Waaaah, Waaaah, Waaaah. Obamas only real words of experience

I watch CNN , Obama said"I won't let the lobbyist to set up my agenda as a president" he said it again and again.

but his national campaign co-chair is a national register lobbyist .The lobbyist is setting up his agenda now.

You should have responded BEFORE the election Barack. Remember the Swift Boaters?!? Kerry didn't respond right away and the damage was done. Now take your medicine and learn from the experience.

2004 - you state that your position on Iraq is similar to that of George Bush. How is that an unequivocal statement of opposition?

Well Bill Clinton is the man that asked us what our definition of the word "is" is. Why is anyone surprised that he twisted someone else's words?

Its clear that if you have your own interpretation of language and syntax you can justify anything.

I wonder how he will interpret Hillary's minimizing the impact of Martin Luther King in her speech and stating that Lyndon B Johnson was really the person who enacted change.

I don't need an angry ex-president to tell me what someone else said.

I am embarrassed by my previous support of Bill Clinton. The Clintons have taken the "low road"…and that's being kind.

Obama is a good guy but once again he wasn't around for the Irag war vote so the entire " He said, She said " thing doesn't float. I think he's going to make a great VP and then become President down the road in another election.

As for John Edwards, he's TOAST. bye Bye John

It seemed like a pretty desperate comment from Bill. Barack opposed/opposes the war, but he certainly doesn't want to abandon our troops who were given a mission and are in harm's way. How is that a contradiction?

Oh, WHAT is this?? Obama saying someone twisted his words? Everyone keeps slamming Clinton for her supposed whining, NOW lookie lookie…
One loss and this is how he comes out..I can just imagine what he will be saying if he loses another and another..
The media REALLY needs to start looking at Obama and actually reporting on his record (is there a record) instead of focusing all their time on Clinton. She has proven herself, has Obama with what, 2 years as JUNIOR Senator? What HAS he done as a Senator, what is his voting record in the house and most importantly PLEASE someone tell me what his plan of change is. I haven't heard a word on how he plans to do this…hmmmnnn By saying present when it comes to voting???
Your killing me with all this sticky sweet promise of change and nothing to back it up..charisma and good talks do NOT make a President.

Hillary has this sown up already, don't let the press fool you. She has all the super deligates already. And as we see, Bill Clinton is more than just the future First Lady. He talks, people listen. Blacks will vote for Hillary over Obama because of him. Yesterday I saw 4 women saying "I just want to see a woman president". They don't care if she's the best choice or not. If Oprah quits her show and follows him to every state he has a small chance. Unless there is some debate where Obama can make a halo appear around his head, this is a done deal.

"What's pretty clear is that the American people are taking this process seriously. They want to bring about the fundamental change in how our politics works."

Can Mr Obama be a little more specific on what changes he would make in 'how our politics works' and what methodology he would use?

Is he going to get rid of the electoral college? Make all primaries run on the same day? Change Senate or House rules to prevent minority positions from blocking passage of majority positions?

If the fundamental change he is going to make is to have people be more polite and more civil, I think that might interfere with first amendment rights, but more power to him.

However, I never saw Emily Post as someone I would want to steer my country through even clear sailing waters, let alone the current maelstrom we find ourselves in.

But Obama wasn't in the Senate at the time of the vote authroizing the war. He is in office at the time the Americans are asking to get the troops out of Iraq. A lot of us believe, that supporting our troops means bringing them home.

CNN Situation Room Anchor Wolf Blitzer, made it clear that Bill Clinton did twist the words of Obama. CNN did an excellent job in getting to the facts of Clinton's statement when it was first aired. Unfortunately, Obama's team and strategists take a long time to answer false charges. I think that is why Obama might lose this nomination. You've got to be sharper and more acute in responding to false or negative facts. No response will cause the accusations to stick.

Come on Obama, you are an intelligent guy, but you've got to tell your people to look at Fox, MSNBC, and CNN, like I do, and catch the big stuff. Bill Clinton got people to think twice, and Hilary's crying got the women thinking twice, and the Obama campaign said nothing until this morning. Too little too late. It cost us last night. Obama if you need help, let me send you what is out there. You simply can't give the Clintons an inch, because they will take a million miles.

Welcome to politics, Mr. Change!!!

I've seen your comments on film and heard the audio. You got called out by a master and roasted for it!

I guess Obama really is a symbol of change. that's why he keeps changing his mind about where he stands on the issues.

Obama concentrate on your campaign and stop the blame game, Hilary won this time it is her turn to celebrate too just as you did five days ago. Stop blaming Bill, because I don't know what change you are talking about other than being a good orator. Whether Clinton won by 1point or 2, it is still a win and she worked for it because every body including CNN and Fox news had given you a free joy ride, which was totally a fairytale so to speak. It is time to move on there are other 48 states that you need to concentrate on or you will get another bunch out!
Go Hilary '08!

please Obama, you took Hillary ideas and speaches and then together with the media you crucified her. The media is not tough on you at all.I wonder why?? maybe because you're a man? and a woman is always stupid??? the media literary crucified her. I wish they do the same to you. but they won't because it is a lot more fun to harass a woman than to harass a man right???
Obama you are not experienced and you should face it.the only reason you won in Iowa is because people are stupid and follow what Oprah says. people can't think for themselves they need Oprah to tell them how to live their lives.
Hillary is the best candidate and peopel know it. the only reason theyd on't vote for her is because she is a woman. if she were a man, she would have won in both Iowa and NH. I hope people get over the sexism and gender issue and realize women can take lead positions. women have been taking hard jobs in the past 50 years: engineers, doctors, teachers, lawyers, etc. therefore, there is no proof that a woman cannot take the presedent job.

I find it very disturbing that someone who was not in elected office at the time the vote on the Iraq War took place can say they were against it from the beginning. Anyone can say that. It is a much different thing when you actually have a responsibility of a vote and have to think things through. Senator Obama was not privvy to the intelligence that was presented (faulty as it was in hindsight), nor did he have the responsibility of pondering an actual vote. He was not in the Senate. When you are not responsible for a decision it is extremely easy to say you are against something. Wait, isn't that the reason why polls are not that accurate. You can predict how you would do under certain scenarios and hypotheticals. Things change when you actually are faced with real life decisions. Barack Obama needs to get off that argument as it does not make sense. Give me a decision on which he actually was in the Senate to vote on, and we can have a dialogue.

Two things that I have not heard anyone talking about that I think are very telling about last night's results. 1.)Biden and Dodds were "experience " candidates. Had they been in the race would they have pulled from Clinton? Probably.
2.) If Kucinich and Richardson had not been in the race would their support gone to clinton? I think not! With Edwards and Obama sharing the "change" vote They garnered well over 50% of the vote.

If you can't take the heat-get out of the kitchen.

The cocky little boy doesn't know what to do with a man like Pres. Clinton. Poor Obama………….Kind of makes me wonder how he would handle all the remarks that are made by national or international leaders as president.

