January 24, 2008
Posted: 02:25 PM ET
Clinton's campaign has pulled a negative radio ad in South Carolina.
Clinton's campaign has pulled a negative radio ad in South Carolina.

(CNN) – Just 24 hours after it was launched, Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign pulled a South Carolina radio ad that targets Barack Obama for his recent comments on the Republican Party.

The ad highlights Obama's recent interview with a Nevada newspaper in which he said, "The Republicans were the party of ideas for a pretty long chunk of time there over the last 10, 15 years.”

"Really? Aren’t those the ideas that got us into the economic mess we’re in today? Ideas like special tax breaks for Wall Street," the ad's narrator asked. "Running up a $9 trillion debt. Refusing to raise the minimum wage or deal with the housing crisis. Are those the ideas Barack Obama’s talking about?"

The ad immediately drew sharp criticism from the Illinois senator's campaign. Obama spokesman Bill Burton denounced the spot as a "negative, dishonest attack," and later said they were planning on running a response ad that said Clinton "will say anything to get elected."

Clinton's campaign maintained its ad was "straightforward."

Clinton's South Carolina spokesman did not provide a reason why the ad was pulled, saying only, "we are on schedule with our "Closer" ads starting."

UPDATE: Clinton's campaign has announced the release of a new radio ad, called "Closer," that features Bill Clinton touting his wife's ability to battle the country's economic problems.

– CNN's Peter Hamby and Alex Mooney

Filed under: Barack Obama • Hillary Clinton • South Carolina


tom unsworth   January 26th, 2008 8:35 pm ET

I think your cverage of the democratic primary was lousy. On a night that should
belong to the winner you spent a lot of time on bill clinton in Missour, He is NOT
running for President. It seems to me you want a Clinton President.

1-26-08
Tom Unsworth

anniesmiles   January 26th, 2008 2:26 am ET

just a few words….Rezko…slumlord. I knew that individual and did five hours of work for him….sure…(cough)

Denise, Phoenix, AZ   January 25th, 2008 7:55 pm ET

Every time Bill moves up (Gov of Arkansas), Hillary moves up with him (Attorney General of Arkansas). Bill moves up again (President of the US); Hillary moves up with him (US Senate). See the pattern, women?

I want to hear Hillary discuss her plans — in detail — for fixing the many ills we face. I don't want to hear her slinging mud (abortion just to get the female vote, when it's not an issue here). It's a waste of time, money, and effort! Re: healthcare, she still does not understand insureds vs. uninsureds, nor why the numbers are at 47 million. She still needs something of truth and relevance to criticize Obama on!

Consider what America got with the first Clinton co-Presidency:

• Abuse of the powers of the office of the President
• Granting Presidential pardons to buy Hillary's election to the Senate. As a woman who made it on my own, Hillary's need to ride Bill's coattails and her sense of entitlement (as in "it's my turn and Obama should wait his turn") makes me doubt her capabilities.
• Hillary's long-suffering marriage to Bill, enabling a lifetime of sexual trysts and trying to contain the Bimbo eruptions, gives me a President without the backbone to stand up to a man. Hillary claims to be tough enough to play with the boys when, in fact, she is unable to leave a cheating husband. How will she stand up to other male leaders who see this in "Mrs." Clinton and walk all over her?
• Being married to a former President does not make one qualified to be President.
Hillary has less experience in elected office than Barack. She's held elected office for one Senate term plus one year and has introduced no major legislation during that time. She showed us in the interview about Pakistani elections the extent of her foreign policy experience–she did not know what office the election was for or who was on the ballot! Is this the kind of experience we want in the Oval Office?

I am not a "Hillary hater;" I am an America lover. Please consider very carefully which candidate the Democratic Party puts on the ballot. The future of this country absolutely depends on it.

GaryO Virginia Beach   January 25th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

Nothing said in the ad was untrue. Obama's purpose from the outset of the Reno newspaper interview was to disparage Bill Clinton's term in office. In the process, he praised Reagan. Yes, the Reagan Republicans were a party of ideas, bad ideas. And the ad merely pointed out how ironic and WRONG it was for Obama to have praised the Republican party for its bad ideas.

I liked the ad. It made a valid point. I hope the Clintons follow it up with something really effective in convincing Democrats to do the right thing.

VOTE FOR HILLARY ! !

Lynn   January 25th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

Matt - Spoken like someone who knows what he is talking about! I used to be a Clinton supporter, both Bill and Hillary. Then I went to see her speak here in Iowa. I was not impressed. My first thought when she was done was "Wow…she sounds like a typical politician". I went to several political gatherings. Obama was the only one who spoke with intelligence, clarity, and, yes, hope. People need to stop letting the ads make their decisions. They need to truly do the work to find out what candidate represents them.

c martin   January 25th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Too bad about the Billary Machine….it look like it has needs to be replace.

Steve   January 25th, 2008 11:43 am ET

That ad already said things you cannot take back Hillary. What good is pulling it going to do, except save you money? Very dirty campaigning on Hillary's part. If she gets the nomination, I am voting for the other guy with integrity: McCain.

Katherine   January 25th, 2008 4:21 am ET

Do the majority of the people who post bother to read more than one article? I have, in the last hour or so, seen this on three different sites, and those other sites had analysis on what this might or might not mean in terms of political strategy.

And if you did read the entire article, although as I said, I have the advantage of more than one source of material, they also did mention that the Obamba campaign was launching an 'attack ad' of their own. This, I doubt, will be pulled soon.

Matt   January 25th, 2008 3:23 am ET

To the person who thinks all the Obama supporters are myspace addicts, that is not the case. I'm 55 white male, married, two kids, engineer, and am an avid Obama supporter, and an avid anti-clintonite. Here's one reason why:

On one occasion, Senator Clinton was asked would she prefer baseball team A win the series (I don't follow baseball and don't remember the team names), or baseball team B win. There were 3 possible honest answers. She could have said she was for team A, or team B, or that she didn't give a hang about baseball.

She wouldn't give an answer. Perhaps she felt answering A or B would have risked losing supporters from the opposing team (why would her supporters drop her if she didn't cheer a particular baseball team). The most likely thin is she doesn't much follow baseball. But if she said that, perhaps she felt all baseball fans would view her with disdain and vote. Is that the kind of support she thinks she has, that her views on baseball could lose supporters? Or perhaps she thought it would be unmanly to admit not caring about baseball.

But, if she can't give a straight answer about something as trivial as baseball, why do people think she gives straight answers about anything else? I've never seen her give a straight answer about anything deep. My feeling is that she and her husband are take no prisoners, kill your own mother to win an election and power.

On NPR (not considered a right wing news organization), a woman from South America who was thrown into a hole full of bodies, with the knowledge of U.S. diplomates, once had someone mention the situation down there to Hillary Clinton. Her response was, "How many voters are down there."

But just watch her, talk over the other candidates. I suppose some people think that's leadership, getting your point across. It's been my experience that people that argue and start talking louder and over and at the same time other people are trying to get there points in or have their say leads to irrational arguments where the loud obnoxious one thinks he/she is the winner and the others think, "what's the point of this conversatio? With Clinton, it's always that way. She's got her lines and her accent appropriate to the state she's campaigning in, and that's that.

Now, her crying game. Were those sincere tears when she was in the New Hampshire coffee house. Yes they were. But they weren't because she cared about "the wrong direction this country is heading," although that's what she was saying. The answer was automatic. At the time, she had lost Iowa, and that she was going to lose N.H. Those tears were her coming to grips with the idea that she might not be President after all. Why don't people see that? How do we let people like Clinton and Bush for the conniving liars they are? Bush did the same thing to McCain in 2000. And we Americans vote these lying people in. Why are we so stupid?

One more thing. Senator Clinton spent almost a year in Iowa telling us our folksy caucus system was the greatest thing since penut butter. Then she loses and heads for N.H., where she promptly says, "The system here in N.H. is much more democratic and fair" (that was a paraphrase. In other words, she'll pander to whoever she's talking at at any particular time.

