do not know. This e-mail was two pages of Obama "facts?" and if people were to take even one comment as a "fact" , it would seriously hurt Obama. I would seriously address this e-mail if I were him.

Concerned, Jefferson City, MO   January 9th, 2008 8:07 am ET

Why is this story on here? CNN was aglow when Obama won Iowa. Hillary wins NH, and this is the story she gets? Give me a break. Why does the media hate her so much?

And, to Nick who believes that the Hillary supporters irrationally "hate" Obama. Check the comments every where. The irrational hatred goes both ways. Democrats need to remember, that we will likely vote for one of these two candidates come November. It's not good for the party to continue the irrationality. Additionally, look at their voting records in the U.S. Senate. The only differences are in Obama's votes for Iraq war funding.

AL   January 9th, 2008 8:06 am ET

CNN SEEMS TO HAVE CHILDREN ON STAFF NOW, ARE YOU UPSET BECAUSE YOUR MAN LOST…..

betty jones   January 9th, 2008 8:05 am ET

I have always been dedicated to voting Democrat. But I will not vote for Hillary!!! If I have to crawl to the polls, I will cast my vote for Obama on Tuesday. Mrs. Clinton is a control freak and I am sick of hearing about " HER VISION." Never, has she talked about what the country wants.

Mat   January 9th, 2008 8:05 am ET

Not really to worried about NH as the one moron below thinks NH will make or break the election. I am Rep anyway so i could care less, however Clinton would be a joke in office and Obama is darn sure my choice if a dem gets into office. Hillary will be lucky to even still be campaigning in 2 months, hopefully she will figure out she is wasted her time and what precious few years that ol' hag has left.

Thom Debord   January 9th, 2008 8:04 am ET

To the fellow who said:

"Barack congratulates Hillary and encourages his supporters to. Hillary supporters apparently missed the "act your age not your shoe size" seminar."

Well, sorry. Obama supporters booed Hill repeatedly last night, too, and Hill's words about Obama were a hell of a lot more gracious and complimentary than his were towards her. Maybe that's just the way it goes when you're winning, but still — you might as well try to figure out the facts before you go commenting all over the place. – BKT

Casey B   January 9th, 2008 8:02 am ET

Oh America, please pay attention. We cannot nominate Hillary. The Repubs will crush her before the general election. They will bring up every piece of garbage about the Clintons-they want her to be nominated because they know they can beat her. Her nomination will divide the country even more. Please, let's end the Bush/Clinton dynasty once and for all.

Truth seeker   January 9th, 2008 8:02 am ET

Very simple. A vote for Hillary is a vote for the Republicans. We need to get behind a MAN who can run this country and take control over what is going on. Hillary can't even see what goes on in her own household, or did everyone forget that Bill had a few affairs and she(Hillary) never noticed them. If she can't see that, what else won't she see? We all saw how she cried on cue and proclaimed she found her voice. But if your running for president I think you should have control over your emotions and know what you stand for and not "retool" everytime you aren't leading in the polls.

Tom Davie   January 9th, 2008 8:02 am ET

Wow. 240 posts of Hillary Clinton bashing.

Nothing she does is real. Tears were FAKE -according to Obama supporters.

I think its amazing that this country would honestly try to vote in a forrest gump with no experience when we need a responsible leader.

I dont care if its Clinton, Senator Edwards, McCain, Guiliani , or even that idiot Mitt Romney.

SOMEONE with some experience who isnt going to fumble his way into an international disaster , wreck the economy and make the country worse. We just had 7 years of a FORREST GUMP. Dont stick in ANOTHER one.

You cant just vote someone in just cause you LIKE the guy. Obama has no real experience. Its simply SAD you would give away your vote for president simply to SPITE the rest of them.

Bob - Florida, RFO '08   January 9th, 2008 8:02 am ET

Hillary did a good job and clearly has a very large play book.

Approx 7,880 votes separated Hillary and Barack. Given that this is a "David and Goliath" like scenario.

