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Hillary is one of the strongest women I have ever seen, and I believe she will be a great president when elected in 2008! Go Hillary

I've never blogged before, so just curious. What does it mean to say that my "comment is awaiting moderation"?

Hi My Name is Hillary Clinton-Bush I am here in TOTAL betrayal of a Pledge I agreed to with the other members of the DNC. I just wanted to give you a preview of how I plan on RULING as your next Quee-- I mean President. I will do ANYTHING I want in spite of promises made and rules I agree too. After all I will be the Decieder and I can do what I want right?

Hillary is a traitor to her party and should be sancioned for breaking the agreement that SHE pledged too.

I lost friends defending the Clintons over the years!! WHAT A FOOL I WAS!!!!! No More.

So laughable how the OLD DEMOCRATIC PARTY BIG WIGS are scrambling to STOP BILL CLINTON from being the STAR OF THE PARTY again, once Hillary gets to be President!!!!!! They're using Barack to block this possibility. EVERYBODY WANTS TO BE THE STAR. Poor Barack, they are using the poor kid....but what does he know, he is too new and too inexperienced to know whats going on. SHAME ON YOU, OLD FOGEYS!!!!!

Oh, suddenly Hillary is interested in FL after being swamped in SC.

What were you thinking when you agreed not to campaign in FL?

Obama '08

To all of you Obama supporters:

Can someone please tell me about his 15-plus years with ties to Antoin "Tony" Rezko. If it were Clinton with these ties you would be all over it.

Last time I checked, Florida was part of the U.S. Why should she not be in Florida?? If you're fine with a candidate who will neglect the state simply because it won't win him the election, than Obama's your man. Remember, the election is in November and Florida will remember Hilary.

The DNC ruling states that there will sanctions against any campaign if the committee had stripped the state of 50% of the delegates. Since they stripped 100% of the delegates there is no sanctions against any campaign wishing to campaign in the state. Neither candidate is in any violations since the DNC characterizes the Florida Primaries as just a “Beauty Contest”

does anyone (including the hillary supporters) think that she actually would have gone to FL to campaign (right, fundraise, sorry) if she'd won SC? i can't believe these florida voters who thinks hillary "cares about your voice". she cares about winning a PR battle.

duh.

Cheers to Madam President!!! Can't wait to see the whole nation united and prosperous under her presidency.

yup..sad but true...99% of hillary haters blogging are scared- to- death- republicans that will say anything to not have her in the general; election...btw..has anyone found out who this Obamo guy is?...i cant seem to find any records on him

Typical Clinton. She agreed with the other candidates and the DNC not to go to Florida and guess where she is? Her word means nothing to her. She is a win at all cost person without an ounce of honor. She says it is because she is the only one who cares about Florida when the truth is she is the only one who can't seem to tell the truth and fulfill her promises.
I admire Edwards and Obama for keeping their promise with great person sacrifice.
She will make a big deal out of it later that she believes all vote should be counted and the others don't. The DNC would seat the delegates in these two states if they had not moved their primary dates. This was known for months. So she lies and gets rewarded for it and the two other men hold true and she wants them to climb into the gutter after her.
How can we ever believe any of her promises when she lies so much. Hillary is not what America wants or needs. He need honor and truth in politics and the Clinton have none.

I don't blame the people of Florida for being angry that their votes won't count, but in a way they will count, all the candidates are on their ballot, lets see who Florida supports.

It would be nice if some of you did some research before opening your uninformed mouths.

- All candidates are on the FL ballot.
- The DNC allowed candidates to fundraise in the state.
- Obama attended a fundraiser in FL last November.
- Obama is the one breaking the rules by having national ads shown in FL.

A little objectivity goes a long way...........

How is Hillary a "tough" woman? Her husband got more attention than she did because they needed him. I want to see a woman in the white house. But I want her to wind because she was the candidate, not because her husband is the shadow candidate. What about President Boxer? What about President Pelosi? They both have a nice ring, don't they?
In regards to Florida, I wish they didn't move their primary forward. But they did and the Clintons agreed to that rule a year ago. Everyone's vote will count in the national. (hopefully)

Omar Norfolk VA,
Your post about hind parts wallloped made me laugh, thanks!
Yes, I agree with you, why didn't Hillary speak up last year when the rules were set? She took everything for granted then. Now she's worried and is getting desperate daily.

Patty,
Hillary doesn't care about the people of Florida having the right to vote. She only wants those votes for her own benefit NOW because she's afraid her support is slipping. It's the usual cheat/lie business with her and Slick Bill.

FLORIDA MATTERS! PEOPLE IN FLORIDA MATTER!

You guys it's just the primary... it's not like they are taking away your contitutional right to vote for the president. Rules were broken therefore consequenses follow

Hey concerned "BILLARY" supporters, why wasn't she soooooo concerned about the rights of Florida and Michigan voters last year when the rules were set about the primaries????? Please spare me the "she is concerned" song and dance.

Yes, she is concerned because she got destroyed saturday night. Her long time family friend and a DNC HUGE power player is endorsing Obama today. She sees that she is in HUGE trouble that is what she is truly concerned about.

I can tell you now, the polls are very wrong about Billary in FL. The tide has DEFINITELY changed away from her here in the sunshine state. FACT!

All you Hillary-supporters sound delusional and have short memories. The DNC stripped delegates away from Michigan and Florida in late August of 2007. When Hillary was ahead in all the polls in early September 2007, there wasn't a peep out of her and her campaign. Now that Hillary is in a true battle for the Democratic nomination she wants to change the Democratic party rules.

Hillary is the only Democratic candidate pushing Florida into national attention for Democrats knowing that a win in Florida is meaningless from a delegate count but a win gets her some additional national exposure on Feb. 5th. Make the right choice!

Obama in '08!

NOW she fights for the rights of the voters of Florida, one year later after getting her hind parts walloped in South Carolina on Saturday. Why didn't she speak up for them last year when the rules were being set??? BIllary is so full of it. LOL

Florida Democrats:

The Florida primary is not the General Election. It is for the Democratic Party to select a nominee. All state and local parties must abide by the party regulations if they want to remain a member of the national party. The party bosses in FL decided to move up the states primary in violation of the party rules.

If FL democrats feel disenfranchised, why didn't they take it up with their state party officials? It was well published that if the state insisted in moving its primary, its delegates wouldn't count.

Apparently, once again, FL Democrat voters are either too dumb to realize what happened or don't think the party rules should apply to them. Either way, you look ridiculous!

Either way, the 800+ super delegates outnumber the 210 FL delegates, so your vote really doesn't matter any way this year. (It's like having 4 Florida's worth of loose cannons rolling around at the convention.)

You break the rules, pay the price. Get over it!

Residents of Florida and Michigan, if you want your votes to count in the primary, than demand that the state party follow the rules. And this demand that "all" votes should count is ridiculous. If Billary really wanted everyone's votes to matter in the primaries, she would have fought for Florida and Michigan to be reinstated last year, and that all primaries/caucuses be held on the same day, so that no one is disenfranshised because their primary is late, and their choice of candidates has dropped out, or isn't doing well.

I don't care who won Michigan or who is ahead in Florida, I think it's really unfair to the voters there that they are basically being told they don't matter. It's not their fault the primaries were moved up. They have as much right to have their vote count as anyone else.

She just believes that Floridians should have the right to vote.

Of course it's about race and gender! But mostly and sadly, its still about gender. If a woman is tough, she's called all sorts of nasty names. As a woman, I'm proud of Hillary's toughness. Politics and messy world events are tough business. Ya think Oprah made it because she's a softy? Or Madeleine Albright? Or the female Supreme Court justices? Or any female corporate CEO? Or any mom who successfully raised her children? Hardly. Go, Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am so torn between Obama and Hillary. As a woman, I think it's time for a woman president and I believe Hillary is a strong, "takem by the cajones" kind of woman. I think she could hold her own with any leader from any country. I also like Obama. When I heard him speak four years ago at the Democratic national convention, I was moved because I believed he would be "big" in the Democratic party. So, I will listen more intently in the next months to the both of them. You who are blasting Hillary must be Republicans, or at least many of you probably are. If you are not, it is you who are not listening to what Obama is saying about all the division in this country and about change. I agree with Mary above, if this is change, I want no part of it. George Bush and the Republicans have done a good job tearing this country apart. Sure, you have a right to your opinions, but many are so hateful and off target. Those of you who would vote Republican if Hillary is the nominee must have a short memory and don't really care about what has taken place the last eight years. This country has suffered greatly at the hands of this administration and cannot continue under Republicans "rule".

I can see why the candidates argue and bicker so much; because everytime I read the blogs individuals comments are essentially doing the same thing. Most may say its healthy debate, but if you truly read some of the comments that is not what their language suggests. And, for those who think that Hilary was campaigning, you are wrong. The pledge that all three candiates signed said they wouldn't campaign, but they were allowed to host fundraisers; which is what Hilary did. She had a private fundraiser that was no even open to the public.

This election bothers me because people on both the Democratice and Republican side are voting for individulas they "like", even though they have never met them, without even knowing what their stance is on the issues.

I urge everyone to look at the websites for all candidates, Democratic and Republican, and then vote your conscience!

We run our households. When we have a problem we turn to each other. The words we are using are the words of men. We’re repeating their words. Why is Hillary so reviled? We as women are the fabric that holds this country together. Men just take the credit. Men in general have deserted us, our children and our parents. We raised those men. We’ve coddled those men. We have stood behind them. It’s time to equal the playing field. Hillary has put up with all of their ribald jokes, attacks on her credibility, and their boiler room approach to the issues that this country faces. I see all the men who have worked in the senate coming out against Hillary and I have to ask myself why? I see men who have ran for president and lost, are against her and I have to ask myself why? I see great women of our time that have always been supported by women coming out against Hillary and I ask why? I see Democrats who have never declared for one candidate or the other, but waited until the primary was done and supported whatever man won, against Hillary. We as women are afraid to even say these things and I ask myself why. Men have no respect for us and some women have bought into their agenda. Of course this is a very sexist thing to say. They have thrown so much male sexism our way they have us living by it and considering it the gospel. Never before in the history of a presidential race has the way someone looked had so much more import, than the way that person thinks. I am tired of hearing about how Hillary’s Campaign keeps attacking those poor men. I am tired of hearing that former president Clinton will be serving four terms if Hillary wins. How dare anyone dismiss her right to have a chance because he was the president? I am tired of the mere suggestion that because he dares to give her what she gave him (loyalty) he is tainting his legacy as a president. She has put forth real solutions to the economy, the war in Iraq, healthcare etc. She knows the nuances of her solutions and she gives details. This race is no longer about the issues our country faces because the men have no comprehensive answer to Hillary’s real solutions, her intellect and her ability to stay on point, in the face of such adversity scares the hell out of men and some women. We have got to elect a woman for president. Why not now? If men do not think this woman is qualified then they think no women will ever be. She has all the goods. She is well known throughout the world. She will take a lot of power to Washington because we will be standing proudly behind her. No I do not agree with everything she says. I have voted for men that I did not agree with on all the issues but I guess that’s ok. She has to be twice as good as all the other candidates and she is.

