February 4, 2008
Posted: February 4th, 2008 09:36 PM ET
CNN Anchor Wolf Blitzer.
CNN Anchor Wolf Blitzer.

NEW YORK (CNN) - The excitement is building, especially for the candidates. I could see that when I taped an interview today with Sen. Barack Obama for The Situation Room. We went through several substantive issues. He was certainly cool and collected when we spoke. But I could also see he was pumped.

I could see the same thing Sunday when I interviewed Mike Huckabee and Mitt Romney. They have been working for so long to reach this pivotal point, and the pressure on them is clearly enormous. When the process began more than a year ago, there were certainly other prominent candidates out there, including Rudy Giuliani, Joe Biden, Bill Richardson, Chris Dodd, Fred Thompson, among others. But they fell aside, and we are now in the final stages of selecting the two parties’ nominees. The whittling-down process is almost complete.

The process could be completed on Super Tuesday – or not. That is now up to the millions and millions of voters out there who are getting ready to cast their ballots and in the process make history.

We have learned a great deal about the various candidates. We have also learned a lot about the primary and caucus process in recent weeks. And if the nomination process is still up in the air after tomorrow, we are about to learn a whole lot more. We will be learning about very complicated party rules, so-called superdelegates, and more.

If the polls are right – and that remains a big 'if' given some of our recent experiences – we are more likely to get finality on the Republican than the Democratic side. What I love about all of this is the uncertainty and unpredictability. Let’s get on to Super Tuesday.

Related video: Watch Wolf Blitzer's interview with Mitt Romney

Related video: Watch Wolf Blitzer's interview with Mike Huckabee

Related video: Watch Wolf Blitzer's interview with Barack Obama 

–CNN Anchor Wolf Blitzer

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Anne   February 6th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

The gull of Obama thinking that he can unite all. Obama needs to stop playing the God almighty sweet, innocent fresh face, that will save the world. He is not a saint! You people need to wake up if you want a democrat in office. Anne in GA

John Walling   February 6th, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Big slap on the face of some MA politicians!

linda   February 6th, 2008 11:51 am ET

I was wondering how in the world the senators, governors mmedia and all can swing the votes how they want them i really thought our votes counted I really am seeing we have no say i will not vote for Obama hes a liar and so cocky it makes me sick. The Kennedys have a terrible name Kerry also. Its not a race thing i hope you all get what you deserve i know what i can look forward too. So many promises he couldnt even vote yes says present, not in senate when voted on war. Again a very much race thing and been said hes for people making 150,000 we never seen that much in years but not given everything either. the people is going to get what they ask for ill vote for republicans so will alot of people.

Will, NJ   February 6th, 2008 10:41 am ET

CNN is bias as well as FOX news for republicans. I thought the press was to be neutral. All they cover is OBAMA, why is the interest?

Roger   February 6th, 2008 8:41 am ET

The Kennedys could not help him in their own backyard. Spin that!

Roger   February 6th, 2008 8:37 am ET

Go Hillary!

Dr Benjamin Katz   February 6th, 2008 6:47 am ET

Wolf is right,
when he says fatigue is impossible in this election. Everybody is a pundit. CNN have a measured and considered view to express throughout even when some of the CNN pannelists go deep into left field at times.

I teach multivariate statistical analysis, one of the math foundations all 'scientific' polls supposedly use. Wolf/CNN projections on their margins of error are as close as the scientific allows. Fox News is another matter. Most, if not all CNN projections are vindicated before long it must be noticed.

As there are pollsters, there are statisticians, and within Stats as a discipline there are fields of devopment. One field, hardly new, Markovian Chain analysis is increaingly being used in Polling and not just the esoteric puroses of genetics, nuclear design, cryptology etc.

I have seen one foreign pollster (Dr Derik Flemming, a South African) who works in DC every election using Markov modelling for predictive outcomes with high accuracy: his tentative work yields soem interesting conjectures for the national election:

1. McCain needs Clinton to oppose as Obama is the most electable at the national level.

2. Clinton is the galvanisor for a Republican Turn-out-the vote: poll "what democrat candidatwe will motivate you a republican to turn out"? on Obama 23%, Clinton 68%.

3. Obama is the Democrats best national hope.

Just some observations

Maureen Michelson   February 6th, 2008 2:05 am ET

Please, get rid of Carl Bernstein as a political pundit. His bias against the Clintons is so overwhelming I can't believe anything that comes out of his mouth. I also think he is dead wrong to push the idea that there is a "war" between Clinton and Obama and that they dislike each other immensely. That's Bernstein trying to create a reality he'd like to see.

Bernstein is a bore at this point. Some new faces, please!

felipe   February 5th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

PLEASE LOOK AT THE FACTS BEFORE YOU VOTE FOR THAT SCAM CALLED OBAMA

GO HILLARY

felipe   February 5th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

OH GOD CNN IS NOW REPORTING OBAMA IS GETTING VOTERS FOR CHANGE, R U KIDDING ME THIS IS CRAZY..................

I REALLY THINK AMERICANS ARE MAKING A BIG DECISION IF THEY SELECT OBAMA WITHOUT LOOKING AT THE FACTS THIS IS SCARY.......................

GO HILLARY

felipe   February 5th, 2008 6:28 pm ET

HILLARY IS FOR THE LATINOS, AND THE GAY COMMUNITY AS WELL.............WE NEED TO MAKE THE CORRECT DECISION......................

felipe   February 5th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

LOOK AT THE FACTS AND SEE HOW OBAMA IS NOT THE REAL DEAL, GO TO FORBES DO YOUR RESEARCH, AND SEE HOW OBAMA'S STATE IS ALMOST LAST IN MANY CATEGORIES...........HOW CAN HE CHANGE AMERICA IF HE CAN'T EVEN CHANGE HIS OWN STATE....................

VOTE HILLARY LOOK AT THE FACTS THEN MAKE THE CORRECT DECISION

felipe   February 5th, 2008 6:23 pm ET

EVERY LADY SHOULD GO OUT AND VOTE FOR HILLARY CLINTON, DO IT WITH PRIDE, IF AFRO AMERICANS ARE SUPPORTING OBAMA MOSTLY THEN LADIES LETS GO OUT AND SUPPORT OUR CANDIDATE WITH PRIDE

GO HILLARY

Melody Cannon   February 5th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Please give me information about Ron Paul too. This black out has gotten way out of hand. I now have to go to the internet to get most of my information. I already quit watching Fox, rarely watch MSNBC, and have gotten to the point where I would still watch Wolf and Cspan. You may just be losing another viewer soon. I am begining to beleive that there is a bias in the Media.
Melody Cannon

Gil Acevedo   February 5th, 2008 5:46 pm ET

GIL DUNKIRK NY- SO WOLFE WHAT HAPPENS IF IT IS NOT DECIDED BY MARCH THE 3RD.?

georgia dem   February 5th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

I just drove through Va/High here in Atlanta
and saw about 75 screeming HILLARY supporters at the corner of Highland
and Ponce
there was not one Omaba fan in sight
was CNN there to report it
No!!
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GEORGIA FOR HILLARY!!
GO GIRL!!
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ILL, votes for Hillary !!!!   February 5th, 2008 5:02 pm ET

Mr Wolf i just wants to let you know that most if not all my friends or anybody, who i know, including my grown son and my friend's grown children voted today for
Mrs CLINTON !!!!!!
You are not doing great job for Obama.
It's patetic, that you trying to support just Obama.
HILLARY 2008 !!!!!!!!!!

felipe   February 5th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

GO HILLARY SHE IS CREDIBLE AND TALKS THE TRUTH

felipe   February 5th, 2008 4:52 pm ET

OBAMA WILL NOT BE CHANGE FOLKS LOOK HE IS ABOUT FALSE HOPES AND NO ONE I MEAN NO LOOKING FOR THE FACTS, GO LOOK IT UP FOLKS ON FORBES HIS STATE RANKS ALMOST DEAD LAST IN 6 CATEGORIES, AND HE WILL BE ABLE TO CHANGE AMERICA, I AM VERY SCARED OF THESE FALSE HOPES, THIS IS CRAZY HOW EVERYONE IS JUMPING FOR THIS MAN BECAUSE OF INSPIRATION CRAP I JUST DON'T GET IT.................PEOPLE WANT TO ELECT SOMEONE BECAUSE HE IS INSPIRATIONAL AND TALKS FALSE HOPE I AM VERY SCARED HOW AMERICANS ARE LOOKING AT THAT AS A DECIDED FACTOR...............HILLARY TALKS ISSUES AND SOUNDS CREDIBLE ON JUST ABOUT EVERY ISSUE..................

CNN YOU ARE MOST OTHER NETWORKS ARE SEXISTS,

GO HILLARY

Bart   February 5th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Yes we all love the uncertainty. Like in 2000. That was so wonderful to see the winner of the popular vote lose the "election". But who cares?

Kristin M   February 5th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

I am concerned by the lack of information on third parties. There should at least be some mention or the Green Party, seeing as that their primaries are being held on Super Tuesday as well. I consider this a huge problem that news providers cannot tell the whole story.

felipe   February 5th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

THIS IS A JOKE, CNN NOT POSTING ALL THESE NEGATIVES ABOUT OBAMA? WHAT A SEXIST NETWORK, CNN AND A BUNCH OF OTHER NETWORKS ARE SEXISTS THEY DON'T WANT HILLARY AT ALL.............................

GO OUT FOR HILLARY

Sue   February 5th, 2008 4:19 pm ET

O= our
B=belief
A=about
M=mending
A=America

John Walling   February 5th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Thank God that the USA President is elected by the people and not by the few favor seeking opportunistic politicians ( like a few from MA) they endorse!

Steve   February 5th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Here is the question the Obama campaign fears the most!!!!

With all the big momentum, Opra, the Kennedys, emotional crouds etc……should we expect more from Obama than just a close race on Super Tuesday?

John Walling   February 5th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

CNN in not the best news chanel anymore. It has become just a political propaganda machine for some politicians! Please go back to reporting the news before you loose all your viewers!...

PAM   February 5th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

The major issues listed by your web site as election issues are not representative of the issues that the large majority of americans care about. Majority of the americans care about universal Health care, high tech jobs, economy, global warming, higher education, crime, ending Iraq war, accountability, corruption and greed, equality etc etc. When will the media Moguls change their Questions and become a serious part of resolving the major challenges that face our children. Stop asking wedge issues that do not help a country move forward and only help us to become a fundamentalist nation, in the footsteps of Taliban.
The Dems will win this time inspite of divisive politics of the media.

Pomila singh   February 5th, 2008 3:01 pm ET

The major issues listed by your web site as election issues are not representative of the issues that the large majority of americans care about.
Majority of the americans care about universal Health care, high tech jobs, economy, global warming, higher education, crime, ending Iraq war, accountability, corruption and greed, equality etc etc. When will the media Moguls change their Questions and become a serious part of resolving the major challenges that face our children. Stop asking wedge issues that do not help a country move forward and only help us to become a fundamentalist nation, in the footsteps of Taliban.
The Dems will win this time inspite of divisive politics of the media.

Pomila singh   February 5th, 2008 2:57 pm ET

the major issues listed by your web site as election issues are not representative of the issues that the large majority of americans care about. These issues are what media has time and again used very effectively to keep americans divided and move towards fundamentalism, much like the Taliban. These are major issues of self made Media moguls, which have led to divisive and stupid policy matters in the past 10 years or so.
Majority of the americans care about, universal Health care, high tech jobs, economy, global warming, higher education, crime, ending Iraq war, accountability, corruption and greed, equality etc etc. when will the media Moguls change their Questions and become a serious part of resolving the major challenges that face our children. Wake up and become serious. Stop asking wedge issues that do not help a country move forward and only help us to become a fundamentalist nation, in the footsteps of Taliban.

Charlotte   February 5th, 2008 2:52 pm ET

One other thing, if you love uncertainty then support Obama.

Charlotte   February 5th, 2008 2:50 pm ET

Wolf, in your interview with Obama regarding the 16mo. withdrawal of all troops. Did he back off or what? To make a statement to send a message to Iraq. Is this a strong message, I think not? I got a mixed message from him as will the government of Iraq.

voter2   February 5th, 2008 2:37 pm ET

CNN is so biased ....its sickening and ALWAYS very anti- Hillary.

And yes Obama's wife said some very nasty things about Hillary, completely below the belt.
Obama played the race card in S.C but naturally the media attacked Hillary.
The US needs to pick the best candidate and lets be honest that is not Obama who is full of rhetoric with no substance. Obama keeps talking reaching across the isle when he can't seem to reach across to Hillary in his own party.

IF OBAMA HAD BEEN A YOUNG WHITE WOMAN , HE WOULD HAVE BEEN WRITTEN OFF A LONG TIME AGO.....BEING BLACK IS HIS VALUE

LETS VOTE FOR THE BEST CANDIDATE.

Vancouver-Truth   February 5th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Hallelujah! I've been at home a lot and watching CNN a lot more than usual, and I've noticed a real bias against Hillary. My comments don't get posted, but I'm delighted to see that I'm not the only one who has noticed this bias. I wonder if the executives at CNN are doing a rethink? Surely, they know the objective reality here.

Joseph   February 5th, 2008 2:27 pm ET

i keep hearing pundits and political analysts saying Obama is too abstract and not specific enough, my question is how much more specific have any of the other candidates been? i am also seeing comments like…….obama is running on nothing…, allow me to say that this is the kind of ignorance that America has become known for all over the world, this offcourse is not the fault of every single American, but just a few air heads. On experience, before Ronald Reagan became president he was an Actor (he was a fine president nevertheless),….., now can somebody please tell me what he was running on? And does anybody remember when Bill Clinton was running, his age at the time he was running….and who he was running against….and most importantly when he was asked about his experience during a debate, does anyone know or remember his answer? Another question if a man and a woman become one in Holy matrimony……wouldn't voting Hillary into office be the same as putting Bill back into office? Now tell me out of all the candidates running both on the republican and democratic side, who would you rather have speaking to the American people and the rest of the world as president of the UNITED states of America.

Joseph   February 5th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

February 5, 2008 2:22 pm ET
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
i keep hearing pundits and political analysts saying Obama is too abstract and not specific enough, my question is how much more specific have any of the other candidates been? i am also seeing comments like…….obama is running on nothing…, allow me to say that this is the kind of ignorance that America has become known for all over the world, this offcourse is not the fault of every single American, but just a few air heads. On experience, before Ronald Reagan became president he was an Actor (he was a fine president nevertheless),….., now can somebody please tell me what he was running on? And does anybody remember when Bill Clinton was running, his age at the time he was running….and who he was running against….and most importantly when he was asked about his experience during a debate, does anyone know or remember his answer? Another question if a man and a woman become one in Holy matrimony……wouldn't voting Hillary into office be the same as putting Bill back into office? Now tell me out of all the candidates running both on the republican and democratic side, who would you rather have speaking to the American people and the rest of the world as president of the UNITED states of America.

AMAZED?   February 5th, 2008 2:03 pm ET

I've noticed that CNN is constantly showing an ad for an upcoming documentary on African Americans and their plight. The program still doesn't have a date. Is this a thinly veiled attempt to stimulate black people to vote as a block for Obama? Interesting timing CNN.

georgia dem   February 5th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

come on CNN
post our comments
CNN has done evrything in their power to have Obama win
it is all about hipe
and nothing about real
you people at CNN are pathetic
Obama is all talk and no substance
and Oprah what a laugh!
She gets ticked if her rich feathers are ruffled
the day Oprah inspires my vote is the day I die
give me a break people
VOTE HILLARY!!
TESTED!!
Omaba is twisted!

Bruce Marshall   February 5th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Is this True???
Senator John McCain is apparently not eligible to be elected Presidentof the United States under the clear provisions of the Constitution.

McCain is not a natural born citizen inasmuch as he was born in the U.S. Navy Hospital in the Panama Canal Zone, which was never part of the United States.

The Constitution states, “No person except a natural born Citizen, or a Citizen of the United States at the time of the Adoption of this Constitution, shall be eligible for the Office of President.” The 14th Amendment did not alter this provision.

The status of the U. S. Navy Hospital in the Panama
Canal Zone is described by the U. S. Department of State in its Foreign Affairs Manual (7FAM1116.1-4(c)): “Despite widespread popular belief, U. S. military installations abroad and U. S. diplomatic or consular facilities are not part of the United States within the meaning of the 14^th Amendment. A child born on the premises of such a
facility is not subject to the jurisdiction of the United States and does not acquire U. S. citizenship by reason of birth.”

a voter   February 5th, 2008 1:27 pm ET

I am angry the CNN has deleted from coverage anything that isn't beneficial to the Obama campaign. Take Michele's nasty comment about Hilary Clinton not being able to control her own home, how could she control a country. ...or she could have said take care as opposed to control, whichever, it was nasty, below the belt politics as nastily usual. Add to that no reporting that i"ve seen of Obama refusing to be photographed even near Gavin Newsom at a Obama fundraiser in SF because he had supported gay marriage, and his avoidance of any stand on women's rights to abortion. The man of GREAT CHANGE lets his wife play dirty, but apparently wouldn't support her right to control her own body.
There is so much NO DIFFERENCE between the two candidates...except what you don't say.....or, as with Clinton's racial divisiveness...over stated and over saturated.
As far as I can see, you are not at all unbiased in just reporting the facts and issues.

D.B   February 5th, 2008 1:18 pm ET

I have a question? why is it that most of u r attacking Wolf? It's his personal business whom he choose to vote for whether you all like it or not.

He is doing his job and getting paid for it... thats jus life

nathan   February 5th, 2008 1:12 pm ET

I believe Ralph Nader and Michael Bloomberg (NY Mayor) have an obvious connection.
It is clear their goals are to create a diversion by running a third political party to reduce votes in the general election from the Democratic Party.
Ralph Nader's ploy to subtract votes was successful during Al Gore's 2000 bid for the White House. Many agree had Al Gore won the 2000 election it would not resulted in a military invasion of Iraq.
It seems the effort by Bloomberg and Nader to formulate a third political party for the 2008 general election appears to be an APAC paradigm. The Christian Conservative Right is heavily influence by APAC lobby groups. This means we can expect if John MacCain is elected he would probably be a bigger APAC puppet than Bush. I believe if we dig deeper we will find a significant correlation between APAC, Bloomberg, and Nader.

Gary H. Boyd   February 5th, 2008 12:59 pm ET

Hey Wolf - Couldn't help but note over time that you always conclude discussions with others with the term "thanks very much". It's become your trademark so why not consider it as an inscription on your tombstone as and when.

Paul   February 5th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

.I would love to see a black man becomes president of the US before I died, but the way Obama is complaining about a vague comment from PresidentBill C. Imagine what would happened if he wins the DNC nommination. Obama might be the first or the last chance of a black becoming president of the US depends. Just imagine George Bush being a black president, this Country would be in fume by now.

Andrea   February 5th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

How could anybody deny that CNN is pushing Obama

CNN should stay out of it ...I do not want Wolfs opinion

Obama is another example of a candidate who is NOT qualified to become President. The rhetoric is great but NO SUBSTANCE if he were a WHITE YOUNG WOMAN he would not have had a chance from the get go.

PEACE and Prosperity

PS Obama playerd the race card in SC ...how pathetic is that? Oh yeah he wants to unite the country ???!!!!

sean c   February 5th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

REPUBLICANS FOR OBAMA !

Our government is sadly and badly broke. We have rode this monster for too long in the wrong direction. We have run out of time and options. Major positive change will be needed. We are looking at a complete engine overhaul, at this point a tune up will be wasted $. LET"S GET IT DONE AS ONE NATION UNITED!!!

LEAVE YOUR SHORT TERM SELF INTEREST AT THE DOOR. WHEN WE CUT THE WASTE AND INEFFICIENCY OUT OF HEALTH CARE, WE WILL HAVE MORE MONEY TO PUT TOO EDUCATION, RENEWABLE ENERGY AND PROGRAMS THAT BENEFIT US ALL. OBAMA08!!!!

ao   February 5th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

FEATURE THE MIT STUDY ABOUT CLINTON AND OBAMA HEALTH CARE PLANS – LET SOUND SCIENCE AND RESEARCH BE HEARD!!! LET THE TRUTH BE SPOKEN!!! HILLARY IS RIGHT ON MARK WITH HER COST, WHICH ACTUALLY IS LOWER THAN OBAMA'S WITH BETTER RESULTS (ACTUALLY EVERYONE COVERED). THIS IS A SCIENTIFIC FACT BASED ON SOUND RESEARCH AT MIT – BEFORE CRITICIZING ME, CHECK IT FOR YOURSELF!!!

Jen   February 5th, 2008 12:47 pm ET

I think that Wolf should be fired too

GO HILLARY

J

Andy   February 5th, 2008 12:45 pm ET

CNN stop pushing for Obama

Go Hillary!!!!

Christina   February 5th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

Christy – You are so wrong about Hillary. To say the 'Clintons let us down once' is outrageous, considering the 8 years of peace, prosperity, RESPECT and ADMIRATION of other nations and the BUDGET SURPLUS that Bill's administration gave us! No doubt every book you've read was penned by a Clinton-bashing, right-wing Republican. You are obvoiusly unaware of the lies they've printed and the "scandles" that they've created. It is really a shame when someone's opinions of a candidate are not based on what the candidate actually did or said, but on what others (who hate the person) said about the candidate. Please starting reading the facts instead of hateful, lying fiction – you will learn a great deal more.

Ciara   February 5th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

What about Hillary Wolf ? I have noticed the very biased commentary from Wolf against Hillary. When he ( Wolf) actually mentions Hillary its always negative.

The media helped put Bush in power.....Lets not pick someone we necessarily like. Obama would not be considered ready in any other country, only America.This time lets go with the best candidate

STOP BEING NEGATIVE TOWARDS HILLARY...lets have some pro Hillary commentators

Bob   February 5th, 2008 12:41 pm ET

I misread the beginning as "The excrement is building".

I liked it better that way.

Brando   February 5th, 2008 12:39 pm ET

Barack CAN'T get 270 in the general election. DON'T KID YOURSELF. Remember, it's Not! about the popular vote, IT'S THE ELECTORAL COLLEGE, STUPID!...IT'S NOT! GONNA HAPPEN.

Carol   February 5th, 2008 12:32 pm ET

Hey "rabblerouser" are you from the CT -DCWBFE club voting for Hillery? Go MAN !

Geraldine Ciesielski   February 5th, 2008 12:31 pm ET

Why no comment on what Michelle Obama said on good morning america. She doesn't know if she can suppor Hillar if she gets the nomination. What message does that send to the african american voters? She also said she does not want her husband to run again. if they loved this country so much they would not give up on it. If that were Bill or Hillay Clinton that said this you would be all over them.I am a life long democrat but I will not vote for Obama. I did not vote for Bush and I'm afraid the people are going to make the same mistake.

Christina   February 5th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

I am so sick and tired of CNN's love affair with Obama – you'd think he was the only one running! You have completely forgotten about Hillary, who is leading in every poll, albeit by small percentages. It is very obvious that CNN is not balanced in it's reporting. Most of the coverage you devote to Hillary, which is VERY little, is NEGATIVE. You are no longer the 'most trusted name' in news!!

Di   February 5th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

Who's disappointed??? CNN is bias!!

Go Hillary Go!!

Obama is fake news...he has said nothing, he will do nothing..usless!!!

Ken   February 5th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Almost eight years after the general election of the least qualified, and arguably worst president I am deeply saddened that the popular perception amongst our media is that Senator Clinton is the most qualified between her and Senator Obama. Day after day I keep hearing the so-called pundits who think she is the best choice for the Democratic party to unseat the the Republicans in the Oval office. I am neither a registered Republican nor Democrat in the state of Virginia because of law, but I can honestly say in all the years I've been voting I've never seen an individual who can "unite" folks from both parties as Senator Obama is.

It's time America for new leadership in the White House who can bring this great nation of ours together. Senator Obama can do this and he has proven it on the campaign trail. Let's vote for the best candidate who can bring new ideas and vision to our country and not vote for a candidate solely because of their last name. What this country needs is a new voice and vision, and not another Bush, Clinton, Clinton, Bush, Bush presidency. Get out and vote America!!

Tommy2   February 5th, 2008 11:55 am ET

Wolf, I have put alot of thought into this and I think CNN should change your name toCNN LITE. I have watched CNN during this election cycle and it is sad how much you use the news. You "make or slant " the news to your view. How long do you think the public will keep watching ? I know that there are pro and cons above on this matter. Go back and count the comments on both sides for the last few months and I think you all (Ga) will see what I mean. We have one or two networks that we have to decide if it is real news, we don't need another one.

Connie Lin   February 5th, 2008 11:50 am ET

In this uncertain economic times that I remember how thankful I am to the Clinton! Bill brought back prosperity from recession and surplus from deficit! I haven't heard much criticism from Barack's comment that it was more to the right timing during the Clinton's administration that we enjoyed all the good things instead of the Clinton's credit. Besides being an inspirational speaker, I don't see how he is qualified to be the commander in chief for our great nation!

Here In Britain   February 5th, 2008 11:44 am ET

Larry as an outsider looking in I have to say you are wrong.

Channels like CNN and MSNBC have devoted more time to Obama than any other candidate including McCain.

That's not fair by anyone's standards.

I'm just glad in Britain that our broadcasters have a legal duty to give the political parties equal airtime – it's a pity it did not happen in the USA too.

If candidates want more airtime they should pay for it through advertising.

Kris   February 5th, 2008 11:32 am ET

So much for the will of THE PEOPLE...

794 "Superdelegates" (made up of Congressmen / women and DNC officials) will be deciding the Democratic nominee if the race is anywhere near as close as the polls say it is.

The list is available online, and it looks like they support Hillary almost 2-1.

deb   February 5th, 2008 11:29 am ET

Of course Blitzer loves the uncertaintly.

It's great for RATINGS!

Didn't the CA debates cohosted by CNN have recordbreaking viewership?

It's not in CNN's best interests to have a frontrunner. A close election gets better ratings and more $$.

No wonder CNN is promoting Obama.

Brendan, Queensbury, NY   February 5th, 2008 11:25 am ET

Everyone saying that the networks have a clear Obama bias are being ridiculously closed minded, and are only seeing it from the perspective of an avid Clinton supporter. I personally am an equally avid Obama supporter, and if anything, there seems to be a pro-Clinton angle on both the major networks (CNN/MSNBC). And, it pains me to say this, but on Democratic coverage this year, Fox News does seem to be "fair and balanced".

