February 1, 2008
Posted: 03:00 PM ET
 Ann Coulter said Thursday she'd back Hillary Clinton over John McCain.
Ann Coulter said Thursday she'd back Hillary Clinton over John McCain.

(CNN) — In the latest sign that a conservative backlash is starting to build against John McCain, conservative commentator Ann Coulter said Thursday she is prepared to vote for Hillary Clinton over the Arizona senator in a general election match up.

Speaking on Fox's "Hannity and Colmes," Coulter took aim at the GOP frontrunner, and suggested he was little more than a Republican in name only.

"If you are looking at substance rather than if there is an R or a D after his name, manifestly, if he's our candidate, than Hillary is going to be our girl, because she's more conservative than he is," Coulter said. "I think she would be stronger on the war on terrorism."

Coulter took aim at McCain's positions — particularly his fervent anti-torture stance — and said he and Clinton differ little on the issues. Coulter also said she is prepared to campaign on Clinton's behalf should McCain win the party's nomination.

"John McCain is not only bad for Republicanism, which he definitely is — he is bad for the country," she said.

Coulter is the latest high profile conservative to express dismay with McCain's surging candidacy. Talk-radio host Rush Limbaugh said Wednesday McCain's rise was the product of a 'fractured' conservative base and an "uninspiring" GOP presidential field.

"He is not the choice of conservatives, as opposed to the choice of the Republican establishment — and that distinction is key," Limbaugh continued. "The Republican establishment, which has long sought to rid the party of conservative influence since Reagan, is feeling a victory today as well as our friends in the media."

McCain has long been at odds with conservative members of his party. — Exit polls from the early-primary states have shown the he has consistently lost among those primary voters who identify themselves as conservative. But he passed a key test Tuesday in winning Florida's primary, the first early contest that only allowed registered Republicans to participate.

Reacting to criticisms from his party's most conservative quarters, McCain told the San Francisco Gate Thursday, "I'll continue to reach out to all in the party, try to unite the party, until everybody realizes that the only way we're going to defeat the Democratic candidate is through a united party."

– CNN Producer Alexander Mooney

Filed under: Ann Coulter • Hillary Clinton • John McCain


Val Davydov, MA   February 1st, 2008 11:06 am ET

I do too!

Pat Huntington NY   February 1st, 2008 11:06 am ET

Is this one of the 7 signs of the End of Days in Revelations?

Mike S., Nawlins   February 1st, 2008 11:07 am ET

You know you've been a bad, bad Republican when Ann Coulter supports Hillary Clinton over you.

Dan - Austin,TX   February 1st, 2008 11:07 am ET

After last nights debate , it makes a lot of sense. I was an Obama fan , but now I'm going to vote hillay!

Liam   February 1st, 2008 11:08 am ET

Senator Obama's camp should run with this:

Anne Coulter to campaign for Hillary.

That should bring Democratic voters to their senses.

cherylincanada   February 1st, 2008 11:08 am ET

That does it. If Ann Coulter is thinking about voting for Clinton it's time to switch to Obama.

Lou   February 1st, 2008 11:08 am ET

This is the only time I have ever liked hearing her talk. I know she did not mean what she said about voting for Hillary but still I understood her position and she was not mean spirited about it.

George from Minneapolis   February 1st, 2008 11:09 am ET

What more proff do people need that Obama is a better candidate than Hillary. If Ann Coulter supports you, that pretty much says all that needs to be said about your ability? to inspire and lead the nation.

Fred, Reston Va   February 1st, 2008 11:11 am ET

Now all those who say Hillary cannot bring people together can just shutup. They don't get any more right than this nut.

JM   February 1st, 2008 11:11 am ET

I won't vote for any Republican in this race, but the fact that right-wing nut jobs like Rush and Coulter-geist hate McCain just makes me like him even more.

COLLECTIVE WILL   February 1st, 2008 11:12 am ET

Views and support keep changing so its impossible to get definate answers i can take to the bank

PJ   February 1st, 2008 11:12 am ET

Just more evidence true Dems should be backing Obama

Mike   February 1st, 2008 11:14 am ET

The neocons are finally realizing they are being left out in the cold by the mainstream republicans. It is funny to watch them become completely irrelevant. Goodbye FOX, Coulter and Rush you had a good run but your marginalized and radical views are 10 years behind reality.

Carrie   February 1st, 2008 11:15 am ET

Rush Limbaugh and Ann Coulter are awful people. This is what is wrong with America! Why do the republicans take these two idiots so seriously?

JP   February 1st, 2008 11:15 am ET

When Obama wins the nomination, Hillary and Ann Coulter could run together as a third party- I think they have a lot in common!

Bill Persons   February 1st, 2008 11:16 am ET

I AM 71 YEARS OLD.
I HAVE ALWAYS VOTED REPUBLICAN.
I HAVE NEVER MISSED A PRESIDENTAL VOTE.

I VOTED DEMOCRAT THIS ELECTION.
I AM WHITE.

I VOTED FOR THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATE.

I VOTED FOR BARACK OBAMA.

I WOULD VOTE FOR A FEMALE CANDIDATE BUT ,NOT , NEVER, FOR
HILLARY CLINTON.

THE ONLY REPUBLICAN I WOULD VOTE FOR PRESIDENT IS MITT ROMNEY.

Braineel   February 1st, 2008 11:16 am ET

Heh this is a good counter to Kennedy's endorsement for Obama. Who would have ever thought Coulter we even make such a statement? The republicans need a facelift.

jason(Pittsburgh)   February 1st, 2008 11:17 am ET

I mean If Anne thinks Hiliary is a better candidate for her then McCain and she is as right wing as right wing can be, what does that tell you about Hilary?

Bob Wit   February 1st, 2008 11:17 am ET

So, the Clinton supporters should be crying right now…

I hope the news media gets this out with the headline "Coulter Chooses Clinton"…hahaha. Either way, it doesn't seem to me that Coulter's comments will gain Hillary any new ground with anyone, and hopefully it will make her lose some.

Obama!

Rob in NC   February 1st, 2008 11:17 am ET

Hey! Another reason to dislike Clinton and love McCain for me :D

Thanks Ann, this is the first thing in years I've listened to anything you've said (and shame on CNN for making me listen to _anything_ you say :P)

Jeb B   February 1st, 2008 11:17 am ET

Ann Coulter is known for making outlandish statements. She is not a true Republican; she is merely a radical conservative. Her comments have no bearing on the Republican party.

attom   February 1st, 2008 11:18 am ET

If we are reduced to caring what Ann Colter thinks is best for anybody, the GOP or the country - well, we're really in more trouble than I thought.

tess   February 1st, 2008 11:18 am ET

well—what do you know…there's one proof that hillary is a uniter. imagine this woman offering to campaign for her. of all people!!! as hillary said if we want somebody to beat the republicans, she's our girl!! clinton-obama '08!!!

Richard, FL   February 1st, 2008 11:19 am ET

Based on all her mindless comments from the past, apparenlty Ann Coulter is trying to ruin the career of another politician — Hillary Clinton.

Vincent   February 1st, 2008 11:19 am ET

hahaha, I guess every vote counts???

Dave   February 1st, 2008 11:19 am ET

That's just so she has new material to write more books.

Dave C - N.J.   February 1st, 2008 11:19 am ET

Maybe John McCain is doing well because the country is sick of big-business conservatives running us into the ground?

Barney   February 1st, 2008 11:19 am ET

She represents everything that is wrong with the Republican party.

