Yes, it DOES matter in the scheme of things — let's do look at their records. And when we do, we already know that Clinton has more experience, and that she actually has posted her plan to pay for everything She has suggested. Obama just talks the talk–he doesn't walk the walk. He can't tell you how he will accomplish any of his "hopes and dreams and choices". Add to that the fact that he is ON VIDEO where it is obvious he is snubbing Clinton, and we see that in addition to being too inexperienced, he is also sullen and pouty. Something we sure don't need in a president. He needs to be capable of handling himself in awkward situations with other world leaders whom he also may not like. We need Clinton!

JW: You weren't there. You were watching a video. You do not know specifically what happened moment by moment. You do not know what happened before or after the speech. Also, have you read every single article written by or about Obama? Believe what you want because I really don't care. The point of what I wrote earlier is that there is this much interest over a handshake when there are many more important world issues going on in the world. Vote for whatever candidate you feel would best represent the country. Do you personally know Obama? How do you know how he handles himself in any situation except this one random moment? Were you this hard on Hillary when she cried over losing a primary election? People are people. We are all human beings. Again, vote for whoever you believe would be the best candidate. I personally like them both and think they would be an amazing powerhouse if they could work together. However, I think there is too much negativity coming out in this campaign that can divide people over minute and inconsequential things rather than focusing on the bigger and much more important issues. I have no intention of getting into an argument with some stranger on the internet and someone whose opinion is not going to affect mine. I am merely trying to get people to focus on more important issues. Thank you for allowing me to express my opinion and have a wonderful day!

People get so crazy when someone does not speak to them. what is that all about?

If one feels that bad about someone not acknowledging them, then stay home, never leave the house. Then your feeling will not be hurt.

Grow up-grown-ups!

It's a sad commentary on the state of society when people choose their vote over something like this, rather than stances on real issues, ability to lead, willingness to work with both parties to get things done.

Shame on the news agencies for making an issue out of something that shouldn't be, and shame on all the citizens of this country that care about something so unimportant relative to actual issues.

kinda funny he waits until the man goes to jail to give it back when he knew of his wrongdoing before.

Obama's relationship with Rezko came under greater scrutiny this week after prosecutors disclosed Rezko received $3.5 million from an Iraqi billionaire while claiming to be broke. He was jailed on Monday and a federal judge on Tuesday refused to reinstate his b

I am NOT voting for a dishonest man that has A LOT of growing up to do!

GO HILLARY!

If another presidential canidate did this - no one would have paid attention. It's because Obama and Clinton are the front runners in this current election that people are turning every little thing in to front page news. It's really really sad.

It's getting to the point that it looks like I'm watching a poorly written reality TV show.

Hillary all the way...
Johnathan, AR

He can talk about being an outsider and changing Washington all he wants - good points, yes. But this behavior smacks of immaturity, and we DON'T need that. We need someone who can work with people whose opinions differ from his/hers and the first step toward that kind of relationship is common courtesy.

Don't make the same mistake we've made before. Don't vote for someone because you like their Father or Husband and don't use a questionable, insignificant, human moment to hate.

Give us REAL news, please. Stop with this divisive crap.

Voters: I challenge you to look past the garbage that you see on this website, on your televisions, and in your newspapers that is nothing more than gossip in the guise of political reporting. We all need to be focused on doing what is best for our nation, and that does NOT include a stupid debate over who snubbed whom!

how do you expect obama to react after all those NEGATIVE propaganda during the campaign (after all he is human). to be fair to him how many of us would not react the same way.

finally i wish to reiterate that cnn should stick to issues because america and for that matter the whole world is bigger than clinton, obama and a 'SNUB'

Many have questioned in previous posts why this would be so significant if it were true that Sen. Obama actually turned his back as she approached, thus turning away from his opponent.

Someone even previously posted. without giving the statement much forethought:

[ You want to shake hands with someone that has been talking about you for the past month and a half.]

Well, YES you do want to shake hands with your adversary!

