February 8, 2008
Posted: 12:55 PM ET

WASHINGTON (CNN) — In the latest edition of Us Weekly hitting newsstands Friday, Hillary Clinton accompanies the celebrity magazine on a “greatest hits” tour of her past fashion faux-pas.

In a playfully-mocking four-page spread titled “My Worst Outfit Ever,” Clinton addresses some of her more debatable wardrobe choices during her life.

Clinton dodged blame for the striped pants she wore in the 1960’s, claiming "It's not my fault… It was the '60s." She also promoted her environmental policy while considering the massive, brightly-colored overcoat she wore at a Feed the Children event in New York City in 2000. "I'm a big believer in recycling - even carpets!” she said.

The spread might irk Vogue editor Anna Wintour, who last month railed the New York senator for backing out of a fashion shoot at the last minute.

Wintour accused Clinton of ditching the shoot out of fear of public perception. "We were told by Ms. Clinton's camp that they were concerned if Clinton appeared in Vogue that she would appear too feminine,” Wintour is quoted as saying. She added that “the notion that a contemporary woman must look mannish in order to be taken seriously as a seeker of power is frankly dismaying… This is America, not Saudi Arabia.”

– CNN's Joshua Lederman

Filed under: Hillary Clinton


Independent   February 8th, 2008 3:53 pm ET

This is Hillary sticking to the issues and not play the gender card.

Carol   February 8th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

I saw these yesterday. They were funny. My favorite was the carpet picture.

Roger   February 8th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

"This is America, not Saudi Arabia.”

Too bad people in both places are scared to death of female leadership.
Maybe we aren't all that different.

John from DC   February 8th, 2008 4:00 pm ET

Whats wrong with CNN???

Correct me - It just dounds like the Clinton news Network. 7/12 article are about the Clintons.

Ok …for good or worse I am switching to FUAX, MSNBC

Scott, Royal Oak   February 8th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

Honestly, why does everything Hillary says make me want to barf?

I guess it's that the more I see of her, the more I realize that not a single thing about this woman is genuine. I really hope that someday, soon, a woman is elected to lead this country. I just hope it's not Hillary Clinton.

suzy   February 8th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

HILLARY ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!
GREAT TO SEE HER HUMAN AND HUMOROUS SIDE!
CAN'T WAIT TO SEE ALL THOSE FABULOUS OUTFITS!

GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mark S   February 8th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

Haha.. I think its funny that Obama went to New Orleans and said how hes gonna try and help. WHERE WAS HE A FEW YEARS AGO?? I know Bill helped a lot.. Also.. its funny how Obama said RIGHT FROM DAY ONE, then he said YOU CANT ALWAYS BE RIGHT… he only says what you WANT to hear.

Sen. Obama Blasts Cheney's Energy Policy, Doesn't Mention He Voted For It

Dani   February 8th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

What are the political news here???
This is a useless article trying to bash Senator Clinton.

I am for Obama, but this article here is out of place!!
Noone would ever talk about the wardrobe of a male candidate. So stop this!!

John Nc   February 8th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

Hillary needs to use Nancy Peliso as a role model. Hillary looks like a bus driver.

Sam   February 8th, 2008 4:05 pm ET

Hillary, is a female right? So why hasn't she ever worn a skirt?

wait a minute   February 8th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

Why can't Hillary just be herself?
Does she believe in herself?

E, KY   February 8th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

Really spending her time talking about issues isn't she?

tgrier   February 8th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

can we get some real news please, I am tired of hearing about Bill, pant suits, or how many people are coming out…can you start to talk about real plans that these candidates have. I am tired of having to wade through junk news like its spam just to get a good article that tells me whats really going on.

Amy   February 8th, 2008 4:07 pm ET

I take offense at that Saudia Arabia comment. Women from Saudia Arabia are way more feminine, and proud of it, than Hillary Clinton.

Anonymous   February 8th, 2008 4:08 pm ET

Now if someone wrote an independent article about this they would be called sexist. Women in this country keep playing both sides of the fence.

LisaMpls   February 8th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Hilarious! I actually lauged aloud at the "even carpets" part. I'm glad she agreed to do it. A little self-deprecation is always good for a laugh.

Marion   February 8th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

How presidential. We can all look forward to four years of fashion discussions?

How about a real four page article about her worst votes as senator? Or her worst political manipulations? Or her worst verbal digs at those who oppose her?

I am SO ready for a real change! A woman in the White House? Sure! Just not THIS woman.

Jane   February 8th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

Not afraid of female leadership … just Hillary leadership!

LisaMpls   February 8th, 2008 4:12 pm ET

John, Hillary looks like a bus driver? That is one strange comment.

And Sam, who cares if Hillary never wears skirts.

Okaaayyy   February 8th, 2008 4:14 pm ET

And this is news how? Come on, CNN…what in the world is relevant about this story? Especially, considering the fact that you have it posted under "Political Ticker"…shoot, if you just felt obligated to print this, you could at least have placed it under "Entertainment" or somewhere. Obama has been in GQ Magazine and that didn't make the "Political Ticker"…and rightly so might I add, b/c there was nothing "political" about it.

Honestly, if there is nothing to print about the candidates, just don't print anything. There's no law saying that Clinton or Obama's name has to be mentioned everyday just because it's election time.

Luis   February 8th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Great coverage from the Clinton News Network, LOL

Keep up the good work. Very significant……….NOT!

wale azeez   February 8th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

she's just at it again…I don't bloody get it…election eve and she starts getting nervous and emotional…she's using chelsea this time…poor chelsea…

Sam   February 8th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

Wow, how much did Hillary pay for that campaign ad on the front of the CNN webpage? Did that also include writing all these Clinton articles as well?

Jenny, Rio Vista, CA   February 8th, 2008 4:15 pm ET

The latest political news from CNN's Best Political Team…….NOT!!!

If you carry on like this, you will put the Enquirer out of business.

Paul   February 8th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

It's amazing to see the hatred spewed out by Obama supporters toward Hillary. This is change Obama is talking about? Wow. His supporters appear more like agents of evil embracing the cult of idolitry. He is a false prophet. I'll vote for McCain before Obama, and spare the country a disaster.

Steve, Chappaqua, N.Y.   February 8th, 2008 4:16 pm ET

It's amazing to me that even the most innocuous piece like this will bring out all the Clinton haters. What do you think will happen in the general election, people REALLY hate this woman. Is that the type of nominee we want? Is that the type of President we want? It seems like that's the type of President we have now. Think about it.

Karl, Charleston, SC   February 8th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

She has an excuse for everything!

Margie-Overland Park, Ks.   February 8th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

If people see these comments as derogatory from Hillary then this is all about them and not Hillary. I think they are very genuine. I've never seen bus drivers look like Hillary. What kind of a neihborhood do you live in?

Natalie   February 8th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

"Noone would ever talk about the wardrobe of a male candidate."

Um, Hillary talked about it.

Terry from El Paso   February 8th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

This is moronic. Who cares what other people wear? Wear what you want and let other people wear what they want. There is no such thing as "fashion." Have you all been made into merchandise zombies by advertising?

Our best and homliest president, Lincoln, did not dress as fashionably as our worst president - Harding, Grant, or Bush (take your pick).

Steph   February 8th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

What an insult to feminists everywhere. We can be as beautiful as we want to be when we want to be. I think Hil should grow out her hair and put on a sundress. On second though. . . maybe a sweater too.

