Obviously, once again the democrats are perfecting the fine art of the circular firing squad. I voted for Obama in Iowa, but I have respect for Hillary. The press seems to favor Obama and McCain. Hillary is seen as part of a team of crooks. McCain got where he is because he is a statesman? McCain in a speech, along with the whinning Lieberman, describes hot spots all around the world. Are we heading for a multi-front war from the tip of Africa to South America. If Obama runs against McCain the Republican Race/Hate machine will rev up to high gear. McCain will disavow these tactics while all the while reaping the benefits of hate and bigotry. (After all Reagan perfected the art of soft-core bigotry, the sly wink and nod towards Jim Crow and the Stars and Bars.)
My wife believes we will get what we deserve. If we get McCain I dare say we will pay with deah and debt for his delusions of empire. (Think Rome and the legions spread thin.)

Although Hillary is the one suppositly running for President, her husband is the one campaigning. This man sold technology to other countries that poses a serious threat to this Country.

Whats wrong with people this is not a game. This is serious. The media makes mockery of this whole campaign.

Bill Clinton should not only be allowed back in the White House, he has no right to praticipate in our governing process. HE IS A SERIOUS THREAT TO THIS COUNTRY ! ! !

No felon is allowed to even vote. WHERE IN THE LAW IS HE EXCLUDED?

This man was impeached! How in the name of common sence is this man allowed to determine who will be the most important leader in the world! ! !?

The fact that she, Hillary Clinton is married to this thing should automatically disqualify her.

WAKE UP PEOPLE THIS IS A SERIOUS SITUATION.

Hillary and Bill are only in this for them selves. They don’t care about us, the Democrat Party or respect the office of the Presidency. They will do anything to regain the office, even circumventing the laws of our land which limits a Presidency to two terms. Think about it, they will be back in the White House for four or eight more years.. Do we really want that? Also, Bill disrespected the office while president and is doing so now by his personal attacks on Obama. His comments on Obama has been child like and unbecoming a former President. Hillary nor the Democratic Party has any control over him. So, what makes everyone think he will respect the office once back in the White House again. Basically, he will try to regain the White House from Hillary unless she can control him which she has been unable or unwilling to do thus far.

Obama needs to get out of the mud fight with them and return to the issues and his vision of the future for our great nation.

JoAnn in Florida

Isn't that Jeb Bush Country? Likely why your voting for Obama
the Candidate whom the Republicans can beat and rip apart….hence put them in office…..So you must be a Republican, yes?

Politics have always been dirty. Negative campaigns are called smear campaigns for a reason.

If Obama can't take the criticisms and/or distortions, he should just drop out. Other politicians have created worse campaigns. And… it's not as if he never created a smear campaign. Who is he to call the kettle black? I dare say, pure hypocrisy.

He says that he's bringing something new. Something fresh. What does he mean by that? When he says he wants to implement tougher measures to fight crime, how would he go about it? Is he pro-lethal injection? Pro-choice or Pro-life? Or maybe, he'll just vote present every single time.

Me and my team are former Sen Obama supportes now supporting Sen Clinton and the reason why is because Sen Obama and his team continues to play the race card. We finally realized that he has no issues accept for being a proud black man and making history.

It was his team that started the race card. When Oprah Windfrey a former Clinton supporter went on national TV and said I am proud today to announce my endorcement of an Afican American candidate and a proud black man for President. I will do everything I can do to help him make history and beocme the first African American President. Nothing about his cridentials in the endorcement.

Then it was Collin Powell on Fox stating we could see history being made because an African American man may become President and I am proud of him for that. Again nothing about his cridentials.

Then the republicans started adding fuel to the fire Hannity on is talk show talking about the Clinton's playing the race card, Bennet on CNN during the Nevada primary talking about how the Clintons are playing the race card. All knowing that if the keep it alive the African American community leaders will run with it.

Today on MSNBC was another African American leader attacking the Clinton's on playing the race card and how when it comes to the primary the African community will not forget and will rise up against the Clintons and there so call black President Bill. And if she wins the African American community will remember then. Again playing right into the republicans hands. I want to remind the African American community there are more white voters in America then African American.

I have read and listened to African Amercan leaders stat that it was the Clinton's that strarted the race war to take advantage of the election. Are you crazy? What ever would the white Clinton's gain by making the African American community angry? Sen Clinton had over 70% of the African American vote rpior to the Obama team starting the race war. Since it has started she now only has 17% of the African American vote so do you really think they gained by starting this. Look at the team that gained and you will see who started it. Obama's team played the African American people like a fiddle and they followed right along. EVIL

Lets vote on issues not whos African American, White, Female or anything else. Just vote on issues please and right now Sen Clinton has the best plan for the issues followed by Sen Edwards. I have not heard any issues lately for Sen Obama except his color.

Obama's issues are better than Hillary

My husband and I have always planned to vote for Obama. We decided last nite to vote for him or not vote at all. We will never vote for Hillary. The Clintons are dividing this party and this country. Please wake up democrats, we had the wind at our backs until Hillary got started with the lies and tears. Haven't we had enough of this. I pray we end the Bush-Clinton sagas.

Hillary has a lots of friends, and they will vote for her.
CNN let's Hillary's friend see their comment too. I only see Obama's friends comments. PLEASE CNN let me see my comments.

Gloria B

I cannot believe it!! a few emails for Hillary
give me a break!! Hillary has a lots friends that will vote for her. This web is only for Obama friends. PLEASE CNN be neutral. Let's Hillary friends see their comments too.
Gloriab

I, too, am tired of all the bickering and negative comments about each of these two candidates. However, it is not THEIR bickering I am tired about; it's the public's!

You're all falling into the news media's traps to "sell news" instead of looking at the candidates themselves in their campaigns/debates and what they see as real issues and what needs to be done. They, like every American, have the right to speak their minds, and, we, as voters, have the right to believe what they say or not ,as well as comment on what they say. There is an awful lot of negativity emitting in the previous comments, and, it appears that it is the "people" that are ruining the Democratic party….not the candidates.

There are 700 plus post on this article; I read most and skimmed over the others. Talk about negative, angry feelings and thoughts!
If these post are representative of the U.S. population, no wonder America is sinking. What politicians say and do to get elected is what gets them elected. Grant you most of it, if not all, is stretched to the point of utter nonsense; however could they get elected if they told the American people the truth about each other, and what they can or can not do once elected…. Doubt it!!

Would it be better if we for once apply our energy and minds to the goal of getting what we need and deserve from our government? Like economic stability for all Americans. I feel that if my earnings would just keep up with my needs, not wants, I could afford to take care of myself. Then, the government would not have to worry about my well being. Our leaders could work on things like ending the war, securing our borders, gaining oil independence, repair our countries infrastructure, regulating foreign imports, educating our children and on, and on, and on…

We can’t change history, and history should not predicate the future, but it does and will.

Oh! the Clinton!!! Don't you just love to see them not return to the White House?
They are reminiscence of all things old. Behold America, let 's start something new, let's turn the page on old politics, let's end the Bush-Clinton family rotation to the White House and let's all restart on a new footage.

All Obama Lovers,

R U Sure of this guy? Which country he was living in for last 10-15 years. Oh may be in Indonesia.

To Bill and Chris,
Canada does want Hillary to win. We want someone who can bring the USA back to it's former glory and that's Hillary. Obama is like electing Oprah. All talk. No substance.

How nice to have an ex-president husband who can do your dirty work for you while you take yourself off to New Jersey and walk the "high ground." Bill Clinton, by virtue of his previous office, has the chance to say and do anything he likes–usually wanting the media to capture his gaffs and then throwing a fit when the media report what he's said. I'm wondering if he isn't running for president himself. Who, exactly, will be in charge if Hillary gets into the White House?

Also, why does Hillary keep touting her experience. The big move she made was to get health insurance coverage for folks when Bill was in office, and we all know what a failure she was there, mostly because she cannot "work and play well with others."

Is Obama perfect, or even close? No. On the other hand, I think that old saying about "Better the devil you know than the devil you don't know" is one that can lead people into disaster. It did when people re-elected Baby Bush.

As I read these comments it becomes increasing evident that the comments supporting Obama are both immature and fatuous. This is why Hillary will win the nomination – the smart people are getting their facts elsewhere. You Obama supporters on this page are talking to yourselves (and Republicans).

In spite of all the "dissing" back and forth in the debate, it was obvious that Obama was "back on his heels" when asked to answer anything substantive. As time goes on his lack of qualifications for the job will become more evident. And he will continue to distract the media and his audiences with "Clinton bashing" and/or bland "Change" chants that no one can disagree with.

Bye, Bye!

HILLARY WHO? I THOUGHT SLIPPERY WILLY WAS RUNNING.

I want to know:

- How is Hillary going to stop the losses of American jobs to overseas competition when she favors outsourcing and has brought the #1 outsourcer of US jobs to India into New York?

- How would Hillary encourage the return of manufacturing to America – we don't make a TV, a DVD player, a computer, or even a darn video game anymore.

- How will Hillary end the war? She claims to be opposed to it, but is on record as saying we may be there for "decades".

- Why does Bill Clinton speak for her over and over again? Why can't she speak to us herself?

The more I watch what is happenning, the more I pray to God that Obama is the winner of the convention. I have come to the conclusion that It would be better to support a Republican like McCain or Huckabee than to further support any efforts of the Clintons. They (especially Bill) seem to desire this presidency a little too much, and are willing to do whatever it takes to get it. It makes me reconsider all of the conspiracy stories I remember hearing from republicans about them during their administration (ones I thought at the time were rediculous), but now I see behavior and decisions on their part that make me reconsider.

I am a self-employed white male, age 35, liberal, widower with 1 child, registered Democrat currently living in Texas, but I will vote Republican or abstain from voting if Hillary is the Nominee. I will also encourage my fellow constituents to do the same. I cannot in good conscience support the very kind of behavior that we so desperately wish to leave behind in politics. We are better than that. We deserve better. It is by far time that we have a much higher bar in politics.

"they will vote Republican for the first time in their lives. You know what–if you do that, it means the machine wins and you no longer count. "
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Just like the "terrorists win" if we don't fight the war? Wasn't that line great, too?

Honest Abe January 24, 2008 11:38 am ET

Hey, Everybody:
A lot of people here are saying that if Hillary gets the nomination, they will vote Republican for the first time in their lives. You know what–if you do that, it means the machine wins and you no longer count. How about do what I"m doing–if Hillary wins the nomination, I will REFUSE TO VOTE for the first time in my life.

Don't be forced to vote for someone you don't believe in. Just don't vote.

In fact, the more people who don't vote the better. It's all crooked anyway. I think maybe the only way for us to take our democracy back is by refusing to vote.

Think about it.
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Abe, not voting means you'd be indifferent … I could not stand idle by. My family and I would do whatever we can to stop the travesty of a Billary ticket (Would they actually select a photo-op 'vice' president ?)

I fought against King George II from day one … and it was difficult in 2000 because of the Clinton scandals. In 2004 the doctrin of fear won against the obvious and another run for the Royal Billaries will burn another general election for the Democrats.
No, I would vote against Billary, I would contribute to the opponent's campaign and I would put up signs in my yard for the opponent's campaign !

Frank

Bill Clinton is doing a great diservice to both his wife's poliltical campaign as well as the Democratic party in general. His rants present an angry, often irrelevant individual lashing out at all who don't see it his way. The new Team Clinton hardball tactics will ultimately fail because they only reinforce the American's public's fears about their lack of character. The American people are ready for a new brand of leadership and the Clinton's are utilizing an out of date playbook.

Hey, Everybody:
A lot of people here are saying that if Hillary gets the nomination, they will vote Republican for the first time in their lives. You know what–if you do that, it means the machine wins and you no longer count. How about do what I"m doing–if Hillary wins the nomination, I will REFUSE TO VOTE for the first time in my life.

Don't be forced to vote for someone you don't believe in. Just don't vote.

In fact, the more people who don't vote the better. It's all crooked anyway. I think maybe the only way for us to take our democracy back is by refusing to vote.

Think about it.

This woman started all kinds of crap within her own party, most senior democrats don't want her back in office and they are backing Obama. Yet she expects us to believe republicans will work with her? HA!

Talk about a fairy tale!

They will stonewall her just to protest her bing in office. We will have a stagnant Congress and Senate for her term. There will be absolutely no change in anything, because the government won't do anything except spend millions investigating the Clinton's for 4 years.

ANYONE BUT HILLARY '08

Sam You really are on your high horse this morning aren't you? Hillary is back campaigning hard in South Carolina after a 2 day break in some other states. Same thing as what Obama did during the Nevada campaign when he took a break and campaigned in California in hopes of snagging some of Hillary's women voters. And by the way, of course you'll vote Republican because you are a registered Republican on here just trying to brainwash the Democratic voters.

For all who support the idea that Obama's remarks are taken out of context. look at his video in his own words, stating he is for pricating social security, which he now denies. Hillary at least votes, whether or not we agree with the vote, she just doesn't show up present. Hillary and Bill haters seem to forget or ignore the prosperity they had under Clinton and how these same people voted for a President who lied to us to go to war. Clinton's affair didn't take the lives of our brave men and women and innocent people, nor squander the Clinton surplus.Hate is a very strong word that so called morally people should refrain from using in this manner. Put the blame where it belongs and don't use Hillary as a scapecoat.

Didn't G W Bush stand as a unifier not a divider?

Look where that got us!!

Sen. Obama better buckle up!! Whoever gets the dem. nomination is going to see attack ads that will make the 2004 "swift-boating" of Sen. Kerry look like childs play.

Sen. Obama lost in NH because he could not get the "youth" vote to the polls. It's not the Clintons fault.

Sorry Omar Norfolk VA, Obama does not have Clinton's back against the wall. She's the one with the initiative right now, and ads like this are what's making it possible. Which is too bad. If I ever had any thoughts of voting for Hillary, this last incident cured me.

At the same time, Obama needs to grow a pair and start hitting back. She's Hillary Clinton for crying out loud, the job is almost done for you. You don't even need to run fictional ads, just run with the truth – Iraq War, NAFTA, you know the drill. Then run that ad again and again until your propaganda machine is heard as much as hers is. No one's asking you to lie, but if you won't fight back for what you believe in how do you expect us to vote for you?

Go Hilary……………….And take Bill with you!

January 23, 2008 4:12 pm ET
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I am getting the same feeling – sick, tired and angry – when I read about the politics of Bill and Hillary, much the same way I do whenever I read about the politics of GW Bush. Anyone else like that? That is a bad sign. Clinton = Bush. Let's vote to change the political climate. Please make Obama the democratic nominee.

Why waiting moderation?

The only candidate out there still talking about the issues, is the man everyone seem to regard as an afterthought! I for one am sick and tired of hearing nothing but the petty bickering between Clinton and Obama. I don't care who said what or who said it first, it still takes two to argue (or 3 if you include Bill).
Let these two self implode and vote for the man who will really unite this country and pick us up out of this depression (both economic and emotional). Vote for JOHN EDWARDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HILLARY DOESNT CARE ABOUT ANYBODY BUT HER FAMILIES POLITICAL EGO AND DYNASTY.

Listen up Democrats! This is EXACTLY what the Republcan party wants! Divide and conquer! As the saying goes lately…."Divided we fail"….Even Karl Rove, remember him, is giving Obama hints of how to beat Hillary Clinton in the primaries…..why? Because the Republicans will be able to beat Obama…..think about that! We don't want another 4 years of Republican idiocracy…..do we?

REALITY CHECK! Hillary doesn't care about SC. She only showed up for the debate & has been long gone – Leaving negative tv ads & 'The Hatchet' Bill smearing Obama in the media. Sounds like an honorable Presidential candidate???? If Hillary is the best the Dems can do, they can't do. Will be voting Republican.

My theory: I believe the Clintons had this whole Presidential race planned before Pres. Clinton left office. In his disgraceful moment with that White House Aide, he lost it. He lost the power to think for himself as soon as he got caught. No woman in her right mind would stand by her man without some sort of retribution! Hillary Clinton got hers. She must have told him that since he wanted to act like a man of dishonor he should use his talents to work for her! So what did she do? She established herself a seat in Washington. She sent Bill out to the area that would do her the most good and get the votes she needs….Harlem. What better way to work up some votes than to put him to work for her and gather as much African American votes as possible! Next, she decides to run for the Presidency. Mystery is solved. I think not. Plan is more like it. Of course he does care about getting out there and campaigning for her. He had better. He owes her big time. I call it shrewd and cunning on her part. Is she really willing to work for the people like she says? I think not. It is all about power. Here is a woman scorned in front of all the world to see. She needs to get her dignity back and what better way than to make him work for her. One problem came up. Barack Obama. She did not count on an African American running against her. So what does she do?She pulls the race card on Obama that way the eyes are off of what she really did….put the former president of the US out on front street.

GO HILLARY GIVE THE WIMP SOME OF HIS OWN MEDICINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HE CANNOT HANDLE THE TRUTH!!!! YOU ARE THE REAL DEAL, I AM BEHIND YOU ALL THE WAY AND OBVIOUSLY ACCORDING TO THE POLLS A LOT OF OTHER PEOPLE ARE TO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HILLARY 2008

Enough already! All Obama and Clinton are doing is helping the Republican Party. It's about time they both stopped acting like children. Let's talk about the issues and stop with the stupidity. I'm getting to the point of hoping Al Gore or Michale Blumburg decide to run,. We need someone who isn't going to go around like those two.

We all know what Hillary's back room is doing and has been doing. Digging up the floor of Obama's house and making mud to sling. She was saving this for the GOP, but she was loosing. A little tear and finding her voice, mix some mud, get Bill into it and now we have a war. Sounds like Bush's war to me.

"Am I confused, or wasn't it under a democratic president in the 90s we had a balanced budget, surplus (strongest economy in 40 years) and the U.S. had great foreign relations?"

You are confused, because the president you're thinking of was a Republican, and his name was Ronald Reagan. He took a defecit and economy in a recession from Jimmy Carter, when we had gas lines and Carter was on TV telling everybody to turn their heat down and wear a sweater, and turned it into a thrivnig economy with a balanced budget and a surplus, inside of his 8 years.

And don't forget that we also had the strongest military under Reagan. American hostages were held for months during the Carter years. Hostages were given back the day Reagan took office, and we had no threats of terrorism or attacks against us, period, under Reagan. Clinton made huge cuts to the military budget, and weakend the military considerably from what it was during the Reagan years. Wonder why we've been attacked over and over again since?

I have to agree here with the posters who have a head on their shoulders.

Clinton has a right to challenge Obama's record. And he hasnt been shy about challenging hers.

We look at the candidates and see what who would do a better job. I am wholy convinced Clinton would.

Politicians dont just wave a magic wand and get bi partisan agreements. If Obama could make the HONEST case he could get the job done better than Clinton, I would vote for him.

Calling Obama 'CLEAN' and Clinton 'DIRTY' is probably the dumbest and most naive thing I read on these boards. They are ALL dirty, no matter what 'Honest Al ' platform they are trying to sell.

I am a family man with a wife and daughter. I dont care about all this song and dance. I dont care if Obama claims he is the great Uniter. I dont care if Bill was president before. All I care about is my family . I care about the ecomony , ending the war in Iraq , and restoring our image across the world.

Is this too much to ask?

Obviously by majority of these posts…EDUCATION should be at the front of the debate.
Being so easily swayed by media spinning and bias reporting and the simple minded comments that are spewed is examples of political garbage at it's best.
If a comment or statement disturbs you and you decide to change your political party, then you weren't committed to that party to begin with.
And to see the right winged extremist comment here to take advantage of your weakness is actually entertaining and a comedian or the host of a talk show would be a fool not to use many of these comments as material for their JOKES.
THINK AMERICA!!!

Hillary should be ashamed. It's just another case of making a play on words. I am no Obama fan, but his words about Reagan were true, and completely taken out of context for political gain. All he was saying is that REagan was a transformational figure in politics at the time. He simply was pointing out the Reagan had enough political savy to push his agendas through, created the Reagan Democrats, and moved the nation in a way that strongly supported him and his policies.

He never suggested that these policies were good, just that REagan was successful getting them through, and that for whatever reason or another, Reagan seemed to transcend politics.

Bill and Hillary are up to old tricks, and in my opinion highly lacking in ethic. I voted for Bill twice, and for a democrat in just about every other election on the national, state and local level. But after that display the other night, it leaves me wanting for an independent. (no Mr. Dobbs, your rants had nothing to do with that, I still think you are a big fat bag of hot air)

Hillary is polarizing, and in my opinion once again, not the right figure for what we need. Many people absolutely loathe her, and I am starting to fall in that camp as well.

Obama is not off the hook either. I still have yet to hear any substance from either of them, but he is all about fancy speeches and "inspiration" His big time senate endorsments is just an indicator of the boys club in the senate, and all of those clowns trying to forecast who will be the winning ticket.

Edwards, although I just don't see his policies as practical, is the only one that actually tells us his policies. The repubicans are absolute joke this go around, but members of my party should think long and hard before they pull that lever, and examine their motives before they do.

Clinton needs to examine herself and promote herself not attack another candidate just because he has the poll lead in SC. I hear alot that she is saying about Obama but not much positive about herself. She reminds me of the current administration that uses fear and manipulation to lead the country.

hello america!! I hear the call of hope and hope itself in Obama but what does he truly bring to the plate? Present with no true stance? You all judge the clintons on their past mistakes with no forgiveness but yet obama sold and did drugs (his book) he has worked with rescor who is now under indictment. The Clintons have made the same mistakes many people have and had maintained there didnity but you all seem to forget. The economy was great and there were jobs for all. NAFTA was a remant that bill was stuck with from Reagan and sr. Bush, and yet bill balanced the buget and made a surplus until lil' Bush took over. Proven policts and strategy win me over more than hot air filled with hope! I hope i still have a job and my kids can go to college to make more than 15 bucks an hour. also want to know how many men out there had an affair and got caught did your wife leave or did she stay. takes true patience, loyalty and commitment to their vows dont it?

look at how weak Mr Obama handle the situation… He only talk talk and talk…. no real action. I think Hillary will be the best for the new president of 2008
Please vote for Hillary. Thanks 1000

Seems to me this is good for Obama. If he can just keep the bickering going he will never have to talk explicitly about real issues and exactly how he will achieve his goals for our country. And, he gets to excuse his lack of substance by saying he's too busy answering charges against him. Funny, Hillary is continuing to get her message out to people across our nation while withstanding and answering all sorts of incomings from the Obama camp. The lady can really muliti-task. Poor Obama. I think he's really in over his head.

What's in Hilary is only negativity. This lady is tough and can be a good administrator, but she is not trust worty to lead our nation to prosperity since her campaigns are made of false information. If she is nominated I will vote for any Republican runnig for president.

Confuse, distort, confuse, distort, confuse, distort –

that is the double teaming C strategy and the media is buying it hook line and…

Our nation is above all of this, but not our status quo politicians.

A fresh perspective, a real leadership style is coming, has arrived.

South Carolina you have the privledge to vote for good, solid change.

The kind of change we need is on your ballot South Carolina, vote change.

charlotte,

apparently, you didnt watch the debate.

Obama said it was fair for her to bring up Rezco.

Are you blind or perhaps deaf?

FIRST OF ALL
YOU ARE MORE IGNORANT THAN YOU CLAIM THE CLINTON'S SUPPORTERS ARE. OF ALL PEOPLE, GIVING YOU THE BENEFICE OF THE DOUBT, YOU SHOULD KNOW BETTER AND SAY SOMETHING INSPIRING LIKE YOUR CANDIDATE, BUT THE FACT OF THE MATTER IS THAT YOU DONT HAVE MUCH TO SAY EITHER, OR DO YOU.
SHOW YOUR INTELLIGENCE BY LOOKING AT THE FACTS.
AND FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO SAID THAT YOU WILL NEVER VOTE FOR HILLARY ARE NOT TRUE DEMOCRATS.
LOOK WHAT IS AT STAKE AND CHOOSE WISELY INSTEAD OF COMPLAINING ABOUT THE CLINTONS.
THIS IS AN ELECTION, DIFFERENCE AS TO BE MADE. SO OFTEN THE OTHER SIDE HAS DISTORTED THE CLINTON'S COMMENTS; EVEN CLAIM THERE IS A LINK BETWEEN THE DEATH OF THE FORMER PRI-MINISTER AND HILLARY, THE MEDIA JUST BROSH IT OFF. SO LET'S PLAY FAIR AND FOCUSSING ON THE ISSUE BUT THE SAD THING IS OBAMA DOESN'T HAVE MUCH TO TALK ABOUT.
YOU CLAIM THAT YOUR CANDIDATE WANT TO UNITE THE COUNTRY SHOULDN'T YOU BE HIS VOICE.

Before and immediately after IOWA, Edwards was SEEN as ANGRY; yes, very different and ANGRY. How short minded are we as a nation?

In NH, Hillary cried being close to losing to a "black man." Women rushed to her rescue to save the day. Now, Bill is out there daily. If Hillary wins this nomination, can we say that she did it at the backs of women and her MAN? I guess it is hard for such people to stand alone!!!

Well, after all the previous and ongoing negative commercials about a "black man," are we to say that he has no RIGHT whatsoever to CLEAR his own GOOD name even if he does not get your vote?

I guess the reasons above validate the thinking for NOT taking the "popular votes" very seriously; thanks to the ELECTORAL COLLEGE, there are tons of simply "ill-informed" people out there who should certainly stay out of the voting process; the system cannot depend on the judgments of such people. As a result, your popular votes will really count LESS, thank GOD!!!!

I am so disappointed with the banter and the negative opinions being formed about both Hillary and Obama. You throw out enough negativity and that's what we'll get in the end. A divided country (already we are being forced to separate the woman vote from the racial vote), a divided Congress (where none of the policies of either candidate will ever get enacted because there will be a complete bipartisan rift), and a continuous decline of our economy, our currency, and the well being of our country leaving us open for international takeovers, weak borders and neglected anti-terrorism efforts (how are we going to pay for it if we can't balance a budget; especially with the huge deficit Bush's administration has left us with). This is not the time for separation. It's the time to hear the specific policy proposals from all candidates (Democrats, Republicans, Independents alike) and choose the candidate this COUNTRY feels will help us out of this crisis we are up against (even if that candidate doesn't belong to a party you are currently affiliated with). It might be boring politics without the fighting, but I'd prefer boring than bickering with no improvements, higher taxes, higher unemployment, and higher crime rates! If we don't get along now, after all of the backbiting, we'll hate each other. This country has come a long way. It was founded on the principals of freedom of choice, speech, religion, and equality. We are so losing that ground if we fall into this negative ploy of "old politics." You don't have to join in this. Let the press and media know we aren't interested in them reporting these useless sound-bites and send a message out to the candidates to talk policies and budgets and cease the meaningless bickering. We are in trouble! We've got some healing to do from the past few weeks and vast improvements to make to our country. Let's not get stuck in the whirlpool. It leads to nowhere!

and, by the way, ads showing obama saying one thing, then the opposite, in his own voice and his own words, are extremely fair, extremely accurate, and extremely effective, even though you (and other obama supporters) try to distort the facts. when it's his own words and his own face saying two different things, and lying about what he said, only those who refuse to see truth can't see it. and those who think it's unfair or somehow objectionable to show his own words, just because they don't like how he looks when his actual words are shown, have much to learn. i am so glad that vitriolic bloggers don't actually represent most people.

Stop The Drama, Vote Obama! Stop The Drama, Vote Obama! Stop The Drama, Vote Obama!

I will not vote for Hillary Clinton. I never believed I'd say that, but I wont. I'm a lifelong Democrat, and I have spent years defending the Clintons. It's so obvious, now that their back is against the wall, that they will say or do anything to protect their egos and their legacy, even if it means destroying the Democratic party.

They are the representation of old ideas and old politics. Barack Obama is the future. He is the next President of the United States, a sincere, trustworthy, doer instead of a backstabbing double speaker.

I would trust Barack with my kids and my wallet, I'd trust Bill Clinton with neither.

Obama 08. Stop The Drama, Vote Obama!

Under the Cinton administration America enjoyed it's largest level of economic prosperity in History. Bill Clinton left office with the largest surplus of any American President in History. Not because of a republican congress that fought him on his drive for a balanced budget, but because of his vision, leadership and economic prowness. Never before has a president been under the microscope more in history. Bill Clinton may not of inhaled but he didn't snort.
More people rose above the poverty line under Clinton's leadership than under any former Republican president in the 20th Century.
Why is Clinton hated so much? Well after Repubicans ousted Harry Truman no other Democrat has served more than one term in the Oval office. The republicans thought they had hold and grasp on power but they never counted on Bill Clinton. They even ahd a group of Neo-Conservative Lawyers who sole job was to dig up dirt and fins a way to impeach Bill Clinton. If Liberal and Democrats spent 8 years and millions of dollars trying to impeach Bush it would have happened long ago. Wake Up, The Clintons are the key to getting America back on the right track! What do you Anti-Clintonites hate so much about peace and prosperity? Instead of voting why don't you Obama supporters just mark present on your ballot!

Hillary's ad is insulting to the audience's intelligence. Anyone who's heard the original comments form Obama knows that she's taking his words out of context and adding in her own narrative commentary to make it sound completely different. Dirty, dirty, dirty. Just like Billy. Unless you have an IQ of about 4, everyone can see right through it. We cant have someone like her running even a corner store.

As a Republican, I do not really cares who wins this nomination.

However, I am amazed that no one is recognizing the last 20 years of White House residency have been only two families (Bushes and Clintons)…do we REALLY want another Clinton (or Bush) any time soon?

