Comments on: Carter praises Obama

By: Dario

Dario — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 16:51:24 +0000

President Carter is a great man, Im truly believe you are, and I respect , president Carter. YOU SAVE MY LIFE MR PRESIDENT.

By: msd1

msd1 — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 22:53:54 +0000

Thank you, President Carter.

Your praise for Obama, the campaign he has run and his potential for healing our country and the world is endorsement enough for those of us who respect you and the work you have done for future generations.

By: lc

lc — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 02:58:46 +0000

KYNNE- As an educated black woman who has been in countless situations over the years where someone white has told me to my face that I am "different" from "regular" black people, I think I have a right to take offense when Obama is heaped with superlatives and compliments that paint him as the second coming. WHY WOULD RACIST REMARKS FROM A FEW WHITES GIVE YOU THE "RIGHT" TO BE OFFENDED BY PEOPLE'S PRAISES OF OBAMA? It does not.!!! YOUR BLACKNESS SHOULD NOT MAKE YOU ANY MORE OR LESS OFFENDED OR HONORED BY THE PRAISE AND CRITICISM THAT OBAMA RECEIVES. DO YOU THINK OBAMA HAS ANYTHING TO DO WITH WHAT OTHERS THINK AND SAY ABOUT HIM? NO. He does not control the opinions of others. To be fair I understand if you somehow believe that Hillary is more qualified. However, it is odd that you feel that because of your skin color you have a "rght" to be offended that others have political views that differ from yours and that you feel it is your duty to disregard their opinions based on the color of Obama's skin. I think it would be best if you stick to fact based opinions and not try to give your argument credence based on the color of your skin.

By: TFF S.Carolina

TFF S.Carolina — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 01:52:43 +0000

I'll try this again...I truly love Jimmy Carter and all that he does for our country and abroad and the Jimmy Carter will say something titillating about Hillary at the 2008 democratic convention right before Hillary accepts the 08' democraction nomination.

By: TFF S.Carolina

TFF S.Carolina — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 01:49:22 +0000

Greg...can I get an AMEN, best comment tonight.

By: TFF S.Carolina

TFF S.Carolina — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 01:43:36 +0000

I'm watching the CNN debate...besides Anderson, who are other folks asking questions?

By: ms blue

ms blue — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 01:24:25 +0000

i to no why the new york post is say that about obama and ted Kennedy are at a old boy clubs is not like that. im a Afro American women i feel she could come to them as well they can come to her. im tired of the cinton it time for a change so make a change

By: Glade Brosi

Glade Brosi — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 01:12:41 +0000

President Carter,
Thank you for your peaceful Presidency. Please formally support Barack Obama for President.

By: greg

greg — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:49:57 +0000

January 30, 2008 7:47 pm ET
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Why dont they put obamas wife back in the spotlight… when the public sees what they are getting for a first lady the race will be over….

it would be nice to get through moderation

By: Murry

Murry — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:49:25 +0000

Thank you President Carter!
Another one of the Clinton's friends are moving towards Obama. The Clintons should take that as a sign that they are doing something seriously wrong instead of just brushing it off or ignoring it.
As Toni Morrision said in her endorsement of Obama, youth does not equal lack of wisdom. Senator Obama is able to make the right decisions and take us down the right path.
I have no doubt that Hillary would be able to get a lot accomplished but it may the be the right things. On top of that she would alienate many people, as we are seeing.
I am a woman and I support Barack Obama!
Obama 08

By: Bobby CA

Bobby CA — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:44:06 +0000

GO Hillary 2008! Obama gets back school! Or you are becoming a CHINA emperor and there many old, dieing men stand your back.

GO Hillary 2008!

By: Vince in NC

Vince in NC — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:34:17 +0000

Unbelievable! So many mean-spirited attacks on Jimmy Carter by the Clinton backers. Just goes to show they will do anything and attack anybody that doesn't back their cause.

By: Doris

Doris — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:25:02 +0000

adanma January 30, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Doris I am disappionted by your comments. I will be surprised if I found out you had any education.

Oh that's right only the uneducated people are backing Clinton. Whatever – it doesnt take a genius to figure out Obama. By the way FOX had a story on Obama. Said he was going to donate to charity some of the money he got from his friend in Illinois. Wonder if he is also giving back the house.

By: Edd of West Hollwood, CA

Edd of West Hollwood, CA — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:23:45 +0000

SILENCE is GOLDEN sometimes. There is no way, HILLARY will loose this battle. SHE STILL LEADS THE NATIONAL POLLS! She started her campaign way back before, this is the reason why she has a strong base support now! We have not heard of Obama before, he only resurfaced just now. Even Illinois residences do not know him until now! What is his major achievement?

Anyway, I will go for Hillary since I believe in her vision. She is qualified to do the job and she is the only one who can beat any Republican! GO HILLARY!