It was very foolish of the DNC to disenfranchise the voters of Michigan and Florida. First, Democrats should never discount anyone's vote. Second, if the leadership of Florida and Michigan want to have a voice in the selection process instead of ceding the decision to Iowa, New Hampshire, and South Carolina, then that is their business. I am tired of those states having a disproportionately loud voice in the process.

At the convention, I predict that both the Michigan and Florida delegations will be seated on a voice vote.

I think all the candidates should have campaigned there in defiance of the DNC.

Will people get off that "republicans are posting here"? Just because many of us think Clinton is trying to change the rules does not make us republicans. That's just silly. REALLY SILLY. I am so sick of this vast right wing conspiracy line of reasoning. Just one more reason we need to move beyond Clinton. Besides, most polls show McCain beating her, not Obama. Those are facts. Grow up.

Are we surprised that Clinton is trying to change the rules mid stream? The good news is that we can now see through such ploys. Florida is a great state. I lived there for 14 years. I just wish that it did not move up their primary date. But they did and everyone what would happen. So, the next states happen on super Tuesday. End of story. Its going to be a good race.

Go Hillary!

Dem

Bloomberg Joins the race because of the Clinton Divider.

Same old experience of playing race card is irrelevant today, SC sent you a clear message Hillary

I would of thought this to be true about the GOP.

More than ever we need a change.

When Obama is not on the ticket this fall, watch the turnout drop.

The young people see very little connection with her as the polls have indicated.

Oh Yes, She allows her daughter to speak now.

A little too late

GOP are already measuring the windows of the W.H.

So, Go Hillary!

Hilary is not campaigning. There are no public events. She is attending a private fundraiser. all of hte candidates agreed to this. Obama's problem is htast no one wnats him in Florida. Also he has been very loud abt how it shdn't count. Yeah, guy, because you can't win there.

As a republican, it is nice to see democrats self destruct themselves. In Nov, even if they win 90% of swing states, they will still need to win atleast one southern state to win the white house. Do they believe they have better shot at wining any southern state than Florida? Even an energized dem base fell short in 2000 by less than 300 votes. And excluding them in Primary is really going to energize them for November? May be they believe they can win Texas on their way to the White House.

In his 1996 memoir, "Dreams From My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance," Obama wrote candidly about his high school-era drug use: "Pot had helped, and booze; maybe a little blow when you could afford it. Not smack, though."

You don't think the repubs are going to be all over that if he wins the primary?

or this...?

The Harvard Law School graduate sometimes playfully breaks into vernacular, which seems to amuse him and his audiences greatly.

"I need you to grab Cousin Pookie to vote," he told a crowd in Kingstree on Thursday. "I need you to get Ray-Ray to vote."

The DNC handled both Michigan and Florida very poorly. At least the RNC made a better effort.

Hillary Voted for War with Iraq
Hillary Voted to authorize the war with Iran 2007.

Running against herself in florida because of Howard Dean. Save face

Howard Dean needs to be removed

Go Hillary! the Nominee, the divider

Party split

GOP 08

I think it's ridiculous that they've stripped Florida of delegates. The people of Florida have a right to choose the Democratic candidate.

desperation... now that she's loosing she wants to go to florida AFTER she said she would'nt. Then she's gonna try to fight for delegates. IF the DNC gives her any delegates it will show that the republicans arent the only corrupt ones

Florida will get recognized at the convention.

The stunts that Hillary is pulling will divide the party at the convention.

GOP will have a easy way as president.

1960 many minorities switched to the DEM party.

Hillary is now pimping the latino Vote

Hillary O8, Nominee as the Divider

Howard Dean has weakened the Dem. Party.

As I predicted in SC Edwards was Hillay's spoiler

Go Hillary!

GOP wins in November

Let's review...

IA- Obama won more delegates
NH – Obama and Clinton tie in delegates
NV – Obama won more delegates
MI – Clinton beat nobody, no delegates awarded
SC – Obama won more delegates

Overall, Obama is winning the vote total by a land slide....

When do we get to the part where Clinton is leading or is the front runner?

Now Clinton is going to Florida in the hope to stop the momentum Obama has gained off of SC. The people of Florida deserve to be heard, but not at the cost of dividing the Democratic party even further. The party decided (INCLUDING CLINTON) to not count the delegates in Florida.

Crazy...why would anyone vote for her? I just don't get it.

I thought the Obama supporter were supposed to be the intellegant ones...READ!!!!!!
All of them can do fund raisers in Florida..The only one campaining here is Obama with Tv adds....Please tell me how she cheated??????Why are you scared becasue when the results come out her winning the momentum goes to her super tuesday..
wahhhhwahhhhwahhh cry babies!!You guys act like Obama himself

Hillary,we are proud of you.You will the best President we have had since Bill Clinton.Good Luck,Go for it!

Obama had ads in Florida. Besides whoever wins the democratic nomination HAS to win Florida to become president in the general election. Heeelllooooo. Remember Bush/Gore. Hillary is a smart woman. IF she wins the nomination at least Floridians will not punish her for ignoring the sunshine state.
Go Hillary.
YOU ARE THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE USA.

It shows that Unlike Obama, Hillary will not abandon the people of Florida.

Plain and simple.
If you do not like it, just too bad !!!

Later in the day CNN will report when Hillarity goes to the bathroom, probably standing up.

I AM A SOLDIER......I DON'T LIKE IF A FUTURE COMMANDER-IN-CHEIF....WILL DO ANTHING TO WIN. THIS GOES AGAINIST EVERYTHING THAT I LEARN DOING MY MILITARY EXPERIENCE......

I AM A INDEPENDENT AND THIS DOES NOT LOOK FAVORABLE TO ME AS I LOOK AT MY FUTURE LEADER.....MY LIFE IS IN THEIR HANDS AND......IT SEEM TO BE BUSHism --MY WAY OR NO WAY.....THIS REALLLLLLLLY BOTHERS ME. I LOVE THIS COUNTRY AND WILLING TO DIE FOR IT BUT A SELFISH POLITICAN......I WILL NOT......PLEASE HILLARY...OBAMA...EDWARD....LEAD BY EXAMPLE.

BE.....Be a leader of integrity, loyalty, commitment
KNOW.....know the people you are leading
DO.......Do what you say

Eddy and Mark-

Explain to me how she's breaking the rules if she's attending a fundraiser??? From what I understand they are allowed to attend fundraisers so what's the issue????

Stop looking for her to break the rules. You're reaching....she's withing regulations they agreed to.

Obama has campaign ads in Florida as he had in Michigan so why isn't that being discussed on here??!?!?!

All candidates are allowed to attend FUNDRAISERS. She's attending a FUNDRAISER!!! Why are you people making comments on here READING first before commenting????

It's Monday. Relax a little.

Hillary obviously cares about giving the disenfranchised voters a VOICE in FL and MI. That speaks volumes about her interest in this country. My respects to Hillary Clinton.

I think its funny how CNN just post a pic of her getting off the plane in Florida. Like they are starting something here. CNN has lost it. They are so anti-Clinton its sad.

Matt Lyons..Im sure your a dog yourself....But to call Hillary ugly must mean your about 12 so I Understand. Thats about the average age of Obama fans!

Im glad Matt knows whats going on in Hillarys head.

SHE IS DOING A FUNDRAISER!!!! NOT CAMPAINING!!! That is allowed. If you don't know the rules, don't post something stupid!!

and YES..Obama has commercials playing down there, national or not, they are still airing in Florida!!

Since CNN will not post Pro-Clinton things..I will try and repost my comment again!!

Hillary GO HOME!

Florida has no use for liars and cheaters.

Hillary will win. The majority of Americans do not like special laws for certain groups of people and although Hillary is not the exact answer for the Dems, she is the best they can do unless the Dems decide to put Edwards at the top and have a better chance of winning in November!

Perhaps a Ron Paul -John Edwards ticket would heal the wounds of this country and get us all back on track to doing what the Founding Fathers intended!

By the way ..

Did anybody hear CNN reporting on Obama's ads in FL ?

Shocking .. hmm?

Why don't CNN make it official that they endorse Obama ?

Tom Wittmann January 27, 2008 8:26 pm ET

"EXITUS ACTA PROBAT" (the end justify the means)

Oh, Tom, you are soooooo intelligent, informed and retro...

Hint: Latin is a dead language for a reason... I'm sure you can relate to that!

WE LOVE YOU MADAM PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I CANNOT WAIT UNTIL YOU WIN! SO MANY PEOPLE (MOSTLY THE MEDIA) HAVE BEEN BIAS TO YOU BUT YOU STAY POSITIVE AND ON TASK! THAT IS WHAT WE NEED IN A LEADER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I HAVE ALREADY VOTED FOR YOU, SO HAS MY MOTHER AND FRIENDS!! I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU WILL WIN! HILLARY 2008

Hillary, Obama and Edwarda are ALL in the ballot in Florida. The three of them made a PLEDGE not campaign in Florida like putting ad campaign, Obama BROKE HIS PLEDGE, he has AD CAMPAIGN running in Florida.

Obama will do and say anything to win!

No more "your comment is awaiting moderation" please!
If Billary care about Floridian votes, why didn't she fight for their votes (and Michigans' ) against the unfair DNC rules before the primaries? Is it because she waits until she is sure she would win? I heard that Obama wanted to pull out the TV ads but the TV station refused, is it true?

Did half of you read the article? All candidates are allowed to have fund raisers there. And in point of fact, none of them are supposed to be running ads according to the agreement they made, yet Obamba is doing so. I don't see anyone reporting on that.

I agree that by ignoring Florida the Dems are risking alienating some of their constituency. And the candidate who is supposed to do the right thing no matter what (Obamba) is quoted as saying "Florida is just a beauty contest". So he is all about equality… as long as you are equally for him?
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kathy makes a great point. There is no doubt its almost IMPOSSIBLE for Clinton to win if the media keeps HYPING its Manchurian Candidate. Having Kerry and Kennedy endorse Obama is great but they have been grooming him since 2004. Its nothing against Clinton.

Its more the fact that only CNN bothered to report that the entire Bobby Kennedy children are supporting Clinton.

The main thing here is that Edward Kennedy is not some major GURU to Democratic voters. If JFK or Bobby Kennedy were alive, their endorsement would carry HUGE weight.

Ed Kennedy is a guy who couldnt even make the democratic ticket, has a long standing drinking problem, and got away with manslaughter in 1968. This is what older americans remember.