Maybe it's time for someone else…

I'm an African-American, and very proud to be, and there is no doubt that other ethnic group feel the same as I do. So there is no shame to believe in someone you can identify with, especially since this United States of America has a "TRUE" Black Candidate, and possibly the only "TRUE' Black President, and this would never be possible if people of all ethnic background did not believe a Time for Change is finally upon us. It is not Obama who has initiated this RACE thing, but the democratic opposition who fear the possiblility of losing to a "Black Man."
I use to admire the Clinton's. Voted for him, and praised a "job" well done. But I found out the true nature of this couple, and If I have to vote republican, "so be it."

Go Hillary, everyone should realise that words dont speak louder then action, Obama is trying to vow voters like polticians do in third world countries by promising the world on the flip side he wont do any if elected, if elected the Repulicans would have a field day and win the election, Hillary clinton has all the experience to take this country to the next level and bring peace in the whole world, go back in history and see what Bill did when he was the President, everyone should get over the dishonesty and vote for HILLARY

after read all the comments here i can finally understand why u americians have such a stupid president in the white house,who was elected TWICE by the same stupid guys,and u guys again,r going to embracing another stupid lameduck with the same hope for change
No doubt u americans r doomed to be laughed at all around the world.

I'm voting Obama or Republican, even Mitt –"who let the dogs out " is better than this garbage…

Stick to the issues Hillary. Your husband would have done a lot more for this country is he could have stuck to the issues, instead of a year of impeachment.

I liked bill clinton until now – more reason to to move over to obama.

Too bad by Nov our economy would be falling even faster to hit rock bottom by 2009 or 2010 – feel sorry for anyone who wants to take the steer when the global economy is collapsing. The fiscal irresponsibilities of the last few years of Bush – republicans and democrats is going to hurt all of us. obama run away – help us to always remember you as the last person in America who still had vision and belief in america and not swallowed by the economic calamitiies tha is waiting for all of us.

Bill and Hillary are dividing the democratic party and Obama supporters
will either vote third party, talk themselves into voting republican or most likely
just sit out the general but you are disconnected if you think that they are going to go
into the voting booth and pull that lever for Hillary, if she wins the primary.

Hillary is polarizing the democratic base just like she polarized the country !

To those who support Clintons (whether you got here with or without much reflection), do you truly believe that her "Clintonism" style – attacking others and denying one's wrong doing- will lead to "getting any thing done" in Washinton? Whoever believes in it must be living in a fantasy of "a fair tale"! With Clinton(s) in the presidency, we are certainly looking into dirty muddy turmoils for years to come. Just see how excited those commentators are now!

Burton, I think you have paradoxed, your personality should flip the coin over and leave Hillary alone. God knows you think women should have an apron on all of the time , be subserviant and emotionally abused. TRUST ME, there are ladies like Hillary that can do a better job than a man in several professions…..I can land a retired F-14 better than any man. As for her husband……wouldn't you be on your spouse's band wagon???

wow the republicans have a good chance of winning now. thanks alot clinton.

Do we know what objectivity is. That was an objective statement. He has a point, during the 1980's Ronald Reagan and the Republican party were able to get a majority of the public to see them as a party of fresh ideas and of a new era. Reagan's firist inaugural speech gave the impression that he had plans to help the country. Now were these ideas good, and did Obama endorse them, no. Also its ironic how Hillary Clinton is criticizing him for "endorsing" the republican ideas of the 1980's when she began her "35 years of experience" as a part of Barry Goldwater's presidential campaign, who was a Republican.

"How can there be compliants about "dirty politics", if so many of the comments contain language much worse than anything put out by any of the campaigns."

Very well said dianne. Unfortunately, I think the candidates are reflection of our selves and vice verse. We don't deserve a better President. We voted for the Bushes twice, and now we're about to vote for the Clintons again. Does this sound like a country that really wants a change? I don't think so. We are like children who come back to live with the parents after going away to college. Americans are afraid of change. We change when we have to, but not if we don't have to. Very sad.

So Hillary goes off about those evil Republicans and their attack machine…. how awful they are, they are the party of bad ideas.

WOW!! What a huge Clinton pot calling the Republican kettle black. She is using an attack machine that is as much scum as the swiftboaters.

Thank you Hillary, for making Obamas point. The Republicans were the party of ideas. NAFTA, corruption, lies and dirty attacks… you have taken them all and made them yours.

Hey Hillary seems like it was your husband Bill who signed NAFTA Go Mitt

Hillary continues to talk about the great economy of the 90's (coincidentally the same time period her husband was in office) but forgets to talk about the dot com bust that followed his era. Why doesn't anyone remind Hillary of this? Does she think we all forgot how the economy imploded the last year of her husband's reign? I wish Obama would quickly brief the country on this topic. Maybe she would be quiet then.

How much you wanna bet he'll come out with an ad that attacks or critizes Clinton?
Any betters out there? This is politics ladies and gentlemen and he's no better.

I'm a republican, and I'm not particulary happy with how my party has been running things. Not to say I'd vote democrat, but let's just say that I have a strong inclination to not vote at all in the coming election, or protest vote for Bloomberg or another 3rd party candidate.

That said, to say that I dislike Hill & Bill is an understatement. In the event that they ARE nominated, Bill and Hillary WILL get me the to the polls for the express purpose of voting against them!

Obama is about ten times more electable than Hill'n'Bill. If you democrats nominate Hill, let us not hear much knashing of teeth when another republican ends up in the Oval office for the next 4 years – you've been warned.

Hillary needs do stop the negative politics and tell us what she can do for the nation and not tell lies about Obama. Negative ads isn't going to help her win because we have brains and use them too. Hillary wasn't worried about Obama at the begining of this campaign until she saw how much change he brought to the it. Hillary saw how much people actually responded to Obama and all she can do is destroy him so she can win. We have brains and we want change in America. Obama is that change and he together we bring change to this nation we love so much. Hillary, STOP THE NEGATIVE CAMPAIGN AND SAY WHAT YOU HAVE TO OFFER, IF YOU ARE GOOD ENOUGH PEOPLE WILL LISTEN. IF YOU ARE NOT, THEY WILL CHOOSE WHO THEY THINK CAN HELP THEM. FUGDING THE TRUTH ISN'T GOING TO HELP THE CLITONS, INSTEAD IT WILL HURT THE PARTY.
OBAMA FOR CHANGE 2008!!!

At the dedication of the Reagan Building in Washington, D.C.: Bill Clinton (May 5, 1998): "The only thing that could make this day more special is if President Reagan could be here himself. But if you look at this atrium, I think we feel the essence of his presence: his unflagging optimism, his proud patriotism, his unabashed faith in the American people. I think every American who walks through this incredible space and lifts his or her eyes to the sky will feel that."

BARACK NOPE CLINTON YEP AS SOON AS HE LOST A STATE HE STARTED WITH THE COMMON CRY THEY WE ALL HEAR FROM AFRICAN AMERICANS SINCE GOD KNOWS WHEN

LETS GO HILLARY

Bill is evil

I consider myself to a Democrat, but at this time, I will say ABC (anybody but Clinton). If Hillary is the nominee for the Democrats, my vote and money will go the Republican candidate, even if he is the slimy ex-Mayor of NYC.

Hillary is obviously proving to all of us that she has no intentions on working with Republicans to get things done for this country. She represents the same old, same old. No change. It will be a long 4 – 8 years of division and fighting along with a lot of finger pointing if Hillary is nominated. That's the truth.

This country baffles me. Democracy doesn't mean we should vote the same families to lead our country every election.

For the past few weeks I have noticed a different tone to the gutter campaign being played out in the media by the Clinton campaign. Even the blind can see that James Carville is back and has taken over the wheel of this unsteady as well as rudderless ship. The Clinton/Carville political focus is to program the electorate in the primary states down to race , gender and age by baiting their opponent with misrepresentation in hopes of programing the undecided to vote against Senator Obama.

The American people are in need of a leader . They are not looking to vote for the winner of gutter debate tactics . The Clinton/Carville team is hoping the citizens of the United States do not notice their objective and just buy into their hidden agenda of using race against the first best hope ever for a Black American President.

The past few weeks have shown the true colors of the Clinton/Carville Team. The were and always will ever be Red-Necks. Their attempt to hide this has been successful in past campaigns but will not be in this campaign .

Does anyone remember when the Clinton's were going to adopt a black child ?

Maybe James Carville had a poll conducted and found it wasnt such a good idea in up -state New York .

Hillary is doing a might fine job, trying to further divide the country.
She is really an ice-queen who thinks she will be crowned as an empress.
Divide and Conquer, isn't it Hillary? Let's demonize Obama and the entire Republican Party! Wohooo! You are really bringing some change!

Let's all for just a minute be adults. We all know that the media will say just about anything to attract viewers. Sadly ,our human nature at times draws us to negative news so that we have something to talk about. Please cast a vote for what is best for our country and not listen to the media put their spin on things. Do your research on what the candidates have done for our country and cast a vote for someone who has the knowledge and fortitude to get us out of the mess we are in. Please Dems don't put another Rep. in the White House!

The Clintons are doing what they know best…dirty old tricks, lies and wahtever it takes for them to get to power. Anything and everything will now be twisted, this is how the Clintons deal with issues……………….

I am still asking WHO IS RUNNING? Bill or Hill or BILLARY?

Can this person who creates so much division lead a very divided country?

Couple Senator Obama's leadership abilities with Governor Richardson's Foreign Policy experience and BAM! The ultimate Democratic team!

It's unreal how some people can hear the truth, read the truth in a lot of these comments and still not get it– still be snowed by the Clintons.

Obama's real comments and his real intentions are clear and he DID NOT say the Republicans had good ideas. He said they had BEEN the "party of ideas" which is true. They dreamed up and implemented the "Contract with American, ": " No Child left behind, " the idea of constitutional amendments regarding marrriage (huh?), tax cuts for the rich, etc, etc. They have dominated the legislature for over a decade and look where we are…in the dumper. Obama is not so stupid as to be praising the Republican party, but your BUYING IT , because Hillary said it? Huh??

Slick Willie Rides again. Go Obama!

GO OBAMA

They've been saying that Hillary Clinton has a lot of support from the less educated people.
That is very obvious by reading some of the posts on here!

I like how Obama just talks and talks. Its all he does, what is he actually going to do besides tell us about hope? If i was a Dem, I'd NOT vote for him, but I'm not.

GO McCain!!

I like how Obama just talks and talks and lies. Id I was a dem, I'd vote Hillary, but I'm not. GO McCain!!

and by the way. for all the people who said obama started the attacks, UNTRUE. hillary came after him about reagan and he defended himself. at the S.C. debate he used the national stage as a place to answer to the negative attacks from hillary. were not whining and complaining as obama-supporters, we are trying to let the TRUTH reveal itself.

HERE IS A STORY
OF A EVIL LADY
WHO WILL LIE TO THE PEOPLE FOR VOTES

AND BRING DOWN HER OWN PARTYED

THAT LADY IS H I L L A R Y

HERE A STORY

OF A WINNER

WHO CAN BRING US TOGETHER
TOO WORK HARD TO GET THE JOB DONE
THAT MAN IS O B A M A OBAMA OBAMA 08

President Reagan ended the cold war,thats a good idea!President Bush Sr. liberated Kuwait but did want to go into Baghdad becuase there was no exit plan,thats a good idea!All republicans hate Hillary,thats a good idea!
Obama 08,thats a good idea!

This is blatant dishonesty on the part of the Clinton campaign. When you read the quote that Sen. Obama gave the LVRJ in context, it is CLEAR that his message was not to say that he agreed with the ideas of the Republican party, or President Reagan, but to say that Reagan was an idealistic leader in the sense that he thought outside the box. The clear intent behind it was to say that as President he would motivate to push the Democratic platform across in the same way the Reagan pushed across the GOP platform.

Multiple media outlets have also agreed that the Clinton's taking this quote by Senator Obama and using it to say that he somehow agrees with conservative ideas and policies is blatant lying.

As a proud Democrat, I am disgusted with the way that the Clintons have acted in the past 2 weeks.

If Obama and his campaign team continue to trash the Clintons, it will turn many of us sick. My friends and I watched the debates and news. We will vote for Hillary for her courage, intelligence and fighting spirit. We will not vote for someone who lacks experience whatsoever. Obama needs to grow up and face tough deicisions.

Well whoever had a problem with dynasty should have addressed it in 2000 when GW contested.

That was even funnier then , he had the same name with his dad then and still America voted for him then and again in 2004.

So anyone waking up in 2008 complaining about dynasty is just a lame excuse of a campaign

Attack is a good strategy of defence, if you can't attack enemy and defend yourself well, who else can believe you can attack our enemy and defend this country, I think Hillary scored higher in this virtual combat so far, so keep up the good work….Hillary, the show just started….

Why shouldn't Obama find some republican ideas to be positive?
Neither party can claim to have all the right answers.
If Hillary is just going to follow the democrat agenda, then she will not get my vote.
Presidents should be for all the people , bringing together all parties.
Once you have attained the highest office in the Nation, you should be able to put all of party bs behind.and do what you think is right for all American people , not just your political croneys.

Dee Ward: Right! I can never understand what it was that they didn't like about the Clinton years: the peace or the prosperity?

Yamaka -

Really? Hmmm….I'm white, my family is too as far as I know. We all support Obama. My Japanese-Hawaiian friends support Obama. I also have Hispanic and Filipino friends supporting Obama. I was just at an Obama rally and saw just about every color of the rainbow cheering for him.

But keep repeating your garbage – it inspires intelligent voters to go in the other direction!

Someone on TV the other day made the comment that this "Dynasty" thing had gone too far and we needed to end it, i.e. Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton…? I had never even thought about it before, but once I did, it really started to scare me. Is anybody else (especially you students of history) getting nervous here? If we let the "Clintons" get in there again, it would mean being led by two "dynastic" families over a period of 28 years. Shades of the Czars or the Pharoahs of Egypt. What's going to be next for 2016 — Jeb Bush? Chelsea Clinton? This is just crazy.

I was truly excited about Hillary, at the beginning , running but when I looked at her records, I wondered why would I consider voting for her. My anwser was because of Bill's term.

I realize that I am gazing back in our past history.

In order to move forward from our current Presidential issues, there need to be changes made. The only persons that will enable us to move forward as a strong country are Obama and Edwards.

I believe that Hillary will only play in the tired, weak government system already set into play. I am not saying that at times you will not have to work the system but change is the key for moving forward and judging by her voting records positive changes will not be what she stand for.

I would like to see Obama (pres.) and Edward (vice pres.) for '08.

Vote for change. Don't let these political tactics distract you.

Mrs. Clinton should refrain of mentioning her experience since the outcome her LONG lasting years can not make her stand out of the group. If she is strugling againt a new comer, I wonder what the years of experience served.

Look let's face the facts and not play politics here.
When Obama was talking of Reagan etc, he was saying that Reagan used the opportunity to create an absolute change.

Note that he actually put Nixon and Clinton together as presidents who did not move the country to a new level. Everyone knew that he potrayed Reagan in a positive light and Clinton/Nixon in a negative way.

Obama was on the defensive because he knew that Reagan was not popular with blacks and the clintons are aware of that.

The issue of fairy tale, this was also politicized, what bill meant was that you cannot think of winning an election based on words without backing it with the history of your experience. It had nothing to do with his colour.

The obama campaign are as crafty as anyone else so no one should paint Obama as an innocent man who was being hounded.

Remember in politics, there are no permanent friends nor enemies, the bush-Mccain feud was worse than these and serious wounds were created which may never heal but they are all chummy now.

NO DOUBT IN MY MIND, OBAMA IS THE MAN OF CHANGE. HE HAS TURNED THIS INTO THE DIRITEST PARTY FIGHTS I HAVE EVER SEEN. HE STARTS THE DEBATE WITH AN ATTACK ON HILLARY AND WAL-MART, THEN CRYS FOUL WHEN SHE HITS HIM RIGHT BETWEEN THE EYES WITH REZKO. NOW, WAL-MART MAY HAVE LABOR ISSUES, BUT THEY HIRE A LOT OF PEOPLE. REZKO, ON THE OTHER HAND IS A MAJOR LIABILITY TO HIM. 5 BILLABLE HOURS MY A– A HOUSE DEAL THAT STINKS OF CORRUPTION. LET'S SEE IF HE CAN STAND UP TO A KEN STARR INVESTIGATION.
RATHER THEN DEFEND HIS COMMENTS, HE SAYS WELL, WELL WHAT ABOUT WHAT YOU SAID. TAKE AWAY HIS SERMON AND HE SSSTURTTERS AND SSSTAMERS. ANY DEMOCRATE WHO WOULD VOTE FOR A REPUBLICANS DESERVES THE LAST 7 YEARS

What's so shameful about saying something good about Reagan? He was an amazing person, that, through great talent and courage, changed our world for the better.

What? Because I'm democrat I can't admit that? For goodness sake, he can take credit for "That wall" coming down! Isn't that what Obama wants to do too? Tear down walls? Walls of red vs. blue, white vs. black, poor vs. rich, etc??

I wish Obama would just stand up and say that he means it. If he's going to claim to be the "great uniter", there would be no harm in pointing out the good points of both parties.

Can't both Republicans and Democrats be open-minded enough to seriously look at the other party to try to see what the other might just have going "right" ? Why do we have to be so divided along party lines that we can't meet somewhere in the middle?

I think Reagan was incredible @ communicating and @ portraying an admirable figurehead for our country. I also think Bill Clinton was incredible @ communicating and @ social reforms. We can learn from both if we're willing!

Don't be ashamed, Obama! You Must UNITE as you say you will!!!

Obama's comments were an attempt at running a general campaign by trying to win votes from the other side. Unfortunately, in the process, he pissed off his own side.

It just shows that he doesn't have the political skill or judgment not only to win an election this fall but to run a two-party country.

Every time Obama screws up, everyone just blames Hillary. Wake up people.

CNN the tabloid has the nerve to call itself the best, the most trusted, etc. I guess they don't realize their obsessive slanting of the "news" to help Obama just turns us off. If his own tactics hadn't been so awful, and if he wasn't such an empty suit, I might have found it in me to try to support him, but how can anyone support the candidate all the media are pushing for – change, my a__, it's typical dirty tricks.

Hillary Clinton is a disgrace. She has neither the intellect nor temperment to be President. I voted for Bill Clinton twice and am ashamed of how he behaved in office and how he has behaved in this campaign.

The Clinton's attack on Obama's Reagan comment is a further disgrace. In no way did Obama support Reagan's policy. Obama was correct in that Reagan transformed politics in 1980. In that election the Democrats lost demographics that for years had been FDR, Truman & JFK Democrats. Instead of recognizing why this happened and working to re-build their political base the Clintons look to use this quote out of context to attack Obama.

I will vote for the Republican candidate if Hillary is the Democratic nominee. This country can not move forward with Hillary. It is time to turn the page on the Clintons. This is not their country to play with for their advantage. Hillary has the potential to lose in a landslide in November as the Republican machine will destroy her.

For some of the of the comment i read i can't beleave people could be so cold harted is this what they teach there children. Who started the war was it the clinton no. When the wtc attact took place the president said i am asking all nation to help find these evil people for the ones who die at the wtc and there family, and of this day still looking, When all of this is going to stop, that was my first time i ever voted so please people no more war the clinton is for peace not war. Hillary you have my vote to the end.

I wish that both Hillary and Obama stop focussing on each other but to focuss on helping American people on health care issue , mortgage crisis , education for young kids , get the troop home….there are more important things to work on . Please.

The Clintons are at it again…

I was undecided until recently. Hillary Clinton has been attacked since day one and was running a pretty clean campaign. When she finally does start to defend herself a little, the media twists things in order to make her look like a dirty politician. I watched the So Carolina debate not once, but twice and in its entirety. And from what my ears heard, Obama made some pretty nasty digs of his own and definitely threw the first punch. But the clip you see over and over on CNN is one of a feisty Hillary. I really hope it backfires. She has my vote!

if hill ary is the democratic canidate, i'll pray for a third party canidate or vote republican

To O.A.
I will sign a petition I already sent an email to the DNC telling Mr. Dean real democrats are tired of this mess and are not going to continue supporting this mess.

Should the next president be more center on domestic issues, while maintaining a strong millitary to defend this country?

It is interesting to see that CNN moderator has no issue in publishing comments criticizing Clinton.

Comments criticizing Obama stay there forever awaiting moderation.

Bill needs to get out of the campaign. Since his presence, the tone has been completely negative. This is not what the American people want. Perhaps we need to recall his own record of dishonesty with the press and the public.

Hillary will be back thursday. Obama, will not win SC.

The ad was straight forward!!! you have got to be kidding!! those ads lie like the Clintons always do. They are saying that there is money in the bank when the check will bounce sky high, and they don't care, they think they deserve to be in the whitehouse like before.

Hitlery voted for NAFTA, the war in Iraq, later to try to say she didn't have enough information about it, that is as straight forward as it gets!

Wh oever votes for the Hitley clown, deserves to get what they get!

Obama 08!

The 90 were great ? Hmm Bill inherited a economy on the rise from a Republican. Budget was balanced by A republican congree. and one poster said we felt safe under Bill Clinton Glad you felt safe Because we did nothing despite being attacked over and over again. Bill left office with an economy sliding into recession and an emboldened radical muslim movement unchecked that would haunt us. I hope Hillary wins the Dem Nomination because she will not win in November keep attacking Hillary & destroy any chance fro the dummycrats

All this nonsense about Clinton, Obama…It don't matter why he said what he said, he said it. And when i heard what he said about the Republican, my thought was, you mean he couldn't come up with a Democrat to make that analogy. He screwed it up and Hillary caught the bait.,and used it against him. Look! If he Obama can't fight Hillary, how in the world can he win against the Republican's. We lost two election because of dirty trick by the Republicans, they don't want Hillary to run, becuase she would beat the sock's off them. They build up Obama because he's a nice guy (cable news commentator, Republican's), and guess what, nice guys finish last. You don't bring a poodle to a fight, when your opponent brings a pit bull. We sent two nice guys before (Gore, and Kerry), and guess what, they both lost. You liberals, and Democrats writing here still don't get it, you want all this nicety. Remember the minority leader Daschle (nice guy) ran out of office, never before was a leader of any party ran out of town, but he was. Just keep talking about all this nice crap, and be prepared to have 8 more years of Republican's.

I just think it is funny that Obama can't get off worrying about Bill Clinton. Doesn’t he realize that he is running against Hillary Clinton not the former President? Does he really want to get into a political battle with a President that was well liked from all likes of people. Does he really know who he is running against? I would think he would worry about the person he is running against and not their spouse. This is why he should not be President… He doesn’t know how to focus on the right target, even when he is getting hit by all directions. As a President I would expect that person to be able to handle this, he is showing us in the USA why we shouldn’t vote for him, Hillary doesn’t need to, he is doing it all by himself!

I am from PA and would love to Hillary Clinton become are president – Bill had us living well for 8 years and now its time to get back there! Vote Hillary in 2008

Senator Obama,
Stop whining, and instead explain your positions to the voters.

To the Clinton lovers: Read the full quote before you make any judgement. Note how he says all Republicans talk about is TAX CUTS. Is that a compliment?

Here, courtesy of FactCheck.Org, is the full text of what Obama told the editorial board of the Reno Gazette-Journal:

Obama (Jan. 14, 2008): The Republican approach has played itself out. I think it's fair to say that the Republicans were the party of ideas for a pretty long chunk of time there over the last 10, 15 years, in the sense that they were challenging conventional wisdom. Now, you've heard it all before. You look at the economic policies when they're being debated among the presidential candidates, it's all tax cuts. Well, we know, we've done that; we've tried it. That's not really going to solve our energy problems, for example.

Bill Clinton Stated, there are still to people around who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and risk their lives, and they were Andrew Young and John Lewis, which he may be right; however where's the recognition and the respect for the Reverend Jesse Jackson, who was there when he was shot and witnessed the horrofic event. Mr. Clinton ask the Reverend Jesse Jackson or the honorable Congressman James Clyburn who started the race card?

Is it just me or does it seem that CNN is giving a lot more coverage to Bill and Hillary than they are to Barack Obama. The only coverage is see of Obama is one story on how he's fighting back against the mis-truths repeated again and again by the Cilintons. How about covering what he's doing on the campaign trail, how he's responding to voters, and how he plans to change the direction of this country? Is CNN trying to sway the electorate by side stepping stories on Obama?

Good going to the Clintons!!!! The greed and selfishness of what they want is bringing back the same cynisism in politics that has been in the past….in that environment, the clintons will thrive. And people with a real want to help their fellow man won't.

I do hope Senator Obama wins, but with tactics like that…..well, it's hard to not get any mud on you when your opponent insists on throwing. The same name after the title "President" isn't change. Using dirty politics to thwart an opponent isn't change. There is no honor in how her and her husband are working together.

Get ready for Hillary and Billary.

It IS truly incredible to watch people defend the Clintons, claiming that the poor, poor Clintons are not getting a fair shake from the mean ole press!!! WaWaWaWaWa!! The press carried, lied for, protected, and made excuses for Clinton from the time he ran the first time. But you probably don't remember that, do you? That's because you have been Clintonized and all but your selective memory is gone. IF, and I do mean IF, there is any favoritism being shown towards Obama, there is NO better person to recognize it than good ole Bill.

Keep it up Bill!! Your making me laugh and making yourself out to be a fool.

All these comments from Duhmocrats who will NEVER vote for Her Royal Thighness, or blacks who will be so ticked off at HRT because of what the Clintonistas are doing to Obama, that they would NEVER vote for HRT in the general election. What a crock. Come November, you'll be pulling the lever for HRT, and blacks will vote their normal 90% for the Duhmocratic candidate cuz all that matters is that the Dems get in the WH again. All the sins of the Clintonistas will be forgiven and forgotten, cuz youze will have won, and that despicable, shameless, power couple will have fooled you all once again, and will be back in the WH. I weep for this country's future ………………….

Yikes! The Clintons might be more disingenuous than Bush. The sheer shrewd nasty dishonesty of Bill & Hillary. Now I can see why Republicans have been howling about them all these years. They really do have quite the awful side. They keep hammering home things concretely proven to be lies, and otherwise repeat intentionally flagrant distortions. I used to like Hillary. Now she makes me sick. Obama more than ever.

Hitler had ideas. They were transformative ideas. They were new, the Nazis were the party of ideas. They were the party of dynamism. I'm not saying I'm agreeing with them now, just that they had new ideas.

Yamaka
Blacks have supported anyone else for decades where have you been. Do they not have the right to make a choice the same as you? Bill and Hillary rub people regardless of race the wrong way they had their turn. It is time to move on to better and brighter days it doesn't have to be Obama just as long as it is not Hillary. Besides there is always Edwards!

OBAMA supporters if in doubt then just vote "PRESENT" at the booth!

Other voters can vote for whomever they want…. all you guys have to do is vote "PRESENT"

Really? : Well of course "YES, YOU CAN"

obama go away – you are a divider playing the race card

if we lose the general election it'll be your fault

why won't the media criticize obama's wife's comments? is it because she is a black woman and they are afraid of questioning her? that's bs…she is being even worse than bill…

What microscope are you looking through for Hillary?

Stop listening to advertising they tell you what to think. Research the candidates on their sites. The thing that caught my eye on Hillary site was all her issue solutions are press releases, to send to the media.

But, that would take time and it is easier for the advertising to tell me who to vote for, and those email forwards, everything written/spoken must be true right?

Think about the future of our country, not just the you future.

And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country. — JFK

Leave something for the inheriting generations.

Rule 1: Saying anything that even sounds remotely positive about the other party is complete political suicide. If you dare reach out, we'll rip every word and give it to our spin doctors to reinterpret it.

Rule 2: Rule 1 only applies in the primary season. The rest of the time, you can join the Washington special interests as much as you like. Who cares? Next election, we hire better spin doctors.

That's kind of the Clinton logic. It has worked well, unfortunately.
Myself, I will vote for Obama or not at all.

I'm an Obama guy, but I'd go for McCain over Hillary in a second. I'd just like somebody who was a little more honest than our last few presidents.

The Clintons would not face these kinds of problems if they would stop lying. I understand that they don't have much to attack him on, since there is not much bad about his record. But "creative editing", as they say, to make it look like he said something that he didn't is not going to help them, the Democrats, or the country in the long run.

After the South Carolina debate, Hillary realizes that she misunderstood Obama's statement, still she goes ahead and let the ad comes out. This reveals her character. Even though she knows she will spread lies, she will continue to do it. She knows the ad will distort Obama's statement, but she doesn't care. She just want to win. Win at all cost. She might win, but nobody who has any sense of ethics has any respect for her.

Clinton lovers, grow up!!! These people feed you a pack of lies and you take them in as truth and regurgitate the same lies as if they are truth. Anyone with half a brain and the desire to learn the truth knows better!

How you can support such a disingenuous and divisive couple is utterly amazing.

> Bill: "I did not have sex with that woman", "it depends on what the definition of 'is' is", etc.
> Hillary: "The Republican attack machine" blah, blah, blah…

As a lifelong democrat (who did vote for Clinton), I will NEVER vote for Hillary and will gladly cast my vote to anyone but her. Enough of the slimeball tactics designed to get her elected at any cost to the party and the country!

Denise, Obama never said he voted for the war. He wasn't in Congress, how could he vote for the war. He consistently said that he was opposed to it from the very beginning and even Hillary acknowledges that fact.

Are you guys so easily persuaded? Our troops are there, the President vetoes every bill that has a timetable. What did you expect Obama to do? Not give them funding they need? My two brothers are in Iraq and I don't want them left there without adequate funding. I am against the war, but they are there and they needed funding so I supported Obama and others who voted to give the funding than leave them stranded fighting a terrible war.

