carmen February 6, 2008 10:46 am ET

I live in Arizona, and I am also an African-American woman. I don't subscribe to the ideas or notions that Black and Latinos don't get along in general. We have no issues with Black and Latinos in Arizona. As an African-American, I cannot understand why any Latino would have a problem voting for another person of another minority. When I drive down the street and see signs for immigration reform, and letters to send "them back to Mexico," there is not one Black person ever in the group. Nor is it African Americans calling for the closing of the borders, and suggesting that we round "these people up," or are currently deporting them seperating them from their families. I think it is time for the Latino community to wake up and realize that we may not have everything in common, but we've been where you have been, and perhaps……..we may be your stongest ally. Again we find a group of people looking at race, instead of the facts. It is White American that is trying to remove you from the United States, not the rest of us.

I too have been disappointed by CNN election coverage; it seems so biased against Clinton, and so pro-Obama. I think both candidates are great, however personnaly believe Hillary is more qualified. That said, the consistent negative coverage of Clinton's wins (they aren't 'really' wins) by CNN, combined with thier jubilant hype of Obama, has made me switch to primarily watching MSNBC coverage. What really struck me Tuesday was how the media (with CNN leading the bandwagon) creating this overwhelming Obama 'momentum', and the fact that the voting public didn't take thier lead—voters made thier own decisions without the 'help' of the obviously flawed television news coverage. Would they do this to a man???

Obama is a uniter not a divider.

Your editorial ethics stink. I don't care if you post this or not. I'm satisfied knowing tht you have read it!

80+ percent blacks voting for Obama. Ummmmm … now why is no one calling that racism?

keep going Hillary, you may not always be right in every decision, but having the experience you have, is what the country needs. To me, I think your the best choice.

Wow,

Didn't know the Latinos and Asians were so racist in America…scarey!!! That's just what this country doesn't need anymore of …divisions…Even before this woman can get into office, she and her husband are planting more divisions!!!

Time for change…

Thank God, everyone in this great nation is not racist…and thank God the population of Latinos that can vote legally are so small. America is a great land though. The only land on earth that would allow noncitizens to have such a crucial voice in our country. And to "Jesse Diaz", the blacks in Dallas are not running for office, Hillary is…It's funny that you seem to believe that she is the answer to the problems of Latinos. For the record, the country (black or white) doesn't have a problem with Latinos, just ones that are here illegally.

Can't wait till Americans see what Hillary and Bill (Slick Willie) Clinton are doing, and unite against it!

YES WE CAN!
OBAMA '08

STEPHEN…. You've got to be kidding me….you viewed a photo taken of Mr Obama in which it wasn't even clear whether or not he might be talking to someone else at the time, so didn't immediately drop another conversation to focus his attention on "her"….and that is the reason for the strong Latino vote for Hillary. Sorry, I don't buy that……… I have Latino colleagues and they don't buy that either….they're too smart for that. With that logic, should I then choose to vote for Mr Obama, because he was a gentleman and pulled out her chair for her? Please… vote your choice, but please base your choice on more than that.

Hey guys let us talk constructively here and stop all these racial bigotry and hatred…..It does not matter who wins the democratic nomination, democrats will have to come together to win in November……Let us not sound like experience has nothing to do with been a president. I think both candidate are great people and they deserve some admiration no matter who you support or will vote for.

by the way, i am an independent voting Hillary because i just feel she has the best shot and most qualified. Yeah, a friend of mine talked about her vote for the war!!! common people, that was a tough call at that time and coming from New york, you will see how difficult it would have been to vote against the war. The American people supported the war from start…..now that things have gone south, it quite easy to distance ourself from it. lets come together and solve it that is moving forward. As for Obama, listen guys, he wasn't even in the Senate then when the votes were cast, so how would you know for sure how he would have voted!!!!! think about it….quite easy to say i kick against the war….you did not vote against it….so i am kind of amazed when people say he never supported the war???? Anyway, for me, whoever the democratic nominee turns out to be, that is who i am voting for in the general election. i just can't stand the republicans this coming year.

Please note, there is nothing wrong is having Bush-Clinton-Bush ??? Clinton if she is the best candidate…..don't vote wrongly because you just want to break that dynasty, that will be a dump idea from my point of view. That is what led us into having George Bush in office.

kudos to stephanie,all you obama supporters should read her statements and try to respond with an educated response

Obama keep talking about Hillary's Iraq vote. Well, he would have most likely vOTED PRESENT. Part of the change hoped for.

Cheryl,

You are just a little too self-serving in your beliefs for ANYONE to take your comments seriously. Whatever sense of Clinton entitlement that you got stuck in your mind that suggests to you that Obama is "lucky to even sit next to Hillary during the debates" must be purged from your thinking and never expressed again. It makes you look like an idiot. Even Hilary has learned to respect the genius in the Obama campaign (movement). They are neck and neck in delegate votes and that scares many that it is really a possibility (likeleyhood) that Obama will be the Dem nominee. That's the November reality that is striking fear into the hearts of so many, yourself included!

Give yourself the fix you need — Vote Obama!

YOU ARE RIGHT CHERYL , I AM WITH YOU

GO HILLARY……………..

WE ARE ON YOUR SIDE WHATEVER OTHERS WILL SAY ABOUT YOU. ESP. THOSE PEOPLE IN MSNBC, FOXNEWS, CHANNEL TWO ,CHANNELS 41, 29,5
9, AND OTHER NEWSPAPERS WHOSE AGAINST. YOU.

THEY ARE ALL PLASTIC PEOPLE.

GOD BLESS YOU.

A significant number of people in California have been disenfranchised by the recent Primary elections by only being able to cast “provisional” ballots, which (if my information is correct) are not actually counted. This happened to a friend of mine who drove me to the registrar of voters because my polling place was not open at 7am when I arrived there to vote. He figured as long as he was taking me to the registrar, he’d cast his ballot there as well. It was not until he checked his ballot receipt the next day that he noticed, in tiny letters, the word “provisional” printed on it. They did not notify him that if he voted at the registrar’s office instead of his polling place that his vote would be provisional, and thus not counted.

In addition to this first-hand experience, I am hearing stories about college students – a very large percentage of them – having to vote provisionally due to some error with the registrar’s office. It is imperative in this day and age that our civil liberties not be trampled on and that our votes, ALL of our votes, are counted legitimately and properly. That is, after all, what being American is about. Those people who took the time out of their day to contribute what they rightfully can and should to the betterment of this nation should not be denied their voice. If you have the resources, I beg you to please investigate these events, and expose any possible fraud that may have been perpetrated on these voters.

Hey Rick,Maryland…. if the world considers the U.S. idiots it's probably due to the fact the people like yourself can't spell.

artseafartsea -

We're all for having a woman president… just not one as corrupt, superficial and feminist as Hillary. Throw in philandering, side-dealing Slick Willy again and it makes for a sickening combination that shouldn't be in politics anywhere… maybe Kazakhstan… if you catch that reference.

Open your mind. It's obviously slammed shut.

Europe is watching with interest.
The US often does itself a huge disservce internationally. Ever thought about the principles behind the bully boy being ganged up on?
Lots of us outside the US would love to see the female touch and a more international approach. Lets face it, women who make it to the top in politics and business allost always had to be better to get there!
Europe for Hillary!!