Would it be good to have a woman president? Yes, provided the woman is good. I have a smart daughter who I want the best for, who might someday be president herself, and if I thought voting for Senator Clinton would do my daughter good, I'd vote for Clinton. But the only person that has anything to gain by Senator Clinton being the first woman president is Hillary Clinton. If she becomes president, then we the people become suckers.

Fin'

Santa Cruz   January 25th, 2008 2:04 am ET

I guess people are not realizing that Obama had ads that were aimed to ask Republicans to switch to Democrat for the Nevada Caucuses and then switch back to Republican for the Primaries. That is not ethical.

Bev   January 24th, 2008 11:37 pm ET

Slanderous, Slanderous Slanderous.

The Clinton campaign misrepresents the truth and slanders Obama and then accuses him of doing it. Haven't you had enough misrepresentation of facts, and twisting of the facts from the Administration in Washington. Do we have to listen to it from the Clintons also?

Who's record is Hillary Runnning on, her own or President Bill Clintons.? Or is it President Bill Clinton who is running for the nomination? Today is a different world than it was when Bill Clinton was the President in Office and he was no HONEST ABE.

Kay   January 24th, 2008 11:30 pm ET

Bill "Machiavelli" Clinton has one heck of a nerve claiming credit for jobs and wealth created in the nineties. Methinks that a different Bill, the Gates variety, and his intellectual hi-tech buddies might have had more to do with it. If I wasn’t so worried about the Republicans getting re-elected I would have kept quiet, but Hillary is a gift to those guys!

PS. I am a Barack-supporting, middle-aged, caucasian woman of Scottish descent!

dee   January 24th, 2008 11:05 pm ET

Hope gives us a vision of a Life

Fear makes us believe life was not bad, although my wages increased less that the cost of living for the past 20 years.

ABC '08   January 24th, 2008 11:04 pm ET

Putting the same people in power and expecting a different results is ridicules!

Beverly Jackson   January 24th, 2008 11:02 pm ET

I agree with you Matt. It is so sad. We Americans say we are ready for change and we want to get away from the same old politics and by golly, we are embracing the same old politics. George Bush would be so proud of how the Clintons are running their campaign. Bush divided America between Republicans and Democrats but the Clintons have divided the Democrats between race (black vs. white vs latino) and gender . How hypocrital of us to want Iraq to embrace democracy and we still (after all these years cannot exercise a democratic process) without injecting cheap racial and gender crap and selfish underhandedness to halt our democratic process. I know the Republicans are rejoicing. Obama tried to pull all the parties together. I applaud him for even mentioning during his campaign a positive remark toward a Republican. This shows he is ready to stop the Washington bickering and get the good ideas and input from all parties and move forward with solutions. Apparently, the Clintons want to continue with the party divide and bickering. And apparently, America is still wanting the same so it appears we will get what we asked for - again. I have always been a strong Democrat supporter and a strong supporter of Bill Clinton but right now, the Republicans are looking like the wise party. What a pity. Howard Dean really did not do his job and allowed the Clintons to tear the Democratic party to pieces. Bill Clinton even had the nerve to say he like to see Hillary and Obama fighting. This is serious business and he has made it into a bloody cock fight. How primitive could anyone get. I agree with the man on the news today, it seems what us Democrats need to do in November is not vote at all

Sasha   January 24th, 2008 10:56 pm ET

It isn't strange to me that the republicans want nice with Obama, they want JOBS if he is elected and they believe Obama will give them a position. Because strangely enough, Obama is making nice with the republicans as well. They KNOW Hillary wouldn't. lol

dg   January 24th, 2008 10:51 pm ET

Obama does not like it much when he seems to be on the losing side. I think Hillary is a much stronger candidate than Obama, but the press seems to be protecting Obama. They don't seem to care at all what they say about Hillary. A little gender discriminating I believe. It seems that if anything is said by either Clinton that may perceive Obama's record as tainted then the press or Obama turns it out as if the Clintons are racist or they will say anything to get elected. It is getting kind of old. This is the land of free speech. There has to be some way for the Americans to know the positives and negatives of each candidate. There has to be a way of letting the people know what facts are about these candidates records and not just the rhetoric. If the Democrats wants the best person to go up against the Republicans than they need to know all the facts before making that decision. It is nice to see that Hillary started trying to set the record straight. Trust me if the Democrats do not expose this information the Republicans most certainly will when they face their challenger. It seems interesting that the attack ads only became an issue when they affected Obama's questionable rhetoric .

not a hillary fan   January 24th, 2008 10:41 pm ET

I am voting for Mccain but, you lovers of Hillary please goggle Clintons Scandals…you will be shocked…Obama is nothing like them but, i think he needs more experience.

Pokerface   January 24th, 2008 10:27 pm ET

Listening to the Republican debate….they haven't mentioned Obama's name…just Hillary…boy they are pouncing on her and distorting her views like your wouldn't believe!!!….Sort of like what Obama has been doing to her…..

Time for the Clinton Dynasty to end   January 24th, 2008 10:07 pm ET

I don't think America is ready for the Bush-Clinton-Bush-Clinton dynasty to continue. I think it is pathetic that Hilary is using her husband to score points for her.

If she can't run an honest and fair campaign then there is no way she would make it as a honest and fair president.

Haven't we learned from the Bushes? Agression + Lies = Disaster

joe   January 24th, 2008 9:58 pm ET

The question to democratic voters is do you want a sugarless cry baby against the GOP bad-mean machine in the fall or you want the person who is tough, smart, on issues who have weathered the GOP attacks in the past and who learnt from her wounds?

I prefer the tough lady over the sugarless cry obaby. Obama, please don't be a cry baby. The GOP machine has cry baby like Obama for breakfast. Politics are never about fair. It is about toughness, about ready to fight for what you believe. Not wishy-washy candidate who tries to evoke every popular candidate of present and past as his trait but offer no concrete ideas or issues. Obama contrasts his life experience from other candidates, he was growing poor, refusing to cash in, work for the poor. But Chicago newspaper reported, Obama had a long friendship with Chicago developer [remind me of the movie "The Departed"]who gave hundreds of thousands to political career, in return he recommended contracts to the firms owned his friend and benefactor worth millions while many of those housing became a slum. Obama said he did not, the condition of those housing in his own senate district. What a surprise, this guy tells people that he fought for the poor all his life but funny thing he did not know the condition of these housing own by his long time friend of 15 years in his own districk that represented?
He tells that he is the new candidate of highest ethical standard but in 2005, he bought land from his friend, the chicago developer while he was under investigation, and Obam bought his mansion for 1.6 mil, reportedly 300 thousands below the market price. Wow, I did not know that working for the poor was that lucrative, and on state senator salary, you can afford a mansion 1.6 mil? Just the heating bill alone probably costs one thousand a month for the house that big. If he failed to get the nomination which I hope. Obama can cash in by writing a book on how to pick rick generous friend who willing to give millions.
Maybe it is just me, most of my friends are a bunch of cheap skate unlike Obama friends.
joe

Sasha   January 24th, 2008 9:51 pm ET

Obama's talk about "Change" reminds me of a time when we were told that Saddam Heussein had WMD…
We believed it, it was false, and now look at the mess we're in?

I'm sorry but what Obama has to offer is well-intended I am sure. His talk has the right intentions but exactly how is he going to fix everything? When he is asked, he has no clear answer, it's all scattered….his only response is to attack Hillary.

Let's be realistic please!!

And him saying he is willing to "work with" the republicans… Exactly HOW will he and how will it affect hmmm let me see the MAJORITY of the population that is getting poorer and poorer by the minute???

Too perfect, too scary… Reminds me of when our current President stood in front of the world with the "Mission Accomplished" banner flying over his head. We were fooled too many times,enough already!!!!

Who is he going to blame once he is in office?? Us, the People?!

We don't need that, sorry Obama

A. Risner/KY   January 24th, 2008 9:51 pm ET

I am convinced the media will do everything in their power to make sure Hillary Clinton doesn't win. Not only will she be fighting attacks from Obama, which she can't even defend herself from without being criticized, she will also be answering the same questions in the media over and over.