But please, just understand that any sort of bias is only stemming from your personal prospective. Trust me, if you were on the other side, we feel the same way, only with the opposite candidate. But we don't run to CNN to make a comment screaming at the media, the candidates, and everyone else involved, because we understand that the apparent bias stems from our own personal bias.

dave in italy   February 5th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Larry from GA has got it right, there's real news there. That's why it gets coverage. There may be some serious problems with the mainstream media, but it's not that they decide what's news. They let us do that, and they go where the buzz is. When we don't like it, we have ourselves to blame. The only bias is the bias of individuals who cry foul every time their candidate isn't winning the coverage game. That's up to the campaigns, not the media. Ron Paul lacking coverage? That's because Ron Paul's lacking supporters. More Obama rallis covered? That's because he's drawing more people to rallies than most candidates ever do. That's news. Me? I am a Clinton supporter, but with hesitation. I don't believe Obama is all hype over substance, any more than I believe that Hilary will be the "same old thing". Her history and accomplishments speak very well of her ability to get things done, as do Obama's. I think her health care plan is better, because the math doesn't work unless you mandate universal coverage. That will help reduce costs. On the other hand, it's been a long Bush-Clinton run, and the country could probably benefit from some o-BAM!-a right now. Obama's rookie-ness is a bit concerning, as are some of the less shining chapters in Hilary's past... but don't pretend that a politician's ability to speak and lead and energize people has nothing to do with being president! I've heard that comment so many times it's shocking. It may not be the primary qualification - those must be judgement, stand on issues, and political skill. But how you speak and lead and unite - that's a big component of "political skill". Those abilities can determine your success in forging alliances, brokering deals and breaking deadlock, with the opposition and with foreign states and leaders.

stranger   February 5th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Wolf,

I love your show but I am sick and tired of your political analysts. They are so biased. Also CNN, as a national network, is not fair. IT always posted how great Obama is and said nothing positive about Hillary Clinton. I still have not made up my mind who to support but this is just an objective comment. How can a bational network be so biased?????????? What a shame.
CNN may as well announced that they are endorsing Obama.

S   February 5th, 2008 10:58 am ET

Tell me something, why are people impressed with the Kennedy's endorsing Obama?
This is a family who's lineage are bootleggers, adulterers, rapists, murderers, and drug addicts. How many of them have not used their names to advance their adgenda.
Do I want someone who represents them in my White House?

To make change occur:
1. We need term limits
2. We need to stop lobbyists
3. We need to elect our Vice-Presidents
4. We need to stand in front of the words on the Jefferson Memorial, and read.
5. We need to close our borders and make English the primary language.

We need to go back to the basics on which this country was founded.

Jean   February 5th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Pam, You are right Wolf and CNN are all about Obama. CNN is certainly not owned by Clinton if it were she would fire every reporter on there.Obama don't have to spend his millions on advertising he gets free press. If Hillary gets any at all it's reporters trying to make her look bad , I am one that don't fall for that. If you interview her you try to put words in her mouth. Thank God she is to smart for that.Go Hillary

Sheri   February 5th, 2008 10:47 am ET

How interesting that Wolf did not press Obama on his withdrawal deadline when Obama clearly implied that he may need more time than 16 months to pull the troops out of Iraq. Wolf, you badgered Clinton on this issue, why not the same treatment for Obama?

Connie Lin   February 5th, 2008 10:43 am ET

My Gosh! my emails this morning are bombarded by spam e-mails sent by Obama people! Don't they know better NOT to send soliciting emails especially to Hillary supporters?

j.r.   February 5th, 2008 10:36 am ET

I'll try and post again, but these always "under moderation".....CNN has just more or less said, Obama would take CA and N.Y. .....people have just started voting...give me a break....Obama and his scandles, you don't cover...you dont' want too....I want to also know how many favors he is going to owe the kennedy's...Obama is soooooo wet behind the ears, Ted will be running the white and Obama...yeah, that just what we need....isn't that what we have now??? Channey running Bush???? CNN = MUST DESTROY CLINTON AT ANY COST

Sue   February 5th, 2008 10:26 am ET

CNN is supposed to report the news, not create the story. They have taken a man who is a great motivational speaker and made him their poster boy for President of the United States. Obama has no real experience and can't even give details of his plans for the country. He prefers to talk to large crowds and preach rather than have Town Hall Meetings where he actually has to answer questions. People of this country are making a huge mistake if they allow the media to decide who the next President should be.

Also, many of us are aware that you are deliberately keeping many pro Hillary comments in moderation to keep them out of the CNN blogs. Even Fox News is more fair and balanced than CNN and that says a lot.

Andrew   February 5th, 2008 10:14 am ET

Last night I put up a post about how much the media are making this a horse race to drive up ratings. Today my post is mysteriously missing. CNN censored the post so the truth could not get out. CNN and the rest of the news media are artificially making the two races a horse race, not asking tough questions of faux candidates! I will not be watching CNN any more since they won't let the truth be heard when they provide a forum for speaking out. I didn't use profanities or use any threats. I just said it like it was and now my post went missing. You sicken me CNN.

caribbean   February 5th, 2008 10:13 am ET

Senator Obama stated that Senator Clinton made a judgemental mistake when she voted for the war and not only will he be ready on day – one he will make the right Judgement on day one then he admit he will make mistake. (why did the critics miss this).

Obama you cannot forever give poetic speeches which give false expectation the real issue must be address in solemn tones that makes hope a reality.

Senator Clinton have seen the mountaintop and knows the path , you need to start climing by following that path which start not from the head but in the heart.

I trust you will get there in the next 8 years.

Ray Foss   February 5th, 2008 10:11 am ET

CNN and Mr. Blitzer –

I am very concerned, that the results in California, and other western states, will be skewed by the saturation coverage of the East Coast states today. There have been studies in the past that, especially in the general election, early predictions of results effect the turnout in the West. With so many new voters and young voters engaged this year, I hope that CNN and other new organizations take their time in reporting results tonight. And, with the Democratic race too close to call in a number of states, based on early polling (and the polling just plain being wrong as it was in NH), there is a chance of faulty calls as to who the winner is. With the uncertainty as high as it is, please be cautious at calling races too soon. And, please let the voices of all voters, all across the country and timezones, be heard. This is too important for mere ratings.

Christian Pena   February 5th, 2008 10:03 am ET

Wolf,

I have been pretty disappointed in you and the CNN network. I have considered myself a CNN-buff for some time now, regularly staying tuned for the latest news, but lately, I have been watching MSNBC after being being referred there by friends.

My disenchantment with you and CNN stems from your rather overt biased reporting of the democratic primaries. In my opinion and for many others as well, its seems like CNN has basically endorsed Barack Obama. He's like the CNN darling while Hillary gets the lower end of the stick. And I've always appreciated that CNN provided an unbias, neutral approach to its reporting. It seems like CNN has chosen to change its ways for these primaries.

Nanc   February 5th, 2008 9:56 am ET

Just as I thought, over 12 hours since I posted my comment and it's still in moderation. Why, because it was less than complimentery to CNN? Is this site as bogus as your news "coverage" has become?

Anonymous   February 5th, 2008 9:44 am ET

Allan,

Do you think that Hillary writes her own position papers on the issues? Give me a break, of course she doesn't. Why do you think she has "Advisors". Yes, she has advisors, just like every other politician.

And what is with the argument that Hillary should win because she has been "around longer." You know, the stale loaf of bread that has been sitting on my kitchen counter for a few weeks has been around longer than the one I bought yesterday. Which one do you think will taste better?

Frustrated in MI   February 5th, 2008 9:39 am ET

To all... I agree, CNN is VERY BIASED! Most of my friends agree when they make a post against Obama, it doesn't make it through the "moderation". Obama supporters.... STOP WHINING!

Oh, and Andrew..... the original American sin was MOVING THE NATIVE AMERICANS (Indians) out of THEIR LAND!!

Larry - Georgia   February 5th, 2008 9:24 am ET

CNN biased towards Obama? I don't think so. The real news is how Obama is making a race out of what was thought to be a coronation for the heir apparent to Pennsylvania Avenue. I understand the deep sense of disappointment that Clinton supporters must feel. However, when for almost a year CNN was just short of declaring Clinton as the nominee I didn't hear those complaints from Clinton supporters about the network being biased. Fact: Obama is rallying and this is real news and it is exciting to all including the media folks!

Rick   February 5th, 2008 9:17 am ET

That's because Ron Paul is a nutcase and won't get 2% of the general election vote. That's why he wasn't mentioned. Turning on CAPS lock won't change that fact.

Michael   February 5th, 2008 9:14 am ET

couple of items; Wolf is great but his 'shouting' method of reading news puts me off...also CNN seems to back Obama as well as the 'younger' crowds who are making a big mistake; young crowds specially are getting carried away by 'freshness' or whatever but cannot do any analysis of their own... if he wins the nomination, the other side is waiting to tear him up and win the white house; I for one am tired of republicans and to see the democrat in oval office, like to back Hillary who can better beat McCain...so be careful whom you are supporting CNN...

Tom   February 5th, 2008 8:59 am ET

I love CNN but I have to say as just an interested observer from Canada:

mentions on the show - Obama 6 to 1 over Clinton :::: McCain 6 to 1 over Romney and even worse for the other guy????

I wish the coverage could be more balanced. It's steering at its worst.

Try to do better please.

Noreen Cardinale   February 5th, 2008 8:48 am ET

Fire the whole CNN analyst team. They are the most unintelligent analysts I have ever heard. My 12 year old son can reason better than they can.

Jimmy O   February 5th, 2008 8:47 am ET

If Integrity, character, honesty and ethics matter to you. Reject the Clintons. The Clintons are phony, would say anything to get elected. If you have a young daughter, would you allow your young daughter to intern in a Clinton White House? The Clintons should just go away, they bring back bad memories. I could not watch TV with my children when the Clintons were in office, you never know what shameful Clinton drama will be on. If you care about the future of country, our children and our standing in the world, reject the Clintons. Integrity, character, honesty matters.

Tommy2   February 5th, 2008 8:44 am ET

Wolf, I have put a lot of thought into this, after watching CNN during this election cycle, I think CNN should change it's name to CNN LITE. I hope that after this election is over, no matter how it turns out, that the people in charge will take a good look at how the "news" was used during this election. What I don't understand is when you "make the news" or "slant the news", how do you think the public will keep watching?

John   February 5th, 2008 8:33 am ET

Wolf, why don't you just come out and endorse Senator Obama. You have been campaigning for him for months.

Allan   February 5th, 2008 8:30 am ET

Its not rocket science. Obama is still a rookie. He cannot flesh out his policies. He will need a lot of advisers to do that, will take a lot of our time to decide properly on important and urgent matters for the country. Clinton has been around longer than pop-Obama. Lets face it Obama is all hype no substance.

BCarlisle, San Ramon CA   February 5th, 2008 8:27 am ET

Hi CNN.

I have posted to this story before, but I guess you chose not to print it, not sure why. I'm a Hillary supporter, but in the begining, I was for both just watching, waiting to see Obama or Hillary make their case to the American people. Still waiting on Obama, yeah he got Oprah (she's on TV, Ted Kennedy is laughable!) Hillary has presented her case so clearly, even more clear than the republicans. For a long time people would say she was not clear but no one is saying that now are they! I think CNN needs to take another look at FOX news, I watch them more now because they are fair and balanced. CNN Could use a lesson in Fair. Hopefully someone will read this and maybe post it this time! To Obama supporters, if this was happening to your canidate you too would write blogs like we have, but its not happening to you!

Hillary 08***She will and proven she can change.

Dee   February 5th, 2008 8:15 am ET

Obama – stand tall and brave! We need a brave leader to lead the HOME OF THE BRAVE.

Hillary is the antithesis of brave. She is spoiled, whiny, and as corrupt as the state for which she has sought her senatorship.

WMW   February 5th, 2008 8:09 am ET

Thanks for supporting Ron Paul. He marches onward with or without any media!

WMW   February 5th, 2008 8:08 am ET

Thanks for supporting Ron Paul. He marches onward with or without any media!

Independent Voter   February 5th, 2008 7:47 am ET

Wolf Blitzer is one of the many bottom feeders of journalism! His bias (along with Jack Cafferty) is so obvious on the Situation Room. It's so obvious that both of these men are anti-Hillary Clinton. Not only have I noticed but I hear it from many other friends, family and co-workers. CNN is losing credibility very fast.

Yesterday, Jack Cafferty had a question for the viewers basically asking who would be better for the Democratic party, Hillary or Obama. EVERY SINGLE ONE of Jack's responses from the viewers were anti-Hillary Clinton, every one! Once again, CNN may think it's working but it's really not. I hear from Republican's who would never vote for Obama or Clinton, yet they say they notice the bias from CNN, constantly attacking Hillary Clinton and praising Obama.. though these Republican's don't support either of them, they still see the unfair treatment of Hillary Clinton and think it's wrong.

CNN's slogan "The best political team on television" should be "The best bias team on television". What a joke!

Alecki   February 5th, 2008 7:46 am ET

CNN............you have done it again.

You beat Fox news hands down for one sided reporting.

Please discuss the issues. This is a presidential election, not the Oscars.

Alecki   February 5th, 2008 7:39 am ET

We don't need to have the uncertainty in the White House with Obama. We need to know who we're voting for. Obama might be okay in a few years. Not now!

Please vote experience!
Vote for Hillary!!!!!!!!!

Alecki   February 5th, 2008 7:37 am ET

CNN is so biased that Hillary supporters will not be watching your coverage.
Please be fair about your coverage.

Many CNN watchers are truly discusted with the bias showed on your coverrage favoring Obama.

Please, be fair. This is serious business. This isn't a talent show.

MSNBC, ABC and U Tube is beginning to look better and better to many of your watchers.

Alecki   February 5th, 2008 7:32 am ET

Wolf, you use to be my favorite to watch.

Acturally it's not just Wolf. It is quite obvious that CNN does not believe in equal time when it comes to Hillary and Obama.

CNN is consistent at favoring Obama over Hillary. In fact there is minimal coverage on her except for negative remarks. Commentators are not representing her.

You have lost my families and friends respect in your slanted reporting.

Please report the news. Let's be fair about representing ALL candidates.

This reporting is not reporting policies. It's tabloid coverage.

Stop it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

merlin   February 5th, 2008 7:20 am ET

Everybody, settle it down. Hillary will win the nomination and the presidency.
Enough with the protest that cnn is biased with Obama or what so ever. He can have fox and the rest, but some destiny are really made. She is destined to be the next president. I've seen it.............

concerned   February 5th, 2008 6:08 am ET

Watched :Hilliary on the Hallmark station last night. Great program. She gave her views on how to change the country. We will see if CNN covers that today. I agree with all the bloggers here – CNN is soooooooooooo biased it makes me sick. I thought Fox was biased but I will watch them now.

Go Hilliary fans – go for the one that can get things done not the preacher.

With Kennedy and his clan and Oprah standing up for Obama would make me vote for Hilliary even if I hadn't already decided to do so.

It's funny as other people have said – if Obama wants change – why does he have all the old politicians behind him. All he can do is talk a good talk.

Josh   February 5th, 2008 5:35 am ET

If you think CNN isn't biased at all, look at the links on the right side of this page. There's a place to talk about presidential candidates... except Ron Paul.

You can even talk about RUDY GIULIANI. I mean come on. I seriously doubt if Ron Paul was put in the same untouchable light that some of these other leading candidates are put in, this election would already be over.

For all of the people knocking Ron Paul, I mean honestly I don't know how you can take an hour or two to get to know him and say he isn't by far the best candidate. He is the only candidate that supports what America really stands for. FREEDOM and INDEPENDENCE. These are exact opposites of BIG GOVERNMENT and SOCIALISM.

I know I am probably speaking on deaf ears, but honestly if you haven't given Ron Paul a fair chance, you really should look into it.

I know he is a huge long shot with huge odds staked against him, but so were the Giants on Sunday.

jean   February 5th, 2008 5:32 am ET

the only experience I hear that Osama { i mean Obama } has, is in the streets of Chicago! It is so clear who is the right choice! Hillary has the experience we need to lead our country. Listen America! Do not be deceived..

Linda   February 5th, 2008 5:14 am ET

Wolf,

I'm still voting for Edwards. He suspended campaigning but did not withdraw. Which means, he can still wins delegates because his name is still on the ballot. By winning delegates, his voice for America will still be heard. VOTE EDWARDS TODAY!!

Angelina.Hayata   February 5th, 2008 5:04 am ET

Blitzer, I have been watching situation room everyday at 11.00 PM in UK time. I would like to congratulate you and your political team for best political programme your covering to us.

I hope American people are going to make right choice today, I have analysed news around the World and I have realised the World is crying for PEACE . We need new president to be modest, intelligent, likeable and diplomatician. I genuinely think OBAMA has ability to bring PEACE to the World , and make America as SUPERPOWER again.

Thanks .
Angel

Denise   February 5th, 2008 4:56 am ET

Obama was only right ...after the fact. In 2002 he said he was on the same side as Bush. Then later said he didn't know how he would have voted. I think he decided against the war only after he decided to run for president. Now the more he talks about opposing the war, the more he believes it.

Carrie   February 5th, 2008 4:56 am ET

To the Hillary supporters,

Stop playing the victim, like she does. For the past 4 years, Hillary has gotten all the TV coverage on whether she was going to run or not. For the past two months, Obama is getting equal coverage because he is moving up in the polls and giving Hillary a challenge. Even if Obama doesn't win, I am so proud of him doing well againest the status quo. THE WORST THING THAT OBAMA COULD DO IS BE HILLARY'S VP. He is to talented and special.

For change, unity, and hope for American, vote Obama!

Wolf, I can't wait until this is over!

Denise   February 5th, 2008 4:50 am ET

HMMMMM .......no interview with Hillary???? Doesn't surprise me!
I hope she told you to all go to hell.

get a grip   February 5th, 2008 3:58 am ET

Obamamania reminds me of the Carter days. Carter was and is a wonderful human being. He ran as an outsider cleaning up the mess/corruption in DC after watergate. Only problem was that he did not make a very good president. I was just out of college but I remember those times and it was not pretty. President Carter had a tough time making a decision. I truly am inspired by Barack but I really don't know that he is up to the job. We don't need on the job training for another President especially following bush and the mess he's made. I have to go with Hillary. When all is said and done, she will have the backbone to make the tough decisions.

FELIPE   February 5th, 2008 3:34 am ET

I AM EXTREMLY WORRIED IF OBAMA WINS, HE IS CLEARLY NOT READY, AND HE GIVES ALOT OF FALSE HOPES, I CAN SEE RIGHT THROUGH HIM. I CAN SAY THAT BECAUSE I JUST SAW HIM IN TWO DIFFERENT VENUES AND HE CLEARLY CONTRIDICTS HIMSELF ALOT AS WELL.

Rebecca   February 5th, 2008 3:33 am ET

Wolf..... Please stop promoting Obama..Americans can make up their own minds.
Thank-you.

James Recto   February 5th, 2008 3:19 am ET

CNN is doing it again..and again..and again..It will not be for long, once the voters decided to unanimously voted for CLINTON tomorrow, CNN will finally stop promoting OBAMA and they will switch to CLINTON. American voters made a big mistake by electing Bush back to the White House and they are about to do it again with OBAMA. Clinton has what it takes to run this country back to prosperity, regain the American Dream which was taken from us by this current administration. You vote for your future – Vote for Clinton!

FELIPE   February 5th, 2008 3:13 am ET

I DON'T GET IT, I AM VERY SURPRISED HOW THIS SENATOR IS GETTING AWAY WITH SO MANY FALSE FACTS. JUST LAST NIGHT OBAMA MENTIONED ELECT ME I WILL GET HELP FOR SCHOOLS AND UNDERPAID TEACHERS AND ALL THAT, PLEASE FOLKS LOOK AT FACTS HOW CAN HE CHANGE AMERICA IF HIS STATE OF ILLINOIS 39 STATE OUT OF 50 IN EDUCATION, ONLY 32 PERCENT OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS GRADUATE, BLOCKS AND BLOCKS OF HOUSE ARE SET FOR FORCLOSURE, I MEAN I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW THIS MAN, IS DRAGGING EVERYONE IN THIS INSPIRATIONAL CRAP AND PEOPLE ARE NOT LOOKING AT FACTS...........

I AM CHOOSING A CANDIDATE WHO IS NOT PERFECT BUT AT LEAST SHE ADMITS IT, AND TALKS ABOUT ISSUES NOT FALSE HOPES

GO HILLARY

Dusacre   February 5th, 2008 3:11 am ET

ABC = Any 1 But Clinton

CNN CA   February 5th, 2008 2:53 am ET

Shame on Oprah!
Shame on CNN!
CNN want sto stop me to talk but I will keep talk!
Is it the change Obama wants or CNN wants?

Hillray 2008!

Ida Lula   February 5th, 2008 2:51 am ET

I have lost all respect for Blitzer after the way he conducted himself during the California Democratic debates. What a self-important gas-bag.

Think before you vote   February 5th, 2008 2:43 am ET

"Shun February 4, 2008 8:38 pm ET

Why do Hilary Fans think Americans are stupid?"

As the old saying goes "You can fool some of the people all of the time and all of the people some of the time".

Obama is doing that right now and American voters will wake up and regret it if he is chosen.

Think before you vote   February 5th, 2008 2:39 am ET

The only reason the democratic contest appears close is that CNN, Fox and MSNBC are pushing Obama so much.

It is a downright disgrace.

As someone who was open to both candidates I am now moving towards Hillary.

Why?

Obama for all his talk – is just that – talk.

The support from the likes of this organ have made it less likely that I can support him – for someone who is supposedly changing the establishment he sure as hell has the establishment right behind him.

Sheila   February 5th, 2008 2:30 am ET

I dont understand why people keep arguing about this election…Either way, whoever wins the election,poor people will still be poor and rich is rich…come on…I don't care whoever wins, I still need to work anyway to live…Politics in America is the same politics in other countries…corruption,lies and power, this all the what it is inside politics…

seee   February 5th, 2008 2:29 am ET

Go HUCKABEE !!!!!!!!!!

OGA   February 5th, 2008 2:27 am ET

I would like to know if Gloria Berger is a reporter or a politician campaigning for a press secretary position under Obama.

Dem   February 5th, 2008 2:26 am ET

Phili : "It's very funny to hear Hillary supporters claiming Obama's nomination would mean Republican victory"

Gov. CA endorsed Mc Cain. Gov. CA was a friend of Ronald reagan. Obama praised himself as Ronald Reagan. The wife of Gov. CA endorsed Obama.. Go FIGURE and do the math.

lia, san francisco   February 5th, 2008 2:25 am ET

Greatful Dead for Obama in San Francisco... Wow! This guy is a ball of fire, you can not stay indiferent to his wave of electricity...

Stan Harhut, Anchorage, Alaska   February 5th, 2008 2:24 am ET

Wolf, all America knows HILLARY will be the Democractic candidate for President, and will to the 44th President, withSenator JOE BIDEN, as SECOND in Command Bet the farm on it WOLF...HILLARY CLINTON///////JOE BIDEN 2008........

Sheila   February 5th, 2008 2:16 am ET

I dont understand why people keep arguing about this election...Either way, whoever wins the election,poor people will still be poor and rich is rich...come on...I don't care whoever wins, I still need to work anyway to live...Politics in America is the same politics in other countries...corruption,lies and power, this all the what it is inside politics...

CNN = Obama   February 5th, 2008 2:10 am ET

I hope voters see thru the 'corporate endorsement' that CNN and MSNBC have recently given to Obama & I hope the 'people' nominate the candidate who actually HAS stood up against such special (corporate) interests.

Hillary 08 !!!

Los Angeles   February 5th, 2008 2:09 am ET

I feel that those who endorsed Barack Obama are totally selfish and only in their best (self-) interested. It's so obvious....why can't voter see this! I am voting Clinton for a real change and for a better future!!

Terry   February 5th, 2008 2:07 am ET

I saw a comment posted here from a young 19 year old supporting Hillary and commenting that Obama is going to loose the national election. I wish these young adults would do there homework and learn history. Even my 20 year old daughter knows about the scandals and immoral actions of these two. Thank god there are still some people around to recall the Clinton years and how morally bankrupt there were to our country. I am not perfect myself I voted for Bill Clinton and George Bush during there elections. Go Obama.

DM   February 5th, 2008 1:42 am ET

Remember the saying, be careful what you wish for. Be careful Clinton lovers before you get exactly what you wish for. More scandal, more corruption and more cover-up. Were you sleeping during their last reign? There will be a time for a woman as president, just not this woman. Her tears show weakness and weakness isn't something our son & daughters in the service can afford and I'm a mother of a marine in Iraq.

deb   February 5th, 2008 1:41 am ET

Vote Early, Vote Often (at least 2x this year), Vote with your Brain instead of your Heart, and Vote with Enthusiasm. Take a friend, even if his vote cancels yours:)

Rhonda   February 5th, 2008 1:37 am ET

Again CNN and Wolf violating equal airtimes laws. Where is the Clinton interview??? I know you won't publish this, b/c you can't stop kissing Obama...
Gee with all the FREE MEDIA Obama is getting, if he does not tie or win, it will show that you guys still can't brainwash those of us who actually use or brains.

Mike M.   February 5th, 2008 1:34 am ET

Considering that polls are conducted with a sample size between 800 to 1200 people, that is hardly accurate.

Julie   February 5th, 2008 1:28 am ET

Republicans might scream that they hate Hilary, but behind that curtain when they alone, they are rational and sensible people. They will choose McCain over Obama and Clinton over McCain and they will make sure that their friends won't find out they voted for Clinton. It happened in upstate New York. Hillary is pragmatic rational choices and older voters will vote for her. Come November, Obamania will be gone and young voters will be getting drunk on the college campuses. Well, Plato said democracy was dangerous, and Americans have choosen a number of iditos as their presidents. Nobody in Europe or Middle East will talk to Obama. It will be really funny to also watch Republicans beat him up if he wins the nomination.

saire   February 5th, 2008 1:19 am ET

No CNN is not bias. They are the media. Maybe his story is more exciting and not the status quo.

PS: Amy Holmes is annoying and that is said mildly. Ask your senior political analyist.

Tired of looking at Amy Holmes

Cisco   February 5th, 2008 1:09 am ET

I love Obama and his rhetoric, but behind that smooth talk, there is no concrete plan that has convinced me to vote for him. He is always talking about hope and change, don't we all want that? How is he really going to change Washington, when he is going to be working with the same people he has been working with these past years.
What type of change will he bring when the likes of Ted Kennedy and co are all alligning with him. He says that we should not go back, but he forgets the fact that if you have lost your way, it is sometimes necessary to retrace your steps in order to take a better route.
Regardless of what people may say, Hillary is the right democratic to lead this country. She is smart and firm, but kind and generous. She has spent all her public life trying to help improve the lives of the poor and needy, regardless of what conservative media would lead us to believe. Please give her the chance to put this country back on track. To regain our status in the world without appearing weak.
People today are all crying down those that voted for authorizing the President then to invade Iraq if necessary. Given the information available at that time, and the painful attack on this nation. Those that did not vote for or support the resolution then were either indifferent to the security of this country, unpatriotic or just plain cowards.

Ethan   February 5th, 2008 1:07 am ET

Un-friggin-believable. We are 24 hours from the biggest primary in ages and CNN posts "Blitzer: I love the uncertainty". As if we needed yet another clue at how pathetic CNN has become.