Al in Wpg   February 8th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

Mark S

That bill you refer to, if you did some research, was altered before the vote to actually raise taxes on the oil companies and increase spending on renewable energy… is that a bad thing to vote on?

Dale Pazina   February 8th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

Please spare us from having to listen to every speech made by every candidate from now to election day. Those who have already voted no longer need to hear them; and those of us who don't vote until May, know the message of each of them will change by the time they pay any attention to us. Surely there is other news than campaign rallies.

SK   February 8th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

Honestly CNN
Is this relevent to the election? Just another negative article about Hillary.
Give us the real news, and what is pertinent to the election, give us legitimate info to help us make an informed decision.

KAF F   February 8th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

Who cares!! What does her fashion have to do with the issues, nothing.
VOTE OBAMA

Adarrah for Obama   February 8th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

NAFTA is Bill's Baby and Hillary voted for No Child Left Behind.

c   February 8th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

I don't like Hillary. This isn't about a woman being president. I think that this country is ready for a woman for President. I would support Pelosi, Rice, even Mrs. Gore. Just any woman but Hillary.

Ron, TX   February 8th, 2008 4:22 pm ET

Hey Hillary, how about we stick to the issues?

Carl   February 8th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

to Scott, Royal Oak …. change your name or least come up with something original. You've been stating your obsessive dislike for her for weeks. We get it… you don't like her. Get over it. You are boring the rest of us.

head of the house   February 8th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Listen, kids-

Haven't I told you to stop saying mean things to Hillary? You know she'll start crying again! Go to your rooms!

No Hillbilly   February 8th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

We had Billary, Just say NO to Hillbilly!!

Maria   February 8th, 2008 4:23 pm ET

Since when does a woman today have to dress in a specific way in order to keep on being a women. Hillary is wright. By the way CNN this is not NEWS!!! Keep it focused.

Clothes Horse   February 8th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

So what's not to like.? No, she isn't Nancy Pelosi, who is admittedly 7 years older, but not everyone wears Ferragamo and St. John suits. This is really a "fluff" piece (i.e. amusing, but not much else)

Wayne   February 8th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

For 8 years we heard of the Clinton Co-presidency. We heard stated ever-so blithely and repeatedly that if we elected Bill we'd get two Clintons for the price of one. Well, we did and, according to the Clintons, we did get two presidents for the price of one - a co-presidency.

According to the U.S. Constitution, no one can serve more than two terms (8 years) as President of the United States. No one, not even a former co-president.

Arguably, we've already put up with 8 years of a Clinton-Clinton presidency, and Miss Hillary is running on - of all things - her experience IN THE WHITE HOUSE, as a co-president.

I submit that by the very words, co-presidents/two for the price of one, Mrs. William Jefferson Clinton is ineligible to run for president and, if we are stupid enough to elect her, I submit that her "presidency" would be unconstitutional and could legally be challenged.

Let's end the Bush-Clinton-Bush-Clinton Cabal! It is time to get out of the truth let's give a different family a chance. Please…

Lauren   February 8th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

Mark S: "I think its funny that Obama went to New Orleans and said how hes gonna try and help. WHERE WAS HE A FEW YEARS AGO?? I know Bill helped a lot…"

To answer your question… Obama was there WITH Bill Clinton and George H. W. Bush. Maybe if you researched this at all, you might already know that. Maybe you just tell yourself what YOU want to hear. Here's a direct quote if you are interested in the truth:

"But after Hurricane Katrina, Obama toured the devastated areas with Presidents Bill Clinton and George H.W. Bush and then appeared on CBS's Face the Nation and ABC's This Week to blast the federal government's sluggish response and highlight the racial and economic gaps it exposed."

gigi   February 8th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

I think it is time to allow this candidate to speak to the issues rather than berate her every move.

Why does the press insist on criticizing her every move. I don't see a blog here about Obama, his necktie, his choice of food, his lack of wearing his flag lapel pin.

When is it going to stop. This country has enough issues to worry about than her choice of clothes.

Justin   February 8th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

The more she sprinkles in self-deprecating moments like this, the better.

Katheirne   February 8th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Why are we even talking about this? How is this going to help me decide who to vote for? Where are the issues in this article? Are all the cadidates wardrobes going to be put under the microscope? I agree with another poster, if Hillary was a man we would never see an article like this!

Dennis   February 8th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Roger's comment above apparently is an attempt to shame people into voting for Clinton, because otherwise, we are afraid of female leadership and no different than Saudi Arabia. Yeah, thats it. I see, we just should have elected any woman that campaigned for the White House this year. Look, if you think she is the best candidate, then vote for her. I plan on voting for who I think is the best candidate regardless of race, gender, age, or religion.

Court   February 8th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Dani - Right on! No one would even care about the attire of a male candidate. This is disgusting…Hillary should not have pandered to the press and even done such a ridiculous photo shoot. And Sam, news flash: it's 2008, not 1958. This saddens me greatly.

Karen   February 8th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

Get a sense of humor people! I don't think anyone making a comment even saw the series. It was a historical look at the odd outfits she wore. She is in dresses, shorts and a hysterical pair of stripped pants.

Just Obama supporters sniping again. If it was Obama over the years they would be lapping it up.

Walt, Belton,TX   February 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

She's trying so hard to be a man, maybe Bill's not the rotten apple after all………….

Unhappy Republican   February 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

In regards to Sam's comment, maybe for the same reason you don't see Scottish men still wearing their historical attire. Skirts are not comfortable, require a higher heeled shoe, and restrict the freedom of movement. All of these are very good reasons. The same reasons I don't wear skirts, most especially in the work environment.

I personally think Hillary, of late, has been maintaining a professional and attractive appearance.

I salute her for her tongue-in-cheek attitude about her past style. Oh yeah, I wear headbands when I'm working too. It's amazing how well they keep your hair out of your eyes.

Amy in Iowa   February 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

Who really care? …but the yellow suit is getting old.

kigozi   February 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

CNN BE FAIR TO THE CLINTONS, OBAMA IS BEHIND THE CURTAINS AND BLINDS PRACTCISING SPEECHES AND TWICKING POETRY WHILE HILLARY CRUNCHES NUMBERS ON HER NIGHT STAND TO GET US HELATH CARE

omatseye   February 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

@ wait a minute and all commenters. Can Hillary really be herself, do we know the true Hillary?

kathy   February 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

It doesn't matter what Hillary says are does, are wears there is going to be someone to bash her. But heaven forbide if we bash the grate Obama.

Paul   February 8th, 2008 4:27 pm ET

I, for one, am glad to see Hillary letting loose a little. With how much the corporate media and the right portrayed her as a stuck-up , it's good to see she's finally letting herself relax in the public eye. That's what America needs to see more of, politicians showing they're just like everyone else (just with more money, lol).

HILLARY '08!

Missy   February 8th, 2008 4:28 pm ET

Although it's funny, how sad to see that Hillary, an accomplished, intelligent woman running for president, has to participate in these kinds of softening things to show that she's not too powerful, thus acceptable. Haven't women come farther than this?

NOBAMA NO WAY   February 8th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

GO HILLARY - I DON'T CARE IF YOU WEAR SCRUBS!

YOU WILL BE THE BEST PRESIDENT!!!

