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In regards to experience:

Including his years in the Illnois state legislature Barack Obama has 11 years of political experience to Hillary Clinton's 8 years. Now, if you include her years as 1st lady, she has him beat.

I would not vote for Obama after checking out the web site for his church. I believed what I was hearing and fell for it all until I watched Oprah and checked out the site. If he wins the nomination we are all in trouble. I would have to vote Republican or not at all.

I think all the people blathering about how Hillary can "unite" people, and can "sway the republicans" to her side are really not looking at the whole picture here. The Republicans HATE Hillary, and to an enormous extent, Bill. They spent the entire 8 years of Bill's presidency doing everything they could to stymie the administration, block progress, appoint prosecutors, open investigations, belittle, beleaguer, and otherwise halt anything progressive. Yes, he was flawed in his personal life, you bet'cha, but the sheer amount of blocking above and beyond his err, personal issues, was astonishing. Hillary was a large focus of all the above, just as much as Bill.

Now Karl Rove is supporting her... Hugely transparent.

Again, the Republicans are wetting their pants at the idea of having Hillary to kick around. Daschle said Obama is a "clean slate" – Hillary is not.

Think about it, who do the republicans MOST want to see get the nomination, and who do they have the most "dirt" (made up or real) on?

Hillary…

What, in the WORLD, makes you think that someone as universally disliked across the aisle, not to mention her extremely high negatives across the country in the electorate, could ever, in a million years, get anything done with all the obstacles that will be put in her way, all the genuine loathing that they feel for her, etc.?

I'm sure she'd be a fine President, in a better world – But we don't live in a better world, and they're not suddenly going to give up hating her if she wins.

Yes, Republicans like to stymie ALL Democrats (probably even Obama), and the reverse is just as true, but there's a particularly hungry loathing for the Clintons'. NOTHING will get done, just more insults, more partisanship, more abuse, more finger pointing, more blocking things just because... I cringe at the thought.

At least Obama has quite a bit of respect across the aisle. Of all the folks running, when looked at realistically, he's the only one I think COULD reach out, and with that quiet, but firm voice, get the opposition to "go along"...

It scares me to think of another 4 or 8 years with all the partisan, angry, hatred of "gotta get the Clintons'" no matter what happens to the rest of the country in the meantime.

No wonder Kerry lost to Bush.

Las Vegas culinary union member:

You guys are idiots!!

This man has never worked an hourly job in HIS LIFE!!

As a Harvard graduate, it isn't likely even any of his friends ended up in restaraunt management!!

What makes you think he is capable of understanding–or exercising any of his political will on your behalf??

What a bunc of idiots!!

The only candidate who: 1. has refused special interest money; 2. has pledged in public–to aggressive protect the interests of hourly workers in America; 3. consistently shown that level of commitment on the public record for over 8 years!!!-is John Edwards.

Even though your Union Leadership wants to suck-up to a Harvard grad with "high-level" connections–when it comes voting time–you are your own person. My union, my party, my wife–nobody tells me how to vote!!!

I vote for the best person–regardless of party or what anybody else thinks!!!

The right-wing Republican media knows Obama is extremely vulnerable in a general election because of his lack of experience and his Muslim background (his unfavorable ratings are already high for a basically unknown candidate and will get increasingly higher as the general election campaign unfolds). That is why some Republican-leaning cable networks are going out of their way to prop up Obama's candidacy and depict him as the new JFK. As for Hillary, she has been the victim of the most vicious media attacks ever in American politics, not to mention all the outrageously sexist remarks by her opponents on the campaign trail (e.g. Obama's unbelievable "tea drinking" remark in Iowa and his arrogant "you're likable enough" comment in the NH debate). Ironically, all that hatred direct against Hillary (illustrated BTW by several Obama supporters' comments on this board) has galvanized women voters and made them rally behind the senator from NY. Clinton finally found not only her voice, but also her core constituency.