Pattie   February 5th, 2008 1:07 am ET

Question: why is Huckabee still running... he has no chance of winning the primary... is McCain paying his way to continue so he will bump Romney??? Why is no one questioning a motivation.

I am a republican.. if McCain gets the nomination.. I will vote for a democrat that I like not one that is in disguise as a republican. I will not vote for McCain under any circumstances. He is not president material, no negotiating skills and bad tempered.

citizen_c   February 5th, 2008 1:06 am ET

America is at a crossroads; a moment in time that manifests itself but once or twice in a lifetime. We are called to make a challenging decision between charting a new course into undiscovered country, or turning the wagons back in the hope that we will find the richer pastures we once roamed.

The cynics would say that the road ahead is too rocky, too unpredictable. That we would do better to play it safe, that there are wolves out there waiting at every turn. But I was not raised in a country of cynics.

I was raised to believe in a country where everything was possible. Where you could dare to dream the unimaginable not so that it would disappear in the morning light, but so that by that light you could build a new reality. I was raised to believe that a country united was an unstoppable force, and that the United States was a beacon of light proudly leading the world into the future.

I believe in America. I believe in Barack Obama.

Anonymous   February 5th, 2008 1:02 am ET

I think it's pretty clear you're being balanced when half the comments here say you have a bias toward obama and the other half say you have a bias towards clinton. Hah!

Tony   February 5th, 2008 1:02 am ET

Wolf, I do not understand what CNN has against Hillary? I have been in support of her for many years and feel that she is the best qualified and knowledgeable to run this country. I do not want our president to just now how to make a great speech but they need to know how to run our country! I feel that best possible candidate would be Hillary! We need her to clean up this mess we are in!

Hillary 08!

Dee   February 5th, 2008 12:59 am ET

The media is afraid to confront Obama on some of his comments about Hillary. People might accuse the media as being racial.
All he's work at is civil rights issues. He can only be bias I can follow what he says. he seem to beat around the bush and says very little as to what exactly the changes will be.

Michelle Matthews   February 5th, 2008 12:57 am ET

Everytime I make a positive comment about Hillary Clinton I never make it past the moderator. I am seeing that this is happening to a lot of her supporters. Why all the Obama coverage?? What happened to freedom of speech? Hillary supporters are being deleted and we are not allowed to question this. This is tarnishing CNN"s reputation. Wolf thought Obama was pumped. We need a candidate with a clear plan to make change not poetic words. Vote Hillary 08!

Mike   February 5th, 2008 12:41 am ET

CNN-

Cover Nothing but Obama till November!

Mike   February 5th, 2008 12:33 am ET

Actually, have been reading a lot of blogs and even a lot of Obama supporters have noticed the biasness of coverage against Hillary.

Prince 4 Obama   February 5th, 2008 12:32 am ET

get up and vote!

Mike   February 5th, 2008 12:31 am ET

I think it's funny how Obama supporters like Phili, say they're tired of seeing Bill Clinton campaigning for his wife, but no mention of how much we're seeing Ted Kennedy or Oprah for Obama. Let's be real people!

Prince 4 Obama   February 5th, 2008 12:31 am ET

got vote obama he has the changes American need.

Nancy   February 5th, 2008 12:31 am ET

CNN is very bias. All the news stations are pro Obama but especially CNN. They have a so called CNN Contributor named Roland Martin who supports Obama and he is on all the time as if he is one of the reporters and no one else in any of the other campaigns Rep or Dem get the air time this guy does for his candidate. When Obama has a rally CNN shows it almost in its entirety but when someone else does they don't show it or if they do it is very brief or they will tell you to go to CNN live on the internet. One of the actual reporters today on another news station said something that I just could not get my finger on about Obama that I did not like and they said it, "he does not go into details as to what he would do on issues" and this is what turns off a lot of people he is just a really good speaker who makes people believe what he says.

I also notice in his body language that most of the time he stands behind a podium like he is not touchable not like the other candidates on both parties who walk around with a mic in their hands so there is no barrier like a podium.

I also thought it was very presumtive of him to say that Hillary's people would vote for him but his supporters would not vote for her. I know quite a few that would vote Republican unfortunatly if he gets in.

Terry   February 5th, 2008 12:21 am ET

I watched the replay of Hillary's townhall. She had excellent responses based on thorough research. She has impressive skills. She status up to date on current issues in various states. She even remembers conversations with people on the campaign trail and provides examples of what americans are telling her. She is someone that is listening to the amerian people. Its very inspiring to know that she is listening to us rather than just using a bunch of words.

Derek   February 5th, 2008 12:17 am ET

You Clinton supporters really need to stop with the "experience" argument. Of Hillary's "35 years of experience", 15 was as a corporate lawyer; that is 14 more than she spent working at the Children's Defense Fund for those of you who are counting. The rest of her experience was principally as either the first lady of Arkansas or First Lady of the country. Her only claim to fame from that "experience" is the dramatic failure of Hillarycare.

Obama was 23 when he began working and since he has been a community organizer, president of Harvard Law School, a civil rights attorney, a constitutional law professor, a state legislator and finally a federal legislator. He's been a legislator for longer than Hillary! Now tell me who has more "experience".

The experience argument is hollow, particulary when all that experiece results in bad judgement. Wrong on Iraq; wrong on Healthcare (mandates are inherently bad), wrong on drivers licenses for immigrants; shall I go on?

I'd encourage you to think for yourself as opposed to parrotting whatever Hillary's campaign sends you via email.

G from MN   February 5th, 2008 12:14 am ET

I'm all for Obama. I think he has a better stance on the issues. Also keep in mind that in a face off against the presidency the conservative base along with a huge portion of independents will side for the republican side if Hillary is the democratic nominee. They hate hate hate Hillary. Barack stands a much better chance at drawing a larger portion of the vote. Also he never voted for the hugely unpopular war which will give him a edge as well.

I think most democrats think that with a Clinton in the White House that it will somehow magically go back to the way it was in the 90's. However the economic boom during that period of time was from the advent of the computer and internet evolution not from Bill Clinton.

Today the world is in a much worse state of chaos which I don't think she will be able to get a handle on. I think Barack is a better decision maker and has more common sense. Remeber if Hillary was in office instead of Bush I wouldn't doubt if we would be in the exact same place as we are right now. She did vote for the war no matter how much she tries to down play it.

OBAMA 08

Charles, San Antonio, Texas   February 5th, 2008 12:12 am ET

I’m tired of hearing the stupid remarks from members of the media. Asking Hillary to admit she made a mistake when she voted to allow Bush to use the threat of force. We all know we use the threat of force to get other countries to cooperate. We just never had someone in charge that was so reckless. I’m tired of hearing Obama say he was against the war from the beginning. I too was against the war. That doesn’t make me presidential material. And like him, I didn’t have to make the decision. I don’t think he has the guts to make any real decisions, judging from his voting record. I don’t think too many of her critics would have said to the president of the United States – No we can’t allow you to threaten Sadam.

Michael   February 5th, 2008 12:12 am ET

I bet if Hillary Clinton pissed standing up....Mr. Blitzer might vote for her. The guy is obviously biased towards women. I wonder if he sister...err...wife...left him for another woman and now he hates all women...?!

Geo   February 5th, 2008 12:12 am ET

GO HILLARY GO
This is unreal,

Michaela   February 5th, 2008 12:11 am ET

I agree with "against the whiners"! Clinton supporters consistently appear to be VERY whiny, polarizing and pugilistic–like the object of their support. Obama supporters, I've observed, tend to be more conciliatory, composed, and level-headed–much like their candidate. Gives one an idea of the direction our country will go in depending on the person we choose to lead us.

Michele   February 5th, 2008 12:11 am ET

As a 40year old American woman i would like first to congratulate my home team "the NY GIANTS" for their victorious win…"SUPER GIANTS"….I was born in Portugal but came to the US at the age of 10 and have been an American citizen for 20 years, I am proud to call myself an AMERICAN, not a "Portuguese-American" not a "European-American but just an AMERICAN because that's what i am, that's how i feel, and for the first time in my life i will vote. Im from Newark, New Jersey , a real melting pot in the US, and my vote without a doubt goes to Hillary Clinton, and in November if Hillary is not in the race then i will have to vote republican.

"Miracles happen, just believe…………………..

GO GIANTS !!!!

GO HILLARY!!!!

Christina   February 5th, 2008 12:07 am ET

I think it should be uniform across all 50 states that:

1-All cities, states, counties, etc. will use optical scanning voting. Not even a monkey could mess that up. Also, there would only be primaries only and voting would be simple for everyone including the elderly and/or disable.

2-No ballots will or can be mailed in a week prior to the actual election date. Any ballots that are submitted ahead of time are returned to sender! This eliminates ignorant voters from voting to soon and voting for someone because of name recognition.

3-You declare what party you want to be placed in and can only vote for that candidate or primary. In other words, if your card says Dem. you can only vote in the Dem primary and so forth. This eliminates those not of a particular party from voting in the other party's primary just because their primary is over. Indep. would be allowed to vote in the general election for the candidate of his/her choice.

4-No winner take all crap. Split the delegates according to votes obtained.

5-No electoral college crap. The winner is the person SELECTED by the people.

And what are you people talking about? The article is about a most unusal and very interesting political season – on both sides – and all you folks can do is argue who is the best among Hillary and Obama? Please give it a rest. They aren't all that much different, except they are criminals and morally challenged people and he is not.. Get over yourselves......

plain jane   February 5th, 2008 12:05 am ET

NICE COMPILMENT FOR OBAMA, WOLFE.

THE MEDIA IS FOR OBAMA. THEY WILL BUILD HIM UP AND THEN START TO TEAR HIM DOWN. THEY ARE FAILING THE VOTERS BY NOT DOING FACT FINDING. CHRIS MATTHEWS ON JAY LENO MADE ME SICK. I GUESS HE WANTS TO THE THE WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENT.

OBAMA HAS REALLY CHANGED HIS STYLE ONCE HE GOT THE BACKING OF OTHER POLITICANS. THE IRONY IS TWO FOLD

1, HE IS CAMPAINGING AGAINST THE BURACRACY IN
WASHINGTON..WHICH IS THE SAME BURACRATES SUPPORTING HIM

2. HE IS NOW A PUPPET TO THEM. SOLD OUT BEFORE DAY ONE.

HOW CAN HE SAY HE WILL BRING CHANGE WHEN HE WILL NOT HAVE THE REPUBLICAN PARTY ON AUTOPILOT FOR HIM.

iF HE THINKS HE WILL BE READY AND RIGHT ON DAY ONE, HE NEEDS TO REALIZE THAT IS BUSH'S DOWNFALL. A PRESIDENT IS NOT A ONE-MAN SHOW.

IT IS SAD THAT THE NEWS CORRESPONDENTS ARE SO BORED AND ARE FALLING FOR THE oBAMA EXCITEMENT AND FAILING TO BE BIAS.

GUESS IF IT'S AGAINST ANYONE BUT OBAMA, IT'S OK.

THE GOOD OLD BOYS CLUB ARE REALLY SHOWING US, AREN'T THEY.

I SAW NO MENTION OF CLINTON OR MCCAIN. INTERESTING!!!!

.

micheal   February 5th, 2008 12:02 am ET

obama please ride on..you get my vote

Matt   February 5th, 2008 12:01 am ET

Sheesh, I hope Obama wins the nomination. He is the only person other than Ron Paul on either ticket that I see who is not the same old, dredged up Washington insider schlock we keep voting for again and again. Hillary?! Are you people serious? Might as well see if there is another Bush family member who wants to run. If we get her, here we go again with 4 or 8 more years of the same old business as usual. Crimeny, are we that dumb? Maybe. Huckabee? No way. Paul? Too much of a Tin Foil Hat quotient to be a legit contender, even though you have to admire the balls to take unpopular positions and say it how it is. McCain? As bad as Hillary, again, the old same insider career politician crapola for 4 more years. Romney? Eh, maybe, at least he has private sector business experience, and maybe for once understands that the US must not run continually at a deficit.

Wow. We are screwed. At the very least, we need the LEAST insider quotient possible, which leaves us with Paul or Obama, I guess, and of those two, Obama is about the only real choice.

This from a lifelong Republican, by the way...

Right on Day1   February 4th, 2008 11:58 pm ET

Clinton took in $823,087 from registered lobbyists and members of their firms in 2007. Plus lobbyists "bundle" donations for her from other sources. She gets double what McCain gets.

Obama $0.

source Bloomberg

Nate   February 4th, 2008 10:59 pm ET

Anyone who thinks the USA is a Democracy just look at the 2000 elections, the corporate lobbyists in Washingtion, the Media bias in their coverage, and the multi million/billionaires who run the government and control the population. They don't want Ron Paul to pick up momentuem and votes because he'll expose the corruption and get rid of the corporate lobbyists looking for government hand outs. He'll stop the war that helps the rich corporations. He'll cut spending and cut the IRS and Federal Reserve. The Media is controlled by corporations and they promote fear mongering and controlling the population.

Wake up and vote to save America. Vote for Ron Paul!!!

Corona   February 4th, 2008 10:55 pm ET

Why do you suppose EVERYONE, republicans, democrats, the media, Obama, Washington insiders on BOTH sides of the isle, are all taking swipes as Hillary? Are they all afraid Hillary will actually bring much needed changes in Washington and bring a representative for us, the people to the table? CNN is so busy saying Obama over and over and over again, and showing Oboma's "change" sign and bombarding us with how well Obama is doing, according to them, they seem to forget they are there to report the NEWS. You keep belaboring how badly the pundents predict how "we the people" will actually vote. How about you stop trying to tell us how to vote – report the news.

Jon   February 4th, 2008 10:50 pm ET

The presidential preference straw poll had Dr. Paul finishing third with 19%, two-points behind John McCain. But in the only measure that counts, delegates won, Dr. Paul beat McCain and came in a firm second–and very close to first-place finisher Mitt Romney.

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA – While most reports about this past weekend’s Maine Caucus focused on the purely symbolic presidential preference poll, in the meaningful race to secure delegates to the state convention Ron Paul is primed to finish second with likely 35 percent of the total delegates.

Delegates to the Republican National Convention in Minneapolis are elected by the state delegates. Internal results from 10 of 16 counties, including the largest cities of Portland, South Portland, Lewiston, Auburn, Augusta, Waterville, Bangor, and Brewer, show Ron Paul picking up 215 of 608 State Convention delegates so far reported, or 35%.

“Ron Paul’s strong second place finish in Maine, in which he beat John McCain, is proof that this race is far from over,” said Ron Paul campaign manager Lew Moore. “We’ll continue to battle for every delegate in this wide-open race for the Republican nomination.”

In the presidential preference poll, with 70 percent reporting, Ron Paul is in third place just two percentage points behind John McCain. However, the Maine preference poll is purely a beauty contest, and in the actual election of state delegates the so-called “frontrunner” McCain is far behind Ron Paul.

sad reality   February 4th, 2008 10:49 pm ET

CNN still making thinks up for rating, polling 500 democrates has it at dead heat.
read the fine print,
All to continue false momentum for Obama, sad.

Marla   February 4th, 2008 10:47 pm ET

I don't understand the moderation thing. Can someone explain why it takes so long to review a six sentence comment? Is it because it is criticizing CNN for being
biased towards Hillary and promoting Obama the day before a major primary? The time when most undecided folks make up their minds.

Ag   February 4th, 2008 10:44 pm ET

It is very unprofessional out of Wolf Blitzer and the other biased CNN crew at all the negativity that they have tried to create against Mrs.Hillary Clinton who is by far the most qualified candidate for President. Wolf and the gang at CNN have attempted to make Barack Obama out to be some kind of God. It is ridiculous! Shame on you guys for not being neutral! GO HILLARY 2008!!!!!!!!

Dem08   February 4th, 2008 10:42 pm ET

The Hillary town hall was amazing. This is the canidate that can and will produce change for America. People really should view this before making their decision. Straight talk about the problems we face and real solutions.

Good Luck Hillary.

Allison   February 4th, 2008 10:39 pm ET

Wolf wanted to let you in on a little secret Jack Nicholson endorsed Hillary Clinton today.

cheryl Arizona   February 4th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

fox news showed Hillary's town hall meeting tonight on live video. Goes to show they are not bias. Thanks Fox news.

Waytogo   February 4th, 2008 10:35 pm ET

Why do you need Oprah, CNN or Kennedys make decision for you? Make up your mind and do what is best for you and your family. Every one wants a changes from Bush. But what is the changes Obama said he would bing? None except for change.

Ed K.   February 4th, 2008 10:34 pm ET

Wolf,
The big loser in this election looks like it will be CNN. What are you guys doing? Let Obama run his own race. The sad thing about all the Clinton bashing is it is having an affect. Wolf, do you really want to be a part of a network that is compared to Fox News? Please just report the facts.

Chuck   February 4th, 2008 10:22 pm ET

I think we all agree that CNN has already picked Obama as their candidate for change and they are doing everything they can to make sure that Obama wins the primary. When did our News become so biased? I will vote for the best candidate based on what I know of each. It is too bad that CNN and the MSM won't ask the hard questions of Obama.

Alice in Florida   February 4th, 2008 10:18 pm ET

Omigosh! All these pro-Hillary comments!!!!!!!!!!!! CNN, have you FINALLY hired an unbiased commentator??????????????

KUDOS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's ABOUT TIME!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I was starting to think you were all women-haters..........!

Patricia   February 4th, 2008 10:13 pm ET

If Obama wins the nomination I am voting Republican.

Farrell, Houston, Tx   February 4th, 2008 10:06 pm ET

McCain is too old people and even old people say he's too old, I'm one of them. He's a grumpy old man and even I don't like old men, especially grumpy ones. Maybe that's why Cindy fell apart.

Michael- NYC   February 4th, 2008 10:04 pm ET

of course.

CNN is not covering Hillary's "Town Hall Meeting"

CNN only airs negative Hillary headlines.

What a remarkable event!!!!

NYC LOVES HILLARY!!

lalalalala   February 4th, 2008 10:04 pm ET

all you people should give a woman a chance to run as presidnt not that dude obama because like what kind of experience has he had nothing noda zip zipo so remeber to please vote for Hillary who cares about the country

Mike from Maine   February 4th, 2008 10:03 pm ET

The problem with all of us at times, is that we are listening but not hearing what is being said. Listen to what is being said and you will see why it becomes slightly emotional. You have to love politics. Come on folks, the next 4 years will be crucial in repairing our Country. Look at the environment, deficit spending, health care and our borders. Exxon ALONE made somewhere in the range of, 40.6 Billion dollars in profit last year? Exxon alone! What do we talk about? Hillary getting watery eyed over the past. You must be joking.

Let’s take Barack Obama. I don’t see a post or blog on this page concerning the millions of Americans being left behind by the health care plan he proposed at the debate the other night. What about the more than a hundred votes he missed? Clever words about the straight talk express missing wheels is not going to resolve this Country’s issues. Don’t get me wrong, Barack seems to be a great guy, but that doesn’t make you qualified for anything. Neither does being a motivational speaker. Having the ability to make people want to follow you down any road you are traveling doesn’t mean you know the road. Being a great speaker doesn’t mean you can lead a Country it merely means you’re a great Speaker! Is anyone listening to the answers? Listen to their answers before laying judgment. Not emotions, not the ability to motivate.
Plans, agenda’s and solutions are what we should be discussing. Times running out and we ALL better start paying closer attention to what is NOT being said.

George Crawford   February 4th, 2008 9:57 pm ET

Hillary Clinton can take a hike. She bought her senate seat and now she's pulling every trick in the book to get the Dem nomination. She is as big a crook as her husband and I will not hesitate to vote REPUBLICAN if she gets the nomination.

But the tide is turning against her as Obama has closed the gap. I project an Obama nomination. In all my years of voting in these elections, I can not recall any candidate that filled me with enthousiasm UNTIL Obama hit the scene.

Go Obama...Cream Hillary! Make her cry again...for real this time!

nana   February 4th, 2008 9:56 pm ET

I think Hilary clinton should win because she has more experience than Obama .

Lovely   February 4th, 2008 9:54 pm ET

Phil,

Obviously during you have not been watching television

j.r.   February 4th, 2008 9:54 pm ET

Hillary vs. McCain = Hillary

Obama vx. McCain = McCain

GO HILLARY

Gael   February 4th, 2008 9:53 pm ET

I've never heard such whining as from the Hillary Clinton supporters. I'm for Obama, but would enthusiastically support Hillary if she wins fair and square. But how you can criticize CNN for giving Obama too much and too favorable coverage, do you watch any of the other cable news channels? C-Span? Hillary had practically been sworn in a couple of months ago, according to these same news channels. They interviewed Hillary and Bill, not Obama. He has spent very little time talking to the pundits; maybe as he's surged in the polls, the talking heads have become more interested in him. But if you listen, all the speculation is how Hillary will do against McCain, like it's obvious that she's going to win.

It's high time the pundits starting giving this man credit. He not only started out running against 7 other excellent candidates, including Hillary, but now he's running against Hillary and Bill Clinton, best known for their formidable campaign "machine." And notice how many Hillary events are covered versus Obama events. And neither of them get close to the coverage John McCain is getting.

So suck it up and get over it. Hillary is and has been the front runner, substantially ahead in many states, according to polls, and she's the pre-ordained Democratic nominee. All the press coverage has been about her.

Don't begrudge Obama his share now that he's turned out to be a strong competitor. And, by the way, if you don't think they ask Obama tough questions, then you aren't listening. They ask him the same questions as they ask Hillary. He answers the questions directly and openly, with appropriate detail. Open your ears and start listening.

Geri   February 4th, 2008 9:51 pm ET

This CNN bias is getting out of hand! An interview with your "fair haired" boy the day before Super Tuesday. You and all the CNN reporters are way out of line. Especially you and Cafferty. How can you sleep at night knowing you are doing a great injustice to several of the candidates?? This race is more about Obama & Mc Cain...there are a few other people running. I watched another channel & they were showing the recent polls and the CNN poll was the only one that had Obama out front. Strange isn't it.??? Lets bring it out that Obama wasn't in the senate when they voted on Iraq. He was in Illinois trying to get elected?? He didn't have to work, he could dso other volunteer things because his wife worked and made the money. She is very negative but you never say anything about the things she says. You and Soledad just had watering mouths when she did the interview. Get real, if Clinton loses, you can take all the credit. I'm sure this will be in moderation forever because most of mine stay there then leave abruptly.

Mike   February 4th, 2008 9:50 pm ET

Is CNN network the new FOX network for Obama. I can't believe the bias CNN shows Obama. I am not really for Hillary. I am a Independent and I don't know who I will vote for yet.

I keep seeing on my comment, your comment is awaiting moderation, in other words you will put comments on the blog as long as you agree with it . Thanks but no thanks!!

Frank Tew   February 4th, 2008 9:50 pm ET

Wolf Blitzer is the very worst moderator of political debates that I have ever seen and I have been seeing "debates" since the Kennedy-Nixon debates in 1960.

PLEASE leave him off of the debates. He was a much better war correspondent.

NYC, New Yorker, NY   February 4th, 2008 9:49 pm ET

If Obama wins nomination I will vote McCain.

D   February 4th, 2008 9:49 pm ET

I wasn't sure whom I would vote for before your media pumped up Obama (I was planning to stay out of this election). He's not the right candadate to me. I cannot accept someone who's pumped by the media machine to be my president. How could we expect someone, who couldn't deliever when he's a senator, could act differently as a president? That would be a joke. So I'll vote for Hillary. I'm not democratic, so I cannot vote in the primary. But if it’s Hillary against McCain I vote for Hillary, if it’s Obama vs. McCain then I vote for McCain. I'll defintely ask all my family and friends to go with me. You can count on that.

cheryl Arizona   February 4th, 2008 9:49 pm ET

I totally agree that the bias media against Hillary and Obama on a daily basis bringing out some rich person endorsing him proves to me that I picked the right person to vote for in Hillary Clinton. In the polls they say wealthier people are voting for Obama why do you think that is? He is good friends with Oprah. It seems Shriver didn't want to be left out of the Oprah circle so showed up to endorse Obama. Not fooled by slick speeches. I want a person that can be attacked on daily basis by media and rivals and still stand up and face the world like Hillary. This bias has made me more then ever to get Hillary elected.

dave   February 4th, 2008 9:42 pm ET

Wolf,

How come CNN doesn't even mention that Hillary is having her town hall meetings right now?

CNN being bias? No way!

charo   February 4th, 2008 9:39 pm ET

oh and for the people on this blog who mentioned Bill's infidelity to Hillary, Obama thinks he's a Kennedy, the reincarnation of a president that was one of the biggest womanizers in the oval office of all time. The guy had audio sex tapes! At least Bill didnt have his girl sing him happy birthday on tv in front of his wife and the world. So drop it already.

Chelsea, C Falls, MT   February 4th, 2008 9:39 pm ET

The uncertaintity is exciting. Even though I'll die if Mitt doesn't win, I think more people will vote if there is no clear candidate.

brian   February 4th, 2008 9:39 pm ET

Nicole said: At least the Paul supporters remain in their parents basements, expelling the virtues of their candidate over the internet, versus at the polls.
Tommorow will be eye opening for many Paul supporters, when they return to earth from Planet Paul.

Dear Nicole – We welcome you to take the red pill, just as Neo did in the Matrix. Come over to our side, hear the Message, and realize that the wool has been pulled over the sheeple's eyes for far too long by the media and the Council for Foreign Relations. Or, if you like, live in ignorant bliss by taking the blue pill. It really is much easier, but not near as rewarding.

dems   February 4th, 2008 9:37 pm ET

A couple of things:

I am happy to see more people are now engaged in politics because of Ron Paul. Many people now think they believe in something because of his politics; however, Libertarian government will not work for the United States. Yes, that is the way we started as a nation, but we were not a world with over 300 MILLION people back thdialectical I would gladly cast my vote for him if his idealistic world were real. He is far more "liberal" than the dems on foreign policy and a Ron Paul nation would be extremely vulnerable. STOP CAMPAIGNING FOR AN IDEALISM YOU DON'T TRUELY UNDERSTAND.

That said–the media not giving him attention is unjust (he did raise 6 million in one day) perhaps they too are scared of a Ron Paul nation.

NOW. Obama needs to get the nod from the dems. If Hillary is the democratic nomination we will have a terribly ugly and dividing election in 08. THAT IS NOT WHAT WE NEED. Yes, Hillary is more experienced and quick to answer very challenging questions–but the fact that half of the nation hates her for no reason will not go away. If Obama wins this race we may finally have the unity that our divided nation so badly needs. We really do need Obama right now. I love Hillary, but she is just not what we need.

Vote yes to change, Please.
Obama '08.

