January 26, 2008
Posted: 10:31 PM ET

NASHVILLE, Tennessee (CNN) — Even as Hillary Clinton congratulated Barack Obama on his victory Saturday in South Carolina, she was already directing attention to the states that lie ahead.

"Millions and millions of Americans are going to have the chance to have their voices heard and their votes counted," she told supporters at Tennessee State University.

"This a great victory for Barack Obama, but this is not the end of the Clinton campaign," said CNN Analyst and Donna Brazile. "Sen. Clinton has broad support out there."

South Carolina Rep. James Clyburn, who has remained neutral in the Democratic race, predicted the campaign would not be settled until the August convention in Denver.

"They all have tickets to the convention — not all first class, but they all have tickets," he said.

Filed under: Hillary Clinton


elena   January 28th, 2008 9:18 pm ET

Hillary: Do not let the "Ted" or "John" (Kerry) endorsement rattle you. They both ran and lost! No guts, no glory. Keep on pushing toward Super Tuesday. Note to all Hillary supporters: Volunteer!

Sherry   January 28th, 2008 11:48 am ET

HILLARY WILL BE OUR NEXT PRESIDENT!!!

GO HILLARY…

Drama   January 28th, 2008 10:16 am ET

I was very disappointed in Hill's "concession speech", all of 3 seconds. Your claws showing Hill.

teddy orlando fl   January 28th, 2008 9:51 am ET

Too all you clinton supporters

I really do hope Obama wins by a large margin again maybe then you will wake up to the time for change

Go Obama

Paul   January 28th, 2008 9:44 am ET

This race is still wide open. Hillary can use Obama's voting record against him. He uses her vote on the war. I would like to here the Democrats talk about facts and take on some tough questions.

John Smith   January 28th, 2008 9:42 am ET

This is what the Clinton's need to do. They need to not even waste their time campaigning in states like Alabama where the concentration of blacks are heavy.
The Clintons could run into a burning building and save the children of a black family and STILL the black parents will support Obama despite what the Clintons have tried to do to push forward a black agenda. Even black women are now putting thier race before gender. The Clintons need to concede those states and just focus on those that are predominately white and hispanic, then after winning the nomination go back and court blacks. But to waste one day campaigning for the black vote would in my opinion be a waste because they are never going to get the black vote in the primaries. The loyalty blacks have shown the Clintons is discusting. It is evident that blacks will reject a person who can give them social progress to someone who can give them a good speech…all because of race.
Ask me if I care about the goverment's slow response to Katrina.
Ask me if I care that black homes are being foreclosed upon by the hundreds of thousands. Blacks divide themselves.
They gave Hillary the big finger in South Carolina. South Carolina will get it right back when she's elected. She will always be there to help but not like Bill Clinton.
I believe it was Warren Beatty in the movie Bulworth who told a black congregation "The reason why I don't care about you is because you did nothing for my campaign."

AJ - Montpelier   January 28th, 2008 7:39 am ET

Victoria posted:
"10 more days and we will be able to get a better idea who will be our candidate. Than maybe we can start fighting with the Republican instead of each other. I hope Hilary wins…but would definately support Barack if He is our choice"

I felt the same way until a couple of weeks ago. The more I see of Obama the more I know that I could never support him. He is a disaster waiting to happen.

AJ - Montpelier   January 28th, 2008 7:36 am ET

South Carolina was no great victory. If anything what it did was highlight the racial divide. Obama won the African American vote while Hillary and John Edwards split the white vote.

Bayousara   January 28th, 2008 4:53 am ET

Bill Clinton needs to cool it.

If he doesn't I just won't vote at all. This is all so stressful anyway when we have to sit here and aren't able to do anything.

By the time Oregon has its primary in May, the candidate I would be interested in won't be on the ballot.

We need a national primary day with everyone being allowed to vote for any candidate no matter what our party affiliation is. In Oregon we cannot do that for the primary.

Leslie Somerville, Seattle, Washington   January 28th, 2008 3:18 am ET

Obama's speeches are getting just plain boring–after Feb.5 the USA will see that the two heading to the big fight will be McCain and Clinton—-it will be one boring debate I will tell you–all about taxes up, taxes down, go to war, don't go to war, give people health care, who cares about healthcare—oh, and the big talk from John McCain-who cares if the bank took your life savings, your job, and your family will be sent back to Mexico after we used the poor people to do stupid jobs in this country for barely anything.
HILLBILLY 08

Lonny   January 28th, 2008 12:40 am ET

Billary, you will divide us no more!

The choice is very clear…Barack Obama!

Ann   January 28th, 2008 12:19 am ET

Obama is not the right or best candidate for us. The fact that he is being endorsed by the same old guard (Ted Kennedy and John Kerry) who helped to get us into this mess, lets you know that he Obama is just going to be their mouthpiece. For real progress and change for America and the world, urge your American friends to vote for Mike Huckabee, the FairTax candidate who will look out for all Americans, not just some ivy league Harvard or Yale graduates!

HUCKABEE 08!

NY For Obama   January 28th, 2008 12:18 am ET

We don't think much of her in this State , and that should tell you something.

eddie   January 28th, 2008 12:00 am ET

On super Tuesday. Hillary will be the winner.

dave   January 27th, 2008 11:39 pm ET

There are many racist comments on this blog. *sigh*.
Lucky ignorance does not represent the majority of comments.
Think before you type. Or just think.

joe   January 27th, 2008 11:10 pm ET

DONNA BRAZILLE I HAVE TO GIVE YOU CREDIT YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE IN THAT WHOLE GROUP THAT LOOKS AT EACH ISSUE WITH OBJECTIVE PERSPECTIVE NOT FAVORING ONE CANDIDATE OVER ANOTHER LIKE YOUR BLACK MEN JOURNALIST PEER WHO ARE JUST SCREAMING WITH LOVE ABOUOT OBAMA..LOL..NOT REALLY BUT SOUNDS LIKE IT…MARTIN TAKES THE CAKE
YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE WHO IS FAIR AND OBJECTIVE…
DISCUSSING PRO AND CON OF HILLARY BUT ALSO OBAMA…BOY IS NEW…HE HAS ALOT TO LEARN…IN 4 OR 5 YEARS WITH DIRECTION AND DECISIONS HE HAS MADE FOR US THEN WE HAVE SOMETHING TO GO BY…
BUT RIGHT NOW ALL HE HAS IS ONE BILL…..

BIG CONCERNS WITH OBAMA AS PRESIDENT FOR HIM BUT MOST OF ALL FOR OUR COUNTRY…OUR HOMES..OUR JOBS..AND OUR HEALTH CARE AND THEN THERE IS IRAQ…HE IS JUST TOOO NEW

GO HILLARY 08

Iwantchange   January 27th, 2008 10:54 pm ET

12 years of a Bush Presidency, 8 years of a Clinton Presidency. Do we really want 8 additional Clinton years as President? That is 2 decades. Don't you think it is time for a change?

Bridget   January 27th, 2008 10:36 pm ET

Hillary did not deliver a Health Insurance Plan during her husband's two year presidentail term!

Hillary, Obama, and Edwards are "Senators" and Hillary does not have 'Experience"!!!!!

Hillary does have experience with the "Clinton Administration" that did not deliver a Health Insurance Plan for all families during a two year presidential term!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hillphil   January 27th, 2008 10:02 pm ET

Hillary First choice Any Republican Except McCain second choice.