If the public remains ignorant and the Clintons continue to distort the truth, the Republicans just might win in November. I'm getting fed up with all this negativity.

I really respect Obama because he didn't bring out the fact that Hillary mentor was Goldwater and her comments about civil rights. Tom Broskaw was talking about that this morning and how Bill and Hillary thought Reagan was a good president too.

The Clintons' are tearing their party up and divide this country.

I see some people should really access the fact checker link on the main politics page here. Of course, that might might result in intelligently formulated thoughts predicated on facts.

Facts are good. They really are.

Obama '08.

Again, Obama will not take responsibility for his mispeaking and misrepresentation of the republicans. When he grows up and takes
responsibility for his actions (100 bills not voted on while present) his
comments regarding the Republicans being the party of ideas, then
and only then will I vote for him after he matures.

At this point it is Hillary for President!

Man, i have lost so much respect for the Clintons. I was there biggest fan. I can't believe what they are doing. If they were doing this to John Edwards, i would be just as upset. But my father always said that you are not doing anything if the devil isn't attacking you.
For those of you who say Obama is whining because he's defending himself. You sound like hard line Republicans. This is exactly what they said about Democrats after they stole the 2000 and 2004 elections.
Event Stevie Wonder can see that the Clintons will do and say anything to get back to the WhiteHouse. Clinton can not stop NAFTA, or outsourcing, no President can move an economy as big as America's by themselves. If you are nostalgic for the 90's thinking that Clinton had something to do with it. You are mistaken. There was a tech bubble which created a large number of jobs. Then it burst, partly due to NAFTA, and our stupid trade agreements. Clinton marginalized himselft with thinking with his little head and failed to react to terror attacks. The circumstances are totally different. I said this when people voted Bush Jr. into office twice. The country will get what it deserves unfortunately. It's going to be the SOAP channels at the WhiteHouse. I must say i will vote Independent

It seems as though Hilary Clinton's campaign is fishing for any dirt possible to stain Obama's inspriational and charismatic image simply because Clinton does not possess those personable, like-able qualities. If we could seperate the mud slinging fom this election, it is my personal opinion that Obama would be winning more states all though overall hes still the leader. At the end of the day, Hilary is still prying for a response to what some label one of the best speeches orated in Obama's Iowa Caucus victory speech.

Hillary is a great leader and will be one of this countries greatest Presidents. Get used to it. Hillary 08.

Barack is more like most women I know than Hillary is. It’s not their anatomy that separates most women from men, but it’s much more so their attitudes. To me, most women would want more trust and transparency in government, and Obama has done much more on this. Most women are more social and conciliatory than most men. A unifying candidate like Barack Obama fits this mold more closely than Hillary. Most women would do what’s in the best interest of children, women, and men. Limiting the power of lobbyists would go a long way toward doing that. Barack has done much more on this than Hillary and would be the one most likely to do more. Hillary Clinton may share an anatomical characteristic with women, but Obama more intimately shares their thoughts and hearts!

Women have always been at the center of Obama’s life from his single mom, to his wife and two daughters. Please don’t base this election on anatomy ladies, base it on character. Thanks.

I've always the thought of women being stronger and more empowered these days but when I watch Hillary and see how dependent she is on Bill it disappoints me.
Obviously he's a good talker, I think the past shows us that. I liked him as a president and then we found out his truths while in office.
Yet Hillary wants to use him to benefit herself.
Hillary, you need to step up and show YOUR stuff.

Two heads are better than one.

Hillary Clinton for president.

Keep going Bill, doing a great job campaigning.

We all know Obama is buying time with dirty tricks. Sooo childish.

I realize that most people want to stop the infantile bickering….I do as well…however I must say …I believe that it does not come from the Obama camp…The Clinton machine has set this up as a part of their plan….to keep Obama on the defensive…Obama detests getting into the fray….even the press was wondering when he would start to fight back after taking nasty hits from Bill and Hill….
Then when he did finally defend himself and his positions ….he was accused of being the aggressor….Is this what our political system has become? This sort of outright lying and distortion of Obama's record and positions is what has caused this "bickering". Sen Kerry of MA has called this Swiftboating…in other words a nasty smear campaign….Many democrats have called to Bill Clinton to tone it down…Do any of you really think he has any intention of toning it down?? Please….do your own search for the facts and find out the truth….and you will find the truth ….and the truth is the Clintons are lying…..on purpose for political gain……………..

CNN reporter was creating "news", not reporting news when she asked a divisive question to President Clinton.

SC goes to Obama at 43% to Clinton 23% and Ed 15%. Blacks support only Obama not any one else!!

I am a Black Republican who left the Democratic party in 1988 because of the "plantation mentality" continuously displayed by the Democratic machine. One thing is as clear today as it was in 1988: traditional Democrats will not support an African American nominee of the Democratic Party; and this includes a number of Black Democrats who appear to be accustomed to the traditional Democratic Party leadership telling them "what is best for African Americans."

It is unfortunate that the income and wealth base of African Americans force us to make decisions that we otherwise would not make. For example, the majority of Americans are not interested in a Bush-Clinton-Bush-Clinton family dynasty that will not produce "real change" in this country. However, because of the absence of wealth and "real" disposable income, some African Americans are reluctant to support Obama because of pending "quid pro quo" relationships with the Clintons. This "quid pro quo" is nothing new to politics, but some African Americans are looking for jobs within a Clinton Administration or other benefits tied to enhancing their political careers that could be jeopardized if they outwardly support Obama. It has been said that the Clintons have "long memories." This is in stark contrast to white americans who have wealth and typically are the "straws that stir the drink" with politicians, who will cater to them because of their financial support. Why? Because they aren't looking for jobs or advancement of their careers.

Finally, we all know the role some African American clergy play in this political process. Beware of some of the African American preachers who read "endorsement statements" for Senator Clinton. Follow the money…………….the endorsements are not free!

Hillary has been slinging mud for over a month now. It was just a matter of time before they take a quote from a lengthy interview and blend it with opinions of her camp.

If anybody reads/hears the interview she is using in her ads, they would know that never did Obama endorse the Republican party.

Hillary is unwilling to speak about the issues, so she is slinging mud and lies to keep Obama on the defensive. She knows that if she just spoke about issues, she doesn't stand a chance.

Bill and Hillary have shown their true colors over the past few weeks and it saddens me. I have lost almost every ounce of respect for Bill Clinton over the last few weeks. The only thing the Clinton's care about is power and that is a sad thing.

Mike Huckabee and Obama are the true voices of change. Check out fairtax.org on your way to mikehuckabee.com Talk issues and solutions that make sense for ALL Americans. Vote Huckabee

Obama has an identity crisis. One minute, his tone of voice, inflections and mannerisms imitate the great Martin Luther King jr. ( you aren't even close) Sometimes, he imitates Jesse Jackson.(you aren't even close) Then,depending on what crowd he is speaking to, he says "y'all" and Okey-Doak" and slides into that "bro, brother" crap. Yeah, that's what we want. I can just see him meeting a Prime Minister and saying…" Hey, how y'all doin' bro?" Back in the day, Obama appeared to be comfortable with himself. But he was in low-key politics. This is the big leagues, "BRO," and he has shown what a fake he is. BYW..throwing out the race card will not get you into the White House. That only worked for OJ. Grow up, and we'll give you a look four years from now.

The distortion of the truth continues. Welcome back, party of Clinton. We will not beat the Republicans again this November.

does it even matter if he said good ideas or ideas in general…the point is he uplifted the Republicans as if they are the movers and the shakers. In reality that appears to be a statement demeaning Democrats; Democrats have ideas too. In fact the 90's were good times and good economy.

I could careless if Bill Clinton had an affair. Our economy was great, we had a surplus, min. wage was good, unemployment down. So he wasn't a hundred percent perfect. His affair does not make Hillary immoral.

One and a half years as a senator does not make experience especially when most of it you have been running for presidential nomination.

BHO did say he is a "proponent of single payer system", he did uplift the Republicans as "the party of ideas";

BHO's camp did circulate the information that Bill Clinton said a black man running for president is a "fairytale" when in fact the pre sentence was about the vote on the war; BHO did say in 04/05 his issue with the war was much the same as Bush's; He also stated his own hands were dirty and wrote in his own words that he did dabble some with drugs.

Fair game -

As for Life long Dems not wanting HRC as a president so they would rather vote for a Republican is shameful. How about just not voting? Besides there is very little difference in their actual plans/issues. So if it is about the ISSUE's then why would you vote Repub?? That is just simple mindedness.

If your a Dem then it is because of the issues and such; not because of the message carrier.

Obviously Barrack said those things about the Republicans to get their votes.

So Hillary's making an ad out of what he said should help him in this regard.

Where it my hurt him is calling her dishonest for playing his exact words.

YoMamma & the Rest of You Who Call Hillary a Liar: You are a pathetic bunch. Just saying that the lady is a liar doesn't make it so. Tell us exactly what she lied about. And it must be true. You certainly wouldn't lie about the lies you say someone else made, would you? Oh yeah, right, you're all Republicans so lying comes easy for you.

Bill Clinton could use some lessons from Elizabeth Edwards and Michelle Obama regarding how the spouse of a candidate should behave. Here's the spouse of a candidate putting himself into the campaign in a way that NO other spouse has ever done before. He's gonna lose this election for Hillary because people are catching on to his lies. It's just gonna drive a wedge through the Democratic party and lose the election in November.

Comments like these are the reason that I try to ignore everything in the press about the candidates and do my own research. I hate it when any candidate uses only part of an interview in such a way that it is obviously distorted to make themselves look better. I can't believe that they feel that the american people are so stupid. Of course I feel that Bill Clinton needs to step back and let Hillary fight these battles on her own. If she can't defend herself to the american people how is she going to be able to stand toe to toe with some of the world leaders out there who very obviously have no respect for women to begin with?

How can we expect Hilllary, if elected to reach across the isle to Republicans in order to solve problems in this country when she is in fact insulting them. All we have to look forward to his 4 more yrs of gridlock. It is time for a Independant President and a congress that will stop voting along party lines and compromise in order to fix the issues at hand.

Can somebody answer my question here? How come Hilliary did not run as a senator in Arkansas? Isn't it that supposedly her residence? Pls enlighten me. Thanks.

Now, cheap shots on each other show their true colors. Everyone vote poor guy Edward, who is yelling for attention on the side.

I honestly don't know what Clinton is thinking, except that must figure we're pretty stupid if she expects anyone to fall for this kind of nonsense. What Obama said is clear to everyone. This is pure childishness.

If Hillary thinks she's going to win the general election by lying and distorting words of her rivals

She's dead wrong

She's self destructing herslf going all negative against Obama

WE NEED CHANGE

American are tired of these same kind of politcs

I was a committed Hilary supporter until Bill started behaving so crudely.

The Clintons relish in distorting Obama's words, which is no surprise given that they both seem to be graduates cum laude of the same old school of political thought which Voltaire cogently highlighted when stating: "Lie, just lie; whatever happens, something will stick." The greatest irony in the type of machievellian manipulation employed by Hillary Clinton, which her husband Bill blindly warrants, is that it is right out of the Smearing 101 treatise favored by Republicans to reach and retain office, from Richard Nixon to George W. Bush, through (yes) Ronald Reagan. Since actions speak louder than words, it is becoming increasingly clearer that the Clintons are the ones who seem to enjoy wallowing in the murky Republican ponds of the past. After all, as we all know, it is by the fruits that it bears that a tree should be judged, right?

So sad to be reminded what a sexist nation this is. Hillary may or may not be the best candidate. Most negative comments against her have nothing to do with issues or qualifications. Many Americans (including many women just don't want a pair of breasts in the White House – they think hooters still belong in the kitchen.

I've lost a lot of confidence and respect for CNN in the way they seem to be actively campaigning for Barach Obama and John McCain in their respective primaries. Its unfair and disillusioning to see the one-sided, slanted stories that appear about candidates of both parties CNN doesn't like and then giving a very easy time indeed to Obama and McCain.

I am a political scientist and a democrat. I remember well when the republicans came in with the "contract with America". It was a big moment in politics, and was instrumental in the democrats losing the house and senate for the first time in 40 years. I didn't like their ideas, but they did a very good job of pushing there agenda through congress and through a white house that had a democratic president. I only wish our current congress was as successful as that one.

For Hillary to take those comments, and twist them into an ad saying Obama was supportive of the entire republican agenda is shameful. I have never been more embarressed of a democrat running for president. Give me Kerry, Gore, Edwards, Obama, Richardson, or even Kucinich. I will NEVER vote for another Clinton in my lifetime.

CNN seems to have too many anti-Clinton talking heads (give me a break–and stop calling yourselves the best political team on television).

It is so disturbing to see Hillary Clinton turn into another George Bush, benefitting from legions of slicksters who can outwit the entire populace before you can say, "Swift Boat." We have seen these games before. Haven't we suffered enough from smirking faces twisting truth into popular belief? Her campaign has suddenly veered into abject ugliness. Right now the Clintons are, sadly, demonstrating practically every slick trick they have been accused of in the past. She almost had me convinced she deserved to win. I'm truly ashamed of what they are doing because they tarnish the ideals their supporters believe in and are playing right into the Republicans' plan for victory in November.

I think everyone should start looking at Obama with the microscope that they are looking at Hillary through. In this last debate Obama said he has always opposed the Iraq war. He has said this all along. BUT when it was the sit down portion of the debate, Obama said Just like Hillary, he voted for the Iraq war but later had second thoughts…What's with that ? Obama seems to forget what he has said within one debate. What is he going to forget when he is in the white house?

I think everyone should start looking at Obama with the microscope that they are looking at Hillary through. In this last debate Obama said he has always opposed the Iraq war. He has said this all along. BUT when it was the sit down portion of the debate, Obama said Just like Hillary, he voted for the Irac war but later had second thoughts…What's with that ? Obama seems to forget what he has said within one debate. What is he going to forget when he is in the white house?

Ok enough on party bashing as a life long Democrat I have not thought until now where we are heading but look,s like out plan and simple.We have no choice but Senator Edwards.Hillery is out to make a show for herself at our party,s expence.Oboma has no military knowledge at all and from what I have seen in this campain is slander on both canidates.Write both of them off .If not Edwards a Repub will slide right in the White House.We do really have to forget these two and thank what is going on.This USA is going downhill more and more each day.Our young worriers men and women are dying for what.A war that was started on a whole pack of lies our troop,s died thousands are maimed for life the Vetrans Hospitals arnt able to treat our wounded with outdated or no expierance doctors to deal with this crices.I say no Clinton and no Oboma.

I think everyone should start looking at Obama with the microscope that they are looking at Hillary through. In this last debate Obama said he has always opposed the Iraq war. He has said this all along. BUT when it was the sit down portion of the debate, Obama said Just like Hillary, he voted for the Irac war but later had second thoughts…What's with that ? Obama seems to forget what he has said within one debate. What is he going to forget when he is in the white house?

JB Dallas:

You stated it better than any other political analyst did…way to go

You should be a political consultant to the Obama campaign

If Hillary and Obama keep on attacking each other l am sure the Democrat will LOST to the Republician in November race. Thats for sure.

Let us face, there are lots of Hillary haters no matter what she said. I do not think she looses any vote with this Clinton-Obama feud. However, it is obama who has much to loose. The evidence, he feels the heat given that his campaign on style and grandiose promise that he will have GOP wrapped around his fingers, all the brave knights will sit around his round-or maybe oval table. By just saying "CHANGE", they all submissively do what he tell to do.

The evidence that he is feeling the heat when his camp started to use a divisive race card to attack the Clinton, a fellow democrat. It is very stupid. It is an act of a desperate man.

Hillary, you look and sound just like Carl Rove when you said Obama must be "frustrated because he lost Nevada" or any other blanket criticism you throw out there. . .you really do look and sound like Carl Rove. . .do you really want that?

I cannot believe this womens ability to lie so openly, we've seen Obama's comments
Hiliary… God help the white house if she gets in…

Please tell me people are smart enough to see through the Clintons' sleazy campaign. They seem hellbent on getting her in office no matter the cost, and willing to bend, distort and lie no matter how much it hurts the party. Hopefully these tactics will backfire on her, but I'm fearing more and more that we're going to see the Democrats once again snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

The Clintons are are a bunch of shameless liars who are breaking apart this country. I really hope that Obama does not loose his focus and sticks to the issues regarding the country, not the cat-and-mouse game Hillary is playing. Go Obama!

It is the comments made by the Obama supporters that are dividing the party. The comments on this board are childish and immature. Oh, if my candidate doesn't win than I am just not going to vote for a democrat. It is like a child threatening to get their way or they are going to throw a tantrum.

If Obama wins fine, but if he does not don't sacrifice what is good for our country and our party because you didn't get your way. Vote for a democrat and save this country.

My husband has served two tours in Iraq and I am taking this election very seriously, and I hope that all democrats will do the same.

This is not the time to be hypocritical. The Clintons started a political war which is soon to blow up in their faces and tarnish their Fairytale Legacy that should share the appropriate subtitle: A fortunate time, with an unfortunate president.

The economy prospered in the 90's because of the internet and dot com boom combined with the price of oil that hit a 5 year low in '93.

To prove how divisive the Clintons are: The Republicans won Congress for the first time in over 40 years in '94 and controlled it until this past November.

After 8 years of a Clinton administration we inherited the following Top 10 items:

10) Scandal
9) Another Scandal
disparate sentencing
7) bad trade policy (NAFTA)
6) dilapidated national infrastructure
5) bin Laden
4) 9/11
3) failing schools
2) bad health care
and
1) George W. Bush

The Clinton Administration of the 90's left us with no long term HOPE and now they want to sell us that broken promise. It's too late!!! We need UNITY in '08!

Vote for a CHANGE! Vote 4 Obama!

-CDR

Go OBAMA!!

"There's a interesting internet video out. No narration etc. Just Obama…I never said that we should try to go ahead and get a single payer… Just Obama….I am a proponent of single payer. He is quite adament on both views." – KAREN

Karen,

That video is a clear example of the Clintons cherry picking Obama's words to make him seem inconsistent. If you watch the entire clips (not shown of course) or if you knew Obama's positions, you would know that Obama has ALWAYS stated that, if he could set up healthcare FROM SCRATCH, then of course he would have recommend single payer.

BUT, since this country already has so many employers that already provide healthcare, the single payer option would not be efficient, i.e., it would be more efficient to get universal healthcare by requiring all employers to cover their employees, etc (since most employers already do).

These Clinton misrepresentations are just sad.

Obama's comments have been a gift to the corrupt Clinton machine. They know his meaning but cut it to pieces in order to attack him. I understand what he was saying — in his vision to unite — the good Republican ideas were to reach across party lines in order to get things done. Pure and simple. Why is this so hard to grasp?

Is Senator Obama ahead of his time? Does he need to break things down to amoeba level so the public can understand and so the Clintons will not poison his meaning?

Shame, shame, shame. Can we not run a decent campaign? It's been proven again and again that Clintons fight dirty. Their own words admit their corruption. They have been proven to be liars; Bill was nearly impeached … what does it take for this nation to react to dishonest politicians? Is it because they have managed to put so many people in their pockets? Or is it just the fear they peddle?

I never saw such a rotten pair – and it grieves me to the core that they are allowed to run rampant, causing tremendous harm & disservice to the constitution, the election process, and most grievously, the people of this blessed country.

Time someone stopped them.

Pray for the end to corruption – stop the Clintons NOW!

The Clintons have learned much from from the right wing. They are now using Bush's tactics to attack Obama. The opposite of what they say is true. When they attack him they also accuse him of the thing they are doing. For some reason the media stupidly follows along taking all the sheep with them. They are not only using Bush's tactics but every trick in the book. I must say Obama has handled these attacks better than I ever thought he could. I haven't seen any real mistakes at all, although a few have been made up. Still it will be very difficult to win when the major media backs the Clintons. I still don't know why the Dems seem to prefer their weaker candidates. Everyone knows all inside Republicans want Hillary to be the pick because she would be the easiest to defeat.

shes still lying about what he said JESUS!!!! what a horrible woman

Senator Obama reminds me of an old saying, "If you can't stand the heat, stay out of the kitchen

I very proud of Senator Obama. The rules of the game are simple. There are no rules. Senator Obama is doing an incredible job moving forward with the darts of accusations and foul play thrown to him by Hillary and Bill. Fear has made Hillary and Bill sink to unimaginable low down tactics. Hillary and Bill are afraid of the future that being Obama, President of the United States.

I strongly believe that this is getting ridiculous. Im very dissapointed in SENATOR Clinton. She faked a slight emotional break down and has took the attention and ran with it. Now she's getting out of hand attacking Obama. She definitely started the bitter slide to making this election focus more and more on race and gender – before her little scheme it was evident that maybe it just might not go there to that level, but after people felt sorry for her and pitied her weakness, it clearly pushed everything over the limit. If all the other candidates cried because they were frustrated – really?- where would we be now.

Obama can say whatever he wants, how much has Bush said over his presidency and no one relieved him from his "role" as president so to attack Obama because he stated another party has been the source of ideas is absolutely absurd.

Hillary needs not to be president – because it is more than ever evident that her husband is doing all the work. He is out of line for running this race for her – prime example: why is he doing her campaigning is South Carolina now! That's crazy. Last time i checked se's not running for President – or is he? No one elses spouses are taking their place in the key state at the time,

Ridiculous. > anybody but Hillary-dont be blinded by the tactics her and her power hungry husband are putting up.

I feel that it is unfair that mr.clinton can campagin in one state while his wife is in another none of the other candaties are. So it stands to reason that if she can't run for office on her own ,how can she run the office on her own. (tony from virginia)

All Obama has to do is cede the low road to the Clintons while he takes the
high road…and he wins. Their brand of slash-and-burn politics is starting
to wear out with voters. Let them fume. He should just grin. They attack.
He parries. Obama will win in South Carolina, and this will drive the self-
annointed into even a greater fury. Problems, problems, problems all day long.

I very proud of Senator Obama. The rules of the game are simple. There are no rules. Senator Obama is doing an incredible job moving forward with the darts of accusations and foul play thrown to him by Hillary and Bill. Fear has made Hillary and Bill sink to unimaginable low down tactics. Hillary and Bill are afraid of the future that being Obama, President of the United States.

The morning after-

HEAD OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY HOWARD DEAN SAID:

Hillary has said herself that President Reagan was one of her favorite presidents.

HILLARY HYPOCRISY at its finest.

It is my opinion that those who support Clinton in this presidency understand nothing about economics nor about standing as one United States of America.

You think the economy is bad now, wait until Clinton starts messing with the laws of the free market–thats when things are going to get really bad. Freezing mortgage rates will only bail out those who bought houses they couldn't afford in the first place. Not only that, mortgage companies will stop offering new mortgages all together or jack up the rate sky high. That will do wonders for the economy when people are spending the VAST majority of their income for shelter. Further, once rates are unfrozen, they will fly sky high for everyone! Thats not going to help in the long run, thats a short term "fix" (if you can call it that). And thats just one example…

Secondly, nothing will ever get done when you can't get the country on the same page. Hillary, as said so many times before me in these comments, can't even keep her own party together. How do you think independents, non-supporting Democrats, and the Republican party will react to these sorts of tactics?

Ignorance is definitely bliss! I don't mean to put anyone down, but I actually like what is going on in the primaries, bickering and all! What I find troubling is how tunnel-visioned a lot of folks on these tickers seem to be. I would have to say that a lot of people here seem to be lacking in "character judgment skills"! I say that because 75% of the comments against Barrack are based upon myths & fictions that have already been debunked or explained. I think the problem here has to do with attention deficit of a lot of Americans or maybe just plain old stupidity.

For example:
I've listened to Barrack talk of Ronald Reagan and the man (Ronnie) was a fantastic communicator that bridge the gap betweeen Republicans & Democrats a lot more so that any other including Clinton. Why are so many people reading so much more into this known fact than they ought to!

Where's my ship…Scottie,Scottie can you hear me…beam me the heck outta here the idiots are attacking…Scottie?

Hillary Clinton called this type of distortion and smear the "fun part" of the campaign. I think it would be fun for Obama supporters to start showing up at Clinton campaign events dressed as Pinocchio, with a nose they can extend for every lie and distortion that comes out of her and her surrogates' mouths.

THE CLINTONS ARE TRYING TO EVADE ANSWERING THE QUESTION AS TO WHY THEY RECENTLY MADE $20 MILLION DOLLARS DOING BUSINESS WITH MUSLIMS. SEEMS THEY WANT TO TALK ABOUT EVERYTHING BUT THAT. WHY IS THE MEDIA NOT MAKING THEM ANSWER TO THAT.

REALITY CHECK- OBAMA WILL WIN SC AND MAYBE A COUPLE OTHER SMALL STATES.
WHEN THE VOTE HITS THE BIG STATES, CALIFORINIA, TEXAS AND FLORIDA HILLARY WILL RUN AWAY WITH IT AND ALL THE CRY BABIES FOR OBAMA WILL CRY AND FINALLY GO AWAY FOR GOOD.
HILLARY IS THE MOST EXPERIENCED PERSON FOR THE JOB AND WILL BE OUR NEXT PRESIDENT.

A question to my fellow tickering Americans!

If all you were allowed to know about your choice for a President was one was a corporate trial lawyer, one was a civil rights lawyer and the other was a personal injury lawyer which of these candidates would you choose to run America???

My personal wisdom tells me that the trial lawyer is about big corporate money and personal gain and the personal injury lawyer is about their money only because a lot of them get more money from the cases they fight for than the actual plantiffs!

It's an easy pick my fellow Americans lets not botch this one, please!

Senator Clinton needs to answer this question before she becomes the Democratic nominee:

If the President of the United States lies under oath, should he or she resign or face Impeachment?

The Republican nominee will ask her this question, and Democrats who want her as their nominee should demand an answer before casting a vote for her in the primaries.

OH THE FRIGGIN BLEADING HEARTS!

WAR is a part of life. WAR has been a part of life. WAR will be a part of life, FOREVER! Get used to it~ it is human nature.

There was WAR between God and Lucifer.
There was WAR between Cain and Able.
There was WAR between the Israelites and Egypt.
There was WAR between Britain and the Colonists
There was WAR between Europe and Germany
There was WAR between the US and Japan.

The list goes on and on!

This is a WAR between Clinton and Obama.

The REPUBLICANS win this war.

Dear CNN,

is this only a platform for pro clinton comments?

All you HILLARY HATERS, Listen Up!

I don't think you guys are Democrats at all. I think you are all either Republicans or just plain naive folk. Period.

Why shouldn't OBAMA be questioned about his smooth talk? He was trying to court Republicans when he made that statement, but now that it BACKFIRED in his face, he is crying foul… AS ALWAYS!

Go HILLARY'08!!!

Jon,
Thank you for your words. They are what i like to say: I have followed Clinton for a year and she has always had a detail plan that she talks about. Not talking points. Hillary was running a very positive campaign and never even mentioned Obama or Edwards until they both attacked her. It is unfair to continue to blame Clinton, when she was taking the high road. Obama even gave interviews about if he were to go up in the polls he would have to attack Hillary, which he did. He has continued, he is just better at sliding it in under the radar. That I can see and I can not trust him. I know where Hillary is coming from. She is straightforward and has had every right to defend herself. Someone last night said it best. Obama hates negative attacks, unless he is the one doing it. Hillary has been nothing but consistant during this campaign. Her rallies are not flowers and promises, but real ways to help the American people. Guess thats not good enough for ratings as a bunch of prose about hope and change( by the way, still waiting to find out how he plans to accomplish this better than Hillary). Obama needs real plans, not just hope. Hillary has a strong plan to re-build America.

Be fair. . Obama .attacked Hillary first that night!!! Can you see the fact?

Hillary better be careful. Currently I'm also checking out other blogs right simultaneously and she is p*ssing off a great deal of Democrats, whom she will need if she get's the nod as the Democratic nominee… especially if its McCain (whom has the respect of both Independents and some Dems.) as the Republican Nom. She is not being very smart in her campaign tactics and this (mark my words) will come back to bite her in the arse in November!

Hillary actions have gone too low. She's at the end of her journey. American people have read the words spoken by Mr. Obama concerning the Reagan era. Most of us are educated to understand and comprehend what was spoken by Mr. Obama. She trying to create a fire where's there is not any smoke. She needs to get a grip on her campaign and her husband because her campaign is rolling down hill very fast.

Senator Clinton needs to answer this question before she becomes the Democratic nominee:

If the President of the United States lies under oath, should he or she resign or face Impeachment?

The Republican nominee will ask her this question, and Democrats who want her as their nominee should demand an answer before casting a vote for her in the primaries.

I was an obama voter untill all the media has sided with him to, only because he is an african american, I dont blame them because if there not they are labeled a racist. therefore im moving to hillary's side for the first woman president.

sorry "win".

Right On Anti Clinton Democrat! Well played.

Would someone explain the definition of "integrity" to this woman!
I am sorry but Hill comes off like a woman on a power trip and very selfish centered agenda….it has nothing to do with the American people! Beware America!

The Clinton folks seem to believe Obama won't be able to stand up to the Republican attack machine, but frankly there will be no new dirt to dig. Do Democrats actually believe that the country has forgotten about all of skeletons in Hillary's closet? Let's not forget that Bill is a liar. He was found guilty of pergering himself and perminately disbarred. Oh, that's right though, she only takes credit for his successes.

It is about time that someone told her to stop this infantile bickering and start talking issues, otherwise we will have another moron at the white house

I am so sick of this issue. Clearly he did not say he agreed with the ideas, he just said they HAD ideas. Good grief. And who can disagree with him when the democrats over the last ten years or so were nothing but a party that reacted to what the Republicans did. E.g., "We don't like privatized social security"; OK, so what's your idea to save the SS system, then?; "Well, I don't know, but it's not that." (crudely paraphrasing an interview of Nancy Pelosi by George Stephanopoulos).