I think the endorsement will mean more than some think. Culinary 226 is not the typical Union. They have a pretty effective political program and even got some members elected to state government. They put boots on the ground and their great work building a middle-class standard of living for those working in the hospitality/gaming industry results in most of the members believing in the judgment of their leadership. Barack Obama has traveled to meet with and support 226 at least 8 times already. This union member(I am a Unite Here union member) believes that Barack will stand the best chance of getting independents and in-play republicans to come over to ensure a victory for the democrats. The core democrats will vote for either verse any republican. Hillary is the status quo and is a polarizer who will rally the republicans and have independents considering the republicans as well, which in turn would mean a tougher road for democrats.

As far as the negative comments on Unions posted by some on this board, I totally disagree. History has shown the contribution of Unions in building the middle class and bringing rights and benefits not only for their members, but to workers as a whole. For example, Unions helped bring social security, unemployment insurance, child labor laws, overtime, the 8 hour work day, workplace safety laws and other great protections to workers everywhere, including non-members. Some of the biggest housing booms in history happened after heavy Union organizing. There was a time that owning a home and a car was out of reach for most Americans. The auto industry and then the aeronautical industry being unionized resulted in an enormous increase in working class folks buying homes. We owe Unions a great deal for being a voice for workers. If there were no Unions to counter corporate greed and power, this country would be in much worse shape and the middle class would be reduced significantly. People who join together collectively are doing the right thing when faced with the unchecked corporate hijacking of this country. When low-wage earners learn that their industries are raking in billions off their sweat and demand their fair share of the wealth they create, I applaud them. Thats being smart. There are times when the corrupt practices of a few hurt the movement, but they are the minority. There are less corrupt unions than corporations by a long shot. If working families standing together and demanding a fair share of the wealth they create is the work of a "special interest", than that is an interest I would sign up for every time. Obama, lets take it to the corporados. YES WE CAN!!!

Proud Union member of UNITE HERE Local 5

South Carolina, Hillary is NOT ahead in the delegate count. Obama: 25, Clinton: 24.

T, after what we witnessed in New Hampshire the other night, you're actually using another POLL to prove Obama won't take Nevada? Surely you jest.

Dan, MA, that is possibly the best post I've ever read on this website. Well done.

Why do people seem to readily accept Hillary Clinton's claim that being First Lady for eight years constitutes experience that qualifies her to become President of the United States? She appears to be selectively taking credit for the accomplishments of the Clinton administration but not its failures. Just exactly what her role was during her husband's presidency? Why don't they make their records available for inspection, instead of claiming they are helpless to do so? Hillary Clinton claims to have foreign policy experience because she has visited 80 countries, mostly as First Lady. Don't First Ladies accompany Presidents on these trips anyway? Since when have foreign trips of First Ladies become foreign policy experience? Why doesn't she talk more about her actual experience during the Clinton presidency – the health care fiasco that she presided over? If Hillary Clinton claims to have acted as co-president (two for the price of one), thus giving her the edge of experience, are the Clintons then fooling the entire nation and circumventing the law by seeking a third term for their co-presidency?

How are people being fooled by this walking phrasebook called Obama? The last time this country had charismatic and inspirational candidate versus an experienced albeit robotic candidate we had Bush v. Gore, and I think we all found out hard who was the better candidate. One thing that irked me about his speech last night was a recurring line he said about his campaign, "there's something happening here tonight." Yes indeed, there is SOMETHING happening, but can Obama run a country based on "something?" What Obama needs is substance behind his words because unfortunately we can't change with hope and magic, we need planning, intelligence and ultimately experience. In my opinion, Hillary Clinton has these traits and IS ready to lead this country.

This is really going to be a very sad situation for working class Americans. What Hillary and Bill Clinton is doing will tear this country apart. New York Mayor, Michael Bloomberg will run for president if Hillary is nominated. What does that mean? It means Bloomberg will be to democrats what Ross Perot was to the Republicans, namely the spoiler which allowed the opposition party to take the white house. So ultimately, a vote for Hillary is a vote for the Republicans. Barack or Edwards is the only hope for Democrats to reclaim the white house. Unfortunately, because of our loyalty to Barack and Clinton, the Democratic Party will only lose in the end if Hillary is nominated.