The free media ride is over for Obama, they all got it wrong.

Way to go Hillary, Way to go!! I am so proud of ever person who voted for her in NH…………..Thank you for the win last night, you showed the media that there really are 50 states in the primaries.

Slick Willy twisting or taking liberty with words?? No, never happen!! LMAO on that one. I'm not even an Obama supporter, but that's rich. Bet he had the old finger wagging too.

Bill Clinton has lied before, just because he hasn't been caught doing it in 8 years doesn't mean he isn't doing it… I would like to see proof before I "take his word" on anything.

Look, I'm not gonna hate on Hillary for winning New Hampshire. All I'm saying is the crying and Bill using half of Obama's quote the night before and day of the election didn't give Obama time to respond and clarify his statements before the vote. Even in the AP article, Hillary said her crying was "might have helped me win". I want to see ONE state where Clinton(s) doesn't use any type of tactics the day before the election and when I see that, I won't saying nothin bad about her.

Poor Obama…..is he just now understanding that the Clintons will do and say ANYTHING to win? They are nasty and mean and will try and destroy him, his family and his campaign. Hang in there Obama!

mr obama,its really very simple..you may have a lot of good things to say, a great attitude…and on and on and on….
but the ONE THING that counts MOST at this critical time, is to pick up the pieces of the trail of destruction thats been left..
and that, im sorry to inform you, REQUIRES A TON OF EXPERIENCE…

news bulletin: YOU JUST DONT HAVE THAT….

why is CNN the only network to show a difference of 2% between Hillary and Clinton and Obama? it is clear that CNN and others are trying to influence the race. It was obvious during several debates when some were asked to Hillary only and not to the other candidates ( about the driver's licence in NY for example).
one more time we can see that Cnn lost the notion of doing information and become one more channel whithout any objectivity.

Stop crying already, Bill's been allowed to "takes liberties" whenever he wants, what are you going to do about it??

I would like to know why the media has seem to forgotten the Governor Bill Richardson is also a candidate. The Governor has a very good platform and is down to earth in his message. I think he deserves more respect since he is also dedicating his time and money and effort just as the other candidates are. He doesn't even get to have his concession speeches aired. I think the media needs to give him a chance. The media is not always right. Look at what happened in New Hampshire. Everyone was counting Hillary out. I guess she showed them!
So I am asking. Please, be respectful; give him the time he deserves. He may not be the front runner but he does have a very strong message. I for one have heard it and believe it…

Stil Hilary won, too late to cry over spilt milk. Move on, people. Can't you see and reason? It is a matter of who is will best lead the country and not who is likeable or good orator? Hilary is best suited for the country right now, come Nov'08 and we will all be surprised that she did it again!!!!
Hilary Girl.

This just proves that the only thing Obama has going for him is a smooth, slick tongue. When it comes to direct questions about his past decisions or achievements he gets all fumbled up. He keeps trying to give the answer that he thinks voters want to hear instead of answering truthfully… We put up with that nonsense from Bush, we don't need another president that lies to save face.

There's no need be bitter Obama. In the past, you have been vague about your position on Iraq and its only lately that you have gone with the popular consensus.

I think the margin of loss speaks for its self. in my opinion it is not only important to just see who won and who lost, but to also look at how big of a win/loss was it. Oboma won big and lost small, Hillary lost really big and won small. Take it how you want it, but that really doesnt say much for hilary. she needs to do something to change that because in my opinion, that doesn't put her in a position of a confidence boost. She is still scrambling. It took her crying (fake crying) to get attention and angry remarks from her husband to get attention. To me that's LAME.

Maybe Oboma should let his wife loose on Bill to take verbal jabs and hissy-fits and then maybe he should show a softer whiney side to get votes. what's going to happen if she gets in the White house and people aren't happy???? or if people are angry with her????? is she going to get on CNN and cry again? Is she going to call up other world leaders and Cry "this is not just politics, its personal for me"???? Your personal issues go to the wayside when you are trying to run a group, business, state, government or a COUNTRY!!!!!!!

Her speeches lack conviction, her posture says "its all about me", her responses are catty and her appearance under pressure can be read like a Dr. Sues book.

Need I say More????

questions?

There's no need to be bitter Obama. In the past, you have been vague about your position on Iraq and its only lately that you have gone with the popular consensus.

I feel that it was Bill CLintons place to speak up on behalf of his wife because Obama has been twisting her words for months now. If you dont like his methods then maybe you are not cut out to become the President of the United States Mr. Senator. Stop complaning and get to focusing on how you can bounce back from this loss.

Is this what we now reward?

Bill twisting Obama's words on Iraq, slamming him and his supporters for living in "fairyland," and Hillary invoking Rovian tactics by trying to scare voters with the Al Qaeda reference yesterday.

It seems bizarre that with an opportunity to say "enough" to lobbying money in DC, some New Hampshire voters decided to register a "protest" vote against Edwards "piling on" and the mainstream media "daring to tell them who to vote for."

Jim, you have not heard anyone talk about that because we don't have time to analalyzing that, they didn't win, the dropped out and so why waste time? It is clear she would have still won may be even with a greater percentage if they were not in!
Hilary '08

"I'm not clear about what the contradiction is," says Obama. "I said from the start that Iraq was a bad idea. I also said from the beginning that if we were gonna go in then we would have an obligation to our troops and that's been a consistent position of mine. So, the notion that somehow that diminishes my clear unequivocal statement of opposition to the war even before the congress voted to authorize it actually doesn't make much sense."

The contradiction is that he promised to vote against funding the war when he ran for Senate and then did it anyway. His vote was not going to defeat funding for our troops so he could have voted no, or he could have abstained similar to his history of voting present in the State Senate. He clearly voted the way he did for political purposes and yet he critcizes others for doing the same. Obama is making his war opposition a key part of his pitch, but he isn't that strong in this area. He is no Kuncinch on this. And there is a reason why, he knew being a Kuncinch could not win him the nomination. He needs to get off the past and talk about the future and tell us why he is best suited to handle Iraq once in office.

Furthermore, he misrepresents Mrs. Clinton's position on Iraq. She voted to give Bush the authority to use force against Iraq because Bush said he wanted to use that authority to force Sadam to let inspectors in. Mr. Bush misused that authority by rushing to war without making a good faith effort to use the threat of force to engage in effective diplomacy. Voting to give someone the authority to do something is not the same thing as approving of the way they use that authority. If I were to support giving someone a driver's license, I would be giving them the authority to drive a car. That is not equal to me supporting them driving that car off a cliff. Especially if they had promised not to do that. The only person who is responsible for the mess in Iraq is George W Bush. George Washongton once said "…to secure peace,…it must be known, that we are at all times ready for War." The Congress gave George W Bush the tools he needed to secure peace, he choose to use them not to acheive that end, but to recklessly pursue a radical ideological agenda. The Congress did its duty, it was George W Bush who didn't do his. Mr. Obama should stop pandering to the far left by trying to make this vote an issue. In 2004 he didn't feel that this vote in any way should disqualify John Kerry or John Edwards as suitable for office. Now that he is running for President and he stands to benefit from making these attacks he does. He either lied then to help his party, or is dishonestly making an issue of this now for his own gain. Not exactly a new kind of politics.

