January 30, 2008
Posted: 11:00 AM ET
Obama praised Edwards in a statement Wednesday.
Obama praised Edwards in a statement Wednesday.

WASHINGTON (CNN) – Democrat Barack Obama praised John Edwards and his wife Elizabeth Wednesday, in a statement issued shortly after news surfaced the former North Carolina senator plans to drop his presidential bid.

“John Edwards has spent a lifetime fighting to give voice to the voiceless and hope to the struggling, even when it wasn’t popular to do or covered in the news," he said. "At a time when our politics is too focused on who’s up and who’s down, he made a nation focus again on who matters – the New Orleans child without a home, the West Virginia miner without a job, the families who live in that other America that is not seen or heard or talked about by our leaders in Washington."

"John and Elizabeth Edwards have always believed deeply that we can change this – that two Americans can become one, and that our country can rally around this common purpose," Obama continued. "So while his campaign may end today, the cause of their lives endures for all of us who still believe that we can achieve that dream of one America."

Filed under: Barack Obama • John Edwards


go hillary!   February 2nd, 2008 6:18 pm ET

I'M SO SICK OF OBAMA. WAKE UP EVERYONE! NOW THAT EDWARDS IS OUT OF THE RACE, OBAMA IS KISSING UP TO HIM TRYING TO WIN HIS SUPPORTERS.

John G-- Brooklyn   January 30th, 2008 7:58 pm ET

Rafi68- actually i dont remember him saying that. They do have a different approach to universal healthcare but thats just one issue. I would say that Edwards and Clinton disagree on the issues more than he and Obama overall, including in regard to campaign financing/lobbiests and trade, 2 of edwards biggest issues.

And this ur an idot thing from a lot of clinton supporters toward obama supporters (goes the other way to). Give it a rest. Some of the smartest people in this country support obama and one of obamas biggest bases of support is people with advanced degrees. Maybe the reason they support obama is beyond ur comprehension, but many/most of hissupporters are not idiots and are thinking very clearly. Also for all the woman who desire to see a woman in the white house, which is totally understandable, take solace in some of obama's biggest supporters like senator clair mckaskil, governer kathy sebelius and gov janet napolitano who are all rissing stars in the party and may be excellent candites in the near future.

stan pitts pa   January 30th, 2008 7:53 pm ET

the more i listen to HRC nad her blatant lies, she thinks Americans are idiots and morons, obama will win by a landslide, keep lying through you teeth HRC!

Jack ny, ny   January 30th, 2008 7:38 pm ET

More I hear Obama speak more I want to vomit. He is so annoying.

Texan   January 30th, 2008 7:38 pm ET

Cnn can you provide a phone number so that all of the posters that are so upset about your shoving Obama down our throats can call and complain? Or will Lou Dobbs help us? He is very outspoken about the "people of America should have their voices heard" I know why you are doing this, but everytime I post it, it never shows up.. Shame shame shame on you!

James   January 30th, 2008 7:32 pm ET

To all who make comments. Although you will have no problem using Hillary's FULL name, do not use Barak's FULL name as the moderator DOES NOT LIKE THAT.

I wonder why???

Just more CNN bias. CNN shame on you.

Gail - CA   January 30th, 2008 7:21 pm ET

I am a VERY disappointed in the Republican party. I am a converted Republican planning on voting for Sen. Obama because he has the ability to build a coalition, appeal to other parties outside of his own, which will translate in getting a majority in Washington to actually get things done. I have several Republican friends who feel the same way and are supporting Sen. Obama. .

However, if it were a Clinton vs. McCain in the general, they had indicated that they will stick with the party so that the Clintons don't get back into the White House. Personally, I don't know what I would do yet.

If Hillary Clinton is the Democratic nominee - I have the feeling the Republicans will regain the White House. McCain can get the Independent votes and possibly diehard Obama supporters who would never vote for Hillary because of some of the campaign tactics played the past month against Sen. Obama.

So, I am scared that if Hillary is the Democratic nominee, we are back to nothing getting done in Washington for another 4 years. We will be back to the partisanship and gridlock we see in Washington for the past 10 or so years.

NickNas   January 30th, 2008 6:49 pm ET

I AM NOT SUCKING UP TO CNN BUT>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

You people REALLY need to back off the Moderators. I have a few web sites of my own and the Biggest has only 40k members or so and I have 23 VOLUNTEER moderators who work their BUTTS off to keep up with all of our posts ( non- pollitical hobby site)

It takes TIME to do that job and if you keep sniveling they might take this away from us. It is EXPENSIVE to do this and I like it that we get a chance to speak out.

Rachel   January 30th, 2008 6:31 pm ET

At a time when our country is at a HUGE turning point, at a time when our country is suffering, at a time when our men and women are risking their life on the line, it is not the time for a HUGE change. We need someone who can make a difference yes, and change is good, but experiance leads change, and Obama has none.

Todd   January 30th, 2008 6:24 pm ET

Well, well, well… There is a female, and male, and then there is just JOHN, but today just JOHN may help you, so today you praise him and laude him with accolades…how nice, praise when convienient, when you need the people. YOU are a hypocrit OBAMA.

shaun   January 30th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Why don't people see the obvious when its so obvious…

obama/edwards has potential to be the greatest ticket in history. Things will get done in washington, and our image will be greatly restored around the world, but like john said, when the agents of change stand up the voices of status quo will shout. Please people, I know we all have our disagreements, but the obvious is in our face, and we may not get another chance at something like this…

vote obama, and you'll most likely get the son of the south John edwards

Tired of the Clintons   January 30th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Repeat after me "Obama brings about a change - Difference". I am not looking forward to another four years of the Clintons. lying, scheming, getting rich, supporting the lobbyist on the backs of others, siting on Walmart's board while claiming to want healthcare for all, infidelity, dirty politics, scandals, need I go on…

Shame on them! haha

RAFi68   January 30th, 2008 5:42 pm ET

edwards will not support obama because he said , he is a do nothing especcialy when is time to vote for something important remenber that ……..hillary 08 . and obama said hillary and edwards have the same ideas like healhcare , and everything else ….. think people think ….

phillip   January 30th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

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.

Marco   January 30th, 2008 5:29 pm ET

I fully commend the efforts of John Edwards! He is truly an all-star American! I am a big supporter of Edwards.

Can anyone explain how to attend the debates held in California. Please help!

an independant   January 30th, 2008 5:26 pm ET

America is in trouble. American have made a lot of mistakes in the last 8 years, they can not afford another mistake. People were easily cornered by propaganda and media bias. It is sad people don't learn from lesson. Obama is out of the league, although he is a good public speaker.

Hillary is not about the past, she is the one who has fighted with the Republican right wings from the begining. She is tough and has experience. People like or dislike her, but it is time for American to make right choice.

Vote for Hillary '08, '12

Nobama   January 30th, 2008 5:11 pm ET

CNN is doing a favor for obama because he's their big advertiser, with Obama (boring) commercial running every 5 minutes. Yawn!

Carrie   January 30th, 2008 5:07 pm ET

Obama/ Edwards 08

CHANGE, YES WE CAN!