Tom , Bakersfield, California   February 1st, 2008 11:20 am ET

Once in a while she makes sense. This is not one of them.

lee williams   February 1st, 2008 11:20 am ET

so bombthrower Ann is going "kamikazi republican" Goodbye, as a moderate repub I am sick and tired of your and Rush'es and Sean' rants!!!!!!!!

Todd Hartley   February 1st, 2008 11:20 am ET

Why on Earth would anyone care what Ann Coulter wants?

Mike   February 1st, 2008 11:20 am ET

This is absolutely ridiculous. Ann Coulter is neither respected as a Republican or a commentator/analyst, or whatever she actually is. I am a fervent Republican who will back any of the candidates the party nominates. I think McCain's ability to reach across the aisle shows he is willing to make concessions and that sometimes the only way to get anything positive accomplished is to negotiate and both sides make sacrifices. This whole idea of "it's our way or the highway" is what is fractured about the Republican party and what has turned many of the independent voters toward the Democrats. They are sick and tired of the ego's in the Republican party and are ready for someone who can actually get things accomplished with Bi-partisan support. That is why McCain is so popular. It's time for the vast right wing conservatives to realize that if they are unwilling to change then they will go the way of the dinosaur. We just need a candidate that will adhere to our values but also be willing to understand that some battles you cannot win and you must negotiate. A true leader understands this and only an egotistical fanatic like that of Coulter is too stubborn to know the difference.

Jose   February 1st, 2008 11:20 am ET

I agree with Ann. If John wins the GOP there will be many republicans who will not vote when it comes to the election and many others who will vote for the other party. Plain and Simple, McCain is dividing the republican party.

Chris, Washington, DC   February 1st, 2008 11:21 am ET

I would rather see John McCain ruin the Republican Party than see Hillary Clinton ruin the United States of America.

Xavier, Washington, DC   February 1st, 2008 11:21 am ET

So is the woman who claimed that Jews needed to be perfected by converting to Christianity prepared to support a Morman?

interested bystander   February 1st, 2008 11:21 am ET

Democrats will vote for McCain, Republicans for Hillary. I feel like Alice in Wonderland.

mhm   February 1st, 2008 11:21 am ET

This is great.

Ricahrd, TX USA   February 1st, 2008 11:21 am ET

The more controversial she can be, the more money she makes.

She's just another piece of trash like Rush and his veteran remark. Typical Republicans, they'll even invoke God if there's any money to be made.

Andrea Feodorov   February 1st, 2008 11:21 am ET

Hey, Ann,
As a lifetime Democrat and Hillary supporter I have one comment: Don't do us any favors.

michaele   February 1st, 2008 11:22 am ET

Who CARES what she thinks???!!!

YoMama   February 1st, 2008 11:22 am ET

Oh, this will help Hillary. FOR SURE!

Joe   February 1st, 2008 11:23 am ET

Wow, even the Republicans would vote for Hillary !!

Whooooooooooa!   February 1st, 2008 11:23 am ET

Yet another closet liberal showing her true colors. Nobody is listening to you anyway

andy   February 1st, 2008 11:23 am ET

Ann - How do you stand on Ron Paul? He is certainly more conservative than Romney or McCain. So conservative, he was only one of four people in congress to support Reagan during his first run for president. Everyone else (wrongly) supported Gerald Ford.

Craig   February 1st, 2008 11:24 am ET

Ann Coulter is a psychopath. These arch-conservatives who are pro-torture and fervently for starting as many wars on as many fronts as possible, and blindly handing over as much power as possible to corporate interests who have shown time and again they can't handle power without supervision - these are the people responsible for the problems we are facing now. I hope when Ann Coulter or one of her family members is taken in for questioning by this totalitarian state she seems to desire that she takes her torture with a smile on her face and praises the country she helped create. Although with the water-boarding apparatus on you it is probably difficult to smile, or praise your captors. Bravo to all the REAL americans out there who realize where the Coulters and Limbaughs of the world would lead us.

Katherine A. Bell   February 1st, 2008 11:24 am ET

I think that if someone running for President has never served in the US Military they should not be allowed to run for the Presidency. If they have never walked in the shoes of the military how are they gonna know how to run the Military? THINK! GO McCAIN!!!!

ali   February 1st, 2008 11:24 am ET

Coulter is hot!
Regardless of her sometimes wacky remarks, she's HOT!!

James   February 1st, 2008 11:25 am ET

Talk about the ultimate kiss of death…

doug macdonald   February 1st, 2008 11:25 am ET

I think John McCain has a little more understanding of torture then Coulture could even imagine.

andrea   February 1st, 2008 11:25 am ET

Clinton would not want Coulter to campaign for her. Ever.

Montedoro   February 1st, 2008 11:25 am ET

Big mistake! Whatever McCain's faults, he is at least aware that the west is engaged in a titanic struggle with Islamic extremism — even if he is not prepared to tell the whole truth that the titanic struggle is with Islam, itself. Clinton never mentions a word that the struggle might have any connection with Islam at all. She hasn't a clue. Not only that, Clinton is beholden to a significant degree to the rest of the Democrats, including MoveOn.org which will never, ever say anything about Islam that might possibly be construed to be critical. On this decisive issue alone, McCain is to be preferred.

John   February 1st, 2008 11:25 am ET

Who cares what she thinks?

Roland   February 1st, 2008 11:25 am ET

Misleading story. I watched the show last night. Coulter did describe Hillary Clinton as "our girl," but disavowed it seconds later. She was just trying to make a point about her dissatisfaction with John McCain. She does not, and will not, support Clinton in the election. If you actually watch the tape of the show, it is obvious.

So what do we learn here?

a) This is another example of lazy reporting.
b) CNN is deliberately trying to mislead the public.
c) The personality-driven media is desparate to hear from the Ann Coulters, so they don't have to actually analyze the candidates' positions on the issues.
d) All of the above.

I miss real journalism.

marie   February 1st, 2008 11:26 am ET

Ann Coulter is no friend of Hillary, Obama or any Democrat. The hateful statements she has made about both of them and all Democrats is sickening. The old adage, "with friends like this, you don't need any enemies", is certainly true in this case.

Remember your Greek Mythology, and the story of the Trojan Horse.

"Somewhat is sure design'd, by fraud or force, Trust not their presents, nor admit the horse."

Randal Cameron   February 1st, 2008 11:26 am ET

Indignation against McCain's support for the Constitutional right against torture shows just how far off-side "militant" conservatism is.

The far right that Coulter belongs to increasingly strains against the checks and balances put in place to protect Americans from radicalism and abuse of process.

Anyone but Hillary   February 1st, 2008 11:26 am ET

Wow, CNN just found a women less qualified than Hillary to be president.

Adam   February 1st, 2008 11:26 am ET

CNN, I beg of you, stop pretending Ann Coulter is a serious commentator/pundit. Short of resurrecting Herbert Hoover, I don't think anyone is Conservative ENOUGH for Ann Coulter. She's a neo-conservative, anti-semetic, xenophobe who would vote for George Rockwell before voting for any who even smelled of moderate conservatism.

John McCain is a great American and a great leader. I'm personally a Democrat, and I intend to vote that way, but I can think of worse fates than voting for John McCain, and if Ann Colter thinks that John McCain isn't conservative enough for her, I say proper thing! Why must the media keep treating her someone who's opinion matters? There are REAL conservative commentators and pundits out there who have their own opinions, and yet we continue to bear witness to this woman who has even advocated taking away the right to vote from her own gender.

CNN, I watch your coverage, I read your ticker, and I listen to your 'best political team on television'. But until you stop giving people like Ann Coulter the light of day, and start working to put her back under the rock that she crawled out from, I don't see how I can take your coverage of the issues seriously.