Bill Clinton is great for Hillary. By voting for her, you get the advantage of both; one of the smartest presidents we've ever had, but also a very intelligent woman who has shown her strength and ability to lead.

There is no question Obama is a good speaker. He can motivate people and that's excellent if this was a speaking contest. It's much more than that. It's the future of all of us and I for one have no problem voting for Hillary Clinton.

Lastly, she has the right to defend herself and expect the media to report the facts. She also has to right to defend her record and expect others to do the same. As far as intelligence and ability…it's not even close.

Jo   January 24th, 2008 9:46 pm ET

Free speech is still supposed to be responsible speech, and televison networks that say they have responsible reporting do not deliberatly use semantics to create negative images for the purpose of swaying an election or "tar and feathering" a candidate.

Oh , yes! The press did not give us Freedom of Speech, the Bill of Rights and the U.S. Constitution did. I have the right to say this on this blog, and I did.

Joyce, Texas   January 24th, 2008 9:27 pm ET

I have been a supporter of Hillary, and I "think" I still am. However, should Obama be selected the candidate, I could support him gladly. I had hoped that either of the two would make a good choice for our country and would help us turn our current situation around. Heaven knows we need it.

It distresses me a great deal, however, the manner in which the Democratic campaign is headed and all the mud slinging and name calling. For what? Nothing good will come of it! When Hillary and Bill start, it only makes me want to vote for Obama all the more. Come on Clintons! We are sick of this kind of rhetoric!

If you want to win, stop playing to the media and giving them what they want. You know how they love to twist the simplistic of things and both of you are giving them far more than they need to go after your campaign. Obama is not a bad guy so stop the negative ads, stop the name calling and come up with the best plan for America and we will vote for you hands down!

And as many have already stated, the Republicans are loving the fighting and name calling. And how do you think any of you will ever be able to truly "work together to bring about change" if this is the way you run your campaign???

Franklin   January 24th, 2008 9:17 pm ET

I agree, Hillary and Bill have distorted the facts and have no business being in this election anymore

1Woman4Change, Texas   January 24th, 2008 9:06 pm ET

I am a 50+ year old, lifetime Democrat. I voted for Bill Clinton twice and was a very BIG Clinton supporter. For years, I had heard about Hillary being polorizing, but refused to buy it. Up until last summer, I had planned to even vote for her. I thank God for opening my eyes to this woman and the Clinton's. Without a shadow of a doubt, I will never, ever vote for anything Clinton. In my view she is dishonest and has ran a campaign full of distortions and without credibility. If African Americans feel these people are their "friends", I'd say…. Go find some new ones! The Clintons should be ashamed of themselves and the "Carl Rove" like campaign tactics that they are using. What would Senator Obama have to gain by playing the race card? Absolutely nothing! But, Bill & Hillary would certainly gain by using the same sort of reverse policital tactics the Republicans used in the '50's. Bill Clinton's calling Obama's campaign a "fairly tale" was offensive and he knew exactly what he was doing. Prior to being a transplanted senator from NY, Hillary was the wife of an unfaithful husband who was impeached for lying. Yes, Obama does seem to have a very smart and supportive wife. But, I haven't seen her lower herself to the levels of Bill Clinton and I haven't seen her discredit Hillary's character. I believe that she is faithful and honest. What can Hillary say about Bill? And, why on earth would someone allow a woman who was unable to run her own house run the White House? I'm sorry…… I don't want 2 for the price of 1! I am sick and tired of the Clintons and their same old slime politics. Hillary is a democrat Dubya from the state of Ark/NY. I said it earlier, Hillary and anything named Clinton will never, ever get my vote. I'm finished w/ them…… I wish they'd go home (wherever it really is) and learn how to treat others as they wish to be treated. It's time that they give honesty and respect a try.

Vote for real honesty, intregity, respect and change that only one man in this race can give0— Vote Barack Obama for President!

Kevin   January 24th, 2008 9:03 pm ET

Wake up people! If you can not see that Obama was pandering to the California independents and republicans when he was praising the republicans for their ideas then we do have a problem in this country and its not only our leaders but its also the people who cain't objectivily figure out the real politics in this situation. Of course Hillary should point this out and so should Obama if Hillary had said the same. My question is where does Obama Really stand on issues? Obama's been all over the board on several issues. Its easy to make remarks but never define them just like the republican ideas remark why did he not say he thought they were bad ideas. Because he was pandering!!!!!

Nicholas   January 24th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

If the ad didn't say "I'm Hillary Clinton and I support this message" at the end I would of thought that Rove was back and we were in the general election, I am ashamed at the lengths that the Clinton Attack Machine would go to twist the words of a fellow Democrat.
This attack was dirty, we do need a new vision for America, that is what Raegan gave to the republicans and what Obama can do for America.

Obama 08

Ash   January 24th, 2008 9:00 pm ET

It is ironic that:

1. HIlary claims to have 35 years of experience (25 per Chelsea!), in which she takes credit for her husband's white house years as if she was the one elected!
2. Yet it took a beating in Iowa for her, after 35 years, to have finally "found her own voice" and start shaking hands with voters and do Q&A sessions - things every other mortal politician and public servant does from day one.
3. If she is so ready to lead, why did it take her 35 years to find her voice?? The woman can't even find her own voice, with everything else going on in her head - how can she lead the free world? Oh i see - Bill will tell her what to do!

There's a giant step fwd for all women! I am actually amazed that to date, neither obama nor any of the other candidates have questioned her claim to "having the most experience" all along, beyond Dodd, Biden, and Richardson, whose resumes put hers to shame. Futher, prior "Experience" in the white house is not a prerequisite for the presidency - rather, its the opposite. If that was the case, we would always live in a dynastical political environment, not a true democracy.

She is shamelessly riding her hubby's coattails into the nomination and may be into the white house, all the while lying about and mudslinging her perfectly capable opponents and claiming to represent a vindication for women, I don't see why any women, black/white or whatver, find that appealing or a validation of any sort for women in general.

Micahel Guinn, Ventura, CA   January 24th, 2008 8:59 pm ET

I am a die-hard Obama supporter- and I think all this in-fighting is destroying our chances in November. Hopefully, all this republican-like hate mongering will end SOON! Enough!

Timmy   January 24th, 2008 8:59 pm ET

How dare you compare Barrack Obama to GW, that's an outrage

Gary   January 24th, 2008 8:58 pm ET

I'm from Illinois and Obama has't come through on any of his so called promises. All he done is vote present. Take trips and write hisbook I don't think he really knows what going on. Just reading word in front of him.

MARIETTA,GA   January 24th, 2008 8:57 pm ET

oh my oh my,what have we here,have we ever heard of looking before leaping?george bush send colin powell to the un to make a fool of himself,because powell trust him,are we going to trust the clintons after all the yarn that they have spun.they lost me somewhere at (obama praise of reagan).i started to do my own research,why?i desire to know the truth.hillary i am the one that got away.credibility is very important to me and you miss the mark..edwards /obama

San Antonio Democrat   January 24th, 2008 8:48 pm ET

Barak Obama's statement that all this "fighting" will not damage the Democratic Party in the General Election is dead WRONG. As far as I am concerned if Hillary Clinton does not get the Democratic nomination, then I hope Mike Huckabee gets it and I will vote for him. If neither he nor Hillary get the DEM or REP nominations, I'll sit out the elections. I DO NOT WANT BARAK OBAMA AS OUR NEXT PRESIDENT. He is not qualified to be a President. Maybe if he spends a few more years in public office, he MIGHT be qualified, but NOT NOW! I don't trust him. He has "beady" eyes just like George Bush!

donna   January 24th, 2008 8:45 pm ET

Tony, smoking only causes problems for black Americans? Really? I didn't get the memo.

Fred   January 24th, 2008 8:41 pm ET

Anybody but Hillary; former Clinton supporter

discipline   January 24th, 2008 8:38 pm ET

CNN is not the enemy here. They are just reporting news. It is up to the reader to comment or not to comment. Vote for who you want to. Nonone cares. But do not blame CNN, they have made it possible to "FREEDOM OF SPEECH"

Comment or leave the ticker but dont blame the media for doing their job.