Fabulous way to get things done, and all this coming from someone who agrees much more with democratic ideals (and probably would also agree with their ideas, if they actually came up with some!).

CLINTON is DIVISIVE….In her own party and between the parties. OBAMA is a guy that tries to consider other viewpoints and solutions to problems.

It's difficult to debate a divisive person but I think he pulled it off. But the problem is if the public doesn't see Clinton for who she really is, her tactics could win votes. I don't buy into her style of politics. OBAMA is what we need in America right now, not the typical, standard political approach that worked in the past but hopefully won't work in this election cycle.

If you want to pick a sure loser, go for Hillary. If you want change from the typical attack machine that shouldn't be tolerated (and I will not tolerate it and VOTE AGAINST IT), VOTE OBAMA or Edwards.

9/11 started in clintons era. The signs the threats started years ahead of time. Clinton pushed them aside thinking we had it covered. And Bush got the raw deal of it laid on him since it happened in his time. I dont agree with alot Bush has done. Most of us had to choose between him and John Kerry. The better of the two that would put us in a bigger hole we are already in not in currency speaking. Clintons may have seemed to fix things economically.. but at what cost? and dragging out Country thru the mud of all the scandals? I dont think that Clintons are the only ones that can get us back economically sound. I think these other canadates can do the same thing. Failed Healthcare reform while in office before. Just alot of failed things and scandals and I think this country is much better than that! Give someone new a chance. We had two bush's and look what happened the second time around.. lets not give the clintons another chance for ruining the USA repuation!

Is Obama running so short of Democratic supporters that he is now courting Republican turncoats or loyalists with his exhortation of the late Republican President Ronald Reagan? In doing so, Obama is no longer UNIFYING the Democrats for him, but dividing them into those who condemned his remarks downgrading the Democrats, and the diehards who don't care at all whatever praise Barack gave to the Republican Party or would give even to John McCain for that matter. The Democrats and their supporters should welcome the ad so that they can appreciate all the more the real character that Barack possesses. It raises the issue of Trust. Can Barack be trusted as a Democrat? If not, no amount of anti-Hillary hysteria and panic-ridden comments on the CNN political tickers will cover up for a growing mistrust for Barack. And that sheds more light on the reason Hillary should be the Democratic nominee for the White House. Welcome to the ad!

President Hillary Clinton + President Bill Clinton
This is ILLEGAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If she lies and twists the facts now she will do it again later! Obviously Billary has no problem lying to the American people!
BTW loved the Jerry Springer debate!

ALL THESE BLOGS ARE REPUBLICANS. HILLARY YOU ARE REAL DEAL. OBAMA NEEDS LEARN SOME MORE. THE TIME HIM AND EDWARDS ATTACKING HER NOBODY COMPLAIGN. WE TOLD YOU GUYS THAT SHE IS READY FOR THE RIGHT WING MACHINE.OBAMA ANI'T READY. HE IS CRYING LIKE BABY. REPUBLICAN WILL EAT HIM ALIVE.

I'm really surprised that Rwanda didn't come up the other night at the debate in South Carolina. It's a valid question because the next President will face this issues as there are still genocides going in central Africa.

I think to construe Sen Obama's words as a supporter of Reaganism, is disingenuous at least. While we Democrats may have contempt and disdain for the former President from California, we are doing ourselves a disservice not to recognize the changes that he made to America. Even if we do not agree with those changes. Look how many times his name comes up during a Republican debate, the Reagan effect was and is a long term change in direction of this country. He was able to get Republicans elected President in 88, 00 and 04. I look at this no different than acknowledging reality and the changes that resulted. How many people switched parties during the Reagan years? How many Reagan Democrats we out there? This is the type of transofrmative leader that Sen Obama wants to be. he never said one time, not one single time that he agreed with any of the policies or ideas. He is saying that we need to have policies and ideas that will be long lasting and affect this country for generations. President Clinton's glow was not even able to get his VP elected, that makes his Presidency a moment in time not a national transformation.

Here is a little tip for those negative campaign accusations on both sides. The law requires an attribution must appear (or be announced if it's radio) with the ad itself. See if the ad was paid for and-here's the key- and APPROVED by The Committee to Elect (Obama/Clinton'Edwards'McCain/Romney etc) or by some other organization that is not directly related to the campaign and is just doing its own, overzealous campaigning without the candidate's approval. Check the attribution. Then hold the right people accountable for negative ads. They all need to know it's not what we respond to or desire from our leaders.

Again, how can Obama say in the 90s the Rupublicans had the ideas. Am I confused, or wasn't it under a democratic president in the 90s we had a balanced budget, surplus (strongest economy in 40 years) and the U.S. had great foreign relations?

Obama admired some aspects for Reagan is that a reason to demonized his candidacy? T

WHATS WORSE????

Crediting Reagan for building a stronger republican party

OR

Voting to support Bush's plan to invade Iraq and his desires to invade Iran like Hillary did.

this continues to get more absurd by the day… semantics-based attacks in a neck and neck race are only making this more ridiculous, and are quite frankly turning me off to this entire process.

let's just decide which one of them is running for President and who will be the VP already…

is it Feb 5th yet?

"I don't want to present myself as some sort of singular figure. I think part of what's different are the times. I do think that for example the 1980 was different. I think Ronald Reagan changed the trajectory of America in a way that Richard Nixon did not and in a way that Bill Clinton did not. He put us on a fundamentally different path because the country was ready for it. I think they felt like with all the excesses of the 1960s and 1970s and government had grown and grown but there wasn't much sense of accountability in terms of how it was operating. I think people, he just tapped into what people were already feeling, which was we want clarity we want optimism, we want a return to that sense of dynamism and entrepreneurship that had been missing."

So basically what he is saying is the Reagan changed the "trajectory of America" in a way that Bill Cliton did not. That is the pivitol sentence there. It implies that Bill Clinton did nothing to change the trajectory of America. It gives a sense of sides Regan vs Clinton. He does imply that one is better than the other just from that sentence.

This is actually what he said in entirety. I see alot of people commenting on it, but no one actually quotes him.

Lana, I remeber the 90's and I'm no kid. The times were largely good economically. We felt safe, for the most part. Guess what? We can't relive the past. We live in an entirely different world- and it's not generational. It has nothing to do with the presumptuiosness of youth or the theory of entitlement- it has to do with disillusionment with American Government. We feel let down and fed up and mislead. We feel foolish for believing in the wrong people to do the right thing. This is an exciting time! People are getting involved in the process again. They believe again that their voices will be heard! Edwards and Obama capture that spirirt and can run with it. Hillary is too stuck reveling in the past to even get it.

You can try to side step this one Obama. Yet we all heard and read your statements about the Republicans and Reagan. You were holding them in a more positive light than President Clinton, whom you mentioned only to take a swipe. You cannot deny it to those of us who refuse your media love fest campaign. I guess you're not so above sleazy tactics. You are simply smoother at behaving the "Victim." Wow, you sure have that victim role down. Rezko needs a whole lot more looking into.

OOOObama the street tag

This Clinton tag-team strategy is going to work against them. People will realize how dishonorable this fight is, when you pit 2 pros against 1. When the smear campaign on Obama is coming from 2 mouths, Obama's voice sometimes gets lost. But the cheapness of this strategy is not lost on the American public, and Obama just has to stay valiant and fight back in what way he can. If he does that, the Clintons will end up with a Pyrrhic victory – they will have won the smear campaign, but lost the respect of the public.

Bill and Hillary you are the hope for this great nation.
god be with you.

Lana,

You apparently have selective memory as well. In the 90's under the Clinton White House… there were several genocides going on… However the Clinton Administration addressed the one in Bosnia, in Europe, but completely ignored the millions that were being slaughter in Rwanda, and the Congo. As a matter of RECORD, Both Bill Clinton and Madeline Albright (Secretary of State), both denied and refused to refer to Rwanda as a genocide even after the press continue to pressure them into defining the atrosity.

Yes the economy was doing exceedingly well, and you can thank the genuises of the day… Greenspan, Gates, Jobs, dot.coms for the bull market and job growth in technology. However many who did not have access to quality education and liveable wages got left behind during the great Clinton boom. Also Alan Greenspan's gift as brilliant economist, and the dreamers like Gates, Jobs and others in the technology world were more responsible than Mr. Clinton for the economic success of the 90's. Of course aren't we paying a price today for the great success of that period with the disappointing outcomes of Nafta and Globelization?

Personally I don't care what they say about each other unless I can see , read , or hear the source itself. In this case the old adage applies , if you don't wantto read i it in the papers the next morning , don't do or say it. Obama gave away some Republican leanings. But , the news people have the chance to ask poignant and interrogatory questions but , instead at the debates throw softballs or bring up out of context meaningless slights by one campaign or the other to start a spitting match. Not one person at the debates asked how they were going to handle immigration reform , lobbyists , China trade , Hugo Chavez , —and all of these issues affect at the foundation , our ECONOMY!!!! Wake up . Are they , the powerful , once again going to be allowed to draw us into a racial divide , sparked by some well planted turncoats. ? After 59 years here I am growing remorsefully ashamed of us.

It is very sad to see that people of this great country are falling for CLINTON's BS…and MSM is promoting that…

He's absolutely right . The news people have the chance to ask poignant and interrogatory questions but , instead at the debates throw softballs or bring up out of context meaningless slights by one campaign or the other to start a spitting match. Not one person at the debates asked how they were going to handle immigration reform , lobbyists , China trade , Hugo Chavez , —and all of these issues affect at the foundation , our ECONOMY!!!! Wake up . Are they , the powerful , once again going to be allowed to draw us into a racial divide , sparked by some well planted turncoats. ? After 59 years here I am growing remorsefully ashamed of us.

Chris, good point! Obama, and Edwards should continue to speak on his ideas and his HOPE for the United States of America and the World! If the Clintons attack with the usual foul brand of campaign tricks, respond in kind by underscoring how desperate one must be to stoop so low. That's the kind ad Obama should respond with, underscore what that says about the 'character' of the one who is attached to such venom.

The Clinton's are bringing shame on this country , and it is sad. They are so self seeking. For them it has nothing to do with the American people. Win at any cost and to hell with the people.

If Bill is a "brother", then why is he not in prison?
Many more "brothers" are in American prison for far less than what Bill Clinton has done!

But he is out there giving the living hhhh to America! Eight more years of Clintons? I don't think so!

If anyone really heard Obama the whiner, what he said is "Ronald Reagan changed the trajectory of America in a way that Richard Nixon did not, and in a way that Bill Clinton did not.. he put us on a fundamentally different path." Now I don't know about you, but if you say that he changed the trajectory of America in a way others have not, then you are giving him credit for doing something the others could not do (especially Democrats). But that is completely not true from a Democratic view (Repub will obvioulsy disagree). Bill Clinton changed the trajecotry of America for more minorities than most presidents in America. Also what about child health insurance to name a few. He is not coined the First Black President for nothing. Plain and simple, he created a lot of jobs and programs for so many that one would argue CHANGED THE TRAJECTORY of AMERICA (in a way Reagan did not do). So from a Democrats point of view, Obama committed a sin. Moreover, if I were Hillary, I would call Obama on that and basically tell him with his own words, so basically you don't think creating more jobs for minorities that the past 5 presidents changed the trajoectgory of America??? HILLARY is the winner of that point, and I am sorry, Obama is just so darn wishy washy, he is slippier than an oily fish.
His campaign can deceitfully twist the obvious reference from Bill Clinton that Obama's votes since 2004 on the Iraq war is a fairy tale to somehow change the meaning to the lying smear Obama's camp promoted that his whole presidential campaign is one. Now if Obama's camp can make such a lie (inlcuding his wife Michelle who clearly referenced this in an angry speech she gave) which has now turned this campaign into a white v. black (all due to OBAMA's People), then please don't tell me Hillary can't call Obama on hie ridiculous Ronald Reagan admirational rants!!!

I watched the entire hour long video. He said he didn't agree with the ideas of the republican party. If you only take a min. out of it you can make it say whatever in handy for a Clinton campaign. What he actually said was that JFK in the 60's and Ronald Reagan in the 80's brought about change. They did! B.O. then went on to say he did not agree with Ronald Reagan on the issues. I wish more people would get the whole story instead of taking what is convenient.

Um, Nick in Denham Springs Louisiana! Hillary Clinton had VERY LITTLE TO SAY ABOUT THE PLIGHT OF GULF COAST FLOOD VICTIMS POST KATRINA! As a former First Lady, that alone would have given her a platform on which to reach out to the horrible suffering that is still going on. When a state doesn't have someone speaking out on their behalf, it is incumbent on others to. Which is why Edwards and Obama have both addressed the issue of natural disaster in terms of environmental issues, poverty, and those who voices are usually unheard. This is the true spirit of a Democracy, and in particular the Democratic Party of the 20th Century, remember?

I believe it was Obama's campaign that put out the add stating Hillary Clinton does not respect the latino community. Too bad for Obama that Latinos in Nevada have some brain cells. The anti-Hillary ad had nothing to go on. To me, a Democrat; the Republican comment made me cringe. The Republicans have been brutal with the Democrats. Now they are trying to blame the Democrats as the do nothing Congress, under this cold and callous administration. Oh no they don't! I remember….If we want Republicans to vote with us, they can. There is no way I am selling our party out. The Republicans have had it wrong all along.

Actually Alice, there is alot more to keeping the economy going then the "fiscally responsible bills" you suppose the republican congress brought to Clinton. So while you may think the republican congress was responsible the prosperity of the 90's I would have to protest. I am not saying Clinton was either but lets be clear the MAJORITY of the credit goes toward the cyclical nature of the economy.

The problems we are experiencing now are a result of a lack of regulation (big business republican policy) and the actions of the Fed over stimulating the economy with rediculously low interest rates for toooooo long.

As George Stephanopolis said the other night, seeing Bill Clinton on the campaign trail is more of the past, and not change of or for the future.
Two Clintons is NOT better than one, and Hillary has no idea how many people simply dislike her, and will not vote for her, regardless of party.

Add:

At the rate on the Clintons dirty campaign tactics, Bill and Hillary are making it difficult for a number of Democrats to be inspired to vote for them in November.

American does not need Billary!! They already disgraced the White House once! We do not need for it to happen again!!

From the nastiness of many of the comments here, I would say both Obama AND Clinton could split the party. Personally, I'm tired of the Clintons' sense of entitlement and Bill's antics (and I used to really like him). I will vote for Obama or Edwards but I will vote Republican if Hillary is the Dem's nominee.

I wish that the Clinton campaign would read the entire transcript of Obama's comments. To pull a phrase out by itself is irritating, to say the least.

I agree with many of the writers: anyone but Clinton on the democractic ballot. Sad as I feel about this, I can't think of anything said that will lead me to vote for this woman.

There is one fact that resounds loud and clear from most of the comments posted on this story: this nation maybe farther away from unity and diversity than it has ever been. The vitrolic and anger-driven comments presented by commenters do a major disservice to this election and our country. This is, after all, an election — a time when differences of opinion, strategy and tactics are presented to the public in the hopes of persuading people. Each of us is responsible for sorting through all the messages and presentations and determining whom we wish to support. Nothing about that process should produce the acrimomy and name calling that I see posted here. Not supporting one candidate or another, does not give someone to right to spew forth the kind of charges and language posted here. How can there be compliants about "dirty politics", if so many of the comments contain language much worse than anything put out by any of the campaigns. I think everyone should take a deep breathe and then express their support for their candidate in positive terms and not participate in the very thing they are complaining is coming from the candidates.

So the Clintons have done it again, taken only a portion of Obama's words here and not all of them. They've taken only part of what he said about Reagan here and turned it around to fit into their own attack against him. Since when can we not speak about past presidents, take something of which they did and speak about it. The Clintons know exactly what Obama was speaking about yet they twist it into their own, and show just the liars and cheaters and deceivers they are! Because they know since Hillary really has no experience this is the only way she can win elections.

I have to laugh when I read these comments of outrage. Is this your first election? Is this the first ad you've seen in this election? Come on! Let me educate you. This is quite commonplace in US politics and Obama himself does the same thing. He just like everyone else picks and chooses what they say and its never the whole truth.

The strangest thing to me though is how outraged the media seems to be by it this time and how they just keep harping on it. I myself could be bias but I don't think I have seen one negative story about Obama on CNN. Trust me being from Chicago I KNOW they are out there.

All you Obama supporters answer this; Why is your candidate selling us on Republicans while dissing a Democratic President, during the DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY? I remember Republicans very well; they take from the poor to bring comfort to the rich! They igonored us with Katrina! They ignore us on education, health. They don't ignore our privacy, our gender, our race all useful tools with which they are trying to divide us. That is POOR JUDGEMENT!

Hillary sites bad economic policy the last 10 – 15 years. Does she not realize her husband was president for eight of those years?

When will our nation realize that politics as a family business is bad for our country (isn't the current administration proof enough).

No hope in site for the next four year term.

The Clintons are in denial. Bill Clinton was impeached. He has no shame. I think he should seek help. They need to go home. He is a born liar.

Vote For John McCain

Those against Clinton's don't remember the 90's. Negatives went positive. The young voters don't know how good the 90's were. They are full of dreams and expectations that everything is owed them. They tend to forget it takes a lot of work to advance. Smooth words won't cut it. Education helps, but does not make one instantly knowledgable. Republicans hope Obama wins because they can win against him! God help us all!

DLAF, for your information it would be much easier for a Republican to win against a Clinton. Wake up! It is a fact that the MAJORITY of Independents HATE Hillary Rodham Clinton and will not vote for her in November! The majority of people on this site or just merely pointing out the 'fly in the ointment' that is atypical Clinton Dirty Campaign Tactics!

Has anyone noticed that Hillary is already dividing the nation by ruthlessly attacking R's and Independants?

The wedge is being set! At least Obama is trying to invite everyone to the table. Hillary says things like "only democrats know how to fix this country".

If she is elected we will see the worst years of politics in our history. Not necessarily because of her policies but because she will divide us all. Anger and tabloid news will ratchet up immensely.

Don't do that to our country!

Sen. Clinton has substance & experience. Obama is superficial with no experience and will never get the nomination. Sen Clinton can easily beat any republican.

HILLARY HAS DEMONSTRATED THAT SHE CAN NOT LEAD OR CAMPAIGN W/OUT BILL.

AND THAT ALONE MAKES HER UNFIT TO BE PRESIDENT.

Not entirely true Nancy. Though Bill and company are quite gracious to accept all the credit for the balanced budget in the 90's….some, if not the majority, of the credit goes to a fiscally responsible Republican run Congress, who provided him spending bills worthy of signature. I realize it is an "inconvenient truth" but them's the facts. To believe Hillary will balance the budget with a Democrat controlled Congress and a whole boat load of entitlement programs on her docket, is just plain naive.

Actually, the debt was reduced because this country was in "peace time" and at the same time enjoying great economic success (mainly due to technology), at the same time President Clinton signed off on BUDGET CUTS to a great many programs that were aiding poor people in this country, which is why school violence rose, high school dropouts increased, and the prison population skyrocketed.

God, I am sick of how this Clinton's have turned this primary season into such an ugly affair. Hillary, please just go away and let us have a leader who can actually inspire us to better things.

To all the nice folks who keep writing go hillary (I intentionally used small letters in her name). It should be go to H–L hillary and take the cheating dog with you. ABC-Anybody But Clinton.

In my humble opinion, I can only say that i lived thru Reaganomics, and what a disasterous plan that was, and I also lived thru the Clinton years, and i can say this much: I started a corporate high paying salary where i was able to BUY a home, got married, had two Kids, and living the American dream. Mr Jr. Senator has experience on many issues, and to name a few, Forighn policy, education, health care………etc. Just because he says that he is up for CHANGE, I can tell that and may be one day i can be a president. being on the streets of Illinois, helping the poor and the projects is a noble thing, but DOES NOT constitute to sit at the helm in the White House.

Believe it or not, I cannot vote, I am not a citizen, but what fare is fare.

Obama needs to take his kid gloves off and back slap the Clinton's with some reality checks as it relates to their shortcomings and mis-dealings.

Come on Obama I know it's hard for you to personally fight dirty, forget letting the commercial ads do it, you need to attack the morals and integrity of the Clintons!

Don't get mad, just get even!!!

Hillary & Bill continue to distort Obama's statements and to deny their praise for Regan. I am opposed to all of this distortion and the media not calling them on it at the time although Bill has gotten into it with 2 reporters now. The fact is that the republicans are leaderless at this point and only a Clinton nomination will bring them together. Stop the distortions and let us decide on a candidate on the issues. I had hoped the party would understand this. After 7 years of lies to the American public being truthful is an issue in this election but the polls aren't even asking how important it is in a candidate.

Well if he didn't think they were GOOD ideas, then maybe he should have…oh, I don't know…STATED THAT???

How many times has this happened already?? Gives vague answers, sees how the public responds, then says, "Oh that's not what I meant" or "that's not what I said" or "you are taking it out of context." Whatever! Have some substance in your statements and quotes then!

HILLARY CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT 2008

FWH… I love this quote! "Adversity does not develop character, but reveals character." Uh… Mrs. Clinton your true colors are beginning to show. Are you going to have Bill run around the world during diplomatic crisis name calling and lying on the other leaders when they call you out?

Barbie (January 23, 2008 4:21 pm ET),

You are wrong! The Hispanic community know Hillary is with them! The Hispanic community know better than to fall for your garbage. You are probably a registered republican or a Obama supporter who wants the Latino vote to go his way..No way! Hispanics for Hillary all the way !!!

Hillary 08′

It is entirely appropriate for the former president to campaign for his wife. It is also entirely inappropriate for the former president to spin, attack, and intentionly distort the comments and record of an opposing candidate. It is beneath the office he once held and beneath the position he now holds. But I guess such behavior is apparently not beneath him. I had hoped he was sufficently humbled after his many scandols while in public office and I expected Hillary to set a higher standard of conduct in her campaign. I admire Hillary and was leaning towards her until Bill's behavior, apparently sanctioned by her, convinced me to question her trustworthiness.

Why doesn't somebody somewhere in the political arena point out that Iraq is a failed oil war, and needs to be vacated. The President's father also waged an oil war which stabalized the area in that respect. The deceit spun upon the American people is, in my mind, unforgivable, the nearly $300 billion of debt to other nations unconscionable, and the lies without substance or validity. A sorry decent of this great country into the political never never land.

You are right on Hilliary….Obama should have kept his mouth shut about the great ideas of the republicans and talked about the great ideas of the Democrats…

Now I supooses the stimulus coming to us $500-$800 whill be scaled to the higher incomes….give the $800 to the highest incomes, huh?

THIS is EXACTLY why we can not elect either person! The Clintons and Obama are not capable of resolving their OWN differences, so how in the HELL can either one of them resolve the greater differences bewteen the parties, let alone be able to solve problems between Israelis and Palestinians? Or Iranians and Americans? Or North Koreans and the free world?
These two groups make me sick~ it is like something out of the 1800's. The person that benefits the most is Edwards, and the Republicans are LOVING THE DIVISIONS!
Thanks toe Bill Clinton for not keeping his mouth shut. Thanks to HIllary for letting Bill keep going, and thanks to Obama for the fuel into the fires.
At this point, McCain or the Republican candidate will walk into the White House since the Democrats have proven time and time again that they can not handle the differences within theor own party, let alone the problems around the world.

Hillary has admitted in public (and in tears) that she is running for the presidency because it's a personal issue for her. So in other words, she is not interested in what the country needs – but she's interested in what she needs to feed her increasingly large ego. She will say or do anything it takes, and that includes smearing someone as genuine as Barack.

Bill Clinton appears to be senile. His comments are not coherent, he goes to sleep in public and on worldwide TV, and he looks awful. He needs to go back to New York or Arkansas (or wherever the Clintons claim their home is these days). Take a nap Bill.

As for Hillary, she's a nice guy, but she needs to shut her pie hole.

OBAMA IS DONE WHEN HE WINS IN SOUTH CAROLINA—IT IS ALL HILLARY AFTER THAT—THANK GOD–LETS GET BACK TO THE ISSUES.

-HILLARY HAS 35 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE .
-SHE HAS WORKED TIRELESSLY TO UPLIFT THE LIVES OF EVERY AMERICAN FROM THE TIME SHE LIVED IN ILLINOIS, TO FIRST LADY OF ARKANSAS ,TO THE TIME SHE MOVED TO NEW YORK .
- SHE WILL BE READY TO BE COMMANDER -IN-CHIEF ON DAY ONE.
-MOST FOREIGN LEADERS HAVE ALREADY SAID THEY SUPPORT HER.
-SHE WILL STAND UP TO THE OIL COMPANIES AND FORCE THEM TO LOWER THE PRICE OF GAS.
-SHE WILL PUNISH COMPANIES THAT SHIP JOBS OVERSEAS.
-THERE WILL BE FREE EDUCATION & FREE HEALTH-CARE FOR ALL.
-THERE WILL BE PROGRAMS TO ALLOW AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
-SHE WILL CREATE JOBS AND OTHER INCOME-GENERATING PROJECTS FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO BE ENTREPRENEURS OR SMALL BUSINESSMAN.
-THERE WILL BE JOBS FOR EVERYONE.
-SHE WILL STIMULATE INVESTMENT.
-SHE WILL RAISE THE MINIMUM WAGE.
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Why doesn't Obama hammer the Clintons on who signed NAFTA and what it has done to our Country ever since? Bill Clinton and his view of globalization was dead wrong.

If Hillary and Bill have nothing to hide why don't they open up their letters to public review at the Clinton Library? Don't think a Clinton administration is going to be any less secretive as a Bush administration.

Obama is a uniter. He gave Republicans props. What's wrong with that? When its time for the general election, the undecided Republicans will appreciate his praise.

Why does Hillary act like Democrats should HATE Republicans? Obama doesn't hate any of his fellow Americans, he just disagrees. I appreciate his respect for his competition.

Well, at least when Bill Clinton was in the Whitehouse he got rid of our debt completely. Now look at it…..The Republicans have run it up to 9 trillion and no telling how much higher it will be before Hiliary takes over…..it can't be too soon for me…..you go Girl!!!!!!!

What Obama said about the Republican party during the 90's was absolutely correct. It wasn't praise, it was a simple statement of historical fact. While the Republicans were putting forth their "Contract With America," the Democrats were doing what?

How else do you explain why Congress went to the Republicans during Bill Clinton's presidency?

Sadly, some would rather misconstrue and misrepresent what another person says in order to "win" an election.

Sadly, you can't say much of anything these days except "God Bless America" without someone twisting your words for their own gain.

Hillary will always belittle someone else. She is mistaken about Mr. Obama's remarks, and has taken them out of context.

She'll do anything to have the spotlight on her.

I don't know who I will vote for in November.

But I do know that I will NEVER vote for Ms. Clinton.

CNN, how much longer my comments in support of Sen. Clinton will be under moderation!? Seems Odd.

The funny thing about this posting board is that MOST of the Obama supporters are probably registered Republicans…hahaha…They will not vote for Obama even if (by a long shot) he gets the nomination! HAHAH…They don't want Hillary because they know she will win. WAKE UP PEOPLE! WAKE UP!

These Obama supporters are ACTUALLY registered REPUBLICANS. They pretend to be for Obama and they are just hoping and praying he wins!

New Jersey for Hillary come Super TuesdaY! WOOHOOO

MSNBC prominently displays the conclusion of factcheck.org that the Clintons' claim that Obama expressed support for the Reagan policies is false and misleading.

This is exactly the kind of strategy that George Bush has used to gain temporary support for his misguided policies. Do we want another dishonest president?!

to mani from new jersey. the clintons don't love this country, they just love the power they are able to exercise in this great country. they will try to beat down anyone who questions to question them.

I"m 70yrs old and a student of American politics. I've worked for JFK,RFK, Clinton Kerry and was leaning toward Sen Obama, seeing him as a candidate with real potential who happened to be African American. Cafferty is very wrong when he states that Hillary is making Obama the Black candidate. I ask you to replay the clip you provided from Oprah's effort with Obama in SC. Oprah made Obama the black candidate. Watch the clip """ Orpah chanting " we`can't wait no mo !!!!!".
I suddenly realized Obama as a person to bring us together was not real and he has not been tested in the vetting process so I was wrong and will now support Hillary. Cafferty your animus toward Hillary clouds your judgement. Check out the clip.

I am amazed the Clinton campaign has any support left after their continual distortion of Obama's words. Anyone who is concerned about this latest attack needs to check Obama's website for the truth. They have dedicated a portion of their website to combating all of the rumors and lies. Everytime the Clinton's open their mouths it becomes clear why citizens don't trust politicians. I can only imagine what is next. Truely sad.

The Clinton's, Obama nor Edwards will ever be the person or President that Ronald Reagan was. Bill Clinton spends his time screaming at a reporter about framing the election about things the voters don't care about and at the same time attacks Obama for things the voters don't care about. No surprise though. Why should we be shocked that the party that cares less about morals and the unborn are hypocrites in their everyday lives. What a sad waste of their abundant God-given gifts and talents.

Frankly, I would rather see HRC win the Democratic nomination, because I think Obama has a better chance in a national election against a McCain, Romney, etc.

However, it is easy to understand the approach the Clintons have taken. HRC truly believed her own press, that she was the annointed Democratic nominee. Now that she is being challenged, now that she is suffering some adversity, she is responding in perhaps the only way she knows.

Remember, adversity does not develop character. Adversity reveals character.