HILLARY CLINTON 2008

paul eckhardt   February 8th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

Why is this even a topic? I don't recall reading any article on a male candidate's fashion concern or lack thereof.

shamous mc   February 8th, 2008 4:30 pm ET

“My Worst Outfit Ever” –now's there's pandering.

More fluff.

How about…'How are you going to get people from across the aisle to agree with your agenda?'

Greg, Athens   February 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Clinton rocks? Are you an idiot? Yes CNN is Clinton's network. They have wanted her to be president for years. Such a liberal biased network!

Lena   February 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Not all HIllary haters are Obama supporters. I am just a regular old republican!

Mike J.   February 8th, 2008 4:31 pm ET

Wile i was writing this i have cnn on the tv.In the last half hour or so i herd cnn reporters say about five different things about Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton to try and hurt her chances for the democratic nomination.I think Wolf and other cnn journalist should apologize to Hillary and Bill Clinton for the constant attacks.I also think this should be considered as slander.

Hillary 08

Help Us Obama   February 8th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Clinton voted for the McCain-Feingold campaign finance legislation in 2002, and nevertheless has 20 lobbyist-bundlers aiding her campaign, according to the Public Citizen report.

Niky   February 8th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

"This is America, not Saudi Arabia.”

Very respectful Hillary… Is this how you will see everyone if you become the president. Why would you even mention another country's name?… obviously to belittle them.

An Agnostic Democrat   February 8th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

The biggest problem being that no matter how you dress her up, she could never appear in my eyes as authentic or honest. She's tried to fool us with so many versions of herself, donned so many different masks and had so many lame explanations for what she meant to say, she comes across as neither mannish or feminine but just all out fake!

Fashion can't cure what the creator didn't give ya, Hilly. That would be integrity, character, truthfulness, equanimity and dignity. Need I go on? I dare anyone to find a sentence in print where any of these words can be found accompanying the Clinton name.

KAF F   February 8th, 2008 4:33 pm ET

VOTE OBAMA

Against the Cult   February 8th, 2008 4:35 pm ET

Sam, when Hillary's hips were smaller, she wore skirts. Since her body changed I have to agree, that in a skirt suit all eyes will be on her hips. And if you think the press is cruel on her laugh, imagine if they had a go at her hips…

pam,s.c.   February 8th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

who cares what she wears. however, she needs to get on a treadmill and lose some of hip action

Bob   February 8th, 2008 4:36 pm ET

I think her worst fashion faux-pas was voting to authorize the use of force in Iraq.

Just like striped pants in the '60s, everybody was doing it, and just like striped pants, it was stupid then and it's stupid now.

Benjamin   February 8th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

I agree with the above who notes that no matter what article it is, or what it says, the Obama supporters spew vile hatred towards Clinton. That's is "change" indeed, but not for the better.

Perhaps there are FINALLY less articles about Obama, because how many times can you talk about "change" without defining it anymore?

kigozi   February 8th, 2008 4:38 pm ET

what if obama's Speech writer got a flu and did not pen the speeches for him to read for Hangover college students…..WOULD THAT MAKE THE NEWS……EVERYWHERE SOMEONE IS SAYING SOMETHING NEGATIVE ABOUT HILLARY OR BILL…COME ON…ITS JUST A DRESS CODE, HEY WOLF JOHN CAFFERTY CAN USE A STYLIST BUT HE STILL HIYS US WITH THE JOKES AND NICE ONE-LINERS ON YOUR SHOW!!!! HOW BOUT THAT

GO HILL GO HILL!!!!

reluctantly for obama   February 8th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

hillary is just trying to be taken seriously. I wouldn't want to see Obama on Maxim

Janet   February 8th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

It's maybe like her POKE-POKE-CLAP-CLAP dance that she does on stage …

The first time I saw that I thought I must have switched to the comedy channel or SNL … nope! I can alreay see her meeting foreign leaders :

POKE-POKE-CLAP-CLAP

Damian   February 8th, 2008 4:42 pm ET

I think it was Georg Christoph Lichtenberg that said, "A person reveals his character by nothing so clearly as the joke he resents."

Hillary has been bashed by some over the last year for her appearance and dress sense. A standard that has NOT been applied to any of the other candidates.

That she herself, is able to poke fun at it, is a true testament to her amazing character!

Hillary 08!

Andrew K.   February 8th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

Anna Wintour's comments are very revealing — spoken like a true feminist. A real woman isn't afraid to be who she is, even if that means being sexy or pretty or feminine… whatever have you.

The point is you shouldn't try to be someone you're not — a point completely lost on Hillary and her so called "feminist" supporters.

Obama 08   February 8th, 2008 4:43 pm ET

Hillary and the Clintons, who cares? In general, I believe that she will not win the nomination anyway. She is short on money and on issues. Obama has won more states then has she and Obama will have more delegates by the end of March. Checkmate!

anne   February 8th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

What up with all the Clinton coverage today, is anyone else in the democratic race? I see your live coverage of Hillary, where is Obama's live coverage. Nice job CNN. I guess she needs your free coverage to keep up, glad to see you are williing to lend a hand. It is very unequal coverage, but hey, you might get the next debate if you do what the Clintons want, right?

Susan, MI   February 8th, 2008 4:47 pm ET

Please tell me that it will get better for ambitious, successful women in the future. You're screwed if you're female and you want to be both attractive and taken seriously.

BETH   February 8th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

If Hillary loses it will be to your stupid and gender based hate for Hillary. Her pant suits look better on her than your's do on you.

Ilikeskirts   February 8th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

Wintour is quoted as saying. She added that “the notion that a contemporary woman must look mannish in order to be taken seriously as a seeker of power is frankly dismaying… This is America, not Saudi Arabia.”

Hillary I'd like to see you in a dress once in a while, it will show that you are a real woman and mother, cause you sure do not act lile the first "woman" president.

Obama 08   February 8th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

To Mark S:

Hillary voted for the No Child Left Behind Act of Bush and the Republicans. Bill did not mention that when he critized the Act.

Amy, Kazoo   February 8th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

Isn't it funny that it's ok to talk about Michelle Obama trying to embody Jackie O, but to consider a more light hearted look at Clinton and you all cry foul. Do you all even believe your own rhetoric anymore??

Sandra   February 8th, 2008 4:55 pm ET

Haven't you guys learned anything yet? A day before any election, Hillary goes into damsel in distress mode. Now she doesn't have enough money for her campaign and her wardrobe isn't great. So help poor Hillary, right? Help America and vote for change we can BELIEVE in. Not last minute Clinton manipulations.

John ATLANTA, GEORGIA   February 8th, 2008 4:58 pm ET

So proud of Hillary.
She is superbly different and above all petty attackers of no deep thoughts.

sambudhollybear   February 8th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

here we go again CNN you got to put Hillary down only thing that CNN got in commons with Obama is nothing.

anonymous   February 8th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

I cannot believe that some commentors see this article as bashing Hillary. Holy ___ you guys are so in Hillary's camp that no one can say anything without it being anti-Hillary This article seems to be supported by Hillary and is an obvious attempt to make her look self-depricating and humorous -i.e. just like us common folk. I don't fault HIllary, thats her job to get our votes at election time. It's the same reason candidates go on SNL. If I didn't think that CNN is already so liberal that there are in Hillary's camp already, I would think that Hillary had to pay CNN to get an article like this written about her.

boynla, LA, CA   February 8th, 2008 4:59 pm ET

go hillary! you're always gorgeous to me, Madame President!

