Good for him. Anything matters at this time no matter who does it!

Smart move on this News Papers part. They see what most of America are seeing.

Clinton divides this country even worse then Bush , before she even gets a chance to put her partisan politics into practice in the Oval office. She is not good for this country "period".

If by some odd chance Clinton wins the democratic nomination, I as an African American mom of a freshman at Harvard will not be voting for her in the general election, I will be voting for the Republican nominee. Clinton and her husband has shown me just how nasty they really are and to think I supported her by giving $1,000 to her senatorial campaign–such a bad investment. My child's dreams and aspirations are not a fairy tale!

Thank you to The State. Thank you for recognizing that Barack Obama is a man of integrity and he takes the moral high road.
The solution is not to keep fighting the Repulicans, as Hillary says she does very well. Do not ask first why others cannot change. Ask first what you can change about yourself. MLK was only 39 when he died. Though young, he was wise beyond years. He was a man of peace. He reached out. He had a dream. Let's do him honor by following his example.

At last, someone has it right, Obama is the only candidate that can re-unify this country.

While I understand the radical stance of the church in historic term, this does pose some further questions about his core values.

'Change' in and of itself is not good. Just look at Britain. It has changed in the last twenty years beyond recognition and it's a mess. I think he will struggle now simply because further scrutiny of his church and it political ties will undermine him.

And I believe the process has shown that America is not racist, simply that they are not willing to jeopardise their country and the world at large.

Had the issues been of race and not national securtiy I think they would have been brushed aside, as they should by any decent human being.

it is ridiculous that the term moslem is used as an insult -ridiculous and unconstitutional. the sad thing is that, to most people, anyone with strong religious convictions seems like a nut. the rest of the world doesn't want america run by fundamentalist christians either. at least hillary only worships money and power, eh?

Here are three foreign policy issues that Bill and Hillary Clinton are having problems with:

1) She did vote to give the President permission to invade Iraq and take focus off of Pakistan/Afghanistan. No matter what she says….she voted to give him permission to invade knowing it would divert from finding Osama.

2) The Clintons were in the White House for 8 years prior to the 9/11 attacks and could have gotten Osama Bin Laden but failed to do so. Bush took office and one year later you see what happened.

3) Bill has foreign policy experience…duh….but Hillary does not. She was the first lady. This would be the same as saying Laura Bush has foriegn policy experience because she visited/vacationed in these countries and had tea with their leaders.

I don't think Obama will be able to hold off Hillary given the HUGE amount of SUPER-delegates that get to choose without the voters. Then in the general election, she will likely lose to the galvinized Republican base and indepedents who are tired of the Bush/Clinton aristocracy.

This Smith guy is.not serious how can u endorse 3 candidates, one after the other lol,

What a joke, Billary should refuse his endorsement
Rock on Obama

set the trend Americans will follow

Thank you South Carolina for your leadership in what is a most favorable endorsement for the Next President of the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.

BARAK OBAMA 08,12

whatever… he won several "large" endorsements by unions in Nevada, and it didn't matter. At the end of the day, no one cares whether Oprah or some newspaper endorsed the candidate. The Clinton campaign doesn't need to highlight such endorsements. She's a natural winner.

I for one will be glad when the election is over. Barack gets endorsement ,Hillary gets endorsement. Who cares, like that is going to make me vote for someone. Show me where you stand on the issues and how you plan to get it done and paid for.

Obama and his supporters claim for him a "unifying style of leadership," but what do they base that on? What or whom has he unified?

Personally, I think his supporters' unthinking adoration of him is creepy. Barack Obama has more in common with David Karesh then MLK.

That is not surprising. He is going to SOuth Carolina. Not sure about rest of the estate.

Obama did not seem to "unifying" in any of the debates! He talks a great game… IN PREPARED SPEECHES!

Core values are one thing… the ability to do anything is quite another. Barack doesn't have what it takes.

"While they praised Hillary Clinton as a policy wonk with a "deep understanding of many issues," the editorial board wrote her administration was bound to be highly partisan, and said the Clintons often seem motivated by personal vindication."

The editorial board couldn't have said it any better. America needs new leadership that transcends political parties and restores America's credibility and moral leadership around the world. Obama gives us that hope!

ask the candidates what they would do if; one of our ships was sunk by a foreign country? if; one of our aircraft carriers was hit by a supersonic Russian missile provided to Iran and fired by Iran? if; Iran or Lebanon or Syria takes our military hostage. if; we suffered another Katrina? if; an American Airliner is taken hostage? if; the Arab countries got together and blocked oil to the US? if; the Sears Tower and the Towers in LA were taken down in the same day by the terorists?
There's many questions that need answering. I'd like to see an Obama/ McCain ticket..

I had always liked Hillary and hope she would run for presidency but now that she is out running as Billary I have realised it was all wishful thinking. Glad I have woken from a 7 years bad dream. If she picks the dem ticket, you should expect another term for the repub.

I am a Republican, and have voted Republican in 100% of the Presidential elections I ever cast in (8 so far), and 90% of all other opportunities, twice voting Dem for Senate seats. In speaking with my Republican friends in the workplace, etc, the overwhelming consensus amongst us is that Obama would be much harder to beat than Hillary in the general election. It ain't even close. He earned that respect.

CNN reported that the researched evidence regarding Clinton's comments were of course unfounded and that Obama's remarks were indeed true. I believe it was another attempt of a Clinton "spinning" public opinion. It reminded me of the Famous "sexual relations" definition debate. The Clintons are masterful at verbatum deceit of the American people. We need a new type of politics and I now see that Obama is that leader.

I had been considering voting for Hillary Clinton until I saw last night's debate. She looked so petty and untruthful when she was responding to Barack Obama. Barack Obama might not have the "35 years of experience " that Hillary does, but he sure does tell the truth and spread this message of unity and hope that we need so badly. I will be casting my ballot for either Barack Obama or John Edwards.

This guy who endorsed Clintons is a looser. He endosed Bill richardson and is already out!