I listened to Obama's remarks about Ronald Reagan and the Clinton's are maliciously twisting his words to try to help their campaign. I wish all American voters would just listen to the interview with Obama to see exactly what the said and what the Clintons are doing. If these are the kind of people t(the Clintons) that want to run our country and people are so gullible that they take their word for it without seeking the truth, then America is in more trouble than I thought. Don't be so blinded by your illusion of a candidate that you are unwilling to look at each candidate objectively. It is very easy to see that what Obama is saying in the interview is not what the Clintons are now claiming.

lCome on you Obama cry babies. He said it.. Face it. He started the attacks in the debate. She answered. I was proud of her. Go hillary.

The Clintons have shamed this country enough , they are repulsive.

I can't believe you Obama lovers have so much hate in your heads. Bill Clinton is the only popular Democratic president since JFK . From the first day the right wing
Republican party try to discredit him and we all know what Ken Starr did after 7 years and millions of dollar. Bill & Hillary were the center of Republican party attack for last 16 years. They did represent the Democratic party ideas and principles in general. If you are expose for so many years I am sure they made some mistakes too. I undeastand some like new and fresh face and idea for new president some like experience and change together would do better. What I can't believe is that some of Obama supporters have so much hate towards Bill & Hillary as if they were with Republican party for the last 16 years. So much personal and disrespectfull attacks on part of Obama supporters are not warranted. if Obama and his supporters running on unity and one America then how can you do that if you can't even be civil and have so much hate against our own Democratic candidate. How can you unit the Democrats and Republicans if you can even handel the Democratic nomination dabates. Are you going to whine when you confront the Republican candidate and this is your way of uniting the country ! I think Hillary and Bill has the experience to run the country and confront the Republican in general election.Do you think if Obama was white he would recieve more than 80% of black vote in South Carolina ?
Another thing if Obama wins I would vote for him, because any of Democratic candidates better than any Republican candidates by far. you are dividing the Democratic party by your hatred of Hillary and Bill. You are going to divide the country more in general election because the Republican are going to do a lot more than Clintons to you and you are going to hate them a lot more. I don't thint you are going to unite the country by being so negative and personal.

Bob T.

He said IDEAS he didn't say they were GOOD ones. And he's right. Just for the last 6+ years have been the democrats 'bending over' for the Republicans. Its sickening that she doesn't save this rhetoric for the people she is really supposed to be opposing. Doesn't this remind you a little bit of what Bush did to McCain in 2000?

This is what makes people who really care about politics and who to vote for, not care anymore.
I wish they would all grow up and focus on what is important to this country:
economy, healthcare access, education to name but a few.

David in Arizona: re Reagan…. you've NOT got it straight…. Reagan's economic policies darned near put America's farmers under. You ought to look at that before crowing about him. Everyone should dig deeper on this.

RM Tobey, you are disgusting. Gender does not make you intelligent or not intelligent, or capable or not. Closed-mindedness, however, does.

For months and months, I've been telling my Hillary-supporting friends that she 1) has too much baggage to successfully survive a general election and 2) will try to compensate for her gender by attacking any and all competition. She not only let down the Democratic party with her attacks and lies, but also all young women like myself who would have rather seen a confident woman who relied on her issue positions and experience to ward off opponents rather than dirty tricks that she has said she is "far above".

bsr January 23, 2008 3:12 pm ET

How have Obama supporters "stayed positive"?

…There is so much complaining and finger pointing done by those who support Obama, the complete irony is almost too much to handle.

You guys would blame Hillary Clinton if Obama came down with a headcold; all she has turned into for you is a scapegoat. Stop with the bandwagon and mob mentality – listen to yourselves, it's ludicrous.

How can you not see all the negative press that has been intentionally thrown at HRC? Don't be such sheep.

For a guy who is running on a platform of changing the Washington ways and mentality,Senator Obama has certainly emulated much of Washington culture in his campaign.Start with the big money campaign,lining up support from the seasoned Washington insiders like Senators Kerry,Leahy and unnamed Republicans,stealing from the Republican playbook of personal attacks,and on and on and on.And this is the guy who is going to bring people together?To reach out to foes as well as friends?To change the way Washington operates?Judging by his campaign,he sure loves the way Washington operates!

To the Hispanic community who think Hillary Clinton is going to get you a step closer to becoming an American citizen… good luck, you'll need it. The Clintons are very good at giving you crumbs and convincing you that they would have given you more if only the evil Republicans would have agreed. The truth is… the Clintons will push forth legislation that they know will be rejected, as opposed to a compromise that has a shot, why? Well… this way they can claim "we tried!" Don't be played in '08!

I think that we should label Clintons' behaviors as "Clintonism" – his and her legacy in this country's politics. People say that it's Clinton's strategy to drag Obama into a fight. I say no. It's not that Clinton has a strategy; it is that they have no any other stratigies but blaming and attcking anyone on their way. The nasty, negative, and mean spirited approach they have showed is simply what they are. Do we need such a leadership in this country??

Why is it Obama is now jumping and pounding his desk, his ad campaign against Hillary in Nevada was worse and totally false, not even a single hint of truth. It's his own words use in the ads, let him negate that.

I support John Edwards, but FAIR IS FAIR. If you can't take the heat Obama, get out of the kitchen.

You start the dig on Hillary last Monday night, now you're whining like a little boy because your playmate is not nice after you throw sand all over her face.

Clayburn and Daschle are out of line, these two jokers should sit in the corner and shutup.

And I thought Repukes had the monopoly on hypocracy! When Clinton makes accurate observations of Obama, its an attack. But when Obama does it, it's ok. This all makes me sick. So sick, I might re-register as an Independent, and vote for Mickey Mouse in November!

The focus is ONLY on Clinton and Obama. I sure wished that Dennis Kucinich could have been invited to ALL the debates. He is far more REAL than any of the others. I am so sick of all their attacks on each other.

For a while there I was actually undecided about these two. But this lying and distortion from Hillary (who is my Senator, unfortunately) pretty much clinches it. Go Obama!

I am somewhat disappointed by Hillary’s desire to fight a negative campaign instead of staying on message. She and her husband, Bill is engaging themselves in fighting in the trenches of SC, there is no need to do that. I believe it can be a costly mistake down the road and as soon as super Tuesday, Feb 5, 2008, The former president (Bill Clinton) should know better, and if he doesn't know by now, then he should be blame for hurting the chances of his wife in her bid to fulfill that dreams. You would think, they would be working on stronger national issues at this stage of the campaign and not be bugged down in petty bickering; This campaign is seriously lacking the kind of leadership that would truly make her the front runner in this drive.

Dave

For Goodness sakes! Barack was referring to the fundamental shift that this country underwent when Reagan was voted in. He wasn't defending Reagan's policies nor was he glamourizing them! He wasn't praising Reagan and what he did, he simply pointed out that as an agent of change, good or bad, Reagan was the figure head and arbiter of that political shift.
Obama now stands as the only candidate in this field who represents what Reagan represented in 1980; the only candidate who can reshape the political landscape

The more and more Hillary shows her face. The less and less I like her.

The quote by Obama severely out of context. It hurts my critical thinking sensibilities.

Then again politics in general hurt my sensibilities.

I tend to get riled up by cheering for Obama and hating Hillary. But the truth is after one gets elected, nothing will change.

I like to think that a vote for Obama IS for some thing different. He at the very least inspires with HOPE. Hillary and others inspire with fear, just like Bush did in '04.

Eh.

Eric, it goes to show you how much you really know. Hillary has never cried. Stop misleading on this subject. Its stupid and has nothing to do with the state of our nation. Hillary is strong and will be a great President.

Ok , i admit that until this race started between Barack and Hillary.. I was a Clinton supporter. The reason I have converted over is because Hillary is using almost everyone that was in Bill's party including Bill Clinton to drum up votes.. He was the president almost 10 years ago.. How much has all of our lives changed since 10 years AGO..I am voting for Barack for FRESH NEW IDEAS…People have to understand we can't take over the white house with the same old politics and the same old people. Barack is someone who understands that we have to have unity as Americans in order to solve some of Americas problems…THAT IS WHAT AMERICA NEEDS!!! OBAMA 8′

It seems like there is a lot of name calling going around; however, neither Obama or Clinton are sticking with the issues. They are spreading a lot of he say, she say around, thinking the American people are all idiots. This is becoming very rediculous. I think I may look twice at Edwards, he seems to be the only democratic candidates who wants to talk about something other than "themselves." Lets stick with the issues please.

My vote is for a republican if Hillary/Bill gets the nomination. I am a die-hard democrat and it pains me to even write this.

Trent.

Jim

You can't be serious? I'm failing to pick up the sarcasm.

You…looked..on..the …net….to see if Billary is telling the TRUTH???

Wow….

Maybe we can we export all the people named Jim to China or Mexico to make up for the trade imbalance that the Clinton's started in the first place.

Newsflash to Clintonistas: It is not whining when Obama sets the record straight. The way Hillary is spinning what he says is completely inaccurate. There's no question Reagan was transformative–but not necessarily in a good way. And, it's pretty obvious to any student of history that Reagan and the Republicans had the majority of ideas during the 80s (and the support to get them implemented).

You can certainly make this case without supporting any of them. I've watched the interview, I've watched Obama explain just that in the debate, and still…the attacks keep coming.

This is inaccurate and dishonest spin by the Clintons…pure and simple. Clintonistas that don't see this are completely blind. And, since when did the Clinton campaign become a bastian for truth-telling. Apparently you can't remember back beyond 8 years, which is sad.

Incidentally, I have no issue whatsoever when Hillary questions his record. She should–just like he should question hers. But the distortions and lies are getting too much. I'm still undecided to this point, but the Clinton dog and pony show is getting really old.

I hope he continues to defend himself against such scurrilous attacks.

The bottom line is that Hillary and Republicans have the most in common.

They all want to get into their time machines and go back to yesterday – we need a guy like Barrack Obama who can fix this country – if we don't find someone soon, it's over for us.

Any thoughts I had about voting for Hilary are gone. Now I see that the Clinton tactics are based in lies, fabrication, greed and self-centeredness. She feels the country owes her the presidency, that the White House is hers. Notice how she's changed her voice and presentation after the praise she got for her tear? It will be a disasterous day if she wins as the people will have, once again, failed to read and educate themselves beyond tv; they will have, once again, elected a president they didn't know, one who so easily duped them into voting for him (Bush). And President Clinton, boy oh boy does she have him whipped!

So Obama may thank the Clintons for showing their true selves and me for my vote!

Obama made the stupid quote. Now, it's coming back to hurt him. His words were not taken out of context. He praised Regan and the Republicans. End of story. Besides his camp is known for twisting what the Clintons say, i.e,. "fairytale", LBJ and "I don't want to see this country go backwards." None of those statements were racist. Funny, Obama doesn't mind using the race card when it's to his advantage.

As far as the Clintons' past, everyone knows their skeletons. That's old news and nobody cares. The Clintons have not done anything legally wrong. If they had, Ken Starr would've found a way to put them in jail. The worse Bill is done is had affairs. Most men have affairs, even those who pretend to be so holy and righteous. It's so funny, the Republicans used to always talk about family values, but I think Hillary is a great example of family values. When her marriage got hard, she stuck by her husband and her daughter, just like her vows said, "for better or worse."

Go Hillary!

The "attack with lies and 1/2 truths" style of campaigning needs to end. We are smarter than that. We are better than that. We can make a decision based on the candidates who inspire us to follow their leadership. Who could be inspired by the Clinton's attack campaign? Who could be inspired by their robo-calls that tap into people's fear of the unknown? Who could refuse to be inspired by Obama's message of Hope? We have the power to change politics in America right now. We have the power to insist on honesty, integrity and clarity. We have the power to say we deserve better from our Government and leaders. Doesn't everyone want that? There will always be people who admire people who will do anything at all to win. Look at the reality shows on TV. I admire strength of character and integrity. I support Obama.

Bill Clinton is speaking the truth, lets ee if anyone will listen. The media is fueling this fire for ratings. There has been a media slant. Obama's people complain that its not fair(boo hoo) that Bill is campaigning for his wife, but no one questions the comments made by Michelle Obama. If all was fair, where is the headlines that "Obama attacks Clinton in SC mailings". Where is that blog, or that news story for that matter. Obama and his supporters want to be treated special, and thats not what a campaign is about. The media is going along for the ride because they have even said that controversary( real or not) sells. The "race" card was not played by the Clinton's, it was blown out of shape by media. Hillary said nothing that was not true. Would we watch CNN,MSNBC, or Fox if all they talked about were the real issues that we face. NO. Very sad .

Democrats are becoming such a turn off to the Idenpendent voters. How dumb!

I'm starting to doubt I would give my vote to a democrat now and I seriously thought I would. I am seeing more and more Independents who feel the same way. I really getting tired of Hillary.

I am getting the same feeling – sick, tired and angry – when I read about the politics of Bill and Hillary, much the same way I do whenever I read about the politics of GW Bush. Anyone else like that? That is a bad sign. Clinton = Bush. Let's vote to change the political climate. Please make Obama the democratic nominee.

Has anyone bothered to ask the Clintons what their ties are with the Bush's. Seems to me former Presidents Clinton and George Bush have been close knit buddies. I guess Senator Obama is not to suppose to offend her Republican friends.

Amy

Why does she feel the need to attack Obama?
Doesn't she have more important things to think on?

Both dems and reps have had their share of bad ideas.

Don..What are you talking about.. Until who attacked who? Wasn't it Hillary that started all the mudslinging after she lost in IOWA?

WHEN ARE THE CLINTONS GOING TO PACK IT IN AND RETURN TO NEW YORK STATE ( ARKANSAS DON'T EVEN WANT THEM ) WHERE 200,000 PEOPLE ARE LOOKUNG FOR THOSE NEW JOBS SHE PROMISED THEM WHEN CAMPAIGNING FOR THE SENATE IN NEW YORK . REMEMBER THAT NEW YORKERS ? JUST A COUPLE OF THIEFS WHO RANSACKED THE WHITE HOUSE AND BY A SEX OFFENDER NO LESS .

Federal Minimum Wage
Bush one-April 1991 $4.25
Clinton-October 1996 $4.75 – eleven percent increase or only 50 cents/hr (remember these are rock bottom wages, so eleven percent is next to nothing)
Clinton-September 1997 $5.15 – eight percent increase or 40cents/hr
In eight years, all Clinton got for lowest wage earners was .90/hr.
“The income gap actually grew more during the Democratic Clinton administration than it has during the Bush administration. According to U.S. Census data, the share of income for the wealthiest 5 percent rose from 18.6 percent in 1992 to 22.1 percent in 2000. That’s a jump of almost 19 percent.”
The Clinton administration never indexed the minimum wage to inflation like Barack Obama wants to, so minimum wage earners had inflation immediately eat away at their small gains.

Furthermore, capital gains tax was only 20 percent during the Clinton Presidency. That means the super rich only pay 20 percent on their income from the stock market. Actual wage earners would pay up to 38 percent.

I am so sick of Hillary Clinton!! If she was the leader she claims to be, then she would take the money that she is spending on this ad, and put it to good use like helping the poverty stricken Americans she claims to care so much about. The money on this campaign makes me sick to my stomach, as we watch people around the world suffer. SICK AND TWISTED—To bad Michael Moore didn't run for president. Now there someone who would could hold to their word. WHEN are Americans going to realize that all politicians lie….all of them. They all have dirty hands. You can't change Washington—Washington changes you!

Kris,
Are you in high school or something? To say that Obama was saying that he liked the what the republicans did in terms of policy, but to create a winning the winning majority. Wait. if you don't get this already then I suppose you, and the other Clinton loyalists, better just go back to listening to tiny sound bites and letting out of context attacks do the thinking for you.

To out and out lie on someone…. anyone is one of the worst things one
human can do to another.
Hillary has totally taken Obama words and distorted them.
If she is elected to the White House will she distort things like her husband did?
Remember when he said he "had not had sex with that woman."

Besides aren't we tired of the same old thing?
Let's try something totally new and vote for Obama.

I want to see America do a new thing!!!

Thank you Jim, God will Bless you hundred folds. Lets be very careful this time. We need someone with experience and who can perform. Please be realistic my fellow Americans.

Maybe Senator Clinton should advise the American people of what her plan is for us and how she will accomplish fixing the economy etc. I have not heard a real plan from her or any other canidate.

I feel as though all these people think about are themselves and about bashing each other instead of trying to work together for the common good American people.

This bashing and negativity is really a turn off for me of all politicians.

I just wanted to say that Obama is running for the party as a democrate he should stand for the republican, that's what happend when you have nothing better to said. Everyone is Obama this and Obama that, Can anyone think that he's really real democrate, he's lying to all of us by stated that "the Republican were the party of ideas " how stupid could you be and you're a democrate. He's just about making history.
he'll never get my vote as black african american.

Obama needs to be held accountable for making idiotic comments. Calling Republicans the party of ideas, regardless of what you think of those ideas, has to be the greatest comic line I've ever witnessed since Chase was on SNL.

OK Mr. Burton, maybe you are crying out to a more ignorant public than we actually are. The quotes form the ad you don't like and the spin of YOUR words explaining what the ad says are NOT the same thing. Guess what? We can read…and evven more importantly, we can think…and can figure out that ac ually, you're the one playing the twist on words. BUSTED!! Who's the stupid one?

Obama just can't take the heat or the truth. He's got some sort of paranoid victim complex, constantly whining about negative campaigning. He said it, he snorted it but when someone brings it up, he starts whining. What a big crybaby. Obama sounds more like George W. Bush everyday. Obama wouldn't have a chance against Republican swift-boaters.
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, PRESIDENT CLINTON.
Go Hillary '08.

Hillary Clinton is just a shill for Bill Clinton. She is as big a liar as he is and she is proving it in this ad.

No more liars elected to office, please! Can you imagine listening to her cackle and which-ever-way-the-wind-blows ideology for the next four years?

I am hoping she trips on her own tongue and does herself in and soon.

I just wanted to say that Obama is running for the party as a democrate he should stand for the democrate, that's what happend when you have nothing better to said. Everyone is Obama this and Obama that, Can anyone think that he's really real democrate, he's lying to all of us by stated that "the Republican were the party of ideas " how stupid could you be and you're a democrate. He's just about making history.
he'll never get my vote as black african american.

Here we go again. Why are these guys so predictable? What did Hillary do with her 35 years of experience about this? Nothing. She is part of the problem, she voted for the war and now is going on witch-hunt.

I predict we won't see any Hillary "tears" any time soon!

Back to the cold, calculating, old woman!

BTW, there have been a few good ideas and politicians with strong moral courage on both sides of the aisle in the past. What's wrong with acknowledging them? When did we suddenly have to literally "hate" the other side? It is possible to disagree firmly but politely – something lost in a lot of the comments posted here.

Seems to me, we need a gentleman (or gentlewoman) president that can demonstrate statesmanship & civility while setting national policy. Probably too much to ask from the current selection of candidates…..

The devil himself can come and vote for Hillary, He may even bring all his armies. All that will not matter. Hillary will not be the next president of the United States.

Bill Clinton may yell at reporters, he may even bark. All that will not matter. Hillary will not be the next president of the United States.

Marketer and political strategists may repackage Hillary Clinton and sell her to us. All that will not matter. Hillary will not be the next president of the United States.

All Clinton supporters can vote for her as long as they want; All that will not matter. Hillary will not be the next president of the United States.

Why?

Americans in the vast majority are people with a good judgment. They know and see what the Clintons are.

MIKE: you mention someone being a crybaby? Wasn't Clinton Just crying??? And voting Present just means that the bill needs to be modified. Gesh, stop watching so much TV. It dumbs people down. Even Edwards said it, "you don't vote Present, you vote either yes no or maybe". Ok but in the state of IL., voting Present is basically saying maybe because you may not have a full understanding of the bill and not everyone in the Senate read bills. Everyone knows that….

What is wrong with all of you? Did anyone listen to Barak Obama the other night? This man is not qualified to be President of the United States. He hemmed and hawed and stuck to his "pre-wriiten" bullet points. He has publicy whined about the Clintons "ganging up" on him. Answer me this, If Bill Clinton had not been President, who would tolerate a candidate complaining about the spouse of another candidate picking on them? Yes I agree we are in a unique situation, never before in our history has an ex-President been in a position to campaign for their spouse, however, if Mr. Obama feels like he is being picked on now, what happens if he gets to the White House?
I am sorry, but to me, this man who says he is a uniter spends as much if not more time dividing the party as anyone. Why is it that when Barak launches attacks he is "defending himself" and when Hillary has the tamarity to respond she is playing dirty politics?
The results of this election are much too important to our future to play race or gender. Yet, for all of his protests to the contrary, that is exactly what Mr. Obama is doing. He is playing the "poor me" card and it is working to some degree. I have read editorial after editorial about the "dirty politics" of the Clintons, the "win at any cost" attitude that her campaign and her husband embrace. After some long thought and real investigation of the issues and the candidates, I think that " win at any cost" politics is just fine with me, if at the end we have an experienced winner who can handle the pressures or the office and work to bring real change, rather than speak about changes that have no chance of making it into reality.
In 8 years, Barak Obama may have earned his way to the top of the Democratic ticket, but for now, it is Hillary and all that comes with her, all the way.

Looks like Clinton supporters are the new Republicans.

I am thoroughly insulted by all the Obama misinformation spread by the Clintons. I used to have respect for them. If she gets the nomination, I will not vote for her.

Hillary just lost my vote. This is a rediculous distortion. Obama did not praise the republican ideals, he stated that the republican party "was a party of ideas" which is why they were successful at gaining control of the country during that time frame. I used to think Hillary would make a decent president, but she has lost my respect and my vote with this latest attack. I will vote Obama or McCain now. McCain may not have democratic ideals, but he has shown bipartisanship and integrity over the years, the same qualities I see in Obama and the qualities we really need in the White House.

The Clinton Administration (which starred Hillary,too, according to Bill) continued many REAGAN era policies including deregulation. Pay attention to their words and deeds.

One example, under Clinton's watch: the ENERGY INDUSTRY was deregulated in the mid-late 90's, and ENRON exploded, then imploded upon the energy/economic landscape, leaving price increases of 45% – 65% increase per household in the western United States.

California is still owed 10 Billion dollars. Ask Snohomish County PUD who as David fought Goliath (on behalf of their customers) won in court, and thereby, exposed some of the sordid details of what occured under the Clinton Administration.

What did Hillary do in congress to relieve ratepayers of the burden that deregulation brought upon them?

Bill & Hillary's uninspiring campaign and divisiveness will carry over to governance should they win this election

Vote OBAMA (or Mccain or Independent) for the greater good.

How is shrill Hill supposed to be a uniter when everything out of her mouth is either derogatory or disparaging? If you listen long enough the only good ideas, plans, actions were hers alone. That's suppose to unite this country? Now that’s what I call a fairy tale. Can you just imagine four more years of her? You get to see her face and hear her voice every night on the broadcast news, every day on the cable news. YUCK!! Do you really want a change? Vote for Barack Obama.

All of these genius democrats who say they would rather not vote at all, than vote for Hillary will be the reason we will likely have another ultraconservative like Huckabee in office for 4 years… Get a grip. If Hillary is our candidate, she will be so because our party as a whole chose her. Don't let the R's win due to our stubbornness.

I do wish they would play nice enough so we could see a Hillary – Obama ticket. Although I believe it will likely be Hillary – Edwards.

I was one of the undecided democrats until this morning. Today I am firmly a Hillary supporter. This guy whines and throws fits if he does not get what he wants. Although, I am strongly against negative campaigning this is how politics works. Just one person not wanting to play the game that way is not going to change that. If Obama gets the nomination the ENTIRE republican party is going to rip him to shreads and he has already proved that he does'nt have much of a thick skin. This whining is not making him seem above the fray but more a weakling who cannot handle the heat.

Okay people. Hillary and her cohorts have taken a chapter out of the Karl Rove book of dirty tricks. They have taken a statement by Obama and have twisted, distorted, and embellished it so that it sounds true. If it is repeated over and over again, people begin to believe it.

Don't believe it!! You have got to see the whole visual transcript to understand the context of his statement. They cannot find issues to attack Obama, so they are starting to twist the truth.

BEWARE!!

Don't pay attention to political ads either!! They are usually not accurate either!!

That should be VICTIM and not VICTIME…mistake again.

1. Obama
2. McCain

This will be the year that centrists, independents take back the white house, one way or the other.

It takes a big man to recognise and openly admit that the oppositon can be right some of the time. Should Obama no longer have the right to see any good in the repblicans cos he is a democrat? Come on Bill, i thot u were a bigger man than that. The clintons are clutching at straws. I am disappointed. Bill and Hilary should know better.

I find it interesting that such childish squabbling is going on in a party of supposed adults.

And I find it humorous that so many campaign operatives take the time to post comments here in hopes of swaying more voters for Hilary…and yes, I am sure that Obama's people do it, too. But as someone who endured Bill Clinton's spins and lies, it is interesting to see Hilary employ the same measures again. Her people desperately try to spin each CNN story with comments that sound obviously biased and untrue.

As for thinking that the mere mention of Reagan is cause for shunning in the Democratic Party…well, that shows what sort of "uniters" the Democrats are. Many Republicans feel free to make admiring remarks about both parties. In fact, the Bushes make no bones about complimenting Bill Clinton's presidency where it is deserving. And Roosevelt and Kennedy have been complimented many times by Republican presidents. Republicans have no problem pointing out Nixon's faults, yet I hear very few Democrats who make mention of the perjuries committed by Bill Clinton.

So why is it so awful to mention Reagan and his ideas? I can truthfully say something good about every president that ever lived based on my historical research…and I can point out each president's flaws. Until the Clinton era, I can say that each was thought of as American and patriotic. Now we feel it is necessary to say that only "our" party is doing it completely right, and the other party does nothing right. This is not only laughable, but it is obviously a lie.

I suggest that each person take the time to listen to exactly what Obama said. His whole point was that Reagan could bring the two parties together and get his ideas accomplished…as Americans. This does not mean Obama considered them goo. He simply admired the fact that Reagan was a uniter. Personally, I saw Clinton do some of that. But he soon allowed polls and politics to rule his decisions, and problems and divisions developed. (Yes, Newt Gingerich and hos cronies were to blame for much of that, but it is the leader who should be strong enough to bring the "team" together…even if they try to fight him).

If we are ever to reunite this country, then it will be necessary for both parties to realize that this country has been ran by Americans for the past 231 years or so. It has not been ran by Democrats and Republicans.

Wake up, people, the Civil War has ended!

Oh, for the record, I am a Republican. Who do I like this year? On the Republican side, I will choose McCain because I see that he can bring some needed change in this country. On the Democrat side, the one who could have probably done the best is Governor Richards…if only the media liked him. If I had to choose between the three left, then it would be very difficult as none fit the bill best, but after watching these Hilary antics, the slight edge goes to Obama. But mainly, my vote will go to the one who I feel has the best interests of America in mind. And so far, even though I do not agree with everything he does, I see that person as John McCain.

Don of South Carolina and Susan….

What was the context of the mailings you received? How did Obama campaign mailings attack Hillary? Please be specific. You have made a charge that needs to be backed up!

I know people who live in SC and they till me that more recent Obama mailings are targeted at refuting Hillary's and Bill's distortions of Obama's record. The older mailings targeted Hillary's position on the Iraq War and other poor judgemental senate votes.

Unfortunately, die-hard Clinton supporters want a fighter and not a uniter. Hillary is very divisive and partisan. If nominated, she would lose the general election vote against McCain or Bloomberg.

Hillary isn't lying about anything. Unfortunately, it's Mr. Obama getting caught and twisted in what he said and then trying to backtrack by saying that's not what I meant.

I guess his idea of running the country is one of two choices 1) saying present/not making a tough decision and then saying I told you so or 2) making a decision and saying that's not what I meant.

Obama tries to do his dirt with a wink and smile and then cries when someone calls him out. This is the same person who said if you don't elect me now, I'm not doing it again. What kind of egomaniac, crybaby is that?

Why is she saying she can lead and solve all our problems from day one when she could not solve her household's?

What's so negative about quoting him? I mean, he did say the Republican Party has been the party of ideas over the last 10-15 years.

Come on, Sarah from ARK, Obama said that the Republican party was "the party" with ideas during the past 10 to 15 years. What exactly did he mean by that? To me, it's easy. by using "the" he is excluding the other party (that is, the Dems) as a party with ideas. Note, he didn't say that the Republicans had some ideas or that it also had ideas.

There is no value judgment? Of course, there was. He never said that their ideas were bad. He never said that the Dems had better ideas. He is a presidential candidate not a man on the street. He was speaking to the Editorial Board of a conservative Nevada paper seeking their endorsement. And the ideas comment came at the end of his statement speaking of Reagan's transformational quality. I think we are entitled to infer that he was praising the Republican ideas.

If he meant something else, he should say it. But he cannot accuse Hillary of dishonesty when she included his very words and they were not used out of context.

Well I am a republican that is going to Vote for Hillary do to the fact that she would be able to help the economy more so than Obama could he doesn't have enought time on the job ,and I don't need another George Bush in the Whitehouse.

I made my mistake on my last vote ,but this time I have looked on the net to make sure that they are telling me the truth.

If you like Bill then You will Love Hillary.

Does anyone else find it ironic that Hillary supporters are calling Barack a crybaby when Hillary is the only presidential candidate that I have ever seen cry during a campaign? You know, literally cry.

Hard for a black man to be president. Feel the resistance Obama?

