January 23, 2008
Posted: January 23rd, 2008 02:37 PM ET

(CNN) – Barack Obama's campaign has filed a formal complaint with the Nevada Democratic Party Wednesday over allegations of irregularities in Saturday’s caucuses in that state – “violations” they blame on Hillary Clinton’s campaign.

“I am writing to request that the Nevada State Democratic Party conduct an inquiry into an apparent and disturbing pattern of incidents reported at precinct locations throughout the state during the January 19 Caucus," the Obama campaign’s general counsel, Bob Bauer, said in a letter to State Party Chairwoman Jill Derby.

The complaint includes material Bauer claims was sent out by the Clinton campaign that includes the line: "It's not illegal unless they tell you so."

"This certainly suggests that, for the Clinton campaign, the operative standard was, simply and only, what it could get away with," Bauer wrote.

In his letter, Bauer says the campaign has received reports of more than 1,600 complaints, including reports of voter obstruction and early door closings, many of which came in through a special hotline set up by the campaign.

He said the Obama camp is not challenging the Nevada outcome, but is requesting an official inquiry into campaign tactics by Clinton supporters in the state.

The Clinton campaign has also complained of alleged voter intimidation by Obama allies during Saturday’s Nevada vote.

“The reality is that the Sen. Obama's allies engaged in intimidation and strong-arm tactics against our supporters at their workplaces and at caucus sites. And they ran outrageous, false and offensive ads against Sen. Clinton,” Clinton campaign spokesman Phil Singer said in response to Bauer’s complaint.

“Sen. Obama lost and now his campaign is acting out.”

Hillary Clinton won the Nevada caucuses, though Barack Obama captured more delegates.

Obama complaint (pdf)

UPDATE: Clinton campaign counsel Lyn Utrecht sent Derby a letter late Wednesday detailing a long list of allegations against Obama supporters in Nevada, including "systematic corruption" of the state's caucus procedures and "voter suppression and intimidation."

"This letter is not intended as a response to the Obama campaign's letter," wrote Utrecht. "However, in the interest of a complete record" the Clinton campaign "wishes to bring to your attention information we have received evidencing a premeditated and systematic corruption of the party's caucus procedures."

It also states that the Clinton campaign supports an inquiry into events surrounding Saturday's vote.

Clinton letter (pdf)

–CNN Associate Political Editor Rebecca Sinderbrand

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton


Ardnuas   January 28th, 2008 5:28 pm ET

I agree with Barack............. YES ................WE..............CAN
Let's do it America !!!!

Ardnuas   January 27th, 2008 11:00 am ET

oops..... try this ... " W E ........... R O C K "

Clyde-- Ky   January 26th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

Benjamin: You are forgetting that black's are only about 16% of the population which will have little effect on a national scale only in a state or two like maybe S. Carolina will black's make much of a difference and all blacks aren't for Obama they still remember that Bill Clinton a democrat did more for them than any republican. Hillary will drown Obama in the big states. Go Hillary

Clyde-- Ky   January 26th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

democrat in NY: so you are proud of a liteweight all mouth no substance Obama? Most of you Clinton hater's can't stand a person smarter than you especially a Woman that's why you badmouth Hillary .What we need now more than ever is a brilliant person for president(which Hillary is) not someone who has nothing in his backgroung to qualify him to be president.Obama shout's change but never tell you what or how he would change anything.Obama is just a thin skined snakeoil salesman the republican's would chew him up and spit him out. Nominating Obama is a sure way to put another republican in the White House which this country or the world can't stand. GO Hillary

Aidyl   January 26th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Billary will do anything to win. People seem to forget that Bill was impeached and had his law license taken because of lies. Also people who had information on them reqarding white-water and other things wound up dead. Let's turn the page and not go back to that mess. If 35yrs of experience gets you that, I'll take less experience and more integrity and good judgement. ROCK OBAMA 08

Clyde-- Ky   January 26th, 2008 11:27 am ET

Robyn Great post: .Obama is now showing what a thin skin he has and if he is whineing about Clinton getting tough with him(which she should he doesn't deserve a free ride) wait (if God forbid he is nominated) the republican's will eat his lunch then quarter and field dress him.We need a strong leader now more than ever not some fly by night lite weight who would need training wheels-we've spent 7 plus years with that. Hillary has taken everything the republican's and clinton hater's have thrown at her for the past 30 year's so she is ready to take them on again Go Hillary

Ardnuas   January 26th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Hilliary Clinton is a "female version
George Bush", if she is elected she will DIVIDE this nation! She will insist that HER way is the ONLY way.... Listen to her speak, she only speaks of about what SHE will do in office, Barack speaks about working with the American people, the Republicans, the Independents to set our sights HIGHER and be the TRUE leader of the world...... Please don't be fooled by the Clintons..... Let's go forward.

jim   January 26th, 2008 3:19 am ET

To JR and bd:
plz tell me what is an african american job????
i am a physicist, and i am african american!

and to the rest, i don;t know much about the NV voting and i will not comment on things i don't have info on. i wish the rest of u would do the same. some of the people on this blog and others are so blind that they will not see any thing wrong.
what's wrong is this... the do any thing to win!!! if u are better, then prove it without slander, rascism, and distorting statements. i have always admired the clintons, but this win at any cost is to much. someone said integrity and character.
it all is lacking at this point, and for people that are from the same party at each other's necks is upsetting.
ask yourself this QUESTION," AM I JUST VOTING FOR HER BECAUSE SHE IS A LADY AND WHITE OR AM I JUST VOTING FOR HIM BECAUSE HE IS BLACK AND NO WOMAN SHOULD HAVE THAT JOB?"
if that is the only thing u have, then u have a major problem. get it together people...because we are leaving the door open to the republicans, again.

schlotzsky   January 26th, 2008 2:21 am ET

If Hillary (probably) gets the nomination, please don't automatically vote for the Republican! He most likely won't be any better. Consider all of the corruption and treachery that we've suffered through and use your vote for a third party. This is not 'wasting' your vote; on the contrary, unless your state is extremely tight like Florida in 2000, your vote for one of the major parties is worthless. It only serves to show them how many sheep they have in their flocks. A protest vote for a different party sends a message of dissatisfaction. If enough of us voted this way, it would make them take notice that the people have had enough!

Festus   January 25th, 2008 11:00 pm ET

why is the question always about how the black votes could be divided and not how the white votes could be divided between Hillary and Obama and for what reasons?

Nate   January 25th, 2008 8:30 am ET

I think Bilary supporters are completely off base. Obama's camp received over 1600 complaints of voter interference by Clinton supporters and now Clinton supporters are saying Obama is being a crybaby. Good grief. He is fighting for justice and democracy. The Clinton's used unfair tactics and now Clinton's supporters don't want to here about how the Bilary will do whatever in takes to be President again.

I can't vote since I live in Canada but go Obama!!! Edwards would also be good but he won't win. If Hilary wins the nomination I hope the Republicans win the election.

Kathy, Columbus Ohio   January 25th, 2008 8:00 am ET

Since the Clinton's are counting on the Latino vote I hope they come out and vote for them because Blacks will stay home. I suggest that Blacks go out and vote for their state and local races if they have any important issues on the ballot and do not vote for president. Now if you really want the Clinton's to lose then vote republican the party that freed the slaves but didn't do much for the Blacks after that. I really feel that Blacks need to register as independents and let each party come a corting. If we survived bush for 8 years we can survive the next republican for 4 more years. Do you really want a dem to walk into the BIG mess that bush is leaving for the next president, think about.

If Bill thinks he can sweet talk Blacks into supporting Hillary after this dirty campaign he really needs to think again. He might be able to fool a few into voting for hillary but he will soon be dealing with the boomers he grew up with, who will tell him straight to his face to kiss where the sun don't shine!!!!

Bill and Hillary are playing the Blacks against the Latino's and this will cost them the election. If the Blacks overwhelmingly vote republican to keep hillary out and don't forget the white man who will not vote for her, she loses!!!!!

I'm looking forward the seeing the disappointment on hillarys face after she loses the election.

GB   January 25th, 2008 7:34 am ET

All~
I read through all of the previous posts..yes all of them. I think the most important thing to do is cast aside your previous bias and read the posts coming from the people that were actually present at the NV caucus. They were there, they saw what was going on. The rest of us are all just outsiders looking in trying to cast our opinion based on who we are supporting in this election. This story is not so much about the election as it is about voter rights.

acadia   January 25th, 2008 7:29 am ET

I agree with Debbie, if Hiliary gets in I'll vote Republican! To bad she couldn't stay on high ground, she has lost a lot of support with dirty tactics.

Joe, Wilmington DE   January 25th, 2008 7:14 am ET

The Clintons continue thier decades-long despicable rampage over anything that is right, decent and honest.

Americans can no longer afford to have this slash and burn, whatever it takes to win political mentality that essentially defines the Clinton way.

We must move on to a more practical, honest, team-building approach to democratic government. This is not something that either Clinton is capable of. Obama clearly is.

Have the courage to vote for Obama and help take us away from what has become a destructive political norm.

NO MORE CLINTONS; NO MORE BUSHES.

Cheryl, RI   January 25th, 2008 7:11 am ET

This has nothing to do about whining about the outcome of any primary.

It is about preserving the integrity of the election process. When irregularities of the type that have been suspected in NH and documented in NV occur, the public need to know this. The world watches our elections. How can we expect to support fledgling democracies when our own system operates with irregularities, voter intimidation, and out right lies. This should not be tolerated by the American People, regardless of who you support.

Saying that Sen. Obama is a sore loser because he is simply insisting on the integrity of the process, is in fact an intimidation process by the Clinton campaign. Regardless of who you support, we all should be united on ensuring that each vote is counted, and each person who wanted to vote is given that opportunity.

Dorothy Fraser   January 25th, 2008 7:00 am ET

The Nevada vote will not be crucial to the final results. Give it a rest and move on.

Lance   January 25th, 2008 6:26 am ET

Who would you rather have? A president who is carrying on her husband's legacy for another 4 years or someone who really can inspire this nation to do great things?

There's certainly no inspiration with the Clintons.

Obama is the right choice.

Jackie   January 25th, 2008 6:22 am ET

It is so sad to see the Clinton Legacy go down in history to be the ones who use the Bush Adminstration tactics. I use to respect them so much but now even if Hilliary wins the nomination, I can not justify voting for her.

If Obama doesn't win, I will take a strong look at a canidate from the Repulican or Independent side (provided that the NY major runs.) That is sad for me to say because I've never voted outside the Democratic party but one thing is for sure, I will not vote for the Clintons. I'll stay home first.

Matt   January 25th, 2008 3:27 am ET

Mr. Obama

Run as independent candidate for President in case Clintons win the Democratic Party nomination. You will win. If you are not Democratic Party candidate to run against republicans and you don’t run as independent then many people like us will surely vote for republican candidate.

Hillary is un-fair, her husband Mr. Bill seems to have lost all the sense in his quest to return back to White house (as first man of the country).

John Edward has no hope of getting nominated and is clearly eyeing the position of Vice-President as running mate of who ever gets the democratic nomination.

Dan   January 25th, 2008 3:24 am ET

When did going through the proper channels to investigate possible fraud become whining OR a sign of weakness? Why do we have a system if we only criticize those who utilize it? If proper legal processes are weakness, I hope for all our sakes we get this kind of "weak" quality in all our leaders; I'll take that over sneaky behind-the-scenes tactics any day of the week.

HIllarySupporter   January 25th, 2008 3:06 am ET

Obama ... you are a sore loser!

Hillary in 'o8

Mattie   January 25th, 2008 2:58 am ET

cnn is not being fair about Hillary Clinton. cnn always holding Obama up no matter what is said about him or no matter what he says about Hillary or Bill clinton. You are wrong cnn, stop downing Hillary and Bill its not right.
No we have not seen a formal president campain for his wife because we have never had a formal president wife to run for president. Keep it up Bill and support Hillary. It terrible that Obama don't have enough respect to appreciate a formal president like Bill Clinton who have a great record to show that time was much better when he was president. SHAME ON YOU.

wakeupamerica!   January 25th, 2008 2:48 am ET

Clinton and Obama should be thrown out of the party for both of their behaviors!

atleast they should both bow out now before they destroy the country!

Let the real leader in this campaign the one that is true to the party take his "rightful" place in this election and accept his nominee as best candidate

so he can begin on day one!

John Edwards 08!!!!

cnn is terrible   January 25th, 2008 2:22 am ET

did they really run a story entitled 'Obama and the slumlord'?
I mean...is this as good as it gets? I mean, why do they do that? Let spinsters decide what their headlines and pieces are going to be about. It's not that they're attacking obama, because a couple of weeks ago they did so many stories about hillary crying. It's just so lame.

that's it.

Ian   January 25th, 2008 2:21 am ET

People need to realize this is beyond Clinton v. Obama, this is the democratic process being bent over and screwed by the typical dirty politics that the post-Iowa Hillary has deployed. If she is the democratic nominee, we will see another 4 years of failure from presidency, regardless of who wins. Two families running the white house for (at least) 24 years is a disgrace to our forefathers. They revolted against monarchy and now America's uneducated voter is more content with putting the same people in office than actually trying to get things done. Hillary has not only received donations from people like Rupert Murdoch, but has depended on these donations. Obama has far more individuals donating than Hillary, and Edwards hasn't accepted anything from PACS or special interests. Hillary is a joke and might as well just flip America the bird for her shady tactics. Has anyone brought up the fact that all of Hillary's victories in NH came from precincts that used primarily computer voting? Hmmm...lets think...every poll shows her losing, then suddenly, she wins? Come on people. Not to mention, Hillary didn't really win Nevada, she won Vegas. She has less elected delegates than Obama. If she has only a few more delegates in the end, it will only prove that not only the electoral college destroys democracy, but our nomination process is flawed too.

Katherine   January 25th, 2008 2:07 am ET

Having read both PDF files, both parties indicate that their lawyers have names and witnesses. There may or may not be something there. In reading both responses I think that the Clinton lawyer had a much more professional presentation, but again if true facts can be ascertained then an investigation might reveal more than just a single instant and not from only one side.

I would like, however, to offer this as thought. President Clinton knew there were things being done prior to the caucus. Is it possible, and I use the word possible, that there was a behind-the-scenes investigation being done? That, instead of making a public display out of this incident they planned to or were already conducting discrete inquiries?

I am quite certain that neither ourselves nor the news media have any idea about what was happening officially in this regard. It is possible that these things might have been addressed quietly and with dignity. No matter what happens now, that is no longer possible.

mark chicago   January 25th, 2008 1:02 am ET

I AM SICK OF THE CLINTONS,THEY ARE GOING TO MAKE IT WORST FOR THE WHOLE WORLD AND I HOPE THEY WOULD STOP IT ALREADY.WE NEED OBAMA.

Harold   January 25th, 2008 12:49 am ET

The bottom line is Obama has no plans , has no platform, has nothing. He cannot debate issues because he would not know an issue if it hit him in the head. He believes that the election should be handed to him today. All Obama can do is whine.
How come we never hear of his real estate deal in Chicago?
Hillary is the best choice.
Any Democrat that says they would vote republican deserves what they get from 4 more years of Bushesque mismanagement and deceipt.

WilNYC   January 25th, 2008 12:45 am ET

I love all the Republicans who now pretend they'll vote for Obama in the general election. "If Hillary gets nominated, I'll definitely vote Republican"...like you weren't planning to anyway. Obviously your preference has nothing to do with issues like the war or health care or recession or the deficit or taxpayer funded exportation of US manufacturing or no bid contracts for Republican campaign donors or third world response to natural and manmade disasters, etc.

Obama's the GOP's only hope of retaining the White House. They know they'll rip him to shreds if he's nominated. His middle name alone is enough to lose the election.

He's a Chicago machine politician. You don't crawl out of that sewer and smell like a rose. Do your own due diligence. He's not even fit for VP.

He's a deliberately blank slate. Dupes can fill in the blanks however they please. His true supporters are dreamers. Witness this blog and the empty slogans.

He had a future until his premature and sad debacle of campaign. Too bad he's impatient and impolitic. He could have been a contender.

Thomas Henson   January 25th, 2008 12:43 am ET

Give me a break. Did hillary push you down on the playground little obama? Should we find a private insurance company to kiss it with thousand dollar bills and make it better? This is unacceptable, our presidential candidates are acting like spoiled, rude little children. Forget them both. Why is this even a news story?
How about we get some coverage on what these two.. AND John Edwards views and policies are instead?

Michelle   January 25th, 2008 12:19 am ET

Do we want a repeat of 2000 and 2004, when people were not allowed to vote and we got George Bush as president for 8 years? We need to take voting more serious in this country. People have died so I can have the right to vote and if someone is being denied their constitutional right to vote, it is wrong. Whether you like Obama or not, it is still the right thing to do if there is voting fraud going on. If there was voting fraud going on in Iowa, then Clintons camp should have filed a complaint. Dont file a complaint after someone filed one against you. That is petty.

I am still trying to understand why is it wrong for Obama to talk about his race and not wrong for Clinton to talk about her gender. We all know that if one of them wins the presidency it will make history. I dont need either one of them to remind me that he is black or that she is a woman. I have eyes I can see. I just want the best person to be president.

Lydia   January 25th, 2008 12:04 am ET

To be perfectly honest, Billary thought the White House was in the bag...and then Iowa happened and Billary came in third. THAT shook their world and since that time they have taken the low road by spewing lies in an attempt to gain political advantage.

Let the record speak for itself:

Legislative Experience – Barack Obama – 8 years in the Illinois Senate and 2+ years in the U.S. Senate a total of approximately 11 years. Hillary – 7 years in the U.S. Senate. Who has more experience?

Supporter of Civil and Human Rights – Barack Obama served the communities of Chicago where he became a community organizer working to improve conditions for people living in poor neighborhoods; practiced law as a civil rights attorney. Hillary – While Dr. King was leading a non-violent movement for social change, putting pressure on President Johnson to sign the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Hillary was supporting the candidacy of Barry Goldwater, the same Barry Goldwater who voted against the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Ooops! So much for civil and human rights.

Please!

Jo   January 24th, 2008 11:59 pm ET

Bill and Hillary Clinton are behaving quite like the Bushes. If they have respect of themselves and the institution they have headed before, i.e. the Democratic party, they better talk the mother and father language than drag a vibrant young promising politician into the mud. The words they use will be used against them once she's nominated as Demo candidate. Play it cool....., just throw issues and not DIRTY..., you won't win like that for sure!

Jim   January 24th, 2008 11:51 pm ET

I think that it is right to investigate the claims. Voter supression is a serious issue, and if they are true, it shows the Clinton campaign cares too much about winning and not enough about democracy.

melody, Snohomish, wa   January 24th, 2008 11:49 pm ET

it is becoming quite clear that obama can not take the heat. so he complaining about the party. when someone goes to such lenghs to complain about losing, he has something he is hiding. he refuses to discuss the issues. every debate the only thing he can do is attack hillary and bill. next he will be attacking chelsea. just by saying the words change does not mean its going to happen. he started this mess. i think it is time for howard dean to step in. he needs to put obama in his place. if he can not discuss the real issues, he should get out. go hillary!!!!!!!!

Samson Lim   January 24th, 2008 11:47 pm ET

STOP BEING A CRY BABY, LET'S MOVE ON! JUST FOCUS ON ISSUE.

Carole   January 24th, 2008 11:42 pm ET

WAAA, WAAA, WAAA OBAMA!!

HILLARY 2008

Caz   January 24th, 2008 11:36 pm ET

If Hillary Clinton wins the nomination I'm rebuking my affiliation with the Democratic Party and will vote Republican. I'm sick of the Clintons, I'm sick of their BUSH-like tactics and I'm ready for some change for once. Clinton Supporters make me sick. I'm tired of all this...

Sophie   January 24th, 2008 11:27 pm ET

Can any of you explain to me how OBAMA is destroying the dem party?

He received over 1600 complaints by his supporters of voter intimidation by Billary and is STANDING UP for them and their voices. This is a GOOD thing.

I know you all are used to arrogant, agressive politics. Get over it. Obama will be our next pres.

Obama 08

Lauren   January 24th, 2008 11:25 pm ET

The Clinton campaign is acting almost as if they’re republican. Mr. Obama you will be our next President. Hold on there till November!!

Fred   January 24th, 2008 11:24 pm ET

he is a sore loser
if hillary would have done this the media would have given her heck
but since he is black they cant say anything cause obama would accuse them of being raciest

chilstring   January 24th, 2008 11:20 pm ET

Bill and Hillary Clinton have become as divisive to the Democratic party as Gerorge Bush and Dick Cheney have been to our country. Accusing Barack Obama of espousing Republican philosophies and praising Ronald Regan was stupid and irresponsible.

Lets hope for either a Obama/Clinton or Clinton/Obama ticket with John Edwards taking the place of Attorney General

Naomi   January 24th, 2008 11:16 pm ET

I read both the Obama letter, which seems to have been sent out first, and the Clinton letter. The Clinton letter merely mirrors the Obama letter. It seems that the Clinton's were given a copy of the Obama letter then simply copied issues of complaint. I dont know, it seems rather fishy. I hate to think of Hillary conducting her camp in an unethical fashion but I have seen the light. She has disappointed me.

My vote is without doubt going to Barack Obama as well as the vote of my friends and family.

Let's Barack the vote!!!!

Naomi

kristy   January 24th, 2008 11:10 pm ET

I find irony in all of this. 8 years ago the people who praised the clintons, are now bashing them....... Why? I have heard all the reasons. Where is the sudden discontent coming from? We know republicans dislike hill and bill.
We democrats Have one goal to take back the presidency. I wish Hillary and Obama could remember that. We the voters should as well. If you are true dems save the mud-slinging for the republicans. The dems should be pursuing a victory regardless of the winner.

Bert   January 24th, 2008 10:34 pm ET

Get real. How likely is it that a Union Worker would threaten an Employee like that in front of Bill Clinton??? GET REAL. There seems to be a pattern, whatever Clintons SAY is happening to THEM...is what THEY will do next to the Opponent. Very calculating people. Scary.

TN mom   January 24th, 2008 10:33 pm ET

DID EVERYONE SEE THE OBAMA STORY REGARDINGHIM LINKED TO REZKO? IT PLAYED ON CNN TONIGHT.....SHAME ON YOU OBAMA!

TN mom   January 24th, 2008 10:31 pm ET

WE ARE OVER YOU OBAMA! YOU HAVE BEEN A HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT!

marge   January 24th, 2008 10:23 pm ET

"I hope the Obama supporters TiVo'd the debate this past week, maybe you can play it back and see WHO really started the mudslinging instead of coming out ready to discuss the issues of this election. In case you have not been paying close attention, the Obama campaign has resorted to the same tactics that every political race has ever succumbed to because the Obama camp is no better or any different than any other candidate's camp. They capitalize on every sound bite & spin it just like every political camp does. Did you really think he was different"?

I agree Obama was defensive,however was that without reason? For weeks Bill and Hillary BOTH have made inaccurate statements regarding Obama's record. they have continually mis-quoted his statements. Their supporters chave made snide and rude remarks . What did you think??? The man was going to continue NOT to fight back????? When you play in the same arena with 'The Clintons" ,you had better adopt their "tactics" or be eaten alive....
Obama is not a sore loser...the problem is "The Clintons", never expected to be in this position...Hillary nor Bill expected this type of competition,and especially not from the Obama campaign. LOL!LOL! Obama and his supporters have every reason to 'hold their heads high' win or lose...because the "truth" of this matter is Obama is giving "The Clintons" a run for their money....LOL!LOL!
Holly posted:

"Did you really think he was different"?

Oh he IS different!

Ann   January 24th, 2008 10:22 pm ET

WOW! The differences between the candidates and their supports are crystal clear. I'm so glad I'm an Obama supporter. We need our country to focus on issues. Obama didn't make a public accusation – he filed a legitimate complaint which was followed by a Clinton attempt to deny by accusation.
The Clinton hostility (both of them) and misrepresentations are signs of how they would run the country. They're skilled, but not in the tactics I'd be proud to see used in the Oval Office. I'd like to trust the next President and be proud of our country.

stokes   January 24th, 2008 10:15 pm ET

I heard the same things had happen at the Iowa Causes, i feel the Clintons need to stop twisting Obama's words they sound like some kids playing these stupid games they need to get down to the issue's, because everytime they say they qoute Obama its never the full story and its always said wrong to sound worse, if they have such a lead then why are they campaigning like their losing. they are all just some straight Liar's, it was never hard for Bill to do that before

nathan   January 24th, 2008 10:15 pm ET

I am not an american. But if Iam, I would preferClinton. Clinton seems to be average, but obama is worse. He would defenitely fumble in foreign policies. Dear Democrats, for the sake of your country & all the other countries in the world, dont elect obama!

chel   January 24th, 2008 10:10 pm ET

This is not about Obama losing...it's about making sure his campaign nips the clinton tactics in the bud as they move onto other states. It's a signal letting us know what's up and what to watch out for...and what they won't put up with in the future.

amf   January 24th, 2008 10:02 pm ET

Lets face it, the Clintons have always been liars and tried to deceive the American people.

GO OBAMA!

HOTATL   January 24th, 2008 9:50 pm ET

I do not feel Obama is being a sore loser at all. If the Clintons feel they can win on experience and their own merit, then do so. However the Dirty politicis and distorting of informtion regarding Obama is not right. This goes to show she has been in Washington too long – and that's why we need change.

Obama 2008 our next President.

Holly, Chicago   January 24th, 2008 9:46 pm ET

Seattle:

Sorry to interrupt your....train (wreck) of thought(s) here, but in case you have NOT noticed we live in America, where last time I checked we were still a democracy. Democracy guarantees freedom of speech, but maybe being a Obama supporter you really don't have a sold fundamental understanding of the democratic process because you are just part of the ground swell that has come out of the closet to jump on any candidate's bandwagon that can make rhetoric sound presidential. BTW, it's referred to as "mudslinging", not mud flinging.

Furthermore, you have the audacity to talk about Clinton supporters NOT knowing where Sen. Clinton stands on the issues? OMG, we have known all along where Sen. Clinton stands because she took a stand months ago & substantiated what the issues are that she represents in this election, something Obama has not done until recently. That is what Sen. Clinton brings to the dance, something with substance.