And to any conservatives to think John McCain is too moderate…get over it! He's the best Republican running, and he's the only Republican who has even the slightest of chances to win in November. He'll continue the war, lower taxes, and cut spending; how much more conservatism does the base need?

Al   February 1st, 2008 11:26 am ET

Well, the master of hypoerbole strikes again. Ann, Hillary doesn't want your support. I can't speak for John McCain.

Melissa in CA   February 1st, 2008 11:26 am ET

Since Hillary once was a Republican, this makes sense.

thegreatmags   February 1st, 2008 11:27 am ET

If a tree falls and no one is around to hear it, did it actually fall?

Necia   February 1st, 2008 11:27 am ET

You have got to be kidding me. Now that is a frightening thought. Hillary, if you can, I would run from any endorsements from Coulter or Limbaugh. They are both crazy "as a bed bug" as my 87 year old mother said. It would certainly make me revisit my commitment to any candidate they would get behind. While I agree that McCain rides the fence between the two parties, Coulter is insane, and more importantly to me, one of the most cruel and vile persons to have a stage with the American public. She has got to have an ulterior motive, must want to trash your momentum. Rush is just a common criminal, but I digress. CNN, this article gives me chills. I am going to be "manifestly" depressed all day!

Samuel   February 1st, 2008 11:27 am ET

Wait a minue. Coulter wants to vote for Clinton?

The republican party girl herself?

I tune out Coulter whenever she speaks because I personally find her nauseating, dimwitted and downright cruel, but what's her game? Is she trying to NOT get Clinton elected president by endorsing her? Is she trying some sort of reverse psychology? I mean, who would want to vote for the same person someone like Ann Coulter votes for? Who would want to say that Coulter is on the same side they're on? That's downright scary.

NO-LONGER-REPUBLICAN   February 1st, 2008 11:27 am ET

The right wing of the GOP is so out of touch, its unreal. They live in their own 'we are ever so perfect, we don't even go to the toilet' world.
The right wing is certainly from Planet Neptune.

The only two people that attract any type of attention in the GOP right now are John and Ron.

They are also so arrogant that they would prefer Flip-flopping once-for-abortion now-not-against abortion, once-for-gay-rights-now-changed-my mind, Mr. Flopper , just-like-Hillary, MittRomney, JUST BECAUSE HE IS GOOD LOOKING!!!

He did say 'time-table' the only difference is that he did not want Bush to make it public.

You people are ready to forgive Romney because he's got lots of money, and because he is good looking.

Remember that song "You're so vain"?

Steph   February 1st, 2008 11:27 am ET

Can you give us some facts or examples to back up these statements? I just don't see very much depth to this article. I'm sorry, but Ann Coulter does come off a little half-cocked sometimes.

I'm voting for Huckabee but I have friends voting for McCain bc they think he has a good chance of beating Hillary. (I myself was tempted to vote for McCain as well - but only as a vote against Romney.)

I certainly would never vote for Hillary over McCain. What's wrong with being against military torture? I'm sure there are other ways of dealing with people; but we must respect first and foremost that they *are* people no matter how crazy their cause may be.

Jeremy   February 1st, 2008 11:27 am ET

What? Ann Coulter voting Democrat? Is the world coming to a spiraling end? At least the Republican Party is, if they can't even convince the most batty conservative in the world…

Wanda Kelley   February 1st, 2008 11:28 am ET

The worst thing I can think of for the Hillary Clinton campaign would be to have Ann Coulter's support. Please —- just keep talking about how much you hate
liberals and stick with the Republicans.

tm   February 1st, 2008 11:29 am ET

Coulter and Limbaugh are trying to lead us to believe that McCain is a moderate so that they can grab moderate votes. They are well aware of the anti-Republican sentiment that is rising thanks to GW.

Although…I'm not sure that either of them is bright enough to really think of something that savvy.

I'm sure Hillary would be so excited to have Coulter on her side, (not)!

Bill, Richmond, VA   February 1st, 2008 11:29 am ET

30 years ago the old "New Deal" liberalism couldn't coalace behind certain democratic politicians. An actor, named Ronald Reagan came forward in the vacuum and presented conservatism as an alternative.

For 30 years Americans have bought the conservative con job hook, line and sinker. Now, conservatives are finding it hard to support certain Republican politicians. Same cycle, different party. Consevative will shortly become a pejorative title, and Republicans will be a minority for the next 30 or more years.

Natural law says that all forces return to the natural center of existence. Politically, that means that bipartisanship, compromise, and centrism are the only political forces that actually work.

phil   February 1st, 2008 11:30 am ET

Please dont think that she speaks for the average conservative.

I know, I know, this msg will languish "awaiting moderation".

Mike   February 1st, 2008 11:30 am ET

I am a conservative Republican, I even I think that Ann Coulter is a nutcase.

McCain is a hypocrit...   February 1st, 2008 11:30 am ET

Good for Ann Coulter. Of all the candidates, Democrat and Republican, I would put McCain and Clinton on the top of the list for intention distortion of the facts to get political gain. I have never voted Democrat, so this is a hard one. I think McCain is the MOST deceptive of the bunch. I cannot vote for him. Do I have any other options than those two? This may be a first for me…. voting for a Democrat.

Brittney   February 1st, 2008 11:30 am ET

I'm sorry, isn't this the same Anne Coulter who said that women shouldn't have the right to vote because they only vote for liberal democrats??? We already knew she was a nut job, now she' s apparently a hypocrite as well. Oh wait, we already knew that too…..

J.Crobuzon   February 1st, 2008 11:31 am ET

This is in keeping with the brilliant Republican strategy of smearing or denying the careers of military heroes. Soon we'll hear from fellow P.O.W.s saying McCain was never a P.O.W., or that he was but only for a few days, and that he was actually a draft-dodger who spit on returning soldiers. Kerry will get a few laughs out of watching the swift-boaters maneuvering, I'm sure.

The underlying problem here seems to be that 'conservatism' has had its day. Like other 'isms,' like communism or fascism, it's been proven to be an inefficient and dangerous way to administrate a modern industrialized nation. We let Bush/Cheney/Rove, that Cerberus of Conservatism, have everything it wanted; control of Congress, control of the Supreme Court, and the White House all at once, and now the wolf is at the door. They were wrong, misguided and foolish, dangerously wrong.

Newt's power fantasy of a magic Eagle that flew by flapping only its right wing was never something attainable. I think both parties just want a competent manager right now to rein in the economy, fix the awful war mess, and tell our allies the chimp is back in Crawford and the USA is back on track.

K M   February 1st, 2008 11:31 am ET

Ann doesn't think women should even have the right to vote, so why do we care what she says?

m. campion   February 1st, 2008 11:31 am ET

She's right: Hillary is more conservative than a republican.

Elizabeth Wright   February 1st, 2008 11:31 am ET

Wow…finally something smart comes out of her mouth…

Laurie   February 1st, 2008 11:32 am ET

I wonder what Ann Coulter's motivation is - to hurt Hillary or McCain. I don't trust what she is saying on the surface. I think she has some hidden agenda for saying this. It doesn't make sense for her to want to help a Democrat. I think her true motivation is to have voters think if a person like Ann Coulter is going to back Hillary Clinton, then I'll vote for someone else. Don't trust Ann Coulter. By saying this, she really intends for the result to be quite different.