Jim, thank you. That is the only intelligent analysis I've heard in 4 days.

Maybe Hillary is the best candidate, maybe not. Her experience is only valuable if you don't want change. Check the figures, she gets more money from the healthcare lobbiests she claims to fight, than anyone save George W Bush.

She will be a good president, but I think America will have missed out on a chance to unite the country & take power out of the pockets of big business.

I said this several days ago about Hillary & now I'll say it about Bill–they're sneaky politicians who will do anything to win. Don't trust either of them.

Hmmm… you are right? You said iraq war is a bad idea but at all debates you mentioned you opposed it. You mentioned you voted against the iraq war but I just realized that you are a junior senator that took office on 2004 - after the war. I think you are a good orator without any single experience.

The primary is now getting ugly. It is disappointing that the former President Clinton has to resort to ugliness but what can he do? It's too bad things are the way they are.

I hope we get an unifying figure for our president, regardless of party.

And despite these things, like the true statesman he is, Mr. Obama remained congratulatory in his manner towards the Clintons, regardless of how much mud they sling in his face. Compared with his methods, the Clintons are petty, trivial, and had a mouthful of "Senator Obama" to say prior to the voting, and a paraphrased version of an Obama speech after the results were in.

The fact remains that the Clinton campaign is the bitter, dirty, old, inauthentic one.

Obama needn't say a word at all to look refreshing by comparison.

CNN: I know it's a tough topic to talk about, but why is there no discussion about Hillary's constant minimizing of MLK over the past 3 days and saying it was really LBJ who brought about the real change?

African Americans have infinitely more reason to be outraged this morning than woman did yesterday at the mainstream media playing "Hillary's moment" over and over.

The goal of Obama (and the media is feeding it) is to go up on stages and give these "I have a dream" MLK rip off speeches without ever saying anything. What are your programs- Give details! What are you going to CHANGE and how are you going to do it.

Only morons fall for these empty pillowcase speeches. He's a politician!!!!!

Hey CNN! Obama LOST last night, baby! Just maybe the American people — and not you lot — will decide who the next president will be.

Keep up the Obama lovefest. We are on to you, and the more free fluff pub you give him, the more people will turn on him. You have yourselves to thank for last night.

I saw David Gergen get visibly upset when someone suggested that Hillary still had a chance the other night. Very unbecoming. I loved Donna Brazille's face last night as the results came in. Priceless, after she talked about Obama's tidal wave.

By the way: You were off by 12 points on Clinton's support last night in New Hampshire. Try polling someone NOT wearing an Obama t-shirt next time!

I can't understand how cnn is reporting New Hampshire as anything other than a tie.

Clinton and Obama both recieved 9 delagates. This is not a popular vote election… you win by obtaining over half the delegates.

Additionally, of the super delegates in the state 3 support Obama to the 2 that support Clinton. If anything, Obama won this state.

Good job CNN on confusing people as to how the political process works.

Sour Grapes Obama.
Hillary beat you and thats that. Your sords were not twisted. I think you will make a good VP (if you play your cards right). BE careful what you say as it may come back to haunt you.
GO HIL

I hate it for you, but when you throw mud, you have to expect to get mud thrown back. Personally, I hate all the mud slinging and negativety that comes with the elections. We want to hear what you can do, not a bunch of twisted facts about your competition.

I have to laugh.. Mr. Obama have been attacking Ms. Clinton for a long while on her record, but when somebody question his, he cries "foul"…..

I agree with Mr. Clinton on something: Mr. Obama has gone way to far in this contest whitout being asked HOW he plans to bring about the change he is promising…. In recent debates his answers are just about the 'change' people want and how much of an 'insider' Ms Clinton is, but his answers have no substance…

I do want to her Mr. Obama talk about his record!… I want to hear him expalin why he took so many "present" votes in the state senate, when he was presented the chance to take a stand in real issues….. I want to hear him explain all the votes he missed last year in the US senate while campaigning…. I want to hear Mr. Obama explain how does he plan to bring about the change he is promising….

I DON'T WANT TO HEAR ANYMORE ABOUT 'CHANGE'…. I WANT TO HEAR ABOUT **how** IS THAT CHANGE GOING TO BE DELIVERED….

If you guys round-up numbers, the actual difference should be 3 points; however, if you calculate to two decimal points, the difference is 2.74, still 3 points rounded up.
The difference in raw votes between Clinton and Obama for NH is 7,667 for as between McCain and Romney is 12,886. How do you characterize a tight race?

About contradictions: When it is convenient for Mr. Obama to pretend to be mystified, It seems to me that there are quite a few things which Mr. Obama does not get, wnen it is convenient for him . B. Obama mystified, never. Not with $600,000/individual spent to make certain his stand. Congratulations to Lew Dobbs, who has now become a staple in my book.

No surprlse here. For all you knuckleheads that blindly support the Clintons, Bill has already said "Whatever it takes to WIN". That is all that matters to these two.

One other point…don't get so smug that your candidate won NH. If she does manage to win the Democrat Party nomination, It may be just enough to convince Mayor Bloomberg to run. Since Bloomberg is a Democrat at heart, his running will ensure Hillary does not occupy the WH. Afterall, Bloomberg has said he is concerned with the partisan, divisive climate in Washington, and that is exactly what a Hillary Presidency would perpetuate.

to manupop…….sounds like you are having gender issuses. Any have way educated preson realizes that women have the ability to tackle the tough jobs. It's rather archaic to pretend that Ms. Clinton's problems are totaly related to the fact that she's a women. It's funny….I don't ever hear Barack Obama play the race card.

Did I miss something? Since when does age count as experience? Everyone is reporting that Hilary Clintons political resume is longer than Obama's. Really? I thought She was a lifelong, lawyer and a first lady (does that count as a political office)? Obama has been involved in politics since 1996. It just happened to be on the state level and not federal level. America is not looking for a new fresh perspective. It is very clear to me that Obama is the obvious candidate for president.

spoken like a true LOOSER! he means the words written for him, he doesnt have an original thought! Cable news pundits may have successfully predicted John McCain's victory in New Hampshire, but they sure had a lot of explaining to do around 10:30 p.m., once The Associated Press and MSNBC projected victory for Hillary Rodham Clinton. "The polls were so wrong. So off," MSNBC's Keith Olbermann said. Perhaps exaggerating slightly, Olbermann added, "Two cable news networks actually predicted this outcome after Sen. Obama conceded." Chris Matthews, co-anchoring the evening broadcast on MSNBC, told Clinton adviser Howard Wolfson an hour later, "I will never underestimate Hillary Clinton again."