Given the voter demographics of New Hampshire (57% female / 42% male) I say its an excellent finish for Barack Obama!!

Never underestimate the power of emotion learned over 35 years BUT it’s a trick that can only succeed once!

Go Obama '08

Rich Orl, FL   January 9th, 2008 8:02 am ET

It was another record-breaking night for Democrats! The momentum is intense. Even as an Obama supporter, I say congratulations Hillary.

Our house has one Obama supporter and one Clinton. It makes for some interesting conversation to say the least. I say GO Obama! My spouse says GO Clinton! Why not go together on the same ticket? The sheer numbers alone would win over any Republican.

Joe   January 9th, 2008 8:01 am ET

Independent=No Clintons

Bob - Florida, RFO '08   January 9th, 2008 8:01 am ET

Hillary did a good job and clearly has a very large play book.

Approx 7,880 votes seperated Hillary and Barack. Given that this is a "David and Goliath" like scenario PLUS the voter demographics of New Hampshire (57% female / 42% male) I say its an excellent finish for Barack Obama!!

Never underestimate the power of emotion learned over 35 years BUT it’s a trick that can only succeed once!

Go Obama '08

Emily, Alberta   January 9th, 2008 8:01 am ET

Too funny! Are you trying to tell us that the Obama supporters have never done that to Hilliary?

You can't even give her a clean win. How sad that you have to play into the Clinton hatemongers rule book.

Cheryl   January 9th, 2008 8:00 am ET

I feel so much better knowing that the american people really don"t follow the media,this whole Barak Obama thing has been glorified by them, and Oprah. EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The older generation understands that we need someone who can fight the republicans. The obama campaign is banking on young people and blacks because they buy into his fairy tail. WOMEN came out to support Hill and I am so proud of them KEEP IT UP!!!!!!!! Do not let the media sway your opinion I knew you were all smarter than that, all the comments from Hillary haters give no valid reason why they do not like her, except shes a woman or Bill cheated on her or shes old. GROW UP!!!!!!!!!!!!! The fact of the matter is she won for a reason,that being: the people of this country are not as stupid as the media thinks. CONGRATULATIONS HILLARY YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jim   January 9th, 2008 7:58 am ET

20 years of Bush/Clinton rule is enough. Hillary, please give up before it's too late and the Dems lose again.

GG, Frisco, Texas   January 9th, 2008 7:57 am ET

"Something in the kitchen cooking THAT don't smell right." CNN had Obama in a 10 digit above Hillary? And why did they go to Kenya to find the Obama's grandmother while their was so much confusion and alot of death? What was the point CNN?

Ken   January 9th, 2008 7:56 am ET

Today we have a report that Clinton supporters booed Obama. Yesterday on the evening news we saw images of Obama supporters heckling and shouting at Clinton. What are we – children? Go out, support your candidate and work to bring others to the polls to vote, but leave the childish behavior at the school playground.

Lorenzo   January 9th, 2008 7:56 am ET

Obama will be the first black president of America and thats what democracy is all about…Free at last, the third world countries and the Middles East will accept him with open arms and there will be peace.

DYLAN RIVIS   January 9th, 2008 7:56 am ET

Someone needs to track down the identity of the woman who it was that fed the "How do you feel…?" question to Hillary Clinton at the breakfast meeting at the restaurant . The timing of that question, given that the press was reporting that people just didn't like Mrs. Clinton, that there was a 10% point split between her and Barack Obama and that she was cold and wooden.

I would not be in the least surprised to learn that this was an adroitly manipulated moment.

David Grimesey   January 9th, 2008 7:55 am ET

I am not surprised. Being from Iowa, Clinton supporters DEMANDED us to get in line and support Hillary. If we did not, we were not real Dems.

Alice, VA   January 9th, 2008 7:55 am ET

The fact that Clinton supporters showed no class does not surprise me. Afterall they are die hard supporters of two people that, in my book, have no class. Look at the Clintons, they turn a Senator's funeral into a political convention thinking they are the star attractions. If I were the family of the deceased, I would have had them removed. We know all about Bubba's escapades in the WH. These two are "trailer park", apparently their supporters are as well.