Big deal Obama will win in South Carolina. So getting an endorsement seems kind of anti-climatic. We have known for quite some time that Obama is going to win South Carolina. Even before his poll numbers went up. When African-Americans have a chance at electing one of their own to the White House it's almost a given most will vote for Obama regardless. I am from Louisiana and there are parts where unless you are an African-American candidate you might as well not run because you are not going to win. The biggest problem for Obama is this is the wrong state race at the wrong time for him. South Carolina in the general election is a hardened Republican state. He would have been better off having to compete for a close race in a state with a different demographic that is also a pivotal state. Here the news will be nothing nobody will be surprised by. Also there will be no bump in the polls from this either. Obama's campaign should have never agreed to moving the South Carolina primary.

Politics is a very dirty business. Candidates even step beyond their moral conscious to win the race by "hook or crook" method.. This approach is very unethical to practice as all candidates are holding family values along with their great experience in politics. Hope younger generation don't repeat this kind of dirty and cheap tricks to get elected to rule the great nation.

While they praised Hillary Clinton as a policy wonk with a "deep understanding of many issues," the editorial board wrote her administration was bound to be highly partisan, and said the Clintons often seem motivated by personal vindication.

Newt Gingrich former R-GA just last week stated that HE had orchestrated the defeat of the Universal Health Care Plan which Hillary headed in 1993, BUT later they set aside their personal differences and came together to work on a new health care plan and military panel.

He admitted that he personally respected Senator Clinton for her courage to learn and ability to grow - as well as her political acumen and organization.

So here's one of her fiercest former nemesis and she was able to "reach across the aisle and put aside past differences to get things done"!! Is that "highly partisan and personal vindication?" (who can know what the motives of the newspapers editors are anymore or did we ever?!)

And it is always amazing what cnn doesn't choose to cover and which comments get posted…

Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton are both from the south, but Obama seems to be taking charge of South Carolina. Raises questions over Clintons ice cold persona. It might appeal to the homely voters of the south who might view the infidelity and her ice cold personality as unapealing. The democrats have to realize that Obama is the most appealing candidate. His personality is amazing, a real unifier. He lacks foreign affairs expertise and Bill Richardson is the best from both sides on that factor.

I THINK IT'S WRONG OF AMERICAN/AFRICAN'S TO VOTE FOR OBAMA
STRICKLY BECAUSE HE'S BLACK. REVERSE DISCRIMINATION.
VOTE YOUR CHOICE, ON THE FACTS. RACE, CREED, HAVE NO PLACE
IN PICKING OUR CANDIDATES WHATEVER REPUBLICAN AND DEMOCRATS ALIKE.

IF I THOUGHT OBAMA WAS THE BEST PERSON TO LEAD OUR COUNTRY I WOULD VOTE FOR HIM. IF IT WERE SENATORS CLINTON OR MACLAIN, I'D VOTE FOR THEM.
LOOK AT THEIR VOTING RECORDS, THEIR CAUSES, AND WHAT THEY HAVE SO FAR ACCOMPLISHED.

All Obama is rhetoric!!! His debate performance showed another side of Mr. Perfect. How long was Hillary supposed to let BO attack her. His lack of experience really showed. Hillary and Edwards for America

american unity means obama and unifying style of leadership.

I think that, while this dog and pony show certainly is entertaining, voters should not get buried under the name calling, band wagon jumping, pathetic attempts to undermine each other. People need to look at the records of the candidates Who really has your best interests in mind? Who has the best ideas and plans for your country? Who has proved themselves thus far, not by words but by actions? Don't let your vote be swayed by who can argue and trash the other person better. Let the candidates stand on the job they have done, not the job they claim to have done. Don't be fooled into voting for the wrong reasons.

My explanation is simple: The Iraq war is casuing us spend 7 trillion a year, which will put the country in a great depression in teh near future. Fed is trying to delay this happening artificially by constantly lowering the interest rate, keeping the value of US$ low, which has a long term effect on the economy. We are going to face the worst depression ever.

Therefore, those who supported the war, and threw in the mess, should be held accountable. None of them should be given a chance to be a president. Therefore, Hillary is the first one out from my list….

THIS IS INSANE HOW ON EARTH CAN ANYONE SAY THAT HILLARY WAS TO BLAME FOR LAST NIGHT? BORAK LOOKED CHILDISH AND FOOLISH AND VERY INEXPERIENCED!!!!!!!!!!!!! I THINK THAT THE PEOPLE HAVE IT FIGURED OUT HE IS COUNTING ON THE BLACK VOTE. BUT WHAT HAS HE DONE FOR YOU ? WHAT HAS HILLARY DONE FOR YOU OR BILL CLINTON? REMEMBER THAT ON SATURDAY. TALK IS CHEAP VOTE EXPERIENCE VOTE HILLARY CLINTON THE REAL DEAL 2008

Barack Rocks!!!!!!!!!!

Hang in there guy…American is starting to take notice.

It's hard to beleave anyone could endorse someone who has no experience in
the government.THIS IS NO TIME FOR SOMEONE TO GET ON THEJOB TRAINING FOR THE HIGHEST JOB IN THIS COUNTRY. We need someone
with experience .LETS GO HILLARY CLINTON……………………….

CNN why don't you report that Clinton won a big endorsement from Union in CA.
I think Union endorsement is more important than the paper endorsement.
CNN is pro Obama and anti Clinton and that is the reason Obama has a free ride so far.We saw in debate last night that when confronted Obama can't give straight answers.He looks so inexperienced , naive and rattled.
I want to know Mr. Obama " Where is the beef".

I cannot see how Obama is unifying anything based on these blogs. I have seen some blogs against him mostly questioning his experience and a inabilty to speak to speicfics in what his presidency would bring (please do not send me to his website I have been there and have found more flowery language).

I also find it interesting that he is "not using his rhetorical skills to demonize his rivals". Since when? Maybe the first week but he has mock the fact that they gave good answers in debates to his chorus of uh's.

I also find the phrase about "he has the ability to win over independents and Republicans without "neglecting his core values." completely unproven. People have moved from candidate to candidate like bees in a field of flowers. With much of his base coming from independents many of which also favor McCain, how are we to know if he can hold onto them after the primaries when the republicans will pull him apart like a freshly plucked chicken. Believe me the media who have made him their darling will relish turning on him as they have so many and the republicans will close ranks and laugh their way to the White House.