Jeff, Huntington Beach, CA   January 27th, 2008 9:12 pm ET

Hillary definitely scores high on the "ick" factor. Hopefully she will soon just be a tragic memory.

Obama 08

martha   January 27th, 2008 8:02 pm ET

CLINTON IS THE MOST QUALIFIED TO LEAD OUR COUNTRY. CAN'T WAIT 'TILL SUPER TUESDAY TO SEE HER WIN THE MAJORITY OF STATES!!!

Monday's Headlines   January 27th, 2008 7:55 pm ET

Barrack Obama, President of South Carolina….LOL

pink slipper   January 27th, 2008 6:54 pm ET

GO HILLARY. KEEP YOUR UPPER LIP STIFF. YOUR A FIGHTER AND I KNOW YOU'LL WIN THE PRESIDENCY IN NOVEMBER 2008. YOU WILL RUN AGAINST ROMENEY…NOT MCCAIN.

Cliff Baker   January 27th, 2008 6:46 pm ET

To Yoli,

Congressman Clyburn is NOT neutral. There is nothing wrong for Congressman Clyburn to perform his civic duty by voting for Senator Obama a the polling place. However, Congressman Clyburn is disingenuous for manipulating the press (particullarlly Joe Scarborough) to wrongly accuse the Clintons of playing the race card.

I witness Congressman Clyburn used Joe Scarborough of the Morning Joe shown on the S.C. election day. On this particular show Congressman Clyburn implied that the Clintons' "fairy tale" and "MLK/Johnson" comments are "RACIALLY MOTIVATED code words. Joe Scarborough stupidly bought Congressman Clyburn race-bait's trick.

nell   January 27th, 2008 6:39 pm ET

GET A GRIP LIONRED!

We are black racists because we exercise our RIGHT to vote for the candidate of our choice? Maybe you should take a closer look at your own views on race.

I did not vote for Jesse Jackson, but I will vote for OBAMA!

See you on Super Duper Tuesday.

OBAMA 08!

Ken   January 27th, 2008 6:31 pm ET

Ted - you wrote, "As a member of the gay community, we will support HILLARY to the end!" ….well I am a member of the gay community too and know that when Hillary ran for the Senate in NY back in 2000 (and 2006) - she appealed to the gay community for our support - PROMINSING US HER SUPPORT. What has she done for us? Answer: NOTHING!!!

Many of my friends would not support her in 2006 because she only said these things to get elected. Please reconsider your support of Hillary. I think it's Barack that will finally get new ideas across and will make equality for every American a possibility.

Cliff Baker   January 27th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

To Lionred,

The black voters in S.C. are NOT racist. Please stop calling them racist. Let me repeat agAIN: The black voters in S.C. are NOT racist.

IMO, the voters in S.C. were misleaded by the press into believing that the Clintons play the race card. The truth is the Obama surrogates and SC Congressman Clyburn skillfully manipulated the press and SUCCESSFULLY play the race card.

It is sad that the TV and printed presses (including the commemtators and pundits) INJECT RACE to the Democratic's Presidential Race.

The media FOOLISHLY took the baits from Obama surrogates and SC Congressman Clyburn and turns the "fairy tale" comment by former President Clinton, and the "MLK and Johnson" comment by Senator Clinton into the race issue. The fairy tale and MLK and Johnson comments from the Clintons are factual and are NOT racial.

The media took the “race card” spins from Obama surrogates and SC Congressman Clyburn. The truth is the Obama surrogates and SC Congressman Clyburn play the race card and successfully manipulated the press.

richard   January 27th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

If Clinton is finally nominated - the republicans will have the new president.

Ken   January 27th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

Dear Lionred,

Are you really Bill Clinton, just using a different screen name?

Just so you know - I'm a white male, a registered Republican, and like many other people I know - plan on supporting Barack Obama for President. Although because I'm registered as a Republican, I won't be able to vote in the primary, you can bet your bottom dollar I'll be voting for Obama come November!

GO OBAMA !!!

Roger from MA   January 27th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

I can't wait until Hillary wins, and we invade Iran on behalf of the Zionist lobby that's bankrolling her!

HILLARY 08!!

Kyu Reisch, Radcliff, Kentucky   January 27th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

Tom, you even didn't watch the primary election, what you have to say? First grade students know North and South. Shame on you.

j.r.   January 27th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Mrs. Clinton you'r going to be our next president.

Salida   January 27th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

loretta: January 27, 2008 3:41 pm ET

Senator Clinton, just let your voice be heard. As an African American woman, I believe that you are the best choice. You will prevail and become the next President of the United States. Keep the faith!

Thank you, Loretta, from another African American.

Ted   January 27th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

I am not even worried about the 2nd place win in SC. HILLARY still leads the national polls by wide margin. The game has just begun, HILLARY is a strong smart woman, she will fight to the end! As a member of the gay community, we will support HILLARY to the end! Better watch out, especially the Republicans… GO HILLARY!

CA Voter   January 27th, 2008 5:46 pm ET

Lionred said: "I can't wait until intelligent people have a chance to cast their vote on Super Tuesday. "

Ironically, the demographics that Hillary Clinton appeals to (and where her votes are coming from) are maturing female voters and voters with low education. I'll be the first to say that low education means nothing relative to intelligence, but this is not a coincidental stat.

concerned   January 27th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Hilliary will win despite all the news reporters on CNN MSNBC and Fox trying to bring her down. It's really unbelievable how they are acting. They are constantly giving their little personal digs in when interviewing anyone that is for Hilliary or from her camp.

SICK SICK - won't watch them anymore.
One comment - in my hometown newspaper today - on the front page but about 1/8th of the page - Obama wins with black vote. Does that say anything.

CA Voter   January 27th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Lionred said: "I can't wait until intelligent people have a chance to cast their vote on Super Tuesday. "

Ironically, the demographics that Hillary Clinton appeals to (and where her votes are coming from) are maturing female voters and voters with low education. I'low education means nothing relative to intelligence

Martha   January 27th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

After the voting in Nevada, Clinton flies to the midwest and tells people she is glad to be back home; after voting in SC, flies to TN and submits a letter to her supporters in SC; at least Obama and Edwards had the courage to stay and personally thank their supporters win or lose. That shows how complacent and arrogant she is for taking the voters for granted. Just hope the super Tuesday voters see what she has conniving she is along with her worn out husband.

DB   January 27th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

She left off '….in Florida.'

Anti Clintons   January 27th, 2008 5:28 pm ET

Obama!

Angie   January 27th, 2008 5:15 pm ET

It's funny…SC is racially biased because of the large amount of black support, but other states aren't racially biased just because the majority is white??? What about gender biased support??? LOL Yes, Clinton will probably win the majority votes on Super Tuesday, but I bet none of her supporters will be talking about the racial bias of white voters. It's a two-way street people. Don't look down your noses at black voters when white voters do the same thing.

teddy orlando fl   January 27th, 2008 5:12 pm ET

cant you all see hillary is the past Obama is the future if hillary wins the nomination so many democrats will hate her. Then she will lose the general election

then we will have lost Obama as a presidential candidate forever

the time is now its time for Obama and you all know this

elena   January 27th, 2008 5:09 pm ET

I, too, am an African American and I am now living for Super Tuesday when Hillary will have "routs" in many states. No Blacks, no Barack!!

Kepp going Hillary!