Mary   January 30th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

I think Deb show remain in moderation until she gets her facts straight!
Haven't you learned not to believe the Clintons? Remember, "I did not have sex with that woman"
Obama 08

NickNas   January 30th, 2008 4:58 pm ET

To our Friend " JOE"

I have discussed you ( yes you) with a few of my friends frm both sides of the isle and it is funny.. they ALL know your posts and agree on one thing. You MUST work for Hillary. WHY? you ask. Your statements are almost always empty of actual reasoning but ALWAYS say the same thing HILLARY HILLARY even on threads that have NOTHING to do with her.

NOW you say Edwards should be Hillarys VP… Why is that..because they LOOK the same…it is clear ( if you pay ANY attention) that he has been against her all along..SHE is not CHANGE. I don't know the man personally but I don't think even HE wants the heat of Turning to the Darkside JUST to get a job. He seems too image aware to do that. Go back to your $8.00hr and hour Blog for Hillary Job and work on your technique. You are too transparent.

Chances are Slim you will get to see this but at least the Moderator will know there are a FEW people out here who are smarter than stumps.

Bruce Johnson   January 30th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

John Edwards ran an honorable campaign and succeeded in shaping the agenda for all Democratic candidates and I hope for the general election.
As John acknowledged in the last debate, he and Obama are the real candidates standing for change against the status quo represented by the Clintons.
Where I see Edwards and Obama differing is in their approach to how that change can come about… perhaps not so much a difference as that Obama's message is clearer that really achieving the changes so badly needed in this country and the world requires an active, mobilized and united citizenry. That's not just about changing faces in the White House, but a fundamental change in the way politics is conducted. Whoever is in the White House can 'fight' and 'take on' the lobbyists and special interests and corporations, but as the Clinton's failed effort for Healthcare Reform years ago illustrates, they can't win by themselves or by forming alliances of the powerful through muddy compromises. To win, we need an inspired and mobilized citizenry — then we can't lose.

Anonymous   January 30th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

if you want huckabee you fell on your head badly!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
same for clinton no offense

Anonymous   January 30th, 2008 4:40 pm ET

am i glad edwards dropped out. today a man in georgia walked up to me and said vote for i am not telling name. i really like you romney georgia is there to take you to washington

Goddy   January 30th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

The CNN should have included Hillary's comment regarding John's getting out of the race. CNN and the press should start asking hard questions about Obama. This is becoming one-sided. Even when Senator Kennedy endorsed Obama, CNN carried it for over thirty minutes and any time Hillary is speaking, it is hardly covered for twenty minutes.

Eric   January 30th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

I think that the Clinton supporters got so used to Hillary being the ordained frontrunner that they just can't stand to see anyone else get any press. I find it funny because CNN = The Clinton News Network for almost 10 months on this ticker…

The fact of the matter is no one likes reading positive stories about the other candidate. Grow up!

Tara   January 30th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

Am I the only person not buying into Obama's rhetoric? People, wake up! Good speeches won't fix the health care crisis.

Dave   January 30th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

Edwards phoned the Obama camp last week and they told Edwards to go away
they didn't need him. Do you really believe that Edwards is interested in making a deal with Obama now? I don't think so.

AnnAloha, Independent Thinker. PA   January 30th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

This post was waiting for moderators since 8am this morning.
Guess I touched a nerve?
Senator John Edwards you rock and thank you for you patience towards the glorification of Senator Obama by the cable news media.
So much for fair and subjective journalism…

The BIGGEST Loosers?
CNN MSNBC and FOX
I bet they are scrambling to get an interview…but now he can tell them…Why should I…you chose to ignore me, bash Senator Clinton and all that to Showcase Senator Obama.
What's the old saying???
Never Burn Your Bridges!!!!!
LMAO

Missy   January 30th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

I would never vote for Hillbilly Clinton i would vote for detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick . Lets not forget what a mess that was left in the whitehouse the tax payers got to pay for.

Amy   January 30th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

We don't need another so-called ivy league graduate of Harvard or Yale as President because some of them seem to think America is their personal kingdom and that they are better than other Americans. Wake up America! Obama and Clinton graduated from so called ivy league schools. Americans, you must take your country back from the ivy league elitists.

MILDRED   January 30th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

D-MT, Believe me, you need to sit back and read what you said. And know that you vote alone in the booth. I just hope that you family and neighbors minds are stronger than yours. You need some love in your heart, not for Obama, but society, and our country.

Judith, Ridgewood, NJ   January 30th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

If we read Obama's words, they astutely and clearly honor the essence of Edward's imost mportant message. We can respect one another in this way. It is a part of coming together.

YES WE CAN

Bukky   January 30th, 2008 4:03 pm ET

REALLY AWAITING MODERATION SINCE NOON?

Bukky January 30, 2008 12:49 pm ET
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Mike January 30, 2008 11:33 am ET

John Edwards hasn't yet given his speech to leave the race and Obama is now fishing for Edwards supporters to support him.

A top Edwards aide said the former senator contacted Obama and Clinton on Tuesday, telling them he was considering dropping out of the race and asking them to make poverty a top issue of their campaigns and — if either reaches the White House — a central part of their administration.

Both candidates agreed, the aide said.

Obama is just living up to his word AS USUAL

Chiman   January 30th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

I have a been a great fan of CNN as an independent news channel (not like FOX news) but since last couple of weeks, I am disappointed (and am sure there are may others) as CNN has become an OBAMA campaign resource. Obama’s comment about Edward gets published on CNN web site but not Hillary’s. Obama’s speach on Edwards gets coverage on CNN channel while Clinton’s comments did not even get read (even by the news caster). What is going on? How much is Obama paying CNN?

Brian   January 30th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

You have to be kidding, he praises John Edwards to save grace and you, CNN, will air anything about Obama, what you failed to do is air Clintons remarks that outreached more support for Edwards than Obama's. Get off the ban wagon and treat all the canidates with equality across the boards.
It is clear to see that CNN has a hight level CO that is a Obama supporter because that is all CNN talks about. It is sad that we have these issues in American Politics. Be fair in your reporting will you.

Karen, Florida   January 30th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

How come anything involving Hillary is a scandal, anything involving Obama is a "non-issue". Does that mean he's just better at sweeping things under the rug?

KEVO777   January 30th, 2008 3:51 pm ET

wealthy Blacks Supporting Obama:

kareem Abdul jabbar
charles barkley
michael jordan
shelia johnson
halle Berry
tracee ellis ross
jamie fox
jasmine guy
eddie murphy
chris rock
oprah winfred
alice walker
will smith
jada pickett smith
forest whittaker
alfre wodard
master P
ne-yo
gov deval patrick
rep sanford bishop
rep elijah cummings
rep chakah fattah
rep al green
rep barbara lee
rep jesse jackson jr

tHIS IS FOR THE NOT SO SMART PERSON WHO SAID HILARY HAS ALL THE WEALTHY BLACK SUPPORT

KEVO777   January 30th, 2008 3:50 pm ET

Hillary Supporter January 30, 2008 12:50 pm ET

Nice of Obama to START his campaign speech as everyone is awaiting Edwards announcement……what a glory hog……grow up, man….grow up.