Nevada keep it strong! We need our union representation back. What you all have done is monumental and courageous early in the game. You have set the stage for the new and improved labor movement that will move across the country, and help americans keep their jobs from moving overseas. We have a new Organization called OPIC! Organization of Imports coming in the country. So all those companies moving your businesses overseas it's going to cost you to import your goods back into the US! You have betrayed the american people with selfishness, and greed, now it's time time to pay the piper. New Jersey your next you have a strong union presence there. So don't disappoint us! To all unions Nevada has taken the lead you must follow dilligently and unconditionally. We must step up our strategic ability to address the core issues facing americans in the labor markets and industries. create and develpo insights and innovation in our labor sectors, flexibility, resilience and being persistent even under adversity. review our international labor laws governed by the united nations, continue to advocate for human rights, learning to adapt to a changing economical structure, remain optimistic. Building on human capital and management. Make effective use of technology on american soil, ensure access to and security of technology systems. Unite and enforce managing a multisector workforce and a variety of work systems and resources. Build superior organizations and develop improved products and services to the american people. Accomplish organizational strategies and recommendations, renew understanding between union members and appropriately apply principles, procedures, requirement, regulations and re-establish policies related to specialized expertise. Building coalitions partnering with networks and alliances; collaborate accross boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals. Influence negotiating process, persuade others; build consensus through give and take, gain honest, competitive cooperation from others to obtain pertinent information and accomplish laborforce goals. We need to identify the internal and external politics that impact the work of our labor movements and organizations. In which one percieves organizational and political reality and acts accordingly with political savvy. Remember our commitment to Fair Labor Standards Acts, Occupational Safety and Health Act, Equal employment Opportunity Act, Uniformed Services Employment and Re-employment Rights Act. With our votes we can lead the nation to change leading the people, results driven execellent business acumen and let us continue to build unified coalitions. Go Unions go.

Since when did being a first lady (or is it first mistress?) become an experience to run for the highest public office? Look where Bill Clinton's experience took America...We became the laughing stock even among 3rd World Countries. I still cannot forget the editorial cartoons and comics that spawned out of the ORAL office boo boo and his testimony to Kenneth Starr's panel. When Hillary showed emotion, it brought back the bare face lie of Bill Clinton... "I did not have s_x with that woman..."

PLEASE STOP WITH THE WHOLE NOT ENOUGH EXPERIENCE SPILL. This man can unite a country that has been divided for 8 years. He inspires the best out of all of us when he gets up to the podium and speak. He will not only change America he will change the world.

Great, Hillary gets a Spanish speaking newspaper endorsement! How many of their readers can legally vote! Puh-leeze!

I f you saw the news tonight, you saw Bush trying to start a rift with Iran. Seems to me he wants to go out of office with a big blow out trying to KILL more of our children. Any thoughts?

at the beginning: i am not an american...i am an austrain (small country in the middle of europe...austria...not australia)

someone here wrote, that you don´t need a change....
i am an unimportant austrian, but i say: you need nothing more than a change.
forget the past. do not believe in blue states and red states. do not believe in republicans and democrats. do not believe in fundamentalism or in evolution.
believe in your voice....that´s what this electiion is about: your voice....all together you are not ONE voice....you are THE voice.
believe in this voice...and believe in the volume of this voice...i know that the voice of the unidet states of america is a loud one, and it have to be a loud one, not only for the united states, but also for europe and the rest of the world.

i hear the speeches of barack obama, i read the books of barack obama and i want to say something to you: we austrains, we want that your next president will be named barack obama and not hilary clinton. we also want that your next vice president will be named john edwards and not hilary clinton.

do not vote the false woman...vote the right man. do not vote democrats or republicans....vote obama. do not vote for red states or blue states...vote obama. do not vote for the past...vote obama. do not see the differences...see obama.

do not believe in everything, but believe in obama.
you have now the chance to change, not only the unided states of america, but the whole world.
once upon a time martin luther king jr. had a drem....let barrack obama fullfill this dream.

i think thats everything i have to say....

sry for my mistakes...i am not a native speaker...and i am only 19 years old....if anyone wants to write me....my mail add is berni_lang@gmx.at.