Oh and she can come to florida for fundraisers you people need to read and listen.wow and they let you people vote wow .
Go Hillary Im there with you all the way Hillary 2008.
and fire Bill get him off the campain.

this comment is for james brown there .and i suppose the first black would ?and if so tell why.Obama is a blaton lyer.so how does this make for a president of this country ?and hes black.and he vants black votes hes not for all people.he actually plans to do nothing to people other then the blacks.
boycott cnn&cbs

Matt, don't get excited too fast, Obama's ad was in Florida weeks ago, he violated first, are you watching Hillary's movement only? Be honest and fair, you learned from Obama so well. Nice try.

Seems to me Hillary needs to fire Bill get him off he campain.He acts as though he wants he to lose.get Bill off the campain Hillary.

Sen. Clinton, trust American voters, they are smarter than Obama's supporters. Keep it up, you have my support and all of smart people's, also you have the best supporter, Bill Clinton. Nobody in this world is more professional, brilliant and great politician than President Clinton, be proud of him, I am behind of you.
Hillary Clinton for President, 2008.

I just wanted to take a moment and thank Hillary Clinton for listening to us here in Florida! I know she will win here in a landslide. Thank you for being there for us, because we will be there for you in November! To all of you who are writing such hateful things about Hillary: If this is the change we have to look forward to, I want no part of it.

GO HILLARY!!!!

You know for all you haters of Hillary and the Clintons, go to hell, because Bill Clinton and now Hillary Clinton are the best choice for America and the people of America, and they would do anything to see America go foward, for those people that hate them, they must hate America.

GO HILLARY 08-White House

Azar : Do your homework. Hillary didn't break any Democratic Party rules.

obama 08 for getting things done on a bi-partisan level for all Americans, and replacing the politics of fear, with hope for a better day in America!

What is Hillary doing in Florida?? Correct me if I'm wrong but didn't this whole thing go down like this:

Iowa and Nevada have non-binding agreements as "caucus states" and therefore can hold early primaries. They *legally" held early voting.

This year states such as Michigan and Florida decided to make their own rules, announcing they would hold early primaries, even though this was against party rules. They didn't wait for an answer because lets face it, Florida knows it's a powerful state. It wanted to throw it's weight around and be a big player early in the race.

Both party committees moved to penalize Florida for it's decision, based on the idea that rules and regulations are meant to keep order in the political process. What happens when other states follow their lead? The DNC had to come down on them, it had no choice. I don't see this as a simple matter of "let people hear Florida's voice!" Florida couldn't wait their turn and gave up their voice. It stinks but they made their bed and now they have to sleep in it. It's a lesson for us all.

The candidates agreed to not campaign in Florida, honoring the rules of their party. This was a collective agreement between the candidates and their party leaders to stand for order and rule abiding leadership. This is when Society shines. This is when it's people can have faith in the mechanisms that hold society together, keep order in a place that is threatening to always unwind.

Hillary has broken her promise and marched right into Florida. On the record it's a fundraising mission, and off the record it's a campaign for votes. The Clintons seek to tally these empty votes and publicize the winnings so that the rest of the country will see that they have support of another big state before they go into Super Tuesday. It's too tempting.

Hillary gets the senior vote every time and she can't resist. Its like the cookies your Mom told you not to touch and you can go along with Mom right up until the point you become really hungry, and there they are, sitting there in that cookie jar, just there for the taking.

Problem is, it would seem that Hillary is not a kid any more. She's the mother in this story, and her obligation is to set a sterling example for the country. After the Bush / Rove years, isn't anyone else ready for a new era where rules actually stick?

I think Hillary is "Bush-lite" in more ways than just the Iraq vote.

Please correct me with sound reasoning if any of this sounds wrong.

I'm ready to vote for integrity on Feb 5th.

I think a lot of good will come out of that foundation.

THE NAMES OF ALL THREE DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES ARE ON THE BALLOT IN FLORIDA!!

IT'S NOT AGAINST THE RULES FOR ANY OF THE CANDIDATES TO ATTEND FUNDRAISERS!! Clinton is attending a fund-raiser for ALL the democratic candidates!!! Edwards and Obama should probably be thanking her for helping them fill their coffers!

CLINTON ABSOLUTELY IS NOT BREAKING ANY RULES! She is not campaigning for herself. She isn't even advertising there.

Oh wait. By way of television ads he's running there, it looks like IT'S OBAMA WHO'S THE CHEAT!

Everyone else has been able to make nationwide ad buys that exclude Florida. What's his problem with doing the same?

Where, oh where are his high-flown values now?? And where's all that "change" he keeps talking about? Advertising when he promised not to campaign there looks like some of that ol' time politicking to me.

Bill is tied in with the skull and bones guys you would imagine that hillary is too.. wait so is bush... wait are some of you mindless women voters actually fooled b y this? around around we go, using the minds of the women this time instead of the mid-westerners. do your homework women..... or well be stuck with another 8 years of maddness.

Now that I see Ted Kennedy is Supporting Obama, I have to now say I am voting for Hillary Clinton. I thought Obama was running on Change and New Ideas???? He sure does take those endorsements from the big "INSIDERS" though. I am glad I am not falling for it anymore. Vote Hillary!!

I can see that a bunch of republicans are in here posting blogs against Hillary again....just goes to show who theyre afraid of in november.
GOOOOO HILLARY 08!!!!

Hillary didn't your mother ever tell you that "Cheaters Never Prosper"?

Have you no shame? Will you stop at nothing to win? I hope that you actually lose in a race against no one. In fact I encourage every Florida voter to write in Anybody But Clinton for a vote and when she loses a one person race she will finally realize that America has had enough of the Clintons.

This thread has turned into "idiots on parade." Obama has no interest in talking about Florida because Clinton has a 2-1 lead in the polls there. Yes she agreed to NOT CAMPAIGN there and she is not (except somebody tell Obama he is not supposed to be running TV ads...oops, right he's the media darling no-one wants to pick on).

All the candidates agreed to FUNDRAISING there and that is what she is doing. She is also drawing attention to Florida because a.) she will do well there (duh) and b.) Why would you want to disenfranchise an entire state of voters who will be absolutlely critical to winning the general election in November? That has to be the dumbest thing the DNC has done in a long, long time. If Gore had won Florida (some say he did) we proabably wouldn't be in the mess we are in today – yet the DNC penalizes Florida and Michigan (two critical states) and arbitrarily allows Iowa, Nevada, SC, and New Hamphshire to move up their dates without penalty.

The voters of Florida are the losers, the Democratic Party is the loser if Clinton doesn't make an effort to let Florida voters feel like they have a voice. Obama, if e were really the bigger man, would do the same despite being down 2 to 1 in polls there (that has nothing to do with who is on the ballot THEY ARE ALL ON THE BALLOT).

Of course she will do anything to win. But don't let that surprise you. Every last one of the candidates from all sides will do the exact same thing. They are all politicians, and will do anything to win. Show me a politician who won't do anything to win, and I will show you someone who will never be President. Think about it... You know it's true.

Obama didn't break any pledges. The accusation is utter crap. He bought NATIONAL ads, which means ads on MSNBC and CNN, and other cable channels. Any play in Florida was unavoidable, and was not an attempt to campaign there. Hillary just wants some excuse to break a promise.

Ew.
Why would anyone want Hillary as president, she's really ugly.
I mean like...we don't want an ugly woman representing us.

Hillary for the lose.
Barack for the win.

How can she call herself a Democratic candidate when she breaks the Democratic Party rule? She did the same thing in Michigan. She is desparate.

Don't tell me this is not a gender and race election.

OK for all you Billary supporters im going to say this once.
HILLARY AGREED WHEN THE RULES WHERE MADE WAY BEFORE THAT SHE JUST LIKE OBAMA AND EDWARDS SAID THAT FLORIDA AND MICH. ARE NOT GOING TO COUNT BECAUSE OF THEM BREAKING THE RULES THEMSELF!!
SHE AGREED!!! AGREED!!AGREEED!!! MEANING SHE SAID YES SHE WOULD COMPLY WITH THE RULES...AND THIS LEADS ME TO MY SECOND POINT..WHERE WAS THE VOICES OF MICH AND FLORIDA PEOPLE NEEDING TO BE HEARD IN THE FIRST PLACE!!!

EXACTLY!!

So ya dont give me that junk about her caring about what people in Mich and FL. think. Give me a break!! THIS IS THE BIGGEST FAIRYTALE I HAVE EVER SEEN!!
LOOOL

Obama 08

Didn't anybody out there read the rules of what the DNC laid out?
They said the candidates can't CAMPAIGN in Florida, but they ARE allowed to ATTEND FUNDRAISERS in Florida. Big difference....That's exactly what Hillary is doing! She's smart to go there and get any funds she can!
Get with the program, Ok. If Obama and Edwards don't want the money, well, they just lose out. That's their fault!

they should kick the Clintons out of the democratic party after this race. why would you basically try to destroy your own party just to further yourself in power. Bill Clinton seems to be so power hungry!

Hey Mark, just to let you know, both Barack Obama and John Edwards are on the Ballot down here. They were not on Michigans Ballot. See, you people just dont have your facts straight, it cracks me up!!

HILLARY 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WARNING WARNING WARNING!!!! Deception of the Highest Caliber Will Robinson!!! Watch this now Guys if the Delegate count stays close all the way to Convention time in August Hilliary will try to have the Rules changed.How you say to get the Florida and Michigan Delegates reinstated which would presumably vote for Hilliary!!!!!SHAME!!!!The CLINTONS are up to there same old DIRTY Tricks
I will support OBAMA me being a bonified Republican!!!

I bet if Obama was coming down here and he was leading in the polls here the story would be totally different!! Hillary is going to win Florida in a landslide!!! GET OVER IT!!!!

HILLARY 08!!!!!!!!!!!!

And Hillary sock puppets...please show me the last time Obama was in Florida...he HAS NOT visited the state since the pledge was signed.

Did half of you read the article? All candidates are allowed to have fund raisers there. And in point of fact, none of them are supposed to be running ads according to the agreement they made, yet Obamba is doing so. I don't see anyone reporting on that.

I agree that by ignoring Florida the Dems are risking alienating some of their constituency. And the candidate who is supposed to do the right thing no matter what (Obamba) is quoted as saying "Florida is just a beauty contest". So he is all about equality... as long as you are equally for him?

OK. First of all, Edwards and Obama are on the ballot in Florida.

Second of all, the pledge they all three signed allowed them to do fundraisers in Florida, which all of them have done.

Thirdly, it was Barack Obama who broke the pledge by advertising in Florida, which was something the pledge specifically forbid. I know the Obama camp say that they asked SC's permission and that they had to do a national buy (right) but nonetheless, the Obama campaign is the only campaign that has broken the rules of the pledge.