The important factor in the California result was the early voting. A large chunk of voters voted by mail and that process began weeks ago. The early voters didn't know Edwards would be dropping out, didn't know Kennedy or Shriver would endorse, and could not have been influenced by any of the other developments that created a surge for Obama in the days just prior to the election.

The votes may not be fully counted in California until Friday so the gap will continue to narrow a bit.

Fact 1. I would vote for Obama. Fact 2. The next president will be a Democrat. Fact 3. A majority of Americans will not elect a black person.

Rick should not be telling folks about "who thinks" he can barely spell….Hillary's name……Talk about someone who really was left behind by G W.

Anyone who thinks Obama is going to win Washington State isn't from Washington State.

CNN, now I know why you are not posting my comment. However, I don't stop telling you that you are BIASED. It is the truth.

Brandy, NJ February 6, 2008 7:58 am ET

Blacks have traditionally been supportive of clinton, except of course it appears in the case if a black is in the running, then their vote seems to sway based on race.

While whites are more evenly split as awhole, racially.

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So if a white person votes for a black person then they're voting by choice and if a black person is voting for the best candidate of their choice who happens to be black then it's called voting by race? Is it possible that blacks are voting for the person that they think is the "BEST" choice who just happens to be black? You're so ignorant and biggoted that you don't even know it. Just because Hillary is not everyone's favorite like yours doesn't mean there's an agenda behind the way they vote. Maybe it's them who are the smart ones and not you.

Obama supports and cares more about women's rights then Hillary does(look it up) and yet the majority of women still support Hillary? I don't see anyone making that an issue, do you? Who cares, because there are women voting for Obama and there are blacks who are voting for Hillary. You're definitely one who either doesn't understand change or want change to happen. You're the problem not the solution to what's going on in this country and the world around us.

I haven't heard about women being the majority of Hillary's support nearly as much as I have about blacks voting for Obama. Does it matter that Obama has won the white vote in California and Connecticut and a bunch of purely white middle states by landslides? His voting support transcends race which is more proof that he upholds his message. This is what people are talking about when they say that Hillary's supporters are ignorant and dumb. You prove that point way too easy. Just another example why Obama is winning with the educated voters. Wow.

OBAMA '08

ANY OF THOSE COMPLAINING ABOUT CNN'S COVERAGE OF THE VOTING LAST NIGHT REGARDING HILLARY, SURELY HADEN'T WATCHED MSNBC.THEY SURELY WERE WATCHING AN ELECTION ON MARS.

CNN IN COMPARISON,WAS LIKE HEARING WALTER CRONKITE.

Obama claims that he will be the uniter. The democrat party has never been so divided and this all happened because of him. If Obama wins, we will have another Bush. Promise one thing and do the total opposite.

WOW Do you notice the trend of concern voters that notice the bias and subjective media coverage from most of the major networks? I bet if you email the CEO's offices about your concerns, there would be some attention brought to this issue. If you are not satisfied, write your congresman or senator and demmand fair and objective media reporting for ALL candidates especially if these networks are recieving public funds through the government.
With that said…
I agree…even AGAINSTS ALL ODDS and THE MEDIA MACHINE…THE CLINTON MACHINE P R E V A I L S ! ! ! ! ! !
Sneator Obama should have done much better but couldn't deliver…especially with the endorsements that the media sensationalized and the downplaying of Senator Clintin's progress(even during all the election results). Gotta hand it to Senator Clinton…she earned every vote and every state she won. I hope Senator Obama finds his true political worth without the media gloryfying him so he can have a true sense on his ability to run a campaign.
I feel the exit polls should ask the questions…Did the media have a part in your decision? Did you think the media overall provide fair and objective coverage to all the candidates, if not who do you think the media favored?
In the past 24 hours my posts have not been included in blogs because I asked these questions…So much for fair and objective media coverage.

Clueless haters! Most of you even don't know why you hate this intelligent woman. Alas! Are you a bunch of sexists? I'm a man voting for her because of her excellent issues. She will be one of the best leaders. She will prove it for you…just wait and see. Go Hillary!

What the heck? Someone is comparing Obama to Hitler? Good grief! And for the record, Hitler's book wasn't called My Struggle. This is possibly the most absurd thing I've ever heard, next to people placing a vote for Hillary Clinton - who is more like a communist than a democrat. When someone starts saying that everyone should have the same benefits, be it the guy taking orders at McDonalds or the guy in the corner office, you have to see the remark for what it is - communist.

In California you can not ask someone if their are a citizen when registering. They even have registers that speak Spanish for this very purpose. Try going to a McDonalds and ask for a large order of French fryes.

GO HILLARY!!
why is it that if I vote for Hillary I am stuck in the past
that makes as much since as George Bush saying if I am against the war
I don't love America
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good grief
I made my decision by watching ALL the debates
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and I picked who I think will be the best president
I do not let the likes of OPRAH
or Ted Kennedy or John Kerry OR CNN
tell me who to vote for
I am a grown woman and a business owner
I have a brain and I know how to make a decision
this is for the PRESIDENT
NOT AMERICAN IDOL
OMABA is NOT the one!!
they say if you get to know Obama you will want to vote for him
well I got to know him and I voted for Hillary!!
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Boy D, you are right about CNN being excited only when OBAMA won a vote-How great that was_Nothing Hillary did was good enough for CNN.Excude Lou Dobbs who was interested in ALL.
I watch them all the time.Am so dishearted to find them so one sided.
GO HILLARY.
Bend,Oregon

Congratulations to Hillary! She ran well, she prepared her whole life for the presidency, and she prepared well. I sympathize with her that there is a greater FORCE at hand. I contributed to her campaign in the past but right now OBAMA is what the country needs. Bush and all his cronies with 1 million years of experience have devastated our country!! It's definitely not all about experience. OBAMA is WISE, and wisdom beats Experience any day!
Neither Hillary or McCain CAN STAND against an inspirational movement - they will be swallowed-up by it. I feel sorry for Hillary losing her dreams to some UNKNOWN, young senator. How can he it be that he is standing toe to toe against a political maverick like Bill Clinton and his well-know first-lady, senator wife?? How can it be that Obama is able to collect more money than these long-time democratic institutions?? This movement is more than meets the eye and Hillary's little campaign efforts are futile against it - God always has the final say. YES! WE CAN!!
Contribute to the Obama movement - its the power of the people!!

Maybe Latinos are voting for Clinton b/c she's promising them so many hand outs. I'm an educated Latina, but have no doubt that a majority of uneducated Latinos would vote for Hillary b/c 1) she's willing to dish out lots of money and lots of welfare and 2) believe what you like to believe, but I've encountered a lot of racist Hispanics, inlcuding within my own family.
At the same time, LEGAL CITIZENS do not like illegal immigrants, so I believe that they just are not aware that HIllary is promising amnesty to illegals. We need to educate everyone here.
I CANNOT understand why anyone would vote for Hillary Clinton. Were these people around when her husband was the president? Say what you will about Bush, he didn't corrupt our country on his own, he inherited most of the mess. Use your brains people! Hillary is a horrible person and would divide our country more than it already is. AND you've got to ask yourself, who would the terrorists, illegal immigrants, special interests groups like to see as president…probably Hillary. That's enough to make me vote for anyone but. As a woman, I would LOVE to see a woman in office…but a woman deserving of leading this country…that is not Hillary.