By: Patrick

Patrick — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:20:58 +0000

The vitriol aimed at Hillary (and Carter) on this cite is appalling. Most of the obviously biased accusations are based on media innuendo, mis-interpretation, vicious exaggerations, and many lies, What has this woman done to deserve such contempt? Specifics, please.

At the same time, what has Obama done to deserve sainthood?

By: Pat, NY

Pat, NY — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:19:18 +0000

He said Obama's CAMPAIGN was extraordinary. He didn't endorse him. Can't anyone just let someone's words stand, without redefining their meaning?

By: John G, New York, NY

John G, New York, NY — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:09 +0000

Regardless of what you may think of President Carter's politics or his effectiveness while serving in the White House, posting hateful and vitriolic things about a genuinely good man is not a virtue and it reflects poorly on your character.

Writing mean-spirited things is easy – dedicating your life to a "calling" of doing good with your life is hard. Whether you voted for him...or even whether you like him...to question Jimmy Carter's heart and soul is a shameful thing.

By: Constance

Constance — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:53:41 +0000

The reason that Obama can bring change is becasue he IS the change. His continued decency demonstrates that. He is not cynical. I want a leader who faces challenges with hope. This is a marvelous qualification.

I can't believe that any candidate would be capable of stepping into the Presidency with all the answers and knowledge. That seems unreasonable. The world is a dynamic and changing place. A person with solid character would be capable of facing what comes with an attitude that promotes finding genuine solutions that serve many.

It would seem to me that having good character is a meaningful and legitimate qualification for being President.

I would love to see this country pull out of it's spiraling decline into cynicism. I understand that Hillary may have more experience, but that is insufficent.

Obama '08

By: Crane

Crane — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:53:25 +0000

About experience.....Last time I checked, the president of the U.S does not isolate himself in his bedroom with the door locked, when making decisions for America. He usually has advisors and several other people who influence the decisions.....There goes the silly argument about Obama not having any experience. I think the experience argument is most commonly used by whites who don't want to see a black man in office (even if the woman who broght him into this world is a white woman). As for Blacks who make the same lame argument, they are just misinformed as to how the president makes decisions. Also, I am curious as to what experience Hillary has, that Barack lacks. Being the wife of the president does not make you president. Here's a radical comment, but I'll make it anyway: The fact that Bill cheated on Hillary could suggest that their marriage during his presidency was not as close as it should have been. With that logic, it's hard to imagine that he shared much of his presidential knowledge with her, during his presidency. Sure she has an advantage (sleeping every night in the same bed as one of the most popular presidents in history – Bill) but that does not make Hillary an experienced person, as far as the American presidency is concerned.

By: matt

matt — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:44:12 +0000

Stay Focused:_
Sorry I commented thinking that you deleted my post. I appreceiate your thoughts.
I just want a person who can show me the future.
Thanx!

By: john Gio, NYC

john Gio, NYC — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:43:08 +0000

Jimmy Carter. Probably the WORST president ever. 14% Inflation, 14% unemployment, Iran hostage crisis. One term loser!

By: stan pitts pa

stan pitts pa — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:42:05 +0000

i believe the democrats will take the white house this time, but only if obama is the nominee!

By: matt

matt — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:34:58 +0000

Mr. Stay Focused:-

It looks like I'm living in Iran or China or Cuba. This is a blog and let people write. Please do not delete the posts unless they are Obscene!
Many people are feeling exactly the same as I'm doing.

By: Randy - Denver

Randy - Denver — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:32:02 +0000

Isn't it interesting how all these people post about tyhe "insiders' and "old guard" supporting Obama and then say he does not know how to get things done in Washington? I suppose running on a platform that says the old ways of doing things are wrong and then CONVINCING the "old guard" and "insiders" to go along with you is somehow not a sing that you can make things happen and is a sign that you are too inexperianced for the job? I also must ask how being married to a president makes you experianced enough for the job? I was married to a bartender and yet I manage to spill soda every time I pour it and cannot honestly tell you the difference between gin and vermouth... and my wife was married to a sailor for 21 years and yet she gets seasick on a calm day and has no idea how to fix a seawater pump. I am not one to worry aobut dynasties or any of that type of crap but I do find that after reading the platforms of BOTH Ms. Clinton and Mr. Obama, and going to both their websites, and doing the research on their ideas at other sites, that while they are close in most regards in ideas and plans the Mr. obama has a better chance of implementing these ideas. After all he has convinced the "old guard" or "insiders" to support him as well as older people and younger people. For the record I am a white male and would love to vote for a woman who could do the job and actually get things done but both my wife and I agree Ms. Clinton would not be able to work beyond those who, justly or unjustly, hate her she tends to attack when provoked whereas Mr. Obama tends to smile. I think that is a more mature response.