Really!!!!

Californian 4 Edwards   January 24th, 2008 8:37 pm ET

Two candidates who are focusing more on each other than on what really matters…the people of this country. Not enough room in the oval office for their egos. John Edwards is the ONLY democratic candidate who is keeping it real and talking about issues that are important to Americans and not who worked for Wal Mart and who worked for a Slumlord. Keep it on the issues…and give Edwards some time. CNN and other networks have helped to portray this as a two-dog race. Don't forget about "Upset" waiting in the wings…

Jo   January 24th, 2008 8:29 pm ET

The following line proves that Hamby and Mooney are not fair and unbaised in their reporting:

Clinton's campaign has announced the release of a new radio ad, called "Closer," that features Bill Clinton touting his wife's ability to battle the country's economic problems.

Using the word Touting is a negative spin and done deliberately to give Obama the advantage. These political blogs are just a way for reporters to try to influence the political scene and the presidential campaign. Shame on you and CNN!!!

Obama and his campaign actually began the race issue, not Clinton. Hillary has always been a supporter of affirmative action and worked for the good of all Americans.

She and Bill were great for Arkansas. Bill was good for our country, and she will be great for our nation too! Hillary 2008!!!

s.positive   January 24th, 2008 8:28 pm ET

No chance…

to:Liberal Hillary lovertomdavie   January 24th, 2008 8:28 pm ET

YOU ARE THE PERFECT LIBERAL AND I WOULD LIKE TO SEE YOUR FACE COME NOVEMBER.

VOTE JOHN EDWARDS, OBAMA, MIKE HUCKABEE, OR MITT ROMNEY.

PEOPLE WITH GOOD CHARACTER.

I HAVE NO USE FOR LIBERALS SUCH AS TOMDAVIE.

Against Billary   January 24th, 2008 8:23 pm ET

tomdavie January 24, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Im crackin up

TO TOMDAVIE, YOU SOUND LIKE THE TYPICAL LIBERAL TO ME. THAT'S WHY I HAVE NO USE FOR LIBERALS. THEY ARE ALL LIKE YOU AND BILLARY AND BUBBA.

VOTE FOR MITT ROMNEY SO HE CAN KICK BUTTS OF THE BILLARY AND BUBBA AND NOW CHELSEA SHOW.

NOW THEY HAVE DRAGGED THEIR HOMELY DAUGHTER INTO THE MIX.

Not For Billary   January 24th, 2008 8:20 pm ET

I think Billary will be the candidate because she and Bubba and plain jane daughter are all on the attack. DIRTY WHITE TRASH.

K.I.   January 24th, 2008 8:18 pm ET

HILLARY, HILLARY, HILLARY, THAT'S ALL CNN KNOWS. I AM SICK TO DEATH OF CNN'S COVERAGE OF HILLARY; JUST FIVE SECOND OF OBAMA AND EDWARDS AND AT LEAST TWENTY MINUTES OF HILLARY CLINTON.

I AM SO ANGRY THAT CNN IS GIVING ALL OF THE ATTENTION TO HILLARY CLINTON.

CNN, YOU ARE GETTING JUST LILKE FIXED NEWS BUT I JUST TURNED TO THE FIXED NEWS CHANNEL AND THEY WERE GIVING MORE BALANCE TO THEIR REPORTS OF THE DEMOCRATS AND REPUBLICANS.

BOY, WAS I SURPRISED. I AM NOW WATCHING FOX NEWS RIGHT NOW. BILLY O'REILLY IS ON AND I CAN'T BELIEVE HE IS MORE BALANCED THAN CNN.

I KNOW I WON'T SEE THIS BLOG ON CNN BUT DON'T WORRY, I AM PUTTING IT ON OTHER BLOGS.

CNN, GIVE THE OTHER CANDIDATES A CHANCE.

April   January 24th, 2008 8:14 pm ET

I think the media is very stereotypical and critical of African-Americans by presuming that Clinton will not receive the support of African-American voters. I am an African-American woman that stands behind Clinton's disposition. I believe in her inducements and hope that they will diminish the enigmas that vex our American people. I hope Clinton becomes the next president of the United States. Although, who am I? I am not a celebrity or politician and certainly not influential enough to change the minds of millions of people.

Timmy   January 24th, 2008 8:10 pm ET

When will Clinton learn she can't spin words to make it look like Obama has taken the position she wants it to look like he took.

Paul, NJ   January 24th, 2008 8:10 pm ET

I'm pulling for Hillary, but the back-and-forth mud slinging is really upsetting. It makes me think less of both of them.

I want to hear what the candidates will DO THEMSELVES. I really don't care if one or the other of them made a statement that can be taken in many, distorted ways.

To all the candidates: STICK TO THE ISSUES! TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF AND WHAT YOU WILL DO FOR THE COUNTRY!!!

Robin   January 24th, 2008 8:07 pm ET

Ann, Now you know how we Hillary supporters feel. In Nevada, both campaigns filed formal complaints with the Democratic Committee, but CNN only reported Obama's filing. We've gotten used to it.
THE HILLS ARE ALIVE IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA!

Alice   January 24th, 2008 8:06 pm ET

Typical Obama - whine, whine, cry, cry

"It's so NOT FAIR that they used what I actually said against me!!!!!!" -

Sheesh, I used to think that Obama would have my vote after eight years of Hillary because I would HATE to see a Republican in the White House again

I'm starting to think that the crybaby won't even have enough experience eight years from now to beat a Republican

The way he's acting - he's only two years old now, which will make him only 10 years old eight years from now

Heck, even one of the Republican idiots can kick a 10 year old's butt, let alone a whining crybaby 2-year-olds

He's such an inexperienced crybaby - sheesh, if he wins the primaries - how will he handle Republican attacks? Pull the race card again? Cry and whine about the fact that their families support them? Continuously intone "change" with no substance behind it?

Barack - grow up - I REALLY DO want to vote for you eight years from now

Once Hillary is done

JBBaker   January 24th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

It is time for a change! Barack Obama will come out on top of this.! SC voting will be a shocker to the Clinton Campaign, not because it is African Americans but because of all people of all color and this shocker is going to spread like wild fire and she will lose this nomination. Media with your polls don't under estimate the american people. The last will be first.

Angie   January 24th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

The more I read these comments, the more I realize that this country is not ready for a black president. People will find any and every excuse to say that Obama is playing the race card when elected officials have clearly pointed out that it is the Clintons who are doing so. It's called strategy. The Clintons WANT the black people to vote for Obama so that it will unify the white vote for her. This should never have been about race and I am truly disgusted. At the point, I'd rather vote for ANYONE but Hillary. I was a Clinton supporter in the past, but this campaign has helped me to see why the Republicans hate the Clintons so much. All they care about is returning to power. Hillary is the most polarizing candidate in the bunch.

Mauri   January 24th, 2008 7:57 pm ET

As a retiree, there is ample time to follow the campaign words of both Clinton, Obama and their surrogates and hear their respective utterances. That way, I do not have to watch the talking heads and anchors commenting on the ads and candidates, because I know exactly what they said. For example, I heard Obama's statement about the Republicans having the best ideas, that Reagan and not Clinton put new ideas into actions. My reaction was why in the world is this candidate tauting Reagan and his ideas and speaking negatively about Democrat President Clinton. My thought was what in this world is this man (Obama) thinking? Imagine McCain, Romney, Guiliani, or Huckabee speaking about Clinton, Carter and the Democrats having all the great ideas. Now, in his general modus operandi — Barack Obama has come out and said "I didn't say the ideas were good ones! Really? Well what was the idea about saying it in the first place? Running on a Democratic ticket is hardly the base from which to speak of an accomplishment of the opposing party.

Conclusion: Hillary Clinton was within her rights to criticize Obama for saying these words.