Coulter's an untalented hack   February 1st, 2008 11:33 am ET

Wow. Even though I'm a registered Democrat, I always kind of liked McCain because he's one of the few in Washington to understand the negative influence of Big Money in American politics and to try to do something about it. But if Ann Coulter doesn't like him, now I REALLY like him! Besides, of all issues to challenge him on, she chose his position against torture? Give me a break. I'd take a former prisoner of war's position who has personally witnessed the ineffectiveness of torture more readily than a hateful nut case like Coulter. I will give her credit, though. Like Howard Stern, she always seems to know just the right outrageous thing to say and write to keep people riled up and the next paycheck coming in. I guess the lesson is, if ya ain't got talent, play to the country's half-wits with emotion.

Thanh   February 1st, 2008 11:33 am ET

Wow, this is a big surprise. Someone as hardcore conservative as Coulter backing Clinton and to go as far as entertaining the notion of campaigning for her is quite amazing. Also, saying that she is more conservative than McCain has got to be a major blow. However, it may stir up some trouble for Hillary if this isn't played right.

Now, if Rush Limbaugh and other conservative figures follow suit then this may become highly interesting.

Jerry   February 1st, 2008 11:33 am ET

Who is she kidding? Coulter wouldn't be able to stand Hillary, and she knows it.

piper   February 1st, 2008 11:34 am ET

WOW THIS IS SOMETHING ELSE WHAT A KICK IN THE TEETH THAT IS, BUT MCCAIN MADE HIS OWN BED NOW…… YOU KNOW THE REST.

aaaa   February 1st, 2008 11:34 am ET

Who cares what she thinks or says? Just another right-wing nut job

Amused   February 1st, 2008 11:34 am ET

This is one of the funniest things I've heard. You go right ahead Ann, Hillary can use all the help she can get. Your McCain-isn't-in-favor-of-torture argument sounds like a winner to me.

fish   February 1st, 2008 11:34 am ET

OK — where is the real Ann Coulter ?? I am shocked !! I thought I'd never see the day Ann Coulter would support a democrat. But, I must say she's right about one thing. If you want someone who is going to represent democrats and republicans and focus on what's best for the Amerian people and consider the human race - then you have only one choice - Hillary Clinton.

Fearful Rpublican   February 1st, 2008 11:34 am ET

God help this country if McCain becomes president. No one person could cause a divided country like McCain. No one person can destroy our economy like McCain. I doubt McCain will even win the Republican primaries. He won one big state, and hardly even that. It was practically a tie, if Florida would divide it's delegates then Romney would still be on top right now. Romney and Obama are the only candidates capable of improving the economy. Thats what we need right now. Not some crazy warmonger killing us and destroying our nation. We need Romney, We need Obama . If comes down to Hillary and McCain for president, i'm writing in a Romney vote, in good conscious i could never vote for either of them.

Sue, Michigan   February 1st, 2008 11:34 am ET

Geez, an Ann Coulter endorsement will sink Hillary for sure! Go away!

Robert S.   February 1st, 2008 11:34 am ET

And we should care what Coulter thinks why?

How about promoting some people on CNN's homepage with more articulate and more rational political opinions?

Lorenz, Queens, NY   February 1st, 2008 11:34 am ET

Somebody please just shut her up

Anonymous   February 1st, 2008 11:35 am ET

I have to agree with Ms. Coulter's view on not voting another Republican into office this year, however, when has Ms. Coulter ever been the voice of reason??

Rob, Rochelle Park, New Jersey   February 1st, 2008 11:35 am ET

It figures that CNN would play up Ann's comments. Normally she is treated as a crackpot by the MSM and only used to show conservatives in a bad light.

I disagree with her comments because at the very least John Mc Cain will always put the counties interest first and foremost. Hillary, like Bill before her, would have a focus group approach to foriegn policy. The Clintons are only concerned with their power and the next election cycle.

Tom   February 1st, 2008 11:36 am ET

And at least Republicans know where she stands on many issues and what she will do to get what she wants. The same can't be said of McCain who has taken certain issues and worked almost exclusively with the Democratic party to get a version of a bill that he likes. It would be different if he was writing bills with a significant amount of bi-partisan support however that has not been the case with issues that he has crossed over on. One has to wonder with as much as he points to his war record if that McCain does in fact feel significan't resentment that Bush (a National Guard member) beat him (a combat veteran) in the elections since he almost portrays the view that his veteran status makes him and only him the worth candidate for the Republican party.

In the end a Democratic win in the presidential race will serve as a final warning to the Republican party that change is needed and that they need to return to their roots of fiscal responsibility and other principles on which the Republican party was founded (and this would not include most social issues because as much as the federal government likes to think that is their realm of control it is a state issue as long as it does not involve discrimination based on sex, race, religion, or any other reason). The end result of a Democratic win will be the fact they will have to deal with the Republicans using their own tactics, primarily the fillibuster, agains them.

In the even McCain pulls off a miracle and wins the nomination and the presidency regardless of the fact that he will influence members of the Republican party to not vote it increases the chance of the rise of a 3rd party (conservative or moderate depending on who decides to split from the Republican party). If this were to happen it would only be a matter of time before moderate members of the Democratic party broke off due to the fact that as much as the party would like to deny it there are many members of the party who are fed up with the continued move to the left by the party leadership. If the split was to happen it would be a good thing for America because without a strong moderate and non-decisive leader like Reagen (Only one that comes to mind without doing research since he is obviously not the only one) bi-partisan politics do not exist. It doesn't matter what Pelosi says because at the end of the day currently whichever party has the majority tends to shove their agenda down the other parties throat. And sadly there is no current presidential candidate who has shown themselves to be a true uniter capable of reaching out beyond party lines. The only 2 that truly show any potential to do that are Romney (based on his experience as governor of a Democratic state) and possibly Obama (based purely on the way he speaks and the fact that he doesn't display any level of divisive rehetoric like Clinton does).

Calvin Rittenour   February 1st, 2008 11:36 am ET

Anyone with half a brain that reads this will now want to drop whatever they are doing and support John McCain for President. Any candidate that Ann Coulter supports is a candidate most sane people should not.

Howard, Shreveport, Louisiana   February 1st, 2008 11:36 am ET

I am a Ronald Reagan Republican and I am more than disappointed in Ann Coulter. To think that she would vote for Hillary instead of John McCain is sickening. I do not agree with McCain on all of the issues but he is a good and decent man and is a PATRIOT. He has given more to this country than people like Ann Coulter and Rush Limbaugh ever have. His 5 years as a prisoner of war gives him a unique perspective on torture and war in general. Ann, get off your high horse and join everybody here in the real world. You are giving us Republicans a bad name. I surely hope CNN posts this.

Debra Austin, Texas   February 1st, 2008 11:36 am ET

I could barely get through this article because I was laughing so hard. Two points: 1) who cares what Ann Coulter wants since she represents about .0000000001 percent of the American population;
2) do you really think this "whatever she is" would vote for Hillary Clinton….oh, I just can't stop laughing?

Hey Coulter, write a book on your vote and take in another million dollars. What a "call girl".

Will - Miami, Fl   February 1st, 2008 11:36 am ET

This is what happens when the party strays from it's platform (limited government, cut spending, lower taxes, individual liberty, no nation building or meddling in foreign affairs). If the party would rally behind Dr. Paul, we would have a true conservative candidate and win the election in a landslide just as we did with President Reagan.

McCain is a RINO and needs to go away. Furthermore, I've been watching this race closely and firmly believe that McCain is displaying signs of dimentia. He is mentally unstable. Just look at his "stay in Iraq for 100 years" statement. Does that sound like a man that is mentally fit? I think not. He may be a war hero but there are plenty of those in retirement homes that don't know the name of their wife. Is that what we want for our nominee?