Great news. Go OBAMA '08!

I don't think money is the big issue here. Despite the enormous spending by candidates such as Clinton and Romney, this has not been translated to votes. For example, Huckabee was outspent 15 to 1 by Romney, yet claimed a decisive victory.

Ron Paul is fine but we must ask: Is he electable? Or are we wasting votes on a candidate who will get crushed by Clinton or Obama?

On the democratic side, many are skeptical of Obama's electability. But his victory in Iowa and his strong second placing in New Hampshire by only 2 points just proves it: Obama's brand of change is one that is both desired and practical. Just the fact that all the candidates are using the word 'change' whenever they can, with Clinton even adopting the name 'Agent of Change' shows how influential and inspirational Obama can be.

If there's a candidate who really deserves a chance, it's Barack Obama.

I consider hillary clinton a phony ,that stunt she pulled in new hampshire was clearly to get pity so as to sway those who voted.
she is dwelling on the experience theory,But if she has all this experience why did she vote to commit troops to iraq,and her excuse is, if I had KNOWN WHAT i know now ,I would have done differently.
let's assume that it was something related to a nuclear attack ,would she had gone ahead, and press that button not knowing the facts,and then say to the american people if i had known what i know now i would not have done it.

Hillary clinton voted to send americans in killing ground in iraq without clear evidence of what was going on,how's that for expierence,and as a result of that war, people in america lost they home ,businesses,and much more,people are hurting.this united states is in big trouble financially.
all hillary is talking about is experience,so one wonders how much experience george bush had when he became president,and not once did i hear her question his credentials ,but rather gave him the okay to go into iraq.

AS @5:40pm. When I think of "new ideas" I don't think of unions. They represent the worst of special interest, big BIG money politics. With Obama and Hillary , the corporate Washington will be alive and well. Only Ron Paul would really CHANGE things in Washington!

I didn't real

"If Clinton wins the nomination I predict the return of bimbo eruptions,..."

...as opposed to underage page molesting, and homophobic homosexuals holding secret trysts, then lying like shameless worms when caught, literally, with their pants down...

" White Water,..."

The Iraqi invasion; Enron; tax cuts for the wealthy and corporate; (corporate) energy plan, unreleased to public; Ashcroft, fer cripe's sake; the unConstitutional "Patriot" (read: Repression) Act;...

" Travel gate,..."

Halliburton swindle; Brown & Kellog criminal conduct in Iraq; no bid contracts; Halliburton employees – almost EVERY ONE – driving trucks leased and paid for by taxpayers, sometimes at over $300,000 for ONE YEAR, while soldiers grew sick mere miles away in moldy tents supplied by Halliburton.

" the politics of personal destruction and legislative gridlock."

Outing a field CIA agent by Cheney; Cheney still paid monthly by Halliburton; Cheney forcing the CIA – the same ones who tried to tell Stupid George in July that Al Queda would 'attack inside the US' – to pretend that Iraq had nukes, and other WMD; Cheney shooting a friend "accidentally," then failing to report the incident for over 18 hours, like he's effin' Goebbels.

" The do nothing Congress will continue to do nothing..."

That's how it was designed, dimwit. A system of checks and balances so hysterical mobs can't suddenly change the law in their favor. Executive, Legislative, Judicial: together, now *that's* a holy trinity I can respect.

" and the Congressional races in swing districts will flip Republican maybe even the White House."

In your dreams. The Republicans won't be back for quite a while.