Texas   February 8th, 2008 5:00 pm ET

What is wrong with her showing her personal side.

All you people ned to grow up!

Go Hillary Texas is supporting you!!

Po Folk   February 8th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

I've owned one pair of jeans for 2 years because my children come first and I can't afford even one new pair. I also own one pair of footwear that I've worn for almost five years. I'll take her worst outfit over one pair of jeans or shoes every day, any day. Poor thing, Hillary is. Perhaps she should have taken some of her campaign money and bought herself a new outfit.

pmet   February 8th, 2008 5:01 pm ET

I notice that, perhaps due to the Hillary supporters complaining on the blogs, CNN has pushed Obama into the background to cover the Clintons (both of them). Wow, Hillary's worst outfits — now there's news. How about covering Obama asking Clinton to show us her tax returns? It is customary for elected officials and those running for president to show returns — only she refused and said she would only do so after receiving the nomination. Hmmmm. Kind of makes you wonder. That must be her "transparency in government." How about her and Bill not allowing Whitewater and other documents from their time in the white house to be unsealed until 2012 — long after she would hold office. Seems fishy to me, but as always I am sure my message will stay awaiting moderation.
Obama '08

Why is this news?   February 8th, 2008 5:02 pm ET

CNN, you lost most of your credibility after the Michael Moore piece. Keep it up.

CTYANKEE   February 8th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

"Hillary I'd like to see you in a dress once in a while, it will show that you are a real woman and mother."

Are you serious???

I saw Chelsea in Connecticut and it was nice to hear her talk about "her mom" She even mentioned that she didn't have kids when an education question came up "despite my mom's wishes!" I thought it was intriguing to see them in that light.

Rosemary   February 8th, 2008 5:04 pm ET

I would never vote for Obama!!!!! He doesn't have a clue just a bunch of pretty speeches. Lets elected him as a speech writer. I'll vote for that!
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Hillary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yes She Can!!! Hillary for President 2008!!!

Kris in PA   February 8th, 2008 5:05 pm ET

Susan wrote: "Please tell me that it will get better for ambitious, successful women in the future. You're screwed if you're female and you want to be both attractive and taken seriously."

It is seriously depressing and all the more reason why Senator Clinton's base supporters should be energized to vote her into the White House. Perhaps if once she gets there and actually does a good job, people will realize that a woman, regardless of her looks, age, or what she chooses to wear CAN be a great executive in the Oval Office in the greatest nation in the world.

sharon R   February 8th, 2008 5:06 pm ET

I think we also need to replace all male media with females will we ever be equal I think not no one voting for Obama remembers when women were only suppose to have children and keep house we come along way but not far enough I am for both Hillary and Obama but ladies before gentelmen.

Conan   February 8th, 2008 5:06 pm ET

Hillary is a woman?

Roger   February 8th, 2008 5:08 pm ET

"Roger's comment above apparently is an attempt to shame people into voting for Clinton, because otherwise, we are afraid of female leadership and no different than Saudi Arabia. Yeah, thats it. I see, we just should have elected any woman that campaigned for the White House this year"

Don't think so Dennis. I work for a female owned company and don't fear a woman in charge. But you think what you like. Have a good day.

vl   February 8th, 2008 5:10 pm ET

What difference does it matter what Hillary wears or has worn? If you'd look in your own photo albums, I'm sure you'll seen some real winners! Oh, and to answer one comment made about wearing skirts….. have YOU every been outside in the winter in a dress? Here in MI you'd freeze your legs off!

concerned citizen   February 8th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

"The Rasmussen Reports daily Presidential Tracking Poll for Friday shows John McCain (R) leading Hillary Clinton (D) 46% to 43%. Barack Obama (D) leads McCain 47% to 42%.
Despite much commentary about McCain’s challenge in uniting the Republican Party, the Arizona Senator’s support from Republicans is just as solid as Obama and Clinton’s support from Democrats. Obama leads McCain among voters not affiliated with either major political party. McCain leads Clinton among the unaffiliateds"

If you are a democrat and want to beat John McCain, rally around Obama. He's the one with the best shot (and possibly, as more and more head-to-head polls are conducted, the ONLY shot) of democrats retaking the whitehouse. We cannot risk running Hillary.

Scott, Royal Oak   February 8th, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Dear Carl,

I don't think I should have to change my name to post on here. Why would I do that? To try and trick people into believing that a greater # share my views? Is that what you do? What's your real name, "Carl"?

I'm just gonna go right on ahead and continue giving my two cents, buddy, no matter how much it "bores" you. "Get over it".

Andrew Goff   February 8th, 2008 5:14 pm ET

If Hillary gets the nomination over Obama, I will be just disillusioned enough to never vote again.

That goes for me and 10,000,000 other 18-30 year olds. This is likely your last chance to be relevant Democrats.

Whootie Who   February 8th, 2008 5:14 pm ET

Sam wrote, "Hillary, is a female right? So why hasn't she ever worn a skirt?"

Hey idiot, Why is that a factor?? Please explain? I can't wait to hear your sexist answer.

Casey, Minneapolis, MN   February 8th, 2008 5:16 pm ET

Obama supporters didn't seem to mind a few months ago when GQ Mag did a spread on Obama. What's the difference? It's too it has to be so negative between the supporters. If we keep this up - we lose in November people.

Obama 08   February 8th, 2008 5:19 pm ET

The U.S. Constitution says one has to be 35 years old and born citizen of the U.S.A. to become president. According to Hillary, no one is qualified to become president, unless you come from privilege and power. Hillary's logic diminishes everyone but herself. I disagree with her.

I refuse to vote for anyone who seeks to attain power by dividing We, the people, I refuse to vote for anyone who seeks to attain position by diminishing We, the people, and I refuse to vote for anyone who seeks to attain the title of USA President by tricking We, the people.

Anyone can become president because it is your U.S.A. Constitutional right to do so. I support Senator Obama. He is a unifier, not a divider, he is honest, not dishonest, and he is inspiring, not a debasing. Go Obama!

zzoooeeG   February 8th, 2008 5:22 pm ET

People on CNN have no right to use their power to vote for Obama and make everyone with no mind think "oh, they're famous I should copy them." Oprah, Chris Mathews and Wolf and much more are doing this. What does Obama have that Clinton doesn't. He has no experience, he's too young, and most of his campaign is voting for him becuase they are copying famous people and all he can do is speak well.
GO HILLARY!
U ROCK!

Rosa in NH   February 8th, 2008 5:25 pm ET

After reading all these comments, I don't care what people gossip Hillary, I will go for her presidential race anyway; for she is such an intelligent and capable woman. That's what we need for a leader!

Dem08   February 8th, 2008 5:28 pm ET

Everyone does stories like this, CNN just decides to focus on this story for Clinton, while focusing on Obama can beat McCain for Obama. Is this fair? No. Plus the Obama story is based on a poll( we know those are always right) where there are several polls that show Clinton beatings McCain.

I am tired of the networks misleading. They are tired of me I guess since they keep deleting my comments. Clinton leads in the pledged delgate count, but a couple stations still report otherwise. Even one where you can go to their web-site and see the actual results.

Hillary supporters know better.

Hillary 08

Sunny, Southampton, NY   February 8th, 2008 5:28 pm ET

Has anyone noticed Mrs. McCain's fashion choices? And hair styles? Poor thing, she may be very nice, but she truly needs some guidance. Anna Wintour are you reading this?

pam Eugene OR   February 8th, 2008 5:30 pm ET

That is pretty insulting to the women in Saudi Arabia Hillary. I am willing to bet there are a lot of them that do have their traditions and feel they are well dressed!