The DNC website is asking Democrats to pledge to vote for whoever the democratic nominee is in the general election. Clearly, there is concern that the primary politics are dividing the party. I wonder who has generated that concern. Whose campaign and surrogates have engaged in negative, personal attacks?! Factually highlighting concerns about a candidate's voting record or agenda is one thing; knowingly distorting facts is another. The latter is what I have problems with. Anyone who takes the time to read/hear Obama's comments about Reagan will know what he said. Voters, no matter who they support, need to do independent research and not depend on what other candidates are saying.

Having done so, I highly doubt I'll be voting for Hillary should she somehow win the nomination. We'd be stuck with the same politics that have put this country's government at a bi-partisan stalemate.

Why is everyone saying the Republicans are going to "tear" him up. That they secretly want him to win because he is the "weaker" candidate. That is bologna! They are so weak. Have you been keeping up with their campaign!!!!!?

This is just to scare everyone. If you really think about it Hillary has way more Dirt for them to dig up then Obama.

Another thing about the majority of people here….we may be bickering between Hillary and Obama but their is NO WAY we are going to let another Republican back in the White House. Stop believing that scare tactic.

How many times is the word "recent" used in this article?

Thesaurus, much?

Obaba's rule is: Nothing negative or out of context against me. That is my right to dish out for Hillary.
You've got to be kidding. Grow up and understand that experience also means taking the fire during election time.
Hillary GO!

-Watching politics these last two weeks has made me quite depressed. Honestly, those of the us in the democratic party were supposed to win this thing hands down after eight years of Bush. But now we aren't going to. I'll never vote for a Clinton. Never have, never will. They have held our political process hostage long enough. There is no actual difference between Hillary and McCain, so I'll take McCain because he has way more experience than she does, and he is willing to cross party lines to make incremental progress. I'll still vote Obama in the primary, and urge others, including republicans, to raid the democratic primary – it's never too early to start voting against the Clinton's. The only other thing that really has me befuddled? Why do people vote for the Clinton's? I just don't get it. It boggles my mind. It's so strange that it reminds me of Einstein's paradox – if you send two twins into space, one traveling at the speed of light and the other at half the speed of light for forty years, when they come back will one of them be older? This is the only question that inspires the same level of confusion in me as the idea that Hillary is winning.

You all need to step back a bit and take a look from both sides. If you do that, you'll realize that both Obama and Clinton are pretty much doing the exact same things to each other. Obama twisted Clinton's fairy tale comment, and Clinton is making a big deal out of Obama's Regan comment.

The only thing I don't get is, if Obama claims he never said they were 'good ideas', how does he then explain his praise for these 'bad ideas' republicans came up with? Like, why would you even bring it up if they are bad ideas for change? When it ain't broken, don't change it! So again, why praising a party who came up with what you yourself say are 'bad ideas'? It's one thing to want POSITIVE change, but to go and pray changes that would have made life worse for people? why?

Are you kidding me Obama supporters. Obama said that the Republican Party was the party of ideas for the last 15 years. If you don't think that was a compliment then you are sadly mistaken. What about the ideas of the Democrats when the budget was balanced and we had a surplus? Or that our foreign relations were at an all-time high?

Well Obama supporters, wouldn't you say the Democrats were the party of ideas and on top of that, and more importantly, the party of action? The new ad in SC isn't an attack, it is an exact quote of what Obama said and how he should be ashamed of those sttaements.

Okay CNN, how long will this be under moderation? Kind of fishy

I think Clinton just cut her own throat…

The Clintons may be the smartest and most experienced, but what they are both lacking are integrity , consience, and self respect. One Clinton is enough!! I am a democrat and I'm voting for Obama or will be voting republican if Clinton is the top choice.

Mr. Obama has, rather tepidly in my opinion, suggested that the Clintons are not being "factually accurate". I"l go him one better and say that they're lying, and they know it. Even with their long history of ruthless, stop-at-nothing-to-win tactics, the sheer viciousness of their recent attacks is, frankly, shocking.

I can't wait until this is all over. I believe Hillary is a fighter and will be able to stand up to the opposition when the time comes. She has her flaws like everyone else and I can't understand why Obama thinks he is the best thing on this earth and that he is God's gift or ultimate solution for this republic. He has lied and distorted his opponents (remeber MLK and LBJ comments?) just like all politicians! To think he is above this is to be disingenuous and similar to be deceitful !

Hillary has PROVEN herself ! We don't want to have anymore ON THE JOB training. We don't want anymore fluffy speeches and rehearsed lines. We want substance and solutions! We want experience.

Hillary for President !

In Italy the president of the region Sicily Cuffaro has been condemned, he has fallen there, the tentacles of the power have invited him and he has not been enough strong to withstand him. There is now a sentence, and as it is wanted to read it is read it, but a sentence remains.
Does the free and honest citizens, that know live how to withstand the temptations, and do they make politics in honest way… I am of it? will you ask me, do they exist? him, I have found them, and they am to Taurianova in the province of Reggio Calabria. To you the link of the site of their movement.

http://tauriademocratica.wordpress.com/blog /

John above, implies that Hillary operates on talking points. I have followed Clinton for a year and she has always had a detail plan that she talks about. Not talking points. Hillary was running a very positive campaign and never even mentioned Obama or Edwards until they both attacked her. It is unfair to continue to blame Clinton, when she was taking the high road. Obama even gave interviews about if he were to go up in the polls he would have to attack Hillary, which he did. He has continued, he is just better at sliding it in under the radar. That I can see and I can not trust him. I know where Hillary is coming from. She is straightforward and has had every right to defend herself. Someone last night said it best. Obama hates negative attacks, unless he is the one doing it. Hillary has been nothing but consistant during this campaign. Her rallies are not flowers and promises, but real ways to help the American people. Guess thats not good enough for ratings as a bunch of prose about hope and change( by the way, still waiting to find out how he plans to accomplish this better than Hillary). Obama needs real plans, not just hope. Hillary has a strong plan to re-build America.

If you read Senator Obama's comments, there was no value judgement. He did not say they were good ideas. There is no praise of the Republican party contained in that statement.

Furthermore, would it be the end of the world if someone offered praise of the other party? Isn't it precisely this 'us against them' mentality that has prevented anything from getting done in the last 8 years?

Senator Obama has offered a sincere platform based on the notion that we should all work together. This is a 'fairytale' worth believing in.

I see the phony democrats are at it again. I doubt the sincerety of every Obama poster on this board. They all just want him to win the nomination because they hate the Clintons. Well all that hate got Bill a 65% approval rating and it's working pretty well now to destroy Obama and get Hillary the nomination. The dirty hands of Obama have been exposed and he's toast. He cannot win so stop wasting your time and money. Go back to the red party where you all voted for bush,twice. There are enough real americans to put a democrat in the WH without you.

Howdy Republicans!!!
Wow, looks that all the blogs are against the Clintons and are pro Obama.
I bet that 99% of these so called Obama supporters are actually Republicans. This statements by CHEER i agreed with. 99% of these bloggers are REPUBLICANS. DO not be fooled by them DEMO. We are for Hillary.

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Joseph, since when did you become the representative of the whole Fil-Am community? I'm a member but I'm not in support for Hillary, so speak for yourself…. Please, think before you write anything.

I AM SICK AND TIRED OF THE BACK STABBING NAME CALLING AND OVERALL CHILDLIKE ATTITUDES OF BOTH CLINTON AND OBAMA. WE ARE AT A TIME WHERE WE NEED ALL SORTS OF ISSUES ADDRESSED AND SOLUTIONS TO THOSE ISSUES. I HAVE NO RESPECT FOR EITHER ONE RIGHT NOW. ALL THIS CRAP SHOULD STOP NOW AND GET ON WITH THE IMPORTANT ISSUES ,SMILE AND DON'T ACT LIKE A CHILD WHEN THEY DON'T GET THEIR OWN WAY. I WANT ANSWERS TO THE PROBLEMS THAT WE ARE FACING AND POSITIVE IMPUT TO THOSE PROBLEMS AND ANSWER'S. BACK OFF BOTH OF YOU .

THANK YOU,

CONNIE

Chris

Believe me Canada does NOT want her here either!

oh, my god. give me a break. hillary was a teenager in high school when she supported barry goldwater. that wasn't illegal.

why doesn't Senator Obama just keep on telling us what a uniter he is instead of going after President Clinton for talking about Obama's (1) Congressional votes on the Iraq war; and (2) about Obama's statements in Nevada. Just to be clear, Edwards also criticized Obama for his comments about Reagan. But I don't hear Obama calling Edwards a liar or accusing him of being negative.

Negative campaigning? who pray tell was the one who has been calling the clinton's liars. ok, he didn't use the word liar, he said they were saying things that weren't supported by facts and i don't want to be called a liar. but i do think that we are entitled to take his statements and read into them exactly what reasonable understand those words to mean. the only one running a negative campaign is obama.

now he objects to the use of his exact words.

and who started the mudslinging during the debate? who nastily snarled at Hillary that while he was organizing she was a corporate lawyer sitting on the Board of Walmart? in what way is that relevant to whether she can be President? she sat on the Board of Walmart while she lived in Arkansas, where Walmart is headquartered.

what are the lies. can one of the obama supporters please set them out (1), (2), (3) . . . because if you can't, you are swift boating Hillary Clinton.

Obama is the one who is trying to make Bill Clinton the issue. Bill has made a total of 3 or 4 statements that the media has taken and run with it every day. Elizabeth Edwards has attacked Hillary multiple times and I never heard Hillary Cliinton come back whining that Edwards was running a negative campaign.

And Michelle Obama has made a number of negative comments about Hillary Clinton also.

I hope all you idiots give Obama the nomination and he loses the election. that is exactly what you deserve! Obama can't beat John McCain, and we will end up with the war that never ends!

now we know why Al Gore didn't enter. Not about can't take the heat. Seem it is about character destroying for the sake of self interest. scary.

Do you really think Hillary with his/her history has any chance against McCain. Not in a million years. This country needs a new direction. A new leader.

"The bottom line is that Sen. Clinton is running for president in order to replace those ideas with new ones like jumpstarting our economy, creating jobs and protecting people’s homes."

- Jumpstart the economy and create jobs – by bringing the #1 outsourcer of American jobs to India here and outsourcing $4 billion worth of US jobs? How are people here supposed to protect their home when they don't have jobs to pay their mortgage. There's a reason she's been called "The Senator from Punjab."

Part of the reason for the mess our economy is in is NAFTA (how do you spell Bill Clinton?) I think if we get Hillary, we will also get at least four more years of Bill…is that what we really want?

Her constant "partisan position" is getting a little tiresome also. Lets get someone who can make an honest effort to get both parties working together.

does anyone know just how many skeletons the Clintons have in the closet? I am interested in seeing the attack she would get as the democratic nominee. If she is the candidate for the democrats I guess we better brace ourselves for another republican president. They have so many scandals it's scary.

Stay focus Obama! Stay focus!!!! Continue to bring hope to the hopeless, continue to show the country that we, all americans, can move forward in a new directions with your clean fresh approach to the White House you have managed to bring out "The Real Clintons” I was a true supporter of the Clintons, before you came on the scene, but they have completely turned me and my family off!!!!

Hey Tyler – maybe you should stop talking for awhile – your ignorance is nauseating.

Hillary has lost any support I would give her in the general election. If McCain is the nominee, I WILL vote Republican for the first time in my life.

OBAMA OR MCCAIN – hey, wait a minute – they should run together if they both don't get nominated in their respective parties. That would really stick it to the establishment.

This is not a negative ad. Sen. Clinton uses Sen. Obama's words to raise some inportant issues. it is too bad you folks can't stop reading "attack" into everything you see – especially when you don't think about the issue. I wish people would just grow up.

That seals the deal. I will never cast a vote for Hillary Clinton. Period. End of Story.

Democrats:

Good grief! Can't you see what is happening here?

Haven't you had enought of Bill and Hillary? Are you that stupid? Will you follow them into the fire?

Get a grip!

You have a chance to nominate someone who is a Black American. He is new. He is fresh. He has a young family.

We need a change in this country. Yes, Hillary appears to be a woman. But how do we really know that?

She is a pathetic specimen if she is a woman. She will say and do anything to get power along with her husband.

Are you that stupid to not see this?

I am a Republican and am very interested on Obama. A lot of us are because we recognize the need to move beyond partisan ship and dynasties.

If Hillary is elected, the country is going to reject her. There is no question.

Do the right thing by the country and let's have a great race between the future (Barack Obama) and whoever the Republican nominee is going to be.

If it is John McCain against Hillary, she is toast!

I think it's ironic that the Democratic candidates are trying to sell the idea that they can bridge the divide, but in the same breath, they go out of their way to accuse the other guys of respecting a Republican. If one of them says something nice about Lincoln, it could mean the end.

This just isn't honest..and she should stop. She can win this nomination, honestly and fairly, but she will lose it dishonestly and unfairly if she doesn't pull herself together

And the Clintons have the gall to say that GW Bush is divisive? They're even purposely divisive within their own party, and yes, the black/white divide they are orchestrating is deliberate. It's despicable and I can only hope it backfires on them big time.

As a history professor, and registered Democrat, I find the attacks on B. Obama deplorable. Ronald Reagan, for whom I never voted, did put together a victorious coalition that changed the political arena for a generation; this fundamental change should be the goal of the Democratic party. Instead we a suffering under the divisive tactics of the former President and Hillary Clinton.

Obama has been whinning when someone brings up his voting records of 'PRESENT'. He is afraid to take a stand, what a whim! Now, he is portraying himself as a victim and cry out because Hillary is attacking him for his own words that come out of his month. What a crybaby!. Do we want this type of leader? Do you think this will help him to unite and bring about change in Washington? He didn't bring any change while he was in Washington, so is his crybaby will bail him out? He is living in the dream and hoping we all feel sorry for him. He is too weak and couldn't stand a chance facing with the world tough leaders.

Go Hillary go, you can challenge him! Hillary 08!

Obama obviously commands more respect than Clinton.Why do these two not just get on with clean campaigning instead of throwing mud into each other ' s eyes.

I support Obama.He is young and fresh.He represents the new, and Clinton represents the past.

Hillary and her sidekick, Slick Willy, are masters at distorting the truth. I, for one, hope they keep it up; it only proves why we need Barack Obama to lead this country. Good job, Hillary!

Obama '08!

These latest attacks simply highlight how superior Hillary and her campaign really think they are to us "little people" who she and her group apparently think are too stupid to know the difference. I say "go for it" Hillary, because you'll only end up shooting yourself in the foot (even more). The American public is a lot smarter than you think — and definitely not of the inferior mind that you clearly presume.

Have you also noticed how the Republican owned Media (Fox) is on board with the lies regarding Obama? That's because the Republicans are now openly admitting they WANT Hillary to win since they feel certain their candidate can beat her, but not Obama.

How stupid do both parties think the people are? I think everyone is going to be surprised this time.

"Goes negative"? Try again, she's never been anything BUT negative.

Sen. Obama seems to lack the temperament and missing his mojo in dealing with the attacks from The Clintons. We're in the middle of a grueling campaign and he's already getting frustrated, which was farily obvious in the last debate. If he gets the Democratic nomination, do we really think he could take on the "Republican Dirty Tricks Machine" and the unregulated 527 Groups?

It's funny to read comments like:

"I am republican and I like OBAMA. I will so vote Obama over hillary"

of course you guys like obama, because you can't wait to eat him alive.

It is always amazing to me that people say they are tired of negative campaigning but as soon as one candidate does they are perceived as "strong" – what is strong about being ugly, lying or deceptive?? What is weak about saying – if you want to debate let's start with the truth? The voters will get exactly what they vote for

Hillary is so pathetic. Doesn't she have enough confidence in herself to point out her attributes without skewing the credibility of Obama. I was a Hillary fan but her and Bill have turned my stomach. Go Obama and even better Go Obama/Edwards.

Too much negatives about Hillary. Obama is a lier too. He said he only tells the truth and straight to American people. Factcheck.org proves that he is a lier. He said "I never said that we should never go ahead and get single payer" but in fact he gave a speech in 2003 saying "I happen to be a proponent of a single payer health care program". lol
So both Hillary and Obama do not always tell the truth. They both are aggressive and go negative. The important thing is that people need to concentrate on the issues. I think Hillary has the most experience of all the candidates and I believe she knows how to solve the problems. Hillary is stronger in economy and health care than Obama and that's what we need now. Go Hillary!!!!

Another Clinton Attack Machine!!! She whines and cries about a Republican Attack Machine when it was Her and Her Bill that were contantly on the attack for 8 years and ushered in the current political enviroment of no compromise and personal attacks. I hope she continues to destroy Obam and Herself we might actaully get some one elected who can appeal to both sides Senator McCain

Why is Barak whining all of the time? If you are going to throw punches, you have to be able to take some. You can't strike out at people and then be upset when they strike back.

In response to DMW "All of the life long Democrats who will not vote for Hillary…so what, who cares."

You will care big time if we end up with a Republican President. Not only am I disgusted with the Clintons, I am just as appalled by the attitude of the Clinton supporters. Thanks to Hillary and Bill for not only dividing the country, but also for dividing the Democratic Party. The '08 election would have been a shoo-in for the Democrats had it not been for Hillary and Bill.

I just want to comment on what has been said about Daschle and Kerry's comments towards the bill and hilary campaigning. This is not about taking it easy, in fact, if you wanna watch the responses and debates, you can see both hilary and obama taking equal licks at each other. The issue is that its short-sighted.

Come november, the democratic party is going to need to be a unified body. They're going to need to have their house in order if they want to grab up the necessary independant vote to take back the white house. And the way Hilary has initiated this bickering is causing a gigantic rift in the party. You're going to need people like Bill Clinton out there campaigning because his support amongst democrats is still astounding. But when he launches baseless attacks filled with half truths, he sullies Hilary Clinton's name and he alienates Obama supporters.

As to whether this matters or not, you better think it does. Kerry and Daschle still have tremendous pull in the democratic party. You can bet that right now they're shoring up superdelegate votes, which in the democratic party's process, accounts for around 25% of what you need to get the nom. Hilary may etch out Obama fighting the way she is, but she's turning off party leaders with her actions.

Hilary's current strategy is a departure from Democratic campaigning over the last 20 years. Bill has apparently abandoned his good-guy strategy and gone on the offensive. It doesn't work in the long term. It's going to hand the white house to the republicans for another gruesome term. THAT is why the party's leaders have come out against the Clintons so vehemently.

And just so we're clear, Hilary is basically going with the flip-flopper argument that nearly all democrats thought was baseless and retarded when it was used against Kerry. So if you're going to support Hilary doing this, you're basically admitting that the political process doesn't matter, and that you're just a partisan hack with no interest in politics. Its not that the democrats need to lighten up or pitch softballs to eachother. Its that this is a primary process, and the more the democrats hack eachother down, the more they're gonna pay come November.

Ronald Reagan was an idiot, but there is serious, empirical evidence to support the 11th Commandment, "Thou shalt not speak ill of any fellow Republican." I don't support his policies for a second, I think he was a very weak president, but this ideology has led to consistent republican control over the last 50 years, and its time for the dems to wake up.

I hope everyone has noticed the pictures published of Hillary these days have her with this fake smile, sometimes laughing (even more fake)…

Hillary,
Obama was simply making a comparison that Regan brought both republicans and democrats together in order to achieve goals for the country…. I am 100% certain that is something you could never do.

Obama '08

Tyler–

How about the fact that in Iowa and every state so far Obama has pulled in vastly more Independents and Republicans than Hillary? The fact that he has a history of crossing party lines and working with the opposition to get things done? The fact that all his rhetoric–which will affect how he's viewed by voters and the opposition–is about bringing the country together, while Hillary is all about "fighting" Republicans?

Obama did it on several contentious issues in in Illinois. Give him a chance and he can do it for the rest of America, too.

CNN, why does your headline say "Hillary goes negative"? That is a value judgment, not good reporting of journalism. In fact, I do not find that radio ad negative at all. It is simply stating WHAT OBAMA SAID…IT'S HIS OWN WORDS.
Please get back to reporting and not putting your own spin on the news.
That radio ad tells the American public what Obama said….if the Obama campaign doesn't like the ad, perhaps Obama should THINK BEFORE HE SPEAKS. He is obviously a loose cannon, and I would never vote for him.
He is much too immature and volatile to be Commander in Chief. I began this process undecided. Now I am firmly for HILLARY CLINTON, OUT NEXT PRESIDENT.

People say that Obama needs to stop crying. I rembember Hillary crying like a baby when her butt was getting kicked, and the NH people felt sorry for her and voted for her. Then, her pimp (Big Daddy Billy) started attacking Obama because his "woman" was all upset. Don't worry Hillary baby. Big Daddy Bill well take care of it for you. Women should be ticked with at her. She does not look like she's up for the job. Whenever there is any trouble, she goes crying to her Big Daddy to fix it for her.

Based on Obama's simple statement in your article I am not sure if he regards the Republican ideas as good or bad. And clearly Hillary doesn't know either since she says "What ideas" and then goes on to give a wonderful list of Republican ideas, many of which she voted for.

Hillary's experience as an elected official is more limited than Obama's so I don't understand her boasts of "vote for experience." I have been a minister's wife for 35 years but you won't see me demanding to get into the pulpit.

Hillary must think the American people and specifically the people of South Carolina are plain dumb and will fall for these nasty word tricks Wake up American! Vote for someone with integrity.

DD in SF

The irony is that Hillary is simply reinforcing Obama's point.

Yes, the POINT is that the Republicans HAVE put out a lot of damaging ideas, just like Hillary said. Thank you for elaborating on those ideas.

The LIE is to say that Obama PRAISED them.

The STUPIDITY is if you BELIEVE the Clintons when they tell lies like this.

If Obama was neither praising nor denouncing the Republicans with his statement- why make the comment at all? Of course he brought it up to appeal to Independents and perhaps Republicans. Obama seems to be a very intelligent and articulate person. I respect that. But he needs to acknowledge that he is playing politics just as much as the rest of them. It's almost as if he purposefully made the comment with an escape clause (so it could be said that he never said they were GOOD ideas). Analogous to voting "Present" rather than committing to a firm "Yes" or "No." He needs to show more substance.

For everyone on this site that is an adult and not a first time voter or just someone who is so filled with hatred and dislike for one candidate or another(by the way I do believe that most of the individuals that are on here spewing hatred are republicans), but if you are truly an intelligent adult, it comes down to bottom line, what are your concerns? and who is addressing those concerns? period, not who is black, who is white, who is a woman, they are all politicians so lets get that straight, some of you are so pro Obama you fail to see that he has dodged the important questions, even during the debate when the direct questions came, he either attacked Hilary or he started trying to joke around, which is his supposed charasmatic self, so lets be clear if you are voting for Obama, be bold enough to look at his record, and be fair to Hilary and look at her record, this is not a popularity contest, this next President will be seating Judges, dealing with the mess that has been created by the Bush Regime and moving this country further, it 's funny how so many blacks are now so easily able to criticize Bill Clinton, but when he was in office and they were living so fat on the hog, they did not have a problem, how quickly they forget, but vote your concience, because in the end , just like all of those individuals that voted for George W. Bush, when the mess hit the fan and the country goes one way or the other be prepared to be accountable for your vote, and understand that you are part of the problem or the solution, however it goes, there are many kicking themselves now for voting for Bush, their kids are at war and they are losing their jobs and their houses, but they voted for who they believed was best for them, so now they have to deal with it, because obviously he was not, maybe for the top 1% but no one else, and it's so funny to see how the die hard Bush people no matter what he does still back him and still say that there is nothing wrong with what he has done, don't end up in this position Democratic voters, be knowledgable voters and be accountable for your votes, remember what is important to a 40 year old may not be to a 20 year old, we have different concerns, so younger people may be pumped about the word change being thrown around, but words are words. I need action. I have concerns that are relevant to my family and myself, so vote smart and vote wise, not from the heart but from the mind.

I am so tired of the Hillary & Bill show. If Obama doesn't get the nomination, I'm afraid that I too will vote for the Republican nominee.

Susan, you're an idiot.

Do not be fooled DEMOCRATS. Most of these blogs posted are from registered REPUBLICANS and not Obama supporters per se. BEWARE else we (Democrats) will be the looser. Experience matters a lot and remember that we are still suffering from some peoples decision in voting the wrong President. God Bless America.

I need to call my republican Dad and apologize for all those arguments we had where he told me what a liar Clinton was and I defended him. They are both liars and have totally demolished any respect or admiration I once had for them. I can't believe I could be forced into voting for a republican next November. I just hope McCain is the nominee if Hillary is for the democrats. I could live with McCain, 4 or 8 more years of the Clintons is out of the question for me after the way they have handled their campaign.

Hillary is unfortunately lying about Obama's comments,which tells me she would lie to the american people if she is President. I have never considered voting repulican, but i will vote for McCain simply because i believe what he says. I am sick of lying politicians.

These negative attacks are only going to fuel the GOP mud machine and will contribute to another four years of the standard Republican way of doing things.

Doesn't the Clinton camp think there candidate can on her record alone?

Don't they realize that all this infighting will only ruin our chances of taking back the White House and taking back our country?

Go Obama '08

I saw the clip, yes Obama said it. He literally said the republicans had the ideas, and not Bill Clinton. Well, as has been stated by Belinda above, one has to suppose he means Newt Gingrich & Co.'s Contract with America, which comprised almost half of Reagan's ideas.

Yes, a contract that was a to-do list by conservatives that shut down government. I don't remember much of the ideas being implemented, but I do remember Newt losing his position as speaker, divorcing his sick wife and marrying a STAFFER 30 years younger.

And I remember very vividly the party of ideas' special inquisitor, Kenneth Starr, the bible selling inquisitor-at-large that ran a non-stop personal persecution of the president. Meanwhile, as the party of ideas salivated seeing Clinton on the defensive, they failed to see the Al-queda threat against American building. Worthy of admiration? Not hardly. Not even worthy of mention.

Obama is in the wrong party. He needs to change party affiliation and run as a republican.

I think Hillary's initial slogan "I'm in to win" shows it all-she is only concerned with HERSELF. She only changed the slogan in New Hampshire when she realized people saw through her selfishness and desperation to be president. I appreciate her contribution to the country as First Lady and as a prominent female Senator, but I don't think she would be in a leadership position today if she hadn't traded her soul to ride Bill's coattails through life. American politics is moving in a different direction now, and, although she is a big part of the past, she's not part of the future.

How can Hillary when the national election when they split the democratic party and sooo many independents, and democrats refuse to vote for her. Really? Thanks Clinton supporters for helping to ruin this country!

Sen Bob Kerry, Hillary and Bill Clinton, Ed Rendell all ties to Norman Hsu..Strange bedfellows. And they are trying bring up Rescoe..what a joke.

Ok two points here – first Bill's negative remarks about Obama frees up Hillary to campaign but takes up much of Obama's time defending himself. It's a plan, not a very fair plan – but still a Clinton plan. And more telling, visions of what would come. Bill right there with Hillary in the White House. And secondly, as I read in the article and saw on the Dem debate, Obama said "Republicans were the party of ideas" He NEVER praises those ideas and on the debate stated ..I never said they were good ideas… He was stressing the fact that the leadership got people together albeit by some bad ideas. The point being the leadership was strong, but not necessarily in the right ways. The media needs to stop putting THEIR ideas into our minds and just report the news. American's are smarter than the media.

It is really sad to hear Billary attacking Obama about admiring what a republican has done for this country. Again it shows that she will not be a uniter but a divider. Dear fellow citizens our economy is bleeding, our reputation abroad is getting bad and our old allies are booing us. What we need right now is people that can bring us all together, Dems and republican working together to build our economy and our country. What's happening right in the country right now is not a matters that only concerns reps or dems but us all. Have we forgotten the real meaning of the word "UNITED". Yesterday we had a Clinton in the house, today we have Bush who said that he was going to be better than his dad. What makes you all think that having another Clinton will not be messier than the first one. Hillary could have done all she said she will do when she slept in the white house, Maybe Bill Clinton was to busy with what we all know he was doing while people were dying in Africa. He is trying to put all the dirt to keep his wife clean. Why the same people, we need another direction. Like Hillary said on TV, this is personal "When she was Crying". Taking money from lobbyists, being on the board for Wal-Mart and today want to go back in the white house. Honestly, why always where the money is. Yes, this is really personal. This country needs a different direction and I believe we all need to work together. The very man who had freed the Slaves back in day was President Lincoln, I don’t recall him being a democrat but that was a great accomplishment in the history of this great country.

Since Leona Helmsley died, it seems that Hillary is vying for the title "Queen of Mean".

I'm tired of the Hilliary supporters who say there is nothing dishonest with just using Obama's words. What is dishonest with Hilliary's ad is that she purposefully refuses to point out ALL the comments Obama said about Reagan, where he said that he did not agree with Reagan's policies but admitted that Democrats were not offering competing ideas at the time. It is Hilliary's knowingly taking Obama's words out of context to make it seem he is saying something that he was not that is dishonest. Perhaps you Hilliary supporters out there should go to the Reno Gazette website and listen to his words (ALL OF THEM) and then ask yourself whether Hilliary is being disceptive. I doubt you will do so. It is this type of campaigning that is destructive to our country, the ability of our government to function, and for voters to have any confidence in their country. Thanks Hilliary for continuing to feed the despair and cynicism of the American people. Leading our country is not a "game" as one Hilliary supporter has posted nor is it simply a "full contact sport" as Bill said, it is a calling of the highest order and responsibility. Until this country has leaders who meet that duty and voters require such duty from their leaders, this country will never solve its longstanding problems.

When Hillary first express her desire to tun for POTUS I was so excited. I followed her up to the point when her true color showed at the expense of her opponent. She no longer is my model for leadership. She and Bill Clinton are true CHAMELEONS.

