Senator Obama does not have to debate Senator Clinton as often as she wishes. She wants a debate once a week which is unrealistic. It is a fact that he has debated her 18 times and 2 more debates are planned. His position is that he needs to be out amongst the people so that they can get to know him and what his position is on many of the issues. He has stated many times that he is the underdog since the Clintons' have name recognition. I appreciate that he is taking the high road and is not bashing her to the extent that that she want to bash him. Neither candidate should show Desperation by using underhanded tactics and negativity which is a typical trademark of the Clintons'. May the best man win!

I love my country so much and I want what is best for her people. Therefore, I voted for Hillary Clinton and contributed to her campaign. This was the first time that I've ever contributed to anyone's campaign. I honestly do not believe that Mr. Obama is the right person for President at this time. I've done a lot of thinking, listening, and research, and I have come to the conclusion that I will vote for the Republican nominee (probably John McCain) for the first time in my life IF Mr. Obama is nominated. Mary Jo

Here we go again with Billary negativism and negativity. The shamefull clintons will do and say anything to get attention. CAN'T THEY GET IT? THE 44TH PRESIDENT OF AMERICA Mr. OBAMA, has no time for no productive debates with loser Billary, Senator OBAMA as better to do, meeting voters listening to them and talking to them. Meeting parents, familly members and veterants of the unpopular Iraq war that Billary Clinton voted for to sand Americans DIE FOR A LIE.
It's clear, Billary Clinton in need of media coverage prefers runing non prodactive debates, runing away from people who are asking her questions about how cruel and cold hearted she is voting for a war to send Americans DIE FOR A LIE. Hillary is running away from families who have their sons, daughters, dads, moms deployed in Iraq, while senator Obama is meeting them and dealing with veterans and mutilated from the WAR SHE VOTED for.
I wonder if the Clintons know how does it feel to have a partent deployed in Iraq, praying every day that no army personel shows up at your door to bring you a bad news.

Hillary please get it once for all, go face those families whose members you sent to DIE FOR A LIE, what plan do you have for those IRAQ WAR veterans and thousands of familes who have lost their loved ones? rather than bieng in dire need of media coverage and going negative on OBAMA., tell us how do you feel about the toll of AMERICANS SOLDIERS WHOSE LIVES ARE BEING TAKEN BECAUSE OF WISEDOM AND POLITICAL CALCULATIONS ??????
Why Americans have to DIE FOR A LIE ? WHY ? WHY ? WHY? can you tell us Why Hillary ?

Whats so great about Obama? The speeches he gives are words that have already been spoken by JFK and Martin Luther King. These are not his own words. The media finds everything negative about Hillary because if they were to do that with Obama someone would cry discrimination. Wake up people! There is more to Obama than what the eye sees and it is NOT GOOD!

Obama Magic? Has everyone forgotten that George Bush was headed to Washington in 2001 with the promise to bring everyone together. That he was an outsider who was going to bring CHANGE.? Distaster! Or better yet, Jimmy Carter with his southern charm and his fireside chats. He was overwhelmed and cut off at the knees. How can so many Democrats be so foolish? You can call Hillary an insider but believe me its going to take an insider to undue what this Bush Administration has done.

Debate or not, the momentum continues, the movement ongoing. You want substance, count the votes! Empty rhetorics…count the delegates! Please, folks, facts are facts. What are you gonna do, imagine they're not real? Wish Obama, and all this energy is somehow false? Again, count the delegates, count the votes. And deal with it!

FOlks…of the obama campaign — I dont see how it is negative? Is there a lie in the ad? Debating in a group 18 odd times, is not the same as going one on one when it is so important to contrast the 2 candidates.
Senator Obama is obviously a phenomenon and is a great candidate but remember she is not exactly a fool or unworthy…I think ! Besides…it is not that he does not attack her or something! He is a younger politician than she is and is with a cleaner past perhaps –only because he is newer to politics.The vitriol that I see poured against Senator Clinton is saddening. I am sure she is not made of milk and honey but she is not the devil either!!!

I am a green card holder who unfortunately cannot participate in this election process YET. But i would love to see senator clinton win just to smack the media and press!!! They have lost their sense of objectivity so much that it is depressing. But it is also testimony to the power of the 4th estate. Senator Obama is a good candidate but they make him out to be like some god!!! goodluck to both candidates …..

David
If Barack becomes the nominee that is when he needs the magic, if you think he has it now you'd better hope he still has it after the convention when he will need the experience to handle the republicans. I agree with Jimmy! Hillary 2008!

They have had 18 debates. She backed out of one on MSNBC because an anchor made a mean comment, so she had to pout about it (she could have played up her mother role more, had she debated…then she could have loudly stated at the start of the debate her reasoning for initially wanting to back out, Women would have LOVED that). Obama is actually CAMPAIGNING in every state, as opposed to Clinton who has adopted the Brilliant Guiliani strategy of putting all her eggs in one basket.
Obama has debated her plenty. The American People have responded, and he is now the frontrunner. Two more debates is PLENTY. One before Texas, one before Pennsylvania. Seems fair to me, considering these are the states Hillary needs to win to even have a shot at the Nomination.

i wish people would wake up and use their brains. stop letting these news networks decide this election for you. the people who work on them like that annoyingly depressive character WOLF BLITZER are just disgruntled wannabe politicians. those that can, do. those that can't- rant! from everything ive heard and learned. i believe that HILLARY CLINTON is the best candidate. obama is just a black BUSH. telling people what they want to hear. if i hear that word MOMENTUM to describe obama one more time i will throw up! by the way what does that mean anyway?: for the moment? that's what i feel it is all about. for the moment folks!. he cant deliver on his fairy tale. HILLARY CAN!- SHE HAS SOLUTIONS!!!!

Obama is a magician, and is fooling all his followers. Cool-aid anyone.

There are clear reasons why Obama has refused debates, and it shows. Hillary Clinton outsizes Barak Obama in the many issues she can articulate based on her deep experience. There are few people who know health care better than Hillary, and Obama's not one of them. In foreign policy, she takes the cake and has world leadership credibility. Unfortunately, for Obama he can't measure up to her experience and ability to be ready on day one. Period.

George Bush had to learn on the job. Barak Obama will too. In the meantime, I hope that the Obama followers will start examining the issues and take a break from the sweet talk.

After next Tuesday she will be able to Debate , whoever will run against Her Senate Seat In NEW YORK!!!!!!!

OBAMA 08,12

hillary destroys obama in debates. it's not a speech, his lame speeches sound stupid.

CNN stop the spin. This ad is not negative, it is challenging. As for Wisconsin, she did campaign there last week, as for this week, why spend money you barely have in a place you are going to loose?

There have been 18 debates. We're sick of debates. The candidates' websites have articles on all the issues; people don't need to be spoonfed what they can research for themselves. Clinton is simply trying to secure free air time.