It was that kind of night for the punditocracy. So how do the media come back after being so far off? "I think the people are going to make some judgments about us," Brokaw said. It is quite possible that voters, who were barraged in the past days with reports about how Obama was cruising to a double-digit victory, already have.

Obama, don't worry. Just stay focused on your message. You are willing to unite the country and people are willing to listen. Remember Bill Clinton lost to Paul Tsongas in 1992 in N.H. and Bill Clinton lost to Tom Harkin in Iowa that same year. Harkin dropped out and Clinton went on to become the Democratic nominee.

Thus, you are already starting off better than Clinton did in his first run. I liked the interview you did with Brian Williams on January 7th. Stick with that temperament and steadyness of hand. You'll win, and so will our country.

Best,
T (A whispering Republican who supports you)

"but his national campaign co-chair is a national register lobbyist .The lobbyist is setting up his agenda now."
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Jim Hodges is a STATE lobbyist and also a former governor. I believe Obama is referring to federal lobbyists when he makes his statements. In addition, his distaste for lobbyists has more to do with the money they use to influence not them as people.

For you Clinton supporters claiming Clinton's 35 years of experience is why we need to elect her remember this.

Newly declassified documents show that President Bill Clinton personally approved the transfer to China of advanced space technology that can be used for nuclear combat.
The documents show that in 1996 Clinton approved the export of radiation hardened chip sets to China. The specialized chips are necessary for fighting a nuclear war.

"Waivers may be granted upon a national interest determination," states a Commerce Department document titled "U.S. Sanctions on China."

"The President has approved a series of satellite related waivers in recent months, most recently in November, 1996 for export of radiation hardened chip sets for a Chinese meteorological satellite," noted the Commerce Department documents.

These special computer chips are designed to function while being bombarded by intense radiation. Radiation hardened chips are considered critical for atomic warfare and are required by advanced nuclear tipped missiles.

Judicial Watch obtained the documents through the Freedom of Information Act, a Washington-based political watchdog group.

Several documents were withheld from release by the U.S. Commerce

Mr OBAMA……you can`t criticize FORMER PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON, He made the REAL CHANGE in this country., MAY NOT BEEN PERFECT but farmost the best who put this country, where you live in, In a great and stable position. SO PLEASE, DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND BE HONEST, DO YOU REALLY THINK THAT YOU ARE PREPARED TO BE PRESIDENT? THIS IS NOT SHOWBIZNESS, THIS IS OUR COUNTRY WE ARE TALKING ABOUT. WE AMERICANS ARE NOT ABOUT FAIRY TALES, WE ARE ABOUT REALITY.
AS CLICHE AS THIS MAY SOUND:

" IT WILL TAKE A CLINTON TO CLEAN UP ONCE AGAIN AFTER A BUSH "

Between Hillary's "breakdown" and Bill's "Fairy Tale" they accomplished what they always have (and will continue to do)… take the low road.

I'm ashamed that women in New Hampshire fell for Hillary's very public "personal moment". Get a grip. This woman hasn't been real for 20 years.

That was absolutely dirty politics. So if Bill is going that way which he is going to do to make sure Hillary gets the nod, say the media was wrong about the polls that favored Barack. Think about the possibility that the media has been wrong all along about the black vote. He should not take black vote for granted. Blacks need a voice and Obama seems to be that voice for all races. No Black would win Iowa and no black would lose in NH by 2% (I know, I am black and I live in NH)
I thought this race was going to bridge the race and genders devide but I am skeptical now. It is going to get there and if Bill angers blacks, you know what?
Republicans are going to get pop corn ready. Bill has a potential to mess up things here. By the way, I like Bill and I also know that Bill is not running.

It was a classic Clinton manipulation. Make a statement at the last moment when there is no time for a response. Another example of why the Clinton's can't be trust. I'm frightened by someone that will do ANYTHING to "win" the election.

ASSOCIATED PRESS-Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama has lot of explaining to do. He voted against requiring medical care for aborted fetuses who survive. He supported allowing retired police officers to carry concealed weapons, but opposed allowing people to use banned handguns to defend against intruders in their homes. And the list of sensitive topics goes on. With only a slim, two-year record in the U.S. Senate, Obama doesn't have many controversial congressional votes which political opponents can frame into attack ads. But his eight years as an Illinois state senator are sprinkled with potentially explosive land mines, such as his abortion and gun control votes. recent land purchase from a political supporter who is facing charges in an unrelated kickback scheme involving investment firms seeking state business. Abortion opponents see Obama's vote on medical care for aborted fetuses as a refusal to protect the helpless. Some have even accused him of supporting infanticide.

Tell you what. Hillary gets President, Obama gets Vice President, gets 8 years of experience, gets President for the 8 years after that. We get 16 good years of liberal, peaceful times before the pendulum swings back and we get some evangelical Republican invading some Middle Eastern country for Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Cheap Oil.

Everyone good with that?

Jim, that's a good point. I think we're making a lot of assumptions that we should be careful about. There are a lot of 'other influences' to consider. I'm not sure who to listen to except the skeptics. But now that you put it in that context, it's totally possible.

I still have hope for an Obama nomination. Hillary is the same problem we have now (to some degree) but in Democratic clothes and the GOP is absolutely pathetic and in line with Bush and his failed policies.

I was so happy that finally LOU and Carfetty realized how wrong they were on their opinion about Clinton. That is why you should always be objective and not subjective on matters like these. I hope this changes the tone in the media world. I have been a fan of CNN because I thought they were fair and balanced, but they seemed to have teamed up with the Fox news to punch on the Clintons.
Look, for the last 8 years Hannity has nothing else to say but to tear and critize the Clintons, he has made so personal that it is just so boring listening to him. I am sure he was surprised yesterday when Clinton came back .
Please CNN be fair and balance as you say, so as to keep the motto the best politacal team.
Hilary'08

Shame on Bill Clinton for misquoting Obama on the "War". He left out the second part of the quote, editing it for his own purposes of down and dirty politics as usual. Bill should get out of the way and let Hillary stand on her own if she actually can. She has made claim to all of Obama's messages and couched them in her own convoluted rhetoric. Shame on her. And to resort to crocodile tears to get votes. . .excuse me, but if you can't get them as a full blown woman I don't want you as President. There's no crying in Presidential races, Hillary. If that is the "voice" you found after 35 years of service we don't need it in the White House. Do your crying in the bathroom, Honey.

As for those "Desperate Housewives" who fell for it (I saw it on CNN and laughed it was so unconvincing), they are simpletons. You can only pull that one once, Hillary; and you have the rest of the country to convince. You've already made up my mind for me.

Bill Clinton is ready to do anything for Hillary to win! Lie (which comes to him naturally)..twist words (like i did not have sexual relations with that woman) and do anything ..Bill knows that his marriage is toast when Hillary loses !!