Thank you, CNN, for making us aware of this endorsement. It hold much weight, as The State is read and respected by many — including every race and gender. Obama is a clear Unifier — and with the partisanship that has led Washington for the past 8 years, it will be a breath of fresh air to have a true democracy in this country and no more polarization.
– A Former Clinton Supporter.

Murry is right. Obama has not used the kind of vicious, slash-and-burn politics of Bush/Rove and now Clintons and Mark Penn. This country needs more unity and positivity. We are fighting for our childrens future, not scoring points. The Clintons have ruined the whole race with their ruthless "do and say anything to win" attitude. Please do America a favor and vote for the other two.

Uh , the republicans are the minority of our population that is supporting this genocide called war. Fighting against them is what MLK stood for. Peace remember?

Murry, I totally agree with everything you said !

Let's not miss this oppportunity to elect an honest president who will change a government that leaves so many working people out and which caters to the interests of the wealthiest Americans. I'm so grateful that we have the option to vote for a candidate like Sen. Barack Obama. We are so fortunate and I just hope that more and more people are realizing this every day.

Obama needs to be a real man and quit picking on Hillary, he is a bully, I have no respect for him. He is the one who started it all and he is phoney. Its not Hillary's fault what Bill says you don't see Hillary attacking his wife. Be a real man and quit fighting with Hillary.

Obama has earned my respect and admiration for his integrity, vision and unifying skill. After reading his first book, Dreams of my Father, I came away with an appreciation oft Obama's strong emotional honesty and integrity. We need a leader of inclusion and substance.

HILLARY IN '08!!!!!

hating on obama is not gonig to change racism in the U.S hilary and bill are power thirsty and they will do or say anything to get power. if you really care about this nation obama will be your choice. he can heal the sickness of hate and bring us all together as one nation. vote wise. vote with you head and not with your mind

Chaunda,

You can't base anything on blogs. McCain won't go dirty like the Clintons on Obama, they are friends and respect each other. And yes Republicans would vote for Obama, I am a registered Republican and I have been a supporter and believer in him since in 2004 speech and I am not the only Republican that feels this way. If Hillary wins, I will vote for McCain.

which candidate CANNOT SAY "I HAVE A NON-NEGOTIABLE COMMITMENT TO AFRICA"? NOW, go to votesmart and look up all the candidates "BIOGRAPHY" and then look up the "ORGANIZATIONS" listed!! Finding the answers and the truth can not be easier!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dear Barack and Michelle:

Please stay on message. I pray for you daily that you will be able to withstand
the firery darts that will be thrown at you.

Eava Riley

People LOVE Barack Obama. THERE IS A SPIRITUAL CONNECTION. People feel that he loves us back, all of us. He only asks for the opportunity to serve our country. You have to be numb not to feel this energy from this young man. Tthat's why young and old are following his message. There's a spiritual connection. Obama projects a vision for us of what this great country can become. He shows us how we can embrace each other, black, brown, tan or creamy, how we can bridge our special talents together. He iinspires us nto believing that we can collectively energize this country into becoming a truly democratic America. This man has strong values. He is intelligent. Read his books. This Barack Obama is a breath of fresh air.. I can't wait to vote for him GO OBAMA!

Rosemary Garza
What are you talking about? when ever I read the papers or watch the television its Hillary who is on the offensive and attacking Obama. If anything Obama fights back against both her, her campaign and even her husband. Its not hard to see that Bill has been doing the slandering for the woman. America has the chance to elect someone who has some social decency, it really is about time.

Who is stirring up this "rancor" between Hillary and Barack? Why the Republicans of course and the right wing conservative talk-show hosts!! They are scared to death that Hillary is going to win the election and want as many votes for Obama as they can get. They see Obama as easily beatable in the general election. If the Democrats nominate Obama, the Republicans think they can rest a little easier and that the election will result in a Republican President. A political debate between political rivals of the same party can tend to get personal because candidates of the same party generally stand for many of the same Democratics beliefs. The "personal" tone of the debates is a way to differentiate between someone who can think fast on their feet, knows their stuff, and someone who can merely utter uh…uh..uh. If you check out the websites of the three leading candidates, you will see who has done their homework and has realistic plans for change in addressing the most important concerns of the American people. You can see who will be ready to lead on Day One.

..and Obama got the endorsement of Bennie Thompson chairman of the House Hoemelnad Security Committee and a representative of another red state…

Althogh I am a Republican I watch both side for our country. These days I feel very uncomfortable to see the debate(or argument) between the Clintons and Obama. My question is "Can't you stand on your own feet, Ms. Clinton without your famous, I mean just famous, husband?" I praise Obama.

Rosemary and Bimmer,

You obviously missed the fact that Mr. Obama never personally attacked his opponents until the New Hampshire primary, when Bill Clinton started his game of distortion and mockery. No pair have been more divisive than the Clintons, and the need of Obama to defend against false attacks does not make him a bully. Hillary is a vicious partisan, and will not help our country move forward.

I though that Obama is trying to fight a different campiagn but after what happened in the debate in which clear shows that he is not. He is just like any other politician. I hardly heard the words of hope and change coming out from his month. Obama, your real self has revealed its own self.

I was a definate vote to the Clintons when this thing started but everyone has gotten away from what really important. The Clintons are affraid of this man. They are reaching and everytime they question his Charecter you have to wonder what is going through the mind of Bill Clinton. Don't forget he himself went through some charecter issues while in the Whitehouse. He should be the last one to question that. They also seem to make a big point that Obama voted for the Iraq spending bill after he voted againts the war. I am in fact retired military myself and it makes sense to vote for the spending bill after the war has already started. what is he to do? Leave the soldiers with no funding, no amunition, and funding to leave safely.

Now I totally disagree that Obama is picking on Hillary. Are you serious?? She has criticized him many times and brought up issues that are simply irrelevant to this campaign. Now is he supposed to just take it and not defend himself. Needless to say at some point he had to start giving it back to her and Im proud of him for doing so. Now dont get me wrong, I strongly believe we need a democrat in the white house but it shouldn't be at the expense of using those teh same old political games by saying things that are not true about your opponent. Obama seems a geniune, stand up guy and when he does critize Hillary he is simply fighting back.

I would love to see all three candidates just speak the issues and stop the crying, fussing, talking about each others spouses and all that. I am sick and tired of Bill's tantrums and his wife trying to out talk everyone. Just let people make up their own minds for whatever reasons they may have. It's our right, our choice.