I think people better wake up! Obama has no substance at all.. it is jsut not there folks.. he is as they say and empty suit.. do we want another one in the white house?I think not.
I am tired of the media pushing this guy.. and the Republicans love it .. that is what they want..

Just a little information for everyone:

The candidate that is perceived to be doing better doesn't want to debate, while the candidate who needs a little help always wants to debate.

That's the unwritten rule of debates in politics. So if the delegate count were reversed, or the support for Obama wasn't steadily growing, we'd probably hear this same kind of thing from his campaign.

I'm an Obama supporter, but I don't really find this ad to be "negative". I also find this story a waste of CNN's time.

After reading two of Barack Obama's books, Dreams from my Father and the Audacity of Hope; I feel I know the man's heart. Extremely intelligent, a great orator, and a humanitarian to boot…I believe he is the exact medicine this country needs to lead us into healing within and to begin to heal our damaged image in the rest of the world. I also feel that the more people see him and hear him, people who did not know him before begin to take notice saying "who is this man who is real, genuine, and has such good ideas for our country?"

Hilliary gets plenty of free media! And I just wonder why?

People, pay attention to how much her images got on CNN & MSNBC. Get your stop watch out and count. How many times for how long. Also, watch how the camera show her. Images are closer? bigger? Front image? Backside image? With clear campaign messages audible?

Let the news media know that we DO know and we are watching them! Let the slick Willy know that while trying to get payback for favors, American people are not blind!

You folks do know that, Obama, is running for president of the United States of America. Right? Not the president of Kenya, or some third world, musliim country. Right? Just checking, because I for one don't want to be, reduced, to living like them, because Obama, thinks more of taking care of them, than us in the U.S. Maybe he should have taken his campaign over there some where! Mrs. Clinton on the other hand will care for the needy of the world. That's a sure thing. We know her. She does, put the people of the U.S.A. FIRST!!! I Think we need to keep a clear head on our, U.S. needs and the needs of Americans First!!! They, (the candidates), also must be able to explaine how to achieve those needs, (in debates), for us to view and hear in order for, us, to make an educated decision. Choose wisely. All of our lives depend on the choice we make. Even a really, good talker, trips themselve up, when people listen, to him long enough. Think back and think ahead. Wake up! Tthis is not a dream. But a bad choice, spent, on a dream weaver, could very well, turn, into a U. S. and World Wide, NIGHTMARE!!! We the People of This Great Country, are smarter than that. Aren't we? Or, are we not?

I think this discussion thread are moderated by unquestionably biased pro-Obama CNN. For a start and as proof of confidence, CNN should take Obama first as their networks CEO and well see it from there.

FYI, CNN posted entries pro-Obama. But if it is pro-Clinton, CNN will not think twice to allow it.

Alexander Mooney and Chris Welch, how much did the Obama camp paid you?

There will be two more debates between these two, that is more than enough. Clinton is just looking for a way to win a whole lot of votes with a 10 second sound bite from the debate. Obama is wise to be wary, he is earning his votes by campaigning in every state, not ignoring any because they are "not important". Hillary is desperate.

Where is Hillary right now? Does she want to debate from Texas? If she wants debate, then she should come to Wisconsin. She can't be in Texas and crying for debate in Wisconsin. It seems she's on the run. Obama has won 10 state in a roll.

Debate do nothing when just talk about lie special for clinton dinasties

FREEZE interest rates for 5 years would
1. destroy our economy in 2 months
2. IS NOT a PRESIDENTIAL POWER (she says she is experienced) WHOA
3. Banks are NOT OWNED BY THE GOVERNMENT
4. ONLY HILLARY and HUGO CHAVEZ are communist dictators
5. WE::::: citizens::::: shareholders:::::
OWN THE BANKS
we::::::::::: citizens:::::: shareholders have investments in MORTGAGE BACKED SECURITIES that have guaranteed us a specific rate of return:

Hillary is dangerous: pathetic dumber than utterly stupid or just another lie

What most Amercians fail to see is that both sides of Congress are responsiable for the mess we find ourselves in.

Jobs going over seas..
Price increases.
Housing market in it's biggest decline in decades.
Federal and state governments intruding more and more in our lives.
And a war that has lasted for years with no end in sight.
Throw in the torture, lies and half truths, frankly, they all need to be impeached and place on an island where they can talk each other to death.

Both sides voted for this..

What most Americans also don't see is the 'political royalty' we have created funded by huge corporations who fund this fiasco..

Kennedy
Clinton's
Bush's

And a host of 'professional' politicians that is no more than what we overthrew in the late 18th Century.

We just put a different tag on them.

We call them 'democrats' or 'republicans'.

In the meantime, Americans seek out some 'savior' as if Bush or Clinton or Obama or McCain is going to save them.
The very ones who gave you NAFTA, unsecured borders yet strip search you at the airport.
The ones who took your jobs overseas.
The ones who will justify torture and lies in the name of 'freedom' and 'democracy'.

The very ones, both democrat and republican who have taken our Constitution, circumvented it and made it a thing to be legislated away, excutive ordered away or just ignored.

As if they, this 'royalty' you have created, has a divine right to do so.
To lie, manipulate and break our own laws and then scream about 'the rule of law'.

The very ones who have taken a Constitutional Republic and made it an Empire.

There is no one going to 'save' you.
The simple reason is, you keep looking for your solutions from the very people who are giving you the problems.

jimmy velman - Watch watch you say buddy. You sound like one Racist loser.

Ok, CNN. Why can't I seem to post a sensible comment that defends your reporting and urges people to stop focusing on the inane and think for themselves? Too reasonable for you? Yet you have no problem allowing a post that asks god to appoint Hillary president.

No wonder I avoid cyber-space.

This ad is extremely misleading in that it implies that her plan "covers" every American whereas Obama's plan gives up on that goal. Hillary's plan itself won't "cover" every American, as if it was some angel coming to rescue everyone, but will force every American to buy coverage. Obama's plan proposes to make health care more affordable and accessible to everyone who needs and wants it, without forcing it upon everybody.

Both candidates aspire to universal health care, but one of the candidates hasn't forgotten about the American desire for freedom of choice.

Wow, she is getting desprate now. How sad.. she doesn't deserve the nomination a bit.

I think it's obvious why Hillary wants more debates. She thinks that if people see her on stage with Barack Obama, they'll like her better. She's hoping some of that Obama magic will rub off on her.

Go Clinton, at least there is substance behind you and not a lot of dreaming. Obama doesn't say much, but he does say it well.

Just because someone invites me into their home, does not mean i have to accept. The invitee always has the option of saying no.

Mrs. Clinton does not set the agenda for Mr. Obama. He has exercised his option to say and to continue with his agenda of reaching the voters his way, on his schedule.

That she would take him to task for refusing her invitation is childish and, dare I say it, an attempt to control. I am sure, as clever as Mrs. Clinton is, she will find another way to get her message to the voters.

Mr. Obama is not her conduit.