And most importantly, the Democratic candidates, all three of them, should be calling on the party to reinstate the Florida delegates. The Republicans can't win without Florida (they have not won without FL since 1924) so why on earth would the Democratic candidates put party rules over the chance to recapture the White House? By going to FL immediately after the polls close, Clinton, at least, is saying to Florida that she as a Democratic nominee cares about Florida and Floridians. I hope the other candidates spend time there after Tuesday as well.

she is desperate am sure she is ready to campaign even in hell if it will give her momentum.

I really do think a woman President would be good for this country.

BUT NOT THIS WOMAN...............She is the Republicans dream come true. They have done there home work ...........AS SHOULD YOU THAT SUPPORT HER.

SCANDAL ' S Lots of them.

Every votes should count especially on the tight races. The DNC rules is not fare for people in Michigan and Florida. We are 51, not 49 states!!! And this 2 states will become a future history to show how the media play a big roles in winning the vote for Obama and finally Republican !!!

Once again, the Clintons have no shame, wil do any thing and say any thing to get votes. No morals and absolute lack of integrity to be in any leadership role! I just feel sorry for New York folks represented by Clinton. Hillary lovers, wake up!!

She has NOT broken any rules. The DNC said they all can do fundraisers here and they all have. The media just makes headlines out of Hillary. Obama has been running ads here and no one says a thing. How one sided. At least Hillary feels our voices will be heard. Obama and Edwards feel they are only going to be the President to 48 states instead of 50. They have made it plain that Florida means nothing. So please get it through your heads. She is fundraising, Obama is campaigning in Florida. So who broke the rules?????

Hillary knows the best. I'm so very proud of her.

BILL CLINTON DUG A DITCH FOR SENATOR OBAMA...BUT HILLARY FELL IN.

As Flava Flav would say to the Clintons is "Your time is up!"

Hillary agreed to the DNC rules and now she wants to have them changed for her personal benefit. This is just another political pandering stunt on the part of the Clintons. They could make a great reality tv show of the this couple. The Clintons feel so entitled, that they have gotten completely out of touch of what really is reality.

I love how these Obama supporters try to spin everything their way and the media just buys it. IF obama wasnt losing so bad in FLorida, you guys wouldnt be whining would you?! This victory from the 3rd largest state in Florida will give us the big MO!

CLINTON 08!

If the Republicans votes and delagates count in Flordia then the Democrats should count. Also why do the republican have a lower number of delagates to obtain for the nomination than the democrats do. Things are not being fair in this primiary. What is fair for the republicans is fair to the democrats. Let's not have anotherr crooked election. Be fair and let the pople pick the President.
HILLARY for 2008

how soon some of you forget what the clinton's did for us! be careful democrats! the right wants nothing more than for obama to get the nomination – they're intimidated by hillary. notice how all the right wingers are "sucking up" to him (all of a sudden). you're playing right into their hands...
hillary '08,
obama '12

Don't be fooled!!

The Clinton's will say & do anything to get elected and the American people are tired of it!

The past vs. the future!

Obama '08

Doesn't count in the primary. Won't count until Nov.

The Clinton's are just trying to draw attention away from the fact they got destroyed yesterday in S. C. by 28 points!!!

Or they want to change the rules the have allready agreed to, which has become expected in their type of politics.

The Clinton's will say & do anything to get elected and the American people are tired of it!

Barack Obama is the only one that can bring us together, move us forward as a party and country, and finally change the U.S.

It is truly the past vs. the future!

Obama '08

You keep thinking Obama is the next president and you will be surprised on nov08 that is exactly what the republicans want us to believe so they can win again

Everyone plays by the rules except the power crazed Clintons !

Everyone I know in FLA. that is democratic is going to vote for Obama
and they are seniors mostly in my family. Come the General
election Obama is emerging in the minds of most thinking
Democrats as a clear WINNER.

MM – January 27, 2008 6:36 pm ET
"OBAMA IS RUNNING CAMPAIGN ADS IN FLORIDA!"

YES HE IS.. IV SEEN IT LIKE 20 TIMES ALREADY! ITS BEEN ON CNN(WHEN CNN GOES TO BREAK) AND LOCAL CHANNELS..

A pledge broken. A prelude to many others she would break as president. What an unbelievable fake.

I know there was a technicality that candidates could have a fundraiser in Florida but not campaign. How do you do that? Does she just arrive and never give a speech? I mean really, if you are at your own fundraiser, don't you usually give a speech that is suppose to motivate your support? And if this is so, wouldn't that speech actually be a campaign speech? While I believe Hillary is splitting hairs, the DNC decision was rather ridiculous as well.

All you Hillary Clinton supporters had better do your home work. Type "Hillary Clinton Scandals" into the google search bar.

To the Democrats: Florida is a swing state and should not be taken for granted. Have we forgotten Election 2000 already? C'mon, things were definitely different if we didn't lost in Florida by a mere 500 votes.

Hillary went there not to campaign but to attend some private fundraising events which were not open to the public.

yes, we needs Hillary for 8 years,

Obama has had an ad running on MSNBC here in Florida for the past 2 weeks. It was a national ad... but it was still shown here in Florida. Isn't that against the rules?

Rick
Port Orange, Fl.

I would just about bet that the same people wanting to vote Obama voted for Bush. Wake up people! It's not a personality contest, it's for commander in chief. Experience matters and she's the one who has it. Go Hillary!

Obama broke the rule. He is running camping ad in Florida even thought yersturday he was saying he is going to say out of it. So who is dishonest now? Where is his dignity? Or it is part of “clean” campaign” – to say one thing, but to do another.
Hillary stated she will try to help Florida voices to be heard. That what she committed to. What Barack is trying to pull?

You don't have a constitutional right to vot ein a primary. Hell, no place in the constitution does it say there has to be primaries. I know it sucks for the people of Florida that they can't help pick the nominee, but you should be mad at your state party officials for changing the date. The Democratic party can do whatever it wants in terms of how it choses its nominee. To claim that people are being disenfranchised or their rights are violated is just wrong. That being said, it is dumb of the party to snub voters in a swing state.

Candidates are not allowed to "campaign" in Florida but allowed to attend "fundraisers." The caption goes on to say Hillary Clinton attended a "fundraiser." She is not doing anything against party rules. To take time out to visit Florida when Super Tuesday is fast approaching shows that she cares about the voice of the people despite the all too real fact that a win in Florida would have absolutely no benefit to her in terms of delegate count. And for the record, I am an undecided voter.

I love the Clinton's... Hillary I am so proud of you. The citizen of Flordia voices should be hear. And all of Obama supporter need to leave Hillary alone because Obama is running ads in Florda.

Obama is running ads on CNN. CNN is a national channel. Florida is part of the nation. That is not the same as campaigning in Florida. Over a year ago the rules were decided. If Florida would have waited 1 week (or longer) they would have delegates. They CHOSE to make their own rules. They CHOSE to lose their delegates. The Florida Democratic Party is the issue, not the candidates (except that HRC apparently cannot keep a simple promise – change the rules if you're not winning)

Clintons cheat again. They are so arrogant to believe many people will not realize she is running against no one! They continue to underestimate American people. Since Bill loves music, let me dedicate these “Police” lyrics to Clintons:
Every move you make
Every bond you break
Every step you take
Every smile you fake
We’ll be watching you!

HILLARY I LOVE YOU BABE...GO BABE...

WAKE UP AMERICA AND CNN...

MICHIGAN VOTE FOR CLINTON

Obama running ads in Florida but that is ok because the media has anointed him king.

In todays troubled times I trust experience over visions of grandure. As an INDEPENDANT I choose Hillary for 08

No matter what state you are from, everyone's voice should be heard. No one should have the right to stop someone's voice when selecting who they think will lead the nation with the true interest of all Americans! Look around, this is The United States of America, the country founded with freedom at the heart.

Florida my but...she should go somewhere, but not Florida!

Obama is airing add on national TV like CNN that happen to play in Florida. Give me a break this is just to blatant.

1. Obama has run T.V. ads in florida.
2. Clinton, Obama, and Edwards are all on the ballot.
Get your facts staight before you post

You people are ridiculus, all of them are allowed to go there and to a fundraiser....Plus Obama broke the rules first Im in Florida and see his adds on Tv

We need to be heard to thank you for coming and supporting us Hillary.

You notice how its obama supporters ready to jump to conclusions and not to look at facts. You people are hurting obama not helping.

Hello idiots shes not campaigning, calm it down and stop jumping to conclusions. Read the information and the rules and find out what she is doing first. All you people want to do is hate.

OBAMA IS BREAKING THE RULES HE IS NOT ALLOWED TO RUN ANY COMMERCIALS. BUT HE IS DOING SO ALL OVER THE STATE.

THE DNC CALLED OBAMA AND TOLD HIM TO PULL THE ADS. HE DIDN'T AND THEY ARE NOT DOING ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I WONDER WHY?

BUT THE DNC ALLOWS THE PEOPLE RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT TO RAISE MONEY IN THE STATE, BUT NO RUNNING COMMERCIALS OR CAMPAIGNING.

SENATOR CLINTON IS DOING NOTHING WRONG. BUT WHAT OBAMA IS DOING IS BREAKING THE RULES THE DNC SET UP. HE IS TRYING TO GAIN AN UNFAIR ADVANTAGE BY CHEATING.

congratulations HILLARY..
YOU WILL BE OUR PRESIDENT.

A lot of people that make that make their informed statements here, don’t have a clue what their talking about. I voted early, and sure enough there on the Florida ballot where the names, Edwards, and Obama along with Clinton. Sorry Mark, you’re an Idiot. If it is any consolation you are not alone.

Why didn't Hillary speak up about the unfairness in Florida months ago? She must be afraid that she will lose without it! Hopefully, people are waking up about the sleeziness of the Clintons.

Obama 08, YES WE CAN!

thanks, Hillary for coming to Florida.....attending fundraisers is allowed people.....I voted early and all the candidates are in the ballot.....she is showing she cares for us.

Florida citizens are USA citizens and deserve to be reconized. The true value of a candidate is in the ability to see all citizens as valuable, not just a delegate endorsement. Hillary is a smart woman and sees the worth of all.

you people discuss me. The hatred you all have is sadning. Hillary is not a hateful woman, you are.To all the people out there that continue to bash and call names. It will come back to you all someday. Mom used to say, if you haven't got anything nice to say about someone–don't say nothing. Remember when you were kids, remember saying, stick and stoned can hurt you, but names will never hurt. Lets all stop all this hatred and start respecting and love one another. Lets rid the world of all the hatred. Lets stop throwing stones.We have enough problems in this world. Lets stand together in harmony! I thank you all for your time listening to me.

Ask Hillary who much money did she get in Florida. Ok Ok I will answer not a third of what she went for.