I've worked in Strip resturants that were unionized and though I am no longer a member of The Union. Talking with my friends who still are (many) union members, we agree this endorsement means very little. There are no candidates on the Dem side that are seen as threatening to Union Job Security people will vote for who they like. In VEGAS, BTW the favorite is definately our girl Hillary.

I think Obama is the best candidate among all presidential candidates.

Hey Clintons-NO THIRD TERM!!!

I am a Hispanic and I get shocked every time when Clinton brings experience and accomplishments as her strong points. Can someone who's Clinton fan explain to me what has she done other then pushing Bush's agenda and burying us deeper into this stupid WAR. I am for Barrack I have always voted independent and will never vote for a person who's sole ambition is to be a president no matter at what cost.

Why on Earth she supports Bush every time, she is a WAR monger. World expects a better reasonable candidate and if you want to reach out to Muslim World then please put a man who's skin color will not scare the Muslim population.

who cares? CNN is making such big deal out of it. Obama's supporters are going gaga over this....walking with HOPE...just HOPE...Reality is votes matter.

Obama win Nevada? You must be dreaming.
According to the latest RCP poll, Clinton leads Obama by 20% in Nevada. I don't care how many endorsements he gets, Obama's not winning Nevada.

Spanish-language newspaper in Las Vegas endorses Clinton

By: KATHLEEN HENNESSEY – Associated Press

LAS VEGAS - A prominent Spanish language newspaper in southern Nevada plans to endorse Hillary Rodham Clinton for president, the publisher said Thursday.

El Mundo publisher Eddie Escobedo says the endorsement will appear in Friday's edition of the 35,500-circulation, free weekly.

El Mundo is the oldest and most politically engaged Spanish paper in Nevada, where Hispanics make up nearly 25 percent of the population but a far smaller portion of the electorate. The group will be closely watched in Nevada Democrats' Jan. 19 presidential caucus.

Escobedo, who said he feels "a loyalty to the Clintons," had previously announced his personal support for the New York senator. A vote by the paper's editorial staff was 4-2 for Clinton over New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson, he said.

Escobedo described the choice not to endorse Richardson as difficult. The governor and former U.N. ambassador grew up in Mexico, often campaigns in Spanish and has aggressively tried to organize supporters in Las Vegas' Hispanic community.

"We went along with Clinton because of her background," he said, citing her years as first lady of Arkansas and the U.S., and extensive travel. "She knows the people, she could negotiate any deal."

Southern Nevada's other major Spanish-langauge weekly, El Tiempo, does not plan to endorse a candidate for president, said Geoff Schumacher, director of community publications. The paper has a circulation of 50,000 and is published by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, part of the Stephens Media.

1. Hillary is ahead in the delegate count.
2. I'm surprised that Obama supporters continue to spew incessantly such hateful, unproductive, vitriol. The leader whom you so admire, are so inspired says he's above this. If hes a real leader, as you claim, then you should follow his example and end this hateful rhetoric and maybe focus on something real and substantive.

You people are NOT helping to heal our country and is the reason why Obama is trying to fix it.

With that said, I do not think he is prepared to be president, his record is questionable (and extremely thin) and there is too much at stake to gamble. Look, if Obama gets the nomination, when the Republicans are done with him, he won't be likeable either.

If Hillary is truly a partisan, please explain to me why she has been so successful in the Senate at working with members of all parties. She's done amazing things for New York.

Hillary in 08.

To Dan from MA: THANK YOU!! I'm glad to see that someone else is tuned in to what's really going on. People say Obama has no positions, he hasn't laid out a plan, he doesn't make it clear where he stands on the issues. These are talking points, not facts. Obama wrote a 362-page book about his positions, about the issues, about his plan for how America can turn itself around. It is contains well-written, thoughtful analyses of the issues facing this country and how he proposes we make change. If you read the book and disagree with his positions, that's one thing. But the problem is that most people refuse to read a 362 page book about politics, or any book about politics for that matter. They want to be spoon-fed the information by the media, and so they miss out on who these candidates really are.