I think Clinton is just showing that in order to beat the heat, show everyone that she can play with her hair and pick her nose. Wake up Hillary, campaign more and let the people see you for what you are worth, not on TV. That is a poor way to beat the system. Sometimes what you say in Debates can be harmful, when you have true intentions. People hear and see what they want on TV but when you are face to face with and audience, they can tell what you are worth. Try it high school debate team girl. Hope you have the right questions to ask Obama so you want be surprise when your Latinossssssssss screw you over.

HILLARY WANTS ALL THESE DEBATES TO SAVE HER MONEY, IF I WAS OBAMA I WOULDNT FALL FOR HER DIRTY TACTICS.

I'm glad she went negative and called Obama out on it!!

Hillary 08!!!

What is NEGATIVE about this ad, it told the truth. I can not understand why the Obama supporters are so mean spirited on their comments and blogs. The Democratic party looks and sounds like it has been split, and that means we will not win the WHITE HOUSE in the fall. Look on these comments on any issue and you will see that the dreams that OBAMA says he stands for of UNITY, CHANGE, and HOPE are not what his supporters stand for. They are dividers, just read the comments on any of these issues on the Polictical Ticker. I dont see how any person would vote for Obama after they read these comments from his supporters.

Pride comes before a fall! Obama is getting a little cocky! He has to avoid debates with Hillary because he needs to get schooled quickly. He will have to have more than an empty suit and a motivational message to knock off Hillary or McCain on substance!

Obama has lacked specific plans in all of his speeches. It's no surprise that he doesn't want the debates. He'd much rather talk about Hope and Dreams, WHERE'S THE REALITY? Yeah, those types of speeches will energize the crowds and we all like to feel warm and cozy but there is nothing warm and cozy about the problems facing our country. What will he do when McCain brings up the same points Hillary has been saying for months? The media can't ignore and call McCain negative for bringing up valid differences as they have with her. I'm a Hillary supporter and diehard Democrat but will have a tough time giving Obama my vote if he gets the nomination.

I don't understand why so many people think Clinton has performed so much better than Obama in debates. As a political science major, I'm pretty sure debate performance is measured by the bounce either candidate receives the short period after. By the looks of Obama's winning streak, I believe the American people have shown he won the debates. This is a sad ploy by Hillary to hurt Obama's momentum, but it won't work, because what Hillary hasn't realized is that Obama's supporters are 100% dedicated to him. And to think, I was beginning to feel sorry for her.

Obama's health care plan leaves out 15 million people, and when they have to get all their medical treatment in the emergency room, the cost is 10 times that of someone with insurance coverage, and is paid for with your taxpayer dollars anyway. It is much cheaper to pay for the insurance coverage up front.

Hillary's health care plan covers everybody, has many more choices, and is subsidized based on income, so everyone can afford it. If you are low income, your health insurance will be 100% covered by the government. If you are at the low end of middle income, you will only pay a small percentage of the insurance. If you are middle income you will pay about half of the insurance premium. You will only have your wages garnished if you can afford health insurance but refuse to get it.

Get the facts straight!!!

Can someone please explain how wanting to debate your opponent is "fighting dirty"……?

What a joke!

Kevin,

I watched the CNN debates with Obama and Clinton. I liked both overall. But yes, he DID fumble, it seems harder for him to reach his words in that format. Clinton does better in that setting. When he gives speeches, his flow is better, the pressure is off and he succeeds at his goal. In her speeches, she's much more scripted, not flowing as well as she does in debates. There are obvious differences between these two as far as that is concerned and it's ok to be better at one and not the other.

So is it not okay for a candidate to make a true statement? I hate to say it but she is totally right for running the add. This is not a kiddie game this is a contest between adults. If we can not point out differences or speak the truth, then how will the people know the difference between teh candidates? Obama is a great inspiring speaker that I agree, but I also agree with Hillary Clintons TV add….

No substance? I can't believe Hillary supporters keep parroting that back about Obama. He's been as specific if not more so in his speeches than she has. Neither have explained every specific detail of their plans, you have to do the research. When you do you'll see Obama's plans are more responsible and attainable.

To suggest that Wisconsinites haven't been paying attention and that's why a debate is needed is just insulting. We have TV and get national networks. Really, we don't all sit in bars and raise cows and eat cheese. We invented the progressive movement 100 years ago and have the most open primaries in the nation. We're not stupid or uninformed and having a debate in Madison or Milwaukee is just like watching it in any other city. Hillary would do better to get out and shake some hands and meet people on the ground, but then again, she'd rather run a weak tv ad and campaign in Texas.

Let me get this right. I'm supposed to vote for Obama because he can be better on foreign policy because he has poor relatives around the world? Sorry, I'm voting for substance over slogans.

Go Hillary.

Clinton should ask the same question that Mondale asked Gary Hart "Where's the Beef?". Just talk won't do. You can skip votes and vote "present" in state legislations, but not as a president. He is obviosuly scared of debating HRC on specifics. Obama is a big talking liberal who is going to give in to terrorists demands. He thinks he can sit down and have a civilized discussion with Ahmedinajad and people like him. It shows how naive he is.

One more point, for those of you out there blabbering about Obama specifics, you enrage me!

You are here "participating" in a political discussion but you don't take the initiative to do your homework? Morons!

Is it because you just don't want to know? Anyone who wants to learn the specifics of Obama's plans for the country issue by issue, can (always could) go to his website and get extensive detail. When your ready to know the truth…go here: barackobama.com.

But many of you don't/or won't…lemmings, lemmings, lemmings. Don't knock him if you haven't bothered to do your homework.

OBAMA 08

BECAUSE HE DOES HAVE REAL SPECIFIC PLANS, PLANS HE CAN AND WILL CARRY OUT! AND WE WILL KEEP HIM ACCOUNTABLE, AND HE WILL WELCOME THAT!

NATIONAL HEALTH CARE…I THINK I HAVE HEARD THAT BEFORE
..OH YEAH, THAT'S RIGHT, HILLARY PROMISED IT OVER A DECADE AGO.

I KNOW, I KNOW, SHE DIDN'T KNOW WHAT WAS GOING ON WITH BILL IN THE OVAL OFFICE WITH THE CIGAR AND ALL…WAS SHE TOO BUSY RUNNING THE COUNTRY? WELL SOMEONE SHOULD TELL HER SHE MISSED THE OSAMA BIN LADEN THREAT RESULTING IN 911. THERE WOULD BE NO WAR IF SHE AND BILL HAD DONE THEIR JOB RIGHT THE FIRST TIME. EXPERIENCE????

WE NEED TRUE, TRUSTWORTHY LEADERSHIP!
OUT WITH THE OLD IN WITH THE NEW…

OBAMA 08!!