It's no surprise that when Sen. Clinton has commented on any issue Obama supporters have jumped all over her saying that she is a whiner. Sen Obama does it and he is really NOT whining, he is just retaliating...right?

I hope the Obama supporters TiVo'd the debate this past week, maybe you can play it back and see WHO really started the mudslinging instead of coming out ready to discuss the issues of this election. In case you have not been paying close attention, the Obama campaign has resorted to the same tactics that every political race has ever succumbed to because the Obama camp is no better or any different than any other candidate's camp. They capitalize on every sound bite & spin it just like every political camp does. Did you really think he was different?

Yes, the kitchen is heating up and I am glad that I am supporting a candidate that can actually cook up something substantial for our country that is real.

Hillary 08! NObama

Marge   January 24th, 2008 9:43 pm ET

OBAMA SAID, HE HAS ALWAYS SAID THE PLEG OF ALLIGENCE AND HELD HIS HAND OVER HIS HEART SINCE HE WAS 3 YEARS OF AGE. I THOUGHT HE LIVED IN KENYA TILL HE WAS 8. DO THEY HAVE OUR PLEG OF ALLIGENCE THERE-GIVE ME A BREAK. HE COMPLAINS THAT BILL IS HELPING HILLARY. WELL EXCUSE MEEEEEEEEEEE, DID'T YOU HAVE OPARA. WHAT A WHINING WIMP. ALSO, I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HIS MILITARY RECORD. IF NOT WHY? OH YEAH, SHARPTON AND JACKSON RAILLED TO GET HIM OFF-HA! GO HILLARY!!!!!

democrat   January 24th, 2008 9:43 pm ET

I am a democrat and I like bill clinton.
But if Hillary wins I am voting republican.
I am disgusted by her behavior.

Tom H.   January 24th, 2008 9:38 pm ET

I voted in the Nevada Caucus. I saw neither dirty tricks, nor abuse by either side. I did see grown men acting like complete idiots, and trying to out fact each other. I believe that Obama is showing that he is indeed a sore runner up.

chris m   January 24th, 2008 9:36 pm ET

When the Republicans disenfranchised the black voters in Florida and it cost Al Gore the Presidency, the NAACP had to fight it because they know what voter suppression is. It is not whining. It is real. It must be stomped on everywhere it shows its head. Whoever does it. From Hillary to Diebold, from Bush to corrupt counters of hanging chads.

It is foolhardy to call it whining. I guess you would have found that the disenfranchised voters under Jim Crow were whining. Remember, the Bush administration thought the NAACP were whining. Until the investigation found that it was true.

Nick   January 24th, 2008 9:30 pm ET

Clintons lied and cheated in NH, as well. They deceived leading Democrats there about Obama's record on abortion, getting them to sign onto an attack piece.

These are nasty, power-hungry people that will do anything to get back to the White House (so they can sell access again).

Understand this: a President Hilary will get next to nothing done, because she'll face so much opposition and has so little genuine political knack for uniting people. The country is more bitterly divided now that it was during Bill's presidency; the right has even less to lose now by obstructing; she is alienating the Democrats and independents she'll need to push any agenda.

Hers would be an even more impotent and divisive presidency that W's 2nd term.

Sumitra Deb   January 24th, 2008 9:28 pm ET

"WOW! Hillary is outdoing even Karl "Dr. Evil" Rove these days. What won't this woman stoop to in order to win?? Any shred of decency that was left has apparently escaped the Clinton family. Is Hillary going to be saying "I did not have sexual relations with that woman" in 3 years? Or perhaps "what is the meaning of "is"?""

I voted two times for the "he' Clinton. I wish, I can take them back.

Plus   January 24th, 2008 9:21 pm ET

Maria, Houston is really twisting the facts into another fairytale.

Senator Clinton was not "crying" at all, and she certainy never would have "cried" because she lost. She showed human emotion because of YOUR loss. BO is not ready for this job...any thinking person knows that fact. He has less expereince than the floppy-earred guy we have in there now.

Clinton 2008

terrondt   January 24th, 2008 9:16 pm ET

take losing like a man barack. SORE LOSERMAN!!!!!

Leon   January 24th, 2008 9:10 pm ET

People say they want a President who is going to stand up for their rights, that will represent them, make everything better, blah, blah, blah...

Obama's campaign receives all these complaints and they voice the concerns by writting this letter. Now you have people calling Obama a bad loser and cry baby...for what? For voicing the concerns of American Citizens? What was he suppose to do?

I don't get it!

Geri   January 24th, 2008 9:08 pm ET

I was at the Iowa caucus and I also saw first hand how the Obama camp acted. There was one person in particular who was ready to punch anyone that tried to talk to someone about going to another camp when their candidate didn't come up with the necessary 15%. He was not particular whether it was male or female, young or old. I'm tired of listening to Obama whine and his loud mouth wife is no different than any one else's spouse. The one thing I thought was humeous coming out of her mouth was that they had just gotten out od debt. Who is she trying to kid. Her salary alone would help stamp out hunger in some communities. Lets get the whiners in the back ground.

honest voter   January 24th, 2008 9:04 pm ET

To the comment from DoM I think the clintons won some of the Latinos
votes through intimidation !!!

joe   January 24th, 2008 8:47 pm ET

First of obama is the one that started the attacks first. When Hillary was way ahead of him he started a negative attacks against her. Now that he is loosing he files a complaint in Nevada. The people have chosen in Nevada. Just get over it. This is the guy that tells the people choose on their own. Know he is loosing he wants to change is their minds. This guy has no experience at all and just talks a lot.

PLUS HE IS A MUSLISM

Nicholas   January 24th, 2008 8:43 pm ET

The Clinton attack machine has made me ashamed. While I support Obama I only came to this conclusion while watching them attack at every chance they have gotten, first when Obama said that he would meet with foreign leaders up to now how they are launching there first official attack ads on Obama's comments on Raegen. Impllying that he supported every bad decishion that the GOP has come up with while this simply isn't true. Many people Democrats and Republicans alike are looking for a new vision of America, something that the whole nation can get behind, a vision that does not play to the extremes of either base but embraces all the ideals of America and what we can be, and what we want to be. This is the change that Obama wants to bring about, hillary does not even see that, she thinks that Obama's message of change is something that he would be the first black president, his real message of change is that he will be the first president in some time that works for all of America, for those that give him there votes and for those that do not, this is the only way that we can make real things happen that make this a better world for us all. The greatest amount of happiness for the greatest amount of people, that is how a president should guide a nation to peace and prosperity.

Obama is our greatest hope for Peace and happiness in America, please stand with me, join all Americans behind a common goal, that is the only way that we are going to take on challenges like Climate Change, and Health Care, we have a real chance join us and change the world.

Obama 08

joe   January 24th, 2008 8:36 pm ET

It is tit for tat war, frankly it is petty from both sides. Obama should stop whining about negative attack when he is not pulling any punches with his negative, untruthfull
attack on Clinton either.

For those losers who worship Obama as a cult of personality, threat to vote for McCain if Obama loses the nomination, grow up! If these idiots want another xenophobic, incompetent GOP like McCain, or an other 4 years where 47 mil americans do not health care coverage, go ahead vote McCain, you loser.

Clinton and Obama supporter.
Joe

Zephyr Logan   January 24th, 2008 8:30 pm ET

Clinton will win if she RIGS IT!!!!

Obama08

Rose   January 24th, 2008 8:25 pm ET

Sour grapes. Hillary won and Obama is whining. If you can't take what comes with a race for the Whitehouse from your own party, what is going to happen when the Republican swiftboaters come at you. If your not tough, you lose. Hillary is the most experienced and she didn't ask for an investigation in Iowa. She accepted her loss. Get over it. SC will give you the state. Now you will be 2 for 2.

William   January 24th, 2008 8:18 pm ET

You don't have to take the Obama camp's word for it .... Bill and Hillary have frankly distorted - misquoted - misrepresented - and essentially lied in their statements.

This is EXACTLY what we have all wanted to get away from - from the Republicans.

And the other night, when Hillary flamed on about how she would never quit, never leave 15 (17?) million American's without heath insurrance .... b.s.

when she HAD the chance - in 1993 - she folded like a wet napkin - and NEVER came back for a second swing at the ball.

Talk is cheap. You guys had your chance and 8 years is enough.

If HRC gets the nomination, for the first time since 1968 - I won't vote.

sherry   January 24th, 2008 8:16 pm ET

He did not show up to vote in the senate often in his short time there, missed 130 votes out of 153! bashes ALL the other 72 senators who voted for the war based on the intelligence they were provided by OUR PRESIDENT, but he will not answer any reporter on how we would voted at the time. But his record after fact shows he supports the war, voted twice in 2006 against bringing America's troops back home. He votes for war appropriations giving our money to Halliburton and Blackwater. His latest bit of posturing S 433 allows the Bush Administration to suspend any troop withdrawal!!!!Which if not suspended, still keeps the troops in Iraq for a long time to come? Obama when faced with tough choices always gave in to pressure from the Bush administration or corporate lobbyists. Such as Obama voted for Bush's energy bill, sending more than $13 billion in subsidies and tax breaks to oil, coal, and nuclear companies. Obama voted with Republicans to allow credit card companies to raise inter

Wake Up!!!   January 24th, 2008 8:15 pm ET

I am completely ashamed of the democrates in my party. If Obama was not in this election they would be begging to be nursed by Hillary and there would be very ittle decent into her being nominated. As an black-american I am also ashamed at most attitudes and behaviors toward Clinton. It was stay home and wait to see if Obama is electable first. Find out he is and now we have Hillary playing the captin to amistad. I heard a guest speaker on a Chicago talk show basicaly claim any black that doesn't vote black is in violation of Dr. Kings dream...What!!!! To vote black for the sake of being black is in violation of kings dream. Now don't get me wrong if Obama wins the noination that is exactly what I'll do, but it will still be because it does more good than harm and is the lesser of two evils...democrats and republicans. I truely believe that it must be republicrats in desguise claiming to vote repub or not at all if Hillary gets it. What democrate in their right mind even if the nominee was Kucinich (probably mispelled) would vote or not vote to allow in Bush's Republican successor. Don't complain when gas is $5 and cost for in-state tuition is $50 grand a year and the only schools us black can get in are our own because of cost and our legacy points (race and location), all ready erased, are no longer cosidered. Edwards is the only one who I have heard yet that has a real solution to our problems lessing the gap of povety for all people. If I new my vote wouldn't be wasted he would have it.

sherry   January 24th, 2008 8:15 pm ET

when will cnn report the news and stop embellishing and telling us what they think who cares we as the Amercian people deserve the news not as cnn sees it. They used to report the news now they spill. Please stop

Democratsin09   January 24th, 2008 8:12 pm ET

I am glad that Obama is standing up for himself and calling the Clintons out on their crap. I have watched every single debate and Obama has addressed every single question and slur thrown to him. I appreciate people wanting to vote for whom they think is the better candidate, but to say that Obama is not addressing questions or not standing up for anything is ABSURD! Some people need to stop being so simple minded.

And as far as whining goes, you people on this blog is the only whining that I hear.

Get a life already!

Dan from MN   January 24th, 2008 8:07 pm ET

So many people speak of inexperience in government as a bad thing. We've had nearly 100% experienced politicians for the last 100 years. Where has that gotten us lately. Doesn't real change and a new outlook come from new blood. Please let's vote the lifetime politicians out of office. Every congressman and senator that started in office as less than a millionaire is now many times a millionaire. Something is broken here.

Micahel Guinn, Ventura, CA   January 24th, 2008 8:04 pm ET

Someone has to put his words into action- and the Obama campaign has. We want CHANGE from the under-handed politics of the beltway.
I have noticed that the HRC supporters on here are more hateful than she is- until I see some of this stop-I will continue to fight for CHANGE! Obama 08!
PS- This division is just what the Republicans need to re-take the White House! Shame on you President Clinton.

PCM 01   January 24th, 2008 8:02 pm ET

This is to supposed to be the light house of democracy in the world. We have sent soldiers to fight for the concept of freedom , justice and dignity accross the oceans.
To read some of the comments about the Democratic process is sad and humiliating...so much effort , tears and blood for this?
This country is ready to change to a new generation of politicians. We do not need bad politics. Bad politics is about distorting, lieing and manipulating the facts to feed egomaniac behaviours.
Mr. & Mrs Clinton you behaviour is not conveying a sincere affection for your party, neither your love for the U.S.A. Your turbid past and experiences, your present megalomaniac behaviour are hurting the political aspirations of the Democratic Party.

Mr. Clinton it is time for the Democratic party to access some of their emergency funds and buy you a ticket for a trip until December 2008.

Mrs. Clinton, I believe that this country is ready for a female president, but you are not it. You are like a desperate wife trying to accomplish something behind her egomaniac husband. How can you ask the support of a person that have cheated, lied about it and is making a donkey of himself by taking naps in front of TV cameras, perhaps dreaming about past deceptions?.It is not very liberating behaviour for yoursel or for the women of this country. It is not good for the people of the U.S.A.

Mr. Clinton, do not forget to send us a postcard

Virginia San Francisco, California   January 24th, 2008 7:59 pm ET

Give it up Senator Obama.
Hey I thought he said he comes from Chicago area where things are "rough"
so stop this "blaming game" and please move on. He now shows me how weak he REALLY is because if he can't handle the fact the Bill Clinton is speaking for his wife and what she represents...stop complaining and winding. Now he and his campaign decide to put in complaint against another candidate. What happen to we ALL one? What happen to the united topic or was he just putting out words that sound good. "ACTION SPEAKS FOR ITSELF.

Growing up in the barrio I've had more than 2 folks attack me verbally though I am not winding about it I stand up against.

To the candidates and the media: "PLEASE STICK TO THE TOPICS THAT CONCERN AND WILL EFFECT THE VOTERS LIFE".

Med   January 24th, 2008 7:51 pm ET

Saying the african american community will mobilise against hillary if she is nominated is equivalent to blackmail of the democratic party by frustrated loosers. We should refuse to vote for someone just because he is a 'brother'. Lets go beyound the race issue and look at the people behind the rhetoric!

JBBaker   January 24th, 2008 7:50 pm ET

It is very ironic how Clinton won came in first in NH when she came in third in Iowa. Jumped up above Edwards who was second and came in first in Nevada. Something in the milk is not clean.

Obama was leading in both NH or Nevada before their primaries, something has been done underhanded by the Clinton Campaign. I believe what you do in the dark will come to the light and what is hidden will be revealed.

I understand that Nevada casino workers are mostly Latino, you know the Clintons are a flip flop. It was the blacks that helped put them in the 90's and the Africian American has found them out and now they are running to the Latinos.

The polls show her leading in some areas, but by the time the General Election comes those who she thought was voting her will not.

Obama will bring the bipartisan to the country, just what we need. He is the President of the Hour and it is time for CHANGE.

Sam Cook sang a CHANGE IS COMING!

Obama is the right one for president

Jim, OR   January 24th, 2008 7:47 pm ET

The only thing more disturbing than the alleged violations of Nevada election law is the attitude of the Clinton supporters who respond with remarks like "sore loser" (of course, he actually won more delegates!), "pantywaist" and "whiner". We are talking about attempts to deprive people of their right to participate in the electoral process, which despite who you support, should be sacred in this country. However, the response from the Hillary fans is completely consistent with their overall strategy of attempting to marginalize Obama now that he appears to threaten the nomination that Clinton thought was hers for the asking. The Clinton campaign tosses something out (like a subtle race card) and then attacks Obama when his campaign responds. I understand if the true Clinton believers think that lies are permissible and an accepted part of a campaign but you would think that trampling on the rights of people to vote in a party caucus would cause at least some of them to question the kind of people they are supporting. If it wasn't clear before, we now know what Hillary meant when she bragged about being able to handle the Republicans and that is her belief (and Karl Rove's) that anything is acceptable if you win. (And if you get caught, just deny it.)

Sandra, Arizona   January 24th, 2008 7:46 pm ET

The Clintons are liars, cheats, and dirty "Republican acting" scroudrals. I am so sick of the lies they have been saying about Obama. Everyone, please read the article that Newsweek wrote about the Clintons lies. They actually conducted an investigation that concluded that Obama did vote for an increase in minimum wage, and they were disappointed that the Clintons could lie about what Obama said about Reagan. I will not vote for Clinton. I will probably not vote or vote Independant. Clintons are going to ruin what Obama is so desperately trying build in America.

MrBrownstone   January 24th, 2008 7:31 pm ET

They should just throw out all the delegates in Nevada. As crooked as the casinos are, what would you expect from Unions of Nevada?

Nicole   January 24th, 2008 7:27 pm ET

After all this he-said-she-said crap, if Hillary is the nominee and running against McCain, chalk up a vote for McCain from me (God it hurts to say that!). If I was Obama, I'd stand up for myself too. In the last debate she insinuated that the guy was against rights for sexually abused children, against restrictions on lending companies that prey on low income families, and defended a "slum lord". Give me a break. She's disgusting.

Billary is using the exact same tactics as Bush – say the lie over and over and enough people will believe. SO SAD that someone I used to look up to so much, has chosen such a low route. I guess that's just politics...

seattle   January 24th, 2008 7:16 pm ET

Wow. I'm not sure what's worse–the Clinton campaign's dirty politics which they're using against Obama, or the line "if you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen." I'm sorry to be blunt, but Clinton supporters need to shut up with that line. The "heat" does not have to be all out mud-flinging like Hillary clearly wants it to be. Honestly I think some of these Clinton supporters don't even care about what she's doing to Obama or where she stands on the issues; they will go with anything that will let them win. So maybe start making your own voter choices, and for Gods sake, why don't you Clinton supporters just get out of the kitchen–your food tastes like crap anyways.

Dan G   January 24th, 2008 6:55 pm ET

The general dishonesty and ruthlessness of the Clintons brings back all of the memories of their tenure in the White House in the 90s. I'd rather an honest man I disagree with than a dishonest one who says anything to get and stay elected.

Evan   January 24th, 2008 6:51 pm ET

He's not being a sore loser. Obama's just questioning the voting practices, not the results. Besides, he didn't really lose in Nevada, anyway. He lost the popular vote, but split the delegates.

AND the Clinton campaign supports the move, so I don't see the big deal. It's not like Kusinich (or however you spell his name) asking for a recount in NH.

Corey   January 24th, 2008 6:49 pm ET

If by campaign you mean lie to the American people, because that is exactly what bill is doing. The American public often times does not delve into the issues and will believe what is said about a candidate. So Bill makes up negative things to make Obama look bad. It is called swift-boating. If anyone has a sketchy background it is bill himself, I don't understand how people can fully trust a man whose own presidency was full of social debaucheries. And for your information Hillary won the popular vote, but Obama recieved more delegates.

Jon   January 24th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

Obama is a cry baby and a sore loser. What ever happened to the politics of change.

Thank goodness his national political career will be over within a month.

Ardnuas   January 24th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

I want our democratic party to be united to beat the republicans, Hilliary can't do it... She is full of anger over the way she and Bill were treated by the republicans, she wants to be president to even the score. Barack is the only person to unite the democrats, republicans, and independents. Do we really think anything will be different with the Clintons back in the White House ? Are we that stupid ?

Ann   January 24th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

What a sore loser.

Heather Peterson   January 24th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

We all were disappointed when John Kerry didn't stand up to false accusations...now that Obama has the backbone to stand up to wrong-doing we're calling him a whiner? It makes him look presidential to stand up to the dirty Clintons.

TWC   January 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

This isn't about Senator Obama feeling backed into a corner or about whining! Clinton people were asked to do things that not only affected the outcome, but also challenged the integrity of the entire caucus process. Regardless of the outcome, these tactics patronize voters and we should be angry about anyone who tries to undermine or influence the process.

I have talked face to face with an Obama staffer that worked in the Las Vegas area. She gave a shocking testament to what happened there. Not only were doors shut and padlocked early, but Obama supporters (voters) were sent on wild goose chases across town that took so long, they could not get back to their caucus location on time.

Say what you will these claims, but this is no different than fixing or cheating in a sporting event! If someone does not step in and insure that the rules of the caucuses are enforced, then no value can be attributed to their results.

The Clintons are proven liars and deceivers and I fully believe these allegations are true. Stand up for integrity..!!! Don't vote for Hillary..!!!

Ratgurl   January 24th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

I'm very disturbed by many of the comments posted in here. While there are way too many for me to read them all, many of them appear to be from campaigners for Ms. Clinton. Perhaps I'm just reading a little too much into them, and if I am, anyone is free to correct me, but "Smart Democrat," "Don," "D-MT," "Nash," "Louis," Victor@NJ," "Vote4Hillary" (obviously), "mycomment," Demfan," "Eeeeer!?," & "Trever" to name but a few each sound like they're doing a stump job for Hillary. Isn't this the place for public opinion? Keep the campaigning on the road where it's meant to be, and let us "little people" opine and banter about serious, thought-provoking concepts so that we may make educated and informed decisions when the time comes.

And moderators, please quit picking and choosing which comments to post. Unless they are profane, please post them all.

Anthony Phillip   January 24th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

OBAMA!!!!!!!OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!OBAMA!!!!!!BARRACK!!!!BARRACK!!!!!BARRACK!!!!!!!!!!!!

flash367   January 24th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

ARE WE IN A KINDERGARDEN?

Jermaine   January 24th, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Hilliary Clinton is the best qualified candidate among the democrats. I'm so sick of people talking about Bill Clinton need to "chill" or tone it down. He have every right to campaign and fight for his wife just like Michelle Obama and Elizabeth Edwards fight for their husbands. Hilliary won the state of Nevada. The man just got in the Senate anyway, why is he even running for president. This country is in a bad fix and we don't have time for on the site training. The Obama campaign keep hollering "Change," but his voting record is almost identical to that of Hilliary Clinton. Let's make a smart choice in 2008 and vote Hilliary Clinton. I respect Senator Obama and I believe he is a great family man and citizen, however, it's just not his time. Perhaps after Hilliary eight years he will run and become the 45th President.

Clinton For President '08'

Geff   January 24th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

I would like every Democrat to think for a moment and try to remember the last candidate running to be president who said "I am not a Washington insider and I an a uniter" that was George Bush. George Bush is the greatest divider and now Obama is saying the same thing. Watch out for these so called uniters. Vote for Hillary who is a true leader.

Gina   January 24th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

I'm so-oooo sick of hearing about Obama, and this is just the primary election. He's been getting a free ride from day one. I just don't see the appeal in electing a man who expects to be treated so delicately. It's easy to say "that's not true" when you've made sure your entire political career was as vague as possible. Way to go not really standing for anything Obama.

Hope is not an issue.

Stephen   January 24th, 2008 5:39 pm ET

I don't think I can ever vote for either of these LOSERS!!!

tommoro41   January 24th, 2008 5:31 pm ET

this type of action by the clintons should not be surprizing they r good at decieving and misleading the american people Iam a registerd republican but this time i will vote democrate because OBAMA represents a fresh start and not some of the same lieing polititions weve had in the past and i want to encurrage all HISPANICS to do the same

angry   January 24th, 2008 5:29 pm ET

i hate this squabbling. it's hurting the party. i'm already thinking about becoming republican & i never thought that would happen.

Franklin   January 24th, 2008 5:10 pm ET

Hillary has shown great resilience under fire (media + NH) so far Obama lacks that.

had-enuf   January 24th, 2008 5:08 pm ET

To those of you who think Obama is whining, then you truly don't understand where he is coming from. It's not whining just because he is insisting on fairness! I feel that all the CLINTONS want is Power. Hillary is acts like a republican to me. I know in Barack's mind, he'd probably like to tell the Clinton's where to go and he'd probably like to send them, but because he is reserved and he's a thinker, he must be observant of all around him, because of him being Black. I am voting for Barack because I believe he wants to unify everyone. He may not have all the answers, but he will listen to OUR ideas. Hillary just wants to be a huge political figure, and Barack wants to be in a position that can bring change to our country and possible rebuild ties with our enemies. We need someone of a calming nature to help resolve the mess that the Republicans have put on America.

tom   January 24th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

Obama needs to get over it. He lost and his whining is just going to covince the rest of the nation to line up behind Hillary.

Rekha   January 24th, 2008 4:57 pm ET

YOU GO HILLARY. YOU ARE THE QUINTESSENTIAL LADY. YOU PRAISED OBAMA AND GAVE HIM DUE CREDIT. OBAMA ON THE OTHER HAND HAS NOT SAID ONE COMPLIMENTARY THING ABOUT YOU.
TED KENNEDY TOM DASCHLE AND JAMES CLYBURN YOU NEED TO TELL OBAMA " OBAMA STOP THE DRAMA"
THE NEVADA VOTES ARE A NON-ISSUE UNTIL THE FINAL VOTES FROM THE NATIIONAL DELEGATES ARE COUNTED.
HELLO! THERE ARE MORE THAN 2000 DELEGATES !!!
HILLARY SPEAKS WITH LUCIDITY ABOUT THE ECONOMY, HEALTH INSURANCE, SOCIAL SECURITY AND CHILDREN – EDUCATION GIVING CHAPTER AND VERSE TO HER PROPOSALS.
HILLARY IS THE UNIFIER
OBAMA MR. DRAMA IS THE GREAT DIVIDER.
WHEN HILLARY SAID AT THE DEBATE THEY WERE JUST 'GETTING WARMED UP" IT WAS AN UNDERSTATEMENT.
WAIT UNTIL THE REPUBLICANS GET THEIR TALONS INTO MR. CRY BABY.
THEY WILL HAUL HIM OVER THE PROVERBIAL COALS.

Sharon   January 24th, 2008 4:54 pm ET

I will never vote for the Clintons again in this lifetime. They really show how beastly they can be and it finally makes sense why they are still together. I am so ashamed for having blindly given my votes to them in prior years. Ignorance is bliss, but now the illusion has worn off. I see their true colors. This campaign is a disgrace and all due to Bill and Hill. After this, I would prefer not voting than to vote for them. Consider me an Independent after this hot mess. The Clintons will no longer take this Black person's vote for granted.

While I am writing, I would like some of the Churches that I once respected to know that I understand now why your congregation is so huge. You are not looking at the big picture. You can actually learn a little something from the movie, 'First Sunday'. Take the message out of that movie and maybe you can see yourself as the Deacon in the movie. There is no way; you could have endorsed Hillary especially the way the Clintons have behaved.