Next, Hillary Clinton says Obama voted present 130 times. Obama says that's not what it looks like — it was something that is very common among senators. Senator John Edwards says that is not true. Then Obama says he "hit the wrong button (voting) six times." I heard Pat Buchanon say just awhile ago on Tucker Carlson's show that Bobby Shaheen's remarks (cocaine) may have accounted for Barack's problem in not being able to press the proper button! PLEASE, NEITHER HILLARY NOR BILL SAID THIS.

Obama accuses Hillary of "saying anything to get elected." Well, what was behind his first zinger of the debate when he accused her of supporting Wal-Mart in their union-busting activities. Watch this: He'll deny he said this!!! Or if he did, he'll end up blaming her for "making" him say it.

Finally, all this hell-raising about Bill and Chelsea speaking out for Senator Clinton is stupid and those who choose to make a big deal about it are ignorant of history. When John F. Kennedy and later Bobby Kennedy, ran for president, everyone of their family members fanned out all over the states and stumped for each of them for days on end. And yes, months.

Food for thought: It would be well for all of us to contemplate the temper and tone of this campaign, and we'll see that this is the meanest and sorriest campaign we've seen to date. And we will do well to note that Hillary and Bill Clinton did NOT set the tone of personal attacks. I too can't stand that old saw about if it's too hot, get out of the kitchen - but at the moment, it's the only appropriate saying I can think of. So those who say the Clintons are exhibiting racism should consider that attacking an opponent because of gender fit right in with those who "will say anything to get elected." Someone should also tell Senator Obama that his failing to accept responsibility for his words and actions represent t he first steps in dissolving the Democratic Party.

aware   January 24th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

Obama said "The Republicans were the party of ideas for a pretty long chunk of time there over the last 10, 15 years.” Come on - when you make sweeping statements without content don't whine when someone questions what you meant. Grow up Barack! Take a risk and put some meat on the bones! Have some accountability! :) Why did you pull your venomous hate adds Barack?

NY Dem   January 24th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

This woman and her husband are a sad story. Their characters, his White House, her lack-luster Senate seat and now the ugliness of their campaign. Someday America, the Clintons' story will be over with. Let's just hope that is sooner rather than later.

Jenna   January 24th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

I dont really think that the ad could possibly be catagorized as an "Attack Ad" but I can say that making accusations of a racial tone regarding the Clintons does qualify as an "Attack".

It is very difficult for one to endure the pain of such an allegation when they (the Clintons) have demostrated economically and otherwise such affection for the Black community.

What a shame for a person to work tiredlessly and receive such a viralant response from the very people you have worked for just because there running mate is of the right race. What is america coming too, when people give their selves an excuse to become angry or racial to justify their vote based on race.

Signed,

God Bless, It's sad in South Carolina

Jake, California   January 24th, 2008 7:45 pm ET

The Clintons are now behaving like Britney Speares or Michael Jackson..they will be sent to mental home by the end of Feb 5th.

what a crocked couple!

HAHAHAHAHA!!!   January 24th, 2008 7:41 pm ET

Well now, doesn't that look guilty!!!! hahahaha

Tee Harris   January 24th, 2008 7:36 pm ET

I'm not sure we Dems will be able to kiss and make up after the smoke has cleared on this Battlefield. And '08 was supposed to be a shoe-in for the Dem nom.

Truethis   January 24th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

I think the reason she pulled that ad because she's afraid someone would buy Tom Broskaw'b book and find out that Hillary and Bill made positive statements about Reagan. And that Goldwater was Hillary's mentor and she made radical comments back in the 60s. Oh yea……Why did Clinton loss his Lawyer's licenses?

votehillary2008   January 24th, 2008 7:28 pm ET

Why weren't reporters outraged when Obama's camp took the "Fairytale" comment out of context? When you listen to the speech, it is clear Bill is talking about the war.

Where was the defense when the LBJ comment was taken out of context?

Why was no one alarmed when Obama supporters ran a radio ad in Nevada saying Hillary didn't respect Hispanics? Is that not injecting race into the campaign? Is that not "patently false?"

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DB   January 24th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

I believe Obama has been honest with hist past even the Rezko thing. How come the Clintons have not released the White House papers showing Hillary's experience? Feels like they are hiding something.

It is okay to be wrong, just admit it and move on. Obama was investigated and was found not doing anything wrong. No reason to re-visit something again.

Murry   January 24th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

CNN, you need to post the rest of Senator Obama's comment. Set the record straight. The Clinton's only quote the front part not the end part. If you show the end part, people would see that Obama is not agreeing with Reagan's ideas.
Billary has shown their true colors. They are divisive. These are not the people we want representing America.
Elect someone that can build bridges not walls.
vote Obama 08

ruby marshall   January 24th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

I think Hillary's criticisms about Obama's campaign is just normal to show how much she cared about the country..She believed on her leadership, experiences and dedication to serve the American people and the world as a whole, are more excellent compared to her opponents for the nomination. She is just helping the public to determine their differences (Hillary and Obama) socially, economically and politically. Intelligent voters knew what Hillary meant by presenting her rival's political standing…Average voters might have an opposite conclusion, because they think their candidate was being attacked..Debate is debate…When Obama attacks Hillary, nobody complains, when Hillary spoke strongly against Obama, many criticsms arises…and Hillary standstill bravely and strongly, defending her words and she showed responsibility for her own actions…I think the media is exaggerated in presenting the issue too much…criticsms are part of the campaign but we have to view it positively, no matter how it was being presented to the public…

Lynn   January 24th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

After reading so many of these comments, I shake my head. So many are uninformed and backed by only emotion. This is a historical election. It needs to be taken seriously with much forethought. Uniting this country starts with us, not the candidates. And when such hateful comments are made, the divide only becomes wider. Time to stop blaming the media or "the other guy" and start taking responsibility.

James   January 24th, 2008 7:00 pm ET

This country needs a new voice not the lying, cheating low down political machines that have run it for the past decades. Those whom have any tenure in the capitol are a disgrace to all true Americans. IF true change catches on then maybe others will step forward and truly change the landscape of this great nation. The MACHINE is broken, we need to buy a new one!!! OBAMA08……

c martin   January 24th, 2008 6:49 pm ET

John you said it. The reason that Bill started opening is lying( I didn't have sexual relations with this woman) mouth…is once she lost Iowa and New Hampshire looked liked a sure loss….but ohh yeah she started crying. Then said after 35 yrs of experience, she has found her voice.

Thats who I want in the office….on first day she will know what to do…kinda?

LisaMpls   January 24th, 2008 6:44 pm ET

Carol, I think you are confused:

Hillary's healthcare plan IS universal.

Edwards' healthcare plan IS universal.

Obama's healthcare plan IS NOT universal.

Ann   January 24th, 2008 6:40 pm ET

Odd story, since Obama also pulled his negative ads. Why not a balanced viewpoint?

Bill in Montgomery, AL   January 24th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

Gosh, wonder when we'll see Hillary sobbing and crying, telling people she's really sorry that the negative ad got out there; that she doesn't want to run a negative campaign. Then we'll get the parade of family and relatives telling us what a warm, sincere, considerate, kind, gentle, tender-hearted Hillary really is. Of course, this will be after she checks the polls to see what response she needs to provide. I understand Billazry and Hillary both walk on water. For those of you that don't know it, there was no such person as Mother Theresa; that was actually Hillary Clinton! "And now you know the rest of the story!"

Cletus Ogbonna   January 24th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

As a democrat who has waited eagerly for this coming opportunity to retire the republicans from the White House for at least four years, I am dismayed that HillBillary are investing on this destuctive republican-style of politics. They are forcing Obama to revert to same old system of spending time and money in responds to constant mudslings. If he decides to ignore them, some ignorants
will be fooled and begin to believe them after a while. Obama had not initiated any
negative attack against any candidate. For a decent politician that he is, it must be
disheartening for him to continueto defend himself against this combined powerhouse, instead of selling his message of hope and unity to the american public. The DNC must come to our rescue before more irreparable damages are done.