By: Marie

Marie — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:31:28 +0000

Thanks CNN for NEVER putting my anti Obama comments on the blog. But of course, I am not voting for CNN's candidate.

By: Vic

Vic — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:31:08 +0000

Uh-Oh, President Carter. You stepped into the race "thing" that you are so holier-than-thou castigating Bill Clinton for. Clinton's words: "Jesse Jackson won here, twice, and won both times. He ran a good campaign; Senator Obama is running a good campaign." Boy, did Clinton catch it! Carter's words: "He (Obama) has the rhetorical skill of Martin Luther King, Jr." Now all we need is something with which we can compare Obama to Ted Kennedy. Don't say JFK, because I was there, and believe me, "never the twain shall meet!" What's wrong with the above quotations?

By: Cable King Pittsburgh PA

Cable King Pittsburgh PA — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:12:46 +0000

OK Jimmy, everyone knows you were not exactly the best President we ever had.

When it comes to best former presidents you be da man!

By: Stay focused

Stay focused — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:04:30 +0000

Matt

Although this will be your first election.....you seem to be a lot more informed and intelligent than a lot of these older voters who have been posting on this board. Is this what is meant by "experienced individuals" because if it is, then Lord knows we don't need another uniformed, unintelligent, person running this country based on experience (or should I say, lack of)

As a young person, you seem to be very informed.....that's the type of President we need. OBAMA '08

By: matt

matt — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:03:39 +0000

MARK MY WORDS!

I DON'T HATE CLINTONS. BUT I HAVE A GENUINE CONCERN. BILL CLINTON WILL PULL THE MAJOR STRINGS IN HILLARY'S ADMINISTRATION. LONG TIME LOBBYISTS WILL BE BACK IN LINE LOOKING FOR FAVORS, FROM OUTSOURCING AGENTS TO DRUG COMPANIES. BILL WILL HELP HILLARY IN MANIPULATING CONCEALING AND MISREPRESENTING THE FACTS AS HE HAS BEEN THERE AND HAS DONE IT.

WE WILL REGRET THAT AFTER 4 LONG YEARS!

By: Azar

Azar — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:03:21 +0000

Moderator:

I am Obama supporter. Why don't you post my previous comments?

By: Vince Los Angeles, CA

Vince Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:03:11 +0000

The New York Post backs Obama

(CNN) – The New York Post – which endorsed Hillary Clinton during her last Senate run – has backed Barack Obama in the Democratic presidential primary, saying “Obama represents a fresh start.”

In an editorial posted on the paper’s Web site Wednesday, the conservative editorial board said the Illinois senator “sorely lacks seasoning,” adding “We don't agree much with Obama on substantive issues. But many Democrats will. He should be their choice on Tuesday.”

The paper has had a complicated relationship with Hillary Clinton. She and her husband have often been sharply criticized by the conservative editorial board, but the New York senator has developed a friendly relationship with the Post’s owner, Rupert Murdoch.

On Wednesday, the board wrote that Obama’s “opponent, and her husband, stand for déjà vu all over again – a return to the opportunistic, scandal-scarred, morally muddled years of the almost infinitely self-indulgent Clinton co-presidency.”

I COULDN'T HAVE SAID IT BETTER MYSELF!!!

By: LIZ

LIZ — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:03:02 +0000

YES, WE CAN-–keep the good ole boys politics. Endoresments from Ted Kennedy who's been in Congress forever, John Kerry whose wife owns Heinz, and Jimmy Carter.

Really a CHANGE!!!

By: Help Me

Help Me — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:57:11 +0000

Well said Cliff. To both supporters of Obama and Clinton, let's change the tone of this debate. Please stop the negative posts/attacks. Don't let the media ruin this chance for the democrats to take the whitehouse.

By: suspect82

suspect82 — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:47:14 +0000

LOL –
Carter, Ted Kenndy, and Jesse Jackson: Please stay away! Don't mess it up for Obama 08.......

By: Ralph

Ralph — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:41:03 +0000

Moderator, why won't you put anti liberal comments on???? Hurt your feelings. Too correct. TYPICAL MEDIA

By: Henry A

Henry A — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:39:59 +0000

The democrats sure can pick at each other.

By: IA. Democrat

IA. Democrat — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:38:49 +0000

Posted by a backward thinking conservative...

"D Lowery January 30, 2008 3:56 pm ET

I believe Obama should give it to Hillary, he is too inexperienced and too young. And I don't believe America is ready for a Black Leader."

By: IA. Democrat

IA. Democrat — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:35:17 +0000

Former President Jimmy Carter is a wonderful statesman and fine gentleman. I sense yet another endorsement coming for the man who may very well be our next president. This is great day-

By: Kent

Kent — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:32:58 +0000

George Albert is correct. Carter single handedly destroyed the US Farming institution with his symbolic embargos. As a President, he was one of the worst in modern times. Why do you think he was only a 1 term and out?