William   January 9th, 2008 7:51 am ET

Why does this feel like watching George W. Bush take primaries in 2000?

Great work New Hampshire. You've started another "divider" down the path.

And for the booing Hillary supporters — Nice. You people showed the world what kind of class you don't have.

Kathi   January 9th, 2008 7:50 am ET

And, what about the Obama fans who booed Hillary Clinton in NH?
Let's be fair in reporting the news, CNN.

Bein Careful   January 9th, 2008 7:50 am ET

VOTE FOR ME because I cried.

VOTE FOR ME because somene yelled, "Iron my shirts."

VOTE FOR ME because my husband sent your job abroad.

VOTE FOR ME because I will grant you amnesty.

VOTE FOR ME because I have so much experience.

VOTE FOR ME because, "I am Soooooo ready to be president."
It is my right!

VOTE FOR ME because I found the Rose law firm records.

Come on people, wise up about the Clintons. Find someone to vote for who will
actually lead the country not someone who believes she is simply fulfilling
some prophecy.

New Mexico Fan, Albuquerqut, NM   January 9th, 2008 7:50 am ET

Well, did you report that the Obama supporters took the stage at the 100 Club in NH, and the fire marshal had to be called to restrain them. Now that is a militant act. I also was at a Iowa Precinct, and the Obama people acted militant. Where do you get this stuff of nice friendly people versus military. I was in the crowds of supporters there at rallies, and they were all friendly. The precinct I observed had a great person leading it, and it was a first timer. They did a few cheers but that was about it.

I agree that you pick and choose your events, and you blow everything out of preportion.

Drew   January 9th, 2008 7:48 am ET

Did you notice that when she was hugging Bill, just befor her victory speech, last
night she stopped smiling. She smiled when hugging Chelsey, smiled at the supporters, but frowned when hugging Bill. She's just using his juice for her
own good. Theres nothing there between them.

margie   January 9th, 2008 7:48 am ET

Sasha, sasha, CNN, CNN is this newsworthy?. SOUR GRAPES. GIve the lady some credit. You wrote her off and she cameback. YOU got it WRONG.
Well done Hillary.
CNN report real news PLEASE

zrtmanz   January 9th, 2008 7:48 am ET

Thank our Lord that air is free cause Hillary and Bill would both be broke.. She is an epitome of a typical crooked washington Politician. What has she done for NY??? Ask New Yorkers, NOTHING She cries during an election. Whats gonna happen when there is another 911, and it is coming.. is she gonna cry on Bill's shoulders and ask him what to do cause she yanked all the troops out of Iraq and her military has been cut cause she had to just prove Bush wrong no matter what. This country is ready for change and she represents change all right, back to the mess that Bill caused leading the country up to 911 and then leaving office and dumping the mess on Bush and the slamming him . The Clintons should go back to Arkansas to see what a warm welcome they'll get from their home state

Jeff Burke   January 9th, 2008 7:46 am ET

Wow….not one photo of McCain on the blog so far. You guys need to get FAIR AND BALANCED……REALLY….CNN…..the Clinton News Network

Joseph, NY, NY   January 9th, 2008 7:45 am ET

I don't think Americans want a poet or a preacher for president, that’s what Obama is, pretty talk no action.

A lot of comments mention the negative tone of the campaign forgetting that Obmama and Edwards were the first to go negative. A person has a right to defend themselves when attacked.

Obama also talks about change but forgets that he is part of the current congress that has produced no change.

Obama talks about Washington insiders when he too is a Washington insider, he works in Washington just like all the other senators do, that is of course when he decides to actually do his job, instead of hanging out with Oprah.

William Ross   January 9th, 2008 7:44 am ET

is that all the worthwhile news that the correspondent could get ? that "some" people booed Obama? and then the headline is misleading as if everyone booed Obama? geez. BIll Clinton is right when complaining about the pro-Obama bias of the media. What corporate interests are behind this?