Hillary can thank the Latinos for California because they all think she's going to do great things for them…But so did the Conservative Evangelical Christians who heartily supported Bush in '04. And then Bush never panned out with his promises to ban gay marriage or end abortion, because in actuality, no President or Presidential hopeful can necessarily deliver such high and mighty promises. It's Congress that usually makes the final judgement, and if Congress doesn't support the President, then his/her promises to whomever about whatever are pretty much moot. So there ought to be no whining should such hopes for the betterment of certain people go unmet by well intentioned albiet vote-mongering Candidates who win.

The longer view:

As is ever true, we will get exactly the President we deserve, no more and no less. This is the way of democracy, and unfortunately , it does not bode well for us. Lets not forget this country just elected George Bush twice. We will again elect a government that reflects our ignorance and fear, because as a nation we are primarily ignorant and fearful. This has nothing to do with our candidates; it has to do with ourselves. We are a country on a steep decline, economically, morally, culturally, And ultimately, we are a people in denial. Our thinking, our actions, our beliefs are entirely out-of-step with the realities of our world and our place in it. It doesnt matter who we elect, not one bit.

But there is a sliver lining. Our country's decline allows the rest of the world to catch up a bit and rise a few pegs out of the extreme poverty billions are in. As we continue spend our way into national bankruptcy the rest of the world will benefit. This is the way of the universe, no? Mother Nature and her cycles is a determined force.

Jorge, what does watching Oprah have to do with Asians and Latinos? Plenty of both races watch her show. If you are trying to suggest that her political views are the reason why Obama is doing good you are wrong. As you can clearly see having endorsements does not equal more votes.

I am a Dem and will not vote for Obama due to the media bias in his favor. And besides, no person EVER has done more to hurt the Democratic Party than Barrack Obama. Because of his Cult of Obama, the Republicans are going to win in November.

Look the Media is owned by big corps. the very thing Obama supports in his websites-freemarkets economy-a license to steal from the american voter

Obama won mid-America, RED states. Hilary did not come close to his numbers? I LOVE Bill Clinton, but why do we want to go back to the Clinton era? And why are Hispanics so mad at blacks? A lot of white people like me voted for Obama. Alaska, Idaho, Colorado..do I need to go on?

Hey Jessie Diaz??? So it is just about "race" in your part of the country? Sadly, this is why you are blinded by the "electability" dynamic. When I was told that Latinos will not vote for a Black candidate, I thought this must be wrong. It is people of color, in general, that have had to struggle to obtain the American Dream. So suddenly, a White Woman who has no identification with your struggle is your candidate? Why don't you then support a Hispanic candidate, if it is all about "race" with you? So, apparently, while blinded by your racism, you will throw your support behind a candidate that cannot unite even the Democratic party, much less the rest of the country…. and you help to elect another Republican… now that is really progressive of you!

CNN IS BIASED AND NEEDS TO BE BOYCOTTED! HOW MANY TIMES DOES SOMEONE HAVE TO SAY THIS BEFORE SOME FAIR REPORTING HAPPENS?????

HILLARY WON BECAUSE CALIFORNIANS ARE NOT STUPID! AND DID NOT FALL FOR BORACK'S SMOKE AND MIRRORS TACTICS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THEY KNOW THAT THEY CANNOT AFFORD TO GAMBLE ON WHO CAN CHANGE THIS COUNTRY! HILLARY HAS PROVEN HERSELF! IF BORACK WAS NOT BLACK HE WOULDN'T EVEN BE IN THIS RACE! HE IS LUCKY TO EVEN SIT NEXT TO HILLARY DURING THE DEBATES! AND HE KNOWS IT!!!!!!!!! HILLARY GAVE A LOVELY SPEECH LAST NIGHT! BORACK SOUNDED SPOILED AND RUDE LIKE A BABY!!!!!!!!!!!! HE WILL HAVE TO ADMIT DEFEAT IN NOVEMBER, LETS SEE IF HE CAN DO IT LIKE A MAN!!!!!!!!!!

One way to truly unite the Republicans is to nominate Hillary. I really don't think she'd win the race against McCain- the Independents would defect to him in droves, the Republicans that would vote for Barack won't vote for her, and the 40- 50% of Dems that dislike her politics and policy will have a hard time punching a ballot for her.

Like it or not Republicans will bring up race through the swift boat group against Obama and Move-on.org will operate down on their level. That will activate the Republican turnout. All Hillary has to do is show up and that activates the base.

Either way it is not going to be nice and will again devide the Nation.

Bob

Why do all the news people and pundits have to divide us in groups? I for one find it replusive. Hopefully, a majority of people vote for the best candidate. I am a white woman, over 50 and yes I voted for Hillary. Not because she is a female but because I truely believe she is the best person for the job. I am one of the cross over democrats who voted for Reagan. I did so, not because I thought he was best, but because I didn't trust McGovern. Now I have the same feeling for Obama. I don't trust someone who says something, then says he didn't say that. Someone who can not look someone in the eye when they talk, is sneaky. When you have rallys the closest person to you, is behind you. You look out and over people and have a prepared speech. A crowd of people who want to be inspired will react like the person next to them, they get wrapped up in the frenzy. If he were on his pulpit with only one person, what would the reaction be to, yes we can, yes we can? Think about it?

Please stay in the race Mitt! You are the only hope for THE GOP and the country.

McCain and his back door policies are just dispicable!

Hillary should thank early voting. Results show Obama won those who made up their mind in the past week.

The only reason Obama got support among white men is that they are so afraid of having a woman, white, black or red, for president. But wake up America (and also CNN). We will have a woman president in November!

I never thought I would see the day when the Democratic party would be so racially split, at least the Democratic Party in my lifetime. It is really sad,because for the first time in eight years we have the opportunity to unite as a party and take back the White House. I'm a Democrat because I believe in health, liberty and the persuit of happiness for ALL Americans, not just for a select few, mainly the rich. We are the party that stands up for the poor, the disadvantage, the left behind. What happened? We have forgotten why we are democrats and have turned on each other. Blacks are voting for Barak Obama because he is black and we know it. Maybe women are voting for Sen. Clinton because she's a woman. No different than during the 70's, whites voted for Ronald Reagan because he preached getting people off welfare (we knew the "people" they were referring to). Race and gender has always been a divisive issue for our country, but the Democratic party should not become the poster child for racial divide. I am black and a female, but I have no allegience to Barak Obama because he's black or Hillary Clinton because she's a female. I will vote for the person who is best suited to run this Nation, will represent my interests, and leave this Nation better for my children and grandchildren than how this current administration will leave it. Democrats, let's unite. Leave your emotions out of this decision.

For all you forgetful Hillary supporters. Obama's campaign has never been about race. Race was not an issue until Billy Boy made it an issue. Hillary overwhelming had African-American support.

It would be illogical for African-Americans to continue to support the candidiate who's campaign uses such divisive techniques. It is quite apparent that any ethnic group who perceived a candidate as using their particular ethnicity in a negative manner would vote for the alternate candidate as well.

It says a great deal about Obama's campaign when he receives more than half the white male vote, in the majority of states he won. Most white males are pretty perceptive, and if they believed he showed a bias towards a particular ethnic group, he certainly would not have received their votes.