I think Clinton and Obama should debate the Constitutionality of electing the spouse of a former two term US President to the Presidency. If Hillary is claiming she garnered vast experience as the "First Lady" to the point of proclaiming her ability to be "Commander in Chief," then has she not already fulfilled this position? Does she possess experience as the US President, which essentially bars her from running the for Presidency, again? If her experience is not as extensive, then why is she arguing that Obama lacks experience (coincidentally, Obama has more experience in this primary season than Bill Clinton when Bill ran in 1992).

Her ad does point out one thing to me. Obama is about 1000 times better at making a speech and motivating everyone versus her cackle of garbage that she spews when she speaks.
She is done.

All the negative comments - this is why I am an independent voter. Stop with all strident and mean-spirited comments. Just support your own candidate and quit acting like five year olds in the school yard taunting each other. Nana Nana boo boo - oh my gosh - grow up already!!!!!!

Clinton going negative may ultimately hurt her. She's not even campaigning there, but she "wants to debate?" yeah right. And when Obama was down, he didn't run negative ads. Desperation does not win votes. And she shouldn't be surprised…why would Obama be looking to debate often when he's leading?

Once again, Hillary people, look at the websites and form an opinion, by the way, 8 years in the Senate adn 8 years as a first lady, no Healthcare reform, why is it all of a sudden she will get it done now? Barack might have a liberal leaning (he is Democrat), he has worked across the aisle in both Illinois and the US Senate. That is the Change he is talking about. Working together not fighting the Republicans, just like HIllary has said she is able to do.

Is Obama getting a "promissory notes" signed by the Independents and the Republicans that they are going to vote the same way(for him)
in November's General Election???

against CNN….I agree with everything you said

If the pundits were doing their jobs objectedly and asking Obama hard questions there would be no need for this ad that is not negative.
Everyone is afraid they will be called racists if they disagree with him.

Gov. Ed Rendell of PA is a bonehead caveman politician. His remark concerning Whites not supporting Obama because he is Black isn't anything new. One would think though that a present day governor would think twice before voicing such a divisive opinion about the wishes of the people of this nation. His thinking is still set in an old paradigm that the nation is desperately trying to shake.

hey does anyone know where you report unfair reporting standards, in relation to elections specifically? this is getting really out of hand

One more thing..I think all you Clinton supporters need to take a second look at her healthcare plan…pretty scary. It may cover everyone..but at what cost to everyone????

There have been many debates and I'm sure many of us know where the candidates stand at this point. Your either for Obama or Clinton. I support Obama because he does get it. He understands that there needs to be a change in government and with the help of his supporters (America), he has the experience to organize and make a difference in changing everything from our economy to medical care.

Look at what he's done with his own campaign and its success against HRC. You can't do what he did by lacking substance, this is a cerebral person with sincere, real hopes and dreams to better our nation. We are in a new era, the Clinton's and the Bush's can no longer hold us captive to their corporate interests any longer…May the best candidate win.

PAST vs. FUTURE

Here something the Press or Hillary is not pointing out. Her health care plan "forces" everyone to have health care if they wanted it or not. Weather they can afford it or not. Weather their religion rejects it or not. When are other politicial going to stop with the absolutes. "NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND", "HEALTH CARE FOR ALL", "EMPLOYMENT FOR ALL" are all fantasies. First, some people choose (right or wrong) not to want to learn, or get health care, or work for a living. Second, the government can not give these things a gifts. A person needs to want them and have them available and that what Barack seems to be saying.

Who needs a debate? By now you have formed an opinion of her- she's been in the public eye for over 15 years! If you want to learn about a candidate you read it on the website, at least what most info seeking people do. If you're not so internet savvy, you may get your info from local newspapers & tv- in which case campaigning in-state is the only way to get someone's attention…. My poor mom, lives in Chicago and had never heard for Obama. She said she'd vote for Hillary cause she's gone through so much and seems smart. BAM that's how people decide. Not because of debates…. another thing, the Clintons didn't expect to have to work on securing the votes. They thought the machine in the democratic party would allow them to just get the nomination without a challege. hah hah hah. I hope Obama wins! Go OBAMA Go

Obama does not need to participate in debates with Hillary.
He does a lot better meeting people directly, so they can
appreciate how honest, sincere, enthusiastic, and brilliant
he is.
In debates, she talks about her experience, she forgets to say
how wrong she was from day one…..
Hillary is the PAST, Obama is the FUTURE!

It's about time Barak gets asked some hard questions. Side by side he looks like a novice when compared to Hillary. Go Hillary. Pennsylvania loves you.

Face-time with voters or face-time with Clinton - is there any comparison? It will be the voters he has met and been able to influence in person that will elect him. To listen to La Clinton say one more time that she will make a better "commander-in-chief" - no thanks. Is this woman a dominatrix or something ? The only reason she wants more debates is to get free air-time. When you are running out of money you have to grab anything free that is going past your downward-sliding campaign.

oh my god they deleted all my earlier ones too.

CNN YOU ARE SICK!!!!!!!!!!

how about CNN-KGB? think that works better.

Rebecca and to all other's with issues about why Obama will not vote:

The reality is…McCain, Huckabee, Hillary and Obama are all speaking promises. Until they make it to office and work with Congress nothing is a fact. So look at their records and make an educated decision!

You won't to do away with the Electoral College…then become educated voters so we want have approx. 8,000 electors deciding for you!

Why does everyone tout Sen Clinton's experience?

I wouldn't trust a brain surgeon's wife to operate on me or a pilot's wife to fly my plane.

I'll give her credit with being around the process and near the process. But isn't that the process we all hate? Wouldn't you want someone outside the process?

What about being a lawyer elected to DC makes one qualified to lead a country?

Is anyone really "Ready on Day 1?" Character is what makes someone ready. Not experiences in DC - "Fanatasyland"

If being in DC makes you ready for the job of president then lets elect Ted Kennedy or Ted Stevens…how in touch with the real people do you think they are?

To all that are sick of CNN……CNN has be against Hillary, just
read between the lines. However CNN is run by a bunch of men,
and would not like to see a women become President. So sad.
The women of America need to wake up, women do a much better job when it comes to keeping their houses in order. I think Hillary
would do an excellent job at the White House. CNN does not want
that.

Joe NJ - Are you planning to have an abortion soon? Seriously, where do you Billarybots get this stuff?

Obama has provided answers and plans for those who are actually willing and open minded enough to listen. Once someone pulls the blindfold off their face, they are able to see that Obama's plans are more practical and feasible. Furthermore, none of his plans will penalize those who do not wish to participate.

There are two more debates planned. That is enough. Hillary is running out of funds, support, and effective tactics. She has shown time and time again to be willing to distort facts. That alone invalidates her credibility.

People say that Sen. Obama attacks Hillary. He has never attacked her or her husband when there were times that I believe he should have.

Comparing your proposals is not attacking. Showing the differences is not attacking. BUT saying something that is just false is not only negative attacking but a sign of desperation.

We all knew that the clinton's would show their true colors eventually.