Bein Careful   January 9th, 2008 7:43 am ET

I really fear for this country if Hillary Clinton becomes president. Because she cried, women voted for her. Great reason. I'll bet the muslim nuts around the world can't wait for her. Her campaign probably planted the two guys at her rally yelling, "Iron my shirts." Another great reason to vote for her. We sincerely need patriots today because unlike years ago when the British were coming, we now can yell, "The muslims are coming." She will invite them with open arms and they will cut her throat. They are the establishment which sends our jobs abroad and allows Mexican trucks into our country. We cannot endure more of the same with the Clintons.

B-Lois   January 9th, 2008 7:43 am ET

I am closely following the run up to the Presidential race and it it very obvious that racism still exists in the United States.

Obama is honest and speaks from the heart, but it is clear that America is not ready for this type of honesty. The nation is truly on the decline. Bear in mind that all men are created equal under God.

Jeff from Jersey   January 9th, 2008 7:42 am ET

The Obama crybaby's are out in full whine mode.Even his supporters are no different than he is.New Hampshire finally showed that people are starting to realize what a phony Obama is.Let's hope enough of them get wise to him.He is no different than any other politician and would be a disaster as president especially after 8 years of George Worst and his thugs.

Jeff Burke   January 9th, 2008 7:42 am ET

What is all this talk about positive campaigns? Running for public office has always involved contrasting your record and ideas with that of another. Historically everyone gets aggressive in the process and after the race they all go out to dinner and laugh about the rhetoric. We have given the concept of positivity a higher value than truth. We don't need nice, we need truth.

Deborah   January 9th, 2008 7:41 am ET

This is the way it will be – the Clintons redux. Never has politics seen a more politically gifted couple, yet one so devoid of real character. They simply bring out the worst in people, evidenced by their supporters. Though I did not support Obama, I am excited by the new enthusiasm his supporters display. He is deserving of respect for that alone – unprecedented voter turnouts, huge participation by new voters and young voters. Yet, Clinton and her minions (including her puppeteer husband Bill) insult Barak. I am not African American, but if I were I would be HUGELY insulted. As it is, I am disturbed by these actions and think that if Hillary wants to "united" the country, she'd better start with disciplining her own camp.

Upstate New York for Obama   January 9th, 2008 7:41 am ET

For those of you who said Hillary won in New Hampshire, look at the delegate count. 9 for Hillary, 9 for Obama. hmmm…doesn't look like a win to me.

Jaho   January 9th, 2008 7:40 am ET

from aj above…"IF HILLARY WINS THE NOMINATION I GUESS I WILL VOTE REPUBLICAN FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME."

my comment….I am with you. At least I know what I am getting then.

There was an exit poll on MSNBC that asked, "Regardless of how you voted today, which of these candidates would be most likely to unite the country if elected president".

Obama had 51%….Clinton 28%.

I guarantee if she gets the nomination, she will polarize the country even more than it currently is. Even in the unliklihood that she gets elected….nothing will get done…again. Republicans and many Independents HATE her. Wise up democrats! Stop voting for losers!

Ed,Ellenville,New York   January 9th, 2008 7:40 am ET

Hey CNN, you should be pointing out the overwhelming advantage that democrats have over republicans so that their donors stop throwing their money in the fire. Supporting the red party is a waste of resources that could be better spent propping up our consumer market. By dropping the ridiculous assertions that any republican is viable,you could save our economy long enough for us to take back the helm and secure our future. Your corporation cannot sustain itself without advertising dollars from businesses that cannot afford for this money to be diverted to lost causes like the republicans. Long term gain over short term profits.

TAMMY   January 9th, 2008 7:38 am ET

I support Obama and Clinton….either one will be better than what we have now. As for the booing….so what, it shouldn’t be a reflection on Clinton, she didn’t boo anyone. And last….why does it seem like the media is beating up on Hillary, as if she doesn’t have a chance to win this thing?? Makes you want to go hmmmmm….PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST…

P.S. I AGREE WITH YOU LIBERAL LADY…..