For the record, the majority of older white woman voted for Hillary. Does that make them racists, or sexists?

I totally agree with many comments so far. I watch CNN all the time, but after last night???? EVerytime Obama won a state you made is such a HUGE deal, and when Clinton won, you tried to figure how WHY??? What is the matter with you guys??? SHAME ON ALL OF YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I will vote Mc Cain if Hillary wins, sorry I am for new blood!

Finally,
I think people are doing a little more thinking about the election and the very serious issues facing our country. This is not a beauty contest. Obama gives
nice speeches but nice speeches gave us George Bush. Obama has very little experience in anything except rhetoric. There is no doubt that if you are a Democrat ,Hilliary Clinton is the best /intelligent choice for president.
Also John Mccain is just another George Bush–so much for the change everyone in this country wants. Go Hilliary

Hello Mrs> Hillary Clinton:

Congratulations with your HUGH win in California!!!! We made a statement last night and I am proud if it ! Good luck on the rest of the states. We do need a change and you are the one!!!

As an asian in california these are the reason why we vote for Hillary:

1) We dont think "unity " is a problem in America. In our home countries,religious and political riots still kill hundreds. People of different religions dont go to same schools, dont live in same neighbourhoods. Now "THAT" is not unity.

2) We dont thing "change" should be a mantra .We are in a bad phase but we are "NOT" at our worst.

3) We place emphasis on economy. A good economy=fat and full wallet; helps people of all races, ages, sexes.

4) We want to get out of the Iraq war. As frugals we think that war funds are beig wasted and should be pumped into the economy.

5) We think of a presidential candidates as "CEO"of a successful company. America is a corporation and it desperately needs a seasoned candidate for a turnaround.

6) We do NOT BELIEVE in "on the job training".

7) We adore Hillary Clinton of attempting to reform heath care in the 90's. Even though it failed, it takes a LOT to try. A person who does'nt try has no chance of success.

Finally -Corporations,small businesses are "life-blood" of our nation. The benefits of a "corporation" outweigh the drawbacks.Think about it. The clinton administration will encourage businesses.

Asians are smart people, we read beyond the lines, we know that Obama will not offer anything, his rhetorics hides his inexperience. HILLARY has substance and she knows what she is talking about in all issues. Clear and resounding cases! I am proud to be a part of the ASIAN AMERICAN Community who supported Hillary!

insofar as minority groups see themselves in competition with each other for economic success/social status, one can expect that minority voters (simplified model: black, Hispanic, Asian) will tend to support a member of their own group first, and a white candidate over a candidate from one of the "other" two groups ….to accuse various minority groups of "racism", then, is fundamentally bizarre: members of these groups simply want to succeed UNDER RACIST CONDITIONS. if being white wasn't an advantage, the voting pattern I've noted wouldn't exist.

We have haters of Obama in the house. Is it not a big blow to the Clinton campaign that Obama is giving her a tough fight and a run for her money. The two Clintons are no longer popular canditates so tell her this is not her time.

Watch Obama win in the nex few days.

total voter count - provided as of 12:20pm
(not 100% yet)

Obama - 8,270,516
Clinton - 7,617,142
McCain - 4,808,562

Dem tally does not include Fl or Mich

If 60% or so of the hispanic voting for Clinton is racist, what is the 80% or so of the black vote for Obama called?

one can't ignore the effect of the early votes. these gave clinton a big lead even before the general voting began. however, to only win this state, which she was leading by a commanding margin until recently, by 10 points is something that should cause concern for the clinton team.

for the democratic party, one question was left to be answered. this was not about electability, b/c if yesterday proved anything, both candidates are electable. however, central to the issue of the democratic party moving forward beyond this primary is the question of whom the democratic voters believe can untie the party. the answer to this question was revealed yesterday and voters voiced overwhelmingly that they believed that it is obama who is best able to accomplish this very important task. this too must be some cause for concern for the clinton team as well.

I am Asian, Chinese by birth, legal immigrant, an American by choice,parent of 2 daughters and proud of their contribution to society. I went on a search for Hillary's accomplishments so I can better judge her often touted proclamations of experience. All I could find was she became a lawyer (by no means a small feat), helped in some children abused program (an admirable contribution) and then became First Lady (a position I am sure many women would love to be in). Then I search for her work as a senator. I couldn't find any of note. I am not a New Yorker and I would love for someone from her constituent to tell me her accomplishments there.

What I am trying to get at is, can someone please spell out point by point exactly what she meant when she said she is the most experienced candidate qualified to be the next President. Awaiting some answers. Thank you.

OBAMA for life

What ever happen to picking the best candidate? Hispanics, who were democrats, in the Los Angeles were polled as to who they were going to vote for in the primary and why. N 9 out of 10 choose Hillary Clinton. 8 of the 9 who choose Clinton said they voting for her because they like her. The other said she had more experience. The one who choose Obama said he would unite the country. Only 2 of the 10 had what I consider a valid reason. I then ask myself why are the other 8 voting? Liking someone isn’t a valid reason to vote for a candidate. You might as well stay at home and not vote. I’ve come to one conclusion about political candidates. They want the voters to be ignorant of the facts. They want us to buy into every single word out of their mouths. The new media isn’t any better. For example, one thing I keep hearing is Obama’s lack of experience. Hillary was worn in as a US Senator in January 2001 whereas Obama January 2005. Hillary has four more years at the national level. Now, prior to the Senate, Obama had 8 year as a State Senator. Obama has 11 years to Hillary’s five representing the people as a politician. Being the first lady should count. As first lady, was she included in the daily cabinet meetings? No. What was her role as first lady?

Do your on research. Never ever take the word of a politician or new media. Never listen to sound bites. They’re done to make someone look bad. This is the way I explain sound bites. I have two boys. One of them tells me that the other hit him but what he didn’t tell me was he hit his brother first.

If you can’t select a candidate based on issues, then stay at home because you’re not qualified to vote.

Check out this online news flash from the 'Albuquerque Journal' dated 02-06-08; and then consider if this reminds you of the infamous 2000 election day results from Florida. Hmmm…counting must continue until the candidate preferrred by the Lt. Governor of New Mexico has secured her victory?

"Clinton holds narrow lead over Obama with thousands of votes to be counted.
8:15am UPDATE: As many as half of the nearly 17,000 provisional ballots to be hand-counted today could be thrown out, New Mexico Lt. Gov. Diane Denish — a strong backer of Hillary Clinton — told 770 KKOB Radio's morning show host Bob Clark just moments ago."

do you think its the promise of free healthcare for illegal aliens….or 2500 campaign contributions from chinese dishwashers that drove the vote?? Clinton supporter…wake up

This election clearly exposes voters illitracy and riotous emotion that blind reality.Gender, race, charisma, smooth talk, eloquency, likability conservatism are canker warms that degrade the fabric of our political process and becloud our view of awful reality; what a shame. Our nation political destiny any hope?My name is Sam and I approve this message

As a Latino male I voted for Mrs. Clinton. I based my decision solely on content vs charisma. Mrs.Clinton delivered the message that was closest to my beliefs.

If I would have voted reuplican, my vote would have gone to Mr.McCain.