I am happy Barack has not taken the low road that the Clintons are taking….crying and all that…

I cant wait for President Hillary to start crying when Ahmedjeinied starts acting tough with her or Chavez …Now America knows why she would not talk to Iran, N Korea and Syria directly ..she will cry

"I'm not clear about what the contradiction is," says Obama. "I said from the start that Iraq was a bad idea. I also said from the beginning that if we were gonna go in then we would have an obligation to our troops and that's been a consistent position of mine. So, the notion that somehow that diminishes my clear unequivocal statement of opposition to the war even before the congress voted to authorize it actually doesn't make much sense."

NOT SO, Mr. Triple speak!

1) You did indicate that Iraq was a bad idea - however, you never were in a position to VOTE for or against it - one only wonders IF you were a Senator what your VOTE might have been - we will never know. ["Bad idea" does NOT really translate into TOTALLY AGAINST IT or VOTING AGAINST IT in political speak...]

2) You said you wanted to end the war, AFTER you became a Senator, and yet you VOTED for $300+ BILLION to support the war in Iraq. [At least one of our Senators, Mr. Russ Feingold, has the COURAGE to both OPPOSE the IRAQ WAR [AND] VOTE "NO" to funding it!

3) You said you would not VOTE FOR the Patriot Act; you VOTED FOR THE PATRIOT ACT!

Although you are GREAT at TRIPLE SPEAK, Mr. William Jefferson Clinton was RIGHT to call you out on your position(s).

I remain pleased that CNN – the OFFICIAL Obama news station – always gives you plenty of face-time with which you can further contort your asinine, juvenile messages.

Furthermore, although you will NOT win the Presidency - this is not the BEARS against the PACKERS – [You EARN the Presidency; you do not WIN the Presidency.]

NOTHING would really CHANGE in SWAMPLAND even if you did…

I won't be voting for the Clintons, I'll vote republican before I vote for Hillary. When Bill was in office, I had been warned how dirty and self serving the Clintons are and didn't believe it, now I know.

Got any cheeze wit dat whine? lol

Don't go away mad Osama, just go away

What comments? I was at the polls most of yesterday in New Hampshire and "No one" complained about these "so called" comments by Bill Clinton? I think Obama is pulling at straws trying to figure out exactly what happened to his "pundit-based" lead in New Hampshire.

Whats interesting is that Obama "the Teflon Candidate" is actually complaining about another candidate for a change. Usually he lets his Vice President, John Edwards, do that for him.

I always thought it was hilarious that Obama claimed, long after the vote for the Iraq War took place, that "he was against the war before the war". He wasn't in the senate during the vote, but claims the high ground that he wouldn't have voted for it. Nice back seat quarterbacking, Sen. Obama. And this occurred AFTER we deteremined that lies were told to Congress at the time of the vote.

Time for Action, not just Words,
Wynter

Wallace,

He did say that but what everyone leaves out is what he said next. Something to the effect that of - what he could say that with the information he had the case was not made.

Bill Clinton also lied about he fact Obama had not be asked about this. He was asked about on Meet the Press for one.

The dirty politics of the Clintons has turned me off completely. I hope if Hillary gets the nomination we have a good Independent candidate.

Poor Obama. I guess your wave is all washed out for now. Lets start to look at Clinton and Obama for what they CAN or HAVE done and not what they say they WILL do. Obama is all talk and New Hampshire noticed that. Clinton was down by 10 points in most pre-poll's and for Clinton to win by 2% is a BIG sign that she is the smart choice to run our Country. Now is not the time to "Roll the Dice"!
I do think a Clinton/Obama ticket would a win win for the Dems now. We would all but lock up 16 years in the White House.

Hillary 08!

Is it not already a proven fact that Bill Clinton is a liar ?

I think Bill played well in the wannabe Elitist state, the rest of America is getting disgusted with him and can not believe the so called more intelligent state fell for the absolute acted out crying from Hillary.

What scares me is that Hillary supporters act like the Bush supporters in the last couple of elections and that women, whom I am losing respect for, are being so biased towards having a female president but dont even have a clue as to her policies.

SYMPATHY VOTES WILL NEVER WIN THE TOTAL AMERICAN VOTE…YOU CANT CRY YOUR WAY INTO OFFICE…remember OBAMA is still up he won 12 delegates "Crybaby" Clinton won 11.
OBAMA 08!!

All the Obama supporters better go and look up Dr Wright and the Trinity United Church of Christ and what that church believes in, since Obama is always going on about his beliefs and faith, etc. I would be afraid to have him as a president.
I have never been racial, but him and his beliefs really scare the heck out of me. After reading about how because of Dr Wright he decided to join his church back in the 80's even before he became a Sen. well that just gave him a longer time to believe all those beliefs from that church. Wake up America before it is too late.

Barb, sorry Obama is the one who has been destroying the Clintons. Can't you see, read and watch what is going on? Be informed girl!
Hilary the winner whether we like it or not.

and he'll try with your kids next.

What? Bill Clinton lie????? Think the surprise should be if he ever actually tells the truth! Same for his ever adoring wife!

If Obama had been in the Senate at the time he would have voted "present" anyway…

All of the anti-clinton comments are from republicans anyway who'll support Obama until the general election… too bad people saw through your tactics in NH… only 12 more months of Bush!!

Al,

Voting based on sex is hardly the best reason to vote. I believe we'll be able to see a woman president in our lifetime, but it doesn't have to be Hillary. This country needs to break out of the nightmare Bush-Clinton cycle.

oh come on Obama, what do you expect. Bill is the master at this stuff. it's how he got there himself. guy is scum and knows how to work it.

Jim, there might not have been a mention of no Biden or Dodd meaning more votes for Hillary. But a few on CNN definitely mentioned the fact that Edwards and Obama are splitting the change vote and leaving enough for Hillary to pick up small victories over (Obama for now) either. They also mentioned that they wanted Hillary to finish 3rd or worse again and leave the race soon. Then they could ride with Obama as the only real choices and wait for him to falter before the nomination. Not only that, but the potential "change" vote in NH can be part of those 40+% "independents" who might have chosen to vote Obama (or Edwards) if they didn't feel more compelled to save McCain.

Back to the topic at hand, though. As Clinton has pointed out, you (Obama) can't say you're against something unless you have actually voted against it. Voting FOR it or choosing not to vote are practically the same thing if it passes. The problem is, she basically does the same thing. Honestly, the only person who is true to their record and is not afraid to back up their "opposition" with a NO vote is Ron Paul.

The way the vote was setup in IW do you realize that if there were not enough votes for a certain person those votes then had to changed to a different person. Unlike the Republican side where it was basically a straw vote and people couldn't change their votes.
It it had been that kind of caucus in IW for the Democrats then Clinton would have won, it was the second chance votes that killed her in that state.

John….are you only saying that because you heard Hillary say that? Do you have anything besides that to back up that statement?

I think people need to really look at everything Obama stands for, He should scare alot of people. If you go to his church website, it seems as if they are racist against the white people, and then on top of that he has all of the muselim background, HOW is that going to help the world. If you turn your back on the flag You surely do not need to run our Country!!!! Why don't you say your whole name when talking.