Jenn, Evergreen, CO   February 1st, 2008 11:36 am ET

As if we Democrats needed ANOTHER reason to hope HRC isn't our nominee.

Obama in '08

john williams   February 1st, 2008 11:36 am ET

whether she prefers hillary or not..Hillary will still be the next president

Nicholas   February 1st, 2008 11:37 am ET

Ann has finally come to her senses. GO HILLARY !!!!

Kris   February 1st, 2008 11:37 am ET

We don't want her. The day that Ann Coulter has anything to do with the Democratic Party is the day the party loses any remaining semblance of respectability. If what Ann says is true(a wildly unlikely thing I'll admit; I don't think she's ever said a true statement in her life), I'll vote for Obama in a second.

Steve, Chappaqua, N.Y.   February 1st, 2008 11:38 am ET

All you need to know about this story is that BOTH Hannity and Colmes laughed in her face when she made these comments. Why is CNN even bothering to acknowledge her.

Instead they could at least mention the front page N.Y. Times article yesterday that said that Bill Clinton used his influence to help one of his major supporters to get a uranium mining deal worth billions of dollars. I always wondered what the going price for an ex-presidents help is, now I know: 130 million dollars. Now that's worth writing about.

Matt Scott   February 1st, 2008 11:38 am ET

"Coulter took aim at McCain's positions — particularly his fervent anti-torture stance — and said he and Clinton differ little on the issues."

I'm not a McCain backer by any means but are you trying to tell me that there is actually backlash for thinking that torturing people is wrong?!

It's wrong for other countries to do it but if WE do it that makes it right somehow?

James   February 1st, 2008 11:38 am ET

As a liberal/progressive…I didn't know how much they hated McCain…until I listened to Rush and Hannity after Florida. There is a number of ways to look at this. If McCain wins…then he shifts the Republican party back to the center (which apparently destroys the Republican Party). If McCain loses and especially loses to Clinton…then Rush, Hannity, Coulter etc. can help get Clinton in and have 4-years of blaming McCain and attacking Clinton to "rebuild" the Republican Party. The strategy is totally self-serving as though lose their influence if McCain gains control of the party. They also see history backing them…see the whole Ford wins nomination over Reagan…Ford loses to Carter…then Reagan comes back in 4-years and kicks Carter out. That is totally their strategy if Romney can't win (and he can't as long as Huck hangs around).

This has made all of the Right Wing radio much more amusing to listen to…it is going to be very amusing to see what they say when the She-Devil(Clinton) runs against the Devil(McCain)…they have been demonizing both for so long that I think most of their listeners will vote for neither and will stay home. (no matter what they say and if they flip flop…I already hear Rush slipping)

B. Cee   February 1st, 2008 11:38 am ET

Ann for Hillary????? Yeah, Right! I give that a 5 question mark…but then again…

Will there ever be a WOMAN Presidential candidate or VP running mate in the Republican Party? Wondering how Republican Women are feeling not seeing any women in this presidential race?, and I know an African-American on that side is out of the question but a Clinton-Obama or a Obama-Clinton Democratic ticket?…WOW, that would be Nuclear not to mention Historic. (in terms of Votes & Votes is what will win the Whitehouse). How would Republican women & the few Republican male/female minorities vote when they get in that booth? Party Loyalty or Race/Gender?

Real Republicians   February 1st, 2008 11:39 am ET

I'm amazed that a so called conservative pundit would make such a comment. I quess she feels she will make more money and keep her face on TV longer if Hillary is elected. Traitor is good a word for her, Judas has been replaced with Ann Coulter. She is neither a Republican or Conservative nor is she an American, but simply out for Ann Coulter.

Joey   February 1st, 2008 11:39 am ET

It is a great day when morons Coulter and Rush come out aginst John McCain. These people have been spewing crap out of their pie holes for far too long, hopefully their audienced will wake up and realize that common sense is a lot better that principles. Until they lose their audience they are gonna keep spewing crap. WAKE UP PEOPLE

S Williams   February 1st, 2008 11:39 am ET

Proof positive that Hillary is a war hawk that will keep our men and women in Iraq and who knows where else indefinitely.

Dena   February 1st, 2008 11:40 am ET

Oh please Ann, vote for a republican, the democrats don't want you either

M. Fitzgerald, Fl.   February 1st, 2008 11:40 am ET

What a great endorsement for Clinton!

Greg from NC   February 1st, 2008 11:40 am ET

Fervent anti torture stance! Let's see…….who in the entire city of Washington D.C. is more qualified to take a stance on torture? Read McCains biography. Totured beyond belief, Hanoi Hilton. And you Ann. You were probably playing with your Barbie dolls! Give us a break!

kathleen   February 1st, 2008 11:40 am ET

you go ann…I'M VOTING FOR OBAMA

AJ, IL   February 1st, 2008 11:40 am ET

Another poor attempt of the conservative Republican media to ignite the base. Ann, like Sean Hannity, is a Mitt Romney supporter. Trying to slam McCain by saying she would vote and campaign for Hillary Clinton. And it the same breath pull Hillary Clinton's name closer to the conservative base of the Republican Party. Heh heh heh heh! Sorry, i can see right through that weak plan of Ann Coulter. There may be major disagreements I have against McCain but he is a Republican regardless what you say.

Obama in '08!

krystyn   February 1st, 2008 11:41 am ET

this is a ploy. this woman is so despised by so many people, that whoever she supports people will shy away from. Well done. There's no way in hades she'll really support Hillary.

Illinois voter   February 1st, 2008 11:41 am ET

So much for a Hillary Clinton backlash, Obama fans. Even the Republicans know that she is the best choice for president.

Hillary '08

Reg   February 1st, 2008 11:41 am ET

Her opinion means no more than Chuck's, Oprah's, Barbra's, Arnold's, Rudy's, Peter's, Paul's or Mary's. Why do these egotists think Americans need to know who they support? I think Americans can make up their own minds. Let's stop trying to brainwash the public with this nonsense.

It's bad enough we have to hear all the campaign ads — now the nobodys are joining in.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   February 1st, 2008 11:41 am ET

Democrats, ask yourself are they going to start the Iraq war hearings if Hillary becomes president. Are you reading and listening to the hearings that are currently going on in regards to the Iraq war, the republicans are. Hearings about the Iraq war didn't just start, think about the disclosure of the 963 lies. Iraq war hearings will be a distraction for Hillary as a president which will include her and the business of the economy, health care, education and an end to the Iraq war will be put on the back burner and 4 years later we will have a republican president. Obama as president, who voted no to the Iraq war, will not be part of this baggage. Think about it people, vote Obama if you want someone who is ready on day 1.

Molly   February 1st, 2008 11:42 am ET

I am shocked that Ann Coulter will actually support Hillary Clinton, who is normally a favorite target of her attacks. I also think that Hillary is a much better candidate than John McCain and am supporting her. Has hell frozen over?

Kelly   February 1st, 2008 11:42 am ET

OH GREAT….Im a Hillary supporter and having this snake in her corner doesnt help at all. Im going to bury this story in the back of my mind and pretend i never read it! lol

Dennis   February 1st, 2008 11:42 am ET

Question is, will Coulter's endorsement of Clinton in the General Election really help her? I think that would turn off more liberals than turn on Conservatives.

Steven McAfee Richardson, TX   February 1st, 2008 11:42 am ET

Who cares what Coulter or Limbaugh say? Isn't this a democracy where the majority rules, the people have voted and that is what matters. Not what entertainers say.