Fear not Obama supporters my hispanic vote will always go democrat.

Keep the namecalling coming it will only add fuel to the fire.

Democrats you look so pathetic. You already lost the election.
We are so happy to see that the democrats are racists. We now are expecting that McCain will win in November because the dems. are so divided on racial lines. Obama you are the MAN.
Here is how our republican candidate will win:
1) Black voters will continue to vote 85% and more for the black candidate.
2) If Obama wins, the media will start asking him questions about the black vote (dolce vita is over) and racism, not because they need an answer, but because they want to make the white Americans aware that the blacks are racist.(see SC where J.Edwards received 2% and Obama 85%). The backlash of Obama’s racist campaigning will give McCain enough democrat votes to win.
Simple
3) If Hillary wins, the media is already against her, and we believe that the upset Obama voters will not participate in the election. Young students never did. And maybe blacks will also feel betrayed by Dems.
That is a little less simple but still very easy.
Vote McCain

LET'S GO OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!

The same people who vote for Hillary now, will be the same people, who, if by some miracle she gets into office, will lie and say they did not support her when she turns out to be no better (or even worse) than Bush. Or they will say that she inherited such a horrible situation that she never had a fair chance to start with. yea, yea, yea…

Realistically, she will lose no matter what, since most, if not all, Obama voters will side with McCain just to KEEP HER OUT.

McCain as President = USA R.I.P.

Way to go Hillary! Thanks for nothing…

Why is CNN so biais when it comes to Hillary…………..

Another another bit of evidence that CNN is clearly "probama". While they finally brought in an analyst (Paul Begala) that favors Hillary to counter the Bill Bennett and the likes who basically have had a free ride of Obama worshipping for weeks, every time a question is thrown to Begala, CNN has to discredit him/weaken his argument first by labeling him pro-Hillary out loud. I wouldn't have a problem with that, but why has CNN not done the same to all the other pundits who are clearly "probama" by public admission. Very problematic and biased indeed.

I must say, I am stunned Clinton survived. My poll numbers had Obama up by 30 or so delegates. After weeks of CNN screaming she is unelectable and showing Obama every time he opened his mouth, she is still standing.

The delusional celebration of CNN's annointed one will continue while the Hillary Hating will be pushed to the hilt.

CNN has been doing it's part to make Clinton go down in flames and it will be going full force in the days to come.

If someone gets elected are they really unelectable? Only in CNNland.

Obama won in Delegates, States and popular vote on Super Tuesday.

If early voting in CA hadnt taken place, Hillary would be out the door and would have lost CA.

cindy

why the f*&^ does his full name matter you ignorant biggot! grow up from the middle school playground you are obviously still living in and judge the man by his character not the ethnicity of his name.

That just exposes Hispanics more than anything Chicago

Let's be reasonable. Every four years we hear the same thing with no changes. Hillary's camp informs us that they have the most experience in the white house. Then why are we still fighting over the same issues. Hillary has had an opportunity to make at least some of the changes she speaking about now. Hillary cannot not offer that due to most of her friends are corporate america have you forgot she is a corporate lawyer. Hillary's vote represent the past not a vote for change. Do you expect for Hillary to put the lobbist out of Washington. Of course not she will not be invited to their backyard parties any more. Latino and Asian Americans please consider a vote for change and not the past. your future will certainly depend on it. That's why we need Obama's commitment to change our future. America needs something fresh and new in politics.

Obama08′ :o)

Mr. Ron Burgess do you know that only US citizens are allowed to vote? you comment only shows ignorance and bigotry. God Bless You!

I'm Puerto Rican and black…and I support Obama. Stop generalizing folks!!!

And Tim Obama tried to reach out to Hispanics, not much you can do when these people have their long standing issues with half of Obama's racial makeup

Nancy in Cali - LMAO before stating how smart you are learn how to spell and how to use proper grammar, okay?

The election this November is shaping up to be quite a difficult decision. You will be able to choose between:
Hillary, the "no experience" candidate and
McCain, the "more of the same" candidate.

For the life of me, I can't figure out why it is being said that Hillary is "experienced." I suppose she has spent more time in the White House than any other candidate.

On the other hand, McCain is practically a GW Bush clone. GW Bush hasn't worked out that great for us, so why vote for more of the same?

Obviously, it's not over yet, but Obama vs. Romney would be a very interesting contest. That would entice me to vote again in November…Clinton vs. McCain, maybe not.

We hear about Hillary winning because of women voters, but why are all the commentators afraid to talk about the Obama wins due to the overwhelming percentage of black votes. Looking at the numbers of all groups, why is it that only blacks vote for Obama in such a lopsided fashion. Is it possible, dare I say it, that some people are voting for a candidate just because of race? If those numbers are correct, then it is a fact, and then bringing it up is not raising the race card.

Why aren't the political pundits and wonks talking as though Hillary is the front runner? Anyway you slice it, she is and why aren't they analyzing the fact that it will be very hard for Barack to win Washington or Pa. Even if he were to win the nomination, his meteoric rise is due in part to the attraction of older white male voters which just can't cross the gender line in their minds. DO YOU REALLY THINK THAT THEY ARE GOING TO CROSS THE RACIAL LINE WHEN IT COMES TO VOTING FOR BARACK OVER JOHN MCCAIN? A WAR HERO? Get real.

Marc for Hillary,
it shows you are such and old school person..NOBAMA was started way back in the summer by many posters…and you think you are starting a new term using it. No wonder you are voting for Hillary..

What amazes me about super tuesday is that Obama won 13 states where by Hillary took only 8. She was lucky to have won the big states but all that will be meaningless in a few weeks..

we have Lousiana, Washington state, Nebraska and Maine going this weekend. Where is Hillary's Latino farm? well, I don't know of any in these states so no more Latino harvest!

Next Tuesday, we also have Virginia, Marlyland and DC….

it will only get ugly for the first lady!!

Nader has my vote once again if Hillary wins.

NOBAMA!

No doubt, Sen. Obama's speech is inspiring (for the first time)… but it wears out quickly…

How many times you can repeat "There is no red states, and no blue states. There are united states of America!". He needs to really work out some detailed plans as to what exactly the change he wants to bring to us.

I think the Blacks are smart and educated and we refuse to be fooled around easily by just repeating a few of these fancy words. Contents! Game Plans! Please.

I think it is time for Americans to step aside from partisan politics and embrace the very real possibliity of change. We truly are in a new "era" of American politics and I feel that both McCain and Obama would be the best engines of change for our great nation. I am very impressed with the political enegry of both parties, and hope that we do not have another four or more years of the Clintons and there very polarizing presence on both sides.

Bene i'm wit u my brotha if Billary wins the primary i will vote republican for the first time in my life come this November..

obama o8!

Sorry Jay wilson,

Im hispanic and I talk to hspanics in my com and there no way they will vote for obama and thats the clear reality if it came down to McCain & Obama like my self would rather vote for McCain because then we would be getting the same anyway la opinion means nothing california is a good example of Hilary means to hispanics we love the clinton yrs and everything they did for us and the econ and we need a real universal health plan like the one Hilarys & Edwards that covers everybody hispanic, african american asian everybody period addressing real issues. And his so called movment no is no movment its called jump on " THE BAND WAGON"

WE GET OBAMA ILL PERSONALY LEAD THE WAY WITH LATINO'S AND VOTE McCain BECAUSE THERES NO DIFFERENCE I WILL NEVER VOTE FOR OBAMA
WE NEED EXPERIENCE NOT UNEXPERIENCE.