Tom Whitcum   January 27th, 2008 5:08 pm ET

Try to look past all the political baggage Hillary and Obama carries. It's time to take the gloves off and really look at what’s going on here.
In the words of John F. Kennedy, he said, "Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future".

I truly believe that most of the American people will come to realize that Hillary is a very powerful leader rarely seen in politics. Hillary’s natural talent of Inspirational Leadership, that lifts all kinds of people into the future of fulfilling their dreams, not just at home but worldwide. She's capable of producing tremendous progress. And when that progress is made within herself AND the American people, then real change occurs.

Hillary Clinton has just begun to fight, and I do mean FIGHT!

pam,s.c.   January 27th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

sen.clintons broad support is fading. she cannot clean up bush's mess she is part of . she has been in the senate as long as bush has been in the white house. if she is an agent of change why is she part of a congress that has a disapproval rate of 70%.

LBD in Texas   January 27th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

Hillary and Bill should bow out gracefully and go home before they damage the Democratic party and their own reputation more than they already have.

Obama '08 - vote for the person with integrity!

S.T. Umpnoe   January 27th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

More than just a political maneuver to "divide and conquer," the Clinton South Carolinian strategy resulted in a watershed event that signaled the historical end of Hillary's realistic chances to ever become President.

She may well win the nomination. But her SC campaign tactics were personal - and they emotionally wounded thousands who have experienced racism and heard the "code words" before. Given her consistent high negatives throughout the campaign, her chances in the general election were always dependent on maintaining a fragile coalition of ethic and gender groups - a coalition that is now fractured beyond repair. The wounds felt in SC are critical - and will not heal by November.

The irony is that Hillary did produce change - and that change will be a new Democratic majority in which the Clintons themselves will be marginalized.

Dusacre   January 27th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

The behavior of Clinton in the 90s turned off a lot of democrats . Had Bill behave better, many more people including democrats would have voted for the democrats, hence Al Gore would have owned. We would have had enough votes, delegates, and we would have won enough states to render the recounts and the Supreme Court irrelevant on determining 2000 elections

Bill Clinton became a huge liability for the democrats so that he could not even campaign for Al Gore.

The intellectual ability to connect the cause and effect is very necessary in politics. Those who don’t have it will always be used by people like the Clinton. They just need to do a make over, and people will follow them again.

When you think about it, the Clintons gave us Bush last time. This time they may give us McCain or Romney. With friends(candidates) like Clintons …

How can Hillary beat McCain? Can she talked about experience, the war in Iraq or the ability to unite people? She will unite the republicans, divide the democrates, scare independents, and give votes to McCain.

gene   January 27th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

I just learned that Senator Kennedy endorsed Obama. I am a life long liberal democrat [posted earier in the day] and I must say I am very disappointed. I am not going into a tirade of things regarding Senator Kennedy, but he should have stayed out of it. . All this so called concern for splilting the democratic party very well may come to past. His and Kerry's endorsement may very well be the start of that split. I am a Hillary supporter and will be casting my ballot for her to become the first woman to be president of the United States of America. Join me in that Vote!

Michael - FL   January 27th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

How anyone buys into the Clintons' (take close note how everything regarding Hillary HAS to be plural, because without her husband she is an empty shell with a lot of pent up anger inside) garbage is beyond me. Both of them are so transparent it's disturbing that people can't see thru them. They've changed their angle and tactics several times so far and they have all been subversive and undermining. Playing straight in Iowa OBVIOUSLY didn't work, so she comes out and tries to be emotional and gain more female support… then she tries to add more personality to have broader appeal… They do ANYTHING they can to build themselves up and tear their competition down. The only thing Barack has been forced to change in his campagin tactics is to rebuke the Clinton's absolute lies and go on the attack some himself. Too many people think the Clintons are squeeky clean, yet if you Google them for 10 minutes you'll be astounded at all their coverups. It's all there if you'd just LOOK. I wonder what hasn't been uncovered yet and what never will?

Obama is using the Clintons' platform?! PLEASE! Who started out the platform of CHANGE? Barack! Who is preaching it now? Hillary and several others (Edwards, Romney)! Who started out fighting for unity and not dividing amongst party lines? Barack! Who is trying to use it now?! Hillary! Listen to her speeches now (even her speech in TN last night) and see how many times she references 'unity' and 'coming together'. It's sickening. Literally every time I flip on the news and see Hillary speaking I wonder what angle/approach her advisers are going to have her take now.

Drop the stupid race issue. Barack has always been or at least attempted to be above it and yet the Clintons and obviously a lot of you try to stick to it. Reason???? If Barack is fully capable of moving beyond that STUPID label he is going to obliterate Hillary. Barack is not BLACK, he is MIXED and in my opinion he respresents this country as what it REALLY is… not some White cowboy from Texas… We are a MIXED nation. Barack can unite us all.

Iowa is ~93% WHITE and Barack trounced her there. In Nevada and NH her wins were VERY slight. In Iowa even Edwards beat her. Now that he has completely routed her in SC and the news stations are actually beginning to comment on the Clintons' very dirty tactics, people are going to begin turning around and seeing the Clintons for what they really are… A couple of power-hungry, damaged individuals. They belong in a psychology study, not the White House (again!) Wonder why I say that? Dig around and find some of the accounts of their time in the White House. Hillary apparently likes to throw things and doesn't like Secret Service on her floor… too much yelling and swearing to overhear.

Marty   January 27th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

WHEN Mrs. Clinton wins the white house, her administration will be disgraced by scandal, just like her husbands

Jeni   January 27th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

I am voting absentee for Hillary. I really hope that she wins!!! Go Hillary!!!

Jen   January 27th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Hillary, you said that after Iowa. You're a joke! And most of the country is not laughing with you, we're laughing at you.

Erica   January 27th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Hillary you have absolutely NO charisma….and using Bubba to fill that void is backfiring! Excellent….keep doing what you're doing. The more you two work in concert, the more people realize you are a dinosaur.

Gil - California   January 27th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

"Sen. Clinton has broad support out there."

LOL

db.wv   January 27th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Hillary, do not give up due to the Kennedy indorsement. History shows the Kennedy men sub-press women. They fool around and keep their wives pregnant.
It is time men in America stood up and thanked all the women that helped them get to where they are today. I am a man and it does not make me any less a man to support you. Give them Hell!!

Chris   January 27th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Lionred,

You can use intelligent people and this statement "The racist black voting.. " on the same paragraph. It just makes you look very uneducated.

K,Fl,

Regarding Hillary leading all the polls for the Super Tuesday states, - Hillary was leading the polls (by double digit margin) in Iowa, NH, Nevada and SC two weeks before the actual voting day. I am sure you know happened on the voting day. Although she won NH and superficialy Nevada, we saw her polls numbers shrinking as Obama voters start coming out or Hillary's jumping ship.

s.positive   January 27th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

Lawrence thanks for the metaphor but don't be deceived, you cannot compare her to our AMERICAN NAVAL BATTLE history okay…

Evergreen   January 27th, 2008 3:57 pm ET

It is interesting to see some Americans are go “haywire” in their anticipations over the experiment called Obama. It is more interesting to see that what now matters is not the fate of America in the days ahead but our today’s emotion and the rhetoric that accompany it. There is always a day for accounting and let no man accuse Obama for disappointing America if he becomes president tomorrow.

sharon walker   January 27th, 2008 3:56 pm ET

DEAR FRIENDS:
A WOMAN SILENT AND PROUD IS SAYING MORE THAN YOU MAY KNOW!
WORTHY ONLY RECEIVE A SMILE NOT A MAN THAT IS JUST IN YOUR MIND NOT IN THE CONGRESS VOTING WHEN SUPPOSED TO BE.