If Obama can't handle one tough question, whether or not it came from the ex-president, how is he going to run this country? I'm glad that I found the answer to that question before our primary vote on the 29th.
Everyone is soooo hung up on the Clinton's…get off of it and start doing your homework. Your going to put a slick talker (another Bush) into the white house that has no experience. Unlike Hillary, Obama has not yet to give his list of accomplishments, past and present. Nor has he said "how" he plans to make these big changes. I want to hear some substance from Obama, not a bunch of biblical and oh so saintly speeches.

What did Regan's resume look like when he applied for the job of President? How about any of the previous presidents for that matter? What made them uniquely qualified for the job? Were they presidents some place else? Does any amount of time serving as a governor, senator or congress person really add up to being qualified as a candidate for the highest office in the nation?

As for Hillery's record, what exactly has she done that counts towards being qualified for the presidency? As a New York State resident, I am still trying to understand what she has really done for me. We are losing jobs and industry at a record pace, healthcare costs are still going up, the middleclass is getting smaller and we are still deploying our citizens to Iraq as members of the Guard, Reserves and active duty military. George Bush's policies are still going forward unabated and Washington has done nothing. That includes Hillery.

As for some of the other comments here, I would suggest some basic fact checking. For Bill Clinton to stand in the wings and snipe at Obama is really laughable. How he can cast doubt on Obama when he is the master of of denial is beyond me. "I did not have sex with that woman.." remember those famous words. To accuse Obama of being unclear or wavering on positions is interesting coming from someone who looks at morality based upon the definition of "it".

voting ballot fraud is alive and well in NH… another remake of florida in 2000, ohio in 2004 and now NH in 2008, all to keep the bush/clinton dynasty alive - this country is going down a tragic path…

Hillary Clinton's voting record on Iraq war is more in line with the Republicans than majority of the Democrats. Obama's votes in favor of the troops are correct. What happened to the notion of 'Support our troops'? The Clintons will do anything to win. They believe in 'no holds barred'. I am an undecided independent voter, but I will not vote for HRC if she gets the nomination. The Clinton era is over.

Charisma, charm, and the ability to captivate an audience do make a president. That being said, and all things being equal, I'd prefer someone who can speak well and is charismatic over the opposite. Bill Clinton had these qualities, and simply put, his wife does not.

I think Clinton has more experience. I also think she's knows her stuff. Push come to shove, I will be forced to vote for her for President simply based on the fact that I don't see myself voting for any of the Republicans, especially McCain or Romney and especially since we've just had 8 years of Bush II.

The race will be interesting to watch and it will be interesting to see how long Edwards stays in the race. His votes, along with the Kucinich and Richardson’s should probably bolster Obama in the coming states, assuming they eventually back out.

I think that Bill Clinton is doing what he needs to do to help his wife. That's admirable, especially since she stood by him back in the day. That being said, when I watch H. Clinton speak you know Bill is internally cringing wish that he could somehow make her stop talking, or at least be moderately appealing. I also don't think it's going to bode well for the Clinton's that they're using the Terrorism Fear card… it's a page right out of Bush's Campaign Manual.

Clinton is an insider. She just is, and there's no way around it. She says what people want to hear, and behaves how people want her to behave. Her inner voice sound-bite makes me laugh because I feel like it's so scripted and prescribed that she'd happily change her tune tomorrow if she thought (or was told) that she needed to act in a different way. In my opinion acting like this is what lost the elections in 2000 and 2004 for the Democrats. They were very soft. Someone just needs to say what they really mean.

Spoken like a true looser.

Bill Clinton did not have sexual relations with that statement of opposition.

When someone hits you you fight back. You don't cry about it. That is how you win. Oh wait… Crap. Maybe I got that backwards.

What do you expect, Senator? Bill, like his wife, is a congenital liar.

Bill Clinton Slick Willy is the best at what he does … master at hijacking the agenda … forget about the real issues … let all talk about junk and Britney …

I think Edwards said something about being attached by the "status Quo" when they get behind. Who has fallen behind now? Look Obama, stop talking fluff, and start talking issues and record…oh I just remembered…you, don't have much of one. If you are "not clear" buy what Bill Clinton said, then you need to cut your losses and drop out now.

Margo, is English your first language?

Margo, is English your first language?

Why are women not criticized for voting for a woman because it is a woman?
Why are evangelicals not criticized for voting for someone for religious reasons?
Why are blacks not criticized for voting for a black candidate strictly because of race (as they will for Obama)
Yet whites ARE criticized if they choose NOT to vote for a candidate based on race.

Barack, saying that you "haven't been convinced" about the neccesity for war (to the NY times, some years back) and then (in the same sentence) saying you were "not sure" how you would have voted (had you been in congress) is called hedging your bets. There are no free rides to the White House and you should accept that your previous statements will be scrutnized - just like everybody else's.

Barack Hussien Obama. Now that's a name to fear. What better way to destroy our country than being the leader of it. Is Obama really a black man, or is he just using that to get votes. I know Musliem's look darker but are not actually black. GIVE ME SOMEONE WHO LOVES THIS COUNTRY, FLAG, AND WANTS ALL PEOPLE BLACK, WHITE, YELLOW, ETC… TO GET ALONG. WE DO NOT NEED A WORLD WAR 3 IN THE UNITED STATES!

Unite WOMEN….don't let the media or polictical junkies decide who wins. ALL the media has been absolutely a disgrace……boy are the male ego's coming out now….who is obama…..a young inexperience man.not yet ready to be president.its about time a woman is president.in turn maybe then all the male ego's will finally come to rest. i can't believe the bad things that are being said about hillary…if anything you (or we as a country)need to show respect…she was after all a first lady. the media had egg on their face last night..it was funny!!!!! the media thinks once again it will or can decide the next president…i think NH showed them differant.wolf blitzer has been terrible these last several days in his comments about hillary…shame on you wolf. if the male's and media don't have a clue by now…that us women will only take the trashing of hillary for so long then we will fight back,they better get use to the idea. you go hillary……let us women show the media and male's of this country how its going to be…..

If you really want to know where each of these candidates stand on issues, check the Thomas Roll Call and see where they stand. You can read what each Senator has sponsored and voted on to make a difference to the people of their state or this nation. Don't just listen to the news, read the facts as they are recorded for The Library of Congress, then decide who will make the difference. Here is the link: http://thomas.loc.gov/

My vote at this time is for Senator Clinton and it is based on her record and not on what I hear.

He lost by 3 not 2% and how narrow is almost 8000 votes? Any body want to have 8000 people over for dinner? Sour grapes is what I hear. Cnn and msmbc are so Anti- Clinton, It is un-real. Chris Matthews and Joe are whining about the race card. The best canidate won and they lost, end of story. By the way Joe, there is a reason you are not a congressman anymore. They found out you only have ears for yourself.

Classy and direct. Keep your focus Barack. I believe you will change the dialogue in politics. To bad the Clintonistas and their gang have such contempt for the truth. But, then again, when has either of them ever spoken truth to power.