CNN is BIASED   February 4th, 2008 9:35 pm ET

Mr. Blitzer,
Why don't you keep you personal impression of things to your own self instead of showing us in bold letters how biased you are and how biased CNN has become in it's coverage of the presidential election! It's a shame!

ramno   February 4th, 2008 9:33 pm ET

wolf

I had lot of respect for you before couple of months .But after seeing you making CNN as O(bama)NN I just lost all the respect and I am not even watching cnn form the last few days..You can report sensations news but don't just try to run Obama's campaign. You can hate Hillary but you are news media supposed to report news as it is not your interpretations.

Phili   February 4th, 2008 9:33 pm ET

It's very funny to hear Hillary supporters claiming Obama's nomination would mean Republican victory. All the polls that I have seen so far indicate Obama having a greater margin of lead over any of the Republican contenders. That mainly is because Hillary is perceived as a polarizing figure and does not attract many independents as Obama would. As to the media coverage, I was actually getting sick and tired of seeing Bill Clinton so often as if he is running for precidency while the other spouses were getting no coverage. If anything, Hillary's campaign had better coverage and enormous institutional and network advantage. Now that her seemingly inevitable nomination is seriously challenged by a compelling alternative, her supporters are crying foul.

Mike   February 4th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

Is CNN network the new FOX network for Obama. I can't believe the bias CNN shows Obama. I am not really for Hillary. I am a Independent and I don't know who I will vote for yet.

Vincent   February 4th, 2008 9:30 pm ET

Obama '08! Hilary cannot beat McCain! Obama can!

Nick   February 4th, 2008 9:30 pm ET

Don't give up on Ron – this message to all posting their comments here. "Ron Paul’s strong second place finish in Maine, in which he beat John McCain, is proof that this race is far from over,” said Ron Paul campaign manager Lew Moore. “We’ll continue to battle for every delegate in this wide-open race for the Republican nomination.”

In the presidential preference poll, with 70 percent reporting, Ron Paul is in third place just two percentage points behind John McCain. However, the Maine preference poll is purely a beauty contest, and in the actual election of state delegates the so-called “frontrunner” McCain is far behind Ron Paul.

against the whiners   February 4th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

I've been viewing these comments a bit for a couple of weeks. It's amazing, the only people I ever see whining consistently and in numbers are Clinton supporters. And they are out in full force tonight. Surprisingly full force. Almost like they're nervous.

As an independent, I'm not swayed by this whininess, but it is annoying. And off-putting.

Phil   February 4th, 2008 9:21 pm ET

I have become totally disillusioned with CNN. If I post something pro-Hillary and critical of Obama it never gets in. Surprisingly the same post gets in at Fox News without any problem.
Here’s the bottom line CNN I will make it easy on you.. No one has ever polled me but if it’s Hillary against McCain I vote for Hillary, if it’s Obama vs. McCain then I vote for McCain. No One will know this because you won’t post it.

Joe   February 4th, 2008 9:20 pm ET

I am a man and I live in Canada. That proves that I am unbiased and my opinion is worth more than your opinion. Hillary is by far the best candidate. It doesn't matter that she she is a divider; fighting is good. I especially like how she constantly speaks slowly and say 'you know' so that she can buy time to calculate what she is going to say next. And most importantly- as she always says- she has 34 years of experience being president already so eight more won't hurt.

tess   February 4th, 2008 9:19 pm ET

my theory is you big networks owned by big business want obama to win. the enemy of my enemy (hillary) is my friend. your owners know that if hillary wins , party is over. she'll make real changes for ordinary people at your expense. you know obama will be butchered by your owners once he wins the dems. to install another repub. hillary has the record of beating the repubs. she can take the punches and end on top. you're treating obama as a sweet lamb right now to be butchered later, so to speak. god help him if he ends up as our nominee.

Philip   February 4th, 2008 9:18 pm ET

Where's John Edwards when you need him? He had the percentage points to work with Hillary to overcome Obama.

jill   February 4th, 2008 9:17 pm ET

GO HILLARY! She's an excellent Senator and excellent official. Right now she's giving an outstanding, detailed account of how she will lead this country.

COLLECTIVE WILL   February 4th, 2008 9:16 pm ET

Lou Dobbs rivals hannibal lecter genius

stan pitts pa   February 4th, 2008 9:13 pm ET

no more dynasties, no more bush-clinton-bush dynasties, no more dynasties lets take our country back!

Sue   February 4th, 2008 9:13 pm ET

CNN's media bias against Hillary Clinton has inspired me and others like me to vote for her and work for her compaign.

CNN = ALL OBAMA ALL THE TIME

JAMES   February 4th, 2008 9:13 pm ET

YOUNG PEOPLE – CHECK OUT YOUR HISTORY – CLINTON REVERSED ONE RECESSION AND WILL REVERSE THIS ONE WE NEED HRC NOW OUR COUNTRY NEEDS THIS ASAP NOT AFTER OBAMA LEARNS THE ROPES – A POWERFUL WOMAN IS MENTALLY STRONGER AND SMARTER THAN A MAN IS – THAT'S A FACT AND I'M NOT A WOMAN
HILLARY FOR PRESIDENT

Miss Wendy, PA   February 4th, 2008 9:12 pm ET

To Blackhouse:

In case no one informed you Reverse-Racism is JUST as bad as Racism.....and apparently you also do not know that sexism has existed since the beginning of time.....long before slavery. Your choice should not be based on Obama being Black or on Hillary being a woman. Would you still vote Obama if he was a white guy spewing factless information? Playing "uh duhhhh" about his questionable history? Haven't we had enough of that in the past 8 years???

Better a candidate that has MADE mistakes BECAUSE she HAS the experience to have made them. Speeches and hype make up elections....but when a President is elected, all the speeches are done, all the hype has gone, you're left with logical decisions and other World Leaders to contend with. I personally do not think that the Arab world will take kindly to a man who in their eyes is a TRAITOR to the Muslim World by leading the most HATED nation in their eyes. His speeches and smiles will not get him far either with our enemies nor with our allies.

People hate Hillary because they FEAR Hillary. Whether you LIKE the Clinton name or not, it is a KNOWN name across the world and THAT is what nations respond to.....whether it's "right" or not. If we were in happy kumbaya land where everything was wonderful than Obama would be great, but i'd prefer a candidate that can take a hit and KEEP GOING.

Hillary 2008

frustratedatcnn   February 4th, 2008 9:11 pm ET

I AM GLAD TO SEE I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE THAT NOTICED THAT CNN HAS ENDORSED OBAMA. OBAMA GOT LARGE SOUND BITES OF SPEECHES ALL DAY YESTERDAY, CLINTON GOT A FEW SECONDS. OBAMA GOT HOURS OF FREE TELEVISION ADVERTISEMENT THAT WENT OUT TO THE WHOLE WORLD. FOR WEEKS, EVERTHING ABOUT OBAMA HAS BEEN POSITIVE AND EVERTHING ABOUT CLINTON HAS BEEN NEGATIVE. CNN IS NOT UNBIASED MEDIA. I STOPPED WATCHING CNN AND NOW I WATCH FOX. THE SEEM TO BE MORE UNBIASED.

W. Jones   February 4th, 2008 9:11 pm ET

I guess america is just not ready for a woman President, the media can't get past being intimidated by the thought.

freddy   February 4th, 2008 9:09 pm ET

Super Tuesday will decide the Republican nominee and the next president of the U.S. – senator John McCain. Mark my words: John McCain is the next president of the U.S., no matter who he'll be running against, CLinton or Obama, but more likely Obama.

JOE   February 4th, 2008 9:06 pm ET

Clinton fixed us once after the 1st Bush made a mess of things and owed Japan our souls. Now Bush No. 2 comes along and we owe it all to China now. It took a Clinton to fix us in the last recession, and it will take a Clinton to fix this one. Young voters don't rememebr the last recession, that's why Obama goes after them. Insurance companies want Obama to win because they know they can run him over. They won't do this to Clinton. GO HILLARRY

Cliff Homesley   February 4th, 2008 9:04 pm ET

CNN at one time was a respected news organization. Now they pander for Obama clearly as part of a larger machine that hopes Obama will win the nomination and pave the way for a GOP victory in the fall. No question about it.

Coby   February 4th, 2008 9:03 pm ET

You pitiful cynics. Maybe the reason Obama is getting so much positive coverage is because he's a positive person especially compared to Clinton, and thats who the american people really want. Reporters are supposed to be unbiased but if there is something going on in their hearts and minds that they cant help, who cares. Take a look and figure out why everyone is going to Obama like a magnet.

Alice in Florida   February 4th, 2008 9:02 pm ET

When Hillary wins tomorrow, Wolf and the rest of the media will have a yucky look on their faces....

They should have spit instead of swallowed Obama's stuff.....then again Wolf looks like the type who would REALLY like to swallow Obama's stuff – Wolf just kinda has that way about him, doncha think? Obvious when he gushed over his delicious meal with W – also when he showed his true colors by calling Hillary naive.............

Oh, well, who ever said the talking heads were smart? They swallow Brittany and Paris by the BUCKETLOAD

....Amazed they haven't barfed by now.......

Dixie   February 4th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

The rise of Obama is proof positive of the dumbing down of America. This man has absolutely nothing to offer a country in trouble.

I have been waiting for 8 years to celebrate the end of the Bush era Republican control but I will vote for any Republican candidate before I would vote for Obama. I have not read one valid argument for why Obama even deserves consideration. Can America really be that dumb...again?

Kris   February 4th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

CNN, why are my comments in moderation and then disappear?

Please Obama supporters. You want the truth. You're voting for speeches, not policies. That's fine if you like generalities. I vote on issues and policy. The fact is in Obama's short time he has voted present more than 100 times, pushed the wrong button 6 times, was in bed with Rezko, bought his house $300,000 under the market price during a housing boom, lied to Iowa voters about his Exelon deal, etc. Now, why don't any of you mention that?

Go ahead CNN, keep me in moderation. You love to do that.

d   February 4th, 2008 9:01 pm ET

Fire Wolf................

Thank goodness this will be over tomorrow, with a Hilliary win..

I will no longer read these blogs. CNN stinks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

R.A.R.   February 4th, 2008 8:58 pm ET

Everyone seems to think tha Obama is gonna be immune to the Republicans attack machine, but you guys really need to pay attention. I saw Pat Buchanan on another show(wont say which one) and he was saying that they were gonna be able to tear Obama apart. Now I'm sure there are actually some that honestly think this is like reverse psychology, but Pat isn't too much with the way the GOP is moving and he isn't very dumb at all. I dont agree with him on a lot of issues, but the guy knows his politics. Do you all honestly think that they don't have the dirt on Obama, thay have enough to bury all these speeches and 7 months to do it. No specifics and only words will not work on the GOP. You really do need someone who can fight against them. If you're biased already, you'll just dismiss all this and say something to the advancement of Obama and his ability to give you hope. But I have had Hope, I've had it for a long time..what the country needs is help and all the speeches and all the pretty packages won't beat the Republicans.

SP   February 4th, 2008 8:57 pm ET

Do not elect community organizer to be our President – the shortest route to Success!!!!

Ladies and Gentlemen, Ambition and rhetoric have almost won over ambition and hard work. We are a nation of first timers – first time to create capitalism, first time to give equal rights, first time to give women suffrage, first time to give land to who claims rightful ownership, first time to send a man on the moon, first time to give the right to rebel against government to citizens, and so on... these are all the DOINGS of doers, not of speech writers, not of powerful pastors, rhetorical speakers, BUT actual people who went to work at the dawn of day and toiled to make this country defeat the Soviets, defeat the idealogues of communism, and create the greatest nation on earth. We are about to loose it if we select obama as our candidate. we will have lost the can do attitude and would have given into the rhetoric of the world. Go to any third world country – everybody talks idealism. There are some great speakers but hardly any doers. We will get one of those!!!!!

fabian   February 4th, 2008 8:56 pm ET

Obama will be the LEADER the world needs....

People of the world for OBAMA!!!!

j.r.   February 4th, 2008 8:55 pm ET

I'm sure this won't be posted, I always get put in "moderation"....However, at least FOX admitts to being bias....The cable news channels have it for Obama and McCain....you did this in N.H. also, and you were wrong.....Obama took his name off the ballot in MI, then had the nerve to call my home over 23 times in a week to get me to vote uncommited....so the super delegates in my state could vote for who ever they wanted too....Hillary won, so she will get the super delegates....and if Obama wins the primary, for the first time in over 30 years, I will cross party lines and vote for McCain..If my vote wasn't good enough for him to start with it won't be good enough in Nov...Then laughing at all the voters in FL that went to the polls and voted...saying it didn't matter, there were no delegates to be had....Hope the 1/2 million people that voted for him will remember he laughed at them if he's on the ballot in Nov..I am personally sick of the news media telling me who I'm voting for, can't wait too see all your faces when Hillary wins tomorrow...it was great when she won N.H. just to see the sick look on all your faces....

COLLECTIVE WILL   February 4th, 2008 8:55 pm ET

wow EXECELLENT debates and very entertaining

gershon   February 4th, 2008 8:54 pm ET

I'm a Hillary supporter and a regular watcher of the Situation Room. I don't believe the coverage is biased at all. Right now, Senator Obama and his campaign are making news with their high-profile endorsements and high-energy rallies. We'll find out tomorrow how this translates into votes. CNN is going where the news is. That's their proper role.

As for Ron Paul and his "viability" - the man is running an internet fund-raising machine. He's figured out how to make running for president a profit-making venture. He's gaming the system and laughing all the way to the bank. The fools who send him money would do better to play their state lottery. At least the proceeds are put to some good use.

harriet feigen   February 4th, 2008 8:53 pm ET

what does this "waiting for moderation" mean? is it like waiting for godot?
or the bus? could it be something similar to the "Oscars"? or brushing your teeth with a virgin toothbrush?

would it be something akin to getting graded? or abraded?

similar to waiting for the sound of water beginning to roil down the toilet after you guys jiggle the handle?

and how come Kansas Democrat didn't have to await moderation? what was on that post NEEDED to be moderated!

lilarose   February 4th, 2008 8:52 pm ET

What I DON'T love is that there are still millions of us who can't vote for the present candidates, and surely not now for those who have already dropped out.

Only certain people who live in certain states approved by each party are allowed to vote.

So much for a democracy.

I would love to hear Wolf explain this, but he isn't interested in what commoners have to say.

chris from california   February 4th, 2008 8:52 pm ET

I have been making calls for the Obama campaign in California. His site is so overwhelmed that the servers are jammed.

yns   February 4th, 2008 8:48 pm ET

As far as the media choosing favorites, they do! I hope the intelligent people of this country realize that and make up their own minds on what the candidates say. I am. I am looking for substance and for details – not inspiration. I am looking for solutions and proactive ideas – not inspiration. Right now, Hillary seems to be the one who has the substance! Go Hillary Go!

Marla   February 4th, 2008 8:47 pm ET

CNN you should be ashamed. You are all star struck! Obama is a fine man I am sure, but not ready to be the President of the United States. You have not scrutinzed his record or his history to the degree that you have scrutinized Hillary, much less
called him on the carpet for his "half-baked" answers to anyone's detailed questioning. I used to be a seven-day a week viewer...I think I need to take my
business elsewhere.

Rose   February 4th, 2008 8:45 pm ET

I look forward as well to Hillary wiping out the competition. I can't wait to hear the spin. This is a second post to the same question CNN. Could you give me a break?

Heidi   February 4th, 2008 8:45 pm ET

Obama is a cheap facade of a candidate. He is all talking points and NO substance.
1. It is no problem to find people that will say that they hung out with him and smoked pot when he was a young man. If you think the republicans will let his drug use just go by the wayside you are as high as Obama was when he was smoking all that weed.
2. Obama has made deals to better himself. If he made one deal, he made others and they are going to be found and exploited. If you think the swiftboat debaucle was bad, you ahven't seen anything yet. He will not be able to say "Oh this is a race issue, why are you going after the poor black guy?" No one will care. The gloves will be off. His opponents will have no problem with exploiting confusion about his religion or the color of his skin either.
3. Hillary Clinton has survived Karl Rove's attack dogs. It doesn't get any worse than that. There is a reason that they say she is covered with teflon. She is bullet-proof. If there had been anything that she could be busted with, she would have been busted already.
4. Believe it or not, Hillary Clinton has been in politics and been dealing with social issues much much longer than Obama. Cinton was a high powered lawyer while Obama was still getting B's in high school. I am not looking at her transcript, but I doubt very much if she ever received a B in her life. How did Obama get into Harvard with a B average earned in his fancy private hawaiian high school? Perhaps it has something to do with the fact that his father is a Harvard man as well.
Serving up the status quo would be yet another man of privilige in the white house. I want to see what a brilliant woman can do with this horrible mess left to her.

Ella   February 4th, 2008 8:45 pm ET

Good,
the less mentioned about that Clinton woman the better.

Kim Lockwood   February 4th, 2008 8:44 pm ET

I am troubled by this repeated reference to Senator Clinton's 35 years of experience. Senator Clinton spent 15+ years of that experience working at a prestigious law firm representing corporate clients. Now, I do not have anything against being a corporate lawyer. This is especially true since I spent a stint doing the same thing myself. What I do object to is the suggestion that those 15+ years constitute experience getting real change for people. This is not accurate.

While you can do some pro bono (and Senator Clinton did) working as a corporate lawyer, your fundamental duty is to your paying clients (those corporations). The role you play as a corporate lawyer is to keep things as stable as possible for your clients. You are neither seeking change, nor working for it.
There is nothing wrong with practicing as a corporate lawyer, but such practice should not be sold as bringing change to Americans.

Food for thought.

Garry   February 4th, 2008 8:41 pm ET

Lets get it straight, The republicans want to run against Obama becasue they know that they can beat him. He is untested, and the repulican machine will tear him apart. You think that Bill Clinton has been nasty just wait if the republicans get a chance. He won't be able to use his race as a crutch or cry foul like he has with Hillary. Speeches with HOPE AND DREAMS and no substance will not work. He will have to have actual plans on how he could lead the country. Remember it takes positive plans to win votes in a actual elections and thats what Hillary has. She has been attacked before and came out on top. Last but not least I heard Obamas wife say today that she didn't know if she could support Hillary if she won the nomination, well its been said that Obamas related to chenny and agreed with bushs ideas once he got into the senate(fact check his record) so I can see where she would try to split the democrates and vote for Mccain. If your husband can't win(God help us if he does) ruin it for the rest of us who need help and a voice in the white house.

Alice in Florida   February 4th, 2008 8:41 pm ET

DD – Wolf is so easily impressed by idiots – do you remember how impressed he was with himself because he had a meal with BUSH?????????????

Wolf just doesn't care for women, I think

I think Wolf swallows

Not that I care, except when it's hypocrital, as in certain Republican circles........

RP   February 4th, 2008 8:40 pm ET

Experience Counts!!!!!!!!! Democract for McCain!!!!

If HRC looses the Democratic nomination, Mr McCain should win to be the President of United States of America. As an immigrant, I have always loved this country, and all its ideals. I don't believe that Barack Obama walks the walk as he talks the talk. You may argue that he does, but I have no proof. What I need to see is a candidate who has acted as s/he has said, and the Clintons are the only ones who acted as they have said. Mrs Clinton has taken up causes of children, women, education, healthcare, etc. Obama may be a great speaker and he has inspired me before. But when it comes to hard work, beating the opposition to achieve the common man's good, the only person to not WATER IT DOWN to achieve mediocrity is HRC. We know what HRC faces because of Bill's personal issues. How many men have not looked at other women? Is that the only criteria to reject his wife, a mother, and a competent Senator? Obama has to PROVE HIS STONES before he can be nominated. The only people that are going to work against this country to nominate this novice to the highest post in this country because of his high flying rhetoric are the Kennedys. Thank God for the Kennedys that they have lot of martrys in the family but I dont want this country to be martryed. We need to be winners. If Obama wins, and his presidency turns out to be like Jimmy Carters or even worse, then we will not need the pundits or CNN to declare this 21st century to be devoid of America. Thanks to the Kennedys!!!!!

JohnS   February 4th, 2008 8:40 pm ET

Hillary should NOT even be on the short list for OBAMA. Indeed, there are other BETTER candidates out there: Edwards, Biden, Richardson… with stronger MORAL virtues. Hillary knows this; so she cannot but keep CRYING—BIG SISSY!!!

The Brits and other nations that have had women politicians are probably laughing at our CRY BABY!!! I really do not care how people try to explain this away. For someone with such a great experience, this is truely shameful!!!

Shun   February 4th, 2008 8:38 pm ET

If CNN is powerful enough to influence how people vote....

Hilary must not be a "cool" as some people claim.

Why do Hilary Fans think Americans are stupid?

Cris   February 4th, 2008 8:35 pm ET

Jack Nicholson endorsed Hillary Clinton for president where is the buzz on that CNN???

Go Hillary 08

Brenda   February 4th, 2008 8:35 pm ET

Gee, no mention of Hillary in this entire article. Your bias is clear Wolf. Based on you interrogration of Hillary at the debate all I have to say is there used to be fair reporting but that has gone out the window. It is all about Obama. Shame on you. I used to think you had integrity.

yns   February 4th, 2008 8:35 pm ET

I sure do hope this primary election is not decided on Tuesday, Feb. 5. I live in OHIO and I want my vote to count. I cannot vote until March 4. Why is that? Should we not all be able to vote on the same day? It is this way during all the national elections and by the time I get to vote, half the prospects have dropped out! Something needs to be changed!

john   February 4th, 2008 8:34 pm ET

OBAMA WAS RIGHT FROM THE START

OBAMA 'O8!!!

dick in WI.   February 4th, 2008 8:33 pm ET

hey Wolf when are you and your network going to come clean and tell the Amreican public that all the questions on the Democratic debate from politico.com were predetermined and that WE THE PEOPLE really could not ask the questions we wanted to ask? I still don't know if these canidates will uphold the constitution and all of its ammendments; specificly where do they stand on the second ammendment?

Lance   February 4th, 2008 8:33 pm ET

All I can say is that I hope McCain picks a young and competent VP. He will be 80 if he serves 2 terms. But then again, it doesn't matter. He has been too close to Bush with the war. And for that he will never be elected. 65-percent of America thinks the war in Iraq has not been worth the cost. And some of you on here obviously don't understand that Hillary and Obama are almost the same on all the issues. The only difference other than experience is that one of them is a good motivational speaker.

Karen In Rural SW Tenn   February 4th, 2008 8:32 pm ET

My family is in such an upheaval over this election. And it’s a primary! The husband will vote for Hillary. His sister in CA will vote for Obama. My husband is actually mad about that. My daughter says she wants to vote for Obama as well. (She’s an almost 20 year old in college.) I personally am on the fence. I like Hillary and Obama. Do I hold it against Hillary that her husband couldn’t keep his mouth shut? Do I hold it against Obama that even though he may not agree with his pastor/mentor who he thinks highly of does indeed support someone that scares me? This whole thing doesn’t even factor in my highly Republican side of the family. One of my brothers (they all live in Central FL) is a Colonial in the Army. He is such a staunch Republican that he doesn’t know what to think of his liberal sister.
Just to help you understand me, I’m a 40 year old stay at home Mom. I work part-time for my husband’s business. My daughter is working on a double major in Spanish and Journalism. My husband’s sister is also a stay at home Mom.
Tomorrow, when I walk into my polling location, I truly have no idea who I’m going to cast my vote for. Not a clue! I know that I WILL vote. But, I’m undecided until the last minute. Is there anyone else out there like me?

Deni   February 4th, 2008 8:30 pm ET

Wolf do I need to use your name or is it just that I'm a woman but I've never made it through the moderation stage. Here's what I wrote that is still being moderated.

After making phone calls all day in CA as a volunteer for Hillary I just have to laugh at how slanted CNN is. C'mon guys have a V-8 and straighten yourselves out the poll propaganda is just that. Out of the 500 calls I made today only 2 said they were voting for Obama 5 were undecided over 100 hung up or were Republicans 25 couldn't vote 80 were answering machines and the rest said GO HILLARY and many of those calls said they had at least 2 in the household with same response. So CNN keep up those polls you must be taking in the bathrooms because they need to get flushed.

Lee   February 4th, 2008 8:30 pm ET

Young liberal – I can tell you what will happen – she will "kick his tail all the way to the gates of hell" (as McCain so clearly put it). She will eat him up and spit him out. As a "young liberal" if you have never been up against a strong woman – I hope one day you do face it – you will not have to ask that question ever again.
Women have been held down for too long and this is a strong one that can lead the country – for all people right now. She has already been through the fire and just like a female bear fighting to protect her cub she is fighting for us. And – she will chew those republicans up and spit them out – mouthful after mouthful.

Obama can take over when she is through and he is more seasoned to fight the battles of grown ups.

Paul   February 4th, 2008 8:27 pm ET

I'd like to think that Obama's campaignn has skillfully manipulated the press to get all of the free coverage over the past few days. There's some of that going on for sure, but much of the favorable and excessive free coverage he has received is due to CNN fawning over the candidate and treating Hillary as if she's just yesterday's news.
Hillary is running an impressive, historic and valiant campaign, too. She's a terrific candidate with the backbone and experience we need to get things done in this country. Go Hillary!!!!

Scott Larsen   February 4th, 2008 8:27 pm ET

I love your coverage, Wolf Blitzer and CNN, of this primary and caucus campaign season. Keep up the good work.

Could you and others at CNN remember that there are over 6 million Americans living overseas – approximately the size of Washington State – who will have the opportunity to vote in the Democratic Global Primary? Our voting begins Tues., Feb. 5 and goes until Feb. 12.

Thanks, Wolf, and CNN.

Scott,
American/Democrat living abroad
Vancouver, BC

Charlotte   February 4th, 2008 8:26 pm ET

I can't say I blame Ophama for rallys, rather then town hall meetings. He doesn't fair well in that arena. At a rally you prepare a speech, give it and thats it. He does not think quick on his feet. Come to think of it, has he ever had a town hall meeting? All I ever seen or heard about are rallys. Reminds me of high school, they have them to get the student body hyped up for the game. Hummm? No questions, thus no wrong answers. When your only forte is speaking, it is the best forum

eri   February 4th, 2008 8:26 pm ET

Vote Hillary if you want REAL change from the current situation in the US!

Jon   February 4th, 2008 8:26 pm ET

Wolf, I will not forget this biased coverage of this race. You guys at cnn are cheer leaders for Obama. We need real unbiased coverage of this election. You are hurting the American people by what you are doing. Could you just stick to reporting the facts rather than editorializing please?

Your biased coverage is motivating Hillary's base. You are vastly underestimating her support.

I cant wait until Hillary destroys Obama tomorrow. I cant wait to see your faces.