IT'S ALL ABOUT TRUST ! IF CANDIDATES AGREED NOT TO CAMPAIGN IN A STATE, AND ONE OF THEM DECIDES TO THE THE OPPOSITE, IT SHOWS WHY A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE BEEN SAYING THAT SOME CANDIDATES WOULD SAY ANYTHING TO GET ELECTED. OUR WORDS SHOULD BE OUR BOND! IF YOU CAN'T BE TRUTHFUL TO A COMMUNITY OR GROUP THAT WE BELONG TO, HOW CAN YOU BE TRUTHFUL TO A NATION OR THE REST OF THE WORLD

Obama is a nice guy and a great speaker...but there's no experience and little substance. I'm a Republican supporting Hillary. She will win most of the states on super Tuesday and will be well on her way to victory.

Hillary is running scared! She abandoned the people of SC that voted for her. She did not even stay back to say thank you to her supporters. Rather, she decided to campaign in Nashville, TN. How ungrateful! Where is the beef ?

If Americans are smart, they will ignore the likes of Obama and Hillary and vote for the real change candidate, Mike Huckabee. He's the only candidate seriously looking out for the best interest of all Americans because of his support of the FairTax legislation that eliminates the IRS.

Rob:

are you saying that the people's voices in Florida don't count?

Hillary is bragging about winning an election when she is the only one on the ballot? Elections for dictatorships are held in this way, and that is nothing to be proud about.

Michigan. Then Florida. Hey Hillary, I hear that Canada doesn't have delegates either ... see you in Toronto.

I think hilary will do anything to get what she wants even bring racism into to her campaign but let it be a lesson to her look what happened in SC. She lost big. Better watch what you say and do PEOPLE DO REMEMBER. IS THIS WHAT WE CAN EXPECT IF SHE'S ELECTED!!!!!!

Your anti-Hillary writers need some education. First of all, all three of the Dems ARE on the ballot for this Tuesday's primary. Obama has been in the State many times AND is doing paid ads, despite the DNC pledge. He is breaking the rules not her. Hillary will win Tuesday and IT DOES matter. Florida is home to 16 million people and is a key state for November. Winning Florida is much more significant than SC which Dems can't win in November. I can;t bear how holier-than-thou Obama supporters have become.

if the other two candidtaes are not in the ballot,then who is she running against? what is the point?
there are no delegates there, but she wants to make her appearance, it is always about her.

CNN please report on the other Senators?where is Edwards? where is Obama, where is McCain? etc..

why is only Billary in the news? why so much coverage on her?

everyone needs to sit back, stop and think....at least she has to guts to stand up....were obama is so meally on everything right down to this issue....hes running like poor little me.....feel sorry for me....if you back him in a corner he curls up like a whimpering pup....

listen you illiterate morans you can't campaign but you can attend fundraisers and that what she i doing what about pretty boy Barack advertising
oh I forgot anything he does is just perfect
because he is just perfect
Michigan and Fla should count
screw the rules
what's the difference if they had their primaries early
if it wasn't for Michigan the economy would have never come to the forfront
some of you have too much time and misinformation on your hands

HILLARY ALL THESE OBAMATRONS WON'T HAVE A THING TO SAY ON SUPER TUESDAY…. BLACK FOLKS HAD THEIR SAY IN SC…. NOW THE LATINOS GET TO SAY AND THERE ARE A WHOLE LOT MORE OF US…. AS THE BIGGEST MINORITY, WE WILL BRING IT HOME FOR YOU.

HILLARY 08….
GO GIRL….YOU DON'T HAVE ANYTHING TO APOLOGIZE FOR… THE MYSOGINST IN THE MAIN MEDIA WILL BE KISSING YOUR HEM AND THE OBUMMERS WILL BE WHINING LIKE USUAL.

maybe she'll find her new voice in FL. yawn.......

OBAMA 2008!!!!!!!!!!!

What a loser. Florida doesn't count. Anyone tricked by this idiotic maneuver is either a republican or already a Hillary supporter.

So, Florida and Michigan break rules and are aghast that they're held to consequences for their actions. Hillary decides that it's far better to break rules than follow them, and decides to campaign in Florida.

That's what we need, another President who doesn't feel the necessity to follow those darn inconvenient rules/laws.

BO is running ads in NH too, Annoying to say the least. I went to two rallys with Bill Clinton speaking and he never mentioned race or gender so stick it in your ear. Ted Kennedy would be a part of the Washington BO likes? the Establishment? What a piece of work!!! Go Hillary!!!!!

thank you Hillary for coming here to Florida, we want to be a part of this election, it's horrible for anyone to say that Florida does not count, shows you where people's hearts are in this country! Thank you are reaching out to all of America not just the states that will benefit your efforts as other candidates are doing!

CNN plactically gave the nominations to Obama and Mc Cain with all the free airtime.They ought to wait til the votes are in

Does anybody remember OJ

she is not breaking any rules. she is attending a fund raiser. thats ok by the dnc rules.

Which rule has she broken? I thought the Obama campaign has been running ads on cable TV and nobody said a word about it.

Hopefully she will retire soon and knit sweaters or something harmless to the U.S. taxpayer. It is time for the "old guard" to step aside.

Obama 08

it is so sad to me that some people believe Hillary left her name on the MI ballot to "give people a voice". She didn't campaign here and it was all just one big sneaky trick.

The reason she's in FL right now is because she's getting desperate, and needs another fake "win" to stop the bleeding

It is all about the American people who are struggling right now. Senator Clinton at every stop talks about her plans for America in detail. She has the strongest ideas and plans to make America great again, bring our troops home and to get America out of the ditch Bush has driven us into.

Hillary is a phoney.

I am a lifelong Democrat and I will never, ever vote for another Clinton. How dare they try to cheat their way to the White House by stealing delagates that they didn't earn. This was the final straw. I hope she has a good time in Florida.

There are many states that moved up their Primary or Caucus and they were not penalized, why should these two states be singled out? If I were Hillary I would be working Florida as well. This will be a crucial state in the GE and Dems are going to wish they hadn't avoided the State. On the Ted Kennedy endorsement, my God, Ted Kennedy has a lot of nerve talking about Bill's negatives. There is nobody in the history of the Democratic Party who has more negatives than Ted. Give me a break. In the GE no wants the Kennedy endorsement. Drunken, womanizing, Ted Kennedy. Makes Bill look like a Saint.

Those that exalt themselves shall be abased. Angry Floridians need to blame the party leaders in their state. If they had just followed the rules for scheduling, you'd have your delegates. It's a harsh penalty for sure, but it's one that the state brought on itself.

President Hillary Clinton will be a great president.

I'M VERY PROUD OF HILLARY FOR DOING THIS, BECAUSE I JUST CAN'T IMAGINE THE DNC NOT SEATING THOSE DELAGATES AND CONCEDING THE STATE TO THE REPUBLICANS.

The Clintons should have enough funds with Saudi's donating 10 million dollars to their personal check book.

I hate Hillary!!

As a Democrat I will not vote in November if she is the nominee.

HILLARY CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT 2008!!! THE ONLY CANDIDATE WHO CAN BEGIN TO REPAIR THE DAMAGE. Ignore the haters. Elect the most accomplished candidate–Hillary. Edwards for VP. Obama–watch and learn from the grown-ups.

Hmmm. Obama is running ads in Florida. Why, if he thinks the vote there amounts to nothing, is he doing this? Sounds like he wants a piece of the action after all.

Oh, Adam, it is different. Obama is running ads in Florida in defiance of an agreement to not campaign in the state. Hillary is there for a fundraiser which is allowed and agreed upon by the candidates. They have all been there for fundraisers so Hillary is not breaking any rules or agreements. It's Obama who is playing dirty here, by reneging on their agreement.

I know for sure, if Billary wins nomination,12 million democrats or Americans will vote Republican this year-that's the facts.

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

For someone who lives in Florida and have supported and voted for Democrats all my life, can I ask one small question? What did I do wrong to have my voice not be heard as with the rest of the country?

Who cares about the rules of the corrupt DNC? We need change. And the change starts in Florida.

People wake up!!! She is not in Florida to campaign, she is there to attend a fundraiser of which all are allowed to do and have. Read the article...

Don't worry folks. Hillary is not going to win! Barack has it in the bag! It would take a miracle to restore her campaign after the damage the she and Bill have done this week!!

I wonder if Dick Cheney will endorse his cousin Obama,they both belong to the Bilderburg Club.

Hillary agreed to the DNC rules and now she wants to have them changed for her personal benefit. This is just another political pandering stunt on the part of the Clintons. They could make a great reality tv show of the this couple. The Clintons feel so entitled, that they have gotten completely out of touch of what really is reality.

As Flava Flav would say to the Clintons is "Your time is up!"

Hillary–you GO, Girl!!! We are behind you!

Mark

Obama and Edwards are on the ballot in Florida and they are all allowed to go to fundraisers there as well as campaign. All three however have pledged not to campaign there.

All you have to do is read the article that this blog is about but then again with everyone just reading or hearing what they want to hear, it's no wonder why things are so out of whack. Can't anyone read or think for themselves anymore?

Go Hillary Go! We are with you!!!

"EXITUS ACTA PROBAT" (the end justify the means)

BILL CLINTON (obviously Niccolo Macchiavelli, XVI century, copied this phrase from Bill with the help of NOSTRADAMUS!)

Other than stimulating racial tensions, by inducing white voters not to vote OBAMA, and hinting that Mc Cain is chummy with Hillary, so inducing many independents and Republicans not to nominated the much feared McCain,
the CLINTONS decided for a moment to another:

1) As Carolyn and TED Kennedy endorsed OBAMA
2) As This will motivate a high percentage of Florida's in turn enormous elderly
Democrat m Kennedy admirers, to vote for OBAMA and possibly some,
because race consideration are still alive between the elderly, for Edwards
3) As it is necessary to dilute somewhat the PR related to South Carolina,
override, as done in Michigan, their commitment to the DNC and last moment
camopaign, without opposition, in Florida and even more important, try to
minimize the elderly exodus effect, which would have a disastrous effect on the
potential senior voters nationwide, by stating that the Endorsements had lttle
effect (As in Michigan, many Dems will vote in Florida !)

MM, ADAM et all"

Running NATIONAL adds in Florida is not campaigning there !!!
And it is useless the refer to the certainly not nationally well known siblings of
ROBERT Kennedy !

TOM

Hillary AGREED to not campaign in Florida. Nobody made her agree to that, she did so of her own free will.

To go against that is to break her word. That's what we need another president who breaks their word!

She made her promise! Even with zero delegates she personally went to Florida.

I don't understand why moving primary earlier than usual date have to be penalized. There are some states that move their primary earlier and wasn't penalized.

just another note IF YOU THINK FOR ONE SECOND HILARY IS DOING THE FLORIDA THING BECAUSE SHE CARES ABOUT THAT STATES RIGHT TO VOTE YOU ARE SADLY MISTAKEN. IT IS FOR HER BENEFIT (DELEGATES) BECAUSE SHE WANTED TO WAIT FOR THE RESULTS OF FLORIDA.