By: Henry

Henry — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:32:28 +0000

Folks you ned to look at the Clinton Chronicles on the internet and find out what they really are and who they represent........

By: phillip

phillip — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:32:15 +0000

I have not been this exicted about politics in my life! I am 32 yrs old i currently serve in the army(12 yrs) and i am ashamed to say that i have never voted in a presedntial race. Barack Obama has me excited about politics i mean i loved bill but he never made me get off my but and vote. I see change with Obama his story is the American story he really speaks for most Americans and i believe he will make a great Commander in Chief . i dont see Obama as a black or white man i see him as a man who can lead this great country back to its rightful place in this world.

By: GreatHawk

GreatHawk — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:31:00 +0000

President Carter is one of the last remaining heroes in the Democratic Party. I hope he will endorse a new generation of leaders with Barack Obama.

By: Pat

Pat — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:30:46 +0000

JFK's father bought his presidency and now his brother has the nerve to be 'offended' by how Bill Clinton is conducting himself as he campaigns for Hillary. What a hypocrite. Also, what will Obama owe Teddy if he gets elected? In Washington, no good deed goes unrewarded!

By: Gave Up

Gave Up — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:30:33 +0000

If we want any kind of change we will not vote for any incumbants, or any of these smooth talking politicians. But, we will vote, and 4 years later we will be blogging again whinning and complaining. C ya in 4 years. The elected are only going to get worse. Look at the past presidents, only getting worse.

By: alexis

alexis — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:28:45 +0000

One Obama doesnt salute the flag....How can he even be allowed to run for President
Two Obama doesnt believe in god....
He will bring this country down... he cant even handle Clinton(turning his back on her ) what makes people think he can handle the country with maturity????

By: stan pitts pa

stan pitts pa — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:22:46 +0000

im sick of the bush-clinton-bush dynasty we have a democracy folks not a monarchy, lets end this rule of America by 2 families, lets preserve our democratic integrity,say no to hillbilly, yes to the future, obama08!

By: tomw

tomw — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:21:18 +0000

OBAMA 08 OBAMA 08 OBAMA 08 FIRED UP READY TO GO YES WE CAN

By: Cathy in Walnut, California

Cathy in Walnut, California — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:20:51 +0000

The "Clintons" didn't/don't have integrity or moral principles in their marriage so what makes us think they will run the "White House" any different! It's unintelligent to vote for someone who has already showed you their ethics. Cathy in California

By: scl

scl — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:16:43 +0000

I don't see why everyone is bashing President Carter simply because of his impression of Obama's message of extraordism (he clearly says that he is not supporting Obama). The issue here is Obama vs Clinton, in deciding who's the best candidate of the Democratic party and who will beat the Republicans not changing your vote bacause of a former President. All this critism and racial tension from comments from the black women bashing Obama is a disgrace of their own race. I am a white woman that sees Obama as a new leader and will bring about change in this county. He has more experience than President's Bush and Bill Clinton together. he All I see is Clintonism "old politics as usual" back into the White House. I am a government retiree and know how inside politics work, for I have worked through several Administrations and different govt. agencies for the past 30 years, almost the same amount of time that Hillary says she has 35 years experience. I didn't know of the woman until she became First Lady. I respect her as a strong woman and what she has gone through during the Clinton White House years. But, what has Hillary brought to the table for the past 35 years as she claims. I see the Clinton Campaign doing anything to get elected. Yes, Bill was a good President, but who's running for President here, Bill or Hillary? The fact that Hillary is a woman does not mean that she is the best candidate, in which some of you woman have expressed. Sounds like some of you are voting for her because you are biased against men. I think Hillary is playing victim when she says she reached for Obama's hand during the Pres. Union Speech. Has she nothing else to talk about, except the Clinton campaign complaining once again. This is an insult to American voters. Again, this is just another tactic for her to plead that she is victim . She's only jealous that Ted Kennedey did not support her. I am with Obama all the way. So, wake up people and get with the program! I hear a lot of bias against Obama, especially from the women of his own race. He is his own person. Just because his mother is white does not make him indifferent against his race. I see him strongly for all people, not just a few. A strong supporter from Virginia.

By: Deborah

Deborah — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:16:36 +0000

OBAMA '08, thanks Mr. Carter. Please forgive me Mr. Cafferty, but I would like for you to answer my question about the Florida primary's, because I am voting for the first time. If the vote's in Florida didn't count, how come everyone including Senator Clinton are claiming her victory, when also there are no Delegates. And what are they going to do with the winning votes? Will they attach them to her votes on Super Tuesday? That would'nt be right. Thanks for your time, and will you e-mail me back. Also I asked this question to Mr. Lou Dobb's but he did not respond back, I guess because listening to him on CNN, he is a Hillary supporter, so maybe that is why. Again thanks for listening.