Obviously, you have no IDEA what Martin Luther King, Malcolm X and so many others stood for. Did you even see Roots? Have you been to Africa? Some of you are the Toms spoken about in books past and I am sure laughed about at dinner tables today.

Yvesu   January 24th, 2008 4:54 pm ET

now we know where Rove went–he's working for hillary. it's politics as usual! we are SO SICK of it. thanks obama, for at least showing us what integrity looks like.

Chris   January 24th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

There is one thing that should come out of this argument...

CAUCUSING IS FUNDAMENTALLY FLAWED

Primaries have got to be the only way to go, and it seems to me like the whole caucusing system is antiquated and open to distortion, quite frankly a travesty of democratic procedure.

Especially when there is the possibility for blatant conflict of interest, especially when it comes to precinct chairs.

The Democratic Party doesn't need irregularities and bickering but one cant help but think that such things are inevitable when a political party continues to rely on such pathetic techniques.

Ask yourself, would this be deemed acceptable in a general election?

Franklin   January 24th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

Obama get a life. Stop whining and playing the victim card.
Everyone acknowledges the fact that you`re favoured by most media outlets...is this another attempt to gain more favour.
I do not intend to fuel the race debate any further but as a self proclaim unifier you ought to know better rather than playing the victim card you should accept defeat and move on as a noble states man

LiLi   January 24th, 2008 4:49 pm ET

He has a right to request that the allegations be investigated. Period. It doesn't matter if he lost or not, what matters is that this type of alleged conduct does not happen again. Obama's camp made some allegations of misconduct and now, as usual she has made the same type of allegations, in order to make it look as if this type of conduct happened on both sides and Obama should just live with it and to make him look like a sore loser. This just goes to show that if an injustice happens to our fellow Americans and their rights are violated, she will not be the first person to address it. She will wait until someone else puts it out there and makes it an issue before she takes a stand. If she had been that concerned with the conduct reported back to her campaign, why didn't she address formally, to protect her suppporters that didn't get to vote and that have the right? Obama wouldn't have taken this chance if he truly didn't believe that our Americans that have the right to vote were treated unfairly, because that is the kind of person he is. He doesn't care about whether this will make him look like a sore loser. It is about the injustice that occurred to our people and fellow Amercicans. It's about the people to him. Doesn't that make you feel good? We're not in Iraq, there should not be obstruction of voting in this country. Think about the real issue at hand!

Christina from TN   January 24th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

Lord help us all if Obama wins...he is destroying our party already! He doesn't even care!

Mike   January 24th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

I am also sickened by Hillary and her never ending dirty political tricks. If she is the Democratic nominee, I am voting republican. She does not need to be in the White House with Bill. If she can't control him now, how is she going to possibly control him when she is president? You can't have 2 presidents and that's exactly what you're getting with the Cintons. I hope Barack gets the nomination or Michael Bloomberg runs as an independent.

john   January 24th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

LUCKILY, SOUTH CAROLINA IS A PRIMARY, AND WE DONT GOTTA WORRY ABOUT CAUCUSES IN CASINOS...

SO BILLARY BEING ABLE TO CHEAT AGAIN SHOULD BE HARDER THAN LAST TIME, AND WILL INSURE ANOTHER OBAMA VICTORY...

Jorge Villa   January 24th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

Hispanic arent Voting for Obama!!! Stop crying. Reason Hillary won was because Richardson stepped out of the Races, in which his votes went right to Hillary.

Stop crying Obama! I'm from Wisconsin and I wont vote for you even thought his campaign is strong in the Midwest. Hes just a sweet talker has done nothing for illinois. Only reason he wont Iowa is because his campaign is strong in the midwest. That was NOT a surprise. Obama had many Democrats from the Midwest help him Campaign during his senate Race in illinois. He'll be strong in Wisconsin, Iowa, illinois, Indiana, and if had his name in the Michigan ballot he would of done well.

Annie, CA   January 24th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Disturbed – I think it is admirable that President Clinton is campaigning for Senator Clinton – just as I think it is admirable that Elizabeth Edwards is campaigning for Former Senator Edwards. I would bet none of them think of it as 'heavy lifting' . Just because Senator Obama's wife doesn't seem to be campaigning much apparently is their choice.

Devisive is the name of the game and that is what the media is creating by their slanted coverage.

Disgusted   January 24th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

Is this really what American politics has become? Do either of these children in adult costumes deserve to run a country full of Americans when they cannot even be civil with each other? To be quiet honest neither of these candidates deserve to be in the White House due to their smear campaign tactics agaisnt one another. Lets put someone in office who sticks to the issues and the task at hand rather than a person that is going to focus on the shortcomings of someone else.

Kesh   January 24th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

wow. could this be anymore annoying? Do they not realize that when they do stuff like this or fight on tv (the SC debate) it's a major turn off? Stop complaining folks and run a campaign. Don't be a sore loser. Don't win off of false terms either.
*sigh*

Dave   January 24th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Best thing that could happen for the Republican party – Our Country and next President John McCain Thanks you both

Brendan D, Niles, IL   January 24th, 2008 3:59 pm ET

To all those blaming Obama for hurting the Democratic Party:

Hillary Clinton's campaign chairman is Terry McAuliffe, who was the DNC Chairman from 2001-2005. Under his "leadership," the Democrats were not once able to capture Congress or the White House. He oversaw the selling-out of the Democratic Party to the neo-conservative sect of the Republican Party. Terry McAuliffe was a drag to the party. Now, he's running Mrs. Clinton's campaign. Out of curiosity, why would Hillary pick this man, who oversaw the darkest days for Democrats since the "Reagan Revolution," as her campaign chairman? And who would hurt the party more - Obama by challenging the patriarchy of the party, or Hillary by giving a job to a complete hack?

BobW Rochester, NY   January 24th, 2008 3:54 pm ET

"I think Obama and his campaign should move on. They lost Nevada, fair and square. Continuing to dwell on it, will promote the image of a sore loser"

Actually they won the campaign there by at least 2 delegates. Like Bush, Hillary won the popular vote.

Annie, CA   January 24th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

One last thing..........I sure hope I am not one of the 15 million people that Senator Obama's proposed medical plan will exclude. I hope you aren't either! He hasn't said who that will be....I think we should all know.

If anyone is seriously considering Obama to be their candidate – perhaps they can answer what sector or sectors of these United States Senator Obama is excluding from his proposed medical care plan.

Thanks.

Annie, CA   January 24th, 2008 3:48 pm ET

I think most of the media is basically Republican...someone recently wrote along these lines that Labels like “black,” “female,” “Christian” or “Mormon” are simplistic ways to order people into certain sectors. At worst it makes it much easier for powerful entities to oppress smaller groups.

There is no better way for the media to create dissention than to report only on Obama being Black and how the black people of North Carolina are voting 8-1 down racial lines. Or that "x" percentage of women are voting for Clinton.

Wake up everyone – the media is manipulating what the disection of the citizens of the US. Vote for who you think will be the best President and who can get things done. Please don't vote if the only reason to vote is for gender or color.

And as for sickofbickering'08 – I would ask you to watch the last debate again. It was Senator Obama who started the mud slinging (he is no saint) and the only problem I really had with Senator Clinton is that she did not start her comments with "well I am certainly surprised by your accusation considering your campaign speech of yesterday indicated that you wanted to have a clean race and not have this bickering – but with that said...." Senator Obama really debates with one 10 word sentence to the question and two paragraphs to sling falsehoods. Not a good technique to anyone who knows anything about debating. He would be difficult to debate since he accepts no responsibilities (ie – voting 'present' over 100 times – and one of those was for his own written bil? duh!) He is hoping the rest of the people do not see his technique.

Perhaps CNN could do a special on the 'art of debating'....

Mike   January 24th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

To those of you saying that Obama is "whining" and is a "sore loser," take a closer look at the results and who received more delegates. Obama won NEVADA, Hillary won LAS VEGAS. I am confident the truth will prevail in this matter and Obama will win the nomination.

Peter   January 24th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

The Clintons are fraudsters & LIARS they'll do whateva they can to WIN,,, but i bet you.. no more Clinton Dynasty can survive the Republican Dogs.
Obama is a guy that wants to clean the politics, American politics is no longer a pace setter, very soon american will be compared with Zimbabwe-Africa.
Lets stop the Clintons now or Loose to Republicans.

Obama 08

JD   January 24th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

No women is ILLEGAL mean illegal can vote me,
If Billary becomes president she'll replace our justice dept with LA RAZA and sell everything own by goverment to china or anybody else that will pay her a salesman's commission. mre welfare for illegal

Robert   January 24th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Mr. Obama, please stop with your tantrums! Believe it or not , the Clintons are not the bad guys. Make your case for President or shutup!

Peter Waters   January 24th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Sore loser! You lost Nevada! Get over it!

HILLARY won fair and square! I was there... some (not all) of the Obama supporters were mean, pushy, rude!

I actually was a Obama fan until I got there. I switched over to Hillary.

HILLARY 2008!

Why dont You and see   January 24th, 2008 3:25 pm ET

I live in Illinois Obama has not done any thing to improve the State all he has done so far is write a book take trips to find his roots and vote present his aids do that for him same with the commities. Plus he's part of this states corrupt politions. Look at Blago free spending of $$$ he dosnt have and they both ran at the same time. Vote for Obama is like voting your self in the poor house. He will spend and not care where it comes from. Rasie your TAX's too and support Illegals getting in free.

Brendan   January 24th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Obama is just upset that he lost. Pathetic actually!!!

FC   January 24th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

The Democratic Party should intervene in this debacle between the Clintons and Obama. It is nauseating.

noel   January 24th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

I agree with J.J. Hillary can't even keep Bill interested in her. I feel this campaign is the only attention Hillary has gotten from Bill in a long time. She is a disgrace to our nation. All she's done is ride her husbands coat tail all these years.

Obama is our man

truth   January 24th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

I agree with Joe that whatever I wrote, it never got posted. CNN is one sided with Obama. I start watching MSNBC now.

I agree with Demfan 100%. The media treats Obama like a saint, never dare to make any slightly negative comments or investigation about him. What is media afraid of ???

Obama is not Dr. Martin Luther King but he definitely tries to get a free ride on Dr. Martin Luther King. By the way, Obama did move his family into a 1.6 million dollar home in a wealthy neighborhood while Rezko's wife bought an adjacent piece of property on the same day. Go figure.

Frank, San Diego   January 24th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

More whining from Obama. He lost my support with his thinly veiled threat to withhold his support if Clinton is the eventual nominee. Now I'm voting for either Clinton or Edwards, depending on who matches up best against the likely Republican in the last poll before the primary.

Outside Comments   January 24th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

I have been watching all of these comments from both the candidates and supporters. I have a couple of comments / questions:

1) People are complaining about Clinton yet from my point of view, the US economy did it's best under Clinton. The Republicans seem to have been focused on one of two things when they were in power, war and widening the budget deficit.
2) I keep seeing slogens saying "Obama for change". What change? I have not seen Obama say anything about what he wants to change.
3) The democrats should be trying to pick someone that they believe can win the election. That should be their primary focus.
4) How much say does that candidate have at then end of the day and how much is from the party. In my opinion, the majority of the policy decisions would be heavily influenced by the party.

sick of the bickering 08   January 24th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Okay, honestley, you HRC supporters should really stop using the term ,"Cry, Crybaby, whiner" when refering to Obamba. Point in fact. He has not dropped one fake tear on National tv that was HRC. Its funny to how everyone forgets that. Please open your eyes and realize that she did not try to seem so "likeable" or "human" until someone told her that , according to recent polls taken, she is not as likeable as other candidates. Really, now the tears come two days later. Also remember she said " For me this is not about politics, this is personal" HRC and her camp have certainly done all they can to prove how "personal" this election is.

If she were a true leader she would:
A) not have her former presidental spouse running camp for her in SC, she would instead have the respect for the SC voters to be there herself
B) have taken any concerns about the NV turnout to the NVDP herself and not let her husband do the talking and make the false alegations to the media without using the proper channels like Barack did.
C) would not be party to this 3rd grade playground he said she said stuff.

My hopes are that Barack can get back to discussing the issues. By continuing to address these issues that are of no consequence to us regular voters, it reminds us of why we were so turned off to politics and the State of our Union to begin with. I personally dont want to go back to a place where I am uniterested or turned off to the process now that my eyes have been opened during Baracks early campain policies.

Barack and Michelle,
Please dont give into this race card media blitz that has been created by the HRC camp and inflamed by the media. You have to rise above it if you want to hold onto your supporters.

Tizzy   January 24th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

A Clinton, a would be President cried or shed tears to survive NH, another Clinton, a former President tells a news reporter ' Shame'.
It is both Shameful and worth Crying for that for the woman Hillary – After being First Lady for 12 years at Little Rock and another 8 years in the White House with so many scandals in tow and for the man Bill – After being Governor for 12 years at Little Rock and another 8 years as President of the United States with so many scandals in tow that this couple still want the limelight SELFISHLY just to squander the best chance the Democrats have to regain the White House after 8 years.
We elected Bill Clinton president at 46. Obama is 46. When we backed Clinton in 1992 we had faith that he will perform, we did not consider his experience or age. American Democrats should give to Obama, who is coincidentally 46 like Bill was then,the same support . Bill's wife should not be a cog in the wheel of the Democratic Party's progress. Bill should give back to American Democrats and Blacks since he revels in being addressed as 'the first Black President' the support they have given him over time. Obama is a good candidate thats why Hillary cried and Bill a statesman shouted Shame on you to a Press man.

josh   January 24th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

This may seem like more bickering but the truth is that this bickering is helping both Obama's and Clinton's campaigns. It is giving them free press coverage. This is politics people!! It's vying for power!!! What do all of you expect? For Clinton and Obama to have a tea party! They are OPPONENTS, they are not on the same team right now. I think we should all be happy with the democrats we have to choose from. They are so much better than Gore and Kerry! I am glad Obama and Clinton are sharpening their claws on each other so that when one of them wins those claws will be razor sharp to tear up McCain or Romney!!!

SJ   January 24th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

I'm glad Nevada has been brought up.....Why did CNN chose to air the caucus coverage from the Casino????? A place that was supposed to be a heavy favorite for Obama...Could you not get a camera in where the Teachers Union voted? Could you not have fairly covered both places?

Go back and listen to the coverage from the casino...how many times at the beginning did CNN comment "It looks like the room is overwhelmingly full of Obama supporters" But watching the whole thing, the vote came out just about even! Does CNN want Obama to win so bad that they can't see what was right in front of them? I saw the room on TV...it looked even to me right from the get go....wasn't the final count 80-86??????

Looks like CNN was WRONG again, just like in New Hampshire.....wonder how playing Bill Clinton's comments OVER AND OVER AND OVER again the last 24 hours will affect the South Carolina vote....What's so funny is you ran back to the studio and did EXACTLY what Bill said you'd do. He's so smart :)

Holly   January 24th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

RE: Bill's response:

[ there is a large group of Democrats who are taking Obama's and Edwards message of change as a threat to their lively hoods and the way that they want America to continue to do business]

OMG...what planet did you fly in from anyway or did you just awake after a very long sleep?

First of all, WHAT MESSAGE OF CHANGE??? Did you mean the sound bite that sounds like the MESSAGE OF RHETORIC from Obama? The only "change" is going to be a newly elected president.

Secondly, do not lump Edwards Obama together, they are two distinct candidates with their own platforms. Now, with regard to threatening "their" lively hood, Sen. Hillary already has a lively hood, thus the Senator designation. If you recall Bill, whether you liked former Pres. Clinton or not, our country was in a much better state economically and we were not despised throughout the world like we are today. Don't forget what "party" has been in power the last few miserable years.

Obama has not offered one idea yet with any real substance or merit, only great hype about some false hope he is offering. Is a Obama a realist, does he have a clear understanding of what our Congress & Senate does with regard to what any elected president might want?

He wants the American people to believe that his message of hope and change is going to somehow perform a miracle and we are going to enjoying some kind of political utopia.

Pleeeeeease get real people, this coming election is more meaningful than the precedent of whether a black man or woman becomes the next president.

We need leadership for this country, NOT a great campaign slogan or sound bite.

Sen. Hillary Clinton possesses the leadership qualities that this country needs so desperately right now. She demonstrates by her position on every key issue!

Hillary in 08

Newyorker   January 24th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

If Barak Hussein Obama wins, I will go for republicans. This is the most devisive election ever. Ours is better! – as a defining point, is not benefiting the country as a whole in solving both domestic and international problems. Think how easy for toll and deep-voiced men to hide their deep inedequacy; it only requires well rehersed demagogy, training in how to deal with unwanted questiuons and to wrap it up in condecending manners of a selfrightches preacher. He will never survive schrewd republiucan male opponents.

God bless us all.

Allen   January 24th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Obama files the complaint, Hillary says he is acting out because he lost in Nevada. She won the popular vote and he won the delegate vote.

Bush's past election shows that popular vote no longer matters in this country, but it is the delegate vote. We need to change the elctorial process back to the popular vote. Right now, a candidate only needs to win the top several states in delegate count and he/she wins the election. It is possible with high voter turn-out in low to medium delegate count states and low voter turn-out in high delegate count states for one candidate to win the popular vote by many millions and yet lose the election based on delegate counts.

If Hillary wins the candidacy, expect nothing but dirty politics and tactics in the general election. She will do and say anything to get elected to the office that provided her and her family with hundreds of thousands of dollars for pardoning convicted criminals. She will twist every truth into a lie. Obama and McCain will run the most truthful and best campaigns and either one of them will be the best one to stand for the American people.

James Martins   January 24th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

GA

The clinton are political crooks, they will say anything and do anything to win. I will vote for the GOP if Hillary wins the democratic ticket, the Clintons are too power hungry. There are other better Candidates

David   January 24th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

Senator Obama shows once again why he's not fit to be President ...

tom from california   January 24th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

To all of the people talking about his "present" voting. Hillary was absent more than Obama voted "present" and was absent from his time in the senate.

She was proven a liar about the Reagan comments....so stop being ignorant.

I was a Clinton fan until she resulted to this accusations before Obama had to to defend himself.

It will be a sad day in America if she makes the White House beacuse America will, once again, prove their idiocracy

ANYONE BUT HILLARY 08

KGH   January 24th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

Enough whining Obama ... perhaps they should inquire about the Iowa results. I watched some of it on c-span. It looked like a blend of a kangaroo court and goal rodeo.

Isaac   January 24th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

I have been following this development and I know that Democrats are destroying themselves. The kind of controversy being generated in Democratic party primary will definitely tear the party apart and will create a very good chance for Repulican victory. Repulican primary has progressed in order and peace. we don't normally hear about bitter politics played between the candidates. This could have been one of the easiest victories for a democratic party in the general election but they lost it already. John Mccain is likely to emerge as the next president. My intuition never failed me.

X   January 24th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

Obama's people did not allows act appropriately in Iowa either. These issues are not new. Obama's campainers were aggressive and confrontational at caucus sites. They pestered other's candidates caucus goers in what could easily be labled "intimidation". It was very unbecoming. Personally, I had to tell an Obama campaigner numerous times to leave me alone and finally had to raise my voice and demand she leave me alone before she turned her attention onto others. It was intimidation tactics clear and simple.

Chris   January 24th, 2008 1:44 pm ET

The camoaign of change (both Obama AND Clinton) has devolved into polotics as usual. This race has become increasingly disappointing by the day. It's like watching a food-fight between 12-year-olds.

-Disenfranchised Voter

Matt   January 24th, 2008 1:43 pm ET

I'm not sure I would be inclined to vote Republican over Clinton – but I would grit my teeth and have severe problems doing it and a third party candidate like Bloomberg would be very tempting.

If Obama was the VP though, I'd be okay with it despite my strong dislike of the Clintons. I'd do it because Obama is a very unique politician this country needs.

I love the party where they all admitted their weakness and Edward and Clinton copped out and gave fake "i just care too much" excuses. Obama just like a real person admitted he was a little messy and instead they attacked him on it. I hope Americans see through this.

njdem   January 24th, 2008 1:43 pm ET

Speak for yourself Democrat from NY. I will never vote for a cry baby!

philmadison   January 24th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

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CNN made up this issue.

Well CNN dont like Clinton– too bad I dont care what CNN think

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pet   January 24th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

look, obama is not challenging the RESULTS OF NEVADA only the tactics used by the clintons. but for these dirty tactics maybe obama could have won, and COMPLAINING MIGHT PREVENT FUTURE CLINTON DIRTY TACTICS IN OTHER STATES.

Bev   January 24th, 2008 1:29 pm ET

Oh My Goodness!!!! I can't believe you planning to go from Democratic to Republican. I am a register Republican and I have enough with Bush, Cheney & Rove. Look at what has happened in the last 8 years. My Godness, you all deserve more of what we're getting. Wake up...Let Clinto and Obama fight their way to winning. No more Republicans...PLEASE

Prak   January 24th, 2008 1:14 pm ET

Don't you see, Obama is acting out as expected. Sure he has to fight back, but thinkers in the US must realize that he himself has "fudged" in the process. The more he blames the Hillary camp for his falling numbers, the more criticism he'll get for crying. If he wins, it'll help him fight the GOP.

Arthur   January 24th, 2008 1:10 pm ET

If you don't like Obama or Clinton the only other choice is John Edwards. I can't believe people saying they will vote Republican instead of Clinton. Think!!!

Ohio   January 24th, 2008 1:09 pm ET

I'm glad that Hillary is fighting against Obama. It seems she has him backed into a corner and that is great. Can you imagine if there was a candidate that would not stand up to him, he would run away with the nomination. He has a scary way of making people believe him and getting them on his bandwagon.

One thing that I cannot believe is the media did not make a big deal out of Obama's radio time bought in Nevada, in Spanish to run Hillary in the ground.

Hillary 08

Joe   January 24th, 2008 12:58 pm ET

I don't think anyone can criticize the claims by the Obama campaign, unless you were actually in Nevada and can attest as to whether or not there was voter suppression. Bill Clinton came out and publicly bashed the Obama campaign and the Culinary Union for voter suppression. The Obama campaign is instead filing a formal complaint with the NV Demoratic Party. If there really was an issue with voter suppression, wouldn't Obama's strategy be more appropriate than Bill Clinton's public unfounded accusations? Between the two campaigns, I think Obama is taking the high(er) road on this. The Clintons keep convincing us that they will do anything to win the election.

Bill   January 24th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

The actions of the Clinton campaign shows that just like in the Republican party there is a large group of Democrats who are taking Obama's and Edwards message of change as a threat to their lively hoods and the way that they want America to continue to do business..( From the top down). If we as Americans want true change we are going to have to take it because as we can see with the Clinton's they will do and say anything to preserve their way of doing business in America.

Patrick   January 24th, 2008 12:41 pm ET

I am getting sick of this ugly fight that Barack has started. At least President Clinton is helping Hillary. What the hell is Michelle doing???? nothing !! So, I hate how these accusatory, demeaning, atrocious comments are being made by Barack. Hillary can not be held responsible for what her husbands' white house years, but she is responsible for her actions as Senator of New York. If you look at the roll call of the each session that Hillary was suppoesed to be at she was accounted for being there and she actually voted. Barack didnt show up for half of the sessions and hardly voted for anything. I think that it is a shame that he is even still a senator, the state of Illinois should be firing him for not doing his required job. He is also throwing accusations like the Clinton campaign is playing dirty. Barack is playing dirty, pure and simple and making it look like Hillary is doing it.

Shame on you Obama, Play nice and GROW UP!!!

Hillary, You go girl....
Madame President

Joe   January 24th, 2008 12:37 pm ET

I am supporting John Edwards in my state's primary. he seems to be running this election capapaign fairly. He critcizes his opponents policies, and practices but does not attack their character. No politicians hands are completely clean, but this level of bickering between the Obama and Clinton camps is giving the Republicans an opening because it is turning off independant voters and moderates. Wake up Dems and nominate a candiate like Edwards who is true to Democratic party values and has broad appeal even outside of the party.

Ryan   January 24th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

The Clinton campaign is pulling dirty political tricks to be elected president. (Read the Letters sent) This is the dirty politics that Barack Obama is trying to change. Hillary says she is a candidate of change, but she is showing that she will say and do anything to become president. For a true Change in our government and our nations we must vote for a president who doesn't use corrupt tatics, who is trulfy in what they say. We must vote for Barack Obama.

Disturbed   January 24th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

Honestly I am glad Obama spoke up about this. If you remember correctly it was Bill who started the questions in Nevada by saying that he overheard in a casino Obama supporters threatening members of their union if they voted for Hilary. This he managed to hear over all the reporters asking questions, photographers snapping pictures and the general casino sounds that are always going on. Obama is not questioning the outcome of the vote. He is simply saying that everyone's vote should count. You should also notice his rep stated that Hilary should be equally forthcoming if she knows of any such regularities. The point is to ensure the primaries are fairly conducted no matter what. He does not want his supporters to employ these tactics and expects other candidates to do the same. Especially troubling is notice from the Hilary campaign stating that it is not illegal unless you are told it is! Did Bush dress up in a Hilary costume to stay in office? I am a democrat who will never vote for Hilary. ANY republican would be a better choice. At least they can campaign for themselves instead of having their spouses do the heavy lifting.

Eric-Houston, TX   January 24th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Hah, reading all these comments reminds me of Casablanca: "I'm shocked, SHOCKED! that politicians will sling mud around! Golly me! Oh my!" How is Obama going to deal with Putin or Iran if he can't deal with Hillary?

Objectively, all this sounds like an argument in favor of a more orderly process....aren't caucuses rather antiquated, anyway? All it is is basically a bunch of shouting. I hereby propose a 50-state uniformity rule: all primaries, all closed (party registrants only). Also: no more winner-take all. Have a uniform delegate allocation procedure as well....1 delegate per congressional district, plus 2 for each senator. That's it.