GO HILARY!!

HILLARY WILL GIVE THE CHANGE THAT THE AMERICAN NEEDS.PLEASE LET GIVE HER THE NECESSARY SUPPORT.

interesting tid bit u can go to obama website and see he's policy ideas not much difference between him and Billary so don't act like she offers anything new and different and better cause she don't she's a typical washington politician ain't nothing gone change if she becomes president granite anybody can do better than bush when it comes to running this country at this point…

Let's be reasonable. Every four years we hear the same thing with no changes. Hillary's camp informs us that they have the most experience in the white house. Then why are we still fighting over the same issues. Hillary has had an opportunity to make at least some of the changes she speaking about now. Hillary cannot not offer that due to most of her friends are corporate america have you forgot she is a corporate lawyer. Hillary's vote represent the past not a vote for change. Do you expect for Hillary to put the lobbist out of Washington. Of course not she will not be invited to their backyard parties any more. Latino and Asian Americans please consider a vote for change and not the past. your future will certainly depend on it. That's why we need Obama's commitment to change our future. America needs something fresh and new in politics.

Obama08′ :o)

McCain…

Wow… someone whose straightforward, authentic, and a fiscal conservative (reduce gov't spending/waste), but a social moderate (pragmatic solution to illegal immigration).

Strong on defense (best to address terrorism), and someone who's doing for it love of America… not for power/politcal gain.

He's not sexy, but what a story…

He's stood on his principles as a moderate Republican (reaching across the aisle often) to make government work.

I like the vision of Obama, but the reality of McCain.

Walking down the streets of Beautiful America,
I hear empty voices and loud voices, many filled with
so much hatred, pain, and sorrow, while others cheer
for joy and happiness.
Individuals of all backgrounds some wanting to unite,
while others want to bring back the old days,
yes, the confederate flag is still here.
I stand before you all, to say that Clinton is the right choice.
Clinton can fix everything that has gone bad. I stand before you all to say that America
is a magical place, filled with happiness and love.
But the love is buried deep within ones soul, and I am
here to say:
Rise and do not be afraid to let your voice be heard.
Rise and do not let anyone get you down.
Rise and March to the beautiful beats of your heart.
Rise, Rise, Rise and be free
PLEASE SHARE THIS POEM WITH EVERYONE U KNOW AND CAN, I DEDICATED MY POEM TO THE CLINTON MOVEMENT

GO CLINTON

I guess it is pretty evident that people only see what they want to see. How anyone can claim that the media is biased towards Obama is beyond me. I heard numerous people last night claiming what a big night it was for Hillary. Check out the CNN analysis page, not one person (other than the one Obama supporter) claimed that Obama won. Paul Begala and David Gergen were slobbering all over her, which is okay. Obama is the underdog and always has been.

Obama is half-black, half-white; his name is Barack Obama; he has been forthright about his indiscretions as a youth; and he is going against the most powerful family in Democratic politics. How much more can the chips be stacked against him? He is doing well because he has run a tremendous campaign. Not to mention getting contributions from average donors in a way that will revolutionize campaign financing.

For those who wonder about his policies, go to his website or download the "Blueprint for Change". It is all in there, including social security reform which Hillary has no stance on.

How about all those black voters in IA, NH, AK, ND, KS, ID, NM, CT, UT, CO, right?

Obama didn't even win the Hispanic vote in IL

That speaks for itself…

People like Chris Mathews on MSNBC will do anything to make sure Clinton does not get any positive coverage. John Kerry, Ted Kennedy Maria Shiver, Oprah all LOST on Tuesday despite all the hype. These people even lost more than Obama.

Clinton will WIN the nomination and the presidency.

GO HILLARY!!!

Mike,

Because we dont want blck man win

if latino's were soo smart why did they vote in huge numbers for Billary obama has started a movement for change and latino's are stuck on the past by voting for the Clintons again and again i think we should just do away with the latino vote since most of them got over here illegally anyway…

These responses and CNN's coverage of this whole election are sickening. First off, why does race have to be equated w/everything. Stop reporting, "the Black, Latino, and Asian vote." If a candidate wins a state, then they won PERIOD; regardless of what race voted for whom.

Secondly, Hillary won California, who cares. Obama won 13 states to her 8. He is also right behind her in delegate votes. America you are oblivious if you think Hillary Clinton is the best choice for President. She has CRIED twice in the past month, her "35 years experience" includes: Whitewater, 1st First Lady to be under criminal investigation, profitting from underprivelaged groups of people, lieing under oath, accepting monies from lobbyist, etc. etc. The only experience she has is the experience of being a first lady who stays w/a lying cheating husband just so she can run for President. The foreign leaders in Iran, Iraq, China, Pakistan, etc will rip her to pieces if she is President. They are patiently watching the cry baby and laughing at the Americans as they are making the biggest mistake in history. They can't wait for us to elect Hillary so they can finish what they've started.

Please please wake up America. Obama is the best candidate period. If Hillary wins I will vote McCain just to keep her out of office. OBAMA ALL THE WAY TO THE WHITE HOUSE!!!!!!!!!

I'm sitting the November election out. McCain will never get my vote…

For those who think Hillary will not win against McCain - what do you think O'bama's going t be doing if he loses the Democratic Nomination? Supporting McCain? No - he as will every other Dem will be pushing and pulling for Hillary to beat McCain. She will have the entire support of the Democratic Congress as would O'bama if he won and they will campaign on her behalf. If anything, Hillary's past record of voting for the war in Iraq will help win over Republicans who are sitting on the fence.

Did you see last night in the speeched that Obama spoke negative about Hillary when everyone was watching and in her speech Hillary only said positive things about him. She just talked about how the republicans were hurting America.

He is not the change he is cracked up to me - he as big bear Teddy on one side and Oprah on the other. Dont tell me he is the new wave - his speeches are full of an idea with no real substance.

You know it was funny the other day they were showing a guy on the TV with an obama sign. The reporter says to the guy what policy of his stikes a strong cord with you. And the guy said I dont know anything about his policies but he sure gets the crowds going. What a shame I say.

Obamas time is to come - IT IS NOT NOW - HILLARY IS WHAT AMERICAN NEEDS NOW

Look at the actual voter counts… Obama is going to take this Election all the way to the White House… The comparison between the parties is amazing, and Obama has far more #'s than anyone… I'm keeping a chart, which I will post when the results (from 100% of all the states who have voted) are in… These numbers are staggering…
We have begun the change we need…
OBAMA…. is our best option and the voters are telling it…!!

Trying again….

It's funny to me how much Clinton supporters are trumpeting this 'huge' win. It's a pretty pathetic showing if you look below the surface. Very indicative of a continued downward turn for Clinton. Two weeks ago Clinton was leading everywhere by huge margins. Now she only even won her home state of NY by 17%. It's obvious now that CA was essentially a forgone conclusion way back around the NH primary… Barack knew that. That's why he didn't waste a whole bunch of time campaigning there… he let Michelle, Oprah and the lot do it. Smart on his part. Stupid on CA's.