Karen   February 8th, 2008 5:33 pm ET

Wow.

If she answers questions she gets slammed. If she doesn't she gets slammed. If she "acts human" she gets slammed. If she doesn't she gets slammed.

What is up with you people????

And so all of the sudden we are back in the 50s and she isn't a "Woman" because she isn't wearing a dress? Are you kidding me? Romney was wearing $4K suits and I didn't want HIM representing me (although him in a dress would be worth a laugh or two…)

I'm a lot more interested in what she can do for the country than if she is wearing pant suits but since you all want to jump down her throat when she doesn't respond to questions, I guess she has to respond to all of them and just keep wearing the target you idiots have placed on her back. (Idiot comment directed at some of the comments, not CNN).

Eva   February 8th, 2008 5:35 pm ET

Funny, folks are complaining that the media is giving Hillary too much coverage, but I didn't hear you complain when the coverage was all spin and negative. McCain and the other republicans are covered quite well by the media, and Obama has been the media hog with his false promises of hope - like he corners the market on change and hope. Hillary is NEWS. Obama is hot air. And, they've just realized it - a day late and a dollar short. Talk about egg in their faces.

Lola   February 8th, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Distraction, distraction, distraction - she thinks this kind of discussion will help her in this race, hummmm. Maybe just negative attention. Any attention is what she is looking for now obviously. I'm disappointed in her and I am a 50 yr. old woman.

Eva   February 8th, 2008 5:39 pm ET

Sharon R - very well stated. I am most distressed and disheartened by women who join men in mysogynistic rhetoric - young women - who have no idea how far we have come since the 60's. Who do not know, or do not care, that if not for women like HIllary, we'd all still be baby-making machines whose biggest challenges during the day would be how to get our whites clean, what do cook for dinner, and how do we persuade our husbands to give us money to buy that blouse we covet. Its an insult to generations of women who risked so much so that they would have the rights they have today. Its recent history, and its ignored.

ps   February 8th, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Here we go again. CNN and it's best political team has nothing to do.

Don't you think CNN needs change very badly. It's disgusting to see some poor taste, lack of ethics, weiered thoughtfulness. Just get lossed

jackie IN MISSOURI   February 8th, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Paul, I'm right there with you……
If Obama gets the nomination, I could not in good conscience vote for him or McCain, so I would have to stay home.

I am mortified with the biased approach of the media. Anything negative they can find about Hillary Clinton, they keep on the news for days. Even the spin on her $5 million dollar loan. Had it been BO they would have touted it as his confidence in his campaign. Barack is give front and center whenever.

Remember the Reszko scandal….that disappeared in a day. Hmmm…did Reszko really introduce Barack and Michelle? Oh, I forgot ..Barack isn't really suppose to know him that well.

And forget the press about Barack beating McCain…it won't happen….

God Bless America….

Jhonmar, IL   February 8th, 2008 5:40 pm ET

Seriously talking guys this subject is so lame, come on CNN don't become the mirror image of FOX and their stupidity, their closed mind and their ignorance when it come to what really matter to the American people, I was expecting an intelligent conversation among the media (CNN) and the viewers

Observer, Jacksonville, FL   February 8th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

You know, Barack Obama just wrapped up a rally in Washington, where there were over 25,000 people in attendance and cannot waiting to vote for him tomorrow - and CNN are not even reporting on that event. Has CNN joined the Clinton campaign team?

Hillary   February 8th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

I wish she would've done Vogue again. It would've been great exposure. I still have the issue when she was on the cover in the '90s. Everybody knows Vogue women are tough a la Anna Wintour.

KBJin CHI   February 8th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

If you think CNN is ClintonNewsNetwork, when you switch to MSNBC you'll be enundated with MoreSurrogatesNewsfromBaracksCamp!!!!! MSNBC loves Him! Its kind of sad and I never expected that type of Bias from Chris Matthews!

Trieu Le   February 8th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Hillary:

Your beauty is from within, that's why most people don't see it. Perhaps if you are a surface person like Barack, you can get more emotional voters on your side.

Patti   February 8th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

I read some of the comments on this blog, and the things that are said against Hillary by men are an indication that they themselves have difficulty with their own masculinity so they "condem" her erroneously because she is a strong woman. I know for being another strong professional women making more than my male counterparts (because I WORK!!), men can't handle it.

Men, face it, you are in the brink (finally) as more strong women come out of the woodwork in droves.

Many men who are threatened by women and their strength of character and courage, support Hillary - they look beyond what they "want to believe to protect their masculinity" and KNOW that she is the BEST candidate we have in the next election - like it or not! On both sides of the aisle!!

For those of you you continue to baste Hillary (women too) for not appearing feminine (too masculine) - you do you think you are???? I have not heard ONE comment about the men candidates being too "feminine." In fact, no one ever thinks to mention what they are wearing. STOP THE NONSENSE! THIS IS 2008!!! NOT1908!!! You all need to catch up to the real world.

Trieu   February 8th, 2008 6:04 pm ET

Hi Rosemary:

My exact thoughts. He is a great speaker. Check out this site with the list of "Misinformation" he's throwing out there. By the way, he just started working on healthcare 2 years ago. He worked on the Lobbyist Reform bill last year. But this man and his supporters are misleading people into believing that he's so inspirational. It's sad that people in America don't do more research on their candidates. I did. That's why I'm supporting Hillary.

Ann Independent FairMedia,PA   February 8th, 2008 6:08 pm ET

WOW what happened to the cockey supporters of Senator Obama? Now that most of the News Network's CEO's have reeled everyone in for bias and subjective news coverage…that favor Senator Obama(except for NBC, they just hate the Clintons period) and the playing feild is begining to appear a little more fair and equal…we are seeing that maybe we will have a good race for the Democratic Party.
Time to heal, and allow Wolf, Anderson, Gloria, John King, David G(who fell into the biasness most),Jack C.,Solidad, John R, Roland Martin(the worst)…to name a few, I hope these people learned that sensationalism, negative spinning and hyperbole is second to OBJECTIVE and FAIR Reporting.
Rock On CEO'S

Personal note

If you feel you have hurt Senator Clinton's chances of becoming the nominee…you may have. But the BIGGER hurt is the inability to find his true campaign worth by the Glorification Of Senator Obama and the media's HUGE role in it.

David   February 8th, 2008 6:19 pm ET

When is Hillary going to wear something besides her Bumble Bee outfit?

Thelma   February 8th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

I so wanted to like Hilary, but dismayed when she hee-hawed a simple question…like was voting for the war a mistake? If she would just admit it, I'd vote for her naked.

the one   February 8th, 2008 6:25 pm ET

And this is supposed to make me vote for her?!?!?!??!

Jack   February 8th, 2008 6:57 pm ET

Bush, Clinton, Clinton, Bush, Bush. Now Clinton. HAD ENOUGH?