AMOUNG YOU WHO WOULD KNOW WHERE THIS NATION WOULD BE IF
ON THE ATTACK OF OUR HOMELAND MISSLES AND OR SMALL BOATS FULL OF OTHER NATIONS MILITARY COMING ASHORE OR IN THE AIR, OUR PRESIDENT WAS SITTING IN THE WHITE HOUSE PICKING HIS NOSE AND SAYING AS OBAMA DID PRESENT. NO PRESENTS FOR HIM BUT IMPEACHMENT WHETHER IN THE SENATE OR IN THE CAPITAL.

OH IMAGINE THAT RESPONSE TO THE CALL SAYING THEIR ARE THREE HURRICANES COMING INTO THE GULF. I WOULDN'T TRUST GIVING THAT WARNING TO OBAMA EVER. IN FACT SOUTH CAROLINA I WILL NEVER GIVE THAT WARING AGAIN TO ANYONE. BUT THEN MY WARNINGS MAY HAVE SAVED LIVES. NEXT TIME VOTE FOR A LEADER NOT SOMETHING OTHER.

Joyce   January 27th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

Way to go Hillary. It's very obvious that the media wants Obama to win the primaries. That's why he is getting all the positive coverage. Anyway, you have my vote in Tennessee. You might have lost a battle but you will win the war. Super Tuesday will seal it for you.
Hillary '08

Mike   January 27th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

this in responsne to lionred:

January 27, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Hillary Clinton will dominate Super Tuesday! The racist black voting will have very little effect on the upcoming states. Reminder to Obama worshippers; Jesse Jackson also won South Carolina and 10 other states. He didn't win the nomination. Likewise, Obama will suffer the same fate. I can't wait until intelligent people have a chance to cast their vote on Super Tuesday. Hillary 08!

Tell me lionred, were Iowans, (95% of whom are white), racist and unintellegent as well when they voted for Obama over Clinton ?!! . This is not about race, people are voting for a qualified untainted, hopeful, exciting candidate, for them its about the hope for something new and radically different, people are tired of the same dirty old politics that serves the benefits of a few (coprotation, special interest etc.). Obama promises to serve th interest sof all the people, white, black, latino, asian, men, women democrat, republican and independent etc., he is a uniter not a divider and thats why people are supporting him. He is sincere, likable and trustworthy. Clinton unfortunatly is just power hungry and can think of anything but herself and her own acomplishements, and she will use any means, even dirty tactics, just to win. Sorry to break this to you but on Feb 5th "intelligent people" will have their say and the oucome will surprise you and shatter all your prejudiced expectations. :)

pam Eugene OR   January 27th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

Elly
Senator Obama did not lose in Nevada so there was not need to congratulate Clinton. He actually got more delegates than she did. And what about Ohio…was that the "black" there also? Ya right!
Duck and cover Barack. The Clintons are very desperate now and the lies and distortions will come hard and fast. There is a lot at stake now and they will stop at nothing to try to win. Please Sir, continue to stay above their slime and just tell us your plans. Your honor and integrity will win this for you. We believe in you and better future for all Americans.
Barack Obama 08

PAUL PROVIDENCE RI   January 27th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

Why is it CNN can play over and over again the tit for tat with Hillary and Obama, but I can get a word printed on this site? By the way you are playing the race card CNN>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>shame on you.

loretta   January 27th, 2008 3:41 pm ET

Senator Clinton, just let your voice be heard. As an African American woman, I believe that you are the best choice. You will prevail and become the next President of the United States. Keep the faith!

CHERYL   January 27th, 2008 3:39 pm ET

PEOPLE SHOULD TAKE A LESSON FROM THIS VERY INTELLIGENT AND STRONG FORCE WE CALL HILLARY CLINTON!!!!!!!!!!!! SHE IS NOT SITTING AROUND CRYING ABOUT THE RUMORS AND DIRTY DEALINGS OR BIAS SHOWED TO HER AND HER HUSBAND!!!!!!!!!!! SHE IS MOVING FORWARD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THIS IS WHAT I WANT IN A PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!GO HILLARY 2008

Linda   January 27th, 2008 3:38 pm ET

I have a concern going on within this election and what it is showing about the average person here in the United States. Can we live as a "whole people" without big government . I think not. Could you imagine from the local level on up what daily life would be like if the few controlled our prices and supply and demand-we see it daily in some countries, Do you also believe the youngest and manipulator with a dislike to lead should lead our country because of an opportunity to check off the " we had a black pres" aren't we the bomb. Our country was founded with principles and values and established to give us certain protections. Should we now give them the total right to take away what is not in the fews best interest.? We have proven we need govt, we have been shown how the wrong group in can take away some of our liberties and rights, do we now want to celebrate the votes and endorsements of those who feel a colored man with training wheels and a Bush smile should represent us while others(the few) run amok on their agendas? I am concerned deeply we may swing this pendelem from one far side into the other. My how we will be laughed at and mocked through out the world as foolish

ABC-anyone but clinton   January 27th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Lawrence: Tell that to Slick Willy who cowardly dodged the draft.

Dem08   January 27th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Hillary is our best chance to take back the White House and actually have a leader that is truly concerned about the people she leads. I am amazed that people are dismissing her experiance as if it does not matter. Her record is out there, and she will be able to fight the tough fight for us. Its time democrats and independents and smart republicans look at this canidate and realize she is America's hope for recovery after all we have been through. Hillary is not Bill, Hillary is her own person and a great one at that. As a 40 year old male, I am ready to have a change in the White House. I want a strong, smart women to lead this country. She has earned our support and it amazes me how democrats in SC turned their backs on someone who has always had this states best interest at heart. Hillary will prevail because in the end, real issues will decide this election and real experiance will matter.

Democrats and Hillary unite to make real change for America.

erika morgan   January 27th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

I was beginning to listen to Hillary Clinton, I certainly supported her 8 years ago; but I find the attack machine distasteful and unhelpful. What I want to hear is a real concern about our countries democracy. I want to know what the candidate will do to restore the provisions of the Constitution, how they will ensure the sovereignty of each citizen rather then each dollar. In other words I want to know specifically are they going to protect my interests over the interests of mega-money contributers, and get money completely out of the electoral process nation wide.

voter Arizona   January 27th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

I totally agree with the comment about Mr. Clyburn. The statements he made it quiet clear he was for Obama. He says he is neutral but his statements yesterday were totally contradictory to that.

M   January 27th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

HILLARY CLINTON WILL TRIUMP. OBAMA IS SIMPLY NOT THE PRESIDENTIAL MATERIAL FOR AMERICA. JUST A GOOD ORATOR AND WHINING FOR SYMPATHIES. MEDIA SEEMS IS NOT BEING FAIR TO THE CLINTONS. YOU TEND TO LEAN TO OBAMA. BE FAIR.

RACE IS STILL AN ISSUE. NO MATTER WHAT YOU SAY. OBAMA WON SC BECAUSE HE IS BLACK AND MOST OF THE BLACK WILL IDENTIFY WITH HIM. PRIDE IN ONE'S RACE IS NATURAL.