Obama has more than 11 years experience as an elected official. Hillary has more than 7. There are different ways to dissect this issue of experience, but you have to look beyond the rhetoric.

Clearly, this goes beyond Obama. Hillary would never be where she is today if she wasn't "hopeful" and she has surely inspired many people with her achievements. And perhaps a lot of people don't like her, but it's obvious that many people do.

The candidates cannot knock on the door of every single American and answer his/her questions directly. If you care about issues, investigate. Find out where they do stand. I agree with Dan, that Clinton and Obama (and Edwards) basically agree on most of the issues in a broad sense. In general, they are all working towards the same goal of moving on from the current administration and making positive "change" (see, we all use talking points) in health care and the economy, etc.

For me, it's about being inspired. Words do matter, at least to me. I've been moved and inspired to action by great books, by interesting stories, and by Barack Obama. That is meaningful and rare. And many people have been inspired by Hillary Clinton. We are all different. We are all inspired by different things. But I believe Obama helps us to see we still have a lot in common.

SEIU thank you. It time for change so that we can grow together and bring respect back to our country.

JOHN EDWARD, I have been a big fan of yours sinces 2004, you motivate and touch me but it obvious it's not your time. Please save face and let Obama and Clinton fight this out because I know you want the same thing that Obama want and that's true change. I can truely see a Obama/Edward ticket. A perfect match.

Since I don't see my first or second comments I would like to see a McCain/Lieberman ticket. Hiliary's tears are fake. You can see what it did in the voting. The people in Iowa kow who to pick....

Iowa and NH should be a wake up call to all the Hillary supporters out there. In both instances Obama was cordial, professional, and graceful, thanking Hillary for a well fought fight. In contrast, after her Iowa defeat Hillary released her attack dogs (including Bill), cried, and basically used George Bushes tactic of "scare them into voting for me" by suggesting that electing Obama could lead to the destruction of the country. After her win in NH, Obama was still "Presidential", congradulating her and then rallying his followers to continue the good fight. Over the last few days I think Obama has shown the the leadership qualities that we want in the next President, while Hillary simply showed herself to be a petulent spoiled brat willing to do anything to get what she wants. Haven't we had enough of that?

Miguel in Hanover, NH: You made my day with your news about the delegates!
This 60 year old woman, her 65 year old bestfriend & her 50 year old sister have been supporters of Obama for months. Not all women over 40 support HRC.
I agree with tennesse gurl about the dislike & partisanship that would result from
the nomination of HRC. When Obama speaks he talks about "we" & "us".
HRC talks about "I" ...what "I will do for you". And she reminds us that
"lobbyists are people too". The Clintons think they have a right to the White House now that the Bush's are done for a while. Though a lifelong democrat, I want a
candidate that will unite the country and have a cabinet with members of both partys and I don't want a Clinton or Bush. How HRC,who was part of the administration that created NAFTA & legislation that made possible the current pay gaps between CEO's & their corporate employees as well as tax breaks for moving US jobs overseas, dares to come to us & talk about making change is a travesty!
No more Clintons & No more Bushs – thank you ! Your family's have done enough for this country. Let someone else have a chance.

Things seem to be getting back to normal. Hillary is simply not Presidential, I don't feel a sense of pride to have her represent me in this country. With Obama I'm happy to be a part of this country and believe we are spoken of, and spoken of well under his Leadership. Hats Off to the Culinary Union, I support your decision, as woman I'm moved to tears by this endorsement!

La'Kitgum, thanks for your post, but I disagree. The issues don't matter to most Americans. Voters like to think they vote on the issues, and they often cry foul when the tone of the debate turns away from content, but the truth is that the average American doesn't understand the issues.

A 2006 survey showed that 75% of Americans between 18 and 24 are unable to identify Israel on a map. 60% don't know where Iraq is, and 33% can't identify the state of Louisiana... this is AFTER Hurricane Katrina. Let's face it: we don't understand the world or the people around us. Even you are still using the word "oriental" to refer to Asians!