Bij- New York   January 24th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Wow! I don't understand how people are calling Obama's complaint "whining" He's under attack and he has to defend himself...The American people need to learn a lesson from this campaign...do you really want a president that manipulates the facts just to get people on her side? I strongly suggest you all tune in to CNN and pay attention to the "keeping them honest" segments! Then you'll get a better understanding of the real truth.
People, Obama is in this alone! Billary (as the name suggest) has her husband who was the former president of the United States! Of course she'll have a more detailed breakdown of her economic strategy (all she has to do is ask her husband how he would've done it!)...we all know politics is not fair but we need to take a good look at the circumstances surrounding both candidates...do the American people really want change or do they just want to go back to the "good old 90's?" I trust Obama- who do you really trust?
p.s: Obama voted "present" on 140 out of 4,000 cases...and this wasn't even when he was in the U.S senate!!

bill in florida   January 24th, 2008 12:20 pm ET

hooray for Bill for standing up to the race-baiting, scandle mongering, disrepectful,unprofessional, poll spewing, non-journalist at CNN. He was right when he said scandel is all CNN wants to hear. CNN news editors a playing the public like a fiddle in order to sell advertising. The fear the free speech and unfiltered Internet world. It is CNN that is fighting for thier very survival and can see how irreleavant they are becoming. The big paychecks are about to stop for these quasi talking heads with microphones, and they know it.

JenniferS   January 24th, 2008 12:19 pm ET

I'm happy SOMEONE cares enough to think of the American people. We don't appreciate the feeling that we live in a rigged election, non democratic country. That things are decided before we decide them.

Thank you Obama! Make Washington HONEST!

Sean   January 24th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

Obama's campaign wants to cry over everything and it's getting to be very old right now. If he wins the nomination and then gets raked over the coals by the GOP, is his campaign going to cry then too?

I can understand candidates fighting tooth and nail for the nomination for President of the country they love, but enough is enough!

I support the Democrats through and through, but if Obama wins the nomination, I can honestly say I'd be looking into the GOP representative over him. He's acting like a kid on the playground that lost his swing.

Politics isn't pretty and it never has been. Toughen up that skin or give it up now. Quit being the child in the race.

I still say Clinton/Edwards 08!

Lori   January 24th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

to bd – you can't believe that Obama & Clinton intend to keep the promises they made to gain the support of the Hispanic voter. The day they left NV, they had forgotten what they said. Of course, I don't believe the Republicans either.

eleanor owen   January 24th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Why does the head of the Democratic Party let the Clintons destroy the party.
We know Bill lies. Remember looking us straight in the eyes and telling us
he did not have sex with this woman? They are low-life.

Barack should announce that he will not engage in any more discussion with
the Clintons on or off stage. He should continue to deliver his message and
start healing this nation.

Harry, Michigan   January 24th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

Bill Clinton is the one who started with the voter tampering (tthe lawsuit), and ALSO the one who accused Obama of suppression. It would be Billo's style to accuse the opponent of something HE is already doing. It muddies up the waters nicely for him. Obama is right for pointing out who is going overboard here.

Albert   January 24th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

People have to realize that what the Obama CAMP and Clinton CAMP do isn't necessarily approved by the candidates themselves... This is a battle fought between the campaign workers of Nevada, not the Candidates.

Marc   January 24th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

Shame on both of these candidates. I understand they need to seperate themselves so as to appeal to voters, but come on. Isn't it more important to prevent another Republican Presidency than split the Democratic Party? On most things, these two agree, and I would prefer either of them over Romney or McCain. But I am seriously losing respect for them because of their constant bickering. Regardless of the content or the justness of their attacks, it's just plain immature. Neither of them is perfect; I don't expect such from them in terms of their voting records, and neither is above reproach for their conduct. It's time they act like leaders, bury the hatchet, and focus on moving this country forward.

aisha   January 24th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

obama is worst than clintons in dirty politics. he allowed dirty ads in nevada ,he is breaking party rules by doing ads in florida,he running against ads in s,c, too and now he complains about hillary having ads. oprah endorsed him just because of the race.and media is too afraid to say it because if obama loose they may look like if media was resposible for the loss of african american candidate.shame on media,shame on obama

Raheim W.   January 24th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

I'm a 26 year old service member stationed in Virginia that plans to vote democrat in the upcoming election. I find it deplorable that the 2 strongest candidates (Senators Clinton and Obama) resemble the character and resolve of 2 year olds in the race to lead the strongest nation on earth. No wonder the international community revere the US so badly. The bickering should stop most ricky tick! The entire world is watching not just what is said but also what is put into action. For the love of my country, one of these candidates has a strong chance of being my next Commander-in-Chief. Grow up for there are bigger issues at stake. In the Democratic Party there should be an agenda that one strengthens the other or we might all find ourselves in the quagmire of another Democratic Senate and Congress led by a Republican President.

Suzan   January 24th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

…now wait a minute!!!! Even if the doors closed at 11:30 (which is absolutely NOT true) are you suggesting ALL Clinton voters unanimously managed to vote before 11:30 and ALL Obama voters slept through he morning and decided to vote between the hours of 11:30 and 12:00? Well you snooze you loose!!!!! don't cry!!

Impressed   January 24th, 2008 11:59 am ET

Thank you CNN. You finally try to be decent and start posting anti-Obama posts.
It took me a few writing to CNN and others. Maybe not because of me but other people's writing. However, I appreciate you started posting anti-Obama posts.
Again I appreciate you at least trying to be balanced now.

Mari Fernandez, Salt Lake City, UT   January 24th, 2008 11:59 am ET

I hope the Clinton campaign are reading these blog entries. Here is what an Independent Utah voter has to say to Sen. Clinton:

Stop the mudslinging! It WILL be USED against whoever wins the Democratic candidacy! PLEASE stick to the issues, inform the people, BE REAL. STOP attacking Sen. Obama....... YOU ARE TURNING many people OFF!!

To Sen. Obama, do not sink to their level! Rise above the fray! Be the amazing man you are! Stick to your message of HOPE & CHANGE!

President Bill Clinton: Stop the attacks against a great young man! Its unbecoming for an ex-president to attack..... it looks and sounds like you & Hillary are desperate!

jyfranca   January 24th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Clintons blame bush for 2000 irregularities of votes in fla.Funny,Hillary and Bill will do anything to get nomination but in November its their end

Tod   January 24th, 2008 11:55 am ET

It's just weird when people feel the need to specify their race when claiming to be an Obama supporter. "I'm a white woman from Alabama and I support Obama!" Who cares? Support your candidate for what they stand for and don't make a point of telling us you're white and supporting a black candidate. It's just so stupid.

marina sakhno   January 24th, 2008 11:48 am ET

I think they should have New Hampshire results investigated. The polls have been dead on before and since then in respect of all the races. So, the anomaly does not fit. Yes, you can have rationalizations and explanations, but none are as simple as "voting machines tempering" and as we all know it is the simplest explanation which is usually true.

Amanda   January 24th, 2008 11:43 am ET

Obama isn't a sore loser because he didn't lose. He captured more delegates. We just need to make sure that our rights are protected as voters. Because this extends well beyond Nevada. Problems like this could affect the outcomes of many elections to come, and that's just not how a democracy is supposed to work.

Belle   January 24th, 2008 11:41 am ET

It sounds as though supporters of EACH of the campaigns has gone a little overboard...

I think that neither Obama or Clinton would support the kind of behavior that has been accused...however, because some folks Hate Clinton, and others Hate Obama, they interfered in the process.

SHAME on supporters of BOTH CAMPS that try to circumvent the RULES!!!!!!!!

But I don't blame either Clinton or Obama. After all, they rely on the folks that volunteer to help their campaigns to be HONEST!!!! Too bad the bad apples are creating yet another uproar....

W.D., Silver Spring, MD   January 24th, 2008 11:40 am ET

Obama is showing that he truly wants to be commander and chief!!! Fight! Fight! Fight! It is time to turn the page on the Bush’s and the Clinton’s who love this divisive win by any means necessary politics. We finally have someone running for office who is the kind of politician we have been looking for since Robert and John Kennedy. Let’s turn the page to double talk, partisan and moral struggles and elect someone who you can trust! Do we truly want the Clinton’s back to resurrect the fights of the 90’s because believe me the Republicans truly dislike them and their tactics which we can see on display right now!!!

agree with Jason   January 24th, 2008 11:38 am ET

I am SO SICK of the bickering- the democrats are setting themselves up to lose the election as any candidate who gets the nomination will be a joke- torn down by their own party...
Diane Sawyer and George Steponopolis (sp) asked Obama about Tony Rezko Obama can't even look at them when he answered- I live in Chicago and we all know about Rezko here-he is no better than Hillary – his voting record sucks!! And she can't quote him to save her life...and Bill needs to get off the campaign trail- he is turning the whole thing into a joke- a three ring circus...and of course the only winner is the Media- THEY LOVE IT
HELLO-We need to focus on issues- the economy, the war– not this petty B*LL
If this keeps up I'll vote Republican-
Where's Michael Bloomberg?? We need him!

Dee, Houston   January 24th, 2008 11:31 am ET

You know, I like both candidates, but they behavior right now is not very becoming. John Edwards actually acts with more dignity. If this pettiness doesn't stop between Obama and Hillary they will lose a lot of supporters. Can we all just get along.

Rob   January 24th, 2008 11:24 am ET

How is it that some of you folks are saying that Barack Obama is whining, when he actually took more delegates home than her majesty?

He is only trying to get the party to recognize the Rove-style tactics HRC is using, and therefore get them to watch for those very tactics on Supertuesday.

He is wisely trying to raise awareness of her inherent vitriolic and dishonest, and polarizing nature. I hate to stoop to cliche...but a leopard cannot change its spots.

Concerned Citizen   January 24th, 2008 11:23 am ET

January 23, 2008 3:57 pm ET

IF YOU WATCHED CNN IN NEVADA YOU CAN SEE THE OBAMA SUPPORTERS TRYING TO STRONG ARM THE OTHERS IN CEASARS PALACE. ALSO, WHY WANT HE ANSWER QUESTIONS? HE NEVER ANSWERED HILLARY OR JOHN AT THE DEBATE WHY HE VOTED PRESENT SO MANY TIMES.
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Km,

It is not in my character to be insultive but it will be good to always check your facts before you speak or write. I challenge you to go back to Monday's debate tape and you will find the answer right on the reason for such votes in Illinois. Please be aware that we have learned people reading all these comments as well and not just morons. And may I state categorically that I'm not in any way holding brief for Obama, but it is disheartening when facts are distorted to mislead the uninformed public.

Barbara   January 24th, 2008 11:23 am ET

I agree with Cynthia. How soon we forget that the Clintons, et al , have been accused of illicit transactions and out-and-out lying/misrepresentation, most of their careers in politics. Bill Clinton perjured himself, and lied under oath about his affair with a white house aide. Other people go to jail for this!!! Because he was president, he was exempt. Have his constituents forgotten this? Why has this been swept under the carpet.? Bill Clinton is pulling out all the tricks of his trade and sticking it to Obama. He's much better at stacking the deck (Slick Willie) against Obama. Obama is trying to keep on top of two people, rather than just Hillary and comes from a base of principals the Clintons never have achieved. Anything goes with them. Bill Clinton has power and he's wielding this power to get himself back into the White House. Hillary's coming along for the ride. UCK !
From a white woman in Suburban Michigan - GO BARACK !!!!!!! This country needs you!!!! I just dread another 8 years if the Clintons succeed, enough to vote republican, which I have never done!!

James, Cleveland Ohio   January 24th, 2008 11:21 am ET

I was a lifelong democrat. I am so tired of this, that's it, I hope McCain wins the Republican nomination, that way I'll have someone to vote for.

Get it Right   January 24th, 2008 11:20 am ET

He lost the votes but won the most delegates. 13-12. I think Bill and Hillary are taking a page out of Karl Rove's book but did anyone tell them fool me onces shame on you fool me twice shame on me. The American people will see through this mess and Vote for the best candidate that will focus on their issue. Whether it be Obama or HIllary.

kristy   January 24th, 2008 11:18 am ET

Obama is not qualified for the position. What is obama Mr. Honesty? African americans are making this election about race not about the issues. Obama still cant deal with questions about his friendship with rezko. Hillary is more qualified in every aspect of the campaign. I will not vote for either. They are making a mockery out of the democratic party.

JK Powell   January 24th, 2008 11:17 am ET

Some sage advice to Obama – Leave the Clinton's in the cesspool and get back to your message of hope and unity for the country.

Sarah L, Fayetteville, AR   January 24th, 2008 11:16 am ET

People, stop calling Senator Obama a sore loser! He won more delegates and specifically stated that he is not challenging Hillary's win. The win/lose element has nothing to do with anything.

The issue is voter intimidation and fraud. Nearly every American, at this point, knows the ramifications of these political tactics. Nearly every American knows how it feels to have an election stolen from them by people who don't take the time to inform themselves and only regurgitate talking points.

It is offensive that my fellow party members do not see the importance in investigating these allegations. If you want to talk about someone being a hypocrite, look in the mirror. How dare any Democract complain of Rove-type politics ever again if you think it's okay so long as your candidate's the one utitilizing them.

Andrew K   January 24th, 2008 11:16 am ET

Wow, I hope this is properly investigated b/c these are some serious allegations.

KVig   January 24th, 2008 11:14 am ET

So sad. What's up with putting Clinton signs over the other candidates' signs at caucus sites? What's with closing doors at 11:30 when they're supposed to be closed at 12:00? What's with "It's not illegal unless they tell you so...?" Shameless. Scary. I have met countless Obama staff and they're sincere, honest, real, down to earth people. I'm so disappointed in the Clintons. I thought maybe the hatred toward them was overexaggerated, but no, they really are THAT BAD! Whenever they get accused of anything they just try to turn it on the other guy. They're scary, scary people.

Donte Holmes   January 24th, 2008 11:07 am ET

so what if a complaint is filled this guy deserves to loose. He doesnt have the experience to lead on day one in the white house. If you are a democrat you should be scared that in the general election if nominated the right wing will attack Sen. Barack more so then you know. Vote Hillary Clinton.

Joann for Hillary!   January 24th, 2008 11:05 am ET

I live in Atlanta GA and ther are now phone calls being made against Rep.John Lewis, a black man who suppots Hillary. This phone call basicly states in regards to Lewis, how can a member of the black caucus support Hillary and not Obama. Don't be like John Lewis, support an African American, and not Hillary. This is not made up, it was on the local TV news channels. So to everyone out there, this stuff happens, and YES Obama is capable of allowing this happen. Whether knowingly or not, by any candidate it happens, so all of you quit being so quick to accuse and balme. Yes, it is being investigated in GA as well, but the damage has already begun and whomever or whatever group is responsible knows this.

Indy voter   January 24th, 2008 11:05 am ET

As a Former clinton Supporter, and a current obama backer i found myself torn. for years replublicans have argued the clintons were no better than the bush's, and now i see what they have been talking about. a former president redusing himself to childish positions and a former first lady who cant do anything with a poll and a Que Card handy, getting beat in everyway and every issue reduced to Law breaking to win an election. please dont send another bush to the white house. if HRc is the dem nominee for the first time in my life i will vote republican for the presidential election. A vote for Billary is a vote for bush. Please let barrack Fix our nation.

P.S. I am a proud serving member of the US Armed Forces, the last time the clintons were in office my fellow service members were left out to dry time and time again, benefits were cut and our military was downsized. please save our country from the clintons.

jill   January 24th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Before the Nevada caucuses, there was a report that illustrated the state's lack of preparedness for high voter turn-outs.

Obama is a sore loser, and he can NEVER say anything specific!! He just says, "I'm different." He won the delegate count, so why didn't he have a party? He sulked it all away.

Hillary backs up everything with clear facts. She's strong and she should win. Bill is doing what he should be: getting the job done.

Helen   January 24th, 2008 11:02 am ET

Did obama think he was trying out for American idol? Every day its a new conplaint. i am so sick of hearing his belly aching.GROW UP

Hill Farce 99 1/2   January 24th, 2008 11:01 am ET

At the start of the campaign I supported both Clinton and Obama (and others), and planned to happily support either in the final election.

However, the Clinton's recent behavior, dirty tricks and lies have so disenchanted me that I can longer bring myself to support Hillary... ever.

I've never voted for a Republican in my life, but if Hillary gets the nomination, I will not just be disappointed and not bother to vote... I will vote for whoever is running against her.

ABH – ANYONE But Hillary

batty   January 24th, 2008 10:55 am ET

I just got through reading all the blogs. What stands out to me is that Hillary Clintons supporters come through as bullies (name calling, using stereotypes, taking phrases out of context, propaganda) more than Obama supporters. it is not whining to ask for investigation. They sound like brats. I hope Obama will rise above the fray. I don't agree with everything he said but he was trying to defend himself against clever insinuations from Clintons. Hillary has one advantage over Obama in that she has a popular ex president (and consummate politician) for her husband who is actively campaigning for her and playing good cop/bad cop. It is not fair. One shouldn't vote on gender or race but on issues.

Angie, CT   January 24th, 2008 10:53 am ET

This is all so crazy! What has happened to the dignity of this country? I have strongly supported Hillary Clinton, believing that Barak Obama should just wait a few more years....but if this in-fighting continues, the support for John Edwards will grow stronger. Better John Edwards than any of the Republicans in this race, but....

Joann, Cranston RI   January 24th, 2008 10:53 am ET

Again, like I said before – Obama is a big Whiner; Baby; the him a pacifier and send him home. Nothing Obummer's people can come up with will turn me against the Clinton's – Nothing. This is exacly what they want. Obama wants to win this thing in any way he can and he's not so clean cut and honest; every has a skeleton or two – just check. Go Hillary

TJS   January 24th, 2008 10:52 am ET

I am glad to see that DJ also noticed that our voting is not being performed only by American citizens. All the rest seem to only be interested in what Hillary says or what Obama says. As I said the whole Nevada vote should be disregarded due to the fact that they cannot prove or will not prove that it was only registered American voters casting their votes that day. And someone ought to look into that union that allows illegal aliens to join their union. I am not anti nor pro union but I was astounded that a union would allow this. Last I knew when living south, that was one of the things the union there was against.

Lucas, Nashville TN   January 24th, 2008 10:51 am ET

What's all this talk about Obama LOSING? We got one more delegate and still lead by two. Percentages look good on TV but delegates COUNT.

Hillary wants to act like she supports unions and then claims they are dirty for telling their members how to vote... that's DUPLICITY at it's finest. You pay dues to a union to handle your bid'ness... including submitting you to the will of the group. That's the name of the game, people. She has no right to complain or blame that on Obama.

She's a liar. She's divisive. She does NOT need to be President. Let's wait for a woman we'll be PROUD of.

Jim, Pennsylvania   January 24th, 2008 10:42 am ET

I wonder if Hillary looses big in S.C., she will cry out and find her voice again.

Charles   January 24th, 2008 10:41 am ET

Obama is beginning to wear me out with his whining. Grow up and stop complaining only when the outcome does not please you! You have been slandering Hillary's character for months and now wants everybody to pity you when some of the heat comes back to you. Don't be such a crybaby!

Jon   January 24th, 2008 10:39 am ET

What a sore loser. Pathetic man.

Mike   January 24th, 2008 10:38 am ET

This is almost as bad as watching my two kids fight with each other. I think they should both be sent to their rooms.
As long as they keep this up they will only make Edwards stronger.
And if Hillary thinks she can win she better tell Bill to shut up. Every time he opens his mouth it's an attack on Obama that doesn't look good to the public.

But none of this really matters to me I'm voting Republican!

Khwaty   January 24th, 2008 10:37 am ET

The reason Obama was terribly angry with the Nevada caucus result, he was expecting 5,000 people to caucus for him at the casino which end up in court. A lawsuit filed by teachers union against Culinary Union, Obama won the case.

What happen during caucus, only 700 people arrived intead of 5,000 he was looking forward to give him a win. According to radio reports I've listened during caucus in Nevada, many people were not allowed to caucus because they did not pledge to caucus for Obama, some were threatened they'll lose their job if they caucus for Hillary. Many registered voters made a decision to stay at home instead of attending the caucus. This is not what MLK died for.

EMV   January 24th, 2008 10:35 am ET

The Clintons have been around for along time. We know their flaws, but we also know their politics and how they have push to make better changes for the American people, man, woman and child of very color. Can you honestly say the same for Obama? Only thing I have seen so far, he is good at blaming and instigating trouble for whomever stands in his way. Obama, get over it ,move on and stop these petty accusations. How did you win your senate seat? Through default, smearing your oponent? Show us what you can do, Hillary has, and she's good. We want someone who can fight for the American people, she has. What have you done? We don't need another "Rock Star" we want a politician!

Terry   January 24th, 2008 10:35 am ET

Voter suppression and intimidation are serious topics. I sure hope there is a fair and unbaised investigation. We should not allow folks to be threatened with their jobs or retaliation if they don't cacus or vote a certain way. That's unamerican.

Vicki NH   January 24th, 2008 10:34 am ET

The New Hampshire re-count is not going to make a difference. So far there have been only a few minor count errors. Clinton won New Hampshire!

DJ   January 24th, 2008 10:33 am ET

I am a NV voter. I can say what happened at two sites. The site I was at was total chaos. People were being registered with NO id. I don't know if this would help one candidate or the other, but it put a bad taste in my mouth about the whole thing. When the representative from the Democratic party was trying to count the Obama votes, the Clinton representative started having the Clinton people chant Hil-lar-y to drown out her count. He was very obnoxious, tried to intimidate and demean anyone who was for Obama. At the site my sister was at they ran out of cards in English and gave Spanish cards to English speaking people. What is going on in this country?

carol   January 24th, 2008 10:28 am ET

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

The clintons are airing an ad which says that obama said "It's fair to say that the republicans were the party of ideas for a prettychunk of time there over the last 10,15 years LEAVING OUT the portion which followed.
People don't be fooled.

Brian - Ohio   January 24th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Comparing Obama to Kennedy? What a joke! Also, if Obama can't handle a debate with two democrats, how will he be able to handle a debate with a republican? Didn't you see his answer to the 30% interest cap limitation question from Edwards? His answer (which I truly beleive he did not want to say that) was stupid. He did not notice what he was saying. It proves he can't handle the pressure of a debate when he is asked tough questions.

JJ   January 24th, 2008 10:25 am ET

The republicans are LOVING THIS. How can all 3 of the people running, not see that they are pushing people to the republican side. ISSUES PEOPLE ISSUES.

Obama, growup. Maybe you'll be better at it in 4 or 8 years, not now. You can not even handle a little competition now, how would you handle the big dogs.

Hillary, keep to facts as you've been doing. Don't cheat, you don't need to. If anyone has really seen the Clinton years, other than the republican smear taking a private concern and pushing it public AND WASTING A LOT OF OUR TAX DOLLARS, they should know that Hillary was not the typical White House wife, she didn't pick out patterns, she was Bill Clintons sounding board and adviser. Just as she was I'm sure in Arkansas. So she does have experience in that she knows more to start with.

Edwards, I'm sorry but I don't think you stand a chance of getting the nod. You have too much against you. You're not black or female. And that seems to be what this has turned into.

I have always voted for the person not the party but because, frankly they both have things I don't like about them. But have had more leanings to the Dems. I'm still undecided but this back and forth mess is really making me take a closer look at the other side. From what I've read, it's along with a few other people.

Mary   January 24th, 2008 10:23 am ET

Every voter has an equal right to have their voice heard within the pre-set voting rules. If the opportunity to vote within these guidelines is removed arbitrarily, we have been hurt as a nation. The Obama group should be commended for standing up for the integrity of the voting process.

Southern Gal   January 24th, 2008 10:22 am ET

To Mary in NC – Obama did not lose in Nevada, He won. Primaries and caucuses are to determine delegate votes and Obama came out one vote ahead. That means he won.

As for any election tampering – this is politics for the biggest job in the free world. Of course there's going to be foul play. It's become the accepted norm. And the people and media in our country live for it.

I congratulate anyone (even if it was Clinton) who has the gonads to fight election fraud. It's wrong and it shouldn't be the norm.

Belgian   January 24th, 2008 10:15 am ET

This is disgusting. Everyone hoped that this campaign would be about issues, that it would be fought fairly. Nobody wants to see this mud-throwing anymore. Both camps are to blame here, everybody's at fault. Shame on the Clintons, shame on Obama.

BR-New York City   January 24th, 2008 10:13 am ET

Vote for Hillary to get the democratic nomination and when the general election comes, vote for the republican candidate or simply don't vote at all. This way the Clinton will realize that the American people don't want them in the White House and they will simply do what we all would like to see them do...and that's go away for good.

Trannon   January 24th, 2008 10:12 am ET

Give it up, O-loser.

CLINTON will be a much better leader and nobody wants a victim-In -Chief who cries foul EVERY TIME he LOSES.

CLINTON/EDWARDS '08

carol   January 24th, 2008 10:11 am ET

TY, thank God you understood as i did. Some pple are crazy.

s.b.   January 24th, 2008 10:05 am ET

What a load of horse manure! This campaign actively told Clinton supporters that they could not register to vote after Wednesday, and they could not caucus unless they supported Obama. There is not one witness who says any door was closed without letting people continue to come in. Doors were to close at 11:30 while people in line continued to register. The only campaign that tried to commit election fraud was Mr. Obama's.

Mani from New Jersey   January 24th, 2008 10:03 am ET

I recently went to a Hillary Clinton rally because I wanted a first hand feel on who I was supporting. And I must say, I am a believer all over again. Hillary spoke on the issues that matter to everyone: healthcare, education, the economy, and improving our lives. We have to keep in mind this is an election on who can get the job done not who makes us feel good after a speech.

Jerry,DENVER,CO   January 24th, 2008 9:57 am ET

The Clinton camp is a disgrace to modern politics. Her supporters are so easily duped it's shocking. No matter what Hill and Bill do, their supporters blindly follow them, no matter how unethical it may be. When Clinton wins a primary she celebrates like a high school cheerleader, then rubs it in the faces of her opponents. When Obama won Iowa his reaction was extremely modest and noble. Hillary Clinton, AND Bill Clinton are very good actors. It's a matter of time before Bill starts shedding tears to play on the emotions of the undecided. They'll do and say anything to get back the White House, even after eight years of mediocrity during Bill's reign. Barack Obama has run a respectable campaign, and he is a GENUINELY good person. History will be on his side, no matter the outcome of this election year. The Clintons will be right next to the Bushs, historically, flawed and dishonest. Vote Obama or watch America sink even lower. I for one, look forward to voting for Obama and being part of the solution, rather than adding to the nations problems. OBAMA '08!!!