Deni   February 4th, 2008 8:25 pm ET

After making phone calls all day in CA as a volunteer for Hillary I just have to laugh at how slanted CNN is. C'mon guys have a V-8 and straighten yourselves out the poll propaganda is just that. Out of the 500 calls I made today only 2 said they were voting for Obama 5 were undecided over 100 hung up or were Republicans 25 couldn't vote 80 were answering machines and the rest said GO HILLARY and many of those calls said they had at least 2 in the household with same response. So CNN keep up those polls you must be taking in the bathrooms because they need to get flushed.

crocodile tears   February 4th, 2008 8:23 pm ET

no one really gives a sound reason for voting for clinton, why do you believe in this woman who could not get elected senator in her home state? do you not understand why she sat by her husband as he had sexual relations with other women? you are the spineless citizens that expect someone who sat next to a president to have any type of role in the presidency besides dressing the whitehouse in linens...and who sends out her husband to campaign dirtily for her....is this who our leader is supposed to be? mandating healthcare? who are you kidding?...all the phony tears for your sympathy?

OBAMA '08

Suzanne Shaw   February 4th, 2008 8:23 pm ET

During the intro 4 years ago for John Kerry at the Democratic Convention as I listened to Barack Obama, I like so many others felt blown away by his eloquence and charisma. He"s a great orator & compelling personality but his constant refrain that there is "only the United States of America" and no blue or red states just sounds so simplistic and idealistic to the point of being unrealistic. No one can deny there are long held differing views between Democrats and Republicans throughout our country esp. with the issues of the economy and taxes, immigration and national security, etc. which continue to be divisive. It is more real to acknowledge that the wide divide of opinion between the parties does in fact reflect prevailing sentiment to be largely found thoughout the entire United States of America. Just how does Obama intend to Change this fact? Obama also says he will address or change the underlying problem that brought the war? Just how IS he going to stop the the "underlying" Holy Jihad problem?

Dave R   February 4th, 2008 8:23 pm ET

We do have some serious issues. . difficult issues. . .to deal with in the next presidency. One of the serious issues I no longer hear about is how the next president will deal with Social Security. Have I just missed it, or is not being discussed any longer?

United   February 4th, 2008 8:23 pm ET

It is so interesting that a few weeks ago the CNN was labeled as Clinton News Network. Now, everyone is whining about Hillary not having her fair chance. Come on people... If you see something you don't like (facts that CNN is reporting) you scream bias.
CNN is far the best reporting in the mainstream media. Go to Fox, or others, or just use the red button on the remote...
The sad thing, I believe, that American voters like to see America as a world leader but when someone comes to unite and consider different approach to the rest of the world than bullying, he then becomes too week. This mentality lead us to Iraq and other potential dangerous situations around the world. We need to win back the world's respect with respecting them and have a leader who unite us with that. Get off of your pick up truck and leave your gun for the law enforcement, and get out to vote for Obama.

McCAIN's 4 Gay Marrige   February 4th, 2008 8:21 pm ET

McCains support of Gay Marriage MEANS HE IS SCARY

PEOPLE ARE JUST FINDING OUT ABOUT THE REAL MCCAIN

Jazz   February 4th, 2008 8:21 pm ET

If he does not support the war, why did he vote to fund it? Who gives money to

causes they do not support? Obama has the advantage of 20-20 hindsight.

Who wouldn't make the right call in hindsight? The republican machine has been

prepared for either democractic candidate from day one and you know it. The

DNC and the media will not be able to tie their hands for Obama. The Clintons

have a record of beating them and you know it. THINK about it!

Vote Hillary ? Yes I did! You can too!

Teresa   February 4th, 2008 8:20 pm ET

All you Obama supporters better switch gears and get behind Hillary , She is the one that will know what to do on the first day . Those Kennedy women are influenced by OPrah. If it wasn't for her begging for support they would not be there. Incidentally , I don't watch her show any more.

tonia   February 4th, 2008 8:20 pm ET

I agree with Joe.
If unexperienced Obama wins primary many democrats either stay home for general election as I am going do or even vote republican

NN   February 4th, 2008 8:20 pm ET

CNN HAS ALWAYS BEEN BIAS TOWARDS OBAMA . THATS A FACT BECAUSE I'M A FREQUENT WATCHER. SHAME ON YOU CNN.

HILLARY 08

Mike   February 4th, 2008 8:20 pm ET

Is CNN network the new FOX network for Obama.

Charlie, Texas   February 4th, 2008 8:19 pm ET

I AM TIRED OF HEARING ABOUT OBAMA!! why does cnn continue to put down Clinton? I didn't hear any of you people complaining when the country was doing so well in the 90's... You guys act as if we are putting another BUSH in office... which i think Obama would be more of a bush than an helpful change. He talks good and aviods questions. I am voting for hillary just which Texas had its say tomorrow instead of later!! GOOOOOO Hillary!

Sally   February 4th, 2008 8:18 pm ET

Ron Paul or Mike Huckabee 08

Young Liberal   February 4th, 2008 8:13 pm ET

If Clinton wins the nomination I can't wait to see what happens when she tries to pull her "experience" card against McCain!

Obama 08

J   February 4th, 2008 8:11 pm ET

Seriously all canidates except Ron Paul and Mike Gravel sicken me. I can't understand how people believe in these fake canidates who never follow the constitution and don't have any understanding of the Illegal Federal Reserve and IRS. When will people wake up? Watch "Freedom to Fascism" on google. This movie is a must watch for every American Alive!!!

Dennis   February 4th, 2008 8:11 pm ET

Just a word of advice out there to anyone who may be waivering in their support for Obama in light of scandal today... THIS IS ANOTHER TYPICAL CLINTON TRICK! DON'T LET THEIR DIRTY POLITICS PREVAIL... PLEASE... THEY LEAKED FALSE INFO THE DAY BEFORE SUPER TUESDAY SO HE WOULD NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT TIME TO RESPOND, DON'T BE FOOLED BY THIS UNTRUSTWORTHY CLINTON CLAN, SHE WILL GARNISH WAGES FOR HEALTHCARE..... THAT IS TRULY UNAMERICAN, PLEASE WAKE UP PEOPLE

Bryan   February 4th, 2008 8:10 pm ET

No one has polled me! I am a 38 year old, married, black male, in Georgia. I will vote for Obama in the Primary. If Hilliary wins the nomination, I will definitely vote for McCain in the general election. Definitely!

John   February 4th, 2008 8:08 pm ET

I have stopped watching CNN from 7PM to 8 PM because of Lou Dobbs. Do we really HAVE to put up with him after that with his specials!!! CNN needs to do something about that. I was hoping to watch some intelligent commentary on tomorrow's elections with Blitzer & team. I guess Olbermann looks good now.

J D Stewart   February 4th, 2008 8:08 pm ET

Did anybody just see Lou Dobbs spew on immigration? He's a whack job!
Dobbs is to immigration as McCarthy is to communism.

Jim   February 4th, 2008 8:08 pm ET

Obama has much better judgement then Clinton. Hillary is just another George Bush.

50% hate Hillary   February 4th, 2008 8:07 pm ET

Hillary has nearly 50% negative rating in this country.
Why in the world go with someone that will definitely polarize the electorate and energize the Republicans?

I don't care if it's her fault, or Bill's fault, or talk radio's fault or nobody's fault.
It's a reality and the simple truth is that 4 or 8 years of more Clintons will only result in more partisan fighting.

Obama at least represents the possibility of real change, of unifying the country, of actually getting some things done.

Yes We Can

Paul, Atlanta   February 4th, 2008 8:07 pm ET

No one has to vote.CNN just knows that Obama will win, delegates or no delegates. Just ask Gloria Berger, or Wolf or the talking muppet Roland Martin.

PV   February 4th, 2008 8:07 pm ET

I used to LOVE CNN, and so did all my family members, but grudingly, we are switching to Fox news and other channel. I don't support either Barack or Hillary yet, but it is quite obvious where CNN stands. CNN always claimed to be an UNBIASED media source, but it is clear that it is pushing Barack Obama's agenda. In the last one week, I cannot tell you how many people I know have complained the same about CNN, and over 60% surprisingly were Barack's supporters. They are amazed at the negativity that CNN has about Clinton, and everything that Obama does is so "amazing". Either CNN needs to come out and support Obama OR change its reporting style. There is a huge danger of loosing lot of audience over this issue. Hopefully, this comment wont be "moderated" but submitted on time.

JohnS   February 4th, 2008 8:07 pm ET

I LIKE THSI POST:

"Obama secured endorsements from: Janet Napolitano, Democratic governor of Arizona; Kathleen Sebelius, Democratic governor of Kansas; Claire McCaskill, Democratic senator from Missouri; Tim Kaine, Democratic governor of Virginia, and Ben Nelson, Democratic senator from Nebraska.

What do all these states have in common? They are all states that George W Bush won twice. If you’re the next generation of Democrat, trying to appeal to the centre of the country, Obama is your candidate. Clinton takes the party and national politics back to the polarised red-blue ideological past. The danger of this is that if you are someone in the middle – on the purple edge of the red-blue divide – then the polarising nature of Clinton might mean that if she were the candidate you might vote Republican. Obama is the salve for this syndrome."

obama2008

JohnS   February 4th, 2008 8:06 pm ET

Obama secured endorsements from: Janet Napolitano, Democratic governor of Arizona; Kathleen Sebelius, Democratic governor of Kansas; Claire McCaskill, Democratic senator from Missouri; Tim Kaine, Democratic governor of Virginia, and Ben Nelson, Democratic senator from Nebraska.

What do all these states have in common? They are all states that George W Bush won twice. If you’re the next generation of Democrat, trying to appeal to the centre of the country, Obama is your candidate. Clinton takes the party and national politics back to the polarised red-blue ideological past. The danger of this is that if you are someone in the middle – on the purple edge of the red-blue divide – then the polarising nature of Clinton might mean that if she were the candidate you might vote Republican. Obama is the salve for this syndrome.

obama2008

tomdavie   February 4th, 2008 8:04 pm ET

Survey USA is one of the very few who actually just poll.

They are NOT CNN, ABC, NBC, and whomever else has thrown their hat in there to promote Obama.

Survey USA actually COUNTS people who pre voted.

They dont just ask 20 year old men who they are voting for. They dont just ask people in san fransico. They dont just ask 2% latinos. They dont just ask 50/50 men women.

they dont just take samples in illionis. They take samples everywhere.

So, HYPE aside by ever major media who TAPDANCED their polls, Survey USA comes very close to being the spot on when the votes are actually counted.

Casey   February 4th, 2008 8:03 pm ET

My comment : " Is it a wonder that CNN and parent company donated 1.6 million to the Bush campaign" stayed in moderation for hours. It still hasn't come out.

I am a teacher, and I use these instances to show them examples of media bias, and modern censorship. My question to them is "who do you think CNN wants to win the election?" Any takers as to who they guess???????

Robert Finn   February 4th, 2008 8:03 pm ET

Just wondering if I should be concerned about the number of time CNN shows
a particular candidate. Just a co-incidence ? or is CNN becomming the next
Fox Noise.

Teresa Campos   February 4th, 2008 8:01 pm ET

Reviewing the latest news about Mrs. Clinton and her references to Mrs. Obama directly targetting character, i believe that Mrs. Clinton is afraid that her opponent is NOT Obama but rather his wife, but then again, she has already worn those shoes, so, what is she afraid of? Why can't she stick to the issues rather than the person? She knows very well that sticking to character and persons is not her strength with her husband's past history.

Liz   February 4th, 2008 8:01 pm ET

Obama was right the first time when he voted agains the war in Iraq. Obama can bring change and unite our country through hope and inspiration....
Well, what happened the day that congress voted for the war in Iraq? Where did those words of hope and unity go? What happened that day Obama? Cat got your tongue??? hmm? Or did it just not work?
Oh, but lets rank on Hillary, she doesn't "play well with others", the Gop doesn't like her. I wonder why? Could it be because all these years she as been fighting for change all along, against people who don't want it?
Hello people, wake up!!
Obama admited in the last debate how similar their policies are infact his words were "we both believe this/that" and he repeated this numerous times.
The only difference between the both of them this is that Hillary came up these policies FIRST!

Alice   February 4th, 2008 8:01 pm ET

Obama would be a continuation of over 200 years of male rule – that doesn't seem like change to me.

gairy   February 4th, 2008 8:00 pm ET

hey wolf–I AM A JAMIACAN- and majority of us here support HILLARY CLINTON-SHE IS PHENOMENAL-PLEASE CUT HER SOME SLACK–ITS NOT FAIR–WE NEED TO BE MORE HONEST IN THE MEDIA–WE MUST BE GUIDED BY ETHICS AND STOP BEING SI BIASED--

truth   February 4th, 2008 7:59 pm ET

Why do I need Oprah Winfrey to tell me who to vote? She is biased for obvious reason and she is NOT smarter than me. Why do I need Ted Kennedy to tell me who to vote? He is the biggest Washington old guard and he has been getting a free ride on the Kennedy name. (It is funny that Obama happily accepts Ted Kennedy's endorsement. So his talk about "changing Washington" is just a campaign slogan.) Why do I need Maria Shriver to tell me who to vote? She married a Republican happily!! I make my judgement with my own head. I actually vote with my head, not with emotion. Hillary 08!!

Richard   February 4th, 2008 7:58 pm ET

I am supporting Obama. Hillary is good, but just too divisive and unelectable in November. Obama-'08 – YES WE CAN!!!!

Dr. NO   February 4th, 2008 7:57 pm ET

CNN needs to be revamped. They have certainly lost their credibility. Both CNN and MSNBC. I have found that I have to go to other stations and websites. I find ABC more even-handed.

HILLARY 2008 unless the media chooses otherwise.

gene   February 4th, 2008 7:57 pm ET

Roz-Thanks for the Survey USA tracking poll. The zogby polling is terrible. They do the internal for the repiblican party and many of the candidates. You can not trust their numbers. 53 to41 sounds about right, because of strong support in the hispanic community. Great article in The Mercury News. This is a newspaper in the San Jose area. . The article was dated 2-1-08. Reporter was doing one of those people interviews and asked a 25 year old asked him a question about Obama running, he asked "O-who", thinking about it he said" Ithink he needs to come and eat a burrito here".Aricle further states that at a Los Angeles trade college Obama had a rally that was billed as an outreach to latino voters. THe only glitch? MOst of the crowd was black. " Si se puede" (yes we can) when Obama shouted to the crowd they responded in english. .

Sally   February 4th, 2008 7:57 pm ET

Wolf, you know that Ron Paul is the best canduidate, then Mike Huckabee. Unfortunately, Obama is an empty suit.

Peter 4 Obama!   February 4th, 2008 7:53 pm ET

Vote Obama.

Carol   February 4th, 2008 7:52 pm ET

The reason you haven't seen Hillary is because she couldn't find the time to meet with CNN when they requested.

She was too busy turning on the water works again.

Mike M.   February 4th, 2008 7:50 pm ET

Obama's attitude of being "right the first time" bothers me. If he wins, he will be more concerned about defending his policies even when he makes a mistake.

Bobbie   February 4th, 2008 7:49 pm ET

I have been watching CNN since you began. I don't watch Oprah or helen or judge judy I watch you. I am now on Social Security disability but I make sure I can afford
cable so I could get CNN and Cspan.I am a political junkie.I understand you want to be No 1. You are Fox is crap always has been We report you decide(That you are republican or a total moron).So this is from someone who never misses CNN
I watch an average of 12hrs aday including weekends yes I have no life true.Please stop being like FOX I have been watching MSNBC. You are and I am being totally honest endorsing Barack Obama.Now I think he is a great guy but I want CNN not the Obama Network News thats not what I am paying for.Please get back to you report we decide meaning you guys are real reporters not mouth pieces. I know you want this to go on till the conventions but we will get sick of it by then please stop trying to mix it up for ratings sake.Long time CNN supporter.Keeping You Honest.

William Courtland, Waterford, Ontario   February 4th, 2008 7:49 pm ET

The current uncertainty concerning the Constitution

The Constitution is not open for argument or discussion; its meanings and purposes are direct and pointed; the Constitution was drafted so not to allow confusion or fault; it is a universal document meant for all. The Citizen, as one, can petition for a change to the Constitution through their District Federal Congressional Representative. The party however, has privately re-written and so cast down the idea of a listed and universal set of instructions. The many quasi-amendment policies, not ever ratified to the Constitution, now rule the business and rule over the Members of the many Federal houses; the parties keep to themselves and build upon the understanding of these quasi-amendments so allowing a dissention of the Constitution. Once those who drafted the Constitution held an ideal that anyone can, with that single document alone, be able to reform or lead the Union after a fall. The Question now remains: but, not to which parts of the Constitution have been defiled, but what parts still remain sacrosanct?

Raphael, Los Angeles, CA   February 4th, 2008 7:42 pm ET

Everyone knows Wolf is not a fan of Hillary but why he is so blatant about it is another story.

At times during the debate, he would even take swipes. Maybe I should be on FOX Fair and unBalanced. What's the difference these days?

Cornelius   February 4th, 2008 7:42 pm ET

I'm an outsider. I live in Germany and follow the primaries very closely on CNN. You could call me bias on either candidates.
But it is quite true, that "the best political team on television" gives me the impression that they report most of the time on Obama.
Has CNN publicly endorsed Obama lately. Have I missed anything?

Elore   February 4th, 2008 7:39 pm ET

Why didn't Wolf interview Hillary? You can clearly see that CNN is pushing its weigth in favor of Obama.

The best politcal team is a very anti Clinton team. If you have a team to analyze how the campaign is going, it should be a balanced one . That is if you want to mantain your credibility.

Gonzalo   February 4th, 2008 7:38 pm ET

Wolf Blitzer devotes an entire paragraph(the intro I might add) to Obama. I haven't decided between Obama or Hillary but one thing that is really turning me against Obama is the obvious bias there is. Someone needs to a do a research study on this and see how positive stories vs. negative one's the news media's are putting out regarding the candidates(esp. Hillary and Obama). Many people rely on news media to get their information about a candidate and when it is biased it is doing voters an injustice. Please be fair CNN, if you are going to talk up Obama do so for Hillary, McCain, and Romney(the major players in the race). We as voters have a right to balanced reporting, not what seems to be on the verge of Obama propaganda.

denise   February 4th, 2008 7:38 pm ET

I see on the front of your Super Tuesday story where you say the republicans and the democrates gear up for Tuesday (my words , not exact quote) You have people holding signs for Obama....Could you be more obvious?
Maybe if you reported the negatives of Obama for more than a nano second and stop running distorted remarks and bashings of Hillary, the playing field would have been more level and people could vote on real issues instead of your sensationalism

Robert, Tulsa OK   February 4th, 2008 7:38 pm ET

Regarding polls favoring Obama: If anything, there is a bias the other way for two reasons. One, polling usually happens by phone (not on the street) and a lot of younger voters don't have home phones, relying on cell phones exclusively. Thus, their opinions sometimes get missed. Two, polling takes into account the likelihood of the person voting. Younger voters are considered less likely to vote, so they don't count for as much. This election has shown that younger voters CAN come out in large numbers. I think Obama will win in places like California because the youth and independents will come out far beyond what the polls give them credit for.

Mark   February 4th, 2008 7:34 pm ET

Okay, I'm an indepentant and I'm going to show my age but I voted for Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan and Ross Perot. OMG, I'm baffled by the support for Hillary Rodham Clinton. Don't get me wrong, we are way overdue for someone other than an old white guy in the whitehouse and I'll be voting for Obama. I would gladly vote for a woman like Condeleza Rice or someone like Margaret Thatcher if one ran for president.

The Clintons had 8 years in power. Did you forget what they did. Do you remember what they didn't do?
Whitewatergate
FBI Filegate
Travel office firing gate
Intern gate
What is the meaning of the word "IS" is gate
Rose law firm billing record gate
I could go on but you get the point. Hillary is so Good Old Boy Establishment that she stands to go to the bathroom.

Mick   February 4th, 2008 7:31 pm ET

I watch CNN at least two hours a day, but can't stand to see all the plugs for Obama anymore, the sad thing is I do like him even when his supporters call it the " Black House" things do change in the great USA.
Jack is the "Man" and I can't understand why he is so bias with the Democrats, he needs to "chill" with the Clintons.
Hillary has her issues, but she could have been a good leader, however CNN and other Media took her right out of the race, so much for every vote counts, at this time I will vote for Obama so my vote will count

talmis   February 4th, 2008 7:31 pm ET

WOLF, REALLY...WHAT HAPPEN TO YOU?
NOT EVEN MENTION HILLARY'S NAME BUT YOU MANAGE TO MENTION MOST OF THE DROPOUTS?....(yes you also forgot Ron Paul...but Ron Paul did not win any single caucus or primary...and even with all my sympathy to his followers and understanding their outrage ...I think Hillary's case is just to ask in bold letters WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH CNN???....)

HILLARY HAS A LOT OF SUPPORTERS AND A LOT OF PEOPLE VOTING FOR HER AND YOU ARE JUST FLATLY IGNORING THEM!!!!

CNN...THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN NEWS?????

WOLF, I USE TO ADMIRE YOU...AND I AM REALLY SURPRISE...IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING PERSONAL AGAINST A CANDIDATE YOU HAVE TO LEAVE IT AT HOME AND BE FAIR!!! OR YOU CAN NOT CLAIM TO BE "THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN NEWS"....

Fran   February 4th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

I want to say that I am afraid that if Obama gets in he will go spending crazy like the Republicans!! Maybe he is a Republican in disguise!! He spent a lot of money for running an ad on the Super Bowl!! I do not want this man spending my hard earned tax dollars on something like that!! What would he do in the White House?? It just shows me that he is irresponsible!! No one has mentioned about him spending xxxxxx amount of dollars on his ad about the super bowl but had it been Hillary!! Well the new media would have been all over THAT!! I am tired of you (the media) trying to push folks into voting for who you want!! We are not stupid, I hope anyway. You are saying the Republicans are afraid of Obama, that is bull, they are really afraid of Hillary!! After all it was a WOMAN, who got the Stimulus package going! She was the first to mention it and put onto paper and then Obama came up with his plan and then Mr. Pres, decided he best get in on the good side of folks for his legacy and he came up with a plan....And NO ONE and I mean NO ONE gave Hillary an ounce of credit for it....Hillary you go girl hang in there!!

Emily   February 4th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

I, too, posted feedback on why we should vote for Hillary, but ironic...my comments stayed in moderation too. CNN and mainstream media have completely gotten out of hand with non-chalantly casting their own opinions onto us...by NOT reporting on Clinton and only focusing on Obama. What happened to un-bias media, fairness and ethics?

JN COELHO   February 4th, 2008 7:30 pm ET

Change For Better or Worse?

Are Americans easily carried away by style(other unimportant perceptions)and not the issues?

Esse Akpaidem   February 4th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

DeWay, MO: Obama bought his house after his bestseller book sales: Dreams from My Father and The Audacity of Hope. He has said it many times. Get informed. Vote Obama 08

Gary of LA   February 4th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Hey WOLF: Where is your interview with HILLARY? Do you even care?

This is the reason why we do not watch CNN, very impartial! GO HILLARY!!!!

Esse Akpaidem   February 4th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

DeWay, MO: Obama bught his house after his besseller book sales: Dreams from My Father and The Audacity of Hope. He has said it many times. Get informed. Vote Obama 08

d   February 4th, 2008 7:25 pm ET

Roger....... says it well... we cannot afford to have a nice guy in the White House. My vote goes to Hilliary, and I respect Roger's choice of candidate.

omatseye   February 4th, 2008 7:25 pm ET

I guess its obvious Hillary will win. Good luck to the democrats on the generally election though

keith Pike   February 4th, 2008 7:24 pm ET

Here we are America,its the Eve of Super Tuesday, Please take some time refelct,in the battle its takes time cool down. Get some rest andf be ready to vote. Because i will be the first one there to vote for Hillary clinton 08.

NJ's voice   February 4th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

CNN is so ANTI Hillary. When she wins tomorrow, you know CNN is going to try their hardest to play down Hillary's victory. And they say FOX was bad!!!!!

Hillary 08..

Dem08   February 4th, 2008 7:23 pm ET

Watch Hillary's town hall tonight. CNN has not posted my post from earlier. Make an informed decision. If this does not get posted, I will just have to think that CNN really is bias to Obama. We all should listen to watch each canidate has to say and not believe hearsay and slanted news stories.

smart vote   February 4th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

A vote for Obama is a vote illegal immigration, soft government, broken borders, and no nation security. America there is still alot of terrist out there waiting for the chance to harm us and if we don't have the tough pres. we will be doomed. Vote for a better America not a weak America insperational words with no action. Talk is cheap. If you want to be inspired go to church, and let a real leader lead this country.

Sensible   February 4th, 2008 7:19 pm ET

We want more coverage on Hillary because she is in touch with reality and has messages that truly matter, unlike Obama who's still busy dreaming.
Hillary is president!

Jose G.   February 4th, 2008 7:16 pm ET

Wolf- You are tarnishing your professionalism by your obviously biased reporting. I wouldn't even call it reporting. Thus, my family and friends have been watching Fox lately. Your job is be objective. Put yourself in check . Give all the candidates equal coverage.

Lee Chang   February 4th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

Roger, I agree with you. USA must not have a President in training.

georgia dem   February 4th, 2008 7:15 pm ET

attention bloggers
don't be shocked your posts don't make it on
CNN is so full of their own selves it is pathetic
THE WORST POLITICAL TEAM ANYWHERE!!
They should just be honest and say they are drooling for Obama
who is all talk and will make a lousy president
he is not seasoned
so he can whip up a crowd big deal
he has shown his ego and his immaturity many times
I have watched all the debates and Hillary is by far the best
and of course there is Opra who can not talk with out making refference to her money and her being black
good grief!
but that's what moves this country
people act like it is
"Dancing with the Stars" instead of the most important job going
they are moved by personalities and words that beat them into a frenzy
well
it ain't over til it is over and the votes are in
and as far as 'Bill being in the White House with nothing to do'
What an insult
he has an aids foundation that I am sure some people that he has helped would differ
with that statement!
He was a great president and should be treated with respect

Lourdes   February 4th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

um....don't you guys bashing CNN for loving on Obama realize that by focusing on Obama so much they are doing him more harm than good because people naturally DON'T want what is being pushed down their throats? CNN is pro-Clinton all the way...they just recently changed their strategy on how to push for her. Look at home much anti-Obama ire they inspire with this new strategy. Talk about sheep....

I wonder if this will get posted.....I hope so. This whole "moderation" game is pretty useful to their agenda.

kuhrdan1   February 4th, 2008 7:14 pm ET

CNN has placed its bets on Senator Obama. I am religious about watching CNN. Senator Obama is showcased in very flattering terms. Whenever Senator Clinton is addressed it is minimal coverage and the images used are unflattering. The only staff of CNN who maintain any perspective is Jeff Tubin and Lou Dobbs. Everyone else have sided with the high priest of rhetoric, Senator Obama. Ultimately the voice of the voters will be heard irrespective of the bias in reporting and the dribble of pundits.

Senator Clinton for President 08!

d   February 4th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

WHERE IS CLINTON'S NAME....... HOW RUDE, WOLF

lisa   February 4th, 2008 7:13 pm ET

Tom in MA,

Every comment I have made was still in moderation. Don't feel bad. We must be too controversal for them.