M   January 27th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

HILLARY CLINTON WILL TRIUMP. OBAMA IS SIMPLY NOT THE PRESIDENTIAL MATERIAL FOR AMERICA. JUST A GOOD ORATOR AND WHINING FOR SYMPATHIES. MEDIA SEEMS IS NOT BEING FAIR TO THE CLINTON. YOU TEND LEAN TO OBAMA. BE FAIR.

RACE IS STILL AN ISSUE. NO MATTER WHAT YOU SAY. OBAMA WON SC BECAUSE HE IS BLACK AND MOST OF THE BLACK WILL IDENTIFY WITH HIM. PRIDE IS ONCE RACE NATURALLY TAKES OVER. VERY NORMAL.

Roger   January 27th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

If we as a Party think we can do with out Florida & Michigan then you need to wake up. Hillary can and will carry both of them in the general election. Obama would not carry Florida or Michigan. Dreams are nice to have but we need someone with the dream and the ability to accomplish it. If Obama is this great uniter then why is it that a great deal more Obama supporters say they will not vote or vote republican if anyone either than him is the nominee. So many hate messages from the Obama supporters. Hillary will unite and lead us to better days

Tom CA   January 27th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

Go Hillary! I'm backing you 100%.

Ginny CA   January 27th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Right on Elly! I said basically the same thing in 2 messages I sent several hours ago and both disappeared into the CNN blackhole. How are you lucky enough to get yours actually posted?

Steve Jay   January 27th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

I hope the American people are smart come Super Tuesday and vote for Hillary Clinton. It is sad that SC bought the hype and little substance of Obama, and I hope that the rest of the country is more intelligent and forward thinking when they vote.

People are foolish for buying into what Obama says, and its very disappointing how the American people have been tricked into believing it is the Clintons who have campaigned dirty, when if you actually look at it closely, it is the Obama camp that have been the architects of this.

Clinton is the best choice for the country, and its sad that people vote for someone because he has more charisma. Clinton will sort out the economy and put the country back on the right track.

It will be a sad sady day if Obama wins the nomination.

kevin from alaska   January 27th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Here's why Clinton doesn't care that she lost South Carolina (in fact she conceded Saturday morning): She lost the black vote in South Carolina and across the country. But for every black vote she lost she gained one white vote AND one hispanic vote. Hillary sold out the black vote in the primaries and caucuses because she knows in the general election they'll vote for her instead of the Republicans anyways. Obama solidified his base support of intellectuals, youth, and now blacks. Hillary has women, old folks, and now Hispanics. Nevada is probably a better indicator of how Super Tuesday will turn out than South Carolina demographics wise. The Hispanic vote will be the silent winner for Hillary most likely, which she got a big boost in during the MLK tensions. The polls from Nevada back that up. Barack needs to go after the Hispanic vote in a big way and he started in his speech last night. He also needs a big turn out from the colleges, they're back in session now so that should help. But will it be enough? Probably not…. In the end, Obama's strategy of running on change from politics as usual will probably lose to politics as usual: Hillary has a bigger piece of the core base supporters due to politics as usual.

scotty   January 27th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

it's amazing Obama made 2 speeches after his downfalls in Nevada and New Hampshire and I never heard him dwell on Hillary and that was ok and then he just moved on
but when Hillary congratulates him and moves on it's just horrible
THE MEDIA AND ALL OF THE PRESS HAve DEFINITELY PROVEN HOW BIASED THEY ARE
and then to get rid of Carville and Begala that is racist
you are all disgusting
the only amazingly fair person has been Pat Robertson
Wow!!
and so much for the Kennedys they all ran for office
and had a lot of sex in and out of the Whitehouse and of course that was ok
not to mention cleaning up the mess with Marilyn
let's see what they find out about Baraks closets
give me a break

Bill, Covington,LA   January 27th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Is it possible for any of you out there that night take time to vote on November 4th, to understand that, that is the only vote that counts? Sit back relax, and get over all this stupidity. Neither of them will be elected, regardless of the Kennedys.

Renee   January 27th, 2008 3:08 pm ET

The pre election polls have been drastically wrong twice now. I would not put too much stock in Hillary's "lead".
Obama '08

MD, Mo.   January 27th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

I don't understand why the media and SOME people are so infactuated with Obama. It seems to me there is no substance to his message. His speeches are somewhat inspiring but nothing to show for it. I am in the show-me state, you have to have something to back up the talk. He does not!
I believe Hillary can show us and will in November. GO Hillary!!

Mauri   January 27th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

The sooner the voting world moves beyond the racially biased South Carolina primary, the sooner they will learn who the silver-tongued orator is vs. the person with real heart who has spent her life extolling the grandeur of this wonderful country.

Lawrence   January 27th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

Well said, Hillary. You remind us all of the American naval hero on the verge of defeat at a naval battle in American Revolution days. When the British battleship captain asked him if he would surrender, the American hero boldly blurted back: "No, sir. I have only begun to fight!" (The American navy won the naval battle.)

Viki   January 27th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

Obama didn’t had dignity even address his supporters after Nevada.
Hillary called Barack and also congratulates him in her speech yesterday. Talking about grace and dignity. Just wait till next debates: Obama is talking in slogans and making jocks instead of answering questions.
He is not fresh air, but opportunist. His speeches full of quotes from other people.
What does he has to offer of his own?

Becky Montgomery   January 27th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Obama won more delegates in Nevada because he won more COUNTIES. That is how delegates are awarded. He earned them by winning the counties.

veronica lynne   January 27th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

I believe Senator Clinton has the best chance at winning the party's nomination.
The votes on Feb. 5 will tell us a lot.

Yoli   January 27th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

James Clyburn claims to be neutral, however, he is actually an Obama supporter. His comments were meant to motivate the African American voters towards Senator Obama. He wants it both ways. He should had been honest with the Clintons'.

lionred   January 27th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Hillary Clinton will dominate Super Tuesday! The racist black voting will have very little effect on the upcoming states. Reminder to Obama worshippers; Jesse Jackson also won South Carolina and 10 other states. He didn't win the nomination. Likewise, Obama will suffer the same fate. I can't wait until intelligent people have a chance to cast their vote on Super Tuesday. Hillary 08!

Carole   January 27th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

My word I can't believe I still have posts from last night 'awaiting moderation'! Maybe CNN could help the unemployment rate and hire some folks!!

HILLARY 2008

Ted   January 27th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Alot of people are noticing CNN's biased coverage to OBAMA in website and TV. I am deeply disappointed. I am for HILLARY and CNN is not covering her. CNN, pls. be impartial. We trust you.

HILLARY will fight back, she is a strong woman and she is focusing on her lead on the national polls. SC is really for OBAMA. Now, let us focus on the big picture, I bet you the CLINTONS will do everything to win it!

I admire HILLARY since she is a woman proving to the world that she can do it! She has alot of experience to lead us and bring us out of this mess. I want an experienced candidate who is ready to face the Republicans. Obama is not this candidate, he can gain more experience. HILLARY will win this and she is ready to lead this great nation!

Dusacre   January 27th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

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

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

Hillary and Bill Clinton may say all kind of lies and use all kind of dirty tactics to destroy their opponents. All that will not matter. Hillary will not be the next president of the United States.

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

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

The Clintons may change the rules in the middle of the game; they may want to count shamelessly the Michigan and Florida delegates. All that will not matter. Hillary will not be the next president of the United States.

Why?