Patricia   February 8th, 2008 7:06 pm ET

CNN take that bloody Hillary add off your home page GAG

Charlotte   February 8th, 2008 7:26 pm ET

Her wins are called beauty contests,her clothes are scrutinized, if she shows emotions she is weak, she doesn't she cold hearted, her hair is discussed. A man only needs to change his tie and he is good to go. Men are truly afraid of intelligent women. Men, are far more petty then women. Men who are not real men will always be against women. Except their mamas. Weak Men will always be ready to attack Hillary because she is better then they are. They don't like a woman in charge. Women of the country unite and take control of the mess men have created in this world.

irma   February 8th, 2008 7:29 pm ET

SAM, your sexism screams out from the posts. Wear a skirt for a couple of days, include nylons and high heels. Then let us know why women won't wear skirts.

irma   February 8th, 2008 7:37 pm ET

kRIS IN PA. Execellent comments!

Sam   February 8th, 2008 7:42 pm ET

Hillary will be our next president and there is nothing the media can do about it.
Take that!

jeff   February 8th, 2008 8:09 pm ET

Would you like to go to war on your front door step then vote for a democrat .If you want those that have given there all for this country to be meaningless then vote democrat we had 8 years of stick your head in the sand already. How do you think the terrorist got so organized. They had 8 years to do it with no threat of intervention from Bill.

p.s congressional (Democrat controled) aprroval rating is lower than Bushs. Plus they have accomplished nothing but a pay raise for themselves.

CTYANKEE   February 8th, 2008 8:14 pm ET

Hey, A while back Obama was on the cover of GQ and all spiffed up inside too. Nobody was bashing him. Like I said, some people need to chill.

Kyu Reisch, Radcliff, Kentucky   February 8th, 2008 8:16 pm ET

I don't care what media said, Media lost respect, their mouth is garbage can. Don't worry about outfit, I love you and Americans admire you, Hillary. I and Americans will support you and vote you. Go Hillary.

judi in wholly toledo   February 8th, 2008 8:18 pm ET

We finally have a person running for the top position in this county that can pull this county together. Obama has everyones good at heart. Not just the Demo's but the Repub as well. He will be a great leader to start the healing thats so needed in the world oday. He will be able to seat at the table of anyones and eat dinner and have an intelligent l conversation. The USA is the greatest country in the world, we just made two bad choices over the last eight years…. Its time for a young bright,super tough man like Obama…………………………

James   February 8th, 2008 8:39 pm ET

For real change there is really only one solution to our situation.

Everybody needs to step back and realize that both Clinton and Obama are very good people and that is is highly unlikely that there are enough delegates left in any states left to throw one over the top with the delegates they each need. One wil out trump the other in different states and the count will stay very close to each other barring one of them doing real damage to themselves. Very unlikely scenario as they are both to intellegent to let anything go that far.

So Clinton is older and has more experience currently and if Obama really wants change then step aside "only if" Clinton will take him as her VP running mate. If she would not immediately with him annouce such an alliance then he should stay in the race as she will prove herself not to be as smart as people think she is cabable of being.

With this alliance the democrats would have a real chance of keeping the White House for the next 16 years. He also would be great to help keep the people motivated in keeping both houses of congress with a democratic stronghold. This means real changes and progress can be made over this 16 years.

Also if democrats did winner take all like the republicans versus the much more fair way of proportional allocation of delegates we do Clinton would already have a commanding lead as she as taken the delegate rich states thus far.

To me this would be a real change and way to powerfully allign the democratic party.

Tyler in Raleigh   February 8th, 2008 8:44 pm ET

Saying whatever it takes to get votes again. She is a man when she needs to be and cries when it wins votes. Maybe if she was just a PERSON and didnt try to "find her voice" in every poll people would respect her.

The Real Issues Again Please   February 8th, 2008 9:08 pm ET

Why do we care except I'm sick of seeing those hips. Now for the real issues concerning this country tune into an Obama speech.

Liz   February 8th, 2008 9:32 pm ET

As usual, the media is subjective. Funny because I was always taught that news was objective but clearly CNN and other news networks are anything but objective. They destroyed Howard Deans pres. run for the last election and now they are attempting to do so with Hillary. I am tired of the media in this county and only reporting on what the powers that be say that they can report on. People research and be informed voters. Don't only pay attention to what the media wants you to know!

mgleaso3   February 8th, 2008 9:45 pm ET

Actually, there was an article on-line just a few days ago about why/when Obama started wearing a tie with his suit whereas in the early stages of the campaign, he wore an open-necked shirt with a jacket. There also was an article about Michelle Obama's wardrobe (apparently she's accused of channeling her inner Jackie O).

Ridiculous on all fronts.

OBAMA '08

TwoCentsWorth   February 8th, 2008 9:50 pm ET

This is just another example of how CNN will go out of its way to say something demeaning about Sen. Clinton.

John from DC must actually be from another planet–CNN is very far from providing unbiased coverage of Sen. Clinton; they don't cover her public appearances to any great degree, sometimes barely mentioning them. And they don't interview her on The Situation Room on a critical primary election day like they did Obama. CNN does all it can to optimize Obama coverage, including special graphics on Super Tuesday (the checkerboard of state results) that were not provided for Clinton. They run his speeches in depth and cut off Sen. Clinton.

CNN is trying to create a "self-fulfilling prophecy" by touting that Obama will run better against McCain. We don't know that really–much too early. But if they keep pounding that into people, then people will think it so. CNN appears to want to establish a band-wagon effect on behalf of Obama.

The power of the media is immense. We need to listen carefully and to be careful about the impact of fine-sounding empty phrases in forming our ideas.

nccole treadway   February 8th, 2008 9:50 pm ET

This is news? How? It got her coverage, I guess. But doubt if it helped her possition. She needs to choose her coverage better, or at least stick to the issues so a article at this particular time address's something the american people want to evauate what she stands for. This is simple nonesense this close to election time. Crying twice was hard enough to bear knowing bad people was seeing her weakness(not once, but twice, with no crisis in sight) —–now this. what next? This is no time to do tom foolery! Or maybe she does this nk this is ok? who knows anymore! This is just strange behavior and way out of place. Did we return to the 60's or is she loseing it? Hey guys, I'm a woman and white——and I think this is a load of B.S. This isn't a jokeing matter. She hasn't decided how she wants to act, yet! Tough or cry! All I know is I see to much weakness in her. She doesn't know herself, or have the confidence she needs to be herself. If she can't do something like be true to herself———-how can she be a strong leader? You people confuse me as much as she does, at times. Get real———This as President————–I don't think so.

aware   February 8th, 2008 10:12 pm ET

Hillary the HOPE of 08 :)

She is authentic and beautiful inside and out. She is not a media mirage of a guy who paints himself much, much bigger than he is. She is in her prime for president now. BO needs time to mature in order to transition into the job in 2012.

aware   February 8th, 2008 10:15 pm ET

Hillary the HOPE of 08 :)

Come to think of it - Barack in 2016 - more time to mature!

Happy1   February 8th, 2008 10:30 pm ET

Go Hillary! You have to have a sense of humor to deal with all the negative garbage she gets every day!

who cares   February 8th, 2008 10:47 pm ET

February 8, 2008 4:32 pm ET
NIkky said

"This is America, not Saudi Arabia.”

Very respectful Hillary… Is this how you will see everyone if you become the president. Why would you even mention another country's name?… obviously to belittle them

AAh, Nikki, you dummy, Wintour said it, not Hillary.
Did you fail Reading comprehension in 3rd grade.?????
better go back to school, love.