JohnS   January 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Why pull a NEGATIVE ad and claim the moral high road? Well, it is like "slapping" your mate and saying, "Sweetheart, I really did NOT mean to hurt you!" Too late, the damage has been done, period!!!!

Apparently, like Hillary, her supporters lack the basic need for human feelings!!!

Emily   January 24th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Obama has been personally attacking Hillary for two days straight.. His attacks are the sign of a desperate man…not one of hope and definitely not one of experience. He has an excuse for every time he loses a primary/caucus. His team whines and complains about "race" and yet they were the ones who started the whole thing and continue to perpetuate the issue.

I wonder if Teddy Kennedy and his pals will lecture him like they did President Clinton? Will CNN and the other media outlets start to provide balanced reports?

No. I didn't think so.

JohnS   January 24th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

I love Hillary taking charge during the debates, but crashing EMOTIONALLY before or after the debates.

The answer is simple, American men do not like to "attack" or challenge their women in public, period.

So, Obama and Edwards, please let Hillary win the DEBATE and all the women will get your votes. That is, be "GENTLE-men; do not beat on poor Hillary."

mammacic   January 24th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

Obama has shown that he is not the "above the fray" candidate that he claims. His comments were a direct attack against Bill Clinton's presidency. The Clintons have a right to respond.

Obama never ever gives any indication how he will "change" Washington. If he were to be the next president he would spend his first term finding out just how impossible that is. If any one thinks the republicans are going to step in line behind Obama think again. They will do everything they can to destroy him so there will be no second term.

Obama supporters never really talk about what Obama will do or how he will do it they just jump right in and start bashing Hillary.

Hillary has been through the republican attacks and survived. She will not have to go through the learning curve that Obama would. Hillary is the candidate that can bring change and start doing it the first day.

Guy   January 24th, 2008 6:17 pm ET

I just wish both of them would realize that we are all democrats. I am a strong supporter of Senator Obama and I truly hope he wins the nomination, but if Senator Clinton (or Senator Edwards) is our candidate, I will support them.
This negative in-fighting hurts the party and will make it tougher on whomever has to face the republican nominee in November.
Don't waste our time telling me why I shouldn't vote for your opponent, tell me why I should vote for you.

4 Hillary   January 24th, 2008 6:16 pm ET

"Stand for Change" is meaningless if Obama does not know what change he can implement. The whining Obama is not ready for this task.

Go Hillary

not a hillary fan   January 24th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

google clinton plus scandal, that Rezko incident can't touch the scandal with the Clintons. We all need to investigate.

amandi anaeze   January 24th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

I think that Americans need BIll's wife as president at this time so that her economic agenda can resucitate the nations hallucinating economy.

Esteban Robles   January 24th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Madness! With this election, the Democrats have the best chance they've had in years to beat a truly fractured, non-credible Republican Party, with no Republicans really happy about any of their candidates, and what do the Democrats do? They play self-destruct. They are going to give the election to the Republicans by default. I never imagined that John McCain would be able to run as the "unity" candidate, but the Democrats are going to end up giving him the election. Very depressing.

Jon   January 24th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

I wonder if Obama will pull his negative ad? Hm…

Melody   January 24th, 2008 5:39 pm ET

I am really tired of the mud slinging and lies that the Clinton team are telling about Obama. He has a right to DEFEND himself and those saying he is going negative are totally out of place. He has to set the record straight so we do not have "Billary swift boating". The country is tired of this same out politics and the Clinton trying anything they can to win. Hopefully the American people will be smarter than when they put Bush in the white house. NO CLINTON DYNASTY!

icky   January 24th, 2008 5:39 pm ET

they all have about the message message…the question is who can deliver…who has already delivered…look at all the candidates website…and see exactly what they have delivered….there is no question…who can make the changes…because she has for many, many years…take a look make an educated vote…not one on voting for a nice guy…We have already made that mistake on the last two elections

icky   January 24th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

What I find really interesting…and you CNN NOT reporting it… why is Hillary the bad person for pointing out shady behavior…when everyone is doing it…including Barack…he has done the same to her….don't quite get it… does it have to do with sexism… I hear people refer to her as a witch… anyone aware enough knows what this is about… Very Interesting …but very sad…

James D.   January 24th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

Cheryl from Arizona….

The reason Barack is running that ad is to stand for the truth! Billary *WILL* say ANYTHING to WIN. Obama's finally going to stop being a Clinton punching bag.

If Hillary would simply run on the issues instead of dragging Obama into a mudfest….and she won the nomination….I would HAPPILY vote for her. She has NOT done that. It's been divisive, dishonest smear tactics…part of that strategy is making Obama look as if he's just as guilty of this crap. She knows (and she's right) that she can win a dishonest fight. Unfortunately as she wins the nomination, she will have lost MANY, MANY life long dems for the general election. STUPID! Get used to saying President McCain now (unless Bloomberg runs).

GiveMeABreakinTexas   January 24th, 2008 5:26 pm ET

Is this the good cop routine here?

I'm getting real confused…Bill…Hillary…Bill… Hillary…Bill…Chelsea…Hillary…good cop/bad cop…crying…ranting at Obama… ranting at the press…I think my head is spinning.

Oh…wait a minute…now I get it. Just before South Carolina votes, you're gonna be the good cop. I knew you Clintons had to be working an angle to throw us off. Some of us have real short memories…but some of us don't.

Daniel, NY, NY   January 24th, 2008 5:26 pm ET

CNN is dividing this country. I have officially stopped watching you b/c your coverage is one-sided. Get off the Obama wagon and cover the election fairly.

Susandra   January 24th, 2008 5:25 pm ET

It seems to me that maybe a leader who is willing to acknowledge the good points in his/her apponent would be someone willing to work with the opposition for the greater good of the country rather than hindering progress because they feel they are always right. Don't forget that for every side there is another side who feels just as strongly that they are right too and we all have to live in the same country.

Gigi   January 24th, 2008 5:24 pm ET

I have a suggestion for all those voters in South Carolina . . . forget both Clinton and Obama and vote for your favorite son, John Edwards. That would really shake things up!
Edwards is the only candidate giving specifics as far as plans for our future is concerned. Just spouting experience or change don't or won't get it done!

Cheryl   January 24th, 2008 5:19 pm ET

Since democrats have made it a long-standing practice of sending losers to the general election, I can't wait to see the presidential race between Hillary and John McCain….and I can't wait to vote against Hillary.

Omar Norfolk   January 24th, 2008 5:19 pm ET

The DNC will not allow Billary to be the candidate, THEY KNOW she CAN NOT win in a general election. FACT!

Rudy could beat Billary in a general election.

DAVE   January 24th, 2008 5:19 pm ET

FRANKIE,

Of all the Post Today, I take my hat off to you. What you have posted in 100% truth and I'm one of those white folks who has always been awake. But I'm going to cross the racial lines and just say it " I Love U Man! " LOL

Chirag Patel, London   January 24th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

I am sitting here in London, I have never before been interested in USA politics and although I glimpse here and there at times just to see what's happening outside and inside politics, issues in USA and how the current situation is. I think its time for Americans to open their eyes, stop fighting like cats and dogs see the real aspect of how things will affect US and globally how it affects each individual and vote for the right person.

Although I adore Bill Clitons's past presidency and set his record but looking at the current CNN and ABC videos I see what they are doing in this policitcal race: "Anything to get into white house!" Now does this really reflect the USA people and its politics? A lie and distrust. I felt that they earned respect and effortlessly would win but it looks like a no goer!

I would be much pleased to see if Obama maintained his enthusaism from the very start of his campaign and would recommend to keep going. After all, being honest, geninune and being strong what determines people of USA and rest of the world need to see.

I like the Republican candidates but looking at current situation, i don't see them making changes or have a grip of people's mind as to what the people and its country are facing.

Folk   January 24th, 2008 5:09 pm ET

Americans are stupid!!

These are the same people who elected George W to a second Term!!

So yes Hillary will get the Nomination and become President.

This country will stay on the same path it has been on since 1988 (when the first Bush took office). In 2012 we will no longer be a super power due to our inability to CHANGE.