If a person is qualified to be President of USA just by writing couple of hope books and giving very inspirational speech's what the world is coming to ? An end ? Talking about issues faced by this country and giving hope talks is very easy to do. If you are to elect just because he slate is very clean think about it twice. Remember even when Bush was elected his slate was pretty clean. BTW, a president can't vote "present" on IRAQ, IRAN, NORTH KOREA , health care, immigration and economy.

If Obama or Edwards is not the democratic candidate…hello to the next republican president because lots of democrats will abandon her. Too much of Clinton/Bush…we need some one new, refreshing, honest and not politically corrupt (we can dream) I say Obama because Edwards will not make it much further

I keep reading how everyone love the clintons so much. I would ask them to explain what have they done for the poor people living in the inner city? I did not see them in NYC when 911 happen. What happen to the unsavory land deals that he family were involved in back in they home state? Why did they move to NY instead of going back to they home state? I think that they had the plan for her to run to be president, but they did not expect to see a black man run for the same office. I would like to know why she always say that it is her turn to be president? Hilary Clinton do not care about uniting this country, she only think about her family back in the white house. I woul dare ask all the folks to think this for a moment, Do you really think that Hilary or her husband really care about anyone but themselves? I know for sure that I will vote for anyone other that the Clintons if they get the nomination. I think the folks in NY should think about what they're getting, instead of being obligate to vote for because of Bill & his wife.

Obama's attacks on Hillary Clinton during the debate were both vicious and unfounded. He has lost his civility and and continually whines about how Bill is attacking him. Welcome to politics!

I am voting for Hillary, she is obviously tougher than Obama and we need a tough leader in the White House.

GO HILLARY!

For a state that was the first to secede from the Union, the first to fire the beginning salvo in the Civil War, and had the most slaves of any other state; for that state's largest newspaper to endorse Barack Obama for the Democratic Nomination is the best news that this nation could ever receive. Does the paper believe that his trying to unify the nation would be easy? NO. But they are happy to see at the very least Obama would try. Keep twisting Obama's message! Keep stealing his campaign slogans and then low-rating him as having a message without substance. You're preparing Obama for the Republican Spin Machine. It's going to be Great, seeing Obama win in `08.

I've watched the last two Democratic debates. In the first one it was dubbed by the media as almost too calm. I saw Hillary take a few jabs at Obama and Edwards and yet was praised for being tough. The second debate is being dubbed as a cat fight…all out brawl. I feel like Obama finally tried to stand up for himself and address some of the untruths being told by the Clinton campaign. And he's being beat up about it. We all must agree…if attacked continuosly…at some point you will try to defend yourself.

I have loved the Clintons. But I feel they are old politics and her smear campaign and telling of half-truths just perpetuate that. Why must a canidate attack the other to get their point across. If you truly believe you and your ideas are better for America, then talk about that. Talk about the issues.

I honestly believe if Hillary and Bill would stop all the negative attacks,we could actually get to the real issues.

And for those who strongly dislike Obama….I can't figure out why. He has done nothing but try to take the high ground with his campaign and inspire the American people. All people, not just black people. You rarely hear him talk about race. He stands for everyone. Let's not forget he was raised by his caucasion mother. One more point…. I don't see his wife or even Edwards wife attacking Hillary.

Ok…just needed to vent a little. Good luck out there to everyone. It's going to be tough for all of us to weed through what the media is saying, what the surogates are saying….even what the canidates are saying. I wish you all peace, love and happiness. And whoever you believe in…..just go out and vote

To say it's not Hillary's fault what her husband says, that's crap. Ever since their campaign in New Hampshire Bill's job has been to attack, keeping Hillary clean of the dirty politics.

I think the article gushed about Obama, but Hillary would definitely be more divisive, and has LESS EXPERIENCE in elected office (first lady does not count, no one picks a president to vote for because of his wife).

Got a good line this guy, Obama, but you need more than a smooth mouth to sail this ship. We need a real captain, a real woman, we got her, Hillary sweet. Lord give us the strength to live past poor ole George and his button pushers. The Hallyburton Hacks. Set em down hard Lord. Amen

I hope Obama wins because he will mend the party. Hillary will not work across party lines. If Hillary would act professional Obama would not have to defend himself.

OBAMA 08

Obama has put fear in a lot of people's heart because I never see anybody attacking John Edwards, is it because his numbers are not high enough to be a threat to Hillary/Bill?

Americans can pretend like they are blind and don't know how all this bickering started if they want to. It's the same old thing with anything that the clintons do. Instead of being concerned about the economy, schools, or healthcare people are running around repeating the man's middle name like it's making a point.

I think Obama should know that ENDORSMENTS = BIG TIME LOSS.

Hillary all the way !!!

If anyone claims that Bill and Hillary don't know everything that the other one is doing, they are not paying enough attention. These are two very calculating politicians who are using any means necessary to get her into the White House.

Stop picking on each others. Give me real solutions how we can fix the mess Bush has created for all of us!

Only in South Carolina. Everyone was talking about how Obama bombed on the debate. He looked like the lost kid in the block. True fact. My friend has been begging me to vote for Obama if by some remote chance he'd win the nomination. I have said no and continue to say no. I cannot support someone I know isn't ready. I won't jeopardize our country. Well guess what the same friend saw the debate last night and said I have had a change of heart I cannot support Obama. He isn't ready. She continued to say if he did by some very slim chance win she would vote for McCain before Obama. She said no way no how. Clinton 08

Senator Obama has one mark against his campaign style that bugs me to no end. He can't answer a simple yes-no question. He preaches on and on and on.

I'm firmly convinced that if you ask him the time of day he would proceed and explain to you how to make a solar powered short wave radio.

In my opinion, this does not help his efforts to grab the golden ring.

Obama should continue setting the facts straight. It's truly disgusting that the Clintons feel they have to resort to distortions. Obama is right regarding Ronald Reagan. As Democrats we need to be thinking of ways to reach out to Republicans and bring them over to our side. We've got to take the opportunity in this election year to re-align American politics and get the big changes required in place. Hillary is far too divisive. She wouldn't have a chance to put the changes in place we need. This debate helped me settle on my candidate.