The early voting system there should be stopped. It essentially removes the entire essence/necessity of running a campaign. If people can vote at the beginning of the election cycle… weeks before they see the candidates in action, then why bother? If people had to actually vote yesterday, the best Hillary could've hoped for would likely have been a tie and more than likely she would've lost. The difference in Edwards' supporters would've negated her margin from last night and other swing voters/independents probably would've helped Barack edge her out.

Anyways, it's all downHillary (har har) from here. Hillary is desperately clinging onto the supporters she has. She isn't really pulling in a lot of new support. There is a reason what Barack is doing is called a 'Movement'. He's far from through gaining new support and pulling in more people. The Clintons' grip on the country will continue to slip as more people realize that Barack is a serious contender and genuinely wants to fight the typical political interests. Let's just hope those super delegates of hers with 'special interests' are willing to jump off the sinking ship to someone not willing to give in to them.

Obama's support is not based on personal vendetta. Barack is genuinely trying to break from traditional politics and Hillary represents old-school-Washington-as-usual politics. She's in bed with special interests just like Bush has proven to be. Barack is very genuine in his body language. Just about everything in Hillary's body language is forced, manipulated and moderated by her. If you pay close attention you can see her monitoring herself and trying to appear more dignified and 'normal'. When she lets it slip she puts her old 'I'm superior' smirk on. Watch…

Hillary inspires hate on herself. She's not being true to what she is. A lot of people see it and a lot of people either just write it off or actually can't see it. It's genuine social psychology. Some people (obviously a lot) just cannot read people's body language. Those that can see thru her thin veil of a public face can see shadows of her true character and it is awful. This woman is hiding so much. If she really let it all hang out she'd lose overnight.

Obama did not only loose, Ted Kennedy, John Kerry and Oprah LOST!

Can someone who is Hispanic put into words why you don't want to support Obama? I know that many of you are also concerned about illegal immigration but I'm wondering if he's done something to offend Hispanics that I'm unaware of?

I'm a white 29 year old female Hillary supporter and it looks like she's done well on the ground with appealing to your leaders and communities. I just want to know what her appeal is for you that Obama lacks?

Without seeming racist, my question is are you concerned that Obama will only care about his Black base and not you? I'm concerned about this as a white female but more worried about him invading Pakistan, creating a communist nation. etc.

Hillary can't beat the Movement. The longer this goes, the better for Obama. I'm still waiting for Billary to explain her 35 years of experience.

Why all the sad faces, CNN? Is it because your candidate didn"t win? HAHAHAHAHA……

i'm with open your eyes Billary is blinding people all across america she doesn't stand for change or hope only same o same o if she wins the democratic primary there is no way i'm voting for her not much difference between her and Mccain since she agrees with him on iraq i might as well vote Republican for the first time this year i will never vote for her…

Oh and obama won all of the state sthat will go RED in novemeber…how's that going to help the Dems?!

Blue States for Hillary! PENN, Ohio, Texas! Nomination = Clinton!

to the Latino community, do not get involved in the 'racism' issue as the Liberal are suggesting, we are smart, well read and know what's going on in the world to know very well who is the best candidate. the majority of us Hispanics voted for Hillary Clinton becuase we believe in her and her issues. No body can dictate us who to vote for, especialley when using the 'race' game.
Not us Hispanics, we are not easilly intiminated. We are smart , smarter and smartest.

Pardon me, Mrs. Clinton, if I may please borrow your recent Super Bowl analogy? Only in real life YOU, Mrs. Clinton, are the New England Patriots. YOU were tagged early and often as the prohibitive favorite. Now, Mr. Obama, he represents the New York Giants. No one gave him much of a chance several months ago; however, suddenly we're going into the second half of the campaign…and Obama's still standing strong and proud. And we ALL know how the Super Bowl…and this analogy…will end, don't we Senator Clinton? Peace to you all, from the Land of Obama!

How can you called Obama a uniter if he can't even get the votes of the Latinos and the Asians? He only got the Africans!!!

He is equally dividing the Democratic party into half just like Hillary, but yet Hillary is a divider and Obama is a uniter? People think! It's just a campaign slogan used by the Obama's camp.

I am a Hillary supporter who urges everyone to read Obama's Audacity of Hope because it reveals how truly political and conservative leaning he is.

Where Dr. Martin Luther King said if we responded to our best instincts we would stop doing these bad things, Sen. Obama's take is that while he realizes that something bad has been done — such as a vote for Reagan –it was done from the best of good motives which he shares. In short, he tells people that it is okay that you have done something bad because it was done from the best of good motives. Once you see how it is done, some of the magical unity loses its allure.

Some points on war:

Obama talking about his position in 2002 on page 294 of his book:

"When a group of Chicago activists asked if I would speak at a large antiwar rally planned for October, a number of my firends warned me against taking so public a position on such a volatile issue. Not only was the idea of an invasion increasingly popular, but on the merits I didn't consider the case against war to be cut-and-dried." He then goes on list prudential concerns about the war — that going in without "a clear rationale and without strong international support" would produce a bad outcome. So if there two conditions had been met, would Obama have opposed the war at all?

Nor was his opposition to the war politically courageous: Illinois at the time was 59% against the War.

In reporting his position Obama neglects to mention this and neglects to mention Sen. Durbin's strong stance against the war although Obama is name-dropping all over the book.

To see the difference between Obama's opposition to a war dumbly conducted and a true anti war stance see the Black Agenda Report.

Nor was Sen. Obama of any particular use in reining in the conduct of the war:

William Finnegan wrote May 31, 2004, in The New Yorker:[7]
"The left in Illinois, as it happens, is monitoring Obama for similar trimming toward the political center. When his speech at the antiwar rally in 2002 was quietly removed from his campaign Web site, activists found that to be an ominous sign. It is traditional, of course, for politicians to tack to the center after winning a primary, hoping to attract swing voters. Earlier this month, when major newspapers (including the Times) and leading Democrats (including Illinois’s other senator, Dick Durbin) began calling for the resignation of Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld as a result of the Abu Ghraib prison-torture revelations, Obama criticized the Administration's Iraq policy, but added, 'I have no doubt about Donald Rumsfeld’s sincerity.' Deciding Rumsfeld's fate, he said, should be left to President Bush."

(This is a likely outcome of Sen. Obama's approach that I know what you did was bad but I know that you did it from the best of motives).

What is more Sen. Obama went out of his way to strongly back Sen. Joe Lieberman in the Connecticut primary. If Sen. Lieberman had been defeated this would have substantially impacted Bush's ability to continue to conduct the war.

In regard to marching with illegal immigrants Sen. Obama state in Audacity on page 268 that "We have a right and a duty to protect our borders." With regard to his current claim concerning Sen. Clinton's recognition of the unfortunate reality that unskilled blacks and Latinos are competing for the same jobs here again is Sen. Obama on page 262 "Still, there's no denying that many blacks share the same anxiety as many whites about the wave of illegal immigrants flooding our Southern border — a sense that what's happening now is fundamentally different from what has gone on before. Not all these fears are irrational. The number of immigrants added to the labor force every years is of a magnitude not seen in this country for over a century. If this huge influx of mostly low-skill workers provides some benefits to the economy as a whole — especially by keeping our workforce young, in contrast to an increasingly geriatric Europe and japan — it also threatens to depress further the wages of blue-collar Americans and to put strains on an already overburdened safety net." So is this skilled analysis on Sen. Obama's part or is it scapegoating? Or does it depend on who says it?