John Karsten, Virginia Beach, VA   January 9th, 2008 7:36 am ET

This is no surprise to me after yesterday and her crying and vote for me becausew I can cry……………………whatever

At least Obama is leading by one for the nomination.

HRC is not for change. She only started saying that crap after she lost big in Iowa. She only tell America what we wnat to hear not what we NEED to hear from her. You all know he will take S.C. and then on to the rest of the country.

IF SHE WINS I WILL NOT VOTE FOR ANYONE. She does not represent me or my ideas. She will only go to Washington and do nothing………like I have said before, she is in this race for History, not for what the country wants. Way to go New Hampshire and spliting the party and looking

Max Livingston   January 9th, 2008 7:35 am ET

I'm not surprised, classlessness is HIlary's motto; however, one cannot directly blame her for the lack of respect of her supporters.

Despite this, I must say that if you are buying what she's selling considering that she's already been bought (by medical companies and the like) and can't truly deliver what she sells as a result, I think it says something about you. Given this, the ignorant actions of these seemingly unseeing supporters surpise me not.

PH   January 9th, 2008 7:34 am ET

I have never in my life commented on one of these websites. And I have NEVER voted Republican in my life (and I've been voting for nearly 20 years).

But I will NOT vote for Hillary. Ever. Not even if Fred Thompson is opposing her.

I'm desperately tired of Bush-Clinton-Bush.
That Hillary — and her supporters — approach the nominations with the same arrogance and sense of entitlement that W. did in 2000 only adds to my resolve.

Carressa   January 9th, 2008 7:33 am ET

Give me a break with the Hilliary crying act. Will she be crying when Iran won't agree to a plan. I'm sick of her with the experience crap. It is her experience along with the rest of the goons in Washington, who has the country in the mess that it is in. Experience is not always a plus. And for all the Hilliary supporters out there, I am not hating because I use to be a Hilliary supporter until I saw her being just down right nasty to the other candidates. Tell me what you are going to do for the American people and how will she elude these special interest groups. That is the real deal. She can have a playground fight with Obama and Edwards later on her watch.

Hillary is a warmonger   January 9th, 2008 7:33 am ET

Clinton supporters are some of the nastiest people I have ever encountered on political messageboards and I suspect those booing were one and the same. Very typical behavior of the those who support war and more war. They are clueless Long Island New Yorkers who don't give a rats ass about all the people who have lost their lives in Iraq thanks in part to Hillary voting for the Iraq War Resolution and never apologizing for her stunningly stupid and clueless vote. Then she sort of apologizes but then votes AGAIN for war with Iran! Ugh!! Check out 'Daily Kos.com' if you want to see HRC supporters in their true glory. Better yet? Take a look at 'Democratic Underground.com' and see what kind of insane people are supporting her! These people have no conscience. They are vicious and rude and I hope that the rest of the country will take note and stop her in her tracks! I would love to have a woman president but not one that doesn't care about who she kills with her votes. That's not my kind of champion. Look people, who we give that power to has to be someone we would trust with our lives and our children's lives. She sent my son to Iraq and risked his life and as I type this; she's on TV telling the world how much she cares about people! Well; she didn't care about my son or me or my family or the one million dead Iraqi's familys. I want a president that has a heart as well as a brain and she isn't it. Dear America; please stop voting for warmongers. Save your children! Vote for a Peaceful future. Please think about what is at stake before you vote!

Uncle Clay, Arizona   January 9th, 2008 7:32 am ET

I weep for the future. Doesn't even matter who wins at this point.