Knowing this, how can we expect that the average voter will understand a politician when he/she discusses the finer points of his/her health care plan, or his thoughts on peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians, or her opinions on progress towards debathification. We all say we want to hear their thoughts, but when they really discuss this stuff in more than 30-second sound bites, all of it goes right over our heads. I'm guessing most of us would have trouble defining the word "amnesty," yet John McCain's campaign almost went under because he made the unfortunate mistake of uttering the word at some point over the summer.

The point is this. If Americans vote based on their own understanding of the issues then this country is in real trouble. How we can we vote based on what we think about the war in Iraq when we don't even know where it is? It's not that we're not intelligent enough to educate ourselves on the important issues, but rather that most of us just don't care to put in the time. This is why I find it so frustrating that people claim to want to hear more about the issues when election season rolls around. We insist that the debate be centered on the issues, we pretend we understand, and then when asked why we voted for Clinton we say "because she has more experience." When asked why we voted for Romney we say "because Washington is broken and we need an outsider in the White House." After all the dust settles, after all our illusions about the issues have washed away, we regurgitate the canned messages we've seen 20 times in TV ads.

I'd rather we were honest about this whole process. The difference between Obama and Clinton is tiny when it comes to the issues. They are both intelligent, thoughtful people. If you don't believe it about Obama, read his book "The Audacity of Hope." His genuine thoughtfulness and balanced perspective is hard to miss. The real difference lies in their abilities to inspire Americans to engage, to learn, to organize, to become active participants in the effort to make things better. I won't vote for someone because I think he or she can do the job alone. That's an impossible task. I will vote for someone who has the ability to make us see that it's our own job to do.

Thank you Nevada Culinary Union. We desperately need new ideas in Washington and I don't see Hillary doing this as she is too much part of the problem. Unfortunately Edwards who can't win the nomination is hurting Obama's chances and hopefully he is thinking about this. I believe an Obama/Edwards ticket would be the best thing we've seen in many years.

Mr. Obama needs to start spinning that he's going to win Nevada because of this endorsement...yeah, right.

Nevada is Clinton Country!

I think Hillary will win Nevada with at least a 22% lead over Obama.

Maybe he should bring Opra out again.

Nevada Democrats and Independents for Hillary are ready, come rain, sleet or snow.

Hillary Rodham Clinton is Battle Tested and her Nevada Supporters are BATTLE BORN!

NEVADA WILL START THE WESTERN WAVE FOR HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON!

I have been a registered Dem for more than 40 years; raised money, ran campaigns and worked in state Democratic administrations. For the first time ever for me, I say that if a Dem candidate wins the nomination, I will not vote for her. Count me in the 47%+ of the country that, for one reason or another, want to move past the BushClintonBush partisan and counterproductive wars to a reasoned and civil and hopeful future.

La'Kitgum, from "Concord-e" NH, if that's your real name and "city",

Clinton was handily beating Obama -everywhere- until the Iowa upset where Obama beat Hillary by 8%. That completely disproves your statement that America is "just now" (with New Hampshire's 'lead'?) starting to realize dynasties and "experience as first lady" are important. That's obviously what they thought for the past 9 months. I guess if your memory only lasts 72 hours, as is common in news reporting, then you may have forgotten that Obama has been fighting to take the lead from Clinton since this started in early 2007.

The reality is, that Hillary Clinton was handily beat by Obama in Iowa, and she barely scrapped up enough votes to beat him by popular vote in New Hampshire, even though Obama beats Hillary on the New Hampshire delegate count. Ironic eh? Hillary lost New Hampshire the same way Al Gore lost the presidency.

Will someone please tell Obama to stop lip singing Edwards.

notice how Obama said every thing Edwards was saying in a slightly different way in the N.H. debates.

Hand the white house to the Neo cons on a silver platter vote obama.

Super delegates can and will switch as the nominee is known so using these people as an example of anything is meaningless.