And thank you for not pulling "the oldest traffic ticket ploy" like your main competitor to set feminism and the intelligence of the American people back two centuries. I can guarantee that the misbehavin' women in history rolled in their graves when they saw her hair and fashion crisis breakdown.

Haven't we already heard "how hard it IS" too many times from the current Dynasty boy? We know that; it just happens to come with the job. And, I guess it also depends on what the meaning of "is" is. We already know the the Hill and Bill meaning of personal. In Clinton doublespeak that means pander at any cost.

Yet another example of negative campaigning from the Clintons. Obama will rise above with grace and class again. He is still ahead when you include Iowa, and he will get the nomination! Obama '08!

Sen Obama is right , Mr Clinton did twist his words to help his wife, he is a very good speaker people listen. To bad Sen Obama couldn't reply

Oh my, poor Obama. Yesterday his foreign advisor was on CNN giving a different version than what Obama is implying today. Get your stories straight, Kids, if you want to have any credibility. Clinton was not off the mark on what he said but this sore-loser is now whining about being somehow wronged. Boy, is he desperate! Oh, wait a minute, he's just laid the ground work to ask for more donations from his supporters. Everytime someone says something that shows him for what he is, he runs crying and asking for more money. How long before they catch on to him?

I think thats a nice way for Obama to say "the Clintons lied(again)" -

Bill with his "depends on what is…is" - and Hillary with her support and non-support for the Governor of NY's plan to license illegal aliens…

Do any of the "go girl" supporters actually follow her campaign…or vote strictly on gender??

"Experience" in politics means you have been elected to a position….she has 6 years - Obama has 10 years of "elected" experience…..if you believe that hanging around someone with experience is experience…(first you're dumb) and secondly why not hire the plastic surgeons wife for that nose job….oh wait…you wouldn't - what a dopey argument

There seems to be a great deal of attention paid to the "victory" of Hillary Clinton in New Hampshire. But I don't see the point (outside of "coming from behind" in the polls.) She got more votes, but the delegate totals are exactly the same for NH. Similarly, in Iowa, her delegate total was only one behind Obama's and actually AHEAD of the second place finisher! Aren't the candidates vying for delegates, not raw vote count? Why isn't the media focused on that aspect?

Gary Lemmons:

You said a mouthful! Obama is truly not ready to run this country. It's going to take more than eloquent speeches to stand up against the GOP machine. He must have said the word change 100 times last night after conceding to Hillary. My question is simple, what does he mean by change? what is he going to change, and how does he plan about doing it. Just because you give a few speeches on change doesn't make you eligble for to president. I'm a black man, and I'm throwing my support behind the most experienced and electable candidate. Not the most excitiy and charismatic. GO HILLARY! HILLARY 08!!!

Bill Clinton say what he did to help his wife. She can't win this on her own.

The whole Iraq invasion could be viewed as illegal and now the occupation is leading to permanent bases which mean continued presence in a country the U.S. bombed into the stone age till whenever. So the troops would need some funding to continue what Bush Jr. should not have started given the search for WMD was not complete at the time…

Tomorrow he will apologize for upsetting Billy Jeff.

I get this is what you'll get with women making the dicisions.
Good luck america. realllllllly good Luck it looks like if this holds up his country will need it badly.

Some of the hate evidenced in the comments here are exactly why this country needs a united like Barack Obama as President. Come on people! We do not need to be divided like this. We need to come together. Why is it that we can only do that in the face of "disaster"? Remember how this country came together after 9-11, Katrina? Well, I have news for you - if we do not come together now we will be facing disaster. As you all saw in the 90's a Clinton Administration will, not by any fault of theirs, continue to divide the country. WE CANNOT HAVE THAT! WE MUST elect a President who will unify our country and Barack Obama is the only viable candidate with a track record of bringing people from different sides of the aisle, different walks together and finding a solution.

For the sake of our country, the sake of our children - stop the hate, stop the negativity and come together for the common good.

Would SOMEBODY please just post a list of all of the candidates' voting records and previous failures and successes side by side and let us choose for ourselves? Isn't that what really matters?

All of these personalized attacks on candidates that NONE OF US HAVE any personal affiliation with but are just venting is somewhat frivilous since we need to ELECT a Presidential candidate.

We do not know these folks personally. But at least we can look at the record and go from there. The division in all of the parties is simple: too many opinions not based on FACTS (print the FACTS when you comment and make personal jabs at these presidential candidates!)

If someone who can get to the facts would print the FACTS then maybe we could make informed decisions.

Looks like CNN has a great start on lining these candidates up with their stand on the issues. Stop being opinionated, attacking and just mouthing off and be responsible.

GET THE FACTS. THINK. VOTE.

What is the "fundamental change" that Obama is promising? Certainly, "fundamental change" must manifest itself in something specific. Have I missed something?

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 dinosaur.
Thank GOD or OBAMA.
The rest is wasting their time.

Can the media not produce the actual statement that Senator Obama made rather than just give us his say-so?How come we always get the actual statements made by the other candidates-video/print/etc,especially Senator Clinton,when there are contradictions,but never on Senator Obama?Start treating everyone equally or you'll cause a backlash against the perceived favorite of the media!

Bill Clinton was only telling the truth.Lets see .do you want a president who refuses to wear the American flag on him. Voted against english as our official language.will not put his hand over his heart for our national athem.A major network reported on air that obama is anti-American and was right.He does want to change the world! but it has nothing to do for the good of the American people! He talks a good talk,but put him in a debate and he has no answers,his speech last night after the election,if anybody noticed, on health care ect. sure sounded alot like what the OTHER candidates said at there last debate.Obama is not an American, just a U.S born citizen on a long planned mission.I cant trust him. To many unanswered questions…..

That's exactly what we need during the War on Terror….a leader who melts down and whimpers in public. The kind of voter who would vote for Hillary based on this is a complete imbecile.

I dunno. "Change" means eight more years of the Clintons? I'm not sure I understand that.

For Senator Obama to finally take exception to the Clinton comment campaign is amazing. The Clintons are running a multiple front ability to undercut anyone not seen in US politics. The next thing you will hear is that the Clinton's are just friendly adversaries and are interested in the wellbeing of all candidates to unite the party and make all their fellow candidates welcome in their new empire…Ah administration.
For Mr. Clinton to misrepresent Mr. Obama is nothing shy of business as usual.
What has to be done is for Mr. Obama to confront Ms. Clinton and ask if this is part of her ability to show her capacity in leadership and management: to the effect of controlling her husband and his aganda.

Infighting is always news: Mr. Clinton will come out of the shadows only long enough to cast doubt on other candidates and then fade into the background with hopes that this distraction will occupy valuable time away from getting out any messages from other candidates.
I am NOT a supporter: I am a citizen interested in watching and participating in the working of this republic and can see and identify a smear tactic when I see one.