JC   February 4th, 2008 7:11 pm ET

Please fellas learn another name besides Obama, this one sided reporting is really getting on my nerves. It's very obvious you all want Hillary Clinton to lose, but do you have to shove Obama down the rest of our throats constantly. Is it really to much to ask that CNN representative (yes, all of you guys) allow us (all of america) to decide whom we would like to vote for. On another level, we all know that Senator Cliniton has what it takes to become President of the United States, does a woman scare you "boys" that much?????

Elmer L. Wilson   February 4th, 2008 7:09 pm ET

Do you people possess the ability to spell correctly AND use proper English?? This 'crap' is absolute nonsense. If your computer has 'Spell-check', USE THAT please. As for Senator Clinton vs. Senator Obama, neither is an official nor unofficial representative for Satan........I would think. What with the simple fact that the American electorate 'sent' the current 'idiot' to 1600 Pennsylvania two times, either Senator would undoubtedly prove to be QUITE an improvement. GOD watch over this nation.

Nathalie   February 4th, 2008 7:09 pm ET

It is Monday February 4th and I have yet to see anything out of any of the candidates that will change my mind. I will still cast my vote for John Edwards on Super Tuesday. Even out of the race he is the best candidate.

Jeannie Sibert   February 4th, 2008 7:08 pm ET

I have watched as a combination of the news media and their analyists, the Kennedy Family, and Oprah Winfrey have over and over put Senator Obama out there as if he is the next coming of the Lord. Yes, he is an eliquent speaker and I am sure a good and devoted person, but he lacks the experience and the knowledge of life situations that only experience and time brings.

I am not supporting Senator Hillary Clinton because she is a women or the former "First Lady", but because of her honesty in how we will actually bring about the CHANGES in this nation we are all desparately wanting and needing.

Speaking of CHANGE is easy, bringing it about is very hard...

Victoria   February 4th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

"Is he fully capable..." I can't believe anyone would seriously raise this question. The man has more character than 99% of our current politicos. He has raised himself up to a brilliant performance at Harvard largely on his own merits. He has experienced life outside our protected boundaries. He knows the world and his own mind more thoroughly. Read his books. He is truly a lighthouse shining into the darkness that is quickly engulfing our future. Bless you OB.

Sudhir   February 4th, 2008 7:06 pm ET

Obama went to work in streets of chicago after completing education, he tought constitution and then worked as senator in IL and then in US senate. Hillary was first lady of Arkansas and US, then she has been senator for last few years. WHO HAS MORE EXPERIENCE????

Please... My wife is an architect. we are married for 4 years now but I have no clue about Architecture.... Can some please hire me as Architect????? PLEASE

BA   February 4th, 2008 7:05 pm ET

I'm sorry, but sending any of the three Senators (McCain, Clinton,or Obama) back to Washington is not the answer that America needs. America will get a lot of the same or worse than what it has right now. They have been in Washington and haven't gotten anything done. America will go no where on any stance, whether it be militarily or otherwise, if it doesn't have a strong economy. As much as a lot of people don't like Mitt Romney, he is the only one that can expose Washington for what it has done to this nation and turn it around so we, as a nation, can get back on track. Mitt Romney understands what kind of nation we will be living in if any of the Senators go back to Washington, that is exactly why he has put his money where his mouth is. He won't have anyone to payback but himself. None of the other canidates, Democrat or Republican, can say that.

Barbara   February 4th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

Why does Obama have to have so many people campaign with him, such as the Kennedys and Oprah. Can't he make it on his own? How can he be president when he can't campaign by himself? We need a president that can think for themselves. Answer me that. Also, it wasn't Bill Clinton that played the race card....it was OPRAH. The press only takes a small part of someone's statement and blows it out of proportion. If Obama gets the Democratic nomination, I and a lot of my friends will vote Republican. So let's pray that Hillary gets the nomination.

Benjamin   February 4th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

Clinton will eat any republican opponent and spit them out in the general election.

McCain? Bomb Bomb Bomb, Bomb Bomb Iran!! Do we forget??!!

Ron   February 4th, 2008 7:03 pm ET

Obama is like a preacher – big promises about a blissful after life but absolutely no proof it exist.

DavidM   February 4th, 2008 7:03 pm ET

We keep talking about the war that Hillary vote for. It’s sad that Obama wasn’t in the congress at the time the vote came up. In my opinion he could of voted for the war. I say that because he’s voted the same way Hillary has since he’s been in the congress. The media has make Obama because they dislike the Clintons. Honestly if this would have been a white man do you think he would be where Obama is today, let’s real. The Clinton’s have not been able to attack Obama because he’s BLACK. Anything you say about a black person whether your right or wrong you’re a racist. Just look at the statement about Jesse Jackson, which was true. The first black president Bill Clinton is a racist, let’s be honest.

Hildy from Sacramento CA.   February 4th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

The more Obama surrounds himself with every famous Tom, Dick and Harry the weaker he comes across.
I'm a women and I will definitely vote for Hillary. It's much more historial to vote for a women than it is to vote for a man who happens to be black.

Oprah showed her real face. I've watched her from day one, but she has disappointed me. Ever since Oprah got involved he seems like a light weight. Oprah cheapened him.

Benjamin   February 4th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

Obama supporters realizing that he is arrogant is like Patriot fans waking up today and realizing their coach and team leaders are arrogant...they don't like it, and will deny the truth behind it.

My posts never make it. They're not mean, I don't call anyone stupid for choosing who they choose, just provide reason to return common sense to some people. Somehow, I read a lot of "Hillbilly", and Clinton = liar, or = fake, or = hitlery. How is that fair?

Why, at the most dangerous time in American History since WWII, would I want to trust everything in a guy who gives inspiration speeches, versus a woman who lays out her plans in great detail with full risk mitigation and funding answers, that have short term and long term goals? This isn't the time to RISK change, it's the time to trust in solutions!!

pam Eugene OR   February 4th, 2008 7:02 pm ET

I have to agree with Tom. I am voting for Obama and I am an energetic supporter. About 60% of what I post stays in moderation hell till it is finally removed. I spent months calling CNN Clinton News Network. They never had anything good to say about him.
Now that he is doing better in the polls and finally getting a little bit of copy from CNN you Clinton folks are trying to say CNN is bias for him???????????

ANTI CLINTONS   February 4th, 2008 7:01 pm ET

Obama all the way, not the crook Clinton's!

Obama!

DD   February 4th, 2008 6:58 pm ET

Wolf,you are the person most respected at Cnn so you MUST Stop this continual negative tearing down of Senator Clinton and The Pumping up of this PHONEY flim Flam man Obama.How can you do this to your country and family?
If you keep pushing, along with Cafferty and even Candy,Suzanne this will be the worst disaster in current history.

Why can't Cnn do real journalism? dig into the real sham he is?there are stories that your staff should have been looking into,but No all your reporters are acting star struck Please don't Destroy your opportunity to reveal his many weaknesses.

PLEASE! Senator Clinton has the experience and would be an outstanding President! this is not a horse race this is the most important office in this Country.
The Obama's have started the RACE conversation watch GMA Michelle's arrogant attitude they both need to grow up without the nanny's Oprah,and Uncle Ted,Jesse Jackson.This is job for a grown up not a devisive,arrogant CHILD!
Tell Jack Cafferty if Senator Clinton loses he did everything to destroy her.DISGUSTING! You also need to get rid of Bernstein who is trying to sell negative books about HRC.WHY are you and Cnn doing this?

JEAN   February 4th, 2008 6:57 pm ET

I'm voting for Hillary, so Michelle Obama's children and grandchildren are not fighting the next 100 years in Iraq

myconcerns   February 4th, 2008 6:57 pm ET

reading a lot of the comments that people liked obama when he made the statement that you have to be right the first time. where these same people listning when he said he needed good people around him because he wasn't going to be right all the time??????? as far as good people who is going to be more quilified to bring the most qulified people in their cabinet?

Deb   February 4th, 2008 6:55 pm ET

Why isn't CNN covering the story from last week's NY Times and today's Washington Post about Bill Clinton's shady dealings with the Canadian Tycoon Frank Guistra and Kazakhstan and Uranium? Because it is before Super Tuesday=that's why! This station is too far left-the other is too far right. It is insane.

Why doesn't press let us decide who is the worst of the worst and who we are willing to tolerate and who we won't?? It fhis was a Replublican their run would be over but since it is a Clinton-NOTHING. I haven't decided either way mostly because I do not have enough information. I think a former president who would be in the White House with her who is making money off a guy working with a shady government is a HUGE issue. I am sorry CNN does not.

What does an American have to do to get information about a candidate!!!!! I know more about Joran Vander Sloot than I do the people that are going to run the nation. Fabulous.

rabblerouser   February 4th, 2008 6:54 pm ET

CNN is voting for Obama! Everyone else is voting for Hillary!!! You go, girl...

John   February 4th, 2008 6:53 pm ET

I will vote Republican if Obama wins. I know there are many others in my State who will vote Republican and not Democrat.

BlackHouse   February 4th, 2008 6:52 pm ET

Lets make the change even JFK could not! Change the color of White House!

Beth   February 4th, 2008 6:52 pm ET

this is getting so out of control the media is so biased for Obama.The did the same thing to Edwards...

sg   February 4th, 2008 6:52 pm ET

Wolf and all CNN except Lou Dobbs and Caftrey file are all bias. You guys have tarnished your name. You all the favoring so much obama all the time. You do not let any chance to go put Hillary down. You bring reporter puposely who favors obama. It would be too later for you all to do anything because we saw your true color. You can not see women commander in cheif and evern ready to bring person who does not deserve this position. I do not see Much difference between FOX AND CNN. You are making it so obvious. Obama does need to spent money for ad because you have been doing for him 24/7.
Wolf, I really like you, but I am very disappointed with you and your station.
Lou Dobbs and Jeff please keep up the good work.

dms   February 4th, 2008 6:51 pm ET

In the above article you didn't even mention the fact that Hillary is in the running.

GO, Hillary. You are the most intelligent one of the two of you.

dms   February 4th, 2008 6:50 pm ET

You love the uncertainty yet you are so biased. And you are not supposed to be because you are a news reporter and CNN is supposed to be fair to all. From watching CNN and listening to you as you are on the screen, it sounds like BO is the only Democrat running in these United States.

Charlie   February 4th, 2008 6:49 pm ET

As a single parent I understand that it is not about me, but the sacrifices I consider and the decisions I make daily are about and for my daughters future, and when I heard Barack state that he understood this principle and values the ability of us all coming together for change and that he is the vehicle but he cannot do it without us... it resonated to me that he was MY PRESIDENT and that I mattered in the process of government in his opinion and I felt like he invited me to the table to contribute my thoughts and that they were important for him to hear and understand to be able to act on our behalf. Barack Obama is MY PRESIDENT I know you are willing to walk a mile in my shoes!!!

And if the People of the United States of America so choose, he will be a Beacon of Hope for the World.

mjo   February 4th, 2008 6:47 pm ET

Who said "make it simple, vote for Obama" That is a great word describing his policies and platform. Not well thought out. Just go get people energized!

Please think before you vote!

HILLARY 2008

Susan4Change   February 4th, 2008 6:47 pm ET

How can Wolf speak about Super Tuesday and not even mention Hillary's name??? CNN has apparently become THE advertiser for Obama.

CO, MO.   February 4th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

are will voting for candidate that will lead our country and save our economy or we are voting for momentum, Oprah/Kennedy or what? pleace wake up american!

Jennifer   February 4th, 2008 6:45 pm ET

as a Hispanic women, it is hard to chose between a black man and a female candidate, I wish I could vote for both of them. After seem in peson both of them in Minneapolis, over the week- end, my vote goes to Hillary Clinton, she is warm,very intelligent and caring.

chuck   February 4th, 2008 6:44 pm ET

Wolf,
Just remember that Hillary has an excellent memory and she will remember how much you have seemed to favor Obama. All of the people at CNN seem tilted towards the Windmill called Obama. Substance is Hillary and Wishful thinking is Obama. We need a President who can undo the harm done by the Bush Administration. When that is done we can move forward.

Chuck

Rae   February 4th, 2008 6:44 pm ET

I hate the uncertainty. It was fun for a while but now I want to KNOW!!

Jennifer   February 4th, 2008 6:43 pm ET

as a Hispanic women, it is hard to chose between a black man and a female candidate, I wish I could vote for both of them. After seem in peson both of them in Minneapolis, over the week end, my vote goes to Hillary Clinton, she is warm,very intelligent and caring.

eg   February 4th, 2008 6:42 pm ET

A bit skewed? thats putting it mildly.Like its just by chance that Wolf interviewed Obama and aired it how many times for him to spew his rhetoric given to him by the far left on the day before super tuesday. Should have asked him about his lies re Exalon in Iowa and if he thinks being boneheaded with Rezko is the kind of judgement he'll have on day one.Also if all his negative emails is the way he'll change, he's getting more and more like Bush tactics all the time.

jmj   February 4th, 2008 6:41 pm ET

I'd rather have a president with a plan, someone with proven record of public service, something to show me. Obama's not done that. I find him too arrogant & snide, full of gleaned sound bites polished "to make the lemmings leap". Shoving Obama at me I find offensive. Give me a break. Will not vote Obama... Still think for myself.

Laurinda   February 4th, 2008 6:40 pm ET

Well, maybe Wolf likes the uncertainty but, I don't. I am getting to the point that says none of them are any good for our country. I am so disqusted in the way they all behave it is like Romper Room.

Andrew   February 4th, 2008 6:40 pm ET

Socialogically speaking, Obama as president would change the entire dynamic of race in America. Not only will America's original sin take a very significant ablution, but all African Americans, particularly men, will have a new icon of hope, a role model for themselves and their progeny, of possibilities. Worldwide, the US would begin to represent a new worldliness, a sense of it's place in a brotherhood of nations.

Krissy   February 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

Quit whining and just vote!

Brigitte N.   February 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

I guess it is no coincident that Mr. Blitzer–one of the "objective" and "balanced" talking heads does not mention Senator Clinton in his line-up of exciting and pumped up candidates he interviewed on an allegedly impartial network.
Mr. Blitzer, like everyone else, has the right to biased blogging–but it certainly should be apart from his role as host to a news TV network

Mithi Govil   February 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

I will not support Hillary. I believe she will not be honest with American people.

Mark   February 4th, 2008 6:38 pm ET

Hey Wolf you might as well have Obama on your show tonight CNN had Oprah
on all weekend .Are you going to ask him about the articles that came out this weekend about the nuclear leak and his past votes on gun control that will rest good with the independants and republican votes he is suppose to get .Hopefully the voters will be much smarter when they get in the voting booth because the news media shoved Bush down our throats when he ran and look what we got .Nobody has ever question this guy about anything and look out if he wins the nomination the Republicans will eat him up and spit him out because when the other Demorcratic candidates ever questioned this guy the news media said they were playing dirty politics .Well all I can say Demorcrats when you vote tomorrow !!
IT THE ECONOMY STUPID !!!!! HILLARY 2008!!!!

Paul GA   February 4th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

CNN is bias because it needs ratings not facts. Clinton shows much more substance and leadership than Obama, but calling it a draw keeps interest and ratings going. There is also a fear factor of media show bias against a black canidate, not that Clinton is better just he can not look not as good. Sad journalism but that is the sad reality. Clinton should beat Obama by a significant margin, then maybe he those his support to her, if not, the republican are back in just as the national media want.

lynn   February 4th, 2008 6:37 pm ET

A vote for Obama in the primary is a vote for McCain in November

Maureen   February 4th, 2008 6:36 pm ET

How unfair to interview Obama and have nothing on Clinton. I am undecided, but the media is doing a great job of pushing Obama ad naseum. How about equal time? Why not let the voters decide? Isn't there anyone else at CNN who can comment except Wolf? I enjoy Jack and his unvarnished comments – he should have more air time. You would be more effective if you would quit making the news and only report the news. If Obama is truly the change candidate, what is he doing with Tom Daschle, the original obstructionist during his years in Congress. Because Daschle was unwilling to comprise on anything, nothing got done. Now he is trying to "help" Obama? What does Daschle get if Obama is elected? Are we going back to more of the same???

Paul GA   February 4th, 2008 6:36 pm ET

When Clinton landslide Florida were stump for words, then called the votes a sham,,,,Horrible reporting by C N N. I hope and pray a Clinton landslide tommorow and watch he eat all these word.
I guess moration will be coming on this one too.

V from St. Louis, Mo   February 4th, 2008 6:36 pm ET

All the Hillary supportors are creating so many excusses. I guess I would too if my cannidate was losing support by the hours. Litterally, Obama has basically erased her lead. Believe it or not, Obama is a true contender and will make history. It is time for the next generation to lead this country...

Obama 08!!

Mithi Govil   February 4th, 2008 6:36 pm ET

Bill Clinton is going to be the biggest pain in the neck for the country. Both Bill and Hillary are PHONEY. All they want is POWER. They DO NOT care for ordinary people.
I am a Democrat and I support Barrack Obama.

Brian   February 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

I witnessed Senator Obama speak on Saturday. Even in a Republican dominated state like Idaho the excitement was huge. The fact that a candidate would even take time out of his busy pre-Super Tuesday schedule to speak to a state that has little in the way of votes to offer speaks volumes about this man. He speaks of reaching out to everyone and rebuilding what has been torn apart since 9/11. I served in the Army and those I served with are now closer to me than my own flesh and blood. I can't sit here and worry about their lives any longer. They need to come home! Obama is the only candidate that opposed the war and the only one that can bring my brothers home. No more red state blue state political games. As evident by the rest of the comments, we are a country torn apart. He is the only one who can make us whole again. I am not telling you whom to vote for; I am just telling you that this is what Obama stands for.

Dem08   February 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

I think everyone should be heard equally. To that end, everyone should watch Hillary Clinton tonight at 9pm when she holds a nationwide townhall. She will answer question, and talk about issues. This is important because many out here are making voting decisions based on hearsay and skewed reporting. You should be 100% sure before you cast your vote. Listen to both sides and make the best possiable choice. Unfortunatly, the media has done very little to address where the canidates stand on the issues. Hallmark channel or watch the town hall at the clinton website.

Whatever choice you make, make sure its an informed choice.

JohnS   February 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Some of the Dems, like the Clintons, are so self-destructive, they cannot even recognize the enemies they have made over these years.

May be the Independents and Moderate Republicans should start to send a strong message to the Dems as soon as they put Hillary out there as a nominee.

Who, in their right minds, can ever drop his/her vote for the Dems after all those years of the Clinton scandals? The distractions of any other Clinton cabinet would be so hugh, it would distract from the FOCUS on real "people issues." So, let the Dems vote for Hillary and take this nation back to the "stone ages" of wealth, division, scandals, and immorality!!!! IS this the BEST the Dems can offer the nation and the world–Hillary, Bill & the female Interns?

LeftyLadig   February 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Obama is gaining on Clinton every hour, every minute. He has the momentum. GO OBAMA

Pedro from Portugal   February 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

When I see Obama he reminds me of Jimmy Carter. The ingeniuty makes him say nice things, but the fact is that, like the other one, he doesn´t know the world.

Connie Lin   February 4th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

Please..Obama is sooooo fake !

Chris   February 4th, 2008 6:34 pm ET

Why is Hillary no where in this. CNN has bashed her till its not even funny. All of America knows that she is the only one that can bring CHANGE, not like Obama who only knows how to dream of change.
HILLARY 08!!!!

Roger   February 4th, 2008 6:32 pm ET

I am not supporting either Clinton or Obama. But it seems to me Obama is a great orator and a people-person. But is he fully capable and qualified to run this great country NOW? I am not sure. America has to face a numerous challenges internally and externally. Besides there could be another war in the horizon. I am afraid, Obama, during his presidency, may make serious mistakes that may cultivate more and more enemies against America. Enough is enough.

Clinton, on the other hand, is a tough person. Her past mistakes, whether she admitted them or not, make her a near-perfect leader to handle issues here and abroad, especially, facing the terrorist.

America, at this point in time, can't afford to have a nice guy in the White House.

V from St. Louis, Mo   February 4th, 2008 6:31 pm ET

Margin of error on the gallop poll.... 6%

Obama 08!!

Anne   February 4th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

Teary-eyed?

Are you kidding me?

Did any of you actually watch the video before posting your "here we go again" comments, echoing CNN's exploitative but not entirely truthful headline? I watched the entire video. I saw a presidential candidate in a room of supportive colleagues and friends from one of her first post-law school jobs. I did not, however, see tears.

I'm still undecided between Clinton and Obama heading into tomorrow's NJ primary, but my vote will be on the issues - not on this ridiculous reporting by CNN.

John   February 4th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

Dear Wolf,

If citizens of this country think that Hilary Clinton has her sights set on helping them achieve a better life in the near future, they will have a big disappointment heading their way. I believe that Hilary will become nothing more than a George Bush in a dress. Instead of being a standoff for the Republicans, she will do harm to her own party in Congress.

She has already proclaimed that her White House will house and encourage Special Interests and big Business. If this is true, how can the President serve two masters at the same time–the people and Special Interest?

Who would to serve as Vice President when Bill Clinton is in on everything she does or questions? What go would a VP be to her, except as an overpaid flunky for the things she does not want to do?

Her elevation to the Presidency would be a disaster for this country.

God Bless America,

John
Maryland

Marian   February 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

Barack's interview solidifies my impression that he is a flim-flam man. Maybe it's because he's still training-on-the-job, or maybe his strategy is to imply for the inspiration but mean something else, which usually is what Hillary has been saying all along. Flim-flam.

And what's this all about Oprah's statement tha she's a "free" woman (e.g. black woman?) and can vote for who she wants and oh, by the way, white women can vote for Obama, too? If that's not race baiting, what is?

Louie   February 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

I am still waiting for a straight answer from Obama on any question he is asked. Giving a good speech and being Oprah's latest pet does not rum this nation. In the Clinton years I had a great job and enjoyed my life. I am a independent voter and cannot wait to vote for Hillary and mess up your polls. Please be fair and stop the all Obama all the time CNN hype.

Beth   February 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

BLITZER IS BIAS! WHY? I DON'T KNOW.

Susan   February 4th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

I was watching CNN tonight (on the eve of Super Tuesday) and you mentioned how Obama's plan covers illegal immigrants; although, the debates in SC (as the Jan. 11th transcript reports on CNN.com) he claimed it does NOT cover illegal immigrants. Did you mean to say it didn't cover illegal immigrants? If that was the case, I hope you will make sure the error is corrected. If I misheard the comment, I apologize and retract my comment Mr. Blitzer. Thank you!

jjj888   February 4th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

Hillary 08,

Hillary 08,

Hillary 08,

Hillary 08,

Jacob   February 4th, 2008 6:26 pm ET

Great coverage and insight, as always. As for the candidates...Obama is great on generalizations but I have,yet, to hear a definitive factual package from his camp. Change, Change, Change sounds like a tune from the sixties but does not offer points of fact. Senator McCain has been labelled the liberal conservative with a temper. Anyone remember Richard Nixon's temper? As for Liberal, Rush Limbaugh and his ilk may have to buy one less case of champagne if more tax cuts are delayed but that will be the extent of their suffering. It's going to be an exciting Super Tuesday. Continue the excellent work you and the entire team do everyday.

Joe, Boston   February 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

Wolf, I just watched your interview with Obama. Why don't you blog about the fact that he reserved the right to keep our troops in Iraq after 16 months? hmmm..seems like he's changing his tune. Typical politician. But of course the media won't pick up on that flip/flop!

Omar K.   February 4th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

I have to give my piece on this...
Clinton,
She is running a race of seperation. Breaking the country into women are better, trying to sell us something like a car sales person. If you look at her surrounding, she wants to be a woman president (the core of the issue) with pull outs and plans that do not make sense on the ground, but sells you an idea.

Obama,
He is running as an American. Although he is African American who only represent 10-13% of the country (women 50% or more), he is running as an American for the people. His surrounding is mixed (like the US is) and his plans and such are towards the people all in all and not based on seperating the nation.

Republicans,
Just another Bush. Common people!!!!

Regards,
Omar K.

eva   February 4th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

CNN you were always my favorite station, but not anymore. I am a lifelong Democrat , but because of your unfairness during this campaign, if Obama gets a nomination, he will never gets our votes(my husbands and mine). I hope that this time my comment will not end-up in moderation process.

YS, Sacramento   February 4th, 2008 6:22 pm ET

Dear Wolf,

It seems to me that the Situation Room spents more time to report Barak Obama's campaign than Hillary Clinton's, with an always positive tone about the former, and many times a negative tone about the later. DOES CNN ENDORSED BARAK OBAMA? OTHERWISE, PLEASE MAINTAIN THE FAIRNESS AND OBJECTIVITY OF A PUBLIC MEDIA!

Jackstrider   February 4th, 2008 6:20 pm ET

For democrats, the choice should be a simple question of strategy for November.
Hillary unifies the Republicans who are unanimously against her.
Obama unifies Americans by appealing across party lines for real solutions.
Do the Democrats want to win in November?

tony   February 4th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

"the best political team on television" HAS BEEN SAID WAY TO MUCH. I AM GOING TO GO CRAZY IF I HEAR THE BIG Wolfe SAY THAT ONCE MORE. WE GET THE MEASAGE.

Anonymous   February 4th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

"the best political team on television" HAS BEEN SAID WAY TO MUCH. I AM GOING TO GO CRAZY IF I HEAR THE BIG Wolfe SAY THAT ONCE MORE. WE GET THE MEASAGE.

demo from GA   February 4th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

CNN is bias because it needs ratings not facts. Clinton shows much more substance and leadership than Obama, but calling it a draw keeps interest and ratings going. There is also a fear factor of media show bias against a black canidate, not that Clinton is better just he can not look not as good. Sad journalism but that is the sad reality. Clinton should beat Obama by a significant margin, then maybe he those his support to her, if not, the republican are back in just as the national media want.

lolo   February 4th, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Go Hillary! I am here in California and I convinced several people to go your way instead of McCain!!!!Go Hillary!!!!!!

Shupikai   February 4th, 2008 6:17 pm ET

Wolfe, what's with the anti-Obama campaign by CNN. Now he is siding with extreme regimes? You need to get back to the "issues" and not these alarming soundbites. This is a week of the underdogs. GO GIANTS, GO OBAMA, GO ROMNEY, GO RON PAUL. Split screen? I think going forward Obama and the rest of the underdogs should shy away from the "best" political team. Currently watching MSNBC following that very sad report. But you are right Wolfe, what a race. I hope no one gets a heart attack over this very high strung race.

Braineel   February 4th, 2008 6:17 pm ET

Um, folks Hillary pictures have been on CNN's front page almost all day, relax with this "vast media conspiracy" theory. People are abuzz, and the subject of that buzz truly is with her opponent. I have profound respect for her, but I believe she is a much more polarizing figure. I have to say, Obama is the way.