Just as Billary would have, Sen. Obama does not have to accept all the debates that she is deparately looking for. Why help your opponent when you are leading. Sen. Obama is not a fool…….Billary just thinks he is.

Yesterday showed they need to do something…………..the dirty tricks and lies have started from the clinton side.

The questions have already been answered! I'm not against Clinton but I feel like since her money is short she is trying to get some free air time. Obama is not just making speeches……he's answered the questions 18 times.

Change is upon us…….finally.

Obama 08!!!

Obama has policy and he has stated how his policy will work at several locations. How would you know if you are a Hillary supporter. You people act like he will be sitting up in the white house learning what to do as days go by. It's not like that. It is not like training on the job. Educate yourself about the responsibilities of the Presidency before you express yourself. Bill Clinton had just as much experience as Obama does. Besides, he wil surround himself with experienced people to balance his good judgement.

The more debates Hillary can get lined up, the more exposure
she gets at someone else's expense. There has been 18 debates
to date, and most of them cover the same dialogues. In the beginning of course there were more candidates, but at the end of the day
the majority of voting Americans have figured out the positions of
the last two candidates. Moreover we are seeing more and more
what happens when things don't go right, or do go wrong with a candidates campaign. Heads role. In a more sophisticated kind of way. In most work enviornments if you're going to be fired they usually give you the opportunity to 'resign' to keep the firing off the record.
That just happened in this election process. Did you recognize it???
So with all the back and forth, let's make a choice and vote. Or,
exercise your right not to excercise your vote. That is what we
Americans have the power to do. Thank you.

One of the pundits on MSNBC finally told the truth last night. He said every time he asked Obama's supporters to name one of Obama's accomplishment in the past that earned their support, those people just said "ugh,.." couldn't name a thing. That should tell you what kind of supporters Obama has. So sad. I am scared for the future of our country. Eight years of Bush is bad enough, we cannot afford to gamble for another four years. Please be practical and come to your senses and vote for Hillary has positioned herself well with solid plans, policies and goals to bring our country forward!!
I have a lot of dreams and hope, but I need Hillary to make them come true as she is a doer and workhorse.

Barack Obama on abortion

On Roe v. Wade
Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., has said a woman's right to decide how many children to have and when is one of the nation's most fundamental freedoms. Obama opposes a constitutional amendment or federal law banning abortion.

At a forum in July conducted by the Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Obama implied that he would appoint Supreme Court nominees who support Roe v. Wade, the 1973 decision legalizing abortion.

"With one more vacancy on the court, we could be looking at a majority hostile to a woman's fundamental right to choose for the first time since Roe v. Wade, and that is what is at stake in this election," Obama said. "It is time for a different attitude in the White House. It is time for a different attitude in the Supreme Court."

Hilliary, do you need to cry again on TV. Buy your own time to cry!

i've just had all my cohesive arguments blocked by cnn. funny how its always the ones that question obama's new 'legend' status.

i think it's transparant, obscene, and deceptive,

Its at moments like this you write things off. like CNN, for example?

Imagine that… Hillary goes negative!!! Who would've guessed… obama and hillary have debated 18 times already! she just wants free air time because she has NO money! she just uses her husband for votes also..

GO OBAMA!

That statement in the ad is not negative. It true. Obama and the media have stole this election, but yet Obama can not make clear answers and the media refuses to ask.

Yes, we had 18 debates, but only one that featured the last two standing. They should debate.

Shari feel free to go the the Library of Congress website and see what the junior Senator from IL has done compared to Senator Cinton.

Susanne T - Because he does not have too, he's leading.

Unknown - If the people's vote are so easily swayed than how valid were they to begin with.

If you know the truth, nothing can sway you from it!

I should not be paying tax dollars to bail out people because they were stupid enough to buy a home and accept a payment they could not handle. There is a personal responsibility problem in this country. No one should spend money they haven't earned or worked for. The whole idea that I have to bail you out because you were too stupid to know you couldn't actually afford something is absurd.

CNN - thanks for not posting my comment NOT!
Just trying to educate the voting public regarding both candidates health care plan - of course since the article I found had a 'pro' Clinton stance you refuse to post it.

Nice.

Journalism in the US no longer exists -

The reason she is behind is because she promotes negativity, thus she receives negativity in return. Not just from her opponents, but from the media too. This negative call out for a debate is the same ol same ol that gets her in trouble. Granted, with the roll that Obama is on, it seems like she has no choice but to go negative. It backfired on her in S. Carolina. And it will backfire on her again in Wisconson and Texas.

Hillary (and her followers)… please embrace another strategy.

Good for her.
I'm sick of CNN attacking Hillary on behalf of Oprama.
It's about time she fought back.

I don't understand why people say Barack is avoiding debates because he can't awnser the questions. If you watched the last nationally broadcasted debate, there was a group of undecided people that was interviewed afterward and all but two of them supported Barack because they said his message and policies were clear and powerful.

This ad is contradicting her political strategy. Where was she last night? Texas. She wil be skipping over the upcoming states and focusing on Texas ans Ohio, which are considered bigger wins.

Obama has won states all over the country. He is a uniter. He has debated with Hillary 18 times and will debate her twice more shortly. If this is dodging debates… well, I think more would be ridiculous.

Please, if you feel you have not seen enough debating.. go on their websites and read their stances….their websited both clearly show their messages.

I used to be in support of Hillary, but Barack has my vote.

Reading is fundamental…I don't need another debate…its on the websites and if you are too lazy to read, then you do not need to vote. Simple as that….Go Obama!!

Yes it is a long and winging road, only its gonna get another eight years longer begore she can get another crack at the presidency

Imagine that!! Billary is showing her true colors again!! Obama must be doing well!!

Hillary is two faced. She said in New Hampshire that the race for president is not a game. Now who is playing the game? She is just upset that Obama can get in touch with people more than she can. I like the fact that Obama doesn't stiffen under pressure, instead he keeps his peace and go with the flow. He is truly a real person.

Hillary wants to debate Barack because that is one of the few things she is good at. He doesn't have to say a word in the next debate and he will still win it. The American people have already made up there minds. Move over Bill And Hillary.

Hillary give it up!!!!!! After 35 years in politics, you should have better tricks, so much for experience.

February 13th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Mind you people, Hillary is the only one who could criticize Obama so it will made publicly-known. The media will never post any negative news about Obama, nor asked him any negative questions because they also believe and respected him, they admire him with his Charisma and unproven ability to face the negative criticsms of the public..All we can see and hear about Obama is his hope of change, his repetition of Speeches (which he masters enough to inspire people)…Do you think this qualities he have will be enough for him to face and tackle the job of being the President of a Powerful country??

I do not think so, first of all, the media will not criticize Obama because he is black and the media is afraid to be called 'racists' , they are a bunch of cowards. Second, Obama has the money of Oprah.
I wonder where are all those Liberals, feminists who care about women issues and they are supposed to support a woman, I guess, money talks. and Oprah's money is talking loud. How dissapointed.