When I saw the headline about Obama getting a culinary endorsement, I was thinking it was either Rachael Ray, Paula Deen, or one of the Iron Chefs.

But Skyler, I think experience is totally overrated.

The truth is, Hillary is older, NOT substantially more experienced.

Skyler – you need to educate yourself in regards to Obama's background. No one has "experience" in running the country until they have served 4 year in the head office. Judgment is what counts and what advisors they choose.

No More Clintons! No More Bush clones! Your life for the past 20 years have been ran by a Clinton or Bush. Are you seriously okay with that?

I voted for Obama and am amused to hear Clinton supporters say that NH shows how the rest of the country is going to stand behind Clinton's experience. I'd just like to point out that Clinton won with only 8,000 more votes, and that Obama ended up getting more delegates than Clinton (due to superdelegates). I think Obama's victory in Iowa and strong showing in NH will make him a serious contender in SC and Nevada, with more black and minority voters. It's shaping out to be a very interesting race, and I'm very curious to see what happens in the next 4 weeks.

Obama has no experience to manage change. How can people vote this man with no credentials but hope to run the country. There is too much at stake. He should take a vice-presidentship and learn and then run the presidency that way everyone wins.

Here’s is a dose of reality that does not come from the bastions of Hillaryland (NYC and LA). Hilary Clinton will continue the partisanship that has got nothing done in Washington. She is strongly disliked by both Democrats and Republicans. Too bad the establishment sheep do not see it. (She has 47% unfavorable ratings and half of the country wouldn’t vote for her if you paid us). If Clinton wins the nomination I predict the return of bimbo eruptions, White Water, Travel gate, the politics of personal destruction and legislative gridlock. The do nothing Congress will continue to do nothing and the Congressional races in swing districts will flip Republican maybe even the White House.

Great the kids that were too lazy to pursue anything intellectual in high school have formed a union and have made their political choice. NOW I know how to vote.

I guess "Line Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher and Bus Boy Union" name was already taken by someone else.

Obama has promised to double the minimum wage and peg it to the inflation rate (according to his official website). Middle class people this means that YOUR money will now be worth less and the "Culinarists" of America can pimp their ride and get that new flat screen tv.

Socialism and Pity in America.

OBAMA keep the faith in the american people

I was very disappointed in NH voters – rewarding Hillary, the political cameleon. Perhaps NV voters will vote for an authentic candidate (Obama) over the power-at-any-cost candidate (Clinton).

Wonder if Michigan voters will vote "Clinton" since she back-stabbed the other democratic candidates by refusing to remove her name (as she originally agreed with other candidates). An Obama write-in victory would be huge!

DNC LISTEN: No Obama No Vote. ABC/ Anybody But Clinton

YAYYYYY!!! This is important ! Last night they were pressured to stay neutral...Way to go Nevada!

A person cannot argue with Obama's leadership skills and his ability to communicate effectively. However, that's not all there is to becoming our nation's president. I want to see Obama fight for votes. I believe the game has changed a bit, and Clinton has proved she is a very strong competitor. It's time to utilize what Chicago politics teaches a person. It’s time to become a bit more edgy. Remember, nice guys finish last (well, at least second). In addition, I recommend he try a crying bit before the Nevada vote. That seemed to work for the saps in New Hampshire. In fact, we now have a solution to turn around GW’s approval rating! Try crying George! I know some shallow people that will eat that act up!

Go O! You WILL be President some day.

Don't discount the negative effect that Mark Penn's role in the Hillary campaign had on these unions deliberations. He has helped anti-union forces all over the country and this is yet another reason why he needs to go.

Worth noting that Obama also got the backing of the national union tied to the culinary union, Unite Here... 500,000+ strong.

So much for Hillary's Chinatown dishwasher donations...

Nevada will obviously go for Clinton as Culinary employees vote individually in droves for her.

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,

This is huge. And was announced earlier this morning. HRC won the union vote in NH by 10%. This will be Obama's advantage in Nevada. Way to get up to speed CNN.

very good news