AT LEAST OBAMA AND EDWARDS ARE NOT DECIEVING THE FLORIDA VOTERS. A DECISION BY THE DNC SHOULD BE CHALLENGED BY HILARY WHEN THE DECISION WAS MADE, NOT WHEN YOU NEED DELEGATES.

Yes Drake, he is going to allow the Kennedy's to speak for themselves. Imagine that.

What happened to Howard Dean, is he not the Democratic Party leader...Should he not be out there scolding the Clintons, if someone other than Hillary was claiming wins in michigan and florida what would the media be saying?Did not the leading candidates vow not to campaign there? What I see happening is Hillary seeing that she has a fight on her hand and she needs all the momentum she can get even if its claiming a victory where she is running against herself. I mean like I said people wake up...Do we really want the Clintons to have another term I mean this would be there 3rd time, Hillary has said that she was very involved in policy decisions and Bill would do the same. Oh yeah people the CLINTONS were eavesdropping on us way before BUSH 2 again look it up.

Hillary is doing the right thing by going to Florida,
"Wrong"
The Democratic candidates "ALL" agreed not to campaign in Florida.
You can't trust Her word on a simply matter as this.

Glad that Hillary is going to Florida. She is attending a fundraiser, not campaigning. Obama is running ads, i.e., campaigning. Why is the
media not covering this turn of events? Go Hillary!!!

As expected, Hillary is attempting to walk away from her original campaign promises that she signed to in an attempt to win the nomination. Glad to see that she is living up to the expectation to win by any means necessary. It is unfortunate that some Floridians are buying her sudden change of heart.

After all, if Hillary really thought Florida's votes and for the matter Michigan's should truly be counted, why did she not say so from the offset months ago? Why did she choose not to sign the petition that she signed? Why now does she change her tune? Is it because she truly thinks these votes should count or is it because she truly needs these votes to count.

OBAMA '08

YES WE CAN

Oh it's so wonderful and sweet of Mrs. Clinton to all-of-a-sudden want Florida to count. Forget the fact that the rules have been in place for many months. I think we definitely need a president just like her! So inspiring!

Mark, ALL THREE are on the Florida ballot. She's in Florida and will win Florida...big time. Why? Because she respects their voice and she feels strongly that their votes should count. She will be EVERYONE'S President. The reason Obama is staying away and refuses to fight for the Florida votes to count is because he knows she will win there and if their votes count eventually, he believes it could cost him the nomination. Personally, I don't think he'll be that close. (and WHO exactly is playing dirty politics!?)

GO HILLARY!!!

The Democratic candidates ALL agreed not to campaign in Florida.
Look at HILLARY "moon walk", Her word means nothing.
After South Carolina Primary, the only thing thats been on her mind and lips is Forida. Sounds like campaigning to me.

...and Hillary, Please dont come to Miami.

So the DNC disenfranchises florida voters but they sure like our money. That party sure is corrupt, not that the GOP isnt. It is a crying shame that we dont have a choice outside of this legal two party dictatorship. Floridians, The Dems do not want our votes, but they sure like our money. Do not sponsor any of them.

Obama haters please stick to the facts you are just as bad as the Clintons. Need to verify anything Clintons say before you react. Be smart.....

The Clinton machine was not supporting Florida until about five minutes after they realized SC was going to be a butt whipping experience, now they have no choice but to pretend Florida is more important. Time is closing in on them it may be Obama that nails it down, but it will definately be over in November for this disgraceful duo. If voter rights were important how come they waited until it looks like they are toast to stand up for the great state of Florida? The DNC is the reason that Florida is being cheated, Obama, had he campaigned there might have give the old people a run for their money by turning out the youth vote. Give Obama a shot in Nov. and see what happens.

National ads are just that-national. They are placed with a given network and they run everywhere, including states not in play.

Hillary, the presumptive candidates is just looking for presumptive deligates. Besides, we know they Clintons are above the rules.

Adam- Obama bought cable TV ads and ASKED that they not be shown in FL. The company says that was not possible. If Mrs. Clinton has the money she may also buy time on cable networks, and they will be played everywhere.

Hillary is doing the right thing by going to Florida. People of Florida are part of America. Their voices need to be heard and their votes counted. Don't punish people of Florida, but leaders who have changed the primary date. Will it be good for Democrats if Florida people vote for Republicans in November? I don't think so

So is or is she not campaigning? Dont ask the Clintons, remember they do not know the meaning of "is".

Just like the Clintons, a "liberal" view of the rules and how they apply to them. Her supporters complain about Obama ads on CNN but they seem fine with her going to FL and asking to let their "voices be heard".

What a hypocrite!!

To Mark,

All three candidates - Clinton, Obama and Edwards names are on the Florida ballot. Per the DNC, all three will not be allowed to campaign there (They can go to Florida for fund raising but not campaigning).

For the record, Senator Clinton upcoming trip to Florida is for a fund raising event, and for thanking her supporters (but not campaigning).

NO HILLARY-NO HILDABEAST!!
VOTE ROMNEY
HILDA WILL DESTROYY AMERICA!!!
NO SOCIAL LIBS OR THERE PROGRAMS!!!

we live in a country where we all have a right to vote.....go HILLARY... show Florida that you care.

Loose or lose?

OBAMA IS RUNNING CAMPAIGN ADS IN FLORIDA!

Is She going down there to get things all stirred up as she and her hubby did in SC?

Let me ask all you "Hillary lovers" this: how in the world could she become the leader of the free world, having to deal with people such as Musharraf, Ahmadinejad, Kim Il-sung, etc. when she can't even keep her own husband in check on the campaign trail???

MM and Adam,
You're covering old ground. Hillary is running those ads too. ALL candidates agreed that not only would they not campaign in Florida, but that Florida wouldn't county.

Surprise, surprise, the Clintons think the rules apply to everyone but them. They're like the kid that says, "fight me after school, you punk. Be outside at 4pm. Then, they show up at 3, wait for 10 minutes, and run back inside yelling, "Bobby is gutless, he wouldn't even show up for the fight. I win, I win, I win..."

All you stooges that are fooled by this are a joke. And yes, we know the line "but the great state of Florida should be respected in our democracy." They broke the rules. They knew they were breaking the rules. And now, in concert with the Clintons, they're whining about it.

Those Obama ads are nationwide cable ads that are not specifically targetted to Florida. He cleared this with a DNC official before going forward. The point is, he is not campainging there. There is no contest in Florida. Nothing is at stake.

Correction for Mark....both Obama and Edwards will be on the ballot in Fl

Billary does not have self respect and integrity even her husband got a bj in the oval office.
she is mean, nasty, wciked and would do anything to get what she wants
obama has been steadily getting votes from educated people who know the stakes.
Most of her support is not well educated and wat would you expect eldrlies in fl..obviously an elderly form ny

The DNC has the right to penalize a state that chooses not to follow the rules.

Billary doesn't have the right to insist that the delegates from Michigan be counted. Of course that would be in Billary's favor!

Wow! What a cheater! Obama you suck. GO Hillary support the Florida voters!!!

GOLLLEEE GEEZ Don't you Democrats get it yet... The Clintons have NEVER had to follow the rules... they make them up as they go along to fit THEIR needs. Are ya starting to see why most Republicans didn't trust them?

Timing, people, timing. HRC was fine with Mich and Fla not counting when she thought that she would win a corontation. Now that she has to battle for a nomination, she wants to change the rules bc she perceives an adavantage.

If she can't follow the rules now, who's to say she will follow the Constitution later?

I love the way these self-described "intelligent" Obamans display their hatred and lack of education. They really do a dis-service to the guy. Even if he was smart enough not to lie in a debate, these "supporters" would drag him down.

SHE IS DOING A FUNDRAISER!!!! NOT CAMPAINING!!! That is allowed. If you don't know the rules, don't post something stupid!!

and YES..Obama has commercials playing down there, national or not, they are still airing in Florida!!

Go Hillary! As usual they are ignoring what Obama did first!

Come here, don't come here, whatever. We'll save a fortune in police and security overtime. Floridians have always gone their own way and will continue to do so. Both the Democrats and the Republicans have 'sanctioned' the state; both party committees are acting like whiney-babies because of the date of our primary? Buy a clue. We have very long memories and you'll need us soon enough. When the elections are over, come down for vacation. Bring money.

Hillary is about to embark on a major WINNING streak, from Florida right on through to Super Tuesday! There will be NO WAY for you Obama zealots to spin it after that. Also, OBAMA is the one who broke the rules by running commercials in Florida, NOT Hillary! Where are your excuses for him NOW???? HILLARY '08!!!!

The DNC can certainly deprive Florida of its primary delegates. The constitution does NOT garuntee the right to vote in a primary – for hundreds of years primaries and caucauses never existed = and if America wants someone to become president they don't need that person to be nominee of either party, he or she can run as an independant or third party.

I guess no one questions why Barack jump started the race issue well before the clintons arrived in south carolina. I mean really folks stop making him look so wonderful and innocent. Who recruited the Oprah, the most popular african american woman in the world, to fill a stadium and rally for him in south carolina. He did not use her in Iowa, New Hamsphire or Nevada just south carolina. Is this just coincidence?
I may not like some of the things the clintons have done but never have I doubted their committments to civil rights or the african american community.
How about all the candidates get back to the issues and unite so we can win the election in November?

The last time I looked, FL hadn't succeeded from the Union! Obama's been airing cable ads there for 2 weeks, not on the OK of the DNC, but on the advice and OK of the SC Dems...Go Hillary!

Obama is running a national ad that airs in Florida and has been in Florida for fundraisers also.

Hey illiterate folks, she is NOT campaigning there as it plainly states in the caption underneath the photograph. She is attending a fundraiser, which is explicitly ALLOWED by the DNC. Also, there is absolutely nothing unfair or dishonest about her paying attention to Florida. To Mark - Obama and Edwards are BOTH on the ballot in Florida as are all the Dems. This is not the same situation as Michigan. I hope that doesn't make your head hurt.

I agree with Don: Hillary haters have WAY too much time on their hands. They also apparently cannot read.

For all of the people that say that what the DNC is "doing" to the people of Florida and Michigan is not "fair," are being very selfish. The rest of the states abided by the rules. The Florida and Michigan STATE parties are the ones that decided to break the rules. The state parties are the ones that knew that if they did it that their voters would be penalized for their state parties actions. They broke the rules anyway. Why should the rest of the states that abided by the rules now be punished for what Florida's and Michigan's STATE parties did. All states would like to be the first in the nation and get the attention that Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada, and South Carolina got, but rules are rules, and most adults know that following rules are necessary in this free USA.

south carolina was obama last stop , everyone new he was going to win there , but new york, california florida , new jersey , and many other stated that have a brain , will be all hillary , people vote for obama because he talks about hope , but what he is going to do for this country i dont yet , if you ask him he will tell just have hope , how stupid can we be ..but if he where to win that he is not , m cain will beat him so bad i am a democract but i will vote republican . is this happend hillary 2008 .....