Dan   January 9th, 2008 7:32 am ET

When Barack won Iowa and Hillary ended up in third place, the media's coverage made it seem Clinton was all but done and Barack unstoppable. Now that Clinton won New Hampshire (let's not worry about percentage points), will the media's coverage be more of a 50/50 split in its coverage and will they recognize that not all Democrats are willing to join a Barack bandwagon without getting all of his stances on different issues. I'm still undecided so I'm for one am happy someone other than Obama won New Hampshire. I live in Indiana so the chances of me deciding the fate of who becomes the democratic nominee is lost since May 6th (our primary date) is too far away and the nominee will be decided in the next month or two. Whoever wins, your views will be scrutinized but I am optimist our nation will be moving toward a chance of a brighter future.

Marty   January 9th, 2008 7:29 am ET

My husband can't stop celebrating Hillary's win in New Hampshire and how "smart" she is. Yea, she's smart, but he forgets the word "conniving." I'm an Obama supporter and he's still a very very strong contender. So, I hope Hillary enjoys her brief victory. The tears just reinforce how conniving she is. I don't trust her!!

God Bless America – what a great land we live in. Where else would we be able to post our opinion and not suffer any consequences?

PS: I am woman, wife, mother, grandmother and disabled student.

Phyllis   January 9th, 2008 7:28 am ET

Yeah, Bill knows all about "fairy tales".

"Once upon a time there was a blue dress with…"

Dennis   January 9th, 2008 7:28 am ET

Toni…
Don't be naive. Barack did have the teleprompter set up. They were on either side of him. If you were watching his speech closely you would have seen them and, in addition, it was mentioned by the commentators. As for who wrote whose speeches…how do any of us know which are the exact words written by the candidate and the ones written by a speech writer. It really doesn't matter. What matters is what he or she believes. The reality is, they are both fantastic candidates. I am delighted we have such a wonderful choice and either will serve us far better than we have been served for the past 7 years. At this point I'm not sure who I will vote for in the NY primary. I lean to Hillary's experience, knowing the way she has served NY so ablely the past 7 years. On the other hand, Barack brings back the feeling I had so many years ago when JFK first ran and I was very young and very idealistic. I guess if I vote with my heart and my hope I go with Barack. If I go with my brain and my logic, I go with Hillary. Only the coming weeks will tell.

Nice, Houston, Texas   January 9th, 2008 7:26 am ET

HILLARY CRIED HERSELF TO A WIN IN NH, WHAT A PITY.

HILLARY CRIED HERSELF TO A WIN IN NH, WHAT A SAD DAY.

I THOUGTH "BIG GIRLS DON'T CRY"

HOW I YOU GOING TO FIGHT OR CONFRONT TERROR IF YOU CRIED YOUR WAY TO BE PRESIDENT

John Larsen   January 9th, 2008 7:25 am ET

Obama is a smooth talker, reminds me of someone we have in office today he sound's like a used car salesman also. What short memories we American's have I sometimes wonder how we even survive if not for our men and women in the military we wouldn't even have these discussion's, sure they want to come home but they also want home to be safe.

glennmcgahee   January 9th, 2008 7:25 am ET

And it was Obama supporters who booed Hillary Clinton at the televised (CSpan), Jefferson-Jackson dinner in Iowa recently.
So how's that for class people?
As for Obama giving his "off the cuff" speech on "feelin good", I've heard those sermons many times. Go into any black church, its very exciting and uplifting. It doesn't necessarily get anything done except boost your spirits for a while but its not the second coming. Remember, Obama votes present most of the time rather than take a stand on things limke women's reproductive rights. People, look at his voting record. He hardly takes a stand on anything – very safe if you're planning to run for president some day.

Brattleboro, VT   January 9th, 2008 7:25 am ET

I don't understand why some of you are so discouraged. We've started knowing about Obama less than four years ago, what is not the case with the Cintons. If the guy did this in NH I think it's a huge victory. Obama is the America's choice whether you like it or not. Those who booed him will cry these coming days.

America, wake up from your deep sleep, you leader is there! Obama will lead you to the promised land: Unity !!!!!!!

Danielle   January 9th, 2008 7:24 am ET

Uh — this is still America, and we still have freedom of expression here. It's our constitutional right. Booing is a form of expression – so does CNN have a problem with freedom of expression?