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

Ronald Allen   January 27th, 2008 2:39 pm ET

Television coverage of the political process should be titled " Welcome to the soap operas". If its soap opera such as bill said obama said that hillary said, then substance of any kind has suffered. The t.v. news political gaming for sponser money has taken control of this nations political process. My vote dosent mean a darn thing because the voter turnout will depend on what the newscasters tell the viewing public hours before the primary votes take place. Yes, america cnn, msnbc, and fox television control politics, not you and I control elections. The egotistical and stupid questions asked in debates show the shallowness and absurdity of the questioners. Substance of issues will never prevail with this power that the news channels maintain. Who the hell cares what issue Bill Clinton , john edwards or hillary clinton raise with each other when we the people need to know about our childrens education, our health coverage and our job losses.
I am disgusted and vow to never vote again since you newscasters make voting meaningless to me.

ABC-anyone but clinton   January 27th, 2008 2:38 pm ET

like many ppl. are doing today after OBAMA's victory last night, i just made a huge donation to the OBAMA campaign. Clinton is so desperate!

OBAMA 2008!

elly   January 27th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

Tom, I think you mean S C not NC. Either way, at least Hillary acknowledged her supportors , the state of South Carolina and congratulated Obama. Last week was another story when Obama left Nevada without a word and tried to claim a win with undeclared delegates. Talk about being a sour grapes. He hasn't shown grace in either of his defeats and that shows the real character of a person.

K,FL   January 27th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

Senator Clinton leads in every single Feb 5th state the only state she dont lead in is in Ill. After Feb 5th it will be tough for Obama

maynard   January 27th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

watch out america. with so many states having the election on the same day much will be said the is untrue by some opponents ,,,,mostly the clintons …
i think you folks are smarter than what the clintons think. dont fall for the divide and conquer. its one of clintons favorite games..
hillary is not presidential material ,,,,,, do you want bill [the bedroom boy back as v.p.] barack obama is the fresh start he will get the country back on the right foot…barack is the future of the usa…… the clintons are headed the wrong way

jp/michigan   January 27th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

That's the attitude - stick with it Hillary. Talk about your voting record, experiences and your platform. Obama has a sad voting record, little to none experience and his platform was taken from your playbook. GO GIRL! ALL THE WAY TO THE WHITE HOUSE>

Dee Ward Mena, AR   January 27th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Tom, you don't even know what state they had the primary in. IT was South Carolina, not North Carolina, that shows how much you know about what is going on. GO HILLARY… There are many, many more states to go and you will make it….South Carolina doesn't tell the tale….It's hard to have a collapse in NC if the primary was in SC.

Ryan   January 27th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

So Change is the word of this campaign! So whats Obama's change, all I hear him talk about is the word change with no real definition! Whats his stance on the issues, ya he speaks great, but whats behind is church alter speaking is what I am worried about? Last night after CNN cut off Hillary after one minute I turned to C-Span and watched Hillary answer questions about the issues and she was outstanding! If Obama did that we would see Bush all over, as he would have to turn to his advisors! Go Hillary!

IndependentCA   January 27th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

To Tom, it was South Carolina not North.

CNN is not suppressing anything. What an ego! They have thousands of items to go through. Get over yourself.

Mike   January 27th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

I tried but i just couldnt get my self to like her, she seems like a go getter who will go to any extent just to win, she cares only about her self, she lacks sincerity., Its disgusting and disturbing. Vote for Hillary/Bill? No thanks!

Mike J.   January 27th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

Hillary can now proove to everyone who is the right person for the job.The news media (CNN) can give the selves a pat on the back as being a big part of the Obama camp.The media is so stuck on Obama it just wants everyone to get up and shut off the tv.You dont give the Clintons any good coverage only stuff you can change around to make her look bad.South Carolinas african americans and CNN gave Obama the win.BIG DEAL!!!!!! Obama is a talker and tells people what they want to hear.The truth of the matter is know one will get republicans and demicrats to work together.The only time the do is when it is an emergancy.Talk all you want Obama and Hillary Clinton will be the doer and do what she says.
CNN should start backing the person that will is the doer not the talker.Get smart voters.Wake up.The Kennedys just lost every little bit of respect they had left.I think they jumped the gun on this one.

Go Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Now its your time

Don   January 27th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Hillary Clinton will win the nomination. Experiance will win out over retoric and media bias in the end.

Quiet Mary   January 27th, 2008 1:57 pm ET

Madame President….you will be just that in a few months.

chris new york   January 27th, 2008 1:56 pm ET

hillary, there is a conspiracy in the democratic party, to get rid of you because of quarrels bill had with people like ted kennedy, tom dascher and many more. it is a revenge thing for them. they know fully well that you would make a better president. i am balck democrat, and if you are not on the ticket in november, i am voting republican. ii hope that you abandon the democratic party and run as an independent in november. the democratic party is full of hypocrites

martha   January 27th, 2008 1:47 pm ET

SC…..THEY VOTE ON RACE….OVER GENDER AS WELL AS THE ISSUE…..

HILLARY…..YOU KEEP GOING…..SC IS ONLY ONE STATE OUT OF MANY……IF YOU WIN ONE…YOU DO NOT WIN THEM ALL….

LETS TALK AGAIN COME SUPER TUESDAY…..

HILLARY 08

Joe Ossai, Bedford, NH   January 27th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

The Clintons are a joke, Husband and Wife team to run America. We are not a third world country.

Please Bill and Hillary go away, sick of you guys win at all cost strategy.

Dawit Yehualashet   January 27th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

You need to have an inside knowledge and experience to fix something and it seems to me that Hillary is the only one with that experience. How can you talk changing Washington without knowing how things work there.
All the best for Hillary!
Dawit

Mary   January 27th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

Tom, There has yet to be a primary in NC (North Carolina), much less a "collapse in NC" that the Clintons have tried to cover with "plattitudes,"…whatever that means.

What planet are you on anyway?

Garry   January 27th, 2008 1:32 pm ET

Don't count Sen. Clinton out just yet, see has alot of support and will end up on top at the convention!

AllegedRightWingConspiracy   January 27th, 2008 1:31 pm ET

Yes…it's just getting started for Obama that is!!!!!!!!!!!

Gloria, San Francisco, Ca   January 27th, 2008 1:29 pm ET

What collapse? The black vote did what it was expected to. Unfortunately, if more people would have voted in 2000 and 2004, we would not be in the mess we are economically in this country today. And, now we are paying for it so dearly, because fear of either a woman or black man is going to control the election "again". It will be kept alive by the puppet media.

My props to the independent journalists that look beyond the "reality tv" mentality of the corporate paid journalists and can report fairly without bias.

My hope that everyone no matter what their ethnicity or income will register and vote, without fear or prejudice…unfortunately, I am seeing a repeat of 2000 and 2004.

sandra   January 27th, 2008 1:25 pm ET

At the beginning of the campaign I was a Clinton voter, after seeing her campaign and the president position it made me wonder who will be the real president in addition to that the strategy use by the Clinton's campaign reflects the mess we have in Washington. We are one party! and if we want to win the presidency of 2008 we need to work better..

I think I will be casting my vote for Obama, I feel he is more inspiringly and decent than the Clinton's.

dxv2008   January 27th, 2008 1:21 pm ET

The SC Loss was the African American Vote but Nationally not a strong Voting Base.
Latino community will basically off set the AA Vote in SC. Hillary looks ready to take Florida and move into Super Tuesday, She is leading the combined Delegate Vote Still, We are looking good…

Go Hillary

Beans   January 27th, 2008 1:18 pm ET

Hellery didn't even have the decency to stay in SC and concede or thank the voters. She was off to better lands, telling the people in SC they were no longer important to her. Did anyone ever teach her manners or does she only know how to be political?