I am glad you all have what's coming to you!! Stupid is as Stupid does.

Enjoy your marginalized Election!!

Naomi   January 24th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

It is shocking and depressing to see how many people in these comments think that dictionary definition lying is all a part of the system and is perfectly fine and fair. The first part may be true, but the latter never will be. So was Bill and Hill.
No to these people!

Joe Ossai, Bedford, NH   January 24th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

It's funny when I see Clintons supporters post liars on this board and it starts this way:

"I'm a black person and I was a supporter of Obama but I have changed my mind because of XYZ. now I'm supporting Clinton. That is load of bullcrap."

"birds of the same feather ". It seems to me if you are dishonest person, you love the Clintons. They are liars PERIOD.

This is a shame, given the last 7 years of crap. We can not afford another 8 years of the same crap from the Clintons.

Frank J. (MO)   January 24th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

Hit-and-Run
.

But I will cast my vote for Barack Obama and I will cast my vote in November - and if there's Hillary on the ticket, I will vote for the opponent !

Frank

Rajesh from Bangladesh   January 24th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

Hello everybody! I like Mrs Clinton since she will send jobs here, to Bangladesh. Thank you Hillary, for supporting free trade and many bush policies. it has helped us very very much. also, much thanks to getting many jobs here. the rupee is very strong now thanks to bill & hillary and bush, so sorry about your dollar though. thank you hillary for helping bangledeshis!

Ann Mays   January 24th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

I am so sick of seeing everyone bash the Clinton's. Why is it ok for Obama to get away with his attacks but when Hillary retalliates its all wrong. Another thing, Hillary is a smart and intellegent woman and she is trying to make everyone see that we can have good times again. I cried when Bush won the Presidency over Gore in 2000 ..what a terrible day now we are faced with the possibility that we get another darned republican because the Dems can't get along. This is the problem..I believe Obama's camp was the one who decided to play the race card..they planted it and hoped for the Hillary's camp to take it up. The Clintons are not racist..think back to the 90's. Blacks in America we're better off than they are today. The Clintons have advocated for the African Americans ..have you forgotten that. Another thing, I don't know what the heck the rest of you do for a living but I work hard only for the government to take a bigger bite out of my paycheck . In the last 3 years my health insurance premiums have more than quadruptled. I am sick of it ..I want the comfort of life we had in the 90's. I think Obama's time will come but I would feel much better as a concerned citizen if he were more experience with all walks of life..not just the black inner city of Chicago. I think its admirable that he dedicates his time to make a better life for the African American's but there are other races, nationalities in this country and I think the Clinton's will do more for all of us. Hillary I think you can do it ! Don't give up the fight. Good Bless America and GO HILLARY!

erin Davis CA   January 24th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

What a bunch of he said /she said garbage….John Edwards is the best guy for the job…I hope my fellow democrats will realize this before its too late

Bob   January 24th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

Where was Karen during the last two presidential elections?
Did he lament the swiftboating? The demonizing of Kerry? The constant fabrication of fear-and-smear from the Right? Hell no!

soul   January 24th, 2008 4:58 pm ET

I am fed up with this pattern of Clintoning lying and powergrabbing! Do we really need another 8 years of dynasty politics! I am so angry.

Stop trying to get a third term Bill. No more Clinton lies!

Anex   January 24th, 2008 4:57 pm ET

Isn't the phrase "party of ideas" generally considered praise? If so, Obama's use of it implicitly meant the "party of good ideas." Similarly, challenging conventional wisdom is usually considered a good thing, suggesting bold new ideas supplanting tired old ones. It's simple logic, Jake, not, as you seem to prefer, another Clinton lie. Obama seems to suggest that it was only after we gave these "good" ideas a chance that we found out how bad they were. Any Democrat at the time could have told you they wouldn't work, because we'd seen this movie before (can you say Reaganomics?) If this is not what he meant, then he's not a clear thinker — after all, why applaud ideas that are bad, or challenge conventional wisdom with bad ideas? — nor a clear speaker.

Seth   January 24th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

Democrats! You are going to lose this thing for yourself if you're not careful. Regardless of whether you like Obama or Edwards they are the best choices of the three. Clinton would be trounced by McCain, she can hardly use the "experience" theme against him, and on special interests she'd look a fool in comparision. That said her health care plan really must be the worst of the lot too, it is almost exactly like the healthcare changes introduced by the Conservatives in Australia under John Howard, the idea was that the more people who signed up to private health care the cheaper it would become. The reality was healthcare premiums went through the roof, and despite legislation, healthcare became more unaffordable.

The choice in blatantly obvious, Obama or Edwards.

Kim, Los Angeles, CA   January 24th, 2008 4:54 pm ET

Obama, you are finished. The media has finally got the story on how your slum landlord friend helped you buy your mansion in Illinois. You only did "five hours work for him". Right. No one believes you now…..In the next few days, CNN and Fox will be breaking the story. You deserve this…because it was you who played the race card. You instigated this personality war with Hillary because you couldn't compete with her on the issues. Shame on you Obama. As of Feb. 5, it will be
Bye, Bye. Obama. HILLARY WILL BE THE DEMOCRATIC NOMINEE.

Dennis Oshodin   January 24th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

I find it hard to believe that people can not see through all the all the divisive strategies of the Senator Barack Obama camp. First they brought the fairytale race issue, then came the lie about Martin Luther King and finally, the Hillary will say anything to get elected.
However, let them know that this is American and we see issues as they are and not as some inexperienced race conscious camp want us to see them. On Senator Clinton we still stand.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   January 24th, 2008 4:52 pm ET

Don't be so quick to judge why the Clinton's pulled the ad because I'm sure it wasn't because of pressure from Obama's people. Read the words in the ad carefully and think about them. You don't have to be a democrat or republican to figure that out, just plain common sense.

docrock,tx   January 24th, 2008 4:51 pm ET

Can anyone explain to me how Bills' infidelity can in ANY way be equated with dubyas'illegal war,his lies and cover-ups,and the total disdain he has for every one that does not agree with him?And John Edwards can't even be treated fairly in a debate because it was a Black forum that was put up only to embaress HRC.I keep wondreing when the White caucus will have a debate,and ask Obama questions that are not slanted in his favor?Oh,I forgot,if I don't vote for Obama I am a racist.Fine.I will gaurantee that there will be redneck voters that have NEVER voted,that will crawl out of the woodwork just to vote against this hippocrit.By the way,I simply don't care how many of the Obamites that call me racist,because it takes one to know one.

Shirley   January 24th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

The Rezko matter is proof positive that Obama is nothing more than an Illinois machine politician and not the "standard bearer of change" he claims to be.
He's also endorsed party hacks like Toddler Stroger and Alexi Giannoulos. Where's the "change" here in Illinois, Barack? You know, the state you're SUPPOSED TO BE REPRESENTING!

I agree these are reasonable questions:
Are we so stupid that we would believe that Obama just happened to coincidentally write a letter on behalf of Rezkos co. so that co. could get publiv funding for their business? All that we know of IL and Cook COunty politics. Do people really think that we are that stupid. Also helping Obama pay $300,000 less for his house, my question is what did Obama do for Rezko in order to get that "help". Also now looking at how Obama used his PAC to buy support in Iowa and NH really makes me wonder how anyone could support this corrupt Cook County Hack.

These are from Los Angeles Times:
The Times arrived at the total of more than $200,000 by reviewing donations
dating back to 1995, primarily looking at people who had business relationships
with Rezko.

But in 1998, then-state Sen. Obama wrote to state and city officials urging
them to provide funding for New Kenwood LLC, a company formed by Rezko and
Allison Davis. Obama wrote the letters, first reported by the Chicago Sun-Times,
on Illinois Senate stationery, saying: "This project will provide much
needed housing for 4th Ward citizens."