After last night's debate, I realized how much I really dislike Obama. Edwards really showed his true colors, and made many fine points. I do not see where the editorial board sees Obama's integrity. He has been the cause of every major dispute between the Democratic candidates in the past two months. The Clintons may seem ruthless, but they're only being so because they were forced onto the defensive.

South Carolina will be Obama's last stand, and I personally cannot wait until Hillary makes him sit down on Super Tuesday. Clinton/Edwards in 2008!

In these troubled times, we are in desperate need of recognizable experience in the White House. Hillary has commited her life to serving the public and has world recognition. Obama is a good man, he would be a good candidate in possibly 8 yrs, but not now. It's time for Hillary !

I applaud Barack for his retaliations because the people need to know the truth, but I also urge him to discuss urgent issues that affect the American people.

Billary represents status quo. Doesn't anyone realize that the Clintons are campaigning with the same message they had 10 years ago. The same healthcare plan too. If it didn't work then, it won't work now.

Overcome your fear of change and open your hearts to unity and peace everyone (including all candidates)!

ps. to everyone who seems to think that Hillary is the innocent victim of last night's debate, think again. she has been attacking obama for weeks now and if you look at the "know the facts" section on his site, you will realize that she has been throwing accusations his way for a long time now. if you look at her fact check, you'll realize that obama started to retaliate two weeks ago…

Congratulations to Senator Obama on yet another endorsement. Perhaps some of the people leaving the more vitriolic comments above have spent a bit too long in the muck of politics as usual. I find Senator Obama truly inspiring. I imagine even the most jaded and divisive amongst us aren't blind to the magnitude of his intelligence and charisma. As my Mama for Obama says, living well is the best revenge. Continue to hold your head high Senator, but watch out for elbows.

Ready for some unity
Ever a hope-monger in NYC!

Are any of you Hillary supporters watching the news or reading the articles with your eyes closed??? You are blinded by some sort of belief that electing Hillary into office will be a positive change in the White House and cannot see the lies, mudslinging and dirty politics she plays. Come on people, it's been Bush or Clinton in the White House for 27 years!! It's time to do a serious house cleaning and get all of them out now!!

What the heck has Hillary done that puts her so far ahead of Obama in your minds besides being a president's wife and faking a tear In NH? She is and always will be 'politics as usual!'

Wake up - get educated about Obama and who he is as a person and a politician. He's a straight shooter who can and will bring about desperately needed change for our country. He's a family man, an honest man, a politician without all the BS!

Hillary could never bring about the kind of change Obama WILL when he is elected.

I agree with Rosemary and Bimmer. Obama is shallow and how will he work with the military? HRC! HRC for President!

go hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i endorse you..unite us

FROM A BRILLIANT WRITER FROM CANADA, ENJOY:

If the FIRST WOMAN president is to be elected, should it not be because she demonstrated to the voters that SHE was the BEST PERSON to do the job? As an INDEPENDENT Canadian WOMAN, watching the election process from Canada, I am left with the impression that the job "competition" you are holding, for the office of the president, is unfair. That the former president's involvement in his wife's campaign is excessive. I can not determine if it is Bill Clinton or his wife competing for the job, nor, who will be doing the job. When did two against one become a fair contest in the USA?

Is it really a VICTORY for women if the FIRST WOMAN PRESIDENT gets her job by riding on a powerful man's coat tails, or, through her special PERSONAL relationships with the boss or a man with more powerful connections? How much respect will she receive from the international community when she needs it if they all believe she only got her job through her connections and through an unfair competition

Rosemary Garza, please check your facts. I don't see how someone can be a bully, simply by defending his name from unwarranted and continued attacks.

Anyway, Obama truly is a man of integrity, and I am happy that many people are clear-minded enough to see his intentions, and recognize his vision for a country that isn't caught up in ruffian, partisan politics and twisted dishonesty.

Obama '08.

Obama needs to stay focused on his campaign message and don't get the mud with the Clintons. Whenever Obama is in a national setting, like a televised debate, he needs to quickly and forcefully refute false claims against him, however he needs stay focused on his campaign message. If the majority of Democrats vote for Hillary as the nominee in pite of your extraordinary inspiring national message then let it be. Obama needs to stay focused and crisp on his plans for the economy, national security, and immigration, because those topics will come up again especially in the California debate.

Obama just keep going on. Fighting with Bill and Hillary is counter-productive, not only to the Democratic party but for the country. Obama can't win getting dirty with the Clintons, especially Bill. Bill is a popular former president even though he has demonstrated the uncanny ability to lie convincingly.

Obama has to stay above the Clintons, sticking to the national issues and his message of change.

OBAMA in '08!

Rosemary, are you kidding? Are you paying attention! It is the Clintons who keep attacking Obama!! And itis Obama who is rising above her insulting politics. I think Hilary is STRICTLY running of her husband's popularity. I TOTALLY agree with Murry's comment. We,as a country, do not need the same old 'good old boys' mentality. It is time for a true change. And time for another 'First' in black history. GO OBAMA!!!!

Obama is not picking on Hillar.y I think her husband is the bully and she needs to fight her own battles. Michelle Obama is not engaging in this type of rift raft that clearly the Clintons started. If you can't take the heat get out of the kitchen.
By the way, Obama has every right to defend his record and any other lie that the Clintons are trying to throw at him. He is tryin gto bring the country together. he is not out there to win the Black, White , Spanish, or Asian vote for the moment.
He wants everyone to feel and have apart in his message.

My wife is 44 years old and this will be her first tme voting, this is my second time.

We are South Carolinians. That will be two more votes for Obama and for the futureof our chldren.

Great Endorsement…OBAMA got the NY Observer Endorsement as well…great job OBAMA!

Obama's presidency will only polarize this country. This is the opinion of many African Americans. It is too much to have GWB. This country has been divided between red and blue states. Should we have another "black" state? Let's keep in mind that Obama's speeches are made by professional political speech writers. These are paid individuals, and financially supported by political businessmen who are hoping to get appointments should he get elected. For people who want a Democrat at the WH, the only electable person is Hillary Clinton. Electing Obama will only help the Republicans to retain the White House. The Republicans will destroy Obama just like what they did to John Kerry.