This is the final straw, I am sick of the clintons and will vote republican this election year. Their lies and deceit have totally sickened me, but this is what we want running the country? What sickens me even more are the ignorants that will vote for THEM (cuz she ain't runnin, Bill is, and the last time I checked 2 terms is the limit). These same ignorants are touting 35 yrs of experience, and if that were true, then she should be able to run on those 35 years, on her own, and not on bill's coattails. You folks laugh it up now, but you will regret it once it happens. How many women will bill have this time? or will it be her sleaze that finally gets to you poor sheeple?

This is why we need change in Washington. The Clinton's (both Hillary and Bill) distortion of Obama's comments for political purposes is a great example of what I dislike about old school politicians. It is divisive at a time when we need leaders who will rise above these petty tactics. Hillary is off my list. I'm looking at either Edwards or Obama.

Spare me these billary,enough is enough,this is time to unite america and the world,barack obama is the answer.

It is strange that people call Illinois politician a sincere and genuine man, wake-up. Mr. Obama betrayed every promised he ever made. Where’s politic of hope? Where’s a country united. Where’s issues not internal fight? He got a race card, a victim card and a list of empty promises.
I do not mind African Americans voted for this guy. I can not understand politically correct whites. Do you want Nation of Islam or Black Panthers run this government coupled with Al Capone like characters?

Typical Clinton scorched earth strategy. Obama should NEVER consider running on a ticket wiith the criminal lying Clintons!

The quote in question (the whole thing, not the conviently shortened version Hillary is playing):

""I think we're in one of those times right now where people feel like things as they are going aren't working, that we're bogged down in the same arguments we've been having, and they're not useful. The Republican approach, I think, has played itself out. I mean, I think it's fair to say that the Republicans were the party of ideas for a pretty long chunk of time there for the last 10-15 years, in the sense that they were challenging conventional wisdom. Now, you've heard it all before. You look at the economic policies when they're being debated among the [GOP] presidential candidates, it's all tax cuts. You know, we've done that. We've tried it. That's not really going to solve our energy problems, for example."

Sound like he's saying they are good ideas?

If you think so, you should try reading more slowly.

I sure hope someone calls Hillary on this junk…..very sad….

Just goes to show you what they will do to get back in power……anything

Apparently you Clinton supporters cannot read or have selective memory. Hillary brought up Resco when Obama was not considering the senate but Hillary was taking money from a fugitive Norman Hsu ,who was a supporter of Ed Renell, during her 2007 campaign but yet she wants to bash Obama. These crooks need to go. Let's see if CNN brings this up or are they going to try to sweep this under the rug.

Here is Bill's response to Hsu:

"In 2006, former President Clinton referred to Hsu as "our friend Norman".[26] After the scandal went public, Bill Clinton remarked in colloquial language, "You could have knocked me over with a straw".[59] Democrats are continuing to try to reconcile positive personal impressions of Hsu with his criminal behavior. Mark Gorenberg, who now sits on 2008 Presidential candidate Barack Obama's national finance committee, remarked, "Despite it all, I still love the guy, despite everything you read, every experience I ever had with him was nothing but delightful, and I just scratch my head."

The single worst, and most costly, Republican idea of the last 10 years has been the Iraq War, which Senator Clinton voted for (unlike the majority of Congressional Democrats, who in total voted 57% against it).

I think everyone should be aware that half of this crap is being stirred up by republicans. I for one, do not know any true democrat that would not support Hillary is she were the nominee, or Obama for that matter. I am convinced that all the negativity we are seeing is being caused by some outside forces, especially on the blogs. The majority of true democrats that believe in Obama and Clinton's plans for the country do not hate Hillary Clinton. People can say all day they will vote the other party, or leave the country, these are not true Obama supporters.

Over and over again I am unpleasantly surprised at Hillary's campaign tactics.
She is focusing on demeaning Barack's ideas and comments instead of proposing and pushing her own ideas. What are those ideas? They've been completely upstaged by her constant berating of Barack. It reflects very poorly on her campaign.

This is the final straw, I am sick of the clintons and will vote republican this election year. Their lies and deceit have totally sickened me, but this is what we want running the country? What sickens me even more are the ignorants that will vote for THEM (cuz she ain't runnin, Bill is, and the last time I checked 2 terms is the limit). These same ignorants are touting 35 yrs of experience, and if that were true, then she should be able to run on those 35 years, on her own, and not on bill's coattails. You folks laugh it up now, but you will regret it once it happens.

Here is a full quote of Obama's statement:
“The Republican approach I think has played itself out. I think it’s fair to say the Republicans were the party of ideas for a pretty long chunk of time over the last 10 or 15 years, in the sense that they were challenging conventional wisdom. Now, you’ve heard it all before. You look at the economic policies, when they’re being debated among the presidential candidates, it’s all tax cuts. Well, we’ve done that, we’ve tried it.”
READ: The Republican's approach has played itself out. You look at the economic policies, it's all tax cuts. Well, we've done that, we've tried it.

Is it not a distortion of the facts to lead out contextual sentences that make Obama's statements clear?

I cannot stand double standards.
And calling Obama a "crybaby" when he defends himself, and Hillary strong when she defends herself is a double-standard. Obama is not crying, he is clarifying the record because people who hear Clinton, who should be a trustworthy source of information, believe the things she posits using quotes that are taken out of context. I want an honest president, period.

Don January 23, 2008 3:18 pm ET

I also live in South Carolina. I have been mailed three mailings by Obama this week. He attacks Hillary. So you tell me he is better and how. Just because he whines everytime someone brings up his flimsy record, does not mean that he is not playing the same political games. Thats all I am trying to say. I have read a million times about the Clinton attack machine, well Obama has one also and he has used it over and over. Obama is not the fresh idea canidate you have all been fooled into believing. We need a strong leader, one with experiance. Obama will not be able to work across party lines, its well known he is very liberal, and he will have a tough idea meshing his dream with conservatives. And if he is stuttering and crying over Hillary now, wait till the republicans rip him a new one. Hillary can face that battle, and win.

WELL SAID!!

Hillary Clinton has an insatiable lust for POWER!!! And she will say and do ANYTHING to be President.

Why do you think she's stuck-around while Wild Bill had his affairs with chubby women?

Don't believe the hype… vote for the first normal person to run in ages… OBAMA!!

It looks like POLITICS AS USUAL for the Clinton camp……lies, lies, and more lies!

Do we really want Bill "I did not have sexual relations with that woman" Clinton back in the White House, influencing Hillary on everything???

Bill Clinton should back off! He had his day in the White House. If Hillary is so prepared to be President on day 1, he must let her demonstrate that strength, wisdom, and courage. He greatly overshadows her and it is obvious that he wants to be in position of power and decision making. Early on during this campaign, I did have Hillary in mind. However, after becoming aware of the tactics at play now, I will never vote for her. Hillary, put away the dirt and get down to the issues. This is "grown-up" politics, not high-school. We need a president who can stand on her own two feet and tell her husband to "Chill Out!"

I think that we should label Clintons' behaviors as "Clintonism" – his and her legacy in this country's politics. People say that it's Clinton's strategy to drag Obama into a fight. I say no. It's not that Clinton has a strategy; it is that they have no any other stratigies but blaming and attcking anyone on their way. The nasty, negative, and mean spirited approach they have showed is simply what they are. Do we need such a leadership in this country?? If anyone thinks this divisive approach will get "things done" in Washington, then he must be living in a fantasy!

If Obama can't withstand Hillary's little attacks, how would he withstand the Republicans’ attacks? Hillary is the right candidate to withstand Republicans' attacks. Obama is a crybabie. He cries about every statements Hillary makes. Grow up Obama, your mom will come to get Hillary.

Yep the Clinton's are about to find out that it's the peoples White House !

Republicans and independents are already praising Obama's approach. Here in Europe, he is THE candidate.

"The Republicans were the party of ideas for a pretty long chunk of time there over the last 10, 15 years." Where does it show in this statement that Barack Obama is praising the Republicans? I don't get it. It sounds like a simple statement of fact. For years that had control…for a "long chunk of time". What's the argument? Hilliary is making mountains out of nothing – not even a molehill here.

I am sick of both of these yahoo's. I am a democrat and it looks as if John Edwards is the real candidate. Clinton and Obama are just in it for themselves. I liked both of them till this month. Vote for John.

I am a life long democrat. I WILL NEVER VOTE FOR HILLARY! She is a Bush impersonating a female liberal.

NAFTA was enough to teach us about Clintonomics. Hillary's record on health care should turn everyone off! Go Obama!

Under no circumstances will I vote for the tag team of shrill Hill and lying Bill. I know what 'is, is' and have known for a long time. One thing I really think should come out before February voting, and if it doesn't noone should vote for the Clintons – Who are the contributors to the Clinton library and how much did they contribute? And folks, I will be voting in the February Democratic primaries – but not for a continuation of the Bush legacy, as a vote for the Clintons would do.

Mrs. Clinton really has no record , she clains 36 years of experience, excuse me she is a Junior Senator and spent all her time trying to keep Bill out of trouble.

It is a sad day when the American People thinks this person represents change . She and her Husband did nothing of any value. She is bought and paid for by the media and the political machine just like McCain.

I am a Ron Paul Supporter, but have had enough of the Clintons and the Bush Family. I would vote for Mr. Obama even though he will also give al the money we don't have away for free. That is the only reason people like Hillary she will give more handouts.

We have lost our pride and our ethics now we have just sold oursleves to the Middle east and China, George just went begging for more money.

WAke up America

I have really grown to view hillary as gross and vile. She doesn't seem to care about the truth, just to become the president by any means possible. I can't stand to hear voice or look at her speak, it all reeks of dishonesty and acting. I hope she goes away.

Senator Obama is being "Swift-boated" by the Clintons – both the former President
and Sen. Hillary. She's playing a form of dirty politics. She knows it, she advocates
it, and she approves it. All Americans should be able to see through this political
'filth' that is being thrown by the Clinton campaign, and severely chastise and
sanction the Clintons for their 'dirty playing.'

Go Barack!! Don't let them get you bogged down with all this non-sense. You and
your campaign speak the truth, the facts, and operate the most clean campaigns
going.

Regards,

Rick
New York

HIllary is attacking Obama – Obama attacked Hillary. It's politics – get over it! The real question is Who is best suited to run this country. I'm sick of the "she attacked me" attitude from the Obama camp. Obama needs to take it like a man and defend himself instead of crying like a baby. "Those bad Clintons" are what his camp is becoming famous for saying. He's no better than Hillary or no worse, so lets look at issues and how they plan to get this country back to a stable economy. Obama needs to state his position more clearly and no one would probably have room to insinuate anything. I'm for Hillary all the way! Seems like Obama needs to grow up and and defend himself like a man instead of continuously finger pointing. You already know someone is after you – you are running for president – right?

Go, Hillary; Hillary 08; Go, Girl. This is the kind of bumper sticker thinking all of us have to endure. Please, folks, go back to school. Read more. Take an intellectual inventory of yourselves–please!

Tyler, I agree! hahah..This whole thing is a fairy tale! Let us be real, if Obama gets the nomination the Republican are going to eat him alive come November. Furthermore, he is not qualified! Step out of the way and let a real "man" do it, GO HILLARY!

Hillary 08′

It's amazing that Hillary can say she hates the republicans but has voted in favor of the costliest war in the History of America following a Republican President. Where was Hillary attacks on the republicans when she signed on to go to war. I didn't see a commercial then, there was no this is a bad idea then. And remember ALL YOU HILLARY AND BILL LOVERS.

BILL NEVER SIGNED ON TO THE WAR…HE"S ALWAYS BEEN AGAINST THE US INVASION. So why didn't Hillary listen to BILL THEN??? You think she'll listen if she gets in the White House??

Don't be fooled…….

Mrs. Clinton's dishonest practices are appalling and go against the very core of what this country is about. She doesn't care about truth, justice and the American way, she cares about getting in the history books as the first woman president.

Every news source that has done a "fact check" about Monday's debate has concluded that the Clintons' comments about this issue are false. And if you don't believe the media outlets, you can certainly check the transcripts yourself. So Mrs. Clinton is taking statements she knows are false and making an attack ad with them.

I am completely confused as to why anyone thinks it would be good to have someone so dishonest in the White House. After all, even though the lie is about Mr. Obama, it is the people of this country that she's lying to.

January 23, 2008 3:22 pm ET

It just hit me. Hillary needs to be President of the Democratic Party. She would be the absolute best president for an all Democratic Nation. She has made it very clear that they are the only ones she will consider ideas from. Hmmm. I thought the race fwas for President of the United States, though. What' a nonpartisan voter to do???? Oh, that's right. Vote Obama or McCain. If Obama isn't an option… well, you see how it will play out, don't you? Go BO.
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I dont know why a nonpartisan voter would vote for Obama anyway. He is more liberal than Hillary Clinton is.

At this point I don't care who cries and whines-dem or rep I just want someone that does not lie to step up and do the right thing- I hate empty promises and irrelevent issues that were settled decades ago- keep to current issues that affect people's everyday lives now- most of the lawmakers have become so greedy they will do anything to stay in there- as a taxpayer I would like to see congress as volunteer OR while in office you get the same pay as an entry level teacher in the state you represent that would weed out the ones who really care & stay to make a positive difference-

Honestly, Hillary must be a closet Republican. She's willing to tear the party to shreds in order to win…

Ideally, Democrats should be thinking, I'm voting for ____(Hillary/Obama/Edwards), but ______ (Hillary/Obama/Edwards) is also a good candidate and will get my vote if they are the Democratic nominee.

Instead, Hillary is proving how divisive she is, polarizing the party and attempting to create deep wounds that may not be healed. The Dems simply cannot afford to self-implode this time around. The stakes are too high.

All along, Obama has said we need to stop the kind of poitics that Hillary practices–where we nitpick, where we look for and exaggerate every possible flaw, where we focus on ridiculously obscure and irrelevant facts rather than on the larger issues. I personally don't care whether our next president once said the Republicans had some good ideas, or whether he once supported single payer health coverage, or whether he once worked 5 hours on a legal case for a slumlord. It's in the past, and Hillary has made just as many mistakes (if not more); the only difference is that no one is meticulously picking through her records and memorizing her mistakes to use them against her. I believe Hillary's ridiculous attacks are only proving Obama's point that we need to clean up our politics.

Clear to anyone with a brain: she is mischaracterizing Obama's remarks and proving that she will do anything to win. This negative campaigning needs to stop or else Hillary will succeed in winning the nomination and LOSING the general election in a landslide as Obama supporters like me decide they have had enough of her nonsense and vote Republican for the first time in many years.

I have just about had enough of Hillary!

Either Hillary's a moron or she thinks that Democrats are. Does she really expect us to buy her spin doctoring of Obama's statement? Nowhere has he said that the Republicans came up with good ideas.

Read the book, "For Love Of Politics" by Sally Bedell Smith and learn the truth about the real Clintons. It makes me sick.

Bill Clinton should back off! He had his day in the White House. If Hillary is so prepared to be President on day 1, he must let her demonstrate that strength, wisdom, and courage. He greatly overshadows her and it is obvious that he wants to be in position of power and decision making. Early on during this campain, I did have Hillary in mind. However, after becoming aware of the tactics at play now, I will never vote for her. Hillary, put away the dirt and get down to the issues. This is "grown-up" politics, not high-school. We need a president who can stand on her own two feet and tell her husband to "Chill Out!"

I'm a 36 year old female, who was hoping against all hopes that Hillary would not resort to the old, tired politics so many of us Independents are disgusted with. I've heard the entirety of Obama's interview in which he mentioned the Republican Party, and it is abundantly clear that Hillary has twisted, deconstructed, and reconstructed his comments into a statement she hopes will place Obama in disfavor with the voters. What she fails to realize is that no rational thinking Democrat would ever believe that Obama aligns himself with the Republican-Reagan platform. Her deplorable tactics make her look desperate, dishonest, devious, and corrupt.

Wake up, Hillary!! We want a new type of politics in America, as Obama promises to bring, and you are just reminding all of us that you will never let that happen.

I hope Hillary pays dearly at the polls this weekend and beyond.

Im sick and tired of all this stuff that Obama is going to unite the country. I dont know where he and other people get this idea. What is he going to do? Force the Dems and Republicans to hold hands and sing Kumbaya?

Thank you Hillary. I appreciate your tenacity and strength of character. Clearly, Barrack is lacking both and not ready for prime time.

It just hit me. Hillary needs to be President of the Democratic Party. She would be the absolute best president for an all Democratic Nation. She has made it very clear that they are the only ones she will consider ideas from. Hmmm. I thought the race fwas for President of the United States, though. What' a nonpartisan voter to do???? Oh, that's right. Vote Obama or McCain. If Obama isn't an option… well, you see how it will play out, don't you? Go BO.

CORRECTION

In recent days I have heard from many of my democratic friends that we risk disunity with negativity. But these friends are not truly committed to a real reform and a real break from the past. That is why young people are turning to Obama.

One problem with our politics is that those who don't study it closely lose track of who is truly negative and who is playing fair.

Whan Obama stood up for himself recently he was portrayed as participating in mudslinging. In fact, the Clintons, who have been operating on talking points and deception for 35 years, are the clear culprits. These ads are deliberately deceptive and their cynical approach to politics is the very thing my democratic friends say they are upset about. But just watch — it will be rewarded because inattentive voters continue to vote for people like the Clintons.

This year is an opportunity for change. Electing the Clintons for a third term will not bring about change — it will simply return them to power, along with their cronies, who happen to belong to my political party.

I never thought I would say this — but the Clintons are a worse fate than a Bloomberg or a McCain. They are the worst possible choice at this crucial juncture in our history.

Mr. Obama has, rather tepidly in my opinion, suggested that the Clintons are not being "factually accurate". I"l go him one better and say that they're lying, and they know it. Even with their long history of ruthless, stop-at-nothing-to-win tactics, the sheer viciousness of their recent attacks is, frankly, shocking.

Hillary – as much as I've always been a big supporter of yours, these constant negative attacks are pushing me further and further away. You have LOST my vote. I'm now focusing on McCain or Oboma.

Grow up!

All of the life long Democrats who will not vote for Hillary…so what, who cares. The Democratic party does not need your type anyway. Go vote Republican or stay home. Whatever! Hillary will still win with or without you.

Hilary is after fame, pride and self aggrandizement. For her it is personal; forget America. She wants her name to be a household name in the whole world.
Will anyone with a right mind for her??????????????????

Obama is positive when it comes to Hillary but is relentless in his Republican bashing. We vote. If you're going to win like Presidents Bush and Reagan, you need to appeal to a broad range of voters in the country.

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scott January 23, 2008 2:50 pm ET

candidates for 2008 until I began to research Kucinich. Originally I thought I might support Hillary Clinton, but she has said and done a lot of things that have pissed me off. Then I looked to Barack .I am definately voting for him. He is not afraid to tell the truth!
*****

Sen. Clinton has the conviction to go after Obama for his Regan statements. I applaud her for that. She is not the one to bend to pressures from pollster and that attitude is admirable.

You can vote for Obama and have US go to another war in Pakistan as mentioned so often by Obama in his election campaign. Not that it matters. But I feel US has had enough wars for a while.

I think it is best for democrats to leave Regan out of politicking. Obama's Regan comments could only make Regan toss and turn in heaven. Let Regan alone and be in peace in heaven.

If Obama loses the nomination, he should run as an independent , to ensure the Clinton's never get back intto the white house.

It is amusing to read both the negative and positive comments about Hillary's behavior. It is beyond question that she and her husband are liars, so why get so upset or enthralled?

Why is everyone so surprised that Hillary is doing this? Remember when Obama and Edwards were constantly attacking her a few months back? This is just the way such high-stakes contests go. But when Hillary does it, it's seen as undermining others?

Come on people, this is pure competition and how it normally plays out.

The Clintons are determined to ruin the Democratic Party. I've already renounced my affiliation to the party and many of my friends are in the process of doing the same.

NOT ONLY HAS HILLARY AND BILL BEEN EXTREMELY CLOSE WITH THE BUSH FAMILY THROUGH THE LAST 7 YEARS, THEY APPARENTLY HAVE LEARNED ALL THE DIRTY, ROTTEN TRICKS OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY.

THE CLINTON'S TRUE COLORS ARE SHINING THROUGH. HILLARY AND BILL ARE JUST ROYALLY PISSED OFF WITH BARACK OBAMA FOR STEALING THEIR THUNDER AND MAKING THEIR RUN FOR THE WHITE HOUSE MORE OF A WALK OVER HOT BURNING COALS INSTEAD OF A CAKE WALK.

WAS BILL CLINTON REALLY SUCH A GREAT PRESIDENT, OR HAS THE DISASTER OF THE LAST 7 YEARS MADE HIM LOOK GREAT?

YOU MIGHT AS WELL SAY DADDY BUSH WAS A GREAT PRESIDENT IN THAT CASE.

BUT, HOW DID WE GET RIGHT BACK IN THE SAME ECONOMIC MESS WE WERE IN WHEN DADDY BUSH LEFT OFFICE?

THE REPUBLICAN'S COULDN'T WAIT TO WIN BACK THE WHITE HOUSE BACK AFTER BILL CLINTON AND LOOK AT WHAT A MESS THE UNITED STATES IS IN. WELL, YOU BETTER BELIEVE THAT HILLARY AND BILL WILL BE JUST AS BAD FOR AMERICA AS THE BUSH FAMILY HAS BEEN.

JUST LIKE A LOT OF WOMEN IN POWER, HILLARY WILL TRY TO PROVE THAT SHE'S BIGGER, BADDER AND SCARIER THAN ANY MAN, AND THE NUCLEAR WAR WILL BEGIN.

YOU GO GIRL!!!

Hillary Clinton needs to get a life and learn what ethics is all about. She is running a nasty and disgusting campaign. She had my vote, but not anymore. She needs to worry about why her husband Bill is sleeping during a MLK ceremony and stop lying and distorting the truth about Obama.

Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton (since he is now running again) should stop making the Democratic party look bad. Their lies and tractics and sicking. This is why other countries view us in such a poor light, because of power hungry leaders like them and Bush.

I agree with a statement earlier…

NO MORE DRAMA, VOTE OBAMA

I also live in South Carolina. I have been mailed three mailings by Obama this week. He attacks Hillary. So you tell me he is better and how. Just because he whines everytime someone brings up his flimsy record, does not mean that he is not playing the same political games. Thats all I am trying to say. I have read a million times about the Clinton attack machine, well Obama has one also and he has used it over and over. Obama is not the fresh idea canidate you have all been fooled into believing. We need a strong leader, one with experiance. Obama will not be able to work across party lines, its well known he is very liberal, and he will have a tough idea meshing his dream with conservatives. And if he is stuttering and crying over Hillary now, wait till the republicans rip him a new one. Hillary can face that battle, and win.

BARRY OBAMA IS A BIG CRYBABY !!!
He can't even defend himself against his reckless 'present' votes in the IL. legistlature…
IT'S ABOUT TIME THE COUNTRY SEE'S PAST THIS SILLY FACADE CALLED "HOPE"….
We need a strong, experienced leader in the face of Bush's mess—not a monologue from a public speaker.

Thank you HRC for helping me make up my mind.

You were desperate, looked pitiful and on the verge of crying few weeks ago.

People felt sorry for you and gave you confidence.
Now the 2 state lead you got, got to your head and you start playing dirty.

I'm a die hard democrat but I think I'll be happier to see you defeated than see the Repbulicans booted out of the White House.

You don't get my vote by playing negative politics.

Keep up the dirty game … you'll continue showing your true color and confirming our reslove not to vote for you.

"Goes negative"??? CNN…you need to get up to speed! This distortion of Obama's comments is MINOR compared to her mailers in NH, the dishonest push polls and Robo calls in NV, etc, etc, etc….all that continues in SC btw.

Hillary is extremely qualified to be POTUS, except …she is 100% devoid of integrity and honesty. Anyone who would hire Mark Penn to run their campaign…PUHLEASE!
'nuff said.

"OBAMA CRY BABY"

Are you serious? Who cried when she found out Obama was leading double digits in NH. Funny Clinton Supporters.

A,M
Go to his website and watch a few of his speeches, especially the jefferson-jackson dinner speech. As an independant and a Veteran (USMC VMFA-321) when I heard that speech, I knew that He has a ONCE in a generation mind.
But what sealed the deal was his Foreign policy presentation on cspan. It should be on you tube, or Obama's website (under speeches). EIther way, This guy is the real deal.

"No more drama, vote Obama!"
(Hey, I like that one!)

Well Billery it is nice to see that you see the light; since we need a change: we can have it with a bright young man with sound ideas to improve our country. Yes, we should elect Obama as our next leader to lead us forward, toward new ideas. We are tired of the Republicans, aren’t we?

i think its stupid for hillary clinton to pretty much give up on south carolina, there are many african americans here but most of them probably wont even vote, she would have a chance if she would not just give up on states based on race.

Would it really be so bad if Obama thought Repubicans had some good ideas? I'm not agreeing with Hillary that he said that, but it seems as if Hillary's main motive here is to beat him up for not being divisive enough.

16 years of divisive presidents and political warfare is enough. I don't think we should tolerate it any more, and we don't have to. Time for all the Bush's and all the Clinton's to just "move on".

How can Obama create change and unity when he acts like George Bush. You know why he is like George Bush?

Both dont want to be help accountable for their actions. Obama isnt perfect folks, but im sure more people would respect him if he just came out and told us the truth.

Here's the thing… I've been a supporter of Bill Clinton since he first came on to the national political scene and I have always maintained that regardless of his personal activities he was one the best presidents that the United States has ever had.

That being said, the longer this race goes on the less I like Hillary Clinton. While I would love to see a woman in the white house, I certainly don't want it to be her. I am without a doubt supporting Obama… and will only vote for Hillary if I absolutely have to – if it's her or a republican then I guess she's the lesser of two evils.

Hillary is playing a very dangerous game with the Democratic Party. I used to like both her and Bill but since the primaries have started i've been seeing a very shady side to the both of them. It's ugly and disgusting. She not only is trying to divide the party , but also African Americans as well as African Americans and Whites. She also need to remember that her own record is not a good one and if she gets to run for president on the democratic ticket, the Republicans are going to eat her alive. The only difference between what they are going to do to her and what she is doing to Sen. Obama is that what they say about her will be true.

How can people say that Bill and Hillary are dividing the Democratic Party. They don't divide the party–we do! If we don't want a divided party, there won't be. I wish all the people would realize that. What do you think would happen with a black man and a woman running. These are two different people who appeal to many different factions in the Democratic party. Those people will naturally split to support the candidate of their choice and come together in the general election. All of the people who say they will vote Republican now are just saber rattling. I can't honestly believe that a LIFE LONG democrat as what is being described here by many would choose to vote for any republican over a democratic nominee. To do so would mean that your support was never unwavering and you truly aren't a committed democrat.

We can never lose focus on what is the real goal and that is to have a Democrat in the White House. If you happen to end up with another republican in office and they screw up look in the mirror.

HILLARY 08 AND BEYOND!

Hillary tells us that Obama is liar and says one thing but does another.

I'm sorry but her biggest supporter (Slick Billy) is proven liar and showed us time after time that he isn't to be trusted. So my thing is if Bill and Hills say Obama is a liar, are we to believe them.

We tried that remember….."I did not have sexual relations with that woman"….

My advise to Hills is run your own campaign and keep your mouth shut on the honestly issue….your hubby's track record on the subject stinks. And if you are in agreement with him – We are going to have really question yours.

Signed Undecided

Hillary Clinton and her husband could outpace Mr. Bush with their constant lies and "stretching of the truth." I am an independent and I will either vote for McCain or Obama. This country needs a honest leader that will tell people the truth.

THE CLINTONS NEED TO GO, AND THEY ARE DOING A GOOD JOB AT THEIR OWN IMPLOSION.
OBAMA JUST GOT MY VOTE AND MANY OTHERS, AND IF BY CHANCE OR CROOKERY ITS A CLINTON NOMINATION, THE REPUBLICNAS GOT MY VOTE.

I think we should start a petition for all the members in the democratic party who will refuse to support Hillary Clinton for President if she wins the nomination. We can then send this to Howard Dean of the DNC, and to the Clinton's as well. What do yall think. We should do this now before it actually happens in hope of saving the Democratic party.

Vote Juan MC cain mean vote for Billary 2 political insider whos sold out America to sweat labor ,bush ,juan billary some gola SUPER NAFTA open border

Wake up fellow Dems — the election in November is not going to be all rainbows and butterflies. This will be a tough win for the Dems. We need to go with either John Edwards or Hillary. Obama will be eaten alive by the Repubs.

Does Hillary have Karl Rove on her campaign or something! The sad thing is these sort of attacks seem to work. How sad for America that we only elect those that are the best in deceiving us. I am so tired of the Bush politics and am so disappointed that Hillary has decided to use them in order to win. Will Hillary use these same Bush tactics once in office as well?

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scott January 23, 2008 2:50 pm ET

candidates for 2008 until I began to research Kucinich. Originally I thought I might support Hillary Clinton, but she has said and done a lot of things that have pissed me off. Then I looked to Barack .I am definately voting for him. He is not afraid to tell the truth!
*****
Sen. Clinton has the conviction to go after Obama on Regan commment he made. I applaud her for that. She is not like a floppy who is bending to pollster and I like that attitude.

You can vote for Obama and go on the war path he is planning such as sending troops into Pakistan. Not that it matters. But I feel US has had enough war for a while.

Regan is best left alone in today's politics and may god give him his peace. No need for Sen. Obama to start making statements about him, to make Regan turning and tossing in heaven.

Hillary distorts the truth. This issue has already been discussed during the debate. I WILL NEVER VOTE FOR HER! She will lose a lot of voters if she continues with this nonsense.