Mr. Obama, give the people a solid plan, pick one issue, i.e. iraq, foreclosures, studen loans, healthcare (and the list goes on and on), but just pick one issue - be passionate about it and give a solution. The Clinton's have refocused and restrategized now so must you - of course, no tears are necessary. We can win!

Give me a break, Barack just can't handle when someone tells it like it is, grow up and come back in 20 years Obama. You just ain't ready for this.

I was sickened by the sight of Chris Mathews and Russett kissing up to Hillary after her victory in N.H. Just days ago it was glum and doom. This is America where we are proud to honor our flag and we will hold our bible.
What part of no does Edwards not understand.

I HAVE BEEN A DEMOCRAT ALL OF MY ADULT LIFE. I WILL NOT VOTE FOR HILLARY. THIS IS ONE BLACK FEMALE WHO IS DONE WITH THE CLINTONS. WHO WANTS TO RELIVE ALL THE DREDGING UP OF BILL'S INDISCRETIONS THAT THE REPUBLICANS ARE SURE TO DO? IF I CRY WILL YOU ELECT ME PRESIDENT? HOW STUPID CAN AMERICANS BE. SHE IS " BUSH-LITE", A WOMAN WHO STAYED WITH A MAN WHO HUMILIATED HER AND HER CHILD BEFORE THE WORLD FOR THE SAKE OFHER POLITICAL AMBITIONS. IF SHE COULDN'T STAND UP FOR HERSELF AND HER DAUGHTER HOW CAN SHE STAND UP FOR THE COUNTRY? SHE VOTED FOR A WAR THAT HAS KILLED THOUSANDS FOR HER POLITICAL CAREER. WHO NEEDS HER? IT WOULD HAVE TAKEN GUTS TO WALK OUT ON BILL AND SAY NO TO WAR SHE OBVIOUSLY HAS NONE. SHE TOO WEAK TO BE PRESIDENT.

I like Hillary. I think she's smart and has the experience necessary to be president. That said, she is still not my first choice. That honor goes to Obama because he is smart and has the ability to inspire people to do good for the sake of the nation: a quality that Hillary has in reverse.

People line up to oppose her. If she wins the nomination, Republicans will come out in droves to vote against her and we are likely to have 4 more years of this Republican presidency (probably McCain) along with several generations of our troops occupying Iraq (McCain already said that).

If she wins the general election, we can look forward to 4 more years of partisanship reminiscent of GW Bush because there are plenty on the Republican side who will do anything to see her fail.

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,

Bill Clinton is the original LIAR. Does "all knowing Bill; the Rhodes Scholar"; know the definition of LIAR? He's been convicted of it. He lost his law lisc. over it. He claim to LOVE blacks. And yet, he comes out and disses trash on a kind man. Worst of all the man can't keep his pants on; or his roving eye still. How dare that slug speak of ANYONE. It's his fault G.W. is in office because everyone voted for Mr. Christian-Conservative. He's not bright; but he keeps his pants on. Bill and HIlls are trying to circumvent the Constitution of the US by getting "Slick Willy" a third term. NO ONE is "entitled" Especially not you. Your legacy Mr. Clinton is the same as Andrew Johnson's "IMPEACHED"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Go Obama, don't wallow in the Clinton Crap.

Just what EXPERIENCE is Hillary crowing about? That she slept with Bill? Get in line. It's time for leaders that aren't still fighting the echoes of Viet Nam or the pathetic 90's scandals. All Hillary has is politico-speak for every question. As a progressive, I'd have a hard time voting for her, even if it was to thwart the Republidiots.

Go Obama, time for the old fools to retire to the lobbyist stable and move the country forward from the Idiocracy that has become the United States.

i personally like both barack obama and hillary clinton, so i'm actually torn between who to vote for. However, i'm almost inclined to vote for neither because i cant stand the back and forth banter they seem to be so enthralled in. And they wonder why so many people choose not to vote. if the candidates talk and act divided what kind of a message is that sending? I dont want to hear about what they think of each other or who did this or who didnt do that. Just tell me why you should be president and what you will do to resurrect a country that seems to be going to hell! talk about the issues that are tearing this country apart at the seams. poverty, unemployment, gay rights, education, healthcare to name a few. And one last note…we already know that change is needed and we know that the candidates are for it. Can we please stop using that word. hey! here's a word we haven't heard teamwork! oh and don't forget unity…hmmm! Two democrats are better than one i think! hint hint. We could have the C word and experience and 2 firsts either way you put it!!!

Most of Clinton supporters in this thread disgust me. HRC deserves better than you lot. I think Alan Keyes is looking for some rabid support, why don't you all check him out?

I agree with Wallace, from Chicago. Sen. Obama was simply being a loyal Democrat at the 2004 convention, nothing more. I'm a Republican, and I know that a lot of people in my party who might secretly disagree with President Bush in many areas, nonetheless would show party loyalty when being interviewed on national television during a convention. Context is everything, at least from time to time.

.. ..All of the top international media and USA television netwoks, radio stations and Top poll conducting agencies got the Democrats pre-voting and exit polls 100% wrong, not even withen error margins but using the SAME STAFF AND MECHANISM AT THE SAME TIME, they all got the Republicans pre-voting and exit polls 100 % right… very interesting….hahaha!!…can anyone explain…how many times has this happened in the past?
….i hear they run out of ballot papers and had to print MORE…!!

I live in the most republican corner of my state, adjacent the most republican state in America. Our values here are not in lock step with the church, but with honor, and perseverance in times of trial. It pains me to see how conflicted and divisive my party has become, and the fiscal irresponsibility that has arisen during 'our' watch. Ron Paul hasn't a prayer, yet has raised raised well over 20 million dollars, I suspect largely because of disenchanted republicans like myself.

All the daily quips aside, I see a level of honor and responsiblity, and humility in Obama that is very compelling. It is amazing to me to be stepping outside my party to endorse Obama, but maybe it's just plain time. And maybe my own departure, and that of so many others signals the beginning of bi-partisanship. If it is Obama that secures the White House, I hope the cabinet he endorses has members from all parties.

I do think there is reason to believe in this young man (46), who has the audacity to hope. I hope we haven't all grown too rigid to remember hope.

Martin from the Panhandle

I just want to say something to Gary Lemon about his emphasis on Obama being a JUNIOR senator…

Clinton is a JUNIOR senator, and has been her whole time as a NY senator… even though she was not, is not, and never will be a NEW YORKER. She's a power hungry phony.

The Clintons are a very sleazy couple. They will lie and distort to get power and support their egos. Please Please don't let slick Bill back into the whitehouse.

I voted for Bill Clinton, but I now support Barack Obama. Bill Clinton lied numerous times to the American people in the past, so I'm not suprised he would lie about Barack Obama now. The Clintons have lost my support because I find them playing the game too much and too well. Shame on you Bill!

I see all of Clinton's sheep have come out for the shearing. What a joke.

To set the record straight please read the text of Obama's 2002 speech about the Iraq war. Hillary talks of experience, I'd rather have this type of judgment any day: http://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Barack_Obama's_Ir