Obama's health plan allows free riders and his suggestion that this can be fixed by mandating that those who have not insured themselves pay back premiums to receive care if they become ill is insulting to our intelligence because it ignores the reality of how insurance works: If you know that one person out of ten will become ill, you divide the health care cost into ten portions and each person pays a tenth as insurance. So if you have ten people who are freeloading and the one person who becomes ill is required to pay the back premiums you simply get back one tenth of the payments required.

First I would like to say that if Hillary wins the nomination the African Americans will protest and not vote in the November election, reading between these lines there is no way she will beat Mccain, Romney or Huckabee without the African American votes. Second why is that who ever is voting for Obama it is because he is African American, a man, likable etc, Obama has put just as much time into politics as Hillary but everyone wants to give Hillary credit for what Bill did when he was president and this is unfair. Everyone says Hillary has the most experience (35 years) of doing what? When she makes this statement over and over again she never states what her 35 years of experience is. My point on this is, if she truly has 35 years of political experience then she has contributed 35 years of screwing up our country. Why in her 35 years has she not been able to get the country at least half way back on track, she had 35 years to do this. Last but not least I really honestly believe that the reason the latino's are voting for Hillary is because they refuse to vote for Obama, everyone knows thier is a feud between the African Americans and the Latino's, the root of the feud is just both groups are the minority, and if Hillary becomes President it will stay this way. Obama is trying to bring the country together were we can all get along and fight as a country and not against each other. If Hillary has turned her back on the African Americans now, who is next? Latino's, senior citizens, veterans, women, asians, white men?

Am I the only person that realizes obama is the product of the media? Why does he need Oprah Winfrey or endorsement from the Kennedy (that actually probably hurt him in the long run).

I dont see Hillary on stage with Babs? She doesn't need them.

I was one of Many people from Illinois that voted Hillary because as a Chicagoian I cant name ONE THING OBAMA has done for more..

Im starting a new term..

NOBAMA!

Some of the people who post here are really delusional. Here's a few facts:

* Hilary and Obama are not very much different on the issues, so those who are dying in their devotion without recognizing that they are voting their personal interests are fooling themselves.

* If people stop discounting what Obama says as style and compare the substance of what he says with Hilary, they will be able to make better judgements.

* Obama doesn't allow racists to put him in a stereotype racial profile so they can control other peoples reaction to him.

* The support Obama is getting from whites (men and women) across the country is probably very well thought over since traditionally whites DO NOT support black presidential candidates.

* The truth be told, there is definitely a latent racial bias on the part of latinos, whites, and blacks in forming their political views. Latinos has had difficulty admitting theirs, blacks have been demonized for theirs, and whites have had power as a result of theirs.

* As a Harvard trained lawyer, Obama deserves more respect than is given to him. Some of us can't hold a candle stick to the man in terms of intellect (I admit that as I am a Master's Degree candidate), and I respect Obama's Intellect.

Lastly,

* For all the people hung up on having a woman in the White House, consider what message is sent having a Harvard trained, intelligent, beautiful, and independent minded first lady in the white house in the person of Michelle Obama(who happens to be black). A BLACK WOMAN'S PERSONAL INTERESTS ARE BETTER SERVED BY MICHELLE OBAMA THAN BY HILARY CLINTON. AFTER AN OBAMA PRESIDENCY, MICHELLE OBAMA CAN GO ON AN BECOME ANYTHING SHE WANTS IN THIS NATION, MAYBE EVEN THE FIRST BLACK WOMAN PRESIDENT.

BTW: Do we really want the woman in the white house who was linked by her marriage to the controversies of an impeached sitting president. Don't you know that the republicans are salivating to have Clinton as the nominee. Bill used the power of his presidency to exploit Hilary — the cost to Bill — support Hilary for president at all costs. that's why Bill has race baited the same people he claims to have such affinity for.

I have never seen such delusional politics before in my life. Bill and Hilary are the real fairytale.

Is it me or did anyone else notice how nasty Obama's speech was last night. All the other candidates smiled and thanked their supporters. They didn't use the night to make election speeches downgrading their opponents. They took the high road and talked about their own accomplishments. He strikes me as a very arrogant, angry man who will stop at nothing including playing the race card to get himself elected.

Paul Gubela, Dona Brazile, David Guergen and Candy Crowley (sorry for the spelling)…

All are in one way or another related to the Clintons!!!! How can any of you say that CNN is biased toward OBAMA?!?! Now if those Clinton supporters are liking the guy more and more to the expense of Hillary, that is not biased, that is democracy at its finest!

It surprises and disappoints me that the black vote was so overwelmingly pro Obama. I would have hoped for and expected a vote on issues and not color. 85% makes it a color vote, not an informed issues vote.

Excellent post by Debbie - Women must unite and not be held down - we should be proud to carry Hillary - she will change the lives of all people - This CHANGE is something you may never see happen in your lifetime if you do not seize this opportunity. tell youe girls they can be teachers or maids but not the president that is reserved for men - GIVE ME A BREAK. More women vote in this country - STAND UP FOR HILLARY AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Debbie February 6, 2008 8:09 am ET

Surprisingly the states like CA and MA where Obama's Big supporters ( Ted with his Canady clan, Oprah and her star power) stumped for him, people voted for Hillary. Does it mean that we are educated enough to make decision by ourselves? I am so sick of any kind of endorsement .I even stop watching Oprah entirely.There are a lot of kids in America that need financial helps but Oprah chose to build her school in Africa. Do not forget that America is where she made her money, build her empire.Why spend money somewhere else? Maybe it 's time she moves and makes her money elsewhere. Why not Africa? Kenya?

Asians are practical, they think Obama is just a talker, they think the Clintons is a more practical choice.

If Obama is not black, black voters will vote for Clinton, it is the same reason that Latinos vote for the Clinton: they had a solid history of working for civil rights.

If Hillary and McCain win the nominations, I really could care less who is elected President. Has any Republican who voted for John McCain actually looked at his record? Actually LOOKED at the UNBIASED, COMPLETE report instead of relying on what other people, campaigns, or news services said? If so and if you still support him, why are you a Republcan? What about the stand of the Republican Party is appealing to those who support a liberal in Republican clothing? McCain has spent more time planning and cooperating with Democrats at Washington than anyone else in his party, bar none. And you still think he's a good choice? The only true, conservative leader in this race with any chance of winning is Mitt Romney. A truly strong, courageous leader who thinks a problem through before tackling it and always comes up with the right answer. Support Mitt Romney and win back our country's future, or be lost in the dust as everyone else does without you!

A word to those states who have not yet voted - NEVER, EVER, rely on the news media for your primary source of information. News services are driven by the need to sound knowledgeable, informed, etc. in order to gain viewers, but in doing so they become biased or create premature views of candidates. I've seen some news services this race project winners in states after 5% of the precincts had reported - no candidate native to that state either! ALWAYS look at the Congressional Journal or legislative journal for a candidate's state, and make your OWN decision. Never let the news services decide your candidate for you - if you do, you don't have a right to be an American voter.