Hillary Clinton is taking aim at Barack Obama!
What else can she do? The Clintons are losing it.
Now Hillary wants to debate every week! She is the chicken that is running around wondering what to do next.
The negative ads won't work; this is something out of the past.
Barrack Obama is for the future if you have been paying attention.
What else can she do?

Why no one says anything when Obama attacks? Have you noticed that Obama has been attacking all along counting from after the before super Tuesday debate? It seems that When Obama attacks it sounds like a little kitten mewing, when Clinton attacks if sounds like dog fight? What is wrong with people out there and the media and press? They never get enough of anything negative from Clinton while largely ignored the same from Obama? I don't care how great Obama is, how electable he is (btw, partially the product of the media machine behind), the whole media's unfairness and the way they created Obama someone he's not yet, then came along the blindly painted Obama by his supporters as hero, JFK, or even Jesus like, and he appeared to be so cocky, these type of happenings make me sick of him.

It’s time Hillary stops padding the punches. Hillary needs to take off the gloves and bare-knuckle Barrack in the corner. They spent enough time jabbing and never landed any real blows. Voters are willing to go all necessary rounds in order to truly distinguish their stance on issues presented, background, and qualifications.
Democrats, as well as Independents and Republicans all need to recognize not only who will be the contenders, but who can deliver on the Knock-out in November.
Obama is “ALL TALK” outside the ring.

I'm an independent and Obama has my vote in Wisconsin's primary. I'm sick of partisanship, I'm sick of griping and dirty tactics, and I'm sick of Hillary Clinton. She brings nothing but negativity to the race.

And this is "negative"?? I am continually amazed at how touchy the American people are, how quick to demonize. Including the media which has become enamored of Sen. Obama. He doesn't fill me with hope per se, he's just a great speaker. I want and the country needs more than that, but never underestimate the shallowness of the American people. He's not as great as it's being portrayed, and she's not as bad as she is portrayed. Let's look at the issues and who's actually addressing them, rather than holding pep rallies. And i am becoming more disgusted with the press, including CNN. True journalism is dead.

I think Obama is doing better than Hillary because the Media is in favor of Obama. Obama does get the negative attention that Hillary does. Also Obama does not like to debate because he cannot back up his promise of change with any real plans or experience and when he does tell something that he has done, Hillary is right there to correct it. The media is responsible for Obama's success so far and I have a problem with superficial campaign.

WHERE DOES SENATOR OBAMA STAND ON ABORTION RIGHTS AND THE RIGHTS OF WOMEN TO CHOOSE?

While serving in the Illinois Senate, on seven (7) different occasions, Mr. Obama voted "Present" instead of "NO!" on proposed legislation that would either restrict or eliminate abortion rights. His explanation: there are complexities in the Illinois Senate that makes it beneficial to vote "present" instead of "no". Best anyone one has been able to derive; Obama was trying to remain neutral in order not to lose his substantial religious supporters who oppose abortion.

IT SHOCKED ME TO ALSO FIND OUT!
That if you visit Senator Obama's website and look under ISSUES; there are 20 top issues listed and not one of them pertains to Abortion Rights or the Right to Choose.

In fact I was only able to find only one article posted which is buried deep under the main heading of "PEOPLE" sub heading "Women"

POSTED ON OBAMA'S WEBSITE
A Message to Pro-Choice Voters Regarding the Democratic

Presidential Primary — NARAL Pro-Choice America
Beginning in Iowa, continuing into New Hampshire, and now in South Carolina and the states voting in the February 5 contests, there has been an undercurrent of speculation and innuendo that calls into question Sen. Obama's record on choice. This has the potential to divide the pro-choice community and create tension where none should exist. Today, for the sake of our issue and our movement, I am asking that these tactics stop…. Here are the facts pro-choice voters need as they head to the polls…: Sens. Clinton, Edwards, and Obama are fully pro-choice. NARAL Pro-Choice America endorsed all three candidates in their previous campaigns. All of the candidates have voted pro-choice; have publicly affirmed that they are pro-choice; and have taken actions that back up their pro-choice voting records and statements.

THIS ARTICLE IS THE ONLY MENTION THAT I COULD FIND ON HIS WHOLE WEBSITE ON THE THE ISSUE; The article above, posted on his website, seems to be sweeping some dirt under the carpet. I believe it helps to make my point. There is suspicion and uncertainty Senator Obama, will not take a front and center stand and cannot be relied on will to fight to protect Abortion Rights.

I CAN'T BELIEVE I NEVER KNEW THIS! I JUST TOOK IT FOR GRANTED LIKE EVERYONE ELSE THAT HE WAS GOING TO PROTECT WOMEN'S RIGHT TO CHOOSE.
WHAT A WAKE UP CALL THE YOUNG WOMEN OF AMERICA WILL HAVE WHEN THEY FIND OUT THAT THEIR ROCK STAR ORATOR LITERALLY PROMISING "THE SUN, THE MOON AND THE STARS" WILL NOT STAND UP FOR ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY.

I like Obama and he talks about what people have been wanting from their government. The fact that he does not have donations from the major corporations adds credibility.

But at some point he has lay out the framework for the changes he thinks will be proposed by him and how he plans to tell the vested interests that have deep pockets and deep roots that they are effectively fired.

Sometimes i worry. This president in indonesia or something bought about so much major changes like changing the currency and stuff and it did not go well. Change is good, but lets hear it, discuss it and implement it. As they say, beware what you wish for, you might actually get it.

I believe Senator Obama's campaign manager hit the nail on the head when he said "we've got other business to do here in terms of meeting voters face to face". I certainly hope Obama does not stoop to Clinton's level with regards to negative ad campaigning. If she breaks her word to keep the campaign postive, what else will she break her word on?

Oh, and mandating people to buy health insurance? It won't work, it's too difficult to control, and is terribly inefficient. Her idea is going to cost $110 billion; Obama's plan to lower health insurance costs runs at about half of Clinton's. Where's the fiscal responsibility in her plans when the country has spiraled into the trillions of debt because of a fabricated war that Bush started–which, btw, she voted for?

Don't get so caught up in the Presidential race that you forget about who REALLY makes the laws that affect our lives … CONGRESS!!!

Who's your congressman? Is your Senator's seat up for election?

The President is ALL about leadership not legislation.

If you're not happy about how Washington is representing you … maybe it's time to change your Congressman and/or Senator.

Vote smart.

"Maybe he'd prefer to give speeches than have to answer questions"

Actually, yes, yes he would. His campaign has plenty of money for him to continue reaching out to the voters and he has every right to do so. And yet, despite that fact he still agreed to two more debates in the next couple of weeks. I think that is a fair compromise.