I am having a hard time believing you people are ruling out Edwards who was the only voice of reason in the debate last night!
I do understand that the mudslinging of Obama and Clinton are more dramatic than the quiet man at the end who asked 'How is this helping?'
Since the last election Edwards has been out learning about the problems of this country and finding workable solutions
Democrats will continue to be a laughing stalk until we put someone up to run who is truly prepared to lead and not just add more "drama" to ours lives which already have too much!

I guess the Hilary supporters are looking forward to her crying again……

Notice how everyone's prized Televangilist (Obama) is getting nastier and nastier.
A trait he swore up and down he wouldn't stoop to?
Demonizing everyone around him…the great unifyer?

It's sad to see because I really believe he has great intentions…but, you can't just win on ideals…you have to be ready for reality…and the reality is…we have a divided country with radically opposite beliefs…and it takes a lot more than a good stump speech to inspire Washington to "Real Change"…Real change historically has taken lots of time and effort from many people…not just one.

He can inspire the citizens…great….but, a president is supposed to be a "Leader of Leaders" which includes the military and other world leaders.
That lack of understanding makes Obama a huge risk right now.

We don't need another "Captain Change the World" / Cowboy…we've had one of those for 7 years…didn't work out well.

We need a consistant, strong and stable president to deal with global damage control before we try radical change in Washington.

Hillary/Obama 08
Obama/Edwards 2016

Obama doesnt know what he is talking about. how and what changes he will bring? . I am not impressed. He started playing dirty politics and a man who doesnt respect women will not get my vote.

David,
Living in the White House or Governor's Mansion does not necessarily constitute experience. Obama has been in elective office since Hillary's days as the spouse and I am yet to be told of her experience. Defending your spouse over adultery is not the kind of experience that we need. The Clintons had their chance and it is time they moved on. Their incessant ambition to rescue a lost legacy of sex, money, and corruption will ruin the Demcoratic party. Hillary lacks the judgement to be the president. She will divide this country like no president has ever done! She rarely inspires, never optimistic, and sees conspiracy everywhere. Obama is the best among the three candidates that we have.

I have one other thing to say-the American people may be ready to elect a woman president however the world is not ready to be led by a woman. Can you imagine Hillary Clinton trying to persuade the leaders of Islamic countries to do something. These people keep their women at home covered in black garb. Imagine how much respect Hillary Clinton is going to get when she tries to make an argument on behalf of the American people and even more so when she takes her husband along who can't keep his pants on to save himself. International heads of state snicker at people like Bill Clinton. What a combination.

Great Job Obama, Hillary is a well ok . I will take the high road. I was going to vote for Hillary until, the debate last night. I do not like how she treated Obama. She was extremely rude and harsh. There was no reason for her to react in such a negative tone. Be carefull Hillary and Bill ( the majority of us did not think Bill was the first Black Pres ) I actually think that was a joke that got out of hand. I just want African-American not to think that they have to vote for the "master". We don't have to do that anymore. It is ok now, you can let that go. Think for yourself. We are not on the plantation anymore (eventhough, it may seem that way in some areas of the USA). I am not

We should be fair and let the best candidate win.

Good luck, nice people of S.C

The first rock was thrown by the Clintons and sadly it worked. I applaud Barrack for defending his record. However, I do think Barrack's campaign needs to work on more crisp responses to these strategic attacks. Defend but don't stay where they want you to stay Barrack…keep inspiring us to be better than politics as usual!

President Clinton is one of the best political speakers of this generation I must admit. However, his fake anger is laced with half truths that have always left me with the question…why can't I completely trust this guy? Hillary, far less capable a speaker, uses the same rhetoric and tone that reminds me of the 90's all over again…and that was painful. Change has to come from both sides of the isle if we are going to reclaim our country from Bush-Clinton politics.

Congrats Senator Obama, it is unfortuante the campaigns bring the nasty out in people. Keep your head high and your thoughts true. You can do this, many around the world are behind you.

Rosemary Garzma should be ashamed to write that pittiful blog about how mean it is to say bad things about Hillary. (Why becaue shes a women)

WAKE UP Rosemary, she is running for President, you seemed to be ashamed of what her hubby Past President Bill is saying, well tell Hillary to marry a real man.

She is in the race or not. It is not about being a women, a man, an ethnic group, a religious group etc. It is about finally saying we are one and mean that we are one.

Go Obama go

Hillary represents the best in the democratic tradition - Franklin Delano Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy and Woodrow Wilson. Obama is not a Democrat, he is a Republican - inexperienced, flamboyant without substance, peddling hope that contains nothing and obviously belonging to the genius of the below average. He is everything un-American. A vote for Obama is to devastate the Democratic Party of Great American Presidents. The Republicans want him to be the nominee because he certainly will get clobbered by any Republican nominee specially McCain or Romney. So, go Hillary go, for the survival of America and the democratic tradition of excellence.

Advantage Obama,

The theme of what Obama conveys means more than the rhethoric of experience and claims of knowledge that Hillary often atempts to express. It's understandable that hillary aspires to be the president but we must consider her motivation for wanting the job. Is it because she wants the title as the first female president, or because she want to prove to her spouse that she can do it, or perhaps she's just power hungry. In either case she would be doing it for all the wrong reasons. Personally, I commend Hillary for her ambition however I doubt that she will be able to rouse Americans enough to build cohesion among the races, which America is made of. Furthermore, America needs a good shock in order to revitalize the economy. Citizens have been overlooked and misled by presidents who placed their own agendas ahead of theirs, and those presidents have sold Americans out by shipping jobs overseas and even granting favors to their friends. Hillary will continue along that same path if elected, she has already demonstrated that she is experienced with the failing policies. Never again will the likes of George W be granted such trust. In the nearly eight years that he has held office, we only have memories of his poor leadership. 9/11 was a pivotal moment in American lives and Bush failed, he failed again in Lousiana when Katrina devastated the state. He was the leader of the nation and he shifted the blame to state officials who were caught in the middle of the event themselves. Then of course there is Iraq. what a pathetic display of leadership to Americans and the entire world. America has been handicapped by bad policies, poor leadership, and unimaginative thinking for many decades now. Presidents have come and gone without doing a single thing to push the nation together. The causes of America effects every American and I don't think it 's necessaray for the media to point out that which is obvious. Obama is black, Edwards is white, and Hillary is a white woman, we know this because we see that with our own eyes. The best candidate for America is possibly the best perscription for America's woes. RX. Obama Give it to America for four years or longer. Cahnge is good, embrace it.

the decision is easy.