Simon   February 1st, 2008 11:42 am ET

I find it utterly pathetic that Conservatives seem currently more concerned about what the outcome of this election will do for their party than for the United States of America. But, if the far-right are shying away from McCain, it's good to know that he's simultaneously gaining ground among more moderate members of the Republican party. Time to start betting on into which end of spectrum the majority of America actually falls .

Clearly the Republican machine is truly worried about the prospect of a candidate they can't possibly predict. McCain's last debate (and possibly entire political career) shows he'll fight for principle, even if it hurts himself, let alone the party with whom he already holds a less-than-amicable relationship. Behold the machine in action, tossing out totally absurd, utterly false, and intentionally fear-inducing statements to "motivate" their base into doing what they'd like them to do.

Retired USN Aviator   February 1st, 2008 11:43 am ET

Ms. Coulter has really lost it. To even suggest that she is a better judge of what constitutes torture over retired Captain and former POW John McCain is shameful. I was on the fence myself concerning this bonifide AMerican hero,, but she has pushed me firmly into Senator McCain's camp.

Minda   February 1st, 2008 11:43 am ET

While I can understand Ms. Coulter's anger against McCain, I seriously doubt that Hillary would welcome her on the campaign trail.

Ann Coulter has a most unfortunate way of saying things that I find offensive from a human point of view. Her views are extreme to me, but more importantly I just don't approve of the way she says them.

I do agree however that Hillary Clinton is the better candidate. John McCain is just not right for Pres. even if you are republican. I do think that Hillary Clinton is much more middle of the road than either McCain or Obama who both represent extremes on either side. I don't think Americans in the majority will back either McCain or Obama. McCain for his war forever and Obama for his war no more stance. Even though I do want our troops home from Iraq, there are real threats in this world and America has real enemies. We just have to find better ways of dealing with these threats. Still our military is a key component in any negotiation. America has important interests around the world. Barack would be too reluctant and McCain too eager to use military force.

Greg Kaiser   February 1st, 2008 11:43 am ET

If right-wing nut jobs like Coulter and Limbaugh are anti-McCain, then even a registered Democrat such as myself should take a good look at him as a solid candidate.

Keep in mind that Coulter and Limbaugh depend on having an "enemy" to keep their paychecks coming in, and to have material to feed their mouth-breathing followers. Think of the field day that they would have with a female president, let alone one who happens to be married to Bill Clinton! Of course Coulter would support Hillary- it means more easy money in her pocket for the next four to eight years!

Having a veteran legislator like John McCain, who is a leader of the Republican Party and a decorated war hero, and yet has the audacity to speak out against such anti-American activities such as the use of torture, would make it so much harder for Coulter and Limbaugh to practice their hate-filled demagoguery.

It means these conservative talking heads would actually have to start putting rational thought behind their arguments. God forbid.

Washington, DC   February 1st, 2008 11:44 am ET

Does anyone really value Ann Coulter's thoughts or opionions? I never have and never will. She is a perfect example of people dividing the country vs. uniting the country to address and solve our problems. She doesn't deserve one minute of publicity. Why doesn't she focus her energy on helping solve our problems. On second thought, if she did that, then she would be out of a job.

Nicole B. Virginia Beach, VA   February 1st, 2008 11:44 am ET

Will someone please tell me why anyone should be listening to people like Ann Coulter and Rush Limbaugh anyway? Let the PEOPLE decide who the best candidates are. Democrat, Republican, Independent or otherwise, Americans need to start thinking for themselves. For too long we've let commentators, authors, and celebrities do the decision making for us and look where it has gotten us?! Wake up America!!! For the sake of all we hold dear as Americans…..register to vote, educate yourselves, vote your conscience and try hard to ignore the rants of megalomaniacal "icons" who have nothing more than the promotion of their own professional brand(s) at heart.

Brooks Knight   February 1st, 2008 11:44 am ET

I'm sorry, Ann Coulter is a total joke. She will say anything to get attention, and seems to love that people hate her. While her statements don't surprise me because she's basically a shock political celeb, it does show that the republicans don't stand a chance.

Sean   February 1st, 2008 11:45 am ET

Its about time the Repubs come to the RIGHT side!

pjs   February 1st, 2008 11:45 am ET

Who cares what Ann Coulter thinks? What qualifications does she have to tell us how we should cast our vote and advise us on matters of national importance. As near as I can tell her experience consists of clerking for a judge and working in a Senator's office. These are hardly expert qualifications.

If this woman came up to you on the street and offered her "expert" advice on how you were raising your child, you would probably tell her where she could put her opinion. I suggest that you do the same with her opinion on who to vote for in the election.

If her qualifications are all it takes to get people to vote a certain way, then I'll tell you that I am a licensed professional, with many years of experience in working with state and local governments. I am an officer in the military, and have led troops into Afghanistan. I think my qualifications equal those of Ms. Coulter and I say that John McCain understands that a President must exert leadership over politics, must put his country ahead of his party, and has the character and integrity to carry us through the challenges of the next 4-8 years.

steve   February 1st, 2008 11:45 am ET

"I think she would be stronger on the war on terrorism."

Now I know Coulter needs to be committed. With more comments like that, she will help McCain be elected! Here we have a Naval Officer who has come out for MORE troops for Iraq, who has championed the cause of the Fight Against Terrorism, and now she says Clinton (the wife of the Viet-Nam dodger) is more ready to lead us in the Fight??? She's either gone nuts or is a PLANT for McCain.

Alex   February 1st, 2008 11:45 am ET

Who cares what Coulter has to say, she is irrelevant anyways…

eric   February 1st, 2008 11:45 am ET

Brilliant! Another ridiculus comment from Coulter just to get her name in the press. Hopefully with another 30 seconds of fame her 15 minutes will be up and she will just go away.

"said he and Clinton differ little on the issues" oh, and so well informed! Yes please go campaign for Hill.

IMG   February 1st, 2008 11:45 am ET

Somebody tell her to get a life!

Don Tate   February 1st, 2008 11:46 am ET

So what does John McCain know that Ann Coulter doesn't? Not much, except that he has experienced more in his battered flesh than she has in her worst dreams. He knows what real war, not talk war, is. He knows the difference between winning and losing. He knows not to disemblowel the fighting spirit of the troops by bringing them home in another disgraceful defeat. Alone among candidates, and would be commanders in chief, he predicted that our "light footprint " strategy in Iraq could not work and the current surge would work.
Compare that to Clinton's famous lecture to Gen. David Patraeus that sucess in the surge would require a "willing suspension of disbelief."
So how great it will be to have a commander in chief who actually knows what the heck he is commanding.
And how to be easy to be brave and arrogant and all knowing, brushing away a man's true heroics like so many dead flies, Miss Coulter, when one is safely in the arena of hot-air journalism, not of life and death.

Perry   February 1st, 2008 11:46 am ET

Rush and Ann keep talking…. but does anyone still listen? I Guess I'm a RINO by Ann's standard… I seem to remember that Republicans were NOT in favor of getting into other people pocketbook or their business…. but I guess that is no longer the case with the Ann/Rush crowd.

Here's to seeing a new Republican Morning! Go McCain!

sgr   February 1st, 2008 11:46 am ET

Oh, now Ann Coulter will support Hillary after slamming her repeatedly? This proves the point that these political pundits are full of hot air. Ann Coulter seems to say anything that will get her press (Does she have another mean-spirited book she is trying to push?).

It's amazing that Conservative Republicans can't compromise on a more moderate candidate even if he has a great chance of winning, but they expect Moderate Republicans to stay home and support their postiions. If just proves how little integrity they really have.