NO HATE IN '08, WHAT IS WRONG WITH HIM SPEAKING TO EDWARDS?
Wow, are you that bored and hateful towards Obama that you would demoize hime for trying to get support. dUMB, REAL DUMB

redneck in nyc   January 30th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

it seems that democrats are just as fond of categories as the republicans. if we dont get past this, we will lose. Obama is a post-demographic candidate…he is black AND white, therefore scary for those who cling to racial "definitions". As far as experience, he has dedicated his adult life to public service. back in 92, bill was the bright young hope and bush was "experience". the point is, "experience" can lead to cronyism and cynicism just as much as it can help understand the workings of govt. Obama is perfectly qualified to be President. It's time to let the Clintons go…

Carl   January 30th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

Listening to Obama supporters is like watching teenagers make out… so nauseating you have to look away. All the panting is something that needs to be done behind closed doors.

Karen, Florida   January 30th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

What a suck up, he's just dying for Edwards' endorsement.

Patrick   January 30th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

and the PRo-Obama bias continues!!!

KEVO777   January 30th, 2008 3:46 pm ET

Amy January 30, 2008 12:27 pm ET

Matthew January 30, 2008 11:50 am ET

Nice to see women already bashing this."

Women will not only "bashing this", I hope women will understand what is going on and will reflect on what is happening to most of them (perhaps not to Caroline Kennedy) every day of their lives. Grotesque remarks and double standards. And all of you, all of you.. have/had mothers. But when it comes to women, you have no sense of fairness. Hillary was not treated fair and equal with the other candidates. Period.

Hillary'08!

If its about making poverty an issue and finding solutions to economic problems, it is Hillary who can be aggressive to have things done.

It's a shame that you choose by gender. What , do you think america will chenge for you personally. Do u think that mothers around the country are betrayers. Wow
extreme ignorance

MILDRED cAMACHO   January 30th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

I LOVED BILL AND HILLARY, NOW I FEEL THAT BILL USED THE BLACK VOTE TO GET ELECTED, TWICE. BUT RIGHT NOW I WANT TO DONATE HIM A TURTLE NECK SWEATER, CAUSE HIS RED IS SHOWING. I THOUGHT HE WOULD HAVE BE DELITED THAT HIS WIFES OPPONENT IS BLACK, FINALLY SOMETHING IN POLITICS IS COLOR BLIND, BUT HE THINK ITS A FAIRYTALE, BOY WERE WE TRICKED.. AGAIN.

KEVO777   January 30th, 2008 3:42 pm ET

Ray January 30, 2008 12:23 pm ET

WOW, For Obama wanting all this change he sure is looking to get all of Washington to back him!!! How is that change?

You need everybody to make a change. What is he suppose to do, fight with them like Hilary?
Come on, use your head

KEVO777   January 30th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Carol January 30, 2008 12:13 pm ET

I was just on another political blog….

There was a picture of Edwards standing next to 'you know who.'

An Obama supporter wrote….. "Look at her.. Hillary's just gross."

Well, that's a venomous Obama supporter for you.

P.S. The person standing next Edwards was his wife Elizabeth….. Ha! Ha! Now THAT'S an Obama supporter. Hating just to hate…. Ha! Ha! Ha!

WOW HOW OLD ARE U? THAT WAS THE MOST IMMATURE STATEMENT I HAVE READ REGARDING OBAMA SUPPORTERS. WOW

Amy R.   January 30th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

The Constitution permits Bill Clinton to be elected vice-president, and if necessary to ascend for a third time to the presidency as careful attention to the language of the 12th and 22nd Amendments shows.

The 12th Amendment would allow a Clinton vice-presidency. Its language only bars from the vice-presidency those persons who are "ineligible to the office" of President. Clinton is not ineligible to the office of president, however. He is only disqualified (by the 22nd Amendment) from being elected to that office

Article II of the Constitution carefully defines exactly who is "eligible to the Office of President": anyone who is a natural born citizen, at least 35 years old, and has been a U.S. resident for at least 14 years.

bp   January 30th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

I am a conservative - so I don't have a dog in the Obama / Clinton fight. It amazes me to see the Clintons accusing the media of bias. No one controls the media like they do. But if the media does not buy their spin, they are so quick to whine about bias.

What amazes me even more is to read the posts from the Clinton supporters accusing CNN and the media of bias. I don't see it. CNN is just as tough on Obama as Clinton. One week it is better for one, and then the next week is better for the other. You can't always get what you want. When the Clintons fumble, somehow it's always someone else's fault - never theirs. If they don't get the spin they want, then that's their fault. They need to suck it up and try harder - not whine. It is hard to respect that kind of behavior.

I think the whining comes from the Clintons' incredible sense of entitlement. No one has the right to control the media. That is what scares me about the Clintons - their insatiable desire for power. Hilliary Clinton reminds me so much of Richard Nixon, and although I am a conservative, even I know better than to want another Nixon.

Obama seems different. I could never vote for such a liberal candidate, but I believe that he could work well with conservatives and help get our nation back on track. If Hilliary Clinton wins, the rift in Congress and in our nation will widen. A lot of conservatives want her to win at least the nomination because they believe it will lead to a conservative groundswell and revitalization. But I am not so Machiavellian. I would like to get a peacemaker for our next president - preferably from the right, but from the left if necessary. Hilliary Clinton is the candidate of bitterness. Obama seems to be the peacemaker who can unite us rather than divide us.

Edwards Supporter   January 30th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

SS: Edwards' supporters were already in Obama's camp, he doesn't need to covet us. A lot of us went with Edwards because he's run before and he's from the south. They're otherwise virtually identical on issues and principles. Obama has proven he's our best hope and the best choice for both national and party solidarity.

KEVO777   January 30th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Deb, the wealthy Blacks are supporting Hillary. John Lewis, Charles Rangle and the rest of the old guard. Get the facts straight.

If you think because they are wealthy supporters and all blacks follow suit, you are very ignorant to what's going on

Susan, MI   January 30th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

Hey CNN, I know Obama is your darling, but do you think you could post this?

If Edwards endorses Obama, I'll be even more disgusted with the obvious 'old boys network.'

And, although 'political pundits' say that 60% of those voters who would have voted for Edwards will now go for Obama (according to CNN), I have read elsewhere that the exact opposite will occur (NY Times recent national poll (Jan 24, 2008) showing that Clinton will gain more of Edward's votes should he drop out). I bet, especially in the South, that votes among white voters that would have gone to Edwards will now go to Hillary. In support of this, an MSNBC poll showed a 10-point decline for Obama among whites in just one week in South Carolina and a second poll showed an 18-point decline among whites a day before the primary was held.

It's all going to be over after Tuesday, Obama. We're going to finally get a thick cross-section of America, and we're going to see a majority of states going to Clinton. Hope you enjoyed your 15 minutes of fame.

tim   January 30th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

If Edwards was smart he would endorse Obama and then end up in the White House as VP when all is said and done. I actually think Edwards is dropping out because he feels that Obama will follow suit and make him his VP. Let's go team! OBAMA/EDWARDS '08!!!

Sam   January 30th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Hillary is a farce. Bill was elected promising universal health care. The Congress was democratic. Eighty percent of the public was behind it. The economy could easily support it. Yet her program was 100% failure. She had another 6 years to try to revive it. Let's hear the excuse for 8 years of failure on her supposed pet program - when her husband was the president no less.

Now there's an election, she's promising you healthcare again just like Bill did - with an unworkable mandatory plan.

The theory is that if you can fool them once, you can always fool them. As Geffen says, "the Clintons lie with such ease, it's troubling". and the NY Times' William Safire called her a "congenital liar". Hillary flunked healthcare. She flunked Iraq. She flunked Iran. She even flunked the Washington bar exam twice. That's her record - her so-called experience. Vote Obama to get the job done.