The Democratic National Committee has no rules against fund raisers in Florida and that is what Hillary is doing. The people of Florida want to hear from her and that is her right. She has not advertised there at all which would be against the DNC but she is allowed to raise money there. I don't understand why the DNC will let SC and NV vote earlier then usual but not Florida and Michigan. Seems to me they pick and choose and all candidates should be able to campaign anyplace and receive Delegates in those states. I'm proud of her for going to Florida and I know the Democrats there are too.

All the way Hillary! 08!

hillary hold on to your pants its going to be the run of your life now
remember that fla. is the state know as the rigger of the election for the bushs

AL GORE SHOULD HAVE WON THE ELECTION DOWN HERE MOSTLY
WOULD HAVE IF IT WERE NOT FOR GOOD OLD JED

VOTER FRAUD WILL IT HAPPEN AGAIN

I would think it would be hard NOT to be leading in Florida, since Hillary is the only Democratic candidate not honoring their agreement not to campaign there.

Of course, would we expect anything less from her? Typical that the Clintons would think the agreed to rules don't apply to them. It would be patently unfair to the other candidates to seat the delegates from Michigan (where she was the only name on the ballot) or Florida (where they agreed not to campaign).

OBAMA '08

Yes we can!

I think Hillary has a dog in this fight that democrats don't know about. Hill and Bill's decision to campaign in Florida can only result in something negative for the party. If it does, I say if voters haven't kicked them to the curve the DNC should and this might be what Hillary is hedging on. Get ready for the worst to come.

It is hard for me to believe that Hillary is "cheating" in Florida. There are cameras on her 24 hours a day. She is raising money to campaign against media driven voters. If people would look at the track record of the candidates, what their positions are on important topics, and how they plan to pay for their plans, then everyone would see that there is only 1 good choice for this election.

GO HILLARY!!!

Basquale- the person that should be ashamed is you, no one has the right to refuse an individual their right to vote, what a few people decided should not be held against millions of Democrats and as I mentioned before, Florida is a pivotal state to win and you are being short sighted, whether Obama or Clinton it will be hard to win the presidency (not impossible) without winning Florida because we are a high population states which a lot of electoral college votes, read up and don't be ignorant.

For the record, I have a master's degree and 29 years old and I am one 100 percent behind HIllary Clinton!

If she's on the ballot, why shouldn't she campaign? Just because others didn't get their names on the ballot, and she did, she's wrong to pursue this campaign? I'm sick of both Obama and Edward whining about everything Clinton. It's pathetic.

Clinton had ads done and made sure they did NOT run in Florida.
Obama has run nationa ads without the proviso they not run in Florida.
Clinton is going to fundraisers. (Gasp)
Obama has already been in Florida for fundraising.

Clinton made Judicial Watch list for 2007.
Obama made Judicial Watch list for 2007.

Judicial Watch 10 Most Corrupt Politicians 2007.. Senator Barack Obama (D-IL): A "Dishonorable Mention" last year, Senator Obama moves onto the "ten most wanted" list in 2007. In 2006, it was discovered that Obama was involved in a suspicious real estate deal with an indicted political fundraiser, Antoin "Tony" Rezko. In 2007, more reports surfaced of deeper and suspicious business and political connections It was reported that just two months after he joined the Senate, Obama purchased $50,000 worth of stock in speculative companies whose major investors were his biggest campaign contributors. One of the companies was a biotech concern that benefited from legislation Obama pushed just two weeks after the senator purchased $5,000 of the company's shares. Obama was also nabbed conducting campaign business in his Senate office, a violation of federal law.

Frankly, I don't see why both Florida and Michigan are being punished by the DNC. Who is the DNC really punishing – - looks like the primary voters to me.

This is another example on why Hillary Clinton cares about the people instead of just politics. Even though the DNC have stripped off Florida's delegates, she still cares enough to visit the state. Good for her.

The Obama ad is NATIONAL and it was ok'd by the DNC BEFORE it was ran. The DNC approved it! It is impossible to run a national ad and have the networks exclude one state. There are NO rules being broken!

Here is why Florida should not count:

I was against the DNC taking away their votes in the first place but no matter how much you like Clinton you have to see that it isn't fair to say it at this point when Edwards and Obama have not been there and are barely using ads.

In all four states so far Obama started out in the polls far behind and has closed that gap (even in the two he lost).

How is it fair to count if Edwards and Obama didn't have to opportunity to go there and change peoples minds if they could??????

One other thing- if Clinton is so concerned about the people of Florida getting their votes why didn't she take this up with the DNC months and months ago??????

You people are completely uninformed about everything. Every Democratic candidate (Barack, Hillary, John) have all held fundraisers, in which they appeared, in Florida. They are not violating the DNC rules or their pledge. This seems a little suspicious CNN, why show this picture? It seems you are insinuating that she is breaking her pledge and I have not seen any "Scenes from the Trail" pictures of John Edwards or Barack Obama getting off a plane in Florida for their fundraisers, which they both have done. As an Edwards supporter, I am really turned off by Obama supporters and their total disregard for facts. All they seem to do is bash anything Clinton no matter what the story is. If Edwards drops out, I am leaning towards Clinton right now, but it is not a sure thing.

WAY TO GO MADAM PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!
Let's see-Kennedy endorsements–3-2 for Hillary-heha.
(like it matters anyway????)
It is all uphill for you now babe-NY,CA,NJ,TN, FL and a whole whopping more-well, maybe not Alabama or Mississippi, but they are generally Republican anyway.
GO HILLARY 08

If Hillary was so concerned with disenfranchising the Florida and Michigan voters, why didn't she stand up to the DNC when it made its decision earlier?

There's a reason she only came out in support for them after all the early states had voted (or in the case of SC after it was clear she was going to lose).

Hillary is doing the right thing by going to Florida. The DNC can not deprive a state of their cnstitutional right because of what the republicans did in Florida. Obama and his team does not want the people of Florida to vote because he is going to loose by wider margin.

Clinton 08

just like to point out that Obama is running national ads in Florida, which would go against the 'non-campaigning' rule in my opinion. so all those Obama supporters that are criticizing her for going to Florida, please tell me how this is different?

Obama was running TV ads... he broke the rules. People must realize what Obama stands for and what he is actually going to do, not just listening to speeches. We need more debates to find out who he is!

Until then, GO HILIARY

The press is once again underestimating Hillary Clinton and overestimating Obama. While Obama goes for the easy wins in Georgia and Alabama. Clinton went to Tennessee a much harder state for her to win. Clinton pays attention to Floridians by going to Florida (a state that may be necessary to win in the general election). Hillary Clinton seems to be able to adapt to the campaign of the moment while at the same time thinking long-term. Both qualities I want in a president.

OBAMA IS RUNNING CAMPAIGN ADS IN FLORIDA!

The DNC has rules for the primaries and caucauses. If the Florida Democratic Party changes its dates against the rules they can blame theirselves! It's not the first time that Florida puts a shame on election process! Yes Billary wants change. Changing the rules so thei fit for her. Shame!!!!!

Florida has been a crucial state to win in order to win the presidency. This has been so in the last two elections. Rather that bickering we should remember as Democrats that this decision not to campaign in Florida will only make it harder for Democrats to win the White House. My god people read, I'm a Hillary supporter but I would implore all the candidates to at least visit Florida and for the record, they are allowed to fund raise in the state. Don't forget us Democrats in FL. Remember that this country was founded by people that did not believe in taxation without representation, this is exactly what is happening in Florida. Punish the state party if you must but how are we, the day to day people responsible for them? If anything fine the people responsible for the decision.

Howard Dean shame on you!!!!!

I cannot believe the DNC would disenfranchise the voters of Florida and Michigan because their pols decided to move up their primaries. Seems contradictory to the values of the Democratic party. Don't be surprised if the states go Republican.

Where was the outrage when the rules were decided on? Now that delegates count and Clinton knows she is no longer the "anointed", she once agian wants the rules changed.

This woman lacks morals and it is a wonder to me why anyone would want her to lead this country!

Gary you are an idiot. She is winning Florida because the other two canidates are actually following the rules and not campaigning there. Winnning Florida means nothing, she gets NO delegates, and all the other canidates have to say in response to her "landslide" win is "I actually followed the rules and took my name off the ballot," This is the same thing that happened in Michigan. Are you really proud of Hillary's win in Michigan? She beat "uncommitted" by 15%, congratulations. Maybe when the race is over you can go to the DNC congregation and watch Edwards and Obama eclipse Hillary and Bill out of the Democratic Party, and out of politics.

If the current polls hold up Hillary needs to capture about 75% of the remaining uncommitted super delegates to meet the majority threshold, but guess what, Obama and Edwards ARE sticking around and WILL get superdelegates from Illinois, North Carolina and South Carolina to go on top of the delegates they will likely win on Super Tuesday. Nobody can tell me Obama loses in MN, AL or GA based on the "ROUT" he layed out on Hillary in the previous primaries.

Edwards WILL get delegates in those 3 states as well as Missouri and Tennesse where he is currently running 2nd.

And if you think Obama gets ruined in your hometown, you are sadly mistaken. There are an enourmous amount of college kids in CA, and none of them like Hillary. Look at the polls, ask anybody in college. Hillary is barely hanging on by controlling the over 65 audience which refuses to vote for Obama because he is black. There I said it. The over 65 crowd that is voting for Hillary Clinton is racist, not all of them, but an important segment.

Imagine that, a Clinton going against her word.

Big deal. Florida should count. They are part of America. Their voices need to be heard, regardless of what the DNC says and regardless of who wins the vote. Clinton is not breaking the rules anymore than Obama running TV ads there is breaking the rules. How as a nation can we penalize part's of ur country and have their votes not matter, is that not how we got Bush???

Hillaryhaters have too much time on their hands.

AND Everyone is on the ballot in FL! Senators Clinton, Edwards, and Obama are all on the ballots but none of them are allowed to campaign but they can hold fundraisers here as all of them have.

People of Florida needs to be heard.

THANK YOU HILLARY..

I am in Florida, and I hope I get a chance to meet the next President of the United States of America- HILLARY R-CLINTON!!

MY vote counts, and here she is very loved without injecting disproportionate race issues into this race. Hillary is up by about 20%. However, keep in mind that Obama (Mr. Honest and Priniciples) has been blasting non stop commerials on CNN and MSNBC in clear violation of his SIGNED PLEDGE. Oops that was a mistake like the 5 acciental votes I pushed in the ILL Senate. Gee, what a faker to anyone smart enough to see through him and investigate who he REALLY is.
GO HILLARY!!! We in Miami love YOU!!!