Dem all the way   February 4th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

I have been an avid CNN supporter since election 2000 and I'm so glad to see that I'm not losing my mind and others have noticed the blatant Obama bias in the media. Like others, I have noticed that whenever I criticize Obama or support Hillary, my comments never seem to get posted (I wonder even as I type if this one will make it!) It was the final straw to see that ridiculous ticker article about Hillary "crying". I'm also wondering -after this is all over -if there will articles and stories about the whole Obama hype/cult and how it happened. As a Dem, I'll support whoever is the nominee- but it does give me great concern to see this bias...

Jamie   February 4th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

I have never seen CNN so manipulative in it's coverage of a political campaign. I would be happy with either Clinton or Obama, but CNN's constant coverage of Obama makes think I had better vote for Clinton to be on the safe side.

Keith   February 4th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Does CNN want republicans in the white house? My message for all democrats. Please vote Hillary. She is the only one who can win against Republicans. Hillary and Obama are no different. Obama does not stand a chance. Republicans are going to crucify him in the run upto general election.

Democrats for Hillary.

Bru, Asheville, NC   February 4th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Please correct me if I am wrong about this, but when I first started reading the comments in the CNN Political Ticker blog about 6 months ago, many were calling CNN the Clinton News Network because they felt CNN was so biased for Hillary. Now it seems the many of the comments are saying that CNN favors Obama.

What has changed? The people writing these responses, or CNN's coverage?

Which ever case is true, it seems unfair to me. If we, as voters, are to make an intelligent decision about whom to vote for (both in the primaries and the general election), and we get most of our information from the mainstream media, I believe we are getting incomplete information. In my opinion, the media seems to be covering the candidates as if it were a popularity contest and not an election to pick the leader of this country for 4 years. They only seem to cover the "top-tier" candidates, and seldom the rest.

Shouldn't all candidates be treated equally, as long as they are candidates still in the race? Aren't the voters qualified to listen to ALL ideas from ALL candidates, and make our decisions on that, rather than on the filtered information from the media?

Or am I just being naive by thinking that it's not about how much money the candidate has in their pocket?

Juan   February 4th, 2008 6:15 pm ET

Shut up Wolf.

WE NEED A CHANGE!!!!   February 4th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

Go Obama!!!

Nicole Price, Dallas Texas   February 4th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

At least the Paul supporters remain in their parents basements, expelling the virtues of their candidate over the internet, versus at the polls.
Tommorow will be eye opening for many Paul supporters, when they return to earth from Planet Paul.

CD from CT   February 4th, 2008 6:14 pm ET

Wolf – with all the MEDIA hype about only four canidates (?) I really hope the VOTING public remembers the MORE important canidate – Mr. Huckabee. With the mud slingging the other 4 are doing I hope they bury themselves and let us get on with a real honest sincere God fearing individual who can keep us safe and get us back on top as a true world power.

Unite mothers, wives, girlfriends, children and relatives of America ! Go VOTE !

Gavin   February 4th, 2008 6:13 pm ET

Wolf, please stop using the word "UH" so INCESSENTLY during your broadcasting

It's terrible distracting and nerve-racking

oh, and give Senator Clinton equal time on CNN.

Ellen   February 4th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

I am a 38 year old mother of 2 born and raised a Republican. I have never in my life paid very much attention to politics, not really cared very much–until this year–until Senator Barack Obama came into my life. He is truly inspiring. He makes me feel hopeful for the future–my children's future. I think this is what he inspires in so many of us. A vote for Obama is a vote for America. Yes we can.

kurt   February 4th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

I can't believe what I am reading, people really think that CNN favors HRC over Obama? What an insane stance to take. I have been watching the debates it appears that HRC gets so much more exposure and time to speak. The HRC supporters are simply whining because they are finding that she is just not the right person, and everybody is starting to see it. BTW what the hell is up with her crying AGAIN just before people go to vote. That bird has gone batty.

Kim   February 4th, 2008 6:12 pm ET

CNN is also reporting that Clinton will likely win California because the state held early voting – back in late fall and December, when Clinton was holding double-digit leads over Obama.
California field polls and state news media are showing Clinton with a 5 to 12 point lead over Obama.
She will win California tomorrow and overall most states. The media is putting huge spin on Obama catching up to keep us all pumped up.

Jamaica   February 4th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

Sue, before you complain about U.S. politics and its media coverage, perhaps you should focus on that little gay-bashing island you call home.

Jean   February 4th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

You asked what is Hillary's weak spot, in my opinion it is Bill. He is negotiating with foreign foreigh governments to the tune of millions for his "foundation" with no rules as to spending. If she had the backbone she claims she would have thrown him out years ago.

She scares me, and I think her ambition will remove the good that is left in this country. She is abrasive, and is saying what the people want to hear, not really what she believes deep down.

case3   February 4th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

Victor that was some pretty funny crap you wrote about, Obama pretty ignorant though, probably a Ron Paul supporter.

We NEED OBAMA he can really lead and unite much more of America than anyone else. I am a teacher and a veteran, working in the inner city. He is exactly what we need. We need someone who can unite our great country.

Hillary can not win votes from independents or disenfranchised Republicans, both necessary in November. She is good, but way too divisive in middle-American.

Here is hoping for a McCain thumping the Republicans tomorrow and a Ron Paul independent run, to successfully Nader away McCain’s votes. Shoe-in for OBAMA.

I will be watching the three founding members of the Grateful Dead rock the vote tonight, one night only.

God bless

J Pat   February 4th, 2008 6:11 pm ET

I come here every day looking for it but never find it.

When is CNN going to make it official and endorse Barack Hussein Obama for his party's nomination.

Why is it everyone sees the Kennedy's of the great evaluater of change?
Ted has been in the U.S. Senate for 36 years. Why didn't he change whatever it is you people want changed? Maria is married to the Governor of the largest state in our country, why doesn't she look to him for change? Ethel is 80 years old for heaven's sake, her idea of change involves diapers.

It also amuses me that when a member of the so called "Kennedy family" endorses they immediately adopt the last name Kennedy.
I guess it wouldn't be as news worthy to announce that Caroline Schlossberg endorsed a candidate but at least she was born with the name unlike, Ethel Skakel Kennedy or Maria Shriver Schwarzenegger.

Either way i must admit Barack Hussein Obama has a star studded lineup of endorsements.

Ted Kennedy- never worked outside of government
Maria Shriver- television personality
Ethel Kennedy- housewife
Caroline Schlossberg-head of father's Library
George Clooney-actor
Larry David-actor
John Kerry-never worked outside of government
Oprah-television personality

Or as they would say on Jeopardy – Give me ultra liberal millionaires for $1000, Alex.

terry willaims   February 4th, 2008 6:10 pm ET

Hello Wolf
Great job with the debates.As a democrate from Wa. state there is a chance this year I might have a chance to help decide our partys choice and our countrys next president for our caucas is this sat. Wow we have not mattered for years.
As a taxi driver in this Univeresty town I have the ear of the people every night and never seen the young folks so informed about an election
Hey keep up the good work.Terry.

Kyle   February 4th, 2008 6:10 pm ET

Of course, to be fair, we should take note that both Alan Keyes and Mike Gravel are still officially in the race as well...

It's actually 5 Republicans and 3 Democrats.

Jay   February 4th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

Michelle Obama: "I'd Have To Think About" Supporting Hillary As Nominee on Good Morning America today.

If Bill Clinton said he'd "have to think about" supporting Obama, the press would be slamming him. But, no mention on CNN about Michelle Obama's obnoxious comments. This is the new Obama politics?!

Keith   February 4th, 2008 6:09 pm ET

Vote for Hillary. She is the only candidate that understands the issues America is currently facing. Obama is just a talk. I 'm not a Hillary' campaign staff memeber. I heard all Obama's capaign staff does is clutter the blogs and post anti-hillary messages. Nothing is going to stop her.

Hillary for President.

pl. at the UN for a while.   February 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

And, Wolf, you also love to crank up uncertainty.
It is good for reporting and keeping us on the hook.

Lee Chang   February 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

CNN Moderator: The debate: Obama v Clinton, clearly Obama woffled and was at best muddled with his ideas and vision. He is no JFK and no Dr. King. Hillary was herself, what you see is what you get, has strong conviction, substantive and able, America is lucky to have her as your president.

But CNN – how is that a draw, when clearly Hillary leads on all counts – she knows her facts and know how to get there. Obama will still be gropping his way.

Vote Hillary.

Canadian Cate   February 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

As an international viewer and I've been watching American politics since Kennedy was in office (the first one) and I have never seen such over-hype, media controlled frenzy over a candidate in my life – except maybe for George Bush – I am thoroughly discouraged with your biased reporting (and I use that word loosely) and so-called journalism – CNN has turned into Entertainment Tonight – your country is not voting for a rock star, but a world leader – shame on you! You have become the laughing stock of the world – open your eyes Americans and your minds and take a second look at the "annoited one" !

PS – let's see if this message gets posted – none so far have. . . . free press – ya right!

Dem08   February 4th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

The problem, Adam, LA is that Clinton has not be treated fairly by CNN, or the other major cable news outlets. Selective polls are used to push Obama up, and today its been even worse as CNN has extensively covered Obama. There are several polls out there that show Clinton with a larger lead than the CNN poll.

However, CNN cover's a non-story on Clinton today about her teary eyed, emotional welcome from an old collegue. I personally like to know that my canidate is human.

CNN has only featured stories and a soft-ball interview with Obama, showing large crowds, while not even mentioning that Clinton is drawing similar crowds across America.

She doesn't need to be spotlighted, but treated fairly. If Obama is going to be my parties nominee, I need to know more about him than whats being asked.

LIZ   February 4th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

Wolf is so bias!! He should know better than to be. He never says anything good about the other candidates, especially Hillary! This is a website for the hard working americans to stay on top of what is going on....not to hear just about one candidate that he supports.......there are plenty other website to see that!!

Start posting fair views on all candidates!!!!!

HopesAlive   February 4th, 2008 6:07 pm ET

I keep seeing all of these Hillary supporters saying, "she gets things done." Please tell me one thing she got accomplished the first time she was in the White House? She couldn't get her health care past congress then and it was Democratic! All she has is a record of failure. Obama is clearly the best choice, she has already had her chance.

CT VOTER   February 4th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

WOW ! the only ONE missing in Hartfird tonite is O-A I wonder why she couldn't make it?

Deloris Rozier   February 4th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Wolf if you are commenting on Senator Obama's position on immigration please do not omit the entire comment. As I recall during the debate Senator Obama stated that if comprehensive reform was in place for immigrants the drivers license issue would not be a problem. He clarified this very important issue for the American people.

I respect you as a journalist so please do not mis-quote Senator Obamas' position on immigration.

Bukky   February 4th, 2008 6:05 pm ET

You dingbats... READ he was talk about people he interveiwed in the past 2 days.

and yes Ron Paul is a dead duck... so sad, too bad,... But not really. He was nothing but a right wing ralph nader

Rick L   February 4th, 2008 6:04 pm ET

Wolf,
You, along with the rest of the media elites (MSNBC, FOX, CNN), have continued to salivate over Barrack Obama, the same way you salivated over a war in Iraq – without any sense of balance or serious investigation. Yes, both OBAMA and WAR make for high ratings and good tv, but neither are necessarily good for the country, and your over-the-top bias in favor of both is sickening.

When you called Hillary "naive" during the debate, which was an attack on her character in a nationally televised – supposedly unbiased – news program, you didn't mention the naivete of the media at the time Hillary took that vote. The media is just as much to blame for the Iraq War as Congress.

On your show today, I just witnessed one of your sidekicks deliver a biased whack at Clinton, with a phony question to bloggers about who would "unite the republicans more" HIllary or Obama. HELLO? Hillary has been hated by the "vast right wing conspiracy" since Bill was in the White House. Are you telling me that you and your buddies at CNN didn't know this segment would result in negative remarks for Hillary?

Hillary unites republicans the way Reagan united Democrats – but that didn't mean that Reagan would lose. In fact, it should be considered a good thing for the other side to not like the Dem candidate.

WHEN ARE YOU GOING TO STOP ATTACKING CLINTON?

Rebecca   February 4th, 2008 6:04 pm ET

I think it is funny that people say that Obama reminds them of JFK. I think people have forgotten, or selectivley choose to forget, that JFK had women coming and going in and out of the White House behind Jackie's back. Obviously, that is a point that people don't want to remember or comprehend all though we all know it was the truth. Has anyone forgotten about Marilyn Monroe??

Sean   February 4th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

Congratulations Adam from Los Angeles to be the first person to read and understand the article. He was clearly talking about the people he recently interviewed.

Manny from Ottawa Canada   February 4th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

It will be President-elect McCain in November if Obama is Democratic nominee.

Manny from Ottawa Canada

Jack Nicolosi   February 4th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

I am a Hillary Clinton supporter and I think she is not getting a fair voice in the major media. Some of the other networks are jumping on the Barrack Obama bandwagon and are not giving Hillary Clinton any press. I watch CNN because they do give a fair and balanced news cast, but lately you to are jumping on the Barack Obama bandwagon. You are not challenging Barrack Obama on the issues and are giving him a free ride. Thanks Jack Nicolosi

lombardi   February 4th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

wolfe you and jack and your obama media supporters all you do is try to make obama out to be the good guy. The media might as well give him the democrat nominate . Good luck i hope it comes back to bite you and jack and your media crony panel. YOUR TRULY HILLARY SUPPORTER

Piers   February 4th, 2008 6:02 pm ET

I'm still not quite sure what Hillary has done that is so impressive? What is this "experience" she talks about?? Moreover, I think experience is overrated. I don't know about you guys, but I was turned down for sooooo many jobs because I didn't have 'experience,' and now years later I realise that I could have done those jobs quite easily! I always think of it as a bit of a cop-out, the inability to discern true talent. Whenever I interview people I try to look past the jobs they've had in the past, and instead on their talent and grey-matter, which I believe is alot more important.

Obama 08!

Mark   February 4th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Adam is right. No kidding! When I logged on to CNN politics it was Hillary's face on the page not Barack's. Give me a break if you think CNN favors Obama. It has been and still is the Clinton News Network. How about after the debate when James Carville is one of the "pundits" analyzing who won. Even the Pres. of TWX was uncomfortable. The Clintons, whine, wheedle and weasel their way around the country....oops I forgot the tears. Enough already!! And Wolf, you have been the worst of all the debate hosts.

TAZ   February 4th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

WOW–CNN already has Obama a winner and they are trying to get everyone that watches CNN to be a lover(as they are) of Obama.They have to say Obama in their sleep,especially Wolf.I wonder if he is getting paid by Obama for everytime he says OBAMA?????Get with it CNN,Obama is not the only one that is running for president

Lee Chang   February 4th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

Wolf: CNN is no more that balance news station anymore. I have turned to watch CNBC these days. Like your blogs now – you only show those for Obama. I am sure there are many Hillary supporters – but their comments seem to be missing.
GO HILLARY GO.

jim geminiano   February 4th, 2008 5:58 pm ET

CNN is the only Channel I watch but you give a lot of free time and exposure to McCain and Obama especially during those rallies . The silent majority of Americans are turn off by excessive celebrity endorsement s and media biases ! Why can't you be fair instead of being bias . You give 10 times more exposure to Obama tha Clinton . I have turn off my TV for now .

France   February 4th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

CNN:

Are you not supposed to be impartial?????

You have been plugging Obama for what seems like weeks nowl...

Come on, try to look as though you have not decided on a candidate already. You are supposed to be fair to your public.

Jay   February 4th, 2008 5:55 pm ET

For all the people complaining about CNN's coverage of the election – nobody's forcing you to tune in or log on to this website. If you don't like the coverage your candidate is getting, go get it from somewhere else. This is America after all.

jim Scottsdale AZ   February 4th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

People Bush just sent a 3 trillion dollar budget to the house. We are 60 trillion in debt including Medicare and social security. We are in a 135 countries with 700 bases, an Empire. We are broke.

We work from Jan 1st throught to the middle of July for the Govt. The dollar is dropping like a rock, good paying jobs are levaing this Country. McCain wants to be in Iraq for a 100 years, what does that cost?? Gold is over 900.00 an ounce. Gas in 2000 was a 1.42 a gallon..

The American people worry about democrats and republicans I worry about my income. I worry about why we went to war with false data, for those of you that still read there is a book called Curveball read that, we wnt to War for no reason.

I have my tooth paste made in a communist country (China ), but the other Communist Country I can't buy a cigar?? The Foreign policy in this Country is broken. We spent a trillion dollars and stil can't catch Osma. no one holds them responsible.

I will vote for Barack once Ron Paul is done, but Ron Paul if you would look at this record is the only hope that Rome has. We need drastic change, not just a few policies.

Wake up

Kansas Democrat   February 4th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

In my memory, Wolf allowed Hillary to completely DOMINATE THE DEBATE.

THE DEBATE WAS MORE LIKE A MONOLOGUE THAN A DEBATE. SHE WAS BLABBING AND BLABBING AND BLABBING.

I AGREE – QUIT WHINING!! She has had enormous amounts of coverage and airtime.

Rod Taylor   February 4th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

The Presidential run between Clinton and Obama is somewhat reminiscent of Kerry and Bush only this time, it's CNN that's doing the Swiftboating and they sure ain't doing it on Obama! It doesn't seem to matter what point Hillary makes in any debate or campaign speech, CNN is going to put the knife squarely in her back!

AND WE THOUGHT WE HAD A DEMOCRACY???

margie   February 4th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Wow, Wolf you have done it again. Obama is obviously your guy, I hope he picks you as press secretary. You beat Fox news hands down for one sided reporting.
I dare you to post this. You always put me in moderation when I say anything against Obama.
Watch Hillary tomorrow. We will see what you have to say with all your predictions and inuendos.

Kyle   February 4th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Oh, the voters are in the process of making history alright... making the U.S. go the way of history.

"Change" is exactly what everyone's going to get... precisely because everyone will vote for the status quo talking heads yet again. (And that includes Obama...he just throws the word around most often).

Only this time, they won't be able to escape the reality of deficit spending and the inevitable economic corrections. It's gonna be a bumpy ride, hope you've all secured your financial seatbelts!

RP08.

Willie   February 4th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

I t worked so well for her the first time she tried it, she's at it again......emotional and misty eyed Hilary the day before big primaries at her her law school with sorority sisters......But of course, we aren't playing the ginder card are we. This should get her and Bill several more hours with unbiased??? CNN broadcasts.

Belle   February 4th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

I gave six reasons why I supported Clinton over Obama. My post stayed in moderation and never made it to the comments page.

LeeAnn   February 4th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Wolf this is crazy – CNN is SO ANTI Hillary it is not even funny. I ahve watched CNN all evening and ALL I am seeing is Barack Obama this and Barack Obama that.

And every thing posted on the ticker is negative about hillary or positive about obama.

Even Jack "posed a question" today should women not endorse hillary. Why couldnt hhe have asked the same questions about Obama – Should black folks endorse Obama? It just make me so cynical about the medias role in this election.

I am not saying dont show positive obama things – I like the guy – what I am saying is show something – ask something – for christs sake do something positive in the Hillary light – she aint all that bad :)

Even with your criticism and obama chest thumping I am voting for Hillary.

You guys should re think your reporting efforts – I appreciate what you do just not how you are doing during this election.

and now I have to look forward to seeing your interview with obama AGAIN – UGG.:(

Respectfully submitted – LeeAnn

Emily   February 4th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Why has the media turned so biased during the past few weeks? Why do you mention interviews with Obama, Romney and Huckabee, but there is NO mention of Clinton? I'm so sick of mainstream media trying to choose OUR candidates for November. Look at the polls – Clinton is still in this election too and she's in it to WIN, so start reporting without bias!

Paul, Atlanta   February 4th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Hillary supporters will have the last laugh tomorrow. All the polls are biased towards Obama as the pollsters are only polling the young voters on the street. The seniors are going to come out tomorrow and overwhelmingly vote for Hillary.

We have 90 year olds in our hospital who wanted to live for the day they voted for a woman president. Hillary is going to win overwhelmingly tomorrow, look for the result!

CNN will not aire this statement since they are very biased towards Obama but it's just worth a try!

Viktoriya   February 4th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

Gallup poll, February 4.

Clinton 47%
Obama 43%

Hillary 2008!!!

john   February 4th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

I think it's time to unleash Bill again.

apollo   February 4th, 2008 5:50 pm ET

If McCain had won Maine, the media would have called it a devastating blow. Romney's win puts him within 6 delegates.

Tomorrow will be exciting. Best wishes to all the candidates.

Eric, California   February 4th, 2008 5:47 pm ET

Thank goodness for REAL news reporting here in Los Angeles by ABC which reported today that "Survey U.S.A. has Clinton beating Barack Obama 53 percent to 41 percent. With John Edwards out of the race, Clinton has gained four points since last week's poll and Obama is up another three points."

That's a 12 point lead for Hillary! CNN, apparently your sources are a bit skewed!

Hillary '08

Pat   February 4th, 2008 5:46 pm ET

It will be so nice when this bickering is over and the " Situation Room " and the "Best Political Team In Politics?" get back to covering other earth shattering news as reported by Lou Dobbs and Jack Cafferty. At least I get a chuckle out of them. I have also run out of other TV stations to switch to.

Jasmine   February 4th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

After so many elections reporting apathy on the part of the American voter, it's great to see the enthusiasm, and attention to the issues that this campaign has brought. I attribute that to one person, Obama. He is inspirational beyond anything I have ever seen. As a life long Republican who consistently voted for lower taxes and smaller government, this election I will proudly be voting for Obama. My willingness to pay more out of my own pocket is a testament to Obamas character that I feel supersedes my own benefits. American needs Obama and I will sacrifice personally for that.

Berni   February 4th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

To Wolf and his so-called "best political team", your shameless bias for Obama and unfair treatment of Hillary is just nauseating for lovers of justice and fair play ! Many people also believe that you guys pick and choose only the emails that favor Obama and limit those that seem to be not so favorable towards him!

Mike J.   February 4th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

Wolf i think someone should pull you out of Obamas you no what.Why cant we see at least one person on your show that is sticking up for Hillary Clinton.When will you people get it that Obama is a car salesman that will tell you anything to get the sale.Wolf why dont you give Hillary an interveiw.One without you trying to make her look like a fool.So the people can see she is the person for the job.Or are you afraid.You are dropping veiwers like flies.You might be helping Obama but your hurting reputation.

Mike J.

Ethio   February 4th, 2008 5:44 pm ET

Mrs. Clinton has been involved in issues, everything from health care, which we know and prison reform and helping the military, speaking for women and speaking for Americans!!!! OBAMA I don't!!!

Roz   February 4th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Way to Go CNN. The most Bias name in news.
At least there are other forms of Media and Media Channels out there to find some actual facts on all the candidates instead of just Obama, Obama Obama.

CNN when are you going to stop letting Wolf tarnish your ratings?

Andre   February 4th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Just like Sue from Jamaica, I live in Canada and these elections matter a lot to us up north. From a recent poll up here with Canadians, Democrats would squash the Republicans with a 75-25%. Even 35% of our hardcore conservatives would vote for the Democrats. Also, Hillary is preferred by 65% of us polled over Obama. The Clintons are very very much liked up here.

Sorry, but having the Obama camp paying good money for inspirational speeches don't cut it. There's no money to pay others for doing the top job. Anyhow, whatever outcome affects our country immensely and just hope it's a Democrat that wins!!

GO HILLARY!!!

John Walling   February 4th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

To the press:
PLease don't shovell down our throats your favor candidates!...Let us, the people , the voters decide whom we think the best, the most experienced, the most able candidates are!...
Why don't you all just do your job as reporters, good or bad but just REPORTES!...
John

Adam, Los Angeles   February 4th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

Hey all of you Clinton-Fanatics, he didn't mention her because he was writing about the people he interviewed over the past two-days.

QUIT WHINING ABOUT CLINTON NOT BEING IN THE SPOTLIGHT OF EVERY ARTICLE!!!

Eric   February 4th, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Survey USA polls are out and shows Hillary doing very well in CA and MO

24 hours till votes are counted in the California Democratic Primary, Hillary Clinton appears to fend-off a late charge from Barack Obama, 53% Clinton, 41% Obama, according to SurveyUSA's 12th pre-primary tracking poll. Other pollsters show the contest closer. In SurveyUSA's last 3 tracking polls, Obama had led among men. At the wire, the two are tied. For 9 months, Clinton has led among women, at one point by 50 points. At the wire, she leads by 23. Obama leads for the first time in the San Francisco Bay Area. But Clinton dominates in greater Los Angeles, and maintains smaller leads in the Inland Empire and Central Valley. Among voters under age 50, Clinton leads by 6. Among voters 50+, Clinton leads by 21. Clinton leads by 5 among white voters, but overpowers Obama among Latinos. Obama leads 4:1 among black voters, but there are materially fewer blacks in California than Latinos. Clinton leads among Democrats. Obama leads among Independents.

Anton Frankovich   February 4th, 2008 5:40 pm ET

It is quite obvious that CNN does not believe in equal time when it comes to Hillary and Obama. I've been watching you people every day, most of the day, and you are very consistent at favoring Obama over Hillary in the amount of time and reporting you give to Obama. Let's be fair and not show favoritism toward Obama. CNN has always been a favorite in our home, but you're about to lose our respect because of your slanted reporting during this political race between two very good candidates.

DK   February 4th, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Yes, the media (including CNN) manufactured in the last 3 days such a tremendous story First, Obama gaining in the polls then bringing Obama and Clinton to a dead heat by today (Monday before Super Tuesday) and they did all this with sample polls of how many people? Maybe a thousand or two – that's really great reporting – GIVE ME A BREAK! The media needs to stop force feeding Obama to everyone and yes, I hope tomorrow the backlash gives them all red faces. GIVE ME A BREAK #2 – Obama would jump at the chance to be VP – why wouldn't he? All arguments given through CNN that Obama wouldn't want to play third fiddle to Bill is a bunch of silly boy talk. I'm sure Obama is man enough (or maybe not) to work for a woman. Finally, let me remind everyone – whose to say Hillary wasn't the one actually running the country the first time they were in the White House? See you at the polls.

Daniel   February 4th, 2008 5:37 pm ET

You love the drama!

You're always tring to cause a fight. You twist words.

alan   February 4th, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Ron Paul?
LOL
Seriously, RON PAUL?
HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA
Thank you for that.
I needed a good laugh today.

Jim , Houston   February 4th, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Wolf Blitzer likes uncertainty because he goes around Politicians like an Old Mid-Wife!

Jasmine   February 4th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

As a female who served in the Armed forces and would love to support a female as president, it has to be the right female, that's not Clinton. If anything, I feel that a person who changes their position based on their audiance is not a good reflection on any gender.

alice   February 4th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

I think Super Tuesday will be too close to call for the Dems. I think McCain will be the Rep candidate. At the end I think it will be Obama v McCain.
Wolf I think you are doing an outstanding job on CNN.