Burning Bridges   January 30th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

Cathy wrote:
"I must agree with many of the comments already posted. CNN's news coverage of this race is really bad. They do not print any Clinton or Edwards endorsements only Obama"

Ok, i'll throw you a bone. Hillary is now endorsed by Janet Reno (brought to you by WACO and Elian). Feel better?
I wouldn't tout that one either…lol

Grayson   January 30th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Someone mentioned going to war with Iran. I remember Bush using codified language to spell out his hope that the next president would war against Iran. I don't want to war with Iran either!!!! We can get their oil through some other means!!!

Peter, Canada   January 30th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Obama all the away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

cnn bias violating election laws?   January 30th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

don't we have equal time election laws? by repeatedly showing obama's ads as part of their alleged reporting, aren't cnn and msnbc giving him a ton of free advertising? and that's illegal.. . . . . . just pretending it's part of a story doesn't make it true - they're just spinning a story around it to give an excuse to show it over and over. if they did the same for all candidates, i would say they're just to lazy to write their own stuff, but when they do it overwhelmingly for one, their intent is clear.

Lili   January 30th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

"Hillary will lose simply because blacks wont vote for her in the General. You watch."

What kind of statement is that? What a racist comment!
Two of my closests friends are black and they are not voting for Senator Obama - they don't think he has what it takes to run the country.

Humphrey   January 30th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

Snaky Clinton's never clear on any issue, First the husband tried to change the Constitution to allow for three term's , his wife a war monger and supporter of the deadliest combination of the present American ruler who brought untold hardship to people all around the world. Now the husband is campaigning for the wife to finish the dirty job he started………..Clinton should come out as a vice presidential candidate to his Wife and let us get these hid and seek over with.
Obama continue in your good work, your vote against the war in Iraq will see you through, America ……runaway country with few good me.

Ray   January 30th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

a bit crazy there John. CNN is ALL about Obama!!

Shawn Northern NY   January 30th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

This country needs Edwards to back Obama with his delagate if we have any hope to beat Hillary in this race. Let all hope Obama can suceed or else it's 4 more years of the same old story.

Nolan, Chicago, IL   January 30th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

Its a shame people on this page also can't get past the black vs. white support, who cares if wealthy blacks support the black candidate, I'm sure there are plenty of wealthy whites supporting the white candidate. And yes, obviously Obama is going to congratulate Edwards on running a great campaign, and then immediately go after his supporters, it's called strategy, it's the only thing that has won campaigns in the past and it's the only way to win them in the future. I guess we'll all see the real truth when we find out who Edwards endorses, which will clearly swing the public one way or the other.

Sharon   January 30th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Cathy45….Hillary did not campaign in Florida….she did fundraising which they ALL did….Obama ran TV ads that also ran in Florida…..that's campaigning there…..

pat   January 30th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

forget this race crap thats the news media sturring the pot it makes for better reporting other wise they wouldnt have much to talk about shame on you . i think all the news media are the real racies.

christian   January 30th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

GO OBAMA

You haters on the Hillary side are just as shallow, caniving, shapeshifting, and lame as your candidate.

Stevo   January 30th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Can't the Democrats just get along!

Obama/????

aka. Rodney King

r   January 30th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

Hillary did not campaign in Florida. Both Hillary and Obama held fundraisers closed to the public and press……these were allowed under the no campaigning rules…but…..Obama ran ads off of CNN which were shown in Florida…so who broke the rules????

joy   January 30th, 2008 3:09 pm ET

OBAMA stop running you big mouth and focus on the positive campaign you preach about. l am tired of your lying and manipulative ways. One day you are black and the next you act white, but when people say anything to you, it is a racial thing. l am a black woman and hate this silly race game you are playing. You want handout and every time l hear you been sooooooooooooo dramatic with speeches you did not even write and tele prompt, it makes me sick to the stomach because you are MLK wanna be and l can;'t stand for such bs. you talk about changing washington but kissing the kennedy's as* so you can get far. You make me sick to the stomach and stop attacking Hillary. l dont like her, but fair is fair and you should play by your rule. She stop attacking you after you were such a cry baby, you acted like a spoilt brat by snobbing her and then today you are talking crap again. everytime you open your mouth, crap comes out and l can't stand your games no more.you are just a politician like the rest and stop this silly speeches you did not even write. lf l want inspiration bs like you preaching, l will go to church and uplift my spirit. l want to hear you talk about how you are going to help the country and stop gearing so much of your energy towards the clintons. when u were in iowa, you where whiter than snow, in sc you were blacker than char coal, now super tuesday you busy showing pictures of you with your white grand parents. OBAMA what are you? a fake as* nigg* man up and stop acting like a brat.

Sharon   January 30th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

Get rid of the Bush/Clinton dynasty? You must be kidding, bro. Clinton left us with a record budget surplus. Bush is leaving us in the crapper. I was never unemployed when Clinton was President. I was laid off twice while Bush was in office, and my husband was laid off twice as well.

I say Clinton/Obama or Obama/Clinton. I'll vote for either.

pat   January 30th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

ive been saying for months how bias cnn is to the clintons thats because they answer to ted turner a republican who once ran for the presidency an lost. you may not like hillary but she is the only person who knows what she is doing an she will do it well after all she dosent want to go down in history as a baffon like george b. shes a wife , a mother, and aperson also an believe it or not she really cares. so vote for her or you might elect a republican. obama is not ready yet next time.

Sharon   January 30th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

I used to have great respect for Tim Russert…..but yesterday I heard him imply that Hillary Clinton won Florida bascially because she cheated and campaigned there…..I NEVER thought I'd hear him lie like that…..He has lost ALL my respect….along with the Today Show & MSNBC…..why don't journalists just speak the truth? From BOTH sides?
CNN, you also need to GET RID of Gloria, or whatever her name is….what a distraction to election coverage….she just fights with whoever spoke before her…..she really needs a new line of work………

dn   January 30th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

I second on that TJ. Only Republican who thinks about poor Americans.

pd   January 30th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

Let's try to get this posted again!
Actually, MSNBC is Obama's network. Indeed, Russert got really upset when the Clintons called him on the fact that he did not ask follow-up questions in the debate, like Charlie Gibson did. Since then, all the pundits on MSNBC have been anti-Hillary. Unfortunately, CNN has become so weak as a network, they just follow MSNBC's lead

charlotte   January 30th, 2008 3:06 pm ET

Sucking up big time? Is this picture from the white guy comment?

Gloria   January 30th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

Obama doesn't speak of the cause of more than half the american people who struggle. According to Obama there is not a rich america and a poor america, (along with- not a this america and a that america) there is only one america, according to Obama. So how can he work to acheive a one america when he already beleives we are a "one america"? His statement above doesn't work with his campaign speeches

melinda   January 30th, 2008 3:04 pm ET

Hello all you dems

Do you really think the Hillary will win a national election?? NO WAY !!
Barack Obamas time has come-lets stop all the pickering and win the white house. My children and grandchildren can't afford another republican!!!