Phil J   February 1st, 2008 11:46 am ET

Can you (the media) stop paying attention to this ignorant person? Everytime she opens her mouth she lowers the collective IQ of anybody within earshot!

Peace through strength!

Phil J

Doug Bell, Harrisburg, PA   February 1st, 2008 11:46 am ET

Coulter said she is prepared to campaign on Clinton's behalf should McCain win the party's nomination? Riiiiggghhht. Clinton, if she's smart, wouldn't let this Coulter-Creature within 100 yards of her! Coulter — what a pathetic piece of garbage.

An Agnostic Democrat   February 1st, 2008 11:47 am ET

Thanks, Man Coulter! Not that I even considered it from day one, but you have just given me another reason not to vote for Hillary! Can't wait to see you, your "junk "and your Adam's apple out campaigning for her. Maybe you can get in on her live town hall on Monday night.

I've always said the Clinton years were Repubican-lite and you've confirmed that fact. Hillary wants it every way when ask to clarify and her way when she's challanged. Kinda like you, Ann except she a Republican in Democrats' clothing.

Cherish Davis   February 1st, 2008 11:47 am ET

No one with a valid perspective on any political issue cares what Ann Coulter thinks about anything.

Phred   February 1st, 2008 11:47 am ET

Wouldn't her endorsement have more of a negative impact than positive? I am conservative and I am republican, but even I notice that this woman is an egomanical, self serving talking head who, quite honestly, isn't very bright. The only skill she seems to have is making enough people made to generate some headlines.

Joseph   February 1st, 2008 11:47 am ET

I'm so pleased that Coulter is quasi endorsing Clinton. I wonder if Hillary will bring Ann along on the campaign trail with her?

Anyone but Clinton '08!

Ed Molnar   February 1st, 2008 11:47 am ET

I feel just the opposite. I’m originally from the Midwest (Ohio), and I believe I retain my Midwestern values, common sense, and balance. I’m moderately conservative, pro-choice, and while I consider myself politically independent and don’t vote a straight party ticket, the fact is I’ve voted Republican in every presidential election since 1968. Now, however, I am ready to vote for a Democrat for president, and I know there are many others like me. But I will not vote for Hillary, and if she is nominated, I will vote for her Republican opponent.

I’m ready for a change, and by that I mean not only a change from an administration gone awry, but also a change for something wholesome and energetic. Ethics, values, and straightforwardness are important to me, and Ms. Clinton brings weighty baggage in those areas. Intentionally but subtly putting race into the contest, then waging an unscrupulous campaign in Florida and touting it as a victory are further examples. Most of all I’m put off by the “it’s all about me” attitude she purveys; she could make a great contribution to the nation by remaining to become a powerful, effective leader in the Senate, but of course that was never her intent. When I’ve been asked who I like for president and I respond, “Anybody but Hillary,” others around me invariably agree. So count me among the “anybody but Hillary” army I sense is out there, something the Democrats need to take into account as they vote next Tuesday. So despite McCain's liberal leanings, he's the man if she's the woman; otherwise it's Obama.

Alison, FL   February 1st, 2008 11:47 am ET

Oh God!…This is definitely a bad omen for Hillary!…lol

mike   February 1st, 2008 11:48 am ET

talk about a uniter… can any other candidate get votes from both fanatical "conservatives" and mainstream liberals?

David - Oregon City   February 1st, 2008 11:48 am ET

Laura Ingraham officially announced today that she would be voting for Mitt Romney. These so called “King Makers” (elite conservative talk show hosts) continue to divide conservatives whereby liberal candidates walk away with the elections. People like Ingraham don’t understand they are turning the voters off with their underhanded slandering of conservative candidates in support of their pre selected candidate within the party. The Democrats win every time the conservative talk show hosts try to support one conservative candidate over another. It turns the voters OFF!

Chris Lamphere   February 1st, 2008 11:48 am ET

Why does anyone really care about what Ann Coulter has to think or say. I think you will find she has fewer people following her these days. Her venomous style is repulsive!

Rod Rogers   February 1st, 2008 11:48 am ET

Ann: What a shocker to read those words. But u8pon reflection, i feel the same way. If the republican party want to try to shove this milk toast politician down our throats, i will vote for Hillary, too.

John   February 1st, 2008 11:49 am ET

This proves Ann Coulter takes after Brittany Spears

CARL   February 1st, 2008 11:49 am ET

Ann–I nominate you for V.P. candidate along with Hillary–AND you could convince the world that you both want the best for the U.S. and humanity–thanks for your insight into what is going on in politics

Ann   February 1st, 2008 11:49 am ET

I will not vote for Clinton now…

R. SONEN   February 1st, 2008 11:49 am ET

What a millstone for poor Hillary. Who will Ann C. support when Obama gets the Democratic nod?

Randy S.   February 1st, 2008 11:49 am ET

If anything else was necessary to convince me not to vote for Hillary, having that nitwit Anne Coulter in her corner would have cinched it.
She's nothing more than a right-wing Rosie O'Donnell.

S.P. from Florida   February 1st, 2008 11:50 am ET

re: ann coulter
Though not for the same reasons as Ann Coulter, I am equally prepared to vote for Hillary over McCain in November's election.
I became a Republican because of Bill Clinton, and I am prepared to switch parties again in response to McCain's disgraceful performance on Wednesday evening. Hillary' articulate, poised and professional demeanor in Thursday's debate with Obama convinced me that she is the best candidate for President.

Sam   February 1st, 2008 11:50 am ET

If Ann Coulter, Dr. Dobson and Rush Limbaugh are against McCain because he is against torture by the US government… then that should tell you something about those people… and not McCain.

How can anyone who believes in the principles of the Constitution of the United States of America, the moral foundations upon which this nation was founded, our long history of struggle against tyrrany, support the use of torture by our government?

Who ARE these people and what is wrong with them?

The more I hear about the reasons why these people are against McCain, the more I want to support him.

Jeff from Peoria   February 1st, 2008 11:50 am ET

I think Ann's backing of Hillary only helps John McCain. Thanx Ann - Could you help Obama as well. I'm sure they're just sitting there hoping you'll call (NOT!!!)

Cat, Costa Mesa, CA   February 1st, 2008 11:50 am ET

I'm not quite sure how I feel about this! I dislike McCain too, but voting for Hillary would be against every moral I have!! I would just choose not to vote should either of them make the candidacy!

I don't get it when people say, "if you didn't vote, you can't complain!!" Oh yes I can!! If McCain is our nominee, not only will I not vote, but I'll sure raise my voice about why! With such a mediocre choice (and I'm going light by saying mediocre), I have all the right in the world to complaign about the sheer stupidity of the republican base, and how they have sold our conservative values down the river!

ferds   February 1st, 2008 11:50 am ET

Who cares about Ann Coulter ? She is irrational and doens't know which is right and wrong . She is making a living as a staunch conservative. Nobody pays attention to her.

HISTORY REPEATS, NY   February 1st, 2008 11:50 am ET

conservatives are trying to distance themselves from mccain so he will have a chance to win. they know if they support mccain it will hurt his chances since the country in looking for a "change". do not vote republican no matter who the GOP "supports"

Jeanne   February 1st, 2008 11:51 am ET

Wow I was shocked to see this …Ann Coulter said she'd back Hillary Clinton over John McCain. This is scary . I think I will have to move to Europe if Hillary is in the white house. I love my country but this is nuts.