Obama can win the general election (probably against McCain), but Hillary cannot. A vote for Hillary is a vote for four more years with a republican president.

OUCH

Obama is no unifier, any more than Hillary. He is an active member of a black separatist church (why doesn't he disavow the Trinity Church;s black separitist, African-centric creed?), he is close friends with a Farakhan loving Pastor, he has taken money from his corrupt Chicago buddies, and he is been on the attack from day 1 in this campaign - he is no unifier, he has half the country despising him, who see through his empty words promising the Americans anything. Look at his record in the illinois legislature and US Senate -he was either absent or abstained from voting ("present") on any controversial bill-"gutless" is not the same a "unifier". Now he is a crybaby "The Clintons are picking on me, Moma"-grow up, Obama, you are in the big leagues now and you can expect far worse from the Republicans if you happen to be nominated.

Senator Obama is a great communicator, but I do not believe he is a unifier. He has not demonstrated that in any of his actions. He attacks as much as Hillary does. The difference is that people are not accustomed to having a strong woman defend her position or utilize offensive strategies to make her point. So you immediately demonize her. How well we know this game. She is a strong, capable, experienced woman who will speak her mind and if attacked will defend herself. She is presidential material and will stand up for what she believes. We ask this of any candidate, why not her. Regarding endorsements, they did not help Obama in Nevada, because it is each individual American who must decide for themselves. Hillary values each individual and makes sure that they are not invisible to her. VOTE for HILLARY…you will not regret it!

Obama could be some day the right man, but not now! His speech is empty! He is a nice man! But that's not enough to be a president of the United States.

I have supported Obama's candidacy and believe he is the right person for the Presidency. After the last debate, I will not vote for Hilary IF she takes the nomination. There is too much at stake for our country and I would like to see someone who can work across different groups. I am not pleased with her attitude towards Obama. We need all branches of government to work together and she has demonstrated to be divisive. Although she is very accomplished, I do not believe she has demonstrated integrity and when is pressured, her negative attributes will interfere with her ability to take responsibility as a leader and work with both Democrats and Republicans. She is going after Obama and trying to rattle him and it is unfortunate that she continues to go there and push him to respond. It is political game playing and the Clintons are pushing beyond acceptable limits. Party loyalists may not allow Obama to take the nomination, which is sad because so many independents and even Republicans are willing to vote for him. This is so marginalizing for people who do not care about party politics and who are just trying to live their American dream.

It is people like Mr. Proche who say things about 'another Muslim in the White House' that truly concerns me. It's scary that people actually believe such foolishness. Once again - get educated about the facts on Obama!

It is to bad that this has been allowed to become a race issue. We cannot elect a presdident based on a small core following. With the critical issues facing us we need a president that is well versed on policy etc. Obama is not that person. He lacks the substance that is greatly needed.

NY City newspaper the NEW YORK OBSERVER has endorsed Obama. I bet Hillary will be annoyed about a paper in her own backyard endorsed him.

Endorsements means absolutely nothing just like how Obama failed to win with his mega union the Culinary Workers.

As an independent, this is shaping up to an Obama v McCain battle. I do want our country to move forward in a positive light. These two appear to be real agents of change and not simply padding their resume.

I am wondering why there isn't more coverage and discussion of the relationship between Obama and Rezko. It seems important since Rezko is going to trial on charges of fraud, extortion and money laundering and the fact that he has contributed $168,000 to Obama. It seems like a large amount of money to give someone when Obama claims he only did a few hours of work for Rezko. Also what happened with the house deal that Obama got. Apparently he paid $300,000 below the asking price for the house after Rezko's wife purchased the lot next door. So, why isn't the media looking into this?

Yesterday Hillary received an endorsement from the United Farm Workers of Salinas Valley. I haven't seen any news about that. If you have noted that here, I missed it. Your unfair pro-Obama bias is turning millions of people off of CNN and off of Barack Obama.

Congratulations Barack! You've got my vote this Saturday in S.C.

To all the negative Hillary supporters (because some really do support her and are not just showing their prejudice against Obama more voters have said if she wins they will vote for McCain or not vote at all me being one of them. Explain how she unites us in the end it is not going to happen this time. The status-quo is to get behind whoever the party nominates we don't agree with that anymore. I see why there are a lot of people switching to independent and if Hillary wins no more being a democrat for me I do not enjoy dirty politics for any reason. I don't want to be like the people who voted for President Bush only a few have stuck with him in spite of all his mistakes the rest of them fled like cowards. The same thing will happen to Hillary if she wins you are all for her now but what happens when she gets in and disappoints you, are you still going to support her or jump ship?

Endorement are nice but do they really matter. What you know about a candidate is the important issue here. Obama's solutions for the issues facing Americans are carbon copies of the other candidates play book. His voting record in the US Senate is not that great. In 2007 out of 433 votes he was absent for 175. The Illinois people placed him in the Senate to be their voice and he out campaigning more then being there.(source GOVTRACK.ORG ) Hillary Clinton missed 117. in 2007. Hillary miss a total of 143 out 2394 since 2001. Her job approval rate is 60% . The average is 53%. Obamas been in the senate 2yrs. and he has missed 177, out of 1068 ( since Jan 6, 2005.) They done even state his approval rate. I believe Obamas major goal is to be president and everything he has done in the past was done to get him there. I don"t believe he is ready for that role , he has yet to prove he is.

Hillary Clinton is the absolute worst choice to be our president. She has no idea how to build bridges.. Senator Obama at least is making an effort. He understands that great ideas come from many different sides…not just Democratic or Republican. He is smart and articulate. We need a person who can make peace, build bridges and get the job done. He has a a pretty clean record..unlike Hillary..and look who she is married to..the scandal king. I don't want him back in the White House hitting on the help.

I also think it is pathetic that the Clintons are so desparate to win they will say anything and do anything. The double teaming of Senator Obama is a new low even for them. Bill wants a 3rd term and Hillary is all about the power. If the Democrats don't wake up and see her for what she is..a power hungry morally bankrupt politician..they will get exactly what they deserve in Novemeber…a Republican president.