Boss Tweed   January 24th, 2008 9:56 am ET

"Round and round and round we go, where we stop nobody knows." Nevada is over, but I can well imagine the Clinton campaign using any tactics to win the advantage. Same thing in South Carolina. By the time this nomination is won, it won't be worth anything at this point.

To the DNC and all Democrats, stop this and stop it now. Obama's right to defend himself and both Clintons are helping to tear down the party. There are millions of voters who would vote for the Devil if he were on the Republican ticket against Clinton.

Forget, all the "woe is me" nonsense. What we're getting, in case you forgot, is a reply of the Clinton soap opera "As the Stomach Churns" from the 90's. It's time to move on America, don't put us through this again. Edwards and Obama are fine candidates with the ability to get a clear mandate. With the Clintons, should they steal the nomination, we get a slim chance of a mandate and a deadlocked Congress. We can and must do better.

Fairminded   January 24th, 2008 9:55 am ET

If the VOTERS are complaining, which they are, there ought to be an investigation, which there will be.
Why call someone a 'whiner' when they want fair elections?!

And as far as the Republicans go, if you care at all for your country and the future of the world, not one of them has anything you need. Stick by the only party that will take on the important issues... don't be so affected by this back-and-forth; it's the way politics has always been, and if you go to the other side, you'll witness the same thing.

Wait 'til you see the Republicans attack our nominee... you ain't seen nothing yet....

Michael   January 24th, 2008 9:55 am ET

Obama is a whiner and a sore loser, and there is no point denying it. As other's above have said, he WON the court case, but, lost the caucus..MOVE on.

Also, as a side note, CNN has become so obviously biased towards Obama, that I have switched to watching MSNBC, soley, for my political news. I NEVER thought that I'd see the day that Tucker Carlson and Chris Matthews had FAIR and BALANCED broadcasts. When Pat Buchanan says that the Clinton's are getting a "raw deal" by the media, you really have to stop and take notice. He is certainly no fan of the Clintons or liberals in general!! They often side against Hillary as well, but, the don't seem to have the "Obama do or die" attitude nor do they seem to court mostly Obama supporters as guests, like CNN has chosen to.

I wonder how much Influence Oprah has had on the medias biased coverage of Obama. She has been mysteriouslt "silent" after declaring she is supporting him. Gee, I wonder if Oprah, the multi-BILLION dollar media mogul has any influence over the media...

Frankly, I hope Obama DOES keep filing lawsuits. It will only show that that he is a POOR leader and that he is unfit to run his flailing campaign, let alone this country!

TB   January 24th, 2008 9:54 am ET

For all the Obama haters out there, OBAMA WON MORE DELEGATES THAN BILLARY IN NEVADA. The race is about who gets the most delegates not if they come in first or second.

OBAMA 2008... Hillary needs to chill before Edwards take her nomination for Vice President .

Terri Patanus   January 24th, 2008 9:54 am ET

I love it Obama is just like Bush does not like to be questioned about a thing. If you do then hell hath no fury then it becomes a black/white issue.

He started the disagreements against Hillary and himself in the debate in MB CNN failed to mention that.
I am just PROUD to say that Hillary stood up for herself.
Then CNN has the gull to say Bill fought with one of their reporters, I heard the clip he was a man and said not one negative thing. A few minutes later to hear them ask Obama's wife sorry do not know her name up until last week I thought OPRAH was his wife. But ever so politely they say when we asked his wife about the tiffing that was going on they said we asked her.
SO who is bashing who it is evident that CNN stands behind OBAMA and OPRAH I guess they want a "car" and they thing Oprah will give out the free cars and Obama will pay the taxes on it.

GET REAL CNN~

He will not get my vote if he is the only choice.

He will use color as the issue at all cost. I wonder if that would work to end the war? Think again????

PCM 01   January 24th, 2008 9:53 am ET

Neigbours,
Mr. Obama had one more delegate than Mrs. Clinton in Nevada. He did not loose.
The behaviour of the Clinton's group will certainly create the conditions to have another Republican government for the next 8 years.
Yes, let's look into each allegation of wrong doing. Corruption is like a contagious flu..it spreads very rapidly if we do not do something about it.

Scott   January 24th, 2008 9:50 am ET

I have to laugh at you Americans... In my childhood and teenage years I was brought up to believe that America was the centre of the modern world. What a joke. If stuff like this happens, and it seems to have happened in 2000 as well, then your country is no better then all those other 3rd world countries rigging votes and the like. Actually worse – they have an excuse or two. Based on these comment boards I think you are a pretty pathetic bunch of people to be honest, still bound by party thinking, a win at all cost attitude and it seems like many of you have no ability to think for yourselves. No president is going to change America because the majority of American people are so divided, opinionated and full of themselves. My obvious apologies to the 1 in 10 respondants here who actually have a brain and send through a reasonable reply. Or maybe you are other international observors...

CJL   January 24th, 2008 9:49 am ET

Let do the right thing, take a hard look at Nevada, but most of all do this country Justice and Vote "CHANGE-08"
President Obama-2008

crintigger   January 24th, 2008 9:45 am ET

The CLINTONS have been playing DIRTY TRICKS ever since Bill lost the governor's race in Arkansas...the dirtier the better. That's why they hired Dick Morris...to teach them more dirty tricks.

mandy   January 24th, 2008 9:43 am ET

OBAMA... Get Over It .. You WON the court case and now since you lost last Saturday's Nevada Caucaus You wanna cry Foul.... If you can't stand the political heat then may be you should drop out of the Kitchen. If you were the Democratic Nominee how do you think that you will handle all the pressure from the Republicans come the General Election.... They probably couldn't wait to get their hands on an inexperienced politican..

Tom   January 24th, 2008 9:40 am ET

Grow up Obama!!!!

This is getting very petty now; Obama seriously needs some more time to gain experience in politics. He should stop crying to the dean.

EDWARDS for President.

Jules   January 24th, 2008 9:38 am ET

Let it go. Let it go. Let it go. It is probably a case of overzealous supporters making questionable decisions. I doubt that either Obama or Clinton was aware of these actions nor did they approve or endorse them. We are not enemies. We can work together. Let it go.

Patrick   January 24th, 2008 9:32 am ET

Why is it that when Obama tried to reply to slanders by the Clintons we have bunch of idiots who said he is acting childish?

So what should he do then? Just let Clintons keep on spreading lies?

It is scary to imagine that a bunch of liars (Clintons) might become President.

rayan   January 24th, 2008 9:31 am ET

What happend to the politics in US. I would say, it was not the problem till New Hempshere. It started after they moved west and south where more latino and aferican american people live. By the way interesting thing is, people think obama is cute and truthful. His campign is the one who started the race card by going to the press about clinton's comments about johnson and twisted what she said. I think since then everybody is twisting each others words. Clintons are good politician and have experince in twisting the facts too. Why barack again brought race after his truce in navada debate. it Is because he wanted to win SC black votes. why clinton is fighting to get the black votes because he did lot for the black people and they at that time called him black president and now he wants their favor but black vote for black not for white because they don't care what you do for them they only care about their race and brag about racism. Another point is who started the personal allegation about "clinton in board of director for wall mart"
It wil cost barak in the long run by doing so, if he keep fighting with clintons and looses the nomination, he will not be able to get the Vice president ticket with clinton. He has act intelligently by keeping his mouth shut and doing the serious campign. There are lot of people who are as intelligent as barak like even baye from indiana who has good chance to be VP if she won the nomination. Barak has to keep his option open.

Werrason   January 24th, 2008 9:21 am ET

Hillary and Bill Evil
We are christians, we can not vote for Evil couple
Never again

We love Obma
Go B+O GO

toxic   January 24th, 2008 9:19 am ET

OMG ok seriously i am a black woman and im completely angry at obama and clinton seriously i cant believe that this is happening!!! BILLARY shame on you
Obama shame on YOU too.even if they say anything about you, dont stoop to their level.Grow up You ppl.im not voting for bIllary,never wanted to vote for her cos of the clinton dynasty thing,i was for obama but now!!! No more,he needs to spend more time telling us about his platforms not about what billary said or didnt say.
EDWARDS 08
YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

Ty   January 24th, 2008 9:16 am ET

Some of you should use that fundamental ability called "READING" ... the article clearly says :

"He said the Obama camp is not challenging the Nevada outcome, but is requesting an official inquiry into campaign tactics by Clinton supporters in the state."

So therefore he's not debating the outcome ... he's debating the TACTICS and they've recieved over 1600 complaints from Nevada voters alone so why shouldn't they do something about it?

OBAMA '08

Steve   January 24th, 2008 9:11 am ET

Read the reports. Obama's has quotes and evidence. Clinton's is just a list of unsupported attacks based on supposed received calls.

TJS   January 24th, 2008 9:10 am ET

While the are investigating they should check into how many illegals cast a vote. Guess that news was all overlooked, the union for the casino workers admitted they have a do not ask, not tell policy regarding proving citizenship. This is the bigger problem with that election if you ask me. Why doesn't somebody check into that? Aren't we trying to stop the illegal immigration, I am confused then why we would overlook them voting in a process that would determine their fate. All this is telling me is how the democrats will handle the problem with illegal entry. Look the other way? I think if it is ever proved that there is no way of providing proof that all that voted were American registered voters the whole thing should be thrown out and that state should seriously be investigated. I notice is is VERY easy to get a voters reg. card compared to a drivers lic.,. etc. I know personally of at least one person that is registered to vote who lost that right over 20 years ago. How many more are there? Guess nobody cares or checks into these type things.

Moi   January 24th, 2008 9:05 am ET

Barack Obama not only lacks experience he also lacks a clear message....all he does is speak in broad general statements, trying to make people respond positively. He has no definitive plans for America which is why I'm voting for Hillary, who has aconcrete platform with a strong economic focus.

This may come off as racist, but why is Barack Obama only portraying himself as black? He is just as much white as black....

jr   January 24th, 2008 9:01 am ET

Hillary and Obama aren't the only ones running. Vote for the person that really cares about the issues and doesn't bicker....EDWARDS.

Jim Kansas   January 24th, 2008 9:00 am ET

Only one thing to Obama and his sipporters- GROW UP.

Roger   January 24th, 2008 8:39 am ET

I'm voting for Barack Obama because I don't want to die fighting Iran - a country which has never attacked us - on behalf of a foreign power which has its own nuclear weapons and doesn't need our help.

Hillary would see to it that we'd invade Iran, as a 'favor' to certain supporters of hers, and we don't need to make that mistake.

Jufus, Milwaukee, WI   January 24th, 2008 8:34 am ET

Nathan January 23, 2008 9:40 pm ET

Reading both complaints, Obama's seems better documented. He counted the number of complaints and included quotes. Most damaging, he points out instructions to Clinton voters. "It's not illegal unless they tell you so".

Obama can count?

Jufus, Milwaukee, WI   January 24th, 2008 8:17 am ET

A Texan January 23, 2008 3:35 pm ET

All allegations should be investigated.
Our democracy is at stake and ALL Americans should stand up for fairness in ALL elections, primaries, and caucuses. I believe that the Obama campaign is not being petty but they are doing what they can so that it does not happen again in the future.

Obama '08

I'm alleging you are a total IDIOT!

Please make sure that is thoroughly investigated... ANYONE but Dah Dude that speaks in paragraphs, sorry, books!

John C   January 24th, 2008 8:09 am ET

I would vote for ANY Democrat over the clowns on the Republican side.

Laura   January 24th, 2008 6:06 am ET

Okay...first of all we have 3 LAWYERS vying for the nomination, of course they are going to "play dirty" as much as they can. Welcome to American politics. I want to see how people perform under pressure and debate, I welcome this bickering as it will show us mettle and moxy ultimately.
Obama, go home and serve another term and then we can talk and fortheloveofgod quit positing yourself as such a whipped husband, I'd prefer Michelle run AND she's on the international best dressed list to boot. We need some fabulous in the White House.
Edwards, go home and enjoy every minute and moment you have left with your lovely wife. Your bid for the presidency demonstrates to me your lack of priorities. I don't care if Elizabeth insists you run, it's too grueling on her. You are letting your ambition cloud your good judgement. Help your wife put your house in order. She is in end stage breast cancer! The last thing she needs is a white house stint. It's not a freaking spa.
Hillary, you have my vote. You are like a freaking roboton, you conduct yourself with a professionalism that we haven't seen at the helm for almost a decade. I love the idea of the Clintons being back in the White House. Bill will be a great First Gentleman. Yeah, I know they are all basically full of it, but Bill and Hillary actually make me want to believe it. GO HILLARY!

Susan in Cincinnati   January 24th, 2008 5:03 am ET

Hey... why don't any of my comments get past the "awaiting moderation" status?

Is this website being moderated by the anti-clinton campaign?

In my last positive comment about Hillary... I received an all our rejection. What's going on here? Some of these folks make off the cuff comments that are completely non-sensical. Yet I have to read through them.

Susan
50 years old in Cincinnati, Ohio
(And questioning media censorship)

Ginny CA   January 24th, 2008 3:21 am ET

Barack doesn't have what it takes to run a campaign. He's too thin-skinned and believes he's entitled to a hands-off policy. He's just clouding up the real issues by his constant complaints, whining, and petulance. We don't need a sensitive, pantywaist sitting in the oval office.
GO, HILLARY OR EDWARDS!!

Bill   January 24th, 2008 3:13 am ET

I have seen dirty campaigning in my lifetime but the Clinton stuff is not dirty politics, its filthy politics. They are using every dirty trick in the book plus more..... and funny hing is that they havent even gotten the nomination yet, how are thy going to do it with the republicans, i really wonder.

amyn   January 24th, 2008 2:43 am ET

I know the instinct of most readers of this news is to say "Sore losers." But I was there and the Obama campaigns allegations are absolutely true. I'm a filmmaker and spent the entire afternoon filming the stories of people who had attended the caucuses and were very disturbed by what they saw. The HIllary campaign knew the Nevada volunteers would be overwhelmed by the arcane rules and large attendance numbers and decided to do whatever it took to get favorable results. I heard the story about closing the doors at 11:30 several times (it was even printed in a phony "caucus guidelines" booklet given out) as well as a lot of evidence that caucus procedures were not followed at all because the people running the precincts were Hillary supporters and knew they could get away with it.

Just because Obama ended up getting more delegates does not mean that such a story does not deserve to be known by the general public. This is not mudslinging nor is it "sour grapes". The Clinton campaign chose this Rove-like tactic and they have to deal with the consequences. It's a shame that Clinton does not feel confident enough to win states on her own merits rather than resorting to shady tactics. If news like this is not made public, she will continue to break the rules.

It's long overdue that we fix the election procedures in this country and have an honest and transparent and regulated process. Didn't we learn ANYTHING from Florida in 2000? Shame on us as a country for being indifferent and complacent when our democracy falters.

Hillary's actions are further proof that she will be "more of the same old politics" that Americans are tired of.

David Snider   January 24th, 2008 2:37 am ET

P.S. Obama WON Nevada. 13 delegates to 12 seems like a victory to me if the nomination is decided by delegates.

Derrrrrrrr,,,,,,,,,,,,

John   January 24th, 2008 2:27 am ET

Obama was the victim here...Clearly, the Clintons (who are no strangers to breaking the law) did this. Do you not remember all the people who conveniently turned up dead years ago? ...nuff said.
Now, Obama wasn't complaining against the party, but against the Clinton campaign...But, if the party wants to turn its back, I'm sure Barack would make a very formidible liberal independent...
And likewise...If the Republicans don't get their act together, they may very well end up with a conservative independent to deal with, in the Form of Ron Paul or Mike Huckabee...
The bottom line is this:
"Hey, corporate elites, people are more and more on to you, and they want a REAL candidate...The only way you can stop it is for Bush to invoke martial law...you know, to protect us from some contrived national emergency." What's funny is that, Bill, Hill, George and Laura will all still be kicking back sipping their champagne no matter what happens...
NO corp. elitist cares about you or your interest...HILLARY IS ONE....SO IS MCCAIN...Geesh...Wake up.
Obama Vs. Huck...now there's a contest....both intelligent, quick witted, and in it for the people and families...then we can't lose!

JohnS   January 24th, 2008 2:08 am ET

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!!!!

Joel   January 24th, 2008 1:56 am ET

I was in Nevada volunteering at a caucus, and the Clintons absolutely hands-down broke the rules on purpose, beginning with dispersing the order to close the doors at 11:30 when they were supposed to remain open until 12pm (I had a head-to-head argument with several Clinton volunteers about it as it was happening, there is zero room for doubt on this point). Those of us who were there were sickened and disheartened by what we saw, and were worried that the Obama campaign would not file a complaint so as to avoid the exact "sore loser"-type comments seen above. If you believe that Obama is a sore loser for filing such a complaint, then I certainly hope you believe Al Gore was a sore loser and that George Bush won in 2000 fair and square, because that's the position you're taking. Elections have rules, and when those rules are broken, it imperils the validity of our democracy, and it is encumbent on all of us to expose tampering whenever we're aware of it. If you believe otherwise, then you clearly have no respect for the sanctity of democracy, only for those who are able to claim victory by any means necessary. If the Clintons have simliar evidence, they should file their own complaint, instead of sending letters to the media.

Marg   January 24th, 2008 1:37 am ET

Obama does not seem to have the character to react with dignity when
he loses. He also seems to be so egotistical that he cannot take justified
criticism.

Glen, Boston, MA   January 24th, 2008 1:04 am ET

First New Hampshire's questionable election – now this.

Obama has my vote. We've had enough stolen elections over the past 8 years.

It's time to clean house. Experienced or not, it is time to clean this corrupt house out – women and children first.

Louie   January 24th, 2008 12:51 am ET

I am an American citizen living in Norway and have been watching the U.S. go from being a very respected country to one that George Bush has managed to almost destroy. The deficit stands at over 9 trillion dollars, the dollar is worthless, and people are losing their jobs and homes. What we need is a president who can turn these things around. When Bill Clinton took office he was able to turn a deficit into a surplus which has been wasted on a needless war without finding any WMD ,the dollar was over 9 kroner and now it is down to 5.5 kroner and the economy was good. Hillary is the best qualified candidate and speaker running for president. Give Hillary this opportunity to make the changes the U.S. needs now and vote for Obama when he has more experience after her. With the help of Bill I am sure that they can make the U.S. a respected country it once was.

SuJay   January 24th, 2008 12:38 am ET

I hope the Nevada investigation into voter suppression exposes Bill Clinton to be the LIAR that he is.

Peter Oriavwote   January 24th, 2008 12:38 am ET

Senator Obama should display political maturity. Stop crying wolf. Did Hillary complain about the caucus results in Iowa where you won? No. That is maturity.

connie floyd, crockett,texas   January 24th, 2008 12:16 am ET

someone needs to tell obama to tone it down. someone needs to tell ted kennedy an emanuel to tell obama to tone it down.

Cheryl   January 24th, 2008 12:13 am ET

I'm surprised the Clinton camp didn't file charges sooner. Bill made three seperate claims of voter intimidation. I suspect it was all just lies in case she happen to do poorly. They didn't file a formal complaint with a governing agency, they only filed a follow-up complaint.

I will NEVER believe anything they say again. I will never respect Hillary or Bill. To much deception, manipulation, bull-dog tactics, etc. I cannot wait until the Repubs. get ahold of her. I am so gald they showed us their true colors; thereby giving me plenty of time to pull my support for her. They are shameless. And I will delight in voting for the Repub. come Nov. if she is the Dem. nominee.

Janice   January 24th, 2008 12:12 am ET

If you really want to read very positive information about Obama, go to dailykos.com and read some of the positive diaries that you'll never find in the slime MSM.

On this site alone, I find that Hillary Clinton gets more favorable coverage. The media always feels that it can tell us who should be elected. However, this is a democracy. What I'm referring to here is when you google cnnpolitics.com you go to a page where Hillary Clinton's name is at the top of the page with a link to top 100 stories about her. I could not even do a search and find Obama's. This is totally biased on CNNs part. There is also an ad of the upcoming debates on the 30th and 31st of this month, and guess who CNN has as the representative of the democratic debate? Shrillary, of course.

Boycott these slime excuses of media and go to another source!!

Joe   January 24th, 2008 12:10 am ET

John Edwards is a Gentleman, people.

john   January 24th, 2008 12:09 am ET

Well if obama wins i will vote REPUPLICAN

john   January 24th, 2008 12:07 am ET

Well if obama wins i will vote REUPLICAN

Jack   January 24th, 2008 12:03 am ET

Obama, needs to focus on himself and leave the Clinton's along. John Edward, is responsiable far Hillary returning to SC on Thursday, by running his lip. After two on the trail she will win SC.

Janice   January 23rd, 2008 11:58 pm ET

If you go to Daily Kos site you can find a picture of an acutal ballot that had been already marked for Shrillary, and given to an Obama supporter who had to mark through her name, to vote for Obama. Observers said that this occured throughout the day.

Many, Many first-hand accounts there of voter intimidation and Rove-like tactics.

UNBELIEVABLE !!!!!!

Pattie   January 23rd, 2008 11:51 pm ET

Keep those republicans out of office look what Bush did
Hasn't everybody had enough by now
there are more home foreclosures than ever.
real estate agents only sell foreclosures now
America has become a 3rd world country
Bush is to busy sending money everywhere else and there are more people in this country dying from hunger and lack of health care
we need to get on the stick we need an FDR that created programs during the recession (i.e. jobs for the unempoyed)

LET'S ELECT HILLARY AND OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT AND KEEP THE RACE ISSUE DOWN
OPRAH we are not out here beating the path for Martin Luther King because yes he was a great man
we don't need race in this presidential race nor gender..............

Pattie   January 23rd, 2008 11:44 pm ET

Now Obama and Clinton you both need to square off and go back to your corners and run a clean race. If that is possible in politics. I am a democrat. We need to take gender and race out of the Presidential race because it has no business being there. I am looking for change what can You Guys Do for me If your elected President.
I need health care, increased student loans, creation of jobs, stop the outsourcing of jobs, give employers tax encentive for staying in the USA.
We need an FDR now more than ever.
Whos is going to be the FDR for us now?
Step up to the plate because republicans are willing to vote for the person who can be the next FDR.

Janice   January 23rd, 2008 11:43 pm ET

bd,

Sorry to tell you, but those Hispanics will be competing directly against you for jobs. I don't see any African-Americans or Hispanics complaining. So guess what? It must be the white males running scared.

This continued hype about the Hispanics growing at such a fast rate doesn't frighten African -Americans, because at the end of the day, people of color will be the new majority!!!

Mike Mize   January 23rd, 2008 11:38 pm ET

In a presidential electional that is the democrats to lose; these two (Hillary & Bill) will cause the democrats to lose it. Let's hope Bloomberg gets in!

Bridget   January 23rd, 2008 11:22 pm ET

The "Clinton Empire" is the same as the "Bush Administration"!!!!!!

Earlier Mr. Cafferty mentioned that false statements are "Lies"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The "Clinton Empire" is not for the American People!!!!!!!

The "Clinton Empire" is for the "Corporate Raiders" whom send jobs out of the United States of America!!!!!!!!!!!!

Carol from Missouri   January 23rd, 2008 11:16 pm ET

Obama is in a no-win situation. If he doesn't respond to the Clintons' distorted charges he looks weak and/or guilty. If he does respond they criticize him for ignoring the issues and being argumentative.

I will refuse to vote for Clinton (both of them) since I remember the politics of Clinton's White House years. Like many others I know, I am tired of political dynasties! I believe we need an intelligent and articulate president who can craft a vision and bring people together to enact it. Someone who is NOT a political operative!

Hillary is trying to run on her experience as First Lady with a failed health initiative and no security clearance. Would anyone have voted for Laura or Barbara Bush or Jackie Kennedy with their experience as First Ladies? The only "experience" she brings with her is Bill who is anxiously waiting to hit the road running on day 1. Disgusting! I fear America's voters will either give up on Obama or stay home and we will either end up with Billary or, heaven forbid, 4 or 8 more years of some/any Republican!

Count me for Obama!!!

me   January 23rd, 2008 11:15 pm ET

CNN, it's not surprising you can't face the truth. My comments are clear. Your support for Obama is evident. I don’t watch CNN anymore. I changed to FOX News.
You're a lousy example of a news channel. I don’t care if you post this or not. You folks think you can control the election by playing the race card. Yes, you CNN. It back-fired in your face. I'm African American, and smart enough to vote for the candidate of my choice and not have to depend on you.

All my posts have been about the truth. You can decide not to post them, but there are other site I will post them. The truth must be told.

By the way, I saved all my posts.

You disgust me CNN. Good knowing you, but you are dismissed.

brian   January 23rd, 2008 11:14 pm ET

Robin-

Thank you. I knew I couldn't be the only person who knew how to use a computer in this day and age.

For all Obama supporter out there, maybe you can explain to us not so smart people why when the Clinton campaign complained about this issue before the Nevada caucaus you said it wasn't true and the Clintons where making it up to get votes, but now that Obama lost Nevada it's true.

I notice that Clinton supporters state facts with documentation of where to look things up, but Obama supports don't offer the same.
Oh, that's right, their candidate doesn't know anything of what he's saying either.
Voted NO on a credit card inerest rate freeze of 30% because it was to high. How ridiculous is that.

For all you college student's out there maybe you could ask him why he didn't vote for a bill that would lower college student loans? That came up last July 07, He was a NV (no vote). surprise..surprise

WW - New York   January 23rd, 2008 11:10 pm ET

I believe that as a current leader (even if not elected) should bring issues like this to light. I don't think anyone in the Senate should turn a blind eye to a serious issue like this. I understand there's Clinton supporter out there. However, if this is true and you vote for her, you cannot say your voting on issues or what's best for America.

If Obama didn't bring this issue to light he would take the heat for it! This is a very serious issue that concerns me!

brian   January 23rd, 2008 10:56 pm ET

Where are you getting your information? That's the problem half the people on these blogs, you say things don't back anything up. Google is your friend if you use it. The New Hampshire recount is still going on and guess what? all the candidates are loosing votes due to HUMAN error. Not the machines, as was initially insinuated. Look it up and get informed.

All these insinuations without proof is really pathetic.