Jeremy   February 8th, 2008 11:00 pm ET

I continue to hear people of America shouting for change. Just one question…Which candidate is offering change? Hillary promises socialism, Obama promises…well whatever he thinks will make him look more presidential than Hillary, McCain carries the stick of war and the promise of amnesty for illegals, Huckabee keeps hoping to follow in the foot steps of W by carrying the evangelical vote……The answer is simply RON PAUL. He offers the greatest change of all…actually following the U.S. Constitution! You want to return America to its former greatness? Save the constitution! Vote RON PAUL!!!! Wake Up my fellow Americans! The United States belongs to us all, not just those on the Hill and in the Oval Office!

lobbyist   February 8th, 2008 11:24 pm ET

If Hillary has been a servant of the people for thirty five years, the job must pay very well if you can loan yourself 5 million dollars for your campaign. Could this be one of those service jobs that Billy boy was talking about when he signed NAFTA?

veronica lynne   February 8th, 2008 11:33 pm ET

Had ENOUGH of Obama!! What a lightweight candidate with some truly vicious supporters on the blogs.
HILLARY '08.

Hilary   February 8th, 2008 11:44 pm ET

I'm not sure why all of the Clinton supporters are so upset about ANYONE reporting on this. I (admittedly) receive a subscription to US Weekly (yes, I use it to occasionally numb my mind during my train commute) and Hillary OPENED HERSELF UP TO THIS!! I mean its not like US Weekly didn't have her cooperation in this "story."

I'm sorry, but I wouldn't give my vote (not that I intended to anyway) to ANY candidate that would contribute to a celebrity tabloid! Man or woman. COME ON PEOPLE! This is ridiculous! I mean its one thing to go on Letterman, Leno, the Daily Show, etc. to show your humorous side - but to put yourself into these magazines willingly - come on how can you respect that?! The page right before hers? Eva Mendes and how she ended up in rehab - the pages after? "7 Nights in Hollywood" an article about who goes out in Hollywood and where. At least Vogue is a respected fashion magazine - that, fine. But a tabloid…

Joss   February 8th, 2008 11:46 pm ET

Instead of focusing on Hillary being a woman or showing her human side, maybe focus on how she's doing uniting her supporters, her party, her country.

Oh wait, Obama's already doing that.

Yes, We Can

Hillary Supporter   February 9th, 2008 12:03 am ET

Really….I am SICK and TIRED of hearing all these stupid comments about ANY of the presidential hopefuls. It is truly sickening to me to hear regular citizens slinging mud about politicians, especially when they later complain about the politicians doing it.

The facts are that there aren't any PERFECT men or women out there that will EVER run for president. Think about it we are ALL human, and NONE of us can ever say that we won't, haven't, or will never make a mistake, especially in our jobs. I've done it, all of you have done it and we will all continue doing it.

Our country is truly going downhill if all we care about is ourselves and what someone will do for US. I worry more for what someone can do for my children…..and quite honestly, not ONE of these people I would trust my children's lives with. I am terribly afraid for this country's future….

Casey   February 9th, 2008 12:13 am ET

This article reminds me of what the rich and famous actors do right before a movie of theirs is going to premier, they start a media blitz about "who they are dating, or not dating" or "something sexual about their current relationship" or "something personal about their life that they believe no one knows" just to get their name out and about. Angelina Joie does this in the most blatant way for every film cycle or event she is apart of. Tom Cruise as well. Now Hillary is using this same negative approach/technique that I believe Americans are tired of. She wants PR, free PR now that she is down by 2 and no debates on the horizon. Here we go, the clinton machine in full-on game mode. The "games" of media and PR are so unbecoming these days.

Time to turn the page, begin anew, time for each of us to apply ourselves for the common good.

Joe   February 9th, 2008 12:17 am ET

It is amazing how people who have never seen or met Hillary show such profound hatred.It has become a disease. when they search their souls ,I bet you , they don't even know why they hate her.Its about you the haters .Its not her.She keeps going happily.

Macunaima   February 9th, 2008 12:30 am ET

It is amazing how CNN and MSNBC go out of heir way to attack Hillary. Who is behind all this. Tonight , in the Bill Mahr show, the guests (all men) took turns in praising OBAMA and again going out of their way criticizing her. It must have a reason.

They finally said that the country was not ready to vote for a woman and that sexism is greater than racism. They finally admitted. Many people are voting for Obama because is the politically correct thing to do. They say he is charismatic, so people are not looking at the issues but because they feel good voting for an african-american. That is not a good reason.

At the HBO program with Bill Mahr they also said that business people prefer to have Obama as president. I wonder why. What is behind this media support for OBama?

CNN started this campaign that Obama can beat McCain. People will end up believing it without any evidence. Don't believe in what they say.

Vikki, Tennessee   February 9th, 2008 12:45 am ET

Come on people- READ THE ARTICLE before you comment:

Wintour accused Clinton of ditching the shoot out of fear of public perception. "We were told by Ms. Clinton's camp that they were concerned if Clinton appeared in Vogue that she would appear too feminine,” Wintour is quoted as saying. She added that “the notion that a contemporary woman must look mannish in order to be taken seriously as a seeker of power is frankly dismaying… This is America, not Saudi Arabia.”

The Vogue editor made the Saudi Arabia comment- Not Hillary. Wintour is quoted, then "she added" refers to Ms. Wintour.

HILLARY '08

the one   February 9th, 2008 12:52 am ET

I think I just understood the aggressive tone and stance of most of Hillary's female supporters…

Since 2005, she was heralded by the mainstream media as the next president of United States, as the first female US president. It was presented for years as the surest of things, as certain as death and taxes… Year after year, months after months, it was always the same story Hillary this, Hillary that. Slowly but surely, everyone started believing in it as a fatality and for many women as an accomplishment long time coming. 2008 was for most women the year where a woman, a very smart woman was going to finally be crowned president. I do insist on the word crowned, not elected… Crowned. This is how certain it would be.

But suddenly, for some obscure reason (no pun intended), a contender that most women had never heard off blasted on to the forefront of the scene, magnetizing millions. Worst of all, he had, the only thing she was lacking charisma. He, like her a few months prior, became the media's sweetheart and god know how America loves underdog.

Most women, now, just hate Barack OBAMA. It's not a question of experience and even less so a policy issue (which are only spin). It's rather that he might be stealing from them, what has been promised to them (and probably at the time rightfully so) for several years. It becomes irrational. Any reason for attacking him is used. It becomes a vicious circle, the more he wins, the more they hate him.

It is quite obvious that if Hillary was not this year running for President, most women would be 100% behind Obama, a charismatic leader reminiscent of a JFK, Tony Blair… and dare I say, Bill Clinton.

Please CNN, no more moderation, please!

lula jetmir   February 9th, 2008 1:13 am ET

Hillary will say and do whatever she and Bill think will get them elected again.They will tel the truth the same way they did when last in the white house.

Holly B   February 9th, 2008 1:15 am ET

I am not afraid of female leadership….I'm just afraid of Hillary Clinton in the White House!!!

CTYANKEE   February 9th, 2008 1:25 am ET

Hey, don't get worked up about this, remember WE ARE THE ONES THAT WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR.

CTYANKEE   February 9th, 2008 1:26 am ET

AND WE ARE THE CHANGE THAT WE SEEK.

Oh brother, are people really being this???

I'd run for the hills if this guy gets elected.