She's the type to let the baby go down the drain with the bathwater because she's done giving it a bath and Publisher's Clearing House came to her door. Tom, thanx for your comments, suppressed or non-suppressed, CNN let's read them–why were they not posted here?

alfred   January 27th, 2008 1:13 pm ET

This election in SC was an aberration that will not be seen on Super Tuesday. Hillary will prevail. Obama is a lightweight who will bring our country to the brink of disaster both economically and world wide. He has no substance or stature to be the President of the USA.

NIck Young   January 27th, 2008 1:13 pm ET

BILLARY, BILLARY, BILLARY…….Think about it

Kim   January 27th, 2008 1:12 pm ET

I am so disgusted with south carolina women, we have been held down for so long in having a voice when it comes to big decisions, we were raised to believe the man is always right… haha wake up people its 2008 not 1928 we need a woman in charge, men have had the control for too long and they have done a good job of making stupid decisions as they are often known to do…think about the men in your life and be honest…..anyway I think it is time a strong capable,and intelligent woman clean up the mess….. GO HILLARY it's not over yet, november is a while away…..

True Democrat   January 27th, 2008 1:09 pm ET

Bad news for Billary if the campaign has "just begun!" I think that's the last thing the establishment candidate wants to admit to!

Cliff CA   January 27th, 2008 1:08 pm ET

Thank you, Hillary, for all you've done for the people of our nation and for standing up for our military men and women. You have my vote and that of multitudes of voters in California. God's Speed, Hillary.

Bill in Montgomery, AL   January 27th, 2008 1:06 pm ET

I'm sure Billary is already out there looking for young female interns he can chase around the Oval Office if Hillary gets elected. I also see the Clintons have perfected the art of talking out of both sides of their mouths at the same time.

Irvin   January 27th, 2008 1:05 pm ET

Good job Bill.. please keep up your lies ,The people know the Clinton,s are not a work horse . They are lie horses .
Keep it up .

RichmondVAgal   January 27th, 2008 1:05 pm ET

Wittmann… it was South Carolina, Not NC… and just because she is not frontrunner in this particular state does not mean that she is not qualified to be an American President! Senator Clinton has an enormous amount of support across this country and it will be evident on Super Tuesday. This one state, in no way speaks for the entire country. I am extremely confident that she will ultimately become our Democratic Nominee. She has my vote!

Hillary Clinton '08

Amanda   January 27th, 2008 1:03 pm ET

First off Tom it was SC not NC that just voted and voted on race at that! The media and society can say all they want that it isn't about race, but the people of SC just proved that it is! It's fine to say you want change, but I've yet to hear what the change is going to be. Where are the specifics? Let's hear them and not all the rhetoric in speeches that invokes emotion! People need to vote for who has the best ideas about how to change our country not who evokes a sentimental feeling.

rick   January 27th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

okay i don't see what the big deal is here,, obviously black americans feel most comfortable with someone who looks more like them,, just like many white and latinos feel more comfortable with someone that looks like them,, that is not racial but personal preference,, it was not suprising that this would happen just as it was not suprising that it happened in N.H. and Nevada,, nor will it be any different when we look back after super tuesday

Anonymous   January 27th, 2008 1:00 pm ET

No the campaign began about a year ago…you can't just start over because u got spanked in SC

DP, Jacksonville, FL   January 27th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

Clinton has been very consistent about speaking not only in broad strokes, but also in detail. I hope she continues to develop and refine her plans for working with Congress and repairing a lot of the damage. While it would be unrealistic (or impossible, really) for her to outline everything she hopes to accomplish, I admire her for being more than a well-spoken visionary.

Perhaps Obama could study her technique so when the time comes he can take the reigns. Sixteen years of solid Democratic rule would be great for this country.

She'll do very well on Super Tuesday.

Victoria   January 27th, 2008 12:24 pm ET

10 more days and we will be able to get a better idea who will be our candidate. Than maybe we can start fighting with the Republican instead of each other. I hope Hilary wins…but would definately support Barack if He is our choice…No McCain or Romney please… Our troops will never get out of Iraq and all programs will go to helping the rich..The bush tax cuts for the rich will be kept in place. Everyone will keep hating us and will create more terrorist.

Jim in Orlando, FL   January 27th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

So this is what we say when it really began almost a month ago, and we haven't achieved the expected results. I got hit … "Hey Mom, that first semester report card doesn't mean anything … school has just begun … "

Chris, Jacksonville   January 27th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

Ahhh…….self-delusion.

Fred Washignton   January 27th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

Just wait until the Machine starts using the dirt the have on Obama it's going to get real nasty from here on out, but in the end Clinton will be the nominee she wont be stopped….

Ex Obama Supporter   January 27th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Go Hillary!! Just show the people how knowledgeable and warm person you are.

After watching the SC voting, I am for you. I dont want to be part of team which feeds on hatred and anger for Clintons. That is their only get out the vote technique.

Andrea   January 27th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Good Luck Senator Clinton.

Tom, Boston, MA   January 27th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Yeah, broad enough to cover the Superdelegates of the "Democratic" party, including the very Donna Brazile her royal highness self, who have been part of the unholy alliance of Bush corp / military-industrial complex / modernday loansharks called global high financiers / ideological spindoctors called neo-cons / shameless bigoted zionnists of all stripes.

Your days are numbered. We the people of this country and the world can't wait to throw all the human garbage into prison and throw the key away!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CNN, censor my comment again because it has the darn "zionists" in it. I dare you phonies.

Rita McGary   January 27th, 2008 11:52 am ET

I agree with Sen. Clinton–the campaign has just begun. Bill Clinton is behaving strategically and should not be silenced. The media bothers me the way they are portraying him as inappropriate. He is so far ahead of us that most of us do not get it.

ram   January 27th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Hillary and her husband need to keep their mouths shut attacking other people. They had their chance and messed it all up. Today she says her husband is so devoted to me. Really when did he become so dedicated to her. We are so glad Obama beat the pants off her by 2 to 1.

Mark C. Eades   January 27th, 2008 11:41 am ET

Hillary Clinton deserved the beating she received in South Carolina. Her and her husband’s behavior in recent weeks has been a disgrace, and as a former Clinton voter I have lost any respect I ever had for the former first couple. I have no doubt, however, that we can fully expect to see more dirty politics from the Clintons as we head into Super Tuesday.

Tina   January 27th, 2008 11:34 am ET

At least she congradulated him. She thanked the people of S. Carolina even though she lost. Did anyone hear Obama congradulate Clinton when she won Nevada. I'm still waiting for that. He didn't even thank his supporters. Not nice. I guess he felt his supporters were not worth thanking as he lost that state.

Marge   January 27th, 2008 11:32 am ET

Women unite-fight for the first female president who has the expierence to get this country back on it's feet. We will not be under rated—GO HILLARY!!!!!

HRC   January 27th, 2008 11:30 am ET

"this is the fun part"

Marge   January 27th, 2008 11:29 am ET

Go HILLARY!!! Wev'e just begun!!!!

J, Ca   January 27th, 2008 11:29 am ET

It's time for whites and latinos to show their power on Februray 5th.
Yes they can too.

Sheldon   January 27th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Go Hillary!!!!!

jack   January 27th, 2008 11:19 am ET

oh my God. Hillarry Clinton lost confederate flag waving South Carolina, what next Alabama & Mississippi!!