Mitch   February 1st, 2008 11:51 am ET

I wonder if this will take away any votes for Clinton. I'm sure there are people that hate Coulter enough.

SSJSmith   February 1st, 2008 11:51 am ET

No thanks Ann. We don't want you on our team. Go find a remote isalnd to live on.

mike   February 1st, 2008 11:51 am ET

I think Ms. Coulter is trying to scare Independants from voting HIllary by calling her conservative so that Obama will gain the voters, become the nominee and lose the election. Tricky girl, Ann.

grant   February 1st, 2008 11:52 am ET

This proves democrats better go with Obama; an Ann Coulter endorsement is the death of any unity or independent appeal or movement, and will drive Democratic voters away from the party. if she's campaigning for Hillary, you can bet many Democrats and all independents will side with McCain.

Lisa   February 1st, 2008 11:53 am ET

I don't think I can take anything that Ann Coulter says seriously. Really, she prefers Clinton over McCain? Her commentary is often bloated with high volume hatred for anything liberal and/or democratic. The scathing words she uses in her books to describe those whose views clash with her own are horrendous (and, I'm holding back). If anything, her commentary on these political news shows is laughable. She's so over-the-top, it's funny. This, too, is just some sort of poltical commentary stunt to get people thinking. Here's to you, Ann…keep the laughs coming.

Trish C. in Omaha   February 1st, 2008 11:53 am ET

So Ann Coulter opposes McCain because he thinks torture is bad? Watch out Hillary, with friends like Coulter, who needs enemies?

Chris, Jacksonville   February 1st, 2008 11:53 am ET

Ahh yes…..

Bring on the crazy!

Having Coulter against him should give McCain a nice bump.

Susan   February 1st, 2008 11:53 am ET

McCain is a Liar. Not only did he vote against President Bush’s tax cuts and a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage, Mr. McCain has also supported embryonic stem cell research and stricter environmental regulation. He fought for looser immigration rules. He championed campaign finance rules that many on the right consider a violation of free speech. He made a deal with Democrats to break a deadlock on judicial nominations that many on the right considered near treasonous.

ginny   February 1st, 2008 11:53 am ET

I feel terrible for Hillary, an endorsement by this wreck just can't be good.

James   February 1st, 2008 11:53 am ET

Does anyone still take her seriously? This is so transparently just an attack on Clinton.

Jerry   February 1st, 2008 12:43 pm ET

Ann Coulter has once again made no sense. John McCain is an American Hero and will continue the war against Islamic radicalism. John McCain is clearly conservative on many issues, he is just moderate about them. He has a great deal of character. Perhaps Ms. Coulter finds an affinity for Hiliary Cliniton's level of character.

SF Resident   February 1st, 2008 12:44 pm ET

The "San Francisco Gate" is actually the "San Francisco Chronicle." The SFGate.com web site is only the address for the Chronicle's online presence.

Don, Rochester, NY   February 1st, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Oh Ann Coulter. The right-wing poster girl. Hillary certainly has some conservative values and I love her for it. She is not, however, more conservative than McCain (Hello! Foreign Policy!!) and this is not an endorsement I want as a strong supporter of Hillary.

Julius, Miami FL   February 1st, 2008 1:03 pm ET

SHE ONLY WANTS CLINTON OVER MCCAIN SO SHE CAN WHINE FOR 4 MORE YEARS AND SELL MORE BOOKS. WE'RE SOOOOOOOO OVER HER AND THE SHOCK FACTOR. SHE NEEDS TO GO HOME AND AGGRAVATE HER MAN, or woman, or whomever else will listen to the WHINE

Bernardo   February 1st, 2008 1:15 pm ET

Well, people say they want something different, then go out and vote for the McCains and the Hillaries, which offer us business as usual. B. Hussein Obama would at least do some things differently, even if it is because of his inexperience and naivety. We had some candidates in this race that truly offered a different direction in domestic and foreign policy such as Ron Paul, Mike Huckabee, and even John Edwards, but instead the public looks to be set to choose the status quo. Hillary vs. McCain? I'll just stay home that night.

Trish   February 1st, 2008 1:19 pm ET

Oh she's just trying to scare democrats and liberal independents out of voting for Hillary.

jp   February 1st, 2008 1:19 pm ET

Does anyone really care what Rush Limbaugh or Ann Coulter think? They keep whining and saying there is a "huge" backlash against McCain, but yet he keeps winning primaries and gathering endorsements. Maybe the real backlash is against right wing blowhards and neocons who have had their man in the white house for the past 7 years.

Sarah L, Fayetteville, AR   February 1st, 2008 1:20 pm ET

This is one endorsement that Obama clearly doesn't need to be envious of. I'm sure McCain is probably happy to do without it too.

Alex   February 1st, 2008 1:47 pm ET

Rush, Ann and the rest of right-wing movement “superstars” are just crying out loud as they are witnessing their influence is disappearing. They made tons of cash poisoning real conservatives with divisive issues and hate towards rest of the country. Their time is gone, most of Republicans finally figured out that extremism is hurting the country and Ann, Hanity and Rush just can’t accept that their cash cow is milked out.

big doug   February 1st, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Let's review: Mitt Romney is the only true conservative left in the race, based upon the actions of the candidates. It's too bad the early caucuses/primaries that the media focuses on so fervently are in "blue" states. New Hampshire voted for Gore and Kerry, so it's no surprise that McAmnesty won there. It's a miracle that Mitt Romney did as well there as he did. Iowa went for Gore in 2000, and Bush in 2004, but by less than one percent (751,957 to 741,898), so it's no surprise that Huckabee, the evangelical who leaned on anti-Mormon bigotry, won there. Once again, it's a miracle that Mitt Romney did as well there as he did, and got as many Evangelicals as he did to cross the line and vote for a Mormon. Wyoming, a solidly red state, went strongly for Mitt Romney, just as it went strongly for Bush in 2000 and 2004, voting strongly against Gore and Kerry. Mitt Romney is the only conservative front runner, as well as the only conservative with a snowball's chance of holding together Reagan's conservative coalition to conquer the Hillary Clinton/Barack Obama threat to America.

I'm a Republican   February 1st, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Ann Coulter just said that because she wants Hillary in the run off. Anne knows Hillary will be defeated in a runoff because over 50% of the country already hates Hillary.

Emily, Atlanta, GA   February 1st, 2008 2:03 pm ET

I agree with Roland. This is a stupid and misleading headline. It is clear that Coulter was trying to show her dissatisfaction with McCain being a real conservative.

tg   February 1st, 2008 2:03 pm ET

maybe she is just saying that so that ppl will think oh she suppports "clinton so clinton isnt a good democrat" and vote for obama.
as long as its a democrat who becomes president i think we will be ok if its republican then i think it should be mccain

Pete Gitlin   February 1st, 2008 2:03 pm ET

Thanks, but no thanks, Coulter-geist. No self-respecting Democrat would in any way want your vote, after your years of cynical lies, outrageous insults, and anti-American behavior. Here's a suggestion: Disappear…your 15 minutes of fame stretched well beyond what anyone could have expected, but…it's over!

Russ   February 1st, 2008 2:17 pm ET

That seals it. If Coulter is voting for anybody, I am voting for the opposition.

Greg   February 1st, 2008 2:18 pm ET

Obama's people have to be LOVING this one.

rrrr   February 1st, 2008 2:19 pm ET

Ann is a moron Who cares.

Lea C.   February 1st, 2008 2:19 pm ET

I agree with Jeb B.: Coulter is radical. She is an extreme, and she is to be feared. She's almost as bad as the radical Islamist terrorists that we hunt. She only spues hat