If you can not be a person having character and demonstrate that you are a statesman, then how are you ever going to expect to lead the most powerful country in the world and face the leaders of other countries where we do not agree with their policies or position?

That very not-so-subtle "snub" as people are referring to it as, speaks volumes on the true character of Sen. Obama and has really surprised me.

The media sadly will spin this for both camps and maybe it's become blown out of proportion to a small degree, however it does paint a not so perfect picture of the other candidate representing all of the democratic party,

I support Sen. Clinton based on her platform and as a person that I know will actually lead this country, not backing down or turning from any issue or any person that she has to face.

Oops…I meant interpret that.

Voters please take mental note and stay aware that the media support those candidates who are able to speak through their hands and buy their words. Consequently, the media’s words and visual representation are full of biasness and manipulation. Don’t be fooled America. Can we try to (at the very least) be independent thinkers who are not subjected to the nonsensical maneuvers of the media? Such is my hope for the 2008 elections.

There has never been a situation when Senator Obama has shown to be anything less than a polite, well manared gentlemen.

Defendinf himself from untruths said about him by the Clinton campaign does not constitute in my view a negative or undignified campaign. What should any normal person do when they are deliberately misquoted, specially during a seriously important US presidential bid? It seems to me that if he had not been attacked by the Clintons , Senator Obama would have never been put in that position. So stop manipulating facts to start honoring senator Obama as the well manared statesman that he has proven to be.

Another thing, who is the real presidential candidate? Mr. or Mrs. Clinton?
It is a very sad state of affairs when the FIRST WOMAN presidential candidate in this US of A has to stoop down AND DO POLITICS LIKE ALL THE MAN BEFORE HER. As a woman this is very undignifying and defeats the whole purpose and pride I could feel if I was properly being represented by Mrs. Clinton.
Their tactics are old and tired. They do prove to me now that they represent the way of the past. The American people deserve better than the way these people are conducting themselves. SHAME ON YOU CLINTONS. It is time for you faze into the past and let a new America florish.
TOGETHER WE CAN, TOGETHER WE WILL.

So, just think for a minute..........

Is this the President you want to represent you ?

Edwards drop out and we're left with these two attention seeking pop-culture nominees. The presidency will soon become a reality TV show.

Guess I'm voting republican this time around.

Either way you read this, I'm still not voting for her, I would rather not vote, or cast for a republican, than to vote for her.

All of you are worried about having a polite president, how about we have a president who doesn't CRY because campaigning is difficult? IT'S NOT SUPPOSED TO BE EASY! I think our president should be a little more resolved and stronger than that.

I know this is hard for people who look for any little excuse like a third-grade essay to discredit a truly honest man, but maybe, JUST MAYBE, A POTENTIAL SNUB DOES NOT MATTER IN THE GRAND SCHEME OF THINGS!!!

GROW UP.

And I am very disheartened at CNN for this story, but what should I expect from a media outlet that had "Britney Spears Files for Divorce" as a breaking news headline on an election day.

OBAMA '08!

Is it any wonder that a lot of americans don't know what many of the issues at stake are, when the press cares to concentrate on playground disputes such as Obama doesn't shake Hilary's hand or Hilary says something about Obama. Its ridiculous! When was the last time as policy based article was written?

Personally I like Obama and i also like Hilary but if you look at the policy platform of the three leading dems in this race Edwards anti-lobbyist anti corporate interest stance is the exact thing that America needs. However the press couldn't make a story out of him so he got no press coverage.

would hillary even be a senator if she wasnt married to bill? would she even be running for president if her husband wasnt president? people need to wakeup and look in the mirror and be honest with themselves first. if you cant be honest with yourself... then who are u fooling? the lack of inteligence in this country is really showing, its a sad day.

Dumbest comment from anyone, ever. And quite telling I might add.

Then later in the day he puts foot in mouth with sexist comment about Clinton's Florida win being just a beauty contest. No doubt if he got the 50% it would have been a mandate in Obama-speak.

Now his camp has made him a victim in SC, and will use race & sexism going fwd.