OBAMA '08

Go get um hill knock him on his but.

As African American I would vote one who might understand our black issues; that is if there was not one who is black. No more Clintons who represent cheaters, liars, adulterers, shrewd and arrogant politicians.

Paul, Atlanta,

I think it is exceedingly liberal for Democrats to not vote Democratic if they feel the Democratic nominee is a dishonest, power hungy, divisive, egomaniac who will be ready to take on the job on Day 1… the job of getting herself re-elected.

Anyone true to his/her principles, liberal or otherwise, will reject these politics of ambition.

If he is not afraid to tell the truth ….just where does his allegiance lie….

We've always known the Clintons would be calculating in destroying Obama. People have said you dont cross the Clintons without having the scares to show for it. The Clintons would throw everything at this guy. And even if means sending the Clinton attack dogs including Bill to tell blunt faced Lies, they would do whatever it takes to become president.
I wont want to be the guy that crosses the Clinton.

OBAMA SUPPORTERS—Good Comments

Let's go out and talk to everybody! Let's neutralize the deception of the Clinton's!

OBAMA, STAY POSITIVE AND STICK TO THE ISSUES!

Dynasticism! "George H. W. Bush left office to be followed by two terms of Bill Clinton. He, in turn, was followed by two terms of Bush's son. If those two terms of the son are followed by the election of Clinton's wife, I don't see where that's a good thing for the country. It ceases to be a fluke and grows into a pattern. It's dynasticism."

MS. NOONAN (Meet The Press, Jan 20th):

"We haven't mentioned it, but there is this Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton–I've called it a sickness. It is an odd way for a great democracy to comport itself in this strange–we have dynasties now backed by lobbyists, backed by machines and machinery. The fact that America's doing this is giving so many people pause. It us unlike us. And I cannot help but think, as some people come forward and endorse on the Democratic side Mrs. Clinton, they must be thinking stop the dynasty. I know Republicans are thinking stop the dynasties."

If we don't want dynasticism, we have to vote against dynastic candidates.

ABC '08

Well, honesty has never been a Clinton strength. They're smart and committed, but we can't say honest. A week ago I felt that all three Deocratic Candidates could and should play a significant role in the next administration. Together, they are three of the brightest, most dedicated, and most promising to lead our nation. Today, It's down to two. When it comes down to it, I can't support a candidate who is intentionally negative and divisive and misleads the public, no matter how good her Health Care initiative is. After last Monday's debate, I went online to watch the interview Obama gave that she has set her sights on targeting him over. In context, it was very clear what he was saying, and the nod he gave to Reagan and his party was not only mild, but was not in reference to issues so much as action. They were able to get the things they wanted done to a large extent in a way Dems have not, and that includes during the Clinotn years. So much was possible, but personal scandals got in the way. We need a new direction now. We can't go backward. I just hope the divisive nature of these attacks does not hurt the Dems chances to win in November. I doubt HRC is keeping that in mind. The strategy she is using will divide the party and the more negative she gets, the better MsCain will look to Independents. I hope all three will start talking about what they're for and not who they're against. Keep Hoping.

As a Independant leaning Democrat, I once held Bill in high regard, and Hillary with at least the belief that she was as capable as anyone else with regards to the intelligence needed to be president. I can now say that I will not vote for her in the general election, as the more I hear from the dastardly duo, the more I am sickened to my stomach at the thought of Hill as president. If she weasels the nomination, I have no doubt she will be defeated in the general election, and the Democratic party will be left in shambles by her 'All about me' attitude, not likely to recover for some time, as the wounds the Clintons are cutting are going to be deep. I didn't think it possible that someone could be more polarizing than Georgie, but she has a good start.

As to the 'Crybaby' calls by Hills rabid supporters about Obama, that's pretty funny considering being a weakling weeper is how she seems to have convinced people she's not just a conniving slimebag who will do or say anything to be President of our once great nation.

If Hillary wins, I wont vote at all, because she wont have won fair and square, If she does this all the way to get the nomination, I definitely will not vote for her.
She will lose the black vote altogether, she really doesnt realize that. Her husband has really hurt her more than anything.

Here, courtesy of FactCheck.Org, is the full text of what Obama told the editorial board of the Reno Gazette-Journal:

Obama (Jan. 14, 2008): The Republican approach has played itself out. I think it's fair to say that the Republicans were the party of ideas for a pretty long chunk of time there over the last 10, 15 years, in the sense that they were challenging conventional wisdom. Now, you've heard it all before. You look at the economic policies when they're being debated among the presidential candidates, it's all tax cuts. Well, we know, we've done that; we've tried it. That's not really going to solve our energy problems, for example.

does she ever do anything other than talk about other people?? it's like hearing a bunch of gossip all the time

Has it ever occurred to the democrats that republicans and independents are Americans too? Or should we just have another civil war again and all of the 'fun' that entails?
How the heck will anything ever get done with all of the fighting (and infighting)?

When's that meteor gonna smack the earth? it's time overdue now.

Katherine, thank you. I have mentioned on here several times over the last week about the Supreme Court, but some people just get so angry, especially the Obama supporters ( I am an Obama supporter) that they don't see that there is a bigger picture.

I blame the media, they know that there are a few people who are so gullible and would believe everything they say so they keep fueling the fire. The second the media mischaracterized the "fairytale", I saw what they were doing.

Katherine, I hope we can get through to these people before we end up with our rights taken away from us.

LETS GET SOMEONE IN WASHINGTON WHO IS A REAL PERSON, NOT A PUPPET FOR A POLITICAL PARTY. HILLARY IS A WALKING TALKING MOUTH, WHO IS LOOKING TO GET RICHER. WE HAD BILL, WHO CUT BUDGETS SO MUCH THAT WE HAD NO NSA, NO CIA, AND NO AAGENTS IN THE FIELD TO FIND OUT WHATS GOING ON IN THE WORLD. SURE MCCAIN IS A VET WAS A POW BUT HE LOVES THIS COUNTRY. HE DOESNT JUST TAKE, HE GAVE AND HE WILL GIVE. BUT WE NEED SOMEONE WITH NON-WASHINGTON MENTALLITY. SOMEONE FOR THE PEOPLE. ROMNEY IS A POLITICIAN, EDWARDSIS ALREADY A MILLIONAIRE HE DOESN'T NEED ANYMORE. DON'T WE HAVE ANY REAL PEOPLE IN THIS COUNTRY. WAKE UP PEOPLE AND GO READ LOU DOBBS LATEST.

I am a true blue Democrat who is getting tired of the bickering. Let's talk policy. Who is going to fix the health coverage crisis in this country, who is going to ensure good jobs, good education and equal access for the poor. I don't care who likes or dislikes Reagan, or the Republicans. Hillary and Barack are getting boring.

As a life long Democrat I'll be voting for McCain if it's Hillary vs McCain.

Bill Clinton USED to have our respect. Now my wife and I see him as no more than a cutthroat politician who will spout any lies to get a 3rd term.

Obama '08 for REAL change!

Shame on Billary for taking Senator Obama's words out of context. Billary has stooped to new lows. Please get back to the issues.
We learn when we experience things outside of our cozy niche and talk to people different from us.
Applause to Barack Obama for having the wisdom and intelligence to see a bigger world picture than Hillary would ever be able to see. She is too busy trying to organize her desk.
Applause to Barack Obama for being able to see the long span of history. Hilary is too busy devising tomorrow's smear campaign.
Vote Obama '08

She can't bear him in a fair fight, as we saw in Iowa. So she is lying to win. Sound familiar? Oh yeah… THE REPUBLICANS… and she wants to paint him as sounding too GOP…

It's not wrong to suggest that we (progressives) should lead people in a similar way as the right did for a while there, just in a better direction. They had new ideas, so does Obama. Hillary has OLD ideas that filed in the 90s… why should she get another chance?

Hillary has an ego. She wasn't officially the President (Bill) before. Now she wants to solidify that she should have been and will be. I think America will make a mistake if we elect her. She loves the debate and fight, but once on top the romance will be over. Half of our nation now realized the same with the current leader.

Wow! Am I ever shocked that Hillary and Bill would actually stoop this low and are so egocentric and manipulative that they cannot see that the American public is not quite as dumb as they think we are. I heard and read Obama's comments and there is nothing that he said that was not the absolute truth. Shame on Hillary and her "vice" president. Who does she think she's fooling? Any buzz words to get the vote.
I'm a woman, 50 something, small biz owner, activist and Obama's gettin' my vote!

Honestly, Hillary must be a closet Republican. She's willing to tear the party to shreds in order to win…

Ideally, Democrats should be thinking, I'm voting for ____(Hillary/Obama/Edwards), but ______ (Hillary/Obama/Edwards) is also a good candidate and will get my vote if they are the Democratic nominee.

Instead, Hillary is proving how divisive she is, polarizing the party and attempting to create deep wounds that may not be healed. The Dems simply cannot afford to self-implode this time around. The stakes are too high.

Typical and taking comments out of context. Mondale and Dukakis were steamrollered by Reagan and Bush, the elder, primarily because the Democratic Party had no new ideas or fresh approach. Harmful or not the GOP siezed the initiative while the Democrats sat there whining.

We have another instance in 2008 with Edwards and Obama offering fresh ideas and a unifying message while Clinton pulls a Mondale/Dukakis and gives the American voter a stale and outdated message complete with campaign tactics straight out of the Arkansas, Tammany Hall school of trash your opponents.

Clinton may yet win this battle, but she risks losing the war (i.e. general election) to McCain if he is, as seems likely, the GOP nominee. He's also a "change" agent with an untraditional GOP message, Both Clintons, Penn, Wolfson, Grunwald and the old party hacks don't get it. America's had it with the past!

You Hillary supporters are fools….isn't it obvious that her only motivation is being hell bent on power? How did she get off so easy on the voter suppression lawsuit in Nevada (I know it was the teacher's union, but she's obviously learned a bit from Bill on having agents one step away taking the heat). Can't you see that everything that comes out of her mouth is a half truth or blatant lie? Did those crocodile tears in New Hampshire make you think her heart is not black as coal?

She has no chance of getting any Republicans to cross the party line and vote Democrat. I would advise all Democrats to vote Obama if you want to actually win in November….take it from a Repubican….

I am still voting for Barack Obama. He does not run a negative campaign, and is the only one who offers us hope of change.

Why are we paying attention to ANYTHING the Clinton's say, especially Bill? He's a proven liar and was almost impeached for it. If Obama were as low as the Clinton's, he'd be bringing that up. Their 2-1 tag team against him are likely getting him down, but he will rise above this.

I'm waiting for more Clinton skeletons to come out of the closet. Timing is important. Obama needs a "bad cop" to do some dirty work.

Obama dont know what he is doing. He reminds me of a democratic Bush!!!! Arrogant and smug. I think the people need to have more say in the elections. The media misleads the facts. As for playing dirty. They all do. Bush cheated to win the election. He had more excuses than any candidate I ever see have. If Obama cannot handle the heat from Hillary how will he handle crucial matters if he wins?????

The Clintons have proven over and over again that they are treacherous liars and as a Republican who has voted Democrat in the last 4 Elections I will be sure to encourage everyone I know to vote Republican if she wins the Nomination.

Obama 08 but if Hillary's trickery screws up his fate she will get the blame for me and all friends and family voting for McCain.

Keep up the good work Barack. Do not let this nasty Clinton Machine bring you down. Stay above the Frey. You have and will continue to have my vote. And if Hillary gets the nomination I WILL NOT VOTE IN NOVEMBER!!!

when clinton was in office gas was $1.10

you clinton haters are brainwashed by the republican party.

clinton left with a surplus, good economy and low gas prices. what do we have now???????????

you neocons are mad…………………. destroy the country but its a ok because you are against homos and pro life…… in the mean time my wife went shopping and paid $14.00 for seven tomatoes. thanks neocons.

vote repulblican again……………………. or for obama?? a man of change????? he did alot of changing with the "present" votes.

GO HILLARY …………… please fight and dont give in.

Bill 'the only President to ever be impeached' Clinton, and Mrs. Bill Clinton will do anything to get back into the White House. They will play dirty politics right to the end. They can distort the truth with the best of them. It's time for the Clintonistas to go.

On the other hand Obama can't be crying about it. It's not what a leader does. Scarey thought that oone of them may actually be elected President.

It seems that Hillary is the one who's modeling herself after the Republicans, with her desperate, ill-conceived mud-slinging. Yuck.

Obama is right. Republican party is a party of ideas, as opposed to Democratic party that is mainly a party of reaction to Republican party ideas.
Well, Hillary is a typical representative of her party – no new ideas just reactions to the ideas of her opponent. May be it is about time Democrats come up with something coherent as opposed to "republicans sux " line repeated over and over again. May be, one would hope, Obama can offer that something coherent.

Remember the Frazier and Ali fight!?.Neither one was intimidated."get er done Hillary"

I am disgusted by the Clintons' twisting of words for their own benefit. I used to be one of their biggest supporters. Now, if the Dems nominate Hill, I am voting Republican !!!

Has anyone else noticed that even the Repubs running for Prez are talking about the issues that face this nation?
Has anyone else noticed that ALL Billary has done is lie about Obama's record?

Perhaps, Hillary could try telling people WHY they should vote for her instead of why they shouldn't vote for someone else.

You don't go negative until you're behind. The Clintons must sense some trouble on the horizon…

OBAMA 2008!!!!

I am an Independent. Bill and Hillary Clinton seem to be able to get ahead by using less than honest, dirt slinging political strategies…. for all those who think this is ok… let's see what you will think when as President, they apply the same tactics with the American people by giving us information that is less than honest. Wake up America, these folks revel in this negativity. I for one, certainly do not want a President who is so good at distorting the Truth, by the way, it was reported today that George Bush told the American people 935 lies to get Congress to vote for the war in Iraq and we all know how that is going…. Vote for the Clintons and that's the type of leadership you're voting for…

Shame that we haven't evolved beyond this nonsense.

This race has been getting so frustrating recently. The Clintons are making this a race race. It's become all about Barack Obama being black. Now, if you ask the Clintons, they'll deny that, saying that they are all for equality. But just look at the recent comments that they and their supporters have been making. They are simply trying to draw attention to the fact that he's black. At the beginning of the election, I was excited. "We've gotten past the racial and gender bias," I thought to myself. And it disgusts me to see that Hillary Clinton, the most serious female candidate ever, has turned this into a campaign based on her opponent's race. Well done, Hillary.

Hillary Clinton ACTUALLY SAYS that GEORGE BUSH and RONALD REAGAN were two of the greatest presidents ever. SHE IS THE ONE WHO SAID IT, NOT OBAMA.

Are you people INSANE?

I've been watching the Democratic race now for many months now. And quite frankly it is the Clintons that have dragged the discourse into the mud. Iowa had the Clintons running scared. How dare some intelligent upstart take away Hillary's pre-ordained inevitable nomination for president.

So she turned on the water works, played the fear card and had her husband distort the record of Obama. The Clintons are playing the same old games the same old politcs that doesn't let anything get done in this country. I think it will be just another 4 years of polarizing politcs if she and he are in the White House again.

As a long time Clinton supporter. This has me turned off. We need to move on from the Bush Clinton Bush dynasties. I intend to fully support Obama and will vote for him in the primary.

If Hillary becomes the nominee, I won't be voting for her. And will vote for McCain if he becomes the nominee.

I will not vote for Hillary Clinton.

Anyone can take part of a complete statement and turn it around. And that's exactly what the Clinton camp is doing. Obama gives me a sense of hope. Obama 08!

At least Obama did not vote Republican on in one of the biggest votes of the decade…….IRAQ! Too bad Clinton did. Thats all Obama has to say. HILLARY VOTED FOR IRAQ!

ps. When she was losing in New Hamshire she was the candidate of change. Looks like that went out the window

Barack Obama 08

I'm tired of the mudslinging frontrunners trying to parse each others statements and attack each other.

Edwards is the only Democrat who is benefiting from all this. I hope he sticks it out so when Hillary and Obama get done destroying each other, Edwards will be ready to beat the Republicans in the Fall.

If he's having trouble with Hillary's (and BIll's) comments now, just wait and see what the GOP smear machine will give him should he become the nominee. You'll get not only the race card played, but the zenophobe "anti-Muslim" for those ignorant enough to be attracted to it

He'd better toughen up or he'll get eaten alive

The dem elites (Kerry, Kennedy, etc) , and Dem govenors are endorsing Obama.
Guess they don't want the Hill-Billys around either. They most likely know more about them then we do. Besides they are all talk and do nothing GOOD for the country. And they certainly aren't uniters. Reps. are hoping Hillary gets the nomination. Wonder who she would choose for running mate and put in cabinet.
I can just hear her screeching at the Mid Eastern country leaders. ha. They'd either cut out her tongue or stone her.
figurtively speaking of course.
Gain respect from the world? Ya, right.
It's going to be a fun 7 months. Lots of entertainment.

One needs to know the context of Sen Obama's statements and the reason he brings up Reagan. He was talking to a very conservative editorial board in Reno. Blowing the uniter horn and invoking their guy Reagan was the way to get their endorsement (which he did get), proving just like all other politicians he will say whatever he needs to in order to be elected. Wake up people!!!!

I would really like for themselves by race and education. I myself am hispanic and have my masters. And I'm voting for Hillary. So well my brother and sisters—which all have masters, too.

Mani from New Jersey, you should get to know your candidate better. Hillary Clinton has NEVER, EVER, EVER admitted that she made a mistake in voting to authorize the war in Iraq. Instead, she has done what the Clintons have ALWAYS done. She has tried to recharacterize her vote several different ways in the hope of finding some explanation people will believe, other than the truth (i.e., that she felt she needed to vote for the war so the Republicans couldn't come after her when she made her run for the presidency). She has claimed she didn't know what was in the bill; she has claimed she thought it authorized additional inspections; she has claimed she thought there was an amendment to the bill that tempered it. She has NEVER said she made a freaking mistake, not on anything. The Clintons never do.

I simply cannot believe that people are so blind that they can't see what's right in front of their faces. The Clintons know how to do nothing but lie and spew lies and venom and all of their followers buy it hook, line, and sinker.

And I can't even begin to say how disappointed I am by people who claim to be Democrats. I will not only refuse to vote for Hillary; if this is the way the party wants to go, I'll get completely out of it. I suppose maybe this isn't such a bad thing. Perhaps if the Democratic party is destroyed, we'll come up with something better. Democrats simply have no moral high ground over the Republican dirty tricks any longer and there's no more need to distinguish the two.

John Edwards wins the debate hands down Monday night… enough with the Obama-Clinton headlines!

Great job Sen. Edwards taking Mr. Obama to task for voting "present" thus avoiding a voting record.

Sen. Obama buckle up…..this is nothing whoever gets the Dem. nomination is going to see attack ads that will make the 2004 "swift-boating" of Sen. Kerry look like childs play. You lost NH because you couldn't bring home the "youth" vote. Don't blame the Clintons.

Far from the truth! Obama doesn't want to destroy anybody and he is not a whiner either. He is the most dignified, respectful (he even said 'excuse me Madam' to HRC when she was viciously attacking him during the last debate) positive, and unifying candidate that the Democrats have. He is sending an energetic and uplifting message to all Americans no matter the color, race, religion or partisanship. Is that a weakness? You are very lucky he is a Democrat! Besides, he is surrounded by extremely experienced Democratic advisors who believe in him. So, this is a one life time chance for the Democrats to choose the right candidate for America. Nobody is perfect unless you want the Pope or Mother Theresa to run for the presidency, but whichever flaw there may be, it is not enough to diminish the enormous potential that he is showing to get America back on track. So, Clinton's supporters, read the records, get informed and consciously vote for the one that is the best for America.

Hope for the world:

I wouldn't believe a word out of Robert Novak's mouth about anyone. This is the man that helped to out Valerie Plame.

I am disgusted by the Clintons' twisting of words for their own benefit. I used to be one of their biggest supporters. Now, if the Dems nominate Hill, I voting Republican.

If the Obama campaign is smart, they'll ignore these ads. The Clintons are just trying to bait him to continue the negativity which is the opposite of what his message is all about. IGNORE THEM BARACK!!

If Obama was neither praising nor denouncing the Republicans with his statement- why make the comment at all? Of course he brought it up to appeal to Independents and perhaps Republicans. Obama seems to be a very intelligent and articulate person. I respect that. But he needs to acknowledge that he is playing politics just as much as the rest of them. It's almost as if he purposefully made the comment with an escape clause (so it could be said that he never said they were GOOD ideas). Analogous to voting "Present" rather than committing to a firm "Yes" or "No." He needs to show more substance.

Just a comment: Obama 08 mentioned that the Clintons owned property in Dubai, Saudi Arabia, and thereby extention is supporting terrorism. FYI, Dubai is in the United Arab Emirates, not Saudi Arabia and buying property in no way indicates one is supporting terrorism. Get your facts straight, and your geography right!

leave as is

To all you Obama supporters:

It is really frustrating to feel like someone took your words and intentionally twisted them around, isn't it? Amazing how you didn't seem to mind when it was your homeboy BAROCK STAR doing it. It's a two way street…. sucks doesn't it?

I'm so incredibly fed-up with Billary and their dirty tactics. Unfortunately some people will believe anything they say without searching for the truth. I support Obama so much that I changed my affiliation from Independent to Democrat so I'll be able to vote in the primary in my state. If Billary gets the nomination there is no way I will ever cast my vote for her. I'll be back to the Independents.. definitely.

This needs to stop.. I think it's insulting to the American people how Billary's campaign is being run. She knows she cannot win on her own or by only sticking to the truth. It's ridiculous..

Aw, c'mon you guys, this IS politics.

This stuff is fun, it's only inter-party.

It's not time to be disappointed yet.

Save your angst for the two party debates.

For now, enjoy this stuff, it's like a comic book or sit-com, totally funny!

Hillary,

These tactics will drive you out of the south with your tail between your legs.

If you want to win the fight, get your husband out of the ring.

Negative "bashing" does not go over to well here in the south.

Scott

Since Hillary is ready from Day 1….she knows all the inner circle lies in Washington D.C. . ….We demand to know the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth on UFO's. Magic-Marker overdrive is a sign of lies and cover-ups….How many different magic-markers are actually floating around D.C.

come on guys – you all sound like a bunch of school children! think of where we are heading! A major recession – wall street is showing us already – so vote democrats – and honestly if we have any chance of recovery – we can only vote Clinton! Edwards has faded and Obama hasnt earned his stripes yet – so stop bickering about the candidates and vote for the person who can help us get ot of the mess we are in! Stop all this I am black, I am white I am male, I am female nonsense and say I am American! Go Hillary!

WAKE UP AMERICA OBAMA IS A WOLF IN SHEEPS CLOTHING!!!

THE CLINTONS ARE JUST EXPOSING HIM FOR WHAT HE IS!!

GO HILLARY 2008!!!

PLEASE CHANGE OUR WORLD AROUND LIKE YOU DID IN 1992 AFTER WE WERE SUFFERING A TERRIBLE RECESSION DURING 1991!

THEY DID IT ONCE THEY WLL DO IT AGAIN! PROSPERITY FOR ALL!! NO ONE LEFT BEHIND!!

WE WILL PUT THE CLINTONS BACK IN THE WHITE HOUSE WERE THEY BELONG!!

Thanks, Hillary. Your negative ways are turning more and more voters over to Barack. Just goes to show, the American public is yearning for some new politics not the same old Swiftboating ways.

Wow, CNN – how is that negative? – where were your headlines about Obama going Negative in the 527 Ad in Nevada? CAN WE SAY BIAS. I guess what's good for the goose is not good for the gander.

BTW: my angry minions on both side – stop this nonsense about "if Hiilary gets the nomination or if Obama get s the nomination, I am voting for the repub. " It will be worst than hell if a repub becomes president.

HILLARY IS A LIAR. BILL IS A LIAR.

FACT: Hillary voted for the Iraq war.
FACT: Hillary voted in favor of continued funding for the war.
FACT: Hillary's health care plan is really not a plan, but a series of fines levied against the poor.
FACT: Hillary has no plan to get our troops out of Iraq.
FACT: Bill was disbarred in Arkansas for perjury (a felony)
FACT: Hillary is just as devisive as George Bush.
FACT: If Hillary gets the nomination, I'm voting Republican.

Wow Vince in Los Angeles: Way to go, wish I could buy you for what you are worth and sell you for what you think you are worth.

Go Hillary

Just what this economy needs. A President who will raise taxes. Either one of these will raise taxes and probably throw us right into a depression.

The answer is NOT to raise taxes and spend more money.

ditto

Fiscal conservativeness is central to inclusion, which should be at the core of any organization that wants it's members to feel that they belong. Isn't that what society is about? Obama has praised the republications for their good ideas, as opposed to everything that has been done by them, viz., going against the fundamental value that republications have embodied, which is being fiscally conservative. Now, twisting that into something else and attacking a person's character is quite unbecoming of a human being, let alone a former President. And now, we want the spouse, who apparently has a proxy to do the dirty work be a president? c'mon. It's quite obvious where the accusations are being thrown from, and it's quite understandable to defend one's honor and character, and now we have people questioning Obama's toughness. That is sad. Obama kept quite for a tad bit longer and we have people asking him to get tough on this. Now he does get tough on this, and we have folks commenting that he's in the mud. Listen to him, and it's quite obvious, that is is above the bickering and the dirty politics in this country and ask yourself what it is this country needs. A dishonest embodiment of the democratic principles, or somebody who believes and has the hope, that we can truly be united in a country and include all. And, that doesn't equate to "universal" healthcare. And we have Hillary Clinton who wants to do the "math" on that. pity.

I just don't trust Hillary, especially after hert recent coment that a candidate cannot say everything they think. It makes me wonder what feelings she may be hiding. I think she will say anything to anybody to get their vote. She is not my girl.

HILLARY 08 keep up the work !

HEY HILLARY – Keep it up and the Republicans are going to have a LANDSLIDE victory in November , you ignorant, dirty, liar!

So can Obama come out with an ad that shows the former president saying—I did not have sex with that woman…

A lying former president of the free world

I am another life long democrat and I will be voting a republican if slicky Hill wins the nomination. Her attempts to mischaracterize her opponents, especially, Obama is disgusting!

I use to think highly of both Senator and former President Clinton. Since New Hampshire and witnessing what to me and others looked like Hillary was acting for the Academy Awards, and all of the negative, half-truths and bullying by both she and her husband, I am ashamed to have ever thought highly of them. They are like gang bangers after loot by any means necessary. I have no belief in anything they say or do. They are liars and all would be well to look beyond and deep into what they say — ask them to verify everything they do or say!!!

Obama wanted independent votes in Neveda and that's the only reason he made those remarks. NOT because he is uniter but because he wanted to win. That's the truth. I don't think he even likes Regan anyway. It's just Poli "trick" he played to get more votes. …he is just like any other politician.

Unfortunately, I don't feel comfortable with any of them. …yet

Hillary has changed how she presents herself quite a few times these past few years. Whatever she thinks the public wants, she'll do what she has to do to get elected.

She – however – represents 'Status Quo' and 'business as usual' to a large number of Americans. She's just not trusted…..unfortunately.

Good for the Clintons. I am in Virginia and wishh i could here the radio ads. I agree with the Clintons. It is not attacking Obama it is bringing attention to his comments. If Obama doesn't want to be misinterpretted then he needs to be more clear with his thoughts. Hooray for Hillary!!! Don't back down!!!!

Look Obama is a Con-artist and sh0uld be exposed now, before the Republicans do—Because believe me, it will be alot worse than what Clinton is doing now.
If you ask me she's being to nice. I know one thing for sure and that if Clinton nor Edwards is on that ticket I'll be voting republican. A vote for Obama is a vote for ignorance, again (like a vote for Bush)

Howard Dean needs to be replaced!

Dems will loose under his watch.

well seems like they are using Obama's voice on this ad. However I do find this type of stuff little aggressive.

candidates for 2008 until I began to research Kucinich. Originally I thought I might support Hillary Clinton, but she has said and done a lot of things that have pissed me off. Then I looked to Barack .I am definately voting for him. He is not afraid to tell the truth!

While Hillary and Obama feud continues. The republicans going to ease their way to the White House

Seriously what a shame b/n clinton's and Obama's confrontation. but thing is , when she tried to attack Obama , did any heard that booooo ing from the crowd ? am just curious , how does it feel to be booooooo ed like that .

am still undecided but am thinking towards Obama but i am not satisfied yet ? i am hungry to hear more from the IL's senetator Barack Obama.

You are RIGHT ON THE MONEY, Sidharth! Hilliarry and Slick Willy have now divided the Democratic party utterly and beyond repair – opening up an easy victory for the Republicans in the fall (I'm sure not voting for hillary the liar anymore). My prediction – Hillary gets the nomination because of all the stoopid dems out there, and McCain wins in November because a LOT of dems are DISGUSTED with the Clintons right now. Then – in 2012 – Obama claims his rightful place as leader and uniter of this country.

As I recall, it was Hillary that was the crybaby a few weeks ago!!

Hillary, I hope your negative campaigning turns against you!!!

Go, Obama!!!!

Not a smart move in the slightest.

All this does is remind people why they don't like her.

Obama campaign has to love the fact that Team Hillary has taken the bait and come out swinging against them. This conduct, combined with her hostile attitude in the recent South Carolina debate, should effectively erase any goodwill that Hillary attained with her little crying spell in New Hampshire.

I was going to vote for Hillary, but she has now lost my vote.

Look at where George Bush's lies got us. If she blatantly lies and manipulates the truth in a primary race, what will she do if she's in the White House??

This is disgusting.
Obama- you have my vote. Period.