I'm confused here. I thought she is not supposedly campaigning in Florida. Did DNC changed the rules?

Thank you Hillary for going back on your promises to campaign for those 0 delegates. I'm sure we can expect more of the same once she's elected president.

HILLARY 08!!!!!!!1111

I'm Glad she's standing up for Floridians and Michigan's regardless if they are for Obama, Edwards, or her. The fact that the states officials made a major decision and did not listen to the peoples votes is ridiculous, and for the democratic party to penalize them rather than grant them the opportunity is just as ridiculous. A TRUE president will listen an respect ALL the people, no just the POLITICAL party. Yes, yes, if she were still ahead she wouldn't be doing this, but she isn't and she is. The other two should jump on board and let the people know, they stand for them, not the politicians. Besides in the end, should they be granted a seat, whom ever gets the nomination will benefit from this choice! As a democrat who likes to exercise their right to vote, GO Hillary, and Obama and Edward, Do the right thing, stand up for YOUR people and JOIN her! (Make your FIRST real CHANGE Here!)

talk about breaking the rules. she thinks they don't apply to her.

and clinton supporters, don't try to spin it by saying obama had ads playing in florida.
u can't get a national ad buy and then get florida somehow omitted.

what a joke she is becoming.

No wonder the Obama camp is sneering at Hillary's attempt to have Florida votes count. She's creaming him, 42% to 23% in latest Florida polls. And that's without any campaigning. Whether the DNC will back pedal and give Florida and Michigan Democrats the right to have their votes count or not, a win in Florida is just as telling as a win in any other state. She may not get the delegates, but she will have those voters squarely in her court next November.

Before everyone cries foul, all the candidates have been holding fundraisers in Flordia since they all signed the pledge. And I believe Senator Obama has held the most fundraisers in Florida thus so far. So this is not a big deal. Everyone needs to calm down. I know everyone would like to take this opportunity to bash Senator Clinton but there is no need unless you are hypocrits.

RIght ON LAURA B!!!! I couldn't have said it better myself!

Since Hillary has no respect for the DNC – perhaps they should penalize her from running as a democrat.

Gary... the democrats aren't cmapigning there and there are no delegates for it: for the primaries, Florida, like Michagin, does not matter for the Democratic nomination race.

Therefore it will have nowhere near the effect SC's primary did.

Hey, those three guys don't know the rules!
All men must bow before her Highness. They cannot look her in the face directly.
I guess we know three men who will not have their supper tonight!

FLORIDA is Hillary's South Carolina. Fla is her turf, it is a wise move of her to campaign in FLA wherein she leads a wide margin.

She will fight very hard to win this nominations and I think she'll make it!

What the DNC is doing to Florida and Michigan is not fair to the people of those states. The admistration change the primary date not the people. The people have a right to be heard. There are 50 states and each state should be treated equally. Do not punish the people, let them vote and let their vote count.

Hillary is trying to cheat in Florida.
Please, Hillary, tell your campaigners we are not that stupid.

It is about honesty, stupid!

Running Scared !!!!!!! We haven't seen a Politician leave a state so fast since LBJ when he picked up JFK and was sworn in.

There are DONE OBAMA is the FUTURE OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY !!!!!!!!!!!!

YES WE CAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Look for a new house , because you sure won't make it back into the White House.

You've got to be kidding me. This picture is news? Looks like CNN is grasping at straws here to give the Clintons some screentime after the pitiful results for that camp last night.

They got thumped.

Well, just as she's not campaigning, right?

It depends on what your definition of "is" is.

Gotta Love those Clintons! the truth is so elastic for them.

Go get 'em, Hillary. I'm glad you are supporting the Democratic voters of Florida and Michigan in an effort to have their voices heard in the selection of a our nominee. The DNC should never have denied those voters their absolute right to have their votes counted. I can't believe that could happen in our nation.

Huh. And I thought she wasn't going to the state until Tuesday. Shocker.

The Jewish community LOVES you in South Florida, Hillary! Thank you for helping to get our votes to count.

Go ahead, doesn't count!! Febuary 5 is the next time delegates are up for grabs in the Democratic race. No one is going to fall for this Billary!!! Your divisive style of politics from the 90's are not what America wants. We want a uniter that brings all people together! We want Barack Obama!

Let the suck up BEGIN!!!!!

GO HILLARY! YOU ARE THE REAL DEAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU WILL LEAD THIS COUNTRY!!!!!!!!!!! HILLARY 2008

Let me see. If she wins down here, it will be a "wonderful statement by the voters of Florida ...". And if she loses, it will be "hanging chads and voter intimidation ..". Just getting ready.

Well surprise, surprise, the status quo -- Hilliary -- is doing what she dang well pleases. This comes to no surprise to me. Seems like the Bill and Hill show just keeps rolling along doing what they want at ANYONE's cost. Obviously the DNC must be obscure to anything the Clintons want to do. Imagine if she is like this now how she would be in the White House. (MORE BUSH) You folks that are always on here crying about Obama crying better take another look at your precious Clintons. They already had there excuse made up for when Hill got crushed in SC...... They will keep doing what they want, saying what they want with their petty accusations and cheap shots at the other candidates. Seems to me like they wouldn't be doing this if the didn't feel threatened by Obama. He is for real folks. WE NEED CHANGE!!!!!!!!!

Hillary what you are doing is not smart. You made a pledge not to go there and campaign. Obama should rip you apart. Obama 08

Sen. Clinton is correct to include Florida and Michigan on her radar and in her speeches, hundreds of thousands of people are speaking through their votes. Obama just won South Carolina in a rout, curiously was this reverse racism at play? Isn't it strange that African-American politicians and the media are quick to blame Mrs. Clinton and her husband and staffers of playing the "race" card but yet never acknowledge that the African American community is guilty of the same egregious behavior that existed years ago. It is clear from the result in South Carolina that the African American electorate are voting with their skin color as a key factor regrettably instead of who has a breadth of experience able to tackle a broad range of problems as President. Why isn't anyone talking about racism against white people or this blatant double standard? Mrs. Clinton has and will gracefully carry on and I am proud to support her.

This shows that Hillary Clinton does not believe that she should play by the rules. Our next president should have character and integrity.

Obama '08 and '12

I think it's ridiculous that Clinton is campaigning in Florida when both Obama and Edwards are not on the ballot. I certainly hope the media points out this fact when her inevitable 'victory' comes along.

She thinks that Florida will count and use it as a victory. Very smart but she's playing very dirty politics. Watch this folks, I guarantee you she will say that FL meant more than SC and that's not right.

I hope the American people don't see Florida as a real primary

Go Hillary, nail them in the debates!!!

HURRAY to HILLARY! She is leading the polls in FLA, she won this State landslide. This is her South Carolina. It is so smart of her to do that leading to the Feb. 5th Primary! She is a smart woman and I'm proud of her!

UPDATE: Asked about reports of Kennedy's endorsement, Obama said Sunday, "I’ve had ongoing conversations with Ted since I’ve got into this race. At the point where he is clear about what he’s doing and what to make it public, I will let Ted make it public."

Isn't that big of Obama .. the Kennedy's that have given their whole lives to this country and He is going to LET them make it public....
How long has Obama given to anything?

gosh, she will do anything to win, she has no values

Are the Democrats going to bite their nose to spite their face by ignoring Florida?
Then maybe the Florida Democrats won't go to the poles in November and Florida once again will end up giving their electorial votes to the Republican candidate.

Hmmmm. Clinton contradicting yet another promise. All of the Dems agreed they would skip Florida since the DNC yanked their delegates because they moved their primary date. And look who's going their despite her promise. Is any promise of the Clinton's safe?

Some claim the rest of the world doesn't trust Bush, but at least he sticks to his word. Would any of America's treaties be safe with her in the White House?

How's about you climb back up those steps, get back on your plane and leave?

I'm not in the mood for a cold front down here right now. It's been in the 70s today.

Thanks. Obama '08

Well this does it for me. She is supposed to be a strong leader but her husband does her defending, she wants to lead but now doesn't want to follow the rules she agreed to. I know she is fund ,not campaigning. ha

If she wins the nomination, I will not vote, or for the first time ever vote Republican.

Such a shame.........

Excuse me... She is pathetic.

So much for honoring the agreement between the candidates and the DNC not to campaign in Michigan and Florida! Both Obama and Edwards are keeping their pledges–but not the Clintons!

That the Clintons would break this agreement indicates their disdain for the good of the Democratic Party as well as their desperation to get a "win" in their column. (They won the popular vote in NH but by such a narrow margin that Clinton and Obama got the same number of delegates, and their win in NV resulted in Obama getting one more delegate than Clinton),

The Clintons indifference to keeping their word should be a warning to anyone expecting them to honor any promises made on the campaign trail.

You go Hillary. Let the voters have a voice. I don't care about any agreement. This is the kind of thing the Bushe's do.

Yes, we need Hillary to tell us what to do. Pathetic.

have fun! check out miami!!!!!!

I think it's pretty hypocritical of Clinton, to say "I won't campaign in Florida or give Florida relevance" when she was leading, and then turn around and say "Floridans must make their voice heard" when the race tightens up. That's a campaign statement. Regardless of how you feel about whether Florida's delegates should count, Hillary made a promise which she now seems content to break. The extent to which the Clintons are willing to go to win disturbs me. I remember someone else who was determined to win at all cost. His name is Karl Rove.

Why does anyone want her representing our party when she can't even follow the party's rules?

Trying to look Presidential because that is about all she has got right now.

Why rebell against the leadership of the party you want to have you norminated?

Months ago it was agreed that Michigan and Florida's delegates would not be counted. Are you that nervous about Super Tuesday that you need these votes Hillary?

'Fund Raising' the week before super tuesday in a state that has no delegates? She is fake and making rules up as she goes. The DNC must not allow the votes to count now. She is trying to steal this race.

So much for pledging not to campaign in Florida. I guess the rules for everyone else never did apply to the Dynasty of Clintons!

I'm glad to see her visiting Florida. We (the voters) are being punished for our state government moving the primaries forward, an issue that should have been put to a vote.

What is the deal? Didn't she pledge with the others not to campaign in Florida?

More evidence of dirty pool and disingenuity.

We all know that the Florida primary doesn't count, unfortunately. And now she is showing up there and I'm sure will declare "victory" there, even though those of us who know what is going on know that there is no contest there and no delegates.

Clinton feels the need to go to Florida but stayed of of Michigan. Is that becuase Florida is more delegate rich than Michigan. Again this just shows her divisiveness she thumping her nose at the DNC.

What about scences from the trail by other viable candidates (such as Edwards and Obama?); frankly, some of us are getting quite tired of seeing Hillary consistently featured here!!! Someone needs to really do something about this practice!!