LEIGH   January 30th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

I DON'T THINK THEY SHOULD ALLOW BILL CLINTON TO DO WHAT HE IS DOING. WE ALL KNOW THAT THE U.S LOVES HIM, BUT GIVE ME A BREAK. IT LOOKS LIKE HE IS RUNNING FOR A THIRD TERM AND HILLARY IS CAMPAINING FOR HIM. HE SHOULD STOP WHAT HE IS DOING AND LET HILLARY CAMPAIGN FOR HERSELF. YOU DON'T SEE ANYBODY ELSES SPOUSE DOING THAT, SO WHY SHOULD BILL CLINTON BE ALLOWED TO. THIS IS RIDECOLOUS. GO HOME BILL!

Cormac   January 30th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

For me Obama/Edwards would be the ideal ticket. Two idealists who are sincere in wishing to build a new future for this country. Very inspiring!

Annie   January 30th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

John Edwards, you are young enough to do eight years of Obama/Edwards and then do Edwards/jimwebb or edwards/other democrat.

How about it???

Sharon   January 30th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

Americans are so forgetful and/or naive. Don't you remember the last Presidential race? Kerry and Edwards worked very hard to discredit each other, trying to show America that THEY were the right man for the job. And when the bell rang, they shook hands and Edwards became Kerry's running mate.

It's all a big game, guys. It's just like the defense attorney and the prosecutor going out for a beer after the big case is over. Clinton doesn't hate Obama, and Obama doesn't hate Clinton.

Personally, I was all for Edwards the last time around until he made a comment to a Southern audience that reeked of "I hate Yankees." I don't want anyone for President who would favor one group over another. 9/11 should have taught us that we're not white/black, Southern/Northern, etc. We're all just Americans.

Ali   January 30th, 2008 3:00 pm ET

my topic was deleted. can I get an explaination sent to my email? thank you

KR   January 30th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

NEWS FLASH:
Obama is from a virgin birth, and as such, should be adored. What? Yes, Obama's mama was white, yet we speak of him, and some shy from him because they slot him as african american. That makes him a virgin birth and he should be adored as we adore any product of virgin birth.
On a more serious note, it's interesting what folks want to ignore in making their points. We speak of a slumlord without speaking of Obama's years of affordable housing activism. Ask those who worked with him in Chicago how he feels about slumlords. We speak of Bill and his cigar adventure without speaking of Rudy G's three (that we know of) adulterous situations. We speak of Bush being anti-terrorist when he fought the establishment of the 911 commission so we could see what was really behind the tower remodelings.
I think those so hateful towards any of the candidates now are really scared of change. It scares them to shut the TV off, go out the door and work for change starting in their own hoods. If you do nothing else, admire the traditionally discriminated against as they face many barbs and arrows for simply wanting to serve in what has become a very smarmy office. If you really want to count, help the elected stand up to the lobbyists tactics. Many complaining about lobbyists' influence have no qualms about pushing corporate money at the candidates in their own name to keep their jobs.

politicaltiger   January 30th, 2008 2:58 pm ET

If you pay attention, you'll see how Hillary's supporters are still trying to use race against Obama. By saying things like "What a 'Player' obama is. And then listing all the wealthy black supporters Obama has.

Should we also list all the White supporters Hillary has?

Hillary will lose simply because blacks wont vote for her in the General. You watch.

dn   January 30th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

Cathy, I guess you support Hillary. I understand but Kennedy's endorsement is a very big thing to any Democrats. So when you cry like that, I suggest you change the channel

Gerald C, Madison, WI   January 30th, 2008 2:54 pm ET

I have seen a number of endorsements for Hillary Clinton published on CNN, most recently a Californian Congressman's. The fact is, Obama's endorsements are sexier: Sens. Kennedy and Kerry topping an impressive list of political heavyweights. Were Edwards to endorse Sen. Clinton, I am quite sure CNN and other media outlets would cover it exhaustively, as they would if Al Gore did the same.

Regarding the "Rich blacks endorsing" Obama comment, I would caution you to research further the idea behind your remarks. The founder of BET is a vociferous supporter of Sen. Clinton's, and just recently made news for his disparaging remarks against. Sen. Obama. He is also far richer than any of the Blacks named on a list I have seen here — unless, of course, "Oprah Winfred" Is actually "Oprah Winfrey."

D-MT   January 30th, 2008 2:53 pm ET

Edwards moving aside shows Obama's arrogance at its finest! The audacity! Edwards hasn't even handed him his support yet, and already Obama has his hook out there fishing for Edwards votees, hiding in the one America cloak that Edwards referred to in his speech. Obama makes me sick. The man is all talk, excuses, whining, and evidently bad manners. How in the world can he unite party lines or make one America when he can't even greet Hillary, a fellow running mate of the same party? He shows loyalty so far to gaining endorsements and delegates over visiting states where he can't get delegates, because evidently the people there don't matter. It's a shame that politics are just a game now, for big money and big status, and that the little people of the country really don't seem to be that important, we just seem to be pieces in the game and they want to win. Obama though really scares me, when a guy like that has little experience, all too much talk, all the media coverage, all the top democrats backing him, you have to ask what are they getting out of it, and why are they trying to pump him up so quickly as if the race has already been won when it is so far from over? There's something fishy and he doesn't get my vote, anyone in my family's vote, and I can almost guarantee none of my neighbors' votes as far as I can tell from conversations in get togethers. We are in Texas, a red state usually, but we are blue for Hillary this year and plan to do what we can to keep Obama OUT, shame on the media for giving this guy so much credit when he hasn't done anything credit worthy.

lamar   January 30th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Dave Stir, you took the words right out of my mouth. I usually vote Republican as well, but Obama has my vote. I'm so tired of the same old politics. It is refreshing to see a candidate that has the potential to bring about "CHANGE."

Petey   January 30th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

Sorry Deb, but Obama's supporters AREN'T mainly wealthy african americans. Nice try to be dismissive of change though!

not a secretary   January 30th, 2008 2:49 pm ET

People that support Hillary Clinton are typically uneducated women. Secretaries supporting secretaries. Clinton supporters believe that sitting beside a president as a secretary builds experience. The fact that Clinton sat on an environmental board for Walmart or could not get a Senate seat in Arkansas never resonate with these secretaries that flock to the polling booths. Clinton wants to build an administrative empire and she is doing it with her secretarial lemming supporters.

KR   January 30th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

I'm sorry, but a guy who gets a $400 haircut isn't the kind of guy who comes from a poor backround and cares about the poor. Those who knew him know that it wasn't true that they had almost nothing when he was a kid. The election is unfolding as it should. The right ones are dropping out daily.

Arizona Democrat!   January 30th, 2008 2:47 pm ET

Why are you puppets judging these candidates by who is supporting them, or how much money is behind them?. People, think for yourselves! Make a decision based on the individuals past accomplishments.
Clearly the candidates RECORDs speak for themselves. Ask yourselves, what did Hillary accomplish in her bid as a senator? Nothing stands out. Just as in her campaign for senate, her campaign for president is just a bunch of what she thinks you want to hear. She certainly is a good researcher and will say anything that the polls indicate what Americans want to hear. Ask anyone from Illinois or N.C. respectively, about Obama or Edwards and you will hear a list great things they accomplished for their state. Obama and Edwards surely can do for the USA what needs to be done!

Anonymous   January 30th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

Obama is so incredibly graciouse.
He is exactly wht this country needs.

TJ   January 30th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

The only way his cause goes on is if his peole vote for RON PAUL. The real poor man's choice. No income tax and saving social security will help the weakest.