James charlotte nc
January 23, 2008 4:27 pm ET

Yea Obama's a crybaby…right. Clinton supporters, do you realize that right after Clinton lost 7.5 of her votes in Nashua, NH's recount, the recount was suddenly stopped because of 'funds' today? I don't believe that and I say to Obama to keep fighting to get the truth out!

John   January 23rd, 2008 10:47 pm ET

Quit whining Sen.Obama!

James M, Tacoma WA   January 23rd, 2008 10:45 pm ET

I have friends who were vollunteering in Nevada and saw this happen. Because of this, Hillary Clinton wil NEVER have my vote.

Chris   January 23rd, 2008 10:44 pm ET

How come the media isn't making a bigger deal about this? Election fraud seems like a much more important story than that stupid clip of Bill they showed 80,000 times today.

Angelina   January 23rd, 2008 10:42 pm ET

It is very sad the it is coming down to the clintons using old and dirty tricks, however, this is what they know and what they want to bring to the white house. Remember "I did not have sex..."remember many other lies and made up things, remember I have 35 years of experience.

I recently got an email stating that if I vote for Hillary Clinton I would get a credit card. I went to her official website to request that her campaign focus on the issues and halt the disrespecful statments flying everywhere. What did I get? I got a thank you note 'thanks for your Support for Hillary for President," and within a few dates of that email I got a credit card approval from some card company ...........

I just think this is getting very strange. I am very discusted at the negative statments and attacks, by both Bill and Hill and it just takes us all back to old days of politics.
why can she run alone? why can Bill just step aside and realize his time is over, let others participate?why can they be civil and respectful of all the runners? and also why not be truthful about why they are running for this office?

I am very saddened by this "politics as usual," way of conducting campaigns in this country.

Tom Wittmann   January 23rd, 2008 10:40 pm ET

I wonder: is the Democratic party leadership not concerned by the literally humdreds of comments filed in the blogs (not included the censured by CNN) saying

"if Hillary wins the nomination, I vote Republican"
"if Obama wins, I vote Republican"
"this debate will force me, life-long Democrat, to vote Republican
" and so on !!

??

In the blogs reagrding Republicans, I only see a very few such type of statements !

mr.fair tax   January 23rd, 2008 10:39 pm ET

DEMO'S WILL RUIN OUR COUNTRY, WHAT DA HELL DID WE FIGHT THE WARS FOR ?
I GUESS FOR THE SPOILED LIBS! HUH!!!!!!
SOILDERS WILL ROLL OVER IN THEIR GRAVES!!!
VOTE REPUBLICAN!!
NO SOCIAL LIB PROGRAMS
VOTE ALL AMERICAN, ROMNEY!!
HONEST GOVERMENT!!!

Helena   January 23rd, 2008 10:12 pm ET

GO BACK TO YOUR SLUMLORD REZKO, OBAMA....YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT. YOU SHOULD NOT EVEN BY A SENATOR. WHAT A SORE LOSER! RUN HOME TO REZKO. I AM SURE HE CAN SCARE EVERYONE INTO VOTING FOR YOU...WAH! WAH! GO HILLARY - OUR NEW PRESIDENT

Lori, Woodland CA   January 23rd, 2008 10:09 pm ET

Another Obama maneuver that makes him look like a chronic complainer and whiner. Who is advising this guy? Whoever it is, he or she isn't doing him any favors. I think he's pulling another dangerous stunt. If he's this big of a sore loser now, imagine how he'll be after the backlash kicks in on Super Tuesday.

bc   January 23rd, 2008 10:04 pm ET

Obama is just trying to throw any kind of dirt he can think of – he knows the media will never call him on it, no matter what he says. And if the media report his allegations as true, he figures people will believe them. And some will. But the reality is that people can see him in the debates and enough will see who he actually is, so the myth he has artfully created simply won't last. And those who don't watch debates do watch TV, and Senator Clinton won't let the b.s. go unchallenged. And even if he cons enough people to get the nomination, which I really doubt he can, the Republicans will destroy him by breakfast and then wonder why they didn't need to wait until lunch.

When all this started, I thought I'd vote for him in eight years, thinking he'd be ready by then. But what I've seen of his character is enough to ensure that I won't ever vote for him – never been fond of empty suits, and most especially empty suits with poor character. Seems to me his ill-advised run in 2008 has not only cost him his chance this year but also his chance in future years.

David from Texas   January 23rd, 2008 9:59 pm ET

I would rather vote for my dog than either of these two. I am a Democrat and am considering becoming an Independent. I am so sick of this junk. I expect more of my party than this. It is both sides (Obama & Clinton) pushing these issues that amount to nothing-but helping the Republicans to win. Obama or Clinton should be the better person and rise above this for the sake of the party. I would vote for the one that would take a stand against this childish back and forth. My mother always told me that it takes a bigger man to walk away than to stand there and argue like fool. This isn't even politics-this is high school bickering. We are going to end up with 4 more years of Republican scandals and wars. We all should press for our candidates to rise above this for the sake of our party. Obama can ignore Clinton and say I am sticking to the issues and Clinton can ignore Obama and say the American people are worth more than this. The Democrat party has always been the party of hope for everyone-lets keep it that way my fellow Democrats. We are all family in the end.

Robin   January 23rd, 2008 9:53 pm ET

Actually, both campaigns have filed formal complaints. CNN, please report all the facts. I read this on AOLnews.com. Often I have to go to other websites to get balanced reports.

NN,NY   January 23rd, 2008 9:41 pm ET

Good for you, Senator Obama! We need to be sure that EVERY vote counts and secure! If things went wrong they should be corrected in a civil way.

President Clinton: no screaming, bullying and accusations in front of the camera! Be civil. After all, you were our President. Behave! The whole world is looking at you! Don't loose it, PLEASE

Nathan   January 23rd, 2008 9:40 pm ET

Reading both complaints, Obama's seems better documented. He counted the number of complaints and included quotes. Most damaging, he points out instructions to Clinton voters. "It's not illegal unless they tell you so".

The Clinton complaint had comparable claims but provides more generalized evidence. It's also lacking any overall instruction from higher up in the campaign to procede.

I'll be curious to see what comes out of this, if anything.

Matt   January 23rd, 2008 9:31 pm ET

The Obama campaign is pathetic. I always knew the "politics of hope" was nothing but bull...a soundbite.

I just made a contribution to the Clinton campaign.

e   January 23rd, 2008 9:28 pm ET

Why is everyone letting the media hype you up. The news isn't there to inform up anymore it is there to "entertain" us. It is a business about what sells and if there isn't conflict they will take something and flame it up to get the ratings. All this race stuff is being flamed by the media not the canidates especially not the Obama camp. I was in Vegas and the whole thing was nothing but a big disorganized mess and if the Clinton camp exploited that it should be investigated, if voters were strong armed by the culinary union it should be investigated. Some of you anti Obama people need to grow up and stop calling him a crybaby. If he does something he is a baby if he does nothing he is a wimp we know we know nothing he does will ever be good enough for you. Clinton haters we know we know they are evil. How about instead of infintile name calling we actually look at their records while in the Senate, what kind of work they did before they were in public service, etc. Lets stop being distracted from the issues and stop the stupid negativity, it makes me loose faith in the American people and then we do deserve whatever we get even if that is Huckabee(shudders)

Bill, Covington,LA   January 23rd, 2008 9:28 pm ET

All this suff is hillarious, the voters know, the world knows, that the clintons are the scum of the earth and still there are those that would vote for them. Then when they are elected and don't live up to expectations, blame it all on president Bush and 9/11

sharon   January 23rd, 2008 9:28 pm ET

Americans, Open your eyes wide and think with your head!!!! When Oprah came out for the first time to support a preidential candidate, it was Obama. Nobody said anything. But when Bill Clinton stated supporting his wife, it became a problem. Obama won Iowa, everyone gave up hope on Hillary but when she started winning, there was a lot of winning and crying everywhere. What make me sick is this race card south carolina is playing! But guess what, it will favor hillary at the end. What everyone supposed to think about is, with all the economic and war mess going on, who has the experience and capability to solve these problems? Go Hillaryyyyyy 2008

Ann, MO   January 23rd, 2008 9:25 pm ET

How many people that voted for Al Gore in the 2000 election were angry with the outcome and felt that the people had been denied by the underhanded ways that the vote was counted, (or not counted) in Florida? Now these same people are calling Barack Obama a "crybaby" because he is having complaints investigated?

C. Marie   January 23rd, 2008 9:21 pm ET

Obama has opened a door that will slam in his face. The fact is the both he and Clinton have some sometimes overzealous supporters. To try and paint a picture that his people don't have dirty hands will only go to making his "above the politics" approach to this elections look more hypocritical.

aisha   January 23rd, 2008 9:15 pm ET

he did not whine and cry when 3rd party was running ads against hillary in nevada,he did not cry when oprah endorsed him and raised 3 million dollars for him ,and by admitting he did drugs what kinda example is that for other young african american men.and now he is loosing so he is crying go cry more

aisha   January 23rd, 2008 9:11 pm ET

obama campaign ,it took them a week to come with those allegations . they were busy making false accusations ,creating paid for witnesses, and i thought they were celebrating after navada because they won more delegates anyway ,so what happened now ,they r doing this only to divert attention from them to clintons .obama knows he is going to loose after feb 5th so he trying every possible stunt he can to bring hillary down .well keep trying

Diane T   January 23rd, 2008 9:05 pm ET

I listened to a CNN panel right after the dem debate earlier this week. I really could not believe the female panelist. She said that African-Americans would vote race over gender.....now is this interesting? So race IS an issue in the black community. Which we all pretty much knew. I also find it interesting that blacks can have all kind of race specific organizations, like the "Black Caucus", but if whites joined similar white-only organizations, we would be called RACISTS! Something seems very wrong with that picture.

The other thing is, I cannot figure out why the African-Americans are jumping on the bandwagon and supporting Obama because of race--Excuse me but Obama is half white! Or is this just more politically expedient to identify as a black man??????

Also how insulting that he rarely or never mentions the mother and grandparents that raised him–BOTH WHITE! Would the blacks be supporting him if he looked more white?

Anti Clintons   January 23rd, 2008 9:04 pm ET

Oh the Clintons haven't done anything wrong! you morons that think they pure as snow are out of your minds. The Clinton creeps have been doing this crap for years and when someone else calls them out on it, then you fools call Obama the loser, man you lib freaks are stupid!

I hope Obama kicks her fat butt all over the place the witch and the womanizer, go ahead and vote for them, then you will get what you deserve!

Obama 08!

Ann, MO   January 23rd, 2008 9:02 pm ET

This is great! Bill Clinton thinks that he can go infront of any camera a spew lies and the people will believe anything he says. I do believe he has met someone that not only will not take it, but will actually fight what he says with the truth. I would say in the adult world that Obama knows how to handle the Clinton's, and is willing to go to court to prove just how these people operate. Maybe it is time for Bill and Hillary to start talking issues again, instead of trying to trample on someone that had tried to run a decent, honest campaign.

Will   January 23rd, 2008 9:02 pm ET

What a whiner! A mere 1,600 complaints of voter obstruction and early door closings? Hardly worth mentioning. How dare anyone challenge Hillary's inevitability. I guess expecting fair voting tactics when your opponents are Bill & Hillary IS a "fairy tale."

Hop - Democrat   January 23rd, 2008 8:57 pm ET

If Clinton wins the Dem Nomination...McCAIN '08!!!

Kyu Reisch, Radcliff, Kentucky   January 23rd, 2008 8:53 pm ET

Jason, you are right, thank you for the best comment. Adams, I agree with you, Obama is inexperienced and naive. eva, I will do the same thing. My comment, you are smart, I support Hillary, she is the best leader for our Country, Hillary is the only person can save our Country from this mess.

Me   January 23rd, 2008 8:50 pm ET

Let no one deceive you. I believe those who know the truth will agree with me. This anti-Clinton campaign is filled with hatred. Hillary strikes fear in the heart of every Republican candidate running for President. Hillary will defeat them all and they know this.
Which explains why the media has joined them in an attempt to defeat Hillary. So far, their efforts has failed. All it has done is fire up Hillary supporters more than ever before. Hillary is strong and can stand toe-to-toe with any GOP candidate. They fear her greatly.

It's time for all Hillary supporters to unite and let American know how much we love Hillary, Bill, and Chelsea.

Bill did so much for this country.

If you want real change, elect Hillary Rodham Clinton. She will change Washington forever.

January 20, 2009. Be sure to watch. This will be historic.

We love you Hillary.

Nathan   January 23rd, 2008 8:43 pm ET

So far this is the only place I've seen this. Im wondering why it hasn't grabbed more attention.

Molly   January 23rd, 2008 8:43 pm ET

I was there Saturday. There was some very shady stuff going on. To be frank, I was completely disgusted. This was my first look into a political election, and I did not like what I saw. The corruption was rampant, from every direction. That was not how any kind of election should happen. It needs to be looked into and dealt with. Then fixed for 2012.

Scott   January 23rd, 2008 8:42 pm ET

I'd like to see some of the evidence. Is there video footage, transcripts, eyewitness accounts, sworn statements?

Saundra Tucson   January 23rd, 2008 8:41 pm ET

Hey CNN:

Where is my post, which was being moderated and now has disappeared. There are comments after mine which appear.

Evan   January 23rd, 2008 8:34 pm ET

Of course, Hillary's campaign would not do anything illegal – no more than Bill Clinton would lie under oath. Yeah Yeah I know it was all about sex. Rationalize the lie. Lie Cheat Steal – Just as long as you get what you want.

Vote for Hillary – and get what you earn 4 more years of a Republican President!

By the way, I vote early and I vote often. Because if they haven't told me it is illegal than it isn't.

Matthew   January 23rd, 2008 8:33 pm ET

I am neither an Obama or Clinton supporter, but please, read BOTH candidate's complaints. Obama supporters are alleging that voter fraud and voter suppression is a serious thing; yes, it is, but don't pretend that there isn't evidence that Obama's campaign is just as guilty as Hillary's. This is ridiculous. READ BOTH.

Democrat Forever   January 23rd, 2008 8:33 pm ET

Wow! Now we are going to have Obama's Truth Police. Good, its working. Spend that money. This is a campaign, and one candidate is going to hit the other hard, point out weaknesses and show their own strengths.

rw   January 23rd, 2008 8:32 pm ET

The lad doth protest too much, me thinks.

Sonny Miller   January 23rd, 2008 8:31 pm ET

Obama, (comma) Barack "The Crock"!!! He's a flash in the pan.......

DB   January 23rd, 2008 8:27 pm ET

Obama is not trying to change the outcome, but it doe look like he has proof of some of these allegations. The Clinton letter was like nu-uh it was him. The Obama letter had times and examples, while the Clinton letter did not.

It is amazing how people just read the headline and the already know the whole story.

Kenny   January 23rd, 2008 8:25 pm ET

Wait, wait, wait.....All of you people saying that it's whining to investigate allegations of voter supression sure weren't saying that in 2000 or 2004 when Bush won!!!!

Kenny   January 23rd, 2008 8:22 pm ET

I worked the Tonopah, NV caucus site and there DEFINATELY was strong arming by the Clinton campaign. Making the Obama side take down all of their signs near the door (which the signs are allowed as long as they are inside). Not to mention the CHAIR was an 80 year old Clinton supporter who tried closing the doors early because "she had a party to attend at 1pm."

America needs to WAKE UP before it's too late and stop voting for this woman!!

sam   January 23rd, 2008 8:15 pm ET

buh hu...imagine how he would handle the republicans? he can't. he's not ready. clinton is the one that could win this against the republicans.

obama will win SC because of the black vote – that won't carry an election

this election is not about making a racial statement...yes, we are ready for a black president...just NOT NOW

we need to win....enough already...Clinton 08

San   January 23rd, 2008 8:04 pm ET

I am first time D-voter, but with this game my ears and eyes learned. one might not waste time after these daycare kids. Instead, go Republican or Independent!

Anonymous   January 23rd, 2008 7:52 pm ET

Don't be fooled by some of these posts from the Clinton supporters. Unless they are children posting all these silly comments the democratic party is in deep you know what. I did not know just how many immature so called adults made up this party. Forget this nonsense I am out of the democratic party for good. This is serious business that has been taken lightly and I don't see the humor in any of it.

Shannon   January 23rd, 2008 7:50 pm ET

To those of you that believe we should overlook corruption and voter intimidation in the election process, you are asking us to give up on believing that all Americans have the right to vote. Not long ago in this country, Americans fought long and hard for the idea that all of us are created equal. This is serious and anyone that believes this is something for us to overlook is asking us to forget that we are all Americans. We have got to get over the idea that bullies should rule the country. Look where it has gotten us!

B.O.   January 23rd, 2008 7:43 pm ET

Obama is nothing but a hypocrite, and I'm tired of the false cry of "wolf". According to Obama, EVERYTHING said is a lie, a distortion, or disenfranchises (sp?) voters. I'm not stupid. I listen to the words of everyone, and Obama masks everything behind his words and pre-written speeches. Everytime he accuses a Clinton of distorting things, he's saying it just to make you THINK they are. It's pathetic that people have lost there ability to think for themselves and see through all of it. I HAD respect for Obama as a speaker, thought he needed more time, and knew it would be a mistake if he ran too early, and NOW I think it's was an ever worse idea than before. He is ruining his future.

Dorian, Brentwood, Ca   January 23rd, 2008 7:43 pm ET

Not only does Obama take no responsibility for his voting record, he takes no responsibility when he loses a primary. Instead of looking at why the Nevada voters preferred Hillary to him, he need look no further than the tactics pulled by his campaign, his union, and his own performances at debates, meetings, and other public appearances. The comedy routine he did the night before the campaign when he mocked Hillary didn't help and neither did his whining everytime he was called down for twisting, distorting, and intentionally misleading voters about Hillary's record. If he were smart, he'd try analyzing why he lost New Hampshire, Michigan, and Nevada, and lay out a new strategy focusing on himself, his record, his goals for America, and how he intends to go about achieving them. The man spends way too much time stressing over Hillary. Voters don't want to hear anymore complaints from him about her. Geez! Just focus on yourself, Obama, if you can. You make yourself look like a weak little pantywaist when you complain, whine, and cry foul because the voters picked someone else they liked better. And, for God's sake, stop playing the race card. Your arrogance was front and center when you leaned over and condescendingly patted Edwards on the arm, saying, "And you'll get the white male vote, John."

Honest Abe   January 23rd, 2008 7:41 pm ET

Wow– good for Obama.

A friend of mine called me the other day and said "Now I understand what the right-wingers saw in Clinton all during the 90s." Seriously, the Clintons are really showing some bad tendencies during this campaign; Bill should probably stop talking altogether! He's costing Hillary more votes than she is! It's beginning to look, to me and to others, that the Clintons played dirty in 1992, and they're playing even dirtier now.

Don   January 23rd, 2008 7:36 pm ET

I agree with Kathyj. Why are people more angry over Hillary Clinton than an administration that has allowed 4000 American's die, and probabaly more. Why are you not mad at illegal wire tapping, torture and the basic destruction of our civil liberties??? Hillary Clinton is human, she has made mistakes, but the hatred you have for her should be focused on what we have allowed our country to become over the last 7 years. Hillary Clinton will restore America to her greatness.

Mark, Chicago, IL   January 23rd, 2008 7:32 pm ET

Obama is so light weight... I'm surprised anyone is giving him any time. He clearly can't handle the pressure.

Stephen D./Las Vegas   January 23rd, 2008 7:29 pm ET

I participated in the Nevada Caucus in precinct 4347 and the people of my district deserve a round of applause for the way they conducted themselves under hectic conditions! I am a Barack Obama supporter and everyone who wanted to vote got the chance to vote but I am not surprised at Hillary and the Clinton's dirty tricks. I was a NH voter in 1992 and I've seen this all before! SD

Don   January 23rd, 2008 7:28 pm ET

This is all a bunch of baloney. In a world of easy access and instant news, its amazing its taken a week for this story to come out. I am sorry, but if I were denied the right to vote I would be in front of the first camera( and there were many) on my phone( I-report) are on a blog. From everything I can see, thats not been the case. I think Obama is up to some dirty tricks and his true nature is starting to show. While the Hill-haters want to bash her, Obama has been using every trick in the book for his political gain. Wake up America. Hillary looks real good to me. She is strong on the issues and has concrete plans for the future. Obama is struggling, avoiding issues and uses his charm to make the Clinton's look bad. I don't think it going to work. This story is the latest attempt by the Obama campaign to knock down Hillary. It won't work.

Laure   January 23rd, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Both at my caucus and at another friend of mine's caucus, the lead organizer for the caucus were Hillary supporters. They both wanted to just have everyone check in, vote and go without any discussion. We were a strong group and we insisted the rules be followed. They were and through the discussion one supporter moved from the Hillary camp to ours and Obama got the win. However, in my friend's group, that was not the case, and they had no recourse. It was controlled by the Hilary camp how the caucus was run and it was not run fairly. I have heard many other complaints like this.

I have had the utmost respect for Hillary and Bill, until now. I was undecided until they started playing dirty politics. Obama had not played these games and has had to speak out so that the allegations can be addressed. It's too bad that they are sacraficing the party due to ego.

Ginny CA   January 23rd, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Boy, Obama is really puttin' it out there, isn't he? Hillary Clinton is strong and respected by voters and doesn't need to stoop to illegal campaign tactics. All the voter intimidation came from the Obama people. The union that endorsed him did a lot of his dirty work when it came to threatening and intimidating their members. Obama might want to think twice about going down this road. There are enough voters who are still angry about the way they were pushed around and told to vote for Obama or else. This "investigation" could come back to bite him on the rump.

sean77   January 23rd, 2008 7:23 pm ET

Yeah I was watching the news during the Nevada caucuses and saw certain sites closing the doors on people when there was defintiely room inside. This is just another tactic from Hillary "Wall-Mart" Clinton!

Luigi   January 23rd, 2008 7:22 pm ET

First, everybody who drops a post here and says that they are black or white, Democrat or Republican may be lying. There are a lot of imposters on this board and on boards all over the internet.

Here are a few facts:

In Nevada, Obama won 13 delegates, Clinton won12; Obama won 11 of Nevada's 17 counties. Clinton won 6. Nevada is a majority white state with a large number of hispanics, and fewer blacks.

Harry Reed, the US Senate Majority Leader, did not endorse anyone , but his son, State Senator Rory Reed, endorsed Clinton (Go figure). The Clark County Commissioner, whose job is probably the most powerful in Nevada, next to the Governor, also endorsed Clinton, Casinos (even where the caucus was held) took out ads for Clinton, including Harrah's, the owner of Ceasar's palace.

Senator Obama Obama made a tough decision, he had reservations about the effect of gambling, especially on the poor - and he said so, right in Clark County where 70% of the state's voters are and where the "Strip" is. THAT TOOK GUTS!!
AND HE STILL WON THE MOST DELEGATES IN THE STATE. SENATOR OBAMA HAS MY VOTE.!!
GO OBAMA!!!!

Nita   January 23rd, 2008 7:14 pm ET

I will going to the primary in my state. I will actually be voting early. Something I have never done in my life. I plan to take my daughter in law (19 years) my daughter (26) along with both of my siblings. We plan to vote for Clinton.Obama should be everyone last choice.

dee   January 23rd, 2008 7:12 pm ET

Mark Cary, NC

Your reasoning is why we had bush for the last eight year.

Botched election

I think Hillary was the one who Cried.

neetabug   January 23rd, 2008 7:11 pm ET

Benjamin, speak for yourself, I am African American. I will not vote for Obama. I just don't trust the man. One thing i can say about Hillary she promised the people of New York she would serve her time as Senator of the state of New York. She did this. What has he done for the State of Illinois. Getting a big head and running around the country for president.

I know plenty of African Americans here in the state of Ohio, i can tell you they are not for Obama.

Applea   January 23rd, 2008 6:58 pm ET

I feel like the complaint is legit because the Clinton's had some polling station doors closed early. However OBAMA WON MORE DELEGATES. I'm getting sick of the Clinton's.

GO OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!

abbindallas   January 23rd, 2008 6:55 pm ET

I LOVE IT!!!! Their ridiculous feuding is paving a way for the Republican nominee right into the White House... I can't wait to see which one has to eat crow and endorse the other for the "good of the Democratic Party."

Ashes   January 23rd, 2008 6:55 pm ET

I just do not understand how someone can switch from a democrat to a republican. To me, the platform of a party is very important and I can not abide by the republican platform. Anyone who runs as a republican is condoning that plateform. So, no matter who runs, if they support the republican platform I won't vote for them.
How can you support Obama and then turn around and vote for a republican? I can understand not voting in protest, but putting a republican in office? It's almost everything Obama is fighting against. If you'd vote republican at all then why would you even think about voting for Obama? Seriously, I really don't understand that point of view.
The Democratic Party and the the Republican Party have very different views on business, religion, health, education, gay rights, and Iraq. I don't see how people can just switch back and forth.

Jeanie   January 23rd, 2008 6:49 pm ET

I don't know which is worse.....the fact that every candidate keeps blaming the other candidate with allegations of illicit behaviour, or the fact that so many idiots get on these boards and immediately believe either one of the camps and cry foul or start screaming "if she/he wins I'm voting Republican." The truth is probably with the way things are reported...there was a time (in the getting way too far past) when reports did more than say "he says she did that, and she claims he is spinning the truth" – the reports jobs were more than telling us what someone said – they actually investigated the allegations and helped us to know what was true. The way it is now, don't believe most of what you read!! And, if the candidates don't stop it, we will lose the election – and then we are all in trouble...you though Bush was bad – try living in a country "lead" by any of the 3 leading Republicans...very scary. And, if you "have always been a democrat" but truely will not vote if he or she wins, then you are not voting the issues....you are voting based on some bias or some prejudice or misbeliefe in the garbage the press puts out. Because, all three have very similar responses and plans for ALL MAJOR ISSUES this country NEEDS to face. If you hate HIllary or Obama so much that you would rather have Huckabee or Romney in office, then you need to see a specialist and YOU will be responsible for the continuing decay of our country....vote with your brain, not your bias.......

Andrew   January 23rd, 2008 6:48 pm ET

What Obama is doing is very important for our democratic process. It is very wrong for any sort of voter intimidation or tampering to go on. Let me make my points clear:

1) Obama won more delegates and thus has no real motive to go after an investigation other than to make sure that voter intimidation and cheating does not go on in other states and get to the bottom of the accusations.