Yes, the years before Bush weren't "all that bad"… the subpoenas, file gate, travel gate, losing a majority in congress, finger waggin' in the t.v. "I did not have sex with that woman…" Great times. Hillary likes to say that it took a Clinton to clean up after the first Bush, it'll take another to clean up after the second… Well,… we then gotta ask ourselves, why was Bush II elected?? did Bill or Hillary have anything to do with it? They prodded and poked the conservative, right wing, fenatical giant with their arrogance and look what we got! George W. You think this year's vote is a referendum on Bush? What was it in 2000? Remember, "restore the integrity of the Oval Office"… Yes, the clinton years were wonderful!

I think that this is the worst election we ever had. It has been going on so long and all the candidates are not very good. It is like trying to choose the best of the worst. I am totally disqusted with the whole darn thing.

Do your homeowork folks. He is specific about policies and what he refers to by change. His proposed ethics reform has been called the most aggressive reform to date" No substance? The Washington Post rated his economic plan an A to his HRC'ss C.. I believe one C student in the white house has been one too many, thanks. There's plenty of meat behind the poetry. You just have to make yourself aware instead of waiting to hear it in a stump speech or at a rally. Also, no PAC or lobbysist money. That isn't rhetoric-it's fact, and it speaks volumes.

I am a registered Republican, have voted party lines my entire life and for the first time ever, because I am so disgusted with the Republican Party, am considering voting Democrat. Of the two I am leaning towards Obama!

Obama needs to debate, one to one with Hillary, at least 7-8 times during the coming months.Obama is a wonderful speaker, but frankly there is little or no substance in his impressive speech. A charming half black senator with a grat deal of motivational speeches — —–
IS THAT ALL WE NEED to nominate a PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE? I certainly hope not. The web sites of all the politicians are mostly handled by party politicians or political experts, so I want to hear Obama debate Clinton, and relate to the world his grasp and indepth understanding of the current issues. I need to know how he is going to resolve them. I want to hear , in great details, point by point, HOW IS HE GOING TO BRING ABOUT THE CHANGE. One more thing, CNN reporters and newscasters, you need to stop behaving like Obama's Godfathers. YOU NEED TO REPORT ANDSTAY AWAY FROM ALL KINDS OF PROPAGANDA.

Ok all of you Billary Heads. Listen up. John Kerry was 100 times better debater than G W Bush ( GWB sweated and sturted on stage and look like he was sucking a lemon ) . Kerry beat Bush in the debates. Just because you look good and sound good arguing on a platform does not mean you will win the election. Good debates don't necessarily translate into votes.

I listened to Obama's speech Tuesday evening after he won. It reminded me of Roosevelt and Kennedy and, yes, some of Lincoln, too. I heard plenty of specifics in the speech, but what I valued most about the opportunity was that I saw someone completely comfortable in his skin talking about truly important things. A leader? You bet. No Bushie fibs, no false moves, no patent self interest. Instead, courage and conviction. I liked it. In fact, I liked it a lot. Clinton is not a bad person, but she shows no sign of benefiting from all her experience. Obama gives every sign of bringing all of his diverse experiences to bear on each of the problems he faces. He makes sense, and I voted for him. I hope that I can vote for him again soon in November.

– RCJ

Typical Clinton politics! If crying does not work, then just cry foul!
The Democratic voters in the Potomac/Chesapeake primaries clearly spoke volumes.
Hillary Clinton is not their popular choice!

That's hardly negative. Karl Rove? Give me a break. Barack's a tough guy, he said so. You better hope he can handle this "negative attack."

Think about why should he debate her before Wisconsin. Think People:
Scenario
1. Your team is about to play a game on Saturday against a powerhouse.
2. The other teams best player is hurt.
3. They ask to play on Sunday instead so they can have one more day to rest the player.
4. I don't think so.

Its called having an EDGE.

She is down, but not out. This is not the time to help her get up.

I support Obama's goal to meet voter's face to face. Just because she can't afford the cost of ads doesn't mean he has to meet her to debate every week for free advertising.

you have said it eloquently MI Independent… yes, it was frightening to see Bush win twice it will be disasterous to see the Republicans win again. Uniter? Hillary Clinton is the only DEMOCRATIC candidate with John Edwards that called the DEMS to unite in voting for whoever they decide is the BEST candidate for the job have not heard that from Barack he is only going to say that if he is the candidate. We did not need OPRAH and the MEDIA deciding who is best for our country we need people who are serious on issues and needs and when the cameras, collosums and auditoriums and lights go out are doing the homework that needs to be done to get our country on track. HILLARY CLINTON is the only one doing that now and has been doing it all along…ask the VETS, the children and the low-income families they know she has helped and the rest of us HAVE TO WAKE UP TO THIS TRUTH we cannot afford to have the kind of change that Barack asks for with the help of all his old money croney friends-seems to be the very thing he wants to do away with how does that follow?

First off, I am undecided on who will gain my vote so don't take this as pro Obama but…….

It's obviously Hillary is pushing for a debate because her campaign blew all its money early on. She can't afford the number of commercials as Obama can right now so what better way than to have a TV organization pay for a debate.
Let's not forget this is Hillary, who suddenly spins negative against something or someone once she it is a better position for HER, nobody else. She had no problem with Nevada caucaus's on the Vegas strip, until the polls showed her in second and Obama gained the hospitality union endorsement. She had no problem spending big money up front, encouraging Michigan and Florida primaries early even if the delegates didn't count, but now she is losing and is fighting for the delegates.

Three things stand out about Hillary :
1. In the face of 9/11, she was no where to be found. Sombody else stepped up as the leader. (Guiliani)
2. There is no large, factual accomplishment of her Senate term. Everything referred to is during Billy Bob's tenure, and not of hers. What has she done in the past 7 years on her own merits?
3. Her campaign already squandered the 125 million plus dollars she had to run on, what do you think she will do with a budget of $3 trillion?

People are supporting her because what they want is the slap happy days of Billy Bob where all you heard were elementary school excuses of "Did I do that?" and "It wasn't me."
People are looking for a change where individuals take responsibility for there actions, integrity is what matters, and when they admit their mistakes, realize they might not be getting a pat on the back, but maybe a foot in the rear. Integrity also means you don't change your position once the polls show you are no longer in the majority.

"Hillary has sanked to a new LOW!!"

Wow, if your grammar is any indication of how you will vote, you should be deported.

I like Hillary. If she were Barack's V.P. then she could gain some experience and run again in 2012 or 2016. Just a thought. I'd hate to see her just go away. She or Edwards would make a good V.P. to Obama.

I knew this would happen! Hillary is fearing for her political life right now and she has no re-course but to go negative! This is wrong and she knows it! Stay with the issues and do your best ..this is NOT enough for her. OBAMA I want you to win!

20 Debates are more than enough. It is important to get out and meet the people. Although Clinton maybe a brilliant debater, the true test of leadership is how a leader embraces his/her people.
Full agreement with Obama, there is alot of work to be done besides debating.