Cathy45   January 30th, 2008 2:42 pm ET

I can't believe Hillary! Hillary keeps changing the rules and agreements. Is that the kind of President that America wants? She made an agreement to not to campaign in FL and MI. She knew that those delegates will not be counted. But she change again, just like the war. Again, she keeps acting so un-presidential. She would never win against John McCain.

John   January 30th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

3 days to NH primary obama was well ahead in nearly all the polls. Then CNN started showing events in Kenya including visits to obama's grandmother. 3 days later obama suprisingly lost NH. They tried it again 1 day to Nevada caucuses. It also worked. They tried it again before, SC's primary: this time it failed. Why?, Americans are smarter than that. We are a much better people than our critics over the world gives us credit for. We read the hand writing on the walls. We discerned the hypocricy of the CNN. CATHY, you see why I am surprised at your comment on CNN's biase. If any, CNN is for Hillary.
Still indoubt? Its CNN that is playing the race issue and they are the one blowing it out of proportion. CNN's thought is that SC will be the last victory for obama. Again, Americans are smarter than that. the 60 -100 years age group may be racist, but the 18 - 59 age group are not. For me, I will vote for the best candidate in November.

Medi Marah   January 30th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Obama is a very fine, gifted and charismatic leader and I can see u put this in action once you are at the oval office….keep the good job and may God be with you!

Tom, San Diego   January 30th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

Obama and Edwards would be one of the best President/VP combos in the history of our country. Obama is a good human being that is getting unfairly labeled by Hilary supporters. Those that are judging him so harshly have probably done far less to help our country than he has done.

mjr17   January 30th, 2008 2:40 pm ET

where is hillary's statement? CNN stop giving Obama free press

Dave Stir, TX   January 30th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

Looks like CNN is afraid to publish my input !

I tend to vote Republican. Then a man came along who really was outside the fray, a man who had not been tarnished by DC, and had the correct upbringing to focus on people instead of money. A man who represents no single color, race, religion or creed. That man is Obama. I am proud to say that I am definitely voting for this well-deserving Democrat in 2008 ! Hopefully countless Republicans will join me in voting in their state's Democratic primary or caucus and ensure Obama leads us to unity as One United States again ! I implore Democrats to follow suite. I don't hate Hillary, it's just long overdue that we get rid of the Bush/Clinton Dynasty and bring-in someone who is fresh and new (by the way, Edwards would make a great VP for Obama if you want to beat the GOP in November ) !

Grayson   January 30th, 2008 2:36 pm ET

My Vote is for "Anyone in 2008 EXCEPT Obama!!!!"

"ANYONE" Sounds ridiculous, or is it just jealously? We see how productive we've been having "anyone" in office. Can you say George Bush? This is the type of thinking that Americans need to leave in the past, cutting off our noses to spite our faces. Instead find common bonds, hence the name "United" States. Just when we encounter the real possibility of positive change for all, the crab in the barrel syndrome kicks in. PREFERRING TO EXCERCISE YOUR VOTE AGAINST YOURSELF AND YOUR ECONOMIC AND CIVIL INTEREST IN ORDER TO HOLD BACK OR HARM ANOTHER GROUP OF PPL is STUPID. This country would be nothing without the efforts of ALL THE PEOPLE BLACK, LATINO, WHITE, INDIAN, ASIAN ETC. GET A GRIP AND EMBRACE A NEW WAY OF LIVING OR MOVE SOME PLACE ELSE WHERE EVERYONE IS JUST LIKE YOU. FEAR AND CONTROL WILL LEAD TO OUR NATIONS DOWN FALL AS IT HAS MANY OTHER NATIONS.

John   January 30th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

I believe John as a vice president and Obama as a president would be the best combination than Hillary/John. it seems Obama and John have more intention to make a difference in the country than running for just a sit to sit on it.
Also, Obama/ Ted Kennedy will work fine. experience and wisdom.

Adajude   January 30th, 2008 2:35 pm ET

Obama/Edward Vs Hillary/Bill Ticket

Mathew Work   January 30th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

OBAMA/EDWARDS 08
Vote for change not a third term presidency

Cha   January 30th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

Readers,

CNN network is Obama network.

Nik, Houston, TX   January 30th, 2008 2:34 pm ET

All this butt-kissing won't help Obama in getting Edwards' endorsement. Why? Because Kerry betrayed Edwards by supporting Obama instead. Edwards will endorse Hillary.

Madar   January 30th, 2008 2:32 pm ET

Obama put his foot on the white road to the white house and US policy will return to world stage after November 2008 slection.

Anonymous   January 30th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

Obama/Edwards '08

Please.

Dan   January 30th, 2008 2:30 pm ET

I would love to see Obama/Edwards as the Democratic Party ticket. Edwards as VP would give Obama a veteran Washinton polictician to help manage a transformational national agenda. This would equal hope for America!

voter in AZ   January 30th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

You Hilliary supporters are almost as sicking as she is……
Vote for the candidate that you feel will best support your needs.. if you are so influenced by the media and their coverage then you are not worthy of voting, stop poisioning the country with your hatred, and let's all move forward, this race issue is getting soooooo old, i hate to think what you are teaching your kids….

Art H   January 30th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

I think among the networks, CNN (except for extremely biased coverage leaning towards Obama from Suzanne Malveaux) has been pretty fair and balanced for the most part.

I could not believe it yesterday, when MSNBC completely blanked out the fact that 2 million American citizens (democrats) headed to the polls yesterday in Florida, and cast their preference for the democratic nominee and MSNBC did not even provide a small window on their screen to acknowledge that. Even Fox News (along with CNN) covered the republican and the democratic race, with the caveat that since there are no delegates for the democrats (based on the diktat from the DNC), this would not impact the delegate count. The Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews duo were constantly badgering Hillary and propping up Obama, as they have been doing these past several months. Another one of those biased newscasters is Norah O'Donnell, who was literally asked to tone down the rhetoric by California congresswoman Maxine Waters yesterday.

I think this extremely biased news coverage will have a severe backlash from the public, come Super Tuesday and beyond and will favor Hillary in a big way.

Cliff CA   January 30th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

That's an interesting photo of Obama patting John's arm in a friendly fashion. Anyone remember what Obama was saying? I do. He said, ". . .and John, you'll win the white male vote".

Eli Stone   January 30th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

One thing can unite the Republican party, to give them the cause they so desperately need right now—-Hillary/Bill Clinton. If Democrats put Hillary as the nominee, they will once again lose the Whitehouse. Republicans are foaming at the mouth with anticipation for this to occur. Obama is their only chance and the best hope to unite this country. But, as usual, Democrats are stuck in the past and will probably blow it again.

BTW–I am white, wealthy and support Obama. He isn't near the player that Bill and Hillary are. They are playing you right now.

Dona Slisky   January 30th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Wish you the best John Edwards….Keep ONE AMERICA alive! Obama

Nicole   January 30th, 2008 2:26 pm ET

Why is it that Hillary supporters can be so dogmatic and complaining? Obama snubbed Hillary! Obama is a media hog! Obama is this and that!
Take a note from the Obama supporters and rise above the fray. At least Obama supporters are focusing on the positive potential of their candidate and that is their primary message.
It is so true, change is hard. There will be those who will be kicking and screaming all the way to the promiseland. Oh well. If that's the way they want it, so be it . But remember even if it does not come with a Obama victory, it is coming. Like it or not!