This is not even a news story – just another dig at the Clinton campaign.

Sue   January 9th, 2008 7:24 am ET

We should have someone who is a true American as our President. Enough Said!!!!

brandie   January 9th, 2008 7:23 am ET

Obama supporters, where are you going to be when it's time to vote?

It seems Hillary got lucky, due to her fake wanna-be tears & good weather. Had it been snowing, I highly doubt she would have won. Her wishy-washy supporters may have gotten their feet wet.

I'm surprised that NH people are that stupid. Hillary—who slings crap when she's losing, McCain—who arrogantly claims he'll get Obama's votes…

I don't see any class in anyone but Obama & Edwards…

Tamika Jackson   January 9th, 2008 7:22 am ET

Did anybody really think America was going to elect a young black man with vision?
People will lie to the pollsters all the time but when election day comes the true feelings about race in this country cannot be hidden. Bill Clinton was condescending, but truthful, (which is not easy for him) when he called Barack a fairy tale. He knew full well America will never elect a brother named Barack. If you want to see the true face of America all you need to do is go back to the senate race in Connecticut where Lieberman ran against Ned Lamont. The blogs were filled with anti-semitic poison. When push comes to shove there is no way America is going to elect a black man president. The majority still wants a white, blond, christian. It's time my sisters and brothers wake up and sit this one out.

Rita   January 9th, 2008 7:21 am ET

Hey, the queen wants to get this over with and take the throne. Just don't get in her way. By the way hand her a tissue for her one tear…..

Nic   January 9th, 2008 7:19 am ET

This is news?

christopher   January 9th, 2008 7:17 am ET

How is this newsworthy?

Selina   January 9th, 2008 7:17 am ET

Hope the new president of America will be the right person! Hopefully he/she will be Christ-like! He/she must not only give some classy speech but to show it too! Actions speaks louder than words! Please vote wisely!!

John   January 9th, 2008 7:16 am ET

After hearing that about Clinton supporters….I'll tell all y freinds to vote Obama.

Clinton supporters…..bunch of spoiled welfare bratz.

Susan   January 9th, 2008 7:15 am ET

It just goes to show what the Clinton machine is made out of…and I for one am sick of it….She is full of crap….GO OBAMA….THIS OVER 50 BABY BOOMER WOMAN SALUTES YOU…..YOU WILL BE NEXT COMMANDER IN CHIEF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Khalil   January 9th, 2008 7:15 am ET

This shows the ugly side of politics. I think the three democratic front runners would be a good choice for President. However Obama has the momentum due to his ability to motivate the American people and give them a sense of hope for change in the way politics are done and how they perceive elected officials.

J   January 9th, 2008 7:14 am ET

If President Clinton lowers himself anymore, my head will explode. I also hated Hillary's crying, "personal" battle. It's not supposed to be personal, Hillary, it's supposed to be about the country. Of course, you will make it personal, reenergize Republicans, and at best lead to more DC gridlock and at worst give us four more years of conservative appointments and Republican rule. But don't let us little voters get in the way of your personal battle. Her negatives are legendary, 48% will not vote for her under any circumstance.

C.Robin   January 9th, 2008 7:14 am ET

Would we expect anything less from a Clinton except anger and presumption? To think that many of of us have HOPE (oops, that is a dirty word now from Clinton, even though we had to hear about it for years under her husband — but then again, he actually grew up in Warm Springs!). Let's hope that the Hildabeast is but a NH blip and that this country will not continue the 20-year run of Clinton-Bush.

Zayed   January 9th, 2008 7:13 am ET

When Hillary is talking about experience where was this experience for the war in Iraq that she supported hardly. I don't see any change in Hillary .She represent the old and actual administration. We need new face and idea .

ariane   January 9th, 2008 7:13 am ET

It's not like this is going to be a slow news day. Shouldn't you be reporting a real news story? Seriously.

Teri