In addition to being a campaign benefactor, Rezko also surfaced when Obama
and his wife purchased their house on Chicago's South Side in 2005. On the
day the Obamas bought their house, Rezko's wife, Rita, bought an adjacent
lot from the same sellers, part of which Obama later bought back.
Rita Rezko's purchase, at the $625,000 asking price, came just as the Obamas
successfully bid in a slow market to buy the house for $300,000 below the
asking price, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Obama says there was nothing improper in these transactions. The housing
deal came after it was known that Rezko was under scrutiny by federal authorities.
Obama has said that, in retrospect, the property deal was a "mistake" because of the appearance it created.

Chris, Middletown, CT   January 24th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

yet….she had the ad out there…and let CNN know she "pulled it" - so they would run it….

Henry   January 24th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

I can't believe people are still bringing up the Obama "experience factor"; our current president has made extremely narcissistic decisions and hired people aligned to his own selfish ideology. Obama is nowhere close to that route of leadership, but I believe Hillary and George W. are much more closely aligned in corporate and selfish interests than Obama will ever be.

MD from MD   January 24th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Why don't my comments get posted? I've written three and I never use profanity!

Newton   January 24th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

"How can Obama criticize Clinton when he is running an ad basically calling her a liar and that she will do anything to win."

cheryl, Arizona January 24, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Uh, maybe because she repeatedly lies about what he has said and the natural inference is that she will say anything to win…

Kris   January 24th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

You need to realize that this was a great strategic move by the Clinton campaign. They got the point out that Obama made these statements, then they pulled the ad and can finish these final days before the SC primary they can go away from that, but voters will have Obama's statements still in the back of their minds.

CNN, why am I always in moderation? Oh well, I guess you have your reasons. Maybe you are leaning one way in this election.

John   January 24th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

Have we forgotten how the Clintons work do you all remember this or not 'I DID NOT HAVE SEX WITH THAT WOMAN" the say guy who apologised for it after saying it, for how long are we going to let him run his mouth without any resposibility, he proved he can lie, what makes you think he wont do it again for another woman, only this time its for his wife.

AK   January 24th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

BUBBA CLINTON IS A CONVICTED LIAR!!! A CONVICTED LIAR!! BUBBA CLINTON LIED UNDER OATH!!! HE IS A CONVICTED LIAR.

OH YEAH HE WILL TELL THE TRUTH NOW!! ha ha ha

Independent in MI   January 24th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

After reading these blogs, it is clear why Bush was elected - TWICE. Democrats are so self-defeating.

Go McCain!!

Bill, Chicago, IL   January 24th, 2008 4:40 pm ET

Typical Hillary - throw it out there, see how people react, then adjust your stance. They didn't like this particular batch of lies, so pull it. She really is the slimiest of the slimy.

Carol   January 24th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

Clinton folks are plain dumb. Reagan believed in the individual, Clinton believes that people need bureaucrates to fix their lives. Very unAmerican

A.K.   January 24th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

tomdavie January 24, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Im crackin up

Dear tomdavie: Your nasty candidate will probably win the primary and here comes the onslaught of the republicans and they don't care what other democrats think about their methods. They will use the same dirty tricks, lies, and misstatements the Bubba and Billary Show Are Using.

YOUR BUBBA IS A CONVICTED LIAR. A CONVICTED LIAR. HE LIED UNDER OATH. OH, YEAH, WE NEED A CONVICTED LIAR IN THE WHITE HOUSE.

YOU WON'T BE CRACKING UP COME NOVEMBER WHEN YOUR CONVICTED LIAR AND HIS WIFE GET THEIR BUTTS KICKED.

James Moore   January 24th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

I'm sure to vote for Barack on February 5th here in NJ…Since the debate< I'm sure I would not vote in the national election if it is not Barack or John Edwards. The Clintons have lost their souls…

MJ   January 24th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

BILL CLINTON IS A CONVICTED LIAR. A CONVICTED LIAR. A CONVICTED LIAR.

WHAT MAKES ANYBODY THINK HE WOULD TELL THE TRUTH ABOUT ANYTHING?

CONVICTED LIAR!!! CONVICTED OF LYING UNDER OATH. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? BILL CLINTON LIED UNDER OATH.

BUBBA CLINTON AND BILLARY CLINTON WOULD DO ANYTHING TO GET BACK IN THE WHITE HOUSE. A CONVICTED LIAR. LIED UNDER OATH. CONVICTED LIAR.

Mike, Houston, TX   January 24th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

I guess that give Hillary some time to talk about pulling the ad rather than having to talk about her positions.

Dennis Oshodin   January 24th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Let us not make the Revered American Presidency a petty race issue. Hillary Clinton is smart, intelligent and experienced to take America to the next level. To me, she seems the only BEST thing at the moment for America. Let the Oprabamas go take a nap!!!!! We really do need a more decisive President like Hillary.

Vince Los Angeles, CA   January 24th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

I have ALWAYS supported a woman's right to choose and Bill Clinton is listed as one of the people I'd like to meet most on my myspace page……BUT….it's pretty obvious that the Democratic party has gone the way of the Dodo bird. Consistently the Democratic party is proving to be a party of NON-THINKERS and knee-jerk reactionists. I despise the tought of restrictions on the freedom of speech….I despise the spectre of what happend in Katrina….but it is obvious Democrats have no intention of listening to reason…..My reasons for not supporting HRC have everything to do with my desire to see this country healed, pull out of Iraq and have our respect restored around the world. Hillary Clinton will not be able to work with the other side that is NEEDED to accomplish anything!

I am sick and tired of our government NOT GETTING ANYTHING DONE!! This country needs someone who can reach out, work with and compromise with Republicans…..HILLARY CLINTON IS NOT THAT PERSON.

The pro-Hillary posts I see here are a perfect example of the very closed-minded, non-thinking, vitriolic, ignorance that will drive people like myself out of the Democratic party….Let's see what happens to a woman's right to choose when you keep losing people like me….

:-)

Regina Davis   January 24th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

I admire Hillary Clinton for continuing to take part in politics after she and her husband were smeared by the Republicans from Day One after his election. She must be made of steel, shaped by fire not ice. I sense she possesses a true concern for the country and the ordinary citizen. She is a lot smarter than the rest of the candidates, smooth talking men with trophy wives, little paper dolls unable to speak on their own. Our generals have said she knows more about the war in Iraq than anyone else in the Senate. Bill did not dump her for a younger, blonder model, but has been fortunate enough to be around to see her at her very best. You go girl!

frankie   January 24th, 2008 4:29 pm ET

Obama quote: "I WILL NEVER LIE TO YOU" Wow that went bye-bye quickly. How about the 6 times you hit the wrong button, by mistake, on critical votes in Illinois. How about answering that credit card question from the debate, I'm still waiting. What about the $200K in campaign funds you received from you slumlord friend Mr. Rezko. And can you explain that real estate deal that provide you with that beautiful home in Hyde Park, IL? Lets see who bought the lot right next to your mansion on the same day you close on that sweetheart real estate deal — oh that's right Mr. Rezko again.

I knew he is arrogant and thought him to be a bit pompous, so now I just need to add sore loser to his bio. Oh and tell Michelle I'm one of those black people who just woke up.

Alan   January 24th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Just substitute the words "Hitler' for "Reagan" and "Nazi Party" for "Republican Party" in the quotes from Obama and you'll see how ludicrous it is for him to say that his praise was somehow detached from the people he was praising. If somebody said that Hitler inspired and motivated people, and that the Nazi party put forth new and energizing ideas they would be (rightfully) shamed into apologizing. Same with Obama looking wistfully to Reagan and the Republican Party of the '90s as his inspiration.

scotty   January 24th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

so tell me something where were all of you in the nineties
and how was your income, your home values, and how the world regarded the united states and how are you all doing now
and what makes Obama so positive - and a lot of what was said were not lies they were facts remember single payer health care I guess that was a distorted lie by the cllinton campaign

cheryl, Arizona   January 24th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

How can Obama criticize Clinton when he is running an ad basically calling her a liar and that she will do anything to win. But of course his supporters will not say anything about that. Attack on issues but he sure attacks on her personally.

PAYING ATTENTION   January 24th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

I was a big fan of the Clintons in the 90's. Their conduct in this race has sickened me so much that I may very well not vote for Hillary if s