Unknown   February 9th, 2008 1:46 am ET

Paul, from way above,
…I'm with you buddy….I'm for Hillary 2, but I'll vote for McCain before the "P" charmer. (( The "P" is for people)) Besides, the fact, McCain has more EXPERIENCE!!
—–Here's to REAL change, Hillary 08!—–

Unknown   February 9th, 2008 2:03 am ET

So what if she voted for the use of force in Iraq…..I probably would have done the same thing if I was given the information that she had in front of her face. Why are you people putting all the blame on Hillary when we should be pointing our fingers at the current President, Duh-w BUSH!! "P" charmer wasn't even in the senate, then, so he couldn't vote one way or the other…who cares if he was opposed NOW days. If it's not a race card, it's an Iraq card!…just 1 thing after another! Bzzzz, Bzzzz.

Definitely Hillary   February 9th, 2008 2:15 am ET

I love Hillary's sense of humor which shows her intelligence. Only people with strong personalities can throw self-depreciating lines like that.

I want a humble human being as my president, not Snobbish Snobbama!!!

harriet feigen   February 9th, 2008 3:12 am ET

if it ain't Barack, don't fix it! .

(Quick! call the medics!!!!)

crazy_dems   February 9th, 2008 3:56 am ET

What a joke. And this is how far women have come? Now I'm going to think twice about voting for Hillary Stewart, I mean clinton.

michael   February 9th, 2008 4:24 am ET

i know cnn won't publish this because it is 'pro-hillary' (whatever that means)

READ THE ARTICLE. ANNA WINTOUR MADE THE SAUDI ARABIA COMMENT, NOT HILLARY….

geez

CHERYL   February 9th, 2008 7:14 am ET

HILLARY IS MATURE ENOUGH TO HANDLE ANYTHING! THAT IS WHY I AM VOTING FOR HER! GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Democrat Forever   February 9th, 2008 7:32 am ET

hey nccole treadway:

Get a grip. First of all, you are a woman, and you are fulfilling a galloping generality by critizing her crying. Its ok that Bush tears up, and Hillary can't. Whats up with that. BTW, I am a white woman and I think this piece shows a human side and what is wrong with this. Of course, this is serious stuff, however, let's have a little humor. This is going to be a long hard road and all of us have had a lot of campaigning already.

Joe-Wilmington, DE   February 9th, 2008 8:14 am ET

My problem is with her flawed politics, not her attire.

Danielle   February 9th, 2008 8:17 am ET

So Hillary has a humorous side - more power to her.

Lila   February 9th, 2008 8:36 am ET

I saw this article and it made me laugh. Self-depracating is a good quality to have particularly when you've been in the public eye as long as she has. I didn't however see it as a statement on feminism. Chill, people.

Bess Moore   February 9th, 2008 8:37 am ET

GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OBAMA ISN'T READY!!! HE IS NOT AND NEVER WILL BE JOHN KENNEDY!!! GET OVER YOURSELVES!!! GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!HILLARY O8!!

msummerlin   February 9th, 2008 9:12 am ET

I've always thought that CNN was relatively impartial in it's presentation of the issues, but lately, I've noticed a biased rash of reporting in reference to Sen. Clinton. Not only does it seem that Sen. Obama gets more coverage on CNN, the coverage that CNN gives him is OBVIOUSLY more upbeat than that of the other candidates. What's up with NOT covering the relatively important issues that could help voters make a decision on a candidate, but instead running some benign story on a candidates comments over her wardrobe. Get real, CNN. Or you're going to lose this viewer.

John   February 9th, 2008 9:54 am ET

We don't care how she dresses!
What we care about is that she thinks Americans don't have health care because no one has garnished their wages and forced them to buy it! (Think insurance companies don't love her?)
Obama thinks people don't have health care because they can't afford it.
I hope everyone grasps the true magnitude of this key difference and her fascist mentality. She is not, nor ever has been part of mainstream America. She can visit the poor and underprivileged, she can learn when to smile and cry, and she can support token handouts to special interest, that serve no lasting purpose other than fooling the less enlightened into supporting her. But, she can't overcome her elitist upbringing and truly care about ending our suffering. When pushed for an answer for how she would enforce her plan, she said with her own mouth "go after people's paychecks". She has the mindset that most Americans aren't smart enough with their money and we should let the government spend it for us.
Face it…A vote for Hillary is a vote for expanding economic slavery!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We can be proud that America is ready for and would certainly accept a deserving woman as president. That deserving woman has not arrived.

MB   February 9th, 2008 10:03 am ET

I'm so glad to see SOMEONE finally wrote here that NAFTA was originated by BILL CLINTON. Granted, Bush did not stem the tide but we owe the American jobs exodus to the Clintons. And you really think they won't do more of the same? They are for themselves and whoever will line their pockets………. foreign money, special interests, they have no prejudices. Its not YOU they care about. Wake up, America.

Politically Tired   February 9th, 2008 10:17 am ET

Frankly, I don't care what Hillary wears. I don't care what her clothes look like on her. I don't care if she gains weight. I don't care if she gets wrinkles. That is not important to me. I care about what she'll do with healthcare…Iracq, The economy, immigration, our reputation in the world, trade, and on and on.

The media, gets caught up on stupid stuff that doesn't matter when you're struggling to feed your family and pay your bills. They get stuck on stupid. I used to watch Fox and gave that up years ago. I watch CNN, Joe Scarborough's Morning Cup of Joe. I can't stand him and his crew either. I don't want to hear their unimportant opinions and Mika makes me want to turn off the TV, which I have done many times. She makes all these faces at Joe all the time…..and I don't care about what her father thinks either.

Please quit pushing your personal political agendas. These programs have gotten out of control. It's not the news anymore. Why don't you deliver the news stories that run on the ticker at the bottom of the TV. They would be a little more interesting. The media runs these campaigns and gives free promotional advertising to candidates. Like the morning there was a cardboard Obama in the background. Was there any other candidate in the background?. No! Hey guys I work in advertising. The more you advertise for certain candidates the more you put that candidate in front of the public. Therefore, you are promoting them.

I am glad Hillary's mad about David Shuster's remarks. Stop this bringing everybody down with personal attacks. Did you talk about anyone else's kids. No just the Clintons? You may not realize how severe the economy is in the midwest.

I have an idea for a reality show. Take a bunch of politicians and media people and bring them out to small town rural Kansas. Try to make a living and feed your family and drive to work everyday where there's no public transportation, with $3 gas and food prices and everything going up and up and your wages can't keep up. You all are so out of touch it's ridiculous.

Everything you do is for ratings. You sure can't trust anything you hear on FOX, CNN, or MSNBC.

Linda   February 9th, 2008 10:18 am ET

This is an answer to Sam who asked why she never wears skirts. HAVE YOU EVER SEEN HER LEGS? I have seen pictures of her in a skirt and her legs have no shape to them at all. Straight up and down. in fact, she said that is why she wears pants all the time because of the shape of her legs.

starleo14672   February 9th, 2008 10:44 am ET

I really do not care what she wears and the news networks if they want to bring it up shouldn't either, unless we talk about The fashionable Mc Cain who wears the same thing over and over and Obama who wears the same black suit like he is going to a funeral . C'mon leave fashion out and leave issues in ,and while your at it leave your opinions out ,and just report the facts. I personally am sick of your predictions and you trying to control this election.

Nando, Florida   February 9th, 2008 11:21 am ET

This is why she can't be president, She would be lauged at by world leaders, Dressing Like BIG BIRD. they are just country BUNKINS that somehow got let into the WHITE HOUSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!