Eric, California   February 4th, 2008 5:34 pm ET

Thank goodness for REAL news reporting here in Los Angeles by ABC which reported today that "Survey U.S.A. has Clinton beating Barack Obama 53 percent to 41 percent. With John Edwards out of the race, Clinton has gained four points since last week's poll and Obama is up another three points."

That's a 12 point lead for Hillary! CNN, apparently your sources are a bit skewed!

Hillary '08

oma   February 4th, 2008 5:34 pm ET

Thanks M. Blitzer, and also same to your team, for a good service in covering the US election. I'm only dropping a line to tell that as a french who lives abroad from his country (not in the USA), and much interested in our world politics and state, Barak Obama looks like a great opportunity, both for our world to stand, and for your country to be the true leader it deserves to be: one without shame. My own country failed to do that for the last election, sadly. Barak Obama would look like a king on the side of Nicolas Sarkozy, that's for sure! I wish for Obama. He's got all my support, at least in thoughts. Please, people, go vote. Just vote.

Jack   February 4th, 2008 5:33 pm ET

Best political team. By far.

I really do hope Barack wins the nomination and the presidency. It would be almost to good to be true. I would urge barack to ask Blitzer to be his White House correspondant. Heck, I'd ask CNN to become the White House correspondant for Barack. You have to love the media in this country!!

GO Hillary!!!!

BOB   February 4th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

SURVEY USA POLL OUT TODAY, FEBRUARY 4TH MONDAY

CALIFORNIA CLINTON LEADS BY 12 POINTS

MISSOURI CLINTON LEADS BY 11 POINTS

NEW JERSEY CLINTON LEADS BY 11 POINTS

GO HILLARY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

flimflam   February 4th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

For you lazy folks... knowbeforeyouvote.com This link is good for intelligent people as well. I showed my friends and it was like watching someone wake up from a 30 year coma. Pretty funny.

Mark Lane   February 4th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

Wolf,
I like many others are more than a little tired of your personal insights. You're a newscaster; all we expect from you is to report what you see and hear. Let us take it from there. You are not the celebrity we are focused on. If we are looking for ruminations and backfill, we can tune into Larry King–America's bartender. Unfortunately, like most journalists who have stolen their share and more of the limelight, you have the illusion that anyone cares about your personal opinion. And since we've gotten so much of that, we know already. And we just don't care about what Wolf Blitzer thinks.

B Campbell   February 4th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

A lot of what Ron Paul says makes a lot of sense. He appears to be honest in his answers, very informative, when asked by the different news reporters – like Meet The Press etc. I believe his downfall is that he is not Presidential in his appearance.

Who will win is up for grabs, and it is the first time in my life of voting that I find it so difficult to vote for a canidate.

David from Annapolis   February 4th, 2008 5:29 pm ET

I am a huge Obama fan, but I do agree that the Media is in love with Obama and they have greatly helped to make this a race. The Clintons are a powerhouse combo and are (were) the pick of the Democratic powers. The fact is that Obama has that special touch that Hillary (and Bill) just don't have. Obama has less experience and is not nearly the policy machine that Hillary is, but he has been holding his own. Personally, I think this is great. – Hillary or Obama would be great options compared to W and either can take the country in a better direction.

Chris   February 4th, 2008 5:29 pm ET

I don't know much about Ron Paul except he reminds me of Woody Harelson and apparently a lot of his ideas are crazy...

Monty   February 4th, 2008 5:28 pm ET

Ron Paul has the most donations of any GOP candidate, including the support of the troops, who donated more than twice the amount to his campaign than to any other candidate. He fights for the rights of the American people, would bring the troops home, and save the dying dollar and our economy. Ron Paul is the true Champion of the Constitution. Freedom is popular, but people first have to have a chance to hear the message. Thanks CNN and the rest of the MSM for failing to provide the American public with fair coverage of the candidates.

-Monty Lochrie

Anne   February 4th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

In response to Lena's comment: Really, Lena? You aren't sure about Hillary because of the way she laughs? Is this what we've come to? Shall I pick on something equally infantile and say I can't vote for Barack because he has ears that stick out, or that he can't speak more than a half a line without stammering (unless he is reading a speech)? Furthermore, I take issue with a man who has been bringing the house down with his putpit-pounding refrain, while he claims to be riding a wave into the future. Not looking to the past, but to the future. I wonder then, how he reconciles evoking JFK all the time now (and only since getting some Kennedy endorsements, interestingly). He certainly does know how to ride a wave!

Eric, California   February 4th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

CNN is so blatantly biased towards Obama it's DISAPPOINTING! Has Oprah also made contributions to CNN? Seriously. What gives?!?!

Jon H., Denver, CO   February 4th, 2008 5:26 pm ET

You have no control when moderating debates!

Proud Californian   February 4th, 2008 5:24 pm ET

Lena, what do you see in Obama as being so sincere? His Iraq war position was stated when he wasn't even a senator yet, yet he changed and sided with Bush when he was campaigning for Kerry and Edwards knowing that those two voted against the war....YOU CALL THAT SINCERITY? The Kennedy's are endorsing BO (not body odor) because they are jealous now that they are NO longer the standard bearer of the democrats.

Chuck   February 4th, 2008 5:23 pm ET

I think a President should be able to "walk the walk" and not just "talk the talk". Senator Obama is truly and amazing speaker and motivator; however Senator Clinton has demonstrated her ability to get things done. The country needs a "get it done" person not just a good speaker. I have no doubt that Senator Obama will be a historically inspiring President someday, he just needs a bit more experience. I think Clinton is the best person to get the country back on the right track.

Bruce Jackson   February 4th, 2008 5:23 pm ET

CNN continues to seize any opportunity to paint Senator Clinton in a negative light and uses every opportunity to continue to hype Senator Obama. If Mr. Blitzer was going to ask Hillary a direct question on her support on Iraq, in the debate, why not ask why Senator Obama failed to cast a vote on the designation of Iran's Al Quds force as a terrorist group? He was campaigning, while Senator Clinton was busy supporting the troops. This is the Iranian group according to US Military Commander's (which everyone claims to listen too) is funneling weapons to the same insurgents killing America's Sons and Daughter in Iraq and Afganistan! CNN what happen to the journalist who report the facts? Or are we waiting until the General Election to raise these issues?

Elizabeth, Minnesota   February 4th, 2008 5:22 pm ET

Obama seems to make people hot like Bill Clinton did so while I don't doubt there could be some journalistic bias I also think he has the charisma Bill did and it is palpable (or so everyone says who sees him in person.)

My husband says that Hillary's smiles don't reach her eyes and that is often the case. I think without Obama I would be so excited about Hillary. But put the two together and it's not even comparable. Old school, old politics, baby boomer generation with black and white thinking, and then you have Obama... who can put a smack down to a question about immigrants "taking the jobs from blacks in America" without being called racist or insensitve, who can have white women vote for him over the white woman candidate, who can piss off the old school black baby boomers because he's not "black enough" for them, etc.

I love American democracy. It's super messy, complicated and wonderful at all once. I welcome the NEW mistakes and FRESH changes created by a NEW Obama-led America!

Ash   February 4th, 2008 5:22 pm ET

wolf i'm an independant, and i want to see a push for the Clinton Obama unity for the white house after super tuesday!
if i keep seeing them against each other i'm going with mccain !

David   February 4th, 2008 5:21 pm ET

I can't believe people are still backing Obama. He's going to get trashed during the general election if he wins the nomination. Hillary is better prepared, which I think the L.A. debates showed clearly... which is why CNN calling it a draw confuses me! She had more detailed explanations of her plans and policies. How was that draw? She mopped the floor with Obama. Just goes to show the media's infatuation with Mr. Obama... quite revolting if you ask me.

Anyway, I'm a young(19), MALE, who will proudly be voting for Hillary Clinton tomorrow morning!

Clinton '08

Tom in MA   February 4th, 2008 5:20 pm ET

All I know is that every comment I post, mostly unfavorable to Obama, stays in moderation while those posting after me go up like nothing. Not one of about my last six posting have made it.

Victor   February 4th, 2008 5:18 pm ET

I admire Obama, he inspire people and will be a great president to unify the country and repair what Bush has done to this countary. If hillary won, bill clinton will paly a major role to return the trust and confidence aroud the world esprcialy moderate Moslim because they need to be treated in a depolomatice way in order to make business with them. At the same time we as americans might harvest the benifit economicaly because he was their during th 90's.
On the other hand if Obama won the world will like this also and the moslim world will like him more, simply because of his middle name "Hussen". They will call him president "Hussen Obama". They will praise him more and they will say this a sign from God. God wants the west to be moslim world. Therefore they will increase the attack and vilonce to acheive the well of God.
Because of that reason I am going to vote for Hillary.

Lucy Smith   February 4th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

I am so tired of all the Hillary bashing. I think people are jealous of her and afraid of her candor. I lived in NYC when she was elected and we recently moved to L. A. She answers all the questions when she is asked clearly and directly.(what you see is what you get. The other candidate Obama skates around the issues. He is all hype. She has worked very hard and for a very long time to bring change to this country. She deserves to lead this country especially now. She rocks. You go girl.

Nelda Rodriguez   February 4th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

I am a hispanic democrat and strongly support Hillary Clinton, She is very knowledgeable and I think could take our nation to a different direction I think the news media has given Barak Obama the momentum, and as for Ophra supporting him that is her right-but that is not going to make me run out and vote for him. Obama he talks about bringing the nation together- just like he did not reach out and shake her hand at the state of the union-that to me is not bringing people together! I would vote republican before I vote for him!

w.c. gann   February 4th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

HILLARY IS AND WILL MAKE THE BEST PRESIDENT, SHES BEEN THERE DONE THAT. AND CAN STOP THIS WAR EVEN IF SHE DID VOTE UNDER BUSHES LIES , SHES A GREAT LADY AND ILL FIGHT FOR HER.

BILL

Anne   February 4th, 2008 5:15 pm ET

Can you tell me where I can tune in for truly unbiased election coverage? I always turned to you, thinking Fox News was a joke. Now you have shown me you are just as skewed in favor of your favorite candiate Obama. It pains me to watch you anymore, because Obama is not my candidate. It is all Obama, all the time. I'm serious here. Where can I get unbiased coverage please?

Eileen Polanco   February 4th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Hola?Wolf B ?
I love uncertanty too. Wolf i have to tell u thtat i am so addicted to CNN that i can't live without it. For me you are like Moises. You are like the son of God, because u are in CNN just to tell the true.
i have to tell u that evrything i know is because CNN.I have learned English just because CNN.
My dream is just to meet u and tell u in person how greatfull i am to CNN and why?
GOD BLESS U WOLF. EILEEN POLANCO

Diane   February 4th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

The men are pumped, and meanwhile, Hillary is coughing and tearing up. She's human and showing her faults, unlike the male candidates who act tough through it all. It's time for less of this stupid testosterone in the White House. Vote Hillary!

Dudley Fernandez   February 4th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Lena
I am glad it tokk the Kennedy endorsements for you to see the inspiration in the Obama's

DeWay, MO.   February 4th, 2008 5:11 pm ET

As a democrat, I believe it will be more diffcult foe Obama to win in the national election that clinton. the momentum is there now because it is primary, at the national election the white and latino will not vote for the black. I know this because am out there working on get out to vote everyday. Hillary have his our issues, but it will be a child play to what Obama will face. like one voter asked me "why is it that Obama never explain how he got 1.2million house, when McCain who has worked all his live doesn't and the clinton does not have a house until after their presidency. What this voter is talking about is Rezco, and he concluded Obama have a bad judgement but he get away with it now and the media is to blame.

Kevin in Madison, WI   February 4th, 2008 5:11 pm ET

This thing will NOT be over on Super Tuesday. Look for Wisconsin to give Obama the boost he needs to wrap this up when we vote on Feb. 19!

Sue   February 4th, 2008 5:10 pm ET

Please note so many more important issues to cover. Hillarys so called crying and Obama Super Bowl are not important to this election!!!!! You and your station are Obama-bias and this is not the unbiased coverage we are supposed to get. I do not think CNN wants a woman in power because you actually waste time reporting on Hillary possibly crying but you state that Obama is pumped up .Maybe you need to recognize the other Republican candidates while your at it.

Richy   February 4th, 2008 5:09 pm ET

I simply cannot believe it. What is happening to CNN? You people are taking sides. That man going by the name Jack Cafferty just put out a Clinton hater poll knowing where the results will go, and spewed out a vernom against Hillary Clinton

Shupikai   February 4th, 2008 5:09 pm ET

Wolfe, I think the media's role in this election has been inconsistent. I am happy that the people have started looking through the confusion. Just today, Wolfe shows split screen of Obama with all these "bad guys" and goes on to say he "flipped" his opinion on Iraq. Shocking and very biased. I don't think the media should try to "lead" the candidates and make dramatic statements at this late stage. This was Fox news, please not CNN!! I think Hillary Clinton is ahead in the polls and CNN may be playing on the minds of Clinton supporters so they come out in a panic (like New Hampshire).

aware   February 4th, 2008 5:07 pm ET

Obamamania brings uncertainty and unpredictability. It is much like American Idol. So much hype is counterproductive unless you really want the Republicans back. :(

I don't want a pumped president. I want a president who can and will get the job done.

Hillary 08

wow the haters   February 4th, 2008 5:06 pm ET

The uncertainty??? Ummm i don't so .. CNN has already decided the election for us by the coverage they give to the candidates they want to win. I am Certain there is no Uncertainty when it comes to CNN .. its rediculously obvious

Cathie   February 4th, 2008 5:06 pm ET

I am from Canada but follow American politics as it has a great effect on the rest of the world. I really notice how your media is so against Hillary Clinton. Even in the last debate there were no tough questions for Barrac but Hillary had to answer questions on her vote in congress to her husband 's involvement in her campaign . American media reminds me of a ref at a hockey game whose actions have a great effect on the outcome. I do know that the battle worn Hillary Clinton will be ready for the republicans attacks on the race to the white house. I think poor little Barrac won't be ready for them and media won't be attaching the republicans as they jumped on the Clintons if they said anything against Oboma. It would be awful if you ended up with republicans back in your White House because the media demonized The Clintons

Lena   February 4th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

I was very inspired by Michelle Obama's speech yesterday. Seeing two Kennedys backing Obama is encouraging for those of us who are hoping for a change a president who may probably demonstrate some qualities like that of JFK.
I hope Obama wins tomorrow. . I am not sure what it is about Hillary but there is that something about her that seems insincere. She has that gallows laughter she gives when confronted with questions she does not want to address not that she can't./

E Smith   February 4th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

Stop all of the anti-Hillary bias...I've talked with dozens of supporters and we are all sickened by the bias in the coverage. What happened to journalistic integrity?

I spoke to a friend at CNN's bureau and he said it was hard to stop because so many of his coworkers are supporting Obama. This is ridiculous and unacceptable!

This is exactly the same fever the media had right before New Hampshire. Your job is not to influence, it is to report.

Let's get back to balance and fairness in our coverage.

Jim   February 4th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

When the election is over...I really hope that someone has been monitoring CNN and tracking the obvious bias towards Obama. Every "expert" on their best team in politics drops plugs for Obama...and jumps at the chance to bring down Hillary.

I guess it's ok for a station to pick a candidate...but CNN is claiming to be unbiased. Someone needs to address this and expose them for what they have been doing.

Dan   February 4th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

Ron Paul Beats McCain in Maine Caucus, Primed to Win Over 1/3 of State Delegates

In the race for delegates, Ron Paul appears to closely trail Romney for first place

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 4, 2008

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA – While most reports about this past weekend’s Maine Caucus focused on the purely symbolic presidential preference poll, in the meaningful race to secure delegates to the state convention Ron Paul is primed to finish second with likely 35 percent of the total delegates.

sue   February 4th, 2008 5:03 pm ET

Hey Wolf,

i thought you guys were objective , why when I go on the cnn website, I only see Hilary's face. You are giving her an additional platform. I am jamaican , living in jamaica. But American politics affect our bread and butter issues . Please make it fair.

alvin berry   February 4th, 2008 5:02 pm ET

it is simple really. I you perfer that billions of dollars go to Iraq and many more american young people die or one year of the war $ would bring healthcare for all american children udner 6.

Make ti simple. VOTE OBAMA

Abby   February 4th, 2008 5:02 pm ET

I think Senator Clinton is wrong on many of the issues. Being first lady and having experience does not automatically qualify you to be the president. I also liked what Senator Obama said about having to be right right on day one as well as ready.

Pam   February 4th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

There isn't even a mention of Hillary Clinton in this report! No surprise at the continuance of Wolf and CNN's bias against her. For CNN and Wolf it's all about Obama. That could come back to smack you in the face!

brian   February 4th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

Ron Paul is still running, please do not forget (or should I say ignore). But, alas, you will be unable to avoid it for long, because Ron Paul is in for the long haul, with plenty of supporters, plenty of cash, and will be racking up delegates. Huckabee as Power Broker? Come on. It will be Ron Paul when all is said and done.

Prediction – Huckabee busts tomorrow. He bails out. Romney may be close behind because he will get tired of spending all his money. Republicans wary of John McCain will be left with four choices:
Stay home and don't vote.
Move over to Obama or Clinton (yeah, right).
Hold their noses and vote for McCain (his mom said it best).
Or wake up to freedom and vote for Ron Paul!!

Please print this and let freedom have a voice, at least on the comment section if not in actual articles.

Mair, Baltimore, MD   February 4th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

You know,.......one would think that "the best political team in television" would know that there are FOUR people still running in the republican primary.

Ya'll ought to be ashamed of yourselves.

Justin, Iowa   February 4th, 2008 4:58 pm ET

I agree, Ron Paul does need credit (even though i cant agree with him on ANY issue) He still deserves the same attention as the rest, just like Dennis Kucinich should have been allowed to debate.

We need a candidate who can break through the eile and unite and heal our country, help rid the lobbyists and interest groups who use money as power and most of all, fix the mistakes of a broken administration. Vote OBAMA Febuary 5th! We changed a state (Iowa, South Carolina), lets change the nation tomorrow!!!

OBAMA '08!!!!

COLLECTIVE WILL   February 4th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

you only loose when you give up... search for a deep meaning

wanda williams   February 4th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

hillary will win tuesday also delegates.

Dudley Fernandez   February 4th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

Mr. Blitzer
I tired of your biased reporting. I have yet to see you ask Barack any tough questions on the economy, Iraq and health care. Barack has claimed to oppose the war in Iraq, but he does not say what he has done in opposition.

In the Republican debate (so called) it lloks like CNN does not give Ron Paul or Mike Huckabee the time of day. CNN is begining to look like the "President Maker".
Let us make up our own mind. I do not care to know if you see whether a candidate is cool, collected and pumped, this is not my criteria for picking a President.

Rick Portland, OR   February 4th, 2008 4:56 pm ET

A vote for Huckabee is a vote for McCain. Vote for Romney and help him pull off the biggest upset since... Sunday's super bowl! Romney has family values... something McCain can't say (he left his handicapped wife for a woman 17 years younger than himself).

Max Hartman   February 4th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

Ron Paul has about as much of a shot as a third party candidate- you know many third party primaries are being held tomorrow and Wolf didn't mention them either. Should he? No. It's great you support your candidate, and it is great that folks in other parties celbrate theirs, but just because some Joe Schmo is running doesn't mean they deserve to get play in an article about the real presidential contenders.

Ray   February 4th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

Wolf – I cant wait for SuperDuperTuesday either! I'm in MN and plan to caucus for my girl, Hillary! I want a women in the White House. Barack is great, and I LIKE him, but we NEED Hillary to clean up after 7 years of G.W.Bush.

Jamie   February 4th, 2008 4:54 pm ET

I am changing my vote to Obama. I don't like Hillary fudging her 34 year experience. One year as a volunteer does not match up with the 33 years in high profile law firms, being in the White House, and a Senator. That is not the type of experience I am looking for in the next President of the United States.

Luis   February 4th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

Wolf,

You pandered to Hillary during the debate you moderated and now you "Love the uncertainty?" You ought to be a politician............................let's see, wet finger, hold up, which way is the wind blowing, LOL.

After all, this is the Clinton News Network (CNN).........

Ron Bennett   February 4th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

Supper Tuesday is going to be difficult to predict. New poles coming out shows that Obama has the momentum but there are a large number of people who got there mail in ballots over a month ago and have already voted. So in retrospect a poll that shows Obama ahead in California by 2 percent didn't take into account the 2 millions ballots already sent out before Obama big momentum change and all his endorsements. Clinton will win big in the states that have mail in ballots and Romney will do better than predicted before McCain’s big push in the poles.

Christy   February 4th, 2008 4:53 pm ET

I did my research for months now. Reading books by and on Hillary Clinton. To think of a white house run by her is just as discouraging as the white house run by George Bush. If Hillary is the candidate I will note vote in November. She is as corrupt as are all these politicians. There could be nothing good to come out of a Clinton Presidency.

The Clinton's let us down once and now America wants to be let down again. Her failed attempt at healthcare the first time should give you a look into her proven record. She cause deception, devisivness, and was closed minded. She held closed door meetings and was scandalous in firing the entire Travel Staff of Clinton's presidency to hire her friends and family.

She had her people ransack the office of Vince Foster when he died...what is it that you suppose she was hiding???More scandal more corruption and tommorrow people are heading to the polls for more of the same.

Barack Obama is our hope right now and if we want change we must elect Obama.

Don't be fooled people!!! Please VOTE tommorrow!!

BlackHouse   February 4th, 2008 4:51 pm ET

This change is something that no president in US history can ever compare, not even JFK. This time the WhiteHouse will actually CHANGE! Vote for OB!

Matt   February 4th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Ron Paul is viable? Since when? Seriously, the Ron Paul followers need to give it up. He was never a viable candidate. Now less than ever.

Sorry, maybe next time?

Tom in MA   February 4th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Ron Paul......heck he didn't even mention Clinton! Not that I expected anymore ffrom CNN. It's all part of the MSM Obama lovefest.

Bob Wit   February 4th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Oh calm yourself. We all know Ron Paul doesn't stand a chance against McCain, Romney, or Huckabee.

Now, if Ron Paul were a Democrat, he may have more of a shot. Not that his stances on taxes or trade would help him...

Though, trust me. As a Democrat and an Obama supporter, I would gladly accept his Republican nomination, because he'd be a much easier defeat then McCain...

chevyk   February 4th, 2008 4:49 pm ET

i agree i dont care but i feel ron is not getting his due

Adarrah for Obama   February 4th, 2008 4:49 pm ET

BARACK OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT 2008!!

NM Democrat   February 4th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

Why is it that you continuted to badger Senator Clinton (during the debate) about the final date of withdrawal of the troops? You tried to get her to commit to the same 16 months for complete withdrawal that Obama has stated (in the past) that he would do. During your interview with Obama today, you asked him if he would be tying his hands if he committed to 16 months, because he does not know what will be going on in 16 months. His response was shocking to me, because he basically has stated that he would be flexible to the end date and you put on the TV that the end date may be left open. During the debate, I wondered why you tried to get Senator Clinton to commit, but I am glad that she did not fall for it, because it may not have been a popular answer, but it was a common sense anwser. Thanks for reading!!!!

colene from new york   February 4th, 2008 4:48 pm ET

Obama will make us proud.

Shabab Wahid   February 4th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Mr. Blitzer, I am writing from the University at Buffalo. I follow CNN very closely and recently watched your interview of Ralph Nader. If the opportunity to interview him in the future comes along (I'm sure it will), I was wondering if you could ask him this question:

If one of the current democratic frontrunners (Clinton and Obama) were to win the nomination and then pick John Edwards as their choice for Vice president, what effect would that have on Nader's presidential bid?

I know Mr. Nader spoke highly regarding John Edwards and commented that it was Edwards dropping out that made him start considering a 2008 run. I wonder if he would still run if his candidate of choice was nominated as the VP.

Thank you for reading sir. CNN is definately the best political team on television, and as a UB Communications Undergraduate, you are a personal role model. Continue the great job!

TH   February 4th, 2008 4:46 pm ET

Sun City; CNN is bias. They are pushing Obama. I find it hard to believe they are doing this.

Di   February 4th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Hey Wolf...you having Mr. and Mrs Obama on your show tonight...

Wouldn't be surprised to see them do the whole 3 hrs!!!

V from STL   February 4th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

OBAMA!!! OBAMA!!!

Gotta love the change that the American People are wanting. That is why he is pumped.

Casey   February 4th, 2008 4:44 pm ET

Nothing mentioned about Clinton, hmmmmmm? Is it a wonder that CNN and parent company donated 1.6 million to the Bush campagin?

Arni   February 4th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

This excitement is bad also, how much of the productivity is lost! Atleast I have to work few hours extra to make up my lost time following the poll results to Hillary crying!

John Rees   February 4th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

Wolf,

You and your team have done a fantastic job reporting and analyzing the news, throughout this political campaign, online, on the air, and in print.

Fareed Zakaria's column in Washington Post Print edition this morning about HRCs reason to oppose loosening restrictions on Cuba was IMO extremely insightful . The analysis he makes has broad applicability in undertanding how HRC and BMO differ in their basic approach, and also it helps explain why voters react differently to them.

I think we will see a shift to Obama on Super Tuesday.

Keep up the great work !

John Rees

Peter   February 4th, 2008 4:40 pm ET

You talk about uncertainty after marketing Obama for weeks on end and then go on to talk about your annointed one in your first sentences.

You say the whittling process is almost done.... oh really? Like CNN didn't do the whittling down weeks ago. Saying you are hypocritical is putting it mildly.

I like how the media and the Obama campaigns are trying to downplay expectations. If Obama looses it's not really a loss. If Clinton wins it's not really a win.

AJ, IL   February 4th, 2008 4:39 pm ET

Yeah yeah... we know Wolf, you live for these moments. If the final matchup would have been Rudy vs Hillary, you would have some witty titles for this New York matchup. I wonder how the total voter outputs in all the caucauses and primaries for 2008 will compare to the general election turnout in 2004.

Obama in 08!

Erich   February 4th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

Yale Daily News Endorses Obama:

“It would seem natural for us to endorse Hillary Clinton for president,” the editors wrote, noting that Mrs. Clinton graduated from Yale Law School in 1973. But “to endorse her would be to endorse intelligence and preparedness, but also divisiveness and the politics of manipulation.”

…Ouch!

WI FOR HILLARY   February 4th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

Why is it that you appear to be most smitten with Obama? Do you feel as a news reporter on CNN that you show this love for Obama? It does show.

Tommy   February 4th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Is anyone else getting tired of her crying? How is she going to handle the pressures of being president if she can't control her emotions during a campaign?

GRACE, SUN CITY CENTER, FL   February 4th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

ARE WE STILL MENTIONING THE DROP-OUTS (CANDIDATES)
AND NOT MENTIONING RON PAUL?? WHY ARE YOU SO BIASED
AGAINST HIM. I WATCH EVERY DAY. PLEASE MAKE ME FEEL AT
HOME THERE BY MENTIONING MY STILL-VIABLE CANDIDATE,
RON PAUL***** THANK YOU

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