Is it a surprise???
Mr. Obama, you claimed to be a Uniter? Are you? You can not even unite your own party. You divided us as a nation more than ever.
- We're color blind. Stop telling us your "true" color.
- We're color blind but we're not deaf. Stop shouting but if you do, we need to hear real issue, real solution.
- We're color blind but we're not brainless. Stop defend yourself. We need the leader to defend us.
After all, you're no different than them (the politics). You're ONE of them.
Blah, blah, blah ….Vote for me.

There is no single presidential candidate that can unify this country. We are a stubborn group of people split down the middle on our opinions and views. And not one single person will change that this year. Instead, I look at which candidate can help us globally, as I feel that President Bush has lost a lot of the good will that we have around the globe. I believe that Hillary Clinton is the best candidate because Bill Clinton did a great job at building global relations when he was President. I believe a Clinton white house could once again help our relations globally, which we will need for the future. It is amazing how many people forget how well our country was when the Clinton's were in office. Bill's econcomic policies were great for this country, as was his leadership. I believe Hillary represents the same core values as her husband, which can only be good for this country. So, despite her funny laugh, she will get my vote. At this moment in time, she's the only candidate in the field that has the experience to do something to turn us around in the right direction.

For the all the criticisms of Hillary Clinton's divisiveness and partisanship, I would vote for her over Obama any day. I know what she stands for, she's not afraid to play the political game, and she's a REALIST. Obama has a nice track record of no-stance "present" votes in the legislature and does not seem willing to explain them. I can't vote for someone who won't do that. He criticises K Street and vested interests in Washington DC, but does he honestly believe that he can ignore them if he is elected to office. Lobbies, pressure groups, etc. are all a part of modern democracy, and whoever does not believe that is unfortunately naive. Obama has nice rhetoric on the power (audacity) of hope. But hope ain't gonna lead the world or help him survive as president. But a woman who knows how to manoeuvre the snares and tangles of Washington politics can!

No More Clintons and Bushes

HILLARY IS THE BEST ……..SHE GOT MY VOTE….SHE IS ALL PUMPED UP….YES WE WILL!!!!!!!

I have been a die hard democrat for 35 years voting the party line 100% of the time. If Bill and Hillary win the nomination, I WILL VOTE REPUBLICAN FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MY LIFE.

Here we go again with the Obama threatening to vote republican if he does not win. Okay, stomp your feet and throw your tantrums. Vote for a republican. That will certainly show everybody!! What a bunch of childish, whining crybabies. I dont support Obama, but if should win the nomination, I'll vote for him. Better him than a republican!

Who cares about a newspaper endorsing Obama, it shows how easily mislead they are….Obama's message is empty & has no substance…He is acting like a spoiled bully & using the race card…if he thinks the Clintons are rough on him ,if he is the nominee just wait until the GOP gets through with him they don't care how much he cries & whines the Clyburn or the news media, they will rip him apart. He is such cry baby and he has divided the voters in SC with the race card mess…I will not vote in the General Election if he is the nominee or vote for the GOP candidate depending on who it is…Vote Edwards or Clinton on 1-26-08 in the Democratic primary….

HAHAHAHAHAH!!!!! BILLARY!!!! That says it in a nutshell!! America wake up….Hillary Clinton is not Bill Clinton. Bill had his opportunity to guide your country through some tough and frankly strange times in American history. He did a fairly good job at winning the hearts of the majority of the public worldwide but unfortunately he had his time at the helm…and its over. Thank you Bill for your commendable servirce. NOW Hillary on the other hand is is about as divisive and partisan is they come!! Do you all Really think Hillary or BILLARY can really unite your country which by the way is a TWO PARTY system with loyal supporters devoted to each?? Whatever you may think of Bush….Hillary is no different she's the flip side of the same coin!!!

With that being said, can you end the BUSH-CLINTON-BUSH-and potentially CLINTON dynasty and vote for someone with Vision, Morality an ability to end the partisan divisiveness??? OBAMA CAN DO IT!!! Believe it or not the choices you make in this election not only affect your country but they also have the eyes of the world glued to the constant coverage and HOPE that you will make the right desicion in choosing a LEADER for the future of a once great country. OBAMA, CAN and WILL have an amazing following of people ready to unite behind the common purpose of moving FORWARD…..TOGETHER. Don't you get it????

PS Please do not let race or gender dominate this election……Remember MLK…JUDGE BY THE CONTENT OF THEIR CHARACTER….OBAMA embodies that
and that my friends…… is just the tip of the "iceberg" as we say up here.

If i was american i should like to vote Hillary. I´m portuguese. So, I hope the americans vote with head and not with heart.

Yeah vote for republican if Obama doesn't get nomination. Why don't you just not vote. You guys whine as much as he does. Then when you vote republican and you get another Bush don't coming crying. you will get what you deserve.

Stay strong Barack! Thanks for setting a great example of leadership and dignity for everyone! Wishing you the best!

If Hillary dropped out of the race, I would back Edwards…otherwise I wouldn't bother voting. It's scary enough that we have had some diehard Christians running this country for ages…I have no interest in seeing what a Muslim would do.

Barack came out of nowhere, he doesn't have the experience…I just can't shake the feeling that this guy is putting on a huge front….and obviously he's getting all the Black votes and some women apparently have a crush on him…why is beyond me. At my caucus in Iowa, 90% of his supporters were black. Hillary had the most diverse group of supporters: white, black, men and women at an even ratio. Hillary has spent 8 years in the White House. She's smart, she's tough and she knows the ropes. She also has a history of making a definite attempt to bring health care to all the citizens of this country. This is a time when we need her.

The State paper in SC is a joke. I live here, I know. Sure there only reason for endorsement is because this conservative paper does not want a Hillary Clinton in office. It won't work. She is the best choice for America.

Senator Obama campaign and victory will be won by the youth of America.
They have witnessed the "old,tried and tired" politics which has totally destroyed and divided our country. People are just plain sick of it. Senator Clinton has shown her true colors, voting with Bush on war issues,immigration,etc. We the People do not just want change. WE DEMAND CHANGE !!! I just pray this movement will overflow into the up coming congress and senitorial races. The incumbents and the people who plan to run have been forewarned.