Hillary and her campaign are becoming desperate! The last debate was Nationwide, so I'm sure the residents of Wisconsin were able to tune in. Personally, I don't want to hear or see any more debates. As an American citizen, I would much rather hear the candidates speak to me face-to-face in a Town Hall Forum versus to each other on a stage somewhere and to the news media who always twists things around anyway. Barak's time and money is better used reaching out to the actual people versus WAISTING more time debating with Hillary. If her campaign was wise about how they chose to spend their funds, they wouldn't be so desparate about getting FREE air time. Do they REALLY believe that the American people want to see them debate EVERY week!?? What Hillary and her team should have done was not WASTE money on this stupid ad, but use those funds to spend time in Wisconsin reaching out to the people their about their own agenda. She needs to focus less on what Barak can't do and more on what she "thinks" she can do.

The worse thing to happen to the Clinton's political legacy is Hillary Clinton. After this is over it will be tough to recapture all the good will the Bill had built during his presidency. The only way they can save face as if they concede in the next week or to and fully get behind Obama.

The MESSIAH's followers don't think he should have to debate.

Obama moves people. So does a bowl of oatmeal. Same difference.

Of course Obama is afraid to debate Clinton; he can't think on his feet. We need to see him away from the TelePrompTer, without someone telling him what to say. His problem is, when he does have to think or talk for himself, without benefit of a speech, he gets all tongue-tied.

So - if he is the nominee, and is elected President, whose words will he be mouthing then?

Vote for Hillary Clinton; she can think for herself!

They should have one of those debates where Hillary plants questions with the audience.

Everytime the Shill/Billy machine goes on the attack, I send another contribution to Barack. Granted, they are small amounts of $$$, but I cannot be alone.

I think for Lent I am going to give up buying my lunch and brown-bag it. I can call the savings "Lunch money for Hope". Anyone want to join me?

The reason she is behind is because the bleeding heart liberals are coming out of their Ross Pero comma.

Please read Senator Obama's "Blueprint for Change". It can be reached via his website. I don't recall him ever stumbling while describing the details of his platform. Senator Clinton may be a slightly better debater, but their ideas are pretty similar. Most Democrats would agree with either platform. In the meantime, a genuine people's movement is going on here, folks, and there is nothing wrong with being a great inspirational speaker. I would argue that it is a good quality in a president. Senator Obama owes little to the powerful interests in Washington, and he is therefore better able to get work done for regular Americans who are struggling. Let's not lose this chance as a country to make history!

Join the Movement! Obama 08!

maybe he gets coverage because those covering him have READ his website or gone to his rallies and grasp his plans, whereas Hillary presents the same old thing and thinks the same old party vs party fighting and stalemates is how she'll get things done.

WRONG.

People know you need to reach your hand across the aisle and work together to get things accomplished. THAT is leadership, and THAT is what Obama offers that Hillary can't grasp.

WOW. CNN, can you get anymore biased? Geez. Fox News seems more fair every single day.

Debates are the only way we really know what each candidate will do in his/her presidency. I have only heard speeches from Obama, promises with no specifics. I heard on one of the morning shows that one of Obama's staff stated that the reason he did not want any more debates is that 'she knows more!' Now that is something worth mentioning! I say, bring on those debates, the more the merrier!

read the article folks…they have had plenty of debates…what was it…18….so in the next 3 weeks he will debate her 2 more times…frankly, that's enough. Clinton machine at it again…."Oh..he doesn't want to debate me…he's scared to debate me…uh…well yes…uh..we debated 18 times before and we will debate 2 more times in the next week…but he's scared to debate me….trust me…I know what you don't know. If you knew the truth." These type of desperate tactics are why people are running from Hillary. I don't want a desperate candidate….we need a candidate to get the warhawks out of the whitehouse.

You can really tell when someone gets desperate. They start bad mouthing the opponent. Hillary has kept it kinda clean thus far, why get nasty in the end. I was leaning toward voting for her, but now I don't know.

I agree with most of you. Obama does not need to debate in Wisconsin. He is there right now getting to know them as well as them getting to know him. If they have some questions for him they can ask. However, as I said, he is in Wisconsin and where is Mrs Clinton? She is here in my home state of Texas. So you tell me who is running and who is scared. If a Wisconsin debate is so important to her, why is she not there right now. I will tell you why, because she does not think Wisconsin is important and knows that Texas has much more to offer her. So is this really about the American people to her or is it more about her and winning. Obama is not dumb. He knows how important it is to win Texas. Yet, he still knows that every vote counts and that although he will not earn as many delegate votes in Wisconsin that is up for grabs in Texas, he still realizes that the people in Wisconsin are just as improtant as people in Texas. This tells me that he is not discounting anyone and that everyone is important. He could be out here right now trying to win over the hispanic vote that will more than likely go Clintons way but he chooses to go to Wisconsin and talk to the people face to face.

You go Obama. We are behind you and support you 100%

Obama 08, we will prevail!!!!!!!!!!!!

Obama doesn't want to because he always looks inexperienced when debating her. He doesn't have the experience and it shows in his superifical answers which are basically the talking points he memorized. Hillary, on the other hand, has been working on the issues for many years and has a thorough understanding of them, which will allow her to develop the plans to move this country forward. She will continue to make effective change, while all he will do is talk about it.

The average voter in Wisconsin may not have been paying as close attention to the prior debates because their primary is only happening now. Wisconsin is now tuned in and they deserve an oppportunity to hear the candidates debate.

HAHA!

Hillary will win Texas in a landslide - win Ohio and win Pennsylvania. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised to see her pull out Rhode Island, Vermont, Wisconsin and Hawaii.

There is no way in hell Obama will beat McCain. Hillary can but Obama cannot.

Only Democrats will find a way to screw up their chances this election term and they did it. Obama is such a WEAK candidate. I can't wait to see the Dems get their behinds kicked!

OBAMA, TRY TELL A VETERAN WHO WAS CAPTIVE FOR YEARS ABOUT "HOPE". While you were in your diapers "Hoping", he served our country honrably.

TERRORISTS WON'T BE INSPIRED BY YOUR HOPE PAL!

JOHN MCCAIN 2008! (Only Hillary can beat him, but the Dems are far too dumb for that - that is evident by them electing Obama).

Welll you know they say the uneducated and the old and senile make up Mrs. Clinton backers, and I truly believe that true. Just look at all these unintellectual responses from these Billary heads.

No avoiding, just a man busy trying to get his message across to the people. You obviously haven't been listening to the last few debates. You can go online and review those if you wish. I would rather see a debate between McCain and Obama anyway. The Democratic issues have been debated, over and over. Go to their websites. The voters for the past several caucuses and primaries have made their decisions. Overwhelming in favor of Obama. Desperation I think on the Clinton's side. Sad, but they are who they are.

For those who claim that the information is on Senator Obamas website……….I have read it - so perhaps you folks could answer this question:

What is 'change' when millions are uninsured now and under Senator Obamas healthcare policy millions will be uninsured then? Wha