2) If Obama's campaign knew that they were a part of the problem they would never have registered the complaint. They are not asking for an investigation just into Clinton but the whole caucus.

3) For those of you who say he is just whining: Wouldn't you like to have someone go to bat for your democratic process? Most of you would complain up and down if some person that didn't hold the same opinion of yours tried to keep you down.

tant   January 23rd, 2008 6:46 pm ET

BD or whatever you call yourself, your comment is the most dumbest and stupid comment I have ever read in this bog. Nobody is taken your job-just wake up from slumber, turn off TV and go to school, then you will have American dreams. By the way am black.

Gene   January 23rd, 2008 6:46 pm ET

BD or whatever you call yourself, your comment is the most dumbest and stupid comment I have ever read in this bog. Nobody is taken your job-just wake up from slumber, turn off TV and go to school, then you will have American dreams. By the way am black.

Gene   January 23rd, 2008 6:45 pm ET

BD or whatever you call yourself, your comment is the most dumbest and stupid comment I have ever read in this bog. Nobody is taken your job-just wake up from slumber, turn off TV and go to school, then you will have American dreams. By the way am black.

Whatever Daisy...   January 23rd, 2008 6:38 pm ET

ohhh, whatever Obama camp...anything to spin controversy in a losing game!

HILLARY_08; no one else...

Tracy   January 23rd, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Good for the Obama camp.

Carol   January 23rd, 2008 6:35 pm ET

To JR, if you came here legally, congratulations on your hard work to get your medical education. I wish you and your family every success.

On the other hand....If you came here illegally, you are nothing more than a scab taking a position in our overcrowded medical schools that a citizen or person here legally is absolutely more deserving of than you. I don't want to support you or your children. If you are in school, my guess is you are not paying enough to support the education of the family you brought with you. I would say go home, but that would be rude. If you are here illegally you already know where to go.

I'm a 20 yr democrat, so I'm probably being overpolite about the issue.

Patrick of Albany NY   January 23rd, 2008 6:35 pm ET

The more of this that goes on, the more solidified I am in my vote for Hillary on super tuesday. I have to agree with the other Clinton supporters: Obama's become nothing but rhetoric and has been playing just as dirty as any other politician he claims to not be like.

Tant   January 23rd, 2008 6:34 pm ET

BD or whatever you call yourself, your comment is the most dumbest and stupid comment I have ever read in this bog. Nobody is taken your job-just wake up from slumber, turn off TV and go to school, then you will have American dreams. By the way am black..

Tant   January 23rd, 2008 6:34 pm ET

BD or whatever you call yourself, your comment is the most dumbest and stupid comment I have ever read in this bog. Nobody is taken your job-just wake up from slumber, turn off TV and go to school, then you will have American dreams. By the way am black..

Tant   January 23rd, 2008 6:33 pm ET

BD or whatever you call yourself, your comment is the most dumbest and stupid comment I have ever read in this bog. Nobody is taken your job-just wake up from slumber, turn off TV and go to school, then you will have American dreams. By the way am black..

adams   January 23rd, 2008 6:29 pm ET

You lost take it like a man.

To bad Obama is such an amature, and has no experence to talk about.

This is the reason he continues these absurd alligations and smear tactics.

We all know it will take hillary to beat back the Neo cons.

charlotte   January 23rd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

GOOD, LET THE CHIPS FALL WHERE THE MAY. HAHAHAAAAA It would be nice if we could get the truth out. We the people deserve to know what went on, what if both sides are guilty, then what?

D-MT   January 23rd, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Something fishy is afoot when staunch Republicans such as Rush Linbaugh start praising a Democratic candidate such as Obama, or like what I read today in Houston, Texas that a long time spiritual advisor to George W. Bush is backing Obama. Rush Linbaugh is who surprised me–that was just a flat out shocker to hear him speaking of Obama as if the man could walk on water–of course Obama speaks of himself that way, always laying blame and coming up with excuses for this decision and that action, etc., weird that's a trait of Republicans usually. Could he be a Republican hiding in a Democrat closet? Not sure, but one thing is obvious to me, he is not experienced enough to deliver the change he speaks of, and if he is a closet case then that is not much of a change from what we have.

I realize some run to Obama's defense saying he is trying to unite people. A uniter, where have I heard that? Oh yeah, President Bush, he said he was a uniter didn't he? Scary stuff people, wake up. How quickly we forget.

We cannot afford to have an inexperienced president who is incapable of delivering healthcare to cover everyone, who is incapable of fixing the economy, and incapable of standing up to other candidates let alone other countries should we encounter a threat. We need true leadership, experienced leadership. Forget the personality behind it, forget your personal preference of personality, you don't have to share a house or a meal with this person, but you do have to worry about your economy, healthcare and security, so pick the right person for the job....not who you like the most. We aren't in gradeschool, it isn't a popularity contest.

Concerned Citizen   January 23rd, 2008 5:58 pm ET

Ask the Real Mormon Questions?
1.) What do Mormons do in their "Highly Secret Temple" Ceremonies such as Weddings.

2.) Why are the "Ceremonies" so Secret that even blood Relatives not deemed "Worthy" by their local Bishops, (Lay Clergy Males) are not allowed to witness the event?

3.) What remotely mainstream Church does not Welcome Visitors of all faiths or no faith, to their celebrations?

4.) Do you want a President of the United States who subscribes to a creed whose dictates he can not share?
Are any of the other Candidates so Burdened?

Rod   January 23rd, 2008 5:53 pm ET

It is a sad day in America when so many of us will accept the " it depends on what the meaning of "is" is Clintons over Mr. Obama.

Louis   January 23rd, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Obama hasn't won anything since Iowa... the Media who tried to throw the election for him in New Hampshire with bogus polls were all left dumbfounded and decide to go with "Hillary's tears caused her to win"... Now race is the issue and Obama and the media hopes this will gain him some momentum in South Carolina... and after thinking he had Nevada all wrapped up again with the media backing him and the lawsuit which he'd won... AGAIN the voters said, "No, thank you... We want Hillary... We want experience... and it is about time that the United States catches up with the rest of the world and finally have a capable and effective female leader!"

Sorry Obama... Oprah pulled you into this running for Prez wayyyyyy to early in your career.

Hillary 2008!!!

rick   January 23rd, 2008 5:33 pm ET

I was a participant in a caucus in Reno. I was an Obama supporter. The first count as I recall was Clinton 92 and Obama 112 and Edwards 38 and Kucinich 3. The chair said that that was three participants short of the initial headcount. The next vote amazingly enough was three more for Clinton. This was never confirmed by party rules by an independent counter, just ratified by voice acclamation.

During the second realignment the Kucinich people came to Obama generating a final tally. My comment was there was no test of the Clinton supporters by an independent count as previously announced procedure. The ad hoc decision was to forego the safeguard of a miscount by letting the room give ayes. The procedure adopted was in violation of the aforementioned double check of the count by an independent individual, because the group didnt want to go through with another count.

My comment is...Obama got 3 delegates for the Washoe County meeting, Clinton got 3 also, and Edwards got 1. Query: would Clinton have gotten 2 and Obama gotten 4 and Edwards gotten 1 had the count been done according to the rules and the 3 extra "heads" counted not really been there? No explantaion was ever given for the delegate breakdown. I was disappointed for that missing element for the experience. I'm not really an activist, I'm just a trial lawyer. While this may have been small in the scheme of things, statewide, don't these infractions add up to something of consequence?

My feeling is this: the caucus experience resembles a practice done in grammar school electing the ball monitor. It is totally amateurish and smacks of Florida politcs with the dangling chads debate. All states participating in the Democratic Party primaries should go to primary elections and the votes apportioned appropriately.

eva   January 23rd, 2008 5:32 pm ET

I am a lifelong Democrat, but what 's Obama camp doing now, is giving me a second thought about my party. Please grow-up! , or my husband and I go independent.

danielo   January 23rd, 2008 5:29 pm ET

When rules say that polls should close at 12 noon they should close at 12 noon and not 11.30am.
If someone could not vote because of early closure, thats fraud. If it happened in Nevada it can happen elsewhere and its very valid to raise the issue now and not later.

THAT IS COMMON SENSE.

Chaunda,IN   January 23rd, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Benjamin

please do not speak for all blacks in this childish I wont vote democrat if it is not Obama. That is the reason color has become an issue. As a black american, I will be excited to vote Hillary.

Kathyj.   January 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

The candidates running for democratic election are adults, knowledgeable, experienced in politics and they certainly can take care of themselves. We the people, should be focused not on the "he said, she said," but rather who would make the best presidential candidate and eventually the next Commander in Chief.
Wha'ts airing in the headlines about Obama, and Clinton is pety stuff when comparing it to what's gone on in the White House up until now and is placed there to undermine the front runners.
Remain focused, what do you want in a President, and who can take the bull by the horns and get this economy back on track?

Julianne   January 23rd, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Allegations of VOTER SUPPRESSION =/= WHINING

Did any of the Clinton supporters even bother to read the report? Do you even care?

If that's the way Clinton supporters think...well, that shows you the way Clinton supporters think. So, keep flaming, keep insinuating that Obama is a baby (very mature), and demonstrating that you refuse to take DISENFRANCHISEMENT seriously.

"It's not illegal unless they you so".
"Don't be afraid to go negative on the candidates"

Also..."Call after the first alignment". What the hell?

CDH   January 23rd, 2008 5:11 pm ET

J, CA, don't you see, he's not really a Democrat. He wants to pattern himself after Reagan and thinks the Republicans are "the party" with ideas.

ssphinxx   January 23rd, 2008 5:10 pm ET

The objective in the presidential (general) election is to get the most electoral college votes (not the most popular votes). In the primary races the objective is to get the most delegations. If Obama got the most delegates in Nevada, then he won the primary. The Nevada Democratic Party allot delegates by congressional districts, as I undertand, instead of a winner-take-all system.

Ray   January 23rd, 2008 5:03 pm ET

AMAZING...Obama...Get over it..you lost.

open eyes   January 23rd, 2008 4:57 pm ET

the only democrate candidate that has a chance to win the presidency is Edwards.
Clinton has way to much baggage and if she thinks Obama is running a dirty campaign wait until she is going against the republican machine, and Obama struggling as he is now will be licking alot of wounds for the next few years.

anthony   January 23rd, 2008 4:54 pm ET

So this is the "ground game" that worked so well for hillary...

How about some of this gets covered on the network?

Gil - California   January 23rd, 2008 4:54 pm ET

Actually, if this were the general election it would not matter who got the most votes, it would matter who got the most delegates. Barack got the most votes, he won Nevada. Sorry Hilly old gal, you lost. Get used to the feeling.

MJC   January 23rd, 2008 4:50 pm ET

I am shocked that the "uniter" is now the biggest whiner in the primaries.

AJ, IL   January 23rd, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Obama's campaign is searching for the truth. The Clinton campaign (i.e. Bill Clinton made allegations of voter intimidation) decided their allegations were not worth persuing once Hillary won Nevada.

D.   January 23rd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Further more Obama need to have some non-violent sit ins and marches. We have to keep this evil dual out of the white house and it starts now and not after she gets the nomination. This should really be a movement against we will do what ever it takes to win, Clintons. You don't see Hillary shedding tears now. She never cared about the "AMERICAN people" they only care about what "I can do" not what can be done for the people. Get real HRC supporters. You all sound like Bush Supporters, completely blind to rational thought. It makes no sense for us to vote Bill Clinton back to into office. It makes no sense to have a President and Co-Presidency, It makes no sense to ignore these obvious dirty tactics. It makes no sense to ignore these divide and conquer tactics. For the life of me, I can not understand what people get out of supporting this foolishness.

Business as usually in America though. America will always be America no matter how much it wants and tries to be AMERICA. Maybe that's why its called the American Dream. It's clear that Uncle Sam the sand man is at it again.

my comment   January 23rd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

let's say we have 2 chess players. O wins. H loses. H keeps dignity, and learns from losing. Next play H wins. O flips. Starts whining, wants recheck the winner. Cannot take loss. H wins again. O gets more upset, and talks about fraud, attacks H. H has to respond to clean herself from the dirt of attack. etc etc etc
Who si the real winner? H is!!!!!
Hillary!

Madeline Jones   January 23rd, 2008 4:45 pm ET

I cannot help but question how Senator O'bama would hold up if he was president and had to take all the battering, criticism, and accusations that G.W. Bush has been subjected to. He seems to have fallen apart due to criticism by the Clintons. I feel he is TOO young and inexperienced at this time and he would crumble. However, IF he wins the Democratic nomination AND gets elected, I sure hope for the good of the country and his party he picks someone VERY STRONG for his running mate for the vice-presidency office. The reason I add that last thought is because I believe the KKK is ALIVE, and HEALTHY in this country, but in hibernation.

landon   January 23rd, 2008 4:42 pm ET

Benjamin,

Please don't try to speak for all Black people. I will not vote for Obama. He lost my vote when he looked Clinton directly in the face and said "your husband did". I thought to myself, are we on the playground?

All Black people will not vote for either candidate, you forget how many Blacks are now for the other party.

I do hope we rise up, but don't ever put us all in the same boat.

Tommy   January 23rd, 2008 4:41 pm ET

Don't be fooled people. He has to do this legally. This is the media spin for you to think that Hillary will file after he do. But legally because there were complains he has to do it because these are serious serious allegations.It has to be done soonest it happens.

my comment   January 23rd, 2008 4:41 pm ET

my humble comment to Anne Amore:

Citation:
"If Hillary Clinton is not open-minded enough to interpret Barack Obama's comments how will she ever be able to decipher the language of foreign leaders….We will end up with another foreign policy disaster."

well this is not about deciphering / interpreting Obama's speach. This is about US president to be able to be clear to all!
Cannot expect other leaders to be open minded and read between the lines the right words, they might read something else....far more dangerous to international politics........

think about it. Do you want to interpret what your husband, or coworker says all the time? No, you want it clear and understandable, without having to guess.

there is a thing, and it is so true: the really intelligent and smart people know a lot, but the ones who are best can speak in words everybody understands. They are the best teachers and leaders. No need for fancy words, simple words can explain too.

Ron   January 23rd, 2008 4:40 pm ET

I'm sick of hearing Barack's constant whining!

"WAAAA Hillary has a former president campaigning for her. All I've got is a talk show host that gives away stuff to her studio audience. That's not fair!"

"WAAAA The Union endorsed me, but their members voted for Hillary. WAAA!"

WAAAA All of the media promised me that I was a shoe in after Iowa, but I've lost 2 primaries in a row. There must have been some irregularities somewhere. WAAAA1"

"WAAAA I don't have any experience and they do. Now they're attacking me on it. That's not fair! WAAAA!"

"WAAAA I never thought anyone would call me out on all of those present votes. That's not Fair. WAAAA!"

"WAAAA I'm a closet Reagan Fan who's just been exposed. WAAAA!"

Ryan, Los Angeles CA   January 23rd, 2008 4:39 pm ET

GO HOME OBAMA – what a sore loser. Obama is all sugar-coated lies. Just give it up, and go back to voting "Present"

Nash   January 23rd, 2008 4:36 pm ET

Obama band-aiding his disastrous defeat in Nevada? Sour-graping that he lost when he expected to win? Unwittingly, Obama is going against his own self. With his latest tantrums over his primary and caucus losses and poll frustrations, he is not UNIFYING the Democrats, but DIVIDING them to serve his self-interest and indirectly to aid the Republicans. How can he UNIFY when he insults the voters in Nevada and other states who voted overwhelmingly for Hillary? How can he preach CHANGE and HOPE now with his recent manifestations of HOPELESSNESS and his defiant insistence to CHANGE the course of Hillary's steady march to nomination victory? Barack, you were doing well before towards the Iowa caucus, but you're doing worse now towards Super Tuesday. And who is benefiting from your stumbling – it's Hillary.

Stephy, Groton Connecticut   January 23rd, 2008 4:33 pm ET

News flash people: Obama has more delegates!!!!
Does anyone know the french diction: "Rira bien qui rira le dernier"? When Obama was giving is "defeat" speech, that it what was going through his mind. He was the Real winner in Nevada.
If he has evident why not go for it for the sake of the voters?

Maria, Houston   January 23rd, 2008 4:32 pm ET

To all of you who refer to "a cry-baby whining" :

It was HILLARY CLINTON WHO CRIED because she was loosing!!!! We've all seen it on the national TV over and over, however, the second part of her sentence when she seamlessly went from crying to negative was not played enough. And no one plays "victims" better than Clintons. Except, that dog&pony show is getting too old and we've seen it too many times. So shut up, you half-wits and be glad that someone is willing to stand up to them!

D.   January 23rd, 2008 4:30 pm ET

Gore didn't fight back and he lose. Kerry didn't fight back and he lose. Not fighting back is a losing strategy.

Can you believe it, Bill Clinton is actually saying "we" now, when his references Hillary.

Clinton / Bush 08 yeah.

Smart Democrat   January 23rd, 2008 4:29 pm ET

I am no Johnny come lately on the block, I've watched this thing from the VERY beginning. I've always told myself, I could certainly vote for obama and lose no sleep over it, but have always felt Hillary is simply smarter and more capable. But now, Obama started this entire nasty streak by mischaracterizing Bill's "fairy tale" remark as well as Hillary's remarks about him seemingly being all talk and no action. He wrapped the two remarks up together, signed the race card, and sent it out!

He started this nonsense, and Hillary will END it. He is playing with the big dogs now and wants to still be perceived as the victim of dirty politics when he STARTED THE WHOLE THING!

She is criticizing his voting record and his public record. HRC has not said a single thing about Obama that is untrue.

Clinton/Vilsack 08!!!!

Richard from Detroit   January 23rd, 2008 4:29 pm ET

So what does Obama want to create a "" Republicrat Party "".HE IS NOT A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES PERIOD!!!!!!Maybe for that country in Africa that had the election fraud , and theres a civil war happening now, whats that place called, Oh ! Yah!! KENYA!!!!He is the same like Hillary, Heckel and Jeckel, Twiddle Dee and Twiddle Dum.Romneys are next President, not 100% what I would like but the best of the lot.

my comment   January 23rd, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Is Obama unable to face a loss? He thinks he has to win all the time? How mature it is? If he loses, he flips and does ridiculous things. Hillary faced her loss with dignity, and learned from it. He cannot. What a leader he would be, not in my life, please, no.

yes to Hillary!

I was there   January 23rd, 2008 4:27 pm ET

This is an important investigation. I was in NV as a volunteer and saw exactly what has been alleged. I have given my statement already, and it was an experience I'll probably never be able to accurately describe in full, but please read over the quotes given by the Obama campaign. They are all true and not stretched at all.

This should be a much bigger news story than it is. CNN, dig a little bit, talk to the voters, you'll find a consistent story. People were turned away at 11:30 if they were Obama supporters, while Hillary supporters were still being registered. We had to fight to get the doors open again until 12. Additionally, caucus cards were improperly distributed as the claims that were reported suggest.

This was Nevada's first time having this kind of voting and the Clinton campaign knew exactly how to get away with these dirty tricks. They even struck back first, before the causes were over accusing the Obama camp of such tactics.

CNN... PLEASE, PLEASE, report on this.

James charlotte nc   January 23rd, 2008 4:27 pm ET

Yea Obama's a crybaby...right. Clinton supporters, do you realize that right after Clinton lost 7.5 of her votes in Nashua, NH's recount, the recount was suddenly stopped because of 'funds' today? I don't believe that and I say to Obama to keep fighting to get the truth out!

Kevin   January 23rd, 2008 4:25 pm ET

I am from Nevada and I was at the caucus and this is how Hillary had her supporters cheat at the location which I was at:

They showed up early and when they saw other supporters they told them the wrong time and the wrong rooms to go to. When I confronted them they specifically said "there are no rules to a caucus we can do whatever we want".

After the second count (the one that acutally counts), Obama supporters would leave since the count was over. Once they left the Hillary supporters would demand a recount, so that Hillary could win.

Hillary is simply power hungry and will do anything to be president. She could care less about the American people. Even if she does get nominated, 60% of the country hates her and would vote for anyone but her. But I guess this shows the intelligence of the Democratic Party, nominate someone who will unite the Republican Party and all Independent Americans, and lose an election that should be impossible for them to lose.

Vote4Hillary   January 23rd, 2008 4:24 pm ET

Jason, you're the man!

I'll add in my peace. Obama should be president, just not in this election. He's too green. Hillary brings experience and a former president as a confidant and advisor. It's a unique pairing of strong individuals that can lead not only with nice speeches, but proven action.

Obama's present votes don't bother me, there bickering is fair game, how they raise their funds is their business – Hillary is simply more fitting this go around if we are to have a democratic president.

PS: A vote for Edwards is a waste of time. Making a statement by voting for him will only be seen as a vote against Hillary. So, that said. If he's your first and she's your second, good God people just vote for her. If you like Obama, vote for the guy – but do so knowing you're doing so based on a nice speech from a nice guy.

agrees with "NAR"   January 23rd, 2008 4:24 pm ET

thanks, not a republican.

In senator obama's own words in Marshalltown, Iowa, on 27 December '07, and in many other places:

"What is needed in Washington is not more heat. We need more light."

By "turning up the heat" with negative attack ads such as the new radio ad, the Clinton campaign is, thankfully for Obama's campaign, making Obama's point.

As for the formal complaint, this is hardly "whining." Illegal activities at voting sites should themselves be suppressed lest our democratic process be compromised. If there is evidence of anything illegal, the campaign should be called on it. You know that Senator Clinton would waste no time in filing a similar complaint, should there be evidence.

Checkmate.

Pat Huntington NY   January 23rd, 2008 4:21 pm ET

This is it. It's official...I'm voting for a write-in candidate...Mickey Mouse!

Sam   January 23rd, 2008 4:20 pm ET

OBAMA!

LISTEN TO ME CAREFULLY!

PLEASE DO NOT LET The Clinton Campaign SUCK YOU INTO TO THIS TIT-FOR-TAT NON-SENSE!

IT IS BECOMING A HUGE TURN-OFF FOR ALL OF US OUT HERE SUPPORTING YOU!

IGNORE HER!

PERHAPS IT MAY BE HARD FOR YOU TO SEE THAT BECAUSE YOU ARE IN THE THICK OF THINGS, AND IT IS HARD FOR YOU TO NOT RESPOND TO ALL OF THE NEGATIVITY, BUT YOU NEED TO FOCUS ON GETTING YOUR MESSAGE OUT...YOU MUST STOP FIGHTING WITH HILLARY!

LET THE CLINTONS DO WHAT THEY DO BEST. LET THE PEOPLE DECIDE. YOU JUST TAKE A LESSON FROM THE PAGE OF JOHN EDWARDS AND STAY ABOVE THE FRAY!

YES, OBAMA, YOU CAN!!!!

Jay   January 23rd, 2008 4:20 pm ET

Km , did Hillary vote for the war in Iraq? Even though she did not read the NIR.

shar   January 23rd, 2008 4:20 pm ET

Does Obama need a tissue? Stop whining and blaming fraud for your loses...suck it up and move on. Who wants a president that is going to whine about someone not playing fair in "his playground"

This is big time... do we want a president who can't rise above a lose and focus on the issues at hand and quit blaming Hilliary & Bill??

I hope American's are thinking long and hard before they make a decision at the voting booth.

Surrealist, Fort Myers, FL   January 23rd, 2008 4:20 pm ET

More campaign covorting–it seems the tit for tat will go on forever.

He's adopting the Clinton's 4-D strategy: deception, divisiveness, diversion, derisiveness........

John Edwards–still holding true to party ideals–still on message-still standing as a role model and shining example of just how a President should handle himself.

Mike   January 23rd, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Well, it sounds way too much like Hillary herself (or one of her campaign people) sat down and wrote that last comment, right "Taylor" ... the ol "he did it too" defense... wink, wink. I'm still waiting for someone to make a spotlight with what they have done themselves, something they are proud of in order to get ahead, not just move the spotlight of negativity onto someone else in order to keep the focus out of thier closet... after all no one expects perfection, just trust... this is no plug for Hillary, Obama, or any one else, just me being fed up I guess

Ayo   January 23rd, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Go for it Barack ...

sunnyday   January 23rd, 2008 4:17 pm ET

BO stop complaining, you won Iowa did she ask for an investigation, grow up and tell us how you will mend this country. Oh give me a break; they talked about her voice crackled like it was a mortal sin and all he does is whine, whine, and whine. What a baby! It's so amazing to me how sexiest CNN is, quite disappointing!

jrm   January 23rd, 2008 4:17 pm ET

MRS CLINTON IS DEFENITLY TRING HARD AT ANY COST THAT SHE’S
LOSING IT AND SHE SEE’S THE TUFF COMPITION WITH OBAMA.

Obama is maintaining his cool under extreme rival pressure taking on both Mr. and Mrs. Clinton, distorting facts, makes Obama look far superior I guess his back ground and experience, in his political and personal life has prepared him to deal with tuff situations and the better choice as a leader for the democratic party.

Mrs Clinton bouts about her record and experience that shows, as she has demonstrated it load and clear in all the TV debates.

The scary part is that she is so good that she seem to be fooling a lot of people
which might be the majority, what a pity.

I think she means well but, How can the people trust a person that distorts facts at any cost to a job. She can counter explain all she wants I see her true colors.

I finely do definitely favor Obama

jrm

Bill   January 23rd, 2008 4:17 pm ET

Time to cast the two spoiled brats aside and embrace John Edwards !

We can still save this thing.

Vote Edwards '08

Ant in Texas   January 23rd, 2008 4:17 pm ET

Well, caring about the people now? That a new one for BILLARY!!! Maybe he should find the truth from all the lies he has told the state of South Carolina. Maybe his wife should be in South Carolina instead of the Super Tuesday states because she has written off South Carolina as a defeat. And what will BILLARY spin in the South Carolina loss, "It was the press that cost BILLARY that primary" Will Hillary ever present her views? Will Hillary ever stand for anything? Will Hillary ever show up for a vote in the Senate? NO, but BILLARY will!!!

I hope Obama can get back on message, about changing this country, uniting the people and moving us forward and away from the dark days of Bush, Clinton, Bush…ashame that I had to include BILLARY in there, but he is sad. Race and gender has been played by BILLARY to drive a wedge between South Carolina, the South and America…They play the gender card, they play the race card and hope America will fall for it. Is Carl Rove now Clinton's brain?