Natasha   January 30th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

CNN has always been my source source for political information, but as this 2008 primary season continues I am growing more and more frustrated with the kinds of articles and information that is being presented here and on television. I can handle the fact that Obama is doing a better job managing his campaign than Clinton right at the moment.

But, every single time CNN opens its gray-haired mouth it is to say something nice about Obama and every single time CNN discusses Clinton its in the darkest most obnoxious terms. Honestly, I don't know who's being more annoying right now - Clinton or the way CNN presents Clinton. You have to remember that when you throw your support behind a candidate you risk alienating other viewers that support an opposing candidate. If I thought CNN was even coming close to covering this election in an unbiased fashion I would continue to watch without reservation.

Who cares if you have the Kennedy's support if you have an entire media station devoted to presenting Obama in the best of terms? Let's hear a sarcastic round of applause for CNN! Those of you who mention Hillary's 3 minute conversation with Wolf last night are missing the greater picture - its how CNN reporters and anchors talk about Obama that is frustrating to those supporters from the Hillary campaign. Its like watching the World Series while broadcaster's repeatedly talk about the players on one team and say nothing good about players on the other team.

When Hillary won in Florida last night I looked all over the CNN page for a news link. But, guess what? There isn't one. Now why would that be? One could argue that it doesn't effect the race in terms of delegates, but as far as momentum her win in Florida is very significant. Hmmm… wonder why it wasn't reported? They spent all of 10 minutes covering it on television during the Floriday Primary. As a matter of discourse her face hasn't been on the Top Stories bar for at least a week, and when links have been there - they have been to discredit her. She has been slammed repeatedly by CNN for Bill Clinton's involvement in her campaign. Funny… but I went and checked out MSNBC last night to see how their reporting stands up and was surprised to discover videos relating to the increasing investigation of Obama and Rescoe. Wonder why CNN hasn't reported that? Hmmmm.

It might feel good to be winning on CNN, but isn't this the same type of manipulation and political dirty tricks that Obama promises he is going to put an end to? So much for change! Obama 0 for 1. Looks like he's the same as every other presidential candidate! What a surprise!

Stamford   January 30th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

Journalism at it's worst. CNN, cover the candidates with equal time. This is a disgrace.

Hate to say it, but Senator Obama is no different from any other politician.

Dave Stir   January 30th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

I tend to vote Republican. Then a man came along who really was outside the fray, a man who had not been tarnished by DC, and had the correct upbringing to focus on people instead of money. This is a man who represents no single color, race, religion or creed. That man is Obama. I am proud to say that I am definitely voting for this well-deserving Democrat in 2008 ! Hopefully countless Republicans will join me in voting in their state's Democratic primary or caucus and ensure Obama leads us to unity as One United States again ! I implore Democrats to follow suite. I don't hate Hillary, it's just long overdue that we get rid of the Bush/Clinton Dynasty and bring-in someone who is fresh and new (by the way, Edwards would make a great VP for Obama if you want to beat the GOP in November ) !

Mervin   January 30th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

Cnn you guys are making me sick….Clinton made a statement as well…..Where is that statement but you were able to find Obama:s statement…..Everyone can see right through you guys….

Lydian   January 30th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

If the presidential race comes down to Mr. McCain and Barack Obama, my vote will be for Mr. McCain. I've never voted Republican but in this case I will since Ms. Clinton is my first choice above any of the other canditates.

Ms. Clinton seems to have lost support of some of the most liberal politicians only because she is a woman and she is white. There goes the best and most qualified candidate this presidential race has.

R   January 30th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

John won't endorse Obama-Kerry team. He has just suspended his run for White House not withdrawn from the race. So wait and watch the prime time drama.

psst…. at the end the big loser will be CNN.

wiesis   January 30th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

Hillary's game of politics resembles what our current president did to Sen. McCain when they were both running for the Republican nomination. I realize politics can get dirty, but the nation is getting sick of that. We need to take this country in a new direction with a respectable, youthful leader like Obama to regain some respect internationally.

Casey   January 30th, 2008 2:17 pm ET

Hopefully this isn't a precurser. What is amazing is that it seems that of all the fantastic people who have supported/endorsed Obama- and some fantastic people have- Clinton is still so very strong.

Had a fifth of these endorsements gone the other way, Obama himself would be a non factor. Clinton's resilience is nothing short of amazing.

Keith Singleton   January 30th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

Obama is the REAL DEAL. I admire John Edwards and really hope Obama finds a meaningful role for him in his administration. John Edwards is a fighter and a straight shooter.

Texan   January 30th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

CNN - please stop the biased reporting! This is really not fair to viewers who are trying to learn about all the candidates- stop pushing Obama down our throats- Please Please Please

mary   January 30th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

My Vote is for "Anyone in 2008 EXCEPT Obama!!!!", too. He will be nobody but Bush Jr.

Mike Johnson   January 30th, 2008 2:16 pm ET

to comment on Amy R. and Mike comment on Bill being V.P and than president again : "Twenty-second Amendment of the United States Constitution sets a term limit Section 1. No person shall be elected to the office of the President more than twice, and no person who has held the office of President, or acted as President, for more than two years of a term to which some other person was elected President shall be elected to the office of the President more than once.

Benjamin   January 30th, 2008 2:14 pm ET

Oh sure, Clinton received plenty of coverage concerning her "win" in Florida, but every bit of it mocked and chastised her.

Martin got on to slam Clinton, and when other panelists tried to make any arguement that some of the numbers should be considered, Martin interrupted them and told them to be quiet so he could finish ripping Clinton. That's not the type of fair and balanced coverage Clinton deserves.

And Clinton made comments about Edwards a couple hours ago, but I STILL don't see a summary.

Melissa   January 30th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

CNN is so rediculously biased! I JUST heard about Clinton's IDENTICAL statement from MSNBC and not even a mention of it on here. Ubelieveable how blatently biased they can be.

Socks The Cat   January 30th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

Amy R

Did you read what you wrote before you posted it ?

Do you seriously believe what you wrote ?

Wow !

At least in this country you have the right to write such things without possible 3rd party intervention. Unless Dick finds out, then all bets are off.

Jamie   January 30th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

I don't see this as a bid for Edward supporters from Obama. Everyone always looks at the negative and I hate that. Not all politics has to be about lies and personal agendas. Who is to say that he isn't completely sincere?

I like a few others would love to see Edwards run with Obama. I like them both the most of the three democrats who were running.

K. Berry 06   January 30th, 2008 2:12 pm ET

I thought that CNN endorse Clinton……last night was proof….MSN are kinda neutral but FOX is by far the worst. CNN is ok….Obama is new news ……Clinton is old news…..beside this race was supposed to be over….right?….CNN polls July-Sep

I listen to the candidates……I am independent and most of from my friend who HC support are negative stuff about BO…..BO supporter talk about changing of the old guard…..hey this is a real race

I love America and undecided

JB Hull, IA   January 30th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

yes, hillary supporters, the network that ran "obama snubs clinton!' and "hillary pledges to seat florida delegates" and runs every little bit of filth that comes out of the clinton campaign against obama as headline news is "biased against hillary" because they printed Obama's statement about Edwards…. riiiight…

Dave Stir   January 30th, 2008 2:10 pm ET

I tend to vote Republican. Then a man came along who really was outside the fray, a man who had not been tarnisherd by DC, and had the correct upbringing to focus on people instead of money. A man who represents no single color, race, religion or creed. That man is Obama. I am proud to say that I am definitely voting for this well-deserving Democrat in 2008 ! Hopefully countless Republicans will join me in voting in theoir state's Democratic primary or caucase and ensure Obama leads us to unity as One United States again ! I emplore Democrats to follow suite. I don't hate Hillary, it's just long overdue that we get rid of the Bush/Clinton Dynasty and bring-in someone who is fresh and new (by the way, Edwards would make a great VP fo Obama if you want to beat the GOP in November ) !