Poli   January 27th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Now Hillary is taking on the Democratic Party leadership to reinstate the delegates that were stripped from states like MI and FL who illegally moved up their primaries in violation of party rules.

What a tactic! Run unopposed in a state and then sue post-election for the delegates to count. Very shrewd.

I'm sure Bill will come in handy leaning on the Democratic party bosses to concede delegates where his wife won running essentially unopposed. Gotta love American politics.

Kissing up to super delegate fat cats and making deals with party bosses behind smoke & mirrors! :)

Go HillaryBillChelsea! :)

Ben   January 27th, 2008 11:04 am ET

It's good to know the campaign has just begun. I just hope she is not refering to the tired campaign of race-mongering, dirty politics of mischaracterization and divisiveness. But knowing who the Clinton's are, I won't hold my breath.

Zen   January 27th, 2008 10:42 am ET

Clyborn has remained neutral, give me a break.

shamous mc   January 27th, 2008 10:31 am ET

"..directing attention to the states that lie ahead"

Shouldn't that be lying to the states ahead?

Susan   January 27th, 2008 10:27 am ET

I don't want a co-presidency..that is what we would have with the Clntons. I don't want want my president so distracted from the issues at hand that she has to worry about who her husband is having relations with. America is not a third world country where only a couple of families hold presidential power….stop the Clinton/Bush dynasty. This is 21st century not the 1990's. The slash and burn "hunker down" against the right wing conspiracy and all enemies mentality of the Clintons IS NOT WHAT WE NEED. We live in dangerous times. We need a leader to meet the demands of the 21st century.

This not an issue of race..it is an issue of right. Over 200 years ago, a slave owner who loved a slave named Sally Hemmings wrote, "we hold these truths to be self evident, that all men are created equal and endowed by their Creator with life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." -Thomas Jefferson

This time we have a chance to elect a man who will help us get it right..not based on race..but on intelligence, purpose and vision.
GO OBAMA AND MAKE US ALL PROUD!

Mike O   January 27th, 2008 10:27 am ET

Maybe Donna Brazile needs to look outsied the CNN offices to measure Hillary's support; it's certainly clear enough her statement applies to CNN's people, even when in front of the camera.

joe   January 27th, 2008 10:24 am ET

i guess we will have to watch as the events of the next few weeks unfold. the races of this election cycle are not anything any of us have seen. it may or may not get all the way up to the conventions at all. the fear of uncertainty may sway people to take a firmer stance and support the person whom they percieve in a more positive light. if this happens, these races will not have the ending that so many are already predicting.

V for Vendetta   January 27th, 2008 10:12 am ET

Future of Democratic Party is now hobbling.
Following is a reasonably high probability of things to come.

Obama & his supporters (Dean, Kerry & Kennedy et. al) have now concretised their base to be: 60% of democrats who are college graduates; 80% of African American men, 50% of African American women.

Hillary & her supporters (Bill, Spitzer, Rangel, Carter et al) have now concretised their base to be: 65% of registered women democrats; 50% of African American women, 80% of hispanic & asian democrats, 30% of democrats who are college graduates, 60% of registered democrats who are non-college graduates.

Result: Splintering of Democratic Party in Mar-Apr of this year and with the following Presidential Race make up:

New Democratic Party: Obama as Pres & Bloomberg as VP
Republican Party: Romney as Pres & Giuliani as VP
Old Democratic Party: Clinton as Pres & Rangel as VP or and outside chance that Edwards might also be considered for VP.

Jeff Spangler, Arlington, VA   January 27th, 2008 10:09 am ET

I hope the race is not decided until the convention, where the party can take a hard-headed look at who can best beat whatever rough beast the GOP serves up.

jyfranca   January 27th, 2008 10:08 am ET

This is the same old story of clinton.she says campaign has started does she mean that she wants us to forget on baracks huge victory in south carolina and concentrate on new fight?She cant convince anybody she is loser

gene   January 27th, 2008 10:04 am ET

Solid win for Obama, but it oes not change my opinion. If he wins the nomination,he will lose the general election and we will have four to eight more years of republican rule. I am a liberal democrat that has lived down here in the south for almost 60 of my 82 years. Don' let your heart rule your head.Think. He will win no southern or border states and that includes Florida. He will lose Ohio, Pa. aand michigan and others as well. The S.W. was big due to the turn out. 200,000 more than 2004, but again it was because of the black vote. He only got 24% of a white vote, which was not much larger than 2004. Jessie Jackson carried the state in 1988. S.C. last elected a democrat in the general election in 1976 and that was jimmy Carter and that was because he was from Georgia and before that it was LBJ in 1964. S.C. has not had to much meaning when it comes to selecting the Democrat nominee. Last, but not least, if he is the nominee the republicans will tear him apart and the democrats will face the lose of senate and house sears.

Ann   January 27th, 2008 10:02 am ET

It's nice to see that Hillary Clinton, unlike Obama, knows that the proper action is to congratulate the winner.

The racial divide in our country is about more than just the numbers. It's about perception, too. The campaign was laced with racism, but it was anti-white racism from where I sit.

It makes me feel bad that Obama's supporters cry racism whenever anyone even challenges him on his record, on the facts of who supported him, on his own notions. It seems we have a Democratic candidate who arouses great feelings of victimhood.

I agree with Obama. This is a new change. It's not one I applaud, either.

Danny   January 27th, 2008 9:58 am ET

Did she really say this? "Sen. Clinton has 'broad' support out there." Possibly the biggest blunder of all time!

Jim   January 27th, 2008 9:53 am ET

I hope that we democrates now understand that the Clinton Machine is hurting our party. I still remember reading how disgraceful the Clinton exit from the white house 7 years ago. Hopefull, Senator Obama will not allow the Clintons to pull him into the gutter for a fight. The Clintons will win that fight in that place through experience.

Jim

vaser   January 27th, 2008 9:45 am ET

Obama is going to be president of the united states and you can't do anything about it. For too long you white people have kept our wages low. Obama has promised to double all wages and give free health care to everyone. Doctors and nurses make too much money.

Independent   January 27th, 2008 9:44 am ET

I still can't believe the way Clinton left SC because she lost. Her advisors must have told her not to do it. Maybe she is the type who does not listen to advice when she is angry. What kind of message does she hope to send to the rest of America with that behavior?

dorothy   January 27th, 2008 9:40 am ET

No big surprise, everyone has been reporting for weeks that obama would take sc. heck they voted for jesse jackson down there lol. obama can't keep running on being black, he has nothing to say except ,,,, we shalll overcome,,,, and ,,,,change,,,,,, well that doesn't get it in the long run, has to come up with sensible plans, etc, anything else is just rhetoric playing the race card, Hillary has the real expericne the real plans, Republicans are pushing for obama cause they know that is the only way they could take the white house again would be to run against obama. good grief lets hope people vote sensibly and don't shoot themselves in the foot in the long run

june hall   January 27th, 2008 9:38 am ET

This Obama "hype" will go away.Hillary is going to be the next President!!!Those "campaign killers",backed by Republicans,are hard at work,trying to get Hillary out of the race,because Republicans are afraid of Hillary,but they know they can beat Obama!!!They just want Hillary out.She has what it takes to win. J.H.

Bridie   January 27th, 2008 9:36 am ET

The media made this abour Race and South Carolina fell right in line. Let's jus