If the people focus on issues and substance, the BILLARY will not win!!! No who is frustrated? Now who looks inexperienced? And he is the former President, my God!!! If BILLARY can not take the heat, get out the kitchen!!! Their inexperience is showing!!! Just because you know your way around the White House, it doesn't count as experience.

These times require real leadership – from Day 1!!!

Obama 08

The Voice of Reason   January 23rd, 2008 4:12 pm ET

Wow, these posts are amazing. If this is how the American people are going to react to mudslinging and trash talking, then I'm awfully depressed about the general election this November. Before it's all said and done, you guys might actually elect Giuiiani or worse... Lou Dobbs. Vote with the issues people, quit acting like children.

Joanne from Florida   January 23rd, 2008 4:11 pm ET

As I have mentioned to several friends and people that I work with, the media seems to be choosing what they report and what they don't report. The media has a bigger soapbox then any ex-President or current Politician could ever have because they have the choice to report on something negative that is happening or report on something good. If they didn't report on what was going on in another state or another country I would never know about it.

More often then not I see them reporting on the negative, which only adds fuel to the fire and keeps the fued going. Everyone needs to grow up and start thinking about the future of this country. No one is innocent in this race because everyone has done something that is questionable. What every citizen must do is research. Research each candidates website, both Republicans and Democrats, and VOTE YOUR CONSCIENCE!!

Gideon   January 23rd, 2008 4:11 pm ET

Mark Cary, NC January 23, 2008 3:21 pm ET

"What a sore loser. This is pathetic. He lost. Move on!"

"...Barack Obama captured more delegates."

Guess that depends on what your definition of "lost" is...

ring   January 23rd, 2008 4:10 pm ET

Bill wants to go back to the white house by all means. it doesn't matter to him evenif by dirty tools, or the party is divided. i don't see a future for this Counrty what so ever. if Hillary is elected, American will see old fight of 90s with Repub. again.

therealist   January 23rd, 2008 4:08 pm ET

"It's not illegal unless they tell you so." -HRC

Priceless!!

Amy   January 23rd, 2008 4:08 pm ET

Don't we already know that Clintons are shameless? The power, not the well fare of people, has always been their ultimate goal. They are fighting for the last chance of salvaging their legacy. They will leave a legacy – the Clintonism, that is, always deny one's own faulty and balme others for worng – in history!

Nik T, Houston, TX   January 23rd, 2008 4:08 pm ET

Whine, whine, baby Obama! Call Clyburn and the Mayor of Atlanta to defend him!! This minor-leaguer has no idea how politics work. Whining is not a sign of a good leader! If you don't agree with the attacks, set them straight, don't whine!

Ryan   January 23rd, 2008 4:07 pm ET

This is not just "crybaby" actions on the part of Obama. Read the reports, these allegations are for some pretty despicable things. If these things actually occurred they really do need to be investigated.

And besides, the post clearly states that Obama is not seeking a review of the result, just the tactics, so he's no sore loser.

Anonymous   January 23rd, 2008 4:03 pm ET

I absolutely love politics but I think this is getting a bit overdone. Look, one of these two people are going to be the democratic nomination. Its unfortunate that the process has come to this. It is surprising, that the Clinton's for so...many years, complained about how they were being treated by the republican party. It would appear that they've learned the strategy well because it is the same strategy used on Mr. Obama. Secondly, it would behoove Mr. Obama, to send his surrogates out to address the attacks that are being levelled against him by the Clintonian machine. Don't win the battle, Mr. Obama (south carolina) only to lose the war (the presidency). Speak of hope and change, your vision for america and for our party. Speak of health care, the economy, Iraq. You cannot lose when you focus on what matters to all Americans. Thank you for you service to this country and go on with the business of making america better.

peggy   January 23rd, 2008 4:01 pm ET

come on ,stop this fighting.show me what you will do for my country.

Maxi   January 23rd, 2008 3:58 pm ET

Anne Amore: Your statment can be turned around. If Obama is not clear enough in his statements, they can certainly be misunderstood (on purpose or not) by foreign leaders and we could end up in another foreign policy disaster. Say what you mean, and mean what you say, and above all BE CLEAR, don't expect people to fill in the blanks or guesstimate what you really mean.

VICTOR @NJ   January 23rd, 2008 3:58 pm ET

OBAMA SUCH A BAD LOOSER.

SO MUCH FOR THE IMAGE OF A UNIFYING CANDIDATE ACROSS POLITICAL LINES. HE CAN'T EVEN UNIFY HIS OWN CAMPAIGN STAFF AFTER HIS POLITICAL DEFEAT BY A WOMAN.

BIG TALKER = BIG LOOSER.

LET'S GET TO THE SUBSTANCE. MR. OBAMA THE AMERICAN PEOPLE NEED CONCRETE SOLUTION OR PROPOSALS TO OUR ECONOMIC, NATIONAL SECURITY & SOCIAL PROBLEMS. ENOUGH OF HOPELESS POLITICAL PROMISES.

IF YOU CONTINUE CRYING THIS WAY TO EVERY PUNCH YOU RECEIVE, HILLARY CLINTON WILL CONTINUE PROVING TO BE THE THOUGH AND EXPERIENCED CANDIDATE OUR COUNTRY NEEDS

not a republican   January 23rd, 2008 3:57 pm ET

I don't want to offend people, but if you heard Obama's statement about Reagan and still think he was praising Reagan's policies, you are simply not understanding what he said. Yes, he did say that the Republicans were the "party of ideas." This means that they were the party with an ideology - a conservative ideology very much in opposition to what the Dems stand for, but you cannot deny that the Republican vision in the past couple of decades has been far more unified and influential than that of the Democrats. Historians will tell you that the Reagan presidency WAS far more transformative that that of Carter or Clinton - this is not praise, but a historical fact . Think about it - Reagan so unpopular with liberals precisely because of what they perceive as the negative impact of his presidency. The Black Plague was also transformative; that doesn't mean that to say so is to praise the Black Death!!!

Please folks, enough with the narrow-minded attacks. Democracy requires an involved, informed citizenry. We all have an obligation to seek the truth about these candidates, and make the most responsible choice. Vote for whomever you think will be the most honest and competent leader. But make that choice based on their records / past performance, not on advertisements. It's propaganda, and you'd be foolish to trust it.

km   January 23rd, 2008 3:57 pm ET

IF YOU WATCHED CNN IN NEVADA YOU CAN SEE THE OBAMA SUPPORTERS TRYING TO STRONG ARM THE OTHERS IN CEASARS PALACE. ALSO, WHY WANT HE ANSWER QUESTIONS? HE NEVER ANSWERED HILLARY OR JOHN AT THE DEBATE WHY HE VOTED PRESENT SO MANY TIMES.

Jason   January 23rd, 2008 3:57 pm ET

#1. Any state that holds a caucus is stupid. Caucuses are stupid, undemocratic, and disenfranchising.

#2. I'm so sick of Barack Obama. Every election he has lots his supporters blame it on fraud. They say New Hampshire was a fraud, and now Nevada. Get over yourselves, its possible for him to lose.

#3. Obama is a hypocrite. He rails on Rudy Giuliani for running on 9/11. All Obama is running on is his 2004 convention speech. That's the only thing he includes in his ads are excerpts from that speech. The man is not qualified.

#4. OBAMA IS NOT KENNEDY. People talked about Kennedy's lack of experience...and he was in Congress for 14 years! That's a lot more than 3 years. And at the age that Kennedy was being a war hero, Obama was doing coke. (oops, I'm gonna get called a racist by obama supporters now because I said that)

#5. I am a lifelong Democrat. If Obama gets the nomination, I refuse to vote for him.

Chris   January 23rd, 2008 3:56 pm ET

I just love how everytime one of these stories pops up, the HRC supporters use that "crybaby" attack against Obama. If he can't "handle" the campaign now, how can he handle the presidency? Well, he IS handling the situation by attacking the Clintons and pointing out their dirty tactics. What is he supposed to do– nothing? That makes absolutely no sense. What really gets me is that I'm sure everyone throwing out these Obama attacks on this board are HRC campaign workers in one of her offices repeating the same attack theme. I would like it if CNN traced the comments to an IP address and found out how many of these comments are from campaign offices.

Dale   January 23rd, 2008 3:56 pm ET

If the complaints are true then Obama isn't whining and the folks saying he is are just hypocrites who are willing to look the other way when laws are broken. What we are seeing is a pattern of abuse, lies and divisiveness from the Clinton campaign that will either sink them in this primary or the Democratic party in the general election. All the GOP will have to do is point out how nasty Hillary has been during our primary to raise Hillary's negatives rating a few more points. Add voter suppression to all the other Clinton baggage the GOP will bring up and Hillary is doomed. Especially if McCain is nominated.

lora jensen   January 23rd, 2008 3:56 pm ET

Sen. Clinton won the Nevada Caucus. Sen. Obama did NOT win more delegates. Delegates are not decided until mid April.

This has been pointed out to you several times and yet you continue to say that Obama won more delegates.

Patch   January 23rd, 2008 3:53 pm ET

Actually, I think this is a good thing to investigate. So long as it makes for better caucuses in the future. The letter even states on page #1 that an investigation isn't intended to call for a change in the Nevada results. Hardly a "crybaby" action.

Upon reading the entire .pdf file, it seems to me that there's a legitimate concern to be reported. It's just unfortunate that it's being done by only one campaign and not by all three leading Democratic campaigns.

Page #6 is particularly awful. Please, people. We're in the same party after all.

"Try to exploit the fact that the culinary union supported Obama over Edwards... target Edwards people."

Disappointing.

Eeeeer!?   January 23rd, 2008 3:52 pm ET

If he'd won Nevada, you can bet your bottom dollar that he wouldn't be making any complaints. In any case what is he whining about? He got more delegates didn't he...? What a cry baby!

J-IA   January 23rd, 2008 3:52 pm ET

Dream version of the Clinton response: "If irregularities occurred at any caucus location by any campaign, it is imperative that those be thoroughly investigated, in order to ensure clean and fair elections nationwide. We will, and certainly expect that the Obama campaign also will be glad to cooperate."

Joe Boston, MA   January 23rd, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Obama get over yourself! You lost in Nevada period. Let's move on. I can't wait for South Carolina to be over so I don't have to hear anymore crap about the race issue.

If anyone should be upset at this point is Edwards...the white guy! He's been put in the background by the media because of race and gender.

Robin   January 23rd, 2008 3:49 pm ET

I agree with Joe. I wrote a comment in support of Hillary and it never got posted, then disappeared. More partisan reporting?

MARY-ANNE   January 23rd, 2008 3:49 pm ET

AS LONG AS THIS COUNRTY WILL GIVE THE CHANCE TO CHEATERS... THERE

WILL BE NO JUSTICE OR EQUITY IN AMERICA.

OBAMA FOR JUSTICE AND EQUITY FOR ALL AMERICANS

OBAMA 08

Greg in OH   January 23rd, 2008 3:49 pm ET

Trever,

It is not whining if it is true. Obama campaign has documentation, where they have the Clinton's actual memos. So he should just ignore someone cheating?

James Brown ( Independent )   January 23rd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

If the Clintons are involved , you can bet that there is illegal activity in the area.

Joey   January 23rd, 2008 3:48 pm ET

very SAD on Obama's part. Hillary 08

Ryan   January 23rd, 2008 3:46 pm ET

We can say the Clintons are "going insane".........who is going to stop this?
This is only benefit the Republican party .
Can someone in the Democratic party stop all this lies? Enough is enough.

JR   January 23rd, 2008 3:45 pm ET

Hey bd, I am Hispanic and YES I brought my family already, but let me tell you I am not competing for African American jobs, I am taking white american jobs, in seven years here, I am already a medical doctor, now tell me what is the excuse for those that were born here (black or whites) not to do it?

Demfan   January 23rd, 2008 3:45 pm ET

I am dumbfounded by the many charges by Obama of unfair distortions of his words. My husband and I listened very closely and we heard exactly what Bill Clinton said. Obama is deliberately trying to take unfair advantage of race because he knows very well that none of the commentators are going to take the side of the Clintons(they NEVER do) over an African- American candidate.

Actually Obama is the Eddie Haskell of the 2008 campaign; he says things like "we haven't had any new ideas in the past 15 years" and he knows very well that Bill Clinton will be defensive of the Clinton record. Then Obama comes back with the equivalent of "What- what did I say??" in fact I find his feigned innocence to be incendiary and completely unnecessary- we are supposed to be admirers of Pres. Clinton and his wonderful record. Obama seems to imply that it is not Bush, but CLINTON, that we need to change. I would be thrilled to have Bill and his policies back again-we thrived as a family under his leadership!

The racism charge is that the commentators and pundits refuse to speak against Obama no matter what he says or does.

Anne Amore   January 23rd, 2008 3:44 pm ET

If Hillary Clinton is not open-minded enough to interpret Barack Obama's comments how will she ever be able to decipher the language of foreign leaders....We will end up with another foreign policy disaster.
The candidates have got to stay on track with the issues, plans and solutions if they want to hold the interest of the voting public.
Someone please make them stop the bantering!!!

Jeff   January 23rd, 2008 3:44 pm ET

Is Bill running again? With the Clinon camp slash & burn tactics, one would think so! When will Hilliary break out her saxophone?

Art H   January 23rd, 2008 3:42 pm ET

I think Obama and his campaign should move on. They lost Nevada, fair and square. Continuing to dwell on it, will promote the image of a sore loser.

FromHawaii   January 23rd, 2008 3:42 pm ET

I find the Clinton campaign tactics to be appalling. The concept of determining the best person to represent the country should not be based on the use of manipulation, distortion and trickery, but on honesty, integrity and capability. From what I’ve seen so far, it seems very clear that Senator Clinton uses tactics which I find to be reprehensible. Take sound bites out of contexts and playing them to mean something totally different has nothing to do with “setting the record straight”. It was very obvious that Senator Obama’s interview regarding the Republican ideas pertained to the unification of people through ideas that moved people from one party to another. My greatest concern is that the use of these tactics sometimes seems to be the “only way to win” which will cause the winner to be someone of poor ethics and character simply because they are of poor ethics and character and not the great leader that we are seeking.

lavelle Rochester,ny   January 23rd, 2008 3:41 pm ET

“The reality is that the Sen. Obama's allies engaged in intimidation and strong-arm tactics against our supporters at their workplaces and at caucus sites. And they ran outrageous, false and offensive ads against Sen. Clinton,” Clinton campaign spokesman Phil Singer said in response to Bauer’s complaint.

^^^^HMMMMM WAS THAT BEFORE OR AFTER YOU CLOSED THE DOORS EARLY?????

Trever   January 23rd, 2008 3:41 pm ET

The Obama whining has got to end. He is playing just as dirty. That ad on the Latino Radio Station in Nevada was just as low as anything that Hillary's campaign has done. So his complaints fall on deaf ears.

I thought he was tougher than this. I want a candidate that can handle these kind of tactics because the national campaign for President is going to be even more difficult.

The whining has to stop. He looks weak.

Benjamin   January 23rd, 2008 3:41 pm ET

I agree with Debbie, if Hillary is the Democratic nominee, I am voting Republican. I hope Hillary understands, without the African-American vote she is doomed. We have already began organizing heavily. So if she wins the nomination, the African-American community will respond. I suggest Bill Clinton watch what he say and do. The state of South Carolina is causing Hillary to really buckle under pressure. We have a great candidate for president.

Barack Obama 2008

Joy Greer SC   January 23rd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

Hey, here’s an idea. American Gladiators is back on. Maybe these two can fight it like adults instead of spoiled little brats!

Denis, NJ   January 23rd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

This war between Clinton and Obama is all that's happening on their campaign trail, it seems. What happened to debating the issues?

Neither one of them can stay above the fray.

Edwards all the way!

David   January 23rd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

IF THE RULES ARE THE DOORS CLOSE AT 12 AND THE CLINTONS TELL EVERYONE TO CLOSE THE DOOR AT 1130,

THIS IS ELECTION FRAUD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ANOTHER WATERGATE!!!!!!!!

lavelle Rochester,ny   January 23rd, 2008 3:40 pm ET

January 23, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Man look. Knock it off! His side won the court case (he enjoyed the decision) and now he wants to cry foul. Please….if you cannot stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.

Look Sherry Bill stood there with his fat red face accusing Obama of doing the very same thing they were already planning and doing! It was a set up and the Clinton campaign refused to comment on what they or HE said the Obama campaign were doing. And they were also responsible for the complaint regarding the Caucus sites and now this! So now the King and Queen of Scandal can spin and sit there and look innocent?? Please there supporters are slow, naive and have short term memory. The Clintons are no better then the Bush administration, they will do anything to get into office. Plus this article was written to make Obama look bad anyway so please fall back and support your corrupt leader. If she wins everything will come to light and I hope you remain proud of your choice.

Just because she's a woman does not mean she doesnt have a crooked bone in her body. HillBilly are only married for there agenda and thats to continue this dynasty! smarten up and wake up people we are all getting stepped on including you sherry your just naive to see it!

Mike   January 23rd, 2008 3:39 pm ET

If you weren't there, you can't comment. I hope they do an investigation, and tell the public the truth, whichever was wrong. Voter obstruction is serious, it cost John Kerry the presidency in Ohio, remember???

Ron   January 23rd, 2008 3:39 pm ET

I'm not sure why none of the Democratic candidates who are supporting healthcare reform are not supporting the repeal of the portion or ERISA that allows insurance companies very limited liability when they are denied benefits.

For example, if your insurance company covers people nationally, then if you are denied care and you are injured as a result of that care, ERISA only allows damages that are based on the cost of the procedure and no punitive damages.

Everyone should be really concerned because insurance companies can continue to get away with denying care.

Does it Matter?   January 23rd, 2008 3:38 pm ET

Any update on the Dennis Kusinich recount request in New Hampshire? I heard he paid the $2,000 fee to make it happen.

Truth Squad   January 23rd, 2008 3:38 pm ET

lets see what the parties leaders have to say about this....we might as well start policing these debates now, because the republicans are going to come at it worse than the clintons. I think this is a GOOD developement

Julie, Binghamton, NY   January 23rd, 2008 3:38 pm ET

Apparently these allegations deal with Hillary supporters, not her. They say that her supporters did this so Hillary made them do it. Twisting?

First, it's the chair's responsibility to keep doors open. Second, even if they did close the doors early, that means her voters couldn't get in either- so how does this help her?

Cindy   January 23rd, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Same way that the Obama machine play dirty tricks as well.
How come Obama always right and Hillary always wrong? just get over it I'm just hoping that Obama is not elected for the same of this country and the american peoples.

A Texan   January 23rd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

All allegations should be investigated.
Our democracy is at stake and ALL Americans should stand up for fairness in ALL elections, primaries, and caucuses. I believe that the Obama campaign is not being petty but they are doing what they can so that it does not happen again in the future.

Obama '08

Bukky   January 23rd, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Its stupid to say he filed a complaint because he didnt with (HE GOT MORE DELEGATE... HE WON).... tyring to make sure Hillary didnt cheat or try to cheat is what he is supposed to do.

If she feels like she got a way with it in neveda she will try it any and everywhere else. the complaint just shines a light on it and says..."don't think we (obama's campaign) isnt paying attention.

He went through the proper process to file a complaint because he felt there was merit. If Hillary feels they same way then she should file.

WE SHOULD BE WELL PAST THE DAYS OF LETTING PPL STEAL ELECTIONS!

Joe   January 23rd, 2008 3:34 pm ET

CNN: Could you let those of us whose postings you fail to submit know why and if it is an attempt by you to keep the topics one-sided? Why ask for comments you don't post?

What happened in Iowa happened in Nevada. This is just more sour grapes because with even the big union endorsement Obama received in Nevada he still failed to deliver a win.

Diane Sawyer asked Obama about Tony Rezko today and Obama quickly jumped to another subject. Are the going to file a complaint with ABC News now against Diane Sawyer?

Why is Obama afraid of questions?

Maxi   January 23rd, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Obama, if you are really the uniter you say you are, please stop the madness. Unless you can in all honesty say that your campaign is above board at all times, which, as per Tyler above, is unlikely.

Hillary, please stop the madness. Stick to the issues, where you have a real advantage.

martin curavuer   January 23rd, 2008 3:33 pm ET

The Clintons thirst for Power is endless! Imagine them in the White House!!
God Help, America!!

winner   January 23rd, 2008 3:33 pm ET

obama needs to stop whining. this is no way to win against the republican. this is how kerry,tom dashel,and the rest of the losers lost.goody 2 shoes.politics is a fight for nomination or election you have to fight for it.this is how bush won and now they want to tell dems about being civil. hellow hillary keep fighting for your stand

DoM   January 23rd, 2008 3:31 pm ET

How do you think the Clintons won the Latino vote?

d   January 23rd, 2008 3:31 pm ET

From what I read, it was only one more delegate. Big deal. He's going to lose big time during Super Tuesday !

bd   January 23rd, 2008 3:28 pm ET

As we have seen the results in NV , the Hispanic minority is increasing way faster than the African Americans. The Democratic Party’s plan to further increase the Hispanic’s voting clout by legalizing at least another 12 million will compound the problem for African Americans. Those newly legalized Hispanics will also be allowed to bring all their family members to the U.S. and will directly compete for jobs with African Americans.

Democrat in NY   January 23rd, 2008 3:27 pm ET

Take on the Corrupt Clinton Machinery Obama. The whites, Blacks, Latinos, Asians et all are proud of you. You are the voice of the people of USA!

J, Ca   January 23rd, 2008 3:26 pm ET

This is final nail of Obama's coffin.
Complain against his own party?
What was he thinking?

Obama 08   January 23rd, 2008 3:25 pm ET

When will the New Hampshire recount be published?? This needs to be done before Feb 5th in my opinion.

Rick   January 23rd, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Has anybody else noticed that no matter what Obama throws at Hillary, she ends up turning it around on him ten fold?

I thought I'd mention that because these next couple of days are not going to be pretty.

Taylor   January 23rd, 2008 3:22 pm ET

As someone who participated in the Iowa Caucus, I can tell you the exact same things that the Obama campaign is accusing the Clinton campaign of, happend with his supporters and staff members. But I caucused for Edwards so I really didn't care.

jake   January 23rd, 2008 3:22 pm ET

oh boy..it is getting really petty and childish.

David, Gilbert Arizona   January 23rd, 2008 3:21 pm ET

All I can say is wow! Will it never end between these two? It's like watching two kids fight in the grade school playground. Obama has just gone and told on Hillary to the teacher.

I'm feeling better and better about our new upcoming republican president.

Mark Cary, NC   January 23rd, 2008 3:21 pm ET

What a sore loser. This is pathetic. He lost. Move on!

Steve   January 23rd, 2008 3:21 pm ET

This is how you deal with suspected election tampering. You don't have your husband go cry to the media.

Dewey   January 23rd, 2008 3:20 pm ET

WOW! Hillary is outdoing even Karl "Dr. Evil" Rove these days. What won't this woman stoop to in order to win?? Any shred of decency that was left has apparently escaped the Clinton family. Is Hillary going to be saying "I did not have sexual relations with that woman" in 3 years? Or perhaps "what is the meaning of "is"?"

Darren   January 23rd, 2008 3:20 pm ET

His whining is never going to stop. The campaign just gets longer every day. All camps are sending out garbage. Get over it.

Eye Opener   January 23rd, 2008 3:20 pm ET

This is a sad, sad commentrary on the state of affairs of the Democratic Party. Keep dong so and we will hand the next election to the Republicans.

Ada   January 23rd, 2008 3:20 pm ET

I am glad to see the Obama campaign standing up. I like to support a fighter, not a loser. Obama will continue to receive my support, as far he make it clear that he is a fighter, and not a loser. By the way, I do not find it interesting for Obama to always come out to defend himself. Make your opponents defend themselves too. They have more scandals than you.

Greg in OH   January 23rd, 2008 3:19 pm ET

The fact is if Bill Clinton says there was "strong-arming" going and he saw it, why did the camera crew folllowing him around 24/7 catch it on tape? Is this not a valid question?

Do you (as the Clinton campaign) put out there the other is going to cheat in case you are discovered to discredit the valid claims?

Thomas, NV   January 23rd, 2008 3:19 pm ET

I think it's important to note that Obama is not contesting the loss, but is standing up for the rights of voters in Nevada. While we didn't experience many abnormalities at our precinct, we did notice that the Clinton camp encouraged their supporters to fill out preference cards well before the doors had closed and the official total count had been conducted, which is a clear infraction on the voting process. There were several other minor infractions, but they do add up. While I don't think that they had an affect on the overall outcome of the caucus, the goal is to preserve the rights of voters at all costs, and to respect the rules of the caucus. Just because you don't agree with the caucus Hillary, does not mean that you can encourage your supporters to break the rules.

Trannon   January 23rd, 2008 3:18 pm ET

We don't need this right now, Obama.

Stop trying to destroy the party!

Trannon   January 23rd, 2008 3:17 pm ET

We don't need this right now, Obama.

Robyn   January 23rd, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Oh, he really is desperate and looking again like a very sore loser. Because his "rough and tumble Chicago politics" have not worked, I guess this perpetual whining and complaining about the Clintons is the only tactic he has left. Upon reading the Las Vegas Sun accounts of union intimidation, it seemed to me that charges could easily be made by Hillary against Obama's supporters. And what about that nasty radio ad calling her a "disgrace?" What do John Kerry and tom Daschle think about that?

Unfortunately Sen. Obama has done a poor job of showing the American people why he should be president. This alone is the reason he is losing.

James springfield mo   January 23rd, 2008 3:16 pm ET

whaa whaa.

Debbie, California   January 23rd, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Clinton machine playing very dirty. I don't blame the Obama campaign one bit. Everyone- think we have a problem with the Bush administration? Imagine if these liars got into the White House. I am absolutely sickened by this. If Hillary is the democratic nominee, I will vote republican.

OBAMA 2008!!!!

Sherry   January 23rd, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Man look. Knock it off! His side won the court case (he enjoyed the decision) and now he wants to cry foul. Please....if you cannot stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.

Truth Squad   January 23rd, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Lets get to the bottom of this fiasco and be done with it people!

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