Charlotte NC   January 30th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

Carol's comment was so good I thought it should be repeated:

Carol January 30, 2008 11:45 am ET

Oh good grief, does this blowhard never shut-up. I am so sick of having him crammed down my throat by the media.

Thanks CNN for continuing promoting this guy. Is he just to cheap to pay for his own advertising? We all know the media loves their little darling… Ugh…. I think I just vomited a little. I can't wait to vote.

E in WI   January 30th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Stop crying Cathy.

Jeff Schenkel   January 30th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

Many of the people posting here have no idea what they are talking about. Head over to MSNBC and they only have a link talking about Obama speaking kindly of Edwards.

Maybe, just maybe, Hillary hasn't had anything to say about Edwards and that is why it hasn't been reported.

EJ   January 30th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Well, Cathy…..if you're sick of reading and listening to CNN, don't post here and go listen to Fox…….you know, the "fair and balanced" news coverage :)

Nick Ann Arbor, MI   January 30th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Obama… take Edwards as your VP. You would be unstoppable.

TT   January 30th, 2008 2:06 pm ET

Way to go Obama, keep saying things you THINK people want to hear!! I am not listening, I think you are a weak candidate. Go Hillary!!!

Donna   January 30th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

Obama will make a GREAT president with John Edwards as the vice president. I'm hoping that Edwards will support Obama, put his bid in as vice president, and clean up this country together. Out with the old, in with the new. We need a CHANGE.

anthony   January 30th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Dont worry Hillary and Bill supporters. Bill and Hillary will be back in the news again very very very very soon with all their scandals and dirty tricks again. I dont understand these two people dirt and scandals seems to follow them. They are too ambitious very power. They will sale their dignity and self respect to win. I use to be supporters of them but now I can see why the Republicans have so much comtempt towards them. If the Clintons win the nomination watch how all that dirt be brought back up again

Jeff the Black Guy   January 30th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

GK

You aren't very smart either. You and Deb should talk. Wealth pertains to "old money" from families who most Americans don't and won't ever hear about. Families whose wealth can be traced all the way back to the founding of this country. This lists of prominent black figures that you wrote is a group of "rich" black people whose lump sum of money doesn't equal the amount of money that a true wealthy individual has. Its people like you and Deb who are responsible for this America, an America that is run by a man who is an absolute joke. Get it together and get it right.

Scott, Royal Oak, MI   January 30th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

Cathy, perhaps that has something to do with the fact that Obama is racking up huge endorsements (i.e. the Kennedys). If the endorsements are from more influential people, they will get more press coverage. Period.

Anne-Los Angeles   January 30th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

Senator Clinton also made a statement…………CNN - were are her comments???

Maybe if everyone threatens to vote for anyone against the news media and the failed attempt at coverage…we would all win. This is sad!!!!!!!!!

This is truly just trying to feed the public what 'they' want us to hear or read. Thank goodness we all have a brain and can see through this mess.

Forrest   January 30th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

Okay, so Edwards asks Clinton and Obama to talk more about poverty now that he's bowing out. Both candidates say yes. Obama follows through on his promise, and people attack him for it?

How DARE he keep his word!

tired of you all   January 30th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

who cares what black support Obama….who wrote that crap-the list? stupid…just stupid…..if white america is anything like what I've seen in the last 8yrs we are in trouble. The republican party should be our enemy not each other. regardless.of what we see on t.v we need to make up our own minds……who cares what cnn/msmbc/ruch limbaugh/oprah/ellen…pay attention to the issues and each candidate. I don't care who supports each one….I go in the booth alone …..ALSO, stop talking about unfair coverage…do you know how many compalints i could have about media coverage with minorities….welcome to the camp……I don't watch the crap anymore because I don't wanbt anyone to influence who I vote for …remember you go to the booth alone! stop complaining !

one opinion   January 30th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

me too.. cannot listen CNN coverage anymore. I stopped to watch CNN on tv, and soon it will be the political part of the site, unless they become fair to all.
They allow to put up all those nasty, name calling, insulting comments.

To Amy R.   January 30th, 2008 2:00 pm ET

Amy R. that is not true. a president can only serve two terms and there is a provision which states that if a president filled out his two terms, he or she cannot run for V.P Speaker or anything else. Besides neither the Supreme Court nor the Congress, or even the people would allow that to happen.

Paula in VA   January 30th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Some of you are saying "Hillary is the best candidate" but you can't list anything She of her husband did while they were in office.

Barack was always civil and respectful towards Edwards. He is not being nice now to get his supporters votes, people.

C-dogg, CO   January 30th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Thanks for the thoughts, LL. And seriously, everyone…. We are ALL (unless there are some Republican supporters out there trying to sabotage any democratic bid for the white house) Democrats from the sound of things, and thus we ALL have similar interests and ideas as to how to take control of our country and make it the place that it should be. Thus we should be working TOGETHER to determine who we think has the best policy, and stop this senseless ego-based form of argument that ultimately gets us nowhere.

If you think Hilary has a better plan for healthcare than Obama, then point that out and say why. The same goes for any issue. Let's shift our focus from "my candidate is better than yours, so there" to the real issues. We have got to come together–otherwise we won't get anywhere.

Marie   January 30th, 2008 1:58 pm ET

Well — this is a sad day for me. I truly believe John Edwards was the best of the Democratic candidates, and the only one worth voting for.

I felt so strongly about it I was planning to do something unprecedented — go to my caucus and cast my vote for Edwards. I was even willing to stand as a delegate for Edwards, even though I would have been uncomfortable getting so involved in the caucus system. I don't like the caucus system, and I've never participated in a caucus before (though I always vote in the actual elections). Now I won't bother, because I can't in good conscience vote for either Clinton or Obama.

As for the presidential election — well, it's now for the Republicans to convince me which one of them I'll vote for, or if I'll write Ron Paul in on the ticket. Or if I'll just stay home in Nov. too.

bobby   January 30th, 2008 1:58 pm ET

in the end, you will be reduced to voting for the same thing regardless of the name, race or gender that's attached to it. your choice will be between two indistinguishable politicos, whose only job is to effectively implement an agenda handed to them by big business. it's the american way.

Tony   January 30th, 2008 1:58 pm ET

Why don't CNN talk about HIL? His wrong doing with his his close friend? He always talk about judgement, then why can't he judge his close friend? Why does he use drug? I think it is very important for CNN to talk about issue. This is very important to American, and CNN should let the American decide who is the best candidate based on their plan and background.

Sudhir   January 30th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

Go Obama… Obama/Edwards will be great ticket. :)

Ij   January 30th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

Can you update us also about wha